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Dr. Gina Anderson and Joe Lynch discuss the long haul: battling loneliness and crisis in trucking. Dr. Anderson is the CEO and Co-founder of Luma Brighter Learning, a 2X INC 5000 company that was created to deliver measurably better education outcomes. About Dr. Gina Anderson Dr. Gina Anderson is on a mission to help organizations grow their safety cultures through meaningful learning that inspires and engages employees. For more than 25 years, she has focused her attention on studying how adults best learn, consistently growing her methodology by engaging with transportation and logistics companies. Dr. Anderson is the CEO of Luma Brighter Learning, an award-winning learning company and a 2024 and 2023 recipient of the prestigious Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies award. Dr. Anderson routinely publishes new, measurable, science-based techniques specifically focused on learning in logistics and transportation to help companies improve their safety scores and uphold compliance. Dr. Anderson is the author of Thrive: How Learning Can Ignite a New Way Forward and a contributing author to the best-selling book Perspectives on Invisible Illnesses. Recognized as a thought leader in learning and an Inc. contributing author, she is also the creator and host of the I Love Learning podcast, where leaders from around the world share what motivates them to learn. Dr. Anderson holds a Doctor of Education in instructional systems technology from Indiana University, where she also minored in learning science. She has a passion for helping people learn. About Luma Brighter Learning Luma Brighter Learning delivers an award-winning enterprise learning management system (LMS) tailored to the transportation and logistics industry. With a focus on maximizing safety, ensuring compliance, and boosting employee retention, Luma supports the entire organization with individualized coaching programs, customizable content, digital forms, compliance reporting tools, and unlimited secure file storage.   We live in a time when nuclear verdicts are common. An LMS that offers passive, generic content no longer cuts it. When failure to remember essential details and perform crucial tasks can significantly impact your business, you need to partner with learning experts who can help. Luma Brighter Learning was founded by scientists who know how to tap into learning science and psychology to facilitate changes in behavior. Key Takeways: The Long Haul: Battling Loneliness and Crisis in Trucking Dr. Gina Anderson and Joe Lynch discuss the long haul: battling loneliness and crisis in trucking. They unpack the high regulatory burden and stringent requirements that drivers face, including impeccable records and Hours of Service, sparking job stress. Luma Brighter Learning, led by Dr. Gina Anderson (Ed.D.), offers a tailored LMS with eNugget® microlearning to combat the isolation and mental health issues prevalent in trucking. This addresses the loneliness from long periods away from home. Research-backed methods, like Luma's eNugget® LMS, showing significant safety score improvements, are crucial to tackling the alarming 61-year life expectancy of CDL drivers (Project 61). This emphasizes the need for effective training and support. The trucking profession suffers from a high regulatory burden, demanding strict adherence to rules, which contributes to driver stress and potential burnout. Luma's LMS is designed to mitigate compliance strain. Isolation and mental health concerns are widespread among drivers due to the nature of long-haul trucking, leading to loneliness and depression. Luma's engaging content aims to counteract these negative impacts. Alarming life expectancy figures underscore the severe health impacts of the profession, necessitating urgent industry-wide changes and effective solutions. Luma's focus on safety and well-being directly addresses this. Luma Brighter Learning's tailored LMS focuses on safety, compliance, and retention, offering a strategic approach to improving driver conditions. Their platform is built for the unique challenges of the industry. The company utilizes eNugget® microlearning, delivering concise content for effective learning and behavioral change among adult learners. This method proves effective in improving driver performance and safety. Luma Brighter Learning's numerous accolades, including the Gold Stevie® Award and Inc. 5000 recognition, highlight their innovative and impactful solutions. Their growth reflects their effectiveness. Dr. Gina Anderson's expertise in instructional systems technology ensures that Luma's programs are grounded in learning science and research-backed methods. This commitment drives continuous improvement. Learn More About The Long Haul: Battling Loneliness and Crisis in Trucking Dr. Gina Anderson | Linkedin Luma Brighter Learning | Linkedin Luma Brighter Learning Luma Brighter Learning | YouTube Thrive: How Learning Can Ignite a New Way Forward - Kindle Edition Learning with Gina The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube

Want to hear what it takes to build a successful women-led tech marketing agency? In this special episode of The Know Grow and Scale Podcast, Laura Johns, founder and CEO of The Business Growers, shares the story behind winning the Gold Stevie® Award for Best Female Entrepreneur. Learn how she built an all-women team that is revolutionizing tech marketing in Mississippi, creating opportunities in a male-dominated industry, and helping MSPs across the nation scale their businesses.   Discover: How to succeed in tech without writing code Building a thriving business outside traditional tech hubs Creating opportunities for women in technology Transforming how IT companies approach growth   Connect with Laura: Website: www.TheBusinessGrowers.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurapickardjohns/   Ready to scale your MSP or IT company? Get your FREE Growth Acceleration Session: https://go.thebusinessgrowers.com/msp-schedule-session   #WomenInTech #StevieAwards #ITMarketing #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness   _____________________________________________________________________________   Want to learn how to enhance your MSP's client experience and drive growth? Get your FREE one-on-one Growth Acceleration Session. https://go.thebusinessgrowers.com/sch... If you qualify for the session, we can show you in just ONE HOUR exactly what you need to do to improve your client experience and scale your MSP or IT business sustainably.   About The Business Growers: Many Managed Services Providers and IT companies struggle to grow because they are constantly putting out fires and don't have the bandwidth to focus on enhancing client experience and executing strategies required to scale the business. At The Business Growers, we believe you shouldn't have to navigate the complexities of client experience alone. We work exclusively with MSPs and IT companies, serving as their CX dream team and offering a proven framework for revenue growth through exceptional client experiences.    Visit us at www.thebusinessgrowers.com

Do you get bored of doing repetitive tasks?Are you the type of person who enjoys finding answers and solving problems?Are you ready to build up your XP (Experience Points) as an Athena Executive Partner (XP)? In this podcast episode, I am joined by Robert Hayes, the CEO of Athena. His dream to build a company that prioritizes employee well-being not only earned him the Gold Stevie Award as “Thought Leader of the Year,” but has also helped so many employees and clients achieve their dreams with Athena. We discussed the WHY, HOWs, and WHAT it takes to get hired by Athena.And if you're ready to take on the challenge, check out Athena's website here: https://jobs.athena.com/Connect with Athena: Facebook | Tiktok | Instagram | LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Black women, the fastest growing segment of business owners, are the least likely to receive investments from venture capitalists. They account for less than 1 percent of the $424.7 billion raised in tech V.C. funding since 2009, according to the 2018 Project Diane study conducted by DigitalUndivided, an organization that empowers women entrepreneurs of color.To address these disparities, and to provide a one-stop-shop for people looking to buy from Black women, my guest Nikki Porcher founded Buy From A Black Woman, a 501(c)3 that is committed to building the largest community of Black Women Business Owners across the country and around the globe. Through educational programs, an online directory, and financial support and meaningful partnerships, Buy From A Black Woman continues to grow as a trusted resource that helps Black Women in business.  Nikki is a Black Woman Advocate, Business Consultant, DEI Trainer & Speaker. In this episode, we discuss why she created her nonprofit Buy From A Black Woman, how she built it from scratch to secure partnerships with H&M and Goldman Sachs, and how she cultivates a community of passionate supporters and donors.About Nikki PorcherNikki Porcher is the founder of Buy From A Black Woman, the 2023 Gold Stevie® Award's Organization of The Year. She has made it her mission to empower, educate and inspire Black Women Business Owners; and to raise awareness for the need to support and #BuyFromABlackWoman. Through her nonprofit, Nikki equips Black Women with the tools and resources they need to be successful in business. She's helped Black Women Founders generate over $2.7 million in revenue in the last year alone, in addition to providing educational programs, funding and increased visibility through the highest-ranking online directory of Black Women-Owned Businesses in the world. The directory places these brands in front of an average of 4,000 consumers a month, and Buy From A Black Woman is also home to one of the largest communities of Black Women Business Owners in the US and across the globe.Connect with Nikki on LinkedInVisit Nikki Porcher's websiteBuy from a Black Woman InstagramVisit Buy from a Black Woman's websiteTune in on A Black Woman's podcastTake my free masterclass: 3 Must-Have Elements of Social Media Content that Converts

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast with his guest Brian Murray a massively successful real estate investor, entrepreneur, author and even ultra marathon runner! Along with his partner Brandon Turner he co-founded Open Door Capital and owns thousands of units across the country.  He is a multi award winning author of some of the most well known books for investing in multi family commercial real estate published by the world famous BiggerPockets! In addition to having his company hit the Inc 500 fastest growing companies multiple times he also received a Gold Stevie Award winner for Executive of the year in real estate for his simple but effective techniques for extraordinary results investing. He is truly an inspiring individual who practices what he preaches in that he used real estate as the vehicle to financially and gain space to allow him to do his primary goal to live life to the fullest.  He works daily to maximize his potential living outside his comfort working on his ranch, hiking, reading and challenging himself physically and mentally through Ultra marathons and even being featured on the show Becoming Ultra.   Recently taking a trip to Nepal spending time with great people like Mike Posner he was inspired to write his new book on life lessons out NOW called WELCOME TO MY GARDEN! Topics for this episode include: ✅ What is the current state of multi family real estate investing ✅ The danger of wrapping your identity into your profession ✅ Beginner mistakes in multi family real estate investing ✅ Entrepreneur shares life lessons for success ✅ The importance of balancing health and wealth ✅ What feelings of discomfort really mean + More! See the show notes to connect with all things Brian!  Connect with Brian: Get WELCOME TO MY GARDEN here Get Brian Murray Books on Amazon Brian Murray on Facebook Brian Murray on Instagram Brian Murray on LinkedIn Brian Murray on Twitter Open Door Capital  www.rentwatertown.com --- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516)540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers

April White & Laura Schooler are co-hosts of the two-time-award-winning podcast “The PR Wine Down,” where they gab, analyze, dissect, and commiserate on the biggest issues impacting PR practitioners. April is CEO and Founder of Trust Relations, a TEDx speaker, a contributor to Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Newsweek, and has won a Gold Stevie Award for Women for Most Innovative Woman of the Year – Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations. New York City-based Laura Schooler runs Schooler Communications serving clients in professional services, entertainment, marketing, and more. She brings wisdom and creative flair to her work, quickly raising an organization's public profile by targeting key audiences while also navigating regulatory requirements and other sensitive issues. The PR Podcast is your view inside the public relations business. We talk with great PR people, reporters, and communicators about how the news gets made and strategies for publicity that drive business goals.  Host ⁠⁠Jody Fisher⁠⁠ is the founder of JodyFisherPR and works with clients across the healthcare, higher education, financial services, real estate, entertainment, and non-profit verticals.  Join the conversation on ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ at @ThePRPodcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theprpodcast/support

A Fresh Story, season 3, episode 18 We had the chance to talk to CEO, and working mom, Kelley Higney! Kelley is brilliant, lovely, and so passionate about changing the world with her product, Bug Bite Thing. We chatted with Kelley about her career change, making fresh starts, being a working mom, becoming a CEO, and of course…going on Shark Tank! Kelley Higney is the founder and CEO of Bug Bite Thing, the leader in providing consumers with chemical-free first aid products, including its insect bite relief suction tool which is Amazon's #1 seller for insect bite relief with nearly 90,000 reviews and its tick remover tweezer tool approved for both people and pets that launched this summer.  Determination to find a natural alternative to the available remedies on the market that would alleviate her six-month-old daughter's constantly suffering from mosquito bites, led to her discovery of an unfamiliar product that uses suction to remove the irritant. Then, after securing exclusive distribution rights to the product, she branded it Bug Bite Thing and has since been a “Mom on a Mission,” educating the world on the most effective, chemical-free solution for insect bite relief.   The company gained national recognition in October 2019 when Kelley and her mother, Ellen McAlister, appeared on ABC's hit show, ‘Shark Tank.' All the Sharks were biting with offers to invest in the business, but it was Lori Greiner's ‘Golden Ticket' offer that secured the partnership. In April 2021, Kelley and her mother returned to ‘Shark Tank.' This time, they shared details on the company's transformation into a multi-million dollar enterprise following their first appearance on the show. Kelley is a member of the Fast Company Executive Board and Forbes Business Council and the recipient of numerous awards, including the Gold Stevie Award for ‘Female Executive of the Year' by the 2022 Stevie Awards for Women in Business and named a “Top Mamaprenistas” by the 2022 Entreprenista 100. She is active within the South Florida community where she resides and teaches teens through Bug Bite Thing's Entrepreneurship in Action Program in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County. She lives in Port St. Lucie with her husband and two daughters. Learn more about Kelley and Bug Bite Thing on their website, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok and of course, Amazon.

