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Feb. 15, 2023

Let's Talk About P2P Boat Rental Websites - Episode #104

Have you thought about or currently offer your boat on a P2P boat rental website? The AWG guys break down what you need to know about these platforms, and why they can be both good and bad for the industry. Do you currently offer your boat for charter or rent on a P2P website and want to share your experience? Join our Facebook group to join the conversation. [SPONSORS] - This show is sponsored by Von Mack Agency and TourScale. Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook P...
Jan. 16, 2023

Google Analytics Is Changing - What You Need To Know - Episode #99

Google Analytics is changing this year, and AWG wants you to be ready. Steve Edwards from AAMP Agency, and Alex Benko from TripShock join the show to discuss the upcoming changes. [SPONSORS] - This show is sponsored by AAMP Agency and Conversion Assist. Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awg_podcast/ YouTube: https://www.yo...
Jan. 4, 2023

Boost Your Productivity w/ ChatGPT - Episode #97

Greg & Kevin discuss ChatGPT which is taking the internet by storm. This AI chatbot has the ability to boost our productivity by helping you write content for review responses, tour descriptions, and social media posts. Try it out and see what you think! [SPONSORS] - This show is sponsored by AAMP Agency and TourScale. Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489 Instag...
Nov. 9, 2022

All Things Sales & Marketing With Tourpreneur's Mitch Bach & Chris Torres - Episode #93

Greg and Kevin chat Tourpreneur's Mitch Bach and Chris Torres about all things sales and marketing. [HURRICANE IAN DONATIONS] TripShock is a proud member of the watersports community, and we are deeply saddened by reports from many of our colleagues, friends, and partners who have lost everything during Hurricane Ian. We will work closely with operators in impacted areas to distribute 100% of the funds raised to support their staff and families during this difficult time. Click here to donate! ...
Sept. 8, 2022

How Much Is Kindness & Cleanliness Really Worth? - Episode #88

Kevin & Greg share their thoughts on why cleanliness and kindness go a long way with increasing revenue and retention. [SPONSORS] Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com. Receive a free digital marketing consultation as a listener of the show. Boat Tests101. Receive 30% commission on each temporary certificate completed. Best rates on digital boats tests. https://boattests101.com/ [2022 WATERSPORT CONFERENCE] Make sure to join us for this year'...
Aug. 10, 2022

SEO, Blogging, Google My Business, & More w/ Brant Scheifler - Episode #84

Sharpen your SEO skills as the AWG guys welcome CEO Brant Scheifler of Automatic Outreach. Brant shares his knowledge on various topics such as Blogging, Google My Business, and the current state of SEO. [SPONSORS] Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com. Receive a free digitmal marketing consultation as a listener of the show. Boat Tests101. Receive 30% commission on each temporary certificate completed. Best rates on digital boats tests. https...
April 8, 2022

What To Look For When Moving Locations PLUS Market Update - Episode #74

Kevin & Greg discuss what to look out for when changing locations. Also, get an update on what the guys are seeing so far as the Spring season gets underway. [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by the Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a...
March 31, 2022

Street Vendors, Commissions, & Growth - Interview with Brian Cain of Crawl New Orleans - Episode #73

Kevin & Greg talk with Brian Cain of Crawl New Orleans. Crawl New Orleans is a walking tour and pub crawl experience operating in multiple cities. Brian talks about his journey as an entrepreneur, and his experiences with street vendors, commissions, and other topics regarding growth and marketing. [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by the Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Pag...
Guest: Brian Cain
March 9, 2022

Marketing Your Business When Demand Is High with Marica Brewster of Von Mack Agency - Episode #70

Marica Brewster from the Von Mack Agency joins the AWG guys for a chat about marketing when demand for rentals/tours is at its peak! Should you reduce your ad spend, keep it the same, or increase? [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by the Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489...
Jan. 28, 2022

Online Marketing AMA With Stephen Edwards From AAMP Agency - Episode #66

Kevin and Greg are joined by Stephen Edwards of AAMP Agency to answer some marketing questions from the AWG community. [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by AAMP Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://aamp.agency Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awg_podcast/
Jan. 24, 2022

Shop Talk With Greg & Kevin - Growth, PPC, NFT's, Web3, Future Of Marketing - Episode #65

In this episode, Kevin and Greg kick back and talk about growth, entrepreneurship, web3, and the future of marketing. [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by AAMP Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://aamp.agency Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awg_podcast/
Jan. 14, 2022

