In this episode of the Long Game podcast, host Alex Birkett talks with Nate Matherson, CEO of Positional, about the intricacies of SEO and content marketing. Nate shares his reflects on lessons learned from past startup experiences. They discuss the shift from his previous company to Positional, the challenges of the SEO landscape, and the integration of CRO into Positional's offerings. The conversation also covers the importance of data-driven decision making, the value of high-quality content, and Nate's strategy for creating a vast blog on blogging, emphasizing the need for expert insights and multimedia elements to enhance content.TopicsGuest introduction and backgroundLessons learned as a founder of multiple startupsAdvantages of naivete and experimentationNate Matherson's pivot from his previous startupChallenges and unpredictability of the SEO and content spaceThe future of organic searchContent analytics functionality in PositionalData-Driven Decision MakingChallenges with Google AnalyticsChanges in SEO and Content QualityCreating Unique and Helpful ContentContent Quality and SEO ExpectationsCompetitiveness of Content SpacesContent Creation StrategyOperationalizing Subject Matter Expert QuotesBacklinksInternal LinksTechnical SEOB2B PodcastingBloggingShow LinksVisit PositionalConnect with Nate Matherson on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with Alex Birkett on LinkedIn and 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/

In this podcast episode, Alex Birkett and Ritvij Gautam discuss the intricacies of outbound sales in B2B companies. They explore the role of outbound sales in generating revenue, the challenges of high turnover in sales teams, and the importance of understanding the ideal customer profile and total addressable market. They also consider the impact of AI on sales processes and the balance between automation and the human touch. Ritvij shares insights from his experience at Glencoco, emphasizing the need for a strategic approach to outbound sales and the potential of a B2B sales marketplace to streamline the process.TopicsChallenges of Outbound SalesEfficacy and Skepticism of Outbound SalesImproving Outbound SalesOutbound Sales ChallengesComplementary Marketing ChannelsAmplifying Message through OutboundParameters for Outbound ConsiderationCalculating ROI for OutboundOutbound Sales as a Numbers GameData Enrichment and Lead QualificationRole of AI in SalesHuman Touch in SalesGlencoco's SolutionThe Glencoco modelPaying for qualified meetingsBenefits for SDRsRevitalizing accrued inboundPromotion and contact informationShow LinksVisit GlencocoConnect with Ritvij Gautam on LinkedInConnect with Alex Birkett on LinkedIn and 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/

