Oct. 22, 2019
E1 – What is marketing?
What is marketing? Everybody always goes on about it and as business owners you know you’re supposed to do it, but it helps to know exactly what it is you’re supposed to be doing!
In the first ever episode of this brand new podcast the team help outline what marketing actually entails, to help you better understand your aims, remain within your budget and be able to implement your strategy.
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28 Jun
Loki Ep3 – Love is…..[Insert deep & meaningful analogy here]
Love is like a weekly dose of Loki & friends adventuring across the universe in all its wonderful time lines. Well thats the best we could come up with anyway! Check out this weeks dissection...
24 Jun
Interview – Chris Kelly (Campfire IT)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Da Vinci Hub member Chris Kelly of Campfire IT to learn more about his business. For more information about their services or to get in touch call...
21 Jun
Ep15 – Two heads are better than one (Claire Dallas – Dallas Consulting)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
21 Jun
Interview – Mark Latham (Utopia Design)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Da Vinci Hub member Mark Latham of Utopia Design to learn more about his business. For more details about Utopia’s services simply call 0844 504 5678 or...
21 Jun
Loki Ep2 – I knew I’d look fine as a woman
Loki't or not, but our favourite scallywag has got himself into a right pickle, or more specifically a fight with himself - well we mean herself - or perhaps himself versus herself? Oh bugger,...
21 Jun
Interview – Lynne Sedgwick (Wirral Society to the Blind and Partially Sighted)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Da Vinci Hub member Lynne Sedgwick of Wirral Society to the Blind and Partially Sighted to learn more about the charity. For more information on their services...
16 Jun
Wanda Vision Ep1-3 – Fast Forward a Generation
Getting into your Marvel TV universe? Maybe you're on a re-watch of Wanda Vision to see how it might tie in with Falcon & the Winter Soldier & Loki? In this episode The Two Marks...
14 Jun
The Business Spotlight – Ep14 – Essential Interior Design tips for the home & office (Ishtar Ali – Ancora Interiors)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
13 Jun
Loki Ep1 – Well that was bad timing
We'd be lying if we didn't admit that a little bit of wee dribbled out with excitement at the premier of our favourite cheeky scamp's TV series, Loki. The Two Marks (& by the two...
09 Jun
Go Fish – Ep46 – Do Reviews really matter to your business?
We are delighted to unveil the debut episode of our brand new host, Ishtar Ali of Ancora Interiors! It is said that getting customer feedback is crucial to maintaining and evolving your service quality so,...
08 Jun
Interview – Charlotte Simister (Cadagio Limited)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Da Vinci Hub member Charlotte Simister of Cadagio Limited to learn more about her business. For more information on their services or to arrange a chat 0151...
08 Jun
Ep13 – The Secret to Social Media Success (Chris Roxburgh – My Marketing Guy)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
08 Jun
Interview – Mark Pollard (Funky Vibes Marketing)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Einstein Hub member Mark Pollard of Funky Vibes Marketing to learn more about his business. For more information on their services or to arrange a chat call...
26 May
A Star Trek Teaser Trailer Breakdown Sandwich
The Star Trek Discovery Season 4 & Star Trek Picard trailers might have only been a couple of minutes long (in the case of Picard not even that), but you can be assured that...
26 May
Ep40 – Can an employer demand staff take COVID tests?
This week we discuss a very topical subject - can employers demand staff take COVID tests? With many businesses opening up, in some instances for the first time in 18 months, and with all required...
20 May
Interview – Andrew Bagnall (Johnstone Howell & Co Accountants)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Da Vinci Hub member Andrew Bagnall of Johnstone and Howell Accountants to learn more about his business. For more information call 0151 356 1496, email accountants@johnstonehowell.co.uk or...
20 May
Ep12 – How we survived, adapted & expanded during the high street COVID crisis (Sam Peddie – The Barn)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
20 May
Ep3 – Adele King (Utility Warehouse)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Da Vinci Hub member Adele King of Utility Warehouse to learn more about her business. For more information about the wide range of services and savings offered...
20 May
Ep1 – Introducing the brand new Barn!
Our first ever episode & boy do we have some exciting news. Despite a worldwide pandemic which shut the high street down for a year, we are still very much here! In this episode we...
18 May
Ep7 – The Top Scorer Debate
With just 2 games remaining the lads (and by lads we mean those who are in the running) debate who might win the golden boot, we mull over whether ringers are just wrong and...
14 May
Interview – Dave Forrest (Myriad Mortgages)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Einstein Hub member Dave Forrest of Myriad Mortgages to learn more about his business. If you would like to know more about Myriad’s services call 0151 489...
