Keeping it Business

Why You Should Have a CRM in Your Business (Customer Relationship Management) Both Simon and I discuss why having a CRM database is critical within business, and one of those foundational elements you should not be without. Prospect / Customer Details Qualifying Leads Sales Follow-Up Prioritising Sales Activities Owning Your Data Team Communication and Tracking Automation Workflows Lead Confidence...

Intelligent Phone Activity - A Powerful Form of Engagement Blog and Video of Simon Cox and me discussing - Does the Telephone Call still Work? - Procrastination, It doesn't work, Limiting Beliefs - Does it Deliver? - Cold Calling vs Informed Calling - Be Prepared - Script or No Script - Voicemail - Edutainment - Keep Records (Think CRM) - Existing Customers Info and Links Adam Payne FInstLM - New...

Intuition, Gut Feel and Business Decisions Do you let it decide for you, should you let it decide for you. We also talk briefly on Systemisation, Processes and Improvement Info and Links Adam Payne FInstLM - New Way Growth - Business Mentoring and Digital Marketing Agency We help UK Business Owners Build Stronger More Profitable Businesses covering... 🎯 Mastering Your Mindset 🎯 Business & Ma...

Sandy discusses her journey into Entrepreneurship and Business Ownership, covering... - Where did it all Start - Mentorship - Gut Feel - Human to Human - Freelancing - Elite PA Solutions - and much more Elite PA Solutions is an award winning virtual assistant agency working with clients throughout Warwickshire, the West Midlands and UK. They deliver bespoke PA services tailored to your needs...

Simon and Adam discuss the Pros and Cons of Networking, key takeaways include:- - Nerve-Racking - Don't Fall into the Sales Trap - Badge and Branding - Value Proposition - Set Goals - Online and Face to Face - Do's and Don'ts - Paying or Not? - Don't Sell Info and Links Adam Payne FInstLM - New Way Growth - Business Mentoring and Digital Marketing Agency We help UK Business Owners Build Stronger M...

Simon and Adam discuss pros and cons of Digital and Print Media Key Takeaways:- - Tactile Feel - Advantages / Disadvantages - Both Have their Place - Trust - Environmental Impact - Marketing Tactics - Welcome Break from Screen Time - Mailbox Excitement - Amendments Info and Links Adam Payne FInstLM  - Helping UK Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Navigate the Roller Coaster Ride of Being a Bus...

Luke, Simon and Adam discuss 'The Importance of Brand Consistency' within any business or group of businesses. Key points: - Brand Guide - Style Guide - Digital and Hard Copy - Tone, Content, Style, Signatures - Voice Info and Links Adam Payne FInstLM - New Way Growth - Business Mentoring and Digital Marketing Agency We help UK Business Owners Build Stronger More Profitable Businesses, we do this...

Interview with Luke Stokes owner of LW Digital, Starting up in a Pandemic, Building the Business and the Future. Key Points: - Train Driver - Vet (never been allowed a Dog) - Best Job in the World - Digital Advertising - Work Hard, Good People LW Digital is a Digital Marketing Agency that specialises in helping SMEs and Solopreneuers grow their businesses online through the use of Google Pay Per C...

Simon and Adam discuss the 'Challenge of Marketing Your Business If You're Small Business'  - Making Time  - Marketing is a Priority  - Increase the Visibility  - Resource and Capacity  - Measures, Measures, Measures.  - Test, Test, Test,   - Repurposing   Adam Payne FInstLM  - Helping UK Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Master Their Mindset, Manage Th...

Luke, Simon and myself discuss the in and outs of Digital Marketing and what puts businesses off utilising such a powerful tool and why they shouldn't fear it. Covering Social Media, Social Media Management and Pay-Per-Click Advertising. Key Takeaways  - Costs  - Time  - Knowledge/Expertise (lack of)  - Benefits (sometimes not understood)  - Reach   Info and Links Ada...

In this ‘Keeping it Business’ episode I talk with Matthew Sims, Counsellor, psychotherapist and holistic coach! Helping people get out of their own way, negative thoughts negative feelings and negative behaviours. Thoughts = Feelings = Behaviours - If this trio is affecting your life and wellbeing then Matthew will be able to help. “It is complete nonsense having the belief it is normal to feel cr...

Engaging in the Digital World - Do's and Don'ts (How not to do it from my side within the first few minutes, technical issue with Mic, thank you Kelly Frith for letting me know you ⭐) Luke, Simon and myself discussing some of the platforms, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc covering a range of topics - Approach - Response to Sponsored MEssages - Message, No Message - Chicken Feeders - Shop Front - Be  ...

