Articles on growth

Stand-alone articles and guide chapters sharing what worked, what failed, and why across my own experiments.

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Introduction

I have spent fifteen years growing my own B2B services firms and fixing growth problems for clients. Along the way I kept a running diary of what worked, what flopped, and why. This blog is that diary made public.

Every post turns a real lesson—good or bad—into clear steps you can copy or avoid. If a test blew up, I explain the warning signs; if a tweak unlocked revenue, I show exactly what changed. The aim is simple: you move faster by learning from my scars instead of collecting your own.

Dip into any topic that fits your current challenge, put the advice to work, and let me know what you discover. Shared lessons help us all grow further, faster.

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Design your onboarding for retention

Good onboarding sets the tone for long-term retention. Make it structured, clear and outcomes-focused.

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Create better LinkedIn posts with AI

Stop publishing beige content. Generate LinkedIn posts that sound like you and actually earn reach, without sounding robotic or boring.

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Plan your week like a pro

Manage your time like your ad budget— get the highest ROI of your time with these tips

Blog post

Segment your audience

Group visitors by behaviour and intent so your remarketing messages feel relevant, not creepy.

Blog post

Optimise your demo request page

Streamline your demo request page to reduce drop-offs and increase qualified leads ready to take the next step.

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Build your internal wiki

Set up a central source of truth for SOPs, templates, and team knowledge so nothing lives in someone’s head or gets lost in Slack.

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Blog post

Analyse results

Know how to read experiment results like a pro so you don’t overreact to noise or miss a real lift hiding in the data.

Blog post

Beginner’s tips for prompting

Learn five simple rules that instantly improve your ChatGPT prompts, even if you’ve never used AI seriously before.

Blog post

Better meetings

Change your approach to meetings so they stop wasting time and start driving progress.

Blog post

Build 30 days timeline

Plan your first 30 days with milestones that help clients succeed and give your team a repeatable delivery rhythm.

Blog post

Build a scalable experimentation process

Turn CRO into a repeatable, collaborative workflow that consistently improves your funnel.

Blog post

Build experiment

Learn how to set up and launch experiments with the right tools, data tracking and segmentation — no dev team required.

Blog post

Build your first A/B test

Get your first structured test live—from copy or design to data setup and measurement.

Blog post

Build your internal wiki

Set up a central source of truth for SOPs, templates, and team knowledge so nothing lives in someone’s head or gets lost in Slack.

Blog post

Build your lead list

Find and qualify leads with precision so you can spend less time prospecting and more time closing conversations.

Blog post

Build your sequence

Structure your nurture flow with clear triggers, delays and personalisation that feels natural and timely.

Blog post

Build your weekly scorecard

Set up a scorecard that tracks inputs and outputs weekly so you stay focussed, see issues early and drive steady growth.

Blog post

Calculate what you can afford to spend

Estimate your cost per lead or cost per acquisition to know what traffic channels are financially viable.

Blog post

Clear proposal copywriting

Write proposals that are easy to say yes to by removing fluff, framing outcomes and setting expectations.

Blog post

Close your week with a Firebreak

Use a weekly firebreak to close open loops, reflect, and reset so you can start next week clear and focused.

Blog post

Closing deals and handing over

Bring structure to your closing process so it feels natural, confident and aligned with buyer needs.

Blog post

Cold outreach configuration

Lock in domain, DNS, inbox warm-up and sending volumes before you write a single email.

Blog post

Collect early feedback

Spot issues before churn by collecting lightweight feedback early and often — and knowing what to do with it.

Blog post

Commit and launch your primary channel

Get a structured overview of common B2B traffic channels, grouped by type and how they behave.

Blog post

Coordinate launches without chaos

Plan marketing launches with clarity — deadlines, roles, status — so no one drops the ball at the last mile.

Blog post

Copywriting cold emails

Short, specific, and relevant messages get replies—templates don’t.

