AMPlified News & Insights

Welcome to "AMPlified," our focused content stream dedicated to exploring the exciting and ever-evolving world of marketing, branding, creative and visual media. We'll be sharing insightful and inspiring perspectives on the latest trends, techniques, and innovations in the industry for small to medium business owners and entrepreneurs to quickly gather actionable steps on how best to market their companies & brands.

March 2025 – Social Media Evolves, SEO Innovates, Video Marketing Hacks & AI-Powered Websites

March 1, 2025

TLDR: To stay ahead in the digital landscape, focus on understanding user intent and optimizing content for social search…

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Febuary 2025 – AI dominates productivity, branding goes simple & brands focus on smaller influencers.

January 23, 2025

TLDR: As we navigate the dynamic marketing landscape of 2025, small businesses face exciting opportunities to transform their branding…

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Modernizing Your Law Firm: A Blueprint for Success in the Digital Age

November 27, 2024

Hey there, Michael. We totally get it, you’re in a unique spot. You’ve taken the reins of your law…

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From Corporate Chains to Sandwich Dreams

October 30, 2024

Introduction What happens when you find yourself sitting in a glass tower during a pandemic, questioning everything about your…

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Making the hard choices.

September 17, 2024

I want to start this blog post by saying, this is going to get a bit personal. Creating something…

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How to market your small business.

September 2, 2024

Hey there, Ash here. I’ve been in the marketing world for close to 2 decades now. During that time…

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How One Viral Video Skyrocketed XXL Scrunchie’s YouTube Growth

August 30, 2024

  FIRST OFF, if you came here for Bruce Hijacking the podcast goto 5:07 (YW). In the world of…

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Your Repetitions Are Your Reputation. Your Brand Consistency Matters.

August 21, 2024

As I stared down at the words etched on my treadmill, “Your repetitions are your reputation,” I couldn’t help…

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Reality Check: Your Business is in Media Now

August 19, 2024

Whether we like to admit it or not, the world has changed dramatically in terms of media and brand…

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PODCAST E10 – Amplified – Dug Stevenson talkes Marketing, Local love & content

August 9, 2024

The Importance of Marketing: Dug Inspires 5 Tips to Elevate Your Game This Week Marketing isn’t just about pushing…

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Why Websites Are Important for Your Brand.

July 28, 2024

Websites Still Matter Websites are the epicenter of your brand. They are the online presence that can make a client stay or leave. Your brand’s ecosystem is directly tied to the website. Making it too complicated can dissuade clients. Too simple, and it looks like you are just getting started. The Key: Client Journey The…

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PODCAST E9 – Amplified – Luc Fournier from the small business center

July 4, 2024

Introduction: In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Luc Fournier, a seasoned film producer with a wealth of experience in the creative industry. Luc’s journey is a testament to the delicate balance between artistic vision and commercial success. Here, we highlight two key moments from our conversation that shed light…

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PODCAST E8 – Amplified – Nick Foley & A life of cadence

June 26, 2024

Intentional Living and the Power of Routine with Nick Foley In the latest episode of our podcast, “Amplified,” we had the pleasure of hosting Nick Foley, a social entrepreneur, professor, and passionate advocate for inclusion. Nick’s story is not only inspiring but also a testament to the power of intentional living and the impact of…

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From Studio to Success: Revolutionize Your B2B Service Awareness with Podcasting

May 30, 2024

In the realm of B2B services, the power of podcasting to elevate brand awareness is a game-changer. With a dedicated studio at your disposal, the possibilities for creating engaging and informative content are endless. Welcome to the world of studio-produced podcasts, where media meets creativity to revolutionize your B2B service visibility. Dive into this piece…

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Stories matter more than you realise.

April 22, 2024

The Power of Story in Branding: Why It Matters More Than You Think In todays fast-paced world of marketing & entrepreneurship, brands are seeking innovative ways to stand out. But amidst the focus on visual elements such as logos, color palettes, and website designs, there’s a fundamental element that often gets overshadowed…. storytelling also known…

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The journey downwards (A lesson for business)

April 11, 2024

Business vs Brand April, 2024. AMP has a podcast studio we built for our clients, because we realised that podcasts are a fantastic outreach platform, combined with the ability to use the clips from there too! At AMP we call this a “tool” for your brand. I will talk more on this, but for now…

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People connect with people

February 10, 2023

You’re doing it wrong, Friday thoughts I’ve been noticing a trend online recently. People are building brands in a strange way. Larger brands (corporate level) are this way because for the most part there’s too many parts that make it who it is. You don’t buy Nike shoes from John Donahoe you buy the swoosh.…

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Artificial Intelligence, creativity & the future of art

December 15, 2022

As technology continues to advance, many people are wondering how artificial intelligence (AI) will affect the creative industry. While some may be concerned that AI could replace human creativity, let’s be real – AI is just a tool that we can use to enhance our work. It’s not going to steal our jobs, at least…

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End of year recap

December 13, 2022

It’s been a busy year this year. From directing live action commercials to CGI Tv spots we’ve been a happy crew of creatives. HUGE shout out to my team, who are badasses and I’m humbled to work with. Can’t wait to see what 2023 holds. Here’s some running thoughts to cap this year. Build a…

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Quiet quitting

October 6, 2022

Quiet quitting, is a term that has been rattled off after a massive section of the worlds workforce. The term alludes to employees, no longer following the beat of the drum. It brings to mind thoughts of people, tired, ambling through the office, ensuring their time isn’t well spent. How many of you feel this…

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