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Podjunction PodcastWhy Chasing Money First Makes Podcasters Quit Early | Max BranstetterThink you need to monetise your podcast from day one to make it worthwhile? Max Branstetter, podcast producer and host of Wild Business Growth, reveals why this mindset is actually the fastest way to quit. In this candid conversation, Max shares his organic journey from corporate brand management to building a successful podcast production company, and exposes the crucial difference between podcasters who thrive long-term versus those who burn out early. You'll discover why passion beats profit expectations, the quality investments that actually matter at launch, and the simple organisational system that transforms podcasting from overwhelming to enjoyable. Whether...
2025-08-1946 min
Strategic Counsel by ForthRight BusinessQuick Hits: The Nuts and Bolts of Podcasting with Max Branstetter, MaxPodcastingPodcasting has grown a TON as a business-building tool over the past couple decades. But what does it take to start - and continue - an awesome podcast for your business or personal brand? In this Quick Hit, you’ll hear our podcast producer: Max Branstetter! Max is the Founder & Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting, the Host of the Wild Business Growth podcast, and writes the Podcasting to the Max newsletter - where podcasting meets entrepreneurship (and terrible puns). Listen to the full episode here
2025-02-1918 min
What Are You Made Of?Turning Podcasts into Profit: Max Branstetter's Secret to Success and OptimismMike C-Roc sits down with Max Branstetter, founder of MaxPodcasting and host of the Wild Business Growth Podcast. Max shares his inspiring journey as a podcast producer, having edited over 2,000 podcasts and helped launch 30+ shows. He offers insights on his career, including working with brands like Stacy’s Pita Chips, Drybar, and even voice talent from the iconic Bart Simpson character.
Max opens up about his optimism, resilience, and how growing up in Cleveland shaped his positive outlook despite the city’s tough sports history. From launching successful podcasts to navigating life’s challenges, Max pr...
2025-01-0435 minStrategic Counsel by ForthRight BusinessClassics: The Nuts and Bolts of Podcasting with Max Branstetter, MaxPodcastingPodcasting has grown a TON as a business-building tool over the past couple decades. We’re entering our 3rd year of podcasting, and we continue to find it to be an interesting point of discussion for most people. But what does it take to start - and continue - an awesome podcast for your business or personal brand? We’re excited to share a special peek behind the curtain, as we welcomed on our podcast producer: Max Branstetter! Max is the Founder & Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting, the Host of the Wild Business Growth podcast, and writes the Podcasting to the...
2024-12-301h 00
Wild Business GrowthGary Arndt – Everything Everywhere Daily, Traveling PolymathGary Arndt, the Host of Everything Everywhere Daily and Award-Winning Travel Blogger & Photographer, joins the show to share his journey from selling his house to travel the world in 2007 to starting the daily podcast that gets over 1.5 million downloads per month. Hear what you need to know before traveling the world, how to create a daily podcast, how to stay curious, the most fascinating stories Gary’s covered, and the era he’d love to time travel to. Connect with Gary at Everything-Everywhere.com and check out his podcast Sign up for Podcaster’s Kit 6: https://bloggingconcentrated.com/me...
2024-12-0454 min
Wild Business GrowthDr. Andrew Branstetter – ER Doctor, My BrotherDr. Andrew Branstetter, the ER Doctor and best brother in the world, joins the show for a very special family edition during Thanksgiving week to be interviewed by his brother, Max Branstetter. Hear his journey to becoming an ER Doctor, how to switch between being nocturnal and daytime, how to handle when patients die, infamous stories of butterflies & birds, and the best lesson he’s learned from Mom & Dad. Connect with Andrew on Instagram @AndrewBranstetter
2024-11-271h 03
Wild Business GrowthEpisode 300 SpecialWilder, Wilder, Wilder. Hear special reunion interviews with returning Wild entrepreneurs, fan-favorite moments from Episodes 201-299, and behind-the-scenes bloopers in this Episode 300 Special of the Wild Business Growth Podcast. Hear how your favorite Wild entrepreneurs are growing their businesses through speaking, books, magazines, podcasts, acquisitions, teamwork, operations, innovation, versatility, company culture, inspiration, creativity, and more. Enjoy the weird voices, whistling, singing, false starts, dad jokes, and voice cracks. Sign up for the Podcasting to the Max newsletter at MaxPodcasting.com/Newsletter
2024-08-211h 17
Wild Business GrowthTrailer – Wild Business GrowthWild ideas. Wild growth. Every Wednesday morning a new entrepreneur shares the wildly creative and unusual ways they grew their business - and teaches you how to do it, too. In this Trailer, meet your Host, Max Branstetter, hear what to expect on the Wild Business Growth podcast, and discover some of the fan-favorite episodes, including Nancy Cartwright aka Bart Simpson, Matt Mullenweg of WordPress, Alli Webb of Drybar, Stacy Madison of Stacy’s Pita Chips, Scott Hanson of NFL RedZone and Gold Zone, Joe Pellettieri of Big Mouth Billy Bass, and Susan Bennett aka The Voice of Siri. Fo...
2024-08-1904 minStrategic Counsel by ForthRight BusinessThe Nuts and Bolts of Podcasting with Max Branstetter, MaxPodcastingPodcasting has grown a TON as a business-building tool over the past couple decades. We’re entering our 3rd year of podcasting, and we continue to find it to be an interesting point of discussion for most people. But what does it take to start - and continue - an awesome podcast for your business or personal brand? We’re excited to share a special peek behind the curtain, as we welcomed on our podcast producer: Max Branstetter! Max is the Founder and Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting, the Host of the Wild Business Growth Podcast, and writes the Podcasting to t...
