In this episode of Leading Boldly, Matt and Jenny sit down with Mark Saxby, a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, and social media consultant. Mark shares his journey from journalism to becoming a leader in the social media space. He discusses the evolution of his businesses, including Status Social, Positive Social, and Be More Colin, and dives deep into the impact of social media on business, mental health, and productivity.

Key Takeaways:

• Mark’s Early Career & Life Lessons – From his childhood as an army brat, moving between countries, to his early career in journalism, Mark reflects on the lessons learned through constant reinvention.
• The Power of Digital Storytelling – Mark shares how social media has transformed the way businesses communicate and connect, emphasizing the need for authenticity and engagement in digital storytelling.
• Mental Health & Social Media – As the founder of Positive Social, Mark talks about the emotional toll social media can have, especially on young people, and how his charity is helping students reclaim their well-being by making smarter choices online.
• Be More Colin: Improving Work-Life Balance – Mark discusses his initiative, Be More Colin, aimed at helping businesses and individuals be more productive and focused by reducing phone distractions and fostering better relationships within teams.
• The Future of Social Media & AI – Mark weighs in on the role of AI in social media marketing, highlighting its potential but stressing the importance of human touch in building relationships.
• Leadership & Business Philosophy – Mark believes that business should be about more than profits. He discusses his core mission to positively impact the lives of everyone he comes in contact with, whether through social media consultancy or community initiatives.

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Status Social – A social media consultancy that has helped businesses thrive online.
• Positive Social – A charity that helps young people and families understand the emotional impact of social media.
• Be More Colin – A movement encouraging teams and individuals to be less distracted by phones and more focused on building meaningful relationships.

Books, Music, and Tools/Frameworks:

• Book: The Bible
• Music: Pink Floyd
• Tool/Framework: Mark’s favourite tool is his bike.

Connect with Mark:

LinkedIn

Positive Social Website

Status Social Website

Be More Colin

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