How to Humanise Your Brand in the Age of AI - Podcast Episode 367

How to Humanise Your Brand in the Age of AI - Podcast Episode 367

Author: Jenn Donovan: Speaker, Author, Marketer and Social Media Expert September 3, 2025 Duration: 37:12

**How to Humanise Your Brand in the Age of AI**  


*Small Business Made Simple Podcast with host Jenn Donovan & guest Fiona Killackey*

Are you curious about harnessing the power of AI in your business, without losing the magic that makes your brand uniquely human? In this episode, Jenn Donovan sits down with Fiona Killackey, founder of My Daily Business, for a thought-provoking and practical chat on navigating business in the AI era.

Fiona shares her journey from magazine editor to marketing lead at major brands, all the way to running her own business, always with a focus on aligning your work with your values and living life *beyond the hustle*. Together, they discuss:

- How AI is changing the landscape for small business owners  
- The risks of relying too heavily on technology (and how to keep it as your assistant, not your authority)  
- Practical ways to humanise your brand, connect authentically, and stand out  
- Combatting AI bias and why your unique voice matters now more than ever  
- Tools and tips Fiona uses daily for business *and* life efficiency  

Whether you're an AI skeptic or you're eager to adopt the latest tech, this episode will inspire you to combine the best of both worlds: innovation and heart. Plus, hear about Fiona's popular books and the one AI tool she swears by for creative entrepreneurs.

Hit play to find out how to future-proof your brand with authenticity, storytelling, and a very human approach to technology!


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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