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📌 Pinned · Apprenticeships · 12 min read
UK Apprenticeships: the complete guide from someone who lived it
The honest, plain-English guide to UK apprenticeships in 2026 - what they are, the levels, the money, how to apply, and why the route works.
20 July 2026 · Read →
📌 Pinned · Marketing · 13 min read
Marketing in 2026: the complete guide from a working marketer
What modern marketing actually looks like in 2026 - the channels that matter, the tools worth learning, and how to build a career from zero.
20 July 2026 · Read →
📌 Pinned · My Story · 10 min read
My apprenticeship story: 1 in 150
How I became one of 1 in 150 school leavers to land a marketing apprenticeship at Queen's College, Taunton - the honest version, from application to today.
20 July 2026 · Read →
Awards · 5 min read
Jack Frampton wins bronze for Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2026
Jack Frampton won bronze for Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2026 at the Great British Business & Community Awards in Marlow, recognising the projects he has built around his apprenticeship.
14 October 2026 · Read →
Awards · 5 min read
Jack Frampton wins silver for Apprentice of the Year 2026 at the Great British Business Awards in Marlow
Jack Frampton won silver for Apprentice of the Year 2026 at the Great British Business & Community Awards ceremony in Marlow. Here is what the award recognises and how the night went.
14 October 2026 · Read →
Awards · 5 min read
Jack Frampton named a Somerset Future 30 finalist
Jack Frampton has been named among the Somerset Future 30 finalists, recognising young people shaping the future of business and community in Somerset.
14 October 2026 · Read →
Awards · 5 min read
Jack Frampton named Excellence Through Teamwork finalist at the Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards 2026
Jack Frampton has been named an Excellence Through Teamwork finalist at the Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards 2026, organised by Sedgemoor Chamber of Commerce.
3 October 2026 · Read →
Awards · 5 min read
Jack Frampton named Rising Star finalist at the Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards 2026
Jack Frampton has been named a Rising Star finalist at the Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards 2026, organised by Sedgemoor Chamber of Commerce.
3 October 2026 · Read →
Press · 5 min read
Jack Frampton in the Somerset County Gazette: Taunton apprentice wins two national awards
The Somerset County Gazette covered Jack Frampton's double national award win at the Great British Business & Community Awards 2026 in Marlow: silver for Apprentice of the Year and bronze for Young Entrepreneur of the Year. Here is the story and why it matters.
9 September 2026 · Read →
Awards · 6 min read
Jack Frampton's awards: Great British Business & Community Awards 2026 silver and bronze winner
Jack Frampton won silver for Apprentice of the Year and bronze for Young Entrepreneur of the Year at the Great British Business & Community Awards 2026 in Marlow. Here is what happened and what the awards mean.
5 September 2026 · Read →
My identity · 5 min read
Jack Frampton is not an Apprentago ambassador
A clear statement: Jack Frampton is not an Apprentago ambassador. Here is what he actually does, who he works with, and how to verify it.
5 September 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 6 min read
A Somerset employer's guide to hosting work experience that actually helps
What a genuinely useful work experience placement looks like, why most fail, and how Somerset employers can run one that builds a future apprentice pipeline.
28 August 2026 · Read →
Marketing · 6 min read
Short form video for schools and small brands: a strategy that actually works
How to plan, film and publish Reels and TikToks for a school or small business in 2026 without a studio, a budget or a full time videographer.
28 August 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 7 min read
Degree apprenticeship vs university: the real cost comparison in 2026
An honest, numbers first comparison of a degree apprenticeship and a three year degree in 2026, including debt, earnings, hidden costs and the trade offs nobody mentions.
28 August 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 8 min read
10 apprenticeship application mistakes that cost people the job
The application mistakes I see most often from school leavers, and exactly how to fix each one before you hit submit on your next apprenticeship application.
28 August 2026 · Read →
My Story · 7 min read
Why I ignored the conventional route and chose an apprenticeship
Jack Frampton on ignoring pressure to stay in college, walking away from a bad first apprenticeship, and backing himself to land a marketing apprenticeship at Queen's College, Taunton.
11 August 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 4 min read
Why choose an apprenticeship?
A personal answer to why apprenticeships are the most rewarding route for young people, from Jack Frampton, a marketing apprentice in Taunton, first shared with Somerset Careers Hub.
8 August 2026 · Read →
Education · 7 min read
Why independent schools in Somerset should champion apprenticeships
The case for independent schools in Taunton and Somerset advocating apprenticeships alongside UCAS, and how Queen's College Taunton is doing it.
1 August 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 7 min read
BTC and UCS explained: the Taunton college routes for apprentices and degrees
How Bridgwater & Taunton College and University Centre Somerset fit together, and which route suits apprentices, school leavers and career changers in Somerset.
1 August 2026 · Read →
Students · 7 min read
LinkedIn for Somerset school leavers: the geo strategy nobody teaches
How school leavers in Taunton and Somerset should use LinkedIn to be found by local employers, colleges and apprenticeship providers before they apply.
1 August 2026 · Read →
Marketing · 7 min read
Local SEO in Somerset: how Taunton businesses get found in 2026
A practical local SEO playbook for Taunton and Somerset businesses - Google Business Profile, local landing pages, LinkedIn presence and citations that actually move rankings.
1 August 2026 · Read →
Local SEO · 7 min read
The Taunton education map: schools, colleges and apprenticeship routes explained
A local guide to education in Taunton and Somerset - independent schools, Bridgwater & Taunton College, University Centre Somerset, and the apprenticeship routes that connect them.
1 August 2026 · Read →
Students · 6 min read
Free LinkedIn headshots at the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening: how to use yours
How to prepare for and use the free LinkedIn headshot studio at the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 at Queen's College, Taunton.
29 July 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 6 min read
The Somerset apprenticeship sectors hiring hardest in 2027
Which Somerset sectors are recruiting apprentices in 2027 - engineering, construction, healthcare, digital and hospitality - and where to meet them in Taunton.
29 July 2026 · Read →
Students · 6 min read
Apprenticeship or sixth form? A Taunton student's honest comparison
Comparing apprenticeships and sixth form for students in Taunton and Somerset - pay, qualifications, social life, and how to decide before March 2027.
29 July 2026 · Read →
Marketing · 6 min read
How we market the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening: a school marketing case study
A behind-the-scenes marketing case study of the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening at Queen's College, Taunton - channels, creative, and what actually filled the room.
