Rob Johnson (Creative Director and CEO of Wayne Media & Speakeasy Podcast Network) hosts WAYNECAST. The podcast about business & lifestyle. Small business leaders & topical content for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business owners. Learn more at Speakeasy & Wayne Media!
This week, Rob welcomes WMG's newest creative and branding specialist, Alex Huey on the podcast. They discuss Alex's background as well as some philosophies on branding and how it fits into a marketing company.
On this week's edition… Chris and Joel take over the Louisville Speakeasy for an episode that welcomes back Joel Weiland to the show. Rob talks with the boys about the 3 Ps of business and how it has impacted Wayne Media and other companies the fellas have worked at.
On this week's edition… Rob and Chris take their show on the road down to the Louisville Speakeasy. They are joined in-studio by Joel Weiland, project manager for Wayne Media and also by Andrew McCawley (from the sound booth), Speakeasy Engineer at Wayne Media. They discuss Joel and Andrew's new show “Life in Lou” as well as Speakeasy's upcoming Podcast Summit. It's a show filled with laughs and even a quick detour on a story about a headless chicken festival. It's one you surely won't want to miss. Check out Life in Lou!
On this week's episode, Rob and Chris share 5 tips on what you should prepare for when getting ready to hire a website company. Get a pen and paper ready, cause you're not gonna want to miss this episode!
On this week's episode Rob and Chris discuss the top three websites that they have made as well as the top three websites they admire.
On this week's edition... Rob talks about a marketing case study published on Wayne Media. He details a little bit about how marketing analytics function and what companies should be aware of. Whether your an agency or a small business owner, you will not want to miss this episode!
On this weeks edition, Rob talks about the last six months of progress at Wayne Media. He talked about tactical things WMG has done to find success and gives advice on what small businesses should be aware of as they look to grow.
This week, friend of the show and Rob's cousin, Dave Wenzlick stops by the studio to discuss the highs and lows of corporate culture. Dave is a software engineer and spent nearly a decade working at Amazon. He has experience at companies, both small and large, has given him unique insight into what makes culture work well and where some major missteps are.
"You can't do that with your Google Ads!" Yes, you can. On this week, we talk about the legal issues concerning Google Ads. If you use Google Ads, this podcast is worth a listen.
This week Chris returns from his 8 week hiatus! Together Rob and Chris discuss podcasting and streaming. They talk about what streaming is, the platforms in which you can stream on, and the future of podcasting and streaming. You don't want to miss this week's episode!
This week, Rob takes Waynecast mobile to his office where the tacos and tequila never run dry! He is joined for the show by Clark Bradley from Co-work Brighton and Eric Meldrum, a realtor for EXP Realty. Today is all about how to structure a business; onboarding vs strategizing with clients, how to be authentic in the business work and how to successfully delegate work. Be sure to check it out!
Have you taken an inventory of the things that matter in your business? What about your personal life? In this episode, Rob goes solo and talks assessing the things that matter in your business. Things from meetings, to associates, and everything in between.
Is radio quickly fading? What do the next 10 years look like for podcasting? On today's episode, Rob invites Grant LeFaive, studio engineer at Speakeasy, to discuss his background in radio and why podcasting is the largest emerging media market this decade.
This week Rob took Waynecast down south to our Louisville location where he was joined by Marvin Greenfield, owner of Right Way Hauling. Together they talk about the controversial topic of minimum wage. They discuss the consequences of raising minimum wage and if business owners should pay their workers minimum wage.
As a continuation from last week, this week, Rob discusses the top 25 questions you should ask your marketing agency. Get your pen and paper out if you're looking for a marketing agency, you do not want to miss this episode!
On this week's episode, Rob flys solo and discusses the top 25 questions you should ask your website company. Get your pen and paper out if you're looking for a website company, you do not want to miss this episode!
