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(Aired July 11, 2024) DomainSherpa - Sherpa Shorts - July 11, 2024: The Trend Is Your Friend As we say on DomainSherpa - all roads lead to domains! And today we have a Sherpa Shorts segment,co-hosted by JT & Chris Zuiker of MediaOptions - where they pick a few domain name related topics to dig into. In this episode, the Sherpas delve into recent articles in the domain industry and whether there have been any transformative applications of AI so far. They also discuss how to accurately value domain names, considering certain current macro and microeconomic factors. And don't forget to check out Chris's book at DomainBrokerSecrets.com. All this and more on today's episode of Sherpa Shorts!
(Aired February 1, 2024) Minivans and Tank Engines - Get into the minds of the Sherpas with this DomainSherpa Review! In this show, The Sherpas play The Domain Game (starting at the 8:05 mark), where they guess what certain domains were bought and sold for by the Sherpas and discuss the reasons behind their evaluations. Today's domains are Infrared.com, CUTU.com, VEYA.com, BUSK.com, and Sonata.com. The Sherpas discuss the recent sales of Transformational.com and 469.com. The Sherpas review a list of domains about to come up for auction on NameJet.com, including EnergyStore.com, HomeInsulation.com, and BarKeep.com. They briefly review the portfolio of an audience member, who currently has the domains listed on NameJet, including BananaSplit.com, Juanita.com, StrongBody.com, and FunShop.com, with the full list of domains included in the show notes. The Sherpas also discuss the idea of a "neoregistrar", a term recently introduced on social media by Michael Cyger, and how those types of hybrid entities could impact domains. Also, DomainSherpa is now integrating with Muse.ai for episode transcripts and an AI-driven video player to easily look for topics, words, phrases, etc., and jump to the points in the video where they occur. Let us know your feedback! Plus, all DomainSherpa podcasts are now up on our YouTube channel at DS.tv and much more! JT is joined by Drew & Josh - so be sure to tune in!!
(Aired January 11, 2024) 2k24x7 - Get into the minds of the Sherpas with this DomainSherpa Review! In this show, The Sherpas skip The Domain Game as we slide into the new year and catch up with Drew on his groundbreaking interview with Tim Ferriss and his recent trip to the Far East. The Sherpas review a list of domains about to come up for auction on NameJet.com, including Arnica.com, FarmEquipment.com, and ContractLaw.com. The Sherpas discuss the start of the New Year and 2024's outlook. They briefly talk about the approval of Bitcoin ETFs and what that means for crypto and domain names. Chris breaks down the different domain buyer types and related strategies. The Sherpas also mention the upcoming ICA meetup next week in Las Vegas. Also, DomainSherpa is now integrating with Muse.ai for episode transcripts and an AI-driven video player to easily look for topics, words, phrases, etc., and jump to the points in the video where they occur. Let us know your feedback! Plus, all DomainSherpa podcasts are now up on our YouTube channel at DS.tv and much more! JT is joined by Drew & Chris - so be sure to tune in!!
(Aired November 30, 2023) DomainSherpa - Sherpa Shorts - November 30, 2023: Take the Plunge As we say on DomainSherpa - all roads lead to domains! And today we have a Sherpa Shorts segment, co-hosted by the MediaOptions team - JT, Drew, Chris & Matthew Zuiker - where they pick one or two domain name related topics to dig into. In this episode, the Sherpas discuss domain names related to cold plunge tubs and also get into a discussion about Rick Schwartz's recent blog article about the importance of premium domains for businesses and how they are now more accessible than ever. Also, don't forget about the upcoming ICA meetup in Las Vegas and make sure to register for the event today and book your hotel before it's too late! And don't forget to check out Chris's new book at DomainBrokerSecrets.com. All this and more on today's episode of Sherpa Shorts!
(Aired November 16, 2023) DomainSherpa - Sherpa Shorts - November 16, 2023: Discussing the Escrow.com Q3 2023 Report As we say on DomainSherpa - all roads lead to domains! And today we have the newest segment of the DomainSherpa network for you, Sherpa Shorts, typically co-hosted by JT, Chris & Matthew Zuiker - where they will pick one or more domain name related topics or questions to dig into. In this episode, JT is joined by Drew to discuss the Escrow.com Q3 2023 report, .ai domain names, hyphen domain names, the upcoming ICA meetup in Las Vegas, and much more. Tune in and check out the latest Sherpa Shorts!
