The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast
The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast features insightful interviews with authors, experts, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who share valuable marketing tips, growth strategies, and resources. Hosted by John Jantsch, a top small business marketing expert, the show helps craft effective marketing strategies for business growth. Topics include marketing strategy, consulting, social media, content marketing, SEO, email marketing, lead generation, and business management. With over 900 episodes since 2005, it's a go-to resource for marketing and business growth.
Episodes
What Most Businesses Get Wrong About Marketing
Most businesses don't have a marketing problem—they have a strategy problem. In this episode, John explains why focusing on tactics without a clear marketing strategy leads to wasted time, inconsistent messaging, and stalled growth. Learn how defining your ideal customer, clarifying your positioning, and aligning your team around a shared strategy can transform your results. Discover how a focused
AI Has Leveled the Marketing Playing Field
Enterprise-level marketing insights used to require expensive consultants, research labs, and massive budgets. Today, AI has changed that. Roger Dooley explains how entrepreneurs and small businesses can use AI-powered behavioral science to better understand customer psychology, improve messaging, increase conversions, and communicate with more empathy. Along the way, he shares practical prompting
Why Video Marketing Builds Customer Trust in the Age of AI
AI is changing how businesses communicate, but trust is still built by people. Doug Dibert shares how personalized video can strengthen customer relationships, improve sales, enhance onboarding, and make automated experiences feel more human. Learn practical ways to use video throughout the customer journey and why it's becoming one of the most valuable marketing tools in the age of AI. 00:00 Intr
Your Marketing Doesn't End When Someone Buys | 7 Steps to Small Business Marketing Success - Episode 6
Most small businesses pour nearly all of their marketing budget into finding new customers while overlooking the people who already know, trust, and buy from them. John Jantsch explains why onboarding, repeat business, referrals, and customer reactivation often deliver the highest return on investment—and how a simple customer experience system can create sustainable growth. Learn how to build a c
The 4 Marketing Channels You Actually Control | 7 Steps to Small Business Marketing Success - Episode 5
Most businesses think they have a healthy pipeline—until an algorithm changes, ad costs spike, or a platform disappears. This installment of the 7 Steps to Small Business Marketing Success explains the difference between rented and owned marketing channels, and why long-term growth depends on assets you control. Learn how email, referrals, strategic partnerships, and direct relationships create a
Why More Content Is Making You Invisible | 7 Steps to Small Business Marketing Success - Episode 4
Why More Content Is Making You Invisible | 7 Steps to Small Business Marketing Success - Episode 4 Creating more content should make your business easier to find. So why are so many brands becoming less visible? John breaks down the AI content trap, why generic marketing is getting ignored, and the simple framework smart businesses use to build authority instead. If your content feels busy but isn
How Customers Find Businesses Today | 7 Steps to Small Business Marketing Success - Episode 3
Customers aren't finding businesses the way they did a few years ago, and many small business owners haven't caught up. AI search, topic authority, reviews, and credibility signals are reshaping how buying decisions happen online. Learn what makes a business findable today, why traditional SEO alone is no longer enough, and the practical changes that help customers choose you over competitors. 00:
Busy Marketing, Empty Pipeline? Here's Why | 7 Steps to Small Business Marketing Success - Episode 2
Small business marketing fails when tactics come before strategy. John Jantsch explains how to stop random acts of marketing by defining your ideal client, clarifying your true difference, creating a core message, and mapping the customer journey through the Marketing Hourglass. 00:00 Introduction 01:26 Random Acts of Marketing Explained 03:44 How to Define Your Ideal Client 08:04 How to Different
7 Steps to Small Business Marketing Success - Episode 1
Most marketing problems don't start with tactics. They start with clarity. John Jantsch shares why founders often become the hidden variable behind stalled growth, drifting strategy, and marketing that never seems to deliver. Through four difficult but revealing questions, he shows how business owners can uncover what's actually working, what needs to stop, where profit really comes from, and what
Why Trust Matters More Than Marketing Now
Most businesses spend too much time looking polished and not enough time building trust. As AI changes how customers discover and evaluate companies, generic messaging, safe branding, and surface-level credibility are becoming easier to ignore. Megan Hargroder explains why trust signals like reviews, personal stories, niche positioning, and real authority matter more than ever, and what small busi
Build a Business AI Can't Replace
