Tune in to The Business Fix, the podcast where CEO vision meets on-the-ground operations. Join Chrissy Myers, HR expert and CEO, and Josh Troche, marketing and operations guru, as they tackle the challenges facing small and medium-sized businesses today. Each episode, Chrissy and Josh dissect a common business problem, offering diverse perspectives and actionable solutions. Whether you're in service industries or product development, with 10 or 150 employees, you'll gain valuable insights to ...
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Welcome to Podcasting Momentum, the show that helps business owners and marketing managers like you get to the heart of what makes a podcast successful. In each episode, we will do a deep dive with fellow podcasters to uncover the real stories behind their shows. We skip the small talk and get straight to the actionable advice that will help you gain traction and build a loyal audience with your podcast. From the origin story of a show to the technical challenges and strategic pivots along t ...
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Welcome to The Responsible Marketing Podcast, where we discuss marketing, sustainability, and how we can all help organisations become more responsible. Your host is Jo Long, a marketing strategist and consultant with a career spanning corporate, small & medium businesses, and self-employment incorporating marketing and commercial in various guises and now flying the flag for a more sustainable and kinder future.
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Podcasting doesn’t have to be overwhelming if you have the right tools and strategies. Many new podcasters get stuck on the tech, gear, and endless “how‑to” advice, which can hold them back from sharing their unique voice and message. Tools of the Podcast Trade is your go‑to resource for how to start a podcast, with step‑by‑step podcasting tips, practical podcast tools, and proven podcast launch strategies to help you create a show you’re proud of. Join host J. Rosemarie Francis and expert g ...
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The 3 Leadership Habits That Turn Managers Into Trusted Leaders
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42:44Send us a text You’ve built a team, juggled priorities, and probably asked yourself more than once, “Why aren’t they just doing the thing?” If leading people feels harder than it should, you’re not alone and you’re not doing it wrong. But you might be defining leadership the wrong way. In this episode, Chrissy Myers and Josh Troche get real (and ge…
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How Rob Durant Uses Podcasting to Build Trust and Elevate the Sales Profession
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42:09Rob Durant didn’t set out to become a sales expert or a podcaster. But when a “customer service” job came with a hidden sales quota, everything changed. In this episode, Rob shares how leaning into his Disney-trained customer service roots helped him unlock a new approach to sales, one focused on serving, not selling. Now, as the host of Sales TV L…
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Work-Life Balance vs. Work-Life Harmony: What’s the Better Play for Leaders?
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36:07Send us a text Think owning a business means total freedom and unlimited time off? Yeah… about that. In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy Myers and Josh Troche challenge the outdated hustle mindset and break down why work-life balance is a myth and how work-life harmony is a more sustainable goal for business owners and leaders. Through sto…
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Season 4, Episode 3: Kelly Smith, Spelk Studio
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51:39Today’s guest is Kelly Smith, founder of award-winning Spelk Studio, based in the north east of England. Spelk Studio specialise in bespoke and small batch furniture and kitchen design, championing sustainability and responsible sourcing. Kelly and I discuss: 🧑🏼🎓 some of the misinformation within the furniture industry and why education is key 🥉 S…
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Inside Maureen Pisanick’s School Lunch Podcast: Serving a Mission Bigger Than Business
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45:02When your guest starts talking about “getting weird with lettuce,” you know the mic’s in the right hands. In this episode, registered dietitian and NutriSmart Snax host Maureen Pisanick reveals how she uses podcasting to amplify voices in school food service, support child nutrition programs, and spark real conversations around menu planning, stude…
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Safeguarding Your Podcast From Legal Pitfalls in 2025
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15:42Overview In this eye-opening episode, we explore the evolving legal terrain of podcasting and provide you with essential strategies to safeguard your creative work. From guest releases to copyright considerations, we'll navigate the potential pitfalls that could derail your podcasting journey. Why Legal Protection Matters for Your Podcast The podca…
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What Happens When Community Involvement Becomes Core to Your Business
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41:59Send us a text Real impact starts when your business shows up for something bigger than profit. In this episode, Chrissy Myers and Josh Troche break down how purpose-driven businesses are using community engagement to boost brand loyalty, strengthen company culture, and create meaningful impact both inside and outside the workplace. From offering p…
