Ann's No Bullshit Marketing

Have you heard about the Lean Out Method, for leveling up your business? Join us as we talk with Crista Grasso of the Lean Out Method , about using her method to build clarity, focus and taking your business to the next level. In business, you want sustainable success. The Hustle has you working harder instead of smarter, and is not sustainable. Crista says it is necessary to look more holisticall...

Join me as I talk with investment Advisor John Stoj, of Verbatim Financial about how he went from a high power finance career to sushi and back to finance. We discuss John's process and his analytical approach of how he started Rold Rite Sushi, experienced success, sold the business and then, created his own finance business. John was frustrated and tired of someone else affecting his business and...

When's the last time you assessed your communication skills for your business and yourself? Bill Kurzeja of Professional Success South joins us today, sharing the art of communication, confidence and salesmanship. Bill brings awareness to the art of communication and being aware of what is happening around you. Confidence, communication and selling yourself are vital to the success of your busines...

Today, we discuss Marketing Pathways, Marketing Plans, and the importance of consistency and frequency with Alex Fakeri of, MOJO Creative Digital . Alex and Ann discuss why you have to do more than build it and they will come. You have to resonate with people and you can't be afraid to take chances. These two have collaborated and networked to boost local small businesses to spread the message of...

What is your Market Reality and Brand Promise? Damion Lupo joins me today to share his wisdom. We delve into the pain points and how you know the market needs or cares about what you have to offer. Damion shares these valuable topics from his book, Unicornomics . Join us and discover what mentoring is really about. Damion asks how much do you trust yourself and are you ready to do the work? We dis...

Join us today as we discuss going digital for the first time and how to increase your web traffic and email list with Sarah Noel Block of Tiny Marketing . Sarah shares the importance of building systems, content ideation and how to systemize; creation, distribution and promotion for your business.  If you are looking for ways to increase your lead generation and which marketing automation platform...

In today's episode, I talk with Tony Martignetti of Inspired Purpose Coaching about how building high performing teams, living a fulfilling life and improving your human connections will help you avoid stress and burnout. Tony shares how to accomplish your goals and the goals of your team. He sheds light on the importance of having every person in your workplace come alive, connect and share their...

Join Ann and Nikole as they discuss teamwork, the importance of referrals, leveraging and leadership for small businesses. It's the story of everyone around me -Nikole Dickman of Envoy would say if you asked her to walk you through her journey. Finding herself in the position of job relocation to stay with the company, she took the severance package and started her own IT services company- Envoy M...

In this episode of Small Business Connections, we talk with Nathalie Gregg, Adjunct Faculty/Leadership & Performance Coach/Speaker about her brand #LeadLoudly . Today's discussion includes: 3 ways that women can Lead Loudly today -The importance of choosing a word for 2020 -Mission-critical behaviors needed to excel in 2020 -The Role mentorship has played in Nathalie's success The Small Business C...

In this episode of Small Business Connections, Ann talks with Naheed Oberfeld, of Oberfeld Coaching about why you might be feeling stuck, how it may be related to past experiences, how to properly use affirmations, the importance of inner alignment and how you may benefit from using the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). Our conscious beliefs and behavior are tied to our unconscious patterns, and...

Building your Business' Social Media Presence is crucial to growing your business. You want to build a community around your brand. In many ways, it is easier to rely on your personal brand. Your customers trust you and may even be sending your business. In this episode, Ann shares the 3 most important techniques to help you leverage your personal brand while you grow your business brand. The Smal...

In this episode, we discuss the difference between your vision and your mission with Cheryl Cage and Nathan Bourne of MyCORE . They explain why your business needs to invest in the employee experience in order to build the customer experience. Plus, a bonus tip on growing as a business with reading books. The Small Business Connections Podcast is hosted by Ann Brennan, owner of ASMM Digital Market...