Blog post

Create better LinkedIn posts with AI

Stop publishing beige content. Generate LinkedIn posts that sound like you and actually earn reach, without sounding robotic or boring.

Blog post

Create remarketing plan

Design a simple retargeting system that brings warm visitors back at just the right moment.

Blog post

Create retention plan

Build a system for keeping clients engaged long-term with proactive comms, check-ins and value reminders.

Blog post

Create your outreach strategy

Set up a scalable, focused outreach approach that aligns your ICP, offer and messaging before sending a single email.

Blog post

Create your proposal structure

Set up a repeatable proposal framework that’s fast to build and easy for clients to understand and approve.

Blog post

Customer interviews

Customer interviews are the best source of insight—if you know how to run them properly. Most marketers don’t.

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Customer research goals

Before you start interviews or surveys, get clear on what you actually need to learn to improve your growth strategy.

Blog post

Define content strategy

Create content that’s relevant to your ICP and builds credibility, not vanity metrics.

Blog post

Define what you want to track

Track what matters. Decide which actions support growth and set up clear goals.

Blog post

Define your audience & campaign hook

Create high-performing audiences based on firmographics, behaviour and funnel stage so your budget hits the right people.

Blog post

Define your pipeline stages

Clarify what each stage in your sales pipeline means so everyone works from the same structure.

Blog post

Design ad creatives

Craft remarketing ads that earn trust and attention without repeating your top-of-funnel pitch.

Blog post

Design your experiment

Avoid vague results by designing experiments with strong hypotheses, clear metrics and a trustworthy control group.

Blog post

Design your multi-touch sequence

Structure your campaign across multiple touchpoints using email, LinkedIn or both.

Blog post

Design your onboarding for retention

Good onboarding sets the tone for long-term retention. Make it structured, clear and outcomes-focused.

Blog post

Distribute and repurpose

Make every piece of content work harder by repackaging it for email, LinkedIn and SEO without doubling your effort.

Blog post

Document learnings

Make every experiment compound by capturing what worked, what didn’t and why — so your team gets smarter each sprint.

Blog post

Evergreen newsletter

Set up a timeless email series that delivers ongoing value, educates prospects and keeps your brand top of mind.

Blog post

Experimentation backlog

A pile of test ideas won’t help you grow. Prioritise by impact and feasibility to test smart.

Blog post

Filter internal traffic GA4

Learn how to exclude your own IP address from Google Analytics 4 to keep your data accurate and free from internal traffic noise.

Blog post

Follow up to close deals

Keep deals moving by ending every call or email with a clear next action—no exceptions.

Blog post

Handle objections with confidence

Support your sales team with structured content that removes blockers and builds trust.

Blog post

Handle objections with proof

Address common client doubts inside your proposal so you close faster and with less back-and-forth.

Blog post

Install Tag Manager and GA4

Get the right foundations in place by installing Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics 4 on your site.

Blog post

Keep projects moving with async rituals

Use smart async workflows to keep projects aligned and moving, even when everyone’s calendar is a mess.

Blog post

Lead nurture strategy

Build a smart email nurture strategy that matches your funnel stage and turns leads into pipeline, not unsubscribes.

Blog post

Learn from your experiments

Use results to fuel your next round of tests, refine your backlog, and share learnings across teams.

Blog post

Long-term client relationships

Keep clients engaged mid-cycle by reinforcing value and previewing what’s ahead.

Blog post

Manage your tasks with clarity

Create a trusted task system so you never forget anything and always know what to work on next.

Blog post

Optimise cold campaigns

Optimise your outreach by measuring what matters—opens, replies, and conversions.

Blog post

Optimise or new channel

Know when it’s time to expand your traffic mix versus going deeper on what’s already working.

Blog post

Optimise your LinkedIn profile

Your profile is not a CV—it’s a landing page. Optimise it to attract and convert the right people.

Blog post

Optimise your about page

Build trust and relevance by showing who you help, what you stand for and why you’re the right partner for your prospect.

