Creative Business Support: 1 to 1 sessions

Could you do with a little support to get your creative business to where you'd like it to be? Are you charging enough for your product (or making a loss without realising it?)

Do you love what you do but aren't confident about approaching galleries and have no idea where to start with a trade fair? I would love to help!

Our 1 to 1 business sessions are run by our founder Helen Russell

Ruth, Ruth Makes Jewellery

"Helen has such an open, approachable and positive demeanour which put me very much at my ease. She has much experience in all aspects of business which gave me great confidence in her detailed advice and suggestions. At the same time she encouraged me to work things out for myself, and that helped raise my own self-confidence, something I very much appreciated. I would wholly recommend Helen's services, both from a practical and financial aspect. Definitely money and time well spent."

Ruths Work

I have over 20 years experience in business and business development and have most probably been worried, or a bit stumped about the same things you are.

I offer affordable, bite size business support packages that focus on helping you take logical and sustainable steps forward.

I have learnt a lot on my journey and I love nothing more than seeing other people thrive. Talking in depth about your business can be both terrifying and emotionally draining (I get this) and it sometimes feels much easier to stick your head in the sand, but it doesn't have to be like this. Little tweaks can make a big difference to your success. I know from experience it's really hard to see these possible 'tweaks' when you are wrapped up in the day to day running of things.

Add to that the fact that creative businesses are so personal, your heart and soul are often part of the business model, and it becomes obvious that it's really hard to look at what you do objectively. I offer a sensitive, affordable and honest approach to evaluating your business and helping you create solutions for moving forward.

Claire Cerysanne Groves

"I am not the most confident person when talking to new people, never mind discussing something as personal and as invested as my business, but Helen put me at ease from the very first email.

Her straightforward approach and questions, alongside her knowledgeable and honest thoughts, meant I left our meeting feeling she understood me, my business, and I no longer felt lost on how to move forward. Would highly recommend any creative business to invest in Helen's services as the results speak for themselves."

Claires Work

I have professional indemnity insurance and am an ACIM member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).

This is a professional body that offers guidance and frameworks for best practice within the marketing industry, providing me with professional accountability and you with peace of mind! If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at helen@thethriveplace.co.uk otherwise pop that session in your basket and let's get started!

Matty Burnham

“I can highly recommend Helen’s services! Helen was so friendly and her knowledge and experience was evident from the outset. Helen had researched my business and her invaluable guidance was specifically tailored to my own work and circumstances.

This was a brilliant investment for me, thanks so much Helen!”

Mattys Work
detail from artist Helen Bretherton's cross stitch design inspired by the film Jaws

Helen Bretherton, Sew Needle Juice

Helen brings a unique combination of business expertise and genuine empathy for your work and goals. Exceeding my expectations, she delved into the niche world of cross-stitch before our meeting, presenting a detailed plan to expand my business with practical and attainable steps. Personable and knowledgeable, she provides clear guidance, inspiring confidence to steer my small cross-stitch design business towards new heights. Helen's honesty shines through as she prioritizes your best interests and the success of your business. I highly recommend her services!

Helen's Work