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April 22, 2026

Why Founders Fail: Ego, Burnout, and the Systems They Avoid | Goin...

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In this honest and eye-opening episode 115 of Going Forward, host Eric Elliott sits down with entrepreneur, automation expert, and Co-CEO of Biggest Goal, Alane Boyd, to unpack what it really takes to scale a business without losing yourself in the process.Alane has built and exited multiple companies, but what she shares in this conversation goes ...

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March 18, 2026

From Athlete to Advocate: Amber Hall on Competing Without a Big Ma...

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In this inspiring episode 114 of Going Forward, host Eric Elliott sits down with Amber Hall, Founder and Managing Attorney of Amber Hall Law, to explore what it really takes to build something from nothing and stand out in a competitive industry.From her roots as a Division I athlete to launching her firm with little more than a laptop and determin...

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January 21, 2026

Why Empathy Still Wins in a World Fueled by AI with Jason Myers | ...

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In this episode of Going Forward, Eric Elliott sits down with Jason Myers, CEO of Legal Conversion Center, for a no-BS conversation about leadership, empathy, and the unseen moments that define a company’s reputation.Jason shares his unlikely path from answering phones for minimum wage to leading a 100+ person organization built on one simple phi...

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December 31, 2025

Conversations That Moved Us Forward in 2025: Best of the Going For...

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Every year leaves behind a trail of ideas worth returning to. In this Best of 2025 episode, we’ve gathered the moments that carried us forward throughout the year. We had exceptional guests whose conversations sparked clarity, challenged comfort zones, and pushed us to think bigger and act more intentionally in our own communities and beyond. The...

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October 21, 2025

Confusion Costs, Confidence Leads: Financial Clarity for Entrepren...

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In episode 112 of Going Forward, Eric Elliott is joined by Michael Scarpati, co-founder and CEO of RetireUS, to expose the hard truths behind financial planning today. From the myth of “set it and forget it” retirement accounts to the hidden toll of financial stress, he explains why doing nothing may be the most dangerous decision of all.Togeth...

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August 26, 2025

Mind Over Matter: Marcus Lattimore’s Mental Resilience After Foo...

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In Part 2 of Episode 111 of Going Forward, Eric Elliott continues his inspiring conversation with Marcus Lattimore, former collegiate football All-American NFL running back, diving deeper into his journey of reinvention and the wisdom gained beyond the football field. Marcus reflects on the impact of his career-ending injury, not as a setback but a...

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August 12, 2025

Mind Over Matter: Marcus Lattimore’s Mental Resilience After Foo...

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In episode 111, part 1 of Going Forward, Eric Elliott is joined by Marcus Lattimore, former collegiate football All-American NFL running back, and now a celebrated spoken word artist, to explore the power of mindset and resilience. From his early days as an All-American football player to his career-changing injury and beyond, Marcus shares how hi...

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July 22, 2025

Leveraging Legal Tech to Scale Your Law Firm with Joshua Lenon | G...

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In episode 110 of Going Forward, Eric Elliott is joined by Joshua Lenon, Lawyer in Residence at Clio, to dive into the rapidly evolving world of legal technology and its impact on law firms today. As one of the leading voices at the intersection of law and technology, Joshua brings a wealth of knowledge from his work with Clio and his expertise in...

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July 2, 2025

From the White House to the Boardroom: Leadership Secrets with Ant...

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In episode 109 of Going Forward, Eric Elliott sits down with Anton Gunn, former senior advisor to President Barack Obama and the world’s leading authority on Socially Conscious Leadership. Anton shares his incredible journey, from being a standout SEC football player to becoming a force in leadership consulting, helping organizations build divers...

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June 18, 2025

Branding from the Inside Out with Eric Elliott, Paul Schmidt and M...

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In this Episode 108 of Going Forward, host Eric Elliott is joined by Paul Schmidt and Maximilian Pyle, key decision-makers at Craft Creative and VIP Marketing, to dive deep into the significance of authenticity in branding and marketing. They discuss how brands can fail when they stray from their true identity and the crucial role of consistency in...

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June 4, 2025

Stop Copying and Start Creating Your Brand with Eric Elliott and P...

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In Episode 107 of Going Forward, Eric Elliott sits down with longtime creative partner and friend Paul Schmidt, President of Craft Creative, for an honest look at why most law firm advertising misses the mark. They explore the deeper issue of identity, the setbacks of generic branding, and how their own journey led to bold campaigns like VIP Market...

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May 20, 2025

The Healing Power of Honesty with Raphael James | Going Forward 10...

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In this candid episode 106 of Going Forward, host Eric Elliott sits down with longtime Charleston TV journalist and author Raphael James to talk about what happens when life demands more than you’re ready for and how telling the truth can set you free. They explore Raphael’s experiences supporting family members through autism and dementia, and...

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May 6, 2025

Power, Purpose, and The Practice of Law with Sara Williams | Going...

