BONUS for BBB listeners, Steve Sammartino caught up with Sean Callanan on his podcast Sports Geek. It was very similar to a BBB episode so we thought we'd publish it here, enjoy! On this podcast you'll learn about: How technology is changing the live experience How media options for fans are becoming fragmented and what that means for sports rights Steve explains the difference between blockchain & cryptocurrency Use cases for blockchain technology in sports How children consume entertainment and why sport has to pay attention Why parents are crucial to fan development Why Super Bowl ads are great value Connect with Steve on Twitter @Sammartino, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn Purchase Steve's Book "The Lessons School Forgot" Connect with Sean on Twitter @seancallanan, Facebook, Instagram and Linkedin Listen to Sports Geek on iTunes, Google Play and Pocket Casts

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BONUS: Steve Sammartino on Sports Geek – Future of Sports

Here is a sneaky podcast about Sneak Surf, why?  Because we'd love your support of this Surf Movie Charity night on Monday March 7. Here is what we learned from this podcast Why Steve loves surfing Why he started Sneaky Surf What is MVP? Why it isn't about the app Importance of developing a community How Sneaky Surf was developed See you at Surf Movie Charity Night Grab a ticket to support the Surf Movie Charity night Samma & Sean will be there as will some of the Blokes, we'd love to see you there (or just buy a ticket to support Westmead Childrens Hospital genetic testing of Children with Nephrotic Syndrome. Some insights & links from this podcast Listen to this episode passion vs effort as Samma follows his passion Check out and download Sneaky Surf here iTunes reviews - 85 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and CHUNKY media and Sports Geek Podcast @sammartino from SteveSammartino.com author of The Great Fragmentation Thanks for review Love this podcast rss feed in iTunes by vlovesshoes from Australia on January 19, 2016 I don't drink beer I'm not a bloke But I have started a business and this podcast provides sensible pragmatic advice adaptable to most business environments. Please send us some more! Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Click Here to BBB via email

090: Sneaky podcast for Sneaky Surf

Robert Mond is about to release his first feature film The Subjects, so Sean caught up with him to find out more about the business of movie making. Here is what we learned from this podcast Why Rob left his IT job (much to the distress of his family) How he got his start in TV Why you can't start with a feature film Short films, the stepping stones for films Networking valuable in any industry Why $50,000 does not go far in film making How to delegate when you have a great team Some insights & links from this podcast Listen to these episode passion vs effort which is similar to Rob's tale. Check out The Subjects at TheSubjectsMovie.com and on Facebook Connect with Rob on Twitter @RobertMond and Instagram @RobertMond or on his IMDB page Watch The Subjects in a cinema near you via Tugg iTunes reviews - 79 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Check out The Subjects trailer https://youtu.be/8xt1pR03x-w Rob's short film - Reception https://youtu.be/fEIN_PO0G5I Watch, Buy & Rent The Subjects from October 8 Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, and Sports Geek Podcast @robertmond from writer/director of The Subjects Thanks for review Great show with loads of insights via Stitcher by AlBryant from USA on March 31, 2015 I love listening to BBB. Every time I listen I take something away and it inspires me to keep moving forward with my personal projects. The guys cover great topics and have had some excellent guests as well. I'll definitely keep listening as long as they keep coming! Al Join the BBB Army Are you on Facebook?  Like BBB here and join the BBB Army Facebook group to chat with guests and listeners. Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Click Here to BBB via email Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

