Random Observations on Art, Photography, and the Creative Process. These talks focus on the creative process in fine art photography. LensWork editor Brooks Jensen side-steps techno-talk and artspeak to offer a stimulating mix of ideas, experience, and observations from his 50 years as a fine art photographer, writer, and publisher. Topics include a wide range of subjects from finding subject matter to presenting your work, and building an audience. Included in this RSS Feed are the LensWork ...
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Every company has a story. Learn the playbooks that built the world’s greatest companies — and how you can apply them as a founder, operator, or investor.
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Welcome to Chronicles & Coffee, a show dedicated to writers, readers, and book lovers! Grab a cup of your favorite drink and tune in weekly to book talks, writing advice, interviews with pupils in the industry, and so much more. Oh, and by the way, all from a young woman's perspective. Join me in a casual conversation about the book industry and let's grow together!
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Garlic Marketing Show
Video Marketing Expert Ian Garlic discusses whats working RIGHT now with top marketers, their stories of failure and success. Ian also works live to create video marketing strategies.
In a world full of business “Gurus” and “marketing experts” one man seeks the latest marketing techniques that are actually working, plus finds the real stories of triumph and failure from those REALLY doing it. Guests like #1 Marketer Neil Patel, Tucker Max, Ryan Deiss from Digital Marketer, Michael Port and many, many more… Ian Garlic has hands on helped hundreds of businesses with marketing strategy and execution. As CEO of authenticWEB, Ian launched hundreds of websites, produced even mo ...
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Women's Motorsports Network Podcast shares the stories of women involved in motorsports from around the world. My first episode was in 2018 and I continue to add new episodes each week. Feel free to suggest potential guests to me at iwmanation@gmail.com Melinda Russell
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The Artelligence Podcast presented by LiveArt unpacks the mysteries of the global art market through interviews with collectors, dealers, auction house specialists, lawyers, art advisors, and the myriad individuals who make the art market a beguiling mixture of sublime beauty and commercial acumen.
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Greg Brooks on Amazing CHAT GPT Prompts for Future Proofing Your SEO Content
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SEO Pros, Listen Up! 📢 Just had a mind-blowing chat with Greg Brooks, the SEO genius behind SearchTides. 🤯 If you're not familiar, SearchTides is your one-stop shop for navigating the wild world of AI and SEO. Greg dropped some serious knowledge bombs about the AI revolution (it's HERE, and it's changing the search game), ChatGPT 10.0 (it's coming,…
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HT1932 - Covid Break Doggone it, I've come down with Covid. After 1,931 days in a row without missing a single day, I'm needing to take a few days off to rest and recover. Hopefully, I be back in a few days rarin' to go. In the meantime, not a bad time to scan back and see if there are any episodes you missed..…
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HT1931 - Loosen Up I'm here for a 5-hour layover at the Denver Airport. I was tempted to not record any comments in the hubbub of the airport background noise, but that led to an interesting train of thought. All 1900+ episodes of Here's a Thought . . . are available in their entirety to members of LensWork Online, our extensive resource library of…
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HT1930 - Your Signature It's customary to sign your finished prints in the lower right hand corner. Some people sign on the mat board, others sign on the print itself, some sign on the back of the print. They're various strategies and various philosophies about this. But what does it actually mean when you sign your print? All previous episodes of …
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HT1929 - Choose Your Mentors Wisely We are memetic creatures. We learn by observing others and then by copying what we see. This is most visible in babies and toddlers, but is equally true of artists and photographers.By Brooks Jensen
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HT1928 - Photography and Philosophy Photography may not be the best medium for philosophy, but that doesn't mean that photography isn't guided, shaped, informed, influenced by a philosophical background. Said another way, art is the marriage between images and ideas. It's easy to see that photography without an image is not art. It's much more diff…
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HT1927 - Fame vs Merit Have you ever noticed how difficult it is for most unknown photographers to get published? In one of those dirty little secrets of the publishing industry, most magazines choose to publish the photographs of famous photographers because they want to ride the coattails of the famous individual. Needless to say, here at LensWor…
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HT1926 - Good Teachers, Better Teachers Having been a participant in workshops for 50 years (both as a student and as an instructor), I come to recognize that there are two types of instruction that are most prevalent. There are instructors who teach how to make images like they make. Then there are instructors who help you make the images that you…
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LW1405 - Others Have Already Done It, But No One Has Done Yours
