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Freelance Social Media Manager & Graphic Designer. Helping small businesses and individuals become more confident with their social media.

Also a passionate Graphic Designer who enjoys brand & logo design.

04/11/2024

New month = new routine.

I’ve never been great at eating breakfast, as mornings are nearly always a rush. This month however I am trying a new breakfast (that tastes more like a dessert!) in the hope I can start my day more positively and look after myself a bit better 😊 The granola is so delicious too!

It’s the penultimate month of the year! For many, especially small business owners, it’s now the countdown to Christmas. Often we get to this point and think, I’ll wait until January to make a change, but why do we do this?

What change could you make to your routine - business or personal - that could make a massive difference to how you feel at the end of the year?

Need help with your social media content or graphics? Fancy delegating your blog or newsletter copywriting to free up your time?

Send me a message and let’s have a chat to see how I can support you 🧡

13/09/2024

As summer draws to an end, I want to share with you why I am excited for the start of the next season: Autumn 🍁

🌟 New projects at work (few people start new things over the summer in my experience)

🎃 Pumpkins - seeing them just fills me with joy!

📓 New stationery - I fully dive into the “back to school” vibe

🧡 Creating new habits

🍂 The changing colours around me - my branding is full of Autumnal colours!

Are you excited for the season change ahead? Is there one thing in particular or do you love it all?

09/09/2024

When do you get that ‘new year’ feeling?

January is usually considered the “fresh start” month due to it being the start of a new year. People make resolutions, start fitness regimes & diets and often clear out clutter, especially after getting new things at Christmas.

For me, however, I get this feeling in the Autumn.

After the long Summer holidays, I am excited to get stuck into new projects at work and at home. Maybe it’s the “back to school” feeling that carried on into adulthood? Do you get this feeling too?

Hands up if you’ve at least bought yourself a new notebook 🖐 Let me know in the comments - I can’t be the only one!

16/08/2024

It’s my birthday this weekend, so I thought I’d do an offer to celebrate! 🎉

From now until the end of August, I’m offering 25% off a 1:1 session with me. The 1:1 session doesn’t have to take place in August, but it must be booked this month.

For more information and to check availability, please send me an email titled “Eve’s Birthday Offer” to [email protected]

Right, I’m off to buy a cake! 🍰

09/08/2024

A very simple message today...take some time out for you!

Life is busy. Being a small business owner can take over and we can forget to do things for ourselves.

If you are reading this, take it as a sign that you should:

🔸Have an Ice Cream
🔸Go for a walk
🔸Drink a cup of tea in the garden
🔸Read your book
🔸Dance in the kitchen to your favourite song

Have a break, doing something you enjoy 😁

06/08/2024

Which things in your business do you wish you had more time to do?

🔸Perfecting your products or services
🔸Connecting with your community, clients or customers
🔸Letting your creativity flow and seeing what happens
🔸Conducting market research to see what your competitors are up to

What’s stopping you from doing these things?

If content creation and social media are things you do for your business because you HAVE to not because you WANT to, then I can help take them off your plate!

Let’s get you back to doing what you want to do, not what you have to. Let's give you time to dream.

Drop me a message to learn more and pop the hypothetical kettle on ☕

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👋🏻 I’m Eve, the founder of Sturdy Socials and Design. I specialise in social media, blog writing, newsletters and more for compassionate small business owners with big dreams but not enough time in the day to get them done!

31/07/2024

I love co-working sessions 🙌

Recently I have been joining in with online co-working sessions on courses I am doing alongside my own business. They are in the “day” part of my shift and alter the structure of my week as they are at set times, and I am really enjoying them.

It’s lovely to have company during the day, as it can be lonely working from home, despite my faithful four legged companion.

I also find that I am often inspired and most definitely motivated by talking to others during the sessions. I’m not sure if it’s because everyone is so focused (after the initial chat at the beginning) or if it’s a desire to prove I’ve done something in the set time, but I am much more productive too.

Have you done any co-working recently? Do you do it online or in-person?

