How is Clare Ashbrook's approach different from marketing agencies?

Clare works with a small number of clients at a time, which means you get consistent, attentive support rather than being one of dozens. She focuses on strategies that actually work for growing small businesses — not enterprise-level tactics that don't fit your reality.

Do I need SEO if I already have a website?

Yes. A website without SEO is like having a shop with no sign outside — people won't know you're there. SEO helps your site show up when potential clients are searching for your services online, whether you're a local business or aiming for a wider audience.

What does monthly marketing support actually include?

It depends on what your business needs. Most clients combine a few things — blog writing, SEO maintenance and reporting, newsletter creation, website updates, LinkedIn — and we build a monthly rhythm around that. It's a tailored approach that we review regularly so it always fits where you are.

Can Clare work with my existing team or website designer?

Absolutely. Clare regularly collaborates with designers, developers, and in-house teams.

Is paying someone to do SEO worth it?

For a business to show up online and bring in sales or leads, SEO is essential. An experienced SEO consultant is a worthwhile investment that pays for itself over time through increased visibility and enquiries.

How does content writing and SEO help small businesses?

Content writing and SEO give small businesses a competitive edge by helping them show up where their ideal clients are searching. Whether it's blog posts, service pages, or newsletters, optimised content improves your chances of being found and trusted.

I'm not sure which monthly services I need — can I just pick one or two things?

Absolutely. You might just want monthly blog writing and SEO reporting, or a newsletter and LinkedIn. We start with what's most useful and can always build from there as your business grows or your needs change.

SEO insights for florists, creatives and service based businesses

Actionable advice, client-tested SEO strategies, and practical tools to strengthen your online visiblity.

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Why my background as wedding florist makes me a better SEO consultant

When I tell people I used to run a wedding and events floristry business before moving into SEO, I usually get one of two reactions. Either mild confusion — what does one have to do with the other? — or a kind of immediate recognition from other small business owners who get it straight away.

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A Sales Page: What it is and tips for SEO optimisation

A sales page slots neatly into your website sitemap. It's a page dedicated to just one service and is created to prompt an action by the user:

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Tips To Help Sell Out Your Retreat

If you run yoga retreats, writing retreats, meditation weekends, workshops or any kind of community-led experience, you’ve probably felt the pressure to constantly be online and have a "content plan” it can feel rather consuming and overwhelming and of course it takes you away from the work you actually want to be doing. By the time you’re done, you might be ready to jack the whole thing in or need your own moment to re-calibrate and re-set!

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How to Get Your Small Local Business Featured in Google's AI Overviews

What is an AI Overview? An AI Overview is the AI-generated answer that appears at the very top of some Google search results, before any website links. Google pulls this content from websites it considers helpful, clear and trustworthy. Getting your business cited here puts you in front of potential customers before they've even clicked a result.