Simply Be Found Huddle

Simply Be Found Huddle

The Simply Be Found Huddle is a raw, unscripted podcast designed for small business owners who want to cut through the noise of marketing jargon and get straight to what works. Hosted by Robert Downey and Dean Koehler, co-founders of SimplyBeFound.com, each episode dives into practical strategies for boosting online visibility—think SEO, local search, voice search, social media, and content creation. Now, we’re leveling up by bringing real-world business owners (non-marketers) into the huddle to share their marketing challenges, ask burning questions, and work through struggles live. Expect candid conversations, actionable advice, and a no-BS approach to helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Perfect for business owners eager to learn, connect, and tackle marketing head-on. Guest Opportunities: We’re looking for small business owners (not in the marketing space) to join us as guests. Share your marketing hurdles, get real-time feedback, and let’s solve problems together. Whether you’re struggling with getting found online, confused by social media, or just need a fresh perspective, our huddle is your chance to gain clarity and actionable insights while inspiring our audience of fellow entrepreneurs.

Episodes

April 29, 2025 67 mins

Discover how to build a powerful brand strategy that can help your business grow and scale! 🚀 In today's Simply Be Found Huddle, Rob and Dean sit down with branding expert Heather Schaefer to dive deep into how entrepreneurs and solopreneurs can create a million-dollar brand, avoid common design mistakes, and align branding with real growth strategies.

In this episode:

— How brand strategy impacts business growth

— The truth about lo...

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Welcome to the Simply Be Found Huddle!

Today, Rob Downey sits down with Michael Buzinski (Buzz) to dive deep into marketing strategies that actually work for B2B businesses. From building a strong data foundation to creating marketing systems that drive long-term growth, this conversation is packed with powerful insights you can implement right away.

Key Takeaways:

— Why "data feeds strategy" in real marketing success

— The real differ...

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Learn how to grow your small business the right way — with proven tools, real marketing coaching, and zero fluff. In this raw, uncut podcast episode, Simply Be Found co-founders Rob and Dean dive deep into:

— How small businesses are winning online in 2025

— Why most marketing agencies miss the mark

— The truth about SEO, Google updates, and getting found

— What tools you actually need (and how to use them)

— Why reports and likes don’t...

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Is cold calling dead—or just misunderstood?

In this powerful episode of the Simply Be Found Huddle, Aidan Sowa reveals how smart tech, clean data, and AI-powered enhancements are reshaping sales in 2025.

— How AI & automation are redefining cold calling

— Why local presence dialing no longer works

— The real ROI of live calls over robocalls

— How to scale outreach while staying human

— Why clean mobile data beats old lead lists

📺 Wat...

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April 23, 2025 21 mins

In this episode of the Simply Be Found Huddle, Rob and Dean break down the truth behind agency marketing—and why most small businesses are better off taking control of their local visibility. Learn how Simply Be Found helps businesses get listed across 1,000+ networks, what makes our Listings Engine unique, and how to compete organically without falling into the paid ads trap.

If you’ve ever been confused about working with agencies...

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Are voice search scam calls hurting your business? Don’t fall for the trap. In this episode of the Simply Be Found Huddle, we uncover how “voice search activation” scammers are targeting small business owners — and how to protect yourself with real SEO strategies that work.

🚨 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

— How robocalls spoof local numbers to trick businesses

— The truth behind “voice search registration” scams

— Why legitimate ...

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What if losing everything became the best thing that ever happened to you?

Roy Coughlan shares his incredible journey — from over $5 million in debt and 100+ court cases to building one of the most authentic podcasting brands in Europe. He didn’t just find a way to survive; he found a purpose through podcasting, public speaking, and telling the truth… raw, unfiltered, and real.

In this episode of the Simply Be Found Huddle, we break ...

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In this power-packed huddle, Dean and Rob sit down with Jake Sucoff, founder of Patient Procure, to unpack the real truths about what works — and what doesn’t — in modern marketing. From AI misuse to building authority with authentic content, this episode delivers straight talk and strategy.

— AI vs Authenticity: Where most go wrong

— Local SEO & Voice Search: What actually matters now

— The Smart Repurposing Formula for Busy Prof...

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Can you really make $1M from your podcast — without any sponsors?

In this insightful episode of the Simply Be Found Huddle, Rob and Dean are joined by Kevin Palmieri, the powerhouse behind Next Level University, to discuss real podcast monetization, how to build a content-based business, and the long game of branding, consistency, and community.

If you're starting a podcast, already have one, or you're building a business with conten...

