Marketing School - Digital Marketing and Online Marketing Tips

In episode #2180, Neil and Eric talk about why it’s better to share stories of your experiences than to give advice. Whenever you give someone advice you’re taking a risk because you have no way of predicting the outcomes with 100% certainty. Sharing your takeaways from past experiences can be a powerful and effective way of empowering others to make their own decisions. Tune in as we discuss the...

In episode #2179, we talk about the tidal wave of layoffs that has already begun. Looking to Michael Burry for some direction, we can see the signs of a recession, and no matter your personal experience of the current economic climate, we are all noticing the downturns in the markets, and the high rates of inflation. Tune in to hear about how this affects us as marketers! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:...

In episode #2178, we talk about why Neil and Eric don't blog often anymore. As the online landscape has changed over the last decade, the areas that were most fertile have shifted too. Tune in to hear about Neil and Eric's attitude towards posting on heir blogs, and what this means in the constantly evolving climate of internet marketing!  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:23] Today’s topic: Why Neil a...

In episode #2177, we share some of the lessons we have learned auditing our YouTube channels! From the research necessary to boost your views and subscribers, to which metrics you should prioritize, we cover it all! Tune in today, and get started on building your best channel yet! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Lessons Learned Doing Audits on Our Youtube Channels. [00:25] Differen...

In episode #2176, we talk about the idea that, if it looks too good to be true, it probably is! Taking the example of the craziness happening in the crypto space right now as an example, we dive into the relationship between risk and return and how you can avoid getting burned. Tune in to hear about our experiences and hard-fought wisdom on the subject! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:23] Today’s top...

In episode #2175, we talk about why Neil bought AnswerThePublic! If you want to get the inside scoop on Neil's recent acquisition of SEO tool, AnswerThePublic, you have come to the right place. Tune in to hear about what the tool does, how he plans to improve it, and where this may lead him next! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:22] Today’s topic: Why Neil Bought AnswerThePublic. [00:26] An introducti...

In episode #2174, we talk about the simplest way to build links to your website. As we have often said, links are one of the most important and powerful ways to boost your traffic, credibility, and revenue. So if you want to learn about how offering a tool can increase your links and how easy this is to do, make sure to tune in! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: The Simplest Way to B...

In episode #2173, we talk about why SEO is great during a recession! Unlike many other marketing avenues, SEO has an evergreen nature that will help you accrue revenue no matter the economic climate. Tune in to hear about why many of the best founders are experts in SEO and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:21] Today’s topic: Why SEO is Great During a Recession. [00:25] The continual long-term sa...

In episode #2172, we share a list of the best free SEO tools for anyone starting out with an online business. If you want to hear about tools for video, keywords, email collection, and more, you have come to the right place. Tune in to hear the complete list and boost your traffic today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: The Best Free SEO Tools for Beginners. [00:27] A little bit of...

In episode #2171, we share three strategic ways to monetize your blog for long-term cash flow! It is widely known that blog traffic can be manipulated in order to increase your revenue, but there are some methods that are better than others and will lead to more sustained income. Tune in to hear about our best advice for monetizing your blog today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:22] Today’s topic: 3...

One of the biggest challenges of conducting effective marketing is that it can be virtually impossible to be certain which of your methods are getting you positive results. Today on the show, we get together with Sam Parr, Founder of The Hustle and host of the podcast My First Million, to discuss what he’s learned about impactful marketing and why growing a podcast following is so challenging. We...

In episode #2169, we talk about three lessons we have learned consulting for agency owners. Agency owners have many pitfalls to avoid and tuning in to the show, listeners will hear about the three main ones we have seen during our time in the field. Press play to hear us explain niching down, focus, and hiring! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:23] Today’s topic: 3 Lessons Learned Consulting for Agency...

In episode #2168, we talk about how to allocate $1k in ad spend for the pre-validation of your new product! When launching something new, nothing can replace actual research and experimentation with users, so the first money you spend can go a long way. Tune in to hear about some of the tips and tools we recommend for getting your product off the ground. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s to...

In episode #2167, Neil and Eric discuss how Meta is making it 'easier' for creators to make money. Creators are increasingly gravitating towards partnering with brands and finding other streams of income outside of social media platforms. Tune in as we discuss the new features being released by Meta, like NFTs, monetized reels, and live streams, and why these developments are making it easier for...

In episode #2166, Neil and Eric talk about why a bigger TAM means easier marketing. Total Addressable Market (TAM) plays a huge role in your potential earnings, as well as the marketing strategies you decide to pursue. Tune in to learn how to identify your TAM, why it’s such an important marketing element, and how to leverage it as a part of your strategy. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s...

In episode #2165, Neil and Eric ask what high-interest rates mean for marketing? Global interest rates are on the rise, making it more costly for consumers and investors to borrow money. Tune in as we discuss these developments from a marketing perspective, how the industry will be affected by the fact that people are less likely to spend money, and how you can adapt to these changes. TIME-STAMPED...

In episode #2164, Neil and Eric share their thoughts on Twitter's new ad features. We discuss the new Twitter campaign planner, a novel forecasting feature that allows you to gauge your campaign outcome before launching it, as well as why Twitter is a great space for both Web3 and Web 2.0 advertising. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Our Thoughts on Twitter's New Ad Features. [00:28...

In this special episode of Marketing School, we broadcast Noah Kagan's recent talk about insights into NFTs and passive income! Noah makes a clear point about his philosophy towards sustained success, how we can think about this concept when starting out on a new venture, and he also underlines the values of clarifying your target customers as much as possible. Tuning in, listeners will hear Noah...

In episode #2162, Neil and Eric talk about how to run a lean business without sacrificing quality. It’s not always necessary to focus solely on the essentials in your business. Providing lunches and stipends can be great for employee morale, but it can also run counter to running a lean business. Tune in as we discuss what it means to run a lean business and how you can achieve it without sacrific...

In episode #2161, Neil and Eric break down the one KPI to focus on when you start your agency. You don't grow agencies through SEO, viral videos, or social media. You grow your agency by producing amazing work. Word of mouth is one of the best ways to grow your reputation and your agency. Tune in to learn why you need to offer a fantastic service and overdeliver on your client work! TIME-STAMPED S...

In episode #2160, Neil and Eric share how their teams are dealing with the most recent Apple updates. It’s never a good idea to worry about things you can’t control. Learn how you can continue to follow best practices, like taking an omnichannel approach and doing consistent AB testing, despite updates and changes from companies like Apple and Google.  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topi...

In episode #2159, Neil and Eric break down how to get your first 10k followers on any channel. One of the best ways to grow your following is by conducting interviews. It’ll give you a chance to be seen by their audiences and grow your reach. While this method requires hard work and dedication, the results will pay off in the long run. Tune in for an informative and insightful guide on how to grow...

In episode #2158, Neil and Eric talk about how to network with badass people during a recession. Instead of focusing on making business connections at any given event, shift your mindset to having fun and being curious about the people you meet. If you’re fun to be around and you enjoy helping others, eventually, you’ll be networking with amazing, talented people! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20]...

In episode #2157, Neil and Eric talk about how to 10x your social media presence. Learn how to increase your presence by repurposing your content, why being visible on multiple channels broadens your scope, how best to leverage trending topics, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: How to 10x Your Social Media Presence. [00:25] How to repurpose your content for different channe...

There are a host of cultural, environmental, geographical, and personal factors that determine how likely individuals are to become founders and entrepreneurs. And yet, one of the most persistent myths about entrepreneurship continues to be that founders are born rather than made. In today’s episode, we get together with Matt Clifford, CEO and Founder of Entrepreneur First (EF) to discuss the misc...