Send Krystal a Text Message. How do you keep coming up with podcast ideas? Hopefully you're planning to be in the podcasting game for a long time. But with that commitment, you have to keep creating fresh, original content weekly. So...how do you make that happen? Today, we're exploring 9 Ways to Brainstorm Podcast Content Ideas. These are the tried and true ways to fill up your editorial calendar, keep fresh ideas coming, and not have to worry about ever saying, "What should I talk about next o...
Jun 18, 2019•37 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you been held back by your Inner Dream Stealer? I know I have! Today, I'm chatting with Faith-Based Life Coach Elise Smith about mindset, motivation, and overcoming the struggles we all face. Her own experiences with entrepreneurial obstacles and infertility challenges make her the perfect life coach for female entrepreneurs. If you're looking for some motivation and need some mindset inspiration, this is the episode for you! Click the "Send Krystal a Text Messa...
Jun 13, 2019•45 min•Season 1Ep. 57
Send Krystal a Text Message. How do you sound better behind the mic? It's a valid question. And one that goes deeper than your podcast setup. Today we're talking about how to sound like a pro behind the mic, even when you're not. Lots of people are looking for the BEST mic to make them sound better. Or a high-quality setup that'll boost their confidence. But what it really comes down to is the ability for you to Speak with Authority behind the microphone. Tune in to learn 5 Ways to Speak with Au...
Jun 11, 2019•33 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Send Krystal a Text Message. "What if there was someone, out there on the internet, that knew how to do all of this online stuff? What if they could help me manage my social media, help me understand what the heck SEO is, and even take over so many tasks that make me want to pull my hair out?!?" Well, my friend, you're in luck! Today, I'm speaking with a Virtual Assistant turned "SEO & Social Media Queen", Erin Santangelo. Her knowledge and talent in this industry made me realize just how mu...
Jun 06, 2019•51 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Send Krystal a Text Message. "I have a podcast, but do I really need a website?" Today, we're answering this hot topic question. Lots of podcasters ask if a website is necessary. "Do I need one? Can't I just use social media?" And while it's totally possible to start, launch and market a podcast without a website, let's talk about the advantages. There are 5 advantages a website can give you and your podcast that I want to talk about today. (I'm even throwing in some personal stories to help you...
Jun 04, 2019•34 min•Season 1Ep. 54
Send Krystal a Text Message. Interested in having great skin? Did you know you can get it by eating healthier foods? Today's episode is a special interview with Priscilla Johnson, who practices nutrition therapy and specializes in skin health. She has a passion for helping people with problems like acne, rosacea and eczema clear their skin through dietary and lifestyle changes. Hear all about her personal journey with skin problems and how she uses her own experience to relate to her clients. "I...
May 30, 2019•57 min•Season 1Ep. 53
Send Krystal a Text Message. "Why should I start a podcast if I don't have an online business?" "Do I have to have an online business to start a podcast?" These questions get asked a lot. And the answers are, "There are 4 reasons to start a podcast..." and "No, you DON'T need an existing online business to get started!" Today's episode is about the personal example I have from starting The Rookie Life Podcast last year (without an existing online business) . And the reasons why you should create...
May 28, 2019•23 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Send Krystal a Text Message. Has your journey been turned out exactly how you planned? Didn't think so. But that's okay because our journeys haven't gone quite as planned either. Today's guest, Katelyn Fusco - producer of the Happy Homebirth Podcast, dives into how she got started and why homebirths are such a passion for her. We discuss everything from childbirth, the roles the Dad's play in the homebirth process, and how following your passion can lead to some of the most fulfilling moments of...
May 23, 2019•54 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Send Krystal a Text Message. How do you get people to listen to your podcast? Well, it's pretty simple really...you have to tell them it exists! People often overlook marketing as something that'll just naturally happen on its own. But that's not the truth at all. You have to promote your podcast, market your show to potential listeners, and then continue to try new things. Today's episode is the final episode in the 3-Part series: START, LAUNCH, & MARKET. We're covering some basic strategie...
May 21, 2019•34 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Send Krystal a Text Message. "I want to help people to come to voice..." That's what today's guest says her main goal is. Leslie Helpert brings with her years of experience as a voice coach, world traveler, seasoned vocalist, yoga educator, & so much more. In this episode, we're dissecting the need to own your voice - in more ways than one. Listen to the conversation we have about the impact of speaking, both physically & mentally, to strengthen your message. Leslie opens the doors wide ...
