Podcasts about Brand awareness

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts sitze ich mit Tobi, Geschäftsführer und Vertriebsverantwortlichen bei uns, im Auto auf dem Weg zu einem Shooting. Tobi hat in den letzten Jahren tausende Erstgespräche mit Shopbetreibern geführt, quer durch alle Branchen und Umsatzgrößen. Was er immer wieder sieht: nicht fehlendes Wissen ist das Problem, sondern fehlender Fokus. Wir sprechen darüber, warum so viele Shops stagnieren obwohl Content, Produkt und Community stimmen, warum endlose To-Do-Listen und neue Ideen der schnellste Weg zu gar nichts sind, und was passiert wenn man sechs Monate wartet bis der Shop "perfekt" ist, während der Mitbewerber einfach loslegt. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts sprechen wir über einen der häufigsten blinden Flecke von Gründern: Du bist oft so tief in deiner eigenen Brand drin, dass du den Wald vor lauter Bäumen nicht mehr siehst und dir alles komplett logisch erscheint. Dadurch wird die Kommunikation im Shop und in den Werbeanzeigen aber häufig viel zu komplex für Nutzer, die auf Social Media extrem beschäftigt sind und nur eine winzige Aufmerksamkeitsspanne haben. Ich stelle dir heute den „Tante-Erna-Test“ vor. Finde heraus, warum du komplexe Sachverhalte extrem simpel herunterbrechen musst und wie dir ein gezielter Blick von außen dabei hilft, deine Besucher in wenigen Sekunden richtig abzuholen. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

Have you ever wondered how brands can improve AI visibility without relying solely on traditional SEO or paid ads?In this episode of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast, we sit down with Mary Cooper, Co-Founder at Nicely Network, to explore how Reddit marketing is becoming part of modern brand awareness and affiliate strategy. Mary explains how Nicely Network helps brands build AI visibility by using Reddit alongside authoritative channels such as Yahoo and Business Insider, positioning them as trusted references in search, AI-driven discovery, and consumer decision-making.Mary also discusses the shift from traditional search behavior toward AI-assisted answers, and why Reddit has become a valuable platform for brands seeking long-term visibility and credibility. From software products to direct-to-consumer campaigns, Nicely Network has built a methodology that blends authenticity, niche targeting, affiliate strategy, and AI awareness to drive measurable results.Reddit Marketing and AI Visibility Talking PointsThe evolution of Nicely Network from a traditional affiliate agency to a Reddit and AI visibility specialist.Why Reddit is now a vital channel for brands, with its content being used to train AI and large language models.Case studies showcasing measurable results, including AI visibility gains and direct sales impact for clients like McAfee and Walmart.How Nicely Network balances brand guidelines with Reddit community authenticity to maximise performance.The long-term benefits of evergreen content that compounds over time and strengthens AI visibility.Why Reddit Marketing Matters for AI VisibilityMary explains that Reddit has grown into a powerful platform for brands seeking long-term AI visibility. Thanks to partnerships between Reddit and Google, Reddit content is now frequently cited in AI-driven search results. Nicely Network positions brands within niche communities and ensures posts are authentic, organic, and highly relevant to target audiences. By focusing on AI visibility rather than short-term metrics alone, brands gain a durable presence that continues to drive traffic and recognition over time.Reddit Campaign Case Studies and Affiliate StrategyNicely Network's approach is both strategic and tactical. For McAfee, they increased AI visibility share from 6% to 17% over four months. Walmart campaigns focused on bottom-of-funnel keywords, generating over $30 million in sales over multiple years. Campaigns are pre-planned with clear objectives, niche keywords, and pre-approved copy when necessary. Evergreen content ensures that initial campaigns continue to deliver value long after the launch, making Reddit a high-impact investment for long-term brand authority.What This Affiliate Marketing Podcast Episode Covers:How Reddit content is now being cited in AI models and why this matters for brands.The step-by-step approach Nicely Network takes to maintain authenticity while achieving visibility.Key considerations for selecting keywords, subreddits, and creating evergreen content.The measurable impact of Reddit and AI visibility campaigns on both awareness and sales.Lessons from working with global brands across software, e-commerce, and direct-to-consumer sectors.Key Segments of This Podcast and Where You Can Tune In to Go Direct:[03:10] The importance of AI visibility for modern consumer behaviour[13:48] Reddit and authoritative media placements for AI citation[21:58] Case study: McAfee and driving measurable AI visibility[31:15] Rapid-fire insights: authenticity, AI visibility, and Reddit strategyGet More Affiliate Marketing Podcast InsightsIf you're looking to increase your brand's presence in AI-driven search and improve long-term visibility, this episode is a must-listen. Mary Cooper provides actionable insights into authentic Reddit marketing, evergreen content creation, and strategic AI citation. For more details on how Nicely Network helps brands with AI visibility through Reddit, have a look at HERE. Interested in their services? Affiliate Marketing Podcast listeners can get a $1,000 saving for any brand that launches a campaign with them (onboarding fee waivered).Sign up for the Affiverse Newsletter at affiversemedia.comAlready subscribed? Share this episode with any affiliate manager who has ever wondered why their network feels like it was built for everyone except the partner.Subscribe to the Affiliate Marketing Podcast on Apple PodcastsSubscribe to gain insights into scaling campaigns with accountability, sensitivity, and trust, even in the era of AI and automation.Click here to rate and review, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review."Send me a text with your questions

