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DesignRush PodcastDon't Launch Until You Know THIS About Week 1Onboarding decides whether a global team succeeds or stalls. Most teams rush into tasks, reuse old playbooks, and hope it works. Lydia Hickman from Hugo explains what actually happens in the first ten days and why these early moves determine long term results. In this episode, we unpack the signals of a strong team, how to earn trust from day one, and why early alignment matters more than visible speed. You will learn: • Why questions are the strongest indicator of a high performing team • How to build trust and credibility from day one • Why copying old onboarding processes usually fails • The...
2025-12-1024 min
DesignRush PodcastDon't Launch Until You Know THIS About Week 1Onboarding decides whether a global team succeeds or stalls. Most teams rush into tasks, reuse old playbooks, and hope it works. Lydia Hickman from Hugo explains what actually happens in the first ten days and why these early moves determine long term results. In this episode, we unpack the signals of a strong team, how to earn trust from day one, and why early alignment matters more than visible speed. You will learn: • Why questions are the strongest indicator of a high performing team • How to build trust and credibility from day one • Why copying old onboarding processes usually fails • The role AI pla...
2025-12-1024 min
DesignRush PodcastHow To Spot Burnout Before It Hurts Your BusinessAgencies aren’t failing because of weak sales, they’re failing because of broken systems. In this episode, EO Staff Founder & CEO Chris Kille reveals how agency leaders can prevent margin leaks, reduce churn, and reclaim 10–20 hours a week by fixing what’s behind the scenes: ops, delegation, and team clarity. Chris shares the frameworks he teaches hundreds of founders, from the “definition of done” to inbox triage and time blocking, all designed to help CEOs escape the daily grind and build agencies that scale without burnout. 🎧 You’ll learn: Why vague delegation silently kills profit How to spot early signs of ch...
2025-11-2621 min
DesignRush PodcastHow To Spot Burnout Before It Hurts Your BusinessAgencies aren’t failing because of weak sales, they’re failing because of broken systems. In this episode, EO Staff Founder & CEO Chris Kille reveals how agency leaders can prevent margin leaks, reduce churn, and reclaim 10–20 hours a week by fixing what’s behind the scenes: ops, delegation, and team clarity. Chris shares the frameworks he teaches hundreds of founders, from the “definition of done” to inbox triage and time blocking, all designed to help CEOs escape the daily grind and build agencies that scale without burnout. 🎧 You’ll learn: Why vague delegation silently kills profit How to spot early signs of churn an...
2025-11-2621 min
DesignRush PodcastSpecial Edition 2025 Highlights Episode Scaling Smart: Billionaire B2B Coaches Know About GrowthB2B Scaling Smart: What PepsiCo, Lenovo & Billionaire Coaches Know About Growth. The real truth behind smart business growth, straight from four industry leaders. In this special edition of the DesignRush Podcast, we highlight powerful insights from executives at PepsiCo and Lenovo, alongside a top equity strategist and an AI-driven marketing expert. Together, they share the practical strategies shaping how brands grow in 2025. Featured Guests:• Carl Gerards (PepsiCo) – How Lay’s created a global identity without losing authenticity @Lays • Tom Butler (Lenovo) – Why on-device tools are transforming enterprise productivity @Lenovo • Emmy Sobieski (MegaWealth) – The equity-first framework used by top wealth builder...
2025-11-1928 min
DesignRush PodcastSpecial Edition 2025 Highlights Episode Scaling Smart: Billionaire B2B Coaches Know About GrowthB2B Scaling Smart: What PepsiCo, Lenovo & Billionaire Coaches Know About Growth. The real truth behind smart business growth, straight from four industry leaders. In this special edition of the DesignRush Podcast, we highlight powerful insights from executives at PepsiCo and Lenovo, alongside a top equity strategist and an AI-driven marketing expert. Together, they share the practical strategies shaping how brands grow in 2025. Featured Guests:• Carl Gerards (PepsiCo) – How Lay’s created a global identity without losing authenticity @Lays • Tom Butler (Lenovo) – Why on-device tools are transforming enterprise productivity @Lenovo • Emmy Sobieski (MegaWealth) – The equity-first framework used by top wealth builders • Ale...
2025-11-1928 min
DesignRush PodcastAI, Branding & Wealth: 4 Leaders on the Future of BusinessFour powerhouse voices. One essential conversation.In this special highlight edition, we bring together four global leaders redefining how businesses scale through AI, storytelling, wealth strategy, and next-generation design. From PepsiCo’s worldwide brand refresh to predictive marketing systems and billionaire-level equity frameworks, these insights are shaping 2025.Featured Leaders• Carl Gerhards, PepsiCo — Scaling authenticity across 200+ global markets• Tom Butler, Lenovo — Why AI PCs are the future of enterprise productivity• Emmy Sobieski, MegaWealth — Building wealth through strategy, risk, and equity• Alex Banks, The Signal — Predictive AI tools top brands rely on to stay aheadWhat You’ll Learn• How global design sys...
2025-11-1928 min
DesignRush PodcastHow Brainlabs Scaled to 1,000+ With AI, Systems & Relentless ExecutionThe best agencies aren’t scaling with hype, they’re scaling with systems. In this episode, Brainlabs Global CEO Daniel Gilbert reveals how his team grew from a one-person startup to 1,000+ employees by embedding AI into every process and building a culture of relentless execution. He breaks down how Brainlabs redefined what it means to be a data-driven agency, not by chasing trends, but by treating AI as infrastructure and process as product. 🎧 You’ll learn: Why top agencies focus on systems over slogans How Brainlabs uses AI across campaigns, culture, and ops What “AI visibility” means, and why it’s the new...
2025-11-1240 min
DesignRush PodcastHow Brainlabs Scaled to 1,000+ With AI, Systems & Relentless ExecutionThe best agencies aren’t scaling with hype, they’re scaling with systems. In this episode, Brainlabs Global CEO Daniel Gilbert reveals how his team grew from a one-person startup to 1,000+ employees by embedding AI into every process and building a culture of relentless execution. He breaks down how Brainlabs redefined what it means to be a data-driven agency, not by chasing trends, but by treating AI as infrastructure and process as product. 🎧 You’ll learn: Why top agencies focus on systems over slogans How Brainlabs uses AI across campaigns, culture, and ops What “AI visibility” means, and why it’s the new SEO H...
2025-11-1240 min
DesignRush PodcastWeak Browser Security Is the #1 Cybersecurity Risk Damaging Your BusinessThe browser is now the new operating system and it’s also the #1 target for cyberattacks. So why are so many organizations overlooking browser security? In this episode, Shourya Pratap Singh, Principal Software Engineer at SquareX, dives deep into the rapidly evolving world of browser security and why it’s no longer enough to rely solely on endpoint and network protection. Shourya discusses how SquareX is bridging the gap between user experience (UX) and cybersecurity, making sure your team is protected without compromising their workflow. 🎧 You’ll learn: Why the browser has become the new cybersecurity battlefield The biggest misconcep...
2025-11-0524 min
DesignRush PodcastWeak Browser Security Is the #1 Cybersecurity Risk Damaging Your BusinessThe browser is now the new operating system and it’s also the #1 target for cyberattacks. So why are so many organizations overlooking browser security? In this episode, Shourya Pratap Singh, Principal Software Engineer at SquareX, dives deep into the rapidly evolving world of browser security and why it’s no longer enough to rely solely on endpoint and network protection. Shourya discusses how SquareX is bridging the gap between user experience (UX) and cybersecurity, making sure your team is protected without compromising their workflow. 🎧 You’ll learn: Why the browser has become the new cybersecurity battlefield The biggest misconceptions about bro...
2025-11-0524 min
DesignRush PodcastDesign Is Losing Its Soul: Stink Studios’ Head of Design Explains WhyDesign is moving faster than ever, but at what cost? In this episode, Viv Greywoode, Head of Design at Stink Studios, unpacks why today’s creative work often lacks emotional depth, and what it really takes to make brands feel human again. With over 15 years leading design for Google, Peloton, LOEWE, and Nike, Viv reveals how to protect craft in an AI-driven world, build empowered creative teams, and move beyond surface-level design into work that resonates and endures. 🎧 You’ll learn: Why design systems make creativity more human, not less How to lead high-performing teams without killing the spark What AI...
