Podium to Profit

Podium to Profit

By Andrea MerrillBusinessMarketing
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Podium to Profit episodes

  • The Power of Consistency: Conversation with Melanie Bartholomew

    In this episode, brand and website designer Melanie Bartholomew shares her expert insights on creating a cohesive, high-converting online presence for your business.
    Melanie discusses the common mistakes she sees entrepreneurs make when it comes to branding, and how to avoid them by focusing on core elements like values, messaging, and visual style. She emphasizes the importance of custom design over templates, and how her design philosophy shapes the way she works with clients.
    You'll learn Melanie's favorite features of the Showit website platform, and how it gives her the design freedom to truly bring a brand to life. She also shares a client success story that showcases how strategic branding and web design can transform a business.
    Other topics include:
    - The unexpected way a strong brand can boost sales and engagement
    - Melanie's approach for clients who lack a clear brand vision
    - Her daily design routine and sources of inspiration
    - Advice for entrepreneurs nervous about rebranding
    Whether you're a solopreneur or running a growing company, this conversation is packed with practical tips to elevate your online presence and attract your dream clients. Get ready to take notes!

    57 min
  • Harnessing the Power of Flexible Habits with Alessia Citro

    In this insightful conversation, Alessia Citro shares her expertise on building flexible habits that align with a woman's natural cycle. Alessia, the "Your Habits Go-To Girl", explains why traditional habit advice often falls short for women and provides practical strategies to create rituals that support your energy, mood, and goals throughout the month.
    Alessia also opens up about her personal journey overcoming alcohol use disorder and how replacing harmful habits with positive ones was key to her long-term recovery. Whether you're looking to build a morning routine, manage your time and energy better, or simply live more intentionally, this episode is packed with insights that can help you become the best version of yourself.
    Tune in to learn Alessia's top habit-building tips, how to harness the power of your cycle, and why flexibility is crucial for women balancing multiple roles. Get ready to transform your habits and unlock your full potential!"

    57 min
  • Monetizing Your Voice: Ruthie Sterrett Shares Strategies for Speakers

    In this episode, Andrea sits down with Ruthie Sterrett, a fractional CMO and marketing strategist, to discuss strategies for speakers to monetize their voice and expertise. Ruthie shares insights on building a personal brand, navigating the balance between personal and company branding, and leveraging platforms like podcasts and social media to attract the right clients. They also dive into the importance of mindset work, overcoming imposter syndrome, and creating a cohesive marketing strategy that drives results. If you're a speaker looking to take your business to the next level, this is a must-watch conversation!

    57 min
  • Unleashing Your Creative Genius with Lorena Martinez

    In this inspiring conversation, Andrea sits down with creative powerhouse Lorena Martinez to discuss the transformative power of tapping into your intuition and inner child. Lorena, an actress, writer, and "creative doula," shares her insights on how our ideas are our greatest teachers, and the importance of making space for play and joy in both our personal and professional lives.
    Lorena reveals her sacred rituals for accessing her creative genius, including hiking in nature and painting, and explains why fear-based ideas should be ignored in favor of those that truly excite you. She also passionately advocates for women reclaiming their intuitive gifts and not dimming their light to make others comfortable.
    Whether you're an entrepreneur, artist, or simply someone seeking more fulfillment, this episode is packed with practical tips and profound wisdom to help you unleash your own creative magic. Get ready to be motivated, uplifted, and inspired to approach your work and life with a renewed sense of wonder and possibility!

    1 hr
  • Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Mindset Superpowers with Ken Attard

    In this powerful interview, mindset expert Ken Attard shares his proven ARK method to help frustrated entrepreneurs adapt their mindset and achieve true freedom. Ken dives deep into the importance of awareness, adapting to change, aligning with your higher self, applying inspired action, and allowing trust in your journey.

    Discover how to:
    Tap into your "umami self" to access limitless creativity and solutions
    Overcome the myth that being an entrepreneur requires sacrifice and struggle
    Cultivate an attitude of appreciation to shift your frequency
    Let go of attachment to outcomes and trust the process
    Speak to yourself with compassion instead of criticism
    If you're ready to break free from limiting beliefs and step into your full potential, this is a must-watch interview. Get ready to transform your mindset and business!

