In this new episode of Marketing Your Brand, Peggy Worrell breaks down the real cost of hiring a marketing agency, and why getting it wrong could damage more than just your budget.

From red flag reviews and legal missteps to flaky freelancers and burnout-inducing DIY traps, Peggy unpacks the five main ways businesses seek marketing help and what actually makes each one work (or flop). She reveals hard truths about agency accountability, contractor limitations, and why your marketing budget might be telling you more than you think.

If you’re tired of outsourcing roulette and ready for clarity, this episode is your ultimate cheat sheet for choosing the right support, at the right time, for your brand.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:02:09 - Five Main Options for Marketing Help

00:02:53 - Hiring an Agency: The No-Brainer Approach

00:04:30 - Understanding Agency Reviews

00:05:57 - The Importance of Agency Processes

00:07:00 - Quality Assurance in Agencies

00:08:04 - The Role of a Good Agency

00:09:09 - Pros and Cons of Hiring an Agency

00:11:18 - Considering Internal Employees

00:15:00 - Pros and Cons of Hiring Employees

00:19:03 - Freelancers and Contractors: The Bread and Butter

00:21:41 - Reality Check on Freelancers

00:23:17 - Coaches and Guided Programs

00:25:55 - The DIY Hustle

00:30:11 - Downfalls of the DIY Approach

00:31:27 - Finding the Right Support

In this new episode of Marketing Your Brand, Peggy Worrell dives into the messy truth behind AI’s impact on marketing, and why most businesses are getting it wrong.

From brand fatigue and legal risks to the illusion of automation, Peggy breaks down what’s actually working in the AI space and what could quietly sabotage your credibility. She shares real-world ad fails (yes, even Coca-Cola and Volvo), the rise of template fatigue, and why trust, not speed, is the currency that matters most.

If you’re a business owner wondering how to use AI without losing your brand’s soul, this episode is your wake-up call.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:26 - The Uncertainty of AI's Future

00:02:29 - AI as a Tool, Not a Replacement

00:03:45 - The Rise of AI-Generated Content

00:05:12 - The Importance of Strategy in AI Use

00:08:00 - Real-Life AI Ad Fails

00:09:26 - Coca-Cola's AI Christmas Ad Disaster

00:10:10 - Volvo's AI Ad Misstep

00:12:09 - Lessons from Big Brand Failures

00:13:14 - The Need for Human Oversight

00:14:30 - The Risks of Relying on AI

00:23:09 - What Works in the AI Realm

00:24:03 - Survival Checklist for Smart Business Owners

00:27:59 - The Future of AI and Brand Integrity

In this episode of Marketing Your Brand, Peggy Worrell reacts to trending takes on sales, marketing, and brand strategy, offering her own insights along the way. From why sales and marketing teams must collaborate in today’s low-trust economy, to when personal branding makes sense, and why paid ads are essential for quick wins, Peggy breaks it all down with clarity and candour.

She also clears up myths around app timelines and explains why focused messaging beats spreading thin. As AI reshapes marketing, she reminds us that real connection still wins. Workshops and agency support are linked in the show notes.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:00 - Viral Video Reactions

00:01:31 - The Myth of Awareness Campaigns

00:02:33 - The Importance of Warming Up Your Audience

00:03:54 - Organic vs. Paid Advertising

00:05:19 - The Reality of App Development Timelines

00:06:52 - Quality vs. Speed in App Development

00:07:36 - Diluting Your Marketing Message

00:08:12 - Finding the Right Balance in Marketing Focus

00:09:58 - The Role of Founder Accounts vs. Brand Accounts

00:10:30 - Evaluating the Effectiveness of Social Media Accounts

00:12:30 - The Debate on Account Management

00:14:04 - Sales vs. Marketing: The Ongoing Debate

00:15:30 - The Need for Sales and Marketing Collaboration

00:17:03 - The Future of Marketing with AI

00:18:40 - Hyper-Personalization in Marketing

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In this episode of Marketing Your Brand, host Peggy Worrell dives into the reality of today’s “trust recession,” where only 34% of consumers globally trust the brands they buy from. She explains why traditional tactics like hype and urgency are losing their impact, and how modern consumers, especially the “quiet watchers” who engage less but still absorb, are prioritising value, reliability, and alignment. Peggy shares how to shift your focus from vanity metrics to meaningful ones like watch time and conversions, and how to build trust through brand storytelling, trust signals, and educational content that nurtures rather than pushes. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the current marketing landscape, this episode is your reminder that trust, not clicks, is the strategy that lasts. Workshops and agency support are linked in the show notes.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:03 - Understanding the Trust Recession

