What do Taylor Swift and top-performing brands have in common? A deep understanding of the power of story. In this episode of On the Record, Ryan and Michael sit down with brand and CX expert Sue Woodard to unpack how emotional connection, stor
In this episode of On the Record, we reveal how we added $100K in monthly recurring revenue (MRR) in just one month by leaning into customer segmentation, aligning product strategy with actual usage data, and making bold internal shifts that pa
What does it take to build and sustain a high-growth team? In this episode, Michael and Ryan sit down with Thomas Knoll, a startup veteran and leadership coach, to explore the secrets behind successful, fast-growing companies. From his time at
Can AI-generated podcasts replace human hosts? In this episode of On the Record, we explore the rise of botcasting vs. podcasting, breaking down how AI is transforming content creation. We share our experience building an AI-powered daily marke
What can marketers learn from Beyoncé’s Lemonade? In this episode, Ryan and Michael break down the album’s surprise launch, storytelling genius, and multi-channel strategy, revealing key marketing insights. Special guest Josh Becerra, founder o
Season 2 of On the Record kicks off with a bold challenge to Google’s dominance in marketing. Inspired by MF Doom’s Take Me to Your Leader, we explore the risks of over-reliance on paid search and the rewards of diversification. We discuss the
Discover the secrets of enduring brands in this episode of On the Record. From Coca-Cola's timeless nostalgia to Spotify's personalized connections, we explore how brands evolve, build trust, and captivate audiences. Plus, we draw parallels to
In this bonus episode, Michael, Ryan, and Stacy look into their crystal ball to explore what’s ahead for marketing in 2025. Through the lens of David Bowie's The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust, they discuss navigating market shifts, actionable
Is your marketing too dependent on Google Search? Join Ryan, Michael, and Stacy as they explore the rising costs of paid search, the shift toward social media as the new search engine, and the power of diversifying acquisition channels. Packed
We dissect the pitfalls of marketing attribution, from flawed models to the growing challenges of tracking in a privacy-focused era. We explore how over-indexing on data risks stifling creativity and why attribution often fails to capture criti
What can a banana teach us about branding? We break down Andy Warhol’s memorable design for The Velvet Underground and explore how businesses can capture that same bold energy. Join us as we discuss the art of standing out in a competitive worl
In this episode, we discuss feature-based selling, why it might be flawed, and whether you should focus more on prioritizing real connections with your customers. We also review the classic album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. Lauryn focused
When Guns N' Roses took over a decade to release new music, they highlighted a key mistake that businesses make: waiting too long to deliver. In this episode, we discuss how fast, frequent product updates and managing customer expectations can
Simon Alexander Ong is an award-winning entrepreneur and personal development coach. His Book Energize: Make The Most of Every Moment, is a must-read for anyone who wants to get more out of their business, career, and life. In this episod
Brennan Dunn is the leading expert in making marketing automation more human for creators, service providers, and small business owners like you. He is the founder of the personalization software, Right Message, and the author of the new book T
Lloyed Lobo, an entrepreneur, podcast host, and community builder. He's the co founder of TractionConf.io and the fintech platform Boast.ai, which recently received over $100 million in growth equity funding. His new book, From Grassroots to Gr
If you love to transform the lives of your clients, you'll particularly enjoy this episode. My guest is Lauren Armes, the creator of Beyond Seven business coaching for wellness experts. She's also the founder of Well To Do, which was acquired b
Rob Walling is a passionate evangelist and mentor for founders of bootstrapped SaaS (software-as-a-service) companies whom he serves through the TinySeed business accelerator and the MicroConf community. He's also the voice behind the podcast S
Dr. Sherry Walling is a clinical psychologist serving startup founders, and the creator of ZenFounder.com. She's also the author of Touching Two Worlds: A Guide for Finding Hope in the Landscape of Loss. In this episode, Sherry shares her pers
Our guest this week is Damon Brown. A prolific author, keynote speaker, and business coach, Damon uses his various platforms to encourage nontraditional creatives to build their businesses on their own terms and timelines. In this episode, Dam
My guest today is Lou Bortone, the video marketing godfather. For over 20 years, Lou has used his passion and expertise to help companies and entrepreneurs like you expand your message with video strategies that actually work for you. In this e
If you're a coach or consultant wanting to get more clients through speaking, you are in the right spot. Our guest today is Krista Martin, the founder of Six Figure Impact Academy. She shows coaches how to fill their programs through virtual a
If you want to have a positive impact on more people, you've likely created or thought about creating an online course. Introducing Nathalie Lussier, the founder and creator of AccessAlly, one of the best course and membership platforms availa
The words that you use to convince people that what you have is what they need, is what copywriting is all about. My guest this episode is Joanna Wiebe, the founder of Copyhackers. Jo discusses her background working for Intuit as she worked h
If you've been trying to grow your business online with YouTube but haven't quite cracked the code, you've tuned into the right episode. My guest today is Matt Giovanisci, the founder of Swim University, Brew Cabin, and Money Lab. In this epis