Best Mark Bayer Podcasts (2024)

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VRS577 - Strength in Numbers: The Power of Local Alliances in the Vacation Rental Industry with Julie Marks of VTSTRA 53:51

1d ago53:51

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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, host Heather Bayer sits down with Julie Marks from the Vermont Short-Term Rental Association (VTSTRA) to discuss the importance of local alliances, networking, and navigating regulations in the short-term rental industry. Julie Marks is a dedicated homesteader who began her journey into the va…

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258: Obama’s Speechwriter: Working in the West Wing, Speeches that Make History, and Becoming a Confident Speaker. Terry Szuplat 39:30

3h ago39:30

39:30

In today’s episode, one of Barack Obama’s longest-serving speechwriters reveals the public speaking lessons that will help you become a more confident and compelling communicator and leader. For 8 years, Terry Szuplat worked on hundreds of speeches for President Obama. He served as a special assistant to the president, and from 2013 to 2017 he was …

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Navigating the Academic Job Market Like an Insider with Emmanuel Tsekleves, Ph.D. 15:40

4h ago15:40

15:40

Episode Summary: This insightful episode features Emmanuel Tsekleves, Ph.D., a full professor at Lancaster University and research director in Lancashire, England. Emmanuel shares his personal journey from Ph.D. graduate to full professor by age 40 and offers invaluable advice on how Ph.D. candidates, postdocs, and early-career academics can succes…

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Burma Chronicles & Panama Tales 59:06

2h ago59:06

59:06

“He bears witness - in a very disarming way - what's really going on in this country.” “It’s often expressed without a single word, vivid enough that It hits a bit differently — It's not sugar coated — this is what they're up against.” BURMA CHRONICLES is the 2007 graphic travelog by French-Canadian cartoonist Guy Delisle — which presents a persona…

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257: The Laws of Connection That Will Transform Your Life. David Robson 55:59

8d ago55:59

55:59

Have you ever left a conversation doubting whether the other person liked you? You’re not alone—it’s called the Liking Gap. This week on Speak Like a CEO, Oliver Aust is joined by David Robson, author of the global bestsellers The Laws of Connection, The Expectation Effect, and The Intelligence Trap, and journalist and science writer for the BBC. D…

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VRS576 - Safe Rentals, Secure Profits: Why Safety is the New Selling Point with Justin Ford 57:35

7d ago57:35

57:35

This week brought a 2022 tragedy into focus as two vacation rental property owners plead guilty to multiple misdemeanors and code violations in a fire that killed 2 young women. Sadly, this is just one incident among many that could have been so easily avoided, yet safety in our business remains a topic that gets minimal attention. In this episode,…

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Samantha Avivi, Bayer CMO 41:19

5d ago41:19

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“It's not all a straight line up — there are ups and downs. Success is defined just as much in the times where you struggle and you pick yourself up and you continue going.” Samantha Avivi is the CMO at Bayer Consumer Health, North America. She has over 30 years of experience in 40+ countries, working with some of the world’s largest brands and com…

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256: From Resistance to Results: The Secret Ingredient to Win Over Your Team. Frank Wolf 38:23

13d ago38:23

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When you manage change within a company, the pressure is on. The future of the business may be at stake. So what do you do when your company’s change programs fall flat? This week, Oliver Aust is joined by Frank Wolf to discuss the best approaches to leading organizational change and building a strong narrative. Frank Wolf is the co-founder of Staf…

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VRS575 - Unlocking Expertise: How Fractional Executives are Transforming Vacation Rentals with Alex O Husner and Michelle Marquis 58:01

14d ago58:01

58:01

We all know about virtual assistants and how valuable they can be to a company looking for flexible, short-term or part-time help with guest services, administrative tasks and social media management. But what if you need more executive level assistance but aren’t ready to take on someone full-time? This is where fractional leaders come into their …

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Mark Ciccone, Author of ‘Obelisk Odyssey’ 48:10

