The Kick - Exciting growth in your business

The Importance Of A Secure Website [Mike Green]

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 22:27:54 +0000

Mike Green is a name that the majority of our website clients would know well. Mike is our hero from hackers and our saviour for support. As our web technician, Mike looks after the security and speed of all our websites, making sure they are safe and optimised for Google’s ranking algorithms.

Mike is going to talk to us today about the importance of having a web professional look after the security of your website to ensure it has no vulnerabilities, is backed up regularly and using the plugins that are best suited for your websites needs.

► CLIENT MANAGEMENT ► WEBSITE DESIGN ► PRODUCTION SCHEDULING ► CLEAR COMMUNICATION

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Clear Communication & Managing Client's Expectations [Karl Paustian]

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 22:20:00 +0000

Karl Paustian has been a part of the Excite Media team for over 5 years. From a project manager to now Head of Production, he has developed a thorough system of handling his staff as well as his clients. From urgent work, to technical aspects of a website, Karl get's it all done.

We are sitting down with Karl to find out some of his best tips and tricks on how to handle our client's expectations, solve their problems and manage our time efficiently. We all look to Karl for his direction and leadership and you will soon be able to see why.

► CLIENT MANAGEMENT ► WEBSITE DESIGN ► PRODUCTION SCHEDULING ► CLEAR COMMUNICATION

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Connect with Karl Paustian online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-paustian-31862157/

Copywriting That Counts [Kristen Lowrey]

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 22:15:00 +0000

Kristen Lowrey is an incredible copywriter who focuses on key messages which best portray your brand whilst also being favourable to Google. By streamlining your message to ensure your core values are underpinning your brands online presence, you can truly succeed. By knowing how Google reads your words, you can optimise your chances of being in that top spot.

With over a decade of experience in the world of online copywriting, Kristen has the experience, knowledge and genius to produce copywriting that converts website viewers into paying customers. Join us as we discuss with Kristen copywriting that counts.

► COPYWRITING ► DIGITAL MARKETING ► TARGET AUDIENCE ► KEY MESSAGING

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The History & Future of Excite Media [Chris Taylor]

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 22:10:00 +0000

The Morning Kick - Episode 061 Chris Taylor has been a part of Excite Media from the very beginning. Since then, he has watched it grow and help form it into one of the most successful digital marketing agencies in Brisbane. From a project manager to the director of operations, Chris has been there for it all.

Join us as we talk with Chris about watching a small business grow from strength to strength and how he reckons Excite Media will develop into this brand new world.

► BUSINESS OPERATIONS ► DIGITAL MARKETER ► SMALL BUSINESS BEGINNINGS ► BUSINESS PROCESS

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Why Your Business Should Use Facebook Marketing [James Hodson]

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 09:18:23 +0000

James Hodson (Hoddo) is our PPC Performance Specialist here at Excite Media. With years of technical experience in Facebook marketing, there are few who understand the backend of this platform as well as James. As a goal orientated individual, James is sharing with us his experience on why Facebook is the best platform for marketing your business.

Today Andrew Pitchford will speak with James and discuss why businesses should invest in Facebook marketing and how to utilise it's tools to get the best return on your investment.

► DIGITAL MARKETER ► ECOMMERCE ► TARGETED MARKETING ► KNOWING YOUR AUDIENCE

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Driving Growth Through Targeted Marketing [Sam Colclough]

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 14:04:00 +0000

Sam Colclough understands the need for marketing to be targeted to see results. With experience in digital marketing and eCommerce, we are going to draw on Sam's expertise to see where you can improve your business growth by being more focused.

Imagine being involved in small business marketing and online marketing strategy and then being able to apply that to a business that does $1.5B in sales online. Today Andrew Pitchford will ask Sam what are principles we should apply no matter what the size of our business.

► DIGITAL MARKETER ► ECOMMERCE ► TARGETED MARKETING ► KNOWING YOUR AUDIENCE

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Diversity and Inclusion in Marketing and Entrepreneurship [Wil Shelton]

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 14:02:00 +0000

Wil Shelton believes in connecting multi-cultural businesses. Today we will get some insights from Wil on what were the keys to creating an environment that would see a community built and benefiting from integrated marketing.

With a network with over 100,000 African American salons and barbershop nationwide and the ability to reach over 100 million consumers annually, Shelton feels that it's important for brands to have multicultural divisions or arms because most brands are setting up multicultural departments.

“Multi-Cultural marketing is becoming more and more an important part of the business for the hair industry," he said. "Brands are taking advantage of this and they are seeing it in their bottom line.”

► HAIRDRESSER AND SALON OWNER ► URBAN MARKETING NETWORKER ► CONNECTING BRANDS TO CULTURE ► DEVELOPING ENTREPRENEURIAL NETWORKS

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Emotional Intelligence, Resilience & Human Authenticity [Felipe Oliveira]

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 14:37:00 +0000

If one thing has been shown from the year COVID-19 arrived on the scene is that it has tested our core beliefs. Whether in business or personal areas, we have had to analyse what is important in life.

Alongside this has been the concern for many regarding family, friends and our own capacity to ride the constant waves of change. In this episode that is valuable for all of us but especially for men, Felipe Oliveira will talk to Andrew Pitchford about how we hold and guide ourselves through these times.

Today's topic includes a look at Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Resiliance and having Human Authenticity. Its a look at how being 'real' enables you to make wise choices suited to your circumstances rather than hiding behind a brave mask. Oh, and not 'that' kind of mask.

► EMOTIONAL RESILIENCE ► COUNSELLING FOR MEN ► EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE ► AUTHENTIC MASCULINITY

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Mastering the Art of Small Business Public Relations [Lyall Mercer]

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 13:11:00 +0000

When dealing with the public, all businesses have both the opportunity and responsibility to have clear communication with the market and potential customers.

Handling both the upside and downside of business in the public arena is where expertise in public relations is essential. While big business and corporates may rely on PR firms, there are some basics that small business operators can learn and implement in order to keep public goodwill in the market.

Today The Morning Kick host, Andrew Pitchford will be speaking with Lyall Mercer, founder of Mercer PR to get some tips for your small business on how to have a PR strategy in place. Some ideas you can deliver and we will talk about the value of having a connection with a PR firm and when you should be talking to them.

