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The Relationship Acquisition Model: Rethink Your Customer Acquisition Strategy with Gord Vickman

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Dec 19, 2024
Gord Vickman, the podcast network manager for Strategic Coach, shares insights from his transition from radio to the booming podcasting world. He discusses the flaws in traditional advertising strategies and champions the value of relationship-building over mere transactions. Vickman highlights how AI can enhance efficiency and content creation but also poses ethical concerns. Packed with humor and personal anecdotes, he emphasizes nurturing audience connections as the key to long-term business growth.
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ANECDOTE

Radio's Decline

  • Gord Vickman observed radio conglomerates firing employees to increase profitability, resulting in individuals handling multiple roles.
  • This led to a decline in talent and the hiring of C-list celebrities instead of developing talent from smaller markets.
INSIGHT

Shifting Demographics

  • Radio ad revenue plummeted because target demographics shifted online, impacting the industry's ability to hire competent talent.
  • Marketers now prioritize online platforms like Google, TikTok, and Instagram over radio for reaching target audiences.
INSIGHT

Radio Listenership vs. Purchases

  • Despite claims of young people listening to the radio, their purchasing habits suggest otherwise.
  • The lack of ROI from radio ads indicates that listeners are not engaging with advertised products as they once did.
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