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In episode #2787, we discuss the rise of influencers, the importance of managing your own social media accounts, the benefits of partnering with other agencies, and the value of building relationships over time. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT)  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Hai...

In episode #2786, we discuss how organic social media platforms like Reels, TikTok, and Shorts can help you become top of mind, the challenges of monetizing fame, the role of the media in shaping narratives, and the influence of woke advertisers on platforms and content. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s...

In episode #2785, we discuss the decline of affiliate marketing and the challenges faced by businesses and affiliates, the potential acquisition of HubSpot by Google, the impact of raising prices in SaaS companies, and Syed Balkhi's smart WordPress M&A strategy. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (N...

In episode #2784, we reference a study by McKinsey in 2015 that claimed a link between profits and executive diversity. We also discuss founders creating their own media channels and the influence of social media on brands. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT)  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:...

In episode #2783, we discuss the importance of launching a product quickly to iterate and reach product market fit, the rise of in-house influencers and how companies can leverage their employees' social media profiles, and Apple's fee on ads and recommend purchasing ads on a computer to avoid potential cost increases. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out mo...

In this bonus episode, we give you a sneak peek into what our Agency Owners Association (AOA) hangouts look like. A luxury home builder seeks advice on how to generate leads without relying on architects and designers. Learn to target high-end events and magazines using intent-based lists, geofencing, and cold emails.  Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube!   Check out...

In episode #2782, we discuss the challenges of competing with companies like Andreessen Horowitz in terms of recruiting and compensation, the hiring process and the value of hiring executives who have experience in the industry, and a mention of J. Paul Getty and his approach to being a working boss. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s conten...

In episode #2781, we discuss the recent assassination attempt on former President Trump, how he turned the incident into a marketable moment and the reactions from the mainstream media and corporations, and the impact of the incident on social media advertising and organic social content.  Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling...

In episode #2780, we discuss why Elon Musk's use of data in innovation is a mix of yes and no, Starlink Mini, Roaring Kitty's lawsuit, the importance of hiring good people, and the new version of SEO. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT)  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Why Elon Musk...

In episode #2779, we discuss how to use fake haters to boost engagement, the success of Courtney Kardashian's brand, the decline of click-through rates in search results, the dangers of abusing programmatic SEO, and the rise of AI answer optimization. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel Y...

In episode #2778, we discuss Louis Vuitton and Dior's genius real estate strategy, including LVMH's prime storefront acquisitions and their impact on brand dominance. We also explore Alex Hormozi's stance on not promoting in content, the death of traditional content marketing, and effective alternatives. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s co...

In this bonus episode, we give you a sneak peek into what our Agency Owners Association (AOA) hangouts look like. We focused on how to run a successful agency – upselling services, focusing on one thing vs. offering multiple services, internationalization, managing rates in a changing economy, and marketing strategies for offline brands.  Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on Y...

In episode #2777, we discuss the collapse of ZoomInfo's organic traffic, the short-term gains and long-term drawbacks of certain SEO strategies, the success of consulting companies in the AI boom, the importance of good advertising, and Google's decision to drop continuous scroll in search results. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content...

In episode #2776, we discuss embedding YouTube videos to boost website traffic and conversions, Google's preference for its own platforms, and the challenges CMOs face with short tenures and AI's growing role in marketing. We also touched on synthetic data and Google's testing of link cards in AI overviews. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s...

In episode #2775, we discuss programmatic SEO, the effectiveness of AI overviews, the rise of podcasts and the decline of mainstream media, the challenges of SaaS companies in generating revenue, the hiring of talent from South Africa, and the potential of marketable athletes to elevate sports leagues. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube!   Check out more of Eric’s co...

In episode #2774, we discuss our marketing tactics that have been effective for our businesses, such as using QR codes in webinars, running paid ads to webinars for warm leads, leveraging programmatic SEO and CRO to optimize web pages, and many more. We also touch on the importance of hiring talented individuals and the evolving landscape of diversity in the workplace. Don’t forget to help us grow...

In this bonus episode, we give you a sneak peek into what our Agency Owners Association (AOA) hangouts look like. We discuss personal branding, corporate brand building, scaling strategies, SEO's role in growth, and services digital agencies can offer to enter the Western market.  Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube!   Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT)...

In episode #2773, we discuss our biggest marketing and business mistakes in the last 12 months. Neil talks about the expansion of his ad agency, NP Digital, to multiple countries and the significant increase in expenses. We also share our mistake of prioritizing speaking engagements based on revenue rather than ideal customers.  Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube!  ...

In episode #2772, we discuss the shift in search engine results pages (SERPs) from displaying more affiliate product review content to more e-commerce and user-generated content (UGC). This shift makes more sense for users who want to see the best products and make a purchase directly. We also touch on the topic of hiring based on merit and diversity, with contrasting responses from different plat...

In episode #2771, we discuss Zapier's $575M monthly organic traffic from ranking alternative and competitor keywords. Despite a $5B valuation and $250-280M ARR, we stress optimizing for revenue over traffic and the importance of reputation and customer service. We note Google's AI overviews show fewer results, with less Reddit content and better performance from UGC and e-commerce content.  Don’t...

In episode #2770, we dive into the fascinating world where politics, media, and digital strategy intersect. From the carefully crafted narratives in traditional debates to Robert F. Kennedy's groundbreaking approach with his alternate debate, we uncover the deeper layers that shape public perception and policy. Stay tuned as we explore how leveraging video can transform your presence on platforms...

In episode #2769, we discuss how Apple isn't paying OpenAI for integration but values the distribution. If OpenAI drives significant users and revenue, Apple might seek a share. We also talk about gaining billions of social media views through a dedicated content creation team, though monetization is tricky—entrepreneurs should focus and persist for success. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscri...

In episode #2768, we discuss the growing role of communities like Reddit in SEO and the impact of poor customer service on reputations, citing Airbnb. We note Twitter's private likes boost engagement and emphasize the importance of practical AI applications, praising Apple for user-focused AI solutions. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube!   Check out more of Eric’s c...

In episode #2767, we discuss the marketing strategies we use to generate enterprise accounts, including specific content creation, webinars, events, and dinners, and the benefits of offering multiple services and expanding into different regions.  Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube!   Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT)...

In episode #2766, we discuss Google's AI potential to personalize search using data from various platforms (unlike ChatGPT), how Starbucks, seven months from insolvency, was turned around by CEO Howard Schultz refocusing on customer experience, and how blockchain can enhance affiliate marketing by verifying transactions. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube!   Check ou...