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In episode 105 of Going Forward, host Eric Elliott sits down with trial attorney and law professor Sara Williams for an inspiring, candid conversation about purpose, perseverance, and building your reputation in the legal industry. From humble beginnings to becoming a nationally respected voice for young lawyers and women in law, Sara opens up abou...

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March 19, 2025

Audit Your Circle Solocast with Eric Elliott | Going Forward 104

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In this solo episode of Going Forward, Eric Elliott dives into the critical importance of auditing your circle. As a business owner, the people around you can either lift you up or hold you back. Who’s in your corner? Who truly has your best interest at heart? Eric breaks down why surrounding yourself with the right team—those who will climb t...

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February 12, 2025

Fine Tuning Finances with Brian Feroldi | Going Forward 103

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In this episode of Going Forward, Eric Elliott welcomes Brian Feroldi, financial educator and investment expert, to discuss the power of financial literacy in business and investing. Brian shares his journey into investing, why understanding numbers is crucial, and how passion alone isn't enough to run a successful business.They also explore th...

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January 29, 2025

Fireproofing Your Law Firm with Mike Morse | Going Forward 102

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In this episode of the Going Forward Podcast, we explore Mike Morse's inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a prominent figure in the legal world. Mike shares how his passion for his firm and his deep connection to his community have been key to his success. Mike discusses the importance of staying community-focused, diversifying yo...

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December 27, 2024

A Year of Impact: Best of the Going Forward Podcast | 2024

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As 2024 comes to a close, we want to thank you for being part of the Going Forward Podcast. This year has been packed with thought-provoking conversations and powerful lessons from industry leaders and innovators. Your continued support means the world to us, and we’re excited to bring you even more inspiration and actionable insights in the year...

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December 18, 2024

Revolutionize Legal Marketing with Industry Pioneer Harlan Schilli...

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In this episode of Going Forward, Eric Elliott sits down with Harlan Schillinger, a trailblazer in the legal advertising industry and a trusted advisor to law firms nationwide. Harlan shares his decades of experience revolutionizing legal marketing, emphasizing the power of tracking, accountability, and putting clients first. We discuss the importa...

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November 27, 2024

The Power of Culture and Community in Law Firm Success with Brando...

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In this episode of Going Forward, Eric Elliott sits down with Brandon Dawson, founding member of Miller, Dawson, Siegel, and Ward—also known as the Thumbs Up Guys. Brandon talks about building a thriving law firm by prioritizing culture, trust, and client experience. He shares how his firm uses modern technology without losing the personal touch,...

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November 13, 2024

Getting an Inside Look Into Personal Injury Law with Jessica Tehli...

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In this episode of the Going Forward podcast, Eric Elliott talks with personal injury attorney Jessica Tehlirian about the realities of personal injury law. Jessica discusses common misconceptions, the importance of integrity in the legal field, and how her experiences have shaped her approach to client care and community involvement. This conversa...

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October 16, 2024

Lead with Purpose and Build a Stronger Law Firm with Bill Biggs | ...

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In episode 98 of Going Forward, Bill Biggs dives into the importance of leadership and culture in law firms, explaining how firms with strong leadership not only achieve better financial results but also improve client experience and team morale. In this episode we cover: the link between leadership and financial performance, challenges of leadersh...

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September 19, 2024

Transform Your Selling Approach with Jim Doyle, Author of Selling ...

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In Episode 97 of The Going Forward Podcast, we welcome Jim Doyle, a renowned sales coach and author of Selling with a Servant Heart. Lauded for its refreshing approach to sales, the book has inspired countless professionals to redefine success by focusing on customer impact over traditional sales metrics. This episode dives into the transformative ...

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April 3, 2024

Solve The Right Problems With Elite Sales Coach, Steve Smaridge | ...

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Enter the $100 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway here!: https://vipmarketing.com/going-forward In Episode 96 of The Going Forward Podcast, we're joined by Steve Smaridge, an elite sales coach at Closers.io, to explore a variety of critical topics for personal and professional growth. This episode dives into the importance of discipline, critiques the lack ...

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March 13, 2024

Empowering the Next Generation of Lawyers, With George Sink of Geo...

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Connect w/ Eric Elliott: Website: ⁠https://ericelliott.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/ericelliottspeaker⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamericelliott/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ericmelliott/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/EricMElliott⁠ Tiktok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ericmelliott⁠ Email: Er...

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March 6, 2024

Win in Law and Business, With George Sink of George Sink P.A. Inju...

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Connect w/ Eric Elliott: Website: https://ericelliott.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ericelliottspeaker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamericelliott/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericmelliott/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricMElliott Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ericmelliott Email: Eric@EricElliott.com Text: 843-279-584...

