Making a Marketer

By Megan C. PowersBusiness Education How To Marketing

Making a Marketer episodes

November 29, 2023Ever-Evolving Capabilities of A.I. with Dustin W. Stout
This will surely be the first in a series we will do on A.I., with its constant changes and advancements!
Learn about (written using Dustin's Magai tool!)...
Different AI tools have varying strengths and limitations: We discuss the differences between GPT, Claude, and Bard. GPT is known for its creativity, but has limitations in memory and accuracy. Claude prioritizes accuracy and safety, while also having a larger memory. Bard, although initially underwhelming, is expected to improve over time.
Integration of multiple AI models can maximize their strengths: Guest Dustin mentions that Magai integrates multiple AI models, allowing users to leverage the strengths of each. This approach can potentially enhance the overall capabilities and effectiveness of AI tools.
Surrounding oneself with positive and supportive people is important: Dustin shares a personal business challenge and emphasizes the significance of having positive and supportive individuals around him. This highlights the importance of building a strong network and seeking support from others during challenging times. The episode concludes with a reminder to reach out for help if needed and to remember that difficult times are temporary.

Our guest
Dustin W. Stout
Dustin is an entrepreneur, AI enthusiast, and Founder at Magai. Since starting his blog in 2011, Dustin has built a successful career as a full-time digital marketing consultant, speaker, and has created numerous products that help digital creators accomplish more. His current focus is Magai (maj-eye)—the world's best AI tools in one place.

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44 min
November 15, 2023How to Get Hired with Jodi Knittle
Our expert on this episode teaches us about getting hired and working with recruiters!
Jodi shares her personal journey into HR and discusses the importance of human skills (soft skills), in addition to hard skills. She provides tips on how to work well with recruiters, including building relationships with a few key recruiters, offering assistance to recruiters, and proactively reaching out to hiring managers.
Jodi also advises us how to handle interviews, such as preparing beforehand, asking insightful questions, and sending prompt thank-you notes. It might sound like common sense, but apparently it isn't as common as we would think.
Whether you are on the hunt at the moment or not, it's all super useful info for everyone.
Our guest
Jodi Knittle is a human resources professional with a history of success influencing the strategic direction of organizations. She offers an exceptional ability to quickly assess employee strengths and weaknesses, and building teams aligned with organizational visions.
Recognized as a trusted partner to business stakeholders who excels at driving cultural transformation to further organizational growth, Jodi intuitively identifies high-quality talent through recruiting efforts, which is critical to advancing the missions of companies. She plays a vital role in developing business strategies and delivering critical support to executives and employees. And she has a talent for uncovering business drivers that deliver a significant fiscal impact.

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46 min
October 26, 2023Freelancing & Finding Balance in the Creative Industry with Brooke LeBeau
Our guest on this episode is a graphic designer and marketing professional who studied graphic design and film theory, and went on to becoming a freelance designer, focusing on brand identity and campaign development. We delve into the importance of inspiration and client input in the creative process, and how Brooke strikes a balance between keeping herself sane and keeping clients happy.
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Diversifying income streams: Brooke emphasizes the importance of professionals re-imagining their approach to supplementary income streams. She encourages creatives to explore their hobbies and other passions to find ways to incorporate them into their business or side hustles.
Balancing full-time work and side projects: Brooke provides tips for effectively managing side projects while working full-time. These include setting realistic timelines, being proactive with project management, and learning to say no when necessary.
Overcoming career challenges: Brooke shares her experience of being hired for one job, but having her priorities change, leading her to take on a completely different role. She emphasizes the importance of adaptability and finding the positive aspects in such situations, as they can provide valuable skills and experiences.

Our guest
Brooke LeBeau is a creative marketing professional based in Austin, TX and owner of Artfully Creative Studio. Her origins are in graphic design and filmmaking with professional experience in both marketing and fine arts.
Brooke has a Bachelor’s degree in graphic arts and film production from the University at Buffalo and a Master’s degree in fine art from New England College, setting her up as a jill of all trades with a background in branding, digital and print media, websites, events, social media, content design, and consumer products.Brooke is passionate about skills diversification and advocates for professionals reimagining their approach to supplementary income streams.

In 2022 Brooke formalized her freelance business and to-date, Artfully has served over 20 clients and delivered hundreds of projects. Artfully focuses on providing a smooth, results-based client experience that turns ideas into a tangible project plan.

