Explore LinkedIn for hiring, Blue Nile for rings, and Hinge for dating: LinkedIn is a valuable resource for hiring professionals, Blue Nile offers a convenient ring shopping experience, and Hinge introduces voice prompts for dating app support
LinkedIn is an essential platform for small businesses looking to hire professionals. It's where you can find top talent, even those not actively searching for new jobs. With over 70% of LinkedIn users not visiting other leading job sites, it's the place to be. Plus, designing a unique engagement ring with ease and convenience is possible at Blue Nile. And for those single and looking, Hinge, the dating app designed to be deleted, offers voice prompts for your friends to hype you up to potential matches. In summary, LinkedIn is a game-changer for hiring, Blue Nile simplifies ring shopping, and Hinge brings a new twist to online dating.
Planning a Live Show: Inviting Audience to Share Embarrassing Moments: Group plans live show, invites audience to share embarrassing moments, values audience engagement, sells out without advertising, has publicity plans, playful and humorous dynamic, interactive experience.
The group is planning a live show and inviting audience members to share their most embarrassing moments for potential inclusion. Despite selling out without advertising, they recognize the importance of publicity and have plans in place, including potential appearances on television shows. The group's dynamic is playful and humorous, with frequent banter and inside jokes. They value audience engagement and aim to make the live show an interactive experience. The group is still in the planning stages and details are being kept under wraps, but they are excited about the upcoming event. If you have an embarrassing story to share, email [stayingrelevant@insellingehq.com](mailto:stayingrelevant@insellingehq.com) to take part.
The Power of Peer Pressure: Peer pressure can create an environment where individuals feel compelled to make decisions against their normal habits, potentially leading to negative consequences.
Peer pressure, or as they call it, "Pete pressure," can be a powerful influence on people, leading them to make decisions they might not normally make. This was highlighted in a conversation about a night out where Pete encouraged someone to have a cigarette after 10 years of abstinence. The speaker, despite not being a smoker herself, felt unable to resist Pete's persuasive nature. The incident raised concerns about what might happen on an upcoming tour with Pete, given his influence and past habits. The speaker also clarified that Pete didn't force her into smoking, but rather created an environment where she felt compelled to give in. The incident underscores the importance of being aware of the power of peer pressure and the potential consequences it can have.
Discovering Old Connections: Sam and Barry's History with Sean Williamson: Sam and Barry share a past with Sean Williamson from Big Brother, revealing an unexpected kiss. They describe him as a nice and decent bloke, and are excited to attend one of his performances.
The podcast hosts, Sam and Barry, have a shared history with Sean Williamson, a former Big Brother contestant and singer. They have spoken about him extensively, and Barry even revealed that they had kissed during their time on the show. Despite this, Sam had never mentioned this detail to the other host. Barry described Sean as a "nice guy" and a "decent bloke" who was a great singer and enjoyed himself during their time in the Big Brother house. The hosts are planning to attend one of Sean's performances at Barioke in Brighton and are looking forward to the experience.
The importance of a reliable team member during a tour: A trusted tour manager ensures a good time and handles issues, while the people you're with create memorable experiences.
Despite the unexpected changes in plans and routines during a tour, the importance of having a reliable and trusted team member, like a tour manager, is crucial for ensuring a good time and handling any potential issues. The speaker in this conversation mentions his tour manager, Stevie Lux, who is responsible for making sure he has a good time and looks after him when he gets out of hand after drinking. The conversation also touches upon the importance of the people you're with and creating memorable experiences together, even if the location may not be ideal. The speaker shares past experiences of enjoying himself at after parties and inviting others to join, but acknowledges that everyone has different preferences and comfort levels. Overall, the conversation highlights the value of having a strong team and embracing new experiences, even when things don't go exactly as planned.
Sam and Pete's dynamic duo: Humor and smooth flow: Through their unique partnership, Sam and Pete leverage each other's strengths to create engaging content, even during off nights, and are willing to take risks for their audience.
During their podcast, Sam and Pete rely on each other to keep the content engaging, with Sam providing the humor and Pete ensuring a smooth flow. However, if Sam has an "off night," Pete steps in to fill the gaps with semi-funny material. This dynamic has led to some of their best work. In a recent prank, Pete went all out, hiring real paparazzi and videographers to surprise Sam, demonstrating the depth of their commitment to their audience. Despite the risks and costs involved, Pete's meticulous planning paid off, resulting in a successful prank that showcased their unique partnership.
