Zimmerman Podcast

Welcome to Zimmerman Podcast Episode 100!!

It’s hard to believe that in less than two years we’ve shared 100 podcast episodes. I’ve recorded in a closet in Conway Arkansas and an Airstream in Palm Springs, California.

I’ve talked about everything from my marriage and personal finances, to how I approach stressful holiday seasons, to why checking your email is the surprising enemy of productivity.

Today, I’m sharing with you the future of Zimmerman Podcast. We’re looking back on the past 100 episodes and looking forward to the future of Zimmerman.

So I’m going to get right to the important part. After 100 amazing episodes, we’re officially ready to press pause after this first season of Zimmerman Podcast.

Part of why we’re doing this is because it’s time to really dig into my book promo for Sleeping with a Stranger and another exciting announcement I have coming this fall.

In one of our very first podcast episodes, episode four with Katie Selvidge, we talked about how to build a business that can pivot as your interest, passions, and paths change. That’s exactly what I have with Zimmerman thanks to all of you.

I’m so thankful for you, my Zimmerman listeners. Some started following along when I was doing bouquet tutorials and teaching a new way to make real money in the wedding industry. Some of you started tuning in when you read my book or heard me as a guest on another podcast. Others have come along more recently to follow along with our Airstream adventure.

However you found me, I’m so glad you did. And I’ll still be updating and sharing over on my Instagram at @jessicazimmerman_ and on the blog at jessicazimmerman.com/blog. I’d love it if you stayed in the loop over there.

I’m not saying “goodbye” forever, just see ya later! And you can always listen-- and re-listen-- to old episodes right here.

Thank you for following along here at Zimmerman Podcast. It’s been a wild ride!

Episode 100 Product Picks

A WINNING WEBSITE

Want to know the first step to booking more clients? You’ve got to have a website!

And not just any website, but a site built to book! If you’re just starting your business, you’re probably wondering how you can share about your work, gain clients, and start making money.

The answer to all of these is your website.

When I first started my business, I didn’t have the money to pay a professional brand expert to create the brand you see here today. But I didn’t have to. I used the resources I had to invest in my business and create a brand that would attract the type of client I wanted to work with, supported by a website that was built to transform searching brides into life-long clients.

If you want a simple guide on how to create a site that books without having to invest thousands in a branding expert before you’re ready, you need A Winning Website!

To learn more, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/website

KNOW YOUR NUMBERS

If you want to build a great business or live a good life, you’ve gotta plan for it! If you want to become the person you need to be to build the business of your dreams, that takes intention and purpose.

Every year, I take a whole month to reevaluate the past 12 months and figure out what worked, what didn’t, and how I can create a life I love for the following year.

I teach you my exact planning process in my program Know Your Numbers: Annual Planning for Your Best Year. If you want a free training to get some tips on planning your best year yet, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/knowyournumbers

Welcome to Zimmerman Podcast Episode 99.

I’m welcoming back Scout Sobel, the founder of Scout’s Agency, the host of SCOUT podcast, and co-host of the Okay, Sis podcast.

Scout’s Agency focuses on Podcast PR and 90% of her clients are women. Scout has a passion for sharing about her entrepreneurship story and journey with mental illness.

I first heard of Scout when she got in touch with me to pitch some podcast guests. I was so impressed by her organization and clarity. She just seemed to know exactly what I needed to know about podcast guests!

That’s why it’s no surprise to me that she grew her business to six-figures in less than a year. Today, I’m asking Scout about her incredible business growth and what suggestions she has for those who want to turn a passion or idea into a thriving business.

Episode 99 Topics:

How to know when it’s time to move away from projects and passions that are no longer serving you

What makes something a viable business, not just a hobby

What it looks like keep healthy boundaries while pushing forward in business

Why it’s important to take breaks while pursuing business growth

WHERE YOU CAN FIND SCOUT:

Website: https://www.scoutsobel.com/

Episode 99 Product Picks:

A WINNING WEBSITE

Want to know the first step to booking more clients? You’ve got to have a website!

And not just any website, but a site built to book! If you’re just starting your business, you’re probably wondering how you can share about your work, gain clients, and start making money.

The answer to all of these is your website.

When I first started my business, I didn’t have the money to pay a professional brand expert to create the brand you see here today. But I didn’t have to. I used the resources I had to invest in my business and create a brand that would attract the type of client I wanted to work with, supported by a website that was built to transform searching brides into life-long clients.

If you want a simple guide on how to create a site that books without having to invest thousands in a branding expert before you’re ready, you need A Winning Website!