2025-10-291h 02
DesignRush PodcastDesign Is Losing Its Soul: Stink Studios’ Head of Design Explains WhyDesign is moving faster than ever, but at what cost? In this episode, Viv Greywoode, Head of Design at Stink Studios, unpacks why today’s creative work often lacks emotional depth, and what it really takes to make brands feel human again. With over 15 years leading design for Google, Peloton, LOEWE, and Nike, Viv reveals how to protect craft in an AI-driven world, build empowered creative teams, and move beyond surface-level design into work that resonates and endures. 🎧 You’ll learn: Why design systems make creativity more human, not less How to lead high-performing teams without killing the spark What AI can’...
2025-10-291h 02
DesignRush PodcastThe #1 Reason Agencies Fail (And How To Fix It) | Pete Caputa, CEO of DataboxMost agencies aren’t failing because of bad clients, they’re failing because of bad focus. In this episode, Pete Caputa, CEO of Databox and architect of HubSpot’s $115M partner program, shares the hard truth: most agencies stay stuck because they chase trends instead of building systems. Pete breaks down his SPEARS framework and shows how to scale with strategy, not guesswork. 🎧 You’ll learn: The #1 reason agencies fail (and what to do about it) How “niching down” increases profits and retention Why most agencies confuse tactics with true strategy How to use data as your company’s memory Why AI is...
2025-10-2249 min
DesignRush PodcastThe #1 Reason Agencies Fail (And How To Fix It) | Pete Caputa, CEO of DataboxMost agencies aren’t failing because of bad clients, they’re failing because of bad focus. In this episode, Pete Caputa, CEO of Databox and architect of HubSpot’s $115M partner program, shares the hard truth: most agencies stay stuck because they chase trends instead of building systems. Pete breaks down his SPEARS framework and shows how to scale with strategy, not guesswork. 🎧 You’ll learn: The #1 reason agencies fail (and what to do about it) How “niching down” increases profits and retention Why most agencies confuse tactics with true strategy How to use data as your company’s memory Why AI is not you...
2025-10-2249 min
DesignRush PodcastThe Real Story Behind Lay’s Rebrand | PepsiCo’s Bold Design MoveWhat does it take to reinvent the world’s best-selling chip brand — and make it feel brand new again? In this episode, Carl Gerhards, Senior Design Director at PepsiCo, joins Kia Johnson on the DesignRush Podcast to unpack how Lay’s underwent its most ambitious brand refresh in nearly a century. From rediscovering its roots to turning packaging into storytelling, Carl shares how design drives meaning, emotion, and business growth on a global scale. What you’ll learn: How PepsiCo reimagined Lay’s visual identity for over 200 markets Why authenticity and storytelling are at the heart of great design The balanc...
2025-10-0924 min
DesignRush PodcastThe Real Story Behind Lay’s Rebrand | PepsiCo’s Bold Design MoveWhat does it take to reinvent the world’s best-selling chip brand — and make it feel brand new again? In this episode, Carl Gerhards, Senior Design Director at PepsiCo, joins Kia Johnson on the DesignRush Podcast to unpack how Lay’s underwent its most ambitious brand refresh in nearly a century. From rediscovering its roots to turning packaging into storytelling, Carl shares how design drives meaning, emotion, and business growth on a global scale. What you’ll learn: How PepsiCo reimagined Lay’s visual identity for over 200 markets Why authenticity and storytelling are at the heart of great design The balance be...
2025-10-0924 min
DesignRush PodcastThe Hidden Reasons Agencies Lose Clients Before PitchingThe Hidden Reason Agencies Lose Clients and How to Fix It Most agencies don’t lose clients because of bad work. They lose them before the first project even begins. In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Cliff Skelliter (Founder, Sky Story Creative) and Prashant Puri (CEO & Co-Founder, AdLift) reveal the hidden reason agencies lose trust: surface-level pitching, generic strategies, and black-box delivery models. From building emotional rapport to leveraging foresight and backend transparency, they explain how modern agencies can shift from “just another vendor” to indispensable strategic partner. What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why most agency pitches fail before they start ✔...
2025-10-0143 min
DesignRush PodcastThe Hidden Reasons Agencies Lose Clients Before PitchingThe Hidden Reason Agencies Lose Clients and How to Fix It Most agencies don’t lose clients because of bad work. They lose them before the first project even begins. In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Cliff Skelliter (Founder, Sky Story Creative) and Prashant Puri (CEO & Co-Founder, AdLift) reveal the hidden reason agencies lose trust: surface-level pitching, generic strategies, and black-box delivery models. From building emotional rapport to leveraging foresight and backend transparency, they explain how modern agencies can shift from “just another vendor” to indispensable strategic partner. What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why most agency pitches fail before they start ✔️ The...
2025-10-0143 min
DesignRush PodcastAI Success vs. Failure: Tim O’Reilly’s Hard Truths for LeadersGenerosity is a business model. In this episode, Tim O’Reilly, founder and CEO of O’Reilly Media, shares how open source, Web 2.0, and now AI show that the future belongs to those who create more value than they capture. From coining “open source” to popularizing “Web 2.0,” O’Reilly has spent decades helping innovators tell the stories that shape the future. He explains why blitzscaling is a dead end, how generosity and trust drive long-term success, and what AI can learn from the history of the internet. Key takeaways: Why “create more value than you capture” is the ultimate growth strategy Th...
2025-09-2445 min
DesignRush PodcastAI Success vs. Failure: Tim O’Reilly’s Hard Truths for LeadersGenerosity is a business model. In this episode, Tim O’Reilly, founder and CEO of O’Reilly Media, shares how open source, Web 2.0, and now AI show that the future belongs to those who create more value than they capture. From coining “open source” to popularizing “Web 2.0,” O’Reilly has spent decades helping innovators tell the stories that shape the future. He explains why blitzscaling is a dead end, how generosity and trust drive long-term success, and what AI can learn from the history of the internet. Key takeaways: Why “create more value than you capture” is the ultimate growth strategy The archi...
2025-09-2445 min
DesignRush PodcastThe $13 Trillion Market Businesses Dismiss: Can You Guess It?There’s a $13 trillion market most businesses still overlook. Can your brand afford to? In this episode, Tiffany Yu, CEO of Diversability® and author of The Anti-Ableist Manifesto, breaks down the real cost of ignoring disability inclusion and the growth potential when companies get it right. What you'll learn: How the global disability community holds $13 trillion in consumer power What Walmart and Goldman Sachs are doing to embed accessibility How to move beyond surface-level DEI Where AI fits into the future of inclusive design What it takes to build a workplace where access is the default This isn’t about...
2025-09-171h 04
DesignRush PodcastThe $13 Trillion Market Businesses Dismiss: Can You Guess It?There’s a $13 trillion market most businesses still overlook. Can your brand afford to? In this episode, Tiffany Yu, CEO of Diversability® and author of The Anti-Ableist Manifesto, breaks down the real cost of ignoring disability inclusion and the growth potential when companies get it right. What you'll learn: How the global disability community holds $13 trillion in consumer power What Walmart and Goldman Sachs are doing to embed accessibility How to move beyond surface-level DEI Where AI fits into the future of inclusive design What it takes to build a workplace where access is the default This isn’t about compl...
2025-09-171h 04
DesignRush PodcastWhat's the SECRET to Building TRUST with AI in the Workplace?“Culture isn’t fluff—it’s your brand strategy.” — Erika Heald In this episode, B2B marketing consultant Erika Heald explains why authentic company culture is the key to trust, loyalty, and scalable content. With experience at Salesforce, LinkedIn, and Anaplan, Erika shares how culture shapes content, why employees are your best brand ambassadors, and how to use AI without losing humanity. Key takeaways: Why ignoring culture damages both talent and brand Salesforce as a model for culture-driven content How onboarding fuels employee advocacy Building governance frameworks (voice, style, taxonomy) B2B is really H2H: human to human How to adopt AI...
