Episodes

  • Ancient Philosophy and Modern Marketing - What Can We Learn?

    Ancient Philosophy and Modern Marketing - What Can We Learn?
    Jun 17 2021
    What can we, as modern marketers and advertisers leaning into the 21st century, learn from Ancient philosophy? We have a lot to learn, according to Industrial Philosopher, Christina DiGiacomo. With 20 years in advertising and 10 years studying Practical Philosophy, she brings a fresh approach from history to solving the many issues that we face today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • Influencer "Minor Leagues" - Celebrity Over Authority

    Influencer "Minor Leagues" - Celebrity Over Authority
    Jun 1 2021
    Matt interviews Mark Schaefer about his recent article, "Emphasis on celebrity over authority is blowing up influencer strategy." Mark explains how influencers are made up of the top tier of celebrities, then the next tier of authorities or content experts. Finally, the "minor leagues" which is made up of aspiring influencers. However, aspiring influencers are adept at curating their celebrity, but not their expertise or authority in any specific content. Will this limit their commercial viability or the ability of an advertiser to find a relevant partner? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • How to Ask Good Questions

    How to Ask Good Questions
    May 18 2021
    Matt Bailey talks with linguist and educator, Norah Jones about the importance and value of learning to ask questions. Questions enable us to give voice to our curiosity and “tap into humanity.” Unfortunately, in too many environments (home, school, work) we are discouraged from asking questions, as they delay meetings, challenge assumptions, or create additional work. Questions can be seen as disruptive or challenging, yet they create clearer definitions, develop learning and understanding, and enable innovative approaches to solve problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Trust and the Digital Economy

    Trust and the Digital Economy
    Apr 27 2021
    John Marshall joins Matt to follow up on his previous appearance on Endless Coffee Cup, where he talked about his new book, Free is Bad. They talk about the reception of the book and the prevailing opinions about online privacy. John shares about his upcoming series of videos, “Can I Trust It?” which brings up another line of discussion about the value of trust in the Digital Economy. With social media suffering failures, hacks, scrapes, and investigations weekly, how do you know who or what to trust? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Is Education Necessary for Digital Marketing?

    Is Education Necessary for Digital Marketing?
    Apr 13 2021
    Many in the digital marketing industry think that a formal education is unnecessary. T. Adeola Osinubi not only disagrees with that thought but is also taking action to remedy the situation.  In his book, Straight Outta Context, he explains how he was taken in by bad actors who were more than happy to take his money and teach outdated, questionable and even dangerous techniques to gain rankings in Google.  It wasn’t until he enrolled into a degree program that he learned the marketing principles, formal approaches, and industry best practices. He now teaches others not to be taken in by the “just Google it” crowd as an alternative to education. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Google's "Smart Campaigns" Aren't So Smart

    Google's "Smart Campaigns" Aren't So Smart
    Mar 30 2021
    Matt and Ashley evaluate the beginner advertiser experience on Google Ads. Called "Smart Campaigns," new advertisers signing up for Google Ads search ads are being treated to a “training-wheel” experience, according to Matt. Matt and Ashley look at the set-up process through the eyes of a new advertiser and find too many areas where the instructions are unclear, incomplete, or simply unavailable.   So why are new advertisers being forced into this format? It has everything to do with Google’s machine learning. To start their Smart Campaign, advertisers must allow Google to make changes to their ad headlines, ad copy, keywords, and keyword matching. Google is striving to make the ad experience purely automated, but it doesn’t seem ready for prime time just yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • Influence, Not Influencers

    Influence, Not Influencers
    Mar 16 2021
    Jason Falls joins Matt to discuss the power of influence in marketing, rather than the emphasis on influencers. Most of what is called influencer marketing misses the mark, according to Jason, as it focuses on the wrong things.  Gaining partners that align with your message and your objectives are much more important. Jason points us in the right direction with his 4 methods of creating and measuring influence from his latest book, Winfluence: Reframing Influencer Marketing to Ignite Your Brand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • How to Create Amazing Content on YouTube

    How to Create Amazing Content on YouTube
    Mar 2 2021
    Greg Jarboe joins Matt again to follow-up on their earlier conversation about YouTube’s Secret Sauce. In this episode, they dive into further aspects of creating great content, which is a simple formula: Get better every day. The best advice is to avoid the “silver bullet” mentality (put everything into one video with the intent and purpose to go viral) and to methodically create, assess, learn, and create more. The headlines might be full of overnight sensations and viral stories, but the consistently amazing video producers are ones that have been working hard; perfecting their approach based on analytics, response rates, and feedback.  Greg shares stories that will motivate you to find your own story and to tell it with creative flair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins