Email Geeks Show

Sella Yoffe
Email Geeks Show

A podcast featuring the leading email marketing and email deliverability experts and email geeks. I am Sella Yoffe, an email deliverability consultant from Israel. I work with global email senders, startups, and email service providers to improve their email deliverability and strategy. Join us in this podcast, where top email marketing and deliverability professionals share their tips and advice. --- Opening music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone. License code: TPPQ0BDS5ZP1NWZL

Episodes

  1. Joe Pulizzi - The Godfather of Content Marketing, entrepreneur, and bestselling author

    FEB 7

    Joe Pulizzi - The Godfather of Content Marketing, entrepreneur, and bestselling author

    Introduction: Welcome back to another insightful episode of EmailGeeks.Show, the podcast that brings together email marketing experts from around the globe. I'm thrilled to host the legendary Joe Pulizzi, the "godfather of content marketing," in this episode. Joe is an entrepreneur, marketer, best-selling author, podcaster, and speaker and has influenced my journey as a content creator. Joe shares his insights into content creation and strategies for standing out in a crowded digital landscape. Key Discussion Points: 1. Breaking Through the Noise (00:00:01) Joe discusses the importance of finding a unique area of differentiation to stand out amidst the content clutter. Emphasizes the need to understand your target audience and leverage your unique skills and knowledge. 2. Joe's Journey (00:01:30) Joe shares his background in the publishing industry and the evolution of content marketing from custom media to a strategic marketing approach. 3. Content Creator vs. Content Entrepreneur (00:06:45) Differentiates between content creators and content entrepreneurs, highlighting the importance of a "content tilt" for differentiation. 4. Building an Audience (00:12:30) Joe advises focusing on one platform and being consistent in building a loyal audience over time, likening content creation to a marathon rather than a sprint. 5. Niche Focus (00:17:00) Discusses the benefits of targeting a niche audience to become a leading informational expert in that area. 6. Email First Approach (00:23:45) Joe explains the importance of not building content solely on rented platforms like social media. He emphasizes the value of controlling distribution through email. 7. Newsletters Referral Programs for (00:30:00) Insights into successful referral programs used by newsletters like Morning Brew and The Hustle, and how they drive subscriber growth. 8. Content Marketing's Role in Email (00:36:15) Joe discusses how content marketing can enhance email programs by providing value beyond sales pitches. 9. Partnerships and Joint Ventures (00:43:00) Encourages collaborations between non-competing companies to share content creation efforts and reach wider audiences. 10. Rising Above the Content Clutter (00:50:30) Offers tips for content creators to differentiate themselves and maintain a long-term commitment to their audience. Notable Quotes: "You have to figure out your sweet spot and differentiate in a way that most creators don't think about." (00:00:45) "Think of your email newsletter as a product, just like any other product you create." (00:36:45) "If you're thinking short-term, don't do content marketing. This is a marathon, not a sprint." (00:14:15) Conclusion: Joe Pulizzi provides valuable insights into the world of content marketing and email strategy. His emphasis on differentiation, audience focus, and long-term commitment provides a roadmap for aspiring content entrepreneurs. Follow Joe Pulizzi: - Subscribe to The Tilt newsletter at thetilt.com - Follow Joe on social media: @JoePulizzi - Explore Joe's books and content at joepulizzi.com EmailGeeks.Show Season. 1 Episode: 10 Copywrite: DATAMEDIA | Sella Yoffe Podcast Page: Email Geeks Show website Episode Page: https://emailgeeks.show/joe-pulizzi/ --------------------- opening music: https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone License code: TPPQ0BDS5ZP1NWZL

