Back on T-R-A-C-K

Most growth-stage companies don’t have a marketing team problem. They have a pipeline clarity problem. They confuse motion with progress—pouring thousands into outdated lead-gen metrics while real buyers quietly educate themselves in private Slack communities, dark social circles, and AI-driven search.In this episode of Back on T-R-A-C-K, I’m joined by Scott Wasserman, Fractional CMO and founder of Wasserman Revenue Advisors, to unpack how to realign your GTM strategy with how modern buyers actually research, evaluate, and make decisions today. We dive into:Moving away from failing MQL models toward precision, signal-based demand generation.Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)—how to ensure your brand shows up when buyers ask ChatGPT or Perplexity for solutions.The operational reality of scaling from activity tracking to true revenue accountability. Stop filling up dashboards with vanity metrics. It’s time to build a pipeline that actually converts.

Most marketing teaches businesses how to get attention. Very few teach them how to earn trust.If you are posting daily, sending emails, and buying every shiny new MarTech tool, but still feel like you’re shouting into a void—you are trapped on the demand gen hamster wheel.In this episode of Back on T-R-A-C-K, I sit down with Moni Oloyede, Founder of MO MarTech and former Director of Marketing Infrastructure. Moni is an elite marketing educator who helps businesses scale sustainably through the ultimate, timeless channel: Word of Mouth.We pull back the curtain on:• Why buying more tech won't fix a broken, confusing message.• The anatomy of word-of-mouth: How to make your brand inherently talkable.• Mapping your copy to the real emotional desires of your audience.• How to "lead from behind" and influence strategy when you aren't the boss.Stop chasing viral tricks. It’s time to build a brand that people actually want to share.

On this episode of Back on T-R-A-C-K, we’re diving into social media algorithms. The blessing and the curse of modern marketing. When it works, you reach exactly the right audience.When it doesn’t, you’re left wondering what “doing it right” even means. Because it’s not just about posting. It’s about aligning the channel, audience, timing, and—most importantly—the message. Zachary Walker and Kerry talk about breaking down how to navigate the algorithms and how AI can help you show up in front of the people who matter most.

Everyone says their product is “AI-powered.”But… is it really?On this episode of Back on T-R-A-C-K, Michele Nieberding, Director of Product Marketing, AI at Treasure Data, breaks down what’s real versus what’s hype.This is a fun way to get into a serious conversation about:• AI trust and transparency• Product marketing in the age of hype• How buyers actually evaluate “AI” claimsThis episode is powered by MKG. We handle the details so you can capture the market.

Scaling marketing isn’t about doing more.It’s about doing the right things at the right time.In this episode of Back on T-R-A-C-K, Kathie Johnson — Founder & CMO of Accel Growth Partners — shares how she helps B2B SaaS and AI companies build GTM engines that scale with clarity and discipline.Kathie brings deep experience from Salesforce, Talkdesk, Sitecore, and Dassault Systèmes, and now applies that judgment as a fractional and interim CMO.This episode covers:• GTM strategy before execution• Verticalization and upmarket growth• Fractional leadership that delivers impact fast• AI as a strategic lever, not a shiny objectA must-listen for founders and GTM leaders scaling into their next chapter.This episode is powered by MKG. We handle the details so you can capture the market.

Is your marketing actually driving revenue, or just making noise?We’re getting "Back on T-R-A-C-K" with Quincy Johnson, a Marketing Ops expert who helps startups and small businesses turn chaotic data into compound growth.In this sprint session, we’re ditching the fluff. We are diving straight into what actually worked in 2025 and what you need to build to survive 2026. Quincy will break down the critical journey from that first Cold Email to the Nurture sequence, all the way to a loyal Newsletter following.We’ll cover:The 2025/2026 Shift: What to keep and what to kill.The Ops Engine: Why startups need Ops before they think they do.The Email Ecosystem: How to fix your leaky funnel.The "Fix-It" List: Top mistakes Ops leaders spot on Day 1.30 Minutes. Zero fluff. Let’s get your marketing back on track.This episode is powered by MKG. We handle the details so you can capture the market.

Modern marketing teams don’t need more headcount. They need better systems.In this Back on T-R-A-C-K episode, Executive Marketing Leader Scott Wasserman shares how he builds lean, high-impact growth engines for SaaS companies — from $5K ARR deals to $3M enterprise contracts.Scott breaks down:How he increased LinkedIn reach by 400% with employee advocacyWhy targeted mini-webinars yielded a 48% show rateHow dark social and intent signals boosted demand gen KPIs by 35%What smart AI integration looks like inside marketing workflowsIf your team is trying to scale sustainably, this episode is worth forwarding to your leadership team.This episode is powered by MKG. We manage the details, so you may capture the market.