Marketing Team of One

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Struggling as a solo marketer? Tune into our podcast for strategic insights, inspiring stories, and a dash of humor to empower you as a Marketing Team of One. With Eric and Mike's extensive experience in design, marketing, and running a successful agency, they are here to help transform your marketing challenges into victories.

  1. MAR 26

    I Had No Idea Business Would Demand This Much Writing (No One Warns You), An interview with Jennifer Bourn of Bourn Creative.

    Eric sits down with Jennifer Bourn, graphic designer, business coach, and CMO of Motivation Code, and a marketing team of one herself, for a wide-ranging conversation about what's really working (and what isn't) in marketing right now. Jen gets real about the growing fatigue around social media, why more businesses are pulling back online and returning to offline tactics like networking and events, and how video and podcasts are becoming the new trust-builders. She also dives into the power of showing up with a real voice and perspective, why sharing your failures can actually win clients, and how she built smart systems (hello, 52 pre-scheduled emails!) to handle the stuff she hates so she can focus on what she loves. Whether you're stuck on what to post, struggling to stay consistent, or just tired of chasing algorithms, Jen's got the goods. Links Mentioned in the show: https://www.motivationcode.com https://jenniferbourn.com/ _____________________________________ Subscribe to Our Channel: Don't miss out on future episodes filled with valuable insights and tips!  👉 http://www.youtube.com/@MarketingTeamofOne Subscribe to YouTube and hit the bell icon to stay updated.   Connect with Us on LinkedIn: Join our professional network and stay connected with the latest updates: 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-d-hendry/ 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-grotenhuis-pagedesign/ 🔗https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketingteamofone/   Download Free Tools: Enhance your marketing efforts with our exclusive free tools. Get access now! 📥 Download Free Tools - www.marketingteamofone.net/freebies _____________________________________ Join Our Reddit Community: Engage in discussions, ask questions, and connect with fellow marketers: 👾 https://www.reddit.com/r/marketingteamofone/   Visit Our Website: For more resources, articles, and information, check out our website: 🌐 www.marketingteamofone.com   Buy our Merch: If you want to show your support and represent the show, check out our merch store: 🧢 https://marketing-team-of-one-show.printify.me/ _____________________________________ Referral Links: If you are considering signing up for this service, please use our referral link to help out the channel. These are some of the many products we use daily, and you can trust that they will serve you well.  _____________________________________ Fathom - The #1 rated AI notetaker. Instantly summarize your meetings so you can focus on the conversation instead of taking notes. https://fathom.partnerlinks.io/2mzzhdo4ekii _____________________________________ 02:10 Social Media Fatigue 03:59 Offline Networking Returns 06:17 Channels And Partnerships 09:42 Blogging To Video Trust 2:53 SEO Tools And Audits 16:33 AI For Strategy Not Copy 19:03 Keyword Strategy Basics 21:00 What Is Motivation Code 25:28 Using Assessments At Work 29:54 Auditing And Systemizing Work 31:35 Evergreen Email System 33:11 Sanity Through Focus 36:14 Prompts And Live Edits 39:53 Solo Work And Teaching 41:46 Books And Speaking Doors 44:28 Podcast And Video Trust 46:12 Pancakes And Personal Posts 49:11 LinkedIn Mix That Sells 54:40 Opinions And Comment Strategy 01:00:23 Closing And Where To Find

