Recent projects
Here's a selection of interesting projects we've been working on...
We provide independent social media advice, founded in hands-on experience...
– Social Operating Model –
In large enterprises social media governance can become complex. We’ll help your organisation review, simplify and optimise the internal capabilities that underpin the approach to social.
– Social Media Roadmap –
Social media presents so many opportunities for small & medium sized businesses. We’ll swiftly evaluate your current use of social against a best-practice framework and provide a roadmap of practical activities to help super-charge your approach.
– Training Workshops –
Fun, fast-paced and packed with real examples. We’ll tailor interactive workshops to help set up social media managers, wider teams or senior stakeholders for success.
Blog
Why the KISS principle 💋 is more important for social media than ever before
I was recently reminded of a post I wrote in January discussing how brands could simplify their approach to social media. Ten months later and the principle of ‘keep it simple stupid‘ actually feels more relevant than ever. In this post I outline six challenges brands face in today’s social media space and six subsequent suggestions […]
To stand out in social media, ignore the screen and be more like Alice
There’s a local department store I visit and my lasting impression is usually of the friendly smile and welcoming conversation from Alice, one of the sales assistants. It always strikes me that many of the characteristics of these face-to-face interactions could and should be used more often by social media community managers.
How Facebook and Twitter have unlocked a goldmine of insight into your competitors 🔑
In the last few weeks Facebook and Twitter have both lifted the lid on how advertisers are using paid ads on their platforms. In short this means anyone can see all of the active ads that are currently live, including unpublished or ‘dark’ posts which don’t appear directly on advertisers’ Facebook pages. This is big […]
Our services:
We provide our clients with a wide range of services such as running global audits, developing playbooks, advising on social media management tools and delivering training.
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Why do I need slp consulting?:
Drawing on 13 years of management consulting, agency and client-side experience, we combine strong process, creativity and real experience of what works and what doesn’t. Plus we’ve been lucky enough to support some of the biggest UK brands across a range of sectors.
About us:
slp consulting was founded by Simon Preece in 2014, former management consultant and head of social at Sainsbury’s. The objective? To help organisations better manage the impact of social media on their consumers, prospects and employees.
Client testimonials
Jem Fawcus, Group CEO, FirefishSimon really helped us make sense of the initially confusing array of platforms, and made sure we selected the right partner. Highly recommended.
Adam Trainis, Head of Brand, gamesysSimon’s presentation covered all the key points we required and highlighted valuable areas for us to focus on
Andy Waller, COO, Hall & PartnersSimon’s work is transforming how we use social reading to enhance the strategic advice we provide our clients.
Tom Denford, Chief Strategy Officer, ID CommsThe level of social media expertise Simon was able to apply to the diagnostic was invaluable.
Neil Douthwaite, Insight Manager, Syren StrategyI don’t think we will ever see a better use of this type of [social data] analysis.
Nina Ghita, Marketing Manager, ROX JewelleryYour research and presentation was insightful and educational. We found it very useful that you provided us with clear, easy to implement short term actions as well as great long term improvements and strategy.
Robyn Glen, Head of Digital, Slimming WorldThe team thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and found the guidance really useful. It’s set us on the right path for developing our approach.
Katie Lee, Managing Director, Gravity RoadThe quality of the work is fantastic and Simon has the ability to work both as a consultant who dips in and out but he can also take control of projects and keep the momentum going end to end.
Chris Hall, Customer Response Manager, The FAThe workshop was superb, and from the flow of ideas I’ve had from the team since, it’s clearly made a big impact and excited them as well. The session was exactly what we wanted.
