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Not sure if it’s the right time to start a business? This guide helps you assess your readiness, avoid common traps, and take smart, low-risk first steps.

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What Clients Are Saying

  • "I took a chance, tried Gary's coaching and he gave me the confidence and showed me how to start my business... FINALLY!"

    KNIESHIA CUPP - FOUNDER TEACH YHWH
    New Mexico, USA

  • "The business assessment was a great gut check! It showed me exactly where I stood, what I needed to work on, and where to start first."

    SHAWN WARD - REALTOR / AUTHOR
    California, USA

  • "Working with Gary made an immediate difference. We got clear on my ideal client, refined my message, and planned my next steps."

    HONEY TAPIA - CEO PERFORMANCE NOW CONSULTING, LLC
    Washington, USA

Gary is trusted by these institutions where he helps mid-career professionals like YOU succeed.

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I Understand Your Journey…

That’s why I’m dedicated to helping your navigate obstacles and realize your vision—with personalized coaching and proven strategies to guide you every step of the way.

How To Start

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  • Take the Expertise to Income™ assessment to find out if you could actually work for yourself. Answer questions across six key areas and get your personalized score instantly—revealing your strengths, any gaps, and what you need to do next.

  • Your results will show you exactly where you stand across six essential areas: your expertise, market demand, signature offer, income potential, client acquisition, and readiness. Each category gets scored so you can see what's working, what's missing, and where to focus first.

  • After the assessment, you can book the Expertise to Income Accelerator™—two one-on-one working sessions where we design your services, determine your pricing, and show you how to get clients. You'll walk away with a clear plan to turn your expertise into real income.