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Creative Friction

Madeline Reeves, Jeff Meade

Business

Frequency: 1 episode/15d. Total Eps: 14

Creative Friction is a podcast for creatives and agency owners seeking honest and practical guidance on how to grow their business. You've attended your fair share of marketing conferences, ordered business books that remain unread on your kindle, and put in the hustle, only to find lackluster results. Now is the time to lean in to REAL advice from REAL agency owners, creatives, and leaders who have already walked the path you’re on. From AI and its impact on the future of creative work, to how the industry can better represent and reflect our modern world - hosts Jeff Meade and Madeline Reeves are here to guide you on all things agency growth, marketing strategy, and how to make a meaningful impact as a creative entrepreneur. Tune in for new episodes the first Friday of the month!

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🇨🇦 Canada - marketing
01/10/2024
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Leaning into Qualitative Customer Research with Ryan Paul Gibson

Episode 14

Friday, August 4, 2023 • Duration 01:00:18

In this episode of Creative Friction, we welcome Ryan Paul Gibson. Ryan shares his background in B2B sales and marketing, specifically in the franchise industry, where research played a crucial role. He shares his hands-on approach to gathering customer insights and how it influenced his marketing strategies, business development, and operations. Tune in to hear more about his journey and the lessons he learned along the way.

Listen in as we speak about:

Ways customer research drives business success
The customer journey
How to uncover customer pain points
Agile research methods with AI

And much, much, more!

Also — check out Ryan's incredible resource, The Definitive List of B2B Customer Interview Questions, as a way to start bringing more qualitative research into your creative work.

Connect with Ryan:

Website

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Thank you for listening to Creative Friction! Please leave us a rating and review if you enjoyed the show. If you want to learn more about Fearless Foundry or The Meade Company, visit our websites!

Creative Friction is a podcast for creatives and agency owners seeking honest and practical guidance on how to grow their business. Tune in for new episodes the first Friday of the month!

All audio and video recordings are owned by Madeline Reeves and Jeff Meade, recorded live every other Friday on LinkedIn, and are released once a month. Music is by Premium Beats.

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From Content Marketing to Collaborations: Strategies for Building a Robust Sales Pipeline

Episode 13

Friday, August 4, 2023 • Duration 01:02:53

In this episode of Creative Friction, Madeline and Jeff discuss the struggles that many agencies are facing in terms of generating new customers and the slow process of closing deals. They attribute this to the current economic climate and clients' hesitation to spend money on marketing. They also highlight the challenges faced by tech-related agencies and offer suggestions on how to stand out and differentiate yourself in the market.

Listen in as we speak about:

How to build a strong sales pipeline
The benefits of specialization
Effective outreach through research studies
Why you need a marketing plan

And much, much, more!

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All audio and video recordings are owned by Madeline Reeves and Jeff Meade, recorded live every other Friday on LinkedIn, and are released once a month. Music is by Premium Beats.

The Dos and Don'ts of Marketing During Black History Month - S1:E4

Season 1 · Episode 4

Friday, February 3, 2023 • Duration 01:05:51

Welcome back to Creative Friction! This week we talk about the timely topic of the dos and don’ts of marketing during Black History Month. Every February, brands suddenly find they have something to say (or sell) related to Black History Month. It’s become common for brands to participate in Black History Month, but these efforts are often perceived as little more than performative activism.

So, how can your company uplift and celebrate Black culture and the Black individuals in your community, without appropriating Black culture for likes on social media? Let’s find out.

In this episode, we cover some “dos” such as:

- DO show support for the Black community outside of Februar
- DO collaborate with employees and elevate Black voices from your community

And some “don’ts”

- DON’T put the brunt of the work on Black employee
- DON’T celebrate publicly if you're not celebrating internally

This February, approach Black History Month with authenticity and action, but also think about how you can uplift Black communities and culture year-round. This month is more than just an opportunity to educate people. It’s an opportunity to promote positive stories, check your motives, and make some changes.

