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Charity Champions is taking over the Earfluence Podcast! In this mini-series, we focus on amplifying our voices for good by featuring some of the amazing charities in the Triangle area of North Carolina. We challenge every one of you listening to go make

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    Mulligans & Mishaps Episode 1: We Ran Out of Money, with Larry Long Jr

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 13:27


    Mulligans & Mishaps is here! We're hitting the golf course with business leaders to talk about their biggest mistakes—and the decisions they wish they could take a mulligan on.

    I Tried to Quit, But My Boss Wouldn't Let Me - Empathy-Driven Leadership with Abha Bowers and Donald Thompson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 39:54


    Abha Bowers has a lot going on. As the CEO of Walk West, a fitness and nutrition coach, and mom to two young kids, she was feeling the pressure of doing all the things. So she made a choice - it was time to step down from Walk West.She scheduled a meeting with Chairman Donald Thompson and handed him her resignation letter.But he wouldn't accept it.Today, Donald and Abha talk about that interaction, lessons learned about empathetic leadership, and the reality of work/life balance.---(00:00:07) Embracing Challenges for Leadership Growth and Change(00:06:59) "I assumed that I had to resign one role to do another."(00:17:02) "Being a high performer is about the skills, the aptitude and attitudes that you take. And those things are mobile with you. So don't let your performance be dictated by your current environment."(00:24:04) Empathy-Driven Leadership for Team Success---Today's episode is hosted by Jason Gillikin, and produced by Earfluence.

    How Coaching Can Transform Your Life and Business, with Zoee's Nichole Lowe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 38:13


    Nichole Lowe was happy enough at her corporate job, but then a life-threatening event happened where she decided it was time to reprioritize.  She realized life was short, and she wanted more.  Long before the coaching boom, she became a nutrition coach, and absolutely loved it.  But with coaching, she discovered a huge challenge - while anyone could be a coach, no one was helping these coaches run their businesses.So she founded Zoee.Today, Nichole talks about the growth of Zoee and the reasons WHY coaching in entrepreneurship is so valuable to growth.---(00:02:50) "In that moment, the hospital wanted to do open heart surgery."(00:08:14) "I'm excited. I've got this great training, but on graduation, I have no idea what to do. I don't know where to start. I've got to figure out billing and scheduling and CRM and et cetera, et cetera. And it's just chaotic out there. So that's when I thought, you know what? There's got to be a better way. I had my shark tank moment." (00:10:21) Finding the Streamlined Solution for Coach Business Management(00:29:18) Why the User Base Doubled(00:36:11) "A coach isn't going to provide advice to you. She's just going to help you find that answer within you."---Today's episode is hosted by Jason Gillikin, and produced by Earfluence.

    The Rise of "Earfluence", with Donald Thompson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 38:27


    5 years ago, Donald Thompson invested in our company Earfluence because he saw an untapped opportunity to leverage podcasting to amplify your expertise.  But this isn't about the growth of the business Earfluence - this is about the rise of "Earfluence" as a concept.  Through his work as an executive coach, his leadership with The Diversity Movement, and through hosting his own podcast High Octane Leadership, Don has seen the influence podcasting in overall business strategy. He sees podcasting as a dual-faceted tool: creating your own podcast to establish your voice and brand, and participating as a guest on others' shows to gain third-party credibility and reach new audiences. With an emphasis on content reuse, Don knows the power of podcasting to offer consistent, impactful communication, making it a low-cost, high-impact platform for building personal brands and business relationships.  In a world where just about everyone doubts the marketing messages they receive - podcasting is viewed as authentic content that can bridge trust gaps and open doors to significant business opportunities, just like it has for Don.Let's find out how.---(00:00:35) Authentic Storytelling for Business Growth(00:06:05) Podcast Repurposing for Marketing Success(00:09:37) Strategic Brand Building Through Podcast Guesting(00:15:40) Podcasting: Establishing Trust and Credibility(00:19:07) Leveraging Individual Customers for Business Growth(00:23:19) AI's Role in Enhancing Podcast Content(00:31:24) Transformative Journey: Overcoming Fear in Podcasting---Today's episode is hosted by Jason Gillikin, and produced by Earfluence.

