Powerful conversations with incredible Entrepreneurs and Creatives all around the world will empower you to dispel the emotions of fear, worry, or self-doubt and know that, whatever your goals, you’ve got this! Why? Because Dreams ARE Real. Dan McPherson, International Speaker and Founder of Leaders Must Lead is on a mission to help you overcome the momentum of zero and own your story on the way to building your ideal life.
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Welcome to ClickPoint, where we explore how this powerful combination transforms lives across industries like education, technology, venture capital, and social impact. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just curious about the future of innovation, this podcast offers insights and inspiration to help you make an impact.
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"BETA" comes from producer/host Doug Gordon. BETA is a polyphonic mosh pit where high culture and low culture collide, taking an immersive, innovative, playful and provocative approach to exploring arts, culture and technology.
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Someone smart once said that knowledge is power – and we’ve got a fountain of the stuff, courtesy of some inspirational Monkey podcasts. They’ve got everything from our brand ambassadors and baristas to the brains behind the Monkey Shoulder brewing process, and they’re well worth a listen. Check them out, share them with your friends, and #MakeItMonkey for yourselves.
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Growing an agency is very difficult, and you might feel unclear what to do next in order to grow and scale your agency. The Smart Agency Masterclass is a weekly podcast for agencies that are wanting to grow faster. We interview amazing guests from all over the world that have the experience of running successful businesses, and will provide you the insights you need. Our podcast is just over 3 years old, and have reached more than a half million listeners in 42 countries.
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Can you recall having an event in your life that was so absolutely mind-blowing it made you realize Had you not taken THAT drive at THAT exact time or gone to THAT restaurant at THAT exact moment, the conversation you had, or the person you bumped into, or the situation that just happened, would have never taken place? “That’s Myrony”! (My + Irony); another word for signs & synchronicities that Alysha has created & hopes to have people one day share their Myronies in addition to their selfie ...
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Welcome to 'The Wolf Connection' Podcast. Here, we explore the intricate relationship between humans, predators, and the natural world. Topics range from The Future Of Wild Lands, Biodiversity, Biology, Conservation, Co existing with wildlife for the benefit of our ecological future, and Re-discovering the human/wolf connection. Finding common ground within these conversations may prove to be essential to our development as individuals, the cultivation of productive societies, and a sustaina ...
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Natural Wanders is a 'Plodcast' that gets you outside to connect with people and nature. In each episode, Mandi Stark is joined for a chat by a guest wanderer from the worlds of TV, film, wildlife or conservation as they take an exploratory plod around a wild place they love.
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A seismic shift hit Australian politics during the 2022 election. Now, three years on, another wave is on the way. Community groups in every state are putting up their own candidates — smart, experienced and savvy people with a wide range of lived experiences — with their eyes firmly on Canberra. Hear the stories of these impressive individuals with the courage and vision to challenge the political status quo and shift the tone and direction of government in this country. Join Julia Zemiro a ...
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Profit vs. Purpose: Why the Future of Business Isn’t What You Think with Jeff Hilimire | Ep #796
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26:25Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Ever build a business that “looked” successful—but left you feeling empty? Jeff Hilimire sure did and then he did something about it. In this episode, we unpack how he turned a successful agency career into a mission-driven movement—building pu…
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Bangles co-founder, Susanna Hoffs, joins us to talk about writing her debut novel and recording a new album. Also, comedian Atsuko Okatsuka intrudes on us to tell us about her […]
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Bonfire Workshop’s Approach: Technology, Nature, and Conversation
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58:36In today’s episode, host Kwaku Aning sits down with Christian Long, founder and guide at Bonfire Workshop, for a conversation that’s anything but ordinary. Christian brings a fresh and thought-provoking perspective, redefining technology not as gadgets or software, but as conversation itself, the fundamental tool that powers curiosity, community, a…
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How to Transform Your Agency's Messaging for Maximum ROI with Stephen Woessner | Ep #795
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26:06Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Are you doing great work but still feel like your agency’s stuck in neutral? The truth is, talent alone doesn’t scale a business. In this episode our guest, Stephen Woessner—author, agency growth strategist, and founder of Predictive ROI—reveal…
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Episode #226 Dan Flores - Coyotes and a History of the American West
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1:12:50Dan Flores is A. B. Hammond Professor Emeritus of the History of the American West at the University of Montana-Missoula. He has authored ten books, including his New York Times Bestseller Coyote America, along with American Serengeti and Wild New World. We had a powerful conversation about how coyotes have shaped both Indigenous and early American…
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Mark Zuckerberg Declares War On The AI Advertising Industry! Here's What Smart Agencies Are Doing Next.