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👋🏻 I’m Eve, the founder of Sturdy Socials and Design. I take content creation and social media jobs off your plate to give you back the time to spend doing the things you actually *want* to do. Send me a message if this sounds like something you need in your life 🧡

30/07/2024

Lacking in motivation? Struggling to tick things off your to do list? Has your inspiration vanished?

You need an accountability buddy!

Book a 1:1 session with me and that is what you will get 🙌 During the session we will have a chat about what you are working on, discuss your ideas, and find out exactly what you need help with.

Prices start from £60 for 90-minutes. To book, send me an email to [email protected]

Let’s get your to do list sorted, find your inspiration and give you a huge motivational boost 🚀

29/07/2024

What is your favourite thing about where you work?

Is it the view from your desk? Do you have a brilliant bakery just around the corner? Is it your lovely co-workers? Perhaps it’s your commute - a nice walk through some greenery?

Mine is that when I have a break, I can have cuddles with Bear 🐾 He isn’t great at problem solving, but he gets me out in the fresh air and away from my desk for 10 minutes. He is also very happy to help share my lunch! He really is a brilliant colleague 🤣

📷 Image credit to the amazing 🤩

27/07/2024

I often forget to ask for feedback or a review when working with my clients, but it’s something I am striving to do better.

Kimberley @‌orderedspace was such fun to work with and it was a joy to see her confidence and understanding build over our time working together. If you need help organising your life, she is your woman! 🙌🏻

Are you looking for someone to help you create content for your business? 👋🏻 I’m Eve, the founder of Sturdy Socials and Design. I take content creation and social media jobs off your plate to give you back the time to spend doing the things you actually *want* to do!

Send me a message if you fancy a chat and I'll stick the hypothetical kettle on 😊

22/07/2024

19/07/2024

For the past few weeks I’ve been helping my clients get ready for summer 🌞

It started with an email to let them know when I will be away and when I will be working over the summer break. This then prompted them to book me for projects before the end of the month. 🙌

I was really honest about when I would be able to work and how they can reach me with anything urgent. And it’s made me feel a lot more prepared for the summer ahead.

Summer is often seen as a time when businesses close, but in actual fact most of us are still working away, but our capacity is just a little different. We might be taking time off for a holiday or visiting family/friends, or juggling childcare, but work is still very much a part of our summer.

How is your summer looking? Are you packed and ready to jet off somewhere, or is it business as usual with the potential of some nicer lunch breaks in the sun (here’s hoping!)? Let me know 😊

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👋🏻 I’m Eve, the founder of Sturdy Socials and Design. I specialise in social media, blog writing, newsletters and more for compassionate small business owners with big dreams but not enough time in the day to get them done!

📷 Image credit to the amazing @‌lucyhannahbranding 🤩

17/07/2024

Be honest. Can anything be outsourced in your business?

Is there anything that you would feel happy to let someone else do for you, so you can have more time to do the things you really enjoy in your business?

Do you need ongoing support with social media (scheduling posts, hashtag research, creating captions etc.)? Or do you have ideas but you can’t get to grips with the design. Is Canva your nemesis?

Are you passionate about your business until it comes to promoting it and then you get imposter syndrome and want to hide?

Or do you need support for just a few months? Are we coming up to your busiest time of the year and having someone else tackle your content would free you up to do all the other things you need/want to do?

If any of the above sounds like you, drop me a message and pop the hypothetical kettle on – mine’s a strong Yorkshire Tea with milk, always 😊

15/07/2024

In an office environment, you will often chat about ideas without realising it. Perhaps at lunchtime or when you are making a drink, or picking something up from the printer etc.

These small unintentional conversations can make a big difference and it’s often why working in an office, despite the usually noisy environment, can be so productive.

If you are looking for someone to bounce ideas off, problem solve with you and help you decide what to do next, then please drop me a message. Let's pop the kettle on and have a chat.

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👋🏻 I’m Eve, the founder of Sturdy Socials and Design. I take content creation and social media jobs off your plate to give you back the time to spend doing the things you actually *want* to do. I specialise in social media, blog writing, newsletters and more for compassionate small business owners with big dreams but not enough time in the day to get them done!

