Toda'ys episode is a keynote I did in Cancún, Mexico, I talk about one of the most common challenges entrepreneurs and businesses face: Whether to hire someone to create content or do it themselves. We dive into why social media content is the single biggest financial unlock in today’s world — and it’s free. I break down how to actually get good at it, what most creators and entrepreneurs get wrong, and how to use content to grow your business and your brand. If you’re serious about winning in

I got a lot of great feedback from last week's episode on how to create explosive growth in your business. So today I'd like to expand on that topic a bit and start laying out the steps to make it happen.If you're serious about creating explosive growth in your business, let's start by discussing where that sort of growth begins. It's not in your marketing, not yet. It's not in your sales scripts. That comes later. And it's definitely not in whatever new shiny object comes flying across your

Pixability Chief Product Officer Jackie Paulino joins Ari Paparo to discuss how their new AI agent, Pixie, is revolutionizing YouTube ad curation. Discover how Pixability combines data, agentic AI, and human insight to enhance performance, ensure brand safety, and navigate the world of AI-generated video content.Takeaways Pixability introduces Pixie, its first agentic AI tool for YouTube ad curation. Pixie moves beyond GenAI by making decisions and taking actions. Data from years of

We explore how SEO is evolving into a broader visibility strategy that spans AI overviews, chat tools, and omnichannel marketing. Lindsay Halsey shares client-ready frameworks for education, measurement, and execution that turn complexity into clear next steps. • shift from sessions to visibility and share of voice • client education using visuals and live data reviews • GA4 custom channel for AI tool referrals • AI overview tracking and imperfect but useful signals • LLMs.txt and crawl acce...

In today's episode, Brock Johnson shares 8 Instagram carousel ideas that can help boost your engagement, get more views, and grow your followers in 2025. He'll explore how to create high-performing carousel posts that not only capture your audience's attention but also encourage interaction and sharing. Brock will walk you through strategies for using carousels to increase engagement, boost visibility, and take advantage of Instagram's algorithm. Whether you're looking to diversify your content or

Using Stripe — or thinking about it? Here’s what most business owners don’t realize about how Stripe really works compared to a merchant account.If you process payments online, you’ve probably come across Stripe payments — one of the most popular tools for eCommerce stores, SaaS companies, and digital entrepreneurs. But is Stripe really the same as having a merchant account, or do they work differently behind the scenes? In this video, Maria breaks down everything you need to know about how Stripe

Did you like this episode? Dislike it? In this episode, Marc Cerniglia uncovers why “not ready yet” leads are often the ones that turn into your best clients — if you know how to nurture them. Too many law firms let these prospects fade away, simply because they don’t have the systems to stay in touch. Marc explains how simple content strategies like email newsletters, blogs, and social media can quietly build trust and ensure you’re the firm they remember when they’re finally ready to hire....

We’ve all been fed the idea that “more is more” when it comes to growing your brand… but what if doing less is actually the key to unlocking your next level?Mei Pak is the founder of Creative Hive, and she’s built multiple 7-figure handmade businesses while completely ditching the hustle mentality. She started out making just $3/hour in her first year of business, but after shifting her strategy and simplifying her approach, she went on to build thriving businesses without relying on Etsy or

You feel like you're on a hamster wheel, doing everything you can, but your clientele and income aren't growing. But what if the metrics you're tracking, like pre-booking and retail sales, are actually irrelevant to your success?  I am not a fan of coaching systems and coaching models where every stylist needs to reach the same level of metrics in order to be deemed successful. Times are changing and the world is faster, so today I want to talk about the 9 numbers that will predict if a stylist is

Most course creators get excited about detailed targeting, but that’s where they end up wasting the most money. ‍‍ ‍‍ Cut your lead gen costs in HALF with my $37 mini-course–NOW only $17!Watch Episode 972: Troubleshooting Facebook and Instagram Ads Increase in Cost Per Lead ‍‍ ‍‍ I break down when detailed targeting actually makes sense, how to layer vs. narrow your interests, and the audience size sweet spot that keeps your costs low. I also call out the common targeti...

It's the question I've been getting a lot of lately, which is like a general question, which is what's the best way to do social media ads? The answer is, it depends. However, there is a Holy Trinity to shoot for, and if you can pull this off, and I...

#298 Q&A | OK I asked my team for some questions; a bit of a mailbag type of episode. So I sat down solo for this one and answered 15 questions from the Exit Five team about work, life, marketing, and everything in between. We got into everything from my daily routine and how I think about LinkedIn, to the best career advice I’ve ever gotten, what I’m reading, and a few personal stories I’ve never shared before.Timestamps(00:00) - – Intro(02:08) - – What’s your LinkedIn content

Joe Pulizzi goes deeper into his "three-year window" theory and shares three unconventional strategies creators can use to build real connection before AI changes how audiences find and consume content. These moves — collaboration, physical experiences, and shared memory — create the kind of trust algorithms can't replicate. Key Takeaways: Turn your audience into collaborators. Your audience doesn't just want to consume — they want to contribute. From small communities to co-created projects,

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Tired of thinking of your business plan as just another piece of bureaucratic paperwork? In this episode, 30-year business veteran and planning expert Claire Pickens flips the script, revealing how your business plan is actually a living, breathing document that holds the key to your success and funding. She breaks down why the passion, story, and "secret sauce" you bring to the table are far more valuable than any AI-generated template.This episode is a must-listen for any wantrepreneur

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RS Raghavan, CEO and Co-Founder of Animaker, joins the podcast to share how his passion for visual storytelling inspired a platform that makes video creation as easy as building a PowerPoint.RS explains how Animaker has evolved from a simple editing tool into an AI-powered platform that lets anyone generate videos from text prompts, turning what once took weeks into minutes. He discusses how marketers use video to boost engagement across sales, training, and social media, and why storytelling

On this episode Buddy sits down with Alex Bailey of Alex B Carpentry, LLC a former office manager who walked away from the desk to build things that actually matter to people every day. Alex now specializes in human-centered custom carpentry — cabinetry, millwork, and retrofit solutions designed around how clients live in their homes, not just how rooms "should" look on paper. He brings a rare mix of craftsmanship, consulting, and problem-solving that general contractors and homeowners trust when

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how WNBA viewership did the year after the ‘Caitlin Clark Effect’ hit the league, what social media will do to full-game viewership growth, and what advertisers should be paying attention to most amidst this surge in women’s sports. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host, Marcus Johnson, and Analysts Marisa Jones and Paola Flores-Marquez. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.To learn more about our research and get access to PRO+ go

Click here to book a free strategy session if you want to grow to 5-10k monthly downloads in 6 months or less and have a fully monetized podcast without replying on social media, paid promotions or high profile guests.Are you putting in hours creating episodes but still struggling to grow your podcast audience — even though you’re “doing everything right”?Most podcasters are unknowingly building their show without a blueprint — just like constructing a house without plans. You’ve got the tools,