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We understand the value of a good mentor. Our hope is to provide bite-sized content that resonates with anyone wanting to learn more about business, make a shift in their career, start their own business, or just tune in for a few laughs. Our purpose is to educate and inspire you through personal experiences, as well as other industry experts and their stories.
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On today's episode we're sitting down with Ashley Delaney from Loyal Brand co. Sue and Jena have worked with Ashley in the corporate world, through Good People Consulting with various clients, and now Sue and Ashley are bringing a variety of workshops at CO+ in Halifax and online. This episode is focused on business and brand strategy through Ashle…
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On today's episode we were inspired by an Wall Street Journal article about airbnb's new marketing strategy involving more brand marketing and as a result it enabled them to lower their marketing spend, continue achieving a good ROI and better connect with customers. We're diving into the importance of building an emotional connection with customer…
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On today's episode we're discussing our thoughts on the Tiffany x Nike partnership, the strategic partnership between them and the unexpected backlash on social media. We're also reviewing the hype of Superbowl ads, how brands have learned to maximize their reach, and what we think of some of the best ads.…
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Special guests Katie Zeppieri and Kelly Chase join us to talk about the importance of building a personal brand, how to reinvent yourself, building a business from the ground up, why its important to own your success and why it all starts with confidence.By Jena Waisman and Sue Oland
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On today's episode we're sharing some of our tips to rock your week. Since leaving the 9 to 5, its been a challenge to make sure we're staying on track, are effient with our time, and of course still working towards our bigger goals. As you know, we're learning as we go too, but this is a good place to start. So, ask yourself, are you busy, or are …
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Sylvia Beirnes, a maritime made entrepreneur and co-creator of @CanadianContentStudios, joins us to talk about her career journey and how she knew she was born for the entertainment industry, her out-of-the-box ideas that stuck success, and what she's up to now. Check out: www.canadiancontentstudios.com…
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On today's episode Scott McGaw joins us from Meridia Recruitment. Scott is a partner at Meridia with over 10 years of experience in the recruitment world. He's a natural problem solver, and focuses on building strong client and candidate relationships and has a track record of results that exceed expectations. Today he's talking about his experienc…
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On today's solo episode, we're talking about the importance of taking risks through your career. Whether it's starting a new job, launching a business, or perhaps leaving a job that wasn't quite right for you, we know that with every risk comes opportunity. Tune in to learn why its important to set your own definition of success, why its okay to sh…
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On today's episode, Sarah Krafman joins us to talk about building a successful brand. Sarah is the Senior Director of Brand Strategy and Communication at Endy. We'll be talking about how she started with the company, importance of brand, the power of influencer marketing, innovative thinking, and some exciting new products Endy has brought to homes…
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On today's episode Nancy Dibblee and Sarah Schlender join us to talk about their experience building both of their successful businesses in the real estate and home design space. They share their experience on taking risks, building a personal brand, working through the challenges of a global pandemic and balancing a career and motherhood. Fine Int…
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Wow. Season one has come to an end! What a great ride. Thank you to everyone who kept up with us every Monday, we appreciate you all. On today’s episode, we wanted to answer your questions regarding tips for starting a business, how to stay inspired, and how COVID has made us all think a little differently. We also chat about some of the learnings …
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It sounds simple - a plan for your business? Annually? Yes. Through our experience, having a strategic plan has helped us outline the long term strategy for the brands that we’ve worked with. On this episode, we’re diving into the importance of having an annual plan and strategic plan for your business, the benefits you’ll reap, how to measure and …
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Phill is back for another episode, but this time he’s in the guest spot. He talks to us about the importance of setting the right goals, leadership tips anyone can use, tips on how to set expectations and have hard conversations, how to work smarter, and why he’ll never work a 9-5. If you're enjoying the podcast - share this episode with friends an…
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On another episode of Closed Door Conversations (que the jingle), Phil Waisman is joining us as our guest host to talk about part two of the lessons we’ve learned through our career. We’re talking about the importance of knowing what you’re good at and working with people with different strengths, things to keep in mind when you’re transitioning to…
