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U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...In Gay Conversion TherapyU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 3, Episode 2Lewis Crompton | I Used To Be...In Gay Conversion TherapyDean James sits down with Lewis Crompton for a powerful and unflinching conversation about the hidden reality of gay conversion therapy in the UK. As a teenager, Lewis was drawn into an evangelical church with deep American roots, a place where fear was disguised as faith, and where a charismatic youth leader pushed extreme, restrictive beliefs that slowly reshaped his world. What began as community soon became control, pulling Lewis into years of internal conflict...
2026-01-281h 32
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A CaregiverU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 3, Episode 1Susan Bloom | I Used To Be...A CaregiverEquine Gestalt specialist Susan Bloom sits down with Dean James for an unfiltered and deeply human conversation about love, loss, and the extraordinary strength required to keep showing up when life keeps knocking you down.Susan shares the raw reality of becoming a full‑time caregiver to her husband after he was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease. Walking away from her career, reshaping her entire life, and pouring every ounce of herself into hi...
2026-01-141h 00
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A Victim of RapeU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 12Dan Cooper | I Used To Be...A Victim of RapeMore than two decades ago, at just 19 years old, Dan Cooper’s life was shattered by a devastating sexual assault at the hands of someone he knew and trusted. What followed were years of battling the hidden scars - both mental and physical - that lingered long after the attack. Eventually, Dan found the strength to report the assault for a second time, and after months of enduring the complexities of the criminal justice system, hi...
2025-11-261h 09
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...Physically DependentU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 11Joe O'Connor | I Used To Be...Physically Dependent At 14, Joe survived a near-fatal road accident. At 32, he fell 400 feet during SAS selection, breaking his neck and facing a prognosis of lifelong paralysis. In between, he served with distinction in the British Army, became a top-tier financial adviser in the City of London, and earned elite status as a Class 1 Army PTI and bomb disposal expert.But Joe’s story doesn’t end with survival...it’s about reinvention. After losing everything post-injury, he reb...
2025-11-121h 04
True Spirituality with AngeEP 112 Dance and Spirituality with Dean James Dean James is the host of the Used To Be Do Count (U2BDC) podcast, which explores what his guests used to be because who we used to be an important contribution to who we are today and we should not abandon a part of ourselves. Dean grew up in a religious environment, not because of his parents but because of school as most primary school in England are denomination schools under the umbrella of the Church of England. However, Dean has an interesting background as his father is a Turkish Cypriot, so...
2025-10-3159 min
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A Pro AthleteU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 10Michael Bugary | I Used To Be...A Pro AthleteMichael Bugary rose from a promising young athlete to the Major Leagues, playing baseball for the Boston Red Sox. But a brutal arm injury shattered his career - and his identity. In this raw and honest episode he speaks to Dean James about spiralling into addiction and depression, and later facing a brain tumour the size of a lacrosse ball. After surviving multiple surgeries and cancer treatments, his battle with mental health and addiction continued...until...
2025-10-291h 20
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A CopU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 9David Booth | I Used To Be...A CopFrom the Fast Lane to a New Life. In this gripping episode, David Booth sits down with Dean James to reflect on his decades-long journey as a traffic cop in Atlanta, Georgia. A career marked by high-speed chases, close calls, and the everyday grit of keeping the roads safe. But everything changed in an instant. A catastrophic accident not only ended his time in uniform but left him fighting for his life. What follows is a story...
2025-10-151h 04
The Hustle Harder ShowFrom NFL Dreams to Real Estate Domination: Dean Rogers' Journey of Grit, Growth & Giving BackIn this inspiring episode, James sits down with Dean Rogers—former NFL player turned powerhouse real estate investor and community builder. Dean shares his raw and powerful journey, from living the dream as a San Diego Charger to walking away from football for the sake of his health, to starting from scratch and building a thriving real estate empire in Central California. Dean opens up about hitting rock bottom, losing $187K on a single deal, and the lessons that shaped his comeback. He also discusses the origin and explosive growth of Deal Champs, the community he co-founded to empower in...
2025-10-081h 24
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...HopelessU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 8Brezz Hall | I Used To Be...HopelessIn this raw and powerful episode, Brezz Hall opens up to Dean James about his lifelong battle with addiction, shaped by deep trauma and a family history of substance abuse. Gripped from a young age, Brezz hit rock bottom, but he didn’t stay there. He broke the cycle, got clean, and now dedicates his life to helping others do the same as a peer support worker. Living so long with no hope, Brezz now has hope and pu...
2025-10-011h 12
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A WomanU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 7Kane Howard | I Used To Be...A WomanIn this raw and powerful episode, Kane Howard sits down with Dean James to share his unfiltered journey of transitioning from female to male. From emotional upheaval to financial strain, Kane opens up about the realities of transitioning in the USA and what it means to be a Trans man in today's age. But this isn’t just a story of struggle—it’s one of triumph. Now living as his true, authentic self, Kane has reclaimed his pr...
2025-09-171h 02
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A Soldier at WarU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 6Craig Maddern | I Used To Be...A Soldier at WarCraig Maddern spent 15 years in the British Army, serving in global conflict zones including Afghanistan. But the battles didn’t end when he left the front lines. In this gripping episode, Craig opens up to Dean James about the physical toll, the mental scars, and the fight to reclaim his life after a bipolar diagnosis, deep depression and PTSD. Now a best-selling author and life coach for high-stress dads, Craig shares how he turned breakdowns in...
2025-09-031h 20
Film Talk With AJ DeanFilm Talk With AJ Dean James Hilton and Dean Bubello Episode 127Film Talk With AJ Dean Presents, Special VIP Guests, James Hilton, CEO/Founder of Xpressify and Dean Bubello, COO/Founder/President of Xpressify.To follow and support James Hilton and Dean Bubello and Xpressify, click here:https://xpressify.ai/James Hilton – Co-Founder & CEOJames Hilton is an experienced entrepreneur and developer. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Finance from Babson College. While at Babson, he co-founded InforcePro, an insurance tech platform acquired by Covr in June 2017. He is also the co-founder of Xavinci, a digital creative agency specializing in strategy and development. Currently, he serves as the CE...
