Social Media Talks Podcast

In this episode of the Social Media Talks Podcast, we turn the tables and Interview Alan about Digital Connections and how we can be more effective online.  Alan also shares other social media platforms you can implement into your digital strategy to increase your visibility and build your connections and followers.  We are delighted to have Kelly Morrison from Upstarts.ie as our guest host for this edition of the podcast

Yes, we have done it, Episode #100. On this week's show, we talk to Jeff Sieh from Social Media News Live. The topic of this week's podcast is "The Evolution of Marketing in 2022". Jeff is an international speaker and visual marketing consultant, specializing in Pinterest, Instagram, and video. He is also “Head Beard” at Manly Pinterest Tips where he is the creator and host of The Manly Pinterest Tips Show. Jeff has worked with and produced visual content for various companies, including Guy Kawasaki, Social Media Examiner, Tailwind, and Kim Garst.

On this week's Podcast, we talk to Kris Ward Author, Podcaster, Speaker and Coach from WinTheHourWinTheDay.com all about Productivity and Time Management and Getting Back 25 Hours Per Week.  The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Find out more about Kris at www.winthehourwintheday.com

On this week's show, we talk to Alisa Meredith, Pinterest Expert and Content Marketer from www.alisameredith.com all about Understanding The Power of Pinterest.  The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Alisa Meredith Biography. Alisa has been in marketing for over 20 years. She started in e-commerce website development and content marketing (before it was called content marketing). Soon, she was running a social media and blogging agency, which became a HubSpot partner agency.   Along the way she hosted several shows, including The Superheroes of Marketing where she got to interview marketing visionaries like Neil Patel. Alisa also has a live weekly show where she shares marketing tips and interviews smart professionals in the industry.  

On this week's show, we talk to Amanda Tento from TDM Marketing all about Google My Business.  The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Amanda Tento Biography. Amanda is the CEO of TDM Marketing, with over 13 years of experience in Business Management and Marketing.  Amanda delivers expert advice in Business Management and Digital Marketing to her clients and she is an expert in the field of Google My Business.   Topics covered in this episode: What are the benefits of Google My Business (GMB) Where should we start with Goggle My Business Claiming and creating your Google My Business Listing Location-Based Listings Social content on Google My Business Reviews and Review responses Google My Business Vs Google Ads  

On this week's show, we talk to Christine Gritmon from www.gritmon.com all about Personal Branding Uncovered.  The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Christine Gritmon Biography. Christine Gritmon empowers small business owners and solopreneurs to tell their own stories on social media. You CAN do it – she’ll teach you how! She’s spoken on stages worldwide and is a frequent expert guest on podcasts, live streams, Twitter chats, and blog posts, as well as hosting her own weekly live show and Twitter Chat. Topics covered in this episode: Advantages of Engaging with Marketing Professionals Finding Your Way on Social Media Embracing Your Identity Online Uncovering Your Personal Brand The Power of Gifs Be Your Own Client

On this week's show, we talk to Russ Hedge from Marketing with Russ aka #RussSelfe about his new book Befuddled - Live The Life You Choose. The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Russ Hedge Biography. Russ Hedge is an Inspiration Specialist, Coach and Motivational Speaker.  He is a Podcaster delivering 2 episodes weekly of "Marketing with Russ... aka #RussSelfie" and Author of the soon to be released "Befuddled? Live the Life You Choose!" Russ is all about Connecting and loves people!  With over 30 years of Sales and Marketing experience, he teaches people how to Network and Connect through his Coaching, Consulting, and Motivational Speaking.   Russ has found that everybody needs inspiration, encouragement, and direction, and he teaches people how to Network & Connect, driving good people and excellent prospects to their business. Russ Lives in Salem, Oregon with his Beautiful Wife and has 2 awesome adult children.    Learn to Connect Today, and Live the Life You Choose Now by contact Russ on his website at russhedge.com.

