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Happy Hour Hustle

8THIRTYFOUR834design.com
You’re listening to 8THIRTYFOUR’s award-winning* podcast, The Happy Hour Hustle. We offer listeners the chance to experience the musings (or ramblings depending on how many glasses of wine she’s had) of the one and only, Kimberly J. Bode as she interviews notable clients, upstanding community members, and random passersby. Publishing a new episode the first and third Tuesday of every month. *nominations and awards pending
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Episodes

Happy Hour Hustle #53: The Influencer Biz

Join Kim and Communications Associate, Delaney MacKenzie, as they talk about influencers. The two break down everything from what influencers are to how to have a successful influencer marketing campaign.

Oct 22, 202033 min

Happy Hour Hustle 51: Let's Talk EOS®

EOS, the Entrepreneurial Operating System, is pretty much the backbone of 8THIRTYFOUR. Join Kim and Jen as they discuss the nitty gritty of it, and how it helped the company become as successful as it is today.

Sep 03, 202044 minSeason 1Ep. 51

Happy Hour Hustle #50: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Kim

For the 50th episode of Happy Hour Hustle we decided to switch things up. A couple weeks ago, we put out a call for any and all questions to ask Kim. Nothing was off limits. Now, Rowan Leo, Account Manager, interviews Kim and asks all of your burning questions.

Aug 13, 202051 minSeason 1Ep. 50

Happy Hour Hustle #49: Why Digital and PR are Besties

Join Kim, along with Rowan, Account Manager, and Brianna, Public Relations Specialist, as the three discuss how digital and public relations rely on each other for maximum success.

Jul 02, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 49

Happy Hour Hustle #48: Legalities Around Reopening

Join Kim and Adam Zuwerink, from West Michigan Law ( https://westmichiganlaw.com/ ) as they discuss the confusion and legalities of going back to work post-coronavirus. Episode Notes: https://www.fastsigns.com/

Jun 19, 202033 minSeason 1Ep. 48

Happy Hour Hustle #47: Building Your Network as a Young Professional

Join Kim and her two youngest team members, Brianna Zimmer (Public Relations Specialist) and Erica Statly (Digital Lead). The two discuss their status as Grand Rapids "transplants" and how they've navigated not only adjusting to their new city but also expanding their network on both a professional and personal level.

Jun 04, 202030 minSeason 1Ep. 47

Happy Hour Hustle #46: Finding Stories That Don't Suck

Kim is joined today by her PR Specialist, Brianna Zimmer, as they discuss the ins and outs of thriving as a PR professional. The two talk about some of their favorite projects, what it takes to succeed and how to make a good story out of anything.

May 21, 202023 minSeason 46Ep. 1

Happy Hour Hustle #45: Digital Innovations During COVID-19

Join Kim and her digital team, Rowan Leo, Content Lead, and Erica Statly, Digital Lead. They talk about how COVID-19 is changing the way people look at technology, and how brands have had to adapt their ways to embrace digital.

May 07, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 45

Happy Hour Hustle #44: How to Freaking Take Care of Yourself

In this episode of Happy Hour Hustle, Kim is joined by 8THIRTYFOUR's Creative Lead, Chelsea Miller. The 8THIRTYFOUR team regards Chelsea as a self care professional. Kim and Chelsea discuss how to take care of yourself while navigating the mental and physical obstacles in quarantine.

Apr 22, 202033 minSeason 1Ep. 44

Happy Hour Hustle #43: Digital Ads vs. Social Isolation

Join Kim and her digital team, Rowan (Content Lead) and Erica (Digital Associate) as they discuss the impact digital can have for brands in today's world. The trio emphasize the importance of not being silent during this time, and provide their best tips for navigating the digital landscape during a pandemic.

Apr 06, 202030 minSeason 1Ep. 43

Happy Hour Hustle 41: Kickass as a Women Business Owner

Join Kim Bode and Mary DeYoung, owner of Gray Space Collaborative, as they talk about how to be a badass women in marketing. They discuss challenges they've encountered and overcome, and provide you with the knowledge to overcome them yourself.

