I am often asked by business owners why their social media posts fall flat and don’t make sales. Can you relate? It’s so easy to feel discouraged when you create a post and then hear crickets in response. I get it, and I’ve been there. In fact, it was through my own discouragement that caused me to come up with an easy-to-use caption formula that is CRUCIAL to making sales for your business, as well as 5 caption categories that are guaranteed to get your audience talking back to you, as well as ...
Aug 09, 2022•23 min
Are you trying to pivot your business and brand, but aren’t sure how? Learn from the best of the best: my guest today, Jenna Kutcher, who’s just made a major pivot in her brand by way of her brand new New York Times Bestselling book, How Are You, Really . Jenna is a born-and-raised Minnesota wife, mother, and entrepreneur who aims for two things daily: helping others wake up to life and staying in comfy pants. In this episode, we dive into some of the most impactful lessons business owners can l...
Aug 02, 2022•40 min
Do you have a hidden talent? Mine is that I can sell ANY product or service just using social media in a mere 4 weeks… And that’s exactly what I’m sharing with you today. This episode is the recording from a keynote I gave at Grow with Video Live , Sean Cannell’s live event where creators actually did the WORK to take their YouTube channels and businesses to the next level. In this keynote, you’ll learn: Why perfection is just procrastination in disguise, How to make sales with short-form video ...
Jul 28, 2022•39 min
There has NEVER been a better time to own a business, and more specifically, to be a digital creator. *There, I said it!* If you’re looking for the next best thing to create in your business, I have just what you need in this episode with Alycia Chapman of the Tapping Into Crypto podcast! In this conversation, we discuss: Whether NFTs are the right tool for coaches and creators Being part of the incredible MyBFF community What my current strategy is What I wished I knew before I started in the c...
Jul 26, 2022•35 min
Buckle up, because I’m about to deliver a dose of real-talk-meets-loving-kick-in-the-pants-meets-inspiration to help you chase your wildest dreams. *I can’t help it… I just want to see you succeed too dang much!* Recently, I was on a coaching session with business owners in Social Curator, and I got this question from Amanda: “Where do I start? I feel overwhelmed, and have no idea how to do it.” Have you been there? Are you there right now? Can you relate to her feelings of overwhelm, frustratio...
Jul 21, 2022•25 min
There’s just one element of social media that you can always count on, and it’s this: Social media never stays the same. You know it, and I know it! It can be easy to feel discouraged that your strategy constantly needs to evolve and adapt to different platform updates, but the reality is that these updates are good for your business. It’s this constant evolution that keeps users interested, on the platform, and provides you with additional ways for your content to be seen. The algorithm is NOT ...
Jul 19, 2022•19 min
What is the impact of representation – and conversely not seeing yourself represented in the visual imagery you see? What is the downside to your brand of participating in events that aren’t diverse and representative? How can business owners exercise their influence and power to increase diversity and inclusion? These questions and more will be answered in today’s episode. My guest today, Sonia Thompson is an inclusive marketing strategist, consultant, coach, and speaker that helps businesses a...
Jul 14, 2022•29 min
Today you’re getting a glimpse of what group coaching sessions inside our private Social Curator Community are like because in this episode, I’m given the opportunity to work with business owners on one aspect of their business. No matter what industry you’re in, I know you’ll learn something from our conversation. In this episode, I answer the following questions: How can I structure content creation sessions to maximize time when I'm still working a full time job? How do you temper the fire yo...
Jul 12, 2022•46 min
My guest today, Rory Vaden, filmed a Ted Talk on how to multiply time which has over 4.4 MILLION views on YouTube, and he opened the conversation with this: How is it that we have more tips and tricks, tools and technology, calendars and checklists than ever before, and yet, we still always seem to be behind? How is it that we work longer hours, we’re moving faster than we’ve ever moved in history, and yet we never seem to be caught up? How is it that we know more about time management today, an...
Jul 07, 2022•55 min
When I created my first social media marketing course in 2016, I was so proud of the work I had done but had no idea how to get the content into the hands of my Ideal Client. For weeks, I racked my brain and scribbled notes on cocktail napkins while brainstorming over tapas with my husband, JD. Finally, it hit me: I needed to give my audience a sneak peek of what I taught in my digital course to show them the value of it. That day, I decided to host a free virtual class teaching a brief overview...
