How do we start with great marketing? That’s a question that plagues businesses and entrepreneurs all over the world at various stages of their life. But the consistent way to get to that answer lies with our customers and by having a deep understanding of who we’re targeting and why.Which is why bringing in our next guest is so timely….If you haven't started thinking about some loose plans for 2022, I’d suggest starting with this episode because Adrienne Barnes, founder of Best Buyer Perosnas, is gonna help us understand the customer a hell of a lot betterShe’s teaching us about the mistakes folks like you and I make when it comes to this important part of our research process---and will absolutely help to shape those 2022 marketing plans. Show Links: Follow Adrienne Barnes on Twitter and LinkedinCheck out Adrienne’s Best Buyer Personas’ websiteListen to these shows next: The Role of a Marketing Architect with Amanda Natividad How to Make Customer Interviews Your Secret Marketing WeaponLet's connect:Connect with Blythe via her website or on Linkedin, YouTube, and TikTokFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know.-----------------------------------------THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why. CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve. Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.