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This podcast gives you creative insight about business, marketing and more to help you expand your business and the core members who make your business what it is today. New show every Monday at 4:30PM Eastern!


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    068: The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment: Marketing a Non-Profit Organization

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 39:51


    Matt and Jack are joined by Emily Gallo and Kera Breitenstein from The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment to talk about what all goes into marketing a non-profit organization. From email segmentation and to google ad word grants, this podcast pulls back the curtain on how The Unumb Center is able to deliver its story through marketing and ultimately help people living with autism.

    067: Achieving a 1000% Return On Physical Marketing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 41:39


    Tonya Conway and Bailey White from Brand Buzz join The Brain Storm to talk about physical branding trends and strategies to maximize your marketing potential. Diving deep into the art of passive marketing, join to learn how to make your physical branding work for you!https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    066: Complete Rundown on Making an Awesome Virtual Event

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 41:13


    This week Matt is joined by Splash Omnimedia's Video Production Manager: Tom Baire and Virtual Event Client Manager: Haley Bryant to talk about creating and hosting virtual events. With restrictions over the past year, virtual events have taken off and become more normal, allowing for events and interactions not previously possible. Listen in and get some ideas for your next virtual event!thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm.show/IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    065: Columbia Metropolitan Airport, Rolling with the Punches

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 40:59


    This week on the Brainstorm Matt and Mike are joined by Columbia Metropolitan Airport's (CAE) Executive Director Mike Gula and Marketing Director Kim Jamison to talk about rolling with the punches. Many businesses and industries have taken a beating over the past year and it is more important than ever to play with the cards you are dealt. Outlining how they have made the best of a bad situation, listen in as CAE gives advice for keeping your head high through tough times.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm.show/IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    064: John Maxwell's 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth: Part 3 of 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 39:28


    Join Matt and Mike as they wrap up part 3 of 3 in the series reviewing John Maxwell's “15 Invaluable Laws of Growth”. From how to choose a mentor to expanding your mental capacity, this episode has it all. Take a minute to invest in yourself today on the Brain Storm with Matt and Mike and hear the ins and outs of the pay-off in applying a growth methodology to business and life.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    063: Part 2 of the 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth from John Maxwell

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 41:47


    This week Matt and Mike will be discussing what it takes to build a strong culture and maintain a work environment where people want to work. Working through the next 5 laws of John Maxwell's “The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth”, you'll hear the ins and outs of the pay-off in applying a growth methodology to business and life. Take a minute to invest in yourself today on the Brain Storm with Matt and Mike.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    062: How to use LinkedIn in 2021, The Untapped Business Goldmine!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 41:16


    Previously thought of as only a tool to get a job, LinkedIn in 2021 is now the fastest growing social media platform for people doing business. Matt and Mike down with Sims Tillirson of PES to discuss how he uses LinkedIn and how he has turned his connections into sales. https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    061: Decoding "The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth" by John Maxwell

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 42:26


    Join Matt and Mike, both John Maxwell Certified Trainers, on the Brainstorm as they begin a 3-part series of decoding the "15 Invaluable Laws of Growth" by best selling author and leadership authority, John Maxwell. This week they cover the first 5 laws of business growth being The Law of Intentionality, The Law of Awareness, The Law of the Mirror, The Law of Reflection, and The Law of Consistency. https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    060: When Giving Up Is Not An Option

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 41:31


    When the going gets tough, the tough get going. Our plans don't always work out, but there are people counting on us to pivot and push forward. From the Baseball Diamond to the coaches box, the ER, and now the board room, special guest Calvin Beamon joins The Brain Storm this episode to talk about overcoming adversity in life and business. https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    059: The Most Overlooked Aspect of Marketing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 41:37


    On this episode of The Brainstorm, Matt and Mike discuss the importance of building your buyers persona and avatars. Very often businesses overlook the process of building and updating their target audience personas and in turn miss the mark with their advertising. Step one to creating a good marketing strategy, is understanding who you are marketing too. Check out thebrainstormradio.com to get your free buyer persona building guide, and tune in next episode as Matt and Mike walk through step by step of defining your target customershttps://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    058: 5 “Speed Bumps” That Can Kill Your Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 60:55