2024-01-021h 01
Wild Business GrowthGary Gottdiener – The Sample GroupGary Gottdiener, the Founder and President of The Sample Group and the best father-in-law of all time, joins the show for a very special family edition during Thanksgiving week to be interviewed by his son-in-law, Max Branstetter. Hear how to navigate the ups and downs as an entrepreneur, provide excellent customer service, manage a busy travel schedule for work, get good at multiple sports at once, and the Gary Gottdiener Signature Collection. Connect with Gary at TheSampleGroup.com
2023-11-2249 min
The Business Storytelling Podcast621: How podcast HOSTS can help their GUESTS be better guests - a chat with Max BranstetterPodcast pro Max Branstetter returns to "The Business Storytelling Show" to share the steps that podcast hosts can take to improve the guest experience and make a podcast interview a success.Connect with Max here: http://maxpodcasting.comWonder how to launch a podcast, download this checklist: https://lnkd.in/gt-qKTGv
2023-10-0524 min
Hacks and Hobbies with Junaid Ahmed | Passion to Profit StoriesE530 - Max Branstetter - How to Leverage Podcasting for Entrepreneurial SuccessMax Branstetter is the Founder & Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting, a podcast production business, where he’s edited over 1,000 podcast episodes and helped launch over two dozen podcasts. He’s the Host of the Wild Business Growth Podcast, featuring over 235 wild entrepreneurs including the minds behind WordPress, Stacy’s Pita Chips, NFL RedZone, Big Mouth Billy Bass, and the voice of Bart Simpson. He writes the Podcasting to the Max newsletter, where podcasting meets entrepreneurship
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2023-07-2727 min
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2022-12-0646 min
Wild Business GrowthDana Branstetter – Wedding RecapDana Branstetter, the most beautiful bride of all time, joins the show for a very special family edition during Thanksgiving week - exactly 1 week after the wedding - to be interviewed by her husband, Max Branstetter. Hear the scare during wedding week, the most emotional moment, what it was like walking down the aisle, the funniest moments from the speeches, and the songs that got people fired up. Connect with Dana on Instagram and Facebook
2022-11-2356 min
The Marketing Playbook with Mark FriedmanMax Branstetter - Founder and Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting Max Branstetter, the Founder and Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting, adds his page to the Marketing Playbook. Hear how to take time to prepare and plan, cultivate relationships, explore interests and start creating content, Max’s top podcasting tips, and his personal favorite episodes of the Wild Business Growth Podcast. Connect with Max at MaxPodcasting.com
2022-08-1242 min
The Marketing Playbook with Mark FriedmanMax Branstetter - Founder and Podcast Producer at MaxPodcastingMax Branstetter, the Founder and Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting, adds his page to the Marketing Playbook. Hear how to take time to prepare and plan, cultivate relationships, explore interests and start creating content, Max's top podcasting tips, and his personal favorite episodes of the Wild Business Growth Podcast. Connect with Max at MaxPodcasting.com
2022-08-1142 min
Wild Business GrowthEpisode 200 SpecialIt's getting Wilder and Wilder! Hear special reunion interviews with returning guests, classic moments from Episodes 101-199, and hilarious unreleased bloopers in this Episode 200 Special. Hear how your favorite Wild entrepreneurs are growing their businesses with creativity, marketing, problem-solving, risk-taking, customer service, grit, and more. Soak up their insights, startup stories, impressions, iconic cartoon voices, and dad jokes. Sign up for the Podcasting to the Max newsletter at MaxPodcasting.com/Newsletter
2022-07-202h 10
Wild Business GrowthRandy Branstetter – The Chicken ManRandy Branstetter, The Chicken Man, joins the show for a very special family edition during Thanksgiving week to be interviewed by his nephew, Max Branstetter. Hear how he grew a low-volume KFC franchise into an award-winning customer service powerhouse, his famous radio commercials, how to move your business to a new location, stay strong through whatever life throws at you, and his most legendary concert experience
2021-11-2457 min
K-StreamMaking Your Podcast Stand Out with Max BranstetterMax Branstetter, host of the Wild Business Growth podcast and founder of MaxPodcasting, joins me to talk...well...podcasting.
Max has produced more than 150 episodes of Wild Business Growth, and now helps other aspiring podcasters produce and promote their shows.
We talked about:
Why business owners should create podcasts
How podcasting helps entrepreneurs
Tips to make your podcast stand out
Being consistent with your release date
What tech to use...hint: Zoom can do great things
How blogs/website helps in having your podcast show up in search
How awesome the networking part of...
2021-08-3132 min
K-StreamMaking Your Podcast Stand Out with Max BranstetterMax Branstetter, host of the Wild Business Growth podcast and founder of MaxPodcasting, joins me to talk...well...podcasting.Max has produced more than 150 episodes of Wild Business Growth, and now helps other aspiring podcasters produce and promote their shows.We talked about: Why business owners should create podcasts How podcasting helps entrepreneurs Tips to make your podcast stand out Being consistent with your release date What tech to use...hint: Zoom can do great things How blogs/website helps in having your podcast show up in search How awesome...
2021-08-3132 min
Wild Business GrowthMax Brickman – Midwest Machine, Managing Director of Heartland VenturesMax Brickman, the Serial Entrepreneur and Managing Director of Heartland Ventures, joins the show to share his journey from starting landscaping, real estate, and education businesses in high school and college to bridging the gap between Silicon Valley and the Midwest. Hear how to license your product, pick companies to partner with, navigate your responsibilities as an entrepreneur and VC, ride your bike faster, and one very corny billboard. Connect with Max at HeartlandVC.com and on LinkedIn
2021-05-2036 min
The Podcast On PodcastingEp13: Podcast Post-Production Essentials - Max BranstetterIf you have a strong interest and knowledge of a particular topic, you should seriously consider hosting a podcast. But how to create a podcast? In today’s episode, Max Branstetter shares his insights on how to start a podcast and also shares his ideas on how to establish a brand that suits you. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR Things you need to look for in a post-production team Tips on how to be better in the post-production process Advantages of editing your own podcast shows Ways to overcome challenges in creating episodes The...
2021-04-2742 min
World of SpeakersE.92: Max Branstetter & Eric Sim | Starting a PodcastRyan Foland speaks with Max Branstetter and Eric Sim, the former is the founder and producer of MaxPodcasting whilst the latter is a managing director at UBS Investments Bank, turned speaker with over 2 million followers on LinkedIn.
In this episode of our series, Ryan, Max and Eric talk about the ten steps that are required to start your own podcast and what’s the best way to go about starting off a potential hit podcast.
One of the key messages in this interview is that before kicking off your podcast, you need to ask yourself ‘why you want to start a po...
