Episodes

  • An Innovative Strategy for Using Data to Influence Behavior with Jim Harenchar, CEO at Response Marketing Group
    Nov 6 2024

    In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Jim Harenchar, CEO of Response Marketing Group (RMG). They discuss RMG's innovative "smart pixel" technology, which identifies and profiles website visitors by matching IP addresses with a comprehensive database of public information. The episode highlights the critical role of data in understanding consumer behavior and improving marketing strategies.


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    Lee - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurray
    Jim - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jharenchar/


    #ExploringGrowthPodcast #DataDrivenMarketing #ConsumerBehavior #ResponseMarketingGroup #SmartPixel #Bullseye #MarketingInnovation

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    42 mins
  • Balancing Paid vs Organic Marketing While Growing from $0 to $30kMRR with Sam Chlebowski, Co-Founder at Motion.io
    Oct 30 2024

    In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Sam Chlebowski, founder and CEO of Motion.io, to discuss the company’s growth journey and the balance between organic and paid marketing strategies. Sam shares valuable lessons learned from early marketing efforts, providing insights into the strategic evolution of Motion.io's marketing initiatives. The conversation highlights the critical significance of customer engagement in driving success.


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    Lee - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurray
    Sam - https://www.linkedin.com/in/samboesky/


    #ExploringGrowthPodcast #MarketingStrategies #ProductValidation #CustomerEngagement #SamChlebowski #OrganicMarketing #PaidAdvertising #Chlebowski


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    52 mins
  • Constructing Top & Bottom Line Growth with Chad Prinkey, Founder& CEO of Well Built Consulting
    Oct 23 2024

    In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Chad Prinkey, founder and CEO of Well Built Consulting, to discuss the challenges confronting general contractors (GCs) and specialty contractors in the construction industry. They emphasize the significance of operational excellence and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Together, they explore the pitfalls of the low-bid procurement model and the critical need for companies to provide real value beyond merely being the lowest bidder.


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    Lee - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurray
    Chad - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-prinkey/


    #ExploringGrowthPodcast #ConstructionIndustry #OperationalExcellence #CustomerExperience #ChadPrinkey #ValueBeyondPrice #GeneralContractors

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    51 mins
  • Creating An Environment of Failure with Karen Wright Gordon, CEO of 5 Dynamics
    Oct 16 2024

    In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray engages in a compelling conversation with Karen Wright Gordon, CEO of 5 Dynamics. They talk about cultivating a workplace culture that embraces failure. They delve into the idea of "intelligent failure," where calculated risks and thoughtful experimentation are encouraged. This episode emphasizes that a culture that accepts failure can lead to improved business outcomes and sustained innovation.


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    Lee - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurray
    Karen - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenwrightgordon/


    #ExploringGrowthPodcast #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership #EmbracingFailure #IntelligentFailure #KarenWrightGordon #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #KarenWrightGordon #5Dynamics #IntelligentFailure #InnovationCulture #PsychologicalSafety

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    39 mins
  • The Adventures of Taking a Consumer Product to Market with Angie Ruff, CPG Consultant at Flavor Craft Consulting
    Oct 9 2024

    In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray chats with Angie Ruff, CPG Consultant at Flavor Craft Consulting. They dive into the complexities of bringing products to market, stressing the need to solve consumer problems while balancing technical and creative elements through effective storytelling. This episode provides practical advice for those navigating the product branding landscape.


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    Lee - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurray
    Angie - https://www.linkedin.com/in/angieruff/


    #ExploringGrowthPodcast #ProductBranding #CPGIndustry #ConsumerInsights #EntrepreneurChallenges #AngieRuff #StorytellingInMarketing #UserExperience #FlavorCraftConsultant #ProductDevelopment #ProductBranding #CPG

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    41 mins
  • The Future of Emerging U.S. Cities & An Economically Diverse America with Julie Huls, Founder & CEO of Waymaker Group
    Oct 2 2024

    In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray speaks with Julie Huls, founder and CEO of the Waymaker Group. They talk about the transformation of mid-sized U.S. cities in response to technological advancements, particularly AI. They explore the need for a long-term vision and the challenges in engaging entrepreneurs. The discussion emphasizes coalition-building and modernizing strategies to foster innovation and resilience in these communities.


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    Lee - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurray
    Julie - https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliehuls/


    #ExploringGrowthPodcast #TechTransformation #AIandInnovation #EconomicResilience #EntrepreneurialEcosystems #JulieHall #BusinessGrowth #MidSizedCities #CollaborativeGrowth

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    51 mins
  • A Simple Solution to SEO with David Kaminski, CEO of Collaborate Pros
    Sep 25 2024


    In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with David Kaminsky, CEO of Collaborate Pros, to dive into the dynamic world of SEO and the impact of AI. They highlight the necessity of crafting discoverable and relevant content, emphasizing strategic linking and harnessing AI for content creation. David also reveals practical strategies to boost online visibility and drive growth for businesses.


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    Lee - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurray
    David - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-kaminski-370684241/


    #ExploringGrowthPodcast #BusinessInsights #EntrepreneurialJourney #BusinessExpansion #EmbracingGrowth #MarketingTalk #DavidKaminski #CollaboratePros #SEOTrends #ContentStrategy

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    46 mins
  • Growing Sales: The Oxygen of Your Organization with Dominik Tarolli, Founder of WinInTheUSA.com
    Sep 18 2024

    In this episode of "Exploring Growth," host Lee Murray chats with Dominik Tarolli about creating an effective sales process, or "sales machine." They explain how many businesses lack a formal sales plan, which leads to inefficiencies. He advocates for a systematic approach to sales, focusing on understanding customer needs, building trust, and the importance of follow-ups.


    Have a guest recommendation, question, or just want to connect?
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    Lee - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurray
    Dominik - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominiktarolli/


    #ExploringGrowthPodcast #BusinessInsights #EntrepreneurialJourney #BusinessExpansion #EmbracingGrowth #MarketingTalk #DominikTarolli #WinInTheUSA #SalesMachine

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    36 mins