Best Alan Berg Csp Global Speaking Fellow Podcasts (2025)

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Bill Cates - The Hidden Heist! 34:56

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1d ago34:56

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So many of our beliefs about wealth, success, and financial security are shaped by past experiences or stories we've unconsciously absorbed, but are they helping or holding us back? Are your financial habits based on old assumptions, or have you created a plan that actually serves your dreams? In this episode, I talk with Bill Cates, author of "The…

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Are you suffering from confirmation bias? 9:26

6d ago9:26

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Are you suffering from confirmation bias? Are you stuck looking for proof that the way you do things is right? When was the last time you challenged your own business habits, or asked if there might be a better way to respond to wedding inquiries or create new offerings? In this episode, I dig into confirmation bias—why we cling to familiar strateg…

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Do small things consistently every day over a long period of time! 12:06

13d ago12:06

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Do small things consistently every day over a long period of time. Are the big goals in your business or life starting to feel overwhelming? What if you could make real progress just by showing up a little bit each day? In this episode, I explore how small, consistent actions compound over time—whether you're learning a language, building a website…

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Jeffrey Shaw - Selling to the Luxury Buyer 39:55

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Jeffrey Shaw - Selling to the Luxury Buyer Are you truly embodying the world your high-end clients live in, or are you just hoping for big sales without understanding their mindset? What’s the difference between offering luxury and simply chasing money? Tune in for real strategies to upgrade your approach, understand your unique perspective, and se…

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What you want vs what you need! 12:01

20d ago12:01

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Are you chasing more leads when you should be chasing better results from the ones you already have? What if improved follow up, not just more inquiries, could be the key to growing your wedding business profits? In this episode, I share why focusing on conversion—not quantity—might be what your business truly needs and how systems, automation, or …

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Are you adding sludge to your sales process? 12:35

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How much effort does it really take for your customers to do business with you? Are you asking for too much information up front, hiding fees, or making simple tasks needlessly complicated? In this episode, I dig into the ways we unintentionally add friction—“sludge”—that drives prospective customers away, and share strategies for making it easier …

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Clint Pulver - I Love It Here! 40:27

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Are you creating a place where your team loves to work… or just shows up for a paycheck? What moments of mentorship are you providing? What do your employees say about their jobs when you’re not around? In this episode, I share research and insights on how meaningful connection, advocacy, and purposeful recognition lead to loyal teams and lasting r…

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Which of these 3 salesperson types are you? 12:53

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Which of these 3 salesperson types are you? Do you truly think like an owner when it comes to selling your services, or are you simply "punching the clock"? What happens when you empower your team with both responsibility and authority? In this episode, I explore the three kinds of salespeople you might encounter (or be yourself), why it matters fo…

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Are you ever going to change the way you respond to inquiries? 10:19

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Are you ever going to change the way you respond to inquiries? Are you still responding to inquiries the same way you did years ago? Have you ever wondered if pushing for that phone call or venue tour might be costing you leads? In this episode, I share insights from secret shopping over 750 wedding businesses and ask: What would happen if you slow…

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Rob Ferre - You're doing conferences all wrong! 31:57

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Are you making the most of your time at conferences, or are you just showing up and blending into the crowd? What if approaching networking with a spirit of service could transform not only how others see you, but what opportunities come your way? In this episode, Rob Ferre and I dig into why being known for generosity and involvement can do more f…

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Would adding a reviews page help your SEO? 11:05

2M ago11:05

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Would adding a reviews page actually boost your SEO, or should you focus on placing testimonials throughout your site instead? Are your visitors really clicking to see your reviews page, or are those testimonials better shared in context? In this episode, I break down the real impact of reviews pages versus integrated testimonials, and what that me…

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Mark Chapman - When is it time to DIY or Hire Someone to Do It? 31:42

2M ago31:42

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Do you know when it’s time to do things yourself, and when you should hand them off? Are you so busy that you can’t spare the hours to learn a new skill—or are you in a spot where investing that time could pay off for years to come? In this episode, I talk with Mark Chapman about the art of knowing when to DIY your online advertising—and when to tr…

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Are one-page websites coming back? 8:42

2M ago8:42

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Should your business consider switching to a single-page site, or is sticking with multiple pages still the way to go? How does a one-page site affect SEO, mobile usability, and the overall client experience? In this episode, I dig into the pros and cons, offering questions you should consider before updating your website—and hint at ways to simpli…

