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We're your hosts and Business Coaching experts Mary Fain Brandt and Laura Bashore We’re sharing all our mistakes and insider tips from our 20+ years in business and how we successfully scaled up our businesses without losing our minds or our husbands. Sure you can piece it together and try to DIY your way to success OR you can listen to us every week and learn the shortcuts because we promise there are some.
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In this informative and practical podcast, Michael and his guests share the latest strategies and tactics to help you become the preferred provider (the emotional favorite) in the markets you serve. The key insights and strategies discussed, come from Michael's experience working with many of the finest brands in business today and his guest interviews will inspire you, educate you, and give you the tools you need to be successful in today's turbulent and competitive marketplace.
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The All Things Recruiting Podcast is for tenacious and passionate recruiters who are ready to take their careers into their own hands. Every week, we’re diving deep into all things recruiting–from getting started in the industry to building your brand and finding your niche, this podcast is all about helping you become the CEO of your life and business. Hosted by Founder + CEO of The Finders, Sharon Bondurant, All Things Recruiting will give you the tangible tools, tips, resources, and persp ...
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In this episode I have the pleasure to speak with Mary Fain-Brandt - a LinkedIn Brand Consultant and coach. For over two decades, Mary Fain Brandt has been rocking the training and facilitation world, amassing experience that's as impressive as her achievements. With over 500 clients under her belt, Mary's ability to transform LinkedIn profiles fro…
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Are you ready to transform your business mindset and strategy? Explore the essential lessons we've learned in navigating growth and change, from shifting our focus from career coaching to honing our roles as business owners. Discover how letting go of tasks that no longer bring joy can foster a sense of relief and renewal, keeping your core vision …
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 24 Episode Overview: In today’s fast-paced world, it is easy to feel overwhelmed, stuck, or lost on the path to personal growth and self-improvement. Breaking through your limitations to achieve your goals can seem impossible. My guest today says that by changing your mindset, growing emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and break…
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Hey everyone! I’m so excited to dive into this episode where I’m sharing five unique ways to maximize LinkedIn’s potential and take your recruiting game to the next level. We all know LinkedIn is the go-to for recruiters, whether it’s connecting with candidates, building relationships with clients, or growing our professional network. But are you r…
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Unlock the secrets to sustainable business growth and personal development with insights from three groundbreaking books that have transformed our professional lives. Discover how "Profit First" by Mike Michalowicz can revolutionize your financial management approach, ensuring you prioritize profit and prevent fund misuse by setting up separate ban…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 23 Episode Overview: In a dynamic business landscape, growth relies on relevant data from your customer interactions and marketing insights. Employing Strategic CRM strategies to collect that data, will boost efficiency, enhance your performance, and help you convert more leads into loyal customers. Navigating the crowded sales e…
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Scaling to an 8-Figure Business with a Recurring Revenue Model In this episode, the discussion revolves around the importance of scaling and implementing a recurring revenue model to build an 8-figure business! Diane Prince and I talk about a lot. We dive into the importance of not just working hard, but working strategically. Diane talks about the…
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Next week we have a brand new episode on goal setting. But its more than setting goals, its strategies to kick their butt. See below to sign up for brand new Webinar Mary and Laura have brewed up for you! Before that, we want to tease some of the great insights and strategies with this throw back episode on professional and personal goal setting. W…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 22 Episode Overview: The workplace is changing and changing rapidly, creating chaos, increasing our stress, and causing burnout. To thrive in today’s marketplace, we must level-up our emotional intelligence, strengthen our resiliency, and manage the extreme stress in our personal and professional lives to avoid burnout. My guest …
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This week we are sharing a throwback episode from when we were the Redefine Your Career Journey Podcast. Why are we sharing this? Because many of you are still treating your business as a side hustle. Let's move you beyond that by examining the pros and cons of having your own business! Unlock the secrets of the gig economy and transform your side …
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 21 Episode Overview: Let’s face it, running and growing a business as an entrepreneur in today’s competitive marketplace can be daunting. Whether it's operational challenges, differentiating yourself from the competition with your products or services, or evolving from just surviving to thriving, is the goal for every entrepreneu…
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In this episode I chat with Joel Lalgee, a Midwest-based recruiter and social media expert who's made a huge impact online in the recruitment world. Joel shares his journey - from starting out in recruitment with no prior experience, to building a social media presence that now spans platforms like LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram. His key takeaway?…
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Ever wondered how a to start your own podcast? Wondering if you have something of value to share? So did our guest, Matthew Blades, once at the pinnacle of a 27-year broadcasting career, he shares his personal journey of resilience and transformation. Matthew's story unfolds into the creation of "Learn from People Who Lived It," a strong support ne…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 20 Episode Overview: As sales professionals, the pressure to perform is unavoidable. One little mistake and you’ve lost what could have been a huge opportunity. Competition is fierce and abundant. Most of the common sales errors we recognize, but even some of the most seasoned sales veterans are unaware of some of the mistakes th…
