Amp It Up: Recent Episodes
Dana Bowling
Welcome to Amp it Up! The show for the Ambitious, Motivated, and Positive Entrepreneur who is ready to finally start showing up and standing out online. Ready for this burst of energy??
With over 88k followers on Instagram, Morgan Wright sits down with Dana to share her journey into the world as a reality influencer. A morning radio broadcaster based in Cleveland, Ohio, Morgan has built a massive online presence on both Tik Tok and Instagram covering pop culture and celebrity news.
Listen in as Morgan shares her journey, lessons she is learning along the way, and how it led her to host her own highly rated weekly podcast, Morgan’s Pop Talks.
Dana and Morgan dish tips on podcasting, touch on the latest in reality news, and discuss the power in sharing your personal life with your audience.
Links
Connect with Morgan Wright: Instagram | Website
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website
Tune in to today’s episode to push past what’s holding you back from consistently showing up on social media. Dana sits down with Shannon McKinstrie, (who has over 100k followers on Instagram) to chat about social media, building your personal brand on Instagram, with a side of Bravo and Vanderpump Rules! Listen in as Shannon shares about the power in documenting your journey and sharing it with your audience. Shannon believes in showing the mess, showing the silly, and showing up consistently (sounds a lot like Dana!).
Listen to Dana's new podcast, Daily Dose of Dana!
Connect with Shannon McKinstrie: Instagram | Website
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Tiktok
Today’s episode will leave you feeling empowered as Dana speaks with Christine Gritmon, Personal Branding expert on how you can show up and stand out online.
Listen in as Dana and Christine explore the power of a personal brand, how to navigate imposter syndrome, and ways you can show up and begin to build your personal brand today! As Christine says in the episode, “Don’t make it hard for the people who need you and your services to find you.” This advice couldn’t be more true. You’ll leave today’s episode motivated to take that next step in building your personal brand. And if you’re looking for more help and guidance in your content creation, check out: Show Up on Video !
Links
Connect with Christine Gritmon: Instagram | Website
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website
The number 1 question Dana gets is...
"HOW do you find the time to create all of this content?"
Here is her answer...
LAST CALL to join SHOW UP ON VIDEO! We start 1.25!
Learn more about Dana HERE :)
Are you on Tiktok? If not, you will be after today’s conversation with Molly McPherson. She is a PR and Crisis Management expert whose passion for covering pop culture topics (Rachel Hollis specifically)led her to go viral on TikTok. Listen in as Dana and Molly break down your path to success on TikTok and social media platforms. It’s the ability to connect with your followers and provide value will lead you to success. Molly and Dana share simple tips and strategies to grow your audience.
If you’re looking for more help and guidance in your content creation, check out: Show Up on Video !
Make sure to subscribe to Daily Dose of Dana!
Links
Connect with Molly McPherson: Instagram | Website
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website
Did you hear I started another podcast?? I know, I know... I am not normal. (But did you really think I was??)
However, I AM an action taker through and through and obsess over starting new projects... and I TRULY felt confident and called to do this... Listen to my first episode here and make sure to SUBSCRIBE!
HAPPY NEW YEAR! On this episode, Dana breaks down a story about her client who is struggling to show up these days and why. Turns out, her concern about why her IRL friends and family not engaging, liking or commenting on her content is bumming her out. Listen to Dana as she reframes this for you and gets you back on track with your eyes on the prize!
Are you ready to join SHOW UP ON VIDEO?? Use code DANA10 for 10% off!!
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VULNERABLE AUTHENTIC TRANSPARENT BE YOURSELF but… how?
Learn more about SHOW UP ON VIDEO HERE!!
Have you started to embrace Linkedin? Today is the day. Listen to Dana speak to Linkedin expert Judi Fox all about how to create consistency and serve your audience through the Linkedin platform. They discuss strategies to grow your network and visibility online while creating meaningful relationships and building your community.
Connect with Judi Fox: Instagram | Website
Learn more about SHOW UP ON VIDEO here!
Can you imagine going to the gym without any idea what machines to use, how they work, how heavy you need to lift and if your form is correct?
THIS is why you hire a personal trainer, or at least take a workout class... to learn WHAT works and HOW!
Same goes for video content for your business / brand...
Join Dana's Video Content Planning workshop HERE
Schedule a free discovery call with Dana
Follow Dana on Instagram, Tiktok, Linkedin and Twitter !
Rate and Review the podcast!
There are only two ways to get serious about content creation:
A Plan and a Habit.
Join Dana's Video Content Planning workshop HERE
Schedule a free discovery call with Dana
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This may be one of Dana's more moving and important episodes - she speaks to Darleen Santore, aka Coach Dar, all about the Art of Bouncing Back. Coach Dar is a former occupational therapist turned Mindset Coach, Speaker and Author. She coaches some of the world's top athletes and man oh man, she will change your perspective on challenge.
Listen to Dana and Coach Dar speak all about adversity, maintaining an optimistic outlook and how to persevere and bounce back stronger than ever.
Pre-order Coach Dar's book, The Art of Bouncing Back
Join Dana's Video Content Planning workshop HERE
Well... it finally happened: THIS REEL went viral (over 6 million views as of this recording!).
Here's what going viral really feels like... and is it worth it?
Schedule a FREE discovery call with Dana
Learn more about Dana HERE
Learn more about making Recurring Profit from Haley Burkhead!
AAAAH I had so much fun creating this week's episode with my dear friend, Public Speaking Coach Mike Ganino.
Listen to us chit chat about all things... the perfect end of week treat!
Join BRAND LIKE A STAR here!
More of Dana HERE
AAAAH I had so much fun creating this week's episode with my dear friend, Public Speaking Coach Mike Ganino.
Listen to us chit chat about all things... the perfect end of week treat!
Join BRAND LIKE A STAR here!
More of Dana HERE
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Did you wake up this morning to find your Instagram account suspended or gone? Maybe with hundreds or even thousands of less followers?
In today's episode, Dana dives deep to figure out what is happening... and also covers what to do to make sure this kind of thing doesn't ruin your business.
Make sure to join Dana's FREE TRAINING, How to Build your Brand With Video on November 1!
Hey hey! Former Casting Director turned Brand Strategist and Video Coach walks you through her STAR method... essentially making you the STAR of your industry.
If you are struggling to stand out online and want to figure out how to make a true impact on people.... this episode (and Dana's upcoming course) is for you!
Make sure to join Dana's FREE TRAINING, How to Build your Brand With Video on November 1!
Learn more about making Recurring Profit from Haley Burkhead!
If you've been on Tiktok this week, you have seen the Bethenny cease and desist drama. In this week's episode, Dana sits down with friend and entrepreneur Molly Dare to talk all things tiktok!
Make sure to sign up for the FREE training, How to Build Your Brand with Video on Nov. 1!
The mistake so many social media experts are making when it comes to the strategy they are teaching - and how to focus on what really will make a difference in your business. Join Dana for this solo episode :)
Have you signed up for the BRAND LIKE A STAR waitlist yet???
Learn more about making Recurring Profit from Haley Burkhead!
Join Dana for a short, inspiration filled episode on how to take all the strategy that the social media gurus say and throw it out the window!
Are you ready to become the STAR of your own BRAND? Join the waitlist for Dana's brand new online course - BRAND LIKE A STAR!
Sandra Chuma is a coach, mentor and host of the WORTHY Podcast. Born in a mud hut with no running water or electricity, Sandra built her own successful 8 figure business and realized that with each milestone; she still felt empty. Sandra shares how we can love ourselves more and put this journey of life into perspective. Sandra is on a mission to serve others, and help others be the best versions of themselves. This feel good conversation will lift you up, energize you, and help you realize that it is all possible and within you.
Her best advice? There is nothing external that can ever make you feel fulfilled.
Four Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How some of your worst moments can create your best moments.
- How asking herself “What do I really want?” led Sandra on a path of self discovery that uncovered she wanted to help others realize their worth.
- That you can be a masterpiece and a work in progress. This journey of life is a process of evolution. How Sandra has learned to enjoy the journey of getting to the goal.
- Self love is a daily exercise. The greatest act of self-love is how you start each day.
Are you ready to become the STAR of your own BRAND? Join the waitlist for Dana's brand new online course - BRAND LIKE A STAR!
Welcome back for another solo episode with Dana! This time, she walks you through how to create video content in such an efficient and EFFECTIVE way that... you win the game!!
Make sure to snag the last couple SUPER STRATEGY SESSIONS!
New online course coming soon: BRAND LIKE A STAR
This week, Dana sits down with Sarah Williams, an art teacher by trade who began her business Framed! by Sarah as a side hustle Her business expanded and Sarah realized that if she wanted to scale her business, she needed to show up on live video. Listen in as Sarah shares her entrepreneurial journey and tips on how to overcome the fear of going live on social media. Her best advice? Build your audience! Collect people, serve them, and then sell to them.
Need help showing up on VIDEO and coming up with a strategy? Book a SUPER STRATEGY SESSION with Dana! Limited spots available!
More about Dana and Show Up on Video HERE
In this week's episode, Dana shares her powerful weekend at a conference and the moment that made her feel awkward AF.
She also covers a different way to strategize and create content that may seem much less overwhelming!
Do you need extra help??
Sign up for a SUPER STRATEGY SESSION with Dana while spots last! Learn more HERE
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This episode is a snippet from a convo Dana and Chelsea Peitz, Real Estate Agent and Coach Chelsea Peitz had back in March! Chelsea and Dana talk about all things content creation. Listen as they talk about their businesses, Instagram growth strategies, and how producing video content can help you connect with your audience in a unique way.
Her best advice? There really is no original content anymore except for YOUR experiences, stories, behind the scenes, and your voice. That is how you get unique engagement.
Learn more about Dana and work with her HERE!
Kacia Ghetmiri, left the corporate world as a software engineer for Google to build a business focused becoming more of herself. Initially unsure of what that was, she started a podcast, EMPOWERHER for people to follow along throughout the process. Listen in as Kacia talks about her evolution of entrepreneurship and how constantly seeking alignment with herself has made her successful in multiple businesses.
Her best advice? Normalize changing your mind. Your evolution as a human being helps you take your experiences to help others.
Four Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How Kacia built businesses on the side, testing it out, before assuming total risk knowing that it worked.
- How our human struggles and how you navigate them can create content and strengthen relationships with those in your community.
- How to maintain an active community, and the differences between having a community and having followers online.
- How to monetize your community.
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In this super quick episode, Dana walks you through 4 questions you need to ask yourself when you are trying to figure out how to stand out in a super crowded online space.
Whether you're a coach, a realtor, a stylist, a fitness professional or anything else... you'll want to listen to this.
Make sure to join the free coworking session HERE
Get on the Show Up on Video waitlist HERE
Liz Martinez Nelson, Graphic and Website Designer/ Brand Strategist needed a career after casting that worked for her life as a mom of two girls. Friend of Dana’s, this podcast episode analyzes Liz’s current social media strategy and how she is finally ready to take the leap into Tiktok! In this episode, they discuss the current social media landscape. They break down the current landscape of Instagram, and how Liz (and you) can use Tiktok to grow her/your business and followers.