12/07/2024

I didn't used to set goals regularly at all, but since joining The Best 90 Days Ever by Hannah Isted and Your Brand Blueprint by Fliss Lee, I now set goals every quarter.

Here are mine for Q3 and I've tried to make them a bit lighter (and hopefully achievable) for the summer ☀

Huge shout out to these 3 amazing women who inspire me:

💡 Hannah Isted - HI Communications
💛 Fliss Lee - Honest Folk
🌟 Sophie Greenwood - The Creative Incubator

Do you set goals for each quarter of the year? Or do you set goals for each week or month instead? Or perhaps you don't set any goals?

I'd love to know - tell me in the comments 😊

10/07/2024

When you are wearing all the hats in your own business, it can be a struggle to stay positive 24-7.

And you don’t need to.

Owning your own business is fantastic, but it’s also really hard work and because we are our own bosses, it’s often us who piles the pressure on ourselves until the overwhelm takes over.

So this is a sign to pause for a moment, breathe, and be kind to yourself.

Oh, and make a brew - you deserve one, and eat a biscuit…you always need a biscuit 🧡

08/07/2024

I truly believe that who you surround yourself in business with is so important.

Whether it’s the people you pay, the people who pay you, or the people who cheerlead you from the side lines, the impact the right people have on your life (and your business) is incredible.

Here’s just 3 of mine:

1. Sally, my first ever (and still current!) client. 💜 Sally is a huge inspiration to me, and gave me the chance to grow in a nurtured and supportive environment, and with encouragement my confidence grew 🙌

2. My mum, who was the one who suggested I apply to work with Sally in the first place – a pivotal moment in my career.

3. And my son, who is my “why”. I want him to be able to do whatever he wants to in life and feel he can follow his dreams. By dreaming myself and pushing those dreams into a reality, I want to show him that anything is possible.

This is why I specialise in working with small businesses who are compassionate, caring, and kind – because they understand the importance and the value of building out the right team.

Looking for a content creator and social media whizz to add to yours? 👋🏻 I’m Eve, the founder of Sturdy Socials and Design. I take content creation and social media jobs off your plate to give you back the time to spend doing the things you actually *want* to do!

05/07/2024

We’ve had some sunshine, soaring temperatures and summer vibes 🙌 Hopefully there will be more to come…although I believe we have some rain forecast first!

Did the sunny weather inspire you to prep your summer content? Or do you need some ideas to help with your planning now, or to save for later?

Here are my summer content prompts for service businesses (as promised).

Take a look and see what ideas they might spark 💡

I hope the suggestions assist you with your content over the summer and do let me know how you get on.

If you need more support and would like to book a 1:1 session with me to discuss what you are working on and see what you need help with, send me a message. I’d love to hear from you 😊
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👋🏻 I’m Eve, the founder of Sturdy Socials and Design. I take content creation and social media jobs off your plate to give you back the time to spend doing the things you actually *want* to do!

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Summer 2024 you’ve been glorious! Blue skies, sunshine and lots of memories 🧡 We had a fab week on the Norfolk Broads, spent a lot of time doing all the wonderful free things in Newark, ate Ice Cream and enjoyed crafting and baking at home. It was bliss. Now I’m looking forward to some routine and to see what Autumn will bring. Cosy jumpers here we come… #Summer2024 #ItsBeenABlast #BlueSkiesForDays #MakingMemoriesTogether #NorfolkBroads #NewarkOnTrent

Lacking in motivation? Struggling to tick things off your to do list? Has your inspiration vanished? You need an accountability buddy! Book a 1:1 session with me and that is what you will get 🙌 During the session we will have a chat about what you are working on, discuss your ideas, and find out exactly what you need help with. Prices start from £60 for 90-minutes. To book, send me an email to [email protected] Let’s get your to do list sorted, find your inspiration and give you a huge motivational boost 🚀

