

AI-Driven Marketer: Master Practical AI Marketing Skills
Dan Sanchez
Practical AI for real marketers. Tools, workflows, and honest conversations to help you move faster, build better, and stay human in the age of AI.
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Nov 10, 2025 • 45min
The Practical Path to Authority: How Real Experts Earn Influence
Curious about becoming a thought leader? Discover the 30-30-30 blueprint: read 30 books, interview 30 experts, and publish 30 pieces of content. Learn why selecting a niche topic is crucial and how reading first enhances interviews. Explore the dynamics of audio vs. written content and find effective ways to share your learning journey. Plus, uncover techniques for leveraging Google to discover popular topics and measuring your authority through inbound interest.

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Nov 9, 2025 • 19min
Be a Student If You Want to Lead (Even If You're Already an Expert)
In a landscape flooded with self-proclaimed experts, embracing the role of a student can truly set you apart. Skepticism around online authority is rising, driven by AI's influence. Publicly documenting your learning fosters genuine trust and authority. Real expertise is cultivated through humble inquiry and sharing knowledge with others. Looking to successful figures like Michael Hyatt can provide a roadmap for building credibility while continuously learning. This refreshing approach encourages curiosity and reduces doubt in your expertise.

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Nov 8, 2025 • 19min
As Chaos Grows Learn to Lead Through the Noise
Dan and Ken dive into the cringe-worthy yet essential topic of thought leadership in the AI era. They discuss how to redefine authority with authenticity while cutting through the noise of content overload. The duo argues for the importance of clarity and presents a practical four-step path to becoming a trusted voice. They emphasize the necessity of earning expertise before claiming authority and suggest adopting a student mindset to share genuine experiences. Tune in for insights into navigating the chaotic landscape of AI-driven marketing!

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Nov 7, 2025 • 36min
The Secret AI Power Hiding Inside Google Sheets
Explore the game-changing AI features of Google Sheets that are reshaping marketing tasks. Discover how the Gemini tool automates spreadsheet data entry, offering tangible examples like transforming complex tables. Delve into the potential pitfalls of AI, including its occasional missteps in data retrieval. Uncover clever uses for AI in drafting emails, analyzing communication, and even turning podcasts into book chapters. Plus, hear about AI's capability to demystify complicated documents and reduce expenses, empowering users like never before.

Nov 6, 2025 • 41min
Your Unfair Advantage AI Can't Fake
Discover how your core values can give you an edge over AI in marketing! Learn why these values are essential in differentiating yourself in a world flooded with AI-generated content. Hear about personal journeys that illustrate the power of values and get a practical framework for identifying your own. Ken and Dan emphasize the importance of storytelling in conveying your values and share methods to audit your life for authenticity. Uncover powerful narratives that can resonate and make a lasting impact on your audience.

Nov 5, 2025 • 35min
The Age of Artificial Authority (& How to Stand Out In It)
Dan Sanchez and Ken Freire discuss the challenge of standing out in a sea of AI-generated content. They delve into how personality can differentiate genuine voices from polished AI outputs. Insights on maintaining authenticity while leveraging AI tools are shared, including the use of voice prompting for personal touch. The duo emphasizes the importance of lived experience over imitation and explores how trust and core values shape buying decisions. Creativity is framed as a joyful pursuit, urging marketers to use AI as a tool, not a replacement.

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Nov 4, 2025 • 31min
60% of Jobs Are Exposed to AI (Don't Be In One) #OwnTheShow
The conversation delves into the alarming reality that over 60% of jobs in advanced economies may be disrupted by AI. Marketers and knowledge workers face particular risks, prompting a call to embrace AI and future-proof careers. With a focus on lean business models and the rise of solopreneurs, the hosts explore how AI can empower individuals. They emphasize the irreplaceable human traits that give a competitive edge, the importance of authentic thought leadership, and the value of mentorship in navigating a rapidly changing landscape.

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Nov 3, 2025 • 25min
The 4-Step System That Turns Any Workflow Into an AI Powerhouse
Discover how to elevate your marketing game by mastering process development! Learn a powerful four-step framework: Analyze, Optimize, Standardize, Mechanize. Hear how one creative used this system to slash a 45-minute podcast pre-production task to just five minutes. Uncover tips for crafting clear instructions and color-coding to streamline AI workflows. Plus, find out how even free users can benefit from ChatGPT Projects. This insightful discussion is your roadmap to doubling productivity with AI!

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Oct 31, 2025 • 24min
The Rise of Gemini: How Google is Gaining Ground in the AI Race
Explore Google's rapid advancements in AI with the rise of Gemini, which impressively outperforms ChatGPT in converting transcripts into newsletters. Discover the smarter, more reliable NotebookLM for research, and check out the free Vibe coding tool poised to revolutionize app development. The discussion heats up around Google's integrated ecosystem and its strategic advantages in the AI landscape, while Dan and Travis debate the future of AI competition between Google and ChatGPT. Plus, get inspired by a viral AI marketing campaign that creatively turned reviews into horror films!

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Oct 29, 2025 • 12min
Inject AI Into Your Entire Workflow With ChatGPT's Atlas Browser
Discover the revolutionary capabilities of ChatGPT's Atlas browser! It enhances your marketing by offering micro, page, and workflow contexts. Learn how to refine LinkedIn posts seamlessly, co-write in Google Docs with real-time assistance, and evaluate products while shopping. Dan shares practical examples that streamline workflows across multiple sources. He also addresses important security considerations, ensuring you use Atlas wisely. Tune in for insights that could transform your marketing strategy!