2025-06-1047 min
Greenlight Fitness Podcast - Der Podcast für alle, die etwas auf sich haltenEP-64 Q&A mit EX-Kommando und Podcast Host DeanIn dieser kurzen Folge habe ich mir wieder die Fragen aus der Community vorgenommen und versucht alle so umfassend wie möglich für euch zu beantworten. Viel Spaß beim hören und falls ihr Fragen habt immer her damit ;)https://www.greenlight-fitness.de/https://www.instagram.com/greenlightxfitness/
2025-06-061h 03Greenlight Fitness Podcast - Der Podcast für alle, die etwas auf sich haltenEpisode 63 - Ehemaliger KSK-Offizier & Raumfahrt-Pionier – Sebastian Klaus im Gespräch mit DeanSebastian Klaus – Deans früherer Zugführer beim Kommando Spezialkräfte – öffnet in dieser Folge erstmals das Fenster in eine sonst verschlossene Welt: die Aufgaben, Herausforderungen und Einsätze eines Offiziers bei den Spezialkräften.👉 Wie behält man unter Beschuss in Afghanistan den Überblick?👉 Was bedeutet es wirklich, in einer Führungsrolle beim KSK zu dienen?👉 Und wie schafft man nach dem Dienst den Sprung in die europäische Raumfahrt als CEO von ATMOS Space Cargo?Sebastian ist nicht nur ein herausragender Soldat gewesen – heute revolutioniert er m...
2025-05-302h 34
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...PsychoticU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 5Anthony Palacin| I Used To Be...PsychoticAnthony Palacin joins Dean James for a fearless conversation about surviving a psychotic episode and being sectioned in a psychiatric ward. With raw honesty, Anthony unpacks the trauma, addiction, and mental health struggles that once consumed him—and the radical healing journey that followed. From confronting deep-rooted pain to breaking destructive patterns, Anthony shares how he rewired his life, reduced his reliance on medication, and discovered the power of flow-states. Now a coach helping others unlock clarity, resilience, an...
2025-05-281h 14Greenlight Fitness Podcast - Der Podcast für alle, die etwas auf sich haltenEpisode 62-Elite Rehab for Soldiers – Gaz’s Journey from British Army to Tactical Coaching 🇬🇧Vom Bombenentschärfer zum Hyrox-Athleten – Gaz über Armee, Reha & MindsetIn dieser Folge spricht Dean mit Gary „Gaz“ – 15 Jahre britischer Soldat, Einsätze im Irak & Afghanistan, heute Head of Rehab bei Greenlight Fitness und Gründer von Plug-in Rehab. Er und sein Team helfen Athleten weltweit dabei, fit zu bleiben und nach Verletzungen wieder voll durchzustarten. Zudem ist er Triathlon- & Hyrox-Athlet – und Guinness-Weltrekordhalter (ja, als Hotdog!).Themen der Folge:🇬🇧 vs 🇩🇪 Militär: Unterschiede in Rang, Tradition & AufstiegKameradschaft, Disziplin & das Sergeant's MessReha, Performance & Training für EinsatzkräfteVom „fittesten dicken Typen“ zum Elite-AthletenWas Soldaten wirklich nach dem Dienst brauchen🎧 Jetzt reinhören – Deutschlands #1 Podcast von & f...
2025-05-231h 31
Tales from the RingDean WalshThe Walsh name in County Wexford is one of the most famous in Irish boxing. Dean Walsh's family history was steeped in boxing with his father and uncles winning countless Irish titles. His uncle Billy in particular was one of Wexford's greatest sportsmen, so it was no surprise that Dean joined a boxing club at only 7 years of age. Over the course of his incredible amateur career, he would win 13 Irish titles in total. Dean talks about the struggles he had trying to win a major medal after coming up short so many times at countless European...
2025-05-1954 min
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...On The SidelinesU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 4Muzna Amin | I Used To Be...On The Sidelines Muzna Amin went from putting everyone else first to finally showing up for herself. In this energizing episode, she tells Dean James how she transformed from someone who couldn’t run 5K into a marathon finisher, a mountain trekker across North Pakistan, and now a triathlon trainee. Muzna’s story is one of reclaiming identity through movement, resilience, and radical self-prioritization. Health and fitness aren’t just goals—they’re her way of life. Now, she’s using her j...
2025-05-141h 00
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...The Walking DeadU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 3Jay Hall | I Used To Be...The Walking DeadJay Hall lived with a life-threatening condition for eight years without knowing it. By the time doctors diagnosed him, they said he shouldn’t have survived. At the same time, Jay was running a booming business that grew too fast—and the stress nearly broke him. In this gripping episode, Jay opens up to Dean James about hitting rock bottom, walking away from the life he built, and choosing joy over burnout. Now fully immersed in writ...
2025-04-301h 10
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...In An Abusive RelationshipU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 2Maria Roney | I Used To Be...In An Abusive RelationshipFor over 20 years, Maria Roney lived in the shadows of an abusive marriage. In this deeply moving episode, she opens up to Dean James about the trauma, the PTSD, and the long road to healing. Today, Maria lives by the beach, surrounded by peace, love, and purpose—doing what she was always meant to do. As a Healer, Intuitive Guide, and Teacher, she now helps women transmute pain into power and awaken their divine feminine en...
2025-04-161h 01
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A TradieU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 1Daniel Dow | I Used To Be...A TradieFrom laying floors to leaping from them, Daniel Dow’s journey is nothing short of a blockbuster. In this high-octane episode, Dean James sits down with the man who swapped his toolbelt for a stunt rig—and now shares screen time with Hollywood legends like Tom Cruise, Bruce Willis, Benedict Cumberbatch, Woody Harrelson, and Pierce Brosnan. Daniel opens up about the grind behind the glamour: the relentless training, the fearless mindset, and the unexpected mentorship that launched him...
2025-04-0257 min
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A Mummy's BoyU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 11Ryan Curtis | I Used To Be...A Mummy's BoyWhen Ryan Curtis lost his beloved mum Ann to cancer, his world shattered. In this deeply moving episode, Ryan opens up to Dean James about the extraordinary bond they shared—the laughter, the love, and the quiet moments that made her his everything. Diagnosed and given just six months to live, Ann’s final chapter was devastating, yet filled with grace. Ryan shares the raw truth of navigating her end-of-life phase, the heartbreak of saying goodbye, and...
2025-02-0558 min
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A Stay At Home MumU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 9Jill Kaufman | I Used To Be...A Stay At Home Mum For nine years, Jill Kaufman poured everything into raising her three children. But behind the scenes, she was quietly losing herself—her identity, her joy, her spark. In this powerful episode, Jill opens up to Dean James about the emotional toll of motherhood, the pain of a difficult divorce, and the courageous decision to rebuild her life from the ground up. From re-training to reimagining her future, Jill is now a qualified therapist, divorce coa...
