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As Your Digital Marketing Coach, I am on a mission to provide you marketing professionals, agencies, entrepreneurs, and business owners expert advice, both from myself as well as my expert guests, on how to leverage Digital First Marketing to grow your business, one episode at a time, This podcast w… read more

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Farewell

February 22nd, 2024

0:39

An important message from RadioPublic

Marketing Automation Simplified: How to Level Up Your Digital Business

March 19th, 2024

53:19

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Your Digital Marketing Coach. I'm your host, Neal Schaffer, and today we're diving into the exciting world of marketing automation to help level up your digital business. Today …

The Digital Marketing Connection Between Content Creators, Entrepreneurs, and Small Businesses

March 6th, 2024

18:13

Ready to take your digital marketing to the next level? In this episode, I dive deep into the connection between content creators, entrepreneurs, and small businesses. You'll learn not only the commonalities between …

Sweet Success: A French Macaron Maker's Rise to SEO Mastery

February 28th, 2024

50:12

In today's episode,  we have an incredible guest who embodies the entrepreneurial spirit and digital savvy - Anthony Rosemond. Anthony, originally …

Unveiling My AI Toolkit: 11 Must-Have Marketing Tools

February 22nd, 2024

32:13

I'm your host, Neal Schaffer, and today's episode is a special one that I'm particularly excited about. In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital …

Maximize Your Content Output: Social Media Scaling Tips from Expert Andrew Jenkins

February 15th, 2024

59:53

Unlock the secrets to multiplying your digital content's impact as Andrew Jenkins, who teaches at University of Toronto and has written Social Media …

If I Were Your Fractional CMO: Where to Invest in Digital Marketing for 2024 Success

February 9th, 2024

20:35

Ready to transform your digital marketing playbook for 2024? 

In this episode, which I could also name "If I Were Your Fractional CMO 2024 Edition," I …

From Selfies to Sales: Growing Your Brand with UGC featuring Kathryn McCauley

February 6th, 2024

1:15:06

Hello, digital marketers, and welcome to another information-packed episode of Your Digital Marketing Coach! Today, we're thrilled to have Kathryn …

11 Takeaways about AI and Podcasting from Podfest

January 30th, 2024

45:14

I had an amazing 48 hours at Podfest, the definitive conference for podcasters, and wanted to share with you what I learned as the takeaways about AI are universal and can be applied to any marketing you do.

You’re in …

Turning Invisible Browsers into Leads: Digital Marketing Secrets with Roy Harmon

January 25th, 2024

49:26

Uncover the secrets to capturing those anonymous website visitors that seem to vanish without a trace! Joined by the insightful Roy Harmon, CMO of …

How My Business Did in 2023 and What You Can Learn from It

January 16th, 2024

33:19

Embark on a journey through the digital marketing landscape as I dissect the metrics that mattered most in my business last year, setting the stage for what lies ahead. Discover the unexpected twists of social media …

Influencer Legal Guide: Protect Your Brand & Master FTC Rules with The Influencer Attorney Bobby Robinson

January 12th, 2024

55:04

Embrace the power of knowledge as we unravel the complexities of influencer marketing with the astute guidance of "The Influencer Attorney" Bobby Robinson. This episode is a must-listen for anyone vested in the digital …

Revolutionizing Your Marketing Strategy: Embracing AI with a Human Touch for the New Year

January 10th, 2024

17:36

Happy New Year, digital marketers and go-getters! The time is ripe for a mindset revolution, and I'm here to guide you through it. Imagine embracing …

The Secret to Brand Love: How to Create Emotional Bonds with Your Customers with Dr. Aaron Ahuvia

December 14th, 2023

54:34

Ready to discover the secret ingredient for lasting brand success? This episode, we're elbow-deep in the captivating world of brand love with our esteemed guest, Dr. Aaron Ahuvia. As one of the foremost experts on the …

Did the Google Helpful Content Update Help You?

December 11th, 2023

27:16

Ever experienced a sudden drop in website traffic due to Google algorithm updates? You're not alone. I, Neal Schaffer, was right there with you, witnessing a decline in my site's traffic. Let's embark together on this …

Revolutionizing Ecommerce Marketing with AI and SEO Strategies: A Chat with Katrina McKinnon

November 27th, 2023

32:38

Ever wanted to know how AI is revolutionizing the ecommerce marketing landscape? Or perhaps you're curious about how a successful SEO strategy can …

100-Year Old Digital Marketing Advice

November 22nd, 2023

45:55

What if I told you that a 1923 publication could hold the secret to your success in modern digital marketing? Today's episode opens a time capsule, …

Future Trends in Social Media Marketing: An Interview with Dash Hudson CMO Kate Archibald

November 16th, 2023

34:11

Set your reminders and secure your earbuds as we bring you face-to-face with the future of social media marketing! Our confab with Kate Archibald, …

15 Elements of a Successful Personal Brand

November 8th, 2023

36:52

Unleash your potential and soar to new heights in the world of entrepreneurship, salesmanship, and marketing, as we unravel the secret weapon - personal branding. We're not just spouting theory here; we're diving …

Automated vs. Live Webinars: Are Live Webinars Really Better?

October 26th, 2023

48:33

Prepare to be captivated as we delve into the transformative world of automated webinars with our distinguished guest, Melissa Kwan, the CEO and founder of eWebinar. We're taking you on a deep dive into the exciting …

VidSummit 2023 Review: YouTube Secrets and AI Tips for Content Creators

October 23rd, 2023

1:35:27

Ever wondered how to level up your YouTube content and garner millions of views? This episode is your guide to mastering the YouTube game, courtesy of my report from attending the recent VidSummit 2023 - the mecca for …

Building a Content Fortress: How to Attract the Right Customers and Boost Conversion Rates with Martin Huntbach and Lyndsay Cambridge

October 4th, 2023

1:01:33

Ever dreamt of having a magnetic pull on your ideal customers while at the same time artfully warding off those who aren’t a fitting match? That’s …

How to Increase Sales through Creative Marketing Automation

September 27th, 2023

48:00

Every company should be investing in marketing automation regardless of industry. But even if you are investing, are you really taking the fullest …

Unlocking Your Digital Marketing ROI with Christopher Roberts

September 20th, 2023

34:41

Ready to unlock the mysteries of maximizing your digital marketing ROI? Strap in as we bring you an exclusive interview with Christopher Roberts, the …

Rediscover the Power of Email Marketing: Nurturing Customer Relationships and Maximizing Profits

September 13th, 2023

38:16

This episode is another preview of content that will be included in my upcoming book.

Two episodes ago I requested that you rethink your social media …

Uncovering the Secret to B2B Growth: Is Social Media the Answer? with Andy Lambert

September 7th, 2023

59:09

Ever wished you could tap into the brilliant mind of an author, successful company founder, and  and senior manager at a cool company like Adobe? …

Reimagine Your Social Media with User-Generated Content

August 30th, 2023

1:04:03

Ready to tap into the power of User-Generated Content (UGC) and revolutionize your social media marketing strategy?

I recorded this episode to flesh …

How to Turn Your Blog into a Profitable Business: The 3-Step Process with Graham Robertson

August 24th, 2023

44:50

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of turning a passion project into a thriving business? Imagine being at a crossroads in your career, unsure of the next step, and a friend suggests starting a blog. That's how Graham …

LinkedIn Updates for 2023 You Need to Know

August 18th, 2023

23:55

What do you do after you publish 2 books on LinkedIn but would rather work on new content rather than revise the older books?

You offer a free update …

The Secrets to Successful Social Selling with Jon Ferrara of Nimble

August 9th, 2023

1:05:14

Highlighting an industry trailblazer, I'm honored to host Jon Ferrara, the tech visionary behind Goldmine, once the largest CRM in the world, and …

Finding Your Marketing Purpose with Ikigai

August 4th, 2023

13:07

Do you feel there's a missing link in your marketing strategy? It might be time to incorporate 'Ikigai,' a Japanese concept that brings purpose and …

Exploring the Convergence of Podcasting & YouTube with Vyyyper from vidIQ

July 29th, 2023

43:31

What happens when the lines between podcasting and YouTube start to blur? Join me as I sit down with Vyyyper - The Man About Tech, from vidIQ, as we venture into this buzzing convergence. Vyyyper, a renowned YouTube …

Revolutionizing Digital Marketing with Marketing Containers: A Strategic Approach to Success

July 19th, 2023

18:26

Ever feel like your digital marketing efforts are scattered all over the place? I'm here to share a groundbreaking concept called marketing …

Mastering Content Creation: Insights from Melanie Deziel, from Journalism to Digital Marketing

July 12th, 2023

35:25

Ever wondered how to brew compelling content that sets you apart? Join me for a riveting conversation with Melanie Deziel, a content wizard who began her journey in journalism and went on to shape the digital marketing …

The SES Framework: A New Lens for Digital Marketing

July 6th, 2023

18:30

What if you could streamline your digital, content, influencer, social media, and marketing strategies with ease?

Join me as I unravel unique …

Party Your Way to Success: Practical Social Media Marketing Strategies with Jason McDonald

June 28th, 2023

45:10

Imagine attending a party that teaches you the ins and outs of social media marketing. That's exactly what we explore in our conversation with Jason McDonald, best-selling author of digital marketing and internet …

LinkedIn Creator Mode: Your Killer Secret Weapon for LinkedIn Growth

June 21st, 2023

25:14

Ready to unlock the full potential of LinkedIn Creator Mode and skyrocket your reach? I've got you covered with a game-changing episode that reveals …

Using Behavioral Science in Marketing [Nancy Harhut Interview]

June 14th, 2023

40:04

Discover the power of psychological principles in marketing as we chat with Nancy Harhut, author of "Using Behavioral Science in Marketing." Uncover …

AI is Transforming Digital Marketing - Here's What You Should Know NOW!

June 7th, 2023

31:53

What if AI could be the game-changer you need to revolutionize your digital marketing strategy? In this captivating episode, I unlock the power of AI …

How to Build an Army of Irrationally Loyal Fans to Your Brand [Deb Gabor Interview]

May 31st, 2023

57:17

Imagine building an army of irrationally loyal fans for your brand, fans who keep coming back for more and help your business thrive in today's competitive marketplace. In our captivating conversation with branding …

The 10 AI Tools for Marketing That I Am Using Today

May 24th, 2023

59:52

Discover the top 10 AI marketing tools that I personally use and love! 

In this episode, I'll reveal my favorite tools and give you a demo of each …

How to Analyze Marketing Data To Improve Your ROI [Emma Lo Russo Interview]

May 17th, 2023

40:48

Has your marketing data been feeling a little flat?

Are you looking for ways to increase your ROI? 

Look no further! 

In this interview with the digital marketing analytics and ROI dashboard Digivizer CEO and co-founder, …

The ROI of Podcasting is Not What You Think

May 10th, 2023

19:36

In this episode of the Your Digital Marketing Coach podcast, I'm diving deep into the world of podcasting and exploring the true value it can bring to your business! 

