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  • 65. Online Visibility with Madison Tinder
    Showing up online can be really scary! Did you know one of the most common fears entrepreneurs have is fear of failure and judgement? These fears stop us from showing up and moving forward with our business. Overcoming this fear and truly knowing how to show up in the online space can be a game changer that's why I have asked marketing and visibility expert Madison Tinder today on the podcast. Madison shares her journey starting her business and ways she used visibility strategies to scale, grow, and create impact. More about the guest: Madison is passionate about helping female entrepreneurs get more visible, step into that badass CEO role & make an impact. Madison is the amazing brains behind the new e-commerce business called Soulful Scrunchies bringing us serious 80's vibes with a modern luxury look. Go check them out over at @shopsoulfulscrunchies Madison is also the host of @soulfulsocial podcast where she touches on all things entrepreneurship, marketing, and mindset.

    Guest Contact:
    • Follow Madison on Instagram, check out her website here.
    28 min
  • 64. Make Marriage Work with Mallory & Stranz Wolfgramm

    🤫"Shh, there going to couple's counseling? Something must be wrong" 😱

    Have you heard that before? I sure have! Society has made it taboo to go to couples counseling, movies make it seem like the couples are on the verge of breaking up or married couples on the bridge of divorce.

    Today's guests Mallory & Stranz, are going to break the stigma of going to couples counseling, how they make marriage work, and how Mallory supports her clients as a couples therapist.

    More about our guest:

    Mallory is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and her husband Stranz is an advocate for all things therapy. Mallory & Stranz were newlyweds when she started graduate school for Marriage & Family Therapy. They consider those years their "marriage boot camp" where they learned so much, worked hard and went to couples therapy to really figure out how to navigate conflict and emotions in their relationship. Mallory now works as a Couples & Individual Therapist in Private Practice. Mallory & Stranz are the hosts of the Make Marriage Work podcasts where they share tips and resources to help happy couples learn how to argue better and connect more.

    Guest Contact:

    Follow Mallory on Instagram, listen to their podcast here.

    43 min
  • 63. #DatingAdvice during COVID-19 with Dr. Christie Kederian
    63. #DatingAdvice during COVID-19 with Dr. Christie Kederian Dating is hard enough. Now mix in a global pandemic and it makes you feel like there is no hope to meet someone that can become your life partner. That's why I am joined on today's episode with Dr. Christie Kederian, a nationally renowned relationship expert who specializes in helping clients create lives they love and find the love they deserve. We talk about finding the right partner and navigating virtual dating during COVID-19.

    More about the guest: Dr. Christie has an extensive career as a professional matchmaker and relationship expert for eHarmony and Match.com affiliate company, Christie has helped hundreds of people find love and improve their relationships. She is a "Triple Trojan" receiving her Bachelor's, Master's & doctoral degree at the University of Southern California in Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy. She is also a radio host, of The Lyrical Therapy Hour and has been a featured expert in ABC, NBC, KTLA, the Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Cosmopolitan and many more.

    Guest Contact:
    • Follow Dr. Christie Kederian on Instagram, check out her website here.
    33 min
  • 62. Giving Birth During COVID-19 While Scaling a Business with Liz Mcvoy

    2020 was A HOT MESS! Can I get an Amen! And a while everything around the world seemed chaotic life didn't stop. We had to roll with it and that is just what my guest today did. In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing an amazing entrepreneur Liz Mcvoy who not only gave birth during COVID-19, while working a full-time job but also scaled her business. Liz provides insights into the world of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Liz also shares her expertise in video marketing and showing up confidently. Liz's message is about resiliency and preserving no matter what the circumstances are. I know you will enjoy just as much as I enjoyed having her on.

    More about Liz: Liz Mcvoy is a Video and Marketing Consultant with over ten years of experience, who founded a creative marketing agency where she helps entrepreneurs and brands have greater visibility and impact in their field. Liz loves to share how to use storytelling via video, to attract, engage, and convert clients into your business. So if you've been struggling with video marketing @lizmcvoycreative has got your back!

    Guest Contact:
    • Follow Liz on Instagram, check out her website here.
    33 min
  • 61. You vs. Productivity with Grace Blacksea

    Do you feel like you ALWAYS have to be plugged into your business?

    Have you been told that if you are not doing anything that you are considered lazy? Maybe you have a massive to-do list and want to take back control of your time energy?

    If you resonated with any of that, you arrived at the right place. I am thrilled to have had Grace Blacksea come on to the show and share her game-changer insights on productivity and what it means as a business owner. Grace and I chat about burnout, time management, owning your unique way of doing things, and so much more.

