The Marketing Millennials

Fiction is one of the most consumed forms of content and entertainment in the world, yet there isn’t much crossover into the world of B2B. Leaning heavily on educational content, templates, and guides is the way of old B2B Marketing, the brands crushing in 2024 are striking the perfect balance between education and entertainment. And today’s guest Ian Faison has a few HOT TAKES around taking big s...

Ok so… real confession…I may not have a prize for you Marketing Bestie, except for a little nugget of Marketing gold called urgency. How do you make your messaging appear urgent, even if it’s really not? And how can you leverage the artistic powers of a good time crunch to boost user response? Jay and I break down everything you need to know about this vital tactic before things get a bit spooky a...

Consistency is 80% of the battle when it comes to making it to the top of LinkedIn.   So aside from showing up day in and day out, how else can you build authority and become a top voice on the platform?    Daniel and Mark Jung, founder of Authority, discuss the strategies and tactics to grow your following and establish yourself as an authentic creator on LinkedIn. From optimizing your profile to...

I’m back, chatting with the King of Boca Raton himself, Jay Schwedelson, for another round of our best Marketing tricks and tips. This week, we’re breaking down the rise of short-form content— and revealing how B2B marketers can leverage it for their gain. What’s the Costco sampler effect (…not the one that happens after you’ve eaten too many free cheese samples 😉) and how can it benefit your bra...

You’re a B2B Marketer? Cool. This episode is a must-listen for you if you want your content to drive real results. The importance that expertise and passion play in successful content, a can’t-miss step BEFORE hitting publish, and the key to building trust on socials (which will shock you). We’re turning our B2B content from forgettable to impactful within 5 minutes today. Click play or stay stale...

Brand Marketing vs. performance Marketing, how do you find the balance?? I’m so glad you asked. This episode with Nicole Sumner, Brand Director at Ollie, gets to THE BOTTOM of this question (which we love). Grab your coffee, get your Airpods, and tune into a convo with Nicole and I as she breaks down Ollie’s approach to brand-building in a crowded dog food market and how they’re emphasizing the im...

There are no more original ideas. But don’t let that stop you from creating new content. Jay and I talk about what to do during a creative drought and how to come up with new ideas, even when you feel like you’re running on empty. Learn how to scour the internet for endless inspiration and put a new spin on old ideas. Plus, find out why Twitter and Reddit are two of the most valuable tools in your...

Sure you’ve heard of brand positioning— and it’s one thing in marketing theory, but how is it in real-life applications? Today, I’m uncovering the basics of brand positioning. What are the top five things you need to succeed at it? Find out why understanding your audience, knowing your competition, and finding your unique value prop are some of the best ways to improve your brand. What else is on...

Creating your personal brand isn’t as hard as you might think.   Are you caught up worrying about how you’re going to come up with that endless original content? Well knock it off because TBH, you’re not going to need as much of it as you might think.   In this Bathroom Break, I’m chatting with Jay about how I built Marketing Millennials to over 1M+ followers and revealing the secret sauce to Mark...

He’s one of the geniuses behind Complex's many viral successes including Hot Ones, Sneaker Shopping and GOAT Talk. Meet Moksha Fitzgibbons, President of Complex and overall master of media. Discover the secrets behind successful media partnerships and content development as Moksha shares his insights on aligning personal passion with business, leveraging new technologies, and designing content for...

So you’re trying to grow your LinkedIn page but don’t know how to get to that 1 million follower mark? Don’t worry— with these five simple tricks that helped me gain my first million, you can get there too! Learn how timing, content optimization, and compelling images can drive your follower count and land you the reach you need to succeed. Tune in now! Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube....

If no one’s left a review on your product, will anyone be there to buy it? Social proof is everything. After all, you wouldn’t choose an Uber driver with zero ratings, would you? Jay and I break down the importance of social proof and explain how you can get more of it. How should you be using social proof to your advantage? NGL, but… these tips might actually surprise you!   Follow Jay: LinkedIn:...

Tired of your social media being a ghost town? Then it's time to unleash the power of the meme. Join us as we dive deep into the world of meme marketing with Aidan Brannigan, the social media wizard behind The Marketing Millennials. What are his secrets to turning viral jokes into serious points of engagement that drive brand awareness? Aidan’s spilling the tea on everything from meme creation to...