2021-03-221h 07
Wild Business GrowthPhil Marcus, David Haber, and Ben Haber – J. Marcus, Family BusinessPhil Marcus, David Haber, and Ben Haber of J. Marcus join the show for a very special family edition during Thanksgiving week to be interviewed by their cousin, Max Branstetter. Hear how they've grown and pivoted their 4th-generation family business, how to take your business from local to national to international, excel at eCommerce, the pros and cons of working with family, and their favorite parts about Pittsburgh
2020-11-2552 min
Happy Marketer ConnectionMax Branstetter, Founder and Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting “GROWTH”Max Branstetter, Founder and Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting, joins Happy Marketer Connection to discuss Growth. Hear how to start a professional-sounding podcast, use your podcast as a marketing tool, find guests for your podcast, tips for hosting and producing a podcast, and Max’s personal favorite episodes of the Wild Business Growth Podcast. Connect with Max at MaxPodcasting.com and the Wild Business Growth Podcast
2020-09-1540 min
Wild Business GrowthPhilip VanDusen – Chief Creative Officer, Founder of Verhaal Brand DesignPhilip VanDusen, the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Verhaal Brand Design, joins the show to share his journey from selling t-shirts on foot to leading branding and design for the world's biggest brands. Hear how to stand out with design, the science behind marketing and design, the best-selling shirt of all time, how to grow your pillar content channel, and why designers are like cows. Connect with Philip at PhilipVanDusen.com, BrandDesignMasters.com, his podcast, and on YouTube
2020-08-261h 00
Wild Business GrowthJessica Hitchcock – Pleasant Painter, Full-Time ArtistJessica Hitchcock, the Full-Time Artist, joins the show to share her journey from working in finance and accounting to going all-in on her passion for painting. Hear how to turn your side hustle into your business, how to develop several revenue streams, the power of Instagram for creatives, how to get out of a creative rut, and her Lois Griffin impression. Connect with Jessica at JessicaHitchcock.org, on Instagram at @Jessica_Hitchcock, and The Creative Business Convo Facebook group
2020-08-191h 01
Wild Business GrowthMarcus Whitney - College Dropout Turned Creative EntrepreneurMarcus Whitney, the Creative Entrepreneur, joins the show to share his journey from waiting tables as a college dropout to becoming the Serial Entrepreneur and Bestselling Author of Create and Orchestrate. Hear the biggest lessons from his entrepreneurship journey, how he brought an MLS team to Nashville, the hardest thing he’s ever done, how to balance major life events with career aspirations, and key tips for meditating. Connect with Marcus at MarcusWhitney.com
2020-08-121h 02
Wild Business GrowthMelanie Deziel – Brainstorming Guide, Chief Content Officer of StoryFuelMelanie Deziel, the Founder and Chief Content Officer of StoryFuel, joins the show to share her journey from aspiring journalist to Author and Creator of The Content Fuel Framework. Hear how to brainstorm content ideas, turn ideas into actual content, beat writer’s block, ignore the algorithm, and the surprise musical instrument Melanie plays. Connect with Melanie at StoryFuel.co and on social media
2020-08-0555 min
Wild Business GrowthJonathan Katz – Inventor of BLENDi, College EntrepreneurJonathan Katz, the Inventor of BLENDi, joins the show to share his journey from frustrated bodybuilder to creating the portable blender while in college. Hear how to design a product, create prototypes, what you sacrifice by starting a business in college, how to make sure you always capture the moment, and Jonathan’s entrepreneurship lessons from bodybuilding. Connect with Jonathan on Instagram at @JonKatz96 and @BLENDiBlender and at BLENDiBlender.com
2020-07-2957 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
Wild Business GrowthIsabel Garvey – Managing Director of Abbey Road StudiosIsabel Garvey, the Managing Director of Abbey Road Studios, joins the show to share her journey celebrating the world's most famous recording studio while leading the charge into the next chapter. Hear how Abbey Road Studios is welcoming emerging artists, supporting music tech startups with the Abbey Road Red incubator, teaching music production with Abbey Road Institute, how Isabel champions a culture of creativity, and the strangest thing she’s seen at the Zebra Crossing. Connect with Isabel on LinkedIn and at AbbeyRoad.com
2020-07-2256 min
Wild Business GrowthDalip Jaggi – Startup Explorer, Tech Entrepreneur and InvestorDalip Jaggi, the Serial Entrepreneur, Investor, and Advisor, joins the show to share his journey from creating websites for video games to founding and investing in several tech startups. Hear his biggest growth lessons from the startup world, how to raise crowdfunding on Kickstarter or Indiegogo, how to sell your company, his ridiculous amount of hobbies, and his vacation with Bigfoot. Connect with Dalip at DalipJaggi.com
2020-07-1554 min
Wild Business GrowthSue Frech – Community Builder, Co-Founder of VestaSue Frech, the Co-Founder and CEO of Vesta, joins the show to share her journey from enjoying the sense of community growing up to starting the leading online community building technology company. Hear how to build a passionate community for your brand, how to incentivize engagement within your community, how to present data in a way that’s easy to understand, what she’s learned from tap dancing, and the burrito makeup bag. Connect with Sue at Susan.Frech@Vesta-Go.com, on LinkedIn at @SueFrech, and her podcast Happy Marketer Connection
2020-07-0858 min
Wild Business GrowthEpisode 100 SpecialIt's the Wildest episode yet! Hear brand new interviews from returning guests, favorite highlights from the first 99 episodes, and unreleased bloopers in this Episode 100 Special. Hear the best of the best tips on business growth, creativity, entrepreneurship, marketing, startups, quirks, weird talents, and more. Prepare to laugh, learn, cringe, smile, roll your eyes, and get your Wild ideas flowing. Thank you so much for listening to the Wild Business Growth Podcast
2020-07-011h 31
Wild Business GrowthChris Ducker – Youpreneur, Future-Proof Virtual CEOChris Ducker, the Serial Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, and Bestselling Author of Virtual Freedom and Rise of the Youpreneur, joins the show to share his journey from burning out to becoming the Virtual CEO he dreamed of. Hear how to build a business around yourself, how to decide what to work on and what to delegate, how to find your niche, why Chris deleted all the apps from his phone, and the most embarrassing thing to happen to him on stage. Connect with Chris at ChrisDucker.com, Youpreneur.com, and on social media at @ChrisDucker
2020-06-2441 min
Wild Business GrowthJanelle Shane – AI Weirdness, Artificial Intelligence AdventurerJanelle Shane, the Optics Research Scientist and Creator of the AI Weirdness blog, joins the show to share her experiments that showcase the strange side of artificial intelligence. Hear what the future of AI means for our businesses and personal lives, Janelle’s most memorable AI Weirdness experiments, where we see AI in everyday life, how AI works, and the record Janelle set in college. Connect with Janelle at AIWeirdness.com, JanelleShane.com, on social media at @JanelleCShane and @Janelle.Shane, and buy her book at your local bookstore
2020-06-1755 min
Wild Business GrowthWill Shortz – The Puzzlemaster, Crossword Editor of The New York TimesWill Shortz, the Crossword Editor of The New York Times, joins the show to share his journey from creating his own puzzle major to writing and editing over 500 puzzle books and thousands of crosswords for the Times since 1993. Hear what drew Will to puzzles in the first place, his crossword-editing process, how to solve a crossword puzzle, his appearances on How I Met Your Mother and The Simpsons, and the difference between ping pong and table tennis. Connect with Will on NPR's Sunday Puzzle, in The New York Times, at CrosswordTournament.com, and WestchesterTableTennis.com
2020-06-1029 min
Wild Business GrowthJJ Ramberg – Co-Founder of Goodpods, The Social Podcasting AppJJ Ramberg, the Co-Founder of Goodpods, joins the show to share her journey from spending 13 years interviewing entrepreneurs on TV to creating the social podcasting app. Hear how Goodpods is creating new podcasting possibilities for listeners and hosts, how to conquer hurdles designing an app, how JJ got A-list influencers to use Goodpods, the biggest lessons you can learn from entrepreneurs, and JJ’s personal favorite podcasts. Download Goodpods on the App Store and email your feedback to JJ@Goodpods.com
