SoTellUs Time
252 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★ - 10 ratingsSoTellUs Time is a podcast for business owners and entrepreneurs wanting to learn how to grow their business from the basics all the way to the advanced from the latest technics and technologies. Together the hosts of SoTellUs Time have over 40 years of marketing experience from start ups to $100,000,000 companies. They have started several successful 7 figure companies and advised thousands of companies in 19 countries generating hundreds of millions in revenue.
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Episodes
Brand The Experience - Ep. 150
February 08, 2022 09:30 - 22 minutes - 24.9 MBToday we are going to be talking about how the experience sells your product or service better than the specifications or details.
Are You Prepared - Ep. 149
February 01, 2022 09:30 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBWe just finished the first month of the year and we are just a few months away from tax deadlines. Today we are going to talk about a few ideas that can help you prepare now for next year’s taxes.
Creating the Right Rituals - Ep. 148
January 25, 2022 09:30 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBWe all have rituals in our lives, whether we recognize them or not. As business owners, we need to make sure that we have the right rituals that will help us be successful in our business and life. Why are rituals important? Changing our Rituals
What's Your Funnel - Ep. 147
January 18, 2022 09:30 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBEvery business needs a funnel that their prospects and clients go through. Now we are not just talking about a website funnel but a business funnel that moves your clients through the customer journey.
More! - Ep. 146
January 11, 2022 09:30 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBAs entrepreneurs, we have a desire for more. We are not happy being still. We are happiest when we are moving forward and making progress. A 9 to 5 job controlled by someone else feels like death! This is what drives us to work 100 hours for ourselves instead of working 40 hours for someone else. This keeps us motivated those late nights and long hours while we build something we can call our own. The problem with this entrepreneurial personality is that we don’t know when it’s enough. We ge...
The Hammer - Ep.145
January 04, 2022 09:30 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBSometimes in business, we get really good at using one tool so it becomes our go-to for everything. If you are a hammer, every problem looks like a nail. To be a successful business owner, you need to be well-rounded and face your weaknesses head-on.
Consistency is Key! - Ep. 144
December 28, 2021 09:30 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBOne of the mistakes that business owners often make is being too quick to change course. They start something new in their business and quit before it ever has time to make a difference. Here are some areas in your business where you need to exercise consistency.
Giving Back 2021 - Ep. 143
December 21, 2021 09:30 - 19 minutes - 18 MBThis is the time of year when people tend to focus on Giving. So today we are going to talk about how you can give with your business… Employees What are you doing this year? How excited is your team about it? We have our team share ideas of what they would like to do for a company party and we always make it fun! Did you get their input? Do you give out bonuses? We always give a year-end bonus based on each employees efforts in the past year Do you give out thoughtful gifts...
The Power of Paper and Pen - Ep.142
December 14, 2021 09:30 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBMost businesses today are so focused on digital marketing that they have forgotten the power of paper and pen. Today we are going to focus on a few physical ways to reach potential customers.
The Missing Piece - Ep. 141
December 07, 2021 09:30 - 10 minutes - 9.46 MBSometimes we need to look at our business like a puzzle with multiple pieces. Most people start a puzzle by focusing on the outside pieces first and work their way in, but when it comes to a successful business you need to start with the core piece which is your actual product or service.
I Promise - Ep. 140
November 30, 2021 09:30 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBOne of the fastest ways to lose clients and ruin your reputation is to over promise and under deliver.
Are You Listening? - Ep.139
November 23, 2021 09:30 - 27 minutes - 25 MBI can’t tell you how many times I have heard a business owner tell me that they wished they could read their customers' minds to find out exactly what they wanted so that they could provide them with the perfect experience. Guess what, you don’t need to be psychic to find out what they want…just ask them.
Why or How - Ep. 138
November 16, 2021 09:30 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBEvery successful company needs a “Why” person and a “How” person. Now, what does this mean? Let's Discuss
“I Can...But I Won’t” - Ep. 137
November 09, 2021 09:30 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBOne of the worst things we can do is trick ourselves into thinking that we can do something ourselves so why would I pay someone else or purchase something that would automate the process.
Short Term Profits - Ep. 136
November 02, 2021 08:30 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBEvery business owner would love to charge more for their services but sometimes you can sacrifice long-term loyalty for a short-term profit.
Why? - Ep. 135
October 26, 2021 08:30 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBToo many times in marketing we focus on the details of what we do vs why we do it. Normally customers don’t really care what we are doing, they are just interested in why we do it and how it benefits them.
