Assessing a decade of social media marketing with Jay Baer

[podcast_player] A few weeks ago, my friend Jay Baer and I started reminiscing about the last ten years. Can you believe we’re at the end of a decade? In many ways, this was the Decade of Social Media. For better or worse the social web has dramatically impacted relationships, history, culture, media, politic, and just […]
The one (and only) key factor in monetizing a personal brand

Monetizing a personal brand is one of the most misunderstood strategies on the social web. This article brings truth and clarity to the subject.
The 10 best blog posts of 2019

Mark Schaefer lists the ten best blog posts of 2019 based on reader page views.
Six unusual marketing megatrends that will impact your business

It’s time for marketing megatrends! Here are six thought-provoking ideas about the future.
A common trait of my favorite marketers

My favorite marketers have a common trait and it is something that cannot be faked.
The 10 most impactful blog posts of the decade

At the end of a decade, Mark Schaefer reflects on the most impactful blog posts of his career.
Why your social media success depends on parasocial relationships

We have known about parasocial relationships since the 1950s but the concept has new meaning in the realm of podcasting.
Could “Belonging” be the next marketing revolution?

Dr. Julia Bramble suggests that a marketing revolution can begin with a commitment to belonging.
What is the current state of content distribution? The answer is “who”

Content distribution strategy is changing dramatically as the competition heats up. Success may depend on the word “who!”
So what about that Peloton ad?

A new Peloton ad is turning a promising brand to mush. What is the lesson for YOU?