    Building a business is not an easy task, and at times can be down right discouraging. This episode Matt and Mike tackle 5 speed bumps that they've experienced in their 15 years of building Splash Omnimedia. From employee recruitment to customer retention, get the lowdown on how to avoid these common business building pitfalls.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    057: The Importance of Cybersecurity and Investing in True IT Professionals

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 59:18


    The Brainstorm is joined by Kevin Wade and Peter Franklin of Intellisystems, who speak of the importance of cybersecurity heading into 2021 and the hazards of not having a professional IT team. From scams to phone systems, Intellisystems takes the brainstorm on a deep dive of everything I.T.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    056: Navigating Open Enrollment with Alpine Agency

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 43:43


    The Brain Storm welcomes Alpine Agency to talk about Medical insurance in the heat of the Open Enrollment period. Resse McCurdy and Kim Frost discuss what plans are best for you and qualifications for plans that will save you money. Don't navigate the insurance waters alone, use Alpine Agency to guide you through the process of enrolling and using health individual and group insurance. www.alpineagency.comhttps://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    055: Answering the Marketing Questions Everyone's Too Scared to Ask

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 41:45


    Matt and Mike sit down with Splash Omnimedia's Marketing Director, Jack Stuart to answer the marketing questions that business owners are too scared to ask. From social media to website design, the Brain Storm takes a deep dive into what it takes to have good and effective marketing. thebrainstormradio.comMatt: LinkedIn splashmattMike: LinkedIn splashmakerInstagram: brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leader:www.nextdegreeleader.com

    054: It's Important to Tell Your Story: Todd Carnes, Author of Burying Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 44:05


    Matt talks with author Todd Carnes about his new book, Burying Home: Memoir of a Mill Village Missionary. Todd grew up in the small mill town of Alabama City, Alabama. All of his grandparents worked in the cotton mill and lived in mill village homes. As a child, his family struggled under the curse of violence and addiction. This led to Todd's own struggles with addiction, which he overcame by faith while studying at the University of Alabama. During his career, he has engaged in a wide variety of disciplines, working as an engineer in Florida, a missionary in Russia and a church planter, small business owner and elected town councilman in Lexington, South Carolina. Todd married his wife, Kerri, in 1994 and they have three daughters, Laina, Amanda and Kristy. Listen and hear Todd's powerful message of faith and family. https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    053: Navigating the Job Market during a Pandemic

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 42:40


    The ongoing global pandemic has turned the job market on its head. Roper Staffing's Director of Operations Billie Lawing Dekle joins Matt this week to give her raw take on navigating the employment market from an employer and employee's perspective. Subscribe to The Brainstorm with Matt & Mike podcast and YouTube channel to hear directly from Matt and Mike, founders of a top rated Marketing and Advertising Agencies in the Southeast on a weekly basis!https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    052: Building and Running a Business While the World is Ending

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 42:27


    Starting a business is hard, but it is even harder when the market is working against you. Darryl Mast with Midlands Truss Inc. gives his experience of starting and running a business in an extremely volatile industry. Moving from a fast, slow, then fast again market as the world changed around his business, Darryl has been able to sustain through the peaks and valleys. With his experience through the 2008 recession, he knew through experience how to pivot as the coronavirus pandemic stifled the economy and market.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm.show/IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    051: How to Build a Successful Small Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 53:49


    Building a successful small business from the ground up takes long hours and a lot of sweat equity! Having a plan in place to eventually sell your business needs to be a part of your long term strategy... and then answer the question... What's next? Maybe a run in Politics? In this episode, Chris Wooten, former owner of Bodyshop Athletics and current member of the South Carolina House of Representatives, joins Matt Thompson to discuss how to successfully start and build a small business with the intentions of selling it on the open market. https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    050: Building a Successful Large Business & Prepping it for Sale

