Take the Guessing Game Out of Decision Making
I help founders and CEOs get past execution plateaus, achieve growth goals, navigate challenges, and mitigate risks.
There are too many good products and services that die on the vine due to missing one or two key execution ingredients.
If you are struggling to hit your metrics while still managing the people side of the business, let’s talk.
The Forecast
An Inside Look at How Successful Leaders Drive Revenue Growth
Learn the secrets of how successful businesses consistently predict and grow revenue.
Imagine how great it will feel presenting to your board when the team is perfectly aligned, everyone knows their numbers, and has a proven process to deliver growth.
It’s not a dream. It can be reality.
Written by Rick Ralston and published by Tela Publishing
Praise for The Forecast
“In a world filled with uncertain business outcomes, The Forecast guides an entrepreneur through a step-by-step process for driving growth. Rick’s engaging storytelling turns the complex topic of financial forecasting into easy to understand leadership lessons.”
Amar Bhidé – Author of the Origin and Evolution of New Businesses.
Founder Testimonials
Madan Bharadwaj
CEO and Founder, M^2
I’ve known Rick for some 15 years, and somehow I always leave every conversation with him learning something new. His 30 years of operating experience and board experience shines through every interaction we have. I particularly enjoy tag teaming with him on business problems and analyzing it from different angles – through a P&L lens, then via a strategy lens and then via a board lens. It is an education!
There is a no-nonsense-brass-tacks sensibility he brings to these sophisticated conversations to cut through the noise and get me to decisions. As an exec dealing with challenging circumstances at every turn, I feel fortunate to have him in my corner.
AJ Centore, Ph.D.
Chairman and Founder, Thriveworks
For over 15 years, Rick Ralston has advised me through a myriad of business challenges.
Whether the presenting issue is related to workforce management, financing, navigating company growth, or anything else, Rick always offers accurate and insightful guidance.
Chad Sandstedt
CEO and Co-Founder, TagniFi
Rick has coached me through many tough decisions by helping me look at them from angles I would not have considered on my own.
His analytical approach combined with his significant industry experience make him an invaluable coach for technology executives looking to take both their company and their management skills to the next level.
After wrestling with a problem, I know I can call Rick for guidance because he has most likely been through the same challenge and knows the path worth taking.
How I Help Leaders Grow And Excel
Diagnose Metrics
Boost your abilities to identify and diagnose metric anomalies and take corrective action
Develop Leaders
Learn proven techniques to develop leaders with one-on-one coaching and mentoring sessions
Inspire Action
Master effective communication and presentation skills to inspire action across your team and board