Just Start: Get Visible
230 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsWelcome to Just Start: Get Visible, your go-to resource on the journey to becoming more visible, in a way that feels right for you. If you're feeling the call to step outside of your comfort zone, show up differently in life and work, and step into your greatness, this podcast is your guiding light.
Perhaps you have been wanting to utilize your voice more at work or through your entrepreneurial ventures or even become a sought after speaker? Maybe you’ve been given more responsibility at work but you’re facing more imposter syndrome as a result?
Are you tired of waiting for just the right moment, overthinking, doubting your ability, talking yourself out of it because you don’t think you have the personality, voice or “qualifications” to do it?
It’s time to take some action.
Your host, Jacqueline M. Baker is a seasoned entrepreneur, best-selling author, and captivating keynote speaker, who brings over two decades of speaking, presenting, and thought leadership wisdom to the table. She has an unwavering commitment of propelling you from the sidelines to the spotlight, Just Start is here to equip you with the confidence, resources and inspiration you need to start and THRIVE.
Through captivating guest interviews and time-tested strategies, she will walk you through your transformational opportunity to stop wishing and dreaming and truly get started.
Whether you're seeking to refine your speaking skills, amplify your impact, become more visible in your current role or make a career transition, this podcast is your indispensable companion.
Listen in, and let Just Start empower you to share your light with the world. It's time to take that crucial first step—Just Start and Get Visible!
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Episodes
Do What Refreshes YOU - Part 4 with Jacqueline M. Baker
July 27, 2023 10:09 - 11 minutes - 16.1 MBWhat makes you unique and different? (ponder on that for a while) I'll share my reality. While many people get recharged and refueled by going to the spa, taking multiple days off of work or binging their favorite shows, I have to tell you - that does not do it for me. I get refreshed from short, spurts of rest and I don't need or like to take off long period of work. I like mini charges and I know that works for me. While I have people in my life who remind me to slow down and take brea...
Get The Right People Around You - Part 3 with Jacqueline M. Baker
July 20, 2023 10:09 - 12 minutes - 7.1 MBJust a few weeks ago, I went to dinner with a good friend of mine, Jacqueline M. Welch, who also wrote the foreword for my latest book, The Unexpected Leader. I can guarantee you that every time I meet with her, I walk away feeling positive, filled up and refreshed. Do you have a friend in your life like that - one that always leaves you and you feel better than when you first came into their presence. Let's explore how you can refresh by getting the right people around you.
Grand Opening & Grand Closing - Part 2 with Jacqueline M. Baker
July 13, 2023 10:09 - 11 minutes - 6.85 MBDo you open up and close out your day or do you find yourself shuffling papers from one part of the desk to the other trying to find a slither of space to actually get things done? On Part 2 of this series on the power of refreshing, let's explore the opportunity that you possess to have a grand opening and grand closing every day.
Think Clearly By Positive Purging - Part 1 with Jacqueline M. Baker
July 06, 2023 10:09 - 14 minutes - 20 MBI hope that you didn't see the P word - purge, and it worried you. I mean, there was an entire movie about purging and (spoiler alert), they weren't purging clothes or paper. What I want you to think about when you hear ME say the word purge in this episode is purging things for clarity, peace and freedom. Because of a few past scenarios in my life, I find myself being a regular purger. It helps to provide mental and physical space in my life to actually think creatively and get things d...
Expansive Thinking To Action with Jacqueline M. Baker
June 29, 2023 10:09 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBHow? How can you go from having all these ideas and potential opportunities to turning then into action? Well, I suggest that you embrace Expansive Thinking and give yourself permission to turn it into action. Let's explore that in this episode of Just Start: From Ideas To Action!
Sometimes You Get Stuck, Now What? with Jacqueline M. Baker
June 22, 2023 10:09 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBLet's be honest. Getting stuck sucks. Use these quick strategies to get unstuck, start and keep going!
Letting Your Food Choices Help You Start with Earl Stewart III
June 15, 2023 10:09 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MBFood! Do I have your attention? I hope so, because that's what we're talking about today. Chef Earl Stewart III joins us on this episode to explore the world of advancing from a 20 year corporate career to giving himself permission to start and grow Earl & Associates, focused on menu consulting, catering and the private chef space. From mistakes to what's next, we explore it all. Join us for this exciting conversation. I hope that it inspires you to start the things that you want to do!
Leading Big Things (& Companies) with Victor Cho
June 08, 2023 10:59 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBThis is a conversation that you absolutely do not want to miss. What an amazing dialogue with Victor Cho as we explore his leadership journey at Evite, Kodak Gallery and a host of other tech opportunities. Ready to get inspired by hearing about Victor's journey and use of resilience? Let's get started!
