Archive 3: 2018-2020
740: Use Your Book to Land Local Clients, Build a Local Media Asset, Consistently Post on Social Media and Create a Delegated Business

Robert Plank shares an amazing story on how he started and grew, and tells us his forefront tips, techniques, and ventures on how he keeps his businesses on top of their games but still living his best life. He also talks about how he manages his own Local Media Asset and leverages posting of Memes to attract attention and engagement in his local media facebook page.
Robert Plank is a former computer programmer and he started doing Freelance computer programming and eventually explored creating information products, PDFs, and videos on how to become a computer programmer. From all these products, he navigated into building a list of people and asking them their specific interests- things like website templates, sales letter templates, membership plugins, backup plugins he went out there to network and market his products on podcast shows and in return inviting these hosts to his own podcast.
He is a book author. He leverages his books as a marketing tool and proof of concept to land some clients he wants to go after, when he has an existing business/project that he has to promote, or he just wants to get his name out there and his business to be known.
His Local Media Asset Facebook Page is called Local Turlock. He followed the step-by-step process of LMA and created a Facebook Page as a news and events site and post to it everyday about interesting news and events happening in Turlock.
In between these serious news & links, and significant events, there are these things called Memes which are comedic graphics or funny phrases with pictures, or screen grabs from movies paired with catchphrases that are spread in the internet. This normally catches the attention of readers and they end up engaging by liking or commenting on your post.
If a Facebook page gets a lot of engagement and responses, Facebook shows more content of the page to people especially those top fans who actively likes, comments, or engages to the page’s posts.
Robert Plank offers a social content posting service, DFY LMA which stands for Done For you Local Media Assets wherein his team updates your Local Media Asset Pages (Facebook, Website, Instagram) every weekday. His team will be granted guest access to the LMA Pages (Facebook, Instagram, or Website) and post to the page everyday to keep the page updated and running to allow you to focus on more important and money-making tasks. The link to go is DFYLMA.COM
His tips to get his business on top of the game is to find out what you want to accomplish in your business and get into the mindset of getting excited to do it. He also invests on outsourcing people to get certain tasks done for him that he doesn’t like doing or has no time doing and in result he could focus more on much more important things. He also makes sure to go out there and be on podcast shows and also these people be in his own podcast. This way, he could advertise his products, services, and businesses on the line.
When it comes to his personal life, he makes sure to be living his best life. He engages in his hobbies, he gets quality sleep, he allows himself to unplug from work and just go out for a walk or exercise, and he teams with his wife running the house, and taking care of their new-born. Doing all these things while running his businesses.
Quotes
“At some point you have to get yourself out there, even though it's awkward, you have to create the YouTube videos, make the blog posts, do the live streams, get on the webinars, get on the podcast.”
“You can even create a book with nothing on the inside; a short book can still open doors and establish credibility.”
“Sometimes you have to figure out a way to generate excitement on demand, even for a few minutes, to get important work done.”
“Hiring someone who makes you money is the best way to overcome hesitation; even a break-even employee is building your business for free.”
Resources
- Done For You Local Media Assets: What If Your Facebook Page & Website Ran On Its Own?
- Local Turlock: Local Turlock Media
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739: Solve, Systematize, Scale: Build an Online Business, Monetize Your Existing Skills, and Master Time Management with Dr. Mike Woo-Ming