Podcasting isn't just about monetizing your content; …

Building a Sustainable Marketing Machine for Small Businesses: Expert Advice [Andrew Schulkind Interview]

May 3rd, 2023

47:37

In this episode I interview Andrew Schulkind, the author of "Marketing for Small B2B Businesses: How Content Creates Marketing Muscle and Powers …

Stop Being a Cheapskate: The Importance of Investing in Marketing

April 26th, 2023

13:19

In this podcast episode, I discuss the importance of investing in marketing and not being too frugal with marketing budgets.

I share personal examples of how investing money in the right areas can lead to significant …

The Conversion Code: Real Step-by-Step Advice for Sales-Focused Marketing [Chris Smith Interview]

April 20th, 2023

44:01

In this episode of the Your Digital Marketing Coach podcast, I interview Chris Smith, author of The Conversion Code, about implementing a sales-focused marketing strategy.

We discuss the science behind the convergence …

What the Heck is Holistic Marketing?

April 13th, 2023

16:00

The creator economy has unleashed a new generation of creators who seek to become niche experts.

While having niche expertise in an industry can be …

How to Develop a B2B Influencer Marketing Program [Tim Williams Interview]

April 6th, 2023

1:04:05

One might argue that influencer marketing should be an even more important marketing channel for B2B brands, but most simply misunderstand what is …

Livestreaming Changes Everything

March 30th, 2023

18:49

Are you looking to breathe some new air into your digital marketing?

Want to create content that can truly be leveraged across EVERY social media and …

5 Unconventional Content Marketing Approaches [Joe Pulizzi Interview]

March 25th, 2023

55:41

If you have an interest in content marketing, you might know who Joe Pulizzi is and his absolute authority on the subject. 

But just in case, Joe is …

R.I.P. Marketing Campaigns. Do THIS Instead.

March 17th, 2023

13:18

You've heard it a million times: you need to do marketing campaigns if you want your business to grow.

But what if I told you that's not actually …

How to Grow Your Business with High Velocity Digital Marketing [Steven Mark Kahan Interview]

March 9th, 2023

36:00

67 percent of B2B buyers no longer prefer to interact with sales representatives when making purchasing decisions. Gathering information online is now the hallmark of the buying process.

This is great background for …

Human x A.I. : Unleashing the Power of A.I. in Marketing [Greg Starling Interview]

March 2nd, 2023

50:09

Following up on my report from the Generative AI conference, today's guest has transformed a social media dashboard into becoming an AI ghostwriter …

The Future of A.I. is NOW: 15 Takeaways from Jasper's Generative AI Conference

February 27th, 2023

53:35

The use of AI in marketing and business in general is evolving much quicker than you might think. I had a chance to attend Jasper's Generative AI …

Exponentially Improve Your Social Media through Authentically Social Content

February 16th, 2023

24:40

Social media is not an option for generating organic traffic back to your website anymore.

It is time to use social media what it was intended for, and to reap the benefits and gain a competitive advantage compared to …

How to Leverage TikTok for Brand Growth and Influencer Collaborations [Cassie Petrey Interview]

February 9th, 2023

43:06

TikTok is becoming more critical of a channel to tap into a new generation and new trends. But there are many things that we can apply from our legacy social media marketing into understanding and leveraging this newest …

ChatGPT, AI and Search Engines: My New Perspective and Advice for You

February 2nd, 2023

29:13

Yes, there is a lot of buzz about ChatGPT, but what exactly does it mean for your business and what should your next steps be? Listen to my …

How to Get 1 Million Views on Your Instagram Reels [Travis Brown Interview]

January 26th, 2023

46:19

Looking to improve your Instagram Reels? Today's special guest, Travis Brown (@travisbrown on Instagram) will teach you the tips and tricks to get …

My 42 Tools Marketing Technology Stack for 2023

January 19th, 2023

38:20

I recommend my clients always do an audit of their marketing technology stack on an annual basis, so here I am sharing my own stack in hopes of …

How to Foster Meaningful Conversations That Engage and Move People [Minter Dial Interview]

January 13th, 2023

44:24

Networking and fostering meaningful conversations to engage and move people are core skills that every marketing professional, entrepreneur, and …

How My Marketing - and Business - Performed in 2022

January 10th, 2023

31:15

Welcome to episode 300! As part of an annual tradition, today I report to you on how my marketing channels and business did in 2022. I want to not only provide you the data to let you know why I recommend what I do, but …

Social Media Reveals from a TikTok Influencer - Who is Also a Doctor! [Dr. Brian Boxer Wachler Interview]

January 6th, 2023

34:36

Not every company is on board the TikTok train yet, but after listening to this episode, you will see TikTok in an entirely new way.

Meet Dr. Brian Boxer Wachler, a doctor who specializes in a rare disease of the eye …

It's Time to Get Serious About Short Form Video

December 22nd, 2022

28:03

TikTok. Instagram Reels. YouTube Shorts. You've heard the buzz around them, and you know that is where social media users are spending the most time consuming content today.

Short form video has transformed from its …

Google Analytics 4: What You Need to Know Today [Chris Cheetham-West Interview]

December 15th, 2022

35:46

One of the core tools that most marketers use to measure their ROI, Google Analytics, is undergoing its first major revision in more than a decade.

Your Community is Always a Subset (of Your Potential)

December 8th, 2022

17:40

One of the most impactful marketing concepts that I know and teach is this one: Your community is always a subset.

While originally geared towards …

Why Influencer Marketing is Your Best Marketing Investment When You Have Little Marketing Budget [Nisarg Shah Interview]

December 1st, 2022

37:12

While we have covered a lot about influencer marketing on this podcast, there is one facet that we haven't looked at: The cost-effectiveness of influencer marketing.

As we head towards a potential recession in 2023 and …

How I am Tweaking My Social Media Marketing for 2023

November 25th, 2022

22:41

Unplugging for a week being sick gave me a chance to reimagine my own social media marketing for the new year. The truth is, when it comes to social …

The New Rules for Repurposing Content in 2023 [Amy Woods Interview]

November 17th, 2022

51:50

Are you giving your content the attention it deserves? Do you create a video, podcast, or blog post, and then forget about it after its done. Meet Amy Woods, the queen of content repurposing, who is going to help you …

13 Influencer Marketing Trends for 2023 That You Should Know

November 10th, 2022

28:01

I’ve talked a lot about influencer marketing over the past several years, both on this podcast and in my book, “The Age of Influence.”

The practice of influencer marketing has changed since 2019 and 2020, when I wrote …

How to Successfully Create, Launch, and Promote Your Podcast

November 3rd, 2022

50:18

While not as popular as blogging, YouTube, or social media, podcasting still continues to grow and has tremendous value for those that get it and use …

Lessons from My Digital Entrepreneur Journey (So Far)

October 27th, 2022

23:48

Monetizing your knowledge by creating and selling digital products is not as easy as the experts make it out to be. I want to share with you my own …

How to Build Your Brand by Collaborating with Content Creators [Yash Chavan Interview]

October 24th, 2022

44:02

The heart of influencer marketing is collaboration. And at the heart of collaboration are content creators. A slight change in how you see influencer …

11 Takeaways from VidSummit 2022: How to Master YouTube (and YouTube Shorts)

October 13th, 2022

1:22:24

I attended VidSummit, the largest conference for YouTube marketing and influencers, recently, and I was blown away by what I learned. I was so blown away that I felt compelled to share ALL of my takeaways with you. And …

5 Ways to Get Free Backlinks and Boost Your SEO [Sam Dunning Interview]

October 10th, 2022

34:21

Search engine discoverability is as important today as it has always been. SEO requires you to have resourceful and helpful content as we all know …

11 Takeaways from Content Marketing World 2022

October 6th, 2022

1:10:09

I was honored to be able to speak - and thus attend - Content Marketing World for the first time this year. There were a TON of golden nuggets …

Why Every Business Should Offer an Online Course Freebie [Alyssa Marshall Interview]

October 3rd, 2022

44:40

What just might be the ultimate lead magnet? An online course.  And it doesn't have to be complex to create either.

Join me for this interview with …

What is Employer Branding and Why Is It Important to Marketers?

September 15th, 2022

27:05

As we market our brands on social media, we might get asked by some of our colleagues if somehow we can promote their job openings on our channels.

How to Grow Your Business through Networking [Dave Delaney Interview]

September 12th, 2022

49:48

Now that we are slowly coming out of the pandemic, it's time to get back to doing more things in person. Networking is one of them, and while there are still a plethora of opportunities to engage online, the same can be …

Your Digital Marketing Coach Podcast Introduction Trailer

September 10th, 2022

1:34

Hi! My name is Neal Schaffer and I am Your Digital Marketing Coach! If you haven't subscribed yet, please listen to my trailer to find out more about what this podcast is about! You can also learn more about me here by …

11 Takeaways from Podcast Movement 2022

September 8th, 2022

32:22

I had an awesome time at the world's largest event dedicated to podcasters and podcasting for business: Podcast Movement 2022 in Dallas, Texas.

Since you are listening to this podcast, you already know how compelling a …

The YouTube Formula: The Definitive Guide to YouTube Marketing [Derral Eves Interview]

August 25th, 2022

55:22

YouTube can be a powerful force in digital marketing when leveraged correctly. Many businesses just use YouTube as a place to upload their videos, …

My 15 Facebook Ads Strategy Tips to Implement TODAY!

August 18th, 2022

32:58

Regardless of whether we personally like Facebook or not, it is still one of the biggest players in social media and its presence cannot be ignored.

While this episode gives you some organic Facebook marketing advice as …

Web3, Marketing and the Ownership Economy [Ovi Negrean Interview]

August 11th, 2022

46:00

We have been hearing more and more a out Web3 and the so-called Ownership Economy, but what does it mean and how can it concretely be applied to marketing our product?

Enter Ovi Negrean, Co-Founder of the social media …

How to Easily Find Influencers for Your Business (Without Using Expensive Tools)

August 8th, 2022

20:26

With the growing importance of influencer marketing, I still often get asked: Neal, how exactly do we go about finding influencers for our brand?

How To Use Social Media To Improve Customer Experiences [Stacy Sherman Interview]

August 5th, 2022

37:40

I always talk about how social media can and should be used by businesses for more than just mere "promotion" or advertisement - there's nothing …

The Future of Facebook is Instagram. Here's How to Adjust Today. [Meta Boost Small Business Studios Report]

July 28th, 2022

41:46

The title of this podcast episode should not have surprised you. The question is, are you still doing social media marketing the same way you have …

Keyword Research: The Key to Understanding SEO for Your Business [Hilary Angrove Interview]

July 14th, 2022

47:33

Search engine optimization is still a golden opportunity for most companies, but many are still making the same mistake of ignoring a critical piece …

My Child Wants to Become an Influencer: What Should I Do?

July 11th, 2022

12:25

Have you ever heard your child, or a child that you know, say they want to become an influencer? A YouTuber? A TikToker?

You'd be surprised as to how …

The New B2B Marketing Rules in the Revenue Zone [Tom Burton Interview]

July 7th, 2022

41:08

Have you thought about how little control we have over the consumer or buyer these days?

With so many sources of information, a distaste for ads, and …

A Product Marketing Perspective on Personal Branding, Content and Influence

June 23rd, 2022

20:41

I recently did a 1/2 day training for a client that uncovered a plethora of unique opportunities which I want to share with you in this episode.

