CMO Confidential

Title: "Leadership in Turbulent Times: Sally Henderson Talks Stability, Structure, and the Myth of Imposter Syndrome"Description:In this enlightening episode of CMO Confidential, host Mike Linton, a five-time CMO, sits down with Sally Henderson, the renowned High Stakes Leadership Mentor who has coached over 5000 executives. Broadcasting from across the pond, Sally shares invaluable insights on the executive quest for stability and control, the critical need for space and time for teams to define their presence, and strategies to stay poised when business challenges arise. Delve into discussions on the metaphorical description of the color green for inconsistent expectations, the limitations of job descriptions, and the debunking of imposter syndrome. Plus, discover why marketing is considered "a very naked job."Keywords: Leadership Coaching, Executive Stability, Team Dynamics, Imposter Syndrome, Marketing Leadership, Sally Henderson, Mike Linton, Business StrategyHashtags: #LeadershipMentor #ExecutiveCoaching #ImposterSyndrome #MarketingLeadership #CMOConfidential #BusinessStrategyShow Notes:0:00 - Introduction to the episode and guests Mike Linton and Sally Henderson. - Sally Henderson discusses the importance of stability and control for executives. - The significance of allowing teams and leaders the space to define how they show up in the workplace. - How preparation and structured approaches can prevent panic in downturns. - Exploring the metaphor of describing the color green for setting expectations. - Debunking the utility of job descriptions in defining actual job roles. - Challenging the overuse of imposter syndrome and labeling it as an imposter itself. - Sally on why marketing is "a very naked job" and the vulnerabilities it exposes. - Concluding insights and takeaways from Sally Henderson's leadership mentoringSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

PART 2 - A CMO Confidential Interview with Rishad Tobaccowala, former agency CEO, Publicis Strategy & Growth Officer, author and podcaster. Rishad joins us for a second time to discuss the AI effect on the 4 Horsemen of GDP, why the Google cookie change is a "sideshow," and how SEO may disappear. Key topics include why AI efficiency won't be a differentiator, vendor management and "The Octopus Strategy," and why the size of your customer base and wallets are keys to long-term success. Tune in to hear how platforms may disrupt marketers like they disrupted media companies. The second part of this show will be released next week.🎙️ Exclusive CMO Confidential Interview with Rishad Tobaccowala🤖 AI's Impact on the 4 Horsemen of GDP & Beyond🍪 Debunking the Google Cookie Change Hype📊 Future of SEO and Digital Marketing Strategies💡 Key insights on AI efficiency, vendor management, and the Octopus Strategy🚀 How customer base size and spending power drive long-term success📢 Discussing how platforms are disrupting marketing🎧 Stay tuned for Part 2 next week!Keywords: Rishad Tobaccowala, AI in Marketing, Google Cookie Change, SEO Future, Digital Marketing, CMO Insights, Business Strategy, Vendor Management, Customer Base, Marketing DisruptionHashtags: #CMOConfidential #RishadTobaccowala #AIandMarketing #GoogleCookies #SEOFuture #DigitalMarketingTrends #BusinessStrategy #VendorManagement #MarketingDisruptionShow Notes:- Introduction to the podcast and Rishad Tobaccowala - Rishad Tobaccowala's background: Former CEO at Publicis, Strategy & Growth Officer, Author, and Podcaster - AI's effect on the 4 Horsemen of GDP explained- Why Rishad believes the Google cookie change is a "sideshow" - Discussion on the potential disappearance of SEO- Why AI efficiency might not be a key differentiator in the future - Insights into vendor management and "The Octopus Strategy"- The importance of customer base size and wallet share for long-term success- How platforms may disrupt marketers, similar to media companies- Teaser for the next episode and concluding remarksSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A CMO Confidential Interview with Rishad Tobaccowala, former agency CEO, Publicis Strategy & Growth Officer, author and podcaster. Rishad joins us for a second time to discuss the AI effect on the 4 Horsemen of GDP, why the Google cookie change is a "sideshow," and how SEO may disappear. Key topics include why AI efficiency won't be a differentiator, vendor management and "The Octopus Strategy," and why the size of your customer base and wallets are keys to long-term success. Tune in to hear how platforms may disrupt marketers like they disrupted media companies. The second part of this show will be released next week. 🎙️ Exclusive CMO Confidential Interview with Rishad Tobaccowala🤖 AI's Impact on the 4 Horsemen of GDP & Beyond🍪 Debunking the Google Cookie Change Hype📊 Future of SEO and Digital Marketing Strategies💡 Key insights on AI efficiency, vendor management, and the Octopus Strategy🚀 How customer base size and spending power drive long-term success📢 Discussing how platforms are disrupting marketing🎧 Stay tuned for Part 2 next week!Keywords: Rishad Tobaccowala, AI in Marketing, Google Cookie Change, SEO Future, Digital Marketing, CMO Insights, Business Strategy, Vendor Management, Customer Base, Marketing DisruptionHashtags: #CMOConfidential #RishadTobaccowala #AIandMarketing #GoogleCookies #SEOFuture #DigitalMarketingTrends #BusinessStrategy #VendorManagement #MarketingDisruptionShow Notes:0:00 - Introduction to the podcast and Rishad Tobaccowala0:30 - Rishad Tobaccowala's background: Former CEO at Publicis, Strategy & Growth Officer, Author, and Podcaster1:00 - AI's effect on the 4 Horsemen of GDP explained2:00 - Why Rishad believes the Google cookie change is a "sideshow"3:00 - Discussion on the potential disappearance of SEO4:00 - Why AI efficiency might not be a key differentiator in the future5:00 - Insights into vendor management and "The Octopus Strategy"6:00 - The importance of customer base size and wallet share for long-term success7:00 - How platforms may disrupt marketers, similar to media companies8:00 - Teaser for the next episode and concluding remarksSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A CMO Confidential Interview with Bob Liodice, the long-time head of the Association of National Advertisers. Bob highlights the rapid evolution of marketing and the fact that technology is often outpacing the ability of organizations to apply, fully understand, and integrate an ever-expanding toolbox of capabilities. Key topics include how growth can be sacrificed in the name of efficiency, artificial intelligence (of course), the gap in experience and talent between large and small companies, and the thinking that many have "Almost forgotten the need to build the brand." Listen in to hear why marketers need to "move towards the hard stuff," have endless curiosity, and strong left and right brains.