12d ago48:10

48:10

“ These obelisks are the world's first globally distributed product. Layers and layers of history - these obelisks moved around and stand in modern societies — that's a story to tell.” Mark Ciccone is a P&G Alum and author of the new book “OBELISK ODYSSEY: 26 Ancient Monoliths, 4 Continents, and 1 Monumental Search for Meaning.” With a presence on …

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255: How to Become a Creative Leader. Josef Brunner 51:05

16d ago51:05

51:05

Our world is changing fast. So how do we create something unique that will stand the test of time? This week, Oliver Aust is joined by Josef Brunner on Speak Like a CEO to discuss what it takes to lead creatively. As the founder and CEO of NutriUnited and a seasoned entrepreneur with two nine-figure exits, Josef shares why authenticity is so import…

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VRS574 - Storytelling Strategies to Elevate Your Vacation Rental Business 53:04

22d ago53:04

53:04

Jeff Bartsch has edited over 100 episodes of the hit show, American Ninja Warrior, over the last 11 years. He says that when you can take five hours of video footage and create a 90-second piece that shows who the contestant is, what they do, and why they are so different, it makes a powerful piece of content. And now he’s joining Heather to talk a…

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254: How to 10X Your Story. Michael Margolis 1:09:41

28d ago1:09:41

1:09:41

Why is it so hard for disruptive technologies to be accepted? This week, Oliver is joined by Michael Margolis, author of “Story 10X”, a leading advisor to many of the world’s largest tech companies and one of the world’s preeminent experts in storytelling, to discuss the science of change and the power of narrative. Change can often feel like an as…

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VRS573 - From Personal Touch to Operational Success: Innovative Hospitality with Nick Russell 53:16

30d ago53:16

53:16

In this episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, host Heather Bayer sits down with Nick Russell, the COO and VP of The Cottages on the Key, to discuss their unique approach to hospitality that sets them apart in the vacation rental industry. Nick brings a dynamic and personalized approach to vacation rental management. With a background mark…

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Ravi Chaturvedi, P&G’s former President NE Asia 1:00:01

1M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

“There is no bigger weight than the weight of trust. One of my leadership mantras became: You never need to earn my trust. You can only lose it.” Ravi Chaturvedi is an experienced leader with a proven track record of success across seven countries, both developed and developing. Ravi became P&G’s first ever Asian President and member of the Global …

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253: Moment - The Four Foundations of Powerful Speaking. Julian Treasure 9:45

1M ago9:45

9:45

Julian Treasure’s TED Talk “How to speak so that people want to listen” has been viewed over 100 million times and is the 6th most popular TED talk of all time. He shares the four foundations of powerful speaking – easy to memorize thanks to the acronym HAIL – as well as The 7 Deadly Sins of Speaking. This short clip gives you the do’s and don’t of…

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VRS572 - Rethinking Your Vacation Rental Business Model: Insights from Matt Landau 55:58

1M ago55:58

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In this episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, host Heather Bayer sits down with Matt Landau from VRMB (Vacation Rental Marketing Blog) to discuss the importance of creative interventions in the vacation rental industry and how stepping outside of your comfort zone can lead to innovation and growth. Matt Landau, a seasoned thought leader i…

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Mary Carmen Gasco-Buisson, Pandora Jewelry CMO 32:04

1M ago32:04

32:04

“What does balance look like? It doesn't mean 50/50 all the time or 100% and zero. Balance is something that happens over time, it's a flow. It's not just an everyday balance - it's more like an ongoing balance.” Mary Carmen Gasco-Buisson is Pandora Jewelery’s CMO & SVP of Global Business Units, and a member of the company’s Executive Leadership Te…

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252: Speak Like a Scientist 20:34

1M ago20:34

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If you are a scientist, engineer or deal with technical topics, this one's for you. This week Oliver is a guest on Mark Bayer’s When Science Speaks podcast to give you the strategies to create clarity out of complexity. Mark is one of the world’s preeminent experts on science communication who has helped hundreds of scientists to communicate with i…

