Podcast appearances and mentions of amanda miller littlejohn

We're taught that hard work, overachievement, and never needing a break are the keys to success. But what if this mindset only leads to burnout, rather than to fulfillment? In today's episode of Hello Monday, Jessi Hempel and Amanda Miller Littlejohn explore the ways in which rest can be revolutionary. Amanda, an executive coach and author of The Rest Revolution, shares her personal journey from burnout to healing, and explains how we can all reclaim our health, our productivity, and our joy. Together, Jessi and Amanda dive into practical strategies for finding rest in our busy lives, even when it feels like there's no time for it. They discuss: The toll of burnout on our mental and physical health How the pandemic helped Amanda confront her own dangerous work habits The importance of redefining success beyond productivity Simple ways to build rest into your daily rhythm Why true rest is essential to creating and sustaining new ideas How to reset your relationship with work and reclaim your health This episode is an essential listen for anyone ready to reimagine how to work, live, and rest. Continue the conversation with us at Hello Monday Office Hours! Join us on the LinkedIn News page this Wednesday at 3 PM EST.

I sit down with Amanda Miller Littlejohn for a deep and necessary conversation about rest, self-care, and the societal pressures that often lead to self-betrayal, especially for us. We talk about how overworking becomes ingrained in our muscle memory, making it hard to slow down, and how the “strong Black woman” trope pushes us to constantly prove ourselves.Amanda and I explore the cultural perspectives that shape our relationship with rest and why it's so important to incorporate daily practices that help us reconnect with ourselves. We also discuss the challenges of navigating midlife while balancing responsibilities and how identifying our sacred work can bring more joy, ease, and fulfillment into our lives. This episode is an invitation to redefine rest- not as a reward, but as a revolutionary act of self-preservation.In this episode, we discussed: How the "strong Black woman" trope creates unrealistic expectationsWhy overworking becomes ingrained muscle memory- and how to break freeThe importance of daily self-care practices for staying groundedHow self-betrayal manifests and leads to burnout, especially in midlife The role of cultural perspectives in shaping our understanding of rest Why identifying and embracing sacred work is key to a fulfilling lifeHow rest can be a revolutionary act against a productivity-obsessed cultureThe connection between joy, authenticity, and pursuing personal passionsGuest Spotlight:Amanda Miller Littlejohn explores burnout, our relationship to work, and how to find alignment at work and in life. She is a sought after executive coach and brand strategist whose clients span the globe from San Francisco to Singapore. An accomplished freelance journalist, Amanda is a 2024-2025 Rosalynn Carter Mental Health Journalism Fellow. Her writing has appeared in The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, and Forbes and explores the mental health challenges and opportunities of high-achieving midlife professionals.How to Connect with Amanda:X - @amandamogulIG - @iamamandamillerlittlejohnin - in/amillerlittlejohnFB - @AmandaMillerLittlejohnConnect with me on socials- join the Be Well,Sis tribe on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube , and subscribe to the newsletter or buy me a coffee!If this episode resonated with you- share with a friend!!We're supporting St Jude's- head over to www.stjude.org/bewellsis right now and sign up to be a monthly donor. Together, we can make a real impact.Want to get in touch? Maybe you have a Not Well Sis rant or a recommendation for On My Radar? Get in touch at hello@editaud.io with Be Well Sis in the subject line! Be Well Sis is hosted by Dr Cassandre Dunbar. The show is edited, mixed and produced by Megan Hayward. Our Production Manager is Kathleen Speckert. Be Well Sis is an editaudio collaboration. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hello, this is Amanda Miller Littlejohn, and thank you so much for tuning in to this special series of the podcast focused on my new book, The Rest Revolution: How to Reclaim Your Rhythm and Conquer Burnout When Overworking Has Become the Norm, which comes out on November 13th. I'm thrilled to share this book with you because I believe it's my most important work yet. In The Rest Revolution, I explore how we've been conditioned to treat ourselves like machines and how this mindset leads to burnout, exhaustion, and a disconnection from our true selves.   The Rest Revolution isn't just about rest; it's about the great realignment that is happening in this country. People are slowly waking up to the idea that good lives require more than work and achievement. Good lives require you getting in alignment with the purposeful work, key relationships, and energizing activities that are most important to you.   I interview high achieving professionals, psychologists, sociologists, and medical experts on how we can you can reclaim your humanity, find more balance, and choose to live and work in a way that truly aligns with your purpose. It's about breaking free from the toxic cycle of overwork and finding a new, sustainable way forward. If you've ever felt like you're running on fumes or just going through the motions, this book is for you.   If you love this podcast, I know you'll love the book. The Rest Revolution will be available on November 12th from all major booksellers, and you can visit www.therestrevolutionbook.com to preorder your copy now. I can't wait for you to read it.

