Marketing For Small Businesses Who Don't Have Time To Figure It Out Themselves
Freelance Marketing Consultant for Small Businesses Across the UK
I help small business owners and start-ups who are great at what they do, but feel a bit lost when it comes to getting visible online.
Whether it's a new website, getting found on Google, creating a brand that actually reflects who you are, or just feeling more confident with social media, I help you figure out what's broken and how to fix it. No jargon, no extortionate agency fees - just straightforward advice about what actually works to bring in customers.
Based in Hassocks and working with small businesses across Sussex - from Brighton to Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill and beyond - as well as remotely across the UK.
without having to post 47 times a day
that actually bring in customers (not just look pretty)
that reflects your personality and expertise
to get found on Google without the confusion
How I Help Small Businesses Get Visible Online:
Social Media Confidence
New Websites
Brand Design
SEO Help
Questions I Get Asked A Lot (With Actual Answers)
Do I really need a marketing consultant if I'm just a small business?
SEO stands for Search Engine Optimisation. In plain English: it's what helps your business show up when someone searches for what you offer on Google. If someone in your area types "personal trainer in Brighton" or "bookkeeper for small businesses" and you're not appearing, SEO is why. Whether you need it depends on your business, but for most small businesses with a website, it's worth understanding at the very least.
What does SEO actually mean, and do I need it?
This is probably the most common thing I hear. Having a website and having a website that actually works are two very different things. Most small business websites look fine but aren't set up to be found on Google, don't communicate clearly what you do or who you help, and don't guide visitors towards getting in touch. A Website Health Check is usually the quickest way to find out exactly what's going wrong.
I've already got a website. Why isn't it bringing in customers?
Not necessarily. But if you've been guessing at what to post, wondering why your website isn't bringing in enquiries, or just feeling like everyone else has cracked the code and you haven't, then yes, a conversation with someone who does this for a living is probably worth your time. You don't have to commit to anything big. Sometimes one hour of clarity is all you need to stop wasting time on the wrong things.
I'm based outside Sussex. Can you still help me?
Absolutely. I work remotely with clients across the UK. Everything is done via video call, email, and shared documents, so your location doesn't matter. I just happen to be based in Sussex.
What's the difference between a marketing consultant and a marketing agency?
A lot, actually. An agency typically has a big team, a big retainer (often £1,500 to £3,000+ a month) and a process that works for bigger clients. I'm just me. That means lower costs, a direct line of communication, and someone who genuinely gets to know your business rather than handing you off to an account manager you've never met. I work with small businesses specifically because that's where I can make the most difference.
I don't have a big budget. Can I still work with you?
Yes. I work specifically with small business owners who can't afford agency prices. My Power Hour starts at £85 and is genuinely designed to give you clarity and a clear plan without a big financial commitment. I'll always tell you honestly what's worth spending money on and what isn't, because sending you off with a plan you can actually afford to act on is more useful to both of us.
"Best money I have spent on my business and would recommend her to anyone!"
What my clients say....
"Her knowledge is fantastic and how she makes it easy to understand and prioritise what to do in a step by step way is so incredibly helpful."
Kat Cuthbert, Owner
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Lizzie Alexander, Owner
The Endo Fertility Specialist
"She is patient, approachable, professional and accessible. She very obviously cares so much about the whole client experience."
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ellie@justthrivemarketing.com
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Based in Sussex, working remotely with small businesses across the UK. No confusing jargon. No long-term contracts. Just Marketing that works.