    1h 2m
  2. MAR 12

    28,000 People Agreed. Here's Why Mike Walked Away From ChatGPT

    28,000 views. No images. Just Mike typing his thoughts about AI into LinkedIn and apparently hitting a nerve with a lot of people. In this episode, Eric pulls Mike into the studio to dig into what sparked that post and where the conversation leads from there. They get into AI branding, what certain tools are signaling about their intentions, and why some of it is starting to feel a little off. They also stumble into a side effect of AI that is quietly causing headaches for businesses right now, and it is not what most people are talking about. If you have been using AI tools in your workflow and something has felt slightly weird about the whole thing, this episode might be the one that puts words to it. _____________________________________   Subscribe to Our Channel: Don't miss out on future episodes filled with valuable insights and tips!  👉 http://www.youtube.com/@MarketingTeamofOne Subscribe to YouTube and hit the bell icon to stay updated.   Connect with Us on LinkedIn: Join our professional network and stay connected with the latest updates: 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-d-hendry/ 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-grotenhuis-pagedesign/ 🔗https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketingteamofone/   Download Free Tools: Enhance your marketing efforts with our exclusive free tools. Get access now! 📥 Download Free Tools - www.marketingteamofone.net/freebies _____________________________________   Join Our Reddit Community: Engage in discussions, ask questions, and connect with fellow marketers: 👾 https://www.reddit.com/r/marketingteamofone/   Visit Our Website: For more resources, articles, and information, check out our website: 🌐 www.marketingteamofone.com   Buy our Merch: If you want to show your support and represent the show, check out our merch store: 🧢 https://marketing-team-of-one-show.printify.me/ _____________________________________ Referral Links: If you are considering signing up for this service, please use our referral link to help out the channel. These are some of the many products we use daily, and you can trust that they will serve you well.  Fathom - The #1 rated AI notetaker. Instantly summarize your meetings so you can focus on the conversation instead of taking notes. https://fathom.partnerlinks.io/2mzzhdo4ekii _____________________________________ 00:00 Creepy Running Ad Cold Open 00:26 Podcast Intro and Catch Up 01:11 Viral LinkedIn Post Setup 02:31 Why He Quit ChatGPT 05:47 Brand Vibes UI and Claude Contrast 08:21 Marketing Research and Fear Factor 09:36 AI Bubble and Agent Horror Story 13:09 RFP Flooding and Business Friction 15:38 Endgame Predictions and Guardrails 18:37 Why Claude Feels Safer 19:51 Wrap Up and Where to Subscribe

    21 min
  3. FEB 26

    Blair Enns talks about SELLING Expertise from his book The 4 Conversations

    Eric sits down with Blair Enns, founder of Win Without Pitching and a respected authority in the sales and marketing world, to explore what it really means to sell expertise with confidence. Known for challenging traditional sales tactics, Blair shares how credibility is built before a sales call ever happens, why mindset matters as much as strategy, and how solo marketers can support sales efforts without slipping into vendor mode. With practical frameworks and clear, experience driven insights, this conversation offers a smarter, more strategic way to think about selling that aligns with how modern teams actually work. Links Mentioned in the show: https://www.winwithoutpitching.com/ https://2bobs.com/ https://pitchanything.com/   Books:  The Four Conversations: A New Model for Selling Expertise https://a.co/d/00RP41VO   The Win Without Pitching Manifesto https://a.co/d/0e7haq66   _____________________________________   Subscribe to Our Channel: Don't miss out on future episodes filled with valuable insights and tips!  👉 http://www.youtube.com/@MarketingTeamofOne Subscribe to YouTube and hit the bell icon to stay updated.   Connect with Us on LinkedIn: Join our professional network and stay connected with the latest updates: 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-d-hendry/ 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-grotenhuis-pagedesign/ 🔗https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketingteamofone/   Download Free Tools: Enhance your marketing efforts with our exclusive free tools. Get access now! 📥 Download Free Tools - www.marketingteamofone.net/freebies _____________________________________   Join Our Reddit Community: Engage in discussions, ask questions, and connect with fellow marketers: 👾 https://www.reddit.com/r/marketingteamofone/   Visit Our Website: For more resources, articles, and information, check out our website: 🌐 www.marketingteamofone.com   Buy our Merch: If you want to show your support and represent the show, check out our merch store: 🧢 https://marketing-team-of-one-show.printify.me/ _____________________________________   Referral Links: If you are considering signing up for this service, please use our referral link to help out the channel. These are some of the many products we use daily, and you can trust that they will serve you well.    Fathom - The #1 rated AI notetaker. Instantly summarize your meetings so you can focus on the conversation instead of taking notes. https://fathom.partnerlinks.io/2mzzhdo4ekii _____________________________________   01:52 Origin Story and First Book 03:36 Four Conversations Overview 05:55 Sales Is the Sample 11:03 Expert Mindset and Mantra 14:46 Probative Conversation Explained 18:31 Lead Gen Ladder and The Flip 22:42 Marketing vs Sales Handoff 30:26 Niching Down for Credibility 34:04 Pursue vs Take Business 34:27 Take the Odd Job 36:04 Qualifying Both Ways 40:47 Stay Clinical Not Needy 47:16 Value Before Price 54:12 Three Option Closing 57:43 Magic Email Follow Up 59:55 Embrace Silence 01:00:43 Wrap Up and Links