A product-centric approach to social media marketing can yield effective …

Marketing Artificial Intelligence: AI, Marketing and the Future of Business [Paul Roetzer Interview]

June 16th, 2022

33:13

Artificial intelligence is forecasted to have trillions of dollars of impact on businesses and the economy.

Yet many marketers struggle to understand …

Content Isn't King. Marketing Data Is.

June 9th, 2022

11:30

A lot of us in digital and social media marketing seem to get lost in the universe of content and engagement.

What gets lost in the conversation is …

How Email Marketing Generates Sales - Once You Get It [Bobby Klinck Interview]

June 2nd, 2022

56:26

Email marketing has been shown time and time again to have the highest ROI of any digital marketing channel, yet many businesses and entrepreneurs do …

SEO Backlinks: What are They, and Why More of Them Isn't Necessarily Better

May 30th, 2022

33:52

In digital marketing, the importance of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) cannot be understated.

One of the most powerful methods of climbing up the …

Pinterest Marketing: It's Time to Diversify Your Social Media Marketing [Kate Ahl Interview]

May 19th, 2022

46:57

If you've ever been curious about Pinterest, or are looking for ways to diversify your social media marketing, this episode is for you.

Kate Ahl is the undisputed Queen of Pinterest marketing. In this episode she shares …

What is Web 3.0 and How are Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies and NFTs Related?

May 16th, 2022

33:55

Welcome to Web3!

I had an amazing time at Joe Pulizzi's Creator Economy Expo, and I want to share with you what I learned specifically about Web 3.0 …

Partnership Marketing It's Time to Diversify Your Digital Marketing and Invest in Relationships [Matt Wool Interview]

May 12th, 2022

38:10

Of all of the marketing channels that exist, partnership marketing is one of the most under-utilized yet high potential opportunities that exist for businesses today.

Best represented by affiliate marketing, when done …

What a High School Shark Tank Competition Can Teach You About Marketing

April 28th, 2022

19:31

Can you summarize your current marketing program in a 30-second elevator pitch?

And if you could what would it include?

This episode is inspired by a …

How to Use Content Marketing To Establish Your Own Category

April 21st, 2022

34:56

Content is the currency of digital and social media, but it can actually even be more strategic than being a mere currency.

Content marketing can not …

Guest Blogging: Trick or Treat?

April 14th, 2022

21:15

Guest blogging is something that has been around for awhile but misunderstood by many. What is the benefit of blogging on someone else's site or inviting someone to blog on yours? And does Google approve of this?

Listen …

How Product-Led SEO Will Help You Reap Real ROI from Search Engine Optimization [Eli Schwartz Interview]

April 11th, 2022

42:53

Have you ever wanted to pick the brain of an SEO expert and get the real scoop on what makes for good - and bad - search engine optimization and even understand for what situations SEO might not be the best investment …

This is What AI - Generated Content Sounds Like

April 7th, 2022

23:56

We've been hearing for some time that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will change not only the way we do business but society as well.

The truth is, marketers have already started to use AI, many time without knowing it. …

A Fresh New Perspective on Instagram Marketing: How to Blog on Instagram [Terri Nakamura Interview]

April 4th, 2022

48:50

Are you looking for creative angles to your Instagram marketing?

Today's guest, Author of Blogging on Instagram, Terri Nakamura, will introduce you to a refreshingly unique way of looking at the platform that will spark …

The 10 Areas of Your LinkedIn Profile Where a Majority of You Are Failing

March 31st, 2022

37:27

Working with corporate clients I have developed my own 100-point LinkedIn profile audit score that looks at 20 different areas of a LinkedIn profile. And, year in and year out, most professionals underperform in these …

Top 5 B2B Content Marketing-Aligned Lead Generation Strategies [Jeff Baker Interview]

March 28th, 2022

48:43

Content Marketing. Blogging. Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Email Marketing. How do these all fit together seamlessly and strategically to help generate new leads and business?

This is the broad topic that I speak …

The Simple Formula to Social Media Marketing Success

March 21st, 2022

24:47

I just came back from speaking at Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices, the leading real estate company in the United States and the World,  annual …

How to Measure Your Digital Marketing Ads ROI in a Non-Trackable World [Elijah Kirsch Interview]

March 17th, 2022

40:16

Yes, there are big changes underway in the world of Facebook and Google Ads, in case you hadn't heard. Beginning with GDPR, the trends are slowly moving in the favor of consumers, and advertisers are being challenged in …

Twitter Marketing: A Fresh Perspective for 2022

March 14th, 2022

21:09

Twitter is an often forgotten about but potentially extremely powerful option for your social media marketing.

What impact can Twitter have on your …

TikTok vs Instagram: What the Best Platform for Influencer Marketing is in 2022 [Justin Kline Interview]

March 10th, 2022

36:20

Instagram has always been the King of influencer marketing, i.e. where a majority of influencer marketing budgets have been going, but with the emergence of TikTok, which is the best place to engage with and activate …

LinkedIn's Newest Features to Focus On for 2022

March 3rd, 2022

36:17

How powerful can LinkedIn be for your marketing?

And what might you be missing out on that is relevant for LinkedIn in 2022?

I have written 2 books on …

What is the Link Between the Creator Economy and Content Marketing? [Joe Pulizzi Interview]

February 24th, 2022

35:30

I talked about my perspective on the Creator Economy with its relationship to influencer marketing on episode 241 literally 10 episodes ago, but seeing how it is a trending buzzword these days, I wanted to invite on an …

The Why and How of Email Marketing

February 21st, 2022

19:49

If you are not building out an email list, you are leaving money on the table.

And if you have an email list but are not regularly engaging with your …

Everybody Says This is the Year of Video. But What Exactly Should My Business Do to Best Leverage Video? [Scott Miller Interview]

February 17th, 2022

26:30

Every year we come out saying that this is the year of video.

Seems that way doesn't it?

Even if you know you SHOULD be doing more video as part of your marketing, it can be challenging if you don't know exactly what you …

The Number ONE Thing You Can Do to Create IMPACTFUL Content for Digital and Social Media Marketing

February 14th, 2022

22:12

Content creators are able to generate engagement and influence because they are not always using their content to promote a product or service, but they are using their content to connect with their community and …

How Influencer Marketing Will Change in 2022 [P.J. Leimgruber Interview]

February 10th, 2022

32:12

Today I have a special guest who is also an influencer marketing expert discussing the past and future trends of influencer marketing. P.J. Leimgruber is the founder of one of the leading influencer marketing platforms, …

How to Pivot Your Digital Marketing Strategy for 2022

February 8th, 2022

34:33

With all of the changes that society, technology, and social media undergoes at a frenzied pace, have you taken a step back to analyze your results …

How Content Marketing Can Drive Thought Leadership [Rick Smith Interview]

January 13th, 2022

33:50

One of the benefits of content marketing is in generating thought leadership, but how exactly does it work?

This episode will go deep into content marketing, content syndication, traditional media, and how all of it can …

New Year New Digital Marketing: 10 Marketing Channels to Launch (or Relaunch) in 2022

January 6th, 2022

31:24

As we enter 2022,  are you looking for some new inspiration for your digital marketing? If so, this is the episode for you!

Join me as I give you my …

New Year New Digital Marketing: 10 Things to Invest Your Marketing Budget in in 2022

January 3rd, 2022

25:20

Welcome to 2022!

After reading all of those blog posts about social media and digital marketing trends for 2022, how are you going to invest your marketing budget this year?

This episode is focused on helping you find ROI …

How Influencer Gifting Can Build Your Business [Mike Baddeley Interview]

December 30th, 2021

26:12

In The Age of Influence, I talk about how leveraging influencers is the best way to incite word of mouth in social media if you don't have a large fanbase.

What Mike Baddeley did for his brand Passchier is a case study …

What is The Creator Economy, and What Is Its Relationship to Influencer Marketing?

December 27th, 2021

21:31

While many still cringe at the term "influencer marketing," something that has surpassed that buzzword of late is the "creator economy."

So what exactly is the creator economy, its relationship to influencer marketing, …

Why Video Ads in Social Media Convert Better Than Anything Else [Lauren Schwartz Interview]

December 22nd, 2021

32:02

Paid Social is a mainstream form of social media marketing, and while many focus on fine-tuning targeting, have you thought about the impact that …

LinkedIn Profile Recommendations ... for _High School_ Students?!?! (Yes, They Apply to YOU, Too!)

December 15th, 2021

28:58

The other day I was helping my high schooler daughter apply to a summer program, where in addition to her transcript and essays, they asked for her …

Digital Marketing Magic for Nonprofits - and For Profits [Beth Hammock Interview]

December 2nd, 2021

33:50

I have always thought that businesses can learn a lot from successful nonprofit marketing. The idea is that if a nonprofit that is strapped for …

What is a Fractional CMO? And How Can One Help My Digital Marketing?

November 29th, 2021

19:57

If you were to look at my LinkedIn profile headline or the main menu on my website, you might see a title that you don't recognize:

Fractional CMO

A lot of people ask me exactly what a Fractional CMO is and what I do as …

Why the Future of Content Marketing Isn't What You Think [Georgios Chasiotis Interview]

November 18th, 2021

36:20

A lot of us in digital marketing tend to treat content marketing like a digital machine. Create this content and expect these results. Unfortunately, …

What Does a Successful B2B Digital Marketing Program Look Like? [Andrew Smith Interview]

November 15th, 2021

37:23

Leapfrogging (pun intended as you will see shortly) off of my previous episode #234 speaking about the virtues of being a marketing generalist, here is a case in point: If you want to become a marketing leader, you need …

Should You Niche Down or Become a Generalist with Your Digital Marketing? My Answer Might Surprise You!

November 11th, 2021

19:55

"The riches are in the niches."

"You gotta niche down."

You've heard these over the years, including on this podcast. And I don't disagree with the advice if you want to gain visibility in a noisy market.

However, if you …

Best Practices in Leveraging Affiliate Marketing for Your Business [Kyle Kostechka Interview]

November 8th, 2021

48:45

What does the term "affiliate marketing" conjure up in your mind?