14 May
Ep11 – Telling the right story (Chloe Richards – 617 Brand Strategy & Communications)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
11 May
Ep45 – Does your imagery capture your brand?
This week the gang are joined by Sarah White of Sarah White Photography to discuss the importance of imagery and more specifically, brand imagery. What does the images you use for your business say about...
30 Apr
Interview – Emma Hutt (The Word Hutt)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Da Vinci Hub member Emma Hutt of The Word Hutt to learn more about her business. If you would like to know more about The Word Hutt's...
29 Apr
Interview – Gary Evans (BHA)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Einstein Hub member Gary Evans of Blue House Accountancy to learn more about his business. For more information on their services or to arrange a chat call...
29 Apr
Ep39 – Why setup a Limited Liability Partnership
You may have heard of a Limited Liability Partnership business or LLP, but do you know what they are and why you might want to choose this business structure over being a Limited company...
27 Apr
Ep2 – Gary Evans (BHA)
In this episode of the podcast the team interview Einstein Hub member Gary Evans of Blue House Accountancy who provides some useful tips on accounting for businesses. For more information on their services or to...
13 Apr
Justice League – The Synder Cut Review
On the basis that DC's first efforts was so badly received by the cinema going world, Zach Synder only had to add an extra scene with Jason Momoa topless and he was likely to...
13 Apr
Interview – Helen Collins (Luva Marketing)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Einstein Hub member Helen Collins of Luva Marketing to learn more about her business. For more information on their full range of services call 07809 904 441,...
01 Apr
Ep44 – Lockdown Stories
It's been a tough ol' 12 months for businesses but we wanted to inspire people with some stories about businesses who have faced down the challenges and come up with great solutions to keep...
24 Mar
Interview – Alec Hughes (Equity Release)
n this episode of the podcast we interview Da Vinci Hub member Alec Hughes of Equity Release to learn more about his business. For more information about his services call 07753177582, email alec.hughes@eradvice.co.uk or visit...
24 Mar
Ep38 – Have you inadvertently waived the right to forfeit your lease?
With the protections afforded by the government to commercial lease tenants during the pandemic due to end soon, Rob Boon discusses how landlords who want to recover their property may inadvertently waive their right...
24 Mar
Interview – Richard Wiltshire (Direct Cleaning)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Einstein Hub member Richie Wiltshire of Direct Cleaning Group to learn more about his business. For more information about their services call 03300 02 02 88, email...
12 Mar
Interview – Carl Birch (Eco Decor)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Da Vinci Hub member Carl Birch of Eco Decor to learn more about his business. If you would like to know more about Eco Decor’s services call...
12 Mar
Ep37 – The Risk of Sub-Contracting
Does your business use sub contractors? Are you a sub contractor yourself? If so, this is definitely the episode for you as commercial expert Robert Boon discusses how these types of relationships need to...
10 Mar
Interview – Adele King (Utility Warehouse)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Einstein Hub member Adele King of Utility Warehouse to learn more about her business. For more information about the wide range of services and savings offered by...
10 Mar
Ep43 – Secrets to Effective Email Marketing
How many of you want a mailing list for your business? How many have a 'subscribe here' option on their website which never gets used? Would you like to correct both of these problems? In...
26 Feb
Interview – Mark Latham (Utopia Design & Marketing)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Da Vinci Hub member Mark Latham of Utopia Design and Marketing to learn more about his business. For more details about Utopia's services simply call 0844...
24 Feb
Ep42 – Has COVID-19 changed our social media behaviour?
Our use of social media has changed dramatically during the pandemic lockdown as people seek company and connection with friends and family, entertainment during the countless hours at home and information when looking to...
22 Feb
Interview – Neil Owens (Sure Business Systems)
In this episode of the podcast we interview Einstein Hub member Neil Owens of Sure Business Systems to learn more about his business. For more information visit surebusiness.co.uk, call 0151 363 7373 or email sales@surebusiness.co.uk NewGen Networking...
22 Feb
Ep36 – COVID-19 Business Interruption Insurance Update
Many businesses have been impacted by COVID-19 and all should have business insurance, but the big question this last few months has been do they have business interruption cover in that policy and can...
11 Nov
Ep6 – A Return to the New Normal
October's results were a return to normal, or perhaps more accurately the new normal. In this episode the lads take a look at the results in October and discuss a host of news such as...
02 Nov
S3 Ep3 – Intergalactic Courier Beef
Brace yourself, it feels like there is a rant on the horizon, as Episode 3 is greeted with mixed reactions by 'The Two Marks'. Was this an episode that disappointed or was barks frustrations...
