“Clay and his team went above and beyond for us. They put in tremendous effort to help us evaluate, progress, and leverage our efforts and weren’t afraid to use brutal honesty when necessary. They have a very beneficial system utilizing their talents to help give insight and assistance to any business type. I’ve enjoyed working with them and our time spent with them was very well spent.”

"I HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Clay and his team have coached me in two different business roles over the past 4+ years. In the first role, he helped us grow our business from thousands to millions of dollars in revenue while building systems and processes for sustained profitability. Now, Clay is coaching me through starting a new business. His wisdom, network and real-life experiences are priceless, and I am confident that I would not be the business leader that I am now without his help."

"Clay Dennis has been a tremendous asset to our business. He has helped us triple our revenue in one year! Also, he has helped us get organized, define our processes, and set our culture. I highly recommend Clay Dennis and Part Time Business Partners."

"If you’re like me and put so much effort into your small business that starting over would never be an option, invest in the security of it by calling PTBP. I can guarantee you that Clay will save you more than you pay him monetarily, and what you’ll gain in peaceful nights rest and time watching your kids grow up will be unmeasurable. Without any reservation whatsoever, I highly recommend Clay, and Part Time Business Partners."

"Great having Clay on board for 3 months. He was able to get me straight to the basics of Accounting, something I never really learned, and coached me on better ways to track business results. Clay is gracious with his time, and has a wide reach in the Chattanooga business community. His rate is fair and has something for every size business."

The first time I ever spoke with Clay, it was simply to see if he was would be willing to help me. We talked on the phone for over 40 minutes, and even before Clay officially started helping me, gave me valuable information and validated my ability to get my business on the right track. If you are looking for a kind, empowering, skilled business coach, I can’t say enough good things about Clay Dennis! He provides me worksheets to practice financial literacy, and always answers me quickly when my questions are pressing. Invest in yourself and your business with this company! You won’t regret it, and your future self will be glad you did!

"Clay has worked tirelessly to help us understand what we needed to move beyond our first year with clear goals to propel us into the future. He has been able to link us with other business professionals including someone to improve and upgrade our website, insurance needs, Google reviews and event planning. He has been invaluable bringing direction and leadership to our family which allows each member to focus on strengths within the company. There is now a calm and peaceful feeling among us where before we were all trying to make decisions and stepping on each other's toes. I am so happy we found Clay and I would highly recommend his services."

Clay stepped in to help us move all of our fundraising in house and really helped us move forward in a strong direction. He is great to work with!

We have been working with Clay as our business coach for the last month, and he is awesome. He has gone above and beyond our expectations in this time period. Clay is professional, personable, and gives key insights on business. If you are in business, then you need Clay to help you become the owner you should be. Highly recommend.

Clay has become a trusted advisor and friend. He is an excellent listener and helps me handle some of the challenges of business ownership. If you want to run a more successful, less stressful business, I can't recommend Clay Dennis enough!

"Being in business for 25 years, we have a lots of experience figuring out how to get by and make things work. Enter Clay Dennis... As a result of his expertise, we now have systems in place that make things much more predictable. For the first time since 1997, we have an understanding of how all the moving parts of our business connect, how to set realistic and attainable goals, and how to track our efforts to meet them."

"Clay and his team have been very profession bringing great insight into our company. Especially in the areas of operation and organization. They have done a great job helping us identify areas of improvement and implementing strategies and plans for overcoming those obstacles and growing as a business. We've seen tangible results, 18% increase in profit margin as well as reducing excess costs by 7% and increased revenue by 15%. I would highly recommend Clay and his team. They offer a fresh perspective backed by years of experience and expertise.."

Since my first meeting with Clay, I have a whole new perspective of how to run my business. Through his mentorship, I've gained the tools I need to reach the goals I have for my company to be successful.

"The folks at Part Time Business Partners provide insights that only a business owner could and they have worked as hard at making my business successful as I suspect they did theirs. I’m grateful.”

"Clay reached out to us to learn more about our business and offer some help in ways many small business owners often struggle with. Him coming from a service based business really helps validify understanding what I often struggle with. I feel like Clay truly cares about my business, my needs as a business owner and what stresses me out and he strives to provide help in a variety of ways. Clay and his wife Charlotte have been very instrumental in helping me understand some key business practices with our accounting software and finding some issues we could not get resolved from other business experts. Well worth the experience so far!!!"