2020-06-0350 min
Wild Business GrowthMarti Romances – Futuristic Designer, Co-Founder of Territory StudioMarti Romances, the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Territory Studio, joins the show to share his journey from art projects as a child to designing graphics for Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, and The Martian. Hear his principles of creative design, how he started working on blockbuster movies, how to approach designing real-life products, what he learned from playing and working on video games, and how to learn a new language. Connect with Marti at TerritoryStudio.com and on Twitter and Instagram at @MartiRomances and @TerritoryStudio
2020-05-271h 05
Wild Business GrowthSarah Hannington – The Candy Woman, Founder of MyCustomCandySarah Hannington, the Founder of MyCustomCandy, joins the show to share her journey from searching for a custom candy manufacturer to starting her own company that creates candy for Kim Kardashian West, Cardi B, and The Rolling Stones. Hear how to create a personalized offering, how to win celebrity clients, the value of an idea vs. execution, the pros and cons of a seasonal business, and her favorite candy of all time. Connect with Sarah at MyCustomCandy.com and on Instagram at @MyCustomCandy
2020-05-2054 min
Wild Business GrowthDouglas Burdett – The Marketing Book Podcast, Army Mad ManDouglas Burdett, the Host of The Marketing Book Podcast and Founder of ARTILLERY, joins the show to share his journey from Field Artillery Officer in the U.S. Army to interviewing a new marketing author every week. Hear the top 3 lessons from reading hundreds of marketing books, why Douglas decided to read a new book every week, how to grow a podcast to millions of downloads, how to read faster, and Douglas’s stories from his Mad Men agency days. Connect with Douglas at MarketingBookPodcast.com and on LinkedIn
2020-05-131h 11
Wild Business GrowthMaggie Fox – Social Media Pioneer, Digital TransformationMaggie Fox, the Founder of Social Media Group and Advisor to CEOs, joins the show to share her journey from founding the world's first social media consultancy to leading digital transformation at SAP and other giant companies. Hear how to get your company to embrace digital, how social media has changed since the early 2000s, why the best leaders are lazy, the creative benefits of cooking, and the trick she can do with her nostrils. Connect with Maggie on Linkedin and on Twitter at @MaggieFox
2020-05-0657 min
The 3-1-3 Challenge with Ryan FolandMax Branstetter – Save Time with Your Podcast Max Branstetter, Podcast Producer at Hippo Direct and Host of the Wild Business Growth Podcast, sits in the 3-1-3 hot seat to produce your podcast. Hear how to start a podcast, how to save time with your podcast production, the 3Ps of Podcasting, where podcast coaching meets podcast production, and how Max stopped being shy. Connect with Max at max@hippodirect.com, on social media at @MaxBranstetter and @HippoDirect, and subscribe to the Wild Business Growth Podcast
2020-05-0449 min
The 3-1-3 Challenge with Ryan FolandMax Branstetter – Save Time with Your PodcastMax Branstetter, Podcast Producer at Hippo Direct and Host of the Wild Business Growth Podcast, sits in the 3-1-3 hot seat to produce your podcast. Hear how to start a podcast, how to save time with your podcast production, the 3Ps of Podcasting, where podcast coaching meets podcast production, and how Max stopped being shy. Connect with Max at max@hippodirect.com, on social media at @MaxBranstetter and @HippoDirect, and subscribe to the Wild Business Growth Podcast
2020-05-0449 min
Wild Business GrowthCarter McLean – Ferocious Drummer, The Lion King on BroadwayCarter McLean, the Drummer for The Lion King on Broadway, joins the show to share his journey from drumming on a phonebook to taking over the chair at the highest-grossing musical in the world. Hear how he started drumming for The Lion King, what it's like in the orchestra pit of Broadway shows, how he gets into the right mindset for each show, how to find your unique sound on social media, and why he got married at a bourbon distillery. Connect with Carter on Instagram at @CarterMac, on YouTube at @CarterMcLean, at FourHandsDrumming.com, and his book Drumset...
2020-04-291h 00
Wild Business GrowthTamsen Webster – Idea Whisperer, Creator of the Red ThreadTamsen Webster, the Idea Whisperer, Message Strategist, and Keynote Speaker, joins the show to share her journey from spending 13 years as a Weight Watchers leader to advising top brands with her concept of the Red Thread. Hear how to find the Red Thread for your business, why stories are so effective, how to translate skills from one job to another, why crossword puzzles are pure creativity, and Tamsen’s favorite song to ballroom dance to. Connect with Tamsen at TamsenWebster.com and her podcast at TheFreenoter.com
2020-04-2254 min
Wild Business GrowthMarisa Corcoran – Harvard Actress Turned Star CopywriterMarisa Corcoran, the Copywriter and Creator of The Copy Chat, joins the show to share her journey from Harvard acting grad to becoming the go-to copywriting expert for small businesses and entrepreneurs. Hear how to grow your business with effective copywriting, how to improve your language from ordinary to extraordinary, copywriting lessons from the acting world, what we can learn from Cosmo headlines, and Marisa’s Real Housewives impressions and rap demo. Connect with Marisa at The Copy Chat Facebook group and at MarisaCorcoran.com
2020-04-1559 min
Wild Business GrowthNick Uhas – Science Stuntman, YouTube and TikTok SensationNick Uhas aka Nickipedia, the Science Influencer and Producer, joins the show to share his journey from pre-med student and professional stunt rollerblader to performing fascinating science experiments that get millions of views on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Hear how to create remarkable social media videos, Nick’s favorite science experiments, how to stand out on TikTok, the science behind creativity, and unusual science fun facts. Connect with Nick on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram at @NickUhas
2020-04-081h 14
Wild Business GrowthMolly Pittman – Facebook Ads Phenom, CEO of Smart MarketerMolly Pittman, the Media Buyer and CEO of Smart Marketer, joins the show to share her journey from bartending in Kentucky to managing over 14 million dollars of Facebook Ads from Amsterdam. Hear how to grow your business with Facebook Ads, how much money to spend on Facebook Ads, how many people to target with Facebook Ads, Molly’s verbal emojis, and her favorite foods in Amsterdam. Connect with Molly on Instagram and Facebook at @MollyPittmanDigital and at SmartMarketer.com
2020-04-0154 min
Wild Business GrowthAdam Shepard – Human Bucket List, Social ExperimentsThis episode is dedicated to Grandpa Henry. Adam Shepard, the Documentary Executive Producer, Author, and Speaker, joins the show to share what he's learned from his unconventional life experiments. Hear how he survived off 25 dollars in Scratch Beginnings, how he visited 17 countries on 4 continents in One Year Lived, his blindfolded surprise in American Dream, and his self-publishing journey in Word Slingers. Connect with Adam at ShepardSpeaks.com
2020-03-251h 24
Wild Business GrowthKat and Jethro Gilligan Toth – The Box of Oddities, Fun FreaksKat and Jethro Gilligan Toth, the Co-Hosts and Creators of The Box of Oddities, join the show to share the weird stories behind the weird stories now heard by millions on their podcast. Hear how being weird and unique can help grow your brand, how to find fascinating stories to tell, how to grow your podcast, their favorite stories from The Box of Oddities, and how they got fired while wearing costumes. Connect with Kat and Jethro at TheBoxOfOddities.com
2020-03-1153 min
Wild Business GrowthTiffani Bova – Growth and Innovation Evangelist at Salesforce, Growth IQTiffani Bova, the Growth and Innovation Evangelist at Salesforce, joins the show to share her journey from growing up in Hawai'i to becoming the Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of Growth IQ. Hear how to grow your business, the growth strategies used by top companies, what we can learn from Kylie Jenner, why Salesforce is so successful, and Tiffani’s hotel room key collection. Connect with Tiffani on Twitter at @Tiffani_Bova and social media at @TiffaniBova and subscribe to her podcast What's Next!
