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Small Biz Society

Small Biz Society

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Welcome to the Small Biz Society podcast, where we celebrate the incredible achievements of female entrepreneurs and dive deep into their inspiring business journeys. In each episode, we’ll sit down and delve into the highs and lows of running a business, the challenges faced, and the lessons learned along the way. From balancing work and family life to overcoming societal expectations, we’re going to discuss it all! So, whether you’re an aspiring business owner, a seasoned entrepreneur, or ...
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Host Natalie Eckdahl, MBA is a coach to high performing women. She is married with three children ages 7-20. Natalie helps women entrepreneurs own their role as CEO through her business trainings, on air coaching calls and expert interviews. Learn how to master your mindset, grow as a leader, refine your strategies, build your team and gain visibility in your industry. Natalie is also an expert in outsourcing at home and at work.
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As a small business owner and military spouse of 14 years, I’ve JUST moved my biz for the 7th time. It turns out I love entrepreneurial stories _ surprise! Stories of what motivates others to get started, to keep going, their struggles and successes - and sometimes strategies. Listen in as I chat with other small business owners in our newest duty station, Oahu, Hawaii! Support small and shop local
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Hosts Dan and Anjee (’Danjee’) interview small business owners and artists in your town! Small biz is where it is! Let’s support or community by shopping small, keeping it local …and keeping things all Fine and Danjee!
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AARP’s weekly podcast The Perfect ScamSM tells the stories of people who find themselves the target of a scam. Host Bob Sullivan introduces listeners to those who have experienced scams firsthand, as well as professional con artists and leading experts who pull back the curtain on how scammers operate.
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Startist Society

Laura Lee Griffin and Nikki May

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Are fear and procrastination keeping you from making progress in your art business? Artists Laura Lee Griffin and Nikki May believe strongly in the power of community, accountability, following your intuition, taking small actionable steps, and breaking down the barriers that keep you "stuck". The Startist Society will inspire you to stop getting in your own way and start building an art biz and life that you love. Follow along with us on our creative business journey as we encourage you on ...
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Uniquely Small Biz

Selective Insurance

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Starting a small business is a unique journey for every entrepreneur. Join Carolyn McArdle for inspiring conversations with real small business owners as they discuss how they got started and what drives their success. Each episode closes with helpful tips from series sponsor Selective Insurance on how small businesses can grow.
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(This podcast was active until 2019). We millennials have a lot of stereotypes that are thrown at us on a day-to-day basis. Some are wrong. Like the fact that we’re all lazy. Some are right. Like the fact that we love brunch. The goal of this podcast is to introduce you to other millennial all-stars – small business owners, entrepreneurs, freelancers – and find out how they’ve managed their finances and grown their businesses. Each episode, we’ll also sit down with a cool, millennial CPA who ...
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Welcome to "Small Talk Big Biz" the podcast where we explore the sexy and unsexy aspects of business, from both the entrepreneur and corporate perspectives. In each episode, we bring you inspiring and insightful conversations on relevant business topics, providing tips, tricks, and techniques that help you navigate entrepreneurship, corporate careers, and the intersections between. Listen in as we, Tiff and Tequilla, share our experiences, failures and triumphs, and the valuable lessons we'v ...
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Oregon Coast Small Biz Spotlight

Michele Bubert - Oregon Coast VIP Marketing

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A Fun & Personal in depth look at the People in our community who have Small Businesses here on the Beautiful Oregon Coast. Listen to what these entrepreneurs deal with on a daily basis, find out their hobbies, learn some fun facts and understand what makes them tick. So if you ever find yourself traveling Oregon's 363 miles of pristine coastline, stop by and say "Hello". They would love to hear from you.
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She Makes

Mosaic Makers Collective

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"She Makes" is a podcast focusing on female makers + creative business owners. We share stories, discuss hot topics in biz, and provide education on small biz tools, tricks, and life.Expect chats on important lessons learned as women in business - and hear incredible stories from women who have paved their own paths. Listen to chats on complex topics like mental health, imposter syndrome, and self-care. And learn about how to run your own biz: with tips and tricks on topics like marketing + ...
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The Heads In Beds Show is your vacation rental & accommodations marketing podcast co-hosted by Conrad O'Connell and Paul Manzey. Learn how to double your direct bookings with search, social & email marketing strategies and tactics.
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Bebop and Duffy

