Our Framework
Build healthy leaders who run the business.
We use our holistic framework, 8 to great, to help you scale your business without it depending on you.
“Living Water helped us free up our top-line leaders so that we can work “on” the business more intently. We saw results within a month.”
Where We Start
We assess the four critical areas that determine whether your business thrives with you—or depends on you.
People
We assess the health of your leadership and how your top talent is empowered. Are the right people in the right seats? Are leaders actually leading—or just surviving?
Strategy
Many businesses have a vision but no real path to get there. Without a winning strategy, teams work hard but not necessarily in the same direction.
Systems
Are you operating in chaos, or do you have repeatable systems that free your time and fuel consistent performance? Scalable systems are what turn good intentions into sustainable action.
Customers
How well do you understand who your customers are and what they truly value? Are you delivering on your promises consistently across all touchpoints?
Eight To Great
Our 8 to Great framework combines timeless principles with real-world applications to fuel self-sustaining growth and provide your unique competitive edge.
Foundational Four
We call these the Foundational Four, because the second four are unsustainable if these are not integrated into the fabric of your business. To integrate the Foundational Four well, you must first believe your organization is a living, breathing organism. It needs nourished daily. Starving the organization of the Foundational Four will inevitably choke the rest of your company.
Operational Four
The Operational Four are strengthened by the Foundational Four. Life is given to the operation based on the strength of the foundation.
Here's why this matters: it isn't only about the "who," but also the "how." It's as much about the people as it is about the process. This tricky balance is what we all have struggled with at some point in our business and leadership.
Want a Company That Operates on It’s Own?
You've built a business that keeps the lights on, but you're ready to transform it into the well-oiled machine you've always envisioned.
"Working with Living Water helped us step out of the day-to-day and finally create space to focus on what matters—our team, our growth, and even a little breathing room for ourselves."
Culture Matters
There's a vital part of the 8 to Great that can be easy to overlook: culture. Though it's not one of the eight components, culture is the byproduct of how and why you integrate them into your business.
Culture is not hard to see but can be hard to define. Without a culture that attracts people, you're just another company in a sea of competitors.
The sharks are real, and if you're not careful, the big sharks will take you out.
Here's what it really means for your organization
Nothing speaks louder than the stories of how 8 to great has transformed our clients businesses
"Living Water has been a integral part of our key growth initiatives and they have helped us bring the team together to execute that plan."
Request a free coaching session.
We're here to help you understand what you need to build a business that works without you - starting with a free coaching session with a Living Water advisor. It's your opportunity to discuss what's challenging you most and discover what you can do about it.