• The White Rabbit put on his spectacles. ๐Ÿ‡๐Ÿ‘“๐Ÿฐ
โ€œWhere shall I begin, please your Majesty?โ€ he asked.
โ€œBegin at the beginning,โ€ the King said gravely, โ€œand go on till you come to the end: then stop.โ€ ๐Ÿ‘‘โค๏ธ๐Ÿ‚ฎ

When it comes to starting the next stage of your business, whether that's the very beginning or the start of a new level, it can feel overwhelming. 

I know, I've been there many times both in my business and with my clients. 

So I thought it may help to share the general process that I work through with my clients (and apply to my businesses). 

๐Ÿ™€ Step one: Review
You need to know where you are to start with. 
How do you feel? What's working? What's not?

๐Ÿ˜บ Step two: Goal Setting
You need to know where you're heading.
What do you want? What does that look + feel like?

๐Ÿ˜ฝ Step three: Cleanse
Strip out EVERYTHING that is causing overwhelm, isn't yours, feels icky or doesn't fit your vision of your future business. Kiss it farewell, kitty cats - ๐Ÿ‘ you ๐Ÿ‘ don't ๐Ÿ‘ need ๐Ÿ‘ it.

๐Ÿ˜ป Step four: Trust
You alone know what you want your business to look and feel like, so trust yourself to build your business in a way that works to your strengths + preferences. 

It's simple, but not easy. 

You can absolutely do this alone. 

You're a smart cookie and know your business, dreams + life better than anyone.

But if you don't want to, I can help. 

We can go through this process together. 

Giving you the next beginning for your business. 

Because beginnings are exciting and amazing and full of potential. 

And (rather selfishly) I want to be there for yours. 

Because it's the start of something marvellous. 

Ready? Pop me a DM that says 'Heck Yes' and let's make it happen together.

#shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #embraceyourweird #sassybusinessowners #alternativebusinessowners #femalebusinessowner #aliceinwonderlandquote #buildyourempire
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    The White Rabbit put on his spectacles. ๐Ÿ‡๐Ÿ‘“๐Ÿฐ โ€œWhere shall I begin, please your Majesty?โ€ he asked. โ€œBegin at the beginning,โ€ the King said gravely, โ€œand go on till you come to the end: then stop.โ€ ๐Ÿ‘‘โค๏ธ๐Ÿ‚ฎ When it comes to starting the next stage of your business, whether that's the very beginning or the start of a new level, it can feel overwhelming. I know, I've been there many times both in my business and with my clients. So I thought it may help to share the general process that I work through with my clients (and apply to my businesses). ๐Ÿ™€ Step one: Review You need to know where you are to start with. How do you feel? What's working? What's not? ๐Ÿ˜บ Step two: Goal Setting You need to know where you're heading. What do you want? What does that look + feel like? ๐Ÿ˜ฝ Step three: Cleanse Strip out EVERYTHING that is causing overwhelm, isn't yours, feels icky or doesn't fit your vision of your future business. Kiss it farewell, kitty cats - ๐Ÿ‘ you ๐Ÿ‘ don't ๐Ÿ‘ need ๐Ÿ‘ it. ๐Ÿ˜ป Step four: Trust You alone know what you want your business to look and feel like, so trust yourself to build your business in a way that works to your strengths + preferences. It's simple, but not easy. You can absolutely do this alone. You're a smart cookie and know your business, dreams + life better than anyone. But if you don't want to, I can help. We can go through this process together. Giving you the next beginning for your business. Because beginnings are exciting and amazing and full of potential. And (rather selfishly) I want to be there for yours. Because it's the start of something marvellous. Ready? Pop me a DM that says 'Heck Yes' and let's make it happen together. #shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #embraceyourweird #sassybusinessowners #alternativebusinessowners #femalebusinessowner #aliceinwonderlandquote #buildyourempire
  • Client love...

"Well, how cool is Tammi?!! 

I've started with a half-day strategy session and OMG the clarity!! 

The best investment I've made for a while without doubt. 

