Testimonials

I have worked with Chris on and off for about four years now and I can honestly say that his input has made a very positive difference to my business and my enjoyment of it.
He was quick to grasp what I do and offered some extremely valuable advice on how to get the most out of myself and my business. Like many business owners I guess, I am not the most organised or interested when it comes to some of the ‘detail’ and, as with a lot of these things, knowing you need to do them is one thing but when you work for yourself it is only too easy to choose to do something else first.
Chris reminded me how important it is to put foundations in place and set things up properly. He introduced me to some very efficient methods and then he held me to account to ensure things were done. Sometimes not necessarily what I really wanted to do but always what I knew I should do.
Those foundations that have made a big difference and enabled me to do much more of the stuff I like and am best at – which is working on my business rather than being buried in it! Interestingly, they have probably been even more valuable in the challenging economic climate of today than they were when business was booming.
Tony Hawes - Hanbury Property (UK) Limited

Irrespective of how long any company has been established, business changes at a rapid rate and even the most hardy require a bit of advice from time to time. Which is where the expeertise of Business Life can be invaluable.
Business Life has helped to transform Sharon Lee into an almost unrecognisable company, helping us to formulate procedures and plans that otherwise would never have happened. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with them and we look forward to working with Business Life for many years to come.
Toby Pache – Managing Director, Sharon Lee Ltd

I have been working with Chris as my coach for the last two years, and I have found him of invaluable benefit to the business. Although it has sometimes taken me a while to implement the ideas and actions that I have agreed with Chris, bit by bit he has helped me to change my outlook on my business, and ultimately made me see the importance of setting clear goals and targets, which will allow me to finance and support the things I would like in my personal life.
Chris always keeps me on my toes, doesn’t allow me to make excuses to myself or him, and always holds me accountable to do the things I say I will do.
Hugh Randall – Streetwork Solutions

Hi Chris.
Just wanted to say thanks very much for the afternoon coaching sessions over the last few months.
As you know, I initially found it difficult to justify further costs in these hard times, and did need a bit of your gentle persuasion! It has helped me a great deal, (personally and business wise), to create a goal, and plan towards it step by step. Dealing with one area at a time and taking action on each of them, makes it all much more manageable. Although you were working to an agenda, I appreciated you picking up on the areas that I found most challenging and spending a bit more time to help with them. I plan to keep you up to date from time to time, and am sure I will be giving you positive news each time!!
Thanks again.
Mark Leigh – Alresford Garage Ltd

We have used Chris Crace of Business Life to provide sales training to members of our staff who deal directly with customers.
Although there was a range of experience and ability within the group Chris ably managed to keep everyone fully engaged and interested. In my initial brief to Chris I was particularly keen to ensure that the training would be specifically relevant to our sector of business. I was impressed how well he had researched the subject and ‘tailor made’ the training to that end.
Chris is thoroughly professional, and is an important contact for our business.
Phil Spencer - Managing Director, Fieldfare Amenity

Six years down the line and we were in the doldrums with our business. What had started as a retirement project had grown rather haphazardly and had become a bit of a millstone. We were not coping and needed advice! Chris Crace, with his sunny disposition and enthusiasm, was able to re-motivate us. He encouraged us to think more seriously about growing the business, and about the financial implications of expansion. With Chris’ help we have recruited a new assistant, so our own time is freed up to plan and manage. We are no longer bogged down with day to day tasks. As well as helping us focus on our roles and responsibilities at work and those of our team, he helped us think about what we wanted outside work. So we have been able to adjust our work/life balance.
We have yet to complete all the tasks on his follow up report (it wasn’t all easy!), but we do feel confident that Chris has shown us a way forward, and we know we can call on him should we have any problems..”
Christine Farmer - Farmers Ales.

We have recently completed a number of training sessions with Business Life, and were fortunate to get the government grant ‘train to gain’ with them.
For a moderately small and busy family company it is always difficult to take a step forward with training, so taking the time to learn new techniques and systems has been really worthwhile. Chris Crace from Business Life has helped to develop and improve our company in many areas, these developments within the company will help enable us to reach our goals sooner and keep the company moving forward.
The Business Life Ltd team are very passionate about their work, and great to work with. They have experience and expert knowledge, which makes a significant difference. We only wish we had started sooner, and have already decided to continue our training with Business Life on a regular basis.
Will Reber - Crystal Clear Products Ltd

When I first met Chris, I knew I was in need of a change, but wasn’t quite sure of the direction, or how to get started. I felt I needed greater control over my finances, but perhaps more importantly, to make sure that I had a strong team, all pulling in the same direction.
Although my business was generally working quite well, Chris opened my eyes into new ways of looking at it, and gave me new ideas about controls, which would help to improve things.
Probably the biggest achievement I have made so far is to write out an organizational structure, which has really helped in clarifying roles, responsibilities and accountabilities.
I would recommend Chris to anybody, even if they think they don’t have the time, as he can help you find time through his methods and persistent support.
Lawrence Motts - Company Director, Motts Body Repair Ltd