Helping Business Owners Get Their Business Sorted
Paul Davis FCMA CGMA FIMCABusiness Growth Consultant
Whether you’re overwhelmed, struggling to delegate, building a management team, planning for succession, trying to scale, or simply unsure of the next step, there’s a good chance Paul has helped another business owner through a similar challenge.
Business owners often reach a point where growth creates complexity, decisions become harder, and everything seems to depend on them. That’s usually the point where they reach out.
For over 25 years, Paul Davis has worked alongside SME owners to bring clarity to complex situations, build confidence in important decisions, and help implement practical solutions that move businesses forward.
Unlike many consultants or coaches who simply provide advice, Paul works with business owners to solve problems, strengthen teams, improve structures, and make meaningful change happen.
The result is a business that runs more effectively, a team that takes greater ownership, and an owner who has more clarity, confidence and time to focus on what matters most.
Instead of carrying the weight of every decision, business owners gain a clearer path forward, greater control of their business, and the freedom to focus on growth, opportunity and life beyond work.
Businesses Reach Out To Paul When...
- Growth has become more difficult
- The next step isn’t clear
- Leadership teams aren’t progressing
- Too much depends on a small number of people
- Change is needed but nobody is quite sure where to start
- The organisation has outgrown its current structure
- Governance, roles or accountability need clarity
- Important decisions need to be made with confidence
- The challenge on the surface doesn’t seem to be the real issue
- Succession, transition or reinvention is on the horizon
What Clients Typically Achieve...
Clarity
Decisions
Teams
Profitability
Freedom
Direction
How Paul Works
Most advisors focus on one aspect of a challenge.
Paul brings together business strategy, finance, operations, leadership, personal development, intuition and spiritual understanding to help business owners see the whole picture, make better decisions, implement meaningful change and create lasting results.
Using a blend of consulting, mentoring, coaching and intuitive insight, he helps clients understand what is really happening beneath the surface, identify what needs to change, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence and direction.
Some Recent Projects
Every project is more than a strategy - it’s a journey from uncertainty to clarity, from turbulence to stable flight.
National Governing Body – Governance & Organisational Review
A national governing body responsible for overseeing a large network of clubs, volunteers, committees and stakeholders engaged Paul to undertake an independent review of its governance, organisational structure and decision-making processes.
The objective was to identify opportunities to strengthen organisational effectiveness, improve accountability and ensure the organisation was positioned to meet future challenges and opportunities.
Paul was engaged and…
- Designed and led a comprehensive organisational review involving extensive stakeholder consultation across the organisation, including over 40 one-to-one interviews with board members, management, volunteers, committee representatives, clubs and other key stakeholders. Facilitated a series of group engagement sessions to gather feedback, identify common themes and explore opportunities for improvement.
- Reviewed governance structures, organisational arrangements, decision-making processes and accountability frameworks.
- Analysed over 200 issues and identified areas of ambiguity, governance risk and organisational complexity that were impacting effectiveness.
- Designed a future governance and organisational structure to support stronger decision-making, accountability and long-term sustainability, making the organisation fit for the future.
- Developed a practical recommendations report and implementation roadmap to guide future organisational development.
The Result…
The organisation gained an independent assessment of its governance and organisational arrangements together with a clear set of practical recommendations designed to improve effectiveness, strengthen accountability and support future growth. The review provided leadership with greater clarity around roles, responsibilities and decision-making, while creating a roadmap for organisational development that reflected the views and experiences of stakeholders from across the organisation.
Global Professional Services Company - Future Leaders Development
A professional construction consultancy services company with over 1,200 employees globally wanted to develop the future senior leaders of the business across multiple countries. The aim was to enable them develop a long-term strategic focus and become the next generation of dynamic and driven leaders within the business working collaboratively across multiple departments and geographical jurisdictions.
Paul was engaged and…
- Designed and implemented a future leaders program with an initial cohort of team members.
- With the successes achieved, the program was replicated a further two times across the rest of the high-potential team members, across multiple countries – Ireland, USA, Asia, Saudi Arabia and Australia.
The Result…
The success of the programme was in the exceptional results delivered to the company in terms of employee retention, progression, employee attraction, culture, revenue generation, new markets and new customers.
Here’s a selection of comments from participants that were given to the company directors…
“The time management training frees up so much, allows focus and the ability to work on greater things”
“An amazing increase in work efficiency”
“Contains life-long skills that can be easily incorporated into your day-to-day work”
“Amazing for people responsible for winning new business and developing client relationships”
“This programme excels with regard to Personal Development”
“Paul was able to adapt to individual requirements and therefore the benefits are very individualised”
“A unique and considered approach to growing a network that leads to greater revenue”
“Every company would benefit from this programme”
“The business development skills learned generate amazing results”
Organisational Design and Culture Change Management
A large Irish Government Department were seeking specialist skills and expertise in drawing up a change management work program to help it design an organisational structure that was fit for purpose and aligned with the future requirements of the organisation as a key central Department in Government and communicating this phase of development with all stakeholders.
Paul was engaged and…
- Ensured the incorporation of key learnings from previously undertaken assessments and stakeholder consultations.