2025-01-0854 min
The Breezeway LiveThe Breezeway Season 10, Episode 16 - Dean JamesWelcome to The Breezeway Season 10, Episode 16, featuring the incredibly talented Dean James! 🎶 Dive into this unforgettable episode where we showcase the artistry, passion, and musical brilliance of Dean James, a standout performer in the world of live music. Whether you’re a die-hard country music lover, a musician seeking inspiration, or a guitar enthusiast craving soulful melodies, this episode is for you!
Discover the story behind Dean James' journey as a musician, his dedication to his craft, and his mission to connect with audiences through authentic performances. If you’re looking for a platform that ch...
2024-12-131h 18
Deans Counsel52: Anuj Mehrotra (Georgia Tech) with Observations from a Three-Time DeanOn this episode of Deans Counsel, moderators Ken Kring and Dave Ikenberry speak with Anuj Mehrotra, Dean and Stephen P. Zelnak Jr. Chair, and Professor of Operations Management, at Georgia Tech University. Prior to his time at the Scheller College of Business, Mehrotra served as the dean of the George Washington University School of Business (GWSB) since 2018. Before GWSB, Anuj was senior vice dean and vice dean of Faculty Development and Research at the University of Miami School of Business Administration. He was also the school's interim dean, vice dean of Graduate Business Programs a...
2024-12-0634 min
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...ParalysedU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 8Reese Sabatini-Blake | I Used To Be...Paralysed Reese Sabatini-Blake went in for brain surgery to reduce her seizures. She woke up paralysed. In this extraordinary episode, Reese shares with Dean James the terrifying moment she learned she’d had a stroke on the operating table—and was told she’d never walk unaided again. But Reese refused to accept that fate. Armed with fierce determination and a deep understanding of neuroplasticity, she rewired her brain and reclaimed 99% of her movement. Now a best-selling author and holisti...
2024-12-0451 minDeans Counsel51: Bob Bruner (Virginia) on The Key Attributes of a Dean's TemperamentOn this episode of Deans Counsel, moderators Ken Kring and Dave Ikenberry speak with Bob Bruner, University Emeritus Professor, Distinguished Emeritus Professor of Business Administration and Dean Emeritus of the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia. Bob is a giant in the field of deaning, and we're honored to have him on the show. As the former longtime Dean of one of the top business schools in the country, Bob has the experience to speak with authority about the temperament that the position demands. A dean must be tough when needed, b...
2024-11-2240 min
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A LawyerU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 7Ange de Lumiere | I Used To Be...A Lawyer Ange de Lumiere spent years in the courtroom, building a life around logic, structure, and legal precision. But when she changed careers later in life, she was forced to confront just how deeply she’d identified with being a lawyer—and how hard it was to let go. In this soul-stirring episode, Ange opens up to Dean James about the emotional tug-of-war between old identity and new purpose, and how she found a way to honour both...
2024-11-201h 00Deans Counsel50: Gareth James (Emory) on Shifting Business ModelsOn this episode of Deans Counsel, moderators Ken Kring and Dave Ikenberry speak with Gareth James, who became the John H. Harland Dean of Emory University's Goizueta Business School in July 2022. Renowned for his visionary leadership, statistical mastery, and commitment to the future of business education, James brings vast and versatile experience to the role. His collaborative nature and data-driven scholarship offer fresh energy and focus aimed at furthering Goizueta’s mission: to prepare principled leaders to have a positive influence on business and society. James joins the Goizueta family from the USC Marshall Sch...
2024-11-0836 min
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A People PleaserU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 6Amir Sardari | I Used To Be...A People PleaserAmir Sardari spent years saying “yes” when he meant “no,” trapped in a cycle of approval-seeking that led to toxic relationships and emotional burnout. In this eye-opening episode, Amir joins Dean James to unpack the hidden cost of people pleasing—and the powerful journey of reclaiming his voice. With raw honesty, he shares how he unlearned the habits that kept him small, and re-learned how to live with authenticity, boundaries, and self-respect. If you’ve ever felt like yo...
2024-11-0654 minDeans Counsel49: John Clarke (DePauw) on Being a Founding DeanOn this episode of Deans Counsel, moderators Ken Kring and Dave Ikenberry speak with John Clarke, the inaugural dean of the School of Business and Leadership and a professor of business at DePauw University. While DePauw is one of the older universities in the US, its School of Business was just founded in 2023. John previously served as associate dean for academic operations at Tulane’s Freeman School, where he was integral in developing educational programs and corporate partnerships. Prior to Tulane, Clarke was the assistant dean for strategic initiatives at the Gies College of Bus...
2024-10-2542 min
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...ObeseU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 5Chavier Lowe | I Used To Be...ObeseChavier Lowe once tipped the scales at over 100kg, trapped in a body that no longer reflected the life he wanted to live. In this powerful episode, he opens up to Dean James about the moment he realised his health had spiralled out of control—and the fire that sparked his epic transformation. From battling self-doubt to building unstoppable momentum, Chavier shares the mindset shifts, emotional hurdles, and practical strategies that helped him reclaim his body, his confidence, an...
2024-10-231h 03
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...An AlcoholicU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 4Paul Whittaker | I Used To Be...an AlcoholicPaul Whittaker’s descent into alcohol dependency was slow, silent, and devastating. What began as a mild habit spiralled into a life-threatening addiction, dragging him through some of his darkest moments. In this brutally honest episode, Paul sits down with Dean James to share his full-circle journey—from the chaos of abuse, addiction, and suicidal thoughts to the clarity of sobriety, healing, and peace. Now living a happy, healthy, and content sober life, Paul’s story is a test...
2024-10-091h 20
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To be...StraightU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 3Kimberley Maynard | I Used To Be...StraightKimberley Maynard lived the life she thought she was supposed to—marriage, children, grandchildren. But beneath it all, a quiet truth was waiting to be heard. In this refreshingly honest and deeply inspiring episode, Kimberley sits down with Dean James to share her journey of coming out later in life, embracing her sexual identity, and stepping into a loving, joyful same-sex relationship. With unapologetic clarity, she reflects on the courage it took to live authentically—and the freedom that...
2024-09-181h 11
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A Writer | PilotU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 2: The PilotDean James | I Used To Be...A WriterFor Liam Hobbs, writing wasn’t just a passion—it was his entire identity. But when his dream of publishing a novel began to unravel, so did his mental and emotional health. In this raw and revealing episode, Liam opens up to Dean James about the crushing weight of creative ambition, the heartbreak of perceived failure, and the extreme decision to walk away from the one thing he thought defined him. What happens when your drea...
