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Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
Neal Schaffer
438 episodes
2 days ago
Are you a small business owner feeling overwhelmed by AI? You're not alone. While enterprise companies throw massive budgets at custom AI solutions, you're wondering how to get started without breaking the bank or spending hours learning complex prompts. In this episode, I sit down with Phil Pallen, author of AI for Small Business and creative branding expert, who reveals the simple framework that's helping small business owners find immediate AI wins. Phil shares his journey from studying me...
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Are you a small business owner feeling overwhelmed by AI? You're not alone. While enterprise companies throw massive budgets at custom AI solutions, you're wondering how to get started without breaking the bank or spending hours learning complex prompts. In this episode, I sit down with Phil Pallen, author of AI for Small Business and creative branding expert, who reveals the simple framework that's helping small business owners find immediate AI wins. Phil shares his journey from studying me...
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Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
Monetizing Your Personal Brand in the Post-AI Era: Advanced Strategies for Modern Creators
Monetizing your personal brand isn't just about brand deals anymore. With AI, content creators, entrepreneurs, and influencers now have powerful tools to uncover fresh income streams and build deeper connections with their audience. In this episode, I share advanced strategies pulled straight from my UCLA Extension class, showing how to use AI to grow your influence, better understand your audience, and create new digital products and services. Whether you’re just starting out or already have...
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3 days ago
30 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
How a Podcast Funnel Built a Real Estate Brand from the Ground Up
In this episode I talk with David Sidoni, the founder of HowToBuyAHome.com. David took his passion for educating first-time homebuyers and turned it into a digital-first brand and thriving business, built almost entirely from a podcast. This episode is full of lessons on niche marketing, the power of organic content, and how to build trust through education. If you're trying to grow your brand, connect with your audience, or use content to drive your business forward, David’s story will inspi...
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1 week ago
44 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
Double Down or Ditch It: The Power of a Quarterly Audit
Are you spending time on the right things in your marketing? Or just doing more for the sake of it? In this episode, I’ll walk you through the simple but powerful quarterly audit I use to double down on what’s working and ditch what’s not. It’s helped me grow faster and save time—and it can do the same for you. Learn More: Buy Digital Threads: https://nealschaffer.com/digitalthreadsamazon Buy Maximizing LinkedIn for Business Growth: https://nealschaffer.com/maximizinglinkedinamazon ...
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2 weeks ago
23 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
The Power of Storytelling in Digital Marketing: Building Your Brand with Purposeful Stories
In today's digital world, where AI can write a blog post in seconds and content is everywhere, the one thing that still sets you apart is your ability to tell a great story. And not just any story—a strategic one. That’s why I’m excited to introduce Cathy Goodwin, a true expert in the field of strategic storytelling. Cathy has built her brand around helping entrepreneurs and small business owners tell stories that connect, convert, and grow their business. In this episode, we’ll dig into why ...
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3 weeks ago
37 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
The Secret Power of LinkedIn Newsletters (And How to Use Them)
In this episode of the Your Digital Marketing Coach podcast, I dive into a surprisingly powerful but underused tool: LinkedIn newsletters. As more people focus on short-form content, newsletters offer a way to go deep and truly connect with your audience. I’ll explain how newsletters not only get more views and engagement than normal posts, but also help you grow your leads and even improve your SEO. Whether you're just getting started or looking to improve your current strategy, this episode...
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3 weeks ago
14 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
The 5-Step Digital Marketing Success Plan with Corey Morris
Digital marketing is constantly changing, but one thing remains the same: success requires more than just chasing the latest trends. In this episode, I’m joined by Corey Morris, agency owner and author of The Digital Marketing Success Plan, to talk about how businesses can build a strategic, data-driven approach to their marketing efforts. Corey shares his journey from SEO expert to agency owner, his five-step START framework for creating a winning marketing plan, and his insights on the bigg...
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1 month ago
45 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
Influencer Marketing in 2025: What’s Working Now?
Influencer marketing is no longer about just finding someone with a big following and paying them to promote your brand. It’s about building trust, leveraging content creators, and creating meaningful relationships that drive long-term brand awareness and conversions. In this episode, I speak with Yash Chavan, founder and CEO of the influencer marketing platform Saral, about how brands can navigate the Age of Influence. We discuss the evolution of influencer marketing, the shift from follower...
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1 month ago
58 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
Marketing with Meaning: How to Build a Purpose-Driven Brand
Marketing isn't just about selling—it’s about purpose, meaning, and engagement. In this episode, I sit down with Minter Dial to explore how brands can align internal culture with external messaging, create meaningful customer relationships, and even incorporate play into work. We’ll also dive into the power of self-awareness and how knowing thyself can transform both business and life. This is an episode filled with inspiration and actionable insights. Guest Links Connect with Minter on Linke...
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1 month ago
45 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
The Death of Traditional Social Media Marketing (And What Comes Next)
Social media has changed, and if you're still using it like a business instead of a content creator, you're falling behind. The truth is, algorithms don’t care about follower count anymore—they care about content. So what does that mean for your business? You have two choices: become a content creator or leverage user-generated content. Which path will you choose? I’m breaking it all down in this episode. Learn More: Buy Digital Threads: https://nealschaffer.com/digitalthreadsamazon Buy Ma...
