If you’re a creator who’s navigating this shift in real time, I’d love to hear from you. A colleague and I are quietly working on something designed to support creators like you - people looking to grow beyond the hustle and into something more intentional. 🔗 https://tally.so/r/w2yejL – Tell us where you’re at. No pitch, just listening (for now). In this episode of STARTA, we talk about the ongoing transformation of the creator economy. Contrary to the notion that the creator economy is dead, i...
May 31, 2025•10 min
In this episode of the STARTA podcast, we discover the potential of AI in video editing, the unique strengths of human editors, and the balance between technology and artistry. Join the discussion on how video editors and influencers can adapt and thrive in an AI-driven landscape. Tune in for valuable insights and strategies to stay ahead in the evolving world of video editing. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ↘↘Watch the FREE Streamline Your Video Editing Webinar, and start creating better content...
Jun 13, 2023•30 min
In this episode of the STARTA Podcast, I dive into the secrets and tips on how to become a sought-after video editor for influencers. As the influencer industry continues to thrive, understanding the unique needs and challenges of working with influencers is crucial. We'll discuss essential skills, effective communication strategies, and insider techniques to deliver outstanding video editing that aligns with the influencer's brand and engages their audience. Whether you're a talented YouTube pr...
May 23, 2023•28 min
In this episode of the STARTA podcast I get raw and unfiltered and share the hidden realities of entrepreneurship. Join me as I explore the overwhelming mental labor, juggling countless tasks and ideas, and the constant reassessment of goals to find a balance between exceptionalism and manageability in this demanding journey. Gain insights, discover shared struggles, and embark on a growth-driven path in the pursuit of true entrepreneurship. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ↘↘Watch the FREE Streaml...
May 16, 2023•25 min
In this episode of the STARTA podcast, we explore the topic of outsourcing video editing for entrepreneurs and content creators. We discuss the pros of outsourcing, including time savings, higher quality outcomes, and cost-effectiveness. We also highlight the cons, such as added costs, loss of creative control, and potential miscommunication. We will be covering some valuable tips for making informed decisions, emphasizing clear communication, thorough research, and setting expectations. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬...
May 09, 2023•36 min
In this episode of the STARTA podcast, I explore the importance of respecting an entrepreneur's process. I share my own experiences of feeling frustrated when people don't understand the time and effort it takes to build a business from the ground up. I discuss the dangers of expecting instant success and the value of learning from mistakes along the way. Tune in to learn more about the process of entrepreneurship and how to support the entrepreneurs in your life. New Lyft drivers can earn at le...
May 02, 2023•33 min
In this episode of the STARTA podcast, I discuss a topic that many entrepreneurs can relate to: the fear of being seen trying. I open up about my own struggles with this fear and share how it can impact entrepreneurship. I talk about how I tend to over-plan and avoid trying new things, out of a desire to be seen as intentional in everything I do. However, I've come to realize that this fear can hold me back from reaching my full potential as an entrepreneur. Tune in to hear my journey of overcom...
Apr 25, 2023•13 min
In this episode of STARTA, I share my own experience of changing my mindset about having a day job. As an entrepreneur, I used to view a day job as a hindrance to my goals. However, I learned to reframe my perspective and appreciate the financial stability and skills development a day job provides. Join me as I discuss the benefits of having a day job, how to balance it with your entrepreneurial pursuits, and how to shift your mindset to see it as an asset rather than a liability. New Lyft drive...
Apr 18, 2023•25 min
In this episode of the STARTA podcast, I share my personal experience as a Lyft driver in Toronto and discuss how it has provided me with a valuable secondary income stream as an entrepreneur. I delve into the financial benefits of Lyft driving, including the flexibility to work on my own schedule and the ability to earn extra income during slow business periods. I also discuss some of the challenges and rewards of driving for Lyft, and share some tips for others who may be considering it as a s...
Apr 11, 2023•38 min
↘↘Watch the FREE Streamline Your Video Editing Webinar, and start creating better content, faster, right now → https://bit.ly/streamlinevideotraining 🆓 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ In this episode of the STARTA podcast, I talk to YouTuber Asha Christina about the importance of Influencers having their own online ecosystem in order to have full autonomy across their business and audience. Asha is a Dating Guru, Lifestyle Coach and Motivational Speaker who focusses on personal development, human...
