Podcast & Amplify: Recent Episodes
Kristin Quiroz Bayona
Host Kristin Quiroz Bayona is on a mission to help purpose-driven female entrepreneurs amplify their voices and businesses. On the show, Kristin shares podcasting tips and conversations that aim to inspire, empower and teach female entrepreneurs how to build impactful businesses and thrive while doing it. Topics are entrepreneur-focused and include business strategy, mindset, and wellbeing. Let’s amplify your voice and business!
If you’re a business podcaster who is pivoting your business, or looking to elevate your current podcast's potential, or resurrecting an abandoned podcast, this episode is tailor-made for you! We’re exploring two key steps to revamping or rebooting your podcast so that you can find a renewed sense of purpose and passion for your podcast - one of the best investments you’ve already made for your business.
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If you've ever felt stuck in a sea of negative thoughts, this episode with Executive Coach, Esperanza Lebron, will give you practical tools for recognizing emotional triggers, stopping harmful rumination, and shifting negative thought patterns. Listen to this episode to learn effective tools for freeing yourself from what is happening in your head, getting to the actual truth, and regaining your power.
DON’T MISS OUT ON…* How to be more aware of your thoughts to get out of the panicky overwhelm. * Tips if you’re at the beginning of your journey or have been on a path of self-awareness for a while. * 3 questions to help you shift and create awareness about what is going on inside your mind and body. * The value in being in discomfort for helping us to get to what we actually want. * A simple way to feel safe to let yourself dream and be open to big possibilities. * How to cultivate intimacy with yourself.
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I love both hosting podcasts and appearing as a guest! Today, I’m drawing from my experience as a host of more than 100 shows and a guest on numerous podcasts to talk about ways to enhance the overall experience for both hosts and guests alike.
Join me and returning guest Jennifer Battle, a seasoned podcast guest and brand-new podcast host, to hear our best insights on what makes a great guest and host experience. We’re also sharing tips like how much is too much (or little) communication, how to partner with your guest so you both benefit, what you should provide guests to get juicy podcast episodes, why you shouldn’t be afraid of the pregnant pause, and so much more!
Don't miss...
- How not to overwhelm your guest.
- How to help out newbie podcast guests.
- How to make promotion easier for all.
- Why hosts love when guests tell stories.
More about Jennifer Battle:
Jennifer Battle is an online CEO, business matchmaker and founder of the mastermind community, Success Revolution Society. Jennifer's new podcast, "Unfuckwithable," is dedicated to sharing stories of individuals who challenge the status quo and do things differently in their lives and businesses.
Check out Jennifer’s new podcast here!
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Are you showing up for your business as yourself or as a persona? Tired of the overwhelming noise and cookie-cutter messaging prevalent in the online space? Kristin and Leslie candidly share their experiences, insights, and tips on reclaiming your unique voice while being bombarded with prescribed ways to share your message. Together, they explore messaging, speaking, and visibility, including how not to lose yourself when becoming more visible, why it’s important to create your own roadmap, how they got comfortable sharing their voices their way, ways you might be self-sabotaging when it comes to your visibility goals, and the importance of authentic self-expression and trusting yourself. Plus, they share an upcoming event for female entrepreneurs you won't want to miss!
Don’t miss out on!
- One of the biggest lies we tell ourselves when it comes to speaking.
- Kristin and Leslie’s unique journeys to the stage.
- Crutches you may be using when public speaking that are actually distracting your audience.
- The game-changing shift that helped Kristin step into her vocal power with confidence
- How Leslie helps her clients prepare for speaking engagements and coaches them to take more risks.
- Why you have to burn some chicken and make messy stir fry before getting a Michelin star!
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In this special bonus episode, we sit down with Helen Thacker, a sales and business mentor who specializes in helping coaches grow beyond $100k. Helen shares her personal journey and the pivotal moment that lead to a transformative shift in her business, key strategies she uses to guide her clients to leverage their value-aligned message in order to sell and stand out from their competition, and why learning to sell and developing a structured sales process is critical to business success.
We also talk about * The value of leaning into your authenticity and highlighting what’s important to you * Her sales success framework and the 3 places you should have clarity about your business * Common mistakes entrepreneurs make when it comes to sales and messaging and how to avoid them * The power of specificity and proof when selling to clients
More about Helen Thacker Helen is a passionate Sales and Strategy Coach to ambitious coaches who are ready to take their business way beyond 6 figures. Helen has been a solo entrepreneur for 19 years, building businesses from scratch (taking two to six-figures) and has now helped hundreds of business owners successfully grow online. Her two decades in a sales career has included financial recruitment and network marketing, where she was both internationally and nationally recognised within her company.
She is the host of the Purpose, Potential & Power podcast and in “real life”, works abroad as much as possible with her husband and two gorgeous boys. Things she's obsessed with include travel, fitness, amazing food, Selling Sunset (and all that Cali-based trash TV!), red wine and living life to the very fullest!
Links Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helenthacker/
FREE Training: https://www.helenthacker.com/power_hour-business_club
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE… IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE… EP 103: Selling with Heart: Why Empathy Should Be Your Top Sales Strategy
EP 102: Marketing Doesn't Have to Suck: How to Market in a Way that Feels Good & Attracts Aligned Clients
In this final episode of the season, I sit down with former client, Carla Santamaria to talk about her podcasting struggles, and goals and the remarkable results she achieved with her podcast since working with me. Carla shares how she was able to reignite her enthusiasm for podcasting, shift her mindset to podcast with more ease and less overwhelm, the one mindset shift that changed everything, and the different ways her podcast has helped grow her brand.
WE ALSO TALK ABOUT * What lights Carla up about the work she does and how her podcast supports her business. * How I helped her go from being ‘meh’ about her podcast to loving it. * Why having clarity around your podcast goals is essential for curbing overwhelm. * The podcasting snafoos she’s experienced in her journey as a podcaster.
CONNECT WITH CARLA SANTAMARÍA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlathefirstgencoach/
Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thefirstgencoach
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KATHERINE DANESI, BUSINESS COACH & STRATEGIST I recently had the opportunity to pitch to a big client. I was confident that I could do the work but less confident about the process. Working with Katherine inside her Business Development Booster was exactly what I needed.
She coached me on the entire process giving me the exact steps I needed from what questions to ask, how to follow up, what my proposal should include, how to create a presentation that I can reuse, pricing, basically, all.the.things. She has a wealth of experience and I was supported every step of the way.
If you’re a service-based business owner who wants laser-focused business development strategies, the Business Development Booster is a 90-minute, intensive coaching session where you dive deep into your existing business development processes, tools, your client acquisition strategy, to uncover the holes and opportunities “hidden in plain sight.” You’ll leave with a roadmap to generate the right leads and convert them into clients.
Get 15% off booking your Business Development Booster by June 30th for sessions booked through July 31st, 2023.
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE… EP 87: Producing a Podcast While Honoring Your Capacity
EP 78: How to Become a Thought Leader by Podcasting
As women, we often carry a lot and it’s easy to ignore the body’s signals when we’re stressed like, overeating and aches and pains. In this episode, Somatic Nutrition Coach and Registered Nurse, Charmaine Horn shares her surprising stress-eating-induced health diagnosis and how it led to her on a path of understanding the profound link between emotional and physical pain and helping clients through somatic work including, Qi Gong, breathwork, meditation, movement, EFT tapping and acupressure to get unstuck from habitual patterns and create new neural pathways for success.
Listen to this episode to learn how to pay attention to stress signals and stop reaching for comfort food, overcome deep-rooted beliefs about body image, and cultivate intimacy with and love for your own body.
We also talk about Why only focusing on mindset won’t create lasting results
How EFT tapping calms your nervous system and interrupts unhealthy habits
How she uses Qi Gong for stress and overwhelm
A simple practice you can do today to unblock your energy today
More about Charmaine Horn Charmaine Horn, BSN, RN, is a Somatic Nutrition Coach, Certified Life & Health Coach, and Registered Nurse who helps busy women entrepreneurs feel in control around sugar by combining ancient mind-body practices with modern psychology. She was a prediabetic in 2017, even though she was in the best shape of her life, and since then has reversed her prediabetes, overcome emotional eating, and more. Now, she empowers other go-getter women entrepreneurs with the practical tools they need to say “No” to sugar cravings with ease and feel better without food.
Links Website: http://sugarfreeselfcare.com
Instagram: http://instagram.com/charmaineplaton
YouTube: http://youtube.com/sugarfreeselfcaretv
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/platon-charmaine/
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KATHERINE DANESI, BUSINESS COACH & STRATEGIST I recently had the opportunity to pitch to a big client. I was confident that I could do the work but less confident about the process. Working with Katherine inside her Business Development Booster was exactly what I needed.
She coached me on the entire process giving me the exact steps I needed from what questions to ask, how to follow up, what my proposal should include, how to create a presentation that I can reuse, pricing, basically, all.the.things. She has a wealth of experience and I was supported every step of the way.
If you’re a service-based business owner who wants laser-focused business development strategies, the Business Development Booster is a 90-minute, intensive coaching session where you dive deep into your existing business development processes, tools, your client acquisition strategy, to uncover the holes and opportunities “hidden in plain sight.” You’ll leave with a roadmap to generate the right leads and convert them into clients.
Get 15% off the Business Development Booster by booking here.
*Offer valid until June 30th for sessions booked through July 31st, 2023.
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE… EP 69: Cultivating Embodiment Practices to Live a Big Life
EP 51: Practicing Breathwork for Healing & Transformation
My guest, Jacqueline Horani, lawyer, legal designer and contracts coach is shifting the paradigm when it comes to legal documents. Rather than perpetuating the creation of boring, confusing, and exclusive contracts meant to protect the elite, Jacqueline is helping her clients reimagine contracts as creative documents that integrate their values, voice, and vision and foster meaningful connections. Learn how removing legal jargon from contracts can build better relationships and become one of your best marketing tools.
Tune in to this episode as we challenge the status quo and strive for a more inclusive and empowering way to do business.
We also talk about:* how contracts were originally designed to disempower and keep vital information out of reach * how rejecting adversarial language and embracing a win-win approach empower both parties involved * the growing movement within the legal field, including bar associations, to remove jargon and use plain language in contracts * What she says to those in the legal field who say documents aren’t valid or legal without legalese
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BYKatherine Danesi, Business Coach & Strategist
I recently had the opportunity to pitch to a big client. I was confident that I could do the work but less confident about the process. Working with Katherine inside her Business Development Booster was exactly what I needed.
She coached me on the entire process giving me the exact steps I needed from what questions to ask, how to follow up, what my proposal should include, how to create a presentation that I can reuse, pricing, basically, all.the.things. She has a wealth of experience and I was supported every step of the way.
If you’re a service-based business owner who wants laser-focused business development strategies, the Business Development Booster is a 90-minute, intensive coaching session where you dive deep into your existing business development processes, tools, your client acquisition strategy, to uncover the holes and opportunities “hidden in plain sight.” You’ll leave with a roadmap to generate the right leads and convert them into clients.
Get 15% off by clicking on the link below and booking your Business Development Booster by June 30th for sessions booked through July 31st, 2023.
Yes, I want the Business Development Booster!
