Episodes
Are you thinking about selling your company because you are ready to retire, but you are worried, or perhaps feel guilty about leaving your employees, and this company you built? In this week's episode of Strategy Talks, meet Malcolm Peace who has the formula to buy, take on, and grow businesses in his home state of Texas. Of course, this formula would do well anywhere in the world. Join us as we dive into building company culture when taking over an existing business! ★★★★★ Are you...
Published 04/30/24
Your website is often the first impression a potential client sees. What do they see when they visit, and more importantly, how does it make them feel? In this week's episode, Dorien talks with Ray Mitchell about creating trust with your website, as trust will help you make sales! ★★★★★ Are you grappling with your marketing strategies? Seeking to outperform your competition?  You're in the right place. You'll gain access to a wealth of knowledge from leading experts, seasoned with...
Published 04/23/24
Published 04/23/24
As a business owner or marketer, you live for data, right? You'd think so - but not everyone knows what data to look for, and how to interpret it. Do you know what metrics are important to the growth of your business? What marketing data do you need to make decisions about marketing strategy, budget, and perhaps, hiring? Join Dorien this week as she hosts Andrei Serbanoiu of Socialinsider, the intuitive dashboard for social media analytics, reporting, and competitors’ analysis for brands and...
Published 04/16/24
What happens when the career you worked so hard for doesn't turn out so great, or just doesn't feel right after so many years? What happens when your enthusiasm is gone, you are bored, or worse, disillusioned with the status quo? This week's guest shares ways women can rock their career pivot - especially women in their 50s, 60s, and beyond. ★★★★★  Are you grappling with your marketing strategies? Seeking to outperform your competition?  You're in the right place. You'll gain access to a...
Published 04/09/24
If I were to give you a magic 8-ball, would you ask it questions about your online audience? If you are a marketer, of course you would! Who wouldn't want to know more about the mental state of their audience and about what makes someone take action? Join this episode of Strategy Talks where we dive into psychology and marketing. Don's miss it! ★★★★★  Are you grappling with your marketing strategies? Seeking to outperform your competition?  You're in the right place. You'll gain access to...
Published 04/02/24
Find out how to feel, look and sound confident on stage (or on a podcast, in a webinar or in the next meeting you lead!) Join us for tips, ideas and insights into what it takes to take the stage - and rock it! ★★★★★ Are you grappling with your marketing strategies? Seeking to outperform your competition?  You're in the right place. You'll gain access to a wealth of knowledge from leading experts, seasoned with practical, actionable advice to propel your business forward. In every 30-minute...
Published 03/26/24
Join Dorien and Tim for a SPECIAL EPISODE of Strategy Talks! In this episode, we will talk about the effect social media has on our mental health, as marketers, as well as parents or partners. The big question we are answering today: 'Is social media killing our mental health?' Join us and weigh in on this topic. ★★★★★ Are you grappling with your marketing strategies? Seeking to outperform your competition?  You're in the right place. You'll gain access to a wealth of knowledge from leading...
Published 03/19/24
How do you create, prepare, and deliver high-quality presentations at work and on stage? It's hard, isn't it?! And what if... you consider yourself to be an introvert? 🤷‍♀️ In this episode, I sit down with Janneke Clever (my daughter!), who developed a framework to be able to deliver presentations, whether you thrive on stage, or have stage fright. Her framework touches on content, framework, design and delivery! As an introvert, she now teaches others how to present! Join us! ★★★★★ Are you...
Published 03/12/24
What is REALLY stopping you from creating video? Whether it is the thought of being on camera, the lack of story ideas, or the tech that is holding you back, tune in for this episode of Strategy Talks! I had the pleasure of watching Karlyn teach this from the stage last year, and she is soooo good! There is so much good advice headed your way... tune in! ★★★★★ Are you grappling with your marketing strategies? Seeking to outperform your competition?  You're in the right place. You'll gain...
Published 03/05/24
If you think 'a four post strategy' for social media is just that: creating four posts per week - you've got to join us! In this episode of Strategy Talks, Katie shares her brilliant four post strategy that allows you to post less yet make a bigger impact! Get ready to learn and implement. ★★★★★ Are you grappling with your marketing strategies? Seeking to outperform your competition?  You're in the right place. You'll gain access to a wealth of knowledge from leading experts, seasoned with...
Published 02/27/24
Whether you are a solopreneur, small business owner, or marketer...you NEED other people. We ALL need other people in life and business. In this week's episode, I explore the power of partnerships with Robin Waite! ★★★★★ Are you grappling with your marketing strategies? Seeking to outperform your competition?  You're in the right place. You'll gain access to a wealth of knowledge from leading experts, seasoned with practical, actionable advice to propel your business forward. In every...
Published 02/22/24
Leaders! This one is for you. Meet Patrick; a thoughtful leader, trainer, and amazing speaker. In this episode, Patrick shares a framework for getting things done! (and he's writing a book about it.) I know you NEED this. Don't miss it! ★★★★★ Are you grappling with your marketing strategies? Seeking to outperform your competition?  You're in the right place. You'll gain access to a wealth of knowledge from leading experts, seasoned with practical, actionable advice to propel your business...