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7:32I’ve been paying an agency to run our Meta ads and for some time Meta itself has been reaching out to take over the account. Let that sink in. The same platform your agency relies on is actively trying to cut you out of the picture. The worst part? This is just one example of a much bigger shift. Big tech is building tools that create entire campai…
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Are You Treating AI as Mission-Critical — Or Just Dabbling in It? With Paolo Vidali | Ep #793
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18:23Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training AI isn’t coming for your agency—it’s already here. And if you haven’t set clear guidelines for how your team (and your clients) engage with it, you’re already behind. In this episode, one agency founder shares how he went from AI skeptic to str…
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This week on “BETA, Paul Hunter talks about his very funny Apple TV+ comedy drama series, “Government Cheese.” And Vijay Khurana on his powerful debut novel, “The Passenger’s Seat.” Also, […]
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How to Build a Remote Agency That Scales—Without Losing Culture or Control with Lisa Larson-Kelley | Ep #792
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21:49Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Is remote agency life really the dream? While many chase the freedom of working from anywhere, the reality is far more complex. In this episode, Lisa Larson-Kelley shares how she built a high-performing remote team—without sacrificing culture, …
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What Happens When 2 Burned-Out Founders Finally Join Forces? with Devon Hayes & Amanda Joyce | Ep #791
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22:12Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training What if scaling your agency didn’t mean more stress, but less? Discover how Devon Hayes and Amanda Joyce turned partnership into freedom—and how you can, too. If you’re an agency owner ready to stop grinding and start growing, this episode is f…
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Episode #225 Nadia Steinzor - Environmental Policy and Canids in the Northeast
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52:51Nadia Steinzor is a collaborative environmental professional for over 25 years, whose knowledge ranges through environmental issues, policies, and regulations to help produce reports, outreach materials, comments, and testimony. Nadia works with the Rewilding Institute to ensure that wolves and other carnivores thrive and roam in the Northeast and …
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3 Moves Your Agency Must Make in an Economic Downturn with Dan Kahn |Ep #790
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32:44Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training How are you adapting to the many changes in the industry and economy? For many agency owners this is a golden era for the business. Of course, not everyone will thrive—success depends largely on your ability to adapt. In this episode learn how …
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2 Strategic Shifts to Change Your Agency’s Growth Trajectory with Jennifer McPherson | Ep #789
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21:50Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Do you feel stuck in your agency journey? Are you trying to figure out the next step to grow? Don’t know what you don’t know but you DO know something is holding you back? These can be hard questions to figure out when you feel you have little …
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This week on “BETA, “Yahlin Chang and Eric Tuchman join us to talk about the sixth and final season of Hulu’s “The Handmaid’s Tale.” And Christine Wence on her book, […]
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Episode #224 Carter Niemeyer - The Other Ten Wolves
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53:18Carter Niemeyer retired from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service in 2006 as the Wolf Recovery Coordinator for the state of Idaho. He was an integral part of the Federal Wolf Reintroduction in both Yellowstone and Idaho. Carter has authored three books, Wolfer, Wolf Land, and The Other Ten Wolves, which can be purchased through multiple book retailers.…
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Leveraging Fractional Support to Scale Your Agency with Sydney Mulligan & Lauren Aquilino | Ep #788
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19:34Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Have you ever turned to freelancers to grow your agency’s capabilities? What about using fractional support once you realized you couldn’t do everything as the founder and face of the agency? What if the key to sustainable growth isn’t building…
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Speed Up Your Sales Cycle with a Productized Offer with Spencer Powell | Ep #787
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20:09Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Do you have a sales system in place for showcasing your agencies services at a low-cost price point that creates an easy “yes” for your prospects? Many agencies are giving away insights in order to land big projects. However, a well-crafted foo…