On this weeks podcast, Alan chats with Jim Fuhs from Fuhsion Marketing about Virtual Events and How to Promote Your Event Online.  Jim has over 20 plus years of highly successful leadership experience as a Marine Corps Officer and bringing that to bear in the ever-changing world of Marketing and Technology. As Marines, we learn to adapt and overcome, I bring this mindset to your business to help you achieve victories in the boardroom and in the marketplace.  

On this week's show, we talk to Bryan Kramer about Building a Human 2 Human Approach with Digital Marketing. The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media. Bryan Kramer Bio Bryan Kramer is a renowned business strategist, global keynote speaker, executive trainer and coach, two-time bestselling author and Forbes contributor. As former President and Co-Owner of PureMatter, a Silicon Valley global marketing agency since 2001, he sparked the Human-to-Human H2H movement that set out to humanize business through simpler communication, empathy, and celebrating our imperfections. His TED Talk on the subject in 2014 featured a TED “first – allowing mobile devices during the event to share the experience to illustrate his belief. Find out more here: https://bryankramer.com/pages/about/

On this week's show, we talk to Brian Schulman about Voicing Your Vibe with LinkedIn Live Streaming. The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Brian Schulman Biography. Brian has over 21 years of enterprise experience leading organizations and helping clients solve complex business problems and achieve goals with cutting edge digital marketing solutions. Through extensive needs analysis along with a consultative sales approach, Brian has helped countless companies, across a variety of industries and business models optimize and enhance their online strategy. He is the founder and CEO of Voice Your Vibe, and a  Forbes Featured Entrepreneur A LinkedIn Top Live Video Creator and LinkedIn Top Voice 2018 plus he co-host of #LinkedInLocal.

On this week's show, we talk to Ross Brand from Livestream Universe chatting with Alan about Live Streaming and StreamYard. The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy. Ross Brand Bio Ross Brand is an NYC-based live streamer who has served in many capacities such as Red Carpet host for the Emmy Award-winning Never Settle Show, produced by Al Roker Entertainment, brand ambassador for Wirecast, and on-camera host for multiple Facebook Live Video and LinkedIn Live developers and broadcast solutions, including StreamYard, BeLive and LiveU. Ross was selected one of 5 Live Video Experts to Follow by Switcher Studio, the Number One Twitter Account for Learning Live Stream Marketing by Amp Live and a Top 25 Video Marketing Influencer by Onalytica. He co-founded the NYC Video Mastermind and co-hosts the monthly NYC Video Creator Meetup. Website: http://livestreamuniverse.com/

On this week's show, we talk to Stacy Raske from stacyraske.com chatting with Alan about Being Authentic with Your Marketing. The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy. Stacy Raske Biography. Stacy is a Bestselling Author, Speaker, Soulful Success Coach & Strategist who helps high-performing women who’ve plateaued shift from intimidating to influential and authentic Leaders, elevating their impact, income, and legacy by leading and scaling with soul. Homeless as a teen and an Iraq War Veteran recovering from trauma and self-doubt, she’s taken what she has learned and distilled it down into a powerful toolkit that’s simple and actionable. She’s helped thousands of women ignite their soul and allow their light to shine by releasing the stories and doubts slowing their success to fully own their power, finally allowing the success they truly desire.

On this week's show, we talk to Trevor Lorkings, The Digital Alchemist about The Difference Between Branding and Reputation. The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Trevor Lorkings Biography. Trevor is a professional Web and Graphic Designer he is also a Brand Reputation Specialist with over 30 years experience in print design and Digital Marketing.  Trevor Mantra is: Be Creative in a Digital World. Topics covered in this episode: The Difference between Branding and Reputation How to Develop Your Branding The Perception of Reputation Controlling your Brand and Reputation Monitoring and Reviewing Your Brand Message Typography and Logo's Being Consistent with your Brand Brand Building

