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The £300,000 page: how Carl Phillips builds B2B growth on evidence, not guesswork
In one engagement, Carl Phillips ran a single UX test on a page for CarFinance247. It added £300,000 to their monthly revenue.…
AI Transformation Consultant: What They Do and Why Companies Hire Them
An AI transformation consultant helps organizations move from scattered AI experiments to coordinated, measurable business…
Consultant Proposal Template: What to Include
A consulting proposal is a structured document that outlines your proposed solution, project scope, deliverables, timeline,…
AI Transformation Consultant: What They Do and Why Companies Hire Them
An AI transformation consultant helps organizations identify where artificial intelligence creates real business value,…
How Alex Lockey helps founders build businesses that run without them
Most founders don't have a growth problem. They have a leverage problem. Alex Lockey works with founder-led businesses that…
Retainer vs Project Consulting
A retainer is a monthly fee paid for ongoing access to expertise or work, while a project-based consulting engagement delivers…
What Makes a Good Consultant? Key Traits to Look For
A good consultant combines deep expertise with strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to build…
Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Consultant
A single bad consultant hire can cost $30,000–$150,000 when you include lost productivity, team disruption, and hiring costs.…
Startup Marketing Consultant: What They Do
A startup marketing consultant builds and executes go-to-market strategy for early-stage companies that don't yet have the…