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LW1406 - Active Viewing with Huntington Witherill A conversation with Huntington Witherill about a logical flaw in my current Editor's Comments in LensWork #168. All previous episodes of our weekly podcast are available to members of LensWork Online. 30-day Trial Memberships are only $10. Instant access, terabytes of content, inspiration and ideas …
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Monkees Transforms Franchisee Email Marketing by Connecting Heartland to Klaviyo
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We're thrilled to have Joe Rollinson, the brain behind Best Worlds and CartSave.io, with us today. 🛒 Joe dives deep into how integrating Wine Direct and managing a whopping 4 million tickets into Klaviyo has revolutionized identifying and targeting big spenders—or as he likes to call them, "whales." Plus, he shares a super simple tip: a clever pop-…
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Starbucks. You’d be hard pressed to name any brand that’s more ubiquitous in the world today. With nearly half a billion global customer purchases per week across its stores and 3rd party retail channels, a significant portion of the human population gets their daily fix in the green and white paper cup. (Including our own Ben Gilbert who famously …
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Jeffrey Barnes On Walt Disney’s REAL Super Power and How to Use it As Your Business
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Jeffrey Barnes, a seasoned educator who turned his passion for Walt Disney's legacy into the world’s first college course on the history of Disneyland. Jeffrey shares his journey from teaching U.S. history and government to writing his influential books, "The Wisdom of Walt" and its sequel. Despite not knowing how to write a book initially and faci…
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LinkedIn Lurkers for Leads: Land Bigger Clients with Sarah Noel Block
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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by work to the point where you think you can't handle it anymore because you're burned out? If you're an agency owner, do you check if your team is experiencing burnout? If not, then you should listen to this episode with Sarah Noel Block, founder of Tiny Marketing. Sarah is your marketing strategist! She has been featu…
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Navid of AI Creator School Innovative Approach to AI-Amplified Content Creation and the AI-aided Strategies for Successful Summits
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In today's digital age, creators are constantly looking for new ways to innovate and stay ahead of the curve. One increasingly powerful tool at their disposal is artificial intelligence (AI). Navid Moazzez, the founder of CreatorSchool.ai and the recent AI for Creator Summit, is a leading expert on how creators can leverage AI to streamline their w…
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The Secrets to Discovering the Million Dollar Book to Your Business
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Ever thought about writing a book to boost your business? Dive into a conversation with Ian Garlic and marketing whiz Steve Gordon as they explore the strategic power of authorship. Learn how your book can do more than tell a story—it can attract clients and build your authority. Interested in turning your expertise into a client magnet? Check out …
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Brady Jensen on Misguided SaaS Marketing Strategies Threatening Businesses
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We are joined by Brady Jensen from Aggregate Insights. He dive into the importance of having a concrete understanding of your target audience and the marketplace, the costly effects of having an outdated tech stack, marketing and sales infighting, and nonstrategic personas and positioning. Brady also emphasizes recognizing the value of feedback, th…
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Overcome Your Fear of Selling by Cracking the Sales Code with ’Selling With Dignity’ Author, Harry Spaight
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In this episode,we tackle the common issues that consultants face when selling, joined by special guest Harry Spaight, the author of 'Selling With Dignity.' This discussion reveals why people hate selling along with strategies to overcome this adversity, shedding light on effective techniques such as selling with dignity and how listening plays an …
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Forget the Galas and 5Ks - Donor-Centric Fundraising Could Unlock Nonprofit Growth
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Greg Warner from MarketSmart to discuss the current struggles in non-profit fundraising and how to pivot to a donor-driven approach. Greg shares his journey from running a marketing agency to developing solutions specifically for non-profit fundraising. He elaborates on strategies such as enhancing donation value, personalizing donor experiences, a…
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Ian Garlic Breaks Down Green Cardigan Digital Agency Website and Gives Recommendation
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Dive into a session where Ian Garlic critically examines the strategies behind Green Cardigan Marketing, led by the adept Ashley Robinson. Specializing in organic digital marketing, they've carved a niche in elevating law firms in specialized areas like family, estate, and personal injury law. Imagine applying these expert SEO and marketing techniq…
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Episode 263: Deni Jensen, Female Trailblazer in Drag Racing
