Events are becoming an increasingly essential part of any successful digital marketing strategy. Palash Soni is one of the co-founders and the CEO of Goldcast. He is trained as an engineer but moved on to business and product leadership roles at a Mobile AdTech company. He began pursuing an MBA at Harvard, but after meeting his co-founders and developing the idea for Goldcast, he took a leave of absence to pursue his vision of helping B2B marketers run engaging digital events. Palash loves to read, especially science, biology, and history books.In this conversation, we cover the market tech, evolutions in the event market ecosystem, and how you can build a high-performing product, culture, and team that will give you wins in the market.Show TopicsEvolution and changes in the market techHow to build a successful software businessShifting markets and the criteria Palash usedBuilding a successful product for a market in another countryPalash’s catalyst to starting Goldcast while in schoolIncorporating a company as an immigrant in the USFormative experience: Learning how to win during adversityHow to differentiate from your competitorsHow to run B2B companies like media companiesEvolutions in the event marketing ecosystemWhat goes into running a great digital event that drives valueBuilding a high-performance team as you scale and growShow Links Check out goldcast hereConnect with Palash Soni on LinkedInConnect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or TwitterPast guests on The Long Game podcast include: Morgan Brown (Shopify), Ryan Law (Animalz), Dan Shure (Evolving SEO), Kaleigh Moore (freelancer), Eric Siu (Clickflow), Peep Laja (CXL), Chelsea Castle (Chili Piper), Tracey Wallace (Klaviyo), Tim Soulo (Ahrefs), Ryan McReady (Reforge), and many more.Some interviews you might enjoy and learn from:Actionable Tips and Secrets to SEO Strategy with Dan Shure (Evolving SEO)Building Competitive Marketing Content with Sam Chapman (Aprimo)How to Build the Right Data Workflow with Blake Burch (Shipyard)Data-Driven Thought Leadership with Alicia Johnston (Sprout Social)Purpose-Driven Leadership & Building a Content Team with Ty Magnin (UiPath)Also, check out our Kitchen Side series where we take you behind the scenes to see how the sausage is made at our agency:Blue Ocean vs Red Ocean SEOShould You Hire Writers or Subject Matter Experts?How Do Growth and Content Overlap?Connect with Omniscient Digital on social:Twitter: @beomniscientLinkedin: Be OmniscientListen to more episodes of The Long Game podcast here: https://beomniscient.com/podcast/

Use data to drive informed decisions, avoid common mistakes, and stay up-to-date on the latest marketing strategies. Improve your marketing efforts with actionable tips and insights on data-driven decision-making and a new dawn with GA4 almost hitting our systems.JJ Reynolds is the founder and head of marketing and analytics at MediaAuthentic. JJ has extensive experience using data to drive informed decision-making and is here to share his insights on utilizing data in marketing.In this episode, we talk about why content marketers need to have analytics, the common mistakes they make regarding analytics, and an overview of the new Google Analytics system GA4. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to take some notes as we dive into the world of data-driven marketing with JJ Reynolds.Show TopicsWhy content marketers need analyticsWhat bounce rate is and how it is calculatedHow to get started with data-driven decision makingThe site efficiencyCommon mistakes made by marketers regarding analyticsChallenges associated with having a big teamThe art of asking great business questions to inform measurement strategiesIntroduction to GA4Best advice on how to prepare for a new product launchShow Links Check out Mediauthentic hereCheck out the BetterThanData system hereConnect with JJ Reynolds on LinkedInConnect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or TwitterPast guests on The Long Game podcast include: Morgan Brown (Shopify), Ryan Law (Animalz), Dan Shure (Evolving SEO), Kaleigh Moore (freelancer), Eric Siu (Clickflow), Peep Laja (CXL), Chelsea Castle (Chili Piper), Tracey Wallace (Klaviyo), Tim Soulo (Ahrefs), Ryan McReady (Reforge), and many more.Some interviews you might enjoy and learn from:Actionable Tips and Secrets to SEO Strategy with Dan Shure (Evolving SEO)Building Competitive Marketing Content with Sam Chapman (Aprimo)How to Build the Right Data Workflow with Blake Burch (Shipyard)Data-Driven Thought Leadership with Alicia Johnston (Sprout Social)Purpose-Driven Leadership & Building a Content Team with Ty Magnin (UiPath)Also, check out our Kitchen Side series where we take you behind the scenes to see how the sausage is made at our agency:Blue Ocean vs Red Ocean SEOShould You Hire Writers or Subject Matter Experts?How Do Growth and Content Overlap?Connect with Omniscient Digital on social:Twitter: @beomniscientLinkedin: Be OmniscientListen to more episodes of The Long Game podcast here: https://beomniscient.com/podcast/

