Juli Baranik and Daryl Urbanski discussed the importance of automation and optimization in scaling a podcast, as well as balancing career and family, acquiring clients from scratch, building genuine connections, and prioritizing relationships for success.

They emphasized the value of taking calculated risks, learning from failures, networking, building relationships, active listening, and prioritizing mutual support to achieve personal growth and success. Juli and Daryl also discussed the importance of building authentic relationships through podcasting and leveraging online platforms for business growth.

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Episode Highlights

Entrepreneurship journey from nursing to IT marketing and podcasting with Juli Baranik

  • Julie Baranik shares her journey from nursing to podcasting entrepreneurship.
  • Julie started her career as a registered nurse but transitioned to IT marketing and consulting after 11 years.
  • She now helps podcasters build and grow their businesses using her expertise from working with Fortune 500 companies.

Entrepreneurship, self-taught skills, and balancing work and family life

  • Daryl Urbanski talked about his journey in business, including starting a side business while working a full-time job and eventually making the jump to full-time entrepreneurship.

  • Juli Baranik discussed the challenges of running a business while also working a night shift as a nurse, including sleep deprivation and finding time to work on her business during the week.

  • Juli Baranik shares her journey from nursing to photography, emphasizing the importance of self-teaching and motivation.

  • Juli advises single moms to teach themselves new skills and pursue their passions, despite uncertainty and challenges.

Building relationships and finding clients through networking and marketing

  • Juli recommends reaching out to contacts in phone and LinkedIn for business advice.

  • Daryl Urbanski and Juli Baranik discuss identifying dream clients and building relationships through podcasting and social media.

  • Juli Baranik emphasizes the importance of proving one's services through small-scale projects and obtaining testimonials before scaling up the business.

Podcasting, building relationships, and AI tools

  • Juli Baranik emphasizes building genuine relationships with guests on podcasts, leading to potential business opportunities.

  • Daryl Urbanski agrees, citing his own experience of using podcast interviews to stay in touch with potential clients and grow his business.

  • Daryl Urbanski and Juli Baranik discuss common mistakes podcasters make, such as trying to do everything by hand and relying on AI tools.

  • Urbanski shares his experience of building his own podcast platform on WordPress to maintain control and maximize Google traffic.

Using online marketing for business growth

  • Juli Baranik shares her experience of moving to BC at 18, finding work through online marketing campaigns.

  • Baranik highlights the potential for people to make the most of online opportunities.

  • Juli Baranik highlights common mistakes podcasters make, including not asking for help and not using it to grow their business.

Podcasting, building relationships, and networking

  • Juli Baranik targets six and seven figure female entrepreneurs as her dream clients and invites them to be guests on her podcast to build relationships and create valuable content.

  • Juli Baranik received 86 responses from people interested in being guests on her podcast after posting on Facebook, showing the potential for building a community through podcasting.

  • Juli Baranik automated guest booking process for podcasters, refined it with clients, and saw improved efficiency and connection.

  • Daryl Urbanski focused on building relationships with dream clients through podcasting, leading to potential sales opportunities.

  • Daryl Urbanski and Juli Baranik discuss the importance of helping others in business, with Daryl sharing his experience of offering free services to prove his worth and Juli emphasizing the value of asking how to best support each other.

  • Juli Baranik shares her experience of asking podcast guests how to best support each other, leading to opportunities for collaboration and reciprocity, and Daryl agrees that it's important to do good business and not burn bridges.

Active listening, relationship-based lead generation, and future industry trends

  • Juli and Daryl discuss the importance of active listening and not getting flustered in business interactions.

  • Active listening is crucial for building meaningful relationships and connecting with others.

  • Daryl Urbanski shares insights on relationship-based lead gen, AI, and industry trends.

Building relationships through podcasting, focusing on reciprocity and networking

  • Juli Baranik and Daryl Urbanski emphasize the importance of human connection and referrals in building relationships.

  • They suggest giving referrals to others to receive referrals, and prioritizing genuine connections over automation.

  • Daryl Urbanski and Juli Baranik discuss the importance of reciprocity in building relationships and networking.

  • They emphasize the value of giving without expecting anything in return, as it can lead to mutually beneficial connections.

  • Juli Baranik provides simple ways for listeners to get in touch and learn more about podcasting.

  • Juli encourages listeners to connect with her on Instagram and her podcast, Seven Figure Builder.

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