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The Internet is great, but sometimes you can’t beat some good ol’ fashioned real-world networking.Physical meetups are more prevalent than you might think, and more affordable, too. Depending on your industry, there’s a good chance of finding a valuable get-together within a reasonable distance of wherever you are.Today, we discuss how to find, prepare for, and make the most of meetups. We offer 4 specific tips for maximizing the ROI on the time you set aside to meet up, which can be considerable. With a little strategy, a little social grace, and a little extrovertedness, you can make the contacts that make a difference.By going into meetups with a few modest goals and a plan to meet them, you can actively participate in a way that can have a significant impact on your business. Plus, it’s FREE RIDE FRIDAY!!! Don’t just attend, intend. Make meetups worth it — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseMeetup.comEventbriteHow to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieMBA81 How to Create and Deliver Your Elevator PitchThe post MBA1032 How to Get the Most Out of a Meetup + Free Ride Friday! appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Google AdWords: is the party over?There was a time when AdWords was everything: a valuable, cost-effective way to get your website to the top of the results page without all that pesky manual SEO. Massive chunks of marketing budgets were devoted to paying per click, and as the value of AdWords became more and more apparent, the pricing became more and more…let’s say, exclusive.That was then. This is now.These days, more marketing attention (and dollars) are devoted to other marketing channels, like social media. Has the cost of AdWords finally outpaced the value? Are you better off crushing it on Instagram than throwing money at Google?Today, we discuss the relative value of AdWords in today’s online marketing climate. In some situations, you may find AdWords is worth every penny. In others, not so much. Find out if AdWords can (still) work for you. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseThe post MBA1031 Is Google AdWords Marketing Dead? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are videos the new blogs? Many marketing experts have pointed out that YouTube is the world’s second-biggest search engine, but does that mean every entrepreneur needs to break out the tripod and start filming?It’s Q&A Wednesday, and one of our listeners wants to get a sense of the ROI for YouTube. Given the potential effects on branding, SEO, and all-around exposure, many entrepreneurs wonder if it’s foolish not to have a YouTube channel promoting their business. Of course, producing regular, quality videos is no small effort.Is it worth it?Today, we discuss the value (and costs) of YouTube marketing. We explain how creating quality content works, how to leverage that content, and why it might be a crucial investment (depending on your business, of course). We also discuss the limits of YouTube marketing. Decide if the video-sharing platform is right for you. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksBacklinkoWistiaVimeoThe post MBA1030 Q&A Wednesday: Is Starting a YouTube Channel a Good Idea? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The road to independent success could use a few warning signs!If you’re starting your first online business, this is the episode for you. In a special interview, we’re sitting down with someone whose entire job is helping new entrepreneurs get the most out of their websites: Matt Jenks, program manager for customer success at Weebly.As the guy responsible for shepherding new entrepreneurs into the DIY web-based business world, Jenks has seen it all. His experience is multiplied by the experience of countless entrepreneurs he’s worked with, both successes and…not-so-successes. If there’s a way to get your new business off track, Jenks has seen it — probably more than once.Today, Jenks sits down with Omar to discuss all the hiccups you’re likely to face when starting an online business, from marketing to funding to staying motivated. This episode has more value-per-minute than you can shake a laptop at, so get started. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksMeetupSocial MentionThe post MBA1029 Unexpected Speed Bumps in Starting an Online Business with Matt Jenks appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your knowledge and experience are valuable — and not just to you.In fact, your knowledge and experience are worth paying for, if you have the public speaking and presentation skills to deliver them effectively. Being a public speaker can do wonders for your exposure and brand, but it’s also a fantastic way to earn income in its own right.Consider hitting the stage! Today, we discuss what you need to do in order to make yourself worth a significant speaking fee. From the preparation to the networking to the marketing, we’ve learned from the best. Our host Omar is a successful public speaker, having studied the craft with speakers who make more for an hour-long talk than some people make in months.Build your reputation and your bank account. Take our tips, hone your performance skills, and get ready to cash in on sharing your thoughts. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksHeroic Public SpeakingDorie ClarkScott StrattenGrant BaldwinWeeblyJenny BlakeScott McKainAcuity SchedulingBook Like a BossThe post MBA1028 5 Tips for Becoming a Paid Public Speaker appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The excitement can’t last forever.When the honeymoon’s over, the founding obstacles are cleared, and the initial fires are put out, it’s just you and your successful business. At that point, you’re no longer facing the drama of starting a new business, and all the ups and downs that come with it. You’ve made it. It’s working.You’re bored.Like any relationship, the one between you and your business needs the occasional spark. A new challenge, new stakes, a new reason to be personally, emotionally invested in the outcome. While stability is certainly nothing to sneeze at, there is a such thing as too smooth a ride.Today, we offer 3 simple ways to bring the passion back. Don’t worry — you don’t have to do anything excessively risky. But you do have to establish new goals, and face the kinds of challenges that get an entrepreneur’s blood flowing. It’s good for you, it’s good for your business, and it’s a massive motivator for your entire team.Don’t rest on your laurels. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaEasyCourseThe post MBA1027 How to Put The Spark Back Into Your Business + Free Ride Friday! appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To do the best job, you need the right tools. But even the best tools don’t last forever.If you’re like us, your business depends on your computer. Whether you’re on a desktop or laptop, Mac or PC, your computer is your primary weapon in the fight for independent success. It has to work, through thick and thin. What you spend on your computer can vary, but the ROI is undeniable.But when is it time to upgrade? And what should you buy next?Depending on your current hardware, it may be a long time before you have to accept the expense of a whole new rig. Depending on your business, you may require features and functionality beyond the average web surfer’s. And like all purchases, you get what you pay for.Today we discuss how to decide what you need, and when you need it. We’ve been through quite a few computers in our day, so we have some idea of how long they (should) last. Plus, we offer tips and tools on extending the longevity of your computer, however long you plan to keep it. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksCleanMyMacCleanMyPCThe post MBA1026 How Often Do You Need to Upgrade Your Computer? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’d say remote teams are the future, but they’re already here.More and more, smart entrepreneurs are taking advantage of a whole planet’s worth of talent, as the Internet erases borders and puts top-notch talent at your fingertips. In fact, the only problem with remote workers is that there’s just too many of them.So how do you find the good ones?Today, we discuss where to find the best in the (remote) business, whatever your business is, at whatever budget you’re working with. From posting on the right websites, to narrowing and filtering the results effectively, to identifying the characteristics of the truly valuable hires, we show you how it’s done.We should know! Our remote team is spread across the globe, from the US to Australia to Asia and beyond. It took a few years of experience, but we’ve learned how to find exactly who we need — wherever they are. Tune in, and find the self-managing, tech-savvy, modern remote “keepers” your business deserves. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWeWorkRemotelyUpWorkThe post MBA1025 Q&A Wednesday: Where can I hire great remote team members? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Accounting can get out of hand, quickly — even when you have an accountant!With a million little business expenses going out every day, it can be maddening to try and keep track of each transaction. Factor in multiple team members using different methods of payment, and any entrepreneur can easily lose the thread. What’s a business owner to do?We’ve got a system.There’s no shortage of accounting software and expense-tracking apps. In fact, the choices are overwhelming. But we’ve established a system for our business that works beautifully, and we think it’ll work for you too. We only use 3 — count ‘em, 3 — software tools, integrated into one simple, easy, headache-free process.As your business grows (and tax time approaches), you’ll want to have your finances in order. Try our system, and see how stress-free it can be. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksXeroReceiptBankDropBoxThe post MBA1024 Get A Handle on Tracking Your Expenses and Receipts appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Networking: you’re (probably) doing it wrong.Networking is crucial to the development of any business. We like to say that the relationships you build as an entrepreneur are the most valuable asset your business has. But acquiring contacts and building genuine relationships is a subtle art, one that requires skill and finesse.That said, anyone can do it. You just need the right approach.Enter today’s special guest teacher, David Burkus. Burkus a best selling author and social sciences expert whose research-based strategies are proven to work. He’s here to show us the “hidden network” that lives just outside your contact list, in the gray areas between friends and total strangers.With Burkus’ advice, you can take the awkwardness out of networking and forge valuable alliances skillfully. Learn how to identify and connect with contacts, and nurture the relationships that’ll mean everything to your business. Click Play!For even more networking wisdom, check out Burkus’ audio course How to Connect: How to Give and Get the Introductions That Will Transform Your Life and Your CareerSUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksFriend of a Friend by David BurkusThe post MBA1023 Guest Teacher: David Burkus- How To Make The Connections You Need To Grow Your Business appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.