Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast B2B Revenue Leaders
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| How to drive revenue with video testimonials | Dustin Tysick (Testimonial Hero) | 17 Dec 2024 | 00:10:27 | |
In the final episode of the year, Dustin Tysick, VP of Revenue at Testimonial Hero, presents a 10-minute masterclass on mastering the art of selling through video testimonials. He shares a step-by-step guide on how to create authentic customer stories that resonate with buyers, build trust, and drive sales success. Whether you’re looking to capture attention, engage prospects, or close deals, Dustin reveals how to use video testimonials effectively at every stage of the sales funnel. Key takeaways include: crafting short, impactful top-of-funnel videos to grab attention, structuring mid-funnel testimonials to showcase real customer results, creating bottom-funnel content to crush objections, and integrating video and written testimonials for maximum impact. Dustin also explains how to distribute and measure testimonials to ensure they drive results for your business. You can reach out to Dustin via his LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out Testimonial Hero's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| The ultimate B2B email deliverability blueprint | Nikita Byakadarov (Maildoso) | 10 Dec 2024 | 00:20:38 | |
In this episode, Dustin sits down with Nikita Bykadarov, co-founder of Maildoso, to break down the ultimate blueprint for B2B email deliverability. They explore how improving email outreach strategies can maximize response rates and drive success in cold email campaigns. Nikita shares his journey of building Maildoso and how solving his own deliverability challenges led to the creation of a platform that empowers businesses to scale their outbound efforts effectively. Key takeaways include: the importance of refreshing email copy regularly, using plain text emails to avoid spam filters, leveraging spintax to extend campaign performance, and crafting offers that resonate with recipients to boost reply rates. Connect with Nikita on LinkedIn for more insights on email deliverability, and explore how Maildoso’s innovative tools can transform your email campaigns by visiting their website. | |||
| The balancing act of creativity and strategy in Marketing | Naomi Soman (Similarweb) | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:23:24 | |
This week, Naomi Soman, Senior Copywriter at Similarweb, joins Dustin to discuss the importance of balancing creativity and strategy in Marketing and why understanding your target audience and their journey is crucial for developing effective campaigns. Naomi shares a lot of knowledge around creating practical personas that focus on pain points rather than demographics, and highlights the need for continuous testing and research. They also touch on the importance of clear differentiation in competitive markets and offer tips on aligning marketing, sales, and customer success teams around a unified message. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Naomi through LinkedIn. Also, check out Similarweb's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| Partnerships and referrals as a growth engine | Michael Cole (Everflow) | 20 Dec 2022 | 00:18:05 | |
On this week's episode, Dustin is joined by Michael Cole, VP of Marketing at Everflow. In this episode, Michael and Dustin chat about all things partner marketing, from using partnerships and referrals as a growth engine to what B2B companies can learn from B2C partnerships. | |||
| Selling to people, not personas | Collin Mitchell (Humantic AI) | 13 Dec 2022 | 00:22:39 | |
On this week's episode, Dustin is joined by Collin Mitchell, Chief Evangelist at Humantic AI. This episode covers the importance of selling to people and their specific personality, not just the personas you've created. Dustin and Collin also discuss how the emergence of AI is helping salespeople do this at scale. | |||
| Optimizing your Linkedin ad strategy with quality content | Jonathan Bland (Omni Lab) | 06 Dec 2022 | 00:28:48 | |
On this week's episode, Dustin is joined by Jonathan Bland, Co-Founder of Omni lab Consulting. This episode covers the ever-changing landscape of LinkedIn ads and how you can optimize your strategy with document ads, micro-influencers, and overall quality content. | |||
| Aligning your sales and marketing teams the right way | Adam Holmgren (GetAccept) | 29 Nov 2022 | 00:27:15 | |
On today's episode, Dustin is joined by Adam Holmgren, Global Demand Generation Lead at GetAccept. This episode covers the importance of aligning your revenue teams with the same KPI's, Adam's LinkedIn Ads playbook, and how to measure success in your demand generation campaigns. | |||
| You're probably doing content marketing all wrong | Tyler Lessard (Vidyard) | 22 Nov 2022 | 00:37:23 | |
