One powerful hour together
In a single 60-minute call we'll talk through a specific question, brainstorm a new project or make a plan for steps ahead.
This option is perfect if you want some fresh eyes on your business, but don't need the ongoing support and accountability of the 1-month and 3-month packages.
Before our call I'll send you a questionnaire to get to know your business, which also helps us to use our hour as efficiently as possible. And afterwards I'll send you detailed call notes, so you can immediately bring what we discussed to life.
A recording of the call is available if you'd like to, though do let me know at the start of our call so I can record it.
📌 I work with female small business owners, freelancers and creatives.
What we can work on together:
- forging a business and life away from the norm of overwork, the hustle and productivity culture
- expanding your marketing possibilities, especially beyond social media
- marketing in a slow and gentle way, with or without social media, that doesn’t require you to be ‘on’ all the time
- using Substack as a small business owner or freelancer
- brainstorming and implementing new service, products and (evergreen) income streams
- creating a slow, gentle and profitable business that fits in with your life, needs and desires, incl. running a business next to a family, a job or (chronic) illness
- pivoting to self-employment
- prioritising and planning in a gentle and effective way
- setting prices and rates that truly nourish you financially
I'll be your cheerleader, sounding board, strategy guide and accountability partner as you build the business you desire.
"I was amazed by how much we covered in such a short space of time. Astrid was so well prepared, which really put me at ease and helped me enjoy the process."
— Sarah Robertson, designer and writer
Testimonials
"Astrid has an uncanny ability to simplify muddled messes and tease out practical solutions."
- Vanessa Simpson, photographer and writer
“I felt much more clear-headed about what I want and what I need to do to make that happen. I got a lot of clarity from some of the pointed questions Astrid asked – both around what practical steps I would take (ex: what’s my plan to spend less time on IG) but also on why I wanted something (ex: why I want to hire help etc). The fact that I had to communicate both my reasons for feeling a certain way AND my plan of action around that feeling really helped me to get clear myself on what exactly needs to happen.”
- Ruth Werwai, founder Raincloud & Sage
“Astrid is great at looking at the big picture. She helped me see where I could set more boundaries to protect my energy, as well as places I could monetize the work I’m already doing.”
- Dacy Gillespie, personal stylist at The mindful closet
“Astrid helped me organize my ideas around my new newsletter and also helped plan my launch strategy. She also guided me through some of the daunting emotional leaps in this project.
Her follow-up notes are stellar! Really appreciate that and the gentle check-ins in between sessions.”
- Cynthia Morris, author and coach
“Before my call with Astrid I felt uneasy about using social media and had some concerns about continuing with Facebook and Twitter. I felt quite overwhelmed by the ‘need’ to show up everywhere. But our call helped to relay my fears around letting go of those channels in order to make more room for other marketing opportunities. I was amazed by how much we covered in one hour. Astrid was so well prepared, which really put me at ease and help me enjoy the process!”
- Sarah Robertson, brand designer
“I felt like I had a much better understanding of my work/life/balance issues, seeing them clearly with steps to take to organise them better, with aims to more forward which felt exciting. I really liked that Astrid championed the way I work, working gently, there was no element of applying more pressure or more tasks.”
- Freya Lines, paper artist and designer
"I came looking for guidance balancing my business with plans to build a coaching business—and our sessions turned into coaching for launching my very first coaching cohort! I discovered how to naturally integrate my offerings into my newsletter without seeming salesy, in a way that still aligned with my voice, and I gained confidence in my ability to lead a coaching cohort. Astrid was such a calming and encouraging presence—I left every session feeling organized, aligned and inspired."
- Kailey Brennan Dello Russo
"I wanted help creating a blog presence online and through working with Astrid I realised Substack was the way to go for me. Working with her was wonderful, and it was awesome to work with someone who has similar work values. Thoughtful, thorough and helpful."
- Bridget Sullivan Mermel
"In my mentoring calls with Astrid, I come with a list of things to cover, and we always manage to cover everything and more.
And as a coach, I know that so much happens in between calls. Astrid makes it easy to send SOS and celebrations. Being in touch helps me get her input, make decisions, and feel supported. This is what I want - to feel like my coach is on my team and is there for me."
- Cynthia Morris
"I so enjoyed working with Astrid and I've learned so many invaluable things. Working with Astrid was so helpful and I appreciate her insight so much."
- Jenn Chic
"Astrid sees you as a whole person. She is able to balance your needs and wants, break down your to-do's into bite-sized tasks and also keep an eye on your business. Astrid can truly hold a safe space. Her guidance is gentle and empowering and I appreciate how generously she shared her insights."
- Maren R.
"I am so delighted to meet Astrid and for her to mentor me. I really feel like I am investing in myself when I am working with Astrid. She is incredibly encouraging, gentle and on your side, which is exactly what I needed. What's more she has an incredible eye for detail, she picks up on nuances and any hesitations for exploration. Astrid is not afraid to challenge you either, which is something I needed as well. I have appreciated the flexibility she has given me, as I have a chronic illness, I am not always able to stick to a plan if I am feeling unwell. Her understanding of this made me take the leap to commit to mentoring with Astrid. I really cannot recommend her enough - she goes above and beyond, in the most natural way, that does not feel like pressure."
- Bonnie Chung
"To say that Astrid is supportive is an understatement. She helped me work through many things in my mindset and my business, and I could tell that she genuinely wanted to help me. My meetings with Astrid felt like meetings with a friend, and I appreciate her valuable insight. I 10/10 recommend her as a business mentor!"
- Bri Dunavan
Price
- a questionnaire before the call to help me get to know your business and goals;
- 1 x 60 min appointment;
- detailed call notes after the call.