Streamlined Solopreneur: Tips to Help Business Owners Grow Without Burnout
Joe Casabona, Automations Builder
You started your business for freedom, not to be chained to your desk. I help small business owners grow without burning out through simple, powerful online automations.
On Streamlined Solopreneur you'll get real-world strategies, smarter workflows, and practical tools to help you reclaim your time and actually enjoy the freedom you set out to create.
Your host, Joe Casabona, is a seasoned technologist with over 25 years of experience. He's seen how the right systems can transform a business. But more than that, He's a teacher at heart.
His goal isn’t to overwhelm you with jargon, but to make complex ideas simple and give you an actionable plan you can actually use.
Because your business should support your life—not take it over.
Tune in every Monday, wherever you get your podcasts.
On Streamlined Solopreneur you'll get real-world strategies, smarter workflows, and practical tools to help you reclaim your time and actually enjoy the freedom you set out to create.
Your host, Joe Casabona, is a seasoned technologist with over 25 years of experience. He's seen how the right systems can transform a business. But more than that, He's a teacher at heart.
His goal isn’t to overwhelm you with jargon, but to make complex ideas simple and give you an actionable plan you can actually use.
Because your business should support your life—not take it over.
Tune in every Monday, wherever you get your podcasts.
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Jul 21, 2020 • 52min
Trending on LinkedIn with Cara North
A few weeks ago we spoke to Andrea Zoellner on how to implement a good Instagram Strategy. Well, another social network that seems like a hidden gem for content is LinkedIn, so I've brought on Cara North to talk to us. Cara is in the eLearning space, and we definitely talk about that, but I also wondered how she always seems to be trending on LinkedIn! So we talk about the smart way to build your network, add shareable content, and maybe even make a few worthwhile connections. Show NotesCara North | Cara on LinkedIn | TwitterBufferAutomating Social MediaSponsored by: Boosted | iThemes | CircleCI
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Jul 14, 2020 • 55min
Managing Social Media for a Government Agency with Joseph Galbo
Just because you're a government organization doesn't mean you can't have a little personality. That's what my friend Joe Galbo proves day-in and day-out over at the Consumer Products Safety Commission. I've wondered for some time how they manage their social media strategy there and Joe's the brains behind most of the operation. We'll talk content, memes, data and more, as well as how he can get it all done at the federal level. Show NotesEmail Joseph: jgalbo@cpsc.govConsumer Product Safety CommissionCPSC on TwitterDepartment of Energy PodcastSpace Heater TweetLifehacker ArticleSponsored by: Boosted | iThemes | CircleCI
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Jul 7, 2020 • 48min
Automating Your Life with James Rose
Have you every wondered how some people seem to do so much? Well this week I sit down with James Rose to unlock some of the secrets of one of my favorite topics: automation. We talk about what it is, how it works, and how you can use it to take some tasks off of your plate, and off of your mind.Show NotesJames Rose | TwitterContent SnareJames’ Zapier Mastery CourseZapierAirtableCalendlyTextExpanderIntegromatIFTTTKeyboard MaestroAutoHotKeyZapier IdeasAutomators PodcastSponsored by: Boosted | iThemes | CircleCI
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Jun 30, 2020 • 46min
Growing Your Audience on Instagram with Andrea Zoellner
Wondering how to build a following on Instagram? I was! It's my favorite social platform and I'm trying to be more intentional about the content. So I brought on Andrea Zoellner, who offered fantastic advice around IG strategy, taking great photos, and if those walls of hashtags actually work. Let's get into all of that and more. Show NotesAndrea ZoellnerCapsule Suitcase | InstagramTailwindLaterBufferSponsored by: Boosted | iThemes | CircleCI
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Jun 23, 2020 • 31min
Season 8 Wrap Up: Vet Clients and Build Your List
