It's my birthday and I recorded this special episode where YOU asked me questions - some were super difficult to answer because I never really thought about the answers. In this episode, I answered 20 questions - ranging from simple questions about eggs to sharing my failures. You'll have to listen to the entire episode to hear the answers. There are some elements I reference in this episode so I shared links below. If you submitted a question, this was a challenge for me at times so thank you for challenging me.

Here are the 20 questions:If someone narrated your life, who would you want to be the narrator?

What are some good tips for staying focused during the summer when there are so many distractions? I use Google Keep and Google Calendar to time-block my calendar.

Which social network is the most consequential for makers?Is it essential to run a fully functional independent site?

Why has social media seen to a divisive debate instead of an inclusive one?Is it merely a product of its environment, or a natural bi-product / fallout of sharing ideas or reactions in real time?

Can you share your favorite book, movie or tv show this year and what you love about that selection? This is the book that I mentioned The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*** by Mark MansonHow you came up with the name Bicoastal Panda? I referenced this video when I answered this question.

What's your advice for (and against) starting a podcast? You'll have to listen to the entire answer but I referenced getting proper microphone... This microphone is QUALITY. What inspires you each day to do what you do? I referenced my Twitter tribe but this a link to the chat I met Winnie in: #WinnieSun Twitter Chat

How do you see social media evolving in the next couple of years?How can we prepare for those changes?

Who is your dream client and why? @HowardConyers

When did you decide to jump in and do social media management full time? What's been your best way to acquire new clients?

Bacon and eggs? Or chicken and waffles? How to Make A Proper Over-Medium Egg

What lead you to start your own social media company?

What aspect of your business do you struggle with most?

What's your biggest failure you've experienced in life that has taught you the most valuable lesson?

What has surprised you the most about the realities of podcasting?

BICOASTAL PANDA  SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN & REVIEW: iTunes | Podbean | Google PlayIf you could change one aspect of social media what would it be? That was fun; Being open and vulnerable with these questions was different.   Want to submit your own question for a future episode? Go here.

"As business owners, we have to wear many hats."In this episode, I have a conversation with Ashley Graham of Brandesso. We discuss how psychology relates to marketings & branding, what past generations can teach us about businesses and having to wear many hats as a business owner.

You can follow Ashley on Twitter @brandesso

In this episode, I chat with Chris Strub who aims to be our generation’s greatest storyteller. We casually cover what he's learned traveling the states, living out of his car and building a community via live-streaming on social media. He aims to do more with social, live-streaming and raising money. "I want to help an organization raise 6.2 Million dollars, or a billion dollars... why not?" said Strub. You can follow his storytelling journey on Twitter @ChrisStrub.Get Chris' #50States100Days to show your support! Also mentioned in this episode is Chris' newest book Fight For Good Tour: The Book: 25 States, 38 DaysLeave a review and let me know what you think on itunes (sorry the other platforms don't allow this)Follow Marisa @allthesocial

Have you ever struggled to start or go forward with an idea? Imagine your life is a blank canvas and you have the ability to paint your dreams into existence. In this episode, I talk with Mary Jennings of Mary Jennings Art about the parallels between art and business. She is the artist-in-residence at Salamander Resort & Spa in Middleburg, VA. She is aiming to teach artists about how being a creative person doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the business side of your craft. You can connect with Mary on Instagram.

How many times have you made a mistake and dwelled on it too long to get caught up what you did wrong vs. what can you learn from the mishap? I chatted with Melodie about this very thing along with everyday things, including business, working for yourself, the wins, the struggles and even vulnerability. Strong women can sometimes be weak, but, we need to give off a vibe that we're all in it together. You can visit Melodie's website here, but, catch us both at #SMMW19 in March 2019!

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Do you find yourself struggling what content to write or story to tell? Well, when you think about it, we're all pretty similar in that we have the same goals - to seek justice, to achieve success, etc. If you peel back the layers, you can find what your story is. Listen in as I chat with Racheal about content writing, meshing with the right people in business and telling a story.

Connect with Racheal Blackmore on LinkedIn.You know how to reach me @allthesocial!

NEW CHALLENGE: Write 2-3 things that you want to accomplish by the end of this month....go ahead, write them down now... share them with me on my Facebook group Bicoastal or via Twitter @allthesocial. Let me help you focus!

Are you focusing on what you need to focus on? Avoid the endless loop and try to focus on 2-3 things that will help you get over the hump of your day, week, month! In this episode, I share the story of Brian R. King who has had to overcome multiple challenges including cancer at age 18 and pushes through the negativity every day. If you keep focusing on the negative about yourself and give in to self-doubt, you're doing yourself a disservice. You can check out Brian's daily inspiration on Facebook.

Entrepreneurship is not always about the money wins, but, being able to serve your community and stay grounded in yourself - it's all about balance. I talked to Liz Cortes, Co-Founder of Rebelfish Local, about having balance while working for yourself. "When we make the decision to go to those self-care appoints and come back home, we feel so much more motivated." Come along on this journey and get to know Liz.Follow her on Instagram @lizcortesonline and tell her #bicoastalpanda sent you.Be sure to check out the NEW NEW NEW Twitter @bicoastalpanda

"It's OK to be Selfish" - In this episode, @maykingtea chatted about her love of Twitter, helping business owners be more social and being selfish when it comes to getting what you want. May King Tsang is a graduate of Speciality Tea Institute and wants to be known as the world's best Live Tweeter. 

Tell me I'm not the only one who has favorite British words... Right?Thinking of starting your own podcast? Check out Podbean.

Do you have excuses when you want to create something? InfluencerTony tells you to "just start now" and I agree with him. In this episode, you'll hear Tony's story about what motivates him and how he wants to motivate others with his #90Vids90Days project. Look for his videos on YouTube and tweet with him @InfluencerTony - then maybe he'll even tell you about the music he's creating.I'll be participating in more Twitter chats this week so come hang out with me, @allthesocial.Subscribe, share and let me know what you think...#bicoastalpanda