- Developed key milestones and a realistic timeline for the work program rollout.
- Set out the communication requirements including an assessment of the capacity of current internal communication channels to facilitate the program.
- Designed an organisational structure to meet the demands of the Department.
- Carried out a risk assessment of the program and recommended appropriate mitigation measures.
The Result…
A unique matrix organisational structure was designed and implemented across all functions of the Department. All stakeholders were on board with the new structure and implementation plan. An engagement process was undertaken to bring all staff along the journey and the new management structure ensured a move from where functions operated as silos to a much more collaborative and functioning Department.
Commercial Executives - Leadership Development Program
A global group of companies with operations in 16 countries around the world with over 4,000 employees. The aim was to upskill the business development team members with a complete suite of business and personal development tools and strategies. To enable them to develop long-term strategic business relationships and nurture a high level of trust with clients and colleagues with the aim of making them the future leaders of the company by being proactive, confident and driven.
Paul was engaged and…
- Designed and implemented a future leaders program with an initial cohort of team members.
- With the successes achieved, the program was extended to the remainder of the team responsible for business development and revenue generating activities across the whole of the company.
The Result…
The success of the programme was in the results published by the company in achieving the highest ever revenue across all sectors and the highest level of targes achieved in its history.
Here’s a selection of comments from participants that were given to the company directors…
“Would have preferred the benefit of Paul’s coaching and mentoring earlier in my career!”
“Paul is a pleasure to work with”
“High confidence building and higher job performance”
“Sound, structured advice”
“Paul is very approachable and willing to answer any questions even if they do not relate to the topic of that session”
“Found Paul really engaging and willing to discuss all topics which I raised”
“The material and resources are very useful”
“Paul has a unique disposition for carrying out this role. His ability is beyond mere text books and could get to the heart of the matter very expeditiously and effectively”
Professional Services - Accountants, Solicitors and Consultants - Business Growth
Here’s a small selection of results Paul has helped achieve for professional service clients:
“Our turnover has increased every year, even in the midst of the worst depression in a generation. In our first year alone we got a seven fold return on our investment with Paul”
~ Kenneth Garvey – Partner, Cusack Garvey, Chartered Certified Accountants & Registered Tax Consultants
“My sales figures are up 50%, I don’t work weekends anymore, and have obtained a ten-fold return on investment easily.”
~ Damien McKay – Consulting Engineer, DMK Architects & Engineers
“Business has increased such that I now employ an additional solicitor, and I expect in the very near future to increase staffing again.”
~ Deirdre Burke, D M Burke & Co., Solicitors
“We have increased our customer base by 25% and have hired two experienced Support Engineers.”
~ John Coffey, Managing Director, GC Technology
Retail Chain of 60 stores nationwide - Business Turnaround and Expansion
A group of companies that were expanding rapidly. Financial information was out of date and inaccurate. This caused difficulties in reporting to shareholders. Losses were in excess of €0.5 million, turnover in excess of €10m and the cash flow was extremely tight. The lack of information meant that there were difficulties in securing funding from banks, leading to continuous pressure on the ability to pay wages and suppliers.
Paul was engaged and…
- Introduced detailed reporting – daily, weekly and monthly
- Introduced detailed budgets
- Introduced counter-pilferage measures which had a direct impact on turnover.
- Introduced cost savings, reduced direct wages and overheads.
- Focused on product purchasing so as to increase the per-unit profitability to a business which had in excess of 200,000 units.
The Result…
- Turnover was increased by 120% to in excess of €22 million.
- Expanded from 45 to 60 stores nationwide.
- Profits exceeded €2 million
- Personal wealth of the Managing Director grew from €2 million to €24 million.
- €35 million of funding was secured from the banks, which was used by the business to fund business growth and personal wealth of the shareholders through property purchases.
Manufacturing & Construction Company - Business Turnaround
Second generation family enterprise. Six companies with differing year-ends. Owners had no way of knowing how each company was performing; information was lacking and out of date, manual accounting systems were being maintained, and no formal reporting existed. Losses were in excess of €450,000 annually.
Paul was engaged and…
- Formal reporting was introduced, along with the production of monthly management accounts for each enterprise.
- Detailed budgets were prepared and actual results compared on a weekly basis.
- Direct labour costs, sub-contracted labour costs, and direct materials costs were reduced among other overheads.
- New products and markets were developed.
- Detailed job costing system was implemented.
The Result…
- Turnover increased by 75% to in excess of €10 million.
- Profits exceeded €750,000 – a turnaround of €1.2m.
- All systems were computerised
Small Manufacturing Company - Business Turnaround
A Dublin based manufacturing company had been making losses for two years.
Paul was engaged and…
- Implemented a suitable accounting system.
- Prepared monthly management accounts focusing in on key performance indicators and providing specific advice to the business owners to carry out
The Result…
- Returned it to profit within 3 months.
- Annual profits exceeded €160,000 in year one.