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 43: How to Legally Protect Your Business
As a podcast creator, I understand the value of having a seasonal podcast and taking breaks to reflect and rejuvenate your creativity. It’s also important to keep your audience engaged during the off-season of your podcast and maintain consistency to avoid negative impacts on your podcast rankings. Implementing bonus episodes can accomplish both goals. If you're running a seasonal podcast or considering having seasons, listen to this episode for three engaging "bonus" episode ideas for seasonal podcasts.
Let's dive in!
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 56: The Benefits of Podcast Seasons
EP 87: Producing a Podcast While Honoring Your Capacity
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Join me in this powerful conversation with Annie Gichuru, a leading racial equity coach for online entrepreneurs, as we dive into the critical role allies must play in dismantling unfair systems of oppression, strategies for non-POC to educate themselves about the barriers and challenges faced by people of color, how non-POC can intentionally amplify POC voices without falling into the "rescuer" or "savior" narrative, and the importance of being open, curious, and loving when doing this kind of work.
WE ALSO TALK ABOUT* Annie’s framework for helping her clients go from awareness to action * How Annie defines an ally and why their role is crucial in advancing racial equity * The importance of self-reflection and continuous learning in understanding racial disparities * Tips for non-POC to have conversations about the POC experience without centering themselves
MORE ABOUT ANNIE GICHURUAnnie Gichuru is a leading racial equity coach & consultant for online entrepreneurs. During the past 3 years, she has helped many prominent online business leaders build intentionally inclusive businesses – the most notable of which is her partnership with The Beautiful You Coaching Academy, where she supports trainees and emerging coaches as a DEI trainer.
She is deeply passionate about representation through a racial justice lens, and combines her experience as an internationally certified life coach, her love of storytelling, and her extensive career as a Human Resource specialist to deliver REPRESENTED - a transformational online program, which has been described as ‘a must for all business owners who are ready to build a racially diverse, inclusive and equitable business’.
LINKSWebsite: anniegichuru.com
Instagram: @annie.gichuru
Free Resource: Racial Equity Quiz
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 06: How to Show Up Authentically in Your Business
EP 18: Amplifying Diverse Voices in Podcasting
Love it or hate it, tech is something that none of us can avoid when running an online business. Often, it can feel overwhelming, but I wanted to know: how can embrace tech and have a better (less frustrating) relationship with it?
In this episode, I’m talking with Tara Wilder, the founder of Conquer Online Business Tech about we can make tech our greatest ally. Tara discusses common hurdles that business owners face when it comes to managing their tech, her very best tips for improving our relationship with tech, overcoming overwhelm, cleaning up our systems, how to know when we need to invest in tech support, and more!
WE ALSO TALK ABOUT:-Common hurdles business owners have when it comes to their back-end systems
-Tips for cleaning up our systems so that they are working for us, not draining us
-Questions to ask yourself when hiring tech support
-The power of the SOP (standard operating procedures)
MORE ABOUT TARA WILDER…Tara Wilder is an online tech strategist who helps coaches, consultants, and service providers implement customized systems and automations that remove the chaos and bring simplicity to their business.
She's also the founder of Conquer Online Business Tech, an online tech education platform for non-tech savvy entrepreneurs that simplifies and demystifies the tech, systems, and automations that run your business operations and marketing. She's passionate about making tech accessible to all!\
LINKSWebsite: conqueronlinebusinesstech.com
Services: envivoweb.com/services/
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 41: Creating Sustainable Systems for the Best Client Experience
EP 47: Are You Ready to Hire an Online Business Manager?
In this episode, we sit down with Yuritzy, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and trauma-informed somatic coach, to explore the connection between self-doubt and societal influences, personal experiences, systemic injustices, and trauma. She helps us understand the importance of establishing a deeper connection with our nervous system to alleviate self-doubt by integrating somatic practices to create transformative shifts in our lives.
Listen in to learn Yuritzy’s strategies for navigating self-doubt and cultivating self-trust and confidence.
We also talk about* Her personal journey as a first-gen immigrant from Mexico. * What led to burnout in the non-profit sector and how it influences the work she does now. * How internalized oppression can perpetuate limiting beliefs. * The two distinct types of self-doubt and how to heal them.
MORE ABOUT YURITZY GOMEZ SERRANOYuritzy (she/ her/ ella) is a first-gen immigrant from Michoacan, Mexico who after years of overworking and burning out in the non-profit world she decided to open up her coaching business. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and trauma-informed somatic coach, she supports entrepreneurs & change-makers transform their self-doubt through nervous system regulation so they feel safe and worthy in living their most aligned life & business. Yuritzy also incorporates intergenerational, collective, and systemic trauma analysis to give clients context to where their self-doubt and other blocks originated. While also supporting clients in identifying their inherent gifts to feel confident and at peace with their life and business.
LINKSInstagram: @yuritzy.gs
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 69: Cultivating Embodiment Practices to Live a Big Life
EP 51: Practicing Breathwork for Healing & Transformation
In this episode, we sit down with Rose Cox, founder of The HSP Business School and host of The Sensitive CEO Show. Rose shares her personal journey of discovering her Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) traits and how she now leads with them in her business. We delve into the superpowers behind being an HSP and strategies for running a successful business, including setting boundaries, creating a supportive environment, and honoring your intuition. Rose also offers advice for non-HSP individuals on how they can support their HSP friends and colleagues.
If you are an HSP looking to thrive in the business world or someone looking to better understand and support your HSP friends and colleagues, this episode is for you.
We also talk about* Traits of a Highly Sensitive Person * Strategies for sensitive people to thrive in their businesses * The resilience that comes from moving in a non-HSP world
More about Rose CoxRose Cox is the Founder of The HSP Business School and host of The Sensitive CEO Show. Business coach and strategist, Advanced RTT Therapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist Rose works with highly sensitive people, empaths and introverts who have amazing gifts to share with the world but struggle with both the business strategies and mindset to fully step into their own.
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 83: Understanding Human Design for a More Easeful Business
EP 45: How Energy Clearing Can Expand Your Mindset & Business
LinksWebsite: https://rosecox.com, https://hspbusinessschool.com
Podcast: https://sensitiveceo.show
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivinghspentrepreneurs
HSP Quiz: https://www.hsp.com/
In this podcast episode, I'm giving a behind-the-scenes look at how I created a sold-out sponsorship program for my smaller independent podcast and how you can too. We’re diving into the mindset required to create a successful sponsorship program, how to know whether your podcast is ready for sponsors, why having a niche, quality audience is your advantage, and the important assets you need for pitching to brands.
LET’S CONNECT!Clarifying Your Podcast Vision Workbook
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 84: How to Help Your Listeners Feel Seen
EP 81: How to Use a Podcast to Expand Your Network
In this episode, Shi Chen, a certified business coach, shares how to take the ‘ick’ factor out of sales so that we can go beyond the pitch and make real connections and sales. Shi provides tips on how to bring more humanity into the sales process, how to choose sales actions that suit your strengths, and strategies to stay motivated when sales goals fall short.
If you struggle with sales, tune into this episode to learn how sales can be fulfilling and fun!
We also talk about:
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What we need to unlearn about sales.
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How sales can be a form of self-care.
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How we can set right-fit sales goals for ourselves.
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Why our ‘why’ matters when it comes to sales.
About Shi Chen
Shi Chen is a certified business coach, wife, and mama of two sassy daughters. She helps service-based experts who are really good at what they do to also become really good at marketing, sales, and leadership. Through her background in education, experience as an expat, and training as a solution-focused coach, she will guide you to build a simple, profitable, sustainable business that contributes to a fulfilling life.
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Say ‘hello’ on Instagram: @podcastandamplify
www.podcastandamplify.com
IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 102: Marketing Doesn't Have to Suck: How to Market in a Way that Feels Good & Attracts Aligned Clients
EP 86: Using Your Intuition to Grow an Easeful Business
EP 32: How to Network in a Way that Feels Good, Not Gross
Marketing doesn't have to suck! Founder and seasoned Marketer, Christina Giordano shares her innovative approach to marketing that does away with outdated marketing frameworks that focuses on fluff and manipulation and instead focuses on aligned, ethical, and effective marketing efforts that actually feel good.
Join us as we dive into how buyer consciousness has evolved, why a paradigm shift in marketing is necessary, and how we can adapt our marketing strategies to meet the moment and communicate the transformations our businesses provide.
If you're interested in rethinking your marketing approach and want to learn more about aligning your marketing with your values, this episode is a must-listen.
We also talk aboutWhat’s broken and outdated about the old approach to marketing and why it needs to be retired?
What next-level marketing looks like.
Where to focus your marketing message to be a magnet for the right clients and never run out of content.
More about Christina GiordanoWith nearly 15 years in the marketing industry and 10 years as Christina Giordano Consulting, Christina Giordano is pioneering a new approach to marketing that is rooted in the transformation you provide. Her Magic Marketing suite includes all five of her one-of-a-kind proprietary methods - each one designed to support entrepreneurs as they pivot into alignment within themselves and within their businesses. Christina empowers you to show up, be seen, and shine (aka market yourself) in the way that is uniquely, and wholeheartedly, you.
LinksWebsite: christinagiordano.com
Instagram: @marktingmagicbychristina
Facebook: @marketingmagicbychristina
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechristinagio
FREE Resource: The Mini: (A Free Preview of The L.I.F.E. Method)
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 61: How to Humanize Your Brand & Make Real Connections
EP 06: How to Show Up Authentically in Your Business
In this episode, we explore the world of public speaking with a passionate speaker who has learned to own her voice and show up her way as an introvert and first gen Latina.
Our guest, Yvonne Armenta, shares insights into how we can redefine what public speaking is to be more inclusive of diverse voices and the importance of being connected to what we're speaking about and who we're speaking to. We also talk about why representation is crucial and how we can gain the confidence to own our story and show up authentically.
We also talk about
- Yvonne’s journey and how she learned to show up as herself and feel authentic and energized on stage.
- Some of the factors that can influence how we see ourselves when it comes to public speaking.
- Common misconceptions about introverts and public speaking.
- Tips for gaining new perspectives to build our confidence.
- Tips for calming our nerves before speaking on stage.
- Ways to dial up our public speaking today.
ABOUT YVONNE ARMENTAYvonne Armenta is a Public Speaking Creative & Founder of Chats with Yvonne, a space where she helps Latinas & Introverts reconnect with and love the art of public speaking.
Her super power is being able to connect our lived experiences back to why and how we experience the art of public speaking. Beyond the skillset required to be a great speaker, she challenges you to reflect on your experiences to create a map for your public speaking journey that is unique to you. As a keynote speaker for various conferences early in her career, she learned by doing and now, shares her tips for public speaking from her perspectives as a First Gen Latina, older sister, & mujer in tech, who also happens to be an introvert. She calls it: public speaking con cultura.
LINKSInstagram: @chatswithyvonne
Podcasts: Chats with Yvonne Podcast and Ponte Perra Affirmations Podcast
YouTube: @chatswithyvonne
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 63 Strategies for Communities of Color When Grabbing the Mic
EP 75 How to Leverage a Podcast for Speaking Opportunities
If you've ghosted your podcast you are not alone. 44% of podcasters stop podcasting after their third episode. It can feel embarrassing not following through on something so public facing, but in this episode I'm breaking down why ghosting your podcast might actually be a GOOD thing and how to recover and come back even stronger.
Also, this is the 100th episode! It took one year, seven months, 4 seasons, 45 solo episodes, 54 interviews, 1 take over episode to get here. Thanks for listening!
