"Tales from the Towers" is a riveting podcast series that delves into the world of Wireless Internet Service Providers (WISPs). Hosted by Arno and Nico Joubert, the technical and business development directors of TechConnect, this series offers a unique behind-the-scenes look into the challenges, triumphs, and day-to-day realities of running a wireless internet business. What to Expect: Each episode is a blend of personal anecdotes, professional insights, and practical advice, making it a mu ...
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Episode 24: Spring Special - Doubling Down on Data!
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Welcome to Episode 24 of "Tales from the Towers," hosted by Arno, Nico, Noemsie, and Thandi. In this thrilling episode, our dynamic team brings you exciting news straight from the heart of TechConnect. Despite going through one of the most challenging and stressful months in the company’s history, TechConnect has emerged stronger than ever, doublin…
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Podcast Episode 25: Mastering Marketing for Your Wireless ISP
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In Episode 25 of "Tales from the Towers," hosted by Arno, Noemsie, and Thandi, the team delves deep into the art and science of marketing for wireless internet service providers (WISPs). This episode is packed with insightful strategies and practical tips on how to effectively market your WISP business, ensuring that you not only attract new client…
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Tales from the Towers: Episode 23 - Overcoming Network Challenges and Building a Resilient Future
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Welcome to Episode 23 of "Tales from the Towers"! In this episode, our hosts Arno, Nico, and Noemsie discuss the recent challenges techCONNECT faced, including downtime, client frustrations, and network upgrades. We delve into the technical details of upgrading from a single link fiber provider to a more robust network with failover capabilities. N…
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Episode 22: Battling Connectivity Challenges - Tales from the Towers
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Welcome back to another episode of "Tales from the Towers," hosted by Arno, Nico, Noemsie, and Thandi. This episode dives into the recent challenges TechConnect faced with maintaining a stable internet connection for their clients. Here's a rundown of what you can expect: Introduction and Personal Updates: Arno and Nico discuss their hectic weekend…
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Tackling Illegal Streaming, Service Disruptions and Highs and lows of ISP
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Today we want to share with you the important topic of illegal streaming and the impact of service disruptions and how you can protect yourself from these deceptive attacks. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of illegal streaming, the impact of service disruptions, and the highs and lows of running a wireless internet service provider.** …
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Tales from The Towers Podcast - Episode 20: The 8 Questions your new ISP needs to be able to answer
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🎙️ Welcome back to another exciting episode of the “Tales from The Towers” podcast! In Episode 20, we introduce you to our newest team member, John-Ru, and dive into what it’s like to be a tower technician at TechConnect. From the physical demands of the job to the intellectual stimulation and the fun behind the scenes, this episode has it all! Joi…
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Episode 19: Navigating Elections and Planning for Growth
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Join Arno Joubert and Noemsie Mkhatshwa in this insightful episode of "Tales from the Towers" as they delve into their recent experiences during the local elections, the trials of voter ID mishaps, and the spirit of community help in the darker hours. The conversation shifts to a robust discussion on business strategies, leveraging lessons from nat…
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Episode 18: Debunking Speed Tests & Exploring Latency and Packet Loss | Tales from the Towers
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Welcome back to "Tales from the Towers," Episode 18, where we dive deep into the misunderstood world of internet speed tests, latency, and packet loss. Join Taniva, Nick, Newmsey, and Arne from techCONNECT as they unravel the myths surrounding speed tests and explain why latency and packet loss are the true indicators of your internet health. In th…
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Tales from the Towers : Episode 17: Expanding Horizons: techCONNECT's Network Growth and Team Insights
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In this enlightening episode 17 of "Tales from the Towers," join the discussion on TechConnect’s strategic expansion and the implementation of cutting-edge micro pops to boost network efficiency. Gain insider perspectives as Noemsie, a key member of the techCONNECT team, shares her inspiring journey from fashion design to flourishing in the tech se…
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Episode 16 : Dealing with Downtime and Proper Communication
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🎙️ Welcome back to "Tales from the Towers" with your hosts Tandiva "Tandy" Tandy, Nico, Arno, and Noemsie. In this episode, we discuss a challenging day filled with unexpected technical difficulties, as our fiber infrastructure suffered significant damage, causing widespread service disruptions. 🔥 The team dives into the details of the incident, ex…
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Episode 15: Starlink, WIFI 6 and Bad Fibre
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Welcome to the latest episode of the Tech Connect podcast, where we dive deep into the world of internet technologies and community building. In this episode, we're joined by our enthusiastic team members, including Thandi and Noemsie, as we discuss a wide range of topics from the implications of Starlink in South Africa to the exciting potential o…
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Episode 14: The lies Internet Service Providers tell
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Episode 14 of "Tales from the Towers," a podcast by techCONNECT, features a dynamic discussion hosted by Thandi Mabila, a customer consultant at techCONNECT. She engages with Arno Joubert and Nico Joubert, the CEOs and founders of the company. The episode revolves around the significant aspects of internet service provision, focusing on customer re…
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Preseem Webinar - Latency and Why Selling Internet Speed is a Lie!