To learn more, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/website

KNOW YOUR NUMBERS

If you want to build a great business or live a good life, you’ve gotta plan for it! If you want to become the person you need to be to build the business of your dreams, that takes intention and purpose.

Every year, I take a whole month to reevaluate the past 12 months and figure out what worked, what didn’t, and how I can create a life I love for the following year.

I teach you my exact planning process in my program Know Your Numbers: Annual Planning for Your Best Year.

If you want a free training to get some tips on planning your best year yet, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/knowyournumbers

Welcome to Zimmerman Podcast Episode 98.

Today, I’m sitting down with Natalie Sisson, a suitcase entrepreneur turned personal brand who leads women to earning more money, having more time, and investing in causes they care about.

Natalie and I have so much in common from our love for goal setting to our affinity for reverse engineering our lives one year at a time.

If you want insight into how you can regularly question your purpose so you can access your full potential, tune into this conversation with Natalie!

If you want to hear more from Natalie, go check out her podcast The Untapped Podcast.

As always, if you loved today’s conversation, I’d be so grateful if you could rate and review Zimmerman PodcasAlright, you ready? Let’s do it!

Episode 98 Topics:

How to adjust when your business life and personal purpose feel out of alignment

How to approach business holistically and allow ourselves to be real people as well as business owners

How to create goals and intentions that can adjust as you grow

Natalie’s eight key focus areas for goals and intention setting.

Episode 98 Product Picks:

BeeKeeper’s Naturals

In October 2019, I decided to write the entire first draft of my book in like... five days. It was intense. I knew I needed to be laser focused for those four days, so you better believe I loaded up on my Beekeeper’s Naturals goodies every day that week!

I took the B. Powered superfood honey to improve my focus and keep me alert. I also took a BLIXR vial each morning to clear out that brain fog.

Truthfully, two years ago I never could have written this book in four days. I didn’t have the mental clarity or the energy to do it. But my Beekeeper’s honey keeps me fueled and fog-free, and I can definitely notice a difference on the days I forget to take it.

If you want to try out some of my favorite Beekeeper’s Naturals products, and get 15% off, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/bee

Know Your Numbers: Annual Planning for Your Best Year

If you want to build a great business or live a good life, you’ve gotta plan for it! If you want to become the person you need to be to build the business of your dreams, that takes intention and purpose.

Every year, I take a whole month to reevaluate the past 12 months and figure out what worked, what didn’t, and how I can create a life I love for the following year.

I teach you my exact planning process in my program Know Your Numbers: Annual Planning for Your Best Year.

If you want a free training to get some tips on planning your best year yet, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/knowyournumbers

Welcome to Zimmerman Podcast Episode 97.

Today, we’re talking about the three steps you can take to being a better employee.

Now, even if you own your own business like me, you’re still an employee-- of yourself! And as the leader, it’s your job to win employee of the month every month-- metaphorically of course.

Whether you’re just getting started in a new job, you’re working with a new boss, or you’re entering the workforce for the first time, you’re probably realizing that being successful at your job takes more than just being an expert at what you do.

It also requires you to work well interpersonally with the people around and above you. You’ve probably gone through years of school and special training to do your job, but no one’s told you what it takes to be the kind of employee that makes herself stand out at work.

Today, I’ll share with you my three best tips for being an employee anyone would want to keep around.

Episode 97 Topics:

- The one fool-proof question that you can use to assess your own commitment to your work

- Why taking personal responsibility for business can give you purpose and peace

- Helpful scripts for what to say when you need to own your mistakes

- Why your identity is not dependent on your own perfection

- Why consistency in your effort is essential

Episode 97 Product Picks:

My favorite product pairings for this episode...

Know Your Numbers: Annual Planning for Your Best Year

If you want to build a great business or live a good life, you’ve gotta plan for it! If you want to become the person you need to be to build the business of your dreams, that takes intention and purpose.

Every year, I take a whole month to reevaluate the past 12 months and figure out what worked, what didn’t, and how I can create a life I love for the following year.

I teach you my exact planning process in my program Know Your Numbers: Annual Planning for Your Best Year.

If you want a free training to get some tips on planning your best year yet, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/knowyournumbers

Sleeping with a Stranger

Sleeping with a Stranger is officially available everywhere books are sold in hardcover, paperback, ebook, and audiobook. Since the book’s launch, I’ve been amazed by how it has been received. From being named a best seller by USA Today, the Wall Street Journal, Amazon and Barnes & Noble to incredibly personal and touching reviews from my amazing readers, it’s been such a wild journey!