We also talk about
- Common reasons people stop podcasting
- Why I ghosted my first podcast
- Why we need to give ourselves permission to evolve
- 3 ways to rekindle your podcast
- What will help you stick with your podcast this time
ResourcesLET’S CONNECT!Clarifying Your Podcast Vision Workbook
www.podcastandamplify.com
IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 62: Does Your Podcast Need an Upgrade?
In this episode, Money Coach, Lauren Cañafranca discusses why shame around money is so prevalent and how we can cultivate a healthy relationship with money to gain a sense of empowerment, freedom, and joy when it comes to our finances.
Lauren also shares her own personal story of how she got out of debt and released the shame around her finances, when she realized that there’s a better way than tracking every penny, the importance of cultivating a partnership with your money, and practical strategies for breaking the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck.
We also talk about* Strategies for getting out of a money shame spiral. * The difference between emotional and non-emotional money. * The concept of back-casting and how it’s helpful for those with variable income. * Tips for building self-compassion and self-forgiveness in relation to money.
More about Lauren CañafrancaLauren is an Accredited Financial Counsellor Canada who serves creatives with variable income to help them cultivate a relationship with money rooted in security gratitude and choice. She uses a judgement free space to assist clients in letting the shame of their money stories go and step into their financial power.
Website: elbiecoaching.com
Instagram: elbie.coaching
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 22: Mastering Your Money Mindset to Achieve Financial Freedom
EP 24: How to Build a Strong Financial Foundation for Your Business
EP 53: How to Maximize Profitability in Your Business
In this episode, we explore why earned media is such a critical component of building visibility for your business and the PR trends you need to be aware of in 2023.
Our guest, Gloria Chou, Small Business PR Coach is debunking common PR myths and sharing the five essential skills you need to succeed in PR. She also explains how to turn your business into a newsworthy angle to get reach, tips on finding trends and using the "magic of threes" to create powerful messaging, and how she’s helping to dismantle the narrative around what an entrepreneur looks like and how her approach gets around the inherent privilege and access that BIPOC, WOC don’t have.
Tune in to this episode to learn everything you need to know about mastering PR in 2023 and taking your business to the next level.
WE ALSO TALK ABOUT…* How to make sure you’re the right fit for the podcast. * The worst way to try to get on podcast. * The two ways to increase your chances of getting ‘yeses’. * The most important thing to include in your pitch. * How to prepare for your interview. * How to share your offer organically.
MORE ABOUT GLORIA CHOUGloria Chou is an award-winning Small Business PR coach and host of the top-rated Small Business PR Podcast. Her untraditional yet proven PR methods that allow anyone to gain top-tier, earned media without needing to hire an agency, have industry connections or any PR experience have been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, Crunchbase and on over 40+ podcasts.
For more resources go to www.podcastandamplify.com.
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IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE…EP 61: How to Humanize Your Brand & Make Real Connections
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Having communication tools and strategies when having difficult conversations can help us have a positive outcome. But that’s just part of the equation. How we show up and the energy we bring to difficult conversations is largely determined by how well we know and take care of ourselves. In this episode, Embodiment Coach and HSP Mentor Manisha Tare, is sharing how we can prepare for tough conversations by paying attention to our internal state, notice patterns and triggers, and process big emotions so that we can show up more neutral, curious, open, and vulnerable when in conflict.
WE ALSO TALK ABOUT
- How to assess internal and external safety before having difficult conversations.
- How to process big feelings/emotions in your body.
- How can we become more self-aware around our energy and our triggers.
- How can we build up our tolerance for feelings of uncertainty or discomfort.
- How can we support our nervous system before during and after tough conversations.
ABOUT MANISHA TARE
Manisha Tare is a Somatic Healing Practitioner for highly sensitive and empathic women who have people pleasing tendencies and want support to prioritize their well-being, set better boundaries and be less affected by others' emotions and actions. Through a combination of trauma informed healing modalities and mentoring, she supports her clients to heal their nervous systems so they can confidently ask for what they need and feel worthy of amazing relationships.
Manisha has a B.S. in Occupational Therapy from New York University and holds a Master's in Public Health from Columbia University. She pursued advanced training in CranioSacral Therapy and SomatoEmotional Release through the Upledger Institute to learn how to help her clients shift the energy of traumatic experiences held in their bodies. She studied with Tami Lynn Kent, MSPT in her unique method, Holistic Pelvic Care™, to expand her skills in trauma resolution skills and help clients access the creative potential of their bodies. She trained in the hatha and vinyasa methods of yoga in NYC and Washington DC and taught public classes in Washington DC for 9 years. She recently completed a somatic attachment therapy certificate program with the Embody Lab to further develop her ability to utilize somatic practices to help her clients heal early attachment issues and transform their relationships.
LINKS
Instagram: @manishatare
Podcast: Transform Your Relationship Podcast
Resources: Free Strengthen Your Energetic Boundaries Masterclass
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Chances are you’re already using AI to help you create content. ChatGPT takes things to a whole new level. In this episode, I’m breaking down five ways that ChatGPT can help us podcast more efficiently and also what it cannot do. I’m sharing my exact prompts and the responses that ChatGPT came up with so you can see why specificity is key, why humans shouldn’t be afraid that they’ll become obsolete, and which elements of your podcast you can really let a chatbot write for you.
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Having hard conversations can be stressful and we might not always know how to build bridges when we disagree with others. Vaneese Johnson, The Boldness Coach™ and Crucial Conversations Facilitator believes good communication is like a dance and she’s here to show us how we can approach challenging conversations with openness, compassion, and vulnerability for the best possible outcome. In this episode, you’ll learn tools for navigating hard conversations from preparing ahead of time, to creating a safe space to be vulnerable, to cultivating self-awareness around what might be triggering, to asking for grace, and hearing with your heart.
WE ALSO TALK ABOUT… How to raise our vibration when communicating. * Her go-to phrases to help facilitate productive conversations. * Why what you’re not* saying is just as important as what you are saying. * How to pay attention to what triggers us during difficult conversations. * Why coming to a consensus isn’t always the end goal. * Ways we can build bridges when we disagree with others.
ABOUT VANEESE JOHNSONVaneese Johnson, The Boldness Coach™ is an empowerment coach, truth-teller, and transformation instigator, who helps women to claim their boldness and get clear about becoming the woman she was always meant to be.
RESOURCESWebsite: https://www.theboldnesscoach.com
Instagram: @theboldnesscoach
Facebook: @Theboldnesscoach
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/vaneesejohnson
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Trauma-Informed Self-Defense Coach, Leslie Lew, saw a gap in the way traditional self-defense approached teaching women how to defend themselves. For her, it needed to be about more than just physical defense and technique to truly empower women and save their lives. Leslie’s holistic approach starts with who her clients are, what they value, their cultural/social identity and then gives them a game plan for protecting both physical and emotional boundaries.
Listen to this episode to learn how aligning your mind, body, and voice will help you reclaim and stand in your power.
We also talked about…
- The experiences that led Leslie to want to dismantle systems of oppression and help women become stronger self-advocates.
- How Leslie is creating safe spaces for underrepresented communities including women of color, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+.
- Her holistic approach to teaching women to stand in their power
- How to clearly and concisely state your physical and emotional boundaries and the cost when you don’t speak up for yourself.
- The four phases of the psychology of the attack.
- Tips for navigating situations that feel uncomfortable or unsafe.
About Leslie Lew
Leslie is Trauma-informed Self-Defense Coach, international best-selling author, and speaker and host of the Reclaim Your Voice Podcast. Her mission is to save the lives of women and allies globally by helping them escape bad situations, stand in their power and reclaim their voice. She values love, courage, and community.
Resources
Instagram: @reclaimyourvoice_podcast
Youtube
The Woman Warrior Community
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In this special episode we are doing our very first podcast takeover! I’ve invited former client and Founder of Corporate Rehab, Sarah Khan to come on and talk about her experience working with me to launch her podcast, the mission behind the Business Blasphemy podcast, and you’ll get to listen to the very first episode: Why Entrepreneurship is Broken. I love Sarah’s honest and fresh take on entrepreneurship and can’t wait for you to hear what she’s putting out in the world.
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If you didn’t start the year with all of your goals planned out, you’re not behind - you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be. In this bonus episode, I’m taking the stress out of having it all figured out by sharing some of my favorite prompts that will help you reflect on and celebrate what’s working and rethink what’s not, so that you can set business and podcast goals for 2023 that feel good. Plus, learn about where Podcast & Amplify is headed this year. Here's to a fantastic year!
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We're wrapping up season 3 of the podcast by looking back at how the year went, what we learned through our failures, celebrating our accomplishments, what to expect in 2023, and what were some of our favorite episodes. Tune in one last time in 2022 and we'll see you next year!
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We’re ending this season and the year with an inspirational episode on pursuing your passions with grammy-award winning song writer, Drea Lopez. From winning a Latin Grammy, to releasing a top charting podcast, Drea proves that nothing is out of reach when you believe in yourself and you set your mind to enjoying the journey, and she’s on a mission to show others they can too. Listen this episode to learn what Drea has learned on her journey, how to be unapologetic about pursuing your passions, and why it’s important to cultivate a ‘messy-action’ mindset.
We also talk about* How mean girls in middle school were the catalyst for her creativity * How her time spent interning with the Emilio and Gloria Estefan resulted in her grammy award-winning song * Why it’s important for her music to be completely unapologetic * How her creative projects come from her heart * How she took messy action and was honest about what she didn’t know when starting a podcast * How she overcame internal negative thoughts when pivoting to a new medium * Why the journey is so important to accomplishing your goals
Links & Resourceshttps://www.podcastandamplify.com/podcast/pursing-your-passions
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This time of year, everyone's talking about goals - end of year goals, new year's goals, WTF am I doing with my life goals - and it can feel a bit stressful. But setting goals doesn’t have to feel heavy. And in this episode, Kristy Black, creator of the Bold Goals Buffet experience, is sharing how we can create grounded goals (aka: ones that don't utilize guilt or shame as a way to drive action) that are aligned with our values, feel spacious and joyful. Listen to this episode to learn Kristy's approachable and fun system for setting goals you'll actually accomplish.
We also talk about:
- Why setting goals can bring up negative emotions
- What’s a frantic goal vs a joyful goal
- How to align your goals with your values
- How specific a goal should be
- How to choose an accountability partner
- Why you shouldn’t necessarily tell everyone your goals
Resources & Links
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Being able to show up confidently starts with inner work, but clothing can play a key role in projecting how we feel about ourselves to the world. Today’s guest, Melissa dos Prazeres Allard, Founder and CEO of Desk to Dusk, has dressed and served hundreds of women: from graduates interviewing for their first job, to CEOs of massive companies, authors and speakers on press tours, and even a few celebrities. She’s here to share her best tips for discovering your signature look, common mistakes women make when it comes to sizes and dressing for their body type, what to wear when speaking in front of people, and how to be mindful about what you buy.
We also talk about * How Melissa’s sports background helps her run her business. * Common beliefs that we need to unlearn about our outer appearance. * The psychology behind why sizing is tied to our beauty, value, and worth. * What to think about when dressing for the stage. * How to use the psychology of color in your wardrobe.
