Erik Jacobson

Dave Gerhardt, founder of Exit Five, and Erik Jacobson, founder of Hatch.fm, explore the power of a B2B content flywheel. They dive into building effective content strategies, emphasizing feedback and collaboration. Discover how to create engaging content for platforms like LinkedIn and the value of newsletters in driving community engagement. The duo also discusses the evolving role of social media in B2B marketing, pondering whether X/Twitter remains relevant. Join them for actionable insights to elevate your content game!

In this conversation, Erik Jacobson, an expert from Hatch specializing in YouTube strategies for B2B companies, reveals why YouTube is the ultimate marketing channel. He discusses how many B2B firms mismanage their YouTube presence, the vital differences between merely uploading videos and executing a comprehensive strategy, and the importance of thumbnails and titles over video production quality. With insights on leveraging YouTube's algorithm and fostering authenticity, Erik shares how marketers can genuinely engage new audiences and drive real business results.

Chris Walker is the CEO of Passetto and Chairman of Refine Labs, while Erik Jacobson is the CEO of Hatch. They dive into building a content engine tailored for Dark Social in 2024. Key discussions include how organic social media drives marketing success, the advantages of live events for boosting engagement, and effective content creation strategies. They also explore using AI to streamline the content process and emphasize the importance of companies creating their own podcasts for brand visibility.