28 Oct
Ep32 – The Benefits of Video & Audio
With technology continuing to become more readily available to people, both audio and video and the ability to access and use them to promote your business are becoming more commonplace. This week the gang look...
28 Oct
Ep28 – Relief from Sanctions
Sometimes even the best laid plans can go wrong. Mistakes happen, occasionally things are misunderstood or you forget to put important dates in your diary. Whatever it might be, when it comes to legal...
26 Oct
S3 Ep2 – Shots Fired
Episode 1 began with a bang as Burnham Crash landed into a planet on her head. Episode 2 also begins with a bang, but this time it is the sound of shots being fired,...
22 Oct
Ep31 – The Art of Presentations
Presentations are a great opportunity to sell your business, whether this is at a seminar, network event or sales pitch to a prospective client. However there are certain ingredients which are essential to ensure...
22 Oct
Ep27 – Tenant Eviction Rules Update
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have a profound impact on the landlord and tenant sector as the latest wave of rule changes about evicting tenants comes into play. Check out this episode which has Jonathan...
19 Oct
S3 Ep1 – Ergonomic Oversights
Well its here! The first ever episode of Disco Fever, or...well kind of...is it? Man we're confused already! Anyway, 'The Two Marks' get elbow deep into dissecting the first episode of Star Trek Discovery's season...
14 Oct
Ep30 – The Benefits of a Mobile App
This week we have Martin Haley of Eazi Apps who is an expert on mobile apps. The recent COVID-19 pandemic has forced businesses to move online to offer their services. With extra challenges such as social distancing...
09 Oct
Ep26 – Forcing disclosure of documents
In Episode 24, expert Jonathan Field Went through what we mean by the term disclosure and how it can be the difference between success and failure in a legal dispute. This week Jonathan looks more...
07 Oct
Ep29 – What makes a good post
With social media being so readily available, many have never been taught or perhaps ever thought about the best way to use the platform to generate brand awareness or new customers. In this episode the...
07 Oct
Ep25 – Getting a Security for Costs
There is a fundamental principle that UK Citizens can enforce their rights through the court process. Unfortunately some start cases out of malicious intent, others with no real prospects of success and others knowing...
07 Oct
Ep9 – The benefit of Mobile Apps (Martin Haley – Eazi Apps)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
07 Oct
Ep5 – September…what September!
After less than successful September we might be forgiven for wanting to try and forget it ever existed, but the boys discuss what they feel went wrong and how it can be put right...
30 Sep
Ep28 – Pay-Per-Click
We have all used Google to look for things, but how many understand the process of getting your business to show at the top? No, we're not talking about search engine optimisation, but rather pay-per-click...
24 Sep
Ep27 – The Sales Funnel
When we mention the word funnel we don't mean the kitchen appliance but rather the process used to convert leads into actual customers. In this episode the team look at this concept in more detail...
23 Sep
Ep24 – Disclosure
It sounds like a simple and rather dull topic but as you will find by listening to Jonathan Field in this episode, it is actually probably the most important, tactically influenced and sometimes most...
16 Sep
Ep26 – Pinterest
You might of heard of Pinterest but do you know what it actually is and how to use it? If you thought Pinterest was a social media platform or didn't realise it competes with Google...
16 Sep
EP23 – Unfair Dismissal
At a time when a worldwide pandemic has made losing your job a real possibility, it is important to understand when it is fair and when it is not to terminate someone's employment. This week...
03 Sep
Ep25 – Direct Marketing
The world might largely feel online these days but it isn't the only way to tap into your perfect client. Sometimes the more tried, tested and traditional methods are the best! In this episode the...
03 Sep
Ep22 – Alcohol Licensing
As has been the case for most of the last 5 months, COVID-19 is the topic of the town and today's episode is no different. With pubs being reopened, expert Chris Johnson discusses important factors...
27 Aug
Ep21 – Legal Guard
It is something which we have mentioned repeatedly on Previous shows and so we figured it might be a good idea to do an episode to explain exactly what Legal Guard is and the...
27 Aug
Ep8 – The Property Marketing – COVID-19 Special Part II
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
27 Aug
Ep24 – CRM Systems
Mention the word CRM and quite often peoples eyes glaze over. Presumably it is because people don't fully understand what it means and the opportunities it can present to creating work for your business. Thankfully...
17 Aug
Ep20 – Professional Negligence
When you go to an expert for help with an issue, you are reliant upon their specialist knowledge and advice. So what happens then if those experts make a mistake and that mistake results...
17 Aug
Ep23 – Facebook
During the COVID-19 lockdown Facebook's 3 billion customers increased their use of the platform by over 10%! With that volume of traffic you would be crazy not to capitalise on attracting new prospective audiences...
