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  • Ep. 262
    Can you really build a functional app in just 33 minutes?

    Kipp and Kieran dive into the fascinating world of AI tools to see just how quickly you can go from idea to finished product. Learn more on how to harness AI-powered coding to create personalized workout apps, adjusting workout intensity based on user inputs and energy levels. 

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    Replit https://replit.com/


    Similarweb https://www.similarweb.com/


    Kyle Shannon https://x.com/kyleshannon



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  • Ep. 261
    “This is the year of AI coding!” 

    Kipp and Kieran dive into how OpenAI's latest model o1 is revolutionizing the way we code and the broader implications for marketers everywhere. Learn more on how AI coding will transform your marketing funnel and strategy, the concept of disposable code and its impact on the software industry, and the new prompting techniques you need to master to make the most of AI's advanced reasoning capabilities.

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    OpenAI o1 https://openai.com/index/introducing-openai-o1-preview/


    Eric Glyman https://x.com/eglyman


    Allie K. Miller https://x.com/alliekmiller



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  • Ep. 260
    Are you ready for AI to revolutionize your go-to-market strategy by 2025? 

    Kipp and Kieran dive into how you can leverage HubSpot’s cutting-edge AI tools to stay ahead in the rapidly changing marketing landscape. Learn more on AI-driven custom email marketing to boost your conversion rates by over 80%, the game-changing potential of virtual business development representatives, and the transformative impact of text-to-video technology on your marketing efforts.

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    Icon https://icon.me/


    Keenan Davidson https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennandavison/


    Captions https://www.captions.ai/



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  • Ep. 259
    Want to build a web app in minutes with zero coding skills?

    Kipp and Kieran dive into how you can leverage GPT Engineer to create powerful web applications without writing a single line of code. Learn more on how to turn your creative ideas into functional web apps, the game-changing capabilities of AI tools like GPT Engineer, and how the democratization of coding can revolutionize marketing and business operations.

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    GPT Engineer https://chatgpt.com/g/g-WwXQO67cv-gpt-engineer


    Alex Lieberman https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-lieberman/


    Claude Artifacts https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-3-5-sonnet


    CoinMarketCap https://coinmarketcap.com/


    GitHub https://github.com/


    Similarweb https://www.similarweb.com/



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  • Ep. 258
    Is traditional management holding your business back? 

    Kipp and Kieran dive into the transformative concept of Founder Mode and how it redefines effective leadership for modern businesses. Learn more on the importance of leaders being hands-on and managing work instead of teams, why focusing on customer needs trumps peer opinions, and how to hire based on growth mindset and problem-solving abilities. In this episode, Kipp and Kieran unpack Paul Graham's viral essay and debate the best strategies to build successful organizations.

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    Paul Graham https://x.com/paulg


    Paul Graham’s “Founder Mode” essay ​​https://paulgraham.com/foundermode.html


    Y Combinator https://www.ycombinator.com/


    HupSpot’s The State of Marketing Report https://www.hubspot.com/state-of-marketing



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  • Ep. 257
    Are you ready to unlock the secrets of AI agents and revolutionize your career? 

    Kipp and Kieran dive into an engaging conversation with HubSpot Co-Founder Dharmesh Shah about AI agents, content creation, and career growth. Learn more on how Agent AI operates and its real-world applications, the vision behind creating efficient markets, and the evolution of software development in the age of AI.

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    Dharmesh Shah https://www.linkedin.com/in/dharmesh/


    Agent.ai https://agent.ai/


    For Info on Kieran's tool https://www.linkedin.com/in/kieranjflanagan/


    HubSpot https://www.hubspot.com/


    Fiverr https://www.fiverr.com/



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  • Ep. 256
    "How do you build a $1 billion creator business from scratch?"

    Kipp, Kieran, and Morning Brew’s co-founder Alex Lieberman dive into the playbook for building massive creator-led ventures in today's digital landscape. Learn more on leveraging the immense power of trusted distribution networks, overcoming the inefficiencies in influencer marketing, and why the best creator-led businesses thrive even if the creator steps back. Here’s the full episode with Alex: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alex-lieberman-on-building-a-personal-brand/id1616700934?i=1000665964510

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    Alex Lieberman https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-lieberman/ 


    Morning Brew https://www.morningbrew.com/


    Storyarb https://www.storyarb.com/


    Who is Michael Ovitz? https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/311042/who-is-michael-ovitz-by-michael-ovitz/


    Kevin Espiritu https://www.kevinespiritu.com/



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  • Ep. 255
    Why is customer service the number one brand technique you need to master?

