I can’t believe it! This is my 200th podcast episode. It is my joy to interview amazing people each week who share my philosophy and values about business. I really do believe that before you actually do any business together it is so important to make others feel special, and show that you care. In this milestone episode I’m shaking it up! Instead of the usual format I’m going to take a trip down memory lane and share some highlights with you. I talk about 3 of my favorite episodes and mention ...
Apr 04, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 200
Diane Helbig is a business advisor and trainer, award-winning speaker and author, and podcast host. She serves small business owners and professionals who want to realize better outcomes and greater happiness. Diane likes to say her superpower is being a pragmatic possibilities thinker. In our conversation Diane and I delve into her process of working with business owners. She understands the best ideas are the ones the client will embrace, and she has the uncanny ability to help bring those to ...
Mar 28, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 199
Lisa Stambaugh knows words. She began her career in engineering, then IT – because it was thought writing was not a very lucrative career. Madness! Now into her third act, she helps time-crunched solopreneurs bake up a buffet of sweet stories that make Much Ado About YOU! Our conversation covered some great stories about spelling and grammar (yes there are such) and why words matter. Lisa is delightful and her newsletters are filled with lessons to learn, as well as being entertaining. I highly ...
Mar 21, 2023•41 min•Season 1Ep. 198
With Encore Empire and its founders, Deidre Harter & Carmen Reed-Gilikson, you get a double whammy! They have combined their two areas of expertise and years of wisdom as entrepreneurs to create a uniquely holistic approach to launching and growing businesses. In this episode we talk about some of the ways they work with 40+ female entrepreneurs to help them increase bottom line profits in their online businesses consistently and holistically by leveraging their past experience, honoring the...
Mar 14, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 197
Today's guest is Mary Ann Pruitt, CEO and President of Mosaic Media. Mary Ann is an expert in media buying and creative strategy, and she has a wealth of experience in media strategy. During the interview, she shares her marketing wisdom and discusses how the industry is evolving in the current media climate. In this episode you will learn: Figuring out who and where your target audience is in a strategic way. We have more opportunities now to reach our audience. How to target younger generation...
Mar 07, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 196
Lisa has created the “good life” for herself and others by working less and making more money. She works with business owners and team leaders that have created a J O B for themselves. We talk about her unique 3- step system for breaking out and becoming a conscious leader in your community and organization. You can find Lisa at: Her website: r2rlife.com Or by email : lisacouturier2@gmail.com In this episode you will learn: Lisa’s passion about guiding and supporting people on building relations...
Feb 28, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 195
Laura Fravel has travelled the world, in her 20 years in television and media with National Geographic and NBC, and told many a story! She has truly seen the power ONE person’s story can have on the world – IF we know how to tell it. I first met Laura on LinkedIn and was enthralled with her content style, and topics. She speaks from her heart, and is so relatable. We talk about her current work helping transform experts into influential thought leaders so they can create their greatest impact ye...
Feb 21, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 194
Whitney Kobrin is passionate about helping women love themselves and find lasting love. She believes you must love yourself first. Her transformational “Mindful, Embodied Woman” program improves your overall well-being by addressing your whole self: mental, emotional, physical, AND spiritual. Her background in psychology, recruiting, matchmaking and coaching serves her well in her own business, Heart Hunters Love Coaching. We talk about her philosophy on communication and personality types and h...
Feb 14, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 193
Interviewing Brynne Tillman was such an honor. For over a decade she has been teaching entrepreneurs, sales teams and business leaders how to leverage LinkedIn for social selling. She was one of my first mentors in this field. We both believe in the power of building relationships first, and she shares some of the ways she builds rapport, and when to ask direct questions in your messages. We talk about content engagement for the non-writer, how to categorize your connections, and how to effectiv...
Feb 07, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 192
My guest today believes writing coaches and editors can make a difference by publishing unique stories and standing out in a crowded field. An-Ly Tampere lives in Singapore, and serves globally. She is a business coach for writing coaches - helping them network their expertise, build connections and create their place in the industry. As a writer, trained book coach, and business owner, she understands as no one else, the particular challenges writing coaches have been facing. She teaches them h...