Dr. Mike Woo-Ming is a physician strategist, online health influencer, and medical practice owner. He has built multiple successful businesses, including an information product business during his medical residency and his current medical clinic and med spa. Today, Dr. Mike talks about his entrepreneurial career, sharing insights on balancing multiple income streams, building a team, and overcoming the common mistakes he sees doctors make when starting their own businesses. He also talks about his upcoming book, "The Positioned Physician," and his chapter in the book "Level Up."
In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Dr. Woo-Ming shares strategies for managing multiple businesses, scaling operations, and building passive income streams while maintaining productivity and focus. He emphasizes the importance of assembling talented teams, delegating tasks, and knowing the financial metrics of each venture. He advises entrepreneurs—especially physicians—against inaction and micromanagement, advocating for experimentation, outsourcing expertise, and taking calculated risks. Key resources mentioned include his consulting and courses at BootstrapMD.com, his contribution to the book Level Up, and his forthcoming book The Physician Physician, which provide deeper insights into entrepreneurship for healthcare professionals and beyond.
Quotes
“I realized that I’m unemployable, and that led me to figure out how to take my knowledge and get paid for it on my own time without substituting time for money.”
“Most doctors say they don’t have time, but if you really want it, you’ll make the time. Motivation is everything.”
“The biggest mistakes I see are inaction and trying to do everything yourself. Put your ego aside and let experts handle what they do best.”
“Find great talent, empower them to be independent, and focus your control on the big picture and the numbers—this is how you scale and grow.”
Resources
- BootStrapMD: The future belongs to bold thinkers. Will you be the physician who breaks boundaries, builds businesses, and achieves autonomy?
- Connect with Mike Woo-Ming MD MPH on LinkedIn
- Get a copy of The Positioned Physician - Updated Edition: Earn More, Work Smart, and Love Medicine Again by Michael Woo-Ming MD MPH on Amazon
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738: Get Consistent on Content Creation, Break Through the Confusion, and Create a Digital Marketing Plan with Marty McDonald

Marty McDonald is the Co-Founder and CEO at Bad Rhino Inc., a full-service social media marketing agency based in West Chester, Pa. Since 2002, Marty has consulted with small businesses and startups to help them succeed online.
Bad Rhino is a full-service social media marketing and digital agency that was founded in 2011. Today, services clients locally, nationally, and globally. One of the reasons that Bad Rhino has grown to be so successful so quickly is due to their ability to develop truly unique and highly customized strategies that create incredible exposure for their clients’ businesses.
Their full-service approach means they not only create these amazing strategies and plans, but they also implement them and manage them day to day, including delivering messages to their customers.
In this episode of Marketer of the Day, McDonald discusses his approach to helping businesses navigate content creation and digital marketing, particularly during the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. He highlights the importance of auditing existing content, starting with fundamentals, and creating actionable strategies that align with client goals. McDonald explains how his agency supports clients with services including social media management, paid ads, SEO, web design, video, and graphic design. He stresses the value of flexibility, empathy, and revisiting past work for inspiration or reuse. Notable projects and resources mentioned include revamping client campaigns, adapting marketing strategies during quarantine, and the long-term practice of documenting marketing ideas for future use.
Quotes
“The confusion comes from having all these tools at your fingertips, but not knowing where to start. Start with a strategy and an audit, then peel back what you have and make it work for you.”
“You don’t have to start from scratch. Even content from two years ago—or 12 years ago—can be updated, revised, and made relevant today.”
“Most clients don’t have the time to do it themselves. Our job is to take the overwhelm off their plate and build actionable strategies that get results.”
“Don’t wait until a crisis hits to check your processes, insurance, and team health. Being proactive makes you more resilient when the unexpected happens.”
Resources
- Bad Rhino: We Do Digital Marketing So You Don’t Have To
- Connect with Marty McDonald on LinkedIn
- Learn more about Bad Rhino by emailing them at info@badrhinoinc.com
- 179: Strategic Content and Advertising: Increase Social Media Presence with Marty McDonald (Previous appearance)
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737: Industrial Strength Marketing: How to Brand, Modernize, and Grow Your Manufacturing, Distribution, or Workforce Recruiting Business with James Soto

