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Margo is joined by Abby for another edition of Creative Current Events—the series where they unpack the stories, launches, trends, and internet conversations shaping the creative world right now. This episode covers everything from the rise (and critique) of the "beige epidemic" in interiors to unexpected retail collaborations, bold beauty marketing, shifting brand landscapes, and artists doing interesting work outside the algorithm. Along the way, they discuss what these moments reveal about creativity, originality, accessibility, and where culture seems to be headed next. Mentioned in this episode: The Beige Epidemic – House Beautifulhttps://www.housebeautiful.com/design-inspiration/a71336893/the-next-issue-beige-epidemic/ Colorful interiors and inspiration – The House That Lars Builthttps://thehousethatlarsbuilt.com/ Jonathan Adler collection at Michaels https://www.michaels.com/shop/jonathan-adler Review video of the Jonathan Adler collection https://www.instagram.com/reels/DXkZqF7kvtv/ GIMP's redesign: Photoshop familiarity without the subscription https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/open-source-gimp-reskin-gives-it-a-familiar-photoshop-look-without-the-hefty-fee/ Explore GIMP https://www.gimp.org/ Create! Magazine – Call for Art Submissions https://www.createmagazine.co/call-for-art Garden & Gun Magazine https://gardenandgun.com/ Cover artist feature – Brian Steely https://www.instagram.com/p/DYe7ldUx2YO/ The Bitter Southernerhttps://bittersoutherner.com/ The Ordinary's skewered beauty marketing approach https://www.creativereview.co.uk/the-ordinary-markup-marche-pop-up-supermarket-uncommon/ "The Most Valuable Place a Brand Can Be Right Now Isn't Online" https://www.instagram.com/p/DWZzckqEYuM/ Shein acquires Everlane discussion https://www.instagram.com/p/DYfcq7Ik49Y/ The "tone deaf" commencement speech conversation https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYNfbyEP82q/ Wylie Welling × Carhart https://wyliewelling.com/blogs/journal Artist & listener spotlight: Renee Reid https://www.instagram.com/reneereidcreations Connect with Abby: https://www.abbyjcampbell.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ajcampkc/ https://www.pinterest.com/ajcampbell/   Connect with Margo: www.windowsillchats.com www.instagram.com/windowsillchats www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill

Your audience changes with the seasons, and your marketing should too. In this episode, Emma breaks down the biggest Q2 marketing shifts that brands need to pay attention to as audiences move from winter routines into spring and summer lifestyles. From spending habits centered around experiences to shorter attention spans and increased visibility online, Q2 creates a completely different environment for content consumption and purchasing decisions. This episode explores how brands can create messaging that feels more emotionally relevant during this season by positioning products and services as part of the lifestyle people already want to live. Emma also dives into the importance of confidence-driven marketing, stronger hooks, shorter-form content, and showing proof that your offer actually works in real life. You'll hear why mid-year reflection creates a unique opportunity for brands to help audiences recalibrate their goals, plus how even businesses with outdated or inconsistent marketing can dramatically turn things around with the right strategy.  Listen in as Emma explains: Why Q2 marketing should align with seasonal lifestyle and spending shifts How confidence, visibility, and identity influence audience buying behavior Why shorter videos and stronger hooks matter more during spring and summer And so much more!   Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: ninetyfivemedia.co Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/ninety.five.media  Grow your brand's social media presence with us:  Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! ninetyfivemedia.co/stop-scrolling-start-scaling-inquiry  FREE AUDIT What if I told you your content isn't converting, your audience isn't engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you're failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven't seen results yet doesn't mean it has to stay that way. We're here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check: https://courses.ninetyfivemedia.co/social-media-health-check

This week on CMO Confidential, we're revisiting our conversation with Tom Goodwin from August of 2025 - this is one of our favorites with topics just as relevant to marketers today. Tom discusses his belief that today's CMO's are overly focused on efficiency versus marketing principles and that the contemporary playbook has been created by tech companies focused on performance metrics. Key topics include: -An unhealthy focus on the speed of measurement and short-term results-Marketers having a "feeling of vulnerability" if they haven't heard of new tech-The fact that many of the hyped direct-to-consumer brands like Casper and Ridge Wallets aren't actually doing that well Tune in to hear the underestimated impact of "beauty" and a story about being locked out of a self-driving car. This episode is sponsored by Typeface - the agentic AI marketing platform that turns one idea into thousands of on-brand assets. Learn more: typeface.ai/cmoSubscribe for weekly episodes featuring world-class marketing leaders, board members, and C-Suite executives. ⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro: Meet Tom Goodwin02:28 – Would 1950s Marketers Beat Today's CMOs?05:41 – Is Marketing Actually More Complex Today?09:15 – Fundamentals vs Growth Hacking & Performance Tactics11:05 – DTC vs Traditional Brands: What Actually Works15:13 – Short-Term Metrics, AI Hype & Tech Overload28:36 – Dark Social, Hidden Influence & What Data Misses34:21 – Predictions, AI Reality & The Power of Simplicity #MarketingStrategy, #CMOConfidential, #TomGoodwin, #BrandMarketing, #DigitalMarketing, #PerformanceMarketing, #MarketingFundamentals, #GrowthMarketing, #Advertising, #MarketingTrends, #AIinMarketing, #FutureOfMarketing, #CreativeStrategy, #CannesLions, #AdTech, #BrandBuilding, #ConsumerBehavior, #DirectToConsumer, #MarketingLeadership, #MarketingInsightsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With so many trends, tools, and marketing gurus telling you what you should and shouldn't be doing, it can be hard to know what actually applies to your business. In this episode, I'm cutting through the noise and walking through six of the most common things circulating in the marketing world right now — and giving you my honest take on what's worth your time and what you can let go of. This one is specifically for service-based businesses and brick and mortar brands who want a clearer picture of where to focus their energy.What You'll Learn:Which popular marketing trends are actually worth your attention — and which ones you can stop stressing aboutWhy the type of offer you sell should determine the type of content you createWhat "niching down" actually means for your marketing (and what it doesn't mean)How to think about trust-building in your content without overhauling everything you're doingThe truth about email lists — and the one thing most businesses are missing that keeps them from convertingWork With KLC The Studio: Everything mentioned in this episode is something we support our clients with directly. Click here to head to klcthestudio.com to explore how we can work together.

Jim Edwards and Stew Smith discuss recent marketing strategies that can be applied to your own business if you keep an eye open. Plus, Jim shows us how to make webinars to build a list.  Check out the Facebook Group – Sales Copy and Content Marketing Hacks at  https://www.facebook.com/groups/copywritingandcontenthacks and for more information on the wizards used to make outstanding sales copy check out  https://www.CopyandContent.ai

Is It Time to Panic? A Brief History of Aviation Marketing Trends Aviation has been through shocks before. Before 9/11, business aviation was often marketed around access: freedom, convenience, productivity, family travel, and the ability to reach more places on your own schedule. After 9/11, the theme shifted toward security. Buyers cared more about [...]

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The Lunchtime Series, hosted by Kevin Britz and Craig Page-Lee continues to evolve as a sharp, real-time lens on the intersection of marketing, business pressure, and commercial growth. In this 245th episode, the conversation moves beyond theory into the tension most founders and operators feel daily: balancing overwhelming operational workload with the urgent need to build sustainable revenue streams. Against a backdrop of eighteen-hour workdays and high-pressure campaign delivery, the discussion grounds itself in a critical question — what actually drives growth when time, energy, and focus are stretched to their limits?A key thread running through the episode is the cost of operational overload. Campaign demands have consumed capacity to the point where new business development, innovation, and strategic thinking have been sidelined. Both Kevin and Craig acknowledge a shared frustration: the work they enjoy — building, creating, and shaping meaningful projects like the upcoming TV concept — is being crowded out by execution-heavy demands. This creates not just fatigue, but strategic risk. Without carving out space to focus on new revenue and scalable ideas, the business becomes trapped in a cycle of delivery without growth.From this very real operational pressure, the conversation pivots into a much broader commercial theme: **inclusive marketing as a growth engine**, not a moral checkbox. Drawing on insights from Kantar's Marketing Trends 2026 report, the discussion reframes inclusive marketing as **“expansive marketing”** — a deliberate strategy to reach underserved, high-growth audiences. This is a critical distinction. Inclusion is not positioned as compliance or virtue signaling, but as a direct pathway to revenue, brand strength, and long-term relevance.The data is unambiguous. Global consumer demand for brands that actively promote diversity continues to rise, with 65% of consumers valuing inclusive companies. More importantly, the economic power of underrepresented groups is vast — from trillions in spending across LGBTQ+, disabled, and multicultural communities. The implication is clear: brands that fail to engage these audiences meaningfully are not just missing a cultural moment; they are leaving significant revenue on the table.The episode reinforces this with powerful case studies. Mattel's transformation of Barbie demonstrates how embedding inclusion into product and brand strategy can unlock sustained growth, long before cultural moments like the 2023 film amplify it. Dove's Real Beauty campaign stands as one of the most commercially successful long-term examples, doubling revenue while reshaping brand perception globally. Meanwhile, Microsoft's Xbox Adaptive Controller shows how inclusive design at a product level can drive both innovation and purchase intent across all audiences — not just those directly represented.However, the conversation does not ignore the current backlash against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Several major corporations have scaled back initiatives under political and legal pressure, but the commercial consequences have been severe. The example of Target is particularly stark: retreating from inclusion efforts resulted in immediate consumer backlash, reduced foot traffic, and billions lost in market value. The lesson is blunt — abandoning values does not win back critics, but it does erode trust among loyal customers.This leads to one of the most important strategic insights from the episode: brands cannot afford to be inconsistent in their values. In a polarized environment, attempting to please everyone often results in losing everyone. The brands that succeed are those that remain clear, consistent, and committed — even when external pressure mounts.

