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Savvy Marketing for Small Business
Savvy Marketing for Small Business: Quick, Simple Tips for Busy Entrepreneurs Looking to Boost Sales and Master the Art of Marketing is your go-to podcast for easy, actionable marketing tips designed to fit your busy schedule.
Join us each week for bite-sized episodes packed with practical strategies and insights that you can implement on the go. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out, join us each week for quick tips on everything from social media marketing and content creation to branding and audience engagement.
Tune in for expert guidance from Samantha (who has over 20 years experience in the field!) that will help you grow your business without sacrificing your valuable time. Let us help you elevate your marketing game, one minute at a time!
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To connect with Samantha, visit www.samanthasheppardconsulting.com or email samantha@samanthasheppardconsulting.com
Episodes
82 episodes
How to Stay Consistent With Marketing When Life Gets Busy (Especially in the Summer) (80)
When life gets busy (especially in the summer) marketing consistency doesn’t come from doing more, it comes from having a simple, flexible plan that fits your real life. In this episode, we break down why consistency often falls apa...
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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Business and Marketing (79)
Imposter syndrome shows up for almost everyone in business—but it doesn’t have to keep you stuck. In this episode, we unpack what imposter syndrome really is, how it’s quietly holding you back in your marketing, and the simple mindset shifts yo...
Small Steps, Big Results: The Compound Effect in Marketing (78)
In this episode, we break down why “microwave marketing” (aka expecting instant results) is keeping so many business owners stuck and how the real magic happens through the compound effect of small, consistent actions over time.Instead o...
Reactive vs. Proactive Marketing - How to Shift From Emotional to Strategic Marketing For RESULTS (77)
Most business owners aren’t bad at marketing — they’re just being reactive instead of strategic. In this episode, I explain the difference between reactive marketing (chasing trends and posting without direction) and proactive marke...
Strategy vs. Tactics: The Marketing Mistake Most Business Owners Make (76)
In this episode, we unpack the critical difference between strategy and tactics — and why most business owners get them backwards. I explain how jumping into posting, reels, emails, and new platforms without a clear plan leads to bu...
Networking Goals for 2026: Building Relationships That Matter (75)
In this episode, we break down why networking in 2026 isn’t about collecting contacts — it’s about building intentional relationships that actually move your business forward. I share the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make with net...
How to Build a Social Media Calendar You’ll Actually Stick To In 30 Minutes a Day (74)
In this episode, we’re breaking down why consistency will always beat motivation when it comes to marketing—and how to stop relying on fleeting bursts of inspiration to grow your business. You’ll learn why most marketing pl...
How to overcome the fear of judgement so you can be seen, sell and succeed (73)
In this episode, I sat down with Louise Kirk to talk about overcoming the fear of judgment so you can be seen, sell, and succeed. We explored how confidence is deeply connected to marketing for women in business and why self-...
How to Nurture Leads and Turn Them Into Raving Fans (and Clients!) (72)
In this episode, Samantha breaks down how to nurture leads in a way that feels natural, supportive, and effective—without being salesy or pushy. She explains why most leads don’t convert (it’s not a visibility problem, it’s a nurtur...
How to Promote Without Promoting (No More Salesy Weirdo Energy) (71)
In this episode, we break down how to promote your business without feeling awkward, pushy, or like a total salesy weirdo. We talk about why traditional “promotion” feels so uncomfortable, the mindset shift from selling to positioning, and how ...
Predicting 2026: The Marketing Trends Every Small Business Should Prepare For (70)
In this episode of Savvy Marketing for Small Business, Samantha breaks down the biggest marketing shifts coming in 2026—and what small business owners actually need to focus on to grow without burning out. From why simplici...
Setting your intention for 2026 in order to unblock the things that are holding you back (69)
In this episode. Samantha and money mindset and manifestation expert Lena Khais break down how to intentionally shift into your most profitable year yet - 2026. They explore how to create space for growth, re...
Consistency Over Perfection: How to Stay Motivated When Life Gets Messy (68)
Life gets messy — and waiting for perfect is one of the fastest ways to lose momentum. In this episode, we talk about why consistency matters more than perfection, how to stay visible when motivation is low, and practical strategies...
Goal Setting for the Modern CEO: From Vision Boards to Revenue Targets (67)
In this episode of Savvy Marketing for Small Business, Samantha breaks down what goal setting really looks like for the modern CEO — beyond pretty vision boards and Pinterest-perfect intentions. You’ll learn how to...
The 12 Days of Marketing Magic: Quick Wins to Boost Visibility Before Year-End (66)
In this festive episode of Savvy Marketing for Small Business, Samantha shares The 12 Days of Marketing Magic—a series of quick, doable visibility-boosting strategies you can implement before year-end to attract more eyes, eng...
From Hustle to Harmony: How to Create a Marketing Plan That Honors Your Life (65)
In this episode of Savvy Marketing for Small Business, Samantha breaks down how to create a marketing plan that actually honors your REAL life—not the imaginary, perfectly organized, color-coded version of it. ...
Visibility Without the Burnout: Simplifying Social Media in Busy Seasons (64)
In this episode of Savvy Marketing for Small Business, Samantha breaks down how to stay visible on social media without burning out—especially during the busy seasons of life and business. She shares why constant p...
5 Tips to Maximize Presence and Engagement on Instagram Stories (63)
In this episode of Savvy Marketing for Small Business, Samantha Sheppard breaks down her top 5 tips to help you maximize your presence and engagement on Instagram Stories. These 5 powerful tips will help you simplify your v...
Holiday Marketing That Converts (Without Feeling Salesy) - (62)
In this episode of Savvy Marketing for Small Business, Samantha breaks down how to create holiday marketing that converts—without feeling pushy or salesy. She shares practical, heart-centered strategies like building...
The Psychology of Consumer Behavior — Understanding Buying Triggers (61)
In this episode of Savvy Marketing for Small Business, Samantha breaks down the psychology behind why people buy — and how understanding these behaviors can completely transform your marketing results. From emotional connec...
Crafting Your Elevator Pitch: Say What You Do with Confidence (and Without Rambling) (60)
In this episode of Savvy Marketing for Small Business, Samantha breaks down how to craft a clear, confident, and captivating elevator pitch that instantly communicates what you do — without the rambling. You’ll learn...
How to Network with Purpose (and Actually See Results) (59)
In this episode of Savvy Marketing for Small Business, we're talking about how to Network with Purpose (and Actually See Results).Networking isn’t about collecting business cards or spamming DMs — it’s about building real relationship...
AI Made Simple: How Women in Business Can Save Time & Scale Smarter (58)
In this episode, AI Made Simple: How Women in Business Can Save Time & Scale Smarter, I interview AI expert Nicole Yue so listen in as we bust the myths that AI is “too complicated,” “only for big companies,” or that it replaces pe...
Brand Promotion Made Easy: 5 Benefits of Swag You Can’t Ignore (57)
In this episode, I sat down with brand promotion expert Mary Zeigler to unpack the real power of swag in marketing—and why it’s so much more than “free stuff with a logo.” Mary shared the Top 5 Benefits of Swag for Brand Promotio...