Matt Deseno
HighLevel Hot Takes
Hi, I'm Matt, and I'm so happy you stopped by my channel! In January 2019, we began using HighLevel for our agency and for hundreds of local businesses. Since then we've helped thousands of agencies and thousands of local businesses launch and grow with HighLevel. On this podcast, I'm going to share as much as I can to help you grow and enjoy HighLevel. So if you’re an entrepreneur or business owner looking to take advantage of this awesome tool, you’re in the right place! Be sure to follow so you never miss an episode!
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Episodes
HighLevel Hot Takes with Will Hamilton: How Will Made Sales Even Before the HighLevel Summit Started 06.12.2023 8:10
If there’s someone who got extremely lucky during the event, today’s guest would be on top of the list. In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Will Hamilton, a course producer turned SaaSpreneur. Will shares his HighLevel journey and how he's been using it to achieve the life he wants. He also talks about his $500 sale during our pre-summit event, the SaaS Launch Live 2023, an...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Troy Scott: The Power of Niching Down 06.12.2023 2:33
Do you have tons of ideas running through your mind on what you can do with HighLevel? Well, here’s something for you to consider. In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Troy Scott, an entrepreneur who runs an artificial turf installing company. Troy shares how he found HighLevel and started leveraging it to grow his artificial turf business, his biggest aha moment from the summit...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Shawn Greenway: Sell the Future Instead of the Features 06.12.2023 7:15
With all there is in HighLevel, knowing where to start can be quite overwhelming. But today’s guest has cut through the noise. In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Shawn Greenway, the CEO of FormWise, a low-code, no-code AI platform for SaaSpreneurs. Today, Shawn shares his #1 tip for getting bigger in the SaaS landscape and why you should focus on selling the future instead of...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Scott Bishop: Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone 04.12.2023 3:22
Do you want to take your business to the next level? You’ll learn a thing or two from today’s guest, who made his biggest aha moment during this year’s HighLevel summit. In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Scott Bishop, who has been doing web design and SEO for 15 years, and now he finally dares to go all in. Scott shares why he attended the summit, his favorite from the event,...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Robin Herndon: Leveraging HighLevel to Grow Your Brand 04.12.2023 3:45
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Robin Herndon, a real estate, credit, and business coach. Robin shares how he found HighLevel through one of this year’s HighLevel summit speakers, Billy Gene, and how that recommendation allowed him to grow his multiple brands all in one platform. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) How Robin found HighLevel (00:43) Robin’s fa...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Ray Brehm: Building a Recurring Revenue Business Model the Smart Way 04.12.2023 13:53
Do you want to build continuity in your business? Today, I am joined by Ray Brehm for another episode of HighLevel Hot Takes. Ray gets into the details of how he’s able to build a recurring revenue business model by leveraging external HighLevel support like our HL Pro Tools. He also shares valuable tips for closing high-ticket deals through webinars, and SaaSpreneurship allows him to be present w...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Mouneeb Shahid: How to Make the Most Out of HighLevel 04.12.2023 3:47
How can HighLevel help your agency scale up? That’s what came into today’s guest’s mind. In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Mouneeb Shahid, the owner of a 20-year-old agency specializing in website and app development. Mouneeb shares some of his favorite feature updates from the recently concluded HighLevel summit and his biggest advice for those who want to jump into HighLeve...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Molly Mahoney: How Not to Get Overwhelm When Starting HighLevel 01.12.2023 9:49
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Molly Mahoney, a fellow Californian and one of the speakers from the HighLevel summit. Molly did a bit of a backstory on how she started in her HighLevel journey–how she started emceeing at a HighLevel event and finally signed up as a member. She also shares her experience as a speaker on stage and her talk on an AI social-selling system. Add...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Mike Cooper: How Insurance Agents Can Utilize the HighLevel Platform 01.12.2023 9:06
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Mike Cooper, an agency owner and one of my former mastermind groupmates. Today, Mike shares how he rebuilt his insurance business with HighLevel after losing two years' worth of customer data from a failed partnership. Although he doesn’t consider himself tech-savvy, Mike dived into HighLevel to start his own agency and explains how he us...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Michel Rodriguez: One-to-One vs. One-to-Many Marketing Framework 01.12.2023 4:51
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I am joined by Michel Rodriguez, an entrepreneur in the lending space who is now doing SaaSpreneurship with HighLevel. Michel talks about his biggest aha moments from the HighLevel summit. Unlike his old one-to-one marketing strategy, he underscores the one-to-many marketing solution and how it can fast-track his business growth. He also shares his end goals...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Matthew Elmer: Increasing Awareness of Your Brand or Offer with Paid Advertising 01.12.2023 17:40
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Matthew Elmer, a serial entrepreneur who went from watching his company fail to building anew with HighLevel, which made $70K in revenue in 7 months. Today, Matthew shares how he uses HighLevel to build recurring revenues for his business and his tips for those starting. Matthew and Matt also discuss why paid advertising is an excellent lever...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Matei Parvu: Outsourced Support and Customer Success for Agencies 30.11.2023 11:07
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I speak with Matei Parvu, an agency owner who generates appointments for pool construction companies. If a lead doesn’t generate an appointment, they follow up on the backend with conversational AI. He shares his transition from his previous pool construction business to an agency. The biggest reason is the better margins in the agency business with fewer h...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Mark Marley: What Impact Will AI Have On Customer Support? 30.11.2023 7:09
