Dreams & a Double-shot: Recent Episodes
Dreams and a Double-shot
Dreams + a Double-shot is dedicated to amplifying the voices of creatives through fun and information 1:1 conversations. It’s a podcast for dreamers, changemakers and trailblazers to find inspiration, advice and community through storytelling. New episodes released every other Thursday at 9am. Contact: Melissa Newman at melissanewman@theacreativestudio.com to be featured!
In this episode I have the opportunity to speak with Catara Lane, Owner of CLXContent. Catara exclusively creates video for nonprofits and helps them tell their stories in authentic ways. Let’s dive into her episode!
Website: https://www.clxcontent.com
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How do you connect with your audience of donors? By creating a nonprofit brand strategy. From the words you choose, to how you position your solution and the channels you use to communicate. Maura shares why you need to create a strategy for your nonprofit to succeed, carry your message to the right people, so you can solve complex problems that you’re passionate about.
Website: https://www.maurafitzpatrick.com
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Angela Hollowell is the producer of Honey & Hustle, which is an amazing podcast that you should definitely listen to. In this episode, I speak with Anglea about creating your own podcast, defining your voice and serving your audience through storytelling.
Website:https://www.anghstudio.com/podcast
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In this episode of Dreams & a Double-Shot, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Chynna Mela. She's the owner and co-founder of JAWN Media, a social media marketing agency based in Australia. Chynna is sweet, smart and crafting an enviable career on her own terms. In this episode, we talk about taking a leap of faith when starting your own business, the importance of social support and setting boundaries with clients.
Visit Jawn Media: https://www.jawnmedia.co/
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Delilah Dee has made a name for herself through creating purpose driven brands and find unique ways to serve her community. In this week’s episode, Delilah charts the evolution of her brand as an entrepreneur, creating events and apparel that support marginalized communities and the advice she’d give her younger self.
Support Delilah and SHFT WORLD at: https://www.shftworld.com
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It’s no secret that TikTok is where it’s at on social. It’s a place where organic reach still exists, and you can go viral overnight. Just look at Kristy Campbell, creative director of Pink Pony Creative. Kristy’s been successfully building her brand and business using TikTok, which has led to an always full pipeline of clients. In this episode, Kristy shares her best tips for rocking TikTok for your business!
Find Kristy at Pink Pony Creative: https://www.pinkponycreative.com
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his week, Melissa chats with The Freelance Fairy, Alex Faslou. Alex is a 6-figure freelance writer, Fiverr Millionaire and a serial entrepreneur. Alex shares what inspired her to dive into freelancing, the advice she’d give her younger self and the story behind her personal brand.
Find Alex at: https://alexfasulo.com
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What if your passion is your purpose? Cierra was born a creative. Whether visual art, apparel design or digital content, she’s always finding fun and innovative ways to express herself. Listen to how Cierra made a pivot from learning psychology to cultivating a successful career as a tattoo artist in this week’s episode.
Cierra Smith - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciee_smith/?hl=en
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What started out as a creative hobby, bloomed into a successful business. Amelia, founder and owner of Pressed Boutique Shop, isn’t afraid to go after what she wants. Amelia left a successful career in digital marketing to open her own business – then the pandemic hit. Listen to find out how Amelia persevered and created a thriving business.
Pressed Boutique Shop: https://pressedbouquetshop.com/
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If there’s one constant in social media, it’s the power of video content. Video is a powerful way to carry a message, captivate an audience and convert a customer. It can make someone stop in their tracks. Lindsay Dorwick gets this and has built a successful business (The Video Artists) off of creating authentic and engaging video. Lindsay’s love for video started early, after successfully growing multiple YouTube channels chronicling her passion for cheerleading and showcasing candid moments behind the scenes of her life. In this episode, Melissa chats with Lindsay about:
- Capturing her life through vlogging
- Going all in on entrepreneurship
- Her detailed creative process
- Why The Video Artists is unique
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thevideoartists/
Website: https://www.thevideoartists.com
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Jonika Reid is a successful esthetician and the beauty entrepreneur who isn’t afraid to go after what she wants. While most would view starting a business during a pandemic as a roadblock, Jonika saw it as an opportunity create an inclusive, natural beauty line that her clients can’t get enough of! In this episode of Dreams & a Double-shot, we talk about:
Why good skin is a right for everyone.
