StrategyCast

A trusted brand can still lose the customer when every competitor looks equally credible. In this StrategyCast solocast, Lori Jones explores why trust is essential to brand strategy, but belief is what ultimately drives preference, action, loyalty, and advocacy. Lori breaks down the progression from credibility to confidence to trust to belief, and explains why each stage answers a different quest...

The B2B shortlist is forming earlier than most marketers realize. Buyers are using AI, peers, independent research, and past experiences to evaluate vendors before they ever raise their hand, which means your brand may be in or out of consideration before sales sees a signal. Lori Jones talks with Victoria Albert, CMO of Infuse, about how marketers can influence this invisible buying window. They...

Better AI does not automatically produce better marketing decisions. As AI tools become widely available, the real advantage comes from proprietary customer understanding, trustworthy data, and the human judgment to know which insights actually matter. On StrategyCast, Lori Jones talks with Tiffany Mullin-Radosevich, VP of Growth Operations at AYTM, about the changing relationship between AI, cons...

When growth slows, more marketing activity may only amplify a value proposition that is not differentiated enough. John Rivera explains how marketing leaders can answer the critical “Why should I choose you?” question, uncover what customers actually value, and turn differentiation into sustainable growth. In this StrategyCast conversation with Lori Jones, John Rivera, consultant, speaker, and aut...

Moving fast with AI can create efficiency, but without the right guardrails, it can also put customer trust, brand authenticity, and customer relationships at risk. Tara DeZao joins Lori on StrategyCast to explain why responsible AI governance may become one of the most important competitive advantages for marketers. From AI-powered personalization and agents to customer service and generative con...

AI is changing how B2B buyers search, evaluate solutions, and decide which brands to trust. For marketers, that means traffic, leads, and traditional attribution metrics no longer tell the whole story. On StrategyCast, Lori Jones talks with Andrew Davis, SVP of Marketing and Sales at TextUs, about how AI is upending buyer behavior and forcing marketers to rethink their go-to-market strategies. And...

Getting people to know your brand is not the finish line. The bigger strategic question is what happens next: Do they recognize you, trust you, believe in what you stand for, and eventually act on that belief? In this StrategyCast solocast, Lori introduces the Belief Path: know, recognize, trust, believe, and act. She explains how each stage builds on the one before it and why trust is the critica...

Marketing attribution is getting messier as AI changes how buyers discover, research, and evaluate brands. Emily Popson, SVP of Marketing at CallRail, explains how marketing leaders can connect their strategy to revenue even when traditional first-touch and last-touch attribution no longer tell the whole story.  Lori Jones and Emily explore a hybrid approach to marketing attribution that combines...

AI can make marketing faster, but it cannot fix weak decision-making. In this episode of StrategyCast, Lori Jones talks with Oversight CMO Jeff Chancellor about why marketing leadership in the AI era depends on trust, systems thinking, and the operating discipline behind the technology. As AI moves from experimentation into everyday business infrastructure, marketing leaders face a bigger challeng...

AI is changing how B2B buyers research, evaluate, and choose vendors. As automation and AI-generated content become more common, trust, community, and authentic human relationships are becoming the real competitive advantage. In this episode of StrategyCast, Lori Jones sits down with Carter Hostelley, founder of Leadtail, to explore why community-driven marketing, advocacy, and credibility matter...

Most companies think growth comes from better marketing. In reality, the right strategic partnerships can build buyer trust, strengthen credibility, and accelerate revenue in ways marketing alone cannot. In this episode of StrategyCast, Lori Jones sits down with Fabian Eckstrom-French, Director of Partner Development at Guru, to explore how strategic alliances create competitive advantage far beyo...

AI can help marketers move faster, but if it comes at the expense of authenticity and trust, it could do more harm than good. In this episode of StrategyCast, Lori Jones sits down with John Golden, Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer at Coevera, to discuss why trust is becoming the most valuable competitive advantage in modern marketing. They explore how AI is changing the way brands communicate,...

Brand strategy is changing. The brands creating lasting growth are not just running campaigns; they are building movements that people want to join. In this episode of StrategyCast, Lori Jones sits down with movement marketing pioneer Scott Goodson, founder of StrawberryFrog, to explore why movement thinking is replacing traditional advertising and how organizations of any size can rally customers...

Most buyers no longer trust marketing claims at face value. They investigate, compare, and verify before they believe. In this solo episode of StrategyCast, Lori Jones explains the four layers of proof that help brands build buyer trust in an increasingly skeptical marketplace. As AI makes content easier to create, unsupported claims are losing value. Buyers now examine leadership behavior, custom...

Prompt engineering is useful, but it isn't the marketing skill that will define the future. In this episode, Lori Jones and Dan Nestle explain why strategic thinking, authority, and AI-powered research are becoming the real competitive advantage for modern marketers. And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast...

As AI reshapes marketing, the brands that win won't be the loudest. They'll be the ones customers trust. Discover how authenticity, transparency, and customer experience are becoming the keys to long-term growth. And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast Newsletter. You'll receive weekly bursts of m...

Crushing pressure can trigger reactive habits, but great marketing leaders rise above. In this StrategyCast episode, learn powerful techniques to sharpen your thinking, boost team alignment, and stay focused on the big picture even when the pressure feels nonstop. And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast Newslett...

Is your brand's promise falling flat? In this episode, we reveal how today’s buyers demand proof, not just words. Learn the secrets to closing the trust gap, building lasting credibility, and turning every touchpoint into a reason customers keep coming back! And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast Newslette...

Is AI helping your marketing, or quietly damaging customer trust? In this episode of StrategyCast, Lori Jones sits down with Fred Wiechmann to explore how marketers can use AI to improve efficiency without sacrificing authenticity, trust, or meaningful customer relationships. Discover why the most successful brands put strategy before technology, how to avoid common automation mistakes, and practi...

Struggling to create brand messaging that actually converts? In this episode, brand strategist Kate DiLeo shares her 3-part workflow for building irresistible brand messaging that captures attention, builds trust, and drives measurable growth. Learn how to craft a stronger value proposition, identify meaningful differentiators, improve your brand positioning, and create messaging that helps buyers...

What does it take to move from AI hype to real marketing wins? In this episode, you’ll see how leading brands put AI agents to work for smarter strategy, faster results, and campaigns that build authentic trust. And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast Newsletter. You'll receive weekly bursts of marketing ti...

Struggling to prove the value of AI in your marketing? Get practical insights on building systems, measuring outcomes, and gaining C-suite buy-in. And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast Newsletter. You'll receive weekly bursts of marketing tips, clips, resources, and a whole lot more. Visit https://strateg...

Stop losing buyers to skepticism! This episode breaks down how companies slip when bold ideas overshadow real proof. Learn the blueprint for building trust, stand out by being believable, and turn your operations into the greatest confidence builder. And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast Newsletter. You'l...

Imagine never losing sight of your buyer’s needs, no matter how complex the campaign. In this StrategyCast episode, learn how synthetic customers can transform your approach, pressure-test your messaging, and help you create high-performing campaigns that win trust! And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast Newsle...

Why do top marketing teams still struggle with game-changing personalization and AI, even with all the right tools? In this episode of StrategyCast, we're exposing the powerful architectural shifts that make Martech strategies truly deliver. Give your brand the edge it deserves! And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the S...