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VRS571 - Beyond Limits: How Coaching Can Revolutionize Your Vacation Rental Business 53:34

1M ago53:34

53:34

Investing in personal development is a no-brainer for the most successful people in this business. They have mentors; they hire coaches and join mastermind groups, and along the way, transform their mindsets. But how do you know what is right for you? In this episode Heather Bayer talks with Cliff Ravenscraft, a renowned coach, mentor, and mastermi…

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Bob Gilbreath: Mind on your Money, Time & Freedom 22:19

1M ago22:19

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“ Money and time are eerily linked. There's free time, leisure time, time off, flex time, and down time. When we manage ourselves well, we have more freedom and better lives.” Bob Gilbreath is longtime friend of the Pod, and fellow P&G Alum - who's also a repeat startup founder with two exits. His latest post “Mind on your Money, Time and Freedom” …

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251: The 3 Roles of a Leader 38:10

2M ago38:10

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Many leaders spend their time on the wrong tasks and therefore don’t achieve their goals. Oliver Aust explains on the Besser Gründen podcast which leadership skills are essential for a company's success. In this episode (in German), expect to learn: The 3 most essential skills for entrepreneurs and leaders How you can develop and improve these skil…

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VRS570 - The Power of Appreciation: Transforming Your Workplace with Dr. Paul White 49:51

2M ago49:51

49:51

How do you show appreciation to your work colleagues? Do you spend time with them, give them words of praise, give the occasional gift or ask if they need help. You probably do all of the above, but did you know some of your team members will prefer one type of appreciation to another? In this episode Dr. Paul White, a psychologist, author, and spe…

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Bob Gilbreath: Time Management is Mind Management 22:58

2M ago22:58

22:58

"We have more free time than ever — but why does it feel like we are so busy? We have more freedom and decision making options than ever — so we've got to add new programming to our lives." Bob Gilbreath is longtime friend of the Pod, and fellow P&G Alum - who's also a repeat startup founder with two exits. His latest post “Time Management is Mind …

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250: How to Solve a PR Crisis 30:42

2M ago30:42

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How do you handle a PR crisis that could jeopardize your business? This week, Oliver Aust joins Gloria Chou in this episode of “Small Business PR,” to discuss strategies for dealing with PR crises and creating buzz on a budget. Oliver shares his extensive experience in crisis communication and creative PR campaigns. He provides actionable tips for …

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VRS569 - Unlocking Growth in Vacation Rentals Through Franchising with Lukas Krause 53:31

2M ago53:31

53:31

For some aspiring property managers, the challenge of setting up a business, learning the ins and outs of every aspect of operations, marketing and business development, and software setup is a lot to take on. This is where a franchising model can offer a significant advantage. In this episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, host Heather Ba…

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Shaun Rein, China Market Research Group, Founder & Director 57:39

2M ago57:39

57:39

"In your 20s learn how businesses work, how humans work. In your 30s implement your knowledge and make money. And in your 40s start giving back to younger people and society.” Shaun Rein is the Founder and Managing Director of the China Market Research Group (CMR), the world's leading strategic market intelligence firm focused on China. Shaun is in…

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Bridging the Communication Gap: Tips from "Speak Like a CEO" Thought Leader Oliver Aust 20:00

2M ago20:00

20:00

Bridging the Communication Gap for Scientists and Engineers: Insights from “Speak Like a CEO” Thought Leader Oliver Aust In this episode of When Science Speaks, I sit down with Oliver Aust, one of the world’s preeminent experts on leadership communications. Oliver has helped hundreds of founders and CEOs become top 1% communicators, including many …

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249: From Complex to Clear: How to Turn Tech Topics into Captivating Communications. Mark Bayer 43:10