In today's enlightening discussion, we have the privilege of chatting with Chris Martinez, the resourceful founder of Dude Agency. Dude Agency is a unique company that focuses on aiding digital marketing agencies through providing skillful personnel, structuring efficient processes, maximizing profitability, and offering valuable education. As a testament to its outstanding service, Dude Agency graced the spotlight, earning itself a Gold Stevie Award from the American Business Association. Listen to Chris's profound insights about team dynamics and the evolution of self-esteem, considering his remarkable perspective being based outside of the United States. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, seasoned marketer, or simply someone seeking motivation to boost your productivity, Chris's advice will empower you with pioneering strategies to bring your dreams to life. By lending an attentive ear to this conversation, you'll not only gain constructive guidance but also find inspiration from the stories and experiences shared.Here are the reasons why you should listen to the full interview:Learn how to critically screen potential employees for their capacity for teamwork and sacrificeDiscover the significant influence of fostering self-esteem in children, through Chris's non-U.S perspective.Understand how exposure to different hardships can shift one's perspectives and fuel success.Interview Highlights Employee Selection: Prioritizing Teamwork and SacrificeChris emphasizes the need for team players in his company.The primary reason candidates miss job opportunities in Dude Agency is their lack of genuine concern for others.The company screens for willingness to make sacrifices for the team during the interview process.Fostering Self-Esteem: A Shift in PerspectiveLiving outside of the U.S. has exposed Chris to different societal norms, especially regarding boosting children's self-esteem.Recognizing this shift, Chris advises parents and mentors to uplift their children and mentees.Overcoming Challenges: Tapping into Your 'Why'Chris shares that being exposed to people with severe challenges puts your own struggles into perspective.He encourages tapping into our 'why' when encountering difficulties. Successful Adaptation: The Key to GrowthDiscussing people who work at factories, Chris observes how many don't know other ways to increase their income.He notes that the individuals who succeed are those willing to adapt.  The Non-Sexy Side of Running an Agency: 5 Potential Pitfalls in 2022Chris expresses a desire to empower individuals to realize their dreams through their agencies.He also warns about the less glamorous aspects of running an agency.Listen to the full conversation to explore deeper discussions and more insights from our guest, Chris Martinez.Support the show

Somayeh Aghnia is a serial entrepreneur and technology founder who co-founded This episode of Inflection Points Joe speaks with Somayeh Aghnia, highly accomplished entrepreneur, technology founder and Geeks' Co-founder and CEO.Somayeh co-founded Geeks in 2008, a company that helps senior leaders design, engineer, and adopt appropriate software technology to accelerate their businesses. Additionally, Somayeh created WordUp, an AI language app that has been downloaded over 5 million times and founded a technology university.With multiple awards under her belt, including the Queen's Award for Enterprise in Innovation, the UK Innovation and Entrepreneurship Award, and the Gold Stevie Award for the most Innovative Company of The Year in Europe, Somayeh's experience and knowledge are invaluable to anyone looking to succeed in the technology industry.We discuss:1:17 Intro Introduction and choosing tech as a career3:50 IP1 Immigrating to the UK from Iran6:35 IP2 Being a changemaker at the core and founding Geeks16:59 IP3 Flat management structure hindering growth24:54 IP4 Using her superpower of Female empowerment32:36 The difficulty of English as a language being the driver for app Wordup42:11 Outro What is exciting Somayeh about eh next 12 months

Interested in the public relations and communications aspect of a global marketing career? Have a listen as Claudia Gioia, a powerhouse in the mar-comms field across Latin America, shares how advanced tech and data-driven insights and analytics have revolutionized the industry. Artificial intelligence, location-based targeting, and augmented reality — together with a thorough understanding of analytics — help practitioners better understand consumer behaviors and hit their KPIs so much faster than even a few years ago. In addition to data analytics, solid strategic thinking and impeccable communications skills are critical to international business success. Is it coincidence that these skills are also key to rising to the C-suite? Perhaps not. About Our Guest Claudia Gioia is multiple award-winning communications professional. She is the co-founder and managing partner of Perceptual Advisors, a full stack marketing and communications firm focused on founders, funders, entrepreneurs and disruptors. Throughout her career, she has held positions as president and CEO at Hill+ Knowlton LATAM and Caribbean; SVP of Americas at LLYC; and country manager of Latin America Technology Practices at Burson-Marsteller (currently BCW). Claudia has led international client work for Nestle, Ford Motors, Intel, Walgreens Boots Alliance, AT&T, Facebook, Allergan, Pfizer, Medtronic, HP, Unilever, Qualcomm, Sony, Accenture and FedEx, among others. She also advised on country branding, reporting directly to several regional and national mandataries. Among Claudia's accolades, she was recognized among the global top 100 most influential people by PR Week and won the iconic Gold Stevie Award for best executive of the year in Latin America. She holds a BA in Education and Psychology and is certified by the Yale University Management School and the Chinese School of Business (CKGSB) in global digital branding, by the University of Virginia in digital transformation, and by the Wharton School in entrepreneurship. About the Global Careers Podcast Series This podcast presents inspiring stories from seasoned professionals who have embraced a global role and reaped the benefits. We offer practical advice and insider tips across a broad swath of industries and fields around the world about what it is like to work globally. If you love adventure and thrive on taking risks and operating outside your comfort zone, join us as we explore the ins and outs of pursuing an international career! About GW-CIBER The George Washington University Center for International Business Education and Research (GW-CIBER) promotes the nation's capacity for international understanding and economic enterprise related to the theme of Institutions, Resilient Globalization and Sustainable Competitiveness.

Interview with Sejal Lakhani-Bhatt, who is a powerhouse when it comes to architecting success.   She joined her husband's managed IT company, TechWerxe, in 2012 and within two years grew it into one of the most respected IT companies for small-midsize businesses (SMBs) in the tri-state area. Now under Sejal's sole leadership, TechWerxe, specializes in helping company leaders protect their organization's data and comply with mandated regulations. In 2021, her entrepreneurial spirit motivated Sejal to launch a second company called CloudWerxe designed to offer small to mid-sized MSPs a top-of-the-line, secure cloud environment. Sejal's innovation earned her a Gold Stevie Award, NJBIZ Digi-Tech Innovator Award, and recognition as an ROI Power List 2021 Influencer and NJBIZ Best 50 Women in Business. Her web site is https://www.sejallakhani.com/   

According to a report by Yale University, a person's hair and hairstyle impact not only our self-image but also the impression of others about us. Throughout the decades, society and media have inculcated the image of "perfect hair" as free-flowing, shiny, and tangle-free. However, this is definitely a false presentation of the realities of hair. The American Hair Research Society explains that an array of hair disorders and issues plague the nation, including hair loss (such as autoimmune alopecia areata and stress-derived telogen effluvium) and hair shaft defects (fragile hair, frizziness, coarseness, split ends).We are joined today by JuE Wong, the CEO and President of OLAPLEX since 2020, a global senior executive, and a transformative beauty industry leader. Born and raised in Singapore, JuE received her BA in International Economics and Political Science from The Australian National University in 1987 with an exchange scholarship at UCLA. Throughout the years, she has then progressed to be the revolutionary Global Director and President of brands such as Elizabeth Arden, Moroccanoil, Obagi, StriVectin, Astral Brands, Murad, Perricone MD, ZO Skin Health, and PepsiCo. With all her experience, she also serves as the Board Member for companies like the American Heart Association, YMCA of Greater New York, Committee of 200 (C200), and Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW). She has been recently listed on Forbes 5o Over 50 and has been awarded the Gold Stevie Award for Female Executive of the Year, the Beauty Independent Beacon Award for Brand Builder of the Year, and the Innocos Leader of Change.Livestream Air Date: August 4, 2022JuE Wong: IG @juewong888 & OLAPLEXFriends of Franz: IG @friendsoffranzpod & FB @friendsoffranzpodChristian Franz (Host): IG @chrsfranz & YT Christian FranzThankful to the season's brand partners: Clove, BETR Remedies, Eko, Lumify, RescueMD, Medical School for Kids, Your Skincare Expert, Twrl Milk Tea

Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Christy Bunce, President, New American Funding. Topics of Discussion: 1:57 - I always like to get started with our journeys to the mortgage industry. Tell us how you got into this business. 3:29 - New American Funding has an incredible corporate culture, I believe its known as NAF360. How does that strong corporate culture set the company apart from competitors? 8:02 - New American Funding sets the bar when it comes to getting employees active on legislative issues! I know that NAF is always promoting the Mortgage Action Alliance to its employees, which is incredibly effective. Tell us about how NAF leadership is so successful in employee engagement on legislative issues. 10:36 - Our association has a very active Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee, designed to promote DEI policy in our members' companies. Can you talk with us a little about NAF's New American Dream Initiative? 14:31 - You were recently moved into the role of President at NAF. Being a leader during hot markets is much different than challenging markets, like we're in today. What are some of the leadership values that can help companies navigate the tough times? 18:26 - You have received some incredible recognition for your leadership including a Gold Stevie Award for Female Executive of the Year for companies with more than 2,500 employees and you were also named a 2021 Mortgage Star by Mortgage Women Magazine and a 2020 HW Vanguard by HousingWire. How did those awards impact you? 20:39 - New American Funding has always been a huge supporter of the California MBA, for which we are very grateful. Can you share with us why the company supports our organization? To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!

