Shamshad Walker Marketing

Shamshad Walker Marketing Working with ambitious businesses that want to grow. We develop marketing plans and then deliver the

We develop marketing plans and then deliver the digital marketing on behalf of our clients. The aim is to drive traffic to their websites so they can create a pipeline of leads.

Thank you to Katrina Starkie and Nottingham Trent University Dryden Enterprise Centre for giving me the opportunity to p...
24/09/2026

Thank you to Katrina Starkie and Nottingham Trent University Dryden Enterprise Centre for giving me the opportunity to present this morning at the Networking event.

It was great to meet local businesses and share some practical marketing tips that they can take away and apply.

One area that prompted an interesting discussion afterwards was Google Business Profile and the role it can play in helping businesses become more visible online.

A Google Business Profile can be particularly useful for helping your business appear on Google, sharing key information and, importantly, giving customers somewhere to leave reviews.

However, getting a Google Business Profile approved and verified can sometimes be challenging.

If you are unable to set one up, don't let that stop you from collecting customer reviews. There are other platforms you can use to build social proof and demonstrate the experience your customers have had with your business.

It's also a good reminder that your Google Business Profile is only one part of your online presence. Your website still has an important role to play, and regularly reviewing your content, keywords and search visibility can help potential customers find you when they are searching online.

Thank you again to everyone who joined the session and contributed to the discussion.

Calling all businesses - Are you looking to make new business connections and pick up some practical sales tips at the s...
15/09/2026

Calling all businesses - Are you looking to make new business connections and pick up some practical sales tips at the same time? Join us on Thursday 17 September at Dryden Enterprise Centre.

Quite a few businesses have asked whether they can attend the Creative and Digital Network even if they are not from the creative or digital sectors.
So, for this month, I have opened up the remaining tickets to businesses from all sectors.

It is a chance to meet many local creative and digital businesses, make new connections, and hear from an expert speaker.

This month, our speaker is Ian Baker, who will talk about The Art of Selling Without Feeling Salesy.

Ian will share practical advice on how to build confidence, ask better questions and help people buy without pushing, pitching or pretending to be someone you are not.

We will also break into smaller groups so everyone has the opportunity to talk about their business and get to know others in the room.
So bring plenty of business cards.

Thursday 17 September
9.30 am – 11.30 am
Dryden Enterprise Centre, Nottingham

Places are limited, so book your place while tickets are still available. https://lnkd.in/eBdQXkKe

If you are a creative or digital business in Nottingham, we would love to see you at next week’s networking event - Thur...
11/09/2026

If you are a creative or digital business in Nottingham, we would love to see you at next week’s networking event - Thursday 17 September at Dryden Enterprise Centre.

The Creative and Digital Network is a great opportunity to meet other businesses working across the creative and digital sectors, make new connections and share ideas.

This month, we are delighted to welcome Ian Baker, who will share practical tips on improving your approach to sales.

Our next event: Thursday 17 September from 9.30 am to 11.30 am at the Dryden Enterprise Centre, Nottingham Trent University.

We would love to see you there. Tickets are discounted to £10 this month. Click here to book https://shamshadwalker.co.uk/networking/event/20-the-creative-and-digital-network-september-2026

I love networking and attending events where I can meet new people. I always try to connect with people on LinkedIn wher...
28/07/2026

I love networking and attending events where I can meet new people. I always try to connect with people on LinkedIn where I can. But it’s also worth considering what happens when you give someone your business card, a leaflet or other printed media. Has this helped you build your database or generate new leads? If not read on.

Many businesses I meet invest time and money into networking events, exhibitions, printed brochures and leaflets, yet often overlook what happens next.

The reality is that traditional marketing rarely generates a sale on its own. Its purpose is to create awareness, spark interest and begin a relationship. Digital marketing helps you continue that conversation, build trust and ultimately convert interest into enquiries and sales.

Rather than treating traditional and digital marketing as separate activities, the most successful businesses combine them into a seamless customer journey.

Read More here https://shamshadwalker.co.uk/blog/why-traditional-marketing-still-matters-in-a-digital-world

This is the first in a series of monthly workshops to be held at LCB Depot in the heart of Leicester.The Marketing Club ...
27/07/2026

This is the first in a series of monthly workshops to be held at LCB Depot in the heart of Leicester.

The Marketing Club is designed to bring together ambitious businesses that want to learn together and spend time working on their business. On Tuesday 15 September, we will be focusing on creating a marketing plan for the year ahead.

