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How We'd Grow Our Podcast to 5M Downloads per month #2103 May 22, 2022

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In episode #2103, we talk about how we'd grow our podcast to five million downloads per month in the future. After the last few years of amazing growth, we are so excited about where we might be headed next and the new listeners we will still connect with. Tune in to hear all about the different avenues we think will get us to the next big milestone!

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[00:23] Today’s topic: How We'd Grow Our Podcast to 5M Downloads Per Month.
[00:45] Using advertising on other podcasts as a way to boost subscription.
[01:02] Increasing guest interviews as a way to cross-promote and induct new followers.
[01:20] Talking about a broader range of subjects as a way to reach a wider audience.
[01:59] Why podcast networks might be the next big thing.
[03:05] Thinking about the opportunity presented by email advertising.
[03:15] The simple equation of appearing on other podcasts and linking back to your own.
[04:05] Twitter and LinkedIn threads; doubling down on existing audiences.
[04:50] That’s it!
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How to Screen For SEO Talent in 2022 #2102 May 21, 2022

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In episode #2102, we talk about how to screen for SEO talent in 2022! When building the best team that you can, you need a good process to vet potential hires and we are here to make this just a little bit easier for you. From the initial questions to drilling down deeper to better understand candidates, if you want to find the right person, you have come to the right place!

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[00:24] Today’s topic: How to Screen For SEO Talent in 2022.
[00:26] Enquiring about past experience and traffic increases.
[00:55] Going deeper on the methods for increasing traffic.
[02:05] Why follow-up questions can be so effective for vetting hires.
[02:32] Screening candidates and finding out their long-term goals and true strengths.
[03:52] Questions to ask about recruiting and team building.
[04:10] That is it for today!
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On the Verge of Bankruptcy, What Do You Do? #2101 May 20, 2022

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In episode #2101, Neil and Eric talk about what to do if you’re on the verge of bankruptcy. It’s okay to fail and try new things, and bankruptcy shouldn’t be associated with shame or stigma. Tune in to learn about our experience with making tough decisions and how to make the best choice based on your situation.

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[00:25] Today’s topic: On The Verge of Bankruptcy, What Do You Do?
[00:30] Eric’s experience with Single Grain and how they turned the company around.
[01:37] How to evaluate what your outcome will be depending on the decision you make.
[02:09] Why your decision will depend on your circumstances and your stage in life.
[04:14] Why there is no shame in bankruptcy.
[04:22] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast!
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How A Founder Sold Over $11.5M In NFTs While Running His Startup with Alex Taub May 19, 2022

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In this episode, Eric gets together with Alex Taub, co-founder of Upstream, a no-code all-in-one DAO builder. He is also the co-founder of Illuminati, an NFT project that has sold over $11.5M in NFTs, all while running his startup. Tuning in you’ll hear all about Upstream, what first inspired it, and how it helps its users build and manage DAOs by being accessible and easy to use. Get a sneak peek at what Upstream has planned in the coming weeks, their marketing strategy for the company, and what it means to be a leader in the Web3 space. We also delve into the founding of Illuminati, how Alex balances it with his work at Upstream, and what it’s taught him about Web3 and marketing. Hear the story of how they first marketed their Illuminati NFT project using intriguing pins, the concept of a secret society, and an established Twitter handle. Alex also describes what he loves about playing in the NFT space, why he believes play-to-earn is going to explode in 2022, and why Twitter is such a useful networking tool. To learn more about how Alex balances his time, his insights on Web3, and much more, make sure you tune in today!

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[00:20] Today’s topic: How A Founder Sold Over $11.5M In NFTs While Running His Startup.
[01:31] Get to know Alex Taub, co-founder of Upstream and Illuminati NFT.
[03:29] How Alex and his team decided to go all-in on Upstream.
[04:56] How Alex became involved with Web3, NFTs, DAOs, and dApps.
[08:11] A breakdown of Upstream: how it works and how it’s priced.
[08:58] Some of the use cases that Upstream is currently being used for.
[10:20] How Upstream is growing, and what it means to be a leader in the Web3 space.
[12:41] Insights into the marketing strategy for Upstream.
[14:36] How Alex co-founded Illuminati NFT and how he balances it with his work at Upstream.
[15:22] What launching Illuminati NFT has taught Alex about managing DAOs on Upstream.
[17:57] The time and investment you need to start an NFT project.
[19:36] How Illuminati has sold over $11.5M in NFTs.
[21:52] The story of how they first marketed Illuminati by giving out pins at an event.
[22:51] What Alex learned from the launch of Illuminati and their sales plan.
[25:59] Alex shares why Twitter is his favorite business tool.
[26:13] Learn about Alex’s favorite business book, Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future.
[26:55] Alex’s favorite NFTs — that aren't Illuminati or Bored Apes!
[28:55] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe!
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Where To Hire Incredible Marketers in 2022 #2099 May 18, 2022

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In episode #2099, Neil and Eric talk about where to hire incredible marketers in 2022. Learn how to use LinkedIn as a useful resource for finding great talent and discover why referral recruiting is so effective, even in a big company.

