Find Your Magic
109 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsWelcome to Find Your Magic, the podcast where entrepreneurship and mental health meet! If you found your way here, it’s no accident...maybe you have a hunch that your work should be more fulfilling, that your relationships should be more supportive, that your days should be more joyful, or maybe you’re nervous to take the leap into a new chapter of life. If any of that sounds like you, you’re in the right place.
I’m your host, Kelsey Formost: marketing expert, mental health advocate, founder of Magic Words Copywriting, and resident word nerd. This safe, kind, (& fun!) space is full of meaningful conversations with successful entrepreneurs, creatives, experts, and friends, exploring what it really takes to forge your own path and build a life you love.
My guests and I talk about allllll the things; from actionable business advice, to the creative process, to mental health, and everything in between. We’re here to show you that you don’t have to FEEL brave to DO brave things.
If you show up for these vulnerable conversations, it means you’re ready to invite more magic into your career and your life. You, my friend, are a Magic Maker and I’m so grateful you’re here.
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102. Making money on social media without compromising your ethics or mental health, with influencer marketing expert Nicole Camacho
April 03, 2024 07:00 - 48 minutes - 66.1 MBIf you've ever been curious about making money as a creator/influencer, this is the non-slimey, straight up advice convo you've been looking for! The Creator Economy is ABSOLUTELY a viable source of income, but it can also be a slippery slope for a) the mental health of the creator, and b) feeling pressure to do things you're uncomfy doing in order to make more sales on social media. My friend Nicole (Niki) Camacho is one of THE most inspirational, positive, supportive, informed h...
101. Thriving as 'an only' in the workplace with Speak Out Revolution CMO, Archita Fritz
March 27, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 52.8 MBIf you are an "only" in your workplace- the only woman, the only POC, the only LGBTQ+ person - this conversation is for you...AND!...This conversation is for ALL leaders who want to foster a safer, more creative, more productive, and more FUN workplace! I'm speaking to leadership expert and award-winning marketing pro Archita Fritz. Archita followed the - her words: "perfect immigrant" path, getting excellent grades and getting on a corporate career track very early. She went from b...
100. From crying in the ER to the best year of my life. It's THE ONE HUNDRETH EPISODE!
March 14, 2024 02:30 - 28 minutes - 51.7 MBToday I want to talk to you about PIVOTS. When you hear "pivot" you likely think of two things: 1. Ross Gellar yelling in a stairwell, and 2. A big shift in someone's life. In this solo episode- the ONE HUNDRETH EPISODE of Find Your Magic! - I want to talk about the tiny pivots, the mannny one or two degree turns I made over the course of the past three years that led me here to the happiest, and most grounded I've ever been in my life. Today I'm sharing a story I haven't told pub...
99. How to regulate your nervous system and un-learn "good girl" conditioning with Dr. Megan Daley
March 06, 2024 08:00 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MBIf you're a high-achieving woman who deals with anxiety, overwhelm, and "sensitivity", chances are you've had physical manifestations of those internal experiences. Dr. Megan Daley originally came onto this podcast to talk about how to regulate our nervous systems, but - as often happens on the pod! - we ended up talking about SO much more than that... The lesson I keep learning over and over is that ALL our systems are interwoven to create the fabric of our human experience: - O...
98. Embracing your menstrual cycle and balancing hormones with Zara Seligson
February 28, 2024 08:00 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBThere were so many possible titles for this episode because my guest, women's health practitioner Zara Seligson, dropped so many freaking GEMS I almost don't know where to begin. If you are a person who menstruates, you've probably been sold "discreet" period products your whole life. Chances are, you've been offered hormonal birth control as a solution to a host of symptoms (which, sometimes, is the right call, but can also prove problematic for others 🙋♀️). In this episode, we'...
97. I refuse to feel embarrassed about this
February 21, 2024 08:00 - 33 minutes - 62.2 MBI'm finally ready to share the big news: After months of going back and forth, months of feeling like a failure, and months of being chewed up and spit out by the job hunt machine... I started a new "traditional" job at the beginning of this year. And I'm so happy about it. Here's the #1 takeaway though: Magic Words Copywriting is NOT going away! In fact, it's getting MORE accessible for anyone wanting real-life guidance on building and growing an online business. MORE...
