Send Krystal a Text Message. Marketing is one of the first loves of my life. Hang on, that sounds a bit dramatic. Let's just say it's one of the first things I realized I could do really well. Although, I didn't know I was "Marketing". I was just being myself. Then I was introduced to Public Speaking and well, ya know, I kinda have an addiction now. You see, it wasn't until I was in college that I realized people could actually earn a living standing in front of a crowd and talking. Just talking...
Jan 08, 2019•36 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Send Krystal a Text Message. I stumbled upon this yearly practice where you pick your "Word of the Year" . It sounded really silly when I first heard about it, but now - after 3 years of intentional word selection - I see the power in choosing the right word. Tune in today's episode where I talk all about previous words I've used, how I came up with my word for 2019, and how you can pick the word that's just right for you! Let's start 2019 with a BANG! Click the "Send Krystal a Text Message" lin...
Jan 01, 2019•26 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Send Krystal a Text Message. I Love Talking About Setting Goals! I'm aware that makes me a super nerd, so you can understand my excitement when I get a chance to talk about setting goals for the New Year! In today's episode, I talked all about the processes I went through to plan for 2019. We walk through what motivates us and how we're motivated: intrinsically or extrinsically? And, although she's not actually on the podcast, I'm introducing you to Amy Porterfield - an online marketing genius! ...
Dec 26, 2018•45 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Send Krystal a Text Message. Talking about weight and body image is a conversation that I wish wouldn't even happen. I wish that this wasn't an issue for women and we just lived our lives knowing exactly how beautiful we all are. But that's not reality. Not yet, unfortunately. So, I'm sharing my story in hopes that someone else sees the beauty they have inside of them already. And please know that I didn't wake up one day the size that I wanted to be. It's taken me at least a decade to find out ...
Dec 18, 2018•31 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Send Krystal a Text Message. Marketing is my bread and butter. Except, I didn't actually realize that until this past year. Yes, I know that sounds really silly since I studied marketing in college, I read business books year round, and I have been in many sales positions before. But, we're not just talking about any ol' marketing today. In this episode, we are talking about Ways to Market Yourself - which is the best kind of marketing anyway. Tune in to hear all the crazy ideas I've ventured th...
Dec 11, 2018•35 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Send Krystal a Text Message. Make sure you listen to this episode before you finish your holiday shopping! You're going to want to grab some, or all, of these must-read books! Here are My Top 5 Books of 2018 . Some are inspirational, some a just for fun, and a few are the kick in the rear that you need to achieve success in 2019! I promise you that they are all worth the time and effort. So if you need something to do while you're traveling this holiday season...go grab your copies of these book...
Dec 04, 2018•27 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Send Krystal a Text Message. If you're a Rookie entrepreneur, then this episode is for you! Seriously, I'm still riding the creative and inspirational wave from the Business Boutique. So today, I wanted to share my Top 10 Takeaways! There were amazing keynote speakers and breakout sessions that blew my mind, but most importantly, there were other like-minded women who wanted to succeed in their business. That, my friends, is a game-changer! I want to be in that kind of environment every day! So ...
Nov 27, 2018•37 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Send Krystal a Text Message. There's one common theme across the board of successful, genuinely happy people... Gratitude . And it's not something they stingily keep to themselves. No, they're happy to tell you all of the things they're grateful for! Because it's usually those blessings in their lives that helped them get to where they are today. Think of people like Oprah, Joanna Gaines, & Reese Witherspoon. They are constantly talking about how grateful they are for the people in their lif...
Nov 20, 2018•17 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Send Krystal a Text Message. Y'all, I'm so excited about this episode because I'm introducing you to my very first book, Rookie Devotionals - Beginner's Playbook to Prayer & Bible Study ! Have you searched far and wide for answers to life's tough questions? Are you intimidated by the complexity of the Bible? Are you a beginner ready to study the Bible, but are not sure where to start? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then Rookie Devotionals is the book for you! In the book, I...
Nov 13, 2018•39 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Send Krystal a Text Message. Imagine we are sitting in a local coffee shop for open mic night. Do you hear the smooth jazz? Or maybe it's Nora Jones? Can you smell all of the aromas of freshly brewed java? Uh oh, did you hear the waitress drop a plate? Now imagine me walking up to the mic, with my artsy beret on of course, and bringing you the most original poetry out there. Prepare to laugh. Prepare to cringe. Prepare to question everything you thought about poetry. Are you excited? Because I'm...