James Soto is a three-time Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company leader, keynote speaker, and recognized contributor to Fabtech, HubSpot, Modern Machine Shop, Mashable, and LinkedIn events, as well as the host of Industrial Strength Marketing on YouTube, where he shares marketing insights that help industrials make marketing the strength of their business.
As Founder and CEO of Industrial Marketing Agency, one of North America’s top marketing agencies, James has worked with major B2B and industrial brands such as Motion Industries, Schneider Electric, ABB Baldor, SKF, Coats, Hunter Fan, NIST, PAM Transport, ASME, and Manufacturing USA.
In this episode of Marketer of the Day, James Soto discusses his current work with industrial clients and how his agency helps manufacturers improve branding, marketing strategy, and customer engagement. He emphasizes the importance of being of service, creating inspiring content, and leveraging empathy to connect with buyers and employees. Soto highlights Manufacturing Day as a notable project that has grown to thousands of events, millions of viewers, and widespread industry recognition. He encourages industrial companies to adopt modern marketing practices, embrace digital channels, and measure readiness through tools like the Marketing Readiness Assessment. Soto underscores that industrial marketers have a unique opportunity to tell the story of the products they design and manufacture, showing how these innovations shape the world.
Quotes
“Industrial marketing is different because it involves interdependent products and long decision-making cycles. One wrong part in a supply chain can create huge problems.”
“Marketing in the industrial sector is often missing or mismanaged. Leadership has to recognize that marketing is critical for staying competitive.”
“Industrial companies need to focus on being of service and creating inspiring work. They have deep knowledge and can tell their story better than anyone else.”
“Open your mind. Look at other industries, other marketing approaches, and think about how you can modernize your strategy to remain relevant.”
Resources
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736: Outsource School: Crack the VA Code with Podcast Outreach, Lead Generation, and Implement Standard Operating Procedures for Predictable Online Income with Nate Hirsch

Nathan Hirsch is a 30 year old entrepreneur that's been scaling businesses since 2009. Nathan's first business, Portlight, sold over $30 million in sales through Amazon. Nathan then co-founded FreeeUp.com with an initial $5,000 investment in 2015, scaled it to $12M per year in revenue, and it was acquired in 2019.
Hirsch also highlights SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) systems, including a video-based tool that allows easy updates and delegation without recreating entire tutorials. The approach ensures business operations can run independently of the owner, making the company scalable and sellable. He stresses accountability, cultural alignment, and personal discipline—entrepreneurs still need to engage in high-value tasks while delegating the rest. Hirsch shares strategies for organic marketing, structured time management, and productivity tools like Wordboard and Text Expander, which automate repetitive communication.
The episode focuses on creating a business that is both self-sustaining and growth-oriented, reducing burnout while maximizing efficiency through systems and effective delegation.
Quotes
“If you don’t know what to do with a virtual assistant after the fact, it doesn’t do you much good. Cracking the VA Code teaches you interviewing, onboarding, training, and managing.”
“Give your VAs ownership of the SOPs. Let them keep it updated. That’s how a business can run without you and be scalable.”
“Focus on spending your time on things you’re best at. Don’t waste it becoming good at what you’re bad at.”
“Organic marketing systems can run without you. VAs handle the bulk of research, outreach, and follow-up. You just show up for the critical touchpoints.”
Resources
- Outsource School: Want Better Virtual Assistants?
- Connect with Nathan Hirsch on LinkedIn
- (Previous Appearances)
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735: The Money Nerve: Conquer Money Shame and Make Better Financial Decisions with Bob Wheeler

Robert Wheeler, Financial Expert & Motivator, Book Author, is the founder of The Money Nerve. Bob helps listeners conquer their money shame and avoid making poor financial decisions by teaching how emotions can dictate our choices.
In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Wheeler explores techniques to develop a healthy relationship with money, including small, actionable steps for managing finances and addressing emotional blocks. He shares insights from his book The Money Nerve and online resources at themoneynerve.com, highlighting workshops, courses, and practical tools to improve money management, investing, and business finances. Key takeaways include examining personal money history, leveraging fear as a motivator, making incremental progress toward financial goals, and approaching money with curiosity and joy rather than shame. Wheeler also draws parallels between his hobbies—like mountain climbing, kickboxing, and stand-up comedy—and financial growth, emphasizing discipline, risk-taking, and self-responsibility.
Quotes
“Start by understanding your money history—your childhood experiences shape your choices today, but you can break those patterns.”
“Fear is a great motivator. Use it to propel yourself toward conscious financial decisions rather than letting it hold you back.”
“Money isn’t just numbers—it’s opportunities to travel, to give, to grow. Your relationship with it can be joyful, if you allow it.”
“Be willing to be uncomfortable, be willing not to know, and be willing to ask stupid questions—jump into the arena and have fun.”
Resources
- The Money Nerve: Be the one who changes the financial story for your family
- Connect with Bob Wheeler on LinkedIn
- Get a copy of The Money Nerve: Navigating the Emotions of Money by Bob Wheeler
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734: Dreams, Goals, Fears & Success: Build a Thriving Business with Platform University Dean John Meese