00:02:29 - The Shift in Consumer Behavior

00:03:44 - Navigating Marketing During Uncertainty

00:05:00 - The Rise of the Quiet Watcher

00:06:56 - Focusing on Meaningful Metrics

00:08:34 - Strategies for Staying Top of Mind

00:09:05 - Winning in 2025 and Beyond

00:10:36 - The Importance of Clarity and Consistency

00:12:07 - Investing in Trust-Building Assets

00:15:56 - Optimizing Content for AI and SEO

00:18:07 - Getting Listed in AI Search Results

00:19:43 - Future-Proofing Your Brand

00:23:50 - Leading with Clarity and Purpose

00:25:03 - Next Steps for Your Business

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In this episode of Marketing Your Brand, host Peggy Worrell dives into the three most critical pages on your website that could be silently killing your conversions. She explains why your homepage, service/product pages, and About page must do more than just look good, they need to build trust, communicate value, and guide visitors to take action. Peggy shares practical strategies to clean up your homepage in just 30 minutes, craft service pages that sell outcomes (not just features), and turn your About page into a powerful trust-builder. She also offers guidance on when to DIY your website and when it’s time to invest in professional help, plus how to set a smart marketing budget based on your revenue. Tune in for actionable insights that will help you transform your website into a true sales tool and grow your business with confidence.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:42 - Welcome to Marketing Your Brand

00:01:06 - The Three Pages You Need to Fix

00:02:31 - Page 1: Homepage Essentials

00:04:29 - Page 2: Service or Product Pages

00:07:39 - Page 3: About Page

00:08:32 - What Your About Page Should Include

00:09:25 - Pro Tip for About Page Content

00:10:17 - Cleaning Up Your Homepage

00:11:20 - Above the Fold Section

00:13:16 - Developing the Right Brand Messages

00:15:43 - Summary: Hook, Sell, Connect

00:17:08 - Budget Guidelines Based on Revenue

00:18:02 - Coaching and Workshop Programs

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In this episode of Marketing Your Brand, host Peggy Worrell emphasizes the critical importance of having a solid marketing strategy for small business owners. She highlights how many entrepreneurs operate without a marketing plan, leading to wasted time and money. Peggy discusses how a website should function as a powerful sales tool rather than just a digital brochure, and she warns against the pitfalls of a reactive approach to marketing. Listeners will learn about the four pillars of an effective marketing plan, designed to help them lead their business more strategically and efficiently. Tune in for practical insights that can transform your marketing efforts and drive better results.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:00 Direction and focus in marketing.

00:05:01 Brand awareness strategies.

00:09:57 Your website is a conversion machine.

00:11:34 Website as a strategic tool.

00:14:45 Website as best salesperson.

00:18:29 Warming up your audience first.

00:22:12 Marketing strategy alignment.

00:25:47 Effective marketing strategies.

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In this episode of Marketing Your Brand, host Peggy Worrell explores the crucial issue of website conversion rates. She highlights how attracting high traffic doesn’t always lead to sales and emphasizes the critical role trust plays in branding. Peggy dives into the impact of off-brand visuals, DIY design, and stock imagery on deterring potential premium clients. She shares actionable insights on the key elements to include for a high-converting website, urging business owners to prioritize trust-building strategies to enhance conversions. Tune in to learn how to optimize your online presence and turn traffic into tangible results.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction


00:01:05 - Identifying the Real

Problem: Trust Over Traffic


00:02:50 - Understanding User Behavior and Confusion


00:05:26 - The Importance of First Impressions


00:07:12 - Key Questions to Assess Your Design and Messaging


00:08:47 - Aligning Your Funnel with Customer Expectations


00:10:01 - The Cost of Losing Trust and Sales


00:11:04 - The Disconnect Between Ads and Website Experience


00:12:07 - Recap of Conversion Killers


00:15:06 - The Trifecta: Brand, Copy, and Sales Process


00:16:33 - Next Steps for Improvement

In the very first episode of Marketing Your Brand, your award winning host Peggy doesn't hold back! She uncovers the brutal truths about marketing that small business owners need to know from her over 20 years of experience in the industry. She covers the importance of your overarching strategy (and what can happen if you get it wrong), the need to build trust through your branding, how your landing page could be letting down your conversions, and how AI impacts the marketing space broadly. There might be some uncomfortable truths in here, but if you're a business owner ready to truly level up your business, you need what Peggy has to say!

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Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Intro.

[00:01:03] Acknowledging business owner challenges.

[00:04:25] Importance of marketing strategy.

[00:07:55] Trust through strong branding.

[00:11:45] Marketing strategy vs. execution.

[00:15:06] The Role of AI in Marketing.

[00:17:24] Done-for-you marketing solutions.