Fast Talking

Auctions are the sound that sells, but very little selling can happen if you lose your voice. In today’s episode Andy is joined by 2015 IAC champion, Peter Gehers to discuss a very humbling lesson from his year as champ. Listen as they discuss areas of concern as well as proactive tips and tricks to help you sustain your voice. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

There’s a difference between hiring an administrative assistant and finding the perfect executive. To discuss the ins and outs of recruiting talent Andy is joined by returning guest, Katie Imholte. Katie spends her days recruiting high level financial executives and takes some time to share some tips and tricks to find the perfect employee. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Episode SponsorGlobal Auction Guide The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

It’s not enough to have a website, or even a mobile version of your website. To be competitive you need to optimize your website for user experience sales funnels and most important search algorithm placement. To tackle questions about optimizing your website Andy is joined this episode by Russ Hilk of AuctionServices.com and Wavebid. Breaking down some very important aspects of a great web experience they dig into what you can do TODAY to help improve your site. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Episode LinksSEO Report The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

Promoting and hosting large conferences and events take a considerable amount of planning and effort. This week Fast Talking Podcast host, Andy Imholte, shares his experience running the creative services shop responsible for many aspects of the American Academy of Neurology’s Annual Meeting. He will share the many lessons he has learned helping to produce this 13,000 attendee conference every April. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Episode SponsorGlobal Auction Guide The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

  Competition can sharpen our skills raise the quality of those who choose to participate. It is no different for auctioneers. For this episode the 2015 triple crown class of competitive auctioneering champions sit down to discuss their preparation as well advice for any competitors striving for the ring. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher   Today’s SponsorThe World Automobile Auctioneers Professional Association The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

Understanding auction law is more than just having a license to practice. When it comes to a topic like as-is, understanding this often used term could save your company many hassels. In this episode Andy is joined by returning guest Mike Brandly to discuss the in’s and out’s of the as-is term and how it should or should not be used. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Episode LinksMike’s Blog Post   Episode SponsorGlobal Auction Guide The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

Every July the National Auctioneer Associations elects 1 individual to serve as Vice President. In this episode we hear from 2016 candidate Scott Shuman. The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

Auction professionals are presented with many collections, but few have the inherent value of coins. For this episode Andy is joined by returning guest Darron Meares to discuss coin collections. From defining terms to tips for handling collections this topic covers a collectible most auctioneers encounter. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher   Today’s SponsorsGlobal Auction Guide

  Every April automobile auctioneers gather to compete for the World Automobile Auctioneer Championship title. To take us behind the scenes, Bobby D. Elhert and Peter Gehres traveled to the contest to catch the flavor of the event. With interviews and thoughts on the day this episode covers the whole day’s activities. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher   Today’s SponsorThe World Automobile Auctioneers Professional Association The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

Closing a deal is much easier when a potential client sees you as an expert. One very powerful way to show expertise is hosting a seminar. For this episode Andy is joined by Jenelle Taylor to discuss seminars and how to create them so YOU can verify your expertise to potential clients. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher   Today’s SponsorsGlobal Auction Guide The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

Every July the National Auctioneer Associations elects 2 individuals to serve a 3-year term on the board as directors. In this episode we hear from 2016 candidate Jason Winter. The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

Every July the National Auctioneer Associations elects 2 individuals to serve a 3-year term on the board as directors. In this episode we hear from 2016 candidate Denise Rinaldi. The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

Every July the National Auctioneer Associations elects 2 individuals to serve a 3-year term on the board as directors. In this episode we hear from 2016 candidate Scott King. The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

Every July the National Auctioneer Associations elects 2 individuals to serve a 3-year term on the board as directors. In this episode we hear from 2016 candidate Trisha Brauer. The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

In part 10 of our mini series we focus on How to Win an Auctioneer Contest, Andy Imholte and Peter Gehres breakdown the persistence it takes continue to compete in auctioneer contests year after year. With tips for you next competition as well as your business, there is something for everyone.   Overview 35 | 12 | 7 Mindset the morning of the 2015 IAC Place mile makers when working toward a goal Competition Tips Have a goal Reevaluate your methods and techniques often Goals seldom change However, the mile markers can move or be added when working toward your goal Keep looking for your highest and best use, it might not be a microphone in your hand Business Tips Have a goal Leads to continual improvement If you are not moving forward, you are moving backward Instead of change goals when you fail, revise the MILE MARKERS towards your goal Be proud of your talents There is a place for everyone in the auction industry

Since data and insights regarding the effectiveness of your advertising is more attainable than ever, the conversation needs to change. The size of your audience is trumped by the relevance, but this is new thinking and may require us to ask some hard questions. In this episode, Ryan George joins Andy to discuss these hard questions and share some experiences in which relevance made the difference. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher   Today’s Sponsors Global Auction Guide The Fast Talking Podcast is a small business building podcast as seen through the lens of auctioneers and auction professionals. Focusing on social media, marketing strategies, finance, operations, human resources, and time management, we provide focused discussions on important topics weekly.

In part 9 of our mini series we focus on How to Win an Auctioneer Contest, Andy Imholte and Peter Gehres breakdown winning an auctioneer contest, and how to be prepared for that eventuality. With tips for you next competition as well as your business, there is something for everyone. Know How to Win Think about you speech Think about promotion Have your story developed Have your message ready Be generous Competition Tips Write your acceptance speech Build the “right” mindset Have a promotion plan in place and start executing on that plan even if you don’t win Give and give often Time and money Advice and council Business Tips Learn how to accept praise, success should not surprise you Promote your wins Get your name out there with press releases when you accomplish great work in your business Invest in your industry and your community Auctioneers are very visual profession, you should also be seen giving back