Small Business Made Simple Podcast

Jenn Donovan: Marketer and Social Media Expert
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Small Business Made Simple Podcast

Small Business Made Simple Podcast - for small business owners who want to reach their goals, need accountability and bite size marketing and social media tips and tricks. Hear from Small Business owners just like you or our host Jenn, who has been in the trenches of small business and is now here to help you achieve those goals. You've GOT THIS!

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    How to Start a Business (Again) in 2024 - Podcast Episode 317

    🎧 Ready to start (or restart!) your business journey in 2024? Tune in to Episode 317 of the Small Business Made Simple Podcast! 🚀 In this episode, I’m diving into what it would look like if you had to start your business all over again with all the wisdom you have now. What would you change? What would stay the same? From finding your niche to building a killer brand and obsessing over customer experience, I’ll share practical strategies to help you nail it the second time around! 🔥 Plus, we’ll talk about my personal “Ready, Fire, Aim” approach, networking tips, content creation, and how to build a brand that connects emotionally with your audience. And of course, a little wisdom from Richard Branson makes an appearance! 😉 🎯 If you're ready to get actionable steps and inspiration to reimagine your business success in 2024, hit play now! Don’t forget to join the conversation in the Like Minded Business Owners Facebook group. P.S. If this episode hits home, share it with a mate and leave a quick review—I'd be super grateful! 🙏 Let’s make 2024 your best business year yet! Click play now, or head over to www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/317 for more details. Let's take your business from "meh" to massive success! Take a listen to episode 317 and hear the GOLD! 🟠 WANT 365 IDEAS ON WHAT TO POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA? Free eBook – https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/365-days-of-content-ideas-for-social-media/ 🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge    🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/ 🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/317  🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/ 🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au

    20 min

  2. 3 OCT

    The Admin of Life as a Business Owner - Podcast Episode 316

    In this episode of the Small Business Made Simple podcast, Jenn Donovan chats with Lisa from Life Balance Essentials about how outsourcing and effective life admin can transform your business. Lisa shares valuable tips on managing overwhelming inboxes, creating effective to-do lists, and how AI can support busy entrepreneurs. If you’re struggling to keep up with life and business admin, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in now for practical strategies and insights that will help you work smarter, not harder. Don’t miss out—listen to the full episode today! Click play now, or head over to www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/316 for more details.  Take a listen to episode 316 and hear the GOLD! 🟠 WANT 365 IDEAS ON WHAT TO POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA? Free eBook – https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/365-days-of-content-ideas-for-social-media/ 🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge    🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/ 🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/316 🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/ 🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au

    40 min

  3. 26 SEPT

    META – We Seriously Need to Talk - Podcast Episode 315

    🚨 Big News Alert: Episode 315 - META: We Seriously Need to Talk! 🚨 Meta (Facebook and Instagram's parent company) just dropped a MAJOR update, and if you're a small business owner, you need to tune in to this week's episode of the "Small Business Made Simple" podcast. This is more than just a tweak—it's a seismic shift that could change the way you market your business online. I’m going to walk you through what these changes mean and how they’ll impact your content strategy. As a savvy marketer, it's essential you start treating your Meta content the same way you treat your Google content because, spoiler alert, Meta is coming for Google's territory! In this episode, I'll break down: Why Meta’s updates are a game-changer for your business. How you need to rethink your social media captions and content. What AI features Meta is introducing (and how they’ll affect you). Tips on how to adapt and thrive in this ever-changing digital landscape. Get ahead of the curve, save your sanity, and make sure your marketing strategy is set for 2025! Don’t miss this episode. 🔗 Listen now and be ready to up your marketing game! P.S. Join the conversation in the Like Minded Business Owners Facebook group and let's navigate these changes together: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LikeMindedBusinessOwners Remember, friends, in the world of small business, there's no point in dreaming small! 🎙✨ Click play now, or head over to www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/314 for more details. Let's take your marketing from "meh" to massive success! Take a listen to episode 314 and hear the GOLD! 🟠 WANT 365 IDEAS ON WHAT TO POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA? Free eBook – https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/365-days-of-content-ideas-for-social-media/ 🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge    🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/ 🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/314 🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/ 🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au