2M ago43:10

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How many times has your technical presentation fallen flat? Or perhaps you have been in the audience and have not understood the subject matter. This week, Oliver is joined by Mark Bayer who shares his expertise on the art of making complex subjects understandable and engaging. Mark is one of the leading experts in the world on how to translate sci…

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VRS568 - The Untapped Market: Boost Bookings with Accessible Vacation Rentals with Adam Norko and Lorraine Woodward 57:25

2M ago57:25

57:25

In this episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, host Heather Bayer discusses the untapped potential of accessibility in vacation rentals with Adam Norko, host of The Art of Hospitality Podcast, and Lorraine Woodward, founder of Becoming rentABLE. What You'll Discover: ● First Mover Advantage: With 26% of the population having a disability, …

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Manreet Sodhi Someshwar, Partition Trilogy author 1:09:36

2M ago1:09:36

1:09:36

”Being a writer is just bloody hard work and passion. It is a kind of madness, which compels you every day to go to say, ‘OK, let's do it again today’ “ Manreet Sodhi Someshwar is the author of nine novels - including the Long Walk Home, Radiance of a Thousand Suns, and most recently the Partition Trilogy - a historical fiction novel series about o…

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Maximizing Mentor Relationships with Bill Mahoney, Ph.D. 15:59

2M ago15:59

15:59

In this episode of 'When Science Speaks, host Mark Bayer talks with Bill Mahoney, Ph.D., Associate Dean of Student and Postdoctoral Affairs at the University of Washington. The discussion centers around the importance of mentorship in academic and professional development. Dr. Mahoney shares valuable insights on how to choose the right mentor, mana…

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248: Say it scared! How to overcome nervousness and become a confident speaker 12:08

2M ago12:08

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Public speaking is one of humanity’s worst fears. Yet it is entirely possible that you shift from nervous and uncomfortable to confident and charismatic. In this episode, Oliver shows you how you can become a highly confident speaker and presenter – even if speaking in front of an audience gives you the chills. So how do you stay calm and build con…

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VRS567 - The Power of Intentional AI: Amber Hurdle's Approach to Branding Excellence 57:10

2M ago57:10

57:10

In this insightful episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, host Heather Bayer sits down with Amber Hurdle, the host of the Bombshell Business Podcast and author of The Bombshell Businesswoman. Inspired by a recent newsletter from Amber, Heather explores the fascinating world of AI and its impact on personal and professional branding in our …

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Dawn Garibaldi on delegation, P&G Alumni Coaching 52:20

2M ago52:20

52:20

“Delegation is making sure you’ve framed the work to expand the impact of you and your team, in a way that has healthy boundaries and the individual can build their skills.” Dawn Garibaldi Is an executive coach who partners with leaders to amplify their impact by mastering complexity, extending their influence, building unstoppable teams and breaki…

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247: Be so Visible They Can’t Ignore You. Oliver Aust & Loren Greiff 42:28

3M ago42:28

42:28

No one wants to be ignored, especially in a job search. That’s why Oliver joined Loren Greiff on the fantastic “Career Blast in a Half” podcast to help you become unignorable. In this episode, Oliver shares secrets from his bestselling books "Unignorable" and “Message Machine” on communicating like the top 1% of CEOs. The last few years have seen a…

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VRS566 - Top 10 Foundations for a Successful Property Management Business 44:48

3M ago44:48

44:48

In this solo episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, Heather delves into the foundations of a strong property management business. Drawing on her 20 years of experience as a property manager, where she made a lot of mistakes and missteps, she shares valuable insights and lessons learned to help listeners navigate the ever-changing landscape…

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Alex Keith, P&G Beauty CEO 26:05

3M ago26:05

26:05

"Be bolder sooner - it's not just about my career, it’s about life in general.” Alex Keith leads Procter & Gamble’s global Beauty business: the world’s 4th largest beauty company, with a $15 billion portfolio with six billion dollar brands. Alex is the only female CEO of a top 5 beauty company. Since taking leadership of P&G’s Beauty portfolio in 2…

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