2025-09-1036 min
DesignRush PodcastWhat's the SECRET to Building TRUST with AI in the Workplace?“Culture isn’t fluff—it’s your brand strategy.” — Erika Heald In this episode, B2B marketing consultant Erika Heald explains why authentic company culture is the key to trust, loyalty, and scalable content. With experience at Salesforce, LinkedIn, and Anaplan, Erika shares how culture shapes content, why employees are your best brand ambassadors, and how to use AI without losing humanity. Key takeaways: Why ignoring culture damages both talent and brand Salesforce as a model for culture-driven content How onboarding fuels employee advocacy Building governance frameworks (voice, style, taxonomy) B2B is really H2H: human to human How to adopt...
2025-09-1036 min
DesignRush PodcastHow to Scale a 7 Figure Business with Lean Automation and AI“Any new founder that's spending time in things that are not sales or lead generation is probably wasting their time if they don't have a good business yet.” — Noemi Kis In this episode, Noemi Kis — serial entrepreneur, AI enthusiast, TEDx speaker, and founder of Future Proof Founders — shares the raw truths about scaling lean businesses. She built a seven-figure company with just two people and now teaches non-technical founders how to use AI, automation, and content to grow profitably without the grind. She explains why lead generation and sales must come before everything else, why you should never “automate chaos,” and...
2025-09-0327 min
DesignRush PodcastHow to Scale a 7 Figure Business with Lean Automation and AI“Any new founder that's spending time in things that are not sales or lead generation is probably wasting their time if they don't have a good business yet.” — Noemi Kis In this episode, Noemi Kis — serial entrepreneur, AI enthusiast, TEDx speaker, and founder of Future Proof Founders — shares the raw truths about scaling lean businesses. She built a seven-figure company with just two people and now teaches non-technical founders how to use AI, automation, and content to grow profitably without the grind. She explains why lead generation and sales must come before everything else, why you should never “automate chaos,” and how to bal...
2025-09-0327 min
DesignRush PodcastGratitude Won’t Save Your Team (But This Will)Gratitude won’t save your team — unless it’s backed by real leadership. In this episode, New York Times bestselling author and workplace strategist Chester Elton breaks down why gratitude is only powerful when paired with communication, trust, and culture — especially in times of crisis. He shares hard-earned lessons from companies like WD-40, Texas Roadhouse, and American Express, and reveals what great leaders do daily to retain top talent, reduce anxiety, and build truly resilient teams. 🎯 You’ll learn: Why recognition is a measurable leadership habit — not fluff What “I noticed…” can do for mental health at work How top teams use joy, no...
2025-08-0642 min
DesignRush PodcastGratitude Won’t Save Your Team (But This Will)Gratitude won’t save your team — unless it’s backed by real leadership. In this episode, New York Times bestselling author and workplace strategist Chester Elton breaks down why gratitude is only powerful when paired with communication, trust, and culture — especially in times of crisis. He shares hard-earned lessons from companies like WD-40, Texas Roadhouse, and American Express, and reveals what great leaders do daily to retain top talent, reduce anxiety, and build truly resilient teams. 🎯 You’ll learn: Why recognition is a measurable leadership habit — not fluff What “I noticed…” can do for mental health at work How top teams use joy, not fe...
2025-08-0642 min
DesignRush PodcastMarketing Masterclass from the Mind Behind League of Legends & Witcher 3In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, game marketing leader and Stealth CEO Guy Costantini reveals how legendary franchises like The Witcher 3, League of Legends, and The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners earned their place in pop culture. Guy breaks down the hidden strategy behind gaming’s biggest hits, the difference between hype and heart, and how stealth-mode studios can outmaneuver the giants. Whether you build games, brands, or creative teams, this episode shows how to make your next launch unforgettable. What You’ll Learn: 🎯 Why passion is still your biggest strategic advantage 🧩 How to spot “unfair advantages” behind breakout game IP 🤖 When...
2025-07-301h 08
DesignRush PodcastMarketing Masterclass from the Mind Behind League of Legends & Witcher 3In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, game marketing leader and Stealth CEO Guy Costantini reveals how legendary franchises like The Witcher 3, League of Legends, and The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners earned their place in pop culture. Guy breaks down the hidden strategy behind gaming’s biggest hits, the difference between hype and heart, and how stealth-mode studios can outmaneuver the giants. Whether you build games, brands, or creative teams, this episode shows how to make your next launch unforgettable. What You’ll Learn: 🎯 Why passion is still your biggest strategic advantage 🧩 How to spot “unfair advantages” behind breakout game IP 🤖 When to t...
2025-07-301h 08
DesignRush PodcastHow Saying “No” Helped This NYC Agency Grow and Keep Its ClientsStop Spreading Yourself Thin. Say ‘No’ to Win. In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Brand New: a collective Co-Founder Kellie Pean and Managing Director Sophie Jacoel share the real strategies behind their agency’s year-over-year growth — including one that might surprise you: saying “no.” From avoiding burnout to retaining long-term clients, these founders break down how clarity, boundaries, and culture-first leadership helped them scale without selling out. What You’ll Learn: How saying “no” actually drives growth Tips to prevent agency burnout and team fatigue How to retain clients without chasing every pitch The link between clarity and creative excellenc...
2025-07-1644 min
DesignRush PodcastHow Saying “No” Helped This NYC Agency Grow and Keep Its ClientsStop Spreading Yourself Thin. Say ‘No’ to Win. In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Brand New: a collective Co-Founder Kellie Pean and Managing Director Sophie Jacoel share the real strategies behind their agency’s year-over-year growth — including one that might surprise you: saying “no.” From avoiding burnout to retaining long-term clients, these founders break down how clarity, boundaries, and culture-first leadership helped them scale without selling out. What You’ll Learn: How saying “no” actually drives growth Tips to prevent agency burnout and team fatigue How to retain clients without chasing every pitch The link between clarity and creative excellence Why nic...
2025-07-1644 min
DesignRush PodcastThe #1 Thing You're Getting WRONG About Company CultureMost agencies don’t scale because of client pressure — they stall because of internal misalignment. In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, 5WPR’s Managing Partners, Ilisa Wirgin and Leigh-Ann Ambrosi, reveal how culture-first leadership protects creativity, inspires teams, and fuels sustainable growth — even under pressure. From how AI is shifting PR visibility to why affiliate strategies now drive earned placements, they unpack the hard truths about leadership, trust, and what it really takes to scale without burning out your people. What You’ll Learn: The culture mistake stalling your growth How to keep top talent engaged Why listening beats pitc...
2025-07-0942 min
DesignRush PodcastThe #1 Thing You're Getting WRONG About Company CultureMost agencies don’t scale because of client pressure — they stall because of internal misalignment. In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, 5WPR’s Managing Partners, Ilisa Wirgin and Leigh-Ann Ambrosi, reveal how culture-first leadership protects creativity, inspires teams, and fuels sustainable growth — even under pressure. From how AI is shifting PR visibility to why affiliate strategies now drive earned placements, they unpack the hard truths about leadership, trust, and what it really takes to scale without burning out your people. What You’ll Learn: The culture mistake stalling your growth How to keep top talent engaged Why listening beats pitching W...
2025-07-0942 min
DesignRush PodcastWhy 60% of Your Email List Is Hurting ROI & How to Fix It | Podcast #96Is your outreach driving ROI, or just clogging inboxes? In episode No. 96 of the DesignRush Podcast, Brian Minick (COO, ZeroBounce) and Keryn Gold (CEO, Lead With Gold) reveal why most B2B teams are still getting cold outreach wrong — and how smarter data and segmentation change everything. What You’ll Learn: ✔️ How bad data kills deliverability ✔️ Where AI improves outreach ✔️ What “day zero ROI” means for your CRM ✔️ Why behavioral segmentation outperforms demographics Like, comment, and subscribe — and if you’ve got a story to share, email spotlight@designrush.c...
