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We listen first
No templates. No slide shows.
- A conversation before any plan.
- Clear workplan. Clear cost.
Mentor: An experienced and trusted adviser
At In a Nutshell our Mentoring model focuses on Challenges, Choices, Consequences, Creative Solutions and Conclusions leading to practical thinking that drives real progress
Consultancy Mentorship, delivered differently
The In a Nutshell way is hands on, human, and built around mentorship. There when you need advice, clarity, or simply to share progress. Never one process for all, we shape it around you. We listen first, then match you with a mentor/s who fits your stage, goals and budget.
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Agree outcomes
No charge yet.
- From an hour to a year.
- We mentor, support and guide.
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Match to a mentor
Brief to skill. Right person.
- Never the other way round.
- Then we all sign.
your business. In a Nutshell.
We understand how the moving parts really work.
Running a business means doing a bit of everything, often all at once. Our mentors are hands on operators who understand that. They bring experience across multiple functions and stages, stepping in to strengthen whatever part of your operation needs focus next, connecting people, process, systems, data and performance.
Board and Strategy
Clarity, choices, next steps
Design, Buying and Merchandising
Range, margin, stock flow
Finance
Cash, cost, control
People and Payroll
Roles, process, care
Quality and Sustainability
Standards that stick
Transport and DCs and 3PL
Right place, right time
Systems and Projects
Simple, stable, clear
Retail Operations
Standards, teams, flow
Ecommerce
Trade, convert, retain
Marketing and Brand
Story that sells
Customer Service and Retention
Keep customers close
The Nut Collector
Joins the dots
Channels we work within
Ecommerce
Bricks and mortar
Catalogue
3PL
Manufacturing
High street
Wholesale
In a Nutshell
Our ethos runs through everything we do.
- Preparation and foresight
- Agility and adaptability
- Attention to detail
- Sustainability and care for the environment
- Resilience and resourcefulness
- Building strong networks
The red squirrel is our symbol for a reason. We listen, gather, prepare, always think ahead, make sure every moving part of your business is ready for what’s next. We care about partnership and we hope to be on your full journey together through the ups and downs. Always watching. Always ready. Just like our little squirrel, we keep an eye on every moving part of your business — quietly, efficiently, and with purpose.
Contact UsMentors from all 12 functions listed above - looking for work and wanting to join like minded individuals - project work available - Get in touch at experts@operationsinanutshell.co.uk