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February 14, 2024

Going forward Episode 93 | DoorDash Can’t Deliver Your Dream Job

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This episode delves into the concept of immediate gratification in the professional realm, often termed as the 'DoorDash mentality'. We scrutinize the growing trend among young professionals to anticipate rapid career advancement and substantial salaries with minimal effort. Our discussion focuses on the realism of these expectations and the value ...

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December 27, 2023

A Year of Transformation: Best of the Going Forward Podcast | 2023

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Thank you for joining us on this journey through 2023 with the Going Forward Podcast. We're truly grateful for your support and engagement. As we wrap up a year filled with inspiring conversations and invaluable insights from a diverse group of experts and entrepreneurs, we look forward to what the next year holds. Stay tuned for more in 2024! Conn...

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December 11, 2023

Going Forward Episode 92 | Scale Your Business With Proper Process...

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Welcome to the Going Forward Podcast! In this episode, join us for an insightful conversation with Chris Ronzio, the visionary founder of Trainual. Dive into the world of streamlined business processes and discover the transformative impact Trainual has on organizational clarity and efficiency. Chris shares valuable insights into how Trainual empow...

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December 1, 2023

Going Forward Episode 90 | Designing a Better Future With James Ma...

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Connect w/ James Martin: Personal Website: https://themadebyjames.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/made.by.james/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-martin-3b594698/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/madebyjameslogos/ Agency Website: https://www.baby-giant.co.uk/​ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Made-James-Honest-Creativity-Desi...

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December 1, 2023

Going Forward Episode 91 | Sharpen Your Decision-Making with Best-...

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In this episode of Going Forward we had the joy of speaking with Paul Epstein, the best-selling author of “The Power of Playing Offense” and “Better Decisions Faster”. Paul passionately believes that mastering the art of decision-making is crucial for a fulfilling life, a sentiment he considers a missed opportunity and a tragedy. He aims to...

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September 27, 2023

Going Forward Episode 89 | Build a Winning Culture with Performanc...

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Connect w/ Alan Stein Jr.: Website: https://alansteinjr.com/ Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/alansteinjr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-stein-jr/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCbxHcvzoqjfH5Ugrd0Q63Fw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alansteinjr/ Connect w/ Eric Elliott: Website: https://ericelliott.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebo...

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September 13, 2023

Going Forward Episode 88 | Reclaim Your Right To Online Privacy wi...

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In this episode of Going Forward, we sit down with entrepreneur, philanthropist, rocket scientist, and information security expert Kurt Long to discuss where our world is headed in regards to information security, and what you can do about it. Kurt Long is a visionary entrepreneur who champions the idea of 'business as a force for good' and embrace...

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August 30, 2023

Going Forward Episode 87 | Unlock the Healing Power of Sound Thera...

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In this episode of Going Forward, prepare for an enlightening conversation with Wayne Altman, founder of MelodyClouds. Wayne's sound therapy journey began when he got tinnitus in the army, only to stumble upon the only treatment that actually was able to alleviate his suffering: binaural beats. Wayne has since gone on to become an expert in all thi...

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August 16, 2023

Going Forward Episode 86 | Master the Art of Sleep and Well-Being ...

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In this episode of Going Forward, we welcome Dr. Melissa Milanak, Ph.D., a sleep expert, licensed clinical psychologist, executive consultant, and keynote speaker to discuss the true importance of sleep for individuals, particularly leaders, and entrepreneurs. In this interview, we uncover: The importance of sleep, sleep duration and quality, sleep...

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August 2, 2023

Going Forward Episode 85 | Explore the Art of Animation With Anik ...

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In this episode of Going Forward, hosted by Eric Elliott, we welcome Anik Rosenblum, the animation director and founder of Dancing Line Productions. Throughout the podcast, Anik emphasizes the importance of human creativity and emotional connection in animation, which sets it apart from AI-generated content. He also shares his company's focus on ha...

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July 19, 2023

Going Forward Episode 84 | Carve Out Your Path To Success With Bes...

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In this episode of Going Forward, hosted by Eric Elliott, we welcome Brian Will, a Serial Entrepreneur, best-selling author, and an industry-leading Business and Sales Management Consultant. During the course of his career, Brian has created or co-created seven very successful companies in four different industries. These companies were worth over ...

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July 5, 2023

Going Forward Episode 83 | Realize Your Legal Marketing Potential ...

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Welcome to the first episode of Going Forward, with Eric Elliott. Eric Elliott is a self-made entrepreneur and marketing expert with extensive experience crafting impactful brand narratives for clients across industries. He is the founder of VIP Marketing and Craft Creative. In 2009, Mr. Elliott started VIP Marketing with almost no resources. VIP n...

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June 21, 2023

The AdCast Podcast 82 – Unveil the Dark Side of Advertising ...

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Join us for an eye-opening interview as we delve into the world of advertising with acclaimed author Mark Robinson. In this captivating conversation, Mark exposes the hidden underbelly of Madison Avenue, shedding light on the dark side of the industry. Discover the shocking truths, the systemic racism, and the untold stories behind the glossy faça...