Blog post

Optimise your contact page

Reduce drop-off by making your contact page frictionless, trustworthy and clear on what happens next after submission.

Blog post

Optimise your demo request page

Streamline your demo request page to reduce drop-offs and increase qualified leads ready to take the next step.

Blog post

Optimise your homepage

Improve your homepage structure, copy and calls to action to make it instantly clear what you do and why it matters.

Blog post

Optimise your lead magnet or product page

Improve clarity, visuals and CTAs to make your lead magnet or product page convert casual browsers into active leads.

Blog post

Optimise your pricing page

Help prospects self-qualify with a pricing page that explains value clearly, handles objections and supports conversions.

Blog post

Plan your week like a pro

Manage your time like your ad budget— get the highest ROI of your time with these tips

Blog post

Post-demo sequence

Follow up after demos with a short series that answers questions, reinforces value and drives momentum.

Blog post

Prompt troubleshooting

Learn how to debug bad AI outputs, fix hallucinations and tighten your prompt logic step by step.

Blog post

Proposal design improvements

Use layout, spacing and visual structure to make your proposal easier to read and more persuasive.

Blog post

Protect your focus

Remove distractions and control your digital environment so you can do high-quality, focused work.

Blog post

Qualify and prepare for the call

Strengthen your pipeline by ensuring every deal is qualified the same way, every time.

Blog post

Qualitative research

Use heatmaps, recordings and survey data to uncover friction, confusion and blockers that hurt your conversion rates.

Blog post

Re-engagement sequence

Reconnect with cold leads using messages that feel helpful, not desperate — and revive interest.

Blog post

Recruit participants

Personas shouldn’t be pretty slides. Make them sharp, testable tools that guide messaging and targeting.

Blog post

Run a funnel audit

Review each funnel step to find where users drop off and why — then prioritise fixes with the biggest revenue impact.

Blog post

Run better marketing standups

Use quick, consistent meetings to unblock work and surface wins without wasting time or derailing the week.

Blog post

Run client check-ins

Keep relationships strong by running structured check-ins that surface issues before they become churn.

Blog post

Run the growth meeting

Lead a weekly growth meeting that’s short, structured and focused on solving problems — not just reciting metrics.

Blog post

Sales handover sequence

Bridge the gap between marketing and sales with a nurture flow that prepares leads before the first call.

Blog post

Scroll-stopping ad creatives

Ad creative determines whether your audience stops to look or keeps scrolling past.

Blog post

Segment your audience

Group visitors by behaviour and intent so your remarketing messages feel relevant, not creepy.

Blog post

Separate leads from deals

Don’t treat every inbound contact as a deal. Separate leads from pipeline so you can focus your efforts.

Blog post

Set up reports in GA4

Once your events are tracked, build useful GA4 reports to understand what’s working.

Blog post

Set up your campaign structure

Structure your ad campaigns to test systematically, spend wisely, and scale what works.

Blog post

Set your 90-day focus

Align your team on one measurable growth constraint to improve every week without spinning your wheels or spreading thin.

Blog post

Sharing research findings

Turn interview notes into a six-slide deck senior leaders will green-light in minutes.

Blog post

Stay out of your inbox trap

Handle your email like a pro so it doesn’t constantly interrupt your day or hijack your focus.

Blog post

Streamline team communication

Create shared rules for async and live comms — what to message, where, and when — so updates don’t get missed or repeated.

Blog post

Structure your sales call

Run a consultative sales call that uncovers real needs, handles objections and builds trust from the first question.

Blog post

Track engagement

Monitor which clients are slipping so you can reach out early with context, not desperation.

Blog post

Track key events

Set up conversion tracking for real business actions—like meetings, sign-ups and visits.

Blog post

Turn interviews into insights

You’ve got the interviews. Now what? Turn transcripts into clear, actionable insight that drives growth.

Blog post

Use Kaizen habit loops

Build a culture of small, steady improvements by linking data, discussion and experiments into a repeatable loop.

