Confidently Grow Your Website Business with 1:1 Mentoring

Practical guidance, strategies, and support tailored to your business

You’re great at building websites. Now it’s time to grow your business.

You know you do great work. Your websites look stunning, perform beautifully and get results for your clients. But you’re not seeing that translate into a thriving, reliable stream of projects.

The industry is competitive. It feels like you’re competing for clients on price, battling against countless other designers and developers. You’d love for the right clients to come to you instead of you always having to chase them. But you’re not sure how to make that happen.

You may have tried all the usual routes. Facebook groups, freelance platforms, countless portfolios, all with limited success. You’re ready to take control of your future, grow a sustainable business and attract the kind of clients you really want to work with.

I was done guessing and struggling, so I got serious about figuring it all out. From pricing and packaging to landing the clients I really wanted, I made it my mission to learn what works. I’ve used these methods to grow my business into an award-winning agency. I’m here to show you how you can do it, too.

Build your business with professional support

You’ve mastered the code and the design, but running your business, landing the right clients, and scaling smartly? That’s a whole different skill set. Mentoring is your fast track to more focus, better strategy, and more rewarding work. All without the burnout.

Website design isn’t an easy industry. Designers compete with each other, alongside those pesky “free tools” that convince clients they can do it themselves. Sometimes it’s hard not to feel a bit lost.

I’m here to help you take control of your website career. Whether you’re a designer looking to scale (or simply earn a decent income) or a developer who’d rather stay behind the scenes but become the go-to person every designer calls on, I’ve got you covered.

I’m here to support you in turning your skills into a sustainable, fulfilling business.

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What you’ll gain from mentoring sessions

Strategic Clarity , Get laser‑focused on your strengths, your ideal clients, and what sets you apart
Smart Growth. Build systems for marketing, client onboarding, contracts & pricing
Tailored Support. 1:1 guidance on UX, development workflow, web strategy, site structure, SEO, project delivery
Creative Confidence. Make decisions and take action with clarity, backed and supported by professional insight
Stress‑free Scaling. Grow without overwhelm. Be supported in making decisions and taking your next steps

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“Holly brings a wealth of experience in building online visibility. She is incredibly supportive, an excellent listener, and full of empathy.

I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking to enhance their online presence”

Marie de Champchesnel

This is for you if:

You’re a designer or developer ready to grow beyond hands‑on services
You want better‑fit clients and purposeful project selection
You need systems, confidence and marketing visibility
You prefer hands‑on, personalised learning with focused accountability

This isn’t for code‑only learning or beginner tutorials. It’s designed for skilled website designers and developers ready to transition from freelance to strategic business owners. Building websites for clients, as well as building a sustainable career.

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“Thank You for yesterday’s session! It was a great blocker-remover, and got me to analyse a lot of the choices I have made and the reasons behind them.

It’s great to have the accountability, and also access to your wealth of knowledge and wisdom around this process.”

Rob Fisher

Frequently Asked Questions

How do sessions work?

Sessions run for up to 75 minutes. We meet on Zoom and we work through where you’re currently at, what issues you’re having and where you’d like to position yourself in the market.

How many sessions will I need?

To make the most out of mentoring I recommend a minimum of 6 sessions, starting off weekly.

Does it matter what platforms I use for building websites?

No, it doesn’t matter. Mentoring sessions support you in:

identifying your personal strengths
identifying weak areas in your business
identifying your ideal client and how to market to them
looking at (and improving) your systems and processes
supporting you through problem areas and difficulties with clients
providing solid foundations for business growth
helping you grow and scale your business

Whichever platforms you use are just a small part of the overall picture of your business.

Can I meet you before signing up for mentoring?

Yes, of course. Simply click here to book a free discovery call and we’ll meet on Zoom.

Does mentoring have any guarantees?

When we meet we’ll agree goals that we’ll work towards. As the sessions are available for you to book as, and when suits you, rather than a fully structured programme, I can’t guarantee you’ll meet all of your goals.

However, show up consistently, meet for mentoring regularly and you’ll find yourself streaks ahead of when we first start working together.

If I’ve bought your courses already, is this for me?

Yes! Clients tell me mentoring fast‑tracks their course outcomes with tailored support and implementation help.

Do you offer design support?

Yes, if you’d like to work on improving your web design skills and work on layouts and processes, mentoring is a good option for you.

I'm neurodivergent, can we still work together?

From one neurodivergent web designer to another – yes, absolutely! I will also create space for your brain to work how it works best. Tell me how you learn best and I’ll tailor the sessions so you get the most out of them.

What if I need help in-between sessions?

You can get hold of me on email at any point. Just drop me an email and I’ll come straight back to you.

Hi, I’m Holly Christie!

⭐️ Website designer ⭐️ Mentor ⭐️ Founder ⭐️ Podcast Host

I’ve been in the website design and marketing space since the early 00s. I’ve built 2 successful website design businesses, This Demanding Life and Simply Sites and I work with designers like you, to build a career you love.