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Send us a Text Message. Deni Jensen is a renowned figure in the drag racing world, originally from northwest Arkansas. She cultivated her love for the high-octane sport through her father's teachings and intensified her skills under the mentorship of high-profile racers like Frank Hawley and Randy Meyer. With a strong belief in the empowerment and …
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EPISODE 264: Drifting: The art of controlled chaos with MacKenzie Nelson, Sara Lancaster and Tasha Cosgrove April 23 2024
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Send us a Text Message. MacKenzie Nelson, Sara Lancaster and Tasha Cosgrove are three women with a deep-seated passion for the exhilarating world of motorsports, specifically drifting. MacKenzie's perspective, shaped by her journey and experiences at the Brainerd International Raceway, emphasizes the importance of practice and experience in driftin…
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The Impact of YouTube on Business Growth and How Marty McDonald Built Bad Rhino Marketing and Attracted Major Clients
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We delve into how Marty leveraged YouTube to skyrocket his agency, Bad Rhino, through strategic video content, even amidst the pandemic chaos. From losing a big contract to clinching major clients, Marty's journey is a testament to the power of targeted video marketing. 📈🎬 Catch the full scoop on our strategies and the impact of YouTube on business…
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Microsoft. After nearly a decade of Acquired episodes, we are finally ready to tackle the most valuable company ever created. The company that put a computer on every desk and in every home. The company that invented the software business model. The company that so thoroughly and completely dominated every conceivable competitor that the United Sta…
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AI to Create a Full Marketing Campaign in 20 Minutes with Nathan Schlaffer
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Nathan Schlaffer from Marketing Mate into the world of AI and its implications in B2B marketing and sales. We discuss how a SaaS company used AI to generate marketing materials swiftly, how to make AI's role in your marketing effective, overcome challenges, and avoid mistakes in AI usage. Additionally, we explore the more complex aspects like preve…
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EPISODE 262: Bree Sandlin is Driving Change for Women in Motorsports
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Send us a Text Message. Bree Sandlin, the Vice President of Marketing for Lubricants for North America at Shell, has a rich background in the lubricant and car care industry, starting her journey in corporate litigation consulting before transitioning to marketing at Bayer and eventually landing at Shell in 2005. Her passion for motorsports, reflec…
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$16 Million in Courses Through Strategic Partnerships Kevin Thompson Sold
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Kevin Thompson shares his business journey about how he generated millions in courses through strategic partnerships and the importance of overdelivering value. He discusses his business success through actively nurturing relationships and provides critical insight into his impactful 'Active Appreciation Challenge.' Kevin also shares about his podc…
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Prospecting B2B Companies for Consultants and Agencies in 2024 with David Newman
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Do you ever feel like you should ease off the gas when uncertainty hits? 😣 Most agencies make this mistake but success requires leaning IN! David Newman, Founder of the Do It! (DoIT! MBA), about why consultants and agencies need to double down on growth right now despite uncertainty. Discover two essential strategies to unlock B2B prospecting succe…
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Trailblazing Slinger Speedway--1st Female Safety Director in Motorsports Shelley Greenwald
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Send us a Text Message. Shelley Greenwald is an accomplished safety director at Slinger Speedway, with a rich background in emergency response and healthcare that includes service as a registered nurse at St. Luke's Hospital and as a firefighter and paramedic in Sussex, Wisconsin. Greenwald views her role as a safety director through a lens of tena…
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Double Your Profits with Streamlined Systems with Adi Klevit
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Ready to give your agency's approach a serious upgrade? This week, we're diving into the world of effective business systems with the brilliant Adi Klevit. Forget the old sales funnel vision; we’re talking about transforming your strategies to nurture and convert leads more efficiently than ever. And there’s a special segment on client onboarding t…
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From Volunteer to Race Director: Emily Heisler's Inspirational Journey
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Send us a Text Message. Emily Heisler, a 27-year-old Wisconsin resident and Race Director for the Mid-Am Series, has a profound passion for motorsports, a journey that started as a volunteer and photographer. Emily's perspective on women in motorsport, shaped by a decade of dedication and hard work, revolves around passion, dedication, and gratitud…
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Attracting Younger Audiences to Motorsports Through Social Media with Brooke Pulice, Great Lakes Super Sprints
