Starving Artist Development Podcast

The Marketing Maven: A Conversation with Denzell Turner


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In this episode, Denzel Turner, a marketing expert and podcast host of Black Fridays, shares his journey, insights on grassroots marketing, podcasting strategies, and how he's supporting Black entrepreneurs in Detroit. Discover actionable tips on content repurposing, guest booking, and building a strong business system for creators.


Key  Topics

Denzel Turner's journey from marketing to podcasting

Grassroots marketing and community engagement

Content repurposing and social media strategy

Guest booking process and building relationships

Building a business system for creators


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Credibility

01:08 Denzel's Journey and Community Impact

03:05 Supporting Black Entrepreneurs in Detroit

04:26 Finding Inspiration and Collaboration

06:19 Denzel's Marketing Background and Education

08:55 Influence of Sports and Personal Connections

09:27 J. Cole's Grassroots Marketing Approach

14:19 Starting the Podcast: Motivation and Process

16:31 Audio vs. Video Podcasting Preferences

19:54 Content Repurposing and Social Media Strategy

22:49 Navigating Social Media Algorithms

24:38 Investing in Ads vs. Organic Growth

26:29 Favorite Podcasts and Inspiration

28:43 Revisiting Past Episodes and Growth

30:47 Challenges in Podcasting and Technical Difficulties

32:51 Most Impactful Interviews and Lessons Learned

35:59 Timing and Market Trends in Content Creation

38:44 Current Reading List and Business Books

41:45 Guest Booking Strategies and Outreach

45:47 Advice for Aspiring Podcasters

48:07 Connecting with Denzel & Final Thoughts


Resources

Black Fridays Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/

Denzel Turner on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/denzellturner/

Business Professionals of America (BPA) - https://bpa.org/

Malcolm Gladwell's Talking to Strangers - https://www.amazon.com/Talking-Strangers-Understanding-Other-People/dp/0316478520

Earn Your Leisure Podcast - https://www.earnyourleisure.com/

Phil Knight's Shoe Dog - https://www.amazon.com/Shoe-Dog-Story-Entrepreneur-Memoir/dp/1501135929

Lucky Me by Rich Paul - https://www.amazon.com/Lucky-Me-Rich-Paul/dp/0062956794

The $100 Startup by Chris Guillebeau - https://www.amazon.com/100-Startup-Reinvent-Work-Create/dp/0446573709


Guest Links

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/denzellturner/

Website - https://blackfridayspot.com/


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Starving Artist Development PodcastBy Gabrielle Caruthers