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Analog World, Digital World: Marketing, Mindset & Modern Biz for Women Who Didn’t Grow Up Online
Analog World, Digital World: Marketing, Mindset & Modern Biz for Women Who Didn’t Grow Up Online
Author: Meg Pearson
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Analog Girls, Digital World helps Gen X and 40+ women make sense of digital marketing without the overwhelm. Host Meg Pearson (retired TV director turned coach turned webs designer) breaks down marketing made simple, branding, and business strategy in real, relatable language- plus mindset and other tools to keep you grounded. If you didn’t grow up online but you’re building a business now, this is your go-to show.
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In this episode, Meg breaks down why your niche isn’t about shrinking yourself; it’s about clarity, context, and having a point of view. We talk filters (not funnels), values over vibes, and why the most effective marketing starts with knowing who you’re not for.If you want clients who respect your work, trust your process, and align with how you actually operate - this episode is your reset.Check out Rebel Soul Media Book your FREE Consult CallSubscribe to my "Digital Marketing Made Simple" newsletter to get the real juicy goods in online biz!
A lot of the most effective marketing doesn’t look like marketing at all.It isn’t loud.It isn’t constant.And most of the time, it isn’t happening on social media.In this episode, I’m talking about the kinds of marketing that fly under the radar - the work that doesn’t show up in your feed, but quietly builds trust, authority, and momentum over time.We’ll explore:Why social media is just one distribution channel, not the whole strategyHow things like speaking, podcasting, networking, referrals, and collaborations do the heavy lifting behind the scenesWhy owned platforms (your website, email list, and long-form content) matter more than everThe power of local marketing and relationship-based growthAnd how to stop measuring your success by what’s visible onlineThis episode is for the business owner who’s doing meaningful work; even if it doesn’t look flashy or “content-y” from the outside.If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re doing enough because you’re not constantly posting…This is your permission slip to trust the kind of marketing that doesn’t need to perform to be effective.Quiet doesn’t mean ineffective.Sometimes it means strategic.🎧 Press play.Check out Rebel Soul Media Book your Website in a DaySubscribe to my "Digital Marketing Made Simple" newsletter to get the real juicy goods in online biz!
Pivoting is everywhere right now; in careers, businesses, and entire industries.In this episode, I’m talking about the power of the pivot, what it really means to change direction with integrity, and why so many people are reassessing their work in the wellness, spiritual, and online business spaces.We explore:why values-based business matters more than everthe difference between aligned pivots and performative rebrandspersonal brand alignment after major life and career shiftsthe commodification of healing and plant medicineand what selling with integrity actually looks like in today’s digital worldIf you’re standing at a crossroads in your business - or feeling called to pivot without selling out - this episode is for you.Links mentioned:• Digital Clarity Session• RebelSoulMedia.ca• Digital Marketing Made Simple newsletter
Web design for Realtors isn’t about looking polished — it’s about being memorable.In this episode of Analog Girls, Digital World, Meg Pearson kicks off a new industry-specific series with a deep dive into web design for Realtors, personal branding, and visibility in an increasingly saturated market.If you’re a real estate agent doing “everything right”; posting on Instagram, sharing listings, using a brokerage website - but still feeling invisible online, this episode breaks down why that might be happening and what actually works instead.This conversation goes beyond trends and templates. It explores how Realtors can build a recognizable personal brand, use Instagram intentionally, and create a digital presence that builds trust before a buyer or seller ever reaches out.This is not about becoming Instagram famous. It’s about creating a brand and website that support long-term business growth.In This Episode, We Cover:Web design for Realtors: why most agent websites failThe difference between brokerage branding and your personal brandWhy cookie-cutter Realtor brands blend in onlineInstagram tips for real estate agents that build trust (not spam)How buyers and sellers actually choose agents onlineHow to position yourself as a lifestyle brand in your nicheA Realtor-specific website template designed to convertPrefer to READ things or do you want to have text to refer back to? This podcast is also available in BLOG form HERE.And because I’m here to help you build a digital presence without the overwhelm, I’m giving you two free tools to get started today:The Website Audit : a personalized video review of your current site The Website Content Planner: if you don’t have a site yet and need a copy-and-clarity roadmapCheck out Rebel Soul Media Book your Website in a DaySubscribe to my "Digital Marketing Made Simple" newsletter to get the real juicy goods in online biz!
