Smarter Marketer

Anders Sörman-Nilsson is a futurist, top-selling author and founder of the Sydney-based firm Thinque. In this episode, he discusses what the future of marketing entails and what businesses must do in order to stay relevant for consumers.

Guest:

Anders Sörman-Nilsson (EMBA / LLB) is a futurist and the founder of the Sydney-based think tank and trend analysis firm - Thinque, which provides data-based research, foresight and thought leadership assets for global brands across 4 continents. His vision is to disseminate ‘avant-garde ideas which expand minds and inspire a change of heart’, and clients like ING, Microsoft, Apple, Facebook, McKinsey, Jaguar Land Rover, MINI, Rugby New Zealand, and Lego trust his future guidance. He is an awarded keynote speaker who helps leaders decode trends, decipher what’s next and turn provocative questions into proactive answers. He has published 3 books including ‘Aftershock’ (2020), ‘Seamless’ (2017) and ‘Digilogue’ (2013), is a member of TEDGlobal, and was nominated to the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leaders in 2019. His futurist thinking has been shared by the Wall Street Journal, Financial Review, Monocle, BBC, Esquire and ABC TV. Follow him on [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anderssormannilsson/], or go to his website [https://www.anderssorman-nilsson.com/]. 

Find Us Online:

James Lawrence LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslawrenceoz/ 

Smarter Marketer Website: https://www.smartermarketer.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency Website: https://rocketagency.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocket-agency-pty-ltd/

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About the Podcast:

This is the definitive podcast for Australian marketers. Join Rocket Agency Co-Founder and best-selling author, James Lawrence in conversation with marketers, leaders, and thinkers about what it takes to be a smarter and more successful marketer.

David Lawrence discusses how much of your company’s revenue should go into marketing. He shares industry-backed figures and practical tips to be able to present to your executive team.

Guest:

David Lawrence is the MD and Co-Founder of Rocket, an award-winning Australian digital marketing agency. He is also the co-author of the Amazon #1 best-selling marketing book 'Smarter Marketer'. David has presented at several events including Inbound Boston, Search Marketing Summit, Mumbrella360, CEO Institute and a variety of seminars and in-house sessions. Follow him on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidlawrenceoz/].

Find Us Online:

James Lawrence LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslawrenceoz/ 

Smarter Marketer Website: https://www.smartermarketer.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency Website: https://rocketagency.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocket-agency-pty-ltd/

Buy Smarter Marketer:

Hardcover: https://amzn.to/30O63kg 

Kindle: https://amzn.to/2ZqfCWm 

About the Podcast:

This is the definitive podcast for Australian marketers. Join Rocket Agency Co-Founder and best-selling author, James Lawrence in conversation with marketers, leaders, and thinkers about what it takes to be a smarter and more successful marketer.

As a marketer it is important to consider how (and why) you should have a strategy to promote yourself within your organisation. Leading Australian HR and talent optimiser Alicia Lykos shares applicable strategies to position yourself as a highly valuable member of your workplace.

Guest:

Alicia Lykos is the owner and founder of Red Wolf Group and is the trusted advisor to CEO’s across the country, helping them to optimise their talent to deliver on their strategy. Alicia has been in numerous executive HR roles across leading global IT organisations including Unisys, SAS Institute and Object Consulting. She is now the right hand to dozens of CEOs across Australia and is seen as their strategic talent advisor helping them drive growth and high performance using people data and leadership frameworks. Red Wolf Group in a leading Talent & Leadership Consultancy in Australia and she is focusing on helping organisations lead with confidence. Follow her on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicialykos/] and on Instagram [@redwolfgroup], or visit her website [redwolfgroup.com.au].

Find Us Online:

James Lawrence LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslawrenceoz/ 

Smarter Marketer Website: https://www.smartermarketer.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency Website: https://rocketagency.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocket-agency-pty-ltd/

Buy Smarter Marketer:

Hardcover: https://amzn.to/30O63kg 

Kindle: https://amzn.to/2ZqfCWm 

About the Podcast:

This is the definitive podcast for Australian marketers. Join Rocket Agency Co-Founder and best-selling author, James Lawrence in conversation with marketers, leaders, and thinkers about what it takes to be a smarter and more successful marketer.

Ranked in Forbes World's Most Influential 50 CMOs list, Ryan Bonnici shares career advice marketers should take onboard. Ryan has gone from marketing roles in Australia to global CMO roles for two tech unicorns in the USA. 