On today's episode, Dustin is joined by Tyler Lessard, VP of Marketing and Chief Video strategist at Vidyard and the Chief Feeder over at Sales Feed. This episode covers why you're probably doing your content marketing all wrong, how to use humor in your content marketing and the benefits of utilizing multiple media brands. | |||
| Customer Marketing and the importance of content distribution | Nick Bennett (Alyce) | 15 Nov 2022 | 00:32:25 | |
On this week's episode, Dustin is joined by Nick Bennett, Director of Evangelism & Customer Marketing at Alyce. This episode covers all things customer marketing, including the importance of net revenue retention vs annual recurring revenue. Nick also talks about events and how you can leverage them to build affinity with customers. | |||
| Growing your podcast and the new world of SEO | Dan Sanchez (Sweet Fish Media) | 08 Nov 2022 | 00:33:25 | |
On today's episode, Dustin is joined by Dan Sanchez, Director of Audience Growth at Sweet Fish Media and co-host of the B2B Growth Show. Dan joins the show to give his thoughts on how to grow your podcast audience and how to adapt to the changing landscape of SEO content. | |||
| The power of evangelism and being genuine | Amelia Taylor (regie.ai) | 01 Nov 2022 | 00:38:58 | |
On this episode, Dustin is joined by Amelia Taylor, Strategic Sales & Lead Evangelist at regie.ai, to discuss the role of evangelism in sales/marketing, the importance of being authentic with your customers, and the belief of people over revenue. | |||
| Using provocative messaging to cut through the noise | Belal Batrawy (Death to Fluff) | 25 Oct 2022 | 00:35:09 | |
Quota achievement is down, rep tenure is down, and turnover is up. It's hard out there as a sales rep and the old tactics from 20 years ago just don't work anymore. On this episode, Dustin welcomes Belal Batrawy, Founder of Death to Fluff, to talk about using provocative messaging, why you don't want to be a "helpful" seller, and how sales leaders should communicate with their team when they're not going to reach quota. You can follow Belal on LinkedIn or sign up at Death to Fluff to get real world examples of how to make your buyer the hero instead of your product or service. | |||
| Why you need a unified revenue team | Sam Shepler (CEO, Testimonial Hero) | 14 Oct 2022 | 00:33:19 | |
Everyone talks about marketing and sales alignment but when the two teams stay siloed with different goals and incentivized for different outcomes...alignment doesn't happen. Sam Shepler, CEO of Testimonial Hero, discusses why you need a unified revenue team, why it's important to consider the DNA mix between sales and marketing for your core executive hires, and the process he went through as a CEO in learning that MQLs are not predictive of business success. | |||
| All the mistakes you should avoid in Marketing for SaaS | Derek Gerber (Power) | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:31:25 | |
In this episode, Derek Gerber, Director of Growth B2B Marketing at Power Digital Marketing, joins the show to discuss the most common mistakes SaaS companies make, such as over-engineering solutions and neglecting content strategy. He goes deep into the key factor of creating high-quality content and maintaining a holistic, data-driven strategy for successful marketing campaigns. He and Dustin also cover the evolving ad landscape, the role of AI in content creation, and how to best allocate budgets across channels like Google and LinkedIn. Finally, Derek shares his thoughts on the importance of understanding company culture, brand sentiment, and setting realistic expectations for growth. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Derek through LinkedIn. Also, check out Power's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| Welcome to the B2B Revenue Leaders Podcast | 07 Oct 2022 | 00:00:54 | |
This is the B2B Revenue Leaders Podcast where we bring together sales and marketing leaders to get them speaking the same language...revenue. Every week we'll be putting out a new episode. I'm Dustin Tysick and I'll be your host. Hit me up on LinkedIn if you have guest or topic suggestions. | |||
| The creator economy in B2B | Christine Göös (The Shelf) | 17 Sep 2024 | 00:21:13 | |
Christine Göös, Head of Marketing at The Shelf, joins Dustin to discuss the evolving landscape of influencer marketing and the creator economy in the B2B space. They go in detail into the convergence of B2B and B2C tactics, the challenges faced by C-suite executives in adapting to new marketing strategies, and the potential of creator marketing as the next frontier for brand awareness and conversions. As an extra tip, Christine also shares insights on integrating AI in content creation and storytelling. You can reach out to Christine via her LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out The Shelf's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| What is a Founder brand? | Shannon Curran | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:24:32 | |
