Struggling to improve your marketing and sales alignment game? You’re not alone. In today’s pod, Daniel sits down with Steve Armenti, the Demand Gen Global Marketing Manager for Google, to discuss the importance of readiness in leads and the future of B2B marketing. Steve shares his in-depth insights on personalization, data-driven strategies, and experiential buying journeys. Why is it vital for marketers to invest in brand and storytelling? And why does he believe that creativity and different...
Nov 16, 2023•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Finding marketing tactics that stick out in a sea full of expert influencers, disrupters, marketers, and more can feel like madness. Creating order from the chaos of the consumer mind? Even more impossible to unpack. Consider these four marketers the Dr. Strange of our times, bringing clarity to the marketing multiverse of madness. KT McBratney (CMO of Bosa), Anthony Yepez (Social Media Direct of Orange Theory), JT Barnett (CEO of BarnettX), and Nancy Harhut (Chief Creative Officer of HBT Market...
Nov 15, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Experiential marketing is pure vibes. And Expedia’s Global Events and Experiences Manager, Kim Trieu, is dropping by the pod to explain what it is and how it can transform your brand’s audience by harnessing the power of raw emotion. Kim chats to Daniel about the importance of the end experience for the consumer—and how brand activations can create inspiration, joy, and moments of real connection. She illuminates how to go beyond buzzy social media moments and create true, meaningful experiences...
Nov 14, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you struggling with tracking attribution in e-commerce? Andrew Maff, founder of Blue Tusker, joins Daniel to discuss the challenges of tracking the customer journey and the importance of conversion rate optimization (CRO) in e-commerce. He and Daniel delve into the benefits of selling on Amazon and the concept of omnichannel marketing. Andrew shares where marketers should focus their efforts and the best methods to maximize your e-commerce site’s potential. Plus, discover Andrew's tips for s...
Nov 09, 2023•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dare to take a dive into the headspace of some of marketing’s best minds? Daniel does—and he’s traveling back to relive some of his guests’ hottest takes to find out the #1 marketing hill they’d be willing to die on. This week, we’re unleashing some of the most psychologically unnerving takes we could find—and these guests aren’t afraid to hold back their thoughts on exactly what motivates people to buy. Melina Palmer from “The Brainy Business,” Mark Jung, the VP of Nextiva’s Marketing departmen...
Nov 08, 2023•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Audio is the most trusted medium out there— so why aren’t more marketers utilizing it to boost their brand strategy? Paul Suchman, CMO at Audacy, Inc., drops the studio to chat with Daniel about the power of audio media consumption and discloses how marketers can leverage it as a holistic part of their native advertising strategy. With multiple ways to measure traffic and attribution rates, audio advertising still remains one of the most scientifically trackable mediums out there. Paul explains ...
Nov 07, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you struggling with defining your ideal customer profile (ICP)? In this ep, Samantha Rideout, a product marketer, shares her insights on the importance of ICP and how it can help you optimize your marketing efforts. Samantha discusses the benefits of having a clear ICP, including how it helps allocate your marketing budget more efficiently, allowing marketers to curate more personalized sales journeys. She also reveals why consistent messaging and frequency, both internally and externally, a...
Nov 02, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Brace yourselves fellow marketers because in this special mashup, we're diving deep into the world of content marketing, and bringing you some of the hottest takes from industry experts that you won't want to miss. Writer’s block is the specter that’s been haunting writers since the dawn of time, plaguing their souls with terror—but does it exist or has it been a figment of their imagination this entire time? Ann Handley gives her hottest take on the matter. And later, Dakota Robertson, the foun...
Nov 01, 2023•7 min•Transcript available on Metacast Join Daniel in this live recording from Marketingland 2023 as he dives into the world of DTC brand Waterboy, a company focused on hydrating the world, one person at a time. Learn about their core principles, the importance of staying true to your brand, and the power of creativity in problem-solving. Founders Connor Saeli and Mike Xhaxho share their insights on using social media platforms like TikTok to create interesting and relatable content and discuss the role of influencers in their market...
Oct 31, 2023•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast We were working in our lab late one night, when our eyes beheld an eerie sight. For a marketing hill began to rise… and suddenly to our surprise. He did the Marketing Mash (the Marketing Hill Mash). Join Daniel as he relives some of the most iconic marketing hills of all time—what are the hills that marketing’s top names would absolutely die on? We guarantee this flashback to the past will be a graveyard smash! Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twi...
