Welcome to Elevate, your private coaching space inside Guided Makers.
Introducing PRIVATE Business Coaching plans to allow for full access to Rachel, Founder of Guided Makers with over 30 years in the apparel industry, working with iconic global brands. Tap into knowledge and expertise across a wide range of topics - business planning, calendar/timelines, finances, product development/sourcing, and more. Book a single call or sign up for month plans (best value!) Access is direct via call or email and can be used in 30 minute increments (with the exception of 1 hour plans)
Looking for more or less time? Send an inquiry to info@guidedmakers.com to work out custom plans.
Gain access to decades of industry experience.
What You’ll Have Access To:
Strategic Foundations
How to set clear priorities and make informed decisions as you grow
How to build or refine your business plan with realistic next steps
How to strengthen brand positioning and communicate your value clearly
Product Development & Sourcing Guidance
How to evaluate materials, vendors, and manufacturing options with confidence
How to mange communication with factories and suppliers
How to plan timelines, anticipate bottlenecks, and stay organized
Guidance on how to manage your own product‑development timelines, plus clarity on when full product development support may be the right next step. (Which Guided Makers can also support)
Brand & Business Support
How to strengthen brand identity and customer experience
How to evaluate opportunities, troubleshoot challenges, and plan ahead
How to build sustainable habits and structure as a founder
Access to Our Full Resource Library
Access to our full library of tools and downloadables inside our members-only page
Guides, checklists, templates, and reference materials covering branding, development, production, operations, and more
New resources added regularly
Meet Your Mentor: Rachel Battarbee
Guided Makers Founder & Owner
Rachel Battarbee, Founder and Owner of Guided Makers, brings decades of experience from global brands like L.L.Bean, Marks & Spencer, and Timberland to support emerging founders. What began as informal guidance for friends evolved into a mission to help entrepreneurs navigate the complex journey from concept to production with clarity and confidence. Today, Guided Makers provides holistic support for brands across Maine and beyond, empowering founders to make strategic decisions and bring sustainable products to market successfully.
Email or Call Whenever Needed
Cancel Anytime
Quick Response Time
Access to Templates
Business Planning, Mentoring, Troubleshooting, and More
Email or Call Whenever Needed Cancel Anytime Quick Response Time Access to Templates Business Planning, Mentoring, Troubleshooting, and More
Frequently Asked Questions
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Elevate is build for brands of any size, who want clearer direction, stronger systems, and a trusted partner to help them move through development and business planning with confidence.
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You select a monthly plan ranging from 1 hour - 10 hours a month in coaching time. You can use those hours however you need. For calls, working sessions, reviews, planning, or problem-solving. Between sessions, you can reach out by phone or email whenever questions come up.
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Almost anything related to building or running your business. Common topics are:
Brand identity and positioning
Business planning and strategy
Pricing, costing, and margins
Production workflows and timelines
Operational systems and organization
If it impacts your business, we can talk through it.
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First select your plan and figure out the time you think you’ll need each month. Then complete the Elevate onboarding form located in our Members Only page. This helps us understand your goals, challenges, and current stage so we can tailor your coaching experience unique to you.
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Yes. Elevate is designed to be a reliable support system. You can call or email anytime with questions, challenges, or decisions you’re navigating. We’ll help you determine whether it’s a quick answer or something to save for your next coaching session.
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Elevate is a fully private, one‑on‑one coaching experience — not a group program. Every session is tailored to your brand, your stage, and the specific challenges you’re navigating. You’re not working through generic modules or competing for attention in a cohort. Instead, you get direct access to personalized guidance, grounded industry expertise, and support that adapts as your business evolves. Elevate blends strategic business coaching with deep product‑development knowledge, giving you a partner who understands the full lifecycle of building a brand from concept through production.
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Memberships are flexible and can be canceled at any time from your account. You’ll retain access through the end of your current billing cycle.