Episodes

281
Feb. 9, 2021

Interview with John Vuong - Founder of Local SEO Search

My Guest This is a feature length interview with John Vuong, he is the Founder of SEO Search based in Canada. We start this conversation with how his parents were ‘boat people’ from Vietnam in the 1980’s. We talk about his early career as a successful salesman, then he started his own business called SEO Search, with an amazing story that he won his first client before he had a laptop. We delve deep into his techniques for SEO which is the basis of his business. He goes into detail about how ...
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Feb. 4, 2021

SMALL BUSINESS THURSDAY - Importance of sales and marketing

SMALL BUSINESS THURSDAY - This is a podcast where I talk about the importance sales and marketing in small business. Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: https://absolutebusinessmindset.com/abm-coaching-services Do you want to be a podcaster? Sign up on www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/markjhayward See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Support the...
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Feb. 1, 2021

Interview with Jeff Haden - Inc magazine contributor and author

My Guest This is a feature length interview with Jeff Haden who is Inc magazine contributor and author. We talk about his early career in manufacturing which gave him insight into managerial processes. He pivoted his career after 17 years in manufacturing to ghost writing. Jeff has written about property, management, finance, investing and breast feeding. He is now a prolific contributing editor at Inc magazine, which you can see on social media as well. He is the author of 'The Motivation My...
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Jan. 25, 2021

Be professional even when it is hard

This is a podcast where I talk about the importance of being professional even when it is hard Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: https://absolutebusinessmindset.com/abm-coaching-services Do you want to be a podcaster? Sign up on www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/markjhayward See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Support the showDo you want to be...
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Jan. 25, 2021

Interview with Nir Bashan - The Creator Mindset

My Guest This is a feature length interview with Nir Bashan, who is the author of ‘The Creator Mindset’. We discuss his early career in music which helped him develop his understanding of creativity. We talk through his key life milestones of being a copywriter and creative director. Nir talks about his understanding of creativity in business, and the under appreciation of this in all walks of life. He is the CEO and founder of The Creator Mindset, where he holds workshops and conferences, an...
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Jan. 21, 2021

SMALL BUSINESS THURSDAY - Sales funnel

SMALL BUSINESS THURSDAY - This is a podcast where I talk about the sales funnel. I give the example of the WWE wrestling sales funnel, I was taught this some time ago but it stuck with me. Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: https://absolutebusinessmindset.com/abm-coaching-services Do you want to be a podcaster? Sign up on www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/markjhayward ...
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Jan. 18, 2021

Interview with Barnaby Wynter - Advertising guru

My Guest A feature length interview with Barnaby Wynter, we discuss his tour around Australia on a Honda CX500 motorbike. Then we delve into his early career in advertising and then the change with purchasing the ad agency which changed him into a business owner. We discuss the importance of creativity in advertising, and the difference between large and small companies and creativity. We discuss the huge variety of work that he does now with conference speaking, coaching, Head of Marketing, ...
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Jan. 17, 2021

Small success -enjoy the process

This is a podcast where I talk about the importance of enjoying the process and feeling your successes. Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: https://absolutebusinessmindset.com/abm-coaching-services Do you want to be a podcaster? Sign up on www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward-163721a0/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/markjhayward See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Support the sh...
273
Jan. 14, 2021

SMALL BUSINESS THURSDAY - Biggest mistakes made by entrepreneurs

SMALL BUSINESS THURSDAY - This is a podcast where I talk about the biggest mistakes that entrepreneurs make. There are 10 mistakes which I talk through for you as a small business owner. Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: https://absolutebusinessmindset.com/abm-coaching-services Do you want to be a podcaster? Sign up on www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward-163721a0/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/markj...
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Jan. 10, 2021

Joint podcast with Andrew Miller from Tingle Zone.

My Guest A joint released podcast with Andrew Miller, who is the the host of 'The Tingle Zone'. He is the leader of the Business Enjoyment and we will talk about that on this podcast. We co-host the interview and ask lots of questions of each other and we reveal our views on business. We talk about our journey and current projects in depth, which was so interesting. This is an experiment and your feedback is welcome but I loved doing it, thank Andrew! Find more details about my coaching busine...
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Jan. 7, 2021

Fragility of Life - We aren't here for long

This is a podcast where I talk about the fragility of life and I discuss that we aren't on this earth for long and we need to make the most of it. Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: https://absolutebusinessmindset.com/abm-coaching-services Do you want to be a podcaster? Sign up on www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward-163721a0/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/markjhayward See acast.com/privacy for priva...
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Jan. 4, 2021

BONUS INTERVIEW with Mark Edwards - Software Strategist in M&A

My Guest A feature length interview with Mark Edwards, he is a software strategist in M&A. We talk about his early careering software but we focus on his 21 years as Founder of Boss Equity. As Mark is in M&A we talk about the impact of Covid-19 on his industry. Mark is a keen photographer and he talks about his charity work with the homeless project. We talk to Mark about his book 'A guide for the wise software entrepreneur'. Mark also has an podcast called Boss-It so check that out. We then g...
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Dec. 21, 2020