In this episode of Small Business Connections, Ann dives into our case study on how our staff worked together to create new marketing ideas for our clients. Using an interview format, we host a daily live video series highlighting our clients and their small businesses. We promoted our interviews on all the social media platforms including- Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, Libsyn and our webs...

In this episode of Small Business Connections, we discuss the benefits of cause marketing for your business, what we have learned about running a charity and business at the same time and evaluate what might be a good alternative. When you visit the ASMM Digital website you will see that we are dedicated to stopping suicide. Suicide prevention is a very personal cause for me as a business parent a...

Join us while we talk about how to optimize your business' online profile with Brian Loebig of, LowbigInk . Your online presence is the first and last impression that you get to make with your audience. Make sure it's a good impression. Today's episode covers the importance of SEO for your business as well as your personal brand, how to stay connected during this pandemic, how to get started with...

Many of the same traits that make someone a good entrepreneur also make them prone to suicide. They are strong. They are independent. The are doers, people of action. The care deeply. Because of this, I want to tackle this subject head-on. How are you doing today? What are you doing to protect your mental health? Who do you have to tell when things are going poorly? Do you have a plan for when to...

Leadership is a learned skill and even for natural-born leaders have to earn it through constant education. Today's guest of Small Business Connections is a life-long learner and a leader, both naturally and professionally.  But, more importantly, he is an observer of what makes a good leader. Sean Heritage is a proud husband and father who spent most of his adult life serving as a Cryptologic War...

If small business owners learned nothing during the recent crisis, they learned the importance of having an ecommerce site. Unfortunately, many business owners still believe they don't need one because they don't have a product to sell. In this episode, we discuss how wrong that is and why you need to start thinking outside the box right now. Michael Carico of Ablespark joins in this news-breaking...

This episode of Small Business Connections shines a light on the importance of optimizing your online presence. For too many people, the mere mention of the word optimization is enough to freak them out. But optimizing your SEO, social media platforms, Google My Business or YouTube channel can make an enormous difference for your business. The Small Business Connections Podcast is hosted by Ann Br...

Join us as we talk with Laura Reiss from Crux Organizing on the importance of time management and organizing your work processes. The Small Business Connections Podcast is hosted by Ann Brennan, owner of ASMM Digital Marketing . The podcast was created as a means of helping her clients build a community around their brands. Since its inception, the podcast has grown to include guests from around t...

What are you doing to build a community around your brand? In this episode of Small Business Connections, Ann shares her 3 tips plus a bonus tip on exactly how to build a community around your brand. They say that loyalty is dead. You will hear Ann say - You, as a brand are forgettable. It's true. But, you or your team as humans are not. Build a community around your brand and you will build loyal...

Join us as we talk with Dan Willis, The Millennial Motivator and international pubic speaker. We discuss: what is your bottom line, what tools you should personally use, how and why you should build a community, and the importance of learning and embracing failure. The Small Business Connections Podcast is hosted by Ann Brennan, owner of ASMM Digital Marketing . The podcast was created as a means...

Step two of your post-crisis marketing plan requires empathy. Ann discusses how to be empathic in your social media marketing plan. The crisis we are living through is serious. Ann shares the importance of why we need empathy to understand your employees and customers. Ann can help your find your empathic voice. The Small Business Connections Podcast is hosted by Ann Brennan, owner of ASMM Digital...

Patrick Lee of The Spark Business Institute and Chesapeake Think Tank joins us to discuss main street today. Patrick is a passionate advocate for small businesses and is asking the question, "Are we ready for a small business revolution?" Throughout his career, Patrick Lee has sought out diverse experiences, gaining insight into business and the minds of business owners. A serial entrepreneur, Pat...

If you are a small business owner, this series is for you. Ann shares how to reposition your marketing for your reopening. Marketing post-crisis will look considerably different. At ASMM, we had been directing our clients toward a more human approach to marketing prior to the quarantine. Now, being more human is a must for all small businesses. In this bonus episode, Ann gives you the first key to...