On this week's show, we talk to Brooke Sellas from B Squared Media chatting with Alan about Defining Customer Care Online. The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy. Brooke B.Sellas Biography. Brooke B. Sellas is the CEO & Founder of B Squared Media, an award-winning done-for-you social media management, advertising, and customer care agency. She recently joined Mark Schaefer as new Co-host on the top-rated Marketing Companion podcast. Brooke’s marketing mantra is “Think Conversation, Not Campaign” Topics covered in this episode: The Difference between Customer Care and Customer Experience Using AI and Social Listening to learn more about Customer Care Defining Customer Care How to create an Action Plan for Customer Care Developing Your Customer Care Channel The War for Attention, Staying Top of Mind Understanding and focus on helping instead of selling

On this week's show, we talk to Jennifer Watson from Agorapulse and Social Pulse Weekly chatting with Alan about How to create a Live Show on Social Media. The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Jennifer Watson  Biography. Jennifer is the Social Media Manager for Agorapulse, a podcaster and speaker. She has a diverse background from working on camera to executing digital strategies. Jennifer is a dynamic talent with a passion for every aspect of digital media from building brand strategies, creating content plans, to getting executive buy-in. She motivates audiences from the stage and drives engagement, including launching numerous Facebook Live campaigns for The Weather Channel, garnering millions of views. She has been featured in Chief Content Marketer Magazine, and on stage at Social Fresh, Social Media Marketing World, Social Shake-Up to name a few.

On this week's show, we talk to Kate Walling from Traction Hero and KateWalling.com chatting with Alan about The Pressures of Marketing The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Kate Biography: Kate Walling is an executive marketing consultant and entrepreneur based in Silicon Valley with more than 15 years of experience building dynamic marketing teams and crafting brand stories that attract new customers and accelerate growth. She excels in helping technology companies and startups exceed their dynamic growth goals and is known throughout the industry for creative brand marketing strategies. At Traction Hero, Kate provides a full slate of marketing and brand support designed to solve high growth companies’ most pressing challenges, including brand development, digital content delivery, public relations, and strategic events. #Marketing

On this week's show, we talk to Kenneth Scally from Westtech.ie about "The benefits of a CRM System. The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Kenneth Scally Biography. Kenneth is the Managing Director of WestTech Technologies with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. Kenneth believes in integrating technology with clients requirements effectively and coming up with innovative time and cost schedules can help business development and maintain a higher level of sales and customer service with enhanced features of CRM Systems. This also fast-tracking business results for clients using technology innovation that sustains long-term growth.

On this week's show, we talk to Declan Gray from Evolve.ie chatting with Alan about Why Do You Need Brand Consistency. The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Declan Gray Biography: With a varied career spanning the print, marketing and design sectors, Declan has worked in a strategic design and marketing capacity for over 25 years. Circa 2010 he joined forces with a former colleague of his and they rebranded the company as evolve. The company is a brand design agency that applies design thinking to everything that they do. www.evolve.ie #SMTalks #PodcastGuest

On this week's show, we talk to Johnny Beirne about johnnybeirne.com chatting about "How to Create Professional Online Courses. The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Johnny Beirne Biography. Johnny has been training and coaching in online marketing for 11 years. In 2013, he launching online courses so that he could work from anywhere and now shows other experts how they can do the same. He has written a free guide entitled 'Say it Once, Sell it Often' which people can download from my website at johnnybeirne.com. Personal facts - My dad was a coal miner which inspired me to entrepreneur. He has 2 children, Jack (11) and Gem (10).

On this week's show, we talk to Dennis H.Lewis from Cryptoprenuer.club about Blockchain Marketing and Cryptocurrency The Social Media Talks Podcast is created to help business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Dennis H.Lewis Biography. Dennis is a seasoned digital storyteller and ICO marketing specialist with a proven track record in both Europe and the United States. He has successfully lead to market and exited multiple startup companies, and prides himself on his ability to make complex projects easy to understand and relatable. In a marketing landscape increasingly obsessed with shiny objects and overly complicated sales funnels, Dennis still believes that the key to any successful marketing campaign are the words on the page. He has been featured as a guest on Fox News, CNN, Good Morning America, BBC and The New York Times. Topics covered in this episode: What is Blockchain Technology The Benefits of Blockchain How to receive value from using CryptoCurrency Smart Contacts Smart Transactions  

