Transform Athletic Excellence into Entrepreneurial Success
YOUR STRATEGIC PARTNER FOR SUCCESS
From the Field to the Boardroom: Elevate Your Game with Strategic Business Guidance
Welcome to Lauren Ashley Consulting, where your new beginning starts now. Transitioning from professional athletics to entrepreneurship? Or you’ve already made your transition and want a partner who understands how to balance your business, brand, and life seamlessly while maintaining their separation? We specialize in turning your unique skills into business success. Let us guide you as you build not just a business, but a legacy.
Understanding the Entrepreneurial Hurdles for Former Athletes
Stepping into the world of entrepreneurship can be daunting, especially when the competition feels like a relentless opponent. You might feel overwhelmed by the strategic and operational challenges, unsure how to translate your athletic discipline into business success. You're not alone in feeling unprepared for this new arena.
Your Competitive Advantage:
Tailored Strategies for Lasting Business Success
Strategic Mastery: Leverage tailor-made strategies that align with your vision.
Operational Excellence: Implement systems that enhance efficiency and profitability.
Leadership Development: Evolve into a business leader with our continuous support.
Seamless Transition: Smoothly transition with frameworks designed for athletes like you.
Empowered Success: Feel confident and in control as you master the entrepreneurial game.
Our Signature Athlete-Centric Framework
Our holistic framework, explicitly created for athletes, integrates personal, public, and professional life management into one cohesive ecosystem while maintaining three separate life circles, offering clarity across all domains, leading to higher productivity, performance, and profitability while ensuring a seamless strategy for life and career.
We’re Your Strategic Partner
Guiding You Every Step of the Way
At Lauren Ashley Consulting, we've helped others in your shoes. We are seasoned strategists and operations experts who understand the journey from the field to the boardroom. From beginning to exit.
We don't just provide solutions; we partner with you, using our expertise and unique understanding to guide you through each challenge. You can trust in our proven frameworks and personalized guidance to lead you to victory.
What You Gain
Transitioning from the world of sports to the business arena requires more than just a change of play; it demands a strategic partner who understands the intricacies of both worlds. As your Fractional Chief of Staff, it’s more than an aide; we’re your strategic ally, guiding you through the complexities of business with a keen focus on strategic planning, operational efficiency, and holistic integration.
Your Path to Transformation
Engage in a partnership where your business challenges are met with strategic solutions, operational mastery, and a comprehensive understanding of your unique journey from sports to success.
Case Study
Transform Your Game: From Sports Champion to Business Leader
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Transitioning from the world of professional sports to entrepreneurship is a bold leap. Learn how LAC’s specialized service for former athletes—our Fractional Chief of Staff—provides the strategic scaffolding and operational acumen needed to navigate this significant life change, ensuring success in the business arena.
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You’ve dominated the sports world, and are now ready to conquer business. You're a driven, competitive, yet collaborative leader, keen to translate your athletic discipline and resilience into entrepreneurial triumph. Whether you’re stepping into sports apparel, health and wellness, tech, or venture capital, we are your strategic ally.
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Many former athletes face unique challenges as they enter the entrepreneurial field:
Strategic Misalignment: Without a solid strategic base, transitioning athletes may struggle to effectively apply their sports acumen to business.
Operational Inefficiencies: Common to new founders and early-stage companies, these inefficiencies can stall growth and cause frustration for you and your team.
Cultural Misfits: Moving from a sports team to a business environment involves a significant shift in culture and expectations.
Experience Gaps: Lack of formal business training or professional experience can often hinder effective decision-making and strategic planning even when your career has taught you the fundamentals you need to succeed.
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Lauren Ashley Consulting steps in as a strategic partner to reframe these challenges into opportunities:
Strategic Planning and Execution: We establish our strategic framework(s) that align with the client’s goals and industry demands, ensuring a smooth transition from athletic to business prowess.
Operational Overhaul: Our services transform operational processes to be lean and agile, much like tuning a sports car for peak performance.
Cultural Integration: We help bridge the gap between sports and business cultures, creating an environment where former athletes can thrive.
Leadership Empowerment: We equip our clients with the business knowledge and expertise to fill any gaps needed to succeed.
