Ready to supercharge your social media strategy? In this video, Eric Siu shares how his team is scaling to 100 million views per month—without spending a dime on extra tools. He breaks down what’s working, what’s not, and how to dominate in 2025. 

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

• (00:00) Introduction to Social Media Strategy
• (02:50) Analyzing Successful Content
• (06:14) Learning from Underperforming Videos
• (08:55) The Importance of Hooks and Storytelling
• (12:07) Shifting Focus to Business-Driven Content
• (14:57) Evaluating YouTube Performance
• (18:09) Refining Content Strategy
• (21:03) The Role of Analytics in Growth
• (23:54) Conclusion and Future Directions

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Want to crush 2025? Eric Siu breaks down his powerful annual review & reflection template to help you reflect on wins, set bold goals, and plan your most successful year yet. Stay tuned for game-changing insights you can apply today.

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

• (00:00) Annual Review Template Overview
• (05:09) Health and Wellness Non-Negotiables
• (10:24) Travel Highlights and Personal Growth
• (15:10) Key Lessons: Focus, Patience, and Involvement
• (22:09) Business Insights and Predictions for 2025
• (30:27) Favorite Books and Final Thoughts

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From gamer to game-changer — Eric Siu reveals how his days as a video game addict transformed into the ultimate training ground for building a thriving business empire. Discover how the strategies, resilience, and mindset honed through gaming became his secret weapons in marketing and entrepreneurship.

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

• (00:00) From Gaming Addiction to Business Success
• (04:04) Channeling Gaming Skills into Real Life
• (10:09) The Game of Business and Life
• (18:04) Gamifying Life for Success

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Imagine turning a single LinkedIn post into 838 leads for your business. 

In this conversation, Eric Siu reveals the strategy behind this success, dives into the future of SaaS, and shares actionable tips for leveraging LinkedIn to drive organic growth while building lasting client relationships.

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

• (00:00) Accidental Success: 838 Leads from One Post
• (03:09) Building Products That Solve Real Problems
• (06:07) The Future of Customized SaaS Solutions
• (09:01) Leveraging LinkedIn for Organic Growth

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What does it take to scale a business and thrive? Darren Lee interviews Eric Siu about smart hiring, AI’s impact on marketing, and why authenticity is king. They cover leadership, long-term growth, balancing work and relationships, and the power of storytelling. A must-listen for anyone looking to level up!

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

• (00:00) Scaling Hiring: The Programmatic Approach
• (03:10) The AI Dilemma: Authenticity vs. Automation
• (05:51) Content Evolution: Adapting to Audience Needs
• (09:02) The Shiny Knowledge Syndrome: Focus vs. Distraction
• (11:51) Podcast Advertising: Strategies and Insights
• (15:00) Building for the Long Term: The Rule of Three Years
• (29:22) Transitioning from High-Ticket to Coaching Programs
• (31:18) The Role of Personality in Business Motivation
• (33:43) Understanding Team Dynamics through Personality Tests
• (36:38) The Value of Teamwork vs. Solopreneurship
• (38:02) Leadership Lessons: Culture and Involvement
• (41:47) Hiring Strategies: Balancing Experience and Potential
• (43:15) Navigating Agency Acquisitions and Integrations
• (46:08) Building a Sellable Agency
• (49:57) The Reality of Agency Valuations and Sales
• (53:19) The Importance of Focus in Business Growth
• (57:10) Sticking to Your Values in Business Decisions
• (59:57) The Evolution of Personal Relationships
• (01:06:32) Navigating Envy and Jealousy in Success
• (01:12:39) Authenticity in Branding and Business
• (01:18:58) Balancing Work and Reflection
• (01:25:04) The Importance of Nurturing Relationships
• (01:27:24) Impact of Business on Personal Relationships

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Eric Siu takes the stage at HubSpot's INBOUND 2024 event as he shares powerful, practical strategies you can start using today—going beyond generative AI. Get insights on agentic workflows, programmatic SEO, and conversion rate optimization, plus some game-changing tools you've probably never heard of. 

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

• (00:00) Introduction to Practical Business Growth Strategies
• (03:10) The Importance of Quality in SEO and Content Creation
• (05:47) Leveraging Programmatic SEO for Traffic and Conversions
• (08:57) Maximizing Content Through Podcasts and Social Media
• (12:01) AI-Assisted Content Creation and Optimization
• (14:56) Implementing Agentic Workflows for Efficiency
• (17:59) Building Community for SEO and Retention
• (21:14) Future Trends in AI and Marketing

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Eric Siu had an epic conversation with Anthony ‘Pomp’ Pompliano about Bitcoin — your defense against inflation. Pomp shares his personal insights on building wealth, timeless life lessons he has written for his kids, and the secrets to a sustainable business culture driven by profit, purpose, and a no-BS approach.