    Do You Have a Money Mindset or Saboteur Mindset? (Psychotherapist Kelly Ruta)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 43:28


    As a psychotherapist turned entrepreneur coach, Kelly Ruta has seen what holds her clients back in growing their businesses. Oftentimes, that's their Money Mindset.Today on the show, Kelly talks about:How to price your servicesThe importance of understanding your own worthExternal judgments and doubts that influence pricing decisionsThrough her Invisible Business Saboteur Quiz, Kelly helps uncover subconscious beliefs that can sabotage business success, encouraging self-awareness and understanding to overcome these barriers. By fostering a team culture that embraces mistakes as learning opportunities and emphasizing the importance of self-care, Kelly provides a holistic approach to achieving entrepreneurial success and preventing burnout.If you're an entrepreneur, this is a must listen!---Today's episode is hosted by Jason Gillikin, and produced by Earfluence.

    Are Conferences a Part of Your Marketing Strategy?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 16:07


    How do you think of conferences as part of your overall marketing strategy?  As an agency, we have so many options for marketing - paid ads, social media, podcasting, and yes, conferences.  But where should we be spending our time and resources?Earlier this year, we had the opportunity to sponsor the PrideLife Expo from Harmony, the North Carolina LGBTQ+ Allied Chamber of Commerce. We've been a member of the chamber for a couple of years, and when we heard about the expo, we jumped at the chance to be one of the vendors. But honestly, I wasn't sure about our strategy at the event. So we brought our microphones and asked some of the attendees what they think about conferences and the best way to leverage them.Big thank you to Deanna Jones, Brian Castle from Parklife Communications, and Jamie Ousterout from The Diversity Movement.  Also, if you're interested in Harmony NC or next year's PrideLife Expo, visit HarmonyNC.org.---Today's episode is hosted by Cee Cee Huffman, and produced by Earfluence.

    Scrappy Business Development Strategies That Aren't Salesy, with Jed Byrne

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 59:37


    Whether we like it or not, we're all in business development, aka sales. But unfortunately, that word - "sales" - might make you cringe because you think of the used car salesman, or scenes from the movie Boiler Room, or all those dang calls you get from numbers that should have been flagged as "Scam Likely"!But sales doesn't have to be like that at all.  In fact, according to Jed Byrne, sales is "helping people you like get what they want."Today, Jed joins us to share some of his tips for scrappy business development.--- Jed Byrne is the host of the Dirt NC Podcast, editor of The Top Five Newsletter, and Business Development Representative at WithersRavenel. Today's episode is hosted by Jason Gillikin, and filmed at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Earfluence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh at ⁠The Commons⁠. Register to attend the Easterseals UCP | Port Health Miracle Moments Luncheon - Raise funds and awareness of the life-changing direct services provided to more than 40,000 children, adults, and families living with disabilities, mental health, and substance use challenges so they can live their best lives.https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-001C000000urUkiIAE/events/vevt:c1e20ef8-13a6-4d20-97f0-5c1532a4f134/home/story

    Social Media for Busy Professionals, with Chris Leithe and Dr. Aaron Dinin

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 46:56


    Building an audience through social media can be pretty overwhelming for everyone, especially all of us who are busy and didn't exactly grow up with social media.  Many of us just don't want to have to learn and spend time on one more thing.  But at the same time, we want to know how to build an audience for our businesses and personal brands.So how can we do it? ---Chris Leithe and Dr. Aaron Dinin have created Audience Acceleration Labs, where students can Join the Video Course: Social Media Training for Busy Business Professionals, plus Join The 7 Day LinkedIn Accelerator Course.Today's episode is hosted by Jason Gillikin, and filmed at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Earfluence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh at ⁠The Commons⁠. Register to attend the Easterseals UCP | Port Health Miracle Moments Luncheon - Raise funds and awareness of the life-changing direct services provided to more than 40,000 children, adults, and families living with disabilities, mental health, and substance use challenges so they can live their best lives.https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-001C000000urUkiIAE/events/vevt:c1e20ef8-13a6-4d20-97f0-5c1532a4f134/home/story

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 38:21


    The Podcast Ally Podcast is hosted by Dr. Sarah Glova, who's on a mission to find out how to be the best podcast guest. This is episode 1 of season 2! (Subscribe) --- As the Founder and CEO of LawPods, Robert Ingalls has seen thousands of guest pitches - and they're mostly a complete waste of his time.  The potential guest or their publicist meant well, but too often the pitches are spray-and-pray, copy-and-paste, and TL;DR.So how can podcast guests create pitches that get podcast hosts' attention and get them booked?Let's find out!Podcast Ally is hosted by Dr. Sarah Glova and is produced by Earfluence.

