Buffer Time

Build flexibility into schedules with strategic buffer time allocation.

Avoid delays with built-in time buffers.

Reduce stress from overlapping tasks.

Improve planning and time allocation.

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Introduction

Buffer time is extra time scheduled between tasks to account for delays or unexpected interruptions, reducing stress and overruns.

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Ewoud Uphof

Solid Growth helps B2B service companies scale — not with random tactics, but with clear systems that align marketing and sales into one predictable growth engine. Built on 13 years of hands-on experience — helping teams move from firefighting to predictable, repeatable revenue growth.

15 years experience

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1,500 marketers trained since 2015

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Find and fix what’s slowing your team down. This free scan assesses your marketing, sales, and automation setup, giving you clear recommendations to improve efficiency and eliminate bottlenecks.

Identify the biggest blocker holding back your growth
Get personalised insights and actionable quick fixes
Option to book a free call for tailored tool stack advice

Compound Growth Programme

A structured, hands-on programme designed for teams that want to fix bottlenecks, systemise execution, and scale growth predictably.

Video course

Compound Growth Course

Master Compound Growth at your own pace—perfect for individual marketers and consultants who want a structured, repeatable way to grow.

Learn how to build a scalable growth system
Apply the four growth engines step by step
Create compounding revenue over time

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