iDigress with Troy Sandidge

Have you conducted a 2022 personal audit? Reflection is essential to critical redirection and acceleration in business and life.

On this episode, I discuss the particulars of how to learn from the past year, how to navigate teetering sales and client opportunities from 2022 going into 2023, the importance of declaration and delegation, and why the first thing you need to focus on is not the business, but yourself, for your business to grow and for you to be even more successful this year.

I also share my goals for 2023 and expound on the pillars of growth and success while giving you a motivational boost to pursue being greater!

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Sales extraordinaire Phil Gerbyshak gets to play the game of Ask The Strategy Hacker in which we discussed how to leverage content to establish your brand, position your business, elevate your authority, create more conversations, dominate your market, increase the effectiveness of content distribution to drive more sales and revenue for your business in 2022.

On this episode, I redefine the quality vs quantity debate forever. I showcase how livestreaming or direct-to-consumer content of any kind will help you scale faster while reducing friction and time to market. I also spotlight in my strategy accelerator sponsored by Agorapulse how to build a customer advocacy program and why it's important to your content marketing strategy and your bottom line featuring Adobe's Global Head of Customer Advocacy, Kevin Lau.

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Most brands are running marketing strategies built for a world that no longer exists. We all want to create a movement, capture demand at scale, and dominate a market. But how do we do that today?

For most marketers, Account-Based Marketing (ABM) is the gold standard: highly targeted, sales-aligned, and built to close high-value accounts. Then you have Market-Based Marketing (MBM), which expands the lens to broader demand capture, category creation, and positioning at scale. But the REAL power shift to consider? Let me introduce you to Community-Based Marketing (CBM). CBM isn’t just about audience segmentation; it’s about integration.

ABM is transactional at its core. It’s focused on getting the deal, not necessarily building a lasting relationship. And in a world where trust is the currency, ABM alone isn’t enough. MBM is noisy. It requires a massive investment in awareness, content, and brand positioning. And in today’s world of oversaturated content, it’s harder than ever to cut through. CBM is about embedding your brand into the daily lives of the people who actually matter.

With ABM, you’re pitching from the outside. With MBM, you’re broadcasting to the masses. But with CBM, you’re technically already in the room.

Instead of hoping they see your ad, you’re in their inbox. Instead of forcing them to book a demo, they’re asking you for a call. Instead of convincing them to trust you, they’re defending your brand against competitors. Doesn't that sound amazing? Well trust me it is possible by recalibrating Account-Based Marketing and Market-Based Marketing with Community-Based Marketing that aligns with Value-Based Marketing, turning your community into your growth engine: generating organic conversations, referrals, and loyalty that no ad spend can replicate.

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From hoodies to hip-hop, from cultural influence to corporate boardrooms—your identity is your brand’s greatest asset. In this Masterclass episode, Evante Daniels returns to unpack the power of authenticity in branding and how embracing your unique identity can translate into profitability. We explore the psychology behind brand confidence, the impact of personal style in professional spaces, and why cultural IP is one of the most undervalued assets in business.

But here’s the truth—if you don’t tie your branding and positioning to ROI, the market won’t either. Evante breaks down why companies cut diversity initiatives, why cultural branding often gets overlooked, and how Black entrepreneurs can strategically position themselves to not just be seen, but to drive revenue and business growth. It’s not just about showing up—it’s about making sure your presence is tied to measurable impact, market share, and long-term brand equity.

We also break down real-world examples of cultural branding done right—from hip-hop moguls to streetwear legends—and how businesses can leverage their narratives to elevate influence, establish credibility, and turn cultural capital into actual capital.

Whether you’re a creator, executive, or entrepreneur, this conversation will challenge you to rethink your brand positioning, embrace your full identity, and ensure your brand isn't just culturally relevant—but financially powerful.

Tap in for Part 3 of this powerful Masterclass with Evante Daniels!

Listen to Part 1 of our conversation here.

Listen to Part 2 of our conversation here.

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The internet moves fast, but does that mean your marketing should? In today’s world of instant gratification, the pressure to react quickly and chase trends can lead to shallow strategies, unrealistic expectations, short-lived success, and unsustainable results. But it’s not just about marketing—it’s about leadership, too. If executives don’t give marketing, strategy, or people the time to grow, they’ll never see real results. What if the real key to sustainable growth is slowing down, embracing patience, letting things breathe, and giving people, ideas, and strategies the space to actually develop?

In this episode, we unpack:

• Why speed can sabotage your long-term marketing success.

• The danger of forcing speed over strategy in decision-making, team-building, and brand positioning.

• The underrated power of stillness and strategic patience in business.

• Why executives often demand immediate marketing results—yet fail to invest the time needed for real impact.

• How rushing to “be first” often results in noise, not impact.

• The thought leadership trap: it's not about "telling" —it’s about engaging, guiding, and building real influence.

• How a lack of patience in leadership leads to high turnover, rushed marketing, and ineffective campaigns.

• Oh, and... TikTok went down, panic ensued, and then it came back. What does that tell us about digital hysteria?

If you’ve ever felt pressured to constantly do more in marketing, this is your reminder that real influence and business longevity come from thoughtful action—not just rapid reaction. Tune in and learn why slowing down might be the fastest way to scale up.

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• Subscribe To My New Weekly LinkedIn Newsletter: Strategize. Market. Grow.

• Buy My Book, Strategize Up For The Blueprint To Scale Your Business: StrategizeUpBook.com

• Discover All Podcasts On The HubSpot Podcast Network

• Try GetResponse For FREE On Me To Monetize Your Content: GetResopnse Content Monetization Plan

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Support The Podcast & Connect With Troy:

• Rate & Review iDigress: iDigress.fm/Reviews

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