My Blog
Come here to find the latest insights, trends and best practices across retail and consumer marketing.
Enjoy my expertise in bitesize chunks with my opinions and top tips included too!
Embracing collaboration and working with other marketing agencies creates a more valuable result
A key factor in unlocking new clients and projects for HCxConsulting has been to partner with other dynamic agencies and freelancers in the industry, creating solutions-focused teams, built for purpose, with complimentary skill sets.
This approach unlocks the best value for clients, bringing together the best in the industry to help them with their marketing campaigns and projects.
The top 3 most-requested ways to work with me
My focus is to create tailored marketing solutions that drive real results for my clients.
Whether you need help with a specific project, long-term campaign support, or expert guidance to steer your marketing strategy in the right direction, I offer flexible ways to work together that fit your unique needs.
My key strategies for consumer marketing success in retail.
The retail and consumer marketing landscape is constantly evolving, with changes in buying habits, shifts in social platform preferences and new trends influencing our behaviour all the time.
To keep your marketing strategy relevant, targeted and effective you need to review it regularly, understand how your campaigns are performing and evolve with your audience needs.
Here is a glimpse into my approach when creating a successful marketing strategy foundation.
What podcasts inspire you and provoke interesting conversations?
If you are looking for something great to listen to while you are driving or walking the dog then check out these podcasts.
I found them really interesting they challenged my views on how naivety to an industry could be a marketing superpower.
I know how you are feeling…
Confused about where to start with creating a marketing plan, lacking a solid strategy foundation from which to build, scattered ineffective campaigns, and processes which don’t enable your best work?
I know how you are feeling… and I can transform your marketing with HCxConsulting and together we can drive your business growth and impact with your audience.
Can you deliver authentic marketing without understanding your authentic self?
How have my life experiences led me to deliver the type of marketing I do today?
Whether it's being a parent, being involved in a community group, or championing a subject you are passionate about all these experiences outside of work can have a huge influence on how you work as a marketer, and how you understand people and talk to them.
What experiences have you had which influenced the way you work as a marketer?
🗝️ Unlocking the power of connection
The valuable skills and experiences from my past roles provide my customers with a refreshing and exciting way to drive their strategic marketing campaigns.
Recently I’ve had some excellent conversations and insightful guidance from my peers and one of the standout strengths we focused on was how I am the "Ultimate Connector."
What does being the "Ultimate Connector" mean for you as a client?
How does it contribute to the growth and success of your business, project or campaign?"
Do you spend enough time with your customers?
Do you spend enough time with your customers?
The payoff with events may not be huge short-term growth of social followers or new orders for your product or service, but the long-term gains can be incredible.
It allows you to validate your strategy and gain insightful feedback which guides you on a path to sustainable growth and drives loyalty.
What makes a great marketing strategy?
Have you ever been to the supermarket before when you are hungry and don’t have a list?
Did you come out with a basket full of food but nothing to eat for dinner?
This is like creating a marketing activity plan without first building the strategy.
You buy lots of things you like but they don’t create anything useful.
Spending time on your marketing strategy first is essential if you want to build an activity plan which delivers on your business objectives.
Being a brand expert doesn’t automatically make you a marketing strategist.
You know your brand inside out… but you are not sure how to translate that into marketing...
Your customers trust you, your product, and the way you communicate. That trust has built a strong, lasting bond between your brand and your audience.
But when it comes to streamlining your marketing plans and managing campaigns, things can feel overwhelming, right?
Being a brand expert doesn’t automatically make you a marketing strategist. That's where a dedicated marketing consultant can make all the difference, taking your deep knowledge of your brand and elevating it to new heights.
Effective Campaign Management Tips
Are you always working under time pressure to get your campaigns live but want to ensure they reach your audience in a relevant way🙋♀️
I have faced this challenge multiple times.
I am sharing my thoughts on how to really understand the campaign objectives and execute flawlessly.
If you’re looking for a new marketing partner, then I’d love to chat!
Simply, book a free consultation with me and we can find out if we’re a good fit to move forward.