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Almost Productive Podcast Coffee Break: Keeping Up With Trends (Episode 21)

by Shawn Dryden on April 20, 2026

Psst! Hey, marketers! Need to sharpen your communications chops? Want to stay on top of the latest trends? The team shares ideas for professional development for even the busiest schedules. Need a growth mindset? Shawn delivers motivation. Want branding best practices? Follow...
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Almost Productive Podcast Coffee Break: April Fools' Marketing (Episode 20)

by Julie Fiedler on March 31, 2026

Pranks aren’t just for whoopee cushions and hand buzzers — marketing teams get in on the fun, too. In this Coffee Break, the Almost Productive crew explores the world of April Fools' marketing, from fake product launches to brand stunts that actually worked well (and a few that...
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Almost Productive Podcast: March Madness Spring Cleaning (Episode 19)

by Shawn Dryden on March 18, 2026

Follow along as our Almost Productive hosts combine the drama of March Madness with the productivity and satisfaction of spring cleaning. In a bracket-style showdown, we help you decide which marketing efforts to prioritize as you tidy your company’s house. There will be upsets...
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Almost Productive Podcast Coffee Break: Super Bowl Commercials 2026 (Episode 19)

by Addie Justus on February 11, 2026

As marketers, the Super Bowl is one of our favorite events. The commercials are the real spectacle, and it can be more fun to watch which brands score big than to follow the actual game. In this episode, we break down our favorite spots, call out the misses and take a hard look...
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Six Behavior-Based Strategies Smart Marketers Know

by Julie Fiedler on December 5, 2025

What makes people click? Not in the dating sense, but on social media posts, emails or website listings. Why did you click on this blog? Maybe you’re curious about behavioral science and how it pertains to your job. Maybe you thought the title was catchy. Maybe a little bit of...
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Almost Productive Podcast: Consumer Behavior in Marketing (Episode 18)

by Julie Fiedler on December 5, 2025

Ever wonder why certain ads stick or deals feel irresistible? In this episode, our team unpacks key aspects of consumer behavior and the subtle ways our brains shape why we click and buy. Join us as we dive into cognitive biases, clever strategies and quirks of the human brain.
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Almost Productive Podcast Coffee Break: Design Inspiration (Episode 18)

by Julie Fiedler on November 13, 2025

In this episode of Almost Productive, things get artsy! Our hosts welcome co-worker and graphic designer extraordinaire Chelsey Oliver to the studio. Chelsey spills on her creative process, and everyone weighs in on their favorite design trends (plus a few pet peeves).
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Why You Need a Style Guide (And How to Make One)

by Sarah Caldwell Hancock on November 4, 2025

Picture it: You are writing something for your landscaping and nursery business — maybe a blog post about a new product line, a few social media posts about upcoming promotions or even a business letter to a vendor. You want your writing to be polished and consistent with what...
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Almost Productive Podcast: Special Two-Year Anniversary

by Shawn Dryden on October 29, 2025

In this special episode of Almost Productive, our team celebrates two years of hosting and producing the podcast. (Time flies when you're having fun!) Tune in to hear our favorite moments, things we've learned and what this milestone means.
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What We've Learned After Two Years of Hosting a Podcast

by Addie Justus on October 19, 2025

Two years ago, we launched the Almost Productive podcast with curiosity, a few microphones and a whole lot of enthusiasm. Our goal was to make marketing more accessible by sharing our expertise while also gaining hands-on experience to guide clients starting their own podcasting...
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