Pocket Sized Pep Talks

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:What triggered Jessie's interest and pursuit of social media?  How she see's the landscape of social media evolving over the next few years.The impact of AI on social media marketing.Some of the key components of a successful social media strategy.Some common mistakes small businesses make on social media, and how can we avoid them.Is there still value in platforms like Facebook for businesses, or should the focus shift to newer networks?  Phone?Jessie's thoughts on the rise of short-form video content, and how can brands leverage it effectively.A success story where Jessie's strategy made a significant impact. To learn more about this guest:https://www.jessiejolles.com/ 

One of the most important skills to master is how to ask others for referrals. Strangely enough, although it is a critical skill to master, the vast majority of us don’t know how to do it the right way. In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll tell you the mistake most make, and exactly how to fix it.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How human nature reveals what your customers value and what they will happily pay more for.  How to uncover your business’s hidden value and how to turn it into profit. One example of a pricing hack that can increase revenue by as much as 100%How to confidently shift the conversation away from price toward value.Multiple ways to handle price objections.To learn more about this guest:GUEST EMAIL Adam@AdamWallace.comGUEST WEBSITE:www.AdamWallace.comSOCIAL MEDIA:https://www.linkedin.com/in/propertyofwallace/   

When I say, “life insurance agent,” what comes to mind? Remember, you are going to be listening to a former life insurance agent, and that industry taught me a very valuable lesson. As a matter of fact, if you are trying to help someone else, it is one of the most valuable lessons anyone can possibly learn. In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll not only tell you what that lesson is, I’ll tell you how you can use it to help others.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:The inspiration behind Manny's book; businesses that were doing just “fine,” with slow growth and profit, but that wasn't enough...What is meant by realistic goal setting.Some lessons learned working with large companies that translate to small business clients.What it means to sustainably grow a business.Two common mistakes businesses make when trying to grow.Thoughts on how fast you can grow your business.A couple of mentors that helped Manny along the way.To learn more about this guest:GUEST PHONE:  410-808-3441GUEST EMAIL: manny@portalcfo.comGUEST WEBSITE: www.portalcfo.comSOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mannyskevofilax/

It seems that so many lessons in life come at a cost; sometimes, a heavy cost. But what if that cost could be reduced or perhaps eliminated. In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'm ready to show you how to do just that, and it begins with the removal of an old phrase that I believe has seen its better days...

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:Recurring themes Margot was able to discover.  Ways to shorten the learning curve for parents, and let children choose their passion and work.Why it’s important to let children compete.How Margot recommends we teach children about losing.Why is it important to encourage children to be curious and think of new ways to solve problems.What inspired Margot to write this book.  To learn more about this guest:raisinganentrepreneur.com.

One of the most frequently asked questions a professional speaker hears is this: “How do you keep from getting nervous in front of an audience?” In this quick, four-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'll share the one, simple thought running through my head that has always served me well. I'm quite sure it will help you the next time you step up in front of a room.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How Scott found his calling through comedy.   The son of a salesman, Scott shares some lessons he learned from his father.Some of the differences between a professional speaker giving a keynote, and a comedian giving a keynote.The reality of bombing in a comedy club, which is really part of the business, and bombing in a corporate keynote.What Scott looks for when deciding to use members from the audience.The difference between how he handles hecklers in a comedy club versus how he handles them in a corporate keynote, or emcee job.  A few funny stories of the strangest gigs Scott ever worked.To learn more about this guest:www.scottbloomconnects.comYou Can Judge A Book By Its Cover

Think about the last time you had something very important you wanted to ask someone else. You obsessed and practiced what to say, but the opportunity never seemed quite right. You ended up never saying what you wanted to say. In this quick, five-minute, Pocket Sized Pep Talk I believe we can fix this because I’m guessing you practiced the wrong words. I'll teach you the right ones!