You’re Hired! - Ep. 134
October 19, 2021 08:30 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBWe have talked to thousands of business owners in the past two months and one issue that keeps coming up is how to hire good employees. Today, we are going to give you a couple of tips to attract new employees and to make sure you keep the great ones you already have.
Don't Wait - Ep. 133
October 12, 2021 08:30 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBOne of the worst things you can do is delay taking action on the things that will improve your business.
Can You Hear Me - Ep. 132
October 05, 2021 08:30 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBFacebook is down and instagram is down. Is your business dependent on Facebook and Instagram? Well what happens when Facebook is down and Instagram is down. You can't depend of just social media to communicate and market to your customers and potential customers. Communication with your customers is critical for any business, so you need to make sure that you have multiple ways to reach your customers and make sure you do it in the way that they prefer.
What's the Purpose - Ep. 131
September 28, 2021 08:30 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBToday we are going to talk about your website and determine what its purpose is and does it actually fulfill its purpose.
The Right Call to Action - Ep. 130
September 21, 2021 08:30 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBOne of the biggest mistakes we see when it comes to marketing and especially business websites is that they do not have an effective Call to Action. Today we are going to teach you what a call to action is and how to create an effective one that will drive more sales.
Start Chatting - Ep. 129
September 14, 2021 08:30 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBOne of the biggest communication tools home service businesses are missing is webchat on their website. Warning! Don’t stop listening just because you cannot sit in front of a computer all day waiting for someone to chat with you. We can show you how you can chat from anywhere in the world!
Sweat Equity - Ep. 128
September 07, 2021 08:30 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBWhen you're wanting to learn how to grow a business "sweat Equity" plays a big part in having success. Now don't think this is only a conversation for start up companies looking at how to grow a business, this applies to companies of all sizes. Let's discuss the what sweat equity is and the benefits it has when wanting to learn how to grow a business.
Don’t Put the Cart Before the Horse - Ep. 127
August 31, 2021 08:30 - 22 minutes - 21 MBSometimes in business we feel like we are so far behind that we think we need to do everything all at once when it comes to automation, marketing, etc. You can’t do everything at once, so you need a roadmap to success.
Go No Go - Ep.126
August 24, 2021 08:30 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBSometimes in business we cannot get all of the facts and data upfront when it comes to marketing so we have to make a decision on the fly. Today we are going to talk about how to do that.
Smart Goals - Ep. 125
August 17, 2021 08:30 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MBDo you ever feel like you're working hard but going nowhere? Do you feel like you never get anything done? You need to start setting SMART Goals.
Don't Compete...Create! - Ep.124
August 10, 2021 08:30 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBAre you tired of competing with your competitors? Is your business struggling because you don’t have the budget, resources, or reputation that your competitors have? Guess what…you don’t have to Compete if you Create!
Get More Done - Ep. 123
August 03, 2021 08:30 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBWhat if I told you that I can help you get 22 additional days of work done in the next 90 days, what would you be willing to do to make that happen? How much would your business grow if you were able to pull an additional 22 days of work from the next 3 months?
Sell The Dream - Ep. 122
July 27, 2021 08:30 - 8 minutes - 7.74 MBNo one wants your products or services. What they want are the results your product or service gives them.
Watch Your Six Pack - Ep.121
July 20, 2021 08:30 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBIn flying there are six gauges you are constantly checking to make sure you are staying on course. In business we have the most important things that we should be constantly checking to make sure we are on course. Today on SoTellUs Time, the number one business basics show, we discuss different gauges and when to monitor and when to ignore. Let's get started
Eat Your Own Dog Food - Ep. 120
July 13, 2021 08:30 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBAre you one of those companies that doesn't use their own products or services? Maybe you have a specific service that you don't use but you sell it to clients all the time.Today on SotellUs Time the #1 business 101 marketing show, we discuss "Eating your own dog food". We will share with you why this method is a must and could affect the success of your business.
What is Success - Ep.119
July 06, 2021 08:30 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBWhat does success look like for you? Most people think that success is money but that is not always true. Let's get to the roots of what success really means to you.
Fail Forward Fast - Ep. 118
June 29, 2021 08:30 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBThe secret to success is failing fast and always moving forward. Michael Jordan, one of the greatest basketball players of all time once said: “I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed.”
Replicate Yourself - Ep.117
June 22, 2021 08:30 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBAs your business grows you are going to need to hire but how do you make sure that your new employees maintain the same standard of service you have provided.
Don't Bug Them - Ep 116
June 15, 2021 08:30 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBSometimes in business we want to be so good at communicating with our customers that we end up just bugging them until they go away. Over communication can be a bad thing.