► PUBLIC RELATIONS ► CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS ► MEDIA STRATEGY ► ISSUES AND REPUTATION MANAGEMENT

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COVID-19 and our Wellbeing and Workforce [Mark McCrindle]

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 12:53:00 +0000

The impact of 2020 is difficult to analyse in the midst of the changing landscape, however Mark McCrindle and is his team has started to analyse trends on where we are heading.

McCrindle is a leading research and analysis firm providing trends analysis, brand and product testing, consumer insights, and demographic forecasting. Today on The Morning Kick with Andrew Pitchford. founder Mark McCrindle is able to bring data and trends and explain their application in our current COVID-19 setting.

How much change will cement itself in our communities and which elements of our adaption were just transient during the pandemic is yet to be confirmed, however, Mark will be able to share with us some observations to help navigate our 'next steps' as employers, and as a community.

► WORKPLACE WELLBEING ► COVID-19 TRENDS ► SOCIETY IMPACT ► RESEARCH AND DATA ANALYSIS

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Running Courses for Business [Sam Winch]

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 20:08:00 +0000

Sam Winch has been an expert in online course creation for some time. As well as working with business on their training systems, she also has a savvy business mind to know when creating a course can be relevant to helping you grow your business and attract leads.

Today on The Morning Kick, our host, Andrew Pitchford talks to Sam about when creating a course is suited to growing your business or attracting leads for your sales funnel.

Today industries are using courses to attract leads for professional services, onboarding clients, training staff and contractors and a wide range of other unique applications.

Find out the how, why and what from course creator expert, Sam Winch.

► ONLINE COURSES ► ONLINE TRAINING ► COURSE CREATION ► COURSE CONTENT

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Three Websites Walk Into a Bar [Andrew Pitchford]

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 15:51:00 +0000

Lots of good jokes have started with "Three... walk into a bar". But your website shouldn't be one of them. When you invest in a website to help build or grow your business you expect results. So why do we treat the investment like a joke?

Today, the host of The Morning Kick, Andrew Pitchford, will walk you through some examples where your business is legitimately losing money from lost opportunities.

Pretend your website was either a front line customer service or receptionist or one of your sales team. If results of sales or happy clients weren't evident they may have as much chance of being here next season as the coach of the Brisbane Broncos.

Let's change that and grow your business.

► WEBSITE DESIGN ► CUSTOMER FOCUS ► BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ► SALE SUPPORT

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Speak to Me Oh Great Copywriter [Nerissa Bentley]

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 15:37:00 +0000

You know the moment! That time when you heard a speaker and it was like they were talking directly to you. It meant something and powerfully changed who you are and what you do. Words, whether spoken or written can do just that.

Imagine if your copy on your website or across your marketing messages wasn't something bland and was targeted at customers and their pain points. Guess what, some of your competitors are doing just that. They spend time on researching the market, consider who the client is, what problem they are trying to solve, and even where will they be and in what mindset when they read this piece of copy or content.

Today on The Morning Kick, host Andrew Pitchford talks with copywriter, Nerissa Bentley. Nerissa brings a wide experience to copywriting and understanding the customer. She also has a high degree of experience in the health sector.

We're looking forward to sharing some gems for copywriting with you today.

► COPYWRITING ► TARGET AUDIENCE ► CUSTOMER JOURNEY ► WRITING FOR HEALTH

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Lonely Website? Let's Invite Some Guests Over For A Party [Andrew Pitchford]

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 14:53:00 +0000

The world of the internet is often mesmerising and overwhelming. We see the amazing technology and wonder how we ever did without Google. But an investment in a website shouldn't be seen in isolation.

Today we look at the basics of any business, from the cafe shop, the builder, or the bricks and mortars retail, or the online eCommerce sales website. All of these examples need 'foot traffic' or an audience of interested and prospective clients.

Whether you are in B2C or B2B, this session around a "Lonely Website" is still for you to know how to develop a website that attracts business.

Don't leave your website like a floating dead duck in the water. Join us LIVE to find out more.

As part of our live show, The Morning Kick we are introducing lessons on website design and digital marketing that can help inform your next decision and grow your business.

► WEBSITES ► DIGITAL MARKETING ► SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMISATION ► PAID TRAFFIC ► LEAD GENERATION ► BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ► CONVERSION

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What Your Supermarket Can Teach Your Website [Andrew Pitchford]

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 14:49:00 +0000

You may be surprised at what your local supermarket can teach your website. Join host, Andrew Pitchford as he walks through some of the key principles in website strategy, structure, and design that can help improve your website from Google rankings through to conversion of users to clients.

It doesn't matter where you are in the world, from Woolworths and Coles in Australia, Countdown and Pak'n'Save in New Zealand, Costco and Walmart in the USA or Tesco and Asda in the UK. There are lessons to be learned.

It all starts at the front door. Join us LIVE to find out more.

As part of our live show, The Morning Kick we are introducing lessons on website design and digital marketing that can help inform your next decision and grow your business.

► WEBSITES ► DIGITAL MARKETING ► SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMISATION ► CONVERSION

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Fundraising During COVID-19 [Katherine Raskob]

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 03:44:00 +0000

When it comes to the heart and health of many Australians across Australia, the nonprofit or charity sector is a key lifeline to providing the support services that support the individuals, families, and communities when needed.

Right now, particularly due to the financial and economic impact of COVID-19, there are many needs initiated by unemployment. At the same time, the charities we know around us have the same, if not increased workloads to assist.

How are each of these groups managing these times and continuing to draw much-needed fundraising support?

Today on The Morning Kick, host Andrew Pitchford talks to the Chief Executive Officer of the Fundraising Institute of Australia, Katherine Raskob to get an insight into our charitable sector.

► FUNDRAISING ► NONPROFIT ► CHARITIES ► CAUSES

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Business Leadership in Crisis [Justin Lippiatt]

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 03:43:00 +0000

Over the course of COVID-19, business owners, managers, department heads and CEOs have all had to learn to lead through a crisis.

No longer is the dollar figure a significant indicator of a healthy ship on the waves of business life. Some have had to navigate closure, repositioning, adjusting product lines, and adapting the customer sales process and environment to suit a changing market.