Jul 05, 2022•30 min
Based on the title of this podcast, you’re probably thinking I’m about to give you the Holy Grail of a content strategy. And although this episode is EXTREMELY tactical, I’ll be honest… Your first 9 posts on social media don’t matter as much as you think they do. Yes, you read that right! If you’re feeling stuck after starting a new Instagram account for your business or are finding yourself in a season of analysis paralysis, buckle in and get ready to take notes. In this class, we’ll chat about...
Jun 30, 2022•39 min
I’m about to admit something a liiiiittle embarrassing… For years, I was totally against affiliate marketing in my business. I always respected influencers who made money posting links to their outfits, doing sponsored posts, and asking their audience to check out their favorite brand of coffee, but I never felt like it was for me… …That is, until I discovered Amazon Affiliate Marketing . I loved it so much that in the beginning of 2022, Social Curator launched our first Affiliate program to giv...
Jun 28, 2022•29 min
My guest today, Lisa Bilyeu, co-founded Quest Nutrition, which grew 57,000 percent in its first 3 years, was ranked No.2 on the Inc 5000 and sold in 2014 for $1 billion. Lisa un-paused her life to co-found a billion-dollar company in just 5 years… and later became a leader in the world of personal development. This is her story! In this conversation, we discuss: How you (yes, you!) can become radically confident in all aspects of your life The first steps to identifying your life’s mission and w...
Jun 23, 2022•41 min
Y’all, I have been giving advice and sharing my opinions for as long as I can remember. In fact, I have distinct memories of having opinions ABOUT opinions as young as 7 years old! The point is: when business owners ask me questions about how to grow their business, I’m more than happy to give you advice. And that’s exactly what I’m doing today! In this Q+A, I answer the following questions from business owners like you: “You talk a lot about just being brave and putting content out there, espec...
Jun 21, 2022•29 min
Have you ever wished you could create a community around what you do? Whether you’re a product-based business owner, provide a service, fancy yourself an Influencer, run a non-profit, or do a myriad of other things, you deserve a community of people who rally around your business. This community will lift you up, support you financially, and most importantly they’ll cheer you on in every iteration of your business. In this episode, Daniel will walk you through the following steps to create a com...
Jun 16, 2022•39 min
You’re missing out on a massive business opportunity that can possibly be game-changing for your business… and it’s called a DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization). If your eyes just glazed over like mine did the first time I heard this term, don’t worry. That’s what my partner-in-crime Daniel Di Venere is for! In this episode, Daniel explains everything we both need to know about DAOs, including: If DAOs are an alternative way to raise fundraising for your company How to host your own DAO ...
Jun 15, 2022•29 min
As you may know, coaching business owners is one of the most fulfilling elements of what I do. I go Live on Instagram and Facebook every week answering your questions, host group coaching sessions inside the private Social Curator community… heck, I coach friends, family, and colleagues that don’t even ASK for my advice! Today’s episode is one such coaching session in which I answer the following questions: “I started a podcast last Fall and I really enjoy it, but how do I find my Ideal Client o...
Jun 14, 2022•35 min
It’s the 5 year anniversary of Social Curator, and our team is reflecting on how wonderfully unexpected, incredibly fun, and wildly exciting our journey has been. To document this momentous occasion, I sat down with Kristi, Podcast Producer and Content Creator, to record an episode for the Jasmine Star Show about just how far we’ve come! Press play if you want to get the inside scoop on… How the name “Social Curator” came about (spoiler alert: JD and I did NOT think of it!) Why and how our busin...
Jun 10, 2022•24 min
In this episode we’re welcoming Jess Lively, an incredible woman and friend of mine, back onto the podcast. Just a few weeks ago on a previous episode of the podcast , she taught us about how to use our inner voice to make intuition-led business decisions, and the best ways to tap into our subconscious and use it to guide us in life and business. After we finished recording, Jess offered to come back onto the Jasmine Star Show and give me an “Inner Voice Session, which allow you to live as your ...
Jun 09, 2022•56 min
Is perfectionism holding you back? If so, my recent interview on the Real Estate InvestHER Podcast is PERFECT for you. In it, I break down: The power of storytelling and how it is used to build connections Why we should move in spite of fear How to establish authenticity when the fear of vulnerability or judgment gets in the way Why perfectionism is the root cause of many business owner’s tendencies to procrastinate I loved this interview and I’m sure you will too, so without further ado, let’s ...
