Scale Up Strategies: The Business Podcast for Coaches, Consultants, and Speakers
We're your hosts and Business Coaching experts Mary Fain Brandt and Laura Bashore
We’re sharing all our mistakes and insider tips from our 20+ years in business and
how we successfully scaled up our businesses without losing our minds or our husbands.
Sure you can piece it together and try to DIY your way to success
OR
you can listen to us every week and learn the shortcuts because we promise there
are some.
Episodes
76 episodes
Crafting Compelling B2B Content with Instagram Expert Jennifer Herman
Tired of hearing Instagram is a business must, but not seeing the ROI for your B2B needs?Us too, and that's why we've brought in Jenn Herman.Get ready to transform the way you create content with Jennifer's expert tips. We explo...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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50:13
Thriving Online: Master Google My Business with Special Guest Jonathan Tran's Proven Strategies
How does a mobile notary scale business to nationwide and internation heights? Find out how our guest used Google My Business to do just that!Understanding the essential role of Google My Business can be a game-changer for small busines...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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38:17
Explore the Impact of Chambers on Local Economies - And Why You Should Join!
Unlock the secrets of Chambers of Commerce as we explore their rich history and modern-day impact on business growth and community engagement. Imagine doubling your business connections by understanding the true power of these networks, which h...
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30:21
Gift Giving Mastery for the Entrepreneur in Your Life
Thoughtful gifting can make a difference for the business owners in your life. This episode provides a diverse array of unique and practical gift ideas tailored for entrepreneurs, covering everything from tech gadgets to personal growth subscri...
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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19:06
Gain a Competitive Edge by Owning Your Business Vertical/Niche with Speical Guest Michael Vickers
Ever wondered how businesses can truly stand out in a crowded market? Join us as we welcome Michael Vickers, a entrepreneur and consultant, who shares his secret sauce for success: mastering business verticals. Michael promises to enlighten us ...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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42:53
Finding Balance with Gratitude in Business and Life
Ever wondered how embracing gratitude could transform your business and personal life? As the season of Thanksgiving approaches, we dive into heartfelt conversations about the power of appreciation in our entrepreneurial journeys. We share pers...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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22:07
Harness LinkedIn for Business Growth: Unlocking New Features and Strategies for Scale
Unlock the secrets to harnessing LinkedIn's full potential for business growth as your hosts, Mary Fain Brandt and Laura Bashore, guide you through the platform's newest features and strategic approaches to scale your reach. Can vertical ...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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24:50
Embrace Change for Business Success: Lessons Learned
Are you ready to transform your business mindset and strategy? Explore the essential lessons we've learned in navigating growth and change, from shifting our focus from career coaching to honing our roles as business owners. Discover how lettin...
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32:30
Maximize Profits and Personal Growth: Insights from Transformative Business Books to Rock Your Goals
Unlock the secrets to sustainable business growth and personal development with insights from three groundbreaking books that have transformed our professional lives. Discover how "Profit First" by Mike Michalowicz can revolutionize your financ...
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17:06
Throw Back Episode: Transform Your Life with Empowering Personal and Professional Goal Strategies
Next week we have a brand new episode on goal setting. But its more than setting goals, its strategies to kick their butt. See below to sign up for brand new Webinar Mary and Laura have brewed up for you!Before that, we want to tease so...
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25:30
Throwback Episode: The Gig Economy Unveiled: A Path to Entrepreneurial Success
This week we are sharing a throwback episode from when we were the Redefine Your Career Journey Podcast. Why are we sharing this? Because many of you are still treating your business as a side hustle. Let's move you beyond that by ...
