Shows
The Smart ConnectorAI for Impact: Transforming Research Funding With Technology - With Sherry Shannon-VanstoneExploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionise research funding mechanisms is crucial for understanding the future of resource allocation and innovation.
For entrepreneurs, this podcast episode with Sherry Shannon-Vanstone offers a unique opportunity to understand the intersection of AI and funding, gaining insights into innovative funding strategies and the latest technological advancements.
Join host Jane Bayler and host Sherry Shannon-Vanstone and learn how to leverage AI to secure funding, optimize their projects, and drive meaningful change in their industries.
Contact Sherry:
Website: www...
2024-07-3035 min
The Smart ConnectorDoomed to Fail? Resilience in the Face of Challenging Times - With Paul ShottonThis week’s podcast episode is critical for entrepreneurs navigating the volatile landscape of today's business world.
Understanding the systemic vulnerabilities and pitfalls that contribute to failures in governance and economics provides entrepreneurs with crucial insights for fortifying their ventures against similar risks.
Join host Jane Bayler and guest Paul Shotton to gain invaluable lessons on resilience and adaptability, equipping entrepreneurs with the tools they need to navigate adversity and emerge stronger in the face of uncertainty.
Contact Paul:
https://www.linkedin.co...
2024-07-2333 min
The Smart ConnectorEngage & Convert: Marketing to Cold Audiences - With Niro KnoxUnderstanding how to market to cold audiences effectively is crucial for any entrepreneur looking to expand their customer base and drive growth in 2024.
This episode offers valuable insights and strategies on how to engage and convert potential customers who are not yet familiar with your brand.
By learning these techniques, entrepreneurs can improve their marketing efforts, increase their reach, and ultimately boost their sales and revenue.
Join host Jane Bayler and guest Niro Knox and equip yourself with practical knowledge to enhance your marketing...
2024-07-1646 min
The Smart ConnectorFrom Vinyl to Virtual: Pioneering Paths in Dance and Electronic Soundscape - With Tim BinnsThe evolution of dance and electronic music from its humble vinyl origins to its current virtual landscape is a testament to the genre's enduring influence and innovation.
This podcast episode offers a unique opportunity to delve into the rich history and pioneering paths that have shaped the modern soundscape.
Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to the scene, exploring the journey from vinyl records to virtual reality is an enlightening experience.
Join host Jane Bayler and guest Tim Binns as they uncover...
2024-07-0926 min
The Smart ConnectorHow Solopreneurs Can Win Trust And Increase Their Conversions - With Ian GeniusIn today's competitive business landscape, solopreneurs face the unique challenge of not only managing their operations but also effectively selling their services without the backing of a large sales team.
Join us and delve into invaluable techniques designed specifically for solopreneurs, emphasising the cultivation of trust and authenticity in client relationships.
By watching this podcast, participants will gain insights into crafting compelling sales strategies that prioritise genuine connections over aggressive selling tactics.
Whether you're a seasoned solopreneur or just starting out, this event promises...
2024-07-0242 min
The Smart ConnectorThe Art of Brand Storytelling: Innovations in Content Strategy - With Rachel HernandezThe art of brand storytelling is crucial in today's digital landscape as it holds the key to captivating audiences, building brand loyalty, and driving conversions.
In an era where consumers are inundated with content, mastering the art of storytelling can set a brand apart from the noise, forging deep connections with customers on an emotional level.
This episode with host Jane Bayler and her guest Rachel Hernandez will delve into the latest innovations in content strategy, offering attendees invaluable insights into crafting compelling narratives that resonate with their target...
2024-06-2530 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Position Your Business For Visibility - With Jill LublinIn an era defined by digital noise and constant competition, mastering the art of positioning your business for heightened visibility in the marketplace is paramount.
This episode offers a unique opportunity to glean insights from an internationally renowned expert in the fields of publicity, networking, and kindness.
Viewers will discover strategic approaches to not only get noticed but to also secure valuable referrals, creating a substantial impact on their business profitability.
In an engaging episode, host Jane Bayler is joined by guest Jill Lublin...
2024-06-1928 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Raise Private Finance Without Ever Asking For Money - With Jay ConnerLearning how to raise private finance without ever having to solicit funds directly is a crucial skill for anyone involved in property or business ventures.
This podcast episode offers a unique opportunity to delve into the strategies employed by an expert in the field, providing invaluable insights into financial independence.
Join host Jane Bayler and guest Jay Conner and learn to navigate the intricate world of private funding, unlocking pathways to secure substantial resources without the discomfort of direct requests.
Whether you're a seasoned...
2024-06-1142 min
The Smart ConnectorThe Link Between Financial Literacy And Happy Relationships - With Alpesh PatelThe latest episode of the Smart Connector podcast examines the proven link between financial literacy and happiness.
Financial literacy empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their money, leading to greater financial stability and security.
This, in turn, can significantly impact overall well-being and happiness. Join us for valuable insights into the practical aspects of managing finances, enhancing one's ability to navigate economic challenges and make sound financial choices.
By unravelling the connection between financial literacy and happiness, you will gain actionable knowledge that...
2024-06-0443 min
The Smart ConnectorBuilding Intergenerational Wealth Through Family Business - With Guillermo SalazarIn an age where sustaining and growing family businesses across generations presents unique challenges, this episode will offer actionable insights and proven strategies for success.
We'll explore the keys to a successful family business legacy, and how to build a family business that works.
Are you a family business owner looking for a smooth generational transition? Or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking to understand the secrets of multi-generational wealth?
Host Jane Bayler is joined by a distinguished advisor in family enterprise and business governance, Guillermo...
2024-05-2937 min
The Smart ConnectorUnlocking Your Authority: The Power of Publishing Your Own Book - With Michael LevinIn a world where trust and thought leadership are paramount, having your own book can be a game-changer.
Listen as we explore the incredible potential of publishing your own book as a marketing and thought leadership tool.
Find out invaluable insights on why every business person should consider writing their own book.
Discover how to break free from the commodity trap and establish yourself as a trusted authority in your field.
Tune in and delve into the advantages of...
2024-05-2143 min
The Smart ConnectorCrafting A Winning LinkedIn Profile - With Marc W. HalpertCrafting a compelling and effective LinkedIn profile is not just an option; it's a necessity for entrepreneurs in 2024.
It's about creating a compelling narrative of your skills, experiences, and aspirations, and leveraging the world's largest professional network to achieve your career goals.
Whether you're seeking new opportunities, building a professional network, or simply enhancing your online presence, investing in your LinkedIn profile is an investment in your future.
Tune in to host Jane Bayler and seasoned LinkedIn 1:1 coaching, Marc W. Halpert to learn how...
2024-05-1442 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Disrupt An Industry And Tell Scroll-Stopping Stories - With Stephanie LaFloraTune in to this episode to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of business using storytelling.
In an era dominated by constant digital noise, the ability to disrupt an industry is a game-changer.
This episode promises insights into innovative strategies and techniques that go beyond conventional norms, offering attendees a roadmap to carve their niche and stand out in saturated markets.
Mastering the art of scroll-stopping stories is imperative for effective communication in a world where attention spans are shrinking.
