"Promote Your Brand, Transform Your Business" Welcome to The PromoMinds Podcast, your business boosting companion. If you are a solopreneur or small business owner who is looking for creative marketing strategies, or wants to learn from other entrepreneurs on how to overcome challenges and build a thriving business, then this podcast is for you. There are many reasons people dive into entrepreneurship; some have exceptional skills, others take the plunge out of necessity. Regardless, a cruci ...
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Welcome to The Digital Natives Cast, where we help you get found! Every Monday we'll bring you the latest in technology, design, and marketing from the point of view of digital natives. Find our show notes hosted by our sponsor at: KeystoneClick.com Music by: Joakim Karud
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In this motivational podcast series fully powered by KristiesLab, Christina Khater and her team will take you beyond the lines on self-improvement strategies, the puzzle of motivation, leadership and the journey to self discovery. She and her team will share practical secrets of their entrepreneurial journey, life lessons and setbacks. They will be unlocking secrets of creating moments and experiences, leading teams and collaborating for the greater collective good in a 7-min inspirational talk.
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A show about ordinary people on a journey to build their own exceptional businesses. Host Brian Scudamore, founder and CEO of O2E Brands, is on a mission to uncover the founders stories of some of our most inspiring people – from the decisions that lead them to take the leap, to the celebrations and lessons that follow.
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Welcome to Al (Par) Paramito podcast hosted by Al Paramito, Entrepreneur, Author, Real Estate, Tech, Finance and World Events. I also along bring my side kick Elaine where we talk about anything under the sun. We rearly agree, on anything and covering topics in realtionship, self help, wellness and current events.
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The Anarres Project is a forum for conversations, ideas, and initiatives that promote a future free of domination, exploitation, oppression, war, and empire. The Project is based on the understanding that past, present, and future are not separate. We are intent on uncovering the many living futures constantly coming into being in the present, those innovations and creative insurgencies happening everywhere in our midst, and exploring the affinities between them.
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The Bert's Books Guide to Verbing the Noun
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Bert is joined by author Louie Stowell to talk about the latest Loki novel while Sally drops in to talk about We Solve Murders by Richard Osman. How to get your hands on the Loki preorder print:https://lokibooks.com/pre-order/ How to book the Loki superfan event on Sat 14th Sept in Kensington:https://www.waterstones.com/events/louie-stowell-loki-su…
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In this episode of Kristies Talk, host Christina Khater delves into the fascinating world of psychology in marketing. Discover the secrets of persuasion, learn effective marketing tricks, and understand the ethical use of psychology to build lasting customer relationships.By Kristies Lab
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Ep37 | Branding: How Do People See You? | The PromoMinds Podcast
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Send us a text In this milestone episode celebrating the first anniversary of The PromoMinds Podcast, host Steve Leslie reflects on a year of podcasting and introduces exciting updates, including his upcoming speaking gig at the Canadian Pool & Spa Expo in December. Steve also dives into branding, sharing personal stories and practical strategies o…
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This week's books include Ootlin & Murder in Constantinople PLUS - the all important bestseller charts!
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Will Burrows and the Radical Future of Star Trek
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, we interview artist Will Burrows. In the past few years, Burrows has become popular for his art that blends Star Trek with political themes and LGBTQIA pride.We wanted to talk to him about some of his best selling work in celebration of the Bell Riots--an event in Star Trek lore that sets the United Stat…
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Ep 036: Helping Solopreneurs Generate More Leads with Almost No Budget | The PromoMinds Podcast
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Send us a text In this solo episode of the PromoMinds podcast, host Steve Leslie shares valuable insights tailored for solopreneurs and small business owners on effectively generating leads with limited budgets. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the sales funnel, particularly the stages of awareness, interest, consideration, and decisio…
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Michael's back from his holiday and talking about Murder on Lake Garda by Tom Hindle, while Bert's giving a sneak preview of The Examiner by Janice Hallett!