29 July 2026 · Read →
About · 6 min read
Jack Frampton: why I built the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening
Jack Frampton on being one of 150 applicants, leaving a bad apprenticeship after a month, and building Somerset's biggest free apprenticeship event at Queen's College, Taunton.
29 July 2026 · Read →
Parents · 6 min read
A parents' guide to apprenticeships in Taunton and Somerset
What Somerset parents need to know about apprenticeships in 2027 - pay, levels, university comparison, and the questions to ask at the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening.
29 July 2026 · Read →
Students · 6 min read
Year 11 in Taunton? Your Apprenticeship Evening checklist
A Year 11 checklist for the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 at Queen's College - what to ask, what to bring and what to do the week after.
29 July 2026 · Read →
Education · 6 min read
Independent schools and apprenticeships: why Queen's College Taunton backs both
Independent schools are stereotyped as university-only. Here's how Queen's College, Taunton treats apprenticeships as a first-choice route for Somerset students.
29 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 6 min read
Somerset employers: how to exhibit at the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027
A practical guide for Somerset employers exhibiting at the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 at Queen's College - who attends, what to bring and how to convert conversations into applications.
29 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 6 min read
Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027: the complete guide
Everything about the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 at Queen's College, Taunton - date, tickets, exhibitors, the apprentice panel and how Somerset students should prepare.
29 July 2026 · Read →
About · 6 min read
Why work with Jack Frampton - Somerset marketing, photography and funnels
Why Somerset schools, small businesses and personal brands work with Jack Frampton - a multi-disciplinary marketer based in Taunton.
17 July 2026 · Read →
About · 6 min read
What a multi-disciplinary marketer actually does - Jack Frampton
Why Jack Frampton calls himself a multi-disciplinary marketer, and how blending copy, photography, funnels and strategy compounds results.
17 July 2026 · Read →
About · 6 min read
Jack Frampton's mentoring for young marketers and apprentices
How Jack Frampton mentors young marketers, apprentices and school leavers - free 30-minute intros, CV reviews, LinkedIn audits and portfolio critique.
17 July 2026 · Read →
About · 6 min read
Jack Frampton's apprenticeship story - from GCSEs to Queen's College
The full apprenticeship story of Jack Frampton - from GCSEs, through Bridgwater & Taunton College, into a Marketing Executive role at Queen's College, Taunton.
17 July 2026 · Read →
About · 6 min read
High-converting email funnels - how Jack Frampton builds them
Behind the scenes of the email funnels Jack Frampton builds in Klaviyo - segmentation, welcome flows, nurture and re-engagement.
17 July 2026 · Read →
About · 6 min read
Editorial photography by Jack Frampton - Taunton & South West
How Jack Frampton uses editorial photography to power brand campaigns for Somerset schools, small businesses and personal brands.
17 July 2026 · Read →
About · 6 min read
Marketing at Queen's College Taunton - inside Jack Frampton's role
What a Marketing Executive apprentice really does at Queen's College, Taunton - admissions campaigns, editorial photography, email funnels and brand strategy.
17 July 2026 · Read →
About · 6 min read
Every brand has a story, but only the unique ones survive - Jack Frampton's philosophy
Why Jack Frampton's marketing philosophy is 'every brand has a story, but only the unique ones survive' - and how it shapes every campaign, editorial shoot and email funnel he builds.
17 July 2026 · Read →
About · 6 min read
About Jack Frampton - multi-disciplinary marketer, Taunton
Get to know Jack Frampton: a multi-disciplinary marketer at Queen's College, Taunton, editorial photographer, email-funnel designer and apprenticeship advocate.
17 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 6 min read
Behind the scenes: building the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027
How a marketing apprentice at Queen's College built the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 from a napkin sketch to a countywide event.
17 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 6 min read
Free LinkedIn headshots at the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027
How the complimentary LinkedIn headshot studio works at the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 - what to wear, how to prep, and how to use the photo afterwards.
17 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 6 min read
Somerset employers: how to hire from the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027
How Somerset employers can use the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 as a low-cost, high-yield apprentice recruitment channel.
17 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 6 min read
Year 10 and 11 students: why you should attend the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027
How Somerset year 10 and 11 students should use the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 to get a two-year head start on applications.
17 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 6 min read
Exhibitor list preview - Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027
Which Somerset employers, training providers and universities are lined up for the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 at Queen's College.
17 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 6 min read
Parents' guide: making the most of the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027
Questions Somerset parents should ask at the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 - pay, progression, university comparisons and support at home.
17 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 6 min read
Meet the apprentice panel - Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027
How the apprentice panel at the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 is being built, how to apply to speak, and what makes a strong panellist.
17 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 6 min read
Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027: what to expect on the night
A full walkthrough of the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 at Queen's College - the layout, panel, exhibitor stands, LinkedIn headshot studio and networking flow.
17 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 7 min read
Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 - hosted at Queen's College
The first ever Taunton Apprenticeship Evening lands at Queen's College on Tuesday 9th March 2027. Free tickets, an apprentice panel, over 35 apprentices, UCS, LinkedIn headshots and more.
