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In 10 years, today’s guest has turned a $2M marketing spend into $25M in revenue. Ka-ching! And he joins us to share 6 proven marketing strategies for small business that helped him get there. It’s a chin-scratching episode 504 of The (award-winning) Small Business Big Marketing podcast. Cham Tang is the co-founder of Authentic Education, a multi-million dollar training company that specialises in helping business owners take back control of their marketing. Sounds like a good idea for a podcast! Since launching in 2010, Cham has spent $2M on marketing that’s generated $25M in revenues. Plus his business was selected by BRW Magazine as a BRW Fast 100 Company not once, but twice. No mean feat! Today Cham’s here to share 6 proven marketing strategies that are working for his business right now, in the middle of this global crisis we’re all battling to navigate our way through.  In fact, despite Authentic Education historically being a live event business, it’s actually thriving, with profit margins increasing

Bryan Clayton used to mow lawns for a living. Now he’s the founder of GreenPal, an online service connecting homeowners to lawn care professionals. And here’s the kicker - in just three years it’s turning over $20M a year, and experiencing 100% growth, year-on-year. It’s a well fertilised episode 503 of The (award-winning) Small Business Big Marketing podcast.    A bit more about GreenPal's Bryan Clayton Bryan Clayton was the founder of PeachTree, one of the largest landscaping companies in Tennessee, growing it to over $10M in annual revenues before selling it in 2013. He’s now the co-founder of the 3-year old GreenPal business, an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals. Already it has an annual turnover of $20M, has over 100,000 active customers, completing thousands of transactions every day, and is experiencing 100% growth year-on-year! What’s particularly interesting is Brian has done this without any prior eCommerce experience. Even more interesting is that he

Today's episode is a great case study of how to successfully rebrand without alienating your customers. Imagine building a multi-million dollar brand that you absolutely love, only to find (due to legal reasons) you have to rebrand it, not once, but twice. All this whilst going through an ugly separation, and being a single mum of a newborn. It’s a highly charged episode 502 of The (award-winning) Small Business Big Marketing podcast.   Today's guest is Rebecca Klodinsky, founder of the of bikini label IIXIIST In just six years, Frankii Swim has burst onto the Australian fashion scene, quickly developing a tribe of loyal, bikini-loving wearers … most of whom are women!! The label then quickly found itself on the global stage thanks to the likes of Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner and Rhianna. It’s now a runaway success turning over $7M this year, and making founder Rebecca Klodinsky, a very happy camper. But it hasn’t all been smooth sailing, as Rebecca has had to navigate an ugly separation from her partner,

Want to know how to adapt your marketing during Coronavirus? COVID-19 has thrown up all sorts of challenges, and opportunities, for business owners everywhere. Some have sadly had to close, some are finding it incredibly tough, whilst others are innovating like they’ve never done before. Today’s guest fits into that category. It’s a challenge-everything episode 501 of The (award-winning) Small Business Big Marketing podcast. Mad scientist, Ben Newsome, is the founder of Fizzics Education, a business delivering science shows, workshops and parties to kids across Australia. Ben’s that guy in the white lab coat, protective goggles and ridiculously over-sized rubber gloves who mixes Mentos with Diet Coke, then explains why it explodes! Since 2004, he and his team have built a hugely successful business, reaching over 2 million kids, face-to-face.  Well, COVID-19 changed all that. Schools closed, and events became a no-no, putting an end to the way Fizzics Education had traditionally done business. So, like a

Your most asked small business marketing questions answered. "If you had only 20-minutes a day to market your business, what would you do?" "What stand-out marketing ideas have you been blown away by?" "Who's been your favourite guest, and why?" These are just three of the questions you wonderful listeners have sent in for me to answer in this week's milestone episode 500 of your favourite marketing podcast ;0) Thank-you to everyone who sent me a question - I received 127 in total, so was unable to answer them all. That said, I've no doubt there's something in this epsidoe for everyone as I cover the following topics: How to market to the C-Suite How to market a cafe on $300 / month? Best video marketing techniques My biggest learning from 500 episodes How to build market share The importance of being a tech-savvy business owner How to know it's time to close your business What I would do with a monthly marketing budget of $1,000 How to best use social media to promote your business How to develop 'podcast

