Hands On Business

Nicola Richardson, a business leadership expert, shares her experience of the harmful effects of avoiding difficult conversations. She emphasizes the importance of open communication, compassion, and empathy in addressing these conversations. Key Takeaways Ignoring or avoiding difficult conversations at work can have negative consequences for businesses. Difficult conversations can lead to grievances, employee turnover, and performance issues. Open communication, compassion, and empathy are essential in addressing difficult conversations. A framework for difficult conversations includes action, impact, and development. Documentation and follow-up are crucial for clarity and accountability. Always prepare for difficult conversations to ensure a positive outcome. Manage your emotions and create a compassionate environment during conversations. Effective communication can lead to a positive culture and improved performance. Bullying behavior is unacceptable and should be addressed. Treat people with empathy, kindness, and respect in all interactions. 📝 Join the mailing list to get the show notes for every episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/podcast-show-notes/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast ⁠https://youtu.be/fzXrQZbXsTw --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

In this conversation, Tom Schwab discusses the potential downsides of digital marketing and how it may not always be effective for businesses. He shares his journey from being a Navy veteran to becoming an entrepreneur and marketer. Despite its promise of efficiency and profitability, digital marketing strategies might be harming your business. Pick up a FREE copy of Toms book : https://interviewvalet.com/handson/ 📝 Join the mailing list to get the show notes for every episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/podcast-show-notes/⁠⁠⁠ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast https://youtu.be/7vnD8oNJ-34 🔗Contact Tom https://www.linkedin.com/company/interview-valet/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

“Mindset is one of the key attributes that determine how successful you become in any walk of life.” In this episode, we discuss the difference between UK and US business mindset and culture, and how you can develop a winning mindset in your entrepreneurial journey. Listen and get practical steps and invaluable insights that will help you navigate the entrepreneurial landscape with the right mindset. 📺 Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/4dURkxMNMqk 📝 Join the mailing list to get the show notes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for every episode here: ⁠ https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/podcast-show-notes --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

In this conversation, Hakeem discusses the importance of having a vision in small businesses. Hakeem emphasizes the simplicity of developing a clear vision statement and provides examples from various industries. Takeaways A clear vision is crucial for small businesses as it provides direction and purpose. Developing a concise and inspiring vision statement is the first step in crafting a roadmap for growth and success. Communicating and regularly reinforcing the vision to employees and stakeholders is essential for alignment and engagement. The vision should guide decision making, strategic planning, and marketing efforts to attract customers who align with the business's values. 📝 Join the mailing list to get the show notes for every episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/podcast-show-notes/⁠⁠⁠ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/7Lp0yWUXi40 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

This conversation with Tim Butler, Founder and CEO of Innovation Visual explores the impact of AI on business, particularly in the field of digital marketing. The discussion covers the fear of job losses, the transformation of marketing strategies, and the adoption of AI tools in different countries Takeaways AI has the potential to transform marketing strategies, particularly in areas such as chat and call centers, content generation, and image editing. The adoption of AI tools should be driven by efficiency and performance goals, with a focus on understanding data and leveraging it to improve customer experiences. When integrating AI into marketing strategies, it is important to have a clear data strategy, join up data sources, and consider the context and expertise that humans bring to the table. AI has the potential to transform society on a wide scale, similar to the industrial revolution, but at a faster pace. 📝 Join the mailing list to get the show notes for every episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/podcast-show-notes/⁠⁠ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/7CdztmkoVJQ 🔗Contact Tim : ⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbutler101/r⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

In this conversation, Hakeem Adebiyi and Athole Forbes discuss the importance of business planning and simplifying the planning process. They dive into the seven key elements to supercharge a business, including getting clear on your skills and value, creating an offer, business planning, social media strategy, sales, feedback, and networking. 📝 Join the mailing list to get the show notes for every episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/podcast-show-notes/⁠⁠⁠ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/bfMF3riPvCg --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

“When it comes to PR, it is a little bit different from traditional marketing; you don't necessarily get to determine what the call of action would be in an article that is written about you, however the benefit of good PR can be substantial. to your bottom line” Press Releases (PR) can be a powerful public relations tool to enhance your sales efforts, as it allows you to effectively engage with your target audience, establish your social proof, boost your credibility, and generate valuable leads. Find out how to do it right and consistently with Mickie Kennedy, founder of eReleases and a renowned expert in the field of PR 📝 Get the show notes here: https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/how-to-use-pr-to-close-more-sales-mickie-kennedy/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