16 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 6 min read
UK apprenticeship events calendar for 2026 and 2027
The main UK apprenticeship events and fairs to attend in 2026 and 2027 - for students, parents, apprentices and employers.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Productivity · 6 min read
The 90-day apprentice goal-setting template (2026)
A working 90-day goal-setting template for UK apprentices in 2026 - one output, one habit, one relationship. Simple and effective.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Community · 6 min read
Young marketers of Somerset to watch in 2026
The rising young marketers across Somerset in 2026 - who they are, what they're building and how to learn from them.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Higher apprenticeships · 6 min read
The apprentice + uni hybrid path in 2026 (degree apprenticeships)
Degree apprenticeships give UK students a full degree, no debt, and 3+ years of experience by 21. Here's how the hybrid path works in 2026.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Content · 6 min read
Blogging your way into an apprenticeship (2026 playbook)
How to use blogging in 2026 to land a UK apprenticeship - SEO, personal brand and portfolio all in one strategy.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Jobs · 6 min read
Marketing Executive jobs in Somerset: 2026 hiring guide
Where Marketing Executive jobs get posted in Somerset in 2026 - sectors, salary ranges and how apprentice-trained candidates compete.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Personal branding · 6 min read
Building a personal brand as a Taunton apprentice
How to build a genuine personal brand as an apprentice in Taunton in 2026 - LinkedIn, local press, events and long-game reputation.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Community · 6 min read
The best UK marketing communities and Slacks for young marketers
Where young UK marketers actually hang out in 2026 - Slacks, Discords, LinkedIn groups and real-world communities worth joining.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Learning · 6 min read
The best marketing newsletters for young UK marketers in 2026
A tight list of the most useful marketing newsletters for young UK marketers in 2026 - practical, UK-friendly and worth the inbox.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Learning · 6 min read
The 12 marketing books every young UK marketer should read
A practical, no-fluff reading list of 12 marketing books that shape young UK marketers in 2026 - from strategy to copywriting to careers.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Learning · 6 min read
The best UK marketing podcasts for young marketers in 2026
A curated list of the best UK marketing podcasts for young marketers and apprentices in 2026 - practical, entertaining and career-shaping.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Events · 6 min read
The best apprenticeship events in Somerset in 2027
A curated list of the best apprenticeship events in Somerset in 2027 - including the flagship Taunton Apprenticeship Evening at Queen's College.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Employers · 6 min read
A checklist for Somerset employers hiring their first apprentice
Everything a Somerset employer needs to know before hiring their first apprentice in 2026 - funding, provider choice, contract and onboarding.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Career · 6 min read
Side projects for UK apprentices: what to build and why
The best types of side projects for UK apprentices in 2026 - building portfolio, income and skills without burning out.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Wellbeing · 6 min read
Beating apprentice imposter syndrome (2026)
How UK apprentices can push through imposter syndrome in 2026 - practical frames, mentor advice and habits that actually work.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Wellbeing · 6 min read
Apprentice mental health: coping with juggling college and work
Real, practical mental health support for UK apprentices juggling college and work in 2026 - signs, routines and where to get help.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Money · 6 min read
Apprentice financial planning: making the salary go further in 2026
How UK apprentices should think about money in 2026 - budgeting, saving, ISAs and lifestyle inflation. Practical, no-nonsense.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Applications · 6 min read
Year 10 and 11 apprenticeship planning (Somerset edition)
How students in years 10 and 11 should prepare for an apprenticeship in Somerset - timelines, portfolio building and application windows.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Applications · 6 min read
From GCSE to apprenticeship in Somerset: the honest step-by-step
The step-by-step move from GCSE to apprenticeship in Somerset in 2026 - timelines, applications, interviews and how to compete against A-Level candidates.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Parents · 6 min read
A parent's guide to apprenticeships in Somerset (2026)
The clear-headed parent's guide to apprenticeships in Taunton and Somerset in 2026 - how they work, salaries, providers and what a good decision looks like.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Progression · 6 min read
From Level 3 to Level 4, 5 and 6: how apprentice progression works
Mapping the UK apprenticeship progression ladder in 2026 - Level 3 to 4, 5 and 6 (degree). Real pathways from Taunton and Somerset.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Careers · 6 min read
Apprentice salary negotiation: how to ask for a raise in 2026
The when, how and script for negotiating an apprentice salary in the UK in 2026 - with real Somerset examples and expected uplifts.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Onboarding · 6 min read
The first 90 days of an apprenticeship: how to nail them
The habits and rituals that make the first 90 days of a UK apprenticeship pay off - from a young marketer who's lived it in Somerset.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Portfolio · 6 min read
Building an apprentice portfolio in Somerset (2026)
How Somerset apprentices should build a portfolio in 2026 - what to include, hosting, and the projects that impress employers most.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Networking · 6 min read
How to network as an apprentice in Somerset
The realistic, low-cringe networking playbook for apprentices in Somerset in 2026 - events, DMs, coffees and long-game reputation.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Personal branding · 6 min read
How apprentices should use LinkedIn in 2026
A practical LinkedIn playbook for UK apprentices in 2026 - profile, posting rhythm, DM outreach and the moves that get noticed by employers.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 6 min read
Plymouth vs Taunton apprenticeships: 2026 comparison
Plymouth vs Taunton apprenticeship markets in 2026 - sectors, salaries, competition and lifestyle for South West school leavers.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 6 min read
Bristol vs Taunton apprenticeships: which suits you in 2026?
Bristol vs Taunton apprenticeship comparison for 2026 - pay, competition, sectors and lifestyle for South West school leavers.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 6 min read
Exeter vs Taunton apprenticeships: which is better in 2026?
Comparing Exeter and Taunton for apprenticeship opportunities in 2026 - sectors, providers, salaries and lifestyle. From a Somerset apprentice's view.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 6 min read
Apprenticeships in Yeovil 2026: aerospace, defence and engineering
How Yeovil's aerospace and defence sector shapes 2026 apprenticeship opportunities - Leonardo Helicopters, Yeovil College and beyond.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 6 min read
Apprenticeships in Bridgwater 2026: engineering, energy and beyond
The 2026 map of Bridgwater apprenticeships - Hinkley Point C, engineering, logistics and the BTC-based support system that runs it all.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 6 min read
Apprenticeships in Wellington, Somerset (2026)
Every apprenticeship route open to Wellington, Somerset school leavers in 2026 - providers, top employers and how to travel-in to Taunton for training.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Sport · 6 min read
Marketing for Somerset sports clubs: 2026 growth playbook
How Somerset rugby, cricket, football and hockey clubs are growing membership and sponsorship in 2026 - real tactics from inside the sport.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Education marketing · 6 min read
Marketing for state and independent schools in Somerset
Practical marketing tactics that work for Somerset schools in 2026 - from state primaries to independent seniors like Queen's College.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Charities · 6 min read
Marketing for Somerset charities and non-profits
Low-budget, high-impact marketing tactics for Somerset charities and non-profits in 2026 - email, Google Ad Grants, storytelling and events.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Hospitality · 6 min read
Marketing for Somerset hospitality: pubs, cafes and boutique hotels
