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In this episode, we take a fresh look at social media marketing, a vital but often underappreciated arm of marketing.

While going viral and getting a thousand likes can be exciting, there's more to driving sustainable social media growth. In this episode, we highlight how to utilize social media not just as an awareness channel but as a core growth engine for your product and business, while also making superfans out of your audience.

To guide us are Joshua Owolabi, a Social Media Growth Specialist with over 5 years of experience driving social media growth across companies like Nestcoin, Opay, and more. Alongside Peace Obinani, Head of Online Marketing at Piggyvest, with experience driving social media growth and building communities across companies.

So if you're looking to start your social media marketing career or grow in the industry, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy this.

In this episode, we take a closer look at the world of Performance Marketing with Emmanuel Mang.

Emmanuel Mang, Performance Marketing Strategist at Hey Digital, takes us on his journey into the field, sharing how he transitioned from an engineering background to mastering the art and science of performance marketing. Revealing his unique approach to maximizing ROI through data-driven strategies and relentless experimentation, he also highlights the complexities of performance marketing, offering a clear roadmap for achieving sustainable and scalable growth.

In this episode, we explore the world of content marketing with industry leaders Daniel Orubo and Temitope Olaleye.

Daniel, Head of Content Strategy at PiggyVest, takes us on a journey through his diverse experiences, from the early days of blogging and creating content for Zikoko to leading content teams at various companies. He highlights the power of data-driven insights and a deep understanding of the customer journey to fuel content that not only engages but also converts.

Temitope, Content Marketing Lead at Paystack, shares her unique transition from the field of economics to the world of content marketing, driven by her passion for creativity. She emphasizes the role of research and audience insights in crafting compelling narratives that guide customers seamlessly through the funnel, driving conversions and fostering brand loyalty.

Key Points:

• Unconventional Paths into Content Marketing: Discover how passion and transferable skills can lead to thriving careers in content marketing.
• Data-Driven Content Strategies for Growth: Learn how to create impactful content that resonates with your audience and drives measurable results.
• AI's Role in Content Marketing: Explore how AI can be leveraged to enhance creativity, efficiency, and overall content marketing success.
• Strategic Distribution for Maximum Impact: Uncover proven tactics to reach and engage your target audience in the African market and beyond.
• Measuring Content's Impact on Business Growth: Learn how to track and analyze key metrics to prove the ROI of your content marketing efforts.

Join us for a candid conversation that breaks down the world of content marketing, offering practical advice and actionable insights for professionals at all levels.

In this episode, we dive into the world of growth and product marketing with industry leaders Sonia Amadi and Olabinjo Adeniran.

Sonia Amadi, Head of Growth at Synth, shares her journey from being a content writer to leading growth initiatives at various companies. She reveals her unique approach to identifying and prioritizing high-potential growth channels, emphasizing the importance of experimentation and data-driven decision-making.

Olabinjo Adeniran, Growth Marketing Leader with over a decade experience and an IT background, discusses his transition to growth marketing and how his technical skills have proven to be a key advantage. He also shares his insights on building successful cross-functional relationships with teams like sales and engineering to drive product growth.

Key Points:

• Transitioning into Growth Roles: Understand the diverse paths and transferable skills that lead to successful careers in growth and product marketing.
• Proven Growth Marketing Frameworks: Learn the unique approaches and philosophies used by industry leaders to achieve sustainable growth.
• Building High-Performance Growth Teams: Uncover strategies for effective cross-functional collaboration and fostering a culture of growth within organizations.
• Leveraging Technical Expertise: Learn which technical skills can supercharge product marketing and fuel growth initiatives.
• The Future of Growth: Explore emerging trends and predictions that will shape the future of product & growth marketing.

Join us for a candid conversation that breaks down the world of growth marketing, offering practical advice and actionable insights for professionals at all levels.

In this episode, we explore the evolving digital marketing landscape in Africa with industry leaders Michael Okeje and Peace Itimi.

Michael Okeje, Head of Product and Growth at Mdundo, shares his journey from developer to digital marketing lead, managing teams across growth, data, product, and development. He emphasizes the importance of combining various skills and knowledge to succeed in the industry.

Peace Itimi, Director of Marketing at Smile Identity, discusses her career progression from co-founding an agency to working in training and growth roles. She highlights the evolution of marketing roles, the need for deep marketing knowledge, and the significance of integrating growth strategies into marketing efforts.

Key Points:

1. Challenges in Digital Marketing: Misconceptions about digital marketing roles and the need for comprehensive skill sets.
2. Career Journeys: Diverse paths within the digital marketing industry, showcasing growth from technical and agency backgrounds.
3. Evolution of Marketing Roles: The rise of specialized roles like SEO specialists, performance marketers, and content strategists, reflecting the industry's growth and complexity.
4. Influencer and Community-Led Marketing: The growing impact and future evolution of new marketing models.
5. AI in Marketing: The integration of AI and its implications, emphasizing the need for humanized content and adapting to changing algorithms.
6. Growth Marketing: The distinction between traditional marketing and growth marketing, emphasizing data analytics, experiments, and a focus on revenue generation.
7. Future Trends: Predictions on the future of marketing, including the potential resurgence of guerrilla marketing and the blending of in-person and digital experiences.

Join us for an insightful conversation on the dynamic and ever-evolving world of digital marketing, offering valuable takeaways for both new and seasoned professionals in the industry.

This season features conversations with industry leaders across various marketing disciplines, including growth marketing, content marketing, marketing analytics, performance marketing, social media marketing, and more. They'll share their experiences running successful and unsuccessful experiments across various African and international startups.

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I'm your host, Dera Nleweoha. I hope you enjoy this season and leave a review – I'd love to hear from you.