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Producing a podcast doesn’t have to be overwhelming or stressful. With the right strategies and systems in place having a podcast becomes one of your most valuable business assets. In this episode, I’m diving into the process and tools that will help you streamline your producing your podcast, how to leverage your podcast in the most efficient way, time saving tips to preserve your energy, and the adjustments I made to my podcast to honor my energy.
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When we lead with our intuition things feel easier and they just flow. But we can often get distracted from what we know is aligned and feels good. So, how do we run a business that prioritizes our intuition and gets results? Intuitive Business Strategist & Mindset Coach, Charlotte Petit Noble, is here to show us how we can activate our intuition and creative energy, what to do when we veer off course, a key part to manifesting and being in the flow, and how to use her S.H.I.F.T blueprint to increase ease, impact, and profit.
We also talk about...
- 3 ways to find stillness and tap into your intuitive energy
- How to differentiate when the ego is talking vs intuition
- Why connection to natural cycles and natural flow is important
- What to do when trusting the process if difficult
- Why being too focused on the outcome means you’ll miss the magic
Links & Resources
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As entrepreneurs, it can be tempting to show up as the palatable version of ourselves in the online space. However, Business Coach, Tiffany Atkinson, believes that it actually harms our businesses when we try to hide your mistakes and act like we’re perfect. In this episode, she’s sharing why our imperfect journeys are key to our success, how she started opening up and sharing her unorthodox entrepreneurial path, and how we can dive into the messy parts of our story to create moments of connection.
We also talk about
- How to reframe our struggles and mistakes
- Why it’s important to share all parts of our journey even if it doesn’t make sense
- What to use as your compass when creating content
- How to connect key moments in your story to your audience
- How to be authentic vs #authentic
- The one question to ask yourself to prevent oversharing
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If you’re an entrepreneur and you started a podcast to help build your brand and grow your business helping your listeners feel like you get them, like you understand them and can provide solutions to their problems should be your highest priority.
Why? Because we want to be in community with and buy from people that we trust.
And some of the best ways to connect to our listeners is by:
• creating a sense of belonging
• helping people feel seen and understood
• showing people what’s possible
Listen to this episode to learn my top 3 ways for helping your listeners feel seen and foster meaningful connection.
Resources
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Human design is a powerful tool for better understanding yourself, your strengths, and where your energy is best spent. In this episode, Yvonne Chung, Human Design Guide and certified Empowerment Coach, breaks down what Human design is, the benefits of understanding your design and energetic anatomy, how to know when you’re out of alignment, and tools and strategies that help unlock ease in your life and business.
We also talk about
-The origin of Human Design.
-How she learned about Human Design & knew it was the path for her.
-Why knowing our energy blueprint is important for an easeful life.
-How Human Design can be valuable for entrepreneurship.
Resources & Links
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Setting boundaries is essential for preserving our energy and fostering healthy relationships. Yet many of us internalize social and cultural messaging that leaves us feeling like saying ‘no’ isn’t an option. Which can lead to feelings of resentment, disappointment, and burn out. In this episode, Manisha Tare, Somatic Healing Practitioner for highly sensitive and empathic women, shares what motivates us to say ‘yes’ and people please, the difference between having the time and being available, the importance of somatic work when learning to set boundaries and more.
We also talk about
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Why we feel the need to justify saying ‘no’.
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Why the phrase “No is a complete sentence” isn’t always helpful.
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How to recognize what feelings we’re responsible for and what feelings are others.
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How we can start to set boundaries and what we can do when it feels scary.
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Your podcast is a not only great for expanding your brand it’s also one of the best ways to expand your network. Listen to this episode to learn why having a podcast is an easy way to take your relationship to the next level + how to leverage your podcast to deepen relationships, build trust, and provide value to your existing community.
We also talk about
- How to build trust with your podcast guests
- How to collaborate after the interview
- How to tap into your guests' communities in an organic way
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Many of us are taught to network in a way that feels transactional, superficial, and formal. Jennifer Nagel, Founder of the Success Revolution Society business mastermind, offers a different approach that’s grounded in community building, come-as-you-are vibes, and genuine connection. Listen to this episode to learn why cultivating a community that prioritizes human connection over business transactions is they key to a joyful and thriving business.
We also talk about
- The importance of re-examining traditional networking tactics
- Why being comfortable with yourself is at the core of good networking
- What we should no longer be talking about on connection calls
- How Jennifer re-defines the know, like, trust factor
- Simple steps listeners can take to foster genuine relationships
Resources & Links
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In this episode, Liberatory Leadership Coach, Petra Vega helps us rethink what characteristics make a good leader and whether traditional definitions of leadership are inclusive enough. Listen in to learn why things like position, title, and power are no longer sufficient ways to define a leader, why we should do a way with common myths around the characteristics of effective leaders, how we can be authentic leaders as entrepreneurs and have meaningful impact, and why it’s important to align how we lead with our values.
We also talk about
- The responsibility a leader has to themselves and others.
- How she defines what a leader is responsible for.
- How we can be authentic leaders as entrepreneurs and how to infuse that into your business.
- How we can access our power and learn how not to disempower others.
- How we can pay attention to our bodies to know if we’re leading in alignment.
Resource & Links
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Three years ago, if you told me I would be a thought leader getting paid to share my message, I would have asked what you were smoking. But through podcasting I've been able to grow my confidence, voice, and message and awareness around my brand. If your goal is to grow your brand and business by sharing your message on bigger platforms, listen to this episode to learn:
- How I define a thought leader.
- How being a thought leader can impact your business.
- How a podcast can position you as a thought leader.
- Questions to ask yourself to discover your thought leadership message.
- How I leveraged my podcast to speak on a national stage & get paid to speak.
Resources & Links
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We’re all worthy of a life that fulfills us, yet we can feel pressure to conform to others' expectations, especially when the life we want is unconventional. Today’s guest, Lisa Leyva, knows a lot about taking an unconventional path to creating a personal and professional life that she loves. As the founder of The Lifestyle Artist, she encourages women to design and curate the life they want to experience every day. In this episode, she shares why we should honor our own journey and how she did it, how we can tap into our values to create the life we want, why it’s important to own our schedule and honor our energy, and more.
We also talk about
- What drove her down her unconventional path to success.
- How she knows her path was the right one to take.
- What we stand to gain when we choose a life that doesn’t align with the status quo.
- Exercises for discovering what we actually want.
- How to know when it’s time to take the leap and pursue your own path.
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SPONSOR
This episode of Podcast & Amplify is sponsored by Origin Mexico.
I love my Mexican heritage. And one way that makes me feel connected to my culture is wearing clothes that showcase its rich artistry and traditions.
My go-to source for beautiful, hand-embroidered blouses is Origin Mexico, a women-owned and operated brand offering a curated selection of handcrafted and ethically sourced goods from Mexico.
All her pieces are like wearable art, but my favorite is my colorful Alheli Blouse, hand-made in Hidalgo by The Hernandez family.
Origin Mexico is helping us celebrate Latinx Heritage month by offering our listeners 10% off your next purchase by visiting originmexico.com and entering code: AMPLIFY
We live in a world that often focuses on the numbers - followers, downloads, subscribers, etc. But when we overly focus on the numbers instead of stories, we miss out on the opportunity to truly understand and connect with others. As a qualitative researcher, Dr. Gina Vanegas shares her knowledge about storytelling and how it’s vital to understanding others in a more nuanced way, creating bonds, healing, and humanizing the lives and voices of people who fall outside the traditional "norm".
We also talk about:
- How to change your mindset around money and feel more in control.
- How Mayra confronts shame around debt and builds trust with her clients.
- Where to start to become debt-free and which method for paying down debt is right for you.
- Why it’s important to really know what your disposable income is.
- How being a Latina a superpower in her business.
About Dr. Gina Vanegas
Dr. Gina Vanegas is a skilled consultant and engaging speaker passionate about amplifying the voices of individuals not typically heard through the use of stories and narratives. She holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from UC Santa Barbara, has co-authored several publications, and speaks on mental health topics such as self-care, vicarious trauma, and burnout, among others. In the corporate arena, Dr. Vanegas utilizes her expertise in qualitative data analysis and social justice to help organizations assess and improve their workplace culture. In the public sector, she helps non-profit organizations assess and conveying the impactful work they do through the use of qualitative data. She identifies as an immigrant, first-generation PhD, and now a first generation business owner.
Website: www.drginavanegas.com
Instagram: @drginavanegas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginavanegas
Sponsor
This episode of Podcast & Amplify is sponsored by Origin Mexico.
I love my Mexican heritage. And one way that makes me feel connected to my culture is wearing clothes that showcase its rich artistry and traditions.
My go-to source for beautiful, hand-embroidered blouses is Origin Mexico, a women-owned and operated brand offering a curated selection of handcrafted and ethically sourced goods from Mexico.
All her pieces are like wearable art, but my favorite is my colorful Alheli Blouse, hand-made in Hidalgo by The Hernandez family.
I love knowing that owner, Yazmin Castaneda, works closely with each artisan to preserve their traditions while also creating a better quality of life for these working moms.
Origin Mexico is helping us celebrate Latinx Heritage month by offering our listeners 10% off your next purchase by visiting originmexico.com and entering code: AMPLIFY
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I never saw myself standing on a stage, speaking to a room full of people, but this summer I spoke at a national conference and I 100% know that having a podcast helped to get me there. If public speaking is one of your goals, listen to this episode to learn about my unconventional path to booking speaking gigs and the four ways that having (or being on) a podcast can help you hone your voice and message and gain the confidence and skills to share your message from the stage.
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After spending years in debt, Mayra Alejandra Garcia started her debt-free journey and was able to pay off her debt in 17 months. Now she’s a financial literacy educator and coach on a mission to empower and motivate families to live a debt-free lifestyle. Listen to this episode for easy, practical action steps for paying off debt, taking control of your finances, and living a debt-free life.
We also talk about:
- How to change your mindset around money and feel more in control.
- How Mayra confronts shame around debt and builds trust with her clients.
- Where to start to become debt-free and which method for paying down debt is right for you.
- Why it’s important to really know what your disposable income is.
- How being a Latina a superpower in her business.
About Mayra Alejandra Garcia
Mayra is a financial literacy education and coach on a mission to empower and motivate families to live a debt-free lifestyle. After spending years in debt, she started her debt-free journey in 2010 and was able to pay off her debt in 17 months. She's a wife and mother of two and is passionate about teaching financial literacy! She's the host of the Debt-Free Latina Podcast.
Website: debfreelatina.com
Instagram: @mayra.alejandra.garcia and debtfree.latina
Podcast link https://www.debtfreelatina.com/allpods
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This episode is sponsored by Bri Mosquera Coaching.
Often, even when our inner voice is telling us we’re meant for more, it can still be scary to listen to it.
That’s why having a coach, like Bri Mosquera, in your corner is a game-changer. She helps women to move past the fear and do things like leave their corporate job, start their own business, publish their first book, and attract healthy relationships.
As a past client, I loved the way she combined deep psychotherapy frameworks with spiritual practices.
Bri’s Mindset Awakening program provides women with 4-months of private 1:1 coaching to manifest your dream career, love, and lifestyle without fear and self-doubt.
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So often, women say ‘no’ to themselves and 'yes' to everyone else, which can lead to burnout and depletion. In this episode, Therapist and Empowerment Coach Guisela Pinto Caballero shares why women need to be more selfish and how this can actually benefit everyone around them. Listen to learn ways to get unstuck from taking everything on and to start setting boundaries, and how to get the support that is essential when making this shift.
