Make Me Known with Heather Adams

In this episode of Make Me Known, Heather sits down with Anna Brakefield, co-founder of Red Land Cotton, the farm-to-home textile company that specializes in heirloom linens. The pair break down what it means to be a successful female entrepreneur, pivoting during a pandemic, and cultivating relationships with influencers. If you have a desire to live out your passion and want to learn from someone who has come before you, then today's episode is for you. Plus, Anna shares a delicious peach sangria recipe that is not to be missed!

For more information on this episode including all resources and links discussed go to https://www.choicemediacommunications.com/make-me-known-podcast

On today's mini-episode, Heather shares all the details about our upcoming Choice Summit! On Thursday, September 23, Choice will host our third Summit, bringing together like-minded professional women ready to invest in themselves and their teams. Are you ready for personal and professional growth? Do you want to invest in yourself and your team in a meaningful way? Do you want to connect and collaborate with a community of like-minded women? Do you desire a strong career and a strong quality of life? Are you tired of paying an arm and a leg for professional development? If you answered yes, then listen for details on what to expect this year and how to sign up.

For more information on this episode including all resources and links discussed go to https://www.choicemediacommunications.com/make-me-known-podcast

On today's episode, Heather welcomes fellow public relations specialist and entrepreneur Bee Brown. As successful women who come from different backgrounds in PR, they connect on how valuable their different perspectives can be and how important it is to build those connections between other professionals in the industry. They discuss strategy versus tactics, three factors to identify when it's time for you to invest in PR, and the importance of shifting your narrative away from what is traditionally in the media. Bee provides insightful advice to both those looking to grow their brands and become game-changers in their respective fields.

For more information on this episode including all resources and links discussed go to https://www.choicemediacommunications.com/make-me-known-podcast

In today's episode, Choice Media and Communications' Heather Adams gives an inside look at how to take the lead, grow your business, and ultimately achieve your goals in the second half of this year. As we sit in Q3, most of us are asking ourselves the same question – how can I grow my business before the end of Q4? As a successful entrepreneur and communications expert, Heather leads you through the best communication practices for your business and dives into the possible mistakes you could be making. It's time to ask the tough questions and take a close look at the three particular areas in your business to focus on when you are trying to grow: clarity, audience, and exposure.

For more information on this episode including all resources and links discussed go to https://www.choicemediacommunications.com/make-me-known-podcast

On today's episode, Heather peels back the curtain and reveals to you an insider in the Choice business, CFO Hope Howell Jenné. As partners for more than five years, Heather and Hope connect about their experience working together as a financial consultant and an entrepreneur. They explore the most significant mistake business owners make regarding their finances, the proper way to invest in your business's financial goals, the secret sauce to a successful partnership between the CEO + CFO, and tips on navigating the ups and downs of running a growing company. Hope provides sound counsel, best practices and lessons learned on how to achieve financial freedom as an entrepreneur.

For more information on this episode including all resources and links discussed go to https://www.choicemediacommunications.com/make-me-known-podcast

In this episode, Heather talks with Meaghan Murphy, Editor in Chief of Woman's Day Magazine and author of Your Fully Charged Life. Heather and Meaghan connect on being both mothers and independent, working women. They focus on Meaghan's novel and how to create your version of a fully charged life. They explore determining your priorities, taking charge of negative thoughts, making happiness a habit using a positive tool kit, and the importance of gratitude. After exploring and reflecting upon her personal experiences, Meaghan gives tips and tricks on how to stand out while pitching media.

For more information on this episode including all resources and links discussed go to https://www.choicemediacommunications.com/make-me-known-podcast

On today's episode, Heather talks with fellow female entrepreneur and business owner Latesha Lynch. Latesha is a creative designer and coach who founded Atelier Latesha and The Business Branding Academy. Heather and Latesha connect about being both mothers and entrepreneurs, while exploring the biggest mistake new business owners make, the importance of determining your signature offer, how to effectively price your services and strategically invest your money in the right people.

For more information on this episode including all resources and links discussed go to https://www.choicemediacommunications.com/make-me-known-podcast

On today's episode, Heather talks with online marketer and entrepreneur Veronica Romney. Veronica serves as the chief of staff for the rapidly growing company BossBabe, and is the owner and founder of My Modern Brand. Heather and Veronica talk about how they met, the benefits of linking with other women, how to shut down your inner critic, the case for partnering with other people to get things done, and the lessons they've learned about 'balance' from being extremely dedicated mothers and entrepreneurs.

For more information on this episode including all resources and links discussed go to https://www.choicemediacommunications.com/make-me-known-podcast

As Your Communications Expert, Heather guides you on today's episode how to determine "Am I or is my brand pitch worthy?" Once you've determined if you and your brand are pitch worthy or not, she shares what the next steps are to begin the pitching process. Then it's time to walk into how you start making yourself known, specifically to media outlets. Today's episode is for you if you are interested in trying to make yourself attractive to media outlets, if you want to secure coverage that grows your business and brings you clients, and if you want media exposure that raises your visibility, credibility and ultimately benefits your bottom line.

For more information on this episode including all resources and links discussed go to https://www.choicemediacommunications.com/make-me-known-podcast

On today's episode, Heather is joined by attorney for creatives and brand protector Brittany Ratelle. Brittany helps creative entrepreneurs get their businesses legally legit, without the stuffy suits and technical lawyer talk. Heather and Brittany discuss the biggest legal mistakes business owners make when starting or running a business, the difference between a copyright and trademark, how to talk about your business as a legitimate business and not a hobby, and the kinds of clients we should all avoid.

For more information on this episode including all resources and links discussed go to https://www.choicemediacommunications.com/make-me-known-podcast