• Almost Productive Podcast Coffee Break: Our Current Thoughts on AI (Episode 24)

    by Julie Fiedler on October 21, 2026

    Do you think AI is man's new best friend or Satan's pawn? As the technology — and our relationship to it — evolves, the NBCG team shares our thoughts about AI and advice we give clients. (Note: Those em dashes were 100% human-generated.)

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  • Almost Productive Podcast: Generational Marketing (Episode 21)

    by Julie Fiedler on July 21, 2026

    Feel like you speak a different language from people older or younger than you? Not sure how to get through to someone of another era? Addie, Shawn and Julie talk about how to reach and engage with people of all age groups. Listen up to find out who prefers authenticity in...

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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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  • 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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  • Almost Productive Podcast Coffee Break: Summer Marketing (Episode 16)

    by Julie Fiedler on June 17, 2025

    Get ready for some hot (marketing) fun in the summertime as the Almost Product crew breaks down the perks and pitfalls of marketing when the weather warms up. Even if your brand isn’t among the top summer verticals, your marketing shouldn’t take a vacation.

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  • Almost Productive Podcast: Brainstorming (Episode 14)

    by Julie Fiedler on April 9, 2025

    Brainstorming sounds simple, but there's an art to a successful session. In this episode, our hosts discuss how to get the best ideas out of a team and ensure a collaborative, fruitful and (dare we hope?) fun meeting. Plus, we kick things off by admitting to our (maybe not-so-)...

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  • Almost Productive Podcast Coffee Break: Working Remotely (Episode 14)

    by Julie Fiedler on March 19, 2025

    Would you want to know if your colleagues were going to happy hour without you? Working remotely has its share of pluses and minuses. (Grabbing a drink virtually falls squarely in the second category.) From increased productivity to decreased access to co-workers’ snacks, the...

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  • How to Start a Podcast for Your Business

    by Julie Fiedler on January 14, 2025

    Podcasting is more than just another entertainment outlet: It’s also a great way to reach an engaged, interested audience. If your company is thinking about starting a podcast, you might be wondering if it’s too late in the game to get started or if it’s worth the investment for...

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