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Marketer of the Day with Robert Plank: Business Growth & Entrepreneur Stories
by Robert Plank
Marketer of the Day with Robert Plank is a daily business podcast for entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, consultants, agency owners, coaches, authors, speakers, and expert-led service businesses that want real growth without hype. Each episode features candid interviews with founders, marketers, creators, authors, and business owners who share the stories, systems, mistakes, and breakthroughs behind their success. You’ll hear practical ideas on business growth strategy, marketing strategy, authority building, podcasting, SEO, email marketing, social media, LinkedIn, lead generation, AI for business, automation, delegation, SOPs, productivity, leadership, and building predictable revenue without burning out. If you want to simplify your marketing, amplify your message, systemize your success, and become more confident about getting your business noticed, Marketer of the Day gives you daily insights and entrepreneur stories you can use to grow smarter.
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1652: Founder Exit Strategy & Life After Liquidity with Jerome Myers
Many founders spend decades building a company they hope to one day exit only to discover that the deal they dreamed about leaves them feeling lost, lonely, and full of regret. Today’s guest, Jerome Myers of Exit to Excellence, has studied more than 3,500 founder conversations, 400+ podcast...
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1649: Unresolved Grief and Anxiety Relief with Michele Mariscal
Many high achievers think their stress, burnout, or anxiety are just “part of the grind.” But what if those symptoms are actually signs of something deeper unresolved grief that’s never been named or processed? Today’s guest, Dr. Michele Mariscal, has spent 30 years in health and wellness helping...
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1647: Get Speaking Gigs and Clients through Public Speaking with Leisa Reid
Too many business owners secretly wish they could be “that person on stage” but aren’t sure how speaking actually translates into clients and revenue. Referrals, social media, and ads only go so far, and they’re still left feeling like a best-kept secret. In this episode of Marketer of the Day,...
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1636: Podcast Guesting Strategy for Organic Growth with Josh Elledge
Most experts don’t struggle to grow their business because they lack talent or results, they struggle because their message isn’t landing, their online presence is weak, and their podcast guesting feels random instead of strategic. Today’s guest, Josh Elledge, fractional Chief Revenue Officer and...
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1635: Manufacturing Growth for Small Manufacturers with Brian Becker
When small manufacturers hit a growth ceiling, the problem usually isn’t the product, it’s the constant firefighting, isolation, and lack of structured strategy. Strategic thinking, leadership development, and smart capacity planning often get pushed aside in favor of “just getting through the...
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1634: AI for Authors Ethical Writing & Marketing with Carma Spence
Many smart, capable experts sit on powerful book ideas for years, not because they can’t write, but because they feel overwhelmed about finishing the manuscript and getting it in front of the right readers. Today’s guest, Carma Spence, multi-time best-selling, award-winning author and book...
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1633: AI Conversational Analytics for Business Intelligence with Dan Bruder
Many companies obsess over sales reports, churn metrics, and dashboards, but the real story is hiding in what people say long before the numbers move. Today’s guest, Dan Bruder, co-founder of Blendification, helps organizations tap into that hidden layer by turning everyday conversations into...
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1632: AI Video Sales Letters and Funnel Copy with Jon Benson
A great copy isn’t just a “nice to have” anymore, it’s the difference between traffic that prints money and traffic that quietly bleeds your ad budget dry. In a world where attention is short, feeds are noisy, and AI-generated fluff is everywhere, only truly persuasive words cut through and...
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1631: B2B Event Strategy That Builds Pipeline with Joseph Fontana
Most B2B event strategies don’t fail because of budgets or venues, they fail because they’re built around pitches, decks, and headcount instead of real conversations with the right people. Today’s guest, Joseph Fontana, Chief Revenue Officer at Amzai and Chief Growth Officer at Buyer Foresight…
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1630: Future of Podcasting, AI and Trust with Rob Greenlee
The biggest challenges in podcasting today aren’t about microphones, software, or even ideas, they’re about trying to succeed with strategies built for a completely different era. In this episode, podcasting pioneer Rob Greenlee joins Robert Plank to unpack how the industry has evolved from early...
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1629: Build an Online Wellness Business Using AI with Yvonne Franklin
Many people never launch the projects or businesses they dream about, not because they lack ideas, but because burnout, self-doubt, and emotional overwhelm stop them in their tracks. In this episode, Yvonne Franklin shares how, at age 61, a workplace injury and emotional breakdown ended her…
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1628: AI-Driven FICA Flip to Boost Profits and Benefits with Ralph Watkins
Hidden tax leaks and underutilized strategies quietly drain the profits of otherwise healthy companies. Today’s guest, Ralph B. Watkins went from losing a $10 million real estate empire to helping mid-sized businesses uncover “money hiding in plain sight” using a powerful, tax-advantaged benefits...