It may feel like a long way off, especially with the summer holidays about to begin for many, but as soon as it’s September and the kids go back to school the Christmas countdown begins! This post isn’t meant to scare anyone, but more to prepare you. Is there anything you can be doing now to prepare for Christmas? It can feel odd writing about the season ahead, but last week it felt like November and we had Hot Chocolates before bed! British summer at it’s best 🤣 #ContentPlanning #ContentCreation #ContentCreating #ChristmasContent #CreativeContentDesign #ContentCreationIdeas #SocialMediaSupport #SocialMediaIdeas #YourWhy #YourBusiness #SmallBusinessSupportUK #SmallBusinessOwnerLife #SmallBizLife #SayHelloSmallBusinesses #NewarkNottinghamshire

In an office environment, you will often chat about ideas without realising it. Perhaps at lunchtime or when you are making a drink, or picking something up from the printer etc. These small unintentional conversations can make a big difference and it’s often why working in an office, despite the usually noisy environment, can be so productive. If you are looking for someone to bounce ideas off, problem solve with you and help you decide what to do next, then please drop me a message. Let's pop the kettle on and have a chat. ~~~~~~ 👋🏻 I’m Eve, the founder of Sturdy Socials and Design. I take content creation and social media jobs off your plate to give you back the time to spend doing the things you actually *want* to do. I specialise in social media, blog writing, newsletters and more for compassionate small business owners with big dreams but not enough time in the day to get them done!

When you are wearing all the hats in your own business, it can be a struggle to stay positive 24-7. And you don’t need to. Owning your own business is fantastic, but it’s also really hard work and because we are our own bosses, it’s often us who piles the pressure on ourselves until the overwhelm takes over. So this is a sign to pause for a moment, breathe, and be kind to yourself. Oh, and make a brew - you deserve one, and eat a biscuit…you always need a biscuit 🧡

Think about how much time you'd free up if you weren't writing your content. 🌻 You could be out in the garden enjoying the flowers. 😎 You could be at the beach, soaking up the sun. 🛍 You could be picking up a bargain in a charity shop. 🍺 You could be sipping a cold beverage at your local pub. 🧡 You could be doing the things you ‘want’ to do. If content creation and social media are things you do for your business because you have to, not because you want to, then I can help take them off your plate! Drop me a message to learn more and pop the hypothetical kettle on – mine’s a strong Yorkshire Tea with milk, always. ‌ 👋🏻 I’m Eve, the founder of Sturdy Socials and Design. I specialise in social media, blog writing, newsletters and more for compassionate small business owners with big dreams but not enough time in the day to get them done!

Welcome to my Studio 🙌 It's peaceful, bright, and I have everything I need at my fingertips. Confession - it's not always this tidy! I normally call it my office, but I was trying out the word studio and I rather like it - feels more creative somehow 🧡 🎉 This is the place where I create content to build your community, engage your audience and keep you front of mind, while you create the future you want to see. If content creation and social media are things you do for your business because you have to, not because you want to, then I can help take them off your plate! Drop me a message to learn more and pop the hypothetical kettle on – mine’s a strong Yorkshire Tea with milk, always 😊 #WhereIWork #MyColourfulStudio #ColourfulHomeOffice #CreativeContentDesign #SocialMediaSupport #YourBusiness #SmallBusinessSupportUK #SmallBizLife #NewarkNottinghamshire

Sometimes life gets busy, and my May seems to have been one of the busiest. However, this weekend I managed to take some video of the beautiful flowers in our garden and I am so pleased I did. Do you have some great videos stored in your phone that you might have forgotten about? Could you use them to promote your business and what you do? Here is your reminder to have a look and save them in a separate album to use later on. Your future self will thank you ☺️ #ContentForReels #SaveForLater #HeresYourReminder #YourFutureSelfWillThankYou #SocialMediaIdeas #ContentCreationIdeas

Merry Christmas!

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas! 🌟🎄🎁✨ #merrychristmas #happychristmas #manyblessingsuponyouandyours #atimeforfamilyandfriends #sturdysocialsanddesign

Can't beat a freshly brewed cuppa, especially in my favourite mug Brew Tea Company Ready to tackle the inbox now!

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