You can also find more info about Madeline’s mastermind community, Figure 8, or join the waitlist here.

This episode of Creative Friction was produced by Fina Valenzuela.

Thank you for listening to Creative Friction! Please leave us a rating and review if you enjoyed the show. If you want to learn more about Fearless Foundry or The Meade Company, visit our websites! Creative Friction is a podcast for creatives and agency owners seeking honest and practical guidance on how to grow their business. Tune in for new episodes the first Friday of the month!

How AI Is Going To Evolve Our Industry - S1:E3

Season 1 · Episode 3

Thursday, January 26, 2023 • Duration 01:02:36

Welcome back to Creative Friction! This week, we’re here to talk about Artificial intelligence (AI) and how it might impact your creative business. AI has become a buzzword in the agency world, and some are worried about how it could harm the industry. We want to give you some advice on how to utilize AI to achieve maximum impact and efficiency.

In this episode, we cover:

- Why infusing AI tools with creative talent creates a competitive advantage in cost and time savings
- Why it’s important to acknowledge that AI cannot replicate human intelligence and cultural awareness
- How to shift your mindset surrounding AI from fear to opportunity - and the potential for new business models that can come with it

And SO much more! AI marketing tools promise the allure of self-serve marketing, so how do agencies continue to highlight their value proposition when technology is commodifying their output? Listen and we’ll tell you!

This episode of Creative Friction was produced by Fina Valenzuela.

All audio and video recordings are owned by Madeline Reeves and Jeff Meade, recorded live every other Friday on LinkedIn, and are released once a month. Music is by Premium Beats.

Owning Your Value When Rescoping Clients - S1:E2

Season 1 · Episode 2

Thursday, January 26, 2023 • Duration 56:29

Welcome back to Creative Friction! This week, we are tackling the beast of rescoping! Inflation is impacting every business. As creative operators, it’s crucial to ensure our work is properly priced and valued by our clients. These are the pillars of future profitability and prosperity - so let’s dive into it!

In this episode, we cover:

- Why profitability is more important than revenue, and how to not buy into the vanity metrics
- Why increasing prices is necessary, and how to go about calculating minimum retainers
- How to pinpoint your money makers! Figure out what you make good money off of and let go of the things that aren’t worth it.

And SO much more! We wanted to give you this episode towards the beginning of the year so you have the tools and resources to reset your pricing mentality with clients, so you can build budgets accordingly.

This episode of Creative Friction was produced by Fina Valenzuela.

All audio and video recordings are owned by Madeline Reeves and Jeff Meade, recorded live every other Friday on LinkedIn, and are released once a month. Music is by Premium Beats.

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Red Flags When Qualifying New Clients - S1:E1

Season 1 · Episode 1

Thursday, January 26, 2023 • Duration 01:08:57

Welcome to Creative Friction! We are so excited to dive into this podcast journey with you all, and we couldn’t think of a better jumping off point than addressing client red flags. Clients are an integral part of agency work, but we want to make sure you are working with the right clients for your business.

In this episode, we cover:

- Why establishing good and healthy boundaries with clients is essential to agency success
- Why a client asking to negotiate fees is a sign you should run for the hills, and how to stand up for your worth and your work
- How the scarcity mindset is overwhelming the marketing world, and how to hold true to your pricing and your value

And SO much more! We hope this episode gives you lots of insight into how we, as business owners, maintain a healthy working environment that values our time and labor.

This episode of Creative Friction was produced by Fina Valenzuela.

All audio and video recordings are owned by Madeline Reeves and Jeff Meade, recorded live every other Friday on LinkedIn, and are released once a month. Music is by Premium Beats.

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Scaling Small Businesses Through Social Media with Maribel Lara

Season 1 · Episode 12

Friday, July 7, 2023 • Duration 59:18

In this episode, Madeline and Jeff speak with Maribel Lara of the Sasha Group, discussing how to effectively support small business clients in developing their online presence through social media. We talk about the daily routine and week-to-week tasks involved in work, and challenges faced by clients who expect the agency to handle everything. Maribel emphasizes the need for collaboration, strategy, and a focus on the clients target audience rather than just increasing follower counts.