For those of you who have read The Age of Influence, you should remember that I …

Why I Am Doubling Down on Blogging - and Why You Should, Too

November 4th, 2021

19:17

A lot has been said about blogging, both good and bad. Is it dying? Isn't social media more important? All of these arguments miss the point: In a …

How to Measure Success in Influencer Marketing [Sanna Ödmark Interview]

October 22nd, 2021

32:50

Influence marketing will continue to be a critical part of digital marketing and only increase in importance as brands' organic social media reach continues to decline while newer form of short-form video that are the …

What Marketers and Entrepreneurs Need to Understand about Protecting Their Brands [Bao Tran Interview]

October 19th, 2021

31:26

We are all using digital marketing to grow our business, and in doing so we are creating brand equity along the way. Brand equity is a powerful …

What is the Future of Social Media Marketing in 2022? Here's My Take - and Advice for You

October 14th, 2021

28:56

If you're doing your social media for business or yourself the same as you have for the last few years, your time is up. All of the trends in social …

The ONE and ONLY Tool You Need for One Popular Social Media Platform is __________? [Melissa Megginson Interview]

October 4th, 2021

47:57

In all of the social media platforms that exists and the various marketing tools that businesses can use to support your presence there, there is one …

Why Digital and Experimenting Go Hand in Hand

September 30th, 2021

23:56

Digital and social media are the field of dreams for every business. The problem is that you first need a roadmap to get started, but even with that roadmap you will have your successes and failures, new discoveries, …

Why and How Online Business Success Often Comes Down to Relationships That You Must Build [The Product Boss Interview]

September 22nd, 2021

33:29

The world of advertisement has truly changed. Consumers are now savvy and smart – they know if the advertiser is genuine or not. In addition, the …

How to Create Content That Ranks on Search [Neil Sheth Interview]

September 16th, 2021

33:37

SEO ranking is critical for most business because it is the key to increase the brand’s visibility and attract potential customers where people …

Is Your Content Aligned with Your Business? Introducing Your Digital Marketing Coach Podcast

September 10th, 2021

20:53

Do you ever feel that sometimes your content or branding just isn't correctly aligned with your business? Or that your message doesn't leave the viewer or listener wanting to learn more about you or do business with …

Virtual Summits: Why and How to Launch Your First One and the Newbie Mistakes to Avoid [Rob Gelb Interview]

September 7th, 2021

41:43

The world of marketing is continuously changing, especially during this time of the pandemic. Virtual summits are now becoming popular and the most …

Want to Monetize Your Social Media Influence? Listen to This.

August 30th, 2021

21:04

As I’ve been doing social media marketing for quite some time, people often ask me, how do I become more influential on social media? How do I monetize my influence? How do I monetize social media?

But the thing is, …

How to Launch, Grow and Strategically Use Podcasting to Grow Your Business [Luis Diaz Interview]

August 20th, 2021

29:36

The power of podcasting is becoming more evident today as big companies and entrepreneurs are now using it in several ways to scale their businesses. 

In this episode, I'm joined by Luis Ryan Diaz, Founder and Chief …

How To Digitally Transform Your Personal Branding - and Yourself [Khaled ElAhmad Interview]

August 12th, 2021

32:44

We all know how important personal branding is today. That’s why we need to invest more in it. Despite the need, have you already transformed your personal branding to fit the digital age of today? 

In fact, let's take …

Content Creation Should be a TEAM Effort

August 6th, 2021

17:48

Stop trying to do everything yourself when it comes to content creation. You can still be 100% authentic with your content while involving others in …

How to Go from Content Ideas to SEO Results Faster and Easier [Bill King @ Frase Interview]

August 2nd, 2021

38:12

Ranking in google searches requires much effort and skills that can be time-consuming. From learning the Google algorithms, doing keyword research, working on links, and on-page optimization, you surely have a lot to …

Paid Social Media Advertising & Influence: What You Need to Know

July 1st, 2021

30:02

There are two main ways to grow your influence in social media: Organically through your own social media content or by spending money to advertise on the various social media sites. Influencer marketing, of course, can …

How to Use Influencers to Promote Your Business [Tom Augenthaler Interview]

June 24th, 2021

33:12

Influencer marketing should be a natural extension of your own marketing, and perhaps there is no better place for it than in B2B companies.

Listen in …

The Unique Relationship between Employer Branding, Employee Advocacy, Personal Branding - and Almost Everything Else in Marketing

June 17th, 2021

22:30

The Age of Influence is on the horizon, and the entrepreneurial perspective starts to shift from traditional marketing to digital marketing. How do you apply a people-centric strategy to leverage the power of word of …

7 Steps to a Million Dollar Virtual Event [Liam Austin Interview]

June 11th, 2021

51:06

Looking to make a splash in your industry? Virtual summits might just be the best way to do so toady. Perhaps you have registered for such a summit which had one or two dozen speakers, or maybe you have spoken at one.

If …

Business Success Begins by DOING

June 3rd, 2021

19:29

If you're listening to this podcast, you're doing so in hopes of implementing my advice or that from my guests in your company or own business.

As a content creator, the greatest respect you can pay me is in implementing …

Redefining Social Media Content Measurement and Strategy [James Creech Interview]

May 27th, 2021

38:05

You've probably heard the term "data-driven content strategy," but what does that mean exactly? And how can it be applied to our social media content?

Enter James Creech, Co-Founder & CEO of Measure Studio, whose …

13 Actionable Tips to Maximize Your YouTube Influence

May 20th, 2021

36:23

I don't pretend to be a YouTube expert by any means, but if you are new to the platform like I am, how successful you can be there is all about the …

How to Maximize Your Impact on Social With Video [Kate Skavish Interview]

May 13th, 2021

43:23

Look at your social media analytics, and you will probably notice that those posts that were or included a video component probably performed the …

How to Strategically Create Your Library of Content in One Year

May 6th, 2021

28:10

Instead of always trying to figure out what to write your next blog post on or wonder why you aren't ranking for strategic keywords, take my advice and learn how to plan out and build one year's worth of blog content …

5 Creative Ways to Set Up Your B2B Sales Team for Success [Pam Didner Interview]

April 29th, 2021

34:34

For B2B brands, your internal influencers are often your salespeople. They are facing your customer and often are the most active on social media because they can monetize their influence in the form of additional …

What Leaders Need to Know about Leveraging Influence

April 22nd, 2021

19:23

If you want your organization to yield more influence in social media, or if you are looking for your employees to become more active in social media to raise your company's digital profile, this episode is for you.

SEO & Social Media: Your One-Two Punch [Stephan Spencer Interview]

April 17th, 2021

55:15

If you want to learn how to apply the concepts of SEO to social media, you are in for a treat. Today's guest is one of the most recognized SEO experts, Stephan Spencer who is co-author of The Art of SEO, co-author of …

All You Wanted to Know about Marketing Funnels

April 13th, 2021

23:19

"It's all about your funnel." "You gotta have a funnel in place." "This tool will help serve all of your funnels." A lot of people say a lot of …

Going Live: Why Livestreaming Matters (Christoph Trappe Interview)

April 1st, 2021

40:56

Serial author and content marketing expert Christoph Trappe joins me for this episode dedicated to livestreaming and why it matters. We all know that …

Why Isn't Your Brand Trying to Become More Influential?

March 26th, 2021

23:36

Instead of always trying to tap into the influence of others, why isn't your brand trying to take a strategic approach to increase your own digital …

Every Successful Entrepreneur's Common Path to Uncommon Success (John Lee Dumas Interview)

March 19th, 2021

38:42

Why are some entrepreneurs successful while many others fail?

Since creating one of the most popular business podcasts of all time, Entrepreneurs on …

Winfluence: Reframing Influencer Marketing to Reignite Your Brand [Jason Falls Interview]

March 12th, 2021

39:52

Jason Falls is one of those guys in digital marketing I have had a ton of respect for many years. Imagine how surprised he was - and then how I was - that we both found out we were writing books on influencer marketing …

How to Scale Influence through Community (and Why I am Launching One)

March 4th, 2021

24:06

Whether you are a brand or a person, the ultimate sign that you have influence is when people are singing your praises when you are not in the room, …

How To Grow Influence In a Red Ocean [Jeroen Corthout Interview]

February 17th, 2021

44:25

How does one go about building influence in a crowded market?

I often go back to my own background in B2B sales and look at habits, partnerships, and focus.

That's why it was so refreshing to be joined by a special guest …

I'm On Clubhouse. Now What?

February 10th, 2021

37:56

New to Clubhouse? Trying to figure out how to get started and exactly what to do now that you have received that invite and joined the newest rage in social media?

Continuing on from my introduction to Clubhouse on …

How to Increase Your Influence With a 100-Page Book [Mike Capuzzi Interview]

January 28th, 2021

37:32

Have you ever wondered about how you can build influence by writing a book? 

Have you ever thought about writing a book but the process seems to be overwhelming and you simply don't have enough time in the day?

This …

My Initial Thoughts on Clubhouse, the Newest Social Media App

January 24th, 2021

29:36

Have you heard of the latest rage in social media Clubhouse? Have you received an invite on your smartphone and unsure as to whether or not you …

How to Maximize Your Real Estate Social Influence [Chris Stuart Interview]

January 13th, 2021

51:39

This week I am the one being interviewed, and by no other than real estate visionary and CEO of the leading real estate network BerkshireHathaway Home Services, Chris Stuart. I have had a chance to work together with …

If I Was Your CMO: Where to Invest in Digital and Social Media Marketing in 2021

January 7th, 2021

37:35

What are my predictions for 2021? Instead of trying to predict the future, which I don't think anyone can do accurately, I'd like to offer you my advice as your virtual CMO. Focusing on those key areas that I am …

The Importance of Influencer Collaboration in Building Influence [Amanda Russell Interview]

December 31st, 2020

48:35

Amanda Russell, author of The Influencer Code and Professor of Influencer Marketing at the University of Texas, Austin, joins me for a special interview about building influence in today's digital world. Amanda has an …

My Marketing Technology Toolstack for 2021

December 28th, 2020

39:29

This is part 2 (see Ep. 191 for part 1) of an introduction to my recommended marketing technology tools and apps for 2021, including a detailed …

The Technology and Tools You Need for Your Marketing Infrastructure (Part 1: WordPress Plugins)

December 17th, 2020

27:14

As we approach the end of the year, it's time to do an audit of our digital and social presence. One of the audits that I recommend you do on an …

Can an Introvert Become an Online Influencer? [Bob Gentle Interview]

December 9th, 2020

35:13

Is there something holding you or your brand back from digital success? Could it be that you might be a little on the shy side when it comes to a …

You're Measuring Social Media ROI All Wrong

December 2nd, 2020

28:15

Since publishing The Age of Influence, my thoughts on influencer marketing and social media marketing in general continue to evolve. As I prepare for …

How to Use Podcasting to Expand Your Reach and Land New Customers [Robert Loewenthal Interview]

November 25th, 2020

39:05

A lot of businesses don't realize that, like blogs, podcasts are not just a personal content medium but can also be used by businesses. To explain the various benefits of podcasting for businesses, I am joined by Robert …

What If I Told You You Already Had Enough Content to be Successful?

November 19th, 2020

39:08

We are told that, in order to yield more digital influence and be more successful in digital marketing, that we need to create more and more content, …

Content Marketing: Why It is Now a Business Strategy [Mariah MacInnes Interview]

November 13th, 2020

40:59

Join me in this interview with "Content Queen" Mariah MacInnes as we go deep into the value that content has for your business. Among other things, …

Why You Need to Invest in Content Longevity and Discoverability Going Forward

November 10th, 2020

16:47

As we close out a year and enter a new one, it's time to holistically look at our digital and social media marketing strategy.

If content is the …

Why Understanding Your Audience's Pain Point is the Secret to Digital Success [Mitchell Levy Interview]

October 29th, 2020

41:23

Today's special guest is Mitchell Levy, global authority on credibility and the author of the brand new book Credibility Nation. In this episode Mitchell breaks down why understanding your customer's pain point is the …

Influencer Marketing for Search Engine Optimization: Building Backlinks for SEO

October 21st, 2020

33:40

You're blogging - check. You're doing your keyword research and focusing on competitive keywords - check. You're optimizing all of your blog posts for SEO - check.

