In this episode, Eric Siu chats with Seth Godin about what truly makes great marketing—creating meaningful stories and focusing on long-term success. Seth shares why understanding your audience is key and talks about his love for writing and how books can make a real impact. This conversation will inspire you to think bigger and aim higher.

Watch the full interview here.

Get a copy of Seth Godin's newest book: "This is Strategy."

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

(00:00) Understanding Modern Marketing Misconceptions
(02:52) The Philosophy of Strategy
(05:47) The Importance of Focus in Marketing
(09:04) Games and Infinite Play in Business
(11:57) Empathy and Its Role in Strategy
(14:47) Navigating Systems in Business
(18:05) The Power of Time in Strategy
(21:00) Generosity and Authenticity in Business
(23:50) The Strategy Behind Book Publishing
(29:10) The Journey of Writing and Its Impact
(31:35) The Birth of Email Marketing
(35:48) The Importance of Focus in Business
(39:55) Understanding Long-Term Games
(43:45) The Transformative Power of AI
(48:34) Education and the Need for Change Agents
(49:58) Mastering the Art of Storytelling
(53:50) The Balance Between Hustle and Patience

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