
The Marketing Millennials
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6 Quick Fixes to Improve Your Landing Page Conversions Today (Solo Edition)
Is your landing page quietly killing your conversions? If you’re spending money to send people to your landing page and they’re not converting, then you’re pouring water into a bucket filled with holes. This week, we go solo and dig into six high-impact landing page tweaks that don’t require a redesign, a dev sprint, or a full-blown overhaul. Just smart, simple changes you can make right now. Plus, the “5-second rule” and how to instantly clarify what you offer and who it’s for before users bounce. If you’re a marketer who wants to learn how to optimize landing pages and boost conversions, this is the episode for you. Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

Go-to-Market Plays #1: When To Do a Launch
A lot of marketers think launch starts on launch day…and they’re very wrong. In this new miniseries called Go To Market Plays, Daniel and Tamara break down go to market strategies in ten minutes or less. Tamara insists the best launches start months in advance, not just when you hit publish. Plus, Daniel and Tamara talk about launch seeding. People put too much pressure on launch day when it should really include moments before and after, so you’re not relying on just one day. Tamara gives an example from the Notion AI launch, too. And, how does being an early adopter of a product lead to brand loyalty? It’s all about how your product makes people feel. If you’re looking to launch something soon and need to clean up the strategy for it, this is the episode for YOU…and it’s short and sweet. ⌛ Follow Tamara: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamaragrominsky/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: Steal These Rapid Email Tips | Bathroom Break #49 🚽
How do you get people to actually open emails AND engage with you? Daniel and Jay have some tips for you to take. First, you have to treat every email like it’s the receiver’s first email ever. Unlike social, you can’t just phone it in, so you HAVE to make it good right off the bat. Should you kick the non-engaged people off? Jay says that you should, because having a highly engaged list is better than a bigger one who doesn’t really interact with your content. And, Daniel suggests putting read times in your pre-headers could be the secret sauce to enticing readers. Can you test read times, emojis, and other creative things in pre-headers? Absolutely. This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about doing a little more with emails and seeing more impact. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
5 ChatGPT Prompts Marketers Need to Use (Solo Edition)
AI isn’t just a search engine and it isn’t just for research. It can be your secret weapon. Daniel’s sharing five prompts that can help YOU with generative AI. It’s more than just typing in a request and waiting for it to spit something out. Start building on your original request with questions like, “What emotional triggers are popping up?” or, “Why should people buy my product?” This gives you an opportunity to dig deeper and be more unique. Plus, how can ChatGPT help you with positioning? It’s a great way to reveal cracks and potential misfires in your already-existing strategy. And, it’s time to get your ICP in their feelings. What does ChatGPT suggest for emotional tactics? If you’re looking to make AI a better tool for you and your brand, this is the episode. 📲 Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
320 - Creating a Market Category with Kari Hanson, CMO at Robin
Why create a new category instead of competing in an already existing one? This episode’s guest, Kari Hanson of Robin, is no stranger to creating, building, and scaling new things. Creating a new category is a great way to reframe the competitive landscape and requisition the status quo. There’s more than one way to solve problems, and your product could be the answer to it. And, what should you do when it comes to positioning? There are a couple of ways to do it, from reframing how people usually think about topics to even looking at one specific feature that you have and others don’t. Plus, when “thought leaders” are mentioned, who do you think of? Kari gives us her view and explains what problems thought leaders are facing. If you’re a marketer who wants to learn more about being a first mover in a new space, this is the episode for you. Follow Kari: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karihanson/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: Marketing Tactics for Small Budgets | Bathroom Break #48 🚽
Money doesn’t grow on trees, we all know that. But, you don’t need to break the bank to see results. Daniel says that if you start boosting Instagram posts with $10 to $20 a week, you can still see meaningful results. Lots of people are under the impression that Instagram and Meta costs a ton of money, and that’s just not the case. Plus, you can even save some money if you want to network at industry events—without paying outrageous amounts of money in ticket fees. Jay shares how an exhibit hall hang out could be what you need. And, how do microinfluencers play a role in all of this? Sending them your product may be the right move. This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about spending less $$$ and seeing more impact. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
319 - Guide to Marketing Complicated Products with Trey Ferro, CEO of Spot Pet Insurance
Have a dog? If you’re a Millennial or Gen Z, there’s a good chance you’re already owning your first pet. But do you have pet insurance? According to statistics, you probably don’t. This episode’s guest, Trey Ferro, is in the business of making sure you and your pet are insured. From unexpected vet visits to making sure your pup is fully vaccinated, pet insurance can help you have peace of mind. But how do you market such a “complicated” product? The answer is personalization. Offering tiers and personalized quotes is a step in the right direction. Another strategy includes rapid transparency and education, especially for younger consumers who may not know how insurance even works. How do you create urgency when the general public doesn’t get your value prop right off the bat? And, just how important is a good CTA? Trey reveals the double digit number difference between a good CTA and a bad one. If you’re a marketer who wants to learn more about marketing tougher and more unique products, this is the episode for you. Follow Trey: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trey-ferro-320240141/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
318 - How to Grow to 250k Followers in Under 3 Years with Bart Szaniewski of Dad Gang
What do you get when you mix hats, social media channels, and a bunch of dads? Bart Szaniewski and his buddies created Dad Gang with the mission of bringing dads together with cool hats. At first, it was all about creativity. And then it blossomed into multiple channels and multiple dads sharing their stories. Copy and captions became even more important. Hats were being sold faster than they could make them. How can you develop FOMO in your audience? It’s as easy as creating a sense of urgency for your next drop. Plus, Bart reveals how using a private Facebook group may be the key to hearing more from your audience. And, Dad Gang recently launched an app and is using SMS. What are some pros and cons of implementing these ideas at your brand? If you’re a marketer who wants to learn more about scaling via social media or how SMS and apps can further your brand’s presence, this is the episode for you. Follow Bart: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bart-szaniewski-374b1141/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: Keeping It Simple | Bathroom Break #47 🚽
Think about all the acronyms you use as a Marketer: BOFU, TTM, CAC, the list goes on. You and your coworkers might know what they mean, but the general population doesn’t. So, this episode is all about the importance of keeping things simple and easy to understand. Daniel mentions his general rule: make sure your copy is written so simply that a five-year-old can read it. If you’re talking over people’s heads or using language they can’t understand, it won’t convert. Jay mentions that you don’t want to embarrass anyone, so avoiding acronyms and complicated language is a great start. Plus, how does describing a dish at a restaurant relate to content marketing? Jay gives an example. This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about keeping it simple so everyone’s on the same page. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
6 Tactical Tips and Tricks for Writing (Solo Edition)
Daniel’s solo and he’s gonna teach you how to write better. You need a hook or something that’s going to really capture attention. (Most people decide if they’re gonna read something within the first two seconds.) Then, cut the fluff. You don’t need flowery language or fancy writing to get the job done. Plus, do you really need a stronger opinion, or will your audience read anyway? Daniel says yes to the former and reveals why. If you’re looking to sharpen your writing skills, this is the episode for YOU. ✏️ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
317 - How to Stand Out In A Regulated Space with Andrea Becker
Healthcare is a HUGE industry. Marketing it is even bigger. How do you make sure it's effective? This episode’s guest, Andrea Becker, has seen it all during her 25 years in the healthcare marketing industry. And the KEY that hasn’t changed is trust. People’s health is no joke, and neither is access to care, information about symptoms, and tips and tricks. How can you build trust within your content? How do you make your content stand out amongst all the noise and (sometimes fake) information? Plus, the biggest challenge of healthcare marketing is that there’s SO much, including insurance companies and laws about advertising, that varies by area and even social media platform. And, healthcare marketing is using AI to its benefit. But it’s nothing to freak out about; Andrea reveals nothing will ever really be fully automated in the industry. If you’re a marketer who wants to learn more about the healthcare space and how it differs between generations, countries, and more, this is the episode for you. Follow Andrea: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrealbecker Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: You’re Doing Merch and Swag Wrong | Bathroom Break #46 🚽
Think about your company’s merch and swag bags. They could use a refresh, right? Who wants another mug with your logo or a battery pack that won’t charge anything? Jay reveals the biggest mistake when it comes to merch: contests. Why? You need to give people the perception that they actually have a chance to win the item. Plus, Daniel talks about how your items need to BE creative if you want to be seen as a creative brand. If not, there’s a good chance it’ll end up being unmemorable and in a landfill somewhere. This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about giveaways, fun little trinkets, and how you can get everyone excited about repping your brand. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
316 - 4 Pillars of a Known & Trusted Brand with Marcus Sheridan
How do you create trust between your brand and its audience? How do you get people to truly know what you’re all about? Google something right now. What’s the first thing that pops up on the page? In the past, you’d say a website link or shopping suggestions. But now, you get AI summaries, suggestions, and more. We’ve got Marcus Sheridan to break down what’s happening and how SEO is transforming alongside AI capabilities. If your business is built on solely Google Ads and Google Search, it’s time to venture out and seek AI-focused strategies. And, Marcus talks about the buyer's journey and how it’s evolving. Gone are the days of needing a quote and requesting via form. Instead, companies are realizing that being upfront and transparent about cost are doing much better than those who don’t—and it’s all a part of a customer-featured self service model. Plus, how should companies measure and track success? The reality is that we can’t actually measure as accurately as we’d like to, BUT there’s so many ways to reframe success. If you’re a marketer who wants to level up your brand’s AI game and keep up with what’s happening with the latest in UX/CX, this is the episode for you. Follow Marcus: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcussheridan/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