We also talk about:
- The cost of selflessness to women and those around them.
- Why a “selfish” woman is triggering in our society.
- How to move through the discomfort of setting boundaries and saying ‘no’.
- How to get unstuck from the “people pleasing epidemic”, especially in the Latinx community.
- 3 ways we can begin to pay attention to ourselves.
- Why it’s important to be a role model for future generations.
About Guisela Pinto Caballero:
Guisela Pinto Caballero was born in Cochabamba, Bolivia and grew up in Providence, Rhode Island, where she currently resides. She obtained her BS in Economics-Finance from Bentley College in Waltham, Massachusetts and her Masters in Social Work from Rhode Island College. Today she works as a psychotherapist and empowerment coach providing sessions via Telehealth. In therapy and coaching, Guisela feels strongly about empowering women to recognize the power that resides in noticing, nurturing and developing the relationship with themselves.
Instagram: @guiselapc
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/guiselapinto
Sponsor:
This episode of Podcast & Amplify is sponsored by Jennifer Nagel and The Success Revolution Society.
A few months ago, I realized that I had reached the stage in my business where I could really benefit from being part of a community of established, supportive, and fun business owners, just like me.
But I wanted real community, not just another Facebook group that felt like a free for all. One that was intentionally curated to foster real connections, be inclusive, and help me build a profitable and joyful business.
By joining the Success Revolution Society, I’ve found all of that and more. Inside this community, we have fun, celebrate each other, and we also get monthly personal development coaching, Mastermind Sessions, co-working sessions, business seminars and mixers.
If you’re a female, femme or them in the online business space, join us for our next business workshop + virtual mixer so that you can meet your next client, collaborator or friend!
Podcast & Amplify listeners can register for free by going to http://jennifernagel.co/mixer and using CODE: podcastandamplify
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Listen to this episode to learn why I wasn’t into podcast conferences when I first started podcasting and what changed my mind, my experience attending my first podcast conference (Podcast Movement), four benefits of attending, and a behind-the-scenes look at how I landed a speaking session.
We’re kicking off our Latinx Heritage Month series with Executive Coach & Founder of The Life Coaching Lounge™️, Esperanza Lebron. From teenage mom to Army Officer Veteran, Corporate Consultant, and Entrepreneur, Esperanza knows exactly what it takes to break possibility open and go all-in on your impossible goals and coaches others to do the same.
Listen to this episode to learn how to manage your thoughts to reach your goals, build belief in yourself, and stop putting our goals on the back burner, so that you can live a more fulfilled life now.
We also talk about...
- How Esperanza overcame obstacles and charted a new path for herself and her family.
- Ways to create feelings on-demand that are going to move you towards your goals.
- How to break free from the negotiation and objection cycle.
- A method for separating our stories from fact.
- How to use neuroscience to re-wire thought patterns, blocks, and limiting beliefs.
- How being a Latina is a superpower in her life/business.
Guest bio:
Esperanza Lebron is an Executive Coach and an expert in Human Performance. She helps her clients break through to new levels of ingenuity and access their inner certainty to drive them throughout the execution process, creating their most desired outcomes.
Her ability to impact her clients to get to the root of their blocks is one of her specialties via her signature Innovative Mindset Transformation Experience. Esperanza has founded The Life Coaching Lounge, where she offers life coaching for both men and women and has created the 90 Days to DONE course to give you a premium mindset upgrade by teaching you how to create any result.
Website: executeit.com/the-life-lounge
Instagram: @esperanza.thelifecoach
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Sponsor: The Liberated Latina
This episode of Podcast & Amplify is sponsored by The Liberated Latina.
On this show, we talk a lot about the importance of getting support when working towards your goals. A huge part of my growth, both as a person and in my business, is absolutely because of the support of my coach.
Working with Daisy Lopez, the Founder of The Liberated Latina has helped me scale my business with an online presence that brings in my very best client and allows me to be authentically me.
If you know you’re ready for the next level in your business, The Liberated Latina guides talented women of color with custom marketing strategies that generate sales without social media hustle or sleazy tactics.
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I'm BEYOND excited that Podcast & Amplify is back! Dare I say, this is the best season yet? 🔥 For this first episode of Season 3, I thought it would be fun to change things up and have someone interview me. I invited one of my beloved past guests and former client, Carla Santamaria, to chat about what to expect this season. Carla is a Career and Mindset Coach and loves podcasting as much as I do. We had the best time recording. I hope you can tell!
On this first episode of the season, listen in to hear:
- What changes/updates I've made from last season.
- What I'm most excited about this season.
- How I've evolved as a podcaster.
- How I decided on this season's signature question.
- What Carla's superpower is.
- And what's my superpower!
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In this episode, Kristin is wrapping up season two by reflecting how the show has evolved from its inaugural season, some of her favorite moments from season 2, and how her mission will continue to guide the show next season.
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In this episode, Client Attraction and Messaging Coach, Daisy Lopez, is sharing why it’s important to tune into our bodies and expand our ability to feel all our emotions when we want to have a big life. Listen in as she shares how embodiment practices will help increase your self-awareness, mindfulness, self-regulation, find balance, and create self-acceptance.
Daisy is also the host of the Liberated Latina Podcast and Creator of the Profitable Presence Framework that helps skilled coaches unleash their voice online through irresistible content that fills their four-figure offers.
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In this last episode in my 3-part series on how to up level your podcast, I'm giving my best tips for pitching to aligned podcasts and potential partners for guest appearances and sponsorships. Learn why it's never too late to start pitching and why it's actually better to wait, where you should start when pitching and how to follow up after the pitch.
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Prioritizing your personal development is the key to a successful life and business. In this episode, we’re talking about the power and freedom that comes with investing in your growth and unlocking your full potential. Life Coach, Karen Williams-Thompson, shares why it’s important to have a holistic personal growth plan, treat yourself with self-compassion during the process, and the importance of building a tribe.
Karen is a transformational Life Coach, Trainer and Speaker who empowers businesses and individuals, especially women, to achieve their goals and live their best life to the fullest. She’s also the founder of Beyond Limits Global Consultancy (BLGC).
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You invested the time and energy to start your podcast and you know your content is amazing, but maybe your number of weekly downloads has plateaued and you're not seeing the growth you hoped for. Listen to this episode to learn the #1 thing that should inform your podcast growth strategy and two of the most effective ways to grow a bigger audience of raving fans.
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Get on the waitlist.
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LinkedIn is often thought of as a platform for corporate professionals but it’s also a great place for entrepreneurs to meet potential clients, collaborators, podcast guests, and referrals. An early adopter of LinkedIn, my guest Yai Vargas, aka the LinkedIn Networking Ninja, helps individuals gain clarity on their personal brand, optimize their profiles, and network with confidence.
Yai is also a diversity, equity and inclusion professional, speaker, author and founder of The Latinista, an organization for Latinas and Women of Color invested in career and leadership development.
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Are you optimizing your powerful podcast to the fullest? Maybe you threw your podcast together and are now realizing there are gaps, or you pivoted your brand and your podcast is feeling misaligned. In this episode, I'm sharing three ways to up level your podcast so that you see the growth and impact you set out to achieve.
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As entrepreneurs, we’re often told to be authentic and show more of ourselves online but, for communities of color becoming more visible can often be triggering. Life Coach for Communities of Color, Maria Javier, is here to break down, the layered challenges communities of color face when amplifying their voices - from the influence of generational narratives, to the historical consequences of not fitting in, to feeling lonely and isolated. We talk about the importance of finding communities that will help you feel seen and tapping into your body to create safety within.
We also talk about
- The value of women of color taking up space and owning their voice
- What it means to give the mic out
- How to integrate feminine/masculine energy to create harmony in how we choose to present ourselves
- How to build inner safety, especially for overthinkers
- Why having whole-me/whole-body consent results in less resistance and more momentum
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You’re an introvert, highly sensitive person (HSP), or empath and you want to amplify your brand in a way that feels good, not anxiety-inducing. Luckily, you have innate superpowers that make you uniquely suited to becoming a podcaster.
This episode is for my fellow, introvert, HSPs, and empaths who want to grow awareness of your brand and foster intimate, meaningful connections with your audience in a way that honors your natural gifts. Let’s dive in!
- Discover which of your superpowers are your biggest asset when it comes to podcasting
- Explore how to leverage your superpowers to create intimate, genuine connections with your audience
- Learn how to create a podcast that honors your energy and feels really good
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Today’s customer is looking for meaningful and memorable connections with the people they choose to work with. That’s why it’s important to create a brand that is personable, authentic, and relatable. In this episode, Vanessa Castillo, Creative & Spiritual Entrepreneur and Founder of VCV Agency, shares her approach to humanizing brands. She gives tips for how we can drop the mask and celebrate our humanity to gain the trust of soul-aligned clients.
We also talk about
- How Vanessa’s experience as a documentarian & videographer helps her see beyond the surface level
- Why it’s important to show the person behind the brand
- How to balance sharing yourself in a way that feels good and not like an awkward overshare
- The importance of creating alignment between ourselves, our business, and our online presence
- How to attract clients you’d want to have coffee with
- Tips for fostering community
Vanessa Castillo is the founder of Various Creative Visionaries aka VCV Agency, a female-led creative collective that specializes in helping businesses expand their brand awareness and online presence by humanizing brands and building community. She’s also the founder of The Rich Girl Mindset; a women’s empowerment platform aimed at helping women step out of their comfort zone and into their purpose zone.
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This episode is all about one of my FAVORITE topics – storytelling. I could talk about storytelling all day with my fabulous guest, Author, Writing Coach, and OG Podcaster, Vicky Quinn Fraser. In this episode, she shares why tiny stories matter just as much as epic stories, how to create stories that people actually connect to, how telling your story will help you stand out online and reach the right people, the importance of letting go of the idea of the “perfect first draft” and so much more!
We also talk about
- Where Vicky’s love of storytelling began
- Why we need more stories from people who are just living their everyday lives
- How nuance in stories helps us see the humanity in others and ourselves
- 3 ways we can tap into own stories
- The power of storytelling to connect and the importance of representation
- How to use storytelling if you hate sales
- Why the stories we tell ourselves are just as important as the stories we tell others
Vicky Quinn Fraser is the founder of Moxie Books and author of How The Hell Do You Write A Book? and Business For Superheroes. Since 2012, Vicky Quinn Fraser, has been helping people outside the mainstream write successful non-fiction books—not just on business, but on a wild, wonderful, and wacky range of topics.
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You took the time to create a purposeful and aligned podcast that will call in your dream listeners. Now it’s time to launch your podcast to the world. In this episode, Kristin gives tips for creating a successful launch and connecting your show with the right people, promotional strategies, and ways to measure the success of your launch.
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Time is the most precious commodity we have, yet it can feel like we never have enough of it, especially as busy entrepreneurs. Today’s guest, Mahnaz Sharif, Strategic Business Architect, believes every entrepreneur should have a joyful business and work less and she’s here to tell us how to do it. In this episode, Mahnaz gives productivity and efficiency tips, identifies common time leaks, and ways to gain back our most precious resources - time and energy.