2025-07-0239 min
DesignRush PodcastWhy 60% of Your Email List Is Hurting ROI & How to Fix It | Podcast #96Is your outreach driving ROI, or just clogging inboxes? In episode No. 96 of the DesignRush Podcast, Brian Minick (COO, ZeroBounce) and Keryn Gold (CEO, Lead With Gold) reveal why most B2B teams are still getting cold outreach wrong — and how smarter data and segmentation change everything. What You’ll Learn: ✔️ How bad data kills deliverability ✔️ Where AI improves outreach ✔️ What “day zero ROI” means for your CRM ✔️ Why behavioral segmentation outperforms demographics Like, comment, and subscribe — and if you’ve got a story to share, email spotlight@designrush.com.FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH ☑️ Website: https://www.designrush.com/☑️ Instagram: / designrushmag ☑️ LinkedIn: / designrush ABOUT DESIGNRUSHDesignRush.com is a...
2025-07-0240 min
DesignRush PodcastThe Cost of Skipping Validation: What Founders Get Wrong About MVPsLaunching an unvalidated MVP can cost you big — sometimes six figures. In this episode, David Barlev, CEO & Co‑Founder of Goji Labs, pulls back the curtain on a strategy‑first product approach that helps founders test ideas early, fight emotional bias, and build lean, data‑driven prototypes. What you’ll learn: Why “perfect MVPs” waste time and money The powerful “castle vs shack” mindset for lean validation How the North Star Workshop helps rank features by real value Ways to prototype with AI to test early signal Why message‑market fit is as crucial as product features Watch now, and don’t forget to subscr...
2025-06-2648 min
DesignRush PodcastThe Cost of Skipping Validation: What Founders Get Wrong About MVPsLaunching an unvalidated MVP can cost you big — sometimes six figures. In this episode, David Barlev, CEO & Co‑Founder of Goji Labs, pulls back the curtain on a strategy‑first product approach that helps founders test ideas early, fight emotional bias, and build lean, data‑driven prototypes. What you’ll learn: Why “perfect MVPs” waste time and money The powerful “castle vs shack” mindset for lean validation How the North Star Workshop helps rank features by real value Ways to prototype with AI to test early signal Why message‑market fit is as crucial as product features Watch now, and don’t forget to subscribe...
2025-06-2648 min
DesignRush Podcast#1 Reason Founders Fail to Scale Business RemotelyMost founders focus on tools rather than presence. In this episode, Katmai Tech CEO Erik Braund reveals why scheduled meetings and video calls are killing remote team culture, and what it actually takes to scale successfully without a physical office. You’ll learn: Why “your calendar is bricked”, and that’s a culture problem, not a productivity one How Katmai turns scheduled meetings into spontaneous 5-minute conversations The one mistake companies make when replicating physical offices online Why the most important conversations happen after the meeting What Fortune 500s are learning from early adopters of virtual HQs Listen on Spotify...
2025-06-1845 min
DesignRush Podcast#1 Reason Founders Fail to Scale Business RemotelyMost founders focus on tools rather than presence. In this episode, Katmai Tech CEO Erik Braund reveals why scheduled meetings and video calls are killing remote team culture, and what it actually takes to scale successfully without a physical office. You’ll learn: Why “your calendar is bricked”, and that’s a culture problem, not a productivity one How Katmai turns scheduled meetings into spontaneous 5-minute conversations The one mistake companies make when replicating physical offices online Why the most important conversations happen after the meeting What Fortune 500s are learning from early adopters of virtual HQs Listen on Spotify, Apple Po...
2025-06-1845 min
DesignRush PodcastWhat Most Founders Get Wrong About Scaling with AIWhat Most Founders Get Wrong About Scaling with AI Too many service businesses are overhiring, overspending, and still underdelivering. In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Pavel Sher — Founder & CEO of FuseBase — breaks down why scaling with AI fails for most teams, and how to get it right from day one. This isn’t just about automation. It’s about building lean, intelligent systems that actually work. In episode #93, you’ll learn: Why AI agents should act like team members — not tools The two biggest mistakes founders make when scaling ops How smart client portals drive trust, retention, and revenue The...
2025-06-1127 min
DesignRush PodcastWhat Most Founders Get Wrong About Scaling with AIWhat Most Founders Get Wrong About Scaling with AI Too many service businesses are overhiring, overspending, and still underdelivering. In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Pavel Sher — Founder & CEO of FuseBase — breaks down why scaling with AI fails for most teams, and how to get it right from day one. This isn’t just about automation. It’s about building lean, intelligent systems that actually work. In episode #93, you’ll learn: Why AI agents should act like team members — not tools The two biggest mistakes founders make when scaling ops How smart client portals drive trust, retention, and revenue The one ques...
2025-06-1127 min
DesignRush PodcastHow Founders Can Grow Smart (and Fast)In Episode 92 of the DesignRush Podcast, host Kia Johnson speaks with two high-performing founders who’ve scaled companies in high-pressure industries — without sacrificing integrity or efficiency. Kenny Kelley, CEO of Silent Beacon, shares how a life-altering moment inspired a safety product that now protects thousands. Chris Raulf, CEO of Boulder SEO Marketing, explains how visibility and credibility grow from content, not cold calls. What you’ll learn: How to scale without compromising trust or team health Why performance-driven SEO beats broad tactics The real cost of premature hiring and outbound fatigue How founder-led clarity fuels sustainable growth This episode is for...
2025-06-0445 min
DesignRush PodcastHow Founders Can Grow Smart (and Fast)In Episode 92 of the DesignRush Podcast, host Kia Johnson speaks with two high-performing founders who’ve scaled companies in high-pressure industries — without sacrificing integrity or efficiency. Kenny Kelley, CEO of Silent Beacon, shares how a life-altering moment inspired a safety product that now protects thousands. Chris Raulf, CEO of Boulder SEO Marketing, explains how visibility and credibility grow from content, not cold calls. What you’ll learn: How to scale without compromising trust or team health Why performance-driven SEO beats broad tactics The real cost of premature hiring and outbound fatigue How founder-led clarity fuels sustainable growth This episode is for le...
2025-06-0445 min
DesignRush PodcastAI PCs vs. Your Assistant? Lenovo Exec on What the Future FavorsWhat if your next assistant isn’t a person, but your PC? In episode No. 91 of the DesignRush Podcast, Lenovo VP Tom Butler explains how next-gen PCs are changing how teams operate. These devices adapt to your workflow, automate repetitive tasks, and manage security directly on the machine. These new systems should provide people more time to think, create, and solve problems. And they’ll significantly reduce manual work, speed up decision-making, and bring more control to the user. Watch the full episode to learn what’s behind the shift to smarter, on-device technology — and why it matters for business...
2025-05-2827 min
DesignRush PodcastAI PCs vs. Your Assistant? Lenovo Exec on What the Future FavorsWhat if your next assistant isn’t a person, but your PC? In episode No. 91 of the DesignRush Podcast, Lenovo VP Tom Butler explains how next-gen PCs are changing how teams operate. These devices adapt to your workflow, automate repetitive tasks, and manage security directly on the machine. These new systems should provide people more time to think, create, and solve problems. And they’ll significantly reduce manual work, speed up decision-making, and bring more control to the user. Watch the full episode to learn what’s behind the shift to smarter, on-device technology — and why it matters for business leaders...
2025-05-2827 min
DesignRush PodcastThe #1 Reason Marketing Gets Ignored in Strategy & How to Fix ItWhy are marketers being sidelined in strategic decisions? The problem isn’t data — it’s what you do with it. In Episode 90 of the DesignRush Podcast, Stacey Danheiser, COO of Impressa AI and founder of Shake Marketing, reveals the #1 reason marketing gets ignored in the boardroom — and what to do about it. With 14 years inside Fortune 500s and over a decade advising growth-stage teams, Stacey unpacks how execution-first mindsets, shallow customer insight, and weak internal positioning keep marketers out of strategic conversations. For CMOs, marketing leads, and business unit heads, this is essential listening. You’ll learn why insight — not output — ear...