    Kipp and Kieran dive into the groundbreaking ways AI tools are transforming brand awareness and customer perception. Learn more on how HubSpot’s new AI search grader reveals what the Internet really says about your brand, the shift from traditional search engines to Large Language Models, and practical steps to improve your brand's sentiment and share of voice. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to leverage AI to gain a competitive edge in marketing.

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    Hubspot’s AI Search Grader https://clickhubspot.com/aisearchgrader


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    Claude https://claude.ai/


    Kraken https://www.kraken.com/


    Coinbase https://www.coinbase.com/


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  • Ep. 254
    What if you could automate the most mundane parts of your sales job and get promoted for it?

    Kipp and Kieran are joined by Ethan Dewaal, and dive into how AI is revolutionizing sales practices and boosting productivity. You will learn more on automating product questions with AI chatbots, developing a four-part roadmap for advanced AI use, and the significant impact of AI on the sales cycle.

    Discover the transformative power of AI as Ethan shares his journey from automating his sales role at Asana to pioneering AI tools that drive efficiency and efficacy. Find out how experimenting at a low cost can help discover the ideal product-market fit, how prompt engineering has become simpler and more accessible, and why the concept of a copilot could potentially make sales reps dramatically more efficient. This one is all about the real-world applications and future possibilities of AI in sales.

    00:00 Efficient personalized messaging can be streamlined.
    05:53 AI integration expertise leads to exceptional productivity.
    07:51 Asana challenges led to creating prompt engineering.
    12:49 Advice: Prompt engineering isn't hard, models improved.
    15:50 Custom assistant for complex product sales teams.
    19:03 Automate meeting prep and build custom AI.
    20:10 Asana empowers seamless workflow and user experience.
    23:55 Sales development rep and team tools optimization.
    27:49 Sales process includes filtering, qualifying, and connecting.
    32:20 Sales reps may have AI copilots for sales.
    35:35 AI inconsistent but may improve human experience.
    36:49 Human vs AI sales implications and curiosity.


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    Asana: https://asana.com/

    GPT-4: https://www.openai.com/research/gpt-4

    Hubspot: https://www.hubspot.com/



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  • Ep. 253
    Can old IP give shut-down businesses a new lease on life? Kipp and Kieran explore how reviving dormant brands might just be the next big trend in marketing.

    They are joined by Morning Brew’s co-founder Alex Lieberman to delve into the concept of leveraging old intellectual property to reignite business success. This episode will have you learning more on the potential of marketplaces for brands like SAP Seltzer in Vermont, how to create personalized and tactical content for business leaders, and the intricacies of "drop marketing" to captivate modern audiences.


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    SAP Seltzer: https://sapvt.com/



    Beehiiv: https://www.beehiiv.com/



    Story ARb: https://www.storyarb.com/Rb



    Epic Gardening: https://www.youtube.com/@EpicGardening



    Backyard Baseball: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Backyard_Baseball(Wikipedia page)


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    Time Stamps:
    00:00 Marketers are different, Reforge could do better.
    04:35 Alex stands out for being clear, relatable.
    09:23 Leveraging creativity, story telling, persuasion, self-improvement.
    10:14 Seeking entrepreneurship while balancing family and success.
    14:20 Modern-day entertainment business, distribution dynamics, influencer challenges.
    17:39 Inefficiency in influencer marketing, especially on Instagram.
    21:09 Creators are key to long-term business success.
    23:37 Subscription economy enables automation, focus on growth.
    28:50 Help Kip improve online presence, marketing strategy.
    32:10 Fast thinker utilizing trends and executing strategy.
    34:18 Tyler started for Beehive's lack of features.
    36:49 Companies should have employees and customers advocate.
    41:07 Creating social content may be challenging for executives.
    44:11 Importance of finding the right voice online.
    48:32 Focusing on value for target audience is key.
    51:14 Create Shark Tank-style digital pitch for new generation.
    53:43 Great conversation with Alex, relevant topics covered.

  • Ep. 252
    AI images are now so realistic that even AI experts can't tell what's real anymore.

    Kipp and Kieran dive into the dramatic advancements in AI image generation with the release of Flux. Learn more on how Flux works, whether you can still spot fake images, and the top marketing use cases for AI-generated images in advertising, email campaigns, and website conversion optimization.

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    Flux: https://blackforestlabs.ai/#get-flux


    Black Forest Labs: https://blackforestlabs.ai/


    Runway: https://runwayml.com/


    Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/


    DALL-E: https://openai.com/index/dall-e-2/



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  • Ep. 251
    Are Google ads overrated? 

    Kipp and guest, Omer Shai, CMO of Wix, examine the evolving landscape of search and the secret sauce behind Wix's success.