Think Differently with Jacqueline M. Baker
June 01, 2023 10:09 - 12 minutes - 7.42 MBOn your journey of starting, you have options in how you choose to think - expansively or reductively. Let's spend some time exploring how you can use expansive thinking to help you start and elevate to your next level!
The Power of Resilience with Michelle Gladieux
May 25, 2023 10:09 - 44 minutes - 39.2 MBResilience is a key component of getting started. And, this episode with Michelle Gladieux is an indicator of that. As we explore her world of starting, leading and authoring, I'm elated at the very transparent and impactful conversation that we were able to have! We hope that this episode inspires you to take action and get started!
Celebrating 150 Episodes with Chef Duriel Barnes, The Chosen Chef
May 18, 2023 10:09 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MBIt only makes sense that we celebrate 150 epiodes of the Just Start podcast with an exciting conversation, a cooking demo AND a live audience. Join this truly special and amazing episode with the Chosen Chef, Duriel Barnes as we explore how he gave himself permission to start and what's next for what he's built. You will literally be able to taste this episode through the sound waves. If you want to experience Part 2 of this episode with a live food session, head over to: https://yout...
Letting Resilience Fuel Multiple Passions with Shawn Brooks
May 11, 2023 10:09 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBAre you interested in starting multiple things? Well, don't let that be the reason that you don't start! I mean, Shawn Brooks is a testament that this is possible. Join us in listening to this exciting conversation as we explore how Shawn gave himself permission to get started and how he has dealt with the wins, the challenges and continuing to start new things. Let's get started!
Getting Serious About What You're Starting with Dara N. King
May 04, 2023 10:09 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBAre you serious? Because, you can be! This episode is such a treat! I had the opportunity to connect with Dr. Dara King about the impact that she is making in the health equity space. As a medical professional for many years, (an OBGYN to be exact), Dara knew that she had more in her - more to give, more to do and more impact to make. Today, we share her journey of advancing from impactful work as Dr. King to giving herself permission to go back to school, obtain another degree and to ge...
What Do I Need To Know About Money To Start
April 27, 2023 10:09 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBThe list of things that might be on your list when you're planning to start can feel endless. And money often comes up as one of those things. So, let me help you get more clarity around what you really need to know about money to help you get started.
Finances & Accounting & Taxes, Oh My! with Amber Proffitt
April 20, 2023 10:09 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBMust be the money... Well, we always think that it must be the money, but sometimes its the management of the money that is really what we need. What an absolute treat to chat with Amber Proffitt about all things EA. Amber introduced me to a completely different career choice in the tax space - the role of an Enrolled Agent. Listen, whether you're just starting or giving yourself permission to go even further, this laugh and value filled episode is for you!
The Secrets of Raising Capital with Dr. Marlo Rencher
April 13, 2023 10:09 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBRaising capital can feel like an incredibly heavy thing to even think about. Well, it gets a lot easier to digest, understand and take action on when a guest like. Dr. Marlo Rencher is on the scene. Today, we have a very real-world, relatable and action-filled conversation with the builder, the investor and the corporate innovation executive that is none other than Dr. Rencher! Ready? Let's get started!
Business Budgeting Basics with Jacqueline M. Baker
April 06, 2023 10:09 - 14 minutes - 12.3 MBWe get it - the topic of money when you're getting started can feel heavy. But, there are some business budgeting basics that you can embrace and utilize to confidently take you to your next steps. Listen to this business budgeting basics episode and... go get started!
The Power of Action & Ambition with Jonathan Almanzar
March 30, 2023 10:09 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBAction and ambition have the power to take you places that you never imagined, if you use it. What a dynamic opportunity to talk to Jonathan Almanzar and explore his journey of growing Chick'nCone and his podcast, The Idealist. We had an impactful and action-filled conversation that inspires you, challenges and pushes you to start, with action and ambition in mind.
Leveraging Your Personality To Try New Things with R. Karl Hebenstreit
March 23, 2023 11:53 - 42 minutes - 39 MBWho are you? What makes you tick? What excites you? How do you naturally respond to conflict? Knowing the answers to those things is critical. But, how do you know how you will "typically" respond to things? That's how understanding your personality and defaults will serve you. What a fantastic conversation that we had with R. Karl Hebenstreit. Tune in to todays episide as we explore the Power of Leveraging Your Personality To Try New Things! #juststart
Adjusting Your Schedule To Try New Things
March 16, 2023 10:09 - 21 minutes - 18.1 MBWhen you want to try new things, one of the roadblocks that you may run up against is time. You might be thinking, "when am I going to have the time to start something new"? Well, this session is designed just for you! Let's explore how to adjust your schedule to support your journey of trying new things!
Are You Feeling Stuck Professionally?