Here’s one of my favorite reviews…

“I love the honesty of this book. It is real and raw and doesn't hold back; and that is why it is so mesmerizing. I could relate on so many levels and I know it must've been so hard to write about many of these very personal and taboo topics. I couldn't put the book down, it was such an easy and enlightening read. I highly recommend this to anyone who is soul searching or just looking for some perspective. Truth is better than fiction!”

I can’t wait to share this story with you! To get your copy, go to jessicazimmerman.com/sleeping-with-a-stranger today or wherever books are sold.

Welcome to Zimmerman Podcast Episode 96.

Guess who’s back? It’s Kelsey Murphy!

Kelsey is a present mom, a boundaried businesswoman, and an incredible career and life coach to women everywhere.

If you listened to episode 64 (https://www.zimmermanpodcast.com/show-notes/how-to-build-a-business-around-authentic-connection-with-kelsey-murphy), you know that Kelsey and I are total soul sisters and I could not be more excited to share MORE of Kelsey and her wisdom with you today.

I somehow love this episode even more than the last one if that’s possible.

Kelsey is sharing why being a mom and working isn’t an either-or scenario, how to let your yeses be yeses and your nos be HELL NOS, and what it looks like to turn a side-hustle into a full-time business.

Episode 96 Topics:

- How to know when it’s time to quit that “dream job” that’s turned into a nightmare

- Why burning out isn’t failing… just a learning opportunity

- Why action is the best teacher

- How dissatisfaction and frustration in life and work can be a version of preparation for your future

- How to trust yourself and know when it’s time to leave a job-- and set parameters for taking action

Episode 96 Product Picks:

A Winning Website

Want to know the first step to booking more clients? You’ve got to have a website!

And not just any website, but a site built to book! If you’re just starting your business, you’re probably wondering how you can share about your work, gain clients, and start making money.

The answer to all of these is your website.

When I first started my business, I didn’t have the money to pay a professional brand expert to create the brand you see here today. But I didn’t have to. I used the resources I had to invest in my business and create a brand that would attract the type of client I wanted to work with, supported by a website that was built to transform searching brides into life-long clients.

If you want a simple guide on how to create a site that books without having to invest thousands in a branding expert before you’re ready, you need A Winning Website!

To learn more, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/website

Know Your Numbers: Annual Planning for Your Best Year

If you want to build a great business or live a good life, you’ve gotta plan for it! If you want to become the person you need to be to build the business of your dreams, that takes intention and purpose.

Every year, I take a whole month to reevaluate the past 12 months and figure out what worked, what didn’t, and how I can create a life I love for the following year.

I teach you my exact planning process in my program Know Your Numbers: Annual Planning for Your Best Year.

If you want a free training to get some tips on planning your best year yet, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/knowyournumbers

Welcome to Zimmerman Podcast Episode 95.

If the past year has taught us anything, it’s that health and wellness is much more than our physical output.

Our bodies, minds, and spirits work together inside of us to build a whole, complete person. When one pillar of wellness suffers, everything suffers.

So how do we take care of ourselves in a whole-hearted way when we already have way too much on our to-do list?

That’s what I’m talking about today with Ashley Turner, a mind body psychotherapist, power yoga expert, and marriage and family therapist.

Episode 95 Topics:

What are chakras and why do they matter?

How to be kind to our bodies to heal our minds and spirits

Why movement and breath is essential in lowering stress levels

How three deep breaths can change your day and heal your body

Episode 95 Product Picks:

BeeKeeper’s Naturals

In October 2019, I decided to write the entire first draft of my book in like... five days. It was intense. I knew I needed to be laser focused for those four days, so you better believe I loaded up on my Beekeeper’s Naturals goodies every day that week!

I took the B. Powered superfood honey to improve my focus and keep me alert. I also took a BLIXR vial each morning to clear out that brain fog.

Truthfully, three years ago I never could have written this book in four days. I didn’t have the mental clarity or the energy to do it. But my Beekeeper’s honey keeps me fueled and fog-free, and I can definitely notice a difference on the days I forget to take it.

If you want to try out some of my favorite Beekeeper’s Naturals products, and get 15% off, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/bee

Sleeping with a Stranger

Sleeping with a Stranger is officially available everywhere books are sold in hardcover, paperback, ebook, and audiobook. Since the book’s launch, I’ve been amazed by how it has been received. From being named a best seller by USA Today, the Wall Street Journal, Amazon and Barnes & Noble to incredibly personal and touching reviews from my amazing readers, it’s been such a wild journey!

