Big Picture Business Podcast

09/20/2022

We're back!

This week on the podcast, we had the opportunity to chat with Mike Ficara!

Mike is a seasoned entrepreneur and consultant. His core focus is on the growth and scaling strategies for clients, in addition to expertise in personal brand building and social media strategy.

He has had the opportunity to work in a variety of industries over his career going from the classroom to the boardroom. This vast experience provided insight into how people learn, leadership, and most importantly what motivates people to succeed.

Through this, he has taken existing businesses and allowed them to see massive growth and stability through a variety of techniques, consulting for small and large companies such as NEC, Nestle, Brand Ethos, and Top Score Writing among others.

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Mike Ficara is a seasoned entrepreneur and consultant. His core focus is on the growth and scaling strategies for clients, in addition to expertise in person...

11/11/2021

This week on the BPB podcast:

How are the experiences you had influencing other people?

In this episode, we have a very special guest, Michael Unbroken

Michael is the Author of Think Unbroken, and trust me, you won’t want to miss this episode!

In this video we learn about Micheal's life, the events he's been through, and how those events have shaped him into the person he is today.

We go over difficult choices he had to make and why he decided to make those choices. We also talk about the importance of knowing your worth and investing in yourself.

Watch the full video on YouTube to learn how Michael got to have 50+ employees under him at just 21 years old!

Other topics discussed:

1. How your experiences in life can make you a better person
2. Mentors and how to find them
3. The importance of investing in yourself!
4. Learning from your mistakes
5. How to stand out in the marketplace

…And so much more!

How are the experiences you had influencing other people?In this episode, we have a very special guest Michael Unbroken, Author of think unbroken, who is her...

11/06/2021

Facebook recently announced its new name, META.

With the release of META on the horizon, it's time to start thinking about what this virtual, and augmented reality world will mean for society. 

So we ask the questions,  how will the Metaverse affect us and how can it enhance the way we live. 

In this episode, we talk about what is The Metaverse and also share some scary thoughts and predictions that may be too close to reality within a decade. 

Other topics discussed:
- How will this affect the new generation
- How will advertising change with this
- Cryptocurrencies and NFT’s in the virtual space
- Pro’s and con’s, in our opinion, of The Metaverse.
- How will people distinguish what’s real and what isn’t 

Episode is available wherever you listen to podcasts. And you can also watch on YouTube!

10/22/2021

In this episode we have 2 very special guests Brian & Maryann Remsburg and they are here to talk to us about how you can make life more adventurous. What exactly adventure means and how you can find it by stepping out of your comfort zone. Watch the full interview on YouTube or listen and learn their story, what made them want to live a more adventurous life, and how this helped them become life coaches.

Other topics discussed:

• How and when they met
• The importance of stepping out of your comfort zone
• How adventures don’t always have to be something wild
• Benefits of life coaching and how they became life coaches.
• Mini adventures 
…. and so much more!

Episode is available where ever you listen to podcasts. As well as YouTube! 🎧 💻 🎙

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10/14/2021

This is Episode #53 of the Big Picture Bussiness podcast and today we will be discussing the truth behind facebook's 6-hour outage, The whistleblower, and why FB, IG & WhatsApp were down. Watch the full video to better understand what exactly happened, how Facebook was affected and what this means for the future of social media!

Other topics discussed: 

• How people reacted to the outage.
• How ads have become so important.
• How much money Facebook lost.
• How social media has affected us.
• How iOS 15 will affect email marketing.
…. and so much more! 

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10/08/2021

It's hard to believe that we've done over 50 episodes! If you didn't get the chance to watch the 50th, we recommend it! :)

As we celebrate our One Year Anniversary since starting the podcast, and we take a look back on some of our favorite moments from each episode, along with what you can expect next!

On this episode of the Big Picture Business Podcast we celebrate our One Year Anniversary since starting the podcast, and we take a look back on some of our ...

10/08/2021

We've made it into the top 1% for Global Podcasts!

Thank you all for the support in making this happen with us!

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08/25/2021

On this episode of the Big Picture Business Podcast, we had the opportunity to sit down with Real Estate Investor and business owner, Anthane Richie to discuss smart invest tips and advice.

