Marc's early adventures in journalism set the stage for a career built on out-of-the-box thinking and a willingness to challenge the status quo. His stories of DIY culture, punk rock ethos, and the lessons learned from a failed startup illuminate the importance of deeply understanding and relating to your audience. Marc shares his insights on leveraging cultural references to create meaningful connections with customers and the transformative power of stepping outside standard marketing playbooks.

Join us and learn how you can apply these lessons to your own marketing strategies for better engagement and growth.

• Marc on LinkedIn
• Marc's website (Positive Human)
• Marc's RINse & Repeat framework
• Podia's website

• 03:01 Marc's Journey: From Journalism to Founding a Startup
• 07:53 The Importance of Culture in Marketing
• 11:15 The Fear of Failure in Founders
• 20:55 The Value of Experience and Empathy in Growth Marketing
• 27:00 Understanding Early Stage Companies
• 27:13 Positioning Strategies and Messaging Patterns
• 28:27 The Importance of Customer Understanding in Positioning
• 29:11 The Neglected Aspect of Positioning
• 31:34 The Role of Customer Research in Business Growth
• 32:57 The Fear of Change and the Danger of Standard Playbooks
• 34:04 The Power of Unique Insights and Customer Research
• 34:41 The Rinse and Repeat Anti-Playbook
• 42:24 The Power of Narrative in Marketing
• 46:22 The Use of AI in Marketing
• 52:36 The Impact of Innovative Marketing Approaches
• 54:14 Conclusion: The Future of Marketing

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