Corporate speak sucks. Dave Harland, copywriter and creative director of Copy Or Die, shares how ditching professionalism and embracing authenticity can help you revive your brand. (00:00) - Intro (02:27) - Redefining professionalism (04:54) - Dave's journey (08:35) - How Dave's strategy generates leads (16:33) - First steps to being more yourself (23:01) - Why going "too" narrow is important (33:20) - Self-deprecation as a copywriting tool (40:41) - Picking the right fight (50:02) - Dave's last advice (54:48) - Top 3 resources *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

Forget the "easy money" funnel fantasy. We're exposing the truth about building a business that lasts, without the hype and empty promises. Get ready to ditch the shortcuts and build something... for real. (00:00) - Intro (02:19) - Facebook funnel's story (07:42) - The difference between a funnel business approach and a real business (09:20) - The importance of the backend in a business (15:23) - The weaknesses of the influencer model (20:14) - The 5 Lightbulbs Framework (26:56) - How to implement the framework (31:55) - What is a good argument to sell your product? (38:14) - How to spot the right claim? (42:59) - The claim-proof model (53:01) - Summary (55:00) - Billy's top 3 resources *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

In this episode, Sara Stella Lattanzio pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build a content strategy that drives pipeline in a B2B company. She talks about the resistance she faced and shares her proven tactics for overcoming obstacles and proving the value of content marketing. (00:00) - Intro (02:41) - Sara's pet peeve (05:24) - First actionable steps as a marketer (09:47) - How to find and convince the right people for content marketing (20:42) - Getting people involved (25:55) - When did you drive more pipeline (27:14) - Sara's content strategy process (32:15) - What's a cluster (35:01) - How do you decide on a cluster (39:11) - The difference between content strategy and editorial calendar (43:39) - How do you deal with the fear of judgment (48:24) - The difference between business in the US and the EU (50:52) - Sara's top 3 resources *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

Leah Tharin, a B2B growth veteran with 25 years of experience, rips apart the bullshit and delivers actionable insights you can actually use. No jargon. No fluff. She breaks down what PLG (Product-Led Growth) really means and how to make it work for you, even if you're not a SaaS unicorn. (00:00) - Intro (03:03) - What would be product-led growth and sales-led growth if they were a board game (08:03) - Cutting through the jargon (11:57) - Breaking down product-led growth (15:38) - Breaking down sales-led growth (17:22) - When to choose between PLG or SLG (19:55) - Step-by-step guide with a sales-led company (29:21) - What is the most difficult scenario for a sales-led company (37:23) - The 4 categories of people you need to serve (39:30) - How to identify the key "aha" moment (58:23) - Summary (01:00:07) - Leah's top 3 resources *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

This episode gets real about knowing your competition and using that knowledge to stand the f*ck out. Louis and competitive intelligence expert Andy McCotter-Bicknell rip apart the "customer-obsessed" BS and show you why keeping a close eye on your "rivals" is paramount. (00:00) - Intro (02:31) - Customer obsession vs Competitor obsession (05:37) - Is competitive intel only for B2B SaaS? (08:36) - Defining competitive intelligence (15:16) - How do you identify threats? (16:52) - Practical case with a cinema (22:08) - How to start a competitive intelligence department? (27:09) - How to consolidate your research and apply it? (35:59) - How do you assess the maturity of a category? (43:12) - The number one tip to find differentiators (47:53) - Andy's biggest win (51:00) - Outro *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

With 47 patents under his belt, Mauro Porcini takes us on a deep dive into the art of making things people love — not just use. His belief? Putting the human factor at the center of everything. It sounds a bit cliché, doesn't it? That's what I thought at first, too. But listen to the first few minutes of this episode, and you might change your mind... Just like I did. (00:00) - Intro (01:19) - Human Centricity vs Customer Centricity (05:21) - 3 vectors to hit the right note with your product (10:37) - How to market your product to any potential buyers (22:29) - How to reduce your chances of making mistakes (30:28) - Is it possible to learn confidence (35:56) - The 3 forms of love (39:10) - How prototyping can change everything (48:38) - The power of the shiny object (50:07) - Mauro's advice for marketers *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