Bestes Hello E-Mail Angebot über diesen Link: https://hello-email.com/?r=berend In dieser letzten Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts spreche ich mit Florian über die Kehrseite von KI und was das konkret für dich als Shopbetreiber bedeutet. Florian gibt einen nüchternen Überblick: Energieverbrauch und Wasserverbrauch der Rechenzentren, die wirtschaftliche KI-Blase, Arbeitsplätze die in den nächsten Jahren wegfallen, und warum bedingungsloses Grundeinkommen keine echte Antwort auf das Problem ist. Und trotzdem gibt es einen klaren Gewinner. Wer als kleines oder mittelgroßes Unternehmen jetzt auf KI setzt, kann in kurzer Zeit die gleiche Infrastruktur aufbauen, für die große Unternehmen jahrelang Mitarbeiter und Agenturen bezahlt haben. Wer das hingegen ignoriert, wird es schwer haben. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts geht es darum, warum die meisten Shopbetreiber KI zwar nutzen, aber den Großteil des Potenzials liegen lassen. Das Problem ist nicht fehlendes Wissen über Tools, sondern die falsche Herangehensweise. Wer von Tools aus denkt, landet im Tool-Hopping. Wer von Prozessen aus denkt, baut echte Effizienz auf. Du erfährst, wie du die Kernprozesse in deinem Shop identifizierst, warum Teil-Automatisierung oft der sinnvollere erste Schritt ist als der Versuch alles auf einmal vollständig zu automatisieren, und wie das am Beispiel einer vollautomatisierten Produkt-Pipeline konkret aussieht. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

Today, we're revisiting a conversation from this years ICR conference, where we sat down with Mark Goldston, a respected turnaround executive, and the Executive Chairman of The Beachbody Company. Summary: When a once-successful business falls on hard times, it can sometimes be hard for them to diagnose and fix the problem from within. Today's guest has built a career out of helping these businesses turn things around, and he's doing it again with one of America's premiere fitness brands.Mark Goldston is the Executive Chairman of The Beachbody Company, which trades under the symbol BODI. Mark is one of the world's most respected turnaround executives, and has spent his career reviving some of the best known brands in the world, including Revlon, Reebok, and LA Gear to name a few. He is also a prolific inventor with 135 US and foreign patents to his name. Today, Mark walks us through the history of The Beachbody Company, the issues he identified within the business, and how he and his team are working to right the ship.  Highlights:Mark's Career (1:40)Symptoms of a struggling business (6:34)The Beachbody Company turnaround (10:12)Navigating a difficult retail environment (17:16)Brand Awareness (21:58)How GLP-1's are impacting the business (26:46)What are investors missing about Beachbody? (29:50) Links:Mark Goldston LinkedInThe Beachbody Company LinkedInThe Beachbody Company WebsiteICR LinkedInICR TwitterICR Website Feedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, joe@lowerstreet.co.

Bestes Hello E-Mail Angebot über diesen Link: https://hello-email.com/?r=berend In der zweiten Folge unserer KI-Deep-Dive-Serie mit Florian geht es um das Thema, das gerade in aller Munde ist, aber was kaum jemand wirklich versteht: KI Agenten. Florian räumt auf mit dem, was die meisten Shopbetreiber fälschlicherweise als Agenten bezeichnen, erklärt den Unterschied zwischen Automatisierung und echtem agentem Verhalten, zeigt warum Tools wie OpenClaw gerade ein Blick in die Zukunft sind, aber noch kein brauchbares Produkt, und warum Shops zwischen 30k und 500k Monatsumsatz gerade im Vorteil sind gegenüber großen Unternehmen, die das Ganze nicht so schnell umsetzen können. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts spreche ich mit Jonas, unserem Senior Consultant, über eine Geschichte, die ich wirklich krass finde. Jonas baut während Corona aus einem Bastel-Experiment für die Großeltern einen Flaschengarten-Shop auf. Garage, Wohnzimmer, erste Mitarbeiter über eBay Kleinanzeigen, 20.000 Euro Umsatz im Monat. Dann brennt das Lager ab. Totalschaden. 500 offene Bestellungen. Am nächsten Morgen hat Jonas ein neues Lager gesucht. Und gefunden. Du erfährst, warum 20+ Jahre Unternehmertum und ein Lagerbrand Jonas zu einem besseren Berater machen als jede Theorie, was der Dunning-Kruger-Effekt mit Shopbetreibern zu tun hat, die glauben, sie haben ihr Business im Griff, und wann du dir wirklich Hilfe holen solltest. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

