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You Don’t Need a Full Marketing Department… Yet.
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

You Don’t Need a Full Marketing Department… Yet.

Have you seen the buzz around hiring one person as your entire marketing department lately? While it’s true that for large companies, there are strategic reasons for having separate roles with unique skillsets for each of the marketing functions… that structure is just not realistic for small and mid-scale businesses. Let’s talk about it…

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Why Smart Business Owners Stay Stuck Longer Than They Should
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

Why Smart Business Owners Stay Stuck Longer Than They Should

Smart business owners don’t usually struggle because they lack knowledge - they struggle because they’re too close to their own work to see clearly. This reflective piece explores why capable, thoughtful entrepreneurs often stay stuck longer than they need to, and how independence can quietly turn into isolation. If you’ve been circling the same challenges despite doing “all the right things,” this one might feel uncomfortably familiar - in the best way.

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Meta’s Interest-Based Targeting Updates
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

Meta’s Interest-Based Targeting Updates

Meta’s recent removal of many interest-based targeting options has left advertisers feeling like they’re losing control… This article breaks down what actually changed, what it means for ad performance, and why strategy and manual decision-making matter more than ever.

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You’re Allowed To Change In Business
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

You’re Allowed To Change In Business

There’s an unspoken pressure in business to stay the course once you’ve chosen a direction… even when it no longer fits. This piece is a reminder that growth doesn’t always look like consistency, and that changing your mind can be a sign of clarity, not failure. If you’ve been feeling the quiet urge to pivot but aren’t sure you’re “allowed” to, this reflection offers permission, perspective, and a more honest way to think about evolution in business.

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Why You Can’t See What’s Wrong With Your Marketing (And Why That’s Normal)
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

Why You Can’t See What’s Wrong With Your Marketing (And Why That’s Normal)

When you’re deep in the throws of running a business, it can be hard to look at your marketing efforts objectively. That’s one of the benefits of having a marketing coach - someone who can take a look at your business from the perspective of your audience and identify exactly what needs your attention, and what might not be working the way you thought it would.

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Decoding Your Facebook Ads Results
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

Decoding Your Facebook Ads Results

Understanding how to interpret the results in your Facebook Ads Manager changes everything about how you make decisions regarding your ads. This article digs into a few of the key metrics to look at when trying to diagnose your ad campaigns and create impactful results.

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Why Doing More Often Makes Results Worse
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

Why Doing More Often Makes Results Worse

When marketing isn’t delivering the results you expect, the instinct is often to do more, but that’s not always the answer. This piece explores why increasing your marketing efforts can sometimes create more confusion than clarity, and how overextension can quietly stall momentum. If your strategy feels heavier instead of more effective, this article offers a grounded perspective on why simplicity, focus, and restraint are often the missing ingredients… and how choosing clarity over constant motion can change everything.

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Is Your Marketing Working?
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

Is Your Marketing Working?

Success looks different depending on what phase of business you’re in. Here’s a quick overview of how to know at a glance whether or not your marketing is “working” based on where you are right now.

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Is Hiring a Marketing Coach Right For You?
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

Is Hiring a Marketing Coach Right For You?

When marketing efforts aren’t working the way you’d hoped - it can be easy to get caught up in “desperate attempts” to improve results… Rather than throwing spaghetti at the wall and overwhelming yourself or your team with haphazard tactics, a marketing coach can help identify what’s not working and develop an intentional plan to pivot.

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The Truth Behind Why Most Lead Magnets Don’t Convert
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

The Truth Behind Why Most Lead Magnets Don’t Convert

There are an endless number of lead magnets available to you at any given moment… though very few actually prove to be valuable, high-converting assets. Why do most lead magnets flop? What makes a lead magnet successful? Let’s dive into it inside the blog!

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Why Forcing Yourself Into Platforms You Hate Is Slowing Your Growth
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

Why Forcing Yourself Into Platforms You Hate Is Slowing Your Growth

Your social strategy should not feel like a “keeping up with the Jones” situation. One of the biggest myths in modern marketing is that visibility requires omnipresence - forcing yourself to be on every platform, every day, multiple times a day... It doesn’t. A single platform used well will outperform five platforms used reluctantly.

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A New Year Reset: Get Clear on Who You Are (Before AI Decides for You)
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

A New Year Reset: Get Clear on Who You Are (Before AI Decides for You)

Authenticity has always been a key factor in the success of a business… but with the rise of AI, it is more important than ever to get clear on exactly who you are and what your business stands for.

This blog contains a simple 5 step checklist* to help you address the tough questions and determine the truth behind the question - “who are you, really?”

*Includes a free downloadable worksheet

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The Rise of Human-Led Marketing: Why AI Alone Is Failing Founders
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

The Rise of Human-Led Marketing: Why AI Alone Is Failing Founders

AI and automation are powerful tools, but as we evolve in this digital era, many businesses are discovering a hard truth:

AI alone doesn’t build brands, relationships, or durable growth. Humans do.

In this blog, I discuss the powerful shifts taking place among businesses that are finding success with AI in their marketing strategies - and why the key to that success is maintaining human control.

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Turning Content Into Clients With Post Engagement Ads
Jill Kellogg Jill Kellogg

Turning Content Into Clients With Post Engagement Ads

If you’re just starting out with Facebook ads and want an easy-to-implement, low-cost way to grow your audience, “prime” your ad account, AND promote your offers… THIS IS IT! Discover the power of Post Engagement campaigns and how they can help you achieve your business goals.

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