Scott Hartley is a serial entrepreneur who understands the challenges small business owners face. He built his small town, residential IT services company into a multi-six-figure business from scratch.  Combining his real-world experience with his never-ending thirst for knowledge, he now helps small business owners shortcut their path to success using time-tested marketing strategies and automation. https://HitTheInboxBook.com  https://www.MasterPlan4Success.com Don't forget to start your $2.99/mo subscription to the Networking and Marketing Made Simple podcast to unlock a bonus episode every single Friday by using this link: https://anchor.fm/scottaaron/subscribe

In today's episode, Nancy and I talk about the 3 big reasons why you spend more time on LinkedIn: ​​​​​​​ 1. Where is your target audience spending their time? 2. Do you know the deeper demographics of your target audience? 3. What is the real difference between lead generation and client acquisition?  Here is the registration link for our 5-Day LinkedIn Workshop: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/AtoEonLinkedinWorkshopApril2023

As CEO of Value Prop, Jose Palomino has helped over 100 B2B businesses unlock over $250M in new growth. He has decades of experience helping B2B business owners work through and overcome their strategic, marketing, and sales challenges. Jose is also the author of the foundational book Value Prop and host of Business Growth on Purpose. He holds an MBA from Villanova University where he teaches MBA candidates Strategic Marketing Management and Entrepreneurial Marketing. He’s also shared international speaking platforms with the likes of noted business strategy experts like John Warrillow, Flint McLaughlin, Jonah Berger, and others. Value Prop Jose Palomino Don't forget to start your subscription to the Networking and Marketing Made Simple podcast by using this link to unlock a bonus episode every single Friday here: https://anchor.fm/scottaaron/subscribe

There are so many amazing and incredible features and strategies on LinkedIn, it was hard to pick just 3.  But after conducting a market research poll of 200 people, 87% admitted that they are not taking full advantage of what LinkedIn has to offer us.  Here are the 3 Features/Strategies that will help you and your business grow in 2023: 1. Creator Mode 2. LinkedIn Company Pages 3. Push Notification Messages/Content Engaging Start your subscription today:   https://anchor.fm/scottaaron/subscribe Check out my LinkedIn Profile Here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottaaroncoach/

Nathan is an active Football (Soccer) Referee, from the UK, with an off-the-field story that he uses to inspire and improve the lives of referees of all ages and levels. Managing Director of The Third Team where he supports referees by making them aware of all things related to Resilience and Mental Toughness to Enhance their Performance and Improve their Mental Health. In addition, he works with schools, colleges, universities, and industries communicating similar messages through the vehicle of refereeing. Mental Health Ambassador, Autism Charity Trustee, and Speaker. The Third Team Website: https://thethirdteam.co.uk/ Online Course Link: https://thethirdteam.kartra.com/page/refereeingwithconfidence LinkedIn Personal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-sherratt-508634137/ The Third Team LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/19248477 Don't forget to unlock a bonus episode every single Friday by starting your subscription to Networking and Marketing Made Simple here: https://anchor.fm/scottaaron/subscribe

In today's episode, Nancy and I take a deep look into what the 3 phases of entrepreneurship are, and what we can do as business owners to properly move through each phase with grace and ease:  1. Inception Phase 2. Growth Phase 3. Scaling Phase Get notified of when we are doing all of our workshops this year by signing up for our workshop reminder emails here:  www.thetimetogrow.com/workshops

Who Is Joshua? A Voice for the Voiceless A Voice for the Voiceless, Media Missionary, Producer, Best Selling Author, and Award Winning Filmmaker, Joshua T Berglan aka The World's Mayor is driven to elevate others' passion, purpose and mission. Joshua is the Executive Chairman of the Live Mana Worldwide Foundation, a non-profit media organization that provides services to the youth and those who are working to rehabilitate their lives like ex-convicts, addicts, trafficking victims, and the mentally "unique". The Live Mana Worldwide Foundation produces films, tv shows, publishes books, and provides full media services for those who need it most and has been responsible for creating the #1 International Best Selling Book and Award Winning Film, The Devil Inside Me with Joshua and his wife Jessica.  Joshua is the host of multiple broadcasts, all self-hosted and distributed worldwide through print, audio, and video formats through his exclusive service, Media Company in a Box. Joshua's broadcasts do not fit into any one category, hence having multiple "shows", however at his core, he delivers messages of truth, hope, and inspiration. Joshua's audience will hear him speak about Media, Faith, New Media, Sexuality, HIV, Mental Health, Identity, Addiction, the Occult, Relationships, Conspiracy, Jesus, Purpose and Destiny, and Civil Rights Issues, and his interviews will showcase anyone he finds interesting. Find out more at: https://joshuatberglan.com/ Don't forget to download my FREE 6 Steps To A Perfect LinkedIn Profile Here:  https://networkacademy.kartra.com/page/OptimizeLinkedin?fbclid=IwAR12B9sfyv5r0zqM0vnG0dCSew15jXcT7gjQW-zoYM1o_lAfXu4dquZu0p4

