Marketing Smarts from MarketingProfs

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Marketing Smarts is a weekly podcast featuring in-depth interviews with smart marketers from all walks of life. Hosted by MarketingProfs, this 30-minute, weekly podcast will deliver actionable insights and real advice to help you market smarter.

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Marketing Smarts from MarketingProfs episodes:

03.28.2024
Creating Compelling Experiences With Data + AI for B2B Consumers: Salesforce's Neha Shah & Ruth Bolster
Explore how data and AI are reshaping B2B marketing, enhancing personalization, and driving customer engagement. Hear what advice and insights industry experts from Salesforce share.
01.11.2024
A B2B Deep Dive Into Consumer Patience and Time to Win: Jay Baer on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Episode guest Jay Baer delves into "Consumer Patience" and "Time to Win," detailing what those concepts mean for B2B marketers (hint: it has to do with a culture of responsiveness), what key elements they consist of, and how they
01.04.2024
Understanding Your B2B Digital Doppelgänger and AI Decision Matrix: Andrew Davis on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Explore the intriguing concept of using AI to create your very own Digital Doppelgänger, and discover how and when to use your creation by applying an AI Decision Matrix, with this episode's guest, Andrew Davis.
12.21.2023
Effective B2B Email Strategies for the Win: Matt Treacey on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Host George B. Thomas is joined by bestselling author Matt Treacey, who shares his likening of a healthy email marketing program to a flourishing ecosystem. Learn about the stages of awareness, the stages of succession, the high risks of spam,...
12.14.2023
CTV Precision and the Power of ABM to Reach the Right B2B Audience: Vin Turk on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
It's an episode of acronyms as Vin Turk joins George B. Thomas to talk about ABM and CTV for B2B. They even manage to sneak AI in there. But there's a lot more happening than alphabet soup. Check out the...
12.07.2023
Navigating the Power of B2B Communication by Getting to the Point: Steve Woodruff on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
You may think you're communicating, but are you really getting your point across? Podcast guest and "King of Clarity" Steve Woodruff breaks down the elements of clear communication, from distilling your purpose to getting people on the
11.30.2023
Unraveling SEO Secrets for B2B Marketers: Kyle Roof on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
If you're feeling overwhelmed by SEO, this episode of Marketing Smarts is for you. Host George B. Thomas leads a discussion with Kyle Roof about what really matters in SEO, what doesn't, and where to start.
11.15.2023
The Power of Second Chances in B2B Marketing: Kellie Walenciak on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Join host George B. Thomas and guest Kellie Walenciak for a compelling conversation about finding meaning in the work you do, championing the underdog, and the role marketers can play in aligning their company's external branding with internal i
11.09.2023
Mastering the Revenue Attribution Puzzle: Tish Millsap on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Podcast guest Tish Millsap introduces the who, what, where, when, and why framework for revenue attribution. She discusses what attribution really is, why you need a plan before buying a software tool, why you'll likely need more than one attrib
11.02.2023
Sales and Marketing Alignment Insights, Strategies, and Success Indicators: Matt Heinz on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Join George B. Thomas and podcast guest Matt Heinz for a nuanced discussion on the alignment of business objectives, the nature of Sales enablement, an integrated approach to data management, and more, featuring a score of practical tips and tricks...
10.26.2023
Maximizing Your Reach--Key Concerns in Promoting and Amplifying Your Content: James Tennant on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Promoting your content can't be an afterthought. It has to be baked into your content from the beginning. Join host George B. Thomas and guest James Tennant as they discuss all things content promotion, from audience research and department comm
10.19.2023
Decoding Effective Communication and Understanding Impactful Connection: Jason Harris on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
In this episode of Marketing Smarts, host George B. Thomas and guest Jason Harris explore the elements that form the foundation of successful communication strategies. They discuss connection in terms of outcomes, ownership, consistency, Jason's
