After Hours Entrepreneur with Mark Savant

Justin Croxton is the founder, managing partner, and CEO of Propellant Media, a modern digital agency that specializes in geofencing marketing. Geofencing is a type of digital marketing that notifies customers through their mobile devices about local businesses. It accomplishes this through sophisticated technology based on its proximity and digital ad activity. Propellant Media has been listed by Inc as one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States. In this episode, Justin shares his experience in launching the company and his advice for entrepreneurs about when to niche and when to broaden their reach. Mark and Justin also talk about the ideal time and amount to spend in generating an effective marketing campaign. Key Takeaways- When to niche and when to go broad- Determine your customer's "compelling event"- How much time and cash is needed for a productive marketing campaignConnect with Justinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/justincroxton/https://www.propellant.mediaTimecodes0:00 Introduction2:08 The growth of Propellant Media4:29 Niche down10:44 Pivoting and going back to business school15:00 Overcoming challenges related to confidence19:30 How Justin launched Propellant Media24:24 Minimum amount of time for ad campaign preparations27:50 What is geofencing?40:10 Showing up 42:44 Best result from a client46:10 Rapid Fire Questions_____________________________________________🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksavantmedia.com 🎙️ Podcast: www.afterhoursentrepreneur.com📧 Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com_____________________________________________Your network is your net worth. Follow me for more! 📱Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTube

Derek Videll is the founder and CEO of Social Bamboo, a social media marketing company that provides sustainable strategies for businesses to scale on social media platforms. He launched his business because he wanted to take control of his destiny. He leveraged his experience in sales and his interest in online marketing to launch his company.In this episode, we really focus on generating leads. Specifically, leveraging social media connections and new followers. We discuss best practices at conferences and events to network and land clients! Key Takeaways- Find the right problem to solve- How to find leads ASAP: referrals, cold, events- What you need to start an ad campaignConnect with Derek Videllhttps://www.socialbamboo.com/https://www.instagram.com/socialbamboo_/https://www.linkedin.com/in/dvidell/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/277-how-to-transition-to-being-a-full-time/Timecodes0:00 Introduction4:40 How to manage followers on Instagram11:23 How Derek became an entrepreneur20:07 The importance of connections25:00 Derek’s interests in online marketing32:27 How Derek Videll made money while launching his business37:00 The value of online courses43:30 How to create engaging Instagram ads48:29 Reach out to Derek49:10 Rapid Fire Questions_____________________________________________🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksavantmedia.com 🎙️ Podcast: www.afterhoursentrepreneur.com📧 Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com_____________________________________________Your network is your net worth. Follow me for more! 📱Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTube

You’re business is growing, clients are happy, then your partner says, "You don't spend enough time with me."If you're building a business, this conversation is inevitable. I've gone through it several times!Wy wife and I used this tactic from James Clears' book Atomic Habits and it works!This short episode is designed to help you build not only a great business, but a great relationship with the people that matter most._____________________________________________🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksavantmedia.com 🎙️ Podcast: www.afterhoursentrepreneur.com📧 Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com_____________________________________________Your network is your net worth. Follow me for more! 📱Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTube

Markus Turner, a.k.a. Chart Slayer, is the co-founder of Social Currencies. This black-owned, family business, Social Currencies specializes in systemizing, funding, and scaling businesses. In this episode, Markus shares how he redefined himself and found his calling in entrepreneurship.  He explains the importance of communication in business, the benefits of hiring virtual assistants for efficient processes in the company, and how present-day actions and decisions outweigh your past. We discuss Virtual Assistants at length. Markus explains how they changed his business, and how they can change yours as wellKey TakeawaysYou are not defined by your past. You're defined by your actions today.Communication in a family businessHow to save thousands of hours with Virtual AssistantsConnect with Markus:https://www.instagram.com/chartslayerfx/https://www.socialcurrencies.net/familyhttp://youtube.com/c/MarkusTurner/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-digital-empireTimecodes0:00 Introduction4:00 How Markus redefined himself7:33 Journaling eliminates bad habits14:30 Values of a company16:28 Balancing family roles in business18:02 How to handle disagreements23:10 The role of virtual assistants27:20 Rewards for high-performing teams30:00 The process of bringing in a new team member32:52 How Social Currencies help business owners35:44 How to handle doubts38:00 Tips for connecting with potential clients40:35 Reach out to Markus41:00 Rapid Fire Questions_____________________________________________🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksavantmedia.com 🎙️ Podcast: www.afterhoursentrepreneur.com📧 Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com_____________________________________________Your network is your net worth. Follow me for more! 📱Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTube

Blake Hutchison is the CEO of Flippa, an online marketplace where you can buy and sell an online business. Today, Blake explains which businesses are popular in the market these days, and the common denominators of successful entrepreneurs.Blake is a huge proponent of surrounding yourself with the best people. Implementing standard operating procedures will make things easier for your team to work an efficient, replicable process. In fact, it’s a must if you plan to build a sellable business! If you want to build a business you can sell, this episode is for you!Key Takeaways- How to build an online business you can sell- Your team doesn't work for you, you work for your team- Selling your creative business is possibleConnect with Blake:Linked In: https://au.linkedin.com/in/blakehutchisonFlippa’s Official Website: https://flippa.com Timecodes0:00 Introduction3:24 The best business lesson Blake learned6:28 How important is routine to success?8:16 The benefits of waking up early11:35 How to maintain an efficient process for the business15:15 Popular businesses to sell20:42 What was the most surprising business that sold?23:46 The role of podcasts in business28:37 How hands-on is Flippa when in selling a business?30:51 What is the largest company that got sold on Flippa?32:20 How to deal with scam businesses35:00 How should businesses deal with NFTs37:48 Reach out to Blake38:30 Rapid Fire Questions_____________________________________________🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksavantmedia.com 🎙️ Podcast: www.afterhoursentrepreneur.com📧 Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com_____________________________________________Your network is your net worth. Follow me for more! 📱Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTube

Ever feel like everyone's doing it wrong?Yeah me too. There's a reason for industry best practices, but let's face it, innovation is what fuels business.There's a reason why Netflix overtook Blockbuster. They challenged the status quo.In today's brief episode, I'm reading a page from Tim Ferris' 4-Hour Work- Week and giving you a brief exercise to get your juices flowing.My hope is you're able to set yourself apart, save time, and generate more profit.(Enjoy the episode? email your experience to mark@marksavantmedia.com)_____________________________________________🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksavantmedia.com 🎙️ Podcast: www.afterhoursentrepreneur.com📧 Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com_____________________________________________Your network is your net worth. Follow me for more! 📱Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTube

Chris Do is CEO and Chief Strategist of Blind, an 80 Million dollar design business. Chris is also founder of The Futur, an online education platform that aims to teach 1 billion people to make a living doing what they love to do. In this episode, Chris shares his experience in starting his businesses. He explains how he overcame challenges by constantly learning from mistakes and finding resources to enhance his skills. He gives advice on how creatives can avoid undercharging, learn to say no, how to build good habits, and how to level up skills.As an Emmy Award-winning creative designer and director, Chris believes in the impact of constant learning. He believes the scope of learning extends to mentorship, apprenticeship, and making the most out of your resources and connections. Key TakeawaysHow to turn small work into GIANT clientsSaying NO will bring bigger opportunitiesThe Futur of educationConnect with Chris:Twitter: https://twitter.com/theChrisDoBlind’s Official Website: https://blind.com/The Futur’s Official Website: https://thefutur.com/The Futur on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thefuturishereTimecodes0:00 Introduction2:52 What is Chris’ favorite book to give as a gift?13:40 Is giving away work for free a good idea?18:43 Is lowering the price of your services worth it?22:42 Life is a video game. 25:23 Chris’ advice for his kids. 26:27 The Futur Pro Group31:00 When to say “No” 38:20 Educational platform43:39 Where is the future of education headed?50:00 Reach out to Chris Do50:38 Rapid Fire Questions_____________________________________________🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksavantmedia.com 🎙️ Podcast: www.afterhoursentrepreneur.com📧 Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com_____________________________________________Your network is your net worth. Follow me for more! 📱Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTube

You put in a ton of work, but nobody cares. Nobody pays attention.It's frustrating.But look, it doesn't need to be this way. What do great entrepreneurs like Mr. Beast know,  that we don't? He knows it's all about the hook.Today, we're taking a quick look at an exercise in Brendan Kane's book Hook Point. Listen, try this, and start being seen for your genius!Get Brendan's book here: https://amzn.to/3DINxLlJoin my Pro Group: https://podcast-savants.mn.co/_____________________________________________🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksavantmedia.com 🎙️ Podcast: www.afterhoursentrepreneur.com📧 Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com_____________________________________________Your network is your net worth. Follow me for more! 📱Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTube

Kristen Corpion founded CORPlaw, a Miami-based law firm, with the mission to help entrepreneurs avoid lawsuits. There are many legal conditions that must be met, and getting it wrong can kill your business!Kristen’s CORPlaw provides entrepreneurs with convenient, legal backing. From contracts to intellectual property, her firm’s knowledge of employment and business law coincide with their commitment to protect and empower entrepreneurs. In this episode, Mark welcomes Kristen to the After Hours Entrepreneur where they talk about how entrepreneurs can stay on top of their game with legal backups and peace of mind. Key TakeawaysLook at everything you signed from your employer and employers.Consider the details of the contract. Collaborate and consult with a lawyer in signing a contractResourcesVisit CORPlaw’s official website: www.corplaw.usProfessionalLinkedIn | @CORPlaw-usFacebook |  @CORPlawInstagram | @CORPlawfirmReach out to KristenLinkedIn | @KristenCorpionFacebook | @KristenCorpInstagram | @KristenCorpionTwitter | @KristenCorpionTimecodes0:00 Introduction1:38 How did Kristen Corpion start CORPlaw?3:20 What is it like to start your own firm?6:37 How can entrepreneurs start a business without getting sued?8:40 Be careful of contract details13:16 How can law be cool?17:58 The importance of contracts25:00 Contracts should be collaborative31:25 The importance of transparency34:08 How side hustles can generate income40:49 Reach out to Kristen41:35 Rapid Fire Questions_____________________________________________🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksavantmedia.com 🎙️ Podcast: www.afterhoursentrepreneur.com📧 Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com_____________________________________________Your network is your net worth. Follow me for more! 📱Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTube

Ever lose a sale because "your too expensive".The immediate thought that pops in your head is to lower your price.Don't.100 M Offers by Alex Hormozi is one of my favorite books. There's a simple exercise from the book that will help you to stop selling the price, and start selling the value. Ready to get more people saying "YES"!?This episode is for you.Alex's book: https://amzn.to/3CY7NXQ_____________________________________________🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksavantmedia.com 🎙️ Podcast: www.afterhoursentrepreneur.com📧 Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com_____________________________________________Your network is your net worth. Follow me for more! 📱Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | LinkedIn | YouTube