Nov 06, 2018•43 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever thought about writing a book? Do you have a desire to see your name on an actual book in your local bookstore? Well, then NaNoWriMo is the next step for you to take! It will help you achieve your writing goals! Tune in as I talk about what it is, my experiences, and how it's changed my life as a writer! Click the "Send Krystal a Text Message" link above to send us your questions, comments, and feedback on the show! (Pssst...we'll do giveaways in upcomin...
Oct 30, 2018•24 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Send Krystal a Text Message. Today's episode is all about being Perfectly Imperfect ! Now, I don't know about you, but I've struggled with perfectionism for a long, long time. Especially when I became a wife and a mother. I think there are certain traits or aspects of our personalities that we believe we are born with, so when we feel like we aren't doing things "perfect", we innately believe we are a failure. This isn't true at all. So today, I'm talking about the areas of my life where I've st...
Oct 23, 2018•50 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Send Krystal a Text Message. Today's guest is so special to me because she is the most down-to-earth lady. And she's had some fantastic success in her writing career! I want to introduce you to Kayla Olson. If she's not a household name now, she will be soon! Her debut novel has been translated into 15+ languages and her second novel is releasing in October 2018. This Texas author is making huge waves as she keeps churning out some amazing stories for the literary world. Her story to publication...
Oct 16, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send Krystal a Text Message. I'm super pumped to share today's guest and her family's incredible story! Not only do they "roadschool" their kids, but they've managed to create a few online businesses while they travel the country in their RV! They have their own YouTube channel with amazing tips on living the RV life. Valerie has developed tools and resources for other Roadschoolin' families. And they share the ups and downs of their journey openly on social media. So be sure to listen up as Val...
Oct 09, 2018•39 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever been part of a network marketing group or a multi-level marketing company? Wait, before you run off or snatch those ear buds out of your ear...I promise I’m not trying to sell you anything! But isn’t it sad that when we hear those words we cringe and run the other direction? You’ve learned to dodge people in the grocery store or to not accept friend requests from high school acquaintances because you heard she’s jumping into everyone’s private messages ...
Oct 02, 2018•49 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Send Krystal a Text Message. What do you picture when I say the words dove hunting or duck retrieving dogs? You’re probably picturing some guy decked out in camo with his gun strapped to his back with a trusty black lab sitting obediently by his side. Maybe his shoulders are even forced back puffing his chest out in the universal manly stance of a hunter. What you probably don’t see is a petite woman with her ferocious Jack Russell Terrier claiming dog titles and bringing down wild game! In toda...
Sep 25, 2018•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 13
Send Krystal a Text Message. Are you somewhere in your journey where you don't feel 100% like you've "made it", but you know deep down in your gut that you're really on to something? Well, that's exactly what we're discussing today with our guest, Nyia Morgan. She's a millennial entrepreneur with a mindset that as long as she shows up every single day and tries, she's tackled half of the battle. You don't want to miss the story of her journey from New York to basically anywhere it wasn't cold, a...
Sep 18, 2018•35 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever thought about homeschooling your kids? Or what life would be like if you left behind a conventional lifestyle and took off on the road for a life of adventure? Well, that's exactly what Rachael and her family decided to do. Check out this week's episode to learn all about their family's decision to sell their house (and most of their possessions), move their family into a 37" RV, and totally redefine what the American Dream means to them. Click the "Sen...
Sep 11, 2018•43 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what it's like to move your entire family overseas? I'm talking pack up all of your things, kiss your relatives goodbye, and gather your kids up for an adventure of a lifetime? That's exactly what our guest, Amber Morris, did with her family of five. In this episode, she shares about what it's like to follow her husband's passion for building race cars all the way around the globe. You don't want to miss out on her story of getting settled, fin...
Sep 04, 2018•37 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send Krystal a Text Message. Do you ever wish you could hang out all day dressing other people up for a living? Like, that is your actual job? Or do you wish you had a job where you help people feel SO GOOD about themselves? Well, that's exactly what our guest today does. Priscilla Hardenne is a personal stylist and image consultant and she's pulling back the curtain on how you can look and feel amazing with the help of a personal stylist. Don't miss our talk about clothes, colors, and giving ba...
