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Black Friday is coming—and most of you are still negotiating influencer deals that expire before Cyber Monday. Sam and Collin break down how to actually win the weekend, why creators are just z-list actors with ring lights, and what Sydney Sweeney’s bathwater has to do with your Q4 ROAS.

After years of chasing in-house marketing talent, brands are starting to realize something: it’s not working. In Episode 11, Sam and Collin unpack why the pendulum is swinging back toward agencies—and what that means for your business. They break down the hidden costs of mediocre talent, the myth of the “unicorn” hire, and why great agencies are outperforming internal teams. If you’ve ever tried (and failed) to build an in-house marketing dream team, this one’s for you.

Sam and Collin unpack why August always tanks for performance—and why smart marketers don’t panic. They dig into the seasonal slump, how to manage client expectations, and what you should be doing while everyone else is stressing over soft numbers. From optimizing ad accounts to testing new tools and prepping for Q4, this is the time to slow down, zoom out, and get strategic. Chill—August is doing exactly what it’s supposed to. 

Sam and Collin break down the chaotic world of marketing SaaS—what they actually use and how they manage it. After years of trial, error, and way too many subscriptions, they share what’s working now, what’s a waste, and how to keep your stack lean without losing your edge.