For all, the way in which we have handled our relationship with staff has defined our business and will ultimately define our brand to the market as stories of the success or failure of handling the human resource function within our businesses have been judged on a daily basis.

Today on The Morning Kick, Andrew Pitchford talks to CEO and leadership expert, Justin Lippiatt about some keys for managing during a crisis.

The books mentioned by Justin in today's show were; "Great by Choice" by Jim Collins "Pitch Anything" by Oren Klaff "Blue Ocean Strategy" by Kim and Mauborgne

► BUSINESS LEADERSHIP ► VISIONARY ENTREPRENEUR ► TRANSPORT ► MANUFACTURING

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ParkCollect - Supporting Hospitality Through Technology [Sandy Lokas]

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 03:41:00 +0000

Many businesses have struggled with the challenge of moving from instore or having clients come to their cafe or restaurant to the need for a delivery or pick-up based model.

Today The Morning Kick's host, Andrew Pitchford talks with innovator, Sandy Lokas from ParkCollect, a startup, currently offering a solution to business owners to deal with sales, deliveries and payments.

And best of all... currently a free solution!

From the ParkCollect website: Many small businesses are not digital ready due to high startup costs, complicated set-up or tedious process. We get that. This is why we started the ParkCollect initiative. An affordable and community-driven ordering platform, which enables businesses of all sizes to start selling online within a couple of hours.

Encompassing three values;

It needs to be easy. It's all about our users. Any engagement with the platform will need to be easy. No exceptions.

It needs to be affordable. We exist because of our vendors and customers. Pricing needs to be fair to ensure sustainability.

It needs to be community driven. Features are driven by user suggestions and always engage local talents. Never outsource it.

► TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENEUR ► CAFE DELIVERY ► INNOVATION STARTUP ► HOSPITALITY

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Virtual Demonstrations of Mobility Scooters During COVID-19 [Out and About Healthcare]

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 03:40:00 +0000

Out and About Healthcare has a strong history throughout Australia delivering quality personalised solutions in the mobility market. With the onset of COVID-19, the ability to meet with clients was made more difficult. Through creative innovation, the introduction of Virtual Demonstrations has seen the business continue to thrive as it provides the same level of service through video calls. Today our host of The Morning Kick, Andrew Pitchford, is talking with Alana Coleman and Phil Norman about how the service is being delivered.

From the Out and About Healthcare website; "We understand that it’s a challenge to be able to get to places in the current climate we’re in. At Out and About Healthcare, your health and welfare are important to us. As such, we’re offering a free virtual product demo where we’ll run you through all the details of any product that you’re asking about. We would also be most happy to answer any questions that you may have on the product during the video call."

Out and About Healthcare is one of the longest standing mobility aids suppliers in Australia. The premise for the company has always been ‘Quality, Reliability, Service’ and we make up a team of over fifty Australians dedicated to ensuring the highest quality of service and product for our customers. Our vision is to see radical changes in the lives of those afflicted by mobility restraints, transforming their quality of life and that of the lives around them.

► CUSTOMER CARE ► MOBILITY ► MOBILE SCOOTERS ► AGED CARE

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Cafe63: Innovating in Delivering Cafe Service During COVID-19 [Hamish Watson]

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 03:37:00 +0000

During 2020 it is the small business cafe owner who has been one of the hardest-hit industries during the pandemic. Many owners employ local full and part-time staff and are a point of community engagement.

For Hamish and Val Watson, the founders of Cafe63 this has been a time to support the owners across their franchise network and still continue to plan for future growth.

Cafes in their popular network started to innovate on delivery to clients. Orders came in via Facebook, SMS, and other delivery app solutions. Along the way, they also started cooking and providing breakfast packs as well as stocking essentials for purchase such as milk and bread.

Now, the cafes are starting to reopen to normal business, opening like again like the flowers they also provide as a unique part of the Cafe63 experience.

Today Hamish talks to The Morning Kick host, Andrew Pitchford about the start of the dream, lessons learned during COVID-19 and where life for Cafe63 is heading.

► CAFE ENTREPRENEUR ► SMALL BUSINESS OWNER ► FRANCHISE ► HOSPITALITY

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Helping Small Business Compete For Big Talent [Michael Simonyi]

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 03:32:00 +0000

Family businesses are the backbone of the Australian economy. They have fostered innovation and over the years kept many industries alive employing thousands of Australians.

With that in mind, many family business owners or founders have felt the growing pains associated with recruitment for key people.

Sometimes the pivot comes at a point of growth and the business needs to hire new skills, possibly from outside the family. On other occasions, how does the business attract talent that may be looking at the corporate sector and bring them into a private business to initiate growth in line with the values of the business?

Today we talk to experienced and specialist Family Business recruitment expert, Michael Simonyi to ask some key questions.

► RECRUITMENT PARTNER ► FAMILY BUSINESS ADVISOR ► ADVOCATE FOR FAMILY BUSINESS ► ACCREDITED ADVISOR WITH FAMILY BUSINESS AUSTRALIA

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Podcasting for Attention - Should I Podcast? [Ronsley Vaz]

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 03:31:00 +0000

Podcasting has become a regular marketing tactic suggestion for business people to build profile and market their expetise but is it the right suggestion for you, and more importantly for your business.

Let's hear Andrew Pitchford catch up with Australia's master of Podcasting, Ronsley Vaz.

Ronsley is the producer of the audio documentary The Psychology of Entrepreneurship.

He is an international & TED speaker, and the author of the book AMPLIFY - How to raise your voice, boost your brand and grow your business.

Ronsley is the founder of audio marketing agency Amplify, which focuses on giving brands a voice.

His podcasts, ‘Bond Appetit’, and Should I Start a Podcast, have been downloaded & listened to millions of times in over 133 countries.

He is a advocate and ambassador for the work that Free to Shine do, and believes that girls should be in schools rather than brothels.

Ronsley has an Masters' in Business Administration, majoring in Psychology and Leadership; and a Master's in Software Engineering as well as a Diploma in Financial Services and a Bachelor of Computer Science & Engineering. Ronsley is also a qualified chef.

► PODCASTER ► ENTREPRENEUR ► ADVOCATE ► QUALIFIED CHEF

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How To Manage the Complexity of a Family Working in Business [Susanne Bransgrove]

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 03:29:00 +0000

Susanne Bransgrove brings a high degree of expertise with real life understanding to her passion in dealing with the complexities of working in family businesses.