“I encourage people in my books to please lean into your privileges, they give you a chance to show up as an ally, take advantage of all of them and I do but I simultaneously also understand the implications of what not having that access looks like. And even though I can't fix all of that, I also have a bit of responsibility to be a part of the solution.” In Episode 39 of Why Care?, I am joined by Amber Cabral to delve into her second book, Say More About That. We cover topics including how to use the best language to stand up for change, and how organisations can nurture a positive feedback culture and ensure accountability. We also discuss poignant issues, such as pushing back, calling out, taking ownership of family trauma, and standing up for our boundaries. Amber's passion for DEI is evident through her experience as a global inclusion leader, executive coach, best-selling author, and TEDx and keynote speaker. She has managed her own boutique company, Cabal Co for almost two decades, coaching large global brands to achieve sustainable and inclusive behavioral shifts. Her first book, Allies and Advocates, was released in 2020. Amber initially stumbled into the world of diversity during her time as a Diversity Council Leader at the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, later becoming the Senior Diversity Strategist for Walmart. Amber hosts a podcast ‘Guilty Privilege' and is committed to organisations empowering the next generation of diverse decision-makers, including Brown Girls Do.  During our discussion, Amber explains that she was initially inspired to put pen to paper after her colleague, Amanda Miller Littlejohn, pinpointed how she “always had the right words to say.” She therefore framed her book as a toolkit to help empower people to navigate their path to inclusion and equity. She hoped to guide people to choose the best language to speak up, especially those who experience microaggressions or exclusion. Amber shares her own relatable experiences, and how she was determined to bring about change from a young age. However, she later realized that when it comes to nurturing inclusive spaces and challenging inequities, we have to have a broader mindset and look beyond ourselves. Amber encourages us to be mindful of every side, consider what each person needs to feel equally included, and if each battle to bring about disruption or change will have the right impact on the wider community. Amber highlights the importance of providing feedback and speaking out when we are offended, so we can grow on the path to inclusion. She then offers tools for organisations and leaders to foster an environment of feedback, and explains the power of accountability. Amber then discusses how to respond to negative feedback and to approach pushing back on people in a non-confrontational, but influential way. Next, we move on to the emotive topic of family trauma, and how this influences and shapes our ability to speak up about inclusion. She reveals how we should own and embrace our narratives, cultural stereotypes, and differences. This can help us navigate how we respond, create meaningful dialogue, and cause behavioural shifts. Amber then elaborates more about creating boundaries, and the value of recognizing our needs, delegating, and not becoming too accountable. Amber focuses on the following key concepts of her book: Feedback - we need to create mechanisms for organisations and leaders to help nurture a culture of feedback. Taking ownership – it is not our responsibility to change our narrative, but it is our responsibility to be conscious of our family traumas or cultural stereotypes. Standing up for boundaries - if we navigate standing up for boundaries, providing feedback, and creating accountability, we can all journey to an inclusive and equitable world. Links: Amber can be found on: - LinkedIn.  - Instagram - Youtube For more information about Amber, visit her website: https://www.ambercabral.com/

Do you ignore your talents and interests in the pursuit of the American Dream? Do you make yourself small to fit in or fly under the radar? Do you over-prioritize hard work until there's no time for self-expression, creativity, or fun? You might be falling victim to self-erasure… In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Amanda Miller Littlejohn, a Brand Strategist, Executive Coach, Writer, and Founder of Package Your Genius Academy. Listen in as we talk about how to reverse self-erasure, get out of the hustle and grind culture, and imagine bigger possibilities for your life. You'll walk away with a strong understanding of what self-erasure is, where it comes from, and 5 tips that will help you stop erasing yourself and start seeing yourself. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT…Amanda's self-worth journey: Having a baby during the pandemic, burning out, & rethinking her perception of her “hard worker” identity.The interconnection between productivity, hustle culture, and slavery.A revolutionary way to overcome the overworking/high achievement mindset.How a self-worth journey can positively impact your children.How we are socialized into self-erasure, especially as women.5 ways to overcome self-erasure and start seeing yourself.Combating erasure of BIPOC leaders.and more!Resources Mentioned:Ready to start seeing and healing yourself? The next cohort of the Unconditionally Group Coaching Program started on September 25th, 2023, but you can still join! Apply now to secure your spot: www.unconditionallyworthy.com/programIf you enjoyed this discussion, share it with a loved one, then…Leave a Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to show your love to The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast!Stream & Download The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast NOW for FREE on Apple Podcast, Google, Stitcher, Pandora, and Spotify!To connect further with Amanda Miller Littlejohn:Visit her website: https://amandamillerlittlejohn.comPackage Your Genius Academy: http://www.packageyourgeniusacademy.comFollow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/PACKAGEYOURGENIUSConnect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amillerlittlejohnTo connect further with me:Visit my website: https://www.dradiagooden.com Connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dradiagooden Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradiagooden Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adia-gooden-4b26751b Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fo5akKZKhEURead the show notes and transcript here: https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/88This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.Learn more at https://www.crysandtiana.com. 

