Marketing Mistakes (and How To Avoid Them)

In this episode, Stacy shares tips on how to choose the right celebrity social influencer for your brand.

In today’s episode, Stacy sits down with Peter Erik Neeyvoll and Maria Rigger, who are the co-founders of AweSM Sales & Marketing, a company that specializes in helping entrepreneurs build successful online courses. Here, they discuss why it’s important to find your niche, and create a marketing strategy, before you produce your online course. They also discuss the importance of keeping in mind your big “why” and the reasoning behind their philosophy of “just do it—even if you’re not ready yet.”

In today’s episode, Stacy sits down with Ben Worthen, who is the CEO of Message Lab, an award-winning agency that helps organizations get results by bringing stories to life, through leveraging journalism, data, and design. The two discuss Ben’s experience in journalism, and how it has impacted his approach to marketing and creating content. Ben also shares why, he believes, it’s important that each piece of content has a job and adds value. They also chat about ways in which brand owners and agencies can create a culture where their team members create and share company content. The two also chat about leveraging SEO and social targeting to create ROI.

In today’s episode, Stacy sits down with Donnie Boivin, the CEO and Founder of the Success Champion family of companies. He is also the founder of the Badass Business Summit, and Events with an Edge. The two discuss Donnie’s extensive experience in sales and how his Success Champion companies came to be. He also shares the Success Champion mindset, and why business owners should incorporate it into their professional lives.  Donnie shares why he believes that you should find your niche and pick clients that you can do cocktails with. They also discuss the importance of establishing systems and processes (and why you should be open to adjusting them, as well.)

In today’s episode, Stacy sits down with Mandy McEwen, who is the Founder and CEO of Mod Girl Marketing and Luminetics. The two chat about the ways that marketers,  agencies, and brand owners can better leverage LinkedIn, and tap into the power of humanized content marketing. Mandy also discusses the dangers of automation as well as the importance of personalized messaging and content. They also share why businesses should know how to repurpose materials to post on their socials, and the importance of “mixing-it-up.”

In today’s episode, Stacy sits down with Alex Sinatra, who is the CEO and Founder of Your Potential For Everything, a strategic sports consulting business that helps women and minorities grow in the sports and esports industry. The two touch on Alex’s background in marketing, journalism, sports, and law, and discuss the ways in which student athletes can monetize their name and likeness. Alex shares what athletes should be way of when signing contracts for brand partnerships, as well as the importance of viewing athletes as a person, and understanding them outside of their sport. They also discuss the differences, and similarities, between influencers and athletes.

Product placement strategy is a crucial component in the success of any brands. In this episode, Stacy discuss three important steps for planning your product placement campaign and how they can help you achieve desired results!

In today's episode, Stacy sits down with Amanda Rabideau, who is the CEO of Arch Collective, a company that takes on a unique approach to marketing for post-A-series, B2B tech start ups. The two discuss why businesses should consider fractional CMO's and freelancers, as well as the benefits of hiring part-time employees. Amanda also shares her 3 step process for taking on clients, and why she favors working for companies that are specifically, post-A-series. She also provides tips on what businesses can do to make their freelance employees feel included in company culture. 

In today’s episode, Stacy sits down with Michael Buzinski, who is the CMO of Buzzworthy Integrated Marketing, and the author of the best-selling book The Rule of 26. The two discuss the difference between DIY-ers and buyers, as well as the necessary connection between authenticity and marketing. Michael also gives his insights on using call-to-actions, and designing websites. In addition, he also shares why he believes that recognizing your competitive advantage will allow your businesses to better connect with its perfect client. Stacy and Michael also touch on the difference between serviced-based businesses and service-centric businesses.

In this episode, Stacy sits down with Dre Fox, who is a social media coach, blogger, speaker, and the CEO of TimeOfDre Media, a media consulting firm that helps women monetize their message through online platforms. The two discuss how to profit off your socials, and build a brand for you, or your business. They touch on key differences between marketing yourself and marketing your brand, as well as the failure that (sometimes) follows from imitating others’ success. Dre shares why it is important to know your ideal customer—or follower, and master one social media platform, at time. They also talk about the importance of adopting a message that is real and unapologetic.

