#167: Creating better content in less time starts with clarity. If you want to create content that achieves your goal, you need a clear vision about your brand. You need a brand identity guide. I also refer to this document as a brand bible. This is a document you keep for just yourself, employees, subcontractors. This document bring intense clarity and provides you with the vision to deliver a message that moves people. Today, I'm walking you through how to create your own brand bible. If you n...
Oct 01, 2021•13 min•Ep. 167
#166: After over 150 episodes, and some of the greatest modern business minds, I've learned a lot. WE'VE learned a lot! As I reflect back on the past year of episodes, there are a few moments that really stand out to me. Today, I'm highlighting greatest podcasting advice I've gotten from the greats! Like what you hear? Listen to the full episodes here: John Lee Dumas Jasmine Star Hala Taha Shawn Anthony Zachary Babcock Pat Flynn _____________________________________________ 🗞️ Newsletter: www.a...
Sep 27, 2021•29 min•Ep. 166
#165: Are you looking for a new podcast to listen to? Today, I'm breaking down 8 business podcasts, that you need to listen to. I really think a lot about the content I put in my head. Junk in junk out. I find that if I'm putting positive, productive thoughts into my brain, I'm more productive. Who would've thought! There are podcasts for you to check out! Underdog Empowerment - Zachary Babcock The Futur - Chris Do Smart Passive Income - Pat Flynn Build for Tomorrow - Jason Feifer Patrick Bet Da...
Sep 24, 2021•10 min•Ep. 165
#164: What is up After Hours Entrepreneur. Today's episode is short and sweet! We're doing a bit of a reset here at Mark Savant Media. Tons of new projects are underway. We're working hard in the lab to bring you the best resources to help you create better content in less time, and turn that attention into income. More value filled episodes are coming your way! Also, don't miss out on Donald Miller's book Building a Storybrand . It's a gamechanger! https://amzn.to/3klZwob ______________________...
Sep 20, 2021•4 min•Ep. 164
#163: Ever ask yourself, why aren't people buying your offer? Ever wonder why people aren't listening to your show? It all starts with clarity. Before you even make a phone call, produce an episode, post on Instagram, you MUST start by answering these 5 questions. Who am I speaking to? What keeps them up at night? Why me? How can you help? What does failure look like to my audience? What does success look like? Share this episode and your answers on social media. Tag @marksavantmedia. Let us sup...
Sep 17, 2021•16 min•Ep. 163
#162: During the pandemic, Jayson Waller built Powerhome Solar into a $500mm company with 2,100 employees. How does a nobody from a trailer park build a business this successful? Inspiration. Jayson is a master at crafting a vision and inspiring those around him. Jason explains his process for building a great team, why podcasting is opening up new doors, and why the best person to invest in, is you. BOOK https://amzn.to/3htAPEu https://trueunderdog.com/ https://www.powerhome.com/ https://www.yo...
Sep 13, 2021•37 min•Ep. 162
#161: Is your audience silent? I've been there, so you don't have to. Today, we're hitting 3 topics all podcasters need to understand. How can I get my show found? How can I get my audience to engage with me? How can I use Clubhouse to get more downloads? How to Get Podcast Engagement Surveys Giveaways Clubhouse - IG Live Well positioned freebie for email list Focus on 2 platforms - You can’t be anywhere Success on Clubhouse Speak in more rooms Don’t sell, deliver value Host rooms with big clubs...
Sep 10, 2021•11 min•Ep. 161
#160: Want to host great interviews and not embarrass yourself? After 200+ interviews, I've learned a few things. Today, I'm sharing my top tips for hosting incredible podcast interviews. Research Read book Listen to their podcast Listen to a show they guested on Review their website and socials Use the right equipment Mic, lighting Calendly Riverside http://www.riverside.fm/?via=mark-savant (use code: friendsofmark) Prepare them List of potential questions Educate them with a webpage Don’t over...
Sep 10, 2021•13 min•Ep. 160
#159: Are you still doing the same thing expecting different results? That is literally insane. Shep Hyken has worked with huge brands like Disney, Salesforce, AT&T. He's been speaking on huge stages for decades. Is he evolving his messaging? You better believe it. Today, Shep explains how customer expectations are changing, and how you can evolve your business to reach them effectively. https://hyken.com/ Shep's book: https://amzn.to/3h8u3Uu https://nsaspeaker.org/ Watch on YouTube: https:/...
Sep 06, 2021•34 min•Ep. 159
#158: So your podcast is running along just fine, then one day POW! Tons of downloads! What causes this? How can you get more download spikes? This week in Clubhouse we heard dozens of speakers share how they get podcast download spikes. Today, I'm sharing the top 20 tips so you can get more downloads in less time. Guest on other shows Bring on a big guest Ask guest to share Give guests 1 link and just a couple promotion tools Customize shareable guest content - hex codes, font Giveaways for sha...