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Ep 035: Building Your Brand: What Is YOUR Story? | The PromoMinds Podcast
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Send us a text In this episode of The PromoMinds Podcast, host Steve Leslie discusses the importance of building a personal brand and crafting one's unique story. He shares his journey in the swimming pool industry and how he leveraged his interests, such as running and real estate, to create a distinctive brand identity. Steve mentions influential…
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Bert is Guilty by Definition on this week's podcast, while Sally is exploring All The Colours of the Dark
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Ep 034: Selling In A Recession with the Hybrid Road Warrior Randy Chaffee | The PromoMinds Podcast
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Send us a text Guess who's back, back again, Randy's back! Tell a friend! Randy Chaffee, aka The Hybrid Road Warrior, joins the podcast once again to discuss his approach to economic down turns and recessions over his 4+ decades in the roofing industry (which is closer to 5 as we find out in this episode). Find out how a manufacturer's sales rep tr…
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In this episode, Bert reviews The Medici Heist and Michael talks about Animal Farm
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Ep 033: Exploring The Financial Markets and Outlooks From Prior Predictions | PromoMinds Podcast
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Send us a text In 2021, I had an article published as the feature in Pool & Spa Marketing Magazine's "State Of The Industry" edition. I spoke on the underlying economy and what may be happening beneath the chaos. Today, we take a look back at this article, and how it aligns with today's markets. I also speak on the Repo Markets in the Canada and th…
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In this episode of Krisies Talk, host Christina Khater delves into the world of guerrilla marketing, a cost-effective alternative to traditional marketing tactics. She highlights the importance of understanding your target audience and brainstorming creative ways to surprise and delight them. Christina provides examples of successful guerrilla mark…
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Ep 032: Interest Rate Changes and What Lays Ahead for Ontario's Housing Crisis | PromoMinds Podcast
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Send us a text Taking a look at the Canadian Housing Crisis and what a lower interest rate means as compared to the US Dollar. Looking at the turmoil that Ontario could see in the coming few years. Steve shares what he's been seeing in real-time with the markets, new listings coming on, as well as the record breaking condo inventory in the GTA. Ste…
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Michael's back, and he's been reading Andrew Hunter Murray's latest - A Beginner's Guide to Breaking and Entering Bert's been giving Freakslaw by Jane Flett a go!
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Meet Your Contractor | Ep. 017: Mastering Construction Contracts w/ Ralph Lembcke
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Send us a text In this episode, Ralph Lembcke, owner of R. Lembcke & Associates, provides an in-depth look into the intricacies of managing construction projects and navigating contract negotiations. Ralph shares his expertise on planning, risk mitigation, and maintaining financial health in construction projects. The discussion also touches on eff…
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Meet Your Contractor | Ep. 016: Building Your Online Presence as a Contractor w/ Wes Mann & Chris Mackey from Blue Collar Marketing
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Send us a text This episode features Chris and Wes, the founders of Blue Collar Marketing, a digital marketing agency specializing in the blue-collar sector. We dive into their entrepreneurial journey, exploring the challenges they faced in scaling their business, the valuable lessons learned from their first venture, and the importance of finding …
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Sally is talking about Hope by Niall Harbison and Bert's been reading Anyone's Ghost
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Bert is joined by newbie Matt to discuss the Whalebone Theatre, and then talks to Michael about The Husbands!
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Sally's been reading a shedload of short stories this week - while Bert is telling Michael all about The Betrayal of Thomas True...
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Bert is talking about The Curtain Twitcher's Book of Murder and Michael's been reading The Space Between Us
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Sally is talking about Long Island by Colm Toibin and Bert is looking at peaches in a completely different way with Call Me By Your Name
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Meet Your Contractor | Ep 15: Fixing Post-Pandemic Customer Service w/ Leigh Hinsperger of HPI
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Send us a text Feeling frustrated with customer service? You're not alone. In this episode, Steve Leslie chats with Leigh Hinsperger of Hinspergers Poly Industries Ltd. about the challenges businesses face in the post-pandemic world. Leigh shares his experiences from both sides of the counter, offering valuable tips on how to improve customer exper…
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In this episode, Bert is talking about Leading Man by Justin Myers, while Michael's been learning all about chickens in Foul Play...
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Meet Your Contractor | Ep. 014: Changing Trends & Environmental Concerns w/ Chris & Marette of Majestic Pools Barrie
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Send us a text Thinking of transforming your backyard into a stunning oasis? This episode focuses on the world of backyard design and construction with Chris Bowman and Marette Sharp, the creative minds behind Majestic Pools of Barrie, Ontario. They'll share their expertise on crafting unique pools and landscapes that perfectly suit your needs and …
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Meet Your Contractor | Ep. 013: Showcase Your Construction Business Like Never Before w Bri Wardle from Elevated Productions
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Send us a text In this episode of Meet Your Contractor, we explore the power of video marketing for contractors and landscapers with Bri Wardle, a passionate videographer and founder of Elevated Productions. Bri shares her journey from film studies to launching her own business, specializing in creating high-quality video content for the constructi…
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Meet Your Contractor | Ep 012: Community, Rosco The Dog, and Swimming Pools | Cory Eagles
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Send us a text In this episode of the PromoMinds Podcast, we sit down with Canada's only recipient of the Pleatco Perfect Pool Guy Award - Cory Eagles of Eagles Pool Service in Riverview, New Brunswick. in 2015, Cory also won Pleatco's Big Heart Award after constructing an indoor pool to help save a young dog's life. Cory shares the journey of what…
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Sally's talking about Ericka Waller's Goodbye Birdie Greenwing & Bert's got the latest LGBTQ Book Club pick The Hours
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Meet Your Contractor | Ep. 011: Building Trust and Protecting Consumers with Angelo Jr of Pools By Angelo
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Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the world of contracting and consumer protection with Angelo Jr of Pools By Angelo in Windsor, Ontario. A seasoned professional in the pool industry. Angelo shares invaluable insights into how contractors can build trust with homeowners, emphasizing the importance of transparency, communication, and rep…
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Michael takes a curve-ball and talks about a whole host of books this week, while Bert and Sally are discussing The Ministry of Time
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Meet Your Contractor | Ep 010: Innovating, Connecting, and Standing Out in Business w Rhett Bradshaw of Vantage LeisureScapes
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Send us a text Join us as we delve into the world of business innovation and connection with Rhett Bradshaw, owner of Vantage LeisureScapes. In this episode, Rhett shares his insights on the importance of fostering connections with younger minds, constantly innovating to stand out in a competitive market, and creating memorable customer experiences…
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There's No Such Thing as Jetpacks in the Future
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Michael's been reading The Body by Bill Bryson and Bert's talking about The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers PLUS, a sneak preview of the new episode of Shelf Life with Nadine Matheson...
