Advisoryman Agency Insight · Common questions

What actually happens in a first conversation with you?

It's a relaxed call, usually thirty to forty minutes. We ask what prompted you to look for help, what you've already tried, and what a good outcome would look like. No pitch deck, no pressure to sign anything on the day.

Do you work with small businesses or only established brands?

Both. We've helped pre-launch founders work out what they stand for, and we've helped teams of fifty tighten messaging that had grown muddled. The work differs in scale, not in kind.

How long does a typical engagement run?

A focused piece of positioning work often takes three to six weeks. Broader programmes with research, workshops and rollout support run longer. We'll give you a realistic timeline in writing before you commit.

What do you need from us to get started?

Access to the people who know the business best, whatever existing research or brand material you have, and a willingness to disagree with us in the room. Honest input beats polished documentation every time.

Can you work alongside our existing agency or marketing team?

Yes, and we often do. We handle the strategic thinking and hand it over in a form your designers, writers and media buyers can use straight away, or we stay involved through delivery if that's more useful.

What does it cost, and how do you bill?

We quote a fixed fee per project once we understand the scope, so there are no surprise hours. Ongoing support is billed monthly. If the budget doesn't fit, we'll say so early rather than stretch the work.