Guest:

Ryan Bonnici was awarded 26th place on World's Most Influential CMOs in 2020 list by Forbes (up from 41st place in 2019). He is currently the CMO of Gympass, an employee wellness benefit that offers unlimited access to the world's largest network of gyms, studios and activities. Ryan has extensive experience across B2B and B2C marketing and sales development, which has led to a strong understanding of the processes behind the job, refined interpersonal skills and an advanced understanding and track record in achieving strong positive return-on-marketing-investment and business growth. Follow him on [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanbonnici/], or go to the Gympass website [https://site.gympass.com/us]. 

Find Us Online:

James Lawrence LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslawrenceoz/ 

Smarter Marketer Website: https://www.smartermarketer.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency Website: https://rocketagency.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocket-agency-pty-ltd/

Buy Smarter Marketer:

Hardcover: https://amzn.to/30O63kg 

Kindle: https://amzn.to/2ZqfCWm 

About the Podcast:

This is the definitive podcast for Australian marketers. Join Rocket Agency Co-Founder and best-selling author, James Lawrence in conversation with marketers, leaders, and thinkers about what it takes to be a smarter and more successful marketer.

This episode explores how to effectively generate leads and sales in a B2B SaaS content. Marketing Director at UpGuard, Axel Sukianto, discusses the differences between demand capture and demand creation, brand building, and the future of attribution.

Guest:

Axel is a B2B marketer with experience in tech, SaaS, and cybersecurity. A revenue and demand gen marketer, he has a passion for driving hyper-growth through pipeline and revenue. He is currently at UpGuard, a B2B SaaS cybersecurity company where he leads the demand gen and content team. Previously he has worked at companies such as Dropbox, Meraki, and Cisco in Sydney and Singapore. Follow him on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/axelsukianto/] and visit his website [https://www.sukianto.com/].

Find Us Online:

James Lawrence LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslawrenceoz/ 

Smarter Marketer Website: https://www.smartermarketer.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency Website: https://rocketagency.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocket-agency-pty-ltd/

Buy Smarter Marketer:

Hardcover: https://amzn.to/30O63kg 

Kindle: https://amzn.to/2ZqfCWm 

About the Podcast:

This is the definitive podcast for Australian marketers. Join Rocket Agency Co-Founder and best-selling author, James Lawrence in conversation with marketers, leaders, and thinkers about what it takes to be a smarter and more successful marketer.

Eshita Durve reveals how B2B businesses can make the most out of email and automation in 2022. She discusses how best to nurture leads, 5 ways to segment your database, and the best email/ automation software to achieve your email goals. 

Guest:

Eshita Durve leads the in-house Marketing team at Sydney-based, award-winning marketing agency, Rocket. As a marketer with a strong background in sales, she is passionate about using marketing technology to drive tangible business outcomes (Read: Eshita is not into fluff metrics). With 8 years of driving results both in-house and agency-side, Eshita was recently recognised as a finalist in the marketing category at the B&T Women in Media Awards. Follow her on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/martecher/].

Resources Mentioned:

Australian Digital Marketing Guide - Free Download: https://rocketagency.com.au/resources/free-downloads/australian-digital-marketing-strategy-guide 

Marketing Through Tough Times - Free Download: https://rocketagency.com.au/resources/free-downloads/recession-marketing-strategy-manifesto 

Find Us Online:

James Lawrence LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslawrenceoz/ 

Smarter Marketer Website: https://www.smartermarketer.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency Website: https://rocketagency.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocket-agency-pty-ltd/

Buy Smarter Marketer:

Hardcover: https://amzn.to/30O63kg 

Kindle: https://amzn.to/2ZqfCWm 

About the Podcast:

This is the definitive podcast for Australian marketers. Join Rocket Agency Co-Founder and best-selling author, James Lawrence in conversation with marketers, leaders, and thinkers about what it takes to be a smarter and more successful marketer.

Australian marketing veteran, Darren Woolley, shares his experience and observations on how the best performing organisations select the right agency for their needs.

Guest:

Darren Woolley is considered a thought leader on all aspects of marketing management. A Problem Solver, Negotiator, Mentor, Founder & Global CEO of TrinityP3 - Marketing Management Consultants, Industry Commentator, Podcaster, and Author. He is also a Past-Chair of the Australian Marketing Institute, Past President of the Melbourne Advertising and Design Club, Ex-Medical Scientist and Ex-Creative Director. You can follow him on Instagram [@_trinityp3_], LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenwoolley/], or find out more on his website [www.trinityp3.com]. 

