Every day we handpick the top 20 marketing tips, insights, case studies, methods, workflows, and free trials we've spotted on Twitter (X) and YouTube. It's completely free and lands in your inbox 6 days a week. No fluff, just the good stuff that's actually working right now. Creator of NicheBlasta, LeadBlasta, Viral Content Pilot, and many more innovative marketing automation tools. I build and release new tools every week built with no code platforms and run a WhatsApp group and the 'Unshackled' product creation bootcamp.
The "Zero Click" future is here (and backlinks are dying)
Brand citations are replacing backlinks in 2026. Here's how to pivot before it's too late...If having trouble with any links, you can read the online version here Hey Guys, Everything we know about traffic is changing. For the last decade, the game was simple: create content, rank on search, get the click. But what happens when the search engine becomes the destination? What happens when the AI answers the user's question without them ever visiting your site? We're moving into an era where "Zero Click Marketing" isn't a buzzword—it's the standard. But here's the good news: while everyone else is panicking about AI stealing their traffic, a small group of experts has figured out exactly how to pivot. There's a specific strategy (hint: it involves "Brand Citations" over backlinks) that's about to become the new gold standard for authority. If you want to know how to survive the shift to 2026, you need to see today's curation. ➡️ Your Complete Implementation GuideHere's something I've never done before in these newsletters. I've created a comprehensive Google Doc with everything you need to actually implement these strategies—not just read about them. For every single video in today's edition, you'll get: ✅ 4-Paragraph Summary - The core strategy distilled down to what actually matters This is the difference between information and action. You can read the newsletter for the overview, then dive into the Google Doc when you're ready to actually build something. → Access the Complete Implementation Guide Here TL;DR - The Fast Track:
 If the video doesn't open, click here to watch on YouTube 1. Claude Code Just Took Over Your BrowserThe Hook: Imagine an AI that doesn't just write code, but opens a terminal, checks your Gmail, and drafts replies for you. It's not sci-fi; it's the new Claude Code update. What You'll Discover:
2. Build SaaS in 10 Minutes (No Code Required)The Hook: You've got a million-dollar app idea but zero coding skills. This video proves you can build a fully functional, deployable app using free Google tools in under 10 minutes. What You'll Discover:
3. The "Zero Click" Marketing Strategy for 2026The Hook: 2026 isn't about funnels; it's about "Message Matching." This breakdown reveals the 5 strategies that will dominate when users stop clicking links. What You'll Discover:
4. Create On-Brand Infographics with Nano BananaThe Hook: Stop using generic AI "slop" images. Learn how to force Gemini (Nano Banana) to follow your exact brand colors, fonts, and style for professional infographics. What You'll Discover:
5. The 4 AI Agents You Need to Hire (For Free)The Hook: Stop trying to build "AGI." Start hiring "Little Guys"—specialized agents that do one job perfectly. Here are the 4 agents every non-techie needs. What You'll Discover:
6. The Only Amazon Affiliate Guide You NeedThe Hook: Passive income isn't dead. This is a masterclass on setting up an Amazon Affiliate site that actually converts, from account setup to your first $100. What You'll Discover:
7. How He Made $1.5M With Two Simple AppsThe Hook: Kletchi moved to the US with $100 and built two apps that made $1.5M. His secret? It wasn't the code; it was a specific distribution hack using micro-streamers. What You'll Discover:
8. 7 Content Strategies Explained (Stop Posting Daily)The Hook: Most people are marketing to humans. The winners are marketing to AI and humans. Here's how to fix your content strategy for the algorithmic shift. What You'll Discover:
9. Create Hollywood-Level Ads with Google ToolsThe Hook: AI video used to look janky. Now, you can create a cinematic, narrative-driven ad for a major brand (like Beats) using just your laptop and Google's new tools. What You'll Discover:
10. Google Search Ads: The AI Overviews UpdateThe Hook: Google isn't going to let AI kill their ad revenue. They're now inserting ads inside AI-generated answers. Here's how to make sure your ads show up. What You'll Discover:
11. 5 Practical Moves to Be a Better MarketerThe Hook: Sometimes it's the tiny tweaks that make the biggest difference. Like how adding a phone number to your site can skyrocket trust, even if no one calls it. What You'll Discover:
12. Search Marketing Predictions for 2026The Hook: Backlinks are dying. In 2026, the new currency of SEO is "Brand Citations." If AI knows who you are, you rank. If it doesn't, you disappear. What You'll Discover:
13. Website Building is Insane with Gemini 3The Hook: We aren't just generating code snippets anymore. Watch Gemini 3 build complex, animated, premium front-end websites (Crypto, Travel, Dashboard) in seconds. What You'll Discover:
