Little Seed Collective

Little Seed Collective At Little Seed Collective we are passionate about strategy that drives meaningful growth and partner with businesses like yours to help you achieve your goals.

Together, we’ll plant the seeds to help your business to flourish.

Delighted to partner with David Melse and the team at ALT. to deliver our next Marketing Strategy Workshop! Join Nicola ...
03/11/2025

Delighted to partner with David Melse and the team at ALT. to deliver our next Marketing Strategy Workshop!

Join Nicola and a group of like-minded small business owners for a practical, hands-on workshop focused on getting your marketing moving.

Find out more and grab your ticket: https://bit.ly/3XaRh0S
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The strongest marketing strategies compound over time.Markets shift. Economies change. Businesses grow.Your marketing sh...
21/10/2025

The strongest marketing strategies compound over time.

Markets shift. Economies change. Businesses grow.

Your marketing should evolve with them.

A solid strategy sets the direction. Real progress comes from what happens next - testing, learning, and refining along the way.

At Little Seed Collective, we bring those two worlds together.

We set the strategy, then work alongside our clients each month to review results, explore insights, and evolve the approach.

Strategy. Test. Refine. Scale.

That steady rhythm of reflection and refinement builds momentum that lasts.

How do you build space for learning and adjustment into your marketing process?
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Ready to step up your marketing? Here's three ways we can help:1. Marketing strategy: We start by defining what success ...
03/10/2025

Ready to step up your marketing?

Here's three ways we can help:

1. Marketing strategy:
We start by defining what success looks like for your business. Then we build a clear plan to get you there. Now’s the time to plan for 2026 - so you can come back after Christmas refreshed and ready to go.

2. Marketing coaching:
Running it all yourself? Or have an in-house marketer who’d benefit from professional development? We provide practical coaching that builds skills and confidence.

3. Fractional support:
Need a project delivered? Or just someone to take smaller tasks off your plate so you can focus on what you do best? That’s where we step in.

Whether you’re planning for next year, building your team’s skills, or just need a hand with projects, we're here to help.

Interested in finding out more? We'd love to hear from you:
[email protected]
www.littleseedcollective.co.nz
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30/09/2025

David Pai (known to many as Sugar) is the founder of Coffee Embassy, a Christchurch-based business dedicated to sourcing and roasting specialty coffee. With a reputation for quality and a deep respect for the craft, Sugar has built Coffee Embassy into a trusted name in the coffee community. He's passionate about connecting people through the experience of a truly great brew.

Nicola caught up with Sugar to talk about pivotal decisions along the way, the roasting process, and what no-one tells you about being your own boss.
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16/09/2025

David Downs has led organisations across a variety of industries including marketing, innovation, and strategy across both the public and private sectors. He is a published author, balances multiple leadership roles, is an active board chair, mentor and speaker.

Nicola caught up with David to find out what it takes to juggle competing priorities, what makes a story truly memorable, and how his diverse experience has influenced his approach to leadership. David also shares the non-negotiable principle he holds firm to when it comes to leading people.
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09/09/2025

StudioSlade part of the wider Slade Engineering Group Ltd., with a focus on bespoke, hand-crafted steel artwork. Creations including exquisite gates, stunning sculptures and custom designer furniture, can be found in homes and businesses across Aotearoa.

Nicola caught up with Owner and Director of Operations, Kristin Wall and expert blacksmith, Stu Sinclair to talk about how the two businesses work together, inspiration and building a business that people want to help grow.

The stunning steel stag head that Stu is currently working on is for sale and will be exhibited alongside other pieces at the Christchurch's Royal A&P show.
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03/09/2025

Soft skills are just as important as technical skills - Nicola got curious about what tactics some of our recent interviewees lean on when life get busy or stressful.

For Sam at Undisturbed, it’s pausing to reflect and be grateful for how far he’s come. For copywriter and content coach; Lizzie, it’s reminding herself that as a business owner she has the freedom to do things differently. Ali at Ōtautahi Christchurch had two gems - naming the emotion she’s feeling so she can set it aside and focus on what she can control, and collaborating with the people around her to help manage energy levels as a team. And for Rachael at Studio Wren, it’s carving out space in her schedule to recharge and look after herself.

Each answer is different, but the common thread is self-awareness. Knowing what keeps you grounded (and giving yourself permission to lean into it) can make all the difference.

What’s your go-to when life gets busy?
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Delighted to be featured in the latest issue of Avenues magazine, in the company of some incredibly talented local maker...
02/09/2025

Delighted to be featured in the latest issue of Avenues magazine, in the company of some incredibly talented local makers and creators.

Starting Little Seed Collective here in Ōtautahi has shown me just how strong and supportive the business community is - and how many creative businesses are doing amazing things in this city!

Read the September issue of Avenues Magazine here: https://www.avenues.net.nz/read-online
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Running a small business often means doing a bit of everything. Marketing can be one of those jobs that slips to the bot...
27/08/2025

Running a small business often means doing a bit of everything. Marketing can be one of those jobs that slips to the bottom of the list - or feels overwhelming when you do tackle it.

That’s why we've created the Mini Marketing Strategy Workshop. It’s a half-day, hands-on session with other small business owners where you’ll get clarity on the fundamentals of your marketing strategy and walk away with a focused plan that you can put into action straight away.

We'd love to have you join our next workshop:
📅 Thursday 25 September
🕐 1:30pm – 5:30pm
📍 Central Christchurch

Find out more and register here: https://www.littleseedcollective.co.nz/mini-marketing-strategy-workshop
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18/08/2025

Rachael is the founder of Studio Wren, a Christchurch-based landscape architecture studio with a focus on beautiful yet functional landscapes.

Her work is guided by the belief that a home isn’t complete without its landscape - every garden she designs is an extension of the people who live there.

Nicola caught up with Rachael to hear about the small details that make all the difference, the early decisions that turned out to be important and where she looks for inspiration.
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Eight months ago, Nicola traded the security of a marketing career for the unknowns of running strategic marketing consu...
14/08/2025

Eight months ago, Nicola traded the security of a marketing career for the unknowns of running strategic marketing consultancy, Little Seed Collective.

Here’s the learnings so far:

1. Iterate as you go - every new insight is a chance to improve.

2. Advice is everywhere - listen, read and watch, then think critically. Ask the right questions of people you admire.

3. Set a vision, but don’t forget to celebrate how far you’ve come.

4. Being in business is an emotional rollercoaster - on tough days a walk, a hot shower, or connecting with loved ones can make all the difference.

5. Authenticity attracts opportunities. The right opportunities usually show up when you’re not looking for them.

6. Outsourcing is the key to freeing up your time so you can focus on growth.

What are your biggest learnings in business?
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05/08/2025

Sam is the founder of Undisturbed, a small-batch, premium meadery based in Christchurch.

Using ancient techniques, Undisturbed ferments natural New Zealand honey to create a product that’s as thoughtful as it is delicious.

Nicola caught up with Sam to hear what’s surprised him about the process, the moments that have made it all worth it, and the quiet decisions that help keep the business's environmental footprint low.

Thank you to P***y Brewster Craft Beer Fillery for having us!

Find out more here: https://www.undisturbed.nz/
Or follow Undisturbed on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/undisturbed_nz/
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