Influencer Girl Lifestyle Podcast

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Bonus Episode: Monica is back with the first episode of How to Pretend to Like Sports in a long time. At the end we're talking about staying sane while mindlessly scrolling through Instagram She's merging Influencer Girl Lifestyle with How to Pretend to Like Sports and in this episode here's what she's covering: • Why she's bringing back the podcast • What sports are coming back • NBA's potential plans to finish out the season • Thoughts on the Last Dance ( Michael Jordan Documentary) • Thoughts on Seau 30 for 30 • Sports Documentary she's watching next: Lance Armstrong's 30 for 30 • Social Media these days and how to keep a good mindset when scrolling through the gram

Monica sits down with the founder of Thrift & Tell, Margie. Margie shares her best tips on shopping consciously and buying and selling consignment. About Thrift & Tell:Thrift & Tell is both a passion project and a philosophy- T&T is about rethinking how you shop. If you are a T&T follower, you invest in quality over quantity, savemoney, and make money, all while looking and feeling like yourself. T&T is not about mindlessly spending money. It is about having a great eye and investing in your style instead of today's fashion. Website: http://thriftandtell.com Instagram @thriftandtell Connect with Monica Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com Instagram: @monicawoodhams

Monica and Tara Laferrara talk about cutting out the negative self-talk and comparing yourself to others in your late 20s. Tara is the founder of the TL Method, an online fitness program that challenges people to be their best selves with fitness, yoga, mobility, strength training, and more. Website: http://taralaferrara.com Are you currently promoting any product/program/service?: TL Method - tlmethod.taralaferrara.com // taralaferrara.com/tl-method Instagram Handle: @taralaferrara Facebook Page: @taralaferrara Connect with Monica Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com Instagram @monicawoodhams Sports Podcast: How to Pretend to Like Sports

Monica chats with the founder of Be There In Five, Kate Kennedy Breaking down: • Lindsay Lohan's new show • Kendall Jenner's Latest Announcement • Becoming an author and publishing your book  • What the influencer space is looking like in 2019 compared to past years Website: http://bethereinfive.com Book: Children's parody book that was a #1 New Release on Amazon; Twinkle, Twinkle, Social Media Star, as well as my namesake podcast Be There in Five. Link to book Instagram Handle: @bethereinfive Facebook Page: facebook.com/bethereinfive // facebook.com/katekennedybooks Facebook Group: Be There in Five Podcast Listeners' Totally Casual Breezy Facebook group

Monica chats with Bianca Gabay - Personal stylist for women and men, wardrobe mixer. Inside the episode: • Running your own personal styling business • Bianca's lifestyle tips • Why imitation is the best form of flattery • Having the confidence to do you Website: http://www.biancagabay.com Instagram Handle: @biancagabay Facebook Page: @biancagabaystyle Connect With Monica: Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com Instagram: @monicawoodhams

BONUS EPISODE FROM HOW TO PRETEND TO LIKE SPORTS Monica chats with Taylor and Ethan of the Capital Couple • College Football Playoffs • Kyler Murray playing baseball • Why Duke basketball will be fun to watch • Sports gambling is legal now in DC  

Connect with Kelsi: Website: http://www.kelsicarma.com Instagram Handle: @kelsicarma Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/kelsicarma Connect with Monica: Website: http://monicawoodhams.com Instagram Handle @monicawoodhams  

Kate Killoran owns a consulting business, that focuses on online business growth strategy and SEO. She creates growth strategies utilizing SEO, Google Ads, and Pinterest. She calms your crazy before disaster strikes, and believes in sharing the power behind outsourcing as a form of self-care. INSIDE THE EPISODE: • What's good SEO • Why Google won't penalize your keywords like it used to • How to use Instagram alt tags and whether you should go back and edit past photos to add alt tags in Connect with Kate: Instagram Handle: kate.killoran Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/katelouisekilloran Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/543206106146929/ Connect with Monica: Instagram: @monicawoodhams Sports Podcast: How To Pretend to Like Sports Blog: MonicaWoodhams.com

Nicole Lapin is a New York Times bestselling author and current host of the CW’s business reality competition show “Hatched.”  She is Redbook Magazine’s first-ever money columnist and the first female “Money Expert of The Year” winner for the second year running. Her third book, Becoming Super Woman, is set to be released in March 2019.  INSIDE THE EPISODE - Tips for staying in budget during the holidays - How to avoid over spending online - Sometimes you find the perfect gift for someone, but it is way out of budget. What should you do? - How to handle unexpected holiday travel costs   CONNECT WITH NICOLE INSTANT ACCESS TO A BONUS CHAPTER OF BOSS BITCH. Nicolelapin.com/influencergirl    CONNECT WITH MONICA Instagram: @monicawoodhams Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com