In this episode, we are joined by Cary Sparrow to talk about the effective use of data and how you can turn it into dollars through increased efficiency, risk management, talent retention, and innovation. SPONSORED BY: ⁠THE SALES ACCELERATION FORMULA (5 easy steps to accelerate your sales)⁠ https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/training-resources/the-book-the-sales-acceleration-formula/ 📝 Join the mailing list to get the show notes for every episode here: https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/podcast-show-notes 📺 Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/3SABAIfITqM Connect with Cary Website: ⁠https://wagescape.com/⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/carysparrow/⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

In todays episode we share how you can overcome conflict in business and deliver exponential growth. We share tips and insights on leveraging the silver lining of growth opportunities hidden in every conflict. 📺 Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/3SABAIfITqM 📝 Join the mailing list to get the show notes for every episode here: https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/podcast-show-notes --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

Achieving consistent and sustainable growth in your business depends on many different factors, but one essential element that is overrides everything else is the people in your business. Join the conversation with your host, Hakeem Adebiyi, as he gives some simple strategies for designing a culture that can enhance your competitive advantage and be leveraged as a unique selling point. Tune in to discover the secrets that pave the way for sustained success on the ever-evolving business landscape. 📝 Join the mailing list to get the show notes for every episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/podcast-show-notes/ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast:  https://youtu.be/RA5hw1Aa0Fw --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

Adrian Kay-ler, a senior partner at the executive coaching firm Take New Ground, and on this episode he discusses the importance of speaking and listening for unprecedented results. Takeaways Own the impact of your actions and live with intention. Transitioning from founder to CEO requires embracing new responsibilities and delegating tasks. Raising the bar and aligning work with passion can lead to greater freedom. Effective communication involves listening, speaking with clarity and purpose, and living with integrity. 📝 Join the mailing list to get the show notes for every episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/podcast-show-notes/⁠ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast: ⁠https://youtu.be/IwMV8i9TvDk 🔗Contact Adrian : ⁠⁠ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriankoehler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrian.k/?hl=en --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

Turning your hobby into a business. That's often the dream, isn't it? You have a hobby that you're really good at and people say to you that it is so good you should sell it. But you have doubts about leaving a secure job and fear of failing at it. If you ever didn’t think it was possible to live your dream, our guest today will show you that it is. Today we talk to Diane Hill, Designer, and Owner of Diane Hill, London, Art, Print, and Accessories. She paints bright and beautiful art inspired by a style popular in the 18th Century called Chinoiserie. We're going to be discussing how she turned a hobby into a successful and profitable business. Diane will tell you her story, where she started painting murals in her toddler’s room to be featured in Vogue and having her designs sold at John Lewis Brewer and Anthropologie US. To get started in moving your hobby to a business or if you want to understand the importance of social media, mailing lists, and automation on that journey listen to Diane’s engaging and interesting story about her road to entrepreneurship. 📝 For full show notes: https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast:  https://youtu.be/BXCKDrEUinA 🔗Contact me on LinkedIn for the offer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hakeemad --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

In this episode of the Hands On Business podcast, Sonja Crystal Williams joins us to talk about why generating video content on social media is so critical, how businesses and individuals can optimize their video content on different social media platforms, and the best metrics to use to track and measure the success of your video content on social media platforms. 📝 Read show notes here: ⁠https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/why-generating-video-on-social-media-is-critical-sonja-crystal-williams/⁠ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast: https://youtu.be/wdTMo4C2hOI --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a successful leader or coach? Claire Walton has the answer. Having worked in Senior Management and Executive Director roles across diverse industries and major brands and in her own coaching business, Claire has studied successful leaders for years and wants to help you make a difference.  In this week's episode of our “Hands On Business chat” we’re talking about the common practices of successful leaders and coaches with a special guest @ClaireWalton to help you amp up your leadership performance to deal with the increasingly challenging demands. 🙌🏽💚   Claire Watson is the founder of Leaders Are Mad, a company that was born from her passion for inspiring and helping leaders make a ripple effect, achieve success and make a difference in their lives and organisations with less stress. Join us as Claire chronicles the most common practices of leaders and coaches to help you discover your strategic passions, understand the exponential curve, and cultivate the confidence to lead and take people where you want to go. 📝 Read show notes here: ⁠https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/why-embracing-failure-is-a-critical-component-of-business-success/⁠ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast: ⁠https://youtu.be/ULwhrnkXJU0⁠ 🔗Contact me on LinkedIn for the offer: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/hakeemad --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