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This week on "BETA," ...music journalist Mark Blake on his latest book, “Dreams: The Many Lives of Fleetwood Mac.” And Nora Lange joins us to discuss her incredible debut novel, “US Fools.” Author Charles Yu also discusses adapting his novel Interior Chinatown into a mind-bending Hulu streaming series.…
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Episode #223 Matt James - Colossal Biosciences, Dire Wolves, Conservation Efforts
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1:07:37Matt James is the Chief Animal Officer for Colossal Biosciences. Colossal Biosciences is dedicated to genetic engineering and de-extinction projects to advance conservation efforts for current species, like red wolves, ecosystems and biodiversity throughout the globe with cutting-edge biotechnology. Matt went into detail about the mission of Coloss…
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Keep Clients Longer: 2 Key Elements of Effective Client Communication with Tim Riddle| Ep #786
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26:23Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training How often and effectively do you communicate with clients? What strategies are you implementing to build trust and develop lasting relationships to retain good clients? We all have blind spots in business, and today's featured guest identified …
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Global Impact, AI, and the Rising Cost of Education with Kevin Merges
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50:17On this episode of ClickPoint, host KwaKu Aning welcomes Kevin Merges, Chief Global Impact Officer at Saddle River Day School, for a deep and dynamic conversation on the future of education at the intersection of technology, innovation, and global trends. Drawing on his four decades of experience, Kevin shares how his journey with technology began …
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Building Effective Client-Agency Relationships with Alex Hultgren | Ep #785
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20:21Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training What truly makes clients choose one agency over another? What are the essential qualities that elevate an agency from service provider to trusted partner? Today's featured guest brings a rare 360-degree perspective to these crucial questions. A…
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Musician JD McPherson sits down with us to discuss his latest album – “Nite Owls.”Also, Jean Hanff Korelitz joins us to talk about the sequel to her best-selling novel, “The Plot.” It’s called…”The Sequel.” And one of our favorite film critics, Ian Nathan, returns to share his thoughts on Steven Spielberg’s movies.…
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Episode #222 Jonny Hanson - Living with Lynx, Sharing Landscapes with Big Cats, Wolves and Bears
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1:08:48Jonny Hanson is an Environmental Social Scientist, award-winning social entrepreneur, snow leopard conservationist and former community farmer. He is particularly interested in understanding coexistence between livestock farming and large carnivore conservation. He recently published his first book Living with Lynx, Sharing Landscapes with Big Cats…
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Transforming Agency Operations with AI Agents (not just ChatGPT) with Khushbu Doshi | Ep #784
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17:36Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Are you still relying on basic ChatGPT prompts while your competitors create intelligent systems that work for them around the clock? The gap between basic AI users and strategic implementers is widening rapidly—and it could determine which age…
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Is AI Killing SEO as an Agency Service? 3 Core Principles of SEO with Lindsay Halsey | Ep #783
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16:51Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Is SEO still a viable service offering? If you’re an SEO agency, are you at risk for extinction? With AI taking over many industries at the moment, it’s no wonder people are asking if it’s rise means the death of SEO. Today’s featured guest is …
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This week on "BETA," ... Britain’s greatest living songwriter, Nick Lowe, joins us to talk about his newest album, “Indoor Safari.”Also, Emily St. James and Noel Murray take us back to the island to revisit the significance of the TV series, “Lost.”And Dan Kois revisits selling newspaper subscriptions on a cold winter’s night in Milwaukee.…
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Episode #221 Tom McPherson - A Visit to Wolf Connection
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25:46Tom McPherson has been guiding for 21 years and running Seaforth Expeditions for 6 years. His work with sea wolves has been featured on Netflix with Island of the Sea Wolves, and guiding BBC shoots for the Americas series on NBC. Tom and his family were able to spend some time at Wolf Connection, meet the pack, and sit down for a brief podcast. We …
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Growing the Right Agency Team to Win Back Your Time with Jacob Baadsgaard | Ep #782