Geschätzte Lesedauer: 12 Minuten Du willst komplexe B2B Deals gewinnen und fragst dich, warum so viele Angebote im Nirvana verschwinden? Was glaubst du, ist eigentlich der häufigste Grund, warum du Aufträge verlierst? Der Wettbewerb? Der Preis? Dein Produkt? Falsch. Denn der häufigste Grund ist, dass dein Kunde sich gar nicht entscheidet. Er sagt also nicht „Nein, wir nehmen den anderen". Stattdessen sagt er: „Wir warten erst mal ab." Genau hier liegt das Problem, das deine Pipeline aufbläht und außerdem deine Marge frisst. 40 bis 60 Prozent aller qualifizierten B2B-Pipelines enden in „No Decision". Das ist also zwei- bis dreimal so viel, wie du an den Wettbewerb verlierst. Folglich zeige ich dir in dieser Folge, warum das so ist und wie du als Verkäufer im Mittelstand vom ahnungslosen Hoffnungsverkäufer zum gefragten Entscheidungsarchitekten wirst. Wir reden über Buying Center, über die drei Phasen jeder Kaufentscheidung und außerdem über die eine Frage, die du stellen musst, bevor du jemals wieder ein Angebot rausschickst. Warum 60 % deiner Pipeline im komplexen B2B Vertrieb in „No Decision" enden Lass uns ehrlich sein. Du steckst Tage, manchmal sogar Wochen in ein Angebot. Dein Team ist beschäftigt. Die Kalkulation steht. Außerdem hat dein Vertrieb das Ding gefühlt schon im Sack. Und dann? Funkstille. Kein Auftrag, keine Absage, einfach nichts. Das ist kein Einzelfall, sondern die Regel. Studien zeigen seit Jahren das gleiche Bild: Der größte Wettbewerber im B2B ist nicht der Anbieter um die Ecke. Vielmehr ist es die Nicht-Entscheidung. Der Kunde verschiebt, vertagt oder vergisst. Manchmal hat er auch intern einfach keinen Konsens erreicht, was er überhaupt will. Gartner hat 2025 untersucht, wie B2B-Buying-Committees ticken. Das Ergebnis: 74 Prozent dieser Buying-Teams zeigen einen ungesunden Konflikt während des Entscheidungsprozesses. Das ist also keine produktive Meinungsverschiedenheit, sondern lähmender Stillstand. Forrester legt sogar noch nach: 86 Prozent aller B2B-Käufe kommen in den frühen Phasen ins Stocken, bevor überhaupt ein Lieferant ausgewählt wird. Wenn du also brav wartest, bis der Kunde mit einer Anfrage auf dich zukommt, bist du nicht im Spiel. Im Gegenteil: Du bist Teil des Problems. Tote Pferde reiten – das große Pipeline-Märchen Viele Verkäufer im Mittelstand reiten tote Pferde. Sie haben Pipelines, die voll aussehen, aber zu 80 Prozent aus Angeboten bestehen, die niemals einen Auftrag werden. Das frisst Zeit, Geld und außerdem deine Brainpower. Folglich lenkt es dich von den wenigen, wirklich relevanten Deals ab. Eine Not-to-do-Liste ist hier oft wirksamer als jede Akquise-Kampagne. Welche Angebote schreibst du nicht? Wo investierst du keine Stunde mehr? Im transaktionalen Geschäft („Schick mir mal eine Kiste Schrauben") magst du mit Masse arbeiten. Aber im komplexen B2B Vertrieb, in dem dein Kunde mit der Entscheidung ein echtes Risiko eingeht, gilt das Gegenteil. Die drei Phasen jeder B2B-Kaufentscheidung Damit du komplexe B2B Deals gewinnen kannst, musst du zuerst verstehen, wie eine Kaufentscheidung beim Kunden überhaupt entsteht. Es sind drei Phasen, und in keiner davon stehst du als Verkäufer automatisch im Mittelpunkt. Phase 1: Das Problem erkennen und priorisieren Bevor irgendetwas passiert, muss intern jemand sagen: „So kann es nicht weitergehen." Ein Beispiel: Der Vertriebsleiter merkt, dass die Daten über seinen Vertriebsprozess nicht reichen. Folglich kann er sein Team nicht steuern. Erst wenn dieses Problem benannt und priorisiert ist, entsteht überhaupt Handlungsdruck. Ohne diesen Druck passiert gar nichts. Null. Nada. Phase 2: Den Lösungsweg wählen Jetzt wird es spannend. Der Kunde überlegt nämlich, wie er das Problem lösen kann. Stellt er jemanden ein? Nimmt er ein neues CRM-System? Oder beauftragt er eine Beratung? Hier sitzt plötzlich nicht mehr nur der Vertriebsleiter am Tisch. Stattdessen kommen IT, Controlling, Marketing und Geschäftsführung dazu. Genau hier entsteht das Buying Center B2B – das Einkaufsgremium, das gemeinsam entscheidet. Und genau hier scheitern die meisten Projekte. Nicht etwa, weil die Leute böse sind, sondern weil sie sich intern nicht einig werden, was die beste Lösung ist. Phase 3: Den Lieferanten auswählen Das ist die einfachste Phase – aber nur für den Kunden. Er hat sich entschieden, was er will. Jetzt googelt er, vergleicht und holt drei Angebote ein. Genau hier kommen die meisten Verkäufer ins Spiel. Allerdings zu spät. Wenn du erst in Phase 3 auftauchst, sind die Kriterien schon definiert. Folglich bist du austauschbar. Es geht nur noch um Preis und Spezifikation. Damit bist du einer von vielen, der eine Ausschreibung beantwortet. Willkommen also in der Margenhölle. Buying Center B2B: Mit wem du wirklich sprechen musst Verkaufst du komplexe Lösungen, verkaufst du nie an „den Entscheider". Vielmehr verkaufst du an ein Gremium. Forrester hat in einer Studie aus 2025 nachgewiesen: An einer typischen B2B-Kaufentscheidung sind 13 interne Stakeholder und 9 externe Beteiligte involviert. Das ist also kein Meeting mehr, sondern eine Konferenz. Jeder dieser Stakeholder hat andere Prioritäten: Der Einkauf denkt an Kosten und Compliance. Der Fachbereich will Funktionalität und außerdem einen einfachen Alltag. Die IT denkt an Integration, Sicherheit und ihren ohnehin schon vollen Schreibtisch. Die Geschäftsführung will den strategischen Wert sehen. Legal will Verträge prüfen, die nicht zur Falle werden. Diese Leute reden oft gar nicht miteinander. Außerdem haben sie unterschiedliche Risikoprofile, Budgetverantwortungen und manchmal sogar unterschiedliche Zeitzonen. Das Ergebnis ist meistens nicht „Wir machen es nicht", sondern „Wir warten ab". Und genau das ist No Decision. Die gute Nachricht im Chaos des Buying Center B2B Wenn ein Buying Center es schafft, einen Konsens zu erreichen, ist die Wahrscheinlichkeit, dass der Deal auch wirklich durchgezogen wird, 2,5 Mal so hoch. Das heißt: Wenn du es schaffst, dem Gremium beim Konsens zu helfen, hast du einen riesigen Hebel. Genau das ist heute deine Aufgabe als Verkäufer im Mittelstand. Nicht charmant lächeln. Sondern moderieren, strukturieren und vor allem führen. Komplexe B2B Deals gewinnen: Vom Hoffnungsverkäufer zum Entscheidungsarchitekten Hier kommt der entscheidende Mindset-Shift, den du im Kopf machen musst. Ein Angebot ist nämlich kein Akquise-Tool. Vielmehr ist ein Angebot die Bestätigung eines gemeinsam erarbeiteten Lösungswegs. Es gehört auf Stufe 3. Wenn Stufe 1 und 2 nicht abgeschlossen sind, macht ein Angebot überhaupt keinen Sinn. Der Hoffnungsverkäufer schreibt 50 Angebote pro Quartal und betet, dass eines davon zurückkommt. Der Entscheidungsarchitekt dagegen schreibt 10 Angebote, von denen 7 gewonnen werden – weil er vorher gemeinsam mit dem Kunden den Boden bereitet hat. Welcher von beiden willst du sein? Früh rein, statt spät reagieren: Der Challenger-Ansatz für komplexen B2B Vertrieb Die wirklich starken Verkäufer im Mittelstand sind nicht die, die schnell Angebote rausballern. Im Gegenteil: Es sind die, die früh beim Kunden auf der Matte stehen. Idealerweise, bevor der Kunde das Problem überhaupt erkannt hat. Stell dir vor, du gehst zu einem potenziellen Kunden und sagst: „Bei euch läuft im Vertrieb scheinbar alles super. Aber wusstet ihr, dass euer Wettbewerb längst Datenmodelle nutzt, mit denen er eure besten Kunden gezielt abfischen kann? Wenn ihr da nicht in den nächsten zwölf Monaten nachzieht, habt ihr ein massives Problem." Das ist die Idee hinter dem Challenger Sale. Du provozierst, du bringst neue Perspektiven und außerdem schaffst du den Handlungsdruck, der intern noch fehlt. Und – by the way – du bist der Anbieter, der das Problem lösen kann. So bist du nicht mehr Teilnehmer einer Ausschreibung, sondern Architekt der Entscheidung. Bevor du das nächste Angebot schreibst: Diese Fragen MUSST du stellen Wenn ein Kunde sagt „Schicken Sie uns mal ein Angebot", ist das der Moment, in dem 80 Prozent der Verkäufer den größten Fehler ihrer Woche machen. Sie sagen nämlich begeistert „Ja, mache ich!" und verschwinden zwei Wochen in der Angebotsstube. Mach das bitte nicht. Stell stattdessen Fragen. Diese hier: Gibt es ein definiertes Budget oder zumindest einen Investitionsrahmen? Gibt es einen konkreten Zeitdruck oder ein Critical Event (z. B. auslaufende Lizenzen, neue Mitarbeiter, regulatorische Frist)? Wer ist am Entscheidungsprozess beteiligt? Wie läuft so eine Entscheidung typischerweise bei euch ab? Wer wird das am Ende unterschreiben – und was ist für diese Person besonders wichtig? Was passiert, wenn ihr nichts tut? Welche Konsequenz hat die Nicht-Entscheidung? Wenn dein Ansprechpartner diese Fragen nicht beantworten kann oder will, ist das ein Signal. Entweder bist du beim falschen Menschen. Oder du bist zum falschen Zeitpunkt da. Beides ist also wichtig zu wissen, bevor du Tage in ein Angebot investierst, das nie kommen wird. Übrigens: Manchmal steckt hinter „Schick uns ein Angebot" schlicht die Botschaft: „Geh mir nicht auf den Sack und verpiss dich." Auch das musst du herausfinden. Mit Fragen. Die Stakeholder-Map: Dein wichtigstes Werkzeug im B2B Entscheidungsgremium Um das B2B Entscheidungsgremium wirklich zu verstehen, brauchst du eine Stakeholder-Map. Das ist eine Karte, auf der du gemeinsam mit deinem Ansprechpartner aufzeichnest, wer in welcher Rolle an der Entscheidung beteiligt ist. Wer ist Promoter, wer ist Blocker, wer ist Mobilizer und wer ist Gatekeeper? Amerikanische Studien zeigen: Unternehmen, die systematisch eine Stakeholder-Influencer-Map aufstellen, haben fast 40 Prozent höhere Gewinnchancen in ihrer Pipeline. Logisch. Wenn nämlich irgendwo im Unternehmen jemand sitzt, der dich blockiert, wird dein Angebot nicht gewinnen, egal wie schön es ist. Die richtigen Fragen für deine Stakeholder-Map Stell deinem Ansprechpartner diese Fragen, um die Map gemeinsam zu bauen: Mit diesen Fragen baust du eine belastbare Stakeholder-Map und kannst komplexe B2B Deals gewinnen. Wer muss bei einer Investition in dieser Größenordnung mit am Tisch sitzen? Damit findest du Einkauf, IT, Legal, Fachbereich und außerdem die Geschäftsführung. Gab es in der Vergangenheit ähnliche Projekte, die intern gescheitert sind? Woran lag das? Damit erkennst du Haken und Ösen, bevor du reintappst. Wer könnte interne Bedenken haben – und welche? Damit identifizierst du Blocker, bevor sie aktiv werden. Wer hat zuletzt eine ähnliche Entscheidung erfolgreich intern durchgebracht? Wie hat er das gemacht? Damit findest du den Mobilizer – die Person, die intern verkaufen kann. Was passiert, wenn ihr nichts tut? Damit machst du den Schmerz der Nicht-Entscheidung greifbar. Wenn du diese Map gemeinsam mit deinem Ansprechpartner erstellst, passiert etwas Magisches. Erstens: Du siehst sofort, wie tief er selbst im Thema drin ist. Zweitens: Er commitet sich automatisch stärker, weil er aktiv mitgearbeitet hat. Und drittens: Du kannst plötzlich viel besser einschätzen, ob und wann das Angebot kommt – und außerdem, woran es vielleicht hängt. Mobilizer finden – die Geheimwaffe, um komplexe B2B Deals zu gewinnen Im Buch The Challenger Customer beschreiben Brent Adamson und Matthew Dixon eine Rolle, die im Buying Center alles entscheidet: den Mobilizer. Das ist nämlich die Person, die intern andere überzeugen kann. Die Veränderung treiben will. Die nicht nur nett zuhört, sondern das Projekt aktiv durchdrückt. Talker und Blocker gibt es genug. Mobilizer dagegen sind selten. Aber wenn du einen findest und ihn richtig ausstattest – mit Argumenten, mit Daten und außerdem mit einer klaren Story – wird er für dich intern arbeiten. Das ist also der einzige Hebel, der „Unhealthy Conflict" in einem Buying Committee aufbrechen kann. Quick Takeaways: Was du sofort umsetzen kannst 40 bis 60 Prozent aller B2B-Angebote enden in No Decision – das ist also dein größter Wettbewerber, nicht der Mitbewerber. Eine Kaufentscheidung läuft in drei Phasen ab: Problem erkennen, Lösungsweg wählen und außerdem Lieferant auswählen. Sei früh dabei, nicht erst in Phase 3. 13 interne und 9 externe Stakeholder sind im Schnitt an einer komplexen B2B-Entscheidung beteiligt – verkaufe also nie an „den einen Entscheider". 74 % der Buying-Teams erleben ungesunden Konflikt – folglich ist es deine Aufgabe, Konsens zu moderieren. Ein Angebot ist kein Akquise-Tool, sondern die Bestätigung eines gemeinsam erarbeiteten Lösungswegs. Stelle die fünf Killer-Fragen (Budget, Critical Event, Buying Center, Unterzeichner, Konsequenz der Nicht-Entscheidung), bevor du auch nur eine Excel-Zeile für ein Angebot tippst. Bau eine Stakeholder-Map mit deinem Ansprechpartner – das erhöht deine Win-Rate um bis zu 40 %. Pragmatismus zum Schluss Musst du das bei jedem Angebot durchziehen? Nein. Wenn du einen Bestandskunden hast, der seit Jahren zuverlässig kauft und dir Aufträge zuschiebt – dann mach es einfach. Aber selbst dann lohnt es sich, regelmäßig zu hinterfragen: Habe ich wirklich alles erfasst? Verkaufe ich nur an meinen einen Ansprechpartner – oder gibt es da intern noch jemanden, an den ich verkaufen könnte? Sehr viele Verkäufer lassen genau hier viel Geld liegen. Die Regel: Bei jedem komplexen Deal, bei dem es um Risiko, Investition und Veränderung geht, stell die Fragen. Bau die Map. Werde zum Architekten. Sonst bleibst du Hoffnungsverkäufer. Fazit: Komplexe B2B Deals gewinnen ist eine Frage der Methode Wenn du im Mittelstand komplexe B2B Deals gewinnen willst, hilft dir kein neues CRM-System und auch keine geschliffene Verkaufsphrase. Was dir wirklich hilft, ist ein anderes Selbstverständnis. Du bist nicht mehr der Anbieter, der ein Angebot abgibt. Vielmehr bist du der Architekt, der einem Buying Center hilft, eine Entscheidung zu treffen, die alle tragen. Das ist Arbeit. Außerdem ist es mehr Zeit pro Deal. Aber es ist die einzige Methode, mit der du raus aus dem No-Decision-Sumpf kommst und endlich wieder planbar gewinnst. Folglich steigt deine Win-Rate, deine Marge auch – und nebenbei hörst du auf, tote Pferde zu reiten. Frag dich heute Abend: An welchen drei Deals in meiner Pipeline arbeite ich gerade, ohne wirklich zu wissen, wie der Kunde entscheidet? Dann ruf morgen früh dort an. Stell die Fragen. Bau die Map. Und falls du dabei Unterstützung brauchst – mein Team und ich helfen Vertriebsleitern und Unternehmern im Mittelstand genau dabei. Buch dir hier dein kostenloses Strategiegespräch und wir schauen uns deine Pipeline gemeinsam an: Termin mit Chris vereinbaren. FAQ – Komplexe B2B Deals gewinnen Was bedeutet „No Decision" im komplexen B2B Vertrieb? „No Decision" heißt, dass ein Kunde sich am Ende eines Verkaufsprozesses gar nicht entscheidet – weder für dich noch gegen dich. Statt eines Auftrags oder einer Absage passiert: nichts. Studien zeigen, dass 40 bis 60 % aller qualifizierten B2B-Pipelines so enden. Folglich ist das im komplexen B2B Vertrieb der größte Verlustgrund – größer als jeder Wettbewerber. Was ist ein Buying Center B2B? Ein Buying Center B2B (auch Einkaufsgremium oder B2B Entscheidungsgremium) ist die Gruppe von Personen, die im Unternehmen eines Kunden gemeinsam über einen Kauf entscheidet. Im Schnitt sind das 13 interne und außerdem 9 externe Stakeholder. Dazu gehören Fachbereich, Einkauf, IT, Legal und Geschäftsführung – jede Rolle mit eigenen Prioritäten. Wie viele Personen sind an einer B2B-Kaufentscheidung beteiligt? Forrester hat 2025 ermittelt, dass an einer typischen komplexen B2B-Kaufentscheidung im Schnitt 13 interne und 9 externe Stakeholder beteiligt sind. Frühere Studien sprachen dagegen von 5,4 Personen – die Zahl ist in den letzten Jahren also massiv gestiegen, weil Risiken, Compliance und Digitalisierung mehr Abteilungen einbinden. Welche Fragen muss ich stellen, um komplexe B2B Deals gewinnen zu können? Mindestens fünf: Gibt es ein konkretes Budget? Gibt es einen Critical Event mit Zeitdruck? Wer ist im Buying Center? Wer unterschreibt am Ende und was ist diesem Menschen wichtig? Und außerdem: Was passiert, wenn der Kunde nichts tut? Wer diese Fragen nicht beantwortet bekommt, schreibt das Angebot oft umsonst. Was ist ein Mobilizer im komplexen B2B Vertrieb? Ein Mobilizer ist eine Person im Buying Center, die intern Veränderung treiben kann und auch will. Er überzeugt Kollegen, räumt Widerstände aus und treibt das Projekt zum Abschluss. Im Buch „The Challenger Customer" wird er als entscheidender Hebel beschrieben, um komplexe B2B Deals gewinnen zu können – weil ohne ihn der interne Konsens kaum entsteht. Was nimmst du mit? Welche Frage aus dieser Folge wirst du beim nächsten komplexen Angebot zuerst stellen? Schreib es gerne in die Kommentare auf YouTube oder schick mir eine Nachricht auf LinkedIn. Und wenn dir die Folge geholfen hat: Teile sie mit einem Vertriebskollegen, der gerade mal wieder ein Angebot in den Wind schreibt. Das ist nämlich die beste Hilfe, die du ihm heute geben kannst.