Effective communication crucial during crises or pranks: Stay calm, clarify situation, ensure all parties understand, clear communication from all sides can prevent misunderstandings and negative reactions, be aware of surroundings and potential recording devices.
Communication and understanding are crucial during unexpected situations, especially when dealing with crises or pranks. In the discussed incident, Pete was already in a bad mood and caught off guard by the media, leading him to panic and react negatively. The speaker, who was trying to help Pete, also struggled to communicate effectively due to the chaos of the moment. It's important to stay calm, clarify the situation, and ensure all parties involved are on the same page to prevent misunderstandings and potential escalation of the situation. In this instance, clear and timely communication from Pete's agent could have helped mitigate the situation and prevented Pete's negative reaction. Additionally, being aware of one's surroundings and the potential for hidden cameras or recording devices is essential to avoid making things worse.
Misunderstanding leads to stress, but humor and friendship turn it around: Misunderstandings can cause stress and anxiety, but keeping a sense of humor and being a good friend can turn a potentially bad situation into a wonderful one
A misunderstanding can lead to unnecessary stress and anxiety, but having a good sense of humor and being a good friend can turn a potentially bad situation into a wonderful one. The speaker in this discussion found himself in a predicament where he believed he was being pranked by his friend Pete, leading him to panic and call various people for help. However, it turned out that Pete was not the prankster, and everyone involved had a good laugh about it in the end. The speaker also shared that he wasn't angry because he thought it was his friend, and he was glad he didn't react aggressively. Instead, he chose to remain calm and let the situation unfold, ultimately leading to a great video for their project. The experience reinforced the importance of being a good friend and keeping a sense of humor in difficult situations.
Unexpected betrayal from a friend: Encountering deceit in friendships serves as a reminder to value authentic connections and be cautious of potential ulterior motives.
During an unexpected encounter with a friend, the speaker discovered that he was not as close as he thought they were. The friend, Pete, had manipulated a situation to gain an advantage, leaving the speaker feeling betrayed. Despite this, the speaker acknowledged that Pete had always had a dark side and was relieved that his deceit had been exposed. The experience served as a reminder of the importance of authentic friendships and the need to be aware of potential ulterior motives in relationships. The speaker also shared amusing anecdotes from the encounter, highlighting the unexpected nature of the situation and the unexpected actions of those involved. Ultimately, the speaker learned to value genuine connections and to be cautious of those who may not have the same level of loyalty and trustworthiness.
Social media: Personal and Professional Risks: Be mindful of what we share online as it can have serious personal and professional consequences.
Social media can have serious consequences, both personally and professionally. The speaker in this conversation shared an embarrassing experience where a past caption of his was used against him, leading to bullying and negative attention. He also mentioned how he's since been unable to control his social media presence due to others rewriting his captions and bullying him further. The conversation also touched upon the speaker's attendance at an award ceremony and his interactions with others, highlighting the unpredictability and potential risks that come with social media use. Overall, the conversation serves as a reminder of the importance of being mindful of what we share online and the potential repercussions that can come with it.
Pete's Unconventional Approach to Awards Ceremonies: Instead of enduring long awards ceremonies, Pete finds joy in stepping outside for cigarettes, drinks, and socializing with colleagues, prioritizing his own enjoyment over convention.
The speaker, Pete, expresses his boredom during an awards ceremony and finds ways to entertain himself instead of staying in the event. He goes outside for cigarettes, drinks, and socializes with the team, rather than enduring the lengthy awards presentation. The speaker also shares a humorous moment where Pete appears uninterested during the awards, making it the most entertaining sequence of events the speaker has ever seen. Despite the event's importance, Pete prioritizes his own enjoyment and finds joy in the simpler things, like a plate of chips at the after-party.
Creating a viral TikTok audio clip for awkward situations: The duo shares a humorous audio clip on TikTok to help individuals navigate awkward situations, potentially going viral and expanding beyond seasonal use. Listeners are encouraged to support their content across various platforms, with upcoming episodes and promotions announced.