Marketing on Instagram doesn’t have to feel overwhelming; but it does require intention.In this episode of Analog Girls, Digital World, Meg Pearson delivers a grounded Instagram 101 breakdown for entrepreneurs who are tired of guessing, chasing trends, or posting without a real strategy.Drawing from real-world experience in media, digital marketing, and current SEO studies, Meg walks through Instagram best practices for business owners, including what actually works in 2025, and what doesn’t.Prefer to READ things or do you want to have text to refer back to? This podcast is also available in BLOG form HERE. You can also get the links to resources here.And because I’m here to help you build a digital presence without the overwhelm, I’m giving you two free tools to get started today: The Website Content Planner: if you don’t have a site yet and need a copy-and-clarity roadmapCheck out Rebel Soul Media Book your Website in a DaySubscribe to my "Digital Marketing Made Simple" newsletter to get the real juicy goods in online biz!
What does directing live television have to do with building a website in a day?More than you’d think.In this episode, I break down how my background as a live TV director trained me to deliver top rated web design under pressure; long before I ever touched a CMS platform. From making fast decisions with zero margin for error to managing complex systems and leading with confidence, the skills required to run a live broadcast are the same ones that allow me to design strategic, conversion-ready websites in a single day.We’ll talk about why you don’t actually need a top web design firm to get a high-quality website, how leadership and systems matter more than templates, and why ethical, clarity-driven design outperforms manipulative marketing every time.If you’re a service provider who wants a website that works; without the chaos, tech overwhelm, or fear-based tactics - this episode will change how you think about web design altogether.Check out Rebel Soul Media Book your Website in a DaySubscribe to my "Digital Marketing Made Simple" newsletter to get the real juicy goods in online biz!
Ready to build a website for your business but have no clue where to start? In this episode of Analog Girls, Digital World, I’m breaking down the 9 essential things every new entrepreneur needs to know before building a website: from choosing the right platform to understanding the fundamentals of web page design, website cost, and why your mobile website view can make or break your SEO.We’ll talk about the real uses of a website (spoiler: it’s way more than a digital business card), how blogging supports long-term discoverability, what your homepage is actually supposed to do, and the key steps to create a brand-aligned, conversion-friendly site; whether you're DIY’ing or hiring a designer.Prefer to READ things or do you want to have text to refer back to? This podcast is also available in BLOG form HERE.And because I’m here to help you build a digital presence without the overwhelm, I’m giving you two free tools to get started today:The Website Audit : a personalized video review of your current site The Website Content Planner: if you don’t have a site yet and need a copy-and-clarity roadmapCheck out Rebel Soul Media Website in a DayJoin my newsletter for juicy insider stuff
As we close out the year and look ahead to 2026, the internet is full of trend forecasts, predictions, and hot takes about what we’re “supposed” to be doing next in business and digital marketing.This episode is something different.In this reflective, behind-the-scenes conversation, I'm sharing my fave Rebel Soul Media projects of 2025 - not because they were perfect, but because they reveal how I think, build, and support clients from the inside out.This is not a trends episode.It’s a values episode.If you’re a coach, creative, or business owner who wants to build something real; something that can grow and evolve without burning you out -this conversation will resonate.And because I’m here to help you build a digital presence without the overwhelm, I’m giving you free tools to get started today:The Website Content Planner: if you don’t have a site yet and need a copy-and-clarity roadmapSubscribe to my "Digital Marketing Made Simple" newsletter to get the real juicy goods in online biz!.Check out Rebel Soul Media Book your Website in a Day
What is up my rebel nerds? In this episode of Analog Girls, Digital World, we’re breaking down why your digital marketing strategy isn’t working; even when you hire a digital marketing consultant to help you. Spoiler: it’s not your website, your funnel, or your offer. It’s the inconsistent behavior that sneaks in when fear, comparison, and outside opinions take the wheel.I’m sharing real-talk insights from my 12+ years in online business - from directing live TV to building multiple wellness brands, running retreats in Costa Rica, and now helping Gen-X entrepreneurs, healers, artists, and small businesses build brands that actually convert.We’ll unpack:The real reason strategies often “don’t work”How the marketing funnel actually functions (no bro marketing BS)What happens when you pivot, tweak, delete, and second-guess instead of staying consistentWhat it really takes to see momentum (hint: patience AND repetition)If you’ve ever wondered why your marketing feels stuck or why hiring help didn’t magically solve everything - this episode is your clarity moment. Prefer to READ things or do you want to have text to refer back to? This podcast is also available in BLOG form HERE.And because I’m here to help you build a digital presence without the overwhelm, I’m giving you two free tools to get started today:The Website Audit : a personalized video review of your current site The Website Content Planner: if you don’t have a site yet and need a copy-and-clarity roadmapCheck out Rebel Soul Media Website in a DayJoin my newsletter for juicy insider stuff
