Old School Marketing That’s Better Than Social Media | Honestly, It’s Business Ep. 7

Honestly, It’s Business is a show where I give my honest, unfiltered opinions on running a small business, building a brand, and the messy, sometimes hilarious reality that is being a creative business owner.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into some old-school marketing strategies that still crush it in 2026. Honestly, for many businesses, these methods probably outperform all the money you’re throwing at social media ads.

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Chapters:

  • 0:00 Intro
  • 1:14 Hot Takes
  • 2:40 Pro Tips
  • 4:03 Technique 1 – Outreach & Word of Mouth
  • 5:06 Technique 2 – Loyalty Programs
  • 5:34 Technique 3 – Sponsorships
  • 6:42 Technique 4 – Branded Merchandise
  • 8:08 Technique 5 – Podcast Ads

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