In this podcast episode, the speakers delve into the evolving landscape of content creation and marketing in the age of AI. They discuss the future of their podcast, the rise of LinkedIn experts, and the controversy of AI-generated content, including a fake writer scandal at Sports Illustrated. The conversation covers the viral SEO heist AI strategy, the divide among marketers, and the potential impact on SEO. They also explore tactic fatigue, penalties from platforms like Google, and the importance of originality and human connection in content. The concept of a "deep life" and the drawbacks of short-form content are examined, with a preference for in-depth, thoughtful content creation. Concerns about AI's impact on society, job security, and the authenticity of influencer marketing are raised. Tools like SEMrush, Surfer, ChatGPT, and Google Sheets are mentioned, but the emphasis is on the value of ideas over tools.TopicsThe rise of LinkedIn experts and skepticism surrounding AI-generated content Controversy surrounding Sports Illustrated's use of AI and fake writer profiles The viral SEO heist AI strategy and its impact on traditional SEO strategies The rise of long-form content The dark forest theory of the internet Questioning the authenticity of online interactions The rise of AI in content creation Skepticism towards AI-generated content Controversy surrounding AI-generated content The skepticism surrounding AI-generated content The controversy surrounding Sports Illustrated's use of AI and fake writer profiles The potential impact on traditional SEO strategies The rise of LinkedIn experts Exploring AI as a waste of time Problematic brand deals with B2B influencers The rise of AI tools in content production The need for differentiation in content creation The DIY approach to tooling and investing in the right tools Show LinksConnect with David Khim on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with Alex Birkett on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with Allie Decker on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or TwitterWhat is Kitchen Side?One big benefit of running an agency or working at one is you get to see the “kitchen side” of many different businesses; their revenue, their operations, their automations, and their culture.You understand how things look from the inside and how that differs from the outside.You understand how the sausage is made. As an agency ourselves, we’re working both on growing our clients’ businesses as well as our own. This podcast is one project, but we also blog, make videos, do sales, and have quite a robust portfolio of automations and hacks to run our business.We want to take you behind the curtain, to the kitchen side of our business, to witness our brainstorms, discussions, and internal dialogues behind the public works that we ship.Past 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 this episode of the Long Game podcast, hosts Alex Birkett, Allie Decker, and David Khim, members of the Omniscient Agency team discuss the concept of taste, its development, and its significance in various domains like movies, content, and SEO. They explore whether taste is innate or can be developed, and the difference between genuine taste and posturing. Personal experiences and the influence of mentors in shaping their taste are shared. They also express concerns about the outsourcing of content creation and its impact on society's taste. The episode concludes with a discussion on the importance of being intentional and thoughtful about the things one cares about.TopicsThe concept of tasteThe role of taste in designDifferentiating taste in moviesTaste and Parroting TropesAppreciation vs CreationExpertise and Content CreationThe importance of taste and its developmentTaste and experience in content creationHow taste is cultivated through reflectionTaste Development and ExcellenceDeveloping Taste through GuidanceExperience and ObservingThe importance of tasteThe development of tasteEditing process and tasteShow LinksConnect with David Khim on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with Alex Birkett on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with Allie Decker on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or TwitterWhat is Kitchen Side?One big benefit of running an agency or working at one is you get to see the “kitchen side” of many different businesses; their revenue, their operations, their automations, and their culture.You understand how things look from the inside and how that differs from the outside.You understand how the sausage is made. As an agency ourselves, we’re working both on growing our clients’ businesses as well as our own. This podcast is one project, but we also blog, make videos, do sales, and have quite a robust portfolio of automations and hacks to run our business.We want to take you behind the curtain, to the kitchen side of our business, to witness our brainstorms, discussions, and internal dialogues behind the public works that we ship.Past 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 this episode of the Learning to Change podcast, host Melissa Emler talks with Alex Burkett, co-founder of Omniscient Digital. They discuss Alex's career trajectory from a music major to a content marketing expert, highlighting his love for literature and reading as the foundation for his career. Alex shares insights on the impact of AI on search and consumer behavior, the future of SEO, and the potential use cases of AI in content marketing. They also discuss the importance of providing valuable insights and information, regardless of SEO trends. The episode concludes with Melissa encouraging listeners to embrace the process of learning and change.TopicsThe emergence of AI and its impact on contentAdvancements in technology and changing interactions with contentAlex Burkett's journey from student to content agency co-founderThe Expert in SEO and Content OptimizationThe Impact of AI on SEOThe Emerging Value of Content in the Age of AIThe insights that made us a valuable websiteThe relevance of traffic and the future of websitesThe potential impact of AI on search results and citationsThe internal use case for content managementTraining AI on brand voice and contentCompeting commitments in adopting new perspectivesThe Power of Learning and Its Impact on ChangeJoining the Modern Learners CommunityAcknowledging the Indigenous PeoplesShow LinksListen to the Learning to Change PodcastConnect with Melissa Emler on LinkedInConnect with Alex Birkett on LinkedIn and 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/

In this podcast episode, Alex Burkett interviews growth marketer Patrick Moran about his experience in brand marketing. They discuss the relationship between brand marketing and growth marketing, the components of brand strategy and positioning, and the challenges of measuring the impact of brand marketing. Moran emphasizes the importance of understanding audience behaviors on different platforms and tailoring brand stories accordingly. He also predicts that AI and machine learning will play a significant role in all aspects of marketing, including creative development, measurement, and process optimization.TopicsThe growth marketer explains brand marketingHow a growth marketer leads a brand marketing courseBrand marketing vs. growth marketing in 2023Positioning and Brand StrategyProduct Decisions and Audience BehaviorMeasurement and Quantifying Brand ImpactThe measurement components of ROIDetermining the impact of marketing effortsDifferent methods of measuring paid media capabilitiesThe relationship between brand marketing and performance marketingThe impact of brand marketing on growth and performanceThe importance of martech and data infrastructure in marketingThe first component of growth marketingUsing machine learning for personalized creativesThe evolution of growth marketing channelsChannels and their evolutionMeasurement and its importanceEffective storytelling and audience behaviorsShow LinksVisit Finding Market Fit podcastConnect with Patrick Moran on LinkedInConnect with Alex Birkett on LinkedIn and 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/