"I met Clay by washing his roof and house over a year ago. Clay's business is top notch and you won't be disappointed. If you're looking to grow your business and be a step ahead, call Clay. He's super knowledgeable and friendly and actually cares about your Business."

I've had the pleasure of getting to know Clay and receive his guidance with the two businesses I lead. He's given me specific, actionable, tasks to focus on that help me move my business forward. Plus, he helps me to look beyond the trees to see the bigger picture of the forest and what I actually desire for the growth of these businesses. I know for a fact that I will benefit from his guidance and leadership. He's a true partner, willing to dig into the challenges we all face as small business owners, and help me create plans, goals, and strategies than can work. Partner with Clay today. You'll be so thankful you did.

"The results speak for themselves. Clay helped me achieve a 22% increase in gross profit while improving our management efficiencies in just 7 months! I also made a friend out of it. I would highly recommend Clay to anyone willing to do the work."

"Clay has been extremely diligent in working with me and my team to get all of our systems and processes tightened up to prepare for growth. He has a strong ability to take the things we have learned organically over the years and help to build written processes. Additionally, he has helped us get focused on the key indicators in our business that are already making us more profitable."

Working with Clay has been great. In a short time, we have gained tremendous clarity and firm direction within Printing Image. Would recommend Clay to seasoned or newer business owners looking to formalize the structure of ownership and running a company.

"We are so excited to see how much growth our business has had this year! 37% increase in gross sales compared to 2022; 16% increase in net profit; but the most exciting part to us is that Clay helped us learn to delegate more (without losing money!) so we could step back from the day-to-day operations and breathe a little better. We hired more employees, promoted existing ones, and had a 65% increase in payroll costs, yet we MAINTAINED our gross and net profit margins from 2022, even with the added expenses. As a business owner, it's common to feel like you never truly get a break, but we have worked the least amount of hours this year and made the most money to date. We could never be here without the guidance, support, and encouragement we had from Clay this year. We are honored to know him and incredibly grateful.

Clay has helped us tremendously in strategically planning for the next 5 years. We’ve developed a consistent pricing structure and developed new products to bring to the market. I give him top marks for candor, insight, and wisdom. I’ve been owner of two successful companies and known several people who called themselves business coaches.They never impressed me…but Clay is the real deal! He’s been a top business owner and coaches from actual practical experience. He didn’t buy a coaching “business in a box” but shares real world lessons that he learned the hard way. Clay is well worth meeting and sharing a cup of coffee. You’ll see how easy he is to talk with and how he genuinely cares for you and your success!

"Clay has been the Ace Card I didn't know that I needed. He's generous and patient as he works with emerging business owners like myself who seek steady, yet REAL growth and success. Always thoughtful, professional and 10 steps ahead, I can count on his insight and resourcefulness to help me know just how to think through the hands I've been dealt. Plus the fact that he's approachable and a great listener makes me highly recommend him."

"Part Time Business Partners helped us assess problems and where they were actually coming from in our video production business. Clay did a remarkable job at slowing it down, breaking down the processes, quickbooks and accounting, and showing us the true numbers and costs behind our business we hadn’t been able to see before. After working with them, I feel confident that I understand where we are, that I know the right steps for moving forward, and I feel like I have a killer coach in my corner."

"Clay Dennis is a highly skilled coach, intellectually nimble to guide those across various industries in a transformational experience. His sessions are carefully planned and customized to your unique needs and situations. He brings a thoughtful approach, providing insightful guidance and advice specific to you. He takes great care and patience with delving deep into the details, often opening the dialogue to explore new aspects that you have never thought of. Highly recommended!"

We started working with Clay because we were ready to take the next step in our growth, and he’s exceeded every expectation. He’s helped us gain a clear understanding of our margins, which has completely changed how we make decisions. On top of that, Clay has a real gift for spotting issues early and guiding us through smart, practical strategies to address them. His support has made a noticeable impact on our confidence and our overall direction. Highly recommend him to anyone serious about growing their business.

"Clay and his team have helped us get the right people and systems in place, and the know-how required to keep them going. We are pouring more concrete than ever! Clay helped us to develop make-sense KPIs for each position and now we are seeing our gross profit nearly DOUBLED!"

Working with Clay Dennis has been a transformative experience. One of Clay’s most impressive strengths is his ability to quickly understand businesses that are vastly different from his own background. Clay also demonstrates a keen awareness of what truly matters to business owners. He listens carefully, asks the right questions, and always keeps the owner’s priorities at the forefront of his approach. What sets Clay apart even further is his clear desire to drive positive change—and do so quickly. If you're looking for a consultant who can adapt across industries, understands the pressures of ownership, and is committed to fast, meaningful progress, I highly recommend Clay Dennis.

