Hello, I'm Steve Kessel and I offer Fractional/ Flexible operational support for small businesses.

I have spent my entire career working with owner-managed businesses. Through my experience, I have seen first hand how difficult it can be to balance day-to-day operations with planning for growth. That's where I come in - I specialise in managing the operations side of your business - an affordable alternative to a full time employee.

As a founder, you are likely to want to focus on sales and creating a vision, yet the day-to-day tasks can take up a lot of time and headspace. I can help you with daily operational needs, finance and accounting, or setting a clear strategy for growth.

My clients say that I am trustworthy, reliable and a great sounding board for their ideas.

If you need a right hand man, a Sidekick, get in touch and we can discuss how I can support you in taking your business to the next level.

steve@sidekicksk.co.uk

+447766905061

PROVIDING FLEXIBLE OPERATIONAL FUNCTIONS

DAILY OPERATIONAL NEEDS

• General support
• Issues management
• Administration duties
• Logistical and problem solving
• Risk management
• Vendor management
• Supplier management
• Data analytics
• e-Commerce (Amazon and eBay management)

STRATEGY

• Goal setting + objectives
• Longer term planning

FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING

• Monthly management reporting
• P+L management/forecasting
• Expense control
• Growth strategy
• Supplier reviews (contracts + negotiation)
• Debtor management
• Professional Service key point of contact (accountants/lawyers)

FAQ'S

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOU ARE A SIDEKICK CLIENT?

• Growing owner managed businesses looking to expand
• Start ups
• New businesses with a restricted budget for head count
• Owner wants to stick to their core skills and does not enjoy or have the time to get involved in the volume of operational detail needed to manage their business
• Business needs support, structure and process but not necessarily in a full-time capacity

HOW DO I WORK WITH MY CLIENTS ?

• I tend to work remotely but I can be in the office as and when needed
• Open 2 way comms with me through-out the whole week
• Always on approach

HOW DO I CHARGE?

• Monthly Fixed Fee - based on owners needs, number of functions needed

• One off projects

DO I HAVE TO TAKE ON ALL OF SIDEKICK FUNCTIONS?

• Nope - you can mix and match. That's why I built this business. I recognise that small businesses may not require everything at once and need flexibility.
• I can scale up my time as the company grows