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This Software Can Create Thousands Of AI-Generated Articles And Drive Real Traffic May 26, 2023

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In episode #2465, we investigate the software that can create AI-generated articles to “drive real traffic”. Namely, byword.ai. While AI SEO strategies might have short-term results, we don’t believe that they will maintain their efficacy in the long term. Tune in as we delve into @jakezward's AI SEO case study and share our opinions on whether content writers will be replaced by this technology.

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[00:00] Today’s topic: byword.ai, the software creating AI-generated articles to drive real traffic.
[00:43] Why human modification of AI-generated content is essential for driving good traffic.
[02:00] The details of @jakezward's AI SEO case study.
[03:24] Our opinion on the efficacy of this strategy in the long term.
[04:48] Will AI replace content writers?
[06:03] The use cases for byword.ai.
[07:06] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

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100m Views and $900 Return May 25, 2023

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In episode #2464, we explore the question of vanity metrics versus revenue. We look at a particular story of a creator reaching 100 million views on YouTube with only a $900 return. These stats beg the question: should you be focusing more on revenue or views? Of course, it depends on your marketing goal, but we think revenue should take preference. In this episode, we discuss how best to generate revenue from your content and explain why long-form content is preferable for growing a long-term audience with significant conversions.

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[00:00] Today’s topic: The measly return for YouTube views.
[00:43] The content of the YouTube channel in question.
[01:03] Vanity metrics vs Revenue: Why you should shift your focus from views to conversions.
[01:56] How best to generate revenue from your content.
[03:45] @theisaacmed's marketing goal and “reasonable budget”.
[04:00] The monetization opportunity for niche content.
[04:54] Our takeaways from @theisaacmed 100m views to $900 conversion.
[05:13] Why long-form content is preferable for building long-term relationships.
[06:04] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

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7 Marketing Tools for Q2 2023 May 24, 2023

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In episode #2463, we share seven marketing tools for the second quarter of 2023. The year is already flying by and now is a great time to familiarize yourself with some of the most efficient, powerful, and easy-to-use online marketing tools that you have at your disposal. From simplifying your SEO content stack to optimizing your email marketing channels and creating beautiful creative elements using AI, these tools can do it all! Be sure to tune in to learn more about our favorites and how you can leverage them for maximum impact this quarter.

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[00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Marketing Tools for Q2 2023.
[00:09] How you can use Character.ai to create an AI assistant.
[01:06] Ways that Scalenut can help you generate a content marketing strategy.
[01:52] Google Bard features that can make a difference to your business.
[02:28] How Seventh Sense can help you maximize your email marketing revenue.
[02:50] Why the possibilities for generative AI are pretty much endless with StabilityAI.
[03:22] Using Midjourney or ImageBind to create beautiful, unique artwork.
[05:46] Tools that beehiiv offers that can help you grow your email list.
[06:29] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

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Character.ai
Scalenut
Google Bard
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StabilityAI
Midjourney
ImageBind
OpenAI
beehiiv

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Why Newsletters Are Making a Comeback (and Why You Should Care) May 23, 2023

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In episode #2462, we discuss why newsletters are making a comeback. Recently, Neil shared the biggest lesson he learned from sending out hundreds of millions of emails, and today, we take a look at how you can use newsletters to take control of your marketing! Tune in for some tools and strategies to help you scale your email marketing, boost your clicks, accelerate conversion rates, and so much more.

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[00:00] Today’s topic: Why Newsletters Are Making a Comeback (and Why You Should Care).
[00:10] Ways that email marketing has changed and evolved in recent years.
[00:50] How personalization can boost your open rates and click rates.
[01:46] Why newsletters are a great tool to help you take control of your marketing.
[03:14] How to find out where subscribers are coming from and segment lists automatically.
[04:02] Customized interactive email solutions that could see your conversion rates skyrocket.
[05:12] Recommended tools to power your newsletter.
[05:38] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

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Ep. 2460: The Biggest Lesson Neil Learned From Sending Out 255 Million Emails
Accelerate 23
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The Differences Between Mediocre and Standout Marketers May 22, 2023

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In episode #2461, you’ll hear about some of the differences between mediocre and standout marketers (and how you can be the latter, not the former). The great Charlie Munger once said, “Invert, always invert.” That’s what we’ll be doing today as we highlight some of the key characteristics of mediocre marketers so that you can improve your strategy, not by trying to achieve excellence, but by avoiding mediocrity. Tune in to learn more!