On this week's show, we talk to Jen Cole from Depict Media & Social Media Examiner chatting with Alan all about Building Communities Organically on Social. Jen is a Social Media Specialist and Community Manager with a confident history in digital marketing. While she is the co-founder of the social media marketing firm DEPICT Media based in Wichita, KS, she is also the Community Manager for Social Media Examiner and Producer of Social Media Examiner’s #smechat. Jen has made guest appearances on several Twitter chats, to include #SEMRushChat, #TwitterSmarter, and #Digital360Chat, and has also appeared as a guest on several podcasts. Her own podcast, Making A Marketer co-hosted by Megan Powers, has hosted many world-renowned industry experts such as Brian Fanzo, Madalyn Sklar, and Michaela Alexis. Jen has a strong belief that social media channels should be utilized to grow tight-knit, organic communities of followers who genuinely identify with a brand.  

On this week's show, we talk to Sinéad Carroll from Irish Blogger Agency chatting with Alan all about The Rise of Influencer Marketing in Ireland. Sinéad established one of Ireland’s first dedicated agencies for Digital Influencer Marketing. Irish Blogger Agency is home to more than 500 bloggers, vloggers and social influencers. Her Agency allows brands to collaborate with online influencers and social media content creators. Since 2013 Sinéad has been immersed in digital marketing and the blogging Industry running my own Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle Blog and founder of the successful Blogger Network called Into The West Blogger Network. She has seen first hand the power of influencers combined with the gap in the marketing for a dedicated Digital Influencer Agency. She also develops successful influencer marketing strategies and campaigns with a broad range of brands within the beauty, hospitality, retail, food, lifestyle and financial services industries.

On this week's show, we talk to Mario M. Martinez from Vengreso chatting with Alan all about Modern Sales Strategies on Digital  Mario is the CEO and Co-founder of Vengreso. He spent 84 consecutive quarters in B2B Sales and Leadership roles growing hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue annually. Mario is one of 20 sales influencers invited to appear in the Salesforce documentary film “The Story of Sales” launched in 2018. He was named 2019’s Top 10 Sales Influencers by The Modern Sales Magazin and was recognized in 2019 as one of the top Social Media Leaders by The Social Shake-Up. As a renowned digital sales evangelist, Mario teaches marketing and sales professionals how to develop an engaging personal brand to attract today’s modern buyer using the digital sales ecosystem.  Mario is the host of the popular Selling With Social Podcast. He’s been featured in Forbes, INC., Entrepreneur and was formerly a contributor to the Huffington Post. He’s a highly sought-after Keynote Speaker with brands such as LinkedIn, Cisco and many more. He is also known to open a speech with a Salsa dance.

On this week's show, we talk to Tara Prendergast from Bite The Biscuit, chatting with Alan all about How Social Media Has Changed The Art World Tara facilitates online spaces for Creative business owners to network, educate and sell their Creative work. She runs a vibrant Creative Community of over 6,000 members and has helped 1000's of small business owners to reach their goals. For more information https://www.thebiscuitfactory.ie/ & https://thebiscuitmarketplace.com/

On this week's show, we talk to May King Tsang FOMO* Creator and Social Media Correspondent, chatting with Alan all about How to Create #FOMO For Your Live Events. May King Tsang is a professional Live Tweeter helping conferences, festivals and workshops to trend with their respective hashtags for nearly 10 years. May King has also been interviewing businesses since 2017 through her #ShiningTheSpotlight series on Periscope (Twitter Live) and Instagram (IGTV). Through her Live Tweeting and journalistic interviewing along with her prolific posting of branded content for clients, May King is the original FOMO* Creator and Social Media Correspondent: recreating the excitement of a festival, conference or workshop onto Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and/or LinkedIn. *Fear of Missing Out.

