Clive Smallman
BSc Hons MSc MBA MA PhD FBCS GAICD FIML
NSW, AUSTRALIAUnlock your business potential and design a life of freedom with clarity, strategy, and growth.
Emeritus Professor Clive Smallman, PhD, is a trusted business strategist, leadership coach, and speaker with a wealth of expertise in driving sustainable growth and transformation for mid-career entrepreneurs. With over four decades of experience in business planning, business continuity, and leadership coaching, Clive brings a rare combination of academic rigour and real-world business insights to the table.
As the founder of Design for Growth, Clive has worked with leading global brands and helped thousands of professionals craft clear, actionable business strategies that lead to tangible results—whether it’s increasing revenue, cutting costs, or improving work-life balance. He specializes in helping businesses break free from the “feast or famine” cycle by providing them with the tools and strategies they need to scale effectively while maintaining control over their time and lifestyle.
What sets Clive apart is his unique approach to business coaching—he not only helps clients clarify their business goals and strategies but also empowers them to make bold, calculated decisions that shape a successful, fulfilling career. His workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions provide actionable insights on everything from creating a winning business plan to enhancing leadership capabilities and achieving work-life harmony.
By hiring Clive, you gain a partner dedicated to unlocking your full potential. His tailored, results-driven strategies ensure you leave with clear, implementable plans that elevate both your business and personal life. Whether you’re looking to streamline operations, increase customer value, or navigate the complexities of scaling your business, Clive’s expertise is the catalyst for growth and long-term success.
Emeritus Professor Clive Smallman, PhD, is a trusted business strategist, leadership coach, and speaker with a wealth of expertise in driving sustainable growth and transformation for mid-career entrepreneurs. With over four decades of experience in business planning, business continuity, and leadership coaching, Clive brings a rare combination of academic rigour and real-world business insights to the table.
As the founder of Design for Growth, Clive has worked with leading global brands and helped thousands of professionals craft clear, actionable business strategies that lead to tangible results—whether it’s increasing revenue, cutting costs, or improving work-life balance. He specializes in helping businesses break free from the “feast or famine” cycle by providing them with the tools and strategies they need to scale effectively while maintaining control over their time and lifestyle.
What sets Clive apart is his unique approach to business coaching—he not only helps clients clarify their business goals and strategies but also empowers them to make bold, calculated decisions that shape a successful, fulfilling career. His workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions provide actionable insights on everything from creating a winning business plan to enhancing leadership capabilities and achieving work-life harmony.
By hiring Clive, you gain a partner dedicated to unlocking your full potential. His tailored, results-driven strategies ensure you leave with clear, implementable plans that elevate both your business and personal life. Whether you’re looking to streamline operations, increase customer value, or navigate the complexities of scaling your business, Clive’s expertise is the catalyst for growth and long-term success.
I Love It When a Plan Comes Together: Turning Strategy into Action and Results
Format: one-hour keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Mid-Career Entrepreneurs – Individuals transitioning from employment to running their own business, looking to create a clear strategy, align their offerings to their customers, and ensure sustainable growth.
- Small Business Owners Struggling with Direction – Entrepreneurs who feel stuck in the "feast or famine" cycle, needing a...
What The Blazes Was That? Navigating Crisis and Ensuring Business Continuity When Things Go Wrong
Format: one-hour keynote (also available as a workshop)
This program is perfect for:
- Small Business Owners – Entrepreneurs who want to ensure their business can weather unexpected disruptions, whether from natural disasters, economic downturns, or other crises.
- Leaders and Managers in Growing Companies – Professionals responsible for leading teams and operations who must implement...
It's Life Jim, But Not as We Know It: Designing Your Next Decade for Purpose, Growth, and Balance
Format: one-hour keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Mid-Career Professionals – Individuals looking to transition from a traditional career to a more fulfilling, purpose-driven path, seeking clarity and direction for the next phase of their life.
- Entrepreneurs at a Crossroads – Business owners who want to align their professional growth with personal values, creating a business...
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