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Retrieval-Layer SEO: Why Most Marketers Are Losing AI Search (and How to Win)

AI search has changed how buyers find answers. If your content is not selected by the retrieval layer of a retrieval augmented generation system, it does not exist in the AI answer. No citation, no mention, no brand exposure. This article breaks down why Google’s official guidance falls short, why most marketing programs are structurally […]

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A woman in a colorful dress and Michelle Terpstra, a smiling man in a black suit, stand in front of a whiteboard. Overlapping them is bold text reading “NOT A SALES PROBLEM,” with “SALES” in red. Bookshelves and a desk with papers are visible behind.

Revenue Is Adrenaline. EBITDA Is Oxygen. And Why Your Leaders Must Speak Each Other’s Language (Interview)

In this interview, I discuss the importance of clear communication between leaders, highlighting the crucial balance between “adrenaline” (revenue) and “oxygen” (EBITDA). We explore how to move beyond vanity metrics and short-term thinking, emphasizing the need for systems that foster trust, drive sustainable growth, and ensure long-term success.

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Systems Over Goals: Scaling Companies, Raising Adults, and Building Teams That Choose the Hard Path Together (Interview)

Discover practical strategies for scaling companies, raising adults, and building resilient teams. This interview explores systems over goals, healthy conflict, and leadership that prioritizes durability. Learn how to design a life you’d vote for twice and build a sustainable, high-growth business.

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Building a Predictive Demand Engine in 90 Days

Building a predictive demand engine can be done in 90 days. Learn the framework, data requirements, and steps to turn forward-looking insights into revenue impact.

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Predictive Analytics for Demand Generation: A Practical Guide

Use predictive analytics for demand generation to prioritize high-fit accounts, cut CAC, and turn the demand engine into a predictable revenue pipeline.

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