No Hacks: The Mindset Behind Digital Optimization and Growth

Arnout Hellemans, a renowned digital strategist, shares his unique insights on optimization fueled by his ADHD. He discusses how neurodiversity enhances pattern recognition in SEO, emphasizing the importance of mastering SEO fundamentals and debunking common misconceptions. Arnout also draws parallels between optimizing web performance and daily tasks, like cooking and parenting. With anecdotes from the Conversion Hotel conference, he illustrates holistic optimization's role in both digital strategies and personal life, making for an engaging listen.

In this episode of No Hacks, we kick off Season 2 with Stewart Ehoff, the head of an award-winning experimentation program at RS, a dynamic public speaker, and a Dragon Ball Z fan. Join us as Stewart discusses his journey from web development to leading a successful experimentation team, offering deep insights into how he transitioned from building features to building tests. Discover actionable advice for web developers, the importance of curiosity, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the benefits of adopting an experimental mindset not only in digital realms but also in daily life. Stewart shares real-life success stories from RS, inspirational thoughts on maintaining humility, and practical tips on optimizing your work environment and personal habits.00:00 Introduction to No Hacks Podcast Season 200:39 Meet Stewart Ehoff: From Web Developer to Experimentation Leader01:19 The Journey from Web Development to Experimentation02:51 Advice for Web Developers on Experimentation04:35 Mentorship and Key Advice in Experimentation07:20 Experimentation in Business: The RS Story10:55 Building a Center of Excellence for Experimentation14:58 Real-Life Experimentation Stories and Challenges17:44 Optimizing Your Physical Work Environment21:47 Listener Questions and Final Thoughts#NoHacksPodcast #Experimentation #WebDevelopment #BusinessOptimization #Curiosity #Productivity #DigitalTransformation #BusinessExperimentation #HabitBuilding #WorkLifeBalance #Patience---If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with a friend!No Hacks websiteYouTubeLinkedInInstagram

Welcome to nohacks.show, a weekly podcast where smart people talk to you about better online experiences!In this episode, we explore the empowered teams model in experimentation with Lukas Vermeer, Director of Experimentation at Vista, advisor at AB Smartly, and an "occasional public speaker". Lukas is an experienced experimentation practitioner specializing in designing and building the infrastructure and processes required to start and scale A/B testing to drive business growth. With a rich background in online experimentation and data science, Lukas spent eight years at Booking.com, where he grew the in-house experimentation team from four to thirty people and became the first Director of Experimentation at the company.Join us as Lukas shares his insights on why the experimentation culture is so strong in the Netherlands, the challenges and benefits of the empowered teams model, and his journey from Booking.com to Vista. He also discusses his advocacy for making A/B testing accessible to people from various backgrounds. Expect to learn about building effective teams, fostering a culture of experimentation, and why sometimes, the best approach is to think outside the box. Links:Lukas on LinkedInLukas VermeerDemocratizing online controlled experiments at Booking.com paper---If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with a friend!No Hacks websiteYouTubeLinkedInInstagram

Juliana Jackson, Associate Director of Data and Digital Experience at MediaMonks, shares her journey from selling internet in Romania to becoming a digital experience expert. She dives into AI customer voice analysis, discussing how sentiment and semantic analysis can revolutionize understanding customer feedback. Juliana emphasizes the significance of segmentation, especially between iOS and Android users. With insights on embracing failure and the value of curiosity, she inspires others to stay relevant and push boundaries in the digital world.

Welcome to nohacks.show, a weekly podcast where smart people talk to you about better online experiences!In this episode, I welcome Oliver Kenyon, co-founder of ConversionWise, who shares his extensive knowledge on conversion design and the intricacies of running and growing a CRO agency. Oliver discusses the importance of landing page design in driving successful online campaigns and how his journey started with "Landing Page Guys" before evolving into ConversionWise.Key highlights of this episode include:The significance of landing pages in CRO and their role in maximizing the effectiveness of paid media campaigns.Common mistakes in landing page design and how to avoid them.The differences between standard web design and conversion-focused design.Essential principles of conversion design, such as trust and credibility, social proof, and objection handling.Insights into the challenges and successes of growing a CRO agency over 12 years.The exciting recent milestone of ConversionWise's acquisition and the future plans for the agency.Don't miss out on all this knowledge!Links:Oliver's LinkedInConversionWise---If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with a friend!No Hacks websiteYouTubeLinkedInInstagram

