In this episode of Future Proof, Nathan Thompson sits down with Kyle Coleman, CMO of Copy.ai, to discuss go-to-market AI strategies for marketing leaders.

Key Takeaways:

1. A go-to-market AI strategy connects people, processes, and technology across the entire go-to-market engine, infusing AI in a systematic way.

2. Marketing leaders should avoid siloed point solutions and instead seek unified AI platforms that can handle multiple use cases.

3. CMOs need to take a leadership role in driving AI adoption across the organization, balancing skepticism with incremental implementation.

4. AI can power various marketing processes, including content creation, account-based marketing, and campaign management.

5. The goal of a go-to-market AI strategy is to close the gap between insights and execution, enabling faster and more efficient marketing operations.

Kyle emphasizes the importance of marketing leaders thinking beyond their immediate team to work cross-functionally and drive strategies that impact the entire go-to-market engine. He advises a step-by-step approach to AI implementation, starting with one use case and expanding from there.

The conversation highlights how AI can free up time for marketers to focus on strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration, ultimately creating a virtuous cycle of output and results across the organization.

Looking ahead, the hosts tease future episodes exploring go-to-market AI strategies for other functions like sales leadership.

In this episode of Future Proofed, Kyle Coleman, CMO at Copy.ai, sits down with Andrew Ettinger, Founder and CEO of Game Plan Partners, to discuss the evolving role of sales professionals in today's competitive landscape. Andrew shares insights from his extensive experience in enterprise software sales, highlighting the need for sellers to adopt a "mini-marketer" mindset. This conversation explores how the lines between sales and marketing are blurring, requiring sellers to create content, build communities, and drive conversions just like marketers.

Kyle and Andrew break down the "3 Cs" framework—Content, Community, and Conversion—demonstrating how modern sales reps can engage prospects more meaningfully by leveraging AI, data, and strategic thinking. The episode dives into how salespeople can generate demand by deeply understanding their buyer personas, applying data-driven approaches, and positioning themselves as thought leaders in their industries. They also discuss how leaders can support their teams in embracing this new approach, emphasizing the long-term benefits of combining sales and marketing techniques for maximum impact.

If you're a sales leader or professional looking to stay ahead, this episode is packed with actionable insights on how to blend sales and marketing strategies to elevate your success.

Here's a timestamped recap of the major sections discussed in this podcast:

00:00 - 02:11: Introduction and background on Andrew Ettinger's experience

02:11 - 05:46: Discussion of what worked for sellers in the past (10-20 years ago) vs. today

05:46 - 10:13: Breakdown of why individual sellers are struggling in the current environment

10:13 - 15:23: Introduction of the concept of "sellers as mini marketers" and generating demand

15:23 - 21:50: Explanation of the "3 Cs" framework: Content, Community, Conversion

21:50 - 26:27: Importance of understanding buyer personas at a deeper level

26:27 - 28:13: Role of leaders in enabling sellers to adopt this new mindset

28:13 - 31:46: Advice for leaders on implementing this approach, including leading by example

31:46 - 33:16: Additional benefits of this approach, including improved recruitment

33:16 - 34:07: Wrap-up and where to find Andrew Ettinger online

In this webinar, Kyle Coleman (CMO at Copy.ai) and sales expert Jenn Junkin reveal how cutting-edge AI is revolutionizing pipeline generation and empowering sales teams to sell more, faster.

You'll discover:

⚡️ How AI can automate up to 70% of the tedious research and outreach work for "PG Tuesdays" - freeing reps to focus on high-value selling activities

🔗 Powerful ways to seamlessly align your sales and marketing motions through AI-driven account intelligence and automated multi-channel plays

✨ The key to consistent, personalized multi-touch outreach at scale without sacrificing authenticity

Whether you're a sales leader, marketing pro, or rev ops specialist, this session will open your eyes to AI's immense potential for accelerating pipeline and driving explosive revenue growth. Join Kyle and Jenn as they draw from their extensive enterprise experience at companies like Salesforce, ServiceNow, and Clari. They'll share real-world examples and tactical advice for leveraging AI to gain an unfair competitive advantage. If you're ready to leave manual prospecting behind and embrace the future of intelligent selling, don't miss this must-see webinar!