In this episode of Analog Girls in the Digital World, I sit down with Maggie Patterson - business truth-teller, cult dynamics decoder, and champion for small-but-mighty entrepreneurs. Together, we pull back the curtain on the manipulative marketing tactics that have infected the online coaching and MLM world.From “mindset hacks” that silence your intuition to emotional manipulation disguised as empowerment, we unpack how easily these spaces can start to feel… well, culty. Maggie breaks down the BITE model - that’s Behavior, Information, Thought, and Emotional control -and shows us exactly how it plays out in the digital business arena.If you’ve ever questioned the shiny promises of six-figure launches and “just believe harder” messaging, this one’s your permission slip to trust your gut, sharpen your discernment, and stop letting toxic marketing mess with your mind (or your money).Follow Maggie on InstagramListen to DupedListen to "Staying Solo Podcast" with MaggieVisit Maggie's WebsiteCheck out Rebel Soul Media Book your Website in a DaySubscribe to my email list to get the real juicy goods in online biz!
What is UP my rebel nerds?!Welcome to the VERY FIRST episode of Analog Girls, Digital World - the show for my fellow Gen X and elder millennial women who grew up making mixtapes off the radio… and are now out here building digital empires like the badass, slightly-chaotic, heart-forward legends we are.In this premiere episode, I’m kicking open the digital doors and inviting you into a new era of online business - one built on integrity, transparency, and ACTUAL human connection… not bro-marketing manipulation.Here’s what I’m diving into:💥 Why it was time for me to leave the wellness world after watching it slip into culty vibes, guru theatrics, and weaponized “mindset”💥 How I rediscovered my true superpower: being the tech friend and why being an analog girl actually positions me perfectly to guide women through the digital world💥 Integrity vs. Influence: the difference, why it matters, and why I’m choosing integrity every damn time💥 The behind-the-scenes skills I actually bring to the table: decades of storytelling, design, tech, funnels, branding, web development, and creative chaos wrangling💥 What bro-marketing really looks like (and why I’m officially DONE with it)And because I’m here to help you build a digital presence without the overwhelm, I’m giving you two free tools to get started today:The Website Audit : a personalized video review of your current site The Website Content Planner: if you don’t have a site yet and need a copy-and-clarity roadmapCheck out Rebel Soul Media Join my newsletter for juicy insider stuff
LIMITED SERIES Podcast: Burn it Down (where I get some things off my chest and transition fully into digital marketing here on the pod)Personal development is powerful, but it won’t build you a business. In this episode, I break down the messy overlap between personal growth and personal branding, how MLMs and shady “coaches” hijack self-help for profit, and why strategy matters just as much as mindset. You’ll learn why your old patterns surface the minute you step into entrepreneurship, how community makes the journey sustainable, and what it really takes to build a brand that lasts.Grab my free Burn It Down WorkbookCheck out Rebel Soul Media Join my newsletter for juicy insider stuff
LIMITED SERIES Podcast: Burn it Down (where I get some things off my chest and transition fully into digital marketing here on the pod)Let me be very clear - this one isn’t about attacking men.It’s about naming the systems they defend, protect, and benefit from… even when those systems harm women.In this episode, I break down the uncomfortable truth about male-led spiritual circles, coaching empires, and “conscious” communities that are built less on healing and more on hierarchy, profit, and power.It’s a pattern.A business model.A well-oiled machine designed to protect the man at the top.And yes… this episode is a wake-up call for any man who feels the need to defend these ecosystems instead of questioning why they’re built the way they are in the first place.If you’ve ever wondered why women stay silent, why speaking up is so terrifying, or why calling out male “leaders” feels like breaking a sacred rule - this episode is your map.Check out Rebel Soul Media Book your Website in a DaySubscribe to my email list to get the real juicy goods in online biz!