10.12.2023
Employee Engagement Strategies for Remarkable Experiences and Effective Onboarding: Joey Coleman on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Host George B. Thomas and guest Joey Coleman discuss employee engagement, including the elements that drive a motivated and productive workforce, ensuring your business thrives. Learn about hurdles you might encounter and how to overcome them, ensuri
10.05.2023
How B2B Marketers Can Create Human-Like Interactions in an Increasingly Digital World: Kristen Habacht on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Host George B. Thomas and guest Kristen Habacht get into how humans really sound, and why it's vital to weave that sound into your marketing moments. They discuss helpful AI tools, overpersonalization, avoiding the uncanny valley, and much more.
09.28.2023
How Artificial Intelligence Is Impacting SEO: Chris Rodgers on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Host George B. Thomas and guest Chris Rodgers delve into AI and its connection to SEO, breaking it down into easy-to-understand terms. They discuss the emergence of prompt engineering, the importance of educating yourself, the necessity of maintainin
09.21.2023
LinkedIn Ads Myths, Hurdles, and Strategies B2B Marketers Need to Know: AJ Wilcox on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Join host George B. Thomas and guest AJ Wilcox for a LinkedIn ads extravaganza that includes hands-on tips for saving money, advantages and disadvantages when compared with Facebook and Google Ads, and handy checklists for transforming LinkedIn Ads i
09.14.2023
Discovering the Brain Science That Drives B2B Buyer Behavior: Nancy Harhut on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Join host George B. Thomas and guest Nancy Harhut for an in-depth conversation about behavioral science, emotional decision-making, and being brain-friendly with your marketing messaging. They also discuss the ethics of influence and the reasons a ta
09.07.2023
Empowering Sales Success--The Role of Marketing in Sales Enablement: Owen Richards on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
The best thing you can do for your sales enablement, says podcast guest Owen Richards, is fix your Sales and Marketing alignment. Empathy between the two teams leads to shared celebrations of success.
08.31.2023
Revolutionizing B2B Brand Monitoring With AI-Powered Insights: Meghan Bazaman on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Host George B. Thomas and guest Meghan Bazaman delve into AI's effects on brand monitoring. Discover how AI is revolutionizing the way we keep track of brand sentiment, what your company needs to do to keep up, and why you...
08.23.2023
Unleashing the Power of Pillar-Based Marketing: Ryan Brock on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Get ready to forget everything you thought you knew about SEO. Host George B. Thomas and guest Ryan Brock discuss the powerful approach of pillar-based marketing and becoming a topical authority in the eyes of Google.
08.17.2023
A 'Brand Differentiation Through Experience Innovation' Conversation: Allen Adamson on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
As the world continues to evolve, it's crucial for businesses to keep up. In episode 559 of the Marketing Smarts podcast, George B. Thomas and Allen Adamson discuss the importance of adapting to changing times.
08.10.2023
Generative AI-Powered Conversations and the Conversation Automation Index: David Greenberg on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Generative AI is certainly a hot topic in a general and philosophical sense. But how can it actually be integrated into business processes to change the way we do marketing? Join host George B. Thomas and guest David Greenberg for...
08.03.2023
The Shift From Digital Transformation to Digital Evolution: Jill Roberson on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Host George B. Thomas and guest Jill Roberson delve into the differences between digital evolution and digital transformation, including why companies should get used to being uncomfortable and mark their digital journey with evolutionary milestones
07.27.2023
How to Become the Go-to Expert in Your Niche: Adrian Moreno on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Join host George B. Thomas and guest Adrian Moreno as they delve into journeys of personal and professional growth, highlighting how connecting with industry influencers can affect your life and career. They also emphasize the importance of authentic
07.20.2023
