About
Jake Who?
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The man, the myth, the legend!
Jake Van is a dynamic individual who wears multiple hats, embracing a diverse range of roles in his professional and personal life. By day, he serves as a Postal Carrier for USPS, demonstrating his dedication to delivering service with precision and efficiency.
In addition to his postal career, Jake is a driven entrepreneur and the founder of Exovan LLC, a venture that showcases his keen business acumen and desire to make a meaningful impact in the digital landscape.
With his popular YouTube channel, MarketingReviewed, Jake has established himself as a trusted host and reviewer. His passion for marketing and technology shines through as he shares his expertise and insights on various software applications.
As a tech and AI enthusiast, Jake remains at the forefront of emerging trends and developments in the industry, providing his audience with valuable recommendations and guidance.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Jake is a devoted family man. As a father to three girls and a loving husband to Ashley Van, he understands the importance of balance and nurturing strong relationships.
Jake’s experiences as a former e-commerce store owner and current owner of Crashtown Apparel have equipped him with valuable insights into the world of online business and entrepreneurship.
Notably, Jake is also a professional SEO practitioner, leveraging his expertise to optimize online presence and drive organic traffic. His dedication to mastering the intricacies of SEO has allowed him to navigate the ever-changing digital landscape with confidence.
In addition to his entrepreneurial ventures, Jake is an avid investor, always seeking opportunities to grow his portfolio. His broad range of experiences, from postal work to entrepreneurship, lends a unique perspective to his endeavors and a relentless drive for success.
Jake Van’s unwavering determination, passion for technology, and commitment to providing honest and insightful reviews make him an invaluable resource in the fields of marketing and software.
Whether you’re a small business owner, a marketer, or an aspiring entrepreneur, Jake is the go-to source for informed recommendations and guidance to help you thrive in the digital realm.
Our Mission
At Marketing Reviewed, our mission is clear: to empower entrepreneurs like you with the knowledge and insights you need to make informed decisions about software tools and solutions.
I’ve been through the ups and downs of the entrepreneurial journey myself, and I understand the challenges of navigating the vast landscape of software options out there.
You see, I started Marketing Reviewed with the hope of delving into the marketing niche and sharing what I’ve learned along the way.
From documenting the courses I took to reviewing the products I used, I wanted to create something I always wished for: good, honest, and thorough reviews so I never had to wonder what I would get after I gave them my credit card.
That’s why I’m here now, dedicated to providing you with transparent and comprehensive software reviews so you can have all of the information you need to decide if its right for YOUR business.
I meticulously test and evaluate each of the various software applications. I’ll dive deep into each product, highlighting its strengths, weaknesses, and unique features.
Whether you’re a small business owner, a marketer, or an aspiring entrepreneur, I want MarketingReviewed to be your trusted source of information.
I know that your time and money are precious resources, which is why I strive to save you both. By choosing the right software that aligns with your goals and enhances your productivity, you can focus on what truly matters—building your business and achieving your dreams.
Throughout the reviews, we provide valuable insights, practical recommendations, and real-world examples to guide you in your software purchasing decisions.
I’ve been there myself, so I understand the importance of making informed choices. Together, let’s uncover the best software solutions that helps you to take your business to new heights.
Join us on this journey of exploration and discovery. Together, we’ll navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape and find the tools and knowledge you need to thrive. Transparency and integrity are at the core of our approach, and we’re committed to delivering honest and unbiased reviews.
So, if there’s a software product you’d like us to review or if you have any questions about the ones we’ve covered, please reach out to us. We’re here to help you make informed choices and achieve your entrepreneurial dreams. Let’s embark on this exciting adventure together!
My Story
Hi, I’m Jake, I started Marketing Reviewed years ago with the hopes of getting into the marketing niche and teaching what I learned.
So I started documenting the courses I was taking and my opinions before, during, and after.
I was going to create the thing I always wanted, good, honest, and thorough reviews for the courses and products I was going to use.
My first ever series was the One Funnel Away challenge by Clickfunnels, It was a very hectic month and a half but I made it through and documented it daily on what was then Pleblife Youtube channel
After that challenge was over I decided to keep putting out videos and I ended up choosing the marketing niche since I was focusing on marketing courses.
Marketing Reviewed just kind of made sense at the time, considering I was reviewing marketing courses and software like Clickfunnels.
So I rebranded to MarketingReview and picked up this domain.
I made a few videos and even attempted a mini weekly show called “Marketing Mondays” which was my first of many failed projects.
Obviously THAT was a disaster, but I was actively searching for something that felt right and I liked the name.
I ended up taking some time away from the channel and never got around to actually setting up the website.
I tried ecommerce and drop shipping, I bought a couple of courses and got to work. Ecommerce definitely seemed promising but I quickly realized I wasn’t good at picking niches.
So like I always do, I figured out where I was “weak” and tried to dive into learning how to pick profitable niches. Another course and 3 failed shopify stores I finally got one that made SOMETHING!
After breaking even on my best weeks of advertising I started looking into social marketing for that illustrious ORGANIC traffic.
Long story WAY shorter I did not like social marketing(Probably because I was terrible at it.
I did however discover SEO and “niche” websites during this hiatus and once again switched my focus to learning SEO.
I found SEO, much as I expect is the same for others, intimidating and daunting, so I read book after book and of course joined some courses.
I also dabbled in POD during this time and made some dollars with that but the main goal stayed the same. Learn SEO and become the controller of my destiny!
After a lot of disappointment and endless hours of content consumption I found Project 24.
I was very happy with Project 24 and I FINALLY had something that was legit and explained SEO in a way I could understand.
I ended up shutting down all of my ecommerce websites while learning but I did start a couple of blogs.
Don’t worry, I found away to once again pick a terrible niche.
The first rule of P24 was to pick something you were interested in.
What did I do? I of course picked a skincare website for my first blog, because I have zero experience and zero interest in that AT ALL!
Yeah, it doesn’t make sense to me either.
So I now had a skincare website which I found absolutely mind numbing to write for. I actually ended up ranking for a few keywords I went after and that gave me more confidence than it deserved.
I had the brilliant idea to start outsourcing the content, since I hated every part of the niche. This was my first time hiring freelancers…
Like every good first timer to hiring freelancers I immediately went to Fiverr and hired the cheapest writers possible to pump out that sweet sweet money producing content.
Boy was I WRONG. None of that content was good and I was absolutely ashamed to even look at it.
BUT, I paid for it and now I had to rewrite all these articles and I hated every second of it.
Lets just say picking a niche you love is EXTREMELY important to me now.
I did end up start a few other blogs in niches I was MUCH more interested in. Technology ended up being my new love and that is actually what brought me back to MarketingReviewed.
During all of this time searching and trying different business opportunities I ended up trying DOZENS of different software and found myself obsessed with what was new.
I ended up buying a few Appsumo LTDs and decided to make a couple videos about them an BAM! I loved every bit of it! (Outside of the video editing)
Why hadn’t I just done this from the beginning?
I decided then to switch focus on MarketingReviewed to Software reviews that are not only comprehensive but helpful and most importantly, HONEST!
That brings the story to now. I still own a couple blogs and I run a small team of writers, I still have a amazon print of demand “business”, and now I am actively keeping an eye on the software market and reviewing anything I can get my hands on.
Unfortunately I still work a fulltime job and I have 3 kids to keep entertained and happy so I now my only problem these days is what do I get to review first!
I am always open to suggestions so head to the contact us page and let me know of anything you found that I haven’t covered.
Or if you have any questions about anything I have covered, just let me know what you need.
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