UnMarketing by Scott Stratten Summary
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"UnMarketing" demolishes traditional marketing with authenticity and relationship-building. Scott Stratten's viral sensation helped transform how giants like PepsiCo and Microsoft engage customers. Remember Zappos turning a grieving customer into a lifelong advocate? That's the power of connection over interruption.
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Beyond Marketing: Building Relationships That Transform Business
Imagine checking into a luxury Las Vegas hotel worth $2.7 billion, yet your entire experience is defined by a single carpet cleaner named Wes who genuinely welcomes you. This transformative moment sparked Scott Stratten's revolutionary approach: UnMarketing. At its core lies a refreshingly simple yet profound premise: if business is built on relationships, make building them your business. This isn't just another marketing strategy - it's a fundamental shift in how we connect with customers. In a world obsessed with digital tactics and automation, UnMarketing reminds us that genuine human connection remains our most powerful business tool. When we prioritize relationships over transactions, we create advocates, not just customers - people who champion our business because they've experienced our value firsthand.
The Trust Pyramid and Relationship Building
Engagement Marketing: Creating Memorable Experiences
Social Media: The Conversation Revolution
The Power Shift: Customer-Controlled Conversations
Authenticity and Transparency: The Currency of Trust
The UnMarketing Revolution: Your Path Forward
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From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
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"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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