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Entrepreneur Bootcamp Podcast

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by Derek Schmidt

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We’re going to teach YOU how to grow and scale your business based on real life experiences and practical advice from other entrepreneurs.

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May 17, 2026

Is Your Marketing Actually Working? The 5-System Audit Framework

<p><iframe loading="lazy" width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/E8ybNhNGsM4" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <p>You are spending money on marketing. But is it turning into customers? In this hands-on workshop, Derek Schmidt walks through the five marketing systems every local business needs to stop wasting budget and start generating consistent leads. This is not theory. It is a working session with live audits, real tools, and a framework you can apply to your business today.</p> <h3>In this episode, you will learn:</h3> <ul> <li>Why most marketing fails (the leaky bucket problem) and how to diagnose where your leads are falling through the cracks</li> <li>The critical difference between marketing tactics and marketing systems, and why that distinction changes everything</li> <li>How to turn your website from a digital brochure into a 24/7 conversion engine</li> <li>The three factors Google uses to rank your Business Profile and how to control two of them for free</li> <li>The one-video content engine that produces five to six pieces of content from a single recording</li> <li>Why buyers need 7 to 13 touchpoints and the simplest lead capture system to build this week</li> <li>How to go from a handful of Google reviews to hundreds using a repeatable, automated process</li> <li>How to use AI to audit your entire online presence and generate a professional-grade 90-day marketing plan in minutes</li> </ul> <h3>Timestamps</h3> <ul> <li>00:01:10 – Introduction and workshop setup</li> <li>00:06:16 – The leaky bucket problem</li> <li>00:09:10 – Five systems overview (systems vs. tactics)</li> <li>00:14:05 – System 1: Website conversion</li> <li>00:22:26 – System 2: Local SEO and Google Business Profile</li> <li>00:28:03 – System 3: Content and authority</li> <li>00:34:03 – System 4: Lead capture and nurture</li> <li>00:37:27 – System 5: Reputation and reviews</li> <li>00:40:54 – Live audit of a local business</li> <li>00:48:45 – AI quick win: building your 90-day plan</li> <li>00:57:59 – Free discovery call offer</li> </ul> <h3>Links</h3> <ul> <li>Join the community: <a href="https://community.entrepreneurbootcamppodcast.com">https://community.entrepreneurbootcamppodcast.com</a></li> <li>DesignLoud: <a href="https://designloud.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://designloud.com</a></li> <li>Book a free discovery call: <a href="https://designloud.com/contact" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://designloud.com/contact</a></li> </ul> <h3>About the Host</h3> <p>Derek Schmidt is the CEO of DesignLoud, a full-service digital marketing agency based in Wilmington, North Carolina. With over 15 years of experience helping local businesses grow through web design, SEO, paid advertising, and marketing automation, Derek brings a systems-first approach to digital marketing. He hosts the Entrepreneur Bootcamp community where business owners learn to build marketing that actually works, with or without an agency.</p> <p><a href="https://entrepreneurbootcamppodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/is-your-marketing-actually-working.mp3">Download Episode</a></p>

November 13, 2024

Entrepreneurial Finances: Insights and Strategies for Success

In today's fast-paced business world, understanding financial fundamentals is crucial for any entrepreneur. In a recent episode of the Entrepreneur Bootcamp Podcast, finance expert Dr. Chandra Chahyadi emphasized the importance of not only grasping financial strategies but also understanding the motivations behind them. By avoiding common pitfalls such as lacking a financial buffer or scaling prematurely, and by embracing a personalized approach to financial mentoring, entrepreneurs can pave a solid path to success. Discover how the "power of small" changes and finding the right mentor can transform your financial journey and business growth.

October 23, 2024

Business Exit Strategy Secrets: How Top Brokers Value and Sell Companies for Maximum Profit

In this comprehensive guide to business exit planning, international M&A expert Regina Fisher shares her proven framework for maximizing business value. Through real case studies, including a manufacturing company's recent 3x revenue sale, Fisher reveals the systematic approach that's helped business owners secure premium buyouts. Learn the critical value drivers buyers actually pay for, common pitfalls that slash business value, and get a practical 90-day action plan to start boosting your company's worth today. Perfect for current sellers and owners planning future exits.

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