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Meet Your Contractor | 009: Building Trust & Adapting in Construction w/ John | Action Home Services
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Send us a text In this episode of the PromoMinds podcast interview series, host Steve sits down with John from Action Home Services to delve into the world of construction and landscaping. From humble beginnings to managing a team of 150, John shares his journey and insights into navigating the industry's challenges. Discover how Action Home Servic…
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In this episode, we explore how embracing diversity and fostering inclusivity is revolutionizing the marketing landscape. Through powerful case studies like Nike's "Dream Crazier" campaign and Coca-Cola's "Share a Coke" initiative, we showcase the transformative impact of authentic representation and meaningful engagement. From Saudi Aramco's "Incl…
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In this week's podcast, Sally is talking about The Appeal by Janice Hallett and Bert's on The Household by Stacey Halls
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Meet Your Contractor | Ep 008: Navigating Pool Construction: Insider Tips with Adam Pink of Creative Pools Ltd
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Send us a text In this episode, we uncover the secrets to successful pool construction with Adam Pink of Creative Pools Ltd, a veteran in the industry with over 20 years of experience. Adam shares his wealth of knowledge on effectively managing contractors, streamlining the permit process, and choosing the right materials and equipment for your poo…
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Michael has been reading Fair Rosaline, a retelling of the Romeo and Juliet story, while Bert has gotten his hands on a copy of the new David Nicholls novel, You Are Here.
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Meet Your Contractor | Ep. 007: A Customer-Centric Approach w/ Mike & Erik of Riverside Pools
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Send us a text In this episode of The PromoMinds Podcast, Mike and Eric from Riverside Pools in the Winnipeg, Manitoba area delve into the intricacies of the pool industry, sharing insights from their years of experience and dedication to customer satisfaction. From their humble beginnings in a big box pool store to founding Riverside Pools, Mike a…
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Guerilla to Grandmother: Katherine Ann Power
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, we talk with Katherine Ann Power about her new memoir, "Surrender: My Journey from Guerilla to Grandmother". For over twenty years, Power was on the FBI Most Wanted List for her involvement in a revolutionary armed cell that sought the overthrown of the US government. After a bank robbery in which a poli…
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Bert is joined by a guest Keith this week to talk about Once Upon a River and Sally is chatting Bert about The Night in Question
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Meet Your Contractor | Ep. 006: One Bold Move At A Time with Sara-Marie & Alan Blais of Bold Illumination
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Send us a text Serial entrepreneurs, Sara-Marie and Alan Blais of Bold Illumination, have a plethora of accomplishments under their belts. This includes Sara-Marie's recent nomination for the RBC Women's Of Influence awards, Alain's expertise in marketing and business consultation - even becoming the President of Les Brown Global for a few years, a…
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THREE book reviews in this podcast! Bert and Sally are discussing Ruskin Park and Oracle, while Michael joins them to find out why The Other Valley might just be Bert's favourite book of the year... so far!
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Meet Your Contractor | Ep. 005: Balancing Business and Family with Larry from Lanson Pools & Spas
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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Larry, the founder of Lanson Pools & Spas in the Winnipeg, MB area, to discuss the intersection of entrepreneurship & family life. Larry shares his journey of starting his own service business to prioritize quality time with his family. From nostalgic reflections on generational lifestyle changes, to…
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In this Easter Special (it's Easter, and we're always special) Michael, Sally and Bert are discussing And Then There Were None and Nikki's popped in to talk about The Great Golden
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In this episode, "Purpose Pulse," Christina Khater explores the dynamic realm of purpose-driven communication. Delving into its transformative power, she uncovers how leading with purpose can revolutionize connections with others. Purpose-driven communication is more than just brand promotion—it's about standing for something greater, articulating …
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