What exactly happens on the call? You set the agenda. We look at your rates, clients, outreach, and workflow together. I identify the real bottleneck, often not the one you came in thinking it was, and we build a prioritized 90-day plan for what to fix first, what to ignore, and what actually moves the needle. You leave with specific next steps and a full recording and transcript.
Is this going to be a sales pitch for the coaching program? No. There is no pitch during the call. This is a working session focused entirely on your business. If coaching seems relevant I'll mention it, but the call stands on its own.
How is this different from the Business Reality Check? The Reality Check is an algorithm that maps all 12 systems. This call is a human conversation that goes deep on 2-3 pain points. Many people do the Reality Check first to get the full picture, then book a call to work through the results.
Is 60 minutes enough to actually help? Yes. Most engineers leave with a completely different understanding of their bottleneck and a specific plan. The call doesn't fix everything, but it shows you the thing you can't see because you're inside it.
Is $400 worth it for one conversation? If you're stuck, second-guessing decisions, or unsure where to focus, this call usually saves months of trial and error. It's the only product where you can say 'here's my weird, specific, complicated situation' and get a custom answer in 60 minutes.
Can Michael actually help with MY specific situation? International market, niche genre, side-gig, career transition: yes. I've done hundreds of these calls across every situation. $100 from this call also applies toward One-on-One Coaching if you decide to go deeper.
I already know my problem. Do I still need a call? Usually, yes. Most engineers come in thinking the problem is one thing and leave realizing it's something else. The value isn't information. It's having someone outside your situation name what you can't see from inside it.
What do I need to prepare? Nothing is required. But the more context you bring (your rates, project volume, client mix, current pain points), the more targeted the plan will be.
What if I want to do One-on-One Coaching after? $100 from your Strategy Call applies toward One-on-One Coaching. Many engineers use the call to get clarity first, then move into coaching with a head start.
What if I'm not ready to buy anything yet? Start with the blog. It's where most people realize I'm speaking their language. Read a few posts, see if the way I think about this career matches how you experience it, and go from there.
