Scout Baker

In this episode of McFarland Minutes, the team discusses why general marketing advice often falls short and how to tailor strategies specific to your business needs and audience. The conversation highlights the importance of individualized marketing tactics, recognizing unique audience behaviors, and the limitations of following trends and general recommendations blindly. Personal anecdotes and examples,

In the 32nd episode of McFarland Minutes, hosted by Natalie McFarland, founder and president of McFarland Productions, and Scout Foster, outreach marketing manager, they delve into the company’s 2026 marketing strategy. The episode covers both internal and external marketing plans, including the implementation of ‘Live Outdoors’ as a new slogan, and a future focus on

In this episode of McFarland Minutes, hosted by Natalie McFarland and Scout Foster, they dive into the intricacies of marketing planning for 2026. This first part focuses on laying out the structural foundation for an effective marketing strategy. They discuss the importance of early planning, especially for product-based businesses, and introduce a Google Sheets template

In this 30th episode of McFarland Minutes, hosts Natalie McFarland and Scout Foster talk influencer marketing, particularly focusing on its spot at the National Finals Rodeo (NFR). The episode highlights the effectiveness of influencer activations in boosting brand visibility, engagement, and conversion rates, backed by a detailed case study from last year’s NFR.

In this episode of McFarland Minutes, hosted by Natalie McFarland and Scout Foster, the focus is on holiday marketing campaigns. Natalie and Scout discuss the importance of planning holiday content well in advance and share insights on generational spending habits, particularly highlighting how Gen Z prefers to spend on experiences rather than traditional gifts. The