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How are you managing your passwords within your business? mark from m3 Networks explains everything you need to know about passwords Are you using a password manager? If not, time to listen to this episode... One of the most important issues when it comes to managing passwords in a business is creating and enforcing a password policy. This policy should require employees to create strong passwords...

Are you ready for windows 12? This bonus episode brings us an exciting update on the next big OS from Microsoft   While Windows 11 is only just celebrating its first birthday, we’re already hearing our first rumours about what Windows 12 will have in store. There’s no rush for the time being – we won’t see this new operating system until the back end of 2024 – but we love to be ready for what’s co...

Carrying On The Conversation about getting attention  that Wendy had with Lux Narayan Are you struggling to keep up with the chat in your live streams? We hope you managed to catch the most recent episode of "Making Conversations Count" in which Wendy spoke with Lux Narayan all about getting on top of the conversations in a live stream! In this bonus episode, Wendy and Neal discuss takeaways from...

Are you giving your live chat the correct structure? "So our plan is we change these live streams from a current scenario where 95% of the people are ignored to one where 95% of the people will be included. Where if someone has an answer to how are you feeling today? That answer is not going to be lost among 998 other people chatting the same thing." Lux Narayan, Making Conversations Count - Octob...

When did you last check your office 365 licenses? mark from m3 Networks explains that you might be overpaying for licenses that you don't even need! If you're unsure, Mark is here to enlighten you on all things Office 365 licensing... In case you didn't already know... (where have you been living?!) Office 365 is a subscription-based office software suite from Microsoft. It includes the applicatio...

Be careful when using Microsoft Teams to share sensitive data This bonus episode brings you a helpful caution around using Microsoft Teams   Microsoft Teams has fast become one of THE most useful business tools for the way we work today. No matter where your people work from, they can communicate and collaborate quickly and reliably. But this remote way of working can also open the door to some MA...

Ever wonder what happened to Saints star danny griffin? mark from m3 Networks chats to him and francis smith (Chief executive) from saints in the community Building stronger communities through sport education wellbeing outreach The m3 Networks Chosen Charity intiative If you've been listening to Techcess for a while, you'll know we have our chosen charity partners throughout the year. Every three...

Is that really Zoom you're downloading? This bonus episode brings you a helpful caution around downloading Zoom   When you think about tools for remote working and chatting online, one of the first names in your mind is Zoom. But its popularity has opened the door for cyber criminals. They’re using its name to steal sensitive data. Listen to learn about six sites that are lying to you to steal you...

Are you doing enough to defend and invest? mark from m3 Networks explains how you might be the dream business for cyber criminals to target! These cyber hackers are not kiddies playing around on computers anymore... When it comes to running a business, it can be stressful enough just keeping things ticking over. Throw in the constant threat of a cyber attack toppling things into the mix, and you'v...

Bosses think people do less when working from home This bonus episode brings you some interesting results from a survey conducted by Microsoft Microsoft  has become the leader of productivity over many decades. Can you imagine doing your day to day work without their software? So it’s no surprise the tech giant recently conducted a major new survey into productivity in the workplace – and some of...

Carrying On The Conversation about getting attention  that Wendy had with John Follis So what's your platform? What's your content poison? 10 seconds? 20 seconds?... We hope you managed to catch the most recent episode of "Making Conversations Count" in which Wendy spoke with John Follis all about getting attention for your brand! In this bonus episode, Wendy and Neal discuss takeaways from the re...

Is your stuff getting attention that it deserves? "What it does is it forces businesses to realize that people's attention span is very short. They probably are not going to listen or watch to a 30 minutes podcast, but they will listen to and watch a 30 second video." John Follis, Making Conversations Count - October 2022  Psst! Click if you want to read a transcript version of the episode Is your...

Is your stuff getting attention that it deserves? "What it does is it forces businesses to realize that people's attention span is very short. They probably are not going to listen or watch to a 30 minutes podcast, but they will listen to and watch a 30 second video." John Follis, Making Conversations Count - October 2022  Psst! Click if you want to read a transcript of the episode! Is your stuff...

