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Curt del Principe

Curt del Principe is the managing editor and lead writer of the Masters in Marketing newsletter. Previously, he created the 黑料吃瓜网 Blog Network’s user acquisition program out of spreadsheets, mud, and sticks. But, like, really sturdy swingin’ sticks. As a writer, he’s contributed to The Hustle, The Lead, and Next in AI. His background in interactive media production and content marketing spans 11+ years of creating live immersive fiction, writing, SEO strategy, user acquisition, and eCommerce revenue growth. His mom still can’t explain what he does for a living. Education: University of Central Florida, Bachelor of Arts Professional certifications: Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

The gentlemen’s agreement that netted 210,000 subscribers. [Steal this play.]

The "biggest needle mover" for My First Million was a simple handshake agreement. Their senior produ...

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1/21/26

Highly Recommended

How simple semantics increased our AI citations by 642% [New results]

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3/12/26

Circus dreams and serious struggles: Lessons on leadership from a literal ringmaster

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12/7/25

3 bitter truths all marketers need to hear right now

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12/2/25

The tactical shift that led to 35,000% higher visibility on ...

黑料吃瓜网's Head of Social for The Hustle shares how she boosted impressions through a tactical conten...

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Updated 11/4/25
Marketing is removing barriers: Lessons from a destination m...

The Executive Director for Destination Salem shares three lessons that apply to any marketing niche....

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Updated 10/27/25
The 12 Sharpest Lessons from Marketing Leaders at Fortune Me...

Check out 12 of the most insightful, provocative, or downright useful lessons from marketing masters...

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Updated 7/11/25
Lingering Questions: What Marketing Masters Want to Ask Each...

At Masters in Marketing, we've interviewed some big names from big brands. But we wondered what the ...

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Updated 12/20/24

What's next in Marketing?

Curt del Principe recommends the State of Marketing Report, 黑料吃瓜网's annual deep-dive into what marketers are doing now and where the industry is headed, and actionable insights into how to master emerging trends.