Adam Rodricks
Special guest
I transform "word of mouth" into a world of mouth.
Are you ready for a mouthful? My claim to fame in the world of social media and blogging came in 2007 when I reluctantly sold my blog after being served with a cease and desist.
The important takeaway from the ordeal was validation: I could make an impact (and a career) through engaging conversation.
I’m the best-selling author of Trigger Fingers (#1 on Amazon in Public Relations, Direct Marketing and Business Biographies), a TEDx speaker, 'Canada's Top Social Media Strategist' (Speakers Bureau of Canada) and a recipient of the Top 100 Canadian Public Speaker Series award (Post Media).
In 2022, I was honoured to be named the inaugural recipient of University of Toronto's Young Alumni Award for Outstanding Achievement, for my contributions to the field of social media as a practitioner, author and public speaker.
I've spent the last 15 years growing the social and digital properties of Canada's most prominent brands, managing all aspects of their digital marketing strategy including social listening, management of social media channels, crisis communicationss and social media programs. I'm currently the National Director of Social Growth & Experience at KPMG Canada.
My work as a social media influencer has been featured on CBC, CTV, Yahoo, BNN, DigitalJournal.com, MaximumPC, WhatCulture.com, staples.com, Nintendo.ca, and my own site, http://www.adamrodricks.com.
In addition to my formal work in social media, I'm also madly passionate about education; I sit on the Digital Program Advisory Committee at Centennial College and I teach my own course at George Brown College in Toronto.
What does all of this mean?
It means that I help businesses create conversations that resonate with their audiences and increase meaningful chatter, turning posts into conversations, conversations into relationships, and relationships into quality leads.
I've engaged millions of followers on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram as well as viewers on YouTube, IGTV and Facebook Live. The most important word in my vocabulary is 'conversation', and I'm elated to start one with you.
** Conscious of Scott Stratten's advice on disclaimers: all views expressed here are my own**
Adam Rodricks has been a guest on 2 episodes.
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Writing and publishing experiences from 2 authors Adam Rodricks | SWIKE Podcast (AR-002)
May 24th, 2023 | 24 mins 12 secs
adam, author, book writing, collaboration, inspiration, lessons learned, luki, personal branding, personal development, podcast, publishing, self-help, self-improvement, self-publishing, storytelling, writing, writing process, writing resources, writing tips
Join our host Luki as he engages in a deep-dive conversation with Adam, a two-time author, about the fascinating and often challenging journey of book writing. They share invaluable insights from their experiences, discussing topics such as the inspiration behind their first books, the writing process, the impact of their words on their readers, and lessons learned along the way. Aspiring authors will find useful advice, from the importance of outlines to networking with published authors. Adam also teases his upcoming book, discussing the innovative ways he plans to take a different approach. Whether you're a budding writer or a seasoned author, this podcast offers a treasure trove of knowledge to help you navigate your writing journey.
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Kid with a video game blog to speaker, author and marketing leader with Adam Rodricks(AR-001)
March 15th, 2023 | 34 mins 11 secs
gratitude, mentor, resilience
Join us in this podcast episode as we explore Adam Rodricks' inspiring journey of overcoming adversity and achieving success in the corporate world. Discover the importance of mentorship, resilience, and breaking down goals into smaller steps.
Adam shares his experiences growing up and the challenges he faced in his pursuit of education. Learn about the role of gratitude, forgiveness, and personal growth in maintaining a positive outlook and moving forward in one's career.
Listen as Adam discusses the significance of work-life balance, communication, and the impact of informal mentorship. Uncover powerful lessons from Adam's journey and learn how to apply these principles to overcome challenges and succeed in your own life.