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Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!Embark on a journey through the world of MarTech consulting with us, Courtney McAra and Grant Gregorian. Together, we peel back the layers of our industry, revealing the triumphs and trials that come with the territory of being consultants. Tapping into our personal stories, you'll hear firsthand the challenges we've faced and the exhilarating sense of freedom that comes from striking out on our own. Whether you're a seasoned consultant or a fresh face in the field, our candid conversations promise a trove of knowledge to empower your career path, packed with actionable insights and a supporting community touch.In the spirit of sharing and support, we delve into the essentials of launching your consulting enterprise, touching on the often-overlooked legal intricacies and financial considerations. Our episode traverses from the practicalities of finding your footing with pricing strategies to the discipline of managing remote work—especially timely given the current global landscape. With Grant adding his rich perspective to the mix, we bring to life the collective wisdom that underscores our consulting experiences. Tune in for a session that not only enlightens but also fosters the growth of a community eager to share valuable tips and support each other through this dynamic consulting journey.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsSupport the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!Unlock the secrets of effective project management with Blaine Tetterton, who brings her wealth of experience from theater management to marketing and revenue operations. Blaine's journey is nothing short of fascinating, and in this episode, she shares how skills honed from managing the chaos of the stage have seamlessly translated to her current role. Plus, get the inside scoop on an upcoming event in the Raleigh-Durham area where experts will discuss the transformative impact of AI on marketing.Dive deep into the nitty-gritty of structuring day-to-day workflows and managing workloads efficiently. We go beyond the basics, discussing advanced project management training and the integration of softer skills to elevate overall effectiveness. Blaine sheds light on capacity modeling and resource management, cautioning against the common but flawed assumption that a 40-hour work week equals full capacity. Learn how to use project management tools to better estimate task durations and make a compelling case for additional resources.Join us as we dissect the balance between setting effective KPIs and managing complexity within varying team sizes and stages of maturity. From the strategic use of project management tools to the debate between Agile and Waterfall methodologies, this episode is packed with practical advice and real-world examples. Blaine and I share our experiences, emphasizing the need for simplicity, adaptability, and the right balance of metrics to ensure your project management approach is both efficient and effective. Don't miss out on this valuable conversation that bridges the worlds of theater and business.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!What motivates a seasoned lawyer to swap legal briefs for bed linens? Tune in as we sit down with Vivian McCormick, the brilliant co-founder and CEO of Wilet, a Canadian linens and bedding company. Vivian takes us on her transformative journey from the legal world to entrepreneurship, sharing profound insights about her time as in-house counsel at the Business Development Bank of Canada, and how it ignited her passion for building businesses. Discover how she navigated the leap from practicing law to launching Willit, complete with lessons learned about legal complexities, rebranding, and international expansion.Resource management and adaptability are crucial in today's volatile economic landscape, and Vivian shares her strategic approach to these challenges. From making swift decisions to optimizing resources, we discuss how businesses can thrive in times of both abundance and shortage. Learn about the necessity of being agile, cutting down on unnecessary expenses, and managing growth sustainably—all skills that have become even more critical in the wake of the pandemic. Finally, delve into the nuances of strategic decision-making, branding, and SEO challenges. Vivian, alongside our hosts, explores the importance of blending thorough analysis with intuition, especially when facing the competitive landscape of SEO. From rebranding efforts to creating quality content that resonates with humans over algorithms, this episode offers invaluable insights into building a successful brand. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, this conversation will equip you with strategies to navigate the multifaceted world of running a business.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!Can marketing operations truly be considered a part of traditional marketing, or does it stand as its own unique discipline? Join us in this thought-provoking episode of OpsCast as we explore this question from multiple angles, diving into the essential roles and responsibilities that define marketing operations. Hear from Mike Rizzo as he delves into the origins of this contentious debate, intended more to spark conversation than controversy, and listen to Michael Hartmann and Naomi Liu as they share their differing viewpoints on the operational focus and technological intersections of marketing ops.In this episode, we dissect the distinct roles within marketing operations and sales operations, highlighting the unique skill sets required for each. By drawing on personal experiences and real-world examples from LinkedIn discussions, we unpack the challenges faced by marketing ops professionals and explore the intriguing possibility of career transitions between marketing ops and field marketing. We highlight the importance of early collaboration and proactive communication to improve efficiency and effectiveness within marketing teams, stressing the need for marketing ops to be seen as a strategic, rather than just supportive, function.Finally, the conversation shifts to the necessity of clear role definitions and effective communication of achievements within marketing operations. We underscore the strategic value that marketing ops brings to go-to-market planning and emphasize the vital role of celebrating successes to ensure recognition from senior leadership. As we look ahead to the upcoming Mops-Apalooza event, we share our excitement about the discussions that will further illuminate the critical role of marketing operations in today's data-driven landscape. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the evolving field of marketing operations and why it deserves recognition as a cornerstone of modern marketing strategy.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On today's episode, we talk with returning guest Raja Walia, Founder and CEO of GNW Consulting. With over 20 years of experience, Raja shares his journey from solopreneur to leading a 16-person marketing operations agency. He also introduces a new framework designed to help marketing and revenue ops professionals articulate their value and navigate the ever-evolving landscape of Martech.Tune in to hear:The unexpected challenges and lessons of building a marketing ops agency from the ground up.How to navigate the complexities of Martech consolidation and budget cuts.The development and application of a new framework to articulate the value of marketing and revenue operations.Strategies for improving cross-team alignment and collaboration between marketing, sales, and customer success.Real-world examples of how marketing ops teams can secure budget and drive impact.