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June 7, 2023

The AdCast Podcast 81 – Prepare for the AI Marketing Revolut...

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Alex Makarski, an exceptional engineer turned marketer, has made an indelible mark on the digital advertising landscape as the Founder of clickmakers.io and Co-Founder of measurebit.com. Renowned for innovative work in digital media buying, data consulting, and progressive marketing strategies, Alex builds dynamic teams specializing in data integra...

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May 24, 2023

The AdCast Podcast 80 – Make Your Brand More Trustworthy Wit...

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Darryl Stickel is one of the world’s leading experts on trust with over twenty years experience. His Ph.D. ¨Building Trust in Hostile Environments¨ from Duke University established him as a global leader for governments, businesses and NGOs on practical approaches to building trust. Darryl has worked for Mckinsey & Company in their Toronto off...

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May 10, 2023

The AdCast Podcast 79 – Take Charge of Your Mental Health Wi...

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Tenelle O. Jones is licensed as a Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) and licensed as an Addictions Counselor (LAC). She currently works full-time as the clinician for MUSC’s Resiliency Program addressing stress, anxiety, and burnout and building individual and team resilience within various MUSC departments. She has been with MUSC for the past 5 ...

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April 26, 2023

The AdCast Podcast 78 – Build Your Dream Business with Frede...

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Fred Cary, a powerhouse entrepreneur who has founded over ten companies and amassed billions in value. Today, he is focused on helping up-and-coming entrepreneurs get on their paths for success by finding their niches and remaining confident and steadfast along the way. Fred pours all of his business knowledge into teaching the 550,000 new entrepr...

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April 12, 2023

The AdCast Podcast 77 – Enhance Your Creative Freedom with D...

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Diana Lee is the CEO and Co-founder of Constellation. After starting her career in automotive, she leveraged her experience in sales, marketing, and consulting to pioneer an innovative, tech-driven approach to the marketing industry. Utilizing our end-to-end enterprise marketing technology, she helps brands mass-automate stunning compliant creative...

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March 15, 2023

The AdCast Podcast 76 – Develop Your Brand’s Voice with Co...

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Colin Chow is a highly experienced strategic leader with a background in brand strategy, marketing, consumer insights, and innovation. He has a strong track record working with global Fortune 100 brands and high-growth startups across various industries, including tech, media & entertainment, retail, fintech, and sports. Colin is a dynamic verbal a...

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February 8, 2023

The Adcast Podcast 75 – Stand Out in the Digital Landscape W...

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Alex Kelly oversees a growth marketing team that includes paid acquisition, SEO, integrated campaigns, events, and marketing operations, working with brands including NBC Universal, Monster.com, JP Morgan, Wall Street Journal, United Airlines, and United Healthcare to create immersive content experiences, and implement modern digital marketing prog...

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January 11, 2023

The AdCast Podcast 74 – Making Food Famous with Olaf van Ger...

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Olaf van Gerwen is the co-founder and Global Creative Director of Chuck  Studios, the world’s first and only global food advertising specialist  headquartered in Amsterdam, with branches in Los Angeles, Moscow and  London. Before starting Chuck Studios, he filmed and directed over 600  commercials in 30+ countries for which he won multiple Li...

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December 18, 2022

The AdCast Podcast – Best of 2022 Special

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2022 Recap of The Adcast Podcast, hosted Eric Elliott; the Podcast for Marketers, Advertisers, and Entrepreneurs! LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: https://tiny.one/AdCastApple Spotify: https://tiny.one/AdCastSpotify Amazon Music: https://tiny.one/AdCastAmazon EPISODE LINKS EP 60: Nick Bailey - https://youtu.be/ToHmdjwfCRU EP 61: ...

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November 16, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 73 – Discussing Business Law With Attorne...

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Candice Shantell Patrick is a passionate, and highly decorated attorney and entrepreneur specializing in business and personal law. Candice founded her law firm, Shantell Law, PLLC, where she offers legal services for business, personal injury, and sports and entertainment related incidents. Candice gives each client her all--even if it means late ...

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November 2, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 72 – Unlock Your Brand’s Potential ...

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Founder and CEO of Frontify, Roger Dudler has proudly led his organization to the forefront of brand management, with a powerful and holistic cloud-based experience. Since Frontify’s beginnings in 2013, he’s been the driving force behind Frontify’s mission and vision, empowering 2,500+ brands around the world to create, thrive, and evolve. In...

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October 19, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 71 – “See Beyond Someone’s Re...

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David Bates is the founder, CEO, and Creative Director at Bokeh, a global integrated creative agency built to craft brand stories that drive connections and bridge the gap between traditional and digital media. David started Bokeh as a side-hustle when he was 22 years old and working for Google as a video producer, not too long after Bokeh’s ince...