The duo discussed creating and sharing a humorous audio clip on TikTok, inspired by Pete's confusion over a previous conversation. They plan to use the clip for situations where individuals feel embarrassed or unsure about their actions. The audio could go viral and is not limited to seasonal use. They encouraged listeners to subscribe, follow, rate, and review their content across various platforms. They also mentioned upcoming episodes and promotions, including a bonus episode and a Mother's Day offer from 1-800-Flowers. They ended the podcast expressing their enjoyment of the episode and emphasizing the importance of supporting their content. Quince was also mentioned as a brand offering high-quality travel essentials at affordable prices with ethical manufacturing practices.
62: Sam Pulls Off The Ultimate Prank & Pete Was Cornered By Paparazzi
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Pete's been done by the press and Sam has big plans for Strictly
On this week's bonus episode, we heard a pretty shocking tale from one of our listeners that involves the THEFT of some Sam and Pete dishy cloths...
Listeners Arianna and Jo also found some examples of Pete's name in the press, neither of which have gone too well for him. At least he's Staying Relevant?
We also hear tour reviews, a couple of top tier jingles and it seems Sam has some BIG plans for Pete's first dance this weekend!
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93: Sam let loose at the NTAs and Twinkle Toes Wicks started Strictly!
Well it has been a WEEK.
The boys debrief the live shows at the Hammersmith Apollo and Pete addresses a complaint about Sam...
We also heard the behind-the-scenes goss from the NTAs, including how Sam accosted some red carpet goers and then had a mishap on National TV.
Pete is a SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER and Sam managed to derail his entire book launch.
Oh, and a little thing called STRICTLY COME DANCING is officially underway!
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An unusual mating call and Pete has a word with our listeners...
On this week's bonus episode, we heard about the word's weirdest mating call from listener Amy, so of course it only made sense that the boys give it a go... brace yourselves. We also heard about a doctor's appointment gone wrong and an irritating colleague - but Pete intercepted with a little message for our listeners. We still love you.
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92: Welcome to Staying Relevant Productions
This week's episode comes to you from Sam and Pete's brand new production company - Staying Relevant Productions!
We are only a couple of weeks in, but boy has it been a journey. Sam has been in charge of hiring, and safe to say he has some interesting interviewing techniques.
We are also midway through our run of 'Staying Relevant and Friends' live at the Apollo - listen to all the chaos that went down in the run up to the shows as Pete explains what Sam brought to the table.
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A hen do gone VERY wrong and a potential Pete Wicks candle
On this week's bonus episode the boys are discussing a hen do that's gone a step too far and a potential new piece of merch that we reckon would FLY off the shelves... could Pete be the next Gwyneth Paltrow? We think so.
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91: Joel Dommett
This week we were joined by the BRILLIANT Joel Dommett! We talked all things NTAs ahead of the boys becoming Joel's 'co-hosts'... or ahead of Joel hosting the NTAs and Sam and Pete following him around.
Joel enlightened us with career advice, words of wisdom and NTAs exclusives... while Sam asked Joel if he blinks, Pete told him about his stick collection and Sam explained he likes penguins because they waddle. All in a day's work.
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Listener Dom's Unusual Encounter With Pete In The Bathroom
On this week's bonus episode Sam and Pete are discussing weird nicknames, a listener's strange encounter in the bathroom with Pete and we have another song for you - you don't want to miss it!
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90: Sam Explains Brat Summer & Pete's Discovers He Can't Shimmy
In this week's episode, Sam spends a lot of it trying to explain the different between 'brat summer' and 'hot girl summer' which leads to Pete ending up more confused, and a little bit more angry. Plus, Pete has started his Strictly journey and discovers he has flat feet and can't shimmy.
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Listener Roisin's Baby Monitor Mishap: A Tale of Unexpected Encounters
In this week's bonus episode, the boys had their own story to tell from Sam's birthday dinner which involved Pete's hefty drinks order, a trip to Stringfellows and Sam throwing napkins at strangers. But that's not all, as we still had time to squeeze in one of your listener letters which will make you cringe with secondhand embarrassment!
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89: Pete's Doing Strictly & Sam's Love Island Surprise
The rumours are true, Staying Relevant's very own Snake-Hip Wicks is doing Strictly Come Dancing! We cannot WAIT to see him in sequins and shimmying his way across the dance floor. But that's not all, as Pete surprised Sam on Love Island Aftersun and flew all the way out to Mallorca without him knowing.
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