Start, Grow and Scale your Children's Activity Business with Confidence
Kristine Monaghan
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Hosted by Krissy Monaghan, the creator of the Children's Activity Business Academy. Former Franchisor, franchisee, and Master franchisee. 10 years experience within the Children's Activity Industry.
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Mar 23, 2023
Let's talk to Pop Star Katy from Zoziumus Drama
This week on the Children's Activity Business Academy Podcast we talk to Katy Bachelor about her business journey to date as a independent, the challenges she faced when she started the business and her journey with the Market Like A Pop Star Programme over the last 5 months.
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Mar 15, 2023
Marketing First, Sales Second
Are you struggling to close sales and grow your business? It's time to take a step back and focus on the foundation of your sales strategy: marketing.
In this podcast, we explore why marketing is essential to the success of any sales strategy, and why you need to focus on marketing before asking for the sale. I share my insights on the marketing strategies that drive sales success, from building brand awareness to generating leads and nurturing relationships with potential customers.
Join me today where we explore why marketing is the key to unlocking business success and driving revenue growth. Tune in to "Marketing First, Sales Second" today.
Want to learn more about how to Market Like A Pop Star the registration doors are now open to my FREE Market Like A Pop Star 5-Day Challenge.
https://www.kristinemonaghan.online/5dayFreeChallenge
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Mar 8, 2023
The Power of You
In this podcast, we explore the world of personal branding and how it can help you to take your brand to the next level. While building a strong business brand is crucial for success, developing a personal brand can be equally important.
Join me as we dive into the benefits of personal branding, including how it can help you stand out in a crowd, establish credibility and trust with their customer, and attract the right customers into your business.
Want to learn more about how to Market Like A Pop Star the registration doors are now open to my FREE Market Like A Pop Star 5-Day Challenge.
https://www.kristinemonaghan.online/5dayFreeChallenge
Follow me for more tips on how to Start, Grow and Scale your Business here.
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Mar 1, 2023
Stop Spamming, Start Succeeding: How Children's Activity Providers Can Build Relationships in Facebook Groups
Facebook Groups can be a great way for children's activity providers to connect with potential customers and build their business. However, it's important to avoid spamming these groups with irrelevant or promotional posts.
In this podcast, we'll discuss the importance of engaging with your audience, providing valuable content, and building relationships in Facebook Groups. You'll learn how to establish yourself as a trusted resource, increase your visibility, and grow your business in a way that's respectful and effective.
Whether you're new to Facebook Groups or looking to take your engagement to the next level, this podcast will provide valuable insights and strategies to help you succeed. Join us as we share tips and best practices for building relationships, not spamming, in Facebook Groups.
The registration doors are now open to my FREE Market Like A Pop Star 5-Day Challenge.
https://www.kristinemonaghan.online/5dayFreeChallenge
Follow me for more tips on how to Start, Grow and Scale your Business here.
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Feb 22, 2023
Unforgettable: Strategies for Making You and Your Business Memorable
In a world where we are constantly bombarded with information, how can you make yourself and your business stand out from the crowd? In "Unforgettable," we explore practical and actionable strategies for creating a memorable personal brand and building a business that leaves a lasting impression on your customers.
Want to learn more about working with me through the Market Like A Pop Star Programme then register your interest today for my FREE 5-Day Market Like A Pop Star Challenge. https://www.kristinemonaghan.online/registermyinterest
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Feb 15, 2023
Unlocking Potential: Harnessing Free Tools for Successful Children's Activity Providers
As a children's activity provider, your ultimate goal is to provide engaging and educational experiences for children. But in order to reach the greatest number of children and families, you need to make use of all the tools at your disposal. That's why this podcast is a must-listen!
When I started business over 10 years ago, we just had fliers for the local community notice board and a Facebook page where you could just post an image. There was no lives, stories, video or reels.
I sound like an old lady, but you don't know your born as you have so many tools available to you right now at your fingertips and what's more they're FREE!
You could be utilising them to promote your business, reach new audiences, and enhance your offerings.
So tune in and get ready to up your game as a children's activity provider!"
Want to learn more about working with me through the Market Like A Pop Star Programme then register your interest today for my FREE 5-Day Market Like A Pop Star Challenge. https://www.kristinemonaghan.online/registermyinterest
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Feb 8, 2023
Tips for Managing Overwhelm in the Fast Lane
Running a successful children's activity business can be both fulfilling and overwhelming. In this podcast, we'll dive into some tips and tools that you can use in your business to thrive. From managing your workload, through to planning out your week, so its realistic and achievable.
