Marketing Consultant
Expert advice on branding, marketing, and business growth.
A marketing consultant provides experienced guidance when a business or leader needs clarity on what to do next.
Sometimes, it's a case of not knowing where to start. Other times, ideas have already been tried. Agencies have been hired. Campaigns have been run. Money has been spent. Yet nothing seems to stick.
As a marketing consultant, my job is to offer a fresh perspective. I bring over fifteen years of experience across branding and marketing to help identify how to achieve your goals.
The work happens in the sessions themselves. Ideas are tested there and then, decisions are made, and practical steps are defined.
With the right guidance, moving forward becomes much easier.
Sometimes, it's a case of not knowing where to start. Other times, ideas have already been tried. Agencies have been hired. Campaigns have been run. Money has been spent. Yet nothing seems to stick.
As a marketing consultant, my job is to offer a fresh perspective. I bring over fifteen years of experience across branding and marketing to help identify how to achieve your goals.
The work happens in the sessions themselves. Ideas are tested there and then, decisions are made, and practical steps are defined.
With the right guidance, moving forward becomes much easier.
Role
As a marketing consultant, I help businesses see their marketing clearly and decide how to make it work.
Many founders are too close to their own business to see what's stopping them from growing. Ideas become tangled with assumptions, and marketing decisions are made without a clear understanding of the customer. This is where an external perspective becomes crucial.
In our sessions, we examine what is actually happening across the business and identify the problems that are holding back growth. Sometimes that means reviewing campaigns or messaging. Other times it means shaping strategy, refining positioning, or pressure-testing ideas before they are executed.
My role is to bring an outside perspective, challenge assumptions, and help you think clearly.
Many founders are too close to their own business to see what's stopping them from growing. Ideas become tangled with assumptions, and marketing decisions are made without a clear understanding of the customer. This is where an external perspective becomes crucial.
In our sessions, we examine what is actually happening across the business and identify the problems that are holding back growth. Sometimes that means reviewing campaigns or messaging. Other times it means shaping strategy, refining positioning, or pressure-testing ideas before they are executed.
My role is to bring an outside perspective, challenge assumptions, and help you think clearly.
Who
Marketing consulting works best for leaders who want expert guidance while retaining control of the day-to-day implementation.
Typically, consulting sessions are with founders and solopreneurs who currently take responsibility for the company’s marketing efforts. They usually run early-stage startups that are finding their direction, or more established businesses looking for clarity on how to grow.
Consulting works best with those who are open to advice and willing to act on it between sessions.
Typically, consulting sessions are with founders and solopreneurs who currently take responsibility for the company’s marketing efforts. They usually run early-stage startups that are finding their direction, or more established businesses looking for clarity on how to grow.
Consulting works best with those who are open to advice and willing to act on it between sessions.
What
The specifics discussed during sessions vary from business to business, but they always sit at the intersection of branding, marketing, and business growth.
Sometimes the focus is marketing. A founder may want advice on how to generate leads, improve campaigns, or understand why previous marketing efforts haven’t produced results. In other cases the conversation moves further upstream, looking at positioning, messaging, and offers.
Often what appears to be a marketing problem is actually a clarity problem around the brand or the value being presented to customers. Because of this, the conversation often extends beyond marketing alone.
We may discuss pricing, sales processes, customer psychology, or broader growth decisions.
Whatever the topic, the goal is the same: to identify the real problem, test ideas together, and define the steps that will move the business forward.
Sometimes the focus is marketing. A founder may want advice on how to generate leads, improve campaigns, or understand why previous marketing efforts haven’t produced results. In other cases the conversation moves further upstream, looking at positioning, messaging, and offers.
Often what appears to be a marketing problem is actually a clarity problem around the brand or the value being presented to customers. Because of this, the conversation often extends beyond marketing alone.
We may discuss pricing, sales processes, customer psychology, or broader growth decisions.
Whatever the topic, the goal is the same: to identify the real problem, test ideas together, and define the steps that will move the business forward.
How
Marketing consulting takes place through one-hour sessions held via video call.
Clients work with me on a retainer basis that includes a set number of hours each month. The exact amount will depend on what I think you need. For some, that may be a single session each month. Others will need more regular conversations if they have bigger goals or longer-term challenges.
