Today I sat down with the Head of Retail Media at Sephora, Marco Steinsieck, to break down EVERYTHING retail media. The significance of retail media, it’s impact on search, social, TV, even how it’s becoming a CRUCIAL tool for Marketers to build customer relationships, this episode touches on it all. See how Marco starts a retail media campaign, chooses the right products and audience, and learn the difference between endemic and non-endemic advertising.  I had a blast chatting with Marco,...

A LIVE podcast recording with a CMO?? YESSS. I sat down with CMO of United Way of Greater Philadelphia, Erika Joy Erb, LIVE at Digital Summit to jump right into community building. UGC, maintaining brand integrity while scaling Marketing efforts, and practical tips on enhancing community engagement, this episode dissects it all. Get your pumpkin spiced latte, and hit play. 18:02 Authenticity in Storytelling 25:14 Email List Management Strategies 29:38 Importance of a Brand Playbook 30:21...

The anxiety, the pressure, ahhh public speaking is so stressful.  But does it have to be?? Starting strong, keeping slides simple, and presenting with energy and movement, this Bathroom Break is entirely dedicated to giving YOU the tools that Jay and I have used to speak in front of CEOs, crowds of thousands, and pitch six-figure deals. You can’t miss this episode if you want to grow as a Marketer. 01:57 Tips for Overcoming Stage Fright 03:05 Engaging Your Audience 09:05 Effective Use of...

I sat down with one of the wisest Marketers in the industry, Cristy Garcia, CMO at impact.com. How to climb the ladder to become a CMO, the importance of being a generalist, critical milestones for aspiring CMOs, and everything in between, this chat is for ALL of you with your eyes on the C-Suite. Plus, the business side of Marketing and the significance that being a strong writer plays in future growth. Forget what the “gurus” say on the timeline and learn it from someone who LIVED the...

Short and punchy, the strategic use of emojis, debunking spam filter myths, I am opening up the hood on EVERYTHING EMAIL in today’s solo episode. What tools can you use to grade subject lines? How can you optimize your email strategy?  You’ll leave this 15 minute episode with zero questions unanswered. Wistia is a complete video marketing platform that helps teams create, host, market, and measure the impact of their videos—all in one place. Learn more here!...

There’s a new iOS update, what impact will that have on Email Marketing? Good question. How do you adapt to algorithm changes? Good question. How do you stay ahead of trends? Good question. Marketing Bestie, we’re answering ALL of these questions in a new episode of Bathroom Break with Jay and I. Grab your cold brew, get your headphones, and take a Bathroom Break with us - LOL. 01:31 Algorithm Changes 02:18 Adapting to Platform Updates 03:54 Impact of iOS Updates on Email...

Did you see it?? Mr. Beast’s internal YouTube doc was LEAKED. Yes. The very doc he would use to onboard and get his team up to speed was LEAKED. And there are so many gems in it that can apply directly to our job as Marketers. So let’s check them out, hit playyyyy. As we near the end of 2024, it’s time to push your marketing efforts into high gear. With impact.com, you can drive more revenue through affiliate partnerships, scale your reach with influencer marketing, and boost customer...

Looking for innovative ways to stand out in your content marketing?    In this ep, Daniel sits down with Will Allred, co-founder of Lavender, to discuss the power of community and unique content strategies for LinkedIn. With a powerhouse marketing strategy, Will opens his playbook to explain exactly how Lavender is dominating social media.   Discover how Lavender is revolutionizing B2B content marketing and building a rabid base of loyal followers through consistency and founder involvement....

Failure is a necessary teacher.  Failing fast, documenting takeaways, and PIVOTING, in this Bathroom Break, Jay and I (Daniel Murray) break down how to embrace failure in Marketing. From multiple failed social media attempts to new virtual event segments that flopped, learn what we did wrong so you don’t make the same mistakes LOL. 00:33 Discussing Failures and Lessons Learned 03:41 Importance of Failing Fast and Pivoting 05:56 Sharing and Documenting Mistakes 09:11 Fun Debate: Sharing...

There are 830M users on LinkedIn, but only 1% create content regularly. Why? They do NOT know where to start. Today’s solo episode breaks it down simply for you, the 3 keys to creating impactful B2B content. Full stop, this is all you will need to join that 1%. Go grab your AirPods. 00:38 Expertise in Your Niche 01:35 Developing a Unique Point of View 02:29 The Importance of Consistency Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter:...

Discover the secrets to successful go-to-market strategies and product-led growth with David Malpass, the SVP of Apollo, as he shares his experiences and insights on reinventing the wheel, understanding and implementing products, and creating word-of-mouth through content, branding, and community. Learn how to set up a strong go-to-market foundation, avoid vanity metrics, and find excellent product-market fit.    Plus, David discusses the importance of expertise in content creation, the role...

You see your competitors funnels, they’re crushing, but you don’t know HOW. So what do you do? Give up, of course.  Just kidding. Reverse engineer their strategies. Today’s episode goes headfirst into tracking competitors' funnels, using free tools like SpyFu and BuiltWith, and understanding the importance of analyzing competitors without altering your core strategy.  Hit play during your bathroom break, Marketing Bestie.   Follow Jay: LinkedIn:...