Social media marketing success starts with understanding your audience, yet most creator-entrepreneurs skip this step entirely. Without that foundation, even consistent creators end up guessing what works, leading to low engagement and missed business opportunities. In this episode of the YAPCreator Series Replay, Hala Taha shares proven insights from experts like Neil Patel, Julie Solomon, and Ken Okazaki to help you understand your audience, create content that converts, and build a loyal, engaged community. In this episode, Hala will discuss:  (00:00) Introduction (02:04) Neil Patel on Finding the Right Audience (06:22) Turning Your Audience Into a Business (08:28) Creating Content That Actually Converts (12:55) Understanding What Your Audience Really Wants (17:29) Mastering Your Craft and Building Trust (21:48) Using Data to Guide Your Content Strategy (23:32) The Toilet Strategy for Video Marketing (26:13) Adapting Content Based on Audience Feedback Hala Taha is the host of Young and Profiting, a top 10 business and entrepreneurship podcast on Apple and Spotify. She's the founder and CEO of YAP Media, an award-winning social media and podcast production agency, as well as the YAP Media Network, where she helps renowned podcasters like Russell Brunson, Jenna Kutcher, and Neil Patel grow and monetize their shows. Through her work, Hala has become one of the most influential creator entrepreneurs in podcasting. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/profiting Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting. Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting Experian - Manage and cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. See experian.com for details. Intuit - Start paying bills the smart way, not the hard way. Learn more at QuickBooks.com/billpay Huel - Grab nutritionally complete meals you can drink. Get 15% off with code PROFITING at huel.com/PROFITING AT&T Business - Power your small business with reliable connectivity from AT&T. Switch today at business.att.com.  Fabric - Protect your family with term life insurance from Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just minutes at meetfabric.com/profiting  ZocDoc - Stop putting off those doctors' appointments. Find and instantly book a doctor you love today at Zocdoc.com/PROFITING  Blinkist - Turn the world's best nonfiction books into quick 15-minute reads or listens. Grab your free trial plus an exclusive 30% discount at blinkist.com/profiting  Resources Mentioned: YAP E226 with Neil Patel: https://youngandprofiting.co/4gqjng0  YAP E325 with Nick Loper: https://youngandprofiting.co/40MTrVM  YAP E233 with Oz Pearlman: https://youngandprofiting.co/42DkUMt  YAP E292 with Julie Solomon: https://youngandprofiting.co/4jJTpXp  YAP E230 with Ken Okazaki: https://youngandprofiting.co/3Ervwnx  YAPCreator Replay E1: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E1 YAPCreator Replay E2: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E2 YAPCreator Replay E3: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E3 YAPCreator Replay E4: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E4  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, SEO, E-commerce, LinkedIn, Instagram, Content Creator, Storytelling, Advertising, Communication, Social Proof, Marketing Trends, Influencers, Influencer Marketing, Marketing Tips, Digital Trends, Online Marketing, Marketing Podcast 

Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Richard Marshall, Founder of Nox Cape Town and member of the Southern Africa Short Term Rental Association about a growing global shift in tourism strategy, as major destinations begin actively “de-marketing” themselves to manage the pressures of overtourism. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social media is a powerful marketing tool, but most entrepreneurs still struggle to leverage it and build a brand that stands out. In this episode of the YAPCreator Series Replay, Hala Taha shares how to use content creation as a strategic tool to grow your personal brand. Featuring insights from top creator-entrepreneurs like GaryVee, Jenna Kutcher, and Kat Norton, you'll learn social media marketing tips to grow your business and unlock your potential as a content creator. In this episode, Hala will discuss:  (00:00) Introduction (01:14) Growing a Business with YouTube Content (07:54) Jenna Kutcher on Authentic Personal Branding (11:57) Creative Idea Generation and Content Scaling (19:00) Energy and Magnetism in Content Creation (24:13) Mastery and the 10,000-Hour Rule (29:40) Kelly Roach's Conviction Marketing Pyramid (40:13) What's the Best Time to Be a Content Creator? Hala Taha is the host of Young and Profiting, a top 10 business and entrepreneurship podcast on Apple and Spotify. She's the founder and CEO of YAP Media, an award-winning social media and podcast production agency, as well as the YAP Media Network, where she helps renowned podcasters like Russell Brunson, Jenna Kutcher, and Neil Patel grow and monetize their shows. Through her work, Hala has become one of the most influential creator entrepreneurs in podcasting. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/profiting Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting. Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting Experian - Manage and cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. See experian.com for details. Intuit - Start paying bills the smart way, not the hard way. Learn more at QuickBooks.com/billpay Huel - Grab nutritionally complete meals you can drink. Get 15% off with code PROFITING at huel.com/PROFITING AT&T Business - Power your small business with reliable connectivity from AT&T. Switch today at business.att.com.  Fabric - Protect your family with term life insurance from Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just minutes at meetfabric.com/profiting  ZocDoc - Stop putting off those doctors' appointments. Find and instantly book a doctor you love today at Zocdoc.com/PROFITING  Blinkist - Turn the world's best nonfiction books into quick 15-minute reads or listens. Grab your free trial plus an exclusive 30% discount at blinkist.com/profiting Resources Mentioned: YAP E278 with Sean Cannell: youngandprofiting.co/40GYZCy YAP E316 with Kat Norton: youngandprofiting.co/40I34q4 YAP E291 with Gary Vee: youngandprofiting.co/41DRxcd YAP E295 with Jenna Kutcher: youngandprofiting.co/40FzNw6 YAP E275 with James Altucher: youngandprofiting.co/4h2d2bG YAP E155 with Kelly Roach: youngandprofiting.co/4h1LfrD  YAPCreator Replay E1: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E1 YAPCreator Replay E2: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E2 YAPCreator Replay E3: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E3 Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, SEO, E-commerce, LinkedIn, Instagram, Digital Marketing, Content Creator, Storytelling, Advertising, Communication, Video Marketing, Social Proof, Marketing Trends, Influencers, Influencer Marketing, Digital Trends, Online Marketing, Marketing Podcast

Search alone is no longer enough to keep driving patient acquisition in healthcare today. In this special episode celebrating the 200th episode of Ignite, Lauren Leone, Cardinal's Chief Growth Officer, and Rich Briddock, Chief Strategy Officer, break down the biggest shifts changing how healthcare organizations drive growth today. From tougher attribution and rising media costs to full-funnel strategy and smarter creative, this conversation shows why healthcare marketers need a more modern approach to stay competitive and prove impact. You will learn: • Why search-only strategies are hitting a ceiling • How better measurement leads to better growth decisions • What a stronger full-funnel media mix looks like today • Why creative strategy matters more as platforms automate If you're trying to drive patient growth in a more competitive, more complex digital landscape, this is the episode to listen up next. RELATED RESOURCES Connect with Lauren- https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenthomasdigital/ Connect with Rich - https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-briddock-01426682/ 2026 Healthcare Marketing Trends: The New Rules Redefining Growth  - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/healthcare-marketing-trends-2026/ The Search Plateau Problem: Why Healthcare Providers Need Incrementality Testing - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/healthcare-incrementality-testing/ When & How to Expand Your Healthcare Media Mix - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/expanding-channel-media-mix-strategy/ Performance Creative: The Key to Paid Media Success  - https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/healthcare-resources/blog/performance-creative-the-key-to-paid-media-success/

For content creators and entrepreneurs alike, staying consistent while avoiding burnout is one of the biggest challenges to long-term growth. Most creators wait for motivation to strike before taking action, and that waiting is exactly what holds them back. In this episode of the YAPCreator Series Replay, Hala and top guests like Jenna Kutcher, James Clear, and Benjamin Hardy reveal how to build unbreakable content creation habits, beat burnout, and grow your audience sustainably. In this episode, Hala will discuss:  (00:00) Introduction (01:03) The Power of Starting Before You're Ready (03:43) How Effort Builds Real Motivation (13:32) Winning the Long Game Through Habits (18:58) True Resilience vs. Toxic Resilience (22:10) Batching Social Media Content Efficiently (25:26) Saying “No” to Protect Your Peace and Energy (32:22) Gap Thinking vs. Gain Thinking (42:51) Connecting with Your Future Self (48:40) How to Actively Cultivate Luck Hala Taha is the host of Young and Profiting, a top 10 business and entrepreneurship podcast on Apple and Spotify. She's the founder and CEO of YAP Media, an award-winning social media and podcast production agency, as well as the YAP Media Network, where she helps renowned podcasters like Russell Brunson, Jenna Kutcher, and Neil Patel grow and monetize their shows. Through her work, Hala has become one of the most influential creator entrepreneurs in podcasting. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/profiting Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting. Spectrum Business - Keep your business connected seamlessly with fast, reliable Internet, Phone, TV, and Mobile services. Visit https://spectrum.com/Business to learn more. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/profiting and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting Experian - Manage and cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. See experian.com for details. Bitdefender - Start protecting your business today with Bitdefender Ultimate Small Business Security. Get 30% off your plan at bitdefender.com/profiting  Intuit - Start paying bills the smart way, not the hard way. Learn more at QuickBooks.com/billpay   Resources Mentioned: YAP E242 with Jenna Kutcher: youngandprofiting.co/40oy6TK   YAP E148 with Jeff Haden: youngandprofiting.co/4fMo2sm    YAP E265 with James Clear: youngandprofiting.co/4j4khkC  YAP E301 with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar: youngandprofiting.co/3PopqGy  YAP E130 with Jasmine Star: youngandprofiting.co/4h50Qq5  YAP E206 with Benjamin Hardy: youngandprofiting.co/4j5nbpm  YAP E311 with Case Kenny: youngandprofiting.co/4a6KXNz  YAPCreator Replay E1: youngandprofiting.co/4sMFe7E  YAPCreator Replay E2: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E2  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, SEO, E-commerce, LinkedIn, Instagram, Digital Marketing, Storytelling, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Communication, Video Marketing, Social Proof, Marketing Trends, Influencers, Influencer Marketing, Marketing Tips, Digital Trends, Content Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Podcast

In this episode of The Almond Journey Podcast, ABC's Laura Morin unpacks the significant headwinds facing the U.S. almond market, from declining snack category sales to broader economic pressures reshaping consumer behavior. Morin explains how inflation, shifting priorities and category-wide declines – not just almonds – are challenging domestic demand, and why the path forward will require new strategies to keep almonds relevant and essential. Morin previously joined us on the show last year back in episode 74. “ Snacks have been growing for such a long time, and then within the last couple years, the entire snack category has been seeing declines. It's a very different phenomenon for what's been happening in the US and I think it is impacting us.” - Laura MorinIn today's episode:Hear from ABC's Laura Morin on current marketing efforts and strategyExplore U.S. market headwinds and how almond marketing must adapt Learn how campaigns are evolving beyond health to broader consumer appealThe Almond Journey Podcast is brought to you by the Almond Board of California. This show explores how growers, handlers, and other stakeholders are making things work in their operations to drive the almond industry forward. Host Tim Hammerich visits with leaders throughout the Central Valley of California and beyond who are finding innovative ways to improve their operations, connect with their communities, and advance the almond industry.ABC recognizes the diverse makeup of the California almond industry and values contributions offered by its growers, handlers, and allied industry members. However, the opinions, services and products discussed in existing and future podcast episodes are by no means an endorsement or recommendation from ABC. The Almond Journey podcast is not an appropriate venue to express opinions on national, state, local or industry politics. As a Federal Marketing Order, the Almond Board of California is prohibited from lobbying or advocating on legislative issues, as well as setting field and market prices.

Marketing teams are producing more content than ever, with output up 85% year over year. But compliance teams have not kept pace, creating a growing gap that is reshaping how organizations manage risk, brand, and workflows.   In this episode of the Brand Intelligence Podcast, William Tyree sits down with Alex Hubbard, VP of Product and AI at IntelligenceBank, to unpack the biggest insights from the 2026 Content Trends Report. Drawing on aggregated platform data and real customer conversations, they explore what is really changing inside modern marketing and compliance teams. They discuss: Why content production and data volume are accelerating, especially with AI and video The operational strain on compliance teams and how leading organizations are adapting The shift from compliance as a final review step to compliance embedded across the workflow How synthetic media, AI-generated content, and evolving regulations are introducing new risks Why brand compliance is becoming more complex across regions, teams, and channels The role of DAM as a decisioning layer and AI control center How metadata is becoming foundational for scalable compliance automation The new roles emerging in marketing, including AI workflow and operations leaders This conversation offers a clear view of where marketing, compliance, and AI are heading, and what teams need to rethink now to keep up. Download the full report here: https://intelligencebank.com/content-marketing-trends-report/

How quickly you grab attention on social media can be the key to scaling your business. In this first episode of the YAPCreator Replay, Hala Taha dives into content marketing and storytelling strategies, showing entrepreneurs how to create scroll-stopping videos that get their audience hooked and coming back for more. You'll hear insights from top content creators like GaryVee, Sean Cannell, and Alex Hormozi on crafting compelling content that turns viewers into loyal, engaged fans. In this episode, Hala will discuss:  (00:00) Introduction (00:49) Winning Attention with Thumbnails and Titles (03:12) GaryVee on the TikTokification of Social Media (09:17) How to Master the Curiosity Gap (11:41) Action-Based Hooks That Drive Retention (14:55) The Power of Storytelling to Boost Engagement (18:15) How to Craft Memorable Stories Hala Taha is the host of Young and Profiting, a top 10 business and entrepreneurship podcast on Apple and Spotify. She's the founder and CEO of YAP Media, an award-winning social media and podcast production agency, as well as the YAP Media Network, where she helps renowned podcasters like Russell Brunson, Jenna Kutcher, and Neil Patel grow and monetize their shows. Through her work, Hala has become one of the most influential creator entrepreneurs in podcasting. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/profiting Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting. Spectrum Business - Keep your business connected seamlessly with fast, reliable Internet, Phone, TV, and Mobile services. Visit https://spectrum.com/Business to learn more. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/profiting and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting Experian - Manage and cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. See experian.com for details. Bitdefender - Start protecting your business today with Bitdefender Ultimate Small Business Security. Get 30% off your plan at bitdefender.com/profiting  Intuit - Start paying bills the smart way, not the hard way. Learn more at QuickBooks.com/billpay   Resources Mentioned: YAP E291 with GaryVee: youngandprofiting.co/41DRxcd YAP E198 with Alex Hormozi: youngandprofiting.co/E198  YAP E198 with Alex Hormozi: youngandprofiting.co/ValueEquation YAP E278 with Sean Cannell: youngandprofiting.co/E278  YAP E279 with Sean Cannell: youngandprofiting.co/E279  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, SEO, E-commerce, LinkedIn, Instagram, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Communication, Video Marketing, Social Proof, Marketing Trends, Influencers, Influencer Marketing, Marketing Tips, Digital Trends, Online Marketing, Marketing Podcast 