2025-05-2154 min
DesignRush PodcastThe #1 Reason Marketing Gets Ignored in Strategy & How to Fix ItWhy are marketers being sidelined in strategic decisions? The problem isn’t data — it’s what you do with it. In Episode 90 of the DesignRush Podcast, Stacey Danheiser, COO of Impressa AI and founder of Shake Marketing, reveals the #1 reason marketing gets ignored in the boardroom — and what to do about it. With 14 years inside Fortune 500s and over a decade advising growth-stage teams, Stacey unpacks how execution-first mindsets, shallow customer insight, and weak internal positioning keep marketers out of strategic conversations. For CMOs, marketing leads, and business unit heads, this is essential listening. You’ll learn why insight — not output —...
2025-05-2154 min
DesignRush PodcastWhy Most Startups Fail After Scaling | Avoid These MistakesAre you scaling your business — or just overbuilding your team? In Episode 89 of the DesignRush Podcast, Carlo Rivis (CEO, Innovation Discovery) and Julia Arpag (Founder, Aligned Recruitment) break down how founders and growth-stage companies can scale smarter — without overhiring. In 2025, U.S. companies have already laid off 3.5 million workers, many due to aggressive headcount growth without sustainable systems. Carlo shares how innovation is stifled by outdated frameworks, while Julia offers hiring strategies used by SaaS startups, Series A leaders, and top recruitment teams. Together, they challenge the traditional growth playbook — and lay out a leaner, faster path forward. What You’ll...
2025-05-1447 min
DesignRush PodcastWhy Most Startups Fail After Scaling | Avoid These MistakesAre you scaling your business — or just overbuilding your team? In Episode 89 of the DesignRush Podcast, Carlo Rivis (CEO, Innovation Discovery) and Julia Arpag (Founder, Aligned Recruitment) break down how founders and growth-stage companies can scale smarter — without overhiring. In 2025, U.S. companies have already laid off 3.5 million workers, many due to aggressive headcount growth without sustainable systems. Carlo shares how innovation is stifled by outdated frameworks, while Julia offers hiring strategies used by SaaS startups, Series A leaders, and top recruitment teams. Together, they challenge the traditional growth playbook — and lay out a leaner, faster path forward. What You’ll Learn...
2025-05-1447 min
DesignRush PodcastThe New Rules of Executive Influence: Brand, Value, and LegacyIs your executive brand opening doors — or closing them behind you? In Episode 88 of the DesignRush Podcast, Adam Broda—executive career strategist, former Amazon and Boeing leader, and Founder of Broda Coaching—shares how over 300 senior professionals landed roles at Tesla, Meta, Google, and beyond. For executives and senior professionals, the job market isn’t about experience — it’s about value clarity. Adam reveals why many high performers get overlooked and how you can build a career brand that attracts opportunity, influence, and leverage. What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why high-level résumés filled with tasks fail to impress ✔️ The secret to attracting...
2025-05-0729 min
DesignRush PodcastThe New Rules of Executive Influence: Brand, Value, and LegacyIs your executive brand opening doors — or closing them behind you? In Episode 88 of the DesignRush Podcast, Adam Broda—executive career strategist, former Amazon and Boeing leader, and Founder of Broda Coaching—shares how over 300 senior professionals landed roles at Tesla, Meta, Google, and beyond. For executives and senior professionals, the job market isn’t about experience — it’s about value clarity. Adam reveals why many high performers get overlooked and how you can build a career brand that attracts opportunity, influence, and leverage. What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why high-level résumés filled with tasks fail to impress ✔️ The secret to attracting rol...
2025-05-0729 min
DesignRush PodcastFormer Google Advisor's Honest Advice on Smart StrategyIs your business strategy preparing you for the future — or setting you up for disruption? In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Global Strategist Rishad Tobaccowala, the former Chief Growth Officer of Publicis Groupe — shares a new way to think about strategy: It’s your “future competitive advantage.” Here, he discusses why nailing your strategy (and fixing broken ones) matters more than ever — and how brands like Amazon, Google, and Delta stay ahead. What you’ll learn: ✔️ Why most strategies are backward-looking — and how to rethink yours ✔️ How companies like Microsoft and Domino’s reinvented themselves ✔️ Why business transformation starts with people, not techno...
2025-04-3046 min
DesignRush PodcastFormer Google Advisor's Honest Advice on Smart StrategyIs your business strategy preparing you for the future — or setting you up for disruption? In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Global Strategist Rishad Tobaccowala, the former Chief Growth Officer of Publicis Groupe — shares a new way to think about strategy: It’s your “future competitive advantage.” Here, he discusses why nailing your strategy (and fixing broken ones) matters more than ever — and how brands like Amazon, Google, and Delta stay ahead. What you’ll learn: ✔️ Why most strategies are backward-looking — and how to rethink yours ✔️ How companies like Microsoft and Domino’s reinvented themselves ✔️ Why business transformation starts with people, not technology ✔...
2025-04-3046 min
DesignRush PodcastConsumer Experience Mistakes Costing You Gen Z Trust & Revenue | Juliette AikenMarketing to Gen Z: What Works & Which Mistakes to AvoidDotdigital CMO Juliette Aiken joins episode No. 85 of the DesignRush Podcast to share what CEOs and executives need to know to engage the next generation of buyers — from harnessing mobile-first strategies and using zero-party data to designing smarter CX and beyond.Key takeaways:- Why authenticity matters more than polish - How Gen Z is changing the B2B sales journey - What most companies get wrong about personalization - Where to invest in marketing channels right now - How to capture customer loyalty in a fragmented world 🎧 Tune in for t...
2025-04-1639 min
DesignRush PodcastConsumer Experience Mistakes Costing You Gen Z Trust & Revenue | Juliette AikenMarketing to Gen Z: What Works & Which Mistakes to AvoidDotdigital CMO Juliette Aiken joins episode No. 85 of the DesignRush Podcast to share what CEOs and executives need to know to engage the next generation of buyers — from harnessing mobile-first strategies and using zero-party data to designing smarter CX and beyond.Key takeaways:- Why authenticity matters more than polish - How Gen Z is changing the B2B sales journey - What most companies get wrong about personalization - Where to invest in marketing channels right now - How to capture customer loyalty in a fragmented world 🎧 Tune in for tips...
2025-04-1639 min
DesignRush PodcastHow to Get Clients to Chase Your Agency, Not the Other Way Around"You get the clients you deserve."Agency success goes beyond just selling your services. It’s also about cultivating true partnerships rooted in accountability, collaboration, and strategy.In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Dave Minifie, Chief Marketing Officer at Terakeet, breaks down how brands and agencies can align to deliver real, measurable growth — without overpromising or settling for short-term wins.Tired of Bad Clients? – Dave explains why the problem might not be them, but you.Vendor or Partner? – Discover how to position yourself as an indispensable strategic ally, not a disposable service.Strategy Over Activity – Why agencies must ditch busy...
2025-03-2727 min
DesignRush PodcastHow to Get Clients to Chase Your Agency, Not the Other Way Around"You get the clients you deserve."Agency success goes beyond just selling your services. It’s also about cultivating true partnerships rooted in accountability, collaboration, and strategy.In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Dave Minifie, Chief Marketing Officer at Terakeet, breaks down how brands and agencies can align to deliver real, measurable growth — without overpromising or settling for short-term wins.Tired of Bad Clients? – Dave explains why the problem might not be them, but you.Vendor or Partner? – Discover how to position yourself as an indispensable strategic ally, not a disposable service.Strategy Over Activity – Why agencies must ditch busywork a...
