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Bad Decisions With Jim Banks

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by Jim Banks

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Podcast Overview

Want to know the characteristic ALL digital marketers share? They have ALL made bad decisions at some point in their digital marketing career. In every podcast episode you'll hear from digital marketing experts who have made bad decisions and the lessons they learned in the process. Digital marketers, entrepreneurs, business owners or people who just like to listen to cringeworthy stories, prepare to be entertained and educated. Candid discussions, guaranteed with the odd bit of profanity here and there. New episodes drop every Wednesday.

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12/20/2023

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May 15, 2026

The Real Reason Industry Giants Win at Affiliate Marketing

<p>If you're a digital marketing professional, agency leader, affiliate marketer, or entrepreneur looking to scale your business, this episode is packed with actionable insights:</p><ul><li><strong>Affiliate Marketing Essentials in 2026:</strong> Learn what it takes to start and scale a successful affiliate business—how to vet advertisers, select profitable offers, and avoid common payment pitfalls.</li><li><strong>Building a Sustainable Agency:</strong> Stas shares his blueprint for transitioning from solo affiliate marketer to leading a 20-person agency, including hiring, outsourcing, and keeping your team motivated for the long haul.</li><li><strong>Mastering Industry Networking:</strong> Discover why attending affiliate summits, conferences, and in-person events is non-negotiable for career growth, industry insights, exclusive deals, and forming lasting business relationships.</li><li><strong>The Rise of AI in Digital Marketing:</strong> Explore practical applications of AI—from content generation to campaign optimization—and learn the right way to automate agency tasks without risking ad account bans.</li><li><strong>Native Advertising Deep Dive:</strong> Why platforms like Taboola, Outbrain, and MGID are gaining traction, the budgets needed to succeed, and which verticals benefit most from native ads as a premium traffic source.</li><li><strong>Team Engagement &amp; Retention:</strong> Understand the importance of motivation beyond money, career development paths, and how to support rising talent within your organization to reduce churn and foster innovation.</li></ul><br/><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stas-slota/">Stas Slota | LinkedIn</a></li><li><a href="https://leaderprivate.com/">LeaderPrivate | Media Buying Agency</a></li></ul><br/><p>I have one small favour to ask.</p><p>Can you please follow the show wherever you listen to podcasts.</p><p>Your support helps inspire me to get the very best guests to come and share their stories.</p><p>Just search for <strong>Digital Marketing Stories</strong></p>

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April 8, 2026

The Website Mistakes Killing Your ROAS (And How To Fix Them)

<p>In this episode of Digital Marketing Stories Jim Banks sits down with Ivan Janku for an honest chat about running an agency, surviving in the ever-changing marketing world, and the real challenges behind the scenes.</p><p>If you want a peek into what it truly takes to make it in digital marketing, you don’t want to miss this episode.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@nobsads">YouTube - No BS Ads</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ecommerce-megalomania/">LinkedIn</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/nobsads/">Instagram - No BS Ads</a></li><li><a href="https://digitalrocketads.com/">Digital Rocket - Full-Stack Growth Marketing Agency</a></li></ul><br/><p>I have one small favour to ask.</p><p>Would you please follow the show wherever you listen to podcasts.</p><p>Your support helps inspire me to get more guests to come and share their stories.</p><p>Just search for <strong>Digital Marketing Stories</strong></p>

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December 24, 2025

From Inbox to Sales - Proven Automation Tricks You Need Now

<p>Are you ready to elevate your digital marketing in 2025? </p><p>In this episode of Digital Marketing Stories, Perry Sheraw—email marketing expert and automation strategist—joins host Jim Banks to dive deep into the latest trends, game-changing tools, and proven strategies for turning your email list into a revenue powerhouse.</p><p>From leveraging AI for advanced personalization to practical segmentation tactics and platform recommendations (HubSpot, Klaviyo, Shopify), get actionable tips straight from a seasoned pro. </p><p>Whether you're a marketing manager at a growing e-commerce brand, a B2B leader, or a digital marketing enthusiast, this episode delivers the strategies you need to succeed in the evolving digital landscape.</p>

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What is Bad Decisions With Jim Banks?

Want to know the characteristic ALL digital marketers share?

They have ALL made bad decisions at some point in their digital marketing career.

In every podcast episode you'll hear from digital marketing experts who have made bad decisions and the lessons they learned in the process.

Digital marketers, entrepreneurs, business owners or people who just like to listen to cringeworthy stories, prepare to be entertained and educated.

Candid discussions, guaranteed with the odd bit of profanity here and there.

New episodes drop every Wednesday.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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