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CEO Podcasts: CEO Chat Podcast + I AM CEO Podcast Powered by Blue16 Media & CBNation.co episodes
- IAM2295 - Gresh's Highlights the Significance of Authenticity in Engaging with Your AudienceGresham Harkless discusses the importance of knowing your target market, their evolving needs, and outlines key questions that define business success and resource allocation.He emphasizes the importance of market research, understanding ideal clients, and explores strategies for creating content that resonates with your audience.In addition, he highlights the importance of focusing on one or two platforms for effective content delivery and highlights the significance of authenticity in engaging with your audience.Podcast Link: Mission Matters Marketing with Adam Torres
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17 min - IAM2294 - Gresh's Emphasizes on Value-Driven Outreach for Business SuccessIn this special episode, Gresham Harkless emphasizes the importance of providing value in cold outreach, similar to a social media strategy.Gresham discusses the need to understand the target audience deeply: "What keeps them up at night?" This understanding helps ensure that outreach is relevant and helpful, which leads to a win-win situation.He highlights that businesses often resist change, sticking to what’s familiar, even when it’s clear that new methods can bring more success.He also points out that many businesses fail because they focus too much on the "how" and not enough on the strategy behind their marketing.Gresham emphasizes that it requires consistent strategy, quality content, and proper integration of branding and marketing tactics to be successful.Gresham Harkless explains that SEO isn’t just about keywords and backlinks; it’s about user experience.Furthermore, he highlights that businesses need to create a seamless, positive experience for users, as this is a fundamental part of SEO.Podcast Link: The Lead Machine Growth Show
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17 min - IAM2293 - Author and Speaker Shares on How to Reframe Your Mindset for Business SuccessSean Douglas is a former U.S. Air Force member, three-time TEDx speaker, and an expert in resilience, leadership, and business positioning.Sean is also the host of two podcasts (Create, Launch, Monetize, and From No Worth to Self Worth) and a two-time bestselling author.He is also working on establishing an equine therapy ranch for veterans suffering from PTSD and anxiety in Michigan, a project driven by his desire to give back to fellow veterans.Sean emphasizes the responsibility of creators to provide value through media platforms, not just for self-promotion but to spotlight the achievements of others and contribute to the betterment of the world.Sean shares a key piece of advice: fail forward. It's crucial to be comfortable with failure and to keep growing from experiences. He also recommends embracing discomfort to reach new heights.Website: The Success CorpsLinkedIn: Sean Douglas -Instagram: @thesuccesscorps
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17 min - IAM2292 - Founder and CEO Shares Her Mermaid School Success JourneyMarielle Chartier Hénault is the founder of Aqua Mermaid, which offers unique mermaid swimming experiences in the U.S. and Canada. Inspired by a mermaid school in Germany, she started her own after realizing public interest.Marielle discusses the growth of her business from a single school to multiple locations and product offerings, including adaptations during COVID-19.She emphasizes the importance of tolerating risk when starting a business.Despite skepticism from others about the viability of her business, Marielle stayed confident in the niche market for mermaid performers.Marielle highlights the importance of keeping track of finances, particularly understanding where money comes and goes.Website: AquaMermaidLinkedIn: Marielle Chartier Hénault
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17 min - IAM2291 - CEO and Founder Breaks Down Barriers in Sponsorship ProcessIshveen Anand is the CEO and founder of OpenSponsorship, a platform that connects brands with athletes in the $140 billion sponsorship industry.Ishveen shares her journey into sports sponsorship, which began when she became a sports agent in 2009.She recognized the challenges in securing sponsorship deals and was inspired to create a more efficient and accessible solution through technology.OpenSponsorship uses IBM's Watson AI to facilitate connections between brands and athletes, prioritizing genuine interests rather than just financial incentives.Ishveen emphasizes the importance of understanding what athletes are passionate about in promoting authentic partnerships and shifting away from traditional sponsorship approaches.Ishveen shares advice on acquiring strategies and productivity tools for business owners and reflects on the importance of being aggressive and adapting quickly in business.Website: OpenSponsorshipPrevious Episode: iam177-ceo-and-founder-breaks-down-barriers-in-sponsorship-process
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13 min - IAM2290 - Entrepreneur Helps Companies Evolve Their Message for Bigger ImpactZach Messler is a product marketing expert focused on helping businesses adapt their messaging to resonate with modern consumers.Zach has 20 years of experience in product marketing, particularly in tech, and specializes in translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences.He started his business after realizing that traditional marketing methods were no longer effective and wanted to help more people beyond his previous role.His passion for product marketing energizes his clients and makes the process of developing their messaging more engaging and effective.Zach shares a strategy he calls "CPR" (Create, Publish, Repeat) to encourage consistent content creation.He emphasizes the importance of having a purpose behind the content and to keep creating even when it feels slow.The conversation highlights the importance of being clear and straightforward in communication.Website: Zach MesslerLinkedIn: Zach MesslerPrevious Episode: iam171-entrepreneurs-helps-companies-evolve-their-message-for-bigger-impact
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17 min - IAM2289 - Networking: One Important Key Strategy for EntrepreneursGresham Harkless shares his reflections about the timing of his business decisions, which were influenced by significant life changes, and decided to take the leap into franchising.He discusses the importance of faith and believing that things will work out when starting a new venture.Gresham mentions that opportunities often come from within your network, and entrepreneurs should make their businesses known to family, friends, and acquaintances.Gresham also discusses using a CRM (HubSpot, branded as "Boss" for franchise brokers) to manage leads and track progress as part of the 8-step process in franchise brokerage.He shares how he managed the challenges with the help of his team, explaining the importance of having a supportive team to execute and support business ventures.Moreover, he highlights the importance of choosing foundational businesses to support multiple ventures, like digital marketing, which has served as the foundation for other businesses in his portfolio.
