
Distribution First
Welcome to Distribution First. The show where we flip content marketing on its head and focus on what happens after you hit publish. Each week, I share playbooks, motivation, stories, and strategies to help you repurpose and distribute your content. Because you deserve to get the most out of everything you create.
Latest episodes

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Jul 30, 2024 • 46min
How to 10x Your "Old" Content Into Something Brand New w/ Ali Schwanke [Best Of]
Ali Schwanke, an expert in content transformation and engagement strategies, joins to discuss revitalizing old content. Learn how to combat burnout by repurposing existing materials for better engagement. Ali emphasizes testing short-term content strategies without heavy commitments and building relationships for securing buy-in. Effective planning and scripting for webinars, along with consistent messaging, are highlighted as key to capturing audience attention and enhancing reach.

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Jul 23, 2024 • 33min
Low-Effort, High-Impact Podcasting: Tips to Build a Successful Niche Podcast in 2024 [Best Of]
Jason Bradwell, podcasting expert from B2B Better, shares tips on launching successful niche podcasts. Topics include low-cost validation, focusing on resonance-based metrics, aligning podcast goals with content strategy, and maximizing distribution strategies with employee networks.

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Jul 16, 2024 • 20min
The Perfect Distribution Strategy for Beginners: A 3-Step Guide [Best Of]
Discover the challenges B2B companies face in content distribution. Learn why a mix of SEO, rented channels, and owned platforms is necessary. Explore the importance of diversifying distribution channels for optimal engagement.

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Jul 9, 2024 • 37min
How I Built a Small-Team Marketing Machine | 2 Pizza Marketing Podcast
Justin Simon, marketing expert, discusses building a membership community, repurposing content, and preventing burnout in small marketing teams. They emphasize audience intent, content refresh strategies, and sustainable practices for efficient marketing.

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Jul 2, 2024 • 21min
3 Mistakes ALL MARKETERS Make In Their Distribution Strategy
Marketing expert Justin Simon shares insights on the three biggest mistakes marketers make in their distribution strategy. He discusses the importance of focusing on key channels, understanding audience dynamics, and avoiding spreading too thin. Justin also highlights the significance of aligning channels with personal preferences for sustained consistency and long-term success.

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Jun 25, 2024 • 43min
5 Secrets That Make Your Content 10x More Valuable (with Michele Linn)
Expert Michele Linn shares tips on repurposing original research, collaborating between social media and content teams, reframing survey questions, importance of original research in a saturated market, and engaging on LinkedIn for meaningful conversations.

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Jun 18, 2024 • 34min
The 3 Types of Content I Keep Coming Back To | StartUp Marketer Podcast
Justin Simon, a content strategist, shares the game-changing 3C Content Method to maximize impact and prevent burnout. They discuss repurposing strategies, evergreen content identification, AI's role in content creation, consistency, and persistence. Insights on validating content ideas on social media, building sustainable connections, and market research systems for agility. Streamlining content creation for a sustainable funnel is emphasized.

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Jun 12, 2024 • 37min
How to Get More ROI Out of Your Content (a Practical, Zero-Fluff Guide with Travis Tyler)
Travis Tyler, an expert in content distribution strategies, shares practical tips on repurposing high-ranking blog posts into engaging video content, the power of simplicity in content creation, and attracting the right audience. Topics include aligning video topics with products, authentic content creation, leveraging influencers and paid promotions on social media, and simplifying concepts for effective engagement.

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Jun 4, 2024 • 51min
How to Turn "Old" Content into New Opportunities with Matt Ragland
Guest Matt Ragland, expert in repurposing content, shares strategies on maximizing content reach and efficiency. Topics include repurposing event content for newsletters, leveraging YouTube for audience engagement, and adopting a seasonal model for content creation. Learn best practices for managing older podcast episodes and strategic distribution of content. Explore the value of repurposing past content for new opportunities and partnerships

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May 28, 2024 • 41min
What it Takes to Create Binge-Worthy Content (Even in a Boring Industry)
Discover how to create binge-worthy content even in a boring industry by learning about the power of serialized content, engaging niche communities, repurposing and promoting content effectively, and the importance of creating diverse and standout content portfolios.