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
Accountability Can Get You Started with Cherice Jenelle - 064
May 13, 2021 02:41 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBWe're no stranger to the subject of accountability around here. I literally talk about it every week. But, there is something that I don't get the opportunity to do every week - talk to Cherice Jenelle. Cherice isn't new to the Just Start podcast. She joined us and was interviewed for Episode 011 and I'm excited to have her back again for a direct and transparent conversation about accountability. Cherice shares her personal experiences in team building, leadership, delegation and...
Is Passive Income Really Possible with Mack Hendricks - 063
May 06, 2021 23:50 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBMay 7, 2021 Jacqueline M. Baker Passive income sounds good, doesn't it? You know that whole thought of doing a little work at some point, then perpetually reaping the financial benefits in the future? Well, I have a bit of news here. Passive income isn't really that passive. That's not to say that your hard work won't pay off in the long run, but it still requires you to put in a bit of work. (or a lot of work) Today's episode is a special one. I get the opportunity to talk to a...
Escape The Same Old Space - 062
April 29, 2021 13:47 - 9 minutes - 10.9 MBIf you're feeling stuck and uninspired, you may be able to make one quick and simple adjustment to turn it all around! Today's episode will help you rethink the space that you occupy every single day to change your thoughts, your moods and of course to assist you with starting the things that you want to do! Ready? Listen. Share. Just Start.
Using Your Current Workspace To Start & Keep Going - 061
April 22, 2021 13:12 - 8 minutes - 7.2 MBHave you ever been traveling somewhere and you arrived to your location unaware of the route that you actually took to get there? Yeah, me too - it happens! We often go on autopilot and forget about our surroundings. This often happens in our workspaces - where we're unknowingly in an uninspiring space that keep us from being motivated and excited about starting anything new or even being good at what we're currently working on. Well, let's let go of that today! Today, you'll get...
Saving Time & Embracing Automation with KPMG Spark with Tim Stiles
April 14, 2021 21:06 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBTime. Come on - who doesn't want and need more of that? But, unfortunately, there is no where that you can borrow, purchase or siphon off more of it. Fortunately, you can be super savvy with the time that you do have. Today's conversation with Tim Stiles, Chief Operating Officer of KPMG Spark is super timely and filled with more resources than I have space to share here. Tim shares how the cutting edge product, Spark came to be, how this solution helps you to save valuable time...
Saving Time & Embracing Automation with KPMG Spark with Tim Stiles - 060
April 14, 2021 21:06 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBTime. Come on - who doesn't want and need more of that? But, unfortunately, there is no where that you can borrow, purchase or siphon off more of it. Fortunately, you can be super savvy with the time that you do have. Today's conversation with Tim Stiles, Chief Operating Officer of KPMG Spark is super timely and filled with more resources than I have space to share here. Tim shares how the cutting edge product, Spark came to be, how this solution helps you to save valuable time...
Transferring Your Corporate Skills To Entrepreneurship with Lisa Trigsted - 059
April 08, 2021 22:13 - 38 minutes - 49.1 MBThis entire month of April is dedicated to Environmental Changes! I mean, who doesn't like a nice inspiring space? But, consider the benefits that you'll reap if you declutter and curate a space just for you? What a dynamic conversation with Lisa Trigsted of Neat Freak McKinney. She had a successful career as an educator and a marketing professional, but she bravely decided to switch gears and help people feel better about their space and their environment. Listen for inspiration, b...
Start, By Freshening Up Your Space with LaToya Smith - 058
April 01, 2021 15:59 - 28 minutes - 43.6 MBIt's here! Q2, Sunnier Days, Spring, April, Your Next Opportunity! It's NOT just another day. It's another day for you to take advantage of an opportunity to liven up your space. And, what better person to share how to fresh up your space than LaToya Smith, founder of House of Smith Interiors. She shares her journey of starting, when she got the entrepreneurial itch and most important, what's next for the business. Oh, and get your pen ready to document her great recommendation...
Starting Takes Sacrifices with Raeshawn Bumphers - 057
March 31, 2021 13:16 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBThat magical euphoric feeling of starting can't be matched. But, just as much as I'll be the first person in line encouraging you to start, I'll also be the second person in line sharing with you what it actually takes to do so, and that is - sacrifice! What an honest, transparent and enlightening conversation with Raeshawn Bumphers of the Pink Poodle Dress Lounge, highlighting how she aggressively settled in to a physical space that she quickly had to pivot out of, some of the other mis...