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20:35Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Do you have the right team in place to remove yourself from fulfillment and sales? What about a partner that may no longer be aligned with the agency’s vision or culture? Today’s featured guest figured out a perfect niche for his abilities in d…
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Curiosity, Connection & What’s in the Box with Betsy Corcoran
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47:25Welcome to ClickPoint, where we explore the intersection of education, technology, venture capital, and sustainability to uncover transformative possibilities. In this episode, host KwaKu Aning reconnects with Betsy Corcoran, cohost of the Future Fluent podcast. A former journalist and cofounder of Lede Labs, Betsy brings a lifelong relationship wi…
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Win More Pitches and Stop Doing Spec Work with Tom Denford | Ep #781
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26:43Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Does your agency do spec creative work for pitches? How do you decide which pitches are worth your time? Do you have criteria for pitches that will positively impact your agency? Pitching is a very condensed and unreal way to work and many time…
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Producer Joseph Patel joins us to discuss his documentary, “Sly Lives!” It pays tribute to the groundbreaking musician Sly Stone.And Sara Sligar takes us inside her modern gothic novel, “Vantage Point,” which has it all – wealth, status, power…and a curse. Also, musician and Wisconsin native Phil Cook talks with us about his latest album, “Appalach…
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Episode #220 Mich Biesbroek - Tracking Wolves in the Netherlands
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51:29Mich Biesbroek has been tracking wildlife since he was a young boy. He is one of the group leaders and guides for the White Wilderness weeks of Slovak Wildlife Society, where they monitor large carnivores in Slovakia with the help of volunteer citizens scientists. He is also a core member of Werkgroep Wolf Nederland. Mich spoke about his experience…
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3 Sales Strategies to Win More Agency Business with Luke Cope | Ep #780
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28:27Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training What are you doing to win new agency business? Are you showcasing your best work? Do you have a formal pitch process that works well every time? Today’s guest co-founded his agency after realizing he had contributed significantly to another age…
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Build Your Agency’s Dream Team and Land Dream Clients with Jon Rivers | Ep #779
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24:45Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training What significant challenges have you encountered while growing your agency? Do you have the right team that aligns with your vision and goals? Are you in a situation where you have dream clients that can pay what you’re worth? Today's featured …
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This week on "BETA," comedian Sarah Silverman joins us to discuss her stand-up tour, “Postmortem.” Also, Gabino Iglesias on his incredibly intense novel, “House of Bone and Rain.” And comedian Jenny Slate shares the complicated beauty of motherhood in her essay collection, “Lifeform.”
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Episode #219 Luigi Boitani - A History of Wolf Research in Italy
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57:54Luigi Boitani has been studying, researching and propelling the conservation of wolves in Italy for over 50 years. He is currently a Professor Emeritus at the University of Rome, Italy, and Chair of the IUCN Large Carnivore Initiative for Europe. Luigi went into great detail explaining his initial experiences researching wolves, how wolves, other p…
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5 Videos You Need Right Now to Boost Prospect Engagement with Carl Kwan | Ep #778
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29:26Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Are you leveraging video to expand your audience reach and better communicate your services? Video remains the most effective medium for showcasing your brand and conveying authenticity, allowing potential clients to feel connected to you befor…
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What’s the Right Social Media Strategy for Your Digital Agency? with Elizabeth Stone | Ep #777
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19:45Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Does your digital agency a strong social media presence? Wondering which content types and platforms deliver the best results? Today's featured guest runs a social media agency that focuses on a carefully selected roster of clients. She began h…
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Susan Morrison joins us to discuss her definitive biography of SNL creator Lorne Michaels.Author Leah Kardos tells us why Kate Bush’s album, “Hounds of Love,” is as fresh as ever 40 years after its release.Also, Maggie Su on her very funny and very moving debut novel,“Blob: A Love Story.”