Oct 27, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast How can marketing teams improve their efficiency and organization? In this episode of the Marketing Millennials Podcast, Kayla Sadwick, Program Manager at SaaS unicorn company, GoGuardian, shares her insights on project management and its importance in marketing organizations. She discusses the best project management structures and formats that make teams more efficient, the role of a program manager in unlocking a team's full potential, and the significance of prioritization and focus in marke...
Oct 26, 2023•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Join Daniel as he sits down with Elfried Samba, CEO and founder of the Butterfly 3ffect and former Head of Social at Gymshark, to discuss the importance of building relationships with customers and the power of storytelling in marketing. In this special live episode straight from the Marketingland stomping grounds, Daniel and Elfried are unpacking the ins and outs of successful content creation, revealing how creative constraints can lead to some of the best ideas. They also dive into the value ...
Oct 24, 2023•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast Unless you've been living under a rock for the past year, you've likely heard an endless barrage of news about the rise of AI. Perhaps you’ve even started to experiment with it yourself for your own marketing purposes. But are you using AI the right way? Meghan Keaney Anderson, VP of Marketing at Jasper, the AI content platform that's revolutionizing creativity, chats with Daniel about how to make the most of AI to reach your marketing goals. Daniel and Meghan dive deep into the AI universe, rev...
Oct 19, 2023•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this ep, we’re slowing it down and taking a step back into the past to replay this live panel from SXSW featuring Daniel, along with powerhouse marketers Ari Murray (of Sharma Brands), Mark Jung (of Nextiva), and Anthony Kennada (Co-Founder and CEO of AudiencePlus). They’re breaking down exactly what makes a good media company great, why staying top of mind is essential for any brand’s success, and how to increase your ROI on celebrity brand endorsements. Plus, stay tuned for a special audien...
Oct 18, 2023•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Discover how AI and social media can help marketers stay relevant and drive engagement in this episode of the Marketing Millennials Podcast. Kate Kenner Archibald, Chief Marketing Officer at Dash Hudson, shares insights on using Vision AI to predict top-performing content, leveraging short-form videos, and inserting your brand into relevant conversations. Plus, find out how Dash Hudson can benefit marketers with a demo or a 14-day free trial. Tune in now to stay ahead of the marketing game! 00:0...
Oct 17, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you making strategic decisions based on information or inspiration? In this episode, Charlie Grinnell, a former NFL player turned marketer, shares his insights on the importance of understanding the game, the players, and the rules before developing a marketing strategy. Charlie discusses the value of knowing your audience and how it can make your internal processes much easier. He also emphasizes the need to take a holistic approach by considering both customers and competitors when making ...
Oct 12, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Join Daniel and his guests, Ari Murray (VP of Growth at Sharma Brands), and Tamara Grominsky (Founder of PMM Camp), as they dive into a wide range of marketing topics on this live 200th recording of the Marketing Millennials filmed at the Harvard Business School Marketing Club. From copywriting tricks to finding product-market fit, they share valuable insights and strategies for marketers at every stage. Discover the importance of adapting fast, talking to customers, and dominating one platform ...
Oct 11, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you interested in a career in Marketing Ops? In this episode, Daniel sits down with Darrell Alfonso, a seasoned marketing operations professional, to discuss the ins and outs of the field. Darrell shares his insights on the different aspects of marketing ops, the common mistakes marketers make, and the importance of aligning goals and incentives within the organization. This is a must-listen if you’ve ever thought about pursuing a career in marketing ops or are interested in learning the evo...
Oct 10, 2023•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sometimes, the best way to encourage users to buy is to associate yourself with another brand. While it seems counterintuitive, Sarah Levinger is here to unpack the reasons why anchoring is such a valuable tool to build trust in consumers. Discover the power of psychology, emotions, and social proof and how you can utilize it to turbo-charge your ad appeal. Sarah shares her insights on leveraging psychology biases and incorporating them into ad creative to make your campaigns more successful. Fr...
Oct 05, 2023•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast What’s the #1 way to market to millennials in the personal finance space? Daniel chats with Douglas Boneparth, a marketing expert who has been targeting millennials for over a decade, to discuss the challenges of balancing humor and trust in the finance industry, the evolving needs of millennial consumers, and the importance of relatability in marketing efforts. Douglas also shares insights into his current project, a newsletter called The Joint Account, which focuses on helping couples have bet...