Monica chats with Katherine McDermott of the Swipe Up podcast. Inside the episode: • The first thing to consider before starting a blog • Where to find the inspiration for quality content creation • Why you can effectively reach out to brands with a small audience • Where the influencer space is heading • Why you need to start building an audience on YouTube Connect with Katherine Instagram:@slightlysavvy Website:http://Slightlysavvy.com Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/swipe-up/id1419785105?mt=2 Connect with Monica Instagram:@monicawoodhams Blog:http://monicawoohdams.com Sports Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-pretend-to-like-sports/id1436654039?mt=2  

Bonus episode from the How To Pretend To Like Sports Podcast The Capital Couple joins Monica to break down what you need to know when it comes to the college football playoffs. Inside the episode: • How the college football playoffs work • How the conference championships affect college football playoffs • Ohio State vs Oklahoma Connect with Taylor and Ethan Blog: http://capitalcouple.com Instagram:@capitalcouple Connect with Monica Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com Instagram: @monicawoodhams @howtopretendtolikesports

Monica chats with Megan DiVincenzo co-owner of The Sis Kiss about how retailers can have successful partnerships with brands. InfluencerGirl15 for 15% off your order at http://www.thesiskiss.com Inside the episode: • Creating a product out of solving a problem • Not being afraid to ask or give • Evolving to where the attention is • How to work with influencers • Pitching yourself to brands Connect with Megan Instagram Handle: @thesiskiss Website: http://www.thesiskiss.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thesiskiss/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/186765425248273/ Connect with Monica Instagram: @monicawoodhams Blog: www.monicawoodhams.com  

Monica chats with Meredith Stagger of Cake and Confetti. Inside the episode: transitioning from event planner to brand stylist showcasing your past brand collaborations keeping your audience’s trust building long-term partnerships with brands CONNECT WITH MEREDITH Website: http://cakeandconfetti.com Instagram Handle: @cakeandconfetti Facebook Page: Cake & Confetti CONNECT WITH MONICA Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com Instagram Handle: @monicawoodhams

Monica chats with Meaghan of District Sparkle. District Sparkle is an ever-evolving lifestyle blog that focuses on style, beauty, and how to make it in the real world with a heavy dose of sarcasm. Inside the episode: The importance of finding your voice as a blogger How to create content that your audience wants from you How to find the clarity to take your next career steps BLOG POSTS MENTIONED: Creating a Capsule Wardrobe: https://districtsparkle.com/creating-a-capsule-wardrobe/ Why You Should Wear SPF Every Day: https://districtsparkle.com/wear-spf-every-day/ Connect with Meaghan Website: http://districtsparkle.com Instagram Handle: @districtsparkle Facebook Page: Facebook.com/DistrictSparkle Connect with Monica Instagram Handle: @monicawoodhams Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com

Monica chats with Allison Kelley of But What Should I Wear. Here's what they cover: how to know when your blog is ready to become a business why you can make a living without millions of followers how your worth is not in your following what quality content really means preventing burnout when blogging with a full time job what to do with your content beyoInstagramram CONNECT WITH ALLISON Website: http://butwhatshouldiwear.com Instagram Handle: http://instagram.com/butwhatshouldiwear Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/butwhatshouldiwear/ CONNECT WITH MONICA Blog: www.monicawoodhams.com Instagram: @monicawoodhams

Monica sits down in-person with Taylor and Ethan of Capital Couple.  They cover: Creating a local based brand Travel Based Blogging Working with your significant other Making long-term business decisions for your brand CONNECT WITH THE CAPITAL COUPLE Instagram: @capitalcouple Website: http://capitalcouple.com/ CONNECT WITH MONICA Instagram: @monicawodhams The Blog: http://monicawoodhams.com

On episode 60, Monica chats with Cynthia Khuen, the creator of The Siren Confidential.  Cynthia's goal is to inspire women of all ages and backgrounds to live full out - whether that includes fashion, travel, volunteering for their passion project or quitting their corporate job to pursue their passion and purpose. In this episode they chat about: being an informed consumer how to inspire others maintaining your values as a blogger how to know if you should work with a brand or not finding a cause you're passionate about rescuing puppies keeping your local without excluding national audience CONNECT WITH CYNTHIA Website: http://www.thesirenconfidential.com Instagram Handle: @thesirenconfidential Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/thesirenconfidential