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 51:03


    The payoff of growing a business and selling it can be HUGE! Even if you have zero intention of selling your business for a big payday, you should still build your business as if you are going to sell it someday. In this episode, Michael Branning, former CEO of Avtec, joins Matt Thompson to discuss how to successfully start and build a large business and sell it on the open market.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    049: Creating a Vision, Mission, and Strategy That Works

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 42:54


    Creating a clear vision, mission and strategy is absolutely critical for the growth of your business. In this episode, Matt Thompson helps you successfully craft a vision, mission, and strategy that will do wonders for your business. He will also fully explain how to maximize your strengths, overcome your weaknesses, and unify your staff through a SWOT Analysis.

    048: Taking a Family Owned Business into the 21st Century

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 47:00


    Taking a successful multi-generational family business into the technology age can be a huge struggle for most companies. In this episode, Glenn Matthews, president and CEO of Modern Exterminating, joins Matt Thompson and guest host, Jared Clary, to share insight on successfully growing a family-owned business and taking it into the 21st century.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    047: How Peer-To-Peer Activity Can Drastically Improve Your Business Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 45:52


    Having an outside perspective from people you can trust and be vulnerable with can be vitally important to the growth of your leadership development and your business. In this week's episode, Kevin Williams from the Vistage Group and Escapeology Columbia joins Matt to share insight on what peer-to-peer advisory looks like.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    046: Helping Business Owners Stay Ahead of the Technology Curve

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 44:03


    Have you ever considered a career in Information Technology? With technology advancing at an unprecedented rate, it's leaving a huge void to fill for many businesses! On this week's show, Dakota Deluca and Clint Hankinson from IT-Ology join Matt and Mike and discuss how IT-Ology can help you better understand the IT industry and also help you better understand what the future of IT is all about.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeIn this episode: https://www.it-ology.org/Full-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    045: Building a Million Dollar Business Quickly with an Effective Marketing Campaign

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 43:28


    On this week's episode, Matt is joined by Alex Kirby, owner of Trifecta Landscaping Services. Alex shares his story of starting a new company and how he grew it from $0 to $1Million in just 36 months. Matt and Alex also dive into the importance of an effective marketing campaign and how to analyze your competition to grow your own business.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermike In this episode: trusttrifecta.comFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    044: How a Joke on Twitter Landed Him His Dream Job at ESPN and Built the Donk Racing Empire

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 46:59


    Matt, Mike and Freddy are joined by Steve Morrison, Talent Producer for ESPN. Steve shares his experience in leveraging social media to go from his couch to working for the World Wide Leader in Sports. Steve has also launched a successful business with In and Out Customs and discusses how his love for sanctioned Donk racing and Instagram fame brought forth the television series Donkmaster.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeIn This Episode: InandoutCustoms.comhttps://www.instagram.com/stevemo09/https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevemo09/Full-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    043: Drawing Inspiration from Famous Quotes (2/2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 50:45


    Our second installment of Drawing inspiration from famous quotes. It's important to learn from the business and thought leaders who came before us. Matt and Mike continue on with this series, pulling out nuggets of wisdom and strategy for your business.Now is the time to plan for the future of your business today!"This time next year you'll be wishing that you'd started today."Happy Labor Day!thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm....IG handles @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    042: Drawing Inspiration from Famous Quotes (1/2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 47:21


    Our first installment of Drawing inspiration from famous quotes. You hear famous quotes and see inspirational memes every day on social media. Matt and Mike take some time to break them down and interpret how you can best take the wisdom and advice to grow your business and STAY focused on your goals!Happy Labor Day!http://thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm....IG handles @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    041: Leveraging an Incubator to Launch Your Idea into a Successful Startup

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 43:16


    Starting a new business can be risky. Most entrepreneurs are usually going it alone, working long hours; with very limited resources. Caroline Crowder, Program Director at USC Technology Incubator joins Mike and Jared to share some tips on how to take your business from an idea to a reality with an incubator program.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeIn this Episode: https://www.usccolainc.org/ Full-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    040: Understanding the Foundations of Marketing Strategy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 44:21