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Sustainability Isn’t a Buzzword: Jo Long’s Podcast Shows How to Make It Resonate
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26:29You can knock… or you can podcast your way in. When Jo Long realized business leaders weren’t responding to sustainability conversations, she didn’t double down on cold calls, she launched a podcast. In this episode, Jo breaks down how The Responsible Marketing Podcast became her tool for creating authentic content, educating her community, and dri…
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Stop the Next PR Disaster: Protect Your Brand with a Clear Social Media Policy
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47:45Send us a text Your employee just posted something wild at 2 a.m., and now your phone won’t stop buzzing. Sound familiar? In today’s business climate, every team member is a public voice and that can either boost your brand reputation or torch it in a blaze of digital drama. In this no-fluff episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh unpack the …
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Season 4, Episode 2: Julia Dietmar, Open Wardrobe
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How Podcasting Built Credibility for Darrin Grella’s Real Estate Tech Startup
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30:08What happens when a real estate tech startup realizes they have a marketing problem, not a tech one? They launch a real estate podcast but not just to sell. Instead, they build a platform for community building, education, and brand credibility. In this episode, Josh Troche sits down with Darrin Grella, CEO of OfferIn, to explore the evolution of t…
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How to Maximize Your Podcast Potential Beyond the Microphone
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15:21Overview Are you sitting on a goldmine of content without even realizing it? As a podcaster, your archive of episodes is a treasure trove waiting to be rediscovered and repurposed. In this episode, I reveal how you can breathe new life into your existing podcast content, expanding your reach and saving valuable time in your content creation process…
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Fear of Success Is Real And It Might Be Destroying Your Leadership Mindset and Business Culture
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36:54Send us a text Is fear running your company... or are you? From bad hires to business blowups, fear has a way of sneaking into your strategy, even when you think you’ve got it all under control. In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh unpack the often-ignored ways fear influences your decision-making, disrupts team dynamics, and chips…
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Authentic Podcasting Lessons from Mark Grimes That Every Beginner Should Hear
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29:40What happens when a working-class dad turns life’s challenges into a platform for change? For Mark Grimes, it meant turning his passion for volunteer mental health into Chewing the Crust, a storytelling podcast that’s equal parts grit, growth, and pie. In this episode, Mark shares how one moment backstage at a Chris Evans radio festival sparked the…
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The ROI of Professional Development: How Coaching Culture and Time Management Drive Business Growth
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47:20Send us a text Your team is always moving, but is it moving forward? If you’re constantly solving the same problems, it might be time to rethink how you’re developing your people. In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh dive headfirst into the misunderstood world of professional development and why it’s not just another line item on y…
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Season 4, Episode 1: Josh Troche, Pedal Stomper Productions
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55:21I am super excited about today’s guest, not just because he is a brilliant podcaster producer and has two of his own, but because he is my first international guest. Josh Troche is based near Cleveland in the US and offers all aspects of videography, podcasting and creative marketing. (Quick aside – apologies for the slightly glitchy sounds towards…
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How Gary Stocker Uses Data Storytelling on His Podcast to Expose the Higher Education Crisis
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30:23What if your college shut down halfway through your degree? You’ve invested time, money, and your future, only to face locked doors and unanswered questions. For thousands of students, this isn’t a hypothetical. It’s already happening. And it’s a warning sign of a deeper higher education crisis. In this episode, Gary Stocker, creator of This Week i…
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Strategic Planning Isn’t Boring, It’s Your Superpower for Business Growth
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41:29Send us a text Let’s be real… running a business can feel like an endless game of whack-a-mole. You're juggling emails, putting out fires, chasing invoices, and somewhere in the chaos, you know you’re supposed to be “strategically planning”… but what does that actually look like when you’re just trying to make payroll? In this episode of The Busine…
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Season 3, Episode 7: Sarah Thackray, Beacon House Events
