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Alastair McDermott

How to Stand out in a Crowded Marketplace

Do you feel like just another face in the crowd? In today’s crowded marketplace blending in can spell disaster if you want to attract ideal clients and increase your impact. You need to learn how to differentiate yourself and become the only choice. In this episode of The Recognized Authority,

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How You Can Use AI to Help You Write

Is AI generating crud like this when you use it? “Ready to unlock the clandestine power of AI and delve into a realm of endless possibilities? In the modern digital landscape, staying ahead is the new normal, unlock the secrets of…” Wow. I hope you didn’t get any of that

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Why AI Skeptics Should Give It a Try

I understand folks who aren’t feeling the love for AI. In fact, think if I wasn’t a podcaster I might be quite a bit slower on the uptake with it myself. But because podcasting workflow has so many moving parts – depending on how you approach it – I have

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How to Choose the Right Mic [Popular Microphones Reviewed]

Ever wondered why some people instantly command attention in virtual meetings or podcasts, while others struggle to make an impact? It’s not just about what you say, but how you’re heard. Literally. Today I want to dive into high-quality audio and video, and why it’s non-negotiable for anyone serious about

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Using Socratic Questioning to Understand Your Clients

Understanding your clients’ needs and challenges is non-negotiable. It’s “table-stakes” in business. And it it never hurts to talk with prospective clients. That’s why I recommend having exploratory conversations with prospective clients at every opportunity, asking open-ended questions about the challenges they are facing. You will learn how they perceive

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Why Your Lead Magnets Aren’t Working and How to Fix It

We all know lead magnets are supposed to build your email list. But what if simply collecting emails is the wrong goal entirely? In this turnaround episode, Alastair McDermott is the guest on The Recognized Authority, with special guest-host Al McBride asking the questions. Alastair shares how most people get

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AI Policy

This is my AI usage policy when it comes to content creation, especially for my books, blog posts, and social posts, and why I think a lot of people are NUTS. First, for context I’m talking about using large language model tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Bard and Bing. I’m going

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How to Elevate Your Brand with Bite-Sized Video

In a world where social media is king, creating great content that represents your brand and that actually brings in leads feels like an uphill battle. Time constraints, unclear messaging, and the constant pressure to create new content and stand out leads to confusion and frustration. But what if there

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How I Produce Quality Content in Just 2-4 Hours a Week

In this week’s episode of The Recognized Authority, I share how I create high-quality content in just 2-4 hours of my time per week. My focus is on producing quality content that resonates with my target audience on social media. I dedicate time blocks for content creation and leverage strategies

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How to Create Content When You’re Too Busy

Also Available on Amazon Get it on Kindle Efficient Content Creation How to Consistently Create High-Quality Content in a Busy Schedule No time for content creation? You’re in good company – most business leaders feel that trying to consistently create high-quality, impactful content seems overwhelming, and even impossible to consider,

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Why You Need to Share Your Knowledge

In the context of expertise, building your personal authority is about gaining credibility, trust, and recognition. And once you start building authority, you will start getting more inbound leads, which enables you to command premium fees and work less hours. That’s the end goal. How do we build authority?

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How to Know When You Are Ready to Outsource with Eman Zabi

In this episode of Accelerating Your Authority, your host Alastair McDermott speaks with Copywriting and marketing consultant, Eman Zabi about How to Know When You’re Ready to Outsource. Eman Zabi started her first company, the Scribesmith, at 22. Since then, the Scribesmith has gone on to work with clients like Stanford

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How to Tell Brand Stories with Videos with Usman Sheikh

In this episode of   Accelerating Your Authority, your host Alastair McDermott speaks with CEO, Usman Sheikh about telling brand stories with video. We are a creative agency with a passion for beautiful design backed by solid insights. With our help, our partners define their identities and stand out from the

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