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Valuable Friction [Special Episode] (455)

Nov 22, 2024

Dive into the transformative shifts in marketing over the past 25 years, with a focus on the impact of generative AI. Discover the idea of 'valuable friction' and how it can enhance creativity amidst pressures for efficiency. Explore the stagnation many marketers feel and how embracing challenges can foster deeper connections. The discussion navigates the evolving relationship between AI and content creation, emphasizing the need for human creativity in this tech-driven landscape.

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Quick takeaways

Marketers must embrace 'valuable friction' to foster creativity and critical thinking amidst the rapid automation trends driven by generative AI.

The role of marketers is evolving into 'managers of meaning,' emphasizing the need for emotional narratives and authentic audience connections in a data-driven landscape.

Deep dives

The Changing Landscape of Marketing

The podcast discusses the transformative impact of recent technological innovations on the marketing landscape over the past 25 years, emphasizing the evolution from broadband and search engines to mobile computing and now generative AI. These advancements have significantly altered the way marketers operate, pushing them to adapt to new tools and strategies suited to a rapidly shifting environment. While those with a long history in marketing may recall times without these technologies, new entrants are immersed in a landscape shaped by these innovations. In this context, the speaker highlights the challenge of redefining marketing practices and embracing new methodologies to thrive in a future dominated by AI.

Intro

11min

The Stagnation of Marketing and the Role of Generative AI

9min

Embracing Valuable Friction for Creative Growth

5min

Navigating AI in Marketing Content

16min

Evolving Human Roles in the Age of Generative AI

3min

A special This Old Marketing podcast episode featuring the one and only Robert Rose (with no Joe Pulizzi).

In this special solo episode, Robert takes a deep dive into the state of marketing as we approach the end of 2024. As marketers, we’ve spent the last 25 years adapting to paradigm-shifting technologies — from the internet and social media to mobile computing. But now, we’re navigating the latest disruptor: Generative AI.

Robert explores the concept of "Valuable Friction," the deliberate resistance that slows us down, fostering critical thinking and creativity. In an industry obsessed with efficiency and automation, are we losing the joy and creativity that make marketing truly impactful? This episode challenges the status quo and asks: Are we outsourcing our human spark to technology, or are we using it to amplify our creative potential?

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