Great to get an external and fresh pair of eyes reviewing my digital presence and getting top class, easy to implement tips as to how I can oomph things up and make even more impact. 

I knew something wasn't quite working, that my messaging with disjointed in some way but I couldn't put my finger on it. 

Now I'm clear, confident AND have a plan. 

If you're ready to step out of the shadows....you need to work with Shadowcat Creative."

- COLETTE REILLY @itsmecolettereilly 

โค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝ

Ready to create the brand, business and lifestyle you are daydreaming about? Grab a cuppa and slide into my DMs for a casual conversation. If we're a good fit, we can start today! 

Not sure if I'm your cup of tea? Check out my service guide with the link in my bio. 

#clientlove #testimonial #customerreview #ilovemyclients #businessthatfeelsgood #shadowcatcreative #marketingconsultant #brandconsultant #brandesigner #businessbuilding #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #buildingmyempire #creativebusinessowner #creativevibes #mycleintsareamazing #progressoverperfection
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    Client love... "Well, how cool is Tammi?!! I've started with a half-day strategy session and OMG the clarity!! The best investment I've made for a while without doubt. Great to get an external and fresh pair of eyes reviewing my digital presence and getting top class, easy to implement tips as to how I can oomph things up and make even more impact. I knew something wasn't quite working, that my messaging with disjointed in some way but I couldn't put my finger on it. Now I'm clear, confident AND have a plan. If you're ready to step out of the shadows....you need to work with Shadowcat Creative." - COLETTE REILLY @itsmecolettereilly โค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜ฝ Ready to create the brand, business and lifestyle you are daydreaming about? Grab a cuppa and slide into my DMs for a casual conversation. If we're a good fit, we can start today! Not sure if I'm your cup of tea? Check out my service guide with the link in my bio. #clientlove #testimonial #customerreview #ilovemyclients #businessthatfeelsgood #shadowcatcreative #marketingconsultant #brandconsultant #brandesigner #businessbuilding #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #buildingmyempire #creativebusinessowner #creativevibes #mycleintsareamazing #progressoverperfection
  • You'll grow into it...

Remember that phrase as a kid? Get something that's too big and wear it until it fits. 

Well, let's take that concept and apply it to business. 

Admittedly as kids, we didn't have any control over filling that jumper/jeans/Garfield tshirt, BUT with our businesses we do. 

Are you showing up for the business you have now, or the business you want to have?

If you are in a place where everything around you reflects where you are, it will feel hard to move forward because you haven't allowed yourself the space to grow. 

This is often where you start feeling a disconnect with your brand, particularly visually, but it stems from a deeper misalignment. 

On the flip side, if you have a brand that is created for the business you ARE GOING to have, well - you have that space to thrive in and fill up.

And you don't have to go through a lengthy rebrand (although it may help). 

You could start by thinking about how you will feel and be in that future business space. 

How will you show up? 
How does your brand look and feel?
How do you connect with our customers?
What are you focusing your time on?

Then start doing it. 

Show up like you're fully booked.
Give the client experience of a luxury brand. 
Connect from a place of authority and leadership.
Only spend time on tasks that support your business growth.

It's not 'fake it til you make it'. It's 'become who you want to be'. 
Because it doesn't happen overnight, we simply live it until it is who we naturally are.

Create your business in a way that supports your future self so you can become them quicker. 

And if you need a hand, well that's what I'm here for. 

#shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #embraceyourweird #sassybusinessowners #alternativebusinessowners #femalebusinessowner #whoruntheworldgirls #itsallaboutyou #youcandohardthings #yourbusinessyourrules
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    You'll grow into it... Remember that phrase as a kid? Get something that's too big and wear it until it fits. Well, let's take that concept and apply it to business. Admittedly as kids, we didn't have any control over filling that jumper/jeans/Garfield tshirt, BUT with our businesses we do. Are you showing up for the business you have now, or the business you want to have? If you are in a place where everything around you reflects where you are, it will feel hard to move forward because you haven't allowed yourself the space to grow. This is often where you start feeling a disconnect with your brand, particularly visually, but it stems from a deeper misalignment. On the flip side, if you have a brand that is created for the business you ARE GOING to have, well - you have that space to thrive in and fill up. And you don't have to go through a lengthy rebrand (although it may help). You could start by thinking about how you will feel and be in that future business space. How will you show up? How does your brand look and feel? How do you connect with our customers? What are you focusing your time on? Then start doing it. Show up like you're fully booked. Give the client experience of a luxury brand. Connect from a place of authority and leadership. Only spend time on tasks that support your business growth. It's not 'fake it til you make it'. It's 'become who you want to be'. Because it doesn't happen overnight, we simply live it until it is who we naturally are. Create your business in a way that supports your future self so you can become them quicker. And if you need a hand, well that's what I'm here for. #shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #embraceyourweird #sassybusinessowners #alternativebusinessowners #femalebusinessowner #whoruntheworldgirls #itsallaboutyou #youcandohardthings #yourbusinessyourrules
  • Why did you choose to start a business? 

I started mine because I wanted to buy a house and I knew I couldn't save or earn more with my corporate salary. 

It was only later that dreams of financial freedom, flexible working and multiple businesses became even a flirting thought.

If you've ever tuned into a Brand Story episode of my podcast, you'll often hear my guests start by saying "I didn't start my business in the traditional way..."

And that's absolutely true because what IS the 'traditional way'?

The reasons we start our businesses are different because WE are all different. 

And if the reason we started is unique to us, then, of course, our business journeys will be as well. 

So riddle me this, dear reader - why are you still trying to grow YOUR business using someone else's method/blueprint/plan/strategy/whatever? 

You trusted yourself enough to start, so maybe you can trust yourself enough to grow your business your way. 

Wouldn't that be brilliant? To only do things that felt right for you. 

So, tell me - why did you start your business? 

I'm a curious cat and I'd genuinely love to know.

#shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #embraceyourweird #sassybusinessowners #alternativebusinessowners #femalebusinessowner #whoruntheworldgirls #itsallaboutyou #youcandohardthings #yourbusinessyourrules
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    Why did you choose to start a business? I started mine because I wanted to buy a house and I knew I couldn't save or earn more with my corporate salary. It was only later that dreams of financial freedom, flexible working and multiple businesses became even a flirting thought. If you've ever tuned into a Brand Story episode of my podcast, you'll often hear my guests start by saying "I didn't start my business in the traditional way..." And that's absolutely true because what IS the 'traditional way'? The reasons we start our businesses are different because WE are all different. And if the reason we started is unique to us, then, of course, our business journeys will be as well. So riddle me this, dear reader - why are you still trying to grow YOUR business using someone else's method/blueprint/plan/strategy/whatever? You trusted yourself enough to start, so maybe you can trust yourself enough to grow your business your way. Wouldn't that be brilliant? To only do things that felt right for you. So, tell me - why did you start your business? I'm a curious cat and I'd genuinely love to know. #shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #embraceyourweird #sassybusinessowners #alternativebusinessowners #femalebusinessowner #whoruntheworldgirls #itsallaboutyou #youcandohardthings #yourbusinessyourrules
  • Make self care a boundary.

Make personal development a boundary. 

Make Me-Time a boundary. 

Make wine in the garden a boundary. 

Make pizza night a boundary. 

Make bubble baths a boundary.

Boundaries are for YOU.

Your business isn't a replacement for a 9-5. 

Your business is the facilitator of the lifestyle you want to live every day. 

So your boundaries go beyond your business. 

They are for the every day you want to have. 

๐Ÿ‘  Set. ๐Ÿ‘  Them. ๐Ÿ‘  Accordingly.