I will share tips and tricks to help you navigate the world of children's activities with confidence and ease. Join us for inspiring insights, helpful advice, and a healthy dose of humor as we tackle the topic of dealing with overwhelm as a busy children's activity provider.
Want to learn more about working with me through the Market Like A Pop Star Programme then register your interest today for my FREE 5-Day Market Like A Pop Star Challenge. https://www.kristinemonaghan.online/registermyinterest
Follow me for more tips on how to Start, Grow and Scale your Business here.
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Feb 1, 2023
Lets talk to Pop Star Sophi from ActiveTotz
This week on the Children's Activity Business Academy Podcast we talk to Sophi Butler from Active Totz about her business journey to date as a franchisee, the challenges she faced when she started the business and her journey with the Market Like A Pop Star Programme over the last 5 months.
Want to learn more about working with me through the Market Like A Pop Star Programme then register your interest today for my FREE 5-Day Market Like A Pop Star Challenge. https://www.kristinemonaghan.online/registermyinterest
Follow me for more tips on how to Start, Grow and Scale your Business here.
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Dec 7, 2022
Do you have the right marketing mix?
This week on the Children's Activity Business Academy Podcast I'm asking you if you have the right marketing mix in your business. What do I mean by this? Is the current marketing you're doing actually enabling you to achieve your goals be it a personal, business or money.
Why? because you wouldn't bake a cake without a recipe for success, so why wouldn't you have a recipe for your marketing to ensure your business is successful and profitable.
Want to learn more about working with me through the Market Like A Pop Star Programme then register your interest today for my FREE 5-Day Market Like A Pop Star Challenge. https://www.kristinemonaghan.online/registermyinterest
Follow me for more tips on how to Start, Grow and Scale your Business here.
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Nov 30, 2022
There's Money In Your List
This week on the Children's Activity Business Academy Podcast I talk about Why You Should be Investing in your email marketing. There is money in your list, you just need to nurture that list and let the tech do the work for you.
Right now we know its getting harder to reach your audience on social media and what's more you don't own it. You own your email list though and so many Children's Activity Providers neglect email marketing as a tool to drive their sales, which is why I teach it through my Market Like A Pop Star Programme.
Want to learn more about my programme. Then register your interest today for my FREE 5-Day Market Like A Pop Star Challenge. https://www.kristinemonaghan.online/registermyinterest
Follow me for more tips on how to Start, Grow and Scale your Business here.
Follow me for more tips on how to Start, Grow and Scale your Business here.
https://www.instagram.com/kristine.monaghan/
https://www.facebook.com/KristineMonaghanCoach
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Nov 21, 2022
Irresistible Offers
In this weeks Podcast is all about irresistible offers and if you have any in your business right now. This is a perfect time to discuss this with Black Friday fast approaching, but instead of thinking of having a one day/ time offer, why don't you look at having a menu of offers in your business that you can use all the time. Particularly right now with current climate.
If you listened to my Podcast last week I talked about how you could use Trial Classes as a tool to bring customers into your world. Once you have got them through the doors on the trial classes to get them across the finish line you need to make them an irresistible offer. It needs to be so irresistible that the customer just can't say no.
I’ve been asked by a lot of providers if I would share my strategy, so I created a presentation and recorded a 15 minute training session for you. As a Gift from me to you, its available right now for just £5.99. This simple strategy, will give you the best chance of co…
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Nov 16, 2022
Why Trial Classes are a Gift
In this weeks Podcast I talk about why Trial Classes are a gift for you and your business.
Right now in the industry some Children's Activity Providers are struggling to fill their classes due to current economic crisis the country is facing. I know times are hard, but people are still spending money they're just choosing where to spend it. Now is the time to show up and get more visible in your business, not hide away. Use this time between now and Christmas to bring people into your world. Trial classes, one off events or even a coffee morning could be something you could do right now to start taking action.
I’ve been asked by a lot of providers if I would share my strategy, so I created a presentation and recorded a 15 minute training session for you. As a Gift from me to you, its available right now for just £5.99. This simple strategy, will give you the best chance of converting those trials into paid bookings. The link below, takes you straight to my shop.
https://kri…
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Oct 12, 2022
Local Level Marketing aka Street Marketing
In this episode I talk about the Marketing your Business at a Local Level aka Street Marketing.