96. How to elevate your job search, your career and your company with People Ops Executive Jocelyne Norris
February 14, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutes - 56 MBI'm THRILLED to introduce you to one of the smartest people I know: People Ops leader and leadership expert Jocelyne Norris! She helped me personally through a very tough season of my career where I felt "crazy" and burnt out, helping me get my confidence back and get through to the other side. Jocelyne helps people identify how they operate best and teaches them how to communicate that inside of their careers so they can have more freedom and do better work! Long story shor...
95. Overcoming people pleasing and imposter syndrome as an entrepreneur, with Leadership Coach Jule Kim
February 07, 2024 08:00 - 53 minutes - 74.3 MBPeople pleasing is always a hot topic, but for entrepreneurs imposter syndrome tends to be universally relevant. When a business owner doesn't feel confident about themselves it affects the opportunities they go after (or don't go after), and other aspects like how much they charge. People pleasing is also very common in business owners, especially when low confidence or scarcity are also present. All of these relate to self-worth and self-love. My guest today is Jule Kim; Jule i...
94. Embracing your zone of genius & hiring out the rest with Shay Brown of Bucketlist Bombshells
January 31, 2024 08:00 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MBThis is the final Re-release episode in the "Best Of" Find Your Magic series. NEW episodes drop starting next week! Today, my guest is Shay Brown, the COO, and co-founder of the Bucketlist Bombshells. If you haven't heard of the Bucketlist Bombshells, it is a multi-million dollar educational community that equips women with confidence and knowledge to start a remote service-based online business. I know that sounds very official, but it boils down to the tools women need to level u...
93. From personal passion to profitable business with Melissa Guller of Wit & Wire (Re-release)
January 24, 2024 08:00 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MBThis episode is a re-release from March 2022 as part of my "Best Of" Series - enoy it if you missed it the first time 'round and get ready for new episodes in February! If you’ve ever worried about how to build an online business while still working a full time job, or wondered where to start when it comes to creating a digital course, this episode is for you! Melissa Guller is the founder of Wit & Wire, a business where she helps creators build profitable online businesses so the...
92. Preventing, defining, and healing BURNOUT with coach Nikole Stanfield (Re-release)
January 17, 2024 08:00 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MBThis episode was previously released in January of 2022; I'm re-releasing it as part of this month's "Best Of" series for anyone who didn't get a chance to enjoy it the first time around! I bet I'm not alone when I say I'm a little sick of the word 'burnout' right now (one could even say I was BURNT OUT hearing the word!) HOWEVER! After personally experiencing burnout in a big way this December, I wanted to talk with an expert about what burnout actually is, how we can heal from it...
91. Releasing "mom guilt" while growing a profitable business with Kate Kordsmeier (Re-release)
January 10, 2024 08:00 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBThis episode was originally released in October of 2021 and I'm re-releasing it for the New Year because it's SO good & I don't want new listeneres to miss out! Feeling burnt out? If you're looking for more balance, this episode with my good friend Kate Kordsmeier is for you. Kate has done an INCREDIBLE job building a multi-six-figure business with blogging and passive income so she can open up time and space to be with her family. She now teaches other entrepreneurs how to do the ...
90. Human Design and Expanding Comfort Zones with Megan Seamans (Re-release)
January 03, 2024 08:00 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBThis episode was originally released in August of 2021 and I'm re-releasing it in the New Year because it's too good to miss! Feeling lost about what the next chapter of your life should be? Or maybe you’re feeling stuck in your business, your relationship, or another area of your life where you’re thinking, “I don’t really know what to do next, I just know SOMETHING’s gotta give.” This is the chat for you... In this episode (originally released August 2021) I’m speaking with Megan ...