Published 02/13/24
What is agile marketing and how can it help your digital marketing agency? This week's guest helps us understand the value of an agile mindset, agile tools, and agile principles. If you are at all curious about how being agile can make you a better marketer, be sure to tune in! ★★★★★ Are you grappling with your marketing strategies? Seeking to outperform your competition?  You're in the right place. You'll gain access to a wealth of knowledge from leading experts, seasoned with practical,...
Published 02/06/24
To grow your business or career, you need to be SEEN. One of the most effective ways to increase your online visibility is to use LinkedIn. This is what this week's guest will be sharing with us. Tune in for the latest updates, ideas and tips on LinkedIn with "How to raise your visibility on LinkedIn". ★★★★★ Are you grappling with your marketing strategies? Seeking to outperform your competition?  You're in the right place. You'll gain access to a wealth of knowledge from leading experts,...
Published 01/30/24
In 2023 we learned to use new AI tools. I bet you've dabbled with ChatGPT, Midjourney, Google Bard and more, and just about any tool you were using before 2023, is now AI-driven through AI integration. It's time to take AI usage to the next level: it's time to use AI strategically. I invited my friend Leslie Lee Fook to join me on Strategy Talks. I met Leslie in Suriname last year where we both spoke at Social Media Conference Suriname. To say he's knowledgeable about AI is an...
Published 01/23/24
Kicking off season 3 of Strategy Talks is Krista Neher. She's bringing her insights into digital trends, sharing what's hot and what's not! Krista will talk about what you need to know, learn, and implement to succeed online in 2024. _______________________ Are you grappling with your marketing strategies? Seeking to outperform your competition?  You're in the right place. You'll gain access to a wealth of knowledge from leading experts, seasoned with practical, actionable advice to propel...
Published 01/16/24
Last show of the year! We are wrapping up Season 2 of Strategy Talks with not 1, not 2, but 3 guests. Join Dorien, Lisa, Kristen and Sara as they take a look back at 2023 and all it gave us. Then they will look ahead to what is to come in 2024! Tools, platforms, features, and of course, strategy ➡ Nothing will be left unspoken! ✨ If you are a marketer, business owner, or entrepreneur, don't miss it! ✨ Welcome to Strategy Talks, where we're all about helping you take your business or...
Published 12/26/23
Passion is what drives us: Passion drives us to work and to play. Passion drives us to give and to take action. But... how can you promote what you love doing without a marketing budget? Can you do it? Listen in as Dorien welcomes this week's guest Lisa Kalner Williams to talk about how she's promoting her passion project on a shoesting budget! Welcome to Strategy Talks, where we're all about helping you take your business or organization to the next level! Are you feeling stuck or bored...
Published 12/19/23
Busy business owners and marketers...if you feel the stress of delivering last-minute ideas to your clients, OR you've been ignoring your own marketing... this one's for you: Last-minute holiday content and campaign ideas with social strategist Deb Laflamme, from For the Love of Your Biz! Welcome to Strategy Talks, where we're all about helping you take your business or organization to the next level! Are you feeling stuck or bored with your current strategy? Well, hold on tight because...
Published 12/12/23
This week's Strategy Talks guest Mary Fain Brandt is sharing what's HOT on LinkedIn right now. If you are a business owner and looking to grow your LinkedIn Page or grow the audience on your personal profile, this one's for you! Tune in on Tuesday. Welcome to Strategy Talks, where we're all about helping you take your business or organization to the next level! Are you feeling stuck or bored with your current strategy? Well, hold on tight because we're here to kick-start your social media...
Published 12/05/23
Why is storytelling so important in marketing? What does it take to tell stories? How can we 'pull' stories out of people? This week's guest Ryan Koral is the Founder and Chief Strategy Guide at Tell Studios and works with his team to help forward-thinking businesses share stories that captivate, influence, and sell their audience. They use the power of story to help clients get noticed for the things that make them great. Ryan will be sharing lots of great insights with us, don't miss it!...
Published 11/28/23
Have you always wanted to write a book? No, this episode is not about writing a book, it's about marketing it! FACT: Marketing a book doesn't start when you've finished writing it, but before you even start! This week's guest is Valerie Morris, join us and learn! Welcome to Strategy Talks, where we're all about helping you take your business or organization to the next level! Are you feeling stuck or bored with your current strategy? Well, hold on tight because we're here to kick-start your...
Published 11/28/23
What do you get when an engineer enters the marketing industry? Systems and automation. This week's guest Diego Amaarali brings his advice and tips on systems and automation and yes, we'll talk about AI as well! Welcome to Strategy Talks, where we're all about helping you take your business or organization to the next level! Are you feeling stuck or bored with your current strategy? Well, hold on tight because we're here to kick-start your social media game and inject some excitement back...
Published 11/21/23
Is video more important than sound? This week's guest is Rose Caiazzo. Rose was professionally trained in acting & voice and focused her studies on Communications [Television and Radio]. She's here to share voice tips for those of us who livestream. Of course, these tips will be worth their weight in gold for Podcasters, too! Tune in live if you can! Welcome to Strategy Talks, where we're all about helping you take your business or organization to the next level! Are you feeling stuck or...
Published 11/14/23