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

• (00:00) The Impact of Bitcoin on Personal Finance
• (04:48) Investing Strategies for an Extraordinary Life
• (09:57) Lessons from Writing Letters to My Children
• (15:02) Building a Timeless Book and Its Marketing
• (20:05) The Business of Incubation and Investment
• (31:19) The Value of Consistent Acquisitions
• (34:30) Profitability as a Core Principle
• (37:53) Decentralized Decision-Making
• (40:12) Learning Through Collaboration
• (44:30) De-risking Entrepreneurship
• (48:46) The Misconception of Holding Companies
• (01:00:28) Caring Leadership in Business
• (01:02:52) Building a Strong Company Ethos
• (01:03:50) Documenting Company Culture vs. Prescribing It
• (01:05:10) The Importance of Substance Over Hype
• (01:06:35) Maturity in Business and Entrepreneurship
• (01:07:57) Learning from Generational Experiences
• (01:09:56) Financial Literacy and Business Health
• (01:12:50) Weekly Updates and Accountability
• (01:15:14) Creating Clarity Through Documentation
• (01:17:10) Incentives and Partner Success
• (01:18:04) Learning from Complex Personalities
• (01:20:21) The Shift in Professional Presentation
• (01:25:29) The Impact of Environment on Ambition
• (01:29:11) Changing Perspectives on Office Spaces and Patience

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Jasmine Star sits down with Eric Siu to talk all about the real side of running a marketing agency. They chat about influencer myths, creative standards, pricing strategies, and what the future of agencies could look like with more tech and performance-based models.

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

• (00:00) The State of Marketing: Trends and Misconceptions
• (02:49) The Reality of Business Operations and Leadership
• (06:06) Focus and the Importance of Singular Vision
• (08:56) The Journey of Building an Agency
• (12:11) Navigating Challenges in Agency Management
• (14:59) The Growth and Evolution of an Agency
• (17:46) Hiring and Talent Management in Agencies
• (21:04) The Value of Agency Ownership
• (23:49) Building a Sustainable Agency Business
• (27:03) Starting an Agency: Practical Steps and Advice
• (30:17) The Demand for Ad Creatives
• (33:11) Scaling Your Business: Pricing and Delegation
• (36:32) Setting Standards of Excellence in Creative Work
• (41:41) The Importance of Focus and Avoiding Premature Scaling
• (43:39) Learning from Mistakes: Abdication vs. Delegation
• (49:12) The Future of Agencies: Tech and Performance-Based Models
• (55:06) Advice for Aspiring Agency Owners

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In this episode, Eric Siu chats with Seth Godin about what truly makes great marketing—creating meaningful stories and focusing on long-term success. Seth shares why understanding your audience is key and talks about his love for writing and how books can make a real impact. This conversation will inspire you to think bigger and aim higher.

Watch the full interview here.

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

• (00:00) Understanding Modern Marketing Misconceptions
• (02:52) The Philosophy of Strategy
• (05:47) The Importance of Focus in Marketing
• (09:04) Games and Infinite Play in Business
• (11:57) Empathy and Its Role in Strategy
• (14:47) Navigating Systems in Business
• (18:05) The Power of Time in Strategy
• (21:00) Generosity and Authenticity in Business
• (23:50) The Strategy Behind Book Publishing
• (29:10) The Journey of Writing and Its Impact
• (31:35) The Birth of Email Marketing
• (35:48) The Importance of Focus in Business
• (39:55) Understanding Long-Term Games
• (43:45) The Transformative Power of AI
• (48:34) Education and the Need for Change Agents
• (49:58) Mastering the Art of Storytelling
• (53:50) The Balance Between Hustle and Patience

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In this video, Eric Siu shares his journey from gaming to entrepreneurship, reflecting on the sacrifices, loneliness, and ambition that fueled his success. He opens up about the challenges of choosing growth over comfort and the importance of building strong connections along the way.

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

• (00:00) The Genesis of Ambition
• (02:52) The Loneliness of Sacrifice
• (06:04) Navigating Relationships and Isolation
• (09:47) The Cost of Success
• (13:01) Reflections on Worth and Regret

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This is Eric's presentation around AI in marketing from Limitless Expo 2024 which just wrapped last month. There are accompanying slides, so we recommend you watch it on YouTube at the link here, https://youtu.be/Jowh3Oqm9jg.

Eric discusses how you can 10x your business through AI in marketing, specifically diving into marketing strategy, SEO, CRO, and agentic workflows.

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00:00 Intro to Eric's Presentation / Harnessing AI for Business Growth

10:56 SEO Strategies and Programmatic SEO

18:08 Leveraging AI for Conversion Rate Optimization

25:44 The Future of AI Agents in Business

29:04 Q&A: Insights and Applications of AI

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