Hybrid Business Advisors: Client Testimonials

Our Clients Say It Best

                     - More Sales, Profit, Control and Freedom 

 

Hybrid Business Advisors is a necessity for a business that wants to successfully navigate these difficult economic times.  The Dust Collectors, LLC has been utilizing the coaching services of Joan Nowak for over a year now -- and we have seen drastic improvements in every area of our business.

As a business owner, having a coach is important because it gives you someone that you have to report your progress to on a regular basis -- keeping you on task.  One concern that many business owners may have is taking on the additional expense.  In the past year, the cost cutting measures that Joan has suggested have saved our company more than double what her coaching fees are.  The coaching pays for itself!!  Hybrid Business Advisors is a great investment for any business that wants to grow sales and improve profit.

-- Patrick McDermott, The Dust Collectors, LLC

I heard Joan Nowak speak at a number of seminars where it was obvious that she had a wealth of business experience and understood the challenges facing small business owners.  I have been working with Joan for a few months now and have been so pleased with the results.  We set short and long-term goals, improved accounting practices to get a better financial snapshot, systematized our hiring and added some new tools to consistently hire the best of the best, and developed and are working our plan to grow the business significantly by partnering with new customers and providing new services.  Joan has encouraged us to keep our sights set on success while still feeling more in control, balanced and better able to enjoy real down-time with friends and family. 

-- Donna Link, Abrakadoodle of Southern NJ and Philadelphia

I hired Joan Nowak to help me get my new business up and running because I had heard her speak in the past and was impressed with her grasp of small business challenges. I also noticed her energy and positive, realistic, powerful approaches to problem-solving and creating success. She has been helping me for several months now, and I really want to let others know that she is focused on what I want to achieve and provides many, many helpful suggestions and ideas.

Joan really helps me set priorities, stay focused and keep moving ahead. It is very daunting to figure out what will lead to success, especially in these times. It’s so important to use energy and time wisely, and Joan is especially helpful when it comes to choosing the next right steps. I recommend her very highly, and would be happy to speak with others considering working with her.

-- Dr. Victoria Handfield, Get Healthy, Get Happy

I have met a lot of business coaches, but I knew from the minute I heard her speak that Joan Nowak had a depth of knowledge that went beyond the usual rhetoric. I hired Joan to help me work through a particular business strategy that I was struggling with, and she put her finger exactly on the issue that I was not seeing clearly. In a single session, I was able to move in a new and healthier direction. I would highly recommend Joan to any business owner who needs perspective or direction, whether on the big picture or on a particular issue.

-- Denise Worrell, Your Bookkeeper, LLC

A couple of years ago, I owned a job -- a big hole in the ground job that was simply sucking away my money, personal time, health, and general outlook on life. An MBA did not really prepare me for owning my own business and I was struggling massively. I loved my business and believed in it fully -- but operating it was another story! Joan Nowak helped change that! I have put systems in place to allow my staff to successfully do their jobs even when I'm not there. We improved our marketing -- and actually spend less but get more. My team is more engaged in the business and now committed to our students, each other and our goals. As a result, my bottom line has improved 98% and I actually work a normal amount of hours!

I would highly recommend Joan to any business owner who wants to find real world solutions to running a successful business!

-- Terry Veit Harmening, Envision Gymnastics

Before I met Joan Nowak, I was all over the place with my business and waiting around for my next big sale. Working with Joan, I created a unique and compelling positioning that really differentiates my services (and me). Using the sales, marketing and service systems and methodologies she taught me, my business is now more profitable and more consistent! As a result of our working together, I have increased my first quarter business by 51%. Now I am in control of my business and life again.

-- Gwen Faulkner, Faulkner Financial Services

I have owned my practice for over three years. While I have grown each year, working with Joan Nowak has helped bring my business to another level. Joan is extremely results-oriented and has been a tremendous assistance in helping me develop and implement workable systems. These systems are really necessities for running your own business and as a result, I have seen increased revenue and profits. Thank you, Joan.

-- Beth Lincow-Cole, Attorney at Law

When I look back just a short time ago and compare it to where we are now, I can't help but say WOW! I am an owner of a reseller / distributor company and when I decided to purchase a manufacturing sheet metal shop to develop a private line of products for my other company, I had no experience in manfuacturing and was overwhelmed with all I needed to do and how to get it all done.