John Meese is the Dean of Platform University. John leads a team focused on simplifying online marketing for professionals and runs three successful businesses (including a coworking space that is walking distance from his house). John’s passion is teaching entrepreneurs and busy professionals how to systemize their business and build an engaged online audience.
In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Meese shares strategies for adapting businesses during crises, such as shifting in-person services online and leveraging digital platforms to reach audiences. He highlights the importance of building blogs, email lists, YouTube channels, and social media presence as essential tools for survival and growth. Meese also details his recent project of producing 30 consecutive days of instructional videos to help entrepreneurs expand their reach, and he discusses the offerings of Platform University, including step-by-step curriculum, digital product creation, and a $1 trial for new students. Key takeaways include focusing on solving real problems, using online platforms to maintain engagement, and prioritizing audience needs over trends. Resources and courses are available at platformuniversity.com and johnmeese.com.
Quotes
“It doesn’t matter what you’re selling; it matters who you’re trying to serve. Focus on their problems, and the solutions become clear.”
“Your business is only as strong as the relationships you build and the problems you help solve for real people.”
“Now is the time to build an online presence—blogs, email lists, YouTube channels—because it’s no longer optional; it’s an insurance policy for your business.”
“What we’re selling isn’t just a product; it’s the solution to someone’s problem. If it is, how dare we keep it from them?”
Resources
- Platform University: Build an Engaged Online Audience From Scratch
- John Meese: Sell Your Smarts Without Sacrificing Your Soul
- Connect with John Meese through his email: hey@johnmeese.com
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733: Duct Tape Marketing: Make Consistent Daily Progress Through Introspection and Consistent Focused Action with John Jantsch

John Jantsch is a marketing consultant, speaker, and the author of several books, including "Duct Tape Marketing," "The Referral Engine," "Duct Tape Selling," and "SEO for Growth." He also hosts a weekly podcast called "The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast," which he has been doing since 2005. Today, John talks about the importance of having a morning routine and taking time for reflection and introspection, especially during challenging times.
In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Jantsch shares insights on how small business owners can thrive through thoughtful focus, customer-centric strategies, and efficient marketing systems. He emphasizes concentrating on the top 20% of ideal clients, adding genuine value, and avoiding distractions from shallow trends or overloaded social channels. Jantsch Duct Tape Marketing system guides businesses to gain clarity, control, and confidence, integrating tactics like SEO, content, and digital strategy into a cohesive framework. Key takeaways include the power of daily reflection, the importance of building strong customer relationships, and approaching marketing with strategic intent rather than chasing every new tool. His resources, books, and consultant network are available at ducttapemarketing.com.
Quotes
“Start sharing your gifts now. Don’t bring apologies; bring you, unfinished as you are.”
“Focus on the 20% of your best ideal customers and find ways to serve them in ways that really blow them away.”
“Our job as marketers is not to understand the tools; it’s to understand how those tools can guide the customer on the journey they want to take.”
“Stop regurgitating information. Ask yourself: Is what I’m doing adding value or enhancing the relationship?”
Resources
- Duct Tape Marketing: Increase Revenue and Profits with a Simple & Proven Marketing System.
- Connect with John Jantsch on LinkedIn
- Subscribe to The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast hosted by John Jantsch on Apple Podcasts
- Get a copy of Duct Tape Marketing Revised and Updated: The World's Most Practical Small Business Marketing Guide by John Jantsch on Amazon
- Get a copy of Duct Tape Selling: Think Like a Marketer - Sell Like a Superstar by John Jantsch on Amazon
- Get a copy of The Referral Engine: Teaching Your Business to Market Itself by John Jantsch on Amazon
- Get a copy of SEO for Growth: The Ultimate Guide for Marketers, Web Designers & Entrepreneurs by John Jantsch & Phil Singleton on Amazon
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732: B2B Lead Generation Through LinkedIn with JC Granger

