In this episode, Allan Dib, founder of Lean Marketing and author of two bestsellers, shares his approach to setting loose goals and tight systems for continual progress—including how traditional goal-setting frameworks fall short. He explains the fundamentals of the lean marketing approach, and argues that today's marketers need to niche down—way down. Allan is the founder of Lean Marketing, a marketing accelerator that helps individuals and organizations learn and implement marketing best...

In this episode, Itir chats with Chris Do, an Emmy-winning designer and founder of Blind and The Futur. They touch on Chris's pivot from brand design to education, and dig into his practical advice for new entrepreneurs. Chris highlights the importance of staying financially secure before starting a business, finding market gaps that fit your skills, and offering free or low-cost services to build your experience. They also dive into client engagement tips, the pros and cons of project-based...

Professor Anindya Ghose discusses his upcoming book on AI and wellbeing, explaining the "House of AI" framework that corporate leaders can use to build an AI-driven organization and its applications in marketing. He covers topics like data engineering, marketing mix modeling, and the future of mobile advertising. He also shares insights on maintaining traditional marketing principles while embracing AI technologies, and why human creativity and intuition aren't going anywhere in the age of...

Dr. Jeffrey Funk offers a balanced perspective on AI hype, discussing the importance of understanding processes, evaluating technological progress, and critically assessing market signals. He emphasizes the need to look beyond superficial claims, like the idea that AI will replace 95 percent of marketers' workload. He also highlights potential pitfalls in AI adoption, and provides insights on avoiding investment bubbles in the tech industry. Jeffrey's recommended book is Emmanuel Maggiori's...

Ashley Gross, AI marketing strategist and founder of the Prompt community, discusses how entrepreneurs can leverage AI to build businesses rapidly. She shares insights on overcoming challenges, creating personalized marketing campaigns on a budget, and using specialized AI tools. Ashley also details her journey from corporate marketer to AI-empowered entrepreneur. Ashley is an AI marketing strategist and entrepreneur with ten years of marketing experience and four years of expertise in...

In this episode, Itır talks to Irit Levi, founder of Day by Day, about how marketers can optimize software selection and automation. Irit introduces the "Three Ps"—Purpose, Process, and People—framework for choosing software and stresses the need for automation to follow defined processes. They discuss ethical email list building, choosing email marketing platforms, and the importance of maintaining ownership when outsourcing. Irit also emphasizes the benefits of specialized tools like Zapier...

Harvard professor Iavor Bojinov joins the show to discuss how businesses should experiment to learn how AI can best support their efforts. The conversation also touches on how AI models are developed, the importance of trust, and the fundamental shift in marketers' roles in the AI era. Iavor is an Assistant Professor of Business Administration and the Richard Hodgson Fellow at Harvard Business School. He is the co-PI of the AI and Data Science Operations Lab. Iavor's favorite coffee spot in...

In this episode, Reid Robinson, Lead AI Product Manager at Zapier and self-proclaimed "student of social media," discusses the impact of AI and automation on marketing. He explores how AI can help us personalize customer communication, repurpose content, and streamline internal processes. You'll learn about the importance of providing context to AI models to drive more valuable outputs—and what can go wrong when you let AI write all your social media content! Reid harnesses the powers of...

In this thought-provoking episode, Itır Eraslan interviews Jason Fulton, an old friend and colleague and expert in consumer insights. They delve into the significance of qualitative research, emphasizing empathy, human-centric strategies, and storytelling in understanding consumer behavior. Fulton shares experiences from his agency, This Memento, discussing innovative approaches to marketing and insights, including the impact of AI on consumer research, and his agency's proven three-step...

Nemanja Zivkovic, founder of Funky Marketing, joins the podcast to discuss trends and best practices in B2B marketing, what it means to be a fractional CMO, why a relationship-based approach is the way to win, and how he leverages AI tools for success in his business.Nemanja is a B2B tech and SaaS growth strategist and the founder of Funky Marketing, a strategic marketing company that uses research, strategy, and creative to help B2B tech firms grow and build demand for how buyers buy...

Today's guest is Cathy McPhillips, Chief Growth Officer at Marketing AI Institute, and she's passionate about sharing how AI can power today's marketing efforts.We discuss the role of AI in marketing, particularly in the context of Cathy's work at Marketing AI Institute; where AI will have the most impact on marketing in the next few years; and why Cleveland is the place to be when it comes to AI in 2024!Cathy McPhillips is the Chief Growth Officer at Marketing AI Institute. She leads growth...

Liza Adams of GrowthPath Partners joins the podcast to talk about applied AI—moving beyond tactical uses and applying AI to improve efficiency, derive data-driven strategic insights, and personalize customer experiences. Liza shares the differences between generative AI and applied AI, what she teaches at her applied AI workshops, and how applied AI can help enhance go-to-market and strategic marketing initiatives. Liza Adams is an applied AI advisor and fractional CMO, working with B2B...