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I am really excited for you to hear this conversation with Benjamin Mena. Benjamin started his recruiting career after graduating from the University of Central Florida with a degree in Economics. For the first 15 years of his professional career he supported large defense contracts, leading hiring efforts for some of the nation’s most complex and …
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What if your Facebook ads could do more than just gather likes and shares? Join us as Stacy Zeal, a fractional CMO and guru in paid social platforms, helps unravel the misconceptions around Facebook advertising. Were talking through the maze of Facebook's advertising landscape, demonstrating why it should be seen as an integral part of your marketi…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 19 Episode Overview: Life can be challenging. Each of us faces our own adversity. Sometimes, your stress can escalate to fear, anxiety, agitation, and even depression. If you are looking for ways to help build resilience in yourself and others, lighten your load, and brighten your outlook, then you are going to enjoy my conversat…
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Hey, fellow recruiters! This week we’re diving into a topic that I think a lot of us shy away from — making sales fun again. I know for many agency recruiters, the thought of business development or sales can feel intimidating. It’s often met with resistance, especially when we feel like "sales" isn't part of our identity as recruiters. But here's …
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Ever wondered how to find a virtual assistant who truly elevates your business? Join us as we chat with Stefan Van der Heyden, the brilliant founder of Virtue Staff. Stefan pulls back the curtain on his game-changing approach to sourcing top-tier virtual assistants, sharing just how his team filters through 40,000 applicants each month to bring you…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 18 Episode Overview: The way we do business has changed. The way we market and sell has changed. So why is it that there are still so many companies that rely on old strategies and tactics to generate new business? If you are looking to level up your business development process, set yourself apart from the competition, and regai…
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Hey everyone, today I want to dive into something that’s been on my mind: the balance between being proactive and reactive in our daily recruiting work. We all know recruiting is a fast-paced, unpredictable business, and often, we thrive on that reactive energy. Whether it’s jumping into a new search or troubleshooting with a client, being reactive…
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Ready to supercharge your Black Friday sales strategies? Discover how to turn the biggest shopping event of the year into a golden opportunity for your business. You'll learn how to leverage online sales trends, capitalize on a 9% year-over-year increase in digital shopping, and understand the power of an average 31% discount rate to convert potent…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 17 Episode Overview: Are you ready to supercharge your LinkedIn presence and transform your career or business with the power of AI? Today we have an absolute powerhouse joining us on the show. It’s my pleasure to introduce Mary Fain Brandt, a true expert in optimizing LinkedIn profiles and leveraging artificial intelligence for …
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In this episode I dive into one of my favorite topics—time management—and how to invest your time wisely, whether you're a recruiter or a "recruiterpreneur" building your own business. We’ve all got a lot on our plates, so today I’m sharing some practical strategies I use to stay on top of it all. You’ll learn about the key difference between spend…
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Ever wondered how to become a podcast guest that hosts can't resist inviting back? Discover our top strategies for standing out and making the most of your guest appearances. In this episode of Scale Up Strategies, we share personal tales of navigating extreme weather and quirky Friday the 13th superstitions while diving into the booming world of p…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 16 Episode Overview: Everyone in every industry and every role has customers. Your success depends on how efficiently you can solve your customers’ problems, adapt as those problems change, and influence their behavior to drive the results you want. Objectives and Key Results, or OKRs, give you the framework to do that. However, …
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Ever wondered how to turn casual browsers into loyal clients with just a click? Discover the power of lead magnets and why they are a game-changer for your business. In this episode of Scale Up Strategies, we dive into the world of lead magnets, from their humble beginnings as simple PDFs to their evolution into indispensable tools for building a r…
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Welcome to the second episode of All Things Recruiting! In today’s episode, I’m diving into a topic that I know a lot of you are thinking about—starting your own recruiting business. I’ve been there myself, and I remember how overwhelming it can feel. So today, I’m going to share three key questions that you have to ask yourself before you make the…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 15 Episode Overview: Are you ready to maximize your value and multiply your earnings? My guest will show you how to raise your prices and stop leaving money on the table. It’s not about charging more; it’s about discovering the only type of value your customers will pay more for. Not all value is equal, and today we are going to …
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We've got some exciting news to share! We have officially launched our YouTube Channel. We know you want to SEE us in action, now you can! Mary and Laura thought a fund blooper reel would be the way to kick things off. Head over and check us out. Subscribe to get past episodes and brand new episodes weekly! See you on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Rwc9…
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In this first episode of The All Things Recruiting Podcast, Sharon Bondurant, Founder and CEO of The Finders, sits down with Jay Veniard to explore the strategic insights and personal experiences that have propelled him to success in the recruiting industry. Jay shares his journey, highlighting the critical decisions and mindset shifts that led him…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 14 Episode Overview: If you are ready to improve your productivity and increase your revenue, then you are going to enjoy this episode of Becoming Preferred as we dive into the world of sales enablement and go-to-market transformation with a true industry luminary. My guest on this episode is a powerhouse in the realm of business…