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October 5, 2022

The Adcast Podcast 70 – Get a Grip on Entrepreneurship, With...

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CEO & Founder Erik Huberman launched Hawke Media in 2014. Now valued at over $100 million, Hawke Media is the fastest growing marketing consultancy agency in the United States. Prior to its launch, Erik successfully founded, grew, and sold two e-commerce companies by the age of 26. Erik has since continued to strategically expand his business portf...

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October 4, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 47 – The Attorney’s Attorney w/ Eth...

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Have you ever wondered where lawyers go for legal help? Look no further than South Carolina's own Barbara Seymour. As part of the firm Clawson & Staubes, Barbara assists lawyers and law firms in ensuring ethical compliance, while also handling cases involving lawyer and judicial disciplinary enforcement, Bar admission, and reinstatement. She sits d...

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September 21, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 69 – Effectively Lean Into Controversy, w...

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With the ongoing conversation around gun control, the Supreme Court’s decision on Roe v. Wade, the war in Ukraine and even the recently concluded Johnny Depp/Amber Heard civil trial, brands are under more pressure now than ever to respond to current events quickly and have the “right” opinion. Today, it’s difficult for many brands to keep u...

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September 7, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 68 – The Power of Experiential Marketing ...

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Jonathan Yaffe is the Co-Founder & CEO of AnyRoad, the leading  Experience Relationship Management (ERM) platform enabling global brands  to properly measure, scale, and implement their experiential marketing  campaigns. AnyRoad helps companies create brand loyalty, change consumer  behavior, and better understand their brand associations by pr...

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August 24, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 67 – “Starve The Noise” with ...

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Simon Leslie is the founder and CEO of Ink, a global travel media publishing and technology company that publishes 33 inflight magazines for 24 airlines worldwide. With partners like: Virgin Atlantic, United, Spirit, and Norwegian; Simon became a world record holder for the amount of inflight magazines he’s launched and published, with over 250 M...

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August 10, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 66 – Get Empowered Through Your Data with...

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Frost Li is San Francisco-based entrepreneur, software engineer, and computer scientist. She was formerly Head of Growth at Wish, and has provided consultation  to unlock and scale growth opportunities with ML and data-driven strategies   for companies like Teespring, Lyft, Pinterest,& Rappi, as well as software engineering at Twitter, Apple, & ...

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July 27, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 65 – Unmasking R. Kelly with Jim DeRogati...

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Jim DeRogatis is the man who first received the infamous R. Kelly sex  tape, breaking the story to the public. He was a music critic at the  Chicago Sun-Times in 2000 when he received an anonymous fax tipping him  off: Kelly, the tipster wrote, “had a problem with young girls.”  DeRogatis investigated that tip and found that multiple lawsui...

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July 13, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 64 – Get Out of Your Own Way with Gina Mi...

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Gina Michnowicz is CEO and Executive Creative Director of The Craftsman Agency, where she focuses on creating magical moments through custom experiential marketing and immersive storytelling for B2B and B2C brands. With past clients including Cisco, Disney, Paramount, and Microsoft, Gina has led projects from concept to delivery of immersive digita...

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July 6, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 63 – Revolutionize Your Online Marketing ...

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Kyle Jepson is the Sr. Inbound Professor at HubSpot. He teaches free online courses at HubSpot Academy, the worldwide leader in inbound marketing and sales education. He has created certification courses on inbound sales, sales enablement, sales management, and HubSpot’s sales software. He also makes tutorials and new feature update videos for Hu...

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June 8, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 62 – Cutting The Fluff with Kezia Israel ...

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Kezia Israel is the Owner and Verbal Identity Strategist at Kizkopop™, a Newark, NJ-based company that simplifies jargon-filled messages for FinTech brands to achieve clear communication without confusion. Growing up in her home country of Jamaica, Kezia always had a natural affinity for the visual arts by expressing herself through the medium of...

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May 25, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 61 – Dissolving Illusions with David Bate...

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David Bates is the founder, CEO, and Creative Director at Bokeh, a global integrated creative agency built to craft brand stories that drive connections and bridge the gap between traditional and digital media. David started Bokeh as a side-hustle when he was 22 years old and working for Google as a video producer, not too long after Bokeh’s ince...

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May 4, 2022

The Adcast Podcast 60 – “Creativity Demands Courage...

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Based in the Netherlands, Nick Bailey is a highly decorated creative strategist and digital marketing expert. Named by Adweek in 2011 as one of the world's top 10 creative minds in digital, Nick has held strategic and creative leadership positions at AKQA, Isobar, and DigitasLBi, and picked up over 100 international awards along the way. In 2018, N...

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April 20, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 59 – Tap The Table with Ryan Baggott

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Ryan Baggott is a Digital Marketing expert with over a decade of digital marketing, social media, and content creation experience. Based in the Hilton Head Island/Savannah area, there is no other consultant who has generated more sales, leads, engagements, or video views in the social media industry. In 2020, Ryan released his revolutionary app cal...