Plan Your Own Personal Retreat
March 20, 2021 18:06 - 25 minutes - 49 MBTrying to find the space and time to plan? One of my consistent go-to practices is to conduct a retreat, quarterly. It helps me free my mind, find the space to be creative and get stuff done. Here's to you giving yourself permission to retreat. Listen. Share. Just Start.
Plan Your Own Personal Retreat - 056
March 20, 2021 18:06 - 25 minutes - 49 MBTrying to find the space and time to plan? One of my consistent go-to practices is to conduct a retreat, quarterly. It helps me free my mind, find the space to be creative and get stuff done. Here's to you giving yourself permission to retreat. Listen. Share. Just Start.
Releasing The Hustle Culture with Michelle Royal - 055
March 11, 2021 12:53 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBCan I still be successful if I let go of hustle culture? Yes, and you’ll be better off! As part of our March series on creativity, in this episode of Just Start: From Ideas to Action, we speak with Michelle Royal, Chief Innovation Officer of RIDG. Our inspiring conversation spans everything from remaining present, to aligning your personal and business purpose, to the importance of laughter and snacks. Listen. Share. Just Start.
How To Handle Being Told, "NO" with Myka Meier - 054
March 03, 2021 19:05 - 45 minutes - 69.2 MBStarting is absolutely possible and something that I encourage, but let me be honest and tell you that you will get a resounding "no" sometimes. That doesn't mean that you don't get started or move forward! Today's conversation is with Myka Meier of Beaumont Etiquette. She joins us to explore how she creatively tackles and introduces solutions for her individual and corporate clients in the etiquette and protocol space. From launching a business in London to expanding to the US, My...
The 7 Must-Have Digital Weapons That You Need
February 26, 2021 01:54 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBLet's keep it simple today. Here are the 7 digital tools that you need to start, get things done and keep going. Listen. Share. Just Start!
The 7 Must-Have Digital Weapons That You Need - 053
February 26, 2021 01:54 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBLet's keep it simple today. Here are the 7 digital tools that you need to start, get things done and keep going. Listen. Share. Just Start!
Giving Yourself Permission To Grow & Change with Kevin Davis - 052
February 18, 2021 22:49 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBWe repeat things over and over and over again and if often makes us feel like we can't stop doing them! But, who told you that? Who says that you can't stop or START something new? Perhaps you're telling yourself some lies and they're holding you back from doing the things that you want to do. Well, in today's conversation, we talk to Kevin Davis of Kevin Davis Brand and we explore when he gave himself permission to move on from what he was known for! (which isn't the easiest thing ...
Simplify, How You Connect with James Chapman - 051
February 12, 2021 01:40 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBThere is no shortage of ways to connect with people, both virtually and in-person. But, which ways are actually meaningful and useful? Today's conversation with James Chapman, founder of Plain Sight, explores the many ventures that he has started, what he has learned along the way and how he is using Plain Sight to help people connect more effectively. Listen. Share. Just Start!
Celebrating 50 Episodes By Taking You Behind The Scenes - 050
February 04, 2021 00:20 - 20 minutes - 30.2 MBWhat a proud day for our team! We've been serving up 50 episodes worth of quality content dedicated to help you start! Now, it's only right that we spend our 50th episodes behind the scenes telling you the real nitty gritty of how the podcast started, what's went wrong, what's gone right AND what you may want to consider in starting your own. So, let's do this. Let's go ahead and Just Start!
Organizing For Good With Amanda Coakley, Lesley Jacobowitz and Ryan Murdy - 049
January 28, 2021 01:14 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBDoing good feels good. And, when you can make money and make a difference, that's like a double win! Well, that's exactly what Amanda, Lesley & Ryan had in mind when they created Upward Vibes. Join me for this dynamic conversation with 3 co-founders as they share their dynamic journey in launching this social mission focused company and provide insight on how they organize as a team to get things off the ground and headed into the right direction. Listen. Share. Just Start.
The Absolute Best Organizational Tools with Bai-Leigh Chapman - 048
January 21, 2021 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBYou don't have to do this organization thing on your own. That's why we're here! Today, you'll get the opportunity to hear from Bai-Leigh Chapman, CEO of Valley Virtual Assistance. From a toxic 9-5, to now operating a successful 6-figure virtual assistance company, Bai-Leigh has had her share of successes, mistakes and unexpected turns in her career. Not only does she let us in on that journey, but she also shares her expert tips on getting and staying organized. You ready? Li...
Stop Overthinking Organization with Yasmin Salina - 047
January 14, 2021 01:22 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MBNo matter what you have an interest in starting, there's one thing that will equally serve everyone. Organization... Whether you gravitate towards digital organization or physical organization, just having some kind of system that you can return to will help you be less stressed and overwhelmed. On today's episode, I'm joined by Yasmin Salina, co-founder and executive director of The Hustler's Guild. We explore how and why she founded the non-profit, some of the mistakes that she mad...
