The Long Game

The conversation explores the impact of algorithms on our lives, from social media platforms to personal decision-making. It delves into the definition of algorithms and their role in recommendation systems. The discussion highlights the tension between convenience and personalization, as well as the desire for serendipity and authenticity. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by...

In this conversation, Alex and Ramli John discuss their experiences with podcasting, the evolution of content creation, and the importance of standing out in a crowded market. They also touch on the concept of product adoption and the goals of the Product Adoption Academy within AppCues. In this conversation, Ramli John and Alex discuss the concept of product-led growth and its misconceptions. The...

The conversation explores the tragedy of the commons in relation to search and artificial intelligence. It discusses Google's defensive posture and the increase in large brands in search results. The conversation also delves into the history of content farms and the impact of the Panda algorithm. It highlights the challenges faced by challenger brands and the importance of balancing false positive...

In this conversation, Parthi Loganathan, the co-founder of LetterDrop, discusses his approach to SEO and content creation. He emphasizes the importance of understanding user intent and providing unique and valuable content. Parthi also highlights the concept of information gain and its role in standing out from competitors. He discusses the evolving landscape of SEO and the need for multimedia and...

Sahil Patel, CEO of Spiralyze, shares his journey to becoming CEO and introduces Spiralyze, a conversion rate optimization company. Spiralyze offers a unique tech-enabled service that combines an agency component with a SaaS product. They scrape data from 34,000 websites that run A/B tests to identify proven winners, which are tests that have been validated by multiple companies. Spiralyze uses th...

In this conversation, Eve Alexander, a product marketing leader, discusses the evolution and strategic importance of product marketing. She highlights the need for product marketers to revisit and refine their story and positioning as the market changes. Eve also shares insights on differentiating in a competitive market, using competitive intelligence to inform strategy, and the role of integrate...

The conversation covers various topics related to decision-making, motivation, and experimentation in business and marketing. It begins with a conversation about cope creep and the fear of failure. The hosts explore the challenges of overcoming the status quo and making strategic decisions. They also discuss the paradox of choice and the impact of too many options. The conversation concludes with...

In this conversation, Alex and David Baum discuss the problems and challenges in content operations (Content Ops) and the need for a new generation of software and tools to support the way people work today. They explore the disarray in content strategy, the gulf between content managers and writers, and the risks of an SEO-first approach. They also emphasize the importance of preserving the human...

In this conversation, Alefiya Dhilla discusses her experience with the challenges of technology and productivity, the impact of AI and change management, the role of a measured marketer, the importance of generalists and specialists, navigating politics and emotional intelligence, building portfolios of growth bets, and the journey of her consulting firm, Full Turn. In this conversation, Alefiya D...

In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics related to marketing and branding. They explore the meaning of demand generation, the role of advertising, the history of content marketing, and the importance of simplifying marketing strategies. They also touch on the idea of making marketing more personal and tearing down overcomplication in the industry. Key Takeaways Demand generation ref...

Tido Carriero, co-founder and CEO of Koala, shares his journey with David, from engineering to product to founder and CEO. He discusses the importance of marketing and solving customer problems, as well as the challenges of transitioning to a CEO role. Tido explains the concept of intent-based marketing and the shift in the market towards personalized and helpful outreach. He also shares insights...

In this conversation, Mordy Oberstein discusses the impact of AI on SEO and the challenges it presents. He emphasizes the need for SEOs to adapt their strategies and understand the changing landscape of content creation. Mordy also highlights the importance of user intent and the role of AI in Google's algorithm. He suggests that brands should take risks and differentiate themselves by creating co...

In this episode of the Long Game podcast, host Alex Birkett interviews Jenn Long, who shares her expertise in SEO and content strategy. They discuss the challenges of content writing, the synergy between SEO and content quality, and the significance of keyword research for customer insights. Jenn also talks about a blog migration project, the role of AI in content creation, and its limitations. Th...

