Helping business owners turn financial chaos into clarity.

Plan ahead, and get back to enjoying what you do.
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The Problems I Solve

Clarity for the things that keep you awake at night

Most business owners don’t need another accountant — they need someone who can help them see the whole picture and put practical solutions in place.

Common issues I help with:

  • Cashflow pressures – knowing when money’s really coming in or going out.
  • Budgeting and forecasting – a clear view of the road ahead.
  • Growth challenges – expanding without losing control.
  • Compliance headaches – staying on top of obligations with confidence.
  • Systems and reporting – turning messy data into meaningful insight.
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Who I Work With

For business owners who want more than just reports

I work with business owners, leaders, and management teams across a wide range of industries — from international banks and F1 teams to manufacturers, health providers, and service businesses of every size.

The common thread?
They’re ambitious, hands-on people who care about their business and want it to run better.

Whether you’re running a small consultancy or managing a national operation, I bring the same goal: to help you identify what’s really holding your business back, fix it, and build a stronger, more resilient operation.

The Benefits You’ll Get

What you can expect when we work together

When we partner up, you’ll:

Feel in control of your numbers and decisions

Spot risks early and manage them confidently.

Build systems that save time and money

Understand your financial performance clearly.

Stay compliant, avoid penalties, and free up mental space to make smarter decisions

It’s about more than accounting — it’s about helping your business grow stronger, smarter, and more sustainable.
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A Different Perspective

When you’re knee-deep in the day-to-day, it’s easy to miss blind spots. Our outside view, helps you see opportunities or risks you’d otherwise overlook.

Accountability

We will keep you honest, make sure you follow through, and help you stay focused when distractions (or excuses) pop up.

Conscious Leadership

We help clients think about their thinking, becoming conscious leaders who make deliberate choices and execute with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Are We For You?

Top 3 signs we can help

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You’re stuck in the same cycle

If you’ve been pushing hard but the results don’t really change, same revenue, same issues, same frustrations.

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You’re working harder

Long hours, endless to-do lists, but no real progress on the bigger picture. The business feels like it’s running you.

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You’ve got ideas but no clear path

Plenty of business owners have the vision but struggle to break it into steps that actually get done.

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Testimonials

We have been working with Phil since 2012. During this time we have grown from a staff of 10 to well over 30 and quadrupled our turnover. Working with Phil has enabled us to develop strategies and implement plans that we didn’t even know we needed before meeting him. At the beginning of our journey together we were not working on our business at all and, to be honest, we were floundering.

- Clare McCall C McCal Plumbing Constractors Ltd

Phil Pickford has provided considerable support to our business since we began working together in 2008. Over the years he has counseled, advised, mentored and coached me (and my team) on a vast array of subjects! The focus of our meetings has always been on business strategy but he has provided enormous support in other areas as well (management, HR, new business, and organisational structure to name a few).

- Natasha Bourke Managing Director Skin Health Experts (S.H.E)

We have been using Think Differently for over 2 years and have seen remarkable gains in our business, over 50% growth each year. We have consistently broken sales records and have become a leading force in our field. Phil is an outstanding mentor with an invaluable wealth of knowledge and I couldn’t recommend him enough.

- Warwick Shearer Director, The Maintenance Guys Ltd

Phil Pickford reflects on the early days of Think Differently and why he chose the name. Think Differently delivers coaching that challenges assumptions, empowers leaders, and creates lasting growth.

It All Starts With A Coffee

Coffee

It starts with a relaxed meeting over a coffee. This isn’t a sales meeting, this is about getting to know each other.  

The Plan

Over a 2-hour workshop in our Albany offices we will document the key aspects of your business and support you in developing an initial strategic plan. 

Support

We know how tough it is to deliver while running a business. With our experience and practical advice, we’ll help you turn plans into progress and real results.

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