We're at the half for 2020, which means the end of Season 8. I'm proud to say I learned a ton, and I hope you have too! There were three big topics of focus this season: Find the Right Clients, Productize Your Services (or at least make them more predictable), and Build Your Email List / Network.Show NotesJason ResnickSara DunnNathan IngramShannon ShafferMaddy OsmanBrian CasselMatt AdamsJessica LawlorMatt MedeirosAngel MarieVito PelegJohn VuongMarketing Made SimpleSponsored by: Podcast Liftoff | CircleCI | TextExpander
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Jun 16, 2020 • 35min
Tools Roundup for June 2020
We're at the halfway mark for the year and I've been trying out a lot of new tools and processes. In this bonus episode, I wanted to talk about WordPress plugins, digital products, and analog tools that have helped me be more productive!Show NotesEnroll in Podcast Liftoff! Use code BUILD at checkoutWP Content Pilot Pro / AppSumo DealThirstyAffiliates ProSix ColorsFuseboxHubspot CRMApple NotesMilanoteCanvaStream DeckKey LightMagic KeyboardField NotesWilliam Hannah Notebook Pen Addict PodcastSponsored by: CircleCI | TextExpander
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Jun 9, 2020 • 58min
What to Focus on in a Recession with Brad Morrison
With everything happening during the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic recession, it's easy to panic, cut costs, and coast until this all blows over. But that can kill your business. Instead we need to adapt, and in today's episode, Brad Morrison tells us what his agency is doing to work through what will be a seemingly tough economy. We talk about our experiences with the last recession, what's different, and what you can do to adapt.Show NotesBrad MorrisonGoWPGoWP Niche Agency Owners Facebook GroupMy Gear KitsProductizing Your Services with Brian CasselStart LocalPam Aungst and Your SEO ProcessUgmonkPivoting for COVID-19Sponsored by: CircleCI | TextExpander
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Jun 2, 2020 • 36min
Behind the Scenes: Building Podcast Liftoff: Launch
Recently, I launched my brand new course. Podcast Liftoff: Launch. A lot of work goes into creating an online course, and this episode peels back the curtain a little bit. You'll learn about the journey and decision making that took place, the research and audience building, and of-course, the process and tools. Show NotesGet a special offer on Podcast Liftoff: Launch for listeners onlyCreator CoursesConvertKitMindNodePodcast Liftoff MindmapMy recording process | Video ResourcesVideo Recording GearScreenflowLearnDashWooCommerceWooCommerce MembershipsWooCommerce SubscriptionsVimeo ProSponsored by: CircleCI | Ahrefs | TextExpander
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May 26, 2020 • 41min
Improving Customer Relationships with John Vuong
John Vuong know SEO. But he knows relationships even more. AT a time where connecting with people face-to-face has become harder, John offers some fantastic advice for forging better relationship through communication - both with your current clients, and the ones that will soon be clients.Show NotesJohn VuongLocal SEO Search | Facebook | TwitterThe Pumpkin PlanBuilding Your Mailing List with Angel MarieAvoiding the Famine with Jason Resnick?Podcast Liftoff is Out! As a Listener, you'll get an additional 10% off the already discounted launch price. This link will automatically apply the coupon. Sponsored by: CircleCI | Ahrefs | TextExpander
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May 19, 2020 • 48min
3 Tips for Pivoting Because of COVID-19
I know what you're thinking - another podcast doing another episode about COVID-19. But now that we're in the thick of it, and we know it's not just "a few weeks at home," I wanted to reach out to some businesses and see what they were doing differently. There were some really great ideas. And you'll get 3 tips to help you think outside the box.Show NotesShannon Shaffer | Listen to her episodeJason Resnick | Listen to his episodeR. Alexander McManus, Esq.Ross JohnsonMaddy Osman | Listen to her episodeBobWP | Listen to his episodeLaura Byrne CristianoStart LocalCalendlyShip Your PodcastWebinar SeriesYouTube Channel Sponsored by: CircleCI | Ahrefs | TextExpander
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