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1 month ago
15 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
Beyond the Numbers: How to Unlock Marketing Insights That Drive Action
Data is everywhere in digital marketing, but are you truly using it to your advantage? In this episode of the Your Digital Marketing Coach podcast, I sit down with Brett Townsend, Senior VP of Strategy at Quester, to break down how brands can go beyond the numbers and uncover real insights that drive action. Marketing analytics is more than just reporting results—it’s about finding the hidden patterns and consumer narratives that can shape better campaigns, stronger products, and deeper custo...
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1 month ago
39 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
The LinkedIn Growth Hack No One Is Talking About (Yet!)
If you're trying to grow your business on LinkedIn but struggling to get traction, you’re not alone. What if I told you that LinkedIn content could be optimized just like SEO? In this episode, we’re diving into a brand-new way of approaching LinkedIn content—using AI tools that analyze top-performing posts and provide insights to maximize your reach and engagement. I’ll break down how these tools work, why I’m giving them my official thumbs up (even after recommending sticki...
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1 month ago
11 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
Brand Building is Not a Luxury—It’s a Growth Strategy
Brand awareness isn’t just for big companies with deep pockets—it’s a critical part of growing any business, including startups and small businesses. But many companies focus only on short-term sales and performance marketing, missing out on the long-term benefits of building a strong, recognizable brand. In this episode, I sit down with James Hurman, the founder of Previously Unavailable, to explore the science behind advertising effectiveness. James shares why businesses struggle to grow be...
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1 month ago
37 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
From Digital First to AI First
This episode explores the imperative shift from a digital-first mindset to an AI-first approach in marketing, emphasizing how to incorporate AI into internal processes for enhanced efficiency and creativity. Throughout, I discuss strategic alignment, process documentation, custom AI models, training with quality data, and automation for maximum impact. • Discussing the transition to an AI-first mindset • Importance of aligning AI with marketing objectives • Utilizing AI as ...
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1 month ago
27 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
Is AI Content Hurting Your Google Rankings? Insights from Originality.ai’s Jon Gillham
This episode dives into the pressing issue of AI's role in content marketing and its implications for search engine rankings. We discuss the risks of over-reliance on AI while emphasizing the importance of maintaining quality, originality, and a human touch in content creation. • Exploring the balance between AI efficiency and content quality • Google’s stance on AI content and implications for rankings • The role of Originalityai in ensuring high-quality content • Re...
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2 months ago
37 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
400 Episodes, 7 Themes: The Digital Marketing Playbook for the Future
This 400th episode of this podcast revolves around insights into 7 pivotal digital marketing themes that have emerged from the top 25 episodes of my recent 100 over the last 2 years. You will learn how to integrate essential aspects like artificial intelligence, content creation, branding, and influencer partnerships to thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape. • Embracing AI for enhanced marketing efficiency • Importance of authentic content in social media • Developing strategi...
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2 months ago
33 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
The Digital Marketing Success Cycle: A Smarter Way for Small Businesses to Grow with Dave Charest
Unlock the secrets of successful small business marketing with insights from Dave Charest, director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact. Discover how even small, impactful actions can create "wow experiences" that fuel word-of-mouth marketing and elevate your brand's digital presence without emptying your wallet. Join us as we promise a transformation in your marketing approach, leveraging email, social channels, and automation to not only engage but also build lasting relationships...
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2 months ago
44 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
The Truth About Marketing Agencies: Why a Fractional CMO is Your Best Investment
Marketing is essential to growing your business, but hiring the right support can be confusing. Should you work with a marketing agency, bring in a consultant, or hire a Fractional CMO? Each option has its pros and cons, and making the wrong choice could mean wasted budget and minimal results. In this episode, I break down the differences between agencies, consultants, and fractional CMOS—so you can decide which is best for your business. I’ll share real insights from my experience in all thr...
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2 months ago
18 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
Why PR Still Matters in Digital Marketing (and How to Use It Effectively)
Elevate your marketing strategy by understanding the transformative power of public relations. Michelle Garrett shares expert insights on integrating PR with marketing efforts, emphasizing collaboration, authenticity, and the importance of writing in crafting compelling narratives. • PR as a game changer for brand visibility • Core writing skills as foundational for PR success • Understanding the role of AI in content creation • The evolving importance of press releas...
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2 months ago
42 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
Twitter is No Longer Social Media—What It Means for Your Brand
Twitter has always been a major player in social media, driving traffic and engagement for businesses. But things, as you well know, have changed. In this episode, I reveal why I believe Twitter is no longer a true social media platform and why I now classify it as "political media." Using my own data and observations, I break down how Twitter's algorithm prioritizes political content over business conversations, why engagement is dropping, and what this means for marketers. Most importantly,...
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2 months ago
17 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
From Idea to Exit: Building an E-Commerce Empire with Neil Twa
In today’s episode, we’re diving into the exciting world of e-commerce with Neil Twa, co-author of Almost Automated Income with FBA. Neil has spent over a decade helping businesses go from nothing to building scalable, profitable brands that thrive on platforms like Amazon, TikTok, and more. E-commerce is one of the fastest-growing opportunities in digital marketing, offering incredible potential for entrepreneurs who are ready to identify profitable niches, connect with their ideal customers...
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2 months ago
48 minutes

Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer
Are you a small business owner feeling overwhelmed by AI? You're not alone. While enterprise companies throw massive budgets at custom AI solutions, you're wondering how to get started without breaking the bank or spending hours learning complex prompts. In this episode, I sit down with Phil Pallen, author of AI for Small Business and creative branding expert, who reveals the simple framework that's helping small business owners find immediate AI wins. Phil shares his journey from studying me...