On today’s episode, how a Year 10 dropout saw a film that changed the entire direction of his career … in fact, of his life. “We chose denim because jeans are a staple, they are also a piece of clothing that says a lot about you, and for that reason we believe we offer something unique to those people who want to do the right thing and help others.” More about James Bartle James Bartle is the founder of Outland Denim, the denim brand making jeans differently and setting a new standard in the highly exploitative fashion industry. Driven by a desire to curb the trafficking of young girls in the multi-billion commercial sex trade, James created Outland Denim to generate training and employment opportunities for women vulnerable to exploitation and abuse. Ten years on, the OutlandDenim brand can be found in some of the world’s largest department stores, employing over 100 women, and is seen worn by the likes of Meghan Markle and Leonardo diCaprio. In this passionate chat Outland Denim's James Bartle shares

In a world ruled by major corporations and big financial institutions, it’s unlikely for a young company to quickly grab a significant chunk of the market. But that’s exactly what a digital pocket money concept did. Not only that, but it has also been able to solve a pain point faced by most parents and built a reputation for being trustworthy. Today, our special guest is Mario Hasanakos, the co-founder of Spriggy—an online banking tool that helps parents teach their kids about money. Spriggy has revolutionised how Australian kids get their pocket money while preparing them to have the skills needed in a cashless society. Mario talks about how the idea for Spriggy started and how they’ve been able to gain a foothold in the market because of their transparency and genuine desire to help people. The financial crisis hit the market hard and has led many people to become worse off. Most critical are those with low financial literacy and Mario aims to change that. He shares with us their future plans as they con

As a small business owner, you’ve probably been finding difficulty grabbing your customer’s attention in a world that is constantly bombarded by mass advertising. How do you stand out? How do you get your message across? You know that if customers just took notice of your business even for just one moment, they’ll definitely buy your product. In this episode, our special guest, Jamie Mustard, joins us to share how blocks are the solution to your business getting noticed by the right people at the right time. We live in an over messaged world that gives us too many choices. But the secret to cutting through all the clutter is by using blocks. Jamie gives us great examples of how blocks have been used in speeches, art, and marketing.   Now, the idea of using blocks is great, but how do we even make one? Don’t worry as Jamie gives us the basic principles on how to create blocks and use the law of attention to be heard and seen. There’s marketing GOLD dripping from our ceiling here, so it’s best you listen now

Who knew boosting sales, smashing customer churn, and increasing customer engagement could be this simple? It may sound a bit unbelievable but wait till you hear what today’s guest has to share. Bonjoro founder, Matt Barnett, takes us through how he came up with the video marketing hack he used to convert leads for his tech startup, which ultimately failed. But his simplistic way of reaching out to leads, later on, gave rise to Bonjoro. And the rest, as they say, is history.  The self-titled Papa Bear of Bonjoro emphasises that a lot of things that happened were unexpected and started in the most unlikely places. He also shares with us three high-converting video sales funnels you can use to get immediate results.  Tune in to get those little gold nugget insights to spur on some creativity!   About today’s guest Matt Barnett Matt Barnett is the founder of Bonjoro, a customer engagement app that enables you to send short personalised videos to a customer’s email or phone number. Matt was a surfer from the

I know, right? It’s crazy! No one in their right minds would do this. Hiring a cocaine addict—not only once, but twice? I certainly wanted to hear where hiring addicts got him-did it work? Is it even possible to turn these people into the best employees? In today’s episode, we are joined by Marx Acosta Rubio, the millionaire turned deca-millionaire who is famous for his story of falling and rising and falling again—only to rise up even better. How exactly do you rise from the ashes after a massive failure? Marx shares with us his rags to riches to rags to riches experience and how he did it. Plus, a bonus strategy he uses in hiring his employees which he has proven to be highly effective. If you’re going through a rough patch at the moment. Whether it be in your business or personal life, then this episode is exactly what you need. Listen now and find some marketing G-O-L-D! About today’s guest Marx Acosta Rubio Marx Acosta Rubio is the founder of Onestop, a company that makes 30+ million dollars in annua