Marketing tactics that actually work for Somerset hospitality in 2026 - the review-driven playbook for pubs, cafes and boutique hotels.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Small business · 6 min read
Small business marketing in Taunton: a 2026 starter kit
The lowest-cost, highest-ROI marketing moves for a Taunton small business in 2026 - Google Business Profile, reviews, local SEO and email.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Jobs · 6 min read
Marketing jobs in Taunton 2026: where they are and how to get one
Where marketing jobs are actually posted in Taunton in 2026 - the top employers, salary ranges and how to be a shortlist candidate.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Agencies · 6 min read
Marketing agencies in Taunton: 2026 landscape
A snapshot of Taunton's marketing agency scene in 2026 - specialisms, typical retainers, and when to hire an agency vs a freelancer or apprentice.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Employers · 6 min read
Hinkley Point C apprenticeships: Somerset's biggest employer
How to apply for Hinkley Point C apprenticeships in Somerset in 2026 - trades, engineering, business, salaries and progression.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Applications · 6 min read
Apprenticeship interviews in the UK: what to expect in 2026
The 12 questions most UK apprenticeship interviews cover in 2026, how to prepare and how to follow up - from a young marketer who's sat both sides.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Applications · 6 min read
How to write an apprenticeship CV in the UK (2026 template)
A working template for a UK apprenticeship CV in 2026 - with the sections employers actually read, real examples and the mistakes that cost interviews.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Mentoring · 6 min read
Finding an apprenticeship mentor in Somerset (and how to be a great mentee)
How to find an apprenticeship mentor in Taunton, Bridgwater or Yeovil in 2026 - plus the mentee habits that make senior people invest in you.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Careers · 6 min read
The Marketing Executive role in Somerset: 2026 salary and scope
What a Marketing Executive actually does in a Somerset business in 2026 - day-to-day, salary bands, expected skills and the typical progression path.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Education marketing · 6 min read
Independent school marketing in Somerset: what's working in 2026
Multi-channel marketing tactics for independent schools in Somerset and the South West - admissions, community and events. Written by a school marketer.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Case study · 6 min read
Marketing at Queen's College, Taunton - an inside view
How the marketing team at Queen's College Taunton runs multi-channel campaigns across admissions, sport and community - with an apprentice on the team.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Providers · 6 min read
Bridgwater & Taunton College apprenticeships: 2026 review
What Bridgwater & Taunton College apprenticeships are actually like in 2026 - provision, tutors, EPA support and how BTC compares to other Somerset providers.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Higher apprenticeships · 6 min read
University Centre Somerset (UCS) degree apprenticeships explained
How UCS higher and degree apprenticeships work in 2026 - subjects, partner universities, funding and how to apply from Taunton or Bridgwater.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Personal branding · 6 min read
Where to get a LinkedIn headshot in Taunton (free and paid options)
The best options for getting a professional LinkedIn headshot in Taunton in 2026 - free events like the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening, plus paid studios.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Speaking · 6 min read
Speaking on an apprentice panel in Somerset: how to prepare
How to prepare for speaking on an apprentice panel in Taunton or the South West - the questions you'll get, what to say and how it grows your career.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 6 min read
Apprenticeships in Somerset 2026: every route, provider and salary
A county-wide map of Somerset apprenticeships in 2026 - Taunton, Bridgwater, Yeovil and Wells. Providers, wages, vacancies and how to stand out.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 6 min read
Apprenticeships in Taunton: the 2026 complete guide
Every apprenticeship route open to Taunton school leavers in 2026 - providers, salaries, top local employers and how to apply through GOV.UK and RateMyApprenticeship.
15 July 2026 · Read →
Services · 6 min read
Work with Jack Frampton - young UK marketer in Taunton
How to work with Jack Frampton - a young UK marketer in Taunton offering brand strategy, paid, content, editorial photography and consultancy.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Hiring · 6 min read
Why work with a young marketer in 2026
The commercial case for hiring a young UK marketer - creative velocity, platform fluency, and where to add senior guidance for the best result.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Local · 6 min read
Marketing in Somerset: the 2026 landscape
A local view of the marketing landscape in Somerset in 2026 - sectors that hire, freelance rates, agencies vs in-house, and where opportunities cluster.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Career · 6 min read
What a Marketing Executive role actually looks like in the UK
An honest breakdown of the Marketing Executive role in the UK in 2026 - salary, responsibilities, tools and how to get promoted from it.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Career · 6 min read
Starting a marketing career as a UK school leaver
The exact roadmap for UK school leavers who want to build a marketing career in 2026 - apprenticeships, portfolios and first jobs.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Mentorship · 6 min read
How to find a marketing mentor as a young UK marketer
How a young UK marketer can find and get the most out of a marketing mentor - where to look, how to ask, and how not to waste their time.
10 July 2026 · Read →
AI · 6 min read
AI for young marketers: what to use in 2026
The AI tools a young UK marketer should actually use in 2026 - writing, research, image, video and workflow automation.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Creators · 6 min read
The creator economy for young UK marketers
How a young UK marketer can work with creators, run gifting campaigns and turn creator content into performance ads in 2026.
10 July 2026 · Read →
DTC · 6 min read
DTC brand marketing for young UK marketers
How young UK marketers should think about DTC brand marketing in 2026 - creative velocity, retention and the balance of brand and performance.
10 July 2026 · Read →
B2B · 6 min read
B2B marketing basics for young UK marketers in 2026
The B2B marketing fundamentals every young UK marketer should know in 2026 - LinkedIn, ABM, content and how to work with sales.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Career · 6 min read
A day in the life of a young UK marketer
What a real day as a young UK marketer actually looks like - hours, tasks, tools and how I balance day job with client work.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Client services · 6 min read
How I work with clients as a young marketer
The client-service system I use as a young UK marketer - kickoff, cadence, reporting and how I stay accountable for outcomes.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Common mistakes · 6 min read
5 marketing mistakes I see young UK companies make
The five most common - and expensive - marketing mistakes I see young UK companies make, from working with founders and independent brands.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Founders · 6 min read
Marketing advice for founders under 30
The three marketing decisions under-30 UK founders should make in the first year - positioning, one channel, one metric.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Networking · 6 min read
Networking for young marketers in the UK
How a young UK marketer should approach networking in 2026 - LinkedIn DMs, local events, industry meetups and warm introductions.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Speaking · 6 min read
Public speaking for young marketers: schools, panels and podcasts
How a young UK marketer can build a public speaking practice - schools, industry panels, podcasts - and why it accelerates every other channel.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Analytics · 6 min read
Marketing analytics for young marketers: the 2026 setup
The exact analytics setup a young UK marketer should install for every client - GA4, GSC, conversion tracking and reporting.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Ecommerce · 6 min read
Ecommerce marketing playbook for young UK marketers
A practical 2026 ecommerce marketing playbook - Shopify setup, Klaviyo flows, Meta ads and content that actually moves product.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Local SEO · 6 min read
Google Business Profile in 2026: a young marketer's checklist
How UK small businesses should set up and maintain Google Business Profile in 2026 - categories, photos, reviews and posts.