2024-05-0732 min
The Smart ConnectorDo I Need A Personal Brand?In a world where many see as a strong personal brand the ultimate key to success, we put its
value to the test.
Contrary to popular belief, a weak personal brand doesn’t necessarily generate business
failure.
However, your business model is what makes the difference.
Join us as we dissect the myths and unveil the truths surrounding personal branding.
Jane Bayler is the Smart Connector, a London based passionate serial entrepreneur, brand marketer and bu...
2024-04-3018 min
The Smart ConnectorHow PR Can Elevate Your Success - With Kerrin BlackThe right public relations (PR) strategy can significantly elevate an entrepreneur's success by enhancing their visibility and credibility in the market.
A well-crafted PR campaign can help communicate the unique value of their business, attract potential investors, and build a strong brand reputation.
By effectively telling their story and engaging with the right audiences, entrepreneurs can establish themselves as thought leaders in their industry, which can open doors to new opportunities and collaborations.
Ultimately, effective PR is about creating a positive perception that drives...
2024-04-2444 min
The Smart ConnectorUnlocking PR And Storytelling Success - With Mickie KennedyUnlocking PR And Storytelling Success - With Mickie Kennedy
In today's competitive business landscape, establishing visibility and credibility is paramount for entrepreneurs seeking success.
Whether you're starting your entrepreneurial journey or looking to sharpen your PR prowess, this episode promises indispensable insights to elevate your business in today's dynamic media landscape.
Jane sits down with guest Mickie Kennedy, a visionary publicist and CEO who founded eReleases 24 years ago.
Mickie's mission has always been clear: to empower small businesses, authors...
2024-04-0936 min
The Smart ConnectorDaily Habits To Build SuccessThe biggest risks most independent business owners face come from the choices they make every day.
Join Jane as she explores the five common habits that may be hindering your success, and how
to replace them with those that will generate profit and growth.
Discover actionable solutions to help you build momentum and achieve your goals.
By adopting these healthy and positive habits, you can transform yourself into a profit-driven machine, and set yourself up for success.
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2024-04-0207 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Eliminate Complexity And Scale Your Marketing Agency With Ease - With Robert PatinUnderstanding how to eliminate complexity and scale a marketing agency with ease is crucial for entrepreneurs in the digital landscape.
This episode of The Smart Connector Podcast offers insights into streamlining operations, optimising resources, and maximising growth potential.
By learning effective strategies to simplify processes and scale efficiently, entrepreneurs can save time, resources, and avoid common pitfalls in managing their marketing agencies.
Listening to this episode can provide invaluable guidance for entrepreneurs aiming to build successful and sustainable ventures in the competitive marketing industry.
2024-03-2640 min
The Smart ConnectorWhat is a Conversion Process?Getting people to buy your services is the goal of all marketing efforts.
On social media platforms you’re there with all your rivals, competing for attention from clients that would be perfect for you (and THEM too!).
The ever changing algorithms, rather than you, decide how your content will be promoted and who it will be shown to.
A conversion process takes your prospects OFF social media and either gets them to book a call or buy something from you, in an environment th...
2024-03-1912 min
The Smart ConnectorMaximise Your SEO Impact: Boost Site Indexability & Increase Traffic By 50% - With Julia NesteretsMaximising your SEO impact is crucial for entrepreneurs because it delves into the heart of digital visibility and customer reach.
By understanding and implementing strategies to enhance site indexability, entrepreneurs can significantly improve their website's presence on search engines.
This uptick in visitors not only elevates brand awareness but also provides more opportunities for conversion and sales, essential components for business growth and success.
Join host Jane Bayler and guest, Julia Nesterets, to discover invaluable insights and actionable strategies as Julia shares her expertise...
2024-03-1231 min
The Smart ConnectorUnlocking The Power Of Storytelling - With Ian HawkinsJoin us for an inspiring and thought-provoking episode as host Jane Bayler engages in a conversation with guest Ian Hawkins, a passionate advocate for storytelling, change and innovation.
Unlocking the power of storytelling is a crucial skill for entrepreneurs aiming to grow their business.
It's not just about presenting facts and figures; it’s about crafting a compelling narrative that connects emotionally with your audience.
Storytelling can turn a brand into a legacy by building trust, enhancing customer engagement, and differentiating your offering in a...
2024-03-0841 min
The Smart ConnectorDomestic Abuse As An EntrepreneurIn this episode Jane talks about her personal experience of domestic abuse. Why it is more common than people think, and how to get help if you find yourself in a situation where you’re either being abused, or are suffering from the after effects of an abusive relationship.
Survivors of domestic abuse often hide away, because they feel marginalised, judged and ashamed. This means their situation is often misunderstood.
All around us, every day, there are people going about their daily business who are walking on eggshells, waiting in...
2024-02-2733 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Unlock Human Potential, Build Growth Strategies, And Cultivate A Resilient Culture - With Julian RobertsUnlock the secrets of resilience that will empower your journey through life's ups and downs, as host Jane Bayler and executive leadership coach, Julian Roberts, unite to share transformative insights.
Together, Jane and Julian peel back the layers of what it means to build and maintain resilience, emphasizing the importance of the company you keep, and how a supportive circle of influence can lift us to new heights.
Julian is an executive leadership coach with a background in commercial and sales, and is passionate about people, resiliency, and business.
2024-02-2046 min
The Smart ConnectorFrom Boring To BallsyAttention is the new gold!
When you ‘ blend in with the crowd’ and say things that are boring or unoriginal, your audience is more likely to abandon you in favour of someone whose content is more interesting.
This means you’ll be wasting your time and effort for poor returns.
You’ll also be having to work a lot harder to generate desire, and any prospects you acquire will convert at a lower rate, because people are not really ‘feeling it’.
So in...
2024-02-1318 min
The Smart ConnectorHow B2B Startups Can Build Predictable Recurring Revenues - With Zoltan VardyIn today's competitive business landscape, generating recurring revenues is crucial for B2B startups to ensure stability and growth.
This podcast episode, "How B2B Startups Can Build Predictable Recurring Revenues", delves deep into practical strategies and insights to help ambitious entrepreneurs like you unlock the potential of steady income streams.
Join host Jane Bayler and guest Zoltan Vardy, in this engaging discussion.
Zoltan is a startup mentor, trainer, and speaker who helps B2B tech founders build predictable, recurring revenues and scale their...
2024-02-0638 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Build Executable Marketing Strategies For Technology Businesses - With Nicky DibbenIn today's digital age, having a presence is simply not enough. To thrive, technology businesses need more than just a website and social media accounts. They need executable marketing strategies that can drive results.
Join us in the latest Smart Connector podcast episode as we delve into the critical realm of creating actionable marketing strategies tailored specifically for technology businesses.
Host Jane Bayler sits down with Nicky Dibben, a seasoned tech marketer with a wealth of experience in bridging the gap between technology and humanity.
2024-02-0541 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Start An Independent Consulting PracticeThe demand for expert services has exploded. If you have wisdom and experience you love to share you can take advantage of the business world’s #1 passion for consulting services.