We also talk about
- The importance of having a roadmap that aligns with your vision
- Why you need to get clear on what success looks like for you
- How to use your time more intentionally to feel more empowered
- How to get out of the social media rabbit-hole and be more productive
- The danger of ‘shoulds’ to your time and energy
- Tips for feeling less ‘busy’ and more productive
- Why having control over our time helps us have a bigger impact
Mahnaz Sharif is dedicated to helping soul-led fempreneurs create balance and experience empowerment as successful CEOs. She uses her problem-solving and analytical skills, along with her passion for productivity and efficiency to help her clients save time, soar their productivity, and feel empowered to grow their dream business strategically – without compromising on time or values.
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For Kristin, having podcast seasons helps her honor her work style and creativity. Tune in for a behind the scenes look at how Kristin plans and produces each season, how she creates buzz during the off-season, and how its impacted the growth of her podcast.
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Want to achieve success in your business without the hustle? In this episode, Intuitive Success Coach, Nadia Gargallo, breaks down the characteristics of feminine and masculine energies, why both are necessary, and tools for cultivating harmony between the two so you can achieve balance and thrive in your life and business.
We also talk about
- Misconceptions around feminine and masculine energy
- Why our society is so imbalanced
- Why it can be especially hard for women to be in feminine energy
- The importance of prioritizing pleasure and receiving
- How tapping into our feminine and masculine energy helps us as entrepreneurs
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We can all get stuck in wishing-on-a-star mode when there’s something we REALLY want. But it’s actually the worst approach we can take. Listen to this episode to learn what it does to your mindset when you wish for something, how to shift your identity, overcome mindset blocks, and reclaim your power so that can start your podcast!
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Having a holistic understanding of the financial health and outlook of your business is critical to reaching your fullest profitability potential. Leslie Taylor, Chief Profitability Strategist, is here to talk about how she helps entrepreneurs gain the control and clarity required to scale and grow their businesses long term. Listen to this episode to learn how to have better conversations around your business finances, hire the right support, and common ways businesses miss out on achieving their full profitability.
We also talk about
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How she went from a chemical engineer to a small business profitability strategist
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Why mindset & vision are important to knowing where you want to go
- Why it’s important to be specific about the support you need in your business
- Questions you should be asking about how your business operates
- One strategy to help increase cash flow
Leslie Taylor is Chief Profitability Strategist of Leslie Taylor and Associates. Her firm helps service provider entrepreneurs manage help entrepreneurs understand the health and profitability of their businesses, educates and equips them with strategy, and the structures they need to view their companies through a CEO lens enabling them to maximize profits and streamline how they do what they do every day.
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On this episode, I’m sharing the three common mistakes I see newbie podcasters make - from investing in the wrong equipment, to ignoring this key foundational element, to not focusing on the one thing that will set your podcast apart.
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At the beginning of this year, I began incorporating breathwork into my daily routine and I love it so much that I had to have certified breathwork teacher and healer, Ana Lilia, on the show. In this episode, she breaks down this simple yet effective and efficient tool for calming, healing, and transformation. We talk about how breathwork can help you feel more connected to yourself, set healthy boundaries, gain the confidence to make life-changing decisions, and heal past traumas.
We also talk about
-How Ana Lilia found her gift healing through breathwork
-Where people new to breathwork should start
-How she guides her classes and incorporates her clairvoyant gift
-The transformations she’s seen in her clients
-A simple breathing technique that anyone can do when they want to feel grounded
Ana Lilia is a certified breathwork teacher and healer who leads thousands of people to intimately connect with their breath as a pathway for transformation. Ana channels her intuition and seamlessly blends active breathwork, intuitive guidance, and curated music to create personalized and healing journeys.
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When inviting guests on to your show or vetting requests, it’s important to make sure there’s a real connection and that it feels like a good fit you, your guest and your audience. In this episode, I’m sharing tips for assessing if your potential your guest is in sync with your mission and if they will offer the right value to your listeners, + three ways to consistently land dream guests.
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It’s the “everything you ever wanted to know about email” episode! As entrepreneurs, we’re looking to connect with and cultivate clients, but it can feel like our message is getting lost in the noisy online space. Luckily, email marketing offers a more personal way to build an intimate relationship with your community virtually.
In this episode, Email Copywriter and Strategist, Joanne Homestead, shares her best tips for leveraging email marketing to grow your business. She talks about how to grow your email list, craft emails that feel one-to-one and personal, how to naturally segue from your story to the ask, and so much more.
We also talk about
- How Joanne discovered her love for email marketing
- The best ways to grow your email list
- Breakdown of the 3 parts of an email newsletter + tips for writing a really great email
- The importance of your welcome sequence and what you should include
- The average open rate for an email and welcome sequence
- A common missed opportunity to sell your products/services
- How not to spam your email list, especially around a launch
- How to find the right email service provider
- Questions to ask when hiring an email copywriter
Joanne Homestead is an email copywriter and strategist for passionate and growing women entrepreneurs and coaches in wellness, well-being, and mindset. She’s crafts connection-driven copy that deeply resonates with your ideal audience. She’s about genuinely connecting and converting your ideal leads into happy paying clients using the power of email strategery, genuine copy, and most importantly, storytelling.
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You want a podcast but you don’t want it to be just another to-do on your list that feels overwhelming. You want it to be easy and fun. I hear you. That’s why, in this episode, I’m sharing three ways to podcast with ease, including how to be in the flow, create the least resistance, bring in the joy, and grow during the process.
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If you want to build a successful and sustainable business, hiring support is essential for your growth and sanity. On today’s show, I’m talking with Online Business Manager and Systems Expert, Sneha Morjaria about how and when to hire someone to handle the day-to-day operations of your business - from your team to your systems – so that you can focus on what you do best, supporting your clients.
We also talk about
- The difference between a Virtual Assistant and an Online Business Manager (OBM)
- How to know when you’re ready to hire an OBM
- What questions to ask when hiring hire an OBM
- Red flags when hiring an OBM (the answer might surprise you!)
- Why you want your OBM to have good boundaries
- Ways that entrepreneurs can create efficiencies in their businesses
- Why it’s important to document everything you do
Sneha (snay-ha) is a premium Online Business Manager and Systems expert (and INFJ) with over 13 years experience based in the United Kingdom. Alongside her small team of experts, she works with impact driven business owners who want to build a sustainable and thriving business without having to sacrifice their sanity by providing a fresh perspective on how to do things.
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We start podcasts because we want to attract our soul-listeners, people that get us and our message. In this episode, I’m sharing what will get the right listeners excited about your show, ways to get them hooked and coming back for more, and the energy that gets listeners to vibe with you and lean all the way in.
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Today we have a special guest on the show, Business Strategist & Mindset coach for ambitious introverts, Emma-Louise Parkes. Emma-Louise was my coach in 2021 and during our time working together, she introduced energy clearing into her coaching. My experience had such a profound effect on me that I knew I had to have her on the show to share more about energy work and its impact.
In this episode, Emma-Louise shares how she first realized energy healing work, breaks down the principles behind energy clearing, and the massive impact it’s had on her clients.
We also talk about
- Common myths about introverts and success
- Why it’s so important to create a business where you can show up as yourself
- How to be in integrity with your values in your business
- How energy gets ‘stuck’ and the process for clearing it
- What are energy codes, where they come from, and how they work
- The benefits of sitting in discomfort
- Why it’s important to feel safe when doing energy clearing
Emma-Louise is a Business Strategist & Mindset coach for ambitious introverts, empaths & highly sensitive entrepreneurs, & host of The Ambitious Introvert™ Podcast. She works with entrepreneurs to help them grow & scale successful, sustainable online businesses.
With 10+ years experience she has personally coached over 100 individuals. She is a strategic life coach, trained facilitator, NLP master practitioner & holds accreditations in EFT/TFT & the Law of Attraction.
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This is the #1 question I’m asked about podcasting. So, on this episode I wanted to talk about the variables that influence how much time having a podcast will take you, time-saving hacks to create an efficient process, why batch working is your best friend, and how to maximize your podcast content.
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As entrepreneurs, we pour a lot of time, energy, ourselves, into our businesses so it’s important that we protect what we’ve built. In this episode, we’re talking with Business & Trademark Attorney, Taylor M. Tieman, Esq. about the three areas you want to focus on when protecting your business, the types of things that business owners can DIY and when they should hire a legal professional, how to avoid costly and stressful payment disputes, and more.
We also talk about
- Common legal problems that online business owners encounter
- Business best practices as your business grows
- When you should look into trademarking your brand and how long it takes
- What to look for when hiring an attorney to help you with your LLC
- Taylor’s test for whether you should repurpose a contract
- What you always want to put in writing
Taylor M. Tieman, Esq.’s legal career began in consumer protection for law firms in Los Angeles, but she found that on her own, she could better serve new, first time, and small business owners and entrepreneurs by sharing the legal knowledge she accumulated litigating against big businesses. She specifically loves counseling and supporting Latinx-owned businesses by sharing her own experiences as a fellow Latina business owner.
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Everyone wants to know, how do I make money with a podcast? Podcasting is not a make-money-overnight game, but you can and should be thinking about how you can monetize this powerful tool in your marketing toolbox. In this episode, I’m sharing why business owners are uniquely positioned to make money with a podcast, what people really buy, and the importance of building trust to make sales.
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Freedom is a big driver for many entrepreneurs, but when growing a business we can feel bogged down by our daily to-do list (something we didn’t intentionally sign up for). However, some of those day-to-day tasks can be streamlined with the right systems in place, giving us more freedom and space.
In this episode, Taylor Dru, a Systems Specialist and the CEO of Systems Guru, talks about how she helps entrepreneurs create amazing client experiences while saving them time and frustration with systems & tools that are work for them. Listen for tips on why it’s important to streamline your workflow, how to identify gaps in your process, the two things you should focus on before automation, + more.
We also talk about
- The five phases of the client process
- What’s a CRM and things to think about when choosing one
- Taylor’s favorite business management tool and why
- At which stage in your business you should invest in systems support
- Why it’s important to be clear on what your process is before you bring on other people
- Misconceptions about what a virtual assistant can and should do for you
Taylor Dru is a Systems Specialist, Speaker and the CEO of Systems Guru, based in Atlanta, GA. She leads her Systems Consultancy with the mission to equip service-based female entrepreneurs with confidence and the necessary tools to leverage systems that bring freedom and peace. She is passionate about transforming mindsets of overwhelmed CEOs and creating sustainable systems that provide luxury client experiences. When she's not building out CRM tools or hosting masterclasses for clients, you can find her binge-watching a juicy reality show with a tall glass of Prosecco!
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It’s the big question every podcaster wants to know: Should I care about downloads and if so, why? Download numbers can be a bit confusing and aren’t always the best metric for measuring the success of your podcast. In this episode, I’m demystifying downloads and sharing what downloads are good for and what they’re not good at telling you about your podcast, more meaningful ways to measure the success of your podcast, and how I view my download numbers.
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Consistency and action are at the heart of Strategic Life & Business Coach Wendy Amara’s approach to helping women achieve their biggest goals. In this episode, we talk about some of the many tools she uses to help her clients, including manifesting goals by tapping into the wisdom of their future selves, ways to overcome mind drama and negative self-talk, tips for managing stimulus and taking care of our nervous system, and more. It’s a jam-packed episode that you don’t want to miss!