All day, everyday the best ideas for truly growing your business! Clay Dennis is personable, relatable, knowledgeable, and an amazing coach. I highly recommend him for growing your business to the next level. He has done wonders for us.

Working with Clay has been a great experience. He took the time to learn all about the business model and processes at my 5 franchise locations, and he even spent time getting to know the staff with some 1 on 1 meetings. He relayed some staff feedback and helped me to take the next steps to improve our culture as well as our processes and KPIs. The most eye-opening aspect of my time working with Clay was the emphasis on tracking total payroll as a % of revenue and making small adjustments when needed to keep that % in a healthy and sustainable range. Whatever your primary pain-point is, Clay will first help you identify it, and then he'll work with you to remove it or at least improve it. Clay has definitely helped to put me on a trajectory for success this year. Thanks Clay!

“Although we have been blessed with a good crew and a plentiful customer base, I was struggling with helping my business get to the next level. Clay and his team have helped me to build a strong foundation and guide my business in a better more profitable direction. As a small business owner, I often feel overwhelmed by the responsibilities that plague me from day to day and it is a relief to know these guys are here to help.”

I started a business this year, and Clay has already given me so many tools and strategies to get started RIGHT. I feel so much more confident with him in my corner!

Clay is wonderful to work with. He is intentional and provides constant value in all of my businesses. He not only provides strategies and insight on how to improve my businesses in every aspect, but he also provides mentorship and friendship. Give Part Time Business Partners a call ASAP, you won't regret it.

"Clay and his team have helped me tremendously grow my business! The thoughtfulness, advice, and learning from their own failures is so valuable. Clay’s expertise in systems, and mapping out your goals made a huge impact on how I make decisions. Let’s be honest, working “on” your business instead of “in” your business takes a lot of sacrifice, but man is it worth it!"

Clay with Part Time Business Partners did a fantastic job coaching our vacation rental business! Clay went above and beyond to provide exceptional service, coming and meeting with the entire team in person each week, and even setting aside time to actively listen to each of our employees prior to giving us advice. We were looking for support in aligning our business goals, mission statement, and company values, and Clay stepped in to guide us in the right direction. Our establishment of clear company values and a mission statement has been fundamental in setting a solid forward-looking vision for our company.

We truly appreciated how Clay was available after hours to bounce ideas off of, including on weekends, in addition to the sessions we booked. We will continue working with Clay to further refine our business process and operations at our company, and would highly recommend him for other business owners looking for quality coaching!

We started working with Clay in an effort to help our business get to the next gear. Growth is difficult to accomplish, but Clay brings a wealth of knowledge and support. He has helped us focus on key areas to directly impact profitability. He has also become a friend and someone who offers advice related to handling complex situations. I highly recommend Clay to anyone wanting to see their business grow - he will help you find the places that need oil to ensure things run smoothly.

"We hired Clay and his team a few months ago to help us professionalize some of our systems and procedures. I have been so amazed at the progress he has helped us make in a relatively short time. He is thoughtful, responsive, and very patient with us. His advice and mentorship have changed our business and the experience of our team and clients that are a part of it indefinitely!"

Working with Clay has been a game-changer for both my business and personal growth. His ability to quickly identify challenges, provide clear strategies, and hold me accountable helped me gain immediate clarity, confidence, and momentum. I'm thrilled to report that my team's productivity has increased by 37% since we started! On a personal level, Clay's guidance has been invaluable. He has taught me how to relate to and engage my agents on a much deeper level, helping them develop their own accountability while still being empathetic. This has allowed me to help each agent develop at a much greater rate. I cannot recommend Clay enough.

"Clay has unveiled how much more there is to successfully operate a healthy and prosperous business. He’s given us the tools to increase our sales by 17%, while increasing our margins by 14 percentage points!! PTBP is a great investment for any business owner. The help, guidance, and insight you obtain from their service is immeasurably valuable."

Clay has been working with our business for about 7-8 months. Weekly KPIs have empowered our staff to work hard towards their goals, and KPIs also validate their hard work. Through working with Clay, we have become more organized; our staff has become more accountable and works more efficiently. Tracking our finances weekly is so valuable. Our GM is holding steady, and we have seen an increase in timely payment of our invoices. We can't say enough good about Clay and the value he has brought to our company. We highly recommend Clay at Part Time Business Partners.

