The Making Of

Julie Solomon is an entrepreneur, speaker, author, and was recently named one of the Top 100 leaders in Influencer Marketing. She’s also the host of The Influencer Podcast, with over 10 million downloads and an international audience.

In this conversation, we’ll talk about her journey from corporate PR gal representing top musicians and thought leaders such as Lenny Kravitz and Dave Ramsey, to blogging as a side-hustle, to full time education-based entrepreneur and the deliberate choices she made to build the life and business she has today.

Topics include:

• Julie’s journey to finding a deeper purpose, setting personal boundaries, and unlocking sustainable confidence
• The business model of masterminds and why they are a valuable source of income for entrepreneurs
• How to be intentional when sharing your personal life as a personal brand on social media
• Building a business with funnels and automations for sustainable success

Episode Chapters:

00:00 From Publicist to Online Educator

02:53 Finding Deeper Purpose in Content Creation

11:44 Setting Boundaries and Avoiding Comparison in Personal Paths

34:29 Sustainable Confidence: Rooted in Expertise and Purpose

35:26 Masterminds: A Space for Wisdom, Expertise, and Support

48:36 Intentional Sharing: Showcasing Personal Life with a Deeper Mission

57:05 Building a Business: Vitality of Funnels and Automations

01:05:18 Evolutionary Products: Meeting Customer Needs

You can connect with Julie here (https://juliesolomon.net/) and her IG here (https://www.instagram.com/julssolomon/)

This episode also featured Berkley Sweetapple of Berkley Sweetapple Law. You can connect with her here: https://www.berkleysweetapplelaw.com

This show is produced and presented by Circle, where creators turn pro.

Back in 2014, Justin Moore made the leap to become a full-time creator. Since then, Justin has evolved into a leading Sponsorship Coach and founder of Creator Wizard, a community that helps creators negotiate dream brand partnerships, ensuring they don't leave thousands on the table. 

With over $4M earned working with brands and having run an influencer marketing agency for over seven years, Justin has not only built a successful career but helps other creators earn millions more.

In this episode, Justin unpacks his transition from medical device product management to entrepreneurship, the difficult decision to close a successful agency while being over $100k in debt, and the origin of his company, Creator Wizard. He delves into how personal branding influences business decisions and why creators must take ownership of their businesses.

We also explore:

• The creation of Creator Wizard and the intricacies of brand partnerships and sponsorships
• The importance of audience alignment and the shift from being an influencer to an educator
• The impact of sponsorship deals and the need for creators to take ownership of their business
• Emphasizing the journey over hitting milestones and the importance of serving others

On a deeper level, we uncover the tough decisions Justin has made to reach his current success. Not all paths to entrepreneurship are linear.

Episode Chapters

00:00 The Origin Story: Transition from Medical Device Product Management to Entrepreneurship

20:00 The Impact of Personal Branding: Lessons from Rebranding and Mistakes Made

38:28 The Dynamics of Brand Partnerships and Sponsorships: Navigating Audience Alignment and Strategy

40:23 Navigating Creator Sponsorships: Challenges and Opportunities

45:06 From Influencer to Educator: The Shift in Creator Strategy

55:22 The Impact of Sponsorship Deals: Taking Ownership of Your Business

01:13:15 Serving Others: The Journey Over Milestones

Connect with Justin here: https://www.creatorwizard.com/

This show also features a special guest, Paul Jamison, host of the Green Industry  Podcast. You can connect with him here:  https://www.thepauljamison.com/

This show is produced and presented by Circle, where creators turn pro.

Anne-Laure has always been been fascinated by human consciousness and the biology of the mind. A cognitive neuroscientist in training, she has a weekly newsletter on creativity, learning, and mindful productivity that reaches over 100,000 readers. She’s also the founder of Ness Labs, a learning community that helps people achieve more without sacrificing their mental health. 

In this episode, Anne-Laure shares her journey from a bookworm teenager to community manager, Google employee, the creator of several failed start ups, and finally, the founder of Ness Labs. She always comes back to the importance of following your own path, and not getting caught up in external definitions of success.

We also dive into:

• Experimenting and learning without the pressure of a set destination
• The importance of understanding what truly fulfills you
• Lessons learned from launching and growing Ness Labs
• Building a successful newsletter through consistency and value
• Embracing curiosity to better understand yourself and serve your audience

Episode Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
03:00 Early Interests and Community Building
04:18 Internships at Google and Decision to Leave
09:01 Transition to Starting Own Ventures
15:24 The Importance of Freedom and Self-Reflection
26:49 Creating a Learning Community for Growth and Mental Health
28:06 Creating a Community Rooted in Connection and Learning
30:29 Finding Meaning and Financial Independence through Nest Labs
34:48 Balancing Community Management and Self-Care
38:39 Handling Negative Feedback with Grace and Action
43:54 Growing a Newsletter through Consistency and Value
52:34 The Power of Curiosity for Creators

This show is produced and presented by Circle, where creators turn pro.

Back in 2008, Pat Flynn lost his dream job as an architect. Little did he know, it would lead him on an incredible journey into entrepreneurship. Today, he's not just a successful online business owner, best-selling author, and podcast host with over 80 million downloads—he’s also a dedicated family man who values impact over material success.

In this episode, Pat unpacks how his ethos of empathy and serving first shaped his business and parenting style. From battling bullies in his teens to finding himself in a college marching band, he shares how these experiences shaped his leadership skills and commitment to authenticity. 

We also explore:

• Staying grounded amidst success, steering clear of ego and validation traps
• Lessons learned from writing his books 'Let Go,' 'Will It Fly?,' and 'Superfans'
• Managing his passion project, Deep Pocket Monster, alongside other ventures
• Unlocking YouTube success during the pandemic through storytelling and community
• The profound impact of community and the joy of embracing play in daily life

This conversation isn't just about business—it's about empathy, community, and finding joy in what you do. 

Episode Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Pokemon Event Planning
03:42 Setting the Tone with Empathy
13:08 Raising Children with Empathy
16:37 Reflecting on Teenage Years and Bullying
23:20 Lessons in Leadership and Empathy
25:38 Rumble Strips: Creating Personal Checkpoints
29:18 Finding Fulfillment and Gratitude in 'Making It'
35:17 The Journey of Writing Books: Challenges and Lessons
47:04 Balancing Passion Projects with Other Business Ventures
53:53 YouTube Success
55:40 Profitability and Personal Experiences
59:01 Building a Story Bank
01:03:00 The Impact of Community
01:05:22 Rediscovering Play
01:09:26 Michal Szafranski's Story

This show is produced and presented by Circle, where creators turn pro.