Bestes Hello E-Mail Angebot über diesen Link: https://hello-email.com/?r=berend ZYBR: Sag, dass du von Berend kommst = 60 € Startguthaben: https://zybr.ai/?via=berend In der zweiten Folge unserer KI-Deep-Dive-Serie mit Florian wird es extrem praxisnah. Wir klären auf, warum die KI ein „professioneller Lügner“ ist, der dir nach dem Mund redet. Erfahre, warum du Sprachmodellen niemals blind deine Datenanalyse anvertrauen solltest und wieso sie selbst bei simpelsten Kopfrechenaufgaben spektakulär scheitern. Viel wichtiger aber: Wir verraten dir die konkreten Use Cases, die heute schon bares Geld und hunderte Arbeitsstunden sparen. Du lernst, wie du teure Fotoshootings komplett ersetzt , Shopify-Codeänderungen in Minuten ohne teure Entwickler umsetzt und deinen Kundensupport beinahe vollständig automatisierst. Außerdem packen wir einen genialen Prompting-Trick aus, mit dem du die KI beim Brainstorming dazu zwingst, dir knallhartes, kritisches Feedback zu geben, statt dir nur schmeichelhaft zuzustimmen. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

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Tom Rathbone joins Tye DeGrange to break down the real challenges of measuring CTV — from probabilistic Nielsen-era methods to where the industry stands today. Tom shares how TVScientific approaches measurement, why holdout testing is still underutilized by most brands, and how to build a test media plan that actually generates signal. Plus: why single-touch attribution fails in a multi-channel world and what it takes to move from vanity metrics to a long-term growth strategy.

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts sprechen wir über das Ende teurer und zeitaufwendiger Produkt-Fotoshootings. Viele Gründer verbrennen unnötig Zeit und Geld für Fotografen oder scheitern bei ersten eigenen KI-Versuchen an unlogischen Proportionen, falschen Texturen und verzerrten Models. Ich zeige dir, warum das Thema KI-Bildgenerierung im E-Commerce heute tatsächlich gelöst ist. Du erfährst, an welchen entscheidenden Details in deinem Workflow es bisher scheitert und mit welchen smarten Tricks du der KI die nötigen Informationen fütterst, um makellose Produktbilder zu erschaffen. Außerdem gibt es einen kurzen Reality-Check, wo wir aktuell beim Thema KI-Videogenerierung stehen. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

Bestes Hello E-Mail Angebot über diesen Link: https://hello-email.com/?r=berend In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts starten wir eine vierteilige KI-Deep-Dive-Serie mit Tech-Experte Florian Kaiser. Aktuell herrscht auf dem Markt ein riesiger Hype, doch die meisten Gründer nutzen KI grundlegend falsch und verfallen dem reinen "Produktivitätstheater". Wir räumen mit den gefährlichsten Mythen auf und zeigen dir, wie die großen Sprachmodelle (LLMs) im Kern wirklich funktionieren. Du erfährst unter anderem: • Warum du mit kostenlosen Accounts oft nur veraltete Versionen nutzt und damit massiv Potenzial verschenkst. • Wieso KI in Wahrheit kein echtes Weltverständnis besitzt und wie ein "Idioten-Wunderkind" zwar hochkomplexe Theorie erklären kann, aber an simpelster Alltagslogik scheitert. • Warum gehypte Tools wie "Open Cloud" ein massives Sicherheitsrisiko für deine sensiblen Firmendaten und dein Postfach darstellen. • Mit welchen cleveren Prompting-Tricks (wie gezieltem "Gaslighting") du gefährliche Halluzinationen und die gefürchtete "KI-Psychose" systematisch aushebelst. Hör auf, blind wertlose Inhalte ("AI Slop") zu produzieren, und lerne die Basics, um KI endlich strategisch, sicher und zielführend in deinen Arbeitsalltag zu integrieren. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

Search ads and display ads both build brand awareness—but in completely different ways. Discover which one works best at each stage of the buying process, and why combining them can boost conversions by over 20%. Advantis Digital Media City: Douglasville Address: 3400 Chapel Hill Rd Website: https://advantisppc.com Email: hclark@advantisdigitalmarketing.com

This episode provides practical advice on advanced SEO, AI engine optimization (AEO), answer engine optimization, technical website optimization, schema, and retention strategies for anyone looking to improve digital marketing visibility in the age of AI. Learn how to harness evolving platforms, implement the latest best practices, and create resilient, audience-focused web ecosystems.In this insightful episode, Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS dives deep into the evolution of SEO—comparing the foundations of "old" Search Engine Optimization with the demands and opportunities of "new" Search Everywhere Optimization.Listeners will uncover essential strategies for optimizing content across today's rapidly shifting digital environments, including website best practices, AI integrations, and the importance of technical SEO fundamentals.Favour explains how staying updated and proactive is vital, as algorithm changes and the rise of AI platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini, and others are reshaping the discovery and ranking of digital content. Favour also takes questions from the community, responding with real-world examples and tactical advice.Whether you're a business owner, marketer, content creator, or SEO professional, this episode offers actionable guidance for adapting to future-focused SEO. Listeners will learn why website speed, schema markup, secure protocols, and precise keyword versus prompt usage matter more than ever.Favour also discusses why attention and retention are the new KPIs, plus the growing importance of authority, expertise, and trust—in both human and AI-powered search.Who Is This For?Digital marketersBusiness owners and entrepreneursSEO professionalsContent creators and website managersAnyone seeking to future-proof their digital presenceReady to Rank? Book Your SEO & Web Dev Services Today