You're probably doing all of the above, but you're still …

How Networking Helps You Scale Your Business [Philip VanDusen Interview]

October 15th, 2020

42:13

Join me for this insightful interview with branding guru, fellow podcaster, and YouTube influencer Philip VanDusen. We talk all about the power of …

How to Optimize Your Content Publishing on Your Blog and Social Media

October 9th, 2020

25:53

As you publish more blog posts and content throughout social media on a wide variety of subjects that are relevant to your business, how do you know which content is performing better or worse? How can you take that …

Why Every Entrepreneur Should Publish a Book [Josh Steimle Interview]

October 2nd, 2020

44:36

If you want to yield influence in digital and social media you need to become a content creator. Not all content has the same longevity or impact, but if you wanted to make the biggest bang for your buck and create the …

The What, Why, and How of Podcasting

September 25th, 2020

19:30

If you are a marketer, entrepreneur, or business owner and you are listening to this podcast, why aren't you creating your own?

Podcasts are easier to …

WHY You Need to and HOW to RESET Your Marketing TODAY [Jay Baer Interview]

September 17th, 2020

37:09

The digital first mindset that your business needs to survive today is only part of the story. My special guest for today, the legendary marketing author and speaker Jay Baer, argues that the circumstances that we live …

The 11 Blogging Mistakes Your Business Might Be Making

September 11th, 2020

36:02

I have been blogging since 2008, and to be honest with you I really didn't think strategically about blogging since fairly recently when I started talking about the freshness of content on episode 129 almost two years …

Corona Marketing - What Marketers Need To Know Now [Joe Pulizzi Interview]

September 5th, 2020

50:57

Today the Godfather of content marketing, Joe Pulizzi, joins me as a special guest to help you find opportunity in the midst of the coronavirus. Our …

Why I am Investing Time in Being Interviewed on 100 Different Podcasts

August 27th, 2020

26:22

I got really serious about podcasting in 2020 142 episodes after I began this podcast. I got even more serious with the publication of The Age of Influence, utilizing this podcast to build a community that listens to …

How to Rethink Innovation to Grow Your Business [Carla Johnson Interview]

August 21st, 2020

41:59

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What sets successful businesses and professionals apart? One might argue it is all about being able to innovate. Fortunately for our …

My Guide to Help You Maximize LinkedIn for Your Business

August 12th, 2020

25:21

Social networks come (TikTok) and go (Google Plus), and some merely borrow the best features of other social networks to continue innovating (Instagram). The one thing about social media that has NOT changed since I …

Navigating the Marketer's World of Constant Change: How to Thrive During a Pandemic [Ken Fitzpatrick Interview]

August 6th, 2020

39:36

While the current coronavirus pandemic has provided us some urgency in which we need to tweak our marketing, the fact of the matter is that anyone in charge of marketing their business always need to pivot amidst the …

How to Gain More Experience - and Yield More Influence - in Social Media

July 29th, 2020

13:13

I often get asked by marketers in transition or recent graduates how they should navigate the job market as a digital marketer. Whether you are …

Why Earned Media is More Important Than Ever During a Pandemic [Valerie Christopherson Interview]

July 22nd, 2020

36:33

In crisis there is opportunity, and for those who understand how media consumption has changed during this coronavirus pandemic, there are distinct opportunities for your business to appear on the radar of more people …

How to Leverage Your Employees as Influencers

July 15th, 2020

35:46

According to my brand affinity model for influencer marketing, your employees are those that naturally have the most brand affinity for your company because they are an organic part of it. How, though, do you activate …

What You Need to Do Today to be Successful on Instagram [Ace the Gram Interview]

July 9th, 2020

45:53

Instagram has become a critical piece of the puzzle for most businesses because of its popularity and high engagement, but not everybody succeeds on …

How to Gain Clear Visibility into Your Digital and Social Media Marketing Activities

July 1st, 2020

23:45

How do you know what impact everything that you do in digital and social media marketing has on your business? The secret comes down to what I call the PDCA approach to marketing that my agency is named for, but more …

The Many Ways to Become an Influencer Today [John Lee Dumas Interview]

June 25th, 2020

22:16

John Lee Dumas is one of the most influential rockstar entrepreneurs out there, and it was an honor to interview him for my podcast. You will learn a lot in this episode on John's story as to how he became an influencer …

Influencer Marketing During COVID-19: Still Worth the Investment?

June 19th, 2020

23:11

You might be wondering what impact COVID-19 might be having on influencer marketing. After all, you can't fly freely around the world to take pictures of product in exotic locations. But, as you know, travel influencers …

How to Skyrocket Your Qualified Organic Traffic [Farzad Rashidi Interview]

June 10th, 2020

44:36

For many businesses, their primary source of digital influence doesn't necessarily come from their social media presence but from their website. How to increase the digital influence of your website in the eyes of …

LinkedIn Message Ads: The Convergence of Influencer Marketing and Paid Social

June 4th, 2020

27:34

One of the goals of influencer marketing is to incite the word of mouth marketing that organic social alone can't, but there are times that we will still pay to play and employ Paid Social as part of our marketing. How …

Why the Riches are in the Niches in Online Business [Jillian Tohber Leslie Interview]

June 1st, 2020

37:49

You've probably heard the advice that if you want to become an influencer, you need to niche down. This podcast is going to be all about why the riches are in the inches and what you can do to take advantage of that. I …

The Hidden Power of Email Marketing to Scale Your Digital Influence

May 26th, 2020

29:23

1 of the 6 pillars of digital marketing is email marketing, but it's often the one easy to forget as most talk about more trendy topics such as social media marketing, content marketing, or influence marketing (I'm …

SEO and Social: Honing the Skills Needed for a Modern Marketer [Cyrus Shepard Interview]

May 20th, 2020

30:41

What is the connection, and even the similarities, that marketers who want to improve at both SEO as well as social media need to have? Join me in this interview with one of the world's leading experts, Cyrus Shepard, …

An Introduction to The Age of Influence and Resetting Your Perspective on Digital Influence

May 14th, 2020

20:13

Why does influencer marketing and collaborating with influencers regardless of industry have such incredible promise for businesses now and well into …

How Human Writing - and AI Content Creation - Will Help You Scale Your Digital Influence [Kate Bradley Chernis Interview]

May 11th, 2020

42:29

This episode features an interview with Kate Bradley Chernis, Co-Founder and CEO of the content marketing tool Lately, which helps you automatically …

Influencer Marketing before the Internet: A Personal Case Study to Help Guide You Towards Success Today

April 30th, 2020

18:36

Today is a very special episode dedicated to a very special personal, my father, who recently passed away at the age of 93. By sharing his life story, not only will you better understand my DNA as an educator and …

How to Pivot Your Marketing During the Coronavirus Pandemic

April 15th, 2020

16:34

This is the 3rd in a series of episodes helping you make sense of what the coronavirus pandemic means to your business. This episode will be focused on the marketing aspect of your business. Is it OK to publish content …

Why Your Business Needs to be More Human Than Ever During the Coronavirus Pandemic [Mark Schaefer Interview]

April 9th, 2020

32:42

Today's episode is a special interview I had with a special friend, Mark Schaefer. Mark is one the true few thought leaders in the marketing space, whose most recent book Marketing Rebellion talks about how the most …

COVID-19: What Your Business Needs to Do to Survive During the Coronavirus Pandemic

April 1st, 2020

15:00

Today's episode is a special edition broadcast because so many clients and others have asked what our businesses should do in the midst of the …

How to Create and Implement an Instagram Strategy to Grow Your Brand [Christy Laurence Interview]

March 25th, 2020

38:46

Instagram requires a very different strategy compared to other social networks in order to be successful. I had the pleasure of interviewing Christy …

Getting Started with B2B Influencer Marketing

March 19th, 2020

26:31

Today I want to share with you a real-life example of how I am rationalizing my client's marketing spend and the different options we are considering for B2B influencer marketing. If you are looking to create fans for …

How Every Small Business Can Increase Sales with Video [Jayson Duncan Interview]

March 13th, 2020

51:25

Are you looking to do more with video in social media? Join me for this interview with video marketing expert Jayson Duncan as we discuss how can …

How to Know When It's Time to Monetize Your Influence

March 7th, 2020

20:14

As you try to build more digital influence, you might start wondering when and how to begin monetizing your efforts. This episode provides you a number of different scenarios for both the different triggers which might …

How to Become a Published Author [Lee Constantine from Publishizer Interview]

February 29th, 2020

57:11

Did you know that my new book on influencer marketing, The Age of Influence, began as a test market on a crowdsourcing platform for authors called Publishizer? It's true! You can even see my original proposal page here:

How to Scale Your Digital Branding

February 18th, 2020

13:14

Whether you work at a company with staff or you are an entrepreneur, you need to scale so that you can focus on your business and have other experts around you do what they are good at. This includes your digital and …

LinkedIn Ads: A Comprehensive Look (AJ Wilcox Interview)

February 11th, 2020

30:49

Everybody talks about Facebook and Instagram Ads, but what about LinkedIn Ads? If you are targeting a lucrative demographic or are a B2B company, …

Pinterest Marketing for Those Who Still Don't Get It

February 5th, 2020

29:00

I have published 3 other episodes about Pinterest marketing, but because Pinterest continues to deliver results for me, I wanted to share you with my …

Free PR: How to Leverage the Media to Amplify Your Brand Exposure and Increase Credibility without Spending Money [Adrian Salamunovic Interview]

January 30th, 2020

57:12

Join me for an interview with Adrian Salamunovic, Founder of Earned.co and Author of FREE PR, where we discuss all of the free things you can do to get media exposure. This includes learning how to differentiate …

How to Do Influencer Marketing the Right Way in The Age of Influence

January 24th, 2020

22:44

There is an incredible amount of misinformation out there about influencer marketing. Fake followers, phony engagement, people that come out of …

Fanocracy: The Next Evolution in Marketing? [David Meerman Scott Interview]

January 7th, 2020

24:44

Join me for an insightful interview with the bestselling marketing author David Meerman Scott, who's The New Rules of Marketing and PR has sold more …

Influencer Marketing for Even the Smallest of Businesses

November 6th, 2019

34:04

If you think influencer marketing is just about famous consumer brands spending lots of money to have YouTubers and Instagrammers talk about them, you are far from the truth! Discover how any business in any industry …

How Can Marketers Stay Ahead in a Rapidly Changing Industry? [Yam Regev Interview]

October 21st, 2019

56:01

If you are a marketer, especially a digital or social media marketer, it really gets more and more difficult with each passing day to keep track of …

Want to Excel at Social Media Marketing? You Need to be an Active Consumer of Social Media First

October 6th, 2019

22:27

For whatever social media channel you want to become proficient at, STOP listening to this podcast and START becoming a user of the channel! As marketers, we sometimes look for new social networks or content mediums to …

LinkedIn for Students: What Do I Put in My LinkedIn Profile if I am a College Student?

