Small Business Consulting

Through the Strategy Sessions, I gained immense clarity. She went above and beyond to prepare for each meeting, right down to having tailored, researched recommendations ready to discuss at the start of each one. Melissa was empathetic and attentive about what would work best for my particular company, while also giving me meaningful "homework" and keeping me accountable for my role in the sessions. I'm grateful for the way she was able to lend her expertise to alleviate considerable decision fatigue while also reinforcing the core values, needs, and complexities that make my company unique. Above all, Melissa genuinely cared about my ability to succeed – both organizationally, as an evolving branding agency, and also personally, as a very human entrepreneur trying to navigate a rapidly evolving leadership role. My company has grown exponentially since those sessions with her, very much to her credit. I'm continually recommending her to others, and I look forward to working with her again in future when it's time to confidently tackle my next business milestone.

- Julie, Owner at Eickhof Creative Shop LLC

Melissa has been a phenomenal resource to me as I grow my business.  Her recommendations for my company’s sales and marketing strategy successfully grew my business's following, increased my ability to offer products specifically tailored to my target audience, and allowed me to define plans to increase my client base and sales.  Our time together was incredibly valuable, fun, and paramount in improving the sales and marketing aspects of my business.  Melissa was honest when she needed to be, thorough, and encouraged me to charge my services’ true worth.  Investing in Melissa’s coaching multiplied the returns to my business! 

- Jackie, Owner at Nested Table

I HIGHLY recommend Melissa for coaching! Melissa has helped my business and my team in so many ways. Melissa is easy to communicate with, extremely helpful and delivers on her promises. Before finding Melissa, I was nervous about trusting someone with my businesses marketing direction but she asked all the right questions getting to know the heart of my business quickly. I was amazed at how easily she integrated herself into our company's marketing team. She directed new ideas and showed great levels of care and detail both in data and our company's message. She has been adaptable to our needs and creative with direction. I love working with her and would HIGHLY recommend hiring her for any of your consulting and training needs!

- Clarissa, Owner at Revivewell Studio

I first met Melissa during her speaking seminar geared to women entrepreneurs who wanted to raise their prices. After this session, I was able to increase my rates with current clients up to 30% using the strategies she shared. I just finished a 75-minute consultation with Melissa on attracting new clients, packaging prices, and updating my current services and web presence, and she gave me so many actionable tips that I am confident will help me increase my revenue quickly while avoiding burnout. I was completely stuck on how to do this before, but Melissa's guidance was clear, concise and extremely effective. I would recommend her to any entrepreneur who is looking to grow their business.

- Melanie, Owner & Author

I booked Melissa for a single strategy consultation focusing on pricing. Her preparation was very thorough and she showed up to the meeting with a comprehensive plan in mind. As a sole-proprietor, I was grateful for the opportunity to bounce ideas off an expert and I was left feeling confident with the next steps I need to take in my business.

- Sandy, Owner at Dietitian Hub

This is such an awesome opportunity to work with Melissa Barker! Over the last year, Melissa and I have worked together to raise my prices and provide better communication with current clients. She has helped me with sales, product awareness and messaging. It was worth every dollar!

- Paige, Owner at Feed Your Intuition

Melissa has the most incredible way of guiding your vision for your business and future. I came to her with a head full of scattered feelings and dreams for my business and she kindly helped me sort through my skills/dreams  to reach the most juicy and soul soaring offering. I feel like when I talk to Melissa about my work, she treats my business like it is her own - it is so clear that my business and I matter to her and genuinely want both of us to succeed. I leave every coaching call with her feeling empowered, in my body, and so excited to bring to the world what I have to offer. Melissa is not just skilled and knowledgeable in her field, she is the most genuine and heart forward coach - you simply cannot miss out on time with Melissa. 

- Megan, LMT & Coach 

I needed an urgent strategy consultation and Melissa was able to squeeze me in her busy schedule. She quickly grasped the project and provided excellent insight about how to analyze the data I had collected and lots of actionable recommendations for using it to improve the brand. Working with her is an absolute joy and I would highly recommend Melissa to anyone! 

- Kate, Lam Research