What does it take to build a business that thrives in the age of artificial intelligence? In this episode, John Jantsch talks with Derek Rydall about why the real competitive advantage in an AI-driven world isn't better tools—it's deeper humanity, authentic perspective, and lived experience. They explore how business owners can avoid outsourcing their thinking, strengthen creativity and communicat
Why Some Entrepreneurs Keep Growing While Others Stall
Why do some entrepreneurs keep growing while others hit a wall? Jon Gordon says the difference often comes down to a handful of daily habits that shape mindset, resilience, and leadership over time. In this episode, we explore the routines that help business owners stay focused, lead stronger teams, avoid burnout, and keep growing even during stressful seasons. From building a positive mindset to
How to Know When Your Business Is Ready to Scale
Most businesses do not fail because they scale too slowly. They fail because they grow before they are actually ready. Mark Roberge, former CRO of HubSpot and author of The Science of Scaling, explains how founders can stop relying on gut instinct and start using evidence to know when growth makes sense. From product-market fit and customer retention to hiring, revenue strategy, and scaling withou
Why the Smartest Leader Usually Fails
Most businesses don't struggle because they lack talent or ideas. They struggle because leadership becomes too dependent on one person having all the answers. Jason Wilde explains why the future of innovation depends on building environments where teams can experiment, collaborate, and solve problems together instead of relying on lone-genius leadership. Learn how collective intelligence, psycholo
The 5 Stages From Operator to Owner
Most agency owners think building a successful business means becoming the CEO, but many never escape the operator role. John talks with Jason Swenk about the five stages agency founders go through as they scale from overworked operators to true owners. They discuss founder dependency, leadership identity shifts, hiring the right people, building systems that remove bottlenecks, and why so many ag
Purpose-Driven Leaders Build Better Companies
We explore why meaningful work and intentional leadership matter more than ever in today's AI-driven business landscape. In this episode, Tom Rath joins John Jantsch to discuss how entrepreneurs can avoid burnout, escape reactive busy work, and build purpose-driven businesses that create lasting impact. They dive into employee engagement, meaningful company culture, leadership habits, and why huma
Turn Talks Into Your Most Effective Marketing Tool
We explore how to turn talks into your most effective marketing tool and why public speaking remains one of the most underused growth strategies for small businesses. Learn how founders can use speaking engagements to build authority, generate leads, and create long-term client relationships. Discover practical speaking strategies that convert audiences into customers without relying on hard selli
Write Press Releases That Generate Real Media
Most press releases never earn real coverage—but a small percentage consistently attract journalists and drive meaningful exposure. In this episode, John Jantsch talks with Mickie Kennedy about how small businesses can write press releases that generate real media coverage by focusing on story angles, contrarian insights, and strategic earned media opportunities. They explore how to use AI to stru
Build a Business AI Can't Replace
What does it take to build a business that thrives in the age of artificial intelligence? In this episode, John Jantsch talks with Derek Rydall about why the real competitive advantage in an AI-driven world isn't better tools—it's deeper humanity, authentic perspective, and lived experience. They explore how business owners can avoid outsourcing their thinking, strengthen creativity and communicat
Most Businesses Fail Because Founders Can't Sell
Why do so many businesses fail even when the product is strong? In this episode, Brian Will explains why founder sales skills—not funding, markets, or strategy—often determine whether a business survives. He shares practical sales conversation techniques, negotiation strategies, and simple ways entrepreneurs can close more deals by asking better questions and listening more. If you're a business o
Your Team Reflects Your Leadership Values
Aiko Bethea explains why your team's behavior often reflects the values you model as a leader—and how misalignment can quietly weaken trust, communication, and culture. She introduces her Anchored, Aligned, Accountable framework to help business owners strengthen self-leadership, create psychological safety at work, and lead with clarity and intention. You'll learn how scarcity thinking, avoidance
Stop Solving the Wrong Problems in Your Business
What if the reason your business feels stuck isn't effort, but misdiagnosis? In this episode, John Jantsch talks with Kevin D. St. Clergy about blind blaming—the habit of fixing the wrong problems while real growth opportunities go unnoticed. They explore how cognitive bias in business decision making affects marketing results, leadership mindset, and team performance, and share practical ways to
Niching Down Transforms Your Marketing Agency
Stephanie McGirr explains how niching down helped her marketing agency grow faster and deliver stronger results for clients in the direct primary care space. She shares how building repeatable systems, choosing the right tools, and offering fractional CMO leadership can help agencies move from reactive work to strategic impact. The conversation also explores how membership-based healthcare practic
