Unlock Your Potential: Free Business Review & Growth Toolkit
Description
Mark Brear at EML Electrical went from £150k to £750k and then to £1.7m and now a multi-million-pound business after implementing our structured management approach and focusing on cashflow.
Marc & Kirsty Lusty of Meko Electrical increased net profit by over £100k in one year, added clarity to their processes, and even took their first holiday in 15 years.
Warren & Jason McCabe at WTM Plumbing saw revenue rise by 80%, profits increase and their business grow to a team of fourteen after embracing our strategies.
Many of our clients highlight the supportive community and knowledge sharing in our mastermind groups, saying they no longer feel alone in their journey.
Services
The process doesn’t stop there: Bright’s group coaching and team‑alignment days bring your wider team into the plan, strengthening relationships, clarifying everyone’s role and creating a focused set of objectives to work towards. By using the 7‑Sector Orbit framework you’ll ensure no area of your business is overlooked—from finance and marketing to operations and HR—and avoid knee‑jerk decisions that can undermine growth. This comprehensive approach gives you the clarity and confidence to invest in the right areas, build solid foundations and achieve sustainable success.
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Members report that the mastermind environment helps them tackle issues in leadership, finance, operations, HR, marketing and sales with renewed confidence, resulting in stronger structures, greater resilience and improved profitability—all while knowing you’re no longer on the journey alone.
You also get access to an online mastermind community and a WhatsApp group for ongoing support between sessions. Over 12 months you’ll develop a bespoke business plan, learn how to grow sales, implement cost‑effective marketing, manage your time more efficiently, tighten up your finances, deliver consistent first‑class customer service and build a motivated team. The programme is ideal for owners who want to step back from the tools, gain a fresh perspective and implement proven systems with the support of peers and expert coaches.
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For deeper learning, Bright offers bespoke workshops. Sales Training Days help both new and experienced team members understand the sales process and use emotional intelligence and influence to close more deals. Marketing Training Days show you how to build a powerful marketing plan, run multi‑touch campaigns and make your advertising and website truly work for you. Customer Service Training Days focus on creating a “wow” customer experience, setting up systems to keep service consistent and motivating your team to go the extra mile. Together, these webinars and workshops give you the knowledge and tools to manage, control and grow every part of your contracting business.
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Our Team
Managing Director
As the founder of Bright Business Advice, Emerson combines a background in electronic engineering, marketing and account management with more than two decades’ experience coaching businesses. After a decade as an ActionCOACH he created the Bright 7‑Sector Orbit system to help mechanical & electrical, fire & security and construction contractors boost profits, build scalable systems and develop effective leaders.
Emerson is passionate about emotional intelligence and peer learning; he hosts Mastermind LIVE events and encourages owners to move from reactive firefighting to proactive, confident leadership.
Business Coach
Ian is an ICF‑certified professional coach who has been growing and developing companies since 2003.
A systems and communications specialist, he’s helped more than 100 businesses win new clients and create significant recurring revenue streams. Ian is passionate about implementing the Bright 7‑Sector Accelerator System and inspires clients to build systems for rapid growth while nurturing leadership teams. He has won awards including South African Business Organisation Coach of the Year (2017) and COMENSA Coach of the Year (2018).
Outside work he’s a keen golfer and traveller and is based in Yorkshire
Business Coach
Garry’s ability to step back and understand a situation before finding a way forward underpins his success as a Bright Business coach. He spent a decade leading B2B sales at Konica Minolta, taking his team to European awards, before launching and later selling his own comms and print business, Admiral Business Systems.
A strong advocate of the Bright 7-Sector Orbit system, Garry credits a monthly morning “on the business” for reducing unpleasant surprises.
His big goal is to take the Bright 7‑Sector Orbit to Melbourne within three years, and he pledges to help clients win more contracts, increase net profits and regain work‑life balance.
Business Coach
Michael began his career as an independent consultant in the late 1990s, advising IT firms in San Diego. He then spent six years auditing and coaching hauling companies across the US, improving operations, finance and customer service. After relocating to the security industry, he helped organisations enhance processes, service delivery and financial performance for fourteen years, while also building a property portfolio during the housing market collapse. Michael holds a BSc in Computer Science and an MSc in Business and Technology Management and now uses Bright’s 7-Sector Accelerator System to streamline operations and reduce costs through technology.
Business Coach
With more than 20 years’ experience, Paul is a dedicated business coach and sales-and-marketing communication specialist who has helped launch four start-ups and reshape numerous businesses at board level. He prides himself on helping clients master core business disciplines and turn competitive advantage into measurable results. Paul also has over eight years’ experience developing franchises and now leads Bright Business Advice’s franchise growth efforts. Recent roles include Chief Revenue Officer for Flip Out Europe and Head of Franchising for Flip Out UK. Away from work he’s a keen golfer and restores vintage hats and classic cars.
Testimonials
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Nick Hill & Rob Andrews - Oxford Electrical
Nick Hill & Rob Andrews of Oxford Electrical grew turnover from £1.6 million to £3 million in three years after we introduced systems that improved communication, project delivery and team cultureWe’re an established M&E contractor based in Oxford, and over the past three years we've grown from a £1.6 million turnover to £3 million. We’ve been working with Emerson and Bright Business Advice throughout that period to support our growth and structure.
