Ethical. Practical. Bite-sized marketing training that makes sense.
Build a brand that feels as good as it looks.
Learn to market with clarity, confidence, and integrity — no jargon, no fluff, no “bro marketing.”
Goldspun Training helps small business owners understand branding and marketing in a simple, honest, and practical way.
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Why Goldspun Training Exists
If you’ve ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or pressured by how everyone else seems to “do” marketing — you’re not alone.
After more than a decade in branding and business, I saw too many entrepreneurs getting stuck because no one ever taught them the why behind the how.
Goldspun Training was built to change that — to make marketing accessible, ethical, and actually enjoyable again.
I believe in:
✨ Clarity over complexity
✨ Integrity over manipulation
✨ Progress over perfection
Because when you understand your brand, you build with purpose — and that changes everything.
Our Flagship Course: Brilliant Brand Basics
Your step-by-step guide to building a brand that works.
An 8-module, self-paced course designed for people who are new to business, branding, or marketing — or who’ve been winging it and want to do it properly.
Each module includes short video lessons (15–20 minutes) and practical downloads covering:
✅ Brand foundations and values
✅ Identifying your ideal client
✅ Crafting your message and voice
✅ Creating consistent content
✅ Planning, tracking, and strategy
It’s everything you need to take your brand from “it’ll do” to “it clicks.”
Free Tools to Help You Get Started
Not ready for a full course? No problem.
You can still make progress today with free templates, planners, and checklists built to give you instant clarity.
Explore the free resource library and start with whatever catches your eye, everything’s written in plain English, not marketing jargon.
Shop Templates & Tools
Need a shortcut that still looks professional?
The Goldspun Etsy Store is full of beautifully designed tools, planners, and resources to help you stay organised and on brand, without breaking the bank.
From content planners to marketing checklists, every product is designed to save you time and boost your confidence.
Meet Danielle Thompson: The Potentialist
Hi, I’m Danielle. I’m a multi-passionate entrepreneur, author, and podcast host who’s spent over 15 years helping people and businesses unlock their potential.
I created Goldspun Training to show small business owners that marketing doesn’t have to feel manipulative or confusing — it can be empowering, ethical, and even fun.
When I’m not teaching or creating, you’ll find me running Goldspun Support, building Fractional Link, writing books, or chatting business stories over a brew on my podcast, Business and a Brew.