2024-09-1143 min
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountI Used To Be...A Lot of ThingsU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 1Dean James | I Used To Be...A Lot of ThingsIn this powerful opening episode, Dean James flips the mic on himself. Before diving into the stories of transformation, reinvention, and resilience from others, Dean shares his own journey—how life’s twists and turns led him to podcasting, and why he’s so passionate about giving voice to people who’ve lived through change. From personal struggles to professional pivots, Dean opens up about what drives him, what listeners can expect, and why this podcast...
2024-09-0413 min
U2BDC: Used To Be's Do CountTrailer & IntroductionU2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count - Podcast Trailer & Introduction‘Used to Be’s’ do indeed count! “I used to be…” refers to a past human state, condition identity or experience. Understanding the importance of what or who someone ‘used to be’ can provide valuable insight into one’s life journey and experiences.Dean talks to his guests, revealing the most intriguing, interesting and enthralling stories of past experiences, successes, failures and life’s lessons as we reflect on who or what one ‘used to be’.We’re not dwelling on the past in a...
2024-08-2602 min
Harry and Dean's Five FavesEp 1:16 D. James Goodwin's Five Fave Projects and an InterviewJoin Harry and Dean as they chat with producer, D. James Goodwin.
D. James is best known for his work producing records for artists such as Bob Weir, Goose, and Bonny Light Horseman. He talks to the boys about his first experiences with music, the moment he knew he wanted to become a producer, and his philosophies getting the best out of artists.
D. James also recounts his experience helping Bob Weir transform the songs of his youth into his 2016 album, Blue Mountain, and talks other notable projects.
2024-08-021h 06
The Most Dangerous PodcastThe Tale of Minnie Dean: New Zealand’s Only Executed WomanWelcome to The Most Dangerous Podcast, where hosts James and Fraser uncover history’s most notorious and disturbing stories. In this haunting episode, James takes the lead to tell the grim tale of Minnie Dean — the only woman ever executed in New Zealand.Known as a “baby farmer”, Minnie Dean took in unwanted infants for money during the late 1800s. But when babies began to vanish, suspicions turned to horror. In 1895, she was arrested, tried, and ultimately hanged for murder, becoming a symbol of fear, scandal, and social failure.In this episode, we explore:The br...
2024-06-2359 minDeans Counsel40: Tony Bernardo (UCLA): So, You Want to Be a Dean?On this episode of Deans Counsel, moderators Jim Ellis and Dave Ikenberry speak with Antonio "Tony" Bernardo, Dean and John E. Anderson Chair in Management at UCLA's Anderson School of Management, a position he's held since July 2019.Tony began his academic career at UCLA Anderson and has been a member of the finance faculty since 1994. He has a long history as an active and engaged member of Anderson’s faculty and its administration, having served as department chair and senior associate dean for academic affairs from 2006 to 2009, and finance area chair from 2013 to 2015 and ag...
2024-06-2137 min
Me Whadsey whooperWHOOPER TALKS TO LONG LOST BROTHERThe wall tell Dean Silva his music sucks he tells Mrs. Rodriguez he doesn’t care about his long lost relative and don’t tell anyone to it. Whoops, not the best. The current version of the Wooper
2024-05-0503 minGreenlight Fitness Podcast - Der Podcast für alle, die etwas auf sich haltenEpisode 7 - Das RheinGym, die Auffangstation der verlorenen SeelenIn der heutigen Folge begrüßt Dean seinen guten Freund Sascha Kurwan als Gast! Sascha ist der Gründer des RheinGyms in Köln und war Deans erste Anlaufstelle nach seinem Ausscheiden aus der Bundeswehr. In dieser spannenden Folge des Greenlight Podcasts erfahrt ihr, wie Sascha nach seiner Zeit als Fallschirmjäger in Lebach schlussendlich zum RheinGym kam. Ihr werdet erfahren, welche Hürden er dafür überwinden musste, wie sich Dean als Azubi angestellt hat und wieso er zu großen Teilen für die Entstehung von Greenlight Fitness verantwortlich ist!
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2024-04-191h 30
Peer EffectPersonal Branding and Evolving as a Leader, with Dean SeddonDean Seddon, founder and CEO of MAVERRIK, steps into the Peer Effect spotlight to share his innovative approach to marketing and the undeniable power of personal branding.With a decade of steering MAVERRIK to success, Dean has mastered the art of utilising his personal brand to propel his business forward. His journey reveals the critical role of a founder in not only shaping a company's strategy but also its public perception and internal culture.In this episode, we delve into:Dean's strategic insights on using personal branding as a tool for business growth and...
2024-04-1729 min
The Real Estate Halftime Show05 - Reverse Mortgages Explained ║ The Real Estate Halftime Show w/ Dean Germain and James HarperThis week's guest is Dean Germain, the Dean of Reverse Mortgages. Dean Germain is a mortgage originator with over 17 years of experience in the home finance industry. He has worked all aspects of the mortgage industry as a mortgage originator, account executive, mortgage broker and mortgage banker. Sit back, relax & listen as James and Dean discuss all things Reverse Mortgages. From how they can be used as well as how they have changed and evolved over the years. This episode isn't only for home buyers who are 62+, but also Real Estate Agents! We have more episodes...
2024-03-2723 min
Is This a Ghost?89. The Ghost of James Dean's CarNo, you read that right. This is not the story of James Dean's ghost. This is the story of James Dean's car's ghost. We will not be taking any questions. (But yeah, okay, we talk about James Dean's ghost, too.)This is the story of the Ghost of James Dean's Car. Come for the ghost, stay for friends with Lego benefits, the Fightin’ Lady Fingers, one tiny mistake, live fast, live long, getaway ambulance, advice from people named after Muppets, big royal inbred car, and (James Dean’s) good bones.Sources:https://www.carsales.com...
2024-02-071h 00
StoryweaversEpisode 8a: "The Crow" - A Graphic Novel by James O'BarrIn this week's episodes of “Storyweavers,” our hosts provided each other with a piece of media they hold dear. John and Dean each took time to experience and digest these works and then came together to discuss them. In Episode 8a, John asked Dean to read James O’Barr’s graphic novel “The Crow.” They discuss their experience and reactions to “The Crow” and offer insight into the real-life events that inspired the novel, as well as the film adaption directed by Alex Proyas starring Brandon Lee.Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@storyweaverspodcastPocketcasts: https://pca.st/po...
