The Long Game

In this episode, Omniscient Digital founders Alex Birkett, Allie Decker, and David Ly Khim discuss a LinkedIn post about stealing SEO traffic from a competitor using AI-generated content. They explore the moral implications and the impact on the internet and information ecosystem. The conversation then shifts to the importance of backlinks in SEO and the need to play the long game and talk about the effectiveness of gated content in B2B marketing and the use of quizzes as a conversion strategy. The concept of "eating from a smaller plate" is introduced, highlighting the benefits of setting constraints in business strategies. The episode concludes with a discussion on prioritization, productivity, and the value of constraints in achieving focused actions.TopicsMorality and Integrity of the ApproachMisunderstanding of Effective SEO StrategyContent Velocity vs. BacklinksThe Effectiveness of Turning Content into PDFsMisalignment of Search Intent and Qualified LeadsValue of Gated Content and Types Worth Investing inThe Importance of Audience Growth vs. Conversion StrategyUsing Mental Models to Improve ProfitabilityThe Benefits of Constraints in BusinessCreativity and Results with Limited ResourcesShow 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, Braden Becker, the SEO Lead at Faire, an online marketplace for local retailers discussed Faire's SEO strategy, including programmatic SEO and automating workflows. He talked about the challenges of implementing SEO in the B2B marketplace and controlling consumer traffic.Braden shares insights on building relationships between brands and retailers, balancing high search volume keywords, and using softer signals to assess traffic quality. He emphasized the need for collaboration, experimentation, and prioritization in technical SEO and the importance of buy-in and communication in an SEO program. This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips that can help you navigate the complex world of SEO.TopicsThe potential of automated monitoring in SEOBuilding relationships between brands and retailersSEO and content strategy for a B2B companyControlling consumer traffic in a marketplaceGrowing SEO Channel Search Volume PipelineBuy-in and its importanceNurturing buy-in and collaborationThe Role of Technical SEOBalancing Curiosity and Priorities Show LinksVisit FaireConnect with Braden Becker on LinkedInConnect with David Khim 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/

This episode of Kitchen Side discussed various topics related to content marketing, sales enablement, and surround sound SEO. Omniscient Digital founders, Alex Birkett, David Khim, and Allie Decker explore the challenges and misconceptions surrounding sales enablement content, emphasizing the importance of addressing specific pain points and showcasing thought leadership. They also delve into reducing the perception of risk in B2B buying decisions and the type of content that supports the sales process. They touch on trust symbols, surround sound strategy in SEO, and tactics for getting featured on editorial pages and review sites. The episode concludes with a discussion on post-purchase rationalization and finding enjoyment in the daily grind of work.TopicsSales enablement content and its effectiveness.Creating valuable content for sales teams Reducing risk in B2B decisions Understanding Consumer Decision-Making Generative Search and Influencing DecisionsThe editorial pages and leveraging listiclesSurround sound strategy and leveraging powerful domainsPost-purchase rationalizationMagnitude of trust in recommendationsThe grind and work ethicShow 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 Kitchen Side episode, discussed a range of topics including their recent hiring process, remote work, and the importance of being analytical in content and SEO fields. Omniscient Digital founders, Allie Decker, Alex Birkett, and David Ly Khim shared insights into their hiring process, emphasizing the skills and traits they look for in candidates, and also discussed the challenges of remote work and the value of face-to-face communication. This episode highlights the importance of thoroughness, self-awareness, and alignment with company values in the hiring process and also the need for curiosity, analytical skills, and the ability to ask thoughtful questions.TopicsRemote work etiquette The value of in-person interaction Filtering out candidates based on attention to detail Filtering candidates in the hiring process Assessing self-awareness and drive in candidatesThe importance of independent thinking and setting strategyStructured thinking and clear justifications Curiosity and asking the right questionsThe role of analytics in SEO and content strategyThe unique combination of skills at Omniscient DigitaThe importance of hearing from people in the weedsShow 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, Sophia Solanki, the founder of Narrato, an AI content creation and collaboration platform discussed the evolution of content marketing and the role of generative AI tools in enhancing effectiveness and efficiency. Sophia emphasized the importance of human input and the need for marketing teams to focus on high-value content while using AI for less valuable tasks and also explored the use cases of AI in marketing, such as repurposing content, and the importance of understanding the target audience. Our conversation with Sophia Solanki was insightful and enlightening. It sheds light on the evolving landscape of content marketing and the role of AI in shaping its future. As we continue to explore these topics, it's clear that the success of content marketing lies in having a solid strategy and understanding the target audience, rather than relying solely on tools.TopicsThe Shift Towards Leaner Marketing Teams The Trend Toward Quality Content Repurposing Content with AI Building a Successful Content Strategy AI as a Marketer The Impact of AI Tools on Time to Market The Challenges and Strategies for Staying Focused in a Competitive Industry Building a Business with No Single RecipeBeing Open to Experimentation in Product BuildingShow LinksVisit NarratoConnect with Sophia Solanki on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with David Khim 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, Alexa Kilroy, the Director of Marketing at stay.ai discussed her journey into marketing, her unique approach to learning and marketing, the importance of branding, the direction of marketing in the industry, building a B2B brand, prioritizing marketing initiatives, content marketing, staffing the marketing team, and the qualities they look for in marketers. She also touched on the connection between teaching and marketing and the challenges of dealing with notification fatigue. Alexa's journey from education to marketing is as fascinating as it is inspiring, and her unique approach to marketing is something I believe we can all learn from.TopicsTransition to Brand and Marketing Leadership The Weird Marketer Measuring Brand Efforts Marketing Strategies: Brand vs. Revenue FocusBuilding a B2B Brand in Today's WorldContent Marketing as a Revenue Driver Building an Adaptable Marketing Team CultureNotification Fatigue and the Need to Take a BreakThe Power of Being Authentic and True to OneselfShow LinksVisit stay.aiConnect with Alexa Kilroy on LinkedIn and TwitterConnect with David Khim 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/