Do you have a nagging feeling that there's more out there, but you don't know where to begin? Are you trying to make your job fill all of the needs in your life that it wasn't designed or has the capacity to honor and create space for? In this episode thought leadership brand strategist Amanda Miller Littlejohn asks the 5 questions you need to consider TODAY to provide clarity around how to best manage all of your unique gifts and talents. Do you need a new job, or do you just need to get a hobby? Amanda takes the pressure off as she explains why every gift does not need to be monetized. Every idea or pursuit does not need to become a business while still adding great value to your life. Join our newsletter “Next Nuggets” https://thenextbestthingact.com/ About Amanda: Website: https://amandamillerlittlejohn.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amillerlittlejohn/Package Your Genius: https://www.amazon.com/Package-Your-Genius-Powerful-Personal/dp/198561278X Over the course of my career I have offered my gifts as a journalist, strategist, publicist, executive coach, storyteller for thought leaders, and personal brand visibility coach to high achievers. I articulate the ideas of the brilliant; I amplify the missions of the brave. I craft messaging for equity-minded, revolutionary thinkers. But above all else, I stand in the gap - writing and crafting and telling the stories on behalf of people who can't find the words. And I've been doing it my whole life. For the past decade, I've held space for some of the most brilliant minds on the planet - helping them push past imposter syndrome, extract thought leadership content, erect personal brand platforms, make their ideas visible, land book deals, secure invaluable media coverage, and rightfully take up the space their ideas deserve. High achievers think of me as their truth mirror and brand compass. Through training, coaching, and speaking I empower people to stop shrinking, uncover their authentic path, and tell their stories so they can get paid handsomely to share the genius gift that lights them up the most. I believe the work I do ultimately serves to increase equity, combat erasure, and open closed minds, making the world a more tolerable place.

In this episode, Wanda and Tina talk to guest Amanda Miller Littlejohn who wrote an article for The Washington Post titled “Black professional women are exhausted. They're finally claiming the time to rest.” Please, follow us on Instagram @2OldChicksPodcast and Twitter @ChicksOld. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and on Spotify. From executive producers, Tina McElroy Ansa, Wanda S. Lloyd, and Kara Fenner Walker. Produced by Black Girls Write.

This episode is about my life-long journey to find clarity and a deeper purpose. Some people quickly find their purpose. Their calling. What makes them shine.Not me.  It took what felt like forever. Things had to evolve. Sure, I was good at certain things. But I never felt like I had found that holy grail, my true purpose.For some of us, finding our true purpose can take time.A long time.54 years of time, to be exact, in my case.But it was totally worth the wait. The key: powerful self-reflection gained through a years-long personal development journey.In this episode you will learn how reflection helped me:get to know me like never beforeslow my roll and spend less time being busycreate the space for self-discoveryget quiet and listen to my inner wisdomreveal what I came here to doAnd all that led to this -- Reinvention Rebels.Amazing women, 50 to 90 years young who live on purpose.And unapologetically fulfill their juiciest dreams and deepest desires.It reminds me that we can reveal our purpose at any age. Who cares how old we are, let's just DO IT. Whatever that IT is.NOW.Mentioned in this episode:Amanda Miller Littlejohn, branding expertWhat did you think of the episode?If you enjoyed the episode please rate, review, and share.Let's chat about it on Instagram - I'm @reinventionrebelsDon't forget to:Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Subscribe on Google Podcasts, or Subscribe on Spotify. (or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!

Episode 179: Fueling Your Family For Global Impact with Toria Frederick, Amanda Miller Littlejohn & Nicole Thompson Nurturing your children's passions and natural gifting may just result in the family business you never knew you’d have. This is the story for Toria Frederick, Amanda Miller...

You know companies and products have personal brands, but have you ever thought about individuals having them as well?  Personal branding expert Amanda Miller Littlejohn is here to explain what a persona brand is (hint: even if you haven't been intentional about it, you already have one!), how it can help you personally and professionally, and talks about how to build yours.  She shares wisdom from her own journey and also draws upon the expertise she shares in her book, Package Your Genius: 5 Steps to Build Your Most Powerful Personal Brand and companion workbook.  A mom of two, she even has a book for parents on this topic, Find Your Child Genius: 50+ Questions to Help you Find and Guide Your Child's Unique Talent You can find Amanda at Package Your Genius Academy, on her personal website or on her podcast.        