From her own LinkedIn Profile, this description says it best.

"Supporting families with business or family offices and encouraging the women and next gen in these families is what my life is all about.

Growing up in Germany as part of a third generation family business has provided me with a sound foundation in understanding the range of issues that exist when running a family business and trying to meet the needs of multiple generations.

Equally, my own journey through the corporate world and 10+years of starting and running my own businesses has given me some wonderful and valuable lessons I can share with those who are passionate about shaping their impact on the future.

Over the many years of working with family businesses and mentoring individual family members, I have been able to assist in solving issues through manageable discussion frameworks, functional governance structures and facilitating conversations to enable meaningful interactions, enabling the important human element and emotional side of long-term business and family decisions."

► FAMILY BUSINESS SPECIALIST ► FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR ► WOMEN IN FAMILY BUSINESS ► BUSINESS CONSULTANT

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Connect with Susanne Bransgrove online https://www.linkedin.com/in/susannebransgrove/ https://www.liquidgoldconsultants.com.au/

Let's Start a Travel Agency During COVID-19 [Viva Travel]

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 03:27:00 +0000

In November 2019 business partners Andrew Hager and Yann Charavel were in the middle of finalising the purchase of a Travel Agency. The two executives were about to embark on a journey of their own business with a view to offering personalised service in the high end of the market and to challenge themselves with this personal journey.

Roll on into 2020 and who would have believed the impact that a small virus would have globally on industry and every supporting business partner from aviation, food, tourism, events, accommodation and tours. Andrew and Yann were already committed and had been conversing with industry suppliers and having their brand and website developed by Excite Media.

Today on The Morning Kick our host, Andrew Pitchford talks to Yann and Andrew about their journey and what the future holds for them as well as the industry as a a whole.

► TRAVEL ► TRAVEL AGENCY ► COVID-19 START-UP ► ENTREPRENEURS

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Connect with Viva Travel's Andrew Hager and Yann Charavel online https://www.linkedin.com/in/yanncharavel/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-hager/ https://www.vivatravel.com.au/

Which Social Media Channel Should I Use? [Carolyn Ferrando]

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 03:26:00 +0000

Today we deal with the TikTok question as well as looking at other Social Media Platforms. Which channel should we use to grow our business? Today on The Morning Kick, our host Andrew Pitchford, talks to Carolyn Ferrando from Hawthorne Social about Which Social Media Channel Should I Use? We will be tackling the reasons a business engages in Social Media and what kind of activity on what social network channels can work for you. ► SOCIAL MEDIA ► DIGITAL THINKING ► VIDEOGRAPHY ► CONTENT DESIGN

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Connect with Carolyn Ferrando online https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-ferrando-76a96013/ https://hawthornecreative.com.au/

2020 Recovery Business and Jobs Expos Series [Paula Brand]

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 03:24:00 +0000

Small Business Expos are one day pop up B2B marketplaces focused on generating solid sales leads for small business owners. Run by a dedicated Expo Team, Paul Brand's staff include an event manager, sales manager, sound and audio-visual manager, speaker manager, and public relations and marketing interns.

The Expos currently run in five regions across South East Queensland, including Brisbane, North Brisbane, Logan, North Gold Coast, and South Gold Coast. Each Expo involves around 1000 business owners and promotes to over 150,000 small business owners.

QOIN Gold Coast Business Expo 15/10/20 Moreton Bay Region Business Expo 29/10/20 Brisbane Small Business Expo 11/11/20 Redlands Coast Business Expo 19/11/20 Brisbane West Business Expo 18/03/21 Toowoomba Business Expo TBA 2021

► SMALL BUSINESS EXPOS ► GENERATE LEADS ► CREATE JOBS ► LEARN FROM SPEAKERS

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Connect with Paula Brand online https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulabrandsmallbusinessexpos/ https://www.smallbusinessexpos.com.au/

Local As QLD - Discovering Queensland's Backyard [Nathan Schokker]

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 03:22:00 +0000

Earlier this week we heard about an initiative called "Local As QLD" to get Queenslanders looking for holidays and day trips closer to home. Today we speak with Nathan Schokker about this project.

There is a lot to discover at your own backyard. From the bustling metro to the peaceful outback & sun-filled beaches.

We’re inviting Queenslanders to Queensland. There’s never been a better time to tick off destinations on your Queensland holiday bucket list.

We have so much on offer for our local tourists, rediscover your love for the hidden local venues, the nature hidden behind the bush, and the smile of Queenslanders.

► QUEENSLAND ► LOCAL TOURISM ► LOCAL BUSINESS ► CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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Connect with Nathan Schokker online https://www.linkedin.com/in/thatguytalio/ https://www.localasqld.com.au/

Business Website Hosting Security and Speed For Rankings [Conetix]

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 03:19:00 +0000

Website Hosting is a common failure for many business owners based on savingsa few small dollars. To the unsuspecting, they all seem the same, with some offering unlimited everything for a small price. So when you are faced with web hosting for $5/mth what should you be wary about.

When you consider that your website's speed will affect your rankings on Google which has a direct effect on your business performance, you can see its importance. But also for the business that can't afford its website to be down, the security of your website from random attacks is also 'time down' you can't afford. Unconnected or unhappy customers have a cost to business as well.

Today Andrew Pitchford from The Morning Kick talks with Conetix CEO, Jamin Andrews, and Enterprise Manager, Tim Butler to get some thoughts on choosing a website hosting partner. With Conetix dealing with many of our Australian Small Business Clients as well as Government and Enterprise clients, they have developed a model for quality and service that is worth talking about. We will also find out about their involvement in the WordPress community, sponsoring monthly Meetups.

► WEBSITE HOSTING ► WEBSITE SECURITY ► SPEED OPTIMISATION ► SEO RANKINGS ► WORDPRESS MEETUPS

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Connect with Jamin Andrews and Tim Butler online https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaminandrews/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbutlerau/ https://conetix.com.au/

The Unique Super Power of Web Copywriting [Storyflight]

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 03:16:00 +0000

Copywriting carrys the message and the "return envelope" that changes a website that whispers or shouts into a website that engages. Today we're pleased to welcome the Directors of Storyflight on to The Morning Kick.