Often the best way to learn is from mistakes. So learn from ours! This week Rob shares some of the biggest mistakes he has made as a business owner. From organization and procedures to hiring and investing, there is no topic off-limits in this episode. Discover how we have overcome these mistakes in order to become a more successful business.
Practice what you preach, right? Well, not for most of the marketing companies in Michigan. In this week's show, Rob and Chris break down a recent audit WMG performed on the top 25 companies in SE Michigan. The results are pretty alarming.
How do you take ownership properly? On this episode, Rob invites AgentRx owner Rachele Evers onto the show to talk about her rise in real estate. They also discuss Wayne Media's origins and pull back the curtain on industry processes. You do not want to miss this one! Rachele Evers 810.923.5421 rachele@agentrx.net
Rob does a special audio-only podcast on his feelings of 2021 and what's on the agenda for 2022. Be blessed in the new year
This week, Rob and Chris talk about how as consumers of media content, it can be dificult to juggle our wellbeing. They discuss topics such as feelings of being left out due to social media, mentally disappearing from the world into our technology, and how consumption habits are starting to change for the general public.
This week, things get interesting in the studio. Rob and Chris are joined by Brighton, Michigan's very own Victor Bals of Highlands Mortgage and Assist My Realtor. They talk about everything from the new Facebook podcast integrations to bad reviews, open door theory, and the importance of social media and reputation. Enjoy a pops with these 3 during this week's episode.
This week Rob welcomes Robert Johnstone, Partner, and Account Services Director here at Wayne Media back to the podcast. Together they discuss everything you need to know about podcasting. Learn how you can best utilize a podcast to market your company, new advances with social media and podcasting platforms, as well as what's in store for podcasts and Wayne Media in 2022.
In this week's episode, we had the pleasure of having David Hayes, the Dean of Undergraduate Studies at Cleary University join us in the studio. Together they discuss the main problem with student loans, the impact they can have on a person, and the pressure to go to college and determine your future at 18. Guest Links: David Hayes https://cleary.edu/staff/david-c-hayes-ms-mfa/ Email: dhayes@my.cleary.edu
Chris takes over the hosting for Waynecast as he interviews Rob on how he got the idea for Wayne Media and Speakeasy and what drove him to start the business.
On this week's Waynecast, Rob is joined by Tory Nicholas, creative strategist at Wayne Media. They discuss hiring practices, the cost of turnover, and how Wayne Media hires and invests into their employees. Company Socials and Websites Wayne Media Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
It's nearly impossible to predict the real estate market, but you can discover trends. Today's guest is Scott Griffith from Griffith Realty. Him and Rob discuss issues in the real estate industry, market forecasting, and trends in marketing for realtors. Scott's Info Griffith Realty Website
In this week's episode, Rob is joined by Paul Seguin of EXP Realty. They discuss marketing trends in real estate and pitfalls you should avoid.
On this week's episode, Rob talks about cheap SEO companies and why they can be damaging to small businesses. *** Waynecast is hosted by Rob Johnson. Founder and Creative Director of Wayne Media and Speakeasy Podcast Network. For more information visit WayneMedia.com or SpeakeasyNetwork.com
In this episode, Rob discusses marketing specifically for realtors. He has personal life experience of working with realtors and now professional as well, causing him to have a lot of experience in the industry. He discusses good marketing and bad marketing, summaried into 3 simple tips.
In today's episode, Rob talks about the value of copywriting and provides a guide of questions you can ask yourself to help you create engaging copy.
In today's episode, Rob gives a four-minute summary on how to best utilize marketing. He shares details on how to attract the right clients, how to create a consistent and engaging content strategy, and how to best track your ROI.
In this episode, Rob is joined by the Carr and Seguin show, which consists of Paul Seguin who is in the relestate industry and Devon Carr who handles morgaging. The three of them discuss how the Carr and Seguin show has been progressing so far, what it is like podcasting in the studio on a weekly business, along with learning more about their industries and who they are as people.
