what is it you actually do anyway?

The phrase “Jack of all trades, master of none” is often bandied about with negative connotations but did you know that the full quote is actually…

“A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one.”

So, yeah - I’m a proud generalist with a wide and very varied work history which is absolutely my key strength. Context and experience is everything when it comes to adding value. There’s barely any problem I haven’t had to solve and nothing phases me. Go on, try me!

services for indie retailers

If you’re a sole trader, limited company with a brick and mortar store or your run of the mill one man band working from your kitchen table, I can help. Size, turnover, staffing levels are not an issue. Here’s some of the things I can help you with on a practical basis:

  • Manning the shopfloor to cover leave or free you up to attend trade shows, etc

  • Running stalls at markets or other seasonal events as an extension of your existing shop - you could be doing two markets on the same day with my help!

  • Picking, packing and dispatching orders (I secretly love packing things up)

  • Stock-taking, organisation of stock rooms, implementation of stock management systems

  • Visual merchandising, stock replenishment, window dressing

  • Audit of operational processes

  • Finance admin such as invoicing, credit control and budgeting

  • Product assembly and finishing, packaging and such - putting cards in cellos, labelling etc

  • Adding products to your website (I know you hate this but I love it)

  • Writing product descriptions with SEO in mind to help broaden your reach

  • Writing engaging newsletters to communicate with your existing customer base

  • Writing, curating and managing your social media on retainer or project basis

  • Attending trade shows and networking for your business

  • Sales repping your products to indie retailers

  • Ad hoc tasks that you don’t even know you need yet!

These services are available when you need them - no contract, no commitment, just what you need, when you need it at a fair and transparent cost that won’t break your bank but will help you move forward. Get in touch to chat about how we can get to work together!

services for creative agencies

Having over 15 years of experience managing people and operations within creative businesses big and small, I know how tricky it can be to balance what your company needs to grow and what your people need to do their best. Oh, and still be profitable! Quite the balancing act but I know the secret sauce and it’s a sauce you probably don’t care for - organisation!

And it doesn’t have to be that complex - stripping away the bullshit is what I do best. Making things simple makes them stick - so let’s clear the decks and help you take your business to the next level! I can help with:

  • Taking stock of where you’re at and where you want to go

  • Identifying your mission, vision and values and operationalising them so it’s easy to live them

  • Reviewing workflows (or helping you document them), writing SOPs and making recommendations for improvement

  • Implementing changes to workflow and introducing new software or processes

  • Internal comms including communicating change

  • HR support including introducing simple performance review processes and frameworks for career progression

  • Budgeting and cashflow planning, introducing rate cards and setting up finance processes

  • Succession and recruitment planning, as well as managing recruitment for you on a project or retainer basis

  • Managing social media, writing posts and website copy - proofreading is my nerdy passion!

  • Facilitating ideation and creative brainstorming sessions and report writing

  • Board meeting minutes, agendas and facilitation

  • Policy audits and writing

  • Signposting to my network of trusted partners in finance, employment law, HR and many more areas your business might benefit from

And indeed lots of other things! All of these services are available when you need them - no contract, no commitment, just what you need, when you need it at a fair and transparent cost that won’t break your bank but will help you move forward.

I also work on a fractional or retainer basis - if you want regular support, for example 10 hours per month, I am happy to work to your schedule and provide steady and dependable help

Drop me a line now and let’s discuss what you need and how I can help - remember, first consultations are always free!

other stuff I can help with

What else can I help you with? Well, I’m glad you asked…

  • Production Coordinator and Production Manager support for film, TV and content production - I’ve had lots of experience on projects mostly involving sports commercial content, so the logistics of getting people and equipment from A to B without incident is a skoosh to me!

  • Writing blog posts, website copy and social posts for any purpose - I’ve ghostwritten LinkedIn thought pieces for CEOs and Creative Directors, so learning tone of voice and styles and implementing them is well in my wheelhouse. I’ve also written and produced my own content, including fanzines, magazine articles, music and gig reviews and much more. I really enjoy creative writing.

  • Prop making, window displays and generally making things for whatever you need - I’m a thrifty, crafty gal at heart!

Something you need help with but not sure who to turn to? Let’s chat - if I can’t help, I probably know someone that can!