The fastest route to becoming successful as an independent consultant is to identify the specific elements of your prior experience and history that is of most value to your market, and that your market is least able to access through their internal resource.
In this video, we also look at how to position yourself against your competition, and stand ou...
2024-02-0511 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Close The SaleJane Bayler is the Smart Connector, a London based passionate serial entrepreneur, brand marketer and business growth exploder, who helps overlooked and undervalued consultants and b2b service providers generate consistent, scaleable revenues through becoming the go-to authority in their sector.
Having spent 20 years in global advertising and brand marketing, where Jane managed campaigns and developed business for market leading brands such as Coca-Cola, Discovery Networks, British Airways and ITV, she then scaled and sold a London brand identity business to US communications group Interpublic, before becoming MD of their brand consultancy, Futurebrand.
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2024-01-1617 min
The Smart ConnectorThe Power Of Social Learning To Generate Sales - With David ThomsonIn today's saturated business landscape, understanding how to influence, persuade, and socially innovate is often the difference between a thriving company and one that struggles.
Entrepreneurs and business owners must recognise that success often hinges on their ability to connect with others, build relationships, and inspire action.
This podcasts looks at the power of social learning to achieve sales success.
Helping you navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and create the lasting impact you want and need.
Join us for a c...
2024-01-0944 min
The Smart ConnectorGet Rich Quick (And Easy)In this episode we look at whether it’s REALLY possible to get rick quick and easy as an entrepreneur, or whether the long game will bring you better results.
We also look at the reasons why the quick and easy, rags to riches story is often peddled by the so-called ‘gurus’, and why, by falling for their pitch, you will end up making THEM rich and you poorer (or richer in experience only)!
We will reveal what happens when you follow the get rich quick mantra and what you could (or should be) doing instead...
2024-01-0213 min
The Smart ConnectorLeadership Evolution: Harnessing the Power of Systems Thinking - With Tre CabreraUnderstanding and applying systems thinking is a transformative skill that empowers leaders to navigate intricate challenges with a holistic perspective.
By listening to this episode, you will gain valuable insights into how systems thinking can revolutionize your approach to leadership.
Discover how it enables you to identify root causes, make more informed decisions, and create sustainable solutions that drive positive change.
Don't miss this opportunity to unlock the potential of systems thinking and elevate your leadership capabilities to new heights.
Join host Jane Bayler and guest Tre Cabrera, to embark on a jo...
2023-12-2641 min
The Smart ConnectorYour Insanely Effective Elevator PitchWhen an elevator pitch is delivered like a telesales script, without passion or excitement, it will turn off prospects who are looking for a service like yours.
In this episode we look at how to create an elevator pitch the right way, engaging the hearts as well as minds of your dream buyers, so they can’t wait do business with you!
If your goal is to attract high value clients, this helps you be seen as a high status buyer, rather than a seller.
Here’s the difference: a buyer never, ever sells...
2023-12-1916 min
The Smart ConnectorThe Invaluable Power of Building Networks - With Andrew BattHost Jane Bayler and guest Andrew Batt discuss WHY the power of networks should be at the very top of YOUR business to do list right now.
Networks provide valuable insights, keep you updated on market trends and can open doors to collaborative opportunities.
Both Jane and Andrew have been in business for more than 30 years each - that’s north of 60 years combined.
They share successes from networking which has led them both to building extremely powerful networks across multiple industries.
2023-12-1248 min
The Smart ConnectorEnd Procrastination And Live Better As An EntrepreneurAs an entrepreneur, procrastination is the enemy of progress. However, in today’s fast-paced world, we all struggle at times with choosing what to prioritize, how to allocate our time, and how to stop distractions from pulling our focus and attention.
There is no one quick fix for ‘putting off for today what can be done tomorrow’. When we understand the true drivers of procrastination, though, we can stop them from hijacking our success.
In this video we look at the 5 reasons people procrastinate and how you can end procrastination and get results today!
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2023-12-0509 min
The Smart ConnectorUnlocking Your Untapped Sales Potential - With Lisa SmithIn the latest Smart Connector podcast episode, host Jane Bayler interviews Lisa Smith, founder and CEO of Smithco, a sales consulting firm for female and BIPOC executives.
In this episode, Lisa shares her invaluable insights on how a dynamic sales mindset can be the catalyst for unlocking your untapped potential and exploding your revenue.
During the conversation, Lisa emphasised the importance of truly seeing and hearing others, and how giving someone your genuine attention can be transformative.
We also discuss the blind spots that many business owners have and the significance of identifying pa...
2023-11-2838 min
The Smart ConnectorIs Your Offer Weak, And If So, How Can You Fix It?If you’re a consultant or sector experts who sells your own services, it is frustrating and very painful when no-one wants to buy them. It’s tempting to blame the market.
Global economic forces, the wrong sales or marketing tactics, the suppliers you paid to help you. Often though, the answer is much simpler. You have a weak, poorly differentiated offer that puts you in an ‘also-ran’ category, alongside others who people think do what you do too.
In this informative video, we look at how to strengthen your offer, and how to get your dream...
2023-11-2110 min
The Smart ConnectorSmart Project Management To Enhance Flexibility, Collaboration & Efficiency - With Angela JohnsonAngela Johnson had over 25+ years of experience working with teams and leaders in project management and software businesses.
She joins host Jane Bayler on the latest Smart Connector episode, to discuss Scrum, a popular and proven Agile framework used in software development and project management to deliver high-value outcomes efficiently.
The goal of Scrum is to improve productivity, collaboration, and the ability to respond to changing requirements during the evolution of a business development process.
In the episode, Angela stresses the significance of leadership engagement in implementing Scrum, and the cultural shift required fo...
2023-11-1445 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Make The Hard Choices EasierLife and business is never easy if you’re ambitious and want to succeed.
Newton’s Law states that for every action (force) in nature there is an equal and opposite reaction.
The easy option can be harder than we think, and the harder option can be easier than we think. When we embrace difficulty and challenge as a natural consequence of success, we ‘choose our hard’ and stand by our choices.
When others choose what seems to be easy, you’ll recognise their ‘hard’ can be a life of compromise. When you choose your hard...
2023-11-0710 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Put Your Sales On Autopilot & Maximise Revenue Using Email & SMS Marketing - With Kyle StoutIn this exciting episode about email and SMS marketing, host Jane Bayler engages with Kyle Stout, the Founder of Elevate & Scale.
You’ll learn how direct-to-consumer brands can unlock hidden revenue and put your sales on autopilot, all while spending less on advertising.
Whether you are an established e-commerce brand or just starting out in your expert business, the insights provided by Jane and Kyle will prove invaluable in enhancing your email marketing strategies.
Don't miss this golden opportunity to elevate your game and propel your e-commerce or online brand to new heights!...
2023-10-3143 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Acquire Marketing Agencies & Expand Growth Globally - With Elliot & Dom ChapmanJoin us in the latest episode of the Smart Connector podcast as host Jane Bayler engages in a captivating conversation with the dynamic duo, Elliot and Dom Chapman of Chapman Capital.
Discover how they joined forces to create their agency business empire.
Gain invaluable insights into what it truly takes to establish a thriving agency group in today's competitive landscape.
