The Big Idea Lab

Turn ONE big idea into a real business that makes money—in 6 months.

I work with accomplished professionals who have ideas they’ve been sitting on and help them turn ONE big idea into a real business that makes money. Not branding-first. Not content-first. Not hustle culture. Strategic business building in the right order.

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Charlotte Business Strategist - Charlene Ridley

You have an idea that you haven’t acted on

AND

• You’re already accomplished in your career or craft
• You want a business (not a hobby)
• You’re tired of overthinking and want structure
• You’re willing to make decisions and take action

THIS IS FOR YOU IF…

THE PROBLEM

Why Smart, Capable People Stay Stuck

You’re not stuck because you lack talent.
You’re stuck because no one ever taught you how to:

• Choose the right idea
• Turn it into a sellable offer
• Price it
• Build simple operational structure
• Get clients

Most people jump to branding, websites, or content.

That’s backwards.

The Big Idea Lab starts with the business.

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THE SOLUTION

What The Big Idea Lab Does

The Big Idea Lab is a 6-month business builder where we:

  • Decide what business you’re building

  • Design the right offer for your client

  • Determine appropriate pricing

  • Build the minimum structure to operate

  • Create a simple sales path to first clients

By the end, you have a defined business, a clear offer, and a sales path to consistent clients.

HOW IT WORKS

Phase 1 — Decide The Business
Clarify the idea, audience, and problem worth solving.

Phase 2 — Design The Money
Choose a business model, create the offer, and price it.

Phase 3 — Build The Machine
Set up onboarding, delivery, tracking, and basic infrastructure.

Phase 4 — Sell & Stabilize
Create simple messaging, start conversations, refine based on feedback.

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WHAT YOU WALK AWAY WITH

By The End Of 6 Months You Will Have:

• One clear business concept
• One defined offer
• Confident pricing
• Simple operating structure (includes business model & systems)
• Simple sales path
• Proof of demand or active pipeline

Real People. Real Business Outcomes.

Real People. Real Business Outcomes.

Joy R.

Money & Business Coach

(Former IT Consultant)

Lila D.

Retreat Course Creator & Business Coach

& Yoga Studio Owner

Why Work with Me?

Charlotte NC top business coach
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Charlene Ridley, MBA

I’m a business strategist and builder with decades of experience helping professionals clarify direction, make decisions, and execute.

I’ve spent 25 years leading high performing teams and as a consulting manager creating value for Fortune 500 companies.

I’ve coached hundreds of professionals —helping people move from ideas → decisions → execution.

I’m known for being grounded, faith-filled, and strategic.


Not performative.
Practical.

INVESTMENT

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$9,000

Pay-in full or Pay-in four

$8,500 paid in full

OR

Pay in 4

$4,800 down + 3 monthly payments of $1,600 (paid off by Month 4)

 FAQs

  • No. We clarify and select the idea inside the program.

  • No. We build a simple conversation-based sales path.

  • My values are rooted in faith, and if you ask for prayer or scripture-based guidance, you’ll get it. If not, I’ll still coach you with integrity, empathy, and truth.

  • Small group with weekly sessions and monthly 1:1 direct access and support.

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If you’re an accomplished professional who wants to turn one idea into a real business that makes money