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1627: AI Sales Funnels for Service Businesses with Francis Rodino
Service businesses usually don’t struggle because they lack leads, they struggle because those leads aren’t being captured, nurtured, or turned into consistent, predictable revenue. In this episode of Marketer of the Day, AI growth architect Francis Rodino, author of Leads Machine and founder of...
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1626: AI Productivity for Entrepreneurs with Donna Blevins
Many entrepreneurs are smart, experienced, and ambitious, but still feel stuck, scattered, and frustrated that their results don’t match their potential. In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Dr. Donna Blevins, a 6'5" former professional poker player, high-scoring basketball standout, stroke...
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1625: Follow-Up Sales Strategies for More Clients with Wanda Allen
Too many business owners think their next sale is hiding behind a bigger ad budget or more leads, when in reality the real money is in the leads they’ve already generated, but never properly followed up with. Prospects say they’re interested, timing gets in the way, and then fear…
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1624: Private Money Real Estate Funding Secrets with Jay Conner
Funding, not deals, is often the real bottleneck in real estate investing. If you’ve been relying on banks or hard money lenders, you already know how slow, expensive, and restrictive they can be. In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Jay Conner, who has flipped and rehabbed over 500...
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1623: Workplace Safety and Violence Prevention with Jerry McCormick
In most workplaces, safety conversations jump straight to the scariest headlines, active shooters, and worst-case scenarios, while overlooking the everyday situations that are far more likely to cause harm. Yet the people who consistently stay safe aren’t superheroes; they’re ordinary individuals...
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1621: Retail Growth and AI-Powered Operations with Mani Subramaniam
Retail success isn’t about chasing the latest tools; it’s about building operations that actually deliver on your promises. Today’s guest, Mani Subramaniam, Head of Retail and Consumer Goods at Experion Technologies, has spent over 30 years helping global retailers modernize their stores, supply...
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1606: Small Business Legal Protection & Setup with Matthew Fornaro
Many entrepreneurs don’t lose their businesses because their ideas were bad, they lose them because of preventable legal mistakes they never saw coming. Missing contracts, the wrong business structure, weak documentation, or no insurance can turn one dispute or lawsuit into a business-ending...
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1605: Revenge Ballads, Prolific Songwriting and AI in Music with Igor Keller
In a world of copy-paste pop hooks and AI-generated playlists, most independent musicians don’t struggle with ideas, they struggle with being heard and standing out. Today’s guest, Igor Keller, the songwriter and mastermind behind the band Longboat, has released 35+ albums and written 96 songs in…
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1604: Emotional Intelligence, Purpose and Healing with Bryan Blakeny
Are you outwardly “successful” but inwardly exhausted, conflicted, or unsure what your life is really about? Do you find yourself stuck between fear and possibility, wanting deeper purpose, better relationships, and more peace of mind, but not knowing how to get there? In this episode of Marketer...
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1607: AI-Powered LinkedIn Lead Generation Strategy with Joe Apfelbaum
Too many entrepreneurs feel like they’re “doing LinkedIn” and “dabbling in AI,” yet still end up stuck in perfectionism, overwhelm, or random tactics that never turn into real revenue. Today’s guest, Joe Apfelbaum, LinkedIn strategist, author of High Energy Networking, and founder of EvyAI…
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1600: Mental Toughness and Big Goals with Mark Pattison
Do you ever feel like you want a bigger life, but your actions, routines, and mindset don’t match the size of your goals? Maybe you’ve hit a big milestone and then felt lost, or you’re staring at your own “Everest” and quietly wondering if you have what it takes. How do you stay driven after...
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1599: Fort Plank Revolutionary War Genealogy with Ken D. Johnson
Most people learn American history through famous battles, the founding fathers, and well-known landmarks, but some of the most powerful stories come from small, forgotten places that never make it into textbooks. In this episode, Fort Plank historian Ken D. Johnson reveals the hidden…
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1598: Optimism-Driven Advertising Momentum with Kyle Duford
Modern advertising is louder, faster, and more crowded than ever, yet so much of it feels forgettable. In an AI-saturated landscape where campaigns blur together and creativity is often watered down by committees, truly distinctive work is rare. Today’s guest, Kyle Duford, associate partner at...
