The document promotes joining the nxo consulting network to become an independent marketing consultant, providing business development solutions to help small and medium businesses grow while earning a premium rate. Nxo consultants have access to training, marketing resources and support from an experienced team to assist their clients. Benefits include setting your own schedule, national partnerships, and profiting from nxo's experience helping businesses thrive.

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2. What’s driving you?
Are you tired of corporate life; frustrated because you don’t have a clear direction?
Do you have the drive to take the leap and join nxo ?
By becoming an nxo consultant you will be your own boss; work with like minded
professionals and be supported by the best in the industry. You can command a
premium rate for your time and earn additional revenue through creative services –
you will profit from our experience!
nxo is a privately owned, strategic marketing consultancy providing business development solutions that
enable companies to grow. The focus is simple - we are committed to establishing nxo as the brand of
choice for aspiring businesses. With over 4.3 million businesses in the UK market, it’s worth taking the leap!
www.nxo.net

3. The vision
“ To make nxo the marketing brand of choice for aspiring businesses...”
The Objective > To be no more than an hour away from any business in the UK market by 2015
Brand Promise > Profit from our experience
Our Values > Collaboration and Co-operation. Honesty and integrity
“ Since launching nxo in 2003 we have seen steady growth and development through the unexpected
interruption of the banking crisis and what followed – the deepest recession in living memory. If ever
there was going to be a relevance test for the nxo business model it was then – we have not only passed
the test; over the past 12 months we have grown by over 20% and now look set to break that growth
achievement in our new financial year.
If you are inspired by what you are about to read and feel that nxo will make the difference to your life,
then you are the person I want to talk to and meet. The power in nxo is vested in its people –
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join me to make the vision a reality - profit from our experience
experience.
Philip Dyer
Chairman

4. Set yourself free... They need your help
There has never been a better time Did you know?
Evidence shows that 67 per cent of > There are over 4.3 million businesses in the UK and Ireland
Small to Medium Enterprise employers > 99% are small businesses
have an aspiration to grow over the > 84,000 new businesses starting up each year
next two to three years, but only > Up to 80% of businesses fail in their first 5 years of operation.
about 20 per cent will actually do so.
Although a number of businesses grow each year, they only grow marginally because of the
Source: Government annual small business survey large number that fail. Just to make matters even worse; out of the 20% that survive their first
They need more customers, increased sales 5 years another 80% of those have disappeared 5 years later. In real terms that’s a staggering
activity and most importantly bigger profits. 24 out of 25 businesses over a 10 year period. They need help!
For many, the problem is that they don’t With organisations such as Business Link and the Regional Development Agencies
know how to do it; they don’t understand the approaching the end of their tenure, it will be left to the private sector to assist the drive to
marketing process. This is where you come in! grow Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and push the UK economy to new heights.
Businesses need help; they need your
experience to show them how to thrive, not just
survive. Our objective is to assist businesses There has never been a better opportunity;
in reaching their potential, encouraging the
business owner to move forward by working on there has never been a better time!
the business rather than in it.
You will be an experienced marketeer looking 67 per cent of SME employers have an aspiration
to set yourself free from the corporate world,
searching for the ideal business opportunity that
to grow over the next two to three years
allows you to create wealth as a direct result
of your efforts. Perhaps you are simply looking 4.3 million businesses in the UK
to work with like-minded people and have the
personal freedom to decide how and when you
want to work.
84,000 new businesses starting up each year
If marketing is your passion, nxo is your future.
...I did!
Craig Torrie
nxo Liverpool It’s that simple;
5 years of year
on year growth what are you waiting for ?

5. The benefits Do you have
The chance to work for yourself, but not by yourself, with the benefit of
what it takes ?
adopting a proven business model with professional back-up and an Experience
experienced resource base. As an nxo consultant you will need at least 10
years of hands-on experience in a marketing role.
You know that when you walk in to see a client you are not on your own, you are part of a national This provides you with the knowledge to advise
network. You will have access to a whole range of services, from research to social networking, clients about their marketing needs. You need
ensuring that you have the confidence to deal with the needs, aspirations and goals of your clients. not necessarily have experience working in an
If you don’t know the answer, being part of the network will give you the confidence that the agency, as training is provided to cover this.
knowledge pool within nxo is at your fingertips. Licence fee
nxo support The nxo licence fee starts at £15,000. There is
> Shared knowledge and experience from like minded consultants no further mandatory minimum investment other
than your requirement for working capital. There
> Experienced Hub team with creative and tactical support
is an average management fee of 10% based on
> Business opportunities through established national accounts your turnover.
> Available corporate collateral
> Ongoing training and support Training
A comprehensive training programme is provided
> Comprehensive operations
to facilitate the successful set-up and operation
> Regular forum to share ideas and best practices face-to-face of your nxo consultancy or business. Training
CRM system takes place at The Creative Hub over an initial
nxo has the latest customer relationship management system which will give you an two-day period. Here consultants learn about
organised view of the people you do business with... the nxo day-to-day operations and the functions
> Generate leads of nxo; followed by ongoing mentoring and
support.
> Target new prospects
> Track sales opportunities
> Measure your business performance
nxo – nationwide partnerships
The Forum of Private Business has a rich history dating back over 30 years; supporting, advising
and driving businesses. Representing more than 18,000 members, nxo is in a unique position as
“ This is a great business; the Hub and
the Network are there to support you in
achieving your goal.
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the FPB’s preferred supplier of marketing services to its UK wide membership.
“ Seeking out marketing support is often confusing for small firms because
there are so many potential strands to the process. That’s why we’ve
partnered with nxo so they are on hand to demystify the entire
nxo,
process for our members and explain -
Jan Kelly
nxo Bolton
in plain English - how they can best
raise awareness of their services with
the maximu m nu mber of
potential customers.
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Phil Orford
chief executive
Forum of Private Business

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> You should have experience in business, marketing or consulting
> Enjoy helping others thrive and be rewarded accordingly
> Be self-motivated
> Have a healthy self-belief and positive attitude
> A driving ambition to achieve your objectives
From our experience these attributes will lead to a successful,
rewarding and lucrative business. Want to
know more?
profit from our
experience Of course you do!
Why not arrange to visit the Hub in Preston,
Take the leap, bring your sit down and have a chat over a coffee and
knowledge and experience and find out first hand about this great business
add it to a growing pool that will opportunity.
benefit the client, the network If you’re interested call Philip Dyer on
and most importantly you! 0870 754 7755 for an initial chat.
Contact us
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0870 754 7755 0870 199 1455
Email Web
info@nxo.net www.nxo.net
Any questions? nxo
PTMC, Marsh Lane, Preston,
Lancashire, PR1 8UQ, United Kingdom
0870 754 7755 nxo - a famous brand in the making!