315 - The Inside Scoop on LinkedIn Marketing with Alex Rynne, Senior Content Marketing Manager at LinkedIn
We have an “in.” And she’s giving us the deets on everyone’s favorite platform, LinkedIn. Unlike other platforms, LinkedIn is all about businesses, professionals, and industry information. So when all of these things come together, there’s so much to talk about. Alex Rynne, Senior Content Marketing Manager at LinkedIn, has seen it all in her 10+ years at the company. From profile faux pas to scaling B2B brands, she’s seen it ebb and flow. What are the mistakes that brands are making? Why should (or shouldn’t) a brand have a page? And, Alex shares that video is here to stay on LinkedIn. What kind of videos should be posted? What’s the general consensus on short form video? (Hint: LinkedIn will never be TikTok. And that’s perfectly fine.) Plus, what’s up with all the random commenting? Daniel and Alex share how commenting on others’ posts can really make a difference in engagement. If you’re a marketer who wants to grow your brand and create meaningful connections on LinkedIn, this is the episode for you. Follow Alex: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandrarynne/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: LinkedIn’s Latest Changes | Bathroom Break #45 🚽
LinkedIn made some changes. Have you noticed? Daniel and Jay are tackling Marketers’ favorite platform, LinkedIn. From new features on their newsletter capabilities to going deeper in email, there are little nooks and crannies to keep note of. How are these changes going to impact comment strategy? Are newsletter invitations to every connection actually hurting your newsletter? Plus, how do you take your TikTok brain and apply it to LinkedIn’s short form video feature? This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about hacking LinkedIn. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

314 - Why You Should Attend Events in Your Community with Aya Robinson, Opry Entertainment Group
Now that events are back in-person, are you going to them? This episode’s guest, Aya Robinson of Opry Entertainment Group, shares why going to events in your community is more than just about showing up. It’s a way to interact with and learn from the people near you. For example, when Aya moved to Nashville, she was able to attend events with associations like the local American Marketing Association chapter. It’s a great way to meet new people if you’re new to the job or the area in general. Plus, outreach is a huge part of growing local organizations. If you’re in charge of your organization or club, how do you expand? Who should you contact? The answer is usually the marketing teams at related companies. And, Aya shares some pretty valuable advice about reaching out to others, even if you feel hesitant. If you’re a marketer who wants to grow your network and create meaningful connections beyond just LinkedIn, this is the episode for you. Follow Aya: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aya-robinson/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit www.workweek.com
313 - The Evolution of Influencer Marketing with Ryan Roth, from Peter Thomas Roth
It feels like influencers have been around forever: from QVC presenters to modern TikTok UGC creators, we’re surrounded by them all the time. But there’s still lots to learn about where influencer marketing could go in the future. Ryan Roth is the Assistant Manager of Social Media and Influencer Marketing at Peter Thomas Roth Clinical Skincare, a brand that’s in the highly competitive skincare market. With the help of Dr. Oz and some creators online, the brand went viral and Ryan had a realization: influencers are salespeople. The key to growth and buzz? Seeding. It’s the fastest, cheapest way, especially for Peter Thomas Roth’s products. Also, let’s talk about TikTok shop. It may seem daunting at first because everyone’s using it, but it actually helped their brand sell hundreds of thousands worth of product by being a first mover in that space. How can you cut through the noise and be successful? And, how do you vet influencers for your brand? Why does packaging matter when you send items to your influencers? If you’re a marketer who wants to scale via influencer marketing, this is the episode for you. Follow Ryan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-roth-7b4820146/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: Ridiculous Things People Say | Bathroom Break #44 🚽
Do you really have to love what you do, so it won’t feel like working? Are you overthinking everything in your life? Does anyone actually care about the Oscars or are we all just pretending to care? This week, Jay and Daniel discuss ridiculous (and even downright stupid) sayings about life and work—and how living your life by them may actually be unreasonable. Loving your job 100% of the time actually leads to negativity. Overthinking things isn’t necessarily bad or good. Not everything is meant to be scaled. Plus, what’s the secret sauce to connecting with someone else in your personal life and at work? This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about reframing how you think. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
How to Simplify Your Tech Stack (Solo Edition)
