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Inbox Zero and Productivity [Podcast]

August 30, 2012 by Joe Hackman 3 Comments

Get an introduction to the inbox zero phenomenon and a number of other productivity tips. This was a monthly episode that is co-hosted by Gini Dietrich.

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[audio:http://www.blogtalkradio.com/joehackman/2012/08/28/inbox-zero-and-productivity-w-gini-dietrich.mp3?localembed=downloadd]

Summary

If you are looking to improve your productivity you are likely to find some useful advice in this podcast related to:

Inbox Zero
Strategic alignment of activities based on time of day, energy levels, and other factors.
Using different computers or work spaces for different modes of work.
Timing of Email correspondence to minimize un-necessary back and forth.
Using tools like ifttt.com to enhance your sharing and even responding to your environment.
Keeping a shorter todo list and getting more done.
Power naps are great for productivity.

This episode was live on Blog Talk Radio on 8/28/2012. Check out this article Gini wrote related to this discussion.

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Here is the video that inspired this episode:

What’s new at NationBuilder? [Podcast]

August 1, 2012 by Joe Hackman 1 Comment

On July 30th I caught up with chief organizer at NationBuilder Adriel Hampton to learn more about their new features and the overall status of the company.

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[audio:http://www.blogtalkradio.com/joehackman/2012/07/30/whats-new-at-nation-builder-with-adriel-hampton.mp3?localembed=download]

Summary

NationBuilder has gone quickly from a virtual team to a briskly growing technology company that is bringing advanced community organizing tools to organizers of all types and sizes. Looking for a job? They are also hiring.

This episode was live on Blog Talk Radio on 7/30/2012.

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What is Social CRM and why would you use it? [Podcast]

July 13, 2012 by Joe Hackman 4 Comments

I caught up with Danny Brown, VP of Partner Strategy at Jugnoo (which I learned is pronounced Joog-new) to find out more about Social CRM and why businesses and solopreneurs might want to use it.

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[audio:http://www.blogtalkradio.com/joehackman/2012/07/11/what-is-social-crm-and-why-would-you-use-it.mp3?localembed=download]

Summary

One thing is certain – business is changing and becoming more social, we discussed the concepts around Social CRM, what makes it different from traditional CRM and why social business is becoming so critical. There were some great questions from the BTR chat and call ins making it a well rounded and in-depth into Social CRM and business.

Random Facts:

Jugnoo means firefly in Sanskrit, symbolizing light from within.

This episode was live on Blog Talk Radio on 7/11/2012.

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Better Business with Gini Dietrich and Elizabeth Sosnow [Podcast]

June 14, 2012 by Joe Hackman Leave a Comment

Gini Dietrich and special guest Elizabeth Sosnow Managing Director of BlissPR discuss issues that businesses face from the perspective of business owners, managers and principals.

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[audio:http://www.blogtalkradio.com/joehackman/2012/06/13/better-business-w-gini-dietrich-and-elizabeth-sosnow.mp3?localembed=download]

Summary

We dove pretty heavily into inbound marketing and digital marketing in general thanks to the guests experience on the topic. Expect some practical business advice from two digital natives. Both Gini and Elizabeth have similar experience evolving from a traditional PR to a more extensive marketing capable business.

This episode was live on Blog Talk Radio on 6/13/2012.

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Recap of 2012 SOBCON Chicago [Podcast]

June 7, 2012 by Joe Hackman 6 Comments

What do you get when you combine a few attendees of SOBCON Chicago 2012 on Blog Talk Radio and combine it with a Google Hangout? This episode. Among the numerous callers/participants were Sean McGinnis, Amber Cleveland, Will English IV and Marti Konstant.

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[audio:http://www.blogtalkradio.com/joehackman/2012/06/06/sobcon-chicago-2012-recap.mp3?localembed=download]

Summary

The panel discussed highlights of the 2012 Chicago SOBCON including a pop quiz to see how much they remembered. If you’re looking to get some insiders insight into a great conference have a listen.

Quotable

Though it wasn’t technically someone on the call it’s my main take away from SOBCON 2012 (and it was discussed!):

“Do what you love in the service of people who love what you do.” –Steve Farber

This episode was live on Blog Talk Radio on 6/7/2012.

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