Marketing Against The Grain

Marketing Against The Grain

Kipp Bodnar (HubSpot’s CMO) and Kieran Flanagan (Zapier’s CMO), lead you down the rabbit hole of marketing trends, growth tactics and innovation. On the way you’ll pick up undiscovered strategies to give you that slight edge for success. These are not your typical twitter thread regurgitated marketing tactics that everyone is doing. These are new methods, with unfiltered examination of successful fresh ideas.

  1. 11 HR AGO

    The Marketing Tactics I Used to Build & Sell a $100M Brand

    Ep. 278 Is focusing on short-term ROAS holding your brand back? Kieran and Kipp dive into the big picture of long-term brand building over immediate financial gains, sharing insights from Preston Rutherford's (Co Founder of Chubbies) journey to building and selling a $100M brand. Learn more on avoiding the pitfalls of short-term thinking, the importance of blending creative and media functions, and the benefits of producing high-quality, in-house content for sustained brand awareness. Mentions Preston Rutherford https://www.linkedin.com/in/prestonr/ Chubbies https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/ Marathon https://www.marathondataco.com/ Shopify https://www.shopify.com/ We’re creating our next round of content and want to ensure it tackles the challenges you’re facing at work or in your business. To understand your biggest challenges we’ve put together a survey and we’d love to hear from you! https://bit.ly/matg-research Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    50 min
  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    Will Google's AI Experiment Replace Search Engines?

    Ep. 277 Can Google's AI experiment render traditional search engines obsolete? Kipp and Kieran dive into the potential transformative impact of AI on search engines and user experience in this episode. Learn more on the integration of AI into search and its implications, the latest innovations like Search GPT and Google's Learn About, and strategies for marketers to thrive amidst evolving search technologies. Mentions Google’s Learn About https://learning.google.com/experiments/learn-about/signup NotebookLM https://notebooklm.google/ SearchGPT https://chatgpt.com/search Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re creating our next round of content and want to ensure it tackles the challenges you’re facing at work or in your business. To understand your biggest challenges we’ve put together a survey and we’d love to hear from you!  How to Participate:  click the link https://bit.ly/matg-research We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    34 min
  3. 7 NOV

    Revealing the 2024 Marketing Strategy of a $200M Founder

    Ep. 276 How can AI tools revolutionize your marketing strategy and give you a competitive edge? Kip and Kieran dive into the future of AI-driven marketing and how a $200M founder uses these tools to stay ahead with Ryan Deiss (The Scalable Company). Learn more on transforming unstructured customer data into valuable insights, creating and testing style guides efficiently with AI, and rediscovering the crucial art of copywriting in today's digital landscape. Mentions Ryan Deiss https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryandeiss/ The Scalable Company https://scalable.co/ Warrior Forum https://www.warriorforum.com/ Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    43 min
  4. 5 NOV

    Surprising AI-Marketing Opportunities Driving INSANE Results ft. Neil Patel & Eric Siu

    Ep. 275 Are the AI-driven opportunities really driving insane results? This week we dive into the surprising AI-marketing strategies that are reshaping the landscape with Neil Patel and Eric Siu of the Marketing School podcast. Every marketer can revolutionize their approach by embracing AI tools, diversifying their SEO efforts, and repurposing content across multiple platforms. Learn more on the evolving definition of SEO, the importance of an omnichannel strategy, and the future of marketing in the AI era. Mentions Neil Patel https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilkpatel/ Eric Siu https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericosiu/ Marketing School Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-school-digital-marketing-and-online/id1138869817 Accenture https://www.accenture.com/ Napkin AI https://www.napkin.ai/ Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    34 min
  5. 31 OCT

