Welcome to The Small Business Hotline
Don't Make Big Decisions Alone! The SBH is a high-impact, on-demand service staffed by former corporate professionals—strategists, operators, and leaders—who’ve escaped big business and are now focused on helping small businesses grow.
A Simple Model
Real help, when you need it, from people who’ve done it before. Built to move fast. Priced so you don’t have to second-guess whether it’s worth it.
Unbiased Advice
This is human-to-human help, delivered by people who’ve been there, done it, and genuinely care
Save Time and Money
No marketplaces. No guesswork. No sales pitches. Just trusted Escapee Experts who listen, guide, and help you move forward—fast
You have questions, WE have answers
Growing a business comes with tough questions:
- Should I hire a head of sales?
- What’s the best marketing strategy
- Which technology should I invest in?
- Do I need a CFO?
- How do I optimize staffing levels?
- Is it time to bring in a recruiter?
At The Small Business Hotline, we will match you with a highly experience mentor that has extensive expertise in the area where you have questions.
Our mentor team is comprised of corporate escapees—seasoned professionals who left the 9-5 grind to give back and help small businesses succeed.
Programs and Pricing
Finally: Unbiased, On-Demand Business Help for Owners Who Are Ready to Grow You don’t need long-term hires, expensive consultants, or another agency. You need smart, experienced support—right when you need it. Our Escapee Experts have delivered inside the biggest companies, led teams, built systems, and solved real problems. They bring the perfect blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution
Big Decision? Book a 1:1 Expert Escapee Session
$375
Per 1-Hour Video Session
Actionable and unbiased advice from escapee experts who have solved these problems on the largest stages
Personalized guidance for your specific challenges
Bring your most pressing business question
Actionable insights in 60 minutes
Includes 30-day access to the Escapee Help Desk (for async follow-ups)
Money-Back Guarantee: If you don’t find value in your first session, your payment will be refunded—no questions asked.
On-Demand Escapee Experts for Growing Businesses
$695
Unlimited Monthly Video Sessions
Unlimited 30-minute video sessions with experienced Escapee Experts
Unlimited Slack-based support for quick questions and gut checks
Access for you and your leadership team
Personalized matching so you always connect with the right person
A real person who knows your business and tracks your progress
Money-Back Guarantee: If you don’t find value in your first session, your payment will be refunded—no questions asked.
Avoid the Overhead—Grow with Escapee Experts, Not Employees
Customized
No Cost to Find Your Escapees
One Contract- Flexible Resources- One Rate
Single point of contact for your expert team
Ideal for ongoing support to tackle challenges, plan strategies, or scale operations.
Escapees brought in at the right time for the right jobs
Flexible resourcing—no long-term contracts
Money-Back Guarantee: If you don’t find value in your first session, your payment will be refunded—no questions asked.
Get Started in 3 Easy Steps
1. Get Your Growth Readiness Scorecard
Complete the Growth Readiness survey and we will send you a personalized Growth Readiness Scorecard for your business
2. Schedule a FREE Mini-Strategy Session
We will review the results of your Growth Readiness Scorecard and develop and high-level action plan for your business
3. Book Your 1st Session!
Schedule your first 1:1 virtual session with an expert. Don't forget you also get unlimited chat support during the month
A Few of our Escapee Experts
Matt Payne: Sales Enablement
Shannon Carriere- HR & Employee Management
Christine Maniacek: Talent Acquisition Strategist
John Arms: Marketing Strategy & Execution
Mary Claire Mandeville: Sales Marketing
Brandon Mateika: Growth Specialist
Michael Haynes: Professional Services Growth Specialist
Emily Einolander: Copy Writing Specialist
Paul Shirley- Optimization Advisor
Frequently Asked Questions
How is The Small Business Hotline different than other consulting or training companies?
We believe in empowering owners (and their staff) to make better decisions on strategy, staffing and other investments. We aren't selling you anything. We are educating and guiding.
How much does your mentoring service cost?
We are keeping our offering as simple as possible. The more you use our mentoring service the more you will save.
How do you handle scheduling and logistics for your mentoring sessions?
We use an online scheduling platform that allows clients to book sessions at a time that is convenient for them. Our mentors are flexible and can accommodate clients in different time zones or with busy schedules.
How do you select and vet your mentors?
We carefully vet all mentors in our community to ensure they have extensive experience and a successful track record in various functional areas of business. Our mentors are corporate escapees who have worked for large companies and have over 20 years of experience. They are now focused on helping small businesses grow
How will you measure the success of your mentoring sessions?
We collect feedback from clients after each session to measure the effectiveness of our mentoring sessions. We use this data to continuously improve our services and ensure customer satisfaction.
What resources or tools do you provide to support your mentors?
We provide our mentors with access to a library of resources, tools, and best practices to help them deliver high-quality advice and guidance to our clients
Can I switch mentors if I’m not satisfied with my current mentor or my questions have been answered?
Absolutely! We designed the program to meet you where your needs are. The model is built to give you access to talent and knowldge in the areas you need it, when you need it. We want you to leverage our network of talent.
Still have questions?
Drop us a note. We are happy to answer any questions!