EP. 86 We all want 10 000 followers on social media. In order to achieve that you need to do ONE thing. Melina shares the secret to gaining followers and building a community online. Customer service first. Product second. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina Twitter: @girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/girlintheverse...
Jul 11, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 86
EP.85 I know you have heard about the Emmys or the Oscars... but have you heard about The Tokens aka NFT Community Awards? Melina chats with producer, writer and editor Antares who shares her journey in web3, cryptocurrency and why she decided to produce a virtual NFT awards show on Twitter Spaces. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina Twitter: @girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/girlintheverse Follow the Tokens Awards: https://twitter.com/TheToken...
Jul 04, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 85
EP.84 Are you letting perfectionism keep you from showing up on social media? Are you afraid to put yourself out there because you think you don’t look or sound perfect? Are you re-recording your IG stories 500 times because you’re terrified it’s not perfect yet? If "YES" then press PLAY! Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/ For NFTs: Twitter: @girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/girlintheverse...
Jun 27, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 84
EP.83 In this week’s episode Melina chats with an artist who found a way to turn her passion into profits. Jessica Wild Child shares how she began painting holders of the Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs. FYI…The cheapest you'll find a Bored Ape NFT on OpenSea marketplace is $420,000. Make art spread love! Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/ For NFTs: Twitter: @girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/gir...
Jun 20, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 83
EP.82 When it comes to trading and finances, women tend to be more cautious than men. Are you a female trader? Melina and a couple of other women are hoping to change that. Join us in this conversation about investing, trading, cryptocurrency and stocks. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/ For NFTs: Twitter: @girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/girlintheverse...
Jun 13, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 82
EP.81 Burnt out? Then this episode is for YOU! The NFT and crypto space is not as easy as it sounds. Listen to my Q&A with ex-CIA Jessica Brodkin. She's the founder behind Mystical Muses NFT. You will learn how to deal with anxiety, limiting beliefs, burn out and healing. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/ For NFTs: Twitter: @girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/girlintheverse Follow Jessi...
Jun 06, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 81
EP.80 Buying all the courses, but you still can't find your purpose? If yes, press play! Let me tell you a secret... you are here to do many things so stop trying to find your ONE thing. The best learning is doing! Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/ For NFTs: Twitter: @girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/girlintheverse...
May 30, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 80
EP.79 What's the main difference between those businesses who drive profits and the ones who fumble and walk quietly back home? Fear. Stop waiting for “perfect” conditions. Where to next Melina? Join me as I dive into the meta. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/ For NFTs: Twitter: @girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/girlintheverse...
May 16, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 79
EP.78 “Play it safe. Just get a degree. Don’t think outside the box. Go get a real job. Most entrepreneurs don’t make it. Forget that crazy dream.” You don’t find your purpose. You come home to who you’ve always been. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/ For NFTs: Twitter: @girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/girlintheverse...
May 09, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 78
EP. 77 Your social media strategy can change the entire landscape of your business. But do you need to grind content every single day? Listen to a deep and insightful conversation among women in web3 hoping to make the space more inclusive for all. Let’s hear from her. Thank you to @BikiniBabezNFT @TheBaussGirlNFT @PINKCATNFT @TheLoftyMom @feminiverse @SmarkleNFT @stronghernft @DollyTown_ Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonext...
May 02, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 77
EP.76 You want to start posting consistently and grow your business on social media but have NO idea what to *actually* post or how to create the types of posts that bring in followers. Your business isn’t about you. Here are 5 things I wish I knew before I started my business. You don't want her life. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/ For NFTs: Twitter: https://twitter.com/girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.whe...
Apr 25, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 76
EP.75 Undaunted: not intimidated or discouraged by difficulty, danger, or disappointment. This conversation with Lori Grace Bailey ran deep and real about NFTs, shooting your shot and being an artist on the blockchain. A lot of gold for those looking at getting into the cryptocurrency space. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/ For NFTs: Twitter: https://twitter.com/girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.wheretonextme...
Apr 18, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 75
EP.74 My boyfriend is blabbing about the metaverse and cryptocurrency for over a year, but I didn’t really pay attention. Nor did I think it would affect me. Or that I’d have a say about what the metaverse could look like for myself as a woman. Listen to Melina’s story on how she got into NFTs and the women trying to change the face of crypto investors. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/ For NFTs: Twitter: http...