Jennifer York and Bec Fitzpatrick will be sharing some keys you can implement yourself and the knowledge to recognise where you can 'improve your game' with your website communications.

As a small communications agency in Brisbane, Storyflight works with brands focused on making a positive impact on the world. experience in corporate communications extends to wildlife conservation, and protected area management, environment, and sustainability. Along the journey, Storyflight has spent years writing copy that educates and inspires readers to make a difference.

In this episode, host Andrew Pitchford will be talking to Jen and Bec about the need for websites to build trust and where the importance of message consistency is required. We will also discuss how to communicate messages to your target audience. Along the way we will discuss some of the unique aspects of writing for the web while understanding the need to keep in mind the customer journey.

► COPYWRITING ► WRITING FOR THE CUSTOMER ► CONSISTENT MESSAGING ► TARGET AUDIENCE

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How to Make Social Media Work in Business [Carolyn Ferrando]

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 03:15:00 +0000

Many business owners may feel an obligation to "do" Social Media, but is it really a 'must' or high priority in today's business marketing strategy? Do we have too many things to do and too little time to execute? Then where does Social Media fit in the hierachy of marketing strategy? Distraction or the next action point? Today on The Morning Kick, our host Andrew Pitchford, talks to Carolyn Ferrando from Hawthorne Social about 'How to make Social Media work in Business'. We will be tackling the reasons a business engages in Social Media and what kind of activity on what social network channels can work for you. ► SOCIAL MEDIA ► DIGITAL THINKING ► VIDEOGRAPHY ► CONTENT DESIGN

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Connect with Carolyn Ferrando online https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-ferrando-76a96013/ https://hawthornecreative.com.au/

Recruitment Advice for Employers [Michael Rubio]

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 03:13:00 +0000

With an evolving employment landscape, we see many business people having to adapt as they employ and consider what will attract an ideal team member. In this episode of The Morning Kick we are joined by career advisor, Michael Rubio from the recruitment agency SevenTwenty to talk about the changes that both employers and employees should consider. Michael describes himself as an experienced social services professional, skilled in Counselling and Leadership. He has recently combined two of his passions and joined SEVENTWENTY as a Career Advisor. In this role, he says he is able to help businesses grow from startups to global agencies while keeping a key focus on staff engagement and developing good staff culture. Michael says "Feel free to get in touch for career advice, I'm always keen for a coffee. If you're looking for some great talent, reach out for people in the professions of Advertising, Marketing, Digital, IT & Creative. I'm able to help your team with HR consulting and recruitment." ► CAREER ADVISOR ► RECRUITMENT ► SPECIALISING IN TECH, DIGITAL and CREATIVE ► STAFF CULTURE SPECIALIST

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Connect with Michael Rubio online https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-rubio-career/ https://www.seventwenty.com.au/

Supporting The Fig Tree Children [Jane Shakespeare]

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 03:11:00 +0000

LET'S SMASH THIS AND RAISE MONEY FOR ONLY 49 RADIOS! For a number of years, Excite Media has supported the children's charity of The Fig Tree Children. As a heartfelt initiative of our friend Jane Shakespeare, this organisation has been enabling care and education in Sierra Leone.

Jane shared with us that The Fig Tree Children need a simple radio to hear school lessons during COVID-19. Help us raise money for 49 radios at $38 each using this link. Can you or your business buy 1, 2, 3 or 10 radios?

https://www.mycause.com.au/page/22946...

This Brisbane based charity is alive to support the orphaned and vulnerable children in Sierra Leone and our host on The Morning Kick, Andrew Pitchford, will be talking to Founder Jane Shakespeare about the charity, how COVID-19 is affecting their mission and how you can use your business to help others.

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Connect with Jane Shakespeare online

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-shakespeare-981648b/

https://www.facebook.com/thefigtreechildren

https://www.thefigtreechildren.org/

Trade Marks: How To Protect Your Business Brand [Blake Knowles]

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 03:07:00 +0000

Whether you are just starting in business or want to protect the business you have established, at some point, you will consider a trade mark. Within Australia, just choosing an internet domain name because it is available isn't legal protection so let's explore your options. Blake Knowles from Sprusons brings a background in trade mark law but also as an examiner with the Government department of IP Australia. He is able to draw on an understanding of what does and doesn't work in order to guide his clients through their options. Within trade mark law there are categories and geographic boundaries that may affect your decisions. Join Blake Knowles and host of The Morning Kick, Andrew Pitchford as we talk about intellectual property and how you can protect your brand's name in the market place. ► TRADE MARK PRINCIPAL ► SPRUSON AND FERGUSON ► FORMER TRADE MARK EXAMINER ► QUT COURSE COORDINATOR/PRESENTER

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Connect with Blake Knowles online https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-knowles-6a96b244/ https://www.spruson.com/

Asking The Right Questions When Getting Business Finance [David R. Sutantyo]

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 03:06:00 +0000

A recent post on LinkedIn by David R. Sutantyo prompted us to ask if many small business owners know their options when it comes to business finance.

David walked through some of the key questions you should ask before borrowing and how to choose a lender.

This is an important topic when a business looks to scale or refinance and we are excited to have David R. Sutantyo talk with Andrew Pitchford on The Morning Kick.

► BUSINESS CONSULTING ► FINANCE ADVISOR ► COMMERCIAL LENDING ► PROJECT MANAGEMENT

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Connect with David R. Sutantyo online https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidrsutantyo/ https://www.twelvegrainscapital.com/

How To Get Your Side Hustle Idea Running [Ingrid Thompson]

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 03:05:00 +0000

Many of us have had 'that thought'. Call it a "Side Hustle" or the dream you want to plant, we wake up the night after too much pizza and think "What Next?".

Whether it is a new business idea of a money-making hobby, the idea often comes out of our inner passions.

So how do we plan and take the next step? Today Ingrid Thompson walks us through steps that count with host, Andrew Pitchford.

"I'm here to help you create, start & grow your business" - Ingrid Thompson

From her own website: "For the past ten years Ingrid has worked with hundreds of people to create, start and grow their own business. She is the author of “So You Want to Start a Business”.

This book is completely changing the way people think about getting started in their own business. When she is not spending time with her family and her 4 cats she can be found surfing at Bondi or on her yoga or Pilates mat."

