Google’s AI Overviews slammed by news publishers, sites that are susceptible to google's HCU, Why brand authority matters in SEO, Key takeaways from Google's search liaison, and How to turn marketing from B*llsh*t to holy sh*t
In episode #2827, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss how AI-generated content is perceived to be taking traffic away from traditional publishers, insights from Danny Sullivan regarding SEO recovery strategies, and the need for modern brands to focus on building mental availability. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Google’s AI Overviews slammed by news publishers (02:06) Sites that are susceptible to Google's HCU (04:14) Why brand authority matters in SEO (06:38) Key takeaways from Google's search liaison (10:50) How to turn marketing from B*llsh*t to holy sh*t (12:41) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
24 Syys 202415min
Should you be spending big money to attend marquee events?, Is LinkedIn or X more powerful?, and How we speak on multiple topics per year at live events
In episode #2826, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss their experiences with high-profile events like the All In Summit, the true value of such marquee events for networking and lead generation, and the effectiveness of different social media platforms, particularly LinkedIn and X, in driving traffic and generating leads. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Should you be spending big money to attend marquee events? (07:29) Is LinkedIn or X more powerful? (10:56) How we speak on multiple topics per year at live events (14:55) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
23 Syys 202417min
The Ultimate Strategy Showdown for Traffic, Retargeting, and Referrals
In this bonus episode, we give you a sneak peek into what our Agency Owners Association (AOA) hangouts look like. Join their discussion about the importance of quality content, effective marketing strategies, and the role of AI in content creation. Get insights on successful lead generation methods, focusing on referrals and partnerships in driving business growth. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Introduction to Agency Owners Association Coaching Call (02:14) Challenges in Cold Outbound Prospecting (05:06) Effective Lead Generation Strategies (10:12) The Importance of Quality Content in Marketing (11:48) Leveraging AI in Content Creation (14:44) Case Studies and Success Stories Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
21 Syys 202418min
Why shorts can crush your YouTube longform performance, People who say there is no such thing as bad press is wrong, and Why business acquisitions CRUSH paid media
In episode #2825, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the potential downsides of YouTube shorts, the importance of long-form content for better engagement and revenue, the challenges faced by Bolt.com as it navigates a messy situation with investors and a decline in performance, and the advantages of business acquisitions over paid media. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Why shorts can crush your YouTube longform performance (07:24) People who say there is no such thing as bad press is wrong (11:03) Why business acquisitions CRUSH paid media (14:25) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
20 Syys 202417min
SEO workflows that 10x your speed and save on headcount, Old marketing that still crushes today, Is it worth submitting to your business to the Inc 500 and for other awards?, and more
In episode #2824, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the integration of AI in SEO workflows, traditional marketing strategies that remain effective, the importance of critical view of awards and recognition in marketing, the challenges of hiring in the current economic climate and the role of AI in enhancing business operations. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) SEO workflows that 10x your speed and save on headcount (03:05) Old marketing that still crushes today (07:59) Analyzed 41 DTC sites and 3.8% of the buyers were people who saw the site over a year ago (09:58) Is it worth submitting your business to the Inc 500 and for other awards? (13:46) Anthropic launches Claude Enterprise plan to compete with OpenAI (17:31) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
19 Syys 202420min
The 10x marketer vs the 1000x marketer, The 3 questions that make copywriting instantly work, and LTV, the number one metric marketers get wrong
In episode #2823, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the differences between 10x and 1000x marketers, the implications of smartphone technology on privacy, the future of data collection in health monitoring, effective copywriting techniques, and the critical understanding of customer lifetime value (LTV) in marketing strategies. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) The 10x marketer vs the 1000x marketer (08:33) The 3 questions that make copywriting instantly work (15:09) LTV, the number one metric marketers get wrong (16:59) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
18 Syys 202420min
The genius of the Costco $1.50 hotdog, How 'Founder Mode' will shift the tides of business, and Startups that raise less money grow revenue faster
In episode #2822, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss how Costco's $1.50 hot dog serves as a loss leader to attract customers, the importance of founders being deeply involved in their businesses, and the pitfalls of overfunding in startups, suggesting that less funding can lead to greater revenue growth. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) The genius of the Costco $1.50 hot dog (02:14) How 'Founder Mode' will shift the tides of business (13:30) Startups that raise less money grow revenue faster (16:59) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
17 Syys 202419min
What Eric learned from a guy $800m in debt, Lessons learned from Robert Kiyosaki (Rich Dad, Poor Dad), and Spraying your advertising everywhere isn't a guaranteed way to win; it's a guaranteed way to burn money
In episode #2821, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss lessons from Ken McElroy's experiences, Robert Kiyosaki's views on debt and financial strategies, the pitfalls of over-marketing, and the need for a balance between branding and performance in business. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) What Eric learned from a guy $800m in debt (06:35) What Eric learned from Robert Kiyosaki (Rich Dad Poor Dad author) (09:52) Spraying your advertising everywhere isn't a guaranteed way to win, it's a guaranteed way to burn money (16:39) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
16 Syys 202419min