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April 6, 2022

The AdCast Podcast 58 – “Go Luck Yourself” with ...

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Andy Nairn is one of the world's most respected brand strategists, and the co-founder of one of the UK's most successful creative agencies: Lucky Generals. Named after Napoleon's famous quote "I would rather have a general who was lucky than one who was good", the agency has more than lived up to its name, securing work with Amazon, Virgin Atlantic...

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January 5, 2022

The AdCast Podcast – Best of 2021 Special

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IN THIS EPISODE In 2021 The AdCast Podcast had some milestone episodes and insightful interviews with some hard hitting guests, and in this special episode we wanted to give you our best moments of the year! Enjoy. ABOUT VIP MARKETING VIP Marketing is a digital advertising agency based in Charleston, SC. Our mission is to separate our clients from ...

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November 10, 2021

The AdCast Podcast 57 – With Blair Enns “The Professor...

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Blair Enns is the founder and CEO of Win Without Pitching, the sales training and coaching program for creative professionals. Since founding Win Without Pitching in 2001 (as a consulting practice, initially), Blair has advised hundreds of design firms, advertising agencies and other creative practices on six continents on how to deprogram themselv...

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August 25, 2021

The AdCast Podcast 56 – “The Power of Pinterest”...

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On todays episode we are going to spend some time with Pinterest.  Our Guest, Lindsay Shearer is a "Serial Entrepreneur" & traffic generation specialist who has helped businesses scale from 6 to 9 figures in sales per month using only Pinterest Some of the topics discussed are: When is Pinterest the best avenue for your social presence? What kind ...

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August 11, 2021

The AdCast Podcast 55 – A Game Changing Decision with Marlon...

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It's a great day for NCAA players, but it's an even better day to be a listener of The AdCast Podcast. Because we welcome our first return guest, SC State Senator Marlon Kimpson. He is back to speak with us about the new ruling that allows NCAA players to earn money off of their name and likeness for the first time ever. It's a historic decision th...

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June 17, 2021

The AdCast Podcast 54 – Creating Musical Signatures with Car...

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It's one thing to say what you do, but it's another thing to sing it. We invited "The Jingle Dude" Cary Reich to the AdCast Podcast to talk about the effect that a musical signature can have on your business. We go over the effectiveness of jingles, and the creative impression they leave on their respective markets. Stay tuned a for a conversation ...

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May 27, 2021

The AdCast Podcast 53 – Content is King with Verblio’s...

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The need for content in today's world is at an all time high. Many businesses understand the importance of providing relevant, relatable content to their audience. But what do you do when your business needs outweigh your ability to produce high quality content? The answer is simple, hire a professional. That's the philosophy behind Verblio, The bl...

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April 29, 2021

The AdCast Podcast 52 – The Futur is Here with Chris Do

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If you've never listened to an episode of The AdCast then this is the one to start. We talk with the one and only Chris Do. Chris Do is an Emmy award-winning designer, director, CEO and Chief Strategist of Blind and the founder of The Futur—an online education platform with the mission of teaching 1 billion people how to make a living doing what ...

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April 28, 2021

The AdCast Podcast 4 – Law Firm Marketing with Ken Harrell (...

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Welcome to the episode 4 of the AD Cast : The Podcast for Marketers and Advertisers. Host Eric Elliott speaks with Attorney Ken Harrell from the Joye Law Firm, a Personal Injury Law Firm based out of South Carolina. They speak about: Personal Injury Lawyer Advertising Doing what is right by the Profession How much law firm marketing has change...

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February 24, 2021

The AdCast Podcast 51 – Your Business is His Business w/ Bar...

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The AdCast Podcast Episode 51, with Eric Elliott and Barrett Brewer Connect w/ Barrett Brewer: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrett-brewer-1aa0167/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/barrettbrewer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Barrett.Brewer.BizLaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewerlawfirmsc/ Connect w/ Eric Elliott: Website: htt...

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February 10, 2021

The AdCast Podcast 50 – The Millionaire Maker w/ PILMMA Pres...

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You don't just stumble into a moniker like "The Millionaire Maker" by accident. Serving for over 35 years as a trusted personal injury attorney, Ken Hardison developed the law firm management and marketing strategies that would ultimately lead to him founding PILMMA, the Personal Injury Lawyers Marketing and Management Association. Through PILMMA, ...

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February 3, 2021

The AdCast Podcast 49 – Growing Your People w/ Culture Consu...

54mins

How many times are you willing to do something wrong in order to figure out the right way? Today's guest on the AdCast, Arnie Malham, explains to host, Eric Elliott, and the rest of us that sometimes it can take years of doing the wrong thing to finally lead to the right. In fact, Arnie literally wrote the book on it. Speaking of books, make sure t...