Apr 11, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 74
EP.73 Melina answers the number one question “Why lipstick?” She also explains the recent change of the Don't Forget Your Lipstick podcast cover art. Ever heard of an NFT? Melina shares her recent experience in web3 and cryptocurrency. Let’s play! Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/ For NFTs: Twitter: https://twitter.com/girl_intheverse Blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/girlintheverse...
Apr 04, 2022•18 min
EP. 72 Have you been contemplating quitting your 9-5 job? Why I'm not "normal" according to everyone else. This week, I share my story and all the steps I took to transform my side hustle into a full-time business. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/
Nov 29, 2021•20 min•Season 72Ep. 1
EP.71 Do you dread to think about posting anything, especially selfies, on Instagram, because your page would just look weird with your face on it? This week, I share the right tools, poses, and camera settings with your smartphone. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/...
Nov 08, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 71
EP.70 Are you multi passionate? I am too! Welcome aboard the creativity train, friend. This week, I share why having a niche (not a target market) is important for your business and how to find your “thing.” You can’t be liked by everyone so it is important to focus on what you do best and focus on a specific group of people who will likely buy what you offer. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/
Oct 25, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 70
EP69. If you’ve been saying to yourself, “I really want to start my online business, but I’m not ready yet. Maybe next year...” Melina shares a time when she didn’t feel ready — and how the decision to start anyway transformed EVERYTHING. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/...
Oct 11, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 69
EP.68 Does the thought of posting a photo or video of yourself make you anxious? Regularly I see women go through the steps of starting their business, who have never put their faces forward in their businesses because they believe that they should “look” a certain way in order to be successful. Grab my top hacks to get over Instagram anxiety fast. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/...
Sep 13, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 68
EP.67 It’s natural to want others to like and respect us, but worrying too much about thoughts others hold about you could injure your mental health. This week, Melina shares her experience not being liked and why she doesn't let opinions stop her from standing in her way! Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/
Aug 23, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 67
EP.66 Social media has many appealing qualities. You can share & socialise when you choose, and delete or leave out the parts of yourself you don’t like. But for some people interacting online can come with many challenges including being scared to look stupid, making them feel as self-conscious as they would face to face. In today’s episode, I share 3 things I do to shift my mindset and show up anyways. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: ht...
Aug 02, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 66
EP.65 Writing a video script is where most entrepreneurs dip out of the content game… It sounds simple, but it can take hours! UNLESS… you have my video scripting secret that may take up to 5 minutes or less! I also chat about why social media apps like Instagram are favouring video content. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/
Jul 19, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 65
EP.64 A strong marketing plan will connect you with the right customers, get people talking about your company, and get them buying from you! That’s why today, I’m sharing with you the 6 biggest marketing mistakes I’ve seen even the most recognizable brands make. Grab your pen & paper! Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/...
Jul 05, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 64
EP. 63 "Everyone called me crazy..." The business, the clients, the DREAM. Not every entrepreneur's journey looks the same, but I've realized that they're all more alike than you might think. Learn how I went from 0 clients, quitting a book launch one week before to building an online business that works and make more money! Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/...
Jun 14, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 63
EP.62 Is pivoting your business the secret ingredient to success? My honest phone conversation with my biz bestie who has chosen to pivot + what I think any small biz or creative should focus on right now to grow their community. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/...
May 31, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 62
EP.61 There is nothing glamorous about being an entrepreneur. Without hard work and perseverance you will not succeed in the business world. Why focusing on small steps helps us get started. Let's go! Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/...
May 17, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 61
EP. 60 For me, being an entrepreneur means going out there and standing up for what I really believe in. In this episode, learn about my mental breakdown as an entrepreneur and my cry for showing up anyways. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/...
May 03, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 60
EP.59 I thought that planning my life would get me exactly where I want to be… not true. This week I share my experience stepping away from my career to pursue my passion, why failure is my best friend and why you need to show up. Hear me share my story with my friend Samantha Kris. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/...
Apr 19, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 59
EP.58 Society's expectation is to be perfect in every way-to look younger, to make more money, to be happy all the time. Is that what you really want? Idk 'bout you but to put it simply: this is not the life I want. Why you need to get out and start playing NOW!⠀ Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/...
Apr 12, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 58
EP.57 I get asked this question very often: “Why should I put myself out there?” There are 6 reasons why you should be showing your face on social media. The main reason: Personal Branding that will set you apart from the hundreds of thousands of other people online. Follow Melina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wheretonextmelina/ Check out her blog: https://www.wheretonextmelina.com/...
Apr 05, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 57