In today’s marketing world—where burnout is high and clarity feels rare—many professionals struggle to connect daily effort with long-term impact. So how do you rise above the noise, align your strategy with your goals, and grow without burning out?

In this episode, co-founders of Powerful Marketers, Mari-Liis Vaher and Laura Kukemelk, reflect on their 10+ year journey and introduce the 5 Pillars of Becoming the Greatest Marketer of the World. This insightful conversation is inspired by the upcoming Greatest Marketer book and offers practical steps to help you regain control, build trust, and lead with intention.

💡 The 5 pillars are:

1. Mindset
2. Strategy
3. Marketing
4. Communication
5. Leadership

💬 Noteworthy Quotes:

• “I believe that marketing is more important than sales. I know it sounds crazy or maybe even bold, but I think when sales is closing deals, then marketing beforehand builds these relationships and makes this deal even possible.” — Mari-Liis Vaher
• “Allocate strategy and planning time to your calendar, especially at the beginning of any new project. Taking a few hours to create an actionable plan will make it much easier to execute and ensure you won't forget any important details that can happen when you are constantly running like a hamster in a wheel.” — Laura Kukemelk
• "By creating a rhythm for your audience through consistent action is how you build know-like-trust in the marketplace.” — Mari-Liis Vaher
• “Repurpose, be smart and don't overwhelm your followers.” — Laura Kukemelk

⌛ Timestamps:

• 00:08:22 – Mindset and Personal Growth
• 00:16:06 – Importance of Planning and Strategy
• 00:28:45 – Marketing Execution and Misconceptions
• 00:38:27 – Power of Effective Communication
• 00:45:33 – Leadership and Delegation

🔗 Links:

• Download the Free Productivity Guide: https://powerful-marketers.com/productivity-guide
• Join the Powerful Marketers Hub: https://powerful-marketers.com/hub
• Join the Book Launch Team: https://powerful-marketers.com/book

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In this episode of the Powerful Marketing Tips podcast, we dive into the world of next-generation marketing with two inspiring young marketers, Kirke Joost and Gerrit Lehe. Both guests share their unique journeys and insights into the marketing industry, highlighting their experiences and the challenges they've faced along the way. The conversation is facilitated by host Mari-Liis Vaher.

• 08:20 Building a marketing agency
• 12:00 Advice for aspiring marketers
• 16:11 Importance of community support (Free access to Powerful Marketers Hub!)
• 21:16 Offering feedback to next generation marketers
• 25:00 Ambitions for growth and teamwork
• 30:18 Final advice for aspiring marketers

• "Even if your dream is so delusional, you're going to end up near it, because you're working the hardest. And you're hoping for it. So just be delusional." — Gerrit Lahe
• "The hardest part is starting. And after that, the only way is up. Even if it doesn't work out, you get experience." — Kirke Joost
• “Even if you have doubters and no-sayers, just prove them wrong.” — Gerrit Lahe
• "On social media, everything is surface level and there’s a lot of fuss. In the Hub, everything is organized and you can go through the materials and actually learn. " — Kirke Joost

• Connect with Kirke and Gerrit: https://www.kirkejoost.com/
• Join the Powerful Marketers Hub: https://powerful-marketers.com/hub/

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In this episode, Mari-Liis Vaher hosts a lively discussion with networking experts Frank Agin and Terry Bean about the challenges of building trust and relationships in the digital era. The trio delves into the importance of genuine connections and the art of communication, especially amidst the overwhelming nature of online interactions. They share personal insights, techniques for effective networking, and practical takeaways for listeners seeking to establish meaningful relationships.

💭 Main Topics Discussed:

• The evolution of networking and how technology has changed relationship building
• The significance of trust in business relationships
• Common pitfalls in online communication and ways to counteract them
• Practical tips for building genuine connections
• Personal strategies for overcoming mental exhaustion and staying motivated

💡 Key Insights:

• Trust Building: "Do what you said you would do" — Terry Bean emphasizes this straightforward principle for establishing trust in business.
• Communication Challenges: Written communication can lead to misunderstandings due to tone misinterpretations, underscoring the importance of active listening.
• Intentional Connection: Mari-Liis Vaher mentions that building relationships should be purposeful and not merely a numbers game of online connections.
• Less is More: Frank Agin advises focusing on fewer relationships but investing more time and effort into them for deeper connections.

🗣️ Notable Quotes:

• "The best way to build trust in business is to deliver what you promise." — Terry Bean
• "We have two ears and one mouth for a reason." — Mari-Liis Vaher
• "When it comes to building relationships and building trust, really nothing has changed. All technology allows us to do is to do it farther and faster." — Frank Agin

⌛ Timestamps:

02:40 - 06:59: Introductions of the guests

07:00 - 11:40: Insights on technology's effect on networking

12:00 - 15:05: The importance of intentionality in relationships

23:15 - 29:00: Personal stories on networking experiences

30:00 - 32:10: Discussion on values and commonalities in networking

39:50 - 42:55: Key strategies for building connections

🔗 Links:

Connect with Frank Agin:

• Website: https://frankagin.com/
• LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/frankagin

Connect with Terry Bean:

• Website: https://trybean.com/
• LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/terrybean

Join the Powerful Marketers Hub: https://powerful-marketers.com/hub/

Get early access to the book The Greatest Marketer of the World: https://powerful-marketers.com/book/

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