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41 min
October 12, 2023Creating Unforgettable Experiences with Phil Mershon
Events are Megan's love language and this episode hits on all the reasons why!
Our guest on this episode has made it his life's work to not just plan events. He wants to create experiences... and ones that are unforgettable.
Phil Mershon has been doing just that for years, and on this episode he explains the art and science that is involved. We discuss lessons through the years that have taught him how, sharing examples of events that have made an impact.
He also wrote a book about all of it - listen to this show, and you'll surely want to scoop up a copy - HERE.
Our guest
Phil Mershon
Phil is the director of experience for Social Media Examiner. He's been designing the Social Media Marketing World experience for over a decade. Drawing from over 25 years in creating customized events, Phil loves to create memorable moments and transformational experiences. In addition, Phil is a jazz saxophonist, a pickleball enthusiast, and the author of "Unforgettable: The Art and Science of Creating Memorable Experiences."

Events are an essential part of the marketing mix! Look for more shows on how to do them well.
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50 min
September 21, 2023Season 7 Kick-Off - Learn EVEN More From Past Guests! (Part 2)
Part two of the reunion show with four season six guests is here!
More new insights... and everyone answers "what is the biggest business challenge you've overcome and how did you do it?"
We also want some feedback from YOU, our listener... Tell us what YOU THINK - here.
Group 1
Julie Riley
Ep. 118 - Livestream Your Podcast with Julie Riley
Jeff Sieh
Ep. 114 - Live Marketing NEWS & Broadcast Podcast Collab with Grace Duffy & Jeff Sieh

Group 2
Lindsey Bowshier
Ep. 112 - Clarity on Agency Traction & Growth with Lindsey Bowshier
Dave Bruno
Ep. 121 - What is the Value & Future of ChatGPT with Dave Bruno

We hope you get some new insights and laughs (the video is HERE if you would like to see all the trials and tribulations with tech issues--our editor Avri really earned his $ on this one!), and that you're motivated to go back and listen to their episodes if you haven't just yet.
We also tease the next episode with a very special guest Jen and I both have worked with!
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36 min
September 06, 2023Season 7 Kick-Off - Learn More From Past Guests (Part 1)
SEASON 7 IS HERE!
Megan and Jen are super excited to bring you a value-packed season seven. We are going to mix it up a bit AND we want feedback from YOU!!!
Tell us what YOU THINK - here.
One thing hasn't changed -- we are kicking off a new season with a value-packed reunion episode. On this one we brought back six guests from last season to review their episode, with a twist of new insights... and everyone answers "what is the biggest business challenge you've overcome and how did you do it?"
GROUP 1
Rachel Bruce
Ep. 128 - Exploring the Ever-Changing Marketing Landscape
Cass Cooper
Ep. 129 - Marketing in the Age of Trolls (and Counter-Cultural “wars”)

GROUP 2
Jim Fuhs
Ep. 111 - Broadcast on Amazon Live (guested w/Chris Stone)
Madalyn Sklar
Ep. 122 - Twitter Talk

GROUP 3
Danny Monzon
Ep. 123 - Humanize Your Brand Through Chat Automation
Jeremy Linaburg
Ep. 119 - Nurturing a Community on TikTok

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55 min
August 16, 2023Shiny Object Syndrome with Meg Coffey
Squirrel! Another way we refer to that shiny new thing that distracts us.
Marketers classically have shiny object syndrome, and admitting it is the first step, right?
This episode covers all elements of the bird app, Threads (more on this than we expected), social media in general, and events. Meg Coffey is THE preeminent digital marketing expert & event organizer in Australia, hailing all the way from Texas.
We had so much fun -- three marketers with the gift of gab makes for a fast-paced, insightful, and exciting conversation!
Our guest
Meg Coffey is an internationally recognized social media and digital marketing strategist, hailing from Texas and now proudly based in Australia. Known as the “Texstralian,” Meg combines her exceptional work ethic, calculated risk-taking, and remarkable communication skills to lead the way in digital empowerment.
As the founder of State of Social, Australia's largest social media conference, and #SMPerth, a go-to source for the latest news and a vibrant community in the digital space, Meg is dedicated to keeping businesses ahead of the curve.

With a deep understanding that digital is essential in today's business landscape, Meg's expertise extends far beyond the hospitality and tourism sectors she works with thru her agency Coffey & Tea. She specializes in transforming the fear of social media into confidence and excitement about leveraging technology for tangible results.