Suzanne Kagan, VP of Marketing at Anyword, discusses the hype cycle of generative AI, content quality, expanding skill sets in marketing, and balancing work and parenthood.

Sandy Mangat, Head of Marketing at Pocus, shares her background in product marketing and the journey into her role. They discuss the concept of product-led sales, the power of naming and branding, and creating a cult following for Pocus. The conversation also covers shifting positioning to a revenue data platform, the importance of mentors and advisors, and proactive engagement for customer success.

Welcome to another insightful episode of the "Kitchen Side" series of the Long Game. Today, we delve into a thought-provoking discussion with Alex Birkett, Allie Decker, and David Ly Khim, the co-founders of Omniscient Digital. We explore various topics related to the marketing industry, with a particular focus on the role of storytelling in content marketing.They debate its significance, application in different contexts and its purpose in content marketing and touch on other topics such as CEO focus areas, hard truths in the SaaS industry, the importance of honesty and validation in marketing, the fear of failure, and taking risks, creating a culture that embraces failure, SEO tips, and the importance of understanding the reader's perspective in content creation.Listen and learn insights that will help you navigate the ever-changing landscape of digital marketing.TopicsThe Role of Storytelling in Content MarketingDebunking the Myth of Marketing as StorytellingUsing Personal Anecdotes in ContentDebating the Role of Storytelling in MarketingDefining A PlayersBuilding Systems and RedundancyThe importance of Taking Risks and Embracing FailureEncouraging Openness Around Failure in OrganizationsBalancing SEO and User ExperienceThe Challenge of Noise and Distractions in the IndustryShow 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/

Kyle Denhoff, the Director of New Media at HubSpot, discussed the concept of every company being a media company and whether it applies to all businesses, and the challenges of applying traditional marketing strategies to new channels like podcasts and YouTube.He also touched on the potential for partnerships in the creator economy and the effectiveness of using video content for B2B brands and emphasize the importance of finding unique niches, providing value, and leveraging partnerships in the media space. This episode also talked about measurement and attribution for media properties and the importance of finding the right mix of strategies for a brand or marketer.TopicsThe Shift in Marketing StrategyThe Role of Media in Marketing Driving Demand through YouTubeStruggling with DiversificationLong-Term CommitmentThe Creator Economy and Monetization Opportunities The Potential for Growth in the Creator EconomyProductivity HackBelief about MarketingCommitting to a Marketing MixShow LinksVisit HubSpotConnect with Kyle Denhoff 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/