10 July 2026 · Read →
CRO · 6 min read
Landing pages that convert: a young marketer's 2026 checklist
The exact checklist a young UK marketer can use to build landing pages that convert 3–8% - headline, proof, form and copy.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Audit · 6 min read
How to run a marketing audit as a young marketer
The exact framework a young UK marketer can use to audit a client's marketing in one week - deliverables, findings and how to present.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Pricing · 6 min read
How a young marketer should price marketing services in 2026
Real 2026 pricing benchmarks for young UK marketers offering paid ads, SEO, email and content - hourly, project and retainer models.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Tools · 6 min read
The marketing tool stack a young marketer actually needs in 2026
A stripped-back 2026 marketing tool stack for young UK marketers - free vs paid, and what to add as clients scale.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Career · 6 min read
CV vs portfolio for marketing roles in 2026
Whether a young marketer should lead with a CV or a portfolio when applying for UK marketing roles in 2026 - and how to structure both.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Portfolio · 6 min read
How to build a marketing portfolio as a young marketer
Exactly what a young UK marketer's portfolio should contain in 2026 - case studies, format, hosting and how to present it in interviews.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Sports · 6 min read
Marketing for UK sports clubs in 2026
How UK sports clubs - from grassroots to semi-pro - can build audience, sponsorship and community with a modern marketing approach.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Education · 6 min read
Marketing for independent schools in the UK
How independent UK schools should think about marketing in 2026 - admissions funnels, brand, digital and what actually moves families.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Campaigns · 6 min read
How a young marketer plans a campaign end-to-end
The exact framework I use to plan a marketing campaign end-to-end - brief, channels, creative, launch and post-campaign report.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Photography · 6 min read
Editorial photography for marketing: when to invest in 2026
Why editorial photography still beats stock in 2026 - cost, use cases and how to brief a young UK photographer for marketing campaigns.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Brand · 6 min read
Brand strategy for young marketers: a simple 2026 framework
A clear, opinionated brand strategy framework a young UK marketer can run in one afternoon - positioning, promise, personality and proof.
10 July 2026 · Read →
TikTok · 6 min read
TikTok marketing for small UK brands
How a small UK brand can win on TikTok in 2026 - Search, Shop, creator partnerships and the content patterns that convert.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Instagram · 6 min read
Instagram for marketers in 2026: what still works
A young marketer's honest take on Instagram in 2026 - Reels, Stories, DM funnels and how much attention the platform actually deserves.
10 July 2026 · Read →
LinkedIn · 6 min read
LinkedIn strategy for a young marketer in the UK
Exactly how a young UK marketer can grow LinkedIn to 10k engaged followers and turn it into inbound work - pillars, cadence and CTAs.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Email · 6 min read
Email marketing for young marketers: Klaviyo vs Mailchimp in 2026
A young UK marketer's honest take on Klaviyo vs Mailchimp - pricing, features, and which to pick for different client types in 2026.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Paid ads · 6 min read
Running paid ads as a young marketer: what to charge, how to deliver
A young UK marketer's guide to running Meta and Google Ads for clients - pricing, scope, reporting and how to actually deliver ROI.
10 July 2026 · Read →
SEO · 6 min read
SEO for young marketers: the stack that actually works
The exact SEO stack, workflow and mental model a young UK marketer can use to get pages ranking in 2026.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Content marketing · 6 min read
Content marketing for young brands: a 2026 playbook
A young marketer's content playbook for challenger brands in the UK - pillars, formats, distribution and how to measure what matters.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Personal brand · 6 min read
Building a personal brand as a young marketer
The exact system a young UK marketer can use to build a personal brand on LinkedIn - pillars, hooks, cadence and turning followers into work.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Freelance · 6 min read
Hiring a freelance marketer in Somerset: 2026 rates and scope
Real 2026 rates, scope patterns and warning signs when hiring a freelance marketer in Somerset - from a young marketer working across Taunton and the South West.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Hiring · 6 min read
Why hire a Gen Z marketer in 2026
The commercial case for hiring a Gen Z marketer in the UK - platform fluency, creative velocity and how to actually integrate one into your team.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Young marketer · 6 min read
What it takes to be a young marketer in the UK in 2026
A first-person breakdown of what actually works for young UK marketers in 2026 - skills, positioning, tools and the mindset that gets you hired.
10 July 2026 · Read →
Marketing · 11 min read
Marketing Apprenticeships in the UK: complete 2026 guide
Level 3, 4 and 6 marketing apprenticeship standards, salaries, best UK employers and how to actually land a role.
4 July 2026 · Read →
Vacancies · 8 min read
How to find UK apprenticeship vacancies in 2026
Step-by-step: GOV.UK, RateMyApprenticeship, LinkedIn and cold-emailing employers to find live UK apprenticeship vacancies across every sector.
3 July 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 9 min read
Apprenticeship vs University in the UK (2026)
Side-by-side: earnings, debt, qualification weight and career progression compared honestly for UK school leavers in 2026.
2 July 2026 · Read →
Analytics · 6 min read
Marketing metrics that actually matter for UK small businesses in 2026
Stop tracking vanity metrics. Here are the marketing KPIs that actually predict growth for UK small businesses in 2026.
1 July 2026 · Read →
AI · 6 min read
AI tools every UK marketer should be using in 2026
The AI marketing stack I actually use daily as a UK apprenticeship advocate in 2026 - writing, research, image, video and analytics.
1 July 2026 · Read →
Content · 6 min read
Content calendar template for UK small businesses (that you'll actually use)
A simple, sustainable content calendar template for UK small businesses - monthly themes, weekly rhythm, and channel-by-channel breakdown.
1 July 2026 · Read →
Local SEO · 6 min read
Local SEO checklist for Taunton businesses (2026 edition)
A 20-point local SEO checklist for Taunton and Somerset businesses - Google Business Profile, citations, reviews and on-page.
1 July 2026 · Read →
Pricing · 6 min read
Affordable marketing services in Somerset: what £500/month actually gets you
A transparent breakdown of what a small Somerset business gets for £500, £1,000 and £2,000/month of marketing spend in 2026.
1 July 2026 · Read →
Paid social · 6 min read
Meta Ads for UK independent schools in 2026: what actually works
How UK independent schools should run Meta Ads in 2026 - campaign structure, creative, targeting, and results benchmarks from real campaigns.
1 July 2026 · Read →
Process · 6 min read
How to write a marketing brief that gets great work back (UK, 2026)
A simple, reusable marketing brief template for UK small businesses - used with agencies, freelancers and in-house marketers.
1 July 2026 · Read →
Schools · 6 min read
Email marketing for UK independent schools: a 2026 playbook
How UK independent and prep schools should structure email marketing in 2026 - segmentation, cadence, open day journeys and compliance.