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[00:25] Today’s topic: Where To Hire Incredible Marketers in 2022.
[00:35] How to use LinkedIn to find excellent marketers.
[01:37] Learn why referral recruiting can be so impactful.
[02:52] How to use your team to find great talent.
[03:32] An overview of how we’ve been finding talent to help grow our Web3 department.
[04:17] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast!
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How To Prepare Yourself & Your Business Against A Recession #2098 May 17, 2022

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In episode #2098, Neil and Eric talk about how to prepare yourself and your business against a recession. You can’t predict when a recession will hit, but you can do your best to prepare for it! Tune in to hear our recommendations for how to prepare your business for a recession, from increasing your conversion rate optimization to investing in your relationships and more!

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[00:20] Today’s topic: How To Prepare Yourself & Your Business Against A Recession.
[00:25] The definition of a recession.
[00:58] Why we expect a recession soon.
[01:11] How to use conversion rate optimization to prepare for a recession.
[01:57] Why you shouldn’t try to predict a recession.
[02:24] Why you should be optimizing for relationships.
[03:25] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast!
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Spray and Pray, the Best Way to Get Started With Social Media #2097 May 16, 2022

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In episode #2097, Neil and Eric talk about 'spray and pray,’ the best way to get started with social media. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to marketing, and you need to try out different things to figure out what works for your brand. Tune in to find out how to use the 'spray and pray' approach, combined with analytics, to hone in on what will work best for your product!

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[00:25] Today’s topic: Spray and Pray, the Best Way to Get Started with Social Media.
[00:30] The benefits of the ‘spray and pray’ approach, and how to do it.
[02:36] Why you need to keep analytics in mind when taking the ‘spray and pray’ approach.
[02:48] How many channels to use the ‘spray and pray’ approach on.
[03:10] Understanding the RICE framework and how to use it.
[03:55] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast!
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Where We Think The World Is Headed (And What To Do About It) #2096 May 15, 2022

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In episode #2096, Neil and Eric talk about where they think the world is headed (and what to do about it). With rising interest rates, businesses and marketing departments find themselves needing to adapt. Listen in to hear what you can expect in the coming months and what helpful steps you can take to protect yourself and your business, while also learning how to identify unexpected opportunities.

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[00:20] Today’s topic: Where We Think The World Is Headed (And What To Do About It)
[00:25] How rising interest rates will affect businesses and marketing.
[01:29] How to find places where you can get underpriced attention.
[03:33] Making preparations for cutbacks.
[03:56] Some advice from Warren Buffet.
[04:25] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast!
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Marketing School Episode #2070: Marketing Trends We’re Excited About for Q2 2022
Marketing School Episode #2073: Effective Alternatives To The Competitive Landscapes of PPC & SEO
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Reaction to Elon Musk Offering To Buy Twitter #2095 May 14, 2022

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In episode #2095, Neil and Eric discuss their reaction to Elon Musk offering to buy Twitter. Plenty of people have offered to buy Twitter, and Elon Musk certainly has the funds to do it. Tune in to hear what you can expect if this deal goes through!

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[00:20] Today’s topic: Reaction to Elon Musk Offering To Buy Twitter
[01:06] Why it might be difficult for Elon to buy Twitter.
[01:47] Some of the changes that might take place if Elon buys Twitter.
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What You Should Never Do When You're Selling (How To Lose A Deal) #2094 May 13, 2022

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In episode #2094, Neil and Eric talk about what you should never do when you're selling (how to lose a deal). The key to having a good relationship with customers is by instilling confidence. Learn how humility, a mentality of underpromising and over-delivering, as well as good communication will help you maintain fantastic long-term relationships with your clients! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

[00:20] Today’s topic: What You Should Never Do When You're Selling (How To Lose A Deal).
[00:29] How overpromising and underdelivering can kill a deal.
[01:14] Why instilling confidence is essential.
[02:28] The level of communication that you need to maintain with your customer.
[02:40] How to ensure that you add value to your communication with clients.
[03:03] How to make each of your follow-ups a marketable moment.
[03:36] Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast and text us at 310-349-3785!
[03:59] That’s it for today!
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