89. Solo ep; My big learnings, lessons, & inspiration from 2023
December 20, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 58.5 MBMy un-edited verbal vomit reflections, lessons, and inspiration from 2023 - and where I want to go in 2024. 1. Mental health is HEALTH. 2. The body really does keep the score. I'm sharing my test results that prove it. 3. Simple practices that re-connect you to nature and your humanity can work MIRACLES in your brain and body. 4. Change doesn't have to be huge or hard. 5. I learned how to stay present during conflict (instead of fawning or disassociating), and for the first tim...
88. Defying expectations as a "multi-hyphenate" with screenwriter and actress, Anna Chazelle
December 13, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 68.1 MBToday's guest is my kindred spirit, screenwriter, actor, director, producer - and TRUE multi-hyphenate! - Anna Chazelle. We're exploring how she found her way to unexpected genres, skillsets, and art forms that TRULY made her come alive. Anna is a filmmaker, actor, and screenwriter represented by WME, who specializes in horror storytelling. She got started doing theater in New York and has since transitioned into being a multi-hyphenate who specializes in science fiction and the ma...
87. Social media marketing for beginners with the Marketing Mompreneurs
December 06, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MBDisclaimer for this episode, y'all: Social media is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it can be an INCREDIBLE marketing tool (and let's face it, we all need to have SOME kind of social media presence in today's world if we're runnng a business). But social media- or rather the risk of comparison and burnout that come with it - can strain our mental health. Take care of yourselves and take any social media growth advice with a grain of salt and a heap of self-awareness re: what work...
86. How to create a business plan, manage finances, and do the (annoying) left brain stuff with Ashley Bird Williams
November 29, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBYou're WELCOME, Magic Makers. Today, my guest Ashley "bird" Williams is here to talk about all the left brain stuff that I hate....it also happens to be the stuff that makes or breaks a business. If you don't have a solid business plan, if you don't know your numbers (budget, expenses, gross profits, net profits, etc), if you aren't planning for tax season, they you 100% will not be able to create a profitable business, let ALONE a SUSTAINABLE one with staying power! Which is EXACTL...
85. Steal my SIMPLE gratitude exercise (my UN-edited journal entry)
November 22, 2023 08:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBEven if you live somewhere that doesn't celebrate Thanksgiving, you can still do this simple gratitude exercise: Naming and appreciating the smaller "everyday" things that often get overlooked when they run RIGHT or are healthy. Things like: - Your car - Your favorite piece of clothing - Your internet connection - Your dog/cat/pet - Your phone - Your memberships/courses you already own - Your kitchen appliances... Follow along - and bring a journal! - as I use the following...
84. Art as advocacy & building a creative life with Steven Gaultney, resident playwright at Theatre of Others
November 16, 2023 22:40 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MBWhen you protect your time and energy and truly devote yourself to honing your gifts, MAGIC. HAPPENS. My guest today is Steven Gaultney - a playwright, dramaturg, and teacher based in Brooklyn. His most recent work, Bright Light Burning, will premiere next month at COP28, the annual UN Climate Conference, held this year in Dubai! (Skip to the end of the notes to see how you can donate to the cause and help end climate change!) In this episode, we're talking about the leap of faith...
83. Getting sober (and I'm not just talking about alcohol) with author and certified recovery coach Celeste Yvonne
November 01, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutes - 68.9 MBIt's not you, mama - it's the SYSTEM. You do NOT have to be a mom to get a ton out of this incredible conversation with author and recovery coach, Celeste Yvonne. We're talking about the mental load of motherhood, the patriarchy, priviledge, the slippery slope of "mommy wine culture", and numbing our burnout with unhealthy coping mechanisms. We're ALSO talking about tools to help us heal, and the magic of sober living (and I'm not just talking about alcohol). This might just be my...
82. The 3 Most Common "Confidence Killers": Imposter Syndrome, Perfectionism, and Distractionism with Ryane LeCense
October 25, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 56.2 MBIn a world full of generic "motivational speaker" language, I get excited when people are SPECIFIC about how they coach people to live a fuller, better life that's more aligned with their values. Ryane LeCense is here to discuss the 3 most common "confidence killers", re-framing negative self-talk, and taking action towards building the life we say we want. ABOUT RYANE: Ryane LeCesne, an Advance Accelerator Coach, empowers high-achieving Black women to overcome Impostor Syndrom...