2023-12-2232 min
Solfate Podcast - Interviews with blockchain founders/builders on SolanaDean's List DAO: Services DAO that hosts AthensDAO (feat. Takisoul)A conversation with Dimitris (aka Takisoul), contributing member of Dean's List DAO and AthensDAOx.Full show notes: solfate.com/podcast/38Watch this episode on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=uuN2k-Njm4I Follow the @SolfatePod show on Twitter for updates. Thanks for listening frens :)Notes from the showDean’s List is a services DAO, meaning their members offer various services to the broader Solana community including detailed product feedback and marketing services.Dimitris shares the overarching visions that the Dean’s List DAO is perusing, progressing towa...
2023-11-2157 minDeans Counsel23: John Quelch (Miami) with Observations from a “Three-Continent” Dean of DeansA podcast for deans and academic leadership.DEANS COUNSELJames Ellis | Moderator | Dean of the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California (2007-2019)David Ikenberry | Moderator | Dean of the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado-Boulder (2011-2016)Ken Kring | Moderator | Co-Managing Director, Global Education Practice and Senior Client Partner at Korn FerryDeansCounsel.com--EPISODE 23: John Quelch (Miami) with Observations from...
2023-10-2742 min
LeadovationDr. James Pogue: Inclusive Leadership: “The RIGHT Kind of Uncomfortable™”Have you ever heard these myths about workplace inclusivity? Myth #1: Inclusivity is just another buzzword and doesn't impact organizational success. Myth #2: Hiring diverse talent means compromising on qualifications and skills. Myth #3: Inclusivity efforts only benefit underrepresented groups, neglecting the needs of the majority of employees. Stay tuned as Dr. James Pogue debunks these myths and reveals the truth about the importance of inclusivity in organizations. About Dr. James Pogue:Dr. Pogue provides thought leadership to leaders and organizations to push them to address Diversity, Inclusion, and Bias (DIBs)™; directly and significantly. As the Pre...
2023-10-2441 min
LeadovationJames Fair: Lessons Learned from a Rags to Riches JourneyIn a world where James Fair seemed destined for mediocrity, an unexpected twist of fate sent him hurtling towards a transformative journey of personal growth. From the depths of low self-esteem and limited opportunities, he defied the odds and rose above his circumstances. But just as James thought he had conquered his demons, a new challenge emerged, threatening to unravel everything he had worked so hard for. Stay tuned as we delve into the gripping tale of James Fair's resilience and leadership, where the path to success takes an unexpected turn… About James Fair:W...
2023-10-1735 min
Good Life Conversations with Dean WilsonJames E. Dixon: Beating the Odds
Prepare for an electrifying interview that's set to ignite your spirit as host Dean Wilson sits down with the extraordinary James E. Dixon, a beacon of resilience and empowerment. James's awe-inspiring journey from overcoming multiple surgeries due to poor blood circulation to becoming a record-setting weight lifter and motivational speaker is nothing short of remarkable. Born with challenges that might have deterred others, James's story is a testament to the power of determination and grit.
Join us as we dive deep into James's riveting life story – from battling adversity through playing basketball and securing a Division III scholarship to hi...
2023-09-1223 min
Film Talk With AJ DeanFilm Talk With AJ Dean James 'Doc' Mason Episode 90
Film Talk With AJ Dean Presents, AJ Dean interviews Special VIP Guest, James 'Doc' Mason, Screenwriter and Author. James has a new book, "Mastering The Logline: How To Excite Hollywood With a Single Sentence", which will be released on September 1st, 2023. It will be available in paperback and e-book format on Amazon.com
Special Shout out and Acknowledgement to Kimberly Skyrme and Patti Price for introducing us to James! Thank you so much, Kimberly and Patti!
Subscribe NOW to Film Talk With AJ Dean! Featuring Film & TV Professionals! Where we "Celebrate" You! We have the best guests on the...
2023-08-2055 minDeans Counsel14: David Blackwell (Kentucky) on Transitioning from Dean to ProvostA podcast for deans and academic leadership.DEANS COUNSELJames Ellis | Moderator | Dean of the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California (2007-2019)David Ikenberry | Moderator | Dean of the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado-Boulder (2011-2016)Ken Kring | Moderator | Co-Managing Director, Global Education Practice and Senior Client Partner at Korn FerryDeansCounsel.com--EPISODE 14: David Blackwell (Kentucky) on Transitioning from...
2023-06-2335 minDeans Counsel13: Erika James (Pennsylania) on Leadership Through Team BuildingA podcast for deans and academic leadership.DEANS COUNSELJames Ellis | Moderator | Dean of the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California (2007-2019)David Ikenberry | Moderator | Dean of the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado-Boulder (2011-2016)Ken Kring | Moderator | Co-Managing Director, Global Education Practice and Senior Client Partner at Korn FerryDeansCounsel.com--EPISODE 13: Erika James (Pennsylania) on Leadership Through...
2023-06-0934 min
Film Talk With AJ DeanFilm Talk With AJ Dean James Moorer Episode 78Film Talk With AJ Dean Presents, AJ Dean interviews Special VIP Guest, James Moorer, Actor, Screenwriter, Producer, and Author. Special Thank you to Evette Vargas and The New Hollywood Movement
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2023-06-0836 min
James Elden's Playwright's SpotlightPlaywright's Spotlight with Dean Farell BruggemanSend us a textHad a wonderful time reconnecting with Dean Farell Bruggeman, discussing playwriting and launching a career without any formal training. We discuss overcoming the obstacles without an academic start, the necessities of a successful scene, achieving truth and following your heart, muses and self projection as well as inspiration and unearthing plays buried in the "underwear drawer." Dean's quite inspirational with lovely energy. A mistake I make within our talk is about a piece correctly titled "American Pie" written by Rebecca Katz. I mistakenly label it as a play without "story" while I intended...
2022-09-061h 21
Expert In Demand Podcast With Dean SeddonCase Studies That Grow Your Business with James RostanceDean Talks with James Rostance, CEO and Video Case Study Producer at Story Hero®. James leverages the case studies of companies to improve their conversion rates. In this unscripted talk, Dean and James discuss the impact of James’s work and how business owners can use these case studies to place their businesses above the competition.
Connect with James on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrostance/?originalSubdomain=uk
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2022-08-191h 10
Smarter Marketer03. Sales and Marketing Alignment w. Dean MannixDo your sales and marketing teams work in silos? If you're in a stitch-up that includes finger-pointing, complaints about bad leads, or leads not being followed up, this one is for you. Tune into James in conversation with Australia's leading sales coach, Dean Mannix on how both teams can see eye to eye, and how this can save your business! Guest:Our guest Dean Mannix is CEO of SalesITV, an inspiration and "how-to" for sales professionals in over 25 countries. Follow him on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanmannix/] and on Instagram [@dean_mannix], or v...