    4 AI Tools To Help You Create Viral Content & Get Leads Ft. Clay.com

    Ep. 274 Can AI really scale your content creation while keeping your brand consistent?  Kipp and Kieran dive into the transformative role of AI tools in modern marketing and how they can make your content go viral with guests Scott Tousley (Head of Content at Clay) and Bruno Estrella (Head of Growth Marketing at Clay). Learn more on using Visual Electric to create brand-aligned images at scale, the importance of systems thinking for marketing teams, and how integrating AI like Yarn can revolutionize personalized video content. Mentions Clay https://www.clay.com/ Scott Tousley https://www.linkedin.com/in/scotttousley/ Bruno Estrella https://www.linkedin.com/in/brunoestrella/ Visual Electric https://visualelectric.com/ Yarn https://www.yarn.so/ Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    41 min
  6. 29 OCT

    Claude's HUGE Double Update: Computer Control + Sonnet 3.5 (New)

    Ep. 273 What happens when machines start making decisions instead of humans? Kipp and Kieran dive into one of the biggest AI updates of the year, exploring the implications of Claude's new features on our professional and personal lives. Learn more about the potential of Claude’s computer use API, the innovative abilities of Claude Sonnet 3.5, and the future of B2B automation.  Mentions Sonnet 3.5 https://www.anthropic.com/claude/sonnet Trung T. Phan https://x.com/TrungTPhan Replit https://replit.com/ Cursor https://www.cursor.com/ Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    22 min
  7. 24 OCT

    Speaking to an Ai Avatar Ready to Take Your Sales Job ft 1mind CEO

    Ep. 272 Can an AI avatar be your new sales hire? Kipp and Kieran dive into the future of sales with AI, exploring how virtual assistants can transform the way businesses grow and operate. They are joined by Amanda Kahlow (CEO and Founder of 1mind). Amanda introduces them to Mindy, a virtual seller and avatar. Learn more about the strengths of AI avatars in business scenarios, the transformative potential of AI in sales processes, and how AI can handle complex tasks to optimize efficiency.  Mentions Amanda Kahlow https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandakahlow/ 1mind https://www.1mind.com/ Kevin Weil https://x.com/kevinweil Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    36 min
  8. 22 OCT

    The $86B Marketing Playbook Behind Airbnb w/ Global CMO Hiroki Asai

    Ep. 271 How do you manage $86B worth of marketing strategy while staying culturally relevant? Kipp and Kieran dive into the innovative marketing playbook behind Airbnb with their Global CMO Hiroki Asai. Learn more on structuring teams to balance short-term optimizations with long-term goals, creating unforgettable campaigns that drive year-round engagement, and fostering a creative environment that leads to continuous innovation. Mentions Hiroki Asai https://www.linkedin.com/in/hiroki-asai-a44137110/ Airbnb https://www.airbnb.com/ Airbnb Barbie House https://news.airbnb.com/barbies-malibu-dreamhouse-is-back-on-airbnb-but-this-time-kens-hosting/ Resource [Free] Steal our favorite AI Prompts featured on the show! Grab them here: https://clickhubspot.com/aip We’re on Social Media! Follow us for everyday marketing wisdom straight to your feed YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtXqPiNV8YC0GMUzY-EUFg  Twitter: https://twitter.com/matgpod  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matgpod  Join our community https://landing.connect.com/matg Thank you for tuning into Marketing Against The Grain! Don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Apple Podcasts (so you never miss an episode)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-against-the-grain/id1616700934   If you love this show, please leave us a 5-Star Review https://link.chtbl.com/h9_sjBKH and share your favorite episodes with friends. We really appreciate your support. Host Links: Kipp Bodnar, https://twitter.com/kippbodnar   Kieran Flanagan, https://twitter.com/searchbrat  ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

    39 min

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Kipp Bodnar (HubSpot’s CMO) and Kieran Flanagan (Zapier’s CMO), lead you down the rabbit hole of marketing trends, growth tactics and innovation. On the way you’ll pick up undiscovered strategies to give you that slight edge for success. These are not your typical twitter thread regurgitated marketing tactics that everyone is doing. These are new methods, with unfiltered examination of successful fresh ideas.

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