A Practical Guide for Navigating Today’s AI Tools

Smiling robot presenting glowing logos for AI tools: Notebook LM, Perplexity, Grammarly, Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini.

If you check your email and feel instant dread at the five “revolutionary” AI tools that launched overnight, you’re not imagining things. The AI tool deluge is real, and the paradox of choice is the number one reason most business owners give up before they start. Here’s the truth: you don’t need 47 tools. You … Read more

The SEO Reset in Chicago: 5 Trends for the AI Era

Alt text for web: Three 1905 New Media team members in front of “The SEO Reset: Winning in the Age of AI” sign for the Chicago Marketing Disrupted event.

If you’ve been wondering whether AI will replace traditional search marketing, you’re not alone. On Thursday, Nov. 13, business leaders and marketing professionals gathered at The Robey in Chicago for our latest Marketing Disrupted event, The SEO Reset: Winning in the Age of AI. Over drinks and networking, attendees dug into one of the most … Read more

Is Your Video Content Ready for AI Search? 4 Strategies for Success

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You’ve invested heavily in producing high-quality video. The lighting is perfect, the script is sharp and the production value is clear. Yet, the content isn’t generating the engagement or leads you expected. It’s a common frustration for marketing directors who see video’s potential but struggle to measure its direct impact.  What if your video content … Read more

5 Key Insights for Generational Businesses

Our latest Marketing Disrupted event was a fantastic gathering focused on the unique challenges and triumphs of generational businesses.  The energy in the room was palpable as our panelists dove into a rich discussion, sharing firsthand experiences on everything from succession planning to strategic innovation. It was an incredible day filled with valuable takeaways that … Read more