This week, Shannon Curran, Fractional CMO for Founder-led Tech Companies, joins Dustin to explore the concept of a 'founder brand' and its significance in B2B marketing, particularly for early-stage companies. They delve into how to define founder brands, the role of founders in shaping their company's brand identity, and the strategic selection of channels that align with founders' strengths. Shannon also goes deep into the topic of building effective brand engagement and why a founders' passion and authenticity are crucial. She also shares her approach to developing her brand as a solopreneur. You can reach out to Shannon via her LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. | |||
| SEO needs to generate revenue | Sam Dunning (Breaking B2B) | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:25:03 | |
This week, Dustin chats with Sam Dunning, Founder at Breaking B2B, about effective SEO strategies tailored for B2B SaaS businesses. They cover the shift from traditional SEO metrics to focusing on revenue generation, the common pitfalls many companies encounter, and practical tips for creating high-intent content. Sam provides insights into building strategic partnerships for backlinks and crafting effective competitor alternative pages. Learn how to leverage SEO for higher-intent traffic and improved business outcomes. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Sam through LinkedIn. Also, check out Breaking B2B's website and podcast to learn more about their work. | |||
| Unlocking customer-led growth | Georgiana Laudi (Forget The Funnel) | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:33:33 | |
Georgiana Laudi, Co-Founder & CEO at Forget The Funnel, joins Dustin on this week's episode to discuss the concept of customer-led growth. They delve into the importance of understanding your best customers, optimizing customer experiences, and how focusing on the right customer segments can drive growth without increasing marketing spend. She also shares insights on the jobs to be done methodology and provides real-world examples to illustrate how companies can achieve higher ROI by enhancing the post-acquisition customer experience. Tune in to learn actionable strategies for leveraging customer insights to drive sustainable growth. You can reach out to Georgiana via her LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Check out Forget The Funnel's website and book to learn more about what they do, and you can also listen to their podcast. | |||
| How to scale cold emails strategically | Ryan Doyle (Sales.co) | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:24:56 | |
In this episode, Dustin chats with Ryan Doyle, Chief Vibes Officer & Advisor at Sales.co, to discuss the intricacies of cold email marketing and sales outsourcing. They explore why prematurely outsourcing your outbound sales motion can be detrimental, the importance of customer research, and they share practical insights from running successful campaigns. Ryan emphasizes the importance of founders being involved in early sales efforts, crafting personalized messages, and gathering qualitative feedback. For businesses scaling, they delve into strategies for effective outbound approaches and the evolving role of SDR teams in the age of AI and automation. You can reach out to Ryan via his LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out Sales.co's and Ryan’s websites to learn more about their work. | |||
| Why leads don’t matter | Sarah Reece (Orum) | 13 Aug 2024 | 00:24:45 | |
Sarah Reece, Director of Demand Generation at Orum, joins Dustin on this week's episode to discuss why you should focus on revenue over leads. They dive into the intricacies of balancing brand awareness and demand creation, the challenges of aligning marketing and sales efforts, and the innovative strategies she's implementing at Orum. You can reach out to Sarah via her LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out Orum's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| From product-market fit to platform-market fit: the 3P framework | Tim Hillison (Entry Point 1) | 06 Aug 2024 | 00:21:51 | |
This week, Dustin chats with Tim Hillison, Founder and Chief Marketing Officer at Entry Point 1, about the 3P's framework for achieving market fit: problem market fit, product market fit, and platform market fit. They discuss the importance of understanding customer problems, developing effective products, and moving towards offering integrated solutions. Tim emphasizes the importance of alignment and communication among different departments in a company's go-to-market strategy. He also discusses the role of partner-led growth and the need for a strong point of view in marketing. You can reach out to Tim via his LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out Entry Point 1's website to learn more about their work and take their GTM assessment. | |||