089: Robert Mond – Behind the scenes of independent movie business

Samma (aka Steve Sammartino) has a great track record of getting mainstream press coverage for himself and his companies. Here is what we learned from this podcast Samma's never fail formula for getting press Importance of having several angles Don't fall in love with your story Start small, home runs come later Know your Gaddie Pitch Keep the momentum up Don't forget to follow up after press coverage Some insights & links from this podcast Listen to these episodes on media and press coverage: Trevor Young - PR Warrior  David Meerman Scott talks about News Jacking Valerie Khoo on power to tell your story David Brim on Tomcar Nathan Huppatz on his eBay background Samma getting some press on ABC's The Business David Brim getting some press when Aussie dollar tanks Nathan Huppatz on The Project iTunes reviews - 79 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast - THANK YOU read them all here  Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz The beer was Spearhead Pale Ale from Cricketer's Arms Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Nice work Huppy, now available in GIF form https://twitter.com/BeersBlokesBiz/status/639652023596552192 https://twitter.com/ScottKilmartin/status/639414981008556032 https://twitter.com/AustralianMade/status/636403979006660608 Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, and Sports Geek Podcast @sammartino known for Startup Blog and The Great Fragmentation book Thanks for review Great Business Podcast; Why? Well read this BBB is a good mix of authenticity, sound business advice, great guests, all combined in a relaxed atmosphere! Those sharing their stories have “been there, done that”, so if you are some kind of an entrepreneur, you would love that! To be completely Oz, BBB should be called BBBBBQ: Beers, Blokes, Business around a BBQ, no? philippemelbourne Join the BBB Army Are you on Facebook?  Like BBB here and join the BBB Army Facebook group to chat with guests and listeners. Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Click Here to BBB via email Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

088: Hacking your way to media coverage

Sean was away in the USA in July, was it a junket or was it a marketing plan? Hear more about the trip and get some insights on US professional teams. Here is what we learned from this podcast Why BBB episodes were intermittent in July How SEAT has helped position Sean in the market The importance of making the effort to meet people How important your core values are and how it can apply to you What can you learn from Nike communications? How Sean avoided the disaster of losing his voice last year How Sean's partnership with SEAT has been a mutually beneficial partnership How to drive leads from stage Why it is important to inspire your clients Insight into podcasting scene in USA Some insights & links from this podcast Listen to these episodes of Sports Geek Podcasts recapping the trip: Brian Costello from Portland Timbers - check out Timbers Joey Natalle Brown from Melbourne Storm Rob Squillacioti from FFA & A-League Greg Oakford from Golf Victoria recapping SEAT 2015 Get a free eBook from Sports Geek with digital marketing case studies Other BBB episodes you might be interested in Christine Stoffel on SEAT conference Toby Skovron from Zingy Give Lead Pages a try, Sean used Lead Digits on stage Check out Facebook Building 20 Look at Cast Party a live podcasting event iTunes reviews - 76 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast - THANK YOU read them all here  Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Some highlights from the Sports Geek trip At Seahawks practice facility https://instagram.com/p/5Kj7ESME_D/?taken-by=seancallanan The famous Portland Airport carpet with the @SportsGeekShoes https://instagram.com/p/5PMz7BME4z/?taken-by=seancallanan On Business Rockstars https://youtu.be/b0SD9Sa6Xdw How the LA Galaxy fans celebrate a goal https://instagram.com/p/5R-4nDME5P/?taken-by=seancallanan Getting a photo with the NBA Trophy at SEAT https://instagram.com/p/5Zv_nLME1y/?taken-by=seancallanan https://twitter.com/SEATconference/status/634445710381846528 https://instagram.com/p/6WVmkOME6a/?taken-by=seancallanan This was the most fun, grabbing the microphone at AT&T Park https://twitter.com/seancallanan/status/634254925417963520 The tour of Facebook was amazing https://instagram.com/p/5dJf-FsE_f/?taken-by=seancallanan Plenty of artwork at Facebook Building 20 https://instagram.com/p/5dIaVGK6Lc/?taken-by=fauncrabtree Thankfully I didn't need to do this again, here are Sean's slides from SEAT 2014 when he lost his voice. http://www.slideshare.net/SportsGeek/seat-conference-2014-welcome-address   Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, and Sports Geek Podcast @ScottKilmartin from OnlineStoreGuys.com.au and Short Batch and VintageIceCreamTruck.com and interviewing ecom success stories at Melbourne event OnlineOffline.co. Thanks for review Wrap your ears around this! I love listening to this podcast, it’s always fun, informative and friendly. It’s just like hanging out with your mates talking all things business and startups. Sundies Join the BBB Army Are you on Facebook?  Like BBB here and join the BBB Army Facebook group to chat with guests and listeners. Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Click Here to BBB via email Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