06 Aug
Ep19 – The Business Interruption Insurance Debate
All businesses are required to have insurance in order to trade. Some policies include a provision that allows you to be reimbursed for lost income due to certain circumstances. This is called business interruption...
05 Aug
Ep18 – Redundancy
As the government furlough scheme begins to wind down and businesses start to feel the full effect of the recent pandemic, unfortunately redundancies are being announced on almost a daily basis. With this in...
05 Aug
Ep22 – The importance of having a website
During the COVID-19 lockdown, purchases through websites grew by an estimated 76%! With fears of a second wave coming in the winter and potential lockdown measurers being reintroduced, the gang discuss the importance of businesses...
23 Jul
Ep17 – Tenant Evictions Update
When the COVID-19 lockdown was introduced by the Government, so too were new rules about how or whether landlords could evict existing tenants. In this episode, expert Jonathan Field discusses the current rules and looks...
16 Jul
Ep16 – Probate
When you lose a loved one there are state needs to be distributed. This process is called probate. This weeks episode features Wills & Probate expert Gina Stanton, who explains the process and the various...
16 Jul
Ep15 – Tenant Deposit
In 2012 the government introduced a scheme that offered security and protection to both landlord and tenants when dealing with deposits for rented properties. In this episode, expert Mark Johnson looks at the rules covering...
16 Jul
Ep14 – Settlement Agreement
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant effect on the economy and redundancies are becoming commonplace in the news. In this episode Chris Johnson provides expert advice for both employers and employees who may be...
16 Jul
Ep13 – Financial Orders
In episode 7 Chris Johnson looked at the process of divorce. In this weeks show he develops that to look at the part of the process which involves the two sides agreeing how their...
16 Jul
Ep21 – Your Actions, right now!
In difficult times it is often actions that create solutions. This week the team discuss what actions they are taking or would recommend in the current COOVID-19 climate to get businesses up and running...
16 Jul
Ep7 – Legal Business Support (Rob Boon – Johnson and Boon Solicitors)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
14 Jul
Ep6 – Events (Becky Waterfield – Funky Sunflower)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
14 Jul
Ep4 – Football Manager
After returning safely from a pre-season tour with China, The boys face their biggest task before the season starts, the correcting of a great wrong in the history books as we face Prescot Cables...
08 Jul
Ep20 – Who is my perfect customer?
One of the biggest mistakes people make with their marketing is to use a broad brush approach and assume everybody is interested in everything all of the time. In this episode the team break down...
08 Jul
Ep6 – COVID-19 Queue Ideas
Many are now able to open for business following the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown but have had to adapt their premises and introduce queue systems to enable social distancing. In this episode we look at some...
30 Jun
Ep19 – Marketing within GDPR
Whenever you consider marketing to existing or prospective customers there will be the use of data involved in contacting them. The Big question is whether you have collected that data legally and used it...
17 Jun
Ep18 – LinkedIn
Are you somebody who has thousands of LinkedIn connections but no idea how to actually make use of them to generate new customers for your business? Well if that's the case don't panic because we...
17 Jun
Ep5 – GDPR (Ian Sinclair-Ford – Data Guardsman)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
17 Jun
Ep12 – Reopening Commercial Premises
The lockdown is easing and businesses are starting to reopen. That is great news for the economy, but creates a number of potential risks and issues to landlords and business owners who now need...
10 Jun
Ep17 – Social Media for Beginners
The massive increase in social media use this lockdown is clear evidence of importance in knowing the basics for using these platforms to promote your business. In this episode the team are joined by special...
09 Jun
Ep11 – The Importance of having a Will
It's something many of us put off time and again because it just doesn't seem all that urgent or perhaps we really just do not like talking about something that makes us feel uncomfortable. Unfortunately...
07 Jun
Ep3 – Football Manager
After being told we have no money to spend, the lads decide to dabble in the free agent market, whilst juggling the highly controversial pre-season tour of China, and does Yaz have a weird...
03 Jun
Ep16 – Marketing for Start-ups
Starting your business is a brave thing to do to begin with and its made even more so when you realise there is no one around to guide you through many of the pitfalls. This...
03 Jun
Ep10 – Partnership Dissolution
Follow on in our series of business structure guides, in this episode we look at how partnerships can be dissolved and the challenges that might be faced if the right documents are not in...
01 Jun
Team Mate – Vitor Da Silva
It's the turn of our Portuguese predator Vitor Da Silva in the hot seat as he lets slip who he thinks is the least sophisticated & who he would have play him in a...