June 21st, 2019

27:35

How do you advertise your profile amongst so many professionals while you are still only a college student? And what might professionals learn about …

Customer Experience Marketing: Why You Must Embrace It to Stand Out as a Business [Dan Gingiss Interview]

March 14th, 2019

26:59

Customer experience marketing. It's a buzzword that a lot of people throw out, but what exactly does it mean, how important is it to you business today, and what are the first steps you can take to implementing customer …

How To Optimize Your Blog Posts For Higher Search Rankings And Stay Ahead Of The Competition

February 28th, 2019

29:26

Getting to the front page in the search rankings is a battlefield - you're fighting a war! The struggle to stay relevant and compete with an ever …

The (Social Media) Marketing Trends You Need to Understand Today [Matt Navarra Interview]

January 3rd, 2019

23:37

Social media keeps changing. It seems that every few weeks you hear that Facebook has some new algorithm that messes up all the energy you’ve been putting into it. Then a new feature appears and everyone tells you how …

Wake Up Call: It's Time for Social Media Marketing 2.0

December 13th, 2018

22:37

16 days. 6 countries. 2 continents. After a business trip around the world, I pondered what role businesses should play in social media. And then it …

It’s Time to Bring Content, Organic Social and Performance Marketing Teams Together [Falcon.io Interview]

November 26th, 2018

22:06

I recently keynoted social media enterprise platform company Falcon.io's Spark conference in Copenhagen, Denmark on the topic of influencer marketing

Your Definition of Influencer Marketing is WAY Too Narrow: Influence is EVERYWHERE in Social Media

October 31st, 2018

22:38

Influencer Marketing is about way more than just Instagram influencers with millions of followers. This episode is a preview of Neal's new book on …

The Influencer Marketing ROI of Creating and Publishing a Roundup Post [Codrut Turcanu Interview]

October 23rd, 2018

23:51

Roundup posts are a powerful form of influencer marketing when strategically planned and implemented correctly, especially but not limited to B2B …

How to Create Your Own Instagram Followers Policy to Increase Your Community and Gain More Engagement

October 19th, 2018

38:56

On this podcast I first compare the concept of an Instagram follower policy with that of other social networks and then focus on detailing my …

An Insider's Look at the Influencer Marketing Industry [OpenInfluence Interview]

October 8th, 2018

28:19

What are the biggest issues facing the influencer marketing industry today? And how can marketers best navigate the influencer landscape? Join me for an exclusive insider's look at the influencer marketing industry in …

How Fresh is Your Content? A "Fresh" Look at Content Marketing

October 1st, 2018

30:48

How fresh is your content? Content is the currency of social and digital media, yet what type of content in what content medium do you publish in …

How Harvard Medical School Does Visual Social [Jay Shemenski Interview]

February 24th, 2016

20:29

Today Neal is mixing it up with an interview as he gets ready to hit the road again in the next couple of months. He’s talking to someone he’ll be …

10 Tips to Hack Your Social Media Growth

February 18th, 2016

21:02

Today I'm talking about something that I haven't talked about before: growth hacking. Growth hacking is basically how to quickly create a robust social presence on a newly launched effort in a short amount of time. I …

How to Create Processes for Your Social Media Program

February 12th, 2016

23:46

Today’s show is about something I'm very passionate about both for my clients and for my own brand: taking social media seriously. Social is becoming a bigger part for businesses large and small, and they are spending …

Product Hunt Ask Me Anything: Answering Your Questions about Social

February 3rd, 2016

27:03

Not long ago, Neal was on an “Ask Me Anything” on Product Hunt, a website that showcases new products, apps, and startups. Today he’s sharing some of the questions he answered during that session because he thought …

My Social Media Theme for the New Year: Focus

January 18th, 2016

20:40

Happy new year and welcome to the first solo episode of 2016. I've been thinking a lot about skills of the best social media marketers, and what I …

Enterprise-Wide Employee Advocacy is a Natural Outcome of Social Business [Sociabble Interview]

January 5th, 2016

22:07

Today Neal is sharing an interview he did with Marylin Montoya of Sociabble. Sociabble, one of the sponsors of the 2015 Social Tools Summits, is an …

Live Streaming: An Essential Component of Content Marketing [Abbson Live Interview]

December 21st, 2015

18:44

The Social Tools Summit was a couple of months ago now, but I am still sharing some great conversations I had around the event. On today’s podcast, …

Everything You Wanted to Know about Employee Advocacy [PostBeyond Interview]

December 14th, 2015

22:47

Today on the podcast, Neal is sharing an interview he did at the Social Tools Summit in San Francisco with Chad McCaffrey and Daniel Hebert of …

How to Reach Out to Bloggers and Social Media Influencers

December 7th, 2015

16:34

Here's my advice on how to reach out to bloggers, influencers, and anyone else you want to talk about your company. It’s important to remember that bloggers and influencers are busy people being pinged by lots of other …

Rediscovering the Value of Social Media for Business - in South Africa - Part 2

November 30th, 2015

18:52

Neal recently visited South Africa and was interviewed on South Africa FM. Last week, you heard the first half of that interview. This week, listen in to hear a continuation of the conversation about social media for …

Rediscovering the Value of Social Media for Business - in South Africa - Part 1

November 23rd, 2015

19:57

Neal is back! You’ve heard him talk about keeping it real in your social and your content, and he wants to keep it real. Neal’s goal is always to do …

Announcing My New Ebook: Maximizing LinkedIn for Business

November 16th, 2015

20:19

Today Neal is coming to you from Clearwater, Florida, where he actually did this podcast episode as a Periscope broadcast. And while he does talk a little bit about Periscope in this episode, what he’s mostly discussing …

How to Refine Your Visual Voice and Engage on Instagram

July 31st, 2015

22:12

Neal has been in Japan these last few weeks, and he’s been thinking a lot about the power of mobile. This week Neal is talking about the social network that you can only engage in from mobile: Instagram. It’s important …

How Cathay Pacific Built a Global Employee Advocacy Program

July 6th, 2015

24:22

This week Neal is coming to you from Japan, and he’s talking to Dennis Owen, from Cathay Pacific. The two are talking about Cathay Pacific’s …

Why It's Time to Prune Your LinkedIn Connections

June 30th, 2015

18:05

When Neal first started speaking and blogging about social media, he focused on LinkedIn. But the platform has changed so much since the beginning, …

My New Video Workshop: Content Marketing for Social

June 25th, 2015

12:28

This week on the podcast, Neal is sharing a new project with you. In his social media consulting business, he gets very broad and occasionally vague …

What Content Marketers Can Learn From Publishers

June 18th, 2015

12:03

Neal is at the Corporate Social Media Summit this week, speaking and leading panels on all things social media and content creation. In this episode, …

How to Create a System for Your Content Marketing

June 10th, 2015

21:37

After talking with people all over the world about social media, today Neal is talking about content. Yes, content is important, but with an oversaturated market, it’s important that the content you are creating and …

How to Generate Leads from Facebook with TabSite [Mike Gingerich Interview]

May 26th, 2015

14:58

This week, I am coming to you from Victoria, British Columbia, in Canada where I keynoted Social Media Camp. At the event, I ran into my friend Mike …

My Best Social Media Advice? Ignore Everyone's Social Media Advice.

May 19th, 2015

12:19

Coming to you from the Women’s Business Symposium, sponsored by Comerica Bank, and benefitting Girls, Inc., this week Neal is discussing when to listen to advice, and when to ignore it. Last week, he held the event that …

The Value of Content Curation with Curata

May 12th, 2015

24:44

Today Neal is talking with Pawan Deshpande, the CEO and Founder of Curata. They discuss Curata on the eve of the Social Tools Summit in Boston. …

Creating Employee Advocates with GaggleAMP

May 4th, 2015

24:56

Neal talks with Glenn Gaudet, the CEO and Founder of GaggleAMP. This tool helps companies and social media manager create employee advocates within …

Using Simply Measured to Drive Social Media ROI with Measuring and Planning

April 30th, 2015

14:13

Neal discusses an amazing tool that is used by serious social media marketers everywhere, Simply Measured. He’s talking to Ron Schott, the Director …

How Likeable Hub Helps Businesses Capture the Benefits of Social

April 27th, 2015

16:19

Today Neal is introducing you to another social media tool that can help you reap the benefits of the wide world of social: Likeable Local. He’s …

How to Use Live Video in Your Marketing Strategy

April 21st, 2015

17:31

This week, Neal Schaffer interviews Chad Abbot of Abbson Live. Chad will be joining the Social Tools Summit next month, and Neal wanted to talk to …

Introducing Oktopost: The B2B Social Media Marketing Management Tool

April 13th, 2015

18:57

This week Neal Schaffer introduces you to Oktopost and the man behind it, CEO and Founder Daniel Kushner. Oktopost is another great social media …

Reintroducing Agora Pulse: The Social Engagement Dashboard for Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

April 7th, 2015

24:59

At the Social Media Marketing World event in San Diego last week, Neal Schaffer met all kinds of great people, one of them being Emeric Ernoult. …

From the CeBIT Global Conferences: Introducing Blappsta - Turn Your Blog into an App

March 31st, 2015

13:45

This episode brings you into the atmosphere of the CeBIT Global Conference, where Neal Schaffer met Steven Zielke, who helped found the Rock the Blog event. But that’s not the only thing he’s founded: enter Blappsta, a …

From the CeBIT Global Conference: The Role of IT (Information Technology) in Social Media

March 25th, 2015

25:03

This week is a special episode, recorded at the CeBIT Global Conference (CGC) in Hannover, Germany. Neal Schaffer spoke and participated in this …

7 Reasons LinkedIn Should Become Your New CRM

March 6th, 2015

22:46

Many companies invest in using a customer relationship management tool, or CRM, such as Salesforce. But there’s a free tool at your fingertips that …

Guest Blogging is Here to Stay: Respect the Content and the Creators

February 23rd, 2015

18:02

Some people say that guest blogging is dead, but Neal Schaffer disagrees. Content curation is a great way to have enough content to share, and it’s beneficial for both business and the content creators. How? This week, …

There are Options: How to Help Your Small Business through Social Media Marketing

February 11th, 2015

16:37

I get a lot of requests from various businesses saying, “We’re behind on our social media, and we need help.” A lot of these calls for help are coming from people with small businesses, so today I want to discuss some …

5 Things You Need for a Successful Social Selling Infrastructure

February 4th, 2015

17:59

Neal has talked a lot about the benefits of social selling and some of you are farther down the road of creating a successful social selling program …

The Role of Stories and Human Interaction in Sharing Your Expertise

January 30th, 2015

20:22

You’ve heard about Neal Schaffer’s Social Tools Summit that he’s launching this May in Boston, but maybe you haven’t heard why he’s creating this …

Employee Advocacy, Social Selling, and The Missing Alignment Between Sales and Marketing

January 26th, 2015

22:59

What is the relationship between social selling and employee advocacy? Neal goes deep into describing the evolution of social business and how it is …

9 Things You Should Focus Your Social Media Efforts On in 2015

January 13th, 2015

20:14

Where should you focus your social media efforts and budget in 2015? In this episode, Neal Schaffer encourages you to start the year by analyzing …

Restarting Your Social Media Marketing Strategy for 2015

December 24th, 2014

13:56

Is your social media strategy stuck in "2011 social media?" Let Neal help guide you through how to re-measure your social media ROI and reallocate your precious resources for your social media program in 2015.

