
You think your product is amazing and feel like more people should be buying. But the road is long and slow. It feels like you're stuck. There's always one thing I ask: have you talked to your customers? This is a show that explores the role that customers play in helping companies build to their next level of growth. Hosted by Anna Furmanov. Anna turns customer insights into compelling positionin... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 272 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessMarketing | |||

In the last episode (270), Caitlin Sullivan (AI + Customer Research expert) asked me "what would have to change for you to feel that AI is trustworthy?" It's a really good question and I answer it in this short episode.
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I know, I know. Season 5 wrapped up. But I couldn't help myself.
Caitlin Sullivan is an expert in AI for Customer Research. She trains growth-ready product & design teams to know their customers faster. Clients include YouTube, Spotify, Ramp, Meta, ... more
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To wrap the year, my client Navattic invited nine of their marketing advisors (including me!) for an open panel on what’s working and what’s worn out from 2025, and where we're placing big bets for 2026. ~300 ppl registered.
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Anna is ahead of the curve, and she’s actively helping startups and growing companies take a buyer-centric approach to marketing and growth. The landscape has shifted over the last several years, and along with her guests she is helping to shape how we are evolving as marketers to get a seat at the table and make a lasting impact.
No fluff interviews with some of the best marketers around.
I’m a huge fan of Anna’s perspective and how she relates to her guest. A must listen!
I’ve listened to Anna now for quite a few weeks. I’ve been looking for a podcast that fits the needs of being in marketing early on in a startup and have connected with the episodes Anna is creating. I am finding the quality of guestss to be high, conversational nature fun and the themes relevant. Thank you and looking forward to the next episode.
I’ve listened to Anna now for quite a few weeks. I’ve been looking for a podcast that fits the needs of being in marketing early on in a startup and have connected with the episodes Anna is creating. I am finding the quality of gears to be high, conversational nature fun and the themes relevant. Thank you and looking forward to the next episode.
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Content focuses on the pivotal role that customers play in driving growth for startups and businesses. Episodes explore tactics and strategies centered around customer engagement, insights, and advocacy, emphasizing how real-life customer interactions can lead to innovative marketing approaches and robust business models. The host frequently invites industry experts to share profound insights, thus blending expert opinion with actionable advice for listeners. Notable themes include customer marketing, retention strategies, and the importance of understanding customer experiences, making it an invaluable resource for marketers and startup founders alike.
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