Mina Lux (BSc '90; BASc '92) is an entrepreneurial marketing, business and product leader based in New York. She has held a series of top online marketing positions for the likes of USA Today and Scientific America. She co-founded two tech companies,—FloNetwork (a Deloitte Top 100 Fastest Growing Company in Canada) and Meelo Logic (which earned her a Gold Stevie Award for Female Entrepreneur of the Year). Mina discusses pioneering the first technology platform that allows business to send emails as a way of generating leads and building revenue, as well as, drawing on her engineering degree to “spot the trend”. Special spotlight question to Mina from Aleeza Ladhani (BASc-Eng '21 and Gee Gees Women's Track and Field 2015-2017), technology analyst at Accenture and co-founder and CEO of Choloket. (In English only with English and French transcript available).Transcripts of this episode are available in English and French.Guest: Mina Lux (BSc '90; BASc '92)Spotlight Question: Aleeza Ladhani (BASc-Eng '21 and Gee Gees Women's Track and Field 2015-2017)Host: Gwen Madiba, MA '12; BSocSc '08Theme Music: Idris Lawal, BCom '15Production: University of Ottawa's Alumni Relations teamProducer: Rhea Laube,  MA '12Sound Engineer: Richard VilleneuveRecording Assistance: Pop-Up PodcastingPlease send your questions and comments to alumni@uottawa.ca. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. 

I am honoured to welcome Stacy Bahrenfuss to the show today. After building a 7-figure business at the age of 19 where she helped clients find their external home in real estate, Stacy Bahrenfuss now guides women leaders to their internal home. Known as The Truth Teacher, and a Visionary Intuitive, Stacy is the Founder of The Truth Teachers™ and works privately consulting 7 and 8-figure women leaders and their teams, leading them to activate all of their power and accelerate their success personally and professionally.   Stacy and her Truth Teachers™ are on a mission to revolutionise the entire self-help industry by eliminating gurus and empowering people with the tools and framework to transform their own lives. Stacy is a 2020 Winner of the Gold Stevie Award in Consumer Services with 10 or less employees.  In this episode of The Debra Shepherd Podcast, Stacy shares her extraordinary story. We talk about mindset, emotionset, success and creating a limitless life.  EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS Stacy talks about her extraordinary career in real estate to founding The Truth Teachers™.  Stacy shares the source of her inspiration.  Alignment and how success comes back to our attention to the inner world.  Why working on your mindset alone will only take you so far.  How you can create powerful transformation by working on mindset and emotionset together.  How observing your inner state throughout the day can support you in creating conscious results and positively impact those around you.  Stacy shares her Triple Threat System, three steps that take less than 10 minutes. A powerful practice to do each morning that will set you up for the day.  How fear and scarcity are limiting and hold you back from abundance, creativity, collaboration and creating the thriving life and business that is awaiting you.  The missing ingredient to whole life success.    SHOW NOTES Get all the episode show notes here: www.debrashepherd.com.au/debra-shepherd-podcast   LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoy the podcast, I invite you to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Let me know how the show inspires, empowers and supports you to create more ease, joy and meaning in your life and business. Be sure to follow the show so you are notified when new episodes are released.    CONNECT WITH STACY BAHRENFUSS www.thetruthteachers.com Instagram @StacyBahrenfuss   CONNECT WITH DEBRA Want to learn more about how we can work together? www.debrashepherd.com.au Instagram @_DebraShepherd 

After building a 7-figure business at the age of 19 where she helped clients find their external home in real estate, Stacy Bahrenfuss now guides women leaders to their internal home. Known as The Truth Teacher, and a visionary intuitive, Stacy is the Founder of The Truth Teachers and works privately consulting 7- and 8-figure women leaders and their teams, leading them to activate all of their power and accelerate their success personally and professionally. Stacy and her Truth Teachers are on a mission to revolutionize the entire self help industry by eliminating gurus and empowering people with the tools and framework to transform their own lives. Stacy is a 2020 Winner of the Gold Stevie Award in Consumer services with 10 or less employees. Listen in as Brianna and Stacy discuss breaking through to discover your truths and why that process requires more than just a change in mindset.@StacyBahrenfussThe Truth Teachers

“The bigger you grow a business with impact, the more impact you can make” - Tamara LoehrTamara is an online strategist and impact investor, with over 25 years experience building and exiting 7 and 8 figure online wellness brands.  Tamara believes in profit and purpose with all her companies having giving embedded to the United Nations SDGs. Her mandate of ‘Buy 1, Support 1, Give 1' is driven by a community of conscious consumers who are leveraging their collective purchasing power to support female founders that give back.Tamara's current focus, Beusail, is disrupting the way large organizations engage, reward and retain employees. Beusail's program helps companies drive impact and purpose from within, by empowering their team to transform their lives, and transform the world.  Tamara is a proud YPO North Star founding member, is a YPO Mentor chair board member, and former president of her EO chapter. Tamara is a globally recognised and award-winning entrepreneur, including a Gold Stevie Award in New York for Fast Growth, Fast Starter Top 20 and 3rd place in Smart Company.Please enjoy!Click here to subscribe to The Sell My Business Podcast to save time and effort.SELECTED LINKS FOR THIS EPISODEBeusail Academytamara.loehr@beusailacademy.comTamara Loehr (@tamara_loehr) / TwitterTamara Loehr (@tamara.loehr) • Instagram photos and videosTamara Loehr | FacebookBeusail - YouTubehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tamaraloehr/https://www.pinterest.com.au/channels1098/_created/The Deep Wealth Sell My Business PodcastCockroach Startups: What You Need To Know To Succeed And ProsperFREE Deep Wealth eBook on Why You Suck At Selling Your Business And What You Can Do About It (Today)Book Your FREE Deep Wealth Strategy Call

Fabi Preslar's entrepreneurial journey has been one of many lessons of things earned through dedication as well as many things celebrated. She is the founder and president of SPARK Publications, a firm that has won over 300 industry awards for its publishing design of custom magazines, books, and marketing design. She has been awarded a 2021 Gold Stevie Award for Chief Happiness Officer of the Year. Her firm's publications enhance credibility and distinction. This year SPARK Publications celebrates 24 successful years in business! Fabi shares with us her lessons learned to help create the best you can be to strongly serve your role and purpose. In this episode you will learn: The kinds of custom magazines that Fabi's company created for businesses How physical products breaks through all of these digital clutter About the Fabulous F Words of Business Ownership (her book) How referrals helped Fabi's business as they never had a sales team or salesperson for 24 years You can find Fabi at: https://fabipreslar.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabipreslar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabipreslar/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FabiPreslar A little about me: I began my career as a teacher, was a corporate trainer for many years, and then found my niche training & supporting business owners, entrepreneurs & sales professionals to network at a world-class level. My passion is working with motivated people, who are coachable and who want to build their businesses through relationship marketing and networking (online & offline). I help my clients create retention strategies, grow through referrals, and create loyal customers by staying connected. In appreciation for being here, I have a couple of gifts for you. A LinkedIn Checklist for setting up your fully optimized Profile: http://janiceporter.com/download-checklist.html An opportunity to test drive the Follow Up system I recommend by sending a FREE greeting card (on me): www.sendacardeverytime.com Connect with me: http://JanicePorter.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/janiceporter/ https://www.facebook.com/JanicePorterBiz https://twitter.com/janiceporter Join our Relationships Rule community on FB here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/relationshipsrule/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave us an iTunes review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Today we are joined by Chris Martinez. An entrepreneur, speaker, author of the book “Never Wear Pants Again” and founder of DUDE agency… a company specializing in helping digital marketing agencies take on more projects and scale profitability to $5 million +.Via better people, processes, profitability & education.Chris's company has won a Gold Stevie Award from the American Business Association and a silver Stevie Award for most innovative companies with under 100 employees. I've asked him to join us here today to talk about people, processes & getting things done.90 Days To 8 Better Business Habits New Business Coach & Accountability Program For Business, Fitness & Mindset. All In One.Support the show (https://paypal.me/skillsforsuccess)

Chris Martinez is an entrepreneur, speaker, author and the Founder of DUDE Agency, a company specializing in helping digital marketing agencies with their people, processes, and education so they can take on more projects and scale profitably. An entrepreneur from a young age, Chris has been running his digital agency since 2015. Discovering the advantages of hiring web design and development professionals in Tijuana, Mexico, he quickly scaled and then started to help other agency owners grow at previously unimaginable rates. Today, DUDE works with digital agencies all over the US and Canada, providing them the perfect outsourcing solution for digital agencies. Having earned his Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from the University of California, Chris dedicated his career to creating new technology jobs in Latin America and Asia. Passionate about creating win-win scenarios, Chris' company helps digital agencies to scale through his unique process of hiring and selecting talent as they provide staff with cutting edge skills to agencies based in the US and Canada. In 2021, DUDE won a Gold Stevie Award from the American Business Association for Minority-Owned Business of the Year and a Silver Stevie Award for Most-Innovative Companies Under 100 Employees. Chris is also a sought-after speaker who spoke at events such as the prestigious Traffic and Conversion Summit in 2021. Passionate about giving back, for the last nine years, Chris has been mentoring a young man who lost his mom to breast cancer at age thirteen. A talented soccer player and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter, Chris works toward excellence, philanthropy and balance in all aspects of his life. Originally from Torrence, California, today Chris lives in Tijuana, Mexico with his wife and two dogs. "People Stay or Leave... Because of Leadership" Learn More About Chris and his Book - Click Here

"Go for what you want, even when you can't see the how." Welcome to the Be in the Room Podcast: The Podcast Exclusively for Women Who Feel Called for More. This is your weekly place to find the connection and inspiration you crave from other amazing women who understand exactly what you're going through as a high-achieving, success-driven women with goals larger than life! In this episode, meet Stacy Bahrenfuss, founder of The Truth Teachers. After building a 7-figure business at the age of 19 where she helped clients find their external home in real estate, Stacy now guides women leaders to their internal home. Known as The Truth Teacher, and visionary intuitive, Stacy is the Founder of The Truth Teachers and works privately consulting 7- and 8-figure women leaders and their teams, leading them to activate all their power and accelerate their success personally and professionally. Stacy and her Truth Teachers are on a mission to revolutionize the entire self-help industry by eliminating gurus and empowering people with the tools and framework to transform their own lives. Stacy is a 2020 winner of the Gold Stevie Award in Consumer services with 10 or less employees. ✨ What to expect: Meet Stacy Bahrenfuss, founder of The Truth Teachers. Stacy's journey from real estate to entrepreneurship helping women find their truth Going for what you WANT even when you cannot see the HOW The power of setting goals and the mindset behind making them a reality. ✨ Connect with Stacy: Website: http://thetruthteachers.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacybahrenfuss/ Private Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insideoutsuccessmethod/ ✨ Connect with Ryann: Instagram: @RyannDowdyOfficial TikTok: @RyannDowdyOfficial Free Facebook Community: Be in the Room LinkedIn: Ryann Dowdy | Be in the Room Join the Email List: Be in the Know

