Feeling uncertain about your business marketing budget in 2025?
You’re not alone.
Kristi Mitchell pulls back the curtain in this raw and candid solo episode, exploring how today’s turbulent economic and political landscape is shaping business owners’ marketing decisions.
From the lingering effects of the pandemic to the swirling concerns over recession and market instability, Kristi shines a light on why so many entrepreneurs feel the knee-jerk urge to cut marketing first... and why that might actually cost you more in the long run.
With years of experience helping clients through downturns, Kristi reminds us that meeting clients where they are is more important than ever. She shares strategic perspectives on adjusting your messaging authentically to resonate amid chaos and how digital marketing is no longer an option but a necessity for thriving businesses.
This episode invites you to reframe how you think about marketing spend—not as discretionary fluff but as a crucial investment in your future. You’ll hear why consistency, strategic pivots, and understanding your audience’s shifting mindset can set you up to emerge from uncertainty stronger and more connected.
What you’ll learn:
Why marketing is often the first budget to get cut—and the danger in that
How to meet your clients where they are emotionally and practically today
Practical shifts in messaging and marketing channels to stay relevant
The power of digital marketing in uncertain times: email, social, SEO, and video
How to weigh the cost of inaction against the investment in staying connected
If you want to stop letting uncertainty stall your growth and instead lean in with confidence and clarity, this episode is packed with real talk and strategic wisdom you can apply right now.
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Learn more about Kristi and get in touch with her to learn how to Unf*dge YOUR marketing: kristimitchell.com
