Nicole Lapin is a New York Times bestselling author and current host of the CW’s business reality competition show “Hatched.” 

She is Redbook Magazine’s first-ever money columnist and the first female “Money Expert of The Year” winner for the second year running. Her third book, Becoming Super Woman, is set to be released in March 2019. 

INSIDE THE EPISODE

- Tips for staying in budget during the holidays - How to avoid over spending online - Sometimes you find the perfect gift for someone, but it is way out of budget. What should you do? - How to handle unexpected holiday travel costs   CONNECT WITH NICOLE INSTANT ACCESS TO A BONUS CHAPTER OF BOSS BITCH. Nicolelapin.com/influencergirl    CONNECT WITH MONICA Instagram: @monicawoodhams Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com

Monica chats with Katherine McDermott of the Swipe Up podcast.

Inside the episode:

• The first thing to consider before starting a blog • Where to find the inspiration for quality content creation • Why you can effectively reach out to brands with a small audience • Where the influencer space is heading • Why you need to start building an audience on YouTube

Connect with Katherine

Instagram:@slightlysavvy

Website:http://Slightlysavvy.com

Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/swipe-up/id1419785105?mt=2

Connect with Monica

Instagram:@monicawoodhams

Blog:http://monicawoohdams.com

Sports Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-pretend-to-like-sports/id1436654039?mt=2

 

Bonus episode from the How To Pretend To Like Sports Podcast

The Capital Couple joins Monica to break down what you need to know when it comes to the college football playoffs.

Inside the episode:

• How the college football playoffs work • How the conference championships affect college football playoffs • Ohio State vs Oklahoma

Connect with Taylor and Ethan

Blog: http://capitalcouple.com

Instagram:@capitalcouple

Connect with Monica

Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com

Instagram: @monicawoodhams @howtopretendtolikesports

Monica chats with Megan DiVincenzo co-owner of The Sis Kiss about how retailers can have successful partnerships with brands.

InfluencerGirl15 for 15% off your order at http://www.thesiskiss.com

Inside the episode:

• Creating a product out of solving a problem

• Not being afraid to ask or give

• Evolving to where the attention is

• How to work with influencers

• Pitching yourself to brands

Connect with Megan

Instagram Handle: @thesiskiss

Website: http://www.thesiskiss.com

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thesiskiss/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/186765425248273/

Connect with Monica

Instagram: @monicawoodhams

Blog: www.monicawoodhams.com

 

Monica chats with Meredith Stagger of Cake and Confetti.

Inside the episode:

• transitioning from event planner to brand stylist
• showcasing your past brand collaborations
• keeping your audience’s trust
• building long-term partnerships with brands

CONNECT WITH MEREDITH

Website: http://cakeandconfetti.com

Instagram Handle: @cakeandconfetti

Facebook Page: Cake & Confetti

CONNECT WITH MONICA

Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com

Instagram Handle: @monicawoodhams

Monica chats with Meaghan of District Sparkle. District Sparkle is an ever-evolving lifestyle blog that focuses on style, beauty, and how to make it in the real world with a heavy dose of sarcasm.

Inside the episode:

• The importance of finding your voice as a blogger
• How to create content that your audience wants from you
• How to find the clarity to take your next career steps

BLOG POSTS MENTIONED:

Creating a Capsule Wardrobe: https://districtsparkle.com/creating-a-capsule-wardrobe/

Why You Should Wear SPF Every Day: https://districtsparkle.com/wear-spf-every-day/

Connect with Meaghan

Website: http://districtsparkle.com

Instagram Handle: @districtsparkle

Facebook Page: Facebook.com/DistrictSparkle

Connect with Monica

Instagram Handle: @monicawoodhams

Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com

Monica chats with Allison Kelley of But What Should I Wear.

Here's what they cover:

• how to know when your blog is ready to become a business
• why you can make a living without millions of followers
• how your worth is not in your following
• what quality content really means
• preventing burnout when blogging with a full time job
• what to do with your content beyoInstagramram

CONNECT WITH ALLISON

Website: http://butwhatshouldiwear.com

Instagram Handle: http://instagram.com/butwhatshouldiwear

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/butwhatshouldiwear/

CONNECT WITH MONICA

Blog: www.monicawoodhams.com

Instagram: @monicawoodhams

Monica sits down in-person with Taylor and Ethan of Capital Couple. 

They cover:

• Creating a local based brand
• Travel Based Blogging
• Working with your significant other
• Making long-term business decisions for your brand

CONNECT WITH THE CAPITAL COUPLE

Instagram: @capitalcouple

Website: http://capitalcouple.com/

CONNECT WITH MONICA

Instagram: @monicawodhams

The Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com

On episode 60, Monica chats with Cynthia Khuen, the creator of The Siren Confidential. 

Cynthia's goal is to inspire women of all ages and backgrounds to live full out - whether that includes fashion, travel, volunteering for their passion project or quitting their corporate job to pursue their passion and purpose.

In this episode they chat about:

• being an informed consumer
• how to inspire others
• maintaining your values as a blogger
• how to know if you should work with a brand or not
• finding a cause you're passionate about
• rescuing puppies
• keeping your local without excluding national audience

CONNECT WITH CYNTHIA

Website: http://www.thesirenconfidential.com

Instagram Handle: @thesirenconfidential

Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/thesirenconfidential

Sakura, the co-founder of Bloguettes and blogger behind Something Sakura sits down to talk to Monica on episode 59.

Here's what they cover:

• evolution of the blogging industry
• how the blogging industry has evolved into a personal brand
• what the successful bloggers are doing
• why you need to know how your followers use Instagram
• why personal branding isn’t just visual
• how to properly use stock photos
• benefits of bringing your personal life to your audience

CONNECT WITH SAKURA

Website: http://Www.somethingsakura.com

Instagram Handle: http://instagram.com/Sakuraconsidine

Facebook Page: http://Facebook.com/somethingsakura

Stock That Rocks: https://bloguettes.com/stock-that-rocks/