216: The CMO Whisperer

Steve Olenski is the epitome of a unicorn. Part writer, part marketer, full-time coffee drinker. Having never graduated college nor taking a writing course in his life, Steve fought his way to working in marketing departments of the biggest brands in the world including Oracle as well creative director and senior copywriter on the agency side. He served nearly 10 years as a leading contributing writer for Forbes. He has been dubbed "The CMO Whisperer" by the former CMO of Walmart and Prudential.   Steve shares his incredible personal and professional journey that led him to where he is today. He also talks about how he authentically conducts his interviews, panels, and maintains relationships in his life!