Take a look at your tech stack. It needs some cleaning, right? Spring is weeks away, but Daniel’s already thinking about spring cleaning: decluttering your tech stack should be at the top of your list. It cuts dead weight, makes things more efficient, and saves money in general. What are you using? What are you NOT using? Take some inventory of what’s going on and what you can consolidate. Plus, many teams are running multiple automation tools when you really only need one. Which one should you ditch? And, your tech stack shouldn’t just work for TODAY. Think about the future. When you scale, will your stack follow? Or will you need to move to something else? What your team says about the tools also has a ton of weight on these decisions. If you’re looking to clean some things up, this is the episode for YOU. 🧹 Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
312 - The Online Marketing Secrets You Need to Know with Amy Porterfield
Online marketing is changing every day. Are you keeping up with it? Amy Porterfield is an online marketing expert, consultant, and podcast host. Dedicated to helping people scale through email marketing, content creation, and even entrepreneurship, Amy has been in the biz for almost two decades... It’s changed a LOT. The key to keeping up? Personalization strategies. It may seem simple, but it’s super effective: it drives customer loyalty and creates trust. Creating a personalized experience at any touchpoint makes customers feel like you know exactly what they need. Also, having a large following doesn’t always equate to large sales. There’s a lot of noise on the internet, and it’s getting even noisier. How can you turn those followers into paying customers? And, podcasting is the backbone of Amy’s business. When you create a podcast, you have the opportunity to segue your other platforms into it. It’s a huge asset to building your brand. If you’re a marketer who wants to scale BIG this year, this is the episode for you. Follow Amy: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyporterfield/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: Little Ideas for Landing Pages | Bathroom Break #43 🚽
Are your landing pages GOOD? Probably. Are they converting? Well… Jay and Daniel are talking pages: landing pages, destination pages, pages people click on after seeing your ad, etc. You may get attention, but are users turning that attention into intention? You may be missing just a simple CTA or personalized element. Jay also adds that these pages are a great way to show social proof. Have any big name companies as clients? Show them off. Did anyone leave a super positive testimonial? Put it on there. This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about how your pages can lead to conversions, attention, and more. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
311 - How To Make Merch That People Actually Want with Savannah Dmytriw, aka Merch Girly
Merch is still a valuable marketing tool in 2025, BUT it’s gotten way past pens and mugs with your branding on it. How can you level up your merch game and still be authentic? This episode’s guest is Savannah Dmytriw, aka Merch Girly. From new hire kits to awards and recognition items, Savannah believes merch doesn’t just celebrate but adds to everyone’s brand marketing experience. Most importantly, she believes that good merch shouldn’t end up in a trashcan—and you should agree. What does your audience want, and what need could you fill? What’s unique but not crazy and random? Plus, your company employees are some of your most valuable marketing assets. Are you giving them company merch that you’re proud of, or is it just another lame drink tumbler? Merch is also a great way to get your new hires excited about working with you—how do you make it feel even more special? And, Savannah reveals the latest trends in merch—anyone care for their own personal tree? If you’re a field marketer, brand marketer, or someone who just loves receiving swag bags full of goodies, this is the episode for YOU. 🛍️ Follow Savannah: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/savannah-dmytriw-851956117/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
310 - How Food Brands Create Menu Hits with Jessica Serrano, CMO at Dig
The secret ingredient to success in the food industry isn’t a secret... it actually lies with your customers. In this episode, Daniel chats with Jessica Serrano, the mastermind behind the New York chain of locally farmed and fresh, fast-casual restaurants. From using in-season ingredients to making items from scratch, it’s proved to be a hit. Jessica says they rely on inbound messages from customers about their experiences, what they liked and didn’t like, etc. to improve the menu. Will introducing AI help streamline this process? It’s a possibility. Plus, never doubt the ability of word of mouth. It’s played a key role in Dig’s branding and drives more people to try it out. How do you convert non-vegetable lovers into trying a Dig meal? How does protein drive those customers to come in? And, Jessica reveals the most underrated and profitable food items on the menu, and you’ve probably already had them. If you’re into good food, marketing good food, or in need of motivation to eat a vegetable, this is the episode for YOU. 🥬🍗🥦 Follow Jessica: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicacausse/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: Two Reasons Why You Should Have a Newsletter | Bathroom Break #42 🚽
There’s a TON of value in having a newsletter. There are two main reasons why: it establishes a brand, and it’s an ongoing stream of information and thought leadership. Think about the newsletters you’re subscribed to—they serve a purpose and offer you content you wouldn’t otherwise have. Daniel says they’re expertise-builders, and Jay says it’s a way to establish real estate in your audience’s minds. How do you create meaningful content? Do you need to have an already existing podcast or following of some sort to get your newsletter off the ground? This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about why a newsletter can take your brand from 0 to 100—and how, in the age of TikTok and Reels, newsletters are still great to have. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
309 - Marketing Cannabis 101 with Mike Tebb