Warehousing and Distribution Company - Dysfunctional Operations
An Irish owned warehousing, distribution and logistics company that had five locations nationwide and brought with it all the problems of a third-generation family business. Communication across departments was on a ‘need to know’ only basis and profits had plummeted over recent years.
Initial issues highlighted to Paul by the owner…
- Owner working in excess of 80 hours a week
- Staff were working against the company
- Highly inefficient
- Overdraft facility of €250,000 being used consistently
- Minimal communication between staff and management
Paul was engaged and…
- Developed a strategic plan for the entire business
- Implemented a meeting structure and reporting system
- Removed one family member and other problem staff from the business
- Introduced KPI (Key Performance Indicator) reporting
- Introduced budgets, targets and objectives
- Implemented credit control procedures and timely management reporting
The Result…
- Cashflow improved by €350,000 from new credit control procedures and overdraft facility was rarely used thereafter
- Profits increased by 27%
- Budgets and objectives were achieved and surpassed
- Communication and morale improved immensely
- Reduced owners time in the business from in excess of 80 hours per week over seven days to less than 50 hours per week over five days
According to the owner – “The difference is unbelievable”
Irish based manufacturer finding it difficult to grow
An Irish owned second-generation family business that had not reacted to the difficulties of rising costs of manufacturing in Ireland and had an unfocused approach to their business. Communication in the business was extremely low and each department was not working together.
Initial issues highlighted to Paul by the owner…
- Communication was extremely low in the company
- Gross profit margins were narrowing and losses were growing steadily each year
- Owner working in excess of 70 hours a week
Paul was engaged and…
- Developed a strategic plan for the business
- Managed the buyout of one of the family members
- Implemented a meeting structure and timely management reporting system
- Introduced weekly KPI (Key Performance Indicator) reporting
- Introduced budgets, targets, goals and objectives
- Implemented a new stock management system
- Introduced company-wide policies, procedures and staff performance management system
The Result…
- New products and markets developed
- Higher staff morale
- Owner working on average 40 hours per week
- Turnover increased by 37% resulting in net profits for the business
Owner wanting to expand existing business and develop a new business
The owner of a professional service company with five staff was looking to remove himself from the running of the business so as to concentrate on other areas / ventures.
Initial issues highlighted to Paul by the owner…
- Owner involved in the business five days a week
- Staff were taking no responsibility
- Owner wanted to concentrate on other new ventures
Paul was engaged and…
- Agreed a shared vision and strategy for the business with the team
- Implemented strategic management meetings
- Defined job roles, responsibilities and objectives
The Result…
- Owner now working one day a week on the business
- Staff run the business on a day-to-day basis
- Turnover exceeded targets and resulted in achieving best performance since incorporation
Owner wanting to bring the business to the next level
The owner of a professional service company with four staff that had performed well for a number of years but were looking to achieve stronger growth.
Initial issues highlighted to Paul by the owner…
- Company was not recognised in the market place
- Owner was looking to move the business onto the next level
Paul was engaged and…
- Developed a strategic vision and plan for the business and assisted in its implementation
- Agreed goals and objectives for each staff member
- Managed the acquisition of another business
The Result…
- Staff numbers increased to ten
- Net Profits increased by 143%
- Recognised brand image in their field of expertise
- Fee rates increased
- Developed into dealing with blue-chip clients
- The company continues to grow
What Our Clients Say
Alongside my commercial background in finance, governance and business growth, clients often comment on Paul’s ability to identify underlying issues, recognise patterns quickly and see opportunities that others overlook.
Some describe this as intuition. Others call it insight.
Whatever label is used, it has become an important part of how he helps clients navigate complexity and make confident decisions.
Since we started working with Paul our turnover has increased every year, even in the midst of the worst recession. In our first year alone we got a seven-fold return on our investment with Paul.
We have increased our customer base by 25% and have hired two experienced Support Engineers. Paul has been instrumental in providing us with a wealth of knowledge to enable us to move our business to a higher level.
We grew the practice sales by €12,000 on average each month, even during a difficult time for any business to grow. The results speak volumes about Pauls’ ability and dedication to help grow our firm.
We would not have a business today if wasn’t for Paul Davis.
Within ten months we tripled our turnover.
My business has grown 85% and we are now market leaders.
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About Paul Davis
Your Trusted Business Navigator and Co-Pilot
Paul Davis FCMA CGMA FIMCA
Helping business owners gain clarity, understand what is really going on, and move forward with confidence.
For more than 25 years, Paul has worked alongside business owners, leadership teams and organisations during some of their most important decisions, opportunities and periods of change.
His work is built on a simple belief: the challenge presenting on the surface is rarely the real issue underneath.
Combining expertise in business growth, finance, governance and organisational development with a strong intuitive ability to recognise underlying patterns, opportunities and obstacles, Paul helps clients understand what is really driving a situation, identify what needs to change, recognise opportunities that others may not yet see, and align people, strategy and action to bring that future into reality.
Paul is an award-winning business growth consultant, author of five international bestselling books, creator of The Genius Code™ and a sought-after speaker on business growth, leadership, purpose, performance and the role of intuition in navigating complexity and change.
Helping you build a Better Business, a Better Life and a Better World
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