2020-03-0456 min
Wild Business GrowthJordan Harbinger - Networking Artist, The Jordan Harbinger ShowJordan Harbinger, the Host of The Jordan Harbinger Show, joins the show to share his journey from getting kidnapped twice to being named Best of 2018 by Apple. Hear how to get the most out of your podcast guests, how to interview famous people, how to reconnect with those you’ve lost touch with, how to reinvent yourself, and the podcast guest who surprised Jordan the most. Subscribe to The Jordan Harbinger Show and connect with Jordan on Instagram and Twitter at @JordanHarbinger
2020-02-2632 min
Wild Business GrowthGerry Hays - Kelley Entrepreneurial Finance Professor, Founder of DoriotGerry Hays, the award-winning Kelley Professor, Serial Entrepreneur, and Investor, joins the show to share his journey from childhood paper route to launching Doriot, the Fantasy Startup game. Hear the value of smaller Venture Capital investments, how Doriot works, how to come back from being exhausted as an entrepreneur, the entrepreneurial approach to cooking, and why Gerry intimidates people. Sign up for Doriot at FantasyStartup.com or Doriot.com and connect with Gerry at GAHays@Indiana.edu
2020-02-191h 03
Wild Business GrowthViveka von Rosen - LinkedIn Expert, Co-Founder of VengresoViveka von Rosen, the LinkedIn Expert, Chief Visibility Officer, and Co-Founder of Vengreso, joins the show to share how to grow your business through LinkedIn. Hear how to optimize your LinkedIn profile and About section, how often and how long to post content to LinkedIn, how to use LinkedIn advanced search, her crazy hang gliding stories, and the best sneeze you’ll ever hear. Connect with Viveka at Vengreso.com, Viveka@Vengreso.com, and @LinkedInExpert on LinkedIn
2020-02-121h 08
Wild Business GrowthAndréa Jones - Social Media for Podcasts, Founder of OnlineDreaAndréa Jones, the Founder of OnlineDrea and Social Media for Podcasts, joins the show to share her journey from meeting her husband on YouTube to becoming the go-to expert on social media for podcasts. Hear how to share your podcast or content series on social media, what platforms to share it on, how to attract new listeners, the creative power of tactile hobbies, and some choose your own adventure. Connect with Andréa at OnlineDrea.com, @OnlineDrea on Instagram, and her Savvy Social Podcast
2020-02-0552 min
Wild Business GrowthAndrew Askins - App Development Ace, Founder of KritAndrew Askins, the Founder and CEO of Krit, joins the show to share his journey from aspiring teacher to designing and developing apps for non-technical founders. Hear how Krit brings tech to life through consulting, the importance of accountability, how to curate a newsletter like Andrew does with Startup Watching, how to start a business in college, and the most creative creators on YouTube. Connect with Andrew on Twitter at @AndrewAskins and at Krit.com, StartupWatching.com, and AndrewAskins.com
2020-01-291h 10
Wild Business GrowthLarry Edelson - Serial Medical Entrepreneur, Chairman of Delray Medical CenterLarry Edelson, the Chairman of Delray Medical Center and Serial Medical Entrepreneur, joins the show to share his journey from growing up in a 1-bedroom apartment to becoming the Chairman of an award-winning hospital. Hear how he had so much success in the medical field without going to med school, his role in growing 1-800 Contacts, his biggest life lessons, why retirement isn’t what you should dream of, and the best spring break story of all time. Connect with Larry at LEdelson@Comcast.net
2020-01-2246 min
Wild Business GrowthMike Allton - Blogging Brute, Award-Winning BloggerMike Allton, the Blogging Brute and Brand Evangelist at Agorapulse, joins the show to share his journey from failing English class to becoming an award-winning blogger. Hear how to increase your site traffic and sales through blogging, how to know what to blog about, how long and frequent your blog posts should be, the creative power of photo walks, and how Aviation Gin cleverly responded to Peloton. Connect with Mike at BloggingBrute.com and on social media at @BloggingBrute
2020-01-151h 13
Wild Business GrowthAndrea Sager - Trademarks and Copyrights for Small BusinessAndrea Sager, the Legalpreneur and Founder of Andrea Sager Law, joins the show to share her journey from a big law firm to starting her own virtual law firm for small business owners. Hear the difference between trademarks and copyrights, how to apply for trademarks and copyrights, examples of infringement, how she won a bowling national championship, and her crazy crawfish story. Connect with Andrea on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at @AndreaSagerLaw
2020-01-0846 min
Wild Business GrowthJustin Delaney - Founder of Menguin, CEO of Buff City SoapJustin Delaney, the Founder of Menguin and CEO of Buff City Soap, joins the show to share his journey from bartender and travel blogger to disrupting both the tuxedo rental and soap worlds. Hear how he sold Menguin to Generation Tux in just a few years, the nontraditional approach of Buff City Soap, how to excel as both an intrapreneur and entrepreneur, stories from working with Mark Cuban, Scott Dorsey, and George Zimmer, and why Justin doesn’t like jeans. Connect with Justin on Instagram at @JustDela and on LinkedIn
2020-01-0146 min
Win The Hour, Win The DayHow To Make Marketing Fun For You And Your Audience! With Max BranstetterWe hear a lot about marketing tactics and the importance of that in your business. Today Max gives us a fresh look at the world of marketing. I found it refreshing and it gave me a whole new look at something that I've been doing for years!!! LearnWhy marketing should be fun!Why you are your biggest asset in the marketing game!How to offer something no one else can! Win The Hour, Win The Day! www.winthehourwintheday.comPodcast: Win The Ho...
