Business Advisory | Commercial Rate

Experienced + qualified local business advisors

At The Business Centre, we’re here to support business owners at every stage, whether you’re just starting out, scaling up, or looking to refine your strategy.

Our Commercial Rate Business Advisory service gives you direct access to our experienced advisors for personalised, one-on-one guidance tailored to your goals.

Sessions are available in-person in the Hunter Region, online and via the phone!

Key Program Information

Cost

From $200 per hour

Location

How it Works!

Our Business Advisors are highly skilled professionals who have each run their own business and are passionate about helping our clients succeed.

Our Customer Journey Concierge will match you with the advisor best suited to your needs and preferences, and will organise your session for you.

Before the meeting, your advisor will be briefed on your business and the topics you’d like to discuss, ensuring your time together is focused and productive.

You will receive:

  • Expert advice on strategy, marketing, finance, operations, and growth

  • Practical, outcome-focused support that helps you take clear next steps

  • Access to our network of trusted business specialists and industry connections

  • Guidance tailored to your business, not generic solutions

  • Access to our library of toolboxes and canvases

Whether you need a single session to workshop a challenge or ongoing support to keep you accountable, our advisors are here to help you move forward with confidence.

This rate is set to cover the cost of delivering the service and not to make a profit, ensuring we can continue providing quality, one-on-one support with our experienced advisors.

Pricing

One off Session

$250 per hour (inc GST)

$140 30-Min quick check in (inc GST)

Session Bundle

$800 for 4 hours (inc GST)

Meet our Advisors

Booking Policy

  • Sessions are available online via Microsoft Teams, In-Person or by phone.
  • A $50 appointment holding fee is required at the time of booking to confirm your session.
  • This fee is credited toward the total session cost.

  • Bookings can be made directly with our team.
  • Once confirmed, you will receive a booking confirmation email with session details.
  • A tax invoice will be issued upon payment for your records.

If you are running late:

  • Please get in touch with us as soon as possible.

  • Sessions will finish at the scheduled time to respect other bookings.

Rescheduling & Cancellations

  • We understand that plans can change. If you need to reschedule or cancel your session, please notify us as early as possible.

  • Rescheduling:

    • You may reschedule your booking up to 12 hours prior to your session at no additional cost.

  • Cancellations:

    • Cancellations made within 24 hours of the session are non-refundable.

    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before your appointment, the holding fee is non-refundable.
    • If you cancel more than 24 hours in advance, the holding fee will be held as a credit for a future session (to be used within 3 months).
  • If you fail to attend a booked session without notice, the holding fee is non-refundable.

The Business Centre Cancellations

  • In the unlikely event that The Business Centre needs to cancel or reschedule your session, you will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer your booking to another available time.

Still not sure if this program is right for you?

Give us a call on 02 4925 7700