At the start, we were a busy business but lacked clear systems and procedures. Emerson helped us implement new software that streamlined communication between our office and site teams, which massively improved our ability to deliver projects efficiently and to client specification.
A key transformation has been in our company culture. Emerson encouraged us to focus on building a positive team environment, which has helped with recruiting, retaining great staff, and enjoying day-to-day operations.
On a personal level, the coaching has helped me grow into the role of Technical Director. We’ve refined our sales and tendering process, and Bright gave me the confidence and tools to lead more effectively.
Another huge benefit is the wider Bright Business community. Emerson supports a number of M&E and construction contractors, and the shared knowledge and experience that comes from that network has been invaluable to our progress.
If you’re in the M&E or construction space and want to grow, get structured, and lead with more confidence, I couldn’t recommend Bright Business Advice more highly. -
Matt Cookson & Dean Pitblado - Alpha Control Specialists
Transformative Growth, Community, and ROI Through Emerson & Bright"We are Alpha Control Specialists Limited, thriving in the industry since September 2014. I'm Dean, the Sales Director, and alongside me is Matt, our Operations Director. Our transformative journey with Emerson has been pivotal, enhancing both our business strategies and personal development. Before Emerson, we relied heavily on traditional methods like spreadsheets, but we've since shifted to advanced systems like Simpro for project management and Xero for financial accounting Emerson introduced us to valuable resources such as audiobooks, which have sparked significant personal and professional growth. This partnership has also refined our quality control processes and expanded our training programs, particularly for our apprentices.
Our new approach includes creating quality manuals and instructional videos as invaluable resources for continuous learning outside of work hours. One of the most impactful outcomes of our collaboration with Emerson came from the networking opportunities at a Bright event. Early in our engagement, we connected with another Bright client, leading to a significant project that provided a rapid and substantial return on investment. This project not only demonstrated the immediate financial benefits of our new strategies but also reinforced the value of community and shared experiences within the Bright network.
We've attended three mastermind events, each enriching our team with new insights and inspiration. The sense of community and shared success is palpable, reminding us of the continuous improvements possible for any business open to change. We wholeheartedly recommend this journey to others seeking to elevate their operations and team spirit". -
Luke Edwards – Marble M&E Group
70% Growth in 7 Months: How Bright Brought Structure to Marble M&E Group"I'm Luke Edwards, one of the owners at Marble M&E Group, a plumbing, electrical, and fire and security business based on the south coast.
Before joining Bright Business Advice, we faced a lot of challenges. Our business was unorganised, with no systems or processes in place. We were going through a lull with very little work in the pipeline, no marketing strategy, and overall, just chaos. We had been working with another business coach at the time but were unhappy with the services we were receiving.
That’s when I decided to search online for business coaches for electricians, and Emerson’s Bright Business Advice popped up. After browsing their website, I gave Emerson a call, and I knew straight away I’d found the right person to help us.
Emerson introduced us to Bright’s 7-Sector Orbit—a simple yet effective system that breaks your business into key areas. Together, we started working through each section bit by bit, building the systems and processes we needed to run our business successfully. Now, when we bring new people into the team, those systems are already in place, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
One of the biggest insights Emerson shared with us was around focusing on the right tasks. He explained the concept of £10 tasks, £100 tasks, and £1,000 tasks, helping us realise that as business owners, we should be focusing on the £1,000 tasks. By bringing in admin support to handle the £10 tasks, we’ve been able to use our time more effectively to grow the business.
We’ve been working with Bright for six or seven months now, and in that short time, we’ve experienced 70% growth. It’s been a whirlwind of a summer and autumn, but the results have been fantastic.
I couldn’t recommend Emerson and Bright Business Advice highly enough. If you’re considering a business coach, just book a call with Emerson. Have a chat, and I guarantee you’ll be signed up in no time."
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- Mechanical and maintenance contractors
- HVAC system designers, suppliers, and installers
- Industrial refrigeration contractors
- Plumbing and pipefitting businesses
- Fire protection system installers
- Electrical contractors and LED lighting providers
- Low-voltage system integrators, controls, and building automation specialists
- Streamlined operations and job management
- Better scheduling, dispatch, and quoting efficiency
- Enhanced financial visibility, cashflow, and job costing
- Stronger compliance, team coordination, and quality consistency
- Leadership and management development
- Business structure and planning
- Financial management for decision making
- Streamlined operations and processes
- Team recruitment engagement and motivation
- Marketing strategy and brand messaging
- Sales process improvement and customer growth
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Mastermind Groups
Monthly peer groups bring together business owners at various stages of growth. Under expert guidance, members tackle challenges in leadership, operations, finance, recruitment, sales, marketing, and customer service. Each session ends with practical next steps and accountability.
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Shared Experiences & Peer Learning
Contractors frequently highlight the value of the Bright community. Simply being surrounded by others who understand your business pressures adds clarity, insight, and inspiration.
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Supportive, Results-Driven Network
Members describe Bright’s community as a real source of encouragement—not just abstract guidance, but practical support that fuels real change.
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More Than Coaching—A Collective Path to Growth
This isn’t a one-way advisory setup. With Bright, coaching comes alive through peer-to-peer learning and shared success journeys, making the process both dynamic and empowering.
We offer active partnership, not just task lists—guiding and supporting you every step.
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