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The Guest⁣ Kara Goldin is a purpose-driven, inspiring entrepreneur. She is a former AOL executive and the founder of hint®, the leading lifestyle brand of naturally flavored water. Goldin created the San Francisco-based beverage company as an alternative to soda and sugary beverages. hint® has also recently launched a sunscreen spray that is oxybenzone and paraben-free and scented with fruit essence. Goldin has been named among Fortune's Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs and Forbes' 40 Women to Watch Over 40. The Huffington Post listed her as one of the six disruptors in business, alongside Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg. Her latest book, Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters, is a Wall Street Journal bestseller and is a rare opportunity to gain insights and proven advice, unlike anything you'll find in the conventional business press. Kara combines real honest stories from her life with observations that might just change how you think about your own. Further accolades include EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2017 Northern California (one of), San Francisco Business Times Most Influential Woman (one of), Fast Company Most Creative People in Business (one of), EY Winning Woman 2012, Fortune Most Innovative Women in Food & Drink 2015, the Gold Stevie Award for Female Entrepreneur of the Year, AMEX OPENforum's Women to Watch and the Marketers That Matter award for Brand Building, Small Company. ➡️ Talking Points⁣ 00:00 - Introduction04:12 - What Is Kara Goldin's Origin Story?39:51 - What Made Kara Successful?43:35 - Why Did Kara Choose Her Book Name Undaunted?54:13 - How Did Kara Manage To Start A Flavored Water Company?01:01:26 - Which People Are Supposed To Read The Book Of Kara?01:07:15 - What Was The Biggest Challenge In Kara's Life?01:08:35 - Who Is Kara's Mentor?01:09:32 - Kara's Podcast Or Book Recommendation.01:12:30 - Kara's Advice For Young Entrepreneurs.01:13:17 - What Does Success Mean To Kara? ➡️ Show Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ https://twitter.com/karagoldin https://karagoldin.com/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Factor https://go.factor75.com/plans (Code: Success120)Hubspot https://hubspot.comShopify https://shopify.com (Code: Successstory)Indeed https://Indeed.com/successstory

Adrian Tobey is a foundr of a multi-award winning tech start up and great story to share. Adrian Tobey has been featured on WP Builds, Authority Magazine, WP Founders, MixErgy, WPTonic, Atarim Summit, WPMayor, WP Watercooler, LMScast, WP Plugins A-Z, Automation Rehab, Mastermind.fm, Trailblazer, How I Built It, and many more! As the son of entrepreneurs, he credits his parents for giving him the thirst of entrepreneurship. His parents deployed an Internet marketing training business way back in 2001. Adrian tagged along to those training sessions and learned quite a bit about marketing during his formative years. By the age of 16, he worked as an assistant trainer in some of the marketing sessions. And when he wasn't training people on how to succeed, he built WordPress sites and integrated CRMs. At 18, he became an InfusionSoft Certified Partner and Certified Trainer. He used that skill set to produce hundreds of sales funnels for his parents' clients. It was during that time that he also built and monetized his first WordPress plugin: Formlift.net. It still sells “form styling” to more than 1,000 InfusionSoft (now Keap) customers. At the age of 21, he dropped out of University to launch his own venture in 2018: Groundhogg. The Groundhogg plugin is a CRM (customer relationship management) and marketing automation tool built for WordPress websites. Groundhogg currently serves 2700 customers world-wide and has won numerous awards including: 2020 Gold Stevie Award for Tech Start Up of the Year 2021 Gold Stevie Award for Sales & Customer Service in CRM small business suite category 2021 Nominee for Young Entrepreneur of the Year Canadian SME National Business Award 2021 Nominee for Small Business of the Year Canadian SME National Business Award Connect With Adrian Tobey: https://adriantobey.com/ https://trainingbusinesspros.com/ https://formlift.net/ https://www.groundhogg.io/ What is Journey with Christian D Evans Podcast and Why is Everyone Talking About it? __________ Get Mentored by Christian D Evans: www.christiandevans.com __________ You've probably heard about Journey with Christian D Evans Podcast by now. It seems like everyone is talking about it. So what exactly is Christian D Evans Podcast? And is it even worth the hype? Well friends, I'm answering all of your questions in this Podcast Section. I'm going to tell you everything you need to know about Journey with Christian D Evans Podcast, so be sure to check it out! __________ RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: How to GAIN a positively Unfair Advantage to become a TOP EARNER as a Side Hustler & Business Owner over the next 90 days!: https://www.todaysidegig.com/side-hustle1602595337044 __________ BUSINESS/SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS: “How to impact the world as a Missionary? Ben & Colette Interview”: https://youtu.be/glfpJpL2oaA Are Your Limiting Beliefs Stopping You from Achieving Your Goals?”: https://youtu.be/ZnNiZGU5YoA “How To Unleash your Potential with Carol Edwards”: https://youtu.be/ZfrIySHr2jA __________ CONNECT WITH ME: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evansandfamily/ Journey with Christian Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5BecmOVFSTLB1J08P3INSB?si=rUDkdD4EQ4yGyi9baaKwbQ #adriantobey #christiandevans #journeywithchristiandevans #groundhogg.io #marketingskills #youngentrepreneur

Brian Murray is the Co-Founder and Key Principal of Open Door Capital, a real estate investment firm founded by Brandon Turner that helps clients achieve superior returns through the acquisition of value-add mobile home parks and apartment communities. Brian is also the founder and CEO of Washington Street Properties, a commercial real estate investment company that has been ranked on the Inc. 500|5000 list of the nation's fastest-growing private companies for five years. In 2015 Brian's achievements were recognized nationally when he was presented with a Gold Stevie Award for Executive of the Year in the Real Estate Industry. He is author of the bestselling and award-winning book Crushing It in Apartments and Commercial Real Estate. He is also the co-author of The Multifamily Millionaire, a two-volume set which is now available on BiggerPockets.com and Amazon.com

Natalie is one of the founders of the Rising Tide Society—a community of 77,000 creative entrepreneurs who gather in over 400 cities around the world. She took a hashtag (#communityovercompetition) and turned it into a movement that now spans the globe. Today, Natalie is dedicated to cultivating community and raising the tide for all. She inspires audiences to think differently about our culture comparison and adopt a mindset of abundance and camaraderie. Her first book, Built to Belong: Discovering the Power of Community Over Competition will hit shelves in August 2021 with Hachette Book Group. Her role as Head of Community for HoneyBook also extends into project managing Public Relations initiatives that have earned them placement in publications like: The New Yorker, NPR, Fortune, Forbes, and more. Her campaign to demonstrate gender pay inequality in the small business sector earned them a Gold Stevie Award from the American Business Awards and placement as a finalist for PR Daily's 2018 Corporate Social Responsibility Awards. Amazon or other book sellers - "Built to Belong" NatalieFranke.com/book --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today on Extraordinary Women Radio, I am happy to introduce you to Jessica Zweig, author of BE. A No-Bullsh*t Guide to Increasing Your Self Worth and Net Worth by Simply Being Yourself In this Episode: Jessica’s journey—the shift from sufferings, abusive romantic relationships, and debt to wins & victories! Jessica’s pathway back to her spirituality Integrating the Divine Feminine energies in Jessica’s ways of operating as a CEO Learn more about her book: BE. A No-Bullsh*t Guide to Increasing Your Self Worth and Net Worth by Simply Being Yourself The story behind her company SimplyBe. and how they are more than just a personal branding agency The ‘Four Brand Pillars’ and how to achieve clarity without sacrificing depth in your personal branding Why ‘content is NO longer king’ and why service & generosity is the best strategy Jessica Zweig is the CEO and founder of the SimplyBe. agency, a personal branding company that helps millions of people worldwide. She's been named one of 2020's Most Notable Entrepreneurs by Crain's, a Personal Branding Expert by Forbes, a Top Digital Marketer to Watch by Inc., and the 2018 recipient of the international Gold Stevie® Award for Female Entrepreneur of The Year. She's been featured on FOX, ABC, NBC, Thrive Global, Business Insider, and more as an expert on how an authentic personal brand is a key to a more successful career. “YOU are your most precious asset.” —Jessica Zweig Discover more about Jessica's works and passion on her website Jessica Zweig. You can also follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Let’s meet Jessica Zweig! Jessica Zweig Show Notes

In this episode, you will learn: • Brian’s brief bio • Why Brian shifted from teaching to investing in real estate • About Brian’s book • Brian’s lines of horizontal income • What Brian’s diet looks like • Brian’s life happiness index score and giving back ratio • Brian’s biggest goals in the next twelve months • Some of the past and future greatest hits in Brian’s life • The most useful thing that Brian learned from his parents • Plus, so much more! Brian Murray acquired his first investment property in 2007. Without raising any outside capital, Brian bootstrapped his way from newbie investor to founder and CEO of Washington Street Properties, a commercial real estate investment and property management company that has been ranked on the Inc. 500|5000 list of the nation's fastest-growing private companies for five years. In 2015, Brian was recognized with a Gold Stevie Award for Executive of the Year in the Real Estate Industry. Brian Murray is also the Key Principal and Asset Manager for Open Door Capital, a real estate investment firm founded by Brandon Turner that helps clients achieve superior risk-adjusted returns through the acquisition of value-add manufactured housing communities nationwide. The Open Door Capital Fund includes a diversified portfolio of manufactured housing communities and is financed by accredited investors seeking a combination of strong cash flow and equity growth. Brian Murray is author of the bestselling and award-winning book Crushing It in Apartments and Commercial Real Estate, which has sold more than 70,000 copies and garnered positive reviews from Publishers Weekly, Foreword Reviews, and BlueInk Review. In addition to his endeavors in writing and real estate, Brian Murray has worked as a teacher, technology executive, management consultant, and engineer. His media appearances include interviews on CNN, PBS, and CBS MarketWatch. Brian has been quoted by the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, and dozens of other major newspapers around the world. He holds degrees from Syracuse University, Johns Hopkins University, and the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia.

Episode #29: What are the five major financial components that we need to focus on? Why is it so important to find out what the purpose of money is for? What do I need a money mentor for? These questions and so much more are answered in this compelling podcast. Join us on this journey, you will be happy you did!Bio:Author, speaker, thought leader, and money educator, Ande Frazier has made it her mission to break down the emotional, behavioral and societal barriers that stand between women and strong financial foundations.She regularly appears on top national media outlets to speak about topics at the intersection of women and finance, and she has been named one of the “Top 100 in Finance” in 2019 and “Top 50 Women of 2019” by Top 100 Magazine, as well as one of Bristol's “Who's Who Among Distinguished Professionals and Executives.” In addition, she is a Gold Stevie Award winner for Female Executive of the Year for 2019.Her book Fin(anci)lly Free! 11 Conversations to Have with Yourself about Life, Money and Worth, published by Forbes Books is available on Amazon, as well as other online book sellers now.Contact Ande:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInTwitter

Clint Salter is an award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, and successful business development strategist. He is the Founder and CEO of Dance Studio Owners Association, the largest community of dance studio owners across the globe. Clint has helped over 34,000 dance studio owners grow their businesses, and his impact reaches over 800,000 children every week. Due to his success as an entrepreneur, Clint won the Gold Stevie Award in 2020 for Online Training. He was also named a finalist in the NSW Export Awards in 2019 and was recognized as Anthill Magazine’s 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur in 2009.  In this episode… Do you want to build a committed and engaged community of like-minded entrepreneurs? Are you looking for tested methods to help you create a successful association? If so, this episode of The Marketing On Demand Show is for you. By the age of 28, Clint Salter founded and sold three different companies, earning him the title of the youngest Senior Celebrity Agent in Australia. Today, Clint owns a worldwide organization for dance studio owners—and he’s here to share his most effective entrepreneurial and marketing strategies with you.  In this episode of The Marketing On Demand Show, Chad Evan Collins sits down with Clint Salter, the Founder and CEO of Dance Studio Owners Association, to discuss Clint’s experience building a powerful association. Listen in as Clint reveals his expert tips for constructing a successful community, keeping association members engaged, and creating exciting virtual live events. Stay tuned!