    Personal Branding Playbook, with Ashia Skye

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 41:01


    When you think about personal branding, does your chest tighten up a little bit because it means you have to be performative on the approximately 6.7M platforms out there? YouTube, Reels, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitch, X, newsletters, blog posts, podcasts...and the list goes on. Personal branding can feel intimidating, but according to Ashia Skye, it doesn't have to be that way - personal branding can be as simple as showing up authentically to that next networking event. Today, Ashia guides us through the personal branding playbook. Ashia Skye is an On-Air Personality at Urban One Inc's K97.5 & Host At HipHopDX. Today's episode is hosted by Jason Gillikin, and filmed at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Earfluence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh at ⁠The Commons⁠.

    Building Business Partnerships that Matter, with Matt Sheehan and Dean Sackett

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 31:45


    It's easy to approach another business owner and say "Hey if we can refer you, we get X% of the revenue, and vice versa." But those relationships rarely work, because it's not YOUR job to sell for the other company, and it's not THEIR job to sell for yours. Both parties need to focus on what they do best. So how can we create business partnerships that truly matter? Let's find out from two CEOs who recently started a partnership that could change the trajectory of their businesses - Matt Sheehan from Exhale and Dean Sackett from Homestead Building Company. Today's episode is hosted by Jason Gillikin, and filmed at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Earfluence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh at The Commons.

    The Secrets of Influencer Marketing, with NC Tripping's Christina Riley

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 25:26


    With NC Tripping, Christina Riley and her husband Carl Hedinger make a living - and provide for their two kids - through influencer marketing. Today, Christina answers some of the tough questions like "How do brands quantify ROI?" and "How do you even start a brand relationship?", and she unveils some of her secrets to success. Today's episode is hosted by Cee Cee Huffman, and filmed at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Earfluence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Durham.

    Marketing Your Startup When Every Dollar Matters, with Jenn Summe

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 32:17


    As a startup investor at Primordial, Jenn Summe is the queen of getting coffee with founders. And in many of those conversations, the question she gets asked is, "How can I market my startup when every dollar (and every minute) is critical?" Let's find out! Today's episode is hosted by Cee Cee Huffman, and filmed at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Earfluence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Durham.

    Video Content and Strategy: What Does Success Look Like?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 44:57


    In a digital world flooded with videos, how can any business or personal brand get noticed? Today we're joined by Aaron Lympany, founder of Rhymes Video, who shares his insight into creating the perfect balance between creativity and strategy, how to tell compelling stories through videos, and understanding the ever-changing algorithms and platforms. Today's episode is hosted by Cee Cee Huffman and Carson Barclay, and filmed at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Earfluence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    How French/West/Vaughan Became the World's Fastest Growing PR Firm

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 63:11


    Are you ready for some next-level storytelling from French/West/Vaughan CEO Rick French? Buckle up! How about the time TSA wouldn't let him through with the original cowbell from "Don't Fear the Reaper"? Or when he had Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson ready to play the lead in a movie he was producing, only to bail at the last minute? (But then something better with "The Rock" would come along years later) Or why Rick and Melissa Etheridge will be shutting down Broadway in October? We hear about all of that in this episode, plus Rick shares how French/West/Vaughan became the #1 PR firm in the world. Rick French on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Not Without Hope, by Nick Schuyler Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson to produce documentary about USF football players lost at sea Josh Duhamel Joins Joe Carnahan's Survival Thriller ‘Not Without Hope'(EXCLUSIVE) Raleigh-based production company behind new survival-at-sea thriller French/West/Vaughan Chairman & CEO Rick French Recognized as Ambassador of Rock Today's episode is hosted by Jason Gillikin and filmed at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Earfluence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    Enterprise Podcasting, with Red Hat's Kim Huang

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 42:31


    As the Senior Writer and Producer of Red Hat podcasts, Kim Huang's team has produced some of the most iconic podcasts for enterprise organizations. At that level, there's a lot of pressure to be excellent, there are many stakeholders, and there's even company politics to navigate. So how does she do it? And how can any marketing agency (not just podcast agencies) work best with Fortune 500 companies? Let's find out! Kim Huang on LinkedIn Red Hat Podcasts | Code Comments | Compiler | Command Line Heroes Today's episode is filmed at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Earfluence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    Unreasonable Hospitality in ANY Industry, with Dustin Prescott

