Social Media is an important part of people’s lives to keep in touch with friends and family, for work, and even for entertainment. While social media platforms have been around for a while, they have never been used more than they are now.  Platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, and Facebook are free for anyone who wants to grow their audience and build a side hustle including you. A side hustle is great and it’s typically something that you do in addition to your regular job. 

Join the conversation with Ayana Lage as she shares her journey in building trust with her audience and growing as her career as a social media influencer. Ayana is a trusted voice on social media, a lifestyle blogger, and a freelance writer. She writes about motherhood, mental health, social justice, and everyday life from her blog. She is also the host of the Asked By Ayana Podcast. 

In this episode, you will learn about

●      Ayana’s career background (01:45)

●      About Ayana podcast Asked By Ayana Podcast (03:30)

●      A trusted voice on social media “How the journey started” (04:33)

●      Being open and vulnerable to your audience without fear of judgment (06:32)

●      Ayana’s unexpected layoff and how she dealt with it (08:10)

●      Achieving a balance between your work, personal life, and family (11:22)

●      Overcoming burn out and influencer fatigue (13:39)

●      How to start out and grow your audience on social media (16:30)

●      Dealing with situations where your followers don’t agree with your content (18:20)

●      Ayana advice on starting a side hustle (22:57)

●      Resources recommended for personal development (25:28)

●      How to connect and reach out to Ayana (26:38) 

●      Goal Digger Podcast

Podcast: https://askedbyayana.buzzsprout.com/

Website: https://ayanalage.com/

Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/ayanagabriellelage/

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Don't forget to check out the blog by visiting  www.livingboldlywithsteph.com. If you have any questions, comments, or want to chat, email Steph at hello @livingboldlywithsteph.com.

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Everything is all about your intention and staying true to yourself. Changing your perspective around failure and the judgment that comes with it can help you take the next right step in achieving your goals. People will always have their opinion in everything you do. They will judge you if you do nothing and more when you do too little or too much. Asking for people’s opinions will always sway your choices but learning how to live in your truth, above the fear of failure, and societal pressure will be a win-win every day. 

In this episode, I have the pleasure to interview Tinsaye, a Petite Plus Size Fashion blogger. Tinsaye focuses on attainable classic fashion. Her goal is to help women get the most out of their wardrobe and be a representation for the most underserved group within the fashion industry. 

In this episode, you will learn about:

• Tinsaye career backstory  (02:48) 
• What inspired  Tinsaye to the idea of starting a Petite Plus Size Fashion Blog  (02:50)
• How the pandemic drove Tinsaye into her passion (06:18)
• What Tinsaye  does as a full-time job (07:43)
• How Tinsaye overcome the fear of starting her blog (09:07)
• Why you need to stop asking people for their opinions and set boundaries (11:20)
• Brand and shopping experience when it comes to fashion (15:57)
• Attainable fashion (17:42)
• How to get yourself out there and start your thing (22:17)
• Connecting with people that are doing similar things in your industry (26:11)
• Locking your name on every platform when starting your brand (28:12)

Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/aspectsoftinsaye/

Website: https://aspectsoftinsaye.com/

Thank you so much for listening to LIVING BOLDLY WITH STEPH PODCAST! 

Don't forget to check out the blog by visiting  www.livingboldlywithsteph.com. If you have any questions, comments, or want to chat, email Steph at hello @livingboldlywithsteph.com.

Follow along her journey through her social media channels:

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Opinions, failure, fear, judgment. Fashion, 

Your story matters because you matter. Your voice, struggles, and feelings also matter. Your story is uniquely your own, and no one can tell it your way. Out there, there’s somebody that cares, someone who wants to hear you and listen to what you have to say. Telling your story is one of the most powerful tools that you’ve in your arsenal for healing, creating new opportunities, and inspiring others to take action. It will not only transform you, but it will also make a difference in the world around you. 

Don’t wait to tell your story when your life becomes perfect. Where you’re right now, it’s perfect, and someone is waiting for you to bring it out here. Join the conversation with your host Stephanie as she shares masterpiece lessons on how and why you should share your story, the best time, and ways to do it.

In this episode, you will learn about:

• The power of sharing your story (01:02)
• You have a story, and people want to hear it (03:20)
• What is your story and what you should share (03:45)
• How to rise above your personality and speak up about yourself (05:45)
• Three reasons why you should tell your story your way (07:10)
• Learning how to appreciate your voice (13:00)
• Sharing your story to connect and evoke change (13:52)
• Using your simple formats to tell your story (19:15)

Website:     http://www.livingboldlywithsteph.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingboldlywithsteph/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/Livingboldlywithsteph/

Thank you so much for listening to LIVING BOLDLY WITH STEPH PODCAST! 