Jun 07, 2022•39 min
You may know my guest today, Julie Solomon, as a Speaker, Business Coach, and Host of the top rated The Influencer Podcast. Her brand NEW book, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable, teaches you how to shake off outdated ideas of what is possible and use your newfound belief to make anything you want happen. Julie has launched several successful online programs including Pitch It Perfect, The Influencer Academy, and SHINE Mastermind, which teach clients how to master the skill ...
Jun 02, 2022•36 min
When is it time to raise your prices? If you’re asking this age-old question, you’ve already conquered the most difficult part: realizing you need to raise them in the first place! In this episode, you’ll hear the story of how I’ve raised my prices over the years, and my best tips for you to do the same. I know raising your prices can be scary, but use it to your advantage, friend. Fear helps you dream bigger and better dreams, and propels you forward to be the best business owner you can be. If...
May 31, 2022•17 min
Have you ever considered that we’re all just one day, one moment, and one decision away from a completely different life? My guest today, Ed Mylett, is a highly successful entrepreneur who has blended his unique experiences with a diverse set of practical strategies that have made him one of the most sought-after inspirational speakers in the world today. With a strong desire to help people, Ed began sharing his inspirational and performance strategies live and online. In four short years, he am...
May 26, 2022•42 min
I’m often asked what my routines look like, how I get everything done, what a typical work week entails for me and my team, and more. That’s why I decided to record clips each day this week for you to hear what I’m up to! My hope is that you’ll learn what it’s really like to run a multi-7 figure business, work with a team of over 20 employees, and create content all while being the best wife and mom I could be. You’ll hear the ups and downs of my week, as well as lessons I’m learning along the w...
May 24, 2022•48 min
They WILL say you’re too old/young/rich/poor/Black/Brown/White/dumb/smart. You’ll always be “too” something. Too much, too little. So often we stop our growth for fear of what others will say. We hide our light to make other people comfortable. We speak softly, stand in shadows, and play it down with subconscious hopes that our enough-ness won’t highlight someone else’s insecurities. But by doing so, we live a half-life of what we could do, who we could become. This episode is a recording from a...
May 19, 2022•27 min
Do you believe you are a creative, capable, and courageous human being? My guest today, Brit Morin , believes you are… and she’s on a mission to pave the way for millions of women to believe it too. Brit is a serial entrepreneur and venture capitalist. She’s the founder and managing partner of Offline Ventures, an early stage technology fund and incubator that seeks to create companies that make our offline lives better. She’s also the founder of BFF , an open access community to help more women...
May 18, 2022•40 min
Do you wish you had someone to teach you about investing, funding a startup, or becoming an angel investor yourself? If so, my guest today, Jaclyn Johnson , is going to teach you tactical ways in which women can reach financial success through investing. Her latest endeavor, New Money Ventures , is a venture capital firm and brand studio on a mission to fund and build the next generation of game-changing, female-led companies. I can’t wait for you to hear how Jaclyn is rewriting the traditional ...
May 17, 2022•38 min
“It's too late,” “I'm too old,” “There are so many young entrepreneurs, I could never compete with them.” “I can’t keep up with the trends.” “I’m not technologically savvy.” Have you ever thought something similar? Let me share with you 3 major takeaways from the 2.7 million startups in a recent study on Inc.com: It’s never too late to start a business, ever. The study showed that a start-up founder who is 50 years old is twice as likely to start an extremely successful business than a 30 year o...
May 12, 2022•10 min
Are you wondering how many social media platforms are realistic for you to be creating content for your business? If so, you’ve come to the right place! In this episode, I have the honor of coaching incredible small business owners in my social media subscription, Social Curator , on an aspect of their business. And boy, did they bring the heat! You’ll hear my tactical advice on: Offering multiple services under the same brand Running two social media accounts at once Why our platforms always te...
May 10, 2022•41 min
Do you want to MASTER Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to get more website traffic and more SALES for your business? If so, you’re in the right place because today I’m joined by the wonderful Anna Baun of her successful brand, A Lily Love Affair ! Anna has grown her blog revenue from nearly nothing to 5-figures or more per month, her unique site visitors by 1005%, increased her affiliate sales by 431% and her email subscribers by 512% - and growing. With her brand now functioning on autopilot fr...
May 05, 2022•43 min
