How to Get Started with Artificial Intelligence in Content Marketing

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There are many ways to apply artificial intelligence in content marketing. Bernie’s guest on this episode of Social Business Engine is an expert when it comes to the intersection of content marketing and the application of AI to it.

Paul Roetzer is the CEO of PR 20/20, author of “The Marketing Performance Blueprint,” and the creator of the Marketing Artificial Intelligence Institute. When asked why he launched MAII Paul says it was…’to translate the buzz around AI into real-world knowledge and actionable insights for marketers, so that it’s approachable and tactical.”

Paul regularly translates the concepts behind AI-related technologies into terms marketers can understand. He does this to help them know why AI matters and how to use it (or not) in day-to-day marketing. On this episode, Bernie and Paul discuss practical ways to get started with AI, specifically in content marketing.

This episode is sponsored by Frost & Sullivan. Join Vengreso at STAR, February 11-13, 2019 to mix and mingle with forward thinking sales executives and thought leaders. We're extending a $250 savings to all Vengreso subscribers. For full details visit: frost.com/vengreso and use discount code MARIO at registration. Those Who Embrace Content Marketing AI Now Will Be At An Advantage

Recent studies show that only 18% of companies have figured out how to use AI to the point that they are scaling it in their operations. That means that no matter what area of marketing you work in, or what level of knowledge you have about AI, you are NOT behind the curve. There are still amazing opportunities on the horizon for marketers who are willing to learn and embrace artificial intelligence. Those marketing professionals and the companies they work for will have a distinct competitive advantage in days to come.

In this conversation Paul provides a number of helpful use-cases for AI at this stage in the game, demonstrating how it can be used to simplify workflows, offload repetitive tasks to save time and money, and even enhance the strategic parts of what we do as marketers. You won’t want to miss what he shares. It’s very easy to understand and makes perfect sense for marketers of all stripes.

The 2 Main Reasons Marketers Should Be Using Artificial Intelligence

If you are interested in using artificial intelligence to enhance your marketing efforts, where should you begin? Paul says there are two primary models you should consider to determine how to use AI in your content marketing.

The first model is surrounding problems that are time intensive or data intensive for easy wins when it comes to applying AI as a possible solution in your content marketing strategy.

The second model is what Paul refers to as a use-case model. AI is built to do narrowly defined tasks, so look at daily marketing activities such as reporting, editing and analytics, then discern the benefit you'd receive if those things were done automatically.

In both cases, look for ways you can drive efficiency or increase revenue by doing things better. AI is often best used to enable cost reduction or revenue generation.

How The Average Marketer Can Get Started With AI

If you are eager to get artificial intelligence into your content marketing mix, you first need to look at repetitive, manual tasks in your marketing workflow. It doesn’t matter your area of specialty. Make a list of use-cases, identify which ones could be intelligently automated, then start looking for a solution. Check the MAII website for possible solution providers (see the link below).

Next, look at ways you can get more out of your existing data. Most companies have tons of data from CRMs, Google Analytics, and more that sits on servers doing nothing. AI can help you utilize that data to gain greater insights, predict outcomes, determine smarter strategies, and more.

Finally, look at the core technologies that are already a part of your marketing tech stack. How are those providers using AI? Do they have AI features as part of their solution that you are not implementing? Perhaps they have ideas about how you can better use their solution coupled with AI from another source?

Don’t miss this great conversation. Paul concludes by addressing how AI is going to impact marketing careers in both the short-term and long-term. You’ll want to hear what he has to say about that.

Featured on This Episode Paul Roetzer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulroetzer Paul on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/PaulRoetzer PR 20/20: https://www.pr2020.com/ The Marketing Artificial Intelligence Conference: https://www.marketingaiinstitute.com/events/marketing-artificial-intelligence-conference-2019 The Marketing AI Institute: https://www.marketingaiinstitute.com/ Paul’s book: The Marketing Performance Blueprint: http://a.co/d/3YsKwak Outline of This Episode [2:39] The current status of how AI is impacting the marketing world [6:37] AI is biased by the data and how it is trained. That means we have to be careful [8:30] Models marketers can use to harness the power of AI [12:34] Guidance for getting started with AI in your marketing workflow [16:14] The vision behind the Marketing AI Institute [20:47] Trends regarding the kinds of marketers who are embracing AI [22:03] What impact will AI have on marketing as a career? Resources & People Mentioned This episode is sponsored by Frost & Sullivan. Join Vengreso at STAR, February 11-13, 2019 to mix and mingle with forward thinking sales executives and thought leaders. We're extending a $250 savings to all Vengreso subscribers. For full details visit: frost.com/vengreso and use discount code MARIO at registration. Conversica: https://www.conversica.com/ SBE episode with Victor Belfor: https://vengreso.com/blog/victor-belfor-modern-marketer The Selling With Social Podcast with Vengreso CEO, Mario Martinez, Jr IBMs Watson goes on Jeopardy: https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ibm-watson-the-inside-story-of-how-the-jeopardy-winning-supercomputer-was-born-and-what-it-wants-to-do-next/ BOOK: Automate This: http://a.co/d/7pULneT Ai.google: https://ai.google/ Connect With Bernie and Social Business Engine https://www.facebook.com/socialbusinessengine/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernieborges/ https://twitter.com/bernieborges https://instagram.com/bernieborges https://twitter.com/sbengine

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