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The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast
Insightful interviews with authors, experts, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who share valuable marketing tips, growth strategies, and resources. Hosted by John Jantsch, one of America's top small business marketing experts, this show is dedicated to helping you craft effective marketing strategies that will grow your business. Whether you're a small business owner, marketing professional, or marketing agency owner, you'll gain valuable insights and actionable advice on topics such as…
Episodes
- The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast
Why More Money Won't Fix Your Money Problems
Financial stress is not just about how much you earn. In this episode, Mike Michalowicz explains why building better money habits matters more than increasing…
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The Business Case for Play at Work
What if play isn't a distraction from productivity—but a powerful driver of innovation, creativity, and stronger teams? In this episode, John Jantsch talks…
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AI Is a Survival Skill for Consultants
AI did not just disrupt consulting, it changed what it takes to survive. Steve Cunningham shares how AI nearly wiped out his business, forced a complete…
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What Most Businesses Get Wrong About Marketing
Most businesses don't have a marketing problem—they have a strategy problem. In this episode, John explains why focusing on tactics without a clear marketing…
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Why Growth Stalls After Early Success
In this episode we break down why founder-led businesses hit a ceiling even with strong strategy in place. John Jantsch explains how leadership habits…
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The Hidden Tax Savings in Your Business
Most business owners unknowingly leave thousands of dollars in tax savings on the table every year. In this episode, John talks with tax strategist Peter Holtz…
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Marketing Chaos Ends With a Real System
Marketing feels chaotic because most businesses are chasing tactics without a system to support them. In this episode, John Jantsch and Sara Nay explain why a…
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7 Stages to a Complete Marketing Operating System
John breaks down the 7 stages of a complete marketing operating system and why most businesses struggle without one. He explains how the marketing pyramid…
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Upskilling Your Team for What's Next
The rules of hiring have changed—and many small business owners are still playing by an outdated talent playbook. In this episode, John Jantsch sits down with…
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Why Voice AI Is Ready for Prime Time
Voice agents are moving from novelty to true revenue infrastructure—and businesses that treat them like strategic roles instead of talking FAQs are pulling…
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Build a Business People Can't Imagine Losing
Building a Business People Can't Imagine Losing starts with a bold idea: love is the most powerful force in business. In this episode, Marcus Buckingham…
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How Small Businesses Can Grow Their Own Talent
Hiring ready-made talent is harder than ever, especially for small businesses competing in an AI-driven job market. In this episode, workplace futurist…
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How to Reduce Taxes and Build Real Wealth
What if your biggest expense isn't your mortgage, but your income tax? In this episode, John Jantsch sits down with Jack Ojo, founder of Ojo Wealth Strategies…
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Rethinking Workflows in the Age of AI
AI is moving fast but most organizations were never built for this kind of speed. John sits down with Stephen Wunker to explain why simply adding AI tools is…
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Selling Outcomes Instead of Services
Businesses don't win by selling more features or even better experiences anymore. In this episode, Joe Pine explains why the real value today comes from…
- The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast
AI Is a Survival Skill for Consultants
AI did not just disrupt consulting, it changed what it takes to survive. Steve Cunningham shares how AI nearly wiped out his business, forced a complete…
- The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast
Why Goals Fail and How to Change the Odds
Most goals do not fail because of a lack of motivation. They fail because people misunderstand the odds. Kyle Austin Young explains why goal setting breaks…
- The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast
Marketing Chaos Ends With a Real System
Marketing feels chaotic because most businesses are chasing tactics without a system to support them. In this episode, John Jantsch and Sara Nay explain why a…
- The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast
Curious Leaders Build Stronger, Smarter Teams
Curiosity is not a soft skill. It is one of the strongest predictors of leadership performance and team success. In this episode, John Jantsch talks with…
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AI Will Automate Content. Humans Will Own Strategy
Content is about to become unlimited, cheap, and automated and that changes everything about marketing strategy. John Jantsch sits down with Peter Benei of AI…
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You Can't Self-Care Your Way Out of a Toxic Workplace
You can't self-care your way out of a toxic workplace, and leadership consultant Amy Leneker explains why. In this episode, we unpack how workplace stress…
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How to Capture Attention Without Clickbait
John sits down with communication expert Carmine Gallo to break down how to capture attention without clickbait by using proven persuasion and storytelling…
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6 Marketing Trends That Will Shape 2026
What should businesses focus on as marketing evolves in 2026? In this solo episode, John Jantsch breaks down 6 marketing trends that will shape 2026, from the…
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AI Works Best as a Teammate, Not a Tool
John is joined by Lauren Esposito to explore why AI delivers the most value when treated as a digital teammate rather than just another tool. They unpack how…
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How Leaders Should Really Use AI
*This is a rerun of a previously released episode Geoff Woods is the #1 international bestselling author of The AI-Driven Leader: Harnessing AI to Make Faster…
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The Science of Mindset and Sustainable Success
In The Science of Mindset and Sustainable Success, mindset coach and author Diana Pagano breaks down how neuroscience and neuroplasticity shape our beliefs…
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10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Agency
Sara breaks down the 10 essential questions every small business should ask before hiring a marketing agency, consultant, or fractional CMO. From who owns your…
- The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast
7 Stages to a Complete Marketing Operating System
John breaks down the 7 stages of a complete marketing operating system and why most businesses struggle without one. He explains how the marketing pyramid…
- The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast
The Brain Science Behind Successful Marketing
