I’ve been talking with a lot of business owners lately about the rise in unsolicited marketing emails. Between web scraping and AI automation, inboxes seem to be getting hit harder than ever.

How many unsolicited emails do you get per day?

A) 0-1

B) 5-15

C) 15+

D) I stopped counting

Let’s compare notes

“Give a girl the right pair of shoes, and she’ll conquer the world.”

In honor of #NationalWomensHistoryMonth, let’s talk foundation - in business and marketing.

Success isn’t luck and Marilyn Monroe had a point- because the right shoes can make all the difference. And so can the right marketing plan.

Heels (Paid Ads): Fast visibility - but expensive if overused.
Running Shoes (SEO): Built for steady, long-term growth.
Flip-Flops (Random Posting): Easy… but not strategic.
Hiking Boots (Brand + Relationships): Strong, lasting traction.

The right marketing plan changes everything.
What shoes is your business wearing right now?

As we start thinking ahead to 2026, I’ve been noticing a shift in conversations - less about doing everything and more about finally getting past the things that keep holding us back.

Every business seems to have at least one marketing obstacle that feels like a constant roadblock. The kind you’re genuinely determined to beat this year.

So I’m curious -
What’s the top marketing obstacle you’re on a mission to beat in 2026?

Always interesting (and helpful) to hear what others are working through as we head into a new year.