Make more money without your business taking over your life.

Strategic support for small business owners and consultants who are already making money, but know growth has become harder, messier and more dependent on them than it should be.

If you want clearer priorities, stronger sales, better decisions and a business that feels easier to run, you’re in the right place.

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200+ BUSINESS OWNERS SUPPORTED

TRUSTED STRATEGIC SUPPORT

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When working harder stops working.

There comes a point where working harder is not the answer anymore.

The business is still working, but it is starting to feel more complicated, more demanding, and more reliant on you than you want it to be.

I help you step back, focus on what matters, and build a business that is more profitable, easier to run, and less dependent on you.

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“Katherine is truly a business expert. With her ongoing support, I have achieved successes that wouldn’t have been possible without her guidance.”

- Caroline Graham, Managing Director, CG Safety

Find the right support for you.

Whether you want tailored 1:1 support, a structured space to step back and plan, or practical tools you can use in your own time, there’s a way to get the right level of support for where you are now.

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Work with me 1:1.

Tailored strategic support for small business owners and consultants who want clearer priorities, stronger decisions, and a business that feels less dependent on them.

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Structured support for small business owners and consultants who want space to step back, refocus, and make progress alongside other ambitious business owners.

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Practical tools, guidance and weekly tips for small business owners and consultants who want to build a stronger business with more clarity, focus and confidence.

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Why clients choose to work with me.

HELPING YOU BUILD A STRONGER BUSINESS

Hi, I’m Katherine, founder of The Pocket Strategist.

If your business is making money but feels harder, messier or more dependent on you than it should, that’s usually a sign that you don’t need to work harder; you need to step back and look at what’s really going on.

That’s where I come in. I help you get clear on what matters, make better decisions, and strengthen the business in a way that works for you, not someone else’s version of success.

I’ll challenge you, bring ideas, and help you see the things you can’t always see when you’re in the middle of it. But I won’t push you into a business you don’t want, or a plan that looks good on paper but doesn’t fit real life.

My clients want honest advice, clear thinking, and practical support from someone who understands the pressure of running a business and knows how to help them move forward.

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What it’s like to work with me.

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    “I had hit a crossroads whilst pivoting our services and Katherine put some perspective as to the best path to take.""

    Hayden Allen-Vercoe, MD, Orbital Digital

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    “Exactly what I needed to gain clarity and move the business forward.”

    Rebecca Ridler, MD, Your digital Future

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    “I have clarity about where we'll get to and HOW we are going to get there.”

    Emily McGuirk, MD, Small Steps Big Vision

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    ““As a small business owner who is looking to grow it was a fantastic mix of support and challenge.””

    Steve Foster, MD, Foster Leadership

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    "I left clear about where to focus to make major progress in my business."

    Sonita Reese, CEO, First By Five

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    "It helped me to refocus and prioritise my strategy."

    Hannah Palmer, Director, Stand Against Violence

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Whether you want tailored 1:1 support, a focused workshop, or practical resources to help you move forward, there’s a next step that fits.

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