Services

Small Business Consultation

Starting out or stuck? We work with small businesses, startups, and solo operators across the GTA to get their brand, print, and online presence pulling in the same direction. A design, print, and web team in your corner, minus the full-time hire. Straight talk. A clear next step. Discovery calls are free; paid work starts only after a fixed quote you approve.

Blue Chip offers small-business consultation for Toronto and GTA startups and operators who need branding, print, signage, and website priorities aligned. Engagements typically start with a free discovery call, followed by an audit and a prioritized roadmap with timeline and budget guidance. Recommendations are honest — clients are not required to buy every service in-house.

Consultation for businesses based in Toronto and across the Greater Toronto Area, with phone and in-person options.

Who it's for

  • Day-zero founders choosing what to spend on first
  • Owners with mismatched logo, print, and website
  • Solo operators who need a part-time creative partner
  • Teams planning a launch kit (logo, cards, sign, site)

Common use cases

  • Startup package planning
  • Brand and marketing material audits
  • Website and online presence reviews
  • Vendor and cost-saving advice before a big order

What you get

  • Branding review & recommendations
  • Print & marketing material audit
  • Website & online presence review
  • Startup package planning (logo + cards + signage + site)
  • Vendor and cost-saving advice
  • Clear roadmap with priorities, timeline, and budget

Our process

  1. 1Free discovery call — we learn your business, stage, and goals
  2. 2Audit — honest look at what's working and what's not
  3. 3Roadmap & quote — prioritized plan with transparent pricing
  4. 4Execution — we handle the work, or hand you a plan to run yourself

Typical turnaround: Discovery call within 1–3 business days. Full audit and roadmap typically within a week.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is the first call actually free?

    Yes. Discovery call is free with no obligation. If we move forward, you'll get a clear, fixed quote before any paid work starts.

  • I'm brand new. Is that too early?

    It's the perfect time. A lot of our clients are at day zero — we'll help you prioritize where to spend first (usually logo, cards, simple site, and one good sign) and what can wait.

  • Do I have to buy everything from you?

    No. Recommendations are honest. If something is cheaper or better sourced elsewhere, we'll say so. Most clients bundle with us because it's simpler and usually more affordable.

  • Can you handle business registration or incorporation?

    No — that's outside our scope. We focus on branding, print, signage, web, and marketing. Happy to refer you to accountants and registration services if you need them.

  • How do I start?

    Call 647-458-8928 or fill out the contact form. Tell us about your business and what you're trying to solve — we'll set up the call.