In this episode of "Bad Decisions with Jim Banks," Jim invites Jason Barnard, the Brand SERPs guy known for his striking red shirts, to discuss the significance of documented processes and personal branding in business success.
Tune in to learn from their collective experience in digital marketing and company management.
- Discover why written processes are vital for business continuity and how they maintain flexibility to accommodate smart entrepreneurial input.
- Hear Jason’s insights on automating processes using machine learning at Kalikube Pro, aiming to double client capacity while reducing manual work.
- Learn about the importance of documented systems in ensuring quality and effective operations, especially in the dynamic online business landscape.
- Get Jason Barnard's perspective on separating personal identity from company branding and how this distinction can impact Google search results and reputation.
- Understand the role of personal branding in standing out, with quirky tidbits from Jim's affinity for bow ties to Jason's signature red shirt and their journeys from past careers to SEO experts.
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00:00 Changing clothes, gig, Manu Chao's shirt story.
04:30 25 years musician turned digital marketing SEO.
07:43 Google aims to promote authoritative sites, despite changes.
12:49 Received negative feedback, challenges in maintaining brand image.
15:14 Transformation from individual to CEO, delegating responsibility.
17:55 Focus on all aspects of business for success.
20:50 Team helps keep me focused and productive.
23:40 Elisa leads Kalikube Pro, solving digital marketing.
27:21 Leading and managing teams is challenging yet rewarding.
31:00 Remaining flexible in updating outdated processes constantly.
35:42 End in mind, never stop thinking, work.
36:53 Mission: Simplify digital presence through confidence and control.
39:56 Reconnecting at a school reunion is cathartic.
44:45 Thanks for listening, please leave a review.
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