Sep 02, 2021•26 min•Ep. 158
#157: Fiverr is a large online marketplace for freelancers. It's a great place to find people to help you with all sorts of digital tasks like graphic design, video editing, and copywriting. As with all crowded marketplaces, I ask "What must I do to stand out". If you aren't seen, you won't make money. Don't worry, Alexandra Faulo is here to help. From 2017 - 2018, Alex took her income from $63k to $273k. Today, she joins us to share her insights on freelancing, TikTok, and Gen Z. https://alexfa...
Aug 30, 2021•33 min•Ep. 157
#156: Just like the title says, This episode is going to help you save your most precious resource. TIME! Pre education page Solo podcasts with proper outline Listen to your guests’ podcasts / appearances Pause after you messup Note mistakes / key moments during interview Record your intro directly after the interview “2 minutes or less, do it now!” - David Meltzer “Learning in the absence of action is just a distraction” - Dragon Get Sleep Use templates Adobe Audition - Auto Heal feature ______...
Aug 27, 2021•7 min•Ep. 156
#155: "I don't have time." We've all said it. Let's change that and start using the right tools. Headliner Backstage by Headlilner Descript Calendly Google Suite - Docs, Drive, Forms, Calendar Typeform - People friendly Forms and Surveys Zapier OBS - Screen recording / streaming software IFTT.com - If This Then That Slides.com - Make Better Presentations AskthePublic.com - Keyword / SEO research Ripl - Quick Social Media Posting Hootsuite Planoly - Instagram planner Podpage.com Audacity Canva Sp...
Aug 27, 2021•14 min•Ep. 155
The most important skill of our lifetime is digital communication. If you don't know how to communicate in a digital world, you will become irrelevant. Commit to improving. Join the workshop in September. The 6 week workshop will give you everything I wish I had 4 years ago. Education, networking, and promotion. All for $250. Invest in you, join the workshop here: https://www.marksavantmedia.com/bclt-workshop-9-21/ _____________________________________________ 🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai 🚀 ...
Aug 26, 2021•2 min•Ep. 154
#153: Podcasting expert John Lee Dumas from Entrepreneurs on Fire joins the show. We go deeper on his new book Common Path to Uncommon Success. After going through I had to challenge and get more details on some of his asserstions. I especially love his quote that "enthusiasm is worth 25 IQ points" Genius! We also cover outsourcing, solutions, and other factors in creating a winning roadmap. https://www.eofire.com/ Get Book: https://amzn.to/3gnN0lT Listen to our first episode here: https://www.b...
Aug 23, 2021•17 min•Ep. 153
#152: Want to get sponsor's attention? You need a media kit that stands out! Follow these principles to create a media kit that shines! Join the community here > https://www.facebook.com/groups/marksavantmedia _____________________________________________ 🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai 🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksavantmedia.com 🎙️ Podcast: www.afterhoursentrepreneur.com 📧 Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com _____________________________________________ Your network is your net ...
Aug 20, 2021•7 min•Ep. 152
#151: A lot goes into a great podcast name. It should stand out, be clear, and be searchable. Follow these tips to pick the perfect name for your show! Get the full podcast checklist here: https://www.marksavantmedia.com/ _____________________________________________ 🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai 🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksavantmedia.com 🎙️ Podcast: www.afterhoursentrepreneur.com 📧 Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com _____________________________________________ Your network is ...
Aug 20, 2021•8 min•Ep. 151
#150: Wow! 150 episodes in the bag! It's such an honor to share time with you. Your commitment to improvement truly is going to be the difference! In this episode, I'm making some commitments to you and giving some podcasting takeaways from last week's Clubhouse room! Join us! https://www.facebook.com/groups/marksavantmedia Workshop! https://www.marksavantmedia.com/bclt-workshop-9-21/ _____________________________________________ 🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai 🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: ww...
Aug 20, 2021•14 min•Ep. 150
#149: You deserve to get paid. One of the best ways to monetize your online presence is with sponsorship. The problem is we don't speak the same language as sponsors. It can seem impossible! Mario Armstrong is an expert in landing brand deals. Today, he's giving you the tools (and language) to land the sponsor of your dreams. Whether you have a small audience or huge, his proven approach and strategies will result in more $$$ in your account. https://www.marioarmstrong.com/ https://www.neversett...
Aug 16, 2021•46 min•Ep. 149
#148: Want to speak on more stages? In this episode, you'll learn how to get event speaking gigs, how to prepare, and best practices for the speech itself. Speaking at events is one of the best ways to find new clients and build your credibility. Let's make sure you shine like the bright light I know you are. DO NOT miss the Better Content Less Time Workshop! Stop going it alone, wasting time and money. Join me and your peers for the workshop today! ENROLL HERE: https://www.marksavantmedia.com/b...
