The3rdGear

Business Coaching & Performance Systems That Grow Small Businesses in Australia

Build a business that runs smoothly, grows predictably, and doesn’t rely on you. For over 20 years, The3rdGear has helped established Australian businesses improve performance through structured management systems, operational control, accountability frameworks and strategic execution.

20+ Years Consulting Experience

Proven Business
Growth Framework

Used by 100+
Australian Businesses

Measurable &
Trackable Results

Your Business Has Grown - But It’s Become Harder to Manage, Not Easier

Many business owners reach a point where growth slows or stops not because of effort, but because the business lacks the systems, structure, and team capability needed to scale.

If you’re facing any of these challenges, you’re in the right place:

These are the exact issues our business coaching and performance improvement system solves.

Sustainable Results Come From the Right Structure

Our clients want better performance, less stress, and a business that’s truly scalable.
Here’s what The3rdGear helps businesses achieve:

The3rdGear Performance Management System

Built on our proprietary Q-PAS (Quality & Performance Assurance System) framework, developed and refined over more than 20 years, The3rdGear helps established Australian businesses improve performance through structured management systems, accountability, operational control and strategic execution.

The system integrates:

This is not theory — it is a practical, proven, repeatable business management system that produces measurable results.

How The3rdGear Improves Business Performance

Step 1

Business
Diagnostic Review

A detailed assessment of your business performance, systems, team capability, and opportunities for improvement.

Step 2

Custom Business
Improvement Blueprint

A tailored roadmap that outlines your highest-impact strategic and operational priorities.

Step 3

Implementation,
Coaching & Support

We work with you and your team to install systems, improve performance, and drive growth — backed by expert coaching and management support.

Real Results From Australian Businesses Using The3rdGear

Darren Andrews
Darren AndrewsGB Electrical
25 year old electrical business achieves 100% increase in turnover .
Robbos Tyrepower
Robbos TyrepowerGrant Roberts
"Your system and what we learnt made a huge contribution to us achieving national dealer of the year"
Rustic Touch
Rustic TouchTony Turner, Director
100% Increase in turnover on their previous best year
Mr Catering
Mr CateringRob Body, Director
From 'barely breaking even', working 7 days, to highly profitable with weekends off.
Marquis Bathroom Products
Marquis Bathroom ProductsPhillip Gray, GM
Dramatic business turnaround combined with successful father to sons management handover
Newcastle Home Staging
Newcastle Home StagingPatrick Pasfield, Owner
Effective Strategic and Operational planning created a brand new, highly profitable business off-shoot within 6 months
Book Group Australia
Book Group AustraliaTim Lockery, Managing Director
Strategic and Operational planning helped launch a new brand and product offer that wrote $1.2 Million in sales in its first 9 months of operation and is now a household Australian brand name.
Artform Kitchens
Artform KitchensCraig Hutchings
Able to run under management while increasing turnover by 50% in less than 2 years
Valley Hydromulch
Valley HydromulchPaul Clarke
30 Year old civil works business achieves 78% increase in turnover with all operations systemised within 18 months.
The Chriss Group
The Chriss GroupAndrew Chriss
From 2 stores to 5 stores in 3 years! And better family relationships all round – 825% increase in profit
2k Container Services
2k Container ServicesKeith Kimmins
A combination of strategy, operational systems improvement and team development over 18 months = 750% increase in turnover, more than 1,000% increase in profit.

Why Australian Business Owners Choose The3rdGear

1. Proven Framework — Not Guesswork

Our system has been refined over two decades and delivers measurable improvements.

2. We Improve Teams and Systems

Most programs focus on one or the other. We integrate both for maximum performance.

3. Built for Real Businesses, Not Theory

Everything we do is practical, actionable, and suited to growing Australian companies.

4. We Reduce Your Workload

Our goal is to help you step out of day-to-day operations, not get pulled deeper in.

5. ROI-Focused, Measurable Outcomes

Clients see improvements in profit, performance, and operational control.

Book a Free Strategy Call
Get Clarity on Your Next Steps

This call is perfect for business owners who want to:

You’ll walk away with insights and a clear action plan – whether we work together or not.

Quick Enquiry

The Next Level of Your Business Starts Here

Take the first step toward predictable profit, a stronger team, and a smoother-running business.