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...
– Reviews & Audits –
We help organisations of all sizes assess their existing social media approach against best practice and analyse how effectively it supports their business objectives.
– Recommendations & Roadmaps –
We deliver pragmatic, tailored recommendations organised into phased roadmaps, helping clients grow and mature their social media approach.
– Training & Support –
We create fun, fast-paced and interactive workshops to set-up teams for success, plus ongoing support to help them deliver their strategic social media plans.
Blog
Was 2020 just tactical firefighting on social media? (and why a social media framework is the fix)
In the face of widespread change and disruption, most businesses had to adapt how they did business in 2020. For social media teams this often meant focusing time on tactical communications instead of delivering against strategic plans. In 2021 strong social media frameworks will be the key for helping teams navigate the new normal without feeling like everything is reactive firefighting.
🎶 Organic social. What is it good for? Absolutely…
Ever since promoted posts starting appearing in our social media newsfeeds, the role of organic social has been a topic for discussion. As 2020 starts drawing to a close, how are businesses approaching organic content and does it still have a role to play?
Shhhh! Why comments on social media could be a dying breed 🤫
What would you say is the most unique characteristic of social media compared to other marketing channels such as email or display ads? Top of my list is the ability for the audience to respond, rather than just being broadcast to. Yet this is beginning to change, as social networks quietly phase in the ability to […]
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 over 14 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.
Try our Social Business 20 quiz:
Answer 20 multiple choice questions to see how your organisation’s social media setup compares to industry best practice. It’s free, takes 6 minutes to complete and we don’t ask for any contact details.
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
Arnold Ma, Founder, Quminslp consulting use their ability to build effective, pragmatic social media strategies, across Chinese and Western platforms, to ensure clients realise actual business benefits.
Mark Gilbert, Head of Content Marketing, Virgin BetSimon and the team at slp consulting have been first class to deal with in helping set up our social media customer service strategy.
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
Fran Alberry, Head of Cultural Insight, FirefishIt was a wonderful session. Thanks again for being so adaptable. We got so much out of it.
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.