14. Sell Digital Products Without Social MediaThe Hook: Hate being on camera? You don't need TikTok to get rich. Here are 8 ways to sell digital products while remaining completely anonymous. What You'll Discover:
15. Automate Boring Work with Gemini "Gems"The Hook: Google just released "Gems"—custom AI apps you can build in a chat. Think of it as a custom GPT, but integrated into the Google ecosystem. What You'll Discover:
16. The Only Short-Form Strategy You NeedThe Hook: You don't need to dance. You need to "Break the Seal." This is the "Cut 30" method for dominating short-form video, even if you're a CEO. What You'll Discover:
17. SEO Expert Panel: The Future of SearchThe Hook: Is "AI Mode" going to be the default setting for Google? Top SEO experts discuss the existential threats and opportunities coming in the next 12 months. What You'll Discover:
18. The Future of Newsletters (2026 Predictions)The Hook: Is the newsletter boom over? No, it's just becoming a "Gateway Drug." 8 experts reveal why high-ticket offers and invite-only lists are the new meta. What You'll Discover:
19. Google Updates & Gemini FlashThe Hook: Google is cleaning house. A massive core update is rolling out, and bugs are flying everywhere. Here's the news you missed this week. What You'll Discover:
🚨 URGENT: Is ChatGPT Recommending Your Competitors Instead of You?I started to build out some free tools to use as lead magnets. Here's the first one. Inspired by Matt Diggity post a few days ago. Here's a snippet from Matt's post… "Most businesses accidentally block AI bots without realizing it. Check your robots.txt file right now. Make sure you're not blocking ChatGPTbot or OAI-SearchBot. Many security tools started automatically blocking these in July 2025. Your site could be invisible to AI without you knowing." Free tool i built 🤖 AI Bot Checker - Free Tool What it does: * Scans your robots.txt * Checks 35+ AI crawlers * Shows what's blocked vs. allowed * Tells you EXACTLY how to fix it The results? Eye-opening. Big brands ARE accidentally blocking AI. Meanwhile, competitors who allow it are getting all the AI traffic This is lead gen gold for anyone in: - Local services - B2B SaaS - E-commerce - Professional services Try it + let me know what you find 👇 (P.S. This is the first of several free marketing tools I'm building. Keep an eye on the newsletter, we will add a new one weekly, Want the Unfair Advantage?If you're serious about staying ahead of the curve (instead of constantly playing catch-up), you need more than just intel. You need:
The marketers making serious money aren't just reading about these strategies – they're implementing them with proven systems that actually work. Your Next Steps: From Information to Action
Remember, the marketers who win in 2026 won't be the ones who know the most. They'll be the ones who execute the fastest. Talk soon, - Tony P.S. - If you found value in today's newsletter, forward it to someone who needs to see this. The future of marketing is changing fast, and the best thing we can do is help each other stay ahead of the curve. |
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Every day we handpick the top 20 marketing tips, insights, case studies, methods, workflows, and free trials we've spotted on Twitter (X) and YouTube. It's completely free and lands in your inbox 6 days a week. No fluff, just the good stuff that's actually working right now. Creator of NicheBlasta, LeadBlasta, Viral Content Pilot, and many more innovative marketing automation tools. I build and release new tools every week built with no code platforms and run a WhatsApp group and the 'Unshackled' product creation bootcamp.
The internet marketing game just hit reset. If you're still using 2023 SEO tactics, AI models are penalizing you right now. Here are 15 strategies that actually work in 2026. If having trouble with any links, you can read the online version here Hey Guys, The internet marketing game just hit the reset button, and most people are still playing by the old rules. While everyone's arguing about keyword density and backlink counts, a small group of marketers figured out something incredible: how...
Stop optimizing for Google alone - here's how to dominate the entire discovery pie If having trouble with any links, you can read the online version here Hey Guys, It's happening again. The "easy" buttons are disappearing, but the "smart" buttons are multiplying. From Google's AI Overviews stealing clicks to YouTube shifting its algorithm for TV screens, the landscape has completely shifted for 2026. If you're still doing what worked in 2024, you're already behind. I've curated 18 critical...
AI-powered directories are printing money again—here's how to build, fill, and monetize yours before your competitors catch on If having trouble with any links, you can read the online version here Hey Guys, What if I told you the most profitable business model right now isn't launching a new SaaS, but simply organizing the mess that is the internet? There's a massive resurgence happening with Directory Sites—but not the old-school kind. We're talking about AI-built, automated, hyper-niche...