Since going independent in 2024, I’ve worked on a wide range of Salesforce-related projects. But one of the most surprising, and enjoyable, has been serving as an outsourced builder of pre-sales demos. This niche role blends creativity, speed, and strategic thinking. And for Salesforce partners or consulting teams short on time or internal resources, it’s become a game-changer. My Background in Pre-Sales Before going solo, I worked with several Salesforce partners including V

In October 2025, Esse Skincare , a premium skincare brand based in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, reached out to me for help. They had invested in Salesforce, but like many fast-growing companies, they weren’t getting the full value from their system. This project was a great example of how an independent Salesforce consultant can step in, assess the situation clearly, and help a team take control of their platform with confidence. About the Client: Esse Skincare Esse Skincare

2025 was a turning point for me. I finally made the leap from corporate life to independent consulting, and this website is the result. In my first year of working solo, I had the chance to partner with some incredible organisations: from building marketing demos for Inspire AI, to auditing systems at Esse Skincare, to delivering projects with Soar for South African nonprofits. I also secured two fantastic contracts with Vloeiend and Blue Force, Dutch consultancies doing impr

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