Midwest Mindset

Are you using the right social media platforms? There might be one that you're overlooking, and it could be a big missed opportunity for your business! On this episode of the Midwest Mindset, we dive into the world of LinkedIn and how this social media channel is evolving into a hidden secret for building a business's online brand and audience.

Two Brothers Creative provides a simple content marketing system that lever...

So you’ve got a great marketing strategy and the right people to implement it. Success is guaranteed, right? Not necessarily. On this episode of Midwest Mindset, the boys are joined by operations guru and business growth coach, Tracy Winkler, as they discuss reasons why even the best marketing can still fail. From a lackluster operations department to an unmotivated sales team, marketing is just one wing on this plane....

Is being in love like running a business? In this episode of the Midwest Mindset, we talk about the three stages of any relationship: curiosity, enlightenment, and commitments. Because so many businesses don’t know who their ideal customer is, they try going after everybody, but, just like in dating, that rarely works.

Tune in and find out how to build better relationships with your customers on this week’...

Do you ever wonder why so many local commercials seem so awful? In this episode of Midwest Mindset, we will take a deep dive into why local TV ads often fall short. From misguided advice to tone-deaf cultural references, there are several reasons why these ads are so bad. But don't worry: We also provide three tips that will help you make sure your ad does not suck! Tune in to find out how you can make sure your local ...

What’s the secret to finding success in business? Being a little delusional (or maybe a lot, depending on who you ask). On this episode of Midwest Mindset, Matt explains the need to be delusional if you’re looking to start your own business, how knowing too much at the onset of a new business venture can be more harmful than helpful, and how sometimes a sense of ignorance can help you move forward after major setbacks....

Let's face it: just because we might be good at one thing, doesn't mean we're good at everything. Too often business owners think because we're experts in what our business specializes in, we're experts in everything else. However, that's rarely the case...especially when it comes to marketing. On this episode of the Midwest Mindset, we dive into the importance of knowing your strengths, the advantage of bringing in experts, and th...

As an entrepreneur, failure is inevitable, but what happens when that failure is made public? On today’s episode we dive into PR and the best way to prepare, prevent, and react to public failures and tragedies. Our special guest, Gwenn Aspen founder and CEO of Anequim, shares firsthand experiences of dealing with public failure and coping with employee loss. As Gwenn says, failure is information, and whether or not you...

So, how do you make money with your podcast? Well, contrary to popular belief, it's not just about advertising or sponsors. In fact, only a small fraction of podcasts actually qualify for third-party monetization.

So, what's the real key to making your podcast profitable? It goes beyond download numbers or listeners. Join us today as we chat with Eric Johnson, the Podcast Talent Coach and Senior VP of Prog...

How do you handle bad publicity? What if your business is receiving attention in all the wrong ways? How do you deal with criticism? In today's #MidwestMindset, Matt shares his personal story of bad publicity and blackmail after one very private picture was stolen from his phone. 

 After very difficult moments and many lessons learned, he gives us his five-step action plan to overcome bad publicity without letting it a...

The valet may open the door, take the keys, and park the car, but the hotel housekeeper cleans up after you! So, why do we tip the valet but not the housekeeper? Well, the answer is pretty simple: one is face to face, and one is out of sight, out of mind. On this episode of the Midwest Mindset, Matt breaks down the power of face-to-face sales over other means of communication such as phone calls or digital. 

Sales starts with a gam...

The boys from WMK are back! In this episode of the Midwest Mindset, Matt sits down with Murphy and Walt from WMK Media in Omaha. WMK is quickly building a reputation for creating viral content on YouTube that in turn is not just getting them more views, but it’s starting to make them money. So what are the tricks to monetizing YouTube longform videos and shorts? From using the right title strategies to knowing when and...

What do the most successful entrepreneurs, millionaires, and even billionaires all have in common? They focus on the little things. The big little things, if you will. In this episode of the Midwest Mindset Matt dives into what little things you need to be doing to build long lasting success. From making your bed to journaling at the end of the day, there are seemingly countless little, easy things you and your team co...

Paid or organic: which is better for your business? On this episode of the Midwest Mindset, Matt sits down with AnnMarie Fereday and Matt Falcon from Refine Marketing as they break down the difference between paid and organic advertising, the advantage to “paying for clicks,” and the red flags businesses can look for when hiring a marketing firm. 

Find out more about Refine Marketing and their approach to ...

Let’s talk about how to kill your business! Wait, what? In order to not kill your business, it helps to know the pitfalls to avoid! In this episode of the Midwest Mindset, we dive into major marketing mistakes that many small business owners make. From trying to imitate industry leaders to just throwing a wide net out on social media, tune in and find out how to kill your business…so that you don’t kill your business.

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The boys from WMK are back! In this episode of the Midwest Mindset, Matt sits down with Murphy and Walt from WMK Media in Omaha. WMK is quickly building a reputation for creating viral content on YouTube that in turn is not just getting them more views, but it’s starting to make them money. So what are the tricks to monetizing YouTube longform videos and shorts? From using the right title strategies to knowing when and...

Just how do you turn a marketing failure into a marketing success? In this episode of the Midwest Mindset, we sit down with Anequim CEO, Gwenn Aspen, as we talk about her company's past marketing attempts, failures, and successes. 

Let's embrace the cringe of our past mistakes so we can learn from them and turn our marketing failures into success.

Wondering if your marketing is working? Have a hunch you're over paying an agency and...

How do you land a government contract? Are you discouraged because there doesn’t seem to be any opportunities? Getting a government contract can be a great way to generate consistent income, but the process can be daunting. In this episode we’re joined by Veronica Doga and Harold Sargus from the Nebraska Business Development Center and they specialize in helping small businesses with government contracting. They talk about the ma...

In this week's episode of the #MidwestMindset podcast, we sit down with Tracy Winkler, a Professional EOS Implementer, to discuss the importance of building a team that values accountability.

Accountability is the key to your marketing success and Tracy gets us started with the 101 on EOS and Traction. 

Download your FREE Vision/Traction/Organizer (VTO) that will give your business the goals, plan, and actions needed to excel. 

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Artificial intelligence – some are calling it the dawn of a new technological age while others are comparing it to Terminator 2: Judgment Day. But when we break down the drama and pull back the curtain, what are the facts about AI? And what are the advantages and disadvantages of using artificial intelligence for your business?

In this episode, we dive into the world of artificial intelligence and add a li...