I share a story about a business owner who I taught how to market their business at a local level aka Street Marketing.
You see, when you’re a business owner at a local level, even if you are part of a franchise, you are flying solo when it comes to promoting your business. Your franchisor can advise you on how to market your services and products using their tried and tested methods, but you’re the one that must make it happen. If you’re an independent business owner, you don’t have the luxury of getting that advice, you must figure it out on your own.
As the ambassador of your brand at a local level, you must champion it. It’s your responsibility to market your business and you have limited time, energy, and money within the business to waste, so it’s so important to put your energy into the right areas.
I call marketing at a local level, street marketing because…
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Oct 5, 2022
Characteristics of a Successful Business Owner
In this episode I talk about what I believe are the successful Characteristics of a Children's Activity Provider.
On Sunday 2nd October I ran my first Marathon and the whole experience from January made me think of you.
Training for a Marathon has been very much like running a business. It has its ups and down, trials and tribulations and it tests you. In this episode I talk about that experience and how it relates to running your business.
I would love to find out more about your business journey so far, come and join me for my FREE Market Like A Pop Star 5-Day Challenge. Register your interest today at https://www.kristinemonaghan.online/registermyinterest
Krissy x
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Sep 28, 2022
Know Your Numbers
In this episode I talk about the importance of knowing the numbers in your business.
When I say numbers I mean your finances, not how many children you have in a class.
I mean what does it cost you to run the business, to host those classes. There are so many costs to keep track of from insurance, venue hire, travel, fuel, marketing, payment gateway fees, subscriptions through to your management fees if you’re part of a franchise.
You need to be tracking your income and expenditure daily. It’s a simple equation. If you don’t have enough money coming into the business each month to cover your costs, then you’re not viable. If this is happening every month, then you need to act, because something isn’t working.
I share the story of how I helped a business get themselves out of a financial pickle into profit.
If you're a business owner who is struggling right now with your finances you may find this podcast useful.
If you would like to find out more about how to ge…
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Sep 21, 2022
The Pay as You Go Business Model
In this episode I talk about to Pay as You Go or Not to pay as you - That is the question?
Let me tell you a story about an independent business who operated on a Pay as You Go (PAYG) Business model when I first started working with them through my Kick Starter Mentoring package and how I supported this business to move to a block booking model.
If you’re a business owner who can relate to this or you’re stuck in the world of PAYG right now and don’t know how to get out of it, then now is the time to make changes in your business.
Learn more about working with me through my Market Like A Pop Star Programme here.
Or if you’re ready to put a new sales strategy in place then look at my Del of a Sell Sales Strategy Course here.
Enjoy!
Krissy x
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Jul 27, 2022
Why you need to be the Ambassador of your Business
Today on the Children's Activity Business Academy Podcast I talk about Why you need to be the Brand Ambassador of your Business.
It's your responsibility to champion your brand at a local level. No one else is going to do it for you and in this podcast I tell you why you have to take responsibility for brand building.
How are you doing this in your business? Do an audit to see how well your business is performing right now.
Want to learn more about How to Market Like A Pop Star, then join me for my FREE 5-Day Challenge. Register your interest today at https://www.kristinemonaghan.online/registermyinterest
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Jul 20, 2022
Why you need to tell your Story in your Marketing
Everyone loves a bit of Jackanory. This week it's all about Why You Should Tell your Story in your marketing. We know that people buy from people that they know, like and trust and if we want to build relationships with our customers then we need to let them into our lives and share our story.
This Thursday (21st July) I will be going live with the Small, but Feisty Call on Facebook at 1:00pm and Instagram at 1:30pm to talk about Why You Should share your story with your audience.
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Jul 13, 2022
Why You Shouldn't Try to Compete with the Big Boys!
This week on the Podcast I'm talking about Why You Shouldn't Try to Compete with the Big Boys!
This Friday (15th July) I will be going live with the Small, but Feisty Call on Facebook at 1:00pm and Instagram at 1:30pm to talk about Why You Shouldn't Try to Compete with the Big Boys.
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Jul 6, 2022
Picture Perfect. Why Good Photography is important for Business
High-quality images are essential to the success of any business. They can help you stand out from your competitors, create a more lasting impression on customers and drive your sales.
This Friday (1st July) I will be going live with the Small, but Feisty Call on Facebook at 1:00pm and Instagram at 1:30pm to talk about Why Good Photography is important for business.
