Social Media Simplified

Social Media Simplified is the podcast that hands you the keys to traverse the social media landscape. Tune in each week as a Social Media Scholar to leverage Linkedin, Facebook, and social media platforms to grow your audience, boost your online presence and position yourself for your next opportunity. Social Media Simplified is hosted by: Digital Dynamo, Nathan Garrett & Collaboration Connoisseur, Lantei Takona.

11 - How to Create Landing Pages that Convert

#SMS Alert Many of us use landing pages to market our products and services on the web, and are interested in practical ways to grow our customer base and boost conversions. On the Show Today You’ll Learn: - How to create landing pages that capture attention and keep people on your page. - How to craft sensational content and call to actions that convert. - Exclusive insiders on how to qualify the right buyers of your product or service. - The key ingredient to boost your conversion rate. - And much more! Make sure to tune in to the next episode of Social Media Simplified, as we’ll be sharing simple strategies on how to structure promo videos, why the first 3 seconds are critical, and The #1 Mistake that everyone is making! Contact us Here’s what to do! - Collaboration Connoisseur – Lantei Takona connect with me on LinkedIn! - Digital Dynamo – Nathan Garrett find me on nathangarrett.net! Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-10
28:01

10 - Unlocking Opportunities from Your LinkedIn Newsfeed

 #SMS Alert Many of us are interest in making high quality connections within our LinkedIn networks, and receiving relevant information and posts about our respective industries. On the Show Today You’ll Learn: - How to personalize your LinkedIn newsfeed to receive relevant connections. - How to position yourself as a prime candidate land your dream job. - Simple strategies to leverage the LinkedIn algorithm to push relevant content to your newsfeed.  - The first step to take when you pick up your phone - And much more! Make sure to tune in to the next episode of Social Media Simplified, as we’ll be sharing the best ways to capture attention and keep people on your website, and the key ingredient to boost your conversion rate! Contact us Here’s what to do! - Collaboration Connoisseur – Lantei Takona connect with me on LinkedIn! - Digital Dynamo – Nathan Garrett find me on nathangarrett.net! Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-10
12:50

09 - Using Sales Funnels to Create Your Buyers Journey

#SMS Alert Many of us are interested in using social media to generate more business, and are interested in practical ways to increase online sales. On the Show Today You’ll Learn: - How to use sales funnels to create your buyers’ journey and increase sales. - How to leverage micro-commitments to guide buyers to your sales page. - Classic elements to get started on structuring your own sales funnels. - The proven 3 step system to ensure your success. - And much more! Make sure to tune in to the next episode of Social Media Simplified, as we’ll be sharing simple strategies on how to personalize your LinkedIn newsfeed to receive high quality content that you are interested in, and the first thing to do when you pick-up your phone! Contact us Here’s what to do! - Collaboration Connoisseur – Lantei Takona connect with me on LinkedIn! - Digital Dynamo – Nathan Garrett find me on nathangarrett.net! Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-10
18:01

07 - HowTo Improve Your Social Media Presence

 #SMS Alert Many of us participate on social media platforms, and are interested in boosting our online presence. On the Show Today You’ll Learn: - How to fast track a sustainable customer base. - How to increase participation through using actionable posts. - 2 sensational ways to build an online community . - The secret ingredient to getting fast results.  - And much more! Make sure to tune in to the next episode of Social Media Simplified, as we’ll be sharing how to draw attention to your posts, why emotional language sells, and why you should throw your English book out of the window! Contact us Here’s what to do! - Collaboration Connoisseur – Lantei Takona connect with me on LinkedIn! - Digital Dynamo – Nathan Garrett find me on nathangarrett.net! Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-10
16:39

41 - Secret Sauce to Work-Life Harmony Feat. Justin Breen

Hey all of you Social Media Scholars! In this episode, we talked to Justin Breen, founder and CEO of the PR firm, BrEpic Communications, which has had incredible success and growth in less than two years of business, working with clients like Allstate, University of Illinois, Salvation Army, plus law firms, physicians, national IT firms and lodging companies, and many more.  Justin shares his secret sauce to why his clients are earning stories in numerous mainstream media outlets, and why he started his entrepreneurial journey -- and how it's helped him spend more quality time with his wife and their two young sons. It's a must-listen-to podcast about the value of hard work, belief and the American Dream come true.  #SocialMediaSimplified #Podcast #GotItGo

05-07
46:48

19 - Generating More Customers Using SEO With Guest Vince Sandri

 #SMS Alert On today’s episode we interview Vince Sandri, an entrepreneur and SEO expert, to deconstruct the fundamental principles of SEO and establish how it relates to writing better content.  On the Show Today You’ll Learn: - How to optimize your website content for searchability. - How to rank higher in search engines like Google. - How to write content that even your mom would understand. - And much more! Contact us Here’s what to do! - Collaboration Connoisseur – Lantei Takona connect with me on LinkedIn! - Digital Dynamo – Nathan Garrett find me on nathangarrett.net! Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-12
46:25