087: Sports Geek Trip

Scott is ready to launch his crowdfunding campaign for Grace.  It was an adventure to get his ice cream truck down to Melbourne  from the GC and not quite the Chef Movie road trip he'd planned. Grab some some popcorn and put your feet up. Here is what we learned from this podcast Scott's motivation for running a crowd funding campaign How Scott plans to attract supporters for the Grace restoration The reasoning behind targeting the wedding market & structuring pledge & rewards levels. How Instagram has been a vital marketing tool Insights behind the scenes of Uber's Ice Cream day How Gumtree and Instagram can help you attract millennial workers How you can pre order some Grace ice cream love at a discount during the campaign. Some insights & links from this podcast Find out more about Grace at VintageIceCreamTruck.com Check out Scott's Pinterest boards for Ice Cream Trucks Mick Russell videographer & rainmaker. Other BBB episodes you might be interested in Rick Chen from Pozible on crowd funding iTunes reviews - 76 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast - THANK YOU read them all here  Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Follow @VintageIceCreamTruck on Instagram https://instagram.com/p/6SBXIxrdu7/ Can't be a road trip without a Big something. https://instagram.com/p/5kyopdLdmX/ https://instagram.com/p/5jqrG0rduN/?taken-by=vintageicecreamtruck https://instagram.com/p/5enmjdLdot/?taken-by=vintageicecreamtruck Testing the instagram waters for interest & action. https://instagram.com/p/4Y3-moLdl_/?taken-by=vintageicecreamtruck Turning fans into a contributing community. https://instagram.com/p/4T3WxALdp0/ The Vogue regram (75K likes) bought 1K followers to @VintageIceCreamTruck overnight. https://instagram.com/p/3Jymnvv6-a/ Wanting blue sky, bikinis & board shorts as a backdrop. End the rainmakers Mick & Scott. https://instagram.com/p/2FpDjqrdtX/ Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, and Sports Geek Podcast @ScottKilmartin from OnlineStoreGuys.com.au and Short Batch and VintageIceCreamTruck.com and interviewing ecom success stories at Melbourne event OnlineOffline.co. Thanks for review Relevant & Informative Opened my mind to new ways of pricing my services and what value based pricing means as opposed to fixed fees for services. Both are fixed as opposed to time based but value requires consideration/ influence of customer perception, fixed just caps services. Context is not just part of pricing but is part of the product/ value. Personally a lot of the concepts/ strategies were intuitive to me rather than ones I knew about so it was good to understand the theory behind my application. I haven't listened to your other shows but I was really engaged. It's not condescending and it is informative.  Chase Legal Join the BBB Army Are you on Facebook?  Like BBB here and join the BBB Army Facebook group to chat with guests and listeners. Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Click Here to BBB via email Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

086: Grace – A Crowdfunding Road Trip starring an Ice Cream Truck

Sean, Steve catch up with Nicole Matejic to discuss her unique background and recent book - Social Media Rules of Engagement. Here is what we learned from this podcast How Nicole ended up working in social media How social media is used in the military What businesses can learn from armed forces using social media Importance of having a crisis plan in place BEFORE a crisis hits How to handle trolls and what exactly are trolls How Nicole juggles multiple personas online How SMROE book cam about. Some insights & links from this podcast Check out NicoleMatejic.com for links to all of Nicole's businesses Give Nicole's podcast a listen Grab a copy of Social Media Rules of Engagement Other BBB episodes you might be interested in Behind the Book iTunes reviews - 76 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast - THANK YOU read them all here  Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, and Sports Geek Podcast @SteveVallas from CHUNKY Media Thanks for review Awesome, practical business advice A rock solid podcast - well paced and delivering both inspirational and actionable advice for anyone interested in modern business practices and / or the entrepreneurial life. Bonus points awarded for Sean & Co.’s efforts in keeping the episodes short and punchy.  McConnachie The beer was a Stella Artois Join the BBB Army Are you on Facebook?  Like BBB here and join the BBB Army Facebook group to chat with guests and listeners. Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