    1h 2m
  4. FEB 12

    Gerard Huerta - the Surprising Mind Behind Your FAVORITE Logos!

    This episode of Marketing Team of One steps beyond tactics and into the craft of brand with legendary lettering artist Gerard Huerta. Best known for creating some of the most recognizable logos and lettering in music and publishing, Gerard shares how a career built on drawing, curiosity, and creative discipline led to work that still holds up decades later. Eric and Gerard talk about why hand-drawn design continues to matter in a digital-first world, how strong brands are shaped through intention and patience, and what it really means to do work you can stand behind years from now. Along the way, Gerard reflects on his creative process, the importance of adaptability, and why great brand work often starts with slowing down. Links mentioned in the show: https://www.gerardhuerta.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GerardHuertaDesign/ https://www.instagram.com/gerardhuerta/ _____________________________________ Subscribe to Our Channel: Don't miss out on future episodes filled with valuable insights and tips!  👉 http://www.youtube.com/@MarketingTeamofOne Subscribe to YouTube and hit the bell icon to stay updated.   Connect with Us on LinkedIn: Join our professional network and stay connected with the latest updates: 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-d-hendry/ 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-grotenhuis-pagedesign/ 🔗https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketingteamofone/   Download Free Tools: Enhance your marketing efforts with our exclusive free tools. Get access now! 📥 Download Free Tools - www.marketingteamofone.net/freebies _____________________________________ Join Our Reddit Community: Engage in discussions, ask questions, and connect with fellow marketers: 👾 https://www.reddit.com/r/marketingteamofone/   Visit Our Website: For more resources, articles, and information, check out our website: 🌐 www.marketingteamofone.com   Buy our Merch: If you want to show your support and represent the show, check out our merch store: 🧢 https://marketing-team-of-one-show.printify.me/ _____________________________________ Referral Links: If you are considering signing up for this service, please use our referral link to help out the channel. These are some of the many products we use daily, and you can trust that they will serve you well.    Fathom - The #1 rated AI notetaker. Instantly summarize your meetings so you can focus on the conversation instead of taking notes. https://fathom.partnerlinks.io/2mzzhdo4ekii