On this week's show, we talk to Stephan Murtagh from The Exhibition Guy chatting with Alan all about Face to Face Selling in the Digital Age. For over 25 years Stephan has lived and breathed in the dynamic world of Exhibitions and is incredibly passionate about People, Sales & Exhibitions. Having become frustrated seeing clients not getting the return they wanted, enabled me to bring “The Exhibition Guy” to market and help people really get the most from Exhibitions. Stephan help companies do better from Exhibitions… He has Working with some of the biggest Exhibition brands on the planet, UBM, Haymarket, Govnet, Montgomery International, IEIA India, we are incredibly passionate about what we do. Shortlisted as a finalist in the prestigious Exhibition News 2019 Awards in the UK for Best Supplier to Exhibitors For More information visit https://theexhibitionguy.com/

How to incorporate Hashtags into Your Content: The second in a series of Solo Podcasts from Alan Hennessy about Digital and Social Media Marketing. In this Episode, Alan talks about how to incorporate Hashtags into your content and how to increase your visibility and engagement across your social media channels and on your website.  Included in this episode:  What are hashtags Where did they come from Best Practise for using Hashtags Most Popular Hashtags Ninja Tips for Hashtags on Twitter and Instagram and Calls to Actions (CTA's) Alan is the head of Digital at Kompass Media provide Social media Management and training for SME's to Corporate Business.  For More Information visit the website www.kompassmedia.ie  #SMTalks #BeSocial

Tips for Sharing Your Content Online: The First in a series of Solo Podcasts from Alan Hennessy about Digital and Social Media Marketing. In this Episode, Alan talks about the top tips for sharing your content and how to increase your visibility and engagement across your social media channels and on your website.  Included in this episode:  Getting Started previewing your content Developing your Content Where to source interesting articles Content Design Content Lenght  and Calls to Actions (CTA's) Alan is the head of Digital at Kompass Media provide Social media Management and training for SME's to Corporate Business.  For More Information visit the website www.kompassmedia.ie  #SMTalks #BeSocial

On this week's show, we talk to John Lee Dumas from Entrepreneurs on Fire chatting with Alan all about How to create a Successful Podcast. John is an American entrepreneur and podcaster based in Puerto Rico. He is the founder and host of Entrepreneurs on Fire, a business podcast where he interviews successful entrepreneurs. As of 2019, his podcasts have received 80 million downloads with 1.3 million monthly listens. For more information Visit his website https://www.eofire.com/

On this week's show, we talk to Denise Robinson from Dee's Dublin Life chatting with Alan all about How to build a business from Vlogging. Denise is a female Entrepreneur, Business Woman and CEO of Dee's Dublin Life, a lifestyle Vlog that shows people who want to visit Dublin and experience the atmosphere of the Capital city and surrounding areas. Her vlogg includes places to see and visit around the city from a visitors point of view from the best place to shop sites to see and nightlife. She also works with brands and companies to promote their business through her vlog with over 3000 followers on Social Media, she has become a Lifestyle Influencer in Ireland.  

On this week's show, we talk to D.Scott Smith from D.Scott Smith.com chatting with Alan all about How to Become a Motivational Listener.  D. Scott Smith is a collaborator sitting in the junction of strategy and execution. He is known as a Motivational Listener. Scott is a speaker, coach, and mentor who will inspire and motivate you. His company works with businesses and individuals across the county. Scott is the author of two books: “Motivational Listener: Be Interesting by Being Interested. Practical Skills to Be Successful at Business Networking Events” and “Threnody: 19th Century Sensibility Proves People Have Not Changed”. Prior to becoming a full-on entrepreneur, Find out more at www.dscottsmith.com

On this week's show, we talk to Neal Schaffer from PDCA Social chatting with Alan all about the Power of Influencer Marketing Neal is a leading authority on helping businesses through their digital transformation of sales and marketing through consulting, training, and helping enterprises large and small develop and execute on social media marketing strategy, influencer marketing, and social selling initiatives.  Neal also teaches digital media to executives at Rutgers University, the Irish Management Institute (Ireland),. Neal is a popular social media speaker and has been invited to speak about digital media on four continents in a dozen countries. He is also the author of 3 books on social media, including Maximize Your Social (Wiley), The Business of Influence, on educating the market on the why and how every business should leverage the potential of influencer marketing. Neal has also been recognized as a Forbes Top 50 Social Media Power Influencer.