Key …

Announcing the Social Tools Summit

December 16th, 2014

15:45

Neal introduces the how, what, and why of the first social media event in which he will be curating and co-producing to serve the social media …

LinkedIn Publishing Platform Tips: Should I Republish My Blog Content on LinkedIn?

December 9th, 2014

12:48

Now that you see the value in publishing on LinkedIn, should you simply republish your blog's content on LinkedIn? Or ... ? Neal responds to the …

9 Concepts to Raise Your Social Media Marketing to the Next Level

December 4th, 2014

16:24

Neal gives a preview of his upcoming one day workshop in Bucharest, Romania by focusing in on those advanced social media marketing concepts that you need to dive into to help you raise your social media to the next …

]This is How You Create a Community in Social Media through a Social Media Campaign

November 26th, 2014

16:40

Neal shares best practices with social media campaigns by showcasing Passion Planner's Kickstarter campaign and what can be learned from it.

Key Highlights

[01:40] What's the Best Social Media Campaign for Me?

[02:45] …

Want to Improve Your Social Media Marketing? Start with These 6 Ideas

November 19th, 2014

13:45

This episode goes into depth on what a pre-sales social media consulting call would look like, and with that six ideas to improve your social media …

What I've Learned in Building a New Social Media Community

November 11th, 2014

21:27

Neal talks about the launch of his new Social Media Center of Excellence Facebook Group and what he has learned building a new community in social media - and how you can leverage Neal's experience.

Key Highlights

[02:14] …

Protecting Your Content and Brand Equity in Social Media

November 4th, 2014

25:19

As your company's social media presence grows and you begin to yield "influence" in social media, you will be faced with those who copy your content as well as attack you. Neal shares his own experience as to how he …

Rediscovering the Potential Business Value of Facebook Groups

October 28th, 2014

18:56

Have you had a bad experience on a social network and refused to venture back into it? That's not good business sense. Perhaps it has happened to you by being opted-in to several Facebook Groups without your permission. …

Making the Instagram Transition from Personal to Business

October 24th, 2014

16:51

As Instagram continues to gain in popularity, many haven't started to leverage the opportunities that Instagram provides businesses. Neal introduces …

How to Take Your Employee Advocacy to the Next Level: An Interview with GaggleAMP

October 15th, 2014

23:19

Neal interviews Glenn Gaudet, CEO and founder of GaggleAMP, and talks about the history of employee advocacy and the challenges that face companies that try to launch such a program internally.

Key Highlights

[00:51] The …

Ello? What's all this talk about ELLO?

October 10th, 2014

10:59

A first look at the newest social network Ello. Should you sign up? Spend much time there? Use it for your business? Listen to Neal's advice and gain …

Creatures of Habit and The Business of Social Media

October 1st, 2014

14:20

How should small businesses approach an investment in social media? Learn how a social media consultant views how small business should consider what …

The Single Question to Help Guide Your Social Media Marketing

September 23rd, 2014

10:45

If you're looking to better leverage social media for marketing, this is the one question that you need to answer to help guide you towards implementing the right social media strategy.

Key Highlights

[01:18] The One …

The Importance of Consistency (and How It Relates to Paid Social) in Social Media

September 16th, 2014

14:01

Building a brand in social does not happen overnight. Learn about just how important consistency in your social media efforts are and how to use paid social to help accelerate it.

 Key Highlights

[01:10] Importance of …

Debunking the Pinterest Myth

September 9th, 2014

17:19

How can a B2B company find success in a social network like Pinterest? Find out how and learn some new tips, tricks, and concepts to help you Maximize Your Social in this episode.

Key Highlights

[01:11] What is Pinterest …

The Secret to Getting Content Featured into LinkedIn Pulse

September 3rd, 2014

15:18

Neal takes a deep dive into LinkedIn Pulse and reveals a "hidden" back door to help you get your content featured into LinkedIn Pulse.

Key Highlights

It's Time to Ctrl-Alt-Delete How You View LinkedIn

August 26th, 2014

11:44

LinkedIn is not about the connections but the engagements and relationships you can build with other professionals and businesses. This episode will change your perspective on LinkedIn for the better.

Key Highlights

How to Leverage Big Data to Optimize Your Social

August 19th, 2014

9:16

Neal introduces the concept of an anchor network and how to leverage big data through tools that analyze your own social presence to better optimize …

Holistic Social Media 101: Asking the Right Social Media Questions

August 12th, 2014

13:07

When looking at optimizing your social media program, are you asking the right questions? Neal will provide examples of a holistic mindset to help …

Understanding the LinkedIn Publishing Audience

August 5th, 2014

11:09

Neal reveals his "aha!" moment from his recent blog post on LinkedIn and offers advice on better understanding the unique demographic that is viewing your blog posts on LinkedIn.

Key Highlights


[00:40] Understanding the …

Neal's Fave Social Media Productivity Tips & Tools

August 1st, 2014

13:26

Spending too much time in social and achieving too few business results? Let me share with you my favorite social media productivity tips - and a …

Is it Time for You (and Your Business) to Unplug from Social Media?

July 30th, 2014

12:54

A look at why unplugging from social media is a critical component to a social media strategy as well important to understanding the ROI of social from a business and personal perspective.

 Key Highlights

[00:43] The …

The Definitive Guide to Employee Advocacy

July 24th, 2014

10:08

Neal announces his new free ebook, created together with the employee advocacy platform PeopleLinx, on how to create, manage, and measure an employee advocacy program regardless of the size of your business.

Key …

Social Media Lessons Learned from the Japanese Countryside

July 23rd, 2014

12:27

Neal shares the four things companies need to launch a successful social media program based on time he recently spent in rural Japan helping farmers …

Social Media Engagement from a London Pub

July 16th, 2014

20:44

Join Neal in a candid conversation over a pint from London as he introduces three of his social media friends who help provide fresh (but sometimes …

The Uniquely Engaging Pinterest Community Boards

June 24th, 2014

10:40

Pinterest Community Boards have a unique role in the world of social media. Find out why you should be leveraging them as part of your social media …

LinkedIn's Latest New Premium Features - What are They and Is it Worth the Upgrade?

June 18th, 2014

9:37

LinkedIn recently upped the ante of becoming a paid member with the new "Spotlight" account. Is it worth the upgrade? Listen on for Neal's detailed advice on the new features and why you may (or may not) be interested …

Want Social Media Marketing Success? Be an Active Community Member!

June 13th, 2014

10:04

If you're not finding success as a member of any given social network, chances are you simply aren't spending enough time there and becoming a true community member. From Twitter to Pinterest to SlideShare, Neal shares …

Are You Using Social Media for What it's Meant for?

June 9th, 2014

9:48

A look into the different ways social media users use Instagram as well as other social networks - and my recommendations for being the most …

Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Crowdfund Marketing

May 28th, 2014

12:46

Neal interviews crowdfund marketing expert Peter Trapasso at Cisco Live and gets to the gist of how to use crowdfunding as a marketing vehicle.

 Key Highlights

[01:18] Introduction of Podcast Guest, Peter Trapasso

[01:25] …

The Only Constant in Your Career is Change: Learn to Embrace It (Part 2)

May 20th, 2014

16:52

Neal continues providing his advice that he recently gave LinkedIn on career change and learning to adapt to – and thrive on – the constant change that is part of our everyday life.

Key Highlights

[01:09] Losing the Big …

The Only Constant in Your Career is Change: Learn to Embrace It (Part 1)

May 13th, 2014

21:48

Neal provides his advice that he recently gave LinkedIn on career change and learning to adapt to - and thrive on - the constant change that is part of our everyday life.

Key Highlights

[00:57] Career Curveball Series

Google Plus is Dying! Read All About It!

May 7th, 2014

12:39

A blog post recently published on TechCrunch claims that Google Plus is dying. Neal Schaffer analyzes the facts behind the article, the evolution of …

It's Time to Reset Your Email Marketing

May 2nd, 2014

15:06

Are you providing true value and building a relationship with your email subscribers? If not, it's time to do a hard reset with this advice from Neal Schaffer.

 Key Highlights

[02:27] My Advice on Email

[03:17] Why Email …

Are You Helping Your Customers Create Photographable Memories?

April 22nd, 2014

9:54

Neal provides advice to hotels - which is equally applicable to any brick-and-mortar establishment - on creating photographable memories to help your customers promote your presence in social media.

 Key Highlights

Social Media for Professionals (and Students): A Professor's Perspective [Niklas Myhr Interview]

April 18th, 2014

12:05

I had the pleasure of interviewing social media marketing professor Niklas Myhr, who teaches at Chapman University here in Orange County, California, about his social media classes and advice for both professional MBA …

Dynamically Adapting a Changing Content Focus to Your Social Media Marketing Strategy

April 8th, 2014

9:58

Is your business changing? Offering new products or services or maybe concentrating strategically on one or two products instead of ten? Your content strategy needs to change as well. Learn what you need to do - and …

How Social Media Complements Your Sales Funnel

April 1st, 2014

10:44

How to properly build a sales funnel that flows from social media to your website. Where does the funnel building process start?

Key Highlights


[01:53] How to Properly Build A Sales Funnel that Flows from Social to the …

How to Determine Objectives for Your Social Media Marketing Strategy

March 26th, 2014

11:14

Are you having a problem aligning business goals with your social media activities? Whether you are a large or small business, solopreneur, …

Protecting Your Online Content in a Digital World

March 18th, 2014

10:32

As companies create more content, more of that content will be illegally copied on the Internet. Find out what you can do to protect your content and fight those who steal it.

Key Highlights

[00:55] Today's Topic: Content

Understanding the Compelling Power of the LinkedIn Publishing Platform

March 13th, 2014

10:33

My firsthand experience of blogging on LinkedIn - and why and how you can leverage the power of the LinkedIn publishing platform.

Key Highlights

[01:41] How Are We Going to Use LinkedIn Platform

[02:04] LinkedIn's Special …

Best Practices in Blogger Outreach

March 4th, 2014

11:58

Your comprehensive guide to finding bloggers, auditing them, building relationships with them, and then inviting them to be part of your blogger outreach campaign.

 Key Highlights

[00:57] Dedicated Page of All My Podcast

Internal Communications and Social Media - What You Need to Know

February 25th, 2014

17:11

Neal interviews Internal Communications expert Rachel Miller while in London about the role of internal communications, internal communications …

How to Maximize Your Facebook Marketing [Interview with Mike Gingerich from TabSite]

February 19th, 2014

16:15

Neal interviews Mike Gingerich from TabSite on best practices in maximizing your Facebook marketing for your business regardless of size.

