Still riding the high from 4S Summit? You're in luck! Crista Samaras, Founder of Brave Enterprises joins Kathrine to chat about her powerful presentation, “Brave Your Fear.” Crista is warm and demanding, deeply strategic and wildly intuitive. She doesn’t just motivate—she disrupts, stirs, and transforms. Whether she’s speaking, coaching, or designing experiences, Crista Samaras is in the business of helping people brave their fear. ***** Crista’s Bio: Crista Samaras is a force o...

Gresh delves into his personal philosophy, rejecting “impossible” as an excuse used by those who fear stepping outside their comfort zones.He reframes “possible” not as a fact but as a dare, a temporary state that can be expanded through mindset work. By challenging his own assumptions, questioning self‑imposed “facts,” and confronting setbacks with curiosity rather than defeat, he illustrates how shifting perspective can dissolve mental barriers. This internal work feeds into his broader goal of

In this episode, Gresh pivots to a quick primer on franchising, demystifying the model for anyone unfamiliar with it. He describes the franchisor (the “Zor”) who owns the brand and system, and the franchisee (the “Z”) who purchases the rights to run a local operation. By leveraging an established playbook, brand recognition, training, and ongoing support, a franchisee can bypass the guesswork of starting a business from scratch. Gresh highlights that while well‑known names like McDonald’s and

Ever wondered how much of your personal story you should actually share in your content? Too little and you blend in, too much and it feels uncomfortable. In this week’s episode, I’m sharing how to use your personal stories to sell without oversharing, so you can show your personality, build trust, and attract clients who genuinely connect with you. Thank you for listening to another episode of The Creative Content Club. Remember to hit that subscribe button and give this podcast a r...

In this special episode, Gresh reflects on the past year, noting that his original focus on the franchise‑broker business has been pushed to the side as unexpected demands arose in his digital‑marketing venture. Despite the shift, he remains optimistic, pointing to early signs of opportunity. He uses a marathon metaphor to describe the entrepreneurial journey: there are fast‑paced stretches, moments to pause, hydrate, and refocus, but the race never truly ends. This mindset keeps him motivated,

Everyone’s chasing reach like a dog who thinks you threw the ball 🐶🎾 The word "viral" gets tossed around like confetti 🎊 And reach? Feels harder to get than a reply from Instagram support 👀 But reach, going viral or a million views don't mean anything if you don’t know this one thing. Let's chat in today's episode. Growth starts here 👇🏼 http://evelongfield.com/learn

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless Jr. shares about industry challenges, pointing out that decision‑making, confidence, and finances are tougher now than when he started training. Many newcomers feel uncertain about protecting their investment. The message is to turn setbacks into “opportunities to improve,” stay “gung‑ho,” and focus on landing the first deal, then keep moving forward. Gresham recognizes that the franchise landscape and the broader economy have shifted; success means evolving

In this episode of the Indie PPC Podcast, I walk you through how I use ChatGPT to analyze search term intent in Google Ads. I show you how to bucket search terms into high, mid, and low funnel categories, track how intent shifts over time, and walk you through an example of how I used this method to understand and take action on a conversion rate drop. Later in the episode, I talk about a podcast from Fred Vallaeys at Optimizer with Mathieu Trinvan that really made me rethink account st...

In our latest episode of Annuity Chat, Jonah Hardenbrook, a seasoned professional at North American, shares insights on creating value for clients and agents through strategic initiatives and training, with highlights including: Opportunity markets like women and wealthComprehensive training to build confidence and communication skillsTailored marketing and professional partnerships to better serve communitiesHow licensing evolution and mentorship are supporting new agents

Send us a text Ready for more visibility that leads to profitability? Book a call here and let's chat In this raw and transparent episode of The Publicity Club Podcast, Lindsey opens up about a topic she’s often avoided—revenue. Instead of just talking numbers, she shares the story behind the growth and the discipline it takes to build momentum when times are tough. You’ll hear how she increased her revenue by 140% from Q2 to Q3 and 90% in just 87 days, not by following a fancy blueprint, but...