► BUSINESS COACH ► FACILITATOR, EDUCATOR & TRAINER ► MENTOR SUPPORTING SMALL BUSINESSES ► BUSINESS CONSULTANT

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Connect with Ingrid Thompson online https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingridthompson/ https://www.healthynumbers.com.au/

Creating a website that makes you money [Steven Lewis]

Thu, 28 May 2020 03:03:00 +0000

Excite Media believes that one of the most influential elements of your website's ability to convert leads and sales come from professional copywriting. However often we hear from Business owners that 'no one knows my business well enough to write for me'. It's a dangerous path that is fraught with unsuccessful marketing.

Today on The Morning Kick we talk to Taleist Agency's Steven Lewis about the importance of professional copy. Don't settle for watching fistfuls of expensive traffic from Google or Facebook slip through your fingers...

From their own website: "We're Australian copywriters whose watertight copy locks in that traffic and converts it into sales.

Our direct response copywriting delivers high-converting websites, landing pages and email marketing campaigns.

more customers, grow revenue and expand. Through digital resources, live events and consultancy that push your company forward."

► COPYWRITER ► JOURNALIST ► AUTHOR ► EDUCATOR

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Connect with Steven Lewis online https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenlewissydney/ https://taleist.agency/

Recovery from COVID-19 The Road Ahead [Karl Sakas]

Thu, 21 May 2020 03:00:00 +0000

This episode of The Morning Kick has Andrew Pitchford talking with one of the best agency consultants, Karl Sakas. We've been able to learn from Karl and he has been a constant resource of management advice that suits the agency owner and many in professional services. We know you will gain insights from Karl's experience.

As a fourth-generation business owner, Karl combines 20+ years of consulting with his experience as the #2 person at two digital marketing agencies. He’s written several books about managing agencies, including Made to Lead: A Pocket Guide to Managing Marketing & Creative Teams.

SAKAS AND COMPANY "We have an audacious vision to help one million businesses grow. We help businesses acquire more customers, grow revenue and expand. Through digital resources, live events and consultancy that push your company forward."

► BUSINESS SPEAKER ► EXECUTIVE COACH ► AGENCY CONSULTANT ► VIRTUAL EVENT TRAINER

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The Problem Matrix / Proving Your Worth [Dean Seddon]

Thu, 14 May 2020 02:58:00 +0000

Bringing some class to The Morning Kick we're pleased to welcome CEO of the UK based MAVERIKK agency, Dean Seddon. Dean has over 40,000 followers on LinkedIn and is a tornado of great ideas you won't want to miss.

Recently we saw Dean share his Problem Matrix on LInkedIn and thought we would invite him on to explain how this concept delivers additional value for business owners by helping you know your worth.

MAVERIKK "We have an audacious vision to help one million businesses grow. We help businesses acquire more customers, grow revenue and expand. Through digital resources, live events and consultancy that push your company forward."

► BUSINESS SPEAKER ► MAVERICK ENTREPRENEUR ► LINKEDIN MARKETING

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Connect with Dean Seddon online https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanseddoncom/ https://twitter.com/deanseddoncom https://deanseddon.com/ https://maverrik.io/

Let's Talk About Influence [Grace Newman]

Tue, 12 May 2020 02:57:00 +0000

When it comes to having impact in your networking and social media channels a common word you will hear is "influence". We are told we need a platform, then we need to be a niche expert and finally we will be an "influencer".

The goal is to be sought after in our your specialty in order to be able to develop a sales funnel of leads. Alongside this is the possibility of being able to ask for a higher value for your services because you have been a sought after commodity.

For some the achieved profile can mean being an ambassador for other brands and be paid to share your platform with a target audience.

On this episode we talk with Grace Newman from Free Folk Agency about a number of topics in the influence space.

► Influencer Campaigns ► Influencer Events ► Ambassador Programs ► Always-On Influencer Management

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Connect with Grace Newman online https://www.linkedin.com/in/graceeeloisenewman/ https://freefolkagency.com/ https://www.ivytalentco.com.au/

Social Selling and Celebrating Milestones [Tom Martin]

Thu, 07 May 2020 09:30:00 +0000

We're excited to have Tom Martin, founder of Converse Digital and author of The Invisible Sale come on The Morning Kick.

Tom recently came to our attention when we saw him celebrating his 10 year anniversary of his agency Converse Digital on LinkedIn. From no contacts and no money to an agency with 25% year on year growth.

Tom speaks on Social Selling and reminds us that it isn’t about teaching your sales teams to use Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Social Selling is a fundamentally different approach, process, and style of prospecting, nurturing, and closing sales. One that emphasises the social over the selling.

His first book, The Invisible Sale, presents his vision of a digitally centric, content powered sales and marketing world, where prospective buyers seek perfect information at the detriment of established brands.

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Connect with Tom Martin online https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommartinjr/ https://conversedigital.com/ https://conversedigital.com/theinvisiblesale/

Solving B2B Company Marketing Challenges [Cathy Marshall]

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 15:01:00 +0000

Feast or famine? It’s not just about retail – COVID-19 is impacting all types of businesses across Australia, including those that sell to other businesses (B2B).

Cathy Marshall is a B2B marketing consultant, helping businesses with complex solutions and long sales cycles to improve their marketing and sales. Cathy is joining us to talk about the challenges that B2B companies are currently facing and how to adapt marketing strategies to the current conditions.

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Connect with Cathy Marshall online https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathycmarshall/ https://www.cathymarshall.net.au/

How to Develop a Sales Strategy Response to COVID-19 [Randy McCabe]

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:00:00 +0000

Randy McCabe has been involved in technology and sales across commercial and nonprofit sectors for a number of years. Currently, in the role of Business Applications Sales Leader for Digital Sales North America with Microsoft, we were happy to get Randy on The Morning Kick to talk about how we can develop or adapt our sales strategy during COVID-19.

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Focussing On What Matters [Peter Irvine]

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 14:58:00 +0000

One comment we've heard a lot is that there is so much noise happening right now. There are voices of gloom, government updates and business and marketing companies trying to get positive messages out into the business community.