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[00:00] Today’s topic: The Differences Between Mediocre and Standout Marketers.
[00:31] Why this is a lesson in avoiding mediocrity, not achieving excellence.
[01:12] What mediocre marketers look like in the context of AI.
[01:59] Defining what it means to be an “ABC marketer.”
[02:19] The reactive nature of mediocre marketers.
[02:36] Why it’s important to read, study your competition, and analyze your data.
[03:25] Focusing on the short-term versus focusing on the long-term.
[04:57] The cons of relying on platforms rather than building your own audience.
[05:17] How you can benefit from embracing failure.
[05:49] Why standout marketers don’t believe that they know everything?
[06:35] The value of being proactive and iterating constantly.
[07:05] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

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All I Want To Know Is Where I'm Going To Die So I'll Never Go There

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The Biggest Lesson Neil Learned From Sending Out 255 Million Emails May 21, 2023

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In episode #2460, Neil shares his biggest lesson from sending out 255 million emails. Tune in to find out what he has learned about email segmentation in today’s world, how he creates more targeted contact lists, how you can leverage AI to help you, and more!

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[00:00] Today’s topic: The Biggest Lesson Neil Learned From Sending Out 255 Million Emails.
[00:55] How Neil has had to change his strategy when it comes to email segmentation.
[01:47] The different areas of marketing that Neil’s subscribers might be interested in.
[02:05] Advice for creating smaller, more targeted groups.
[02:15] Ways that AI can help you craft customized emails.
[02:27] Differences in revenue that result from segmenting versus not segmenting.
[03:04] An example of a clever customized email solution that Neil learned about recently.
[03:43] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

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Google Bard
ChatGPT
Accelerate 23

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The Cookieless Future Is Here: Here's What to Do About It May 20, 2023

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In episode #2459, we share our perspective on a “cookieless” future and what you can do about it. As you probably already know, third-party cookies are being phased out and many digital marketing companies are scrambling. If you’re prepared, however, a cookieless future could actually be a significant asset. Join us as we discuss the beneficial ways you can use the data at your disposal, how to connect with your customers going forward, and more!

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[00:00] Today’s topic: The cookieless future is here. Here's what to do about it.
[00:06] Why we think small businesses should do nothing.
[00:30] What large corporations should do; starting with working on their data analytics.
[00:56] First-party versus third-party data and how to have more control of your funnel.
[02:03] How a cookieless future can actually be an asset.
[02:17] Tips for making better-informed decisions using the data at your disposal.
[02:49] Helpful insights you can glean from Google Analytics (and why GA4 sucks).
[03:52] Advice for reaching your customers in a cookieless future.
[05:10] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

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Where Twitter Is Going And Why You Should Care May 19, 2023

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In episode #2458, we take a look at where Twitter is going (and why you should care). In just six months as the owner and CEO of Twitter, Elon Musk decimated its ad business, alienated news publications and users, and plunged the platform into what can only be described as a state of chaos. With new CEO, Linda Yaccarino, at the helm, how will things change? Tune in today to hear our take on where the social networking platform is headed!

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[00:00] Today’s topic: Where Twitter Is Going and Why You Should Care.
[00:05] Updates regarding Twitter’s new CEO, if it will become X and more.
[01:04] Why we don’t believe that Twitter will become an “everything app.”
[01:42] Twitter is a place for media and sharing knowledge, not buying and selling crypto.
[02:55] Some of the experimental changes that Elon Musk plans to make.
[03:32] The need for constant iteration when building a product or service.
[03:59] Whether Twitter has gotten better or worse since Musk took over.
[04:37] How to build your audience independently and more using Twitter.
[05:41] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

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Microsoft Advertising Is Rolling Out Ads for Chat API May 18, 2023

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In episode #2457, we talk about how Microsoft Advertising is rolling out ads for chat API. Tuning in, you’ll find out what this means and how you can use Microsoft Advertising to monetize the chatbot on your website. You’ll also find out why we believe that most people are overestimating the impact that AI tools like these will have on their business in the short run while underestimating what it is capable of in the long run, plus a whole lot more!

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[00:00] Today’s topic: Microsoft Advertising is rolling out Ads for chat API.
[00:18] Examples of monetization models within chatbots.
[01:00] How you can view this new development as “AdSense for a chat."
[01:33] Why we don’t recommend monetizing through ads as a products-and-services business.
[01:45] Things to keep in mind when it comes to AI, search, and ads.
[02:30] The importance of learning how to adapt quickly.
[02:55] Why many people are using AI and chat tools in the wrong way?
[03:55] How to create a better user experience on your site.
[04:30] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!