About Me:
I offer a range of practical, value-adding services tailored to meet your business needs. This includes one-off assignments, training requests, analysis and reporting, interim support, recruitment, and team building.
I also provide phased assignments, such as strategic reviews, change management, and sales and profit initiatives. Where appropriate, I can extend to providing regular, long-term support on a retainer basis or through non-executive directorships. In these roles, my services cover long-term change implementation, ongoing leadership and strategic support, as well as business mentoring.
My Vision:
To inspire and equip UK businesses with the strategies, leadership, and culture needed to achieve lasting success and excellence.
My Mission:
I drive business success by crafting and implementing innovative strategic solutions, enhancing leadership, optimising operational and financial performance, and building motivated, high-performing teams.
Experience Available To You:
With a business career of over 30 years and 5 years as a management consultant, I bring a unique and comprehensive skill set developed across a range of business environments, from global corporations to private equity-backed start-ups. My background includes key roles at Mattel, where I supported major toy brands such as Fisher-Price and Barbie in key marketing and sales initiatives, and Valspar Corporation, where I led growth and operational recovery as the Guardsman Managing Director for the UK & Europe.
My experience with Daler-Rowney, a family-owned business, and Design Objectives, a start-up backed by private equity, further enhances my understanding of diverse organisational needs and dynamics.
Brands and Organisations I Have Worked On and For Include:
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This breadth of experience across different business sizes and sectors, combined with my expertise in sales, customer service, marketing, and general management, allows me to deliver tailored, high-impact solutions in consulting.
My successful partnerships and assignments at P Griffin Consulting has reinforced my commitment to addressing unique client challenges through leadership and strategic development, commercial growth, team building, and operational improvements—ensuring that each project benefits from a well-rounded, adaptable perspective that is critical to achieving meaningful and sustainable results.
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How I Engage with Clients:
Addressing the issues that keep you up at night swiftly and effectively is crucial for maintaining momentum and achieving the business success you aspire to. Imagine what your next 12 months could look like – what would 'great' look like to you?
I assist business leaders and owners in achieving remarkable results, which we define as your version of 'great'. Some of the most significant challenges include recognising what is truly happening within your business, getting bogged down in daily tasks, lacking a clear strategy that resonates with your team, and struggling to lead effectively towards your goals.
One of the toughest hurdles is knowing where to start. My straightforward engagement process, outlined below, offers you a complimentary and fresh perspective on your business, allowing you to ascertain, without any obligation, whether working with us will deliver the desired results and a solid return on investment.
1. Discovery Call
My client engagement starts with a complimentary discovery call to introduce my services and explore your business. During this call, we will together identify the types of unique challenges and opportunities you face, and collaboratively determine the most effective way forward.
2. Free Consultation
I offer all prospective clients a complimentary 1–2-hour consultation at your office to understand your business, assess your requirements, and verify that I can provide the necessary support. This also gives you the opportunity to meet with me and ensure there's a good fit for you and your team.
3. Written Proposal
After this free consultation, if appropriate, I will provide you with a written proposal detailing the scope of work, defined assignment goals, timelines, and clear costings. This document will outline a clear plan to achieve the agreed goals and ensure a solid return on investment.
Phil was a great source of knowledge in helping to identify and shape a value proposition for our customers. He provided a refreshingly creative approach to shaping our strategic ideas and reinforced our high-level objectives with a working model that included both a structured process and competitive analysis."
Managing Director - Franchising Sector
'4-Steps to Success'
Every business is unique, and my '4-Steps to Success' approach ensures that I tailor my methods to suit your specific needs. This structured yet flexible approach allows us to work together with a focus on the areas that will make a meaningful and lasting impact on your business's success.
1. Analysis – I collaborate with you and your team within the business to identify challenges, constraints, and opportunities.
2. Report/Proposal – I develop and agree with you on a practical, actionable, and achievable plan, considering the tasks your team can handle and where additional support is required.
3. Implementation – Together we implement the plan efficiently, meeting key milestones and deadlines. I will work on-site at a pace that allows your business to continue operating while achieving goals promptly.
4. Measure Success – Togetehr we evaluate the results to ensure the agreed goals are met and that your business is positioned for ongoing success.
Non-Executive Director (NED) Options
If you’re seeking ongoing support for yourself and your business, appointing me as a Non-Executive Director (NED) could be an effective solution.
Having access to a me as your Non-Executive Director provides you with independent expertise, strategic guidance, and a trusted sounding board to drive growth, navigate challenges, and enhance decision-making.
As part of P Griffin Consulting, I have launched a specialised interview skills and candidate support brand. Having recognised the challenges faced by candidates and recruiters in interview settings, and I am committed to bridging this gap through 1-2-1 mentoring and group workshops.
For candidates, I provide essential tools to present themselves effectively, differentiate from the competition, and secure job offers that enable career growth.
For recruiting managers, I equip them with the skills to create and implement robust recruitment processes that maximise candidate potential, ensuring thorough assessments of skills, experience, and motivation. This empowers employers to build strong teams and drive business success.