Listen in as we speak about:

Supporting small businesses through social media
How to empower small businesses
The importance of aligning with the right clients

And much, much, more!

Connect with Maribel Lara:

The Sasha Group Website

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Thank you for listening to Creative Friction! Please leave us a rating and review if you enjoyed the show. If you want to learn more about Fearless Foundry or The Meade Company, visit our websites! Creative Friction is a podcast for creatives and agency owners seeking honest and practical guidance on how to grow their business. Tune in for new episodes the first Friday of the month!

The Harmful Effects of Rainbow Washing

Season 1 · Episode 11

Friday, July 7, 2023 • Duration 01:01:16

In this episode of Creative Friction, Madeline and Jeff dive into the topic of Pride Month and the increasing corporatization and monetization of the LGBTQ+ community. They discuss the performative marketing strategies employed by brands during this time and the pushback from queer individuals. Join the conversation as they explore the challenges faced by creative entrepreneurs in staying true to their roots while navigating the commercialization of Pride.

Listen in as we speak about:

Rainbow Washing in Pride Marketing
How Corporations can support the LGBTQ+ Community
Why we need to evaluate actions, not just words
Why brands must evolve with consumers

And much, much, more!

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All audio and video recordings are owned by Madeline Reeves and Jeff Meade, recorded live every other Friday on LinkedIn, and are released once a month. Music is by Premium Beats.

Carving Your Own Creative Path with Jasmine Childress

Friday, June 2, 2023 • Duration 01:06:42

Many creatives wish to control their own destiny, to strike out on their own and start their own business. In theory, this often sounds like a dream scenario, but in reality, most people are scared to leave their day job in pursuit of something new.

However, for the few that do take the leap forward and stick with it long term, we’ve found that there are certain skills and experiences they possess that lead to success. Entrepreneurship certainly isn’t for everyone, especially if you are going down the path of being a solopreneur in the beginning stages.

In today’s episode, we are joined by Jasmine Childress, founder of Eight Thirty Seven, a creative and technology agency that specializes in working with women-led companies to build strong brand pillars and online experiences. Listen in as we pull back the curtain on setting boundaries and expectations with clients, how to handle slow seasons, and what it takes to be successful as a creative solopreneur,

Listen in as we speak about:

Prospecting for new clients
Developing relationships with other creatives
Building up your confidence in your creative abilities over time
The courage it takes to raise your prices and how necessary this is

And much, much, more!

Connect with Jasmine Childress:

Eight Thirty Seven Studio Website

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Aligning An Agency That Amplifies Your Impact with Ari Kryzyzek

Friday, June 2, 2023 • Duration 01:04:20

If you grew up in America, you’re accustomed to entrepreneurial success stories left and right. You knew that if you worked hard and buckled down, you would be given your opportunities. But this isn’t the experience many people who grow up outside of the United States face.

Carrying unique insight and culture outside of the common lens, entrepreneurs coming into the United States can bring a fresh perspective to the companies they join and get off the ground. The challenge is, many people don’t even know that they can have opportunities outside of their lived experience. But with opportunity, also comes challenges.

In today’s episode, we are joined by Ari Krzyzek, CEO at Chykalophia, a creative technology agency that specializes in working with women-led companies to build strong brand pillars and online experiences. We discuss what it takes to grow an impact-oriented agency from the ground up, how to go about identifying and establishing a niche, and the importance of making giving back a core part of your mission as a marketing leader.

Listen in as we speak about:

What it takes to grow an impact-oriented agency from the ground up
How to go about identifying and establishing a niche
The importance of making giving back a core part of your mission
The challenges and triumphs of being an Asian woman in leadership

And much, much, more!

Connect with Ari Krzyzek:

Chykalophia Website

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The Meade Company

Jeff Meade

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