The Original Professional Services Marketing Podcast
With Jason Mlicki and Jeff McKay
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Navigating the “Where to Play” Paradox: How Firms Decide Where to Grow Next
How should professional services firms decide where to expand next? This episode explores the “where to play” paradox and the strategic criteria leaders must evaluate before pursuing adjacencies.
From Thought Leadership to Commercial Insight: How to Scale What You Know with Matt Dixon
What separates thought leadership from revenue-generating insight? Matt Dixon explains how to build and scale commercial insight in professional services.
Seven Strategic Shifts Professional Services Leaders Can’t Ignore in the AI Era
Seven clear-eyed predictions on how AI is reshaping professional services—and what firm leaders need to do now to protect relevance, reputation, and growth.
A Peek Inside Accenture’s Reinvention Research with Francis Hintermann
AI isn’t just another technology wave. Francis Hintermann, Global Managing Director of Accenture Research, joins us to explain why "Reinvention"—not digital transformation—is now the defining strategy for growth and relevance.
The Most Overrated Marketing Metrics, And What You Should Measure Instead
Most firms track the wrong marketing metrics. Jeff and Jason break down what’s overrated, what actually drives growth, and how CEOs should rethink measurement.
Resurgence of Media Relations in the AI Era with Offleash PR
As AI changes how buyers find and trust firms, Robin Bulanti and Kelly Indrieri from Offleash PR explain why media relations is once again a critical driver of visibility, credibility, and growth.
The Winning Elements of Distinct and Valuable Thought Leadership
Jeff and Jason unpack what separates outstanding thought leadership from content—and how to create ideas that shape markets, not just conversations.
Capturing Value in the AI Agent Era: How Firms Can Compete and Win
We break down CB Insights' new report, The Future of Professional Services in an AI-First Workforce. Learn how firms can create value, protect brands, and compete in the fast-moving AI Agent Era transforming consulting, delivery, and differentiation.
2026 Marketing Priorities for Professional Services
In this episode, Jeff and Jason outline the top marketing priorities for 2026—expanding your firm’s Performance Envelope, rethinking brand, and competing in the AI era.
Winning the AI-Search Game
Traditional Google search is fading fast. In this episode, we explore how generative AI is reshaping visibility and what professional services leaders must do to win the new search game.
The Rise of the AI Native Services Firm with Michelle Swan and Chris Barbin of Tercera
AI is reshaping consulting. Is it the end of services as we know them—or the reinvention of the business model? Explore the future of consulting with AI-native firms and shifting client demands.
AI: Existential Threat or Opportunity for Consulting Firms?
Sparked by a Wall Street Journal piece on McKinsey, we ask: Is AI an existential crisis for consulting firms or their greatest chance to reinvent strategy, talent, and client value?
Divergent Thinking on Marketing Professional Services Firms
Jason Mlicki and Jeff McKay explore growth, marketing, and professional services in this engaging weekly podcast. They tackle the challenges faced by practice leaders and marketers, sharing unfiltered opinions on what not to do, the pitfalls of marketing, and the realities of the industry. With executive guests and industry experts regularly joining, listeners gain valuable insights and experiences, all presented with humor and a pragmatic perspective from two seasoned professionals.