    33 min
  2. Jay Schwedelson, Speaker, author, and digital pioneer

    10/07/2024

    Jay Schwedelson, Speaker, author, and digital pioneer

    Jay Schwedelson is a speaker, author, and digital pioneer. He is the founder of SubjectLine.com, Outcome Media, and Guru Media Hub. Register for guru event Jay Schwedelson is one of the top marketing experts in the U.S. His guiding philosophy centers on providing the latest, research-backed knowledge and best practices to marketers of all sizes and industries. Jay is the Founder of SubjectLine.com, the leading free subject-line rating tool, ranked in the top 1% of all websites worldwide. Having led SubjectLine.com through the testing of more than 15 million subject lines, Jay uses his knowledge to guide organizations across multiple industries on how to implement impactful email marketing. Jay is also the Founder of GURU Media Hub, which hosts the GURU conference, the world’s largest email marketing event, as well as other major marketing events that attract more than 50,000 attendees annually. His podcast, “Do This, Not That!: For Marketers,” is among the most popular in the United States and has been ranked in the top 10 out of over 50,000 marketing podcasts in the entire country. Through his agency, Outcome Media, his team executes over 40,000 marketing campaigns annually for many of the world’s most iconic and successful brands. Jay has been named to Crain’s Top 100 Industry Leaders for 10 consecutive years and was inducted into the Hall of Fame at his alma mater, the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications, in recognition of career excellence. EmailGeeks.Show Season. 1 Episode: 9 Copywrite: DATAMEDIA | Sella Yoffe Podcast Page: Email Geeks Show website Episode Page: https://emailgeeks.show/jay-schwedelson --------------------- opening music: https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone License code: TPPQ0BDS5ZP1NWZL

    39 min
  3. Jakub Olexa,  Founder & CEO at Mailkit & Omnivery, M3AAWG Guides Committee Vice-chair, M3AAWG Champions Committee Co-Chair

    05/01/2024

    Jakub Olexa, Founder & CEO at Mailkit & Omnivery, M3AAWG Guides Committee Vice-chair, M3AAWG Champions Committee Co-Chair

    an interview with Jakub Olexa, Founder & CEO at Mailkit & Omnivery M3AAWG Guides Committee Vice-chair, M3AAWG Champions Committee Co-Chair ---- 00:00 - Introduction and discussion on the importance of reputation in email deliverability and the uniqueness of marketing automation platforms. 01:35 - The evolution of social networks and the early days of the guest's business. 05:21 - The development and features of the marketing automation platform, MailKit. 07:25 - The importance of personalized content and the challenges of email blasting. 09:30 - Different types of marketing automation platforms and their target audiences. 11:26 - The importance of reputation in email deliverability and the factors that affect it. 13:43 - The guest's company's approach to email deliverability and privacy. 16:08 - The importance of quality content over volume in email marketing. 17:39 - The process of manual approval for campaigns and the importance of avoiding mistakes. 19:34 - Common mistakes in email campaigns and the need for proper communication with customers. 22:10 - The importance of domain reputation and the complexities of email authentication. 26:19 - The importance of long-term strategy and understanding the functionality of email platforms. 30:09 - The focus on conversions rather than open rates in email marketing. 31:35 - The importance of properly cleaning email lists for better deliverability. 32:25 - The challenges of measuring deliverability and engagement in email marketing. 34:08 - The calculation and significance of the engagement score in email marketing. 38:55 - The detection of non-human interactions and the limitations of black box solutions. 42:36 - The future of email authentication and the ongoing efforts to improve standards. 45:36 - The challenges of DKIM replay and the importance of using your own domain. 48:31 - The ease and cost-effectiveness of setting up email authentication. 53:10 - The need for better communication and processes in email authentication. 55:34 - The importance of deploying DMARC and analyzing reports for better deliverability. 57:27 - The evolving nature of the email industry and the need for marketers to adapt. 58:53 - The limitations of email as a communication channel and the importance of analyzing logs. 60:08 - The value of addressing remote bounces and the timeliness of email delivery. 60:53 - Closing remarks and the extensive knowledge on deliverability.

    1h 2m

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A podcast featuring the leading email marketing and email deliverability experts and email geeks. I am Sella Yoffe, an email deliverability consultant from Israel. I work with global email senders, startups, and email service providers to improve their email deliverability and strategy. Join us in this podcast, where top email marketing and deliverability professionals share their tips and advice. --- Opening music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone. License code: TPPQ0BDS5ZP1NWZL

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