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    Interview with Bridget Ayers, GSW Consulting

    July 11th, 2009 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Podcasts | 6 Comments

    On Friday’s episode of North San Diego Business @Large I interviewed Bridget Ayers of GSW Consulting. Bridget was very gracious with her time, and knowledge.
    Much of the hour we spent together we discussed Twitter and it’s place in our overall marketing strategy. Right now, Twitter is experiencing a leveling out after the dramatic growth in [...]

     
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    North San Diego Business @Large Podcast

    June 20th, 2009 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Podcasts | 1 Comment

    On Friday, June 19, 2009 Lisa Bentson, Leads Club Inc., and I discussed low cost marketing strategies and networking tips.

     
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    We talked about the different types of business networking opportunities various organizations provide. We also discussed follow up strategies. One strategy Lisa and I agree on is the use of handwritten notes.  Here’s a shameless plug [...]

    North San Diego Business At Large May 2009 Episodes

    June 4th, 2009 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Podcasts | 1 Comment

    These are the episode audios from May 2009’s North San Diego Business @Large. Enjoy
    May 1, 2009 Internet Marketing Basics with Peter Robinson, Keys to Business Success, Tenants Rights, Med2.0
    May 8, 2009 Twitter For Business, Tech Talk, 12 Keys to Business Success
    May 15, 2009 Getting Your Marketing Message Heard, Keys To Business Success
    May 29, 2009 Creating [...]

     
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    icon for podpress  Creating Passive Income For Your Business [58:22m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (26)

    Building A Million Dollar Database with Michelle Bergquist

    June 3rd, 2009 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Marketing, Podcasts | 3 Comments

    On Friday, May 5th’s episode of North San Diego Business @Large, Michelle Bergquist will share tips on how you can build a million dollar database for your business. The how begins at 3pm PT.
    Michelle recently published How To Build A Million Dollar Database after being know for years as the “walking rolodex.”  She knows that [...]

    Sprint Sponsors the Women In Business Symposium

    March 25th, 2009 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Audio, Marketing, Paul Miser, Podcasts | 1 Comment

    On May 14th at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, the 10th Annual Women In Business Symposium will take place. There will be a couple hundred women business owners and managers.
    I had the opportunity to speak with Bobbi Lee, a Sprint Area Director, about their involvement as a sponsor and their participation with women in business. This [...]

    Carlsbad Chamber First Friday Breakfast Presents Jana Barnhill, President of Toastmasters International

    February 3rd, 2009 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Podcasts | 1 Comment

    On Friday, February 6th the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce’s First Friday Breakfast will host Jana Barnhill, President of Toastmasters International. Jana will be presenting "Effectively Communicate To Give Your Business An Edge."
    Jana graciously accepted my offer to interview her on Toastmasters International and how speaking skills enhance your business success. Here is the audio [...]

    Making Your Business SOUND Bigger Than Your Competition

    November 14th, 2008 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Podcasts | 1 Comment

    I spoke with Bill Miller, Call Solutions Group about how his company makes solopreneurs or home based businesses sound bigger than they physically are through communication technologies.
    I think with companies talking about laying off employees, there may be executives who are ready to take control of their future by starting their own consulting business. However, [...]

    Using Audio and Video Radio Show

    November 11th, 2008 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Podcasts | No Comments

    Last week I posted about an interview I did with Penny Haynes, creator of the Commercial Creation Center, about using audio and video on your site. I wanted to share this week’s show with you.

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    Cross The Digital Divide, Syndicating Your Content

    October 3rd, 2008 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Audio, Blogs and Blogging, Info Technoloy, Podcasts, Syndicating Your Content | 1 Comment

    I just finished my online radio show on syndicating your content.  Here is a list of the websites I refered to on the show.

    Article Marketing
    http://www.ezinearticles.com/

    Directory of Articles
    http://www.arcanaweb.com/resources/article-directories.html

    Ultimate Article Directory
    http://ultimatearticledirectory.com

     Submit Your Articles
    http://www.submityourarticles.com

    Blogging – posting regularly – use your articles, or [...]

    Interview with Liv Kellgren, Conscious Environments Part Two

    September 10th, 2008 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Events, Podcasts, Video Interview | 1 Comment

    This is a continuation of yesterday’s video interview with Liv Kellgren, Conscious Environments. She’ll be speaking to The Meet Market networking group on Friday at Shadowridge. Liv will be sharing how you can Transform Your Office Into a Powerhouse of Success. Please join us. You can get more information at The Meet Market.

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    Greg Betts on Creating An Upward Spiral for The Meet Market

    April 7th, 2008 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Inspiration, Motivation, Podcasts | No Comments

    Recently The Meet Market hosted Greg Betts, at their semi-monthly luncheon. Greg spoke to the small business owners about creating an upward spiral for their business and personal lives.
    After listening to this, please join the conversation by commenting below.

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    Power Partner Connections, Interview with Mindy Selinger

    March 13th, 2008 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Marketing, Networking, Podcasts | No Comments

    I recently had the opportunity to meet with Mindy Selinger, Power Partner Connections and The Link System, to talk about business networking. This is the perfect time to hone your networking skills. The Four Chamber mixer is coming to Tri City Hospital on April 17th.
    Mindy also publishes the San Diego Networking Guide, which I strongly [...]

    Sheila McDonnell and the Women In Business Symposium

    February 19th, 2008 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Networking, Podcasts | 1 Comment

    I had the opportunity to sit down with Sheila McDonnell of the Women In Business Symposium to discuss what the symposium is and why it’s important to the women’s business community.
    Sheila’s been producing this symposium for the past nine years, originally held at Morgan Run, but now moved to the San Diego Fairgrounds (or as [...]

    760 Media Looks To Deliver Online, A Small Business Interview

    February 8th, 2008 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Marketing, Online Marketing, Podcasts, Public Relations, Regional News | 1 Comment

    Show Notes
    I had the opportunity to sit down with Jeff Donnelley of 760 Media Inc. to discuss marketing and branding for solopreneurs and small business owners. Some of the interesting aspects he covered had to do with branding, and developing a brand for your business. Another upcoming trend we discussed were Web 2.0 and  3.0, [...]

    Good Management Skills Increase Your Profits

    January 23rd, 2008 | Posted by Debra Simpson | Category: Events, Management Strategies, Podcasts, Strategic Planning | No Comments

    On February 5th at the Handlery Hotel, businesses can learn some new and progressive management strategies. We’re  always looking for profitable strategies. One huge investment for any small business is the hiring, training and development of good employees. Yet, what kind of atmosphere do you provide for your employees? Here’s a management style to think [...]