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Learn how to unlock the potential of AI in content marketing with insights from Ross Simmonds on this episode of Distribution First. Discover how AI tools can transform your entire content creation and distribution process.Integrating GPT with Google Sheets for meta descriptions and blog posts.Use AI to enhance your creativity and judgment.Tips for creating effective AI prompts for clearer outputs.The role of AI in marketing: Replicating tasks and improving efficiency.The future of AI in job markets and personal growth strategies.*** WHEN YOU'RE READY♻️ Distribution First Newsletter🧭 Get Content Repurposing Roadmap (repurposing system)🚀 Join Distribution First (private membership community)***CONNECT🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon🐦 Twitter @justincsimon✉️ Email: [email protected]***SPONSORThanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of my podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more.

Struggling to keep your LinkedIn content consistent? I get it.In this week's episode, Justin Simon hangs out with social copywriting expert Matt Barker. They dive into the magic behind a structured social content calendar that'll keep your LinkedIn looking fresh without the headache. Tune in and take away Matt's most actionable tips to level up your LinkedIn game.*** WHEN YOU'RE READY♻️ Distribution First Newsletter🧭 Get Content Repurposing Roadmap (repurposing system)🚀 Join Distribution First (private membership community)***CONNECT🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon🐦 Twitter @justincsimon✉️ Email: [email protected]***SPONSORThanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of my podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more.

On this episode of Distribution First, we're diving deep with Lashay Lewis on how the right content distribution strategies can boost your bottom-of-funnel results. She peeled back the curtain on her masterful approach to bottom-of-funnel (BOFU) content and how it's been a massive difference-maker in her marketing strategy.*** WHEN YOU'RE READY♻️ Distribution First Newsletter🧭 Get Content Repurposing Roadmap (repurposing system)🚀 Join Distribution First (private membership community)***CONNECT🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon🐦 Twitter @justincsimon✉️ Email: [email protected]***SPONSORThanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of my podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more.

Did 2024 turn out how you thought it would? In this week's episode, take a look back at some of the top trends we thought were coming over this past year. Back in January, Justin Simon and a panel of content strategy experts, including Jess Cook, Chelsea Castle, and Ryan Baum, envisioned the biggest challenges and opportunities for content marketers in 2024. The panel drills into the complexities of brand storytelling, the need for powerful strategic narratives, and why in 2024, we should have leaned hard into building brand authenticity. Special thanks to RevGenius for hosting the panel. *** WHEN YOU'RE READY♻️ Distribution First Newsletter🧭 Get Content Repurposing Roadmap (repurposing system)🚀 Join Distribution First (private membership community)***CONNECT🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon🐦 Twitter @justincsimon✉️ Email: [email protected]***SPONSORThanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of my podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more.

Tired of the content hamster wheel, constantly churning out new posts, videos, and blogs? In our latest episode, Justin and Greg Swan from ClickUp chatted with the Goldcast crew to uncover the secrets to breaking free from this exhausting cycle. We'll dive deep into:Optimizing and repurposing existing content to maximize its impactLeveraging AI tools like ChatGPT and Goldcast for efficient content transformationPractical strategies for channel-specific content distributionLearn from real-life case studies and actionable insights that will help you rethink your content strategy.*** WHEN YOU'RE READY♻️ Distribution First Newsletter🧭 Get Content Repurposing Roadmap (repurposing system)🚀 Join Distribution First (private membership community)***CONNECT🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon🐦 Twitter @justincsimon✉️ Email: [email protected]***SPONSORThanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of my podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more.

Join Justin and go in on a behind-the-scenes coaching call with Josh Chronister, product marketer at AudioCodes. This episode is full of real talk as the pair chat through building a repeatable distribution strategy.If you like distribution and repurposing playbooks, you'll love my weekly newsletter (it's free). Join 2,500+ subscribers here: https://news.justinsimon.co/In this episode, you'll learn:How to leverage YouTube for distribution in 2025How to use content for sales enablementWhy LinkedIn newsletters might be an untapped channel*** WHEN YOU'RE READY♻️ Distribution First Newsletter🧭 Get Content Repurposing Roadmap (repurposing system)🚀 Join Distribution First (private membership community)***CONNECT🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon🐦 Twitter @justincsimon✉️ Email: [email protected]***SPONSORThanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of my podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more.

In this episode, Justin chats with Sam Dunning on the Breaking B2B podcast.They cover:How to  stand out with so much noise and fluffy media being posted by brandsHow to create content that drives sales pipeline and revenueA breakdown of the strategy to drive more views & leads with less output*** WHEN YOU'RE READY♻️ Distribution First Newsletter🧭 Get Content Repurposing Roadmap (repurposing system)🚀 Join Distribution First (private membership community)***CONNECT🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon🐦 Twitter @justincsimon✉️ Email: [email protected]***SPONSORThanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of my podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more.

In this episode of Distribution First, discover how to optimize your content distribution strategy. We delve into the three top-level goals that drive distribution success. Learn to create momentum, maintain consistency, and strategically plan your content releases to amplify reach and reduce creation costs.00:00 Introduction02:03 3 High-Level Goals for Optimization05:23 Optimizing Your Distribution System07:37 Creating a Distribution Plan13:15 Optimizing Content Distribution*** WHEN YOU'RE READY♻️ Distribution First Newsletter🧭 Get Content Repurposing Roadmap (repurposing system)🚀 Join Distribution First (private membership community)***CONNECT🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon🐦 Twitter @justincsimon✉️ Email: [email protected]***SPONSORThanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of my podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more.

Posting on more channels doesn't equal more success. In this episode, learn how to choose the right platforms by focusing on your audience, distinguishing between demand capture and creation, and leveraging resources effectively.Avoid juggling too many platforms—pick one, nail it, and expand from there.00:00 Introduction01:12 Choosing the Right Distribution Channels02:43 Demand Capture vs. Demand Creation06:10 Understanding Your Audience08:23 Capacity and Infrastructure for Content Distribution*** WHEN YOU'RE READY♻️ Distribution First Newsletter🧭 Get Content Repurposing Roadmap (repurposing system)🚀 Join Distribution First (private membership community)***CONNECT🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon🐦 Twitter @justincsimon✉️ Email: [email protected]***SPONSORThanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of my podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more.

Today's episode of Distribution First dives into the practical steps you need to turn one piece of content into a content machine.Join me as I break down the second phase of the Distribution First framework - execution. I’ll share how to set up a distribution document, break down long-form content into bite-sized pieces, and build a content library that keeps your socials and inbox buzzing with activity. Imagine turning one blog post into a dozen social media posts, graphics, and videos, creating an unstoppable distribution flywheel.Plus, learn from my own experiences on how repurposing saved a blog post from 30 views to over 10,000 impressions. If you're ready to stop creating more stuff and start maximizing what you already have, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to discover how a smart distribution strategy can transform your content marketing approach.*** WHEN YOU'RE READY♻️ Distribution First Newsletter🧭 Get Content Repurposing Roadmap (repurposing system)🚀 Join Distribution First (private membership community)***CONNECT🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon🐦 Twitter @justincsimon✉️ Email: [email protected]***SPONSORThanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of my podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more.