Jen Proctor, founder and CEO of Cultivated Entertainment, shares how she broke into the entertainment industry, left her job to become an entrepreneur, and leveraged the relationships she formed to move ahead in life and in business.

229 | Building a Talent Business Through Authentic Relationships - with Jen Proctor

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Today’s guest is sharing her transformation from counterterrorism to becoming a sought-after public speaker and TEDx talk writer. Ashley Stahl is the Founder of Wise Whisper Agency, writing and booking TEDx talks for speakers like you. Beyond getting over 1,200 TEDx talks booked, Ashley is an expert in helping you find your purpose and shares why it’s important to do what you are, not what you love. Ashley opens up about her own personal journey, struggles with self-doubt, and how she’s gone on to write her book and TRIPLE her speaking fee after her successful TEDx talk. If you need the tools to identify your calling, build a successful business from the ground up, and overcome the fears holding you back - this episode is for you! Highlights 05:45 How Ashley went from working in national security to TEDx expert. 13:15 How did you make the transition from counterterrorism to writing viral TEDx talks? 16:30 The mindset shift to overcome the fear of failure and find your purpose. 19:00 Tips to identify your niche and double down on your zone of genius. 26:15 The most powerful exercise to be a better writer from talks to social media captions. 30:00 What has been the hardest part of building your new agency? 34:00 What advice would you give someone who is starting to build a team? 41:00 The power of personal branding, integrity, and building a high-quality agency.  
 
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From Counterterrorism to TED Talks, Clarifying Your Message to Uplevel Your Impact & Opportunities with Ashley Stah

Do you want to go from 5k to 50k a month? Today, I’m showing you how to 10x your income with these simple steps! This works with any industry and any skill set you may have. You’ll learn how to prep your brain, dig deep to find your ‘why’, monetize what you’re good at, and uplevel your networking game. 5k to 50k has never been easier! Tune in to discover the keys to making more money the smarter way, not the harder way! Highlights 00:00 How to rewire your brain + find your ‘why’ before you go from 5k to 50k. 05:50 The importance of networking and collaboration. 07:10 Reaching the 50k mark through increasing lifetime customer value. 09:20 The simplest way to go from 5k to 50k a month. 
 Links + Resources: Get my framework for more abundance, meaning, and connection in my book - What Do You Really Want? 
 Get executive coaching with Cayla Craft! - Submit Here! 
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 Increase your INCOME, PORTFOLIO, and IMPACT! https://caylacraft.com/ 
 Check out the program to Rewire YOU for Business & take your business to the next level! Caylacraftpodcast.com 
 CONNECT WITH  CAYLA! Follow Cayla on Instagram @cayla.craft Website https://caylacraft.com/ 
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Go from 5k to 50k Per Month with this Proven Framework

How can you go from bartending to building a thriving business that makes 10k a month? I cannot wait to introduce the amazing Jessi O’Donnell, here to share her journey of building a faith-based business as a mama of two! Jessi is the founder of Shine Candle Co. and the mind behind Jessi Shine Method, where she teaches clients how to become business owners by creating their own products to sell online or physically. This episode will dive into the most powerful lessons + advice Jessi has learned so far, including the biggest mindset shifts, mistakes, and transitions it takes when building up your first business. We’ll talk networking and community, marketing digital products versus physical products, and creating a cohesive vision for your brand! You’ll learn how you can turn your dreams into a reality! Highlights: 00:35 Make your dreams a reality with Jessi O’Donnell, founder of Shine Candle Co.! 03:50 From bartender to building a successful candle business (while pregnant!). 09:05 How to foster a mindset to persist through any hardship. 12:30 Jessi’s journey with spirituality and rediscovering her faith. 16:40 The origin of Shine + deciding on a physical product versus digital product. 21:20 Practical tips for networking, collaborating + creating a vision for your brand. 25:35 The biggest lessons Jessi learned from her mistake. 28:35 Nurturing your inner child to take better care of your loved ones. 31:10 The power that comes from pursuing God with all your being. Links + Resources: Connect with Jessi! Instagram @theworldofjessi Shine Candle Co. Instagram @shinecandlecompany Website https://www.shinecandleco.com/ Get my framework for more abundance, meaning, and connection in my book - What Do You Really Want? 
 Get executive coaching with Cayla Craft! - Submit Here! 
 Increase your INCOME, PORTFOLIO, and IMPACT by working with one of our coaches! https://caylacraft.com/coach Check out the program to Rewire YOU for Business & take your business to the next level! 
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 CONNECT WITH  CAYLA! Follow Cayla on Instagram @cayla.craft Website https://caylacraft.com/ 
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Jessi O Donnell creates a consumer product & makes 10k/month while raising 2 kids

Get out of debt THIS YEAR by following these steps! Today, I’m going over the best advice from top financial gurus on getting out of debt. Not only will these practical tips help you tackle your debt, they’re also the key to making as much money as you want. I’ll share a variety of advice you can apply to whatever financial season you’re currently in to start increasing your wealth + raising your financial IQ. Tune in to learn what the best financial experts say about bringing your income to the next level! Highlights 00:45 The snowball method and why it works. 01:45 Using your negotiation power to get out of debt. 03:20 Increase your financial IQ in order to increase your income. 05:30 The benefits of paying yourself first + investing back into yourself. 08:05 The best ways to increase your income with extra money. 09:50 Weighing the pros & cons of using cash versus credit. 13:10 Finding a plan that works best for you and your finances. Links + Resources: Get my framework for more abundance, meaning, and connection in my book - What Do You Really Want? 
 Get executive coaching with Cayla Craft! - Submit Here! 
 Caylacraft.com/coach 
 Increase your INCOME, PORTFOLIO, and IMPACT! https://caylacraft.com/ 
 Check out the program to Rewire YOU for Business & take your business to the next level! Caylacraftpodcast.com 
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Challenging The Biggest Debt Experts on Their Advice

We have some big changes coming and while it’s not MY dream, I’m leaning into my faith and trusting in what our family needs in this season. My most requested guest is back on the podcast, my husband Chase and I are talking about our big upcoming move. While it's definitely going to be an adjustment to leave our beautiful home and all our friends here, Chase and I are sharing how we’ve come to this decision, plus tips for navigating changes with your spouse. Especially for when you’re not on the same page. Tune in to hear how I’m trusting God in this season, and what plans we have for our future. Highlights 03:00 Our real life update on our big move. 05:45 Reflecting on how many years we have our kids at home and opportunities we’re working to give them. 07:00 Where we’re moving to. 12:30 Tips for navigating changes and new adventures with your spouse. 15:00 What if my spouse and I aren’t on the same page? 21:00 Getting vulnerable about the parents we want to be and having faith in the journey. 
 Links + Resources: Get my framework for more abundance, meaning, and connection in my book - What Do You Really Want? 
 Get 50% OFF your first coaching session - go to caylacraft.com/coach 
 Get executive coaching with Cayla Craft! - Submit Here! Increase your INCOME, PORTFOLIO, and IMPACT! https://caylacraft.com/ Check out the program to Rewire YOU for Business & take your business to the next level! Caylacraftpodcast.com 
 CONNECT WITH  CAYLA! Follow Cayla on Instagram @cayla.craft Website https://caylacraft.com/ 
 Watch + Subscribe on YouTube - Cayla Craft

229 | Building a Talent Business Through Authentic Relationships - with Jen Proctor

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