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This is a very special episode of the 6 Star Business podcast, as we welcome back to the microphone a previous guest, Michael Haynes!We purposefully arranged to have this conversation with him so that we could hear from Michael his thoughts on where we are in business in 2022, what’s really going on with the ‘great resignation’, what are the biggest pressures businesses are facing, and much more.It was a wonderful conversation, and I’m really grateful to have Michael’s insights and wisdom.My co-host today is the fabulous Joanne Brooks.Here’s a summary of what we discussed:08:35 - Michael’s view of a 6 Star Business10:30 - Identifying the decision makers14:07 - when the marketing simply isn’t working19:15 - the ‘dark funnel’ not many know about29:00 - why automation is not the answer31:45 - the challenges senior leaders face35:56 - why collaboration matters49:45 - the shift in focus from the Big 4plus a lot more…It’s a fabulous, high-energy show!Enjoy!Here’s some information about our guest:Michael HaynesCEO & Founder, Listen Innovate GrowMichael Haynes is a SME Business Growth Specialist.He is the founder of his consulting firm, Listen Innovate Grow.His focus and passion are empowering CEOs of Small and Medium sized service-based companies to acquire larger business (B2B) clients and achieve the growth they seek through a combination of strategic marketing, BUSINESS innovation and sales.Michael is based in Sydney Australia and works with companies globally.Contact:W: listeninnovategrow.comLI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhhaynes/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelHaynesB2BAdviserT: https://twitter.com/2ExcellyourbizHere’s some information about my co-host:Joanne BrooksCEO, Author & Mentor, Navig8bizhttps://www.navig8biz.com/Here’s some information about being supported and supporting others impacted by the QLD and Nth NSW Floods:Flood Relief Payments & Supporthttps://www.largehope.com/flood-relief-money/Donations for Disastershttps://www.largehope.com/giving-back/donate-disasters/Check out our previous episode here.The purpose of the 6 Star Leaders podcast is to showcase and illuminate purposeful Business Owners on their journey to creating more impact in the world. We are igniting purposeful leaders!At our core, we believe in 'doing business differently' so that heart, purpose, and passion are combined with profits for the best possible outcome. With those key ingredients, you'll be on your way to 6 Stars faster than you realise! If you'd like to get in touch please contact us at [email protected]