*This episode originally aired in August 2025 Michael Aaron Flicker, founder of XenoPsi Ventures and co-founder of the Consumer Behavior Lab with behavioral…
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Why Great Employees Don't Always Make Great Managers
John talks with Ashley Herd—founder of Manager Method—about why top performers often struggle when promoted into management and what organizations can do…
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How AI is Rewriting the Customer Journey
With over two decades of experience helping small businesses thrive, John dives solo into this episode to explore how AI is revolutionizing the buyer's…
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Using AI to Convert More Leads and Save Time
In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, we explore how small businesses can use AI to convert more leads while reclaiming precious time. John…
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Magnetizing the Right Clients
In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, we uncover how to magnetize the right clients by escaping the "obscurity tax" and building true market…
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10 Questions That Reveal the Truth About a Marketing Partner
Choosing the right marketing agency can make or break your business — and in this episode, John Jantsch shares the 10 essential questions every business owner…
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Four Pillars for Social Selling
John Jantsch sits down with LinkedIn expert Lorenzo Johnson to break down the four pillars of social selling that drive real results. Lorenzo explains how to…
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10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Agency
Sara breaks down the 10 essential questions every small business should ask before hiring a marketing agency, consultant, or fractional CMO. From who owns your…
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Give Your Marketing Strategy a Smart Upgrade
*This is a rerun of a previous DTM episode. Keith Lauver is a serial entrepreneur, seasoned marketing strategist, and founder of Atomic Elevator, the company…
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AI, Content Strategy, and Building a Brand That Lasts
*This is a rerun of a previous DTM episode. Manick Bhan is the founder and CTO of Search Atlas, a cutting-edge SEO and content marketing platform powering over…
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Trust, Storytelling, and the Future of Brands
John Jantsch talks with Ernie Ross — branding strategist, founder of Ross Rethink, and creator of the Intangence Methodology. They explore how trust…
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Why Hope Is a Leadership Strategy
Dr. Julia Garcia is a psychologist, speaker, and author of The Five Habits of Hope: Stories and Strategies to Help You Find Your Way. In this episode, she…
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The Human Side of AI Branding
Mark Kingsley is a renowned brand strategist, consultant, and author of Brands in the Age of AI. In this episode, he joins John Jantsch to explore how…
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Your Google Business Profile Is the Secret to Local SEO
John breaks down why your Google Business Profile is now the most powerful tool for local SEO. He explains how Google's shift toward AI-driven search and…
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How to Build Your AI Team, Task by Task
Eva Gutierrez is the founder of ThinkWithAI.com and a leading educator on practical AI adoption for business leaders. With a background in behavioral science…
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Turning Values Into Action
Bestselling author and leadership expert Robert Glazer, founder of Acceleration Partners and creator of the popular Friday Forward newsletter, joins John…
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How to Turn a Moment Into Momentum
Don Yaeger is a New York Times bestselling author, leadership expert, and sought-after speaker known for distilling the habits of world-class performers. In…
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How Books Can Shape Success
Todd Sattersten, publishing veteran and CEO of Bard Press, joins John Jantsch to discuss his latest project, 100 Books for Work and Life. Todd has helped…
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7 Steps to a Complete Visibility Audit
John breaks down why SEO is no longer just about rankings—it's about visibility. In this solo episode, he shares the seven key steps of a complete visibility…
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Why Your LinkedIn Ads Aren't Working
Anthony Blatner, founder of Speedwork Social and host of LinkedIn Ads Radio, joins John Jantsch to uncover why so many businesses struggle with LinkedIn…
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The Future of SEO in the Age of AI Search
Todd Sawicki, founder and CEO of Gumshoe AI, joins John Jantsch to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the future of search and marketing. With…
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How to Create Exceptional Experiences
Globally recognized leadership and customer experience expert Neen James joins John Jantsch to explore the power of creating exceptional experiences in…
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How to Stay Visible in the AI Search Era
In this solo episode, John unpacks why traditional SEO is no longer enough and how businesses must shift toward search visibility in the age of AI. He explores…
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Building a Business That Runs Without You
Dr. Sabrina Starling, founder of Tap the Potential and host of the Profit by Design Podcast, is known for helping entrepreneurs create profitable, sustainable…
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Why Thought Leadership Is the New PR
Amy Rosenberg, seasoned PR strategist, agency founder, and author of A Practical Guide to Public Relations for Businesses, Nonprofits and PR Leaders, joins…
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Building Resilience at Any Age
Former national TV news anchor and founder of Rylan Media, Lynn Smith, joins John Jantsch to share lessons from her new book Just Keep Going. Drawing from…
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The New SEO Playbook for Business Growth
*This is a re-release of a previous DTM episode. John dives deep into the evolving landscape of SEO in this solo episode. He breaks down what today's marketers…
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Why AI Is Reshaping Every Stage of the Buyer's Journey
With over two decades of experience helping small businesses thrive, John dives solo into this episode to explore how AI is revolutionizing the buyer's…
- The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast
The Brain Science Behind Successful Marketing
Michael Aaron Flicker, founder of XenoPsi Ventures and co-founder of the Consumer Behavior Lab with behavioral scientist Richard Shotton, joins John Jantsch to…
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Adapting Agencies for the AI Era
Brent Weaver, CEO of E2M Solutions, joins John Jantsch to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the agency landscape. As the leader of a top…
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Why Inner Excellence Creates Outer Success
Jim Murphy is a high-performance coach, author, and creator of the Inner Excellence Methodology. He's coached Olympians, world-class athletes, and business…
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Marketing in the Era of Uber Trends
Michael Tchong, innovation expert and founder of UberTrends, joins John Jantsch to reveal how seismic shifts in consumer behavior and technology are reshaping…