Your questions answered
Every business is different – like every person who runs one.
I’ve picked out a few questions that you might be asking yourself, and given you the answers which I hope you want to hear.
I’d be very happy to receive more questions from you with (the best could end up published here to help others).
If I haven’t quite answered your question here, do hop on over to the contact page, fill in the form with your questions and I will come back to you.
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I'd like some help with writing content for my website - can you do this?
Yes I can. I’ve been developing web content for 18 years, and have managed a large number of digital projects in that time. It doesn’t have to be a scary thing to deal with, but I appreciate that some of the technology behind it can be intimidating. I’d like to think I can help you make sense of what you need and help you to make sure you get the right thing for your business. I can also help you to plan what you need to have on your site, if this is confusing for you.
I've got to produce some marketing materials for my business but I don't know where to start. Help!
If you need help writing and planning the marketing materials you need for your business, I can help with that. I’ve over 20 years experience working with print-buying and design for publishing, so I can guide you through this if you want a professional finish to your image.
If you already have a designer lined up but you want to develop brand guidelines so that all your materials are consistent, I can do that for you. I have exhibited my own brand at Olympia, so whether you are preparing for a large event or small, I can bring experience of what works and what doesn’t.
Can you help me write a press release?
I have many years experience writing news stories both in-house for companies and also for the press. I can write your press release for you and give you some guidelines for presenting your business story to your local press and media.
Could you train me and my staff to write better for customers?
Yes! Writing clearly and so that people want to read it, is so important. I am able to take on your writing challenges as well as provide some straightforward training and tips which will help you and your staff to gain confidence in writing for customers.
I am a start-up and I need help getting my name and look right. Is there anything you can do for me?
Your business identity is so important it is worth really thinking through what you want to achieve, and who your audience is. I can help you with the thinking, the planning and the design process from conception through to delivery of all the published materials you need as a small or micro-business.
Is it just about writing, spelling and grammar? I don't fancy an English lesson!
No – who does fancy an English lesson? Not me! However, some people might want my writing, editing and proofreading services for checking on any spelling or grammar errors.
But If you are happy with your writing that’s fine, it might just be that the words you are using are not having an impact and the story is not clear for your audience. That’s where I can help through working with you to get the best out of what you have.
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