085: Nicole Matejic on Social Media Rules of Engagement

Sean, Samma and Josh gaze into the future of the Internet with some inspiration from  Mary Meeker's awesome Internet Trends slides. Here is what we learned from this podcast Mary Meeker has been reporting on Internet Trends since 2001 Commerce has moved significantly to online from offline Mobile is the primary way consumers transact and engage online What's the difference between first and second generation online Commerce? What are the relationships between products, services and platforms? Has the barrier to trusting online Commerce changed? Design for mobile first Don't wait for the official report to validate what you already saw happening on the street (ref: One Up on Wall St) upWork is an example where you can hire or be hired as a freelancer Can Australia turn the export of 1's and 0's into a primary industry? Do you record video in horizontal or vertical format? Informalisation of communication through short messaging technology is moving beyond personal conversations to business conversations (e.g. WeChat) Which bloke sold his car and now only uses Uber and Public Transport Australia's number one TV show is not reported by OzTAM's ratings figures Want to watch 45 million gamers play it out?  Get on Twitch Some insights & links from this podcast Mary Meeker's profile Scroll down to see every year from 2001-2015 of Mary Meeker's Internet Trends report. Related episodes 075: Mobilegeddon! We chat SEO with Jim Stewart 039: Time Management with Sean and Samma iTunes reviews - 76 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast - THANK YOU read them all here  Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, and Sports Geek Podcast @sammartino from SteveSammartino.com @joshrowe from realAs.com Thanks for review A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down! Great listening. You swim in the murky waters of start ups hoping for those small wins, so its comforting to know there’s guys willing to teach you that that they’ve been through it too. - Hail The Punisher The beer was a Miller Chill - low carb with a twist of lime. Join the BBB Army Are you on Facebook?  Like BBB here and join the BBB Army Facebook group to chat with guests and listeners. Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

084: Internet Trends – Mary Meeker Report

When we say long awaited, it really was just Nathan's Dad wanting to know when part 2 was uploaded.  Nathan joins Sean and Steve for the pick my brain episode, if Nathan has sent you here please listen before hitting him up for a coffee or a beer. Here is what we learned from Nathan in this podcast What is the most common question Nathan gets asked? What should I sell?  Something I love or not? How to find a category to sell in Why customer support is vital with eBay What website platforms should you look at to sell? What are Huppy's key tactics in Google Analytics? Importance of measuring your business when selling What you need on your home page to sell online? Where to focus your efforts on sales funnel? Importance of good content How local sponsorship can work for you Got more feedback, please email  sean AT sportsgeekhq.com or tweet @BeersBlokesBiz or @seancallanan. Some insights & links from this podcast Check out Costumes.com.au for all your costume needs Connect with Nathan on Twitter @Huppy and on LinkedIn Buy Nathan's book on selling online Related episodes Huppy's first appearance on BBB way bak on episode 80 A lot of discussion about PeSA conference Content marketing episode Learn from Darren Rowse Importance of FAQ with Denis Merkas Importance of SEO in eCommerce iTunes reviews - 76 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast - THANK YOU read them all here  Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, and Sports Geek Podcast @SteveVallas from HONEY and soon to launched business.... @Huppy from Costumes.com.au Thanks for review I have been listening to this podcast for over a year now and I can honestly say they are producing some great stuff. The guys are very relatable, easy going and really make you feel like you’re sitting in the room with them having a laugh and yet taking in some quality learnings. They get some great guest in and I seem to find that as a business owner myself the topics that they talk about are exactly what I have been wanting to know more of at that particular point of time, I’m not sure how they actually do that, but it gets me loving the show even more. Keep up the good work guys Regards Ben . - Ben from Geelong Cable Locations   Join the BBB Army Are you on Facebook?  Like BBB here and join the BBB Army Facebook group to chat with guests and listeners. Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