The Role of AI in Modern Copywriting
AI is changing copywriting—but not in the way most people think. In this episode, John Jantsch talks with Jon Benson about how AI copywriting tools can strengthen persuasion, improve brand voice alignment, and help marketers test hundreds of campaign variations faster than ever before. They explore the legacy of the video sales letter (VSL), the risks of generic AI-generated content, and why ethic
Turn Client Relationships Into Revenue Growth
What if the fastest way to grow your agency isn't more leads but better client relationships? In this episode, Taylor McMaster shares how strong client account management, structured onboarding, and proactive communication can dramatically improve agency client retention and unlock new revenue opportunities. Learn how agencies can scale without losing clients by aligning sales, delivery, and expec
How Experts Turn Relationships Into Growth
Strong client relationships are not built through aggressive selling. They grow through trust, authenticity, and strategic connection. In this episode, Deborah Farone shares how professionals can build a thriving practice using relationship-based business development, niche positioning strategy, and authentic marketing approaches that feel natural instead of forced. Learn practical ways consultant
Why More Money Won't Fix Your Money Problems
Financial stress is not just about how much you earn. In this episode, Mike Michalowicz explains why building better money habits matters more than increasing income and how his Money Habit system helps individuals and entrepreneurs take control of their finances. He shares how behavioral finance, real-time budgeting with multiple bank accounts, and simple allocation strategies can reduce anxiety
The Business Case for Play at Work
What if play isn't a distraction from productivity—but a powerful driver of innovation, creativity, and stronger teams? In this episode, John Jantsch talks with Piera Gelardi, co-founder of Refinery29 and author of The Playful Way, about how a playful mindset helps leaders unlock better ideas, build resilient workplace culture, and encourage experimentation without fear of failure. Gelardi shares
AI Is a Survival Skill for Consultants
AI did not just disrupt consulting, it changed what it takes to survive. Steve Cunningham shares how AI nearly wiped out his business, forced a complete reinvention, and ultimately led him to become an AI native full stack consultant. The conversation explores why context, workflows, and AI ready deliverables now matter more than traditional expertise alone. If you are a consultant, agency owner,
What Most Businesses Get Wrong About Marketing
Most businesses don't have a marketing problem—they have a strategy problem. In this episode, John explains why focusing on tactics without a clear marketing strategy leads to wasted time, inconsistent messaging, and stalled growth. Learn how defining your ideal customer, clarifying your positioning, and aligning your team around a shared strategy can transform your results. Discover how a focused
Why Growth Stalls After Early Success
In this episode we break down why founder-led businesses hit a ceiling even with strong strategy in place. John Jantsch explains how leadership habits, delegation challenges, and unclear accountability can quietly limit growth. Learn how shifting the founder mindset and installing the right systems can unlock scalable, long-term success. Discover practical ways to overcome business growth bottlene
The Hidden Tax Savings in Your Business
Most business owners unknowingly leave thousands of dollars in tax savings on the table every year. In this episode, John talks with tax strategist Peter Holtz about proactive tax planning, common deductions many entrepreneurs miss, and why year-round strategy matters more than last-minute filing. They discuss overlooked opportunities like the Augusta Rule, paying your kids through the business, h
Marketing Chaos Ends With a Real System
Marketing feels chaotic because most businesses are chasing tactics without a system to support them. In this episode, John Jantsch and Sara Nay explain why a marketing operating system brings clarity, accountability, and predictable growth. They walk through how strategy comes first, how campaigns turn strategy into action, and why systems create long-term business value. If marketing feels scatt
7 Stages to a Complete Marketing Operating System
John breaks down the 7 stages of a complete marketing operating system and why most businesses struggle without one. He explains how the marketing pyramid, business strategy, brand development, and customer experience all work together to create a repeatable, scalable system. You'll learn how to eliminate random tactics, integrate AI into your workflows, and build a structured approach that finall
Upskilling Your Team for What's Next
The rules of hiring have changed—and many small business owners are still playing by an outdated talent playbook. In this episode, John Jantsch sits down with Rob Levin to explore how to upskill employees for AI, navigate the ongoing talent shift, and build a future-ready team for small and midsize businesses. They discuss why culture and KPIs matter more than ever, how to redesign workflows with
Why Voice AI Is Ready for Prime Time