Jan 31, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 191
My guest, Allyson Chavez, is a prosperity & success coach for ambitious women. We discuss how to have amazing results with ease, without hustle or grind, and no more pushing! Allyson believes that women are natural receivers - they should receive every day, fill their cup first, and then we can serve others. Allyson believes that challenge is necessary on your success journey—but the struggle isn’t! Her mission is to end the struggle and bring joy to the lives of millions of women around the...
Jan 24, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 190
Through this thought-provoking book The Middle Ground author Glenn Sandifer explores how the dynamics of a demanding business world can influence your romantic relationships. We discuss how consistent themes regarding professional development and success can conflict with successful relationships. Glenn is passionate about this topic and helping busy professionals today to find balance between their career and personal life … to find the middle ground. Learn more about Glenn at: https://www.glen...
Jan 17, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 189
Kathy McAfee is an executive coach, mentor and multiple book author - known as America's Marketing Motivator. She has built a huge network of clients over 17 years in business, through her purpose-driven work and creating real relationships. Today, Kathy’s work is aimed at helping women and people of color to be culturally aware, be competent, and overcome barriers to leadership. Kathy’s quote: “Networking is more than an event or activity. It's a strategy for a successful life” has really been ...
Jan 10, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 188
It is so refreshing to talk to young creative entrepreneurs – and today’s guest, Lucy Bedewi, definitely fits that bill. Lucy is the founder and CEO of My Write Hand Woman , a copywriting business she started during the pandemic when she was only 22. She is brilliant, unique, and has a wonderful sense of humor. She encourages her clients to embrace bold moves, and works with them to make their web copy sparkle – and more importantly, speak to the soul of their ideal client – a talent in which sh...
Jan 03, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 187
“I’m a strategic person” - that’s how Cindy Gersch describes herself, and you’ll likely agree after listening to this episode. Cindy is the founder of NEU Marketing Group, an award -winning marketing firm. She also founded the Facebook Group, Supporting Small and Local Businesses Everywhere , which has grown to more than 20,000 members. That in itself is a huge feat. In this episode we discuss: How networking is the secret to success in business How Cindy built her Facebook Group to 20,000+ memb...
Dec 27, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 186
The award-winning bestselling author - serial entrepreneur - media trainer - creator of the Spoken Author method - and founder of Same Page Publishing, Aurora Winter is back. This time we dig into her best-selling book Marketing Fastrack, now in its 2nd edition. She is filled with marketing gems to help you turn your words into wealth. In this episode you will learn: Why every expert, entrepreneur, and leader needs a book Data revealing the surprising 27x value of a story. How to tip every meeti...
Dec 20, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 185
When Joanne & I exchanged stories on LinkedIn from our past we became instant friends. Then when I started to learn more about her, I knew she had to be on my podcast. Joanne turned her career as a loyal EA for over 20 years, into a successful business, training executive assistants today, on how they can be the best at their profession. She tells a great story from her first book: Sitting on a File Cabinet, Naked, With a Gun (True Stories of Silicon Valley CEO Assistants) – that’s a must-li...
Dec 13, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 184
Kristine Vowles is the founder and creative designer of the award-winning company The Luxury Look design and home staging firm. In this episode, Kristine and I talk about her passion for real estate and design and of course, business. Before returning to her creative side with this venture, Kristine had truly made her mark and impacted the luxury real estate market on a global scale. I know you will be fascinated with her drive and knowledge. Every project she takes on is designed with intention...
Dec 06, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 183
Every brand has a story, and every brand can utilize that story to attract the right people and build relationships. This week’s guest, Stephanie Nivinskus - CEO of SizzleForce Marketing, helps scaling companies build their story to be noticed and attract more clients on a daily basis. Since 1995, Stephanie has developed and executed brand-building campaigns for companies including Starbucks, The NFL, Quiksilver, and thousands of small businesses. In this episode you will learn: The story brand ...
Nov 29, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 182
Today’s guest, Art Hoffman, is revolutionizing how companies, recruiters and salespeople, find, connect and engage with new potential recruits and clients here on LinkedIn using his trademarked Cold-Click® process. Art is the CEO and founder of IN-Link Advisors, a company that brings real results to businesses by helping them generate a steady stream of qualified leads. I use his service, and it has resulted in more LinkedIn connections, more conversations, and more sales for my business. In thi...