    You can't build a house without having some house plans, Why Would A Business Owner start a business without a plan? The very 1st step is creating the foundation. Does your business have the foundation that you need to drive the right opportunities to your business?Nick Richter, a Client Strategist, joins Matt and Freddy, a Business Strategist from Splash Omnimedia, to break down what makes the team the best at servicing any client's needs and what it looks like to build an effective strategy from the ground up today on The Brain Storm with Matt & Mike.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    039: Avoiding the Pitfalls of Starting a Small Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 43:25


    Starting and running a successful business is a challenge in and of itself. On this week's episode, Larry and Virginia Gates of Floor Pro join Matt and Freddy to share how business owners can avoid potential pitfalls and struggles as they grow their business.*** For more exciting content and resources go to www.thebrainstormradio.com Matt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm.show/IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_3UHWO6Fua2NLGR6h3kNA/In this episode: Floor Proshttps://www.floorprocarpetcleaner.com/Full Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    038: How This College Grad Launched a Successful Startup & Maintained a 4.0 with Craig Reagin Clothiers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 46:38


    Building a business is never easy, and starting a successful one during your college years is even harder. Mike and Jared are joined by Jeremy Addy of Craig Reagin Clothiers on The Brain Storm where he shares how he launched his company from nothing and provides you with inspiration and tips along with initial pitfalls and learning experiences that can help you grow your own company to new heights.*** For more exciting content and resources go to www.thebrainstormradio.com Matt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm.show/IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_3UHWO6Fua2NLGR6h3kNA/In this episode: Craig Reagin Clothiershttps://www.craigreaginclothiers.com/Full Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    037: Shaping Our Future Through Robotics

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2020 42:19


    Meet ABii - A Fun & Friendly Robot That's Helping Kids Excel Each student is unique, requiring a different amount of time and attention to achieve their educational goals. Teachers responsible for shaping the minds of our youngest students (K-5) often struggle to meet each of their student's needs. We are excited to welcome Van Robotics Founder and CEO, Laura Boccanfuso, Ph.D. as a guest on The Brain Storm with Matt & Mike. Laura and her team are the creators of ABii, a fun and friendly little robot that is helping kids thrive in and out of the classroom. Students love learning with ABii and stay more engaged in subjects that might otherwise become tedious or challenging for many students. Learn more about ABii and Van Robotics by visiting www.smartrobotictutor.comListen in to learn how Van Robotics' persistence got them on the show SHARK TANK, garnered them thousands in venture capital even after not getting an initial SHARK investment, and tips from Dr. Boccanfuso about how to grab the attention of investors and possibly jump-start your future business ideas, here on The Brain Storm with Matt & Mike. https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_storm...IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeOn this episode: www.smartrobotictutor.com Full-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    036: How the Screen Strong Challenge is Saving Families

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 41:58


    These days it's harder than ever to get peoples' attention and even harder to keep it. Today Matt and Mike are joined by Screen Strong to talk about their work in getting families' attention back on the right track.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeIn this episode: https://screenstrong.com/ Full-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    035: Learn how to generate "Brand Buzz" & increase sales!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2020 41:17


    Today Matt and Mike are joined by Brand BUZZ. Learning about how to put your design and logo onto branded material has never been easier. Brand BUZZ will empower your branding! There is no better way to get your branding and your logo in the hands and minds of your consumers. Whether you're giving away a branded hat, or towel, pens, notepads, apparel, or almost anything really - Brand BUZZ has you covered! The team has a catalog of hundreds of thousands of customized branded products that your company will love. Give them a call today @ (803) 298-8948 or send them an email!E-mail: buzzme@brandbuzzswag.comhttps://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeIn this episode: Brand BUZZbrandbuzzswag.comFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    034: Curing Joint and Body Pain Through Physical Medicine with Dr. Conner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 39:39


