Dan Lyons, technology editor at Newsweek / The Daily Beast, Fake Steve Jobs and merciless marksman of mayhem.
So what happened is this.
A guy named Dave Thackeray, aka “The Podcast Guy,” who lives in Liverpool, heard me talk at a conference in Newcastle a few months ago and tweeted a tweet saying he thought I should be doing a podcast. I got in touch, and we talked, and it turns out he’s a really great guy with the world’s most awesome accent, and we have a lot in common, including our appreciation of Coleen Rooney.
One drawback is that Dave is a hardcore Windows fanatic — I didn’t realize there was such a thing — who refuses to touch Apple products.
Annabel Candy, Blogging Coach, Founder of Successful Blogging and All-Round Awesomeist.
I spent 90 minutes on a Skype call with Dave and it was amazing. He’s friendly, incredibly helpful and he knows podcasting inside out.
Although I first came across Dave as The Podcast Guy there’s a lot more to him than that. Dave has an excellent understanding of blogging, social media, business and marketing.
I can’t wait to implement some of the tips Dave shared. He left me feeling inspired, motivated and informed.
Dave demystifies podcasting and makes it accessible to everyone. I can’t wait to get started.
Lori Randall Stradtman, Social Media Superstar and Founder of Social Media Design, and Professional Speaker
What can I say about Dave? Wow!! He’s a dynamic, authentic guy who really knows his business.
I have never spoken with anybody who knows more about how to genuinely engage with people via internet radio, podcasting, and video podcasting. Dave took me on a breathtaking tour of the possibilities that await for anybody who wants to take their online marketing past Facebook and Twitter and into the hugely neglected group of people who would love to listen to something while they’re driving or doing something else, but don’t engage on social networks.
As connected as I am, I love to listen to podcasts and audiobooks while I’m out for a run or driving. It’s a way to pack more fun and education into my day in this digital arena that’s evolving by the second. Are you interested in creating well done, interesting podcasts that touch and provide useful info for your audience? Contact Dave.
David M Disick, Former Wall Street Attorney, Resort Development Pioneer and President of The Fractional Consultant
Dave is a highly talented, engaged and engaging interviewer who immediately establishes feelings of trust, is a great listener and a thoroughly delightful and entertaining conversationalist.
This very special guy offers a unique blend of intelligence, creative business thinking, exceptional energy, contagious enthusiasm, razor-sharp wit and cutting-edge technical expertise. I have become Dave’s avid fan and regularly follow his brilliant, passionate and amusing posts on The Podcast Guy.
The Guy at The Podcast Guy has earned my highest recommendation. What an extraordinary guy he is!
Sarah von Bargen, Inspired Thought Leader to the College Community and Editor-in-Chief of Yes and Yes
Dave is The Best. Yeah, that’s right – he deserves capitol letters. He’s funny, lovely to work with, over flowing with good ideas and uber professional. Not only will he help you craft a top notch podcast, he can talk you through all the nitty gritty using your podcast to bring in sales. You’re missing out if you don’t give him a try.
Helen Foster, Marketing Manager at RCI – a Wyndham Worldwide company
The Podcast Guy not only built RCIVentures.com, but quickly convinced me and my RCI directors of the need to distinguish the web site from so many others by giving it an insightful and interactive element in the form of podcasts.
Quick to identify the talk of the day business topics, Dave works hard to get the best industry commentators on board to discuss. Not one to stand still, he has since evolved the podcasts on the site to deepen visitor engagement and been successful in using them as a tool to boost visitor numbers to the site, reduce the bounce rate and, equally important to RCI, to help support our industry associates by giving them access to what has become a recognised and popular platform to share their knowledge and experience.
Elizabeth Giles, Partner at Austin Spice Company
“David is an inspiration! With new ideas flowing on things I can do to improve my communication, having someone outside my circle to hold me accountable for the work I create, and an experienced, objective opinion to be honest with both about my ideas and the groups, I’m already seeing an increase in traffic and profits.
“THANK YOU, DAVID! I’d shout it from the mountain tops if I could!”
Kath Roberts, CEO at Alchemy 4 The Soul
For those of you looking to get results and to push past any limited thinking creating sustainable success and astonishing results then Dave is your man. I have never met such a bundle of energy, infectious enthusiasm, passion , purpose, momentum and drive. He has a great listening ability which delivers a fabulous questioning technique to get to the heart of your issues quickly and effectively.
He’ll provide you with a mass of practical tips and tricks to take you where you need to go and he’ll be cheering and pushing you all the way to the finish line. Measurement and accountability is subtle because you come away from a call feeling re-engaged with your business and excited about the goals that you have rather than the list of new tasks.
His style is supportive, creative, collaborative and exceptionally encouraging… Better than a can of Red Bull, frankly! He is living his purpose and fully engaged in providing his unique communication and connection gift to the world and he can and will help you find your greatness too !
El Edwards, Top 40 Blogger, Charity Founder and Writer/Publisher of Digital Escapology
Dave has a way with words that is both unique and refreshing. Talking to Dave will delight your mind and fire your passions but be warned, you will feel compelled to take action after working with Dave. Lazy bones and the lethargic need not apply.
Ben Lumley, Schools Speaker, Coach and Writer
Dave is brilliant! Great guy. Great advice. Great ideas. With in the space of an 40 mins he had given me ideas for audio products that could really make a difference to people’s lives and the ultimate success.
Melitsa Avila, Founder of Play Activities Inc and Creator of the Raising Playful Tots Podcast
I’ve found Dave to be approachable and careful to match resources to your specific needs. His advice was spot on and timely. Dave has a wealth of information about podcasting. I have never been disappointed with the results following a meeting.
Rusty Carlson, Owner at Rusty’s Real Deal and Proprietor of Moxie Deluxe
After brainstorming with Dave last week about how to expand my exposure with business broadcasting, I just can’t stop thinking about it. He really got my creative juices flowing and excited about the idea of doing what I’m already doing but actually sharing it with the world in a vibrant new way.
I look forward to experimenting with the easy to follow, concrete plan he hammered out for me and seeing where it takes me! Thanks Dave!
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