Welcome to Simply Plan and Do

Hi, I’m Jackie.

I teach online business owners digital design skills through e-books, courses and templates.

• Would you love to add another income stream to your business but don't know how to find the time or where to start?
• Have you tried to piece together endless tutorials, but nobody tells you everything you need to know or in what order to do things?
• Or perhaps you’ve tried to create a digital product but find the whole process overwhelming so you give up?

If this sounds like you, Simply Plan and Do is here to help!

Who is Simply Plan and Do for?

As an online business owner, you know only too well how many hats you wear to keep your business running. Email marketing, list building, products and services, launching, social media, website, blogging…and the list goes on. Few of us start our business knowing how to do all these things. We accept these are skills we need to learn.

I believe the same applies to design. Design isn’t about ‘natural talent’ or ‘art’. Yes, it is creative, but as learnable as any other skill. And, what a valuable skill it is! From digital products to product promos, lead magnets to website graphics, sales pages to shop previews, and social media posts to ad creatives. Graphic design is a vital part of running a successful online business.

Looking to enhance your skills?

If you are looking to enhance your online business skills in a supportive learning environment, enabling you to produce your own unique, stand-out digital products and graphics, you are in the right place.

Although I’m a huge fan of templates as a learning tool, you won’t find generic, done-for-you products or courses here. I’m a firm believer in making something unique to you, your business, and your customers’ needs.

20 years of online business and digital design experience

I started experimenting with professional design software nearly 25 years ago, and have run online service and product-based businesses since the early 2000s.

I’ve worked as a design and marketing virtual assistant for online companies and consultants around the world. I also have a teaching qualification which has been invaluable in helping me make learning digital design as accessible as possible.

I've built up my knowledge from simple graphics to website design, desktop publishing, vector art, repeat patterns, and digital planners. These design skills have helped me to sell hundreds of digital products, becoming a 5-star Etsy seller.

As a self-taught designer, I know design theory and software can feel overwhelming when you are new. You just need an experienced guide to show you how. And that's where I come in!

I truly believe it's never too late to learn a new skill. Beginners and curious minds are welcome here. 

Professional Bio

Jackie lives in the beautiful, historic city of Bath in the UK with her partner, son and black cat. Drawing on her 20 years of online business experience, she teaches business owners digital design skills through e-books, courses and templates. She uses her teaching and instructional design knowledge to break down barriers and reduce overwhelm. She is a true believer in lifelong learning. When not playing with design software and tinkering with her website, she loves keeping her ageing bones in shape with kettlebells and calisthenics.