We also talk about
- How she went from non-profit path to personal development path and owning her own business
- How she manages her mental health while running a successful business
- The art of declaring your goals
- The two ways our brains get in the way of our success and how to overcome them
- An easy technique for calming your nervous system
- Why you should keep track of all your failures
- Why community is critical to your success
Wendy Amara is a highly accomplished transformational Strategy Coach, Speaker, Trainer, and Best-Selling Author. She has coached thousands of individuals over the past 15 years into achieving powerful goals for their lives. Her results oriented, no holding back approach, opens up new possibilities for her clients and has them stay accountable to produce extraordinary results. She has coached many prominent individuals including numerous CEO’s of large companies and high positioned appointed and elected officials.
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We’re all creative beings! Creativity looks different for everyone. For some, it's being artistic - painting, dancing, singing. For others, it's problem solving, inventing, challenging the status quo. But sometimes we don't give our creativity the attention it deserves - the freedom to play and nurtured.
In this episode, I talk about how to build your creativity muscle by prioritizing creativity for creativity’s sake, noticing and capturing your brilliant ideas, paying attention to the places & things that inspire you most, and more.
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Jannese Torres-Rodriguez, Latina Money Expert, Business Coach, and host of the Yo Quiero Dinero™ podcast, started out as a blogger, growing her Latin food blog, "Delish D’Lites, into a six-figure business. Today, she’s here to share her journey as a blogger and her best tips and advice for building a blog that can earn you passive income. Listen to this episode to learn the mindset you need to create a profitable blog, where you should focus when starting a blog, and how long it typically takes before you’ll start to see profits.
We also talk about
- How blogging has evolved
- Why it’s still one of the best platforms for content creators
- How showing up as her authentic self has been the key to her success
- The importance of representation in the blogging space
- Why it’s important to know when to seek help
Jannese Torres-Rodriguez is a nationally-acclaimed Latina Money Expert, Speaker and Business Coach. After an unexpected job loss, she became an accidental entrepreneur which led her to create a six-figure Latin food blog, "Delish D’Lites". Now, she helps her clients and listeners build successful online businesses that allow them to pursue financial independence and freedom.
Jannese is on a mission to educate marginalized communities on topics like entrepreneurship, investing and building generational wealth through her award winning, personal finance podcast “Yo Quiero Dinero™ which has received a Plutus Award, and she’s also been featured on Telemundo, NPR, BuzzFeed, Business Insider and more.
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We’re back for a second season! We’ve got new graphics, new guests, interesting topics…I know you’re going to love it! For this episode, I wanted to break down how the podcast has evolved from season one, reaffirm my mission behind the podcast, share some of the exciting topics we’ll be covering this season, + the new day/time to expect episodes to drop.
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Kristin's wrapping up the year and season one by sharing some of her favorite guests/conversations, which solo episodes she enjoyed recording the most, and what to expect in season two. Happy New Year! Learn More
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Whether virtual or in-person, events are a great way to connect and reconnect with others. But how do you create experiences (in person or virtual) that guests don’t want to leave and can’t stop talking about? On this episode, Jacqueline Broadus, Founder and CEO of Perfectly Elegant Designs, shares her tips for curating events that inspire and delight guests and ensure that people feel truly connected, like family, and leave better than they came.
Jacqueline Broadus has a degree in fashion merchandizing and had a career in law enforcement before founding Perfectly Elegant Designs where she is the principal event planner and design creative.
We also talk about…
- How her 20 years in law enforcement informs her role as an event planning/business owner.
- How COVID has forced her to tap into her creativity and think outside the box.
- How to tap into your uniqueness to set your event apart.
- Her gift for incorporating “How did you know?” touches for her clients.
- How to combine IRL touches to elevate virtual events.
- Why it’s important to pay attention to what lights people up.
Resources
Website: perfectlyelegantdesigns.com
Facebook: @perfectlyelegantdesigns
Instagram: @perfectlyelegantdesigns
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You’ve set up your podcast, but now you need guests. If you're wondering where to look for guests and how to reach out, on this episode, Kristin gives her top 3 ways to find fantastic guests that lead to great conversations and tons of downloads.
Also on the show...
- Why not to be nervous about reaching out to total strangers.
- The mindset that will help you when reaching out to potential guests.
- The #1 reason most people say ‘no’ and why you shouldn’t take it personally.
- How to reach out to potential guests in a genuine way.
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When the pandemic hit, Aroma Therapy Specialist and Connection Coach Georgia Mulliss, knew that she needed to build her clientele differently. So she threw herself into learning everything she could about online networking and quickly discovered that she had a special gift for creating authentic, meaningful connections. Now, she’s a Connection Coach who runs the Freedom Fridays networking group and teaches others the art of ‘ick-free’ networking. Whether you’re attending or hosting virtual networking events, listen to this episode to learn how to create lasting connections that lead to referrals, networking etiquette tips, and how to create inclusive spaces.
We also talk about
- How Georgia discovered networking came naturally to her.
- Why paid vs free doesn’t indicate quality of networking group.
- How to find the right networking space that fits your goals and budget.
- Tips for creating high value networking events.
- How to prepare for the networking event.
- How to create meaningful connections during networking events.
- How to graciously cut someone off who is taking up too much time.
- How to come away from a networking event with invitations.
- Ways to follow up with connections in an organic way.
Resources
Facebook: @georgiamulliss
Instagram: @georgia_mulliss_
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgia-mulliss-ickfree/
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Your podcast is a huge asset for growing your business and building brand loyalty. So it’s important that you leverage your podcast to provide value and promote your services. On this episode, Kristin is sharing three strategies to create connections and turn your listeners into loyal customers.
Also on the show…
- What’s next for the podcast as season 1 wraps up.
- When to expect season two to launch.
- How to warm up your listeners and provide value.
- One of the best ways to promote your offers.
- The best call to action you should include on your podcast.
Learn more...
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We all have dreams that we aspire to achieve but often it can be hard pursue what we truly desire in life. On this episode, Transformational Life Coach, Trainer and Speaker, Karen Williams-Thompson, talks about how to gain clarity, cultivate, and say ‘YES!’ to your dreams.
Karen is empowers businesses and individuals; especially women, to achieve their goals and live their best life to the fullest. She’s the founder of Beyond Limits Global Consultancy (BLGC) and creator of her signature programme, Say YESS to your Dreams.
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- A simple yet powerful tool for getting clear on your dreams.
- Why you should aim for big dreams.
- How to make sure you’re pursuing YOUR dream.
- Why your dreams are meant for you.
- How to play full out on your dreams.
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Wondering what a podcast vision is or how it can help you start a podcast? Kristin is breaking down three ways having a podcast vision can give you the clarity you need to create your dream podcast.
Also on the show...
- The tangible results and mindset shifts that having a podcast vision creates.
- How knowing her 'why' helped Kristin create two podcasts that she loves.
- What Kristin's thankful for this year.
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Many entrepreneurs look to scale their offers and help more people by launching a course. But going from a 1-to-1 to one-to-many business model requires planning, strategy, and mindset shifts. Paty Soares, Strategic Consultant who helps coaches build and deliver high-quality group coaching programs, breaks down the different components that make a great course, the difference between coaching and teaching, and how to create a course that teaches to different learning styles.
We also talk about...
- The big mindset shift that has to happen when you go from 1:1 to one to many.
- Where to start when mapping out your course.
- How to break down what you teach.
- How to understand the different ways people learn.
- The difference between what you teach and what you want students to learn.
- What you need to have a successful course launch
Resources
Website: patysoares.com
Instagram: @paty.obm
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paty-soares/
Learning profiles: https://vark-learn.com/introduction-to-vark/the-vark-modalities/
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As a recovering perfectionist, Kristin knows all about how it can prevent many of us from trying things that we aren’t 100% certain we’ll be good at – like a podcast. On this episode, she talks about how she managed her perfectionist tendencies to start her podcast and give tips on how you can too.
Also on the podcast...
How perfectionism has impacted her life.
What’s behind perfectionist behavior.
Why perfectionism is so detrimental to our growth
Why perfectionism can prevent true connection with others.
The one thing she tells herself when she feels the pull of perfectionism.
Why it’s important to embrace imperfections.
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We often describe intuition as a “gut feeling” or an inner knowing. It can feel ‘woo’ but entrepreneur and author, Stacey Ruth, is here to break down how intuition is actually grounded in science. She shares how intuition is an interplay between our conscious and unconscious mind, ways to build our intuitive muscle, and why intuitive business decision making is a huge advantage.
We also talk about
- The difference between instinct, emotional response, and intuition.
- Why so many of us have a hard time trusting our intuition.
- Why intuition is important for innovation.
- Why your intuition is your superpower.
- 3 ways to strengthen the interplay between our unconscious and conscious mind.
- How working intense hours lead to her major intuitive download.
- Why you should start out practicing tuning into your intuition in low-risk situations.
- The importance of making space to listen to your inner knowing.
Resources
Website: staceyruthsays.com
Instagram: @staceyruth_says
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Book: Own Your Own Shift: The Passion, Power & Freedom To Be Unstoppable
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Most people think podcasts are a one-sided conversation. But it doesn’t have to be. Your listeners are already fans, but it’s up to you to give them ways to engage with you outside the podcast. On this episode, Kristin shares three ways to invite your listeners into your community.
Also on the show
- The path from podcast to your social platforms and email list.
- Effective ways to invite your listeners into your community.
- How to spark inspiration for your listeners.
- How to provide value for listeners every week.
Resources
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Establishing a strong financial foundation is crucial for creating a profitable business. However, managing financials can sometimes feel overwhelming and not at all in our zone of genius. Today’s guest, Sandra Morno, Master Tax Strategist and IRS Enrolled Agent, offers simple yet effective ways to analyze and track your business finances, ways to save money through tax benefits that often overlooked, and ways to improve your financial literacy.
For over a decade, Sandra Morno has empowered women of color with service-based businesses by teaching them how to be proactive and level the playing field so they can save on taxes like Netflix and Amazon. She does this by working with them all year long and showing them how to be strategic with money.
We also talk about
- How often you should be reviewing your numbers.
- The opportunities for money that business owners often miss out on.
- Her unconventional tax write-off that impacts the whole family.
- The one thing you can do tomorrow to improve your relationship with money.
- When you should hire an accountant or bookkeeper.
- Strategies for saving money rather than giving it to the IRS.
Resources
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Choosing a show format is one of the first decisions you'll have to make as a podcaster. To help you choose a show format that represents your unique voice, I've rounded up five different podcast formats to inspire you and get your creative juices flowing.
Also on the show...
- Why you shouldn’t be afraid to experiment with your podcast format.
- Why it’s important to be creative & make a podcast that feels right for you.
- Why there’s no such thing as doing it wrong.
- Why you don’t have to choose just one format.
Resources
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As entrepreneurs, we have BIG money goals. But talking about money can still feel taboo and we can be operating from old beliefs about money that keeps us from achieving financial freedom. On this episode, Money Mindset Coach, Kelsey Chia, debunks common misconceptions around money, shares tips for improving your money mindset, breaks down how to invest your money, and how women can take control of growing their wealth.
We also talk about
- Why you should never “charge what you’re worth”.
- The mindset shifts you need to make to hire your first client.
- The energy you should have around selling that will influence your sales.
- Why you have to be thinking from the place you want to be before you’re actually there.
- When to start investing your money and how to set priorities for investing goals.
- The smart way to build your portfolio and wealth.