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Brittany Branson - Live event painting! 39:42

2M ago39:42

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Can you turn a super-niche service into a thriving business? What happens when you’re no longer the “add on” vendor, but become someone’s main event? In this episode, I get real about niching down, finding your ideal clients, and pricing your work for value—not just time. How do you move from side hustle to full-time, and what hard lessons do you w…

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Handling Damages, should you take a security deposit? 7:16

2M ago7:16

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What happens when something gets damaged at your venue or event space? Should you always ask for a security deposit, or only if you’ve had trouble before? How do you decide what kind of damage is “just wear and tear” versus something you should actually charge for? In this episode, I dig into the uncomfortable reality of damages, the importance of …

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What are you excited about? 9:41

2M ago9:41

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Are you excited about something in your business or personal life that makes the work feel a little less like work? Have you thought about how new tools, like AI, might help you enjoy more of the fun parts of your job, while making the “hard” parts easier? In this episode, I share what I’m excited about, including launching my AI alter ego and seei…

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Abed Elsamna - What are AI Agents and should you use them for your business? 43:20

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Abed Elsamna - What are AI Agents and should you use them for your business? Are you letting AI work for your wedding business, or is it still just a mysterious buzzword? What if an intelligent agent could answer leads, schedule appointments, and handle objections—without you lifting a finger? In this episode, I interview Abed Elsamna to break down…

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Unfamiliar or familiar, not difficult or easy! 8:44

3M ago8:44

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Are you hesitant to try something new because it feels difficult—or is it just unfamiliar? What if you started thinking about your challenges not as “hard” or “easy,” but as “unfamiliar” or “familiar”? In this episode, I share how reframing your mindset can make learning and growth feel more achievable, whether you’re mastering a new skill in your …

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Should vendors leave reviews for other vendors? 10:05

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Should vendors leave reviews for other vendors? Ever wondered if it’s a good idea to publicly praise—or criticize—your industry peers? What happens if things didn’t go well? Should you tell the world, or handle it privately first? In this episode, I share the upsides of supporting fellow vendors with honest, heartfelt reviews, and touch on why nega…

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Brian Lawrence - Moving the needle towards 2026 37:45

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Brian Lawrence - Moving the needle towards 2026 What's really moving the needle for your wedding business? Are you making changes now that will set you up for more success when the next engagement season rolls around? Are you treating your website and SEO as living, breathing assets—or are you waiting until it’s too late to update them? In this epi…

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Should you tie in charitable causes with your business? 9:11

3M ago9:11

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Is supporting a cause part of who you are, or just something you hope will attract more couples? Could promoting certain charities help your business, or might it turn some clients away? In this episode, I talk about the right and wrong reasons to connect charitable giving to your company, and how to decide whether it's something you want to make p…

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Do you really know your conversion stats? 11:15

3M ago11:15

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Do you really know your conversion stats? You might know how many inquiries you get, but do you really understand what happens next? Are you tracking how many inquiries lead to real conversations? How many of those turn into meetings or tours—or sales? Are you missing out on bookings just because you’re not following up enough? In this episode, I d…

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Rosemarie Rossetti - Are your weddings and your business accessbile? 26:14

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Rosemarie Rossetti - Are your weddings and your business accessible? Are you sure your business and your weddings are truly accessible? Would your customers, employees, or even guests with disabilities feel included at your events or in your workplace? What blind spots might be costing you business—and dignity? In this episode, I shine a light on o…

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Use AI as your thought partner, you are still the thought Leader 10:14

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Use AI as your thought partner, you are still the thought Leader What if you could use AI not just to generate content, but to actually brainstorm with you—asking one question at a time, guiding your process, and pushing your ideas further? Would having an “AI thought partner” change the way you develop your business, presentations, or even solve y…

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The definition of futility is doing the same thing the same way, and expecting a different result! 8:30

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Are you still chasing phone calls when your customers just want to text? Are you making it easy for potential clients to do business with you, or are you unintentionally pushing them away by sticking to old habits? In this episode, I challenge you to think about whether your tried-and-true methods are really working as well as they used to, and I s…

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Clint Hufft - What does it means to be a professional? 35:43