May 16, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Send Krystal a Text Message. You've picked a podcast name. You've created your content. Maybe even planned and recorded a few episodes. Now what? Now, you're ready to plan the launch of your podcast! In the 3-Step Formula (Start, Launch, Market), launching a podcast is often the most overlooked step. And I understand why. It's exciting to create a podcast. It's tempting to put it out into the world as soon as it's ready. It's hard to hold in all the goodness you've made! But resist. Don't just t...
May 14, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Send Krystal a Text Message. Today's an extra special treat! I had the pleasure of interviewing a Rookie professional football player who just so happens to be a woman. And an inspirational powerhouse for young girls! Sarah Wolfer is the CEO of Girl Boss Sports, an organization devoted to female coaches and athletes breaking barriers. Sarah is on a mission to be a leading example for young girls in athletics and in life. I'm so excited to share Sarah's story of trying new things and going for a ...
May 09, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Send Krystal a Text Message. Want to start a podcast? Have no idea where to begin? That's okay because today we're covering the 7-Steps you need to follow to start your podcast! From the equipment you need to advice on conducting interviews, this is the best place to get started. It can be totally overwhelming to start a podcast. I get it. I've been there too. But you don't have to be frustrated with a process you don't understand. It's all laid out for you in this first official episode of The ...
May 07, 2019•35 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Send Krystal a Text Message. Changes are coming to the podcast and I wanted to give you a heads up. "The Proffitt Podcast", where entrepreneurs learn to Start, Launch, & Market their podcasts, will be replacing "The Rookie Life". After guidance, some tough love, and some hard truths, I've decided that this is the next step in my journey. If you've enjoyed The Rookie Life, you'll get a kick out of The Proffitt Podcast. This bonus episode explains all of the changes that are coming and how you...
May 02, 2019•17 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Send Krystal a Text Message. Money and Mindset... The two go together like peanut butter and jelly. I'm so excited to talk about today's topic. Today's guest, Sarah Dumas, is a money mindset expert and ready to get into the nitty-gritty that holds us back as entrepreneurs. (And let's be honest, even as women!) So get ready for the truths about what's holding us back with our money. Ways to Connect with Sarah: www.AbundanceDaily.com Instagram: @Sarah_Dumas888 Facebook: AbundanceDaily8 Facebook Gr...
Apr 30, 2019•51 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Send Krystal a Text Message. There are so many ways we can learn from each other. From our culture... Our unique perspective of the world... To how we interact with one another. On today's episode, I'm chatting with life & business coach, Else Johnson. From traveling the world to helping people make a bigger impact, Else is giving us practical advice on how to be a better person. So let's jump right into how we can all align ourselves with a coach who's ready to see us succeed! To get in tou...
Apr 23, 2019•45 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Send Krystal a Text Message. We can't talk enough about self-care! It's something that's starting to gain some momentum in headlines these days, but can still be talked about. So today, we're covering the top 8 self-care practices that have helped me in my personal life and my business. Some of these are obvious. Some of them have great personal stories to back up why I practice them. None of these require you to be at a certain level in your business or personal development, but all of them req...
Apr 16, 2019•41 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Send Krystal a Text Message. Ladies, brains & beauty aren't mutually exclusive! No? Still, don't believe me? Then don't take it from me. Listen to our expert on this topic. And, she's got a Ph.D., so she knows a thing or two! Join me as I chat with Dr. Charlene Lawson, a chemist who's got the right formula to turn your wardrobe into a success. In our interview, we talked about women feeling comfortable in their bodies, their clothes, and their own personal style. Charlene believes in women f...
Apr 09, 2019•41 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever done a thorough exam of your statistics? Like, gone really hardcore with the numbers? I know, it takes a lot of time. I know, some of it can be confusing. I know, you may not want to look at some of the numbers because they're not where you want them to be. But that's exactly why I wanted to create this episode. Today, we're doing a Quarterly Review of all of the important stats related to your online business. We're going to see how much your social me...
Apr 02, 2019•56 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you found your happy? Like really embraced your ability to smile about all the amazing things in life? If you aren't 100% there yet, don't worry. Today's episode will help fill in those gaps. We're chatting with Denden Girmay, but we like to call her Coach Den. She comes with an amazing background, unlike anyone I've ever met! From her skilled training in improv comedy to being featured on the Dr. Oz show to being the go-to "problem-solver" for her friends and f...