Building and scaling a successful company takes more than just focusing on sales and revenue. In this episode, Austin Distel unpacks the most vital strategies he uses to ensure his company keeps growing and scaling. Austin Distel is the Senior Marketing Director at Jasper, a company that helps creators produce new content using artificial intelligence. The company has a formidable track record of growth, from 20 employees in 2020 to 125 in 2022. Austin has previously founded and served in various companies, including Proof, Scale.io, and Scale or Die. Jasper has helped more than 50,000 companies create mind-blowing content in the form of blog posts, LinkedIn posts, and photo captions, including many others. In this episode, Austin shares how he has used online communities to catapult the growth of Jasper. He explains in depth the strategy of offering value to community members so that they not only become clients but also attract other potential customers. His marketing and growth techniques are must-know for the success of any company. TopicsCompany growth Creating a community for the companyRetain relevance in your community New Technology: Its importance in the fast-changing worldRebranding as per the market needsHow to build a SaaS subscriptionQuality should be the top priorityShow LinksCheck out JasperConnect with Austin Distel through his personal website, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTokConnect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or TwitterPast guests on The Long Game podcast include: Morgan Brown (Shopify), Ryan Law (Animalz), Dan Shure (Evolving SEO), Kaleigh Moore (freelancer), Eric Siu (Clickflow), Peep Laja (CXL), Chelsea Castle (Chili Piper), Tracey Wallace (Klaviyo), Tim Soulo (Ahrefs), Ryan McReady (Reforge), and many more.Some interviews you might enjoy and learn from:Actionable Tips and Secrets to SEO Strategy with Dan Shure (Evolving SEO)Building Competitive Marketing Content with Sam Chapman (Aprimo)How to Build the Right Data Workflow with Blake Burch (Shipyard)Data-Driven Thought Leadership with Alicia Johnston (Sprout Social)Purpose-Driven Leadership & Building a Content Team with Ty Magnin (UiPath)Also, check out our Kitchen Side series where we take you behind the scenes to see how the sausage is made at our agency:Blue Ocean vs Red Ocean SEOShould You Hire Writers or Subject Matter Experts?How Do Growth and Content Overlap?Connect with Omniscient Digital on social:Twitter: @beomniscientLinkedin: Be OmniscientListen to more episodes of The Long Game podcast here: https://beomniscient.com/podcast/

In today's fast-paced business environment, growth and success are essential for long-term survival. But what does it take to achieve business growth, and how can individuals and organizations stay ahead of the curve?In this episode, we are joined by Holly Chen, an experienced and enthusiastic business leader, to discuss individual and business growth in the ever-changing business environment. Holly Chen is an experienced business professional with a diverse range of skills and expertise. Holly serves as the Vice President of Marketing at Mosaic.tech, a Strategic Finance Platform that provides real-time financial analytics and planning to get teams from data to decision faster. She is also the Founder, CMO, and Growth Advisor at ExponentialX, and also the Founder, CEO, and Executive coach at Ceiling Breakers. She has also previously served in other companies including Loom, Google, Gucci, and Various, among others. Besides product development, customer engagement, and strategic planning, Holly is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion and has been actively involved in initiatives aimed at promoting greater representation and equity in the workplace. She has volunteered with several organizations focused on empowering underprivileged individuals and communities and has also spoken on panels and webinars on topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.In this episode, Holly shares her incredible testimony of how she has helped multiple companies expand their size and revenue. Curiosity and an unending desire to acquire new knowledge have been her underlying mantra in her personal career growth. She also shares the importance of proper framework in the growth of any company- a focus on the quality of the product is the easiest way to justify an increase in prices. TopicsManaging a proper work-life balance and work-life integrationSetting Milestones and Goals for personal and business growthExperimenting with New Products and RolesFocusing on the execution system and the productProduct and Growth FrameworksTransitioning from enterprise sales motion to a purely pure G productAllocating your Marketing BudgetThe truth about POS platformsExecutive coaching and its importanceShow LinksCheck out Ceiling Breakers and ExponentialXFollow Holly Chen on LinkedIn or TwitterConnect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or TwitterPast guests on The Long Game podcast include: Morgan Brown (Shopify), Ryan Law (Animalz), Dan Shure (Evolving SEO), Kaleigh Moore (freelancer), Eric Siu (Clickflow), Peep Laja (CXL), Chelsea Castle (Chili Piper), Tracey Wallace (Klaviyo), Tim Soulo (Ahrefs), Ryan McReady (Reforge), and many more.Some interviews you might enjoy and learn from:Actionable Tips and Secrets to SEO Strategy with Dan Shure (Evolving SEO)Building Competitive Marketing Content with Sam Chapman (Aprimo)How to Build the Right Data Workflow with Blake Burch (Shipyard)Data-Driven Thought Leadership with Alicia Johnston (Sprout Social)Purpose-Driven Leadership & Building a Content Team with Ty Magnin (UiPath)Also, check out our Kitchen Side series where we take you behind the scenes to see how the sausage is made at our agency:Blue Ocean vs Red Ocean SEOShould You Hire Writers or Subject Matter Experts?How Do Growth and Content Overlap?Connect with Omniscient Digital on social:Twitter: @beomniscientLinkedin: Be OmniscientListen to more episodes of The Long Game podcast here: https://beomniscient.com/podcast/

