
 Ahead of the Game
 Ahead of the Game Understanding Your Audience with Rand Fishkin
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 Mar 22, 2024  Marketing expert Rand Fishkin discusses the state of marketing in 2024, the creation of SparkToro, personal branding issues, and the balance between human and AI in marketing. Learn what 10-year-old Rand wanted to be when he grew up and how human empathy is crucial in content creation and marketing strategies. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 4min 
 The Evolution of Social Media Networks and Consumer Trends 
 03:49 • 18min 
 Understanding the Significance of Audience Analysis in Marketing Strategy 
 21:22 • 4min 
 Understanding Audience Mindsets and Data-Driven Marketing Strategies 
 25:25 • 8min 
 Navigating the Complexities of Word-of-Mouth Marketing 
 33:21 • 19min 
 Importance of Human Empathy in Content Creation and Marketing Strategies 
 52:39 • 3min 
 Embracing Purposeful Work to Combat Mental Health Struggles 
 55:29 • 8min 