| You need to treat your salespeople better | Ashleigh Early (Other Side of Sales Consulting) | 30 Jul 2024 | 00:21:11 | |
Ashleigh Early, CEO at Other Side of Sales Consulting, joins Dustin on this week's episode to discuss the critical topic of how to treat salespeople and why it truly matters. She explores the significance of treating salespeople with respect and care, the impact of realistic quota setting, and the challenges posed by venture capital culture. Ashley underscores the necessity of aligning values with company culture, doing thorough research on prospective employers, and the importance of transparent communication in the recruitment process. You can reach out to Ashleigh via her LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out Other Side of Sales Consulting's page to learn more about their work. | |||
| How to run a profitable agency | Marcel Petitpas (Parakeeto) | 03 Dec 2024 | 00:29:03 | |
..In this episode, discover the secrets to running a profitable agency as Dustin interviews Marcel Petitpas, CEO of Parakeeto and a leading expert in agency operations. They uncover the biggest hurdles agencies face when scaling and provide actionable strategies to optimize pricing and boost profitability. Marcel’s insights are perfect for anyone looking to transform their agency into a sustainable and thriving business. Key takeaways include mastering the "Agency Pricing Quadrant" to select the right pricing models, ensuring healthy direct delivery margins to avoid cash flow issues, and tracking essential metrics like gross margins for financial clarity. Marcel also dives into practical tips for managing cash reserves, scaling teams efficiently, and maintaining profitability even in competitive markets. This episode is packed with proven strategies to help you overcome challenges and build an agency that not only grows but thrives financially. If you’re ready to take your agency’s profitability to the next level, watch this video now! Connect with Marcel on LinkedIn for more insights, and grab Parakeeto’s free toolkit to start improving your agency’s financial health today. | |||
| Exploring Customer Marketing 3.0 | Gianna Scorsone (ChampionHQ) | 23 Jul 2024 | 00:20:38 | |
This week, Dustin chats with Gianna Scorsone, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at ChampionHQ, about the concept of “Customer Marketing 3.0.” They delve into its evolving role, the importance of tracking and attribution, and why it often gets overlooked during budget cuts. Gianna shares insights on integrating customer marketing with customer success to boost NRR and explores how AI can streamline the process. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Gianna through LinkedIn. Also, check out ChampionHQ's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| Using emotion to boost conversion rate | Talia Wolf (Getuplift) | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:27:26 | |
Talia Wolf, Founder and CEO of Getuplift, joins Dustin on this week's episode to discuss the importance of using emotion in copywriting and conversion optimization. She explains that understanding how people make decisions and the emotions that drive those decisions is crucial for effective conversion optimization. She also discusses the balance between repetition and depth in messaging and the importance of a customer-centric approach. Talia concludes by addressing the role of AI in copywriting and conversion optimization, noting that while AI can assist in the process, it is the human touch and understanding of emotions that truly sets businesses apart. You can reach out to Talia via her LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out Getuplift's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| Building and selling a seven-figure agency | Joel Klettke & Jen Enns (Case Study Buddy) | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:40:46 | |
In this episode, Sam Shepler, CEO of Testimonial Hero, steps in for Dustin and he’s joined by Joel Klettke and Jen Enns, Founders of Case Study Buddy (acquired by Testimonial Hero in March 2024). They delve into the founding story and growth of Case Study Buddy, discuss the importance of customer storytelling, and share valuable tips from their experience as entrepreneurs. They also discuss overcoming early challenges, the significance of investing in quality talent, and strategic tips for creating impactful customer stories. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Joel and Jen through LinkedIn. | |||
| There are 3 types of podcasts | Mason Cosby (Scrappy ABM) | 02 Jul 2024 | 00:29:43 | |
