Word of mouth
used to be
enough.
Your local small business grew on referrals and relationships and that's a real accomplishment. But referrals have slowed, and waiting for the next one isn't a strategy. Let's fix that.
You built
something real.
Now what?
- Business is decent, but new customers aren't coming in as consistently as they used to
- You know you should be doing "something" with marketing, but you don't know where to start or what actually matters
- You've tried a few things — maybe boosted a post, ran a promotion — but nothing stuck or felt worth the effort
- Hiring a full marketing agency feels like overkill (and the budget isn't there for it)
- You want simple, practical guidance from someone who will actually learn your business
What this isn't
Not a marketing agency
I don't run your ads, manage your social, or do the implementation work. You get clear direction on what to focus on — your team (or you) executes it.
Not a complicated system
No 47-step funnels or buzzword-heavy playbooks. Just practical priorities for the next 30 days that actually make sense for your specific business.
Not a one-size-fits-all course
This isn't pre-recorded content you watch alone. Every session is built around your business, your customers, and your specific situation.
Not for coaches or consultants
This offer is built specifically for local brick-and-mortar and service-based businesses. Coaches and consultants have a different path — this isn't it.
Simple by design
We start with a deep look at your business
First session is all about understanding where you are, who your best customers are, and what's actually been working — even a little.
You get a clear 30-day action plan
No fluff. Just the highest-leverage things you should focus on this month to attract more of the right customers consistently.
We adjust and build momentum each month
Every session we review what happened, course-correct if needed, and set your next priorities. Marketing gets easier the more we do it together.
Everything
you need.
Nothing you don't.
Most small business owners have no shortage of marketing ideas. What they're missing is someone to help them decide what actually matters — and then make sure it gets done. This isn't a course. It's not a plan that collects dust. It's a working relationship where we meet monthly, set clear priorities, and you leave every session knowing exactly what to focus on next.
One (1) One 60-minute strategy session with Ed directly
Monthly marketing priorities and strategic recommendations tailored to your business
A simple, written action plan for the next 30 days — no guesswork
Async access via email or WhatsApp for quick questions & feedback on marketing assets between sessions
A collaborative marketing partner for local and independent businesses ready to stop guessing and start executing.
3-month advisory commitment. Implementation, design, social media management, and technical setup are not included — but I'll tell you exactly what to look for if you need those things.
This is for you if…
This works best for established local businesses that have proven they can serve customers well — and are ready to get more of them.
- You run a local or independent business (restaurant, retail, service, studio, etc.)
- You've been given plenty of marketing advice but struggle to decide what to actually do
- You want a thinking partner, not another strategy document
- You're willing to take action — you just need to know what action to take
- You can invest $500/month for 3 months and expect a real return
- You're a coach, consultant, or online-only business–I have a separate program designed specifically for that work.
- You want someone to do the marketing for you (that's an agency)
- You're just starting out and haven't validated your offer yet
- You're looking for a quick fix or a guaranteed overnight result
- You want a big strategy document that never gets implemented
Common questions
If you don't see your question here, bring it to the call — there's no pressure either way.
An agency handles execution — they run your ads, manage your social media, build your campaigns. This is advisory work: I help you figure out what actually matters for your business and give you a clear plan your team (or you) can execute. It's significantly more affordable and focused on strategy, not production.
Most clients start seeing clearer direction and early momentum within the first 30 days. Sustainable customer growth typically builds over 4–6 months as you consistently implement the monthly marketing priorities.
Not at all. The recommendations are practical and written in plain language. If something requires a tool or platform you're not familiar with, I'll tell you exactly what to look for — or whether it's even worth your time at this stage.
This advisory is built for brick-and-mortar and service-based local businesses — restaurants, salons, trades, retail shops, wellness businesses, and similar. It is not designed for coaches, consultants, or online-only businesses.
Real marketing results take time to build. The first month we focus on clarity and identify quick wins, the second month is about bringing in more customers, and the third is about turning that into something consistent.
That's actually a great situation for this advisory. I can help you give that person better direction, evaluate whether what they're doing is actually moving the needle, and make sure your overall marketing strategy is focused on the right priorities.
Ready to stop
waiting on
referrals?
Request advising and let's spend 15 minutes on a call to see if this is the right fit for your business. No pressure, no pitch — just a real conversation that guides you to the right resources.
Book a CallLimited spots available. This is a hands-on, personal advisory — not a group program.