2019-12-3128 min
Wild Business GrowthJon MacDonald - Conversion Rate Optimization, Founder of The GoodJon MacDonald, the Founder of The Good, joins the show to share his journey from computer science student to starting a conversion rate optimization (CRO) firm that helps the world's largest online brands, including Nike, Adobe, and Xerox. Hear how to convert more website visitors into buyers, tools to understand the clicks and movements of your site visitors, why you shouldn’t use email newsletter pop-ups, the differences in the websites of massive brands and small businesses, and Jon’s stories from being 6’7”. Connect with Jon at TheGood.com and Jon@TheGood.com
2019-12-2556 min
Wild Business GrowthNathan Ross - Award-Winning Producer of Major ProjectsNathan Ross, a Producer of Big Little Lies, Dallas Buyers Club, Sharp Objects, and other major projects joins the show to share how he produces award-winning films and series. Hear how to capture heavy drama, how to decide what stories to tell, the impact of the changing entertainment industry, tales from the Oscars, Emmys, and Golden Globes, and what it’s like working with Meryl Streep, Matthew McConaughey, Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon, and Amy Adams. Connect with Nathan at Nathan@CrazyroseFilms.com
2019-12-1854 min
Wild Business GrowthKris Ward - Time Management Expert, Productivity PowerhouseKris Ward, the Time Management Expert, joins the show to share her journey from overworked agency owner to Bestselling Author of Win the Hour, Win the Day! Hear how to get better at time management, why you should get rid of your to-do list, how early you should wake up, the best tools for productivity, and the time Kris almost got electrocuted. Connect with Kris at WinTheHourWinTheDay.com, Facebook, LinkedIn, and her podcast NOW! Your Business
2019-12-1159 min
Wild Business GrowthChris Strub - 50 States in 100 Days, Nonprofits and LivestreamingChris Strub, the Giving Day Guy, joins the show to share his journey from aspiring journalist to the first person to livestream and Snapchat in all 50 states. Hear the best marketing strategies for nonprofits, how to get better at livestreaming, how to prepare for a Giving Day, when it’s okay to yell in public, and the most powerful hug of all time. Connect with Chris on Twitter and Instagram at @ChrisStrub and at TeamStrub.com
2019-12-041h 13
Wild Business GrowthJoAnn Branstetter - CFO of Hippo Direct, Our Family BusinessJoAnn Branstetter, the CFO of Hippo Direct, joins the show for a very special family edition during Thanksgiving week to be interviewed by her son and our podcast host, Max Branstetter. Hear her entrepreneurial roots prior to Hippo Direct, how to achieve work-life balance when working from home, how to build your business while raising young kids, how puzzles can increase creativity, and what she would name her band. Connect with JoAnn on Facebook as JoAnn Zucker Branstetter and at JoAnn@HippoDirect.com
2019-11-2755 min
Wild Business GrowthKate Erickson - Efficiency and Systems, Entrepreneurs on FireKate Erickson, the Creator, Engager, and Implementer at Entrepreneurs on Fire, joins the show to share her journey from aspiring college English professor to award-winning podcast entrepreneur with her partner John Lee Dumas (JLD). Hear the best way to save time with your business, the best project management tools, why you should focus on one task at a time, Kate’s favorite part of living in Puerto Rico, and the most beautiful town she’s ever visited. Connect with Kate at EOFire.com
2019-11-2025 min
Wild Business GrowthAndrew and Pete - ATOMIC Comedians, Small Business GrowthAndrew and Pete, the Co-Founders of Andrew and Pete, join the show to share their journey from just Andrew and just Pete to the award-winning business growth duo behind ATOMIC and ATOMICON. Hear the best way to grow your business, how to decide which income stream to focus on, how to start a membership community, why boredom motivates great marketing, and Andrew’s favorite Avril Lavigne lyrics. Connect with Andrew and Pete at AndrewAndPete.com and their YouTube show at AndrewAndPete.TV
2019-11-1351 min
Wild Business GrowthMitch Zlotnik - Soundproofing Superhero, Founder of AudimuteMitch Zlotnik, the President and Founder of Audimute, joins the show from his soundproof office to share his journey from growing up in a well-known Cleveland family business to starting a booming sound absorption company. Hear how he's grown Audimute, the social aspect and physics of soundproofing, how to create a culture of creativity, the pros and cons of family businesses, and why drumming is like being an entrepreneur. Connect with Mitch at Audimute.com
2019-11-061h 15
Wild Business GrowthTeresa Heath-Wareing - Email List Excellence, Marketing That ConvertsTeresa Heath-Wareing, the TEDx Speaker, Trainer, and Founder of THW Marketing, joins the show to share her journey building her business while narrowly avoiding eviction with her 3-year-old daughter. Hear how to grow your email list, what makes a good lead magnet, why you need to get your prospects away from social media, why 25-minute naps are a superpower, and her secret talent with her feet. Connect with Teresa on social media and at TeresaHeathWareing.com
2019-10-301h 05
Wild Business GrowthCynthia Johnson - Personal Branding Expert, Co-Founder of Bell + IvyCynthia Johnson, the Author, Keynote Speaker, and Co-Founder of Bell + Ivy, joins the show to share her journey from struggling to find a job during the recession to being named a top personal branding expert by Entrepreneur. Hear how to build your personal brand, why the internet is the evolution of your resume, how to solve complex problems with your clients, the genius of the two-liter bottle, and why she wanted to grow up to be Judge Judy. Connect with Cynthia on Instagram and Twitter at @CynthiaLIVE, at Cynthia@CynthiaLive.com, and Cynthia@Bellivy.com
2019-10-2346 min
Wild Business GrowthJon Troutman and Nate Scherotter - Empathy Wines, GaryVee's Life's WorkJon Troutman and Nate Scherotter, the Co-Founders of Empathy Wines, join the show to share their journey from being GaryVee's right-hand men at VaynerMedia to partnering with him to turn the wine world upside down. Hear how they're disrupting the wine industry with their direct-to-consumer brand, the impact of partnering with GaryVee, how to stay unromantic in a romantic industry, the power of text message and influencer marketing, and their favorite wine blends. Connect with Jon on social media at @Trouty, Nate on Twitter at @NateS, and Empathy Wines at EmpathyWines.com and @EmpathyWines
2019-10-1651 min
Wild Business GrowthStoney deGeyter - Digital Marketing Pioneer Turned Sci-Fi AuthorStoney deGeyter, the Founder of Pole Position Marketing and VP of Search and Advertising for The Karcher Group, joins the show to share his journey from founding one of the first digital marketing agencies in 1998 to writing time travel novels. Hear how to sell your business, how to perform keyword research, the parallels between digital marketing and time travel, how critiquing movies improves creativity, and the pros and cons of having a unique name. Connect with Stoney on Twitter at @StoneyD and at Stoney@TKG.com
2019-10-0959 min
Wild Business GrowthMadalyn Sklar - Twitter Marketing Expert, #TwitterSmarter HostMadalyn Sklar, the Twitter Marketing Expert, Digital Marketing Entrepreneur, and Host of the #TwitterSmarter chat and podcast joins the show to share her journey from creating an online music community in 1996 to creating a Twitter chat that generates billions of impressions. Hear how to grow your business through Twitter, how to start a Twitter chat, how to use Twitter lists, her favorite smartphone tricks, and her favorite song to play on guitar. Connect with Madalyn at MadalynSklar.com and on Twitter at @MadalynSklar
2019-10-021h 02
The Inventress PodcastEpisode 51 - Max Branstetter (Hippo Direct. Wild Business Growth Podcast)Lisa and Brittany interview the incredible Max Branstetter of Hippo Direct. Max is an amazing go-getter, entrepreneur extraordinaire and podcasting expert dedicating to perfecting his craft each day! We had such a fun chat discussing his creative process, inspirations and SO MUCH MORE!