40 - Using LinkedIn To Uncover New Opportunities From Your Network

We are all beyond 8 years ago or a college and it's time to look for opportunities and leverage our networks. In this podcast we talk about how to reach out to your first degree connections, and what to say to them before you hit the connect button.  Items: - Finding relevant and interesting people to connect with. - Contributing to your network as an influencer. - What to write when you send a connection invitation. Social media doesn't have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-11
12:52

39 - Crushing the First 90 Days of Your New Job

This is about capitalizing on being the new person at work, or the new person who just got promoted in to a new role.  We are going to talk about crushing those first 90 days. Topics:  Positioning yourself as an expert at your new job. Establishing your credibility and being approachable at work. Building your social presence and demonstrating your personality; "Hey guys, I'm here!" Demonstrating your unique opinion and input Confirming strategic relationships with your coworkers. Grab your headphones and get comfortable. Contact Us: On LinkedIn: Lantei Takona: Collaboration Connoisseur @ nathangarrett.net: Nathan Garrett: Digital Dynamo

02-11
29:30

38 - Creating the Life You Want: Interview with Hayden Humphrey

Meet Hayden Humphrey, a Success Coach specializing in helping people find the jobs they deserve, and craft energizing, meaningful and joyful lives.  On this episode we find out more about Hayden's upbringing, the pressure we all face as we enter into the 'real world' after college, and now how he's building his success coaching brand and business. Grab your headphones and get comfortable! Social media doesn't have to be hard. Keep it Simple! Contact Us: On LinkedIn: Lantei Takona - Collaboration Connoisseur At NathanGarrett.net: Nathan Garrett - Digital Dynamo

02-10
59:19

37 - 3 Ways to Use Chatbots to Boost Automation

Being successful online requires you to stay up to date with the latest social media and web application trends. Today we discuss a technology that is transforming the small business industry.  Items: Saving time by automating internal process like scheduling appointments; Scheduling Bots. Elevating your brand by streamlining customer reviews for your business; Review Bot.  Eliminating administrative work like answering the same FAQs each week; Customer Service Bot. Social media doesn't have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-10
32:32

36 - Creating a Perfect LinkedIn Profile

 🔥 As a professional, a solid personal brand can make the difference between attracting new business and getting hired for a new job. How you show up matters. Over 47 million profiles are viewed everyday on LinkedIn, so your goal here is to position yourself with a compelling and approachable LinkedIn profile. People want to work with someone who they know, like, and trust.🔥 Less than 4% of the workforce in unemployed; meaning that find a job, is harder for the active job seeker. LinkedIn is the number 1 platform for talent acquisition professionals, so if you want to accelerate your chances of landing your next job, you have to leverage the LinkedIn platform. The great news, is that you'll learn exactly how to do that using the tips and tricks shared in this podcast episode! Throughout this episode we discuss some of the less intuitive ways to tailor and personalize your own LinkedIn profile to increase the chances of you landing your next play and advancing your career. Grab your headphones, and get comfortable! "Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!"

02-10
41:02

35: 3 Critical Moments of Successful Entrepreneurship (Feat. Oliver Cable)

 🔥 Join us for this fire side chat with Oliver Cable as we discuss 3 challenges that every entrepreneur encounters, and how to blow right past them! Oliver, is an author, writer, poet, event host, and is paving his career working for the Financial Times in London, England.🔥 We start off by getting to know a little bit more about Oliver's upbringing, and then move into a discussion about overcoming the 3 key entrepreneurial challenges that even the best of us come face to face with. Throughout the chat we discuss practical ways to feed your hunger and passion in order to bring your business, project, or goals to life. Make sure to stick around, there's a special treat towards the end of the episode for each of you! Grab your headphones, and get comfortable! "Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!"

