In this episode of the Mattie James show, we’ll be discussing how to create an editorial process and become consistent at posting. This can be applied to anything - your blog, your YouTube channel, your podcast or even your Instagram. You build a following when you post consistently and until you have a process put in place, you will be inconsistent. By the end of this episode, you should understand why an editorial calendar wasn’t enough and how to create your own editorial process that’ll get you consistent once and for all.

In this episode of the Mattie James show, we’ll be discussing how to elevate your visuals as an influencer. The first thing a brand or your audience does to your content is see it, so prioritizing your visuals is important if you want to be taken seriously as an influencer and eventually paid to create content.

In this episode of The Mattie James Podcast, I talk to Morgan Debaun - the CEO of Blavity - about working smarter, how to provide corporate brands with value and the 3 things she does to slay her day. This is the first time I’ve interviewed anyone for the podcast and Morgan does not disappoint.

You can follow Morgan everywhere online @morgandebaun and sign up for her Work Smart newsletter over at morgandebaun.com. For more info on Summit 21, check out https://summit21conference.com/.

Follow me on Instagram @themattiejames and read my latest posts at mattiejames.com.

In this episode of the Mattie James Podcast, I talk about how to properly ask someone to be on their podcast or their blog. I get hit up in my DM’s so much with people asking me this question. Honestly, the approach of it is very lackluster, and sometimes, very unprofessional. I have a love/hate relationship with DMs. It is such a quick and direct way to connect with you guys, which I love, and IG stories has made the direct messaging pretty casual and approachable. However, there is a better way to do it. Since this is something me and my sister, Maya, talk about, I thought it would be good to share with you three ways to properly ask someone to be on your podcast or blog.

Be sure to catch the show notes of the podcast over at mattiejames.com/ep23.

On this episode of the Mattie James Podcast, we are going to talk about platforms. We’re all seeing that this online thing is pretty lucrative, and if done right, can be long lasting. I want to talk about the best three because there are so many options. There are so many people on Instagram and Facebook, which whom I very impressed by, because so many people swear they don’t “use” Facebook, but are still on it. The question of a platform came from one of my Instagram followers and I thought this would make a great episode.

Be sure to catch the show notes of this episode at mattiejames.com/ep22

In this episode of The Mattie James Podcast, we are going to talk about the mindset you have to have to promote a blog or business. I get this question often, so I wanted to talk about it here on the podcast.

How do you get up the nerve to ask someone or your followers to go check out something you are trying to promote?

It can feel weird, especially when you are first starting out. We've been taught were always told to be modest, not to talk about ourselves or bring attention to yourself. But when it comes to business, the goal is to bring attention to yourself.

Be sure to check out the show notes for this episode over at mattiejames.com/ep21.

In this episode of the Mattie James podcast, I talk about the best ways to find the right brand contacts. I get this question at least 20 times a week. This is a kinda a tough question because it isn’t a one size fits all answer. There are so many different titles for brand contacts, so I can’t just tell you one specific title, or person, to reach out to. However, I can tell you the best way and the easiest way to find brand contacts, regardless of who the brand is.

For show notes, visit mattiejames.com/ep20.

I’ve talked about my morning routine before but thought it would be fun to do an updated episode of what my morning routine before work looks like now. So much has changed. I have two small children now. My husband goes to a 9-5 job in the morning and I get the kids ready for school on my own. So, it’s just really important that I start my day off by myself, so that the tone is set for the day for the entire family. In this episode, I’ll share the five things I do in the morning.

Be sure to visit the show notes of this episode at mattiejames.com/ep19.

In this episode of The Mattie James podcast, we’re discussing how to write emails that get responses. Maybe you are looking to get new clients. Maybe you are looking to nab a paid freelance gig. Maybe you’re looking for an intern. Or maybe you are just looking for outreach to get more attention. Cold email can be pretty intimidating, however, I’m going to share things you need to focus on to get the response you want: personalization, clarity, and relevance.

You can find the show notes where you can recap this episode at mattiejames.com/ep18

In this episode of the Mattie James podcast we’re discussing the 5 things you need to have before you pitch brands. People always ask me "what do I need before I pitch brands?" This is my elaborated answer. By the end of this episode, you'll know what you need to do, have and get before making the big leap and pitching a brand your idea for money.