What we are going to dive into today are the 3 basic things you need to do to have success on LinkedIn from a foundational standpoint.  1. Optimize Your Profile 2. Build the right kind of network of connections 3. Provide value-added content 3x per week Sign up or learn more about BYOB Social here: https://byobsocialposting.com/ Download my FREE Infograph here: https://networkacademy.kartra.com/page/OptimizeLinkedin?fbclid=IwAR12B9sfyv5r0zqM0vnG0dCSew15jXcT7gjQW-zoYM1o_lAfXu4dquZu0p4 Make sure to use coupon code 5LAYERS to get free access to my 5 Layers Of LinkedIn Course Check out my LinkedIn Profile here for an example: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottaaroncoach/

Raj Goodman Anand is the founder of Goodman Lantern, a team of content creators that help businesses boost their conversion rates. At Goodman Lantern we strongly believe in gender equality and women’s economic empowerment. So much so that 90% of our existing team are women. An engineer by profession, he has founded three startups, raised capital, and taken one venture from zero to acquisition. He has not only had a flourishing career within startups but also with large and mid-sized organizations, working on launching startups or new products within them. Products he has built have made companies an income in excess of €45m. Raj has also won BusinessWeek’s Europe’s Young Entrepreneur (2007) and has been named one of Revolution Magazine’s 50 Most Influential People in Digital (2009). He has spoken at various venues including the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, British Library, and several universities including LSE. Raj and his entrepreneurial ventures have had coverage in The Telegraph, Guardian, BusinessWeek, and Observer. About Goodman Lantern Goodman Lantern provides content that helps our customers boost their conversion rates. Our writing team consists of native English speakers with highly sought-after skill sets. Our team members specialize in marketing, branding, SEO, and social media. We help our clients establish a recognizable brand and develop content that will influence their audience, resulting in sales, and creating brand awareness. To combat the existing economic disparity between men and women, Goodman Lantern is committed to creating more opportunities for women within the technology and marketing sectors.  Social media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajanand/ https://twitter.com/RajAnand Website: http://goodmanlantern.com/ http://humanify.ai/ Don't forget to download my FREE infograph on the 6 steps to a perfect LinkedIn profile here:  https://networkacademy.kartra.com/page/OptimizeLinkedin?fbclid=IwAR12B9sfyv5r0zqM0vnG0dCSew15jXcT7gjQW-zoYM1o_lAfXu4dquZu0p4

One of the biggest thorns in entrepreneurs' sides is creating content. We consistently hear from people that they wished they had a simple and easy way to create content for social media that engaged their audience and built their business simultaneously.  Here are the 3 keys on how to do just that:  1. Identify Your Niche (your target audience) 2. Choose Your Pillar Content To Create (video, podcast, or blog) 3. Pick A Content Posting Schedule (your frequency of posting) Register for our free content creation workshop happening all this week here:  https://www.thetimetogrow.com/febcontentcreationworkshop

About Richard Kaufman and his podcast: The Vertical Momentum Podcast is where you can come and feel like you belong.  Our Podcast’s goal is to make sure that we are providing you with content that will help you become more resilient.  We would like our guests to feel uplifted and feel as if they can conquer the world after listening to one of our experts.  To that end, we strive to source and present guests that will add value to your life and overall well-being. Experienced General Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the retail industry. Skilled in Management, Coaching, Sales, Direct Sales, and Inventory Management. Strong sales professional with a Sports nutrition focused in Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services from Stratford career institute. I have worked with members of the WWE MMA AND FORMER HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION OF THE WORLD. Find out more here: https://verticalmomentumpodcast.com/ Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile For FREE Here!