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56:23Today’s guest is Sarah Thackray from Beacon House Events based in the north of England. Beacon House Events is causing a real stir in the events industry, as well as the SME sector, leading the way in event sustainability and responsibility. Sarah and I talk about 🙃 the forward thinking ways Beacon House Events measures the impact of the events the…
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Saving Lives with a Podcast: Jason Stone Is Raising Prostate Cancer Awareness Through Storytelling
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24:30Jason Stone didn’t plan on becoming a podcaster… but after his diagnosis, sharing his story became a way to connect, educate, and advocate. In this episode, we explore how Jason’s raw and unfiltered YouTube podcast became a powerful platform for patient advocacy, cancer support, and emotional healing. His story is one of resilience, honesty, and a …
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Leadership Skills for Tough Talks: How Difficult Conversations Improve Workplace Communication
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46:36Send us a text Most of us try to dodge tough conversations at work, but avoiding them only creates bigger problems. In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh unpack what it takes to confidently navigate the sweaty, uncomfortable moments that most business owners and managers try to avoid. Whether you’re managing performance issues, deal…
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Podcasting Making a Superpower: How Nicolas Comstock Uses His Voice to Change Public Policies
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19:39What do you do when the world tells you you’re unemployable? If you're Nicolas Comstock, you start a podcast and change the game. In this inspiring episode, Nicolas, host of Nick Speaks, shares how he turned a career setback into a platform for advocacy, storytelling, and social change. Told he wasn’t fit for traditional employment due to his disab…
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Could a Private Podcast Be Your Secret Weapon To Podcasting Success?
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10:53Podcasting is experiencing a surge in popularity, with millions of listeners tuning in regularly. As a creator or solopreneur, this presents an exciting opportunity to connect with your audience in a meaningful way. But have you considered the power of private podcasts? In this episode, I explore the concept of private podcasting and how it can rev…
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How Strong Core Values and Leadership Mindset Shape Customer Experience and Service Excellence
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36:50Send us a text Is your team accidentally sabotaging your customer experience? In this brutally honest episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh unpack why most businesses get the customer experience (CX) so wrong and what to do about it. Whether you're struggling with client retention, poor reviews, or disjointed customer handoffs, this convers…
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Season 3, Episode 6: Steve Messam, Installation & Creative Environmental Artist
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53:07Today, I am joined by Steve Messam, an incredible and humble artist creating temporary art installations around the world that bring together culture, landscape and narrative. Steve and I discuss 🙃 the enjoyment of provoking discussion, 🧠 the conundrum of ‘corporate memory’ in the growth and success of sustainability and responsibility, 👩🏼🏫 the ol…
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Why Authenticity Fuels Lead Generation and Client Attraction
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30:17How do you turn a microphone and a message into real client attraction and lead generation? In this episode, Josh Troche sits down with Kevin Anthony, a certified sexologist, relationship coach, and host of The Love Lab Podcast with over 105,000 subscribers, to uncover the real strategies behind building a thriving show. Kevin shares how he and his…
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Emotions in the Workplace: Building Better Workplace Culture Through Empathetic Leadership
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41:54Send us a text Ever walked into the office wondering if you’re leading with strength or just faking calm while barely holding it together? In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy Myers and Josh Troche dive into the real-world challenges of managing emotions in leadership. They explore the true role of emotional intelligence in effective busine…
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Podcast Pivot Made Simple: The Step-by-Step Rebranding Strategy You Need
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19:22Change is the only constant in podcasting. Algorithms shift, platforms evolve, and audiences grow or sometimes disappear. That’s why knowing when and how to make a podcast pivot can mean the difference between fading out and building real momentum. Podcasting Momentum is here to guide business owners, entrepreneurs, and marketing managers through e…
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Discover Your Unique Voice Finding Your Podcast Niche and Audience
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11:28Starting a podcast can be an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay a strong foundation before you hit that record button. In this episode, I'm sharing three crucial elements that will set you up for podcasting success: selecting your niche, identifying your ideal listener, and crafting a mission statement. Choosing Your Podcast Niche Your nic…