Eric Scott and Christopher Duffy

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Bebop and Duffy are two guys of different ages, vastly different heights, both starting out in the radio biz, and talking about that, and um, stuff, on a weekly basis. Do tune in, won't you?
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Designer Boss

Anna Dower / Emma Kate

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Whaddya get when a cake-munchin’, success-slayin’ graphic designer (Anna Dower) joins forces with the designer’s sensei for mastering the wonderful world of web (Emma Kate)?Easy: Success*. Spoken, served, and dished up for you in a fun, live workshop-style podcast that’ll have you begging for more.MEET THE DESIGNER BOSS PODCASTWith a regular buffet of brilliance designed to solve your burning WTF biz worries, we’ll show you how to harness our tried-and-tested experiences and hard-earned less ...
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I'm No Expert

Prometheus Lights

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The podcast about everything and nothing. Jason Hui is a maker and founder of Prometheus Lights. Ben Hardy is a writer, content marketer, and former editor of Bobvila.com. Join their deep dives into topics in which they have much interest ... and no expertise.
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My purpose in life is to help others to find and live their purpose, Each episode is created with lifestyle freedom in mind. Because in the end, no matter what we do, what we really want is the freedom to do what we want. Crypto, passive income, sports, real estate, homesteading, construction, small business, and side hustles are a few of the many things we'll talk about in the show. We also hosts guests who share their own path to constructing a life of liberty. Do good work.
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We're often so consumed by life and figuring out how to do it right or perfectly that we forget the most important part - that the very point of life is progress, and we can only accomplish that together. Through storytelling style interviews of local small business owners, I will bring you into the hearts and minds of the people you encounter everyday. We will discuss the many aspects of life - there’s no telling where our conversation will go. Let’s join together on this journey, to learn ...
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If you love podcasts but don’t want to spend hours looking for great podcasts, you’ve come to the right place! Join Suzanne Wittman, the host of Podcast Therapy as she talks weekly with friends about their best podcast recommendations. What starts as a place to curate good podcasts sometimes leads into deeper conversations, some serious, some silly and some feeling like a form of therapy! Follow Suzanne on Instagram @suzanne.wittman
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The Sartorial Geek is a podcast for the geek in all of us. We focus on pop culture, girl power, and cool stories told by cool people. Brought to you by the team at Jordandene. Join our Patreon for bonus gifts and content! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sartorial-geek. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Join me and Leanne, who runs The Drama Centre which offers acting lessons for children and public speaking courses for adults! We discuss running a successful business that's accessible to neurodivergent children and how to get better at public speaking! You can find Leanne here: Instagram Website Public Speaking for kids FREEBIE - Leanne's book re…
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It’s time to explore Carolina-style barbecue with Doc Brown’s BBQ. We had the pleasure of chatting with David “Doc” Brown himself, and he tells us all about their amazing meats and scratch-made sides (like collard greens and mac-n-cheese pie). So good! David knows the history of BBQ like no one else. This is truly great BBQ! Tune in for a delicious…
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The pandemic is tough for Victor’s small business, but the loan he receives from the Paycheck Protection Program is a lifeline. Years later, he receives a call from someone claiming to be from the sheriff’s office. The caller says Victor's loan application has been flagged as fraudulent and he must pay the money back right away or face arrest. Vict…
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In this final episode of the BizChix podcast, I have exciting news to share. While this marks the end of the BizChix podcast after 124 months and 627 episodes, I'm thrilled to announce a new venture: The Biz of Nonprofit Consultants podcast, launching today. This new podcast is dedicated to consultants who serve nonprofit clients, a project I've be…
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In this episode Conrad and Paul talk about the scaling of your vacation rental business past $1m in gross bookings with frameworks from 'Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing' - in the middleweight section. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing 🔗 Connect With BuildUp Bookings Webs…
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This week, we join Colt Parsons from Speakeasy Martial Arts! Colt tells us all about their unique approach to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling. They offer Yoga and Nutrition planning alongside daily classes and competition training. The academy supports individuals in recovery and welcomes everyone from beginners to black belts. Founded in 2020, Spe…