It is so important to take time away from work and even social media. Until this morning, for the past four days, Nancy and I traveled with two of our dearest friends to Vermont for three incredible days of skiing in Killington. We rented a house in the middle of the woods, where there was barely any Wi-Fi signal, so there was no real opportunity for us to even be on social media, let alone our phones. Also partaking in an activity, such as skiing, forces you to be present in everything that you’re doing, and who you’re doing it with. I can’t express to all of you, enough, the importance of giving your mind and yourself this much-needed rest and break from everything that we do personally and professionally. Don't forget to register for our FREE Content Creation Workshop from Feb 27th - Mar 2nd here: https://lnkd.in/e5R3RRhV

Jared is the founder of Hivelead marketing and has been a media buyer for the past 13 years.  Jared and his team help B2C businesses generate leads with Google mediums, such as Search, Display, Youtube, and Performance Max.  Jared and his team are Adskills certified media buyers, and they also help many marketing companies as a white-label service. Thanks, Jared Berryman Hivelead Founder Google Partner https://www.hiveleadmarketing.com (817) 349-7706 Download my FREE LinkedIn Profile Optimizer HERE

In the many LinkedIn polls, I have conducted on the things that most frustrate the users on the platform, what takes the cake each and every time is the way that people are spamming and selling to their networks. This is a big pet peeve of mine as well, but there is a way to spot a sales pitch that is coming your way: 1. The generic "I'd like to add you to my professional network" note was added to a connection request. 2. An immediate 18-paragraph long drunk-a-log message sent after accepting a connection request. 3. Any note, comment, or message that makes a bold promise Want to get more consistent in creating content on social media?  Register for our FREE Content Creation Workshop here:  https://www.thetimetogrow.com/febcontentcreationworkshop

About Dave Adderson and YouTopia: Katherine and David were frustrated with impersonal number-crunching within the accountancy industry. They felt they could add more value to their clients by offering a new experience. They wanted to create an environment in which innovation is valued over tradition, collaboration over anonymity, and which tailors its approach to the needs and character of your business. Your own utopia: a Youtopia. Our Vision To simplify your financial processes by using the latest technology, giving you the time and know-how to achieve your goals. To lead change by staying ahead of advances in financial technology, market knowledge, and services. To collaborate with you on your business finances - empowering your decision-making process and encouraging growth. To evolve together. Find out more at: https://www.youtopia.co.uk/ Click here to optimize your LinkedIn Profile for FREE

In this episode, Nancy and I talk about everything from our marriage, how we met, being in therapy, and how we should never settle for a mediocre life.  One of our favorite books is "The 5 Love Languages" by Gary Chapman, and you can grab a copy HERE Do you want to learn how to create consistent content on social media?  Sign up for our FREE content creation workshop from February 27th - March 2nd here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/febcontentcreationworkshop

About Brandi Mowles: "I’M HERE TO TELL YOU THAT YES IT CAN, FRIEND. YES. IT. CAN. AND IT CAN BE SOOOOO MUCH SIMPLER THAN WHAT YOU’RE HEARING OUT ON THOSE CRAZY INTERNET STREETS. My chef husband calls me “The Queen of Making Messes in the Kitchen.” But I prefer “The Queen of Keeping It Simple.” I help online business owners scale to 6 figures and beyond with honest-to-goodness simplicity. Whether you’re a service provider trying to earn consistent monthly income or you’re ready to create a second stream of revenue with a digital course or membership, there’s a clear path to getting there that doesn’t involve a black belt in funnels, automation, and tripwires IF YOU STARTED YOUR BUSINESS SO YOU COULD ACTUALLY HAVE TIME TO ENJOY YOUR LIFE, I’M YOUR GIRL. Fast forward a few months, and it was time for me to figure out how to bring in some money, without having to miss precious moments with my baby girl.  I started my online business as a general virtual assistant when she was 5 months old.  That was a little more than 2 years ago. In that time, I’ve grown my business from a one-on-one 6-figure service provider to a 7-figure membership and course creator. Today, I have an amazing online business that allows me to take spontaneous vacays, clock out in time to wake my daughter up from her afternoon nap, and spend weekends on the boat (and actually be able to buy a boat!). It may sound like one of those too-good-to-be-true success stories that make you think, “Oh, that could never be me.” Connect with and learn more at: https://brandimowles.com/ If you'd like to be considered for our Expert Authority Mastermind, click this link to learn more and book a call:  https://www.thetimetogrow.com/expertauthority

I conducted a poll over the weekend about the rise in spam on LinkedIn, and if it has affected the response rate of those who are genuinely using the platform. Of the nearly 130 votes, 77% said yes it has affected them in a negative way. If this doesn't improve on the user side, LinkedIn will take some sort of action against those who are using the platform improperly. But what can we do to prevent and not add to the spam? 1. Only add notes to connection requests if you know the person, or if there is a personal connection. 2. Never use any automated services to message and connect for you 3. Do not sell or pitch to your new connection in your initial message Which do you feel you need to improve with? LinkedIn User Agreement: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/user-agreement#dos Unlock a weekly bonus episode by starting your $2.99 subscription to my podcast here: https://anchor.fm/scottaaron/subscribe Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile For Free with My "Perfect Profile" Infographic at www.scottaaron.net