    More about Grace: Grace is the Ceo of Quench Collective, an online community for female entrepreneurs and leaders. Grace teaches female founders how to uplevel their strategy, systems, and mindset so they can generate more impact and income by leveraging their most valuable asset, their time. Grace's mission is to help women banish burnout, scale smarter not harder, and truly step into the role of CEO.

    Guest Contact:
    • Follow Grace on Instagram, check out her website here.
    38 min
  • 60. Overcoming Burnout with Hannah Nieves
    60. Overcoming Burnout with Hannah Nieves Are you feeling burnout? Does your job not fulfill you anymore? Are you exhausted and wish you had the tools to overcome it?I believe we can learn through other people's experiences that's why I interviewed Hannah Nieves, an extraordinary Latina entrepreneur who has an amazing story to share about how she overcame burnout and created a life and business she loves. In this episode, Hannah will share her journey and insights into her zone of genius on how to promote yourself authentically within your business.

    More about the guest:

    Hannah Nieves has extensive experience in marketing, branding, and PR. Hannah knows what it takes to build, market, and promote authentic brands and create results. Hannah is also the host of The Thrive Society Podcast where she shares inspiring stories and strategies from aspiring entrepreneurs and brands looking to level up their business. Hannah has been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, and In style. Hannah is your go-to gal when it comes to elevating your luxury brand.

    Guest Contact:
    • Follow Hannah on Instagram, check out her website here.
    37 min
  • 59. Let's Just Talk About Perfectionism with Valerie Rocio
    "I'm a perfectionist!". How many times have you used your perfectionism as an excuse? Raise Your Hand…. Perfectionism can often feel like a strength, a way to accomplish all the things, get rewarded, and avoid the criticism. But it also creates unnecessary stress and anxiety. Am I right? While hard work and achievement matters, they aren't always what matters most. That's why I chat with my good friend Valerie Rocio, as she shares her struggles with her own perfectionism as an entrepreneur and how she navigates this within her business. She shares tangible tips on how to start the process of overcoming perfectionism. More About the Guest: Valerie is the CEO & Founder of Lumos Creative. Lumos Creative was established in September 2018 with a mission to provide small and woman-owned businesses with quality content to give them a competitive advantage. Valerie began as a solopreneur offering videography, photography and social media management. In the past year Lumos Creative has grown to a team of 6 female creatives, now offering: Social Media Management, Video and Photography, Graphic and Web Design, Branding and Strategy, Blog Writing, and Pinterest Management. Valerie is also the host of the You Glow Girl Podcast.

    Guest Contact:
    • Follow Valerie on Instagram at @valerierocio, check out her business website @lumoscreative.
    1 hr 3 min
  • 58. Goodbye 2020

    Join me today as I ramble about 2020. I wanted to say how grateful I am for you listening to the podcast. I can't wait to step into 2021 and season 4 of the podcast. Watch out because it is going to be AMAZING!

    10 min
  • 57. It's the holidays for me with Self-Care Gang hosts Devyn & Desireé

    IT'S THE HOLIDAYS FOR ME

    The holidays are not always easy. They can bring up triggers, drama, and bottled up emotions. That's why thanks to @iamhellostudios I was able to get together with the ladies of the @selfcare.gang podcast Devyn & Desireé to spill all the tea on how to handle the holidays whether you're spending it alone, going to see family, or using this time to reflect we talk about it all. We share personal advice on handling the holidays and how to protect your peace.

    More about the guests:

    Devyn & Desireé are the hosts of the @selfcare.gang podcast. Devyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and Desireé is a Mental Health Advocate pursuing a degree in rehabilitation counseling. They chat about all things mental health, pop culture, and tackle some heavy topics. These Black Queens are not afraid to tell it how it is while also providing empathy and compassion so go and show some love over at their podcast.

    Follow Devyn @sentfromdevyn & Desireé @itsdesicakes

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    47 min
  • 56. Let's Just Talk About Domestic Violence with Jo Lam

    I am so honored to have today's guest on the podcast Jo Lam, a first-generation immigrant, spiritual gangster, domestic violence survivor, and Founder & Ceo of Project Beauty. Project Beauty is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals through beauty and self-love. This episode is very special as we spread awareness of Domestic Violence.

    Did you know? On average, 24 people per minute are victims of rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner in the United States — more than 12 million women and men over the course of a year.

    Disclaimer: We talk about some heavy stuff in this episode, and I want to caution you to listen to this episode with someone you trust.

    To reach out to Jo and help support her cause follow: @project_beauty_dfw @dallasbeautywellness --- www.theprojectbeauty.org

    1 hr

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A monthly podcast for ambitious women & entrepreneurs who are ready to make mental health a priority. Join host Monica Denais, therapy & mindset coach each month as she discusses the…