In this inspiring episode of Living Boldly with Purpose, Dr. Brian Earnold sits down with Stacia Crawford, Emmy Award-winning television producer, media strategist, entrepreneur, and founder of Stay Ready Media.
After spending nearly 30 years producing television news for major networks including ABC, Stacia took a leap of faith, leaving corporate media behind to build a business that helps entrepreneurs, authors, coaches, and business leaders become recognized authorities through strategic media exposure.
Stacia shares her remarkable journey—from growing up in Baltimore after losing both parents at a young age, being raised by her grandmother, discovering her passion for journalism, becoming a successful television producer, and ultimately creating a thriving media agency dedicated to helping others amplify their voices.
Together, Dr. Brian and Stacia explore identity, trust, entrepreneurship, media visibility, personal development, resilience, leadership, family, health, and the importance of telling your story so the people who need you can find you.
If you've ever wondered how to get featured in the media, build your credibility, or overcome the fear of putting yourself out there, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice.
🔥 In This Episode You'll Learn:
• How Stacia transitioned from television producer to successful entrepreneur
• Why your story is your greatest marketing asset
• How media builds authority and grows your business
• The biggest mistakes people make when pitching the media
• Why relationships and trust are essential for long-term success
• How personal development transformed Stacia's business journey
• The importance of coaches, mentors, and lifelong learning
• How health, family, and purpose create lasting success
• Why your expertise deserves to be seen and heard
This episode is a powerful reminder that your voice matters, your story has value, and the world cannot benefit from your gifts if it doesn't know you exist.
🌐 Connect with Stacia Crawford
Website: https://stayreadymedia.com
Learn how to build your authority, get featured in the media, strengthen your brand, and grow your business through strategic publicity and storytelling.
🎙 Connect with Dr. Brian Earnold
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrianearnold
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianearnold
🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@brianearnold1
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianearnold
🐦 X (Twitter): https://x.com/DrBearnold
🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brianearnold1
📚 Read Dr. Brian's books: https://brianearnold.com/books
🎤 Want to Be a Guest on Our Podcast or Speak at One of Our Monthly Events?
Book a conversation with Dr. Brian here:
👉 https://www.BookWithBrian.us
Register for our monthly virtual conferences:
👉 https://events.becomingtheperson.com
🎙 Follow me for more podcasting tips and exclusive offers:
📸 Instagram: @drbrianearnold
📘 Facebook: @brianearnold
🎥 YouTube: @brianearnold1
💼 LinkedIn: Brian Earnold
🐦 X (Twitter): @DrBearnold
🎵 TikTok: @brianearnold1
📚 Read my books: brianearnold.com/books
Want to be the next story featured on our podcast? Book a session here 👉 www.BookWithBrian.us
Want to Start Your Own Podcast? Go to: www.thepodcastchallenge.com
👉 Support our show: ThePodcastChallenge.com
Support the show http://thepodcastchallenge.com
Monthly events: becomingthroughaction.live
Want to speak at one of our monthly events? Apply here 👉 becomingthroughaction.live