Content Amplified

In this episode, we interview Don Barnett, Director of Sales and Marketing at London House Chicago, about the power of LinkedIn and personal branding.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why LinkedIn is an underutilized platform for personal branding
• How to define your "why" before creating content
• The best way to start engaging and building your presence
• How often you should post and what types of content perform best
• Why sharing your knowledge makes you a thought leader, not a competitor
• The importance of patience and consistency in building momentum
• How to measure success beyond likes and impressions

If you’re looking to grow your reputation, generate leads, or simply get noticed on LinkedIn, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Tune in now!

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In this episode, we interview Amy Stephen, Vice President of Marketing at HMP Global, about how marketing can influence the entire customer journey beyond just acquisition.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why focusing solely on lead generation is a short-term strategy
• How to engage customers year-round with personalized content
• The power of speed and relevance in marketing communications
• How to prioritize marketing efforts for maximum impact
• Key metrics that truly measure marketing success beyond vanity numbers

Amy shares valuable insights from her 20-year marketing career, including her experience building HMP Collective, an omni-channel marketing initiative for pharmaceutical and medical device clients. Whether you're in B2B or B2C marketing, this conversation will change how you think about customer relationships.

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In this episode, we interview Sara Khalatbari, Senior Director of Integrated Marketing at Grafik, a B2B branding and marketing agency. She shares her expertise on turning long-form content into bite-sized, high-impact pieces that engage audiences and drive results.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• The two biggest reasons snackable content works
• How to break down long-form content into engaging snippets
• Why effective content should focus on value, not sales
• Ways to brainstorm and format content for different platforms
• How to subtly guide your audience toward deeper engagement

If you want to maximize your content’s reach and effectiveness, this episode is packed with actionable insights!

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In this episode, we interview Danya Raphael-Hoyle, Vice President of Marketing, about the power of program and affinity marketing. With experience spanning retail, hospitality, and finance, Danya shares how businesses can craft strategic partnerships to enhance customer value and drive engagement.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• How to identify and build strategic marketing partnerships
• Ways to personalize offers using customer data
• The key to managing and leveraging CRM and analytics tools
• Why understanding your audience is crucial for segmentation
• How to foster long-term relationships with partners for mutual success

Tune in for a masterclass in data-driven marketing and collaboration!

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In this episode, we interview Matt Fiel, EVP of Marketing at Penrod, a healthcare-focused Salesforce consultancy. As a one-person marketing team, Matt shares his strategies for maximizing efficiency, leveraging technology, and knowing when to outsource or expand.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• How to prioritize tasks when you're the only marketer
• The role of AI, automation, and project management tools in streamlining work
• When to outsource versus handling tasks in-house
• How to make a data-driven case for growing your team
• The key metrics that justify hiring additional marketing staff

If you're navigating the challenges of running marketing solo or leading a small team, this episode is packed with insights to help you scale smartly.

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In this episode, we interview Darren Keeler, Vice President of Marketing at Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar. Darren shares his journey from radio DJ to marketing leader and how storytelling plays a pivotal role in building brand culture, engagement, and impact.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• How to create a brand culture that resonates with customers
• Why storytelling is the most powerful tool in marketing
• The origin of the Fresh and Raw Tour and its impact on business and community
• How creative marketing can drive sales without feeling salesy
• The role of mission-driven marketing in customer loyalty

Darren’s insights prove that marketing isn’t just about selling—it’s about creating experiences people connect with. Tune in for a masterclass on storytelling, creativity, and brand impact!

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In this episode, we interview Justin  Ruiss, Senior Vice President of Media Research at BWG Strategy.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why community management is crucial for 2025 and beyond
• How platforms like Reddit and Discord shape audience engagement
• Strategies for brands to effectively engage and listen to communities
• The power of niche audiences and their impact on brand loyalty
• Balancing owned communities versus participating in existing ones
• Best practices for driving conversions through community insights

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In this episode we interview Danielle Erwin Colvin, VP of Marketing at Bridgeline. Danielle shares her journey from running a branding agency to leading marketing efforts focused on helping marketers connect with their audiences.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• How clean data is the foundation of scalable personalization
• Ways AI can transform search bars and chatbots into personalized experiences
• Real-world examples of personalization boosting conversions and engagement
• Strategies to leverage search data for content personalization
• Tools and technologies that simplify scaling personalized marketing

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In this episode, host Benjamin Ard, the CEO and co-founder of Masset, shares his thoughts on how to use AI.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why AI thrives on unique human input
• How to use AI to amplify, not replace, creativity
• Practical ways AI can support marketing, sales, and customer success teams
• The critical role of storytelling in making AI outputs valuable

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In this episode we interview Benjamin Gordon, for part 2 of 2! 

We dive deep into the power of creativity, partnerships, and storytelling in marketing—especially when working with limited budgets.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Creative ways to market with little to no budget
• How to leverage partnerships to amplify your reach
• Strategies for building emotional connections with your audience
• Using qualitative insights to sharpen your storytelling
• The importance of staying ahead of audience trends
• Unlocking new channels to expand your content’s impact

This episode is packed with insights from both the entertainment and podcast industries—essential for any marketer or creator looking to break through the noise.

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