

Do This, NOT That: Marketing Tips with Jay Schwedelson l Presented By Marigold
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Welcome to "Do This, NOT That!" - your ultimate destination for mastering marketing insights. Join us as we dive deep into the world of marketing, unlocking powerful strategies and game-changing tactics that will revolutionize your approach.
Our podcast offers actionable takeaways and practical advice to supercharge your marketing game. Explore the power of decision-making, the art of nurturing contacts, and the influence of loss aversion in marketing. Discover how anchoring and positive psychology can elevate your campaigns to new heights.
Unravel the secrets of understanding your audience's minds and tapping into behavioral science principles. We guide you on a journey to marketing mastery, empowering you to make the right decisions and drive remarkable results.
Tune in to "Do This, NOT That!" to unlock your full marketing potential, stay ahead in the competitive landscape, and embark on this thrilling marketing adventure with us!
MASSIVE thank you to our Sponsor, https://meetmarigold.com/ (Marigold)!!
Marigold is a relationship marketing platform designed to help you acquire new customers and turn them into superfans with their best-in-class loyalty solutions. Don’t take my word for it though, American Airlines, Honeybaked Ham, Title Boxing, and Notre Dame University are also customers!
Regardless of your size, check out Marigold today to get the solution you need to grow your business!
Our podcast offers actionable takeaways and practical advice to supercharge your marketing game. Explore the power of decision-making, the art of nurturing contacts, and the influence of loss aversion in marketing. Discover how anchoring and positive psychology can elevate your campaigns to new heights.
Unravel the secrets of understanding your audience's minds and tapping into behavioral science principles. We guide you on a journey to marketing mastery, empowering you to make the right decisions and drive remarkable results.
Tune in to "Do This, NOT That!" to unlock your full marketing potential, stay ahead in the competitive landscape, and embark on this thrilling marketing adventure with us!
MASSIVE thank you to our Sponsor, https://meetmarigold.com/ (Marigold)!!
Marigold is a relationship marketing platform designed to help you acquire new customers and turn them into superfans with their best-in-class loyalty solutions. Don’t take my word for it though, American Airlines, Honeybaked Ham, Title Boxing, and Notre Dame University are also customers!
Regardless of your size, check out Marigold today to get the solution you need to grow your business!
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Sep 15, 2025 • 13min
😂 SPECIAL==>Funniest, Sweating in a Waymo! ➕ Winning on Reddit 🚗 <== | BATHROOM Break #73 COLLAB: The Marketing Millennials + Do This, Not That
In a hilarious ride through a Waymo, Daniel Murray, host of The Marketing Millennials, and Jay Schwedelson dive into the untapped marketing treasure that is Reddit. They discuss how Reddit allows marketers to capture genuine conversations and trends, highlighting the need for authenticity. With tips on clever Google searches for Reddit threads, they demonstrate how to turn user-generated content into powerful marketing strategies. Plus, they explore the unexpected benefits of choosing Waymo over traditional rides. Humor meets insight in this engaging chat!

8 snips
Sep 12, 2025 • 12min
This is WORKING! Apple Mail Tip Nobody Knows Yet! 🤫🤫 The Bachelorette is From Secret Lives of Mormon Wives!?? Jay’s SCOOP | Ep. 411
Discover how Apple’s Mail app can transform your email strategy with priority placements that boost open rates by 28%. Learn the right tweaks for subject lines that get your promotions noticed, like using words such as 'confirmation' and 'approval.' Enjoy some humorous insights into marketing blunders, including the pitfalls of poorly placed QR codes. Plus, get the scoop on current pop culture with a look at reality TV's ups and downs and a candy trademark controversy, all while gearing up for an exciting virtual conference!

Sep 12, 2025 • 22min
AI is a Good for Humanity! w/USATODAY Best Selling Author! 🎯 Jeff Burningham | Ep. 410
In this engaging conversation, Jeff Burningham, a USATODAY Best Selling Author and serial entrepreneur, shares his refreshing optimism about AI. He discusses how AI can be a mirror for human transformation, pushing us to build deeper relationships and live more intentionally. Jeff's personal journey, including a pivotal trip to Varanasi, illustrates the importance of self-reflection. He advocates for stepping back from technology to foster creativity and argues that a wise humanity can harness AI for a hopeful, art-filled future.