#915 If you're still running your business like it's 2025, you're missing out on massive opportunities. Nano niches, live stream shopping, and zero-click marketing are part of the next wave of strategies powering online growth. You're still ahead of the curve if you tune in today, though. That's because, by the end of this episode, you'll know exactly where to focus your efforts, what you need to stop doing right now, and how to position yourself for big wins! I'll dive into the key steps of building a comprehensive social media strategy that serves and scales on the spot and in real-time. And you don't need to wait until you have something like 10,000 followers to start monetizing, either. From dos and don'ts to developing premium skills, I cover it all in this session. Join me to beat the crowd and master digital marketing in 2026! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session915.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Most brands think viral marketing takes months of planning and massive budgets. Nick Tran engineered it in 72 hours. In this segment from Marketing Trends, the former Global Head of Marketing at TikTok breaks down the exact reverse-engineered playbook that turned unknown creators like the Ocean Spray skateboarder into overnight viral sensations, and why the traditional 2-3 month campaign timeline is dead. From understanding why Nick tells marketing leaders to "kill your KPIs" and hire for intuition instead, to learning how he identified viral potential before it happened, this is a masterclass in speed-to-market and cultural relevance. If your team is still running 90-day campaign cycles while competitors are shipping in weeks, this framework will show you exactly what you're missing, and how to move faster without sacrificing quality. Chapters:00:00 - The Reverse-Engineered Playbook04:32 - Project Cheetah: 72 Hours to Viral09:15 - Moving Upmarket Without Losing Your Soul13:48 - Five Things Marketing Leaders Must Unlearn  This episode is brought to you by Lightricks. LTX is the all-in-one creative suite for AI-driven video production; built by Lightricks to take you from idea to final 4K render in one streamlined workspace.Powered by LTX-2, our next-generation creative engine, LTX lets you move faster, collaborate seamlessly, and deliver studio-quality results without compromise. Try it today at ltx.studio Mission.org is a media studio producing content alongside world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textMarketing has quietly shifted to the ends of your funnel stream, are you shifting your efforts?In this Office Hours episode, Danny breaks down three structural shifts that will separate profitable growth from expensive wheel-spinning in 2026: why AI references matter more than rankings, why trust forms in communities you don't control, and why connecting paid media to your CRM is the difference between guessing and knowing. An Optidge "Office Hours" EpisodeOur Office Hours episodes are your go-to for details, case studies, how-to's, and advice on specific marketing topics. Join our fellow Optidge team members, partners, and sometimes even 1:1 teachings from Danny himself, in these shorter, marketing-focused episodes. Get ready to get marketing!Episode Highlights:Performance has moved upstream (discovery and trust happen before the click) and downstream (ROI is decided after the form fill), leaving most teams measuring the wrong middle.AIO (AI Optimization) means structuring your content so clearly that AI systems can confidently reference your brand as the authoritative source.Micro-communities on Slack, Discord, and Reddit are forming buying decisions before your ads ever appear, making trust earned sideways more valuable than polished campaigns.CRM integration reveals which campaigns drive actual revenue versus those that just look good on platform dashboards, turning emotional optimization into clear decisions.The full buyer journey now looks like: community exposure, AI validation, ad click-to-act (not to learn).Episode Links: Optidge The Digital Marketing MentorThe DM Mentor on InstagramOptidge Case Study LibraryFollow The Digital Marketing Mentor: Website and Blog: thedmmentor.com Instagram: @thedmmentor Linkedin: @thedmmentor YouTube: @thedmmentor Interested in Digital Marketing Services, Careers, or Courses? Check out more from the TDMM Family: Optidge.com - Full Service Digital Marketing Agency specializing in SEO, PPC, Paid Social, and Lead Generation efforts for established B2C and B2B businesses and organizations. ODEOacademy.com - Digital Marketing online education and course platform. ODEO gives you solid digital marketing knowledge to launch/boost your career or understand your business's digital marketing strategy.

In this episode, I'm diving into the top five marketing trends you need to know about for 2026. From personal branding to AI-enhanced strategies, marketing has changed–and what worked in 2020 just won't cut it anymore. If you've been wondering whether you still need to be dancing on Reels, if email is dead, or how to market when you're already stretched thin, I've got you covered. Whether you're a solo operator, BDM, or business owner juggling all the hats, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you show up with more intention and impact.I'll walk you through why personal branding is now a must-have, how to create short-form videos with real value (no silly pointing at text required), and why hyper-local content builds massive trust. I'm also sharing why email is making a big comeback (boring emails are out!) and how you can use AI tools like ChatGPT and Canva to streamline your content without losing your authentic voice. You don't have to do everything–just a few things really well and consistently. Marketing doesn't have to be complicated, it just needs to be connected to your audience.To make things even easier, I've created a free cheat sheet with all five trends and some practical action steps to help you get started. You'll find the link in the show notes, along with more info about our Next event tour coming to Perth, Brisbane, and Melbourne in February. If this episode gave you clarity or sparked a new idea, I'd love it if you'd share it with someone in your team or network–and don't forget to rate and review the show to help spread the word to more amazing property professionals like you! ”Marketing doesn't need to be complicated, it just needs to be consistent and connected to your audience." - Kylie WalkerWe cover:Marketing trends for 2026 in the property management industry.Importance of personal branding over corporate marketing.The rise of short-form video content with educational value.Focus on hyper-local, community-based marketing strategies.The resurgence of email marketing as a key tool for engagement.Utilizing AI tools to enhance marketing efforts while maintaining a human touch.Balancing career and family in the property management field.Strategies for property managers, business development managers, and business owners.Building trust through authentic and transparent communication.The significance of consistency and connection in marketing efforts.Kylie's Resources:Download the Freebie: Marketing Trends for 2026https://courses.thatpropertymum.com.au/freebie-marketing-trends-to-focus-on-in-2026Property Management Growth School: https://courses.thatpropertymum.com.au/TPM-BDMSchool Digital Marketing School: https:

When it comes to content marketing, I feel like there is WAY too much fear-mongering out there. I'm not sure if your inbox looks anything like mine, but it feels like Chicken Little- with all kinds of marketing "gurus" screaming that the sky is falling.  Well, I'm here to tell you that God is still on the throne. There is no need to freak out. Tried and true (and some cool new trends) are going to make content marketing in 2026 feel much less like screaming for attention and much more like sitting down to coffee with your best client, who you'd love to work with 900 times.  In this episode, I'm sharing what I'm actually seeing work in content marketing for 2026 and beyond, based on real data, real experience, and real conversations with business owners. Get the AI Input Guardrail Prompts (for free) and Take AI from an annoying intern to your most trusted assistant.  In this episode, I cover: Why SEO still works — but why lazy SEO absolutely does not What Google's helpful content updates really changed (and what they didn't) How content marketing is shifting from quantity to quality and experience Why fewer clicks can still mean better lead generation How to think about SEO and content marketing in a way that saves time instead of creating more work Why traffic alone can't be the only goal if you want more sales Where AI actually fits into content marketing — and where it doesn't How to use your experience and wins to create content that builds trust and converts This episode is for you if you're trying to: Build a time-saving content marketing strategy Generate leads from your website without burning out Use SEO in a way that supports long-term growth Create content that leads to more sales, not just more traffic Stop chasing trends and start focusing on what actually works If you've been wondering whether content marketing is still worth the effort, or how to simplify your SEO and lead generation strategy moving forward, this episode will help you cut through the noise and move forward with clarity.

In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames breaks down the marketing trends that will actually matter in 2026 and the ones she's intentionally ignoring. Drawing from 15+ years of experience in marketing, community building, and visibility strategy, Michelle explains why fundamentals still outperform hype and how brands can build longevity instead of chasing short-term momentum. This episode is for entrepreneurs, creators, and business owners who want sustainable visibility, stronger relationships, and marketing strategies that work across every season of business. Topics Covered Why most marketing trends don't last The difference between momentum and longevity Community-led marketing and why it's the future Thought leadership vs performance-based content Why owned audiences matter more than algorithms Trends Michelle is intentionally ignoring in 2026 Why virality does not equal business growth How clarity, consistency, and trust still win Building a visibility ecosystem instead of chasing platforms Key Takeaways Trends are loud, but foundations compound quietly Community creates trust, referrals, and long-term growth Decision-makers buy clarity, not aesthetics Owned audiences protect your business from platform shifts Mastery on one platform beats being everywhere Fundamentals never go out of style Who This Episode Is For Entrepreneurs planning for 2026 growth Creators tired of chasing trends and burning out Business owners focused on long-term visibility Brands ready to build community, not just content Leaders who want marketing strategies that last If you want support building a sustainable visibility strategy and community-led ecosystem, join the Collective for ongoing proximity, strategy, and feedback. Make sure to follow Social Media Decoded so you don't miss future episodes on visibility, marketing, and brand growth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send Rita a text with your thoughts!Get me as your personal photographer at Summer Camp at Sea: https://strategictravelentrepreneurpodcast.com/summer-camp-at-sea/Fresh off of PodFest 2026, I'm sharing the 6 biggest marketing trends that kept coming up and they apply directly to growing your travel business.  We're talking LinkedIn, the power of relationships over vanity metrics, getting paid what you're worth, and why you absolutely need a website in 2026. Plus, I'm calling out the busy-work trap that's keeping you invisible and sharing why being a small fish doesn't mean you can't land big opportunities. If you're ready to stop spinning your wheels and start building real visibility and revenue in your travel business, this one's for you.Questions this episode answers:Why should travel advisors be using LinkedIn in 2026? How do I grow my travel business without a large following? What's more important than follower count for travel advisors? Do I need a website for my travel agency? How can I get paid more as a travel advisor? Why am I busy but not making money in my travel business? How do I find clients as a new travel advisor? What networking strategies work best for travel businesses? How can small travel advisors compete with larger agencies? Why isn't my travel business growing despite all my effort?Enjoy (and take action)!--------------------------------------------------------------- Rita M. Perez (Host) first began in the travel industry as a travel advisor in 2010. She only fully realized her role as a travel entrepreneur in 2018, and embarked on a mission to support her fellow travel advisors in 2021 when she began the Strategic Travel Entrepreneur Podcast. She now consults and strategizes with travel entrepreneurs, so they, too, can be empowered in travel entrepreneurship. She's on a mission to help travel advisors grow profitable travel businesses that are sustainable to their individual lifestyles and needs. Check out EVERYTHING I offer to support your travel business journey: https://strategictravelentrepreneurpodcast.com/everything/Say HI on Social:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritaperez19/Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/takethehelmvbsFB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/529490048073622 Direct EMAIL:rita@steeryourmarketing.com

Eleven successful founders reveal their exact playbooks for 2026. Discover AI commerce strategies, slow content that converts, gamified loyalty tips, and community-first growth tactics. Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