Oct 04, 2023•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Want to learn how to create viral content and grow your audience on LinkedIn? Daniel’s sitting down with the King of Funny Crap, a.k.a. Jack Raines, better known for his satirical posts on LinkedIn, to discuss his strategies for creating attention-grabbing content. Jack shares his best tips for writing satirically, explains the importance of authenticity in marketing, and unpacks the best ways to structure your posts for maximizing engagement on LinkedIn. Tune in to learn from Jack's unique appr...
Oct 03, 2023•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Looking for innovative ways to stand out in your content marketing? In this ep, Daniel sits down with Will Allred, co-founder of Lavender, to discuss the power of community and unique content strategies for LinkedIn. With a powerhouse marketing strategy, Will opens his playbook to explain exactly how Lavender is dominating social media. Discover how Lavender is revolutionizing B2B content marketing and building a rabid base of loyal followers through consistency and founder involvement. Plus, le...
Sep 28, 2023•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast How does a food delivery app compete with behemoths like UberEats and Favor? Hint: It doesn’t try to. Matthew Kobach, the VP of marketing at Slice, chats with Daniel about how his app Slice is poised to work in conjunction with other food delivery apps by offering companies a lower service fee charge than the competition. Then, Matthew and Daniel dive into the different ways customers interact with apps and how location is a prime factor that motivates consumer behavior. Matthew also reveals som...
Sep 27, 2023•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Struggling to understand what content really resonates with your audience? In this episode, Daniel is joined by the team from Beehiiv to discuss the importance of experimentation and customer discovery to create engaging content for your audience. Join Daniel and company as they sit down to discuss the key elements of good content, various growth mechanisms for newsletters, and how Beehiiv is helping content creators and businesses monetize and scale their newsletters. Guests: Tyler Denk, EJ Whi...
Sep 26, 2023•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Looking for strategies to grow your social media following and build a thriving community for your brand? In this episode of The Marketing Millennials Podcast, Daniel sits down with Sophie, aka the Pretty Little Marketer, to discuss her strategies for simplifying social media while still growing your following and creating content that adds value to your audience. Daniel and Sophie also dig into the importance of building a lasting feeling with your audience, stealing inspiration, and why focusi...
Sep 21, 2023•43 min•Ep 194•Transcript available on Metacast Join Daniel in this insightful episode as he sits down with Kyle Lacy, the Chief Marketing Officer at Jellyfish. They dive deep into the intricacies of prepping for 2024 and the essential aspects of budgeting and planning for marketing success. Discover why working with three budgets (good, better, best) is a game-changer and how allocating your budget with a 70/30 split between pipeline and brand placement can yield remarkable results. Kyle also sheds light on the significance of swag in today'...
Sep 20, 2023•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you interested in scaling your brand on TikTok? In this episode, TikTok strategist Savannah Sanchez shares her expertise on how to create successful TikTok ads. From using the Cap Cut app for editing to proving ROI to clients, Savannah covers it all. Discover the best practices for creating engaging TikTok ads, targeting your audience effectively, and optimizing your campaigns for success. Whether you're a beginner or looking to scale your TikTok advertising, this episode has valuable insigh...
Sep 19, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast We’re taking a flashback to the past to rehash another episode from the archives. In this ep, Daniel’s joined by none other than Elfried Samba, the mastermind behind Gym Shark's meteoric rise from 1 million to a staggering 20 million followers. Elfried takes us on a captivating journey through his unconventional approach to marketing, where authenticity and brand diversity reign supreme. He and Daniel explore how the marketing landscape is evolving in an age of increasing homogeneity and why emb...
Sep 14, 2023•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast What’s creepier than Chat GPT? How about IRL AI-powered robots hanging out at the Chargers stadium? Daniel and Aidan break down the strange and new promotion for the movie, “The Creator,” and go over some of the latest news headlines. How brilliant was the New Balance and Coco Gauff marketing campaign? Why is Steve-O’s hair being put into voodoo dolls? And what kind of effect will LinkedIn removing inactive followers have on creators? Tune in for that and much, much, more! Follow Aidan: LinkedIn...
Sep 13, 2023•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this special bonus ep from the “Do This, NOT That” podcast, Daniel sits down in the hot seat with Jay Schwedelson to answer a few of Jay’s best questions. Daniel reveals his marketing origin story and explains how The Marketing Millennials grew to be the success it’s now known for. He talks with Jay about some of his most useful LinkedIn and social media tactics, including the best times for posting, the politics of liking your own posts, and how often is too often to repurpose the same conte...
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