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In this episode of the Hello, C.S. Dorsey podcast, I chat with Magda, co-founder of Moolah, an investing platform designed for beginners. Magda opens up about the highs and lows of her entrepreneurial journey, stressing the need for perseverance, a focus on the positives, and truly pursuing one's purpose.

We dive into the dangers of comparing ourselves to others and how important it is to stay true to our own paths. Magda also shares actionable advice for women in business and discusses Moolah's upcoming 30-day financial challenge, aimed at helping people take control of their finances.

It's a candid conversation about what it really takes to be an entrepreneur and the mindset needed for success.

00:13 About Moolah: The Investing Platform
00:51 The Entrepreneurial Journey: Highs and Lows
02:47 Finding Purpose and Overcoming Challenges
04:50 Personal Stories and Moments of Realization
07:06 Actionable Advice for Women in Business

Where to find Magda:

Website: www.Moo.la
Instagram: instagram.com/moola_copilot/
Facebook: facebook.com/MoolaCopilot/

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In this episode, Sean Edwards, the founder of The Balloon Guy in Los Angeles, shares his unique journey from a childhood fascination with balloon twisting to becoming a renowned balloon artist known for his impressive decorations. 

Sean talks about the evolution of his business, the creative challenges he faces, and the importance of customer satisfaction. He also offers valuable advice for those looking to start a business in the creative space, emphasizing the importance of starting and trusting the journey. 

Tune in to hear more about Sean's inspiring 'hello moment' and his tips for standing out in a competitive industry.

00:14 Meet Sean Edwards: The Balloon Guy
02:03 From Balloon Twister to Balloon Decorator
03:25 Childhood Dreams and Career Path
04:40 A Defining Moment in Business
07:59 Balancing Creativity and Business
08:57 Standing Out in the Balloon Industry
12:42 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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In this episode, I'm recording from my car sharing my recent experience of driving for Lyft to make extra money for Christmas and marketing expenses.

I discuss the importance of documenting and sharing the journey of building a business, rather than just the successes.

Tune in to hear insights about growing an email list, the benefits of regular communication, and how sharing your daily wins and struggles can engage your audience.

Don't miss out on my tips for starting a podcast using just your phone and a voice note app, and download my free➡ Podcast Launch Guide

00:47 The Importance of Documenting Your Journey
02:54 Practical Tips for Starting a Podcast
04:13 Sharing Personal Struggles and Successes

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In this episode, I dive into the nitty-gritty of podcast intros and outros. 

Do you really need them when you're just starting out? Spoiler: Not really. 

I talk about the importance of a good trailer and keeping things simple in the beginning. 

You'll also hear my own experiences, including hiring someone on Fiverr and using royalty-free music from Pixabay. 

Whether to use intros and outros is a personal choice, but be careful not to burn out with all the bells and whistles. 

Tune in to get practical tips and a friendly nudge towards simplicity. 

00:16 The Importance of a Podcast Trailer

00:43 When to Add an Intro and Outro

01:06 Creating and Using Intros and Outros

02:04 Personal Experience with Intros and Outros

03:25 Keeping It Simple and Avoiding Burnout

 If you're a coach, consultant, course creator, service provider, or author, and want to launch your podcast to grow your business and audience and amplify your message, I have a podcast launch guide that will help you set the tone and foundation for your podcast. ➡️https://learn.hellocsdorsey.com/

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In this episode, I focus on strategies for using podcasting and Facebook pop-up groups to launch your book online successfully. 

Building on part one, which covered in-person book launches using podcasts, this part delves into a five-day Facebook group book launch party. 

Key steps:

1. Pre-recording excerpts
2. Scheduling posts
3. Engaging with your audience via live Q&As
4. And offering prizes to boost participation. 

Additionally, create two QR codes for your book and podcast will help in seamless promotion. This method is a dual benefit—boosting both book sales and podcast subscriptions.

00:33 Using Podcasting for Online Book Launch

01:05 Setting Up a Facebook Pop-Up Group

01:30 Pre-Launch Preparations

02:20 Executing the Launch Party

03:06 Utilizing QR Codes for Promotion

If you're a coach, consultant, course creator, service provider, or author, and want to launch your podcast to grow your business and audience and amplify your message, I have a podcast launch guide that will help you set the tone and foundation for your podcast. ➡️https://learn.hellocsdorsey.com/

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In this fun and insightful episode, I dive into how authors can leverage podcasting to supercharge their in-person book launch events.

