What if doing nothing is costing you money? 🤯

In this week’s episode of The Engaging Marketeer, Darren sits down with Tristan Hartey of Hartey Wealth Management to break down how money really works in the real world… and it isn't the way most people think.

It starts with something simple. One pound. One year. One small gain. Then another. And another. Before you even realise it, those small increases are stacking, building, compounding into something far bigger than most people ever expect... 📈

This isn't about chasing quick wins or trying to double your money overnight. It's about understanding how consistent, steady growth works over time, and why the biggest mistake most people make is either waiting too long or stopping too early. This is the kind of conversation that changes how you look at money, business and even your own progress 🔥

More about Tristan:

Tristan Hartey is a UK-based financial adviser and co-founder of Hartey Wealth Management, a firm focused on helping individuals and families build, protect, and manage their wealth. Known for his ability to simplify complex financial concepts, Tristan works closely with clients to create clear, practical plans around investments, pensions, and long-term financial security. His approach combines technical expertise with a strong emphasis on understanding each client’s personal goals and their emotional relationship with money.

Alongside his advisory work, Tristan is an accomplished public speaker who has delivered talks to audiences of thousands across the UK and internationally, including events in the United States and China. He is passionate about improving financial education, particularly in the UK, and regularly speaks on topics such as compound interest, financial mindset, and long-term wealth building, with a focus on making financial advice more accessible and easier to understand.

You can connect with Tristan here:

Website: https://www.harteywm.co.uk/about/tristan-hartey/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristan-hartey-71238752/

BNI: https://bni.co.uk/en-GB/memberdetails?encryptedMemberId=tdRGKxnfhrvqfJNgqBL4jg%3D%3D&name=Tristan+Hartey

Business Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HarteyWealthManagement

Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harteywealthmanagement/

Business X: https://x.com/HarteyWM

About your host:

Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and was the first in-house web designer for video games retailer GAME in the UK, known as Electronics Boutique in the States. After co-founding his own agency, Engage Web, in 2009, Darren has worked with clients around the world, including Australia, Canada and the USA.

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This week on The Engaging Marketeer, Darren chats with Joanne Finnerty of JF Recruitment about what it really takes to hire the right people and stand out when you’re looking for a new role.

Jo shares how she got started in recruitment, why she still loves it more than 30 years later and what businesses so often get wrong when hiring. They also get into practical advice for candidates, from writing a stronger CV and preparing properly for interviews to making a better impression both online and in person.

It’s a lively conversation packed with real experience, honest advice and plenty of insight for both employers and job seekers alike. Full episode available now.

More about Joanne:

Joanne Finnerty is the founder of JF Recruitment, a recruitment agency with a passion for matching businesses with the right talent. With over 30 years of experience in the recruitment industry, Jo has built a reputation for her consultative approach and commitment to helping people find the right roles and businesses find the best-fit employees. Starting her career in temping, she worked her way up to running her own recruitment business, offering expertise in permanent recruitment and a strong focus on cultural fit. Jo is driven by a desire to make a difference, having helped numerous individuals transition to new careers and businesses thrive through effective staffing solutions.

You can connect with Joanne here:

Website: https://jfrecruitment.co.uk/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannefinnerty/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoanneFinnertyRecruitment/?locale=en_GB

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joannefinnertyrecruitment/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joannefinnerty0

About your host:

Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and was the first in-house web designer for video games retailer GAME in the UK, known as Electronics Boutique in the States. After co-founding his own agency, Engage Web, in 2009, Darren has worked with clients around the world, including Australia, Canada and the USA.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenjamieson/

Engaging Marketeer: https://engagingmarketeer.com

Engage Web: https://www.engageweb.co.uk

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Be honest…

When was the last time you properly researched a company before buying from them?

Not a big brand like Amazon or Apple - a business you'd never heard of before.

Did you read every page? Go through all the reviews? Check their terms, their history, their team? Or did you just skim it… and go with your gut?

That split-second decision is exactly what this episode of The Engaging Marketeer dives into. Darren breaks down what really drives buying decisions online, why most websites lose people without ever knowing it and what needs to change if you want more enquiries without just throwing more money at ads.

If your traffic looks fine but your leads are not where they should be, this episode will hit home.

About your host:

Darren has worked within digital marketing since the last century, and was the first in-house web designer for video games retailer GAME in the UK, known as Electronics Boutique in the States. After co-founding his own agency, Engage Web, in 2009, Darren has worked with clients around the world, including Australia, Canada and the USA.

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/engaging-marketeer/id1612454837

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenjamieson/

Engaging Marketeer: https://engagingmarketeer.com

Engage Web: https://www.engageweb.co.uk

Support the show: https://engageweb.club

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