Matt attended Utah State University to earn his bachelor's degree in Business Administration and minored in Marketing. He currently works as the Employee Experience Manager at Malouf. He oversees the collection and use of all employee feedback for over 500 employees. He leads the deployment of employee-happiness programs and evaluates initiative impacts. Matt was a recipient of the 2020 Utah Business HR professional of the year award, and has been instrumental in securing Malouf as a seven-time nationally ranked best place to work. Matt is currently authoring a review management book and has consulted many organizations in various industries. His feedback management methodologies have been nationally recognized with a 2019 Gold Stevie Award. Follow Matt's YouTube channel and connect with him on LinkedIn to learn more! In this episode we look at the role networking played in Matt's journey to becoming a Employee Experience Manager. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZxwKrpIbB7kVY_YAeNPZOw?view_as=subscriber LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mattrvance

Bios Mike Alkire Michael J. Alkire (@AlkirePremier) is the President at Premier, the largest global supply chain, healthcare technology company in the U.S, that helps hospitals and health systems provide higher quality patient care at a better cost. In addition to leading the integration of the company’s clinical, financial, supply chain and operational performance offerings, Alkire also oversees the quality, safety, labor and supply chain technology solutions. An influential figure in America’s efforts to address drug shortages and infuse data-enabled technology solutions into the U.S. healthcare system, Alkire has been consulted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, FEMA, congressional lawmakers, Wall Street investors and private sector industry leaders on how to stabilize the medical and pharmaceutical supply chain during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to offering his expertise in the media, he shares perspectives via his podcast, InsideOut, through discussions with insiders in healthcare. With an eye on equipping the nation’s hospitals and health systems with the clinical, financial, supply chain and operational performance improvement offerings they need to provide quality care at efficient costs, Alkire oversees Premier’s quality, safety, labor and supply chain technology apps and data-driven collaboratives including Premier’s comparative database, one of the nation’s largest outcomes databases. Alkire also led Premier’s efforts to address public health and safety issues from the nationwide drug shortage problem, testifying before the U.S. House of Representatives regarding Premier research on shortages and gray market price gouging. This work contributed to the president and Congress taking action to investigate and correct the problem, resulting in two pieces of bipartisan legislation. Alkire is a past board member of GHX and the Healthcare Supply Chain Association. He recently was named one of the Top 25 COOs in Healthcare for 2018 by Modern Healthcare. In 2015, Alkire won the Gold Stevie Award for Executive of the Year and in 2014 he was recognized as a Gold Award Winner for COO of the Year by the Golden Bridge Awards. He has more than 20 years of experience in running business operations and business development organizations at Deloitte & Touche and Cap Gemini Ernst & Young. Before joining Premier, he served in a number of leadership roles at Cap Gemini, including North American responsibilities for supply chain and high-tech manufacturing. Alkire graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science from Indiana State University and a MBA from Indiana University. Jonathan Slotkin MD, FAANS Jonathan Slotkin leads clinical strategy, innovation and operations for Contigo Health by partnering with health systems and employers to deliver the highest quality care at a fair price. He works to support the development of novel products and implementation approaches that always aim for clinical excellence, patient satisfaction and value. Slotkin is a neurosurgeon and scientist who has led prominent care delivery reengineering and digital transformation initiatives centered around patients. He has partnered with some of the nation’s largest employers to help them reimagine the care of their associates. Slotkin believes higher quality care will always be the most cost-effective care in the end and that innovative employers and providers working together is the most powerful force we have to fix the U.S. healthcare system. He maintains a clinical practice caring for patients directly at Geisinger where he is associate chief medical informatics officer and Vice Chair of neurosurgery.  Resources Scott Weingarten, Jonathan Slotkin & Mike Alkire, Building A Real-Time Covid-19 Early-Warning System, Harvard Business Review, 2020, https://hbr.org/2020/06/building-a-real-time-covid-19-early-warning-system (last visited Aug 3, 2020).   Lisa Woods, Jonathan R. Slotkin & M. Ruth Coleman, How Employers are Fixing Healthcare, Harvard Business Review, 2019, https://hbr.org/cover-story/2019/03/how-employers-are-fixing-health-care (last visited Aug 3, 2020).   Jonathan R. Slotkin, Karen Murphy & Jaewon Ryu, How One Health System is Transforming in Response to COVID-19, Harvard Business Review, 2020, https://hbr.org/2020/06/how-one-health-system-is-transforming-in-response-to-covid-19 (last visited Aug 3, 2020).  

Ray is a second-generation direct-sales entrepreneur. He followed his parents' example of combining strong family values with the fervent belief that anyone can achieve their dreams through hard work and determination. With a degree in International Business, Ray co-founded ALCORA GROUP and now guides MONAT's success as CEO. As Co-Founder and CEO of MONAT Global, Ray has led MONAT from humble beginnings in a small Miami, FL warehouse to a multi-million-dollar global beauty brand in just a few short years. A native of Venezuela, Ray immigrated to the United States with his wife Carolina in 2000 with only $800 in his pocket. Following stints at Sears and as a door-to-door salesman, Ray founded Alcora Corporation, which would later become the parent company of his most successful venture to date: MONAT. A second-generation direct sales entrepreneur, Ray found his love for the industry at a young age after seeing the impact it had on his family. He found inspiration for MONAT when he recognized a lack of awareness that your hair ages and that scalp care is just as important as skincare. As he dug into the multi-billion-dollar haircare industry, he made two key discoveries. There were no direct selling companies focused on haircare as their signature product line; and there were no haircare products focused on healthy aging. Ray saw an opportunity to disrupt both the beauty and the direct selling industries in a major way, and in 2014, he officially launched MONAT as a direct selling, healthy-aging haircare company – the first of its kind. Under his leadership, MONAT has grown at a lightening pace, expanding into multiple international markets and, in 2019, launching a second product category: MONAT Skincare. With Ray at the helm, MONAT has grown into a global beauty brand with hundreds of millions in annual revenue, more than 400 corporate employees, and an independent sales force, known as Market Partners, of over 200,000. The company has also revolutionized the direct selling model, introducing the social selling model that brings the direct sales model of yesteryear into the 21st century. During his tenure, MONAT has accomplished a number of key strategic initiatives, including the launch of MONAT Gratitude, the company's philanthropic initiative focused on impacting families, children and education, and encouraging Market Partners to do the same in their communities. Ray has received a number of awards and recognitions including a Gold Stevie Award for Entrepreneur of the Year in 2019 and a spot on South Florida Business Journal's List of Power Leaders for 2020. He earned a degree in International Business from Florida International University.

Episode 2: Hear an amazing story of humble beginnings to running one of the largest IMOs in the 403B space. Terry Kennedy gives some amazing nuggets that you won't want to miss. Learn how to build a team of leaders to support your vision and achieve all the financial dreams you have.Terry Kennedy is the CEO of Appreciation Financial, a full-service national financial powerhouse with headquarters in Las Vegas and an Inc. 5000 company for the past two years. Kennedy received the 2020 & 2019 Gold American Business Awards Stevie Award® for Entrepreneur of the Year-Financial Services and was a Finalist for Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2019. Appreciation Financial received the Gold Stevie Award for “Company of the Year-Financial Services-Medium” and was also named one of the “Best Entrepreneurial Companies in America” by Entrepreneur Magazine’s 360™ list, among other awards.Kennedy resides in Henderson with his wife, Amanda, and their four daughters.Contact Terry:Website: www.appreciationfinancial.comEmail: terrykennedy@appreciationfinancial.com

Agiloft CEO and founder, Colin Earl joins me on Tech Talks Daily. The software industry veteran has over 25 years of experience as a developer, product manager, and CIO. Colin worked at IBM, General Electric, and three start-ups before founding Agiloft in 1991. Colin also won a Gold Stevie® Award for "Entrepreneur of the Year" in the 2018 American Business Awards. Colin's vision was to accelerate the building and deployment of enterprise business applications by removing the need for manual coding. Under his leadership, Agiloft has achieved this goal, creating a market segment for agile business software. Over three million users at organizations ranging from small enterprises to U.S. government agencies and Fortune 100 companies depend on Agiloft's top-rated product suites for Contract Management Software, Service Desk, and Custom Workflow. Gartner, Inc. also recently announced the results of its first-ever Magic Quadrant for Contract Life Cycle Management* solutions. In an analysis of the top 12 vendors and their performance, Agiloft was named a CLM solution Leader. However, I wanted to learn more about their newest product release that includes out-of-the-box A.I. tools and custom A.I. functionality for contract management. Colin shares how they are helping customers to create completely custom A.I. capabilities on its no-code platform to drive efficiency, visibility, and security in commercial processes. We also discuss the open A.I. Engine for advanced contract management automation and how Agiloft is the only no-code contract management platform today that provides open A.I. capabilities.

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Lora Haddock DiCarlo is the Founder and CEO of Lora DiCarlo, a woman-run sexual wellness tech company. Lora is the inventor of Ose, a sex-tech device that holds nine pending patents in micro-robotics. She has won several accolades, including a Gold Stevie Award for Executive of the Year, and was a Consumer Electronics Show Honoree for the Robotics and Drones category in 2019. In addition to her career as an inventor and entrepreneur, Lora is also an internationally sought-after speaker and serves as a board member of the Technology Association of Oregon.   Lora joins me today to share her experiences as an entrepreneur. She explains what inspired her to create a sex-tech product. She illustrates how she pivoted from medical school to pursue her product idea and eventually build a health and wellness company around it. She describes how her company experienced gender bias in the tech industry and how the company won a Consumer Electronics Show Innovation Award. She also discusses the impacts of building strong company values as well as highlights the power of making value-driven decisions.       “Be a purpose-driven company, not just profit-focused. The profits will come as long as you’re making socially-conscientious decisions.” - Lora DiCarlo       Today on When She Founded:   Lora’s experiences with COVID-19 and undergoing quarantine The life-changing experience that inspired the Lora DiCarlo company Why Lora transitioned from medical school to entrepreneurship How Lora gathered data and created a concept for her sex-tech product Why Lora started working as an assistant to CEOs and why she sought the advice of entrepreneurs The number one hurdle that prevented Lora from launching her company The difference between a sex-tech product and a sex toy How the Lora DiCarlo company clashed against, and overcame, gender bias in the tech industry and reshaped the Consumer Electronics Show The power of being a mission and values-driven company How the Lora DiCarlo company is responding to the coronavirus pandemic     Connect with Lora Haddock DiCarlo:   Lora DiCarlo Lora DiCarlo on Instagram Lora DiCarlo on Twitter Lora DiCarlo on Facebook Lora Haddock DiCarlo Lora Haddock DiCarlo on Instagram Lora Haddock DiCarlo on Twitter Lora Haddock DiCarlo on LinkedIn         Subscribe, Rate & Share Your Favorite Episodes!   Thanks for tuning into today’s episode of When She Founded with your host, Somer Hamrick. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts to subscribe and leave a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, connect with Somer on LinkedIn, and share your favorite episodes across social media.