This episode of the Early Accountability Podcast is a continuation of the 2nd Anniversary celebration. During this episode, Kimi talks about the journey that led her to start her podcast in 2018, starting with a project through her Mastermind group at the time. She was challenged by this group and her mentor Amanda Miller Littlejohn to pursue starting a podcast, and while it has not always been an easy endeavor, two years after that first episode was launched, Kimi is so grateful for that early encouragement and accountability that brought the podcast to light. This journey has solidified in Kimi the desire to pay it forward and pass along whatever knowledge and wisdom she can to others who want to use podcasting as their platform to deliver their message. She has seen time and time again the positive impact that pouring into others can have in all aspects of life, and podcasting is no different. Kimi has talked with many of her previous guests about launching podcasts and her conversations with 3 of those previous guests specifically have led to the creation and launch of their own podcasts in the past few weeks. Rather than just encouraging them to start their own shows, Kimi felt that it was important to step in and lead by example, coaching them in the industry and helping them abandon excuses, jumpstart motivation, and ignite their results. On this episode, Kimi plays clips from the episodes on which these particular guests appeared as well as clips from their new podcast episodes, so be sure to listen in and subscribe to their podcasts as well! Maurice was a guest on EAP episode 21. You can check out his new podcast here: • Wealth Equation: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wealth-equation/id1492810571 Justice Wali joined Kimi on episode 24 of the podcast. His new show can be found here: • Civilizing the Savage: https://urbancoach101.podbean.com Tyran appeared on Early Accountability Podcast episode 87, and you can listen to his podcast here: • Beard Talk with a Vet: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beard-talk-with-a-vet/id1492726787 Topics Covered in this Episode: • Launching a podcast • Paying it forward • Listening to the feedback of others • Being committed to your goals Connect with Kimi: http://www.kimiwalker.com/

Do you have a logo? How are you getting the word out? What's your tagline? There are so many thoughts and to-do's that come to mind when we want to get the word out about the things that we're starting. And, usually they are exciting, awesome thoughts that we want to quickly share with the world. In a recent conversation with Amanda Miller Littlejohn, founder of Package Your Genius, we engage in a transparent conversation where we discuss how she started her company, her biggest mistakes when she started and foundational PR and marketing tips. 

Despite being incredibly hard workers who execute flawlessly on the job, many high achievers are 'invisible'. We're not taking advantage of our strengths and we're not certainly not putting it out there to the public into the marketplace. But in the digital age, a great work product isn't enough anymore. In order to get the opportunities your skills have earned, you must do your part to share your story, your message and your skills with the world. You must build your most powerful personal brand. Amanda Miller Littlejohn, author of the book "Package Your Genius: 5 Steps to Build Your Most Powerful Personal Brand", is on a mission to help high achievers make themselves and their work visible in the digital age. Listen to find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda Miller Littlejohn is a top nationally recognized expert on personal branding. The author of personal branding playbook Package Your Genius, she is an idea oven, brand problem solver, and creative powerhouse working at the intersection of public relations, journalism, marketing and social media. A former print journalist and a writer first by training and passion, Amanda uses her unique storytelling lens and reporting skills to help her clients uncover and subsequently share better brand stories. Learn more about her at www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com Learn more about Angela at: https://angelalucas.net https://themadewithpurpose.co Instagram: @ang_luc

For many of us, the day we get cut off from our parents is a "money moment," right? Some of us may have had experience with this. For others, it’s completely foreign. Wherever you are in your financial life, I think you’re going to appreciate today’s interview with Amanda Miller Littlejohn, a top nationally recognized expert on personal branding. Amanda is also a podcast host and author of the book Package Your Genius. Amanda is an idea oven, a brand problem solver and creative power house who works at the intersection of public relations, journalism, marketing and social media. How and why she built her business is a very personal journey. And we connect all of the dots on today’s episode - from her experiences with money and her parents, to later in her marriage and the financial complexities that inspired her to finally take the reins in her financial life. Learn more about Amanda on her website: http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com. Check out her podcast, too, at Package Your Genius.

Everyday I speak to women and men who sell themselves and their gifts short. We’re often hardworking and talented, but for some reason we still develop a need to over complicate the path to offering and profiting from our gifts.  We think we have to be exhaustively perfect and over prepare our gifts to justify them, but that’s not true. Instead, all we really need to do is show up and get out of our own way.  In today’s episode, Amanda Miller Littlejohn and I will dive deeper into the topic of personal branding and visibility. We’ll cover everything from Amanda’s personal story to finding your purpose and packaging your genius. Join us as Amanda reveals the importance of your message and how your visibility isn’t about you, but about the difference it makes to someone else. This episode is brought to you by my free LIVE Master Class training, How to Chase Purpose: 5 Shifts to Help You Acknowledge Your God-Given Gifts, Align with Your Passion and Powerfully Answer the Call on Your Life. To REGISTER, become a  Purpose Chaser at iamaPurposeChaser.com  About Amanda Miller Littlejohn Amanda Miller Littlejohn is a nationally-recognized top expert in personal branding. The author of her personal branding playbook, Package Your Genius, she is an idea maven, brand problem solver and creative powerhouse working at the intersection of public relations, journalism, marketing and social media. As a former print journalist, along with her training and passion as a writer,  Amanda uses her unique storytelling lens and reporting skills to help her clients uncover and subsequently share better brand stories.   A highly sought-after speaker, trainer and writer, Amanda regularly speaks to groups of business owners, students and women on personal branding, public relations and social media. She regularly shares her expertise with media outlets like the Washington Post, Forbes, Huffington Post and Sirius XM. She can be reached at http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/. A Pivot from Journalism to Entrepreneurship Amanda and I found ourselves in a similar place during the Great Recession. We were both unemployed with newborns. I asked her to share about her experience and how it led to her pivoting from a career in journalism to starting her own business. She’d been thinking about transitioning from the journalism space into something else and at the time and knew writing was her gift and strength, as well as, something people needed and something that they’d pay for. She started out with writing by approaching small public relations firms and small businesses she thought might need help with writing proposals or with client work, but that didn’t need a full-time, in-house writer. Essentially, she cold called to the top by contacting everyone she knew to see if they needed a writer or if they knew someone who did.  And I did the same to jumpstart my speaking career years ago. “Your purpose found you as you were in action.” So many people think there’s a magic formula, but Amanda I agree there’s not. It takes knocking on doors, making phone calls and sending emails that get no response. Package Your Genius In Amanda’s book, Package Your Genius, there’s a place where she says her dad was the smartest person she’d ever met and the smartest person you’d never heard of. That is what planted the seed for Amanda to do this work called personal branding or visibility. She didn’t think it was fair that someone who had so many gifts and talents wasn’t able to flip those gifts and talents when he needed to flip them. In other words, he had a job and that job got plenty out of him, but when it came time for him to take the next step and leverage all he knew and had learned through decades of work, he didn’t understand how to put himself out there.  “When you work for years to become good at something, the inability to market yourself shouldn’t be the thing between you and success.”  Amanda found her gift in helping people like her dad who were really great at what they did, but not great at putting it into words. She’s dedicated her life to giving them the marketing tools and confidence they needed to get out there.  “Your gift is not about you; it’s about how you will be used to change the lives of other people.”  Think about it like this: If just one person needs to hear what you have to say and your message could potentially plant a seed that could change their life, who are you to focus on your nerves or anxiety?  This is much bigger than how you feel. When I think about it like this, it helps me get over myself and my fears very quickly. The Effortless State of Being is Purpose In Package Your Genius, Amanda says, “The effortless state of being is purpose and you don’t have to dress it up to sell it. You don’t have to dilute the gift by overcomplicating it. You don’t have to make yourself anxious perfecting and preparing yourself to justify it. You just have to show up, get out of the way and allow yourself to be the channel that you are.” Amanda believes that problems arise when we mistake our talent and skills with purpose. So just because we’re good at something doesn’t mean that’s what we’re supposed to be doing with our time.  If you’re naturally gifted and talented, and if you work hard at everything you do, then after a while you’ll probably get pretty good at it, right? We see a lot of people who have several things they can do well. And we also see other people – parents, family members, bosses – say you have a talent and push you in a certain direction because you’re good at doing something. But it doesn’t necessarily mean it’s what you’re meant to be doing. It doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s your purpose. You’re the only one who can dial into the purpose piece and you can do that by asking and looking at where you’ve been energized in the past. What work lights you up? What people light you up? What audiences do you enjoy serving? Who do you want to connect with? Who do you like being around? What do you want to build your life around and be known for? These are all questions you need to ask yourself. We unpack a LOT in this episode and know you’ll get value whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to build your empire or an executive looking to climb that corporate ladder. What are your thoughts on personal branding and visibility? Do you agree with all that Amanda has said? What were you biggest takeaways and how will you use these things to shift your brand and business? Visit http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/ to find out more about Amanda and Package Your Genius. Redefining Wealth Rapid Wisdom Questions And with that, let’s dig into Amanda’s responses to our Redefining Wealth Rapid Wisdom Questions. Define Success: “Success is doing what’s inside of me and impacting the people and audiences I care about the most.” Define Wealth in 3 Words or Less: “To die, empty.” One Book that Has Redefined How You See Wealth: You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero Fill-in the Blanks … “My name is ___ and the truth about wealth is ___”: “My name is Amanda and the truth about wealth is it’s available to everyone and it’s available to you at any time.” LINKS: To advertise on the podcast: http://www.patricewashington.com/podcastads Become an Official Purpose Chaser: http://www.iamapurposechaser.com  Join Patrice’s Pod Club: http://www.patricespodclub.com  To check out ALL of our past guests + episodes: http://www.patricewashington.com/Listen If you have questions about booking Patrice or sponsoring the podcast, email us at info@seekwisdomfindwealth.com.  Find me in Social Media:  Our podcast hashtag is #RedefiningWealth  Instagram: @SeekWisdomPCW  Twitter: @SeekWisdomPCW  Facebook: @SeekWisdomPCW  YouTube: @SeekWisdomPCW

Naimah discussed "Black Girls Rock" in DC at the Kennedy Center and in the author guest chair is Amanda Miller Littlejohn with "Package Your Genius." This episode highlights the importance of personal branding and how to ELEVATE in entrepreneurship, life, and/or career. Amanda shares many tips to encourage living a life with purpose through branding.