Voice agents are moving from novelty to true revenue infrastructure—and businesses that treat them like strategic roles instead of talking FAQs are pulling ahead. In this episode, John Jantsch sits down with Ryan Murha of Yodify to explore how purpose-built voice AI agents can qualify leads, guide buyers, facilitate conversations, and even create new revenue streams for creators and brands. They b
Build a Business People Can't Imagine Losing
Building a Business People Can't Imagine Losing starts with a bold idea: love is the most powerful force in business. In this episode, Marcus Buckingham explains why experience intelligence drives customer loyalty, employee engagement, and sustainable business growth. You'll learn how to design experiences that move people from satisfaction to true advocacy using a five-step emotional blueprint. I
How Small Businesses Can Grow Their Own Talent
Hiring ready-made talent is harder than ever, especially for small businesses competing in an AI-driven job market. In this episode, workplace futurist Alexandra Levit explains how work-based learning programs can help small businesses build a sustainable talent pipeline while addressing the youth employment crisis. Learn how apprenticeships, internships, and mentorship-driven workforce developmen
How to Reduce Taxes and Build Real Wealth
What if your biggest expense isn't your mortgage, but your income tax? In this episode, John Jantsch sits down with Jack Ojo, founder of Ojo Wealth Strategies and author of Two Smart to Be an Umpire, to break down how small business owners can legally reduce taxes and build real wealth. They cover how to reduce taxes as a small business owner, when to choose S corp vs LLC for tax savings, defined
Rethinking Workflows in the Age of AI
AI is moving fast but most organizations were never built for this kind of speed. John sits down with Stephen Wunker to explain why simply adding AI tools is not enough. They explore how to redesign business processes, identify golden workflows, and build an AI infused organization with strong governance and data foundations. You will learn how distributed intelligence, experimentation, and leade
Selling Outcomes Instead of Services
Businesses don't win by selling more features or even better experiences anymore. In this episode, Joe Pine explains why the real value today comes from selling outcomes and guiding customers toward meaningful transformation. We unpack the transformation economy, how it differs from the experience economy, and why charging for outcomes changes pricing, guarantees, and business models. You will lea
AI Is a Survival Skill for Consultants
AI did not just disrupt consulting, it changed what it takes to survive. Steve Cunningham shares how AI nearly wiped out his business, forced a complete reinvention, and ultimately led him to become an AI native full stack consultant. The conversation explores why context, workflows, and AI ready deliverables now matter more than traditional expertise alone. If you are a consultant, agency owner,
Why Goals Fail and How to Change the Odds
Most goals do not fail because of a lack of motivation. They fail because people misunderstand the odds. Kyle Austin Young explains why goal setting breaks down, how hidden risks quietly derail progress, and how his probability hacking framework helps leaders and entrepreneurs intentionally improve their chances of success. The conversation explores decision making under uncertainty, resilience, a
Marketing Chaos Ends With a Real System
Marketing feels chaotic because most businesses are chasing tactics without a system to support them. In this episode, John Jantsch and Sara Nay explain why a marketing operating system brings clarity, accountability, and predictable growth. They walk through how strategy comes first, how campaigns turn strategy into action, and why systems create long-term business value. If marketing feels scatt
Curious Leaders Build Stronger, Smarter Teams
Curiosity is not a soft skill. It is one of the strongest predictors of leadership performance and team success. In this episode, John Jantsch talks with leadership strategist and researcher Debra Clary about why curious leaders build stronger, smarter teams and how asking better questions drives engagement, trust, and results. They explore how curiosity can be learned, measured, and practiced, es
AI Will Automate Content. Humans Will Own Strategy
Content is about to become unlimited, cheap, and automated and that changes everything about marketing strategy. John Jantsch sits down with Peter Benei of AI Ready CMO to explore how AI is reshaping marketing teams, why production is no longer the advantage it once was, and what skills marketers must develop to stay relevant. They discuss the evolving role of the CMO, the limits of AI tools, and
You Can't Self-Care Your Way Out of a Toxic Workplace
You can't self-care your way out of a toxic workplace, and leadership consultant Amy Leneker explains why. In this episode, we unpack how workplace stress, toxic positivity, and broken trust quietly undermine teams, culture, and performance. Amy shares a practical framework leaders can use to identify stress, rebuild trust, and create healthier work environments without superficial fixes. If you l
How to Capture Attention Without Clickbait
John sits down with communication expert Carmine Gallo to break down how to capture attention without clickbait by using proven persuasion and storytelling principles. They explore the neuroscience of attention, why timeless story structure still works across platforms like TED Talks and TikTok, and how ethical hooks build trust instead of hype. The conversation also dives into using AI without lo