In any pursuit of success, even the mention of the word failure sets the wrong tone. Failure is not something many business leaders want to talk about, but it’s a part of life and a necessary component of any success. When things go wrong in business, it can be tempting to push the experience from the road to move on as quickly as possible without reflecting and learning from it. However, by doing that, we miss the opportunity to learn and grow.  Embracing failure is all about reflecting on what went wrong and why and it can be the most valuable learning experience in our businesses. In this episode of the Hands On Business podcast, your host, Hakeem, talks about embracing failure and why it is necessary for success. 📝 Read show notes here: https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/why-embracing-failure-is-a-critical-component-of-business-success/ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast: https://youtu.be/InGZMnRghtM 🔗Contact me on LinkedIn for the offer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hakeemad --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

“So much of being into the top 1% in anything is just a matter of some small things that those top 1% do regularly. Not because they are sexy or cool. It's just a matter of small things that they do consistently.”- Vincent Phipps [06:08] Listen to gain insights into various aspects of standing out in the business world. Discover Vincent's tactics for outshining competitors and how he reached globally's top echelon of presenters. You can employ the same strategies to do the same in your arena. Enjoy 📝 Join the mailing list to get the show notes for every episode here: ⁠⁠https://newsletter.thesalesaccelerationformula.com⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

“Hire for a minimum amount of skills; if you get more than that, great, but hire for values, behaviours, and things that you want them to be when they show up.”- In this episode of the Hands On Business podcast, Bill Flynn unravels the secrets to successfully attracting, hiring, and training top-notch talent to achieve exceptional results. With his wealth of experience in talent acquisition and leadership development, Bill offers invaluable insights that can revolutionise your approach to retaining great talents and building a great team. He advocates for a more holistic and thorough interview approach, incorporating behavioural assessments, case studies, and skill-specific tasks to accurately gauge candidates' suitability. 📝 Join the mailing list to get the show notes for every episode here: ⁠https://newsletter.thesalesaccelerationformula.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way businesses operate. and it's not hard to see why.   It is being used to automate processes, streamline operations, and increase efficiency. The ability of AI to analyze vast amounts of data, learn from that data, and make predictions and recommendations based on that analysis can help businesses grow in many ways. But while AI can be a powerful tool for businesses, however, it also raises questions about how it is being used and how it will affect our lives in the future. In this episode of the Hands On Business podcast, your host, Hakeem, talks the pros and the cons of artificial intelligence in a business context, and whether on balance it's a force for good or evil 😁. 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast: ⁠https://youtu.be/dLpU5BaXuDg⁠ 🔗Contact me on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/hakeemad --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn your business into a go-to brand in today's competitive climate?  In this episode, we explore the secret to becoming a go-to brand with Jason Foo - Chairman and CEO of BBD Perfect Storm. A world-leading independent agency pioneering change through purpose , his story is one you don't want to miss!  With 20 years experience behind him - he'll be talking about his incredible journey from startup agency pitching for big customers to now managing some major brands like ETIHAD airlines. Join us as Jason chronicles his journey towards building an iconic name in business that stands out from all competitors. 📝 Read show notes here: https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/the-secrets-to-becoming-the-go-to-brand-in-any-category-with-jason-foo/ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast: https://youtu.be/XP9DdLEPd9U 🔗Contact me on LinkedIn for the offer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hakeemad --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message

In this episode of the Hands On Business podcast, Oscar Trimboli joins us to talk about listening and how you can leverage the five levels of listening to be more productive and drive more growth in your business. When you understand the signs and the art of listening, listening becomes productive and fun, and you can recharge your batteries quickly, ask effective questions and impact every conversation you engage in. Whether it is with a customer, employee, stakeholder or team member, listening will help you increase productivity and efficiency in your business and save more time in the long run. 📝 Read show notes here: ⁠⁠https://thesalesaccelerationformula.com/how-to-grow-your-business-using-the-five-levels-of-listening-with-oscar-trimboli/ 📺 Watch this episode on the Hands On Business Podcast: ⁠https://youtu.be/sb4fic7NC6Q --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hakeem-adebiyi/message