31 May
Ep2 – Football Manager
It wasn't the best of starts in our career as John 'Yozza' Hughes, managing the Chesh in the Premier League on Football Manager 2020, but at least we are now up and running. In this...
29 May
Team Mate – Sam Dickson
He sends opponents defences fleeing in terror & now he turns his attentions on his team mates! Find out who Sammy Dicko thinks is the fastest player, as he ploughs straight into the eye of...
27 May
Ep15 – Public Relations
PR is a phrase many will recognise but perhaps few will truly understand. This week the gang are joined by PR expert Daniel Al Said to properly unravel the meaning of public relations, how it...
26 May
Ep9 – Directors Duties
Following on from last week's episode covering business structures in the UK, you the listeners decided that this week you wanted to delve deeper into the duties of those who have to run one...
24 May
Ep4 – Property (Dave Forrest – Myriad Mortgages)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
23 May
Ep14 – Q&A Session
It's your turn to choose the topics as the team let the listeners ask questions they feel are most pressing during these strange times. If you would like to get in touch to ask a...
23 May
Ep1 – Football Manager
Well its the launch of our brand new special series #Chesh Football Manager 2020 and it certainly hasn't gotten off to a great start. A club on the edge of financial ruin, we may have...
23 May
Ep8 – Business Structures
It isn't always explained to people when they set out on a new business venture that the structure they choose might have a huge impact on how they operate, the tax they pay, where...
22 May
Team Mate – Dan Mulvihill
The man of the people is up! Find out who Mr Mulvihull selected to live with him on a desert island and who his thinks is the direst b#stard in the team... If you would...
20 May
Competition Time
We wanted to reward our listeners by offering the chance to win some fantastic prizes for not an awful lot of effort! To enter you simply need to follow us on one of our social...
20 May
Team Mate – Perry Hughes
It's the turn of El Capitan Perry Hughes to dish the dirt on his compadres (helped by the impromptu gatecrashing by another team mate!). Find out who Pez would have play him in a movie...
20 May
Ep13 – Lockdown Lethargy
The irony in the gap since our last show and the title of this one are not lost on us! This episode the gang cover things that you can do to get your marketing...
20 May
Ep3 – Personal Development (Gayle Tong – Enrichment Coaching)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
20 May
Ep7 – Divorce
It is a difficult time for all concerned, so it helps to understand the process involved and the criteria required for securing a divorce should it be needed. This week Chris Johnson goes through all...
18 May
Ep5 – Social Media Content
There is a misconception that simply posting content will generate an audience and engagement, but actually the quality of that content will very much determine whether you turn people off or drive them to...
18 May
Team Mate – Steve MeGarrey
Our newly crowned Golden Boot winner & Fans Player of the Year gets to tell us whether it's more difficult playing in defence or upfront & wades into the fastest player debate. Check out...
13 May
Team Mate – Dylan Westerside
Defensive tower, Dylan Westerside is next up in the spotlight and shares who he thinks has the worst barnet in the squad! If you would like to learn more about the club visit www.cheshirelinesfc.co.uk or...
11 May
Team Mate – Michael White
The cat, Michael White has been easy pickings for the keepie-uppie challenge call-out so far, but now is his time to get his own back. Which outfield player does our goalkeeper think will loose...
09 May
Team Mate – Matt Hints
Reigning Player of the Year, mercurial midfielder Matty Hints is up in the Team Mate hot seat. Who did he pick as the worst dressed team mate?! If you would like to learn more about...
08 May
Team Mate – Mike Brennan
Fresh from blow-drying his luscious locks, cultured centre back Mikey Brennan takes to the hot seat to dig the dirt on his team mates. If you would like to learn more about the club visit...
05 May
Ep6 – Child Access
When children are involved in a situation there is always more to consider, particularly if they are living between separated parent's homes or are in some way vulnerable to abuse or neglect. In this episode,...
05 May
Player Awards 2019/20 Promo
The Chesh would like to invite you to join us at the biggest night of the year, our End of Season Awards Celebration. FRIDAY 15 MAY 2020 | Hosted on Zoom. With awards, games &...
04 May
Team Mate – Conor Porteous
Mercurial midfielder & all round nice guy Conor Porteous is up next to chat about his team mates. If you would like to learn more about the club visit www.cheshirelinesfc.co.uk or download their FREE mobile...
03 May
Team Mate – Adam Todd
It's the turn of young midfield Adam Todd to spill the beans on his team mates. If you would like to learn more about the club visit www.cheshirelinesfc.co.uk or download their FREE mobile app available...