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 41:27


    In the book Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect, Will Guidara shares the story of how Eleven Madison Park leveraged legendary experiences to become recognized as one of the best restaurants in the world. Today, Dustin Prescott and Jason Gillikin discuss how ANY industry can create Unreasonable Hospitality, both for clients and team members. Dustin Prescott on LinkedIn Aldridge Electric Website | Linkedin Today's episode is filmed at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Earfluence⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    Leveraging Coworking Spaces for Business Growth and Networking, with Coworks' DeShawn Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 39:35


    Today we dig into the world of coworking with DeShawn Brown, CEO of Coworks, and discover how businesses and personal brands can harness the power of coworking spaces to amplify their expertise, connections, and partnerships. Coworking spaces are becoming hubs for collaboration, innovation, and community engagement - and you don't have to be a member to be involved. Coworks on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ Today's episode is filmed at the ⁠⁠⁠Earfluence⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    Podcast Raleigh Share: Theatre Raleigh's Lauren Kennedy Brady

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 42:30


    Podcast Raleigh has partnered with Earfluence, and we're excited to share Hayes & Ashton's first video podcast! ---- Today, Lauren Kennedy Brady shares her journey from a successful Broadway career to making great theater in her hometown. Hear her touching memories of growing up in Raleigh, filled with shows, Broadway weekends, and the magic of theater. Tune in to find out about Theatre Raleigh's new state-of-the-art facility and exciting future programming - including an announcement of a Broadway actress that had Ashton and Hayes jumping out of their seats! Subscribe to Podcast Raleigh on your favorite podcast sites so you never miss an episode, and if you enjoy it we'd love for you to rate or leave a comment:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-raleigh/id1458907220Google: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Inzk5woxrsjwf3zhd5vv3av4yeiSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6b3dVvLJfO0EqvDGQaFTAPOr follow on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcast_raleigh/twitter: https://twitter.com/podcast_raleighToday's episode is hosted by Ashton Fisher and Hayes Permar, and is produced by Earfluence.

    Short-Form Video and TikTok Strategy, with Samantha Lenger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 34:36


    "The best time to start was probably in 2020 or 2021. The next best time to start is today is yesterday, is tomorrow, is as soon as possible. Go and record and hit post - and just start." Let's discuss the power of TikTok as a marketing tool. Today, Samantha Lenger shares her expertise as a social media consultant for startups, emphasizing the importance of building organic communities online. She reveals some common mistakes businesses make on social media and offers valuable tips for success. Whether you're a social media pro or just starting out, this episode will inspire you to harness the potential of short-form video and create engaging content for your brand. Sam on TikTok | LinkedIn | Instagram Today's episode is filmed at the ⁠⁠Earfluence⁠⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    Amplifying Brands and Building Trust, with iHeart Raleigh President Michael Burger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 28:12


    As President of iHeartRadio Raleigh, Michael Burger works with clients to find the right sponsorship fit on iHeart's radio channels and over 1,000 podcasts. But that's just a small part of what iHeart offers - and it all starts with understanding a company's goals. Today, Michael delves into the challenges of capturing consumer attention in a fast-paced digital landscape, offering strategic insights on emotionally engaging branding and finding the right audience. Whether it's working with global enterprises or local businesses, Michael and his team are dedicated to delivering creative solutions and helping brands tell their stories effectively. Today's episode is filmed at the ⁠Earfluence⁠ Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    Building a Social Media Machine, with Jeb Burt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 32:45


    Jeb Burt has found success by repurposing video content over many different platforms, especially Snapchat. Yes, Snapchat! Today, Jeb joins us to share his tricks for short-form-videos, leveraging social media, and finding your right audience. Jeb is the CEO of Burt Media, a creative media company built for now. Today's episode is filmed at the Earfluence Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    Introducing On the Real Estate, with Kelley Dubois

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 42:20


    In 2017, Kelley Dubois needed a professional change. As a former elementary teacher, her pay was structured and limited - but she wanted something that would pay her based on performance, so she decided to take the real estate test and throw herself into the industry.  Here's her story.On this episode, we discuss: The interview mistakes real estate agents are making When it's time to change firms Building a personal brand Kelley's "Can't Make This Sh!t Up" moment Find Kelley online:Adcock Real Estate ServicesInstagramFacebookOn the Real Estate is hosted by Kelley Dubois and is produced by Earfluence.

