Marketing Espresso

Send us Fan Mail After 400 episodes of Marketing Espresso , I’m closing out 2025 with a deep reflection on how marketing has shifted - and what’s stayed the same. This year has been dominated by talk of AI, automation, and digital shortcuts, but what I’ve seen most clearly is that businesses who keep human connection at the heart of their marketing are the ones truly winning. In this episode, I un...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Marketing Espresso , I sit down with the incredible Carrolee Moore from Texas to unpack the world of podcast guesting - and how to approach it strategically for genuine visibility and ROI. Carrolee shares her expert insights on what it really takes to be a great podcast guest, how to pitch yourself effectively, and how to make sure each appearance drives results...

Send us Fan Mail Sales and marketing are often seen as two sides of the same coin - but in far too many businesses, they’re operating worlds apart. In this episode of Marketing Espresso , I sit down with Dominic Parsonson to explore why sales and marketing alignment isn’t just “nice to have” - it’s essential for business growth. Dominic brings decades of experience in sales leadership and CRM impl...

Send us Fan Mail Storytelling has always been at the heart of human connection - it’s how we share meaning, build trust, and make sense of the world around us. But in the age of artificial intelligence, how do we keep our stories human? In this episode of Marketing Espresso , I’m joined by writer and brand storytelling expert Nimarta Verma to unpack the role of AI in content creation and what it m...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Marketing Espresso , I’m joined by Asthaar Kool to talk about one of the most powerful parts of business - positioning . It’s that invisible thread that determines whether people instantly get what you do, or scroll past your brand entirely. Asthaar explains that product positioning helps people choose you, while brand positioning helps them stay. Together, they...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Marketing Espresso , I sit down again with Stewart Webb from Search Rescue to talk about one of my favourite topics - diversifying your marketing. If you’ve been relying on one channel or approach to reach your audience, this episode is your wake-up call to rethink your strategy. Stewart brings his years of experience in digital advertising to the conversation,...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever looked at your to-do list and thought, “Why am I being so lazy?”, this one’s for you.  Today I’m joined by psychologist and coach Andrea Levinson to reframe that loaded word. We unpack why so many of us confuse productivity with worth, how our nervous system protects us by avoiding discomfort, and why procrastination often points to something precious we’re guarding...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I sit down once again with the incredible Leanne Shelton , CEO of Human Edge AI Training. Leanne brings her copywriting background & deep understanding of AI together to talk about something every business owner needs to hear - how to maintain your brand voice in the age of AI-generated content. We dig into the reality of AI as a marketing tool, not a magic wan...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Marketing Espresso , I’m joined by Amy Winner from Wheels Up Collective, and together we dive deep into one of the biggest challenges brands face right now - trust. We all know that trust in media and marketing has taken a hit. Between AI-generated content, polarised messaging, fake authenticity, and endless spin, audiences are increasingly sceptical about what...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever felt awkward saying no - to a client, a colleague, or even a friend, this episode will be a relief. I’m joined by communication specialist Colleen Kavanagh , who unpacks how to deliver a firm no without triggering defensiveness, people-pleasing, or creating more work for yourself. We dig into “can-do” language - a practical way of flipping the conversation from road...

Send us Fan Mail So many business owners see awards as nothing more than a shiny trophy or a pat on the back. But what if entering awards could actually be one of the smartest marketing moves you make this year? In this episode, I sit down with Heather Marano, who knows the awards space inside out. She explains why awards are far more than vanity metrics and how they can become a fast track to bui...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever boosted a post on a whim, tried a week of ads, sent one email and then decided the channel “doesn’t work”, this chat is for you. I sat down with strategist Simran Kaur to unpack why one-off marketing keeps stalling and what it actually takes to build momentum you can measure. We didn’t chase hacks. We talked about rhythm, small tests, learning loops and the unsexy t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I’m joined by marketing strategist TanIa Fielding (Little Luxe Marketing), whose career spans Nova, 3AW, Fairfax Media, the Canberra Times and WIN. Between us we’ve lived through marketing before social, watched the rise of digital, and now blend both every day. We dig into what many businesses are missing right now: traditional media still delivers when you pair i...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Marketing Espresso , I’m joined once again by Nicole Smith, founder of The Artisan Solutions, fractional COO and business systems strategist. Nicole and I often work alongside each other with clients, and this conversation dives deep into one of her favourite topics: why outsourcing expertise doesn’t mean outsourcing your understanding. It’s tempting as a busine...