    1h 7m
  5. JAN 29

    Guy Kawasaki's Advice for Marketing Teams of One

    Eric is joined by marketing icon and longtime brand evangelist Guy Kawasaki for an energizing conversation that's equal parts practical, honest, and refreshingly grounded. Together, they explore what it really takes to build influence in today's marketing landscape, especially when you're doing it all yourself. From the role of evangelism in modern branding to the shifting realities of social media, Guy shares a candid perspective on what still works, what's changed, and what solo marketers should focus on when time and resources are limited. If you're managing your company's marketing with a small team (or no team at all), this episode will leave you with a clearer mindset on how to create stronger customer connections, make your message more meaningful, and build trust in a way that lasts.    Links mentioned in the show: https://guykawasaki.com/ https://www.apple.com/ https://www.canva.com/ https://signal.org/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/ _____________________________________   Subscribe to Our Channel: Don't miss out on future episodes filled with valuable insights and tips!  👉 http://www.youtube.com/@MarketingTeamofOne Subscribe to YouTube and hit the bell icon to stay updated.   Connect with Us on LinkedIn: Join our professional network and stay connected with the latest updates: 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-d-hendry/ 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-grotenhuis-pagedesign/ 🔗https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketingteamofone/   Download Free Tools: Enhance your marketing efforts with our exclusive free tools. Get access now! 📥 Download Free Tools - www.marketingteamofone.net/freebies _____________________________________   Join Our Reddit Community: Engage in discussions, ask questions, and connect with fellow marketers: 👾 https://www.reddit.com/r/marketingteamofone/   Visit Our Website: For more resources, articles, and information, check out our website: 🌐 www.marketingteamofone.com   Buy our Merch: If you want to show your support and represent the show, check out our merch store: 🧢 https://marketing-team-of-one-show.printify.me/ _____________________________________   Referral Links: If you are considering signing up for this service, please use our referral link to help out the channel. These are some of the many products we use daily, and you can trust that they will serve you well.    Fathom - The #1 rated AI notetaker. Instantly summarize your meetings so you can focus on the conversation instead of taking notes. https://fathom.partnerlinks.io/2mzzhdo4ekii

    48 min
  6. JAN 8

    Uncover What Website Redesigns Get Totally Wrong!

    Website redesigns tend to start with frustration and end with exhaustion. In this episode, Eric and Mike unpack why so many website projects go off the rails and how most of that pain can be avoided with the right planning upfront. They walk through how to audit an existing site, clarify goals for both the organization and its users, and design an information architecture that actually supports how people use a website. From ADA compliance and SEO risks to content inventories, site maps, and content matrixes, this conversation offers a practical framework for anyone responsible for managing, rebuilding, or improving a website. If the thought of tackling your site makes you sigh, this episode brings clarity before the chaos.   Links Mentioned in the show: https://www.relume.io/ https://www.figma.com/figjam/ https://appsumo.com/ https://search.google.com/search-console/ _____________________________________   Subscribe to Our Channel: Don't miss out on future episodes filled with valuable insights and tips!  👉 http://www.youtube.com/@MarketingTeamofOne Subscribe to YouTube and hit the bell icon to stay updated.   Connect with Us on LinkedIn: Join our professional network and stay connected with the latest updates: 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-d-hendry/ 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-grotenhuis-pagedesign/ 🔗https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketingteamofone/   Download Free Tools: Enhance your marketing efforts with our exclusive free tools. Get access now! 📥 Download Free Tools - www.marketingteamofone.net/freebies _____________________________________   Join Our Reddit Community: Engage in discussions, ask questions, and connect with fellow marketers: 👾 https://www.reddit.com/r/marketingteamofone/   Visit Our Website: For more resources, articles, and information, check out our website: 🌐 www.marketingteamofone.com   Buy our Merch: If you want to show your support and represent the show, check out our merch store: 🧢 https://marketing-team-of-one-show.printify.me/ _____________________________________   Referral Links: If you are considering signing up for this service, please use our referral link to help out the channel. These are some of the many products we use daily, and you can trust that they will serve you well.    Fathom - The #1 rated AI notetaker. Instantly summarize your meetings so you can focus on the conversation instead of taking notes. https://fathom.partnerlinks.io/2mzzhdo4ekii   _____________________________________   00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:28 Discussing Website Redesign Requests 01:38 Challenges in Website Redesign 02:26 Importance of Planning in Website Projects 03:30 Evaluating the Need for a Website Redesign 05:44 ADA Compliance and Website Redesign 11:56 Auditing Your Current Website 19:23 Setting Goals for Your Website 24:47 Starting with Drawing 24:54 Designing Information Architecture 25:06 Creating a Site Map 25:30 Using Digital Tools for Site Mapping 26:42 Testing Your Site Map 28:53 Prioritizing Content and Audiences 34:00 Building a Content Matrix 40:23 Planning and Scheduling 42:13 Avoiding Common Pitfalls 46:39 Recap and Final Thoughts

    49 min
  7. 12/18/2025

    I Spoke with the WORLD'S Greatest Presentation Designers. Ryan and Cameron from Duarte Inc.

