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The biggest waste in Google Ads isn't spend—it's no strategy.

Many businesses run ads but nobody’s really optimising. Campaigns sit for months, untouched. Budget gets wasted on the wrong keywords. Tracking is broken. Nobody notices. If you have ads running but no one senior looking at them, you’re losing money silently.

What fractional PPC consulting actually means

Consulting is supplementary expertise, not a full takeover. You keep your current setup (agency, in-house team, whatever). I come in as a strategic advisor—review what’s running, identify gaps, recommend fixes, and coach you (or your team) on execution. It’s a second opinion from someone who’s managed £2 million+ in ad spend.

Types of consulting work

When to use advisory instead of full management

Hire a consultant if: you already have someone running ads (internal or agency) but feel like something’s off, or you want a senior review before scaling spend. Don’t hire consulting if you need someone to do the work—hire full management. Consulting is for decision-making, not execution.

How a consultation works

  1. Initial callYou brief me on business, ads, and what’s bothering you (if anything).
  2. Deep diveI review your account, search terms, landing pages, tracking, and competitive landscape.
  3. Strategy reportI send findings, ranked by impact. No fluff, just what matters.
  4. Debrief and next stepsWe talk through the report and what you (or your team) should do next.

Price: quote on a call

Consulting is billed by the hour or as a fixed project. Start with a free 30-minute call to scope the work. Most Staffordshire businesses find a single audit/strategy session (£500–£2,000) gives them months of actionable insight.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between consulting and full management?

Consulting is strategy and advice; you (or your team) implement. Management is hands-on: I run the campaigns, optimise daily, and report to you. Choose consulting if you have bandwidth; choose management if you want it off your plate.

Can a consultant work alongside my current agency?

Yes. You’d grant me read-only access (or share reports). I’d give you independent advice. Some agencies hate it; some see it as quality control. Discuss with your agency first.

Is it worth a consultation if I'm in Featherstone and you're remote?

Completely. Location doesn’t matter for Google Ads. Your competitors in Wolverhampton and Walsall aren’t better-placed than you; they’re just better-managed. A consultant’s value is expertise, not geography.

What if the audit finds huge problems I can't fix?

Good question. If you spot gaps you can’t address, I can refer you to management (either my own or a trusted partner). Or I coach you through fixes if your team has capacity.

How is this different from a free audit?

Free audits are marketing. You pay a consultant for strategic thinking—not just findings, but prioritised recommendations tailored to your business and budget. You get depth that a free audit can’t offer.

Do you work with ecommerce or home services?

Both are my niches. Ecommerce (D2C), trades, plumbers, electricians, solicitors, online retailers—all common Staffordshire verticals.

Get expert strategy without the retainer

Book a free 30-minute call to discuss your ads, spot quick wins, and scope a proper consultation if it makes sense.

Call 07410 907 104 Book a consultation