Clay aptly named his business for what he is…a great part time business partner that helps small business owners get on the right track and helping them to understand their numbers/kpi’s/sow/core values and mission. I learned so much from the three months of working together and highly recommend to anyone else looking for clear direction to take their business to the next level.

Clay at Part Time Business Partners has been incredibly helpful in reshaping our understanding of our business, sales, and margins. His strategic guidance on increasing margins has been invaluable. Most importantly, he helps you develop a business mindset that is crucial for success. Highly recommend!

“Over the past few months, I’ve gleaned pragmatic approaches to my business and built incentives directly related to productivity. I’ve organized my goals and I’ve refined my vision with clarity and purpose. Without the collaborative work of PTBP, these things would’ve remained in a foggy cloud of mere intentions.”

"Last year I was a mess – disorganized, stressed out, not sure where I and the company were headed. Clay helped me straighten out my books, figure out where my money was being spent, developed a new website, etc. Here’s the part I like: Gross sales over the same period last year: Up 48%. Net profit: Up 40%. Profits are up, and my blood pressure is down. I couldn’t recommend them more highly."

"Most business owners have products and/or services that they obsess over, but, neglect the vehicle to get it to the people (the business itself). Clay has a knack for helping guide us business owners to give said vehicle the attention, love, and maintenance it deserves. His help continues to produce and I am super grateful."

"As a business owner, there are times when you get stuck in a rut with the way you operate your company. We hired Clay to address a few concerns we had. Over time, we've been able to work on fixing a number of broken processes and lay out a new path so the company can move forward and grow. Each time we've met, Clay has consistently provided good advice, given clear insight, and quided us on a number of pressing issues. From time to time, we use his company as a sounding board. In turn, they've trusted us with their own clients through referral and stewarded both those clients and our team well as we work together for mutual gain. This is how business relationships should be."

Hiring Clay to partner with us was a great decision for our three companies. Over the last 11 months, Clay has helped us take control of our books, helped us create goals for each department and tracking systems to help hold people accountable. Everyone here now knows what's expected of them and reports their progress or status each week. Its exciting to have a clear vision of where our businesses is going to be in the future, and Part Time Business Partners has helped us achieve that!

"Working with Clay is not like working with any other advisor. He is personally invested in your success both on a business and personal level. His program structure is based on your needs not a predesigned format. He is very open minded, and I never feel like my goals are not relevant or that my questions are stupid. Clay’s calm demeanor is always supportive and encouraging. He goes above and beyond to assure you have the tools and knowledge to be successful and meet your goals."

"This year, Inheritance Construction wanted to step up our business game and learn how to grow. A friend recommended Part Time Business Partners. We are so grateful for the time, practical business experience and genuine care that Clay shared with our team. We learned about margin, KPI’s and so much more. Our business experienced its best year to date! Don’t delay, call Clay!"

Clay has provided great business coaching to us. Since hiring Part Time Business Partners, we’ve increased year over year revenue by 27% and our gross profit is up an amazing 47%! We are very grateful for the changes that he is helping us to implement. If your business is stuck in a rut or you have come to the end of your ideas, Clay can help you to get unstuck and bring in new perspectives. I highly recommend his service and expertise.

I highly recommend Clay as a business coach! He is very insightful and has helped me see a broader perspective in my business. He has guided me in crafting meaningful core values and a stronger mission statement, bringing clarity and focus to my work. Additionally, his expertise in pricing strategies to improve profits has been invaluable, helping me to make better financial decisions.

Working with Clay has been one of the most impactful decisions we’ve made for our business. From the very beginning, he took the time to understand not only our immediate goals but also our long-term vision. The insights and strategic guidance have been instrumental in helping us scale our operations efficiently and sustainably. What once felt like putting out fires daily is now a much more organized and forward-looking operation. Thanks to Clay’s expertise, we’ve experienced measurable growth—without the need to add more workflow. In one of our service categories alone, we’ve seen a 77% increase in average sales. If you're looking for a consultant who brings not only knowledge and experience, but also a genuine investment in your success, we highly recommend Part Time Business Partners

“PTBP has helped us develop best business practices and processes necessary to take our retail operations to the next level of performance. They have a ‘boots on the ground approach’ and have given us very genuine personal service. They are not satisfied until they know their clients are showing success with what they have developed. Their diverse expertise has greatly helped with our broad range of needs.”