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts sprechen wir über ein Thema, das vielen Gründern Bauchschmerzen bereitet: Wie provokant darf oder muss Marketing heute eigentlich sein? Viele Shopbetreiber haben moralische Bedenken, in ihren Werbeanzeigen ganz gezielt mit Ängsten oder Schmerzpunkten zu arbeiten. Ich zeige dir, warum du genau diese Hemmschwelle ablegen musst, um in den überfüllten Feeds überhaupt noch stattzufinden, und wie du extrem aufmerksamkeitsstarke Hooks formulierst, die ethisch absolut vertretbar bleiben. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts habe ich Andreas und Sebastian von der Premium-Bolognese-Brand 3foodies zu Gast. Jahrelang war ihr Shop ein reines Liebhaberprojekt: Nach der Gründung saßen sie plötzlich auf 18.000 Dosen fest und verkauften diese mühsam über Feinkostläden. Viele Gründer stecken genau in diesem Hamsterrad fest und schaffen es einfach nicht, den Umsatz auf ein Level zu heben, von dem man wirklich leben kann. Wie die beiden den Sprung vom Hobby-Projekt zum Millionen-Business geschafft haben? Im Interview verraten sie, welcher knallharte Reality-Check in Excel den Wendepunkt brachte und warum sie ausgerechnet im Hochsommer bei 37 Grad den Mut hatten, ihr Werbebudget massiv zu skalieren. Erfahre, mit welchem strategischen Shift sie ihre stagnierenden Meta Ads stabilisiert haben, um heute extrem profitabel 2.500 € am Tag in Kampagnen zu investieren. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

[Zybr]:(https://zybr.ai/?via=berend) [Replient]:(https://replient.ai/?via=berend-heins) Mit dem Code Heins20 sicherst du dir 20 % Rabatt auf die ersten drei Monate mit Replient! [Higgsfield]:(https://higgsfield.ai/) In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts sprechen wir über das Thema KI, das aktuell für extrem viel FOMO und Überforderung bei vielen Gründern sorgt. Anstatt dich tagelang in komplizierte Software einzuarbeiten, zeige ich dir drei extrem simple KI-Tools, die du an nur einem Nachmittag einrichten kannst und die dir im Alltag massiv Zeit sparen. Ich verrate dir, mit welchen Anwendungen du deinen Kundensupport beinahe zur Hälfte automatisierst, deine Social-Media-Kommentare mühelos managst und die aktuellsten Bildgenerierungs-Modelle clever unter einer einzigen Oberfläche bündelst. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts knöpfen wir uns eine der gefährlichsten Ausreden im E-Commerce vor: „Mein Shop ist ein Sonderfall, bei uns läuft alles anders“. Nach über 500 betreuten Onlineshops – von der 2.000-Euro-Sauna bis zum 40-Euro-Spiel – kann ich dir garantieren: Am Ende kämpfen fast alle Marken mit exakt denselben fundamentalen Problemen. Ich verrate dir, warum dieser Glaubenssatz in Wahrheit nur eine clevere Schutzbehauptung ist, um sich vor den wirklich wichtigen, aber oft unbequemen Aufgaben zu drücken. Finde heraus, welchen Dingen du dich dringend stellen musst, um deine Wachstumsblockaden endlich zu lösen. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts klären wir, wie echtes Fashion- und Schmuck-Marketing funktioniert. Kunden kaufen hier nicht über komplexe Problemlösungen, sondern hoch emotional nach Optik. Doch wie testest du bei einem riesigen, ständig wechselnden Sortiment kosteneffizient, welche Teile echte Bestseller und welche teure Ladenhüter sind? Ich verrate dir das absolute Must-have Werbeformat, das dir genau diese Arbeit mit minimalem Aufwand abnimmt. Du erfährst, wie du dein Angebot völlig dynamisch ausspielst und warum dieses Setup im Hintergrund wie eine gigantische Retargeting-Maschine funktioniert, die kaufbereite Nutzer direkt bei deiner Konkurrenz abgreift. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts sprechen wir Klartext über die aktuelle Lage im deutschen E-Commerce. Fakt ist: Seit 2020 gibt es doppelt so viele Onlineshops , während der Gesamtumsatz der Branche gleichzeitig um 19 % eingebrochen ist. Du kämpfst also mit doppelt so viel Konkurrenz um deutlich weniger Budget. Wer jetzt noch auf simple Ads und organisches Posten hofft, wird vom Markt verschluckt. Ich zeige dir, warum genau diese Konsolidierung deine größte Chance ist und an welchen konkreten Hebeln du ab sofort drehen musst, um dir auch in schwierigen Zeiten signifikante Marktanteile zu sichern. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

Welcome to the eCommerce Lab Podcast! In this episode, we welcome Justin Willhite—founder of CommQuest—as our guest. He shares real-world strategies on how to leverage influencer marketing to take your brand to the next level.We discuss:✔️ How to choose the right influencers for your niche✔️ Strategies to maximize reach and engagement✔️ Common mistakes you should avoid✔️ How to turn collaborations into real brand growthIf you are an entrepreneur, a creator, or a brand owner looking to grow faster, this content is for you.

