Shattering The Mold: Unleashing the Creator Economy in B2B Marketing

In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Christie Horsman, who brings a decade of expertise in both B2B and B2C marketing within the SaaS arena. Currently serving as the VP of marketing at Thinkific, a platform that empowers entrepreneurs to craft, market, and deliver online courses, Christie delves into the booming Creator Economy and how it's reshaping the marketing landscape, especially in the B2B sector.
The Creator Economy isn't just a playground for B2C marketers or influencers. It's a rich, untapped terrain for B2B marketing, offering a humanized and community-centric approach that can significantly contribute to business growth. By embracing the principles of the Creator Economy, B2B marketers can foster a deeper connection with their audience, enhance trust, and drive meaningful engagement.

Here's a glance at this episode:
[01:10] How are creators changing marketing, especially in B2B?
[02:08] How do you define the "creator economy" compared to traditional economic models?
[03:44] Some creators do quirky things for attention. What can B2B brands learn from this?
[05:28] Brands are teaming up with influencers. What's good or bad about this approach?
[07:02] Successful creators have personal branding. How can a brand adopt this idea?
[09:39] B2B and B2C marketing are blending. How are authenticity and personal branding playing a role?
You can view the show notes here

More About Christie Horsman:
-Read Christie's article in Entrepreneur magazine
-Connect with Christie Horsman on LinkedIn
-Check out Thinkific

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