In this episode, Elliot and Dom shed light on crucial aspects of business growth. Together with Jane, they discuss how to identify the right-sized businesses for acquisition and implement strategies to foster their...
2023-10-2441 min
The Smart ConnectorDiscover The Secrets Of Pricing Like PicassoPicasso was one of the greatest artists of the 20th century, and was never poor, like many great artists from the same era. In fact, he died extremely wealthy, with over $4.5million in cash and $1.3million in gold (equivalent to $36million today).
In this video we look at the link between selling art and selling expert services. Why, in the absence of a ‘standard market rate’, achieving the best price for your valuable service is linked to perception and brand awareness.
We also the learn the secrets of Picasso’s Pricing Model and how you can appl...
2023-10-1712 min
The Smart ConnectorSystem Driven MachineOnly 3% of your audience will be ready to buy at any given time.17% will be in information gathering mode. 20% will know they have a problem but have not really taken steps to address it, and 60% will be problem unaware, in other words they do have the problem that you solve, but they haven’t yet been able to think about how they might approach a solution.
In this exciting solo podcast episode Jane looks at the value of building a client attraction system, that helps you build know like and trust on autopilot, without you having to sh...
2023-10-1022 min
The Smart ConnectorThe Power of Visual Storytelling - With Christoffer FlemströmIn this captivating episode of the Smart Connector podcast, host Jane Bayler delves into the world of cinematic brilliance with guest, Christopher Flinstrom, the founder and visionary behind Klara Färdiga Film.
Join us as we explore Christopher's unique journey in the film industry, his groundbreaking work at Klara Färdiga Film, and the awe-inspiring stories that come to life through his creative lens.
In this enlightening conversation, we cover a range of topics, including future trends in cinema, the power of visual storytelling and innovation in filmmaking.
Don't miss this illuminating conversation th...
2023-10-0340 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Boost The Productivity, Confidence, & Empowerment Of Your Team - With Ann Latham, Queen of ClarityHow To Boost The Productivity, Confidence, & Empowerment Of Your Team - With Ann Latham, Queen of Clarity
Jane invited Ann Latham onto the Smart Connector podcast to discuss how better, clearer communications and thinking are the answer to organisations that are more stressed than ever, with teams and their managers struggling, together with high customer expectations that are increasingly hard to meet.
Author and consultant Ann is an expert in creating the clarity that is essential for greater productivity, performance, and the communications that drive them.
She is the author of three best-selling...
2023-09-2646 min
The Smart ConnectorHow Non-Verbal Communication Can Boost Your Sales Performance And Results - With Richard NewmanIn the latest episode of The Smart Connector podcast, host Jane Bayler sits down with Richard Newman, the Founder and CEO of Body Talk. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of non-verbal communication and learn how understanding the language of the body can transform our personal and professional lives.
Richard shares insights from his years of experience in the field and explains how Body Talk, his innovative organisation, is helping individuals harness the power of body language to enhance their relationships, boost their confidence, and achieve success in various aspects of life.
...
2023-09-1950 min
The Smart ConnectorAI: A Force For Good Or A Sinister Threat? - With Eric BeansArtificial Intelligence (AI) has been a buzzword for years, with some seeing it as a remedy for many of the world's problems, while others view it as a looming threat to human existence.
In this thought-provoking episode of the Smart Connector podcast, host Jane Bayler delves deep into the AI landscape, pondering whether it's a force for good or a sinister threat. Jane is joined by Eric Beans, the CEO of HapPhi, an AI software company that's pushing the boundaries of what AI can do.
HapPhi is known for its brand-able playground of microservices, including...
2023-09-1239 min
The Smart ConnectorUnlocking Intimacy: The Truth About Entrepreneurs & Their S*x Lives - With Silva NevesRenowned ‘sexpert’, Silva Neves, host joined Jane Bayler on the latest Smart Connector podcast episode to talk about entrepreneurs and their s*x lives!
Silva, a distinguished psychotherapist renowned for his expertise in enhancing the fabric of romantic and sexual relationships. Drawing from years of experience and a profound understanding of human connection, Silva and Jane delve into the intricacies of intimacy and desire, offering invaluable insights to reignite passion, strengthen bonds, and transform love lives.
From breaking down common misconceptions about intimacy to sharing practical strategies for cultivating a thriving romantic connection, this episode is a...
2023-09-0555 min
The Smart ConnectorBuilding A Seamless Sales Pipeline Without Pushy Sales Tactics - With Felicity FrancisJoin us in this insightful episode as Jane Bayler and guest, Felicity Francis, delve into the world of sales and communication. Felicity, the founder of Talk Results, has a career spanning over 20 years in the telemarketing industry, where she has perfected the art of creating and converting a consistent sales pipeline without resorting to hard-selling or pushy techniques.
In today's competitive landscape, understanding your client and the market is paramount. Felicity shares her structured approach, emphasising respect and insight in every client interaction. Discover the essence of effective telemarketing – where confidence and competence pave the way for me...
2023-08-2940 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Dial In Your Pricing And Achieve Your True Value - With Mark StivingJoin host Jane Bayler in this engaging podcast episode as she sits down with Mark Stiving, a renowned pricing expert with a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Jane has brought Mark onto the Smart Connector podcast to change the way you and your team think about pricing and business as a whole.
In this episode, you'll gain invaluable insights into:
Pricing Psychology: Delve into the psychological aspects that influence how customers perceive pricing. Learn how understanding consumer behaviour can shape your pricing strategies to drive better results.Value-Based Pricing: Discover the power of aligning y...
2023-08-2238 min
The Smart ConnectorEmpowering Female Leaders: Unleashing Potential & Driving Change - With Jane LovasIn this inspiring episode of the Smart Connector podcast, host Jane Bayler sits down with Jane Lovas, an advocate for female empowerment and leadership. With a rich background in business strategy and leadership development, Jane has dedicated her career to dismantling barriers and nurturing the growth of aspiring women leaders.
Tune in as Jane Bayler engages in a candid conversation with Jane Lovas, delving into her insights on navigating the corporate landscape as a woman, breaking free from limitations, and championing inclusivity. Jane shares her personal journey, recounting pivotal moments that fuelled her determination to foster an...
2023-08-1541 min
The Smart ConnectorFuture-Proofing Businesses Through Innovation - With Naomi TimperleyIn the latest instalment of the Smart Connector Podcast, your host Jane Bayler engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Naomi Timperley, an expert in identifying emerging trends and technologies that drive business growth and resilience.
As businesses navigate an ever-evolving landscape, staying ahead of the curve is essential for survival. Naomi Timperley, with a focus in the realm of rapid development, digital innovation, and agile design, joins Jane to share her deep insights on how businesses can not only adapt to change but thrive in the face of uncertainty.
With a track record of guiding...
2023-08-0845 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Build Your Influence & Audience Through Podcasts - with John BallIn this power-packed episode, host Jane Bayler sits down with the highly sought-after podcast presentations coach and international speaker, John Ball.
Join Jane and John as they embark on a deep dive into the world of podcasting. Throughout the episode, they share their secrets to crafting podcast presentations that captivate and leave a lasting impact on your listeners. Learn how to structure your episodes for maximum effect, infuse storytelling elements that resonate with your audience, and deliver your message with unwavering confidence.