Blog post

Welcome series

Create a strong first impression with a welcome flow that builds trust and sets expectations for new leads.

Blog post

Write B2B landing pages with AI

Use prompts to outline, write and edit landing page copy that converts — including headlines, CTAs and pain points.

Blog post

Write better emails with AI

Productivity dies in the small stuff. These prompts clear your inbox, summarise messy transcripts and plan the day so you stay on revenue work.

Blog post

Write content that converts

Write clear, helpful content that builds trust and drives action — without resorting to fluff, filler or fake urgency.

Blog post

Write nurture emails that convert

Learn to write emails that are opened, clicked and replied to — using clear structure, relevance and strong copy.

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Blog post

Analyse results

Know how to read experiment results like a pro so you don’t overreact to noise or miss a real lift hiding in the data.

Blog post

Beginner’s tips for prompting

Learn five simple rules that instantly improve your ChatGPT prompts, even if you’ve never used AI seriously before.

Blog post

Better meetings

Change your approach to meetings so they stop wasting time and start driving progress.

Blog post

Build 30 days timeline

Plan your first 30 days with milestones that help clients succeed and give your team a repeatable delivery rhythm.

Blog post

Build a scalable experimentation process

Turn CRO into a repeatable, collaborative workflow that consistently improves your funnel.

Blog post

Build experiment

Learn how to set up and launch experiments with the right tools, data tracking and segmentation — no dev team required.

Blog post

Build your first A/B test

Get your first structured test live—from copy or design to data setup and measurement.

Blog post

Build your internal wiki

Set up a central source of truth for SOPs, templates, and team knowledge so nothing lives in someone’s head or gets lost in Slack.

Blog post

Build your lead list

Find and qualify leads with precision so you can spend less time prospecting and more time closing conversations.

Blog post

Build your sequence

Structure your nurture flow with clear triggers, delays and personalisation that feels natural and timely.

Blog post

Build your weekly scorecard

Set up a scorecard that tracks inputs and outputs weekly so you stay focussed, see issues early and drive steady growth.

Blog post

Calculate what you can afford to spend

Estimate your cost per lead or cost per acquisition to know what traffic channels are financially viable.

Blog post

Clear proposal copywriting

Write proposals that are easy to say yes to by removing fluff, framing outcomes and setting expectations.

Blog post

Close your week with a Firebreak

Use a weekly firebreak to close open loops, reflect, and reset so you can start next week clear and focused.

Blog post

Closing deals and handing over

Bring structure to your closing process so it feels natural, confident and aligned with buyer needs.

Blog post

Cold outreach configuration

Lock in domain, DNS, inbox warm-up and sending volumes before you write a single email.

Blog post

Collect early feedback

Spot issues before churn by collecting lightweight feedback early and often — and knowing what to do with it.

Blog post

Commit and launch your primary channel

Get a structured overview of common B2B traffic channels, grouped by type and how they behave.

Blog post

Coordinate launches without chaos

Plan marketing launches with clarity — deadlines, roles, status — so no one drops the ball at the last mile.

Blog post

Copywriting cold emails

Short, specific, and relevant messages get replies—templates don’t.

Blog post

Create better LinkedIn posts with AI

Stop publishing beige content. Generate LinkedIn posts that sound like you and actually earn reach, without sounding robotic or boring.

Blog post

Create remarketing plan

Design a simple retargeting system that brings warm visitors back at just the right moment.

Blog post

Create retention plan

Build a system for keeping clients engaged long-term with proactive comms, check-ins and value reminders.

Blog post

Create your outreach strategy

Set up a scalable, focused outreach approach that aligns your ICP, offer and messaging before sending a single email.

Blog post

Create your proposal structure

Set up a repeatable proposal framework that’s fast to build and easy for clients to understand and approve.

Blog post

Customer interviews

Customer interviews are the best source of insight—if you know how to run them properly. Most marketers don’t.

Blog post

Customer research goals

Before you start interviews or surveys, get clear on what you actually need to learn to improve your growth strategy.

