After Hours Entrepreneur with Mark Savant

#179: Adam Adams runs a successful podcast production agency. He's an expert in podcast launches, management, and systems. I've known Adam about a year, and I've been very impressed with the rate he's grown his agency to know 30 team members. He's a wealth of knowledge, and today's episode doesn't disappoint. We discuss podcasting at length. How to set it up your...

#177: When I look back at my first podcast episode... WOW. I'm amazed at how much I've grown. Have you done this recently? It can be a huge eye opener. Quality is starting to become more and more important to me. Sometimes, small changes can have huge impact. Today, you're going to hear a summary of last week's Clubhouse Room. Listen to the whole room here: https://www.buzzspro...

#178: Clubhouse this week was LIT! So many great creators joined the stage to discuss how to improve your podcast quality. This episode is a new concept. Let me know what you think! email me contact@marksavantmedia.com Dimple Dang - https://www.mesmerizingmarketingpodcast.com/ Carolyn Cohen - https://wellnesswhilewalking.com/   Pat Hazell - https://link.chtbl.com/CreativityinCaptivity Bruce Himmel...

WARNING) You will not think of podcasts the same way after listening to this episode. #176: Cliff Ravenscraft has been podcasting 15 years, has 41 active podcasts, and helped over 40,000 people launch their podcast. Many people refer to Cliff as the Podcast Answer Man. Today, Cliff breaks down his Podcast Mini Series strategy to grow your network of shows.  This expert strategy has really intrigue...

#175: The life of an entrepreneur is very unique. Over the last several years, I've developed an immense respect for the challenges that entrepreneurship bring. On Halloween while my kids and friends zipped around Trick or Treating, I had an epiphany.  Can you relate?  Email me:  contact@marksavantmedia.com _____________________________________________ 🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai 🚀 Get mo...

#174: Tim Montague is the host of Clean Power Hour, a show on a mission for the energy transition. Tim is a student and client of mine, and I've been incredibly impressed with his commitment to taking action. Tim's podcast, the Clean Power Hour is opening many doors for Tim. He's leveraging digital media to land clients and produce change in an burgeoning industry. In this episode,...

#173: Listen, the negative thoughts... the doubts... that's normal.  Every single day I have doubts. Sometimes the doubts and the negative voice are deafening.  So what keeps us going? Why do we persevere? How can we get through the hard times? The reality is you need tools. You need tactics. You need mindset. These 23 strategies are making the difference for me and my colleagues, and I'...

#172: We are entering the era of the solopreneur. Part of the toolkit is building know, like, and trust with the power of the internet. Today we're joined by a student and action taker Nick Lamagna. He's leveraging his show, the A-Game podcast to build his real estate agency. In this episode, Nick is actually asking me the questions. We discuss the nuance of building your own in-house me...

#171: Want to land a sponsorship for your show? You're in the right place. Heather Osgood is the founder of True Native Media. She helps podcasters get their show sponsored. In fact, she's placed over 50,000 ads on podcasts. She knows the language. Today, she's going to help us position our show, speak to advertisers and get paid. https://heatherosgood.com/ https://truenativemedia.c...

#170: Building an online brand is easy right? Wrong, but if you use the right strategies and ask the right questions, it's a lot easier! I heard today's guest on a podcast with Chris Do on the Futur. I loved what he had to say, and had to get him on the show! Fabian Geyrhalter has been running his brand consultation agency for 20 years. He's developed systems to nail your brand posi...

#169: You've heard it 1000 times. Consistency is the key to growth. It probably won't surprise you... I agree. But there's more to consistency that just posting weekly. Today, we're discussing the 5 types of consistency and how they impact your digital presence. 1. Frequency 2. Messaging 3. Quality 4. Offering 5. Processes _____________________________________________ 🗞️ Newsle...

#168: Video Content is an absolute must when it comes to growing one's business. After 1 year and over 150 episodes, I want to highlight 6 moments from video experts that joined the show. We're highlighting: Benji Travis - What you do as a business Justin Brown - 3 steps to start on YouTube Travis Chambers - Components of a viral video ad Owen Video - 4 Principles of a video marketing ca...

#167: Creating better content in less time starts with clarity. If you want to create content that achieves your goal, you need a clear vision about your brand. You need a brand identity guide. I also refer to this document as a brand bible. This is a document you keep for just yourself, employees, subcontractors.  This document bring intense clarity and provides you with the vision to deliver a m...

#166: After over 150 episodes, and some of the greatest modern business minds, I've learned a lot. WE'VE learned a lot! As I reflect back on the past year of episodes, there are a few moments that really stand out to me. Today, I'm highlighting greatest podcasting advice I've gotten from the greats! Like what you hear? Listen to the full episodes here: John Lee Dumas Jasmine St...

#165: Are you looking for a new podcast to listen to? Today, I'm breaking down 8 business podcasts, that you need to listen to. I really think a lot about the content I put in my head. Junk in junk out. I find that if I'm putting positive, productive thoughts into my brain, I'm more productive. Who would've thought! There are podcasts for you to check out! Underdog Empowerment...

#164: What is up After Hours Entrepreneur. Today's episode is short and sweet! We're doing a bit of a reset here at Mark Savant Media. Tons of new projects are underway. We're working hard in the lab to bring you the best resources to help you create better content in less time, and turn that attention into income. More value filled episodes are coming your way! Also, don't mis...

#163: Ever ask yourself, why aren't people buying your offer? Ever wonder why people aren't listening to your show? It all starts with clarity. Before you even make a phone call, produce an episode, post on Instagram, you MUST start by answering these 5 questions. Who am I speaking to? What keeps them up at night? Why me? How can you help? What does failure look like to my audience? What...

#162: During the pandemic, Jayson Waller built Powerhome Solar into a $500mm company with 2,100 employees. How does a nobody from a trailer park build a business this successful? Inspiration. Jayson is a master at crafting a vision and inspiring those around him. Jason explains his process for building a great team, why podcasting is opening up new doors, and why the best person to invest in, is y...

#161: Is your audience silent? I've been there, so you don't have to. Today, we're hitting 3 topics all podcasters need to understand.  How can I get my show found? How can I get my audience to engage with me? How can I use Clubhouse to get more downloads? How to Get Podcast Engagement Surveys Giveaways Clubhouse - IG Live Well positioned freebie for email list Focus on 2 platforms...

#160: Want to host great interviews and not embarrass yourself? After 200+ interviews, I've learned a few things. Today, I'm sharing my top tips for hosting incredible podcast interviews. Research Read book Listen to their podcast Listen to a show they guested on Review their website and socials Use the right equipment Mic, lighting Calendly Riverside http://www.riverside.fm/?via=mark-sa...

#159: Are you still doing the same thing expecting different results? That is literally insane. Shep Hyken has worked with huge brands like Disney, Salesforce, AT&T. He's been speaking on huge stages for decades. Is he evolving his messaging? You better believe it. Today, Shep explains how customer expectations are changing, and how you can evolve your business to reach them effectively....

#158: So your podcast is running along just fine, then one day POW! Tons of downloads! What causes this? How can you get more download spikes? This week in Clubhouse we heard dozens of speakers share how they get podcast download spikes.  Today, I'm sharing the top 20 tips so you can get more downloads in less time. Guest on other shows Bring on a big guest Ask guest to share Give guests 1 li...

#157: Fiverr is a large online marketplace for freelancers. It's a great place to find people to help you with all sorts of digital tasks like graphic design, video editing, and copywriting. As with all crowded marketplaces, I ask "What must I do to stand out". If you aren't seen, you won't make money. Don't worry, Alexandra Faulo is here to help. From 2017 - 2018, Al...

#156: Just like the title says, This episode is going to help you save your most precious resource. TIME! Pre education page Solo podcasts with proper outline Listen to your guests’ podcasts / appearances Pause after you messup Note mistakes / key moments during interview Record your intro directly after the interview “2 minutes or less, do it now!” - David Meltzer “Learning in the absence of acti...

#155: "I don't have time." We've all said it. Let's change that and start using the right tools. Headliner Backstage by Headlilner Descript Calendly Google Suite - Docs, Drive, Forms, Calendar Typeform - People friendly Forms and Surveys Zapier OBS - Screen recording / streaming software IFTT.com - If This Then That Slides.com - Make Better Presentations AskthePublic.com -...