Growing Your Small Business Even When it Feels Tough - Podcast Episode 361

Growing Your Small Business Even When it Feels Tough - Podcast Episode 361

Author: Jenn Donovan: Speaker, Author, Marketer and Social Media Expert August 16, 2025 Duration: 30:56

Ready to grow your small business without burning out?
In this episode, I'm joined by Troy Trewin from Grow Your Small Business — a man who's seen it all: 26 years in business, 30+ partnerships, and more lessons (and laughs) than you can count.

We talk about the three biggest mistakes small business owners are still making in 2025, why people and marketing are your greatest growth levers, and how to start thinking about your exit strategy (even if you're years away from selling).

This one's packed with practical tips, real-world experience, and the kind of advice you wish you'd had years ago.

And if you love the idea of sharpening your skills even more, don't miss the Social Media & Marketing Conference on Friday 29 August 2025 in Melbourne CBD. It's your chance to learn from top experts (including me!) and connect with like-minded business owners. Tickets at socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/conference.

If you're ready to work smarter, lead better, and grow with confidence — hit play!


Running a small business often feels like a constant juggling act, where the big dreams meet daily grind. The Small Business Made Simple Podcast cuts through that noise with practical, actionable conversations. Host Jenn Donovan brings her background as a speaker, author, and marketer directly to your earbuds, but she’s not just theorizing. Having been deep in the trenches herself, she understands the unique mix of ambition and overwhelm that defines the entrepreneurial journey. This podcast focuses on real-world application, offering bite-sized social media and marketing strategies you can implement immediately, without needing a massive budget or a dedicated team. You’ll also hear from fellow small business owners who share their own stories-the successes, the stumbles, and the lessons learned along the way. It’s a blend of expert guidance from Jenn and peer-to-peer solidarity, all designed to provide both clarity and accountability. Think of each episode as a focused coaching session that helps break down larger goals into manageable steps, reinforcing the confidence that you can, indeed, build the business you envision. Tune in for honest talk that simplifies the complex, making growth feel less like a solitary struggle and more like a shared, achievable path forward.
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