Aug 13, 2021•27 min•Ep. 148
#147: Brand building and marketing is hard. As soon as you think you have a handle on your marketing plan, everything changes. If you can't shift with agility, failure is inevitable. But don't worry, personal branding and marketing expert Andrea Fryrear is here. Andrea brings super practical marketing tips today, that will surely grow your business. If you're looking for insider marketing secrets, this show is for you. https://www.agilesherpas.com/ https://fryrear.com/ Use code: after hours agil...
Aug 09, 2021•33 min•Ep. 147
#146: I'm obsessed with creating better content in less time. Over the years, I developed a 6 part cycle. Every stage of the cycle is crucial to your success on social media. Failure to execute just 1 stage will result in frustration and wasted time. Today, I'm breaking down the 6 stages, and how you can identify your own strengths and weaknesses. Do you find social media a frustrating place that brings no results? Join the Better Content Less Time Workshop starting September! Enroll here: https...
Aug 06, 2021•14 min•Ep. 146
#145: Tara Zirker returns to the show with Facebook ads updates and insider secrets. Facebook has evolved a lot over the past year. Your ad strategy needs to change. In todays episode, Tara explains exactly what's working for her and clients. Want to leverage groups? How to run different iterations How to use GIFs in ads. Grow your Podcast with Facebook ads It's all here! Listen to our first episode here https://www.facebook.com/successfuladsclub/ https://sac.successfuladsclub.com/serv _________...
Aug 02, 2021•34 min•Ep. 145
#144: In this quick episode, we're learning how to grow using collaborations and leverage those collaborations to get sponsorships. Topics include: How to keep your podcast fresh How to promote with Clubhouse How to get on podcasts How to get guests to share How to find and connect with sponsors Want to create better content in less time? Email me! contact@marksavantmedia.com _____________________________________________ 🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai 🚀 Get more leads with YouTube: www.marksav...
Jul 30, 2021•11 min•Ep. 144
#143: Founder of Podcast Magazine and Clubpod, Steve Olsher is sharing some bold predictions today. Will Clubhouse kill podcasting? How do we build a business that thrives? What do you look for in new platforms? After 30 years of starting and innovating businesses, Steve has seen a lot. Today, he's breaking down why you NEED to innovate, and how to spot opportunities when they come. https://steveolsher.com/ https://podcastmagazine.com/ https://clubpod.club/ ______________________________________...
Jul 26, 2021•34 min•Ep. 143
#142: Growing a great show takes a lot of work, but with the proper strategies you can impact more people more quickly. Today, we're recapping the latest Clubhouse room takeaways. Topics include: Production roles How to land great guests How to find virtual assistants How to get references and testimonials How to promote at live events and more! If you're building a show audience, this episode is designed to help you create better content in less time. Show references: Build your Team Record Clu...
Jul 23, 2021•26 min•Ep. 142
#141: Is your social media bringing you fresh leads? New clients? More downloads? It's ok, for most of us, the answer is no. We spend hours creating content, but get nothing in return. What are we doing wrong! There are 3 pillars to social media. You are likely missing the mark on one of these pillars. Giselle Ugarte is a social media strategist. She's shared stages with Gary Vaynerchuk and Brenden Burchard. She's been featured in Buzzfeed, E, MTV, Today, and more. Today, she's doing deep dive i...
Jul 19, 2021•40 min•Ep. 141
#140: Want to make better content in less time? You need a team. Of course you could always hire an agency, but that can be expensive. You also may find that you can perform some of the tasks, but others you can't. This episode is all about identifying the various roles you need filled. Unsure about building an entire team? Lets discuss how we can help! Email: contact@marksavantmedia.com _____________________________________________ 🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai 🚀 Get more leads with YouTube:...
Jul 16, 2021•9 min•Ep. 140
#139: It doesn't happen overnight. You don't collaborate with your hero at the start. But... If you implement the right tactics it will happen a whole lot sooner! Kate Casey hosts the mega popular podcast Reality Life, and has interviewed hundreds of reality celebrities. Want to get your favorite TV star on your podcast, Kate is laying down the gameplan. Kate shares advice on landing great guests, being a mompreneur, and creating income with Patreon. Reality Life Podcast Reality Life Group Reali...
Jul 12, 2021•45 min•Ep. 139
#137: Every great online business needs to think about communication. Communication with fans, clients, and leads is VITAL to your success! What does your website communicate? How long does it take you to respond to new requests? Are you communicating the right message to guests? Today, I'm breaking down common communication mistakes and how you can quickly correct them. Follow on Clubhouse https://mobilemonkey.com/ _____________________________________________ 🗞️ Newsletter: www.aiupdate.ai 🚀...
Jul 09, 2021•16 min•Ep. 138