LIMITED SERIES Podcast: Burn it Down (where I get some things off my chest and transition fully into digital marketing here on the pod)In this episode of the Burn It Down Limited Series podcast, I speak with Beth Granger, a cult survivor and author of 'Born and Raised.' Beth shares her harrowing journey of growing up in a cult, the impact of her experiences, and her path to healing and recovery. The conversation delves into the complexities of cult dynamics, the importance of intuition, and the transformative power of writing in processing trauma. Visit Beth's Website: https://bethgranger.ca/Grab my free Burn It Down WorkbookCheck out Rebel Soul Media
In a world where vulnerability is treated like currency, how do you know when you’re being authentic - and when you’re just performing for your brand? In this episode, I unpack the blurry line between personal branding and personal life, the difference between sharing from scars versus wounds, and how to decide what’s yours to share online. From my early blogging days to my current pivot with Rebel Soul Media, I share the boundaries, questions, and lessons that keep me aligned in business, life, and visibility.Grab my free Burn It Down WorkbookJoin my newsletter for juicy insider stuffCheck out Rebel Soul Media
Rebel Soul Media didn’t come out of nowhere - it’s the culmination of two decades of grit, reinvention, and unapologetic creativity. In this episode, I share my journey from TV director to retreat chef to Breathwork facilitator to digital brand strategist, and why this evolution makes so much sense when you look at the path I’ve been on. If you’ve ever wondered how to blend soul, strategy, and actual skill into your business, this is the behind-the-scenes story of why Rebel Soul Media exists.Grab my free Burn It Down WorkbookJoin my newsletter for juicy insider stuffCheck out Rebel Soul Media
LIMITED SERIES Podcast: Burn it Down (where I get some things off my chest and transition fully into digital marketing here on the pod)Politics and spirituality aren’t separate - they never were. In this episode, I share my own journey from head-in-the-sand avoidance to seeing politics as a mirror of character and values. From the vaccine moment that exposed cracks in the spiritual community, to the dangerous overlap of religion, politics, and cult dynamics, I unpack why neutrality is no longer an option. If your spirituality doesn’t translate into equality for all humans, it’s not spirituality; it’s performance.Grab my free Burn It Down WorkbookCheck out Rebel Soul Media Join my newsletter for juicy insider stuffExplore my six-month virtual Breathwork community, the Breath Alchemy Circle
LIMITED SERIES Podcast: Burn it Down (where I get some things off my chest and transition fully into digital marketing here on the pod)Endings don’t always need an explanation. In this episode, I talk about the radical power of sovereignty - the ability to close doors without apology. From relationships to businesses to lifelong chapters, sometimes “I’m done” is a complete sentence. I share the lessons I’ve learned from closing big doors in my own life, including why I’m bringing my Breath Alchemy Circle to a close, and what it means to trust alignment over luck.Grab my free Burn It Down WorkbookJoin my newsletter for juicy insider stuffCheck out Rebel Soul Media Explore my six-month virtual Breathwork community, the Breath Alchemy Circle
LIMITED SERIES Podcast: Burn it Down (where I get some things off my chest and transition fully into digital marketing here on the pod)The line between spirituality and religion isn’t as clean as we like to believe. From hierarchy and ritual to toxic leaders and spiritual bypassing, many “wellness” spaces mirror the very systems they claim to break free from. In this episode, I unpack the parallels, call out the manipulation, and share why true spirituality is found in the quiet, everyday moments; not in costly certifications, cult-like communities, or curated Instagram feeds.Grab my free Burn It Down WorkbookJoin my newsletter for juicy insider stuffCheck out Rebel Soul Media
LIMITED SERIES Podcast: Burn it Down (where I get some things off my chest and transition fully into digital marketing here on the pod)The wellness world is overflowing with hacks, rituals, and spiritual bypassing that rarely deliver what they promise. In this episode, I share why I’ve burned down most of my spiritual practices; but continue to stand by Breathwork as the one tool that’s accessible, real, and proven to transform both body and mind.Grab my free Burn It Down WorkbookCheck out Rebel Soul Media