- **Introduction:** - CMO Confidential Interview featuring Bob Liodice, long-time head of the Association of National Advertisers (ANA). - Bob's insights into the rapid evolution of marketing and the challenges posed by advancing technology.- **Technology Outpacing Application:** - Highlighting Bob's observation that technology often outpaces organizations' ability to fully understand and integrate its capabilities. - The ever-expanding toolbox and the struggle for seamless integration.- **Efficiency vs. Growth:** - Discussion on the sacrifice of growth in favor of efficiency. - Exploring the delicate balance between streamlining processes and fostering growth.- **Artificial Intelligence Insights:** - Bob's perspectives on the role of artificial intelligence in modern marketing. - How AI is reshaping strategies and decision-making processes.- **Experience and Talent Gap:** - Addressing the experience and talent gap between large and small companies. - Insights into the challenges faced by smaller entities in keeping up with industry advancements.- **Brand Building Priority:** - The observation that many marketers have "almost forgotten the need to build the brand." - The importance of brand building in the era of evolving marketing strategies.- **Moving Towards Challenges:** - Encouragement for marketers to "move towards the hard stuff." - Emphasis on cultivating endless curiosity and balancing strong left and right brains for success.- **SEO-Friendly Keywords:** - Incorporating SEO-friendly keywords such as "Marketing Evolution," "Artificial Intelligence in Marketing," and "Brand Building Challenges."- **Takeaway Message:** - Urging viewers to listen in for insights from Bob Liodice on navigating the complexities of modern marketing. - Inviting comments and thoughts on the challenges and opportunities discussed.- **Conclusion:** - Summarizing key takeaways from the interview. - Encouraging engagement by prompting viewers to share their perspectives on the evolving landscape of marketing and technology.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A CMO Confidential Interview with Kim Whittler, business professor at the University of Virginia and former GM and CMO. Kim joins us for the third time to discuss the recently published UVA case on Budweiser and the series of things that went wrong. Key topics include the chronologic unfolding of events and how a podcast recorded well before the Dylan Mulvaney social media post ended up putting gasoline on the fire, why the impact was underestimated, and how Bud's crisis response messages did even more damage. Key topics include the need to understand both sides of all issues, how to stay true to your brand, and the difference between personal beliefs and customer beliefs. Listen in to hear tips for thinking through and managing in these challenging times. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A CMO Confidential interview with Jim Stengel, the former CMO of P&G, author, podcast host, professor, and CEO of the Jim Stengel Company. Jim discusses how marketing has evolved from "awareness" to "entertainment and attention," the need for constant innovation and creativity, and why your purpose should be directed at making consumer's day-to-day lives better. Key topics include why CMO is 90% Chief and 10% Marketing, team measurement and compensation, and the big differences between the purpose of the brand and cause marketing. Listen in to hear how the idea of sampling the entire population of a country went wrong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A CMO Confidential interview with Jack Myers, the founder of Media Village, author, and Media Ecologist.  Jack discusses the metamorphosis of media agencies, the decline of relationships, and the math commoditization of the industry. Key topics include the generational shift in talent - nearly 2/3 of media folks have been in the business less than 8 years, why "With data dependence we stop thinking" and why the focus on efficiency is reducing strategic thinking. Listen in to hear a great "Throwback Tuesday" story about Crazy Eddie  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A CMO Confidential Interview with Alan Gellman, the founder of Convivo Leadership and former CMO of Esurance and Credible who has coached over 150 executives. Alan discusses how to manage the imposter syndrome, the keys to building influence, and the need to balance choices regarding your leadership practices. Key topics include accepting responsibility, how to manage situations where you are disrespected, and recontracting with your boss - especially during times of turbulence. Listen in to hear why "There's no courage without fear."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A CMO Confidential interview with Dick Satterfield, the founder of Satterfield Rezenbrink Search and former P&G sales leader. Dick discusses career management under the framework of "successful and happy" and outlines why you should constantly be thinking about and evaluating your career. Key topics include why career progression is defined as continuous learning and getting promoted, tips for networking, when is too early or too late to leave, and why counter offers almost always fail . Listen in to hear why you should view the "next job" as a stepping stone versus the perfect landing.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A CMO Confidential interview with Jeff Severts, Deadly Memos author and former Chief Marketing Officer of Ulta, FTD, and Best Buy Europe. Jeff discusses why companies find it hard to do the right thing even with great intentions, why the focus on "objective measures" helps make performance reviews ineffective, and why you should think like a sports general manager. We also discuss rethinking recruiting and interviewing - including comparing resumes for Abraham Lincoln and Richard Nixon, why it's a mistake to make your team think they are "amazing," Listen in to hear how challenging it would be to rate your mother's parenting skills with 5-6 metrics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.