Money Is Just a Placeholder
A philosophical shift that changed how I think about business, value, and what I'm actually doing when I get paid.
Read article →President of Wagner Meters · CEO of i7 Marketing
Eric Wagner
Building technology that solves real problems, from precision moisture measurement instruments to data-driven digital marketing.
What I Do
Wagner Meters
President
Third-generation leader of a company that pioneered moisture measurement technology. We build precision instruments trusted by manufacturers, builders, and craftspeople worldwide.
i7 Marketing
CEO & Co-founder
A full-service marketing agency born from Wagner Meters' internal team. We help businesses dominate their online marketplace through data-driven strategy.
What I Write About
I'm interested in how technology changes industries, what makes marketing actually work, and the decisions that shape growing businesses.
Technology & Innovation
Emerging tools, IoT, product development, and making tech work in the real world.
Marketing & Growth
SEO, digital strategy, and what actually moves the needle for businesses.
Business & Leadership
Running companies, building teams, and lessons from a multi-generational family business.
Latest Posts
View all →Why I Wrote a Sci-Fi Novel
On predicting the future, exponential change, and why I sometimes fall asleep making up stories in my head.
Read article →Welcome to My New Site
After years on WordPress, I've rebuilt my personal site using Astro. Here's why I made the switch and what I learned.
Read article →Let's Connect
I'm always interested in talking with others who are passionate about technology, marketing, or building great businesses.