2019-10-011h 13
Wild Business GrowthJim Harold - Paranormal Podcast King, Over 40 Million DownloadsJim Harold, the Host of The Paranormal Podcast and Jim Harold's Campfire, joins the show to share his spooky journey creating a paranormal podcasting empire that's resulted in over 40 million downloads and a full-time business. Hear how Jim discovered podcasting back in 2005, why he decided to become The Paranormal Podcast Guy, how to turn your podcast into a business, his favorite spooky stories of all time, and the scariest place on Earth. Connect with Jim at JimHarold.com and listen to his podcasts on your favorite podcast-listening destination
2019-09-251h 08
Wild Business GrowthNicole Holland - Correctional Officer Turned Podcast Guesting GuruNicole Holland, the Media Coach, Strategist, and Host of The Nicole Holland Show and Fascinating Founders, joins the show to share her powerful journey from Correctional Officer to top expert in podcast guesting and other forms of digital marketing. Hear how her days as Correctional Officer influenced her business career, how to approach podcast hosts when seeking to get on their show, how to foster business relationships, how Nicole structures her life based on happiness, and her incredible visual talent. Connect with Nicole at TheNicoleHolland.com, on Instagram at @TheNicoleHolland, and her podcast The Nicole Holland Show
2019-09-181h 07
Wild Business GrowthShep Hyken - Customer Service Magician, Chief Amazement OfficerShep Hyken, the Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker, Bestselling Author, and Chief Amazement Officer of Shepard Presentations, joins the show to share his journey from performing magic as a teenager at the Playboy Club to becoming the award-winning Customer Service and Experience Expert. Hear how magic influenced Shep’s career, the difference between amazing and average customer service, how to reduce friction and be more convenient, creativity lessons Shep learned from Steve Martin and Carlos Santana, and his race to tackle the Rubik’s Cube. Connect with Shep at Hyken.com and on social media at @ShepHyken and @Hyken
2019-09-1156 min
Wild Business GrowthLindsay Pedersen - Brilliant Brand Strategist, Founder of Ironclad Brand StrategyLindsay Pedersen, the Founder of Ironclad Brand Strategy and Bestselling Author of Forging an Ironclad Brand, joins the show to share her journey from studying Psychology to advising top brands such as Starbucks, IMDb, and T-Mobile. Hear how Lindsay started working with such iconic brands, what makes an ironclad brand, how to find your uncommon denominator, why she doesn’t have social media on her phone, and her secret talent when it comes to music. Connect with Lindsay at IroncladBrandStrategy.com and her book on Amazon and more
2019-09-0454 min
Wild Business GrowthRobert Rose - Troublemaker by Trade, Founder of The Content AdvisoryRobert Rose, the Founder and Chief Troublemaker of The Content Advisory and Chief Strategy Advisor of Content Marketing Institute, joins the show to share his journey from aspiring rockstar to marketing rockstar. Hear how to be a troublemaker to improve marketing performance, the most exciting trends in content marketing, the worst forms of marketing, why you should be bored more often, and the creativity lessons Robert learned from John Cleese. Connect with Robert at TCA.inc and RobertRose.net
2019-08-301h 00
Wild Business GrowthLisa Ascolese - The Inventress, Founder of Inventing A-to-Z and AOWIELisa Ascolese, The Inventress, joins the show to share her journey inventing and helping to invent several hundred products, beginning when she was a child. Hear what makes a good invention, where to come up with the best ideas, how to turn your idea into a business, how to increase your chances of getting on Shark Tank and QVC, and how Lisa built her client list to include Steve Harvey, Dionne Warwick, and Tyrese Gibson, plus connections with the Sharks from Shark Tank. Connect with Lisa at InventingAtoZ.com and Info@InventingAtoZ.com
2019-08-1432 min
Wild Business GrowthShooki Grasiani - Outdoor Adventurer, Co-Founder of South Beach BubblesShooki Grasiani, the Co-Founder of South Beach Bubbles, joins the show to share his journey from growing up in Israel to getting families to play outside the old-fashioned way. Hear the aha moment that inspired Shooki to invent South Beach Bubbles, what makes them so different from other bubble companies, why eSports and technology can be viewed as an enemy, how to turn product reviews into product improvements, and the largest bubble he’s ever seen. Connect with Shooki on LinkedIn and South Beach Bubbles at SouthBeachBubbles.com and on social media
2019-08-0751 min
Wild Business GrowthEmily Hochman - Certified Health Coach, Founder of WelloryEmily Hochman, the Founder and CEO of Wellory, joins the show to share her journey changing the health and wellness industry by setting you up with Certified Health Coaches and personalized nutrition plans. Hear how Emily came up with the idea for Wellory, how it works, what to look for in health coaches, how to handle being alone as an entrepreneur, and how her Art History major inspired her career. Connect with Emily and learn more at Wellory.com
2019-07-3139 min
Wild Business GrowthRyan Berman - Courage, Creativity, i.d.e.a.s, and Sock ProblemsRyan Berman, the Founder of Courageous, Sock Problems, i.d.e.a., and Fishtank joins the show to share his journey from Chief Creative Officer to Bestselling Author of Return on Courage. Hear why courage is so important for business, how to be more courageous, how to become fluent in metaphor, Ryan’s campaigns for the MLB and U.S. Ski and Snowboard, and lessons from the 3 years he spent shadowing astronauts, Navy SEALs, business executives, and more. Connect with Ryan at RyanBerman.com, CourageBrands.com, and his book on Amazon and Audible
2019-07-2449 min
Wild Business GrowthCarrie Reagh and Patric Fransko - Social Mint and Eye Magnet ManagementCarrie Reagh of Social Mint and Patric Fransko of Eye Magnet Management join the show for a special Cleveland agency roundtable edition to share how they started their agencies out of Chagrin Falls, Ohio. Hear what's surprised them about entrepreneurship, their favorite client projects, what they’re most excited about in the marketing world, why the morning is best for creativity, and the best restaurants in Cleveland. Connect with Carrie at SocialMintContent.com and Patric on social media at @PatricFransko and @EyeMagnetMgt
2019-07-171h 14
Wild Business GrowthHoward Shear - Family Business, Lakeside Laundry Equipment and A.L.L. Laundry ServiceHoward Shear, the Owner of Lakeside Laundry Equipment and A.L.L. Laundry Service, joins the show to share his journey leading his 2nd and 3rd-generation family business. Hear how Howard was introduced to the laundry business, how technology has changed the industry, how to run a successful family business, how to start a conversation with anyone, and life lessons from Howard’s father Leon, a Holocaust survivor. Connect with Howard at Howard@ALLLaundryService.com, on Facebook, and at 216-475-2040, ext. 103
2019-07-101h 15