083 – Nathan Huppatz – Pick My Brain

Jon Manning, our pricing expert IS BACK! He starts off worried about second album syndrome, let us know what you think via Twitter on how he performed. Here is what we learned from Jon Manning in this podcast How pricing is a disruptor How to move away from one price How does a pricing expert price himself Why travel leads the way in pricing Got more feedback, please email  sean AT sportsgeekhq.com or tweet @BeersBlokesBiz or @seancallanan. Some insights & links from this podcast Follow Jon on Twitter @sansprix and on Linkedin from PricingProphets.com The beer we drank was Altona Ale and Ascot Ale from Ascot Vale Cellars A great article on different pricing strategies, more importantly our discussion in BBB Army Facebook Group with Jon and here as well Related episodes 26 - Pricing with Jon Manning iTunes reviews - 76 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast - THANK YOU read them all here  Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, and Sports Geek Podcast @sammartino author of The Great Fragmentation Our return guest Jon Manning @sansprix from PricingProphets.com Thanks for review Promotes some great self reflection in iTunes by Patto_2011 Just caught up on all the episodes while driving 4 hrs and found the BBB gang really put forward some great points and take aways that will benefit many. The pod on project management is so true for good team management/ leadership as well View and share this review Join the BBB Army Are you on Facebook?  Like BBB here and join the BBB Army Facebook group to chat with guests and listeners. Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

082: Jon Manning – The 2nd Pricing Album

David Meerman Scott is a best selling marketing author and speaker and thanks to Jim Stewart who helps keep David at the top of Google with StewArt Media he stopped by to chat with The Blokes on a recent visit to Melbourne. Here is what we learned from David Meerman Scott in this podcast How David became a "accidental marketing strategist" Why David's book "The New Rules of Marketing & PR" became his platform What David has learned travelling to over 100 countries Why David's speaking coach has improved his speaking technique How David prepares to deliver keynotes and speeches for a variety of clients Amazing story involving Steve's fridge and tumble dryers in China Why David is always checking Google News Why Taylor Swift gets a mention and which Bloke is a Swiftie? Got more feedback, please email  sean AT sportsgeekhq.com or tweet @BeersBlokesBiz or @seancallanan. Some insights & links from this podcast Follow David on Twitter @dmscott and on Linkedin David’s Blog - http://www.webinknow.com/ David’s Books - http://www.davidmeermanscott.com/books/ The New Rules of Marketing & PR The New Rules of Sales & Service Marketing the Moon :The Selling of the Apollo Lunar Program Real-Time Marketing & PR Newsjacking Marketing Lessons from the Grateful Dead David follows these two blogs religiously Seth Godin Bob Lefsetz - The Lefsetz Letter How Beko develops products global consumers are eager to buy Taylor Swift tumblr post on Apple and Bob Lefsetz's take The beer we drank was from Atomic Pale from Gage Brewery Related episodes 40 - Public Speaking 22 - PR with Trevor Young 25 - Content Marketing - Tell Your Story 53 - Behind the Book - The Great Fragmentation 56 - Valerie Khoo - Business Storytelling iTunes reviews - 76 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast - THANK YOU read them all here  Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, and Sports Geek Podcast @SteveVallas from HONEY and soon to launched business.... @jimboot from StewArt Media David Scott (@dmscott) from DavidMeermanScott.com Thanks for review A fantastic Australian podcast in iTunes by GxJ from Australia I went to their launch recently, and I've listened to their archive, these guys are incredible. I gleaned more wisdom from them in one episode than I did from loads of other business podcasts. It's fantastic. Download it. Now. View and share this review Join the BBB Army Are you on Facebook?  Like BBB here and join the BBB Army Facebook group to chat with guests and listeners. Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