2022-05-0430 min
She's All That MinuteMinute 67: The Great Pitack of 1997Discussed in this episode:
-Paul Walker pulling a big Don John
-Jason Alexander’s character in Pretty Woman is a real dick
-Erin’s coming super…good…with the…intense notes
-Dean’s Vaudeville Act
-Once again, an inner monologue could fix everything
-Dean, Blockhead vs Dean, Nefarious Puppetmaster
-Stinky, Bright Candle Dean vs Cute, Dumb Dean
-Academically Successful Dean vs Distant Freestyle Rap Observer Dean
-James takes like…a LONG time to process the very clear thing that Erin says at the beginning of the episode.
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2022-04-1200 min
Health and Wealth Podcast with Carter & TimDean Somes, Senior Wealth Manager, From Giant Slolam To Constructing PortfoliosEpisode 43 - Dean Somes is currently the Senior Wealth Manager at Three Bell Capital. Formerly, Dean was Vice President and Wealth Manager at Bank of New York Mellon and Senior Portfolio Manager for Cross Capital Partners, LP in Dallas, Texas.At seventeen, Dean discovered his passion for the stock markets while employed for a Dallas-based hedge fund, Tarpon Partners, and continued trading throughout his years at Boston College, where he earned dual B.A. degrees. In 2004, Dean joined Cross Capital Partners, a Texas family office focusing on investment management. He later became Cross Capital Partners’ lead tr...
2022-01-191h 18
Hacking Self Storage#154 - James Bonny of Bonnys Self StorageJames Bonny is the owner of Bonnys Self Storage Ltd. He's also the Director at Bonny Developments Ltd and the Manager at Bonny Estates. He is skilled in Negotiation, Sales, Management, New Business Development, Real Estate Development, Storage Solutions, Self Storage, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Business Development, Account Management. Bonnys Self Storage is a self-storage company with highly secure, dry, and clean storage units for domestic and business use. Bonnys' aim is to build a reputation for first-class customer service combined with clean modern facilities and high levels of security to give customers total peace of...
2021-03-3145 min
Not Yet RatedNot Yet Rated (Season 3, Episode 4: The China Syndrome)On this week's episode, we discuss the 1979 James Bridges film "The China Syndrome".
2021-02-0448 min
LeadovationJames Monahan: Out of Bounds Nation / Second ChancesProviding second chances to individuals with a criminal past through entrepreneurial, educational, and vocational programs.In this episode, Dean Newlund and James Monahan discuss:Forging a small business incubator.Creation and branding of the prison theme. Giving back to nonprofits that help the incarcerated or the families of the incarcerated.The legal barriers that felons face after prison. Key Takeaways:Helping people to push past the fear of interacting with people that have been in prison by making use of stats and success stories.Working to build revenue and help th...
2020-12-2922 min
Just The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandOverwhelm to Freedom: Dean's Secret Weapon RevealedYou have a dream: To serve people with your idea, make a lot of money doing it, and create the freedom to enjoy your family and favorite activities. You get your business up and running, and even get some traction. Next thing you know, you dread getting up in the morning to face the overwhelming nightmare that your business has become. Where's the joy you expected to have? Where's the freedom? How did you end up in this mess? This is exactly where Dean found himself three...
2020-12-1058 min
People & Music IndustryMix Engineer - Dean James BarrattDean James Barratt is a sought-after Mix Engineer based out of The Dairy Studios in London. His recent credits include Shy FX, Joy Crookes, Ray Black, James Vickery, Rag n Bone Man, Craig David, Jess Glynne, and lots more. Dean talks to Sam Inglis about his personal road to becoming a freelance Mix Engineer, what he thinks defines that role, tips on making it, and what he thinks keeps clients coming back for more.Chapters00:00 - Introduction00:31 - Career Beginnings07:24 - Going Freelance11:15 - Personality12:17 - Working In A Team13:39...
2020-12-0322 minNot Yet RatedNot Yet Rated (Season 2, Episode 5: The Abyss)On this week's episode, we discuss the 1989 James Cameron film "The Abyss".
2020-11-1039 min
Just The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandStrengthen The Offer Until They Can’t Say NoHow to consistently create offers your ideal customers find irresistible is a part of business that challenges even the most seasoned, successful entrepreneurs. And once you’ve got them in the door, how do you continue serving them, so they stick around, keep buying, and keep benefiting? The one, the only, Bearded Wonder of the United Kingdom (aka Dean) discovered a powerful, profitable way to create an offer his customers bought, LOVED, and profited from, even after insisting they “didn’t have the money” to buy it! It was that irresistible! Join James...
2020-09-2400 min
Just The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandThe Cost of IndecisionThe ability to make decisions, and make them fast, is critical for any entrepreneur, because very often it's the decisions you don't make that will stall, or even destroy, your business. Uncomfortable, intimidating decisions are the ones most likely to trip you up. It seems easier to kick the can down the road than to make a decision that might be wrong, or may hurt someone's feelings. But James and Dean will tell you, from difficult personal experience, that the cost of indecision is a LOT higher than you think.
2020-09-1757 minNot Yet RatedNot Yet Rated (Announcement on Temporary Postponement)Dear our beloved listeners,
Due to the ongoing developments of outbreaks happening in Australia regarding the Coronavirus and further Stay At Home Restrictions due to a Second Wave, we have temporarily postponed the recordings of our Podcast.
Rest assured, we will be back bigger and better when we can, hopefully in October. This is an outgoing message from both Dean and Pye to let all of our listeners know that we will be back and cannot wait to record our future podcasts, with Season 2.
Until then, stay safe, look out...
2020-08-0308 min
Just The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandWhat's Holding You BackThree action-packed years ago, James P. Friel and Dean Holland set out on a mission with one objective: Launch a fun, value-packed podcast full of cutting edge advice to help entrepreneurs take their business to the next level. The first few episodes of Just The Tips were rocky, as James and Dean, both podcast newbies, worked through the ins and outs and ups and downs of launching and growing a successful podcast. With three years of successful podcasting under their belts, you'd expect the guys' podcasting experience to be smooth as silk. It's definitely more...