Marketing products seems pretty straightforward... until you get to the cannabis industry. It’s heavily regulated. States have different laws. What are the best practices for it? Our guest Mike Tebb knows the ins and outs of cannabis marketing. From knowing rules and regulations to making sure you’re 107% sure about every marketing decision, it can be tough. Mike’s rule? Get really close to breaking the rules, and THEN take two steps back. Plus, storytelling with the cannabis industry poses some challenges, especially when it comes to social media platforms’ terms and conditions. Did you know that promoting cannabis is against Instagram’s policies? Mike shares how he and his team get creative to find a solution around it. And we all know edutainment is on the rise for 2025. How can you incorporate educational material into your products in an effective way? If you’re curious about the cannabis industry or interested in marketing complicated products, this is the episode for YOU. Follow Mike: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltebb/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
308 - How to Start A YouTube Channel for Your Brand with Avi Shenkar
Don’t believe everything you hear: YouTube (especially with its Shorts feature) isn’t dead or going downhill anytime soon. Just ask this week’s guest, Avi Shenkar. YouTube is a great platform for a mix of news and behind the scenes content. From product reviews to education, the creative opportunities are endless. What’s the REAL best cheesesteak in Philly? Avi tells us how he learned from a video that it’s not Pat’s or Geno’s. (And without viewing that video, he wouldn’t have had the best cheesesteak ever.) Plus, you can reformat your textual content, like articles, into videos. Everything is a remix, and that’s a way to grow your content library, share your thoughts, and circle back. However, there’s a balance between quality viewers and people who’ll view your content briefly. How do you get them to stick around? And, brands are making a huge mistake on YouTube—find out what Avi has to say about it. If you’re on the fence about scaling your brand on YouTube or exploring video options for your brand, this is the episode for YOU. Follow Avi: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashenkar/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: When to Fire Your Clients | Bathroom Break #41 🚽
You’re not going to click with every client. So, what’s the right way to break up with them? Daniel and Jay share their experiences with parting ways with clients—sometimes, they ask for too much or the vision just isn’t there. Maybe communication is lacking. Any way you put it, it’s time to say goodbye when value isn’t on the same page. Jay reveals he tries to minimize saying “bye” from the jump, and that means transparency and setting expectations from the very beginning. Should you increase your minimums? Who gets final say in contractual obligations? This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about breaking up the right way—and how it’s changing as we move forward. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
How To Prevent Marketing Fire Drills (Solo Edition)
Daniel’s not a psychic, BUT he can help you catch marketing problems before they happen. 🔮 Marketers go through so much: scaffolding, analysis, creative, positioning, and branding. A mishap can be pretty easy to fall into—this is where Daniel’s tripwires come in. First, what KPIs are your north stars? You can’t catch problems if you don’t have a vision for success. Plus, when bounce rate issues arise, do you have a plan to test what’s the root of the problem? From more A/B testing to better list segmentation, there’s a myriad of reasons, and you gotta act fast. And, what should marketers prioritize: efficiency, impact, or both? The answer may come as a shock to some. Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
307 - How To Never Miss A Marketing Lead Again with Sarah McConnell, VP of Demand Generation at Qualified
Don’t get it twisted: SDRs do a ton of work and their job entails a TON. So when you’re taking inbound leads, talking to potential clients, leading demo requests, etc. it’s a lot to handle—but there’s a possibility that AI SDRs can help streamline all of it. Plus, it could mean more outbound opportunities and chances to help marketing departments, too. AI SDRs also have capabilities that regular SDRs may not have, like remembering hundreds of posts, giving lists of product recs and more. How do you train them to do it? Is there a limit to how much knowledge they can take? What about AI from an authenticity standpoint? Plus, find out how AI may actually drive web traffic and not leave a single ticket behind. What does this mean for the traditional SDR role? If you’re wanting to stay up-to-date with the latest in how AI can help sales and marketing, this is the episode for YOU. Follow Sarah: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmcconnellmarketing/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: This 1 Tip Will Increase Your Open Rates | Bathroom Break #40 🚽
Daniel has the secret to getting people to open your email… Time is an investment—and it’s time to put at the end of your subject lines. No really, it can increase your open rate significantly because people are prepared to invest 2, 3 minutes, into reading what you have to say. It’s really that simple, huh? Plus, Jay mentions using three lines of text leading into topics. Why? This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about getting those emails OPENED—and how it’s changing how we engage with each other. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
306 - How AI is changing SEO with Mike Witham