Her best advice? Don’t hide behind your work. Show potential clients who you are through showing up on social media.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How Liz went from not showing up on social media to growing her business through overcoming her insecurities and fears by following Dana and implementing her advice on Instagram.
- How Tiktok’s algorithm finds followers FOR you.
- How repurposing content across platforms can be done easily through repurpose.io (check out the link in the show notes). It’s a user-friendly option that is great quality and removes the water mark!
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Happy Friday! In this episode, Dana talks to Natasha Samuel from @shinewithnatasha all about Adam Mosseri's controversial updates, the feedback he received and more importantly... what to do on IG now! You may be surprised at our answer!
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Rachael Amarante is a best selling author, mother of four boys, and motivational speaker. She teaches how to create real change in your life, acknowledging the imperfections and failure along the way. Listen in as Dana and Rachael share how the social media platforms are changing and how Showing Up on Video can help your business grow.
Her best advice? Whatever business you are in, you need to learn how to communicate and talk to people. Showing Up on Video helps you get that practice to become a better communicator in your professional and personal life.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How Showing Up On Video helps make it a habit, and how the rise of Tiktok is changing the future of platforms like Instagram.
- How to be present online so that people can find what you’re providing online in the future.
- How Tiktok is becoming a search engine. It will show you the best option and how to do it. It will be a quick tutorial. Your video will get traction over time.
Join Dana'a FREE Coworking Session - we start on August 4!
Learn more about Dana here!
Is Instagram driving you as nuts as it is me lately? Are your numbers all over the place? Engagement up and then down? Story views out of wack?
ARE PEOPLE EVEN STILL USING INSTAGRAM?
In this episode, I chat about why you need Instagram... in a VERY different way than you used to. And if you're in a monogomous relationship with IG? It's time to get some other lovers as well :)
SHOW UP ON VIDEO, my group coaching course, is OPEN RIGHT NOW!
Learn more about me HERE!!
Aaaaah I am so excited to be here and kick off this new version of the show!
Why am I completely focusing on video content?
Because YOU NEED TO START SHOWING UP ON VIDEO if you want to have any chance with visibility and marketing in 2022 and beyond.
Learn more about my 12 week program SHOW UP ON VIDEO HERE
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Hi friends!! I am so excited to announce my new show, SHOW UP ON VIDEO! Same energy, just more focused on all things video!
For the video creator, creator in training, influencer or essentially any personal brand or business that knows YOU NEED VIDEO to grow in 2022 and beyond!
Let me know your thoughts on IG!
As always, more info here!
Here's another solo episode from me all about the state of video creation in these...wierd times.
I talk about how to create content when the world feels upside down, the importance (or lack of importance) about going viral, and how important getting on tiktok is!
Purchase my Tiktok workshop and guide HERE !
More info on all things HERE :)
This week, I get to sit down with Tricia Huffman, a former touring sound engineer for entertainers turned Joyologist. Tricia shares how the tragic loss of her father forced her to quit her “supposed dream job”. This devastation helped her realize her passion for helping others claim their joy. Listen in as we discuss her newly released book, “F the Shoulds, Do the Wants.” Tricia will help you evaluate steps you can take to find more joy in your future.
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Hi friends! In today's rant episode, I talk about some honest feelings around social media and community today.
With the fall of the Clubhouse app, and the disjointed feeling of Instagram these days, it feels like everyone online is all over the place. Sorta like when you're having a party and people are dispersed in so many areas that it feels empty.
Are you feeling lonely as an entrepreneur?
Maybe you can relate.
Make sure to listen to this episode and then join my free community!
Also, sign up for your own STAN store here!
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Holly Marie Haynes, Corporate Consultant turned Entrepreneur, built her coaching business on productivity. She has a passion for helping other business owners and watching the impact it has on their lives. She is the creator of Top 100 Podcast, Crush the Rush, and hosts a mastermind and membership. If you’re looking for help with strategy and productivity while building your business, then Holly is a must follow. Listen in as Holly and Dana talk about navigating entrepreneurship, community building, and figuring out what works for you so you can make progress today.
Her best advice? Pick a lane, stay in it, and stay focused.
Four Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How business hours and theme days will keep you focused and consistent
- 80% of your income comes from 20% of your clients who are super fans that you can continue to learn and grow from.
- How Holly serves her community through a texting platform, her podcast, blog posts, free resources, and two weekly emails.
- You need to rely on strategic partners to get where you want to go.
Build your own STAN STORE!
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Instagram has been making some big changes lately and a lot of people are wondering what the hell is going on. In this episode, I sit down with Erica Reitman (Business Coach) and Amanda Kohal (Social Media Strategist) to talk about all the recent changes and explain what's happening. We also cover our predictions and where you need to be spending your energy and time.
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Are you struggling to get started with video or getting started on Tiktok/Youtube? You're not alone. In this episode, I'll share 10 common reasons people don't start making videos and how to overcome them. If you're ready to start creating powerful videos that help you grow your business, this is the show for you!
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Are you looking to create live videos that engage and excite your audience? In this wpisode, learn four tips for delivering a great live video every time. From preparation to delivery, these tips will help you put on a show that your viewers will love.
Learn more about Dana's new video program, SHOW UP ON VIDEO!
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Jaclyn Mellone, Coach, Podcaster, and Founder of the Go To Gal, shares how she created her business and made it work for her lifestyle while raising a family. Listen in as Dana and Jaclyn talk about building a business through leveraging your strengths and cultivating a online social community focused on building others up. Jaclyn can help you become the Go To expert in your field. To learn more about Jaclyn, follow her @jaclyn_mellone and her podcast, Go To Gal, @go.to.gal.
Her best advice? When you do something and do it well, people are drawn to it.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How Jaclyn went from “wantrepreneur” to a successful entrepreneur
- How to take action now and start monetizing your business today.
- How Jaclyn used her podcast, Go To Gal to build more intimate relationships that has allowed her business to continue to grow.
Connect with Jaclyn: Instagram | WebsiteConnect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website | Tiktok
Hey hey! In today's episode, I rant a bit about how one Tiktok video brought me 10k new followers in ONE WEEK, mostly while I was traveling the Grand Canyon with limited service.
Make sure to subscribe to AMP it up, and click the links below to learn more!
Download my free guide BRAND RISING
My STAN STORE to see all of my goods!
Jamie Varon, author and novelist, shares how she has built her personal brand on her own terms. She and Dana talk all about Jamie’s upcoming book release of “Radically Content.” Listen in as Jamie shares her past struggles with anxiety and how she has made intentional changes in her life to ensure she celebrates the small things. Learn to live life more intentionally and make sure to order Jamie’s book!
Her best advice? Be in the day you are in. Enjoy the moment, and be present.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode:
- How Jamie intentionally creates her content on Instagram and doesn’t let social media platforms dictate her art and
- How Jamie stays aligned in her vision and protects her time with boundaries.
- How to enjoy the process, not just the outcome.
Links
Join the FREE AMP it up Community
Download Dana's BRAND RISING Guide
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website
After my Tik Tok went viral last week about how using CANVA is destroying your business, I decided to rant on how to incorporate more personalized video content will be a game changer for your biz and brand... enjoy!
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Dr. Jenn Chrisman, high school friend of Dana’s, Psychologist turned Life Coach and Mentor joins Dana to talk about self worth and acceptance. She is passionate about helping high achieving women who have checked all of the boxes by social standards and still feel like something is missing. Listen in as Jenn teaches you how to detach your worth and value from the things that you do.
Her best advice? It’s not what you’re doing, it’s who you’re being.
Four Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How to accept and have compassion for yourself in a world conditioned to tell you that you aren't good enough.
- How to navigate a culture that over- glorifies achievements and how to rationalize that
- How to handle situations when you become triggered.
- That Nature is always seeking balance and each of us possesses masculine and feminine energy that is always striving for harmony.
Make sure to download Dana's new free guide, BRAND RISING: 6 Key Elements of a Standout Personal Brand!
Connect with Dr. Jenn Chrisman on IG
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It can be difficult to know if your business is doing well. Do you feel stuck? Stagnant? Questioning everything? How do you know when it's time to reevaluate what you're doing? FOLLOW ME ON: INSTAGRAM → https://www.instagram.com/thisisdanab... TIK TOK →https://www.tiktok.com/@thisisdanabow... TWITTER → https://twitter.com/imdanabowling LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-bowling
Chelsea Peitz, Real Estate Agent and Coach helps other agents get “unstuck” on social media. Chelsea and Dana talk about all things content creation. Listen as they talk about their businesses, Instagram growth strategies, and how producing video content can help you connect with your audience in a unique way. Work with Chelsea and she will help you identify how the little things in your everyday life can become content to set you apart from your competition.
Her best advice? There really is no original content anymore except for YOUR experiences, stories, behind the scenes, and your voice. That is how you get unique engagement.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How Chelsea has prioritized her goals and will inspire you to stick to yours
- To do list items versus goal setting items.
- How to use your vulnerability and unique experiences to produce better content that you enjoy creating
Links
Get on the waitlist for masterclass, Build Your Brand: Real Estate Edition
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Connect with Chelsea Peitz: Instagram | Website
Connect with Dana: Instagram | Tiktok
Hi friends! This week's episode will be a bit different than normal - I wanted to just bring you along the musings of what it's like to be an entrepreneur, emotionally and mentally. You'll get to know more about me here as well :) Do you like episodes like this? If so, DM me on Instagram!!
Nothing makes me happier than a review/rating :) THANK YOU!!
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.... and why your personal brand isn't growing!
If you are looking to start create more consistent content, join my 5 day GET VISIBLE challenge! We start on Feb. 28th!
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Orly Shani, daughter of immigrant entrepreneurs, a mom, On Air host and DIY expert, shares her entrepreneurial journey and how it all starts with her creativity passed down from her artist grandmother. A contestant on Fashion Star on NBC, this catapulted her TV career and landed her a seat next to Kristin Cavallari on the E show, the Trend. From there, she had a steady career with DIY on Hallmark’s, Home and Family channel for several years. Listen in on Orly’s entrepreneurial journey and how all of her career pivot’s led her to her latest project as a Youtube Content Creator. Subscribe to her channel, the DIY Designer.
Her best advice? If it doesn't exist, you can make it.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How Orly pivoted from her on air career and created a channel on YouTube called, the DIY Designer.
- How Dana inspired Orly to realize her content creation can be spontaneous.” It opened my mind that I can find inspiration in more to share with my audience.”
- That there are no rules to showing up on social media and marketing. Just show up.
Links
Sign up for Dana's 5 Day GET VISIBLE CHALLENGE here!
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website
In today's episode, I walk you through tips and tricks to go LIVE on Instagram in 2022! You will learn mindset tips and ways to nail the experience for you AND your audience! Make sure to subscribe, review and rate... and check out how I'm creating content across all the platforms. FOLLOW ME ON: YOUTUBE: my Channel
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Feeling overwhelmed with content creation? Cant stay consistent? Or do you struggle with taking the idea from your head into implementation?