MINDSET MONDAY - Be brave

This is Mindset Monday, and today I am discussing the need in business and life to be brave. This can be hard in difficult situations but I suggest being brave will help. Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.absolutebusinessmindset.com Do you want to be a podcaster? Sign up on www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward-163721a0/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/markjhayward See acast.com/privacy for privacy...
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Dec. 20, 2020

Interview with Dan Kent Smith - Former LinkedIn employee and Founder of LinkedIn consultancy business

My Guest We talk to Dan about his early career in research in marketing with some interesting stories to share with us. The next milestone is going to Australia on a gap year, and the experiences which helped Dan in his future. The pivotal period was working at LinkedIn with multiple roles and responsibilities. Then we talk about a business which failed but had many learnings. His new business Next Play, where he helps businesses leverage LinkedIn, from lead generation, personal brands and ad...
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Dec. 17, 2020

What I would start, stop and continue

This is a podcast where I talk about the things I want to start, stop and continue. This is an agile technique at the end of meetings, which I think is powerful. So, I challenged myself to explain this technique in my life. Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.absolutebusinessmindset.com Do you want to be a podcaster? Sign up on www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward-163721a0/ Facebook - https://www.faceboo...
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Dec. 14, 2020

MINDSET MONDAY - You can learn anything

This is Mindset Monday, and today I am discussing the fact that you can learn anything online. Go and find your niche and learn about it. Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.absolutebusinessmindset.com Do you want to be a podcaster? Sign up on www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward-163721a0/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/markjhayward See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Suppor...
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Dec. 13, 2020

Interview with Ollie Phillips part 2 - The business angle

My Guest This is a feature-length interview with Ollie Phillips, this is part 2 of our conversation. I go deep with Ollie about his business career after his rugby career ended. We talk about his MBA and why he choose to complete this even when his employer suggested not to. We discuss his feeling of imposter syndrome and how he overcome it for a successful business career. Ollie has many varied interests including writing for a paper, adventures around the world, and an angel investment fund...
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Dec. 7, 2020

MINDSET MONDAY - High Standards

This is Mindset Monday, and today I am discussing the importance of having high standard in all aspects of life and business. Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.absolutebusinessmindset.com Do you want to be a podcaster? Sign up on www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward-163721a0/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/markjhayward See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Support the showDo...
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Dec. 6, 2020

Interview with Christian Ross - Managing Broker and Serial Real Estate Volunteer

My Guest This is a feature-length interview with Christian Ross who is Managing Broker in Atlanta and serial real estate volunteer. We discuss her early political science career in PR and media relations. Christian was a communication consultant and then moved into Real Estate and forged a successful career in this industry. Interestingly, she was Managing Partner at an exclusive female cigar accessory business. She helps at the Atlanta Realtors Association and has helped as a coach for divers...
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Dec. 3, 2020

What does legacy mean to me

This is a podcast where I talk about one of my final quick-fire questions at the end of my interviews. The question is 'what does legacy mean to me'. I hope you find this interesting as you will hear my thoughts instead of my guests. Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.absolutebusinessmindset.com Do you want to be a podcaster? Sign up on www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward-163721a0/ Facebook - https://w...
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Nov. 30, 2020

MINDSET MONDAY - Importance of consistency

This is Mindset Monday, and today I am discussing the importance of consistency in business and life. Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.absolutebusinessmindset.com Do you want to be a podcaster? Sign up on www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward-163721a0/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/markjhayward See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Support the showDo you want to be a guest ...
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Nov. 29, 2020

Interview with Elliot Kay - Co-Founder of Speakers Express and x2 best selling author

My Guest This is a feature-length interview with Elliot Kay who is a coach, trainer and entrepreneur. He is the co-Founder of Speakers Express and is the lead trainer of the company. He is also an author of 3 books including the new book 'Speaker Influence Sell'. We talk about his degree and career in dance, he was a successful dancer until an injury in his 20's. He also is currently involved with Princes Trust and helps young people. We discuss his past business as a trainer and coach before ...
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Nov. 26, 2020

My view on macro and micro pandemic economy

This is a podcast where I talk about the UK economy, it is important to be empathic of the people who have lost their jobs but we need to think about the debt also. The best way to support our economy is to use the local businesses, go to the local coffee shop, pub, restaurants, hotels and shops. Tough decision needs to be made, unemployment is going to rise in 2021, which is a concern. The UK economy is shrinking, sharpest in the last 300 years. The government spending for the next few years i...
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Nov. 23, 2020

MINDSET MONDAY - If you believe you can't then you can't

This is Mindset Monday, and today I am discussing the fixed mindset, that if you believe you can't then you can't. What does this mean to a businessperson? A growth mindset will drive you to believe and dream big but if you believe you won't then you won't. Website www.absolutebusinessmindset.com Podcast course www.abmpodcastcourse.co.uk Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayward-163721a0/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/markjhayward See acast.com/privacy for priv...