When you think your company is media marketing oriented, you might be focusing on content marketing alone. As you would learn in this episode, Ronnie Higgins, formal Director of Content for Hopin and a formal podcast guest, tells us that while content marketing is a subset of media marketing, there is a thing line between them and intently pushing just SEO materials or not, bridges the gap.Show topics:What are the defining characteristics of a media company?The misunderstanding behind effective media marketing.How does a company think and act like a media company?How to compete with other media companies.Show LinksConnect with Ronnie on Twitter and LinkedinConnect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or TwitterPast guests on The Long Game podcast include: Morgan Brown (Shopify), Ryan Law (Animalz), Dan Shure (Evolving SEO), Kaleigh Moore (freelancer), Eric Siu (Clickflow), Peep Laja (CXL), Chelsea Castle (Chili Piper), Tracey Wallace (Klaviyo), Tim Soulo (Ahrefs), Ryan McReady (Reforge), and many more.Some interviews you might enjoy and learn from:Actionable Tips and Secrets to SEO Strategy with Dan Shure (Evolving SEO)Building Competitive Marketing Content with Sam Chapman (Aprimo)How to Build the Right Data Workflow with Blake Burch (Shipyard)Data-Driven Thought Leadership with Alicia Johnston (Sprout Social)Purpose-Driven Leadership & Building a Content Team with Ty Magnin (UiPath)Also, check out our Kitchen Side series where we take you behind the scenes to see how the sausage is made at our agency:Blue Ocean vs Red Ocean SEOShould You Hire Writers or Subject Matter Experts?How Do Growth and Content Overlap?Connect with Omniscient Digital on social:Twitter: @beomniscientLinkedin: Be OmniscientListen to more episodes of The Long Game podcast here: https://beomniscient.com/podcast/

It feels like every SaaS company is scrambling to figure out their developer marketing strategy. But is it actually any different than all your other marketing strategies? Francesca Krihely has spent over a decade at MongoDB and Synk solving for this persona. In this episode, we rumble through what you need to do — and what to avoid — to build relationships with developers.TopicsThe DevSecOps communityHow to market well to developersWhat to do when you're starting a projectUnderstanding the developer personaImportance of design thinkingBuilding a CareerBe a "learn-it-all", not a know-it-allShow LinksCheck out SnykFollow Francesca Krihely on LinkedIn or TwitterConnect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or TwitterPast guests on The Long Game podcast include: Morgan Brown (Shopify), Ryan Law (Animalz), Dan Shure (Evolving SEO), Kaleigh Moore (freelancer), Eric Siu (Clickflow), Peep Laja (CXL), Chelsea Castle (Chili Piper), Tracey Wallace (Klaviyo), Tim Soulo (Ahrefs), Ryan McReady (Reforge), and many more.Some interviews you might enjoy and learn from:Actionable Tips and Secrets to SEO Strategy with Dan Shure (Evolving SEO)Building Competitive Marketing Content with Sam Chapman (Aprimo)How to Build the Right Data Workflow with Blake Burch (Shipyard)Data-Driven Thought Leadership with Alicia Johnston (Sprout Social)Purpose-Driven Leadership & Building a Content Team with Ty Magnin (UiPath)Also, check out our Kitchen Side series where we take you behind the scenes to see how the sausage is made at our agency:Blue Ocean vs Red Ocean SEOShould You Hire Writers or Subject Matter Experts?How Do Growth and Content Overlap?Connect with Omniscient Digital on social:Twitter: @beomniscientLinkedin: Be OmniscientListen to more episodes of The Long Game podcast here: https://beomniscient.com/podcast/

