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  1. 1D AGO

    Stop Chasing Keywords Start Building Authority

    In this episode, Alex Milshtein, Head of Organic Growth at AutoDS, breaks down what SEO actually looks like in the AI era, and why old-school SEO strategies just aren’t enough anymore. We talk about why chasing rankings and traffic is becoming less important, and why brands now need to focus on authority, visibility, and being mentioned across the internet. Alex shares how AutoDS rebuilt its SEO strategy by connecting content, YouTube, PR, product, and growth teams instead of keeping everything siloed. He also explains his “second-wave backlink” strategy for earning powerful backlinks naturally, why digital PR is massively underrated right now, and why long-tail educational content is winning in AI search. If you’re a founder, marketer, SEO, or growth leader trying to figure out where search is heading next, this episode is full of practical ideas you can actually apply. Get Your Exclusive AIO Growth Plan - We’ll kick off with a Live AIO Audit to see how shoppers find you, followed by Competitor Research to steal their spotlight: https://lunacal.ai/team/dws/dws-meetings In this episode, we discuss: 00:00 - 01:00: Introduction 01:00 - 03:20: Fixing a Broken SEO Structure 03:20 - 05:40: Why SEO Cannot Work in Silos 05:40 - 07:10: Using Content to Build Trust 07:10 - 08:30: The 12-Hour YouTube Education Strategy 08:30 - 10:00: Why Consistent Messaging Matters in AI Search 10:00 - 12:00: AEO and “Answer First” Content 12:00 - 13:40: Education Content vs Comparison Content 13:40 - 15:20: “Be the Citation or Appear in It” 15:20 - 17:00: Building Downstream Content Paths 17:00 - 18:40: Internal Linking and SEO Structure 18:40 - 21:00: The Second-Wave Backlink Strategy 21:00 - 23:00: Getting High Authority Backlinks Naturally 23:00 - 25:00: Why Digital PR Is Underrated 25:00 - 27:00: Finding Winning Content Ideas 27:00 - 29:00: Cross-Team SEO Brainstorming 29:00 - 31:20: SEO Advice for 2026 31:20 - 33:10: Why Long-Tail Keywords Win 33:10 - 35:30: The Viral “Editor’s Cut” Campaign 35:30 - 38:00: Why Unique Brands Stand Out 38:00 - 40:30: Final Thoughts  Connect with Alex Milshtein  https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-milshtein-20836061/  https://www.autods.com/  FOLLOW US Website: https://www.digitalwebsolutions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/digiwebsol Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dws_global LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-web-solutions./

