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TMBS E154: Michael Biltz Technology Vision Report 2021

March 12, 2021 by angishields

Tucson Business Radio

TMBS E154: Michael Biltz Technology Vision Report 2021

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CLOSING THE DIGITAL GAP FOR 2021 & BEYOND

21st Annual Accenture Technology Vision Report Shows How Reliance on Technology Has Forever Changed Expectations and Behaviors Creating New Realities Across Every Industry

 Michael Biltz, Managing Director of the Accenture Technology Vision 

Michael Biltz leads Accenture’s Technology Vision R&D group and the company’s annual technology visioning process. Through Accenture’s Technology Vision, Michael defines Accenture’s perspective on the future of technology beyond the current conversations about social, cloud, mobility, and big data to focus on how technology will impact the way we work and live.

The Technology Vision is intended to identify the future technology trends that will have a significant business impact over the next three years. It serves as a guide for how Accenture advises its so that they are in the best position to take advantage of technology shifts and developments.

The Vision provides guidance on what companies should do short-term, as well as over the coming years to prepare for and adapt to these future technology changes.

 www.accenture.com/technologyvision  

BRX Pro Tip: Removing Risk and Anxiety

March 12, 2021 by angishields

BRX Pro Tips

BRX Pro Tip: Removing Risk and Anxiety

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BRX Pro Tip: Removing Risk and Anxiety

Stone Payton: [00:00:00] Welcome back to Business RadioX Pro Tips. Stone Payton and Lee Kantor here with you. Lee, in terms of some sales mechanics, some selling disciplines, one of the things we need to be conscious of and be trying to put some energy toward is, what can we do to reduce, if not remove, risk and anxiety in the people that we’re trying to serve, yeah?

Lee Kantor: [00:00:22] Absolutely. And it’s something you have to acknowledge right away at the beginning when you’re creating your sales process. Assume that whoever you’re selling to is going to have some anxiety about making this kind of a decision, because you’re asking them to stop doing whatever they were doing or adjust whatever they were doing and try this new thing. And this new thing may not work. They may have been burned by other new things in the past. And there is going to be some anxiety on their part in order to try this new thing.

Lee Kantor: [00:00:57] And I know you’re confident about your new thing and you’re confident that your thing is going to deliver, but your prospect isn’t. So, they need to feel, you know, kind of safe that they’re making a wise decision. So, some of the things you can be doing is remove some of the risk. What more can you do to ease them into taking some sort of an action to kind of sample what you’re doing in a safe way where you’re alleviating some of that anxiety? What more can you do that can move them away from the inertia of not making a decision?

Lee Kantor: [00:01:33] Because that’s really the biggest thing most people are dealing with when they are selling is that, their prospect doesn’t make any choice. It’s not that they buy something else. They just do whatever they were doing in the past and they don’t make a decision to take action at all. So, what could you be doing to get them to take some kind of baby step action to get them moving along the path to trying and buying what you’re selling? Is there something you can do to create a deadline? Can you force kind of a decision on their part? Can you create more desire for them to not want to miss out on the opportunity? If you could do some of those things, you’ll find that your customer or your prospect will be buying more and be less of a fence sitter.

John Mansfield with Chemical Guys and Detail Garage

March 12, 2021 by angishields

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Franchise Marketing Radio

John Mansfield with Chemical Guys and Detail Garage

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John Mansfield has spent the past 20 years working with a number of innovative consumer brands.

He is currently the Chief Revenue Officer of Chemical Guys, a leading automotive lifestyle brand specializing in car care products where he is responsible the overall revenue and market share growth strategies for the company.

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Rome Floyd Chamber Small Business Spotlight – Sheree Williams with The Spires at Berry College and Eric Vaughn with the Northwest Georgia Council of the Boy Scouts of America

March 11, 2021 by angishields

Rome Business Radio

Rome Floyd Chamber Small Business Spotlight - Sheree Williams with The Spires at Berry College and Eric Vaughn with the Northwest Georgia Council of the Boy Scouts of America

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John Ramsay with Noodles & Company

March 11, 2021 by angishields

Franchise Marketing Radio

John Ramsay with Noodles & Company

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With over 28 years of experience in restaurant franchise sales and development, John Ramsay joined Noodles & Company in November of 2020 as the Vice President of Franchise Sales. The Colorado chain plans to step on the gas pedal in future years and John will be critical in supporting Noodles’ restaurant growth initiatives.

Prior to Noodles, John most recently held positions in franchise and restaurant growth efforts for Bruxie International and Marco’s Pizza Franchising. John’s successful career includes the growth of over 900 restaurants across all 50 states and 12 different countries.