Lots of things in marketing are changing every day because of AI—especially SEO. Some people thought AI would kill SEO, but the truth is that SEO isn’t going anywhere. We just have to learn how to partner with AI to get the job done. As long as there are search engines, there’ll be SEO, so we gotta make sure we roll with the punches. What’s the difference between using AI and using a search engine to find information? The key is keywords: while people are searching via AI in an experimental way, SEO thrives off of keywords. You gotta make sure you’re optimizing for that to drive traffic. Should you ask AI for sources? And if you do, will it provide credible ones? Plus, we’re in the age of chatbots and relevancy. What are some good tools to make sure your chatbots are not only giving relevant information, but accurate information, too? If you’re looking to level up your SEO knowledge and anticipate what’s going on with AI, this is the episode for YOU. Follow Mike: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-o-witham/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
How to Write a KILLER Design Brief (Solo Edition)
Let’s be real: your designers are NOT mind readers. So, if you want designs that look good AND convert, you need a solid playbook. What’s your goal? What’s the project about? What do you want it to look like? Who even ARE you? These are the questions your brief has to answer, plus more about your intended audience and where you’ll be placing things. And, you need to define success. Throw those vanity metrics out the window—be upfront about what you really want to accomplish. Plus, you have to be realistic about timing. How long does it take to make something and reformat it based on the platform? Is it relevant to what’s happening in pop culture and/or your audience? Think FCA: fast, clear, actionable. Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: Hidden Benefits of a Podcast | Bathroom Break #39 🚽
Podcasting is IN. Are Daniel and Jay a bit biased by that? Yes. But it’s a great way to network with people in your field, pick your brain (or theirs), and learn new things you’ve never even thought about. The secret sauce about podcasting is having guests to draw growth—how do you put yourself out there and find them? Plus, you should aim to do more than audio—lots of creators and brands are also clipping their recordings to put on TikTok and Reels. That’s killing two birds with one stone in terms of content. This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about podcasting—and how it’s changing how we view creators and their brands. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
305 - Customer Acquisition Playbook for 2025 with Joey Steger, VP of Marketing & Ecom at Alen
What do customer acquisition and funnel hacking have in common? You gotta have the latter to do the former—and Joey Steger’s got the guide to do it this year. We’re talking ad spend up and down the funnel. Ideally, you want to spend a lot at the top, but you should also think about how much you’re spending in the middle and at the bottom. Everyone’s different, so you gotta see what percentages work best for your brand. Plus, Joey shares why he uses a network of content creators and why they’re important: they know your product, your brand, and can produce something in a short period of time. All in all, it’s cost effective. But what type of campaign should you run? What does active consideration do in your audience’s minds? And, we share a hard truth: you can’t win with just product attributes these days. So, what does it take to win people over? If you’re looking to level up when it comes to funnel strategy, ROAS, and more, this is the episode for YOU. Follow Joey: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeysteger/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
304 - Guide to Athlete Marketing and Women’s Sports with 9-Time Water Ski Champion Elizabeth Montavon
It’s no secret that athlete marketing is on the rise—and the people behind it are only getting started. This episode’s guest, Elizabeth Montavon, is a pro water skier AND marketing pro. Not only is she a champion, but she and her company Parity aim to empower athletes, their brands, and more. Every athlete has a story to tell. How do you leverage that in an authentic way? And, athlete marketing isn’t all about fancy cars and the hottest clubs. For many athletes (especially women), being vulnerable and sharing realistic content is something that’s becoming more common. How can marketers help them grow their presence even further on social media? Plus, Elizabeth shares some advice for parents with young female athletes. If you’re a sports fan or if your Instagram following tab has a ton of athletes on it, this is the episode for YOU. Follow Elizabeth: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmontavon/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: Hot Take: Clickbait is… | Bathroom Break #38 🚽
Don’t believe the noise: clickbait is GOOD. At least, that’s what Daniel and Jay think. Clickbait often has a bad rap, but it’s just a part of human nature: we want to read things that grab our attention. So, you should definitely lean into it, if you can. What are the best practices? What should you avoid? (Hint: avoid those RE: subject line emails) And, we talk about how having a good hook in your latest LinkedIn video can make or break your engagement rate. Attention is currency and it’s time to stack it. This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about getting your audience’s attention—without compromising quality. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
5 Tips for Buying and Implementing Marketing Tools (Solo Edition)
We’re back with another solo episode—and Daniel is here to give some tips about buying and implementing marketing tools. As an ops person, you gotta know how to streamline your processes without compromising quality. How do you get your team onboard? Really, you should think about marketing the tool internally, so your teammates aren’t taken by surprise. Plus, picking new tools can be a doozy, especially with all the options out there. Don’t get distracted by shiny features—what IS this product actually doing? If you’re a marketer, an ops person, or a manager looking to update your tools this year, this is the episode for YOU. Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

SPECIAL SERIES: Marketing in January (Are you doing a Blue Monday campaign?) | Bathroom Break #37 🚽