That's because we overthink everything and we don't have a process.
In this episode, you will learn my process to take idea to implementation without any crazy tricks or a huge team.
Do you need hand holding and accountabilty when it comes to creating content? I'm taking on a small group of entrepreneurs who are ready to start creating consistent content. DM me on Instagram today to learn more!
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Karen Laos, Corporate Business Woman turned Communications Coach shares her story of personal growth and how it became the business she runs today. Karen shares how she learned to speak up, and stand out in the corporate world. A nurturer at heart, Karen speaks has a unique way of empowering her clients to finally take action in their own journeys. Listen in to hear some quick tips to level up your communication and confidence today. And if you love Karen and want to hear more, listen to her podcast, Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos.
Her best advice? Don’t apologize for showing up or being yourself.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How to say anything better and more confidently.
- How to not care what others think about you.
- How to speak louder to sound credible to your audience.
4 Key takeaways
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Peel back the layers on your WHY. For me, I want women to be free. There is an emotional feeling about not worrying. You'll feel so much more confident.
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You can feel confidence in someone’s voice. If you don’t speak confidently it immediately removes trust. Communication is the number one skill that we all need.
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You build trust through connection. You need to be the same authentic person on stage as you are off stage. You can amplify your personality, but your general vibe needs to match.
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When speaking in public, exaggerate your projection and then trust the video. Your voice will probably be much softer than you feel it is when you're talking.
Connect with Karen Laos: Instagram | Website
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website | Twitter
Hey guys! I loved creating this episode for TWO reasons:
1) I was talking about my fave topic
and
2) I filmed myself recording it for repurposing reasons! Youtube, here I come!
TWO MORE DAYS until AMP up your Personal Brand's cart is closed! Get in there, kk?
follow me over on IG, Twitter, and Tiktok!
I know I did. Listen, and let me know your thoughts over on Instagram!
JOIN ME - AMP UP YOUR PERSONAL BRAND Bootcamp is open now!! More details HERE
2022 is the year to take all of your perfect manicured plans, and toss them in the trash...
Hear me out: I want you guys to listen to this super short mini episode on how I believe you need to show up this year to grow your business online...
Still struggling? Jump into my 4 week personal branding bootcamp - we start on January 24!
Connect with me on IG!
Summary
Molly Dare, entrepreneur, PR maven, and mom knows a thing or two about resilience. As a teen, she battled a strain of lyme disease leaving her sidelined. It was then that she vowed to use her voice. She has an attitude of gratitude. As a single mom of two young girls, she teaches our audience how life's setbacks are redirecting and redefining our purpose.
Molly is an on air host with Ion, passionate about her PR company HillenBRAND, and hosts On Air with Molly Dare. Listen in as Molly shares her story, and how her aggressive liking on Instagram has landed her in Instagram jail too many times to count. You can find everything Molly is up to on her website at www.mollydare.com
Her best advice? When life hands you lemons, make a tee shirt out of it.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How illness at a young age ignited the fire in Molly to achieve all of her dreams from a young age.
- How your personal brand is a feeling people want to buy into.
- The importance of putting yourself on camera for your audience.
3 Key takeaways
- People gravitate and buy into what you are about.
- We are all capable. Even if we don’t have the knowledge yet, it doesn't mean we aren't cut out for something. Try rephrasing the “I don’t know how to do that” to “I don’t know how to do that yet”.
- When you’re faced with fear, you have two choices. In that moment, look at fear and the best case scenario. It’s about learning to fear LESS, learning to live with the fear. Turn that fear into excitement.
- We learn when things go wrong. It’s ok to fail. Those failures help shape us for what’s to come.
Links
Connect with Molly Dare: Instagram | Website
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website
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Listen to this solo episode where I go over the 10 questions you need to ask yourself...
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It's Thanksgiving Weekend week!!Valerie Sadon, friend and therapist, has a passion for treating people with anxiety, trauma and chronic pain. If you're human like me, you'll experience some or all of these in your lifetime. And as entrepreneurs it’s easy to feel uncertain in your journey and often feel alone.
Listen in while Valerie puts those feelings of uncertainty into perspective and provides you with new ways to reframe and refocus so that you can balance and even find comfort in the uncertainty that comes with the journey of entrepreneurship.
Her best advice? We’re hardwired to want to rid uncertainty from our lives for survival. Strive for the balance and be comfortable with uncertainty, but clear on where you want to go.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- We need to strive for balance between uncertainty and staying clear on our goals.
- You can’t set a boundary until a line has been crossed.
- Normalize not being 100% available.
Links:
Join the 5 day FREE Content Creation Challenge!
Connect with Valerie Sadon: Instagram | Website
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website
A short solo episode today as I'm on my way to Tulum!!
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Quinn Conyers, speaker and entrepreneur, always knew her big personality didn’t fit in the small town where she grew up. A mix of confidence, energy, and strength, Quinn walks the audience through her struggles and triumphs as a speaker and how she arrived at the place she is today. She teaches the audience how to stand out unapologetically and how the language you use is crucial to landing clients. Her best advice? You can give your audience appetizers, but they have to pay for the full course meal.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How it took Quinn years to build the business she has today despite the breakups that occurred along the way.
- How to use your uniqueness to show up confidently in your brand.
- The difference between discount dialect and luxury language.
Links
Sign up for Quinn's masterclass here: https://quinnconyers.kartra.com/page/ConvostoCash - use the code SBW
Book a Personal Brand VIP day with Dana HERE!
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website
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Check out this incredible conversation between two personal brand lovers...
Phil Pallen is an entrepreneurial nomad currently living in Spain while running his business which focuses on building personal brands for successful people.
His business was born ten years ago when he was a finalist to be a social media intern for Charlie Sheen, and used the social media frenzy to launch his career. He got his start in Los Angeles, training TV hosts how to show up online. Phil takes successful people and helps them make their brand visible to the world with his unique design and inspirations cultivated by his love of world travel.
His best advice? If your social media content feels like taking out the trash, it probably is trash.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How his signature brand audits help gain clarity so that he can help you position your brand and build the business of your dreams.
- Success doesn’t need to be tied to a location; he argues he is more successful because he works remotely from anywhere.
- How to position, build, and promote yourself online.
Links:
Try Kartra out for yourself!
Connect with Phil Pallen: Instagram | Website
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Personal Branding Bootcamp
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Summary
Amanda, owner of the Wolfe Co. drops her knowledge on building your community through authentic engagement. She teaches our audience how online conversations will help you grow your business and brand. Content creator and marketing enthusiast, Amanda shares how she positioned herself as a thought leader on instagram through free content and authentic audience engagement. One year into full time entrepreneurship, The Wolfe Co. focuses on engagement turning your fans into clients.
Her best advice? People don’t buy from you to access information. They buy from you to experience a transformation.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How to show up authentically through conversations on social media
- How you can work a 9-5 and towards your dream; you just need to give yourself a timeline.
- Her agency is not like the others; they will actually help grow and build your community and she has several offerings to meet your needs.
Links
Apply for the AMPire Collective!!
Connect with Amanda Kohal: Instagram | Website
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website
Are you feeling like your business is finally getting off the ground and yet, you have no money in your bank account?
In this solo episode, Dana shares three ways to start making more money starting TODAY.
Interested in joining the AMPire Collective? Get on the waitlist HERE:
Join our FREE community on the Geneva platform: AMPITUP
Connect with Dana on IG HERE!
Teacher turned blogger shares the ways that her hobby as a new mom scaled into a full time business helping other female entrepreneurs grow and scale their online businesses organically. She shares her knowledge on blogging and why it’s still relevant to your online business. Listen in to hear how you can make money from your website and online platforms through brand sponsorships no matter the size of your audience.
Her best advice? Know your value and charge for it.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How Jenny was able to replace her teacher’s salary, and retire her husband through her online blogging business
- Ways to make money using your website and your influence on your platforms.
- How to initiate brand sponsorships and present your best package, and negotiate on your deliverables
Timestamps
[01:53] I started a lifestyle site called the Melrose Family
[02:43] I felt like I lost myself as a new mother and needed something that was my own.
[03:15] You can make a ton of money doing it, and can retire from teaching. The sky is the limit.
[04:00] I figured out how to grow my traffic and at the same time, grow my audience.
[4:14] I was able to retire from teaching back in 2015.
[4:55] I was able to retire my husband and ended up selling that in 2019 for six figures.
[6:04] Imposter syndrome held me up for years.
[7:43] I work with female entrepreneurs looking to better understand how to grow and scale their businesses online.
[8:28] How do I work with brands on sponsorships?
[9:37] Where is blogging in 2021?
[10:52] It really comes down to SEO.
[11:36] Keyword research and knowing what people are searching for is first
[14:26] Does everyone need a blog?
[15:20] You said there’s a few ways to make money using your website
[15:36] Working with brands on sponsored content
[16:26] You’re charging for time and exposure
[17:41] You’re giving them value, charge for it.
[18:06] I’m all about the creator economy
[19:06] Their the people working on influencer campaigns
[20:08] Is there a magic formula on how to write a pitch?
[20:58] I talk a lot about pricing, I do have my own podcast Influencer Entrepreneurs
[21:28] You send a media kit and a proposal.
[22:07] If they come back within 24 hours and say sure; you’re too cheap.
[22:31] I think so many people undervalue themselves.
[23:15] Reach out to brands you are already using.
[24:14] Is there too small an audience to start?
[24:26] Microinfluencers do better sometimes than big influencers that have millions of followers
Links
Get on the AMPire Collective Waitlist HERE
Try Kartra out HERE
Connect with Jenny Melrose: Instagram | Website
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website
In this episode, Dana goes into the 5 things she has learned about herself since starting her own business in arch, 2017.
No, they aren't about course creation, launch strategy or funnels...
It's all about mindset and self awareness.
Do any of her 5 discoveries surprise you?
LINKS:
Get on the waitlist for THE AMPIRE COLLECTIVE here
Connect with Dana: IG
Make sure to Enroll in Amp up Your Personal Brand here!!
Current client, Ashley Mandell shares her journey of transformation in the last year. Ashley is an entrepreneur and traveler who combined her passions to create her dream career. Her mission is to help women feel empowered and go against the “supposed tos”and change their lives in the best way possible; through solo travel and incredible experiences.
Her best advice? Take the risk, and do what it takes to find yourself and stay present.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How working with Dana has allowed Ashley to find clarity, the courage to pivot in her career and be true to herself through her passions creating a unique travel experience for women.
- How taking care of yourself will help you reconnect and build an authentic brand.
- How the I AM experience that Ashley has created is for women who are ready to leave their comfort zone and are ready to dive right into life. With a built in 24/7 friend and concierge in Ashley, it may be exactly what YOU need.
Timestamps
[02:17] In order to grow a successful business you need a strong personal brand.
[02:41] No one is going to hire you unless they get to know you, the person behind the brand.
[02:49] What is your STAR quality?
[03:11] That program starts next week.