In this episode of the Long Game podcast, host Alex Birkett talks with Nate Matherson, CEO of Positional, about the intricacies of SEO and content marketing. Nate shares his reflects on lessons learned from past startup experiences. They discuss the shift from his previous company to Positional, the challenges of the SEO landscape, and the integration of CRO into Positional's offerings. The conver...

In this podcast episode, Alex Birkett and Ritvij Gautam discuss the intricacies of outbound sales in B2B companies. They explore the role of outbound sales in generating revenue, the challenges of high turnover in sales teams, and the importance of understanding the ideal customer profile and total addressable market. They also consider the impact of AI on sales processes and the balance between a...

In this podcast episode, the speakers delve into the evolving landscape of content creation and marketing in the age of AI. They discuss the future of their podcast, the rise of LinkedIn experts, and the controversy of AI-generated content, including a fake writer scandal at Sports Illustrated. The conversation covers the viral SEO heist AI strategy, the divide among marketers, and the potential i...

In this episode of the Long Game podcast, hosts Alex Birkett, Allie Decker, and David Khim, members of the Omniscient Agency team discuss the concept of taste, its development, and its significance in various domains like movies, content, and SEO. They explore whether taste is innate or can be developed, and the difference between genuine taste and posturing. Personal experiences and the influence...

In this episode of the Learning to Change podcast, host Melissa Emler talks with Alex Burkett, co-founder of Omniscient Digital. They discuss Alex's career trajectory from a music major to a content marketing expert, highlighting his love for literature and reading as the foundation for his career. Alex shares insights on the impact of AI on search and consumer behavior, the future of SEO, and the...

In this podcast episode, Alex Burkett interviews growth marketer Patrick Moran about his experience in brand marketing.  They discuss the relationship between brand marketing and growth marketing, the components of brand strategy and positioning, and the challenges of measuring the impact of brand marketing.  Moran emphasizes the importance of understanding audience behaviors on different platform...

Show Links Connect with Alex Birkett on LinkedIn and Twitter Connect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or Twitter Past guests on The Long Game podcast include: Morgan Brown (Shopify) , Ryan Law (Animalz) , Dan Shure (Evolving SEO) , Kaleigh Moore (freelancer) , Eric Siu (Clickflow) , Peep Laja (CXL) , Chelsea Castle (Chili Piper) , Tracey Wallace (Klaviyo) , Tim Soulo (Ahrefs) , Ryan McReady (Re...

In this episode, Shay Howe, the Chief Marketing Officer at ActiveCampaign. They discuss Shay's background in product design and engineering and how it has influenced his approach to marketing.  Shay emphasizes the value of being a generalist and problem solver and shares insights on hiring and managing a marketing team. They also explore the importance of strategic decision-making, self-awareness,...

In this episode of Kitchen Side, we discuss various topics including the recent Google update, the importance of creating helpful content, the impact of SEO on traffic and leads, changes in work culture, experiences with LinkedIn, efficiency versus effectiveness, the shift in work culture and its impact on hiring and talent acquisition, and experiences with learning new skills and setting goals. ...

In this episode, Olga Denisova, an experienced marketer in hypergrowth companies discussed topics such as B2B marketing, foundational marketing activities, and the impact of personalization efforts on revenue.  Olga also delved into their shared interests in medicine and classical music, discussing misconceptions about classical music and the challenges of playing the piano. She shared her experie...

In this episode of The Kitchen Side, the team reflects on their recent team offsite in Phoenix discusses various topics related to team retreats, preparation, and activities, and emphasizes the impact of meeting in person and the energy levels after the offsite.  They discuss the importance of in-person interactions and the difference between offsite work and day-to-day work. They also talk about...

In this episode with Khe Hy, founder of RadReads, is a conversation that goes beyond the usual topics of content, SEO, marketing, and tech. He discussed his journey of founding RadReads, his transition from Wall Street to being a full-time creator, and his tips on productivity.  Khe spent 15 years working on Wall Street and was one of the youngest Managing Directors at BlackRock. He's been called...