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What if digital marketing isn’t about selling at all - but about solving a puzzle?
This week on On Another Track, I’m joined by Elizabeth “Ellie” Fleming, founder of Designed Life, who believes marketing is a never‑ending puzzle - one where trust is the first piece you must put in place.
Ellie knows we’re all trying to buy back more time. But she’s clear: if people don’t trust you, nothing else matters. From video hooks that actually stop the scroll, to the good, the bad, and the dangerous misuse of AI, Ellie challenges the idea that louder marketing works better. Her approach? Stop selling. Start offering.
“Scared sh*tless” isn’t a weakness in this conversation - it’s a signal you’re breaking away from the mould and building a future that’s truly your own.
If you’re tired of hype-driven funnels, robotic AI content, and marketing that feels hollow, this episode will change how you think about connection, courage, and creativity.
Website:
https://designedlife.ca
Email:
info@designedlife.ca
Listen to On Another Track:
https://bit.ly/3tOATPCAST
Friday Dec 12, 2025
Friday Dec 12, 2025
What if the recipe for mental wellness starts with a loaf of bread?
Meet Stephanie Markakas-Plouffe, founder of Entrepreneur Connection Edmonton, mental health coach, and former owner of a baking business serving 18 retail stores.
After years of navigating burnout, chaos, and emotional trauma in the food industry, Stephanie stepped back, stepped into her kitchen — and found her next chapter.
Now she teaches entrepreneurs how to mix dough, process trauma, and reconnect with their inner peace… one baking session at a time.
Hear how her new movement, Bake Club for Entrepreneurs is turning bread making into a mental health intervention.
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/in/stephanie-markakis-plouffe-506938339
Email:
EntrepreneurConnectionEDM@gmail.com
Website
https://www.entrepreneurconnectionedm.com
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Friday Nov 28, 2025
Friday Nov 28, 2025
When Pretty Girls Poured Tea… and Boys Wanted to Be Builders
That was the world Ladybird Books helped paint, but were they quietly reflecting Britain’s postwar values… or subtly reinforcing them?
We get Helen Day, the UK’s leading Ladybird book historian to unpack it all. From nostalgic collector to curator, Helen’s encyclopedic knowledge has kept the stories and artwork of Ladybird Books alive for generations.
Through exhibitions, articles, and her vibrant online community, she celebrates the artists, writers, and hidden history behind these iconic children’s books.
Website:
https://ladybirdflyawayhome.com
Email:
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Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
What happens when a man decides to fight depression with play?
You get Robert Manolson, founder of Powerful Play Experiences, and one of Canada’s most inspiring advocates for mental wellness in the workplace. His sessions spark joy, ease the spirit, and reconnect teams with their inner child — the one we often leave behind.
After years of battling anxiety and depression, Robert discovered that play wasn’t just child’s work — it was healing work. Now, he helps others move from a place of unhappy… to a place of happy.
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/in/robertmanolson
Email:
robert@powerfulplay.ca
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Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
What happens when a man from the oil industry decides to build a playground?
You get Mike McDermott, founder of PlayEnvy, and one of the most passionate community builders in Canada. His first playground project earned him heartfelt thanks from every child at the school — and sparked a mission to design spaces that inspire play for years to come.
He’s proof that when you get comfortable being uncomfortable and surround yourself with the right people, great things happen.
linkedin.com/in/mike-mcdermott-91a56217
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Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
When Russia invaded Ukraine, Will Blackburn was selling software in Poland. Within 24 hours, refugees were arriving in his town — and his life was changed forever.
Trading his sales kit for his old Army Reserve gear, Will began sourcing medical supplies and driving convoys into the Donbas. Now, in his book The War Next Door: My Journeys into Ukraine, he shares what it’s like to risk your life to help strangers, and to carry the voices of Ukrainians living under fire.
⚠️ This episode contains descriptions of war and trauma. Listener discretion advised.
linkedin.com/in/will-blackburn-61653718
Email:
will.blackburn@legacybox.co.uk
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Friday Sep 05, 2025
Friday Sep 05, 2025
Think you’ve heard it all? Mike Francis will make you think again.
From a brutal childhood marked by abuse and survival, to becoming a husband, father, and respected tattoo artist, Mike’s story is raw, unfiltered, and unforgettable. Today, through his work at MFT Tattoos, he uncovers the myths, humour, and deep truths behind body modification — and why people still line up for the pain.
⚠️ Warning: this episode dives into graphic themes — from intimate tattoos to past trauma. If you’re squeamish, prepare for a rollercoaster.
This is not just about ink — it’s about resilience, transformation, and getting yourself On Another Track.
Book here:
https://book.heygoldie.com/mft-tattoo/checkout
Company Links
MFT Tattoos
https://book.heygoldie.com/mft-tattoo
David Wilson, BritCan Productions
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Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
This week, we meet Andrea Welsh — healthcare technical writer, strategist, and data literacy advocate. Andrea believes in “Data, not Drama!” — because you can’t fix what you don’t know, and you can’t grow what you don’t measure.
With a background spanning 20 years in nursing, a degree in forensic psychology and working at the coal face of healthcare documentation, Andrea has helped clinics, hospitals, and tech companies build systems that actually tell the right story. She’s passionate about helping teams understand what their data means and why it matters — from the C-suite down.
From her own journey — pivoting after a childhood accident meant the FBI dream was out of reach — to her mission now of helping to reshape U.S. healthcare toward community-focused care, Andrea’s story is all about resilience, clarity, and building with the tools you already have.
Welcome to episode #76 and Season 2 of On Another Track, and welcome Andrea Welsh!
linlinkedin.com/in/medical-technical-writer-andrea-welsh
Company Links
Andrea Welsh, Clockwork & Cursive
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Friday Aug 08, 2025
Friday Aug 08, 2025
This week, we welcome back Kevin Paylow of Deliberate Consulting, joining us for the second time since episode #18, four years ago.
Kevin calls himself ‘the classic American Mutt,’ but his real talent is storytelling that sticks.
He says, “You don’t win in the presentation — you win in the conversation.” Kevin talks about how to strip away pointless slides and overloaded facts, and instead craft messages that earn engagement, inject emotion, and leave the audience wanting more.
Get ready for a masterclass in persuasive messaging, memorable decks, and intentional communication.
Welcome to episode #75 and Season 2 of On Another Track, and welcome back to Kevin Paylow!
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Company Links
Kevin Paylow, Deliberate Consulting
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Wednesday Jul 23, 2025
Wednesday Jul 23, 2025
Three years ago, Sophie Ash was just discovering who she really was — a new sister, a new story, and a whole new path. With no house, no prospects, and a job that barely paid the bills, she rebuilt everything from scratch.
Now she’s back — and this time, she’s not just surviving, she’s thriving.
In this episode, you’ll hear why Sophie refuses to waste time, how she sorts the wheat from the chaff, and what it means to truly live a business that’s innate — not just scripted.
Welcome to episode #74 and Season 2 of On Another Track, and welcome back to Sophie Ash!
Company Links
Sophie Ash, Prospology
David Wilson, BritCan Productions