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Clint Hufft - What does it means to be a professional? What does it really mean to be a professional? Is it about getting paid, or is there more to how you present yourself, solve problems, and lift the whole team up? Am I making it easier for others to do their jobs, or am I unintentionally leaving obstacles in their way? In this episode, I dive i…

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Should you send emails with planning tips amongst regular follow-up emails? 7:25

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Should you send emails with planning tips amongst regular follow-up emails? Should you send planning tips to potential clients, or is that just adding more noise to their inbox? How can mixing in valuable advice with regular follow-ups help you stand out and keep your leads engaged before and after the sale? In this episode, I explore whether shari…

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When other vendors refer you, how can you help them with better wording? 8:43

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Would others know how to describe your business if they were referring you? Are your fellow vendors equipped to talk about the real results you deliver, or are they missing the mark? In this episode, I dive into how you can provide your partners with the right language and social proof, using reviews and feedback to craft authentic, effective talki…

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Rod McMahon - are you adapting your selling style to their buying style? 34:42

4M ago34:42

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Rod McMahon - are you adapting your selling style to their buying style? Are you selling the way your customers want to buy? Are you meeting them with a dialogue, or just running through another sales script monologue? What if you're missing those subtle buying signs, taking too long to follow up, or not adapting your process to fit where they are …

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How do you handle leads for dates very far into the future? 11:00

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How do you handle leads for dates very far into the future? What do you do when a couple wants to book you for a date 15 months out—or even two years from now? How should you manage pricing, contract clauses, or even hold a tentative booking if they don’t have a venue yet? In this episode, I share practical strategies and key questions to ask when …

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Should you reply differently to leads from different sources? 8:56

5M ago8:56

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Should you treat every lead the same way? What does someone already know about you before they reach out from a wedding expo, website, or a platform like Hitched? In this episode, I ask: does your follow-up need to change depending on where the lead came from—and if so, how? Find out why a “one size fits all” approach may not get you the best resul…

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Adam Tiegs - Ways wedding and event pros are using AI 39:59

5M ago39:59

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Adam Tiegs - Ways wedding and event pros are using AI Are you letting AI do the heavy lifting in your business, or are you still resistant to these new tools? What would happen if you could create presentations, emails, playlists, or even marketing copy in a fraction of the time—while still sounding like yourself? In this episode, Adam Tiegs and I …

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A brand is not a logo! 7:25

5M ago7:25

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What do people really say about your business when you’re not in the room? Is your brand just your logo, your colors, and the fonts on your website? Or is it the promise and story you deliver every time you work an event? In this episode, I explore why your real brand lives in the words and expectations of your customers, and why what they say abou…

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What are creative ways to get new inquiries? 10:31

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What are creative ways to get new inquiries? Are you making the most of the inquiries you already get, or are you chasing new leads without first maximizing what’s in front of you? Do you know if your responses, follow-up, and online profile are actually helping—or quietly hurting—your ability to convert interest into bookings? In this episode, I d…

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Mark Caravaggio - Having the difficult conversations 38:33

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Mark Caravaggio - Having the difficult conversations How do you handle difficult conversations with clients or fellow pros when plans go sideways? What happens when a customer comes at you with both barrels, or when conflicting expectations create tension behind the scenes? In this episode, I talk with Mark Caravaggio about practical ways to naviga…

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The 4 Steps to More sales! 10:25

5M ago10:25

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The 4 Steps to More sales! Are you missing out on bookings by skipping important steps? What if the reason you’re getting ghosted is because you’re rushing couples or communicating on your terms, not theirs? In this episode I break down the four-step sales cycle—getting attention, receiving an inquiry, starting the conversation, and finally making …

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Use Is, not Was in your reviews! 6:33

6M ago6:33

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Have you ever wondered how the wording of your reviews impacts how clients perceive your business? Are you missing opportunities to make your services feel relevant and current just by using the wrong tense? In this episode, I explore why using “is” instead of “was” in your reviews can build more trust, show off your ongoing excellence, and even im…

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Kevin Townsend - Weddings in New Zealand! 47:09

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Kevin Townsend - Weddings in New Zealand What if your wedding business had to navigate strict lockdowns, shifting markets, and unique cultural expectations—would your sales process survive? How do you attract the right clients and keep your venue calendar full when economic tides turn? In this episode, I share what weddings are really like in New Z…