81. Breaking stereotypes, making friends with AI, and uplevelling the User Experience with experts in Brand and Product Design
October 18, 2023 19:30 - 57 minutes - 79.7 MBHannah Ryu and Veronica Shelton are the Co-Founders of Oak Theory: A design studio specializing in UX/UI, web, brand, and application design. Veronica and Hannah are two sought-after experts and women of color committed to breaking minority stereotypes within the tech space, while also bringing the perspective of what appropriate diversity really looks like within their industry! By combining deep user centricity with effective design principles, they help clients grow their busin...
80. Re-wiring neural pathways and tapping into the power of our subconscious with Kelsey Padigos
October 11, 2023 07:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBDo you gaslight yourself or override your feelings in order to make others comfortable? Are you keeping yourself small because you're scared of what living a bold life might ACTUALLY look like? My guest Kelsey Padigos is an expert at helping (mostly) women re-wire their neural pathways so they can stop sabotaging themselves. She uses many different modalities to get to the bottom of what your subconscious mind is telling you, and working WITH the mind to go from "lack" or "scarcity...
79. Narcissism in the workplace & being a "creative outlier" in corporate America with Nicole Christie
October 07, 2023 00:00 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MBThis conversation is split into two halves: The first half is about forging a unique path if you're a creative hearted entrepreneur trying to make it in a corporate enviornment. The second is about Narcissism, specifically, how it might show up at work. Both are AMAZING. Reminder/Disclaimer: neither Nicole nor I are licensed therapists or mental health professionals. I've listed some resources below if you're looking for professional support! Book on Narcissism & Recovery: Should ...
78. MONEY: Mindset, math, and financial literacy w/self-made millionaire, Walli Miller
September 20, 2023 07:00 - 48 minutes - 66.4 MBWhen financial literacy expert Walli Miller low-key dropped that she was a self-made millionaire, I immediately knew I had to get her on the pod. I loved talking to Walli because she's incredibly ETHICAL in the way she talks about financial literacy; no "shame-y" language, no "get rich quick" BS. Walli approaches money from BOTH the mindset work AND the practical math. After this conversation I felt genuinely excited to look at my finances, to ask myself some questions about how I...
77. Don't sleep on in-person connections & mentorship! With Dr. Kim McNair
September 13, 2023 07:00 - 44 minutes - 60.8 MBKim is a passionate female entrepreneur and inspiring leader. She has done remarkable work connecting women to valuable business resources, empowering them to professionally grow and expand their personal brands for over 10 years. Dr. Kim has been featured in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Rolling Out, South Fulton Lifestyle, Sheen Magazine, WATC-TV Atlanta’s 57, V-103 and Café Mocha Radio. Dr. McNair is truly dedicated to fostering a supportive network for women from all walks o...
76. Home page triage! Stop the $ bleeding with these pro copywriter tricks
September 06, 2023 18:40 - 20 minutes - 16.7 MBIs your website hemorrhaging money/leads/conversions? Stop the leaks with these ACTIONABLE professional copywriting tricks! We start with how to THINK like a copywriter (I'm not trying to turn you into a professional copywriter; I'm trying to teach you how to identify where you can update your copy to stop losing leads/leaving money on the table.) There are 3 major topics we're covering in this episode: 1. CLARITY, brevity, and the "funnel of awareness" 2. CONNECTION to your ide...
75. Multi-level Marketing Schemes (and support for getting out) with 'Hey Hun' author, Emily Lynn Paulson
August 30, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MBPlease note that while the ultimate goal is to hold MLMs accountable for harm, this is a KIND, SAFE SPACE to talk about MLMs - aka "Multi-Level Marketing" schemes. My hope is that this conversation offers clarity, hope, and encouragement to anyone who's been part of, or negatively affected by, this sneaky, insidious system. Part research, part personal story, part recovery journey...this one is a biggie, folx. Content advisory for this episode: Addiction, alcoholism, recovery, emo...
