Our SEO team is growing! Lewis, our new SEO Specialist, joined us in early September and has been settling in really well. Here is a bit more about him…
What made you choose Fanatic, and how have you found it so far?
I was looking to move back into the office after being remote for a long time, and I noticed Fanatic was hiring for an SEO! I jumped at the opportunity as their office isn’t too far from me and I had worked with them in the past. Fanatic shared all the same energy as me and it was clear they were passionate about what they do. Just from the intro interview alone, it was clear Fanatic knew their stuff. I have found everyone very welcoming and friendly. It’s nice to be in a place where people can have a laugh in meetings and have the flexibility to do their best work. The clients I have met so far are lovely and the results we’re getting for them are impressive. I’ve been really enjoying how quickly I am getting to grips with the clients and have actually quite liked being immediately introduced to a lot of them. I think in past places, it took too long for intros to be made but the sooner it happens the sooner I can start building relationships.
What did you do before Fanatic, and what got you into digital marketing?
I have always been an SEO to be honest and was an SEO manager before this (and before that as well). I started building my own websites when I was in Uni, building affiliate websites which paid for my beers and kebabs. I enjoyed the process of researching keywords, understanding competitive landscapes, and applying psychology/cognitive principles. After Uni, I landed my first SEO job as a content marketing executive and the rest is history.
What’s one thing you’re looking forward to learning or achieving in your first few months with us?
Looking forward to actually speaking to people in person! Also, after my last positions, I missed working 1-1 with clients and running meetings, so I’m excited to actually speak to clients again and build those relationships.
Is there a particular piece of advice or philosophy that guides your professional life?
All things are difficult before they are easy.
Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of work?
Weightlifting
Badminton
Surfing
Snowboarding (for one month out of the year)
Festivals/gigs
What’s something fun or surprising about you that we wouldn’t guess?
Cheryl Cole is my second cousin lol. Still yet to be invited around for Christmas! I think we share the same great grandparents!
What is your favourite dish of all time?
Scrambled eggs on sourdough… GOAT breakfast.