Show LinksConnect with Alex Birkett on LinkedIn and 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)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 this episode, Shay Howe, the Chief Marketing Officer at ActiveCampaign. They discuss Shay's background in product design and engineering and how it has influenced his approach to marketing. Shay emphasizes the value of being a generalist and problem solver and shares insights on hiring and managing a marketing team. They also explore the importance of strategic decision-making, self-awareness, and customer focus in driving company success. The conversation touches on topics such as automation, creativity in marketing, and the use of AI. The episode concludes with both hosts expressing their gratitude for the engaging conversation.TopicsThe importance of product-led growthTransitioning from generalists to specialists The importance of prioritization and trade-offsMitigating conflicts caused by different working stylesGrowth in a mature market Product innovation and word-of-mouthThe risk of inaction in marketingUsing AI for Data Analysis AI in Marketing AutomationThe importance of automation in business Using behavioral and intent-based personalizationShow LinksVisit ActiveCampaignConnect with Shay Howe on LinkedInConnect with Alex Birkett on LinkedIn and 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/

In this episode of Kitchen Side, we discuss various topics including the recent Google update, the importance of creating helpful content, the impact of SEO on traffic and leads, changes in work culture, experiences with LinkedIn, efficiency versus effectiveness, the shift in work culture and its impact on hiring and talent acquisition, and experiences with learning new skills and setting goals. We emphasize the importance of creating valuable content, having expertise and authority, and prioritizing genuine interests and passions. and also discuss the need for open communication, self-improvement, and nurturing work ethic and passion in individuals.TopicsThe impact of SEO on traffic and leads Changes in work culture The importance of creating helpful content Changes in work culture and the efficiency vs effectiveness debate The shift in work culture and impact on talent market The importance of communication and boundaries in work The importance of finding strengths and interestsFinding the perfect mix of strengths and interests Show LinksConnect with David Khim on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with Alex Birkett on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with Allie Decker on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with Omniscient Digital on LinkedIn or TwitterWhat is Kitchen Side?One big benefit of running an agency or working at one is you get to see the “kitchen side” of many different businesses; their revenue, their operations, their automations, and their culture.You understand how things look from the inside and how that differs from the outside.You understand how the sausage is made. As an agency ourselves, we’re working both on growing our clients’ businesses as well as our own. This podcast is one project, but we also blog, make videos, do sales, and have quite a robust portfolio of automations and hacks to run our business.We want to take you behind the curtain, to the kitchen side of our business, to witness our brainstorms, discussions, and internal dialogues behind the public works that we ship.Past 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 this episode, Olga Denisova, an experienced marketer in hypergrowth companies discussed topics such as B2B marketing, foundational marketing activities, and the impact of personalization efforts on revenue. Olga also delved into their shared interests in medicine and classical music, discussing misconceptions about classical music and the challenges of playing the piano. She shared her experiences at Veeam and SEMrush, emphasizing the importance of clear responsibilities and onboarding processes in rapidly growing organizations.She also discussed the future of SEO, the importance of attribution models in marketing, and the effectiveness of personalization strategies. The conversation ended about imposter syndrome and the importance of self-awareness and continuous personal development.TopicsThe importance of focus and polishing Similarities in growth challengesSetting clear objectives and KPIs Matching personalities to different stages of companies The learning rate in fast-growing companies The future of SEO and its challengesThe importance of multi-touch attribution Personalization as a key marketing strategy Dynamic Content and Personalization The tendency to doubt and criticize oneself Market validation and feeling like an expert Show LinksConnect with Olga Denisova on LinkedInConnect with Alex Birkett on LinkedIn and 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/