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts erkläre ich dir, warum es extrem gefährlich ist, den Erfolg deines gesamten Werbeaccounts von ein oder zwei "Winner Ads" abhängig zu machen. Vor allem seit dem Meta Andromeda Update reicht es nicht mehr, kleinteilig an Headlines herumzubasteln. Ich zeige dir, wie du stattdessen ein stabiles Creative-Setup aufbaust, das wie eine Fußballmannschaft funktioniert, bei dem verschiedene Ad-Formate systematisch ineinandergreifen, um Nutzer über Wochen hinweg vom Kauf zu überzeugen – selbst wenn der RoAS im Werbeanzeigenmanager auf den ersten Blick schlecht aussieht. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

Send us Fan MailIf your marketing feels stuck in an endless loop of “more spend, same results,” this conversation is for you. I sit down with Dillan Hart from BHC Group to get brutally practical about what's working right now for shed dealers and portable building manufacturers when every market has more competitors, more ads, and more noise.We dig into the foundation most businesses skip while chasing leads: a complete Google Business Profile, consistent activity, and a real plan for Google reviews so local SEO can do its job. From there, we talk about why a trustworthy website is not optional if you want your Google Ads and Facebook ads to convert, and how weak landing pages quietly drain your budget.Then we get into the fun part: modern “old school” branding. Dillan explains why Facebook is basically the new TV, why lead forms are often an early ask, and how awareness campaigns with rotating creatives can reduce ad fatigue and even bring your cost per lead down over time. We also talk about content quality, speaking in plain language that normal homeowners understand, and why authenticity is becoming a competitive advantage as AI-generated content floods social feeds.If you want a clearer shed marketing strategy that builds trust before it asks for the sale, listen through and take notes. Subscribe, share this with a dealer friend, and leave a review so more people in the shed industry can find the show.For more information or to know more about the Shed Geek Podcast visit us at our website.Would you like to receive our weekly newsletter?  Sign up on our website: shedgeek.comFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube at the handle @shedgeekpodcast.To be a guest on the Shed Geek Podcast visit our website and fill out the "Contact Us" form.To suggest show topics or ask questions you want answered email us at info@shedgeek.com.This episodes Sponsors:Studio Sponsor: Shed ProMaking Sales  SimpleCALStryker Hunting BlindsJ Money LLC

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This week's episode is a little different. I'm sharing a recent interview I did that I think you'll genuinely enjoy.   It's from my interview on Podcast Advertising Playbook, where I was interviewed by host Heather Osgood.   In the episode, we discuss how brands and personalities can use interviews to increase visibility and connect with targeted audiences, what makes for successful guest pitching, including timing and seasonality, and how brands can use guesting to build authority and increase brand awareness   Stick around for all of that and more. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the show? We'd love a review! Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.   ✅ Want to grow your visibility through podcast guesting? Check out how PodWritten can help: https://podwritten.com/services/ https://podwritten.com/  

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts starten wir mit einer provokanten Frage: Wenn du wirklich weißt, wie gute Ads funktionieren, warum steckst du dann noch immer bei kleinen Monatsumsätzen fest? Viele Gründer feilen endlos an ihren Creatives herum, ohne zu verstehen, dass das eigentliche Problem oft gar nicht im Werbeanzeigenmanager liegt. Ich zeige dir, welche oft ignorierten Business-Metriken im Hintergrund deine Skalierung blockieren und warum dir der isolierte Blick auf deinen ROAS das Genick bricht. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

Jan-Lütjes LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janluetjethoden/ Start To Finish Website: https://starttofinish.de/ In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts spreche ich mit Start-up Headhunter Jan-Lütje über die fatalsten Fehler, die Gründer beim Teamaufbau machen. Viele Shopbetreiber zögern den ersten Vollzeit-Hire viel zu lange hinaus und ertrinken stattdessen in kleinteiligen, administrativen Aufgaben. Wenn sie dann doch einstellen, suchen sie oft blind nach der eierlegenden Wollmilchsau für ein völlig diffuses Stellenprofil. Wir klären, welche konkreten Positionen du als Erstes abgeben musst, um wieder an strategischen Wachstumshebeln zu arbeiten, und woran du im Bewerbungsprozess absolute "A-Player" von teuren Fehlbesetzungen unterscheidest. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts verrate ich dir, woran es liegen könnte, dass dein ROAS beim Skalieren immer wieder einbricht und du auf einem Umsatz-Plateau feststeckst. Viele Brands setzen nur auf laute Creatives mit krassen Hooks, die zwar Reichweite bringen, aber nur die Sofortkäufer abholen. Ich zeige dir, welches Creative du brauchst, um die große Masse an Nutzern, die dich bereits kennen, systematisch vom Kauf zu überzeugen. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts spreche ich über die neue Digitalsteuer, die Meta ab dem 1. Juli auf uns Advertiser abwälzt. Ich zeige dir genau, in welchen europäischen Ländern künftig bis zu 5 % Aufschlag fällig werden und worauf du bei den Kosten zwingend achten musst, damit du beim internationalen Skalieren nicht blind deine Marge verbrennst. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