081: David Meerman Scott

Nathan Huppatz started out as a IT guy working in a corporate world but following a passion for cars opened up an ecommerce career that spans many products and businesses. Here is what we learned from Nathan in this podcast Nathan and Sean did the same course at Swinburne How a passion for cars piqued Nathan's interest Sometimes you leap sometimes you are pushed A common theme with BBB guests - the hard slog of selling your wares or advertising in Nathan's case How new businesses developed via eBay Why products and processes behind the scenes were critical to success with eBay How Nathan got into the costume business Got more feedback, please email  sean AT sportsgeekhq.com or tweet @BeersBlokesBiz or @seancallanan. Some insights & links from this podcast Check out Costumes.com.au for all your costume needs Connect with Nathan on Twitter @Huppy and on LinkedIn Huppy started out with AutoSpeed.com Keep an eye on Ready To Ship now processes over 1 million consignments a year for customers, and growing fast. The beer we drank was from Loch Brewery, give them a like on Facebook Sean and Huppy are both Swinburne BIT Alumni  Related episodes More discussion on pricing like ours with Jon Manning A lot of discussion about PeSA conference Importance of SEO in eCommerce iTunes reviews - 76 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast - THANK YOU read them all here  Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, and Sports Geek Podcast @SteveVallas from HONEY and soon to launched business.... @Huppy from Costumes.com.au Thanks for review Great practical advice about starting, managing and growing a business. Added bonus that they are Aussie as there definitely is a different approach to business here compared to other places in the world. - Luke Jones   Join the BBB Army Are you on Facebook?  Like BBB here and join the BBB Army Facebook group to chat with guests and listeners. Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

080: Nathan Huppatz – Cars, Costumes & eCommerce

Tobi Skovron by is own admission is an unashamed entrepreneur, his drive has seen him grow a business from Australia to be acquired by Petsafe.  Now he is heading up Zingy an app for on-demand pet services, starting with dog walking. Here is what we learned from Tobi in this podcast Learn about Tobi's humble beginnings How Tobi's mother's love of pets influenced his career Importance of a chance meeting at a pet trade show How having someone believe in him was a big driver Sometimes the exchange rate can be cruel, find out what happens when you convert $300K at wrong time The importance of cereal to Tobi & his wife The hard slog of sales in USA after the GFC What is it like to be acquired Why Zingy will be a success Got more feedback, please email  sean AT sportsgeekhq.com or tweet @BeersBlokesBiz or @seancallanan. Some insights & links from this podcast Check out Zingy, available on US iTunes only Connect with Tobi on Linkedin and @TobiSkovron on Twitter Tobi's first product - Pet Loo Tobi on Business Rockstars Profile on Zingy from IDEO Related episodes Thanks to Denis Merkas for the introduction Time Bull from Ivanhoe to Silicon Valley iTunes reviews - 76 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast - THANK YOU read them all here  Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, and Sports Geek Podcast @TobiSkovron from Zingy Thanks for review Do yourself a favour and have a listen. Great podcast featuring some decent blokes with great business, startup and tech knowledge. - SarahCND   Join the BBB Army Are you on Facebook?  Like BBB here and join the BBB Army Facebook group to chat with guests and listeners. Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