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11 min - IAM2288 - Harnessing the 12-Week Year Strategy for SuccessGresham Harkless discusses using the 12-week-year methodology to help him stay focused and execute effectively.This approach summarizes a year's goals into 12 weeks, fostering a sense of urgency and accountability.He shares that even when he doesn't hit every goal, the system helps him stay mindful of the activities that truly move the needle.Gresh considers the emotional challenges faced during the startup process, including personal losses.Gresham credits BNI (Business Network International) with helping him stay accountable and consistently present his business to others, which was crucial during the early stages of growing his digital marketing company.Gresham discusses the complexity of balancing a 9-to-5 job (or main business) with side projects like starting a franchise.In addition, he shares an important tip for networking in any organization—seek out people who are having the same kinds of conversations you're having.Blue Star Franchise: bluestarfranchise.comBrowse the Franchise Inventory: bluestarfranchise.com/franchiseIs franchising right for you? Check this out to see: bluestarfranchise.com/assessmentFranchise CEO (A CBNation Site - coming soon)franchiseceo.co
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11 min - IAM2287 - Master Your Morning Routine to Boost Your ProductivityOn this special episode, Gresham Harkless, the founder of Blue Star Franchise and Blue16 Media, shares an update about his ongoing franchise journey.He shares his experiences and lessons learned as a franchise broker and how this process relates to starting a new business.Gresham highlights the emotional roller-coaster in starting something new, including excitement, fear, and imposter syndrome.He explains that one of the biggest challenges he faced (and that others face when starting a business) is simply getting started and mentions that taking that first step is crucial, even though it might seem daunting.Gresham emphasizes the importance of consistent action and the ability to pivot when necessary.He discusses the concept of the “Minimum Viable Product” (MVP), drawing on lessons from the book The Lean Startup.Blue Star Franchise: bluestarfranchise.comBrowse the Franchise Inventory: bluestarfranchise.com/franchiseIs franchising right for you? Check this out to see: bluestarfranchise.com/assessmentFranchise CEO (A CBNation Site - coming soon)franchiseceo.co
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10 min - IAM2286 - Reiki Master Helps Individuals Rise Above MediocrityRyn Gargulinski is an award-winning author, artist, and speaker dedicated to helping others live freely and joyfully.She founded the Sanctuary of the Wild Souls which aimed at guiding individuals to rise above mediocrity and reach higher states of consciousness.Ryn has written over ten books, including her memoir How to Get Through Hell on Earth Without Drinking a Keg or Kicking a Garden Gnome.Ryn emphasizes helping people reconnect with their true selves and break free from self-imposed limitations.She explains that her work is driven by personal experiences, and she channels insights from her spirit self when writing.Ryn also stresses the importance of establishing a sanctuary for the soul daily to set a positive tone.In addition, Ryn highlights the need to remain open to possibilities rather than being fixated on specific desires.LinkedIn: Ryn GargulinskiWebsite: Sanctuary of the Wild Souls
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About CEO Podcasts: CEO Chat Podcast + I AM CEO Podcast Powered by Blue16 Media & CBNation.co
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CEO Podcasts consists of CEO Chat (CC), I AM CEO (IAM) & CBNation.TV (TV) podcast episodes. Value-packed episode including interviews & resources for CEOs, entrepreneurs, startups founders…
& business owners. The CEO Chat episodes are our long-form episodes w/ interviews and digital marketing resources. The I AM CEO episodes are laser focused (about 16 min.) w/ interviews & a discussion about what it means to be a CEO. Powered by Blue16 Media & CBNation.co. Hosted by Gresham W. Harkless Jr.