In a world flooded with AI-generated content, mixed messages, and eroding confidence in institutions, one thing is becoming clearer: trust is harder to earn — and more valuable than ever.

In this episode of MarketingEDGE, we explore what “trust” really means for modern brands, why skepticism is at an all-time high, and how marketing leaders might need to rethink what truly drives belief, loyalty, and connection with their audiences.

Drawing on ideas from Jean-Pierre Lacroix’s Think Blink Manifesto, this conversation challenges conventional marketing playbooks and invites you to consider a more human, emotionally grounded approach to brand building.

If you’re wondering how marketing can cut through the noise in a low-trust world — without resorting to gimmicks — this episode is for you.

Tune in to discover what it takes to stand out when everyone is competing for credibility. Episode Resource | In an AI-Saturated World, Trust is the Key Brand Differentiator https://www.marketing.endeavoredge.com/brand/article/55355800/in-an-ai-saturated-world-trust-is-the-key-brand-differentiator?utm_source=MarketingEDGE+NL&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CPS260209023&o_eid=1789B5875812D4V&rdx.ident[pull]=omeda|1789B5875812D4V&oly_enc_id=1789B5875812D4V

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AI is changing how marketers personalize experiences—but it’s also introducing new risks. In this episode of MarketingEDGE, we explore how AI-driven personalization is evolving and why many marketing organizations are struggling to translate new tools into strategic impact.

In this episode, you’ll explore:

• How personalization is changing in the AI era

• Why signal vs. noise matters more than ever

• Where marketing transformation commonly stalls Episode Resources
 Navigating the Complexities of AI-Driven Personalization in B2B Marketing
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 Is Marketing Transformation Stalling in the Middle? https://www.marketing.endeavoredge.com/strategy/article/55352934/is-marketing-transformation-stalling-in-the-middle?utm_source=MarketingEDGE+NL&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CPS260126086&o_eid=1789B5875812D4V&rdx.ident[pull]=omeda|1789B5875812D4V&oly_enc_id=1789B5875812D4V 

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In this episode of MarketingEDGE, we explore two timely realities for modern marketing teams: AI can help you move faster—but it can also confidently make things up, and AI is reshaping how leaders work across every business function, including marketing.

First, we share practical guardrails for avoiding AI hallucinations when using AI for research and trend reporting. Then, we highlight an ExecutiveEDGE article explaining how AI is triggering a new leadership archetype: the Super Manager. Resources

Ask the AI Help Desk: Fact Check Follies https://www.marketing.endeavoredge.com/data-and-tech/article/55344324/ask-the-ai-help-desk-fact-check-follies?utm_source=MarketingEDGE+NL&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CPS260116108&o_eid=1789B5875812D4V&rdx.ident[pull]=omeda|1789B5875812D4V&oly_enc_id=1789B5875812D4V

The Rise of the Supermanager: Redefining Leadership in the AI Era https://www.executive.endeavoredge.com/strategy/article/55343292/executive-role-recalibration-in-the-ai-era-the-rise-of-the-supermanager?utm_source=MarketingEDGE+NL&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CPS260116108&o_eid=1789B5875812D4V&rdx.ident[pull]=omeda|1789B5875812D4V&oly_enc_id=1789B5875812D4V

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Account-based marketing is supposed to focus your efforts—but what if your ICP is actually shrinking your pipeline? In Part 1 of our ABM Misfires series, we break down one of the most common ABM mistakes: building an ICP that’s too narrow (and getting narrower over time). You’ll learn why “in-market only” ABM limits growth, how the 95/5 rule reshapes your strategy, and what high-performing teams do to balance demand capture and demand generation.

Plus, we dig into what it really looks like to operationalize AI in marketing, featuring workflow lessons from OpenAI’s communications team—moving beyond experiments and into repeatable daily execution.

