Today we’d like to introduce you to Sharon Johnson.
Hi Sharon, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
My entrepreneurial journey began during the chaos of COVID-19, right in the middle of a job transition. In that uncertain time, I found myself reflecting on my next steps. A conversation with a project manager sparked a revelation: my extensive knowledge of healthcare could translate into consulting. Offering the expertise I have garnered for businesses as a service. Although I had considered becoming an independent consultant before, the timing wasn’t right. This time, I was ready for a boutique consulting firm.
In May 2021, I launched TRAYNE51 Strategy & Consulting, LLC, marking my first step into entrepreneurship. Fast forward five years, and another change emerged: NHisImage Designs, LLC, a retail start-up offering Christian apparel and gifts, fueled by my faith. Both ventures are rooted in faith-driven entrepreneurship, blending passion with God’s purpose.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Building my business has been quite the adventure, filled with lessons that no textbook could have prepared me for. When I set out to establish my consulting business, the initial setup felt almost like a breeze. However, I quickly learned that the real challenges began once I ventured into the world of networking and client acquisition—two vital components that aren’t often emphasized in business school.
I still remember my first networking event. I walked in feeling equal parts excited and nervous, like a new student on the first day of school. But as the evening unfolded, I realized that every connection I made was akin to planting a seed. Each conversation had the potential to bloom into invaluable opportunities. I learned that strategic networking was more than just exchanging business cards; it was about building genuine relationships rooted in trust. Relationships truly matter in the world of boutique consulting.
But it hasn’t all been smooth sailing. I’m still navigating the waters of client retention, striving to turn those initial projects into ongoing collaborations. It’s a learning curve, but I find that each interaction teaches me something new about maintaining strong client relationships.
Marketing has been another fascinating journey. I’ve embraced social media as a platform for content creation, allowing me to share my insights and connect with a broader audience. It’s an ever-evolving process that keeps me on my toes.
Reflecting on this journey, I realize that every experience, each connection, and even the challenges have been essential to my growth. It’s not just about the service I provide; it’s about the relationships I cultivate, nurture, and the trust I build. That’s the heart of my consulting business, and I’m excited to see where this path leads next.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
With over 20 years in Healthcare Management, my journey has been about providing practice transformation solutions to physician practices and healthcare facilities operationally from within.
What sets me apart is my boutique consulting approach. I prioritize building lasting relationships and embrace agility in my work. I focus on delivering high-quality results, ensuring that my clients meet or exceed their goals and realize significant returns on their investments. Whether it is operational, systems, or revenue cycle inefficiencies, I provide practical and adaptable tools. Turn operations into an advantage.
My mission is to empower healthcare practices, enabling them to achieve not just efficiency but also lasting, sustainable improvements both in their growth and succession phases. And recently, I have expanded the practice transformation solutions to include founder-led small businesses, service-based owners.
Is there a quality that you most attribute to your success?
My faith and trust in God. Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart. Yes, it can be a roller coaster ride with highs and lows; my unwavering faith helps me stay anchored and grounded, leading with my values of compassion, humility, curiosity, gratitude, love, service, human-centered, and integrity. My success is because of Him and my loving, supportive family (George, Rayne, and Trinity).
Pricing:
- Entry Offer (Tier 1) Diagnostic & Roadmap
- Core Offer 1 (Tier 2) Implementation Accelerator
- Core Offer 2 (Tier 3) Performance Management Retainer
- Free Audit Consultation up to 30 minutes
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.trayne51.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-johnson-5919a118
- Youtube: @SharonJohnson-sd1ir