In this episode, Mason Cosby, Founder of Scrappy ABM, joins Dustin to talk about the different types of podcasts and how to measure their success. They explore the idea of content engines, account-based podcasts, and public figure podcasts. Mason provides insights on structuring content, curating thought leadership, and using podcasts as sales enablement tools. They also discuss common mistakes companies make when starting a podcast and share practical tips on repurposing existing content. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Mason through LinkedIn. Also, check out Scrappy ABM's website and podcast to learn more about their work. | |||
| Don’t start a software company | AJ Bruno (QuotaPath) | 25 Jun 2024 | 00:28:05 | |
AJ Bruno, Co-Founder & CEO at QuotaPath, joins Dustin in this episode to explain why starting a new software company in the current environment is challenging. They discuss the rapid changes in marketing, sales, product engineering, and the complexities of today's world, including the role of AI and venture capital. AJ shares insights on the evolution of sales tech, the importance of simple and effective compensation plans, and the necessity of adapting to ongoing technological advances. Tune in to learn how AJ navigates these challenges and what strategies QuotaPath employs to stay ahead. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to AJ through LinkedIn. Also, check out QuotaPath's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| How to kill the Sales-Marketing rivalry | Julia Winn (Air Traffic Control) | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:21:36 | |
In this episode, Dustin welcomes Julia Winn, Head of Marketing at Air Traffic Control, to discuss the intricacies of aligning sales and marketing teams. They explore where the alignment often goes wrong versus where it can excel, emphasizing the importance of dropping egos and focusing on collaboration. Julia shares her experiences, both good and bad, with alignment and talks about effective strategies, such as avoiding over-reliance on outbound efforts and ensuring cohesive communication between teams. You can reach out to Julia via her LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out Air Traffic Control's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| How to not fall into the content commodity trap | Jordan Scheltgen (Cave.) | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:23:25 | |
Jordan Scheltgen, Founder & CEO at Cave., joins Dustin on this week's episode to chat about the content commodity trap, the challenges of content creation and the importance of original content. They also discuss the current role of personal branding, the need for a strategic approach to content creation, and the challenges of measuring marketing ROI. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Jordan through LinkedIn. Also, check out Cave's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| The Golden Age of SDRs with AI | Kevin White (Common Room) | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:20:14 | |
Kevin White, Head of Marketing at Common Room, joins Dustin on this week's episode to talk about the role of AI in the world of SDRs. They explore the impact of AI on SDRs, how to use signals instead of intent, and the future of SDR organizations. The conversation delves into the balance between AI automation and human intervention, the use of signals for personalized outreach, and the evolving role of SDRs in the modern marketing landscape. You can reach out to Kevin via his LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out Common Room's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| How to do webinars that people want to watch | Ollie Whitfield | 28 May 2024 | 00:22:37 | |
This week, Dustin chats with Ollie Whitfield, a demand generation leader, all about webinars. They discuss the common mistakes made in webinars and how to improve them, the importance of creating engaging and valuable content, and the pros and cons of live webinars versus on-demand distribution. Ollie shares strategies for keeping attendees engaged and interested after the webinar, and they also explore different webinar formats, including panel discussions and debate-style formats. You can reach out to Ollie via his LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. | |||
| What is lowercase r research? | Victoria Sakal (Wonder) | 21 May 2024 | 00:23:35 | |
Victoria Sakal, Head of Growth at Wonder, joins Dustin on this week's episode to chat about lowercase r research. It refers to smart and informed research that professionals can conduct using various tools and solutions, and it's less time-consuming and costly than traditional big R research. She emphasizes the importance of ongoing research and ad hoc projects to gather insights and make informed decisions. Victoria shares the key components of a research framework, including internal data, primary and secondary research, and external sources. She finally highlights the importance of objectivity in research and suggests using a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods. You can reach out to Victoria via her LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out Wonder's website to learn more about their work and find a summary of helpful mindset shifts for building a more agile, always-on research engine. | |||