(Aired November 2, 2023) DomainSherpa - Sherpa Shorts - November 2, 2023: You're So Vain As we say on DomainSherpa - all roads lead to domains! And today we have a Sherpa Shorts segment, co-hosted by JT, Chris & Matthew Zuiker - where will pick one or two domain name related topics to dig into. In this episode, the Sherpas discuss understanding the mentality of end-user buyers and how to help them appreciate the value of premium domain names. They get into a discussion about the difference of world-view vs. self-view and how domains can reflect status vs. vanity for end-user businesses, touching on some of the different buyer types in the process. The Sherpas also review a short list of domains about to come up for auction at NameJet.com, including VintageBike.com, SkinPlus.com, TemporaryOffice.com, and PureSoul.com And don't forget to check out Chris's new book at DomainBrokerSecrets.com. All this and more on today's episode of Sherpa Shorts!
(Aired August 8, 2023) DomainSherpa - Sherpa Shorts - August 10, 2023: Finding the Sweet Spot on Domain Pricing As we say on DomainSherpa - all roads lead to domains. AAnd today we have a new segment for you, Sherpa Shorts, co-hosted by JT, Chris & Matthew Zuiker - where they will pick one domain name related topic or question to dig into. In this episode, the Sherpas discuss how to determine the right price for your domain so you don't turn off potential buyers while also not leaving any money on the table. How do you get to that sweet spot? Tune in and find out!
(Aired February 23, 2023) DomainSherpa - Off The Market Forever - February 23, 2023: Cream Rises to the Top As we say on DomainSherpa - all roads lead to domains. And this is a series related to domains called "Off The Market Forever", starring Chris Zuiker and James Iles! OTMF focuses on the domain space from the lens of end-user acquisitions and upgrades, from the perspective of one of the most successful domain brokers in the world and one of top writers in the space - who have unique insight and knowledge of the industry and domains as related to end-users. In this episode, Drew joins for the first time on Off The Market Forever and the Sherpas start off by talking about the Link.com domain sale. They then get into current trends and predictions for 2023, which leads the group into an interesting discussion around domain valuation methodology. So be sure to tune in to this episode of Off The Market Forever!
(Aired November 23, 2022) DomainSherpa - Off The Market Forever – November 23, 2022: Founders Series Interview with Andrew Gazdecki of Acquire.com As we say on DomainSherpa - all roads lead to domains. And this is a new show related to domains called "Off The Market Forever", starring Chris Zuiker, Matthew Zuiker, and James Iles! In this show we focus on the domain space from the lens of end-user acquisitions and upgrades, from the perspective of the best domain brokers in the world and one of top journalists in the space - all who have unique insight and knowledge of the industry and domains as they relate to end-users. In this episode, the Sherpas interview Andrew Gazdecki of MicroAcquire to discuss his journey creating his startup and what led to the upgrade and acquisition of the Acquire.com ultra-premium domain name. Andrew gives great insight into what led to the decision to acquire the domain, how he obtained the domain through a broker, and how much he paid for it. His story is another testament as to why it's important for a company to lock up its exact-match domain name before it is "Off The Market Forever"! The Sherpas are also joined for the first time by MediaOptions broker, Matthew Zuiker. So be sure to tune in! And be sure to check out the MicroAcquire's "sister site" referenced in this episode - Bootstrappers.com - which is full of practical advice from bootstrapped founders to help you build, scale, and grow a business!
(Aired October 20, 2022) DomainSherpa - Off The Market Forever – October 20, 2022: Founders Series Interview with Charlie Bullock of Scan.com As we say on DomainSherpa - all roads lead to domains. And this is a new show related to domains called "Off The Market Forever", starring Chris Zuiker and James Iles! In this show we focus on the domain space from the lens of end-user acquisitions and upgrades, from the perspective of one the best domain brokers in world and one of top journalists in the space - both who have unique insight and knowledge of the industry and domains as they relate to end-users. In this episode, the Sherpas interview Charlie Bullock of Scan.com to discuss their journey as a company and what led to their upgrade and acquisition of the Scan.com ultra-premium domain name. Charlie gives amazing insight on how they came to the decision to acquire the domain, the process to obtain it, and gives some detail on how the upgrade has helped from a business standpoint. His story is a testament as to why it's important for a company to lock up its exact-match domain name before it is "Off The Market Forever"! So be sure to tune in!
(Aired September 22, 2022) DomainSherpa - Off The Market Forever – September 22, 2022: Everybody Wins: Strive.com, Fetch.com, and Crunchbase Unicorns As we say on DomainSherpa - all roads lead to domains. And this is a new show related to domains called "Off The Market Forever", starring Chris Zuiker and James Iles! In this show we focus on the domain space from the lens of end-user acquisitions and upgrades, from the perspective of one the best domain brokers in world and one of top journalists in the space - both who have unique insight and knowledge of the industry and domains as they relate to end-users. In this episode, the Sherpas discuss domains such as Strive.com, & Fetch.com, trends with domains for Crunchbase Unicorns, statistics for domain name upgrades, why it's important to lock up your domain before it's "Off The Market Forever", and a whole lot more! So be sure to tune in!
