Engaging Marketeer

The domino effect of failing to show up How you do anything is how you do everything - and that’s how it’s perceived. So, while you might believe that saying you’ll be somewhere and then not showing up is harmless, this could have an impact on how other people see you - and, in turn, your reputation. About your host: Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and was the fi...

When dreams don't always meet your expectations - don’t give up! Following university, Jack has had a varied and expansive career in the film industry - from working on renowned shows like Peaky Blinders and huge films like Fast & Furious to eventually running his own film production company, Eight Engines. In today's episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Jack discusses the range of experiences t...

Have you got your audience hooked? Do you regularly take part in public speaking or networking, and feel like your approach is falling flat? If so, this could be the podcast episode for you! Tune in to discover how to get your listeners hanging on to every word. About your host: Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and was the first in-house web designer for video gam...

From McDonald's to maverick! In today's episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren interviews Sauren Ghosh, who  went from managing a team at the fast food chain McDonald's (through a so-called "baptism of fire!"), to redundancy, to being a successful coach and business owner. Tune in to discover the best tips, tricks and motivational hacks that's helped Sauren on his way to financial independence....

Is your agency failing miserably? There’s a common theme prevalent with web design (and indeed digital marketing) agencies that causes most of them to flop. Discover the single biggest cause of failure in agencies, and how to avoid making these costly mistakes in your own business –  no matter your industry. About your host: Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and wa...

Two heart attacks and no plans to give up her passion In this week's episode of The Engaging Marketeer, join Darren and Jane Lee for a lively discussion on health scares, stressed lions, building a business the "old fashioned" way and whether it's possible to massage an elephant. Jane's story is full of warmth and humour, and we guarantee you won't have heard a podcast episode like this before! Co...

Don’t let THIS mistake cost you #business! On today’s episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren highlights a common yet dangerous mistake businesses make in their targeted #Facebook ads campaign. Make sure you tune in to learn what NOT to do.  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...

In this episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren is speaking with the founder of KIEBA Property, Kieran Toner. Kieran discusses his journey from a novice investor to a successful property entrepreneur. As well as his experiences, strategies, and insights on building multiple income streams through property investment. Kieran also touches on the challenges of property investment and the importance...

Are your marketing emails getting ignored? In this week’s episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren tackles the common mistakes people make in their marketing campaigns, including why your emails are likely going unopened – and what you can do about it. About your host: Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and was the first in-house web designer for video games retail...

The road to success is never straight forward... In this episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren is speaking to Dan Mather, who is the founder of the Derby security business JKE Security. Dan shares his incredible business journey with Darren - including how he recovered from serious debt in order to build a successful six-figure business in JKE Security. They also discuss Dan's future business...

Does the thought of networking send shivers down your spine? Being in a room full of people trying to push business cards at you isn’t exactly everyone’s idea of a picnic (although maybe for you it is – we’re not judging!). In this episode, Darren reveals why networking really doesn’t have to be like this – and how to network SUCCESSFULLY, by building those all important relationships. Then maybe...

This isn’t just any old rubbish!   On today’s episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren uncovers how Phill Ridgway has created a perfect ecosystem with his removal business, All My Waste.  By helping people get rid of their old rubbish, Phill then turns unwanted trash into treasures to be discovered at his shop, Love Retro - showing love to both the community and the environment! You can connect w...

Is X as anonymous as you think? In today’s episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren tackles the issue of transphobia, following a torrent of negativity sparked by a post on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). Is X’s supposed anonymity to blame for the hateful environment this social media platform has become? And should people be held more accountable? About your host: Darren has work...

“I’m not a victim – I’m a survivor” On today's episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren speaks to Teana Lynne about her incredible story, and how she went from being under the influence of two controlling, abusive partners to the surviving, thriving businesswoman she is today. Opening up about how she was sex trafficked at a young age, Teana’s journey is testimony to the fact that you can always...

On today's Engaging Marketeer, Darren is speaking with a BNI legend, Al Tepper. Al is very well known within networking circles and he actually runs the training nationally for new members who join #BNI, called member success program. Darren and Al discuss BNI, #marketing, why he does what he does what he does and why he's been such a proud supporter of BNI for so long. There is also a very person...

From small business owner to marketing extraordinaire! On today's episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren is joined by Natasha Britton, a highly successful marketing and business consultant specialising in salons. Having owned her own salon some years ago, Natasha managed to transform her beauty parlour from a struggling business to a thriving enterprise, and now works with other salon owners to...

Want to know how you can be a TOP LinkedIn voice? On this week's episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren explores THIS simple hack, helping you to rocket to the top of your Skills category on LinkedIn and get more business - all without spending a penny. About your host: Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and was the first in-house web designer for video games ret...

On today's episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren is joined By Zoe Devenport of Henry R Davis accountants. Here, Zoe dives into the life-changing diagnosis she received five years ago, an embarrassing incident that could have scared her husband off for life (spoiler: it didn’t), and what supermarkets and restaurants need to be doing BETTER. You can reach out to Henry R Davis & Co, and Zoe,...

Want to know what’s coming up? Of course you do! In this week’s edition of The Engaging Marketeer podcast, Darren has an exciting announcement.. 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,...

Ads! Should you be using them? On today’s episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren speaks to Facebook ads expert Jack Walker from OptiModo Marketing. As a fellow member of BNI, Jack uses his digital marketing expertise to propel businesses forward using Facebook ads, along with other forms of social media advertising. A big advocate of self-development, Jack is also passionate about helping indiv...

Does the time of day REALLY matter for search results? In this week's episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren discusses the ever-changing and arbitrary nature of Google - and how to ensure you're not accidentally manipulating your own results! 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...

On today's episode of The Engaging Marketeer,  Darren is speaking to Martin Haley, otherwise known as “Rocker’s Beer Review”.   When he’s not successfully heading the marketing department at CapNet, Martin is setting up his camera and combining his passions by reviewing craft beers and discussing rock music online. He has amassed over a thousand subscribers since beginning his channel in the wake...

Forms! And why they really do matter. On this week’s episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren deep dives into an often overlooked area of a business’ website – the humble web form. This week, discover why they’re so important, and how a badly designed web form could end up costing you business by losing client engagement. About your host: Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last...

On today’s episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren is speaking to Anthony Quinn, an old friend and colleague back from his days working for GAME. Anthony has since enjoyed a successful career in affiliate marketing, working with businesses on an international scale. Now based in Thailand and a managing partner of Lodestar Marketing, Anthony discusses how he found a huge gap in the APAC region fo...

There’s absolutely no requirement for you, as a business owner, to have a website. However, don’t be surprised if you find yourself losing valuable customers to your competition, who DO have a website, who ARE easily visible, and will steal your target market, because – guess what – they don’t know you exist! About your host: Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and w...