Tired of your emails hitting the spam bin? It’s time to clean up your email list then. In this ep, I’m chatting with Brian Minick, COO of ZeroBounce, as he reveals the secrets to skyrocketing your email marketing success. Why does quality trump quantity? And what are the metrics that truly matter most? Brian unravels the importance of having a high-quality email list, the risks of using unmarketab...

So you just got your first official hater… Congratulations! Seriously, it’s not as bad as you think. Sometimes, negative feedback is a good thing— it means you’ve reached enough people for some of them to have an opinion about you. Without any haters, you’re never going to have stark raving fans. But how much should you care about what your haters are saying? Jay and I chat about our experiences w...

Looking to improve your marketing strategies and drive more conversions? Then take a listen to what Alex Nazarevich, the VP of Growth at Unbounce, has to say about the importance of testing and optimization in marketing. How can embracing unpredictability lead to innovative marketing ideas? Alex explains why marketers need to stop getting caught up in the minor details and start focusing on the cu...

She’s the intern who blew up Mixoloshe (literally) and the internet. He’s the CEO who came up with the genius idea behind the viral rebranding campaign. Meet Mike Chambers, the man behind one of the internet’s biggest marketing rebrands. Seriously, this brand didn’t just crush the art of rebranding they absolutely SMASHD it. We’re talking an 800% jump in revenue in under 60 days with 0 ad dollars....

Get in the Goldilocks Zone.   When it comes to social media, you don’t want to post too much or too little. So what’s the golden ratio for your content posting schedule?   Jay Schwedelson and I unravel the secret formula to keeping your audience tuned in to your content and engaged. How are relevancy and frequency tied together? And should you keep posting content to maintain frequency, even if yo...

Anyone can start a podcast. But not anyone can monetize one. I’m chatting with George Macdonald, Partnerships Lead at the High-Performance Podcast, to explore the ins and outs of podcasting. How can you create more authentic partnerships within this dynamic medium? Discover the formats and content that resonate best with podcast audiences, and learn the most effective strategies for podcast promot...

Googling anything is sooooo 2015. If you aren’t using Reddit, then LITERALLY, what are you doing? SEO isn’t what it used to be and Senior Product Manager of SEO and Acquisition at Scribd, Abby Gleason is here to explain exactly what’s changed. Abby reveals how you can stay relevant and optimized when it comes to search engine traffic and breaks down the best ways to optimize your traffic for platf...

As the great Kenny Loggins once said, “You gotta know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em, know when to walk away and know when to run.” The same advice is 100% applicable to win-back email marketing strategies. Jay and I break down everything you need to know about winning people back to your email efforts. What’s the one marketing line you should avoid like the plague? And is it true that bo...

On the struggle bus to make your brand stand out in a crowded market? Can’t quite unlock the secret formula to building a loyal community? Then get ready for a high-energy dive into the essentials of personal branding and community building. Brand strategist Kara Redman reveals the secret sauce behind some of the most powerful personal brands within companies and shares her most actionable steps f...

Listen up kiddos, because the elder millennials are here to tell you a tale about the dos and don’ts of career growth. Grandpa Daniel and Grandma Ari have learned a lot about moving up a rung or two on the career ladder. And we’re here to teach a lesson or two to you young’uns on how to make some serious game-changing moves in your career. So buckle up butterbean, take notes, and don’t be surprise...

You should never repeat the past. At least, not IRL. But in marketing? Well… in marketing not repeating your content is practically an original sin. I chat with Jay about some of the biggest marketing myths that need debunking and break down the ins and outs of repurposing content. Plus, are open rates meaningless? Yes… and no. Let’s just say, it’s complicated, ok?   Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://...

In today’s social media market, brand knockoffs are a constant threat. So what can you do if it happens to you? And what’s the best way to differentiate your brand in an oversaturated market? SVP of Marketing at Recharge, Jen Gray, hops on the pod to chat with me about how to create a unique brand story that sets you apart from your competitors and resonates with your target audience. Jen reveals...