    Finance Mistakes Startups Are Making, with VisionPoint VP of Finance Hayley Rogers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 11:23


    Throughout her career, Hayley Rogers is usually the first financial person hired at a startup. And when she gets there, things can be a little messy. Find out what mistakes she sees founders making, and what all businesses can be doing better in knowing their numbers to make strategic moves. Hayley Rogers is the VP of Finance at VisionPoint Marketing. Today's episode is filmed at the Earfluence Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    3 Stages of Raising Capital: Advice from Venture Capitalist Tim McLoughlin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2023 14:11


    If you're a founder thinking of raising capital, you can view it in 3 stages - getting connected to the investor, making the pitch, and doing your due diligence. As managing partner of Cofounders Capital⁠, Tim McLoughlin has seen thousands of pitches and invested in dozens of companies, and today he's giving you advice on how to elevate your capital-raising strategy. Today's episode is filmed at the Earfluence Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    Offline's David Shaner on Pivoting and Finding the Right Investors

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 12:29


    David Shaner's first job was the company he founded, Offline. Over the last 11 years, David has raised millions and pivoted the company several times, learning some hard lessons along the way. Hear his story and his advice for finding the RIGHT investors to partner with on today's episode. You can sign up to join Offline Restaurant Club (currently in Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, Nashville, and Tampa Bay) at LetsGetOffline.com. Today's episode is filmed at the Earfluence Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    PR Tips for Startups, with Mikaya Thurmond

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 12:07


    Startup founders typically don't have a whole lot of time or money, but they need to get the word out about their product or service. So how can they do that with limited resources? Mikaya Thurmond on LinkedIn | Instagram | VSC PR Today's episode is filmed at the Earfluence Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    Riches to Rags and Getting Back Up Again, with Marques Ogden

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 13:03


    Failure in business and in life is inevitable. But how do we get back up again and learn from our mistakes. Former NFL player Marques Ogden joins us to share his riches-to-rags-to-riches-to-rags story, and what he's doing now to rebuild. Listen to Marques on his podcast, Get Authentic with Marques Ogden Today's episode is filmed at the Earfluence Podcast Studio in Downtown Raleigh.

    A Place at the Table: Community Cafe where All are Welcome

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 39:30


    When Maggie Kane started telling people about her dream of opening a pay-what-you-can cafe in the heart of downtown Raleigh, most people thought she was a little loony. But others believed in her vision, and they were willing to do what it took to make her vision a reality.  They donated money, equipment, and their time to build not only a restaurant, but a community cafe where all are welcome.A Place at the Table is located at 300 W. Hargett St in Raleigh North Carolina.Today's episode of Charity Champions is hosted by Terrance Ruth and is a production of Earfluence.

    Easterseals UCP: Helping thousands living with disabilities & mental health conditions live their best life

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 28:53


    Easterseals UCP is serving thousands of people in this community - people with disabilities, Autism, and other behavioral challenges. With 2,300 employees, the depth of work and support they provide is as impressive as it is heart-warming.  Today, we hear from two of those team members, Laurie Nederveen and Marta Quintana, as they share both their whys for joining Easterseals UCP and some of the programs they're focused on.Donate to Easterseals UCPEasterseals UCP events including Kendra Scott Gives Back Event Decmeber 3, 2022Today's episode of Charity Champions is hosted by Donald Thompson (CEO of The Diversity Movement, host of High Octane Leadership, and author of Underestimated) and is a production of Earfluence.

    Habitat for Humanity: Building Affordable Homeownership and a Path to Equity, with Jennifer Player

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 44:31


    You've probably heard of Habitat for Humanity, but there are so many common misconceptions about what Habitat is all about. For example, Habitat does NOT give away homes - it provides a path for affordable homeownership and building equity.  Today, Habitat for Humanity of Orange County President and CEO Jennifer Player talks to Marcus Ginyard about the mission and the exciting new community in Chapel Hill, Weaver's Grove.Race and Housing in Orange CountyVolunteerToday's episode of Charity Champions is hosted by Marcus Ginyard (former UNC basketball captain and national champion, VP of Medalist Capital) and is a production of Earfluence.

