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How often do you take a creative approach? In this week's podcast, Merrill shares how thinking creatively at a recent visit to CVS paid off for him. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

Being observant can sometimes pay off in big ways. In this week's podcast, Merrill relates how a realization about the research industry back in 2014 inspired action to develop a program that has helped expand the landscape of industry professionals, a meaningful observation indeed! View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate mar...

When something results in an unhappy client, how do you handle the situation to ensure a resolution? In this week's podcast, Merrill relates a story about how company's indifference in addressing multiple problems resulted in them losing a client. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 ho...

Relationships fizzle, that's nothing new. But how should you handle it when a friend or relative says unflattering things about their ex, and then turns around and renews the relationship? In this week's podcast, Merrill has some advice on etiquette for those on again/off again relationships. View a transcript of this podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, acc...

Sometimes in life, the random kindness of a stranger has more impact than they can know. In this week's podcast, Merrill relates how one person's words encouraged him to keep going during a recent tournament, and how we should all keep trying in order to accomplish our goals. View a transcript of this podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing r...

In this week's podcast, Merrill discusses several observations he's made as he gets older. This theme has countless possibilities, and we would love to hear some of your own observations. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

In this week's podcast, Merrill takes us way back to the 1980's, when he found himself wondering how to best deal with a frustrating situation. A mentor gave him some advice that he still uses to this day, and you might find it helps you as well. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hou...

If you follow sports, you may have made connections between strategies used in your favorite game and those you apply in business. In this week's podcast, Merrill Dubrow shares what he learned from following the Los Angeles Lakers 2021-2022 team. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hou...

In hiring, one of the last steps a company often performs is checking references, and asking the right questions can be very helpful. In this week's podcast, Merrill shares his favorite questions to ask during a reference check in order to gain insights into the potential hire. View a transcript of this podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketin...

Practicing random acts of kindness is the topic of this week's podcast, as Merrill shares a recent story where he experienced the kindness of strangers, and was reminded of the notion that we should always pay it forward.  View a transcript of this podcast.  Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

Nothing beats watching your favorite team from the stands. But there are some athletes who can attract a crowd no matter the arena or home team. In this week's podcast, Merrill shares which visiting player he finds most exciting to watch. View a transcript of this podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or les...

As we scroll through our social media feeds, it seems that so many people are changing jobs right now. In this week's podcast, Merrill shares his perspective on what to consider when weighing your next career move. View a transcript of this podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

If you think back to your childhood, what did you dream about - being a ball player, rock star, president? In this week's podcast, Merrill shares how a recent experience helped him reminisce about his childhood dream of playing in the big leagues. After you listen, tell us about your own field of dreams!  Now, you heard my field of dreams, what's yours? If your field of dreams, frankly is it...

When you need a recommendation for a service, do you more often read reviews or ask a friend's advice? In this week's podcast, Merrill talks about how we can apply the referral strategy to our industry to increase business. View a transcript of this podcast.   Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

If you had a chance, what would you say to your younger self? In this week's podcast, Merrill Dubrow reflects on the advice he would have given to himself 25 or 30 years ago. View a transcript of this podcast.   Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

In business, you won't win every project you bid on. It's disappointing, but there is a great opportunity in those losses, as Merrill explains in this week's podcast. View a transcript of this podcast.   Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

Are you comfortable with change? In this week's podcast, Merrill relates how he recently tried something new to change things up, and encourages you to do the same. View a transcript of the podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

Suppose you discover an intriguing kernel of knowledge while reading an article or watching a video. What do you do with that new information? In this week's podcast, Merrill talks about ways to put helpful information to good use in your life. View a transcript of the podcast . Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours...

There is so much information at our fingertips, but the key is how to use it to our advantage. In this week's podcast, Merrill discusses ways to use information to succeed in our jobs, as well as how companies can find and hire the best candidates. View a transcript of the podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hou...

When opportunity knocks, how do you react? In this week's podcast, Merrill shares insight on the two things you need to do to convert an opportunity into a success story. View a transcript of the podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

In life, is your glass half full or half empty? In this week's podcast, Merrill shares his perspective on how our attitude can impact our lives, as well as others.  View a transcript of the podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

The big football game is this weekend. Lots of teams vied for their chance to be there, but now they have a long break to reflect on the season and what they can learn from it. In this week's podcast, Merrill has some advice for one of his favorite football teams. View a transcript of the podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research trans...

Have you ever heard the expression: If you want something done give it to someone who is busy. In this week's episode, Merrill Dubrow discusses how developing the ability to juggle tasks is key to success. View a transcript of the podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

In January it's easy to think we've got the whole year ahead of us. But the time to complete a goal or make a change is now. In this week's podcast, Merrill explains why we should get a jumpstart on our 2022 goals. View a transcript of the podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.

In a competitive landscape, how do you help your company stand out? In this week's podcast, Merrill discusses a theory he tested about exceeding your clients' expectations.  View a transcript of the podcast. Transcripts are powered by FFTranscription -  Delivering fast, accurate marketing research transcripts in 48 hours or less.