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Special Ops with Emma Rainville

Emma Rainville
Business Growth
Direct Response Marketing
Goal Setting
Strategic Planning
Entrepreneurship
Business Partnerships
WAVE System
Operational Execution
E-Commerce
Marketing Strategies
Motivational Strategies
AI and Robotics
Fear Of Rejection
Consumer Behavior
Marketing Trends
Live Workshops
Role Clarity
Conflict Resolution
Team Development
Clear Expectations

Welcome to Special Ops, the tactical business podcast designed to help you grow your company through action, not words. Hosted by seasoned entrepreneur Emma Rainville. In each episode, Emma share strategies she used in her businesses to overcome revenue growth challenges, increase profit margins, and build leadership teams that run day-to-day business operations without you, as the CEO/founder, ge... more

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You are the bottleneck… but are you not making a decision because you're tired — or because you're waiting for perfection?

In this episode of Special Ops Podcast, Emma Rainville breaks down the real cost of indecision and why most opportunity losses... more

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OpenClaw is the agentic AI everyone's talking about, but should you actually install it?

In this episode of Special Ops Podcast, Emma Rainville sits down with Austin Armstrong to break down everything you need to know about OpenClaw (formerly ClawBo... more

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How do elite operators make split-second calls that protect millions—and still run a business on logic, not luck?

In this Special Ops best-of compilation from the London sessions, Emma Rainville and the Shockwave team reveal their personal decision-... more

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As 2025 closes out, we’ve clipped together three of the most high-impact segments of the year. From persuasion psychology and TikTok Shop monetization to retention marketing that stops churn before it starts, this episode is a tactical tour through t... more

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Austin Armstrong
AI influencer and expert.
Episode: How to Set Up OpenClaw SAFELY in 5 Minutes (Don't Install It Wrong) - featuring Austin Armstrong
Ron Lynch
Mentor and experienced marketer
Episode: 2025 Favorites: How to Flip NO's into a YES, Customer Retention, and TiktTok Tactics
Tiago Richard
Expert in direct response marketing focused on customer retention
Shockwave
Episode: How to Reduce Churn, Prevent Refunds, and Keep Subscribers for Life
Keenya Kelly
Video marketing and social media strategist
Episode: From Zero to $3M: How to Monetize TikTok Without Going Viral
Tiago Sanguinetti
An operator focused on bringing clarity to company systems and operations.
Shockwave
Episode: How to Build an Employee Onboarding System That Multiplies Performance
Arafat Saka
Director of Marketing Operations
Shockwave
Episode: How to Build Bulletproof Marketing Ops with Saka
Gordon Reese
Legal expert with insights on FTC regulations
Episode: The FTC’s Next Target: Are Direct Response Advertisers About to Get Wrecked? | Marketing on Trial
Yara Golden
Experienced marketing strategist who has worked with direct response teams.
Episode: The Final Showdown: Marketing vs Ops, Who is REALLY Slowing You Down?
Nick Verge
Copywriter and marketing psychology expert for direct response marketers, e-commerce sellers and influencers
Episode: Why People Say NO (And How to Flip That Into a YES Instantly)

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Emma Rainville
Host of a tactical business podcast designed to help entrepreneurs grow their companies through actionable strategies and insights. Emma is a seasoned entrepreneur herself, bringing a wealth of practical experience to discussions around business operations, customer retention, and marketing.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Emma was an absolute joy hosting the conversation

    I'm so incredibly grateful to Emma and Travis for making an exception and hosting the podcast virtually. Emma was an absolute joy hosting the conversation and made me feel very at ease. I love the format of the show as well, very conversational! Thank you!

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    Robin Waite, Fearless Business
    United Kingdoma year ago

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How to Set Up OpenClaw SAFELY in 5 Minutes (Don't Install It Wrong) - featuring Austin Armstrong
Q: What is OpenClaw? And why has it had so many names?
OpenClaw has undergone several name changes reflecting its rapid evolution in the agentic AI space.
Automation Butterfly Effect: How One CRM Error Crashed a Million-Dollar Launch
Q: How often do you suggest checking systems that are working?
Realistically, twice a year is sufficient, possibly quarterly if money is involved.
From Zero to $3M: How to Monetize TikTok Without Going Viral
Q: If I just want to get started, where do I begin? Do I create business accounts, personal accounts?
You need to determine your goal first. If it's to grow on TikTok as a brand, go for a personal account; business accounts do not grow as fast unless they are product-based and linked to TikTok shop.
ChatGPT 5 Is Here! Here’s How I Trained It to Run My Business… and my Life!
Q: What is my biggest weakness or where do you see the biggest opportunity for improvement?
The sheer volume of things you take on can lead to feeling burned out or stretched thin.
ChatGPT 5 Is Here! Here’s How I Trained It to Run My Business… and my Life!
Q: What would you say my biggest attribute is?
One of your biggest attributes is definitely your operational expertise. You have this incredible ability to take a chaotic situation and turn it into something structured and actionable.

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Focused on practical strategies to enhance business operations, this series is aimed at entrepreneurs and business owners looking for tactical advice rather than theoretical discussions. Each episode features experienced guests who share insights on critical business challenges, including customer retention, operational excellence, and effective marketing strategies. Unique elements include actionable takeaways and accompanying playbooks designed to empower listeners to implement what they learn. The blend of expert interviews and the host's personal experiences provides valuable knowledge for those striving to grow their businesses effectively.

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