Growing Social Now with Barbara Rozgonyi

What we talked about . . .  The almighty algorithms How to maximize your ad budget What types of ads work best right now Why you need to be you When to trust the platform’s ad suggestions Who ChimeHouse Media helps the most Co-founded by Matt Shields and Megan Shields, ChimeHouse Media creates "done for you" Facebook & Instagram Ad strategies for solopreneurs and small businesses. Fo...

What we talked about . . .  - How Andrea initially grew her Facebook business page to nearly 200k without trying and how that's changed - The biggest mistake she's made in having a large social media platform - How Andrea got 70k TikTok followers in just a few months by just having fun last year, and why that doesn't matter - What she loves and hates about social media How they met...

  What we talked about: the intersection of business and politics why all leadership is change leadership how the Internet has seeped into every facet of our lives where digital natives are pushing society forward what is a ladder of engagement why  employee advocacy is some of the most powerful advocacy there how brands can respond and comment on social media without getting caught off guard it&a...

What we covered in this episode of "Growing Social Now" ~ Why you need a personal brand AND a leadership brand ~ Facts don't change behavior, there has to be an emotional connection ~ Where people are taking their dollars, time, and energy  ~ When CEOs need to take a stand  ~ What presentation skills will make any meeting more successful  ~ Why "quiet quitting" undervalues...

“It takes so much courage to get out there and share your message. Speaking is a marketing tool. It’s a muscle that needs to be strengthened today,” Jasmin says.  You will learn: How Jasmin used social media to grow her speaking business Top Social Media tips for speakers and consultants What is a legacy speaker? “We are building our legacy right at this moment” Jasmin Haley, MS   How did they mee...

What Does it Mean to be Real on Social Media? What you'll hear . . . Ways to get real on social media - even if you hate getting in front of a camera without good lighting and pro styling Why LinkedIn is THE network to fall in love with When to test out TikTok [hint: ASAP] Where short-form video performs the best     About Katie McKiever Katie McKiever has vast social media, communications, a...

What you'll hear about . . .  Shawna's incredible story of how she overcame health issues an 8-minute model for wellness you can implement today SEO marketing tips that will help you rank higher, faster About Shawna Coronado  An author and media host, Shawna Coronado educates on anti-inflammatory lifestyle, whole food cooking, and organic gardening. She is the creator of The 8 Minute Met...

What you'll learn . . . Why it's hard to make changes [hint: it's all in your head] What needs to happen to make a change  Where to start with very, very small changes What role does social media marketing play in a company  Lessons learned in 13 years of podcasting  How to be a good podcast guest Where to find sponsors  Trends shaping business now and what to do Five areas where sm...

What we covered . . .  How social media has evolved and why Allan thinks it's going to get more difficult. The ongoing battle of content thought leadership, and brand journalism and how to win more. What the mindset of today's top communicators reveals about the profession. Marketing and PR jobs have changed, so what skills do you need to succeed? Three rules for running and life. About...

First released in 2007, The New Rules of Marketing and PR   spent six months on the  BusinessWeek  bestseller list. Over the various editions,  New Rules sold more than 425,000 copies in English and is available in 29 languages from Albanian to Vietnamese. In the book, David provides a step-by-step plan for leveraging the power of technology to get your message seen and heard by the right people a...

Key Points Visuals matter Make it emotional Connect with values like ESG Build communities around groups like women entrepreneurs Differentiating between financial services firms and financial services influencers Why volunteering is essential About Chris McGuire, Director Of Client Growth and Engagement at McGuffin Creative Group, and President-Elect of AMA Chicago For more than two decades, Chri...

About Ted Gregorek . . .  As the CEO of T. Gregorek AV Consulting, Ted Gregorek delivers a mastery of A/V system flow schematics design and interpretation to every sound experience. Producing large-scale integration, wiring, and project management for multi-million dollar projects, clients include the Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis Children’s Museum $55 million Dinosphere exhibit, Marion Count...

