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Welcome to Distribution First. The show where we flip content marketing on its head and focus on what happens after you hit publish. Each week, I share playbooks, motivation, stories, and strategies to help you repurpose and distribute your content. Because you deserve to get the most out of everything you create.

Distribution First Justin Simon

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Welcome to Distribution First. The show where we flip content marketing on its head and focus on what happens after you hit publish. Each week, I share playbooks, motivation, stories, and strategies to help you repurpose and distribute your content. Because you deserve to get the most out of everything you create.

    Distribution Strategy Session [Coaching Call with Scrappy ABM]

    Distribution Strategy Session [Coaching Call with Scrappy ABM]

    Join Justin Simon as he takes you behind-the-scenes of a coaching call with Mason Cosby, founder of Scrappy ABM. This episode is full of real talk as they dig into Mason's distribution strategy for his company and how he can maximize his return without creating tons of content every single month.
    In this episode, you'll learn:
    Why consistency trumps volume in content strategyWays to build an email list for growthStrategies for pivoting content types seamlesslyThe importance of scrappy tech tool utilization
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    • 31 min
    The Top Content Marketing Trends of 2024 (Expert Panel)

    The Top Content Marketing Trends of 2024 (Expert Panel)

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    In this week's episode, Justin Simon and a panel of content strategy experts, including Jess Cook, Chelsea Castle, and Ryan Baum, dissect the biggest challenges and opportunities for content marketers in 2024.
    The panel of experts drills into the complexities of brand storytelling, the need for powerful strategic narratives, and why in 2024, we should all be leaning hard into building brand authenticity.
    How do you pivot from mere content creation to weaving stories that elevate your brand, and convert customers into advocates and storytellers on your behalf?
    Tune in for actionable insights and don't miss out on this knowledgeable panel's forecast for the future of content marketing and how to apply these strategies to differentiate your brand and build true audience engagement.
    Special thanks to RevGenius for hosting the panel.
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    • 53 min
    Ross Simmonds Reveals the Future of AI in Marketing

    Ross Simmonds Reveals the Future of AI in Marketing

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    In this week's episode, Justin Simon and Ross Simmonds tackle AI marketing dilemma head-on. They dive into the power of AI in content creation and distribution, laser-focusing on the tools and specific prompts that can multiply your efforts without sacrificing quality.
    Ross also lifts the curtain on the vital human element that guides the AI process, ensuring that the content doesn't just exist – it excites, it engages, it executes. It’s about striking that sweet spot between AI efficiency and human ingenuity. So, if you're spinning your wheels trying to figure out how to use AI in your marketing, this episode is for you.
    In this episode, you'll learn:
    How AI can boost content creation efficiencyWhy human oversight is vital in AI-generated contentWays to refine AI content promptsThe impact of AI on marketing careersStrategies for repurposing content effectively
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    Thanks 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.
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    • 51 min
    How to Prioritize What Matters (And Get More Done) Ft. Ryan Baum

    How to Prioritize What Matters (And Get More Done) Ft. Ryan Baum

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    In this episode, Justin sits down with Ryan Baum to unpack the crucial practice of prioritization and how it affects your productivity. They deep-dive into the pitfalls of prioritizing the wrong tasks and share advice on how content marketers can focus on activities that truly move the needle. They'll challenge you to adopt a mindset that's centered on results, efficiency, and clever repurposing — without losing sight of what's important.
    Subscribe to Distribution First and join us in fine-tuning your content's lifecycle for maximum impact.
    In this episode, you'll learn:
    How to prioritize tasks for better productivity.Why focusing on "big rocks" boosts content impact.When to push back as a team player.Ways to battle perfectionism and anxiety.Strategies for embracing authentic perspectives.
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    🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon
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    Thanks 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.
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    • 41 min
    Fastest Way to Generate Demand with LinkedIn Employee Advocacy (ft. Parthi Loganathan)

    Fastest Way to Generate Demand with LinkedIn Employee Advocacy (ft. Parthi Loganathan)

    If you're not leveraging employee advocacy in your content strategy, you're missing out. Today, we dive into making your content work harder—shifting from mere consumption to smart distribution and repurposing. Parthi Loganathan from Letterdop gives the lowdown on empowering employees to amplify your brand's voice, build trust with your audience, and how it can benefit their personal brand too.
    We also talk about ghostwriting, social selling on LinkedIn, and tracking the impact of your content. So, are you ready to scale up your content's impact and drive real business growth? Dive into the full episode of Distribution First to unlock the power of employee advocacy.
    Remember, your team could be your content's best asset. Don't let their potential go untapped.
    If you like distribution and repurposing playbooks, you'll love my weekly newsletter (it's free). Join 2,600+ subscribers here: https://news.justinsimon.co/
    In this episode, you'll learn:
    - Why employee advocacy boosts brand presence
    - Strategies for tracking content ROI
    - The role of ghostwriting in employee advocacy
    - Benefits of social selling on LinkedIn
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    CONNECT
    🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon
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    ✉️ Email: hello@justinsimon.co
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    SPONSOR
    Thanks 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.
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    • 41 min
    The State of Content Distribution with Brett McGrath

    The State of Content Distribution with Brett McGrath

    In this episode, Justin talks about the current state and future trends of content distribution, the evolving role of content marketers, and the impact of AI on the marketing landscape with Brett McGrath.
    Justin and Brett discuss the current state of content distribution in 2024, examining assumptions about distribution, how it can be improved, and the evolution of strategies from search and social to owned channels.
    If you like distribution and repurposing playbooks, you'll love my weekly newsletter (it's free). Join 2,600+ subscribers here: https://news.justinsimon.co/
    In this episode, you'll learn:
    Why having internal alignment across departments is crucial for distribution.How viewing content as a product can optimize distribution planning and resources.Why focusing distribution on a core piece can free up time for premium content.How building systems to provide brand omnipresence can expand reach.
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    CONNECT
    🔔 LinkedIn: @justincsimon
    🐦 Twitter @justincsimon
    ✉️ Email: hello@justinsimon.co
    ***
    SPONSOR
    Thanks 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.

    • 53 min

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