Marketing Leadership Podcast: Strategies From Wise D2C & B2B Marketers – Details, episodes & analysis

Juleyka Lantigua, Founder and CEO of LWC Studios, joins Dots on this episode. Juleyka shares her insights into audio journalism, the evolution of the creator economy and how niche podcasts are transforming the media landscape. She also highlights the strategic use of podcasts in public relations and provides examples of impactful audio content.

Key Takeaways:

(01:30) Juleyka’s journey in media, from print to podcasting, over 25 years.

(02:04) Niche podcasts build loyal communities and enable monetization without massive audiences.

(05:25) Audio can enhance public relations by amplifying a brand’s influence and storytelling.

(06:47) A podcast by NACAC effectively reached families navigating the college admissions process.

(09:07) The series "70 Million" engaged audiences through annotated transcripts and resource guides.

(11:02) Successful audio content requires strategy and the offering of multiple engagement methods.

(14:31) Listen-through rate is a key metric for evaluating audience loyalty in podcasts.

(18:14) Podcasts can expand brand awareness by providing meaningful content to niche audiences.

(19:37) Effective audio journalism is grounded in deep customer research and actionable insights.

Resources Mentioned:

Juleyka Lantigua -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/juleykalantigua/

LWC Studios website -

https://lwcstudios.com/

Aspen Institute: "1 in 5" podcast -

https://www.aspeninstitute.org/podcast/1-in-5-podcast/

"70 Million" podcast

https://70millionpod.com/

Insightful Links:

The Power of Multimedia Journalism: Unleashing Its Impact -

https://www.yellowbrick.co/blog/journalism/the-power-of-multimedia-journalism-unleashing-its-impact

7 Strategies for Creating Immersive Narratives in Journalistic Podcasts -

https://latamjournalismreview.org/articles/7-strategies-for-creating-immersive-narratives-in-journalistic-podcasts/

What is Your Newsroom Audio Strategy?

https://mediamakersmeet.com/what-is-your-newsrooms-audio-strategy-2/

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Henry Burreson, Podcast Influencer, Marketing Expert and Founder of Soundwave Agency, shares his journey from hosting over 300 gaming podcasts to leading a podcast marketing agency. Together with host Dots Oyebolu, Henry explores the intersection of podcasting and influencer marketing, offering strategies for effective audience engagement and campaign success.

Key Takeaways:

(02:56) Selecting the right podcast format is essential for campaign success.

(04:00) Targeting podcasts with recurring brand sponsorships increases effectiveness.

(04:46) Magellan AI is a valuable tool for data-driven podcast marketing.

(05:29) Niche targeting enhances the impact of podcast influencer campaigns.

(07:14) Sports, news and comedy are the most popular podcast categories for advertisers.

(08:12) B2B brands successfully use consumer-focused podcasts for marketing.

(10:53) Podcasting fosters a stronger influencer-to-audience connection through long-form content.

(18:09) Podcast hosts have multiple monetization options whilst maintaining authenticity.

Resources Mentioned:

Henry Burreson' LinkedIn Profile -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/henryburreson/

Soundwave Agency LinkedIn Page -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/soundwave-agency/

Soundwave Agency website -

https://www.soundwave.pro/

Shopify -

https://www.shopify.com/

ShipStation -

https://www.shipstation.com/

ZipRecruiter -

https://www.ziprecruiter.ie/

Spotify -

https://open.spotify.com/

Patreon -

https://www.patreon.com/

Fourthwall -

https://www.fourthwall.com/

Insightful Links:

1. How to Build Your Influence Through Podcasting

https://blog.podbean.com/how-to-build-your-influence-through-podcasting/

2. Podcasting and Influencer Marketing

https://hireinfluence.com/blog/podcasting-and-influencer-marketing/

3. The Power of Influencer-Generated Podcasts for Expanded Awareness

https://aicontentfy.com/en/blog/power-of-influencer-generated-podcasts-for-expanded-awareness

4. The Role of Podcasts in Influencer Marketing: Engaging Listeners with Authentic Voices

https://www.winsavvy.com/the-role-of-podcasts-in-influencer-marketing-engaging-listeners-with-authentic-voices/

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Join Dots Oyebolu as he speaks with Eyitayo Ogunmola, CEO of Utiva. Eyitayo shares his journey in tech, discussing the rise of Africa’s talent pool, Nigeria’s aggressive work culture, and how tech education connects local talent to global opportunities. He highlights why now is the time for companies to tap into the African tech ecosystem.

Key Takeaways:

(04:14) Africa’s middle class has grown to 312 million, creating a vast talent pool.

(07:02) Professionals in Nigeria are naturally aspirational, frequently upskilling to take on higher-level roles.

(09:28) The growing demand for tech talent in Nigeria is driven by global opportunities.

(12:06) Employers are often surprised by the high quality of young Nigerian talent.

(15:06) English proficiency and favorable time zones make Nigeria a prime market for global outsourcing.

(18:36) Payment systems remain challenging for African freelancers and remote workers.

(27:07) Customer lifetime value is a top priority in product marketing decisions.

