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AI and search<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

New research shows that 27% of adults are using AI platforms<\/a> for traditional search functions. I am getting about a dozen direct inquiries on my site from ChatGPT, and I’ve secured two customers through AI.<\/p>\n

So, how is this going to work? It seems that Google is in trouble, but how can you bet against the world’s number-one search engine?<\/p>\n

That’s the subject of the new episode of The Marketing Companion. I welcome a new co-host, Andy Crestodina<\/a>, one of the premier digital marketing wizards around. Andy has some well-informed views of what is happening, what is likely, and how we need to think about search in the next few years.<\/p>\n

We also delve into a topic that is a bit more controversial (believe it or not!) LinkedIn newsletters. Historically, I have not been a fan. You’re turning over your email list, SEO value, and perhaps even content discoverability to LinkedIn. And hey, who ever heard of a newsletter going viral?<\/p>\n

But Andy has had some success in this area and presents a compelling case for the platform. An interesting debate!\u00a0 To hear it all, simply click here:<\/p>\n

Click here to enjoy Marketing Companion Episode 310<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

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