As an international speaker, John brings a unique perspective on how podcasting can...
2023-08-0146 min
The Smart ConnectorUnleashing the Potential of AI in B2B Marketing - With Carl KirchhoffIn this thought-provoking episode, host Jane Bayler sits down with Carl Kirchhoff to explore the dynamic intersection of AI and B2B marketing. As the business landscape continues to evolve, the role of artificial intelligence in marketing strategies has become more crucial than ever before.
Join us as we embark on a captivating journey into the world of AI-driven B2B marketing with Carl Kirchhoff, a visionary leader and expert in the field. Throughout the conversation, Carl shares his wealth of knowledge and experience, shedding light on the transformative power of AI in driving marketing efficiency, personalisation...
2023-07-2547 min
The Smart ConnectorHow Women Can Close The Gender Gap & Thrive in Executive Leadership - With Katy McFeeIn this episode, Jane Bayler and Katy McFee, the Founder and Principal at Insights to Action Coaching and Consulting, discuss their invaluable insights on breaking through barriers, reaching executive ranks, and flourishing as a successful and impactful leader.
With 18 years of experience in sales and leadership, including her tenure as a VP and EVP, Katy intimately understands the challenges faced by women on their path to the top.
Realizing the lack of resources and mentors available, particularly for women, she took a leap of faith and established Insights to Action, a platform focused on helping w...
2023-07-1845 min
The Smart ConnectorMarketing Automation: Gaining A Competitive Edge - With Andy PhillipsJoin Jane and one of her partners Andy Phillips, a seasoned digital marketing specialist with over 30 years of experience in the field.
Andy is an expert on marketing automation and funnel technology.
In this episode, Jane and Andy explore strategies for maximizing the potential of your marketing funnels.
You will learn how to access Jane's Chosen First System, which is designed to put the client attraction process on autopilot.
This frees up valuable time to build your profits while you focus on your core area of expertise.
Discover how the...
2023-07-1148 min
The Smart ConnectorThe Power of Purpose: How To Unleash Your Full Potential - With Alexis KingsburyJoin Jane and special guest, renowned motivational speaker and personal development coach, Alexis Kingsbury, for this captivating episode, where they dive deep into the transformative power of purpose and unlocking your full potential
Together, Jane and Alexis embark on an insightful conversation that explores the profound impact of purpose in our lives. They delve into the importance of aligning our actions with our core values, finding meaning in our daily endeavours, and embracing a sense of fulfilment and authenticity.
Drawing from his wealth of expertise, Alexis shares practical strategies and inspiring anecdotes to help listeners...
2023-06-2037 min
The Smart ConnectorFrom £1 Million To £6 Million in 2 Years - And A Profitable Exit!This is an interview with Jane Bayler from Paul Ace’s Amplify To 7 Figures Podcast where Jane speaks about scaling and selling an international brand identity business to US Communications Group Interpublic, to give her the time and freedom to pursue her entrepreneurial passions and take care of her 3 girls at the same time.
In the episode, Jane shares her secrets on how to grow your business whilst protecting your time, the keys to focusing on what matters most in business and life and a quick win anyone can do today to amplify their bus...
2023-05-1626 min
The Smart ConnectorHow A Virtual Summit Can Be A Game Changer For Your Business - With Liam AustinOn this week’s episode, Jane interviews virtual event strategist, Liam Austin. Jane invited Liam to the Smart Connector Podcast to show how a virtual summit can a huge win for your business.
Liam has launched over 15 virtual summits, dozens of quick workshops, and many more online events, hosting over 400 speakers whilst educating 100,000+ business owners through his programs.
Online conferencing is the latest trend being picked up by both experienced business owners and people just starting out.
Apart from the obvious benefits in costs and...
2023-02-0743 min
The Smart ConnectorHow The Quiet And Shy Can Outsell Anyone - With Matthew PollardIn this week's episode, Jane welcomes Matthew to the Smart Connector podcast, as he helps skilled professionals to confidently articulate what they do, resulting in a client paying them what they are truly worth.
Matthew's goal is to bridge the gap between a struggling dream and a thriving business.
In this episode, Jane and Matthew discuss why introverts have an advantage in sales, networking, public speaking, and leadership. Plus, key networking event conversation starters for introverts.
Matthew Pollard has five multi-million dollar business success stories under his belt, all before the age of 30.
2023-01-311h 00
The Smart ConnectorHow To Fuel Profitability & Growth In The UK Building Industry - With Keith WrightJane is delighted to introduce one of her clients, Keith Wright, to the Smart Connector podcast to talk about his journey in the UK construction industry. From a humble start, they look at how he worked his way into leadership roles, before founding his highly successful procurement consulting business, K Wright Consulting.
With 30 years experience in commercial leadership roles, Keith helps business owners, leaders, entrepreneurs and investors within the UK building materials sector to develop personalised purchasing and category management solutions, so they can fuel profitability and growth, without adding undue complexity or cost.
2023-01-2440 min
The Smart ConnectorBuilding Your Business Success Through Uniqueness - With Ian ClarkeJane interviews banking whistleblower and diversity and inclusion champion Ian Clarke on his story from being the only banker ever to public call out racism in one of the world’s largest bank, to founding his business, Delight Consulting.
Jane invited 10-times award winning Philanthropist, Entrepreneur, Author and Social Justice advocate, Ian, to the Smart Connector Podcast to share his story of how he and many others he has championed have built their business success through their special difference and the power that comes with that.
Do you want to...
2023-01-1744 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Go From Unseen To An Unstoppable Business Owner: Celebrating The Essence Of Your Visual Brand - With Kier AdairOne of Jane’s clients, Kier Adair is an International brand photographer who is passionate about the power of a high impact visual presence.
In this episode, Jane and Kier discuss the power of visual branding to elevate your visibility and results on social media. They examine various tips and tricks you can use to help your visual brand stand out from the rest, and discuss Kier’s experience of participating in Jane’s acclaimed Ideal Client Success Accelerator.
For over 20 years Kier carved out a highly successful career in Mark...
2022-11-2244 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Go From Unseen To An Unstoppable Business Owner: Celebrating The Essence Of Your Visual Brand - With Kier AdairOne of Jane’s clients, Kier Adair is an International brand photographer who is passionate about the power of a high impact visual presence.
In this episode, Jane and Kier discuss the power of visual branding to elevate your visibility and results on social media. They examine various tips and tricks you can use to help your visual brand stand out from the rest, and discuss Kier’s experience of participating in Jane’s acclaimed Ideal Client Success Accelerator.
For over 20 years Kier carved out a highly successful career in Mark...
2022-11-2144 min
The Smart ConnectorAcquiring A £1.35M Commercial Conversion Using Private Investor Funds - With Luke WillcockJane interviewed one of her mentees, Luke Willcock on his incredible achievement of acquiring a £1.35M commercial conversion using private investor funds.
In this episode, Jane and Luke discuss how to approach investors, experiences with business partners and what Luke has learnt from his first property development project, guided by Jane.