    41 min

  2. 2D AGO

    Ismael Garcia: Micro Entrepreneurs Replacing Traditional Marketing Specialists

    In this episode, Ismael Garcia, CMO at Civitatis travel app, breaks down the exact strategies helping their team stay ahead in the new era of AI-driven search visibility. From automating millions of customer reviews to scaling content production without growing the team, this conversation explores what modern marketing teams need to do differently in a world shaped by Google AI Overviews, YouTube search, GEO, and LLM discovery. You’ll learn how Ismael: - Reduced manual review processing by 95% using AI - Increased content production 6x without hiring more people - Uses GEO strategies to improve AI search visibility - Aligns SEO, PR, social, affiliates, and content teams together - Builds authority through reviews, UGC, and brand mentions - Uses digital PR to influence generative search rankings - Tracks the signals that actually matter in modern SEO We also dive into why traditional SEO alone is no longer enough, how YouTube and Reddit are shaping AI search results, and why customer trust signals are becoming more important than backlinks. If you're a founder, marketer, SEO strategist, or growth leader trying to understand where search is heading next, this episode gives you a practical framework for adapting your content and growth strategy before the market catches up. Get Your Exclusive AIO Growth Plan - We’ll kick off with a Live AIO Audit to see how shoppers find you, followed by Competitor Research to steal their spotlight: https://lunacal.ai/team/dws/dws-meetings In this episode, we discuss: 00:00 - 00:51: AI Hype vs Real Business Impact 00:51 - 03:10: Using AI To Analyze Millions Of Reviews 03:10 - 04:20: Scaling Content Production Without Hiring 04:20 - 05:15: Why Reviews Matter In AI Search 05:15 - 07:30: The Strategy Behind Getting More Reviews 07:30 - 08:00: Human Connection In Modern Marketing 08:00 - 09:45: AI Video Content And YouTube Growth 09:45 - 11:10: Building A Creator Community Around Travel 11:10 - 14:00: GEO Strategy And AI Search Visibility 14:00 - 15:45: What Influences LLM Search Rankings 15:45 - 18:40: Why Digital PR Matters More Than Ever 18:40 - 20:00: Marketing Metrics That Still Matter 20:00 - 21:20: Brand Search And Customer Retention 21:20 - 22:40: GEO Tools And Visibility Tracking 22:40 - 25:20: Turning Data Into PR Stories 25:20 - 27:30: Skills Needed In Modern Growth Teams 27:30 - 28:30: Why Curious Generalists Are Winning 28:30 - 30:00: Building Brands Around Human Experiences 30:00 - 31:20: Travel, Emotion, And Customer Experience 31:20 - 33:33: Final Advice For Founders And Marketers  Connect with Ismael Garcia  https://www.linkedin.com/in/garciaismael/  http://www.civitatis.com/en/  FOLLOW US Website: https://www.digitalwebsolutions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/digiwebsol Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dws_global LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-web-solutions./

    34 min

  3. 3D AGO

    Richard Conway: Why AI Agents Will Replace Traditional Search Journeys

    In this episode, Richard Conway, CEO at The Optimisers, explains what agentic search, LLM visibility, and AI-driven commerce mean for founders, marketers, and digital leaders today. Instead of optimizing only for Google rankings, companies now need structured data, brand authority, trusted citations, and machine-readable content that AI assistants can confidently recommend. He shares how forward-thinking organizations are preparing for a world where agents, not humans, choose products, compare vendors, and complete purchases automatically. We also explore why website traffic is declining while conversions stay stable, how zero-click behavior is reshaping attribution, and what signals help brands appear inside ChatGPT-style search environments. Richard also breaks down how agencies are building internal AI systems, multi-agent workflows, and data infrastructure to future-proof client performance. If you’re responsible for SEO strategy, digital PR, demand generation, or growth leadership, this conversation will help you prepare for the next evolution of discovery. Get Your Exclusive AIO Growth Plan - We’ll kick off with a Live AIO Audit to see how shoppers find you, followed by Competitor Research to steal their spotlight: https://lunacal.ai/team/dws/dws-meetings In this episode, we discuss: 00:00 - 00:41: Introduction 00:41 - 02:28: Why AI Agents Need Trust and Clean Data 02:28 - 04:17: Building Brand Authority for LLM Search 04:17 - 05:53: Why Old SEO Tactics Will Not Last 05:53 - 07:53: The Story Behind The Optimizers 07:53 - 10:12: Failed Business Ideas and Entrepreneur Lessons 10:12 - 12:59: Biggest SEO Mistakes Small Businesses Make 12:59 - 15:28: Ethical SEO and Building Long-Term Trust 15:28 - 18:34: Why Tracking AI Search Is So Difficult 18:34 - 21:59: Agentic Commerce and the Future of Websites 21:59 - 24:28: Helping Clients Prepare for AI Discovery 24:28 - 26:48: AI Systems Transforming Agency Operations 26:48 - 27:47: Final Thoughts and Where to Connect  Connect with Richard Conway  https://www.linkedin.com/in/pureseo/  http://theoptimisers.com/  FOLLOW US Website: https://www.digitalwebsolutions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/digiwebsol Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dws_global LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-web-solutions./