(Aired August 25, 2022) DomainSherpa - Off The Market Forever - August 25, 2022: Flip.com, Fruitful.com, Connect.com, Pulley.com As we say on DomainSherpa - all roads lead to domains. And this is a new show related to domains called "Off The Market Forever", starring Chris Zuiker and James Iles! In this show we focus on the domain space from the lens of end-user acquisitions and upgrades, from the perspective of one the best domain brokers in world and one of top journalists in the space - both who have unique insight and knowledge of the industry and domains as they relate to end-users. In this episode, the Sherpas discuss domains such as Distributed.com, TechnologyHoldings.com, Gala.com, & Scan.com, why it's important to lock up your domain before it's "Off The Market Forever", and a whole lot more! So be sure to tune in!
(Aired July 21, 2022) DomainSherpa - Off The Market Forever - July 21, 2022: Distributed.com, TechnologyHoldings.com, Gala.com, Scan.com As we say on DomainSherpa - all roads lead to domains. And this is a new show related to domains called "Off The Market Forever", starring Chris Zuiker and James Iles! In this show we focus on the domain space from the lens of end-user acquisitions and upgrades, from the perspective of one the best domain brokers in world and one of top journalists in the space - both who have unique insight and knowledge of the industry and domains as they relate to end-users. In this episode, the Sherpas discuss domains such as Distributed.com, TechnologyHoldings.com, Gala.com, & Scan.com, why it's important to lock up your domain before it's "Off The Market Forever", and a whole lot more! So be sure to tune in!
(Aired June 28, 2022) DomainSherpa - Off The Market Forever - June 28, 2022: Going, Going, Gone: Electra.com, Wealth.com, Firework.com, RocketReach.com As we say on DomainSherpa - all roads lead to domains. And now we are debuting a brand a new show related to domains called "Off The Market Forever", starring Chris Zuiker and James Iles! In this show we focus on the domain space from the lens of end-user acquisitions and upgrades, from the perspective of one the best domain brokers in world and one of top journalists in the space - both who have unique insight and knowledge of the industry and domains as they relate to end-users. In this special new show, the Sherpas discuss domains such as Electra.com, Wealth.com, Firework.com, & RocketReach.com, why it's important to lock up your forever domain before it's "Off The Market Forever", and a whole lot more! So be sure to tune in!
(Aired October 11, 2021) DomainSherpa - 10+11=21: Breaking News with Reza Sardeha of DAN.com - October 11, 2021 JT, Drew, and Chris Zuiker are joined by Reza Sardeha of DAN.com to provide an exciting update on the MediaOptions & DAN.com partnership and to announce a new deal between DAN.com & DomainSherpa! Some key moments from the show include an update on the official launch of MediaOptions domain brokerage services on DAN.com, some insight into the features of the DAN.com platform and details about the MediaOptions integration, a discussion about strategies and philosophies around successful domain sales and brokering, and more! Be sure to tune in!
We have some exciting things taking place on the DomainSherpa Network as we name domain industry veteran Jonathan Tenenbaum as our new host and begin to introduce some additional upcoming changes to our programming. We also share some other news that will be ground-breaking for the domain industry. Be sure to tune in!
Welcome to this episode of Kickstart Commerce podcast where we interview Chris Zuiker - author of .COM strategies, and Head of Sales and Marketing at MediaOptions.com — the industry-leading Premium Domain Name Brokerage. In today’s episode, Chris and I discuss: 3 pillars for marketing a domain name 7 Dimensions - how brands and brokers value domain names Domain name buying and selling trends for 2020 In closing, don’t forget to subscribe as you enjoy this week's episode via iTunes, GooglePlay, Stitcher or how ever you desire to listen.
Domain name brokers Andrew Rosener & Chris Zuiker discuss a distinct tipping point in how end users understand domain values and how this is causing a shift in supply and demand, and therefore in domain values. Given their daily conversations with top global decision-makers at end user corporations and startups, they see the market is also maturing to the point of many end users understanding the value of quality domain names.
These tips will help you sell your domain names. Have you ever tried to convince a company about the value of a good domain name. Chris Zuiker, a domain broker and marketer for Media Options, does it every day. Today he explains the 7 ways a domain name impacts a brand, and these 7 things […] Post link: 7 reasons companies need a great domain – DNW Podcast #215 © DomainNameWire.com 2020. This is copyrighted content. Domain Name Wire full-text RSS feeds are made available for personal use only, and may not be published on any site without permission. If you see this message on a website, contact editor (at) domainnamewire.com. Latest domain news at DNW.com: Domain Name Wire.
(Aired Dec 3, 2018) WeedGrower.com, CheapAmmo.com, CT.com - Get into the minds of the Sherpas with the DomainSherpa Review! In this show we discuss what the Sherpas recently bought and sold: WeedGrower.com, CheapAmmo.com, CT.com, An investor's portfolio is appraised: jConsole.com, SoundClick.org, Wvmp.com..., and some great domains going to auction soon that might be perfect for newer investors.