Having graduated from Virginia Tech University with an architecture degree, his vast skillset came through during his early career positions in design, construction and real estate for brands such as T.G.I. Friday’s and Jack in the Box.

Currently, Noodles & Company has over 450 locations across 29 states. To learn more about our franchising opportunities, visit https://www.noodles.com/franchising/.

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Nicole Alburger with Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa

March 11, 2021 by angishields

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Franchise Marketing Radio

Nicole Alburger with Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa

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Hand & Stone Massage & Facial Spa offers professional Massage, Facial and Hair Removal services tailored to your individual needs.

They are open seven days a week with extended hours so you can look and feel your best affordably.

Nicole Alburger, joined Hand & Stone in 2013 as the Director of Franchise Development.

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Steve Jackson with Hungry Howie’s Pizza

March 11, 2021 by angishields

Franchise Marketing Radio

Steve Jackson with Hungry Howie's Pizza

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Steve Jackson is a seasoned industry veteran with almost 50 years of experience — having played an integral role in the success of Hungry Howie’s since its inception in 1973 when he worked as a delivery boy for founder, Jim Hearn.

Steve made an impression as a young teen, but left for college to study to become a teacher. Because of the lack of jobs available, he came home from college, met with Jim and decided to open a second location of what was then the first Hungry Howie’s Pizza.

In 1983, they awarded their first franchise, and within the next 3 years, 65 franchises were opened within the Hungry Howie’s system. Today, Steve is CEO and he’s seen incredible growth with nearly 550 locations in 21 states!

The concept has emerged as a major player within the pizza marketplace, consistently ranking in the top 10 of the nation’s largest pizza franchises.

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Coach the Coach: Entrepreneur and Author Gary Smith

March 11, 2021 by angishields

Coach The Coach

Coach the Coach: Entrepreneur and Author Gary Smith

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With the release of his latest book, Purpose driven Achievement, Gary Smith is on a mission to help both businesses and individuals find, activate, and execute on the achievement of their global and individual purposes in life.

Gary Smith is the founder of Gary L. Smith, LLC. As a businessman and entrepreneur for over 45 years, Gary is on a mission to help businesses and individuals live happier, more fulfilled lives by discovering and executing on their unique life purposes.

Through his diverse business career, Gary has consulted with and presented to people around the world. Whether developing a global technology plan for an international medical corporation, teaching the principles of strategic planning to a church board, conducting a seminar on team-building for the management staff of a continuing care retirement community, or helping a group of senior executives enhance their time management skills, Gary creates an atmosphere of passion and enthusiasm, combined with caring and insight, as he leads people to a new level of desire and equips them with the tools to succeed in the attainment of their goals.

Gary is the author of several books, including his latest work – Purpose Driven Achievement: A common sense approach to effectively using purpose, energy, planning, and execution to achieve your most ambitious business and personal dreams.

Gary is a business consultant, business and personal coach, and a professional speaker.

Gary received his BS degree in Manufacturing Engineering and Technology from Brigham Young University, and his MBA in Operations Management from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

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Magi Kapllani with DEA Music and Art School

March 10, 2021 by angishields

Franchise Marketing Radio

Magi Kapllani with DEA Music and Art School

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Meet Magi Kapllani, a native of Albania, and the founder of the Staten Island-based DEA Music and Art who will discuss how her program of teaching children music and art created the opportunity to franchise her brand.

DEA Music and Art currently has three Staten Island locations (Rosebank, Willowbrook, and Tottenville) and is targeting franchising growth along the east coast primarily in New York and New Jersey. Kapllani’s parents are well-known, classically trainedmusicians in Albania, and established a popular music school and center for culture in the area, named DEA Center of the Arts.

In 1999, Kapllani came to the U.S. to attend the piano performance master’s program at the University of Illinois, and performed all over Chicago. After moving to New York City, Kapllani (2003) decided to start her own school, called DEA Music and Art, to meet the demand from parents who were seeking high-quality music and art education.

A school where children could learn to build self-confidence through the creativity of music and art. DEA Music and Art studios are run by musicians and artists who have dedicated their lives to performing and teaching.

The children are taught these life enhancing skills in both one-on-one and group lessons. Every student benefit from tailor-made music and art instruction that is designed to meet the child’s specific goals and aspirations. To date, DEA Music and Art has performed at Madison Square Garden and Radio City Music Hall. In today’s COVID-19 climate, the brand is offering virtual classes enrolling students from all over the country.

Connect with Magi on LinkedIn.