    Kipp and Omer dive into marketing lessons from one of the industry's most resilient companies. Learn more on the future of search and its fragmentation, the untapped potential of influencer marketing, and the balance between brand and direct response marketing.

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    Omer Shai https://au.linkedin.com/in/omer-shai-4a18049


    Wix https://www.wix.com/


    Wix Studio https://www.wix.com/studio



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  • Ep. 250
    Can you survive the AI wave in content creation? 

    Kipp and Kieran dive into the strategies and skills you need to thrive in the age of AI-driven marketing. Learn more on navigating the transition from traditional content playbooks to personality-led growth, the impact of AI on search-driven traffic, and tips for hiring and leveraging in-house influencers to create engaging, authentic content.

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    NerdWallet https://www.nerdwallet.com/


    Alex Hormozi https://www.acquisition.com/bio-alex



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  • Ep. 249
    "Is putting all your eggs in the ROAS basket stunting your growth?"

    Kipp and Kieran dive into why relying solely on Return on Ad Spend might not be the smartest move for marketers aiming for long-term success. Every marketer needs to understand the significance of building their own audience, the true impact of paid advertising, and navigating the complex world of marketing metrics.

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    ReturnReturn on Ad Spend (ROAS) https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/return-on-ad-spend


    LinkedIn post about Nike https://www.linkedin.com/posts/massimogiunco_nike-sneakers-digital-activity-7223265757982318593-P0xZ?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop



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  • Ep. 248
    What are the 3 marketing ideas that took Chess.com to $150M?

    Kieran Flanagan dives into the strategic steps Erik Allebest and his team took to dominate the online chess world and build a thriving community-led business. Learn more about the early recognition and promotion of chess streaming, winning over both casual and professional players by enhancing user experience and hosting prize events, and the importance of integrating SEO and content creation to outshine the competition.

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    Erik Allebest https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikallebest/


    Chess.com https://www.chess.com/


    Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/



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  • Ep. 247
    Is the current agency landscape broken and misaligned with client interests?

    Kipp, Kieran, and Gary Vaynerchuk (VaynerX) dive into the misaligned incentives of agencies and how they hinder marketing success. This is a revisit of their episode with Gary in May. Learn more on why traditional agency models fail, the importance of relevance at scale, and actionable insights for marketers looking to break the mold.

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    Gary Vaynerchuk https://garyvaynerchuk.com/


    VaynerX https://vaynerx.com/


    Vaynermedia https://vaynermedia.com/


    Gary on Marketing Against the Grain https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gary-vee-if-you-dont-do-this-your-business-wont-exist/id1616700934?i=1000655755440



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  • Ep. 246
    Are you telling stories that truly resonate with your customers or just following the status quo? 

    Kipp and Kieran dive into the crucial role of narrative in marketing and how founders can be their company’s best marketer. Learn more about the importance of deeply understanding your customer, hiring the right marketing leaders at different startup stages, and investing in a scalable distribution engine. 

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    Hubspot https://www.hubspot.com/


    Claude 3.5 Sonnet https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-3-5-sonnet



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  • Ep. 245
    Why should you be a Claude super fan?

    Kipp and Kieran dive into the game-changing world of Claude apps and how anyone can build web apps in no time. Learn more on how Claude's new features empower you to create and publish lightweight apps effortlessly, real-life examples of innovative use cases, and the mind-blowing potential for profitability and customization with Claude's intuitive tools.

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    Claude 3.5 Sonnet https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-3-5-sonnet


    Gary Vaynerchuk https://garyvaynerchuk.com/


    Dharmesh Shah https://www.hubspot.com/company/management/dharmesh-shah


    Replit https://replit.com/



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  • Ep. 244
    "Is AI really the future of marketing?" 

    Kipp, Kieran, and guest Andrew Chen (Andreessen Horowitz) dive into the transformative impact of AI on marketing channels, consumer engagement, and startup strategies. Learn more on how AI is changing search results and video production, the rise of niche app businesses, and marketing tricks for the AI-powered era.

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    Andrew Chen https://andrewchen.com/


    Andreessen Horowitz https://a16z.com/


    SaaS https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Software_as_a_service



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  • Ep. 243
    Ever wondered how AI can amplify your creativity?

    Kipp and Kieran dive into the power of AI for content creation and how to craft viral LinkedIn and X posts using Claude 3.5 Sonnet. Learn more about creating style guides for different platforms, understanding the impact of well-prepared training documents on content output, and distinguishing between average and great marketers by refining AI-generated content.

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    Claude 3.5 Sonnet https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-3-5-sonnet


    Naval Ravikant https://x.com/naval


    Gary Vaynerchuk https://garyvaynerchuk.com/



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