Wild Business GrowthSue B. Zimmerman - The Instagram Expert, Creative CrafterSue B. Zimmerman, The Instagram Expert, Speaker, and Entrepreneur joins the show to share her journey from starting offline crafting businesses to becoming @TheInstagramExpert. Hear the top ways to grow your brand on Instagram, why Instagram is like a village, what features you should focus on, the creative inspiration that comes from clothing stores, and why you should always keep markers or colored pencils nearby. Connect with Sue B. on Instagram at @TheInstagramExpert, @SueBZimmerman, @SBZTeam, and at SueBZimmerman.com/Guide
2019-07-0346 min
Wild Business GrowthSteve Woodruff - King of Clarity, Author of Clarity WinsSteve Woodruff, the King of Clarity, joins the show to share how to unlock your company's DNA and produce crystal-clear messaging to generate sales and referrals. Hear the concept behind his new book Clarity Wins, how to get remembered when telling people what you do, why memory darts are better than elevator pitches, why everybody needs a villain, and even tips from brain science and astronomy. Connect with Steve at ClarityFuel.com, on Facebook at @KingOfClarity, and his book at ClarityWins.org
2019-06-2657 min
Wild Business GrowthShama Hyder - Zen Master of Marketing, Founder of Zen MediaShama Hyder, the Keynote Speaker, Bestselling Author, Influencer, and Founder and CEO of Zen Media joins the show to share her journey from growing up in India to building an award-winning marketing agency. Hear how Shama started Zen Media, how to win clients, the importance of market research, how to remove the gremlins blocking your creativity, and what we can learn from animals. Connect with Shama at ZenMedia.com, ShamaHyder.com, and on social media
2019-06-191h 00
Wild Business GrowthDonald Kelly - The Sales Evangelist, Podcasting PowerhouseDonald Kelly, The Sales Evangelist, joins the show to share his journey from growing up in Jamaica to producing and hosting over 1,000 episodes of The Sales Evangelist podcast. Hear how Donald became The Sales Evangelist, how to turn your podcast into a business, how to grow your podcast listener base, how to get better at selling, and the best sales channels to sell through. Connect with Donald on Instagram and LinkedIn at @DonaldCKelly and at TheSalesEvangelist.com
2019-06-1256 min
Wild Business GrowthElise Gelwicks - Internship Expert, Founder of InternViewElise Gelwicks, the Internship Expert, Author, and Founder of InternView joins the show to share her journey from the Fortune 500 and management consulting to designing meaningful internships and personal development workshops for companies. Hear how she got the idea for InternView, how to create an effective internship program, how to network to advance your career, how to win a raffle, and the most incredible dating story you’ll ever hear. Connect with Elise at Elise@TheInternView.com and TheInternView.com
2019-06-0548 min
Wild Business GrowthKevin Lane - Inventor of Create A Castle, Sandcastle GeniusKevin Lane, the Sandcastle Genius, Web Developer, and Founder of Create A Castle joins the show to share his journey revolutionizing the way families build sandcastles and snowcastles. Hear how he came up with the idea for Create A Castle, how it differs from traditional sandcastle molds, the role 3D printing played in the invention, and the creative inspiration that comes from sand sculptors. Connect with Kevin at CreateACastle.com, KLane@CreateACastle.com, and on social media
2019-05-2951 min
Wild Business GrowthKim Kaupe - Shark Tank Success, Co-Founder of The Superfan CompanyKim Kaupe, the Co-Founder of The Superfan Company, joins the show to share her journey starting her business and getting on the hit TV show, Shark Tank. Hear behind-the-scenes of Shark Tank, the business impact after being featured on the show, why creativity comes outside of work, and how The Superfan Company works with A-list clients including Paul McCartney, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Dolly Parton, and Bob Dylan. Connect with Kim on Instagram at @KimKaupe, at KimKaupe.com, and TheSuperfanCompany.com
2019-05-2252 min
Wild Business GrowthMark Friedman - eCommerce and the Retailpocalypse, CMO and Digital at AmeriMarkMark Friedman, the Chief Marketing and Digital Officer of AmeriMark, eCommerce Expert, and Mentor joins the show to share lessons from his experience as President of eCommerce at Steve Madden, CMO of Brooks Brothers, and more. Hear how eCommerce has skyrocketed while traditional retail has met the Retailpocalypse, how to succeed with eCommerce, what the future of eCommerce will look like, and the perks of being a mentor or mentee. Connect with Mark on Twitter at @mbf61, LinkedIn at @MarkBFriedman, and Facebook
2019-05-1555 min
Wild Business GrowthStephanie Liu - Live Video Expert, Creator of Lights, Camera, LiveStephanie Liu, the Live Video Expert, Agency Founder, Social Media Strategist, and Speaker joins the show to share how she created the Facebook Live show and course Lights, Camera, Live. Hear how to grow your brand with live video, create a community through a closed Facebook group, the type of music that unlocks the doors to your creativity, and the best Girl Scout Cookies of all time. Connect with Stephanie at LightsCameraLive.com, facebook.com/groups/smstrategist, and facebook.com/heystephanieliu
2019-05-0847 min
Wild Business GrowthMark Schaefer - Bestselling Author, Marketing Rebellion PioneerMark Schaefer, the Globally-Recognized Keynote Speaker, Marketing Consultant, College Educator, and Bestselling Author joins the show to share why most of the things marketers do don't work - and what you can do to change that. Hear the concept behind his new book Marketing Rebellion, examples from companies that are successfully connecting with customers, lessons from studying under Peter Drucker, and how cruises lead to creativity. Connect with Mark at BusinessesGROW.com for his blog, books, and The Marketing Companion Podcast
2019-05-0155 min
Wild Business GrowthGreg Branstetter - President and Founder of Hippo Direct, Our Family BusinessGreg Branstetter, the President and Founder of Hippo Direct, joins the show for a very special family edition during Thanksgiving week to be interviewed by his son and our podcast host, Max Branstetter. Hear how Greg started Hippo Direct back in 1992, the pros and cons of family businesses, his biggest life lessons, and how music and travel can inspire creativity. Connect with Greg on LinkedIn, on Instagram at @gbhippo, and at gbhippo@hippodirect.com
2018-11-211h 11
Wild Business GrowthDevon Cajuste - "Hard Knocks" Breakout Star, Positivity ProDevon Cajuste, the NFL tight end and breakout star of HBO's "Hard Knocks" joins the show to share the impact of his training camp journey with the Cleveland Browns. Hear behind-the-scenes stories from the show's production and the NFL, how fame and social media have changed his life, and how to keep positivity and creativity to the max. Connect with Cajuste on Instagram at @DevonCajuste86, on Twitter and Facebook at @DevonCajuste, and at SeeYouAmplify@gmail.com
2018-10-241h 03