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27:02
Launch and Grow Your Podcast with Special Guest Matthew Blades
Ever wondered how a to start your own podcast? Wondering if you have something of value to share? So did our guest, Matthew Blades, once at the pinnacle of a 27-year broadcasting career, he shares his personal journey of resilience and transfor...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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36:08
Master Facebook Advertising: Unleashing the Power of Strategic Campaigns with Stacy Zeal
What if your Facebook ads could do more than just gather likes and shares? Join us as Stacy Zeal, a fractional CMO and guru in paid social platforms, helps unravel the misconceptions around Facebook advertising. Were talking through the maze of...
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37:38
Elevate Your Business: Insider Tips for Finding and Building an Exceptional Virtual Assistant Team with Stefan Van der Heyden
Ever wondered how to find a virtual assistant who truly elevates your business? Join us as we chat with Stefan Van der Heyden, the brilliant founder of Virtue Staff. Stefan pulls back the curtain on his game-changing approach to sourcing top-ti...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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35:15
Boost Your Black Friday Sales: Innovative Strategies and Essential Tools for Maximum Impact
Ready to supercharge your Black Friday sales strategies? Discover how to turn the biggest shopping event of the year into a golden opportunity for your business. You'll learn how to leverage online sales trends, capitalize on a 9% year-over-yea...
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35:39
Becoming a Sought-After Podcast Guest: Proven Techniques
Ever wondered how to become a podcast guest that hosts can't resist inviting back? Discover our top strategies for standing out and making the most of your guest appearances. In this episode of Scale Up Strategies, we share personal tales of na...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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32:48
Mastering Lead Magnets: Strategies for Growing Your Email List
Ever wondered how to turn casual browsers into loyal clients with just a click? Discover the power of lead magnets and why they are a game-changer for your business. In this episode of Scale Up Strategies, we dive into the world of lead magnets...
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26:58
In Our Blooper Era - And New YouTube Channel!
We've got some exciting news to share! We have officially launched our YouTube Channel. We know you want to SEE us in action, now you can! Mary and Laura thought a fund blooper reel would be the way to kick things off. Head over and check us ou...
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1:35
Streamlined Success: Leveraging AI for Time and Cost Savings
Curious about how AI can transform your business? Imagine cutting down hours of mundane tasks and enhancing customer interaction without needing to expand your team. Join us as we, your certified AI consultants, unpack the massive potential AI ...
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37:04
Scaling Your Online Presence: Six Strategies to Boost Visibility and Drive Growth
Can you imagine positioning your business so effectively online that potential clients can't help but find you? This episode of Scale Up Strategies promises to equip you with six powerful methods to make your business visible in the crowded onl...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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34:23
Crafting an Authentic Personal Brand: Insights from Lauren Davies' Transformative Journey
Ever wondered how to build a personal brand that truly resonates? Join us as we sit down with Lauren Davies, a branding maestro and the visionary behind Lauren Davies Creative, who shares her transformative journey from a teenage vinyl record s...
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52:12
Maximizing Impact: Transforming Speaking Engagements into Lucrative Business Opportunities
Ever wondered how public speaking can transform your coaching or consulting business? Mary Fain Brandt and Laura Bashore are here to share their firsthand experiences and invaluable tips on selling from the stage. Our latest episod...
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40:34
Embracing Failure: Transforming Setbacks into Entrepreneurial Success
Ever wondered if failure could actually be the secret ingredient to your success? Tune in to this enlightening episode of Scale Up Strategies, where we dissect the critical role of failure in entrepreneurship. We'll share eye-openi...
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33:42
Email Marketing Decoded: Boost Engagement and Maximize ROI with Special Guest Eddie Garrison
Can email marketing still be your secret weapon for business growth? You bet it can! In this episode, we're thrilled to sit down with Eddie Garrison, an award-winning marketing strategist, to dispel the myth that email marketing is outdated.&nb...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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52:22
From Business to Author: Using Book Writing to Scale Your Business with Special Guest Richard Marks
Unlock the secrets of scaling your business through the power of authorship! Join us as we sit down with Richard Marks, the dynamic founder of RDM Management Group, to uncover the transformative potential of writing a book for business growth. ...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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38:46