2025-03-2727 min
DesignRush PodcastAI-Driven Marketing is Changing B2B Strategies Faster Than You Think"If you're competent, you're at risk." AI-driven marketing is leveling the playing field — so what’s left? Radical creativity, personal branding, and next-level customer experience.In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Mark Schaefer reveals how to future-proof your business, build unshakable customer trust, and scale with bold, human-first marketing.Stuck in a Saturated Market? – Mark reveals the game-changing strategies that make brands unforgettable. Competence Isn’t Enough – In the age of AI, creativity and emotional intelligence set you apart.Forget Leads—Build Loyalty – Stop selling. Start creating experiences that turn customers into advocates.AI Can’t Replace Trust – Use tech for insig...
2025-03-2052 min
DesignRush PodcastAI-Driven Marketing is Changing B2B Strategies Faster Than You Think"If you're competent, you're at risk." AI-driven marketing is leveling the playing field — so what’s left? Radical creativity, personal branding, and next-level customer experience.In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Mark Schaefer reveals how to future-proof your business, build unshakable customer trust, and scale with bold, human-first marketing.Stuck in a Saturated Market? – Mark reveals the game-changing strategies that make brands unforgettable. Competence Isn’t Enough – In the age of AI, creativity and emotional intelligence set you apart.Forget Leads—Build Loyalty – Stop selling. Start creating experiences that turn customers into advocates.AI Can’t Replace Trust – Use tech for insights...
2025-03-2052 min
DesignRush PodcastThe AI Mistakes Costing You Money — and How to Fix Them FastIs Your Tech Stack Holding You Back? It's Not About More Tools — It's About How You’re Using Them.In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Andreja Zujkovic, Founder & CEO of IceFyre Solutions, a seasoned tech leader with over 18 years of experience, reveals the critical tech mistakes that are suffocating your business growth:⚠️ Misplaced Investments = Wasted Resources – Buying software without a strategy is burning cash, not scaling.⚠️ Automation ≠ Innovation – If your team is still stuck in manual tasks, you’re falling behind.⚠️ Disconnected Systems Kill Productivity – A scattered tech stack is slowing your team down.⚠️ Integration Is the Secret Weapon – Your tools should talk to each o...
2025-03-1355 min
DesignRush PodcastThe AI Mistakes Costing You Money — and How to Fix Them FastIs Your Tech Stack Holding You Back? It's Not About More Tools — It's About How You’re Using Them.In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Andreja Zujkovic, Founder & CEO of IceFyre Solutions, a seasoned tech leader with over 18 years of experience, reveals the critical tech mistakes that are suffocating your business growth:⚠️ Misplaced Investments = Wasted Resources – Buying software without a strategy is burning cash, not scaling.⚠️ Automation ≠ Innovation – If your team is still stuck in manual tasks, you’re falling behind.⚠️ Disconnected Systems Kill Productivity – A scattered tech stack is slowing your team down.⚠️ Integration Is the Secret Weapon – Your tools should tal...
2025-03-1355 min
DesignRush PodcastHow to Build a Brand So Strong It Sells Without AdvertisingIf Your Brand Disappears Without Paid Ads, You Don’t Have a BrandMost companies aren’t brands — they’re just ad budgets. The moment they stop paying, they vanish.In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Marissa Lather, Director of Marketing and Communications at Bridge Partners, exposes the biggest branding failures crippling businesses today:🚨 No Brand, Just Ads – If paid ads are your only traffic source, you’re renting attention, not owning it.🚨 AI Isn’t Your Enemy, Stagnation Is – Marketers who refuse to evolve will be the first to go.🚨 Stop Selling, Start Transforming – If your marketing is all product talk, no one’s list...
2025-03-0648 min
DesignRush PodcastHow to Build a Brand So Strong It Sells Without AdvertisingIf Your Brand Disappears Without Paid Ads, You Don’t Have a BrandMost companies aren’t brands — they’re just ad budgets. The moment they stop paying, they vanish.In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Marissa Lather, Director of Marketing and Communications at Bridge Partners, exposes the biggest branding failures crippling businesses today:🚨 No Brand, Just Ads – If paid ads are your only traffic source, you’re renting attention, not owning it.🚨 AI Isn’t Your Enemy, Stagnation Is – Marketers who refuse to evolve will be the first to go.🚨 Stop Selling, Start Transforming – If your marketing is all product talk, no one’s...
2025-03-0648 min
DesignRush Podcast'Data Makes Things Black and White' — Diversity Metrics Execs Can't Ignore | Jermaine MurrayAre you hiring based on data or gut feeling?In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Jermaine Murray, the founder of Jupiter HR and The Jobfather Academy, breaks down how diversity metrics can completely transform your hiring process. Learn how to hire smarter, eliminate bias, and build a truly inclusive team that drives real results.Here’s what Jermaine reveals:✅ Employee Happiness = Growth – Prioritize your team’s well-being to boost productivity and skyrocket retention✅ Retention Red Flags – Losing diverse talent? It’s a warning sign you can’t afford to overlook✅ Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion – DEI isn’t just about race. Women, veterans, immig...
2025-02-2756 min
DesignRush Podcast'Data Makes Things Black and White' — Diversity Metrics Execs Can't Ignore | Jermaine MurrayAre you hiring based on data or gut feeling?In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Jermaine Murray, the founder of Jupiter HR and The Jobfather Academy, breaks down how diversity metrics can completely transform your hiring process. Learn how to hire smarter, eliminate bias, and build a truly inclusive team that drives real results.Here’s what Jermaine reveals:✅ Employee Happiness = Growth – Prioritize your team’s well-being to boost productivity and skyrocket retention✅ Retention Red Flags – Losing diverse talent? It’s a warning sign you can’t afford to overlook✅ Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion – DEI isn’t just about race. Women, veterans...
2025-02-2756 min
DesignRush PodcastHow Your Resume Can Land You a $100K+ Job | Robynn StoreyAre you struggling to build a brand that actually drives business growth and attracts top talent? In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, personal branding expert Robynn Storey breaks down the common mistakes leaders make when building their brands — and reveals the key strategies to fix them.Here's what Robynn shares:✅ Visibility is Not Enough — Why just being seen won't make you a great leader✅ Numbers Don’t Lie — How showcasing measurable results positions you as a top-tier leader✅ Storytelling as a Power Play — Why owning your challenges, not just your wins, builds trust✅ Forget Being Liked — How empathy and tran...
2025-02-201h 06
DesignRush PodcastHow Your Resume Can Land You a $100K+ Job | Robynn StoreyAre you struggling to build a brand that actually drives business growth and attracts top talent? In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, personal branding expert Robynn Storey breaks down the common mistakes leaders make when building their brands — and reveals the key strategies to fix them.Here's what Robynn shares:✅ Visibility is Not Enough — Why just being seen won't make you a great leader✅ Numbers Don’t Lie — How showcasing measurable results positions you as a top-tier leader✅ Storytelling as a Power Pla...
2025-02-201h 06
DesignRush PodcastProductivity Hacks Are DEAD—Serial Entrepreneur’s No-BS Agency Leadership Manual | Peter ShankmanForget Agency Hustling—Peter Shankman Shows You How to Actually Lead Smarter Your team’s potential isn’t about hustling harder—it’s about working smarter. In this episode, Kia Johnson sits down with Peter Shankman, founder of HARO and a neurodiversity trailblazer, to reveal how hyperfocus and autonomy can turn your agency into a productivity powerhouse. ✅Turn distraction into domination—why interruptions are your productivity’s worst enemy. ✅How giving your team control over their time creates focus, efficiency, and results. ✅Stop grinding. Start guiding. The smart way to lead and attract top-tier talent. Ready to shake up how you lead? Discov...
2024-12-1219 min
DesignRush PodcastProductivity Hacks Are DEAD—Serial Entrepreneur’s No-BS Agency Leadership Manual | Peter ShankmanForget Agency Hustling—Peter Shankman Shows You How to Actually Lead Smarter
Your team’s potential isn’t about hustling harder—it’s about working smarter. In this episode, Kia Johnson sits down with Peter Shankman, founder of HARO and a neurodiversity trailblazer, to reveal how hyperfocus and autonomy can turn your agency into a productivity powerhouse.
✅Turn distraction into domination—why interruptions are your productivity’s worst enemy.
