What would change if your posts sparked conversations instead of collecting likes?

In this short Office Hours clip, I break down how to take control of engagement and get people to actually respond to your content.

One real interaction can outperform a thousand likes every time.

Want to see how this plays out in your own content?
Quick chat here: https://calendly.com/livelocalteam/15-minute-marketing-analysis

Tired of the same, boring marketing that does not take your business anywerhe? Michael is a seasoned digital marketer, lead generation expert, and content creator with 10+ years of hands-on experience helping small and medium businesses grow smarter—not just louder.

MAD Man Marketing🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Conversation:-How strategic SEO and content can become your lead-generation engine-What it takes to beat the competition without spending more-Clever ways to use data and AI to sharpen your marketing-Real tactics for creating content that actually drives results-Mistakes most creators make with their content + how to fix themMichael breaks down marketing in a way that’s bold, practical, and a little bit mad (because playing it safe rarely wins). About The Madness:Michael is the founder of MAD Man Marketing, a Missouri-based agency built to help businesses attract better, more qualified leads through organic strategies like SEO, AI automation, and content optimization. He’s known for blending analytics with creative execution that gets measurable growth. 🌐 Connect with Michael:🔗 Website: https://madmanmarketing.io/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-dimaria/Follow for MORE expert marketing strategies from the experts that are ACTUALLY making them work!

Most people think “personal brand” is just colors and logos, but Jason Willis-Lee shows us it’s really about language, clarity, and positioning that makes people choose you.In this conversation, Jason Willis‑Lee dives into why words matter more than visuals alone, how you can build a stronger brand voice that attracts ideal clients, and how to stop waiting for work to show up and start creating strategic visibility instead. Entrepreneurial TranslatorIn this interview we cover:• What personal branding actually means and why most people miss the mark• How language, messaging, and clarity build trust and authority fast• Strategies for attracting direct clients without chasing every opportunity• The BRIDGE framework for sustainable business growth and visibility• How to speak to your audience in a way that feels human, not canned Entrepreneurial TranslatorWhether you’re a solopreneur, professional service provider, creator, or business owner, this conversation will give you fresh perspective on how to use your words to win clients and grow with confidence.👉 Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/entrepreneurialtranslator/👇 Here are the websites to get more information: https://jasonwillislee.com/?lang=enhttps://entrepreneurialtranslator.com/why-jason/And for more information about how to grow your business with warm marketing, visit www.LiveLocalWarmMarketing.com

If your website gets traffic but not results, or you feel like you are “tracking everything” yet still guessing, this conversation will challenge how you think about analytics.

Philippa explains why most businesses misunderstand their data, how dashboards can create false confidence, and what leaders should really be asking when they look at their website performance.This is not about more tools, more reports, or chasing vanity metrics. It is about using your website as a growth engine, not a digital brochure.In this episode, you will learn:• Why web analytics is about decision-making, not pageviews• How businesses unknowingly leak revenue through their websites• Why generic benchmarks often lead you in the wrong direction• How to think strategically about data instead of reacting to numbers• What to focus on if you want measurable growth, not just activityIf you are a business owner, entrepreneur, marketer, or consultant, this conversation will permanently shift how you look at your website and your data.👉 Connect with Philippa Gamse on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippagamse/Check out her website and resources: https://websitesthatwin.com/Ready to Turn These Ideas into Real Growth? Watching interviews is inspiring. Implementing systems is what changes everything.Love what you are learning, don't forget to visit www.LiveLocalWarmMarketing.com, turn visibility into trust, trust into conversations, and conversations into clients using proven warm marketing systems, not cold outreach or gimmicks.

💥 If your business feels like a rollercoaster, this episode is your seatbelt.I sat down with Sean O’Hara, business advisor, founder, and host of The Durable Entrepreneur Podcast, a guy who has helped more owners survive the twists, turns, and unexpected loop-de-loops of running a business without flying off the ride.Sean has spent years in the trenches helping real entrepreneurs stay durable, not flashy, not faddish, not “built on hope and caffeine”… but strong, profitable, and sustainable.🎙️ In this conversation:👉 Why some businesses thrive while others slowly implode👉 How to build durability into your systems and mindset👉 Why marketing is only half the game and what the other half is👉 How he thinks about risk, resilience, and long-term strategy👉 Why “more leads” does NOT always mean more success👉 And… the very specific advice he gives owners when everything feels overwhelming🔥 This is a practical, no-fluff episode.Sean brings stories, frameworks, and perspectives that will make you think differently about your business — and maybe even breathe easier.Connect with Sean:➡️ Website: https://durable-entrepreneurs.ueniweb.com/➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-o-hara-mba-a7b63429/👇 Before you click away…If you want to grow your brand through warm marketing, real conversations, and local connections, instead of cold leads, burnout, and “pray and post” join me here:👉 www.LiveLocalWarmMarketing.com