“Everything, from conversations to automobiles, stand on the design of an experience. For the past 20 years, Hiromi Matsumoto has been the architect of hundreds of such experiences for large corporations like 3M and grassroots projects like Smartthings.  Today he weaves and pulls the threads of these experiences in a podcast that tells the stories of entrepreneurs who have reached elusive heights." Direct link to Scott Aaron episode: https://link.chtbl.com/_W67zaU5 Register for the "Personal Branding Blueprint" here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/PersonalBrandIntensive

I conducted a poll last week asking my network and audience if they felt too many people are using LinkedIn like FB or IG. Of the 160 + who voted, 71% felt like yes, people are. I would have to tend to agree, but there are 3 types of content in particular that you 100% want to steer clear of on LinkedIn: 1. Polarzing type content 2. Scandalous images 3. Anything that doesn't have a lesson or lead back to business or professional advice Of the 3 mentioned, which do you feel people on LinkedIn are doing too much of? #linkedin #content #contentcreation #personalbranding Unlock Bonus Episodes Here:  https://anchor.fm/scottaaron/subscribe

Frenchie Ferenczi is a growth + marketing strategist for overwhelmed (but seriously ambitious) experts and creatives. She keeps small business owners stay close to the money and on the path to revenue growth.  From having sold-out launches to spending more time with their kids, she empowers her clients to achieve their most significant business goals without falling victim to the business grind. Website: www.frenchieferenczi.com Workshop:https://frenchieferenczi.com/fk-manifesting Don't forget to unlock your bonus podcast episodes with my private subscription here: https://anchor.fm/scottaaron/subscribe

There are many features that LinkedIn offers us to move the needle of our businesses and brand forward.  That is why I love this platform so much.  There is an overabundance of ways to leverage LinkedIn, but which ones should we take advantage of this coming year. Today, I am going to go into great detail about the 10 LinkedIn features you need to take advantage of in 2023, part 2! So here are features 6-10:  6. The LinkedIn "Call To Action" Profile Link 7. The "LinkedIn Bell" 8. The "Add To Featured" Option for the "LinkedIn Featured Content Section 9. LinkedIn Live Events 10. Bulk Notifications Feature Register for our personal branding workshop here:  https://www.thetimetogrow.com/PersonalBrandIntensive

About Gary Miles: "I have been practicing law for more than four decades. I have been a trial lawyer, managing partner, leader, and entrepreneur. I love helping folks solve their problems. I am passionate about showing people how to free themselves from the prisons that entrap them, whether that is financial, emotional, or physical. So many lawyers are stressed and overwhelmed in their practice. I provide tangible, practical tools to help my clients overcome their obstacles freeing them to enjoy the success and fulfillment they have always craved.  My goal is to allow my clients to be what they never thought they could be. I can easily be reached through LinkedIn; or by email at [email protected]". My website is www.garymiles.net Register for the "Personal Branding Blueprint" here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/PersonalBrandIntensive

There are many features that LinkedIn offers us to move the needle of our businesses and brand forward.    That is why I love this platform so much.    There is an overabundance of ways to leverage LinkedIn, but which ones should we take advantage of this coming year?   Today, I am going to go into great detail about the 10 LinkedIn features you need to take advantage of in 2023.    I am going to do this in 2 parts.   So here are features 1-5:    1. LinkedIn Polls   2. LinkedIn Video   3. LinkedIn Newsletters   4. LinkedIn Clickable Link   5. LinkedIn Audio Rooms   Register for our personal branding workshop here:  https://www.thetimetogrow.com/PersonalBrandIntensive

Wendy Weiss is the founder of the Salesology® Prospecting Method that generates predictable sales revenue. She is an author, speaker, sales trainer, and sales coach and is recognized as a leading authority on lead generation, new business development, and sales. Clients include Avon Products, ADP, New York Life, and thousands of entrepreneurs worldwide. Wendy has been featured in the New York Times, BusinessWeek, Entrepreneur Magazine, Selling Power, Inc, Forbes, and other business and sales publications.  She is the author of The Sales Winner’s Handbook Essential Strategies to Skyrocket Sales Performance and Cold Calling for Women Opening Doors & Closing Sales. A former ballet dancer, Wendy believes everything she knows in life and business she learned in ballet class. From warmups to rehearsals, she shows her clients how to perform at their best and close all the sales they need. Free Gift: 81 Tools to Grow Your Sales & Your Business Faster, More Easily & More Profitably Save hours of work tracking down the right prospecting and sales resources and/or digital tools that every business owner and the salesperson needs. https://wendyweiss.isrefer.com/go/81-tools/SA/ Register for the "Personal Branding Blueprint" here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/PersonalBrandIntensive