Blue Monday—the third Monday of January, where people give up on resolutions—is coming. And it’s time to use it to your advantage. Daniel and Jay talk about how holidays and “fake” holidays are often low hanging fruit when it comes to marketing campaigns, but they’re a great way to stay relevant in your customers’ minds. People are trying to better themselves and it’s time to deliver that relevant content. Plus, Dry January doesn’t have to be sad—use it to your advantage, too. This short ‘n sweet Bathroom Break is all about doing better this month. 🚽 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
303 - How To Start/Scale A Newsletter in 2025 with Matt McGarry, Founder + CEO of GrowLetter
Newsletters are one of the MOST underrated assets for B2B companies. They’re important, they keep your audience engaged, and you don’t even need a ton of resources to get it started. This week’s guest is Matt McGarry, the Newsletter Guy, whose mission is to bring these ideas to life. You need a value prop and template before you start. How long should it be? How should you get feedback from your audience? Don’t forget: consistency is key, and we’re not just talking about the send schedule. If you send to 10, 20, 50 people you know initially, it gives you someone to write to on a regular basis. Also, referrals can help you grow your numbers. Plus, should you repurpose content? The answer is always YES. If you’re looking to start a newsletter but have no idea where to start, this is the episode for YOU. Follow Matt: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-mcgarry/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
6 Underrated Tips to Level Up Your LinkedIn Profile (Solo Edition)
You NEED to be on LinkedIn. It might be cringey or embarrassing for some, but it’s a great way to market yourself, your experience, and your company. Headlines are more than just a Drake song—they’re YOUR first impression. Who are you? Why should others care? Daniel talks about why your URL is important, why it shouldn’t look like a wifi password, and why this detail matters in the long run. Plus, you gotta showcase your wins. Portfolios, articles, popular posts, etc. are all welcome to be on your profile. It’s your time to shine. If you’re looking to clean up your LinkedIn page for 2025 and beyond, this short episode is for YOU. Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
SPECIAL SERIES: Get Into Consumer Mindset for 2025 (Our Thoughts on NYE 🪩) | Bathroom Break #36 🚽
It’s time to get into consumers’ heads as we head into the new year. What are they thinking about? What are they prioritizing? Daniel reminds us about email woes: your unsubscribe button may be more active as a part of people’s New Year’s Resolutions. The solution? We have to double down on educational content. Jay also says not to get discouraged by lower engagement, but get excited about making intentional content. People WANT good content—so, it’s your time to bring it to them. Plus, why does Daniel hate NYE? Does he really just go to bed at 10 PM like an old person? Find out in this short bathroom break. 🚾 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
5 Content Marketing Trends for 2025 (Solo Edition)
Let’s face the truth: boring content does NOT convert. And that’s why serialized content and edutainment are on the rise. Lots of marketers know that marketing is a lot like storytelling and to get customers, you gotta keep them engaged. Is your content bingeworthy? Does it keep them coming back for more? Activating your audience keeps them retained. Plus, Daniel talks about hyperpersonalized AI and what it could mean for email marketing—think email updates in real time, based on how customers interact with your site. If you’re a marketer in a time crunch, this short episode is for YOU. Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
302 - How to Scale an Agency with Tess Voecks, VP of Ops at RicketyRoo
So, you’re looking to scale your agency. Where should you start? According to our guest Tess, it’s project management. How long does it take to do a task? What’s the end goal? What are the touchpoints? For a lot of people, you gotta answer these questions before you can even think about scaling. Plus, we learn about buying back our time or figuring out a better way to manage your team’s time. What parts can you automate so you can make your team work smarter and not harder? And, we’re hearing a lot of talk about agencies charging clients per hour for work—and it doesn’t work like that. Tess explains why per product pricing and charging a flat rate for your services is the key to scaling your agency. If you’re an agency founder or an agency bestie, this is the episode for you. Follow Tess: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tess-voecks-0178a270/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
SPECIAL SERIES: The Most Relevant Trends of 2025 | Bathroom Break #35 🚽
Move over, Spotify Wrapped. Our marketing guys have their 2024 marketing trends review ready to go—plus which trends are going to continue in 2025. Jay reveals he’s actually stressed out about YouTube Shorts. YouTube’s push for short-form content doesn’t fit Jay’s podcast episodes. It’s going to be an uphill battle for longer form content and those looking to get their channels launched. Daniel also thinks short-form content is still having its moment, especially series-based content in both B2B and B2C worlds. Plus, are email templates REALLY dying? What about third party data? Are you Team Tall Socks or Team No Show Socks? Jay and Daniel reveal their allegiances. Find out if you agree or disagree in this short bathroom break. 🚾 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
301 - 2025 Influencer Marketing Trends with Brittany Garth-Freeman
