A logo is the face of your brand. When it is seen out in the wild what does it say about your company? In this episode host, Andy Imholte, discusses his recent experience using a logo tournament website to develop a new logo. He shares tips and tricks and a warning to consider before you jump in the deep end of the pool. Subscribe on iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Sharp Auction Engine The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auct...
Jun 05, 2017•24 min
Every spring automobile auctioneers gather to compete for the World Automobile Auctioneer Championship title. To take us behind the scenes, Bobby D. Elhert traveled to the contest to catch the flavor of the event. With interviews and thoughts on the day this episode covers the whole day’s activities. Subscribe on iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher Today’s Sponsor The World Automobile Auctioneers Professional Association The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through t...
May 22, 2017•35 min
There is livestock auctions and then there are purebred cattle auctions. To dig into the difference host Peter Gehres is joined by Doak Lambert to discuss the ins and outs of purebred auctions. Subscribe on iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Global Auction Guide The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time...
May 15, 2017•16 min
Data and insights are major players in today’s marketing landscape, but what good are data points if you can’t visualize trends, success, or failure? In this episode host Andy Imholte discusses this very issue with Bryce Gartner, ICIMO Chief Experience Officer and national speaker. During the episode they discuss how much less intimidating data visualization has become and even highlight a few programs auction professionals can use. Subscribe on iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors S...
May 08, 2017•32 min
Competition can sharpen our skills raise the quality of those who choose to participate. It is no different for auctioneers. For this episode Andy Imholte sits down with 2009 International Auctioneers Women’s Division Champion Terri Walker. She shares how her IAC experience has shaped her professional life, and some great tips for those currently competing as well. Subscribe on iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Global Auction Guide BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small b...
May 01, 2017•23 min
The value of online auctions is obvious, but the security of online services is not. In this episode host, Andy Imholte is joined by returning guest, and attorney George Michak to discuss online auction liability. Knowing how to approach the dangers of service failures will help you prepare for the worst, while still providing the best service possible. Subscribe on iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Sharp Auction Engine BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business buil...
Apr 24, 2017•24 min
Bose, one of the most trusted brand names among consumer electronics brands did not get that way overnight. In this episode, guest host Bobby D. Ehlert will explore the origins of Bose and just what auction professionals can learn to better their own businesses. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Global Auction Guide BidWrangler Episode Links Zombie Loyalists The Disney Experience The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers a...
Apr 17, 2017•19 min
As a special replay of our most popular stand alone episode, we breakdown how to win an auctioneer contest with the 2015 IAC Men’s Division Champion Peter Gehres. Because this initially aired in April of 2015 it was a very interesting glimpse into the mind of the man who was about to win the IAC only 3 3 months later. The 5 keys to remember with entering a bid calling contest Understand the contest Honest self assessment, and start to practice Know how to lose Know how to win Persistence Subscri...
Apr 10, 2017•25 min
Every July the National Auctioneer Associations elects 1 individual to serve as Vice President. In this episode we hear from 2017 candidate Darron Meares. The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.
Apr 03, 2017•33 min
Every July the National Auctioneer Associations elects 1 individual to serve as Vice President. In this episode we hear from 2017 candidate Tim Mast. The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.
Apr 03, 2017•25 min
Each year 1 week in April is set aside as National Auctioneers Week, and it's filled with opportunities for auction professionals to share their love the business through organized activities on social media. In this episode host Andy Imholte is joined by National Auctioneers Association Director of Publications and Tradeshows, Curtis Kitchen. As staff liaison to the Promotions Committee, Curtis shares some of the great programs and activities all auction professionals can participate in to shar...
Mar 27, 2017•22 min
Auction professionals are responsible for large amounts of sensitive information, both for themselves and their clients. One of the keys to keeping that information safe online is implementing a system to handle passwords. In this episode, host Aaron Traffas talks about the requirements for creating good passwords and explores some of the features of a popular password management system. Subscribe on iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Sharp Auction Engine BidWrangler Episode Links ...
Mar 20, 2017•12 min
Most auction professionals find themselves bending their own rule occasionally on a case by case basis, but flexibility could lead to lawsuits. In this episode host, Andy Imholte is joined by returning guest, and attorney George Michak to discuss discretion and bidder qualification. Know the difference between bending a rule and breaking a rule. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Global Auction Guide BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen t...
Mar 13, 2017•34 min
Competition can sharpen our skills raise the quality of those who choose to participate. It is no different for auctioneers. For this episode Peter Gehres sits down with 1992 IAC & WAAC Champion, Shane Ratliff. He shares how her IAC experience has shaped his professional life, and some great tips for those currently competing as well. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Sharp Auction Engine BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through ...
Mar 06, 2017•19 min
There is something attractive about the "set it, and forget it" approach to marketing, but marketing campaigns are more complicated than ever...or are they? In this episode host Andy Imholte welcomes back John Schultz and they discuss how to use the machine learning built into Facebook to set up an ever evolving campaign for your next auction. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Global Auction Guide BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen thr...
Feb 27, 2017•26 min
In this podcast we will explore the features of the mutli billion dollar Amazon.com marketplace and what we can learn from their growth, timing, business practices and functionality. What are you personally or your company doing that could be brought to the same level as one of the largest customer service companies in the world. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Sharp Auction Engine BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens ...
