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Want to learn how to actually use AI to grow your business? Join us for a free webinar on August 22 at 11AM PST where we’ll share real-world, actionable tips on how to streamline your operations, sharpen your strategy, and get ahead of the competition with smarter AI tools and tactics. We believe the future of search is not just about keywords or backlinks. It is about making sure your brand is known, trusted, and visible when someone asks an AI tool a question that matters to your business. Optimizing for AI search is not the same as traditional SEO. There is no exact checklist to follow, and the rules continue to shift. That is why we are focused on helping brands close the gap between what AI knows about them and what they want to be known for. Our work in this space is hands-on and ongoing. We are developing a framework that prioritizes relevance, trust, and long-term visibility over short-term tricks. We are analyzing how real people use prompts, where AI systems pull their information from, and how content needs to evolve to stay competitive. AI search optimization is just one piece of the puzzle, though. We will be unpacking all of this and more during the webinar. Hope to see you there.

Timothy Parkhurst knew he wanted to be a Marine from a young age—and he followed through, serving 25 years as a Scout Sniper across four conflicts. After retiring, he founded the Marine Scout Sniper Heritage Foundation to preserve the legacy of the sniper community and build a memorial to its fallen in Quantico. In this episode, Tim talks with host Dan Kahn about: - Life after the military—and why that transition is so tough - What it means to be mission-driven, even after service - The power (and limits) of small teams - Why staying calm under pressure isn’t just for snipers It’s a great conversation about service, purpose, and building something meaningful. Now streaming on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and all the usual spots.

Most people think email is outdated. But the smartest creators and business leaders know better. They are using it to build real relationships, one inbox at a time. One of my favorite examples is Matthew McConaughey’s weekly newsletter Lyrics of Livin’. It goes out every Friday afternoon and is full of thoughtful stories and reflections. My favorite one so far was about the difference between campfires and bonfires. Campfires are the small distractions that feel important but pull you away from your real goals. Bonfires are the few things that truly matter. His advice was simple: put out the campfires and focus on fueling the bonfires. What I love most is that it does not read like a celebrity newsletter. There is no PR spin or corporate polish. It is smart, soulful, and clearly written by someone who cares about sharing something real. That is the power of email when it is done right. There is no algorithm deciding who sees it. There is no pressure to go viral. It is just a direct line between the sender and the reader. Email is still one of the most effective tools for connection and storytelling. It is personal. It is powerful. And it works. There is a difference between a newsletter and email marketing. But more on that later. If you have something valuable to share, consider starting a newsletter. The right people will want to hear from you.

We just wrapped the pilot session of Zeroed In, a new immersive training experience for our B2B partners focused on hunting and shooting sports. Hosted at the K&M Precision Rifle Training Complex, participants engaged in classroom sessions, live-fire demos, and hands-on product training with rifles, optics, and ammunition from across the Beretta Holding group: Beretta USA, SAKO Ltd, Tikka, Burris Company, Inc, Steiner Optics, USA, with support from our friends at SilencerCo. Designed for those in sales and retail, the program offers direct access to product experts, giving attendees a deeper understanding of the technology, performance, and story behind each product to help them sell with confidence. Interested in a future session? Reach out to your local Beretta, Burris, Steiner, Sako, or Tikka rep to learn more!

We really value Jason Swenk’s perspective at Kahn Media. A few of our team members are part of his mastermind group, and his advice has helped us think differently about how to grow the agency with purpose. On this episode of OTSS Podcast, Jason shares why mistakes are essential to growth, what separates good leaders from great ones, and how to scale without losing your edge. Grateful for his time and insights. Full episode available now wherever you get your podcasts!