So how do you focus on what matters? Today we're asking Peter Irvine this question on The Morning Kick. Peter comes with background in corporate marketing and also business experience including being one of the co-founders of Gloria Jeans in Australia. Now he consults and speaks to business owners passing on the essential lessons of business life, planning for success.

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Connect with Peter Irvine online https://www.kingdom-momentum.com.au/

YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKjr5QyWABRxtqwNopBs_fw

Understanding the Psychology of Remote Teams [Coretex Group]

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 14:57:00 +0000

If you're like any of us you've had up and down days working from home during COVID-19. Now multiply that out and ask how are your team handing it? During our first episode with two guests for The Morning Kick, Andrew Pitchford catches up with Dr. Annette Koy and Cameron Fee from the Coretex Group. The Human Performance specialists are joining us with some guiding principles that you can apply and will bring focus to your teams remote working day. Contact details below.

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Speak to Annette and Cam via their website. https://coretexgroup.com.au/

Learning to Thrive in Change [Annette Spurr]

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 14:55:00 +0000

Annette Spurr and her husband Phil, have had over 15 years experience running their own marketing business and helping grow their clients. Annette shares some wisdom about how you can thrive through change. Is 'change' the catalyst that not only you need, but also yourself personally? Join us Monday morning.

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Visit Blue Box Media https://blueboxmedia.com.au/

Choose to Plan, Plan to Win - Free Thrival Plan

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 14:53:00 +0000

With the weekend around the corner, we wanted to walk you through the Thrival Plan and show you the checklists and ideas available to you. Download a copy and spend Saturday lunch going over the ideas.

This free Google Doc can be downloaded, used, copied, shared and made available to any Business Leader looking to assess their ideas, opportunities and ways to make their business more efficient or effective at this time.

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Join the Smartphone Video Rebellion [Julian Mather]

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 14:50:00 +0000

Julian Mather has worked internationally as a cameraman with the ABC, National Geographic and the BBC so he knows all the video production options from indoor to outdoor, lighting, audio and studio, but now Julian has created a Video Rebellion using the smartphone in your pocket. It's your power to reach an audience. Video will help you connect with your target audience more than any other medium. Join us live to hear the tips that work and get access to Julian's Free Masterclass.

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Join Julian Mather's Masterclass FREE Masterclass link https://www.julianmather.com/registration-page-80e4aeb8-f931-4c0b-a407-46e4d263ae15 https://www.julianmather.com/

The Future of Brand Leadership [Neva Read]

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 14:48:00 +0000

If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that the world sorely needs outcomes focused on enabling society-wide health, food, financial, life and even mental security. Outcomes designed with a long term, endurance perspective. We need future-proofed brands that leverage accelerating technologies and thinking that transforms communities, businesses and our future, using the wisdom that is invested in each other, our world and the truth.

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Neva Read's Website and Blog

The Artful Brand - https://artfulbrand.com/

The Brand Ninja - https://www.thebrandninja.pro/

How to Turn Up Online When You're Dealing with Life [Leanne Hughes

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 14:46:00 +0000

Leanne Hughes is a corporate facilitator and online content creator. Her podcast First Time Facilitator has over 110 episodes and a global audience. Recently Leanne posted on LinkedIn about the dilemma facing all content creators; "How do I show up and be authentic, present and add value, when life is throwing curve balls and among them, COVID-19?" We thought it was a real concern not only online but for presenting confidence in our business and team leadership so we sat down with Leanne to get real.

Download the Thrival Plan - https://www.excitemedia.com.au/thrival-plan/ Join our Business Thrival Mastermind Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessthrivalmastermind/

Visit Excite Media for website design and digital marketing services https://www.excitemedia.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/excitemedia

Leanne Hughes' Website and Podcast https://www.leannehughes.com/ https://www.firsttimefacilitator.com/

Social Media Doesn't Need Social Distancing [Mel Kettle]

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 14:44:00 +0000

Communicating with transparency and vision are so important right now. Your social media channels are more likely to get eyeballs than anything else you do and can drop key pieces of information into the hands of your customers and prospects. Mel Kettle will be on The Morning Kick to talk about reviewing what you are or aren't doing and how to step it up. We'll also get Mel to share some tips on content creation and publishing to help you deliver great content efficiently and for impact.

Download the Thrival Plan - https://www.excitemedia.com.au/thrival-plan/ Join our Business Thrival Mastermind Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessthrivalmastermind/

Visit Excite Media for website design and digital marketing services https://www.excitemedia.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/excitemedia

Mel Kettle's Website and Podcast https://www.melkettle.com/

Get Traction Helps You Get a Grip on Your Business [Ben Shapiro]

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 14:43:00 +0000

At a time when crisis can escalate the feeling that your business is running you, we talk with Ben Shapiro on The Morning Kick about Get Traction and the EOS system. Use this opportunity where your entire business deserves a review, to look at what EOS can bring into the leadership, methodology and structure of your team. Get a grip on your business with the entrepreneurial operating system.

Download the Thrival Plan - https://www.excitemedia.com.au/thrival-plan/ Join our Business Thrival Mastermind Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessthrivalmastermind/

Visit Excite Media for website design and digital marketing services https://www.excitemedia.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/excitemedia

Excite Media Blog on our Journey with EOS https://www.excitemedia.com.au/our-eos-journey-so-far/

Get the support your company needs with a call to consider EOS Traction. https://www.gettraction.com.au/

IT Security for Remote Workers [Troy Adams]

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 14:40:00 +0000

We're working from home - let's think about the security involved in protecting our home computers, connections to work and conversations online. With the recent concerns around Zoom what should we look for. We speak to founder of Techpath, Troy Adams for advice for remote workers.

Download the Thrival Plan - https://www.excitemedia.com.au/thrival-plan/ Join our Business Thrival Mastermind Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessthrivalmastermind/

Visit Excite Media for website design and digital marketing services https://www.excitemedia.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/excitemedia

Get the support your company needs from the IT team at Techpath. In the business of supporting your IT infrastructure.

https://www.techpath.com.au/

Small Business Innovators - Keeping Coffee Alive During COVID-19 [Brett Briggs]

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 14:38:00 +0000

Imagine celebrating your first year in business in the middle of this current situation. That is what has happened for successful Cafe owners Brett and Christie Briggs.