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My GPS gets me where I'm going, but I don't know where I am! 8:50

6M ago8:50

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How often do you rely on a tool—like GPS or AI—to get you results without really understanding how you got there? Is it always okay to follow directions blindly, or are there times you need to know the “why” behind the answer? In this episode, I explore the risks and benefits of trusting our tools, the importance of understanding processes (at leas…

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Should you include planning tips in your follow-up emails? 9:00

6M ago9:00

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Should you include planning tips in your follow-up emails? When is the right time to start sharing helpful advice with prospective clients? Could offering planning tips too soon be hurting your response rate, or does it add value and set you apart? In this episode, I dive into how to balance giving value with keeping your follow-ups focused and eff…

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Shane McMurray - How do tariffs and supply chain issues affect wedding businesses? 25:15

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Shane McMurray - How do tariffs and supply chain issues affect wedding businesses? What if your costs doubled overnight? What happens to your business when tariffs and supply chain issues change in a heartbeat? Are you relying too much on a single supplier? In this episode, I talk about the unpredictable nature of tariffs, how they impact different…

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Interpreting the silence! 9:34

6M ago9:34

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Interpreting the silence! What does it really mean when you don’t hear back from a potential client—is it rejection, a fake lead, or just something else taking priority in their life? Are you letting the “story you tell yourself” block future business? In this episode, I dig into how we interpret client silence, challenge some common assumptions, a…

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Are you building a business to sell? 8:17

7M ago8:17

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Are you building a business to sell? Are you building a business you can one day sell, or are you creating a lifestyle business that revolves around you? What happens to your company when you’re ready to walk away? In this episode, I explore the true value of your business beyond the physical assets—like your brand, your relationships, and your sys…

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Mimi Brown - A Pivot from DJ to Professional Speaker 25:31

7M ago25:31

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When is it time to pivot in your wedding business, and how do you know which risks are the right ones to take? What happens when you follow a passion out of your comfort zone, or invest in your own potential before it’s obvious to everyone else? In this episode, I sit down with Mimi Brown to unpack the journey from DJ to professional speaker—reveal…

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They don't want to talk on the phone! 11:01

7M ago11:01

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They don't want to talk on the phone! Are you getting ghosted by clients when you push for a phone call? Have you considered that today’s couples might prefer messaging, texting, or emailing over talking on the phone? In this episode, I explore what happens when we add friction to our communication process and the importance of meeting clients wher…

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Should you charge a lot more for an event that's far away, or just say no? 6:02

7M ago6:02

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Should you charge a lot more for an event that's far away, or just say no? Should you take on that event that’s hours away—or is it better to just walk away? What happens if you charge a much higher fee and the client actually says yes? Will the extra cash make up for the inconvenience, or will you regret saying yes just because of the price? In th…

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Tom Chelednik - The Knot 2025 Real Weddings Study 35:13

7M ago35:13

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Tom Chelednik - The Knot 2025 Real Weddings Study What would your business look like if you froze it for two years—would you still be thriving, or would your unchanged methods leave you behind as couples’ expectations shift? Are you adapting fast enough to connect with today’s couples and am I missing out on leads by not updating my website or resp…

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Don't make it so obvious that you're using AI! 7:21

7M ago7:21

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Don't make it so obvious that you're using AI! Are you unintentionally telling the world your content isn’t original? Could the green check marks and other default AI icons be giving you away? In this episode, I explore how to use AI as a tool without sacrificing your unique voice. What little details scream “I used AI!” to your clients, and how ca…

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When should you lower your rate? 11:05

7M ago11:05

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When should you lower your rate? Are you giving away your profit just because a client asked for a discount? What are you really getting in return when you lower your price? In this episode, I dig deep into the difference between discounting and negotiating, explain why price integrity matters, and share how to determine if and when it's truly okay…

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Clint Elkins - How will inflation, tariffs and supply issues affect us this year and beyond! 27:06

8M ago27:06

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Are your rising costs really out of your control? Are tariffs, inflation, and supply chain chaos just the new normal, or are there ways to get ahead of them? In this episode, I bring on Clint Elkins to dig into what’s really happening with food costs, supply challenges, and the hidden factors that set your prices—plus how to spot trends before they…