10 Years in the Saddle: Lessons from a Decade in Full Gallop

Non-Social Media Marketing for Growth

Just like you don’t need to be in the saddle every second to train a great horse, you don’t need to be on social media every day to grow your business. In this episode of Marketing Hacks, Amanda shares practical ways to market your business without relying on likes, follows, or endless scrolling. Discover strategies that actually move you forward from relationship-based marketing to local visibility. Want More Marketing Hacks? LISTEN IN How to know it's time to review your marketing https://open.spotify.com/episode/5RcLimT182gKQManrZdSS9?si=c67fc4f21247483b [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5RcLimT182gKQManrZdSS9?si=c67fc4f21247483b] Don't spend more. How to improve your message https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fi2HmhbiW126Ep0XcOWVa?si=3df6798ffd2b43a9 [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fi2HmhbiW126Ep0XcOWVa?si=3df6798ffd2b43a9] Amanda MacDonald brings 20+ years of marketing expertise through the levels and believes that anyone can grow their business with the right tools. FOLLOW HER AT Full Gallop Communications. [https://fullgallopcomm.com/about/] REACH OUT TO AMANDA - hello@fullgallopcomm.com [hello@fullgallopcomm.com] #marketinghacks #businessgrowth #smallbusinessmarketing #smartmarketingstrategy #nosocialmedia #offlinemarketing #b2bmarketing #localmarketing #entrepreneurship

Red Flags in Your Marketing I When to know it's time

Sometimes it’s not a lack of sales—it’s a lack of direction. In this episode of Marketing Hacks, Amanda MacDonald shares how to recognize the subtle (and not-so-subtle) red flags that your business is ready—or overdue—for a marketing tune-up. From stalled growth to a confused audience, we’ll explore the signs that signal it's time to realign your messaging, strategy, or support systems before things unravel. If you've been feeling off track, this one’s for you. We'd love it if you left a comment on how this idea helped you move into growth. Enjoy additional episodes- Why You Don't Need More Ads: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fi2HmhbiW126Ep0XcOWVa To work with Amanda, visit https://fullgallopcomm.com To listen to additional episodes, follow and like on Spotify. #marketing #marketingconsultant #marketinghacks #noshortcuts

You Don't Need More Ads - You Need a Clearer Message

Ever feel like your marketing isn't working—even when you're running ads? In this episode of Marketing Hacks, Amanda MacDonald breaks down why it’s not always your ad spend that needs adjusting—it’s your message. Learn how to spot gaps in your brand clarity, connect more deeply with your ideal audience, and avoid the trap of throwing money at a problem that can’t be solved with Google Ads alone. 🎧 Tune in to get simple, smart strategies for sharpening your marketing without burning through your budget. #MarketingHacks #SmallBusinessMarketing #BrandMessaging #MarketingTips #FractionalCMO #MarketingStrategy #EntrepreneurLife #MarketingPodcast

10 Years in the Saddle: Lessons from a Decade in Full Gallop

It’s been 10 years since Amanda MacDonald launched Full Gallop Communications, one of the first marketing consultancies focused on the equestrian industry. In this special anniversary episode of Marketing Hacks, Amanda reflects on how the marketing landscape has changed, what she’s learned working across barns and boardrooms and looks ahead to what is next for her.

Getting the Most From A Consultant Relationship

Hiring a consultant doesn’t mean you hand over the reins and walk away—it means you're adding a strategic partner who needs your insight to succeed. In this episode of Marketing Hacks, Amanda MacDonald breaks down how to make the most of your marketing consultant relationship. From avoiding common roadblocks (like disappearing from your inbox or rewriting every post) to building trust and staying aligned on goals, Amanda shares what makes a partnership click—and what stalls momentum. Whether you’ve worked with consultants before or are thinking about bringing one on, this episode will help you show up, stay engaged, and actually see results. Saddle up for a dose of clarity and a few tough questions to ask yourself before the next project kicks off. Enjoying this podcast? Please give it a like, comment or follow to be sure you are included in the next Hack drop. Popular Episodes you might have missed: When to Listen to Your Gut [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ziFSHMfZech4w9XcGls5t?si=yYjazfN9R42eQkTfjzbYtg] So, What is a Value Prop, Anyway? [https://open.spotify.com/episode/55Yte9LgZ1FQuCdf5BbJv7] Need to get in touch with Amanda? Fullgallopcomm.com