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Stop Losing Great People: How Consistency Fuels Employee Retention and Team Accountability
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44:25Send us a text If your team feels like it’s spinning its wheels, your top performers seem quietly disengaged, or your company values don’t line up with day-to-day behavior, you’re not alone. Business owners, people managers, and team leads are juggling high-stakes decision making, complex team dynamics, and the constant pressure to deliver results.…
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Season 3, Episode 5: Miles Watkins, Founder of Stuff4Life and Xeroc
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57:35Today, I am joined by Miles Watkins, one of the founders of Stuff4Life and Xeroc, both incredible propositions addressing the circular economy in two of arguably the toughest industries out there. I totally geeked out about tech, legislation and the human psychological influence on behaviours and attitudes to responsibility and the circular economy…
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Workplace Romance and the HR Policy Mistakes That Could Be Costing You Company Culture
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39:38Send us a text If you’ve ever felt that uncomfortable tension in the office, the kind where side-eyes replace handshakes and Slack DMs feel a little too flirty, you’re not alone. In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh take on the complex, messy, and all-too-common issue of workplace romance. Let’s face it: company culture is fragile.…
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Business or Busyness: How Strategic Planning and Delegation Save You from Managing Chaos
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37:36Send us a text If you're a small business owner or team leader who constantly feels like you're drowning in emails, putting out fires, and somehow still falling behind, this episode is your permission slip to stop managing chaos and start leading with intention. In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh dive deep into a dilemma many bus…
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Why A Small Audience Can Lead To Podcasting Success w/Josh Troche
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19:10Are you ready to take your podcasting journey to the next level? In this episode, I sit down with Josh Troche, a seasoned podcaster and video expert who shares invaluable insights on growing your audience and creating authentic content. Josh's journey from treating his body "like a rental car" to becoming a successful podcaster and video producer i…
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Overwhelmed by Business Operations? Use AI Productivity Tools and Task Automation to Save Time
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36:43Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed by the pace of change in your business? Between content creation, marketing demands, team management, and daily operations, it’s no wonder most business owners feel like they’re drowning. In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy Myers and Josh Troche break down how AI tools for small business can simplify your…
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Fix Your Podcast Set Design And Save Your Personal Brand From Bad Backgrounds
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22:12Your podcast studio speaks before you do. What's it saying about your personal brand? In this episode, we dive deep into creating an intentional podcast set design that elevates your message and connects with your audience. Whether you're broadcasting from a spare bedroom or investing in a full-blown virtual studio, your podcast aesthetics matter m…
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Freedom & Entrepreneurship: One Man's Journey w/Nicky Blllou
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19:19In this week's episode, we explore the profound impact of freedom on entrepreneurship with Nicky Billou, an international bestselling author and podcast host. Nicky shares his inspiring journey from Iran to Canada, highlighting how the quest for freedom shaped his entrepreneurial spirit and fueled his passion for helping others succeed in business.…
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Inflation Wrecking Your Cash Flow? Boost Business Resilience With Smarter Financial Planning
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37:18Send us a text In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh tackle one of the biggest myths in small business: that you can cut your way to greatness. Spoiler alert: you can’t. Instead, they explore how smart financial planning and intentional value creation can lead to sustainable growth, even under economic pressure and rising input cost…
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Microinfluencer Success: Why a Small Podcast Can Have a Massive Impact
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28:46Want a real look behind the scenes of what makes a small podcast thrive? In this episode, we’re diving deep into how becoming a micro influencer can lead to powerful audience relationships, even without massive downloads. We’ll break down how to attract aligned podcast sponsorship opportunities and grow your email subscribers list with content that…
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The Journey of a Creative Mind w/Damien Ellison