    28 min

  4. 3D AGO

    Adi Klevit: How Smart SOP Systems Help Founders Scale Faster

    In this episode, Adi Klevit, CEO & Founder at Business Success Consulting Group, explains how agencies and service businesses can systemize operations, capture tribal knowledge, and build scalable workflows that actually support growth. If you're running a marketing agency, digital business, or scaling team, this conversation shows where documentation delivers the biggest ROI, and how to start even if you’re short on time. We cover: - Why undocumented processes block business growth - The biggest operational gaps inside agencies today - How to extract knowledge from your team before it disappears - Where AI improves workflows (and where it creates chaos) - How to prioritize which SOPs to build first - The real difference between tools like Scribe and true process systems - How founders remove themselves from daily operations Adi also shares her framework for turning internal workflows into scalable execution engines that improve consistency, delegation, and client delivery performance. Whether you're building a lean AI-enabled agency or preparing your company for scale, this episode gives a practical roadmap to systemise your business the right way. Get Your Exclusive AIO Growth Plan - We’ll kick off with a Live AIO Audit to see how shoppers find you, followed by Competitor Research to steal their spotlight: https://lunacal.ai/team/dws/dws-meetings In this episode, we discuss: 00:00 - 00:57: Why AI Without Systems Creates Chaos 00:57 - 02:21: First Steps To Fix Business Processes 02:21 - 03:03: Biggest SOP Problems Inside Agencies 03:03 - 05:12: How Adi Started Her Process Consulting Business 05:12 - 06:51: How Their Documentation Process Works 06:51 - 08:06: Testing SOPs Before Team Rollout 08:06 - 09:36: Creating Consistent Team Knowledge Systems 09:36 - 10:45: Why Departments Struggle To Communicate 10:45 - 11:43: Making SOPs Simple And Actionable 11:43 - 14:07: Using Scribe And SOP Tools Effectively 14:07 - 16:03: How AI Improves Business Workflows 16:03 - 17:56: AI, Data Analysis, And Faster Decisions 17:56 - 19:24: Why Human Judgment Still Matters 19:24 - 21:05: Adi’s Daily Habits And Productivity Systems 21:05 - 23:25: How Small Businesses Can Start SOPs 23:25 - 24:31: Where To Connect With Adi Klevit 24:31 - 26:18: Final Thoughts  Connect with Adi Klevit  https://www.linkedin.com/in/adiklevit/  https://bizsuccesscg.com/  FOLLOW US Website: https://www.digitalwebsolutions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/digiwebsol Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dws_global LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-web-solutions./

    26 min

  5. 4D AGO

    Paula Milam: What Most Companies Get Wrong About AI Marketing

    In this episode, Paula Milam, Founder & CEO of TrueStar Marketing, breaks down what’s really happening in marketing right now, and why AI on its own isn’t enough. The real advantage comes from blending strong brand positioning, solid data, and actual human expertise. With tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Google AI making execution faster and easier, a lot of founders are starting to think strategy is becoming commoditized. Paula explains why that thinking can backfire, and what actually separates teams that get real results. It’s not just about using AI, but about having clear processes, clean and structured CRM data, and focusing on what truly drives revenue. We also get into how answer engines decide what content to trust, why technical SEO is becoming even more important in an AI-driven search landscape, and how things like schema and structured content play a role in whether you get surfaced or ignored. If you’re leading marketing for a growing company or running an agency, this conversation will give you a much clearer perspective on what matters now—from the KPIs you track to how you retain clients, use AI effectively, and keep the human edge where it actually counts. Along the way, we touch on the balance between AI and human strategy, what’s changing in SEO and AEO, why trust signals are becoming critical, how better CRM structure can unlock growth, and what it really takes to build a marketing agency that lasts in the next wave of AI. Get Your Exclusive AIO Growth Plan - We’ll kick off with a Live AIO Audit to see how shoppers find you, followed by Competitor Research to steal their spotlight: https://lunacal.ai/team/dws/dws-meetings In this episode, we discuss: 00:00 - 00:14: Introduction 00:14 - 01:04: AI is changing marketing fast 01:04 - 03:10: Why AI tools alone are not enough 03:10 - 05:00: Staying competitive in a commoditized world 05:00 - 07:30: Lessons from building multiple agencies 07:30 - 09:15: The power of team and culture 09:15 - 11:30: How teams should use AI effectively 11:30 - 13:30: Guardrails and risks of AI in business 13:30 - 15:30: Combining brand and data (art vs science) 15:30 - 17:45: Trust, AI, and human behavior 17:45 - 20:30: The future of AI and customer trust 20:30 - 23:00: Using data, analytics, and KPIs 23:00 - 25:30: What actually drives business results 25:30 - 28:00: First 90 days with a client (quick wins) 28:00 - 30:00: Scaling clients and building trust 30:00 - 32:16: Final advice on building a business  Connect with Paula Milam  https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulacomettomilam  https://trustarmarketing.com/  FOLLOW US Website: https://www.digitalwebsolutions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/digiwebsol Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dws_global LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-web-solutions./