In this ‘Keeping it Business’ episode I talk with Michelle and Becca, owners of Aspire Training Solutions - Giving workplaces the skills to have happier, healthier & more productive teams. Wellbeing assessments and evidence-based training by experienced and qualified experts. Becca & Michelle are both qualified psychological practitioners and adult educators, aspiring to turn workplace wel...

Simon, Luke and Adam discuss all things Twitter for Business, covering: Groups Twitter Hours Lists Tweetdeck Spaces (coming soon) If you'd like support with Twitter or any of the Social Media Channels book in a [FREE] Discussion Call here - bit.ly/APDiary Info and Links Adam Payne FInstLM  - Helping UK Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Build Stronger More Profitable Businesses - Turning your...

Social Media Platforms for Business Simon, Luke and I discuss the Pros and Cons of the Big 4 Social Media Platforms Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter NOT Clubhouse 😁😁 Info and Links Adam Payne FInstLM  - Helping UK Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Build Stronger More Profitable Businesses - Turning your Prospects Glance into a Stare, a Stare into a Commitment, a Commitment into a Custome...

In this ‘Keeping it Business’ episode I talk with the lovely Julie Widdowson, owner of Julie Widdowson Hypnotherapy. Julie is a fully qualified Hypnotherapist, Trainer, Intuitive, Shamanic Practitioner and Reiki Master with an established clinic working in the Stockport and Cheshire area.  She is passionate about helping people make positive changes in their lives – inspiring and motivating p...

In this ‘Keeping it Business’ episode I talk with the lovely Michelle Kehoe, owner of Leaf Organics and the font of all knowledge on CBD. As a fitness professional working in the sales & marketing industry she discovered CBD and the benefits this supplement gives. After years of researching and studying CBD she wanted to share her extensive knowledge and create a product that customers could t...

In this ‘Keeping it Business’ episode both Luke and I talk about Keeping Visible in the hardest of times. Key Points Paid Advertising Keeping Visible Test Things Social Media Useful Links and Info I'm Adam Payne - a  Multiple Small Business Owner, Accredited Business Mentor and Growth Coach,  Founder of The Business Growth Academy UK, Keeping it Business Podcast and #ManufacturingHour. I...

In this ‘Keeping it Business’ episode I talk with my good friend Simon Cox, Marketing Manager, Blogger, Podcaster, Radio Presenter and Business Network Leader. An experienced Marketing Manager with a background of working with several industries. Skilled in Business Development, Social Media, Training, Business, and Volunteering. Founder of the Kettering Business Network and Kettering Awards, Foun...

In this ‘Keeping it Business’ episode I talk about ‘How to Start Podcasting’. Podcast listenership continues to grow, and is in its early phases within the UK, in my opinion. As an interesting stat, the number of Americans listening to podcasts every week increased 175% over the last five years, with roughly 90 million listening to a podcast each month. 15 million for the UK but growing, estimated...

Facebook recording of the #fivethritylive 'A Guide to Youtube Advertising' with Luke and myself. Key Discussion Points: -  What is Youtube Advertising Advertising Types (Skippable, Non-Skippable, Discovery, Non Video Ads) Targeting Options Different Audiences Drive Sales & Leads Be seen where everyone is watching and reach the people who matter the most. Reach the Right Customers. Attract New Cust...

Luke and I discussing all the basic of Google Display Ads, content covering What are Google Display Ads Eye catching Banner Adverts On Websites “Google Display Networks” Get in front of new potential customers or previous website visitors Purposes: Awareness, Consideration, Sales/Leads. CPC Method: manual Methods, Setting your own bids and budget. Info and Links Business Growth Academy and Coachin...

Luke (LW Digital) and myself discussing Facebook Advertising Key Takeaways: What is Facebook Advertising? Interests, Demographics, Locations Placements Types of Campaign Budget and Scheduling Testing With an estimated 2.7 billion users worldwide, Facebook is the largest social media platform on the planet. Whilst users tend to use the platform for sharing interesting content and posting informatio...

Luke (LW Digital) and myself discussing the basics of 'Google Search Advertising'  Key Takeaways:  What is Google Search Advertising?  Breaking down a 'Search Ad'  The 'Google Ad Process'  Where, How Much, Which & What of Ads  Understanding the 'Google Ads Auction'  Google Search, Search Engine Marketing (SEM) or Paid Search Marketing refers to the sponsored results that appear at the top of any G...

#fivethritylive recording of Luke (LW Digital) and Myself (Business Growth Academy and Coaching) discussing all the basics of 'Google My Business'.  Local Search Advertising Via Google My Business enables your business to stand out online against your local competitors. By choosing this service, you will enable your business to appear within Google Maps, Google Reviews & Google Images.  These Goog...