

Social Media Marketing Podcast
Michael Stelzner, Social Media Examiner
Publishing weekly since 2012, this show helps marketers navigate the ever changing marketing jungle with expert interviews from leading marketing pros. Join Social Media Examiner’s founder Michael Stelzner as he helps you discover new strategies and actionable tips to improve your marketing. Show notes at Socialmediaexaminer.com/podcast/
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Aug 21, 2025 • 48min
Educational Video Ads: The Secret to More Leads and Sales
Aleric Heck, author of 'Video Authority' and founder of Ad Outreach, shares insights on how to transform video content into a powerful lead generation tool. He discusses the ceiling many face with organic videos and introduces a three-part video ad framework that optimizes storytelling and conversion psychology. Aleric explains the role of AI in crafting engaging ads and highlights the importance of product integration in educational content. Listeners learn innovative techniques for maximizing viewer engagement and boosting conversions.

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Aug 14, 2025 • 47min
Emotional Targeting: A Proven Path to More Leads and Sales
Talia Wolf, a conversion rate optimization strategist and founder of GetUplift, dives into the transformative power of emotional targeting in marketing. She shares insights from her book, emphasizing how emotions drive consumer decisions. Talia discusses practical methods to align marketing strategies with customer emotions, including the importance of using real customer language. She also highlights the need for emotional audits to refine approaches and boost engagement. Tune in for strategies that promise to turn your marketing into a heart-winning success!

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Aug 7, 2025 • 45min
5 Reasons Your Content Is Failing and How to Fix It
Scott Murray, author of 'Undeniably Human Content,' brings his expertise as a content strategist to discuss why content often fails to connect with audiences. He highlights the importance of humanization in marketing, advocating for authentic storytelling over superficial tactics. The conversation covers the shift from one-way communication to engaging two-way interactions, emphasizing community building on social media. Scott also shares insights on adapting company culture for better audience understanding and creating emotionally resonant content.

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Jul 31, 2025 • 46min
Building Trust in a Changing World: How to Make a Lasting Impact
In this engaging discussion, Alex Cattoni, a marketing strategist and founder of Copy Posse, explores the crucial importance of trust in today's skeptical market. She shares three key principles for building lasting trust: prioritizing context, embracing authentic conversations over automation, and focusing on transformative value. Alex highlights the power of personal connections in marketing, emphasizing authentic engagement and transparency as vital strategies for fostering loyalty. Tune in for practical insights to elevate your marketing approach!

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Jul 24, 2025 • 46min
The Power of Identify: Building Lifelong Customers
Veronica Romney, an expert in identity marketing and author of *Identity Marketing*, dives deep into the transformative power of seeing customers as integral parts of your brand story. She shares how flouting traditional strategies can create lifelong fans. Listeners learn the four key stages of identity marketing: find, validate, name, and activate. Veronica also discusses case studies, including the importance of genuine customer feedback, and demonstrates how creative marketing campaigns can powerfully engage audiences and solidify brand loyalty.

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Jul 17, 2025 • 46min
YouTube Scripting Strategies That Sell: A Proven Model for Success
In this episode, Salma Jafri, a video strategist and YouTube coach, shares her expertise in turning YouTube videos into revenue-generating machines. She reveals the power of strategic scripting, leveraging psychological triggers to boost sales. Topics include crafting compelling offers, establishing credibility with authentic storytelling, and the importance of effective calls to action. Salma also discusses viewer engagement strategies and the value of personalized content, ensuring creators keep their audience captivated while driving results.

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Jul 10, 2025 • 53min
Making Customer Stories Profitable: A Proven Framework
Joel Klettke, a conversion copywriter and former co-founder of Case Study Buddy, dives into turning customer wins into powerful marketing narratives. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration for effective storytelling and shares a six-element framework to gather compelling customer success stories. Discussing the role of AI in enhancing marketing strategies, he provides interview techniques to draw out authentic responses. Lastly, he introduces the 'Nibble Bite Snack Meal' framework, focusing on audience engagement and action-oriented language to captivate listeners.

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Jul 3, 2025 • 47min
How to Use a Personal Brand for Exposure, Leads, and Sales
Rory Vaden, co-founder of the Brand Builders Group and co-host of the Influential Personal Brand Podcast, shares insights on building a personal brand. He emphasizes the importance of identifying your audience and weaving personal stories into your branding. The discussion also covers harnessing data and AI for effective marketing strategies, creating service-centered content, and engaging through the QAC model. Lastly, Vaden introduces the 4Fs for monetizing personal content by fostering genuine relationships over broadcasting.

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Jun 26, 2025 • 46min
Advanced Messaging Strategy: Making Your Product a Must Have
Katelyn Bourgoin, a buyer psychologist and founder of Why We Buy, shares insights on making products essential through advanced messaging strategies. She emphasizes the need to address real customer pain points instead of relying on demographics. Katelyn discusses the significance of thorough research in understanding consumer needs and suggests using compelling messaging that highlights positive solutions. Real-world examples from brands like Snickers and Nike illustrate how effective communication can deepen customer connections and enhance marketing success.

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Jun 19, 2025 • 44min
LinkedIn Video Strategy: Becoming a Respected Industry Leader
Louise Brogan, author of 'Raise Your Visibility on LinkedIn' and founder of a LinkedIn video strategy agency, shares her expertise on establishing authority through video. She discusses the PREP framework for engaging content, emphasizing authentic storytelling and the power of analytics. Key tips for recording high-quality videos and using AI tools for editing are also revealed. Brogan highlights the importance of compelling text and transcripts for maximizing audience engagement, while exploring new video features that can enhance visibility and foster connections.