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In this episode of The Profitable Creative, host Christian Brim interviews Chris Brown, founder of Wow Remote Teams, discussing his entrepreneurial journey, the staffing and recruiting landscape, and the challenges small businesses face in hiring. Chris shares insights on the consultative sales approach, the importance of clear communication, and the opportunities available in the global talent market, particularly in Latin America.

PROFITABLE TAKEAWAYS...

• Chris Brown has been an entrepreneur for over 20 years.
• Wow Remote Teams specializes in staffing for US companies with talent from Latin America.
• The business model focuses on contract staffing and direct placement.
• Small businesses often struggle with hiring due to infrequent needs.
• Clear communication is essential in the recruitment process.
• Onboarding and offboarding processes are critical for employee retention.
• Consultative sales is an effective approach to understanding client needs.
• The global talent market offers opportunities for businesses to find skilled workers.
• Latin America has a wealth of talent available for remote work.
• Processes in recruitment can be complex but are necessary for success.

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In this episode of The Profitable Creative, host Christian Brim interviews John Doherty, a successful entrepreneur and coach, who shares his journey from digital marketing to building and selling agencies. John discusses the importance of understanding business numbers, the impact of pricing strategies on profitability, and how to decouple personal identity from business success. He emphasizes the significance of building a business that is attractive for sale and navigating the challenges posed by AI in the industry. The conversation also touches on the influence of the book 'Profit First' and the necessity of knowing key performance indicators to drive business growth.

PROFITABLE TAKEAWAYS...

• John Doherty has built agencies generating over $50 million.
• Understanding your business numbers is crucial for success.
• Decoupling your identity from your business can lead to better decisions.
• Pricing strategies can significantly impact profitability.
• Building a business with the intention to sell can create value.
• AI is changing the landscape of business and marketing.
• Labor efficiency is a key metric for service businesses.
• Profit First provides a framework for running a profitable business.
• You can often double your pricing without losing clients.
• Confidence in pricing comes from understanding your value.

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In this episode of the Profitable Creative, host Christian Brim speaks with Jonathan Schüßler, a photographer and videographer based in Germany. They discuss Jonathan's journey into the creative industry, the dynamics of the wedding industry, and the balance between personal life and work. Jonathan shares insights on B2B marketing, the importance of SEO, and building trust with clients. They also delve into pricing strategies and the emotional aspects of pricing in both the wedding and B2B sectors. The conversation concludes with Jonathan's thoughts on the challenges and opportunities in the creative business landscape.

PROFITABLE TAKEAWAYS...

• Jonathan started his journey in photography while studying at university.
• He transitioned from shooting weddings to focusing on B2B video content.
• The wedding industry in Germany is influenced by trends from the US and Australia.
• Jonathan prefers to work locally to maintain a work-life balance.
• SEO is crucial for local businesses to compete effectively.
• Building trust with clients is essential for successful marketing.
• Pricing strategies can significantly impact perceived value.
• Emotional factors play a key role in purchasing decisions.
• Jonathan enjoys the variety of working in both wedding and B2B sectors.
• He emphasizes the importance of presenting oneself professionally in business.

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