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On Closed Door Conversations we talk a lot about the importance of creating an experience for your customer, and being thoughtful in your process. On today’s bonus episode we’re talking about some of the local businesses that we love and why. Not only do they have great products, but they create a simple process of their customers that creates a me…
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Closed Door Conversations is all about the really reals. On this episode, we’re bringing the unfiltered lessons we’ve learned through our career as we talk about why it's important to have confidence in yourself, stay grounded in facts, stay in your lane and understand that not everyone will appreciate your work. We often talk about the lessons we …
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Sue attended The Gathering, a virtual event to learn more about brand, marketing and business. We’re diving into the learnings from some of the strongest brands like Peleton, Netflix and Traeger Grills and discussing the importance of being transparent and authentic, creating impactful moments, being thoughtful through your media strategies and the…
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Mother’s Day – a little reminder to give thanks to the women who built us. Jena and Sue talk about lessons from their Moms through the years. They laugh, cry and most importantly provide lessons they learned, which sounds like a typical Monday episode. Tune in to hear some funny stories, values they’ve learned, why they love their moms so much and …
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Dave Culligan is an entrepreneur, content creator, creative thinker, and inspiring leader. As the founder of Threesixfive media, Dave tells us the story of starting his business and discovering a niche market, the importance of building a strong personal brand and how that can impact your business and why its important to be authentic and stay focu…
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Everyone’s heard of the Kardashian’s, but how did they become an international brand? And, Ryan Reynold’s is mostly known as an award-winning actor, but also happens to be one of the funniest, smartest and most strategic marketers today. On today’s episode, Jena and Sue are diving into the value of knowing your purpose, staying true to who you are,…
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At the end of the day, leadership and managing people are learning experiences. Jena and Sue dive into tips that every aspiring leader and manager should know as they talk about their personal experiences and what has helped shaped them today. They discuss lessons (good and bad), people who have played a role in their careers, why it is important t…
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Starting a business is never easy, but it is always worth it. Sue and Jena dive into the really reals of their experiences. They talk about their biggest challenges, lessons learned, and tips they wish they had known. At two completely different stages of their lives, and quite opposite industries, they bring you unique perspectives that will help …
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Closed Door Conversations are all about the really reals. This week, Jena and Sue put listeners in the drivers seat and answered their questions about career, marketing, branding, and any situations they were in that warranted some advice. They go through real questions from their listeners and provide advice from their experience. If you're enjoyi…
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Have you ever purchased something because someone else recommended it? Then you have been influenced! Jena and Sue dive into their take on influencer marketing and why they feel it is one of the most powerful tools for brands to use in their strategies. They talk about the importance of authenticity, tying it back to your brand strategy, and how to…
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Sue and Jena have a broad background in marketing. But, they do not stop there. They are digging deeper into what marketing actually means and why there could be a better word to describe the industry. They talk about their experiences in the industry, what led them to have a deeper understanding of the field, how brand strategy can accelerate your…
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Jena and Sue talk about their work experiences and provide valuable tips to take with you through your career. They talk about the importance of having a plan, how to know if you are at the right organization, and what advice you need if you are contemplating a change. Whether you love what you do, are wanting to take it to the next level, are star…
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Meet your hosts: Jena and Sue. These two have redefined what it means to be a mentor. As two marketing and branding professionals, they are in completely different places in their careers. Tune in to hear how they met, what brought them together, and why they started "Closed Door Conversations." They explain the importance of learning from others, …
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Welcome to Closed Door Conversations. We understand the value of a good mentor. Our hope is to provide bite-sized content that resonates with anyone wanting to learn more about business, make a shift in their career, start their own business, or just tune in for a few laughs. Our purpose is to educate and inspire you through personal experiences, a…
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Peter Molyneux is the captain who won't go down with his ship, but people keep giving him more ships. Sledgehammer Games made the very strange decision of banning people for doing things in Call of Duty that it was built to do. Alon played a game through Twitch. Oh, and we're calling it. Last show. We love you. Thanks for all the fish.…
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