My CPA referred me to Joan Nowak, a business coach he knew and recommended. With Joan's help and expertise, we grew revenue 300%, hired and developed a winning team and improved on-time delivery and quality levels through systems and processes. We went from a company that was losing money to a thriving company that shares many benefits with our employees.

Joan, you have made such a difference in my company and in me. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and holding me accountable. I can truly say, I don't know where this company would be without you and I would recommend you to others looking to achieve their true potential.

-- Chuck Gaw, Metal Dynamix and Data Center Depot

Joan Nowak brings a solid foundation of business experience and knowledge to make positive changes in your business. She will work with you directly while holding you completely accountable for your commitment to change. As a business owner, it is hard to find a solid partner and coach and she brings it to the table every time.

-- James Davis, President, Tech Commandos

Thanks for helping me get back on track! Before I met Joan Nowak, our sales and profits were declining, customer turnover was high, team and service issues were all-consuming -- and too much of the business was dependent on me. With Joan's help and knowledge, I hired an assistant to help with sales and administration, modified our marketing messages and tactics, implemented sales and delivery checklists and systems, and developed team job descriptions and goals to improve our hiring, training and development.

Within 5 months, we increased housecleaning sales by 15%, increased average customer retention from 3.9 to 5.2 months and improved net profit 56%. Our team now understands and is committed to our customer and business goals. With all we've accomplished on the residential side, we are now focused on growing and improving the commercial side of our business.

Investing in a coach was a great way to jumpstart my business and improve my bottom line. Joan helped me make my business fun, simple and profitable -- and I recommend her services to other owners who are looking to achieve more!

-- Dan Westervelt, A Better Housecleaning & Janitorial Service

Thanks to Joan Nowak, I enjoy going to work again! Prior to working with Joan, my profits were declining, staff issues consumed too much of my time and I had no clear, viable plan for achieving my long-term goals. Working with Joan has really made a difference.

I now have a great team of people who are committed to our patients, the business and each other. We have and continue to develop systems so I delegate more effectively and the team is more productive and contributes to our success. As a result, I am able to see more patients without sacrificing the quality of care I provide, which has led to increased profits. I would highly recommend Joan's services to others.

-- Dr. Donald Baker, Center for Integrative Dermatology

I met Joan Nowak about two years ago when I first started my business. I am working with her through her group coaching program. It's packed full of practical learning and hands-on support for small business owners looking to grow and improve their business. Joan brings a great deal of marketing and business knowledge, enthusiasm and organization to each session. She shares real-life experiences, provides easy to use tools and templates to help us do what we need to do, and personalizes assignments and information to each individual business owner. Joan goes above-and-beyond the program curriculum, providing each business owner with the help they need to achieve the results they want.

With Joan's energy, experience, attention to detail, and passion for coaching, any small business owner who is committed to growing and improving their business will benefit from working with her. Joan truly wants us to succeed and will do what it takes to assist us in getting there. The return on investment this program delivers makes the decision to participate a no brainer!

-- Lori Hollingsworth, Your Card Concierge

During my initial session with Joan, we identified some quick strategies to get my business moving. Within one month I was able to increase my profit margin 3%. She has re-awakened by leadership abilities and I look forward to a long, fruitful relationship with Joan.

-- Michele Iwanicki, TBS Salon and Spa

I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for including me in the planning workshop event. I consider myself a hard-working, organized person, but I needed your guidance to get my business to the next level. Thank you for inspiring me to dream bigger and help me refocus.

-- Christina Dimacali, Clean Your Plate

Strategic. Dynamic. Results-driven.  These are just a few of the words that come to mind when I think of Joan Nowak.  If you want proven solutions to a business dilemma or a jumpstart to get your company back on track, you need to attend a workshop with Joan.  She'll give you the tools and motivation necessary to make a change for the better. 

I believe both new entrepreneurs and seasoned business owners can benefit from her varied experience and no-nonsense approach.  Don't let her small stature fool you.  Joan has the big ideas you need to transform your business. 

-- Jenna Nichols, Markations

This is one day of planning and training not to be missed.  Joan's planning workshop helped me create a game plan for the coming quarter and year -- and I consistently use it as a road map to keep me on track. The group dynamic was an added benefit. Sharing information with other owners helped me crystallize actions I needed to take and validated some of the strategies I'm already executing. The presentation style and lively pace kept it interesting and Joan's guidance, ideas and 'how-to' tactical advice made it easy to set priorities and get focused. I look forward to doing it again. 

-- Lynn Pechinski, President, 1st Straw Marketing & Promotions