The Starter Package
“The Business Survival Kit”
Get control and confidence before small issues become costly problems
Timeline: 2-3 weeks
Investment: Starting at $750
Is Starter Right For You?
Perfect for:
Smaller businesses (5-10 employees, $800K-$2M revenue)
Owners drowning in daily operations who need a starting point
Larger businesses who want to test working together before a bigger commitment
You're ready for Starter if:
✓ You can't take a vacation without everything falling apart
✓ Your biggest risks are a mystery to you
✓ You know you're wasting money but don't know where
✓ Everything important is in YOUR head
✓ You need quick wins to build momentum
✓ You're not ready to commit to 3-4 months of work yet
You might need Core instead if:
You have 10+ employees, you're ready for complete systems (not just checklists), and you want 3 months of implementation support.
What You Get
The Starter Package takes the worksheets from the free guide and turns them into customized, actionable tools for YOUR specific business.
PREPARE: Basic Awareness
- Risk assessment call to identify your top 3-5 vulnerabilities
- Simple business impact analysis (what matters most in your operations)
- Critical dependencies map showing who/what you rely on
PROTECT: Simple Safeguards
- One-page business continuity checklist (customized to your risks)
- Crisis communication templates (what to say, who to tell, when)
- Emergency contact list template
PIVOT: Quick Wins
- Waste reduction assessment (typically identifies $500-$2,000 in savings)
- 3 actionable improvements you can implement this month
- Simple tracking sheet to monitor progress
Starter Package FAQs
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At the Starter level, your Business Continuity Plan is a simple, easy-to-use guide that helps you stay operational during common disruptions. It outlines what to do when issues like supplier delays, staffing gaps, equipment failures, or power outages happen. You’ll get clear steps, team roles, and communication instructions.
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We identify the biggest sources of inefficiency (unused materials, workflow bottlenecks, communication delays, or unnecessary steps) and focus on practical fixes. Most clients discover immediate cost-saving opportunities through small process improvements that increase productivity and reduce waste.
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We focus on everyday risks that directly impact small businesses: supplier issues, staff shortages, equipment breakdowns, inventory delays, cyber hygiene gaps, power interruptions, and workflow inefficiencies. You’ll get clear insight into where you’re vulnerable and where to take action first.
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Your team will know exactly what to do. The plan outlines roles, responsibilities, and communication steps so employees can act confidently without needing you to step in every time something goes wrong.
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Yes. With clear backup plans and team responsibilities in place, you gain the confidence to take time away knowing your business won’t fall apart. This is one of the biggest benefits of the Starter Package.
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Yes, especially basic cyber hygiene. Small businesses are often targeted because they usually lack protection. The Starter Package includes simple steps like secure passwords, access control, and safe file practices to reduce risk quickly.
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Yes. It’s intentionally designed for small businesses that need high-value improvements without a heavy price tag. Many clients recover the investment through cost savings, smoother operations, and fewer disruptions.
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Yes! We'll credit your full Starter investment toward Core if you upgrade within 6 months.
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For most Starter clients, yes. You'll have your materials within 2-3 weeks, and 30 days gives you time to implement and ask questions. If you need ongoing support, Core is a better fit.
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You'll have all your materials to continue independently. You can book occasional consulting calls as needed, upgrade to Core, or continue on your own with what you've learned and using my other free resources.