If you’re leading ABM, demand gen, or growth marketing in B2B, this episode is packed with strategy you can apply immediately. Episode Resources: ABM Misfires, Part 1: Your ICP is Too Narrow, and it's Shrinking Your Pipeline https://www.marketing.endeavoredge.com/strategy/article/55342766/abm-misfires-your-icp-is-too-narrow-and-its-shrinking-your-pipeline?utm_source=MarketingEDGE+NL&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CPS260112094&o_eid=1789B5875812D4V&rdx.ident[pull]=omeda|1789B5875812D4V&oly_enc_id=1789B5875812D4V PipelineOperationalizing AI: How to actually use AI tools in your day-to-day https://www.marketing.endeavoredge.com/data-and-tech/article/55342492/operationalizing-ai-how-to-actually-use-ai-tools-in-your-day-to-day?utm_source=MarketingEDGE+NL&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CPS260112094&o_eid=1789B5875812D4V&rdx.ident[pull]=omeda|1789B5875812D4V&oly_enc_id=1789B5875812D4V

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To start 2026, MarketingEDGE keeps things practical with AI advice you can use immediately. This episode breaks down why visibility in AI-driven search is shifting from keywords to brand authority—and how credibility and trust now determine which brands get cited.

We also share simple ways to use free AI tools to generate ideas, refine copy, repurpose content, and plan social posts—without adding budget or headcount.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why AI search favors authority over keywords

• How brands earn visibility in AI-powered results

• Ways to use free AI tools for social content and planning

• How to work faster without losing brand voice

  Episode Resources

  Want More Visibility in AI Search? Focus on Brand Authority, Not Just Keywords

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  Smarter Social Media Marketing with AI—No Big Budget Required

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AI is everywhere in marketing—but most teams are still struggling with the basics. In this episode of MarketingEDGE, we break down why so many AI initiatives fail to deliver ROI and what separates high-performing teams from those stuck in pilot mode.
 We also explore how pairing first-party data with AI can unlock smarter targeting, personalization, and campaign performance in a cookieless world.
 In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why most marketers struggle to measure AI impact - The biggest barriers to successful AI adoption - How first-party data fuels better AI-driven campaigns - Where AI creates real leverage in targeting and optimization Episode Resources 2025 Marketing AI Insights: Barriers, Risks, and Readiness https://www.marketing.endeavoredge.com/data-and-tech/article/55339046/2025-marketing-ai-insights-barriers-risks-and-readiness?utm_source=MarketingEDGE+NL&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CPS251218070&o_eid=&rdx.ident[pull]=omeda|&oly_enc_id= How to Harness the Power of AI with First-Party Data for Your Next Campaign https://www.marketing.endeavoredge.com/data-and-tech/article/55339207/how-to-harness-the-power-of-ai-with-first-party-data-for-your-next-campaign?utm_source=MarketingEDGE+NL&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CPS251218070&o_eid=&rdx.ident[pull]=omeda|&oly_enc_id=

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In this episode of MarketingEDGE, we cover two timely articles for modern marketers. First, we examine why customer loyalty is now a board-level growth metric, not just a marketing KPI—and how retention, trust, and experience tie directly to long-term performance.

Then, we cut through the hype with 2025 Marketing AI Insights, exploring where AI is delivering real ROI, how AI agents are moving into core marketing strategy, and how customers actually feel about AI in marketing.

You’ll learn:

• Why loyalty matters more than ever
• Where AI is driving real marketing returns
• How top teams are using AI strategically

Episode Resources

Turning Customer Loyalty into a Board-Level Growth Metric - https://www.marketing.endeavoredge.com/strategy/article/55337831/turning-customer-loyalty-into-a-bo… 2025 Marketing AI Insights: Growth, Usage, and Trends - https://www.marketing.endeavoredge.com/data-and-tech/article/55338353/2025-marketing-ai-insights-gr…

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On this episode of the MarketingEdge we unpack the latest MarketingEdge Newsletter, highlighting how the digital landscape is evolving and creating new challenges, leaving cross-functional teams the responsibility to ensure campaign quality and performance stay intact. We also cover how to take your optimization strategy into the AI era, starting with some GEO tips!

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