02 May
Ep4 – Instagram
Instagram is an often overlooked tool for businesses. It is a great way to visually engage with an audience, particularly those 18-35 years. Here are some tips that will hopefully enable your business to...
28 Apr
Ep2: Accountancy Advice (Kate Lonsdale – KLAS Accountants)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
28 Apr
Ep5 – Enforcement
After last weeks episode where we covered what to do when you have a dispute, this week Rob goes through the options when you have successfully obtained a court judgement, but the other side...
24 Apr
Ep3 – Creating Great Social Media Imagery
Want your social media to look amazing, but have limited knowledge, time & skills? Check out this episode when we give you some great tools that will help produce professional looking imagery and graphics...
21 Apr
Ep4 – Litigation
People rarely go looking for a legal fight, but sometimes they just happen, through no fault of your own. This week Rob guides us through the options if you find yourself in such a situation,...
15 Apr
Ep12 – A New World & New Offerings
In just a short space of time, the whole world has been forced to change and adapt and it is important that businesses do too. In this episode the team look at how to...
15 Apr
Ep1: IT Support Tips (Sarah Web – E2E Integration)
'The Business Spotlight Podcast' brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning you enjoy a full range of current business advice at...
15 Apr
Season 1 Ep 11: Season 1 Review
Season 1 might be done and dusted, but with lockdown in place and plenty of time on our hands, The Two Mark's decided to do a season 1 review. Not trusting themselves to do it...
12 Apr
Ep2 – Social Media House Keeping
During this pandemic, social media use has increased worldwide by over 40%. If you do not have a presence now is the time to get one and capitalise on the new opportunities to promote...
12 Apr
Ep3 – Shareholders Agreements
A shareholders agreement is an essential must for all businesses. Ideally it should be in place from day one, but during this lockdown there is a perfect opportunity to bring your company documents up...
12 Apr
Ep4 – Well that’s the end of the Season
It's been a while since are late show & a few things have happened since then! the minor fact that there is now a world pandemic and that it originally caused the season to...
02 Apr
Ep2 – Commercial Advice (Coronavirus Special)
Following on from last week's Landlord & Tenant special covering the emergency laws brought in to combat the crisis caused by the Coronovirus, this week Rob provides advice & tips relating to your business....
31 Mar
Ep1 – Where to start in an Economic Crisis
These are scary time for businesses, but the best way out of this problem is to make a plan, pulling on every resource you have available. In this episode we cover where to start. Looking...
30 Mar
E11 – Marketing in a Crisis
There are few who have not been hit hard in some way by the Coronavirus crisis, but help is at hand. The gang focus their expertise to provide guidance on what you can be...
30 Mar
Season 1 Episode 10: Et in Arcadia Ego (Part II)
Well that's it Trekkies. The final Episode of Star Trek Picard is out! Will the crashed Borg cube become a tourist attraction on Coppelius? Can Chrysanthemum Spaceships take off as a concept & a...
28 Mar
Episode 5 – 26 March 2020
Check out Part 3 of our Coronavirus special. This week Councillor Andrew Gardner interviews local pharmacist Maria Venturi who talks about being on the frontline, as well as her unique personal experience of having...
28 Mar
Ep0 – About the Show
The Pod Station is proud to bring you 'The Business Spotlight Podcast'. Each episode brings a different featured business who will offer up useful advice and tips from within their area of expertise, meaning...
28 Mar
Ep0 – About the Show
Looking for expert marketing advice? Struggle for time to digest lots of information or find it difficult to keep tabs of your to-do list? Well here is your solution. Each episode is 1 minute of...
25 Mar
Sales Coaching – 2Summitup
How to do you sell more of your product or service without becoming one of those annoying people?! Well it's easy when you know how, and fortunately Elaine Atherton of 2Summitup just happens to...
24 Mar
Ep1 – Landlord & Tenant (Coronavirus Special)
In light of the Coronavirus outbreak, the Government have introduced emergency laws to try and combat the chaos that will be caused within the rental sector as thousands of tenants, landlords and letting agents...
23 Mar
Season 1 Episode 9: Et In Arcadio Ego
When the proverbial hits the fan there's nothing like Trek & talking about Trek to cheer yourself up! In this episode 'The Two Marks' discuss, well quite a lot really, the costume budget restraints that...
20 Mar
Episode 4 – 19 March 2020
The Coronavirus is hitting the world hard and many people are frightened, confused or sceptical about what to do. Imagine enjoying an hour long consultation with a GP to answer your most pressing questions! Well...
19 Mar
CLFC 2-1 Maghull Town
Plenty of great goals, penalty controversy & goalmouth action as we find out manager John Hughes' post match thoughts. Visit www.cheshirelinesfc.co.uk to check out all the highlights from the games mentioned.
