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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The race to embrace AI might overwhelm ethical considerations
The race to embrace AI has deep ethical, philosophical and cultural impacts. This discussion reveals some thought-provoking considerations!
ChatGPT versus Bard: Which AI Chatbot is Better for Marketing?
A first look at ChatGPT versus Bard in a test of 10 basic marketing tasks.
A trip back in time, a trip to Suriname.
A visit to Suriname changed my worldview.
Five biggest mistakes I’ve made as an entrepreneur
The five biggest mistakes I’ve made as an entrepreneur range from a lack of discipline to complacency in a crisis.
12 Ways Brands are Flexing to Meet Gen Z on Their Terms
Gen Z punches above its weight in its influence on culture, media, and fashion. Their expectations are high, and we better pay attention. Here are 12 ways brands are finding success with this demographic.
I was dazzled and confused when I asked #ChatGPT to write like a woman
I asked ChatGPT to write like a woman and got more than I asked for. A lot more. Introducing “John.”
Does social media marketing still matter? Not like you think.
Social media marketing is popular and important, but most people don’t consider that it is just the beginning of the process to create emotional bonds and customer advocacy.
A profound discussion on the AI threat to creativity
Mark Schaefer and Jay Acunzo disagree on the AI threat to creativity. Will new AI applications simply boost our creative output or erode our audiences and ability to monetize?
The advantage of having a job before starting your own business
The advantage of having a job cannot be underestimated as preparation for an entrepreneurial career. Going to college will give you the skills to start a career. But working in a corporate environment can provide the experience and resources to start a business.
10 Benefits of Blogging Even if Nobody Reads It
While blogging might seem outdated, it is actually more relevant than ever. It’s hard to build an audience for your content, but here are 10 benefits of blogging … even if nobody is reading it!
Marketing best practices for nonprofits
Mark Schaefer and Keith Jennings dive into the state of the art of marketing best practices for nonprofits. An inspirational and thought-provoking discussion!
Unlocking the Power of Curated Content for Your Business
Curated content is particularly relevant in a fast-changing and chaotic world. Why is this overlooked as a content marketing strategy?
Beyond the Basics: 20 Non-Obvious Uses of ChatGPT for Marketing
Time to take a new look at ChatGPT for marketing. The days of magic tricks are over.
The best achievement of my career
I’ve had the most amazing career. For example, I’ve … Published ten books that people love. Graduated with two master’s degrees Earned seven patents Worked with amazing companies like Dell, […]
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