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Why is My Granny Up in My Business?

By Jody Maberry | August 16, 2016

I always find a reason to mention my granny. Whether it is a story, a quote, or a joke. There is a lesson to be learned for your business from my granny. If you want people to know your message, you have to talk about it all the time. You are the only one who…

Why is My Granny Up in My Business?

By Jody Maberry | August 16, 2016

If you don’t keep telling a story it will die.  If you want your message to spread, you have to keep talking about it. 

The Art of Apology (Podcast)

By Jody Maberry | August 2, 2016

Chances are, you need to apologize to someone. And if you do apologize, you will get it wrong. Most people don’t apologize. And those who do, put forth a good effort but get it all wrong. There is an art to making an apology. It is so simple that most people just can’t seem to get it…

The Difference Between Action and Progress (Podcast)

By Jody Maberry | July 26, 2016

Understanding the difference between action and progress can be the difference between getting stuff done and getting the right stuff done. Action is doing something. There are times when just doing something is the best option. Progress is doing the right things to move yourself, your business, or your career forward towards a goal. In…

The Proper Way to Handle a Referral

By Jody Maberry | July 20, 2016

If you have ever asked for an introduction or been referred by someone, you need to understand what a referral really is. At the minimum, a referral is saying “I vouch for this guy”, or basically, I endorse this person I am telling you about. You need to understand the importance of a referral. And you need…

How to Get the Most out of Conferences

By Jody Maberry | July 5, 2016

Not long ago, someone asked me what I do to get the most out of a conference. That question is again on my mind since I am here at the Podcast Movement conference, and I want to share with you the eight things I do to make sure I get the most out of a…

Recognizing Solutions

By Jody Maberry | June 28, 2016

On this episode of The Jody Maberry Show, we examine how you can go the extra inch to recognize solutions to problems your customers are facing. By realizing the problems your customers you can sometimes find solutions by doing just a little bit more than your competition.

Creating a Cast of Characters

By Jody Maberry | June 21, 2016

Do you remember the movie Castaway with Tom Hanks? If you saw the movie, you probably remember Wilson, right? Wilson was the volleyball Tom Hanks always talked to. If you haven’t seen the movie, let me catch you up without spoiling anything. Tom Hanks is stranded alone on an island for a long time. If…

People Buy Confidence with Aaron Walker

By Jody Maberry | June 14, 2016

Aaron Walker helps men live extraordinary lives. After a successful career, he now focuses on helping others reach new levels in their personal and business lives. In this episode of the Jody Maberry Show, Aaron shares his personal story and delivers three key points that can help any business or personal brand; Focus on Significance…

What is Collateral Marketing?

By Jody Maberry | June 7, 2016

Recently, my next-door neighbor had a new roof installed. During the process, the roofing company (let’s call them ABC Roofing) stacked some roofing material on my lawn. They didn’t ask if that would be OK. It was on my lawn for only a day. No big deal, but it was a missed opportunity. Had ABC…