Whether you’re self-published or traditionally published, discover genius strategies to record and promote excerpts of your book through a podcast and create immersive content for your readers.

I share tips on using QR codes and Canva-generated business cards and postcards to add an extra layer to your podcast during book signings, festivals, and more.

Stay tuned for part two, where I’ll explore using podcasting for your online book launch!

00:38 Why Launch a Podcast Before Your Book
00:59 Creating Podcast Content from Your Book
01:28 Using QR Codes to Promote Your Podcast
03:18 Designing Promotional Materials
04:44 Publishing and Scheduling Your Podcast Episodes

 If you're a coach, consultant, course creator, service provider, or author, and want to launch your podcast to grow your business and audience and amplify your message, I have a podcast launch guide that will help you set the tone and foundation for your podcast. ➡️https://learn.hellocsdorsey.com/

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In this episode, I'm spilling the beans on how to make your podcast not just a passion project, but a cash cow!

We'll chat about syncing your offers with your podcast episodes, weaving in call-to-actions without sounding like a robot, and making good use of pre-roll, mid-roll, and post-roll ads.

Plus, I cover why bringing in client testimonials is pure gold and how to turn your YouTube how-to videos into podcast gold.

Ready to get those creative juices flowing and start raking in the dough?

Let's dive in!

00:26 Defining Your Offer
01:24 Integrating Your Offer into Episodes
03:09 Using Dynamic Content for Promotions
06:10 Client Testimonials and Interviews
07:05 Educational Content and Tutorials
08:46 Repurposing YouTube Content

 If you're a coach, consultant, course creator, service provider, or author, and want to launch your podcast to grow your business and audience and amplify your message, I have a podcast launch guide that will help you set the tone and foundation for your podcast. ➡️https://learn.hellocsdorsey.com/

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In this episode, we discuss the number of episodes to launch with when starting your podcast.

I share my recommendation to start with four episodes to prevent burnout, compared to the more commonly suggested eight episodes.

Additionally, I provide strategies for repurposing content from your Facebook lives into podcast episodes and outline the content for your first four episodes.

Don't forget to check out my podcast launch guide below!

00:07 Repurposing Content for Your Podcast
00:48 How Many Episodes to Launch With
03:02 Batch Recording Strategies
04:28 Content Ideas for Initial Episodes
06:18 Using Existing Content

 If you're a coach, consultant, course creator, service provider, or author, and want to launch your podcast to grow your business and audience and amplify your message, I have a podcast launch guide that will help you set the tone and foundation for your podcast. ➡️https://learn.hellocsdorsey.com/

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In this, I address a common question from my recent Facebook group challenge-turned-bootcamp: 'Do you need new graphics for each episode?'

I advise using a set template and only changing essential details like the episode title and number.

It's essential to keep a streamlined process, especially when you're managing graphic creation alone. I also share tips on using Canva for creating templates and emphasize the importance of promoting guest episodes to help them and your podcast grow.

00:31 Do You Need New Graphics for Each Episode?
00:49 Graphics for Solo Episodes
01:57 Graphics for Guest Episodes
03:28 Promoting Solo Episodes
05:41 Batching Graphics for Multiple Guests
06:45 Highlighting Your Guests

 If you're a coach, consultant, course creator, service provider, or author, and want to launch your podcast to grow your business and audience and amplify your message, I have a podcast launch guide that will help you set the tone and foundation for your podcast. ➡️https://learn.hellocsdorsey.com/

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In this episode, I address a common question: 'How long should your podcast episodes be?' I explain that the ideal length varies depending on the type of podcast and audience preference.

I recommend around 45 minutes for guest interviews, but my preference is to keep them to 25 minutes to ensure they are focused and actionable.

Health-related podcasts might benefit from being around 30 minutes long while solo episodes can be as short as 10 minutes.

I emphasize the importance of tailoring the length to your content and audience, and not being afraid to deviate from norms.

00:07 Determining Podcast Length
00:27 Guest Episodes Duration
02:36 Solo Episodes Duration
03:58 Content Creation Tips
05:11 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

 If you're a coach, consultant, course creator, service provider, or author, and want to launch your podcast to grow your business and audience and amplify your message, I have a podcast launch guide that will help you set the tone and foundation for your podcast. ➡️https://learn.hellocsdorsey.com/

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