Are you OPEN for business?
Define Your Market,
Perfect Your Pitch,
Grow Your Business
Are you one of the 83,806 new businesses registered in Australia in 2020-2021?
Being new to business is exciting and terrifying in equal parts.
On the one hand you have the skills and expertise to make this work, and on the other you feel unsure or even like an imposter when people ask you about your business.
OPEN for Business is a self paced online program that takes the guess work out of what to say when someone asks ‘what do you do?’
No more feeling salesly, or like you have verbal diarrhoea, or like a bunny in the headlights. Just confident relationship building skills to grow your business because you know what to say and where to find the right people to talk to.

The power of relationship based marketing
There are potential clients out there right now in your network, but are you ready for them to get in touch with you?
Do you know where they might be and how to talk about your business with them?
OPEN for Business will make sure you’re set up to make the most of powerful word of mouth marketing, by clarifying you target market, your marketing messages and build your confidence to get out there and build relationships.
We focus on your visibility, credibility and then ultimately it will have a positive impact on your profitability! Sound good?

Who this is for:
This program is perfect for you whether you’re in your business full time, or still working elsewhere and consider this a ‘side hustle’ for now.
You might be saying to yourself:
Sound familiar?
You may have already realised that being visible and building relationships is one of the best ways to grow your business. But if you’re scratching your head about how to confidently show up online and in person, then you’re in the right place.
Ready To Jump in?
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You might recognise one of the three typical new business owner avatars that Open for Business is perfect for:
The Frozen First Timer
You never know what to say to someone when they ask you what you do - OPEN for business has a process you follow to create clear, concise and authentic responses so you feel confident talking about your business.
The Verbal Rambler
You ramble on and totally confuse people when talking about your business - OPEN for business has templates to create content for different situations so you know what to say when.
The Perfectionist
Your a start up and want to get it right from the start- Why waste time and money figuring out what your message is OPEN for business gets you sorted quickly and easily.
Here’s What to Expect:
This online self paced program gives you the tools to identify your target market, nail your marketing messages (your pitch) and get all the ‘ducks in a row’ to confidently talk about your awesome business.
You’ll be ready to get out there to promote your business in person and online before you know it.
Four modules delivered at your own pace from the comfort of your home or office, and for a limited time I have spaces for personal coaching (*details below)
Module 1: What’s Your Message?
The cornerstone of finding the right customers is knowing how to talk about your business with confidence
Module 2: Visibility - Finding Your Customers
Methods for visibility that you can implement right away
Module 3: Credibility - Setting up for successful word of mouth marketing
Setting up for success from the start to stand out as
Module 4: Networking - The best way to grow your business
Setting up for success from the start to stand out as
BONUS: Networking Challenge
I’ll help you every step of the way to take what you’ve learnt in the program and apply
it to your business
Ready To Jump in?
Still have questions? Book a call
What other have said
Lisa graciously shared her natural communication talents with our Mid West Chamber of Commerce and Industry business owners recently, when she hosted a Networking webinar.
The webinar brought immense educational value to our business owners with constructive feedback given in real time, and gold tips for both online and in-person networking events.
No matter the level of professional experience, or stage of business, you can learn something new from Lisa Thomas!
- Amy Roberts, Marketing Coordinator, Mid West Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MWCCI)
Are you a new business start up?
Needing some direction?
I can highly recommend Lisa to get you heading in the right direction.
- Warren Parker, Director and Accountant, Headstart Accounting Services
Check in with Lisa Thomas if this course is for you
- Elfy Jo Tummers, Communication Coach, Perfect Pitch with Elfy Jo
Lisa Thomas has a perspective that's come from a cross between a registered training organisation and a business owner. Suffice to say her outlook, structure, education, instructions and analytical skills are invaluable to new entrepreneurs.
If you're in the early stages of thinking about a new business, or need help with your current business, now is the time to step forward. "You don't know, what you don't know..." and knowledge is power. So DM her directly and see what she has to offer and how it can improve your position. It can't hurt.
- Raf Protacio, Director, Elite Finance
I highly recommend Lisa. She has many years’ experience is this field and is excellent at promotion, networking and getting businesses the result they are after.
- Melanie Ainsworth, Accountant
Your Expert Mentor - Lisa Thomas.
Lisa has been helping business owners become confident and comfortable promoting themselves and their businesses for more than 15 years. With a strong background in government, education and training, and running her own business, she is perfectly placed to help business owners learn and apply what they need to get the business results they desire. As a business owner, she has a front row seat to the barriers many people face in promoting their business. As a result she has a strong action-taking focus, making it easy for her clients to see results when they work 1:1 with her, or with her online program Open For Business.
Benefits of working with Lisa Thomas - business mentor
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DIY Self Paced
Instant Access to All 4 Modules
$299
1:1 Coaching
Instant Access to All 4 Modules
PLUS 1:1 Coaching with Lisa
$500