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If there’s one thing Capital At Play publisher Oby Morgan has learned since launching his publication in 2011, it’s the value of building a product he believes in. In this episode, host Tom Ryan talks with Oby about his editorial vision, the importance of creating a quality product, and why being being a “great quitter” is a solid business strategy. Continue readingThe Benefits of a Strong Sales Foundation
An overwhelming amount of attention in sales training goes towards teaching tips and tricks. Some of these tips are tricks can be good things to know, but ultimately they don’t add much to the value of the company. To see real results, you need more than tricks. You need to create a strong foundation for your company’s sales structure. Continue reading
Ep. 087 – Capital At Play’s Oby Morgan, Part 2
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In today’s episode, host Tom Ryan continues his conversation with Oby Morgan, publisher of the Western North Carolina-based business magazine Capital At Play. Starting a business-focused publication in the “print is dead” era — not to mention the middle of a recession — wasn’t the most obvious choice for a new venture. In this episode, Oby explains the driving inspirations behind starting Capital At Play, and delves into some of the unexpected challenges he has encountered along the way. Continue readingEp. 086 – Capital At Play’s Oby Morgan, Part 1
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In today’s episode, host Tom Ryan talks with Harley “Oby” Morgan, publisher of the Western North Carolina-based business magazine Capital At Play. A native of Asheville, Oby’s keen interest in a wide variety of business topics began at the family dinner table. In 2011, bucking the trend away from new print-based publications, Oby launched Capital At Play to provide a new option for local entrepreneurs and businesspeople to gain insights into the region’s business trends. Continue readingGetting the Most Out of Your Advertising Dollars: Finding Media/Goal Alignment
When you’re spending money on advertising, you want every dollar you spend to yield the maximum return. Unless you’re seriously invested in building brand awareness, chances are that result will ultimately be measured in new leads and increased sales. It’s not enough for someone to see your ad and like it, they need to be inspired to buy.
Here’s where a lot of newcomers to advertising make a big misstep: It’s not just about the ad itself. It’s also about the media the ad is running on. If you want to see great results, the media (also called the channel in this context) needs to match the message. Continue reading
Ep. 085 – Completely Changing Your Business Model: An Interview With Dr. Michael Trayford, Part 4
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In this final installment of Tom Ryan’s interview with Neurologist and entrepreneur Dr. Michael Trayford, we discuss the value of content creation, the brains of entrepreneurs, some simple tips for keeping your brain in shape, and much more.
For brain training tips try listening to The Train Your Brain Podcast here. And, for more information on Apex Brain Centers click here. Continue reading
Ep. 084 – Completely Changing Your Business Model: An Interview With Dr. Michael Trayford, Part 3
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In the third installment of our interview with Neurologist and entrepreneur Dr. Michael Trayford, we discuss the big shifts from moving from a traditional medical practice to a client-focused business. Dr. Trayford talks with host and coach Tom Ryan about growing this business both in brick-and-mortar world, as well as in the online realm.
For brain training tips try listening to The Train Your Brain Podcast here. And, for more information on Apex Brain Centers click here.
Getting the Most Out of Your Advertising Dollars: The Toddler Stress-Test
For any advertising campaign to be truly effective, it needs to be in complete alignment with your business goals. To get the results you want, you need to know what those results are. I’m not talking about a specific number of leads generated or a target number of conversions. I’m talking about the fundamental actions you want the person watching, listening or reading the ad to take. Continue reading
Ep. 083 – Completely Changing Your Business Model: An Interview With Dr. Michael Trayford, Part 2
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In the second part of our interview with Neurologist and entrepreneur Dr. Michael Trayford, we discuss transitioning from the traditional medical practice to a more client-focused business model, the challenges of re-establishing professional connections, and the process of rebuilding a referral base. Host Tom Ryan also shares his experiences with Dr. Trayford’s neuroplasticity program, and the benefits of being able to “fine tune” your mental processes.For brain training tips try listening to The Train Your Brain Podcast here. And, for more information on Apex Brain Centers click here. Continue reading
Ep. 082 – Completely Changing Your Business Model: An Interview With Dr. Michael Trayford, Part 1
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If you’ve ever considered modifying your medical clinic business model this 4-part series is exactly what the doctor ordered. Host Tom Ryan talks with Dr. Michael Trayford, a Neurologist who specializes in improving brain function. Dr. Trayford explores his thoughts about how a business model can evolve naturally, and discusses how to safely navigate a comprehensive business model overhaul.
For brain training tips try listening to The Train Your Brain Podcast here. And, for more information on Apex Brain Centers click here. Continue reading