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Feel like you need help to make some big decisions and get where you want to be? I’m here for you!

With over 30 years of experience in the TV, publishing, marketing and digital industries, I’ve seen it all. I’ve faced difficult decisions and challenges in my personal life and been through some tough times, and have come through the other side.

I’ve worked with individuals and businesses in helping them achieve their goals. From reviewing your CV to making a more extensive life plan or business strategy, I’ve done it all.

Now I’d love to help you in achieving what you want in life. Together we can stop you from being stuck and get you started on the path to the life you want to lead. Through regular conversations, planning, goals setting and spending time together, and we can get you where you want to be - and offer support along the way.

Sometimes, it helps just knowing someone is there that can keep you focused, know what you’re going through, and who has your back. I can be that person for you.

Contact me on here and let’s start working together.

Read the testimonials below to see how I’ve helped people just like you. Check the services and potential costs via the top right menu too.

 

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Testimonials

I’ve worked with Garret many times over the years and often turn to him for advice - whether it’s reading through copy, sounding out an idea or help on how to price a job. He’s always wise, but more than anything helps me make the decision myself by talking through it. Garret is my Work Dad who gives me the confidence to get things done.
— HANNAH VERDIER
Garret has helped me on numerous occasions both personally, and in business, when I’ve had problems to solve or just smaller questions to ask that I need clarity or guidance on. Sometimes it’s that reassuring advice which helps me to move towards the path I need to take, sometimes it’s just a friendly ear that I can vocalise things to in order to hear me say it that helps. Either way I always feel more confident and driven after speaking or spending time with him.
— ROB WILKES
Garret has been a huge help during the early years of my business, providing a kind listening ear along with invaluable advice and introductions to relevant contacts. I hope I can call on him for many years to come.
— JONATHAN ALMOND
Garret has given me invaluable support with my photography career and developing #MotherWorks. He is always enthusiastic and has lots of good ideas and new ways of looking at things. He has a wealth of experience and is a great listener and communicator, I would recommend him to anyone looking for a mentor or business advisor.
— FIONA FREUND
Garret has given me invaluable business advice. Not only is he a font of information, but his creative thinking and drive is infectious. I can’t recommend Garret highly enough.
— Charlie Fitzgerald
As my boss Garret taught me a huge amount about digital content, editorial formats and working with talent. I also learnt a lot about how to prepare for key meetings and work harmoniously in multi-department / multi-territory setups: something he is a jedi master of. A few years later, Garret hired me as a freelancer at his agency where he taught me about social content, social media strategy and how agencies work. A few more years later, I started my own social media agency. Since its inception, Garret has been a mentor to me (mainly over breakfast, he likes breakfast), particularly last year as we sought to become acquired by a bigger agency. If you’re looking to take your career, or agency, to the next level, I would 100% recommend Garret. (even without breakfast)
— DAVD LEVIN
Garret has coached me on both career and personal development, and is currently coaching me on how to set up my own business. With a wealth of experience, he is incredibly supportive, innovative in his knowledge and most importantly a brilliant listener!  He has the skill to be practical but also compassionate about any situation.  He is always my go to when I need advice in either my career or life.
— LEANNE FARRELL


 

About Me

I am a strategist, entrepreneur, consultant and team leader with over 30 years’ experience in the TV, digital and media sectors. I have worked at a senior level for MTV, AOL, Zodiak and Bauer and have delivered strategy and campaigns for BBC, ITV, Sky, Red Bull and others. I have also run my own social media agency, Telegraph Hill, which I built from scratch to a multi-million pound turnover.

I moved to Brighton a few years ago to get away from the London rat race. I get to walk by the sea and spend time focussing on clients I really care about. I have a day job working and a fantastic agency called Brilliant Noise but spend my spare time working with my coaching clients.

I’ve practised meditation with Buddhist communities in Sri Lanka and Scotland. I am also a trained listener for the Samaritans and do weekly shifts answering the phone and supporting people in need..

I have two grown-up kids, three cats and an endless enthusiasm for helping others.