How Marketers Beat AI Using Psychology, Positioning … and Humanity

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Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by SK Uddin. In this episode, we explore product marketing and go to market strategy, with a focus on turning early stage products into category leaders.

Our guest is Laurier Mandin, Founder and Principal Consultant at Graphos Product, creator of the CLIMB scoring system and author of I Need That. Laurier shares practical insights on buyer psychology, specialization, and building products that stand out in an AI driven market.

Key Highlights:

  • Status Quo Bias: Why products must be dramatically better to overcome buyer resistance and trigger behavior change.
     
  • Human Advantage in an AI Era: How entrepreneurs can leverage human insight and creativity to stay profitable and relevant.
     
  • Power of Specialization: Why focusing on a specific niche creates uniqueness and avoids costly go to market mistakes.
     
  • Remote First Operations: Lessons from shifting to a fully remote model and what it reveals about efficiency and culture.
     
  • Future of Graphos Product: Laurier’s vision for helping builders and risk takers bring better products to market.
     

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

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SK Uddin
As the founder of CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, SK Uddin brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for the Canadian SME landscape. His experience in providing valuable insights into business tools, trends, and success stories makes him a compelling host who understands the needs and challenges of entrepreneurs. He also brings his expertise from organizing the annual Small Business Summit and Small Business Expo, further enriching the podcast’s content with real-world perspectives on collaboration and growth.