THE 3 BEST PIECES OF CONTENT TO POST ON LINKEDIN EACH WEEK:  For some, this is a clear-cut answer, and for others, it is still a topic that leads to confusion, overwhelm, and inconsistencies.  There are many forms of content that can be created on LinkedIn, but in my humble and honest opinion, there are 3 clear winners as far as the ones that should be posted each week on LinkedIn: 1. LinkedIn Video (live or pre-recorded) 2. LinkedIn Poll Questions 3. LinkedIn Newsletter Editions Sign up for the "Personal Branding Blueprint" Workshop Here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/PersonalBrandIntensive

John Hinson is the Editorial Director for Spotlight Branding, a content marketing agency designed to help solo and small legal and financial firms increase referrals and attract the right clients through content that educates and creates top-of-mind awareness. John is also the host of two popular podcasts, The Law Firm Marketing Minute and Center Stage. Find out more here: www.spotlightbranding.com Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile with my Free "Perfect Profile" Infograph HERE

LINKEDIN HAS AN AWESOME NEW FEATURE TO GENERATE LEADS! Yes, they have done it again! LinkedIn has made it even easier to stay connected to our current connections with the "Bulk Notifications Feature". This new feature is a great way to stay in touch with your connections daily and even turn those connections into clients. Here are the 3 advantages and ways to use this new feature: 1. Allows you to stay connected to your connections a week at a time 2. If a response comes in, the door of opportunity is opened for you 3. As you build your network, the numbers are in your favor Grab a copy of Nancy's new book here:  https://www.amazon.com/Build-Personal-Brand-Social-Media/dp/1088066887

About Michele:  Michele was born the daughter of a single Latina mother and worked her way into executive leadership. She founded Hartmetrics with the belief that everyone should be acknowledged for their talents and encouraged to pursue their dreams regardless of their resources. Michele is a mentor with a passion for creating positive change for both individuals and organizations. The mission of Hartmetrics is to empower leaders who find themselves navigating the complexity of imposter syndrome by helping them implement systems to achieve their desired outcomes for positive growth. Winner of the 2021 Small Business Success Award Executive Leadership Consultant and Career Coach at Hartmetrics Consulting Experience 25+ Year Travel Industry Veteran & Advocate MBC, PBC, DRC. DEI Consultant Talent Optimization Consultant, PI Partner Podcast Host Keynote Speaker for nonprofit and for-profit organizations and conferences Connect with Michele Here:  Michele Delgado CEO, Hartmetrics | 551-265-5032 [email protected] Website Subscribe to Hartmetrics Newsletter Hart Inspired Book a Call Get on Nancy's New Book Waitlist Here:  https://www.thetimetogrow.com/book-waitlist

Like it or not, Social Media is here to stay.   But like anything, there are best and bad uses of our time.   What I wanted to go over in today's training are the three best uses of LinkedIn and with your time on LinkedIn:   1. Build a network full of business opportunities  2. Establish as many business relationships as possible   3. Provide as much free education and information about your zone of genius or niche as possible Get on Nancy's New Book Release Waitlist Here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/book-waitlist

About Carla Cherry:  Before helping coaches 👉 I was a producer 🤩 for Larry King & more (see below) Showrunner credits include: - Larry King's digital, celebrity talk show (Collector’s Cafe / Ora TV) 300+ episodes - Larry King's "8-camera, live audience" TV talk show (Collector's Cafe / BiteSizeTV) - "Inside Versailles" After-Show (Netflix /Ovation / 2017) ACCOMPLISHMENTS: * "Inside Versailles" After Show (Creator/Showrunner - 2017) - over 665K views on Facebook * “Women of Versailles” Marketing campaign video (Producer/Editor) - garnered major advertising sponsorship from Volkswagen * Booked celebrities including: Tiffany Haddish, Cheech Marin, Betsey Johnson, Kat Von D, Tom Green, DJ Kaskade, Dick Van Dyke, John Fogerty, Rev Run (Run DMC), Debbie Allen and more on a Larry King hosted talk show. * Jim Henson's "Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas" pop culture throwback video - (Producer/Editor) 2.2 M views - highest video count in Ovation’s history (2017) Connect with Carla: https://carlacherry.co/ Download My Free LinkedIn Gift Here: www.scottaaron.net Unlock Bonus Friday Episodes Of This Podcast By Subscribing To The Podcast Membership Here: https://anchor.fm/scottaaron/subscribe