    The Charity Power Couple: Thorne (Band Together) and Nesha Daubenspeck (1ofUs)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 44:03


    Thorne Daubenspeck is the Executive Director at Band Together. Since 2001, Band Together has used the power of live music to donate over $11 million to Triangle area nonprofit organizations.  Nesha Daubenspeck is the Community Outreach Director for 1ofUs, which provides assistance that directly impacts the lives of patients with breast and other gynecological cancers. Together, this power couple is impacting thousands of lives in the Triangle area.Band Together Mighty Giveback featuring the Turnpike Troubadours, October 28th, 2022, at the Red Hat Ampitheater. Join the 1ofUs 11th Annual Pink Tie Affair, November 5th, 2022.Today's episode of Charity Champions is hosted by Tim McLoughlin (Cofounders Capital, First Check Podcast) and is a production of Earfluence.

    The Joel Fund: Reconnecting Veterans to Life at Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 31:14


    Brooke Dickhart's dad (Joel) was a 20-year Navy Seal, who passed away tragically after a battle with PTSD and all the demons that come along with it. Brooke saw how much her dad struggled when coming back into life at home, and she wanted to help other veterans in any way she could - so in 2015, she founded The Joel Fund.Today's episode of Charity Champions is hosted by Jes Averhart (The Reinvention Road Map) and is a production of Earfluence.

    Charity Champions: Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 1:39


    Charity Champions is taking over the Earfluence Podcast!  In this mini-series, we focus on amplifying our voices for good by featuring some of the amazing charities in the Triangle area of North Carolina. We challenge every one of you listening to go make a difference - whether that's donating, volunteering, or simply sharing these episodes with your networks, even the smallest action change a life for the better.Episodes will start next week featuring guests from Habitat Orange County, Easterseals, The Joel Fund, 1ofUs, and Band Together.Charity Champions is hosted by various amazing people in the Triangle, and is produced by Earfluence.

    Introducing Inside Impact from Unity Web Agency

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2022 44:00


    We have been taking a break from this podcast to work on a new podcast coming out soon called Charity Champions, where we feature charities in our community who are doing amazing things. We don't do enough, so learning more about the people behind these causes and how we can get involved has been awesome, and we can't wait to share with you.But until then, check out one of the new podcasts we launched recently. This one is called Inside Impact, which is hosted by Alisa Herr, founder and CEO of Unity Web Agency. On this podcast, Alisa takes you on a behind the scenes peek at how organizations can create positive change in their communities.One of those change makers is Johnny Hackett Jr, and we hope you enjoy this episode recorded from the Earfluence Podcast Studio at American Underground!

    Introducing For the Love of the Game, with Soccer Coaching Legends Ralph Perez and Ray Reid

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 36:17


    We have been taking a break from this podcast to work on a new podcast coming out soon called Charity Champions, where we feature charities in our community who are doing amazing things. We don't do enough, so learning more about the people behind these causes and how we can get involved has been awesome, and we can't wait to share with you.But until then, check out one of the new podcasts we launched recently. This one is called For the Love of the Game, with Ralph Perez and Ray Reid. These legendary college soccer coaches have a combined 81 years of coaching college athletes, nearly 900 career wins, five national championships, and approximately 17,546 names in their contacts lists—and they're still in the game. On this podcast, they grab some of those names and talk about what's going on in the soccer world today.So we hope you enjoy this episode with another legend who just retired, Carli Lloyd.For the Love of the Game is edited and produced by Earfluence.

    Introducing Equity Raise: Leveling the Landscape for Diverse Founders and their VCs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 32:09


    We have been taking a break from this podcast to work on a new podcast coming out soon called Charity Champions, where we feature charities in our community who are doing amazing things. We don't do enough, so learning more about the people behind these causes and how we can get involved has been awesome, and we can't wait to share with you.But until then, check out one of the new podcasts we launched recently. This one is called Equity Raise: Leveling the Landscape for Diverse Founders and their VCs. Each year, less than 3% of venture capital funding is invested in startups led by founders of color and women. On this podcast, we share the stories of underrepresented founders who did find investment.It's hosted by Naya Fela Powell, presented by American Underground, sponsored by The Diversity Movement, and produced by Earfluence.