March 09, 2023 11:09 - 12 minutes - 10.9 MBSooner or later, we can all find ourselves stuck. Even in areas where we may be deemed the expert or the "smartest person in the room, we can still find ourselves stuck. What no one tells us early on is that we might even find ourselves stuck, professionally. Perhaps you know that there's something else that you want to do or you're just having the overwhelming blah feeling of not knowing what to do or where to go next, professionally. Let this episode guide and inspire you! #juststart
Completely Switching Careers
March 02, 2023 15:45 - 10 minutes - 9.22 MBI certainly hope that you're proud of your accomplishments and where you've gotten to thus far in your career. Even in knowing that, we all have the right and can give ourselves permission to switch it up when we're ready to. Perhaps you are in a career that has served you well and has done exactly what you wanted it to do in your life and now you're ready to say, "I want to switch it up." Well, this episode is for you. Listen to this quick and impactful episode focused on helping you...
Acknowledging Your Growth In Speaking Up with Tyneshia E. McCray
February 23, 2023 11:09 - 14 minutes - 13 MBAlthough we tend to be tough on ourselves when its time to acknowledge our growth, there is another way. In today's episode, we welcome on my colleague and Executive Partner, Tyneshia McCray as we dive into how she deals with challenges with using her voice and the acknowledgement of how far she has come!
Asking For Support
February 16, 2023 11:09 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBDo you really think that you need to do it all? I mean... seriously. Not only is that not suggested, but it's not possible. In this episode, we explore the world of asking for support to help you get started, elevate and support you using your voice more!
Escaping The Speak Up Jitters
February 09, 2023 11:09 - 10 minutes - 9.36 MBAs simple as the two words, "speak up" are, it gets pretty complicated when you can't quite formulate the words that you want and need to say because of the "jitters". Let's spend some time exploring how you might manage and escape those pesky feelings.
Is It Time To Share What You're Starting?
February 02, 2023 11:09 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBSo, you're doing it? You've started or you've given yourself permission to start something and you're thinking about sharing it. But, is it time for that? When should I consider starting to share more about my "thing"?
Part 4 - How To Come Up With Ideas - Momentum
January 26, 2023 11:09 - 9 minutes - 8.77 MBIt's amazing how many people will claim that they aren't creative or have the potential to come up with new ideas. But, in this episode, we question all of that. Because once you give yourself permission to start something, it is necessary for you to come up with ideas to support that thing that you started and to keep it going. So let's dig into that!
Part 3 - How To Keep Going - Momentum
January 19, 2023 11:09 - 9 minutes - 9.11 MBYou've decided to start and you've come to the realization that sometimes you get stuck. But, how so you mentally and physically keep going? If you're wondering that, this episode is for you. Now, don't forget to listen to parts 1 and 2. While it's not mandatory, there's a lot of good stuff in there!
Part 2 - How To Get Unstuck - Momentum with Jacqueline M. Baker
January 12, 2023 11:09 - 8 minutes - 7.85 MBPicture this. You finally give yourself permission to get started and the absolute unthinkable happens - YOU GET STUCK! So, now what? This episode is to help you wipe that fear (or reality) of being stuck from your mind with these actionable tips on how to keep going if you get stuck. Ready? Let's get started!
How To Get Started - Momentum - Part 1 - 131
January 05, 2023 12:08 - 9 minutes - 15.6 MBIt's time to make sure that you have the momentum that you need to start and keep going. On part 1 of this 4-part series, we explore the world of, "How To Get Started".
What's Your Legacy? - 130
December 29, 2022 11:09 - 20 minutes - 16.4 MBIt's such a heavy question, isn't it? But, it can feel lighter, attainable and possible to create if you're intentional about it. On this very last episode of 2022, let's make some magic together by talking about your Leadership Legacy and how you can make it come to life by giving yourself permission to start!
3 Ways To Celebrate Other People - 129
December 22, 2022 11:09 - 7 minutes - 6.78 MBTrying to find just the right gift? How about the gift that keeps on giving - celebrating others. Here are 3 quick ways to celebrate others.
Keeping A Fresh & Impactful Support System with Juan Alvarado Jr - 128
December 15, 2022 11:09 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBIf you think back over your life, you have had your own starting journey already. My recent conversation with Juan Alvarado was a reminder of that. What an enjoyable and enlightening conversation as we explored how he gave himself permission to start, how he keeps a fresh circle of support and of course some of the mistakes that he made along the way! Use this as your opportunity to get inspired and give yourself permission to start!
Celebrate for Free - 127
December 08, 2022 11:09 - 10 minutes - 9.86 MBAs you're thinking about closing out the year, don't forget to celebrate you. And, you can do this for free!
Starting In The Mortgage & Realtor Space with Byron Suggs - 126
December 01, 2022 13:55 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBByron Suggs is no newbie to mortgage and realty. He has almost 20 years of experience in this space, but this has not kept him from his fair share of experiencing new things, challenges and even mistakes on his journey. Listen to this inspiring and action-filled episode. Of course, I hope that it helps you to spark your thinking and gives you permission to get started!