Episode 103 is all about the thing we all crave - attention! John Follis will be chatting with us all about getting the brand messaging out there, to the right people, in the right place and in the right duration! Bit like my four R formula ... Catch the brand new episode on Thursday. Make sure you're following the podcast in your favourite player (we recommend Apple Podcasts ) so you never miss a...

Do you run a business? Well, we'd best run you through this guide to phishing then mark from m3 Networks explains everything you need to be aware of with phishing This week we're diving more deeply into phishing! In a recent episode, we talked you through the various types of phishing attacks you need to be aware of. Here's a link to listen if you haven't yet. https://www.techcesspodcast.com/do-yo...

How you can leverage Joe Rogan superpowers, ask better questions and enjoy better audiences on your podcast! To get hold of the super useful tool mentioned in this episode, click here. If you ask, how can I enjoy more success with my podcast, Marcus Sheridan is here to answer you! The recording and editing of podcast episodes is the easy part. The harder part is getting people to actually want to...

how android 13 will help your business This bonus episode brings great news for your business when it comes to mobiles We all use our phones for a lot more than sending messages and making the occasional call. And that means most of your staff are probably using their personal mobile for work now and then. Everyone does it. The downside of this is it puts your business data at risk. If it can be a...

Carrying On The Conversation about creating business opportunities  that Wendy had with Jonathan and Renee Have you held a lounge meeting with the kids and brainstormed some business opportunities yet? We hope you managed to catch the most recent episode of "Making Conversations Count" in which Wendy spoke with Jonathan and Renee and that you've had some inspiration for a new business venture? In...

I wasn't planning on publishing this one today, but I'm so staggered on this news story I couldn't resist. I literally felt like a plus-sized model chaser who's been getting head from Ashley Graham for two whole minutes. (Ok, I'd have probably felt like that closer to forty five seconds into it these days...) I had the audio up in Adobe Audition, and I was past the point of no return. And here we...

Thinking of starting a business? Why not drag the family in on it! "He (our son) pivoted out of our business pretty early on, I mean, still helps us, but he quickly found out that he could climb the ranks as far as making money."   Jonathan and Renee Harris, Making Conversations Count - September 2022    Sometimes life throws you lemons. But imagine how much easier life could be if you had an enti...

Thinking of starting a business? Why not drag the family in on it! "He (our son) pivoted out of our business pretty early on, I mean, still helps us, but he quickly found out that he could climb the ranks as far as making money."   Jonathan and Renee Harris, Making Conversations Count - September 2022    Sometimes life throws you lemons. But imagine how much easier life could be if you had an enti...

Our 102nd episode is bringing something for the family... Jonathan and Renee Harris are teaching us how we can grow a business involving the whole family! Catch the brand new episode on Thursday. Make sure you're following the podcast in your favourite player (we recommend Apple Podcasts ) so you never miss an episode. "Making Conversations Count" is a podcast from Making Conversations Count found...

We're going to tell you the 5 essential iT systems for your business mark from m3 Networks explains the absolute basics Ever wondered what kind of questions a competent and knowledgeable IT support company will ask? Last week we talked you through the question you need to ask to test the level of competency your chosen IT support provider has. Here's a link to listen if you haven't yet. https://ww...

We've been Making Conversations Count for more than 100 episodes Have you gone back and listened to all the actionable 'how to's? We're celebrating more than 100 episodes of this award-nominated podcast. In case you didn't know, the podcast is all about having real honest conversations with business leaders and entrepreneurs. And it's also celebrating the art of effective communication. As a highl...

Cloud server dangers This bonus episode brings a stark warning for anyone running a business using a cloud server If your business uses a cloud server, you absolutely need to listen to this episode! If you want to check out our full episodes, covering everything from how to protect your business from a phishing attack, through to how you can effectively manage your patching systems, check them out...