Cost is a function of hours for us and hours are defined by the scope and scale of the engagement. You can engage us on a project basis or you may need our bundled, retainer services. Either way, we can assist you in determining the best course of action and associated budgets. Based on the area or expertise, our hourly rates vary but for a broad number - our blended rate is $80/hr.
So and so charges less than you. Can you match them?
We are industry veterans that bring a lot of cost saving in terms of doing it right the first time. This does not mean that we are overpriced or expensive, but we do want to be compensated fairly for our time and effort. On large projects, we can spread the cost over several months. We are always open for discussion and ask the same of you.
Can you start right away?
Hopefully the answer is “yes” - but we have to check our current commitments and run a chemistry check (sorry we actually liked science back in school). Contact us and we can answer both questions.
I’ve never worked with a marketing consultant before. Can you tell me what to expect?
We are not an advertising agency. Which means we don’t have legions of Account Exe cutives and Media Buyers, etc. We offer creative and design services for offline and online mediums. Anything from business cards to mobile-ready websites. Sounds like an advertising agency (except for the mobile part)? Yes, but that’s where the similarities end. Our team works with your marketing teams to solve marketing and business issues. Anything from what is the best way to gain more market share to introducing a new product/service in an untapped market to solving brand issues to fixing solving growth stagnation to expanding into a franchise model. We do the thinking, the analyzing, the planning and then the agency work - the execution.
Can you recommend any other marketing consultant?
Yes we can. It is important to shop and be patient and smart with the decision you are making. We will be clear about our services and deliverables and leave the decision-making to you. If there isn‘t a fit at this time, we will guide you in the right direction. Even if helping means referring you to a competitor.
Our time, our knowledge, our service, and our experience. Based on the need, we will provide you with hard costs such as printing, paper, banners, ad placement, etc.
How long will the project take to complete?
Every engagement will be preceded with a schedule of tasks and timeline. We work towards meeting every deadline, every time. However, there are things that will always remain out of our control. For example, we really wanted the Atlanta Braves to win the last World Series - alas, it was not the case. We blame the pricing and logistics of procuring in-field hot dogs.
What does the process involve?
Depending on the project or engagement:
- We get a preliminary idea of what you are looking for
- We meet with you and some of your staff and go through Discovery
- We will then do some competitive and industry research
- We will get back to you with a plan and associated costs and a loose timeline
- On approval we will solidify the timeline and set deadlines
- Depending on the budget and timeline, we will show you design comprehensives and have you approve before final work is started
- At various review points during the project we will show you progress
- On delivery, we will recommend benchmarks to monitor results
- After reviewing and analyzing we may recommend, if possible, tweaks and adjustments
- Bottom line: we stick to what we said we’ll do, keep you in the loop, deliver on time and track results
What exactly do I receive during the course of the project/engagement?
You can expect budgets and schedules to stay constant; keeping you apprised every step of the way; working diligently, intelligently and creatively; making sure that results are monitored; ensure good reporting.
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