Engaging Marketeer

Darren Jamieson

Described by one detractor as an 'angry receding man', Darren Jamieson hosts the Engaging Marketeer Podcast where the Liverpool Comedy Festival winner delivers his own brand of business and marketing content. With a mixture of personal stories, detailed advice, step-by-step processes, angry explosive rants and thought-provoking interviews, Darren offers a very different take on business and marketing that provides insights for new startups and experienced business owners alike.

  1. Helping you create a clutter-free, balanced life with Korina Venn

    2 DAYS AGO

    Helping you create a clutter-free, balanced life with Korina Venn

    This is one of those conversations that stays with you long after it ends... In this week’s podcast, Korina and Darren talk about clutter, comparison, social media pressure and the emotional weight we attach to our homes and belongings. This goes deeper than organisation tips or tidy rooms - Korina reveals how our environments affect our mental wellbeing, how comparison with others wears us down and why being intentional with what we keep is not about perfection, but about peace. If you’ve ever felt stuck, cluttered or stressed by your surroundings or by expectations that do not really fit your life, this episode is for you. More about Korina:  Korina Venn is a professional organiser and decluttering specialist who helps people create calmer, more balanced homes through practical and sustainable organisation. She takes a holistic approach that considers lifestyle, wellbeing, and personal circumstances rather than rigid rules or aesthetics. Through her work with Tidy by KV, Korina supports individuals and families to reduce overwhelm, regain control of their space, and build habits that last. You can connect with Korina here: Website: https://tidybykv.co.uk/ APDO: https://www.apdo.co.uk/member/korina-venn.html LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/korina-venn-karagiannakis/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/tidybykv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TidyByKV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tidybykv/ About your host: Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and was the first in-house web designer for video games retailer GAME in the UK, known as Electronics Boutique in the States. After co-founding his own agency, Engage Web, in 2009, Darren has worked with clients around the world, including Australia, Canada and the USA. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/engaging-marketeer/id1612454837 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenjamieson/ Engaging Marketeer: https://engagingmarketeer.com Engage Web: https://www.engageweb.co.uk Support the show: https://engageweb.club See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    59 min
  2. From Teenage Preacher To Bestselling Book Coach - Meg Calvin

    30 JAN

    From Teenage Preacher To Bestselling Book Coach - Meg Calvin

    How many powerful ideas die because someone feels guilty for wanting more? In today’s episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Meg Calvin shares what she kept seeing at conferences - people pulling her aside, lowering their voices and almost confessing their book ideas like secrets. Not because their ideas were bad - but because they were wrapped in shame, fear and the belief that wanting to share their work, or earn from it, somehow made them greedy or wrong. This changed everything for ex-preacher Meg, and became her turning point for helping others. The work she does now is about trusting your instincts and putting meaningful ideas into the world - without guilt attached. If you have ever talked yourself out of sharing something that mattered to you, this episode will hit close to home.  More about Meg: Meg Calvin is a Kansas based author, coach, and book coach who helps entrepreneurs and leaders turn the ideas in their head into published books that build authority and grow their brand. After years in ministry, including preaching from the age of 13, Meg now supports clients through the full journey of writing, marketing, and selling their books, with a focus on clarity, confidence, and creative integrity. She is also an improv performer with the troupe Snark Side of the Moon, and brings that same presence, play, and sharp communication into her coaching and speaking. You can connect with Meg here:  Website: https://www.megcalvin.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meggie.calvin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heymegcalvin/?hl=en Audible: https://www.audible.in/author/Meggie-Lee-Calvin/B074L9XZ4B Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Meggie-Lee-Calvin/author/B074L9XZ4B About your host: Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and was the first in-house web designer for video games retailer GAME in the UK, known as Electronics Boutique in the States. After co-founding his own agency, Engage Web, in 2009, Darren has worked with clients around the world, including Australia, Canada and the USA. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/engaging-marketeer/id1612454837 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenjamieson/ Engaging Marketeer: https://engagingmarketeer.com Engage Web: https://www.engageweb.co.uk Support the show: https://engageweb.club See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    53 min
  3. Giving Up The Law For A Happier Career - Ann Currie