    From terrified to top 5% podcast: How Jackie Ferguson overcame her fears

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 31:15


    As someone who worked behind-the-scenes her whole career, Jackie Ferguson was beyond nervous to host a podcast. But she was in a season of "yes" in her life, and she wouldn't let being afraid get in the way of her growth. "People don't take those steps toward what their purpose could be because they're afraid. And it's hard when you're afraid. But in doing that and continuing to say yes, I've been able to really reach a lot of people. And that's been an amazing journey." Jackie Ferguson is the co-founder and head of content and programming at The Diversity Movement and host of the Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox podcast. She's also the co-author of The Inclusive Language Handbook, now available for pre-order.The Earfluence Podcast is hosted by Jason Gillikin and Cee Cee Huffman and is produced by Earfluence.

    How to cultivate an innovative mindset, with Reify Media's Sarah Glova

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 39:40


    When you hear the word innovation, what do you feel? Do you still get that jolting, first-time feeling of excitement you used to? Sarah Glova isn't upset with you if you don't, since we talk about it so often in the business world these days. In this episode, Jason and Sarah talk about how you can get some of that excitement back.The Earfluence Podcast is a production of Earfluence Media and is hosted by Jason Gillikin and Cee Cee Huffman.

    How to become confident on camera, with BetterOn's Ryan Carey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 38:30


    Whether we like it or not, we all spend a lot of time on camera nowadays. And, if you find yourself not liking it, that's where today's guest can help! Ryan Carey is the founder of BetterOn, which provides coaching for individuals to help them become more comfortable on screen. In this episode, Jason and Ryan talk about some of those tips that can help create a comfortable video podcast.The Earfluence Podcast is a production of Earfluence Media and is hosted by Jason Gillikin and Cee Cee Huffman.

    Building a podcast community, with Buddy Ruski's Justin Laidlaw

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 54:32


    Justin Laidlaw's podcast journey started in 2014, with a podcast that discussed the Durham community. In this episode, Jason and Justin talk about how those 15 episodes led him to create the Buddy Ruski Show, where he talks with interesting people in the Bull City. Check out the Buddy Ruski website!The Earfluence Podcast is a production of Earfluence Media and is hosted by Jason Gillikin and Cee Cee Huffman.

    The Bull City Summit...and its new podcast! with BCS co-founder Parag Bhandari

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 30:04


    The Bull City Summit will combine music, art, science and technology in Durham, N.C. this March 23 through 26. So, obviously, there's a lot to talk about. In this episode, Cee Cee talks with BCS co-founder and executive producer Parag Bhandari about the event and it's new podcast, produced by Earfluence.Check out the first episode of the show, where Cee Cee talks music with MirIAm!The Earfluence Podcast is a production of Earfluence Media and is hosted by Jason Gillikin and Cee Cee Huffman.

    Overcoming your fear of public speaking by podcasting, with Walk West's Mike Manganillo

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 35:20


    To put it simply, Mike Manganillo was afraid. The anxiety of an upcoming presentation would raise his heart rate weeks before it even took place. He wondered if he should continue in his advertising role or give up ... until he started a podcast. In this episode, Jason and Cee Cee talk with Mike, VP of marketing at Walk West, about how podcasting helped him get over his fear of public speaking.The Earfluence Podcast is a production of Earfluence Media and is hosted by Jason Gillikin and Cee Cee Huffman.

    We have a new podcast studio at American Underground (Durham, NC)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 27:53


    Oops, we did it again. We have another new studio! We're excited to become an official part of the Durham community as partners of the American Underground coworking space in downtown Durham. In this episode, Jason is talking with Tim Scales about how the new studio will help benefit creative entrepreneurs at AU.The Earfluence Podcast is a production of Earfluence Media and is hosted by Jason Gillikin and Cee Cee Huffman.

    An engineering matchmaker's approach to finding love, from STEMedia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 33:01


    Valdon Johnson is certified with the matchmaking Institute of New York, has a background in electrical engineering and brings an engineering approach to dating and relationships in an effort to improve the dating landscape and help eligible men and women find each other.Hear more episodes of STEMedia!

