Success Story: Bellissimi Beauty
Simi from Bellissimi Beauty got the ideal ad placement for her laser services — see how Spiky Carrot helped her get seen by the right audience.
Why Adding a Phone Number to Your Poster Beats a QR Code for Local Advertising
Boost trust, accessibility, and conversions with a phone number on your poster. Discover why it outperforms a QR code in local advertising.
Success Story: Your Calm Mind Academy
Helen from Your Calm Mind Academy used Spiky Carrot to advertise offline and reach clients needing support with anxiety — see how we made it work.
Success Story: Art By Steph Christie
Pet portrait artist Stephanie Christie found the perfect local ad spot with Spiky Carrot — in a pet shop! A natural match that brought real visibility.
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Become part of a growing network of small business owners just like you. Get inspired by real stories, discover brilliant advertising opportunities, and learn how to get your business seen.
How The Flourish Foundry Reached New Local Customers with Spiky Carrot Advertising
Discover how The Flourish Foundry used Spiky Carrot to advertise in local cafés and connect with customers in unexpected, high-impact places.
How to Choose the Right Ad Space for Your Business Goals
Selecting the right ad space is crucial for maximizing your marketing impact. This guide helps small businesses align their goals, target audience, and budget with ideal ad spaces, both online and offline, using Spiky Carrot’s versatile platform.
Why Small Businesses Shouldn’t Overlook Sponsorship Opportunities
Discover why small businesses should embrace sponsorship opportunities. Learn how sponsoring events, supporting local causes, and forming strategic partnerships can boost brand visibility, build trust, and create valuable networking connections to drive long-term growth and success.
What Makes a Good Business Ad? Design Tips to Stand Out
In today’s crowded marketplace, creating a standout business ad design requires more than eye-catching visuals. It demands strategic use of branding, color, and compelling calls-to-action. Learn how to craft ads that captivate, inspire, and drive customer action.
DIY MARKETING VS HIRING AN EXPERT – When to Get Professional Help
Marketing is the lifeblood of any business, but should you handle it yourself or bring in a pro like Spiky Carrot?
From Digital to Physical: Exploring Unique Advertising Spaces for Small Businesses
Discover how Spiky Carrot bridges the gap between digital and physical advertising, offering small businesses creative ad spaces in cafes, community hubs, retail shops, local magazines, and more.
10 Cost-Effective Ways to Advertise Your Business Locally
Discover cost-effective ways to advertise locally with in-café ads, sponsorships, and event marketing. Spiky Carrot offers budget-friendly ad spaces, helping your business gain visibility and connect with customers without overspending.
Why Visibility Matters: How to Get Your Business Seen in 2025
In 2025, standing out is essential for business growth. Spiky Carrot helps businesses access ad space, boosting visibility and staying ahead of the competition.
The Curse of Being a Web Developer
Starting a business is full of challenges, and being a web developer can be both a blessing and a curse when juggling responsibilities and realising your vision.
7 Steps to Generate Income by Wrapping Your Business Vehicle with Advertisements
Turn your vehicle into cash. Wrap your business car, scooter, or bike with an advertisement and earn extra income.
How to Make Money Using Social Media: Turn Your Followers into Revenue
Turn your social media fans into profit! Discover clever ways to make money from your online following.
Turn Your Expertise into Earnings: How to Monetise Your Business Blog
Boost traffic and earn revenue by making your blog work harder for you.
Why start a blog on top of everything else?
The Spiky Carrot blog is here! We'll explore how it came about and why I'm excited to start it.