How Marketers Can Navigate a World Minus Cookies: Jodi Daniels on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Host George B. Thomas and guest Jodi Daniels explore the fundamentals of internet cookies, their impact on the daily lives of marketers, and the reasons marketers may need to transition to a cookieless world.
07.13.2023
B2B Branding, Stories, Social Efforts, and Disruptive Innovation: David Aaker on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Host George B. Thomas and guest David Aaker discuss the concept of disruptive innovation and its relevance in today's marketing world. Discover why innovation is the only way to grow, why stories stand out, and how social media has completely...
07.06.2023
A Playbook for Marketing-Led Growth: Amrita Mathur on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Host George B. Thomas and guest Amrita Mathur dive into how marketing-led growth can get you from $0 to $30 million in less than three years. Learn what marketing-led growth is, why marketing is more than just sales support, how...
06.29.2023
A B2B Marketer's Guide to Marketing Attribution: Bonnie Crater on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Host George B. Thomas and guest Bonnie Crater talk marketing attribution, from single-touch and multitouch to attribution and funnel metrics and the differences between them. They also discuss how attribution helps you maximize your budget in a tight
06.22.2023
Building a Partner Community for B2B Marketing and Sales Success: Frank Belzer on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Host George B. Thomas and Frank Belzer share expert insights on building a powerful partner community. Learn practical strategies and best-practices to transform business relationships into thriving partnerships while learning what we, as marketers,
06.15.2023
Leveraging YouTube Shorts for B2B Marketing Success: Austin Armstrong on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
George B. Thomas and Austin Armstrong delve into YouTube shorts and their potential to revolutionize business growth, lead generation, and outreach strategies. Discover Austin's personal journey and the groundbreaking possibilities of his cuttin
06.08.2023
B2B Marketers and Creating Content That Sells: Martin and Lyndsay Huntbach on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Martin and Lyndsay Huntbach join host George B. Thomas to discuss how to land clients you love and repel the ones you don't, why descriptive product content isn't useless, how to address price increases, and more.
06.01.2023
ChatGPT: Marketing Dream or Marketing Disaster? Chris Carr on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
It's a dream... it's a disaster... no, it's CHATGPT! Join Chris Carr and host George B. Thomas for an episode of Marketing Smarts devoted to the chaos and curiosity ChatGPT has caused in the marketing sphere, from plugins to bedrock.
05.25.2023
World-Class Case Studies; They Ask, You Answer; and Building Trust on the Internet: Marcus Sheridan on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Join Marcus Sheridan and host George B. Thomas as they talk about brand trust, pricing pages, disarmament, the power of vertical video, the good-enough mindset, the "stupidest metric in the history of the world," and more. They have a lot...
05.18.2023
How to Build a Successful Go-to-Market Campaign Plan: Pam Didner on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Pam Didner and host George B. Thomas get into all things go-to-market, including understanding the scope of your campaign, researching your audience, and listening to your peers--all of which are ongoing processes.
05.11.2023
The Importance of Being Human in Your B2B Content: Liz Murphy on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
On this episode on Marketing Smarts, Liz Murphy and host George B. Thomas have a lively discussion about being human, observing before speaking, creating content while scared, and a lot more--all peppered with movie metaphors, existential questioning,
05.04.2023
The Three Pillars of Winning Communication--Value, Passion, and Connection: Steve Multer on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Steve Multer joins host George B. Thomas for a conversation on communication, humanity, the shortcomings of AI, creating passion, the right way to talk about your job, and a whole lot more.
04.27.2023
Power Up Your B2B Marketing Efforts With Influencer Marketing and Private Communities: Justin Levy on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Justin Levy and George B. Thomas dive into what makes influencer marketing more like a partnership than a paid transaction, how to build influencer relationships, and why benefits to your community should always come before personal gain.
04.20.2023
