How can both empathy and distilled communication reshape your marketing strategy?
This special Hard Corps Marketing Show takeover episode features an episode from the Connect To Market podcast, hosted by Casey Cheshire. In this conversation, Casey sits down with Ron Close, VP of Marketing at First Resonance. Ron shares his unique journey from manufacturing and computer science to marketing leadership, and how empathy and curiosity have fueled his success.
Ron dives into the importance of empathy in marketing, not just why it matters, but how to apply it authentically to connect with customers. He breaks down innovative concepts like degenerative AI and practical strategies to leverage technology without losing the human touch. Ron also emphasizes the value of continuous learning, community, and embracing discomfort for growth.
With an approach grounded in curiosity, authenticity, and innovation, Ron offers marketers a fresh framework to engage audiences more effectively and drive meaningful results.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why empathy is key to customer-centric marketing
- How degenerative AI can amplify your marketing efforts authentically
- Aligning personal passion with professional roles to stay motivated
- The importance of community, continuous learning, and embracing discomfort
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Connect with Ron:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roncloseÂ
- Company website: https://www.firstresonance.io/ Â
Ways to Tune In:
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/01kCcPP1ib9MSE9aNb5SQaÂ
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/connect-to-market/id1822777920Â
- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b5c3fb03-482f-4496-bcd0-82c1d66fed3dÂ
- iHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/282837141/Â
- Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/connect-to-market-6138391Â
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP_sn6_Cwun_qxaOz94Epgf6zdqeTFjJVÂ
Connect To Market is produced and sponsored by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through branded podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/Â
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