Feb 20, 2017•24 min
This is the time of year when many companies take stock of their processes and procedures. Knowing every step of a successful process is key to building an amazing business. In this episode host Andy Imholte speaks with Megan McCurdy Niedens about the exercise her company takes each year to document every step of their extensive auction process. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Global Auction Guide BidWrangler The photo that inspired this episode: The Fast Talking Podcast is a sma...
Feb 13, 2017•23 min
The truth of the auction industry is we are often dealing with sellers in distress. However, there is a very exciting section of the market dealing in non-distressed items. To talk about his experience working with and securing this type of work, Scott King joins host Andy Imholte to share the approach he has developed after years of success. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Sharp Auction Engine BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen thro...
Feb 06, 2017•24 min
Building a great team starts with the interview. What questions you ask and how you evaluate possible candidates can be the most important part of your job. For this live recorded episode, Russ Hilk of Wavebid and Tim Peters of BidWrangler sit down with host Andy Imholte for the Minnesota State Auctioneers Association conference & show. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Global Auction Guide BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen throug...
Jan 30, 2017•28 min
It can be a challenge keeping up with trends, and apps are developed so quickly it is even difficult to know what to try. In this episode host Andy Imholte digs into YOUR recommendations and presents the top 5 apps you should try for your business. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Sharp Auction Engine BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strat...
Jan 23, 2017•24 min
The only more important than keeping up with current marketing trends, is knowing what trends are coming in the future. In this episode Andy Imholte sits down with professional speaker and author of the book Future Marketing, Jon Wuebben, and they breakdown a few key points about his latest book. Jon also talks about his upcoming speaking engagement at the National Auctioneers Association Marketing Summit, and why you can’t afford to miss the event. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsor...
Jan 16, 2017•30 min
Competition can sharpen our skills raise the quality of those who choose to participate. It is no different for auctioneers. For this episode Andy Imholte sits down with 1996 International Auctioneers Women’s Division Champion Renee Jones. She shares how her IAC experience has shaped her professional life, and some great tips for those currently competing as well. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Sharp Auction Engine BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business buildin...
Jan 09, 2017•44 min
Understanding auction law is more than just having a license to practice. When it comes to topics like Secret Reserves, it is important to understand the legal challenges auction professionals can face. In this episode host Andy Imholte is joined by returning guest Mike Brandly to discuss the perceived gray area of secret reserves and how it is much more black and white than some people would lead you to believe. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Global Auction Guide BidWrangler Th...
Jan 02, 2017•20 min
The first time I opened the app and requested a ride and watched as my car pulled up to my hotel, I knew Uber was onto something. In this episode of Auction VS. Uber, host Andy Imholte explained the transportation network giant and just what busy auction professionals can learn from this groundbreaking company. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Episode Links Freakenomics Uber episode 4 Business Lessons that can be Learned from Uber Today’s Sponsors Sharp Auction Engine BidWrangler The Fast Talking ...
Dec 19, 2016•14 min
For over 4 years the Fast Talking Podcast has provided great education for auction professionals so why not look back at what you may have missed?!?! As the podcast hits the 150 episode milestone, host Andy Imholte takes some time to look back at the last 50 episodes to share his top 5 favorites. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Global Auction Guide BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction profess...
Dec 12, 2016•14 min
Education is the first goal of this podcast and for this episode we take a look a premier auctioneer education program that has been around for 40 years. The Certified Auctioneers Institute (CAI) has been helping auction professionals in a powerful way, and for this episode Whitey Mason join host Andy Imholte to explain why. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Sharp Auction Engine BidWrangler Episode Link: CAI Registration The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast...
Dec 06, 2016•33 min
A major challenge when starting a benefit auction company if finding qualified clients with which to work. In this episode host Andy Imholte is joined by Trisha Brauer, Benefit Auctioneer Specialist Instructor, to discuss lead generation and building. Resources InfoUS.com Society for Nonprofits International Society of Event Specialists Association of Fundraising Professionals National Council of Nonprofits Guidestar.org Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Global Auction Guide BidWra...
Nov 28, 2016•32 min
When it comes time to market and promote a truly remarkable property standard practices may need to be thrown out the window. In this episode host Andy Imholte is joined by John John Genovese of Malama Auctions to discuss a recent marquee property he sold, and what he did to make it standout in the marketplace. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Sharp Auction Engine BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and ...
Nov 20, 2016•35 min
Auction Marketing can often go beyond postcards and Facebook ads, but when is it time to bring a professional? To discuss her experience hiring PR Firms to assist with auction promotion Beth Rose joins host Andy Imholte for a discussion regarding this rarely used resource. Her experience and obvious results are worth considering next time you have a story that needs to be told! Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Global Auction Guide BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a small bu...
Nov 14, 2016•24 min
Competition can sharpen our skills raise the quality of those who choose to participate. It is no different for auctioneers. For this episode we sit down with 1987 World Livestock Auction Champion, 1993 World Automobile Auctioneers Champion and 2003 International Auctioneers Champion Jeff Stokes. He shares some powerful stories about his journey through his career with a thankful heart. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Today’s Sponsors Sharp Auction Engine BidWrangler The Fast Talking Podcast is a...
Nov 07, 2016•33 min