Luke is one of Jane’s mentees and works closely with her on the property as well as business developments.
He has always had a passion for business and his background includes starting and gr...
2022-08-1639 min
The Smart ConnectorAccelerate Your Revenue & Growth As An Expert - With Jane BaylerIn this interview with Jane, originally recorded for the Hands On Business with Podcast with Hakeem Adebiyi, Jane talks about how the pandemic accelerated the rate of change in consumer behaviour, and caused saturation across the expert space. As a flood of new people enter the market, succeeding online has become more challenging than before. Today, standing out for your difference is the only way to thrive.
The appetite for learning and development is strong as businesses and individuals try to stay on the front foot of new trends, developments and informations.
2022-04-2758 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Crush It On Instagram - With Chris TaylorAs an entrepreneur it can be difficult to master the different social media platforms, whilst creating engaging content for audiences. This is why Jane selected the Chief Content Officer of Grammication & the Pipeline 44 Group, Chris Taylor as a guest for this episode.
Chris shows his clients how to crush it on Instagram. Jane and he discuss how to create emotion-evoking content to tell your story, increase brand visibility and credibility which, over time, strategically builds your sales pipeline.
Chris is best known for my ability to help brands create e...
2021-12-2155 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Avoid Entrepreneurial Burnout And Achieve Peace Instead - With Keith CorbettIn this episode, Jane and Keith discuss the pressures of being an entrepreneur, the different stresses the self-employed and business owners face, and how to manage the entrepreneurial ‘dip’ to avoid burnout.
A former hi-tech PR/marketing exec, Keith is now a property investor and therapist who has helped many around the world achieve massive positive change in their lives.
Keith has had some extraordinary experiences which he combines with his scientific, metaphysical and spiritual teachings to help entrepreneurs and execs overcome the unconscious programming that leads to the stress, an...
2021-12-0745 min
The Smart ConnectorExperiencing The Ideal Client Success Programme - With Dr Sam BeatsonExperiencing The Ideal Client Success Programme - With Dr Sam Beatson
Sam has just completed Jane’s 90 Day Ideal Client Success Accelerator and in this interview we talk about his experience and how it helped him create his exciting programme and offer.
Sam Beatson is a PHD qualified Economist, Data Scientist, Consultant, Researcher and Lecturer at The Nottingham University Business School. He advises government and financial institutions; evaluates policy, and designs and advises on advanced projects that require applied data science and financial and economic problem solving. Sam is al...
2021-09-1544 min
The Smart ConnectorConnection With Self: Put Down Worry And Pick Up Peace With Jane BaylerIn this episode, Jane shares vulnerably about the many challenges she's encountered, from her breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, to her relationship and business ups and downs. How, during her cancer treatment, she made the decision to find a different way to deal with life, and how that freshly empowered perspective resulted in unexpected and dramatic improvements to her happiness. She also discusses how identity is based on habits, and how we can all put down worry and pick up peace by changing ours.
ABOUT THE HOST: Jane Bayler is a serial entrepreneur, investor...
2021-06-0424 min
The Smart ConnectorLive In Alignment With Your Values To Achieve Massive Success With Dr John DemartiniJane interviews human behaviour expert, author and speaker, Dr John Demartini for this EPIC 100th episode special of the Smart Connector Podcast! In this fascinating episode, Jane and Dr John discuss why people do or do not follow their authentic values, and how that impacts their success in business and life.
Dr John Demartini is a leading human behaviourist, business consultant and author of over 40 books, including Jane’s personal favourite - The Values Factor. He is founder of the Demartini institute which uses research supported methodologies to facilitate human change and development. In thi...
2021-05-2054 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Master The Mindset Required To Succeed With Alex SapalaAlex Sapala, author of Amazon Number 1 Bestseller ‘The Business Path to Wealth Creation’, is a prize-winning chartered accountant with experience in financial markets and investment banking from the world’s top financial and advisory institutions including Deloitte, RBS and JPMorgan Chase.
Alex aspires to share business and financial knowledge with upcoming entrepreneurs and experienced business minds to learn and master the concepts and mindsets required to succeed, stand out, have the edge and make a difference.
He specialises in raising finance, providing potential investors, investors and joint venture partners with ad hoc (to...
2021-05-1454 min
The Smart ConnectorNo BS Leadership With Global CEO Chris HirstIn this fascinating interview Chris and Jane discuss what impacts peoples ability to lead with power, how to invest and build your brand and how Covid-19 has changed the habits of consumers across multiple sectors.
Chris Hirst is Global CEO Havas Creative, a multi-disciplinary marketing services network. Once an engineering graduate working in a glass factory, his career path has taken him to the boardroom via Oxford University and Harvard Business School. Named in 2018's Evening Standard Power 1000 list, Chris is a regular commentator in national press including BBC News, The Politics Show, Evening...
2021-04-1247 min
The Smart ConnectorBecome The Energy You Want To AttractIn this solo episode, Jane discusses the key elements to becoming the energy that you want to attract and how people can intuitively sense when you’re in a confident, peaceful, joyful place, or struggling, and they will often choose to align themselves with you on that basis.
Jane believes the law of attraction has been misunderstood, simplified and interpreted incorrectly by many over the years and shares 3 steps to change your energy and become a ‘higher vibe’ version of yourself. So that when you step into the arena with your ideal clients, you’re the mo...
2021-03-0814 min
The Smart ConnectorPower Up Your Property Business Through Social Media Marketing With Laura MuseLaura Muse, Social Media Expert and Sheffield based Property Investor has raised £4m of private Investor Finance as a result of her activities. Her Company I Squared Property doubled their portfolio last year to 14 Properties as well as starting a lettings agency, and she has also built a successful deal packaging business. Laura has recently started her next project funded by Investor Finance a New Build Project x3 detached affordable homes in Sheffield and continues to grow her business through the power of Social Media.
Laura and her husband James specialise in BRR (buying, r...
2021-03-0348 min
The Smart ConnectorConnect Through StoriesHow story telling can grow your business.
A lot of entrepreneurs would like to harness the power of story telling in their communications. In this solo episode Jane discusses the key elements to building a powerful story, and how using story telling in business can help entrepreneurs connect on a deeper and more intuitive level with their clients.
Jane says when you base your stories around the problem your clients need to overcome they will resonate more powerfully, and it will make them want to engage with you. That’s w...
2021-02-2014 min
The Smart ConnectorShould You Work Hard or Smart?Which would you rather do? I know my answer!
Listen to this fascinating solo podcast episode where Jane discusses the challenges of being an early stage entrepreneur. She looks at how tempting it is to get trapped into executing the low value ‘$10hr’ tasks, which causes them to miss out on their highest value ‘$10,000hr’ tasks - that include finding clients, maintaining a strategic direction and ensuring their messaging cuts through the sea of noise.
Jane says one standout difference between entrepreneurs who are successful and those who are unsuccessf...
2021-02-0517 min
The Smart ConnectorScale a 7 Figure Coaching Business Through Paid Traffic With Jason NybackJane’s Canadian mentor, Jason Nyback, is a Paid Traffic Expert who works with coaches/consultants and shows them exactly how to attract high ticket "qualified" clients using Facebook ads - by implementing a system he has perfected himself over many years.