| Is attribution really dead? | Emir Atli (HockeyStack) | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:20:21 | |
This week, Dustin welcomes Emir Atli, Co-Founder and CRO at HockeyStack, to explore the future of B2B marketing. They discuss why attribution is becoming obsolete, the power of signal-based sales strategies, and key tactics in influencer marketing. Emir shares the importance of understanding buyer journeys, the evolving landscape of demand generation, and HockeyStack's innovative ABM and sales intelligence tools. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Emir through LinkedIn. Also, check out HockeyStack's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| How to operate like a revenue factory | Jacco van der Kooij (Winning by Design) | 07 May 2024 | 00:34:02 | |
This week, Dustin chats with Jacco van der Kooij, Founder of Winning by Design, to discuss the concept of a revenue factory and how companies can operate efficiently to achieve growth. They explore the shift from a 'grow at all costs' mindset to a focus on efficiency and the importance of frameworks in achieving disciplined execution. They also chat about the role of marketers in supporting sellers and the need for sellers to diagnose customer problems rather than focusing on selling. They conclude with insights on building trust with customers and the importance of practice and repetition in sales. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Jacco through LinkedIn. Also, check out Winning by Design's website to learn more about their work, and Jacco’s new book “Revenue Architecture”. | |||
| Case studies don’t have to be bad | Dan Kalmar (Testimonial Hero) | 30 Apr 2024 | 00:26:28 | |
Dan Kalmar, Creative Director of Written Stories at Testimonial Hero, joins Dustin on this week's episode to chat about written customer stories. Dustin and Dan discuss the effectiveness of case studies and customer stories in marketing. They explore the differences between traditional case studies and customer stories, and the various ways to use and distribute customer stories, such as sales slides, social media assets, and audiograms. Dan shares insights on how to conduct effective interviews to gather compelling customer stories, including asking follow-up questions and seeking inspiration from outside industries. You can reach out to Dan via his LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. | |||
| Traditional SaaS reviews aren’t what they used to be | Joe Kevens (PartnerStack) | 23 Apr 2024 | 00:22:31 | |
Joe Kevens, Director of Demand Generation at PartnerStack and Founder at B2B SaaS Reviews, joins Dustin on this week's episode to discuss the role of reviews in the software buying process. They explore the limitations of peer communities for software buying advice and the issues with review sites, such as inflated ratings and lack of authenticity. They also share strategies for buyers to effectively ingest reviews, including filtering for certain star ratings and finding in-depth reviews. Joe shares his thoughts on the future of review sites and the potential for personalized recommendations. They also touch on the importance of building trust through various forms of social proof, such as testimonials, case studies, and customer stories. You can reach out to Joe via his LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out PartnerStack’s website to learn more about their work and B2B SaaS Reviews to help you get the most from user reviews. | |||
| People Don't Care About Benefits, They Care About Features | Anthony Pierri (FletchPMM) | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:29:52 | |
This week, we have a repost of Dustin’s chat with Anthony Pierri from FletchPMM about all things product marketing. Anthony gives his take on why the common advice of leading with benefits isn't always correct and why people care about features. They also discuss why category creation usually isn't the right path and why you should instead focus on differentiating within an existing category. The key takeaway is that simple, specific, differentiated messaging and positioning is the way to go. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Anthony through LinkedIn. Also, check out FletchPMM's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| The power and risks of AI Marketing | Andrew Mounier (Xembly) | 09 Apr 2024 | 00:21:29 | |
