When it comes to selecting a business consultant or advisor, the options can feel overwhelming. Among the growing number of frameworks and methodologies, one prominent model is the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). While EOS offers a structured approach to improving operations and achieving goals, the qualifications required to become an EOS Implementer reveal a significant distinction from the expertise and depth of service provided by firms like ours.
EOS has gained popularity for its simplicity and accessibility. With tools like the Vision/Traction Organizer and Level 10 Meetings, it provides a straightforward playbook for running a business. However, becoming an EOS Implementer requires only minimal qualifications. Practitioners may lack in-depth business experience or industry-specific insights, as there are no stringent prerequisites for prior leadership roles, consulting experience, or business ownership.
This approach can work well for small, straightforward businesses seeking operational discipline. But when companies face nuanced challenges—such as scaling, restructuring, or addressing leadership blind spots—the cookie-cutter approach may fall short.
At our firm, we bring nearly 200 years of combined experience across businesses of all sizes, from startups to Fortune 200 companies. Our consultants have not only advised organizations in complex situations but have also been in the trenches as executives and leaders, managing the very challenges our clients face.
In addition to this depth of experience, we distinguish ourselves by using the SOAP methodology to diagnose and address business challenges effectively:
We begin by identifying the observable problems or pain points in your business. These may include high turnover, declining profitability, or missed project deadlines. By listening to your perspective, we uncover the symptoms that are holding your business back.
Next, we gather measurable data to quantify these symptoms. Using metrics like turnover rates, profit margins, and customer satisfaction scores, we establish an objective foundation to understand the scope of the challenges.
Our experienced consultants analyze both subjective input and objective data to diagnose the root causes of your challenges. This may reveal leadership blind spots, inefficiencies in processes, or misalignment between your talent and business strategies.
Finally, we create a tailored, actionable roadmap to address these root causes. Unlike EOS’s one-size-fits-all tools, our plans are customized to your business’s unique goals, industry, and culture. Whether it’s implementing talent optimization strategies, redesigning pricing structures, or enhancing leadership development, our solutions are as unique as your business.
A limited-entry model like EOS might suffice for businesses seeking only operational basics. However, for leaders who aspire to build sustainable, scalable, and saleable businesses, experience and a structured diagnostic approach like SOAP are essential.
Our combination of real-world expertise and a methodical framework ensures that we don’t just treat surface-level issues—we tackle the root causes to drive meaningful, long-term success.
Choosing a business advisor is a critical decision. When the stakes are high, trust a partner who brings not just a framework but also the wisdom, expertise, and a proven methodology to guide your business to new heights. With SOAP as our foundation and nearly a century of collective experience, we go beyond EOS to deliver results that matter.