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Your Facebook account got hacked… Now what? (Part 2)
In this follow-up episode from last month’s Facebook account hacking incident, Christo gives a quick update plus a couple of useful tips from this experience. Highlights: 0:00 What’s happened since… 0:47 Tip #1: Avoid...
[BOOK RECOMMENDATION] Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink
In this episode, Franziska talks about Daniel Pink’s bestselling book, Drive, and shares three of the key motivators that we have as people, and how you can leverage them in your business. Highlights: 0:00 Understanding the key motivators 1:12...
A chat with Jack Daly, the world’s best sales trainer
In this episode, Franziska and Jack Daly share an open and invaluable discussion about all things sales. Highlights: 0:00 Intro 2:39 The three sins of sales management. 15:46 How to put together a sales playbook. 18:44...
Your Facebook account got hacked… Now what?
In this episode, Christo shares a recent frustrating experience with our Facebook ads account, as well as some tips on what to do should it ever happen to your Facebook account (hopefully never!). Highlights: 0:00 The...
If you want to go far, go together
In this episode, Franziska shares one of her favourite pieces of advice for business owners, "If you want to go far, go together". Highlights: 0:00 An introduction to one of our favourite proverbs 1:01 Why walking the...
The Importance of Brand Personality
In this episode, Christo talks about the importance of building a brand personality. Plus, some exclusive footage of the Basic Bananas team as they share the characters they’ve loved throughout their lives. Highlights...
[ENTREPRENEUR SPOTLIGHT] Denise Neville: 20 Years of Business Wisdom
Harnessing Business Wisdom with Denise Neville In this insightful episode, Franziska sits down with Denise Neville, the visionary behind TranZition™ Group. With over two decades of experience as a business owner,...
The One Productivity Hack That Might Just Change Your Output
In this episode, Franziska shares a very practical tip we all love to do: a little 'Productivity Hack' at Basic Bananas HQ. Watch this short clip and find out how you can enhance your #focus too! Highlights: 0:00 Intro...
Why is fun important?
In this episode, Christo interviews the Basic Bananas Team to find out what they do for fun every single week and shares why is fun important in your business. Highlights: 0:00 Intro 0:17 Why is fun important? 0:39...
[ENTREPRENEUR SPOTLIGHT] Kristin Miller: Thrive on Learning Something New
In another installment of Entrepreneur Spotlight, we feature Trade Guardian’s Co-Founder, Kristin Miller. Sharing the “virtual room” with Franziska, Kristin spills her business secrets, tips, and how she thrives on...
The Power of Journaling
In this episode, Franziska shares a little ninja hack about how journaling can be a very powerful tool in your business. Highlights 0:00 Intro 0:48 Go digital or stay old school 1:36 Julia’s pen and paper approach 2:06...
[Entrepreneur Spotlight] Karla Armas: Inspiring Creativity & Courage Amidst Uncertain Times
Franziska puts the spotlight on the one and only, Karla Armas of Nordic Fusion, who’s nothing short of passion when it comes to curating Scandinavian products and design. Watch the interview to find out more about...
SEO TIP: What’s a Pillar Post?
Christo’s back with another super practical tip on Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) — a way to show Google what’s important on your website. 0:00 Intro 0:20 Free traffic? YES, please! 0:37 What on earth is a Pillar...
[ENTREPRENEUR SPOTLIGHT] Wisdom from a Heart-Centred Business Owner
Franziska interviews our amazing Clever Bunch alumna and Genius Bunch member, heart-centred business owner, Ana Lovera, founder of Ana Lovera & Co., in this special half-hour episode. Ana shares her formula to push...
Tips to Reduce Stress
In this video tip, Christo's back with practical ways to reduce stress. He also goes around to interview the team at Basic Bananas HQ to share their own awesome ways to de-stress. Highlights: 0:00 Intro 0:18 How does...
Referral System Ninja Hack
Do you guys want to hear a ninja hack? Based on our experience, some businesses are not leveraging an effective referral strategy. In this episode, Franziska shares a very practical referral system that we use in our...
The importance of humanising your marketing – from Sardinia
Franziska’s here to treat us with a very practical marketing tip AND a quick tour around the super beautiful village of Seulo, Sardinia. Highlights: 0:00 Hello from Sardinia! 0:22 Blue Zones 0:52 Reasons why people in...
How to finish EOFY Strong
Are you all set for the End of financial year (EOFY)? What are the things that you need to consider? Christo’s here with a quick tip for all business owners. Highlights: 0:00 Intro 0:40 Spend to save 1:10 It’s time to...
How to Solve Your Biggest Marketing Problem
In this episode, Christo’s back with a quick tip explaining your biggest marketing problem and how to solve it. Highlights: 0:00 Intro 0:20 The biggest challenge 1:36 The reality is… 2:56 The Blast Off Marketing...
How do I get quick cash into my business?
No, this isn’t a Zoom background, Christo’s in Fiji for real! And he’s there to share the quickest way to get quick cash into your business. Highlights: 0:00 Intro 0:24 The quickest way to get $$$ 1:01 To keep the cash...
How much should I spend on marketing?
Fresh from filming a masterclass for a business channel, Franziska sheds some light to the question, “What marketing budget should I spend?” Highlights: 0:00 Introduction 0:25 The long answer 1:08 The short answer Do...
Do I need a .com domain for my business? | How to choose the right domain extension for your business
In this episode, Franziska answers the question: does your business need a dot-com URL domain, or can you use another URL? Highlights: 0:00 Intro 0:43 The Answer 1:43 Why “.com” is preferable 2:22 Other things to consider… 3:51 What are the options...
Apple’s New Mail Privacy Protection: What does it mean for your email marketing strategies?
In this episode, Christo clarifies Apple’s latest update (iOS 15) when it comes to email marketing and how it may impact mass email campaigns. Highlights 0:00 Introduction 0:36 iOS update: What happened? 1:54 Adjusting your database triggers 2:24...
Little ninja hack: How to ‘get into somebody’s pants’ (metaphorically!)
In this episode, Franziska shares a little ninja hack - how you can get into somebody’s pants (metaphorically of course) and how this can be very useful in the business world. It’s all about the personal touch (no pun intended:-)). Highlights: 0:28...