Dive into the world of water professionals with a seasoned thought leader, Adam Tank, co-founder of Transcend, as he guides you through the maze of marketing challenges in the water sector. In this episode, Adam brings over 15 years of industry expertise to unravel the complexities of building an online presence for water companies.
Feel the tug of limited time and budget? Adam Tank understands the struggle. Join us for a candid conversation infused with humor and anecdotes as we explore Adam’s water journey. Whether you’re just starting your online presence or a marketing enthusiast in the water treatment industry, Adam shares practical insights on the dos and don’ts of marketing, the impact of social media, and effective budgeting and communication strategies.
This episode promises more than just knowledge; it’s a journey toward clarity in your marketing strategies. Adam’s powerful wisdom unfolds as he declares, “Social media, used properly, is the most powerful network building and brand building tool that has ever existed in the history of the world.” Don’t miss the chance to gain a unique perspective and elevate your approach to marketing in the water treatment realm.
Tune in for a wealth of actionable insights and discover the secrets to authentic engagement. Enhance your marketing strategies with Adam Tank’s expertise, and let’s navigate the waters of the industry together.
Timestamps
1:00 – Trace Blackmore emphasizes continuous learning to prevent burnout
8:00 – Call to action: Leave reviews, like, and subscribe to the podcast
12:18 – Upcoming events for water treatment professionals
23:00 – Introduction of Adam Tank and discussion on mentorship
29:55 – Importance of digital presence and advice for starting marketing
32:00 – Customer engagement and rules for creating a message
38:00 – Consequences of not investing in marketing
41:00 – Exploring different social media types and content strategies
50:00 – Advice on budgeting for marketing
52:00 – Humorous stories about dealing with online critics
58:00 – Reflection on the impact of positive feedback from fans
1:02:00 – Lightning round questions
1:07:00 – Closing thoughts and a sneak peek of James McDonald’s 2024 podcast episodes
Quotes
“The internet is an amazing vehicle for serendipity. Start small. Don’t overthink it. Share about your day and go from there.”– Adam Tank
“People want to connect with people. People want to connect with people who they like and trust.”- Adam Tank
“Authenticity. Authenticity is key when using social media platforms.” – Adam Tank
“Social media, used properly, is the most powerful network building and brand building tool that has ever existed in the history of the world.”- Adam Tank
“Going viral isn’t the goal, the goal is to find a tribe of people online.” – Adam Tank
“Start with a single post. Start with a single reshare. Write a couple of sentences, put it out into the world, and see what happens.” – Adam Tank
Connect with Adam Tank
Phone: 913.940.4381
Email: atank@transcendinfra.com
Website: www.adamtank.com
Podcast: Water We Talking About
LinkedIn: in/adamtank
Read or Download Adam Tank’s Press Release HERE
Links Mentioned
Water We Talking About Podcast
Write of Passage Online Writing Course
Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses
Episodes Mentioned
Ep 181 with Jim Lauria and Adam Tank – Social Media Water Geeks
Ep 279 with Jim Lauria and Adam – Water We Talking About Hosts
Ep 280 with Tim Fulton – Retaining Top Talent
Books Mentioned
To Know Water Is To Love Water (Coming Soon) by Jim Lauria
The 4-Hour Workweek by Timothy Ferriss
1000 True Fans: Use Kevin Kelly’s Simple Idea to Earn A Living Doing What You Love by Jon Longhurst
The Black Swan, Second Edition: The Impact of the Highly Improbable: With a new section: “On Robustness and Fragility” by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
Periodic Water Table With James McDonald
First off, what is BCDMH? Is it considered an oxizider or nonoxidizer? In what form is BCDMH available? How is BCDMH fed to a system? What are its reaction byproducts with water? How is its concentration in the system measured? How is it controlled? Is it fed continuously or intermittently? Does pH have any impact upon BCDMH? Water temperature? What’s its chemical formula?
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2023 Events for Water Professionals
Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we’ve listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE or using the dropdown menu.