On this week's episode, Andrew Mounier, Head of User Acquisition & Growth Marketing at Xembly, joins Dustin to chat about AI Marketing. Andrew stresses AI's role as a supportive tool and its potential in creative storytelling and content creation, while acknowledging the importance of human oversight. They also discuss the impact of AI on job roles and the need to embrace new technologies. To learn more about Xembly, visit their website or connect with Andrew on LinkedIn for further insights. | |||
| A comprehensive guide on how to create a strategic narrative | Ed Lynes (Woden) | 02 Apr 2024 | 00:31:52 | |
Ed Lynes, Managing Partner at Woden, joins Dustin on this week's episode to talk all about strategic narratives in business. Ed and Dustin discuss the importance of building a strategic narrative and how it can tie together a company's go-to-market efforts. Ed explains that while sales and marketing tactics may have changed over time, the fundamentals remain the same. He emphasizes the need to anchor the strategic narrative in the company's purpose and align it with the perspectives and needs of different buyer personas. Finally, they discuss the structure of a strategic narrative and the importance of pattern interrupts to engage and empower the audience. You can reach out to Ed via his LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out Woden's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| The art of interviewing | Heather Jacoby (Testimonial Hero) | 26 Mar 2024 | 00:26:15 | |
Heather Jacoby, Senior Creative Producer at Testimonial Hero, joins Dustin on this week's episode to talk about the craft of conducting meaningful interviews. She discusses the power of transformative interviews and how they can create safe and comfortable spaces for the interviewee. Heather also emphasizes the importance of curiosity and genuine interest in learning during interviews. She provides tips on adapting to different personalities and energy levels, and her process of writing interview questions. She also shares her favorite interview question and the power of high-impact questions. | |||
| What $2M in ad spend can teach you | Garrett Mehrguth (Directive) | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:24:27 | |
Garrett Mehrguth, President and CEO of Directive, joins Dustin on this week's episode to deep dive into why putting your money where your mouth is is the best way to learn and convince others that you know what you’re doing. He discusses the concept of customer generation and how it is applied at Directive. Also, the importance of applying marketing strategies to one's own business to gain insights and improve results. Garrett also shares his approach to driving leads and customers, including the use of gift cards as a financial incentive. He highlights the significance of list verification in targeting the right audience. Additionally, Garrett discusses the role of thought leadership and brand building in marketing strategies, as well as the value of in-person events and measuring their success. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Garrett through LinkedIn. Also, check out Directive's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| Let birds decide how you sell | Eric Konovalov (The Goal Guide) | 12 Mar 2024 | 00:32:49 | |
Eric Konovalov, Founder of The Goal Guide, joins Dustin on this week's episode to deep dive into personality types and how they impact the sales process. Eric explains the characteristics of the four main personality types: eagle, parrot, dove, and owl. He highlights the clashes and compliments between these personality types and provides examples and strategies for adapting and communicating effectively with each type. Eric also shares resources, including his arsenal of sales and leadership materials, to help sales professionals improve their skills. You can reach out to Eric via his LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out The Goal Guide's website to learn more about their work. Other resources: | |||
| The power of connections and storytelling in Marketing | Robin Daniels (LMS365) | 05 Mar 2024 | 00:32:53 | |
Robin Daniels, Chief Business & Product Officer at LMS365, joins Dustin on this week's episode to deep dive into the power of genuine connections and building great teams. They discuss the impact of AI on reputation, the power of storytelling, his transition from CMO to Chief Business and Product Officer, and creating a great team environment. Robin emphasizes the need for caution in using AI to avoid damaging reputation, the value of investing in relationships and community building, and the importance of setting a clear direction and trusting team members. He also highlights the role of storytelling in marketing and the potential of remote work to create a more fulfilling work environment. You can reach out to Robin via his LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out LMS365's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| How to make 30-second Sales videos that actually convert | Chris Bogue | 19 Nov 2024 | 00:26:37 | |