When you’re on the hamster wheel of content creation, it can feel hard to get off. When you zoom out, though, it turns out there are more-strategic ways to look at what you’re making and why. Jakub Rudnik’s created content for renowned organizations like G2, Chicago Tribune, and now Scribe. Buckle up for this conversation where he shares his tips for being more intentional.TopicsDefeat imposter syndrome through successEnable your teams to deliver better contentWe follow people for their brainsShould you worry about appearing salesy?Company culture can complicate contentContent strategy is an internal battleExperimentation is a win-win muscleShow LinksCheck out ScribeFollow Jakub Rudnik on LinkedIn or TwitterConnect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or TwitterPast guests on The Long Game podcast include: Morgan Brown (Shopify), Ryan Law (Animalz), Dan Shure (Evolving SEO), Kaleigh Moore (freelancer), Eric Siu (Clickflow), Peep Laja (CXL), Chelsea Castle (Chili Piper), Tracey Wallace (Klaviyo), Tim Soulo (Ahrefs), Ryan McReady (Reforge), and many more.Some interviews you might enjoy and learn from:Actionable Tips and Secrets to SEO Strategy with Dan Shure (Evolving SEO)Building Competitive Marketing Content with Sam Chapman (Aprimo)How to Build the Right Data Workflow with Blake Burch (Shipyard)Data-Driven Thought Leadership with Alicia Johnston (Sprout Social)Purpose-Driven Leadership & Building a Content Team with Ty Magnin (UiPath)Also, check out our Kitchen Side series where we take you behind the scenes to see how the sausage is made at our agency:Blue Ocean vs Red Ocean SEOShould You Hire Writers or Subject Matter Experts?How Do Growth and Content Overlap?Connect with Omniscient Digital on social:Twitter: @beomniscientLinkedin: Be OmniscientListen to more episodes of The Long Game podcast here: https://beomniscient.com/podcast/

Storytelling has existed since the beginning of civilization. But how do you learn to do it better? According to Jay Acunzo of Unthinkable Media, all it takes is conviction and commitment. In this conversation, he tells stories about how to tell better stories — meta, we know.TopicsWhat to learn from Anthony BourdainHave a vision for your contentThe difference between “good” and “effective”A story’s purposeHere’s the thing about…Role of communicatorThe goal of a storytellerIntegrate mindfulnessWorking more bravelyShow LinksCheck out Unthinkable MediaFollow Jay Acunzo on LinkedIn or TwitterConnect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or TwitterPast guests on The Long Game podcast include: Morgan Brown (Shopify), Ryan Law (Animalz), Dan Shure (Evolving SEO), Kaleigh Moore (freelancer), Eric Siu (Clickflow), Peep Laja (CXL), Chelsea Castle (Chili Piper), Tracey Wallace (Klaviyo), Tim Soulo (Ahrefs), Ryan McReady (Reforge), and many more.Some interviews you might enjoy and learn from:Actionable Tips and Secrets to SEO Strategy with Dan Shure (Evolving SEO)Building Competitive Marketing Content with Sam Chapman (Aprimo)How to Build the Right Data Workflow with Blake Burch (Shipyard)Data-Driven Thought Leadership with Alicia Johnston (Sprout Social)Purpose-Driven Leadership & Building a Content Team with Ty Magnin (UiPath)Also, check out our Kitchen Side series where we take you behind the scenes to see how the sausage is made at our agency:Blue Ocean vs Red Ocean SEOShould You Hire Writers or Subject Matter Experts?How Do Growth and Content Overlap?Connect with Omniscient Digital on social:Twitter: @beomniscientLinkedin: Be OmniscientListen to more episodes of The Long Game podcast here: https://beomniscient.com/podcast/