[03:23] You can register over on my link in the show notes.
[03:29]If you join the group program and want to continue working with me in AMPire..
[4:48] This came out of a passion of hers and she was able to create this dream career.
[6:55] When I saw you on stories, I felt like I was watching a friend.
[7:55] I was in my mid thirties and single, still am..
[11:38] It was scary, it was a risk, and lots of moments listening to Brene Brown thinking about vulnerability..
[18:46] Travel has always been a passion of mine but how could I possibly do this?
[19:22] Tell us about the I AM experience.
[20:55]People will gain so much in one week versus six months of coaching with me.
[26:57] If I could jump away for a week I would do it in a heartbeat.
[27:22] The nice thing about this trip is it can be anything you want it to be.
[28:31] It’s so cool to see the transformation of Ashley
3 Key takeaways
- We lose ourselves and it’s so important to be able to reconnect with ourselves through life changing experiences.
- When Ashley started talking about her journey and experiences, she realized she wanted to share that with people. She decided to create an experience in Costa Rica to help females take the risk, and leave their comfort zones. “Solo Travel helps you learn that you don't need validation.” You learn so many new things from culture to intuition and the ability to trust your true self.
- If life isn't scaring you, you aren’t living. Ashley took risks to invest in herself and her business and her transformation is ongoing. Anything can happen and it's important to do what makes you happy at the current moment and release yourself from the negative inner self talk.
Links
Connect with Ashley Mandell: Instagram | Website
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website
The Instagram Expert, Sue B. Zimmerman, joins Dana to share lessons learnt from her 10 years of experience as an Instagram educator. Sue B. is a traveller and serial entrepreneur. In fact, she started 18 businesses throughout her life. She had her first million dollar business at age 22.
Her best advice? To always live in true alignment with who you are.
Three Things You Will Learn This Episode
- How to become an Instagram coach despite lots of competition.
- How you can stop being afraid of other people’s judgement online.
- How having the right team in your business can make you scale faster.
Timestamps
[00:31] What do you need to get AMPED UP?
[01:30] How often does Sue B Zimmerman travel?
[02:10] How she started 18 businesses in her life so far!
[04:46] What’s the reason serial entrepreneurs start so many businesses?
[06:52] How Sue B manifested becoming @TheInstagramExpert 9 years ago (with proof).
[09:47] Were there Instagram educators 9 years ago?
[11:10] How to stand out even though it seems like everyone is a coach.
[12:52] How to tell the difference between oversharing and transparency on Instagram.
[14:46] How to overcome the fear that people won’t like you online (“people will think I’m stupid”).
[19:18] How to create a balanced power team for your business and scale extra fast.
[24:06] A day in the life of Sue B Zimmerman.
[27:18] How did she start becoming a public speaker?
[30:47] How can you spot Instagram’s upcoming features.?
[35:27] How to connect with Sue B Zimmerman.
Connect with Sue B Zimmerman: Instagram | Youtube | Website
Connect with Dana Bowling: Instagram | Website
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Are you willing to put your ego aside to fight for your dreams? When we’re faced with rejection and failure, we are called on to make a huge decision. If push comes to shove, how many of us are willing to put our ego aside to stay resilient, persistent, and patient all in the hopes of achieving our dreams?
Kelly Gunther is an Olympic speed skater who defied the odds, overcame obstacles, and remained focused on her goals. After having her dreams of making the 2010 Olympic team snatched from her within 24 hours, she felt defeated. Instead of coming up with excuses and feeling sorry for herself, she picked her skates back up and headed back out on the ice.
In today’s episode, Kelly shares her story of overcoming the many major obstacles that tried to hold her back. She shares how she overcame defeat, trained relentlessly to become better, faster, and stronger, and how she bounced back from injury and earned her spot, fair and square, on the 2014 Olympic team. This conversation with Kelly is such a treat, and I hope her story gives you the courage and determination to keep pursuing your goals, whatever they might be.
In this episode, we cover:
- Growing up with a learning disability
- Falling in love with something you excel at
- Making the 2010 Olympic team and having it snatched from her in 24 hours
- Overcoming injury and staying focused on the big goal
- Truly believing in yourself even when it’s hard
- How time in rehab gave her a real life experience
- Making the 2014 Olympic team despite injury and setbacks
- Re-amping up who you are and making sure you’re exactly where you need to be
“But it all comes down to how bad you want it and how bad you know you're willing to go. And I think that's what is so important about my story is that yeah, I've gotten knocked down countless times, probably more now than I skated. But I keep coming back.” - Kelly Gunther
Links mentioned:
Kelly’s Instagram: @kellyguntherr
Amp Up Your Clubhouse: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-Clubhouse-Waitlist?r_done=1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
What’s the purpose of your influence? Nowadays, the words “influence” and “influencer” are thrown around without much thought. It’s so commonly used that people have attached a specific connotation to those terms. When you think about an influencer, you think about someone who is of celebrity status. You think of individuals like Kylie Jenner and Kim Kardashian. But as female entrepreneurs, we know we have an influence too.
My guest today is the wonderful Haley Luckadoo. Haley is a marketing coach, motivational speaker, and fellow podcaster. She coaches impact-driven women on sales and marketing so that they make more money. In today’s episode, she shares her approach to influence and how she’s shifting the focus from influence to impact.
We chat about her story and how the lack of a safety net in her business gave her no choice but to show up confidently. She also shares her unique perspective on imposter syndrome, the importance of showing up for your community, and finding the confidence to step out of the boxes people have placed you in.
In this episode, we cover:
- Haley’s crazy story on how she started her business
- How Haley helps female entrepreneurs merge their sales and their marketing
- Haley’s journey through public and motivational speaking
- Why Haley is obsessed with podcasting
- Haley’s unique approach to imposter syndrome
- Responsibilities of being an entrepreneur with a platform
- The difference between influence and impact
IG Quotes:
“I want to focus instead on the impact that I have and being an impactor. And that's what I choose to do with the influence is focus more on the impact and how are you impacting the people that you do have? And how are you making a difference in their life? And how are you focusing in on that one person?” - Haley Luckadoo
“I had no safety net, I had to go all-in on this business because I didn't know what else to do. So if I can now be the safety net for somebody else - 100% I'm going to do that.” - Haley Luckadoo
“We're told that we are overly confident, that we're an overachiever, that we're overly talkative, we're overly ambitious, we're overly this and overly that. And I started thinking of all of the stories that I have, where I was put in those boxes, and eventually had to step out of those.” - Haley Luckadoo
“The bigger you get, the more eyes are on you. And the more eyes are on you, the more people see those little mistakes. So acknowledge that that's going to be the case, but be aware of how you respond when you mess up. That's the part that I think matters the most.” - Haley Luckadoo
“I think the goal is just to try to live a life and run a business that is worth having people look at. And then acknowledging that when we have those missteps, we can own them, and we can learn from them, and we can apologize for it the way that it needs to be done.” - Haley Luckadoo
Links mentioned:
Haley’s Website: https://hayleyluckadoo.com/
Haley’s Instagram: @haleyluckadoo
Females on Fire Podcast: https://hayleyluckadoo.com/femalesonfire
Amp Up Your Clubhouse: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-Clubhouse-Waitlist?r_done=1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
So many online entrepreneurs are focusing on the wrong thing. They often think “more is better” when it comes to growing a following and an audience. However, what truly matters most isn’t the size of your following, but how engaged they are.
This very special episode is recorded Clubhouse style. First, you’ll hear my thoughts and advice on increasing your engagement and growing a supportive community and client base. Then, I open the floor up to our many fabulous speakers so you can learn from their experience and expertise as well. Tune in to this treat of an episode as we talk about consistency on Clubhouse, the ability to follow through, and why you still need to show up on Instagram.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why you should focus on building an engaged audience instead of a big one
- The importance of consistency on Clubhouse
- Putting your energy and personality out there
- Continuing your relationship on Instagram
- Getting your audience involved on Clubhouse
IG Quotes:
“Involving your audience and not simply the moderators on the stage is going to make your audience know that you truly want us to be about them.” - Dana Bowling
“It's really important that you are consistently showing up on Instagram and really growing that relationship and letting them see the behind the scenes of your life.” - Dana Bowling
“As a speaker that is up on a clubhouse stage, you also want to make sure that you're super super intentional about replying, connecting, and keeping that conversation going.” - Dana Bowling
“You don't need the massive following to actually grow your business using Clubhouse or Instagram.I really think we're focusing on the wrong thing.” - Dana Bowling
Links mentioned:
Amp Up Your IG: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-IG?r_done=1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
What do you want out of your social media efforts? Brooke Lacey is a tech-obsessed, Crypto-vixen, and TikTok maven who grew her TikTok account to over 274k followers in just 9 months. No, she isn’t a Gen Z’er who gained popularity by dancing her way through the app. Instead, she built her large community by creating content that educates, inspires, and entertains.
In today’s episode, Brooke shares her best advice for growing on TikTok. She also discusses the importance of setting clear goals for what you want to gain out of any social media platform. Tune in as she shares actionable steps for growing an engaged community on social media that serves your overall purpose.
In this episode, we cover:
- The power of TikTok
- Why going viral isn’t worth it if you aren’t attracting your ideal audience
- Taking brand deals for her podcast and on TikTok
- How TikTok added to Brooke’s business
- Why your content needs to educate, inspire, and entertain
“We are all so individually different and the way that we can present something is going to be much different than other people. ” - Brooke Lacey
Links mentioned:
Brooke’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brookejlacey?lang=en
Brooke’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brookejlacey/
Disrupting the Stigma Podcast: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma
Amp Up Your IG: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-IG?r_done=1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Your audience wants to know the person behind the brand. Don’t believe me? Take a look at the difference between Spanx’s Instagram engagement and Sarah Blakely’s (CEO and founder of Spanx) engagement. This boils down to one very important fact: our clients and customers want to know, like, and trust us before they support our product and brand.
In today’s episode, we have a very important conversation all about building a personal brand. We discuss the difference between a personal and a business brand while sharing some tips on how you can build your personal brand. If you’re confused about how and why you should establish a personal brand, this episode is for you. Tune in as I discuss why your personal brand is so important and how it’ll help you build that know, like, and trust factor with your customers.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why you’ll follow the entrepreneur and not their product
- Showing up on Instagram and building your personal brand
- What are content pillars and why are they important
- Reframing the way you think about your Instagram community
IG Quotes:
“Think about your Instagram community like your best friends. You're not talking to them in a professional manner. You're talking to them like friends, and sometimes your Instagram community is closer to you than anyone else because they're showing up daily.” - Dana Bowling
“Bethenny Frankel creates a new business, I may follow it, probably not. But if Oprah creates a new product, I may follow it. Probably not, though. I’m not going to clutter my Instagram feed with products. It's not interesting to me unless it's giving me massive inspiration about what I can wear or maybe discounts. Something that it's giving back. But I will happily follow Oprah and Bethenny.” - Dana Bowling
“Because in life we're trying to make people get to know us, get to like us, and get to trust us. And the only way we can do that is by showing up as ourselves.” - Dana Bowling
“How do you want people to leave your Instagram account feeling? Do you want them to feel inspired, excited, energized? Do you want them to feel pensive, motivated, wondering if there's more for them in their life? Those are all things that you want to think about.” - Dana Bowling
“Stand out, be the face of your business, and show the F up.” - Dana Bowling
Links mentioned:
Amp Up Your IG: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-IG?r_done=1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
PIVOTING - it’s a process that many entrepreneurs are familiar with. In today’s episode, I’m taking you behind-the-scenes of my pivot while introducing you to the Amp-ire Collective.
I talk about the moments when I lost my passion, the moments that made me want to run away, and how all those realizations led me to create the Amp-ire Collective. I also reveal what the Amp-ire Collective is all about, what it is, and who it serves. Tune in to this episode and find out why I decided to pivot, and where my new path is taking me. Or tune in just to find out what my Real Housewives tagline is.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why I don’t just want to be known as an Instagram coach
- Realizing my lack of passion and why I needed to pivot
- Introducing the Amp-ire Collective
- How you can join my inner circle
IG Quotes:
“I started to question why I wasn't really passionate about it. I was going through the motions. I was trying to follow what I was supposed to be doing the whole process. And what happened is I started to find that I wasn't really feeling aligned with it.” - Dana Bowling
“The Amp-ire Collective is a community of incredible entrepreneurs who are already on their way, but they may need some clarity in terms of a pivot. Because we all do when we’re just feeling a little stuck.” - Dana Bowling
“The Collective is basically a six month minimum program where I take entrepreneurs who are ready to level up from feeling stuck, who want to make more money, who want to do other things, get more clients, and also just keep learning more and more and more and increase their network.” - Dana Bowling
“The Amp-ire Collective is filled with people who are like minded, who are like me, who have energy, who are motivated, who are positive and who are go getters and you will be surrounded by incredible entrepreneurs getting ready to level up including myself. ” - Dana Bowling
“You want to be surrounded by people who are your people. They don’t have to look the same. They don't have to act the same. But they have the same values. ” - Dana Bowling
Links mentioned:
Amp Up Your IG: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-IG?r_done=1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
The reward of giving free value is incredibly important. This is why you’re showing up on Instagram, Clubhouse, or even on your very own podcast. Giving out free value and creating content is a great way to speak to the right people, nurture them, and convert them into loyal customers. But what happens if your Instagram content just isn’t hitting the mark?
In today’s episode, I’m exploring the reasons why you might not be converting your followers into clients, especially if you’re showing up on Instagram consistently. I also share my own journey on Instagram and how I was able to hit my first 6-figure year with just 1500 followers. It’s no secret that Instagram is a powerful tool, and this episode is for you if you don’t know how to use it to your advantage.
In this episode, we cover:
- The 5 C’s of Instagram that will Amp Up Your IG
- The importance of providing free value
- 3 reasons why people don’t follow through
- What you can expect from Amp Up Your IG
- My own journey on Instagram and how I hit 6-figures with 1500 followers
IG Quotes:
“I highly believe that if you are just trying anything and everything and you are just not showing up strategically or consistently on Instagram, it's a losing battle and it's pointless.” - Dana Bowling
“Giving free value is a time suck. But the reward of giving free value is so incredibly important. And honestly, in 2021, you cannot show up on Instagram, or on podcasts, or on clubhouse without giving value for free.” - Dana Bowling
“I can download all the freebies, I can listen to all the podcasts, I can binge-watch all the Instagram reels and stories and TikToks and IGTVs and listen to the clubhouse rooms. And at the end of the day, I learned a ton from all of that free stuff. But guess what, no one has their eyes on my business. No one has their eyes on my stuff. And if you are continuing to show up and no one is actually purchasing from you. There's a disconnect there.” - Dana Bowling
“Unfortunately, nothing's gonna happen unless you make it happen. That's the truth.” - Dana Bowling
“I started working with someone and I started taking my own advice and showing up consistently on Instagram on stories. I started to offer education every single day, entertainment, inspiration, tips, I shared other people's stories, I amplified other people. I would talk about my podcast and I hit six figures in my business with 1500 followers because of Instagram. I didn't pay for advertising. I never really use Facebook. I just had Instagram and my podcast.” - Dana Bowling
Links mentioned:
Amp Up Your IG: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-IG?r_done=1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Money: we all love it, want more of it, and can’t get enough of it. Although many of us are in pursuit of financial freedom and millionaire status, there’s no denying that the topic of money can raise your heart rate. It’s a pretty triggering topic, but Alli Williams joins the podcast today to help you go from financial mess to future millionaire.
Alli is a money coach and the founder of FinanciALLI Focused. She believes that everyone can save money, pay off debt, and live their best lives while conquering their money goals. In this episode, she’s sharing financial advice that will blow your mind (and not your wallet). She shares tips on managing finances as a couple, how to set up your savings for success, and how you can reach your financial goals without depriving yourself.
In this episode, we cover:
- Alli’s financial journey and how she paid off $50k worth of debt in two years
- How to manage money, even if you have combined finances as a couple
- How to address impulse shopping
- Tips for budgeting irregular income
- Tips for allocating savings
- Which high yield savings account will provide you the best interest rate
- Reaching both personal and business financial goals
IG Quotes:
“I want to be able to make decisions based on what is truly best for me, not based on something being too expensive.” - Alli Williams
“Does it like suck to have to pay off six figures of debt? 100%. But is it doable? Yes.” - Alli Williams
“Spending is not bad. It's just that you should be spending money on the things you value and then cutting areas for things you don't.” - Alli Williams
“Sinking funds are the holy grail of saving. So those are going to be where you set up for a specific goal.” - Alli Williams
“You can save for the things you need and spend on the things you want. You can find this balance, it doesn't have to be that deprivation approach.” - Alli Williams
Links mentioned:
Alli’s Website: https://www.financiallifocused.com/
Alli’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financiallifocused/
Amp Up Your Clubhouse: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-Clubhouse-Waitlist?r_done=1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
It’s not every day that a mompreneur brand strategist becomes a published author. Between mom life, an established business, and writing a book, Maranda Joiner has successfully done it all. She joins me on today’s episode to discuss juggling entrepreneurship and being a busy boy mom.
Maranda walks us through her journey to becoming a published author, why entrepreneurs need to just start (even if it’s messy), and how you aren’t the same as you grow. Tune in to this fun, yet valuable conversation as we discuss everything from messy starts, mom life, and the growing pains of entrepreneurship.
Maranda Joiner is an author and Brand Strategist who in 2018, quit her job to pursue her dream: to help people find their brand and purpose. She has assisted hundreds of entrepreneurs, creatives, and business owners in identifying purpose in the work they do and shown them how to use that message in their branding to connect to their audience and make money. She has consulted and served as the brand manager for talent, placing them in a position to perform at Essence, on Comedy Central, and TruTV. This former radio personality turned podcaster just released a new book, A Lot Alike: What Every Entrepreneur Should Know About Branding and Purpose available on Amazon.
In this episode, we cover:
- Maranda’s background and entrepreneurial journey
- Being a mindset oriented brand strategist
- The difference between people who start messy vs. people who don’t start at all
- Advice for mompreneurs
- The importance of investing financially
- The process of publishing a book
“We are saturated and oversaturated with strategy. And so I had to ask myself the question, if people kept coming to me, and I kept giving them the same answers over and over again, I said, Well, I'm not telling you anything you can't find or don't know. So it has to be something more to it that's stopping you from being successful. And then nine times out of 10 is a similar mindset.” - Maranda Joiner
Links mentioned:
Maranda’s Website: https://www.marandajoiner.com/
Maranda’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marandajoiner/
Order Maranda’s book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1736769502?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860
Amp Up Your Clubhouse: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-Clubhouse-Waitlist?r_done=1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Entrepreneurship is hard AF. I’m not saying this to gain sympathy, but it’s legitimately difficult. But it’s also a beautiful, wonderful, stressful, and terrifying journey. To put it simply -- it’s a roller coaster. On top of that, our businesses go through seasons. Sometimes we face hardships, other times we plateau, but we also go through seasons of massive growth.
In today’s episode, I’m getting vulnerable as I share an honest behind-the-scenes look into what’s currently going on in my business and in life. I expose the ways that I’m dropping the ball as I juggle everything on my plate, and how I plan to move forward. If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, and mother who feels incredibly overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Tune in to this vlog-style episode as I get real and raw about managing life and business.
In this episode, we cover:
- The roller coaster ride of entrepreneurship
- What’s currently on my plate
- What’s working for me and where I went wrong
- Why your business can be taken away from you in a split second
- The importance of a solid support system
- Why it’s not always sunshine and rainbows
IG Quotes:
“I truly believe that if we understand that it's not all gonna be sunshine and rainbows, we're gonna be a lot better off.” - Dana Bowling
“Say no to the things that aren't a hell yes. I know you've heard that saying before, but I feel super, super confident about that.” - Dana Bowling
“It's scary to see what happens in the public eye. Because the bigger and more popular and more famous and more seen you get, the fewer chances you have to get away with making mistakes.” - Dana Bowling
“Within one second, your whole life can be taken away in terms of your business. So you better be prioritizing what's important to you.” - Dana Bowling
“Celebrate your wins and know that you're making a difference. Know that you're making a damn good impact.” - Dana Bowling
Links mentioned:
Amp Up Your Clubhouse: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-Clubhouse-Waitlist?r_done=1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
So many female entrepreneurs are afraid to ask for what they want. If you happen to be someone who gets nervous at the thought of selling, pitching, and asking for what you deserve, you need to meet Rita Goodroe.
Rita is a business strategist who helps female entrepreneurs take bold action to create big results. She has made the bold decision to pivot several times throughout her career, from working as a lawyer, becoming a dating coach, and finally aligning as a business strategist.
She’s diving into all the juicy business and sales details in this episode. Tune in as Rita shares her expertise about the customer journey, how to price your offers, and how to navigate the challenges of owning a business.
In this episode, we cover:
- Rita’s career pivots and how she finally found alignment as a business coach
- Gaining the confidence to ask for what you want
- What Rita focuses on as a business coach
- Curating the customer journey
- Pricing your offers
- From solopreneur to growing a trustworthy team
- Finding success internally through the law of attraction
IG Quotes:
“Successful things are only attracted to successful people. So you have to be successful before you'll get the clients. Measure success internally, because you're in control of that and you can show up every day as the person that you want to be.” - Rita Goodroe
“If you're waiting to be successful until you get all of this stuff, you're not going to get the stuff because they're not attracted to unsuccessful people. So you have to become successful.” - Rita Goodroe
“People aren't investing in themselves because they don't actually trust themselves to either do what it takes to recoup the investment, or to navigate the results from the investment. ” - Rita Goodroe
“If you can trust yourself, it would be a 100% no brainer to make an investment in anything because you're going to figure it out. You’re going to recoup that investment.” - Rita Goodroe
“Start seeing your business as a business. Because what I need are Netflix, a couch and just to sit down and not do anything. But what my business needs are for me to be out there saying, ‘would you like to work with me’, and making offers for packages and services that my clients and customers need.” - Rita Goodroe
Links mentioned:
Amp Up Your Clubhouse: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-Clubhouse-Waitlist?r_done=1
Rita’s Instagram: @ritagoodroe
The All-in Entrepreneur group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theallinentrepreneur
Website: http://ritamademedoit.com/
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
What’s your Enneagram or Myers Briggs type? You’ve probably heard of heard of these personality tests and you might have even taken one yourself. But what does it mean and how can you use this information to your advantage? Nicole Saunders is a personality and strengths business coach who helps female-identifying entrepreneurs in service-based businesses by playing to their strengths and weaknesses.
In today’s episode, Nicole and I talk about how female-identifying entrepreneurs can use their specific personality types to grow their businesses and avoid burnout. Nicole walks us through how personality tests like the MBTI and Enneagram can identify our desires and fears, helping us figure out our needs when it comes to business and life. Tune into this episode and find out how our personality types serve as a great assessment tool in our businesses.
In this episode, we cover:
- Showing up on social media as an introvert
- What are personality types (Enneagram and MBTI)
- Why your end goal should shape your business plan
- The weaknesses of Enneagram 3’s and how that shows up on business
- How Nicole got into personality coaching
- Why feeling stuck and empty is a sign that you need to pivot
IG Quotes:
“My biggest tip is just to do the thing. I know I say that all the time and I'm sounding like a Nike commercial at this point. But if you don't do the thing, no one's gonna know what you have.” - Nicole Saunders
“Not all introverts are shy. We don't all have social anxiety, and we're not all quiet. We range.” - Nicole Saunders
“An Enneagram or Myers Briggs is a lens or an assessment tool to help people see how they identify the world, how they have these desires and these fears, and what they can do to grow their business.” - Nicole Saunders
“Don't hold yourself back from your gifts and what the world needs. You never know who needs what you have to say.” - Nicole Saunders
“If you fail, you're building your mind. You're building your backbone. So the next time you go out, you're gonna do even better.” - Nicole Saunders
Links mentioned:
Amp Up Your Clubhouse: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-Clubhouse-Waitlist?r_done=1
Nicole’s Instagram: @saunders_says
Business personality quiz: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/603c14dca64db90017cbcfd1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
The topic of mental health is generally a taboo one, especially in Hollywood. My guest today is the fabulous actress, Alessandra Torresani. Alessandra got her start in Hollywood from a young age, making appearances in popular shows like Malcolm in the Middle and Even Stevens. Her career eventually evolved into more notable roles in shows such as American Horror Story, Caprica, and The Big Bang Theory.
In this episode, Alessandra shares stories about her work in Hollywood and how the pandemic has completely rocked the industry. More importantly, she’s chatting about her experiences with mental health, how she’s advocating and serving through her podcast, and why showing up as your authentic self--online and everywhere else--is the key to building community.
In this episode, we cover:
- How Alessandra caught the camera bug
- Growing up as a child actress
- How Alessandra’s acting career continued to flourish
- How the pandemic rocked the film and TV industry
- Alessandra’s journey with mental health and mental health advocacy
- The importance of authenticity
“I had a girl that came up to me and she showed me her scars because she harmed herself. And she said, ‘I didn't know that people on TV had the same feelings that I did.’ So I just started crying and I was inspired to share my story..” - Alessandra Torresani
Links mentioned:
- Amp Up Your Clubhouse: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-Clubhouse-Waitlist?r_done=1
- Alessandra’s Instagram: @alessandratorresani
- Emotional Support Pod: emotionalsupportpod.com
- Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
- Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Ever wanted to be a fly on the wall during a social media strategy coaching session? If your answer is yes, today’s episode is your chance. My guest today is my client, Alexis White. Alexis is the CEO and founder of A-List Admissions and Tutoring--where she helps children of all ages with their admission into private school.
Although her business is booming, she’s just not that great on social media and she has a hard time staying consistent on Instagram and Clubhouse. She hired me to coach her on her social media strategy to help her get going. So get your pen and paper ready, because we’re about to dive into an in-depth social media strategy coaching session on showing up consistently, growing and connecting with the right people, and creating content that connects.
In this episode, we cover:
- Alexis’ struggles with social media
- Getting personal on Clubhouse
- Bringing your uniqueness to social media
- Getting relatable on Instagram and building trust
- Making time to create content
- Jumping over small hurdles with Google
- Letting go of perfection
- Establishing your content pillars and building your highlights
- The four C’s of coaching
- Tips for creating a clean feed
Clubhouse has been a game-changer for my presence, my following, but more importantly, my circle of online friends. There has never been an app as collaborative, connected, and friendly as Clubhouse and, today, I am telling you all about it.
Whether you’re new or a seasoned Clubhouse member, I’m giving you insight on why Clubhouse is THE place to be seen, to elevate others, and, ultimately, build a strong, authentic community filled with incredible entrepreneurs like yourself. Tune in to this episode and find out why you needed to be on Clubhouse, like, yesterday.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why there is more intimacy on Clubhouse
- How great people are valued more on Clubhouse
- Why Clubhouse allows you to feel seen and see others
- Finding genuine support and friendship
“And clubhouse has allowed me to feel seen. And you know what else about it? It's allowed me to see others.” - Dana Bowling
Links mentioned:
Amp Up Your Clubhouse: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-Clubhouse-Waitlist?r_done=1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
What’s the deal with imposter syndrome? No matter how successful you truly are, imposter syndrome will always be there. It won’t ever go away. In this week’s episode, I’m walking you through my personal struggle with imposter syndrome, why everyone suffers from it, and why you should never let it stop you--no matter how awful it feels.
I know how real imposter syndrome can get. But the truth of the matter is imposter syndrome is only a feeling, not a fact. If you’ve ever dimmed your light or taken a step back from speaking when you know you have so much to offer, this episode is for you.
So tune in to this episode and find out why you are capable of moving beyond imposter syndrome, and why you shouldn’t hold yourself back from making an impact.
In this episode, we cover:
- Where I am in my journey
- Why I had to get over my anxiety over speaking on Clubhouse
- What happened when I pushed through my imposter syndrome
- The importance of moving or helping just one person
- The domino effect of inspiration
- Why imposter syndrome is not going away and the only thing you can do about it
“Imposter syndrome will always be there. It's not going away. The only difference is you still have to do something instead of letting it stop you. You have to take action. If you don't take action, nothing gets done. Nothing happens. Nothing changes. ” - Dana Bowling
Links mentioned:
Amp Up Your Clubhouse: https://my.danabowling.com/Amp-Up-Your-Clubhouse-Waitlist?r_done=1
Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
When one door closes, a million more open. This saying could not be more true, and my guest on this episode, Amy Phillips, proves it. Amy is a master impersonator, self-proclaimed “realest, fakest housewife,” and the hilarious host of Reality Checked on Sirius XM’s Radio Andy.
In today’s episode, Amy shares her incredibly inspirational journey of paving her way in the creative space. She shares the trials of pursuing an acting career, and how standing her ground and pursuing her passions ultimately led her to great opportunities.
From her voice acting days in Detroit, viral videos on Funny or Die and YouTube, to multiple appearances on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen--Amy’s story is a true testament to the power of pursuing your passions.
In this episode, we cover:
- How Amy started doing impressions and radio sketches
- Why you can do it all, but not all at once
- Pivoting from Hollywood and pursuing her passions
- Juggling voiceover work and fulfilling her creative projects
- Running a 5-day show on SiriusXM’s Radio Andy
- Tips for mastering impressions
IG Quotes:
“You just have to pivot and figure out what the hell you're gonna do. I have to just keep doing my own thing because that's the only thing I can control. ” - Amy Phillips
“I have to really pick and choose what I pour my energy into. Because for me, I'm a good multitasker. But at the same time, I have to compartmentalize certain aspects of creativity. Because if I am multitasking too much when it comes to creative stuff, it suffers. I feel like the product and the material suffers and it's like a half-assed thing and it's not going over well. ”- Amy Phillips
“Sometimes I just have to wave the white flag and be like, I can't do it all. I can't be all of it that I really want to be. I have to just make the tough choices so that I can be a good mom and be proud. You can do it all. You just can't do it all right now.” - Amy Phillips
“Committing to the full five days a week definitely meant surrendering to other pursuits I had in mind, but embracing this amazing opportunity because I never would have thought it would have been like a five-day week show in a million years. ” - Amy Phillips
Links mentioned:
Amy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetamyphillips/
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Are blogs still relevant? With the rise of social media, blogging might feel like a thing of the not-so-distant past (we’re talking 2000’s here). Bree Pair, a successful lifestyle blogger and blogging coach, joins the podcast today to make the case for blogging and why it’s an important tool for building an online community.
She shares her expert opinion on why social media is not enough. Bree also discusses her thoughts on why it’s 100% possible to succeed in a saturated space. From growth strategies to repurposing content across different platforms, this episode is a must for anyone who wants to build an engaged community in the online space through blogging.
In this episode, we cover:
- Is blogging dead?
- Why social media is great but unreliable
- The benefits of having a blog
- Growth strategies from SEO to Pinterest
- Why making investments is the key to growth
“There's something that happens when you invest. You're like, ‘Okay, I am all in, I'm going to go get my money's worth out of this program, I'm going to be the student at the front of the class asking all the questions and getting all the feedback.’ There's a mindset shift that happens when you decide I'm going to spend some money to actually do this.” - Bree Pair
“Focus on things like SEO, Pinterest, and then incorporating strategy when it comes to social media platforms like Instagram. Bring awareness to the fact that you have a blog, and that you have things outside of Instagram to offer them.”- Bree Pair
“We love Instagram and bloggers are obsessed with Instagram for the most part. But bloggers need to own something outside of that. Because if Instagram were to change one day, if the algorithm shifts, if something happens and you disappear... God forbid you get hacked and that's gone. Where can people find you still? Just always make sure that if something were to happen, your people still know how to find you.” - Bree Pair
“Blogs could be so beneficial because it's another place for you to show your expertise. And when you have articles that are on your blog that are keyworded specifically to solve those pain points for people. And then you're pushing them out to your current audience, but also pushing them out through SEO so they're gonna live on Google. People will find you that way. ” - Bree Pair
Links mentioned:
Thrive Together: https://thrivetogether.blog/
Bree’s free workshop for bloggers: https://thrive.mykajabi.com/class
Thrive Together Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivetogetherblog/
Thrive Blogger Podcast: https://thrivetogether.blog/podcast/
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Why do we tie our success to the number of followers we have on our social media accounts? What we need to realize is that the most important part of the entrepreneurial journey is our community and the connections we make. And the bigger our community gets, the harder it is to establish deep, meaningful connections with each individual member.
In this episode, I am quickly chatting about why we need to stop getting hung up on how many followers we have on Instagram and why that doesn’t legitimize our success as an entrepreneur or business owner. I am also unpacking the real reason behind why we crave followers and why it’s important to understand that more followers equals followers. Period.
In this episode, we cover:
- How Clubhouse is growing my Instagram following exponentially
- The purpose of why we are all in business
- Why we all get hung up on gaining more followers
- The perks of having a low follower account
- Why community and connection is the most important part of business
“Your follower count does not equal whether or not you're good at what you do. Your follower count is just that. It's not anything else. So let's not attach meaning to it.” - Dana Bowling
Links mentioned:
- Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
- Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
What’s the lifetime value of your customers? Shannon Lutz is a marketing mentor and the CEO of The Social Bungalow. She’s also the founder of Bungalow Coffee and happens to be my business coach. Shannon joins the podcast to chat about building a thriving Facebook community and establishing your value ladder. In this episode, Shannon shares how she creates program suites structured around her clients’ growth needs. We also discuss building an engaged Facebook community, increasing purchase points, and so much more.
In this episode, we cover:
- Building an engaged and thriving Facebook community
- Building customer lifetime value
- Prioritizing to avoid burn out
- An inside look into Shannon’s team
“What's the lifetime value of the client? Meaning they came in, they bought this one thing, but when are they coming back? And why are they coming back? And how do we get them back in? And how do we increase their purchase point, and those are the constant questions that you're working towards.” - Shannon
Links mentioned:
- Shannon’s Instagram: @thesocialbungalow
- Shannon’s website: thesocialbungalow.com
- Bungalow Coffee: @bungalowcoffeeco
- Dana’s Instagram: @thisisdanabowling
- Content That Converts Freebie
- Dana's Free Clubhouse Guide
If you’re ready to uplevel your Instagram, my 12 week Amp Up Your IG program is launching on February 1, 2021. Get on the waitlist now!
Your brand is not what your website looks like or your logo, fonts, or colors. Your brand is your brand values. It's who you are. It's what you bring to the table. Your brand is defined by the connections that you make and the feelings that you evoke in others. Truly developing your brand takes a lot of reflection and could also require some pivoting. In today’s episode we’re keeping it short and sweet, but full of great tips on developing an impactful brand.
In this episode, we cover:
- Personal branding beyond your logo and colors - defining your brand values
- Figuring out your unique value propositions (or branding qualities)
- Getting an outside perspective to find clarity
“I want you to become the person that people need to follow because you're enriching their lives. You're adding to their life and you are creating value unlike any thing else, and that my friend will be your brand, the colors, the vibe, the logo, all of that.” - Dana
Links mentioned:
- Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
- Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
- Content That Converts Freebie
Don’t forget to sign up for my FREE 5-day challenge and get your face on Instagram stories! *Coming January 2021
If you’re ready to uplevel your Instagram, my 12 week Amp Up Your IG program is launching on February 1, 2021. Get on the waitlist now!
To build a successful business you need a supportive community behind you cheering you on. Sometimes, that community is made up of people who offer similar services to you, have the same ideal client, or have overlapping business models. And you know what? That’s 100% okay. To find genuine success and happiness, you’ve got to start choosing collaboration over competition when it comes to those who run similar businesses to you!
In this episode, I am talking to my two Instagram biz besties, Erica Reitman & Lisa Rigoli. These ladies are not only incredible women who are killing it online but they’re also coaches who specifically help women grow their business using this Instagram - just like me! Even though we’re all Instagram coaches, we bring a slightly different spin on topics and how we approach our businesses - and we’re sharing it all with you today.
In this episode, we cover:
- Choosing collaboration over competition
- The different steps to getting started on Instagram
- Why 90 days is the sweet spot to see what’s working
- Embracing that you’re not for everyone
- Having a healthy mindset when working with Instagram
Connect with Erica & Lisa:
- Erica’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericareitman/
- Lisa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecorporatesidehustler/
- The Corporate Side Hustler Podcast
Links mentioned:
- Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
- Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
- Content That Converts Freebie
Don’t forget to sign up for my FREE 5-day challenge and get your face on Instagram stories! *Coming January 2021
If you’re ready to uplevel your Instagram, my 12 week Amp Up Your IG program is launching on February 1, 2021. Get on the waitlist now!
Are you wondering if you should hop on the Clubhouse bandwagon? Without hesitation, my answer is YES; you absolutely should be on Clubhouse if you’re an online business owner or brick & mortar (or any other type of business). Clubhouse is proving to be a game-changing tool for businesses, and I want to tell you why.
In this episode, I am walking you through the new Clubhouse App, how it works, what to do in there, and why it’s been such a valuable asset for my business for the past two weeks. Not only can you connect with big-name entrepreneurs, but you can also gain more exposure for your business by providing value and generate more income for your business.
Tune in to hear why I am LOVING this app so far - and why you will too.
In this episode, we cover:
- Navigating the Clubhouse App
- How Clubhouse allows you to connect with the big hitters
- Growing your Instagram with Clubhouse
- Making Clubhouse work for your business niche
- My 5 C’s for Instagram framework
“Every single time I join a room, I am very intentional about the rooms I joined. I do not just join a room with other people that do what I do. I join a room or host a room with different topics so that I can meet new people.”
Links mentioned:
- Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
- Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
- Content That Converts Freebie
Don’t forget to sign up for my FREE 5-day challenge and get your face on Instagram stories! *Coming January 2021
If you’re ready to uplevel your Instagram, my 12 week Amp Up Your IG program is launching on February 1, 2021. Get on the waitlist now!
Are you struggling to show up on your Instagram? Whether you’re suffering from Imposter Syndrome, internalizing a made up narrative in your head, or comparing yourself to others in the industry, it’s time to take big action, show up unapologetically, and go after what you want in business (and in life).
In this episode, I am talking to Jackie Richards, a social selling expert, makeup artist, and business mentor who shares actionable social media tips for those looking to show up with confidence and build a business that thrives using Instagram. She’s real, she’s sassy, and she knows how to provide her audience value consistently.
In this episode, we cover:
- How Jackie got started and pivoted on Instagram
- Taking action and going after what you want
- How your self-beliefs affect how you show up
- The biggest problem people struggle with on Instagram
- Why you should focus on the audience you have now
Connect with Jackie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack.attacks.life/
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Content That Converts Freebie
Don’t forget to sign up for my FREE 5-day challenge and get your face on Instagram stories! *Coming January 2021
If you’re ready to uplevel your Instagram, my 12 week Amp Up Your IG program is launching on February 1, 2021. Get on the waitlist now!
Are you fired up about using Instagram for your business? Or do you only feel fear, anxiety, and stress when it comes to this social media platform? Instagram can 100% work for you and your business. The first step is overcoming the mindset blocks we’ve placed around growing and scaling a business using Instagram - and I am here to tell you exactly how to do it!
In this episode, we are going over the 4 biggest mindset shifts you need to make if you want to take your Instagram game to the next level. I personally believe that everyone has space here on Instagram, that it can positively impact your business, and that every single entrepreneur has something unique and valuable to share.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why Instagram isn’t a short game, it’s a journey
- The real reasons your follower count fluctuates
- Understanding that everything you teach, others are teaching it too
- How to stand out from the crowd by being yourself
- Why value and education trump entertainment every time
Links mentioned:
- Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
- Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
- Content That Converts Freebie
Don’t forget to sign up for my FREE 5-day challenge and get your face on Instagram stories! *Coming January 2021
If you’re ready to uplevel your Instagram, my 12 week Amp Up Your IG program is launching on February 1, 2021. Get on the waitlist now!
The key to anybody’s online success is consistency. It’s not being the smartest, the savviest, or the best at [insert skill set]. It’s about showing up, providing value, and playing the long game. Because if you want to build a strong and loyal community online, you need to build up the trust factor and create a safe space for your audience to turn to.
In this episode, I am talking to Laney Schwartz, LA mom of two, founder of Cook with Confidence, and the queen of creating incredible, community-driven Instagram stories. She is one of the biggest reasons I am on Instagram today (and every other day), and if you aren’t following her for her recipes, then you should be following and taking notes on how she shows up for her audience every single day.
If you need the motivation to really go in and be yourself on IG Stories, show up, offer value, and grow your audience - you need to listen to this episode!
In this episode, we cover:
- From elementary school teacher to food blogger: Laney’s story
- How video changed the game for her business
- Why Laney always starts from the basics and builds from there
- How she put two passions together into one superpower (and how you can, too)
- Finding what feels good to you and serving your community with it
Connect with Laney:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeisbutadish/
Website: https://www.lifeisbutadish.com/workwithme/
Cook with Confidence Program
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Content That Converts Freebie
Are you considering launching a digital course or struggling to know how to do or even where to start? I totally get it - because I was in your shoes not that long ago. It took my three years of being an online entrepreneur to finally create and launch an online course (this November 2020!), and I want to give you a behind the scenes look at how I did it!
In this episode, I am walking you through the why, when, where, and how of creating my first online digital course, Amp Up Your Reels. I am telling you the real reason I waited so long to create a course that felt right, why you can’t launch to people who don’t know it’s coming, and why you need to teach about a proven concept you’re passionate about. Plus, so much more!
In this episode, we cover:
- How I stumbled across digital courses early on
- The importance of listening to your gut
- Why I needed help to launch my course
- The ins and outs of online course creation
- My five best tips for preparing for and creating a badass digital course
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Content That Converts Freebie
Everyone can get everything done, as long as we find the space for it, establish the right mindset, and eliminate the wasted time. Because you don’t have to settle with the anxiety and overwhelm that comes with “being busy.” Shifting from surviving to thriving and taking back control in your life can be as simple as organization and time management.
In this episode, I am talking with Kelli Hayes Smith, mom of three and the queen of productivity and time management. Kelli is an expert who helps women eliminate the stress of overwhelm by incorporating routines and systems into their lives.
Kelli understands all the seasons of life when it comes to being a mom and is sharing her best tips on how to ditch the chaos and overwhelm - and anything else that holds you back from actually accomplishing your goals.
In this episode, we cover:
- How postpartum catapulted Kelli into routines and systems [10:18]
- The Core 4 [17:43]
- Reducing decision overwhelm [19:21]
- The difference between routines and schedules [28:35]
- Why an outsider’s perspective is invaluable [36:03]
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Content That Converts Freebie
Connect with Kelli:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellihayessmith/
Website: https://kellihayessmith.com/
Core 4 Masterclass: https://kellihayessmith.podia.com/core4
Thanksgiving is one of my absolute favorite holidays! It's always the time to reflect and be grateful, even if things this year have been a bit different. This week I've decided to do a Thanksgiving special, and since most of my time this year has been spent at home, I thought there's no better guest to bring on than my 8-year-old son Dylan! That's right, in today's episode, we are discovering what 2020 feels like from the eyes of a child, as I think it's always important to get a new and different perspective.
In this episode, we cover:
- How Dylan feels about the effects of COVID-19 and the silver lining for him
- What I do every day in Dylan’s eyes
- The three things we feel most grateful for
Want to dive even deeper into Instagram Reels?
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Links mentioned:
Dana's Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana's Website: danabowling.com
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If you are looking to grow your business, your IG account, your followers, your impact, or your sales, - you NEED to be on Instagram Reels. I 100% believe that Reels are where the money’s at, and I’m telling you exactly why you need to be creating content for your Reels and how to start.
In this episode, I am talking all about the benefits of using Instagram Reels, why it’s the gift that keeps on giving, and how to strategically use Reels for your business. I’m even giving you my best tips for creating an attention-grabbing Reel every single time. If you’re ready to work less and make more of an impact on your Instagram, then this episode if for you!
In this episode, we cover:
- How every industry and person can make Reels work for them
- Why Reels offers you free, consistent advertising
- Navigating Reels in the Instagram App
- Four things you need to create engaging content for Reels
- The benefits of implementing Reels strategically
Want to dive even deeper into Instagram Reels?
AMP Up Your Reels is my 100% digital self-paced course that will give you everything you need to understand, create, and share show-stopping Reels.
Black Friday Special: Available Nov 23-25
Links mentioned:
- Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
- Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
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Instagram is the perfect platform for us to share joy, light, love, and humor and add value to our followers’ lives. That’s exactly what my guest today has mastered with her own account, and she’s here to share her journey, tips, and positive outlook on all things Instagram, Reels, and real-life.
In this episode, I am talking with Kristin Andrus, a dedicated philanthropist and energetic mom to 6, who is killing it on her Instagram and is a constant inspiration for her followers - including myself! We are talking about everything from how she comes up with fun and creative IG Reels to the importance of showing all of life’s ups and downs - plus everything in between.
In this episode, we cover:
- Choosing to laugh every day instead of cry
- Prioritizing where you spend your money
- Creating authentic, real-life IG Reels
- Finding gratitude and staying positive
- How to respond and handle negative comments
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
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Connect with Kristin:
Website: http://www.kristinandrus.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinandrus/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KristinAndrus
Creating content for your Instagram should be a fun and stimulating task - not a tedious or dreaded one. Yet, I keep hearing so many business owners saying they struggle to create content with ease. I am here to tell you that with a solid plan, the best resources, and the right frame of mind, you can rediscover the joy in content creation again.
In this episode, I am giving you all of my top content creation tips for your Instagram so you can find a process that works best for you and start creating amazing content for your audience. I am deep-diving into everything content creation - from narrowing down on your content pillars, and why captions come before images to the apps I use to make content creation easy + SO much more.
In this episode, we cover:
- How to set up your content chart
- The four C’s of content creation
- Formulating a great caption
- The best apps for Instagram
- How to make content creation a habit
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
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You can absolutely achieve your dreams through hard work, grit, and determination. That’s exactly what our guest Kate Casey did! Kate is one of the hardest working people I know, and today she’s sharing her incredibly unique story about how she relentlessly went after what she wanted while staying confident in who she was. From a career in politics to a reality show podcast (and so much more in between), Kate is giving us insight into how hard work helped her achieve her dreams.
In this episode, Kate and I talk about everything from the importance of relentless women knocking down doors for others to setting an example for her daughters by pursuing her passion. Kate also explains how she dives deep into her interviews and why finding connections through stories of resilience and redemption can help people reflect on and discover positivity in their own life. You don’t want to miss this incredible episode!
In this episode, we cover:
- How hard work paid off for Kate
- Why women have to be relentless and go after their own opportunities
- Finding your passion and doing what you love
- How Kate uses discouragement as motivation to get fired up
- The art of telling a story
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Connect with Kate:
Reality Life with Kate Casey Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reality-life-with-kate-casey/id1154758766
Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KateCasey
Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/katecasey
Instagram is, hands down, one of the best ways to market and grow your business - and if you aren’t using it, you are missing out on a huge opportunity! And I am not just saying this because I love everything about IG. I’m saying this because it’s 100% true.
In this episode, I am deep diving into all the reasons why Instagram is a fantastic platform for business owners and why it’s THE place to build a strong community of supportive people that will help you go BIG online. Tune in to learn exactly how you can reap the benefits of using Instagram, adjust for your business, and make a positive impact on people’s lives.
In this episode, we cover:
Why you should have 3-5 main content pillars
All about being the go-to expert in your industry
What I’ve gained from being active on Instagram
The importance of community on Instagram
How you can teach and offer value using Instagram
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
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If you have a passion, don’t be afraid to go after it. Not only can you grow this passion and get it to a place where you are helping people daily, but you can also wake up feeling deeply satisfied with what you do. This is exactly what today’s guest did on her business journey.
In this episode, I am talking to April Whitney, a 5’1”, six-figure business owner who was on track to compete in the Olympics before pivoting to become a nutritionist and trainer for petite women.
April is sharing her insight into the science behind metabolism, finding the extra edge in business by niching down and perfecting her long term vision.
As a multi-disciplined and multi-passionate entrepreneur, April has learned what it takes to pivot in her passions and grow a successful business based on the foundation of providing free value to her community. She now runs a company that helps women turn their bodies and health around every single day.
In this episode, we cover:
- From professional fencer to pharmaceuticals to a 6-figure health business: April’s unique story
- Rediscovering her inspiration and purpose
- Understanding metabolism, your body type, and how to make it work for you
- Building trust with your audience by giving away free value
- How thinking of the long term vision helps her weather low days
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
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Connect with April:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smalletics/
Website: https://smalletics.com/
VIP Coaching Program: Petite Power Program
Fit With Smalletics App:https://programs.smalletics.com/app
Finding passion and purpose in your business is one of the greatest gifts in life. Imagine waking up every day and LOVING what you do (and getting paid to do it). Well, you don’t have to imagine it anymore, because this can happen for you.
In this episode, I am giving you insight into my own career journey, how I found out what I love to do, and what steps you can take to find your own passion and turn it into a meaningful, money-making business. I promise, once you plant the seed and take action, you can create a purpose-driven online business that you are beyond passionate about.
In this episode, we cover:
My own career journey: from acting coach to today
Finding your passion and purpose
The importance of taking action and going for it
Steps you can take today to discover the right path for your career
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
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Episode 2: 5 Tips On How To Start A Thriving Online Business
Staying high vibe and high functioning isn’t always an easy task. But as a mom and an ambitious female entrepreneur, it’s important to make sure you take the steps needed to stay positive every single day. Because what we focus on, we create in life.
In this episode, I am walking you through the four steps that you can take to lift your energy levels, shift your perspective, and find gratitude and positivity in your life each day - even when the world around you feels like it's spinning out of control. I won’t lie, it takes a lot of time, work, and energy to stay high vibe and high functioning, but your rewards will be worth the effort.
In this episode, we cover:
The four steps you need to take to stay high vibe and high functioning in life
How attitudes can affect our day more than circumstances
Shifting our perspectives when life gets hard and finding the silver lining
Tips for lifting your energy levels every single day
Why you have a choice in whether your day is positive or negative
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
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Learn how to overcome business challenges by pivoting your way out and creating multiple streams of income. In this episode, I am talking with Jamie Greenberg, celebrity makeup artist, online educator, podcast host, and founder of Jamie Swag Bag, a monthly subscription bag filled with her favorite makeup tips, tricks, and products. Jamie has mastered the art of pivoting, successfully runs multiple businesses, and is here to tell us all about her journey.
Today, we are chatting about overcoming unexpected challenges, embracing human connection, how to pivot a business during the pandemic, empowering other artists to increase their revenue, and capitalizing on new features in social media - plus so much more.
In this episode, we cover:
From working at an Ulta in Pennsylvania to becoming a celebrity makeup artist in LA
Finding a need, capitalizing on opportunities, and serving her audience directly
Why staying on top of new social media features was advantageous for her business
How she created multiple streams of income through strategic pivoting
Reaching an international audience and connecting with women through online education
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Connect with Jamie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiemakeup/
Website: https://www.jamiemakeup.com/
Jamie’s Makeup Tutorial Classes:https://www.jamiemakeup.com/jamie-makeup-university
Swag Bag Waitlist: https://www.jamiemakeup.com/swag-bag
Podcast:https://themakedown.com/
If you want to start using Instagram to grow your business, you need to be intentional with your Instagram bio. In this episode, I am walking you through everything you need to optimize your bio and why each element matters for your business success. Learn exactly why your Instagram bio is your first (and sometimes, only) opportunity to tell people exactly what you do and how you can help them so you can start using your profile to hook people into becoming loyal followers.
In this episode, I cover:
What an Instagram bio is and how to make it work for you
The importance of keywords and how to get found on Instagram searches
Why a strong and super specific CTA is crucial to for your success
How to use and make Instagram Story Highlights work for your business
Why branding matters, even on Instagram
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
Authentically showing up on our social media channels can seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, we are deep-diving into the 5 ways you can start embracing your authenticity and be true to yourself and your followers on social media. Learn why people follow a personality, not a robot, and how shifting who we are or changing our messages for the wrong reason can hinder rather than help us.
Hit the play button to get that extra boost you need to show up for your audience and take your business to the next level.
In this episode, I cover:
Four things you will experience when you aren’t showing up authentically [2:15]
The importance of showing up just as you are and what that means for your business[4:42]
How to double down and really focus on your WHY [8:57]
Embracing your imperfections and sharing your story anyways [13:01]
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
You know the word, you've used it many times, and I’m sure you’ve felt it throughout your journey off and on. STUCK.
In this episode, I’m going to talk about the main reasons I see my clients struggling with this stuck feeling, and different ways to push through that feeling, and start taking forward action. It’s time to stop overthinking, and start doing. Now, go hit that play button and listen in!
In this episode I cover:
So you don’t know what to do next [2:43]
You feel stuck, and you’re not sure where to go next with your Career [6:30]
How to deal with the fear of announcing your business and start showing up online [8:39]
Getting out of your bad habits and routines [12:05]
Taking Control of Your Actions [15:26]
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
The benefits of running an online business go beyond monetary value. As an entrepreneur in the online space you have the flexibility to work wherever and whenever you want, you can focus on a niche you love, and avoid substantial startup costs.
While starting an online business may seem easy, there are some basics that you need to get down to do it successfully. In today’s episode, I share with you my five-step process to take you from the ideation stage to launching your online business. Ready to turn your idea into an income? Hit that play button!
In this episode I cover:
Creating your business name on social media [4:42]
Clarifying your message and who you are [6:36]
Announcing what you do [7:47]
Create your offer and start working with people [9:55]
Seek support and guidance from others in your space [11:47]
Links mentioned:
Dana’s Instagram: @dana.coaching
Dana’s Website: danabowling.com
While some of you know my story and background, many of you are just meeting me for the first time! Before we dive into the juicy stuff, I wanted to tell you how the heck I got here and what made me want to start my own business.
In this episode, we dive into my past career and previous business ventures that ultimately led me to coach other female entrepreneurs.
Grab your headphones, and let’s jump into this week’s episode!
In this episode we cover:
My background and how I ended up in the online space [1:45]
Moving forward with what you have [9:12]
The purpose of this podcast [14:01]
Links we mentioned:
https://www.instagram.com/dana.coaching/