In this episode, Rob is joined in the studio by our team's Creative Manger Amanda and Creative Strategist Tory. They talk about the immense impact Google My Business has on small businesses. This platform creates local awareness, provides a space for community reviews and hosts a built in social media feed.
In this episode, Rob talks about the natural fear that podcasters have before they start and how Speakeasy Podcast Network helps mitigate those fears with our onboarding process.
In this episode, Rob is joined by Amanda and Tory once again to discuss the importance of organic reach through content and having a specific content schedule. They go into detail describing how each client and each industry requires a different schedule. Some may need a high flow of content whereas others might need fewer, but more detailed posts.
In this episode, Rob discusses the progress that Wayne Media Group has made in the 2021 year, thus far. We are in a new building, have added to our staff, and overall the company seems to be growing drastically! "After these first 3 months, it has become very clear to me that Speakeasy Podcast Network will drastically impact the community!"
In today's episode, Rob Johnson sits down at the #BrightonSpeakeasy to discuss the wedding biz with DJ Shawn Cox, owner of Bash Entertainment. They discuss the ins and outs of the industry and how Shawn got his start. Guest Information Bash Entertainment Website Bash Entertainment Facebook Show Notes Wayne Media Speakeasy Podcast Network
On today's episode, Rob sits down with John Tekluve, from Window Depot. They discuss the origin of Window Depot and how he runs his business.
On this week's episode, Rob talks about how his sales process is different than others. *** Waynecast is hosted by Rob Johnson. Founder and Creative Director of Wayne Media and Speakeasy Podcast Network. For more information visit WayneMedia.com or SpeakeasyNetwork.com
On today's episode, Rob sits down with David Adamczyk, the owner of Absolute Services. They discuss how a company starts, what it can turn into, as well as what is integrated to make a company perform well.
In this week's episode, Rob is joined by Amanda and Tory (Our creative team) to discuss the importance of story telling from a marketing perspective. Telling the story behind a business is what makes successful marketing, well above sharing numbers and statistics. It is scary and uncomfortable to be vulnerable to customers, but extreamly necissary.
In this week's episode, Rob sits down with Scott Griffith from Griffith Realty. Rob and Scott go in-depth about the history of Griffith Reality, along with their family's connections in the Brighton Community. Congratulations to the company as they move towards their 40th anniversary!
On this week's episode, Rob talks about the newest video package offered at Wayne Media. Learn more here . *** Waynecast is hosted by Rob Johnson. Founder and Creative Director of Wayne Media and Speakeasy Podcast Network. For more information visit WayneMedia.com or SpeakeasyNetwork.com
In this week's episode, Rob is joined in the studio by Fred Newman from Newman Electric. Fred has partnered with Wayne Media to make video content along with the company website. Throughout the show, we learn more about who Fred is, what he stands for, and why he started the electric company.
In this week's episode, Rob talks about the process of onboarding a podcaster at Speakeasy. *** Waynecast is hosted by Rob Johnson. Founder and Creative Director of Wayne Media and Speakeasy Podcast Network. For more information visit WayneMedia.com or SpeakeasyNetwork.com
On today's episode: Julian West from New Look Roof joins Rob at the Louisville Speakeasy to discuss the trade industry and how transparent, forward-facing companies are gaining marketing share in large markets. Links New Look Roof
On today's episode: Misha Tzosik, the owner of Mbodi joins Rob at the Louisville Speakeasy to discuss her industry, her customers, what she does, and what makes Mbodi different.
In today's episode, Rob discusses our website retainer process after we are finished creating a website for a client. Most other website platforms hold tight to their domain names, continually ciphering money and holding your website hostage. At the end of each project, we give our clients complete access and control over their site, while offering to remain on a project to add any updates, photos, or changes they may need in the future. More details included in the show!
On today's episode, Rob welcomes back our Digital Architect, Chris Williams to the podcast to discuss our favorite SquareSpaces resources.