Buzzwords to Buy-in: Jeff Schaffzin on Authentic AI-Driven GTM

Tea Time With Tech Marketing Leaders

Forget random acts of marketing. Jeff Schaffzin reveals how intentional storytelling and cross-functional empathy drive double-digit growth in cybersecurity, SaaS, and AI.

Messaging feeling flat? Tired of tech buzzwords? Jeff Schaffzin is here to help you cut through the hype and craft Go-To-Market strategies that stick.

Jeff, a seasoned product marketing leader with deep roots in AI, cybersecurity, and SaaS, reveals how to position groundbreaking tech without falling into the "AI-washing" trap. Learn why empathy and authentic storytelling are your secret weapons for resonating with both technical buyers and executives.

Forget random acts of marketing. If you're ready for clear positioning that drives pipeline, this episode is your guide to meaningful differentiation.

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• (00:00) - – Welcome & Meet Jeff Schaffzin
• (02:12) - – Building GTM for Cutting-Edge Tech
• (06:03) - – Avoiding AI-Washing: Real Differentiation
• (09:15) - – Underrated Revenue Levers in Product Marketing
• (13:27) - – Tailoring Messaging: Technical vs Executive Buyers
• (17:50) - – Coaching Founders to Authentic Positioning
• (21:30) - – Lessons Learned from GTM Missteps
• (24:40) - – AI Beyond Content: Strategy & Analytics
• (27:50) - – Wrap-up & Where to Connect with Jeff
• (29:15) - – Closing Remarks & What's Next