In my work with early-stage companies, there's usually been a need for me to roll up my sleeves and handle much of the executional work myself. I've got no problem with that. Here are a few selected examples of the work I've done, both strategic and executional.
Setting direction, getting everybody on the same page, and planning for sustained success.
See the marketing component of an yearly companywide kickoff meeting.
At Smart Lunches, we were disciplined about using weekly NPS feedback to drive product development.
In an early-stage company, prioritizing among the many pressing marketing needs is critical.
Finding a way to communicate that motivates behavioral change is marketing's first and most important objective.
You can't message effectively without a nuanced understanding of the needs and motivations of everyone you're trying to reach.
A detailed message hierarchy outlines exactly what to say to whom, and when. It greatly enhances the consistency of every communications effort.
A message is only effective if it's used consistently. See how I help get the entire sales team singing off the same song sheet.
In a SaaS business, in the eyes of your prospects, your web experience is who you are. I've personally designed, written, and built websites that significantly enhance a young company's market presence.
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Marketing inevitably involves writing. I like to write.
I design and create materials that make early stage companies look especially polished and established ... and importantly, that motivate targeted prospects to act.