Marketing Speak

Is your brand suffering from an identity crisis? It could be costing you millions. In this eye-opening conversation, branding expert and existential marketing therapist Mordy Oberstein breaks down how brands lose their audience, not from bad design, but from disconnecting from their core identity. He shares insights on how to unify brand and performance marketing, discusses how Jaguar and Wix mishandled brand pivots, and what Coca-Cola got right in their recent redemption arc. If you’re a business leader, CMO, or agency pro looking to build a brand that resonates (and converts), this one’s a must-listen. Tune in! 🎧 The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at marketingspeak.com/498.

Mike Zeller, a seasoned entrepreneur and author of The Genius Within, shares his transformative journey from losing $1M to pioneering trauma-informed leadership. He discusses the combined power of biohacking and emotional healing for peak performance. Key insights include the neuroscience behind trauma's impact on business, the benefits of NAD optimization for energy, and innovative approaches like psychedelic-assisted therapy. Zeller emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and morning rituals in enhancing productivity and creativity.

🔍 Google has shifted from link-based metrics to complex brand signals and user intent. In Marketing Speak, Dr. Pete Meyers, Principal Innovation Architect at Moz, reveals why some sites seem immune to algorithm updates while others struggle. With his decade-long MozCast data, he explains how brand authority has become increasingly critical in 2025's SEO landscape. His research shows that sites with aligned brand signals are cushioned from updates like helpful content, while those with mismatched metrics face penalties. Listen now to understand the deeper patterns shaping search success beyond basic optimization tactics. 🎧 The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at marketingspeak.com/496.

Tiago Forte, a global authority on productivity and knowledge management, shares powerful insights on enhancing creativity and organization. He introduces the PARA method, a strategic framework for managing digital information that helps alleviate overwhelm. Tiago discusses the role of intuition in decision-making and the importance of mindfulness. He also addresses the challenges entrepreneurs face in a changing landscape and offers advice on finding purpose beyond work. Daily meditation, digital serendipity, and personal anecdotes make for an engaging exploration!

Are you still doing SEO like it's 2005? 🤔 In this episode of Marketing Speak, I sat down with Eli Schwartz, a pioneering SEO strategist who has transformed the search strategies of industry giants like WordPress, Coinbase, and Shutterstock. Eli shares his groundbreaking perspective on why traditional keyword-focused SEO is becoming obsolete in the age of AI and how understanding genuine user intent has become the cornerstone of successful search strategy.  Through compelling examples and real-world case studies, he reveals why companies like Amazon dominate search not through keyword optimization, but by building products that truly serve user needs. The conversation delves deep into practical approaches for validating whether SEO makes sense for your business model, exploring innovative content angles that capture specific market niches, and implementing scalable, programmatic SEO solutions that drive real results.  Whether you're struggling with traditional SEO approaches or seeking to build a more robust search strategy, Eli's framework for product-led SEO provides a clear path forward in an increasingly complex digital landscape. His discussion of how AI is reshaping search behavior and why mid-funnel optimization is crucial will help you stay ahead of industry trends and adapt your strategy accordingly. Tune in now! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at marketingspeak.com/494.

In a captivating discussion, Dan Sullivan, a visionary entrepreneur and founder of Strategic Coach, unpacks how our minds shape narratives and the importance of self-awareness in achieving success. He emphasizes the necessity of slowing down amidst rapid technological change and dives into Plato's allegory of the cave, revealing the search for truth. Dan also explores the power of honesty in overcoming personal hurdles, teamwork in achieving goals, and the impactful intersection of human thought and AI. A must-listen for entrepreneurs!

🚀 AI is not here to replace you—it’s here to replace those who don’t use it. Businesses that fail to integrate AI-driven solutions into their workflow are at risk of losing a competitive edge. In the latest Marketing Speak episode, Lior Weinstein, serial entrepreneur & fractional CTO, reveals how companies can future-proof operations, streamline efficiency, and replace outdated SaaS with custom AI solutions. Discover how AI agents can: ✅ Automate meetings & workflow ✅ Optimize business operations for speed & cost-efficiency ✅ Replace costly SaaS tools with in-house AI solutions This episode is a must-listen if you want to stay ahead of the curve.  Tune in now! 🎧 The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at marketingspeak.com/492.

From selling toys at flea markets with his last £20 to building multiple million-dollar businesses, losing it all, and rebuilding again - this Marketing Speak episode with Peter Sage reveals the mindset secrets that turn business challenges into opportunities for growth. Peter is an accomplished entrepreneur, author, and transformational educator with a wealth of experience. He has built over twenty companies and advised top global entities like Google and NASA. He dives deep into the essence of lasting mindset change, a journey he furthered during his 15 years working with Tony Robbins. He also recounts his surprising imprisonment and how he embraced it as an opportunity to serve others, which led to his impactful book, The Inside Track. This episode unfolds like a riveting movie as we discuss the profound lessons learned from adversity, the importance of emotional maturity, and the universal quest for growth and cooperation. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at marketingspeak.com/491.

When Cyrus Shepard took a $15/hour job as a Google quality rater, he discovered something fascinating: Google's recent updates aren't actually about "helpful content" - they're about eliminating over-optimized websites, even when they provide valuable information. In this illuminating Marketing Speak episode, the former Moz SEO lead explains why traditional optimization tactics are becoming toxic and how to adapt. Drawing from his experience analyzing thousands of websites through recent updates, Shepard shares why brand authority has become the new key to SEO success and why even small companies can build enough brand recognition to protect themselves from algorithm updates. Most importantly, he reveals what's actually working in 2025 - and it's not what most SEO experts are teaching. If you're wondering why your traffic has plateaued or dropped despite following best practices, this episode is a must-listen! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at marketingspeak.com/490.

The difference between a story that sells and a fortune-less fable? Purpose. In this game-changing Marketing Speak episode, Caroline Onyedinma reveals how she transitioned from translating complex tech concepts in corporate boardrooms to helping experts transform their everyday experiences into million-dollar messages. After nearly two decades in software development, Caroline cracked the code on something even more valuable than programming languages: the ability to turn any moment - from breakfast conversations at the Burj Al Arab to supermarket shopping decisions - into stories that drive consistent 6-7 figure revenue. Discover her unique approach, which combines the Story-Sway-CTA framework to turn mundane moments into magnetic content and attract and convert "deluxe lurkers" (7-8 figure decision makers who silently consume your content). Ready to transform your expertise into stories that sell? Tune in to learn how to build your own story bank that converts while you sleep! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist for this episode, are at marketingspeak.com/489.