Mark Schaefer beat the odds by hosting a podcast continuously for 13 years. In his final show as host, Mark tells the inside story of the The Marketing Companion — the world’s most entertaining business podcast.
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While most content success has been determined by audience size and engagement, a new “attention equation” looks at consumer focus and commitment to drive marketing value.
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Marketing is a wonderful career that changes the world in positive ways. But indirectly, it is contributing to some of the world’s biggest problems. It’s time to start a conversation about ethically-sourced marketing.
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In this special show, Mark Schaefer makes an announcement about the future of The Marketing Companion podcast. Co-host Sandy Carter reveals three big ideas marketers should be leaning into.
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It seems like every marketing conversation swirls around the latest AI tool, the newest social channel, or some fresh “growth hack” promising overnight results. But let’s not overlook some of the “OG” marketing fundamentals!
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Coordinated, anonymous attacks can come for any company or individual these days. What is behind the Rage Farms that attacked Cracker Barrel and other brands? Who is doing it, and why?
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Google is still the search gorilla but the use of AI is surging. This suggests a new day for marketing. What can we learn by comparing the strategies — SEO versus AI?
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Building a durable business is not dependent on Facebook ads or a new logo. It’s tapping into the elements of humanity that never change.
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Brand communities are surging as businesses look for more significant customer connections. These seven trends are propelling exciting new innovations and value creation in the community space.
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