    Podcasting for higher education, with NC State Poole College's Jenny Hammond

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 38:22


    The chief marketing officer at NC State's Poole College of Management, Jenny Hammond knew she would be the best host for their new Poole Podcast—but she was nervous. After one season of the show, it has been a helpful marketing tool for the college and Jenny has learned a lot about what it takes to build a podcast. In this episode, Cee Cee and Jenny talk about her podcasting journey and why podcasting is helpful for higher education.The Earfluence Podcast is a production of Earfluence Media and is hosted by Jason Gillikin and Cee Cee Huffman.

    Why you should be a guest on a podcast, with Mark A. Herschberg

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 33:16


    Having been on over 200 podcasts in the last year, Mark A. Herschberg is a serial podcast guest. Why would he take the time to be on so many shows without even having his own? In this episode, Jason and Cee Cee talk with Mark about how being a guest on a podcast can help you market your latest endeavor.Mark Herschberg is a 20-year MIT professor and author of the book “The Career Toolkit." To learn more lessons from Mark, you can purchase the book on Amazon.The Earfluence Podcast is a production of Earfluence Media and is hosted by Jason Gillikin and Cee Cee Huffman.

    How to market your podcast, with Tink Media's Lauren Passell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 41:37


    The work isn't over after you press "upload" on your latest podcast episode. Marketing your podcast is essential to growing your show's listenership, and Tink Media shares out-of-the-box marketing and PR solutions with its clients. In this episode, Jason and Cee Cee talk with the company's founder, Lauren Passell, to learn some Tink's tips!The Earfluence Podcast is a production of Earfluence Media and is hosted by Jason Gillikin and Cee Cee Huffman.

    Best Podcasts of 2021: Building a DEI Culture, with The Diversity Movement's Jackie Ferguson

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 21:54


    "If you're not intentional about the culture you're creating, it will create itself."  Jackie Ferguson is the co-founder of The Diversity Movement, and she's seen companies want to build a culture that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. But sayig so in a press release is one thing - how do corporations truly make lasting change happen?  And then for smaller companies, how do they get started from the ground up?The Executive Women's Day event, where leaders of today and tomorrow gathered to engage in meaningful dialogue, was held on October 12, 2021. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina is proud to share insights from the keynote speakers and panelists on business perspectives, best practices, and the inclusion and empowerment of women in the workplace.The Executive Women's Day Podcast is (today) hosted by serial entrepreneur Megan Gillikin (Weddings for Real, The Planner's Vault, A Southern Soiree), and is produced by Earfluence.

    Best Podcasts of 2021: The Stress of Being Black and Pregnant, with Karen Sheffield-Abdullah

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 44:56


    Black women have twice the rate of preterm birth compared to white women, and that has persisted despite decades of research, despite differences in socioeconomic status, maternal education, access to prenatal care. When you pair or look at a Black woman and a white woman who are pregnant, the Black woman will have their baby early at twice the rate of white women. Nurse midwife, mindfulness teacher, and adjunct professor Karen Sheffield-Abdullah is trying to figure out why.Today's episode is hosted by Dr. Kristin Tully, co-chair of the MHLIC Innovation Support Core, and researcher at UNC Chapel Hill.Learn more about us, explore our resource center and find support for all maternal health professionals at MaternalHealthLearning.org.Maternal Health Innovation is a product of the Maternal Health Learning and Innovation Center and is produced by Earfluence.Music provided by Graham Makes.This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number U7CMC33636 State Maternal Health Innovation Support and Implementation Program Cooperative Agreement. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

    Best Podcasts of 2021: Sophomore Syndrome and that Successful Feeling, with Jess Ekstrom

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 56:25


    This month, Jason and Cee Cee are sharing their favorite podcasts they've produced this year. This week, it's this episode of the Hustle + Gather podcast with Jess Ekstrom, streamed live from the Earfluence studio at Raleigh Founded.Jess Ekstrom started Headbands of Hope back in college, and the demand was more than she could have ever imagined. With the success of her first business comes expectations for her follow-up chapters.  So how has she responded?  Plus, Jess talks about why everyone should create 100-year goals and why you should celebrate the parts of the business you dread.   Watch the full uncut episode, in-person and in-studio.Chasing the Bright Side, by Jess EkstromBright Pages (use the code 'gather' for one month free)Mic Drop AcademyHustle and Gather is hosted by Courtney Hopper and Dana Kadwell, and is produced by Earfluence.  Courtney and Dana's hustles include C&D Events, Hustle and Gather, and The Bradford Wedding Venue.

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