You Can Be Organized - 046
January 07, 2021 20:07 - 21 minutes - 40.5 MBThe word organization gets a bad wrap. Being organized doesn't mean that you are trying to be or are in pursuit of perfection. It just means that you're looking for a reliable and trusted system to find and access the things that help you start, elevate or get to your next step. I've experimented with a number of different tools, processes and practices that I've perfected or just learned how to better utilize over time. I'll share some of my practices, recommendations and tried and tr...
Legacy Building Through Partnership with Jocelyn Cooley and Chandra Lewis - 045
December 03, 2020 00:56 - 39 minutes - 58.7 MBPartnering - we hear that word a lot. But, partnering takes on a completely different type of meaning and tune when you actually have an opportunity to meaningfully partner with your bestfriend. This episode welcomes The Allen Lewis Agency founders, Jocelyn Cooley and Chandra Lewis, who bravely left their comfortable corporate careers to start a full service transformational agency. They share their journey and path in starting this firm along with the many mistakes that were made an...
Start Delegating, Now - 044
November 19, 2020 19:11 - 15 minutes - 22.5 MBYou do not have to do it all and quite frankly, why would you even want to? Delegating is the single most important part of getting from here to there. I mean, even if you wanted to, it's virtually impossible to do it all yourself. In this episode of Just Start: From Ideas To Action, I share 5 actionable steps to ensure that you escape the lonely, frustrating abyss of trying to do everything (perfectly) and delegating so you can let others shine and actually get things done! Listen...
Why You Might Need An Executive Assistant with Tyneshia E. McCray - 043
November 05, 2020 15:44 - 32 minutes - 46.5 MBHELP! Have you ever felt immensely overwhelmed, but you had no clue where to start or who to ask? Having an assistant has changed my everything and it might help you out as well! Listen in and meet Tyneshia E. McCray, Executive Assistant Entrepreneur at TEM Administrative Services. You'll learn how we work together, some must have tools and where we hide the messy stuff in the business. Listen. Share. Just Start!
1 Year Anniversary - A Year of Lessons That Will Help You Start - 042
October 29, 2020 14:40 - 18 minutes - 35.5 MBIt's been an entire year of producing the Just Start: From Ideas To Action podcast. What an exciting journey. This episode chronicles a year of lessons that will actually be helpful to your starting journey. I also roll out a 5 Step Just Start Toolkit to help you on your journey. Listen. Share. Just Start!
1 Year Anniversary - A Year of Lessons That Will Help You Start
October 29, 2020 14:40 - 18 minutes - 35.5 MBIt's been an entire year of producing the Just Start: From Ideas To Action podcast. What an exciting journey. This episode chronicles a year of lessons that will actually be helpful to your starting journey. I also roll out a 5 Step Just Start Toolkit to help you on your journey. Listen. Share. Just Start!
5 Ways To Start Today! - 041
October 22, 2020 14:58 - 18 minutes - 35.5 MBYou can wow people with your idea too! But how? It's with these 5 simple, free actions that you can take. Let's not just listen to other people start their thing. Get in on the starting. Listen. Share. Just Start.
Keeping Your Dreams From Expiring with Andrew Harrell - 040
October 13, 2020 23:42 - 34 minutes - 50.6 MBThink of the last time that you got a really, really, really, really good idea. How long did you sit with it before you either did something with it or let it go? Was it 16 years? Well, that was the story of Andrew Harrell. He fell in love with cars very early and held on to an idea that he had almost 2 decades ago before launching it. Listen to the wins, challenges and major sacrifices that he made to begin turning his passion into profit. Listen. Share Just Start.
How To Profit From Your Passion with Pamela Eyring - 039
October 08, 2020 17:40 - 54 minutes - 83.7 MBThat's a real thing? Yes, International Etiquette & Protocol is! This episode welcomes a transparent and deep conversation with Pamela Eyring, President & CEO of the Protocol School of Washington (PSOW). She shares how she originally acquired the school, some of the mistakes that she made along the way and how she manages to successfully run an international firm with presence in locations including Washington, DC and in the United Arab Emirates. If you're wondering if you have what i...
Staying Authentic To Your Company Brand with Mark Tapper - 038
September 30, 2020 16:43 - 42 minutes - 65.2 MBHave you ever heard about someone who started something and you think to yourself, "well, how in the world did they start that? Speaking of interesting starts... have you ever actually met a gemologist? Here's your virtual chance. On this episode, we're welcoming Mark Tapper, President & CEO (and gemologist) of Tapper's Fine Jewelry, as he shares the story behind how Tapper's started and how he and his team have taken that vision and scaled it substantially. Listen. Share. Just S...