If your business depends on crews, contracts, or customers who need help right now, this interview will light a fire under your marketing.Kyle Bailey brings the energy, the stories, and the secrets behind SEO and marketing for the trades, contractors, plumbers, roofers, electricians, remodelers, and more. And yes, he has seen some things. Bad websites, ghosted leads, clueless clients, and he shares how to fix it and win big.We talk about why most trade businesses lose leads before they ever pick up the phone, the one thing that instantly lifts your Google ranking that nobody does, the website mistakes that cost thousands and how to fix them in minutes, how Kyle builds reputation, referrals, and repeat business through content, and stories from the trenches that will make you laugh and take notes at the same time.Kyle is the founder of Front Burner Marketing, a company laser-focused on helping trade businesses grow with smart SEO, lead funnels, and marketing systems. Learn more at https://frontburnermarketing.net/This isn’t theory, this is practical, real-world marketing from someone who helps businesses grow every week. Great energy, fun conversation, and massive value. Watch, take notes, and enjoy the stories then ask yourself: what would happen if I turned up the heat on my own marketing?If you found this helpful, hit Like, drop a comment, and subscribe for more interviews with business owners who are doing big things. 🔥And don't forget to support Live Local Marketing at www.LiveLocalWarmMarketing.com for all things warm marketing.#marketing #trades #contractorSEO #localbusiness #smallbusinessgrowth #entrepreneur #branding #customerservice #leadgeneration #businessowners

If your marketing feels like a mystery box, this episode has the answers you have been looking for.I sat down with Jason Wojo, the SEO and automated-marketing strategist behind Wojo Media, to break down what is actually working right now for small business owners who want more traffic, more leads, and more control over their growth.Jason has built systems that help businesses get found, get noticed, and get customers without wasting hours on tactics that don't move the needle. In this conversation we dig into:✔ SEO strategies that work in 2025✔ How automation can remove hours of manual work✔ Story branding is STILL king if you know how to build authority✔ Practical tips any local business owner can implement this week✔ The surprising shift business owners need to make in their marketing mindsetIf you’ve been looking for ways to grow your business without burning out or chasing non-buying cold leads all day, this interview gives you actionable steps, real-world examples, and a few “why haven’t I been doing this?” moments.Check out Jason’s work:👉 https://www.thewojomedia.comIf you're a local business owner and want to improve your marketing with community-based strategies, try the FREE 5-Day Warm Marketing Challenge:👉 www.LiveLocalWarmMarketing.comLet’s grow smarter, not louder.#MarketingStrategy #LocalBusinessGrowth #SEOExpert #DigitalMarketing #BusinessTips #EntrepreneurLife #AutomationTools #LeadGeneration #GrowYourBusiness #ContentMarketing #SmallBusinessTips #WarmMarketing #LiveLocal #BrandVisibility #marketingpodcasts

If your wealth is tied to a screen, you don’t actually own it.
That’s the bold idea silver and gold expert Ben Rusk brings to this conversation, and it sets the tone for an episode packed with clarity, consistency, and long-term thinking.

Billy sits down with Ben, founder of Silver & Gold Legacy, to dig into how everyday people can build generational wealth through real, tangible assets. Ben pulls back the curtain on the daily routines that keep him consistent, the mindset shift that made lead generation feel effortless, and the surprising strategies he uses to attract the right clients without cold leads or digital noise.

You’ll discover:
• How simple, repeatable habits fuel Ben’s lead flow
• Why he believes physical silver and gold should anchor a true legacy plan
• What pushed him to ditch cold leads and build a values-driven Legacy Program
• The unexpected ways he educates and connects with prospects who actually want what he offers
• How purpose, protection, and long-term thinking guide every part of his business

If you’re tired of chasing strangers and ready to build something meaningful, this episode gives you the roadmap — straight from someone living it.