2022 Predictions - Episode #64

Kevin & Greg share their predictions for 2022, and a few things you should consider before the Spring tourist season takes off! [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by AAMP Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://aamp.agency Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awg_podcast/
Oct. 8, 2021

Digital vs. Physical Photo Sales Featuring Co-founder & CEO Neal Belovay from PicThrive - Episode #55

The AWG guys welcome Neal Belovay from PicThrive to discuss physical vs digital photo sales.
Guest: Neal Belovay
Sept. 30, 2021

Using SMS/Text Messaging For Guest Communication with Dustin Miller of PPC Pros - Episode #54

Greg & Kevin welcome Dustin Miller of PPC Pros to talk about how SMS/text messaging communication can help optimize your business.
Guest: Dustin Miller
Sept. 16, 2021

When Your Watersport Business Is Off The Beaten Path - Episode #52

Greg & Kevin discuss the pros and cons of operating a location that is far away from the destination it serves.
Sept. 2, 2021

Building A Boat Tour Franchise With Kai Kaapro, Founder of Paddle Pub - Episode #50

Kevin and Greg chat with Kai Kaapro, CEO and founder of TourScale out of Raleigh, NC. Tourscale is a franchise of two concepts including Paddle Pub. Kai talks about how he built the company, and what it took to scale his franchise to several locations nationwide. For more info on the Watersport & Boat Tour Operator Conference, visit the official event page for more info.
Guest: Kai Kaapro
Aug. 26, 2021

Tips For Taking Advantage of The Offseason - Episode #49

Kevin and Greg discuss some of the things they do as they go into the off-season.
July 1, 2021

Unethical Marketing Tactics Your Competitors Do [And How To Overcome Them] - Episode #43

Kevin & Greg talk about different ways competitors will try to hurt your online presence, and some ideas to fight back.
May 27, 2021

Leveraging Your Brand & Pivoting During The Pandemic Featuring Eva Ramos of Pure Aloha Adventures - Episode #38

Eva Ramos, CEO and Founder of Pure Aloha Adventures joins the show to share her history of how she left her thriving watersport business in Hawaii, and got a fresh start in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Eva talks about how she leveraged her brand in Hawaii to create passive income as a reseller, and what tools she used to build her business organically.
Guest: Eva Ramos
April 15, 2021

The AWG Startup Series "Mentoured" Featuring Shawn Walsh Of Jet Ski Texas - Episode #32

The AWG "Mentoured" Series provides an opportunity for new operators to come on the show to share their startup story, ask questions, and get advice on all aspect of running a watersport business. This episode features Shawn Walsh from Jet Ski Texas, a new jet ski rental company out of League City, TX (jetskitx.com). Kevin and Greg share advice on getting eye balls to his website and rentals, insurance, a new location, and much more.
Guest: Shawn Walsh
March 18, 2021

Reselling Your Tours & Rentals (What Your Need To Know) with Christian Watts, CEO of Magpie Travel - Episode #28

Christian Watts, CEO from Magpie Travel joins the show to talk about what operators need to know about reselling your tours and rentals. Some great takeaways from the show Never let a single reseller be more than 20% of your business. Work with resellers that bring something to the table that you can't otherwise do yourself. Companies that are serious about growth use resellers.
March 4, 2021

Enriching Your Check-In Process With Ben Calder, CEO of WhereWolf - Episode #26

In this episode, Kevin and Greg speak with Ben Calder, CEO of WhereWolf about enriching the check-in process. WhereWolf is an industry leading waiver software based out of Queenstown, New Zealand. Ben shares why getting data from customers during the check-in process is an amazing opportunity.
Guest: Ben Calder
Feb. 25, 2021

The Instagram Paradigm - Growing Your Fans With Cali Hlavac From Sassy Tangerine Creative - Episode #25

Kevin and Greg get social with Instagram influencer Cali Hlavac , CEO of Sassy Tangerine Creative out of Destin, FL. In this episode, you'll learn about... Finding your followers through hashtags and location The Do's and Don'ts Tips on managing your Instagram page Why it's important to have an Instagram presence What to look for in a social media manager Kevin's great idea to make Preparation H go viral... ;-) Listen on your browser, or on your favorite podcast app!
Guest: Cali Hlavac
Feb. 11, 2021

Understanding Facebook's Privacy Debacle with Marica Brewster From Von Mack Agency - Episode #23

Many operators use Facebook as a means to advertise to their customers. However, a recent iphone update could change the way you reach customers. Marica Brewster from Von Mack Agency breaks it down for us, and shares some tips on how to work though it.
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