Hands down one of the most captivating conversations we’ve had on The Marketing Millennials Podcast TO DATE. Hiring great talent, delegation tactics, the importance of focusing on employees’ strengths, Kasim breaks it all down. If you’re a Marketer on a small team looking to scale within your budget, THIS is the episode for you. Oh and one more thing, Kasim also shared a tip he uses called 'fly traps' to streamline the hiring process and why an executive assistant can be a...

Fiction is one of the most consumed forms of content and entertainment in the world, yet there isn’t much crossover into the world of B2B. Leaning heavily on educational content, templates, and guides is the way of old B2B Marketing, the brands crushing in 2024 are striking the perfect balance between education and entertainment. And today’s guest Ian Faison has a few HOT TAKES around taking big swings, cutting through the noise, and the role that fiction could play in B2B Marketing in the...

Ok so… real confession…I may not have a prize for you Marketing Bestie, except for a little nugget of Marketing gold called urgency. How do you make your messaging appear urgent, even if it’s really not? And how can you leverage the artistic powers of a good time crunch to boost user response? Jay and I break down everything you need to know about this vital tactic before things get a bit spooky and I dive into tales of the great beyond. Yeah. Tune in to find out what that’s about.   Follow...

Consistency is 80% of the battle when it comes to making it to the top of LinkedIn.   So aside from showing up day in and day out, how else can you build authority and become a top voice on the platform?    Daniel and Mark Jung, founder of Authority, discuss the strategies and tactics to grow your following and establish yourself as an authentic creator on LinkedIn. From optimizing your profile to creating engaging content, they share valuable insights on how to stand out and connect with...

I’m back, chatting with the King of Boca Raton himself, Jay Schwedelson, for another round of our best Marketing tricks and tips. This week, we’re breaking down the rise of short-form content— and revealing how B2B marketers can leverage it for their gain. What’s the Costco sampler effect (…not the one that happens after you’ve eaten too many free cheese samples 😉) and how can it benefit your brand? Plus, find out why A/B testing is your number one weapon, and stay tuned to discover the...

You’re a B2B Marketer? Cool. This episode is a must-listen for you if you want your content to drive real results. The importance that expertise and passion play in successful content, a can’t-miss step BEFORE hitting publish, and the key to building trust on socials (which will shock you). We’re turning our B2B content from forgettable to impactful within 5 minutes today. Click play or stay stale on socials.   Follow Daniel: YouTube:...

Brand Marketing vs. performance Marketing, how do you find the balance?? I’m so glad you asked. This episode with Nicole Sumner, Brand Director at Ollie, gets to THE BOTTOM of this question (which we love). Grab your coffee, get your Airpods, and tune into a convo with Nicole and I as she breaks down Ollie’s approach to brand-building in a crowded dog food market and how they’re emphasizing the importance of a distinct visual identity and consistent brand voice.  00:00 Introduction and...

There are no more original ideas. But don’t let that stop you from creating new content. Jay and I talk about what to do during a creative drought and how to come up with new ideas, even when you feel like you’re running on empty. Learn how to scour the internet for endless inspiration and put a new spin on old ideas. Plus, find out why Twitter and Reddit are two of the most valuable tools in your Marketing arsenal.   Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do...

Sure you’ve heard of brand positioning— and it’s one thing in marketing theory, but how is it in real-life applications? Today, I’m uncovering the basics of brand positioning. What are the top five things you need to succeed at it? Find out why understanding your audience, knowing your competition, and finding your unique value prop are some of the best ways to improve your brand. What else is on my list? Just push play to find out!   Follow Daniel: YouTube:...

Creating your personal brand isn’t as hard as you might think.   Are you caught up worrying about how you’re going to come up with that endless original content? Well knock it off because TBH, you’re not going to need as much of it as you might think.   In this Bathroom Break, I’m chatting with Jay about how I built Marketing Millennials to over 1M+ followers and revealing the secret sauce to Marketing Millennials’ success. What role did content curation play in my rise to the top? Honestly…...

He’s one of the geniuses behind Complex's many viral successes including Hot Ones, Sneaker Shopping and GOAT Talk. Meet Moksha Fitzgibbons, President of Complex and overall master of media. Discover the secrets behind successful media partnerships and content development as Moksha shares his insights on aligning personal passion with business, leveraging new technologies, and designing content for viral moments. How has Complex remained the consistent platform for discovering talent and...

So you’re trying to grow your LinkedIn page but don’t know how to get to that 1 million follower mark? Don’t worry— with these five simple tricks that helped me gain my first million, you can get there too! Learn how timing, content optimization, and compelling images can drive your follower count and land you the reach you need to succeed. Tune in now! Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn:...

If no one’s left a review on your product, will anyone be there to buy it? Social proof is everything. After all, you wouldn’t choose an Uber driver with zero ratings, would you? Jay and I break down the importance of social proof and explain how you can get more of it. How should you be using social proof to your advantage? NGL, but… these tips might actually surprise you!   Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube:...