On this week's show, we talk to Dr.Diane Hamilton from DrDianeHamilton.com chatting with Alan all about her new book and Cracking The Curiosity Code. DR. DIANE HAMILTON Award-Winning Speaker, Nationally Syndicated Radio Host, Curiosity and Emotional Intelligence Expert author, and educator, She is a thought leader in the fields of leadership, sales, marketing, management, engagement, personality, curiosity, and motivation. To help improve relationships in the workplace — and performance as a result — Dr. Hamilton draws on her decades of work experience in multiple industries, authoring books, and career as an MBA Program Chair and Assistant Professor propelled her into the speaking world, and now she is regularly hired by companies like Forbes to speak to organizations to increase engagement, improve productivity, and reduce conflict. she is a sought-after expert in emotional intelligence, her research has been published widely in peer-reviewed journals.

On this week's show, we talk to Eric Fitzpatrick from Ark Speaking and training chatting with Alan all about Public Speaking and Crafting Presentations that will engage your audience. Eric is the owner of ARK Speaking and Training. He’s an International Speaker, Corporate Storytelling expert, Sales Presentations Expert, Executive Speaker Coach, and Corporate Trainer who works with entrepreneurs, Sme’s and large organisations to help them to communicate a message that is clear, concise and compelling. For More information Visit www.arkspeakingandtraining.com

On this week's show, we talk to Amanda Robinson from The Digital Gal chatting with Alan all about Facebook Ads and Going Beyond The Boost. Amanda is a widely sought after in the digital marketing industry for her knowledge and experience as a Facebook Ads expert and her skill in building Messenger Chatbots. She advises for Social Media Examiner’s membership group, the Social Media Marketing Society, with over 2,000 entrepreneurs and digital marketers. She is regularly featured as a guest on digital marketing podcasts and speaks both on stage and in workshop settings on everything from Facebook Ads, to Analytics, to Messenger Marketing Chatbots. Find out more about Amanda on her Website https://thedigitalgal.com/

On this week's show, we talk to Dara Connolly from Common Purpose Ireland chatting with Alan all about Connections that Cross Boundaries and Build Collaborations.  Dara is the CEO of Common Purpose Ireland a Non Profit organization helping businesses to develop leaders who can cross boundaries.  Dara is Passionate about nurturing social change, developing leaders and forging personal development in others. A personable and astute business leader with over 15 years’ experience in the property, event management, NGO and IT sector. Accomplishments include winning Social Entrepreneur Ireland Impact Award, Social Innovation Fund Animate Award and Dublin City Enterprise Award in 2016.  

On this week's show, we talk to Mark Schaefer chatting with Alan all about his new book Marketing Rebellion, The Most Human Company Wins Mark W. Schaefer is a globally-recognized author, speaker, podcaster, and business consultant who blogs at {grow} — one of the top five marketing blogs of the world. He teaches graduate marketing classes at Rutgers University and has written seven best-selling books. Mark‘s new book Marketing Rebellion: The Most Human Company Wins is a thrilling new view of business and a manifesto for human-centered marketing. His many global clients include Pfizer, Cisco, Dell, Adidas, and the US Air Force. He has been a keynote speaker at prestigious events all over the world including SXSW, Marketing Summit Tokyo, and the Institute for International and European Affairs. He has appeared on media channels such as CNN, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and CBS News.