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January 27, 2021

The AdCast Podcast 48 – The CEO Lawyer w/ Ali Awad

49mins

Today's AdCast guest is Ali Awad, known to many as "The CEO Lawyer." One would think that running an 8-figure Personal Injury Law Firm would be enough of an achievement, but this law firm is only one of Awad's numerous successful business ventures. Our host, Eric Elliott, sits down with Ali to discuss a multitude of topics, covering practicing law,...

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December 30, 2020

The AdCast BONUS Episode – Best Moments of 2020

29mins

What a crazy year 2020 has been. In a year that began with the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and also saw growing protests in the streets amid the deadly outbreak of Covid-19, we experienced our share of tragedies. Even so, we also saw some good come out of all this, and as luck would have it, The AdCast continues to truck along. As we all continue...

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November 18, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 46 – Continuing Legal Education w/ Attorn...

35mins

In today's live version of the AdCast, Eric Elliott has a conversation with Founder and Owner of Bailey Law Firm, Tyler Bailey. Tyler takes us through his journey from athlete, to entrepreneur, to attorney and gives us a look into his philosophy and what drives him. His firm helps people throughout the state of South Carolina handle their Personal ...

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November 4, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 45 – Beyond the Brand w/ Digital Marketin...

53mins

In today's AdCast, our host Eric Elliott delves into the mind of a true expert in the field of digital marketing and advertising, Paul Potratz. As owner of Potratz Partners Advertising, Paul brings his experiences and understand of the marketing industry to share with us. How have advertising agencies changed over the years? How is the industry evo...

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October 21, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 44 – The 3rd Party with Presidential Cand...

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In today's Ad Cast, we're getting political, but probably not how you expect. Eric Elliott sits down with 2020 Presidential candidate, Jade Simmons, to discuss several of her many talents. From music to politics to speaking arrangements to writing books, Jade works to spread her uplifting message of audacity and transformation. We'll dive right int...

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October 7, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 43 – Faith, Forgiveness, and Unity w/ Chr...

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In today's AdCast, Eric Elliott talks with former professional baseball player, speaker, and ordained minister, Chris Singleton. Through his experiences in diversity, inclusion, and race reconciliation, Chris is able to share his singular point of view on unity and overcoming adversity.  After losing his mother, Rev. Sharonda Coleman-Singleton, fr...

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September 23, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 42 – Making the Right Moves w/ Agency Con...

49mins

In today's AdCast, Eric Elliott talks with Agency Owner and Consultant Drew McLellan about agency life what it means to run the business behind your business. Drew boasts over 30 years in the marketing agency world. Whether he's working with companies through McLellan Marketing Group or with agencies through the Agency Management Institute, Drew st...

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September 9, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 41 – Blazing Your Own Path with Attorney ...

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In today's AdCast, Eric Elliott sits down with Attorney Belashia Wallace to discuss family, friendship, leadership, and what it means for her to get up every day and do what she does. As the head of the Wallace Law Firm, PLLC, Belashia shares her story of how a young black female came to lead a law practice that now spans four different Texas marke...

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August 26, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 40 – Lessons in Leadership with Perry Nob...

49mins

Perry Noble, pastor of Second Chance Church and former pastor of NewSpring Church.  Not only does Noble has nearly 60k followers on Instagram, but he has even more fans offline. He's a father, author, health enthusiast, and lover of the Lord.  Perry Noble sits down with Eric Elliott to talk lessons in leadership in the latest AdCast.  Connect ...

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August 19, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 39 – Binge-Worthy Branding w/ Sterling Mc...

48mins

Your brand has to be binge-worthy. You have to create an experience that’s so intoxicating, that customers come back to you again and again.  In his book, Binge-Worthy Branding: Build Customer Loyalty Using AI and Personalization Like Amazon, Netflix, and Starbucks, Sterling McKinley breaks down stories of Amazon, Netflix, and Starbucks; how the...

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August 12, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 38 – Embracing Change & Overcoming A...

50mins

IN THIS EPISODE: We speak with restaurateurs Wade Boals & Brett Yearout. Together, they have created some of the most memorable and iconic dining experiences in the Charleston area. We talk about restaurants adapting to a post-Covid world and knowing what success looks like. That and much more on this episode of the Ad Cast. ABOUT VIP MARKETING VIP...

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August 5, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 37 – Advertising with Authenticity with t...

53mins

In this episode, we speak with attorneys Jany Martinez-Ward and Greg Ward of the Ward Law Group, based in Miami, Florida. They offer some fantastic insights on how you can set yourself apart from the crowd with just a simple concept. Authenticity. Wonder how that works? Then listen in to this episode of the Adcast! Connect w/ The Ward Law Group: We...

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July 29, 2020

The AdCast Rewind – Personal Injury Law Firms PT 2 w/ Attorn...

