Business Solutions: Helping companies to help themselves

Business clients are set to gain from an enhanced service – with MacIntyre Hudson Business Solutions expert Mandy Mackinnon earning a top qualification.

Mandy, who has now become an Accredited Business Facilitator, recently completed her training with Mindshop – a world-leader in training and the support of business advisors.

Mandy, along with her Business Solutions colleagues, offers a facilitation service to businesses, encouraging owners and managers to take time out of the office – to work on their business rather than in it.

“We work with clients and guide them though a process, which helps them focus on their short and long-term plans and come up with their own solutions,” said Mandy, who q ualified as a chartered accountant 18 years ago. “Too often, people become so busy with the day to day running of their business and even with the best of intentions, they never quite get around to focusing on their longer term goals and business plan – whether this be to expand their business and boost profits, or sell the company within a certain period.”

As a newly Accredited Mindshop Facilitator, Mandy is perfectly placed to help companies plan their own improvements.

“Mindshop has provided me with training, support, and a ‘toolbox’ to help solve problems,” added Mandy. “I can also draw on the support, experience and ideas of a network of other facilitators – which is very useful.”

”The best thing is that this role helps clients construct their own action plans. I can’t go in and change their business for them; people have to do that themselves. I provide the support and have ‘nagging rights’ to get them to make change happen. ”It is very satisfying. It’s a different way of supporting clients – and I know I can make a difference to their businesses.”

If you are interested in improving the growth and profitability of your business contact Mandy on 01733 568491 or email her at mandy.mackinnon@macintyrehudson.co.uk