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1594: Longevity Lessons from a 100-Year-Old Colonel with Charles Cone
Born in a farmhouse with no electricity, losing his mother at birth, and growing up in a one-room schoolhouse with torn dictionaries, Colonel Charles Cone had every reason to believe life would keep him small. Instead, he spent 30 years in the U.S. military, became a Navy and then Air Force…
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1592: Grounded science fiction and faith-driven storytelling with Barry J. Spaulding
Many people don’t lose their love for reading and deep thinking; they just get buried under responsibilities, distractions, and endless screens until their imagination quietly slips into the background. Today’s guest, Barry J. “BJ” Spaulding, a former federal law enforcement officer and military...
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1591: Scaling DTC Brands From Chaos to Profit with Cem Atik
Are you scaling your e-commerce brand in revenue, but not in profit? Are you flying blind on CAC, LTV, fulfillment costs, and ad performance, hoping the numbers work out later? Many founders grow to low 7-figures on hustle and luck, only to hit a painful ceiling of chaos, cash-flow problems, and...
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1590: Build Profitable Course Communities with AI Support with Bryan McAnulty
Most creators don’t struggle because they lack expertise. They struggle because tech overwhelm, scattered tools, and indecision keep them from turning their knowledge into a scalable business. In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Bryan McAnulty, founder of Heights Platform, shares how...
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1589: Creative Problem Solving in the Age of AI with Nir Bashan
Business owners rarely fail because they’re short on tools or tactics, they fail because they blend in. In a world where everyone has access to AI, automation, and endless data, the real danger is that your message, brand, and leadership lose their human edge. Output becomes polished but generic....
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1587: Book Marketing on a Budget After Loss with Robin Beamer Dalton
What if the worst season of your life became the catalyst for your greatest creative work? Are you stuck in grief, burnout, or retirement drift, wondering if your story is “too ordinary” to ever matter to anyone else? Have you poured your savings and your soul into a book, only to discover that...
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1586: AI Video Production, Podcasts & Business Growth with Dan Portik
From broke musician and scrappy ad-agency owner to in-demand video producer and podcast studio leader, Dan Portik has ridden every wave of media disruption, not just surviving each shift, but turning it into his next level of growth. In this episode, Dan shares how he evolved from a 90s…
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1585: Forever Stalwart: Titus Billings, Isaac Morley, and Edward Tuttle’s Pioneer Legacy with Susan Billings Mitchell
After spending more than three decades researching her pioneer ancestors, faith-based author Susan Billings Mitchell refused to let their stories stay dry and distant. In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Robert Plank talks with Susan about how she turned generations of family history into...
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1584: Digital Ethnography for Real Employee Engagement with Dean Browell & Rich Salon
Most organizations still rely on outdated employee surveys and filtered feedback to understand engagement, culture, and reputation. The problem? Those tools rarely reveal what people really think. In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Robert Plank talks with Dean Browell, co-founder of Discover...
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1583: AI Storytelling and Multiple Income Streams with Audrey Bell-Kearney
What if the only thing standing between you and your next breakthrough is fear? What if AI isn’t replacing creativity, but unlocking it? And what if your life story, business experience, or personal struggle could become the foundation for a thriving brand, multiple income streams, and a deeper...
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1582: ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, and School Support Strategies with Tracey Lyons-Tozier
In this inspiring episode, Tracey Lyons-Tozier joins host Robert Plank to discuss her mission of helping families navigate the world of special education, neurodiversity, and self-advocacy through her powerful children’s book series, Mama Bulldog Books. Drawing from her experience as a...
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1581: Type 1 Diabetes, Cancer, and Resilience with Paula Aldis
From surviving Type 1 diabetes, cancer, amputation, medical malpractice, and near-death experiences to rebuilding her happiness and marriage, Paula Aldis shares a deeply personal story of resilience, faith, and emotional healing. In this episode, Paula opens up about living with chronic illness...
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1579: Kabbalistic Biology and the Hidden Dimensions of Life with Dr. Michael Kosoy
From zoonotic infectious diseases to Kabbalistic metaphysics, Dr. Michael Kosoy argues that modern biology is missing something critical: the invisible dimensions of life that our instruments can’t measure, but that still shape health, disease, and ecosystems. A retired but still-active CDC...
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1578: Cybersecurity and AI for Small Business Growth with Ephraim Epstein
From small chiropractic clinics to multi-location hotels, my guest Ephraim Epstein of Fit Solutions (fitsolutions.biz) reveals how modern cybercriminals operate like full-time sales teams prospecting, nurturing, and “closing” attacks on businesses that mistakenly think they’re too small to be a...
