Before You Take the First Step
Starting a business mentorship journey isn't just about learning new techniques. It's about being ready to challenge your assumptions, commit to consistent action, and embrace the uncomfortable growth that comes with real change.
We've found that the most successful business owners are those who come prepared — not just with questions, but with the right mindset and realistic expectations about what this process actually involves.
Freya Thorgersen
"The businesses that thrive are the ones that start with honest self-assessment. You can't build on shaky foundations."
Are You Actually Ready?
Most people think they're ready for business mentorship, but readiness goes beyond wanting better results. Here's what we've learned separates those who succeed from those who struggle:
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You can commit 3-4 hours
weekly
Not just for calls, but for implementing what we discuss. The real work happens between our sessions, not during them.
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You're willing to share actual
numbers
Revenue, expenses, cash flow — the real figures, not the ones you wish you had. We can't help what we can't see clearly.
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You're prepared to change systems
that aren't working
Even if you've been doing things the same way for years. Attachment to broken processes is the fastest way to stay stuck.
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You understand this takes 6-12 months
minimum
Real business transformation isn't a quick fix. The changes that stick require time to become habits.
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You have decision-making
authority
If every recommendation needs approval from partners or family members, progress slows to a crawl.
The Mental Side of Business Growth
Most business challenges are actually mindset challenges in disguise. Here's what we typically work through together:
What You'll Need to Release
- The need to control every detail personally
- Fear of raising prices to sustainable levels
- Guilt about saying no to unprofitable opportunities
- The story that you have to work 70-hour weeks to succeed
- Perfectionism that prevents you from launching anything
- The belief that investing in your business is selfish
What You'll Need to Embrace
- Making decisions with incomplete information
- Having difficult conversations with clients and team
- Measuring what matters, not what's easy to count
- Building systems even when you're busy
- Celebrating small wins along the way
- The fact that growth feels uncomfortable at first
Foundation Elements That Actually Matter
After working with hundreds of business owners, we've identified the non-negotiables that determine whether someone will succeed in our program. It's not about experience level — it's about approach.
I thought I was ready because I wanted to grow. But Freya helped me see the difference between wanting change and being prepared to do what change requires. The preparation phase was actually the most valuable part — it saved me months of spinning my wheels.
Clear Current State
You know exactly where your business stands today — the good, the challenging, and the unclear. No sugar-coating, no wishful thinking.
Defined Success Vision
You can describe what business success looks like for you specifically, not what it looks like in business magazines or social media.
Implementation Focus
You're more interested in taking action than collecting advice. You understand that knowledge without application changes nothing.