Anthane is currently an active duty member in the U.S. Navy. Him and his wife, Amyra share three beautiful kids and reside in Virginia. Anthane and Amyra are also the founders of Strong Homes Properties where they manage multifamily residential properties.

Anthane also is the podcast host of: Rich State of Mind - where he interviews entrepreneurs and business owners on the topics of wealth building, positivity, budgeting, pursuing your passion and dreams along with discussing the journey, and vision of success.

Whether you’re a home owner, an established business owner or investor or just starting out, Anthane provides invaluable advice for real estate enthusiasts at any stage.

Other topics discussed:

• How to utilize the VA loan if you’re military
• How to use a home equity line of credit
• The one precent rule
• How any why you must screen potential tenants
• What Anthane predicts the market will look like for the foreseeable future
• The value of having an loan officer
• Interest rates and refinancing hacks
• Conventional renovation loans
..And SO much more! Seriously, you don’t want to miss this episode.

https://youtu.be/In5NLF3O5m8

On this episode of the Big Picture Business Podcast, we had the opportunity to sit down with Real Estate Investor and business owner, Anthane Richie to discu...

08/18/2021

On this Episode of the Big Picture Business Podcast, we're talking all about Customer Retention Strategies.

Throughout our careers, clients have consistently asked for ways to retain their customers, rather than market to new ones. Which makes sense, because if you've been in business for awhile you'll know that spending marketing dollars on new clients can get extremely expensive.

So in this episode, we share a few strategies that we teach our clients on how to keep your customers coming back again and again.

Other discussed on this episode:
• Does your business model support repeat customers?
• How to offer incentives to existing customers
• When and how to add a personal touch to your business
• Educating your buyers
• Setting up systems and automations to free up your time
• How to leverage your social proof....and SO much more!

https://youtu.be/3F13Zm-EDK4

On this Episode of the Big Picture Business Podcast, we're talking all about Customer Retention Strategies.Throughout our careers, clients have consistently ...

07/08/2021

Just got featured as one of the "Best International Sales and Marketing Podcasts of 2021!" It's an honor!

Are you wanting to learn more about international sales & marketing ? Well you've come to the right place. This is a curated list of the best international sales & marketing podcasts of 2021.

06/10/2021

On this episode of The Big Picture Business Podcast, Rory and Dominica sit down with the world’s first Chief Googlization Officer, and Top 5 Global Thought Leader on HR and Future of Work, Ira Wolfe
Ira S Wolfe is a “Millennial trapped in a Baby Boomer body." He is president of Poised for the Future Company, founder of Success Performance Solutions, a TEDx Speaker, host of Geeks Geezers Googlization podcast, and frequent presenter at SHRM conferences and meetings. Ira's podcast Geeks Geezers Googlization was recommended as one of the top 50 podcasts to listen to in 2021. His most recent book is Recruiting in the Age of Googlization, now in its 2nd edition. It was selected as one of the top 50 books to read in 2021 by Thinkers360 and recognized as one of the best Recruiting books of all-time by Book Authority.

If you've ever thought "what's next for me" in your career, feeling completely burnt out or perhaps you're not sure how you'll adapt once the world starts to open back up after these COVID times, then you're in the right place. Ira's experience, passion and strategies for adapting to change will get you thinking and making a plan for yourself to thrive no matter what comes your way.

Other topics discussed:

• When you know it’s time to change your career
• We’re living in a VUCA age “Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous”
• How to dance with change
• The 5 abilities of adaptability
• The value of unlearning
• Googlization - what is it?
• "FONO" Understanding the "Fear Of NOrmal"
• Special offer from Ira.... and SO much more!

06/02/2021

Are you wondering if your brand and business model make everyone feel included?
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Think about this for a moment... you might be unintentionally excluding large demographics, and in turn, loosing out on large profits by not thinking diversely...
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In this episode of the Big Picture Business Podcast, we go over some obvious (and some not so obvious) ways that you can effortless diversify your business and grow your brand.

Other topics discussed:

• What is inclusive marketing?
• Generational inclusive marketing statistics
• Why you need to understand the American disability act
• How to use instagram as an inclusive marketing tool
• How to build a brand that’s inclusive ... and more!