JC Granger is the founder of Infinity Marketing Group, a digital marketing agency specializing in the B2B tech industry. With over 20 years of experience in the field, JC has honed his expertise in lead generation strategies, particularly through the use of LinkedIn. Today, JC talks about the importance of immediate lead generation during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the effectiveness of direct outreach on LinkedIn.
In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Granger discusses his current work in LinkedIn-based lead generation, where his team uses Sales Navigator, automated drip campaigns, and manual follow-ups to deliver sales-qualified leads. He emphasizes maintaining marketing budgets during economic downturns, creating pre-recorded software demo libraries for efficient prospect engagement, and prioritizing targeted personalization over broad, untargeted campaigns. Key takeaways include focusing on immediate results through LinkedIn, email marketing, and paid ads, while using thoughtful personalization and strategic targeting to maximize ROI. Granger also highlights a forthcoming guide on the top five mistakes in LinkedIn prospecting and ways to fix them, available via the Infinity Marketing Group website.
Quotes
“We will lead the horse to water, and we will put its head down to the water, and then all you have to do is apply suction.”
“You never cut your marketing budget if you can avoid it; cutting marketing is basically giving yourself a death sentence.”
“Most people are only looking to solve one to three problems, so slice your demo into clips for the features that really matter to them.”
“Personalize as much as possible, even if half of your process is automated, because people respond to authenticity and relevance.”
Resources
- Infinity Marketing Growth: Your Revenue Growth Partner. We Help B2B Tech Companies Scale!
- Connect with JC Granger on LinkedIn
- Send your inquiries through his email: info@infinitymgroup.com
- You can call at phone: 303-834-7344
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731: Thrive Under Fire: Turn Difficult Customers into Business Success And Conquer Your Inner Demons with John Faisandier

John Faisandier is an expert in emotional management and the founder of Thrive Under Fire (TUF), a training program that helps people, especially those in high-stress professions like veterinary medicine, learn to navigate difficult emotions and challenging situations. As an author and trainer, John has dedicated his career to teaching thousands of people in various countries the skills to manage their own emotions and those of others. Today, John discusses the contagious nature of emotions and how they can significantly impact our lives, both personally and professionally.
In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Faisandier explains techniques for thriving under pressure, such as deep breathing, naming emotions, and using perspective to reduce catastrophizing. He illustrates these methods with personal stories, showing how taking a moment to recognize frustration can prevent escalation and improve communication. Faisandier also describes his work with veterinarians, offering training and resources to help them manage both client and staff emotions in high-stress clinics. Listeners can access a special report and further training at tuf.ac for veterinarians or tuf.co.nz for general emotional management resources.
Quotes
“Emotions are contagious. You don’t have to be a victim to them—you can learn to manage them better than you do.”
“Name your feelings without judging them. It activates the rational part of your brain and helps you respond instead of react.”
“Frustration in the moment rarely comes from the person in front of you—it’s often a cumulative response from past experiences. Acknowledge it, and it loses its power.”
“Giving yourself perspective and self-compassion is key. What seems overwhelming now will look small when you see it in the context of your whole life.”
Resources
- Join Thriving Under Fire - Managing Emotions at Work on Facebook Group
- TUF: TUF training provides the skills to handle difficult situations with confidence.
- Connect with John Faisandier on LinkedIn
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