Business mentoring for founders, leaders and growing teams

One-to-one business mentoring for founders, leaders and teams navigating growth, change and big decisions.

Sometimes what you need most isn’t another strategy document.

It’s space.

Space to step back.
Space to think clearly.
Space to talk through challenges, opportunities and decisions with someone outside the business.

That’s what mentoring gives you.

I work with founders, leaders and teams to help bring clarity to the things that matter most — from growth plans and positioning to leadership decisions and confidence in what comes next.

Part strategic support. Part sounding board. Part accountability partner.

Always practical, honest and grounded in real-world experience.

Kat Spybey, Founder at Spybey Digital_

“As the sole director of Spybey Digital, I can find it difficult to carve out the necessary time to focus on the business strategy and future growth, away from day-to-day client delivery. My monthly sessions with Laura hold me accountable, make me think about the bigger picture, and strategies and reconnect with the reasons why I started this business. With her own experience of running an agency, she’s been a brilliant sounding board to help me overcome pinch points and focus my decision-making. Most importantly, she’s supported me whilst injecting some fun back into running a business which can at times feel like a lonely and overwhelming task.”

Mentoring support for founders, leaders and teams who need space to think, plan and grow.

The challenges mentoring helps with

  • You’re carrying a lot of decisions on your own

  • You feel stuck on a business challenge

  • Your growth feels messy or overwhelming

  • You need clarity on positioning, pricing or business direction

  • You want support developing your team

  • You’re struggling to prioritise what matters most

  • You need accountability to follow through

Mentoring creates space to think more clearly and move forward with confidence.

Sometimes you don’t need more information — you need clearer thinking

Running a business or leading a team can feel full-on.

You’re making decisions every day. Managing people. Growing something. Solving problems.

And often doing it without enough time to properly think.

Does any of this sound familiar?

How mentoring works

No two mentoring relationships look the same.

Some people need strategic support. Some need accountability.

Some need confidence and perspective. Some simply need a regular space to stop and think.

Mentoring sessions are shaped around you and what’s happening in your business right now.

That might include:

  • Business growth planning

  • Positioning and messaging

  • Leadership decisions

  • Pricing and offers

  • Business development

  • Team support and development

  • Confidence and decision-making

  • Navigating change and growth

No fluff. No jargon.

Just practical conversations designed to help you move forward.

Flexible mentoring sessions designed around your business, leadership and growth challenges.

Practical support shaped around what you need

Sam Hockley, Video Director, Filmmaker and Editor

"Working with Laura was invaluable for me as a freelancer. She helped me pause, take stock of where my business was, and get clear on where I want to be in the years ahead. With her guidance, I was able to break things down into simple, actionable steps that made real progress feel achievable.

I felt at ease with Laura within minutes, and we were able to dive straight in. What stood out most was that she didn’t try to give me all the answers– instead, she listened and helped me uncover them for myself.

I’d recommend Laura without hesitation".

I work with:

  • Founders building and growing businesses

  • Creative founders navigating agency growth

  • Leadership teams needing strategic support

  • Junior team members developing confidence and skills

  • Marketing teams wanting external support and perspective

  • Purpose-led leaders navigating change

Who mentoring is for

Mentoring for founders, leaders and teams at different stages of growth and development.

Support for founders, leaders and teams

Whether you’re leading a business, building a team or growing into your next role, mentoring gives you the space to think more clearly.

Why people work with me

Experienced, practical and grounded in real-world growth

Over the past 20 years, I’ve built and scaled a creative agency, worked in senior in-house roles and supported organisations as a consultant, strategist and mentor.

That means I understand the realities of growth, leadership and marketing from different sides of the table — and the pressures that come with trying to build something sustainable while making important decisions along the way.

Alongside my practical experience, I’m an ILM Level 5 Business Mentor and accredited with the Association of Business Mentors, where I continue to learn and develop through ongoing training and professional development.

I’m also proud to volunteer as a mentor with Enterprise Nation’s Help to Grow programme, UnLtd and Anglia Ruskin University’s Freelancing Fast Start programme — supporting founders and early-stage businesses as they build confidence, clarity and momentum.

People work with me because I bring:

  • 20+ years of strategic marketing and business experience

  • Practical experience of building and growing a business

  • ILM Level 5 accredited mentoring expertise

  • Honest, practical advice

  • Strategic clarity grounded in action

  • Accountability and momentum

  • Collaborative support that helps people grow with confidence

Alice Cassie, Head of Professional Services, Escone Solutions

“As someone with no marketing experience, I was unsure where to begin when redeveloping some of our web pages. Laura guided me every step of the way, helping me create a clear plan and structure to communicate our message effectively. She has been instrumental in the redesign of our Professional Services pages. Her expertise, support, and the insights I gained from our sessions were invaluable. I highly recommend Laura to anyone seeking marketing support – her knowledge and guidance are unmatched!”

What clients say

Mentoring that creates clarity, confidence and momentum

  • Hayley Smith, Virtual Personal Assistant

    “I had a one-to-one mentoring session with Laura, and taking time away from my to-do list to focus on the areas of my business that need attention was so refreshing. Laura is supportive, experienced, and has fantastic knowledge and ideas to share. She has helped me find the clarity and focus I need to grow and market my business.”

