Latest Episodes of Bad Decisions with Jim Banks

So, having interviewed 6 people and being away from my studio I thought I would try something different for this weeks episode of Bad Decisions with Jim Banks. I thought it would be good to walk and talk, so listen to me walk around the 5.5 kilometer (3 miles) of the Yas Marina Abu Dhabi Grand Prix track and share with you my thoughts on setting up the podcast, how being a podcaster has been, what I've enjoyed, what I've learned, how I create the podcast, what the plans for the future are and...

This is episode number 6, and joining me today is my old friend and insightful thinker, Tim Ash. Tim is well-known for his pioneering work in digital marketing, particularly in conversion rate optimization. But lately, he's turned his expertise towards a broader horizon, focusing his energy on the intersections of leadership, public speaking, and the primal aspects of human behavior. Today, we'll unravel the complex layers behind making impactful decisions, the blend of luck and hard wo...

Welcome back to another episode of "Bad Decisions with Jim Banks" – the podcast where we delve into the minds of digital marketing leaders making waves and learn from their experiences and, occasionally, their bad decisions. Today, in Episode 5, we're joined by Alita Harvey-Rodriguez, founder and managing director of MI Academy. Alita is a powerhouse in digital marketing and innovation, with a decade-long career transforming organizations from the inside out. This episode covers the uni...

In this episode, we have a lively discussion with Nathan Huppatz, an experienced professional in the digital marketing and e-commerce space. Join us as we delve into Nathan's journey, from his early fascination with the Internet in the 90s to his ventures in e-commerce, including creating a successful costume business. Stay tuned to hear about the challenges and successes, and how the impact of COVID-19 transformed the landscape. Timestamp Overview 00:00 - Fascination with the int...

Today, we're going to unpack a whole spectrum of topics with Vin. Brace yourselves for insights on new ventures, chat about the weighty role of high-quality content in marketing, and touch upon the use of AI tools, like ContentX powered by Chat GPT, to generate SEO-friendly content. We'll also dip into the story of our near-miss trip to Boston right as COVID-19 turned the world upside down, leading not only to a lost business opportunity but also a hiatus in our friendship—a bond that has tha...

Welcome back to another episode of "Bad Decisions with Jim Banks". Today, in episode two, we have an exceptional guest, Jason Barnard, also known as the Brand SERPs Guy and easily recognizable in his signature red shirt. I'm your host, Jim Banks, and together we'll dive into the intricacies of written processes, the crucial balance of freedom and support in teams, and the evolution of Google’s role in personal and business branding. In this episode, Jason shares his journey from musicia...

Welcome to the first episode of "Bad Decisions with Jim Banks," where we dive into the serendipitous journeys of brilliant minds in business and marketing, and learn from the good, the bad, and the sometimes lucky twists of fate that propel us forward. Today, I'm joined by the one and only Jon Loomer, the man who turned an accidental detour into a thriving marketing powerhouse. From coaching little league to becoming a meta ads genius, Jon's story is a masterclass in pivoting with purpose. ...