74. Growth strategies that don’t require flashy marketing with Boss Project Founder, Abagail Pumphrey
August 23, 2023 19:00 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBNEWS: Copy Class enrollment opens MONDAY SEPT 25th! Learn all about my signature program that teaches entrepreneurs everything they need to write words that sell, without sounding sales-y at: http://www.kelseyformost.com/copyclass Now to today's episode! It takes a LOT of self awareness to build a life-first business rather than a business that takes over your life. We're talking about: - What does growth look like for you? - What's a good, sustainable PACE for that growth? - ...
73. PR that drives profit (vs inflating the ego) with PR Agency Owner, Nicole Rodrigues
August 16, 2023 07:00 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MBTruth bomb: If you don't have somewhere great to send leads you attract as a result of PR, you're serving your EGO, not your business. Today's guest Nicole Rodrigues just celebrated NINE (!!) years of owning her Public Relations agency, NRPR. After over two decades in the PR world, Nicole has seen it ALL, and today, she's sharing: - What business owners need to do BEFORE they even think about PR - How to determine whether or not you're ready for press - Deciding whether to hire ...
72. How to negotiate a higher salary and raise your worth with Crystal Ware
August 09, 2023 07:00 - 42 minutes - 34.5 MBThere's a lot of talk in the ether right now about jobs, the economy, inflation, and salary shifts. I wanted to invite expert Crystal Ware on the podcast today to talk about how to raise your worth; BOTH your net worth, AND your self worth! Crystal shares actionable tips on how to approach a conversation about salary with a current or potential employer, how to negotiate a raise, and how to discern (with market research and actual data) how you should be pricing yourself/your skill...
71. Procrastination. Ugh. Uncovering (and replacing!) negative beliefs with Zoi Saad
August 02, 2023 07:00 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MBToday's episode is about a topic I'm extremely familiar with: PROCRASTINATION. This conversation with Zoi Saad gave me a LOT of hope! By addressing unconscious negative beliefs that lurk below the surface, she helps people approach procrastination with a curious and loving mindset. By uncovering and addressing the root of the issue, we can lessen the impact of procrastination. Sign me up! Zoi Saad is a Clinical Hypnotherapist & Rapid Transformational Therapist (RTT), cross-trained ...
70. Solo Episode; How to build a sales funnel + 2 YEARS of Find Your Magic!
July 26, 2023 07:30 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBHappy 2 year anniversary, Magic Makers! I'm truly so grateful that you're part of this incredible community...like, I actually get teary-eyed thinking about it. Love y'all more than you know. In honor of our 2 years together, I wanted to update you on both some new business and personal news! In this episode, I'm giving you an inside look into what I'm teaching inside my membership BYOB, which stands for Build Your Own Business...you can learn all about BYOB (or even better, join us...
69. Using art to tap into your right brain with pharmacist & meditation teacher Dr. Tracey McGrath
July 19, 2023 21:30 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MBTracey McGrath is a Pharmacist turned Mindful Art Teacher & Meditation Coach. After struggling for years with anxiety and searching for my purpose she found herself returning to her art practice and incorporating what she'd learned about meditation and mindfulness. As Tracey says,"I love sharing my passion for mindful art and meditation practices with other women to help them find more peace and joy in their lives!" In this episode, we're talking about how to use art as meditation...
68. Using breathwork to heal the nervous system with Kate Crawford
July 12, 2023 07:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBHonesty Bomb, Magic Makers: I'm a recovering co-dependent person with anxiety...Over the past few months I switched from "regular" talk therapy to a new healing modality: Somatic Therapy, which focuses on healing the nervous system. One of the tools I use regularly is breathwork, which is why I'm so excited to speak with Kate Crawford, a Certified Trauma-Informed Breathwork Practitioner (600+ hrs YACEP), and the founder and CEO of Korē Breathwork. From Kate: Throughout my 15-year-...
