

Riding the AI Wave
Key Takeaways for Marketers
The podcast unveils critical insights about AI's role in modern marketing:
- Democratizing Opportunity: AI is a great equalizer, allowing creators at all levels to solve big business problems and elevate their organizational reputation.
- Expanding, Not Replacing: The goal is to use AI to expand thinking, not just confirm existing ideas. As Catherine Richards provocatively suggests, imagine approaching marketing like stand-up comedy - using AI to get closer to your audience and create emotionally resonant content.
- Strategic Implementation: Only 20-21% of companies are truly implementing AI beyond pilot projects. This presents a significant opportunity for forward-thinking marketers to gain a competitive edge.
- Risk Management: Successful AI adoption requires:
Practical Advice for AI Adoption
The guests recommend four key strategies:
- Learn Strategically: Understand which tools can improve creativity and efficiency
- Stand Out: Use AI to increase visibility and disrupt traditional processes
- Create Solutions: Move beyond simple task automation to strategic problem-solving
- Amplify Success: Showcase AI's impact internally and externally
Show Notes Links:
- Expera Consulting Website
- Ride the Wave Workshop Page
- Jasper's State of AI in Marketing Study
- Catherine and Bob's Blog Post: "It's Complicated"
- Omni Human Video Generation Technology
Reach out to us on LinkedIn
Yadin Porter de Leon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porterdeleon/
Suzanne Ambiel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-ambiel-a77807/
Jessica Hreha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicahreha/
Michelle Moore: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-moore-sfbay/
Maila Ruggiero: https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-ai-la-ruggiero-b5132817a/
Contact the show
yadin@techvillagemedia.com
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