Too many brokers have a logo, not a brand. In a world of AI noise and eroding trust, the firms that win are the ones clients know, like and rely on. Rob Simpson, the founder of Loan Market Access, sits down with Loan Market Chief Marketing Officer, Ang Tracey, to unpack how he’s building a regional brokerage that’s bigger than any one broker; with three offices across NSW and a plan to scale without losing service or standards. You’ll learn: Why a brand-led model scales better

Join us for a special episode of The Andzen Approach recorded live in Boston at Klaviyo’s K:BOS 2025. Brenden and Jason (Andzen) are joined by Jeremy from Klaviyo and Roddy, Andzen’s GM for North America, to unpack the event highlights, key product announcements, and what it all means for agencies and merchants.In this episode, we cover:Andzen winning Agency Partner of the Year for APAC 🏆The launch of Klaviyo AI (Kai) and what it means for merchants and agenciesMulti-channel reporting and marketing

In this episode, Kristin Hull, an activist and conscious investor, the founder and CEO of Nia Global Solutions, and Nia Impact Advisors an impact investing firm with a focus on diversity in leadership and solutions-focused companies. The firm actively exercises its shareholder voice, voting proxies in‑house and engaging with companies to improve their practices, thereby treating investors as both rights‑holders and responsible stewards of the economy. Beyond the product, Hull shares personal

Thinking about renovating before you sell? In this episode, Brett Reddell breaks down how to add genuine value to your property without falling into the trap of overcapitalising. Whether you’re preparing to sell or just want to know what upgrades actually pay off, this episode is packed with practical, locally relevant advice.✔️ What upgrades are worth doing (and which to skip)✔️ How to boost street appeal on a budget✔️ Why high-end renos often don’t return their cost✔️ Simple ways to make

Seasonal marketing isn’t just for the big players! In this episode, I’m sharing how creating a bumper Halloween newsletter can help you engage your clients, boost pre-Christmas bookings, and set your grooming business apart in your community. You’ll learn the 5 big benefits of sending a Halloween newsletter, plus some fun ideas to make it truly magical. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why newsletters are a powerful tool for home-based dog groomers How a Halloween edition can keep clients...

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless reflects on the evolving nature of the traditional agency model, questioning whether it's truly obsolete or simply transforming. He shares that his move into franchise brokerage was driven by a desire to break away from the often rigid and inefficient agency structure and to build something that leveraged his marketing expertise into ownership and long-term value. He emphasizes that while AI has certainly disrupted the industry by offering fast,

Get your personalized AI Growth Cheatsheet here. Check out a great highlight from Jon's chat with Brian Hamilton, Chairman of LiveSwitch and founder of Sageworks.This clip is from episode 179, originally aired in March 2025. You can find the original episode at this link, or on your favourite streaming platform.Subscribe to JD's newsletter here.Follow JD across social: LinkedIn | Facebook | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube

This is a special bonus episode of Luca’s Insight Track. This 'Off Track' episode was inspired by my fantastic marketing conversation with Moadh Bukhash, the former CMO of ENBD and the current CMO of Pure Health.In this improvised Off Track episode, I focus on 3 insights that I took from my chat with Moadh. The first is where has the marketing magic gone? The absence of great advertising campaigns in 2025 vs the past is worrying as creativity, passion & inspiration seemingly have been replaced

In this episode, we sit down with Gary Engles, the visionary behind MyGig – a full‑stack affiliate platform that equips business professionals to earn recurring income while delivering every essential service a modern company needs, from tax‑credit optimization and IT security to PEO‑backed HR, CRM automation, financing, credit‑building, and even fractional CMO marketing.Gary’s journey is anything but ordinary. He launched a martial‑arts‑based leadership academy at 22, sold it, turned COO of a