7 snips
Sep 10, 2025 • 12min
Ask Us ANYTHING!! 🧪How to Convince Your Boss to TEST! ➕Got Pooped on by a Bird 💩 | Ep. 409
Learn how to persuade your boss to embrace testing by framing it as an insurance policy against competition. Discover the concept of a 'laboratory environment' that eases the resistance to new strategies. Enjoy a funny tale about a bird dive-bombing during a shopping trip that leads to reflections on public etiquette, especially the art of returning shopping carts. Plus, get insights into using AI for competitive analysis that can convince executives of the need for innovation.

21 snips
Sep 8, 2025 • 11min
SPECIAL SERIES ==> Stop Freaking Out Over Unsubscribes 🚫 <== | BATHROOM Break #72 COLLAB: The Marketing Millennials + Do This, Not That
This podcast blends parenting and marketing with humor. The hosts share funny anecdotes about new fatherhood while tackling the stress of email unsubscribes, especially during the busy Q4 season. They discuss how AI impacts newsletter tone and how to keep subscribers engaged. Personal hygiene rules for baby visitors provide comic relief, reminding listeners of the chaos of parenthood. It's a chaotic yet reassuring mix of dad life and savvy marketing tips.

14 snips
Sep 5, 2025 • 11min
3 WORDS That Can BOOST Your Engagement 60% 🚀 Airport People Movers Are Not Rides! Jay’s SCOOP | Ep. 407
Discover how the first word of your subject line can dramatically influence engagement rates. Fresh data reveals the power of strategic word choices on platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram. Learn about compelling openers that boost responses, including surprising words that can increase email opens. Jay also discusses urgency tactics that drive sales emails effectively. Finally, find out why the first few seconds can make or break your audience engagement, using engaging analogies to illustrate key points.

12 snips
Sep 4, 2025 • 33min
👋 Pretty Little Marketer 600k Community! FOUNDER: Sophie Miller Unpacks the Blueprint to REAL Community!| Ep. 406
Sophie Miller, founder of Pretty Little Marketers, shares her journey of transforming a simple Instagram page into a thriving community of marketers. She reveals how a moment of overwhelm at university ignited her passion. Discover her secrets for leveraging LinkedIn effectively and the importance of creating a ‘shared space’ for community growth. Sophie also discusses her newsletter strategy, emphasizing curation over original content to keep readers engaged. A must-listen for anyone looking to build connections in the digital marketing world!

14 snips
Sep 3, 2025 • 11min
How to Spend $1000 to Massively Grow Your Email List! | Ep. 405
Discover how to supercharge your email list with just $1,000! Jay Schwedelson dives into effective social media strategies, advocating for Instagram Reels ads over LinkedIn. He explores Reddit's new lead generation options and how they can cut costs. On a lighter note, he shares his love for a Netflix sitcom that feels like a comforting escape, while also touching on the frustrations of streaming platforms and bad reality TV casting. This mix of actionable marketing tips and entertaining pop culture insights is not to be missed!

Sep 2, 2025 • 7min
What’s Up THIS WEEK: Reddit Ad NEWS! Bad TV! And more 😂 | Ep. 404
Exciting changes are afoot in the ad world with Reddit's new lead generation ads, allowing smoother conversions and better cost efficiency. Dive into the quirky realm of prediction markets where bets on celebrity engagements are the latest craze. Plus, discover the thrill of Peacock joining Amazon Prime and a guilty-pleasure TV show about plastic surgery reversals that will have you both intrigued and entertained. It's a whirlwind of marketing tips and pop culture insights!

8 snips
Sep 1, 2025 • 12min
SPECIAL SERIES ==> Public Speaking Secrets! (These WORK!) <== | BATHROOM Break #71 COLLAB: The Marketing Millennials + Do This, Not That
Public speaking can be both thrilling and nerve-wracking. Jay and Daniel share raw tips to prepare for any audience, from Zoom calls to large conferences. They discuss the importance of practicing in noisy environments and using word cues instead of rote memorization. The duo emphasizes avoiding boring agenda slides and trimming down talks to maintain engagement. Personal experiences with anxiety are shared, revealing unique ways to stay relaxed and energized before hitting the stage.