    57 min
  • Resilience is Learned, Not Born: The Sean Douglas Story

    In this powerful episode, speaker and resilience expert Sean Douglas shares his inspiring journey from US Air Force drill instructor to internationally renowned keynote speaker.
    Sean dives deep into building resilience, overcoming self-defeating behaviors, and designing your own market category as a speaker. He provides actionable strategies for getting booked and paid to speak, including his proven process for landing coveted TEDx talks.
    Whether you're a speaker, coach, or entrepreneur looking to transform your message into a thriving revenue stream, this episode is a must-listen. Sean's insights on letting your "mess be your message" and becoming a "category leader" are truly transformative.
    Connect with Sean: Website: thesuccesscore.com Facebook: facebook.com/thesuccesscore Instagram: instagram.com/thesuccesscore LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/seandouglas

    43 min
  • Manny Soto: From Rags to Riches in Financial Planning

    In this episode, we sit down with Manny Soto, the founder of The Financial Architects, to hear his incredible personal story and get his top financial tips.
    Manny shares how he overcame a challenging upbringing - growing up poor, losing friends to violence, and becoming a young father - to build a thriving financial planning business. He provides valuable advice on developing good money habits, like saving 30% of your income, and warns about the looming debt crisis in the US.
    Manny also shares his passion for entrepreneurship and helping others achieve financial independence. He discusses the current real estate market and when might be a good time to buy a home.
    Plus, Manny gives us the details on his upcoming event on January 25th that you won't want to miss!
    Key Takeaways:
    Manny's inspiring rags-to-riches journey
    Tips for building strong financial habits
    Manny's insights on the debt crisis and real estate market
    Manny's mission to empower others through entrepreneurship
    Details on Manny's January 25th event
    Be sure to check out Manny's website at TFAwealthplanning.com and follow him on Instagram @moneybusinessmanny. Enjoy the episode!

    31 min
  • Unleash Your Unique Gifts with Human Design - The Vickie Dickson Story

    In this episode, Andrea sits down with Vickie Dickson, a human design specialist and business strategist. Vickie shares how understanding your unique human design blueprint can help you step into your power, honor your true nature, and build a business that aligns with who you are. She provides insights on the different human design types and how to use this knowledge to fuel your success. If you're ready to stop fighting against yourself and start embracing your gifts, this conversation is a must-listen!

    1 hr
  • Chrisley Ceme Shares His Secrets to Scalable Sales & Marketing Machines

    In this insightful conversation, sales and marketing expert Chrisley Ceme shares his proven strategies for building scalable, repeatable sales and marketing systems.
    Chrisley discusses how he overcame his natural tendency to be humble and shy about self-promotion, and learned to effectively tell his story and highlight his expertise. He emphasizes the importance of deeply understanding your target market and crafting emails/outreach that speaks directly to their pain points.
    You'll also learn Chrisley's tips for leveraging AI and automation to streamline your sales process, as well as his advice for reactivating past customers and clients. Plus, he shares the fascinating story of how he got his start in sales at just 14 years old!
    Whether you're an entrepreneur, marketer, or salesperson, this video is packed with actionable insights to help you create more efficient, profitable sales and marketing machines for your business. Don't miss Chrisley's wisdom!

    41 min
  • Branding Brilliance with Sara Chambers

    In this episode of the Podium to Profit podcast, host Andrea Merrill sits down with Sara Chambers, the CEO and Creative Director of Elly and Nora Creative. Sara shares her journey into the world of branding and design, discussing the importance of strategy-first approach, the power of community and mentorship, and how she's overcome challenges as a woman entrepreneur.
    Sara also dives into the unique differentiators of her agency, her best practices for work-life balance, and why she considers herself an industry leader. This conversation is packed with valuable insights for service-based business owners looking to build a brave, bold, and brag-worthy brand.
    Be sure to check out Sara's brand boost video series at EllyAndNoraCreative.com/branding-boost-video-series and connect with her on Instagram @SaraChambers.Creative and LinkedIn

    1 hr

About Podium to Profit

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Welcome to the Podium to Profit Podcast, the ultimate destination for speakers looking to turn their podium moments into profitable opportunities. Join host Andrea Merrill, a seasoned expert with over 20+ years of experience in the speaking and marketing industry, as she shares real talk, actionable insights, and proven strategies to help speakers unlock their full potential and maximize their impact.