Your Marketing SUCKS with Kyle Milan

Hosted by Kyle Milan

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Aug 2026

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The no-BS podcast for B2B marketing pros who are tired of outdated advice and underperforming strategies. Hosted by Kyle Milan, this show cuts through the noise to reveal exactly what’s working right now to grow pipeline, revenue, and brand authority. Brought to you by Milan Media (M2) —a marketing agency that helps companies dominate their space with marketing that actually works.

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August 18, 202626 min

How to Build a B2B Dashboard That Actually Makes Money

Is your B2B revenue dashboard actually driving results? Learn how to stop tracking vanity metrics and start making decisions. Many companies spend significant time building reports, yet fail to utilize the information to improve performance. The core issue is that teams prioritize KPI tracking over the actual management of their pipeline. If you are reporting on numbers but not changing your strategy based on those numbers, you are missing the point of your data setup. True value comes when your reporting directly informs strategic choices. You need to shift your focus toward active revenue management, ensuring that every chart and metric on your screen serves a purpose in your decision-making process. This approach helps you move away from static updates and toward a system that guides your daily operations. This breakdown is for sales operations teams and leaders who need to turn their raw metrics into actionable data-driven decisions. By refining how you approach your B2B revenue dashboard, you can build a tool that effectively supports your growth goals rather than just occupying space on your screen. Send us Fan Mail __________ Subscribe For More Video Content : https://www.youtube.com/kylemilan __________ Say Hi on Social: LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemilan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylejmilan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyleJMilan/ __________ Connect For Business: Milan Media: https://milanmedia.com Milan Media on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/milanmedia/ Industrial Sales University: https://training.industrialsalesu.com/enroll

August 11, 202622 min

Why Your Growth Is Stuck (And How to Actually Fix It)

Feeling stuck in your business? Learn a repeatable workflow to identify root cause problems and implement effective changes today. Whether you are a business owner, manager, or working in sales and marketing, hitting a plateau is common. This episode outlines a practical method to navigate those moments of stagnation. By following this strategy adjustment process, you can move past current obstacles and regain your professional momentum, regardless of the time of year. If you find yourself stuck in your current situation, this guide provides the clarity needed to pivot. We focus on diagnosing operational issues systematically so you can execute necessary changes with confidence. Implementing this workflow helps you reclaim control over your strategy and get back on track. Send us Fan Mail __________ Subscribe For More Video Content : https://www.youtube.com/kylemilan __________ Say Hi on Social: LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemilan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylejmilan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyleJMilan/ __________ Connect For Business: Milan Media: https://milanmedia.com Milan Media on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/milanmedia/ Industrial Sales University: https://training.industrialsalesu.com/enroll

August 4, 202619 min

Align Sales and Marketing Around Revenue

Learn why sales and marketing alignment is the engine for revenue growth. See how every role in your company directly drives profit. Most organizations struggle because departments operate in silos. This episode explains how breaking down those barriers creates a unified focus on revenue. Whether you work in operations, shipping, or leadership, you are a critical part of the process that generates the money needed for salaries, growth, and new features. By prioritizing sales and marketing alignment, businesses can stop wasting effort on disconnected tasks. We discuss why a shared goal is essential for long-term sustainability and how your specific contribution as a team member impacts the bottom line. Understanding this connection is the first step toward better business revenue strategy and stronger operational results. Send us Fan Mail __________ Subscribe For More Video Content : https://www.youtube.com/kylemilan __________ Say Hi on Social: LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemilan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylejmilan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyleJMilan/ __________ Connect For Business: Milan Media: https://milanmedia.com Milan Media on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/milanmedia/ Industrial Sales University: https://training.industrialsalesu.com/enroll

July 28, 202622 min

How to Get More ROI From Trade Shows

Sign up FOR FREE to my Trade Show Bootcamp Series: https://www.skool.com/industrialgrowthhub/about Getting a strong ROI from trade shows doesn’t happen by simply showing up with a booth. You need a clear strategy before, during, and after the event. In this episode, I break down how to improve your trade show ROI by setting clear objectives before the show, engaging attendees effectively at your booth, and focusing on capturing high-quality leads instead of just collecting as many contacts as possible. I also cover one of the most important parts of trade show success: follow-up. Having a structured follow-up process ready to go immediately after the show helps turn conversations and leads into real sales opportunities. Send us Fan Mail __________ Subscribe For More Video Content : https://www.youtube.com/kylemilan __________ Say Hi on Social: LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemilan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylejmilan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyleJMilan/ __________ Connect For Business: Milan Media: https://milanmedia.com Milan Media on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/milanmedia/ Industrial Sales University: https://training.industrialsalesu.com/enroll

July 14, 202624 min

The Industrial Marketing Plays That Still Work

Marketing and sales are changing fast, and a lot of the tactics that worked a few years ago need a different approach today. In this episode, I break down what's actually working across LinkedIn, search, paid media, outbound email, and trade shows—and where I see industrial companies making the biggest mistakes. I explain why building your personal LinkedIn network is still one of the most effective ways to connect with decision-makers, even if company pages make it difficult to measure direct lead generation. I also cover the shift from traditional SEO to Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and what manufacturers need to do to ensure their content gets surfaced by AI platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. We also discuss why paid advertising requires constant optimization, how AI-generated search experiences are changing demand generation, and why email marketing still works—provided you focus on deliverability and make it part of a coordinated outreach strategy that includes phone calls and LinkedIn. Finally, I share how trade shows have evolved. Today, the companies that generate the best ROI aren't waiting for attendees to stop by their booth—they're booking meetings weeks or months in advance and treating trade shows as part of a larger outbound sales campaign. If you're responsible for growing sales in manufacturing or industrial markets, these are the strategies you need to be thinking about today. Send us Fan Mail __________ Subscribe For More Video Content : https://www.youtube.com/kylemilan __________ Say Hi on Social: LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemilan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylejmilan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyleJMilan/ __________ Connect For Business: Milan Media: https://milanmedia.com Milan Media on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/milanmedia/ Industrial Sales University: https://training.industrialsalesu.com/enroll

June 29, 202624 min

Your Industrial Sales Suck, Now What?

Send us Fan Mail __________ Subscribe For More Video Content : https://www.youtube.com/kylemilan __________ Say Hi on Social: LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemilan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylejmilan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyleJMilan/ __________ Connect For Business: Milan Media: https://milanmedia.com Milan Media on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/milanmedia/ Industrial Sales University: https://training.industrialsalesu.com/enroll

May 12, 202628 min