In this insightful interview Jason and Jane discuss the market saturation issue many coaches and consultants are facing today. As well as the impact of lockdown - and the new digital platforms and technologies, that have reduced entry levels but elevated competition to the extent where organic social media is completely failing as...
2020-12-1446 min
The Smart ConnectorHow To Survive and Thrive - Beyond Pain And Challenge With Taz ThorntonThis fascinating interview between Jane Bayler and Taz Thornton dives into the physiological affects of abusive relationships - and how Taz used pain and challenge to turn her breakdown into a massive breakthrough!
Jane discusses the defining moment for Taz - and how her journey to the top faced many challenges along the way, from the loss of family members to losing all of her biggest clients at once.
Best-selling author, inspirational business and 3 x TEDx speaker, consultant on confidence, personal brand and visibility, and an award-winning coach Taz T...
2020-12-0850 min
The Smart ConnectorHow to Break Down Personal Identity Barriers That Stand In The Way Of Success With Lindsey SharrattDo you find the success you dreamed of eludes you? This fascinating interview between Jane Bayler and Lindsey Sharratt dips into the personal and psychological difficulties that corporate high fliers and business owners face in their quest for success, as well as the 3 different aspects of identity and why is inextricably linked to business success.
Lindsey Sharratt is founder of The A Game, and a business psychologist who focuses on high performance and transformational results.
Her own career success, following a challenging start in life, has made her passionate...
2020-12-0247 min
The Smart ConnectorStealing Your Data Is Easy With Paul NewtonPaul Newton is a magician, public speaker, stage hypnotist, and self-confessed thief, using his advanced mind reading skills to show people just how easily a scammer can steal their details and their money.
He makes cyber security a very real and scary subject. You know there are people trying to steal your information, you just don’t know how they do it. You may have the best security systems in place but I can hack the people in your organisation! It’s not all about high tech, it’s about people. They’re either the weake...
2020-09-1650 min
The Smart ConnectorUse Empathy To Generate Engagement With Maria RossLeading US empathy and brand expert, and author of the best-selling book: The Empathy Edge, Maria Ross discusses with Jane how empathy is the critical ‘edge’ that all businesses need to succeed.
Furious customers? Missed deadlines? Failed products? The problems your business faces may stem from one issue: lack of empathy.
Being empathetic in business means seeing the situation from another’s perspective, and using that to shape your leadership style, workplace culture and brand message.
Maria discusses why your business needs to cultivate more e...
2020-09-0755 min
The Smart ConnectorAchieve International Reach With Elliot ZissmanAs CEO of Phase2Growth, Elliot helps his clients scale fast internationally by putting in place automation tools, recommending improved processes and showing how data can be used to increase sales. The outcome is that the sales process - whether undertaken by dedicated sales people or company founders - is much more efficient, allowing companies to scale up quicker and with lower costs.
In this interview Jane discusses Elliot’s passion for automation, sales processes and using data to measure and improve everything.
Elliot was awarded a Masters Degree in...
2020-09-0421 min
The Smart ConnectorEnabling Local Business Through Tech With Vince PattenTippzi is a digital marketing app utilising AR (Augmented Reality) technology and a geo-location search tool, to enable SME’s and larger businesses across all sectors to advertise deals & offers to local customers, whilst increasing the business and brand visibility to a wider audience. The app also includes data analytics on campaign performance which provides business owners with a clear and simple to use tool to measure the effectiveness of their marketing performance versus revenue gain.
In this fascinating interview, Jane discusses Founder and CEO Vince Patten’s burning mission to help hundreds of SMEs...
2020-08-3146 min
The Smart ConnectorOvercome Fear To Achieve Public Speaking Success With Harry SardinasInternational speaker, entrepreneur and leadership and speaker presentation coach, Harry Sardinas is the founder of Entrepreneurs Are Leaders, Speakers Are Leaders, Millionaire Speakers Network and TopCoach.
Harry has trained thousands of Property Investors, Speakers, Entrepreneurs, High Net Worth Business Owners, Gold Medallists, Authors, Coaches, Students, Teachers, young people and people from all walks of life in United Kingdom, Singapore, Mexico and Peru to overcome their fear of public speaking and become more confident when speaking from the stage, so they can share their message with the world, contribute to society and create the wealth...
2020-08-3046 min
The Smart ConnectorGrow Your Business Through Linked In With Sam RathlingSocial Selling Strategist & leading B2B platform LinkedIn Expert, Sam Rathling is the most sought after consultant in Europe on lead generation tactics and social selling through LinkedIn. As CVO of Linked Inbound, she has the fastest-growing LinkedIn Agency in the UK.
Sam’s on a mission to generate £1 billion in sales for her clients by 2025 (currently tracking at £93.7m). She has worked with multinational clients across Europe, delivering virtual, online or In-house consultancy, training, and strategic direction to Leadership Teams, HR and Sales & Marketing teams.
Sam has spoken in 24...
2020-08-2453 min
The Smart ConnectorWhy Reputation Is Your Core Asset With Jessica Whitcutt FaganSuccess in today’s uncertain times requires a new approach to business. Building and maintaining the support of your most important stakeholders has become mission critical, and your reputation is now your most valuable asset. Purpose drives Reputation. Reputation drives Performance. Performance drives Impact
Jessica Whitcutt Fagan’s unique #ReputationWithPurpose model provides a simple framework for clients looking for help with:
- Purpose
- Sustainability
- People & Culture
- Marketing & Communications
With 20 years’ experience in both agencies and multinational organisations, Jessica has dev...
2020-08-1742 min
The Smart ConnectorScaling Tech Start Ups Without Pain With Ariya ChittasyAward-winning young entrepreneur and Asia/Pacific scaleup business advisor and coach, Ariya Chittasy, discusses the excitements and challenges of fast growth tech businesses in this fascinating interview with Jane.
With 4 startups in the last 8 years, including one awarded Fastest Growing Company Asia-Pacific (Business Excellence Awards 2014) and another growing into a 55+ person company in under 2 years, Ariya thrives on materialising ideas into real businesses.
He works with visionaries and innovators to create tech-based companies that serve the world through his role as director at Engenesis Ventures. Through state-of-the-art technology builds, a...
2020-08-1334 min
The Smart ConnectorExperiential Brand Marketing Success With Jack LamacraftCo-Founder & MD of Experiential Events Agency The Park, Jack Lamacraft, discusses Covid-19’s huge and devastating impact on the global events industry and how he and his partners have ‘pivoted’ their services and working practices to embrace the ‘new normal’.
Like Jane, Jack started off in ‘agency land’, and was lucky enough to work at some of the best around where he was taught about the power of big, contagious ideas that people wanted to interact with. If an idea was brilliant enough then making it famous and ultimately effective was relatively straightforward.
In...