    In today's episode, Matt and Mike are joined by Dr. Conner of Collaborative Healthcare. They have an all-encompassing approach to physical medicine and just like Splash Omnimedia serving all their customers' marketing needs, Collaborative Healthcare serves your physical medicine needs. MRIs, Chiropractic care, Stem Cell Repair, Health and Beauty injections, Pain Management Services; whatever you need they are there to take care of you. Building this all from the ground up and having an effective approach to his business wasn't easy and it took time and skill. Today you'll learn the wonders of stem cell repair and physical medicine as well as the business and marketing skills it takes to grow a life-changing company from nothing.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeIn this episode: Collaborative Healthcare, 716 Old Cherokee Road Lexington, SCwww.collaborativehealthsystems.comFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    033: Network Marketing - Getting Resources From You or Through You

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2020 40:29


    Growing your business can be difficult, and 2020 is shaping up to be a difficult year for those that don't know how to network and market their business properly. Today you'll learn the advantages and the power of networking through your chamber of commerce to grow your business and help you stay on top of you game.Matt and Mike are joined by Carl Blackstone, Chairman and CEO of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, and Jared Clary, Marketing Specialist for Splash Omnimedia and Chair of The Small Business Council for the Chamber. https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm_show/IG handles Matt: https://www.instagram.com/splashmatt/Mike: https://www.instagram.com/splashmakermike/Full-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia: splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leader https://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    032: The Power of Radio with Keven Cohen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2020 38:55


    Today Matt & Mike are talking with entrepreneur, radio station owner, and broadcaster Keven Cohen of Make the Point Radio WQXL. The three discuss the power of local radio and what it can mean for your business on a day to day basis and in the times of a crisis. Don't count radio out! More than 90% of people in the US are impacted by radio for their buying choices.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm_show/IG handles Matt: https://www.instagram.com/splashmatt/Mike: https://www.instagram.com/splashmakermike/Full-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia: splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leader https://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    031: Content Marketing Genius & Distribution

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2020 40:00


    Content marketing has been around forever but tactics have changed. In this episode, Matt and Mike break down the best approaches to bring you one step closer to a marketing genius.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm....IG handles @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    030: Branding Building vs. Direct Marketing - Which is More Powerful?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020 40:22


    Many business owners ask Matt and Mike about marketing strategy and the benefits of Branding over Direct Marketing, or vice versa. The answers might surprise you; don't be like so many out there and just blindly throw money at any marketing strategy or campaign, listen to the experts. Find out today on The Brain Storm with Matt and Mike!https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    029: Video Marketing is Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2020 38:03


    Matt is joined by AVP of Video Production at Splash Omnimedia, Tom Baire. The two talk about the power of video and every way you can leverage your content to get the most return on your marketing efforts.Video is more important now than it ever has been, to personally relate to your audience, and build relationships. Tune in to learn more about engaging your audience whether you're in the studio or at a live broadcast!https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    028: How To Boost Your Recruitment & Engage Your Audience

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 28:43


    Matt and Freddy sit down to discuss the many techniques and ways to engage your audience and maximize turnout on social media campaigns and traditional campaigns in ways that get your target market to take action and stay interested. This episode highlights teacher recruitment for school districts but the strategies and the technology and tools translate across all areas of business and branding.https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    027: The Perfect 5 Phase Marketing Strategy Pt. 1 of 3

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 42:40


    In this first part of a three part series, Matt and Mike break down the importance of the 5 phases of a great marketing strategy. (Attention, Conversion, Retention, Cross-Sell Upsell, and Referral) Today the guys are covering the first two of the five. Attraction and conversion are key! Tune in now to learn how to grab your customer's attention and convert!https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brain_stormshowIG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://www.splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    026: "Killing it" on Social Media to Grow Your Business

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 36:11


    Grab your coffee for this webisode! Matt and Mike discuss how to kill it with growing your business by using social media platforms. Not only just having a presence but using them properly. If you run a business and aren't using social media, you are crazy. https://www.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm_...IG handles Matt: https://www.instagram.com/splashmatt/Mike: https://www.instagram.com/splashmaker...Full-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia: splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leader https://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    025: The Hidden Power of Subscription Based Sales

