AI-Driven Marketer: Master AI Marketing To Stand Out In 2025

In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, where AI meets marketing mastery. I'm your host Dan Sanchez, and today, we're joined by Marc Angelos, a seasoned expert in finance, marketing, and technology.In this episode, we look to the past to bring clarity to the future of AI. We talk about the early financial markets, crypto, the Dotcom bust, and the social media revolution to get insights into the next few years.We'll explore the convergence of sales and marketing, the evolving role of marketers, and the importance of upskilling in AI. Tune in for actionable insights on how to navigate the AI-driven disruptions in marketing, maintain authenticity, and leverage AI for better relationships and efficiency.Timestamps:00:00 Studying past markets reveals insights into crypto.05:46 AI extends burn rate, making startups sustainable.07:16 Market crash will lead to company acquisitions.10:53 Continued innovation in marketing, with focus on AI.15:38 Pat Flynn was a self-proclaimed crash test dummy.16:34 30 30 30 plan for thought leadership19:49 AI automations agency facilitates small business consultancy.23:42 Decline in authenticity raises value of trust.27:15 Smell detector, CEO Dick Fuld, Lehman Brothers.30:33 Tech companies shifting roles to integrate AI.32:32 Future marketers need technology skills and strategy.38:05 How can AI build better customer relationships?41:48 Uncertain future, acceleration, small players leading innovation.43:18 In AI world, live content is crucial.47:14 Future podcast episode on AI sources and marketing.

Host Dan Sanchez discusses the creation of a custom GPT named Copilot for personal and professional use. Copilot serves as a versatile tool for querying documents like business plans and resumes. The episode provides insights into the development and value of this AI tool in daily marketing work.

In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez and Marc Angelos dive into the fascinating world of AI in marketing, tackle multiple AI news items and discuss its impact on marketing. Timestamps:00:00 AI in the sky: exploring AI's impact.05:36 CEO should lead company-wide AI implementation.08:38 AI transformation in marketing leads whole organization.11:37 Building custom GPT, feeling similar to marketing ops.13:35 Marketing professionals need to study AI integration.17:01 AI's impact on content and book relevance.21:54 Struggling to soundproof a studio, book disappointment.23:32 Desire to use AI to enhance content.28:57 Podcast to book, adapting to AI changes.31:03 Potential danger in creating a book unnecessarily.37:18 People prefer authentic communication over polished content.40:07 Developing consistent, unique brand personality for success.41:37 YouTube thumbnails must feature logo and face.44:40 Seeking feedback on potential recurring segment format.

In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, where we sharpen your marketing edge with the power of AI. I'm Dan Sanchez, and today we've got Marc Thomas from Podia joining us to break down how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing customer research.We'll explore Marc's strategies for mining rich customer data, the role AI plays in parsing through vast quantities of user feedback, and how these insights power marketing decisions. Marc's hands-on experience at Podia, dealing with data from hundreds of thousands of users, will shed light on the real-world challenges and triumphs of AI-enhanced marketing.Resources Mentioned: Typeform: https://www.typeform.com  Hotjar: https://www.hotjar.com  Iterate: https://iteratehq.com Fireflies: https://fireflies.ai Zapier: https://zapier.com Coda: https://coda.io Notion: https://www.notion.so HubSpot: https://www.hubspot.com Knownwell: https://knownwell.com/ Dovetail: https://dovetailapp.com Cast Magic: https://castmagic.io Marc Thomas's course 'Positive Human': https://positivehuman.coTimestamps:00:00 Managing diverse customer insights poses common challenge.04:09 Work tools centralized in Google Drive and Slack.07:10 Google Drive makes files easy to find.11:13 Using AI to improve customer research summary.13:18 AI excels at tasks, improves efficiency massively.16:40 Update spreadsheet, create record, store in folder.21:43 Semi-manual research, active and always ongoing. Weekly reports.26:19 Cite title, check accuracy, interpret data, debate.27:51 AI: Improving collaboration and customer research.31:04 Technological improvements to gather and apply data.36:07 Summary: Summarizing small text chunks improves quality.38:35 Data overload, need concise summaries for improvement.