Aug 28, 2018•45 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send Krystal a Text Message. Get ready Rookies because we are taking a trip to the farm. That's right. We are exploring the world of...donkeys! You read that right. DONKEYS! On this episode, we are speaking with our friend and special guest, Jess Anselment, who brings with her the magical world of these beautiful animals. She tells us all about how these creatures have changed her life, helped with her anxiety, and all about the inner workings of donkey rescue. Jess and I also talk about finding...
Aug 21, 2018•46 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Send Krystal a Text Message. Wow! How is already time to send the kids back to school? It feels like summers go by WAY faster as an adult and I’m still not 100% ready for this new school year. But that’s everyone else too, right? I hope it's not just me! The good news is that we don’t have to be perfect. That’s not reasonable anyway. We’ll never be 100% ready because there will always be those little surprises lurking around the corner. The best thing we can do is to prepare our homes, our minds...
Aug 14, 2018•14 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Send Krystal a Text Message. In this episode we are speaking with our Interior Design expert, Jenny Conditt, who knows a thing or two about how to make a space feel like home. We work through some questions from the Rookie Tribe Facebook group as well as discuss the difference between decorating and design, and believe me, you'll want to know the difference! Her advice and tips are relevant to someone who's been in there for a long time or for someone who's just starting out! So be sure to check...
Aug 07, 2018•34 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Send Krystal a Text Message. Today’s episode features our special guest, Liz Ensign, who is a Certified Professional Organizer. She brings the psychology of behavior into our homes and helps us talk through how our daily habits can have a huge impact on our homes! You don't want to miss her insight on turning chaos into clarity. So now that we’ve talked decluttering, let’s discuss organizing! Click the "Send Krystal a Text Message" link above to send us your questions, comments, and feedback on ...
Jul 31, 2018•44 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send Krystal a Text Message. We are starting a Brand New Series - Take Care of Your Home! I'm so excited to explore the many aspects of how we can create the home of our dreams - without having to pack up and move! Our first step in creating that dream home is decluttering. Join us as we explore this life-changing practice. We have so many fun interviews coming up in these next few episodes, from a professional organizer to an interior designer, and I can’t wait for you to hear them! But first, ...
Jul 24, 2018•32 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Send Krystal a Text Message. We are rounding out our series "Take Care of Yourself" today with a talk on mental health. Dr. Quincee Gideon takes us through her experience with trauma patients, stressful environments, and how we can apply some of her self-care techniques to our own lives. You definitely don't want to miss this episode! Click the "Send Krystal a Text Message" link above to send us your questions, comments, and feedback on the show! (Pssst...we'll do giveaways in upcoming episodes ...
Jul 17, 2018•40 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Send Krystal a Text Message. As we explore the next aspect of Taking Care of Ourselves, we dive deep into the world of Nutrition. Our guest, who is a Registered Dietitian, talks us through many areas of food and Nutrition. We journey through what it's like to be a busy parent on the go, how to deal with a picky eater, and ways that we can set healthy Nutrition goals. Today, we are talking to a Registered Dietitian, Kelly Gill, about tips for how we can live healthier lives. Being a mother on the...
Jul 10, 2018•37 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Send Krystal a Text Message. In the first official episode of The Rookie Life Podcast, we chat with our very own fitness guru, Erica Dossett. She helps us break down why fitness is important and encourages us to find what exercises can work for us. Her background in personal training and bodybuilding gives us a unique perspective on working out and overall fitness. Click the "Send Krystal a Text Message" link above to send us your questions, comments, and feedback on the show! (Pssst...we'll do ...
Jun 20, 2018•24 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Send Krystal a Text Message. Hi, I'm Krystal - your host of The Proffitt Podcast. And I want to know have you ever asked yourself any of these questions: What equipment do I need to start a podcast? What is the best way to launch? How can I get more downloads and market my podcast? I see these questions repeated over and over again. Entrepreneurs want to create deeper connections with their audience, but they're totally overwhelmed with the thought of podcasting. In this podcast, I strip down th...
Jun 20, 2018•7 min•Season 1Ep. 1