Für wöchentlichen Input rund ums Thema E-Commerce und Marketing abonniere unseren [Onlineshop Geflüster Weekly Newsletter](https://www.berend-heins.de/onlineshop-gefluster-weekly?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=ad&utm_campaign=newsletter) In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts erkläre ich, warum die Aussage „Ich bin kein Zahlenmensch“ in meinen Augen nur eine gefährliche Schutzbehauptung ist. Wer aus Angst oder Unwissenheit den Blick in die Zahlen scheut, steuert sein Business komplett blind. Du verbrennst dabei entweder sinnlos Geld oder lässt massives Umsatzpotenzial liegen, weil du dich nicht traust, profitables Marketing aggressiv zu skalieren. Ich zeige dir, warum du diesen Glaubenssatz zwingend ablegen musst, um endlich die volle Kontrolle über dein Wachstum zu übernehmen. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

Hol dir unser [Meta-Exit Protokoll](https://www.berend-heins.de/google-scaling-system?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes) und bring deine Google Ads aufs nächste Level. In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts erkläre ich dir, warum es als Gründer absolut fahrlässig ist, Marketing ohne eigenes Know-How abzugeben. Denn wenn du die Mechanismen von Meta, Google oder Conversion-Optimierung nicht selbst verstehst, bist du ein leichtes Opfer für überteuerte Agenturen oder inkompetente Mitarbeiter. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin __________

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS hosts a two-part live session from the Marketing Club on Clubhouse, joined by Brian (digital marketing), Liverpool (social media), Angelique (commercial lending startup), and others. The conversation covers how to build product and service pages that rank on search engines, the three stages of buyer awareness (problem aware, solution aware, product aware), why 82% of websites worldwide are outdated, the four types of media (owned, paid, shared, earned), how Google Reviews impact rankings, and tools like Nudgify, Switchy.io, and SEMrush for building brand awareness online.Key TakeawaysBuild from the ground up, not the roof down. Your website needs keyword-rich URL slugs, proper H1-H6 heading structure, and semantic keywords before any social media push.Three stages of buyer awareness drive every sale. Problem aware (they search Google), solution aware (they land on your page), product aware (they recognize your brand as the answer).82% of 1.9 billion websites have not been updated in 6 months. Update your website daily to signal the algorithm that your business is active.Use the CNN model. Never give the full story on social media. Drive people to your website for the complete content, just like major news outlets do.Google Reviews are a major ranking factor. Keep them fresh, avoid all five-star reviews (looks moderated), and embed them on your site using tools like Nudgeify.Master the four types of media. Owned (your content), Paid (ads), Shared (social platforms), and Earned (press/features). Start with owned media and build toward earned.Memorable Quotes"You don't build a house from the roof down. You build from the ground up." — Favour [07:30]"82% of 1.9 billion websites have not been updated in the last six months." — Favour [101:03]"If CNN gave you the full story on Instagram, would you go to their website? No." — Favour [118:24]"SEO is not a one-size-fits-all. It's not a cookie cutter machine." — Favour [71:17]"The better the connection, the better the frequency. The better the frequency, the better the energy." — Favour [119:14]FAQsShould I focus on products or services for my website?Both need dedicated keyword-rich pages. Each product or service should have its own page with text, video, images, pricing, and FAQ so search engines can index them individually.How often should I update my website?Daily if possible. Even once a week puts you ahead of the 82% of websites that go six months without an update. Every update signals the algorithm that your business is active.What tools were recommended?Nudgify (social proof popups), Switchy.io (UTM codes, link shortening, pixel tracking — $39 on AppSumo), SEMrush (keyword research), and Google Business Profile for reviews.How do I build brand awareness from scratch?Start with owned media on your website. Answer the questions your audience is searching for. Then distribute to social media, collect emails, and build toward earned media like press features.Book SEO Services? Save These Quick Links for Later>> ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book SEO Services with Favour Obasi-ike⁠>> Visit Work and PLAY Entertainment website to learn about our digital marketing services>> ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our exclusive SEO Marketing community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠>> Read SEO Articles>> ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the We Don't PLAY Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠>> Purchase Flaev Beatz Beats Online>> Favour Obasi-ike Quick Links>> Start Recording your Podcast with Riverside Today | Sign Up with My Affiliate Link HereSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Boulos Beat, guest host Tony McDonald sits down with Luke Holden, founder and CEO of Luke's Lobster. Luke shares his journey from growing up in Maine's lobstering industry to working in New York investment banking, and how a search for an authentic lobster roll led to the founding of Luke's Lobster in 2009 with his father and business partner Ben Conniff.Now operating 28 locations across the United States, with international locations in Singapore and Japan, Luke's Lobster has become a globally recognized brand rooted in sustainability and quality. Luke discusses the importance of vertical integration, community relationships, and the strategic growth of the company's consumer packaged goods business. The conversation also explores how Luke's restaurant footprint and real estate strategy play a critical role in brand awareness and long-term growth.Perfect for listeners interested in entrepreneurship, food and beverage, brand expansion, sustainability, and real estate strategy.