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19:16Summary In this engaging conversation, Damien Ellison shares his journey as a podcaster, author, and musician. He discusses the challenges of stepping out of the status quo, the importance of individuality, and the process of launching his podcast. Damien emphasizes the significance of unique perspectives in podcasting and the creative freedom that…
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Start HR Right: A Human Resources Strategy Your Small Business Can’t Afford to Skip
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39:17Send us a text Let’s be honest, if you run a small or mid-sized business, HR is probably the last thing on your to-do list, somewhere behind sales calls and customer issues. Maybe you've handed off HR to your office assistant and expecting them to double as an HR generalist. And if you’ve ever had to deal with confusing employee complaints, messy t…
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Season 3, Episode 4: Annie Soulsby, The Sustainable Life Coach
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1:04:22Today, I am joined by Annie Soulsby, founder of The Sustainable Life Coach. Annie had no choice, she was born into sustainability by default and ever since has studied, worked in corporate or founded organisations with sustainability as an underlying thread. She prides herself on being an educator, a facilitator and an explainer for how to and what…
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Looking Your Best on a Budget: Lighting Setup and Podcast Studio Setup Hacks You Need
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30:47Ever hop on a Zoom call, hit record, and later realize you looked like a shadowy floating head with a plant sticking out of your head thanks to where it was placed in the background? It happens more often than you'd think. Those little details can really shift how your audience sees you, especially if you're running a video podcast. In this episode…
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How to Hire the Right Employee Without Wrecking Your Hiring Process
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37:58Send us a text Hiring mistakes cost more than just time… They cost morale, momentum, and money. In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy Myers and Josh Troche share battle-tested hiring best practices that every business owner and manager needs to hear. Whether you're navigating the hiring process for the first time or you're burned out from hi…
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7 Podcasting Tips for Sounding Your Best: From Pop Filters to Room Acoustics
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31:03Are you sounding your best? Here's how to fix that. In this power-packed episode, we dive into 7 practical podcasting tips that will immediately upgrade your sound quality, without requiring expensive gear or a full studio build-out. Whether you're working with a cheap podcast setup or navigating a tricky space, we’ve got you covered. Discover how …
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Say Goodbye to Toxic Employees Before They Destroy Your Team Dynamics
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37:46Send us a text Josh recalls a moment that stopped him in his tracks. He was dreading a call with a potential new client. He realized that if the relationship was already draining before the contract was even signed, what would it look like a few months in? That was the moment he knew: this wasn’t a fit. And he backed out. In this episode of The Bus…
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Season 3, Episode 3: Barrie McDermid, The Punctuation Show & About Small Business Podcast
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1:08:01This time I am joined by Barrie McDermid, star of The Punctuation Show and fabulous host of the About Small Business Podcast. Barrie’s background in the education sector resulted in him launching The Punctuation Show to support children, their parents and schools in learning and enjoying the English language, not necessarily an easy feat! Passionat…
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Beyond Q and A: How to Use Your Podcast for Business Growth and Brand Alignment
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20:08If you're a small business owner or marketing manager wondering how to turn your podcast into a true marketing powerhouse, this episode is your blueprint. We go beyond the typical Q&A format to explore actionable ways to align your podcast strategy with your overall content strategy and podcast branding. Learn how to drive audience engagement, inte…
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The Ultimate Checklist to Launch Your Podcast w/J. Rosemarie Francis
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23:20Overview In this episode, I review a comprehensive checklist for launching a podcast, emphasizing the importance of planning, defining a mission statement, choosing a niche, and selecting the right equipment. I share tips on the recording and editing process, branding strategies, and effective marketing techniques to promote the podcast. I conclude…
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Why Most Business Meetings Fail And How Productive Meetings Save Your Company Culture
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31:58Send us a text Is your calendar full of business meetings that feel like a black hole of lost time? In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh break down the real cost of poor meeting strategies and why effective leadership starts with a productive meeting. Packed with tactical meeting tips, this episode teaches you how to create a clear…
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