Services + Rates
Scroll to see examples of some of the business development and writing services I offer, or select a topic to jump to that section. Please note that I do not provide marketing services unless it is a part of an over-arching business plan we develop.
All contracts require a detailed RFP or a phone discussion to hash out the scope of work.
business development
mission, vision, values + goals
​Not ready to work on a full business plan? Start with these foundational pieces.
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Find clarity in mission and vision
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Articulate the values that drive your approach
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Develop goals for your business which are aligned with your personal goals and aspirations
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Write compelling and authentic messaging
equity + social good
I will help you learn how to ensure your business activities are contributing to social good and are equitable and accessible. If you are looking for support in making a significant shift in your business' culture, I highly recommend you work with Prospera Partners.
risk + opportunity assessment
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Determine the organization's resources and capacity
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Identify weaknesses and challenges & develop solutions
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Can include help with identifying and overcoming limiting beliefs that have contributed to challenges.
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Identify your strengths and potential opportunities
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Develop strategies to capitalize on those
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business development writing
articles of organization + bylaws
My support with writing articles of organization or bylaws will help you save money by reducing the work your attorney will need to do. (though these documents should not be submitted without an attorney's review.)
business plans
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For start-ups and organizations that have experienced significant change.
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My support can include:
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Developing or refining Mission, Vision & Values
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Market research (on industry, competitors, and target audience)
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Risk and opportunity assessment
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Budget development
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Marketing and Sales Strategies
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strategic plans
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For well-established businesses and nonprofit organizations.
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The process should include engagement and participation of board members and staff
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My support can include:
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Risk & opportunity assessment
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Facilitation of group discussions
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SMART goals (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely goals, objectives, and benchmarks)
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Action plans with specific tasks needed to achieve the primary objective or key performance indicators
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business document writing + systems improvements
contracts + agreements
Should be reviewed by an attorney prior to use.
employee training manuals
good manufacturing practices
internal communications systems
standard operating procedures + process documentation
toolkits
Toolkits help translate theory into practice. A toolkit is a collection of curated resources that provides practical advice, guidance, and information that help the audience learn about a particular issue and identify approaches for addressing them.
business planning testimonial
"Alexis has given me more with this expansion than my vision. She’s given me the chance to expound on why I do what I do and how I can grow to heights I’d never before imagined possible. Alexis is gifted at helping small business owners authentically communicate their “why,” their dreams, goals and aspirations. Within the first days of our working together, Alexis began to share with me the insights she had about what gifts I bring to my business and how to stand even stronger within my passion and dedication to my work. Out of that level of clarity and authenticity comes focus and direction, magic and manifestation, peace and enjoyment; all within the comfort of knowing that my dreams have a treasure map to follow straight to all my highest wishes, goals and financial targets.
With Alexis at my side, I am more comfortable than ever - knowing I’ve got someone on my team who will guide me through the woods where sometimes unexpected challenges arise and also surprising joys and ownership experiences. Because of Alexis, my business is taking entirely new shape and my vision is more clear than ever. I’m less overwhelmed by the details and minutia that goes into growing into a full-fledged practice. I have only started my journey of expansion and growth of my clinic with Alexis and the results are already clear and measurable. Her work is refining the optics of my business both online and in-person. I’m more confident than ever when I talk to people about what I do and that I’m a business owner. I rest easy knowing that I’ve found the best business consultant I could have ever hoped for.
If you’re ready to take your business to the next level and get out of feeling stuck or unclear about how to move forward, Deer Heart Consulting is the answer you’ve been waiting for."
Pete Gurule (d)
Resonance Massage & Bodywork (closed)
rates for service
New Mexico's economy has been built from the hard work of small business owners like you. Nearly 96% of businesses here are small businesses. And a significant percentage of these were self-funded or lacked access to loans.
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Support and guidance in business should not be limiting due to price and so I my rates are accessible. I am also willing to create a payment schedule that works for you.
project based
Flat Rate
Rates vary based on the scope of work and timeline of the project. In some cases I can charge an hourly rate, which can range from $25/hour to $150/hour. I provide a quote after we have a video or phone chat.
on-going support
Hourly or Retainer
If the scope of work necessitates regular check-ins, being on-call, and/or 3 or more months of consistent involvement, I may require a retainer paid at the start of each month. In certain circumstances, I am able to charge an hourly rate.
The deer has economic and spiritual significance in both Choctaw and Scottish cultures. It is the deer that provides sustenance, clothing, and a means of trade. For the Choctaw, the deer also signifies compassion. And both cultures see the deer as a reminder of cyclical patterns, regeneration, resilience, restoration, healing, growth, and guidance.
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And though both cultures hold these ideas of the deer, I chose the name Deer Heart specifically because the Choctaw people embody these ideas. They walked the Trail of Tears knowing they would face hardship and death but they had a vision of health, balance, and rejuvenation for the Choctaw people. They show us what is possible when you are resilient through dark times and develop an ability to quickly adapt to change. A mere 4,000 people survived the walk. But the Trail of Tears did not destroy them. It made them more compassionate and giving. And now they are the third largest tribe in the United States, with over 200,000 enrollees located around the world. Their resilience and adaptability, combined with compassion and love of fellow man, allowed the Choctaw Nation to thrive despite the great adversity they faced.
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I try to follow in my ancestors' footsteps by having my work begin from a place of compassion. My intent is to help small business owners find resiliency and develop strategy that allows them to adapt to change. I want to help members of my community overcome the struggles they face, restore their passion for their work, and develop the tools they need to not just survive dark times, but come out of it stronger.