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Think Like a CMO with Sarah Gemmell

Think Like a CMO with Sarah Gemmell

By: Sarah Gemmell
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You’ve done the trainings, joined the masterminds, and taken all the coaching advice… but your marketing still feels like a bunch of disconnected tasks that only sometimes work.


Welcome to Think Like a CMO, the podcast that helps small business owners stop doing random acts of marketing and start thinking like the Chief Marketing Officer their business actually needs.


Hosted by marketing strategist and consultant Sarah Gemmell, this show is all about stepping into your role as the CMO, so you can see your marketing from a higher level, connect the dots across your channels, and build a cleaner, more profitable marketing ecosystem.


You’ll learn how to tighten your strategy, clarify your messaging, map smarter funnels, and show up with more confidence without turning marketing into a full-time job. Because you are the CMO for your business right now and it’s time to start leading like one.



© 2026 Think Like a CMO with Sarah Gemmell
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Episodes
  • You Don't Need More Marketing Ideas, but You Do Need This
    Jun 9 2026

    We break down why your marketing feels scattered even when you’re showing up consistently, and we draw a hard line between strategy and tactics. We share a simple framework to evaluate every marketing move so you can stop guessing and start creating predictable lead flow.


    • defining marketing strategy as the plan and tactics as the supporting actions
    • spotting the signs of a missing strategy, like chasing new platforms and advice without data
    • separating marketing activity from marketing progress using KPIs and key performance indicators
    • choosing metrics that matter, like clicks, leads, opt-ins, booked calls and conversion rate
    • fixing the real issue behind “post more” by tightening messaging, positioning and calls to action
    • using the attract nurture convert optimize framework to pick smarter tactics
    • building a connected marketing ecosystem where each channel feeds the next step




    Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok

    Book a free clarity call with me here to discuss your marketing: https://sarahjeanco.com/clarity-call

    Want to get email updates when new episodes drop and special deals on marketing support? Subscribe here

    Learn more about how we can help you with psychology-led Marketing & Messaging

    NOTE: we are not currently accepting pitches for guests


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    24 mins
  • The Four-Part Marketing System That Creates Predictable Leads
    May 15 2026

    We break down the four-part marketing system we use to build predictable lead flow without chasing trends or busy work. We explain how to spot the real bottleneck in your pipeline so you stop making emotional changes and start making data-based decisions.
    • why a signature process makes marketing tangible without rigid steps
    • the Attract stage and consistent visibility with the right audience
    • the Nurture stage and what trust building actually looks like
    • how Instagram, TikTok, and email function differently in the pipeline
    • Convert as sales plus micro conversions that happen before buying
    • outbound outreach, follow-up, and having more real conversations
    • Optimize through KPIs, tracking trends over time, and avoiding panic pivots
    • diagnosing website performance by separating conversion rate from traffic volume


    Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok

    Book a free clarity call with me here to discuss your marketing: https://sarahjeanco.com/clarity-call

    Want to get email updates when new episodes drop and special deals on marketing support? Subscribe here

    Learn more about how we can help you with psychology-led Marketing & Messaging

    NOTE: we are not currently accepting pitches for guests


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    22 mins
  • what will and won't give you a quick cash injection
    May 4 2026

    I’m pushing back hard on that instinct, because when cash flow is tight, your priority isn’t prettier marketing. Your priority is leads, sales conversations, and a clear conversion plan you can run right now.

    I walk you through what to pause first (hiring, heavy tech, endless automations, and building a brand-new offer) and what to do instead to stabilize revenue fast. We talk client retention strategies that create immediate wins, how to rekindle warm leads and past clients without sounding desperate, and how to sell more often without being spammy. You’ll hear the difference between inbound marketing and outbound lead generation, plus practical ways to restart outreach through DMs, email, and direct follow-up when your pipeline feels “dry” but probably isn’t.

    Then we shift into the Think Like a CMO mindset that changes everything: stop asking how to grow and start asking how to convert with what you already have. I also share a simple weekly checklist to identify your warmest leads, tighten your messaging and calls to action, and start new conversations that lead somewhere. When revenue stabilizes, you get the breathing room to invest in long-term growth like a rebrand, a new website, and better systems without making reactive decisions.

    If you want a calm, strategic marketing plan for the next 7 days, hit play, then subscribe, share this with a business friend who needs it, and leave a review so more small business owners can find the show.

    Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok

    Book a free clarity call with me here to discuss your marketing: https://sarahjeanco.com/clarity-call

    Want to get email updates when new episodes drop and special deals on marketing support? Subscribe here

    Learn more about how we can help you with psychology-led Marketing & Messaging

    NOTE: we are not currently accepting pitches for guests


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    18 mins
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