Here’s one of my favorite reviews…

“I love the honesty of this book. It is real and raw and doesn't hold back; and that is why it is so mesmerizing. I could relate on so many levels and I know it must've been so hard to write about many of these very personal and taboo topics. I couldn't put the book down, it was such an easy and enlightening read. I highly recommend this to anyone who is soul searching or just looking for some perspective. Truth is better than fiction!”

I can’t wait to share this story with you! To get your copy, go to jessicazimmerman.com today or wherever books are sold.

Welcome to Zimmerman Podcast Episode 95.

If the past year has taught us anything, it’s that health and wellness is much more than our physical output.

Our bodies, minds, and spirits work together inside of us to build a whole, complete person. When one pillar of wellness suffers, everything suffers.

So how do we take care of ourselves in a whole-hearted way when we already have way too much on our to-do list?

That’s what I’m talking about today with Ashley Turner, a mind body psychotherapist, power yoga expert, and marriage and family therapist.

Episode 95 Topics:

What are chakras and why do they matter?

How to be kind to our bodies to heal our minds and spirits

Why movement and breath is essential in lowering stress levels

How three deep breaths can change your day and heal your body

Episode 95 Product Picks:

BeeKeeper’s Naturals

In October 2019, I decided to write the entire first draft of my book in like... five days. It was intense. I knew I needed to be laser focused for those four days, so you better believe I loaded up on my Beekeeper’s Naturals goodies every day that week!

I took the B. Powered superfood honey to improve my focus and keep me alert. I also took a BLIXR vial each morning to clear out that brain fog.

Truthfully, three years ago I never could have written this book in four days. I didn’t have the mental clarity or the energy to do it. But my Beekeeper’s honey keeps me fueled and fog-free, and I can definitely notice a difference on the days I forget to take it.

If you want to try out some of my favorite Beekeeper’s Naturals products, and get 15% off, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/bee

Sleeping with a Stranger

Sleeping with a Stranger is officially available everywhere books are sold in hardcover, paperback, ebook, and audiobook. Since the book’s launch, I’ve been amazed by how it has been received. From being named a best seller by USA Today, the Wall Street Journal, Amazon and Barnes & Noble to incredibly personal and touching reviews from my amazing readers, it’s been such a wild journey!

Here’s one of my favorite reviews…

“I love the honesty of this book. It is real and raw and doesn't hold back; and that is why it is so mesmerizing. I could relate on so many levels and I know it must've been so hard to write about many of these very personal and taboo topics. I couldn't put the book down, it was such an easy and enlightening read. I highly recommend this to anyone who is soul searching or just looking for some perspective. Truth is better than fiction!”

I can’t wait to share this story with you! To get your copy, go to jessicazimmerman.com today or wherever books are sold.

Welcome to Zimmerman Podcast Episode 94.

Today I’m sitting down with Scout Sobel, the founder of Scout’s Agency, the host of SCOUT podcast, and co-host of the Okay, Sis podcast with her sister, Mady.

Scout’s Agency focuses on Podcast PR and 90% of her clients are women. Scout has a passion for sharing about her entrepreneurship story and journey with mental illness. She’s an open book when it comes to her bipolar disorder diagnosis and her honesty and willingness to share is such a gift!

Episode 94 Topics:

- How entrepreneurship can be an unexpected gift for those living with mental illness

- What it looks like to stay committed to your work while being flexible and kind to yourself in the day-to-day

- What safeguards entrepreneurs can put in place to help support them when they’re in a difficult mental health season

- Scout’s personal journey from hospitalization to multi-hyphenate entrepreneur

Find more about Scout here: https://www.scoutsobel.com/

Episode 94 Product Picks:

Beekeeper’s Naturals

Would you pay a dollar a day for more energy, focus, and drive? That’s what I get with BeeKeepers Naturals B. Powered Superfood Honey.

Every day, I take a spoonful of their B. Powered honey and every night, I go to bed after my kids, which is saying a lot. Before B. Powered, I’d be totally out of energy by 4 pm. Can anyone relate?

Running a growing business while being a mom to three kids-- including some pretty wild twin toddlers-- is exhausting. But with B. Powered, I feel more focused and driven than I have in a while… like maybe even before kids.

You know I wouldn’t try to sell you something I don’t believe in and actually use. But I love my B. Powered and now, I honestly can’t imagine my life without it!

If you want 15% off B. Powered, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/bee to get yours today!

Sleeping with a Stranger

I’ve been showing up publicly, teaching all my business secrets for years, all while leaving my biggest story untold-- the story of how my family and I survived the illness that almost killed my husband, Brian. Now, I’m finally sharing our story with the world. If you want to read this never before told story, get it here today!