Sakura, the co-founder of Bloguettes and blogger behind Something Sakura sits down to talk to Monica on episode 59. Here's what they cover: evolution of the blogging industry how the blogging industry has evolved into a personal brand what the successful bloggers are doing why you need to know how your followers use Instagram why personal branding isn’t just visual how to properly use stock photos benefits of bringing your personal life to your audience CONNECT WITH SAKURA Website: http://Www.somethingsakura.com Instagram Handle: http://instagram.com/Sakuraconsidine Facebook Page: http://Facebook.com/somethingsakura Stock That Rocks: https://bloguettes.com/stock-that-rocks/

Monica chats with Jessica Bailey of Jess Throw It On. They chat about: • Where your energy should be going when you’re establishing yourself as an influencer • Why you should stop obsessing over how many followers you have • What it's like to share your faith with your audience • How to do your thing without worrying about haters • What to do if content creation is feeling tiring CONNECT WITH JESS Website Instagram Handle

Monica sits down to chat with Kelly of A Side of Sweet. Here's what they cover: • being a doctor and a blogger • being in the industry for 13 years • how to be ready for your big break • SEO • Why blog traffic isn’t dead • Tracking your analytics CONNECT WITH KELLY WEBSITE INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK PAGE ACCESS THE LAUNCH YOUR PODCAST IN A WEEKEND COURSE

Alyssa Coleman is a Productivity Strategist for entrepreneurs. In this episode Monica and Alyssa chat about: Alyssa is a recovering procrastinator and is giving her best lazy girl hacks and advice How to measure your productivity by knowing exactly what your end goal is How taking a Wednesday off to join your GF for a spa day is productivity Leveraging automation when it comes to productivity in your business The difference between hiring a business coach and a VA BIG FOUR: The daily non-negotiables for 10k months  CONNECT WITH ALYSSA Website Instagram Handle Facebook Group

Monica interviews Emily Roberts of The Lipstick Fever.  The Lipstick Fever is a New York City / London based fashion, beauty, and lifestyle blog, founded in 2015. With a focus on fashion trends, bold beauty, and lifestyle, TLF empowers women to take style and beauty risks with confidence. Monica and Emily chat about: Tips on how to stay committed and passionate when it comes to being a blogger Why Emily says it's so important to engage with your audience and respond to every DM. Since Instagram has become one-sided, how leveraging the new features on the platform can keep the conversation going with your audience. What to do when you get writer's block and/or burnout Making the move from NYC to London, what it's been like living abroad the past year, suggestions on engaging and discovering a new audience, meeting other bloggers, and female entrepreneurs to connect with. Putting yourself out there. The future of blogging: planning ahead and treating it like a business instead of a hobby and giving it a 3 year plan. CONNECT WITH EMILY Instagram Website

Monica chats with the content creator behind Styled and Disturbed and Worthie, Chelsea Cahan. Chelsea breaks down how she launched both her style blogged and travel site. What you'll learn: • How to decide on the right strategy for you to launch • Why it's ok for the voice of your brand to change while still staying true to who you are • The difference between copying and being inspired by Connect with Chelsea Website Instagram Instagram for Worthie Facebook Page

Monica chats with Holistic Health Coach and Food Rebel cook, Jodi Bullock.  They chat about: Why your gut health affects everything else Why you might not be seeing results even if you think you’re eating healthy Balancing your hormones after going off birth control Uncovering hidden truths in the food industry Jodi created and runs online group holistic health coaching programs that show you how to utilize food to tap into not only your healthiest body but life, starting with transforming your digestion where all your energy and power is. Content includes reversing autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, weight loss, manifesting, cooking, plant-based eating and holistic living. CONNECT WITH JODI Website: http://www.jodibullock.com Instagram Handle: @jodi.bullock Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Jodibullockrd/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/foodrebels/

Ashley Guyatt is the founder of Blonde Collective, an affordable fashion and lifestyle blog. Monica and Ashley Chat about: Honest thoughts on IGTV Why it’s DEFINITELY not too late to get noticed as an influencer and a saturated market is just an excuse The importance of storytelling as a new influencer What it’s like being a blogger and surrounded by other creatives in LA The Fat Jewish & his opinion on the Influencer and Blogging world being saturated Beginner influencers: starting a blog vs. Instagram - which is better?  Why occasionally sleeping in, and not reaching for your phone to scroll social media before you eat breakfast is a good thing Ashley’s hack that has helped with blogging: batching outfits while shooting: 5-8 outfits on a Sunday.  CONNECT WITH ASHLEY Website: http://blondecollective.com/ Instagram Handle: http://instagram.com/ashbegash Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/blondecollectiveblog

