Listen in while we talk about: why Blacks need to own their own media, who will tell our stories if we don’t, how social media has democratized communication, the power you literally hold in your hand, impactful books that we’ve written and read, what to do when you don’t have a seat at the table, what makes the ‘Thought Police’ so dangerous, marriage and money and mentorship … and more!

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If you're a professional speaker or would like to be, don't miss this episode with Dr. Cheryl Wood – my first live, in person interview since the pandemic started! We talk about a number of challenges facing speakers in this COVID season, such as how to charge for virtual speaking engagements, where to get public speaking experience when there aren't public gatherings, and how to build your speaking career in your downtime and in the meantime.

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This is a special episode to introduce you to Nicole Loiten and share her story, because she is a great example of finding success by getting out there and getting known. Nicole has built a 7-figure business and a thriving speaking career by marketing her book and her company using the same methods I’ve shared with my clients and students for over 20 years!

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Listen in to get the inside scoop on what the media is looking for, including: public relations in a nutshell and its best analogy ever, the 4 characteristics of a top-notch story, the 4 types of media (and which one you pay for), your connections to the black media, how to make FOMO work for you, press release do’s and don’ts, why your email pitch has to be short, why it pays to be nice … and more!

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Hang out with me and Emmy-award-winning Stanford grad Linda Lorelle – former journalist and TV anchor, now host of the Our Voices Matter podcast – as we talk about: what today’s technology makes possible, how owning your media lets you shape the message, who holds the stories that matter, why Clubhouse is such a big deal, how to video podcast like a pro … and more!

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If you’ve ever wondered how books become Hollywood movies, then you’ll love this episode with Shaun Robinson, former Access Hollywood co-host, now executive producer of Lifetime movies Lust and Envy.

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If you have big dreams of getting big publicity for your brand or your business, I’ve always said that you need to start small, and this week’s guest, 30-year veteran news anchor Darieth Chisolm, agrees!

So, listen in and learn as we share: a hot Zoom tip from a veteran news anchor, how to build publicity using OPP (Other People’s Platforms), what podcasts and YouTube can do for you that TV and newspapers can’t, 3 reasons to start small with your media publicity reach (plus 3 online spaces to get started), a no-fail podcast pitch, 2 essential steps before pitching to any podcast … and more!

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You will love my talk with Professor Denise Joy Hart if you’re nearing retirement and don’t know what you’ll do next, or if you’ve been feeling an urge to do that thing which you’ve always wanted to do but still haven’t done.

Listen in to hear about: the pandemic question that reshaped Denise’s life (it could change yours, too!), leaning into your natural gifts and skills, growing your hobby into a business, finding joy in your purpose and purpose in your joy, the keys to mastering any skill, where to find discipline and motivation, how defiance leads to success … and more!

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If you feel called to make a radical change in your career, business, or focus, but you think it can’t be done, then you’ll be inspired and encouraged by the masterful career pivots of Dominique Clark, who started with a career in medicine then became a 2-time Emmy-award-winning TV personality, professional matchmaker, and CEO and Founder of BeenWorthy.com.

Dominique is also proof of what I’ve been telling experts for years: your book is your business card, and it can also be your ticket to sharing your expertise and offering advice in newspapers and magazines, on television, and more.

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If you’re tired of interviews with celebs who’ve peaked in their industry, then you’ll love my talk with professional motivational speaker Rodney C. Burris, a top global speaker who’s still climbing that hill.

Listen in to hear about how an excellent referral network can actually limit business growth, what a pitch email subject line needs to be and needs to do, how to connect with authenticity, the mysteries of mirror neurons, the magic of mini-books, what you’ll gain through humility, what “I’m grown” really means … and more!

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