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Get everything on the table
We talk, gather the useful background and work out what needs solving. You do not need to arrive with every answer neatly packaged.
How we work together
Good work starts with a good working relationship.
You know your business. I know how to ask the questions that get the useful stuff out of your head and turn it into clear, strong marketing.
We’ll talk honestly, make decisions together and keep the work moving. You’ll know what’s happening, what I need from you and what comes next.
Clear. Collaborative. Moving.
What working together feels like
Clear. Collaborative. Moving.
Good marketing work needs context, deep conversations and space to think properly. That's why we always start with strategy. It also needs someone keeping an eye on the whole thing.
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Clear
You’ll know what I’m working on, what I need from you and what happens next. If something changes, I’ll tell you early.
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Collaborative
You bring the inside knowledge. I bring the outside perspective. We’ll talk through the decisions and make sure the work feels right for your business and your customers.
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Moving
I’ll keep the project moving, flag anything that needs attention and explain my recommendations. You won’t need to chase me to find out whether the wheels are turning.
Will I email you every day?
No. You do not need a daily update telling you I opened a document and stared at it thoughtfully. You’ll hear from me when there’s something worth knowing, deciding or reviewing.
How the work moves
A clear path. Stepped out to get it done.
Every project is a little different, because every business is. But the rhythm stays pretty consistent. We get the useful information out, find the direction, agree the work and make it happen.
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Find the direction
I research, review, ask more questions and identify what matters most. This is where the shape of the work starts becoming clear.
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Do the work
I develop the strategy, structure, copy or content and explain the thinking behind it. You will know what you are reviewing and why. Block out your time for workshops and reviews.
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Refine and release it into the wild
We sharpen the work, check the details and get the final version ready to use. Then I make sure you know what happens next.
We agree timings upfront. Dates sometimes move. Feedback takes longer. Someone important suddenly goes on leave. Business happens. We talk about it early and adjust the plan.
A good working partnership
You bring the inside knowledge. I bring the outside perspective.
The strongest work combines both. Bring what you know, the half-formed thoughts and your honest reactions. We’ll wrangle the gaps together.
Your side of the desk
You bring
- +What you know about your business
- +Your customer, team and industry context
- +Honest answers and reactions
- +Useful background, examples and proof
- +Timely decisions from the right people
- +An early heads-up when priorities change
My side of the desk
I bring
- +Better questions
- +Customer perspective
- +Strategic judgement and commercial thinking
- +Pattern spotting and dot joining
- +Stronger words and structure
- +Clear recommendations and the occasional polite challenge
- +More than 25 years of marketing experience
Your knowledge plus my curious brain creates marketing that fits your business and potential clients choosing you.
Feedback without the weirdness
Something feels off? Tell me.
You can be honest with me. You do not need copywriting language or a perfectly reasoned critique. Give me context and I can use it.
A perfectly useful starting point
“This isn’t landing yet.”
Then tell me what you expected, what feels wrong or what your audience still needs to understand. We can work out the rest together.
Help me see what you’re seeing
A little context gets us much further. You might tell me:
- 01“This doesn’t sound like us because…”
- 02“Our customers will need more detail about…”
- 03“This feels too formal, casual, vague or complicated.”
- 04“The main idea still isn’t clear to me.”
A first draft has a job
It tests the direction, structure, tone and message. It is not the finished piece - it's like a test. I’ll tell you what stage it is at and what I need you to focus on.
Five reviewers? Choose one feedback wrangler.
They gather the comments, resolve any contradictions and confirm the final decision. This saves crossed wires and five different opinions about the same heading. And did I mention AI - please don't get it to review our work. It doesn't have the same context or decision making process we've been through.
Working together FAQs
The practical questions.
These are the things people usually ask before we begin a marketing strategy, website copy, LinkedIn or content project.
Do I need to have everything ready before we start?
Bring what you have. We’ll gather the useful background, talk through what is missing and wrangle the gaps together. Half-formed ideas, old documents and notes scattered across several folders are all valid starting points.
How involved will I need to be?
You bring the business knowledge and key decisions. I keep the work moving. I’ll need you to share useful background, answer questions, review the work and give feedback at the agreed stages.
How do feedback and revisions work?
Your proposal will confirm the revision rounds included in the project. When I send a draft, I’ll explain what stage it is at, what to focus on and when feedback is due. Please gather comments in the agreed place. If several people are reviewing, one feedback wrangler keeps the final direction clear.
What happens if the project scope changes?
We talk about the change before extra work begins. If you need additional pages, deliverables, meetings, revisions or stakeholder support, I’ll explain what is involved and confirm any extra cost first.
What happens if our timeline needs to move?
We adjust the plan together. Dates can shift when information arrives late, feedback takes longer, priorities change or an important person goes on leave. Tell me early and I’ll explain what the change means for the project timeline.
Can you work with my team or other suppliers?
Yes. I can work with your internal team, web developer, designer and other specialists. We’ll agree on responsibilities, decision-makers and handover points at the start so everyone knows who is doing what.
How does payment work?
The payment schedule depends on the size and type of project. I’ll set it out clearly in your proposal before we begin. Most projects use one of three options:
- Payment upfront: The full project fee is paid before work begins.
- Commencement fee plus staged payments: You pay a commencement fee to secure the project, followed by staged payments or a final balance.
- Monthly retainer paid in advance: Retainer fees are paid upfront for the month ahead.
If the scope changes or extra work comes up, I’ll explain what is involved and confirm any additional cost before continuing. No surprise invoices.
How do you use AI in client work?
I use AI to support the work, never to replace the thinking you hired me for. It may help me organise information, explore options, compare angles or speed up repetitive tasks. The research, customer understanding, strategic decisions, judgement and final responsibility stay with me. I treat private business information carefully and will not knowingly upload confidential or sensitive information into public AI tools without your permission.
What happens when the project finishes?
You’ll receive a clear handover. I’ll confirm what has been completed, where the final files live, how to use or implement the work and what should happen next. Where useful, I’ll also arrange a follow-up after the work has been launched or used.
Can we continue working together after the project?
Absolutely. If ongoing marketing, LinkedIn or content support makes sense, we can agree on the right rhythm. For ongoing clients, I share what is ahead, what I’m working on, what I need from you and the patterns or opportunities I notice along the way.
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