Avoiding The Big Entrepreneurial Mistakes When You're Starting With Marc Baker - 037
September 23, 2020 21:32 - 40 minutes - 60.5 MBYou should get started, right? Well, yes - but when should you stop? A more important question is... if you decide to stop, what should you take with you? On this final September 2020 episode of Just Start: From Ideas To Action, we engage in a thoughtful and transparent conversation with Marc Baker around starting multiple ventures, the mistakes that he made along the way and the many meaningful relationships that he has secured and maintained throughout. From a high school juice bo...
Knowing When It's Time To Move On with Deidra Hogue - 036
September 18, 2020 21:27 - 45 minutes - 66.8 MBSometimes you start. ... and sometimes you STOP. But that start sets you up to start again and again and again and make wiser decisions much faster. This week's episode is a very special one because we dig very deep with Deidra Hogue about her venture in starting one of metro Detroit's first mobile boutiques, The Traveling Pants Company, her venture into a brick and mortar and then her decision to close the business. We also explore the importance of just making your own decisions...
Knowing When It's Time To Move On - 036
September 18, 2020 21:27 - 45 minutes - 66.8 MBSometimes you start. ... and sometimes you STOP. But that start sets you up to start again and again and again and make wiser decisions much faster. This week's episode is a very special one because we dig very deep with Deidra Hogue about her venture in starting one of metro Detroit's first mobile boutiques, The Traveling Pants Company, her venture into a brick and mortar and then her decision to close the business. We also explore the importance of just making your own decisions...
Converting Your Fear Into Excitement - Stopping, Starting & Moving On - 035
September 09, 2020 17:23 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBImagine that you mustered up the energy and the courage to start a thing of your own and then, after years of pouring in to it, you have to stop. Sometimes, this happens. This is what happened to Nic Cober, Esq, but on the other end of that start and that stop is another entrepreneurial endeavor, a host of awards and accomplishments and a much wiser woman who is still making significant impact and paving the way for other women and small business leaders. This isn't a miss-able epis...
Converting Your Fear Into Excitement - Stopping, Starting & Moving On with Nic Cober, Esq.- 035
September 09, 2020 17:23 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBImagine that you mustered up the energy and the courage to start a thing of your own and then, after years of pouring in to it, you have to stop. Sometimes, this happens. This is what happened to Nic Cober, Esq, but on the other end of that start and that stop is another entrepreneurial endeavor, a host of awards and accomplishments and a much wiser woman who is still making significant impact and paving the way for other women and small business leaders. This isn't a miss-able epis...
Starting, Stopping & Moving On - 034
September 03, 2020 15:53 - 16 minutes - 32.3 MBYou can start. You can stop. You can move on... ... and learn from it and contribute those skills towards your next thing and NOT feel like a failure. Let's dig into this notion of starting without regret and also managing those many ideas that keep you quickly moving on to the next thing too fast!
Starting, Stopping & Moving On
September 03, 2020 15:53 - 16 minutes - 32.3 MBYou can start. You can stop. You can move on... ... and learn from it and contribute those skills towards your next thing and NOT feel like a failure. Let's dig into this notion of starting without regret and also managing those many ideas that keep you quickly moving on to the next thing too fast!
Giving Yourself Permission To Try Something New - 033
August 27, 2020 13:49 - 20 minutes - 34.4 MBDiscomfort. Just the word alone makes some of us uncomfortable. Well, what if with 5 quick, simple steps you could take charge of how you felt about the word and give yourself permission to dive into new things? Today is your lucky day. We're going to explore the world of discomfort and dig deep into you owning your next move. You'll also get your personal invitation to Idea Day, which will make putting your lessons from this episode into action a lot easier! Let's do this. L...
Let Music Inspire & Motivate You - 032
August 20, 2020 12:51 - 17 minutes - 32.9 MBMusic moves the world. Think about it. What has been one of the few things that has continued to unite us throughout this global pandemic? It's been music! And guess what else music does for us? It inspires us, motivates us and in many instances, it alters our emotions! So, why wouldn't we intentionally use music to influence our actions when want to get headed in the right direction? Let's do that! In this episode of Just Start: From Ideas To Action, I'll share some ways that ...