    32 min

  6. 4D AGO

    Michelle Riband: How She Builds Trust-Driven Global Marketing

    In this episode of E-Coffee with Experts, Michelle Riband, Head of Product Marketing at Proton, breaks down what it really takes to market privacy-first products in a world dominated by Big Tech. She shares her journey from Meta to Mozilla to Proton, and how those experiences shaped her approach to building trust, staying consistent, and growing responsibly. We explore why privacy is such a hard thing to market, how cultural differences impact global strategies, and what brands need to do to stay visible in an AI-driven search landscape. Michelle also dives into how product marketing and brand storytelling work hand in hand to build credibility, drive adoption, and create long-term growth, even without massive budgets. If you're a founder, marketer, or SEO leader navigating AI disruption, global expansion, and changing consumer expectations, there’s plenty here you can put into action right away. In this conversation, we explore: - How to position privacy in a way people actually understand - What it takes to grow as a challenger brand - How AI search is changing visibility and discovery - Why localisation matters more than translation - Building trust through community and consistency - Practical advice for marketers starting their careers Get Your Exclusive AIO Growth Plan - We’ll kick off with a Live AIO Audit to see how shoppers find you, followed by Competitor Research to steal their spotlight: https://lunacal.ai/team/dws/dws-meetings In this episode, we discuss: 00:00 - 00:30: Introduction 00:30 - 02:10: Michelle’s journey into marketing 02:10 - 03:15: Experience at Meta during major challenges 03:15 - 04:20: Moving to Mozilla and privacy focus 04:20 - 05:00: Why she joined Proton 05:00 - 06:10: Marketing with trust and consistency 06:10 - 07:30: Making privacy easy to understand 07:30 - 08:50: Adapting marketing for different countries 08:50 - 10:00: Features vs benefits in messaging 10:00 - 11:20: Building trust through community and reviews 11:20 - 12:20: Competing with Big Tech as a challenger 12:20 - 13:40: AI search and brand visibility 13:40 - 15:00: Thoughts on AI tools and privacy 15:00 - 17:00: Product marketing and brand storytelling 17:00 - 19:20: Advice for young marketers 19:20 - 20:23: Final thoughts  Connect with Michelle Riband  https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-riband123/  http://protonvpn.com/  FOLLOW US Website: https://www.digitalwebsolutions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/digiwebsol Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dws_global LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-web-solutions./