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Curious about how AI can transform your business? Imagine cutting down hours of mundane tasks and enhancing customer interaction without needing to expand your team. Join us as we, your certified AI consultants, unpack the massive potential AI holds for coaches, consultants, and speakers. We’ll even weave in a cautionary tale about dental mishaps a…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 13 Episode Overview: Have you ever wondered what separates thriving businesses from those that struggle to keep their heads above water? Well, buckle up because we’re about to dive deep into the world of winning strategies and sales processes that can catapult your business and sales results to new heights. My guest, Liz Heiman, …
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Can you imagine positioning your business so effectively online that potential clients can't help but find you? This episode of Scale Up Strategies promises to equip you with six powerful methods to make your business visible in the crowded online marketplace. From word-of-mouth marketing to a compelling website presence, Mary and Laura cover the e…
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Welcome to All Things Recruiting! I'm Sharon Bondurant, founder of The Finders, an Inc. 5000 recruiting firm. Over two decades ago, I launched my own recruiting firm from my spare bedroom. And today, we've placed over 5,000 people and billed over $40 million in revenue! Now I want to help you excel in your recruiting craft while creating more time,…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 12 Episode Overview: Are you looking to take your career to new levels? Do you have dreams and aspirations that you desire to achieve but are unsure how to attain? My guest on this episode will share her insights on how to connect with your heart, create meaningful goals, and deepen your knowledge and understanding of what person…
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Ever wondered how to build a personal brand that truly resonates? Join us as we sit down with Lauren Davies, a branding maestro and the visionary behind Lauren Davies Creative, who shares her transformative journey from a teenage vinyl record store owner to a personal branding powerhouse. Having met Lauren at various industry events and over deligh…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 11 Episode Overview: Traveling for work or pleasure? Are you getting transferred or expanding your business to a different country? In our borderless economy, cultivating cultural fluency expands your potential by fostering trusting relationships globally. My guest today equips individuals and teams with the skills to forge meani…
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Ever wondered how public speaking can transform your coaching or consulting business? Mary Fain Brandt and Laura Bashore are here to share their firsthand experiences and invaluable tips on selling from the stage. Our latest episode of Scale Up Strategies kicks off with a personal catch-up, as Laura reveals highlights from her family trip to London…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 10 Episode Overview: I’m sure we could all agree that we could use more laughter and humor in our personal and professional lives. Humor is universal, it’s empowering, it’s safe, and it’s scientific. Humor can help you create innovative solutions and products, improve staff morale and retention, increase sales, and the ability to…
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Ever wondered if failure could actually be the secret ingredient to your success? Tune in to this enlightening episode of Scale Up Strategies, where we dissect the critical role of failure in entrepreneurship. We'll share eye-opening statistics about the high failure rates of startups and draw fascinating comparisons to the educational sector. List…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 9 Episode Overview: A Grow Through It Mindset is about embracing challenges and setbacks as opportunities for personal and professional growth. It's the belief that through effort, learning, and persistence, individuals can evolve and adapt in the face of adversity. This mindset encourages individuals to approach difficulties as …
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Can email marketing still be your secret weapon for business growth? You bet it can! In this episode, we're thrilled to sit down with Eddie Garrison, an award-winning marketing strategist, to dispel the myth that email marketing is outdated. Eddie shares eye-opening statistics about the billions of emails circulating daily and how often people chec…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 8 Episode Overview: In today’s competitive marketplace, finding and keeping the right employees can be a challenge. What if you could create the kind of workplace where everyone wants to work? From ideas on inspiring teamwork to inspiring workplace communication, my guest today says that your workplace culture is your #1 competit…
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Unlock the secrets of scaling your business through the power of authorship! Join us as we sit down with Richard Marks, the dynamic founder of RDM Management Group, to uncover the transformative potential of writing a book for business growth. We also dive deep with Mary and Laura as they share their personal journeys and the hurdles they faced in …
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 7 Episode Overview: Welcome to this episode of Becoming Preferred, where we’re going to deep dive into the world of modern selling and performance excellence. I'm thrilled to have Rob Harrison, the CEO of Magnifyde, joining us today. Rob is a seasoned sales leader with a track record of driving exponential growth and empowering s…
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Can a story truly transform your business? Discover the answer as we, Mary Fain Brandt and Laura Bashore, take you on an enlightening journey into the world of storytelling in marketing. In this episode of Scale Up Strategies, we reveal the psychological magic behind storytelling—how neural coupling and dopamine release can make your message unforg…
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SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 6 Episode Overview: In today’s world, change is the only constant, and the bar for success is only rising higher. Gone are the days when being “good enough” could satisfy customers and beat back the competition. So what’s the solution? Leaders and businesses must evolve from being good to great to superior. My guest in this episo…
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Ready to transform your online presence into a magnet for potential clients and business opportunities? Tune into this episode of Scale Up Strategies. We share actionable tips to optimize your branding across multiple platforms and maintain a consistent professional image that resonates with your target audience. We've packed in some invaluable tip…
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