As the session is interactive, places are limited to 12, so book early to avoid disappointment. https://shamshadwalker.co.uk/marketing-club/event/33-the-marketing-club-leicester-september-2026

Summer marketing checklist - As the summer holidays swiftly approach, many of us are looking forward to spending time wi...
16/07/2026

Summer marketing checklist - As the summer holidays swiftly approach, many of us are looking forward to spending time with family, taking a well-earned break, and recharging after a busy first half of the year. For many businesses, summer can also be a little quieter.

While it is important to switch off and enjoy some time away from work, the quieter weeks can be the perfect opportunity to take stock of your marketing, update your online presence, and start planning for what is often a busy September.

You don’t need to spend hours every day working. Even setting aside a couple of hours each week can make a significant difference and leave you feeling much more organised when business picks up again.

Here are a few ideas to help you make the most of the summer. https://shamshadwalker.co.uk/blog/summer-marketing-checklist

How do marketers get marketing advice and support? They call in the A-Team, of course!Over the past few weeks, these fan...
09/07/2026

How do marketers get marketing advice and support? They call in the A-Team, of course!

Over the past few weeks, these fantastic students Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University have been working on a consultancy project for me. Ketki Gaikwad, Kylian Nafackdonfack, Samuel Acheampong and Madhu Panwar, supported by their lecturer Chiamaka Kwazu

Today they presented their recommendations, and I came away with some brilliant ideas for launching my Marketing Club in London.

When you spend so much of your time helping other businesses with their marketing, it can be surprisingly difficult to step back and focus on your own plans. Having an external perspective challenged my thinking, generated fresh ideas and highlighted opportunities that I had not considered.

The students should be incredibly proud of what they achieved. Their professionalism, creativity and enthusiasm really shone through.

If you are a business looking for fresh ideas, I would highly recommend taking advantage of this opportunity through Nottingham Trent University. It is a fantastic way to gain valuable insights while giving students the chance to apply their knowledge to real business challenges.

A huge thank you to the team for all your hard work. I am looking forward to putting your recommendations into action. London here I come! 😀

It was great to deliver my first Marketing Club workshop in Leicester yesterday morning at the LCB Depot.Although not ev...
02/07/2026

It was great to deliver my first Marketing Club workshop in Leicester yesterday morning at the LCB Depot.

Although not everyone who booked could attend, the businesses that did were fantastic. It was a really interactive session with plenty of questions, discussions and, most importantly, time for everyone to work on improving their LinkedIn profiles.

The LCB Depot was the perfect venue, and the freshly baked banana loaf and croissants were a welcome bonus!

Thank you to everyone who came along and contributed to such an engaging morning.

Watch this space for more Marketing Club workshops from September onwards. I am currently developing a new programme with practical, hands-on sessions designed to help small businesses strengthen their marketing and achieve better results.

If there is a marketing topic you would like to see covered, let me know in the comments.

What a fantastic evening at the latest Rushcliffe Business Partnership networking event.More than 50 local businesses ca...
30/06/2026

What a fantastic evening at the latest Rushcliffe Business Partnership networking event.

More than 50 local businesses came together to connect, learn and share ideas in a stunning setting. The event was hosted by the Chair of RBP, Tim Ryan

A huge thank you to Katie Deacon Hypnotherapy for sharing practical advice on managing stress and protecting our wellbeing. As small business owners, our stress buckets can fill up very quickly, so taking time to understand how to recognise and manage stress is invaluable.

It was also inspiring to hear Matt Parfitt reflect on his 19-year journey of building successful businesses while creating opportunities for people who might otherwise struggle to find employment. A great reminder that commercial success and social impact can go hand in hand.

The beautiful venue, delicious canapés and great conversations made for a brilliant evening. Thank you to everyone who came along. I'm already looking forward to the next one.

And it was great to watch Gemma Wilks - Brand and Commercial Photographer 📸 in action too 😀

There are now just three places remaining for our LinkedIn workshop on Wednesday 1st July in Leicester.If you are a busi...
29/06/2026

There are now just three places remaining for our LinkedIn workshop on Wednesday 1st July in Leicester.

If you are a business owner or responsible for marketing within your organisation, this practical workshop will help you make better use of LinkedIn to build valuable connections, increase your visibility and generate more leads.

This is not just a presentation. Bring your laptop, and you will have the opportunity to work on your personal profile or company page during the session, with practical guidance you can put into action straight away.

If you know a business in the East Midlands that would benefit from attending, I would really appreciate it if you could repost this or tag them in the comments.

I look forward to seeing everyone on Wednesday at the fabulous LCB Depot. It's such a great venue! https://shamshadwalker.co.uk/marketing-club/event/31-the-marketing-club-leicester-july-2026

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