Blog post

Define content strategy

Create content that’s relevant to your ICP and builds credibility, not vanity metrics.

Blog post

Define what you want to track

Track what matters. Decide which actions support growth and set up clear goals.

Blog post

Define your audience & campaign hook

Create high-performing audiences based on firmographics, behaviour and funnel stage so your budget hits the right people.

Blog post

Define your pipeline stages

Clarify what each stage in your sales pipeline means so everyone works from the same structure.

Blog post

Design ad creatives

Craft remarketing ads that earn trust and attention without repeating your top-of-funnel pitch.

Blog post

Design your experiment

Avoid vague results by designing experiments with strong hypotheses, clear metrics and a trustworthy control group.

Blog post

Design your multi-touch sequence

Structure your campaign across multiple touchpoints using email, LinkedIn or both.

Blog post

Design your onboarding for retention

Good onboarding sets the tone for long-term retention. Make it structured, clear and outcomes-focused.

Blog post

Distribute and repurpose

Make every piece of content work harder by repackaging it for email, LinkedIn and SEO without doubling your effort.

Blog post

Document learnings

Make every experiment compound by capturing what worked, what didn’t and why — so your team gets smarter each sprint.

Blog post

Evergreen newsletter

Set up a timeless email series that delivers ongoing value, educates prospects and keeps your brand top of mind.

Blog post

Experimentation backlog

A pile of test ideas won’t help you grow. Prioritise by impact and feasibility to test smart.

Blog post

Filter internal traffic GA4

Learn how to exclude your own IP address from Google Analytics 4 to keep your data accurate and free from internal traffic noise.

Blog post

Follow up to close deals

Keep deals moving by ending every call or email with a clear next action—no exceptions.

Blog post

Handle objections with confidence

Support your sales team with structured content that removes blockers and builds trust.

Blog post

Handle objections with proof

Address common client doubts inside your proposal so you close faster and with less back-and-forth.

Blog post

Install Tag Manager and GA4

Get the right foundations in place by installing Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics 4 on your site.

Blog post

Keep projects moving with async rituals

Use smart async workflows to keep projects aligned and moving, even when everyone’s calendar is a mess.

Blog post

Lead nurture strategy

Build a smart email nurture strategy that matches your funnel stage and turns leads into pipeline, not unsubscribes.

Blog post

Learn from your experiments

Use results to fuel your next round of tests, refine your backlog, and share learnings across teams.

Blog post

Long-term client relationships

Keep clients engaged mid-cycle by reinforcing value and previewing what’s ahead.

Blog post

Manage your tasks with clarity

Create a trusted task system so you never forget anything and always know what to work on next.

Blog post

Optimise cold campaigns

Optimise your outreach by measuring what matters—opens, replies, and conversions.

Blog post

Optimise or new channel

Know when it’s time to expand your traffic mix versus going deeper on what’s already working.

Blog post

Optimise your LinkedIn profile

Your profile is not a CV—it’s a landing page. Optimise it to attract and convert the right people.

Blog post

Optimise your about page

Build trust and relevance by showing who you help, what you stand for and why you’re the right partner for your prospect.

Blog post

Optimise your contact page

Reduce drop-off by making your contact page frictionless, trustworthy and clear on what happens next after submission.

Blog post

Optimise your demo request page

Streamline your demo request page to reduce drop-offs and increase qualified leads ready to take the next step.

Blog post

Optimise your homepage

Improve your homepage structure, copy and calls to action to make it instantly clear what you do and why it matters.

Blog post

Optimise your lead magnet or product page

Improve clarity, visuals and CTAs to make your lead magnet or product page convert casual browsers into active leads.

Blog post

Optimise your pricing page

Help prospects self-qualify with a pricing page that explains value clearly, handles objections and supports conversions.

Blog post

Plan your week like a pro

Manage your time like your ad budget— get the highest ROI of your time with these tips

Blog post

Post-demo sequence

Follow up after demos with a short series that answers questions, reinforces value and drives momentum.