2020-08-1047 min
The Smart ConnectorAccessing Grants And Funding For Your Business With Rachel HaywardRachel Hayward is the leading consultant for Ask the Chameleon, a company that helps other businesses, of all sizes and sectors, develop and grow by writing funding bids, tenders and business award applications. Following an exceptional career in HR, organisational development, new service development, bid writing and delivery, in the private, voluntary and public sectors, Rachel has gone on to secure £12m in funding for Ask the Chameleon clients since 2015. In this interview with Jane, Rachel discusses her belief in the power of networking and connections, which has seen her nominated for Female Entrepreneur of the Year – East Midlands Cha...
2020-08-0637 min
The Smart ConnectorFrom Champion Athlete To Developing Leaders With Kate StrongKate Strong is a Leadership Coach, World Champion triathlete, TEDx speaker, and author, who is currently training for 2 x World Records and world firsts in cycling and adventuring. One day, Kate decided to remove the glass ceiling on her potential and discover what was truly possible for her. This inspiring interview between Jane and herself explores the defining moment that led to this decision.
Today, amongst multiple and diverse interests in philanthropy, sport and world travel, Kate helps entrepreneurs escape their comfort zone and create inspiring and extraordinary results.
Sh...
2020-08-0341 min
The Smart ConnectorPodcasting Is Your Most Powerful Medium With Max BranstetterMax Branstetter is a New York based podcaster, Social Media Influencer, and Host of the Wild Business Growth Podcast, where he interviews a new entrepreneur or innovator every week who’s turning Wild ideas into Wild growth.
Podcasts are a phenomenal way to grow your brand, share your expertise, and meet fascinating people. But they take time to make - way too much time for most entrepreneurs – making it difficult to focus on scaling up your business when your time is being drained by your podcast's demands. In this interview with Jane, Max discusses his...
2020-07-2953 min
The Smart ConnectorFamily Law and Entrepreneurial Divorce With Donna HartDivorce rates amongst entrepreneurs are statistically extremely high compared to other groups. (as much as 50% according to some surveys.) This interview between Jane Bayler and Donna Hart, a Family Lawyer & Director/Shareholder at The Family Law Co, looks at the reasons why, as well as what to do in the event of an entrepreneurial marital breakdown.
Donna specialises in divorce and the financial matters resulting from marriage and civil partnership breakdowns, especially where there are significant assets, pensions and other complex matters such as businesses or Trusts. She also prepares pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements, a...
2020-07-2437 min
The Smart ConnectorFocussing on Your Purpose And Reason Why With Amy RowlinsonITunes #1 Podcast Host of 'Focus on Why', Mastermind Host, Speaker and Property Investor Amy Rowlinson dedicates her time and efforts to inspiring and empowering people from all walks of life to discover and realise the vision they always dreamed of.
In this powerful interview, Jane and Amy discuss how, without a compelling WHY, entrepreneurs lack clarity or the ability to make informed choices and wise decisions. When your vision and purpose is clearly defined and aligned, on the other hand, you will understand how you are an important component within the bigger picture and...
2020-07-2143 min
The Smart ConnectorDitch Your Act To Build A Powerful Personal Brand With Ryan FolandRyan Foland is a California based personal brand expert, motivational speaker, consultant, podcast host, and author of an award winning book: 'Ditch the Act'- about how you can get ahead in business simply by being human. In this interview, Jane and Ryan discuss how he helps people build intentional personal brands that are relatable, authentic, and influential. His process and methods have been developed from his own experiences, research, and building his own brand from scratch. Ryan has given 4 TEDx talks and has been featured in Inc., Entrepreneur, Forbes, Fortune, and many more high profile publications. His clients include N...
2020-07-131h 02
The Smart ConnectorGaming For Entrepreneurial Impact And Change With An CoppensGamification Nation was created by An Coppens, an award-winning speaker, learning and development expert, business and executive coach and author, with over 15 years experience in creating behavior and organisational change through creative and innovative (tech) gaming solutions.
As a leading expert in gamification for employee engagement, An’s company won the Outstanding Gamification Agency Award in 2017 at Gamification Europe and the Excellence in No-Tech Gamification Design in 2018 at GamiCon 18.
In this interview with Jane, An discusses her work with global brands in media, leisure, health and finance markets, plus oth...
2020-07-0936 min
The Smart Connector23 Million Views for A Ted X Talk With Graham ShawPublic speaking expert Graham Shaw has trained thousands of people to transform their presentations from good to absolutely great. He’s known for his ability to convey business ideas with a quick sketch. His numerous conference audiences have been amazed to discover that they too can draw their ideas – a talent they never knew they had.
Graham is the author of two best selling books: ‘The Art of Business Communication’ and ‘The Speaker’s Coach: 60 secrets to make your talk, speech or presentation amazing.’ He spoke at TEDx Hull in 2015 and his talk; ‘Why people believe t...
2020-06-2949 min
The Smart ConnectorA Serial Entrepreneur’s Journey With Matt SiddellMatt Siddell, is MD of Tropolis – a revolutionary online training business which he created in 2019 and launched in 2020. An entrepreneur with an economics degree from the University of Manchester, Matt established a business called Kin in 2001 after spending three years in financial services. Matching heirs to unclaimed inheritances, Matt grew this to a team of 45 and traced heirs to estates exceeding £100 million in value.
Seven years later, and with the world of real estate beckoning, Matt established his real estate development company Opulen in 2011. While building a rental portfolio in Reading, UK, he also entered the pr...
2020-06-2254 min
The Smart ConnectorUK Commercial Real Estate Secrets With Michael GarveyMichael Garvey is Managing Director of Chandler Garvey, a leading commercial Real Estate consultancy in the South East of England. He is also a Chartered Surveyor and Real Estate Consultant, and a philanthropic and high profile businessman who has invested significant time and effort into the Buckinghamshire business community over the past 10 years. Michael is Founder and Chairman of Buckinghamshire Business First, an organisation that supports 12,000 business members in Buckinghamshire, and is also the Growth Hub for the county. He is a board member and Vice Chair of the Buckinghamshire Local Enterprise Partnership, playing an significant and active role...
2020-06-1843 min
The Smart ConnectorThe European Digital Transformation Expert With Thorsten HellerNorwegian Thorsten Heller is CEO, Co-Founder and Chief Innovator / Chief Disruptor at Greenbird Technology, a global business with headquarters in Norway. Greenbird has a special interest and focus on Digital Transformation, Innovative Business Models for the Energy Revolution and Disruptive Technologies driving the Digital Utility. Jane met Thorsten through his Marketing Director Frederik ten Sythoff at the Hypergrowth Marketing Conference in London, and was so impressed by his authenticity, character and commitment to serve all his stakeholders to the full, she was super excited to interview him. In this interview Jane discusses Thorsten’s commitment to leading his business wi...
2020-05-2038 min
The Smart ConnectorInternational Business And Property Investment With Leo SuarezLeo is one of Jane’s property business partners, and host of the Bienes Raíces UK podcast, which is recorded in Spanish about UK property investment. Leo has been a UK citizen since 2012 but was originally from Colombia. He is a Property Investor and Developer, Civil Engineer, MBA graduate, and founder of various companies in his native South America, including a steel trading company, and Colombia's only freight railway train company. Leo has managed the development of several listed buildings and residential properties in Columbia. In this Entrepreneur Spotlight interview, Jane and Leo discuss his international business journey, and...
2020-03-0432 min