Nov 22, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 181
“Just Keep On Keeping On” This motto has served my guest, Jeri Taylor-Swade, very well – as she navigated all the challenges of having a home-based business. She is an Elite Make-Up Artist and actually a Queen - the First Queen of SeneGence, and its only top-level distributor for 14 years. Jeri is a Direct Sales Expert, Motivational Speaker, and Best-selling Author. She is definitely an inspiration to anyone in this industry. In this episode you will learn: How to keep going through all the ups ...
Nov 08, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 180
Mia Moran supports high-achieving female entrepreneurs who are overwhelmed with their “life” and “wellness” pieces, find their version of balance. She is the host of the PlanSimple podcast, bestselling author of PlanSimple Meals, and creator of the FLOW System. In this episode you will learn: How Mia’s wellness adventure became a full-blown ride during a health crisis, which ultimately led to her business and helping others Mia's experience as a mother and an entrepreneur led her to develop her ...
Nov 01, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 179
This episode is a gift for anyone who cares about relationships. My guests, John & Ana are the co-authors of The Go-Giver Marriage – A Little Story About the 5 Secrets to Lasting Love. John is a co-author of more than 30 books, including the classic 2008 parable The Go-Giver (with Bob Burg). Ana earned her degree in clinical psychology before going on to serve as an educator, therapist, corporate trainer, speaker and coach. The insights about the 5 secrets of successful relationships extend ...
Oct 25, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 178
Do you always feel like you're juggling a million things and never really accomplishing anything? If you're struggling to focus and achieve your goals, this episode with Linda-Ann Stewart will be very valuable. As a vision empowerment strategist, hypnotherapist, speaker and writer, Linda-Ann works with women entrepreneurs and small business owners empowering them to focus, master their mindset and manage their priorities, so they manifest greater prosperity, well-being and freedom. In this episo...
Oct 18, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 177
Kris Ward is a Team Building and Systems Strategist, and the founder of the Win the Hour, Win the Day philosophy. She's creating a movement where your business supports your life instead of consuming it. Kris shares with entrepreneurs and small business owners how to get out of the "rushing" mindset and build their business the right way by implementing her "Win the Hour, Win the Day" philosophy. In this episode you will learn: The difference between growing and scaling a business. The importanc...
Oct 11, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 176
Dr. Lois Sonstegard is an author, speaker, researcher, innovator, and trusted advisor to leaders who are pushing past their boundaries to innovate and change lives. Specifically, she brings clarity to your vision and provides systems and processes that enable you to achieve your results. She has a strong commitment to growth and continuous improvement in her business, for her employees and for the people with whom she works. Dr. Lois believes that building collaborative relationships with people...
Oct 04, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 175
With 20 years of experience as a business coach, Debra specializes in working with professionals in the Arts & Entertainment Industry, Professional Athletes and small business owners who are pursuing their passion as a business across multiple industries. Debra is THE business coach for the non-business-minded business owner. Beyond her business savvy, Debra helps businesses maximize the value from their platform and audience to become mission-driven influencers in their market and make thei...
Sep 27, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 174
“The single, most effective way to sell anything to anyone in 2022 is to be a problem finder and a problem solver, NOT a product pusher.” For Jeremy Miner, the embodiment of this philosophy has made him one the wealthiest sales professionals in the world. From being a top 50 producer in the direct sales industry to earning multiple 7-figures as a commission-only salesperson …he knows how to sell! Jeremy Miner is helping companies close more sales in less time by learning how to communicate to to...
Sep 20, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 173
Andy Buyting has a unique sales and marketing strategy that is extremely successful. He calls it “SMarketing”. Andy helps businesses all over North America using this integrated strategy. He is a two-time international bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and strategic advisor. He’s ready to help you fuel your revenue growth through easy and effective marketing that works. AND … he’s very entertaining. In this episode you will learn: What it means to “Become the Yellow Tulip in the Sea of Re...
Sep 13, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 172
Michael Goldberg has helped thousands of business owners including financial advisors, insurance agents, and field leaders over the past 20 plus years grow their business through “knockout” networking, referral, and recruiting strategies. His firm Knock Out Networking helps sales producers (like a boxer might do in the ring!) make more and better Knock Out connections. In this episode you will learn: Why boxing is like networking, and networking is like boxing - it's all about the connection. Ne...
Sep 06, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 171