✅How giving your team control over their time creates focus, efficiency, and results.
✅Stop grinding. Start guiding. The smart way to lead and attract top-tier...
2024-12-1219 min
DesignRush Podcast#1 Global Marketing Guru: Generalist Agencies Are Doomed in 2025 | Jay BaerIn this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Kia Johnson chats with Jay Baer, the #1 Global Marketing Guru and business growth expert, about how companies can adapt and thrive in an AI-driven world.
Jay shares:
✅ Why websites are no longer the first touchpoint and how to transform yours into a trust-building "confirmation engine"
✅ The game-changing principle of "atomizing awareness" to spread your expertise and attract high-value clients
✅ How specificity in targeting high-value industries can set you apart and drive revenue growth
🎧 Listen now and learn how to position your business for next-level growth in 2025!
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2024-12-0629 min
DesignRush Podcast#1 Global Marketing Guru: Generalist Agencies Are Doomed in 2025 | Jay BaerIn this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Kia Johnson chats with Jay Baer, the #1 Global Marketing Guru and business growth expert, about how companies can adapt and thrive in an AI-driven world. Jay shares: ✅ Why websites are no longer the first touchpoint and how to transform yours into a trust-building "confirmation engine" ✅ The game-changing principle of "atomizing awareness" to spread your expertise and attract high-value clients ✅ How specificity in targeting high-value industries can set you apart and drive revenue growth 🎧 Listen now and learn how to position your business for next-level growth in 2025! FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH ☑️ Website: https://www.designrush.com/ ☑️ Instagram: / desi...
2024-12-0629 min
DesignRush PodcastThe Google SEO Leak - Mike King, AJ Kohn, Daniel Foley, and Robin Fishley | DesignRush Roundtable 1Did you already hear about the great Google SEO leak that happened recently? Welcome to the very first episode of the DesignRush Roundtable, where we invite a panel of the top experts in our industry to discuss breaking news. Today’s edition discusses the recent Google SEO Leak, which revealed contradictions in their algorithm claims. Our guests include Michael King, who did the initial analysis of the leak, and industry veterans AJ Khon, Daniel Foley Carter, and DesignRush’s own SEO Director, Robin Fishley.
2024-06-061h 01
DesignRush PodcastThe Google SEO Leak - Mike King, AJ Kohn, Daniel Foley, and Robin Fishley | DesignRush Roundtable 1Did you already hear about the great Google SEO leak that happened recently?
Welcome to the very first episode of the DesignRush Roundtable, where we invite a panel of the top experts in our industry to discuss breaking news.
Today’s edition discusses the recent Google SEO Leak, which revealed contradictions in their algorithm claims.
Our guests include Michael King, who did the initial analysis of the leak, and industry veterans AJ Khon, Daniel Foley Carter, and DesignRush’s own SEO Director, Robin Fishley.
2024-06-061h 01
DesignRush PodcastEveryone Should Be Prepared for a Cookieless Future | Brittany Wray of AudienceXWelcome to the 31st episode of the DesignRush Podcast. 🎙️ Brittany Wray, the VP of Product at AudienceX, discusses with DesignRush the latest trends in digital advertising, including AI-driven predictive analytics and privacy-first data science. Brittany explains the importance of integrated AdTech and omnichannel advertising solutions while sharing her predictions for the future of generative AI and AI chatbots.
2024-01-2641 min
DesignRush PodcastEveryone Should Be Prepared for a Cookieless Future | Brittany Wray of AudienceX
Welcome to the 31st episode of the DesignRush Podcast. 🎙️
Brittany Wray, the VP of Product at AudienceX, discusses with DesignRush the latest trends in digital advertising, including AI-driven predictive analytics and privacy-first data science.
Brittany explains the importance of integrated AdTech and omnichannel advertising solutions while sharing her predictions for the future of generative AI and AI chatbots.
2024-01-2641 min
DesignRush PodcastDifference Between Physical and Digital Goods Will Fade I Sylvia Heisel of HaiselWelcome to the 28th episode of the DesignRush Podcast. 🎙️ Sylvia Heisel, a fashion designer and tech enthusiast, explains how she transitioned from traditional fashion design to using technology to create innovative and sustainable fashion.
Sylvia talks about the future of 3D printing in fashion and the potential impact of Web3 and VR on the industry. Throughout the 1-hour conversation with Vianca, we emphasize the need for flexibility and openness to new ideas to drive innovation.
2024-01-0551 min
DesignRush PodcastSEO To Focus on Users, Not Search Engines in 2024 I Daniel Foley Carter of Assertive UKWelcome to the 27th episode of the DesignRush Podcast. 🎙️
We talked to Daniel Foley Carter in today’s episode — one of the most prominent SEO experts in the United Kingdom and on the web.
In just over an hour, Daniel discusses the shift toward user-centric SEO, the impact of generative AI, and how should we adjust our SEO strategies to counter the effects of increasing Google algorithm updates.
As a bonus, we share predictions for 2024 and the recovery potential for digital-first businesses.
2023-12-291h 10
DesignRush Podcast3 Traits Every Successful Entrepreneur Has I Jonathan Levine of Master & Dynamic
Welcome to the 26th episode of the DesignRush Podcast. 🎙️
In today’s episode we talked to Jonathan Levine, a serial entrepreneur and the founder of the audio company Master & Dynamic.
By listening to the full episode, you will learn what’s the single most universal trait that will make you special and boost your career, why a flat organizational structure promotes trust and loyalty, and is the leading-by-example method the best way to scale your business.
2023-12-2246 min
DesignRush PodcastGreat Communication Will Be the Most Powerful Skill in 2024 | Scott D'Amico of Communispod
Welcome to the 25th episode of the DesignRush Podcast. 🎙️
In an hour-long session, Communispond President Scott D'Amico identifies prevalent communication challenges faced in today’s fast-paced environment and suggests practical solutions to overcome them. Scott also explores trends observed in younger generations, mastering remote communication and fostering team cohesion in a digital-first world.
We share insights on the integration of AI in sales communication, providing valuable strategies for maintaining revenue streams and meeting sales objectives. To wrap up, Scott offers guidance for anyone looking to enhance their communication skills for professional advancement.
2023-12-1547 min
DesignRush PodcastHow Burnout Can Hurt Your Health I Jinny Oh of WANDR
Welcome to the 24th episode of the DesignRush Podcast. 🎙️
We have a very exclusive guest today. After months of silence, retired WANDR CEO Jinny Oh talks about her entrepreneurship career, the effects of burnout on her health, and what decision-makers should do to maintain a balanced life.
Join our host Vianca Meyer and Jinny as they discuss the importance of productivity in the workplace and the benefits of remote work. Jinny also announced plans about her future goals, including shifting focus to her music career.
2023-12-0847 min
DesignRush PodcastWhy People Identify With Brands That Fulfill on Their Promise I Christine Pizzo of DesignitWelcome to the 23rd episode of the DesignRush Podcast. 🎙️
Today, we're delving into the world of design with Christine Pizzo, the Head of Design & Creative and Managing Director at Designit - a design company that helps Fortune 100 companies transform and launch custom user-led experiences that drive meaningful impact.
Join our host Vianca Meyer and Christine for a discussion about how she has navigated leadership roles in the design industry, will AI deplete the need for design jobs, and what it takes to create a good brand.
2023-12-011h 15
DesignRush PodcastPlaying the Long Game Is the Best SEO Strategy I Lili Ray of Amsive DigitalWelcome to the 22nd episode of the DesignRush Podcast. 🎙️
Today, we're delving into the world of SEO with Lily Ray, the Senior Director, SEO & Head of Organic Research at Amsive Digital and arguably the #1 most influential SEO expert in the world.
Join our host Vianca Meyer and Lily as they journey through AI’s ongoing and potential impacts on search engines, strategy essentials when it comes to SEO as well as advice SEO professionals should follow to boost their career.