Nov 10, 2022•1 hr 13 min
↘↘Watch the FREE Streamline Your Video Editing Webinar, and start creating better content, faster, right now → https://bit.ly/streamlinevideotraining 🆓 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Have you ever wondered how to prepare for taxes as an entrepreneur? Well I definitely did, and went about the completely wrong way! In this episode of the STARTA podcast, I talk about what I learned about bookkeeping for online entrepreneurs, my call with the CRA (Canada Revenue Agency), and how to properly claim my...
Aug 27, 2022•39 min
↘↘Watch the FREE Streamline Your Video Editing Webinar, and start creating better content, faster, right now → https://bit.ly/streamlinevideotraining 🆓 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ What is “SEO”? It stands for “search engine optimization.” In basic terms, it represents the method(s) involved in increasing your website’s discoverability when folks look up topics associated with your business or niche in Google, Bing, and other search tools. The better discoverability your pages have in search l...
May 06, 2022•40 min
Own without a mortgage or a down payment : https://bit.ly/lifeatkey If you’ve been wondering about just how you can actually get into the real estate market in Toronto, given its recent skyrocketing real estate prices, well then Key may just be the solution you’re looking for! Key is a Canadian real estate tech startup looking to help those struggling to buy a home using traditional methods. They offer a very unique solution via “fractional ownership”, allowing people to become owner-residents f...
Dec 29, 2021•1 hr 13 min
📢 In this episode of the STARTA Entrepreneur Feature series, 5x Board Certified Life & Mindset Coach, Narley Karikari talks to STARTA Founder Jordan Taylor about her missions to liberate women from the personal barriers within their minds. Narley is an IBCP Certified Life & Mindset Coach specializing in hypnotherapy & neuro-linguistic programming based in Toronto, Canada. She specializes in helping millennial women uncover & release the mindset blocks that create procrastination...
Jun 26, 2021•51 min
📢 In this episode of the STARTA podcast, I decided to address the question that faces almost EVERY entrepreneur - should I quit my job and start a business? Today, I’m gonna go through my honest list of fears and concerns around taking the entrepreneurial plunge. I’m also going to talk about how to know when to quit your job and how to actually do what you love. This will be the most vulnerable you have heard me be on the show thus far! I truly hope it will motivate you to quit your job at the ...
Feb 27, 2021•31 min
📢 In this episode of the STARTA Entrepreneur Feature series, Brand Consultant, Voice Actor, and Creative Director Kerry-Ann Wright talks to STARTA Founder Jordan Taylor about the importance of having a purpose or mission in what you do, how to reach more people with your brand or business, and why caring matters! Kerry-Ann (aka Miss Kerr) is not just another pretty face, but a force to be reckoned with. She is a professional dancer trained in various dance styles and an independent model, voice...
Feb 06, 2021•40 min
📢 In this episode of the STARTA Entrepreneur Feature series, YouTuber and Good Girls Gone Boss founder Lyn Allure talks to STARTA Founder Jordan Taylor about how to take action on your business goals and how to truly design, plan, and execute your dream life! Lyn is a content creator who caters to business-minded, millennial women looking to design, plan, and execute their dream life. Her YouTube channel primarily consists of entrepreneurship, financial literacy, self-improvement, and lifestyle...
Jan 31, 2021•1 hr 3 min
📢 In this episode of the STARTA Entrepreneur Feature series, Pitch Better Canada co-founders Adeela Carter & Amoye Henry talk to STARTA Founder Jordan Taylor about the need for entrepreneurial support for women of colour in Canada, as well as how Pitch Better is helping to fill that need! Established in 2019, Pitch Better is a start-up focused on developing and scaling small businesses through market research and capacity building. Pitch Better Canada is the result of a dynamic collaboratio...
Jan 25, 2021•55 min
📢 In this episode of the STARTA Entrepreneur Feature series, event planner Karlena Waugh talks to STARTA Founder Jordan Taylor about the importance of networking, how to use insight data to build and scale a business, as well as her favourite online tools and platforms! Karlena is a millennial entrepreneur who is passionate about community building and collaboration. Recipient of the Top 100 Black Women to Watch in Canada 2020 and Nominated for the Young Women in Business “Favourite Local Wom...
Dec 19, 2020•51 min
📢 In this episode of the STARTA Entrepreneur Feature series, brand strategist Jess Catorc, talks to STARTA Founder Jordan Taylor about how to fuse multiple passions to stand out, the importance of transparency and authenticity, as well as the online business space as a whole! Jess is an award-winning brand strategist that has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and startups expand their reach and revenue online. She’s been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, Inc., The Huffington Post, the ABC telev...