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In this episode: This edition of Ad Cast Rewind is jam packed with a ton of information about what it takes to grow a law firm to great success, and stay top of mind for potential clients. We speak with Mr. George Sink of George Sink PA, Injury Lawyers with offices located in South Carolina and Georgia. He speaks about his early days as a teacher i...

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July 22, 2020

The AdCast Rewind – Personal Injury Law Firms PT 1 w/ Attorn...

31mins

In this episode: This edition of Ad Cast Rewind is jam packed with a ton of information about what it takes to grow a law firm to great success, and stay top of mind for potential clients. We speak with Mr. George Sink of George Sink PA, Injury Lawyers with offices located in South Carolina and Georgia. He speaks about his early days as a teacher i...

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July 15, 2020

The AdCast Rewind – Law Firm Marketing with Attorney Ken Har...

30mins

This is PART 2 of 2 In This Episode: Welcome to this AD Cast Rewind where Eric speaks with Attorney Ken Harrell from the Joye Law Firm, a Personal Injury Law Firm based out of South Carolina. Topics Discussed: Personal Injury Lawyer Advertising Doing what is right by the Profession How much law firm marketing has changed in the last 5 years ...

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July 8, 2020

The AdCast Rewind – Law Firm Marketing with Attorney Ken Har...

26mins

In This Episode: Welcome to this AD Cast Rewind where Eric speaks with Attorney Ken Harrell from the Joye Law Firm, a Personal Injury Law Firm based out of South Carolina. Topics Discussed: Personal Injury Lawyer Advertising Doing what is right by the Profession How much law firm marketing has changed in the last 5 years The challenges and opp...

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July 1, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 36 – Multicultural Marketing with Wil She...

42mins

In this episode: We speak with Wil Shelton, President & CEO of Wil Power Integrated Marketing about the importance of Multicultural Marketing and you don't wan't your business to miss the boat when it comes to reaching as many people as possible. ABOUT VIP MARKETING VIP Marketing is a digital advertising agency based in Charleston, SC. Our mission ...

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June 24, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 35 – Changing with the Times

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In this episode:  We speak with PJ Browning ,  The President and Publisher of the Pulitzer Winning Newspaper The Post and Courier.  We discuss how news media has changed and how traditional forms of media can adapt to new media. ABOUT VIP MARKETING VIP Marketing is a digital advertising agency based in Charleston, SC. Our mission is to separate ...

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June 10, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 34 – Let’s talk ad spend.

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IN THIS EPISODE: There's a difference in spending $5,000 on Television and $5,000 on Social Media and in this episode of the Ad Cast we go in depth to show you that difference. Listen to this week's episode to learn more. ABOUT VIP MARKETING VIP Marketing is a digital advertising agency based in Charleston, SC. Our mission is to separate our client...

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June 3, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 33 – Come Out on Top

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IN THIS EPISODE: Many businesses have learned some valuable lessons from the Covid-19 Pandemic of 2020, and one of the most important lessons is to always be prepared. So the next time our economy faces a setback will your business be ready? ABOUT VIP MARKETING VIP Marketing is a digital advertising agency based in Charleston, SC. Our mission is to...

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May 27, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 32 – Let’s Talk Social with Annika ...

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In this episode: We speak with Social Media Content Coach Annika Kraft about the new trends in social media you should be aware of and how to take advantage of them for your business. ABOUT VIP MARKETING AND ADVERTISING VIP Marketing and Advertising is an integrated advertising agency based in Charleston, SC. Our mission is to differentiate our cli...

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May 20, 2020

The AdCast Rewind – The Key to Success

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In this episode: This AdCast Rewind is all about what it takes to have a successful agency/client relationship. So for both business owners and agency principles this is a must listen. A client/agency relationship is just that... a relationship. Like any relationship it takes effort on both parties to make this a successful partnership. If you're w...

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May 13, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 31 – COVID 19 SPECIAL

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In this episode:  We speak with biohazard clean up expert Scott DeMalteris of Lightning Restoration in Florida about the number 1 subject on everyone's mind these days....Covid-19.   Now that business are opening back up, how can you keep your business space safe for your employees and customers?   Find out in this week's episode.   About Light...

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May 6, 2020

The AdCast Podcast Rewind – Niche Marketing with Accountant ...

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In this week's Ad Cast Rewind we bring you episodes 16 and 17 of our former podcast, which was called Your Daily Development...So don't be confused when Eric refers to the podcast by that name. We'll be back next week with an all new episode. Enjoy! In this episode: We speak with Jason Blumer of Blumer & Associates CPAs (Parts 1 & 2) about niche ma...

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May 1, 2020

The AdCast Podcast 17 – SEO Workshop with Jason Hennessey

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In this Episode: Consultant Jason Hennessey joins The AdCast to talk about SEO from top to bottom. What is SEO? SEO stands for “search engine optimization.” It is the process of getting traffic from the “free,” “organic,” “editorial” or “natural” search results on search engines. This episode, like most is a must listen, especia...

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