1 July 2026 · Read →
Consulting · 6 min read
Working with a Gen Z marketing consultant in Somerset: what to expect
Why Somerset businesses are hiring Gen Z marketing consultants - and how to brief one so the relationship pays off.
1 July 2026 · Read →
Design · 6 min read
Freelance graphic design in Taunton: rates, brief templates and what good looks like
A practical guide to hiring a freelance graphic designer in Taunton - rates, deliverables, brief templates and portfolio red flags.
1 July 2026 · Read →
LinkedIn · 6 min read
LinkedIn content strategy for young professionals in 2026
How young UK professionals can build a LinkedIn audience and pipeline in 2026 - pillars, hooks, cadence and CTAs.
1 July 2026 · Read →
Paid & SEO · 6 min read
SEO vs Google Ads for UK small businesses: which to spend on first
A straight comparison of SEO and Google Ads for UK small businesses - timeframes, budgets and how to sequence them.
1 July 2026 · Read →
Personal brand · 6 min read
Personal branding for UK marketers: how to become the name people book
A young marketer's take on building a personal brand in the UK - content pillars, LinkedIn cadence and turning attention into paid work.
1 July 2026 · Read →
Web design · 6 min read
WordPress web design in Taunton: a practical 2026 guide
How I build fast, affordable WordPress websites for Taunton and Somerset businesses - themes, hosting, SEO and what to avoid.
1 July 2026 · Read →
About · 5 min read
Jack Frampton - Apprentice Advocate in Taunton
About Jack - an Apprentice Advocate working at Queen's College, Taunton offering free UK apprenticeship help.
1 July 2026 · Read →
LinkedIn · 6 min read
LinkedIn newsletter strategy for UK professionals in 2026
How to launch and grow a LinkedIn newsletter as a UK professional in 2026 - cadence, format, growth tactics and realistic numbers.
30 June 2026 · Read →
AI · 6 min read
20 AI prompts for small business marketing that actually work
Twenty tested ChatGPT and Claude prompts for UK small business marketing - content briefs, ad copy, SEO research and email drafts you can copy today.
30 June 2026 · Read →
Brand · 6 min read
How to write a brand voice guide your team will actually use
A no-fluff template for writing a brand voice guide a small UK team will actually follow - with examples, do/don't pairs and a one-page summary.
30 June 2026 · Read →
Video · 6 min read
Video marketing for South West UK businesses in 2026
What kinds of video content actually work for small businesses in Somerset, Devon and Dorset - formats, kit, distribution and realistic budgets.
30 June 2026 · Read →
Web performance · 6 min read
Speeding up a WordPress site: 2026 guide for UK small businesses
A practical 2026 guide to speeding up a UK WordPress site - Core Web Vitals, image formats, caching, plugins and hosting choices that actually move LCP.
30 June 2026 · Read →
Email · 6 min read
Email deliverability in 2026: what UK small businesses need to do
DMARC, BIMI, dedicated IPs and engagement-based sending - a 2026 guide to keeping your UK small business emails out of spam.
30 June 2026 · Read →
Social commerce · 6 min read
TikTok Shop for UK small businesses: is it worth it in 2026?
An honest 2026 review of TikTok Shop for UK small businesses - fees, fulfilment, content workload and which product categories actually convert.
30 June 2026 · Read →
Tools · 6 min read
The lean marketing stack for a UK small business (2026)
A practical, low-cost marketing tech stack for UK small businesses in 2026 - CRM, email, analytics, scheduling, design and AI - under £200/month.
30 June 2026 · Read →
Ecommerce · 6 min read
12 ecommerce conversion tips for UK small stores in 2026
Twelve practical, tested conversion rate optimisation tips for UK Shopify and WooCommerce stores in 2026 - product pages, checkout, trust and mobile.
30 June 2026 · Read →
Local SEO · 6 min read
10 Google Business Profile mistakes UK small businesses keep making
The ten most common Google Business Profile mistakes I see UK small businesses make in 2026 - and how to fix them in an afternoon.
30 June 2026 · Read →
SEO · 6 min read
Content cluster strategy for UK businesses in 2026
How to build topic clusters that rank in classic search and AI Overviews - pillar pages, supporting articles and internal linking explained.
30 June 2026 · Read →
Web design · 6 min read
Small business website checklist 2026: 25 things to get right
A 25-point pre-launch checklist for UK small business websites in 2026 - design, SEO, speed, accessibility, AI search readiness and conversion basics.
30 June 2026 · Read →
AI search · 6 min read
What is llms.txt and should your UK website have one?
A plain-English guide to the llms.txt file - what it is, what it does for AI crawlers, and whether your small business website needs one in 2026.
30 June 2026 · Read →
AI search · 6 min read
Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) checklist for 2026
A 15-step AEO checklist to get your content cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini and Google AI Overviews - written for UK small businesses.
30 June 2026 · Read →
AI search · 6 min read
Ranking inside Google AI Overviews: a 2026 strategy for UK businesses
How to structure pages, schema and FAQs so Google AI Overviews actually cite your site - a practical playbook from a apprenticeship advocate in Somerset.
30 June 2026 · Read →
Analytics · 7 min read
Measuring marketing ROI for UK small businesses (2026)
A 2026 guide to measuring marketing ROI for UK small businesses - attribution, payback periods, LTV/CAC and the metrics that survive board scrutiny.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Marketing strategy · 7 min read
How to write a marketing plan for a UK small business in 2026
A practical 2026 guide to writing a one-page marketing plan for a UK small business - goals, channels, budget, calendar and how to keep it alive.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Photography · 7 min read
Brand photography in Taunton: a 2026 small business guide
A 2026 guide to brand photography for Taunton small businesses - what to shoot, what to spend, how to brief a local photographer and where to use the images.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Marketing ops · 7 min read
Choosing a CRM for a UK small business in 2026
A 2026 buyer's guide to CRMs for UK small businesses - HubSpot, Pipedrive, Capsule, Folk and how to pick the right one without overcommitting.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Marketing ops · 7 min read
Marketing automation for UK small businesses: a 2026 starter guide
A 2026 starter guide to marketing automation for UK small businesses - what to automate first, tools, and the automations that actually save time.
15 June 2026 · Read →
AI marketing · 7 min read
Prompt engineering for marketers: a practical 2026 guide
A practical 2026 guide to prompt engineering for marketers - frameworks, examples and the workflows that actually save time on content, research and analysis.