6 Marketing Trends That Will Shape 2026
What should businesses focus on as marketing evolves in 2026? In this solo episode, John Jantsch breaks down 6 marketing trends that will shape 2026, from the growing importance of local SEO and customer retention to the rise of trust-based micro-influencers and authentic content. You'll learn why "real" is replacing viral, how mischief can become a marketing strategy, and why being genuinely help
AI Works Best as a Teammate, Not a Tool
John is joined by Lauren Esposito to explore why AI delivers the most value when treated as a digital teammate rather than just another tool. They unpack how businesses can build a true hybrid workforce by integrating digital workers alongside humans, reshaping roles, accountability, and leadership in the age of AI. You'll learn how managing AI like an employee unlocks better outcomes, trust, and
How Leaders Should Really Use AI
*This is a rerun of a previously released episode Geoff Woods is the #1 international bestselling author of The AI-Driven Leader: Harnessing AI to Make Faster Decisions and the founder of AI Leadership and the AI Driven Leadership Collective. As a former Chief Growth Officer of a global company, Geoff brings real-world expertise in using AI to transform how leaders think and make decisions. In thi
The Science of Mindset and Sustainable Success
In The Science of Mindset and Sustainable Success, mindset coach and author Diana Pagano breaks down how neuroscience and neuroplasticity shape our beliefs, habits, and long-term success. She explains why sustainable success isn't about doing more, but about rewiring limiting beliefs, interrupting fear-driven patterns, and aligning your mindset with intentional action. This conversation explores h
10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Agency
Sara breaks down the 10 essential questions every small business should ask before hiring a marketing agency, consultant, or fractional CMO. From who owns your marketing assets to how results are measured, Sara shares hard-won lessons from 16+ years helping businesses avoid costly mistakes. Learn how to spot red flags, demand transparency, and build a partnership based on strategy—not secrecy. Per
7 Stages to a Complete Marketing Operating System
John breaks down the 7 stages of a complete marketing operating system and why most businesses struggle without one. He explains how the marketing pyramid, business strategy, brand development, and customer experience all work together to create a repeatable, scalable system. You'll learn how to eliminate random tactics, integrate AI into your workflows, and build a structured approach that finall
The Brain Science Behind Successful Marketing
*This episode originally aired in August 2025 Michael Aaron Flicker, founder of XenoPsi Ventures and co-founder of the Consumer Behavior Lab with behavioral scientist Richard Shotton, joins John Jantsch to explore how psychology shapes the world's most successful brands. Drawing from their book Hacking the Human Mind, Michael shares insights into the hidden science behind consumer decisions and br
Why Great Employees Don't Always Make Great Managers
John talks with Ashley Herd—founder of Manager Method—about why top performers often struggle when promoted into management and what organizations can do differently. Using real-world examples, Ashley breaks down how clear expectations, practical feedback, and better one-on-one conversations can transform team performance. She also shares her "career quilt" approach and a simple framework managers
How AI is Rewriting the Customer Journey
With over two decades of experience helping small businesses thrive, John dives solo into this episode to explore how AI is revolutionizing the buyer's journey. He breaks down the stages of his signature "Marketing Hourglass" framework and shares how businesses must adapt their strategies in an AI-driven world. Tune in to learn how to future-proof your marketing by aligning with evolving customer
Using AI to Convert More Leads and Save Time
In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, we explore how small businesses can use AI to convert more leads while reclaiming precious time. John Jantsch talks with Rainmaker CEO Joe Gagnon about AI-native sales workflows, 24/7 phone agents, and why automation doesn't have to feel inauthentic. Together they break down how AI can improve inbound conversations, overcome objections, and deliv
Magnetizing the Right Clients
In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, we uncover how to magnetize the right clients by escaping the "obscurity tax" and building true market eminence. Guest David Newman breaks down the power of contrarian thinking, bold positioning, and sharing real expertise—not watered-down content. Learn why polarizing your message attracts perfect-fit clients while repelling the wrong ones, and
10 Questions That Reveal the Truth About a Marketing Partner
Choosing the right marketing agency can make or break your business — and in this episode, John Jantsch shares the 10 essential questions every business owner must ask before hiring a marketing partner. Using real-world examples and industry red flags, he breaks down how to protect your data, evaluate reporting, connect tactics to strategy, and spot agencies that overcharge while underdelivering.