For many years I felt like I was trapped in the weeds of my business. Often describing it as like trying to swim through treacle. Hustling in groups for web design work and working on build after build. Same stuff, different day.

In 2021 that changed. I was ready for more. I started working with a coach, identifying my skills, my ideal client, how to make my business more efficient and I have never looked back. As well as creating websites I make it my business to know everything there is to know about UX design, Accessibility, SEO and Best Practices. I leave no stone unturned in having the best business and producing the best websites.

I want the same for you.

For you to love the business you work in, with a steady stream of excellent fit clients. To build websites you’re proud of, and work with people you admire. Trust me, I can teach you all of these things.

No more hustling in Facebook groups. No more work from Fiverr, it’s time to get started.

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Get ready to build and grow a business you love

You don’t have to figure it all out alone. With the right support, you can build a business that works for you. One that’s fulfilling, sustainable, and built on your strengths. You’ve got the skills. Now let’s apply them with clarity and strategy to grow a business you truly love.

Let’s get started

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What others are saying

    
 
 
         
   Jack Graham 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Working with Holly has been a 10/10 experience in every single way. Firstly, the result is exactly what I wanted and I really appreciated how she totally got my brand and what I was going for, then translated that into something that'll actually get inbound clients. She was flexible and willing to always go the extra mile which I super appreciated. The process was also super easy, stress-free, and dare I say it, fun! Cost-wise, the value is completely unmatched. Couldn't recommend Holly and This Demanding Life highly enough.
  
 
        
   Neal Veglio 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is the second website Holly has built for me, and to say she went over and above, is an understatement. I didn't even think I needed a new website for my podcast because I had a membership with a podcast website supplier. It didn't take long for her to show me the benefits of owning my own domain, and bringing everything in house. And let's just say, I finally have a website I can proudly share. In fact, here it is. Go check it out, and then tell me what you're waiting for because you shouldn't have any excuse but to hire her for your site as soon as possible! podmastery.co
  
 
        
   Andrew Gent 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From the initial engagement to publishing, Holly was committed to helping us produce a replacement website. Understanding of our needs and concerns she was patient , knowledgeable,  supportive and responsive - it was a real pleasure to work with her and her team and the results, we think, speak for themselves - Superb!
  
 
        
   Stella Da Silva 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Working with Holly  on my website was an excellent experience from start to finish. Holly really took the time to understand me, my brand, and how I wanted to show up online. What impressed me most was her ability to turn ideas in my head into a website that genuinely feels like me. She combines creativity with strategic thinking, gives honest advice, and makes the whole process feel collaborative and easy. The feedback I’ve had on the website has been consistent. “This is so you.” That says everything. If you are looking for someone who listens, challenges your thinking in the right way, and delivers a website with clarity, personality and purpose, I would highly recommend Holly.
  
 
        
   Alicia NOBLE 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you for my new website Holly! It looks amazing and just what I asked for. This is my first website and Holly's Simply Sites process makes it all so easy.  From the first discovery call, through to the submission templates and the review & feedback process,  Holly has taken care to make this process as smooth and stress free as possible.  Highly recommend Holly's website services - her expert knowledge, genuine client care and attention to detail makes her stand out from the competition! Thanks again, Holly!
  
 
        
   Paul Surridge 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I thoroughly recommend Holly and her team to anyone looking to build a new website. Holly is great to work with, very responsive and has designed a great looking website for my business that is already driving new enquiries.
  
 
        
   Rachel Law 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Holly built me a fabulous website which perfectly depicts my business. She was very professional throughout and kept me in touch at every point. Any issues were quickly dealt with and Holly was very quick to respond to any questions I had or any changes I asked for. Very happy with the whole process and end result. I would recommend Holly and This Demanding Life.
  
 
        
   Louise Foster 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Not only is Holly a fantastic web designer, her knowledge also extends to marketing, sales, legal stuff, pretty much everything... I wish I'd have known about her other services when I was first starting out. Her expertise in all these other areas would have made my life so much easier and I wouldn't have wasted so long trying to figure all this stuff myself. Her advice and packs are top tier quality, just what you need if you're at the beginning of your web design business. Save yourself the headache and stress of wondering what exactly you need to "get it right". One click, one payment and it's yours. And it won't break the bank. Thanks Holly, you've made my life so much more simple!!
  
 
        
   Tanya Lloyd 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Holly created a website for me through her Simply Sites service, and I couldn’t be happier with the result. I chose the Clarity theme, which I absolutely loved from the start. Since it’s gone live, I’ve had compliments on how it looks and how easy it is to navigate. Holly was able to help me with ideas for my new site before and during the process. She made everything feel straightforward, and went above and beyond to make sure I was happy with the final site. Highly recommend!