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Send us a Text Message. Brooke Pulice, a graduate of Saginaw Valley State University, brings her expertise in marketing and sales to Great Lakes Super Sprints as their social media and PR manager. Possessing a deep passion for motorsports sparked during a college marketing class, Pulice uses her role to promote the exhilarating sport of sprint raci…
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Optimizing Athletic Success Through Mental Coaching with Shayne McGowan
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Send us a Text Message. Shayne McGowan, a sports performance expert specializing in the mental aspect of athletic success, is known for his work under Mental Edge Performance, a service he founded to help athletes enhance their mental game in sports, particularly in motorsport. McGowan’s perspective on women in motorsport encourages equality and in…
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Supercharge Tradeshow Booth Engagement with Out of the Box Video and Photography
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Devin Herz, a true wizard when it comes to lighting up trade shows with the latest tech, and Michelle from Christie's Photographic Solutions, who brings over 40 years of capturing moments that make hearts skip a beat. They didn't just share tips; they shared a vision for making trade shows unforgettable. Imagine turning heads with dazzling LED disp…
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Preserving Lost Speedways: Paige Verney's Inspiring Mission
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Send us a Text Message. Paige Verney, a dedicated mother and racing enthusiast, is the founder of Maine's Lost Speedways. Alongside her role as a stay-at-home mom, she passionately pursues the history of lost speedways, particularly in Maine, and shares her insights on social media platforms such as Maine's Lost Speedway's Facebook page. Verney emp…
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Guide to Tradeshow Success with Rob Vernon, 2024 Strategies for Booth Design and Sales
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In the world of trade shows, Digital Arts Imaging stands as a beacon of expertise with over 25 years in the field. Led by Rob Vernon, this team knows how to elevate your brand. From carefully choosing the right venue to creating eye-catching, color-coded booth designs, they've helped clients double their business in just five years. Specialized in …
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Renaissance Technologies is the best performing investment firm of all time. And yet no one at RenTec would consider themselves an “investor”, at least in any traditional sense of the word. It’d rather be more accurate to call them scientists — scientists who’ve discovered a system of math, computers and artificial intelligence that has evolved int…
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Women in Motorsports with Taylor Kitchen: Breaking Barriers and Making History
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Send us a Text Message. Taylor Kitchen, a dynamic individual with a background in PR and marketing, hails from a small town where she grew up as a triplet before finding her passion in the male-dominated field of motorsports. Her perspective on women's role in this industry is firmly rooted in the belief of empowerment, highlighting their fearless …
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In luxury, there’s Hermès… and there’s everyone else. Stewarded by one French family over six generations, Hermès sells the absolute pinnacle of the French luxury dream. Loyal clients will wait years simply for the opportunity to buy one of the company’s flagship Birkin or Kelly bags. Unlike every other luxury brand, Hermès: Doesn’t increase supply…
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The Ultimate Guide to Hartford Speedway with Co-Owner Leah Dibble
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Send us a Text Message. Leah Dibble, a fervent racing enthusiast and co-owner of the Hartford Speedway, has a rich background in demolition derbies and a shared passion for asphalt racing with her husband, Tim. Leah's perspective on the Hartford Speedway is one of immense pride and dedication, as she and Tim constantly strive to enhance the racing …
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Stories from WMN-Featuring Bree Arnold from Sept 2023 Issue
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Send us a Text Message. Stories from Women's Motorsports Network (WMN) Founder Melinda Russell reads the stories of women that have been featured in the WMN News online magazine. Support the Show.By Melinda Russell
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Last year Novo Nordisk, the Danish pharmaceutical company behind Ozempic and Wegovy, overtook LVMH to become Europe’s most valuable company. And the pull for Acquired to finally tackle healthcare (18% of US GDP!) became too strong for us to resist. While we didn’t know much about Novo Nordisk before diving in, our first thought was, “wow, seems lik…
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Shortcut to Building Your Coaching /Consulting Business with Mark Porteus of The Soulful Leadership Retreat
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Mark Porteous, known as “The Soul Connector”, is a Joint Venture Strategist, Affiliate Concierge, and co-founder of the Soul Affiliate Alliance and the Joint Venture Directory. He is a master of relationship marketing and joint ventures, Mark shares his insights on how you can build your coaching, consulting business, and more without spending a to…
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