How B2B Marketers Can Know If They've Chosen The Right Career: Christoph Trappe on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Christoph Trappe and host George B. Thomas talk all about marketing careers, from how you know you're in the right place to how marketers can be agents of change in their organization.
04.13.2023
Why B2B Marketers Need to 'Prove It' With a Trust-Building Content Strategy: Melanie Deziel on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Building customer relationships starts with building trust, and proving that your claims in your marketing content are true is a great way to start.
04.06.2023
How Digital Creators Should Navigate the Metaverse: Patrik Wilkens on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
In this enlightening episode, Patrik Wilkens and host George B. Thomas take a dive into the metaverse and how marketers might best use it to their advantage.
03.30.2023
The Power and Importance of a B2B Referral Generation Program: John Jantsch on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
How do you turn random word-of-mouth customer referrals into a measurable marketing program? Join host George B. Thomas and Duck Tape Marketing's John Jantsch for a discussion about the strategy and benefits of referral generation.
03.23.2023
The Mechanics of Running a Content-First B2B Marketing Department: Joe Pulizzi on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Host George B. Thomas and content expert Joe Pulizzi talk about why content strategy requires patience and consistency, what the difference is between epic and mediocre content, and why content marketers need to start thinking like publishers.
03.16.2023
How B2B Marketers Can Use an Organic Social Media Strategy for Success in 2023: Dorien Morin-van Dam on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Join host George B. Thomas and social media professional Dorien Morin-van Dam for a discussion about the pillars of an organic social media strategy: content, community, and conversation.
03.09.2023
B2B Influencer Marketing--The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Mike Allton on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Influencer marketing doesn't have to mean celebrities flashing your products all over Instagram. It can mean basic word-of-mouth, trust, and building relationships with people who can reach your target audience. Mike Allton and George B. Thomas
03.02.2023
Developing a Content and Social Media Strategy to Foster Thought Leadership and Business Growth: Ashley Faus on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
This week's podcast discussion with Ashley Faus tackles content and thought leadership, including why attribution methods from 10 years ago no longer work, why thought leadership has to be divorced from revenue, and why great content is like a p
02.23.2023
The What, Why, and How of Community- and Brand-Building for B2B Marketing: Mark Schaefer on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Join George B. Thomas and Mark Schaefer for a discussion about why building communities around brands is so essential to marketing in 2023, including why brands need to maintain a company culture and how they can make their customers feel...
02.16.2023
A B2B Marketing Deep Dive on AI Foundations, the Future, and More: Christopher Penn on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Marketing Smarts host George B. Thomas and analytics authority Christopher Penn discuss data science and why it is essential to B2B marketing. They also cover what AI means for the industry, how to implement machine-learning, and how to think like...
02.09.2023
Why B2B Marketers and Executives Need Personal Branding in 2023 and Beyond: Christine Gritmon on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
What does personal branding really mean? How does it differ from company branding? How do you get started, and how can you deal with lingering imposter syndrome? Get answers to all those questions and more in this podcast episode featuring...
02.02.2023
Maximizing Your B2B Marketing Budget--Recession Strategies and Tips: Lindsay Boyajian Hagan on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Lindsay Boyajian Hagan and host George B. Thomas discuss what marketing strategies to lean on during economic uncertainty, including listening to customers, optimizing old content, and aligning siloed teams.
01.26.2023
How Being Strategic About Content Development Can Boost Results and Save Time and Money: Ahava Leibtag on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
Ahava Leibtag and host George B. Thomas tackle strategic content development, which Ahava describes as a combination of data, politics, and common sense. Their discussion includes tips and hacks, hurdles, and why marketers need to be strategic more t