In today’s episode, Stacy sits down with Spencer Brooks, who is the Founder and Principal of Brooks Digital, a digital firm that helps health nonprofits improve their online presence. The two discuss the importance of finding your niche, building a great website, and discovering the digital metrics that actually matter. Spencer also shares his “agile” project management philosophy, and why be believes that copying your competitor can stifle your creativity.

In this episode, Stacy sits down with Guy Bauer, who is the Founder and Creative Director of Umault, a video marketing agency that helps B2B businesses create content. Guy shares the steps one needs to go through in strategizing an ad, and he talks about the importance of making a decision based on effectiveness, and not time. In addition, he discusses what clients need to do in order to make the production process a bit easier. The two also discuss how to steer away from the “corporate video” and create an engaging video campaign.

In this episode, Stacy sits down with Wayne Mullins, who is the Founder and CEO of Ugly Mug Marketing.  Wayne shares his philosophy of "results based marketing" and why he thinks businesses should stay wary of vanity impressions, and other certain metrics. The two also discuss why businesses need to put work into their websites and socials in order to utilize these platforms as effective tools.

In this episode, Stacy sits down with Katie Dooley, who is the Founder and Brand Strategist at Paper Lime Creative, a Canadian design agency that helps businesses amplify their branding. Katie shares why it's important for businesses to invest in great graphics and identify their ideal customer. The two also discuss color theory and why businesses should be consistent in their branding, such as sticking to one font, or a fixed set of colors.

In this episode, Stacy sits down with Ann Bennett, who is the CEO and Founder of Ann Bennett Marketing. Ann shares why it's important for entrepreneurs to avoid overextending themselves and to discover their brand archetype. Whether you're a geek, nurturer, disruptor, or innovator, Ann believes that its best for entrepreneurs to always remain authentic. The two also discuss the importance of discovering your values, and making sure that you hire individuals who hold these same beliefs.

In this episode, Stacy sits down with Lauren Kennedy, who is the Chief Marketing Nerd of Coastal Consulting—a firm that helps organizations create an automated and personalized customer experience by helping them leverage HubSpot and Salesforce. The two discuss the importance of creating a persona, and the do’s and don’ts of HubSpot sequences. Lauren also talks about the approach businesses should take when trying to integrate HubSpot with Salesforce, while making the most of each system. They also touch on the benefits of using HubSpot for inbound marketing.

In this episode, Stacy sits down with Rachel Wagner, who is the Director of Brand Partnerships at Hollywood Branded.   Rachel talks about her experience in branded entertainment and the production side of partnerships. She also provides some examples of memorable moments she’s made possible in her career, including putting J.Lo in a Fiat at the AMA’s. The two also discuss the ways in which brands will make mistakes in trade partnerships. 

In this episode, Stacy sits down with Seth Fry, who is the President of Big Frey Promotional Products, where he helps organizations gain exposure and build comradery through providing them with branded merchandise, apparel, and gifts. From mouse pads to tumblers to fidget spinners and face masks, the two discuss which types of promotional products are the best additions to your company's "swag kits." They also highlight the importance of making your merch both functional and tasteful, and they consider the ways in which you can save money when diving into this type of branding.

In this episode, Stacy sits down with Brittany Gilman, who is the CEO of BG Sports Enterprises, where Brittany builds brand partnerships campaigns for professional athletes. The two discuss how to create the perfect partnership with an athlete, as well as the risks that brands should consider when working with these types of figures. Brittany also provides some insights that brands should keep in mind when working with a limited budget while trying to pursue these types of partnership campaigns.

In this episode, Stacy sits down with Phillip Ramsey and Bryan Dewhurst, who are the co-founders of Uncommon Wealth Partners. They are financial planners that think differently about money and provide clients with information beyond retirement planning by helping them define goals, implement plans, and create wealth. The three discuss how you can better invest in yourself, your business, and maybe, even crypto.