Investors & Domain Names Why would your investor say to pass on owning your domain name? In today’s episode I talk about why a VC would say you don't need to own your domain name. POINT #1: The story of why one startup passed on owning their (.com) domain name. Chris recently spoke to a startup whose investors told him not to buy their (.com) domain name. The investor said that it was not worth the price and their current domain name was good enough. Chris had interviewed with a company years ago that was funded and owned by a private equity firm. The strategy of this company was to be sold to a bigger investor in the next three to five years. They were focused on profit and being lean. The shorter picture was more important than the bigger and longer picture. POINT #2: What is your investors motive? Why would investors recommend passing on acquiring their brands domain name? What is the motive of the investor? Could they be more focused on short term profit then the long-term brand and growth play. What would happen to their investment if another brand launched on the (.com) for your brand? POINT #3: What is your motive as a startup founder? If you are looking to build an elite brand then you need to own your (.com) domain name. As a founder you are looking at the long-term strategy play and impact to your brand equity. Your domain name impacts your ability to control the messaging and positioning for your keyword brand. We call this the global positioning. QUESTION OF THE DAY: How good does your brand help you rank and establish leadership? QUOTE OF THE DAY: “What is the motive of your investors and does it align with your motive to build an elite brand?” – Chris Zuiker
Com Strategies Podcast where you will learn key insights into valuing, marketing and selling your domain names. In today’s episode I talk about Vodka and Tequila… POINT #1: What would you order when everything in the bar is free? While in Mexico we had an open bar at the all inclusive hotel They had many top level brands of liquor But….they would serve you the bottom unless you asked for a specific brand POINT #2: How is your brand differentiated? Will your customers come in contact with another brand that has your name? How does your brand rank to your competition? POINT #3: How good are your domain and portfolio. QUESTION OF THE DAY: How good does your brand help you rank and establish leadership? QUOTE OF THE DAY: “How does your brand rank to the competition?” – Chris Zuiker
Com Strategies Podcast where you will learn key insights into valuing, marketing and selling your domain names. In today’s episode I talk about I will take your menus… POINT #1: We were treated special at the restaurant. The manager we met the night before treated us to a special dinner. When we came into the restaurant he asked if he could take the menus and have the chef surprise us. POINT #2: How and where are you pre-framing the experience for you competition This experience shows that he was cooking the same food but the packaging made it feel elite. The same goes for your brand and not owning your (.com) domain name. POINT #3: How are you negotiating your domain names? How is your customer service? In this case I ended up giving out one of the biggest tips of the night just because of the special touch they gave us. QUESTION OF THE DAY: Where in your business can you make your customers feel elite? CHALLENGE OF THE DAY: Get on the phone the next time you are in a negotiation and talk to the person. QUOTE OF THE DAY: “What motivates you to be your best?” – Chris Zuiker
Com Strategies Podcast where you will learn key insights into valuing, marketing and selling your domain names. In today’s episode I talk about moving on up… POINT #1: Antonio the beach waiter He moved up from being a dish person Worked their for 4 years Has a goal to become a manager POINT #2: This relates back to our marketing In my latest marketing book they talk about how direct response marketers are always testing If you are a marketer you need to look at the productivity of your domain strategies POINT #3: How does this relate to your domain investing strategy? QUESTION OF THE DAY: Where in your marketing and domain investing do you need to challenge yourself to get better and set big goals? CHALLENGE OF THE DAY: Look over your domain names and decide which 3 domain names you nee to drop. QUOTE OF THE DAY: “I have one more hour to make money” – Chris Zuiker
STOP calling domains real estate. It diminishes value by failing to create an emotional connection, which is the goal of any good brand. That's the message from today's Sherpa, Chris Zuiker.
(Aired Jun 11, 2018) Inside Edition - Get into the minds of the Sherpas with the DomainSherpa Review! In this show we discuss what the Sherpas' brokerage firm backend work looks like, An investor's portfolio is appraised: LittleRockMD.com, DigiDeposit.com, HoloCar.com..., and some great domains going to auction soon that might be perfect for newer investors.
If you don't understand specifically how domain names impact brand values, you limit your ability to sell your domain names, to invest wisely, or on the other end, to maximize your brand's potential. Today's Sherpa, Chris Zuiker, describes 7 specific ways in which domain names impact brand value. All investors and entrepreneurs who are looking to understand the intersection of domain name and brand values should watch this show.
Would you like to learn more about Q1 fluctuations in the domain name market? Hear expert domain brokers Drew Rosener & Chris Zuiker discuss Chinese domain name investments, 2 and 3 letter .COMs, and how crypto currency domain investments are evolving.
Remember when I told you that after 404 shows, DomainSherpa bid farewell? Well, we have some exciting news to share with you on today's show!