Anna Lisa is the co-founder of Recess City, a lifestyle Instagram and blog centered on travel, ethical fashion, and sustainability. What we cover in this episode: + How to establish your voice as a blogger + Working with ethical fashion brands and sustainable travel and staying true to your values as an influencer + How to travel with sustainability in mind + Travel hack when traveling as a couple CONNECT WITH RECESS CITY Website Instagram CONNECT WITH MONICA + SHOW NOTES Instagram Website

Monica chats with the founder of Kopari, Kiana Cabell. In this episode, Kiana shares: + How she took an aha moment into a cult following product line + What it takes to turn an idea into a successful business + Her favorite ways to use coconut oil for great skin + Why high-quality coconut oil maters and Kopari’s secret to sourcing the best coconut oil + Why micro-influencers are valuable to brands + Brand perspective on expectations from influencer partnerships + The Kopari products she’s most excited about right now CONNECT WITH KIANA & KOPARI WEBSITE KOPARI ON INSTAGRAM KIANA'S INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK  

Monica chats with the blogger behind The Styled Seed, Delaney Childs. Delaney shares the truth behind the blogging industry that most don't see, how she turned her blog into a career in under 2 years and her stance on buying followers on Instagram. CONNECT WITH DELANEY: Website Instagram  Facebook Page

Monica chats with Alexandra Nikolajev, the head babe in charge over at I'm A Little and Ya We're Basic podcast. She's the manager, writer, producer and host.  They chat about how Alexandra knew when it was time to go full time in her business, how to stand out from the saturation of bloggers and best life hack for traveling. Ya We're Basic Podcast Instagram Website Instagram Handle Facebook Page Facebook Group

Katarina Kovacevic is the founder of RUBY. RUBY is a digital media company that promotes female camaraderie, supports sisterhood and inspires women to make a difference in the world. Katarina shares: + how she launched her business through a Kickstarter campaign + how to get clarity on the future of your business and keep it on brand while evolving + why in-depth content matters and is important + why having a long-term vision for your business is critical to your growth and success CONNECT WITH KATARINA: Website Instagram: RUBY PERSONAL Facebook Page

Chelsea Foster is a Workflow & Productivity Specialist and Web & Graphic Designer who helps creative small business owners organize, streamline, and automate their businesses so they can find the freedom they were looking for when they created them. ABOUT THE EMPOWERED BOSS LAB: The Empowered Boss Lab - a membership program that is a home for boss ladies to come learn how to organize their businesses, make them more streamlined, figure out what they can automate and how to do that, and be supported as they build their dream businesses and lives.  CONNECT WITH CHELSEA: Burnout - Proof Your Biz Podcast Website Instagram Handle: @chelseabfoster Facebook Page: @chelseabfoster 

Monica chats with British Model, Olivia Arben. Olivia is also an ambassador for the British Heart Foundation. Monica and Olivia chat about her modeling career, why she's an ambassador for the British Heart Foundation, London Fashion week and her tip for glowing skin. CONNECT WITH OLIVIA INSTAGRAM British Heart Foundation social campaign and charity shops: #boughtatbhf 

Monica chats with Kathryn Yee, the owner and designer of The Everyday Co.  They cover: • knowing when it’s time to expand your product line • how press and features get your brand noticed in an authentic and genuine way • Staying in your own lane 20% off entire order with code INFLUENCERGIRL20  WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM |

Monica chats with Elizabeth Hugen, the founder of Lizzie In Lace. Monica and Elizabeth chat about: • How to get your blog noticed • Keeping communication open • The importance of supporting new bloggers • Growing a community on both the blog and instagram • Why blogs are still relevant • Defining your own personal style CONNECT WITH ELIZABETH: WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK PAGE

Monica chats with the inventor of One Two Cosmetics, Katy Stoka. One Two Lash is the world's first magnetic false lash. Monica and Katy chat about her decision to overcome the fear of inventing and launching a product in the beauty industry and how she took the brand global. The company has grown to more than 200 employees and One Two Lash is made by hand in the United States. Website Instagram Katy's Personal Instagram

Monica chats with Jamie Schmidt, the founder of Schmidt Naturals.  Jamie share her story of how she started creating her natural deodorants for herself and then brought them to the local farmer's market and how the fans of her products allowed her business to flourish and is now sold at Target and Whole Foods to name a few. Website Instagram