079: Tobi Skovron from Zingy

Emma & Denis Merkas are building a business and doing it as a couple.  Melt: Massage for Couples isn't the first business they have tackled together a recent trip to the USA showed they are on the right track. Here is what we learned from Emma and Denis in this podcast Where Emma & Denis got their start online Why understanding how to make money with your business is super important How Denis pivoted his traditional massage business into an educational company Why they stopped pushing $30 Date Night Why PR can be hit or miss The importance of the USA trip to be closer to customers Developing traction channels for Melt How Emma & Denis operate as a couple in life & business Got more feedback, please email  sean AT sportsgeekhq.com or tweet @BeersBlokesBiz or @seancallanan. Some insights & links from this podcast Check out Melt: Massage for couples Connect with Emma (@emmamerkas) and on Linkedin Connect with Denis (@denismerkas) and on Linkedin Getting some press for Melt in SMH Check out Denis & Emma on TV in Utah as discussed on the podcast iTunes reviews - 75 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast - THANK YOU read them all here  Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Connect with these Blokes The blokes (and Emma of course) on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, and Sports Geek Podcast @scottkilmartin from Online Store Guys and Vintage Ice Cream Truck @emmamerkas from Melt Massage @denismerkas from Melt Massage Thanks for review In a nutshell? The blokes are the business mentors I would never in a million years have access to, especially in the very immature start-up phase of business. They speak and explain business in a way that’s relatable, especially to the regular everyday Aussie. Give me the intellectual “bogan geek” any-day, who actually knows what they’re talking about. When the blokes speak, I listen. There’s a bloke for every business personality type. You’ll find yourself saying “I completely agree with what he’s saying!” after yet another snippet of quality business advice comes out of your speakers. After regular listening, a pattern will emerge with who you relate to the most. Trying to catch up on the previous episodes, the blokes go with me everywhere. In my car while driving, in the wee hours of the morning (5am starts anyone?), in my downtime, on flights, at home on client-filled weekends... everywhere. The BBB podcast is the icing on my “live and breathe your business” cake. And I’m learning about beer. Highly recommended. - Lorryn_Inches_DG Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

078: Emma & Denis Merkas – Couple Hustle

Damien Ross is CEO of Davidson Technology (incorporating ITCOM) he with his business partner Gary Lorden built up ITCOM to with fast growth (twice being named in BRW's fastest growing list), last year ITCOM was acquired by Davidson Technology. Here is what we learned from Damien Ross in this podcast How Damien got his start in recruitment Why a trip through Europe in his 20s formed one of the most important business partnerships in his life How Damien took over his father's business and pivoted immediately What was important when under going major growth What is it like to be acquired How to balance family and work life Got more feedback, please email  sean AT sportsgeekhq.com or tweet @BeersBlokesBiz or @seancallanan. Some insights & links from this podcast Connect with Damien on Linkedin Some of the latest insights on tech recruitment mark from Damien - ‘Uplift’ in demand for overseas tech talent Profile on leadership in BRW especially through a period of growth A look at the Damien's day from Smart Company  Listen to our first podcast on Linkedin back on episode #29 Good listen on building a killer team iTunes reviews - 73 listeners have left an iTunes review for the podcast - THANK YOU read them all here  Got a question? Tweet the Blokes or  @BeersBlokesBiz Let us know in the comments or on Twitter @BeersBlokesBiz or on Facebook with your opinion. Connect with these Blokes The blokes on this podcast were: @seancallanan from Sports Geek and SeanCallanan.com, Listen to Sean on Sports Geek Podcast Damien Ross from Davidson Technology (incorporating ITCOM) Thanks for review A friend travelling in Australia recommended this to me and I have not stopped listening for 6 months. I quickly ploughed through all the episodes and now re-listen to my favourites as I wait for the next episode. The blokes talk total sense and have opened my eyes up to so many things. I have since landed a new job & started speaking with a small network of likeminded people. I've recommended this podcast to lots of people now, one of which has left a review as well. We love it! This is a friendly, fun, informative & engaging podcast. Give it a go, you'll be amazed about what you can learn of some blokes on the other side of the world. Shut up you blokes! - Brooklar from UK Download episode below but we'd prefer you to subscribe in iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud or this feed if you don't use iTunes. Don't forget you can get these show notes via email subscription. Let us know your thoughts in the comments 

077: Damien Ross on building a recruitment business

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