Neil Wilkins Podcast

Having a number of key performance indicators (KPIs) that give you early warning of unexpected performance of your most critical success factors, ensures you keep control of your business and marketing performance. In this webinar recording I help you to uncover what to measure and watch from the myriad of things you could track.  Watch the video

In this 'fly on the wall' glimpse into a recent digital marketing workshop, I talk about some of the most significant social media trends in 2020. These include the power of micro-influencers and the importance of including your stance on sustainability and ethics. There's lots more in this short burst of important considerations when you plan your digital content strategy and even your next tweet...

A Rising Tide Will Lift All Boats : quote from New England Council and attributed widely to John F Kennedy. This is a wonderful quote when applied to self awareness and personal development because it reminds us we can take accountability for how we think and behave around others. Positive thoughts and behaviours will lift others and encourage them to follow suit. Negative thoughts and behaviours...

I have been experimenting with various forms of self hypnosis, progressive relaxation and meditation techniques for the last 40 years and have recently come to the realisation that these things are not about visualisation, self coaching or in fact, anything that relates to doing. Meditation to me is about being, rather than doing. All of these other techniques are very much about doing but meditat...

A webinar (sorry about the poor sound quality on this episode) introducing you to the vast array of market research tools and how to use them in strategic and tactical marketing. To watch the presentation that accompanied this podcast, watch on YouTube

We know that every person and every business should be committed to reversing climate change, behaving ethically and sustainably, so why are very few of us taking action? Is it a case of 'it's not my problem', or perhaps 'what difference can I make'? The answer is that each and every one of us, be it personally or in our business, has a moral obligation to share the value we have to offer. Here I...

Emerging generations are calling into question the traditional ways we do business which has historically focused on profit generation to the detriment of everything else. They rightly want to know what’s in it for them. They want to associate with brands that are serving delivering real value and operating to a higher purpose, are sustainable, ethical and mindful in everything they do.  In t...

There's never been a better time to optimise your Linkedin profile and feed it with current, relevant and informed content. In this video I share some of the current best practice to help you fuel your Linkedin activities. Shared in association with Sales Training International  

Here's an interesting attempt to convey the art of body language (a very visual thing) by way of a podcast (a very audible thing). But let's try. Enjoy some interesting ideas about body mirroring, posture and stance, eye movement and my personal favourite, hand positions. If you are intrigued to see more then visit neilwilkins.online to see some images that support this fascinating subject and som...

In this episode of a webinar I gave to a group of marketers, I explain how the term social marketing has been increasingly misunderstood at all levels. Social marketing is all about encouraging behaviour change (for social good) and not simply about using social networks for your marketing.  Have a listen and see what you can take from some well established methods of social marketing, whatev...

In this episode I interview Dave Rotheroe, Founder of Viral by Design. Dave is a serial entrepreneur and grows his own and client businesses by formulaic marketing. Dave shares how creating a formula within a business for how to market to customers most effectively, and then replicating this success, is the best way to drive your business growth. If you are growing your business in 2020 this episo...

We don't need evidence, other's opinions, facts or support making decisions, because doing the right thing is always the right thing. I'm learning and practicing how to make decisions from my heart rather than always through my mind and I'm finding this approach has a really positive impact on people and situations around me. I'd love to hear how you find it if you practice this technique, because...

For success in business in 2020 it's vital we are leading by evidence and leading by example. In this podcast, a recording of a webinar I delivered to a group of marketers, I talk about the things you can do to create a balanced self development plan incorporating technical skills and appropriate behaviours. It's all about developing and practicing great daily habits. Let me know what you think.

Would you like to be interviewed by me on the Neil Wilkins Podcast ? Or perhaps you'd like us to record a 'fireside chat' style conversation about a particular topic that you feel would be of interest to the world. This is an open invitation to be part of my podcast, either before Christmas or in the schedule of interviews in a new program through 2020. Simply reply or DM me or email me at mail@ne...

A brilliant quote from Gary Vaynerchuk in a recent podcast made me think about how we can apply the building of self esteem in others by applying context, reality and capability, rather than over optimism to the point of delusion. In this short podcast, I reflect on how it is far better to help others become more self aware and motivated than it is setting false hope. Let me know what you think.

If you are starting your weekend feeling stressed because of a project which maybe isn't flowing or people working in it are not performing. I have a little technique which might put your mind into a better space and help you to focus on what's really important in your project. I call it the 8 Ss of Project Management. In this short podcast I will tell you about the 8 elements and I'd love to hear...

In this podcast (apologies for the not-so-great sound quality), I share my Project Management 8Ss checklist. I hope this will ensure you catch everything you need to do as you execute an exceptional next project. Scenario - project context and need Stakeholders - direct and indirect stakeholders Strategy - priority and ultimate value Setting - critical path, key performance indicators Software - m...

Apple Podcasts are here and you should start today, to embrace this exciting marketing channel. Earlier this year I predicted that audio (and podcasts specifically) would be a key marketing tool you should focus on. Did you listen?  If you did, then you'll already be seeing great ROI from this free marketing content channel. If you didn't, then today, with the launch of Mac OS Catalina, is th...

We are all providing a digital customer experience if we are marketing a product, service or brand. This happens whether we are thinking about it or not. The most effective marketers and the businesses that have long term customer relationships with highest value to both customer and the business, are those who are driving digital experience. In other words, they are considering the channels, cont...

I will be taking Life Map by Neya to the Taster Day in association with Bristol Spiritual Collective, in Bristol on Saturday 16th November. This is your first opportunity to experience Life Map by Neya and learn how it can help you to craft the life you desire. The Taster Day will also feature Sonya's Energy Routines as well as tai chi, meditation, sound baths and more. Visit the event Facebook pa...

If you are at a crossroads, here's what you can do about it. Sonya and I discuss how we have observed that many people on, or considering, the Back to Your Roots (introducing Life Map by Neya) online course , are at a career, relationship or life crossroads. Crossroads are both exciting and daunting in equal measure. They can provide both opportunities and challenges. We believe the best way forwa...

In this episode I give you a 'fly on the wall' glimpse of what went on behind the scenes today in our workshop with EVF. The sound quality is not great but I hope you will get a feel for some of the exciting developments in how we are creating the Mindful Business Model and now positioning Purpose at the heart of the organisation framework for successful businesses of the future. We have moved Pro...

Creating or developing a mindful business is so hard to do. We all want to be part of an ethical and sustainable business that's working towards a higher purpose, but only a few of us are willing to put in the hard yards to make it happen. Why is this? I talked to a multi-national company today who by their own admittance are completely product-focused. The consequence of this is that they speak a...

I was asked to share my thoughts on how to identify, prioritise and begin to understand what processes a business might focus on improving. The conversation then evolved into how AI might add value to process improvement rather than become a threat to staff. I shared my view that I see AI as an opportunity to rid ourselves of the mundane to free up time to add value as intuitive and mindful humans...

If you are doing anything online you need to understand what's working and what's not as you build your digital profile through 2020. In this webinar I split out the three levels of digital analytics and give you some example tools you can use to ensure you listen and watch what's most important to achieve your goals. It's all about the Return on Investment of your time, budget and energy, and dig...