Mark found HighLevel after selling a company he had spent three decades building. As someone deeply involved in technology and integrations, he recognized the value of HighLevel for his coaching business. Two years ago, Mark jumped on board with HighLevel and has since found it to be an open and valuable platform for his business. In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, Mark and I discuss the evo...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Mark Helton: Unveiling the Power of HighLevel and Hot Prospector 30.11.2023 6:02
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Mark Helton to delve into the incredible sales automation tool - Hot Prospector What sets Hot Prospector apart? Mark explains that it's a sales automation tool with a specific focus on outreach. Whether you're making cold calls or following up on leads from Facebook ad campaigns, Hot Prospector's multi-line...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Marcus Mcgehee: AI Revolution in Marketing and Consulting 30.11.2023 8:42
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I speak with Marcus Mcgehee, an agency owner, AI consultant, and among the very first people to create a course using ChatGPT. Marcus shares his personal experience of using conversational AI to expand his own marketing perspective. He discussed how integrating AI tools allowed him to explore new avenues and enhance his strategies. Tune in! Key Takeaways: -...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Manuel Amaro: Empowering Local Business Owners In The Spanish Speaking Market 29.11.2023 4:57
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I speak with Manuel Amaro. He was introduced to HighLevel on a flight and has not looked back since. Manuel couldn't help but be impressed by the constant evolution of the HighLevel platform. The release of WhatsApp integration for business stood out as a game-changer. However, he says the sheer volume of features can be overwhelming, emphasizing the l...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Lori Fudens: Transforming the Beauty Business with HighLevel 29.11.2023 2:38
Professionals from diverse industries are tapping into the power of platforms like HighLevel to elevate their businesses. One such success story comes from Lori Fudens, a seasoned educator in the beauty industry associated with the renowned L'Oreal brand. As an educator, she realized the potential of creating digital products to assist fellow stylists and salon owners. With the guidance of her...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Keaton Walker: Scaling A Business with A Clear Vision and The Right People 29.11.2023 29:15
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I engaged in a candid conversation with Keaton Walker about business challenges, personal growth, and the art of decision-making. We delved into topics ranging from parenting experiences to pivotal moments in entrepreneurship. The key takeaways from the discussion were the importance of finding the right people for your business, low-friction acquisition, an...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Josh Martenson: The Most Effective Way to Build a Community 29.11.2023 14:40
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Josh Martenson, an agency owner serving med spas. Josh, a seasoned musician turned entrepreneur, stumbled upon HighLevel three years ago while seeking an efficient solution to manage his music teaching business. HighLevel, with its comprehensive CRM capabilities, soon became the ultimate tool for transforming marketing ideas into swift implem...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Jorge Veramendi: How to Dominate in a Market with Lesser Competition 28.11.2023 5:13
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Jorge Veramendi, an agency owner based in Peru. Jorge shares how he achieved the same success from his 3-year-old digital marketing agency with his 7-month-old SaaS business. He also delves into how he uses referrals to grow his SaaS business and his insightful tips for those starting with HighLevel, especially in non-American countries with...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Jonah Korchin: Why Marketing is 80% of Your Success 28.11.2023 5:59
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with a real estate investor and agency owner, Jonah Korchin. Jonah shares why, as agency owners, you should focus more on marketing rather than the product itself. He also talks about some key takeaways from the HighLevel summit and how he’s leveraging them, especially the AI bot, to grow his business and make more money. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaw...
HighLevel Hot Takes with John Logar: How to Sell HighLevel EASILY 28.11.2023 13:28
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I speak with John Logar, an Australian digital marketing icon who works with agencies to scale their businesses. With a deeper understanding of the digital landscape, John shares his #1 tip in selling HighLevel, emphasizing the value of showing the product's functions to your customers. John and I also delve into scaling a SaaS business and the future o...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Johann Nogueira: How to Find the Best People to Work in Your Business 28.11.2023 8:37
Growing a business is more than just finding the best tools; it’s also finding quality people to work in your business. In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, Johann Nogueira, a Melbourne-based entrepreneur, and I talk about how I had tremendous business growth and how part of that success was hiring the industry's top performers and nurturing their development. Johann also shares how he’s le...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Joe Tran: Focus on the End Goal, Not the Tool 27.11.2023 4:47
In this episode of HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Joe Tran, one of the first users of HighLevel. Joe shares the truth about being a part of the HighLevel community, what sets it apart from the others, and his biggest advice to those starting, especially when it comes to lead organization. Tune in now for more! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) How Joe found HighLevel (00:51) What Joe think...
HighLevel Hot Takes with Jody Milward: Hugging the Cactus 27.11.2023 5:20
Do you feel overwhelmed with your transition to HighLevel? This episode’s guest has the perfect advice for those just starting. In this episode with HighLevel Hot Takes, I sit down with Jody Milward, a digital marketing and Facebook ad specialist. Today, Jody shares the new HighLevel features that stood out from the event and how to transition from another platform to HighLevel, highlighting the v...
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