Think influencer marketing is dying? Think again—it’s just getting started. There are huge benefits to involving influencers with your brands: they can be a trusted voice. And as our guest Brittany Garth-Freeman mentions, customers are more likely to trust influencers than companies themselves. How can you properly vet someone to work with you? Does their audience align with your ICP? Plus, we’re talking about trends. There’s more than just the Alix Earles of the world—don’t skip over micro-influencers. (We’re definitely going to see more of them in 2025.) There’s also the Founder influencer profile, and they can offer quality content and promotion, too. We also answer the age-old question: How should you repurpose content for multiple platforms? (Hint: you need to be tailoring it for each one.) If you’re an influencer marketing bestie, or you’re looking to dive into the world of influencer marketing in 2025, this is the episode for YOU. Follow Brittany: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-garth-freeman-a20b15126/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
300 - Starting a Brand from 0️⃣to 1️⃣ with Arielle Spiegel
Starting a brand isn’t easy. Do you need a co-founder? Who’s your target audience? What software and tools do you need to even start? We’ve got marketer and brand expert Arielle Spiegel to answer all of it. The key? Understanding. Understanding yourself, what you can do, who your product is meant for, etc. is a great starting point. And for many people starting a brand, defining your place in the world is also important. Plus, branding is just more than coming up with a solution for consumers: your mission, vision, and values drive your “why” everyday—they’re not just on your “about” page on your website. How can you create something that’s authentic and resonates with your audience? If you’re an entrepreneur, marketing maven, or a brand bestie, this is the episode for YOU. Follow Arielle: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariellespiegel/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
SPECIAL SERIES: Our 2025 Marketing Predictions (I Think Jay May Be a Psychic) | Bathroom Break #34 🚽
2024 is wrapping up and our resident psychics—I mean marketers—give us their 2025 predictions. Daniel’s take? Edutainment is through the ROOF next year. And we’re gonna see a whole lot of it on LinkedIn. Jay predicts podcasting is still on the rise, especially in niche media. With 51% of adults listening to podcasts, there are still more people to capture and 2025 is the year to do it. Plus, is there a direct correlation between playing pickleball and the amount of pickles you eat? Find out if you agree or disagree with Jay and Daniel in this short bathroom break. 🚾 Follow Jay: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/ Podcast: Do This, Not That Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

299 - Turning Customers Into Community with Amy Upchurch, Founder + CEO of Pink Stork
Amy Upchurch, the Founder + CEO of Pink Stork, turned customers into raving fans and a great community—but it didn’t happen overnight. Empathy and putting yourself in your customers’ shoes? That’s the key. Me and Amy talk about how connecting with your customers and knowing who they are and what they want is invaluable. People are willing to share their story, and they want to hear yours, too. How do you interview them correctly without overstepping? How does narrowing your focus help you get responses? Plus, don’t count Facebook and word of mouth out of the marketing question. For many parents and older consumers, Facebook and friends are THE way to hear about new products and gain their trust. How can you leverage this type of connection? If you’re a mom, a grandma, a cool aunt, or a marketer looking to better connect with your audience, this is the episode for you. Wix Studio is the web ultimate platform for creative, fast-paced teams at agencies and enterprises—with smart design tools, flexible dev capabilities, full-stack business solutions, multi-site management, advanced AI and fully managed infrastructure. Visit wixstudio.com to learn more. Follow Amy: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-upchurch-491550a7/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

MARKETING MEDICINE SERIES 👨🏼⚕️| Prescription for Curing Personalization Pains with Carina Pedersen, Sr. Lifestyle Marketing Manager at IPSY | Episode 5
What do you do when you have personalization goals, a ton of first party data, and technical hurdles? Carina Pedersen, Senior Lifecycle Marketing at IPSY, may have a solution: start investing in building up personal marketing campaigns. The way trends are looking, consumers want relevant messaging and it’s up to us to tailor it. What can we do given the data we have? Plus, we talk about marketing automation platforms and how to leverage them. What’s the structure going to be? How do you make sure it’s going to be successful when you launch it? Like this episode? Visit iterable.com/tmm for additional videos and resources we've prescribed to help relieve your pain points. Follow Carina: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carinampedersen/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com

298 - How to Think About Digital Events in 2025 with Kristen Koenig
What are both B2B and B2C companies realizing? Even though many people are getting back together in-person, it’s still important to build community through online events. This week’s guest is Kristen Koenig, an expert event and engagement marketer who lives, eats, and breathes online events. Ever since COVID threw a wrench into everyone’s plans, there have been a ton of challenges—including whether the live events and online events should display the same content. (Hint: you need to optimize your content based on your delivery method.) How do you keep people engaged and make meaningful connections if they’re not in the room with you? Plus, we talk about authenticity. There’s literally nothing worse than a marketer who isn’t genuine. So, how do you show your personality and make your event fun? If you’re an event marketer, webinar junkie, or looking to up your marketing game, this is the episode for YOU. Wix Studio is the web ultimate platform for creative, fast-paced teams at agencies and enterprises—with smart design tools, flexible dev capabilities, full-stack business solutions, multi-site management, advanced AI and fully managed infrastructure. Visit wixstudio.com to learn more. Follow Kristen: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristennkoenig/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com