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Lorraine is grieving her father when she receives a letter claiming to be from Florida Power & Light notifying her to contact them. A kind "operator" named Anna walks her through the process of switching the account from her father to setting up a new one in her name and paying a deposit. A few weeks later, a notice from the real Florida Power & Li…
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Priya is a watercolor artist and creative business owner. She specializes in painting florals and botanicals and is deeply inspired by the vibrant colors and natural beauty of Hawaii. She has taught tens of thousands of students through her online classes and tutorials, and loves helping beginner artists find joy and creative confidence with waterc…
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In this episode Conrad and Paul talk about the difference between Google Ads and Facebook (Meta: including Facebook and Instagram) Ads and how each one can help and grow your vacation rental business. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing 🔗 Connect With BuildUp Bookings Website …
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Tech Wizardry for Small Businesses - MAY'S JOURNAL In today's digital dance, even the smallest businesses can't sit out a number. "Technology will not replace great teachers, but technology in the hands of great teachers can be transformational," said George Couras. For small businesses, this notion is gold dust. Swap out 'teachers' for 'entreprene…
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In this episode, we're exploring our recent, local, small-biz culinary adventures (and our outdoor adventures too). Join us as we discover new favorite eateries, discuss our quest for the perfect burger, and explore local hiking spots with the pups. Links: Our Florida Airbnb. Book a stay here. 2 queens~2 twins~quiet~central. https://airbnb.com/h/th…
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Amid quickly changing technology and social trends, criminals are constantly developing new methods of defrauding consumers. In this bonus episode, Bob talks with Amy Nofziger of the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline to discuss six of the fastest-growing scams. These include new forms of check fraud, celebrity impersonation, sweepstakes and grandpa…
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Do you compare yourself to other entrepreneurs and find that sometimes you don’t measure up? I’m here to remind you that it’s normal. Everyone is a bit of a mess, and that’s okay. This episode will inspire you to embrace where you're at, love your business, and take decisive action. Tune in for a dose of empathy, gratitude, and a reminder that you …
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In this episode Conrad and Paul talk about changes happening in 2024 including 'cookies' going away (or are they), third-party tracking, email DNS verifications, privacy-first rules and more. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing Google Analytics 4 Cookies Email DNS changes 🔗 Co…
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In this episode, we continue our accountability group series by introducing you to Heather Bourque, an artist from Halifax, Nova Scotia in Canada, who illustrates her love of coastal living and travel through her wholesale and retail online shop, Paper and Wings. We travel deep into Heather’s world of creating and distributing wholesale products al…
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This week, we had the privilege of chatting with Rosa Dostilio, the owner of Ruby’s Home Cleaning. Rosa has identified a distinctive niche within her industry, blending her hospitality expertise with meticulous cleaning services tailored specifically for vacation rentals in the Asheville and surrounding areas. LINKS: Ruby’s Home Cleaning https://ww…
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The criminal side of the internet, the Dark Web, is unknown to most of us. This week’s guest, criminologist David Maimon, takes us behind the curtain into a world where criminals talk to one another anonymously and the personal identifying information of thousands of unsuspecting victims is up for sale. Learn how Maimon’s research warns of emerging…
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One of the most painful places to be in business is when you have lost all forward momentum. You look at your pipeline for clients and it is empty. This is especially challenging to navigate after you lose an important client, several proposals get rejected or it feels like everyone is 👻 ghosting you. Where do you even start? And what can you do to…
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Join me and the one and only Charlie Day, Queen of sales, as we talk about why sales is the most important part of running a business. You can find Charlie here: Instagram Facebook Group 50 Ways To Get More Leads FREEBIE - Charlie's book recommendation: $100M Leads on Amazon (Affiliate Link) Charlie's podcast recommendation: The Rachel Hollis Podca…
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In this episode Conrad and Paul talk about the growing point of every vacation rental business - $200k in gross revenue and bookings. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing 🔗 Connect With BuildUp Bookings Website Facebook Page Instagram Twitter 🚀 About BuildUp Bookings BuildUp Bo…
