Elevating Vision, Empowering Action

Grow Your Small Business Without 80-Hour Weeks

99.9% of U.S. businesses are small businesses but 50% fail by year 5. Not because they lack passion but because they lack strategy. I help business owners bridge the gap between ambition and execution.

Trusted by 100s of SMBs

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Hi! I am Michele Mower and…

TRAPPED

By endless emails, calls, and fires to put out every single day

GUILTY

About missing family dinners because "just one more thing" needs your attention

FOGGY

On what actually moves the needle versus what just keeps you busy

I help founders that feel...

I help founders that feel...

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I'm not for you if you want someone to tell you what you want to hear.
I'm Nebraska kind, not Nebraska nice.

Stop doing everything yourself

Stop Working IN Your Business. Start Working ON It.

I don't sit on the sidelines and just give advice. I am here to elevate your vision and lead your business towards purposeful, strategic growth.

COACHING

See what’s really driving your business – and what’s derailing it – by tapping into the solutions you already have.

COACHING

See what’s really driving your business – and what’s derailing it – by tapping into the solutions you already have.

CONSULTING

Bring strategy to your company mission. I analyze your operations, identify bottlenecks, and create actionable roadmaps for growth.

CONSULTING

Bring strategy to your company mission. I analyze your operations, identify bottlenecks, and create actionable roadmaps for growth.

ADVISING

Strategic support for long-term growth. Think of me as your part-time COO who keeps you accountable and on track.

ADVISING

Strategic support for long-term growth. Think of me as your part-time COO who keeps you accountable and on track.

Your 3-Step Roadmap To
Getting Unstuck

1.

Get Your
Assessment Score

Take our 8-question assessment to identify exactly where your business is stuck. Clear insights into your biggest growth opportunities.

2.

Strategy Deep
Dive Call

Jump on a focused call where we map out your current challenges and create a clear action plan. You will leave knowing exactly what to do next.

3.

Execute
& Scale

While other consultants disappear after giving advice, I stay involved. We implement solutions together, track progress, and adjust as needed.

Real results from real Nebraska businesses

Don't Take My Word For It

What happens when you stop working harder and start working smarter:

John S.

OWNER OF A LINCOLN-BASED CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

"...I went from being stuck in the day-to-day grind to finally seeing the big picture and knowing exactly where to focus for growth."

Sarah T.

Founder of a Boutique Agency in Omaha

"I was working endless hours and my business still felt stalled. Michele's process helped us scale revenue by 30% in the first six months, and I'm finally taking weekends off again."

Sarah T.

Founder of a Boutique Agency in Omaha

"I was working endless hours and my business still felt stalled. Michele's process helped us scale revenue by 30% in the first six months, and I'm finally taking weekends off again."

David R.

Co-owner of a Family Bakery in Gretna

"I was skeptical about consultants, but Michele is different. She got right in the trenches with us and gave us a practical, no-fluff roadmap that actually worked."

David R.

Co-owner of a Family Bakery in Gretna

"I was skeptical about consultants, but Michele is different. She got right in the trenches with us and gave us a practical, no-fluff roadmap that actually worked."

Emily K.

Creative Director & Founder in Seward

"Before Michele, I felt like I was just guessing. Now, every decision is strategic, and for the first time, my business feels like it's truly funding my life, not consuming it."

Emily K.

Creative Director & Founder in Seward

"Before Michele, I felt like I was just guessing. Now, every decision is strategic, and for the first time, my business feels like it's truly funding my life, not consuming it."

Got Questions?
I've Got Answers

Everything you need to know about working with Strategic Edge Consulting and how we help your business grow.

How are you different from other consultants?

I’m one of one, you can’t find me on Amazon. I don’t hand over a report and disappear. I partner with you to guide your next steps so you can move forward with confidence and clarity.

How are you different from other consultants?

I’m one of one, you can’t find me on Amazon. I don’t hand over a report and disappear. I partner with you to guide your next steps so you can move forward with confidence and clarity.

What's included in the assessment?

8 targeted questions that reveal your biggest growth bottlenecks. Takes 5 minutes, gives you clarity worth thousands.

What's included in the assessment?

8 targeted questions that reveal your biggest growth bottlenecks. Takes 5 minutes, gives you clarity worth thousands.

How much does this cost?

Investment depends on your specific needs. During our strategy call, we'll discuss what makes sense for your business and budget.

How much does this cost?

Investment depends on your specific needs. During our strategy call, we'll discuss what makes sense for your business and budget.

How quickly will I see results?

Most clients see value within our first call. Measurable business improvements typically happen within 90 days of implementation.

How quickly will I see results?

Most clients see value within our first call. Measurable business improvements typically happen within 90 days of implementation.

What's the difference between kind and nice?

Nice is unclear. Kind is clear. If you want someone to say everything's okay, I'm not your person. If you want someone who cares to tell you the truth, let's talk.

What's the difference between kind and nice?

Nice is unclear. Kind is clear. If you want someone to say everything's okay, I'm not your person. If you want someone who cares to tell you the truth, let's talk.

Ready To Elevate Your Vision?

Book a strategy call and here’s what we’ll cover: your assessment score, quick wins you can implement immediately, and a realistic timeline for hitting your growth goals.

Trusted by 100s of SMBs

Let's get in touch.

For general inquiries, please find my contact information below.
The fastest way to discuss your business needs is to book a strategy call.

For general inquiries, please find my contact information below. The fastest way to discuss your business needs is to book a strategy call.

First, a Few Quick Questions

Your Business Should Fund Your Life, Not Consume It

Hoping things will get better won’t make things better until you take action.
Take the assessment or book the call. Answers are 5 minutes away.

Your Business Should Fund Your Life, Not Consume It

Hoping things will get better won’t make things better until you take action.
Take the assessment or book the call. Answers are 5 minutes away.

Elevating Vision, Empowering Action

Strategic Edge

CONSULTING

Want insights on growing your business?

© 2025

Elevating Vision, Empowering Action

Strategic Edge

CONSULTING

Want insights on growing your business?

© 2025

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