Real World Marketing

The world has changed since we published the first edition of this book in 2013. There are several updates and specifically, two new chapters: channel management and technology and the sales professional. McKinsey predicts 45% of all marketing and sales jobs will be replaced by AI. If you are not staying ahead of technology and following a sales process, you will end up like the buggy whip salesperson in the 1950s. Or like Mr. Brown the bookseller… in a bustling city, there was a street lined with small shops selling all kinds of goods.

Marketing leaders face an uphill battle: their teams are expected to deliver predictable, measurable results in a world characterized by uncertainty, human behavior, and complexity. Traditional approaches attempt to treat marketing as a vending machine where input guarantees output. But this outdated approach sets CMOs up for frustration in today’s dynamic business environment. Kathleen Schaub—marketing innovator, former CMO, and research analyst—reveals a radically needed shift in thinking that will not only bring clarity to the whole organization but help CMOs thrive in the chaos.

Admen, Mad Men, and How Advertising Really Works is written to be easily digestible by interns, CEOS, or anyone who has ever watched a television commercial or clicked on a banner ad. Irreverent, packed with useful information, and unflinchingly honest, it is a serious business book by a seriously funny man and a must for anyone who lives, works, or plays in today's commercial culture.

With more than 50,000 copies sold in Denmark, this book has been on the bestseller list since its publication in 2017. Barack Obama used a secret competitive advantage to win two elections. Companies such as Google, Amazon and Novo Nordisk use the same insight to stir up innovation, increase compliance, improve the work environment and sell more products. And successful management groups in the C20 index have started using it as their preferred strategy. But what kind of insight are we talking about here? The answer is - behavioural design.

Wake up, it’s revolution time! Gone are the days when you could plan out your marketing and public relations programs well in advance and release them on your timetable. It’s a real-time world now, and if you’re not engaged, then you’re on your way to marketplace irrelevance.“Real time” means news breaks over minutes, not days. It means ideas percolate, then suddenly and unpredictably go viral to a global audience....

Beyond Fan Followers: The Journey from Social Influence to Lasting Impact In a world where social media followers are often equated with success, Beyond Fan Followers offers a powerful roadmap for transforming fleeting digital attention into authentic, meaningful influence. This book challenges the traditional concept of fame and gives listeners the tools they need to cultivate true connection and impact that goes far beyond the surface level of likes and shares.

Unlock the hidden secrets of the economy with Understanding Austrian Economics in 10 Days: Everything You Were Never Taught About Money, Markets, and Freedom. Discover a revolutionary perspective that challenges conventional wisdom and empowers you to take control of your financial future! In this engaging, easy-to-read guide, you'll explore the dynamic world of Austrian economics—unraveling concepts like the subjective theory of value, spontaneous market order, and the impact of government intervention. With real-world case studies, thought-provoking discussion questions, and profiles of...

What if you could invest in the stock market and achieve financial freedom with a simple and proven strategy that has been tested and refined over 40 years of data analysis? Discover the Diamond Strategy, a groundbreaking method that has delivered consistent and impressive returns for decades. From the Back Cover This is nοt a typical book about the Stock Market. You won't find complex economic jargon that only economists can grasp in it. There's no stock terminology meant specifically for professional traders. Benedict Goldwyn is a devoted follower of the clarity housed in Occam's razor ...

Product management has become a critical connective role for modern organizations, from small technology startups to global corporate enterprises. And yet the day-to-day work of product management remains largely misunderstood. In theory, product management is about building products that people love. The real-world practice of product management is often about difficult conversations, practical compromises, and hard-won incremental gains.

Even after repeated boom and bust cycles on Wall Street, it’s still possible to make real money in the stock market—provided investors take a disciplined approach to investing. Personal finance expert, bestselling author, and host of CNBC’s Mad Money Jim Cramer shows how ordinary investors...