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Marketing Smarts from MarketingProfs episodes:

Creating Compelling Experiences With Data + AI for B2B Consumers: Salesforce's Neha Shah & Ruth Bolster

A B2B Deep Dive Into Consumer Patience and Time to Win: Jay Baer on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Understanding Your B2B Digital Doppelgänger and AI Decision Matrix: Andrew Davis on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Effective B2B Email Strategies for the Win: Matt Treacey on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

CTV Precision and the Power of ABM to Reach the Right B2B Audience: Vin Turk on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Navigating the Power of B2B Communication by Getting to the Point: Steve Woodruff on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Unraveling SEO Secrets for B2B Marketers: Kyle Roof on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

The Power of Second Chances in B2B Marketing: Kellie Walenciak on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Mastering the Revenue Attribution Puzzle: Tish Millsap on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Sales and Marketing Alignment Insights, Strategies, and Success Indicators: Matt Heinz on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Maximizing Your Reach--Key Concerns in Promoting and Amplifying Your Content: James Tennant on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Decoding Effective Communication and Understanding Impactful Connection: Jason Harris on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Employee Engagement Strategies for Remarkable Experiences and Effective Onboarding: Joey Coleman on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

How B2B Marketers Can Create Human-Like Interactions in an Increasingly Digital World: Kristen Habacht on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

How Artificial Intelligence Is Impacting SEO: Chris Rodgers on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

LinkedIn Ads Myths, Hurdles, and Strategies B2B Marketers Need to Know: AJ Wilcox on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Discovering the Brain Science That Drives B2B Buyer Behavior: Nancy Harhut on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Empowering Sales Success--The Role of Marketing in Sales Enablement: Owen Richards on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Revolutionizing B2B Brand Monitoring With AI-Powered Insights: Meghan Bazaman on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Unleashing the Power of Pillar-Based Marketing: Ryan Brock on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

A 'Brand Differentiation Through Experience Innovation' Conversation: Allen Adamson on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Generative AI-Powered Conversations and the Conversation Automation Index: David Greenberg on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

The Shift From Digital Transformation to Digital Evolution: Jill Roberson on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

How to Become the Go-to Expert in Your Niche: Adrian Moreno on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

How Marketers Can Navigate a World Minus Cookies: Jodi Daniels on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

B2B Branding, Stories, Social Efforts, and Disruptive Innovation: David Aaker on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

A Playbook for Marketing-Led Growth: Amrita Mathur on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

A B2B Marketer's Guide to Marketing Attribution: Bonnie Crater on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Building a Partner Community for B2B Marketing and Sales Success: Frank Belzer on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Leveraging YouTube Shorts for B2B Marketing Success: Austin Armstrong on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

B2B Marketers and Creating Content That Sells: Martin and Lyndsay Huntbach on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

ChatGPT: Marketing Dream or Marketing Disaster? Chris Carr on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

World-Class Case Studies; They Ask, You Answer; and Building Trust on the Internet: Marcus Sheridan on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

How to Build a Successful Go-to-Market Campaign Plan: Pam Didner on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

The Importance of Being Human in Your B2B Content: Liz Murphy on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

The Three Pillars of Winning Communication--Value, Passion, and Connection: Steve Multer on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Power Up Your B2B Marketing Efforts With Influencer Marketing and Private Communities: Justin Levy on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

How B2B Marketers Can Know If They've Chosen The Right Career: Christoph Trappe on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Why B2B Marketers Need to 'Prove It' With a Trust-Building Content Strategy: Melanie Deziel on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

How Digital Creators Should Navigate the Metaverse: Patrik Wilkens on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

The Power and Importance of a B2B Referral Generation Program: John Jantsch on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

The Mechanics of Running a Content-First B2B Marketing Department: Joe Pulizzi on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

How B2B Marketers Can Use an Organic Social Media Strategy for Success in 2023: Dorien Morin-van Dam on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

B2B Influencer Marketing--The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Mike Allton on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Developing a Content and Social Media Strategy to Foster Thought Leadership and Business Growth: Ashley Faus on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

The What, Why, and How of Community- and Brand-Building for B2B Marketing: Mark Schaefer on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

A B2B Marketing Deep Dive on AI Foundations, the Future, and More: Christopher Penn on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Why B2B Marketers and Executives Need Personal Branding in 2023 and Beyond: Christine Gritmon on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Maximizing Your B2B Marketing Budget--Recession Strategies and Tips: Lindsay Boyajian Hagan on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

How Being Strategic About Content Development Can Boost Results and Save Time and Money: Ahava Leibtag on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]