The Babe Ruth Approach - Ep. 115
June 08, 2021 08:30 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBBabe Ruth held the record for most homeruns for 39 years with 714 home runs. He also held the record for the most strikeouts for 29 years with 1,330 career strikeouts. It is in our nature to “swing for the fences” or “Go Big” but when it comes to business, if we want a long lasting business with continued growth, consistency is the key.
Money, Money, Money - Ep. 114
June 01, 2021 08:30 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBAre you making smart decisions for the future or are you getting caught up in the crazy spending. Let's discuss the following: 1. Economy 2. Purchases 3. What are you doing with your profits
Hunger Not Handouts - Ep. 113
May 25, 2021 08:30 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBWhen something is earned, it’s often the safest way to get what you want; something that is received free of charge is seldom valued. Today we discuss: 1. Funding 2. Free Trials 3. Employees
Balance - Ep. 112
May 18, 2021 08:30 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBThe best part about being an entrepreneur is that you are your own boss. The worst part about being an entrepreneur is that you are your own boss. Summer is coming which means vacations, kids running around the house and overall more distractions. Two sides to the coin How to find balance this summer Group 1 Group 2
Daniel Dixon - Ep.111
May 11, 2021 08:30 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MBDaniel became the CEO of Service Moxie in May 2019. Prior to becoming the leader of Service Moxie, Daniel served as a military officer in the United States Air Force and worked in corporate America as a business consultant for a nationally recognized consulting firm. During his time as a consultant, Daniel founded a carpet cleaning business and really found a passion for entrepreneurship and small business. Today we discuss: Biggest issues in small business Mistakes when marketing a servi...
Strength vs Weakness - Ep. 110
May 04, 2021 08:30 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBWhy do we spend so much time working on things we are not good at? Instead of play to our strengths we focus on our weaknesses. Today we are going to discuss how to identify your weakness vs your strength and how to make sure you focus your time on what you do best.
Giving Back - Ep.109
April 27, 2021 08:30 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBA great way to earn instant trust and credibility is to set up a Give Back program in your company. For example, Toms Shoes - Donate a pair of shoes for every pair that is purchased. Also, Cleaning for a Reason - Provides a free house cleaning for cancer patients going through Chemo. Let's discuss how to grow a business...
Why Say No - Ep. 108
April 20, 2021 08:30 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBMost people want to take the path of least resistance. However this is usually not the path to have the greatest success. Today we talk about a company that in their first 16 months of business they generated 1.3 million. Theri competitors know exactly what they are doing, however they don't want to put the wok in. Let's discuss...
Build Them Up - Ep. 107
April 13, 2021 08:30 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBSometimes as owners we have a tendency to point out our employees mistakes but never acknowledge what they do right. In fact, sometimes when we give praise we feel the need to add a “But…” on the end to try and teach them. We need to build them up if we want them to be better employees. Let's talk how to grow a business
What's Your Snow Plow - Ep. 106
April 06, 2021 08:30 - 17 minutes - 16 MBAs business owners we often get in the way of our own success. Instead of letting the snow plow clear the snow for us we hook a chain to it and and slam on our breaks snowing it down. Today we will discuss how to get out of our own way and let our business grow! It's business 101 on SoTellUs Time.
Something's Broken - Ep. 105
March 30, 2021 08:30 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBAll to often as business owners we want to act like everything is perfect. We have blinders and ignore the problems in our business. Business 101 tells us that ignoring the issues will hurt our companies. If this is true then why do so many companies struggle to fix their issues? Today on SoTellUs time we are going to discuss how to recognize and fix the problems. Don't lose business over small issues that cost big bucks! Let's get started...
Multi-Step Marketing - Ep. 104
March 23, 2021 08:30 - 20 minutes - 19 MBMost of the marketing that businesses use try to get people to take action right away. Most people do not take action on the first piece of marketing they receive from a business. Most businesses stop after touching a potential customer once.
The Decoy Offer - Ep.103
March 16, 2021 08:30 - 13 minutes - 12 MBLet's talk some business basics 101. You never want a potential client to have to make a decision, you want them to make a choice. If you don't have a decoy offer you are missing out on business.
Cut It Loose! - Ep. 102
March 09, 2021 17:49 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBOn Today's show of SoTellus Time where we discuss business basics we focus on "Cut It Loose!". What do you need to cut loose that is wasting time, energy, money or your happiness? We have examples from some of the most successful people in the world on how they "Cut It Loose". Let's discuss some business basics...
How To Stop Them - Ep.101
March 02, 2021 09:30 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBHow to stop your prospects in their tracks with interruption marketing and break their train of thought with a question or bold statement. On today's show we go beyond the business basics to get your mind thinking "How do I stop them in their track?". Let's get started...