Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ - About Virtus Strategic Management Group
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What does Virtus Strategic Management Group do?
We fix broken service organizations. We specialize in operational turnarounds, leadership development, and culture resets for small to mid-sized service businesses. Our approach combines hands-on operational restructuring with leadership coaching to deliver measurable results in 30–90 days.
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What industries do you serve?
We primarily work with service-based organizations including automotive, hospitality, healthcare, trades, transportation, parking, retail, and logistics. Our expertise is strongest in automotive service operations, but our frameworks apply across any service business with frontline staff and complex workflows.
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What makes Virtus different from other consultants?
We don't just give advice, we build systems and execute alongside you. Our approach is grounded in real operational experience, not theory. We deliver clear SOPs, accountability frameworks, and performance systems that your team can actually use. Most importantly, we get results fast: measurable improvements within 30–90 days.
FAQ - Services & Approach
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What services do you offer?
Our core services include:
-Operations consulting and turnaround management
-Leadership development and coaching
-SOP creation and implementation
-Organizational restructuring
-Culture resets and accountability systems
-Performance management frameworks
-Strategic planning with measurable KPIs
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How do you assess my business?
We conduct a structured operational audit that includes on-site observation, workflow analysis, leadership interviews, and a full operational walkthrough. We document your processes, check policy compliance, identify inefficiencies, and review staffing, scheduling, customer touchpoints, and key metrics. You'll receive a diagnostic report in 10–14 days with root causes, quick fixes, and a prioritized 30–90 day action plan.
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What does a typical engagement look like?
Most projects follow this timeline:
Week 1–2: Discovery session and operational assessment
Week 2–3: Diagnostic report and proposal delivery
Week 3–4: Contract finalization
Implementation: 30–90 days depending on scope
We structure our work around clear milestones with defined deliverables at each stage.
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Do you work on-site or remotely?
Both. We serve Alaska (especially Anchorage and Southcentral) with on-site consulting, and we offer remote consulting nationwide. Most engagements include at least one on-site visit for the initial assessment, with follow-up support delivered remotely or through scheduled site visits.
FAQ - Pricing & Contracts
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How much do your services cost?
We offer three pricing models:
Hourly consulting for short-term needs
Project-based pricing for defined initiatives
Monthly retainers for ongoing operational leadership
Pricing depends on scope, complexity, and timeline. After our initial discovery session, we'll provide a detailed proposal with transparent pricing.
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What are your payment terms?
We require 50% upfront as a deposit, with milestone or mid-project payments, and final payment at delivery. All terms are clearly outlined in our contract, including scope boundaries and our formal change-request process.
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What if I need to cancel or change the scope?
Our contracts include clear cancellation terms and a formal change-request process. If your priorities shift or you need to adjust the scope, we'll work with you to document the changes and adjust timelines and pricing accordingly.
FAQ - Working Together
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What size businesses do you work with?
Our sweet spot is service businesses with $1M–$20M in annual revenue and 10–100 frontline employees. You're big enough that operational chaos creates real problems, but small enough to move quickly and see results fast.
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How many clients can you take on at once?
We don't have a hard limit on simultaneous engagements. Each project is structured with clear timelines and deliverables, so we can manage multiple clients without compromising quality.
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What do you need from me to get started?
Honest answers, access to your operations, and commitment to follow through. We'll need to observe your workflows, interview your leadership team, review your current processes, and understand your goals. The more transparent you are about what's broken, the faster we can fix it.
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What happens after the project ends?
Many of our clients (60%) continue working with us through monthly retainers for ongoing support, performance tracking, and continuous improvement. We also offer structured check-ins and follow-up engagements to ensure your systems stay on track.
FAQ - Results & Implementation
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What kind of results can I expect?
You'll see measurable improvements in 30–90 days. Typical outcomes include tighter workflows, clearer accountability, improved customer experience, reduced errors, stronger leadership follow-through, and better team performance. We define success metrics upfront so you know exactly what to expect.
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What if my team doesn't follow through?
This is common. We address it by assigning clear ownership, setting structured accountability checkpoints, and providing ongoing support. Our SOPs and systems are designed to make compliance easier than non-compliance. We also coach your leadership team on how to hold people accountable without creating resentment.
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Do you provide training for my staff?
Yes. Our SOPs double as training tools, and we can provide hands-on coaching for your leadership team. We also offer workshops and leadership development programs as separate engagements.
FAQ - Getting Started
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How do I schedule a consultation?
Click the "Schedule a Free Consultation" button on our website, or contact us directly. We'll set up a discovery session to discuss your challenges, goals, and whether we're a good fit.
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What happens during the free consultation?
We'll discuss your current operational challenges, what you've tried so far, and what success looks like for you. This isn't a sales pitch, it's a strategic conversation to determine if we can help and how.
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How quickly can you start?
Typically within 2–4 weeks from initial contact, depending on scheduling and the complexity of your situation. If you have an urgent operational crisis, we can often move faster.
Still have questions?
Contact us at info@virtussmg.com or schedule a free consultation. We're here to help you build structure, clarity, and results.