That’s a wrap on another season of the SimplyBe. Podcast! We’re ending things during a period of profound uncertainty, so we want to offer a compilation of some of the most uplifting moments and conversations to help you rise above fear and navigate these choppy waters with love and light. Conversations with Shaman Durek, Alicia Lisowski, Nadine Artemis, Tanya Khani, Sahara Rose, and Shelley Paxton challenge us to reflect and open our hearts. Stay well and we’ll see you back for Season 3! * [01:03] - Seeing through the static of fear * [05:53] - Listener review of the week * [06:48] - What does SimplyBe. mean to these season two guests? * [08:44] - Nadine Artemis ( https://www.instagram.com/livinglibations/ ) * [09:31] - Shaman Durek ( https://shamandurek.com/ ) * [10:11] - Sahara Rose ( https://www.iamsahararose.com/about-sahara ) * [10:42] - Tanya Khani ( https://www.instagram.com/soulful_publicist/ ) * [10:56] - Shelley Paxton ( https://soulbbatical.com/ ) * [11:31] - Alicia Lisowski ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicialisowski/ ) Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“It's hard to stay in the light. It's hard to see the silver lining on a day to day level, mentally speaking. But when I tune in and get really still and listen to my heart and I listen to the intuitive nature of my soul, I know that this is such an incredible awakening for all of us.” – Jessica Zweig For many of us, it’s been increasingly difficult to find the light amidst the outbreak of Covid-19. But, we still have each other and as the saying goes… when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. Yes we’re quarantined, but did you know that internet usage has increased across the board with people staying in doors? This is an opportunity to really reflect on your brand and find new ways to connect. In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing three tips to accelerate your business during these dark times. Don’t forget to sign up for tonight’s webinar to go in even greater depth. Stay tuned for more information on SimplyBe. Agency’s new E-cellerator Course ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/join ). * [01:03] - Grappling with the megashift on reality * [03:45] - Personal talk therapy * [06:40] - Rise up and be in service * [08:51] - How to Stay Relevant Online and Stabilize Your Business ( https://jessicazweig.lpages.co/simplybe-relevant/ ) * [09:56] - Web statistics * [11:57] - Accelerate your brand online right now * [12:08] - Your brand identity * [14:23] - Position yourself as an expert * [17:01] - Social media marketing * [21:13] - The SimplyBe E-cellerator online course ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/join ) Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

Shelley Paxton wore her job as Chief Marketing Officer of Harley Davidson as a badge of honor. But after a painful divorce and increasing disenchantment with the corporate life, she faced a challenging awakening that would change her life forever. This week on The SimplyBe. Podcast, Shelley is talking to Jessica about her new passion: liberating souls through her website Soulbbatical ( https://soulbbatical.com/ ). She also has an amazing new book of the same name. Jessica and Shelley talk about being the Chief Soul Officer of your own life and why authenticity is the greatest act of rebellion. Tune in and get inspired! * [03:17] - How to Stay Relevant Online and Stabilize Your Business ( https://jessicazweig.lpages.co/simplybe-relevant/ ) * [04:52] - Win a free one-on-one coaching session with Jessica * [09:39] - Who is Shelley Paxton? * [11:50] - Excerpt from Soulbbatical ( http://bit.ly/Soulbbatical ) * [14:13] - "Getting Woke" * [21:22] - Walking away from it all * [26:15] - Busting through the Brules * [32:04] - Chief Soul Officer * [36:25] - Getting a book deal * [45:12] - Coaching rebel leaders * [48:05] - The SOUL framework * [52:40] - Equine integrative coaching * [55:16] - What does SimplyBe mean to Shelley? * [57:35] - "4 Myths About Finding Your Life’s Purpose" ( https://thriveglobal.com/stories/myths-finding-your-purpose/ ) Shelley Paxton is a corporate refugee turned author, speaker, and transformational coach. She spent 26 years as a highly regarded marketing and advertising executive stewarding some of the world’s most iconic brands, including Harley-Davidson, Visa, McDonald’s, and AOL. In 2016, she left the corporate world to become Chief Soul Officer of her life and, ultimately, her own company. Shelley launched Soulbbatical ( https://soulbbatical.com/ ) with the mission to liberate the souls of leaders and organizations by inspiring them to realize their greatest purpose, possibility, and impact in the world. Her first book, Soulbbatical: A Corporate Rebel's Guide To Finding Your Best Life ( http://bit.ly/Soulbbatical ) , is out now. Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

  Subscribe to Modern Selling on the App of Your Choice! The COVID-19 outbreak has many sales leaders scrambling to create or find virtual sales training that works. In one sense, that’s entirely understandable. As the virus spreads, more and more sales training companies are having to cancel scheduled training events and companies are requiring their sales teams to work from home. Moving forward, methods of training that do not require in-person attendance are needed. But in another sense, I’m left shaking my head. This is 2020—it seems to me that most companies should have already had some form of virtual sales training in place. We at Vengreso have already created and implemented our own virtual instructor-led sales training program, focused on helping those who prospect via social media to do it in a modern and effective way.  We’ve seen incredible results from what we’ve created because we’ve integrated neuroscience and modern learning principles into our curriculum. On this episode, my guest Kurt Shaver (one of my co-founders at Vengreso) helps me unpack the principles that go into a powerful virtual sales training course to help you equip your sales team no matter the circumstances. This episode is sponsored by XANT, the enterprise leader in sales engagement. Xant has authored the Definitive Guide to Sales Cadence. Get your copy at www.SalesCadenceGuide.com Hands-Down, Virtual Sales Training Is More Effective Than In-Person Events Recent studies diving into the effectiveness of group training events reveal details that are both alarming and vitally important when developing any kind of training. A study by Gartner reveals that as a result of live group training events, participants lose 70% of what they’ve learned within six days and 87% within six weeks. That’s a very poor ROI in my book. Comparatively, the Harvard Business Review reports the opposite impact of virtual sales training: through virtual means of training, 80% of the information is retained after 60 days when a technique known as “spacing” is utilized. Interestingly, the utilization of spacing is ONLY possible in an online training environment.  We’ll unpack what spacing is in a moment, but to our point here—the difference between in-person group training and online/virtual training for your sales team could be significant when it comes to retention and effectiveness. If You Intend To Build Your Own Digital Sales Training, Take It Seriously During our conversation on this episode of #ModernSelling, Kurt makes a great point by referring to the effort and time required to learn a language. You don’t simply cram to learn the grammar and vocabulary of a foreign language and suddenly become fluent. It takes time—and that's time spent while immersed in the practice and use of the language. That's because practice makes perfect. Kurt’s point? The same is true for the creation and development of your digital sales training materials. You must ensure that what you’re creating will contain the right concepts and information AND be effective. For instance, our program took over 10,000 combined man-hours to compile, record, refine, and publish. The results - we received the Gold Stevie Award in 2020 for the best sales training program for the second consecutive year. So, don’t think you can slap something together quickly or easily. It requires funds and personnel to tackle a training project of this magnitude. If You're Going To Invest In Building Your Own Virtual Training, Do This! If you’re willing to put in the 10,000+ hours and financial resources to build a truly effective virtual sales training course for your team, good for you! But you’ll need to ensure effectiveness. How do you do that?  Certainly not with a powerpoint presentation and droning narration. In this episode we cover the following seven science-backed components to an effective online training. Include Gamification Implement Chunking and Spacing Promote Deliberate Practice Integrate plenty of Repetition into your course Use the power of Video to keep students engaged Include periodic exercises to Test Knowledge Supplement everything with Personal Coaching (group or one on one) Kurt and I define all of these in our conversation and explain why we prefer a group coaching approach to a one-on-one coaching approach, so be sure you listen! If You Can’t Build Your Own Online Sales Training, What Alternatives Exist? You may feel like you have neither the expertise nor the interest in investing in the creation of your own virtual sales training. That’s OK, there is no need to reinvent that wheel, especially if you’re only looking for a short-term solution while employees are working from home because of the restrictions forced by COVID-19. Our program—Selling with LinkedIn® —is one example of the types of resources that are available. You'll find others available online as well. But, be sure you're getting a course that's designed with those seven principles of effective learning. Our course includes them by design. Whatever you decide, ensure that your training dollars are being invested wisely. Listen to learn more about what we recommend and share the show with a colleague who is sitting at home trying to sell in the new normal! This episode is sponsored by XANT, the enterprise leader in sales engagement. Xant has authored the Definitive Guide to Sales Cadence. Get your copy at www.SalesCadenceGuide.com Outline of This Episode [2:13] Kurt’s career sales story [5:27] The current demand and need for virtual sales training [12:20] Critical components to any sales training, but especially online sales training [14:54] Two elements of modern sales training — the carrot and the stick [21:54] A powerful benefit offered by virtual sales training [29:51] The power and importance of incorporating videos [33:50] Coaching is the missing element in many sales training programs Resources Mentioned Connect with Kurt Shaver on LinkedIn Follow Kurt on Twitter: @kurtshaver Salesloft Outreach ARTICLE: 7 Proven Neuroscience Benefits of Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) For Sales Teams Kurt Shaver’s all-time favorite movie: Moonrise Kingdom Modern Marketing Engine Podcast - Bernie Borges Connect with Mario! www.vengreso.com On Facebook On Twitter On YouTube On LinkedIn Subscribe to Modern Selling on the App of Your Choice!

Covid-19 is all over the news. But here is what you need to keep in mind: The sky is not falling. The sky is clearing. That’s right. Amidst all the craziness happening right now, you can choose a different path to protect your mental health and your business. This week on SimplyBe. Jessica is talking about seven things you can do right now to weather a once-in-a-century pandemic to ensure your business is still thriving when we reach the light at the end of the tunnel. If you need more ideas on keeping your momentum in light of Covid-19, join Jessica for a free webinar on Tuesday, March 24 where she’ll teach you how to keep a crystal clear brand amidst the chaos. * [01:13] - Entering a new realm of consciousness * [04:58] - How to Stay In the Light on IGTV * [06:26] - How to Sustain Your Business In Trying Times webinar ( https://jessicazweig.lpages.co/simplybe-relevant/ ) * [07:07] - The SimplyBe VIBe program ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast ) * [07:53] - Seven ways to shift your business model in light of COVID-19 * [08:14] - Invest in your current clients * [11:14] - Invest in yourself * [13:52] - Google yourself * [17:01] - Grow authority on LinkedIn * [18:20] - Grow and sustain your community on Instagram * [19:54] - Find new ways to diversify your products and services * [22:22] - Create an online course Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“The strength that you get from that experience is actually what prepares you for your Dharma. So you don't want to skip past it. A lot of people are like, what's my soul's purpose? What's my Dharma? I just want to know now. And it's that journey of, for me, being able to be so strong in who I am and what I believe in.” – Sahara Rose Everyone is put on earth straight into the microcosm of the issues they are meant to solve. This journey is your Dharma and puts you on the path toward finding your true purpose. Sahara Rose knows this intimately. Sahara had to go through the painful process of being disowned by her family in order to break the cycle of pain and trauma. This week on the SimplyBe. Podcast, Sahara shares her story of breaking free. She also talks to Jessica about how she brings feminine practices and rituals into her business, as well as a discussion on how the goddesses change within us. * [02:04] - The power of Instagram * [05:05] - Listener review of the week * [06:07] - The SimplyBe. VIBe program ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast ) * [09:00] - The sacred technology of feminine anatomy * [10:24] - Sahara's journey of spiritual awakening * [21:36] - Letter channeling * [24:23] - Being an evolving brand * [32:36] - Tips for branding and business growth * [40:34] - Rose Gold Goddesses ( https://rosegoldgoddesses.com/ ) * [43:12] - Bringing femininity into entrepreneurship * [50:37] - Goddesses shifting within us * [56:45] - What does SimplyBe. mean to Sahara? Sahara Rose ( https://www.iamsahararose.com/about-sahara ) is an ancient soul in a modern body. She is a 3x best-selling author and host of the Highest Self Podcast, the #1 spirituality podcast on iTunes with over 16 million downloads. She has been called “a leading voice for the millennial generation into the new paradigm shift” by Deepak Chopra, who wrote the foreword of her books. She is also on faculty at Chopra Global. Sahara is a keynote speaker, speaking on stages at Google and Facebook Headquarters, as well as being featured as the nutrition speaker for Michelle Obama's Let's Move Campaign at Harvard Medical School and in Vogue, Forbes, NBC and more. Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

