I spend all of my time as an entrepreneur finding ways to think outside of the box, but Mark uses his genius to help businesses fit inside boxes!

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Stern, founder of Custom Box Agency, to break down how he built a business rooted in strategy, discipline, and experience, much like the world of boxing itself.

Mark shares how his approach goes far beyond products or services. It is about designing moments that turn customers into loyal fans.

His company has helped brands dramatically increase conversions and retention by creating physical, memorable experiences that extend beyond the screen.

In this episode, you will learn:

-Why most businesses lose before the fight even starts

-How to turn your customer journey into a knockout experience

-The hidden connection between discipline, boxing, and business success

-How physical experiences can outperform digital noise

-What it really takes to build loyal, long-term customers

This is not about working harder, it is about finding your creative inside of a business box.

👉 Learn more about Mark Stern and his work: https://customboxagency.com/

If you are ready to stop chasing cold leads and start building real connections, check out the Live Local 5 Day Challenge:

https://www.LiveLocalWarmMarketing.com#Entrepreneurship

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*BONUS EPISODE*

Mike spins amazing stories of experience, of lessons learned from his years in sales and marketing. How to work with clients, deal with your competitors and how to create work-life balance...this is an interview you will want to get into.

I sat down with Mike Konrad, the founder of Aqueous Technologies and the voice behind the "Reliability Matters" podcast.

With over 35 years in the electronics manufacturing industry, Mike is a world-renowned expert on circuit assembly cleanliness and reliability.

He has shifted his marketing from trade shows to referral networking, and we talk about the lessons learned the hard way.

We dive deep into the technical challenges of selling modern electronics and Mike’s journey as "The Reluctant Entrepreneur."

In this interview, we cover topics such as The Reluctant Entrepreneur: Mike’s personal philosophy on starting a business from uncertainty to unstoppable success. Why "Reliability Matters more now than ever in a global supply chain and a lot of fun stories along the way

🔗 Connect with Mike Konrad, website:

https://www.mikekonrad.com/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mtkonrad/

Reliability Matters Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QiHEDJV5Kn6N6bZonriMq?si=1f56b7b8cee74d21

Mike’s Book: The Reluctant Entrepreneur

https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Reluctant-Entrepreneur-Audiobook

And be sure to subscribe for more, fast-paced lessons coming from experts who have been through it all, so you don't have to.

How do you transform a business from a "best-kept secret" into a market leader and then overcome problems that would tank most companies?In this episode, we sit down with Joel Keith, the founder of ASP Branding, to discuss the intersection of brand identity, digital strategy, and authority building.Joel shares his expert insights on how businesses can leverage the "ASP" framework (Authority, Strategy, and Performance) to dominate their niche and attract high-value clients. Whether you’re a startup founder or an established entrepreneur, this interview provides a roadmap for building a brand that lasts.🚀 In this interview, we cover:The fundamental pillars of Brand Authority.How to align your digital strategy with your long-term business goals.Common branding mistakes that are costing you revenue.The future of SEO and brand positioning in a crowded market.Joel’s journey in founding ASP Branding and his advice for growth.🔗 Connect with Joel Keith:Website: https://www.aspbranding.com/LinkedIn: / joel-keith-594290187 And don't forget to subscribe and share to get more fast-paced, action heavy epsiode with industry leaders.

Stop Trying to Be the Expert, Start Becoming the Most Trusted Name in Your Community

Everyone is shouting, “I’m the best," but not to burst your bubble, nobody’s listening yet because you have not given them reason to.

In this Office Hours replay, we break down a smarter strategy:

How to brand yourself as the Local Giver, the person everyone trusts, refers, and remembers.

If your content feels invisible or your marketing isn’t turning into real relationships, this is your shift.

What You’ll Learn:

-Why trying to “look like an expert” is actually hurting your business

-The real reason self-promotion pushes people away

-How to become the most valuable person in your local network

3 Simple Strategies You Can Use This Week:

1. Promote Others Consistently: Shine the spotlight on local businesses; tag them, support them, connect them be their ally.

You become the hub, not the salesperson

2. Build a Local Content Hub: Create content people actually rely on and feature local spots, events, businesses, tips

Give your audience a reason to keep coming back

3. Time + Repetition Wins: Define your message, values, and identity, then repeat it until people can say it for you

Consistency beats creativity every time

People don’t follow experts anymore. They follow people who help them win. And when you shift from “look at me” to “how can I help,” you stop chasing leads… and start attracting them.

Ready to Build This Into a System? Try the FREE 5 Day Challenge and turn this into a repeatable referral machine:

https://www.LiveLocalWarmMarketing.com

Why do 90% of podcasts never grow… even when the host is doing everything “right”?

