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Episode 2: (Barely) surviving 2025: Lessons, mistakes and 2026 marketing predictions
In this episode of Speak Your Own Business, we look back at the lessons, mistakes, surprises and "how did we not see that coming?" moments that shaped our business in 2025.
We talk honestly about what we underestimated, what no business book prepared us for, the moments we were genuinely proud of, and the boundaries and mindset shifts that changed everything. Expect real talk, a bit of chaos, and plenty of laughs along the way.
We also share the advice we wish someone had given us earlier, what unexpectedly worked in 2025, and what we will absolutely never do again.
Then we look ahead to 2026 marketing predictions; the shifts small businesses should actually care about, including SEO changes, email marketing, social media strategy, content repurposing, authenticity over curation, and how AI is really changing marketing (without the hype).
Plenty of Stuff Studio is a marketing agency supporting and growing businesses across Hampshire, Surrey, Berkshire and the wider UK, specialising in marketing strategy, SEO, email marketing, social media marketing, paid advertising, branding and website support.
If you are a business owner who wants honest insight, real lessons, and marketing advice that comes from doing the work… not just talking about it, this episode is for you.
About Speak Your Own Business
Speak Your Own Business is hosted by our directors, Tim Holt and Kiana DouglinKiana Douglin and Tim Holt. The podcast explores the world of business and marketing, from practical growth strategies to candid conversations with entrepreneurs and business owners who are making things happen. Expect plenty of insights, plenty of stories, and plenty of stuff to inspire your next big move.
We also offer video interviews for those who wish to share their story on a more visual platform. If you are a business interested in being featured, or would like to explore how a video episode could showcase your brand.
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Episode 2: (Barely) surviving 2025: Lessons, mistakes and 2026 marketing predictions
By Speak Your Own Business. In this episode of Speak Your Own Business, we look back at the lessons, mistakes, surprises and "how did we not see that coming?" moments that shaped our business in 2025.
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Plenty of Stuff Studio is proud to work closely with our customers to offer great and transparent customer care throughout all our communications and services.
Our commitment to our customers continues with our team. Plenty of Stuff Studio is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity studio. We celebrate our diverse community that disregards race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Plenty of Stuff Studio services cover across the UK. Read more about the areas that we cover.
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