Four Pillars for Social Selling
John Jantsch sits down with LinkedIn expert Lorenzo Johnson to break down the four pillars of social selling that drive real results. Lorenzo explains how to improve your LinkedIn SSI score, build trusted relationships, and create value-driven content that stands out in a sea of generic AI posts. You'll learn why video, carousel posts, and authentic engagement outperform automation—and how to opti
10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Agency
Sara breaks down the 10 essential questions every small business should ask before hiring a marketing agency, consultant, or fractional CMO. From who owns your marketing assets to how results are measured, Sara shares hard-won lessons from 16+ years helping businesses avoid costly mistakes. Learn how to spot red flags, demand transparency, and build a partnership based on strategy—not secrecy. Per
Give Your Marketing Strategy a Smart Upgrade
*This is a rerun of a previous DTM episode. Keith Lauver is a serial entrepreneur, seasoned marketing strategist, and founder of Atomic Elevator, the company behind Ella—an AI-powered marketing platform transforming how brands approach strategy and execution. He has launched six companies and raised over $34 million through product-driven growth. In this episode, Keith shares how High Definition M
AI, Content Strategy, and Building a Brand That Lasts
*This is a rerun of a previous DTM episode. Manick Bhan is the founder and CTO of Search Atlas, a cutting-edge SEO and content marketing platform powering over 20,000 websites and 5,000 agencies. A serial entrepreneur and respected thought leader in the SEO industry, Manick previously founded RankPay and has spent over a decade pushing the boundaries of search technology. In this episode, he join
Trust, Storytelling, and the Future of Brands
John Jantsch talks with Ernie Ross — branding strategist, founder of Ross Rethink, and creator of the Intangence Methodology. They explore how trust, storytelling, and human connection are redefining brand value in an age of AI and skepticism. Discover why authentic storytelling drives emotional connection, how meaning creates market worth, and what the future holds for purpose-driven brands built
Why Hope Is a Leadership Strategy
Dr. Julia Garcia is a psychologist, speaker, and author of The Five Habits of Hope: Stories and Strategies to Help You Find Your Way. In this episode, she joins John Jantsch to explore how hope isn't just a feeling—it's a leadership strategy that drives resilience, innovation, and connection. Julia reveals how emotional habits like release, repurposing, and emotional risk-taking can transform work
The Human Side of AI Branding
Mark Kingsley is a renowned brand strategist, consultant, and author of Brands in the Age of AI. In this episode, he joins John Jantsch to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the foundation of branding—from trust and differentiation to the very nature of human connection. Kingsley challenges marketers to move beyond chasing algorithms and instead use AI as a tool to humanize bra
Your Google Business Profile Is the Secret to Local SEO
John breaks down why your Google Business Profile is now the most powerful tool for local SEO. He explains how Google's shift toward AI-driven search and zero-click results means your profile has become your new "mini website." John shares actionable steps to boost visibility, build trust, and turn your Google presence into a steady stream of local leads. Perfect for small business owners ready to
How to Build Your AI Team, Task by Task
Eva Gutierrez is the founder of ThinkWithAI.com and a leading educator on practical AI adoption for business leaders. With a background in behavioral science and communication, she helps organizations integrate AI into decision-making, recruiting, and daily workflows. In this episode, Eva and John explore how to build your AI team task by task, reframing AI as a hired teammate rather than a tool.