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In this episode of the Simply Be Found Huddle, we’re joined by James Rojas Taylor—a U.S. Marine veteran and actor—who shares how tools from the world of acting can train your team’s most underutilized muscle: the human mind.

🔑 Key Points:

- Emotional literacy can be taught—just like math or reading

- The Stannisloski System’s 7 questions create instant awareness

- Training employees from the inside out boosts retention

- You don't need...

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🌟 Thinking about starting a podcast but not sure how to get started or if it’s worth it? In this powerful episode of the Simply Be Found Huddle, Rob and Dean sit down with Adam Torres, podcasting expert, author, and founder of Mission Matters, to discuss why podcasting is more than content—it's your branding, visibility, and legacy strategy in 2025 and beyond. 🎙️

✔️ How podcasting builds local visibility and long-term SEO

✔️ Why sh...

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If your business can’t run without you… is it truly a business?

In this powerful Simply Be Found Huddle, we break down:

✔️ The 6 P’s Framework every business owner should know

✔️ CSA: Communication, Structure & Accountability in leadership

✔️ Coaching vs. micromanaging your team

✔️ Preparing for family succession (without the drama)

✔️ Why every business should be exit-ready—even if you're not planning to sell

✔️ How AI and systems b...

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Grow your small business in 2025 using video marketing, podcasting, and smart content strategies powered by AI. In this episode of the Simply Be Found Huddle, we talk with Stephen Skeel and Michael Ayjian of Seven Wonders about:

📌 How to use AI in video production workflows

📌 The power of podcasting for local SEO & brand visibility

📌 Creating video content from FAQs your customers are already asking

📌 Why authentic video storyt...

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In this Huddle, Rob, Dean, and special guest Andrew Laws dive deep into SEO’s evolution—from the days of fax machines to today’s AI-powered landscape.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Why fax spam was the first “email marketing”

✅ How AI is confusing (and improving) marketing

✅ What the “Age of Authenticity” means for SEO

✅ Real talk on client expectations

✅ How to measure real success: more leads, more sales

🙏 A big thank you to Andrew Laws for his ins...

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What does it take to build a 25-person team producing over 5,000 content pieces every month? In this episode, Dean & Rob sit down with Dennis Meador, founder of The Legal Podcast Network, to explore:

Key Points:

✅Entrepreneurial lessons from hustle to scale

✅Why podcasting is the best content engine

✅Sales mindset vs. corporate structure

✅Creating systems that don’t burn you out

✅Mentorship & the legacy mindset

✅Scaling content wi...

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Ever feel like marketing is just pulling a slot machine lever and hoping for the best?

In this episode of the Simply Be Found Huddle, Rob and Dean unpack how behavioral science, false reward cycles, and primal instincts influence marketing. From Las Vegas casino studies to how email deletes are subtle marketing wins, you'll learn how to reset your strategy to avoid burnout and get real results.

Key Points Covered:

✅Why small businesse...

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In this inspiring Simply Be Found Huddle, Dean and Rob sit down with Dennis J. Henson, author of Real Impact Daily Inspiration, to uncover the one habit that transformed over 400 of his students into millionaires. From real estate to daily mindset shifts, Dennis shares the story behind his powerful book, the role of journaling, and the science of forming success habits.

💥 BONUS: Get a FREE copy of Dennis’s ebook at 👉 https://reali...

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In this special episode of the Simply Be Found Huddle, we’re joined by SEO expert and small biz advocate Matt Diamante of @heytony.agency for a refreshingly raw take on what’s really changing in SEO right now. 💡

🔑 Key Takeaways:

✅Why Google might now control just 18.5% of search traffic

✅How LLMs and voice search are redefining local discovery

✅The #1 mistake small businesses make with marketing

✅Why authentic content is better than p...

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Did you know only 30% of businesses survive past the 2nd generation? And only 3% make it to the 4th?

In this episode of the Simply Be Found Huddle, Rob & Dean dive into the emotional, financial, and strategic challenges of multi-generational businesses. If you've inherited a business—or are thinking about handing yours down—this one's for you.

🔑 Key Points:

✅Real stats on generational survival rates

✅Why many 2nd/3rd gens fail

✅Ro...

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In this Simply Be Found Huddle, Dean and Rob get real about time management for entrepreneurs. Whether you’re stuck in endless meetings or trying to juggle everything yourself—this is the episode for you.

✅ Replace meetings with Loom videos

✅ Use AI for transcriptions & task summaries

✅ Empower your team to solve problems

✅ Stop doing $10/hr tasks as a $100/hr entrepreneur

✅ Know the difference between owning a job vs. owning a busi...

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