2020-07-3054 min
Just The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandHow to Eliminate Team Meeting TediumDue to social distancing measures, businesses the world over have unexpectedly found themselves forced to conduct virtual team meetings. What many quickly discovered is that virtual team meetings, like in-person meetings, can drag on and end up extremely unproductive - except even more so! Instead of getting to business and lining out next steps, virtual team meetings often turn into time-sucking social hours, feel pointless, or take three times longer than necessary, all because there's no meeting framework in place. A recent study revealed that unproductive team meetings waste nearly $40 billion a year; and that...
2020-07-2356 min
Just The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandInfinite Info Product IncomeThis year's events have inspired more people than ever to seek out creative ways to earn more income. Whether it's growing a side hustle, pivoting or expanding their existing business, or creating a business from scratch, online info products are a fantastic way to create a revenue stream, and do so without a lot of overhead costs. Doesn't matter if you're online-only or brick and mortar, established or brand new - you have something to offer. For example, there's something you do well that other people don't do well, and would love to get better...
2020-07-1657 min
Just The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandOvercoming OverwhelmAs you make your way to success, you get this wave of overwhelm that takes you by surprise. You might try to think back and see if you've missed the signs, but it's too late by then. Burnout is just around the corner! How do you avoid this monster of a situation? In this episode, James and Dean talk about their effective strategies to overcome overwhelm. It's inevitable, but when you have the right systems in place, overwhelm is not as scary as you think! "We're human beings, not human doings." – James P. Friel ...
2020-07-0959 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandWho are You Serving in Your Business?There are so many keys to success when you're building a business online. So many that no one even knows where to begin and some of them even contradict each other! If people in the fitness industry differ with loving and hating carbs (with others not even caring at all), it's the same thing with business. In this episode, James and Dean help you zoom out and look at how all the pieces fit together. You'll be surprised to know that the path to get results are the same fundamental things you've learned! "Simplicity is...
2020-06-2557 min
The Inspiration North PodcastDean Fox - You are already all you need to be#80 - Dean Fox - You are already all you need to be Dean talks to us about how you are already all you need to be. Here’s what you’ll learn: Growing up with the idea that he had to be the best at everything. Coming to a standstill physically and psychologically. And how you don’t have to be part of the 5am club! By 2007 Dean had been a National Sales Manager for a Major Company and built a multi six figure property business, but just a few years later, he had los...
2020-06-1447 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandEffective Selling with Diane HelbigDo you have a hard time selling? Do you get awkward and uncomfortable when it's time to close? In this episode, James and Dean welcome Diane Helbig, an international business and leadership consultant, trainer, author, award-winning speaker, and podcast host. She's here to share her game-changing tips for effective selling. If you're not excited about sales, you will be by the end of this episode. Tune in for Diane's expert advice and scripts that will turn you into a master closer. "You have to actually listen to what people tell you and then respond based on that...
2020-06-1132 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandStart From Zero with Zane MaxwellMost of us are going through turbulent times and working on major pivots in our businesses. If you're in the same boat, this show is a must-listen. Dane Maxwell started with $123 in his pocket, and now he's a multi-millionaire, author of the hit book Start from Zero, and serial entrepreneur teaching people how to start a business from scratch. How did he do it? He joins James and Dean in this episode to share his advice on building lucrative businesses over and over again -- even when times are tough. Find out his secrets to making equity every day...
2020-05-2141 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandThe Next Revolution: Marketplace SuperheroesWhere is the crest of the wave for entrepreneurs in all this waiting? Stephen Somers, co-founder of Marketplace Superheroes, chimes in for this interview with James and Dean to discuss how e-commerce and online service businesses are set for a quantum leap. Stephen co-founded an online education and services company that helps people learn to sell their own products globally via Amazon, completely from scratch. With over $12 million in products sold on Amazon, Stephen and his business partner Robert also grew an 8-figure coaching and training business aimed at helping people learn to start up a successful side hustle...
2020-05-0737 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandThe Explosive Power of the Bullet Proof Business Online CommunitiesOne of the best times to build an online business community is during a period of uncertainty. In this episode, James and Dean talk about the advantage of getting out in front of your tribe, with as much power-packed content as you can make, during the ongoing coronavirus quarantine. Groups are launched and abandoned on social media every day. They start up with hopes of something new and different, but the people leading them often get sidetracked seeking applause or engagement for posts that aren't much help or use to the members. James launched the...
2020-04-3039 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandHow to Create Opportunity Out of a CrisisMost of us are almost a month into being on lockdown because of the pandemic. Like most situations, things have to get worse before they can get good again. Even Dean wasn't an exception to the virus; he was deemed to have been positive and was quarantined for ten days before coming back to the show. In today's episode, James and Dean chat about how you can create opportunity out of a crisis. They share a four-step framework that you can take and apply in whatever business you are in right now. This process is applicable in...
2020-04-1635 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandThe Day Dean's Facebook Ads Account Got SuspendedIf you are an entrepreneur who is currently using Facebook Ads or is planning to use them, this episode is one that you don't want to miss. In today's episode, Dean shares his personal experience on how one mistake cost the suspension of his account. He outlines the events that led to the suspension, the steps he took to appeal his case, and how he was able to get his account reactivated. He also gives his takeaway from the experience so you can avoid going through the trouble and not have the same effect on...
2020-03-2640 min
The James Altucher Show548 - How to make Money doing what you Love - Dean GraziosiIf you ever catch yourself wondering how to work for yourself, this is the podcast for you. Dean Graziosi was making 1.8 million dollars at age 26. !!?? Can you imagine? When he said this, I thought, "I should've been more entrepreneurial." But I'm not too late. And neither are you.
In this episode, Dean breaks down how to turn your life experiences and knowledge into a 6 or 7 figure+ business. He gives real-life case studies from people who followed his new program, Knowledge Broker Blueprint. Which he created with Tony Robbins. They wanted to make it easy for people to find their calling...
2020-02-1958 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandHow to Create Deliberate Customer ExperienceHave you ever seen something at a store, thought about buying it, but ended up leaving with nothing? There are a few factors that come into play when we're making purchasing decisions. For example, we might not buy if the salesperson doesn't explain the product clearly, or the packaging isn't appealing enough. Today's episode is inspired by a meeting with a client who was wondering how to improve customer experiences. Having the idea of what makes people buy your product or service will greatly improve your business. James and Dean both share their knowledge, expertise...