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In this enlightening webinar held on March 27th, techCONNECT, a leading wireless internet service provider based in Mpumalanga, unveils the transformative effects of integrating Preseem's advanced analytics into their operations. Hosted by techCONNECT’s CEO, Arno Joubert, and Business Development Director, Nico Joubert, this session dives deep into…
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The Unfiltered Truth About Business - Tales from the Towers Ep 10 | Arno Joubert
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🎯 We're unpacking Alex Charfen's revolutionary 5 Business Processes: Acquisition: Mastering the art of generating new leads. 🌟 Nurture: How to effectively communicate with potential clients. 💬 Conversion: Converting leads into loyal customers. 🛍️ Resale and Upsell: Maximizing profits by selling more to existing customers. 📈 Retention: Keeping those…
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🔥🌐 Welcome to Episode 11 of "Tales from the Towers" with TechConnect!
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🎯 We're unpacking Alex Charfen's revolutionary 5 Business Processes: Acquisition: Mastering the art of generating new leads. 🌟 Nurture: How to effectively communicate with potential clients. 💬 Conversion: Converting leads into loyal customers. 🛍️ Resale and Upsell: Maximizing profits by selling more to existing customers. 📈 Retention: Keeping those…
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Welcome to another episode of Tales from the Towers. In this episode, Arno Joubert and co-host Nico Joubert engage in a casual yet insightful discussion, reflecting on various aspects of their business and personal growth. Key Discussion Points: Road Challenges and Family Life: The episode starts with Nico sharing his experiences of dealing with bu…
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Tales from the Towers Episode 8: Planning Simplified: How Simple Lists Can Change Your Life!
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Hey Connectors! Today, I dive deep into a topic that many struggle with - planning and discipline. If you ever felt overwhelmed, directionless, or like you're constantly stuck in your day-to-day tasks, this video is for you! 🌟 🔹 I share the incredible advice I received from successful entrepreneurs like Andy Frazella of First Form and Alex Charfen.…
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Discovering Alex Charfen's Daily Planning Method - Tales from the Towers Ep. 9
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🌐 Welcome back to 'Tales from the Towers', Episode 9, a journey through entrepreneurial insights and personal growth. In this episode, I delve into the life-changing methodologies of Alex Charfen and how they've reshaped my approach to business and daily living. 🔍 After hundreds of hours diving into Alex Hormozi's wisdom, a mention of Alex Charfen …
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Tales from the Towers Episode 7: Emotional Triggers in Business and Management
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Somebody who's been working for me for a couple of years now said he resigned from his previous company because his boss used to fire him and then re-employ him and fire him again and re-employ him. All based on how he was feeling that day and to me, that's literally not a good way of leading a team because you create a gap between yourself and tha…
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Tales of the Towers - Episode 6: Entrepreneurial Insights and Personal Reflections
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Description: Join us for the sixth episode of 'Tales of the Towers', a candid series where we dive into the entrepreneurial journey, personal experiences, and valuable lessons learned along the way. In this episode: Change of Scenery: Our host is on the stoep, sharing a light-hearted reason for the change from the usual kitchen setting. Celebrating…
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Tales from the Towers - Episode 5: Simplifying Life and Business
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Welcome to episode five of "Tales from the Towers," where your hosts Arne and Niku Joubert continue their insightful journey into the world of business and life lessons. In this episode, we explore the simplicity of life, drawing parallels from nature, and delve into personal stories of resilience and determination. Key discussions include: Life le…
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Tales from the Towers - Episode 4: Reflecting on Beginnings and Gratitude
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Join us in episode four of "Tales from the Towers" as hosts Arno and Nico Joubert delve into the emotional journey of TechConnect. In this episode, we reflect on our humble beginnings, the decommissioning of our first-ever tower 'Polel', and the profound lessons learned along the way. Topics covered include: The backstory of TechConnect’s first tow…
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Tales from the Towers - Episode 3: Weather Woes and Tech Tales
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Welcome to episode three of "Tales from the Towers," hosted by Arne Joubert from TechConnect. Joining Arne is co-host Nico Joubert, sharing stories from a chilly Komatipoort. In this episode, we dive into a variety of topics, including: The unexpected cold weather in South Africa and its impact on locals. Hilarious anecdotes from our early days in …
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Tales from the Towers: Consistency - The First Rule of Success | Episode 2
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📡 Welcome back to another episode of "Tales from the Towers" with Arno Joubert, Technical Director at TechConnect. In this episode, we delve into the importance of consistency, both in life and in business. 🏗️ Arno shares a gripping story from a previous episode, detailing our adventure at an army base camp in the Lebombo mountains. It's a tale of …
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Tales from the Towers: An Introduction to Arno and Nico Joubert from techCONNECT
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Title: TechConnect's Inaugural Podcast Hosts: Arno Joubert (Technical Director) and Nico Joubert (Business Development Director) Key Topics: Introduction of Hosts: The podcast kicks off with introductions from Arno and Nico, detailing their roles at TechConnect. Origin Story of TechConnect: They reminisce about their first encounter in 2014/2015 in…
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