We work with:
Entrepreneurs
Consultants
Coaches
Trainers
Practitioners
Creatives
Financial Services
Insurance Services
Legal Services
Healthcare Services
Technology Services
Marketing Services

You added a lot of value by creating this model... thanks so much for all your help and wisdom - it has been lots of fun so far!!”

- Jill Nyren, Principal, Nyren Collaboration

“Great job on the Sears portion of the web site. The design and writing are very professionally done. It has the right appeal to bring in leads and your copy reflects our brand positioning very well.”

- Jim Colpitts, Category Business Manager, Sears Canada

“Wonderful job on the newsletter! I enjoyed reading it - the tone, layout and upbeat feel were very well executed.”

- Christina Laughren, International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) board member

“When we were looking for speakers for our conference, Harp was someone who readily sprang to mind. We were rewarded with one of the best presentations of the day. Some people immediately made changes to their marketing plans when they left the conference. Real value and action. ”

- Paul Copcutt, Career Professionals of Canada Conference Chair

“Harp, thank you for your ongoing commitment and work on behalf of IABC Grand Valley. I'm so happy to have someone of your calibre and professionalism on our board. Your active participation has been a tremendous asset to our chapter.”

- Annie Coté-Kennedy, IABC

“Thanks to all of you for all the excellent work. One only has to take a look at our web site and our promotional material to see the quality of your work. I‘m really proud of the outcome. ”

- Hubert Saint-Onge, Principal and Founder, SaintOnge Alliance

“I truly enjoyed your talk this morning - I believe it will help me re-focus. I am positive your message this morning has helped several businesses re-evaluate their message, as I have.”

- Pat Campbell, K-W Chamber of Commerce Member

“Was great working with you. Thanks so much for helping us launch our staff portal - I hope we can collaborate again in the new year!”

- Lynne Short, VP Marketing & Communications, Cowan

“I really like how you‘ve reworked the web site content. I appreciate how flexible and accommodating you‘ve been - you listened closely to the ideas I had and worked within my budget.”

- Alana James, Owner, Chore Choppers

“Thank you so very much for participating in STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS! The attendees indicated they thoroughly enjoyed your session. The information that you and the others shared was invaluable.”

- Sharon Graham, Career Professionals of Canada

“It was a real pleasure meeting you at the Bridges to Better Business. I appreciated your mentoring and professional input in the Marketing roundtable session. Thanks for a valuable information session!”

- Peter Szabo, Communication Lead, heterodox communication + design

“One of the best written press releases I have read in this industry.”

- Craig Morantz, VP, Sales Development, Leeds

“Thank you for coming to Laurier and passing on your wisdom about Resume creation. You gave a lot of interesting tips and you really got me excited to begin the process of overhauling my Resume.”

- Cam Davies, WLU Student

“Many thanks for your valuable business tips at the seminar. I look forward to having you come and speak at one of our Marketing Strategies or Customer Service sessions. It was a real pleasure to have met you.”

- Fred Parry, President, Project People

“Harp, thank you for a wonderful and informative workshop. You really helped me re-frame how we package our information”

- Stephanie Calma, Community Justice Initiatives

“You did a great job presenting at our event. You were prepared, on the ball, personable and engaging. All great qualities of a successful entrepreneur.”

- Nahla Kor, Owner, Kor Capabilities Consulting

“I liked the way you were able to answer participants‘ questions and keep the discussion on topic. You made it easy for us to interact, work together and feel part of the process. I look forward to hearing you speak again!”

- Cathie Schnarr, Owner, Autotalkers

“Thank you for your inspiring seminar. You walked us through a process which can be difficult – and made it comfortable and obtainable.”

- Maureen Harrison, Healing Arts Practitioner

Who We Work With

We Specialize in Helping Service-Based Businesses

We work almost exclusively with entrepreneurs, independent professionals and professional services firms in Southern Ontario. Our clients are typically consultants, coaches, trainers, practitioners, creatives and those who provide services in the financial, insurance, legal, healthcare, technology and marketing arenas.

Marketing a service requires a substantially different approach than marketing a product. The short version? Products are tangible. Services are not.

We know services. We grew up in services. We live and breathe services. We don’t just get it – it’s in our blood.

By the way, we also love to work with companies who share similar values around social and environmental responsibility.

Does This Sound Like You?

Our clients know their stuff. They are great at what they do and have amazing depth of knowledge in their respective fields. But all too often, they find themselves overwhelmed juggling day to day projects, relationships, and resources.

Understandably, many of them struggle to find time for strategic activities such as marketing, branding, and planning – even though they realize those activities are essential for long term success. There are also those who feel they don’t have the background or expertise to do a good job. Others dread the idea of promoting themselves. Can you imagine – people who don’t actually enjoy marketing?

Actually, it’s not all that uncommon. But not to worry. We most definitely enjoy it! And we’re willing to bet you’ll have fun too, as we partner to attract more projects, clients, and opportunities that get you fired up.

Check out our services, personal brand coaching program or just get in touch to find out how we can help you leap out of the crowd.

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