You'll find me with a book, a cat and extra marshmallows this weekend because it's been a marvellous week and your girl knows how to celebrate. ๐Ÿ“–๐Ÿ˜ธโ˜•๏ธ

PS My literary junk food is post-apocalyptic, zombie fiction - don't judge me. I dare you to share yours in the comments. ๐ŸงŸโ€โ™€๏ธ๐ŸงŸโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐ŸงŸโ€โ™€๏ธ

#shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #bettertogether #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #buildingherempire #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #selfcaresteps #youvegotthis #dontdoitalone #beautifulboundaries #extramarshmallows #celebrateyourbusiness
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    Make self care a boundary. Make personal development a boundary. Make Me-Time a boundary. Make wine in the garden a boundary. Make pizza night a boundary. Make bubble baths a boundary. Boundaries are for YOU. Your business isn't a replacement for a 9-5. Your business is the facilitator of the lifestyle you want to live every day. So your boundaries go beyond your business. They are for the every day you want to have. ๐Ÿ‘ Set. ๐Ÿ‘ Them. ๐Ÿ‘ Accordingly. You'll find me with a book, a cat and extra marshmallows this weekend because it's been a marvellous week and your girl knows how to celebrate. ๐Ÿ“–๐Ÿ˜ธโ˜•๏ธ PS My literary junk food is post-apocalyptic, zombie fiction - don't judge me. I dare you to share yours in the comments. ๐ŸงŸโ€โ™€๏ธ๐ŸงŸโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐ŸงŸโ€โ™€๏ธ #shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #bettertogether #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #buildingherempire #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #selfcaresteps #youvegotthis #dontdoitalone #beautifulboundaries #extramarshmallows #celebrateyourbusiness
  • Boundaries improve your brand experience.

Often, a lack of boundaries reflects a lack of structure or process in your business. 

By establishing boundaries clearly and as part of your process, you set the expectations for both you and the client which facilitates a better experience all round.

Have a swipe to see three examples and how you could communicate these in your business. 

Boundaries are not there to be restrictive or difficult, they support you and your clients to have a better experience. 

Like cats eyes on motorways, they are there to guide everyone for a stress-free, easy journey.

If you feel disempowered to do this right now, that's ok. 

It could be because you haven't defined your brand in a way to support the business you want to have. 

By making these boundaries part fo the process, it removes the emotional attachment to them. 

It's not you being difficult, it's simply part of the process of working with you.

Your customer experience is a huge part of your brand experience.

By setting the foundations, everything feels more supported - including you in situations that need you to stand firm. 

Your brand feeds through everything and is there to make your business and marketing feel easy. 

If it doesn't, feel free to swing by my DMs for a chat. 

#shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #bettertogether #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #buildingherempire #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #youvegotthis #dontdoitalone #beautifulboundaries #businessconsultant #witchingnotbitching #HWBG
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    Boundaries improve your brand experience. Often, a lack of boundaries reflects a lack of structure or process in your business. By establishing boundaries clearly and as part of your process, you set the expectations for both you and the client which facilitates a better experience all round. Have a swipe to see three examples and how you could communicate these in your business. Boundaries are not there to be restrictive or difficult, they support you and your clients to have a better experience. Like cats eyes on motorways, they are there to guide everyone for a stress-free, easy journey. If you feel disempowered to do this right now, that's ok. It could be because you haven't defined your brand in a way to support the business you want to have. By making these boundaries part fo the process, it removes the emotional attachment to them. It's not you being difficult, it's simply part of the process of working with you. Your customer experience is a huge part of your brand experience. By setting the foundations, everything feels more supported - including you in situations that need you to stand firm. Your brand feeds through everything and is there to make your business and marketing feel easy. If it doesn't, feel free to swing by my DMs for a chat. #shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #bettertogether #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #buildingherempire #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #youvegotthis #dontdoitalone #beautifulboundaries #businessconsultant #witchingnotbitching #HWBG
  • Am I your cup of tea?

If you're a curious cat about what working with me could look like but don't want the commitment of a (likely hilarious) conversation, you can download my services guide by clicking the link in my bio. 

You can see how I work with my clients, a step by step breakdown of what's involved and the current pricing and payment options.

You don't even need to give up your email address. 

So go on and have a nose. 

If it feels right, get in touch and we can get started straight away.