I wouldn't call myself a 'workaholic', but I admit, I love my work. I love the actual process of what I do - not just outcome. It makes me happy. So even when results aren't immediately evident, (you mean I didn't make the NYTimes Bestseller list on the first day??? *flips over a table*) it's okay, because I honestly love the work. The work energizes me, gives me a sense of purpose, and fills my days with meaning in a way that few other things do. It's easy to plant seeds day after day, week after week, and month after month because - to extend the planting metaphor - I love the feeling of the earth between my fingers. I love the process of showing up every day to nurture an idea and help it grow. I love waking up with the sun, running to the window and surveying the land to see what small changes may have taken place overnight, while the rest of the world was sleeping. But the downside of loving the work this way is this: it can become easy to get so used to planting, that you forget the harvest is coming eventually. And reaping that harvest feels almost...unfamiliar. You get so in the weeds of doing the work, making tiny tweaks, and fighting off threats that you tend to forget what all your maneuvering is adding up to. But I got a clear reminder last week. Last week was all about harvesting: I found out that after two arduous years of pep talks, practice tests, applications, wait lists, and interviews, my children were accepted into our family's dream educational institution - an independent school that will allow them to continue studying Mandarin and even possibly study abroad at sister campuses as middle and high school students. A subsidiary company of Johnson & Johnson placed a bulk order of my book for an upcoming event. Two other corporations invited me to deliver paid talks based on the content of Package Your Genius - a book I wrote and self-published only a few short months ago. After pouring into my Package Your Genius Academy students since 2016, last week I invited one of my former students to deliver a guest lecture on the topic of his expertise to our academy's newly enrolled cohort. He nailed it! I was so proud. I spoke with three separate PYGA alum who are all doing inspiring things - from doubling their salaries, to landing prestigious book deals, to signing their first 12 paid coaching clients in 30 days - all because of the work we did together. At first, I was almost in disbelief at the abundance that kept showing up in my inbox. It was overwhelming. Because quite honestly, I had gotten used to the grind. The pep talks and practice tests and applications had become my fall routine (whoever thought they'd actually get in, lol). I'd told myself that sitting down and writing the book had been the real work (you mean people want to buy why what I wrote???) And I'd so fully poured myself into teaching my students that I hadn't given much thought to how those lessons would continue to pay dividends for them. But it finally dawned on me that *this* is the glorious morning I'd been dreaming about. This is the ample harvest I had tilled and watered and worked my fingers to the bone for. So while I may find joy in doing the work, I need to also learn to find joy in the harvest - to expect it, to rejoice in it, to be present to the magic of it. Firstly because with all the seeds I've planted, it's inevitable, right? But also because what else, if not this, have I been working towards? If you've put years into becoming great at what you do, you may have also adopted the identity of 'diligent workhorse' and given little thought to where all of your hard work is taking you. You may have shown up consistently every day and done your best. You engrossed yourself in the work. You hit a major milestone, and then moved on to the next big project. You told yourself that you weren't doing it for the applause, but still..the applause may be in order. And when the applause comes, if you're uncomfortable or even caught off guard like I was, ask yourself why. Standing ovations shouldn't freak you out - you should expect them at this point. A bountiful harvest shouldn't be a shock when you've been planting, watering and nurturing the seeds day in and day out. Success shouldn't catch you by surprise when you've put in the work. I'm still learning that lesson, with each new level.     Elsewhere in PYG-Land... I'm excited about bring A NEW PR SERVICE to experts who want to get more visibility through getting featured consistently in the media. If you have an established expertise and want to see your ideas featured in media outlets like Forbes, The NYTimes and Sirius Radiothis year, book a consult call to discuss our new program.       Thank you JAI L. for your rave review of Package Your Genius:   5.0 out of 5 stars  THIS is gold. Only for those who are ready.   From Amazon: "This book, and the workbook, are life-changing for those who are ready for more. Amanda Miller Littlejohn does not hold back. Read it, study it, believe in what you discover about yourself and go with it, without apology. I was happy to meet her a few years ago at a conference. I had no idea then she would change my life. This is gold."   Get the Books Order your copy of Package Your Genius: 5 Steps to Build Your Most Powerful Personal Brand and/or the Companion Personal Branding Workbook

On this *one year anniversary* episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi reflects on this podcast journey with gratitude for the support and encouragement she has received along the way. The podcast started out as a thought during a meeting with Kimi’s business coach, Amanda Miller Littlejohn, and the idea was shaped with the help of some of Kimi’s colleagues in Amanda’s Mastermind group. Kimi’s biggest initial barrier to overcome was being comfortable with being more visible and being confident in her idea. She found that her niche was interviewing guests on the show and showcasing their stories, which meant that she had to go outside of her comfort zone to pursue guests. She did experience some rejections, but she did not let that stop her from consistently producing content and staying focused on her mission. Kimi also emphasizes the importance of surrounding herself with a team of people who specialize in the different talent areas needed to create and produce the podcast, reaching the goal Kimi set out. It took courage for Kimi to accept help initially and to let people in to her passion project, but this vulnerability and trust has led to something bigger than Kimi could have accomplished on her own. Finally, Kimi has learned to not be afraid to let her light shine and her gifts show. By accepting compliments and criticisms graciously, Kimi has grown through this process, and she looks forward to the future of the podcast. Topics Covered in this Episode: • Reflection on Year One of the Early Accountability Podcast • Importance of surrounding yourself with a team • Benefits of pushing yourself out of your comfort zone • Being confident in your gifts • Asking for help along the way