02-10
01:34:48

34 - Flipping Your List If It's Not Converting

 🔥 Want to generate an income doing digital marketing? On the show today we discuss how to build a converting prospect list using social media, how to flip your list of prospects, if it's not converting, and the secret to making fast cash. 🔥 Big hitter show notes! - What is a prospect list, and how do you build one? - The difference between a converting & a non converting list. - How to find people who would be interested in buying your list. - How to sell your list for cash. - And much more Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-10
15:56

33 - Landing a Job Interview and Getting Hired

 #SMS Alert Landing a job interview is extremely difficult. Stats show that hiring rates are up, but why is it so hard to get on the radar? On the show today we focus on best ways to land a job interview, and surprise, it’s not by applying online! Big hitter show notes! - Opportunity + Preparation = Luck! - How to identify and capitalize on opportunity - How to crush the machine Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) - How to tell your story to better position yourself to stand out - And much more Here’s how to get in touch with us: - Collaboration Connoisseur – Lantei Takona connect with me on LinkedIn! - Digital Dynamo – Nathan Garrett find me on nathangarrett.net! Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-10
41:03

32 - 5 Essential Emails to Keep Customers Engaged

 🔥 Want to boost your online sales for free? Interested in nurturing your prospects to convert them into paying customers? How about a way to successfully building your online brand? 🔥 On Today's Show We Discuss: - The 5 essential emails to keep your customers engaged - How to craft an engaging email soap opera sequence - The key element to boosting your online sales - And Much More Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple! Grab your headphones, and get comfortable as we unveil the best ways to build your brand using #LinkedIn & #Facebook Here is how to get in contact with us: Lantei Takona - Collaboration Connoisseur on LinkedIn Nathan Garrett - Digital Dynamo at NathanGarrett.net #GotItGo #SocialMediaSimplified

02-10
27:33

29 - Consider this When Starting an Online Business

 #SMS Alert Several of us have businesses that we’d like to see come to fruition, but the one thing that most of us are challenged with is carving out enough time each day to build on our idea. We tend to procrastinate or find ourselves stuck in ruts. This often results in frustration when we start to lose momentum.  On the Show Today We Discuss: - Practical routines to efficiently build on your business ideas  - Exclusive hacks to destroy procrastination - And much more Here’s how to get in touch with us: - Collaboration Connoisseur – Lantei Takona connect with me on LinkedIn! - Digital Dynamo – Nathan Garrett find me on nathangarrett.net! Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-10
45:19

28 - Destroying Procrastination

 #SMS Alert Several of us have businesses that we’d like to see come to fruition, but the one thing that most of us are challenged with is carving out enough time each day to build on our idea. We tend to procrastinate or find ourselves stuck in ruts. This often results in frustration when we start to lose momentum.  On the Show Today We Discuss: - Practical routines to efficiently build on your business ideas  - Exclusive hacks to destroy procrastination - And much more Here’s how to get in touch with us: - Collaboration Connoisseur – Lantei Takona connect with me on LinkedIn! - Digital Dynamo – Nathan Garrett find me on nathangarrett.net! Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-10
33:02

27 - 7 Steps to Creating a Profitable Social Media Campaign

 #SMS Alert Several of us have the idea of creating online businesses to sell products and services online, but the one thing that most of us are challenged with is that we get so consumed with the product itself that we focus and focus on perfection. We tend to neglect building a strategy to market and sell it. This often results in frustration when the sales don’t start rolling in. On the Show Today We Discuss: - 7 steps to building a profitable social media campaign - How to position product and services to maximize exposure leading to sales - #6 will shock you! Here’s how to get in touch with us: - Collaboration Connoisseur – Lantei Takona connect with me on LinkedIn! - Digital Dynamo – Nathan Garrett find me on nathangarrett.net! Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-10
51:38

26 - Why Every Entrepreneur Should Embrace Debt

 🔥It surged with flames and all went up in billows of smoke 🔥 Debt is a 4 letter word that is taboo to talk about, and most of us avoid it! Yet, most of us have debt in some shape form of fashion, most commonly: a car payment or a mortgage. On this show we discuss this topic from an entrepreneurial perspective. . . going into debt to finance your dream. Grab your headphones, and get comfortable as we unveil the best ways to build your brand using #LinkedIn & #Facebook. On the Show Today We Discuss: - Why every entrepreneur should embrace debt - How to map out your idea before taking on risk - The shocking truth about college tuition Social Media doesn't have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-10
47:13

05 - Boosting your Customer Base by 300% Using Messenger Bots

 #SMS Alert Many of are interested in saving our business time and money, and are interested in using innovative ways to boost revenue. On the Show Today You’ll Learn: - How to save your business time and money by automating client acquisition. - How to leverage Messenger Bots to increase your client-customer prospects. - Exclusive tools to get started with Messenger Bots. - The critical factor that will make or break your success. - And much more! Make sure to tune in to the next episode of Social Media Simplified, as we’ll be sharing simple strategies on how to make you or your business profile show up in search results, and surefire way to to make your content easier to find! Contact us Here’s what to do! - Collaboration Connoisseur – Lantei Takona connect with me on LinkedIn! - Digital Dynamo – Nathan Garrett find me on nathangarrett.net! Social Media doesn’t have to be hard. Keep it simple!

02-10
18:20

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