K-Beauty marketing reached a breaking point in 2025. Scientific language became performance, clinical procedures were mimicked with cosmetics and skincare education was replaced by spectacle. In Episode 275 of The Korean Beauty Show podcast, K-Beauty expert and industry consultant Lauren Lee examines the K-Beauty marketing trends that need to die in 2026 and why they matter for consumer trust, regulation and skin health. This episode covers: How exosome skincare lost its scientific meaning and why Korean regulators intervened Why topical PDRN marketing blurred the line between cosmetics and injectable treatments The ongoing misuse of spicules marketed as “microneedling in a bottle” How oversized skincare PR stunts promote overconsumption and environmental waste Why skincare theatre and viral gimmicks undermine skincare education and credibility Lauren also explains how misleading skincare marketing creates regulatory risk, confuses consumers and has the potential to damage long-term trust in the Korean beauty industry. For full show notes and resources, visit: stylestory.com.au/blogs/podcast Connect with Lauren Book a Consultation: stylestory.com.au/pages/k-beauty-consultancy Instagram: instagram.com/lauren.kbeauty TikTok: tiktok.com/@stylestory_kbeauty Threads: threads.net/@lauren.kbeauty YouTube: youtube.com/@thekoreanbeautyshowpodcast Work with STYLE STORY: stylestory.com.au/pages/contact-us Shop Jelly Ko: jellyko.com Take a Korean style skin analysis: https://jellyko.com/pages/ai-skin-analysis Affiliate Disclaimer Some links we share may be affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you choose to purchase through them, at no extra cost to you. This helps to offset the cost of producing the show. A Small Request If you use insights, frameworks or research from this episode in your own content, we ask that you kindly credit The Korean Beauty Show and tag us where possible. It helps others find the original source and supports the work that goes into creating these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The marketing teams winning with AI today are not the ones chasing every new model release. They are the ones who found the boring, repetitive tasks their teams hate and automated those first.Nir Pochter, Co-Founder and CMO at Lightricks, joins Stephanie Postles on Marketing Trends to break down what AI actually means for creative workflows and why most teams are still using it wrong.You'll learn:- The "algebra problem" of AI adoption- How to save your design team 80% of their time- Why the gap between marketers who use AI well and those who don't is widening fast.- How to use an LLM scoring system to pre-review documents for you- The dangerous trend of "AI Marketer" job titles- What's really in store for the future of video+AI Key Moments:00:00 — Why AI Hasn't Improved Creative Output Yet02:06 — The Algebra Problem: Tools vs. Knowing How to Use Them07:27 — Nir's Background: AI PhD to Lightricks and FaceTune09:46 — What Used to Take Weeks Now Takes Minutes13:35 — Why Automating Everything Failed Miserably16:38 — Start with What People Hate Doing20:08 — The LLM Scoring System: Nothing Gets Reviewed Without an 8521:43 — Train Your LLM to Be Mean, Not Nice23:32 — Building Custom GPTs with Company Guidelines26:30 — The Pitfall: Using AI to Please Leadership28:47 — From Toys to Tools: Why Text-to-Video Isn't Enough31:05 — Coca-Cola's 70,000 Prompts (Was It Worth It?)34:41 — AI Won't Replace Creatives, But This Will37:04 — The Two Critical Skills: Prompting and Curation37:55 — How AI Multiplies the Skills Gap (7 vs 10 Example)42:47 — What CMOs Should Be Asking Their Teams46:20 — Why "AI Marketer" Is LinkedIn Fluff This episode is brought to you by Lightricks. LTX is the all-in-one creative suite for AI-driven video production; built by Lightricks to take you from idea to final 4K render in one streamlined workspace.Powered by LTX-2, our next-generation creative engine, LTX lets you move faster, collaborate seamlessly, and deliver studio-quality results without compromise. Try it today at ltx.studio Mission.org is a media studio producing content alongside world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ready to grow your pet business in 2026? In this short, actionable episode, Tori Mistick is breaking down three marketing trends petpreneurs need to pay attention to right now... especially if you want to stand out in a world full of AI-generated content! You'll learn why live streaming is one of the few truly AI-proof marketing tools, how video podcasting boosts discovery on YouTube and Spotify, and why getting clear on your "why" builds stronger community, trust, and long-term growth. If you're a pet business owner who wants to stay visible, relevant, and human in 2026, this episode is for you. In this episode, I cover: Why live streaming builds trust (and why AI can't compete) How to start live streaming without overcomplicating it Why video podcasts are exploding on YouTube and Spotify Tools I use to record professional video podcasts from home How leading with your "why" creates superfans and loyalty Tools I reference: eCamm Live Wear Wag Repeat Society Vault 

Discover the Top 5 Marketing Trends to watch in 2026—each starting with the letter R. From building an empire to creating real-time content, learn how to market with strategy, build trust, and turn your content into cash. Whether you're scaling a service, product, or digital offer, this episode helps you market like a CEO (not a content creator on a hamster wheel). Let's go!Click play to hear all of this and:[00:02] Why long-term thinking beats short-term wins—and why most business owners miss this[00:53] Early marketing roots: from childhood jingles to a wildly successful garage sale[01:52] The power of memorable marketing—and how every trend starts with "R"[03:55] How influencers are shifting from paid content to brand ownership—and what that means for small business owners[04:55] A real-world case study: how a lifestyle creator launched a sold-out fragrance line using personal content[06:04] How service-based entrepreneurs are turning influence into income with scalable digital offers[07:07] Marketing Trend #1: “Royalty” – How to create an empire using personal contentListen to Related Episodes:Old School Marketing Tactics, New School ResultsDitch Fear Tactics—Here's How to Market with PositivityFour Secrets to Unstoppable Marketing

Send us a textInstagram feels harder than it used to. Your views might be down. Your reach might feel inconsistent. Your content might feel like it is disappearing into the void.This is not your fault.In this Strut It episode, I kick off a four part series on Instagram Marketing Trends and Predictions for 2026. I break down what is actually happening on the platform using real data from two massive studies that analyzed more than 44 million posts and nearly 2 million accounts.You will learn why reach is down, why competition is up, and why this shift is secretly the best opportunity small businesses have had in years.What You'll Learn 00:00 – Why Instagram feels harder right now 03:02 – What two major studies reveal about reach, Reels, and competition 08:10 – Why more content means less average reach 09:27 – How the algorithm has shifted toward recommendations and DMs 12:21 – Why small accounts are growing faster than big ones 16:06 – What resonance over reach really means for your business 17:01 – Why views and income are not the same thing 15:09 – How I grew my business by 300 percent with lower average views 20:11 – Why niche content now beats broad content 20:41 – How shareable content wins in 2026 24:00 – Why community matters more than ever 24:56 – Why Reels still matter and how to think about them differently 25:51 – The three strategic takeaways you need to focus on this year Resources MentionedJoin the Hot Reels VIP Waitlist: Free Guide: Monetize Your IG Guide: WORK WITH ELIZABETH MARBERRY Apply for your FREE Instagram Breakthrough Session with Elizabeth Free guide to Monetize Your IG: Seven Simple and Proven Ways to Finally Make Money on Instagram Follow Elizabeth Marberry on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Please be sure to rate, review and follow the show on Apple podcasts (or wherever you find your podcasts) so we can get this free value to other people who need it.

Discover the marketing trends you cannot afford to ignore as Kati sits down with industry marketing expert Kayla Morgan, who shares the digital strategies driving real revenue for salons and spas right now. In this episode, you'll learn why Meta ads must stay on, how geo-targeting and best-practice offers boost bookings, and which visuals consistently outperform in today's crowded feed. Kayla also reveals the rising role of AI—from virtual reception to SEO support—and why blogs are still essential for local search dominance in 2026 and beyond. Together, they unpack how to budget for marketing, track ROI, and refresh your online presence to stay competitive. If you're ready to elevate your brand visibility, attract new guests, and future-proof your marketing strategy, this is the episode you won't want to miss. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/bep3a54Hm1g   GET MY BOOK! From First Date to Forever; How to Market Like A Matchmaker: https://joinmya.com/from-first-date-to-forever-book    POWERED BY:  JOIN mya! joinmya.com   FOLLOW IMAGINAL MARKETING Website: https://imaginalmarketing.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immarketing/  Email: hello@immarketinggroup.com    LET'S CONNECT! BTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthetechnique MYA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/join_mya/    FOLLOW KATI WHITLEDGE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiwhitledge/ Get my favorite bio-hacking products: CLICK HERE   SPONSORS Join the PBA: https://www.probeauty.org/

Today we're putting the cherry on top of your 2026 marketing toolkit with a long-form episode on trends!To do that, I'm joined by growth marketing strategist Amanda Laird to chat about five things we're forecasting for the year ahead, including:New ways of building trust

2026 is here and running continues to BOOM! This is great news for run coaches who want to grow their client base or even become full time run coaches in 2026. But despite the increase in demand for runner and races selling out at record rates, the online space for running advice &, run coaching is exceedingly crowded. On this episode of the Runner Rising podcast, Nicole Dobransky shares predictions for 2026 running & marketing trends that savvy run coaches need to know so they can stand out and succeed.She breaks down the trends into both running industry trends and online marketing trends and shares how run coaches can leverage these trends to build their businesses. To get Nicole's help in growing your run coaching business in 2026, inquire about 1:1 business coaching or the Runner Rising Academy here.

Marketing is shifting — and many brands feel it, even if they can't yet name it. In this episode, Sonia Thompson speaks with Bennie F. Johnson, CEO of the American Marketing Association, about the AMA 2026 Marketing Trends shaping the future of modern marketing and growth marketing. They unpack how trust in marketing, AI in marketing, and audience fragmentation are rewriting the rules of growth — driving up customer acquisition costs, raising expectations for relevance, and reshaping how brands build credibility in identity-driven communities. Drawing on insights from the AMA's 2026 Future Trends in Marketing research, this conversation explores what's changing beneath the surface — from responsible artificial intelligence, inclusive leadership, and evolving workforce models to the implications for growth strategy in today's complex marketing environment.

What should businesses focus on as marketing evolves in 2026? In this solo episode, John Jantsch breaks down 6 marketing trends that will shape 2026, from the growing importance of local SEO and customer retention to the rise of trust-based micro-influencers and authentic content. You'll learn why "real" is replacing viral, how mischief can become a marketing strategy, and why being genuinely helpful is the future of search. This episode offers practical guidance for small businesses and marketers looking to stay relevant, visible, and trusted in a rapidly changing landscape. Today we discussed: 00:00 Start 01:09 Intro 01:58 Local Advantage 04:45 Real is the New Viral 07:26 Mischief Marketing 08:43 Retention is the New Acquisition 10:30 Trust Brokers and Micro-Influencers 12:11 Be the Answer – Helpful Search Content Rate, Review, & Follow If you liked this episode, please rate and review the show. Let us know what you loved most about the episode. Struggling with strategy? Unlock your free AI-powered prompts now and start building a winning strategy today!

