Frequently Asked Questions

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Established service, construction, and trade businesses with real operating history, measurable economics, and enough scale for operational improvements to matter.

 No. In many cases, the visible problem is only a symptom. Fjordwake’s role is to help identify the constraint actually driving the result.

A focused diagnostic that identifies the main operational constraint limiting performance, determines its impact where the evidence supports it, and provides a prioritized correction path.

 Ownership can implement the recommendations independently, engage Fjordwake for a 45-Day Action Plan, or move into a longer-term advisory relationship when appropriate.

 A defined implementation roadmap, ownership and responsibilities, KPI review, milestone tracking, advisory support during the 45-day period, and an end-of-engagement comparison review.

Yes. Retainer Advisory is a 6-month minimum engagement for businesses that need continued implementation support, performance review, operational problem-solving, and ongoing constraint analysis.

No. A business can be healthy and still benefit from better profitability, predictability, owner independence, or preparation for a future sale.

 Yes. Fjordwake offers a Seller’s Readiness Package to organize the information a broker or buyer will request, and an Acquisition Readiness Diagnostic to evaluate how the business is likely to be viewed during diligence.

No. Fjordwake is not a business brokerage and does not represent buyers or sellers in transactions. However, when appropriate, we may offer to make introductions within our network between business owners and potential buyers or other relevant professionals who may benefit our clients.

Start with the Advising or Exit Planning form, depending on what you're trying to accomplish. We'll review the information before speaking with you so the first conversation can focus on your business, your objective, and whether Fjordwake is actually a good fit.