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\"attention<\/p>\n

My podcast features an unusual format: a rotating band of six co-hosts. This allows me to have smart, reliable guests, but on the rare occasion that somebody has a conflict, I get to bring in a surprise guest. In the latest episode, I was joined by my dear friend Gini Dietrich<\/a>, a true legend in the world of PR, communications, and marketing. Our discussion spanned the evolution of social media, the enduring significance of relationships, the impact of AI on the attention economy, and, of course, Gini\u2019s seminal creation: the PESO Model<\/a>.<\/p>\n

In this episode we cover:<\/p>\n

1. The Evolution (and Challenge) of Social Media<\/h2>\n

Gini brought remarkable insight into how social media has changed since those early, \u201canything is possible\u201d days. Social channels used to facilitate genuine relationships, connections, and organic reach\u2014the building blocks of so many enduring professional and personal relationships. Now, the landscape feels more fragmented and transactional, with true organic reach having all but disappeared.<\/p>\n

As Gini put it, “We had the ability to reach people around the globe that we never would have had access to in other ways. We were building relationships \u2026 that doesn\u2019t exist today, which I think is really sad.”<\/p>\n

2. Fractured Attention Economy<\/h2>\n
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One of the most thought-provoking points in our discussion was the nature of the attention economy: it\u2019s scattered across dozens of platforms, formats, and delivery mechanisms. The days of everyone reading the same publication or gathering around the TV are long gone. Now, as Gini noted, \u201cthere are really 12 distinct places that people are getting information.\u201d<\/p>\n

This is why her PESO Model (Paid, Earned, Shared, Owned) is more relevant than ever. It offers a framework for creating a unified brand voice across all these channels. The real magic, Gini emphasized, isn\u2019t in dabbling randomly in a little of everything, but in *integrating* messaging and strategy across media types.<\/p>\n

3. The PESO Model\u2019s Enduring Relevance<\/h2>\n

It was a delight to hear Gini tell the origin story of the PESO Model, as developed in her book \u201cSpin Sucks.\u201d What began as a way to organize and demonstrate the evolving role of PR and communications has evolved into a respected global framework, taught in universities and utilized by Fortune 500 teams.<\/p>\n

This is a great story that illustrates how a bit of luck is at the root of almost every business success.<\/p>\n

4. Navigating AI in Communications and Marketing<\/h2>\n

Of course, we couldn\u2019t have a marketing discussion in 2025 without talking about AI. Gini shared practical, real-world examples of how AI is being cautiously (and creatively) woven into client work.<\/p>\n

There is undeniable momentum: \u201cthe horse is out of the gate,\u201d as Gini wisely noted. Yet legal, ethical, and practical questions abound.<\/p>\n

5. Breaking Bad Rules in PR (and Marketing)<\/h2>\n

Finally, I had to ask: what\u2019s one \u201cbad rule\u201d in PR that desperately needs breaking? Gini\u2019s answer was swift: the tired practice of measuring impact by media impressions and advertising value equivalencies. It\u2019s time to move beyond archaic metrics and embrace more meaningful measurements aligned with business outcomes.<\/p>\n

My conversation with Gini was a reminder of how quickly our field evolves\u2014and how much wisdom we can gain from those who have shaped its evolution.<\/p>\n

This is a fun, memorable conversation between marketing friends, and you won’t want to miss it. Just click here!<\/p>\n

Click here to enjoy The Marketing Companion Episode 320<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

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