Why I'm Thankful For You - 125
November 24, 2022 11:09 - 4 minutes - 4.13 MBI'm so thankful for listeners like you. Here's why!
Ways That I Express Gratitude - 124
November 17, 2022 11:09 - 10 minutes - 9.45 MBI enjoy expressing gratitude throughout the year, so I'm revealing some of the ways that I do that! Feel free to adopt a few practices of your own!
Managing Your Ego -123
November 10, 2022 11:09 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBHas your ego gotten in the way and reared its ugly head before? Let's talk about managing your ego and not letting it manage you!
Making Relationship Deposits - 122
November 03, 2022 12:15 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBThere's a way for your to express gratefulness in your relationships simply by making a few deposits. Want to learn how to do that? Well, let's get started!
5 Ways To Avoid Procrastination - 121
October 27, 2022 12:55 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBWhy oh why can't you focus and get things done? Well, maybe you can .. with a few anti-procrastination tips, of course. Let's get you started!
Should You Start A Podcast? -120
October 20, 2022 13:10 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBIt feels like there's a podcast everywhere, right? Like, on every subject... This may be somewhat true, but that has nothing to do with your decision of starting your own. Or, quite frankly starting anything! Although there are a whopping 7.7 billion people in the world, it's so important for you to remind yourself that there is only one you. And, because there is only one you, there's a unique way for you to connect with people, impact people and inspire so many to do the things that th...
Having A Difficult Business Conversation -119
October 14, 2022 17:51 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBWhew. Have you ever had to have a difficult conversation? Perhaps one that you knew you needed to have, but you just kept avoiding it over and over again? Well, that one conversation might be holding you back from doing the things that you really want to do! Let's explore the world of having difficult conversations! #juststart #podcast
Shaking Off Perfection - 118
October 06, 2022 10:09 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBAtelophobia - the fear of imperfection. Who knew - it's a real thing. But, the question is, how do we shake it? How do we rise above this pursuit of perfection and just keep started and keep going? Let's explore that in today's episode. Ready? #juststart
Evolving While Elevating - A Conversation with Bee Brown - 117
September 29, 2022 10:09 - 42 minutes - 33.9 MBOn this journey of starting things and elevating to your next level, you have an opportunity to give yourself permission to do the same things or to evolve. It's been fascinating watching the personal and professional elevation of Bee Brown. From the world of public relations to event production to strategic communications and beyond, Bee finds ways to deliver value in an intentional and level way. Listen in to the story of how she gave herself permission to start, some of the biggest mi...
Evolving While Elevating - A Conversation with Bee Brown - 117
September 28, 2022 10:09On this journey of starting things and elevating to your next level, you have an opportunity to give yourself permission to do the same things or to evolve. It's been fascinating watching the personal and professional elevation of Bee Brown. From the world of public relations to event production to strategic communications and beyond, Bee finds ways to deliver value in an intentional and level way. Listen in to the story of how she gave herself permission to start, some of the biggest mi...
How To Operate As A Leader From The Beginning - 116
September 22, 2022 10:00 - 11 minutes - 9.81 MBWhile it's always going to be my recommendation to get started where you are and with what you have at your disposal, your success is a lot more attainanable if you set yourself up well from the beginning. One of the best ways to set yourself up for success is by seeing yourself as a leader from the beginning. But, how? Listen to this episode to get access to ways to start as a leader! Listen. Share. #juststart
Self Taught To Mastery - A Conversation with Troy Woods
September 15, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBGetting started has its challenges, but often you have what you need to get started and add on skills as you grow. This exciting conversation with Troy Woods highlights his journey of going from a self taught photographer to elevating his mastery in the multi media world. Listen in, get inspired and get started!
5 Ways To Get Started Writing Your Own Book - 114
September 08, 2022 10:07 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBDo you have a published work in you? Maybe it's time for you to give yourself permission to get started. Here are 5 ways to get started today! Let's get started!
These Are A Few Of My Favorite Reads - 113
September 01, 2022 10:30 - 13 minutes - 12 MBAs I'm preparing to launch The Unexpected Leader: Discovering The Leader Within You, it's only right to share some of my favorite authors and books. Ready? Let's get started
Start Again...Part 3 - I Resigned 6 Months Ago... Now What? - 112
August 25, 2022 09:45 - 24 minutes - 19.2 MBAnd, here we are again. We're back for part 3, the final part of this 3 part series. And, it's a good one! Exactly 6 months ago, I gave myself permission to leave my corporate position to grow an organizaton that I started 10 years ago. So, since I shared this announcement 6 months ago, it feels right to come back with an update that may hugely benefit you! Ready? Let's get started! #just start