Do you have a Zombie Plan? You'd better. And not just because it's a fun game to play. Find out how putting together a Zombie Plan gets you using your noggin for creative problem solving – and find out what Jon Maiden's Top Secret survival plan is. This week, Vicky ditches Joe in favour of a chap who's changing the face of education – and not before time. Tune in and find out why you ought to be gamifying your business, and dig up other nuggets of purest gold.
Key Takeaways:
[:50] Who is Jon and what does he do for Panjango?
[2:05] Why did Jon start Panjango?
[4:55] How does Jon teach ‘contextual learning’ to children?
[6:35] What results has Jon seen so far?
[7:55] What kind of proposal does Jon give to schools for them to see the benefits of this new and more modern way of teaching children?
[11:25] Jon shares the story behind the name ‘Panjango’.
[14:25] Are teachers incorporating games into their lesson plans now that they’ve been introduced to Panjango?
[15:40] What has been Jon’s biggest challenge so far?
[19:25] Jon shares an example of how Panjango games work.
[21:40] Panjango even has a board game as well as booster packs!
Mentioned in This Episode:
Vicky’s Business For Superheroes Book
Vicky’s new book!
Write & Publish Your Book in 90 Days
Email Vicky
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Have you ever seen tiny sheep doing agility courses? Well, hold onto your hats, because this episode contains sheep agility. Also Dingle renovations – all because Vicky and Joe abandoned their Not-A-Plan in favour of a Plan, which is much more useful. Grab a cuppa and a pen and paper, because Vicky is about to organise your entire life so you can achieve all the things you want to – without giving up sleep, family, or general chilling out (because after all, those things are flippin' majestic, amiright?)
Key Takeaways:
[1:45] Vicky and Joe have a Dingle update.
[2:35] Vicky has been teaching sheep agility training.
[4:30] Most people have intentions, not plans.
[5:55] Vicky and Joe have been overwhelmed with renovations to-dos because they didn’t have a plan.
[8:50] Vicky and Joe now know what they’re going to be doing in the next 12 weeks. It feels great and exciting!
[9:25] But what does this really have to do with your business?
[10:40] Always start from the end point and then work backwards.
[14:50] Vicky’s new book is coming out March 19th.
[15:20] If your idea doesn’t work on paper, then there’s no way it’s going to work in real life.
[16:00] Vicky likes to work in 12 week blocks (3 months).
[17:45] How does Vicky structure her week?
[24:25] You need your sleep. Don’t try to cut that short.
[27:20] You have to be realistic with your schedule. You might have to give up some things in order to get your goals done.
[29:20] If you don’t organize your time, your plans are nothing more than dreams.
Mentioned in This Episode:
Vicky’s Business For Superheroes Book
Vicky’s new book!
Write & Publish Your Book in 90 Days
Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, and Overcast
Blogging, Brexit, Rupert Murdoch, and the future of video: this podcast has it all. Joe and Vicky are back in the saddle with the final installment of the 7 Quirks of Successful Business Owners series they started approximately 4,873 years ago. Tune in for the scoop on why you need to have your own media platform, which options you can choose from, and what to do if you can't decide (hint: get yourself an amazing red lippy). Vicky also reveals the launch date of her new book. OooooOOOOOOoooooo!
Key Takeaways:
[2:20] Vicky and Joe are back from Christmas break to continue their 7 Quirks podcast series.
[2:30] Today we’ll be diving into Quirk number 7, which is owning the media!
[4:00] It’s important to read multiple sources about a certain news topic, even if it’s an opinion you disagree with.
[4:20] Quick update about Vicky and Joe’s cottage house, The Dingle!
[5:40] What is classified as ‘media’?
[11:00] There are a lot of local radio stations who are in desperate need of content!
[12:00] By the way, Vicky’s new book will be out in March!!!
[13:10] It’s so important to have your own following outside of social media because they can kick you off it whenever they like.
[16:10] Vicky has some stats for you on why video is king!
[17:55] Use your media to build relationships.
[21:30] Create your own content to build credibility and authority.
[23:15] Don’t be afraid to repurpose your content on other platforms.
[25:40] Have questions? Email Vicky!
Mentioned in This Episode:
Vicky’s Business For Superheroes Book
Vicky’s new book!
Write & Publish Your Book in 90 Days
The name's Pond. Jill Pond. (Like a small body of water, rather than a hot male spy.) This week, I abandon Joe and instead talk to Jill about boobs, pubes, and your smallest viable product. Jill's on the show because her pitch made me snort tea out of my nose, and because she's a copywriter and marketing strategist who GETS IT. Tune in, pay attention, then get cracking.
Key Takeaways:
[1:00] Who is Jill and what does she do?
[4:10] Failing is important! It’s the best way to learn!
[7:00] What kind of copywriting does Jill do now?
[12:45] Jill is awesome because she sent Vicky the best pitch...ever!
[16:15] You have to find that special thing about you. That thing that lights clients up.
[16:35] How does Jill bring on a new client?
[18:30] Nobody wants to build a business around an idea that doesn’t even work.
[22:00] What tips does Jill have for someone who is struggling to be unique?
Mentioned in This Episode:
Vicky’s Business For Superheroes Book
Vicky’s new book!
Write & Publish Your Book in 90 Days