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TLC Services

Autumn LeStage - Natural Evolution Salon, Parksville, BC

Tara and I have collaborated on several iterations of business plans since 2010 – all of which turn to Gold!

Fern Foster, Fern Forest Consulting, BC

Tara Christensen's passion for Small Business Management and service to her clients makes her a powerful and knowledgeable asset to any Small Business owner at any stage of development.

Kirsten Werner, Cumberland Village Wellness, Cumberland, BC

[Tara's]kind way of offering helpful advice put me right at ease. Her perspectives and knowledge was incredibly helpful to me. She helped me lay out long and short term goals for my current business and my pivot project. 

Q#1 Mini Kick Start Special!!

Focused coaching / consulting sessions are designed to help you:

 

  • untangle immediate business challenges

  • identify what truly matters right now

  • decide what can wait

  • define one steady, practical next step forward

 

Investment: $75

(winter session gift rate til March 22, 2026!)


Kick Start Package Includes:

  • 60–90 minute 1:1 consulting session (time as needed - flat rate

  • Follow up email: session notes + actions

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Let's get to work!​

Business Plan Development 

 Your Written

Business Plan 

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For all the reasons you need a plan - or will need one, I cannot express enough the reasons a plan is your key to success... even if the only reason is emergency funding, get your plan in place so only a few minor adjustments are needed in times of stress, need, or development! 

When you need change is not the time to start your plan - like a resume, have it ready for the next opportunity you want or need to seize!

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Plan development: 

This is done in partnership with Tara shaping and developing the plan, and you responding with the required information in a timely manner =)

 

Small Business Plan Packages Investment

Starting at $2500 

 

Included in the plan development:

  • Initial consultation to discuss scope, timeline and deliverables

  • Weekly development questions email 

  • Consultation on plans and recommended adjustments to business model or operations

  • Support and consultation on risk identification and mitigation planning

  • Planning in line with standard small business planning templates and guides

  • Formatted plan in Doc + pdf (emailed printable copies)

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Strategy + Action Plan

 This supports owners and start-ups in gathering moving pieces and getting them in order with a strategic mindset and action steps to get moving: 

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  • In Depth Consult on the Business Need - 60 Minutes

  • Comprehensive Business Analysis - SWOT Analysis and Plan / Idea Review

  • Determine Next Steps + Operational Tools/Resources

  • Post Analysis Consult - 90 Minutes

  • Action Steps  + Session notes- Doc

  • Resource package

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Investment: 

$750

with add-on packages and work details available

(tailored to your needs following this initial work)

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This is the package that helped many of my clients get organized and get going with confidence and clarity!

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If this sounds like you - call me...

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Let's get to work! 

Fractional Management Consulting and Support

At times when we need some extra help 'in the field' while executing an in house project, or, requiring time away for business growth, personal reasons or professional development, Tara executes virtual, or in person management support in small, rural businesses. 

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This support is offered on a contract basis and included full managerial support; staff calls and management and all general upkeep and practices required for your business. 

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Package Opportunities: 

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Virtual

In-Person

Hybrid

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* In person managerial service requires transport and accommodations to your area with 3 days in person 'shadowing' prior to start. I am pleased to work with owners to find personalized solutions - please reach out for more information and to discuss how fractional support in your business may just free you up to pursue new paths, take care of business at home, or any reason at all you want to be away from your business with trusted support =)

Business Analysis + Supported Strategic Management Plan

Business Analysis  + 1 Yr. Strategy & Action Plan: $1500 

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A thorough business and planning analysis: what's working; what isn't - what's missing; what's great + identified threats and opportunities for your venture. 

 

This analysis reveals your current business position and paves the way for smart, actionable next steps in your planning.

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Included are 3 monthly check-ins and work sessions with Tara - this ensures the investment you made has follow up and steps that keep you moving toward your goals with excellent support!

 

This package includes:

 

Business Analysis

One Year Strategy + Action Plan

Operational Support Tools and Resources

3 Monthly 90 minute work sessions and consulting with Tara

 

Investment: 

$1500 

with add-on packages and work details available

(tailored to your needs following this initial work)

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If you have a big year coming, or are coming out of a big transition, this is an ideal package to get you back on track, or moving into your new growth project! 

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Call me... 

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Let's get to work!

Business Writing

This service is for any business writing; email standards or IP you wish to develop in written form. 

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Ideal for Not for Profits looking for grant writing support,

busy managers wanting to get their operational 'scripts' down on paper (think training manuals) or create email templates, business requests etc. 

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As one of my clients and best friends wrote to me asking for support on an urgent written document for insurance purposes...

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"Writing is my nightmare - I know you can do this for me Tara and I can get back to my work and have this done!" 

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Please! Don't let writing be your nightmare when I love it so much! 

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Call me... and let's get to work on that writing project!

Contact for More Info 

Let's discuss how the services above,

or a specifically tailored service for you can benefit your business today! 

Connect with me and let's get to work!

Thanks for submitting!

Danika Zinger ~ Client

Spring Place Flora

"I had an idea and the energy to make it happen but felt myself struggling in all directions to execute a plan...
...I am now many, many miles ahead because of Tara's ability to problem solve, nudge me in the right direction and push through obstacles...
Many thanks to you Tara"

Laura Weston ~ Student

Comox BC 

"Despite not having a business background, I walked away from [Tara's] Small Business Fundamentals [course] feeling empowered and confident to start a small business while being aware of the challenges and risks that persist for small businesses."

Brandon Lewis ~ Student

Kamloops, BC 

"[Tara's]experience and wealth of knowledge related to the fundamentals of what makes a successful small business, combined with her instructional focus on skills-based learning, ensures her students walk away with the abilities and confidence to succeed. 100 percent recommended!"
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