Welcome to Zimmerman Podcast Episode 94.

Today I’m sitting down with Scout Sobel, the founder of Scout’s Agency, the host of SCOUT podcast, and co-host of the Okay, Sis podcast with her sister, Mady.

Scout’s Agency focuses on Podcast PR and 90% of her clients are women. Scout has a passion for sharing about her entrepreneurship story and journey with mental illness. She’s an open book when it comes to her bipolar disorder diagnosis and her honesty and willingness to share is such a gift!

Episode 94 Topics:

- How entrepreneurship can be an unexpected gift for those living with mental illness

- What it looks like to stay committed to your work while being flexible and kind to yourself in the day-to-day

- What safeguards entrepreneurs can put in place to help support them when they’re in a difficult mental health season

- Scout’s personal journey from hospitalization to multi-hyphenate entrepreneur

Find more about Scout here: https://www.scoutsobel.com/

Episode 94 Product Picks:

Beekeeper’s Naturals

Would you pay a dollar a day for more energy, focus, and drive? That’s what I get with BeeKeepers Naturals B. Powered Superfood Honey.

Every day, I take a spoonful of their B. Powered honey and every night, I go to bed after my kids, which is saying a lot. Before B. Powered, I’d be totally out of energy by 4 pm. Can anyone relate?

Running a growing business while being a mom to three kids-- including some pretty wild twin toddlers-- is exhausting. But with B. Powered, I feel more focused and driven than I have in a while… like maybe even before kids.

You know I wouldn’t try to sell you something I don’t believe in and actually use. But I love my B. Powered and now, I honestly can’t imagine my life without it!

If you want 15% off B. Powered, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/bee to get yours today!

Sleeping with a Stranger

I’ve been showing up publicly, teaching all my business secrets for years, all while leaving my biggest story untold-- the story of how my family and I survived the illness that almost killed my husband, Brian. Now, I’m finally sharing our story with the world. If you want to read this never before told story, get it here today!

Welcome to Zimmerman Podcast Episode 93.

Today, I’m sharing my five-part system for implementing ideas with purpose.

Part of being an entrepreneur, and really, part of being a human, is having new and exciting ideas that propel us through new phases of life and business.

Ideas can be as simple as, “I need a better system for tracking my spending” or as seemingly crazy as “What if we traveled the country in an airstream full-time?”

But when you remember that everytime you say “yes” to an idea, it means saying “no” to something else, figuring out how and when to implement new ideas becomes incredibly important!

So today we’re talking about how to invest in ideas with purpose.

Episode 93 Topics:

- Why a simple google doc is the secret to planning and living with purpose

- Why it’s essential to give yourself time to choose the next right thing in your life

- How to choose your two or three most life-changing ideas each year

- How to feel confident in your “yeses” and celebrate your “nos”

Podcast on How to Reverse-engineer Big Goals:

https://www.zimmermanpodcast.com/show-notes/ditch-resolutions-and-plan-days-worth-repeating

Episode 93 Product Picks:

Lea Black CBD Skincare

In all the years I’ve been showing up online, teaching business education webinars or sharing about my life in Instagram stories, there’s one question I get more than ANY OTHER:

What skincare do you use???

For years, I had a pretty disappointing answer: a bar of soap.

But as I started prioritizing my own wellness and stopped feeling guilty for investing time in taking care of myself physically, mentally, and emotionally, I knew I needed to up my skincare game.

Enter Lea Black skincare.

While I love literally every Lea Black skincare product I’ve tried, my favorite by far is the CBD Soothing Eye Cream, which can make me look rested and energized even after late nights up with the kids or prepping for a new course launch. I’m convinced that the CBD infused cream makes my eyes look bright and smooth, and I swear it even makes me feel more awake.

Whether I’m hitting the road with my family, preparing for a day of Zoom meetings, or getting a full face of makeup on to do some book press, I’m so thankful to be using products that really work.

If you want to try some Lea Black products like her soothing CBD eye cream go to leablack.com and use code JESS40 for 40% off.

Know Your Numbers: Annual Planning for Your Best Year

If you want to build a great business or live a good life, you’ve gotta plan for it!

If you want to become the person you need to be to build the business of your dreams, that takes intention and purpose.

Every year, I take a whole month to reevaluate the past 12 months and figure out what worked, what didn’t, and how I can create a life I love for the following year.

I teach you my exact planning process in my program Know Your Numbers: Annual Planning for Your Best Year.

If you want a free training to get some tips on planning your best year yet, go to zimmermanpodcast.com/knowyournumbers