Do you want to start a venture close to your heart? If you’re going to build a business with a value proposition that resonates with your clients—your pitch, your objective and your target audience will be crucial to your success. Family legacy producer Tony Knight pursued a job that he loves, and it made all the difference in his life. You can do the same, too. In today's episode, Tony joins us to talk about his startup journey in chronicling other people's lives through film. He also shares the marketing strategies that he uses in reaching out to potential clients. This episode is especially helpful for those who wish to turn their passion into a business. Sit back, relax, and make sure that you tune in to the show to know how you, too, can choose and thrive in doing the job that you love. About today’s guest Tony Knight Tony Knight is the Managing Director of This Is My Life where he and his team create a highly personal and individual history of clients' lives, which generations to come can see. They

Marketing real estate property is more than just churning out vlogs and property videos then waiting for clients to start rolling in. Building your online presence and expanding your reach takes hard work and knowledge of your target market. Beverly Hills real estate agent and content marketing ninja Peter Lorimer is here to tell us all about it. Did you know that Peter used to work as a sought-after producer in the music industry? He has worked with some of the biggest names in music, accumulating over #1 Billboard chart hits by his retirement in 2003. Today, Peter takes us through the lessons he learned in the music industry to carving his brand of real estate in the LA property market. His punk rock approach and social media savvy allow him to build relationships and trust with the people drawn to his philosophy. Tune in to learn about creating an identity that works for you and how to bring your brand to the people who need it. About Peter Lorimer Peter Lorimer was a successful music producer with

What is your idea of marketing? If you think it’s merely promoting a product and persuading people into buying it, think again. Marketing Hall of Famer Seth Godin believes marketing should go deep into what your customers believe in, identify as, and the narrative they tell themselves when they purchase your product or service. Episode 492 of The (award-winning) Small Business Big Marketing Show is a stimulating conversation with Seth, as he explains why marketing is work that matters for people who care. I guarantee you'll get fresh perspectives and inspiring marketing advice from this episode. Make sure to tune in to find out the truths about marketing and how you can be successful in it. About Seth Godin Seth Godin is an author, entrepreneur and most of all, a teacher. Seth is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, and speaker. In addition to launching one of the most popular blogs in the world, he has written 19 best-selling books, including The Dip, Linchpin, Purple Cow, Tribes, and What To Do When

Successful door-to-door selling takes more than having an excellent product. It involves the clever use of psychology, persuasion, and social cues, all working together to help you close the deal. The master door-to-door sales expert Chandler Smith knows this well and has all the secrets you need to know. Did you know that he earned $220,000 in his first year? And he’s gone on to recruit and mentor over 800 sales representatives. Today, new doors will open for you as Chandler discusses the best selling approach and the winning mindsets and strategies to build rapport with every person behind every door. Aside from sales advice, you’ll also get effective psychological methods you can apply in your life. Make sure to tune in to super-charge your sales skills and ability to connect with people - it even involves guns and nudity!   About Our Guest: Chandler Smith is the master door-to-door sales expert and a regional sales manager at Aptive Environmental, a pest control service in North America. He began h

If your business is relying on just one source of revenue then it’s time to reconsider your business model. Swimming coach Brenton Ford did … and now business is going swimmingly.  In fact, he’s about to have his first 7-figure year. And he’s a swimming coach! Today, it’s a wet-behind-the-ears episode 490 of The (award-winning) Small Business Big Marketing Show as Brenton Ford of Effortless Swimming is here to talk about using multiple revenue streams to increase your business’ traffic and eventually help you earn more.  You’ll get lots of ideas and insights about how you can do this through various offline and online tools, such as training camps, online courses, podcasting, and video content. Make sure to tune in and find out how you can effectively increase your traffic and revenue.   About Our Guest: Brenton Ford is a national swimmer and coach who has taught a lot of champion swimmers in Australia. He is also the winner of the Australian National Master Swim Coach of the Year award in 2012. Ford