Feb 28, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 41

Happy Hour Hustle #40: Special Edition: Nothing Party

Join Kim and Brianna Zimmer, PR Specialist and the event planner behind the Second Annual Nothing Party. Get the scoop on the party: what to wear, what to bring, what to expect, and where you can rsvp. Visit www.834design.com/nothing to RSVP!

Feb 20, 20208 minSeason 1Ep. 40

Happy Hour Hustle 39: How to Rock Your Next Internship

Join Kim and Delaney Mackenzie, the newest member of 8THIRTYFOUR and the Communications Associate. Today, Kim and Delaney discuss the importance of an internship, top tips for internship success, and how to hustle as a young professional.

Feb 13, 202022 minSeason 1Ep. 38

Happy Hour Hustle 38: Why Integrated Communications Rocks

Join Rowan, the 8THIRTYFOUR Content Lead, while they stand in for Kim, and Jen, Director of Client Success. The duo discusses integrated communications, the backbone of 8THIRTYFOUR. What is it? Why is it important? How can you implement it?

Jan 30, 202024 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Happy Hour Hustle 37: The Inside Scoop on 8THIRTYFOUR

Join Kim and the whole team at the first State of the Company for 2020. Get the inside scoop on what the team is looking forward to this year and their favorite part of working at 8THIRTYFOUR.

Jan 16, 202021 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Happy Hour Hustle 35: What to Ask Your Digital Team

Join Rowan, standing in for Kim, Chris Singel, Digital Director, and Erica Statly, Digital Associate. This is 8THIRTYFOUR's Digital Team and today they're unpackaging the confusing world of digital marketing and answering some commonly asked questions.

Dec 12, 201938 minSeason 1Ep. 35

Happy Hour Hustle #34: How to Align Your Sales and Marketing Strategy

Join Kim, Mia Jankowiak Director of Marketing & Events at the Grand Rapids Chamber, and Laura Traxler, Director of Membership. The trio discuss common misconceptions about sales and marketing and how the two use each other to fully function.

Nov 26, 201941 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Happy Hour Hustle 33: Starting a Small Business

Join Kim and Keri Kujala, owner of Special Occasions Event Rentals & Design, as they reflect on their journeys as small business owners and dish out tips, tricks and secrets for anyone beginning the journey themselves.

Nov 14, 201931 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Episode 32: Making Awesome Content to Break Through the Noise

Join Ro, content lead at 8THIRTYFOUR, and Chris, Digital Marketing Director at 8THIRTYFOUR. During this episode, they discuss the in's and out's of content marketing and how to align your strategy so it can cut through the noise.

Oct 31, 201930 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Happy Hour Hustle 31: Professionally Supporting a Cause

Join Kim and Chris Andrus, owner of Mitten Brewing in Grand Rapids, MI as they discuss the SmallBiz4Equality coalition and the different ways their businesses stand up for and support causes within the community.

Oct 17, 201944 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Happy Hour Hustle 30: How to Crush an Interview

Join Kim and Rowan Leo, Content Lead, and Erica Statly, Digital Associate, at 8THIRTYFOUR, as they give you the tips to you crush your next interview and secure your dream job.

Oct 03, 201936 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Happy Hour Hustle 28: Networking as a Young Person

Join Kim and Dr. Adrienne Wallace, GVSU Professor (among many other things), as they dish out honest tips on how to overcome the fear of putting yourself out there and networking as a young professional.

Aug 29, 201935 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Happy Hour Hustle 26: Proud to Be Basic

Join Kim, our Creative Lead, Chelsea, and Communications Associate, Morgan as they discuss all things basic and give the run down on our Basic Party happening later this month.

Aug 01, 201918 minEp. 26

Happy Hour Hustle 24: Kim is Not an Influencer

Kim sits down with 8THIRTYFOUR's Senior Account Executive, Emily Potts, to talk all things related to influencer marketing. Join them for this discussion on what it takes to create a killer influencer marketing strategy.

Jun 28, 201918 minEp. 24
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