Support is Sexy

"Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can."~Arthur Ashe, tennis legend, social activist.

This is one of my favorite quotes, so much so that I have it framed and on my bookshelf in my office. It's something I go back to often, especially when I'm in a period of transition or launching something new or going into unfamiliar territory and feeling fear about inadequacy. Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.

On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, I break down this inspiring quote and talk about how you can use it to move forward with confidence in your business and your life during those times of transitions.

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Jennifer Miotke is president of one of Atlanta's top boutique matchmaking companies, One on One Matchmaking. And although she's not the owner of the business, she feels herself coming into her own as a partner for owner and mentor Sarah Kathryn Walmsley. With her passionate, tell-it-like-style, Jennifer and team have grown the company from three clients in 2009 to hundreds of clients today, and they boasts more than 300 marriages as a result of their services.

On this episode of the Support is Sexy, the Columbia, South Carolina, native -- who hustles with heart on behalf of her clients -- talks about building a successful matchmaking business, the dating challenges (and opportunities!) that exist for professional women, and why -- when it comes to your happiness -- apathy is your worst enemy.

On this episode you'll learn:

How conquering your fear helps you build up your grit and resistance.How grow your business too fast could your brand.The importance of great referrals.Her top 3 tips for finding a great matchmaker.The most common challenges successful women face when dating.Jennifer's top 3 tips for a great first date.What saying "I'm too busy" really means.Why you can't care about your clients' success more than they do.Why you have to be aware of apathy about your own happiness.The importance of second chances.Subscribe to Support is Sexy podcast on iTunes or on Stitcher Radio!

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"Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people don't feel insecure around you..."--Marianne Williamson.

It's time to step into the light and stop shrinking.

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Crystal McCrary has always known that she wanted to be a writer. So what career path did she take after finishing school? She became an entertainment lawyer. Because that's what so many of us do when we're not sure yet how to align our passion with our vision and with our business, right? We make what seems like the smart/safe choice. Crystal's first step toward her dream of becoming a writer? Writing! Something that bestselling author Terry McMillian told her she must do if she was serious. When Crystal was halfway through a book that later became her first novel -- Homecourt Advantage -- she decided to leave the law firm and take the leap.

Since then, Crystal has written several novels and produced and directed television series, films and documentaries, including her latest project, Little Ballers: Indiana, with WNBA star Skylar Diggins. On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Crystal talks about how her work has evolved, what stories are most important to her at this stage of her life, the importance of more show, less tell, and her advice for aspiring filmmakers, producers an creatives who have a vision, but who are uncertain of which path to follow.

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It wasn't until three or four years into her side hustle that Kimberly Blackwell, CEO of the award-winning marketing and promotions agency PMM — which is based in Columbus, Ohio — took the leap of faith and struck out on her own as an entrepreneur. Until then, the Cincinnati native was working for a big company in marketing while building what she never imagined would become her full-time business. And when Kimberly finally went for it, she did so from the her one-bedroom apartment, though her mindset enabled her to think much bigger. What has sustained her and her business — which works with companies such as Nationwide, Toyota and Fed Ex — for nearly 20 years? Her faith, her natural affinity for people, her competitive nature, her desire to always over-deliver and, as she says, being a "pay-it-forward kind of chick."

On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Kim talks about the importance of paying attention to the points of reveal, why you're only as strong as your network, why those networks should be diverse, how, as a marketer and creator, you have to speak the love language of your audience, and why — when it comes to personal branding — you have to remember that you have a brand with your boss/business and you have a brand with your bae.

On this episode you'll learn:

The importance of paying attention to points of reveal.Why you're only as strong as your network -- and why that network needs to be diverse.The value of making sure you over-deliver on every project.How to move beyond imposter syndrome moments.The difference between being "invited" and being "included."How to be an intentional communicator.The importance of TND - Tone and Delivery.Speak the love language of your audience.The benefit of getting out of your comfort zone.What most of us get wrong about personal branding.3 top marketing tips for new entrepreneurs.Why mindset is everything.Why women business owners must look into collaborating in order to help each other grow.There's power in course correction.The importance of having mentors and champions on your side.Why you have to regularly reinvent your business.Remember that you have a brand with your boss and you have a brand with bae.

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Yes, as a woman entrepreneur there are going to be days when you may feel frustrated with your business because it's not growing as quickly as you hoped. Yes, there will be days when you are discouraged that something you thought was going to work out a certain way simply doesn't. Yes, there are going to people who don't get it, don't support you, don't care. Yes, there are going to be events, conferences and "top ____ lists" that have your name no where near it. Yes, some days, you are going to want to throw in the towel and call it quits.

Don't. You were given this vision for a reason. You know in your heart that you're on to something, that you were meant to do this. And even on your worst day, there's a part of you that whispers, "you got this!"

Use this episode for a bit of encouragement during those moments when you need to hush your inner critic, and remind yourself exactly who the ____ you are.

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I know, it may not make intellectual sense at first or seem counterintuitive, but focusing on forming good, new habits -- in my opinion -- is more powerful than just focusing on increasing your discipline. In this episode, I share ways that you can develop good habits to support you in your business and your personal life, and how -- during the moments when you slip -- you must recommit.

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Have you ever had a conversation with someone and they say something in passing that completely rocks your world? Something that – even though it's about a completely different topic -- resonates with you so deeply about something you're going through? Something that's like…whoa!

That happened me to me during my interview this week with Jennfier Miotke, President of One on One Matchmaking here in Atlanta. Jennifer's interview, which is full of great dating advice and insight on running a matchmaking business, will air next week, so make sure you listen out for it. But what struck me during our conversation was her response to my question about why professional women sometimes struggle to date.

And yes, if you've been listening to the show, you know I'm speaking about myself. Dating is on my to-do list, but honestly, it sits in the same spot and hasn't risen to the top of the priority list in a looooong time.

Jennifer's response gave me a clue as to why that is. Listen to this episode to find out what she says, and to see how half stepping on this things that matter to you is doing nothing but holding you back.

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Mentorship. We all have our preconceived notions about it. On this episode, I encourage you to rethink mentorship, your approach to it and how you may make the most of your relationship, whether mentor or mentee.

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When it comes to your business, are you clear? I mean really clear? Like, crystal.

Do you know your WHY? Can you articulate that with ease? How much do you know about your audience and your customer? And really, why does it all matter to you?

As you continue to grow and evolve in your business, these will be just a few of the questions that you have to face -- whether you're asking them of yourself or your pitching your business to other people (investors, contacts, potential customers, etc). To embody confidence when talking about your business, you have to be clear. Clear on your who, what and why.

But how do you get clear? By asking yourself a few questions. I don't have all the answers, but I definitely have the questions. In this episode I share questions that help me continue to get clear on my business, and pinpoint my who what and why.

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