Personal Brand vs Company Brand: Which One Are You Really Building?
Should you build your business under your personal brand or your company brand? In this episode, I'm unpacking a question that came up live on a panel recently, and I knew immediately it needed to become a podcast episode. Because this question is rarely just about branding. It's usually about money, capacity, visibility, growth, and what kind of business you actually want to build. I break down the pros and cons of personal brands, company brands, and hybrid approaches, plus how to think about this decision through the lens of simplicity, sustainability, and what will actually work for your business. In this episode of the podcast, I talk about: the real question behind personal brand vs company brand when a personal brand makes the most sense when a company brand creates more room to grow why a hybrid approach might be the sweet spot how to think about this as a business model decision, not just a branding one why complexity is expensive …And More! This Episode Was Made Possible By: Riverside All-in-One Podcast & Video Platform Visit Riverside and use the code DREA to get 15% off any Riverside individual plan. We use it to record all our podcast interviews: https://onlinedrea.com/riverside Go to the show notes for all the resources mentioned in this episode: https://onlinedrea.com/399 Want to be in episode 400 of the podcast? We're celebrating 400 episodes of the Mindful Marketing podcast and I'm recording a special AMA episode. Want in? Send me your biggest marketing question as a quick voice message and you could be featured on the show. Submit your question here: https://www.speakpipe.com/MindfulMarketingPodcast
What's Working for Email List Growth in 2026 with Jennie Wright
Email marketing is still one of my favorite ways to market my business, but your list only works if the right people are on it. In this episode, I'm joined by Jennie Wright to talk about what's actually working for email list growth and lead generation as we head into 2026. We cover everything from AI and smarter lead magnet strategy to segmentation, self-selection, and why most people are missing the real opportunity in their follow-up sequences. If you've been wondering whether your lead magnet is pulling its weight, this conversation will help you rethink your approach. In this episode of the podcast, we talk about: How AI is changing lead generation What actually makes a strong lead magnet Free versus paid lead magnets The power of self-selection and segmentation How to connect your lead magnet to your core offer Why metrics matter more than intuition …And More! This Episode Was Made Possible By: Riverside All-in-One Podcast & Video Platform Visit Riverside and use the code DREA to get 15% off any Riverside individual plan. We use it to record all our podcast interviews: https://onlinedrea.com/riverside About the Guest: Jennie Wright is an expert in email list growth and lead generation with over a decade of experience helping business owners achieve their marketing goals. She is the creator of The List Injection Method™, a system that uses inbound attraction and permission marketing to help clients and audiences generate leads. With a track record of building over 400+ list builds, Jennie has a deep understanding of the essential steps to creating events that not only attract ready buyers, but also build trust and engagement with audiences. Jennie's mission is to empower business owners with intelligent and authentic marketing, lead generation, and business growth strategies that drive bottom-line results. She is a sought-after speaker, consultant and fractional CMO who inspires audiences and clients with her expertise, passion, and practical advice. Website: http://jenniewright.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniewrightjlw/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennielwright/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennie.wright.50 Go to the show notes for all the resources mentioned in this episode: https://onlinedrea.com/398 Want to be in episode 400 of the podcast? We're celebrating 400 episodes of the Mindful Marketing podcast and I'm recording a special AMA episode. Want in? Send me your biggest marketing question as a quick voice message and you could be featured on the show. Deadline to submit: March 10th. Submit your question here: https://www.speakpipe.com/MindfulMarketingPodcast
Why Being Visible Isn't Enough
Hot take: you don't actually want to be visible. You want to be discoverable. In this episode, I break down the difference between visibility and discoverability and why this shift completely changes how you approach your marketing. Visibility is about constant output. Discoverability is about building assets that help people find you when they're ready. We're talking AI search, repeatable frameworks, boring clarity over clever branding, and how to stop performing online and start building pathways back to your offers. In this episode of the podcast, I talk about: The real difference between visibility and discoverability Why volume isn't the same as strategy How AI search changes marketing in 2026 Why being "boring" actually builds trust How to turn repeatable ideas into discoverable assets The next step strategy that connects content to offers …And More! This Episode Was Made Possible By: Riverside All-in-One Podcast & Video Platform Visit Riverside and use the code DREA to get 15% off any Riverside individual plan. We use it to record all our podcast interviews: https://onlinedrea.com/riverside Go to the show notes for all the resources mentioned in this episode: https://onlinedrea.com/397
When Life Interrupts Your Marketing Plan
Two weeks ago, I missed a podcast episode, my email newsletter, and my social media posts. For the first time in years. And I felt awful about it. In this episode, I'm talking about what happens when life interrupts your marketing rhythm. The guilt. The doubt gremlin. The pressure we put on ourselves to always show up perfectly. And most importantly, what to actually do when you're ready to come back. This isn't about hustle. It's about capacity. It's about being human. And it's about rebuilding momentum in a way that feels doable. In this episode of the podcast, I talk about: Why falling off rhythm is part of the process How to reboot your content without shame Smart ways to repurpose instead of starting from scratch Why conversation can replace content How to choose one platform when you're overwhelmed What not to do when you're re-emerging …And More! This Episode Was Made Possible By: Riverside All-in-One Podcast & Video Platform Visit Riverside and use the code DREA to get 15% off any Riverside individual plan. We use it to record all our podcast interviews: https://onlinedrea.com/riverside Go to the show notes for all the resources mentioned in this episode: https://onlinedrea.com/396
What's Working on LinkedIn in 2026
LinkedIn feels familiar again in a way other platforms don't. If Instagram feels like it changes every time you log in, this episode breaks down why LinkedIn has become a steadier place for business owners and how to use it without burning yourself out. I walk through what's actually working on LinkedIn right now and what isn't worth your energy. We talk about text based posts, human first profiles, commenting as a strategy, thoughtful direct messages, and how to build real visibility without chasing numbers. This is about quality connections, not vanity metrics. If you're still wondering how LinkedIn fits into your 2026 marketing plan, this episode gives you a realistic, sustainable approach. In this episode of the podcast, I talk about: Why LinkedIn feels different from other platforms right now What types of posts are performing best How to use commenting as a visibility strategy The right way to approach direct messages What metrics actually matter on LinkedIn How often to post without burning out …And More! This Episode Was Made Possible By: Riverside All-in-One Podcast & Video Platform Visit Riverside and use the code DREA to get 15% off any Riverside individual plan. We use it to record all our podcast interviews: https://onlinedrea.com/riverside Go to the show notes for all the resources mentioned in this episode: https://onlinedrea.com/395