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Most owners do not have a strategy problem. They have a doing problem: the plan exists, the whiteboard is full, and the month still disappears into urgent work. Making It Happen is the Simple-Growth program built for that gap. It is a self-paced video masterclass, priced at $297 (one payment, instant access), with a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Last updated 10 November 2026.

Disclosure. Simple-Growth sells this program. Everything about its contents and price below comes from the live sales page, read on 9 November 2026. Results vary and are not guaranteed.

What it covers

The sales page lists six areas: beating procrastination, productivity systems, prioritizing, implementing strategy, building accountability, and getting things done. It includes pre-made templates, a key points summary, real-world examples and Kevin's tips. It is written for ambitious small-business owners in the United States and New Zealand.

The context: tools are not the constraint

Business owners now have more tools than ever. The US Census Bureau's Business Trends and Outlook Survey found that 19.8% of US firms reported using AI as of May 3, 2026, and that less than 20% of firms with four or fewer employees reported using it. The point is not about AI. It is that having access to something and building it into a weekly routine are different things. Implementation is a skill, and it can be learned.

Who it suits, and who should skip it

It may suit you ifYou may want something else if
You know what to do but keep not doing itYou are not sure what the real constraint is (start with a free call, or Know Your Future at $497 to define destination and roadmap)
You run your business solo or with a small team and have no one holding you to accountYou need a team-wide operating system with a coach on site
You want templates and a repeatable weekly routineYou want live, one-on-one feedback (book coaching instead)
You prefer to learn at your own pace for under $300You have already used a productivity method for 90 days and it works

How it compares

OptionTypical shapeBest when
A productivity bookLow cost, self-directedYou are disciplined and need ideas
Making It Happen ($297)Video masterclass, templates, summary, 30-day guaranteeYou need a structure for execution
Quick Wins ($97)15 fast ways to grow salesYou need quick sales ideas first
Know Your Future ($497)Vision, workbook, roadmapYou need direction before speed
One-on-one coachingScoped to your businessYou want accountability and judgment on your own numbers

A 30-day plan

  • Week 1: Watch the first modules and choose one result that matters this quarter.
  • Week 2: Set up the prioritizing template and block two protected hours a week for that result.
  • Week 3: Add an accountability check, with a partner, an advisor or a weekly self-review.
  • Week 4: Review what moved, decide what to keep, and decide whether you want help beyond a program.

If it has not been useful, the page says to ask for a refund within 30 days.

Quick answers

How long does it take? The page does not state a total running time. It is self-paced.

Is it only for US owners? It is written for ambitious owners in the US and New Zealand.

Is there a guarantee? A 30-day money-back guarantee. Results are not guaranteed.

Not sure it is the right step? Book the free 30-minute call.

Not sure if Making It Happen is your next step? Start with a free conversation.

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