(30:53) Learning by doing and giving back to the community are crucial for growth.

Resources Mentioned:

Eyitayo Ogunmola -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/eyitayoogunmola/

Utiva | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/school/utiva/

Utiva | Website -

https://utiva.io/school

Insightful Links:

https://utiva.co/courses/product-marketing-bootcamp

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On this episode, Dots Oyebolu speaks with Andy Crestodina, Co-Founder and CMO at Orbit Media Studios. Andy shares insights on how AI is transforming marketing analytics and website optimization, highlighting practical strategies for marketers to improve performance through data analysis, ideation and filling content gaps.

Key Takeaways:

(03:41) AI should not be used to write content; it’s best for ideation.

(06:17) AI helps identify which topics perform best across different channels.

(08:26) Analyzing conversion data and creating actionable charts with AI.

(10:31) Anytime there’s an export button, marketers should get excited.

(14:30) AI can find deficiencies in website pages, enabling marketers to fix gaps.

(20:56) Improving the click-through rate on calls-to-action boosts revenue.

(23:36) AI can help marketers test multiple variations in A/B testing.

(26:40) AI-driven gap analysis improves key pages' performance for conversions.

(30:44) Combining human insight with AI optimizes digital marketing strategies.

Resources Mentioned:

Andy Crestodina -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/andycrestodina/

Orbit Media Studios -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/orbit-media-studios-inc./

Orbit Media Studios | Website -

https://www.orbitmedia.com

Google Analytics 4 -

https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/10089681?hl=en

SparkToro -

https://sparktoro.com/

Insightful Links:

https://contentmarketinginstitute.com/articles/seo-strategy-ai

https://www.coursera.org/articles/ai-in-marketing

https://www.orbitmedia.com/blog/ai-website-optimization/

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In this episode, Dots Oyebolu speaks with Anton Shulke, Head of Influencer Marketing at Duda. Anton shares his journey from teaching languages to becoming a leading figure in B2B influencer marketing. He delves into building authentic relationships with influencers, leveraging webinars and establishing brand recognition in niche markets.

Key Takeaways:

(03:38) Building personal relationships in B2B influencer marketing.

(12:05) The differences between B2B and B2C influencer strategies.

(15:10) Targeting C-level executives versus designers in B2B marketing.

(18:57) Anton’s immediate goals in influencer marketing.

(21:50) Leveraging PR to enhance brand visibility.

(27:14) Community-led growth as a cornerstone of B2B success.

(33:01) The importance of social media engagement for community building.

(35:31) The challenges of attribution in influencer marketing.

(40:19) The long-term impact of building loyal communities.

Resources Mentioned:

Anton Shulke -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonshulke/

Duda | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/duda/

Duda | Website -

https://www.duda.co/

Insightful Links:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/16DBH6dMlnQ3xL05fVD_CeNfRyTpHfKp1Hima3pwQSRk/edit

https://zenmedia.com/blog/is-b2b-influencer-marketing-worth-the-money/

https://grin.co/blog/the-complete-guide-to-b2b-influencer-marketing/

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Join Dots Oyebolu as he speaks with Jonathan Pollinger, Freelance Social Media and AI Trainer. Jonathan shares his journey from corporate to freelance social media training and discusses B2B social media strategies, focusing on how small businesses can leverage paid and organic tactics to drive success.

Key Takeaways:

(01:04) Jonathan shares his background and transition to social media training.

(04:03) How Boost Social Agency helps B2B companies with social media strategies.

(08:24) Listen, connect, and engage — Jonathan’s framework for social media success.

(14:09) The benefits of carousel ads and LinkedIn PDFs for B2B marketing.

(17:06) How a short, absorbable message outperforms longer content.

(22:05) The role of paid social media in B2B small business success.

(28:02) How to engage with customers personally through social media.

(33:37) Trends and tactics for B2B content creation in the future.

Resources Mentioned:

Jonathan Pollinger -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanpollinger/

Jonathan Pollinger - Social Media and AI Trainer | Website -

https://pollingersocial.co.uk/

Boost Social Agency | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/boostsocialagency/

Boost Social Agency | Website -

https://www.boostsocial.agency/

Insightful Links:

https://jelloow.com/blog-detail/create-b2b-strategy-social-media-marketing-for-small-businesses/

https://americassbdc.org/5-social-media-tips-for-b2b-businesses-that-cost-nothing/

https://marxcommunications.com/b2b-small-business-marketing-social-media/

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On this episode, Dave Kerpen, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of  Apprentice, joins the podcast to discuss the vital role of delegation in leadership and personal growth. Dave shares how delegating effectively can lead to a more balanced life and greater business success. The conversation also touches on lifelong learning, the impact of user-generated content in marketing and the evolution of digital marketing strategies.

Key Takeaways:

(02:47) Dave shares his belief that everyone can both learn from and teach others.

(04:10) Insights on learning opportunities from personal experiences and interactions.

(06:07) Discussion on the balance between immediate business needs and long-term brand building.

(09:07) The commonality of imposter syndrome and the importance of self-confidence.