Listen to Melina Palmer, behavioral economist and author of "The Truth About Pricing," explain how you can use simple tricks from behavioral economics to make your prices feel just right for your customers. It’s not about changing the price but how you show it. (00:00) - Intro (01:48) - The pricing paradox (05:28) - Pricing psychology & finding the perfect price point (15:51) - Putting theory into practice (step-by-step guide) (23:41) - How to understand what's beyond the core product of your business? (28:40) - Looking at the competition (32:59) - Main pricing principles (45:04) - Little-known principles that can boost your sales (48:42) - The cookie framework (52:01) - Tips to harness the power of curiosity bias (54:41) - Outro (57:06) - Melina's top 3 resources *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

In this episode, we sit down with PR expert and author Lucy Werner to uncover the secrets behind crafting compelling angles for your content. Whether you're pitching to journalists, writing blog posts, or planning podcast episodes, the right angle can make all the difference in capturing your audience's attention. Some key takeaways: Avoid the launch hype trap: Focus on creating sustainable, long-term impact rather than chasing short-lived bestseller lists or viral fame. Master the art of the angle: Learn Lucy's three-pronged approach to developing powerful angles based on your business expertise, human interest, or passion points. Embrace transparency: Build trust with your audience by being honest and authentic in your marketing, without resorting to exaggeration or overpromising. Think beyond the obvious: Challenge yourself to find fresh, unconventional angles that set your brand apart from the competition. Tailor your angle to the medium: Understand how to adapt your story ideas for different marketing channels, from email subject lines to podcast episode titles. (00:00) - Intro (01:36) - Knowing how to launch (04:59) - Who to pitch your product to (09:46) - How to choose a good story angle (17:23) - Criteria to create a great story angle (22:58) - How to reach an advanced level of PR (26:25) - Lucy's process for choosing an angle (45:49) - Number 1 Tip to "show up" (50:55) - Hyping yourself up (54:57) - Lucy's top 3 resources (57:24) - Outro *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

Paul Millerd, author of "The Pathless Path," shares his unconventional journey of designing a life and career that lights him up. Tune in for some eye-opening insights and refreshingly honest perspectives, including: The surprising things people confessed to Paul about their dissatisfaction with work, even in high-paying jobs How Paul made the leap from a successful corporate career to pursue what made him feel truly alive The unexpected truth about the relationship between money and the willingness to take risks in career and life Paul's candid perspective on the challenges and rewards of trying to get paid for doing what you love The key realization Paul had about what makes work feel genuinely fulfilling and meaningful If you're looking to blaze your own unique career path and create a life that lights you up, Paul's experiences and insights offer valuable food for thought. His story challenges conventional notions of success and invites you to consider what really matters to you in your work and life. (00:00) - Intro (01:58) - What's Paul's core idea behind the Pathless Path (05:34) - The process behind the interviews (10:33) - Is money important to change career path (14:55) - How doing what you like can push your career (18:24) - Discovering what makes you feel alive (27:14) - The unconventional launch of The Pathless Path (31:36) - The importance of genuine connection with people (39:16) - What are your yearnings? (45:02) - Is the traditional script being overwrote (51:11) - Summary (52:48) - Top 3 resources *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

In this episode, Circle co-founder Andy Guttormsen cuts through the fluff to share his hard-earned lessons on building communities that last. No BS, just real talk and proven tactics to help you create a thriving group that stays engaged past the 3-month mark. Andy exposes the hard truths and gives you the tools to foster genuine, long-term commitment. Whether you're a pro or just starting out, this no-nonsense guide is your key to unlocking the staying power your community needs. (00:00) - Intro (02:04) - Reasons why you shouldn't start a community (yet) (09:22) - Andy's perspective on what's a community (10:52) - Tailoring your community to your personality and strengths (19:57) - Tips that will ignite your community (34:19) - The insider's guide to community management (38:06) - The power of hot seats (40:54) - Costly mistakes to avoid when building your community (44:11) - Attracting your ideal founding members (49:39) - Outro *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

Matthew Lesko, America’s #1 grant expert known for always wearing a question mark suit, will help you carve a niche for yourself in a super boring and "professional" industry by "throwing your own party." For over 48 years now, Matthew has been helping Americans get free money. He has also written 100 books on how to get money from the US government. Topics Covered: (00:00) - Intro (01:24) - Throw your own party (06:12) - The wild ride of a financial advice guru (11:45) - Money, misery, and crazy suits (22:28) - Dress up in a cheese suite (32:14) - Heart over hate (40:38) - Fail, love, repeat *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

