Flying Solo

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The show for those starting or running a one person business, hosted by Cec Busby. With over 100,000 members and stacks of resources, Flying Solo keeps you on track.

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30. Using stories to attract business 26.08.2014 19:41

Storytelling is a great technique to use in presentations and training, but how does it help grow your business? Podcast guest, Andrew Griffiths gives us the low down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29. How to use the science of persuasion 14.08.2014 35:39

Podcast guest, Paul Jones talks through Robert Cialdini's six influence principles and how they can transform your marketing messages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28. Building a tribe to support your business 31.07.2014 24:58

Podcast guest, Chris Taylor's business uses volunteers to summarise books that are then turned into short courses. The success has surprised him and it's an interesting story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27. How social media can get you in trouble 17.07.2014 27:34

In this podcast, lawyer Vanessa Emilio reminds us that what happens online can end up in litigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26. Shift a service business into a scalable product business 03.07.2014 29:28

Tim Dwyer is the CEO of Shirlaws Australia and helps service businesses transition into scalable product businesses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25. Five must-dos for new consultants 12.06.2014 42:33

John Groarke helps consultants and professional advisors create sustainable, profitable enterprises. In this podcast he shares his top five tips to succeed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24. Why franchising may suit your small business 30.05.2014 25:08

Suzy Jacobs started She Business three years ago and setting up as a franchisor was a no-brainer for her. In this podcast she explains why. Whether setting up your business in this way or exploring the appeal of buying a franchise, this podcast may hold some answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23. Who is leading your business? 28.05.2014 28:14

The topic may sound like a strange question to ask a soloist, but Babette Bensoussan thinks differently. A co-author of five critically acclaimed books, Babette founded the MindShifts Group, a consulting company specialising in competitive intelligence. In 2006, she was the recipient of the the world's most prestigious CI award and remains the first and only Australian to attain this. Learn more a...

22. Grappling with the creative process 28.05.2014 34:49

While Tony Park is now a prolific author with 10 books published, it wasn't always that way. For too long he stared at a blank sheet of paper. How he got unstuck and took off is the focus for this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21. The power of small group meetups 28.05.2014 21:39

Kim McGuinness connects businesswomen around Australia through events and online learning. She also actively participates in small group meetups and considers them one of the most effective ways to connect and share ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20. Why relevance wins in marketing 28.05.2014 33:48

Bernadette Jiwa has been named one of the Top 100 Branding experts to follow on Twitter and joins us from her home office in Perth. She's the author of two #1 Amazon Bestsellers on marketing, ‘Make Your Idea Matter’ and ‘The Fortune Cookie Principle’ and her latest book ‘Difference’ has just hit the bookshelves. In this podcast, she shares her unique ideas to stand out, get noticed and indeed begi...

19. A peek at the future for small business 28.05.2014 33:52

Craig Rispin is a business futurist and innovation expert who focuses on emerging business, people and technology trends. In this interview he shares his insights into some major changes ahead for small business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18. Obstacles to avoid on the path to success 28.05.2014 39:04

Andrew Griffiths is not only Australia's most prolific business book author and Inc. columnist, he’s also an internationally recognised keynote presenter and consults to businesses large and small. He knows a thing or two about success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

17. Managing anxiety while managing your business 28.05.2014 33:48

Scarlett Rugers runs a business and suffers from anxiety. In this podcast she shares her story and how she copes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16. Turning ideas into reality 28.05.2014 26:38

Having worked in the creative sector for most of his life, Nigel Collin has a passion for seeing people fulfil their ideas. In this podcast he shares his secrets. Nigel worked extensively on the 2000 Olympics and Paralympics, has advised Government, executives and entrepreneurs on how to build idea-based organisations and is currently motorcycling around Australia seeking out everyday innovators....

15. How speaking out helps work flow in 28.05.2014 27:53

Kate Toon is a business copywriter, creative writer and digital trainer and someone not afraid to speak out. In this interview she explains how rattling cages helps her business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

14. Content creation for dummies 28.05.2014 30:31

Daniel Oyston helps people boost their marketing activity by developing an effective content creation strategy. In this podcast, Daniel dispels many of the concerns facing the novice including: finding topics to write about, understanding the various forms of content, using external writers and how to approach publishers to share your wisdom far and wide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

13. Are you charging enough 28.05.2014 32:37

Julia Bickerstaff shares tips on how to calculate, communicate and review your pricing. Australian listeners will have seen Julia on Channel 7's Business Builders show or ABC's Finance Quarter. Julia cites examples of pricing mistakes and exposes a couple of fascinating pricing secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12. Building a business in the bush 28.05.2014 18:29

If you've ever pondered going bush or are looking at new markets, Benita Bensch knows the ropes. From simple beginnings, Benita has built a great little niche business supporting those working from rural and remote locations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11. Starting a sideline business 28.05.2014 22:48

In this podcast, Nathan Huppatz, author of Making Money on eBay for Dummies and an ecommerce expert with stacks of runs on the board, shares his tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10. Starting, growing & writing a successful blog 28.05.2014 38:03

Paul Wallbank's blog has been a finalist in the Business Blog Awards, he's authored seven books, including an Australian Dummies guide for PCs, Internet and Laptops and is a prolific writer and broadcaster. He shares his tips to stay relevant and consistent as a business blogger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9. Getting a foot in the door 28.05.2014 35:30

With the speed of business constantly accelerating and the channels of communication expanding, how do we get the attention of a prospect and ease our foot in the door? Sales and presentation expert, Steve Herzberg shares his tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8. Are you wasting time on social media? 28.05.2014 32:28

Troy Dean is a musician, voiceover artist, wordpress plug-in creator, online marketer, website designer and developer, and a blogger. Yes Troy has his fingers in lots of pies, but one thing he doesn’t do is waste time on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6. Finding, grabbing and working a niche 28.05.2014 34:30

Justin Tamsett began his health and fitness career before personal training was mainstream. In this podcast he shares how he started his niche and explains the workings of his very popular groups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5. Entering business awards. Is it worth the effort? 28.05.2014 30:21

Robert speaks with Valerie Khoo, journo, blogger, founder of the Australian Writers Centre and multiple small business award winner. Valerie shares her views of business awards and why she thinks entering is such a good discipline for business...whether you think you'll win or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices