Episodes
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Oct. 19, 2020
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 3, including all the important issues like why courier delivery is apparently a universal issue, the ergonomic benefits of your alien planet survival pack having two straps and Books muscles! Don’t forget to vote in our Twitter Poll on the episode and comment to get a mention on the show...
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Oct. 14, 2020
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 in the leisure and hospitality sector, the existing benefits of a bespoke mobile app have become all the more apparent. If you have any questions or would like more advice from Martin you can contact him via by email martin@eazi-apps.co.uk or by calling 07922 648045 If you would li...
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Oct. 9, 2020
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 specifically at what can be done if your opponent fails to comply with their obligation to disclose set documents. For more information and details of the full range of services on offer, you can visit the Johnson & Boon Solicitors website. If you would like some further help or advice, you can call...
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Oct. 7, 2020
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 team look at what constitutes quality content and why quality is better than quantity. As always, they provide expert tips to make sure your posts are seen by as many people as possible and generate maximum engagement. If you would like to get in touch to ask a question or suggest a topic pleas...
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Oct. 7, 2020
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 full well that were they to lose they would be unable to pay the other sides costs. In this episode Robert Boon discusses what defendants can do to protect their position if they believe one of these applies. How to ensure they have as good a chance as possible to recover their co...
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Oct. 7, 2020
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 your convenience. 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 in the leisure and hospitality sector, the existing bene...
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Oct. 7, 2020
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 heading into October. There is also an update on all the latest club news with some special announcements made about exciting up-and-coming projects. If you would like to learn more about the club visit www.cheshirelinesfc.co.uk or download their FREE mobile app available on Apple & Android, where you can get all pod...
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Sept. 30, 2020
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 and the benefits of advertising through the likes of Google to get to the top of any search results. To discuss this topic the gang are joined by expert Alister Nash of Deva Digital to chat through the benefits, the pitfalls and how to ensure you do it successfully. If you would like to know...
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Sept. 24, 2020
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 and discuss some of the elements that make up these processes. If you would like to get in touch to ask a question or suggest a topic please email gofish@thepodstation.co.uk or check us out on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn – @go-fishmarketing Other Episodes 09 Jun Go...Fishing, Podcas...
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Sept. 23, 2020
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 interesting aspect of a case. Certainly if you were involved in any type of legal action knowing some of these key tools and approaches may be the difference between winning and losing your case! For more information and details of the full range of services on offer, you can visit the Johnson & B...
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Sept. 16, 2020
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 as one of the most powerful search engines in the world, then you definitely want to listen to this episode! In this episode the team are joined by Pinterest expert Naomi Johnson of Value Added Video to discuss its wonders and people’s misconceptions. If you would like to know more about Naomi’s services you can co...
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Sept. 16, 2020
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 Chris Johnson goes through the criteria for making an Unfair Dismissal claim and pitfalls associated with this type of legal action from both the employer and employees perspective. For more information and details of the full range of services on offer, you can visit the Johnson & Boon Solicitors website....
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Sept. 3, 2020
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 team are joined by direct marketing expert Graham Dodd of The Letterbox Consultancy to discuss direct marketing strategies such as targeted postal marketing. If you would like to know more about Graham’s services you can contact him by email to graham@letterboxconsultancy.co.uk or by calling 07973 70...
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Sept. 3, 2020
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 businesses need to remember and consider when selling alcohol with the social distancing rules having altered the licensing landscape. For more information and details of the full range of services on offer, you can visit the Johnson & Boon Solicitors website. If you would like some further help or...
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Aug. 27, 2020
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 incredible benefits that can be enjoyed both by individuals and businesses by becoming a member. If you would like to know more about legal guard simply visit: www.johnsonandboon.co.uk/legalguard For more information and details of the full range of services on offer, you can visit the Johnson & Boon Solicitors website. I...
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Aug. 27, 2020
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 your convenience. In this episode we are re-joined by property finance guru Dave Forrest of Myriad Mortgages, to catch up on exactly how the property sector has responded following the COVID-19 pandemic and what he anticipates is likely to happen in the short-term future. If you have any ...
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Aug. 27, 2020
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 in this episode the team are joined by a CRM expert Tony Radford of My Proactive Business who explains all! I would like to know more about Tony or how he can help your business you can get in touch via email tony@proactiveapplications.com or check him out on social media (LinkedIn,...
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Aug. 17, 2020
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 in you having to pay the cost? In this weeks episode Rob Boon discusses what we mean by being professionally negligent, the possible circumstances when this might happen and the effects that these may cause. He also helps explain what solutions are available to people if they believe this may have happened to t...
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Aug. 17, 2020
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 with some impressive customer targeting tools. In this episode the team discuss how businesses can best use Facebook to get new work. If you would like to get in touch to ask a question or suggest a topic please email gofish@thepodstation.co.uk or check us out on Facebook, Instagram,...
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Aug. 6, 2020
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 cover. At the time of recording a huge test case was about to finish considering to what extent these policies will be liable to pay businesses millions of pounds for interruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Robert Boon discusses the issues being considered by the court and wha...
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Aug. 5, 2020
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 mind expert Chris Johnson explains the process and what both employers and employees need to consider if it affects them. For more information and details of the full range of services on offer, you can visit the Johnson & Boon Solicitors website. If you would like some further help or adv...
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Aug. 5, 2020
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 having a website – Note all the reasons were actually before this pandemic so just imagine how important it is now. If you would like to get in touch to ask a question or suggest a topic please email gofish@thepodstation.co.uk or check us out on Facebook, Instagram, ...
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July 23, 2020
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 at what is likely to happen in the short and long term futures. For more information and details of the full range of services on offer, you can visit the Johnson & Boon Solicitors website. If you would like some further help or advice, you can call our offices on 0151 637 20...
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July 16, 2020
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 issues that crop up. For linked episodes, check out Episode 11 – Importance of Making a Will. You can also find out more from Gina’s article on the subject What to Do When a Loved One Passes Away For more information and details of the full range of services on offer, you can visit the Johnso...