Throw out the old rules. Jocelyn Brady, the Brain Lady, shows you five wild ways to think up ideas that pay off. This is about getting real results by letting loose. No more boring meetings or dry strategies. Gear up for a straight-talk journey to where the real magic happens in business: your imagination. (00:00) - Intro (01:43) - Why you shouldn't take yourself too seriously! (05:52) - The improv secret to unleash your mind (08:33) - Jocelyn's journey through adversity (15:38) - What is at the epicenter of "The Brain Lady"'s method (21:04) - Practical case with Jocelyn's method (26:29) - Decoding the method (36:43) - Making changes that stick (43:44) - How to learn like a pro (insight from the animal kingdom) (48:45) - Jocelyn's Top Picks *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

Scott Dikkers, the founder of the world’s first humour publication, The Onion, will teach you to grow your brand the wrong way and still make it stand the f*ck out. Scott wrote and developed TV projects that sold to MTV and Comedy Central, won over 30 Webby Awards, and now teaches others to be funny at howtowritefunny.com. Topics Covered: (00:00) - Intro (01:47) - The invisible architects of humour (07:11) - Anonymity over fame (15:56) - How Jim's Journal broke the mould in comic strips (20:59) - How to take context and f*ck with it (29:54) - Why churning out ideas beats polishing them (36:17) - How to keep your creative identity unspoiled (41:51) - “You have to fall in love with that idea” (47:26) - Work, passion, and living a fulfilling life (48:48) - Where can you find Scott? *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

Emily is a former journalist and content writer. Through a tragic event, she understood and used her professional and personal experiences and skills to reposition herself, identifying a niche in the tech industry, leading to significant success in her newly chosen field. Emily's story is nothing short of inspiring. This episode is a blend of heartfelt storytelling and hardcore business strategy. In this episode, you’ll learn: The essence of positioning in business How to transition from offering everything to everyone to finding an undiscovered, yet profitable, niche How to identify your skills and leverage them to make money Resources and Recommendations: Suggestion: Taking an improv class to build confidence and adaptability in business and public speaking. "Improvisation and the Theatre" by Keith Johnstone "Thinking in Bets" by Annie Duke Topics Covered: (00:00) - Intro (01:33) - The importance of positioning in business (06:29) - Who can ruin your positioning? (11:06) - Why 99% of business is b*lls (13:10) - Leveraging experience and skills for career evolution (17:46) - Finding and mastering your niche (19:47) - Knowing when to specialize (23:17) - Embracing career changes (31:12) - Navigating niche market risks (45:49) - Emily’s top 3 resources *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

For a decade, Heidi Weinberg has been a successful freelance fashion designer. Now, she helps other fashion designers get paid by focusing on a narrow market and going ULTRA-NICHE. She is also the podcast host of Fashion Designer Get Paid who, after going through a rebranding process via market research and strategic positioning, elevated her podcast to the top rank. In this episode, Heidi talks about the importance of not being afraid of niching down and how proper positioning can radically change the growth of your business! Topics Covered: (00:00) - Intro (01:46) - The secret to niche success (04:13) - The risk of going too broad (08:01) - The top-down approach and the bottom-up approach (11:21) - Practical case of going ULTRA-NICHE (13:45) - How to validate your niche (17:31) - How to know your positioning is right (22:10) - The power of positioning precisely (30:30) - Market research for positioning (33:17) - The significance of words in positioning (48:29) - What marketers should learn today (52:58) - Top 3 resources *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

In the eye of the pandemic storm, Zeke Sky didn't just keep his music alive; he transformed it into a powerhouse brand. This episode dives into how a metal guitarist mastered the art of branding and marketing amidst global chaos. From crafting a unique brand identity to engaging a dedicated fanbase, Zeke's journey is a masterclass in marketing resilience and creativity under pressure. In this episode you'll discover: The creative process of composing music The importance of discipline and belief in your work Social media practices to grow your audience Topics Covered: (00:00) - Intro (01:18) - Who is Zeke Sky? (03:03) - People's perception of the world of metal music (08:25) - Debunking the misconceptions about composing music (12:41) - Zeke's inspiration to compose (15:14) - The creative process of Zeke Sky (22:51) - Zeke Sky's life before the pandemic (28:45) - Building a powerhouse brand in a challenging environment (35:26) - Tips to grow your audience on social media (44:43) - The psychological impacts of growing your audience (48:48) - Outro *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

