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marketing authenticity

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Iron Man vs. Terminator: Leverage AI to Turn Yourself Into a Superhero

The world's greatest sci-fi writers accidentally gave us the two most useful frameworks in modern marketing strategy. Right now, every business owner…

May 5, 2026 · 9 min Read more ›

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The Authenticity Gap: How to Scale with AI Without Sounding Like Everyone Else

Most SMBs are stuck in a weird place right now. You’re creating more content than ever. You’ve got AI tools, automation, maybe…

March 23, 2026 · 6 min Listen ›

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Why I Trademarked Human-First AI Marketing®

We trademarked Human-First AI Marketing® to protect our approach, stand for something different, and help others market like they actually give a…

June 11, 2025 · 3 min Read more ›

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Mike Montague

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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