#8: How to Start Your First Marketing Campaign

#8: How to Start Your First Marketing Campaign

In Episode #8 Eric and Neil talk about starting your first marketing campaign. When your business is brand new, you may want to try to get as much traffic as possible—but what you really need to worry about is creating one-on-one relationships with your first few customers. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – Where should you start your first marketing campaign? – “What worked for someone else won’t necessarily work for you.” 01:00 – Neil’s experience copying the campaigns of other companies 01:20 – “Throwing spaghetti on the wall.” 01:35 – Finding what sticks 02:00 – Picking one tactic that has the most potential 02:15 – Adding tools as you see success 03:00 – What’s your take on focusing on one area? – “That’s fine, just pick the one that sticks.” 04:00 – Growth for entrepreneurs 04:10 – one-on-one contact 04:30 – An example of this strategy 05:11 – “First hundred customers are all being acquired manually.” 05:30 – Those first customers are important 05:50 – Bad press when you’re starting out 06:10 – Driving traffic with blogs and ads 06:45 – Content marketing takes time 07:00 – Consider your cash flow 07:40 – With more money, focus on long-term strategies 08:00 – What channel would you avoid? – Partnerships. 08:30 – They have a low success rate. 09:00 – Content marketing 09:10 – Understand your audience first. 10:10 – Kissmetrics started with the wrong audience 11:10 – Subscribe to this podcast and leave a rating and review! 3 Key Points: You need to find the right marketing strategy for your specific business. Find out who your audience is before you establish long-term marketing plans. Avoid partnerships and content marketing when you are first starting out. Resources Mentioned: Kissmetrics – Neil’s company that went through a lot of marketing strategies 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: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Your ChatGPT Searches Were Temporarily Visible in Google Search Results

Your ChatGPT Searches Were Temporarily Visible in Google Search Results

In episode #3019, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss how AI is reshaping YouTube content and revenue, along with growing concerns around data privacy. They also explore strategies for packaging AI content and the trade-offs between entrepreneurship and private equity control in business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) ChatGPT and Data Privacy Concerns (01:02) The Impact of AI on YouTube Revenue (02:52) Content Creation Strategies for AI Videos (05:59) Navigating Private Equity and Business Control (11:48) Entrepreneurship vs. Private Equity Management To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

7 Aug 24min

Peer Groups Will Make You Rich (With A Caveat)

Peer Groups Will Make You Rich (With A Caveat)

In this episode #3018, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the value of surrounding yourself with the right peers and being intentional with networking to drive growth. They dive into continuous learning, crypto and credit rewards, and cultural views on obesity—ending with thoughts on health, genetics, and lifestyle habits. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) The Power of Peer Groups (02:07) Intentional Networking for Growth (04:07) The Importance of Learning Loops (06:40) Crypto and Credit Card Points (09:15) Cultural Perspectives on Obesity (12:54) Genetics vs. Lifestyle Choices (15:42) Conclusion and Reflections To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

6 Aug 18min

Marketers MUST jump on Claude agents TODAY

Marketers MUST jump on Claude agents TODAY

In this episode 3017, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss key takeaways from the CMO Awards in Colombia, highlighting the nuances of global marketing and regional expectations. They explore how marketing trends, AI, and SEO strategies differ for startups and established brands—and why adapting to client needs is critical for success. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) Insights from the CMO Awards in Colombia (06:21) Understanding Global Marketing Dynamics (12:46) The Impact of Marketing Sensitivity and Trends (17:38) SEO Strategies for Startups vs Established Companies To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

5 Aug 23min

You Can't Be Rich Without Volatility

You Can't Be Rich Without Volatility

In this episode #3016, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss how wealth often follows volatility, and why embracing risk is key to growth. They cover how debt can fuel business expansion, the shifting perception of agencies, and how AI is transforming marketing by increasing speed and efficiency. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) The Volatility of Wealth (02:58) Risk and Reward in Business (05:54) The Role of Debt in Business Growth (08:56) Agency Status in the Business World (11:53) The Shift in Marketing Dynamics (15:00) AI's Impact on Marketing and Employment (20:03) Leveraging AI for Marketing Efficiency To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

4 Aug 28min

What Partnering Can Be a Better Form of Marketing?

What Partnering Can Be a Better Form of Marketing?

In episode #3015, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the value of partner marketing and the balance leaders need to strike between teaching and doing. They also cover the rising costs of podcast sponsorships and wrap up with a look at the ethical challenges in viral marketing. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) The Power of Partner Marketing (04:34) Teaching vs. Doing in Leadership (07:39) High-Stakes Podcast Sponsorships (10:05) Viral Marketing and Ethical Boundaries To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

31 Juli 16min

How to Produce Content at Scale With Podcasting, Content, and Webinars

How to Produce Content at Scale With Podcasting, Content, and Webinars

In this episode #3014, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss scaling content through podcasts, webinars, and short-form videos. They dive into the economics and effectiveness of webinars, the pros and cons of personal branding, and reflect on the ideal level of fame in business while juggling family life, productivity, and recruiting top talent. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) Podcasting for Content at Scale (01:15) Long-form Sessions for Short-form Clips (03:09) Webinar Experiments and Lead Quality (06:22) Webinar ROI and Promotion Strategy (08:32) The Value of Revenue vs. Vanity Metrics (10:03) Navigating Fame and Brand Impact (12:06) Managing Fan Attention in Public (13:45) Personal Brand ROI in Recruiting (16:26) Turning Down Speaking Gigs and Brand Deals (18:57) Teaching Humility Through Simplicity To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

30 Juli 23min

Elon vs. Zuck – $1B Compute vs. $1B Humans

Elon vs. Zuck – $1B Compute vs. $1B Humans

In this episode #3013, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss Elon Musk’s $1B bet on compute versus Zuckerberg’s $1B spend on AI talent. They explore buy vs. build strategies, ChatGPT’s evolving ranking factors, and how brand mentions, content depth, and consistency shape visibility in the AI era. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) Elon vs. Zuck: Compute vs. Talent (01:30) Tesla’s Competitive Edge (03:25) Why Elon Picks the Hard Way (06:10) Buy vs. Build Debate (08:45) ChatGPT’s Traffic Advantage (09:50) SEO Is Evolving Fast (11:00) Brand Mentions in AI Rankings (12:30) What ChatGPT Considers Valuable (14:10) How Podcasts Rank on LLMs (16:00) Why Consistency Wins To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

29 Juli 19min

Personalized LinkedIn Ads at Scale

Personalized LinkedIn Ads at Scale

In this episode #3012, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss how AI is changing the game for LinkedIn ads through personalization at scale. They also dive into lessons from a SaaS founder retreat and explore whether AI could disrupt platforms like WordPress. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) Personalizing LinkedIn Ads with AI (03:06) ROI Results from Hyper-Personalized Ads (04:17) De-anonymizing Website Visitors & Outreach Tools (05:13) SaaS Founder Retreat Insights (06:47) The GTM (Go-To-Market) Confusion in B2B SaaS (08:40) Founders Want Community (11:01) The Risk of Leverage in Business (13:18) The Challenge of Focus vs. Opportunity (15:30) Investor vs. Operator Mindsets (16:34) Will AI Kill WordPress? (20:09) WordPress vs. Lovable & AI Builders (22:13) Leadership Challenges at WordPress (23:56) HubSpot’s Legacy and OpenAI Connections To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

28 Juli 28min

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