As they have developed a true community around their OIKOS Cafe at 61 Limestone Street in Ipswich they are innovating and keeping connection with their customers. We talk to Brett about how to connect, be strong and innovate.

The Future of Work - Brands Not Careers [Petra Zink]

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 14:33:00 +0000

This episode of The Morning Kick we have a pivotal conversation with Petra Zink on the Future of Work. With many individuals, roles and businesses in a state of flux we need to be prepping for roles that don't exist yet. Petra tells us why we should be building Brands not just careers or businesses and we look at the use of LinkedIn.

Download the Thrival Plan - https://www.excitemedia.com.au/thrival-plan/ Join our Business Thrival Mastermind Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessthrivalmastermind/

Visit Excite Media for website design and digital marketing services https://www.excitemedia.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/excitemedia

Discover the Future of Work with Petra Zink and The 360 Talent Co

http://the360talent.co/

https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/digitalinnovationsandfutureofwork/

Online Perception - How It Affects Your Business [Leanne Cohens]

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 14:31:00 +0000

Leanne Cohens from Marketing Leap has a thriving business from Robina on the Gold Coast and working with clients across Australia and internationally. We're excited that Leanne can join us to talk about Online Perception. How do customers see You, Your Business, your product and services? What is their 'take' on the value, trust and way you do business? Join us to find out whether perception is the reality on this edition of The Morning Kick.

Download the Thrival Plan - https://www.excitemedia.com.au/thrival-plan/ Join our Business Thrival Mastermind Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessthrivalmastermind/

Visit Excite Media for website design and digital marketing services https://www.excitemedia.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/excitemedia

Visit Marketing Leap for marketing strategy advice and training

https://marketingleap.net/

https://www.facebook.com/MarketingLeap/

Using Booking Systems to Get Leads [Nachum Kligman]

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 14:30:00 +0000

UPDATE: Look below for the 25% discount and a free offer to community and school groups Nachum mentioned to me after the show.

Nachum Kligman is one of the founders of the online booking system "Book Like a Boss". Book Like a Boss or BLAB as it is known to its fans, has been built to be one of the world's leading solutions for business owners, salespeople, consultants and many who rely on quick frictionless ways to get an appointment and reduce 'no shows'. Born in New Jersey and now living in Israel, Nachum is here to help us understand the benefits of online booking systems to grow our business.

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25% Off Discount - Use coupon code workfromhome25

For any schools or charities that are helping the community at this time and need an appointment setting solution you can reach out for a free account for Book Like a Boss.

Marketing Tips for the Small Business Owner [Michelle O'Hara]

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 14:28:00 +0000

Michelle O'Hara from Oh! Marketing joins us on The Morning Kick to discuss small business marketing.

Michelle has worked with many industries and created campaigns that suit their industry and lead type to deliver results for her clients.

We are looking forward to hearing tips to help generate leads for your business.

Dealing With Anxiety Through COVID-19 [Karen Young]

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 14:26:00 +0000

Karen Young is known for her website, HeySigmund.com which has become a resource for parents facing the issue of anxiety in children. Karen has worked as a psychologist in private practice and in educational and organisational settings.

With many parents working from home and looking to communicate with their children about COVID-19 we knew there was no one better than Karen to help us with some tips for the remote working home.

www.heysigmund.com

Navigating COVD-19 as an Entrepreneur [Wes Leake]

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 14:25:00 +0000

Wes Leake, a Lecturer with Torrens University in the Bachelor of Entrepreneurship Progam as well as Chief Excitement Officer and Facilitator of the CO.Starters program will help us navigate how to continue with entrepreneurial businesses and new ideas during COVID-19

Small Business Owners Group and Support during COVID-19 [Kevin Gammie]

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 14:23:00 +0000

Kevin Gammie is a self-described connector helping bring small business owners together with leads and referrals. Last year the Facebook group Kevin founded for Brisbane Small Business turned 5 and now has around 8500 members.

Need help generating new customers for your business? Talk to the team at Excite Media today, you can find us at https://www.excitemedia.com.au/ or call the team on 1300 392 483

Access the COVID-19 Thrival Plan: https://www.excitemedia.com.au/thrival-plan/

Join the Business Thrival Mastermind Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessthrivalmastermind

Team Mental Health During Remote Working [Ryan McKergow]

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 14:21:00 +0000

Ryan McKergow works with Elabor8 (www.elabor8.com.au) assisting Queensland businesses to work effectively leveraging Agile ways of working. And now in a Remote environment! Ryan recently spoke on LinkedIn about team mental health as we work remotely and we thought he would be a great guest for The Morning Kick even if we had to schedule an afternoon show. Need help generating new customers for your business? Talk to the team at Excite Media today, you can find us at https://www.excitemedia.com.au/ or call the team on 1300 392 483 Access the COVID-19 Thrival Plan: https://www.excitemedia.com.au/thrival-plan/ Join the Business Thrival Mastermind Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessthrivalmastermind

Social Media, Video and Overseas Pitching [Sarah Moore]

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 14:19:00 +0000

Sarah Moore is a force of nature and creative lead of her agency Eleven Lights Media.

We're pleased to have her on The Morning Kick to talk about Social Media, Video Creation and Pitching to overseas clients.

Need help generating new customers for your business? Talk to the team at Excite Media today, you can find us at https://www.excitemedia.com.au/ or call the team on 1300 392 483

Understanding COVID-19: Myths and Facts [Professor Nigel McMillan]

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:17:00 +0000

Andrew speaks with Professor Nigel McMillan from Griffith University.

Nigel is a cancer researcher interested in the infectious causes of cancer. Nearly ⅓ of all cancers are caused by viruses, bacteria and other microorganisms.

He is an internationally recognised expert in the area of human papillomavirus, gene editing and gene silencing.

Need help generating new customers for your business? Talk to the team at Excite Media today, you can find us at https://www.excitemedia.com.au/ or call the team on 1300 392 483

Navigating COVID-19 Business Planning [Scott Maynard]

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 13:58:00 +0000

Andrew talks to Excite Media founder, Scott Maynard, about how Excite Media started and how they are navigating COVID-19 as well as what sources they are drawing on for information.

Need help generating new customers for your business? Talk to the team at Excite Media today, you can find us at https://www.excitemedia.com.au/ or call the team on 1300 392 483