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When You Need a Second Opinion

You’ve got someone managing your Google Ads — an agency, an in-house PPC person, a freelancer, a team. But you’re not 100% confident they’re doing it right. Costs are creeping up. Performance plateaued. You’ve heard conflicting advice and want a reality check.

That’s when you call in an independent consultant. No skin in the game. No delivery target. No commissions. Just expertise.

What a PPC Consultant Does

Why Freelance Consultant, Not Agency?

An agency has a delivery model — they need to keep you on monthly retainer. That shapes their advice. A freelance consultant has no such pressure. I can tell you that your ads are fine and you don’t need changes. I can advise you to drop a vendor. I can recommend you hire someone specific rather than signing a contract.

Waltham Abbey Reality

You’re competing for clicks in a London-level CPC market. Most consultants won’t dig deep enough to spot where that money is being wasted. Structural problems — bad keyword grouping, poor audience exclusions, inefficient bidding — all cost more in Hertfordshire than they would elsewhere.

Fractional Expert vs. Full Manager

Some clients want me to take over the account. Others just want hourly advice. Others want a monthly retainer but on their terms — not a broad management mandate, just targeted strategic work.

We’ll figure out what works for you on a call. Most consultations start as a once-off review, then evolve into ongoing advisory if there’s value.

Common Issues I Find

Frequently asked questions

How much does a consultation cost?

That depends on scope. We’ll discuss it on a call. I offer one-off audits, hourly advisory, and monthly retainers. No set pricing — I price based on the work.

Can you help if I'm unhappy with my current PPC provider?

Absolutely. That’s actually a common reason people ask for a second opinion. I can audit what they’re doing, tell you what’s working and what isn’t, and recommend next steps.

Do you take over the account, or just advise?

That’s your choice. Some clients want me to advise and let their existing person implement. Others want me to take admin access and manage directly. We’ll figure out what fits.

How long does a typical consultation take?

A full account audit is usually 5–8 hours of work. Strategy work varies. I’ll scope it on the call and give you a clear estimate.

What if you find that my current setup is fine?

I’ll tell you that. Honestly. If there’s no waste and your strategy is sound, then you’re good. That’s a valid outcome.

Why does Waltham Abbey specifically matter for PPC strategy?

You’re in the London commuter belt, which means CPCs are high and competition is fierce. That changes how you structure campaigns, manage negatives, and allocate budget. A consultant who understands regional cost differences will spot inefficiencies faster.

Get clarity on your Google Ads.

Schedule a consultation. Bring your account data (or links), and let's talk through what's working and what isn't. We'll sketch out next steps before you pay a penny.

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