This week on Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with Austin Armstrong, founder of Socialty Pro and a leading voice in social media marketing, AI content creation, and digital brand growth. Austin breaks down how he built a powerful online presence by leveraging short-form video, artificial intelligence tools, and strategic personal branding to dominate platforms like Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
Austin shares his journey from traditional marketing into becoming a recognized authority in AI-powered social media growth. He explains how entrepreneurs, sales professionals, and business owners can use AI tools like ChatGPT, automation software, and content repurposing systems to scale their digital presence without burning out. If you're trying to grow your brand, generate leads, or build a scalable online business, this episode is packed with actionable insights.
Ross and Austin also dive deep into algorithm strategy, content monetization, organic reach vs paid ads, and how to turn followers into paying clients. Austin reveals the exact mindset shift required to win in today’s creator economy and why AI is not replacing marketers — it’s empowering the ones who adapt.
Whether you're a business owner, startup founder, consultant, content creator, or sales professional looking to increase visibility and revenue online, this episode delivers practical strategies for building authority, growing your audience, and turning attention into income.
🎙️ Topics Covered:
AI in marketing & content automation
Building a personal brand in 2026
Social media growth strategies that work
Turning followers into clients
Monetizing short-form video
Scaling a digital marketing agency
The future of AI-driven entrepreneurship
This is a must-watch conversation for anyone serious about winning in the digital marketing and online business space.

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