67. Breaking up with problematic clients (and how to prevent them in the first place) w/copywriter Brittany McBean
July 05, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MBBreaking up (with problematic clients) is hard to do! In this episode, my guest – the delightful copywriter Brittany McBean – chats with me about the mental health toll needy or problematic clients can take on freelancers and service providers. We're ALSO chatting about how she uses airtight contracts and a buttoned-up client onboarding system to make sure everyone's boundaries are respected and the best possible work is delivered. Brittany McBean is a launch strategist & conversi...
66. How to release judgement, accept help, reject shame, and embrace the full spectrum of experience; with Creator Cee Topacio
June 28, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 55.3 MBThis is probably the most tender, authentic conversation we've had on the pod to date about mental health. Content advisory; Cee and I talk about difficult topics, dark nights of the soul, depression, and more. I REALLY hope you stay but if you need to skip this one to take care of yourself, we understand. One of the most difficult things creative entrepreneurs face is JUDGEMENT; judegement we receive from others, from our social systems, from strangers on the internet...but perhap...
65. Mom rage, the mental load, and relationship equity, with "Fair Play" Facilitator Dr. Veronica Eyo
June 21, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBONE OF MY FAVORITE CONVERSATIONS TO DATE ON THIS PODCAST...You do NOT have to be a mom to get tons out of this conversation with FairPlay facilitator, Dr. Veronica Eyo... Dr. Veronica Eyo is an LCSW in Los Angeles who specializes in working with mothers, new and seasoned, in navigating the challenges of parenthood. While she has worked with clients throughout different stages of life, Dr. Veronica transitioned her practice to working with mothers – specifically mothers of color – af...
64. How to stop judging yourself and turn your idea into reality, with Betsy O'Brien
June 15, 2023 20:00 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBBetsy "Bets" O'Brien cold DM'ed me months ago asking for advice on how to start her podcast. We met up for a blind friend date at a local coffee shop, and at the time, all she had was an idea... Cut to 6 months later, Bets has consistently recorded and shared her podcast The Bets Life, growing a loyal listener base and talking about everything that affects Millenial women; from fashion to polycystic ovary syndrome (we both have it!). In this conversation, we're talking about how t...
63. WTF is a 'mindset' anyway? With holisitic business coach Alecia St. Germain
May 24, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 61.8 MBI met Alecia a few years ago when we were both speaking at a summit for women in business. I immediately felt like we were friends, appreciating that she was a badass entrepreneur who also had a spiritual side. Here's the thing; I absolutely KNOW in my bones that the energy we put into the world is the energy we get back. And yet I absolutely do NOT agree with coaches who say "just change your mindset and make more money". Like...no. I've been seeing SO MUCH of this "mindset" speak ...
62. SEO (Search Engine Optimization) for beginners with
May 17, 2023 07:00 - 47 minutes - 65.3 MBGit yer notebooks out, Magic Makers! We're gonna learn how to find Keywords for your niche! How to make Google list you on page 1! Using "Alt-Text" to boost SEO! This podcast episode is a full-on class on how to improve your SEO (for beginners). I'm a bit embarassed to admit that even though I'm a professional writer, I have kind of avoided diving super deep into SEO. Until I had this chat with Sadie, I felt super intimidated by the technology of it all. BUT, as Sadie explains, the...
61. I got 99 problems and being a b*tch ain't one! Coping Skills with 'Coping With Lindsey'
May 12, 2023 20:11 - 32 minutes - 44 MB"I got 99 Problems and Being a Bitch Aint One"...the title of her book says it all!! You don't have to be a mom or mompreneur to appreciate this episode on coping skills with licensed social worker (and Copy Class grad!) Lindsey Konchar. TW: we talk about post-partum depression, anxiety, fertility, and kids. If ya need to skip this one to take care of yourself, I get it! But if you are experiencing challenges related to those things, I'm betting you actually get TONS out of knowing ...
60. Using digital products to generate extra income and time, with Louise Rowland
May 01, 2023 16:30 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBIf you're en entrepreneur, chances are you feel like you could use more TIME; and not just time in your day for your business, but also time for yourself, your family, and your passions outside of work! In this episode, we're talking about how my guest Louise Rowland works 20-25 hours a week running two businesses while also being a present "mum" to two young children. Listen to discover how she managed to scale back on 1:1 client work and transition into a group business model. Lou...
