Better Messaging

Ever written messaging that looked good on the page but still didn’t land? The problem might be altitude. In this episode, Emma Stratton introduces the concept of messaging altitude, or the difference between broad, high level messaging and specific, technical messaging. She breaks down why messages that sit too high can feel vague or overpromised, while messages that sit too low can get buried in...

Getting internal buy-in on messaging can be one of the hardest parts of the work. Join Emma Stratton as she shares how to build alignment across a diverse group of stakeholders without getting stuck in endless opinions and feedback loops. She walks through her process for bringing the right people in, using customer insights to guide decisions, and helping teams respond to real examples rather tha...

Ever felt like a brand was speaking directly to your soul? That’s the magic of real, relatable messaging. In this episode, host Emma Stratton reveals how messaging - when it's real, human, and punchy - can elevate your marketing. She shares the story of a bank headline that seemed to read her mind, demonstrating how tapping into authentic emotions and everyday struggles can make your brand truly m...

Messaging shouldn't feel this hard. If you’re staring at a complex product, an oversaturated market, and a mountain of conflicting opinions from stakeholders, you aren’t alone. Whether you’re a founder trying to find your voice or a marketer struggling to align multiple buyers, the "messy middle" of messaging is where most brands get stuck. On Better Messaging, Emma Stratton, author and B2B messag...