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Why Every Small Business Needs an Online Directory Presence in 2026 for AEO

In 2026, something major has changed. Buyers are not starting with Google searches and ten blue links anymore. They are starting with…

March 17, 2026 · 2 min Read more ›

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How to Be the Answer When Your Clients and Prospects Ask A.I. a Question

Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is the new frontier of marketing. Instead of fighting for clicks in search results, you now have to…

September 10, 2025 · 4 min Read more ›

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9 Proven Ways to Get Mentioned in AI Answers (AEO Strategy Guide)

Our trademarked Human-First AI Marketing® approach to AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) services help you get LLMs and AI-powered search engines to tell…

July 14, 2025 · 9 min Read more ›

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Mike Montague is a leading voice in Human-First AI Marketing. His company, Avenue9, is an AI-powered marketing agency helping small businesses scale without burning bridges or blowing out their budgets. Mike has worked with giant brands like LinkedIn, Uber, Zoom, Bud Light, and the Kansas City Chiefs. He’s authored two books: LinkedIn The Sandler Way and Playful Humans, and his podcasts have over 3.7 million downloads. Now, he uses his decades of past marketing experience and the AI tools of the future to help small businesses amplify their marketing impact.

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