59. When to hire help (even on a shoestring budget)
April 24, 2023 14:00 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MBListen to hear 2 BIG updates & 1 exciting REVEAL! I'll be real with y'all - I debated just quietly hitting publish on some pre-recorded episodes without recording or releasing this one...but the more I thought about it, the more I realized how hugely important it is to continue to talk about ALL the 'behind the scenes' stuff - even when that stuff is hard to talk about. Here's the thing: My business - and my income - looks vastly different right now than it did when I had a huge c...
58. Creating Multiple Income Streams for Service-Based Business Owners with Nicole Liloia
March 07, 2023 20:35 - 43 minutes - 80.1 MBANNOUNCEMENT! Before we get into today’s episode, I just created something REALLY exciting for my overwhelmed-but-motivated entrepreneurial listeners who need PRACTICAL guidance for getting their business up, running & PROFITABLE… Introducing “BYOB” (Build Your Own Business”): A monthly membership where we will focus on ONE, needle-moving topic each month that will help you build a profitable, sustainable business, step by practical step. Join the “founding members” at the ...
57. How to grow on social without burning out w/Social Media Agency Owner, Shanté Gorman
February 12, 2023 20:00 - 38 minutes - 70.9 MBSocial Media is a double-edged sword; on one hand, it can be an INCREDIBLY powerful tool for growing your business and brand. On the other hand, it can be a slippery slope to burnout and imposter syndrome. How much to share (and how often) on social is something I myself struggle with, which is why a couple years ago I started following Social Media Manager Shanté Gorman, founder of Sugarpunch Marketing Agency. Beyond her expertise in helping entrepreneurs work smarter, not harder o...
56. I hired a biz coach & learned these 5 (hard) lessons
January 23, 2023 01:30 - 21 minutes - 39.3 MBHiring an expert (someone who has already gotten to where you want to go) is THE fastest shortcut to success! That's why (after 3 months of healing from deep burnout) I bit the bullet and hired a (very expensive but, so far, worth it) business coach to guide me into a sustainable business in 2023. These are the 5 lessons I learned in our first strategy calls (listen for the full advice!)... 1. Hybrid programs (Course + Support + Done-For-You option) are the future. 2. Look at you...
55. The end of the "Girlboss" façade & the rise of TRUE success w/CEO Whitney Eckis
January 15, 2023 08:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MBWhen you look at Whitney Eckis you see someone who "has it all"; a successful marketing agency with HUGE clients like Marriot Hotels, Red Bull, Soul Cycle, a top-rated podcast, and a hemp infused coffee brand so popular it just got into Urban Outfitters. What you don't see- like so many of us entrepreneurs - is her story of burnout, anxiety, and depression that got her there. Whitney joins me on Find Your Magic to talk about the REAL sh*t... She gives A+ branding advice (like, th...
54. Welcoming myself back (even though I'm embarrassed).
January 12, 2023 21:00 - 25 minutes - 46.2 MBRecently I was in a yoga class where the teacher kept saying the words "welcome back" every few minutes. His idea was that hearing that phrase would interrupt your thoughts and bring you back to your body. It drove me NUTS, but dang was it effective. Every time I started thinking about my to-do list while I was contorted in right angle moon dog or whatever-the-f*ck, he would say "WELCOME BACK" and instantly I was back in the present moment. I decided to take that same approach to ...
53. Business partnerships and focusing on your strengths with Shay Brown of Bucketlist Bombshells
September 26, 2022 07:00 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MBToday, my guest is Shay Brown, the COO, and co-founder of the Bucketlist Bombshells. If you haven't heard of the Bucketlist Bombshells, it is a multi-million dollar educational community that equips women with confidence and knowledge to start a remote service-based online business. I know that sounds very official, but it boils down to the tools women need to level up their business knowledge and mindset to be successful in business. In this episode, we talk about business partn...