Debbie Jollie

Debbie Jollie Marketing Consultant

One of the ways I've been able to have better conversations, uncover real opportunities, and ultimately win more clients...
04/06/2026

One of the ways I've been able to have better conversations, uncover real opportunities, and ultimately win more clients is by asking two very simple questions.

1. What are the biggest challenges in your business right now that you want to solve?

2. What are your sales or business goals for the next 12 months?

That's it.

I've found that whether I'm speaking with a small business owner, a corporate executive, or the leadership team of a large organisation, the answers usually fall into one of two categories:

They have a problem they need solved.

Or they want to make more money.

Sometimes it's declining sales. Sometimes it's customer retention. Sometimes it's low visibility, poor lead generation, market competition, or operational inefficiencies.

But almost every challenge connects back to a business goal.

As a marketing consultant and business coach, I've learned that the most valuable conversations don't start with social media, websites, or advertising campaigns.

They start with understanding the business.

When I know what challenge you're trying to overcome and what goals you're trying to achieve, I can better determine whether marketing, training, strategy, customer experience, personal branding, or another solution is the right fit.

Too many professionals focus on selling services.

I focus on understanding problems.

And that's led to deeper client relationships, more meaningful engagements, and better results for everyone involved.

So let me ask you:

What is the biggest challenge your business is trying to solve right now?

What can small Caribbean countries learn from Singapore?Since moving to Asia I have worked and collaborated with a few f...
03/06/2026

What can small Caribbean countries learn from Singapore?

Since moving to Asia I have worked and collaborated with a few firms and individuals out of Singapore.

I taught virtually at a school, helped individuals improve their LinkedIn presence and mentored fellows in a entrepreneurial programme.

And as I continue to learn more about Singapore's growth story, one thing stands out to me: Singapore has a population of just over 6 million people, yet it has positioned itself as a global hub for business, innovation, finance, and technology.

For those of us from small Caribbean nations, that's an important reminder.

Success isn't determined by the size of your population or the size of your market.

It's determined by how well you develop talent, embrace innovation, create a business-friendly environment, and connect yourself to opportunities beyond your borders.

Singapore didn't wait for a larger market.

It built systems, invested in education, attracted global talent, protected intellectual property, and created an ecosystem where entrepreneurs could thrive.

There are lessons here for Caribbean governments, businesses, and entrepreneurs alike.

We may be small, but small does not have to mean limited.

If Singapore can compete on the global stage with 6 million people, perhaps the question for us is not whether we are big enough, but whether we are thinking big enough.

02/06/2026

One of the best leadership investments you can make isn't another course, certification, or title.

It's your personal brand.

Why?

Because leadership is built on trust.

Your team, clients, stakeholders, and industry peers need to understand who you are, what you stand for, and how you think.

Building a personal brand forces you to become more intentional about your values, communication, expertise, and leadership style.

It challenges you to share ideas, articulate your vision, and contribute to conversations that matter.

In the process, you become a more visible, credible, and confident leader.

I've seen many professionals assume personal branding is only for entrepreneurs or influencers.

It's not.

Strong leaders use personal branding to build trust before they enter the room, strengthen relationships, attract opportunities, and amplify their impact.

People don't follow titles.

They follow people they trust.

And a strong personal brand helps you build that trust at scale.

Just a few days left to register!I’m excited to be hosting “Beyond the Roof: Rainwater Harvesting for Climate Resilience...
01/06/2026

Just a few days left to register!

I’m excited to be hosting “Beyond the Roof: Rainwater Harvesting for Climate Resilience and Sustainable Communities” on June 3rd at 9:30 a.m. AST, where we’ll be joined by experts from Grenada and Trinidad and Tobago to discuss the role of rainwater harvesting in building more resilient and sustainable communities.

Whether you're interested in water security, climate resilience, disaster preparedness, community development, or simply learning practical ways to conserve water, this webinar is for you.

We'll explore:

💧 The benefits of rainwater harvesting
💧 Policy and implementation considerations
💧 Community and household applications
💧 Challenges, opportunities, and future directions

If you'd like to learn more about this important topic, I encourage you to register soon.

🔗 Registration link is in the comments.

For my friend's farewell dinner before relocating to Thailand, we shared a bowl of Bò Kho, Vietnam's famous slow-cooked ...
31/05/2026

For my friend's farewell dinner before relocating to Thailand, we shared a bowl of Bò Kho, Vietnam's famous slow-cooked beef stew.

You know once you slow cooking meat it have to be good 😝😋

Influenced by centuries of culinary history and traditionally served with bread for dipping, it's one of those comfort foods that tells a story of Vietnam's culture, resilience, and love of gathering around good food.

The slow-braised beef, rich broth, carrots, and quail eggs made it the perfect meal to share before saying goodbye.

31/05/2026

What are you avoiding because it feels uncomfortable?

I ask because I have several friends and colleagues back in the Caribbean, especially women, who are incredibly talented.

They have ideas. They have skills. They have dreams.

But they're waiting.

Waiting for the right time. Waiting for more money. Waiting for more certainty. Waiting until they feel ready.

Sometimes they'll say things like, "I hope I can do what you're doing one day, Debbie."

What many people don't see is that when I made major changes in my life, I wasn't fully ready either.

I didn't have every resource. I didn't have every answer. I didn't have a guaranteed outcome.

What I had was a decision.

The truth is that change requires a plan, but it also requires action long before you feel comfortable.

Because life will always give you reasons to wait.

There will always be another bill. Another responsibility. Another obstacle. Another excuse.

If you wait until everything lines up perfectly, you may never move.

Sometimes you have to create the opportunity you're looking for.

Sometimes you have to take the first step before you can see the entire staircase.

So this Sunday, ask yourself:

What are you avoiding because it feels uncomfortable?

Your next level may be sitting on the other side of that discomfort.

Late breakfast after gym 🍓
30/05/2026

Late breakfast after gym 🍓

So I shared my journey learning to ride an e-bike in Vietnam yesterday 😁 , I expand on it and some of the new and someti...
30/05/2026

So I shared my journey learning to ride an e-bike in Vietnam yesterday 😁 , I expand on it and some of the new and sometimes uncomfortable changes that has forced me to rethink what business should look like.

Like is in the comments.

29/05/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions about personal branding is that it's just about being visible online.

It's not.

For instance, I have been told by a CEO that it's not necessary for him because he does need the visibility.

But for professionals, entrepreneurs, founders, and sales professionals, personal branding is a business growth tool.

The goal isn't just to get likes or followers.

The goal is to build trust, credibility, and authority with the people you want to serve.

A strong personal brand helps you grow an audience that believes in your expertise.

And trust is what drives sales, fills events, sells books, attracts opportunities, and opens doors.

So don't think about personal branding as simply creating content.

Think about it strategically.

Every piece of content should do more than look good, it should position you as an authority, strengthen relationships, and help drive revenue.

Visibility gets attention.

Trust gets business.

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