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1577: College Planning, Scholarships, and Teen Success Strategies with Shellee Howard
College admission doesn’t have to be terrifying, unaffordable, or a giant mystery. In this episode, global educational consultant Shellee Howard of College Ready joins Robert Plank to break down how families can navigate college admissions strategically instead of emotionally. Shellee explains…
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1576: Spiritual Awakening and New Earth Living with Bo Lockwood
Visionary author and conscious leadership guide Bo Lockwood joins Robert Plank to share how a series of near-death experiences, a dark divorce, and a massive brain bleed awakened him to his true purpose: helping people “always be bold” and step into their power....
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1575: AI Visibility and Empathic Marketing for Better Rankings with Mike Caldwell
From living off the grid to helping businesses get recommended by AI, Mike Caldwell (The Marketing Medic) explains how to win in an AI-first search world without obsessing over traditional SEO. He shares how his small Mad Trapper trail race series outranks huge competitors inside AI, thanks to...
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1574: Executive Abundance Framework for Thought Leaders with Mitchell Levy
From redefining “abundance” for CEOs to reframing how AI changes thought leadership, my guest Dr. Mitchell Levy, PhD, shares a bold and practical framework for building a legacy that goes far beyond quarterly results. We talk about how most leaders mistakenly equate abundance with money and...
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1573: Close the 18-Inch Gap and Follow Your Dreams with Edwin Soler
From losing a 27-year career in a 90‑second conversation to becoming a “Dream Realization Partner,” Edwin Soler knows exactly what it feels like to have your identity, income, and future vanish overnight. If you’re stuck in a job you’ve outgrown, weighed down by debt and responsibilities…
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1572: Find Purpose in Retirement with Sharon Rolph
From childhood trauma and feeling invisible to becoming the self-described “Queen of Courage,” Sharon Rolph has lived what psychologists call post-traumatic growth and now helps retirees do the same. In this episode, Sharon shares how she transformed early abuse, lifelong invisibility, and a...
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1571: Whiskey Tasting for Beginners with Patrick Sanaghan
From dusty gift bottles on a home bar to a three-year journey tasting 365 whiskeys, co‑author Patrick Sanaghan turned casual curiosity into a structured, joyful experiment in flavor, learning, and humility. In this episode, we talk about his new book “A Year of Drinking Whiskey: Two Old Geezers…
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1570: NLP Influence Secrets to Reprogram Your Mind with David Snyder
From mastering body language to reprogramming your subconscious for confidence, influence, and rapid change, my guest, Dr. David Snyder, shares practical NLP tools to take control of your internal state and external results. We talk about why everything humans do is driven by feelings, how…
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524: Find a Cause, Make a Difference, and Change the World: Fundraising, Charity, and Volunteering with Kelsey Bradley
Kelsey Bradley founded her nonprofit Design Cause Inc. 9 months after graduating from university. Within a year she raised $35,000, enough to build a series of classrooms she had designed while in school. With the money secured she moved to rural Cameroon for a few months to oversee construction,...
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523: Increase Authority and Influence At the Same Time: Be Controversial, Create a Compelling Message, Operate in Your Sphere of Genius, and Scale Massively with Josh Elledge
Josh Elledge is a serial entrepreneur who builds the companies he needs most in the world. In 2014, He launched UpMyInfluence (previously upendPR) to help entrepreneurs like himself attract the perfect audiences and grow their brands without the crazy costs and contracts associated with…
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522: Create, Qualify and Close Phone Leads: Outbound, Inbound, and Appointment Setter Call Center Secrets with Lead Hero Glen Shelton
Glen Shelton is the founder of Lead Heroes. Lead Heroes began in early 2015 when Glen realized there had to be a better way to get a telemarketed lead. He's tried all types of lead sources: live telemarketer, avatar, voicemail, direct mail, internet, just to name a few. The leads with highest...
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Marketer of the Day with Robert Plank is a daily business podcast for entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, consultants, agency owners, coaches, authors, speakers, and expert-led service businesses that want real growth without hype. Each episode features candid interviews with founders, marketers, creators, authors, and business owners who share the stories, systems, mistakes, and breakthroughs behind their success. You’ll hear practical ideas on business growth strategy, marketing strategy, authority building, podcasting, SEO, email marketing, social media, LinkedIn, lead generation, AI for business, automation, delegation, SOPs, productivity, leadership, and building predictable revenue without burning out. If you want to simplify your marketing, amplify your message, systemize your success, and become more confident about getting your business noticed, Marketer of the Day gives you daily insights and entrepreneur stories you can use to grow smarter.
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