    20 min

  7. 5D AGO

    Sara Gill: AI Search Is Changing Marketing Attribution Forever

    In this episode of E-Coffee with Experts, Sara Gill, Head of Marketing at U7 Solutions, shares how modern marketing teams can adapt their attribution models, experiment smarter, and build measurable growth strategies across nonprofit and commercial sectors. Sara explains why Google Search still delivers the strongest conversion intent, how AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini are reshaping referral traffic, and what marketers must change inside their reporting workflows today. She also breaks down how storytelling and performance marketing can work together without sacrificing ROI visibility. You’ll learn: - Why Google Search remains the highest-converting channel - Differences between campaign-based and relationship-driven acquisition - Attribution strategies for nonprofits vs high-LTV businesses - How experimentation improves marketing decision-making - Why event-based analytics changed performance reporting forever If you're a founder, CMO, SEO strategist, or digital marketing leader navigating attribution, analytics, and AI search disruption, this episode delivers practical insights you can apply immediately. Get Your Exclusive AIO Growth Plan - We’ll kick off with a Live AIO Audit to see how shoppers find you, followed by Competitor Research to steal their spotlight: https://lunacal.ai/team/dws/dws-meetings In this episode, we discuss: 00:00 - 01:30: Introduction 01:30 - 02:30: Sara’s journey from science to marketing 02:30 - 03:10: Mixing psychology and creativity in marketing 03:10 - 04:30: Nonprofit vs business marketing differences 04:30 - 05:45: High volume vs high value acquisition strategy 05:45 - 06:50: Storytelling vs performance marketing tracking 06:50 - 11:15: AI search impact on website traffic 11:15 - 12:30: Tracking traffic from ChatGPT and Gemini 12:30 - 13:30: Limits of tracking AI search queries 13:30 - 14:25: Using AI data inside marketing reports 14:25 - 14:45: Tracking conversions instead of sessions 14:45 - 16:30: Advice for young marketers 16:30 - 18:05: Rapid-fire questions 18:05 - 18:54: Final thoughts and closing message  Connect with Sara Gill  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-gill/  https://www.u7solutions.com/  FOLLOW US Website: https://www.digitalwebsolutions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/digiwebsol Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dws_global LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-web-solutions./

    19 min

  8. 5D AGO

    Simon Ensor: The Real Reason Agencies Struggle To Scale

    In this episode, Simon Ensor, Director & Head of SEO at Yellowball, breaks down what really makes an agency profitable, and why so many creative businesses struggle to scale even when they’re delivering great results. We dive into the common mistakes agency owners make around pricing, scope, positioning, team incentives, and service structure. Simon shares practical insights on why retainers create stability, how to spot and avoid difficult clients early, and why offering free audits can actually hurt your positioning. If you run an SEO agency, digital marketing consultancy, or any service-based business, this episode will reshape how you think about margins, growth, and building a sustainable agency. In this episode, we cover: - Project work vs retainer models - Why free audits often backfire - Setting boundaries with clients from day one - Incentivising your team for real growth - Productised services vs fully custom work - Preventing scope creep before it starts - Scaling beyond founder-led sales - Knowing which services actually drive profit Get Your Exclusive AIO Growth Plan - We’ll kick off with a Live AIO Audit to see how shoppers find you, followed by Competitor Research to steal their spotlight: https://lunacal.ai/team/dws/dws-meetings In this episode, we discuss: 01:05 - 02:20: From MD To Board Role Perspective 02:20 - 03:45: Project Work vs Retainer Revenue 03:45 - 05:00: Why Numbers Matter In Agencies 05:00 - 06:30: Profit vs Team Culture Balance 06:30 - 08:00: Hiring Mistakes And Bias Issues 08:00 - 09:30: Avoiding Bad Clients Early 09:30 - 11:00: Attracting Better Clients With Positioning 11:00 - 13:00: Setting Clear Scope And Boundaries 13:00 - 14:45: Scope Creep And Its Impact 14:45 - 16:20: Why Being Too Nice Hurts Business 16:20 - 18:30: Charging For Strategy Work 18:30 - 20:30: Why Free Audits Don’t Work 20:30 - 22:00: Building Trust Without Free Work 22:00 - 24:30: Productized vs Custom Services 24:30 - 26:30: Choosing The Right Service Model 26:30 - 29:00: Team Incentives And Compensation 29:00 - 31:00: Structuring Bonuses For Growth 31:00 - 33:00: Hiring And Managing Sales Roles 33:00 - 35:00: Founder Sales Bottleneck Problem 35:00 - 37:00: Paying Business Development Teams 37:00 - 39:00: Recurring Revenue And Retention 39:00 - 41:00: Understanding Agency Numbers 41:00 - 42:52: Final Advice For Agency Owners  Connect with Simon Ensor:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonensor/  http://weareyellowball.com/  FOLLOW US Website: https://www.digitalwebsolutions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/digiwebsol Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dws_global LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-web-solutions./

    43 min
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