Andrea Wildt and Samantha Anderl, ex-marketing professionals and freelancers, are now the co-founders of Harlow– an all-inclusive tool to assist solopreneurs in streamlining their business. Harlow offers organized solutions for aiding freelancers, such as automated invoicing, proposal templates, and many other features from a centralized hub. We sincerely value the freelance population and creating the resources needed for them to have successful businesses.As the economic outlook continues to be murky, many professionals are exploring solopreneurship. Andrea Wildt and Samantha Anderl started Harlow to support them on their mission. This conversation details lessons that anyone can take with them to fast-track their journey.Summary: In this conversation, Andrea Wildt and Samantha Anderl discuss lessons that anyone can take with them to become an effective solopreneur.TopicsHow to market yourself as a freelancerSell outcomes, not outputsPricing strategyBe reflective and intentionalDo marketers need to market themselves?Personal branding is not necessary, but usefulGet the right balance of decisionsThink before you answerShow LinksCheck out HarlowFollow Samantha Anderl on LinkedIn or TwitterFollow Andrea Wildt on LinkedIn or TwitterConnect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or TwitterPast guests on The Long Game podcast include: Morgan Brown (Shopify), Ryan Law (Animalz), Dan Shure (Evolving SEO), Kaleigh Moore (freelancer), Eric Siu (Clickflow), Peep Laja (CXL), Chelsea Castle (Chili Piper), Tracey Wallace (Klaviyo), Tim Soulo (Ahrefs), Ryan McReady (Reforge), and many more.Some interviews you might enjoy and learn from:Actionable Tips and Secrets to SEO Strategy with Dan Shure (Evolving SEO)Building Competitive Marketing Content with Sam Chapman (Aprimo)How to Build the Right Data Workflow with Blake Burch (Shipyard)Data-Driven Thought Leadership with Alicia Johnston (Sprout Social)Purpose-Driven Leadership & Building a Content Team with Ty Magnin (UiPath)Also, check out our Kitchen Side series where we take you behind the scenes to see how the sausage is made at our agency:Blue Ocean vs Red Ocean SEOShould You Hire Writers or Subject Matter Experts?How Do Growth and Content Overlap?Connect with Omniscient Digital on social:Twitter: @beomniscientLinkedin: Be OmniscientListen to more episodes of The Long Game podcast here: https://beomniscient.com/podcast/

Is it possible to do affiliate marketing without losing your soul? According to 99signals founder Sandeep Mallya, it is. And while there’s no shortcut to success, there are key principles to embody along the way. Enjoy our conversation with him.TopicsBe authenticBeing critical to your affiliatesHow to become an affiliate marketing expertThe importance of being organic in your writingDon’t be afraid of competitorsThe secret to great SEO contentRevisit and update your contentAI content creating toolsThe important of finding your voiceGet feedbackShow LinksCheck out 99signalsFollow Sandeep Mallya on LinkedIn or TwitterPast guests on The Long Game podcast include: Morgan Brown (Shopify), Ryan Law (Animalz), Dan Shure (Evolving SEO), Kaleigh Moore (freelancer), Eric Siu (Clickflow), Peep Laja (CXL), Chelsea Castle (Chili Piper), Tracey Wallace (Klaviyo), Tim Soulo (Ahrefs), Ryan McReady (Reforge), and many more.Some interviews you might enjoy and learn from:Actionable Tips and Secrets to SEO Strategy with Dan Shure (Evolving SEO)Building Competitive Marketing Content with Sam Chapman (Aprimo)How to Build the Right Data Workflow with Blake Burch (Shipyard)Data-Driven Thought Leadership with Alicia Johnston (Sprout Social)Purpose-Driven Leadership & Building a Content Team with Ty Magnin (UiPath)Also, check out our Kitchen Side series where we take you behind the scenes to see how the sausage is made at our agency:Blue Ocean vs Red Ocean SEOShould You Hire Writers or Subject Matter Experts?How Do Growth and Content Overlap?Connect with Omniscient Digital on social:Twitter: @beomniscientLinkedin: Be OmniscientListen to more episodes of The Long Game podcast here: https://beomniscient.com/podcast/