If I Was Starting Today

In this episode, Jim shares a recent LinkedIn Live presentation he gave explaining tactics and advice on how to unblock growth for any business regardless of size. Jim gets into specifics using examples from best-in-class businesses as well a peek behind the curtain at what's happening in Growth Hit and Neat Apparel.

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Understanding the “stuck” phaseWhat season are you inIdentifying blockersEffective positioningOvercoming conversion issuesCustomer Acquisition strategiesActivation techniquesHow to make an offerTrafficGrowth calendars

Resources:

WATCH the Video HEREGrowth Marketing OS (Operating System) GrowthHitJim Huffman websiteJim's LinkedinJim's Twitter

 

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On this episode, Jim is joined by Ryan and Sean Kleier, two comedians who have taken their successes in show business and translated them into the world of marketing. They get tactical on how you can incorporate the art and science of comedy to improve your marketing campaigns.

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Importance of authenticityCreative processPackaging and executionTweakingA/B testingPitfalls of data relianceThe value of bombingComedy and brandingThe business of creativityRecognitionVirality

Resources:

https://www.kleierbrothers.com/ Growth Marketing OS (Operating System) GrowthHitJim Huffman websiteJim's LinkedinJim's Twitter

 

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This week, Jim is joined by Natalie Ellis of Bossbabe to talk about how to grow an engaged community in 2023. Things get tactical as Natalie discusses the importance of focus and developing content systems. 

 

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Focusing on one channel: Youtube, Email, or PodcastThe value of quality contentCommunity building tacticsThe difference between audience and community Content MachinesPersonal growth and evolution

Resources:

BossbabeGrowth Marketing OS (Operating System) GrowthHitJim Huffman websiteJim's LinkedinJim's Twitter

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Jim talks with Dominic Rubino who has bootstrapped multiple businesses to successful exits including a 9 figure exit. Dominic talks about the scalability of trades businesses and gets tactical on his sales and hiring.

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Bootstrapping storiesTeam building, hiring strategiesNiching downGrowth, Sale, or CashflowMastering SalesTraining your team

Resources:

ProfitToolBelt.comCabinetMakerProfitSystem.com10XBLT.comGrowth Marketing OS (Operating System) GrowthHitJim Huffman websiteJim's LinkedinJim's Twitter

 

 

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Jim shares a fantastic LinkedIn Live conversation with Growth Hit's head of growth, Jordan Summers. They dive into a very tactical discussion about How to succeed (not get fired) as a newly hired Head of growth for a business, brand, or startup.

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN TODAY’S EPISODE

The first 90 daysStarting StrongQuick wins vs long term goalsMistakes to avoidBuilding trustDefining KPI’sMarketing and salesBusiness health vs growth KPIBuilding a teamDeploying frameworksQualitative vs quantitative researchNon-linear leaps

Resources:

Growth Marketing OS (Operating System) GrowthHitJim Huffman websiteJim's LinkedinJim's Twitter

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This week, Jim shares his insights from his experience being a Dad and teaching his kids important life lessons.

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Parenting resilienceResilience in businessGrowth vs fixed mindset10x thinkingAsking the right questionsLeveraging coaches and mentors

Resources:

Growth Marketing OS (Operating System) GrowthHitJim Huffman websiteJim's LinkedinJim's Twitter

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On this episode, Jim is joined by Bradley Hammer to discuss his journey from a corporate burnout to business architect. Jim and Bradley focus on the mindset transformation entrepreneurs need to grow from a rainmaker to architect.

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN TODAY’S EPISODE

From burnout to successRainmaker vs architectAn OS for your businessCommon mistakes10x strategic thinkingWorking above the businessThinking timeQuarterly Reviews16 tips for weekly rituals

 

Resources:

Blueprint OSGrowthHitGrowth Marketing OSThe Growth Marketer's PlaybookNeat Apparel

 

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This week, Jim is joined by Will Hughes as he shares his unique framework for encouraging creative thinking and solutions for entrepreneurs.

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Creating liquid mindHarnessing frameworksBreaking thought patternsUsing another perspectiveExposure to different ways of thinkingCopy cultureOxford frameworkSpecific applications 

Resources:

Liquid Mind WebsiteWill HughesGrowthHitJim's LinkedInJim Huffman websiteJim's Twitter

 

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This week, Jim shares a framework for how to 2x your business in 10 minutes and gets tactical with 9 tools to implement today. 

 

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Double your business in 10 minutesComfort Work TrapLeverage and Naval9 Tools to 2x your businessCase study: Neat ApparelCase Study: GrowthHitUpcoming tools

 Resources:

Growth Marketing OS (Operating System) GrowthHitJim Huffman websiteJim's LinkedinJim's Twitter

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This week, Jim shares a talk he gave on a unique but enviable problem his business has developed: selling out of all their product. Jim gets tactical on exactly how to get to this point and what to do once you've arrived.

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN TODAY’S EPISODE

The problemFive point system Validating your readinessCrafting a unique propositionCreating an irresistible offerBuilding an effective websiteMaximizing ad spendGrowth ModelsPre and Post Launch strategiesGrowth calendarSpecial Offer

Resources:

GrowthHitJim Huffman websiteJim's LinkedinJim's TwitterThe Sold-Out Playbook

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