17 Mar
Season 1 Episode 8: Broken Pieces
Will we find a cream for the Zhat Vash? Is Dr Jurati going to cry again and is Commador Oh making a fashion statement with those glasses or did someone tell her they looked...
10 Mar
E10 – Building an Audience
Many people seem to assume that because so many people spend so long on social media, by being present and posting from time-to-time they will quickly build an engaged audience. Unfortunately nothing could be...
09 Mar
Season 1 Episode 7: Nepenthe
Like a warm comfort blanket in the midst of a winter freeze, Troi & Riker, our beloved TNG characters return to put Picard back on the right track and oh how our hearts sung...
08 Mar
Episode 3 – 8 March 2020
With many people worried about the outbreak of the Coronavirus and particularly those who live on the Wirral, with Arrow Park Hospital being the base for those infected, Councillor Andrew Gardner interviews local General...
03 Mar
Season 1 Episode 6: The Impossible Box
Sorry we are 24hrs later than usual, there were problems getting the necessary security clearance to enter our impossible box! Plenty to discuss in this episode, with Narik finally showing his true love for Soji...
24 Feb
E9 – Extended Reality
You might think virtual reality world is simply something from a science-fiction movie but that is very much no longer the case! This week the gang has a special guest, Owen Cotterell from Juice Creative....
24 Feb
Charity – Wirral Society to the Blind and Partially Sighted
Wirral Society to the Blind and Partially Sighted are a local charity based in Birkenhead. For the last 30 years they have supported people in the community who face challenges caused by limited or...
24 Feb
Season 1 – Episode 5: Stardust City Rag
What happens in Freecloud stays in Freecloud, which is probably just as well with some of those disguises. This week JL's team take a trip to the vegas of the quadrant in search of the...
17 Feb
Season 1 – Episode 4: Absolute Candor
Well to be absolutely frank this episode is fantastic - so plenty to discuss...] A weird bit of sock sliding, some more brother/sister incest and Picard SLOWLY putting together his team with the help of...
12 Feb
E8 – Branding
It takes a mere fraction of a second for people to form a first impression. Branding is what most clients see first and this week the team give tips on what you need to...
10 Feb
Season 1 – Episode 3: The End of the Beginning
After what felt like a little bit of a bit last week, The Two Marks discuss Episode 3 as JL (nope that's still not working for us) begins the recruitment process for his mission. If...
08 Feb
Season 1 – Episode 2: Maps & Legends
We had to wait a week but our second fix of JLP is finally here & boy is there a lot to talk about! If you would like to get in touch with the guys...
05 Feb
Season 1 – Episode 1: Rememberance
We've been suffering withdrawal symptoms for nearly 20 year, but at last he's back! Jean-Luc has returned to our lives and in all his superior majesty. Sadly our hosts fail miserably in maintaining the same...
02 Feb
Promo
A chat show digging down into all the nitty-gritty of the TV series, Star Trek Picard. Episode by episode, our hosts 'The Two Marks' give their frank thoughts on Jean-Luc's Trekdom
28 Jan
E7- Procrastination
Ironically this show is late up! Clearly we procrastinated. This episode tackle the issue of overthinking things, putting it off, why we do it and how to stop it. We also use it as a...
27 Jan
Interview with Franco Giovanni Mineo
We have decided after only a couple of shows we are ready to interview a film director and so we did! Enter stage left, young and up and coming director Franco Giovanni Mineo. Seeing as...
27 Jan
Christmas Top 10 Movies
Well its the season to be happy and joyous...and admit that Mark P is completely right about what should be in the top 10 Christmas movies of all time and not Mark L!
27 Jan
Episode 2 – 21 January 2020
The Agenda offers the chance for local residents to quickly and easily find out all that is going on in the local area. Each week our hosts review and debate the latest news in the...
09 Jan
E6 – Social Media
It's the free tool we all have access to but do we use it correctly? In this episode the gang take an initial overview of the beast that is 'social media' looking at its...
06 Jan
CLFC 0-0 South Liverpool
An agricultural performance with some good chances to close out with the 3pts in the last 10 minutes. A controversial penalty claim dismissed & another excellent performance from Michael White in goal. Visit www.cheshirelinesfc.co.uk to...
23 Dec
Mallaby FC 1-4 CLFC
What a great Christmas present for the fans. A comprehensive 4-1 win yesterday with plenty of petrol left in the tank to step it up even more. Here are the post-match thoughts from the guys. Why...