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This week, we explore the world of boutique cooking classes with Ofri Hirsch, founder of Asheville Mountain Kitchen. Ofri discusses her diverse knowledge of different types of cuisines and how her boutique cooking classes came to be. Interested in booking a class? Us too! Listen in to find out how. LINKS: Asheville Mountain Kitchen https://www.ashe…
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After a divorce, Nancy moves to North Carolina and takes a job as a caregiver for older patients who are in poor health. The work is rewarding but challenging, and to help her unwind after long days, a roommate introduces her to Korean television dramas. She becomes a fan of one actor in particular, Paul Ahn, and follows him on social media. So she…
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Let’s diagnose whether or not you have a sales problem in your service based business. Sales is an umbrella term for a function in your business that has many facets. Are you struggling more to get leads or to convert leads you have into clients? 🎯 In this episode, we go deep on the three most often overlooked elements in the sales offer: specifici…
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How To Get People On Your Side When You're Part Of A Community! Harmony Business Podcast - Local LegendsCreate Harmony Within Your Business With Easy To Implement Tips and Real-Life Biz Stories! S2 | E13 - Mark Mastershttps://youtu.be/fDLzSN3FP0M Get your headphones ready and your notepads out, because episode 13 of Local Legends is here to shake t…
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In this episode Conrad and Paul break down the key to making a great offer to drive more lead gen for vacation rental homeowners. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing 🔗 Connect With BuildUp Bookings Website Facebook Page Instagram Twitter 🚀 About BuildUp Bookings BuildUp Bookin…
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Join us this week as we chat about what we have been up to. Traveling out of the state, discovering new small businesses, & exploring nearby towns. Plus, are fully booked with podcast guest interviews this week. Woo hoo! Our Airbnb. Book a stay here. 2 queens~2 twins~quiet~central. https://airbnb.com/h/thelynwoodlounge Fine and Danjee-Website https…
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Marlene is suffering from terrible back pain and preparing to have surgery in a few days when her computer suddenly begins flashing a fraud warning. The tech support operator tells her that her account has been compromised. Fearing the money she needs for her surgery will be lost, she pushes through the blinding pain and races to her bank and a cry…
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The most common area new clients rank as needing 🔥 urgent help with is marketing. They report they aren’t doing enough marketing. They don’t have a real plan. Or their current marketing plan isn’t working. 🧐 But, 9 times out of 10, they DON’T have a marketing problem. In today’s episode, Elizabeth Cook, coaches with me in our Six Figures Lab group …
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Join me and Lara, as we chat about building a business that works for her and fighting the inner demons that come when you start putting yourself out there! You can find Lara here: Instagram Facebook Facebook Group Ideal Customer Avatar Freebie - Lara's book recommendation: Everything is figureoutable on Amazon (Affiliate Link) Lara's podcast recom…
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In this episode Conrad and Paul explore naming and branding a vacation rental company as a way to make a brand that is SMILE worthy and not SCRATCH worthy. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing Buy This Book Too: Hello, My Name Is Awesome: How to Create Brand Names That Stick 🔗 …
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Welcome to the gateway of transformation for your New Earth Business Journey – "The Mindful Business Maintenance Membership". This is your exclusive ticket to not just maintaining, but actively elevating your business with a support system that's nothing short of robust. Dive into monthly group learning calls, where knowledge and camaraderie bloom.…
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This week, we sit down with local artist, Glenn Case. With a repertoire spanning from breathtaking murals to intricately framed art, Glenn's artistic prowess knows no bounds. He’s traveled the globe with his craft, and now he’s back home in Asheville, NC! From the streets to the galleries, he continues to captivate and inspire. We had a blast, unco…
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Employment scams are one of the fastest growing types of fraud. The recent surge can be traced to several post-pandemic factors that make these crimes even easier for criminals. In this episode, we will hear from a job seeker and an employer who’ve both been affected, as well as an expert who shares the red flags job seekers should be on the alert …
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The fresh energy of Spring is blooming all around me and it has made me excited to set some very big goals for 🌷Q2. You can harness this energy around you too and join me in a Six Week Sprint. Go to bizchix.com/sprint for our free worksheet to guide and document your sprint. 🏃‍♀️A sprint will be especially useful if you have had a 😓tough Q1 (many p…