Send us Fan Mail Verification on social media sounds like a badge of credibility, but is it really worth your money, data, or peace of mind? In this episode of Marketing Espresso , I unpack the truth about Meta and LinkedIn verification and why I personally won’t be handing over my cash or passport details anytime soon. Remember when the Instagram blue tick was a symbol of influence and credibilit...

Send us Fan Mail Thought leadership has become a buzzword in marketing, but what does it really mean and how can businesses use it to their advantage? In this episode of Marketing Espresso , I’m joined again by Karen Chalmers, Vice President of Marketing at Interval, to unpack the real meaning of thought leadership and how to empower your team to step into it. Karen has over 25 years of experience...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Marketing Espresso , I’m joined by Quinn Palmer from Grow Class to talk about something that’s often oversimplified but hugely important – how to build marketing foundations that actually work for your business. We explore why so many businesses jump into tactics too quickly, the trap of chasing shiny marketing tools, and why slowing down to get clear on your go...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s Marketing Espresso, I’m diving into what makes advertising actually work — and yep, we’re using that Telstra ad as our case study. You know the one… catchy song, slightly annoying guy, and now, a bunch of versions popping up all over social media. But here’s the clever bit...Telstra didn’t just sit back and hope it went viral. They went all in, re-creating it with u...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Marketing Espresso, I chat with Leah from Snappystreet Creative about the ins and outs of podcasting. We explore whether starting a podcast is worth it for your business, the dedication required, and how impactful it can actually be.  Leah shares her extensive experience in the field and provides key insights on optimising your podcast journey. We talk about the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m joined by Clare Walter - digital designer, branding expert and founder of Ignitely, to unpack what’s really going on with SEO right now. With AI changing how users search and how platforms like Google serve results, we’re diving deep into what this means for your website, your content and your broader marketing strategy. Clare brings two decades of experience...

Send us Fan Mail This week’s episode was inspired by a DM that slid into my inbox:   “Is long-form content still important?” And look, I get it. The internet is full of opinions — and half of them contradict each other. Once upon a time, we were all told to write 1,500-word blogs stuffed with keywords like it was our full-time job. Now? It’s all TikToks, AI, and short-form everything. So… do we ju...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Marketing Espresso, I sat down with the incredible Michelle J. Raymond - LinkedIn expert, bestselling author and B2B marketing powerhouse - to unpack a question I hear all the time: are LinkedIn company pages even worth the effort? Like many of you, I’ve always leaned heavily into personal brand content on LinkedIn. But Michelle completely shifted my perspective. She...

Send us Fan Mail Let’s be honest… writing ad copy that actually converts? It’s one of those things no one really teaches you — and winging it on Meta Ads gets expensive real quick. This week on Marketing Espresso , I’m joined by the amazing Evelina - copywriter and email strategist for brands like Amazon, Luna & Sun, and a bunch of others you probably get emails from without even realising. We...

Send us Fan Mail We’re all out here chasing leads and trying to crack the visibility code... But what if the biggest opportunity in your business is already on your books ? This episode was sparked by a DM I got asking:  “How do I market to my existing clients?”  And honestly… what a bloody great question. Because the clients you’ve already got?  They’re the ones most likely to buy again, refer yo...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Marketing Espresso , I’m joined by the fabulous Jodie McLean - Director of Gem Events and Hills District Businesswomen to talk all things events and why they’re so much more than just a nice excuse to dress up and network. With 15+ years of experience and over 350 corporate events under her belt, Jodie knows exactly how to turn an event into a high-impact marketing to...