When a once-successful business falls on hard times, it can sometimes be hard for them to diagnose and fix the problem from within. Today's guest has built a career out of helping these businesses turn things around, and he's doing it again with one of America's premiere fitness brands.Mark Goldston is the Executive Chairman of The Beachbody Company, which trades under the symbol BODI. Mark is one of the world's most respected turnaround executives, and has spent his career reviving some of the best known brands in the world, including Revlon, Reebok, and LA Gear to name a few. He is also a prolific inventor with 135 US and foreign patents to his name. Today, Mark walks us through the history of The Beachbody Company, the issues he identified within the business, and how he and his team are working to right the ship.  Highlights:Mark's Career (1:40)Symptoms of a struggling business (6:34)The Beachbody Company turnaround (10:12)Navigating a difficult retail environment (17:16)Brand Awareness (21:58)How GLP-1's are impacting the business (26:46)What are investors missing about Beachbody? (29:50) Links:Mark Goldston LinkedInThe Beachbody Company LinkedInThe Beachbody Company WebsiteICR LinkedInICR TwitterICR Website Feedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, joe@lowerstreet.co.

Lauren is joined by Ian Schatzberg, founder of the creative agency General Idea, to discuss the ins and outs of fashion branding. They discuss how both big and small brands think about their identity, the role of data in branding, celebrity endorsements, the tension between accessibility and exclusivity, pricing strategies, why establishing an authentic brand matters now more than ever, and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MANSCAPED, the men's grooming brand that pioneered below-the-belt care, sold out its first product in two weeks and scaled to $300 million in just three years. Founder Paul Tran shares how rapid iteration, customer feedback, and a razor-sharp focus turned a taboo idea into a global brand.For more on MANSCAPED and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Your small business deserves more than random posts and wishful thinking.Social media pros use strategy, consistency, and creativity to make sure your brand shows up and stays top of mind.Here's how they do it.Want to watch or read? https://elevatedmarketing.solutions/how-would-a-social-media-marketing-company-boost-brand-awareness-for-small-businesses/Tired of vague marketing advice? So are we. This podcast brings you real, in-the-trenches conversations about what actually works no scripts, no fluff, just honest strategy and real-time insights.

Most technical founders I know understand marketing matters—they just hate doing it. They'd rather spend their time building features than fumbling through outreach and content strategies. I get it. I've been there for years. So today I'm sharing what's actually worked for me: letting machines do the heavy lifting. From programmatic SEO that turned Podscan's internal data into a signup engine, to AI-assisted customer scoring that tells me who's worth a personal conversation, to treating documentation as a discovery channel—these are systems that market your product while you focus on building it. And here's the counterintuitive part: most of the people who find you through these systems won't be your ideal customers. That's fine. They become your word-of-mouth channel instead.This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.comThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/marketing-for-founders-who-hate-marketing/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/428-marketing-for-founders-who-hate-marketingCheck out Podscan, the Podcast database that transcribes every podcast episode out there minutes after it gets released: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

Building brand awareness doesn't have to cost big bucks. It can be as simple as leveraging your relationships in the community. The founders of Cold Blooded and Bizarre share how they built a beloved local brand by showing up everywhere their community already gathers, and turning simple touchpoints into constant reminders. Plus a two headed snake! This episode is brought to you by CLA. With you on every step of your financial journey. To learn more, visit CLAConnect.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood sits down with Sam Brake Guia, Co-Founder of Podwritten and host of Mics to Millions. Sam works at the center of podcast guesting, booking, and creator strategy, bringing a unique view into how brands and personalities can use interviews to increase visibility and connect with targeted audiences. Together, Heather and Sam explore: Why certain industries, especially health and wellness, lean toward podcasts What makes for successful guest pitching, including timing and seasonality How brands can use guesting to build authority and increase brand awareness See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood sits down with Sam Brake Guia, Co-Founder of Podwritten and host of Mics to Millions. Sam works at the center of podcast guesting, booking, and creator strategy, bringing a unique view into how brands and personalities can use interviews to increase visibility and connect with targeted audiences. Together, Heather and Sam explore: Why certain industries, especially health and wellness, lean toward podcasts What makes for successful guest pitching, including timing and seasonality How brands can use guesting to build authority and increase brand awareness

In a collapsed-funnel world, “action-oriented” isn't a button—it's a byproduct of trust. Today, Gini Dietrich digs into how reputation becomes rank (and revenue), the metrics that prove it, and a simple PESO Model© sequence to lower your cost to convert. Share this episode with a friend, exec, or client who's stuck debating brand vs. performance.

In this episode of the Elite Business Advice Podcast, Chris Moore sits down with Jon Beach, founder of Skilled Trades Media, to unpack one of the most overlooked marketing tools for painting contractors — brand awareness.If you've ever wondered how to get your painting business noticed, remembered, and trusted in your local market, this episode is for you. Jon and Chris dive into what brand awareness really means, when to start investing in it, and how to balance it with your lead generation marketing efforts.You'll learn:

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Send us a textToday's episode promises a fresh dose of inspiration for marketers, brand leaders, and anyone who's tired of cookie-cutter content. Joining me is Aidan Brannigan, the creative force behind No Boring Brands - a company that turns conventional branding on its head and proves that marketing doesn't have to be dull.Aidan has built his career, and his business, on one bold truth - the right meme, at the right time, can ignite conversations and catapult brands into the cultural spotlight. During our fun conversation, we dig into how memes have become modern marketing superpowers, why humour really does drive engagement, and practical ways brands of all sizes can stand out in a crowded feed.If you want your brand to be unforgettable, and not just another scroll-past, this is the episode for you. Get ready for actionable insights, Aidan's best advice for brands looking to level up their meme game, and plenty of laughs along the way.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