Dec 12, 2020•1 hr 15 min
📢 In this episode of the STARTA Entrepreneur Feature series, silversmith and jewelry artist Jeff Fulkerson talks to STARTA Owner Jordan Taylor about how he has thrived as an instructor online, and how he has used the power of the internet to expand his reach all over the world! Jeff is an award-winning silversmith and jewelry artist who has been creating stunning, imaginative pieces for over forty years. His work has been regularly and prominently featured in publications such as Lapidary Journ...
Dec 05, 2020•54 min
📢 In this episode of the STARTA Entrepreneur Feature series, financial advisor Afsha talks to STARTA Owner Jordan Taylor about how she built her Wealth Management firm and how she keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. Afshan Butt is a seasoned financial advisor with IG Wealth. Leveraging twelve years of experience in the financial services industry, Afshan and her team manage $30M in assets for Alberta’s wealthiest. Since founding her practice in 2014, she has quickly climbed the ranks be...
Nov 28, 2020•1 hr 2 min
📢In this episode of STARTA, I want to talk about how lazy people are actually some of the smartest people in the world, and how taking a page out of their book can help us succeed. Despite what society, your parents, and school may have you believe! I also talk about how taking an unconventional path in life might be better for you than a more traditional one. Let’s discuss! ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ↘↘Start your online business TODAY. Download the FREE Creating Consistent Content Guide → h...
Jun 27, 2020•7 min
📢In this episode of STARTA, I talk about my experience with trying to set up a dropshipping store with $0, and what happened. It definitely went differently than I expected, and I was really surprised by the outcome! Have you tried your hand at dropshipping yet? ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ↘↘Start your online business TODAY. Download the FREE Creating Consistent Content Guide → http://bit.ly/startacontentguide 🆓 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📨For Business Inquiries Please Email: jordan@star...
Jun 20, 2020•20 min
📢In this episode of STARTA, we talk about whether you should do everything yourself or leverage experts to do the work for you. As content content creators and entrepreneurs, it’s easy for us to want to do everything ourselves, and there are so many resources to help us in this process. But what about all the tasks we don’t wanna do. Should we delegate that work to someone else to save ourselves time? Let’s discuss! ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ↘↘Start your online business TODAY. Download the ...
Jun 13, 2020•20 min
📢In this episode of STARTA, I wanna talk about how much I love apps & platforms, and how to begin to incorporate them into your workflow more. There’s an app for everything from helping you plan out your content marketing, to helping you produce it, to publishing it. These apps make my life so much easier as a small business entrepreneur. And one of the best parts about them is that you can start using them RIGHT NOW for FREE! ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ↘↘Start your online business TODAY...
Jun 06, 2020•16 min
📢In this episode of STARTA, I wanna talk about how Joe Rogan is leaving YouTube. I wanted to give my perspective on the $100 million Spotify deal and what it means for content creators. “The popular podcaster sold his 11-year-old “The Joe Rogan Experience” series to Spotify in a licensing deal that’s reportedly worth more than $100 million, The Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday. Rogan’s full library — which adds up to almost 1,500 episodes, which weren’t available on the streaming servic...
May 31, 2020•11 min
📢In this episode of STARTA, I give you a bit of insight into the mind behind STARTA, aka mine! During this unprecedented time, I thought it would be cool to pull back the curtain on my brand and business, and share some of my thoughts and visions with you. No pro setup, no super structured format, just a bit of background on me and what I believe in! I’ve been a little hesitant to fully showcase who I really am on my channel, not because I want to hide anything from the world, but just because ...
May 02, 2020•23 min
↘↘Start your online business TODAY. Download the FREE Online Empire Jumpstart Guide → http://bit.ly/startajumpstartguide 🆓 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📢In this episode of STARTA, we talk about exactly how to use Fiverr to make $1000 or more on the side. I want to share with you some of the best Fiverr selling tips I’ve learned since joining the freelance platform. I’ll walk you through my first 30 days on the website, the easiest way to get started, and exactly how much I made online using s...
Apr 04, 2020•16 min
↘↘Start your online business TODAY. Download the FREE Online Empire Jumpstart Guide → http://bit.ly/startajumpstartguide 🆓 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📢In this episode of STARTA, we talk about Facebook’s option to monetize your videos using Facebook Creator Studio. If you get to a certain amount of Facebook fans and watch time, you can monetize your videos, kind of like YouTube. All you need is a Facebook Fan page and videos longer than 3 minutes. You can also post, promote, and analyze all ...
Feb 15, 2020•15 min
