Meet Mark Preston
Your Growth Partner, Not Another Consultant
I Help Founders Like You Grow Smarter - Without the Waste
If you're like most founders, you started your business with big ambitions.
You wanted to create something meaningful - a business that gives you freedom, purpose, and the ability to make an impact.
But... somewhere along the way, things got a little messy.
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You tried to grow by hiring agencies, running ads, buying tools, and following advice from so-called experts.
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You poured money into marketing campaigns that didn't deliver.
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You spread yourself thin trying to do everything, yet it never feels like enough.
Sound familiar?
Here's the truth...
You don't need more tools, more agencies, or more complexity... You need a true partner who's as invested in your growth as you are - without draining your resources or money.
That's where I come in.
Who I Am
I’m Mark Preston - Founders Growth Partner, Digital Growth Speaker, and Author of Customer Growth Unlocked.
For over two decades, I've been in the trenches helping founders, start-ups, and small businesses grow.
I've built companies from scratch, scaled them to national brands, and seen first-hand how waste silently destroys potential.
I've spent my entire career focused on one mission...
To help founders create sustainable, profitable growth without wasting time, money, or energy.
This mission is the red thread that runs through everything I do.
It's not just a philosophy - it's how I think, how I work, and how I partner with people like you.
Why I'm Not a Consultant
I'm not a consultant, and I don't sell services or charge monthly retainers.
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Consultants give advice and then walk away.
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Agencies execute tasks without truly understanding the business at its core.
Neither model works for founders who need real, lasting transformation.
Instead..., I take a different approach...
I partner with founders directly through my Founders Growth Partner Model.
Here's how it works...
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I step into your business as a true growth partner, not an external advisor.
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I own a minority equity share in your company - which means my success is directly tied to yours.
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I don't charge fees or retainers. Instead, we both win only when the business grows.
This model ensures that every strategy, decision, and action we take together is built to drive meaningful, measurable growth without the waste.
Why Founders Choose to Partner With Me
Most founders are surrounded by people who sell services... not outcomes.
My partnership model is different because it's...
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Fully Aligned With Your Success - No retainers. No hidden costs. No wasted spend. I succeed only when you succeed.
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Streamlined and Focused - We strip away the noise, distractions, and wasted activity so you can focus on the few things that truly matter.
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Hands-On and Strategic - I'm not here to just give advice... I roll up my sleeves and work alongside you to make growth happen.
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Built for Early-Stage Founders - This approach is specifically designed for start-ups and local businesses that need expert-level growth support without the heavy financial burden.
The Growth Without The Waste Red Thread
Everything I do... from writing books, delivering talks to founder-led audiences, to my direct partnerships - is driven by Growth Without The Waste.
This isn't a catchy slogan or marketing line... It's the principle that guides every decision, every strategy, and every piece of advice I share.
It means...
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Every action we take must deliver clear, positive impact.
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Every pound spent must move your business closer to sustainable growth.
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Every strategy must be simple, streamlined, and focused on outcomes.
When you adopt this philosophy... your business stops feeling chaotic, and you gain clarity, control, and the freedom to build a business that serves both your customers and your life.
Author of Customer Growth Unlocked
I'm also the author of Customer Growth Unlocked, a book packed with 101 fictional founder growth stories designed to help founders like you solve common customer growth challenges.
Each story reflects a real-world growth problem you may be facing right now - and gives you practical, actionable solutions to overcome it.
The book embodies the Growth Without The Waste mindset, showing you how small, smart decisions can create massive impact without unnecessary cost or effort.
Who I Work With
My partnership model isn't for everyone.
It's built specifically for...
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Early-stage start-ups ready to scale but unsure where to focus
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Local businesses looking to grow beyond their town or city
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Service-based business founders who want a clear, simple growth plan
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Entrepreneurs who are tired of wasting money on strategies that don't work
If you're ready to take action and truly commit to growing your business (without the waste), we may be a great fit.
How to Take the Next Step
I partner with only a small number of founders to ensure every business gets the focus and energy it deserves.
If you believe your business has untapped potential and you're ready to grow smarter, not harder, here's what to do...
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Explore the Growth Without The Waste Framework to understand the principles behind my approach.
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Get clear on your goals and what you want to achieve in the next 12 months.
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Browse through my existing growth partnership portfolio to get a sense of the true value of partnering with me.
Why This Matters to You
As a founder... every wasted pound, every wasted hour, and every wasted decision moves you further away from the business you've always wanted.
You don't need to do this alone.
With the right business partner by your side... someone who shares your vision and has a proven track record of building streamlined, sustainable growth - you can finally break free from the chaos and create a business that thrives.
Let's grow your business together - without the waste.