On this week's show, we talk to Bibi Baskin chatting with Alan all about Wellness & Mindfulness and her Podcast plus the benefits of Social Media Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media Bibi has been a student of Wellness for more than three decades. This included a 15-year stay in India which reinforced my study of Ayurveda. I now bring Wellness to individuals, community groups and corporates. I also give Motivational talks based on my own varied career path. Having presented more than 1000 live TV shows I also offer you that experience in the form of Public Speaking & Presentation classes. For more information Visit www.bibibaskin.ie

Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media On this week's show, we talk to Jason Cooper chatting with Alan all about Successful Mindset for Business and Sales Professionals. Jason Cooper is an Advanced Mind, Business & Sales Coach and uses tools and techniques of NLP, Neuroscience, Psychology and other tools and processes to help people and teams achieve success. He has over 20 years of sales and marketing experience - from large multinationals to small, aggressive, online tech startups. Jason specializes in business sales skills development within the IT, Retail, Finance, Export and Manufacturing industries. Jason has achieved consistent success resulting in marked increases in productivity levels in sales targets, enhanced communication skill sets, advanced staff motivation, performance and presentation skills. Website: www.jasoncooper.ie

Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media On this week's show, we talk to Tsufit from Tsufit.com chatting with Alan all about Personal Branding and putting yourself in the Spotlight. Tsufit is the author of the award-winning book, Step Into The Spotlight! : A Guide to Getting Noticed. After ten years as a Dean’s List litigation lawyer, Tsufit left law for the limelight, performing comedy on television and gaining international attention for her debut music CD. Tsufit now coaches entrepreneurs, CEOs, professionals, authors and speakers to be stars on the business stage. Recently featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, Tsufit is a popular radio and television show guest, keynote speaker, seminar facilitator. Website: www.tsufit.com

Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media On this week's show, we talk to Mikhail Alfon from Blue Light Media chatting with Alan all about Facebook Advertising. Mikhail is the co-founder and President/CEO of Blue Light Media has over a decade of experience in creating opportunities for growth on and offline. Mikhail sales experience led him to create Orange County's fastest growing agency - with no investors. Mikhail's energy and passion for people and businesses is easily captured in any media format including live talks, video interview, and podcasts. His expertise is sure to deliver actionable value to your audience.

Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media On this week's show, we talk to Anna Rogowska from Virtualcrew.ie chatting with Alan all about adding structure to your day and planning and scheduling. Anna is a business owner and knows that running a business can be challenging but with a little help it can be less stressful. She is a firm believer that there are always solutions to any challenge.  Anna brings over 20 years experience customer service, office management, recruitment and marketing to the table. Her goal is to help others achieve their dreams and is an ambassador of the win-win solutions.  For more information visit the website www.virtualcrew.ie

Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media On this week's show, we talk to Dr. Adrian McIntyre from Storyprofit.com about The Power of Storytelling. Dr. Adrian McIntyre is a cultural anthropologist, international speaker, and storytelling consultant. He has lived and worked in over 30 countries, delivered over 1500 stage presentations, given hundreds of TV & radio interviews, and written two speeches that were presented to members of the UN Security Council. Adrian has PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, where he was a Fulbright scholar and National Science Foundation research fellow. Adrian advises and trains entrepreneurs, executives, & corporate teams on high-performance communication, the power of storytelling, and how to leverage digital technology to build a personal leadership brand. For More Info Visit www.storyprofit.com

Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at Kompass Media On this week's show, we talk to Kelly Noble Mirabella from Stellar Media Marketing chatting with Alan all about Chatbots and in particular Facebook Chatbots.  Kelly is a self-described social media geek and marketing consultant with Stellar Media Marketing. With more than 11 years of social media marketing experience. Kelly recognized how social media can take brand recognition, customer engagement, and marketing efforts to a radical new level. What’s more, Kelly has spent the past two years learning to build Facebook messenger bots (aka “chatbots”), and now teaches others how to build them with simple, entertaining and, sometimes, 80s-themed tutorials.

Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at www.kompassmedia.ie. On this week's show, we talk to Jay Baer from Convince & Convert Digital Consultancy, chatting with Alan about Customer Word of Mouth Marketing and his new book co-written with Daniel Lemin, Talk Triggers The Complete Guide to Creating Customers with Word of Mouth Jay Baer, CSP, CPAE has spent 25 years in digital marketing and customer experience, consulting for more than 700 companies during that period, including 34 of the FORTUNE 500. His current firm – Convince & Convert – provides word of mouth, digital marketing, and customer experience advice and counsel to some of the world’s most important brands. Jay’s Convince & Convert blog was named the world’s #1 content marketing blog by the Content Marketing Institute and is visited by more than 250,000 marketers each month. Jay also hosts and produces the Social Pros podcast, which is downloaded 65,000 times monthly and was named 2015’s best marketing podcast by the Content Marketing Awards.

Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at www.kompassmedia.ie. On this week's show, we talk to Bella Vasta from Jump Consulting and bellavasta.com chatting with Alan about Facebook Group and how to make them work you and your community. Bella Vasta is the dynamic personality behind the one-woman coaching company, Jump Consulting. Bella has been a trailblazer in the pet sitting industry consulting with multi-million dollar companies all the way to hundreds of small businesses. She is an author, podcast host, blogger, and been featured on NBC, CBS, FOX, NPR, Entrepreneur Magazine, and Huffington Post. After the birth of her micro-preemie daughter, Bella sold her pet sitting business and now lives out her passion to inspire, motivate, and challenge business owners through her speaking, coaching, and consulting. www.jumpconsulting.net or www.bellavasta.com

Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at www.kompassmedia.ie. On this week's show, we talk to Chris Strub from Teamstrub.com and author of the book 50 States 100 Days The Book chatting with Alan about the Journey of the book and Live Streaming on Social Media. For more information visit Chris website www.teamstrub.com

Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at www.kompassmedia.ie. On this week's show, we talk to Wendy Stunt from www.godigicard.com and The Voice of Irish Business chatting with Alan about Female Entrepreneurship and Business Networking. Wendy is the Managing director of Go Digi Card an innovative Irish Company that helps business people connect more effectively by the way of Digital Business Card Solutions. She is also a director at The Voice of Irish Business, the go-to partner for foreign direct investment into Central & Eastern Europe, connecting businesses overseas. Find Wendy on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendystunt/#experience-section

Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at www.kompassmedia.ie. On this week's show, we talk to Madalyn Sklar Twitter Expert and Live Video Expert chatting with Alan about her New MasterMind Programme "Video Like A RockStar" find out all about this fantastic course and the benefits it can have for all Entrepreneurs who want to embrace Live Video.  More details on the course Visit: https://madalynsklar.thinkific.com/courses/VLAR4

We are delighted to bring you The Social Media Talks Podcast one year anniversary Podcast with a look back over the last year and the journey we started back in last September. We have had some amazing guest on the Podcast and we have picked out a selection of your favorite interviews as voted by you. Segments of Interviews with Ted Rubin Victoria Taylor Kami Huyse Ian Anderson Grey Joanne Sweeney-Burke Viveka Von Rosen Steve Dotto Trevor Lorkings My personal talks to all our guests and subscribers and follower it has been an absolute joy creating, recording and producing these wonderful Podcasts and I look forward to bringing you some more fantastic guests over the next year. Once again thanks so much for all your support and #BeSocial Alan

Social Media Talks Podcast, The Podcast for business owners who want to learn more about Social Media Marketing, presented by Alan Hennessy Head of Digital at www.kompassmedia.ie. On this week's show, we talk to Jenn Herman from Jenn's Trends Social Media & Instagram Expert about the power of Instagram Marketing and learn some valuable tips and tricks to increase your visibility and reach on the platform. Jenn Herman is a social media consultant, speaker, and globally recognized Instagram expert. She is the forefront blogger on Instagram marketing and her blog, Jenn’s Trends, has won the title of a Top 10 Social Media Blog in 2014, 2015, and 2016. Through her blog, consulting, and speaking Jenn provides tips, resources, and training for small to medium-sized businesses that need to structure their social media strategies. Read Jenn's Blogs on her website www.jennstrends.com