Why are marketers being sidelined in strategic decisions? The problem isn’t data — it’s what you do with it. In Episode 90 of the DesignRush Podcast, Stacey Danheiser, COO of Impressa AI and founder of Shake Marketing, reveals the #1 reason marketing gets ignored in the boardroom — and what to do about it. With 14 years inside Fortune 500s and over a decade advising growth-stage teams, Stacey unpacks how execution-first mindsets, shallow customer insight, and weak internal positioning keep marketers out of strategic conversations. For CMOs, marketing leads, and business unit heads, this is essential listening. You’ll learn why insight — not output — earns influence. You’ll learn: ✔️ Why marketers lose credibility inside the boardroom ✔️ The one move that earns marketing a voice in business strategy ✔️ How customer insights rebuild trust and internal alignment ✔️ The A3 leadership framework every marketer should master ✔️ Real-world examples of how learning drives measurable ROI Watch now to uncover why marketers are shut out of strategy—and how to change the game. Got a story for the podcast? Email us: spotlight@designrush.com — and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to support our channel. FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH ☑️ Website: https://www.designrush.com/☑️ Instagram: / designrushmag ☑️ LinkedIn: / designrush ABOUT DESIGNRUSHDesignRush.com is a B2B marketplace connecting businesses with agencies through expert reviews and agency ranking lists, awards, knowledge resources, and personalized agency recommendations for vetted projects. FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH#BusinessStrategy #FutureOfBusiness #CompetitiveAdvantage #DesignRushPodcast #RishadTobaccowala #BusinessTransformation #StrategicThinking #InnovationInBusiness #GrowthStrategy #leadershipinbusiness

Are you scaling your business — or just overbuilding your team? In Episode 89 of the DesignRush Podcast, Carlo Rivis (CEO, Innovation Discovery) and Julia Arpag (Founder, Aligned Recruitment) break down how founders and growth-stage companies can scale smarter — without overhiring. In 2025, U.S. companies have already laid off 3.5 million workers, many due to aggressive headcount growth without sustainable systems. Carlo shares how innovation is stifled by outdated frameworks, while Julia offers hiring strategies used by SaaS startups, Series A leaders, and top recruitment teams. Together, they challenge the traditional growth playbook — and lay out a leaner, faster path forward. What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why overhiring slows growth — and how to fix it ✔️ When to hire, outsource, or optimize your team ✔️ How team structures are shifting in tech and B2B ✔️ Why unconventional thinkers drive scale ✔️ How to grow through systems — not just headcount If you’re a founder, executive, or recruiting leader rethinking your growth strategy for 2025, this episode is for you. Got a story for the podcast? Email us at spotlight@designrush.com Like, comment, and subscribe to stay ahead of the curve.

Is your executive brand opening doors — or closing them behind you? In Episode 88 of the DesignRush Podcast, Adam Broda—executive career strategist, former Amazon and Boeing leader, and Founder of Broda Coaching—shares how over 300 senior professionals landed roles at Tesla, Meta, Google, and beyond. For executives and senior professionals, the job market isn’t about experience — it’s about value clarity. Adam reveals why many high performers get overlooked and how you can build a career brand that attracts opportunity, influence, and leverage. What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why high-level résumés filled with tasks fail to impress ✔️ The secret to attracting roles—not just recruiters ✔️ Why personal brand = career insurance ✔️ How to become in-demand, not just available ✔️ What strategic visibility does for your compensation, network, and influence Stop relying on outdated methods. Start positioning like a high-value executive. Watch now and discover how to lead your career like a business. Got a story for the podcast? Email us: spotlight@designrush.com — and be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to support our channel.