Strategist and coach, Amanda Miller Littlejohn, talks about her journey to success and what she's learned along the way. She walks us through how she discovered her story and also her passion for helping others discover and share theirs. In this interview, she discusses the power of connection, mentors, and community. She also provides practical strategies for determining your services and prices. AMANDA MILLER LITTLEJOHN Website: amandamillerlittlejohn.com Facebook: AmandaMillerLittlejohn LinkedIn: amillerlittlejohn Instagram: @amandalittlejohn Twitter: @amandamogul Podcast: amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast WHERE’S NACHE’ Website: nachesnow.comInstagram: @nachesnowTwitter: @nachesnowLinkedIn: nachesnowPodcast: Studio 78Facebook: studio78podcastPinterest: Tallook The post 11. Discovering and Sharing Your Personal Brand Story with Amanda Miller Littlejohn appeared first on Nache’ Snow - Resources for Creative Entrepreneurs | Studio 78 Podcast | Entrepreneur, Maker + Queen of Side Hustles.

I've interviewed 30+ women for the Support is Sexy podcast -- entrepreneurs, leaders, creatives visionaries -- and I am moved by them all, inspired by them all, in love with them all, with their gifts and with their willingness to share. I always leave each conversation with some nugget of wisdom that I can use, and I often go back and listen to episodes again and again just to feed myself that positivity. So, today, on what I'm calling "Feel Good Friday," I'm offering you a few servings of positivity from some of our previous beautiful and badass women who have appeared on the show and who, in each episode of the podcast, leave us with a parting piece of advice. Take some time to digest this, and savor it into your weekend and beyond. Featured on this episode of #FeelGoodFriday... Sian Morson, Founder of Kollective Mobile. Patricia Moreno, creator of the Intensati workout. Nicole Aguierre, CEO of Worn Creative agency. Tanya Alvarez, Founder and CEO of Owners Up. Amanda Miller Littlejohn, Founder of Package Your Genius. Teju Owoye, Founder and CEO of Sulte Group. Ouidad, Founder of Ouidad global haircare brand. Moshay Laren, Real estate agent and Investor, Partner of Kimber Group Investments Denene Millner, New York Times Best Selling Author and owner Denene Millner Children’s Books. Karen Taylor Bass – Marketing and Publicity Strategist. Dee Poku, Founder of WIE Network and The Other Festival. Kaira Akita, Actress, artist, creative. Mitzi Miller, Television executive, Head of Development at Rainforest Entertainment. Jessica Perdomo, Creator of JJ Gray Shoes. Fila Antwine, Relationship and Life coach.    

On this episode of Dream In Drive, we chat with Amanda Miller Littlejohn, a personal branding coach and PR pro who has built her career around helping others building their brand, pursue their passions and package their genius. We discuss Amanda's personal dream driving story, the path she took to personal success in entrepreneurship, and her tips on how you can PACKAGE YOUR GENIUS. If you've ever struggled with identifying what your personal brand is and need guidance and clarity on how to figure out your impact, this episode is for you. Get show notes: www.dreamsindrive.com/amanda-miller-littlejohn SUBSCRIBE: www.dreamsindrive.com/join Follow Dreams In Drive on Social: twitter.com/dreamsindrive instagram.com/dreamsindrive Follow Amanda on social: www.instagram.com/amandalittlejohn twitter.com/amandamogul www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com Find Rana on social: instagram.com/rainshineluv twitter.com/rainshineluv www.ranacampbell.com

On this episode, I'm providing an update on how my own side hustle is going. How am I balancing my 9to5 at NPR with my podcast and burgeoning Side Hustle Pro brand and business? I talk about the challenges I’m facing with time management and why I believe time management is a myth. I’m also sharing the best tools I’ve found to help me manage my calendar and organize the Side Hustle Pro process (Shout-out to Amanda Miller Littlejohn for the productivity tips!). I also get into a strategy that I’m using to build my brand and network: attending strategic conferences. I talk about the hustle bombs I learned from Myleik Teele, CEO of curlBOX: “A real hustler invests in themselves.” “If you are not popping or balling, you do not need to be sleeping in.” “Followers are not dollars.” Tune in to hear my latest updates in this Side Hustle Pro journey! Links mentioned in this episode: Doodle Calendly Asana Show notes from this week's episode: http://sidehustlepro.co/ Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss

When Amanda Miller Littlejohn was on maternity leave from her journalism job after the birth of her first son in 2008, she was told that she and several other writers were being laid off. Instead of panicking, she decided that this was the perfect opportunity for her to strike on her own and create her own business. The first step was to determine what she was good at, how she could package it, and how to offer it as a service. Her PR agency was born. Today her business has evolved to her coaching individuals on personal branding, and helping them discover their own gifts and package their genius. On this episode, you'll learn: How to find your clients and reach out to themDetermining the needs of your clients and making an emotional connectionHow to package your genius3 Tips for building your personal brandGetting clear on who you are and what you want to be known forWhen it may be time to shift your messageThe importance of taking a moment to stop and celebrate your selfHaving the audacity to follow your dreamsEnjoy, and thank you for listening! And hey, if you love it, please leave us a review!   Show notes, links, contacts and resources for this episode may be found at http://elaynefluker.com/podcast/ [Music: “Someone Else’s Memories” by Revolution Void]

Today’s episode of Happy Black Woman is filled with tips and strategies to help you build your personal brand, connect with your purpose, and package your genius. Rosetta talks with personal branding coach Amanda Miller Littlejohn, who is on a mission to help clients get their message out into the world. She assists clients package their genius and get it out into the world. Amanda chats with Rosetta about the path that led her to her true purpose and how she empowers people to connect with their gifts. Her goal is to help her clients figure out how to share their gifts by demystifying the marketing process and offering tactical guidance. Throughout Amanda’s chat with Rosetta, she shares a wealth of information to help you find your way to your true path. Connecting people with their true gifts through coaching and tactical guidance. Amanda started out in the PR world as an award-winning public relations executive, but found herself drawn to helping the individual versus assisting businesses. Over time, it became clear that her true genius was in extracting what is special about individuals, and so her mission was born. Amanda explains how she sees herself as a mirror to her clients, helping them see their true genius. She also assists in identifying the ways in which they may have gone astray in the past and veered away from their purpose. After working with clients, Amanda is able to see them bring passion and energy into their work, revelling in the joy of living their purpose. Specific steps to help you identify your genius. According to Amanda, we all have genius. She walks Rosetta through the steps that can help you identify your genius and package it. Amanda asks tactical questions that make it easier to see your gifts and begin the process of walking in your purpose. What do you do after you identify your genius? Amanda explains the value of paying attention to your audience. What are they reading, listening to, or watching? Research podcasts, blogs, television shows, and other resources to better understand your audience’s needs and wants. This will provide value insight into connecting your genius with your audience. Staying focused and bringing your purpose to life. Amanda shares with Rosetta her tip for women who don’t feel ready to get started. Start where you are. This simple, yet powerful message says it all. Amanda tells us how she procrastinated and finally realized she just had to start where she was. She also discusses the value of investing in a coach if you’re ready to get the support you need to take things to the next level. Amanda walks us through a typical day in her busy life. She explains the value of knowing your work methodology and arranging your day to best manage productivity. She also shares some tech tools that help her stay focused and how having kids gave her a natural focus around her time. With hard work and focus, Amanda has designed her ideal life. What makes her a Happy Black Woman? Helping others, being with her children, and - of course - coffee. If you keep it moving in your purpose, things will fall into place. As Rosetta closes out her chat with Amanda, they discuss a favorite book that inspired Amanda on her journey along with a personal mantra. Her mantra - Keep it moving - is all about the importance of always moving forward no matter what. Amanda shares a final tip for women who are just at the beginning stages of building a business: if something isn’t working for you or making you happy, get rid of it. She shares why so many of us end up trapped in situations that no longer serve us because we feel like it’s the “right thing to do”. Amanda’s final piece of advice: if it no longer serves you, let it go. Outline of this great episode [0:34] Rosetta’s introduction of her guest, Amanda Miller Littlejohn. [1:34] How Rosetta and Amanda first connected. [3:52] Amanda’s mission and the work that she does. [6:31] How Amanda assists her clients. [9:53] What inspired Amanda to expand her PR business into working with individuals. [13:33] Some specific action steps for someone getting started in this process. [18:36] Action tips once you understand your message and purpose. [23:12] Thinking about your goals from a strategic perspective. [24:20] What do you say to the woman who knows she has expertise to share, but doesn’t feel like she’s ready? [28:20] What Amanda’s typical day looks like and how she stays on track. [33:44] What makes you a Happy Black Woman? [34:57] A book that has inspired Amanda. [36:11] A personal mantra that has inspired Amanda on her journey. [38:36] The #1 tip for ladies who are just at the beginning stages of building their business. [41:04] How to connect with Amanda. Resources & Links mentioned in this episode BOOK: “The Firestarter Sessions” Amanda Miller Littlejohn’s website: www.AmandaMillerLittlejohn.com Get your FREE Personal Branding Toolkit

I am sure Amanda will give you some things to think about that may lead to more clarity around what you should be doing. In this episode, Amanda shares: More about the work she does and how she got started doing it How she helps people...