One of the biggest questions I get is, "What should I post on LinkedIn to build my business?" The second biggest question behind the first one is, "On what days is it best to post content on LinkedIn?" What we are going to cover in this training is what to post and when on LinkedIn: 1. Monday - Value Added LinkedIn Live or Native Video 2. Wednesday - Market Research Poll For Future Content 3. Friday - Long Form Post/Article Based On Wednesday's Poll Question Nancy's Waitlist For  "How To Build Your Personal Brand On Social Media":  https://www.thetimetogrow.com/book-waitlist Unlock Bonus Friday Episodes Of This Podcast By Subscribing To The Podcast Membership Here: https://anchor.fm/scottaaron/subscribe

About Kristy Yoder: "I am the Founder and CEO of Smart VAs and the host of The Master Delegator Podcast, where I teach entrepreneurs and leaders to grow their businesses by delegating and hiring virtual assistants. As a multi-skilled leader, I humbly worked my way from being a freelance virtual assistant and digital marketer to becoming an entrepreneur. I am passionate about helping stressed, and overwhelmed business owners get their time, freedom, and life back while running a successful business. I built and trained a team based in the Philippines to help business owners scale their businesses while living a freedom-filled lifestyle. I have a team of more than 70+  and have served more than 200 businesses in the US together with my team since 2019. I grew my business from $0 to now close to 7-figure revenue and desire to help business owners achieve their business goals." Learn more about Kristy and her agency at: https://www.kristyyoder.com/ Want to get optimize your LinkedIn Profile? Download my FREE Infograph here: www.scottaaron.net

In this episode, we are going to talk about the three ways how to get more people to engage with the content you create on LinkedIn:  1. Use LinkedIn Polls To Your Advantage 2. Give Actionable and Tangible Tips They Can Apply To Their Businesses 3. Make Sure Your Content Is CLEAR, CONCISE, AND SIMPLE Get on Nancy's Book Launch Waitlist for Her 1st Book...."How To Build Your Personal Brand On Social Media": https://www.thetimetogrow.com/book-waitlist

Allan specializes in scaling businesses and helping entrepreneurs transform an idea into multimillion-dollar enterprises.  About Allan and his podcast:  This podcast is designed for entrepreneurs to help those wanting to grow or start their businesses. Whether you want to go out on your own, are an owner of a successful company, or looking to take it to the next level, this podcast is for you. Discussions will focus on marketing, financial statements, personnel development, Goal setting, and much more! “Allan is the perfect blend of coach and mentor to help me achieve my dreams as a small business entrepreneur. Dreams are not achieved without executing a plan that addresses the realities we face, both now and in the future. With only my perspective, I’m unaware of my blindspots—unseen opportunities and lurking dangers—until tough experience shows them to me! With Allan, however, I have an objective, credible and down-to-earth resource that helps me navigate these challenges I am facing so I can hone and execute my plans and then achieve my dreams.”-Kenny S. “My time with Allan was well spent.  He is extremely knowledgeable in the Pest Control industry and helped me to think more clearly about my business.  I would encourage anyone looking for a mentor or a fresh perspective to reach out to Allan.  I also felt that he genuinely cared about my business and wanted to help make me more successful.” –Harvey J. “Allan has done a great job bringing valuable guests into his podcast episodes – I’m looking forward to the guests of the upcoming season. Among other businesses, Allan has built a very successful pest control service business, so his podcast is an excellent resource for pest control company owners like me.” – Tom M. “Allan Draper has proven to be a business expert and has given me tons of sound advice. He often says the phrase, “It depends…” because he realizes each business, their situation, goals, and desires are different, so he gives custom-tailored advice! A wise man you can trust!”-Jake I. Learn more about Allan and his podcast here: https://allandraper.com/ DOWNLOAD MY FREE LINKEDIN INFOGRAPH HERE: www.scottaaron.net

One of the biggest problems on LinkedIn right now is all the notes being added on LinkedIn.  In some instances, it is ok to add one, but most of the time, we receive many canned and spammy requests with the notes attached.  If you are going to add a note, here is when you should: 1. You know the person 2. You were referred to connect with them by someone else 3. You heard that person speak on a podcast or even read their book It's not too late to register for the FREE LinkedIn Workshop tonight.  SIGN UP HERE