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Jun 29, 2022
Why you need to Drive your Sales
Creating captivating content is a great way to engage your audience and increase sales. If you're not asking for the sale, then someone else will! This week I talk about Why you need to drive those sales.
This Friday (1st July) I will be going live with the Small, but Feisty Call on Facebook at 1:00pm and Instagram at 1:30pm to talk about sales.
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https://www.instagram.com/kristine.monaghan/
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Jun 22, 2022
Why Testimonials Are Important for Your Business: The Power of Social Proof
This weeks Podcast is all about Why Testimonials Are Important for Your Business: The Power of Social Proof
This Friday (24th June) I will be going live with the Small, but Feisty Call on Facebook at 1:00pm and Instagram at 1:30pm to give you practical tips on how to collect those testimonials from your customers.
https://www.facebook.com/KristineMonaghanCoach
https://www.instagram.com/kristine.monaghan/
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Jun 15, 2022
Why you need to embrace video in your marketing
This weeks Podcast is all about Why you need to embrace video in your marketing. Video, particularly reels is where it's all happening at the moment. The party is in full swing and if you're not there, then you're missing out on an opportunity to be seen by your ideal customer.
This Friday (17th June) I'm going live with the The Small, but Feisty call on Facebook at 1:00pm and Instagram at 1:30pm to talk about Why you need to using video in your marketing. It would be great if you could join me.
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Jun 8, 2022
Behind the scenes of the Market Like A Pop Star Challenge
This week I take you behind the scenes of how I launched the Market Like A Pop Star 5 Day Challenge. It was such a fantastic experience and I learnt so much from the process that I just felt I had to share what I learned from launching my challenge with you all.
If you're in the process of launching a new business, product or you're expanding into an area, if you want it to be a success then you need a launch plan. By following a system, you are more likely to be successful.
I hope this Podcast gives you food for thought on launching. If you would like to find out more about how you work with me visit my website and book a Discovery Call today.
https://kristinemonaghan.com/
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May 4, 2022
The Benefits of Working in Partnership
This week on the Podcast it's all about the benefits of working in Partnership. My career in Athletics Development had a heavy focus on partnership working and I took what I learnt from years of working with multiple partners and implemented it into my businesses. As they say team work, makes the dream work and building those partnerships will strengthen your brand.
I'll be going LIVE on Thursday at 1:00pm on Facebook to talk about this is more detail. It would be great if you could join me. Here's the link https://www.facebook.com/KristineMonaghanCoach
You can also join me on my FREE Market Like A Pop Star 5 Day Challenge, which starts on Monday 23rd May. It's going to be a epic week of learning, networking and most importantly fun.
Register today at https://www.kristinemonaghan.online/5dayFreeChallenge
Krissy
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Apr 27, 2022
Why you need a Email List in your Business
In this episode I talk about Why you need a Email List in your Business. What you want is to be an inbox hero. When Meta faced a outage in 2021 the businesses who had an email list made sales. I know a lot of businesses made a lot of money as they were on it like rockets. Owning your own list is worth its weight in gold. Check out my 8 minute Podcast which talks about why you should have one.
Join me for my Small, but Feisty Friday Live on Facebook on Friday's at 1:00pm where I will be diving into this topic in more detail.
Save the date in your diary. Monday 23rd May - 5 Day FREE Market Like A Pop Star Challenge. Registration opens on Sunday 1st May.
Krissy x
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Apr 20, 2022
Why you need a Marketing System
In this episode I talk about Why you need a Marketing System if you want to build a successful Children's Activity Business. There are no quick solutions in filling your classes, you can't just post on Facebook and think my work is done.
If you want to have full classes consistently, then you need a system in place that brings customers into your business, a system that takes them on a journey, engages them and equips them to do some of the heavy lifting for you. What you want is a system that retains them in your business, saving you time, money and energy and that's why you need a system.
Join me for my Small, but Feisty Friday Live on Facebook on Friday's at 1:00pm.
Krissy x
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Apr 13, 2022
Launching your Children's Activity Business
In this weeks episode I talk about how to get your business off to the best start by having a launch plan. I give away lots of free tips on how to launch successfully.
This week you can catch me for my "Small But Feisty LIVE", over on Facebook where I'm going to be giving tips Marketing Tips on how to fill your classes.
Book your FREE Discovery today.