Resources
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If you’ve been thinking about starting a podcast for months or years and are still struggling to move from the “thinking stage” to taking action, this episode is for you. Today, Kristin (an over-thinker) is sharing the five strategies she used to quiet her mind and start a podcast she loves.
Also on this episode… * The #1 thing that helped Kristin process the resistance and fear she felt around launching a podcast. * How she changed the negative beliefs about what she was capable of. * What she does for at least 5 min. every day to stay in the present moment. * How to use the 40/70 rule to move through analysis paralysis. * The two journal prompts that will help you take action towards your podcasting goal.
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For those of you feeling overwhelmed, trying to juggle all.the.things and craving more balance in your life, this episode is for you. Alisha Carlson is a Non-Diet Lifestyle Coach and founder of The Strong[HER] Way and she’s joined me to talk about how we can prioritize ourselves amidst our busy lives, why we should say ‘no’ to hustle culture, and shares tips for adopting healthier food and fitness habits.
Alisha Carlson works with women using her non-diet approach to food, fitness, and life transformation to help her clients create a healthy and balanced lifestyle without dieting, deprivation, or restriction. She teaches women how to radically love themselves, their bodies, and their lives.
We also talk about
Debunking the myth around achieving balance in your life and what it really means.
Her tough love approach to those who say they don’t have time for themselves.
Why it’s important to set your priorities around your core values.
Why we should give ourselves grace and adjust our expectations during different seasons.
Tools for assessing what’s working for you and what’s not.
The danger of toxic positivity and why we’re meant to feel the full spectrum of emotions.
How we can become more aware of our feelings and the cues our bodies send us.
Resources
Website: https://alishacarlson.com/
Instagram: @alishacarlson_
Facebook: @alishacarlson
Podcast: The Strong[HER]Way
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On this episode, I'm sharing five of my best time-saving hacks for producing your podcast. I'm sharing what I learned from producing my first podcast and how I've streamlined my process to more efficiently produce episodes of the Podcast & Amplify podcast, while providing the same high-quality content.
I also talk about...
- Why podcast length matters.
- How much time you should spend editing.
- The templates and forms that every podcaster needs.
- My bonus tip (it might surprise you!)
Resources
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We're ending our Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month interview series with Visibility Coach and host of The Liberated Latina Podcast, Daisy Lopez. Originally a Clubhouse live chat, Daisy and I discussed why podcasting needs more diverse voices and how women of color can own their voice and amplify their brand through podcasting.
Daisy shares why women of color should turn up the volume on their authentic voice, how to create intimate connections to build brand loyalty, and why it’s important to create safety within yourself as you start to share your voice in a bigger way.
We also talk about
- Where the opportunities lie for diverse voices in podcasting.
- The value and impact of sharing diverse voices.
- Why your nuances, inflections, and sayings are gold.
- Why it’s important to see our stories represented.
- Why it's important to normalize our resistance to sharing our voice.
Resources
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After you’ve landed your guest spot on a podcast, it’s important to make the most of your appearance both during the interview and after the episode goes live. On this episode, Kristin shares her best tips for making the most of your podcast guest appearance to foster new connections and build trust with new audiences.
We also talk about
- What you absolutely need to have when appearing on a podcast.
- The importance of practicing your pitch.
- Special events to time your guest appearance around.
- Ways to promote and create buzz around your episode.
- What you should do before, during, and after your podcast guest appearance.
Resources
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Being a podcast guest is one of the best ways to increase your visibility and grow your audience. But there are some do’s and don’ts when it comes to being a podcast guest. On this episode, Kristin talks about the steps to take before pitching yourself to a podcast, how to ensure that you’re pitching to aligned podcasts and getting in front of the right audiences, how to be confident before every interview, and the importance of bringing the right energy.
I also talk about... How to make sure you’re the right fit for the podcast.
The worst way to try to get on podcast.
The two ways to increase your chances of getting ‘yeses’.
The most important thing to include in your pitch.
How to prepare for your interview.
How to share your offer organically.
Resources
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We’re diving deep and talking about a topic that can sometimes feel taboo – trauma. Whether big “T” or little “t” trauma, addressing these experiences is essential to leading an empowered life. On this episode, Bri Mosquera, former MSW therapist turned Empowerment Coach, breaks down trauma and offers strategies for healing. We talk about the different types of traumas, how the brain processes trauma, how past trauma can impact our lives, and how we can move forward and thrive.
We also talk about
Why we need to normalize talking about trauma, especially in communities of color.
How being an entrepreneur can bring up past trauma and beliefs about ourselves.
What happens to our body when we're triggered by our trauma.
How we can let ourselves know we’re safe and reprogram our beliefs and actions.
How we can become addicted to our behaviors and ways to choose new beliefs.
The one question you can ask yourself to change your beliefs.
How to hold space for yourself and feelings.
Resources
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We all face imposter syndrome at some point, but it’s important not to let self-doubt and limiting beliefs prevent us from reaching our goals.
My guest, Erica Hernandez, is here to talk about how she overcame imposter syndrome, her process for letting go of limiting beliefs, the number one belief everyone should adopt, and the power of changing the narrative. As a first generation, Mexican-American, Erica shares how she went from believing those who told her that her dream of being a performer was silly and out of reach to owning it and becoming an entertainer, podcast host, and creativity mindset coach. Now, she’s on a mission to help more First Gen and immigrant descendants, like herself, confidently own their creative identity and monetize their dreams.
We also talk about...
The conditioning we experience and how it distorts our view of ourselves, especially people of color.
How to get your subconscious to work for you and not against you.
How to create a narrative for yourself that serves you.
The power of releasing beliefs that aren’t meant for you.
The importance of proving yourself right.
How to navigate the ups and down of working through limiting beliefs.
Resources
Instagram: @thee_erica_hernandez
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This episode is a follow up to last week's show where I talked about how to be a great interviewer. Because, of course, part of being a great interviewer is asking the right questions! On this episode, I'm breaking down my process for writing questions that create interesting, informative conversations that keep listeners coming back for more.
Also on this episode...
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Tips for researching.
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The importance of keep your listeners top of mind.
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The method I use for keeping your listeners engaged throughout the interview.
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Why question writing is a both an art and a science.
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Facing obstacles and overcoming challenges is a big part of being an entrepreneur. That’s why building our self-advocacy muscle is so important to the success of our business.
Latina Success Coach, Carla Santamaria, a first-generation immigrant and founder of Coached by Carla, talks about why we can sometimes feel uncomfortable championing ourselves, how we can stand up for ourselves in a way that's aligned with our values, her role models for and experience with advocating for what’s right, and her top three tips for becoming your own best advocate in business.
What we'll talk about...
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What typically holds us back from advocating for ourselves.
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Why self-advocacy is an act of self-love.
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How to reframe ‘dead ends’ as opportunities.
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The action she took when she realized that she was being underpaid.
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The importance of keeping your ‘why’ front and center.
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The responsibility of honoring the courageous women who came before us.
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Carla Santamaria, Founder of Coached by Carla
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The role of interviewer can feel like a big responsibility but, it’s a skill that anyone can learn. After recording dozens of interviews, I've honed in on eight tips and techniques for having great interviews with your guests. Listen to today's show to learn how to guide the conversation, bring out the best in your guest, and create valuable content for your listeners.
Also on this episode...
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The key to having compelling conversations.
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How to bring out the best in your guests.
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How to research so that the questions practically right themselves.
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The importance of bringing the right energy to the interview.
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Denise Vernieri, a mom of three kids and former school teacher, talks about how she turned her side-hustle into a multi-6 figure business. As a business coach, she helps her clients scale their businesses quickly following her anti-hustle approach. On this episode, Denise shares how to manage your time, prioritize your side-hustle, and the powerful mindset shifts you need to succeed.
We also talk about
- Why it’s important to appreciate your full-time job while building your side hustle.
- How she defied industry norms that said she couldn’t make money.
- Debunking myths around how hard you have to work in your business.
- Tips for managing your time and taking intentional action.
- The importance of avoiding burn out so you don’t quit on your business too soon.
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Denise Vernieri, Founder of Denise Vernieri Coaching
Website: denisevernieri.com | Instagram: @denisevernieri
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How can you create a recording space that will help you produce a professional sounding podcast when you’re not in a studio? Whether you’re recording in your home office, at your dining table, or maybe even your closet, follow these tips for creating the best environment for recording your podcast.
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As an entrepreneur, if you’ve pivoted, niched down, or grown your business from solopreneur to a team, your messaging may no longer be representing your business. On this episode, Tiffany Atkinson, Brand Coach/Strategist, talks about how to own your evolution, regain clarity on your message, and how to move forward with confidence.
We also talk about:
- How to embrace your evolution.
- Why sitting down and writing a vision for your life and business is so important.
- The questions to ask yourself to get unstuck.
- Game-changing advice for attracting your dream clients.
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Tiffany Atkinson, Founder of Tiffany Atkinson Consulting
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Can you talk about a topic endlessly? Do you love talking to and connecting with others? Do you like being the center of attention? What ever your personality/strengths, there’s a podcast format that’s right for you. On this episode, Kristin Quiroz Bayona is sharing the four most common podcast formats you should consider when creating your podcast.
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It can be scary to show up fully and unapologetically, just as you are in your business. Yet it's the key to growing a successful business aligned with your values. On today’s show, Melanie Rodriguez, PhD, Founder of Elevate Latinas and a Leadership Coach with over 17 years of experience, is sharing strategies for owning your voice and showing up 100% authentically you and inspiring others to do the same.
WE ALSO TALK ABOUT * How you can inspire others by owning who you are. * Why it’s important to define your non-negotiables. * Authenticity is about your value set and how to get in touch with that. * Exercises for tapping into your authentic voice. * Why it’s important to have a clear message.
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You can’t be everything to everyone. The more specific you are about who your audience is and how you can help them, the easier it will be to create a show that resonates with your ideal listeners and customers. That’s why it’s all about discovering your niche! Listen to this show to hear Kristin share four ways to discover your podcast niche and attract loyal listeners.
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Kristin Quiroz Bayona speaks with entrepreneur and copy writer, Kendall Cherry, about how to write compelling stories that highlight your authentic voice and connect with your ideal audience.
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Guest: Kendall Cherry, Founder + Creative Director at The Candid Collection
Podcast: The Candid Kendall Podcast
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A few common misconceptions about podcasters is that you need to have a big personality, be someone who loves the spotlight, and have tons of public speaking experience. As an introvert and someone who doesn’t relish the spotlight, Kristin is proof that none of those traits are necessary for having a successful podcast. In fact, podcasting is the perfect medium where introverts really shine!
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If you’ve been thinking about starting a podcast but you’re not sure it’s the right time. Kristin shares the four reasons why NOW is the best time to get in on the podcast game and grow your brand.
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Starting a podcast helped Kristin gain the confidence to share her voice and own her space. It can do the same for you. Listen to this episode to discover the 4 ways that podcasting can change your life and business.
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Kristin Quiroz Bayona, Executive Producer/Podcast Host and Course Creator, talks about why she started the Podcast & Amplify podcast. Why she loves podcasting, why it’s an important asset for your business, and her mission to amplify diverse voices. On the Podcast & Amplify podcast, Kristin shares tips for creating a podcast that will help grow your online business and interviews successful entrepreneurs for their very best business advice.
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