In this episode, learn how to make B2B sales videos that actually convert as Dustin interviews Chris Bogue, a video expert and improv comedian. They discuss the crucial role of video in B2B sales, diving into why many sales professionals overlook its potential and sharing actionable strategies to create videos that convert potential prospects into clients. Chris highlights the importance of capturing attention in the first 3 seconds and establishing an early connection to quickly drive conversions. Key takeaways include mastering the art of concise videos lasting 30 to 45 seconds, understanding the nuances between video prospecting and social media content, and focusing on relatable messaging. Chris also addresses common fears about being on camera and provides practical tips to help viewers embrace authenticity in their outreach efforts. By integrating vulnerability and simplicity into video messages, you can foster genuine connections that enhance communication effectiveness throughout the sales process. Connect with Chris on LinkedIn for more insights into video strategy and discover how he can help master your video skills to improve your outreach success. | |||
| From hunter-gatherers to marketers | Bolaji Oyejide (Hello Audience) | 27 Feb 2024 | 00:38:18 | |
This week, Dustin chats with Bolaji Oyejide from Hello Audience about the concept of demand desperation and the need for B2B revenue organizations to shift from a focus on demand capture to demand generation. He uses the analogy of hunter-gatherers and farmers to illustrate the limitations of traditional marketing approaches and the importance of long-term thinking. Bolaji emphasizes the need for marketers to balance their time between fetching water (demand capture) and building wells (demand generation). He also suggests that marketers should focus on building association and affinity with their audience by evangelizing the problem and providing valuable insights. He introduces his reality series, Demand Wars, as an example of how marketers can entertain and engage their audience while making their brand their favorite. You can reach out to Bolaji via his LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out Hello Audience's page to learn more about their work. | |||
| What is value-based pricing? | Mark Stiving (Impact Pricing) | 20 Feb 2024 | 00:23:35 | |
Mark Stiving, Founder of Impact Pricing, joins Dustin on this week's episode to deep dive into the art of pricing. They start by exploring the concept of value and how it can be understood and communicated to customers, delve into the challenges of pricing in different scenarios, and also discuss the importance of communicating pricing on the website. The conversation covers topics like price increases, providing value in non-software subscriptions, and selling solutions instead of platforms. The key takeaway is the significance of understanding and delivering value to customers in order to set effective pricing strategies. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Mark through LinkedIn. Also, check out Impact Pricing's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| The art of selling with dignity | Harry Spaight (Selling With Dignity) | 13 Feb 2024 | 00:22:37 | |
Harry Spaight, Founder of Selling With Dignity, joins Dustin on this week's episode to dive deep into the world of selling from a place of service. They emphasize the importance of providing value and building relationships with potential customers. They also talk about the power of asking questions and listening, the importance of aligning sales and marketing efforts, and the role of personal branding in sales. Overall, the conversation provides insights and strategies for salespeople to be successful without compromising their integrity. If you have any questions or thoughts, you can reach out to Harry through LinkedIn. Also, check out Selling With Dignity's website to learn more about their work. | |||
| You’re doing LinkedIn ads wrong | Justin Rowe (Impactable) | 06 Feb 2024 | 00:28:19 | |
Justin Rowe, Chief Executive Officer at Impactable, joins Dustin on this week's episode to deep dive into LinkedIn advertising. They cover topics such as the cost of LinkedIn ads, common mistakes made by advertisers, recommended ad types, and exciting changes in LinkedIn for 2024. The pair also discuss account-based lists vs. LinkedIn native targeting, building an advertising ecosystem, attribution challenges in multi-channel marketing, and understanding programmatic advertising. You can reach out to Justin via his LinkedIn profile if you have any questions or insights on the topics discussed today. Also, check out Impactable's website and YouTube channel to learn more about their work. | |||