A focused conversation to understand your challenges and identify practical next steps. No obligation.
Bringing Structure and Clarity to Growing Businesses
We work with founders and managing directors to build organisations where growth is guided by clear systems, strong leadership, and informed decision-making — not constant pressure and uncertainty.
A Practical Partner for Growing Organisations
Senior-led consulting for founders and managing directors across the UK
We help growing businesses move from founder-led management to clear, structured ways of working.
Our work is based on real operational experience and close collaboration with leadership teams.
We design practical systems that support confident decision-making and sustainable growth.
Practical Consulting, Built for Implementation
  • A Strategy Designed for Real-World Use
    We develop a clear and measurable direction for your business, defining strategic priorities and a 90-day action plan that leadership teams can genuinely follow and apply.
  • Clear Accountability and Effective Governance
    We help establish roles, responsibilities, and decision rights, creating a structure that supports confident leadership, timely decisions, and consistent performance.
  • Insight Through Meaningful Metrics
    We introduce practical performance indicators that provide visibility into operational health, financial trends, and areas requiring attention — without unnecessary complexity.
What You Can Expect Within 8–12 Weeks
  • Greater clarity at leadership level and reduced reliance on day-to-day intervention
  • Managers taking ownership of outcomes rather than escalating issues
  • More consistent execution across teams and functions
  • A stronger sense of control and confidence in future growth
Our Approach
  • Substance Over Presentation
    We focus on practical outcomes rather than polished reports. Everything we deliver is designed to be used in day-to-day management.
  • Collaborative, Not Prescriptive
    We work alongside your leadership team, ensuring solutions are shaped to your organisation rather than imposed from the outside.
  • Measured by Results
    Success is defined by improved performance, clearer decision-making, and stronger organisational capability — not by activity alone.
Begin with a Professional Discussion
Start with a complimentary 30-minute business review.
We will discuss your current operating model, highlight areas for improvement, and outline a small number of practical steps you can take immediately.
Give us a call +44 4724 028569
Who We Are Best For
Organisations that value structure, clarity, and long-term capability
  • Scaling Leadership Teams
    Companies where founders and managers are stepping into formal leadership roles and need clear decision-making and accountability.
  • Rising Operational Complexity
    Businesses experiencing team growth, multiple functions, or expanding markets — and feeling the strain on processes and communication.
  • Strategic Transition
    Organisations preparing for a new phase of growth, restructuring, or more formal management practices.
  • Long-Term Focus
    Leadership teams seeking sustainable systems rather than short-term fixes or quick performance gains.
Contacts
+44 4724 028569
owner@and-then-there-was-one-holdings.com

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The Curve Diamond Way, Stone Business Park, Stone
England
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