In this 2nd podcast in a 3-part series, Mary, Tom and Sean share insights for marketers and product managers seeking to enhance their meeting facilitation skills. Focused on creating impactful workshops, the discussion revolves around crafting engaging learning experiences and ensuring the longevity of acquired knowledge beyond the workshop setting.

In this podcast, Mary, Tom and Sean delves into the intriguing world of Super Bowl ads. The team dissects the strategic decisions behind spending $6.5 million for a 30-second Super Bowl ad, exploring the valuable B2B lessons hidden within the glitz and glamour of the game’s mostly B2C ads.

In this podcast, Mary, Tom and Sean share insights from their 25+ years of successful workshop facilitation – a key skill that the best marketing leaders have. In part 1 of this 3-part series, they explore the key elements that make cross-functional and customer brainstorming workshops effective.

In this episode, Tom Spitale, Mary Abbazia, and Sean Welham reflect on pivotal 2023 events impacting B2B. Tom spotlights Disney+'s subscriber surge, Mary delves into Taylor Swift's IP mastery, and Sean explores Barnes & Noble's return to intimacy. All 3 cases come with a full discussion of the learnings and implications for B2B marketers.

The electric vehicle (EV) market has hit a speed bump, catching the attention of marketing leaders seeking insights into the uneven trajectory of industry advancements. Mary, Sean and Tom explore the nuances of slowing EV sales, using a strategic marketing lens to extract valuable lessons for businesses launching new platforms.

In this insightful podcast, Mary, Sean and Tom unravel the mystery behind Barnes & Noble's enduring success in the face of fierce competition from Amazon. The trio dives into what makes Barnes & Noble stand out in an age where traditional bookstores often struggle.

In this thought-provoking episode, the team delves into Claritin's recent innovative ad campaign. Instead of focusing on the product, Claritin talks about its work to reduce allergies, which would actually decrease its sales! Does it work to actually create strategies to reduce the reliance on your products, if it resonates with your audiences’ broader values?

In this third episode about the role of marketing in organizations, the team goes deeper into a discussion about the role of tools in building strategic plans. They emphasize the importance of a structured approach to marketing and how tools can enhance creativity and innovation rather than stifling it. The hosts debunk the misconception that tools replace thinking and creativity, emphasizing that they are meant to guide and organize the creative process.

There is much talk about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can make work much more efficient. However, in this podcast, the team delves into how AI acts as an amplifier, magnifying the value of your products and services to deliver unforgettable experiences for your customers.

In this podcast, the team goes deeper into a previous discussion about how marketing is done in different organization. The team dives deeper into the need for organizations to be unified in its purpose for marketing; and for marketing to act as the customer advocate while working collaboratively with sales and other departments to drive business success.