Welcome to nohacks.show, a weekly podcast in which smart people talk to you about better online experiences. Today, I'm excited to be joined by Carolyn Beaudoin, co-founder of Boxcar Agency. Carolyn is here to talk about the Hybrid One Reader messaging strategy, which helps businesses connect with diverse audience segments without extensive segmentation.Tune in to hear Carolyn discuss:The concept and inspiration behind the "Hybrid One Reader" strategy.Practical applications and success stories from Boxcar Agency.Non-obvious tips for becoming a better copywriter.The importance of focusing on user experience and logical arguments in copywriting.Whether you’re a marketer, copywriter, or business owner, this episode is packed with insights on creating effective, conversion-oriented marketing strategies. Don't miss out!Links:Carolyn's LinkedInBoxcar AgencyJTBD Mapping template---If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with a friend!No Hacks websiteYouTubeLinkedInInstagram

Welcome to nohacks.show, a weekly podcast where smart people talk to you about better online experiences!In this episode, I'm joined by Georgia Sugarman, Head of User Research at Kooth Digital Health and a speaker at the upcoming Women in Experimentation Summit. Georgia shares her journey from being a hip hop dancer to an experience designer and finally a user researcher. She emphasizes the importance of creating safety and comfort when conducting research, especially with vulnerable populations. Georgia also discusses how being trauma-informed and incorporating creativity can enhance research outcomes. Don't forget to sign up for the Women in Experimentation Summit on June 6th, where Georgia will be opening the event with her talk on "Do No Harm: Research and Experimentation with Vulnerable Populations." Links:Georgia's LinkedInWomen in Experimentation Summit---If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with a friend!No Hacks websiteYouTubeLinkedInInstagram

Welcome to nohacks.show, a weekly podcast where smart people talk to you about better online experiences!In this episode, I welcome Haley Carpenter, a CRO and experimentation expert and founder of Chirpy, the not just CRO agency. Haley shares her insights on starting CRO programs and what it takes for a business to be ready for conversion rate optimization. We also discuss the importance of data volume, research methodologies, and the essential elements needed to set up a successful CRO program. Haley also discusses common misconceptions, the role of culture in CRO, and offers practical advice for businesses of all sizes. If you want to learn about the "real CRO" this episode i for you. It will help you understand how to improve your online experiences through effective CRO strategies.Links:Haley's LinkedInChirpy - Not Just CRO Agency---If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with a friend!No Hacks websiteYouTubeLinkedInInstagram

Welcome to nohacks.show, a weekly podcast where smart people talk to you about better online experiences!In this episode, I am joined by Shawn David, a systems engineer and founder of Automate to Win. Shawn shares his expertise on automating Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) and provides valuable insights into how businesses can streamline their processes using a human-first approach.Shawn begins by explaining his automation blueprint. The first step is Definitions, which involves establishing clear and consistent terminology within your organization to avoid miscommunication and inefficiencies.The second step is to Identify Busy Work. This means pinpointing repetitive, manual tasks that do not require human intervention and can be automated. This step helps to free up valuable time and resources that can be better utilized elsewhere.Next, Shawn discusses Pinpointing Bottlenecks. This involves identifying input, transformation, and output bottlenecks in your processes. Understanding where these bottlenecks occur allows you to address and resolve them effectively.The fourth step is to Optimize Internal Processes. This step involves collaborating with your team to streamline and improve workflows. By working together, you can ensure that processes are as efficient and effective as possible.Finally, Shawn talks about Automation. Implementing automation solutions to handle the optimized processes can save significant time and resources, allowing your team to focus on more important tasks.Shawn then emphasizes the importance of defining terms to ensure everyone in the organization is on the same page. He shares personal anecdotes about overcoming challenges through automation and how his human-first engineering approach helps businesses optimize processes effectively.Episode links:Automate to WinShawn's LinkedInFree Automation Quiz---If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with a friend!No Hacks websiteYouTubeLinkedInInstagram

Craig Sullivan, an expert in generative AI, and Iqbal Ali, a specialist in experimentation and CRO, dive into transformative applications of AI in product design and user experience. They discuss starting small with AI tools to boost creativity while emphasizing the need for human oversight. Iqbal shares insights on integrating AI into workflows responsibly, stressing the importance of maintaining a human touch. The conversation also teases an upcoming workshop to enhance practical understanding of AI in experimentation.