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You've got ads running. Now you need strategy.

Most Maldon businesses either run ads themselves or have them running on autopilot with minimal direction. The problem: without strategic oversight, you’re guessing. Bid strategy is usually wrong, negative keywords are incomplete, ad creative never tests, audience insights go unused.

I offer fractional strategic advice. I’m not here to replace your current setup; I’m here to sharpen it. Think of me as a second opinion from someone who’s seen 200+ accounts at scale and knows what actually works versus what looks like it works.

What fractional consulting looks like

You keep control. I keep honest.

This isn’t about me taking over your account. It’s about you getting clarity. I’ll tell you if your current setup is fine, if it needs a tweak, or if it needs a reboot. If your ads are working, I’ll tell you that too — and I won’t upsell you into unnecessary changes.

How fractional consulting works

  1. Intake callYou walk me through your setup: budget, goals, current performance, pain points. 30 mins, free.
  2. Account reviewI audit your live account (you give me read-only access) and map out the issues.
  3. Strategy sessionWe meet and I walk you through my findings and recommendations. You implement what you want.
  4. Ongoing supportQuoted per engagement. Could be one session, could be monthly check-ins. Your call.

Why Maldon is trickier than you think

Maldon is smaller than nearby Chelmsford and Southminster, which means your audience is spread across a wider geographic radius to scale. You’re also in the high-CPC London commuter belt — so your cost-per-click is probably higher than you’d see in, say, the Midlands. That’s not bad; it just means your strategy has to be tighter. No wasted clicks. No weak keyword matches. No “hope and pray” bid strategies.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between consulting and full management?

With consulting, you (or your existing operator) stay in control. I advise; you execute. With management, I run your account day-to-day. Consulting is cheaper and good if you want hands-on control. Management is better if you want me to own the results.

Can you audit my Maldon-specific campaigns?

Yes. I’ll look at your Maldon local targeting, your bid adjustments for nearby towns like Burnham-on-Crouch and South Woodham Ferrers, and whether your audience is actually converting from your service radius.

How much does consulting cost?

Pricing is quoted per engagement. A single strategy review is different from monthly ongoing advice. We’ll discuss scope on a call and I’ll give you a clear quote before you commit to anything.

Do I need to hire you full-time?

No. Fractional means part-time. I might review your account monthly, or quarterly, or one-off when you hit a scaling threshold. Whatever makes sense for your business.

What if I disagree with your recommendations?

That’s fine. Consulting means I advise; you decide. I’m here to give you better clarity, not to force change. But I will be honest: if your setup is leaking money, I’ll tell you, even if you don’t want to hear it.

Can you help me decide if Google Ads is worth scaling in Maldon?

Yes. That’s actually one of my favourite consulting calls. If your ads are underperforming, I’ll tell you whether it’s a strategy problem (fixable) or a channel problem (maybe Facebook or search retargeting is better). Honesty first.

Need a second opinion on your Maldon ads?

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