    16 JAN

    Giving Up The Law For A Happier Career - Ann Currie

    What happens when the career you worked so hard for no longer fits the life you are living? In this episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Ann Currie shares her story of leaving the legal profession after nearly 20 years when she hit burnout, and questioned everything she thought success was supposed to look like. She and Darren discuss the warning signs she ignored, the pressure of long hours and expectations and how a need for freedom led her to rethink work entirely - leaving behind the courtrooms for camper vans! If you have ever felt stuck in a career that looks good on paper but feels wrong day to day, this conversation will resonate. Discover practical insights, hard earned lessons and reassurance that it is possible to change direction without having everything figured out in advance. More about Ann: Ann Currie is a former solicitor who made a bold career shift in search of a happier, more balanced working life. After nearly 20 years in law, she left the profession following burnout and went on to build her own camper van rental business, using it as a practical way to learn marketing, websites, and social media from the ground up. Ann now works in marketing and communications, primarily supporting smaller businesses and events that do not have in-house teams or large budgets, bringing a strong focus on clarity, consistency, accessibility, and brand voice. You can connect with Ann here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-currie-a9b23b33/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ann.currie88/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@ann.currie88/ About your host: Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and was the first in-house web designer for video games retailer GAME in the UK, known as Electronics Boutique in the States. After co-founding his own agency, Engage Web, in 2009, Darren has worked with clients around the world, including Australia, Canada and the USA. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/engaging-marketeer/id1612454837 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenjamieson/ Engaging Marketeer: https://engagingmarketeer.com Engage Web: https://www.engageweb.co.uk Support the show: https://engageweb.club See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 1m
  4. From In-House Marketer To Agency Owner - Nathan Brown

    2 JAN

    From In-House Marketer To Agency Owner - Nathan Brown

    Not every success story starts with a win. In today's episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Nathan Brown talks openly about the early missteps that shaped his career. From projects that went wrong, to being made redundant, to rebuilding teams before he really knew what he was doing, this is a proper, honest conversation about learning the hard way, and why some of the moments that feel like failures at the time turn out to be the foundations for everything that follows. It's safe to say that Nathan is now smashing it. If you’re running a business, growing a team or feeling like you are figuring things out as you go, this episode is for you. Start the new year off on the right foot by giving this one a listen.  About Nathan: Nathan Brown is the founder of Robus Marketing, a UK based digital marketing agency that works heavily with franchise networks. He has no formal A levels or degree and started out in live music and events before moving into the care sector, where he progressed into senior roles and then took responsibility for marketing and sales. He later completed a Level 6 Diploma in Professional Marketing with the CIM. After being made redundant in 2014, Nathan became Marketing Manager for a home care franchise, which shaped his franchise marketing experience. He launched Robus Marketing in 2017, grew it primarily through business networking and retained relationships, and now runs a fully remote team across the UK and the Philippines delivering Google Ads, social media, website projects, and marketing strategy, while he focuses on sales, client relationships, and scaling systems. Connect with Nathan:  Website: https://robusmarketing.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robusmarketing/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robus_marketing/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanbrownp/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/robus-marketing/ About your host: Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and was the first in-house web designer for video games retailer GAME in the UK, known as Electronics Boutique in the States. After co-founding his own agency, Engage Web, in 2009, Darren has worked with clients around the world, including Australia, Canada and the USA. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/engaging-marketeer/id1612454837 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenjamieson/ Engaging Marketeer: https://engagingmarketeer.com Engage Web: https://www.engageweb.co.uk Support the show: https://engageweb.club See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    55 min
  5. Les Murray - The Coach Behind Big Decisions and Even Bigger Growth

    19/12/2025

    Les Murray - The Coach Behind Big Decisions and Even Bigger Growth

    "It’s a very painful lesson learned" In this week's episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren is joined by Les Murray. Les is both an executive coach and leadership consultant who works closely with business owners, managers and founders to sharpen strategy, simplify operations and build leadership teams that truly thrive. During this conversation, Les explains why some roles are only truly valued once they’re gone and the costly lessons businesses learn as a result. About Les Murray: Les Murray is a coach and speaker at 20-20 Coaching, working with individuals and business leaders who want greater clarity, confidence, and stronger decision making, particularly when operating under pressure or responsibility. His journey into coaching and public speaking did not come from performance or presentation, but from recognising moments where he wanted to help others and realised he was not yet equipped to do so effectively. That honesty led him to develop his communication, thinking, and leadership skills through environments such as the Professional Speaking Association. Les focuses on competence before confidence, helping people grow into leadership roles through clearer thinking, better questions, and personal accountability. His work centres on the belief that real development starts by acknowledging gaps, taking responsibility, and committing to consistent improvement. You can connect with Les here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesmurray/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@20-20management?si=_Ca9_0UANYAklH7v Website: https://20-20management.com/ About your host: Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and was the first in-house web designer for video games retailer GAME in the UK, known as Electronics Boutique in the States. After co-founding his own agency, Engage Web, in 2009, Darren has worked with clients around the world, including Australia, Canada and the USA. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/engaging-marketeer/id1612454837 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenjamieson/ Engaging Marketeer: https://engagingmarketeer.com Engage Web: https://www.engageweb.co.uk Support the show: https://engageweb.club See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    54 min
4.6
out of 5
20 Ratings

About

Described by one detractor as an 'angry receding man', Darren Jamieson hosts the Engaging Marketeer Podcast where the Liverpool Comedy Festival winner delivers his own brand of business and marketing content. With a mixture of personal stories, detailed advice, step-by-step processes, angry explosive rants and thought-provoking interviews, Darren offers a very different take on business and marketing that provides insights for new startups and experienced business owners alike.