Real Examples is a practical blueprint for dental marketing firms aiming to scale beyond the grind and unlock passive ownership. This book reframes daily tasks as leverage points, guiding you from hands-on operator to silent owner through repeatable systems, clear playbooks, and a value-driven mindset. Inside, you’ll learn how to map work to scalable processes, design services that clients actually buy, and implement onboarding and quality standards that impress dentists from day one. You’ll learn to select the right dental practices, articulate a compelling position, and build ...

The market is shaking. Will you freeze—or will you thrive? The Smart Investor’s Guide to Investing in a Volatile Market is your no-nonsense playbook for building wealth when everyone else is panicking. Written by seasoned investor, Dr. Peter Valenzuela, this actionable guide transforms fear into confidence with practical strategies for navigating market uncertainty. Whether you're new to investing, protecting your retirement, or refining your portfolio, this book gives you the tools to make smart, steady moves when it matters most. Inside, you'll discover: Why volatility is your ...

Imagine combining the wealth of experience from two top industry leaders and best-selling authors offering you real-world truths for network marketing and direct sales success. Well you have that here with this audiobook, as Wes Linden chats with Randy Gage, the New York Times best-selling author of Mad Genius, Risky is the New Safe, Making the First Circle Work, and How to Build a Multi Level Marketing Money Machine.

Harvey Mackay is a legend - his bestsellers Swim with the Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive and Beware the Naked Man Who Offers You His Shirt were named by the New York Times as two of the most inspirational business books of all time. Now he’s back with the sum total of decades of sales know-how - teaching go-getters how to make the sale and hit the numbers, day in and day out. His advice is rooted in road-tested, real-world experiences and include tips on the Web, LinkedIn, and Facebook. The human touch is still the most important tool a salesperson has.

Club Wealth’s World Class Buyer Agent is a book meant for real estate agents at all levels of their career, including team leaders who want a guide specific to working with buyers. We encourage team leaders who want to improve their team's per-agent closing count to suggest this audiobook to their agents.

The real estate industry is a unique industry. You can earn a real estate license, but it will not teach you how to sell real estate. No one knows how to sell real estate as the result of attending real estate school. Agents need to know how to operate their own business, and they need to develop a business plan based on the market they want to serve. It's also your responsibility to educate yourself on the latest trends in your local community and the technology you can use to reach that community. This audiobook will help.

Anyone can go online and buy a pair of pants - but the likelihood that we would do so depends to a significant degree on where we live. The presence of stores nearby, trendy and friendly neighbors, and local sales taxes play a large role in the decision-making process when it comes to buying online. Location Is (Still) Everything is for anyone who wants to understand the patterns underlying how and why we use the Internet to shop, sell, and search, including entrepreneurs, students, and investors.

Is Social Media Working for You or are You Working for It? Effective use of social media is more about mindset than tactics. Marketers like to talk about strategy and tactics. I’m more of a behaviorist. What do you want people to do? Do you want them to like your brand? Do you want to sell them your thing? Your service? If your mindset isn’t right, social media won’t work. It’s that simple. This book covers the qualities and benefits of a social mindset. You’ll learn the overarching mentality required for your small business to succeed on social -- by being a real person in a ...

You don’t need two years in business school to think like an MBA. What you need are the right frameworks, simple explanations, and real-world case studies — delivered clearly and practically. The 50-Minute MBA is the second volume in Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman’s acclaimed Mini-MBA Series. Building on the quick lessons of The 5-Minute MBA, this book takes you deeper into 40 essential MBA topics — each designed to be read in under 10 minutes and paired with exercises that turn insight into action. Inside, you’ll learn how to: Lead with impact by building trust, clarity, and ...

In March of 2020, the world changed in a way we may never fully recover from. A relatively unknown threat shook the entire world. Although the real estate market remains strong today, the issues that are going to affect the business of a real estate agent are the ones that deal with the way buyers and sellers have been mentally changed by recent events. This audiobook is going to walk through the different ways a real estate agent needs to think in order to be the most successful in this new environment.