Tori Barker is the Principal/Owner of Creative Marketing, a digital marketing, brand strategy, and consulting company. After an extensive career in corporate marketing, Tori was committed to launching a company that was innovative, creative, and committed to providing hands-on support and consulting services while partnering with small, mid-size businesses and entrepreneurs throughout various industries in California and beyond. Creative Marketing provides clients with strategic planning for their business or project development while delivering tangible results and guidance through all process stages. Tori's years of experience have given her a keen intuition about what will work best for each client’s needs and wants from their business or project. Tori is a passionate, family-oriented, empathetic and trustworthy business leader who has spent her career building relationships with clients, colleagues, and communities. Tori's success comes from her ability to listen deeply, understand the perspectives of others, and help them find their own solutions. Personally, Tori lives in Lincoln, CA, with her wife and two sons, she has a passion for art, she is a lifelong learner, loves finding new ways to solve problems, thinking outside of the box, and ultimately helping people. Check Tori out at: https://www.creativemarketingsacramento.com/ Download my free LinkedIn Profile Infograph at www.scottaaron.net

Something that we are looking to do is increase our sales and income for our businesses.  But for some, it presents more challenges than expected.  Over the last ten years of leveraging LinkedIn for our businesses and company, I have found that there are three specific ways to close more sales on LinkedIn in the long term:  1. Vet out and connect with your niche market (ideal client) 2. Message people in a way where they would respond 3. Don't seek to close people on the first call (seek to build trust first)  Don't forget to register for our FREE "4 Layers Of LinkedIn" Workshop here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/cybermondayworkshop

About Gail Seymor:  Here's the deal. The Mentors Coaching Provider Training is free for everyone. You can start today and build your online learning business with no barrier to entry. The Mentors Coaching platform is also free to start. You can create free or paid self-paced or instructor-led courses with or without proof and completion certificates, including commitment mode options. You can sell or schedule chat support, group sessions such as coaching, webinars, workshops, etc., and one-to-one single or packed sessions.  And you can do all this with no monthly fee, just a simple commission structure that means if you don't earn, you don't pay. Of course, there's a catch... Here's the thing: The other part of our philosophy is that getting your clients results is the only thing that matters. All the knowledge in the world won't help you if you don't implement it. And let's be honest, how many free courses have you signed up for and never started? Or you got started and wandered off at the first obstacle, thinking you'll return to it later. How many of those did you get back to? Because we know the importance of accountability and action, each level has a deadline, one or more action steps, and a proof of action requirement. You can watch the lessons at the level as much as you want. But if you want to progress to the next level, you must complete the action steps and provide a proof before the deadline expires. Fail to complete a level before the deadline, and you will drop out of the course. If you want to rejoin the course, you can only be in commitment mode, where you pay for the course upfront and get a portion of your fees back for every level you complete before the deadline. Learn more about Gail and how she helps others at: https://main.mentorscoaching.com/ Download my free Infograph on how to optimize your LinkedIn Profile here: www.scottaaron.net

In this episode, Nancy and I talk about 3 of the main things we do to map out our goals for the upcoming year and why:  1) Recap the year prior 2) Plan out sales and goals for the upcoming year 3) Plan Out Marketing Focuses for all products/goals Don't forget to register for our final FREE LinkedIn Workshop of the year here: LinkedIn Workshop Registration

A veteran RN and nursing leader with 3 decades of experience, Teresa Sanderson leads with authenticity and the heart of a servant. She believes nursing leadership is responsible for creating a culture and environment where nurses can succeed and practice with excellence.  Teresa is working to transform nursing culture from one where “Nurses eat their young” to one where “Nurses FEED Their Young (NFTY).” She trains healthcare organizations, nursing leaders, and nurses on emotional intelligence and values-based hiring, recruitment, and retention strategies.  Sanderson is an author, speaker, nurse entrepreneur, and homesteader.  Learn more about the Nurses Feed Their Young Movement at https://teresasanderson.com/nursesfeedtheiryoung/   Contact Teresa at [email protected] Download My FREE LinkedIn Profile Optimizer at www.scottaaron.net

I am a big believer in producing some content is better than producing no content at all.  But when it comes to the best type of content to create, hands down, video will remain king for years to come.  Here is why: 1. Builds relationships quicker 2. Builds the "know, like, and trust." 3. Positions you as the expert Download my FREE LinkedIn Profile Optimizer at www.scottaaron.net

John Feldman founded Visionary Literary in 2021 after a decade of ghostwriting for NFL players, executives of billion-dollar organizations, and, his most memorable client: a World War II veteran. John’s vision is to help entrepreneurs and industry leaders spread their message and positively impact readers' lives across the globe. His life’s mission is to create a better future through sharing wisdom from the thought leaders of today. Link to free PDF book: https://visionaryliterary.com/freebook Founder & CEO, Visionary Literary www.visionaryliterary.com [email protected] Download My FREE LinkedIn Profile Infograph, here: www.scottaaron.net

In this candid podcast episode, Nancy and go over the following:  How do you block out your time? The biggest question people have when starting a business -. Batching out specific things to do on specific days. Everyone has the same 24 hours in a day, it’s just a matter of how you use it. Why do you need to make certain things a priority?  Focus Keeper App Get clear on what it is you want to achieve.  Want to learn how to work directly with myself and Nancy?  Check us out here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/expertauthority