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 46:30


    One of the best ways to re-engage your existing customers and create guaranteed sales, is to delight them with subscription based services for your products and available services. If you want advice on how to turn your existing offering into a powerful subscription based service or want a full funnel approach to subscription based marketing tune in now!https://thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm....IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:https://splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    024: Retail Stores - Start to Finish Full Funnel Marketing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 38:15


    In today's episode, Matt and Mike do a full breakdown highlighting the retail industry and retail marketing. Please like and subscribe! Attraction, Acquisition, Conversion, Retention, & Loyalty are all laid out in detail with best practiced strategies that will have customers coming in to your stores and will keep them coming back for more!Visit our website and ask us any questions and provide your input ↓↓↓thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm.show/IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_3UHWO6Fua2NLGR6h3kNA/Full Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    023: Strength in Full Funnel Marketing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 37:51


    In this episode Matt and Mike are going into a full breakdown of B2B "Full Funnel Marketing". Starting at attraction, then how to master retention, and finally making the sale and focusing on conversion. Most companies can err on focusing on casting the biggest net and praying they will buy. There are some many small pieces that are missed if you don't have a tight understanding of your strategy. Subscribe to our podcast but also, visit our other platforms for unique content not found here on the full length podcast!thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm.show/IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_3UHWO6Fua2NLGR6h3kNA/Full Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    022: How to Continue to Crush It During COVID-19 Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 45:45


    Law Firms | Roofing | Golf Cart Sales | Manufacturing DistributionThere was a big response to the last week's episode on COVID preparedness and forward thinking for targeted industries; so we're continuing to break down industry specific marketing advice and tactics. This week Matt and Mike discuss the nuances of continual marketing strategies for the legal industry, manufacturing, home maintenance and roofing, as well as "luxury sales" of items like tricked out golf carts, ATVs, jetskis, and motorbikes.Contact us at thebrainstormradio.com right now for any show ideas, or industries that you'd like to see and hear about on the next show!thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm.show/IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_3UHWO6Fua2NLGR6h3kNA/Full Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    021: How to Continue to Crush It During COVID-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 45:02


    In this episode Matt and Mike get into how to keep branding your business and operating at peak efficiency. Whether you're a lawn care service provider, a restaurant, a personal trainer, or an interior designer, there are tips to help you win big and build a following that's bigger than you've ever had!thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm.show/IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_3UHWO6Fua2NLGR6h3kNA/Full Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    020: The Complete Sales Process with Freddy Marchant and Jared Clary

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 47:14


    In this episode there is a lot of awesome content to help give your sales department an incredible boost! Today Matt speaks with the Freddy Marchant and Jared Clary about the full sales process from grassroots marketing, traditional media, video marketing, and marketing automation through emails and proper CRM management.thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm.show/IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_3UHWO6Fua2NLGR6h3kNA/Full Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    019: How to Boost Your Revenue During Coronavirus Lockdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2020 48:24


    It's time to work harder than ever to build up your business and reach out to your customers with digital marketing through social media and get creative. Matt and Jared share some tactics and tips to really engage your customers and boost your sales during this Coronavirus lockdown.Everyone is on their phone and on social media; don't feel bad about making revenue. Craft your message well and your customers and employees will respect your efforts. https://thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm....IG handles @splashmatt @splashmakermikeFull-Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:http://splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

    018: Cohesive Marketing Strategy for a Law Firm with Cavanaugh & Thickens

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 47:08


    In this interview Matt and Mike speak with Eric Cavanaugh and Nick Skorzewski of Cavanaugh Thickens Personal Injury Lawyers about the everyday struggles that come with operating a law firm. thebrainstormradio.comMatt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmattMike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/splashmakerhttps://www.instagram.com/brainstorm.show/IG handles: @splashmatt @splashmakermikeIn This Interview: https://www.ctlawsc.com/Full Service Marketing by Splash Omnimedia:splashomnimedia.comLeadership Training: Next Degree Leaderhttps://www.nextdegreeleader.com

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