Tadhg Hickey is an Irish comedian and the author of the book A Portrait Of A Piss Artist As A Young Man. His satirical humor made him sell out most of his shows touring in the UK and Ireland. Topics Covered: (00:00) - Intro (01:45) - The price of not following your guts (06:51) - The benter Dublin vs Cork (09:15) - The turning point for success (15:22) - The eureka moment (17:04) - Swimming upstream (20:39) - The importance of self-awareness (23:31) - What coming up to success looks like (27:23) - The art of mixing conventions (33:12) - Being successful and unknown (37:26) - The SpongeBob phenomenon (43:10) - Staying true to yourself (49:15) - Outro *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

Stacey Schumacher, founder of the Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP), knows how tough it is to bring new ideas to old-school industries. In this episode, she shares four basic rules that helped her change animal protection for the better. If you're trying to shake things up, Stacey's story and advice might just be what you need. Topics Covered: (00:00) - Intro (01:10) - A crusade against euthanasia and corporate America (05:48) - A new approach to animal welfare (08:59) - The affordable solution to pet care (10:28) - Why nonprofits struggle to revolutionise veterinary care (15:10) - Challenging conventional workplace wisdom (17:35) - Staying true to the cause (19:20) - How sticking to your niche can save your career and sanity (23:40) - Keep it simple in a complex world (28:00) - How a simple promotion turned into a consumer confusion catastrophe (29:44) - Customer service lessons from Southwest Airlines and Chick-fil-A (31:30) - The unconventional way to create a culturally rich workplace (34:12) - Stacey’s resources *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

In today's episode, you will learn how the most charismatic and no-nonsense consultant in the tech marketing space has built a 7-figure business, flying solo. The story goes like this. On December 15, 2017, an email from a Canadian friend landed in my inbox, “If you're looking for suggestions for upcoming interviews, have you looked into April Dunford? She's a marketing executive who's now focusing on consulting practice and positioning for startups. At every conference I've heard her speak at, she has literally blown everyone else out of the water. She's got a unique mix of saucy wit and laser-sharp insight honed over years with the big boys of the tech space. And I think her communication style would lend itself well to your approach to interviews.” And so I did interview her. Twice. Then, I watched from the sidelines as April rose to the top of the B2B marketing world. But I never got to ask the questions I REALLY wanted to ask her… Mainly: “How did you do it? How did you become the most famous B2B marketing expert in less than five years?” Until today… Topics Covered: (00:00) - Intro (03:05) - Starting a business on the right note (03:49) - April’s journey to positioning consulting (12:20) - Scattered engagements, impact concerns, and a beachside epiphany (13:00) - April's ultimate business aspirations - best work, good people, fair compensation. (14:38) - Shifting focus and finding prowess in positioning (15:27) - Tips for identifying unique skill set and honing specialisation (18:41) - Refining engagements, focusing on B2B, and vetting potential clients. (24:00) - Methodology over execution, simplifying messaging, and speeding time-to-value (33:00) - Expanding reach via public speaking, social media, and the release of a game-changing book (39:00) - How April transformed her client base from smaller startups to pre-IPO companies *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘

Chrissy Flanagan is an innovative and weird political adviser turned "Sausage Queen" and founder of Chaotic Social. After her long-term relationship ended, Chrissy sought new connections in a pottery class but found herself feeling isolated. This inspired her to create a unique social platform for adults to meet and bond over unconventional hobbies. Chrissy's classes, ranging from creepy doll making to beginner's stand-up comedy, are more than just learning experiences; they're a novel way to develop friendships in adulthood. Her approach is a breath of fresh air in adult socializing, making her a visionary in creating new forms of community. Topics Covered: (00:00) - Intro (01:45) - From political playgrounds to 4 AM faxes (06:47) - The incredible journey of Sydney's most weird entrepreneur (08:36) - How embracing your true weirdness can lead to unassailable success (12:18) - ADHD? Autism? No problems (20:55) - The radical social experiment in community building (26:38) - The art of inclusion and exclusion in marketing (33:20) - Chrissy's marketing genius behind the sausage factory (36:38) - Transforming failure into a unique social phenomenon (43:37) - How to turn a pub, choirs, and sewing classes into a social sensation (51:41) - From obscurity to viral sensation (57:55) - The surprising marketing strategy ignored by adults but mastered by kids *** → Join 14,000+ weirdos who learn to stand the f*ck out with my daily (Mon-Fri) emails: everyonehatesmarketers.com → See my pretty face on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisgrenier/ → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p4wL4r → Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iEF1qovZZiaP1iRtxGARo Finally... If you're curious about putting your brand in front of my 14,000+ daily newsletter subscribers and/or podcast listeners, email me: louis@everyonehatesmarketers.com 🤘