Human-First Founders Podcast: Inspiring Stories and Tips for Down-to-Earth Entrepreneurs

Ever thought about starting your own podcast? Or maybe you have one already and you're looking for branding, marketing and content tips - when it comes to podcasting??

Today's guest Richard has a 20-year career in marketing AND he's the host of the Inspire To Run Podcast, where he encourages people of all ages and skill levels to get off your couch and run!

In this episode, we chat about:

⭐ why rebranding was one of the best things Richard could do for his podcast

⭐Richard's best tips for getting started, marketing your podcast AND his secret to having endless content ideas

⭐ How running has changed Richard's life, and how he's turned that passion into a podcast that inspired others and gives others a platform to share their stories as well

⭐ and more!

Connect with Richard at inspiretorun.co and @inspiretorunpodcast on Instagram!

Connect with your host Kinsey:

• Authentic AI Website: diywith.ai
• Authentic AI Instagram: @authenticaiforentrepreneurs

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Coming back to work after taking time off? Whew, that can be a doozy. 😆

Whether you're lacking motivation, dealing with imposter thoughts, or just having trouble getting started, it can really throw you for a loop.

That's why I'm sharing my BEST TIPS for hopping back on the work horse in your business after taking a time off (or if you're just trying to start showing up in your business more often!)

Hit play now to hear:

⭐ how to shake off the mindset cobwebs and pump yourself up

⭐ a mindful meditation to help you step into your BEST (boss) SELF

⭐ helpful tips for overcoming the overwhelm and just getting started

⭐ a small trick for finding motivation to work again

⭐ the best way to boost your confidence with your community

**THIS IS PART 2 OF 2: To hear the first part of this episode, go back to episode 160 where I'm sharing about giving yourself the grace & space to take a break in your business - without feeling guilty about it!

Connect with your host Kinsey:

• Authentic AI Website: diywith.ai
• Authentic AI Instagram: @authenticaiforentrepreneurs

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Do you put pressure on yourself to DO ALL THE THINGS and SHOW UP ALL THE TIME for you business? Do you feel guilt or shame when your personal life gets in the way of your work?

I've totally been there, friend.

Telling myself that I have to stay consistent and keep showing up in my biz through thick and thin --- even when I risk dropping balls, diving deep into burnout and/or simply showing up in a way that feels forced / unaligned / icky.

So today, I wanted to talk about how we can assess our  ENTIRE life/biz ecosystem to make executive decisions about what we need to prioritize in our business and personal life through every season. (and OWN those decisions!) 

Hit play now to hear:

⭐ prioritizing and balancing ALL the things in our personal life and business

⭐ accepting that our personal life and business are inevitably intertwined

⭐ taking the pressure off ourselves and giving ourselves space/grace when we need it

⭐ releasing guilt and shame you may feel for not being able to do it all

⭐ taking agency in your biz/life and making executive decisions about what is right for YOU  in every situation (even if it's not what you "should" be doing)

**THIS IS PART 1 OF 2: Continue listening to this recording in Episode 161 to hear tips for hopping back on the work horse after taking a break from your biz

Connect with your host Kinsey:

• Authentic AI Website: diywith.ai
• Authentic AI Instagram: @authenticaiforentrepreneurs

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Who needs a good pep talk?!  We all go through difficult things in our lives, but what if you were able to turn your painful past experiences into something positive you can share with the world?

Today's guest Kay Kay Smith helps people do just that. 🤗

As a multi-passionate lifelong entrepreneur who's dealt with quite a bit of trauma throughout her life, she's realized that the pain she has overcome now allows her to help other navigate similar experiences.

And she's helping other women reason how they can do the same.

Hit play now to hear:

⭐ how you can shift your mind around your past painful experiences and turn them into your purpose to change the world

⭐ Kay Kay's best advice when it comes to overcoming imposter syndrome

⭐ Tips for navigating business as a multi-passionate entrepreneur

Connect with Kay Kay at konfidentlykreating.com or @kksmithmedia on Instagram!

Connect with your host Kinsey:

• Authentic AI Website: diywith.ai
• Authentic AI Instagram: @authenticaiforentrepreneurs

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Looking for a way to give yourself a little extra $$ cushion in your business? Today's guest Abby is sharing how she's used affiliate marketing to gain 5K new followers and make an extra $5K, in the past two months alone!

Hit play now to hear:

⭐ what the Amazon Influencer Program is - and why you should apply!

⭐ Abby's approach to using Reels with affiliate marketing to make extra money in your business

⭐ how to create an affiliate marketing strategy for your business

⭐ and more!