(11:45) Ethical marketing practices and the impact of non-consensual communication strategies.

(16:28) An invitation to connect during office hours and introduction of Dave’s new book on leadership and delegation.

Resources Mentioned:

Dave Kerpen -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davekerpen/

Apprentice | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/chooseapprentice/

Apprentice | Website -

https://chooseanapprentice.com/

Insightful Links:

https://growwithward.com/growth-hacking-mindset/ 

https://www.bluleadz.com/blog/marketers-growth-mindset

https://www.lean-labs.com/blog/adopt-a-growth-marketing-mindset

https://weignitegrowth.com/purpose-driven-brands/

https://medium.com/@ideonagency/5-steps-to-creating-a-purpose-driven-brand-dad9fddd75cf 

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Join Dots Oyebolu as he speaks with Katie King, CEO of AI in Business and a top AI influencer in 2023. In this conversation, Katie discusses the profound impact of artificial intelligence in marketing, from augmenting traditional marketing strategies to addressing the fear of job displacement. Katie shares insights on leveraging AI to achieve business growth while emphasizing continuous learning and dispelling common myths around AI adoption.

Key Takeaways:

(05:57) Embrace AI tools like SEO, customer segmentation and web creation to stay relevant in marketing.

(09:07) AI helps marketing teams understand customer behaviors.

(13:07) Create highly personalized experiences by connecting online and offline customer data, with consent.

(19:13) Katie’s AI scorecard helps organizations assess readiness for AI adoption.

(22:53) AI enhances customer experience. 

(30:02) Customer acceptance of AI varies globally, but awareness and comfort have grown.

(31:13) Customers are more comfortable with AI if they can escalate to a human and the experience is transparent and effective.

(32:35) AI is advancing in CRM, content marketing, SEO and PPC.

Resources Mentioned:

Katie King -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/katieeking/

AI in Business | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/aiinbusiness/

AI in Business | Website -

https://www.aiinbusiness.co.uk/

Insightful Links:

https://www.aiinbusiness.co.uk/ai-strategy-for-sales-and-marketing

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/harnessing-power-ai-enhanced-business-performance-teamleasedigital/

https://hbr.org/2021/07/how-to-design-an-ai-marketing-strategy

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Dots Oyebolu is joined by Garren Parkins, Founder and CEO of Deskrig, on this episode. Garren shares his expertise on driving B2B video marketing to profitable levels, covering how Deskrig enhances video production efficiency for content creators. Garren also dives into the future of video marketing, repurposing strategies and the key role of virtual events in lead generation.

Key Takeaways:

(01:50) The unique opportunity that organic video marketing offers B2B companies.

(04:19) The importance of personal branding for lead generation.

(06:15) The future of video marketing lies in improving content quality.

(09:17) Deskrig's innovative approach to real-time editing during video production.

(10:45) Vertical video is the king of today’s content.

(16:43) Marketers should focus on clear communication of value in B2B videos, stating upfront what viewers will gain rather than making them guess.

(25:30) Focus on creating valuable content during virtual events, and let the networking happen afterward.

(31:37) Virtual events offer a content creation boost with lower costs and broader reach.

Resources Mentioned:

Garren Parkins -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrenparkins/

Deskrig | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/deskrig/

Deskrig | Website -

http://www.deskrig.com

Insightful Links:

https://www.digitalocean.com/resources/article/video-marketing

https://storykit.io/blog/b2b-video-marketing

https://blog.stackadapt.com/b2b-video-marketing

https://www.writtenlyhub.com/the-art-of-b2b-video-marketing-to-increase-brand-recognition/

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On this episode, Frederick Vallaeys, CEO of Optmyzr, joins Join Dots Oyebolu. Frederick shares valuable insights into paid media automation and how businesses, small and large, can effectively use automation to improve their marketing strategies. Frederick discusses common mistakes small businesses make, the importance of customer data and the evolving landscape of PPC with generative AI. 

Key Takeaways:

(02:31) The importance of balancing cost-per-click with relevance for successful ad campaigns.

(06:53) Why automation is crucial for small businesses with limited time and resources.

(11:30) Simple, cost-effective ways for small businesses to integrate customer data.

(20:01) Automation needs safeguards, and tools like Optmyzr offer PPC insurance for better campaigns.

(21:34) Optmyzr helps advertisers control Google Ads with automations and safeguards to avoid costly mistakes.

(26:56) ROAS alone won't ensure profit; linking data to profit margins with tools or scripts drives true PPC profitability.

(30:38) AI works best with specific inputs; human-AI collaboration is powerful but requires effort.

(33:26) Generative AI shortens consumer journeys, requiring generative engine optimization to capture informed customers.

Resources Mentioned:

Frederick Vallaeys -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/

Optmyzr | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/optmyzr/

Optmyzr | Website -

https://www.optmyzr.com

Insightful Links:

https://www.wordstream.com/blog/ws/2016/05/16/competitive-advertising

https://neilpatel.com/blog/ppc-automation/

https://www.flankmedia.com/blog/maximizing-your-paid-media-marketing-automation

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