Turning Values Into Action
Bestselling author and leadership expert Robert Glazer, founder of Acceleration Partners and creator of the popular Friday Forward newsletter, joins John Jantsch to discuss his latest book, The Compass Within: A Story About the Values That Guide Us. In this episode, Robert shares a practical framework for identifying and living your true core values—turning them from vague ideals into actionable p
How to Turn a Moment Into Momentum
Don Yaeger is a New York Times bestselling author, leadership expert, and sought-after speaker known for distilling the habits of world-class performers. In this episode, Don joins John Jantsch to discuss The Science of Momentum and reveal how leaders can intentionally create and sustain it. Drawing from insights across sports, business, and the military, Don shares a proven framework for transfor
How Books Can Shape Success
Todd Sattersten, publishing veteran and CEO of Bard Press, joins John Jantsch to discuss his latest project, 100 Books for Work and Life. Todd has helped launch bestsellers like The One Thing and The Gift of Struggle, and brings decades of insight into what makes a book truly transformative. In this episode, he shares how the right book at the right time can shape careers, improve leadership, and
7 Steps to a Complete Visibility Audit
John breaks down why SEO is no longer just about rankings—it's about visibility. In this solo episode, he shares the seven key steps of a complete visibility audit, from showing up in AI search and local map packs to building authority through media mentions and fresh reviews. You'll learn how to strengthen trust, optimize content for AI, and ensure your calls to action convert visitors into custo
Why Your LinkedIn Ads Aren't Working
Anthony Blatner, founder of Speedwork Social and host of LinkedIn Ads Radio, joins John Jantsch to uncover why so many businesses struggle with LinkedIn advertising. With years of experience helping B2B companies—from SaaS startups to Fortune 500s—Anthony explains the pitfalls of default campaign settings, the power of Thought Leader ads, and how to properly target the right professionals. Listene
The Future of SEO in the Age of AI Search
Todd Sawicki, founder and CEO of Gumshoe AI, joins John Jantsch to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the future of search and marketing. With decades of experience in digital media, startups, and customer acquisition, Todd shares insights into the rise of AI-driven discovery and why marketers must adapt beyond traditional SEO. Discover how AI search is reshaping buyer behavior, d
How to Create Exceptional Experiences
Globally recognized leadership and customer experience expert Neen James joins John Jantsch to explore the power of creating exceptional experiences in business. As a keynote speaker and author of Exceptional Experiences: Five Luxury Levers to Elevate Every Aspect of Your Business, Neen shares how attention, anticipation, personalization, generosity, and gratitude can transform ordinary interactio
How to Stay Visible in the AI Search Era
In this solo episode, John unpacks why traditional SEO is no longer enough and how businesses must shift toward search visibility in the age of AI. He explores the impact of zero click searches, E-E-A-T, and AI overviews, and shares actionable strategies to stay visible across Google and beyond. 00:00 Opening 00:58 Evolution of Search Engine Optimization 03:01 The Current State of Search 03:41 Foc
Building a Business That Runs Without You
Dr. Sabrina Starling, founder of Tap the Potential and host of the Profit by Design Podcast, is known for helping entrepreneurs create profitable, sustainable businesses that thrive without constant owner involvement. In this conversation, she shares powerful insights on succession planning, the "$10K Hour" framework, and why mindset is the real key to growth. She also opens up about her personal
Why Thought Leadership Is the New PR
Amy Rosenberg, seasoned PR strategist, agency founder, and author of A Practical Guide to Public Relations for Businesses, Nonprofits and PR Leaders, joins John Jantsch to unpack the evolving role of PR. She explains why thought leadership is now the cornerstone of visibility, how PR fuels SEO and even AI search, and why businesses need to be more practical in their approach. Listeners will gain c
Building Resilience at Any Age
Former national TV news anchor and founder of Rylan Media, Lynn Smith, joins John Jantsch to share lessons from her new book Just Keep Going. Drawing from career pivots, setbacks, and reinvention, Lynn reveals how resilience can be cultivated in children and adults alike. From overcoming fear to embracing courage, she explains why building resilience early creates stronger leaders later in life. T
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