On this episode of the Rethink Marketing Podcast, Colin Jeffries and Paul Frodge are joined by Nancy Harhut, a leading expert in applying behavioral science to marketing. She shares how marketers can leverage insights from behavioral science to improve their strategies, focusing on concepts like the magnetic middle, autonomy bias, and the importance of language…

On this episode of the Rethink Marketing Podcast, Colin Jeffries and Paul Frodge discuss the dangers of projecting personal preferences onto larger groups and the impact it can have on marketing strategies–and performance. How do we recognize actual buyer trends and avoid getting stuck in the echo chamber? As marketers, we need to stay close…

On this episode of the Rethink Marketing Podcast, Colin Jeffries and Paul Frodge recognize that marketing teams often struggle with differentiating themselves from competitors and catching up to the status quo. This conversation explores the challenges of innovation and go-to-market strategy in marketing. It’s important to identify what truly sets a business apart and how…

On this episode of the Rethink Marketing Podcast, Colin Jeffries and Paul Frodge challenge the acronym “Customer Relationship Manager.” Does a CRM actually manage relationships? At this point in history, a single genuine relationship is dramatically less valuable than hundreds of pseudo-relationships. Balancing one-to-one and one-to-many interactions is crucial in managing relationships. Sure, CRM tools…

On this episode of the Rethink Marketing Podcast, Colin Jeffries and Paul Frodge explore the advantages and disadvantages of niching. There are applications for individuals and businesses as we seek to balance deep expertise and a wide offering. Niche expertise can be valuable in industries that require specific knowledge, such as healthcare or financial services,…

On this episode of the Rethink Marketing Podcast, Colin Jeffries and Paul Frodge recap the viral moments and media highlights of the Paris Olympics. We saw speed-to-social come in clutch for many brands as the power of storytelling was on full display. In a world where audiences are segmented and divided every which way, having…

On this episode of the Rethink Marketing Podcast, Colin Jeffries and Paul Frodge explore the expanding responsibilities of marketers and where leaders should draw a line in the sand. Depending on the structure and lifecycle stage of the organization in question, there are countless challenges and consequences to navigate as the marketing department takes on…

On this episode of the Rethink Marketing Podcast, Colin Jeffries and Paul Frodge chat about the allure of cutting budget. Is it a surefire way to win kudos from the executive and finance teams, or can it backfire? How should we be thinking about cutting spend and allocating budgets? As marketing leaders, we must balance…

On this episode of the Rethink Marketing Podcast, Colin Jeffries and Paul Frodge converse about the prevalence of posting about holidays and observances on social media. Does anyone follow Nike to find out when Arbor Day is? They explore the need for unique opinions and engaging content, rather than just posting facts. They also highlight…

On this episode of the Rethink Marketing Podcast, Colin Jeffries and Paul Frodge sit down with a man who has worn the top hats at a variety of marketing agencies. Ian Baer shares his insights on finding the right balance between data and emotional relatability. He recounts the evolution of the advertising industry and the…