In this episode of Marketing Happy Hour, we're officially closing out our biggest year yet and looking ahead to what's next. We reflect on key milestones from 2025 — bringing Ally on as co-host, partnering with brands like Vayner and Digital Summit, expanding our speaking and workshop opportunities, and continuing our mission to deliver actionable insights that help you grow your marketing career.Then, we share what's new for 2026, including our refreshed brand identity and the launch of the MHH Collective, our first-ever online community designed to support marketers through connection, learning, and real career conversations.To close out the episode, we dive into our top four marketing trends and predictions for 2026, including the evolving role of AI, the rise of online + offline communities, why quality content matters more than ever, and how “treatonomics” is influencing consumer behavior.Whether you're planning your marketing strategy for the year ahead or thinking about how to future-proof your career, this episode will help you step into 2026 with clarity and intention.Key Takeaways:// AI Will Be a Skillset, Not Just a Tool: Marketers who understand how to work with generative AI — not just use it — will become indispensable. AI will handle efficiency and data, but human creativity and storytelling will remain the differentiator.// Community Is No Longer Optional: Brands that win in 2026 will blend online and offline experiences to build real relationships. Communities that go beyond transactions will drive loyalty, insight, and long-term growth.// Quality Will Outperform Quantity High-quality, intentional content will continue to outperform high-volume posting. Marketers need to align on why content exists and what value it delivers to the audience.// Treatonomics Is Shaping Consumer Behavior: Consumers are prioritizing small, everyday moments of joy. Brands that understand how to meet audiences emotionally — not just functionally — will stay culturally relevant.// Career Growth Requires Proactivity: Investing in learning (AI education, community participation, and skill-building) is essential for staying competitive in a rapidly evolving marketing landscape.____Join the MHH Collective! The MHH Collective is a community for marketers and business owners to connect, ask real questions, and grow their careers together. Join for access to live Q&As with industry experts, a private Slack community, and ongoing resources: https://www.marketinghappyhr.com/mhh-collectiveSay hi! DM us on Instagram and let us know what content you want to hear on the show - We can't wait to hear from you! Please also consider rating the show and leaving a review, as that helps us tremendously as we move forward in this Marketing Happy Hour journey and create more content for all of you. ⁠Join the MHH Collective: ⁠Join now⁠Get the latest marketing trends, open jobs and MHH updates, straight to your inbox: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our email list!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow MHH on Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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The websites that win today are not the ones with the most content. They are the ones that deliver a fast, clean experience in the very first second a visitor arrives.Josh Koenig, Co-Founder and SVP of Marketing at Pantheon, joins Stephanie Postles on Marketing Trends to break down what he is seeing across thousands of high-traffic sites and why most teams still miss the basics. He explains how the shift from search to ask is changing online discovery, what AI bots prioritize when they crawl a site, and why the fundamentals of clarity, structure, and speed now matter more than any growth hack.Josh also shares how teams are using Pantheon's new Content Publisher to eliminate copy-and-paste workflows, why vibe coding is giving non-technical teams the ability to build richer digital experiences, and what the rise of AI-powered crawlers means for anyone trying to stand out on the modern web.Key Moments: 00:00 — The Two-Second Rule: Why Website Speed Kills Conversions04:30 — The Hidden Growth Killer Most Marketers Miss08:21 — AI Crawlers Gone Wild: The UFC Fight Night Story12:22 — Five Evergreen Website Tactics for the LLM Era16:13 — The Gated Content Dilemma: Lead Gen vs AI Indexing20:42 — Avoiding Artificial SEO: When Optimization Goes Too Far23:10 — The Generic Content Trap Poisoning AI Search Results26:00 — Content Publisher for Google Docs: Eliminating Copy-Paste31:53 — The CMO-CTO Partnership: Why This Relationship Unlocks Growth36:05 — Brokering Peace Between Marketing and IT Teams40:20 — Vibe Coding for Marketers: The Prototype Revolution44:06 — Next.js Explained: Open Source for Marketing Development48:17 — From Vibe Code to Production: The Last Mile Problem51:03 — Data Analysis Without the Wait: LLMs Democratizing Insights54:20 — The Entrepreneurial Marketer: Why Technical Fluency Is Required This episode is brought to you by Lightricks. LTX is the all-in-one creative suite for AI-driven video production; built by Lightricks to take you from idea to final 4K render in one streamlined workspace.Powered by LTX-2, our next-generation creative engine, LTX lets you move faster, collaborate seamlessly, and deliver studio-quality results without compromise. Try it today at ltx.studio Mission.org is a media studio producing content alongside world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To kick off 2026 as The Year of Leverage, I'm sharing the six marketing trends that will shape how successful businesses grow this year. And to do that — I've tapped into my network and asked world-renowned marketers and entrepreneurs for their 2026 predicted trends. This episode is a goldmine of marketing knowledge from some of my favourite successful business owners. Featuring: Dale Beaumont (CEO of Business Blueprint), Omar Zenhom (host of the popular $100 MBA Show), Sharon Pope (master life coach and best-selling author), Stu McLaren (Founder of membership.io and creator of The Membership Experience), Tina Tower (CEO of Her Business Empire), Matt Diamante (Instagram strategist and SEO expert), Susan Bradley (former guest and CEO of The Social Sales Girls), Tracy Harris (CEO of Tracy Harris.co and host of the Mums with Hustle podcast), and Ingrid Angehrn Dewulf (CEO of Style Me Happy) and Gabbi Kitchener of the Art of Flow for their contribution to this episode. What You'll Discover in This Episode:  The top 6 marketing trends that experts expect to see (and integrate!) in 2026 — and how you can put them into action. Dale Beaumont's plan to get his content in front of a larger audience this year, and the ONE strategy he's focusing on. The biggest change Omar Zenhom is making in his business in 2026, and why he thinks it will pay off. Why Sharon Pope believes that your authentic voice is going to be more critical than ever to gaining the trust of your audience. The importance of nurturing your audience (while leveraging your workflow) with Stu McLaren. Why Tina Tower is doubling down on her paid ad strategy — and why she's experimenting with her creative this year. The multi-media approach that Matt Diamante will be using to bring in more leads and higher conversions. How Susan Bradley is tapping into a new social media strategy and going all-in on short-form video. Why storytelling and intimate conversation with your audience is going to make or break your audience's trust with Tracy Harris. The power of showing more personality and opinions in your social content, launches, and paid programs with Ingrid Angehrn Dewulf. And, why Gabbi Kitchener has made the bold move with AI-FREE marketing in 2026, and the value of authenticity. Mentioned in This Episode: The HerBusiness Network Dale Beaumont (CEO of Business Blueprint) Omar Zenhom (host of the popular $100 MBA Show) Sharon Pope (master life coach and best-selling author) Stu McLaren (Founder of membership.io and creator of The Membership Experience) Tina Tower (CEO of Her Business Empire) Matt Diamante (Instagram strategist and SEO expert) Susan Bradley (former guest and CEO of The Social Sales Girls) Tracy Harris (CEO of Tracy Harris.co and host of the Mums with Hustle podcast) Ingrid Angehrn Dewulf (CEO of Style Me Happy)  Gabbi Kitchener of the Art of Flow HerBusiness Podcast Episode 323: Want more sales? Do these three things every month with Susan Bradley HerBusiness Podcast Episode 327: Grow Your Business Without Sacrificing Your Relationships – with Sharon Pope

Dan Henry's journey into marketing began in extreme financial hardship, surviving on $500-a-week pizza delivery shifts. A brutal winter night with no heat became the turning point that forced him to reinvent his life. Determined to change his future, he became ruthless about acquiring high-leverage marketing skills that eventually helped him generate over $10 million in sales. In this episode, Dan reveals the online marketing secrets that turned him into a multi-million-dollar entrepreneur and breaks down how to build a powerful personal brand, attract attention, and convert audiences. In this episode, Hala and Dan will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:14) His Early Hustles and Marketing Origins (06:35) Building ‘Velocity Vehicles' for Business Growth (12:37) The Strategy Behind Powerful Personal Brands (24:49) Creating High-Converting Marketing Funnels (30:47) Optimizing Webinars for Massive Sales (35:50) Converting Cold Prospects Into Loyal Customers (40:47) Using Books as Brand-Building Marketing Tools (44:52) Creating Demand With Smart Offers Dan Henry is a digital marketing entrepreneur, founder of GetClients.com, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Digital Millionaire Secrets. He has built several high-revenue online businesses by teaching entrepreneurs how to craft compelling personal brands, structure high-converting presentations, and scale through automated marketing. Dan's content, storytelling, and sales frameworks have helped thousands of business owners generate millions. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.  Revolve - Head to REVOLVE.com/PROFITING and take 15% off your first order with code PROFITING  DeleteMe - Remove your personal data online. Get 20% off DeleteMe consumer plans at to joindeleteme.com/profiting  Spectrum Business - Visit Spectrum.com/FreeForLife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Airbnb - Find yourself a cohost at airbnb.com/host  Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/design and use code PROFITING Intuit QuickBooks - Bring your money and your books together in one platform at QuickBooks.com/money  Resources Mentioned: Dan's Book, Digital Millionaire Secrets: bit.ly/DigitalMilli  Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink: /bit.ly/EOwnership  The One Thing by Gary Keller: bit.ly/The-ONEThing  The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson: bit.ly/-TSAONGAF  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, SEO, E-commerce, LinkedIn, Instagram, Social Media, Content Creator, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Communication, Video Marketing, Social Proof, Marketing Trends, Influencers, Influencer Marketing, Marketing Tips, Digital Trends, Content Marketing, Marketing Podcast 

This week, Coalmarch Marketing CEO Jeff Davis joins Dan and Donnie to discuss how pest and lawn businesses should be shifting their marketing strategies in response to AI-driven consumer behavior changes. They cover results of the 2026 Marketing Benchmark Report, how search is evolving and what changes Jeff sees on the horizon.   Guest: Jeff Davis, CEO, Coalmarch Marketing Hosts: Dan Gordon, PCO Bookkeepers & M&A Specialists Donnie Shelton, Triangle Home Services     

The most future-ready marketing leaders aren't the ones chasing trends… they're the ones who can reinvent themselves every time the industry changes.Michelle Huff, Chief Marketing Officer at Alteryx, joins Marketing Trends to break down the mindset that kept her relevant through every major tech revolution, from Web1 to cloud, SaaS, PLG, and now AI. She explains how to balance curiosity with focus, why AI is really about automating judgment (not just tasks), and how she's redesigning her marketing org around agents, automation, and new workflows.Michelle also shares early results from Alteryx's AI experiments, how she's rebuilding a 700,000-person community, and why great leaders still start with the end user even as their buyer audiences expand. Key Moments:  00:00 – How to Stay Relevant Through Every Tech Shift03:42 – A Career Spanning Web1, Cloud, SaaS, and AI06:58 – Curiosity Is the Ultimate Career Advantage10:12 – When Leaders Should Tinker and When to Delegate13:28 – Building a Marketing Culture That Experiments16:41 – Why AI Is About Judgment, Not Just Automation20:07 – Inside an AI-Powered SDR Outbound Workflow23:34 – Do AI Agents Replace People or Elevate Them26:58 – Upskilling Teams in an AI-Driven Organization30:17 – Why Most AI Content Fails to Break Through33:36 – How to Stand Out in a Noisy B2B Market36:52 – Why Enterprise Brands Lose Touch With End Users39:48 – How Alteryx Built a 700,000-Person Community43:06 – Turning Community Into Competition and Learning46:32 – Early AI Wins That Drive Real Pipeline Impact  This episode is brought to you by Lightricks. LTX is the all-in-one creative suite for AI-driven video production; built by Lightricks to take you from idea to final 4K render in one streamlined workspace.Powered by LTX-2, our next-generation creative engine, LTX lets you move faster, collaborate seamlessly, and deliver studio-quality results without compromise. Try it today at ltx.studio Mission.org is a media studio producing content alongside world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Julie Solomon didn't just see entrepreneurs struggling with Instagram marketing; she lived the frustration herself. Despite growing an audience, her revenue stalled until she invested $25K in high-level mentorship and uncovered the real drivers of social media growth. Within nine months, she scaled from $250K to $1.3M and now shares her strategy with other creator entrepreneurs. In this episode, Julie reveals how to build a magnetic Instagram brand, boost engagement, and convert followers into paying customers regardless of your audience size. In this episode, Hala and Julie will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:52) Redefining Visibility in Influencer Marketing (07:53) The Importance of Value-Driven Content (12:38) Foundations for Magnetic Instagram Branding (19:05) Building a Profitable Instagram Ecosystem (26:19) Automating Instagram Sales and Messaging (35:46) Monetizing Small Audiences on Social Media (48:07) Marketing Tips for Boosting Engagement (52:05) Why Every Entrepreneur Needs a Mastermind (59:23) Manifestation Practices for Entrepreneurs' Success Julie Solomon is a brand strategist, bestselling author, and host of the Woman of Influence podcast, where she helps entrepreneurs grow their visibility and monetize their influence. A trusted voice for aspiring influencers and established creatives, she is known for her expertise in content creation, social media strategy, and personal branding. Julie has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Business Insider, and was named one of the top 100 leaders in influence marketing by Influence Co. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.  Revolve - Head to REVOLVE.com/PROFITING and take 15% off your first order with code PROFITING  DeleteMe - Remove your personal data online. Get 20% off DeleteMe consumer plans at to joindeleteme.com/profiting  Spectrum Business - Visit Spectrum.com/FreeForLife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Airbnb - Find yourself a cohost at airbnb.com/host  Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/design and use code PROFITING Intuit QuickBooks - Bring your money and your books together in one platform at QuickBooks.com/money  Resources Mentioned: Julie's Website: juliesolomon.net  Julie's Instagram: instagram.com/julssolomon  Julie's Podcast, Woman of Influence: bit.ly/WOI-apple  Julie's Book, Get What You Want: bit.ly/GWUWant  Julie's Program, The Revenue Growth Lab: juliesolomon.net/profiting   Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, SEO, E-commerce, LinkedIn, Digital Marketing, Content Creator, Storytelling, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Communication, Video Marketing, Social Proof, Marketing Trends, Digital Trends, Content Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Podcast  

