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“Clay is a giving person and cares deeply about the future of kids, families and businesses in the Chattanooga area. I’ve enjoyed working with Clay on a few projects and he’s always willing to go the extra mile to make sure a job is done not just correctly, but exceptionally. I’m proud to call him…

Clay and John helped me with a career change and I can honestly say I could have never managed it without their help. They were there every step of the way, not only to get the process completed, but to pick me up when I questioned myself and to give me direction when I thought…

“Clay and his team have helped me to see the potential my company currently holds and providing me the coaching necessary to obtain my goals. I can already see growth and it is EXCITING!”

PTBP has opened my eyes to the realties of being a business owner. For years I have provided a service and then simply waited on payment. PTBP has unveiled to me how much more there is to successfully operating a healthy and prosperous business. I have personally been fascinated and impressed with how they are…

Here’s the part I like: Gross sales over the same time 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.

“John Ballinger has the ability to inspire, lead others, and work as a team member. His diverse set of skills include: deep bench knowledge of his risk management, aviation and transportation logistics subject matter; strong analytical capabilities; and a keen perception and understanding of the personnel that he encounters in his work. John is hard-working,…

The team at Part Time Business Partners has consistently provided good advice, given clear insight, and planted the seeds of leadership that have helped our company to grow. I know that every time I call, I’ll get sound business guidance. I use them as a sounding board. In turn, they’ve trusted us with their own…

“In a few short months, I have watched my business become more organized, structured and prepared to move forward.”

They have been game changers for our business in several ways, team morale, sales and overall production.

“John has combined his management, insurance, and leadership experience to create a win-win scenario for businesses and product/service providers. He and his team work to use the buying power of numerous businesses to obtain discounted prices on various products and services.”

“They helped me realize how important valuing your employees as assets and how important your VISION is. I’ve learned a lot of valuable information and it is well worth the time and effort. Honorable, caring, successful men who really care about you and your success!”

“Part Time Business Partners helped us reduce the everyday chaos and put us back in control of our business.”

“Clay and John were so helpful and nurturing in their assistance with my business merger. I appreciate their diligence and hands-on approach to guide us through the process of moving our business in a new direction. I can recommend their services with the highest degree of confidence that you will get the help you are…

“The first rule to become a successful entrepreneur is to surround yourself with successful people. You are learning from a diverse group of successful business owners.”

Their experience, talents and system provide the insight all business owners need. I’ve enjoyed working with them over the many years.

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…

“I have owned and operated a tree company in the Chattanooga area for over 7 years. 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…

“Being provided with business coaching from people that actually built businesses for themselves, did a good job and most importantly – made money – is a real blessing. 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.”

“I thoroughly enjoy my time working with John and came to know him as a truly valuable asset to absolutely any team. He is honest, dependable, and incredibly hard-working. Beyond that, he is an impressive critical thinker who is always solution driven. His knowledge of transportation and expertise in insurance is a huge advantage for any…

“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.…

“I have known these guys for years. I have watched them build solid and profitable businesses and more importantly – build teams and leaders. If you are wanting to improve your business or as a leader you should definitely give them a call.”

“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…

I highly recommend Part Time Business Partners for anyone looking to start a business or grow and existing business.

“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.”

Clay has not only helped our business in incredible ways, he also pushes and encourages me to achieve my goals and improve myself weekly. He and his team have given us insight and direction, and we’re on our way to great things since we teamed up with Part Time Business Partners!

“Part Time Business Partners is a great resource for businesses to learn how to successfully improve processes that help them take their company to the next level. I have known one of the partners, Clay Dennis, for years and he has a proven, strong history of growing his business and taking it to the next…