#180: Talkin' Shop—Simple Tricks to Own the Top Spot in Local Search Results
Release Date: 10/30/2024
Why That Worked #16: Airbnb—The Brilliant Strategy Behind Their New Messaging Campaign
Marketing Made Simple
Exciting news, Hero Makers! We’re sharing a new episode of Why That Worked – Presented by StoryBrand.AI, with Donald Miller back in the host seat. This new show uncovers why certain ideas, brands, and strategies succeed—so you can think differently and apply those insights to your business and life. We’re only sharing these episodes in the former Marketing Made Simple feed for a limited time! Catch them early every Monday by subscribing to the or following wherever you listen to podcasts. Now, enjoy this week’s episode...
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Why That Worked #15: Morning Routines—The NEW Way To Create A Morning Routine In 2025
Marketing Made Simple
Exciting news, Hero Makers! We’re sharing a new episode of Why That Worked – Presented by StoryBrand.AI, with Donald Miller back in the host seat. This new show uncovers why certain ideas, brands, and strategies succeed—so you can think differently and apply those insights to your business and life. We’re only sharing these episodes in the former Marketing Made Simple feed for a limited time! Catch them early every Monday by subscribing to the or following wherever you listen to podcasts. Now, enjoy this week’s episode...
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Why That Worked #14: Simplicity—Why a “Less Is More” Approach Can Make Anything More Effective
Marketing Made Simple
Exciting news, Hero Makers! We’re sharing a new episode of Why That Worked – Presented by StoryBrand.AI, with Donald Miller back in the host seat. This new show uncovers why certain ideas, brands, and strategies succeed—so you can think differently and apply those insights to your business and life. We’re only sharing these episodes in the former Marketing Made Simple feed for a limited time! Catch them early every Monday by subscribing to the or following wherever you listen to podcasts. Now, enjoy this week’s episode...
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Why That Worked #13: Marriage—The Truth About What Makes Love Work Long-Term (ft. Johnnyswim)
Marketing Made Simple
Exciting news, Hero Makers! We’re sharing a new episode of Why That Worked – Presented by StoryBrand.AI, with Donald Miller back in the host seat. This new show uncovers why certain ideas, brands, and strategies succeed—so you can think differently and apply those insights to your business and life. We’re only sharing these episodes in the former Marketing Made Simple feed for a limited time! Catch them early every Monday by subscribing to the or following wherever you listen to podcasts. Now, enjoy this week’s episode...
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Why That Worked #12: Nostalgia—The Hidden Force That Makes Brands Feel Iconic
Marketing Made Simple
Nostalgia is a powerful force. You hear an old song or catch a familiar scent, and instantly, you’re transported back in time. But our brains don’t just remember the past, they rewrite it. We filter out the stress, the boredom, the everyday struggles, and what we’re left with is a version of the past that feels safer, simpler, and better than it really was. So why does nostalgia have such a hold on us? And how does it shape the way we think, feel, and buy? This week, hosts Donald Miller and Kyle Reed break down the psychology of nostalgia and why it’s one of the most...
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Why That Worked #11: Starbucks—The Brand that Changed How the World Drinks Coffee
Marketing Made Simple
Exciting news, Hero Makers! We’re sharing a new episode of Why That Worked – Presented by StoryBrand.AI, with Donald Miller back in the host seat. This new show uncovers why certain ideas, brands, and strategies succeed—so you can think differently and apply those insights to your business and life. We’re only sharing these episodes in the former Marketing Made Simple feed for a limited time! Catch them early every Monday by subscribing to the or following wherever you listen to podcasts. Now, enjoy this week’s episode...
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Why That Worked #10: Reality TV—Why We're Obsessed with Chaos (And What It's Actually Doing to Our Brains!)
Marketing Made Simple
Exciting news, Hero Makers! We’re sharing a new episode of Why That Worked – Presented by StoryBrand.AI, with Donald Miller back in the host seat. This new show uncovers why certain ideas, brands, and strategies succeed—so you can think differently and apply those insights to your business and life. We’re only sharing these episodes in the former Marketing Made Simple feed for a limited time! Catch them early every Monday by subscribing to the or following wherever you listen to podcasts. Now, enjoy this week’s episode...
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Why That Worked #9: Michelin Star—How a Tire Company Created the Most Prestigious Award in Food
Marketing Made Simple
Exciting news, Hero Makers! We’re sharing a new episode of Why That Worked – Presented by StoryBrand.AI, with Donald Miller back in the host seat. This new show uncovers why certain ideas, brands, and strategies succeed—so you can think differently and apply those insights to your business and life. We’re only sharing these episodes in the former Marketing Made Simple feed for a limited time! Catch them early every Monday by subscribing to the or following wherever you listen to podcasts. Now, enjoy this week’s episode...
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Why That Worked #8: Amazon—The Crazy Business Strategies that Rewired Our Brains and Changed Shopping Forever
Marketing Made Simple
Exciting news, Hero Makers! We’re sharing a new episode of Why That Worked – Presented by StoryBrand.AI, with Donald Miller back in the host seat. This new show uncovers why certain ideas, brands, and strategies succeed—so you can think differently and apply those insights to your business and life. We’re only sharing these episodes in the former Marketing Made Simple feed for a limited time! Catch them early every Monday by subscribing to the or following wherever you listen to podcasts. Now, enjoy this week’s episode...
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Why That Worked #7: Comedians—The Science and Strategy Behind the Funniest People on Earth
Marketing Made Simple
Exciting news, Hero Makers! We’re sharing a new episode of Why That Worked – Presented by StoryBrand.AI, with Donald Miller back in the host seat. This new show uncovers why certain ideas, brands, and strategies succeed—so you can think differently and apply those insights to your business and life. We’re only sharing these episodes in the former Marketing Made Simple feed for a limited time! Catch them early every Monday by subscribing to the or following wherever you listen to podcasts. Now, enjoy this week’s episode of Why That Worked! -- ...
info_outlineIf customers in your town are searching online for what you offer but can’t find you, you’re missing a huge opportunity. It’s like having a storefront without a sign. Local business owners know they need to show up in search results, but SEO can sound like rocket science—complex, overwhelming, and honestly, not what you signed up for. But what if there were a way to use SEO that’s straightforward, doesn’t eat up your time, and just works?
In the latest episode of our Talkin’ Shop series, hosts Dr. JJ Peterson and April Sunshine Hawkins bring on StoryBrand Certified Guide Kelly Rice to walk through 4 simple steps to help you boost your local SEO and make your business rise to the top online. Kelly breaks down SEO essentials with tips on building strong content foundations, connecting with the right customers, and driving valuable traffic—all without confusing technical jargon. Tune in to learn how these simple steps can help your customers find you faster and make sure your marketing works as hard as you do!
Contact StoryBrand Certified Guide Kelly Rice directly at MarketingMadeSimple.com/Kelly-Rice-Treefrog-Marketing.
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