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Aligned Business Strategy: Clients experience a seamless integration of their athletic mindset with business acumen.
Enhanced Operational Efficiency: Our strategic input creates streamlined, effective business operations.
Cultural Cohesion: We foster a supportive and understanding business culture that respects the unique background of athlete-entrepreneurs.
Empowered Decision-Making: Clients make informed, impactful business decisions with the help of trusted advisors and expert partners.
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"Transitioning from the NFL to entrepreneurship felt like stepping into a whole new league. Lauren Ashley Consulting not only coached me through the basics but also developed a custom game plan tailored to my strengths and business goals. Lauren’s expertise was invaluable in navigating this new terrain." - Former NFL Player
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If you're a former athlete looking to make your mark in business, our Fractional Chief of Staff service is designed to leverage your unique skills and experiences. We provide:
Strategic guidance tailored to athlete-entrepreneurs.
Operational systems designed to maximize efficiency and performance.
A supportive environment that is committed to making sure you are seen, heard, and understood because we value not just your sports background but—you.
Ready to Redefine Your Game Plan?
Discover how our Fractional Chief of Staff service can transform your athletic discipline into business success. Book a free consultation today and start building your business legacy with Lauren Ashley Consulting.
Simple Steps to Transform Your Business Vision into Reality
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Fill out our interest form to tell us about your goals.
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Schedule a one-on-one consultation to tailor our approach to your needs.
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Begin your tailored program and start seeing tangible results in your business and life.
Ready to transform your athletic discipline into entrepreneurial success?
Looking for more? Explore our resources, read testimonials from fellow athletes-turned-entrepreneurs, and check out our blog for more insights into making the transition. Stay updated on all things business with Lauren Ashley Consulting.
FAQs
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A Fractional Chief of Staff is a part-time strategic partner who helps bridge the gap between your athletic experience and business success. We provide comprehensive support in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and cultural integration, explicitly tailored for former athletes transitioning into entrepreneurial roles.
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Our service is designed specifically for former professional athletes who are entering or have entered the entrepreneurial space. This includes domains like health and wellness, tech, professional services, speaking engagements, and venture capital.
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Our Fractional Chief of Staff provides flexible, strategic oversight without the full-time commitment or expense of a traditional executive role. This model allows you to leverage expert guidance as you grow, optimizing your budget while still implementing high-level strategies that drive your business forward.
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We tackle several challenges unique to athlete-entrepreneurs, including strategic misalignment, operational inefficiencies, cultural shifts from sports to business environments, and gaps in business expertise. Our goal is to transform these challenges into opportunities for growth and success.
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Understanding that every athlete has a unique journey, our services are highly customized. We align our strategies with your specific background and business goals, whether launching a new product line or scaling an existing venture. Our approach is not one-size-fits-all; it’s a bespoke game plan that evolves with your needs.
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Absolutely! One of our clients, a former NFL player turned entrepreneur, praised our ability to translate his athletic discipline into a structured business strategy that capitalized on his strengths and addressed his initial apprehensions about entering a new industry.
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Our base rate starts at $5,000 per month. We also offer adjustments based on client profile and engagement duration to ensure our services are accessible to different needs and budgets. We provide a 10% discount for engagements longer than six months.
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The first step is to schedule a free consultation where we can discuss your specific needs, challenges, and goals. This no-obligation session is crucial for both parties to ensure alignment and understand how we can best support your transition and growth.
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Lauren Ashley Consulting specializes in bridging the gap between sports and business. Our deep understanding of the unique intracacies of balancing your private life, personal brand, and professional pursuits allows us to provide individualized insights and strategic guidance tailored specifically to former athletes. We don’t just support your business; we understand the essence of your past achievements and how they can fuel your future success.
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While the timeline can vary depending on your specific goals and the complexity of your business, most clients begin to see tangible improvements in operational efficiency and strategic clarity within the first three months of partnership.
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Very flexible. The role is designed to provide high-level support exactly when and where you need it. Depending on your current business phase and objectives, we can adjust our involvement to offer more intensive support during critical periods or step back as your own team gains expertise.