Basic Bananas Journal 
The latest tips from the Basic Bananas team

How to Use AI in Marketing Strategy Without Losing Your Mojo
AI in marketing strategy is no longer a futuristic fantasy—it’s here, and it’s powerful. But here’s the deal: it’s not about replacing you; it’s about supercharging what you already do best. When you blend AI’s speed and smarts with your creativity...
What Bitcoin Can Teach You About a Compounding Marketing Strategy
In 2010, if you’d spent a cheeky $10 on bitcoin, you’d be sitting on a fortune. But here’s what’s even wilder: the same principle powers a compounding marketing strategy. While most people laughed it off, the few who stuck with it reaped the...
How to Conquer Leadership Fears at Every Stage of Your Journey
Let’s be real—running a business is not just about algorithms, AI, or the latest marketing trend. So this week, we’re taking a break from the techy stuff and zooming in on something just as vital: you, the leader behind the brand. Because no matter...
Beyond the Logo: Unlocking Brand Power with Jungian Archetypes
In today's incredibly crowded marketplace, building a successful brand, and cultivating genuine brand power, requires more than just a catchy name, a slick logo, or even a well‑defined mission statement. Brands aren't just competing on features or...
AI in Marketing: How to Use It Without Losing Your Magic
Unless you've been living under a Wi-Fi-less rock (gasp!), chances are you've heard the buzz, the hype, maybe even the panic about AI in marketing. Some folks are still cautiously dipping their toes in… but not us. We’re already doing cannonballs...
Is Google Still Viable for Small Businesses? A 2025 Look at Google Ads and the Future of Search
For years, Google Ads for small businesses has been a go-to strategy for driving traffic and generating leads. But with AI-powered search alternatives on the rise, shifting consumer behaviour, and increasing ad costs, many business owners are...
Mastering Advanced Email Marketing: Proven Strategies to Boost Engagement and Sales
Want to maximize the power of advanced email marketing and watch your revenue grow? It’s time to ditch the basics and implement high-level strategies. In this guide, we’re unlocking seven powerhouse tactics to turn your emails into engagement...
YouTube Marketing for Small Business: How to Get More Views, Leads & Sales
Want to attract more customers and grow your business using YouTube? You don’t need a massive budget or fancy equipment—just a solid strategy that works with YouTube’s algorithm, not against it. YouTube marketing is one of the most effective ways...
Google Ads for Small Businesses: A Practical Guide
Are you a small business, looking to increase traffic to your website, generate more leads and maximise sales? Google Ads is a great tool to do all of the above. Navigating the platform can be overwhelming at first and if you’re wondering where to...