June 25, 2025

What AI Can’t Do (And Why Story Still Wins in Business) with Becky Freemal

What AI Can’t Do (And Why Story Still Wins in Business) with Becky Freemal

Can AI write your content? Sure.

But can it connect, convert, and build trust with your audience the way a human can? Not even close.

In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Emmy-winning journalist and Fractional CMO Becky Freemal to talk about the real edge businesses still have in an AI-powered world: storytelling. From building a magnetic brand voice to actually making sense of your data, this episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs who want to lead with strategy and soul.


Timestamps:

00:00 – Why good data isn’t enough

01:58 – Meet Becky Freemal: From journalism to marketing

03:18 – Storytelling is not optional—it’s revenue-driving

04:25 – Where to use story in your business (hint: everywhere)

06:12 – Brand voice breakdown: what it is and why it matters

07:40 – The hidden cost of voice mismatch

08:46 – How to define your voice (even as a solopreneur)

09:53 – Using product data to refine your messaging

12:00 – Jennifer’s AI brand guide experiment

13:25 – How to get AI to write like you

15:29 – Using AI tools for content, video, and customer insight

17:14 – Real examples of AI analyzing profit and performance

18:06 – Why retreats and white space help refine your voice

20:03 – What your clients really think about your brand

23:51 – About Becky’s book: Brand Voice: People + Data Drive Results

25:50 – Solopreneur tip: how to access strategy without the C-suite

27:48 – Final thoughts: data + story = momentum


Key Topics:

• Why story is still your most powerful marketing tool

• How AI can support your voice—but not replace it

• Turning customer feedback into brand clarity

• Using your brand voice to attract, engage, and convert


📘 Grab Becky’s book:

Brand Voice: People + Data Drive Results

https://beckyfreemal.com


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