Small business strategy — KH Strategies

Growing a business is hard. Let’s figure it out together.

Move from day-to-day doer to strategic leader. Grow your business by defining your long-term vision and aligning key decisions - from pricing to positioning and everything in between.

Together, we’ll move beyond the pain points of

Fatigue from decision overload

Day-to-day operations overwhelm

Uncertainty in charting
new territory

1:1 Strategy partner

We’ll work together 1:1 as strategy partners on your unique business. No more going at it alone or feeling lost in a group setting. We’ll deep dive into your specific business to identify what is essential to take your business to the next level based on your personal goals.

Inspired by renown business thought leaders, powerful tools and effective business growth technique, together let’s take your business further, faster.

How we can work together

Pricing for Profitability Consult

Who’s it for? This option is for small business owners looking to nail their pricing and stop throwing numbers at the wall. It combines asynchronous information sharing with individual 1:1 support to dive into your numbers and design a pricing strategy and structure that works for your unique business.
What's on your mind? You want to design a pricing strategy that will help you increase sales and profit, effectively communicates your value and attracts your ideal customers. No more missed opportunities due to bad pricing or leaving money on the table during a negotiation. Gain confidence in your pricing today.
What will you walk away with? Confidence in your pricing, knowing that your decisions are based on a solid strategy and data. You’ll learn when to adjust your pricing and why and how to take advantage of new opportunities and adapt to market shifts. You’ll get proven tools, external examples and tactical advice on how to move past what’s holding you back. Work with a trusted expert to figure out your pricing for your business.
How does it work? You’ll start with an initial assessment to pinpoint where you are currently and your gaps. You’ll also get instant access to the Pricing for Profitability Guide and tools. During our 2-hour 1:1 session, we’ll design your individualized pricing strategy, structures and specific price targets. After our session, you’ll receive ongoing support for 2 additional weeks to help answer your questions and keep up the momentum.
Ready to turn those pricing questions into clear, confident actions? Let's chat.

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Pathways to Profit Intensive

Who’s it for? This intensive is for business owners who are looking to increase their business’s profitability through better business model design, more transparent financial metrics and strategic pricing. We’ll work 1:1 to dive into your numbers and design a profitability strategy that works for your unique business.
What's on your mind? Diving into the essentials of business model strategy, finding predictable levers on profitability and pricing, and sketching out a robust action plan. This intensive is your lab for learning, experimentation and action with a strategy partner who will guide you and collaborate with you every step of the way. Get to know your numbers inside and out so that you can make more informed, confidence decisions about your business’s growth.
What will you walk away with? A clear assessment of your current profitability landscape, current pricing and monetization approach; an individualized profitability framework, pricing strategy and pricing structures; and identification of specific areas for improvement and tailored action plan.
How does it work? The Strategic Foundations is a 2-day 1:1 program. We’ll kick things off with an initial assessment to pinpoint where you're at and opportunities for growth. Then, we’ll work together in two separate sessions to dive into your profitability levers and pricing opportunities to design a strategy based on your personal and business goals.
Ready know how your numbers can propel your business forward? Let's dive in together.

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Strategic Growth Program

Who’s it for? Business owner who have been in the game for a while, navigating the waters with usually $100K-$2M in revenue and eyeing the next level of growth. The Strategic Scale-Up Program is designed for business owners looking to grow with intention and strategy.
What's on your mind? Diving into the mechanics of your business’s growth, to ensure you’re not just growing, but thriving. Together we’ll map your business’s 3 Levels of Strategy to create alignment between your vision and your day-to-day priorities. We’ll focus on your specific ambitions, business models and profitability so that your business can be more profitable, sustainable and impactful.
What will you walk away with? Beyond strategy, this is about partnership. You'll receive more than just advice; consider it an extension of your team. With advisory support, regular check-in calls, and a dedicated strategist in your pocket, you're set up for success.
How does it work? This 6-week program begins with an initial assessment to pinpoint your growth opportunities and pain points. We’ll then have five, 90-minute strategy sessions to tackle the key aspects of business growth. Finaly, a 2-hour "Path Forward" session will set you up for effective execution. You’ll have access to a personalized space for our collaboration, a suite of tools and templates and strategist in your pocket for support as needed. If you’re interested more in-depth support, ask about the 12-week paced version the program or Strategy Partner retainer services.
Ready to grow your business with strategy and purpose? Let’s chart your course together.

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How we measure impact

Financial

More profit, faster optimization

Optimized profits now, not later
Precision pricing for better margins
Realignment of unprofitable business models and stimulating profitable models

Operational

Focused attention, greater alignment

Alignment of the day-to-day with long-term ambitions
Accountability to keep you on track
Curated tools, templates and canvasses to use in your strategic planning

Leadership

Increased confidence, less doubt

Skilled decision making and navigation through hard tradeoffs
Less throwing things at the wall
Shift in mindset from one of scarcity to abundancy

FAQs

You’re in the right place if you are a small business owner and it’s clear to you that you’ve taken your business as far as you can on your own. What you’re looking for is to work with an experienced business strategy partner who can complement your know-how, shares your values and can help you take your business to the next level. You’re not afraid to dig into the hard questions and know that quick fixes or band aids are not the way to sustainable growth. Typically, clients run companies of 1-10 people, have been in business for a few years and have annual revenue ranging from $200K-$2M per year. Their businesses most often fall into the service, retail or product sectors. If your profile looks a little different, feel free to reach out and get in touch to see if we could still be a good fit.
These programs set themselves apart through unwavering commitment to one-on-one attention. We understand that your business is deeply personal, and working with business owners like yourself requires empathy just as much as business acumen. While other programs may offer standardized content, we focus on the nitty-gritty details of your unique venture. We ensure that every strategy is finely tuned to your business's needs, recognizing that your success is not just business—it's personal.
For small business clients who have already gone through one of the intensives or programs, l offer Quarterly Planning Sessions and Strategy Partner retainer services. This is for previous clients looking to refine their strategy, focus on execution, or both. Pricing adjusts based on the scope and scale of your priority projects to fit your needs.
Head on over to our Contact page and tell us a little bit about yourself. If it seems like a good fit, we'll schedule an initial discovery call to discuss your goals and assess who the program can help. If you're comfortable and ready to proceed, we'll set up a personalized program plan.

“With Kari’s guidance, I’m so much more confident on how I price my services and WHY. I was able to double my profitability in key areas by better aligning value creation with the needs of my ideal client."

Dina Scippa, Founder and CEO, Enough Labs
“Thanks to the Scale-Up program, I clearly understand my unique value proposition and how to embed it into every step of the customer journey. As a result, my business has grown and dreams that felt distant are now becoming a reality. It's been a game-changer."

Majo Raad, Founder and Artistic Director, Raadical
“I was really struggling with how to prioritize in my business. Kari asked me some key (and tough) questions that helped me clearly define my goals and feel resolute in my decision making."

Renee Frojo, Founder + Content Marketer, Reborn Creative