Self Prescribing What You Need To Recharge & Start with Megan Sanchez - 031
August 12, 2020 18:56 - 50 minutes - 46 MBWaiting. We spend a lot of time doing that. And, sometimes, it's necessary to wait for direction, coordinates and plans. But, what if you're doing more waiting on something that you don't need to wait for? It's no doubt that this time in our lives can be heavy, but what if you could "self-prescribe" what you need to refresh, recharge and keep going? What a treat to welcome to the Just Start podcast, Megan Sanchez of UpSwing Health Coaching, who'll of course share her journey in st...
Starting Before You're Ready - The Power of Design Thinking with Terri Burch - 030
August 06, 2020 00:29 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBHave you ever had a scenario where you were just flat out STUCK? ...where you knew you wanted to get something done or solve something and you just couldn't figure out the next step? Design Thinking.... Ever heard of it? Well, it's a thing and a pretty great practice to help you start. But, what is it and how does it work? In the Just Start community, the month of August is all focused on recharging so that you can find creative ways to do the things that you really want to do. This w...
The Biggest Secret To Receiving Support - 029
July 30, 2020 19:58 - 25 minutes - 50.5 MBDo you want support? I mean, who doesn't? But, how? How can you garner support when it feels overwhelming, you're trying to figure out so much and you just don't know what you have to offer? This 4th installment of the 4-part podcast series focused on How Do I Really Start will provide you with the insight that you need to understand how you can give to receive. Listen. Share - Just Start!
The Power Of An Accountability Partner - 028
July 23, 2020 14:24 - 29 minutes - 55.5 MBOn a scale from 1 to 10, how accountable are you? Have you ever thought to yourself, "how on earth am I really going to get this stuff done". Guess what - we've all thought that. But often, the people who actually proceed in getting things done and those that don't have a not so secret tool - an accountability partner, a person that is quietly (or loudly) nudging them along towards the finish line. Guess who qualifies to get one of these too - YOU DO! Let's dig into the world of a...
Getting Organized In Your Own Unique Way - 027
July 16, 2020 12:58 - 32 minutes - 48.8 MBLook around right now. Are you feeling good about your space? Look at your phone. Does it feel organized and you can find things pretty easily and quickly? OR... Do you feel overwhelmed? Is it taking more time than necessary to locate the things that you need the most? Perhaps it's time for us to be honest about our organizational style and take action to get us started and headed in the right direction. Listen in on the second episode of a 4-part series, all focused on getting a...
Starting, Without Everything Being Perfect - 026
July 08, 2020 14:34 - 31 minutes - 60 MBLook at the title of today's episode. Does that give you anxiety? For so many people, we freeze up when we have to do something and we have to consider that it won't be perfect. Is that you? Do you procrastinate and do nothing, since you can't fathom a world where your "stuff" isn't perfect? What if there were another way - where you could actually make some progress and not have to worry about that stress and unlikeliness of perfection? Listen in on the first episode of a 4-part ser...
How To Effectively Network, Virtually with Amber Cabral - 025
July 02, 2020 02:05 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBGet out there and meet people. Well - but how? You truly may be trying to figure out, how do I get out here and connect with the right people in order to truly get my thing started or to just keep going? Well - this episode is for you! Join me for a conversation with diversity and inclusion expert, Amber Cabral of Cabral Co. as we discuss how to network virtually. Listen. Share. Take Action. JUST START!
Saving Money By Picking The Right Resources With Toni Howard Lowe - 024
June 18, 2020 00:54 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBWe all need help, especially when we're starting something new. But, the worst thing to do is secure the wrong resources and end up losing money. Wouldn't you like to know how to secure the right resources? Well, ok then - let's talk about it! This episode welcome's Toni Howard Lowe, Career & Workforce Strategist and we discuss the best ways to save money by selecting the right sources the first time! Listen. Share. Take Action. JUST START!
How To Master Your Business Pitch - 023
June 11, 2020 01:13 - 30 minutes - 44.6 MBMoney, Money, Money! Resources, Resources, Resources! Right now, they're needed more than ever. But, how can you get more and are you ready for it? One of the ways to get more money, more resources, more publicity and to test how well you can truly talk about yourself and your business is to lock into a pitch competition. But, how can you be sure you're ready? That's what today's episode is all about. Tune in to hear the top tips when you're considering going after funding from a pi...
How To Rid Yourself of Clutter with Eryn Donaldson - Bonus Episode
June 07, 2020 20:45 - 20 minutes - 30.4 MBDid you know that STUFF takes up and affects your energy? Well, take a look around. Is that STUFF in your office or your bedroom or like everywhere in your house distracting you and keeping you from being creative and starting the things that you want to do? Well, worry no more. I'm so excited to welcome on to the show Eryn Donaldson, owner of The Model Home who'll not only share how she started, but also her key tips to decluttering your space. Let's go ahead and Just Start!