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In this episode Conrad and Paul dive into some fun and engaging social media posts from "Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing" that have proven to work very well for other vacation rental managers at scaling their social media followings. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing Vin…
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Join us this week as we chat with Joe Campbell from Golden Goat Gallery in Swannanoa, NC. Joe tells us all about their cannabis goodies and new adaptogen offerings (not to mention, the wildest international snacks you've ever tasted). Find out where to score your stash and snack like a boss. This episode is all about chill vibes, good times, and di…
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In Part 2 of this 2021 episode, young ICU nurse Whitney Kirkpatrick’s life is turned upside down when the police show up at her door looking for her boyfriend of nine months, Gregory Thomas. He is not the wealthy, successful oil executive he claims to be. Instead, Gregory has spun an elaborate web of lies — and he’s been funding his extravagant lif…
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Have you noticed that the longer you do the same type of work, the more efficient you get? That is why charging hourly or selling a package of hours starts to feel less great over time. We teach our clients to create either a monthly or a high ticket project business model based on the deliverables not based on the number of hours it takes This wor…
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Join me and Emily, as we talk about the rollercoaster that is running a small business and why it's so important to have more than one form of income stream! You can find Emily here: Instagram Website Youtube Patreon - Emily doesn't have a book recommendation but said that Masterclass is fab Emily's podcast recommendation: On Purpose with Jay Shett…
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Rachel, owner Crossfit Kailua, has a big focus on community. Listen to her story about how she “just happened” to take it over just before COVID shut downs, how she stayed a float. CrossFit Kailua has been offering group functional fitness classes in Kailua, Oahu since 2011! We bring fitness that is fun and challenging to anyone of all ages, gender…
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In this episode Conrad and Paul talk about what a CRM is, why you should use one for both owners and guest marketing and what the key parts of CRM marketing are. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing Vintory CRM Hubspot Mailchimp 🔗 Connect With BuildUp Bookings Website Facebook …
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In episode 49, we introduced you to Elizabeth Silver, a surface pattern designer and educator who is the creator of a fantastic course called Start Your Surface Pattern Business. This week, Elizabeth is back to talk to us about reasons you might not be getting your art in front of potential paying clients. We know you'll love Elizabeth's frank, no …
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This week, we caught up with old friends over drinks and a fantastic dinner, discovering a new favorite foodie hotspot along the way. We can’t wait to share our find with others! Plus, get ready for an exciting lineup of guests joining us on the show next month. Stay tuned for more delicious adventures and engaging conversations! Links: Fine and Da…
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In this 2021 episode, recent graduate Whitney Kirkpatrick is starting her career as a nurse when she meets Gregory Thomas, young and driven, and already the CEO of an oil company. His Southern charm, ambition and lavish lifestyle win over Whitney, her friends and her family. Then strange things begin to happen: large withdrawals from her bank accou…
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🏁 Ready for a training that is the OPPOSITE of what most people teach? Instead of focusing solely on growing an online presence, I walk you through the game-changing strategy of MERGING LOCAL networking with ONLINE engagement, with a special focus on harnessing the power of LinkedIn. You will hear actionable tips for connecting locally, leveraging …
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Join me and Jane as we chat about the ups and downs of running a business and why it's important to be proud of yourself no matter what. You can find Jane here: Instagram Website - Jane's book recommendation: The 5 Second Rule on Amazon (Affiliate Link) & The High 5 Habit on Amazon (Affiliate Link) Jane's podcast recommendation: She Means Business …
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In this episode Conrad and Paul talk about the starting point in any vacation rental business - the 'featherweight' stage starting from $0 up to $200k in gross booking revenue. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing 🔗 Connect With BuildUp Bookings Website Facebook Page Instagram …
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Dive into our latest episode as we uncover the eclectic charm of Asheville!From savoring the perfect pairing of pizza & beer to indulging in literary delights with books & wine, we’re adding new favorites to our list of must-visit spots. Our studio is buzzing with excitement, ready to welcome new guests. And of course, no adventure is complete with…
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