Ande has made it her mission to break down the emotional, behavioral and societal barriers that stand between women and strong financial foundations. Early in her more than 25 year career she rejected traditional planning methods that didn’t account for how emotions factor into financial decision making. Wanting to do things differently, she developed an expertise in behavioral finance. In the years to follow, she saw again and again that conventional wisdom about women and money was flawed: It’s not women’s finances that determine their self-worth. It’s women’s sense of self-worth that determines their finances. And like that, a new philosophy was born. In late 2018, Ande launched myWorth, a media community that’s inspiring a financial awakening among women who are eager to take control of their financial journeys. She built myWorth on two core beliefs: Traditional approaches to speaking to women about money are broken. And conversations about money must align directly with women’s personal values and goals. Ande rose to the top of the primarily male-dominated insurance world as the former head of a multi-million-dollar fintech company and VP at Penn Mutual. She is now widely recognized as a driving force in the financial community, holding multiple finance and insurance designations including a CFP®, CLU, ChFC, RICP, BFATM and ChSNC. She regularly appears on top national media outlets to speak about topics at the intersection of women and finance And she has been named one of the “Top 100 in Finance” in 2019 and “Top 50 Women of 2019” by Top 100 Magazine, as well as one of Bristol’s “Who’s Who Among Distinguished Professionals and Executives.” In addition, she is a Gold Stevie Award winner for Female Executive of the Year (Consumer Services 10 employees or less) for 2019. Her book Financially Free: 11 Conversations To Have With Yourself About Life, Money, And Worth was released on March 10, 2020. Ande lives in New York and is married with two children. For more information about Ande, go www.andefrazier.com.

“If you believe that the riches are in the niches, which by the way they are, groups are a great place to play because you can cultivate a really powerful engaged audience without the bombardment of ads or anything else going on in the feed.” – Jessica Zweig You know you need to be on social media to grow your business, but which networks are right for you? Jessica knows a thing or two about growing an engaged following on all the major social media networks. In this week’s solo episode, Jessica breaks down each of the big networks and offers recommendations on how to use them effectively. Listen in to find out which network is going to be bigger than Youtube and to learn why LinkedIn is Jessica’s secret weapon. * [02:14] - Good habits for a healthy March * [06:11] - The Glorious Woman Festival ( https://www.universe.com/events/the-glorious-woman-festival-an-international-womens-day-celebration-tickets-miami-LDST21 ) * [09:23] - All things social media * [18:52] - The power of the private Facebook group * [20:18] - Listening and reciprocity on Twitter * [22:14] - Building community with Instagram * [23:36] - Demonstrate authority on LinkedIn Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“Fully own who you are. Be bold in your expression and live a life of authenticity by not looking good.” – Tanya Khani You’ve created a winning brand concept, now it’s time to get your name out there. Public relations is crucial to any business strategy, but oftentimes, small businesses don’t have the means to hire someone to get that coverage. Tanya Khani is the Soulful Publicist, a public relations professional who works with spiritual and wellness brands. She stopped by The SimplyBe. Podcast for a crash course in PR. Listen in as Tanya shares tips on crafting the right message, researching journalists who cover your beat, and the differences between the three main types of media: earned, owned, and paid. After this episode, you’ll be ready to start pitching! * [02:05] - Mercury retrograde * [03:12] - Choosing a book cover * [05:31] - Listener review of the week * [11:06] - Who is Tanya Khani? * [16:30] - Product education at Lululemon * [19:50] - A sign from the stars * [23:24] - Soulful publicity * [26:50] - Bringing consciousness to the mainstream * [31:55] - Cutting through to the media * [41:33] - Connecting a strong personal brand with PR strategy * [45:39] - Pitching your own brand * [49:12] - Tanya's biggest win * [54:47] - Pursuing thought leadership * [59:32] - What does SimplyBe mean to Tanya? Tanya Khani is a publicist to spiritual guides and wellness thought leaders as the Soulful Publicist. She lives for telling meaningful stories of impact and change. Connect with her on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/soulful_publicist ). Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“Talk about you. You have left [a part of you] in their psyche and in their hearts. And that's what brands are meant to do. Brands are supposed to establish a relationship with their customers that make them feel something.” – Nadine Artemis We all want to live a long time and have healthy skin to boot, but many of the most common skincare and beauty products on the market are laden with chemicals and carcinogens. It’s when we get back to basics and use wholesome, natural ingredients that the magic happens. Nadine Artemis is the author of Renegade Beauty and the owner of Living Libations, a clean beauty brand. Nadine dropped in to talk to Jess about some of the biggest misconceptions people have about beauty and wellness. Check out this week’s episode as Nadine explains why we should all wear less protection and embrace the sun, why soap may be hindering more than helping, and finally, Nadine discussed what it was like to build her brand from the ground up. Listen for tips to help you transform your beauty routine. * [03:10] - It's OK to shine brightly * [06:02] - Listener review of the week * [10:33] - Falling in love with botanicals * [18:29] - Success clicks * [32:23] - Baking in the Sun * [45:27] - Ecology of the skin * [49:57] - The dental microbiome * [52:49] - Yoni health * [1:01:45] - Nadine's epic line of products * [1:15:55] - What does SimplyBe mean to Nadine? Living Libations ( https://www.livinglibations.com/ ) was created by Nadine Artemis ( https://www.instagram.com/livinglibations ) , beauty philosopher, aromacologist, and botanical muse, shaping plant-intelligence into palpable consecrations to blush senses and muse imaginations. She is also the author of Renegade Beauty and Holistic Dental Care: The Complete Guide to Healthy Teeth and Gums. Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“This is the highest, most original form of your thought leadership. This is something that you create from your brain, heart, and soul. It is your intellectual property that you drip out.” – Jessica Zweig Good branding doesn’t appear out of thin air. A well thought out strategy is the secret sauce to ensuring your branding is eye catching, authentic, and uniquely your own. Grab a pen and notebook, you’re going to want to take notes today as Jessica talks strategy. Listen as Jessica shares the four secrets to the SimplyBe. Agency’s approach to strategy for personal brands. Learn all about the Content Pyramid (and why it needs to be your Bible), as well as the differences between pinnacle and secondary content. If you need more personalized help, connect with the SimplyBe. Agency ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/contact ) or sign up for the accelerator course ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/the-simplybe-accelerator ). * [02:57] - The new SimplyBe. office * [03:42] - Bespoke ( https://bespokecre.com/ ) * [05:32] - Business development trip to New York * [09:18] - Listener review of the week * [11:27] - The SimplyBe. Content Pyramid * [14:10] - Your pinnacle piece of content * [15:17] - Secondary content * [16:33] - External outreach * [18:12] - Social media Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“I realized how many self-limiting beliefs I really had underneath all of the confidence and success and sparkle that I think a lot of people see, and a lot of what I identify with.” – Jessica Zweig SimplyBe. has had some exciting transitions over the last few weeks. But no matter how positive, transitions can often be stressful. Today, Jessica’s talking about some of the stressors she’s been up against in this vulnerable, solo episode. Even lightworkers have their dark days. When times are tough, Jessica turns to the divine through meditation, and her guides had a very clear message for her. Listen to the episode to hear the mantra that got her through her stress and learn about the four realms of consciousness so you can begin to operate from a place of love over fear. * [03:23] - Listener review of the week * [06:11] - Running from scarcity * [15:41] - Four realms of consciousness * [16:22] - Michael Bernard Beckwith ( https://michaelbeckwith.com/ ) Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“Your lifestyle choice should always be self-love for evolution.” – Shaman Durek According to Shaman Durek ( https://shamandurek.com/ ) , a sixth-generation shaman, most people only see themselves as a single-cell organism – just mind, body, and emotion. But when you let the light shine through you quickly see that you are interconnected with the rest of humanity across dimensions, time, and space. This week on the SimplyBe. Podcast, Jessica spoke with Shaman Durek about everything from the wounds all women carry to how the concept of the matrix (not the movie, it’s real!) keeps people feeling small. In this episode, Shaman Durek talks about what he does as a shaman and gives a live demonstration on Jessica. Listen to the episode — then read Shaman Durek’s book, Spirit Hacking: Shamanic Keys to Reclaim Your Personal Power, Transform Yourself, and Light Up the World , to learn how to expand your view of existence. Don’t forget to sign up for Jessica’s live Zoom call workshop, How to SimplyBe. Your Brand in 2020. Just leave a review on iTunes, take a screenshot, and DM Jessica ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) to get access. * [03:09] - How to SimplyBe your brand in 2020 * [04:53] - Who is Shaman Durek? * [07:53] - "The Void" * [11:51] - What does it mean to be a quantum creator? * [18:44] - Navigating the matrix * [24:34] - Unlocking authenticity * [31:42] - Where we are in the blackout * [35:53] - The age of narcissism * [37:51] - Becoming an activated woman * [41:59] - Masculine and feminine synergy * [54:23] - Welcome to shamanism * [1:03:42] - Pleiadian or Venusian * [1:07:50] - What does SimplyBe mean to Shaman Durek? Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“That old adage of ‘Content is King’ is no longer relevant. It's just too damn noisy. Clarity is King.” – Jessica Zweig Whether you’ve made it a New Year’s resolution or you’re just ready to see some gains, now is the perfect time to start thinking about how you’re going to grow your brand this year. On this week’s episode of the SimplyBe. Podcast, Jessica talks about how her agency’s accelerator program works and gives you five tips straight from the SimplyBe. accelerator to help you get started. Listen in to learn how to strategize, find your brand slogan, define your audience, learn from the competition, and how to go about external outreach. Get ready to take some notes so you can map out a successful 2020! * [01:29] - The SimplyBe Accelerator ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/the-simplybe-accelerator ) * [08:28] - Five things you need to do to accelerate your brand in 2020 * [08:40] - Find your slogan * [10:48] - Know who your audience is * [13:09] - Study the competition * [14:09] - Content strategy * [16:06] - External outreach * [18:47] - The SimplyBe blog ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/blog ) * [19:23] - The SimplyBe VIBe program ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast ) Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