We do all of the work during the sessions themselves. We explore challenges, ideate, and examine the business from different angles to find the answers you're looking for
You're welcome to share materials so I can review them ahead of time and make the most of our time together. Between sessions, you also have access to me via email or WhatsApp.
My ultimate goal as a marketing consultant is to help you think clearly about your business, challenge assumptions, and make better decisions about how to achieve your goals.
Clients work with me on a retainer basis that includes a set number of hours each month. The exact amount will depend on what I think you need. For some, that may be a single session each month. Others will need more regular conversations if they have bigger goals or longer-term challenges.
We do all of the work during the sessions themselves. We explore challenges, ideate, and examine the business from different angles to find the answers you're looking for
You're welcome to share materials so I can review them ahead of time and make the most of our time together. Between sessions, you also have access to me via email or WhatsApp.
My ultimate goal as a marketing consultant is to help you think clearly about your business, challenge assumptions, and make better decisions about how to achieve your goals.
WHY
My approach has been shaped by a career that didn’t begin in marketing.
Before becoming a marketing consultant, I was a professional heavy metal drummer. I learned that every little creative decision you make can change how someone feels. A shift in rhythm can change the energy in the room. A specific melody can lift you up or bring you to tears.
I apply those same principles to marketing. Every decision influences how people perceive you, your brand, and whether they decide to buy.
But there's another important thing to mention. I’ve been building and running businesses myself for more than fifteen years. I know what it takes. So when we discuss marketing challenges, I don’t look at them in isolation. I look at the entire business.
By the end of each session, you'll leave with a newfound sense of clarity that you didn't have before. Problems that once felt complicated start to make sense, and the path forward becomes easier to see.
Before becoming a marketing consultant, I was a professional heavy metal drummer. I learned that every little creative decision you make can change how someone feels. A shift in rhythm can change the energy in the room. A specific melody can lift you up or bring you to tears.
I apply those same principles to marketing. Every decision influences how people perceive you, your brand, and whether they decide to buy.
But there's another important thing to mention. I’ve been building and running businesses myself for more than fifteen years. I know what it takes. So when we discuss marketing challenges, I don’t look at them in isolation. I look at the entire business.
By the end of each session, you'll leave with a newfound sense of clarity that you didn't have before. Problems that once felt complicated start to make sense, and the path forward becomes easier to see.
ENGAGE
Marketing consulting is £250 per hour. My clients work with me on a monthly retainer that includes a set number of hours each month. The number of hours depends on what you need and can be adjusted as needed.
To book a complimentary one-hour initial consultation with me, send a request via my contact form.
To book a complimentary one-hour initial consultation with me, send a request via my contact form.
FAQs
1
What Does a Marketing Consultant Do?
A marketing consultant provides experienced guidance to help businesses make better decisions about their branding, marketing, and growth strategy. They act as an advisor that sits outside the business, helping founders and leaders understand what's working, what isn’t, and what should change in order to achieve their goals.
2
How Much Does a Marketing Consultant Cost?
Marketing consultant engagements vary depending on the level of involvement and the experience of the service provider. You can expect to invest anywhere from £50 to £500 per hour. My fees are £250 per hour.
3
How Many Consulting Sessions Will I Need?
The number of sessions depends on the challenges you're facing and the pace at which you're able to take action. Some clients benefit from a single session each month to discuss ideas and decisions. Others prefer more regular sessions when working through larger marketing or business challenges. After an initial consultation, we can decide what level of support makes the most sense.
4
Is a Marketing Consultant Suitable for a Small Business?
Yes. A marketing consultant often works particularly well for founder-led businesses and startups that want expert guidance without hiring a full-time marketing leader. It allows access to senior-level thinking while retaining control of the implementation.
5
Can a Marketing Consultant Work Remotely?
Yes. I'm a marketing consultant in London working with business across the UK and globally. Consulting sessions are typically held via video call, which allows founders to access expert advice regardless of where they're based. Materials can easily be reviewed via screenshare during the session.
6
What Is the Difference Between a Fractional CMO and a Marketing Consultant?
A marketing consultant typically provides advisory support through individual sessions or shorter projects, helping businesses think through challenges and identify the best path forward. A fractional CMO takes responsibility for leading a company’s entire marketing function and works closely with the leadership team over an extended period of time.