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On today's episode, we walk with Jeremy Steinbring, Founder of RevOnyx, a Revenue Operations agency. Prior to starting RevOnyx, Jeremy led a Salesforce practice at another consultancy. Before that, he held several leadership roles in GTM & Product at companies focused on CRM, Salesforce, Hubspot and other platforms. He has also held business systems leadership roles, and has even worked in retail banking and insurance. Tune in to hear: -From retail banking to leading a Salesforce practice, and eventually founding Revonix, Jeremy discusses the key moments and decisions that shaped his career.-Learn about the importance of a holistic approach to revenue operations and why simplifying tech stacks can lead to greater efficiency and profitability.-Explore how AI and automation are transforming RevOps roles and what this means for the future of the industry.-Insight into where RevOps should sit within an organization for maximum impact and how it can align with overall business goals.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!In today's episode, we talk with Asher Mathew, Co-Founder and CEO of Partnership Leaders. Partnership Leaders is a private network built to elevate the role of partner teams in their companies. Prior to Partnership Leaders, Asher held senior leadership roles in partnerships and GTM,  including roles at Demandbase, Avalara and LeanData.  Tune in to hear: - Asher explain the concept of operational debt, its impact on businesses, and how it parallels technical debt.- The evolution and importance of partner go-to-market motions like co-sell, co-market, and co-serve.- The critical elements of building and funding communities, maintaining their ethos, and ensuring stakeholder support.- The unique role of partner marketers and the need for better internal support to enhance external effectiveness.- The benefits and challenges of strategic partnerships and co-building initiatives in today's business landscape.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!Unlock the secrets of AI's role in transforming search marketing with insights from Adi Abdurab, Senior Marketing Content Manager at KodeKloud. Explore how AI has evolved from the rudimentary visions of the 1970s to the cutting-edge large language models like BERT, Lambda, and MUM, which enhance our interactions with search engines. Adi and Michael dive into the progress of AI technology, shedding light on how it better understands human dialects and thought patterns, making it an integral part of our everyday digital experiences.They complex challenges AI faces in the realm of search marketing. From deciphering user intent to combating the flood of AI-generated content, Adi shares real-world examples and personal experiences, including the competitive landscape of SEO in the semiconductor industry. They reflect on the paradoxes of AI development, scrutinize historical AI failures, and discuss the implications of Google's content filtering on SEO strategies. This chapter promises a nuanced view of the hurdles and triumphs in AI-enhanced search marketing.They also address the limitations and future prospects of AI in content creation and search personalization. Discover how AI is reshaping online privacy concerns and the evolving landscape of content generation, from improving technical accuracy to streamlining processes like translations. They ponder the potential advancements in voice recognition and localized content, emphasizing the enduring appeal of traditional reading formats. Engage with them as they journey through expert insights and future expectations for AI's impact on search marketing.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!Ever wondered what it takes to transition from a corporate giant to a nimble startup? Join us as we sit down with Rosalyn Santa Elena, the visionary founder and Chief Revenue Operations Officer of The RevOps Collective, who shares her compelling journey from finance and product marketing into the dynamic field of revenue operations. Rosalyn unveils the motivations and challenges of leaving a stable role in a large enterprise to build something innovative from scratch. Learn about the learning curves she tackled, the risks she embraced, and the immense satisfaction she found in creating new processes and systems from the ground up.Rosalyn's story doesn’t stop at career transitions. She dives into her rewarding experience as an advisor and coach, helping businesses scale and optimize their revenue operations. Discover how she shifted from equity-based advising to solopreneurship and the joy she finds in one-on-one coaching with ops professionals. Rosalyn opens up about balancing a demanding career with motherhood, sharing personal anecdotes and drawing parallels between professional leadership and parenting. Her insights aim to inspire those navigating similar challenges, offering a candid look at the struggles and triumphs of being a working mother.In an era of remote work and heightened workplace empathy, Rosalyn emphasizes the importance of human connections and transparency. She discusses breaking down communication silos and fostering collaboration among marketing, sales, and customer success operations. Through her experiences, Rosalyn highlights the critical need for understanding the entire business landscape and how RevOps professionals can elevate their impact by integrating their efforts across departments. Tune in to gain invaluable advice on building cross-functional relationships, managing career and family life, and discovering the evolving roles within sales and marketing operations.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!Unlock the secrets to mastering marketing analytics with insights from Shivani Bhatt! As the Director of MarTech Solutions and Analytics at CloudFlare, Shivani shares her incredible journey and the pivotal moments that shaped her career. From building marketing ops teams at S&P and Adobe to addressing the critical gaps in understanding analytics in marketing and sales, this episode promises to elevate your data analysis skills.We tackle the misconceptions about dashboards and explore the often-overlooked value of well-prepared data sets. Through Shivani's experiences, we discuss the importance of creativity and clear communication in data analysis. Hear how she navigates the complexities of managing vast data volumes and why refining reports is essential to keep stakeholders confident in data quality. This conversation is packed with practical strategies to go beyond traditional dashboards.Finally, we delve into foundational steps in marketing analytics and essential learning strategies. Discover how mastering basic Excel functionalities and leveraging online resources can incrementally build your knowledge. We also explore the emerging role of AI in marketing and its collaborative potential. This episode is a treasure trove of real-world advice, equipping you to bridge the gap in marketing analytics and enhance your data analysis prowess.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show