In an era when AI tools are being used to create better content every day, how a creative can stay relevant and grow? We discuss how branding has evolved (for better or worse!), as well as techniques and habits to unlock creativity, Radim’s book writing process, and practical tips for new writers. Radim Malinic is a creative director, designer and bestselling author. Living and working in South West London, he runs Brand Nu Studio, an award winning branding and creative studio + Brand Nu...

In this episode of our AI series, we discuss the future of marketing, the evolution of the marketer's role with AI, and the challenges and limitations of AI that marketers should keep in mind. How will AI tools be used to generate and optimize marketing content? Will we still need human creativity? how can we build trust with consumers regarding the use of AI in their marketing experiences? Christopher S. Penn is an authority on analytics, digital marketing, marketing technology, data...

We discuss the future of marketing teams in the age of AI, as well as the fate of privacy, trust, and the user journey in light of machine learning advances. Paul Meinshausen is the founder and CEO of Aampe, a marketing automation platform for mobile apps. Paul Meinshausen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmeinshausen/ If you have any questions about brands and marketing, connect with the host of this channel, Itir Eraslan, on LinkedIn:...

In today's episode, we talk to Chris Hare about brand narrative—why it's a crucial part of strategy work, how it links to marketing, and how to build a narrative. Chris is the founder of The Storied Future, and he builds narratives that help CEOs advance their business strategies, elevate their executive brands, and transform their leadership.Chris Hare on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hareforce1/If you have any questions about brands and marketing, connect with the host of this...

This is the start of a special series on AI. Felix Oberholzer-Gee is sharing his thoughts on how AI will shift the way we do business and strategy. Felix Oberholzer-Gee is the Professor of Business Administration in the Strategy Unit at Harvard Business School. He is the author of the book 'Better Simpler Strategy' and the co-host of the podcast 'After Hours'. Felix Oberholzer-Gee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felix-oberholzer-gee-16424b4/ Listen to the After Hours podcast:...

What are the questions you should ask yourself before you go solo at work. Self-employment is a tempting career path, but it’s not for everyone. Listen to this solo episode from Itir Eraslan if you are considering to start your own business. If you have any questions about brands and marketing, connect with the host of this channel, Itir Eraslan at LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/itireraslan/

We discuss brand strategy methodologies with Steph Egger. Steph shares a step-by-step process he follows on strategy projects as well as some good examples on brand positioning. Steph is a Brand Strategist with a background in human sciences, linguistics, and communications. Follow Steph Egger on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaneegger/ If you have any questions about brands and marketing, connect with the host of this channel, Itir Eraslan at LinkedIn...

Together with the brand strategist, Massimo Giunco, we question the role of marketing leaders and teams. Can marketing save the world? What has changed in marketing over the years? How can brands and marketing teams be the catalyst for positive impact? Why do brands need to stop greenwashing?   Massimo worked 25 years at Nike in various brand, marketing, and communications leadership roles. He is now helping other brands as a brand strategist and consultant.  Follow Massimo Giunco on...

We discuss influencer marketing with Patrick Janelle, the founder of Untitled Secret, a New York City-based talent management and creative agency. Patrick Janelle is best known for his lifestyle-focused Instagram account, @aguynamedpatrick. He was recently named Chairman of the American Influencer Council, a not-for-profit trade association led by and for career creators. He has been recognized by the New York Times and The Guardian as a top Instagrammer and was awarded the inaugural Fashion...

We discuss omnichannel experience and B2B marketing with Gwen Lafage.  Gwen is the VP of Brand and Content at one of the fastest growing tech company in the world, the Customer Communications Cloud, Sinch. She has dedicated her career to building strong brands around the world - London, Paris, San Francisco, Stockholm. She is a creative, global marketing leader. She spent 10 years in the best advertising agencies, working on the world's leading b2c brands before focusing on b2b marketing for...

We discuss how brands, strategy, differentiation, positioning is evolving in the new fast-paced era of marketing with the brand expert, Allen Adamson.  Allen Adamson is an expert in all disciplines of brand. He is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Metaforce, a marketing and brand consultancy. For the past several years, Allen has been an Adjunct Professor at New York University's Stern School of Business. He also served many years as the Chairman, North America of Landor Associates, a...

We discuss the Creative Strategy Framework with Emmy Award-winning strategist, Douglas Davis. He has a unique approach to bridging strategy, design, and execution.   Douglas Davis is the principal of the Davis Group LLC and the author of the book Creative Strategy and the Business of Design. He is the former Chair of the B.F.A. in Communication Design program at New York City College of Technology in Brooklyn and holds a B.A. in Graphic Design from Hampton University, an M.S. in...