    In this episode of Marketing Team of One, Eric sits down with Ryan Orcutt and Cameron Flett from one of the world's most famous design firms, Duarte, to explore what goes into high-stakes presentations. From executive keynotes to internal decks that drive major decisions, Ryan and Cameron share how storytelling, design, and delivery come together when the pressure is on. They break down why empathy for the audience matters, how presentations shape outcomes more than most people realize, and what solo marketers can take from world-class presentation work even with limited time and resources.   Links Mentioned in the show: https://www.duarte.com/ _____________________________________   Subscribe to Our Channel: Don't miss out on future episodes filled with valuable insights and tips!  👉 http://www.youtube.com/@MarketingTeamofOne Subscribe to YouTube and hit the bell icon to stay updated.   Connect with Us on LinkedIn: Join our professional network and stay connected with the latest updates: 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-d-hendry/ 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-grotenhuis-pagedesign/ 🔗https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketingteamofone/   Download Free Tools: Enhance your marketing efforts with our exclusive free tools. Get access now! 📥 Download Free Tools - www.marketingteamofone.net/freebies _____________________________________   Join Our Reddit Community: Engage in discussions, ask questions, and connect with fellow marketers: 👾 https://www.reddit.com/r/marketingteamofone/   Visit Our Website: For more resources, articles, and information, check out our website: 🌐 www.marketingteamofone.com   Buy our Merch: If you want to show your support and represent the show, check out our merch store: 🧢 https://marketing-team-of-one-show.printify.me/ _____________________________________   Referral Links: If you are considering signing up for this service, please use our referral link to help out the channel. These are some of the many products we use daily, and you can trust that they will serve you well.    Fathom - The #1 rated AI notetaker. Instantly summarize your meetings so you can focus on the conversation instead of taking notes. https://fathom.partnerlinks.io/2mzzhdo4ekii

    1h 7m
  8. 12/04/2025

    Content Calendars Explained (For People Who Hate Planning)

    Content calendars get a bad reputation. They sound rigid, corporate, and like something you "should" be doing instead of something that actually helps. In this episode, Eric and Mike reframe what a content calendar is really for: giving you clarity, consistency, and a system that doesn't make you want to quit marketing altogether. They walk through how to organize your ideas, define what you should actually talk about, and build a realistic posting rhythm that fits your life. If your marketing feels scattered, overwhelming, or permanently stuck in planning mode, this episode will help you turn chaos into a system you can finally stick to.   Links mentioned in the show:   _____________________________________   Subscribe to Our Channel: Don't miss out on future episodes filled with valuable insights and tips!  👉 http://www.youtube.com/@MarketingTeamofOne Subscribe to YouTube and hit the bell icon to stay updated.   Connect with Us on LinkedIn: Join our professional network and stay connected with the latest updates: 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-d-hendry/ 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-grotenhuis-pagedesign/ 🔗https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketingteamofone/   Download Free Tools: Enhance your marketing efforts with our exclusive free tools. Get access now! 📥 Download Free Tools - www.marketingteamofone.net/freebies _____________________________________   Join Our Reddit Community: Engage in discussions, ask questions, and connect with fellow marketers: 👾 https://www.reddit.com/r/marketingteamofone/   Visit Our Website: For more resources, articles, and information, check out our website: 🌐 www.marketingteamofone.com _____________________________________   Referral Links: If you are considering signing up for this service, please use our referral link to help out the channel. These are some of the many products we use daily, and you can trust that they will serve you well.    Fathom - The #1 rated AI notetaker. Instantly summarize your meetings so you can focus on the conversation instead of taking notes. https://fathom.partnerlinks.io/2mzzhdo4ekii

    39 min
5
out of 5
7 Ratings

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Struggling as a solo marketer? Tune into our podcast for strategic insights, inspiring stories, and a dash of humor to empower you as a Marketing Team of One. With Eric and Mike's extensive experience in design, marketing, and running a successful agency, they are here to help transform your marketing challenges into victories.