In this episode, I sit down with Roy Coughlan, known as “The PodFather,” who has launched shows into the top 0.5% globally and produced over 1,000 episodes, and he breaks down exactly what most podcasters are getting wrong.

This is not theory; this is what actually works for him as he runs 8 podcasts while coaching a plethora of entrepreneurs on their shows as well. Inside this conversation:

• The hidden mistake keeping your podcast invisible

• Why more episodes won’t fix your growth problem

• How top podcasts attract listeners without paid ads

• The simple shift that turns a podcast into a magnet

If you’ve ever posted an episode and heard crickets, this one will hit home.

Connect with Roy Coughlan:

Website: https://roycoughlan.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roycoughlan/

Subscribe for more real-world marketing strategies that actually work:

You don’t need more noise; you need the Coughlin strategy.

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How Top Brands Build Loyalty, Partnerships, and Growth can lead to being your own boss.

It is the dream to leave a job that has run its course, one that you have learned what you need to grow...and then strike out on your own and be your own boss.

And this is exactly what the knowledgeable and adventurous Shelia Butler did for herself.

In this episode, I sit down with Sheila, Founder of Butler Marketing Group and a Chief Marketing Officer with over 25 years of experience working with BIG NAME brands like Disney, JPMorgan Chase, and Choice Hotels.

We dive into real-world marketing strategies that go beyond trends, focusing on customer loyalty, partnerships, and long-term brand growth...and DOING WHAT YOU LOVE.

If you're tired of chasing cold leads and want a smarter way to grow your business, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How major brands build loyalty that lasts

• The role of partnerships in scaling your business

• What most entrepreneurs get wrong about marketing strategy

• How to think like a CMO without hiring one

• Practical ways to turn connections into consistent business growth

Connect with Sheila Butler via Website: https://www.butlermg.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilabutler/

And when you are ready to replace the pains of cold leads with a referral business? If you’re an entrepreneur looking to grow through real relationships instead of chasing attention, this is your lane.

👉 Subscribe for weekly strategies on building a referral-based business

👉 Share this with someone who’s stuck relying on cold leads

#MarketingStrategy #CustomerLoyalty #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessGrowth #BrandBuilding #ReferralMarketing #BusinessGrowth #CMOInsights #LiveLocal

Free SEO That Actually Works (Without Posting More Content)

You’re posting, staying consistent… and still getting nothing.

No reach. No clicks. No leads.

In this Office Hours session, we break down why your content isn’t working and how to fix it using simple, FREE SEO strategies that compound over time.

I don't believe in this time of AI and content saturation that posting more is a logical answer.
It’s about making what you create actually work.

If you're a business owner, realtor, or entrepreneur tired of guessing what to post, this is your shortcut.

💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:• Why most content fails before it even gets posted• How to use keyword data instead of guessing• 3 FREE tools to find exactly what your audience is searching• How to turn 10 questions into 10+ videos instantly• The “FAQ Strategy” that builds evergreen content for years• How to create content once and use it over and over again

The 3 FREE SEO tools mentioned:
Google Search, use autofill and related searches to find real keywords
YouTube Search, discover what people are actively watching
Ubersuggest, analyze search volume, keyword difficulty, and content ideas

The big idea: Stop creating random content.

Start building a system where every video, blog, and post is based on what people are already searching for.

That’s how you get found without chasing attention.
Entrepreneurs, real estate agents, local business owners, coaches, and anyone trying to grow without paid ads or burnout

👉 Subscribe for weekly Office Hours and proven warm marketing strategies
👉 Share this with someone stuck posting content that isn’t working

#SEO #YouTubeSEO #ContentMarketing #SmallBusinessMarketing #Entrepreneurship #RealEstateMarketing #LeadGeneration #DigitalMarketing #LiveLocal

There are so many ways to do your LinkedIn wrong, and it is costing you a following, so let Joyce show you how to do it right and add another tool in your marketing strategy.

I sat down with Joyce Feustel, founder of Boomers’ Social Media Tutor, who’s helped over 1,000 professionals stop feeling overwhelmed and actually start using LinkedIn the way it was meant to be used… simply, clearly, and effectively.

It’s not that LinkedIn is complicated.

It’s that most people were never shown how to use it.

In this conversation:

• How to turn LinkedIn into a relationship tool, not a chore

• Why consistency beats complexity every time

• The simple shifts that build visibility without feeling fake

This one’s for the business owner who knows they should be on LinkedIn… but isn’t quite sure how to make it work.

Connect with Joyce Feustel:
🌐 https://boomerssocialmediatutor.com/🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joycefeustel-socialmediatrainer/

Give it a watch, and you might finally make LinkedIn feel doable.

Ready to build a business through real relationships instead of chasing cold leads?Subscribe for more conversations on warm marketing, local growth, and strategies that actually work.