My Blog

I share practical perspectives on marketing, growth, and decision-making based on my work with founders, leadership teams, and agencies.

These posts explore what I’m seeing across retail, direct-to-consumer, and global brands, with a focus on clarity, priorities, and making marketing work harder without adding unnecessary complexity.

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The Real Cost of DIY Marketing

DIY marketing can work brilliantly - when you have strategic clarity. Without it, you're burning time, money, and market opportunities. Learn the three questions that determine whether you should handle marketing yourself or bring in fractional support, and calculate what DIY is really costing your business.

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A guide to different areas of marketing

Marketing covers everything from digital channels and content to partnerships and customer loyalty. This guide explains the main areas of marketing and helps you choose the right mix of methods for your goals, audience, and stage of growth, so your marketing works smarter, connects better, and drives real results.

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Best practices for Social Media Marketing

Discover my best practices for social media marketing to grow your product-based business. Learn how to define your brand identity, showcase products in relatable contexts and build authentic relationships with your audience. I cover how critical it is to analyse engagement, test new ideas and adapt your strategy so social media becomes a powerful tool for customer loyalty and sales growth.

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How to understand the marketing strategy of your competitor

Understanding your competitor’s marketing strategy is essential for any business that wants to stand out. Competitor analysis helps you see how rivals position, promote, and sell their products; revealing opportunities to differentiate your own. My methodical approach shows you what customers value, where competitors fall short, and how you can refine your own strategy to win loyalty and drive sales. Learn how to analyse competitors effectively and use those insights to strengthen your brand positioning.

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What is a marketing strategy framework? 

Discover how a marketing strategy framework can streamline decision-making and foster sustainable growth for your business. Avoid random marketing efforts and achieve consistency and success by prioritising impactful strategies tailored to your business objectives. Partnering with a consultant like me can simplify the process, providing tailored insights and support for long-term success.

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Understanding your audience’s current needs

Have you checked in with your audience lately? Customer needs evolve over time, and it’s essential to stay ahead of these changes to maintain strong connections and effective marketing. In this post, I share how you can identify shifts in your audience's needs by analysing buying patterns, reading reviews, conducting surveys, and more.

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