Key Highlights


[00:30] Introduction of Podcast Guest, Mike Gingerich

[02:00] Case …

Finding Time for Google Plus

February 11th, 2014

16:12

Many businesses see the potential value in Google Plus but few are investing the time they need to results. Join Neal as he interviews Google Plus …

Is Social Media Marketing World the Best Social Media Conference? [Michael Stelzner Interview]

February 4th, 2014

13:41

I am honored in this episode to interview the one and only Michael Stelzner, founder of Social Media Examiner, as he talks about the upcoming 2nd Social Media Marketing World in San Diego, California in late March, …

How Social Media is Taught in Universities

January 28th, 2014

17:25

Social media is beginning to be taught in universities as a core skill that students will need in the business world. Neal Schaffer interviews two professors at NOVA Southeastern University, Jim Barry and John Gironda, …

What's Missing in the Social Media ROI Debate: Accountability

January 20th, 2014

8:28

If you're accountable for your social media program, you're accountable for your social media ROI. Do you have a strategy in hand?

Key Highlights


[00:56] The Thing I See Missing About the Debate on ROI of Social Media

5 Easy Steps to Get Started Podcasting This Year

January 15th, 2014

16:37

I recently had a chat with fellow social media marketing professionals Debbie Miller and Albert Qian, both of whom want to get started podcasting. Listen to my advice, given while enjoying a bowl of ramen in the food …

My Social Media Marketing Predictions for the New Year

January 13th, 2014

10:37

What social media trends should businesses pay attention to in the new year? I explain the major trends that will help your business continue your …

The Hidden Power of Google Plus Circle Sharing

December 31st, 2013

13:46

Have you ever shared a Circle on Google Plus or seen others sharing one? Learn about their hidden powers and how to leverage what most businesses have yet to figure out!

Key Highlights

[01:43] The Advantage of Google Plus

Your Biggest Social Media Marketing Challenge? Internal Recognition

December 26th, 2013

13:42

Many find their biggest social media challenge to be an internal one: How to convince your executive team of your social media investment. Here's some advice on how to explain your social media team internally, build …

The Marketing Agency Perspective on Social Media Marketing

December 21st, 2013

11:37

While in Toronto speaking, Neal interviews @ValTorontoGal from Charming Media and @MegButton from Star Content Studios for advice that a Public Relations as well as Content Marketing Agency can offer your business.

Key …

Social Selling: Understanding the Basics

November 12th, 2013

10:09

A real-life analogy to help you understand how social selling is all about using social media to find information relevant to selling as well as choose the most effective communication channel to help engage with the …

Social Media for IT (Information Technology) Professionals? You Bet!

November 7th, 2013

16:36

A look into how information technology and project managers can proactively use social media and add value in a social business world.

Key Highlights

Benchmarking Your Website for Social Media, SEO & Mobile

November 4th, 2013

12:53

Neal provides a great resource to allow you to benchmark how well you are Maximizing Your Social, SEO and mobile aspects of your own website.

Key Highlights

[00:27] Benchmarking Your Website's SEO

[02:36] Analyzing Some …

Youtility: Jay Baer Shares Insights on Mobile, Content Marketing, and Social Media

October 24th, 2013

19:22

Jay Baer, the author of Youtility, shares the background to his book as well as his perspectives on mobile, content marketing, social media, and business.

Key Highlights

[00:30] Introduction of Podcast Guest, Jay Baer

What You Need to Know about Video and Social Media Marketing

October 21st, 2013

14:52

An interview with Jayson Duncan of Miller Farm Media talking about the convergence of the art of video and social media.

Key Highlights

[00:22] Introduction of Podcast Guest, Jayson Duncan

[01:37] The FFFirst Thing Jayson …

Questions CEOs Ask About Social Media

October 11th, 2013

9:15

What are the three things that CEOs should be worried about concerning their social media programs?

Key Highlights

[01:26] There's No Cookie Cutter …

Creating Special Moments with Your Social Media Followers / Leveraging the Ever-Changing Visual in Social

October 5th, 2013

12:41

The launch of the rebranded Maximize Your Social podcast (formerly Social Business Unplugged) goes into creating the importance of special moments …

The Evolution of Social Media Dashboards: What You Need to Know

September 25th, 2013

18:01

An interview with Tammy Kahn Fennell, founder and CEO of MarketMeSuite, on the evolution of social media dashboards and social productivity.

Key …

10 Recommended Paid Services for WordPress Blogs

September 21st, 2013

19:59

WordPress is free, but if you want to get the most out of your CMS for inbound marketing, here are 10 recommended paid services that you should look …

Video: The Missing Ingredient in Your Social Media Marketing Strategy

September 12th, 2013

11:42

Are you overlooking the potential power of video to help promote your brand? Read on about why Neal Schaffer chose to create a book trailer for …

How to Audit Your Social Media Presence

September 4th, 2013

14:06

The background for and importance of auditing your social media, with a concrete example comparing the Facebook presence of two hotels.

Key Highlights

[01:16] Social Media Audits

[01:45] Creating Baseline Numbers

[02:29] …

The Amazing Similarities Between Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing

August 29th, 2013

10:57

Engagement, relevance and relationships are as important in social media marketing as they are in email marketing.

Key Highlights

[00:41] My AHA Moments on Best Practices with Email Marketing

[02:18] Email Providers …

Facebook's Recent Changes: What Do They Mean?

August 21st, 2013

8:45

The truth about Facebook's recent changes: Nothing changed. You still need a data-driven approach to Facebook - and social media - marketing.

Key Highlights

[01:00] Recent Changes with Facebook

[02:38] How EdgeRank Works

Keeping Your Business Safe in Social Media

August 14th, 2013

11:12

Neal Schaffer details how his social media accounts recently got hacked - and provides six points of advice to help you avoid the same fate.

Key Highlights

[01:03] What is LastPass

[02:46] The Problem When I Didn't Change …

Are You Taking Pinterest Seriously?

August 6th, 2013

17:57

Learn about Neal Schaffer's Pinterest experiment - and the data which backs up why you shouldn't be ignoring Pinterest anymore.

Key Highlights

[00:49] …

All You Wanted to Know About Becoming a Social Media Influencer and Influencer Marketing

July 30th, 2013

12:31

What does it mean to be an influencer in social media? Why is it important to businesses? And how can people become influencers?

Key Highlights

[01:43] Have A Social Scoring

[03:21] What is Publicly Available Data?

[04:23] …

Looking for Social Media Marketing Help? Listen to This First!

July 3rd, 2013

11:59

Before you hire an intern or call up a social media consultant, first ask yourself these 5 critical questions to give your social media for business …

LinkedIn for Sales and Social Selling: It All Comes Down to Your LinkedIn Profile

June 25th, 2013

12:30

If you're on LinkedIn for sales, business development, or marketing, you need to realize that everything you do on LinkedIn leads back to your profile. Here's advice on how to improve upon it.

Key Highlights

[01:02] How …

From Windmill Networking to Maximize Social Business

June 18th, 2013

10:24

What is the value of guest blog posts on your website? Learn about the history of Windmill Networking along with advice on what type of content you …

What can social media do for MY business?

June 11th, 2013

9:49

A holistic and realistic perspective on the role social media marketing can play at your business.

Key Highlights


[01:08] How to Get Started in Social …

Does your social media branding back up your digital content?

June 4th, 2013

9:58
More companies are sharing more content in social media, but when a social media user has a conversation with your business, does your voice branding back up your content - and is it "human" enough to deepen online …

The State of the Social Media Marketing Union Today

May 30th, 2013

17:44

A deep analysis of Social Media Examiner's 5th annual Social Media Marketing Industry Report. Learn where the social media marketing market is today and what trends are in store for its future.

Key Highlights

[01:48] The …

The Secret to Business Success on Google Plus?

May 21st, 2013

8:39

Neal Schaffer reveals the secret fact that businesses should know in order to leverage the potential that is Google Plus.

Key Highlights

[01:23] Why Do …

Social Media Marketing is All about FOCUS!

May 14th, 2013

8:55

The importance of focus in everything you do in social media marketing: Platforms, content, and objectives.

 Key Highlights

[00:40] Why You Need to Perform Internal R&D

[01:28] FOCUS!

[02:00] What Focus In Social Medi …

The Evolution of Social Media Dashboards

May 1st, 2013

9:43

Join me as I share my own usage of and reviews of popular social media dashboards while also recommending some new ones for you to explore.

Key …

Got Good Social Media Marketing Apps? [Ian Cleary of Razor Social Interview]

April 25th, 2013

9:36

Ian Clearly of Razor Social joins us for a look at the best social media marketing apps for social media management, monitoring, and automation.

Key Highlights

[00:30] Introduction of Podcast Guest, Ian Cleary

[01:22] …

What the Heck is Empire Avenue?

April 8th, 2013

7:39

A look at Empire Avenue from a social media marketing perspective. Does it make sense for your brand to have a presence there?

Key Highlights

[00:46] …

Google Plus vs Facebook vs Twitter vs LinkedIn: The Grand Experiment!

March 29th, 2013

10:07

Through an experimental post, you will quickly discover the differences between the major 4 platforms and discover value in Google Plus that you might not have seen before.

Key Highlights

[00:49] One Big Difference …

Global Social Media Marketing: Does Your Brand have a Plan?

March 21st, 2013

7:30

Now that you have a robust social media marketing program running in your own country, what about the rest of the world?

Key Highlights

[00:41] Social Media Is A Lot More Global Than You Think

[01:40] Looking At Some …

Social Media and Crisis Management

March 13th, 2013

8:04

What is the best away to avoid a social media crisis? Listen to Neal Schaffer's advice and, instead of dwelling on the negative, focus on the positive by generating goodwill and brand advocates through growing a social …

5 Components of a BAD Social Media Marketing Strategy

March 6th, 2013

9:52

What makes a BAD social media strategy? Here I outline 5 key components that you should avoid in planning your own social media marketing strategy.

Content Marketing vs. Inbound Marketing: The Winner? CONTENT!

March 1st, 2013

8:25

Move beyond the semantic differences of content marketing and inbound marketing and learn about the central role that content will play in your …

Yes, There IS a Need for a Social Media Marketing MBA

February 22nd, 2013

8:19

Is there a need for a social media marketing MBA? Let me describe to you my conceptual approach to social media education - and why there is an ever-growing need for a social media marketing or even socal business MBA.

Fire Your Social Media Consultant!

February 11th, 2013

7:53

Stop outsourcing your social media to consultants and agencies who put a black box around your social media. Instead, start thinking of ways to own …

Google Plus: Who Cares Whether Your Friends Use It or Not

February 4th, 2013

7:36

Google Plus is a critical social network that every business should be on, but many discount it. Why? Find out why - and how you can help your …

Defining Social Business

January 28th, 2013

7:02

Social Business: A New Definition. Let me explain my perspective on the evolution from social media as an independent form of media to how it might …

Facebook Graph Search and Social Media in the Here & Now

January 21st, 2013

7:34

Does Facebook Graph Search matter to your business in the here and now? A look at the importance of sticking to present technology in your social …

The Biggest Reason You Should Become a Content Creator (and Why I Started this Podcast)

January 12th, 2013

9:46

Welcome to the first episode of my podcast! This will tell you why I launched my podcast, which at the inception was called the Social Business Unplugged podcast. I also want to share with you how a podcast can feed …

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