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Episode #218 Bridgett VonHoldt & Kristin Brzeski - Updated Research on Ghost Wolves
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1:11:49Bridgett VonHoldt and Kristin Brzeski are the Director and Co-Director of the Gulf Coast Canine Project. The GCCP was created to encompass their research and the community-based approach they are developing to understand, monitor, and manage the unique canines persisting across the Gulf Coast. Bridgett and Kristin gave updates on genomics research,…
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Make Better Decisions for Your Agency with George Arabian | Ep #776
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23:27Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Does your emotional attachment to your agency makes it difficult to make growth decisions? When you remove emotion from the mix and make decisions objectively, your realize more growth. After 21 years of running his business, today’s guest real…
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Exploring Technology's Role in Connection and Storytelling with Dan Blumberg
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53:33In this episode of ClickPoint, our host, KwaKu Aning, delves into a fascinating conversation with Dan Blumberg, the insightful mind behind the podcast Crafted. In this episode, Dan shares his journey from being captivated by the strategic game Railroad Tycoon as a teenager to becoming a prominent figure in the realm of product management and innova…
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The Secret to Keeping Clients for Over 20 Years with Pinaki Kathiari | Ep #775
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25:24Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training It’s always easier to retain existing clients than constantly landing new ones. Do you want to know the secret one agency has that has helped them hold onto clients for over 20 years? This interview highlights an agency owner’s whose client ret…
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This week on “BETA,” comedian Eugene Mirman joins us to talk about “Bob’s Burgers” and more. Also, Booker Prize nominee, Yael van der Wouden, on her debut novel, “The Safekeep.” […]
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Episode #217 Mollie Cameron - BC Wolf Cull, Caribou and Old Growth Forests
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47:35Mollie Cameron is the Wolf Campaigner for Pacific Wild in British Columbia. She has extensive field experience monitoring carnivores, studying their behavior through remote camera traps, investigating wildlife signs, and documenting predation events. She discussed the impact of old-growth forest loss, the history and current status of the wolf cull…
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Connecting with Prospects and the 2 Stories Every Agency Owner Needs to Tell with Margot Black | Ep #774
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21:44Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training What is the best way to speak to your target audience? How can you make a compelling case to work with your agency? With proper storytelling techniques, you will reach your prospects and clients in a way the resonates with them. Every successfu…
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How to Build an Irreplaceable Agency Through Strong Client Relationships with Charlene Coughlin | Ep #773
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31:08Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Are you focusing your energy on growing existing client relationships or acquiring new ones? Building strong client relationships requires a commitment to proactive communication from the very beginning, as today's featured guest clearly demons…
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Episode #216 Michelle Valberg - A Journey in Photographic Storytelling
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56:11Michelle Valberg has been a fixture in the photography world for over 40 years. A Nikon Ambassador, she was honored with the prestigious Order of Canada in 2022 for her contributions to the craft. Additionally, she is a fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society. In our conversation, Michelle shared the story of her photographic journey, dis…
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Using Acquisition to Grow Your Agency and Expand Your Client Portfolio with Luke Szkudlarek | Ep #772
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20:24Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Would you consider a merger or acquisition as a growth strategy? What does it look like to acquire another agency? How can you ensure success for the buyer, seller, and existing clients? Today’s featured guest demonstrates how this approach can…
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