If you've ever wondered whether investing in brand awareness is actually worth it, this episode is for you. We dig into why brand awareness gets dismissed as too "soft" to measure, how to actually track it in meaningful ways, and why prioritizing it can transform your marketing results. The reality is simple: customers acquired through product marketing leave the moment a better deal comes along. Customers who connect with your brand stick around, advocate for you, and drive long-term growth that compounds over time. We share practical strategies for building awareness that matters and explain why this underrated metric deserves more of your attention and budget.

Meenakshi Lala is the CEO of UrbanStems, an online floral gifting company that designs, sources, and delivers high-quality, curated bouquets and gifts across the U.S. She brings over two decades of operational experience from leading brands in fashion and retail such as Alice + Olivia, Juicy Couture, and Elie Tahari. Her expertise in scaling complex businesses and building operational excellence now fuels UrbanStems' growth as a leader in the industry.In this episode of DTC Pod, Blaine and Meenakshi explore the complex world of DTC flower delivery: from sourcing stems globally, managing cold chain logistics, forecasting inventory, and reducing spoilage, to ensuring the end customer receives a high-quality bouquet every time. Meenakshi candidly discusses the challenges of seasonality, tariffs, international shipping, and why a robust brand and customer-centric approach are keys to thriving in today's fast-moving e-commerce landscape.Episode brought to you by StordInteract with other DTC experts and access our monthly fireside chats with industry leaders on DTC Pod Slack.On this episode of DTC Pod, we cover:1. The complexities of the floral industry and perishability2. The evolution of e-commerce in the flower business3. Building a robust and agile international supply chain4. Cold chain logistics and fulfillment center operations5. Planning, forecasting, and reducing spoilage in inventory6. Unique challenges: tariffs, customs, and unpredictable events7. Customer experience: packaging, instructions, and communications8. Curation, personalization, and expanding gifting moments9. Driving growth through brand, loyalty, and education10. Lessons learned in leadership and staying agileTimestamps00:00 Meenakshi's career journey and joining UrbanStems04:49 Key learnings from legacy brands and focus on brand ethos07:21 Operational challenges unique to the floral industry11:00 The evolution of flowers in e-commerce and UrbanStems' role14:28 How Urban Stems' supply chain is structured for freshness16:37 International sourcing, design, and bouquet assembly process18:27 Managing supply chain risks: tariffs and customs21:45 Inventory planning, spoilage, and matching supply to demand24:45 Supply chain as a business moat and high-precision operation25:36 Customer fulfillment: hydration, packaging, and experience28:34 Packaging complexities and spec sheets per SKU30:08 Lessons from moving from COO to CEO32:19 How operational expertise shapes strategic leadership34:17 Customer feedback and new initiatives at UrbanStems38:02 Growth channels: brand loyalty, curation, and gifting moments41:58 Biggest CEO learnings and future outlook43:51 Where to find Meenakshi and UrbanStems onlineShow notes powered by CastmagicPast guests & brands on DTC Pod include Gilt, PopSugar, Glossier, MadeIN, Prose, Bala, P.volve, Ritual, Bite, Oura, Levels, General Mills, Mid Day Squares, Prose, Arrae, Olipop, Ghia, Rosaluna, Form, Uncle Studios & many more.  Additional episodes you might like:• #175 Ariel Vaisbort - How OLIPOP Runs Influencer, Community, & Affiliate Growth• #184 Jake Karls, Midday Squares - Turning Your Brand Into The Influencer With Content• #205 Kasey Stewart: Suckerz- - Powering Your Launch With 300 Million Organic Views• #219 JT Barnett: The TikTok Masterclass For Brands• #223 Lauren Kleinman: The PR & Affiliate Marketing Playbook• ​​​​#243 Kian Golzari - Source & Develop Products Like The World's Best Brands-----Have any questions about the show or topics you'd like us to explore further?Shoot us a DM; we'd love to hear from you.Want the weekly TL;DR of tips delivered to your mailbox?Check out our newsletter here.Projects the DTC Pod team is working on:DTCetc - all our favorite brands on the internetOlivea - the extra virgin olive oil & hydroxytyrosol supplementCastmagic - AI Workspace for ContentFollow us for content, clips, giveaways, & updates!DTCPod InstagramDTCPod TwitterDTCPod TikTokMeenakshi Lala - CEO at UrbanStemsBlaine Bolus - Co-Founder of CastmagicRamon Berrios - Co-Founder of Castmagic

Do your marketing strategies keep you stuck in the past or position you for long-term growth? In today's episode with Mike Marut, discover how Revenova transformed its marketing approach, moving from outdated outreach and dormant social media into a people-first strategy powered by leadership visibility and authentic content!  You'll hear how their native AI gives them a true edge in the crowded TMS space, why conferences matter for brand awareness, and how empowering employees to create content fuels confidence and sales!