Meg actively contributes to the digital marketing community as a sought-after speaker, lecturer, and panelist. Her thought leadership has led to judging industry awards and being recognized as one of Australia's Top 50 Small Business Leaders in 2017. Notably, Meg was also a finalist for Campaign Brief's prestigious Ad Person of the Year award in 2021 and 2023.

Meg's book reco: "No Filter: The Inside Story of Instagram" by Sarah Frier
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43 min
August 02, 2023 Modern Content Marketing with Amanda Natividad
Do you know what "zero click content" is? Our guest on this show coined the phrase and her approach to content development is super interesting. You might be reconsidering your social media strategy after hearing her on this one!
"But if we're posting valuable content -- that people can consume just bite-sized pieces of -- or get that discrete value from just by scrolling through, we're going to increase our impressions. And then over time, ultimately, drive more traffic to our site or increase conversions from those impressions."
The creator economy continues to evolve and Amanda Natividad will help us to be refreshing! Join us to explore a modern way to approach content marketing.
Our guest
Amanda Natividad
Amanda is VP of Marketing for audience research startup, SparkToro. In her spare time, she writes a marketing newsletter called the Menu (with over 10k subscribers) and teaches Content Marketing 201. She’s also a contributor for Adweek, a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, and a former journalist. Amanda previously led marketing for Growth Machine, led marketing for Liftopia, built Fitbit’s B2B content program, and led content and communications for NatureBox.
Resources from Amanda:
Original post on Zero-Click content
Being refreshing, not different
Zero-Click marketing
Amanda's book reco: "Lost and Founder" by Rand Fishkin
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We are "Making a Marketer"... in all ways. Check out episode 130 - and please take a minute to follow, rate, & review us on your podcast platform of choice & get each ep. when it drops... Also, share with your friends & colleagues! https://bit.ly/mamITuneNEW
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40 min
June 28, 2023 Marketing in the Age of Trolls (and Counter-Cultural “wars”) with Cass Cooper
Our guest on this one is a repeater - her episode was the 4th most downloaded all-time at the time of publishing this (episode 88 - on personal branding)! She knows her stuff and is an absolute delight.
There is nuance in how we approach opposing views online. How we approach it with our marketing is even more nuanced.
"I think the biggest thing right now is we're in a really crazy space that we've never been in before, with everyone having access to so much information, so much misinformation, so much disinformation, that it is really, really hard for marketers to accurately and effectively not just target the group they want to speak to, but reach and break through."
We get pretty deep about how marketers should look at inclusive strategy & language, authenticity, and awareness.
Cass' Book Reco: Inclusion on Purpose by Ruchika Tulshyan
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We are "Making a Marketer"... in all ways. Check out episode 129 - and please take a minute to follow, rate, & review us on your podcast platform of choice & get each ep. when it drops... Also, share with your friends & colleagues! https://bit.ly/mamITuneNEW
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31 min
June 08, 2023Exploring the Ever-Changing Marketing Landscape with Rachel Bruce
We cover SO much ground in a short show!
Determining a title for an episode where we talk about growth, demand, account-based, and field marketing was a challenge, but saying "ever-changing" really does put it succinctly.
Our guest on this one is in the thick of it all as head of marketing in her current role. How we drive growth (sales) and create demand for the things our companies are selling is ever-changing and we talk through it all.
Our guest
Rachel Bruce is Senior Director of Marketing at Moogsoft, an AIOps company, where Rachel leads the marketing function. Prior to Moogsoft, Rachel and Megan worked together at FinTech start-up (VGS) where she oversaw Demand generation. Rachel spent time in cybersecurity, along with the indirect channel. She has more than 10 years of marketing experience, mostly within cybersecurity and SaaS companies.
Rachel resides in the Chicago suburbs with her husband and 2 sons.

Rachel's book reco: The Catalyst: How to Change Anyone's Mind
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We are "Making a Marketer"... in all ways. Check out episode 128 - and please take a minute to follow, rate, & review us on your podcast platform of choice & get each ep. when it drops... Also, share with your friends & colleagues! https://bit.ly/mamITuneNEW
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35 min

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The Making a Marketer podcast covers marketing and business strategy & tactics for all experience levels. We have top industry marketing experts on our shows, and we have a great time! Hosted by Megan Powers and Jen (Cole) Larsen since 2017.