Blog post

Prompt troubleshooting

Learn how to debug bad AI outputs, fix hallucinations and tighten your prompt logic step by step.

Blog post

Proposal design improvements

Use layout, spacing and visual structure to make your proposal easier to read and more persuasive.

Blog post

Protect your focus

Remove distractions and control your digital environment so you can do high-quality, focused work.

Blog post

Qualify and prepare for the call

Strengthen your pipeline by ensuring every deal is qualified the same way, every time.

Blog post

Qualitative research

Use heatmaps, recordings and survey data to uncover friction, confusion and blockers that hurt your conversion rates.

Blog post

Re-engagement sequence

Reconnect with cold leads using messages that feel helpful, not desperate — and revive interest.

Blog post

Recruit participants

Personas shouldn’t be pretty slides. Make them sharp, testable tools that guide messaging and targeting.

Blog post

Run a funnel audit

Review each funnel step to find where users drop off and why — then prioritise fixes with the biggest revenue impact.

Blog post

Run better marketing standups

Use quick, consistent meetings to unblock work and surface wins without wasting time or derailing the week.

Blog post

Run client check-ins

Keep relationships strong by running structured check-ins that surface issues before they become churn.

Blog post

Run the growth meeting

Lead a weekly growth meeting that’s short, structured and focused on solving problems — not just reciting metrics.

Blog post

Sales handover sequence

Bridge the gap between marketing and sales with a nurture flow that prepares leads before the first call.

Blog post

Scroll-stopping ad creatives

Ad creative determines whether your audience stops to look or keeps scrolling past.

Blog post

Segment your audience

Group visitors by behaviour and intent so your remarketing messages feel relevant, not creepy.

Blog post

Separate leads from deals

Don’t treat every inbound contact as a deal. Separate leads from pipeline so you can focus your efforts.

Blog post

Set up reports in GA4

Once your events are tracked, build useful GA4 reports to understand what’s working.

Blog post

Set up your campaign structure

Structure your ad campaigns to test systematically, spend wisely, and scale what works.

Blog post

Set your 90-day focus

Align your team on one measurable growth constraint to improve every week without spinning your wheels or spreading thin.

Blog post

Sharing research findings

Turn interview notes into a six-slide deck senior leaders will green-light in minutes.

Blog post

Stay out of your inbox trap

Handle your email like a pro so it doesn’t constantly interrupt your day or hijack your focus.

Blog post

Streamline team communication

Create shared rules for async and live comms — what to message, where, and when — so updates don’t get missed or repeated.

Blog post

Structure your sales call

Run a consultative sales call that uncovers real needs, handles objections and builds trust from the first question.

Blog post

Track engagement

Monitor which clients are slipping so you can reach out early with context, not desperation.

Blog post

Track key events

Set up conversion tracking for real business actions—like meetings, sign-ups and visits.

Blog post

Turn interviews into insights

You’ve got the interviews. Now what? Turn transcripts into clear, actionable insight that drives growth.

Blog post

Use Kaizen habit loops

Build a culture of small, steady improvements by linking data, discussion and experiments into a repeatable loop.

Blog post

Welcome series

Create a strong first impression with a welcome flow that builds trust and sets expectations for new leads.

Blog post

Write B2B landing pages with AI

Use prompts to outline, write and edit landing page copy that converts — including headlines, CTAs and pain points.

Blog post

Write better emails with AI

Productivity dies in the small stuff. These prompts clear your inbox, summarise messy transcripts and plan the day so you stay on revenue work.

Blog post

Write content that converts

Write clear, helpful content that builds trust and drives action — without resorting to fluff, filler or fake urgency.

Blog post

Write nurture emails that convert

Learn to write emails that are opened, clicked and replied to — using clear structure, relevance and strong copy.

Replace random tactics & traffic spikes with solid B2B growth

Short videos and plug-and-play templates teach you the full 14-week growth plan. Study when it suits you and launch the cycle at your own pace.