🎙️ 3 Smart Steps to Simplify and Boost Your Business for 2025

Are you ready to hit the ground running in 2025? In this episode, we’re diving into three simple yet powerful steps you can take right now to set your small business up for success. From optimising your income streams and crafting effortless content strategies to mastering time management with actionable diary hacks, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you stay ahead.

Whether you're feeling stuck or simply want to refine your focus for the year ahead, these insights are designed to simplify your marketing, streamline your goals, and inspire unstoppable momentum.

Don’t miss out—listen now and get ready to make 2025 your best year yet!

🎧 Subscribe, rate, and share with your fellow small business owners. Let’s dream big, but always remember, there’s no point in dreaming small!

👉 Join the conversation in our Facebook Group: Like Minded Business Owners 👉 Free Marketing in 2025 Webinar: Register here https://bit.ly/marketing2025Jenn

Let’s make marketing simple and your small business shine! ✨

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🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/

🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/322   

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Ready to tackle the latest disruption in the digital world? In episode 330 of the Small Business Made Simple Podcast, we dive into the game-changing new feature from Google: AI Overviews in search results. These automated answers are shaking up the way customers find information—and it’s a shift every business owner needs to know about.

Join me as we unpack:

• What Google’s AI Overviews mean for your website traffic.
• The golden opportunities hidden in "People Also Ask" and "People Also Search For" sections.
• How to adapt your content strategy to stay visible and relevant in 2025.

Whether you’re a seasoned marketer or just starting to leverage AI for growth, this episode will give you actionable tips to keep your business thriving in the evolving search landscape.

🎙️ Don’t miss out—download now and hit subscribe to stay ahead of the curve. And hey, if you found this episode helpful, leave a review! Your support helps others discover the show and keeps us bringing you the insights you need.

Let’s navigate these exciting changes together and make 2025 your most profitable year yet!

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🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/

🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/322   

🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/

🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au 

🎉 Happy New Year! Kick off 2025 with Episode 329 of the Small Business Made Simple podcast! After a challenging 2024, are you ready to make this year phenomenal?

In this episode, I reflect on lessons from a doozy of a year—what survival mode taught me about life, business, and the power of just showing up. From marketing strategies to reconnecting with your ideal client, I share how to rethink and revitalise your business for the year ahead.

💡 Plus, discover:

• The surprising shift in mindset business owners are embracing in 2025.
• How your audience's "Word of the Year" can shape your strategy.
• Why planning for growth, thrive, and focus is key to breaking out of survival mode.

🎧 Tune in for practical tips, fresh insights, and a healthy dose of real talk to help you hit the ground running this year.

👉 Don’t forget to join my FREE webinar, What I Need to Know About Marketing in 2025 on January 20th. Register now: https://bit.ly/marketing2025Jenn

If you're a small business owner looking to thrive, this episode is your perfect starting point. Let’s make 2025 phenomenal! 🌟

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🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge   

🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/

🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/322   

🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/

🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au 

✨ Keywords: small business marketing, marketing strategy, business growth, 2025 trends, thriving business, ideal client, Word of the Year.

[SUMMER SERIES] The Year I said YES - yep I said yes for a WHOLE year and on this episode I explain what happened, the doors it opened and the amazing things that happened because I had the courage to say yes!

Take a listen to episode 328 and hear the GOLD! Get inspired for your 2025!

🟠 WANT 365 IDEAS ON WHAT TO POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA? Free eBook – https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/365-days-of-content-ideas-for-social-media/

🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge   

🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/

🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/322   

🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/

🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au 

[SUMMER SERIES] 3 Reasons Why You're Not Converting More Sales – Episode 327

Welcome to another episode of the Small Business Made Simple podcast, part of our special Summer Series. This week, Jenn Donovan is diving deep into a topic that every business owner needs to master – sales.

We’ve all heard it: Sales is tough. But what if it doesn’t have to be? In this episode, Jenn shares her no-nonsense approach to increasing your sales conversions by addressing the real reasons why you're not seeing the results you want. From eliminating negative self-talk to truly believing in your product, Jenn gives you actionable steps to shift your mindset and focus on what matters most – your customer.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• The truth about negative self-talk and why it’s killing your sales
• How doubt about your product is holding you back and how to fix it
• The crucial mistake of trying to outsmart your customers and why listening is your superpower
• Plus, a bonus tip: why following up is non-negotiable for sales success

Jenn delivers tough love and actionable tips to help you improve your sales strategy and achieve the success you deserve. Whether you love sales or dread them, this episode is a must-listen to help you take control and convert more sales.

Press play and tune into the Summer Series podcast now. Don’t miss out on transforming your sales game for 2025!

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🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge   

🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/

🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/322   

🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/

🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au 

[SUMMER SERIES] How to Plan Your Marketing – Episode 326

Welcome to a special episode of the Small Business Made Simple podcast, where Jenn Donovan brings you the Summer Series – a collection of some of the most impactful episodes to help you take your business to the next level. Whether you're relaxing over the holidays or gearing up for the new year, this episode will guide you through the essential steps to plan your marketing strategy for 2025.

