Your business is a big part of your life but it shouldn’t have to take over all of it. I’m Scott Hardiman, a business owner and coach. I help established owners find clarity, lead with greater confidence and build businesses that work better for them.
The decisions, the people, the customers, the problems. There’s always something else that needs your attention. Even when things are going well, it can be difficult to find the space to think about what you actually want.
You're the person everyone turns to, even for things that shouldn't need you.
You're working hard, but you're not sure the business is taking you where you want to go.
You know something needs to work differently, but you're not sure where to start.
I'm involved in acquiring and operating businesses as well as coaching business owners. I understand that running a business rarely follows a neat plan.
My role isn't to tell you what success should look like. It's to help you work out what matters, challenge your thinking and make useful changes.
More about me ↗Coaching experience and the perspective that comes from being involved in real businesses, not just talking about them.
Alongside coaching, I’m involved in acquiring, owning and operating established engineering and manufacturing businesses. I understand the people, systems and decisions that come with that responsibility.
Coaching should give you room for honest conversations, fresh perspective and practical next steps — without pretending there’s a one-size-fits-all answer.
It's about having more choice in how you run it — and what it makes possible outside of it.
Some owners want to grow. Some want to step back. Others want to enjoy running the business again. There isn't one definition of success that fits everyone.
We start with your definition, then work backwards to what needs to change.
Explore the approach ↗“The goal isn't necessarily to work less. It's to make how much you work increasingly your choice.”
— The thinking behind Beyond the Business
A structured way to connect what you want from life with the way your business actually works.
What do you actually want your business to make possible?
What does the business need to look like to support that direction?
How do your thinking, habits and leadership shape what happens?
What needs to work consistently without relying on memory or constant intervention?
Where can responsibility, capability and trust be developed?
How do you build more choice into your time, energy and future?
“Throughout our coaching sessions, he helped me refine my business goals, improve team dynamics and enhance my leadership skills.”
Carly ListonPartner, TC Group
“Scott helped me gain clarity and a clear plan, and I’m now well on my way to achieving my goals.”
Jon MedlockClient recommendation on LinkedIn
“Scott’s coaching has encouraged me to take the time to reflect on my goals, values and identity resulting in deeper self-awareness.”
Phil RennieManaging Director, Tekserv
My signature 12-week Beyond the Business programme brings clarity, leadership and practical changes together. It’s the main way to work with me today.
See how it works ↗No application or booking calendar. Just send me a message and I’ll get back to you personally.
Let's talk ↗