2023-11-2456 min
DesignRush PodcastThe Best Ways To Use AI in Marketing on Black Friday | Isabelle Guis of BrevoWelcome to the 21st episode of the DesignRush Podcast. 🎙️
Today, we're delving into modern technology's impact on marketing with Isabelle Guis, the Global CMO & CEO of North America at the leading SaaS marketing solution Brevo.
Join our host Vianca Meyer and Isabelle as they journey through the technological advancements from the early days of speech recognition to the revolutionary impact of AI in modern marketing.
2023-11-1759 min
DesignRush PodcastHow Web3, AI and Metaverse Are Changing the Digital World | Michael Gaizutis of RNO1
Welcome to the 20th episode of the DesignRush Podcast. In this session, we're exploring the cutting-edge confluence of Web3, AI, and the Metaverse with RNO1’s Founder Michael Gaizutis. 🎙
Throughout this episode, our host Vianca Mayer and Michael will navigate the intricate landscape of these revolutionary technologies. They'll discuss how these innovations are reshaping the digital domain and the potential they hold for the future of digital design and marketing.
2023-11-131h 18
DesignRush PodcastHow Web3, AI and Metaverse Are Changing the Digital World | Michael Gaizutis of RNO1Welcome to the 20th episode of the DesignRush Podcast. In this session, we're exploring the cutting-edge confluence of Web3, AI, and the Metaverse with RNO1’s Founder Michael Gaizutis. 🎙
Throughout this episode, our host Vianca Mayer and Michael will navigate the intricate landscape of these revolutionary technologies. They'll discuss how these innovations are reshaping the digital domain and the potential they hold for the future of digital design and marketing.
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2023-11-101h 18
DesignRush PodcastHow To Market a Product in Times of a Financial Crisis | Warren Daniels of BynderWelcome to the 19th episode of the DesignRush Podcast. This time, we delve into the fascinating world of digital marketing with Warren Daniels, the Chief Marketing Officer at Binder.
Over the next hour, our host Vianca Mayer, and Warren will journey through the trajectory of his illustrious 25-year-long career. They will also unfold the evolution of marketing in the digital era, discussing its intersection with the ongoing financial crisis in the US.
The conversation will further unravel Warren's insights into the transformative role of AI and automation in marketing...
2023-10-3159 min
DesignRush PodcastHow To Find Investors for Your Startup | Jaime Jorge of CodacyWelcome to the 18th episode of the DesignRush Podcast. This time, we explore the journey of tech entrepreneur Jaime Jorge, the co-founder and CEO of the automated code review platform Codacy.
During the next hour, our host Vianca Meyer and Jaime discuss the dynamics of co-founding a startup and finding the right investors, as well as why Portugal is a popular country to work in.
As a conclusion, the two of them explore how generative AI will impact the future of coding. Stay tuned for another fascinating conversation. 🎙️
2023-10-231h 09
DesignRush PodcastHow to Elevate B2B Marketing in 2023 | David Malpass of ApolloIn this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Apollo.io SVP David Malpass dives deep into the changing landscape of B2B marketing and sales, highlighting how his company is reshaping the way businesses generate leads and connect with potential clients.
It's about crafting hyper-personalized campaigns, understanding customers, and working smarter, not harder. And it’s also about blasting Metallica to drown out any trains passing by.
2023-10-0656 min
DesignRush PodcastHow To Understand Your Target Audience | Ilia Markov of TogglIn this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, we dive deep into the marketing strategies that have propelled Toggl to the forefront of time-tracking and productivity solutions.
Ever wondered how to truly understand your target audience? Or why content isn't just king, but also a product in itself? We reveal Toggle's multi-product strategy and why they treat content as a product that’s designed to educate and solve specific user needs.
2023-09-2247 min
DesignRush PodcastHow to Keep Your Team Aligned while Scaling Your Start-Up | David Okuniev of TypeformWelcome to another episode of the DesignRush Podcast!
🎙️ Today, we're thrilled to have Typeform co-founder and lead designer David Okuniev join us for an insightful conversation.
In the next 40 minutes, David dives deep into the design world, sharing the journey and vision behind Typeform. This platform has revolutionized how we think about online forms and surveys.
Whether you're a budding designer, an entrepreneur, or just someone curious about the digital design landscape, this episode promises a wealth of knowledge. Tune in to hear David's story and learn about...
2023-09-1539 min
DesignRush PodcastHow To Build High Performing Marketing Teams | Ruth Zive of LivePersonWelcome back to DesignRush Podcast! In this week’s episode, we spoke to LivePerson’s Chief Marketing Officer Ruth Zive about the biggest marketing game changers, how to create and lead high-performing teams, and what’s to come with AI.
From working in nonprofits to crafting a career in the world of B2B enterprises, Ruth walks us through the tips and tricks that got her to where she is today.
2023-09-0837 min
DesignRush PodcastHow To Set New Standards in the Marketing Industry | Steve Hartert of JotformWelcome back to DesignRush Podcast! Vianca dives into the rich decades-long experience of Jotform’s Vice President of Enterprise Sales Operations Steve Hartert, exploring what it takes to create a strong foundation and stand out in the marketing industry.
In this podcast interview, Steve explores establishing brand awareness, managing customer expectations, evolving in the marketing industry, and the necessary steps to perfecting your marketing skillset. 🙌
2023-09-0140 min
DesignRush PodcastHow To Prioritize Cybersecurity in a Hybrid Work Environment | Martynas Paškauskas of NordLayerAnother week, another episode of DesignRush Podcast! This week, Vianca explores the importance of cybersecurity in an increasingly complex tech environment with NordLayer’s head of web engineering Martynas Paškauskas.
In our exclusive interview, Martynas dives into mixed messages surrounding AI, the most common roadblocks to digital security, and maintaining cybersecurity while growing your business. 🤖
2023-08-2530 min
DesignRush PodcastHow To Achieve a One-of-a-Kind User Experience | Nir Sadeh of Wix StudioWelcome back to DesignRush Podcast! This week, Vianca is delving into the secrets to achieving a successful user experience and what it takes to become a leader in the product management industry with Wix Studio’s Head of Product Nir Sadeh. 💪
Nir takes us into the world of user engagement, product innovation, and leading a team at a major tech company like Wix.
2023-08-1832 min
DesignRush PodcastHow To Build Your Own Agency From the Ground Up | Daniel Segalo of Four28In this episode of DesignRush podcast, join us as we chat with Daniel Segalo, founder and CEO of Four28, about building your own agency from scratch.
Discover valuable insights on remote team management, daily agency tasks, turning clients into brand ambassadors, and becoming an exceptional leader.
2023-07-131h 08
DesignRush PodcastHow Purpose-driven Marketing Drives AKQA Bloom to Success | Zambo and Zaro of AKQA BloomDesignRush talks to industry leaders Zambo and Zaro of AKQA Bloom, unveiling the secrets of purpose-driven marketing and why it can drive your business to success.
Gain invaluable insights as they share how to infuse values into ads, create compelling narratives around AI, and leverage their international background.
Discover expert advice on brand partnerships, building trust, outsourcing, sustainable practices, and excelling in the competitive advertising industry.
2023-06-081h 09
DesignRush PodcastHow To Increase Mobile App Downloads | John Driscoll of Naked DevelopmentDesignRush talks with John Driscoll, Founder and CEO at Naked Development, about how to increase mobile app downloads. John also shares his personal journey, starting from the early stages of becoming a mobile app developer, and the challenges he faced in getting people to use his apps.
Discover valuable insights on preparing for investment as John offers practical advice on attracting funding for your app development endeavors.
To read more about John Driscoll and read the full interview, go here 👉🏾
2023-05-251h 02
DesignRush PodcastHow To Develop Authentic Influencer Marketing Strategy | Chris Cunningham of ClickUpDesignRush talks with the Head of Influencer Marketing at ClickUp about the vital importance of authentic influencer marketing in today's business landscape. This episode also sheds light on Chris' early career stages and highlights ClickUp's distinctive influencer and value-based marketing approach, which has propelled the company to achieve widespread recognition.
To read more about Chris and read the full interview, go here 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/41tKbEB
2023-05-1135 min