Brock Johnson was passionate about social media and surrounded by influencers, yet it took nearly a decade of consistent content creation before he finally went viral on Instagram. Through years of trial and error, he cracked the code for organic growth on the platform. In this episode, Brock shares his blueprint for Instagram success, breaking down how the algorithm works and debunking common myths. He also reveals the secret to creating high-performing content that will take your social media to the next level. In this episode, Hala and Brock will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:25) Instagram's Algorithm in 2025 (08:23) From NFL Dreams to Entrepreneurship (14:53) The Hidden Path to Social Media Growth (20:52) Effective Instagram Growth Strategies (31:21) Overcoming the Unending Hustle for Followers (35:38) How to Monetize with a Small Following (37:47) Diversifying Revenue Streams as a Content Creator (39:54) The Attract–Nurture–Convert Content Framework (45:17) The Formula for High-Performing Instagram Stories (50:10) Content Creation Hacks That Work Brock Johnson is an Instagram growth coach, entrepreneur, and content creator, known for helping individuals and businesses succeed on social media. With nearly a million followers, he has mastered content marketing and monetization, regardless of audience size. In 2023, Brock began consulting for Meta on Instagram features and creator tools. He co-hosts the Build Your Tribe podcast and co-founded InstaClubHub, a top Instagram coaching membership with tens of thousands of members. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.  Quo - Get 20% off your first 6 months at Quo.com/PROFITING  Revolve - Head to REVOLVE.com/PROFITING and take 15% off your first order with code PROFITING  Merit Beauty - Go to meritbeauty.com to get your free signature makeup bag with your first order.  DeleteMe - Remove your personal data online. Get 20% off DeleteMe consumer plans at to joindeleteme.com/profiting  Spectrum Business - Visit Spectrum.com/FreeForLife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Airbnb - Find yourself a cohost at airbnb.com/host Resources Mentioned: Brock's Instagram: instagram.com/brock11johnson  YAP E291 with GaryVee: youngandprofiting.co/E291  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, SEO, E-commerce, LinkedIn, Digital Marketing, Storytelling, Advertising, Communication, Video Marketing, Social Proof, Marketing Trends, Influencer Marketing, Marketing Tips, Digital Trends, Online Marketing, Marketing podcast

The strongest marketing leaders are not the ones with perfect plans. They are the ones who know how to lead through real life.And few people understand that better than Niki Hall and Dayle Hall.Niki, former CMO of Five9, and Dayle, CMO of SnapLogic, join Marketing Trends to share how they balance two big careers, raise a family, and approach marketing from completely different angles.They break down how they support each other through major job shifts, navigate brand versus demand debates, and build teams that can adapt to rapid change. They also explain how AI is reshaping customer experience, what metrics actually matter, and why modern leaders need both operational rigor and creative courage. Key Moments:00:00 Meeting the CMO Couple02:23 How They Met at Cisco05:08 Early Career Moments That Shaped Them08:16 When Their Marketing Paths Split10:11 Growing Up as Marketers Inside Cisco12:00 Balancing Two Big Careers and a Family13:40 The Realities of Career Timing and Tradeoffs15:56 Parenting, Travel, and Real-Life Leadership18:15 Why Community Matters for Working Parents20:38 Helping the Next Generation of Leaders23:20 Marketing in 2026 and the Impact of AI24:43 Brand vs Demand and How They Debate It31:17 What They Learned From Each Other's Strengths32:00 Org Design and Building a Modern Marketing Team51:03 Career Pivots, Pressure, and Personal Growth1:12:54 Lightning Round and Final Takeaways  This episode is brought to you by Lightricks. LTX is the all-in-one creative suite for AI-driven video production; built by Lightricks to take you from idea to final 4K render in one streamlined workspace.Powered by LTX-2, our next-generation creative engine, LTX lets you move faster, collaborate seamlessly, and deliver studio-quality results without compromise. Try it today at ltx.studio Mission.org is a media studio producing content alongside world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The brands everyone talks about are not the safest ones. They are the bold ones.And few people understand that better than Nick Tran.The former TikTok Global Head of Marketing and current Diageo President and CMO joins Marketing Trends to break down how he built momentum inside fast moving environments, rebuilt brands under pressure, and helped TikTok become a cultural engine instead of just another app.Nick explains why the traditional marketing playbook is obsolete, how to create ideas that move culture instead of reacting to it, and what today's fastest moving teams get wrong about attention, creativity, and risk. CHAPTERS / KEY MOMENTS00:00 Engineering a Viral Influencer02:20 What Bold Marketing Looks Like in 202604:20 Crisis Marketing at Taco Bell07:05 Lessons From Stance and Samsung09:30 Reinventing Hulu With Culture Marketing11:00 Why the Old Marketing Playbook Is Dead13:40 Inside TikTok's Project Cheetah16:45 Making Creators Culturally Famous on Purpose19:35 Five Marketing Behaviors Leaders Must Unlearn22:20 The ROI Trap and Bad Marketing Metrics25:00 Why Modern CMOs Should Become CEOs26:00 The Ocean Spray x DogFace420 Breakout Moment29:10 The Rise of AI Influencers and Virtual Icons30:00 Worldbuilding: The Future of Brand Marketing33:00 Reinventing Ciroc Through Lifestyle Experiences37:00 Pickleball, Pop-Ups, and The New Experiential Playbook43:00 Out-of-Home Creative, Simplicity, and Cultural Signals This episode is brought to you by Lightricks. LTX is the all-in-one creative suite for AI-driven video production; built by Lightricks to take you from idea to final 4K render in one streamlined workspace.Powered by LTX-2, our next-generation creative engine, LTX lets you move faster, collaborate seamlessly, and deliver studio-quality results without compromise. Try it today at ltx.studio Mission.org is a media studio producing content alongside world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, I break down one of the biggest marketing opportunities of 2026 and beyond. We dive into how brands, from mom-and-pop shops to Fortune 50 giants, can use collectible strategy to drive trials, build real affinity, and reach entirely new audiences. I get into why collectibles are becoming a core part of culture, how “interest media” is changing brand discovery, and why frictionless execution matters more than ever. I also walk through real examples across airlines, gyms, clothing brands, and local businesses to show exactly how this strategy works in the real world.

When everyone has access to the same AI tools, what separates the great from the forgettable is the human behind the screen.Fiverr's VP of Global Brand Communications, Shiri Hellmann, joins Marketing Trends to break down how her team turns chaos into creativity. From producing the viral “Gary” campaign with real freelancers to writing a rom-com about avocados, Shiri reveals how Fiverr spots cultural moments early, takes smart risks, and proves that talent still beats the algorithm. CHAPTERS / KEY MOMENTS00:00 - The Weirdest Fiverr Requests Ever02:58 - How Fiverr Grew from Weird to Global Brand04:00 - Inside Fiverr's Wildest Marketing Campaigns06:11 - Freelancers Behind Fiverr's AI Ad "Gary"08:40 - How Fiverr Selects Top Creators10:00 - The Data-Driven Matchmaking Engine12:10 - Strategy Behind Creative Campaigns14:05 - From Vibe Coding to Avocado Apps16:20 - AI, Humans, and the Future of Creative Work18:55 - Taking Risks and Learning from Failures21:00 - The "F***-Up Night" and Courage Culture23:25 - Biggest Marketing Lesson: Marketers vs. Consumers26:30 - How Fiverr Stays Grounded and Human29:40 - Emerging Trends and The Future of Work33:10 - How Fiverr's Culture Fuels Innovation37:25 - What's Next for Fiverr and Freelancers41:00 - Shiri's Advice for Marketers and Founders44:45 - Closing Reflections and Takeaways This episode is brought to you by Lightricks. LTX is the all-in-one creative suite for AI-driven video production; built by Lightricks to take you from idea to final 4K render in one streamlined workspace.Powered by LTX-2, our next-generation creative engine, LTX lets you move faster, collaborate seamlessly, and deliver studio-quality results without compromise. Try it today at ltx.studio Mission.org is a media studio producing content alongside world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When Hala Taha started her podcast as a side hustle, she struggled with the same challenges most creators face: low discoverability, no clear path to monetization, and limited marketing know-how. Determined to succeed, she mastered the business side of podcasting by learning SEO, social media growth, and sponsorship strategies. This transformed Young and Profiting into a top-ranked show and led to the launch of YAP Media Network. In this episode, Hala joins Lori Harder on the Girlfriends & Business event to share unbeatable marketing strategies for transforming a podcast into a profitable business. In this episode, Lori and Hala will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:00) Hala's Origin Story and Podcasting Journey (09:00) Podcasting Evolution and Digital Trends (11:44) Video Marketing Strategies and Podcast SEO (17:08) Secrets to Ranking High on Apple Podcasts (19:36) Effective Podcast Monetization Strategies (23:40) Podcast Sponsorships and Marketing Conversions (27:46) Networking and Guest Booking Strategies (30:38) Q&A: Mastering the Business of Podcasting Hala Taha is the host of Young and Profiting, a top 10 business and entrepreneurship podcast on Apple and Spotify. She's the founder and CEO of YAP Media, an award-winning social media and podcast agency, as well as the YAP Media Network, where she helps renowned podcasters like Jenna Kutcher, Neil Patel, and Russell Brunson grow and monetize their shows. With her business on track to hit eight figures in 2025, Hala stands out as a leading creator-entrepreneur. Sponsored By: Airbnb - Find yourself a cohost at airbnb.com/host  Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.  Mercury - Streamline your banking and finances in one place. Learn more at mercury.com/profiting  Open Phone - Get 20% off your first 6 months at OpenPhone.com/profiting.  DeleteMe - Remove your personal data online. Get 20% off DeleteMe consumer plans at to joindeleteme.com/profiting  SKIMS - Shop SKIMS Fits Everybody collection at SKIMS.com  Policy Genius - Secure your family's future with Policygenius. Head to policygenius.com/profiting  Masterclass - Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at https://masterclass.com/profiting  BitDefender - Save 30% on your subscription at bitdefender.com/profiting  Resources Mentioned: Hala's Podcast, Young and Profiting: bit.ly/_YAP-apple  Hala's Agency, YAP Media: yapmedia.com    Earn Your Happy by Lori Harder: bit.ly/EYH-apple  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, E-commerce, LinkedIn, Instagram, Digital Marketing, Content Creator, Storytelling, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Communication, Social Proof, Marketing Trends, Influencers, Influencer Marketing, Marketing Tips, Content Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Podcast