22 Dec
E3 – Jaydeebaby69
Plenty of games and goals to analyse, controversy to discuss as the league confirm the 3 point deduction from the Prescot Cables match in August and some interesting predictions for our forthcoming matches. Visit www.cheshirelinesfc.co.uk...
09 Dec
E5 – Network Marketing
If you have heard of it you either want to do it better, tried it and think it doesn't work or have an overwhelming fear of ever going. This week, with the help of special...
27 Nov
E4 – Marketing Strategy
This episode looks at the most underestimated marketing tool - The Marketing Strategy. Our experts discuss the importance of making a plan, what you need to consider when doing one and how best to implement...
27 Nov
Social Media – My Marketing Guy
Do you struggle with social media? Not quite sure whether you need it for work or, if you do, how to use it properly? This week BNI Genesis member Chris Roxburgh, who's business is My...
26 Nov
Ashville FC 2-2 CLFC (CLFC win 4-3 on pens)
It was a feisty, traditional British cup tie, with bobbly pitches, poor light, refereeing controversy, goals & a penalty shoot out! Plenty to keep the neutrals interested. It was also the first game since we...
16 Nov
E3 – DIY Marketing
We all do it. DIY marketing, whether it's because you have a limited budget or a certain skillset, but is it advised? What are the risks & how can you make sure its done...
16 Nov
E2 – Goggles & Speedos
Far too much rain for us, but still plenty of stuff to talk about as the lads delve into the hot topics of Lefty's teeth, Midge's sadistic nature and global warming....oh plus a little...
04 Nov
Mortgage & Protection Advice – Myriad Mortgages
This week our resident mortgage & protection expert Dave Forrest from Myriad Mortgages gives us vital tips on the property marketing during this challenging and uncertain period, as well as how you can best...
30 Oct
E2 – Sales Vs Marketing
It is a battle that has been fought over the centuries.... Is sales part of the marketing process or is marketing part of the sales process? Which is more important? What should be tackled first?...
22 Oct
E1 – What is marketing?
What is marketing? Everybody always goes on about it and as business owners you know you're supposed to do it, but it helps to know exactly what it is you're supposed to be doing! In the...
16 Oct
CLFC 3-3 St Michaels D.H.F.C. (CLFC win 4-2 on pens)
It was a close call in the second round of the LCFA Challenge Cup. 1-3 down at half time and seemingly out of the competition, the chesh pulled it back to 2-3 before spending...
16 Oct
Go Fish – Promo
Introducing the podcast that takes the headache out of your marketing plans. Looking for expert tips on how to make the most of your budget? What to do first or who to turn to in...
16 Oct
E1 – Impartial Biases
The club is awash with controversy after a 3 point deduction robs the club of a chance to sit top of the league. Plenty to talk about in this very first full episode of...
20 Sep
Recruitment & HR – Cadagio Limited
Wondering whether this show is worth your time? Imagine getting advice and tips that will help your business from experts in their field every week and for free! The podcast is here to help you...
16 Sep
Quarry Bank OB 2-6 CLFC
All the thoughts from assistant manager Robbie Midghall after another comeback from 2-0 down in the Liverpool Challenge Cup first round tie against Liverpool Premier League outfit Quarry Bank Old Boys. Full match highlights can...
31 Aug
CLFC 3-3 Mossley Hill
All the thoughts from the manager & players following the enthralling 3-3 draw with #thechesh local rivals. Full match highlights can be found on #cheshtv by clicking here
21 Aug
CLFC 4-2 Prescot Cables
All the thoughts from the manager & players following the incredible come back. Down 2-0 at half time in torrential rain, it did not look good for the #chesh but after an inspired team...
21 Aug
CLFC 4-0 Litherland Remyca
All the thoughts from the manager & players following our opening home fixture of the season in the West Cheshire League - Division 2 Full match highlights can be found on #cheshtv by clicking here
14 Aug
BNI Genesis – Promo
Wondering whether this show is worth your time? Imagine getting advice and tips that will help your business from experts in their field every week and for free! This podcast is here to help you...
12 Aug
Poulton Royal 1-1 CLFC
All the thoughts from the manager & players following the season opening 1-1 draw with newly promoted Poulton Royal Full match highlights can be found on #cheshtv by clicking here
12 Aug
The Barn – Promo
We are incredibly exciting to be launching our very own show that will include interviews with artisans who can help you learn new arts & craft skills.
12 Aug
afilmpodyssey Promo
Suddenly it's become very real! Here's what we have in store for you all very, very soon!
03 Apr
Captain Marvel Review
It's been a long time coming, but just a month before the Avengers have to face up to the consequences of Thanos' finger snap, we get an introduction to arguable the strongest Avenger, Captain...