    19 min

  4. 19 SEPT

    The Art of BLeisure - Podcast Episode 314

    In Episode 314 of the Small Business Made Simple podcast, Jenn Donovan is joined by Emma Lovell, a dynamic pleasure coach and author of The Art of Pleasure. Together, they explore the crucial balance between business and leisure, and how small business owners can create more joy and freedom in their lives—without sacrificing success. Whether you’re feeling the burnout or simply craving more balance, this episode is packed with practical tips on combining work, travel, and self-care for a fulfilling entrepreneurial journey. Don’t miss out! Tune in to Episode 314 now, and start transforming your work-life balance today. Find all the show notes at socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/314.   🟠 WANT 365 IDEAS ON WHAT TO POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA? Free eBook – https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/365-days-of-content-ideas-for-social-media/ 🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge    🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/ 🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/313    🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/ 🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au

    40 min

  5. 11 SEPT

    Is Your Marketing Strategy Just Social Media Posting? - Podcast Episode 313

    🎙️ Small Business Made Simple Podcast - Episode 313: Is Your Marketing Strategy Just Social Media Posting? In this episode, Jenn Donovan pushes business owners to rethink their marketing strategies. Are you relying solely on social media? Jenn explains why this might be holding your business back and offers practical steps to diversify and grow your marketing efforts. From partnerships to podcast appearances, media features, and more, she lays out actionable tips that go beyond social media. Ready to take your marketing strategy to the next level? Tune in now and click through the extras for more insights! Click play now, or head over to www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/313 for more details. Let's take your marketing from "meh" to massive success! Take a listen to episode 313 and hear the GOLD! 🟠 WANT 365 IDEAS ON WHAT TO POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA? Free eBook – https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/365-days-of-content-ideas-for-social-media/ 🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge    🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/ 🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/313    🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/ 🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au

    26 min

  6. 7 SEPT

    Understanding Your Marketing & Sales Funnel - Podcast Episode 312

    🎙 Ready to turn your marketing strategy into a sales machine? In episode 312 of the Small Business Made Simple podcast, Jenn Donovan breaks down the mysterious world of marketing funnels and shows you how to attract, engage, and convert your ideal clients. Whether you’re a small business owner feeling stuck at the top of the funnel or looking to build lasting customer relationships, Jenn simplifies it all with actionable tips you can start using today. 💡 Tune in to learn how to: ·        Attract your ideal audience with the right content. ·        Move potential clients from awareness to conversion. ·        Build strong, lasting customer relationships that lead to referrals! And don’t miss Jenn’s challenge—how well is your funnel working for you? Click play now, or head over to www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/312 for more details. Let's take your marketing from "meh" to massive success! Take a listen to episode 312 and hear the GOLD! 🟠 WANT 365 IDEAS ON WHAT TO POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA? Free eBook – https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/365-days-of-content-ideas-for-social-media/ 🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge    🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/ 🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/312    🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/ 🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au

    23 min

  7. 29 AUG

    The Top Three (3) Marketing Things Business Owners Should Do Every Week - Podcast Episode 311

    Unlock your small business's marketing potential with three must-do weekly strategies! In this episode of Small Business Made Simple, Jenn Donovan shares her top tips to help you show up, reach out, and create impactful content. These practical, no-nonsense tactics will keep your business thriving. Tune in now! You can find the show notes and in listen here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/311 Take a listen to episode 311 and hear the GOLD! 🟠 WANT 365 IDEAS ON WHAT TO POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA? Free eBook – https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/365-days-of-content-ideas-for-social-media/ 🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge    🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/ 🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/311    🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/ 🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au

    22 min

  8. 23 AUG

    You Don’t Use ChatGPT Daily? Here’s Why You Should - Podcast Episode 310

    Do you use AI in your business daily? Use a program like ChatGPT to help you plan, help you with content, help you with bouncing ideas around? No? Well this episode is all about showing you why you should! And there’s a fabulous downloadable freebie with week too! We know things are tough right now and this episode is probably exactly what you need to hear - so listen in! You can find the show notes and in listen here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/310 Take a listen to episode 310 and hear the GOLD! 🟠 WANT 365 IDEAS ON WHAT TO POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA? Free eBook – https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/365-days-of-content-ideas-for-social-media/ 🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge    🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/ 🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/310    🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/ 🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au

    21 min
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Small Business Made Simple Podcast - for small business owners who want to reach their goals, need accountability and bite size marketing and social media tips and tricks. Hear from Small Business owners just like you or our host Jenn, who has been in the trenches of small business and is now here to help you achieve those goals. You've GOT THIS!

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  • Creator
    Jenn Donovan: Marketer and Social Media Expert
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    320
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jenn Donovan 2023
  • Show Website
    Small Business Made Simple Podcast

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