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The right hand to CEOs and their leadership teams — from someone who has been in your shoes.
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The Right Hand for CEOs and Leadership Teams to Grow.
Move the company forward across strategy, sales, marketing, finance, people and operations—with AI woven into the work.
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AI Must Drive 80% of Your Business.
If you are not doing 80% of your company in AI, you are falling behind. We help you use AI to power expertise, speed and financial performance.
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You Only Sell Your Company Once. Mistakes Last a Lifetime.
Protect the process, avoid costly mistakes and maximize what you have built—from preparation through closing.
Sidekick Changes the Game for CEOs
Don’t ask us — ask the 600+ CEOs we’ve helped. Real companies, real numbers, real outcomes.
“The strategic decisions TLE helped me make saved us over $1 million in 12-18 months.” — Kim P., Strategic Advisor
Meet Michael Dermer
Michael built and scaled a company to 800 employees before selling it. He’s spent the last decade helping 600+ CEOs navigate the exact challenges you’re facing right now.
Sidekick isn’t theory. It’s a proven, operator-led approach from someone who’s been in your seat.
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Two ways to engage.
Choose an ongoing operating rhythm or secure a larger block of Sidekick capacity at a lower effective rate.
Six-Month Partnership
Ongoing guidance, judgment and execution support.
| Monthly Fee | Hours/mo. | Effective Rate | Additional Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| $2,500 | 6 | $417/hr | $450/hr |
| $5,000 | 14 | $357/hr | $400/hr |
| $10,000 | 30 | $333/hr | $375/hr |
Six-month commitment • Unused hours roll forward for up to 60 days • No limit on scope or topic • No limit on who can participate—the CEO, leadership team or employees • Additional hours require advance approval
Committed-Hour Package
Greater flexibility and the lowest effective hourly rate.
| Package | Hours | Effective Rate | Payment |
|---|---|---|---|
| $7,500 | 20 | $375/hr | 50% at start / 50% at 30 days |
| $15,000 | 45 | $333/hr | 50% at start / 50% at 30 days |
| $30,000 | 96 | $313/hr | 50% at start / 50% at 30 days |
| $50,000 | 167 | $299/hr | 50% at start / 50% at 30 days |
Total package committed to secure the lower rate • Pace set with your Sidekick consultant • No limit on scope or topic • No limit on who can participate—the CEO, leadership team or employees • Additional hours require advance approval
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