Connect with Abby at amazon.com/shop/abbyrpeek and @abbypeek on Instagram!

Connect with your host Kinsey:

• Authentic AI Website: diywith.ai
• Authentic AI Instagram: @authenticaiforentrepreneurs

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Whether you're a fellow travel nerd or you're simply looking for tips on repurposing video content, this is a great episode for you. 😘

Today's guest Katie has spent the last 8 years living and working abroad across the globe, and she's now turned her passion for memorable, meaningful and responsible travel into a business!

Hit play now to hear:

⭐ the ins and outs of what it's like to actually work with a travel advisor

⭐ Katie and I geek out about our travel experiences (such as the squishy penguins in Antarctica!!!)

⭐ Katie's process when it comes to capturing and editing video content for her travel vlog

⭐ ideas for how you can create multiple pieces of content from one topic or video (for multiple platforms, too!)

Connect with Katie at travelbrio.com and @briotravel_ on Instagram!

Connect with your host Kinsey:

• Authentic AI Website: diywith.ai
• Authentic AI Instagram: @authenticaiforentrepreneurs

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Do you struggle to write email newsletters that nurture your email list? You're not alone, my friend. 😆

That's why today, we're chatting with email marketing expert Allea of Duett about how you can write automated Welcome Sequences AND Nurture Sequences for your email list that keep your audience engaged and wanting more!

Hit play now to learn:

⭐ the secret to writing engaging content that your ideal customers want to read

⭐ the BEST things to include in your email welcome sequence to make people want to stay (and not hit that unsubscribe button)

⭐ how to create an automated NURTURE sequence with evergreen content (so you don't have to worry about writing newsletters every week 🙌)

⭐ Allea's tricks for overcoming the email mindset hurdles that might be stopping you from hitting that send button

Connect with Allea at duett.co or on Instagram at @alleagrummert!

Connect with your host Kinsey:

• Authentic AI Website: diywith.ai
• Authentic AI Instagram: @authenticaiforentrepreneurs

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There are no rules when it comes to how you can use audio and video for your business, so today, we're dishing up some inspiration for how you can get creative and start thinking outside the box!

Our guest JR Shaw's podcast Galveston Unscripted started as a "historic audio running tour" of his hometown Galveston, TX - and has now turned into his full time job! He's partnering with the town of Galveston, Airbnb owners, and even expanding his services to other cities across the country.

Hit play now to hear:

⭐ how JR turned his side passion project into a full blown business

⭐ his process for easily creating short videos that tell a story in under 60 seconds (yes, he uses Canva!)

⭐ JR's best tips for repurposing videos for Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook and Youtube

⭐ how JR got super confident speaking into the mic and being on camera (even as a semi-shy kiddo!)

Connect with JR at galvestonunscripted.com and on Instagram at @insta_aggie and @galvestonunscripted!

Connect with your host Kinsey:

• Authentic AI Website: diywith.ai
• Authentic AI Instagram: @authenticaiforentrepreneurs

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Looking for things to post for your brand in February 2023? Today, I'm sharing an exclusive training I recorded for my online membership The Feel Good Social Club. 🤗

These are audio recording I share every month, along with a month-specific PDF planner, that walks my members through the themes, hashtag holidays, and content ideas for each upcoming month.

And today, you're getting an inside peek, er, listen into February's training!

Hit play now to hear:

⭐ the 3 major themes for the month of February

⭐ creative ways to create content for your brand and make your ideal customers feel special this month

⭐ how to post about Black History month without being bandwagon-y or performative

Want to join us in the Feel Good Social Club now? Check it out and join today: feelgoodsocial.com/club

Connect with your host Kinsey:

• Authentic AI Website: diywith.ai
• Authentic AI Instagram: @authenticaiforentrepreneurs

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Wondering how you can make your reels as easy and strategic as possible? Today, I'm chatting with the expert!

Gel Raquel is a reels coach and strategist who helps her clients create eye-catching authentic video content that get people to actually slow their scroll.

In today's episode, she's dishing up practical advice for how you can create video content that will get great results - without feeling like you have to sell your soul to Instagram!

We chat about:

⭐ how to create your reels strategy (and video content) that feels authentic to YOU

⭐ tips for easily batching reels without feeling inauthentic or stale

⭐ choosing reels trends that feel good to you and work with your audience

Connect with Gel on Instagram at @gelraquel!

Connect with your host Kinsey:

• Authentic AI Website: diywith.ai
• Authentic AI Instagram: @authenticaiforentrepreneurs

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