Starting her own successful skincare product line.
Embracing her career journey and owning her own path.
Jrose Beauty: https://jrosebeautyskin.com/
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Ejolee Mitchell, director of social media at the National Domestic Workers Alliance, knows how to tell a story. Whether she’s amplifying the voices of underserved communities or gently poking fun at self-proclaimed social media “thought leaders” on Twitter, she knows how to hook her audience’s attention. In this episode, Ejolee talks using storytelling on social media to empower audiences, amplify impact and bring people together.
More Info:
- National Domestic Workers Alliance: https://www.domesticworkers.org
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ejoleemitchell
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/ejoleem?lang=en
- Personal Website: https://www.ejoleemitchell.com
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- 7 Strategies To Battle Burnout with Melissa Newman - as a creative, I've had to work hard to find balance, so I don't risk burning out. In this episode, I share 7 strategies I use to battle burnout.
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- Simplifying Goal Setting by Melissa Newman - 2021 is FINALLY HERE. In this episode, I break down my approach to goal setting that helps me stay accountable and inspired throughout the year.
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Media Relations Strategist Jordan Cathleen is the definition of a boss. She’s the founder of Dawn Public Relations, which is dedicated to serving the underserved – primarily black and woman-owned brands. She’s creative, confident and always looking for ways to create community in her industry. You can find her at www.atjordancathleen.com!
In this week’s episode, we talk about: • How Temple University sparked her interest in PR • Setting boundaries in her business • Cultivating community in her industry • Plus, the advice she’d giver her younger self
Find Jordan at: Website: https://www.atjordancathleen.com/dawnpr Social Media: https://jordancathleen.tumblr.com https://www.instagram.com/jordancathleen_/ https://www.instagram.com/brandgirlsclub/
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Time for another episode! Whispers I.LOVE.PODCASTS. I needed to find someone who matched my level of enthusiasm. That’s when Ronnie Palmieri entered the chat!
Ronnie Palmieri (he/him) is the owner and producer at Bristol Pod Works, a podcast production hub doing business in Historic Bristol Borough, Pennsylvania. The organization exists with a mission to help everyone "Raise Your Voice", focusing on ways to give a platform to underrepresented communities. Learn more at www.bristolpodworks.com about Ronnie and his services.
In this week’s episode we talk about: - Building a business that gives back - Why Podcasts will always be in style - Supporting your community through strategic partnerships - Why some TV shows jump the shark
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And we’re back! We’ve got a brand-new episode of the Dreams + a Double-shot podcast. I had the pleasure of chatting with Cliff Feiring and Matthew Beauchesne, the founders of Grassroots Digital Marketing Studio. Matt and Cliff are fellow DIM alumni who launched their agency after meeting in grad school at the Fox School of Business at Temple University. You can learn more about them at www.grassrootsdigitalstudio.com. In this week’s episode: • We talk about taking a wholistic approach to marketing • What advice Matt + Cliff would give their younger selves • Making Amy Lavin proud ;) • And their favorite B horror films
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Last year, when I was in the process of redesigning my website, I booked a photography session with Ashley C. Ford. Ashley is an event and portrait photographer based in southeastern Pennsylvania. Fun fact: I HATE getting my photo taken. I never got excited for photo day at school and cringed whenever my mom asked me to jump into family photos. I knew that professional and branded photography would pull my website together, so I reluctantly started looking for photographers to work with.
I didn’t want to be airbrushed within an inch of my life or stand awkwardly in a gazebo somewhere trying to hold my smile. When a friend recommended me to Ashley, I reluctantly checked out her Instagram feed. What I saw completely blew me away! Her photos were beautiful but retained a certain sense of vulnerability. They were a snapshot in time that managed to capture the true essence of her subjects. After a few text exchanges, I was walking through the Bristol Warf and Ashley was taking photos at some of my favorite haunts. It was an incredible experience and I highly recommend checking her out a www.ashleycford.com if you’re looking for your next photographer. In the meantime, listen to my last podcast, which features Ashley and learn all about her!
We talk about: Barbie being any early influence on Ash’s work Defining your brand as a photographer Her method for getting the perfect shot The software that she swears by to edit photos
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If I could describe Charmel in one word, it would be confident. I met Charmel almost 6 years ago, when I was attending meetups in the Philadelphia tech community. She’s got a style that’s all her own and isn’t afraid to be herself. It’s incredibly refreshing. As someone who respects individuality, I knew I wanted to host Charmel as a guest on Dreams & a Double-shot and highlight her journey.