Jenn dives into why strategic marketing is more critical than ever. With the AI revolution on the horizon, the landscape of business is shifting fast, and it’s essential to be proactive. She shares practical advice on how to double down on marketing in tough times, why building a community is key to business success, and how investing in yourself and your business can set you up for growth in 2025.

So grab a cuppa, sit back, and tune in to discover how you can start planning for the future – and make 2025 your best year yet. Don’t miss out on Jenn's insights, and remember, the key to success is action. Listen now, and let’s make next year a year to thrive!

Are you currently working on a marketing strategy for the new year, or are you still in the planning phase?

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🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge   

🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/

🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/322   

🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/

🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au 

[Summer Series] The Seven Things I’m Doing Whilst “Taking a Break” - Episode 325

Hey there, it’s Jenn!

After six incredible years of weekly podcasting, I’m mixing things up with a Summer Series to give myself a little breather. This episode revisits the seven things I tackled during last year’s “break” (yes, that’s in quotes because, as business owners, is it ever a real break?).

From refreshing my speaker and media kits, updating my website, and auditing my digital chaos to mapping out goals and podcast ideas for 2024, I’m sharing the practical steps I take to set myself and my business up for success in the year ahead.

What about you? Are you shutting down completely, or like me, balancing a bit of work with some well-deserved rest? Whatever your plans, I want 2024 to be your best year yet.

And to help kick things off, I’ve got a FREE webinar on January 18th, all about marketing in 2024 – the trends, changes, and essentials small business owners need to know. Join me live or catch the recording. Register here: https://bit.ly/marketing2024Jenn.

Enjoy this Summer Series episode, and don’t forget to join the Like Minded Business Owners Facebook group to share your plans for the year ahead. Let’s make 2024 amazing together!

Big love, Jenn 😊

P.S. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a rating and review – it helps more small business owners find the podcast. And as my opening song says, remember, there’s no point in dreaming small!

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🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge   

🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/

🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/322   

🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/

🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au 

🎙️ Episode 324: Let’s Talk About 2025 – My Speaker Kit, New Topics, and Your Help!

Join me, Jenn Donovan, for a special episode where I take you behind the scenes of my 2025 Speaker Kit! 🚀 Speaking is my passion, and I’m sharing the 9 topics I’ll be focusing on next year—from marketing basics and human-to-human connection to AI, branding, and obsessing over your people.

I’m also opening up about my journey as a speaker, from nervous beginnings to standing confidently on stage, creating moments that inspire business owners like you. ❤️

Here’s the thing: I need your help! Whether you’re part of a business community, a Chamber of Commerce, or know someone booking speakers for 2025, I’d love for you to share this episode or my speaker kit. Let’s make big things happen together next year!

💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• The top marketing trends I’ll be discussing in 2025.
• Why focusing on your people is the secret to success.
• How building your brand over your product can transform your business.

🌟 Call to action: Tune in to hear the full breakdown of my 2025 topics and get the links to my speaker kit! Whether you’re a fan of my podcast or just curious about my approach, this episode will give you a sneak peek into what’s coming next year.

🎧 Listen now on your favourite platform or at: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/324

✨ Let’s make 2025 unforgettable together!

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🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge   

🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/

🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/324

🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/

🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au 

🎧 It’s Time! What’s Your 2025 Word of the Year? – Episode 323 of the Small Business Made Simple Podcast

What will guide your business decisions in 2025? In this episode, Jenn Donovan shares her proven strategy for choosing a Word of the Year—a simple yet powerful tool to unify your goals, maintain focus, and reflect on your achievements.

Learn how Jenn’s past words like Impact and Book shaped her journey and discover her exciting plans for 2025 with her new words, Speaking and Play Big. Plus, Jenn walks you through a three-step process to find your word for 2025, complete with a worksheet available in the show notes.

This episode is packed with practical tips, personal insights, and a nudge to step boldly into the new year. Ready to choose your word and take charge of 2025?

👉 Listen now and download your worksheet at www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/323.

Don't forget to share your word inside the Like Minded Business Owners group—your inspiration might spark someone else’s success!

Hit play and let’s make 2025 your best year yet! 🎉

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🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge   

🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/

🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/322   

🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/

🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au 

💸💲💸 Black Friday Sales and Christmas marketing – two HUGE events at the end of the year when we are already so tired. So let’s chat about it. How important is it to participate? Do we need to be on sale? How can we make this time of the year work harder for us to make the next 12 months even more profitable? Whether you’re in e-commerce or not, you definitely need to tune into this one!

Take a listen to episode 322 and hear the GOLD!

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🟣 READY TO LIFT YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA GAME? Take the Challenge: https://jenn-donovan.myflodesk.com/fivedaychallenge   

🟢 Let’s talk strategy with a free 3-Part Video series: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/marketing-strategy-three-part-mini-video-series/

🔵 SHOW NOTES (including a transcription of this episode and all links and resources): www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/322   

🟡DM JENN OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jenndonovan_/

🔴⭕ Purchase a copy of my new book Small Town Big Impact here: www.socialmediaandmarketing.com.au