Don't forget to check out the blog by visiting  www.livingboldlywithsteph.com. If you have any questions, comments, or want to chat, email Steph at hello @livingboldlywithsteph.com.

Follow along her journey through her social media channels:

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-Facebook

-Twitter

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Life is a journey, and along the way, we’re going to meet different challenges. It gets easier, and it gets harder, but if you learn how to change your attitude and focus on what you can do best with gratitude every day, then you can develop a healthy discipline that'll help you thrive. When you concentrate on what you can control and set attainable, actionable goals, you will cultivate long-term self-discipline and self-development. 

My guest for this episode is Melissa Salazar. She is an actuarial analyst with a bachelor’s degree in statistics from the University of Florida. In addition, Melissa does health fitness, personal development, discipline, and holistic health.  She is also the creator of Flex Discipline, which is part of today’s discussion. Join the conversation and be inspired on how you can develop new habits and be consistent in a new discipline.

In this episode, you will learn about:

• How Steph and Melissa met and how their friendship grew (02:48)
• About Melissa Salazar (06:34)
• What is Flex Discipline and why Melissa created it (09:45)
• Creating mental shift towards a healthy discipline(13:47)
• Your situation is not permanent keep moving  (18:00)
• Resources and strategies to navigate through challenges (10:54)
• How to build new habits, stay consistent and disciplined (22:00)
• What motivates Melissa to keep the discipline going (26:00)
• Personal development resources that you should get hold of (28:15)
• Why you need to be introspective with reading (28:42)

Books Recommended:

• Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones by James Clear
• The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy

Connect with Melissa

• Instagram: Flex Discipline

Thank you so much for listening to LIVING BOLDLY WITH STEPH PODCAST! 

Don't forget to check out the blog by visiting  www.livingboldlywithsteph.com. If you have any questions, comments, or want to chat, email Steph at hello @livingboldlywithsteph.com.

Follow along her journey through her social media channels:

• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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When you recognize that something is pushing you to start a project or career, writing it down and praying over it builds unexplained confidence. Knowing that you are unstoppable in achieving your wildest dreams is a desire we all have because it brings light to our lives. Join me, Stephanie Darilus, in this wonderful episode from Living Boldly With Steph as I engage with Keandra Davis. 

Keandra is such an amazing beautiful soul who is passionate about enriching and inspiring others in life. Born in Miami, Florida, Keandra earned her undergraduate bachelor’s degree in African-American studies from the University of Florida. She also holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Florida State University and currently pursuing her Doctorate in Public Policy.

This episode will talk about the importance of knowing your purpose, cultivating passion, and achieving goals. We will also discuss the importance of journaling your dreams and overcoming the fear of starting new projects. 

• Fervent: A Woman's Battle Plan to Serious, Specific and Strategic Prayer by Priscilla Shirer

Facebook:   https://web.facebook.com/ConversationsWithKeandra/

Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/conversationswithkeandra/

YouTube: Conversations With Keandra

Email: [email protected]

Thank you so much for listening to LIVING BOLDLY WITH STEPH PODCAST! 

Don't forget to check out the blog by visiting  www.livingboldlywithsteph.com. If you have any questions, comments, or want to chat, email Steph at [email protected].

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In the first and inaugural episode of Living Boldly with Steph, host Stephanie takes you through the story of how she started her podcast, sharing details of how fear, anguish, anxiety, and more kept her from really living out her passions! Steph explores concepts of fear, determination, the judgment of others, and why you should never be driven by failure! In fact, in her eyes, you should embrace failure! This first episode will push you to explore what keeps you from living out your dreams and make you value the challenging, uncomfortable moments that keep you from trying new things. By the time you finish listening, you will have learned the power of finding comfort in trusting not only yourself but also the journey and will have gained valuable wisdom on the importance of valuing your vision, your process!

Don't forget to check out the blog by visiting  www.livingboldlywithsteph.com

If you have any questions, comments, or want to chat, email Steph at [email protected].

Follow along her journey through her social media channels:
-Instagram
-Facebook
-Twitter

Be kind to yourself, and live boldly!

Welcome to the Living Boldly With Steph Podcast, hosted by me (Stephanie Darilus). I have been on a journey to live the most authentic life and step out of my comfort zone and I want to take you with me. 

The first episode drops on Tuesday, October 5th.  While waiting on the first episode, follow me on Instagram and Facebook.