Your brand transformation awaits! โœจ๐Ÿ˜บโœจ

#shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #bettertogether #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #buildingherempire #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #serviceguide #workwithme #brandtransformation #noBSbusiness
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    Am I your cup of tea? If you're a curious cat about what working with me could look like but don't want the commitment of a (likely hilarious) conversation, you can download my services guide by clicking the link in my bio. You can see how I work with my clients, a step by step breakdown of what's involved and the current pricing and payment options. You don't even need to give up your email address. So go on and have a nose. If it feels right, get in touch and we can get started straight away. Your brand transformation awaits! โœจ๐Ÿ˜บโœจ #shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #bettertogether #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #buildingherempire #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #serviceguide #workwithme #brandtransformation #noBSbusiness
  • Just like success, boundaries can look different to everyone.

Remember that it's ok to say no to things that aren't for you. 

Even if they are things EvErYoNe ElSe are doing.

Don't want to do 1:1 virtual 'pick you brains' sessions? That's ok. 

Can't stand Reels? That's cool.

Don't want to offer discounts? That's fine.

Want to work weekends and take Wednesdays off? Go for it.

Don't enjoy networking/Instagram/blogging/[insert anything you've been told you should be doing]? Don't do it. 

No two businesses are the same. 

No two people are the same. 

Your boundaries are yours, and they are there for you to uphold so you can build a business for the lifestyle you want to have. 

You don't need to bend or justify those boundaries for anyone. 

Repeat after me (and Prince Adam of Eternia) "I have the power".

#shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #bettertogether #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #buildingherempire #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #youvegotthis #dontdoitalone #beautifulboundaries #brandexperience #brandagency #brandingforindepentbrands
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    Just like success, boundaries can look different to everyone. Remember that it's ok to say no to things that aren't for you. Even if they are things EvErYoNe ElSe are doing. Don't want to do 1:1 virtual 'pick you brains' sessions? That's ok. Can't stand Reels? That's cool. Don't want to offer discounts? That's fine. Want to work weekends and take Wednesdays off? Go for it. Don't enjoy networking/Instagram/blogging/[insert anything you've been told you should be doing]? Don't do it. No two businesses are the same. No two people are the same. Your boundaries are yours, and they are there for you to uphold so you can build a business for the lifestyle you want to have. You don't need to bend or justify those boundaries for anyone. Repeat after me (and Prince Adam of Eternia) "I have the power". #shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #bettertogether #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #buildingherempire #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #youvegotthis #dontdoitalone #beautifulboundaries #brandexperience #brandagency #brandingforindepentbrands
  • Beautiful boundaries and me...

When I started my business, I had no concept of boundaries. I'm curious if that was the same for you? 

I adjusted my pricing more than a DFS sale. 

I worked to my clients preferred hours whenever possible and overpromised on tight timescales. 

I would spend every evening networking after my 9-5 and before going home to work more. 

I sacrificed my weekends, holidays, health and relationships. 

I wanted my business to work but I was building it on everyone else's terms and you know what - everyone has different priorities, schedules and expectations. 

I let myself be swept away by others in the name of people-pleasing. 

I was exhausted, working 90 hour weeks and having so little to show for it. 

Did it make me happy? Heck no. 

But then... 

I started implementing some boundaries. 

Setting some expectations of what I deemed acceptable to improve my life. 

And do you know what happened? 

Not only did my clients accept it without a second thought, but it improved their experience of working with me. 

I increased my pricing and created packages, allowing me to feel more valued in the time I spent working (and less time quoting).

My working hours reduced because I was being realistic with timescales and letting my clients know when they could expect to hear from me. 

I set time aside at the weekend to enjoy the life I was building. 

Because boundaries are there to support you, not restrict you. 

For clients, applying boundaries is simply setting their expectations. 

And by being in control of their expectations, you have the opportunity to overdeliver every damn time. 

While not hitting burnout.

Whilst earning the money you want. 

Whilst creating an exceptional brand experience that your clients will rave about. 

Boundaries help you run the business you want to have. 

I'd love to know what boundaries you have, or would like to have in your business. 

You never know who you could help or inspire by sharing. 

#shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #beyourweird #youdoyou #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #buildingherempire #ownyourbrand #marketingforsmallbiz #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #femalebiz
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    Beautiful boundaries and me... When I started my business, I had no concept of boundaries. I'm curious if that was the same for you? I adjusted my pricing more than a DFS sale. I worked to my clients preferred hours whenever possible and overpromised on tight timescales. I would spend every evening networking after my 9-5 and before going home to work more. I sacrificed my weekends, holidays, health and relationships. I wanted my business to work but I was building it on everyone else's terms and you know what - everyone has different priorities, schedules and expectations. I let myself be swept away by others in the name of people-pleasing. I was exhausted, working 90 hour weeks and having so little to show for it. Did it make me happy? Heck no. But then... I started implementing some boundaries. Setting some expectations of what I deemed acceptable to improve my life. And do you know what happened? Not only did my clients accept it without a second thought, but it improved their experience of working with me. I increased my pricing and created packages, allowing me to feel more valued in the time I spent working (and less time quoting). My working hours reduced because I was being realistic with timescales and letting my clients know when they could expect to hear from me. I set time aside at the weekend to enjoy the life I was building. Because boundaries are there to support you, not restrict you. For clients, applying boundaries is simply setting their expectations. And by being in control of their expectations, you have the opportunity to overdeliver every damn time. While not hitting burnout. Whilst earning the money you want. Whilst creating an exceptional brand experience that your clients will rave about. Boundaries help you run the business you want to have. I'd love to know what boundaries you have, or would like to have in your business. You never know who you could help or inspire by sharing. #shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #beyourweird #youdoyou #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #buildingherempire #ownyourbrand #marketingforsmallbiz #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #femalebiz
  • Bring out your sass ๐Ÿ’๐Ÿผโ€โ™€๏ธ

Do you know what makes people choose to work with you? 

It's you. 

It is 100% about how you make them feel. 

So the more 'you' you can be in your marketing, the more your brand experience will sell you to them before you've ever met. 

So be weird.

Be wonderful.

Be sassy. 

Mess up.

Trip over your words in the excitement you have for your business. 

Laugh at your own jokes mid-networking. 

Embrace the random amount of cat hair you have in every photo.

Have a Lionel Ritchie inspired teapot in the background of your Zoom calls.

Because in all honesty, what you offer probably isn't unique. 

But YOU, my little ray of sunshine, absolutely are.

And the more you can show yourself in your brand and marketing (reminder: which is everything you do!), the easier it is for people to say yes to you. 

A big, juicy 'OMGINEEDYOUINMYLIFE' yes. 

So, my fellow weirdling, what is one of your magnificent quirks? 

You've already read a list of mine!

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    Bring out your sass ๐Ÿ’๐Ÿผโ€โ™€๏ธ Do you know what makes people choose to work with you? It's you. It is 100% about how you make them feel. So the more 'you' you can be in your marketing, the more your brand experience will sell you to them before you've ever met. So be weird. Be wonderful. Be sassy. Mess up. Trip over your words in the excitement you have for your business. Laugh at your own jokes mid-networking. Embrace the random amount of cat hair you have in every photo. Have a Lionel Ritchie inspired teapot in the background of your Zoom calls. Because in all honesty, what you offer probably isn't unique. But YOU, my little ray of sunshine, absolutely are. And the more you can show yourself in your brand and marketing (reminder: which is everything you do!), the easier it is for people to say yes to you. A big, juicy 'OMGINEEDYOUINMYLIFE' yes. So, my fellow weirdling, what is one of your magnificent quirks? You've already read a list of mine! #shadowcatcreative #personalbrandconsultant #brandcoach #branddesigner #podcaster #aboutme #ownyourbrand #buildyourfuture #bettertogether #ditchtheBS #smallbusinesscoach #beyourweird #youdoyou #businessbuilding #creativevibes #ambitiousbusinesses #thebrandlounge #beyou #ownyourbrand #doityourway #marketingforsmallbusiness #brandconsultancy #marketingconsultancy #embraceyourweird #sassybusinessowners #alternativebusinessowners #dobusinessyourway #attractwhatyouputouttotheuniverse #weareinthistogether