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You’re in marketing for one reason: Grow. Grow your company, reputation, customers, impact, profits. Grow yourself. This is a community that will help. It will stretch your mind, connect you to fascinating people, and provide some fun along the way. I am so glad you’re here. -Mark Schaefer

Civil activism and marketing make for uncomfortable yet unavoidable partners. Mark Schaefer and Brooke Sellas discuss this thunderous trend.

One of the most overlooked marketing obstacles when launching a new product is psychological switching costs. And today I have a personal story about condoms

A life in chaos doesn’t necessarily mean you have to abandon your personal branding goals.

How does branding work in a world where nobody sees your ads any more? The customer is the marketer.

“Begin with your why” is a popular consulting mantra, but not the best marketing strategy.

People are quitting their jobs in droves. Why? And what does this mean to you?


Short takes on the influencer trend, weird content marketing, and the glory of TikTok.

Audience intimidation is real and it can be scary. Mark Schaefer suggests you only have one option to defeat your fears!

Is your life story limiting your potential? Changing your narrative can change your momentum.

The pandemic has upended the world. Welcome to the Era of Unintended Consequences.

Imposter syndrome can be paralyzing. Here’s one idea to help overcome the anxiety.
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