Additional Resources:

Marketing Mentors: ​​https://www.trinityp3.com/marketing-mentors/ 

Find Us Online:

James Lawrence LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslawrenceoz/ 

Smarter Marketer Website: https://www.smartermarketer.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency Website: https://rocketagency.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocket-agency-pty-ltd/

Buy Smarter Marketer:

Hardcover: https://amzn.to/30O63kg 

Kindle: https://amzn.to/2ZqfCWm 

About the Podcast:

This is the definitive podcast for Australian marketers. Join Rocket Agency Co-Founder and best-selling author, James Lawrence in conversation with marketers, leaders, and thinkers about what it takes to be a smarter and more successful marketer.

From a kid living on the beaches of Newcastle to running audiobook and podcast company, Audible Europe. Matthew Gain shares his marketing journey from Sydney, all the way to Asia, and how he is now mastering the global environment. 

Guest:

Matthew Gain is currently the Senior Vice President and Head of Europe Audible, Managing Director Audible GmbH. Before Audible, he developed and led programs for brands such as Samsung, Telstra, KFC, Microsoft, PayPal, Commonwealth Bank, Reckitt Benckiser, News Limited, Sanofi Pasteur among others. Follow him on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewgain/].

Find Us Online:

James Lawrence LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslawrenceoz/ 

Smarter Marketer Website: https://www.smartermarketer.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency Website: https://rocketagency.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocket-agency-pty-ltd/

Buy Smarter Marketer:

Hardcover: https://amzn.to/30O63kg 

Kindle: https://amzn.to/2ZqfCWm 

About the Podcast:

This is the definitive podcast for Australian marketers. Join Rocket Agency Co-Founder and best-selling author, James Lawrence in conversation with marketers, leaders, and thinkers about what it takes to be a smarter and more successful marketer.

They Ask You Answer is in the “Top 5 Marketing Books of All Time” by The Book Authority and “#1 Marketing Book to Read” by Mashable. In this week's episode, Marcus Sheridan discusses his blog article that directly contributed to 25 million dollars in sales and how this led to the development of his renowned marketing book, They Ask You Answer.

Guest:

Called a “web marketing guru” by the New York Times, the Story of how Marcus Sheridan was able to save his swimming pool company, River Pools, from the economic crash of 2008 has been featured in multiple books, publications, and stories around the world and is the centerpiece to his best-selling book, They Ask You Answer, which has been named “One of the 5 Best Marketing Books of All Time” by BookAuthority. Follow him on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcussheridan/], or visit his website [https://marcussheridan.com/].

Buy They Ask You Answer:

Amazon: http://bitly.ws/sBQ8 

Find Us Online:

James Lawrence LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslawrenceoz/ 

Smarter Marketer Website: https://www.smartermarketer.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency Website: https://rocketagency.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocket-agency-pty-ltd/

Buy Smarter Marketer:

Hardcover: https://amzn.to/30O63kg 

Kindle: https://amzn.to/2ZqfCWm 

About the Podcast:

This is the definitive podcast for Australian marketers. Join Rocket Agency Co-Founder and best-selling author, James Lawrence in conversation with marketers, leaders, and thinkers about what it takes to be a smarter and more successful marketer.

Kate Toon is a leading authority worldwide on writing great copy. In this episode, Kate discusses how your business can consistently produce engaging and effective copy across all assets.

Guest:

Kate Toon is an award-winning entrepreneur, digital educator, SEO and copywriting consultant, coach, speaker, author and podcaster, with more than two decades of experience in all things advertising, content and digital. She is the founder of CopyCon, Australia’s first dedicated Copywriting Conference, and is the author of ‘Confessions of a Misfit Entrepreneur’. You can follow her on Instagram [@katetoon], LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/katetoon/], or find out more on her website [www.katetoon.com]. 

Find Us Online:

James Lawrence LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslawrenceoz/ 

Smarter Marketer Website: https://www.smartermarketer.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency Website: https://rocketagency.com.au/ 

Rocket Agency LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocket-agency-pty-ltd/

Buy Smarter Marketer:

Hardcover: https://amzn.to/30O63kg 

Kindle: https://amzn.to/2ZqfCWm 

About the Podcast:

This is the definitive podcast for Australian marketers. Join Rocket Agency Co-Founder and best-selling author, James Lawrence in conversation with marketers, leaders, and thinkers about what it takes to be a smarter and more successful marketer.