Monica chats with the founder of Simply about the importance of in person connection as an influencer and business owner.  Sarah shares success stories of influencers who have attended the conference and later became panelists.  Use INFLUENCERGIRL for 15% off conference tickets Website Instagram Facebook

Monica chats with Scout, the host of Podcast by Scout about mental health, how to create a happier and more fulfilling life for yourself and starting a business. Website Instagram PODCAST BY SCOUT More podcast details: http://monicawoodhams.com/podcast

Monica and Venessa, the owner and blogger behind We The Classy chat about: • getting started as a blogger in a saturated market • how to prevent burnout • bringing more kindness into the online space Website Instagram The Foundress

Monica and Sarah chat about • Body Positive Brand Messaging • What it's like to go viral • How to stay true to yourself as an influencer and how that is the best long-term strategy Website Instagram Facebook Page

Monica and Christine chat about • How to create your own career path • How to be successful when you're multi-passionate • Why you shouldn't listen to people who say you can't do what you want when it comes to your career Website Instagram Facebook Page

Monica and Molly of Still Being Molly chat about: • How to grow an engaged audience • How to not freak out if your engagement is down • Power of your email list • Where the future of blogging is going • Importance of long term business plans Website Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group

Monica and Chelsea chat about being millennials in their late 20s plus: navigating through life as a millennial knowing you’re not alone uncovering your why in your career social media comparison making friends as an adult Boundaries vs being closed off long distance dating Website: http://www.themillennialmiss.com Instagram Handle: https://www.instagram.com/millennialmiss/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/millennialmiss

Monica chats with the founder of The Violet Fog, Katey Yurko. They chat about blogging, skin-care, and dating - you know the important things. They cover: • Embracing your readers as you transition your blog's direction • Cultivating a community and loving your readers in the online space • Making your blog about the readers • Wellness tips The Violet Fog website Article about Gua Sha Facials Article about liking an ex's new girl's photo on IG (ugh the shame!!! lol) Link to The Violet Fog Instagram

Monica chats with founder of What the Fab, Elise Armitage. They discuss: • The recent rebranding of What The Fab and what Elise learned from it/advice for anyone about to do a rebrand • Key elements to a successful sponsored campaign/partnership  • How to balance a full-time job and a full-time blog What The Fab is a fashion and travel blog that seeks to find the fabulous in the every day. The site aims to inspire its readers to go a little bolder and live life a little fuller. Website Instagram  Facebook Page

Monica chats with founder of Whimsy Soul, Kara Harms. Kara shares the inside scoop on • how to stay on brand with multi passionate interests • taking a business mindset approach as an influencer • how she grew an engaged audience • the future of Instagram stories • the best way to use Instagram lives • why blogs aren’t dead • importance of evergreen content Listeners can try Airbnb for $40 off with this link Kara's favorite blogging tool is Tailwind. This tool single-handily helped her grow her monthly Pinterest impressions from a few thousand to averaging over 700,000. Listeners can get a FREE month of Tailwind with this link Website Instagram  Facebook Page

Monica chats with Hayley Larue of Blondie in the City. Hayley shares how she has grown her audience organically with the help of Pinterest and engaging with her audience to build community. Hayley shares her blogging tips and her journey in starting Blondie in the City. Connect with Hayley: INSTAGRAM  | WEBSITE | FACEBOOK PAGE Get $50 off pre-owned designer handbags on  Tradesy with code Hayley50

Monica chats with holistic health coach, Martina Fink about living a glowing life from the inside out. From eating the foods that make you feel good to living a sustainable life, Martina shares her expert insights into how you can start glowing today. Martina also breaks down her retreats and what you can expect when you join her on her Bali retreat this summer! Connect with Martina Glow Ritual: http://bit.ly/glow-ritual Meditation: http://bit.ly/spiritual-beauty-meditation INSTAGRAM  | WEBSITE | RETREATS

Monica chats with founder and CEO of Laced Hair Extensions, Lacy Gadegaard. Lacy shares her journey into founding Laced Hair Extensions from starting as a hair stylist to trusting herself enough to start a global company. Lacy also shares her advice to influencers and bloggers when it comes to successful brand partnerships. Connect with Lacy: INSTAGRAM | PERSONAL INSTAGRAM | WEBSITE    Learn more about this episode at http://monicawoodhams.com/podcast

Monica chats with Lauren about Reiki Healing, her own spiritual journey, choosing growth over victim mentality and getting certified in Reiki healing. Connect with Lauren: INSTAGRAM | WEBSITE | FACEBOOK  Lauren's Podcast