Key Takeaways Four levels of podcasting and where to get started Why you need to invest in your passion What’s up with Twitter Spaces Where we’re going with Podcasting 2.0 and Web 3.0 101 The Value for Value Model from Adam Curry and John C Dvorak Meet Jennifer Navarrette, Podcast Producer, Virtual Event Producer, Content Strategist, Community Builder, Speaker, and Blockchain Enthusiast - one of t...

Beth refuses bland and boring. She guides individuals and organizations to string words into stories that motivate people to think, believe, and take action. That’s how business gets done. With extensive experience in corporate communication and change management, she gets results through creativity, good questions, and active listening. Beth is a communicator, leader, advisor, teacher, and illust...

About Elly Deutch Moody, McDonald's Digital Customer Satisfaction and Engagement Strategy Manager As a leader in the digital, social and mobile landscape, Elly Deutch Moody has provided her expertise to a diverse array of companies and brands – both large and small – on how to effectively create and execute fully integrated digital marketing strategies to drive business value. Over the last d...

Larry Long Jr is the Founder and CEO (Chief Energy Officer) of LLJR Enterprises, which focuses on sales motivation & inspiration, as well as team trainings. He is the host of the ‘Midweek Midday Motivational Minute’, and also Co-Founder and Lead Instructor of The Sales Allies, an online sales training course and supportive community designed to uplift sales professionals. As a former college a...

How did they meet? Barbara and Leslie first met via Social Media Club Chicago around 2009. A social media and marketing enthusiast, Leslie is the Head of Experiential Marketing at Morningstar, a leading provider of independent investment research in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Thanks to Leslie for this thoughtful and creative conversation!   Interview Themes: What We Talked About F...

In this episode, Terry covers: - The importance of video in nurturing business relationships - Why you should let your imagination run wild - What TV shows can teach you about timing - How to reinforce or repair trust - A little bit about Bitcoin and Blockchain About Terry Brock Terry Brock works with individuals and large organizations to leverage technology to build. mutually beneficial business...

About our Guests . . .  Stan Phelps CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, and workshop facilitator. He believes that today’s organizations must focus on a meaningful differentiated experience (DX) to win the hearts of both employees and customers. He is the founder of StanPhelpsSpeaks.com where he offers keynotes, workshops, and Goldfish Tank programs tha...

  Sharon McIntosh, President, And Then Communications Sharon McIntosh is president of  And Then Communications . With more than two decades of communications experience, Sharon has a passion for creating and executing new ideas to drive employee engagement at companies both large and small. Most recently Sharon served as PepsiCo’s vice president of Global Internal Communications, overseeing the co...

About our guest, Marty M. Fahncke, Investor and CEO of Adventurist Inspired Marketer For over 30 years, Marty M. Fahncke has been using his super-power to grow dozens of companies to revenues totaling well over a Billion dollars! What is Marty's Super Power? It's the ability to create money out of thin air in almost any business! Whether executing innovative marketing campaigns, uncoveri...

Pauline Wallin, PhD is a psychologist in central Pennsylvania. Sought out as a mental health expert commentator, Pauline is frequently quoted in major media, including, including CBS News, the Associated Press,  New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, USA Today, Redbook, Ladies Home Journal, Huffpost, Buzzfeed News , CNN, Yahoo News, USA Today, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Forbe...

About Our Guest: Stel Valavanis, CEO and Founder of onShore Security Internationally recognized Security thought leader Stel Valavanis leads a team of cybersecurity’s most trusted experts as CEO and Founder of onShore Security. The Chicago-headquartered managed security firm is relied upon by top-tier organizations across a variety of highly regulated and information-sensitive sectors including fi...

Daliah Saper is an Intellectual Property, Media & Entertainment, and Business Attorney who founded her namesake law firm, Saper Law, in 2005.  Daliah appears regularly on television news programs such as Fox News, CNBC, ABC News, and Bloomberg to provide commentary on internet law. Additionally, Daliah has been featured in digital publications including The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune,...

About our Guest, Jeannie Walters Jeannie Walters is the CEO/Founder of Experience Investigators™ by 360Connext, a global Customer Experience consulting firm. She has 20 years of experience helping companies improve loyalty and retention, employee engagement, and overall customer experience. Jeannie is a Certified Customer Experience Professional (CCXP,) a charter member of the Customer Experience...