Besides her confidence, she’s not afraid to evolve as a person and challenge herself, while still remaining true to herself and her values. From podcasts like Black & Syndicated or Reluctantly Adult, a #foodstagram dedicated to her culinary adventures or launching her own event company, she truly exemplifies what it means to be a multifaceted entrepreneur. We had an awesome conversation and talked about:
-Defining success on your own terms -Holding true to your own unique vision as an entrepreneur -Creating space for and leading events for black, brown and indigenous members of the LGBTQIA community -And being a “Jawn of All Trades,” and infusing your brand with a healthy and hilarious dose of pop culture
Where to find Charmel: https://www.jawnofalltrades.co https://www.instagram.com/culinarycyberbully/ Twitter: @themeanblackgirl Instagram: @TheMeanBlackGrl https://www.blackandsyndicated.com http://www.ireluctantlyadult.com
Mentioned in this episode: http://www.arilennox.com https://www.hulu.com/series/pen15 https://www.netflix.com/title/80213445
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My first year in running my own business was a rollercoaster. I was working 40-60 hours a week, going to grad school part time at the Fox School of Business and trying to schedule in time with friend. In short, was DOING THE ABSOLUTE MOST and when the year ended, I was burnt the f*** out. However, I wouldn’t have started any other way. I’m a firm believer in experience being the best teacher and I learned a lot about myself and running an online business in that first year.
On today’s episode of The Dreams & a Double-shot #podcast, I’m taking a trip down memory lane and sharing 6 lessons that I learned from my first year in business. Tune in for honest business advice and stay for the slight rambling induced by the rosé I was drinking. What can I say? I make my own fun.
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I'm going solo! ;) This episode I'm diving into creating a killer social media portfolio in three easy steps, plus a few tips on finding case studies that can help you flex your social media marketing muscle.
As always, email me if you have any question: melissanewman@theacreativestudio.com :DDD
Mentioned: Reiki Certification - https://www.learnreiki.org/classes/category/reiki-1/
Therapy Resources - https://bit.ly/32UoQIa - Headspace https://bit.ly/3lNc2Mj - Psychology Today https://therapyforblackgirls.com - Therapy for Black Girls
Website Resources - www.wix.com www.squarespace.com
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Do you ever leave a conversation with someone completely inspired? It’s the feeling I got after ending my conversation with Karima Williams. Karima is the founder and CEO of Dreamworth & Company, a design agency based in Philadelphia. For 4 years, Karima has worked with small business owners and entrepreneurs to take their dreams beyond the pillow. In short: Karima’s a total boss and her branding/web design skills are AMAZING! I’ve been following Karima’s journey on Instagram and it’s been an absolute delight to see her come into her own as a #solopreneur.
If you’re looking for an example of success – Karima is it! Our conversation touches on a range of topics that’ll give you a much-needed dose of inspiration. You can learn more about Karima at https://www.dreamworth.co.
We talk about: Niching down Avoiding burnout Creating community Infusing your brand with your values
Mentioned: www.madegoodfood.com
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I’m honored to have my friend Heather Trulove as my first guest. If you didn’t know, Heather is a creative bad***. She’s smart, strategic and an incredible designer. She’s been in the freelance game for a long time and has useful insights that can help you succeed in working with designers.
Whether you’re looking to hire a freelance designer or improve the relationship you have with one on your staff – this episode is for you!
We talk about: Setting realistic expectations Staying open to feedback Being cognizant of timelines What to expect when it comes to pricing Why communication is key
You can listen to our episode here: https://bit.ly/2QjeAU4
If you’d like to work with Heather, you can visit her site here: https://www.heathertruelove.com/
Mentioned: https://www.headspace.com https://oceancityvacation.com
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Episode 1 - Dreams & a Double-shot: In today's episode, I give you 5 reasons why I started this podcast, talking about what I'm hype for this week (AKA #BlackisKing) and invite you to "pick my brain," to get answers to your most burning questions on social media, digital strategy and entrepreneurship.
Submit your questions to: melissanewman@theacreativestudio.com
Links: Black is King - https://bit.ly/2DsGsla ASMR Faves - https://bit.ly/3gjwK3m Website - www.theacreativestudio.com
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