Krissy x
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Apr 6, 2022
How supporting charities benefits your business
Last month it was Children's Activity Week across the UK. Children's activity providers from across the UK came together to raise funds for Caudwell Children Every year the industry comes together to collaborate for this week. For all the businesses involved its a fantastic opportunity to raise funds for a charity close to their hearts but its also and opportunity to raise awareness of your brand.
In this Podcast I talk about how supporting a charity benefits your Children's Activity Business.
This week you can catch me for my "Small But Feisty Friday LIVE", over on Facebook where I'm going to be talking about 'What's your why'?
Book your FREE Discovery today.
Krissy x
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Mar 30, 2022
Lights, Camera, Action!
Lights, Camera, Action!
This week I talk about video content, which should be an essential ingredient in marketing your Children's Activity Business. I also discuss how I used video in my businesses to sell places for events and classes and how I turned my video content into digital products which I sold online.
You can read my blog on this topic at https://kristinemonaghan.com/lightscameraaction/ and catch me on my "Small But Feisty Friday LIVE", over on Facebook every week at 1pm.
Book your FREE Discovery today.
Krissy x
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Mar 23, 2022
Why Awards Are Great For Business
Why Awards are Great for Business
All you have to do is put your hat in the arena. Even if you don’t win, your business will.
In this weeks episode I talk about Business Awards and why they are great for your business, but I didn't always think that. It was only when I developed a real passion for marketing to a certain extent it became my second career that I realised the real benefits of entering awards. You see, it’s not about the winning, it actually is about the taking part, as clichéd as it sounds. Just by entering an award your business is winning, in so many ways.
My advice is to throw your hat in the arena and get in there. You have nothing to lose. Head over to my website to see what I achieved in the last few years.
Book your FREE Discovery today.
Krissy x
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Mar 16, 2022
First Attempt In Learning
In this episode, I talk about failure or the First Attempt in Learning. If you have been following my journey you will know that I'm running my first ever Marathon later this year. Last Sunday I ran my first half marathon of the year on the streets of Inverness.
I talk about my experience, the two mistakes I made in my preparation and the reasons why I failed to hit my target time. The pain I’ve felt in my legs this week is a stark reminder not to make the same mistakes again and that I need to adapt my marathon business plan if I’m to reach my own ultimate running goal.
This week I want you to think about the mistakes that you have made in your business and consider the following for each one:
1. What did you learn from your mistake?
2. What action did you take to ensure that it didn’t happen again?
3. How did you adapt your business plan?
If you answer “Nothing” or “I didn’t” to any of the above, go back and with the benefit of what you know now, re-ask yourself…
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Mar 9, 2022
It's a Marathon not a Sprint
In this episode, I talk about my preparations and training plan for running a Marathon this year and why it made me think of you and your business.
I’m working with a number of clients, some of whom I’m currently taking through the business planning process. These are clients whom have been in the sector for a few years but didn’t write a plan when they first started and are now having to go back and address areas that should have been put in place when they started. I was curious to see how often this occurred within the industry, so last week I posed the question: “Did you write a business plan before you started your business?” via a poll in my Facebook Group and on LinkedIn. The results came in and they were 60% said they did not write a business plan.
I talk about how I used business planning in my business in our franchise recruitment process and the benefits of business planning as a tool to help you to start, grow and scale your business.
I mention three indivi…
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Feb 16, 2022
Take your customers to another dimension
“I’ll take your brains to another dimension, pay close attention” The Prodigy
In this episode, I'm going to talk about what it means to be a “Raving Fan” and why you want these people in your classes, events and workshops.
I'm going to focus on one word:
Retention, Retention, Retention
Every customer you turn into a Raving Fan, every customer you retain, is one less customer you need to find, to market to, to replace.
Listen to this episode and then DOWNLOAD my FREE Audio training where you'll learn some simple and effective tips that you can start using right now to turn your ideal customers into your raving fans.
Book your FREE Discovery Call today.
Krissy x
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Feb 8, 2022
Be a Purple Cow and stand out from the crowd
That's right, you heard me, I’m telling you to be a Purple Cow.
Now your initial response may be, “Cool, I love purple!” However I suspect it’s probably going to be along the lines of, “What are you talking about Krissy?”
In this episode, I explain why you need to be a Purple Cow and why you absolutely must stand out from the crowd with your children's activity business, in what is, a very very busy marketplace.
I'll share my Mess Around Ltd journey with you and how I created a purple cow brand.
Listen to this episode and then Download my FREE 10 Questions to define your Purple Cow.
Book your FREE Discovery today.
Krissy x
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