  • Jane McCluskey, Founder at Burrow & Fern

    “As I reached a significant stage in my life and business journey, my mentoring session with Laura was exactly what I needed. We discussed my future vision and Laura provided expert insights, offered valuable suggestions, and practical steps that helped me focus and visualise a clear path forward. I left her feeling energised, inspired, and excited about the work ahead. Thank you, Laura!”

  • Victoria Careless, Director, Friends Dress Agency

    “I had a fantastic face-to-face creativity meeting with Laura. I was so impressed with Laura’s ideas and input to help me get the best from my business. I have a to-do list, and I feel it’s given me a positive boost. As you can get stuck in the mud sometimes and having someone with a fresh set of ideas is so beneficial, I’m looking forward to the future, we have agreed to have quarterly meetings, so I can check in with her, and discuss my progress. Thank you so much, I'm looking forward to the next one.”

  • Kat Spybey, Founder at Spybey Digital_

    “As the sole director of Spybey Digital, I can find it difficult to carve out the necessary time to focus on the business’ strategy and future growth, away from day-to-day client delivery. My sessions with Laura hold me accountable, make me think about the bigger picture, strategies and reconnect with the reasons why I started this business. With her own experience of running an agency, she’s been a brilliant sounding board to help me overcome pinch points and focus my decision-making. Most importantly, she’s supported me whilst injecting some fun back into running a business which can at times feel like a lonely and overwhelming task.”

  • Larissa Matias De Lima, Freelance Brand Strategist

    “Working with Laura has been a game-changer as I embarked on a new career direction as a freelancer. Her guidance was instrumental in helping me shape my business idea and structure my project with clarity and purpose. Laura helped me identify how to build a strong, engaged community and how to present myself to my ideal clients confidently.

    One of the most valuable lessons I learned from Laura was that not every client is the right fit, and she helped me define the kind of clients I truly want to work with—those who align with my values and goals. Her support, encouragement, and insightful advice gave me the confidence I needed to take this step in my professional life.

    I’m deeply grateful to Laura for her mentorship and the positive impact she’s had on my journey. I can’t recommend her enough to anyone starting freelancing or looking for a trusted guide to help bring their vision to life.”

  • Molly Leonard, Pride of Britain Award Winner, Mental Health First Aider and Founder and Director of Craft With Me

    “When I first started working with Laura, I had no idea how to share my story. She first supported me ahead of the 20-mile walk across London, a King’s Trust fundraising event, where I was speaking publicly for the first time. Since then, she’s been by my side, helping me prepare for events like the Pride of Britain Awards and so many others.

    My journey hasn’t been easy—I’ve faced a lot of challenges and overcome so much to get to where I am today, personally and in my work. There’s so much to share about what I’ve been through and why I do what I do now, but it all felt tangled in my head. Laura helped me untangle that web and find a way to tell my story in a way that connects with others.

    Thanks to Laura’s guidance, I’ve grown so much in confidence. I’ve even been asked to become a speaker for a speaker agency, something I never would have imagined before working with her. She’s helped me turn what felt overwhelming into something meaningful and inspiring.

    I’m so grateful for her belief in me, her encouragement, and the tools she’s given me to share my story. Laura, you’ve made such a difference in my life, and I can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve done to support me on this journey.”

  • Sam Hockley, Video Director, Filmmaker and Editor

    "Working with Laura was invaluable for me as a freelancer. She helped me pause, take stock of where my business was, and get clear on where I want to be in the years ahead. With her guidance, I was able to break things down into simple, actionable steps that made real progress feel achievable.

    I felt at ease with Laura within minutes, and we were able to dive straight in. What stood out most was that she didn’t try to give me all the answers– instead, she listened and helped me uncover them for myself.

    I’d recommend Laura without hesitation".

The Business Mentoring Process

The structure of each mentoring session is flexible and shaped around what you need most at that point in your business or role. As a guide, here’s how sessions typically work. Most clients find meeting every 3–4 weeks creates the right balance of space, momentum and accountability — and I’m always available between sessions if needed.

  • A quick online call to get to know each other, find out about your business goals and tell you more about me, my experience and how we can work together.

    Book a free chemistry call

  • Make yourself a cuppa and settle down to answer my online questionnaire which will take between 5-10 minutes.

    Be as honest as you can with your answers - I find your first, gut response is always the best! 

    All of your responses are confidential and will let me get to know you and your business in more detail before our first session together. 

    • A chance to get to know one another

    • Find out more about your business 

    • Talk through the mentoring process

    • Answer any questions you may have

    • Mentoring contract signed by us both including my code of conduct

    • First mentoring session date, time and format agreed

    • Detailed online questionnaire submitted 

    • Each session is strictly confidential and is focussed on a GROW model - Goal, Reality, Options and Will

    • At the end of each session we’ll summarise points and actions and agree the date, time, format and focus for the next session

    • A short online form will be shared for reflection and feedback

    • A summary of the actions and considerations ahead of the next session will be shared

Pricing

Flexible mentoring support

Start with one session and see what dedicated space to think could unlock.

Mentoring sessions are £150 per session.

Most clients book monthly or every 3–4 weeks to create regular space for reflection, planning and accountability.

Sessions can be online or in person.

Ready for space to think more clearly?

Whether you’re navigating growth, facing a big decision or simply need space to step back and reflect, mentoring can help bring clarity, confidence and momentum.

Together, we’ll look at:

  • Where you are now

  • What’s feeling stuck or unclear

  • What needs to happen next

A dedicated space to think, plan and grow — with practical strategic support behind you.