2020-02-1332 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandE-commerce in the 21st CenturyFor a while now, listeners have been asking James and Dean for updates on what they've been up to. Most of the time, they have guests who discuss their businesses. In this episode, your hosts share more about their own companies and what they're doing when they aren't recording the show. E-commerce has become a prevalent option for consumers, and the industry is still growing. People don't need to leave the comfort of their homes when they want to purchase things, whether they're shopping for themselves, their households, or even for gifts. Today, James and...
2020-02-0632 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandMeditation 101Meditation is a practice where one uses a method to train attention and awareness in one's self to achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm and stable condition. Successful people like Oprah Winfrey and Ray Dalio, among others, have been known to practice meditation and can create amazing results in their business and own lives. In today's episode, James and Dean talk about their own experiences in trying their hand at meditation. Dean has a less fascinating encounter with mediation compared to James, who has been putting meditation into practice for over eight years now. ...
2020-01-3038 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandHow To Grow Your BusinessMost of us want to be our own bosses so we don't have to take orders from anyone. Many people try their luck in owning their own business, but only some come out as successful business owners. In today's episode, Dean and James talk about a certain topic that every business owner should know, especially if they want to grow their business productively. James combines two sets of principles that will set you up for success. By the end of this episode, you will know how you can establish a good and solid foundation for...
2020-01-1629 min
2019-08-1706 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandDirect Mail and Digital Marketing Joining Forces with Ryan Cote, Ep 107On today's episode of Just the Tips, Dean and I welcome Ryan Cote, a man who has done something truly unique in this day and age, and that's combining digital marketing with old-school direct mail to create a marketing powerhouse. Ryan is the Director of Digital Services and Partner at Ballantine, a third-generation, family-owned direct mail and digital marketing company based out of Fairfield, NJ. Ballantine has been serving small-business clients since 1966, when it was founded by Ryan's great-uncle. Ryan has been with his family's agency since 2003, and today he manages the growing digital marketing division. Entering the...
2019-08-0133 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandHow to Scale Your Business without Burning Out and DyingOn today's episode of Just the Tips, Dean and I sit down to discuss a very important topic, how to not burn out and throw everything into the river. Many entrepreneurs are very good at the one thing they do, or have a great idea and suddenly find themselves growing faster than they thought possible. But then, what do you do? How do you expand? Whom do you hire to help you expand? Today, we dive deep into the topic, because it's an important one for a lot of business owners who are just getting started. Dean owes...
2019-07-0436 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandAffiliate Marketing Superpowers Part 2On today's episode of Just the Tips, we continue our deep, questionable dive into the life of Dean Holland. If you listened to episode 101, you know we peeled back the stinky onion of Dean's life to reveal that he's actually something of an affiliate marketing genius. If you're interested in affiliate marketing, or Dean piqued your curiosity a couple weeks back, you're going to want to listen to this week's episode. Starting affiliate marketing from scratch When it comes to affiliate marketing, relationships matter. But what if you're just starting to dip your toe into it, and...
2019-06-2733 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandAffiliate Marketing SuperpowersOn today's episode of Just the Tips, we peel back the layers on the mystery, wrapped in an enigma, that is Dean Holland. I've known Dean for years and if you asked me what it is that Dean does, I couldn't tell you. But over a recent visit, I realized what Dean's superpower is: Creating affiliate programs so businesses don't have to rely on paid traffic. That's a bona fide superpower, and on today's episode we dive into how Dean does it. Dean Holland: An Origin Story Dean has sold over $10 million in products online, and only...
2019-06-1331 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandWhat We've Learned from 100 EpisodesThis episode is a very special episode of Just the Tips. Despite not really enjoying each other's company very much, Dean and I have made it through 100 episodes. And at a rate of one listener gained per episode, we have hit triple-digit listeners. In all seriousness, though, Dean and I have had a blast making this show, or else we wouldn't do it. So today we're taking a look at what decisions we've made and what we've learned on this long, strange trip. Podcasts let you build relationships The first thing we've learned in our time making...
2019-05-3034 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandThe vital e-commerce step that everyone skips, Ep 97Fans all the way down from the cheap seats to the front row have been asking Dean and I for a solo episode of Just the Tips for a while now, and finally we're giving the people what they want. Unfortunately, that does mean that Dean is also here, but we have a great topic we're diving into this week. Even though both of us have built successful e-commerce businesses, we never actually talk about e-commerce! So today we're dipping into our personal experience to provide just tips for listeners of Just the Tips. Entrepreneurs should marry Dean
2019-05-0942 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandForget social media vanity metrics with Elise DarmaOn today's episode of Just the Tips, Dean and I get schooled completely in how to make social media work for small businesses. That's because we have as a guest Elise Darma, an Instagram Jedi who runs the Canupy agency that has grown numerous 250,000-follower Instagram accounts, has brokered hundreds of deals between Instagram influencers and brands, and runs an Instagram Masterclass. Dean is still in Instagram pre-k, so this episode is full of amazing advice and counterintuitive insights that will help you get your social media on the right track. Quality over quantity on Instagram Sometimes...
2019-04-1837 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandHitting the ground running with Patrick McKennaOn today's episode of Just the Tips, Dean and I get started on the right foot when he serenades me about how excited he is to be my co-host. And then, we have an absolutely amazing guest in Patrick McKenna. Patrick is the Founder and CEO of Strike Social, a global, technology-enabled digital advertising company. He has more than 30 years of experience in business development and technology consulting for major corporations. He literally helped build Microsoft into the juggernaut it is today, and with his new company, Strike Social, he's worked with little mom-and-pop shops like Honda, Mattel and...
2019-04-1137 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandWhy Dean Went on Social Media DetoxOn today's Just the Tips, it's just Dean and I sharing a podcast episode for two for Valentine's Day. This is actually the one place where I can tell Dean I love him, because he's actually taken a hiatus from social media lately. At first I thought I wasn't seeing his posts, but he tells me it's been an intentional pullback from social media. Why? Find out on this very special, intimate Valentine's Day episode. Dean goes dark Back in December, everything had been going well for Dean, when suddenly he got really sick. He tried to...
2019-02-1442 minJust The Tips, with James P. Friel and Dean HollandThe Early Entrepreneurial BugOn today's episode of Just the Tips, Dean and I are reunited over the Internet after being together in person for Dean's wedding! After admitting the entire ceremony was a ruse just to get me to the U.K., Dean and I talk about a little cake controversy after the wedding, and all of the podcast fodder that Dean's groomsmen bestowed upon me during their speeches. So today's episode is all about war stories from jobs and companies past. And of course, we kick it all off with Dean selling parakeets. Because he's Dean Holland and that's what he...
2018-09-0633 min