Introducing a new product or a business to the market can be hard and frustrating for new entrepreneurs. It is vital to have an eye for opportunities and be able to use it to leverage and get the approval of consumers. We're back with Mark Livings of Lyre's Spirit Co, whose mission is to change the way the world drinks. Since the previous interview with Mark, Lyre's has reached tremendous success locally and internationally, racking up 21 distributors across the globe. Today, he's here with us to talk about the challenges in scaling, as well as the most effective growth and marketing strategies. Just like the first interview, you'll get tremendous business and marketing insights and know-how from this episode. Make sure to tune in to find out how you can also scale successfully.   About Our Guest: Mark Livings is the founder of Lyre's Spirits Co, a globally distributed non-alcoholic spirits brand. He is also a co-founder of a diverse portfolio of businesses in the FMCG/CPG industry across marketing and a

Does the idea of building a profitable business that turns over $15M after just 5-years appeal? What about winning a swag of business and personal awards along the way? I thought it would. Well, Flora & Fauna’s Julie Mathers has done just that, and bacon has played no role whatsoever! It’s a very Vegan episode 488 of The (award-winning) Small Business Big Marketing Show thanks to American Express and my very own marketing book … The Boomerang Effect.   A little bit more about Flora & Fauna’s Julie Mathers … Julie Mathers (with her hubby Tom) founded Flora & Fauna, the world’s largest self-funded, 100% vegan store just 5-years ago with a crystal clear vision to become the most responsible retailer possible, offering the world’s best customer service.   Well, she’s doing something right, as 5-years on, Flora & Fauna: Stocks 6,500 products Will turn-over $15M this year And Julie was recently named #1 in the Online Retailing Industry Association’s Top 50 People in Australian eCommerce AS WELL AS their Busine

I love how people make a living. Past guest Shane Yeend makes money selling the usage-rights to the Hollywood sign. Adam Lippin sells cuddles. Laura Klien has a million dollar business selling battery-powered snot suckers! And today’s guest makes a quid from showing people how to throw axes … indoors!   It’s time to sharpen your axe and get stuck in to episode 487 of The (award-winning) Small Business Big Marketing Show thanks to American Express.   A little bit more about Lumber Punks Tyson McMillan … Tyson McMillan used to be a stand-up comedian, until one day in 2015 he was throwing axes in his backyard with his mate Sam. It was at that point that he looked Sam lovingly in the eyes and said “Hey Sammy … we should do this for a living!” They did and Lumber Punks - an indoor axe-throwing business - was born. Now Lumber Punks has three venues across Australia and the boys are having the time of their life. So what can you learn from a bloke who loves throwing axes? Great question. We talk about: How

Finally! Finally, thanks to Local measure's Jonathan Barouch, we’re all going to discover how to create an incredible customer experience that will make it easier to do business with us, infinitely more enjoyable and crazily shareable. It’s a highly experiential episode 486 of The (award-winning) Small Business Big Marketing Show thanks to American Express.   A little bit more about Local Measure’s Jonathan Barouch … Marketing is full of jargon, right? And probably the most bandied around term of recent years has been customer experience, or CX as those in the know like to call it. But what is it? Why’s it important? How can it help grow my business? And if it can, how do I get some of that action? All excellent questions, which are about to be answered by customer experience expert Jonathan Barouch, who is the founder of real-time customer intelligence company Local Measure .... and is also one of Australia’s most respected tech entrepreneurs. Local Measure is next generation customer experience (main

Accomplished musician and small business owner Lachy Doley is a world-leading expert on the Hammond Organ. He’s also Jimmy Barnes’s keyboard player and he played for Powderfinger back in the day. He’s no slouch! In this very honest and open interview he shares how he makes a living from one of the world's toughest industries.   A little bit more about Lachy Doley … Righto, so a few years ago, this fellow by the name of Lachy Doley sent me an email (out of the blue) saying he listened to my show when touring, and that he loved it so much that he’d gone ahead and wrote, sang and recorded a new intro and music bed for me. I took a listen, loved it, and have been using it ever since.  I then rang to thank him and offer to get him some work. He politely replied that he was busy enough as he was Jimmy Barnes’s keyboard player. For oversea’s listeners, I’ll explain who Jimmy Barnes is during the interview, suffice to say he’s no slouch … and neither is Lachy. In fact, he's one of the world’s leading Hammond Orga