About Marci: Marci Nettles is a daughter of God, Wife to Dondee, Mother of 4 in their blended family, Grandmother to 3 amazing grandkids, and Chaplain to the Business Mountain. Her career of choice was in Law-Enforcement. She spent time as Patrol Officer, in the Public Information Representative to the media, Background Investigation for all new Officer hires, Physical Fitness Trainer, Detective, and Sergeant... all in her 10 years as a Police Officer. Marci's life pivoted in 2009 after an on-duty car accident ended her career. She was later introduced to the Network Marketing Profession, where with her husband Dondee, they have built a thriving International Business. Their focus is on helping each person see the Vision God has for their lives and help them work to activate their true potential physically and financially. Marci is the Host of the “You’re Blank, What Now?” Podcast, where she helps spotlight true Breakdown to Breakthrough Stories... If they can do it, so can YOU! Marci believes there is POWER in Vulnerability and that Stories Save Lives! learn more about Marci here: MarciNettles.com The doors to our BYOB Social Posting Platform are only open for the next four days!  Click here to get signed up: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/BYOBSocialPostingOfficial

In this episode, Nancy and I will talk about the one word we have to get better at not using when building personal and business relationships.  That word is "BUSY."  Here is how you can stop using it:  1) assess your schedule and set boundaries 2) prioritize 3) change response: let me see what's on my plate, or state what is going on: "I have a project coming up.” Here's the link to register for our FREE Content Creation Workshop, which begins tonight, 10/24 at 8 pm EDT:  https://www.thetimetogrow.com/contentcreationoctober2022

About Adam Strong:  Your childhood forms you. But does it define you? My childhood wasn’t easy. It was tough being raised in a single-parent family. Don’t get me wrong, my younger brother and I were well loved. But we lived on state benefits to eat and survive. Things were often so tight my brother and I used to share the main Christmas present. Then at the age of nine, my life was changed forever when I began to suffer from alopecia. If you don’t know what that is, that’s okay it’s a condition that caused me to lose all my hair. Imagine what that does to a child. It was crushing. Not surprisingly, I began to suffer from low self-esteem, constant embarrassment, and zero confidence. And when I wasn’t, there always seemed to be someone judging me. For two years, things were very, very tough. I felt hollow. But then, I had a breakthrough. Although I didn’t know it was a breakthrough at the time. My eleven-year-old mind decided I wouldn’t live my life like that. I wouldn’t be judged by people because of how I looked or where I came from. I wanted to make a difference; I wanted to contribute to my family and the people around me. But how? That’s when I got my first taste of entrepreneurship. Today, I’m an Ultra-high Personal Productivity Authority, thought leader, and public speaker. I’ve interviewed entrepreneurs, influencers, and elite athletes such as Jack Canfield, Dr. John DeMartini, Sharon Lechter, Neil Fachie, Jonathan Horton, and more to learn their methods and secrets. I’ve also shared the stage with John Travolta, 50 cent, Vanilla Ice, Calvin Klein, and more. I’ve been featured on the front cover of Influential People Magazine, Global Woman magazine, and Steer Magazine. Also featured in the Huffington Post, The Guardian newspaper, People Management magazine, and others. I’m also the founder and presenter of ‘The Game Changers Experience’ Podcast, where I share my insights and interviews with entrepreneurs, influencers, Olympic Athletes, and Industry authorities. Not bad for a nine-year-old with no confidence or hair. All of this is because I made a decision not to be ordinary. Not to be like everyone else. And now, I’m helping others achieve the goals and dreams they want by using the range of abilities I’ve learned from being different. Learn more about Adam here: www.adamstrong.net Don't forget to get registered for our FREE Content Creation Workshop Here: 

In today's podcast episode, we are going to be talking about a significant topic.  Each social media platform has its list of what to do and what not to do. LinkedIn is no different. Interestingly enough, people are still trying to "hack the system" and take shortcuts to try and become successful in a quicker fashion. Quicker is not always better, and here are 3 things you should avoid doing at all costs on LinkedIn: 1. Email your 1st connection directly without permission 2. Buy into the marketing scam that a company can get you "100s" of leads a month on LinkedIn 3. Hire a company to connect and message for you Don't forget to register for our FREE Content Creation Workshop on October 24th at 8 pm EDT Here:  https://www.thetimetogrow.com/contentcreationoctober2022 Check out the LinkedIn User Agreement Here:  https://www.linkedin.com/legal/user-agreement#dos