My kids 12 and 9 don’t have phones…yet.

And to get them to stop watching so much TV this summer…I switched our Netfilx account to Spanish ONLY.

OK, so I’m a bit unconventional. But I think we’re all feeling the push and pull of digital wellness. I feel like we’re all grappling with the delicate dance between the tug of technology and the importance of maintaining our digital well-being.  

So this week, I’m excited to invite back Teah Hopper, a Social Media Expert who's on a mission to help us find that perfect balance. 

Inspired by her own journey during maternity leave, she's become a digital wellness advocate, offering invaluable insights into managing technology use for business while preserving our sanity. 

In this episode, Teah and I dive deep into the realm of digital wellness. We explore:

Let’s open this discussion about the importance of digital health, setting boundaries, and creating a healthy online-offline balance. Grab your headphones and get ready to discover the secrets to digital wellness and social media management with Teah Hopper!

Read the shownotes and full transcription for this episode at:https://mayecreate.com/blog/digital-wellness-balance-mindful-tech-usage-with-guest-teah-hopper/

After publishing our episode, Virtual Assistants – A Unicorn Solution for Marketing Tasks, I got an email from our client Sarah. 

I know from experience she is super, mega organized and smart. And as it turns out she works with virtual assistants on the regular. Sarah offered to share how to streamline the hiring, onboarding and management process for a Virtual Assistant.

And I thought, “Who wouldn’t want to hear that!?!”

Hear Sarah’s tips on:

Get the full transcript and epsidode summary on our website:
https://mayecreate.com/blog/advice-on-hiring-a-virtual-assistant-with-guest-sarah-luebbert/

P.S. If you’re hiring you might also like our Two Weird Yet Must Ask Interview Questions Episode!

Shout out to Liz for asking me to tackle this subject…she asked me to breakdown how mindset shapes our messaging (and how to improve your mindset in messaging).

Like, do you feel like you’re writing to friends and fans or like your messages are an intrusion?

I’d like to say I’m always a glass-half-full girl but let's be real, this whole marketing thing can feel like a rollercoaster of doubts and challenges.

And when my mindset starts falling it seeps into everything I do.

See, there’s an intricate connection between mindset and marketing magic. Every design, social post or email is colored by mindset and it’s not easy to be “on” all the time.

So how do I keep my glass full and keep from excessively apologizing to people about bothering them? 

And I’m breaking down each of those in this week’s episode - join me for a mental leg up!

Get the episode highlights and full transcript at: https://mayecreate.com/blog/how-to-improve-your-mindset-in-marketing/

I had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Kimber Zatkovich on my latest podcast episode. We dived deep into the world of business coaching, what it is, what to expect…who needs it

Ever felt like you're spinning your wheels, trying to balance work, life, and the unexpected challenges that pop up? 

Yeah, been there too. 

(And a big thank you to the lovely consultants, coaches and trainers who have helped me out of those situations!)

Kimber shares some golden nuggets on how a business coach can be the secret sauce to make everything click.

Join Kimber and I as we break it all down!

Get the full transcript and eposide summary on our website:
https://mayecreate.com/blog/business-coaching-what-is-it-and-why-you-need-it-with-guest-kimber-zatkovich/

Full disclaimer...it's fantastic, but not without its challenges.

MayeCreate made the shift to an experimental four day work week this summer. 

Spoiler alert - we love it! 

A four day work week is fantastic, but it's not without its challenges. 

We all feel a renewed sense of energy and creativity, which is good because we have to enhance efficiency in a whole new way now. Evaluating even our oldest processes because we don’t have the bandwidth to do them the same way anymore. 

We have been pushed outside of our comfort zone during this transition in ways we needed to be pushed a long time ago. Now we have the motivation to get uncomfortable to get comfortable and make this transition work!

In this episode you can hear alllll about it and maybe learn a thing or two along the way .

Ok back to work I go!

P.S. If you’re wondering why we did this little experiment we also documented our reasoning for the decision in another blog/podcast.

Read the fully formatted blog post to accompany this episode at: https://mayecreate.com/blog/working-smarter-not-longer-an-update-on-our-4-day-work-week-experiment/

Unravel the importance of 'knowing your own worth’ and hear the stories of how Monica and Jon found theirs. Walk away with actionable insights for overcoming imposter syndrome in this transformative episode.

Knowing your own worth is a game-changer in business and marketing. It allows you to:

And that’s what this episode is all about.

Join Jon Micheal Perry and I as we get candid about the challenges, the triumphs, and how understanding your worth can be the key to unlocking your full potential.

Get the episode outline and full transcript on our website: https://mayecreate.com/blog/knowing-your-own-worth-with-guest-jon-michael-perry/

Discover the challenges and rewards of my one-month work and travel holiday in Costa Rica. Gain insights into balancing work and life, the power of adaptability, and the valuable lessons learned during this unique journey.

That's right! This summer my family and I went on an epic one-month work/travel journey through Costa Rica.

I wanted to share all the nitty-gritty details, funny stories, and life-changing insights I gained during my time in this tropical (and sometimes very hot) paradise. 

From work challenges to embracing the Pura Vida way of life, we had quite an adventure.

I can’t wait to share it with you!

Get the full blog post and see some fun photos too on our website: 
https://mayecreate.com/blog/embracing-pura-vida-lessons-from-my-costa-rica-work-and-travel-holiday/

Also here's that link to my family's podcast documenting our journey:
https://pitts-family-travels.castos.com/

Stand out in small business marketing with guerrilla tactics! Join Monica Pitts and guest Jay Smith to gather unique ideas to boost your brand's visibility through guerrilla marketing strategies and more in this exciting episode.

In this guerilla marketing brainstorming session Jay and I considered using everything from sidewalk chalk, to powerwashing, even BAD REVIEWS turned upside down to stand out in a crowded industry. The ideas were zooming, I’m sure you’ll take away a few!

Here are a few highlights from our conversation:

Come be a fly on the wall of two creatives doing what they do…being creative

Get the full transcript and episode summary on our website:|
https://mayecreate.com/blog/guerrilla-marketing-tactics-for-small-business-owners-with-guest-jay-smith/

I wanted to drop you a quick note about our latest podcast episode featuring none other than James Goalder from Bloomerang. 

Oh yeah, you heard me right. I got an actual, real, live, human guest from Bloomerang!

And he’s not just a human, he’s a nonprofit loving geek, like me!

Here's a sneak peek of what you can expect from my interview with James:

Thank you for your dedication to making the world a better place through your nonprofit work. James and I can't wait to help you shine even brighter!

Get the full transcript and the episode summary on our website:

https://mayecreate.com/blog/practical-tips-for-nonprofit-transparency-with-bloomerangs-james-goalder/

If you find yourself scratching your head (or maybe banging it against a wall) over those quarreling quandaries, I want to introduce you to Mike Myers.

In this podcast, he’ll:

Buckle up for a lively chat about peer-to-peer fundraising, the importance of treating everyone like a rockstar, and how to speak to donors in a way that hits all the right notes. 

Tune in for a dose of inspiration from this success story of Band of Angels!

Get the full transcript and episode summary on our website:

https://mayecreate.com/blog/peer-to-peer-marketing-brings-instruments-joy-celebrating-band-of-angels/