We’re shaking things up a little bit on the podcast today! I put out the call on my Instagram stories last week accepting applications for a 24 hour period to have a free 45 minute coaching call with me about podcasting, on the condition that it be recorded and used as a podcast episode so that other people could benefit … Read More
Why Podcasts Fail: A Mini-Crash Course
Buckle up your helmet, because I’m going to give you a mini-crash course in why podcasts fail. 1. Lack of focus / structure and no clear point made in the episode. Nothing turns me off a podcast faster than tuning in and listening to the host(s) natter on about their personal lives and the weather for 15 minutes. Our … Read More
Being Underestimated is an Advantage: Use It as Fuel
There will always be people who underestimate you, and that’s a good thing. One example of this that comes to mind is that I’ve worked almost exclusively in highly male-dominated industries for my entire life. There have been many more times than I can count where I’ve been the *only* woman or one of very few women in the room, … Read More
[BIZ TIPS] The Algorithm is Working FOR You: Social Media 101
Sometimes we love to hate on social media, but don’t ever forget that it’s an incredible free tool that allows us to spread our message and build trust and engagement at the same time. Today we’re going over some of the basics of how to use social media, what you can do to maximize it and use it to your … Read More
You Have to Ask for What You Want In Life
Have you ever sent a meal back at a restaurant? Asked for a flight upgrade? Switched hotel rooms because you wanted something specific? Something about those kinds of situations can feel, well, stressful. High maintenance, almost. At least, to me. Despite being fairly assertive, I’ve always shied away from those types of situations. Last week I was in Naples, Florida … Read More
5 Things to Consider Before Starting a Podcast with a Co-Host
There are a lot of people starting up podcasts these days, and I can see why. Podcasts are HOT right now. For me, part of the appeal is that I can listen to them while I’m driving , walking, doing chores around the house or cooking dinner. One thing I want to stress is that if you’re planning on starting … Read More
I Quit My Job.
Today feels a little…weird. This isn’t something I’ve talked about much, but I’ve had a full time job in a completely unrelated industry (automotive!) for the past 11 years. I started there part-time as a student, and went full time after I finished university, and I’ve been there ever since. Until this past Friday, which was my last day. That … Read More