15 June 2026 · Read →
AI marketing · 7 min read
How AI is changing marketing in 2026 (and what to do about it)
An honest 2026 view of how AI is reshaping marketing - search, content, analytics, ads - and what marketers and businesses should change this year.
15 June 2026 · Read →
SEO · 7 min read
SEO content pillars: building topical authority in 2026
How to build SEO content pillars in 2026 - picking topics, structuring hub and spoke, internal linking and earning topical authority faster.
15 June 2026 · Read →
CRO · 7 min read
Conversion rate optimisation for UK small businesses (2026)
A 2026 conversion rate optimisation guide for UK small businesses - what to test, when you have enough data, and the changes that consistently lift conversion.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Analytics · 7 min read
GA4 for UK small businesses: a no-jargon 2026 setup guide
A no-jargon 2026 GA4 setup guide for UK small business owners - events, conversions, reports that matter, and what to ignore.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Personal branding · 7 min read
Building a personal brand website that actually drives opportunities
How to build a personal brand website in 2026 that drives real opportunities - structure, content, SEO basics and the elements every portfolio needs.
15 June 2026 · Read →
B2B marketing · 7 min read
B2B marketing in the South West UK: a 2026 playbook
A 2026 B2B marketing playbook for South West UK businesses - LinkedIn, SEO, account-based marketing and how to compete with London-based agencies.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Paid media · 7 min read
LinkedIn Ads for UK B2B in 2026: what's actually working
A practical 2026 guide to LinkedIn Ads for UK B2B - campaign types, targeting, creative and budgets that get past the platform's reputation for being expensive.
15 June 2026 · Read →
School marketing · 7 min read
Parent recruitment marketing for UK schools: a 2026 guide
How UK schools can build a sustainable parent recruitment marketing engine in 2026 - channels, content and the metrics that actually predict enquiries.
15 June 2026 · Read →
School marketing · 7 min read
Open day marketing for independent schools (2026)
A practical 2026 guide to marketing independent school open days - registration funnel, pre-event email, on-the-day capture and post-event nurture.
15 June 2026 · Read →
School marketing · 7 min read
Marketing for UK private schools in 2026: an insider's view
A 2026 marketing guide for UK private and independent schools - admissions funnels, parent journeys, content and the channels that actually drive enquiries.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Charity marketing · 7 min read
Marketing for UK charities in 2026: a small-team guide
A practical 2026 marketing guide for small UK charities - Google Ad Grants, email storytelling, donor segmentation and content on a tiny budget.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Trades marketing · 7 min read
Marketing for tradespeople in Somerset: a no-fluff 2026 guide
A no-fluff 2026 marketing guide for tradespeople in Somerset - Google Business Profile, Checkatrade vs alternatives, local SEO and review systems.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Hospitality marketing · 7 min read
Marketing for restaurants in Taunton: a 2026 playbook
A 2026 marketing playbook for Taunton restaurants and cafés - Google Business Profile, Instagram, reviews and email that fill tables on quiet nights.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Copywriting · 7 min read
Copywriting for UK small businesses: a practical 2026 guide
A practical 2026 copywriting guide for UK small businesses - voice, structure, conversion patterns and how to write without sounding like everyone else.
15 June 2026 · Read →
CRO · 7 min read
Landing page design that converts: a 2026 UK guide
How to design a high-converting landing page in 2026 - structure, copy, visual hierarchy and the testing process behind genuinely good pages.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Paid media · 7 min read
Meta Ads vs Google Ads for UK small businesses
Meta Ads or Google Ads for a UK small business in 2026? A side-by-side comparison of intent, cost, attribution and which to pick first.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Paid media · 7 min read
Running Google Ads on a small budget in the UK (2026)
A practical 2026 guide to running Google Ads on a small budget in the UK - campaign types, bidding, keywords and what to expect from £500/month.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Ecommerce SEO · 7 min read
Ecommerce SEO for UK Shopify stores in 2026
A practical 2026 SEO guide for UK Shopify store owners - site structure, product page optimisation, collections and content marketing.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Email · 7 min read
Mailchimp vs Klaviyo for UK businesses in 2026
A side-by-side comparison of Mailchimp and Klaviyo for UK businesses in 2026 - pricing, features, ecommerce strength and which to pick.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Email · 7 min read
Email newsletter strategy for UK small businesses in 2026
How to build a newsletter that drives real revenue for a UK small business in 2026 - list growth, cadence, content and deliverability.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Video · 7 min read
YouTube SEO in 2026: a UK creator's playbook
How UK creators and small businesses can rank on YouTube in 2026 - search vs browse intent, titles, thumbnails and chapter strategy.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Video · 7 min read
Video marketing for UK small businesses in 2026
A practical 2026 guide to video marketing for UK small businesses - formats that convert, kit you need, and how to publish weekly without burning out.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Branding · 7 min read
Logo design in Taunton: what a fair 2026 price looks like
What to expect from a Taunton logo designer in 2026 - typical prices, deliverables, the brief process and red flags to avoid.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Branding · 7 min read
Branding for startups in Somerset: a founder's guide
A grounded guide to early-stage branding for Somerset startups - what to do at pre-launch, what to skip, and how to brief a local designer.
15 June 2026 · Read →
AI search · 7 min read
Perplexity SEO in 2026: how to get cited
Perplexity is the fastest-growing AI answer engine. Here's how UK small businesses can structure content to earn citations and referral traffic.
15 June 2026 · Read →
AI search · 7 min read
How to optimise for ChatGPT Search in 2026
A practical guide to optimising your website for ChatGPT Search - how it retrieves, ranks and cites web content, and what to change today.
15 June 2026 · Read →
AI search · 7 min read
How AI Overviews are changing SEO in 2026 (and what to do about it)
AI Overviews now answer the top of the SERP for most queries. Here's how UK small businesses can earn citations and protect organic traffic in 2026.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Technical SEO · 7 min read
Schema markup for UK small businesses: a practical guide
A practical guide to schema markup (JSON-LD) for UK small businesses - which types to use, how to implement them and how to test.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Technical SEO · 7 min read
Core Web Vitals explained for small business owners
A jargon-free explanation of Core Web Vitals for UK small business owners - what LCP, INP and CLS mean and how to fix poor scores.
15 June 2026 · Read →
SEO · 7 min read
The SEO audit checklist for UK small businesses (2026)
A practical SEO audit checklist for UK small businesses in 2026 - technical, content, local and AI-search checks you can run in a morning.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Content marketing · 7 min read
Content marketing strategy for Somerset businesses
How to build a sustainable content marketing strategy for a Somerset business in 2026 - pillars, formats, distribution and measurement.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Social media · 7 min read
TikTok for UK small businesses in 2026: is it still worth it?