Mar 26, 2019•57 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Send Krystal a Text Message. How do you balance your time when you're so "busy"? Ah, the question of the year, right? How do we manage our time when we have so much to do? Well, that's what we're talking about today. Time management. And I could talk about time management and prioritization for hours on end without stopping. But instead of overwhelming you with all of my thoughts and opinion I thought we'd talk about "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" and The Living Well Planner. Two crit...
Mar 19, 2019•51 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Send Krystal a Text Message. I gotta be honest here...I didn't think that one day I'd be doing a podcast interview about an Instagram famous cat, yet here we are. But today's episode is about SO MUCH MORE than the number of followers on social media. No, this message is much deeper and more interesting than some silly statistic. Today's episode is about acceptance and love and bringing together people (and animals)! I feel privileged to have gotten the opportunity to interview someone who is mak...
Mar 12, 2019•37 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Send Krystal a Text Message. Do you struggle with finding time to rest? Are you constantly on the move? Then when you do get the chance to put your feet up...you're left restless? I get it. Me too. I've struggled with finding time for rest because I never really understood what "rest" was supposed to look like. Is that a bubble bath with a glass of wine? (I hope not because I don't drink...) Is rest reading a fictional romance novel? (I hope not because that's not my cup of tea...) Is it meditat...
Mar 05, 2019•34 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Send Krystal a Text Message. Are you curious to see if there's a better way to live a "natural lifestyle" without being weird about it? You know, finding the common ground between the kinda person that sets off to live in the forest totally off the grid and the person that bleaches everything they own to make sure their home is sanitary. Most of us live in the happy middle somewhere. But today's guest, Amy Kramer, is showing us how we can adopt more natural products and habits into our lifestyle...
Feb 26, 2019•45 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever thought about doing a webinar? What goes into it? What do you use them for? How can they benefit you AND your audience? Well, that's what we're talking about today. I want to share as much of my own Rookie journey as I can. Not because these are all success stories (most of them aren't) , but because I know it helps to hear firsthand experience from someone "who's been there". I could wait until I have all of these systems and processes perfectly packag...
Feb 19, 2019•44 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Send Krystal a Text Message. We've had a few mental health professionals on The Rookie Life, but not a hypnotherapist. Today's guest, Janine Wirth, is joining us all the way from Germany and I can't wait for you to hear her fascinating story. She shares with us all the ways trauma can impact our lives and how we, especially as entrepreneurs, can overcome those obstacles. From her own experience surviving an attempted rape at gunpoint, Janine gives us the courage to fight! Y'all, this episode is ...
Feb 12, 2019•49 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever thought about blogging? Or maybe adding a blog to your website? Maybe you’re thinking...I’d like to do it, but I don’t know what I’d say or how to set up a website. Well, I’ve been blogging for the better part of 5 years now and let me tell ya, I’ve got some lessons learned stories to share with you! That’s what we're talking about today! I’m sharing with you the 5 things I wish I would have known before I ever started blogging! So get ready because thi...
Feb 05, 2019•43 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever felt like you were made to do BIG THINGS , but you have no idea how to get there? Or do you struggle with feeling overwhelmed? Or simply out of balance? Then today's episode is just for you! I had the opportunity to chat with Truth Speaker, Stephanie Smart, and learn all about ways that we - as female entrepreneurs - get blocked. Whether it's a motivational block, an emotional block, writer's block, or a mental block, there are ways to overcome whatever...
Jan 29, 2019•44 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Send Krystal a Text Message. Who doesn't love Pinterest? Today, we're talking to our Pinterest Expert, Tammie Jones. She's going to help us navigate how we can use this amazing platform to support us as entrepreneurs and grow our businesses. Whether you've been pinning since the day it launched or are just now considering joining this awesome growth vehicle, this episode is for you! Tammie offers strategies to help you increase traffic to your site/blog, grow your influence, and create an action...
Jan 22, 2019•52 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Send Krystal a Text Message. Podcasting, one of my new favorite treasures in the online world. I've been in love with this medium for several years now, but it wasn't until May of 2018 that I truly believed I could create one for myself. There were definitely ups and downs to the process, but I wouldn't change a thing! I've learned so much and have met so many more amazing female entrepreneurs in the process! Join me today as I talk about my journey into podcasting and why I think YOU should sta...
Jan 15, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 29
