Whatever happened to Web3?
Web3 had all the headlines two years ago. This leaves us to consider: Whatever happened to Web3 and is there still a future in this technology?
Blog Archive
A death in the family
A death in the family prompts a moment of introspection for the author Mark Schaefer
This is the Most Amazing Marketing Book. And I can prove it.
When 36 marketing experts come together to write a book, some amazing happens. In fact, this might be the most amazing marketing book ever!
What is the “gist” of you? Staying relevant as a creator
It’s never been more difficult staying relevant as a creator. In this fast-paced episode of The Marketing Companion, Mark Schaefer and Jay Acunzo provide their best actionable insights we can use in the AI Era.
Six inspiring new ideas on community-based marketing
Community-based marketing is evolving and weaving its way into new parts of businesses and company culture. Here are six new case studies to inspire you!
Five pitfalls of personal branding: When becoming known doesn’t work
Personal branding is critical to individual relevance and corporate marketing success. But there are five pitfalls that can get in the way, even if you’re working hard on the effort!
Diving into the bizarre and secret world of luxury brand marketing
The mind-bending world of luxury brand marketing is exposed and dissected in this fascinating conversation between Mark Schaefer and Amanda Russell.
The biggest tech threat to creators is not ChatGPT
The threat to creators is not necessarily ChatGPT, although it dominates the headlines. There is another technology eating away at our audience and it’s right in front of us.
Reflecting on the most rewarding marketing experience of my life
Each year, a small group of marketing leaders gather at a beautiful lodge in the woods to think big thoughts about the future of marketing. Our aim is to help […]
What the “Whole Self” Movement Means to Marketers
The “whole self” movement is creating a lot of conversation and consternation in the workplace. Mark Schaefer and Keith Jennings examine this trend and explain how this is important to marketers.
An explanation of marketing for the arts in five minutes
A concise explanation of marketing for the arts. It’s time to think beyond social media.
Why leaked secret documents point to the future of social listening
As Discord and other secret communities flourish, companies reliant on social listening platforms will have to find new answers. This article exposes this trend through the story of an intelligence leak.
What is the ROI of a blue check mark?
Should you fork over the bucks to become validated on social media? Dennis Yu helps us determine the ROI of a blue check mark
Philip Kotler commentary on Peter Drucker and the current state of marketing
The father of marketing Philip Kotler had some interesting insights into Peter Drucker, and claimed he was the “first marketer.”
Grading 12 marketing predictions about the future
A 2009 blog post with marketing predictions about the future turned out to be an interesting little gem.
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