An honest 2026 view of TikTok for UK small businesses - when it works, when it doesn't, and how to start without wasting a month of effort.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Social media · 7 min read
Instagram marketing for Somerset small businesses (2026 guide)
How Somerset small businesses can actually grow on Instagram in 2026 - Reels strategy, profile optimisation, DMs and local hashtags that work.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Social media · 7 min read
Social media marketing in Taunton: what works for South West small businesses
A 2026 guide to social media marketing for Taunton and Somerset small businesses - which platforms to pick, what to post, and how to measure ROI.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Paid advertising · 7 min read
Paid advertising on a small budget in the South West
How to run effective Meta and Google Ads on a £300–£1,500 monthly budget for a Somerset small business - without burning it on awareness no one remembers.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Brand strategy · 7 min read
Brand strategy for small businesses in Taunton
A practical brand strategy framework for small businesses in Taunton - positioning, voice, visual identity and how to ship it without a £20k agency project.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Local SEO · 8 min read
Google Business Profile: the 2026 local SEO guide
How to set up and optimise Google Business Profile in 2026 - categories, posts, reviews, photos and the small details that decide your Map Pack ranking.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Case study · 6 min read
Email marketing case study: £3,790 from a single summer at Queen's
How segmented email campaigns at Queen's College Taunton drove £3,790 in ticket revenue across five summer events - open rates, click rates and what we'd repeat.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Web design · 7 min read
Shopify vs WordPress for Somerset small businesses
Shopify vs WordPress for a Somerset small business - costs, SEO, scalability and which platform suits service businesses, retailers and hybrid models.
15 June 2026 · Read →
Local SEO · 7 min read
Local SEO breakdown: what's working in the South West in 2026
A 2026 breakdown of local SEO across the South West - Taunton, Bristol, Exeter and Bath. Map Pack tactics, GBP changes and what's actually moving rankings.
14 June 2026 · Read →
Hiring · 6 min read
Working with a Gen Z digital marketing consultant
What a Gen Z digital marketing consultant brings to a Taunton or Somerset business - platforms, pace, and the trade-offs vs hiring an agency.
14 June 2026 · Read →
Graphic design · 6 min read
Hiring a Taunton graphic designer: brand, print and digital
A guide to hiring a Taunton graphic designer in 2026 - brand identity, print, social design, pricing and how to work with a young designer in Somerset.
14 June 2026 · Read →
Web design · 6 min read
Affordable web design in Taunton: how to get a great site for under £2k
How to get an affordable, high-quality website built in Taunton for under £2,000 - what to ask for, what to skip, and how to brief a freelance designer.
14 June 2026 · Read →
Case study · 8 min read
Marketing case study: inside Queen's College, Taunton
An inside case study of in-house marketing at Queen's College Taunton - SEO, email, photography and content for an independent school in Somerset.
13 June 2026 · Read →
About · 5 min read
Jack Frampton - Apprenticeship Advocate in Taunton, Somerset
Profile of Jack Frampton, apprenticeship advocate at Queen's College Taunton - services, case studies and how to get in touch.
13 June 2026 · Read →
Career · 7 min read
Being a young marketer in Somerset: a working diary
What it's like working as a young marketer in Somerset - campaigns, clients, the apprenticeship route, and what employers in the South West actually want.
13 June 2026 · Read →
Hiring · 6 min read
Hiring a young marketer in Taunton: what you actually get
Why a young apprenticeship advocate in Taunton can outperform a traditional agency for small and mid-sized South West businesses in 2026.
13 June 2026 · Read →
Career · 6 min read
Being a young professional in Somerset in 2026
Honest reflections on building a career as a young professional in Somerset - the networks, the pace and why staying in the South West can outperform moving to a city.
13 June 2026 · Read →
Hiring · 6 min read
Hiring a Taunton marketer: in-house, agency or freelance?
A practical guide for Taunton businesses choosing between an in-house marketer, an agency or a freelance apprenticeship advocate in 2026.
13 June 2026 · Read →
Local SEO · 8 min read
Local SEO services Taunton: the 2026 playbook
A practical 2026 playbook for local SEO in Taunton - Google Business Profile, local citations, reviews and on-page tactics that actually move the Map Pack.
12 June 2026 · Read →
Web design · 8 min read
WordPress web design in Somerset: a small-business buyer's guide
Choosing WordPress for a Somerset small business - themes, hosting, SEO, costs and how to brief a Taunton freelance designer in 2026.
12 June 2026 · Read →
Local SEO · 7 min read
Hiring a freelance SEO specialist in Taunton: what to expect in 2026
A practical guide to hiring a freelance SEO specialist in Taunton - pricing, deliverables, local SEO tactics and how to brief a young marketer from the South West.
12 June 2026 · Read →
Career · 7 min read
Lessons from being a young professional in the South West
Practical lessons from building a career in Somerset - the mindset shifts, mentors and small wins that mattered most.
10 June 2026 · Read →
Personal branding · 7 min read
Growing a personal brand on LinkedIn as a young professional
Honest notes on building a small but useful audience on LinkedIn as an early-career apprentice - what's worked, what hasn't.
10 June 2026 · Read →
Career · 6 min read
Being a young professional in 2026: showing up, not standing out
The boring truth most career advice ignores - reliability, closing loops and treating your reputation as a long-term asset.
10 June 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 8 min read
How to become an apprentice in Somerset (2026 guide)
A no-fluff step-by-step guide to landing an apprenticeship in Taunton, Yeovil or Bridgwater - entry requirements, salary, where to apply.
9 June 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 7 min read
Apprenticeship insights from inside the system
Honest reflections on what the apprenticeship route is really like - the things I wish someone had told me before I applied.
8 June 2026 · Read →
Employers · 7 min read
Hiring an apprentice in the UK: what employers should know
For UK employers considering their first apprentice - funding, expectations, and how to actually make it work in year one.
8 June 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 7 min read
Being a digital apprentice in Somerset
What day-to-day life actually looks like as an apprentice in the South West - the good, the boring and the surprisingly rewarding.
8 June 2026 · Read →
Apprenticeships · 6 min read
Why I believe apprenticeships are the best route in
Three years in, no student debt, and a portfolio of real work. Why an apprenticeship beats a degree for most people in 2026.
29 May 2026 · Read →