Structure Sprints

Get unstuck. Get aligned. Move forward.

Fast, focused working sessions to unlock momentum

Feeling off course is draining, but it doesn’t have to be permanent.

When your team is stuck in complexity, spinning on priorities, or unsure what’s next, a long strategy offsite isn’t always the answer. Sometimes all you need is half a day of deep, focused work to reset and move forward with clarity.

Structure Sprints are practical, high-impact sessions designed to solve what’s stuck—fast. Whether the challenge is planning, process, alignment, or structure, the goal is the same: to boost your execution power and get momentum flowing again.

This is for you if…

  • Your company is scaling fast and hitting growing pains
  • Your team is struggling with unclear roles or scattered priorities
  • You're ready to reset after rapid growth, funding, or team changes
  • You're in need of clarity—fast—and don’t want to wait for a “big” strategy day

What we can tackle together

Each Sprint is tailored to your team’s biggest operational challenge—whether you’re untangling complexity, trying to regain focus, or simply craving structure.

PLANNING

Quarter or Year Roadmap

Stop spinning in priorities and get aligned on what really matters. We’ll zoom out to define your strategic focus areas, then translate them into concrete, trackable goals for the coming quarter or year—so your whole team can move forward together.

Deliverables:
  • Review of past year and lessons learned
  • Strategic decision filter moving forward
  • Clearly defined quarterly or annual priorities
  • Action roadmap with milestones and KPIs
year planning, quarterly planning

PROCESS

Mapping & Streamlining

Untangle messy workflows, eliminate inefficiencies, and design smarter ways of working that actually stick. Whether you’re improving an existing process or capturing it on paper for the first time, we’ll bring structure and visibility to the way your business really runs.

Deliverables:
  • Current and future process maps
  • Summary of bottlenecks and inefficiencies
  • Team educated on types of waste
  • Actionable improvement opportunities

ALIGNMENT

Roles & Responsibilities

When ownership is fuzzy and tasks fall through the cracks, everything slows down. This session brings clarity to who owns what, where collaboration is needed, and how your team can operate with trust and accountability.

Deliverables:
  • Visual roles & responsibilities map (RACI)
  • Team agreement on revised roles
  • Ownership and decision-making overview
  • Action steps to close gaps and reduce friction

STRUCTURE

Strategy-to-Execution

Whether you need to translate your strategy into day-to-day execution, bring structure to a new project, or sharpen a proposition so your team and customers understand it clearly, this sprint gets you moving with focus.

Deliverables:
  • Structured framework for focus of sprint
  • Defined strategic priorities or project goals
  • Breakdown priorities into team-level actions
  • Execution rhythm and tracking setup

How it works

Clear structure, focused time, and tangible output, all designed to get you moving forward right away.

  • Sessions are 3–8 hours, remote or in-person
  • Pre-session prep to align on goals and priorities
  • Real-time documentation and practical deliverables
  • Always customized to your situation

What you’ll walk away with

Clarity is only useful if it leads to action. Here’s what you’ll leave with: Tangible and documented outcomes that create momentum right away.

Priorities

Clear decisions on what matters most right now

Structure

Key structures in place for alignment

Ownership

Actionable tasks with clear accountability

Momentum

Fresh confidence to move forward together

What Clients Say

"We were swimming in circles...But luckily, thanks to Tessa, we’re now swimming straight toward our goal again. You know you need to focus—especially in a startup. But the trap of "wanting to do everything" is always there. And yes, we fell into it ourselves for a moment. Fortunately, not for long. But making choices is really hard. With outside help, we managed to get crystal clear on what we’re tackling this quarter—and what we’re putting on hold for now. Thank you, Tessa!"
Carolina Bongers
Carolina BongersFounder Jungle the Bungle
“A goal without a plan is just a wish. During our planning session, Tessa helped me transform my ambitions into clear strategic objectives and actionable projects. The session not only provided invaluable structure but also equipped me with the tools to set realistic goals and turn them into measurable KPIs. The plan is already helping me make significant progress toward my goals.”
Paulien Boone
Paulien BooneFounder KlimaatPositief
“Having created that roadmap together with Tessa was a real game-changer as it gave us clarity, focus and structure. I'm sure that it will help others to feel as inspired and motivated as I felt after our session.”
Vassia Sarantopoulou
Vassia SarantopoulouFounder AntiLoneliness
"The year planning session with Tessa was one of the most impactful and invaluable activities I’ve done for my business. It struck the perfect balance between strategic vision and tactical execution, with Tessa challenging assumptions and offering innovative yet practical ideas. The outcome was a well-defined, actionable roadmap that set clear priorities for the year ahead. I highly recommend Tessa to any entrepreneur or startup leader looking to build a strategic and organized plan for the year."
Karla Calinawan
Karla CalinawanFounder Foundree
“Participating in a Strategic Year Planning Session with Tessa provided me with a clear sense of focus. By physically documenting my plans, I was able to take a step back, evaluate the entire year, and then outline quarterly objectives. In the marketing field, where I am dedicated to meeting the needs of my Fractional CMO clients, it was refreshing to dedicate a 90-minute session solely to my own business goals. This session allowed me to concentrate on developing clear strategies and objectives within my sales and operations, ensuring that I am well-equipped to scale my business successfully.”
Heidi Pope
Heidi PopeFounder Versterken Marketing

Let’s get to work!

If your team needs structure, but doesn’t have time to slow down, this is for you.

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