Since working with Clay, our businesses were able to accurately identify problems that have helped us make tough, but needed decisions for the growth of the business. Our financial accuracy is also better than ever!

Clay is the ultimate Business Coach. In the short time my partner has been working with him, I have seen significant improvements in productivity, focus, management processes and growth. It is amazing how quickly his methods have shown results. Anyone seeking this type of service should talk to Clay before moving forward with someone else.

Clay is very knowledgeable in the business world. We work very hard in our family business to take great care of our guests as well as our team members that make our business what it is. He spent a lot of time with me and has helped us see areas in our business where we are doing better than we thought we were as well as areas where we can sharpen the sword. I’m grateful for his input! Thank you, Clay!

I have been in business for over 20 years, and the more it has grown, the more I felt out of control. I was referred to Clay, and it's hard to explain the transformation that I've experienced from his guidance and coaching. He has helped me develop multiple KPI's, financial accountability, and a simple way to track every department of my business.

Profit percentages have increased by double digits, and I feel like I am piloting this plane with a clear view of all the instruments I need to make corrections before things get out of control. The profit increase has surpassed the cost, but the sense of being in control that I have gained is priceless.

"Clay helped us set goals, challenged us to think outside of our norms, and found several critical areas that helped us improve profitability. He’s understanding, caring, and genuine. I can’t recommend him enough."

"I’m a relatively young business owner and gaining some insight on ways that I can improve my business through budgeting, tracking and implementing new systems and processes are just the beginning of how Clay Dennis has helped me out! I look forward to continuing building a relationship with him as you can tell he genuinely cares for people and has a passion for helping businesses grow and thrive! Can’t say enough good things about this man and his work!"

"Clay is the real deal, he’s behind the ones he helps 100 percent. He believes in our vision and has great plans to help us grow and great ways for us to execute that grow with real life plans for real life results. I would recommend him 10 times out of 10."

I brought a laundry list of items to Clay that I needed help working through as a relatively new owner of an established business that was experiencing a changing business model along with growth and expansion. Clay used his years of experience to take me through what I would call a mini-MBA and helped me develop a plan to run the business in a more effective and efficient manner. I now have better tools for managing the business and have been able to free up financial resources to address the needs of a growing business. Clay is now a friend and trusted resource that I know I can come back to when the business faces future challenges.

Clay is very knowledgeable and helpful. I highly recommend to any business owners looking to grow, organize, and help their business. Our business has grown a lot over the years, and he has helped us put to paper parts of the business such as a clear org chart, detailed job descriptions, and helped us start tracking KPI's for our operations that were there, but never clearly written out. Clay's knowledge and direct coaching style has helped remove a lot of friction in our business growth.

Working with Clay at Part Time Business Partners has been an absolute game-changer. As a small business owner, it’s easy to get bogged down in the day-to-day operations and lose sight of the bigger strategic picture. Clay stepped in and provided the exact leadership, clarity, and fractional support I needed to streamline operations and focus on growth.

Exceptional Business Coaching - Results That Speak for Themselves. I began working with Clay Dennis at Part Time Business Partners in January 2025, and the transformation in my business has been nothing short of remarkable. Clay’s expertise and strategic guidance have been invaluable in scaling my operations and maximizing profitability. In just four months of working together, my business profits have increased by an impressive 86%. This wasn’t luck – it was the direct result of Clay’s methodical approach, practical insights, and genuine commitment to his clients’ success. What sets Clay apart is his ability to cut through the noise and focus on strategies that actually move the needle. He doesn’t just offer generic advice; he provides tailored solutions that fit your specific business model and challenges. His wisdom comes from real-world experience, and it shows in every recommendation he makes. Clay is more than just a business coach – he’s a true partner who invests in your success. His guidance has been priceless, and the return on investment speaks for itself. If you’re serious about taking your business to the next level, I cannot recommend Clay Dennis and Part Time Business Partners highly enough. Thank you, Clay, for helping me unlock my business’s true potential!

If you want to stop working IN the business and want to start working ON the business then give Clay and his team a call! They have revolutionized our company and I can't say enough about how bright our future is because of Clay. In just under one year of working with Clay as our coach, we've made significant changes in our organizational structure, created accountability measures for our leadership team and the results are astounding! Revenue is up 10.96% year over year, while gross profit is up 65.30%! Growth is happening, expenses are down, profit is up and most importantly, my life isn't crazy anymore..... Thank you Clay and team!