In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez discusses the behind-the-scenes workings of his custom AI GPT called "NameFrame" and how it can assist marketers in generating creative names for websites, apps, companies, and podcasts. He dissects the step-by-step process of building the GPT, specifically highlighting the importance of clear, specific instructions and the power of providing examples to guide the AI's output. If you're keen on learning how to harness the potential of custom GPTs and delve into the world of AI-driven marketing, this episode is a must-listen.Timestamps:00:00 Desire to master AI for marketing transformation.03:48 Author reflects on past experiences with naming.07:59 Live segment beta testing, naming AI show.10:39 Identifying idioms in rhymes generates lengthy lists.14:23 Effective method for custom GPT: specialize and simplify.16:08 Highly specific step-by-step instructions for an intern.20:22 Refining process, iterations to reach desired outcome.23:58 Creating custom GPTs can automate many processes.

In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez interviews Greg Wasserman about the Castmagic platform on this episode of AI Microskills. They discuss Castmagic's pioneering role in repurposing content through AI, offering extensive tools for podcasters and beyond, such as transcript generation and content enhancement. Listeners will learn about Castmagic's diverse use cases, from coaching to church services, and its community-driven approach to sharing knowledge and applications. Timestamps:00:00 Tool for sharing AI content with control.05:25 Producing podcast content was time-consuming and tedious.06:35 Cast Magic enables rapid podcast turnaround times.12:24 Podcasting use case, customized prompts for calls.13:38 Efficient content creation saved time for writers.16:50 Early movers on app; competitors duplicating, falling behind.21:15 Recording highlighted underutilization of magic chat, overuse of modify button and AI input.23:18 Chat GPT executes deep, diverse prompts effortlessly.27:02 Automating research and content repurposing for outreach.30:16 Content generates questions, aiding engagement and branding.36:12 Leveraging content for inspiration and time management.37:31 Expanding customer-only slack to public soon. Workshop offered.

Exploring the emotional spectrum towards AI in marketing, from excitement to fear. Embracing the technological shift and challenges of AI. Encouraging active learning and a growth mindset for marketers to lead in the AI era.

In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez delves into the intriguing intersection of AI and music with Dr. Maya Ackerman, CEO and co-founder of WaveAI. They explore how AI is not just infiltrating every aspect of our lives but is also revolutionizing the music industry by transforming the songwriting process. From foundational machine learning to computational creativity, Dr. Ackerman shares her journey from academia to entrepreneurship, highlighting how her personal experiences and challenges in songwriting led to the creation of WaveAI's groundbreaking tools, LyricStudio and MelodyStudio. Discover how these AI-driven platforms empower musicians, enabling them to create music more efficiently and expressively. This conversation sheds light on the ethical considerations, the future of AI in music, and the balance between technology and human creativity.Episode Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to the transformative role of AI in music with Dr. Maya Ackerman.01:01 - Dr. Ackerman's journey from academic research to pioneering AI in music.04:32 - Understanding how LyricStudio and MelodyStudio work and their unique approach to aiding musicians.06:22 - The non-invasive, artist-centric design philosophy behind WaveAI's products.08:05 - The training processes and creative foundation of WaveAI's AI models.10:18 - The role of 'hallucinations' or creative freedom in AI's music composition.13:20 - Addressing the challenges and limitations musicians face with AI.17:22 - Success stories and the transformative impact of WaveAI's tools on musicians.19:57 - Advice for musicians skeptical about integrating AI into their workflow.22:12 - How to get started with WaveAI's tools, and the accessibility of LyricStudio and MelodyStudio.

Discover how Dan Sanchez shares his journey of mastering AI and building a personal AI writer to mimic his writing style using LinkedIn data. Explore the steps of exporting data, creating a writing style guide, and generating an outline. Learn how to train your own AI to write like you and boost your productivity.

Discover how to revolutionize marketing with 'Living Buyer Personas' using AI integration in Slack/Teams. Dive into the challenges, applications, and future visions of this cutting-edge approach. Explore the power of custom GPT models for enriched buyer personas and the potential for AI to enhance customer service and marketing strategies.