It’s 2020 and the SimplyBe. Agency is hitting the ground running! We have so many announcements to make, we figured we’d dedicate a whole episode to explain our brand new VIB experience exclusively for our podcast listeners. Go deeper into our episodes with dedicated worksheets and courses all designed to supplement our shows. VIB is a free program so sign up now! You can also get free access to our January 30 live zoom call for our How to SimplyBe. Your Brand workshop. We’ve also completely redesigned our website and brought on a new COO. Tune in for all the details! * [01:04] - Welcome to 2020 * [01:57] - Disconnecting for the holidays * [04:12] - The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ( https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/54c906b8d746e1a151a6729d1a32b4d6 ) * [06:16] - The brand new SimplyBe. website ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ) * [07:03] - The SimplyBe. VIB program ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast ) * [10:12] - The SimplyBe. Social Impact initiative ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/social-impact ) * [11:48] - Alicia Lisowski ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/about ) * [13:11] - Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1936661845/ ) * [14:38] - How to SimplyBe. Your Brand in 2020 Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“I recommend whether you are in a relationship or not to really plug into what your vision is, what you want this to be the year of. Give it a name, give it a word, give it a theme and then plot out how you're going to get there.” - Jessica Zweig It’s the end of 2019 and of the decade! What better time to reflect on what it means to simply be. Jessica shares how she and her husband have planned out their vision for the new year, and that includes a new Palm Springs house! Today we’re revisiting some of our favorite conversations of the past few months. Listen in for reflection points from Prem Rawat, Alexandra Roxo, and Dannie Lynn Fountain among many more! Use this sacred time to think about how you can simply be in 2020 and beyond. * [01:04] - Being intentional with your time * [02:02] - Holiday travels * [03:06] - The SimplyBe. Sanctuary * [04:00] - Plug into your vision * [08:12] - What it means to simply be for: * [09:34] - Erica Eckman ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/2019/6/17/how-to-organically-grow-100k-instagram-followers-with-erica-eckman ) * [09:50] - Natalie Franke ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/how-to-create-a-viral-community-with-a-single-hashtag ) * [10:00] - Nicole Emerick ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/2019/6/17/what-no-one-is-telling-you-about-influencer-marketing ) * [10:06] - Dannie Lynn Fountain ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/2019/6/17/how-to-crush-imposter-syndrome ) * [10:39] - Alexandra Roxo ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/transcend-your-trauma-fck-like-a-goddess-and-build-a-personal-brand-on-your-terms ) * [12:19] - Prem Rawat ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/how-to-find-peace-on-the-path-to-thought-leadership-with-prem-rawat ) * [13:07] - Aleksa Narbutaitis ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/looks-matter-how-to-create-a-visual-brand-identity-with-simplybes-creative-director-aleksa-narbutaitis ) Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“I hope that no matter what you are doing for the holidays that you take a couple of days, at least, where you do nothing or you have absolutely no plans. Wake up in the morning without a thing to do or a person to see or a place to go. Just having all of that space is medicinal.” – Jessica Zweig This New Year’s Eve we’re not just celebrating the passage from 2019 to 2020, we’re starting a whole new decade. And what better way to start things off than to set some intentions. On this week’s edition of the SimplyBe. Podcast, Jessica talks about the work of Danielle LaPorte and how it helps her get crystal clear on her goals. As a special gift to listeners, Jessica is sharing an excerpt from her upcoming book. Listen to be the first to hear this highly anticipated book before it publishes. Whatever you celebrate, have a restful, fun winter break. * [01:04] - Medicinal Space * [02:34] - The Desire Map ( https://www.thedesiremap.com/ ) * [05:09] - Sneak peek at the final chapter of Be * Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“There are no detours in life. There are only sacred swerves.” – Jessica Zweig The holiday season is festive but can be anxiety provoking. Now is the perfect time to reflect. Since 2020 is the start of a brand new decade, take some time to think about the things that you are ready to release. You’ve no doubt learned many lessons over the last ten years. What things are still serving you and what can you kick to the curb? On this week’s episode of the SimplyBe. Podcast, Jessica is reflecting on the four things she’s ready to let go of and the one thing she plans to keep as she moves into a brand-new decade. Jessica discusses letting go of work as her identity, toxic people, regret, and victimhood. Are you ready to let go? * [01:04] - Vision board * [03:31] - Reflecting on the decade * [05:29] - Listener review of the week * [06:55] - Focus on who you are * [11:19] - Take regret off the table * [15:12] - Vibe up or vibe out * [17:39] - Reason, season, lifetime * [22:06] - Victimhood * [25:26] - Zero fucks Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“You are your salvation. You don't need an angel to come down from the heavens to take care of your problems. You are the one who is going to take care of your problems. And the way you're going to do it is by starting to look around, by starting to see, not close your eyes, but by looking around your life, your understanding, every single day saying, who am I?” – Prem Rawat We’ve all heard that we should give peace a chance, but how do you do that? Our guest this week on the SimplyBe. Podcast, Prem Rawat, is a peace ambassador and travels the world giving talks on how we can find peace in our busy, hectic lives. Tune in as Prem talks to Jess about why finding out who you are is some of your most important life work, why ambition and peace are not at odds with each other, and finally, why you need to incorporate more fun into your hustle. Prem is a beautiful soul with a message you need to hear. * [01:29] - Holiday madness * [05:06] - Podcast VIBe program * [06:53] - Find a bit of stillness * [10:02] - Interview with Prem Rawat * [13:17] - Why peace? * [17:32] - Beginning the journey * [19:28] - The dreamer * [23:39] - The common thread * [30:18] - Who we really are * [34:51] - Peace Is Possible ( https://www.amazon.com/Peace-Possible-happiness-relationships-understanding/dp/024138544X ) * [37:52] - The most fun a human being can have * [41:14] - Inspired by the light * [42:20] - One before zero * [44:51] - What SimplyBe. means to Prem Prem Rawat has been talking with people as an ambassador for peace since he was just four years of age. In a lifetime of dedicated service, he has reached hundreds of millions of people in over 100 countries, with his message of peace. Prem is also a best-selling author, collecting and adapting age-old stories for a modern audience. These stories continue to inspire and transform millions of people's lives. His latest book is called, Peace is Possible. Find out more at premrawat.com Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32. ( https://www.dante32.com/ )

“It's really important to remember [to ask] who is the end user of this visual branding? Who is seeing it and how do we best cut through the noise so that they see it and remember it?” – Aleksa Narbutaitis If you’re not artistically inclined, you may not give much thought to your brand’s visual style. But take it from Jess and Aleksa Narbutaitis, Creative Director of SimplyBe. Agency, your style guide is one of the most important investments you can make in your business. On this week’s episode of The SimplyBe. Podcast, Aleksa joins Jess to discuss why your brand’s visual aesthetic is hugely important. Aleksa’s job requires her to be able to take a brand’s strategy and condense it to a cohesive visual message. She offers advice on color, fonts, and setting up a style guide day one. She also has advice for aspiring designers: you don’t need a fancy degree or fancy software, get designing! Jess also takes some time to share her daily gratitude practice. Use her strategy to bring more joy and calm into your life. * [01:22] - Gratitude journaling * [07:37] - Sneak peek excerpt from Jessica's forthcoming book * [12:02] - Interview with Aleksa Narbutaitis * [17:14] - Why a visual brand identity is important * [20:39] - Visual Easter eggs * [23:03] - Welcoming brands to the world * [25:22] - Quick wins to uplevel a visual brand * [28:47] - Developing a style guide * [32:12] - Font hierarchy * [34:11] - Telling an emotional story with color * [35:34] - Creative hacks & tools * [38:03] - Skillshare ( https://www.skillshare.com/ ) * [40:17] - Unsplash ( https://unsplash.com/ ) * [41:06] - Creative Market ( https://creativemarket.com/ ) * [42:00] - Starseed sisters * [52:28] - Opportunities for growth * [59:28] - Busting up the drama triangle * [1:01:38] - What SimplyBe. means to Aleksa Aleksa Narbutaitis ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksanarbutaitis/ ) is the Creative Director and resident Gill Of All Trades (G.O.A.T. for short) at SimplyBe. Agency. A Type A creative with a B.B.A. in Entrepreneurship as well as a minor in dance from Loyola University Chicago, and a Master’s in Leadership for Creative Enterprises from Northwestern University, creative direction is where she thrives—right at the intersection of art and action. In a past life, she opened and operated a boutique fitness studio in Chicago, where she still rocks the mic weekly. Now calling SimplyBe. her home, she brings with her years of small business management and marketing experience, as well as an eye for design and a passion for personal brands. Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“You’re only going to get paid as much as you think you’re worth. You're only going to get paid only as much as you're willing to ask for.” Launching a new business is only half the battle. To be successful, you have to stay focused to grow your brand. It’s not easy and there are a lot of mistakes to be made. On this week’s episode of The SimplyBe. Podcast, Jess talks you through the five most effective decisions she made that helped her grow her brand. Tune in to learn why your style guide is so important, why you should make no apologies for your pricing, and how to pick a winning team. * [01:04] - Writing sabbatical in Costa Rica * [06:17] - Listener review of the week * [08:09] - The five best things I did to scale my business * [14:35] - Investing in a style guide * [17:17] - Hiring my first employee * [21:59] - Productization & process * [27:21] - No apologies for pricing * [30:01] - Leah Neaderthal ( https://www.smartgetspaid.com/ ) * [32:14] - Core values that mean something Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“If there's stuff that you're avoiding because you're afraid it's too scary or too much or it's going to scare other people or it's gonna make you look like a mess, then you are avoiding parts of your power.” – Alexandra Roxo Alexandra Roxo ( https://www.alexandraroxo.com/ ) was making branded movies for United Airlines and earning $8000 a day. But she soon realized that the life she was leading wasn’t the one she wanted. Through a painful process of confronting her fears head on, she realized her true purpose: using her art to coach other women. This week on the SimplyBe. Podcast, Alexandra stopped in to talk to Jess about peeling back the layers of trauma and how to get in touch with the Goddess within. Alexandra and Jess also talk at length about the benefits of sacred plant medicine and how you can safely partake. * [01:27] - Writing sabbatical in Costa Rica * [05:02] - Listener review of the week * [08:21] - Interview with Alexandra Roxo * [11:51] - Vehicle for awakening * [17:06] - The business of being Alexandra Roxo * [21:57] - Claiming your story * [26:59] - Story medicine circles * [30:14] - Tracking the lunar cycle * [34:35] - Sacred nights * [37:12] - Commitment to feeling * [39:28] - Direct line to mama * [49:11] - F*ck Like a Goddess ( https://www.alexandraroxo.com/shop/fck-like-a-goddess/ ) * [56:54] - What SimplyBe. means to Alexandra * Alexandra Roxo is a transformational coach, healer, writer, and artist who is extremely passionate about awakening the world and being of service. Her writing on personal growth, healing, the divine feminine resurgence, moon ritual, and modern spirituality can be read on GirlBoss.com, Teen Vogue, Mind Body Green, and more. She has been featured in many publications for her deep, sensual, and raw approach to healing and transformation, and has also been named a “modern spiritual leader” by Well + Good and has appeared on multiple TV shows and been featured in top podcasts. Find her on Find her on Instagram @alexandraroxo ( https://www.instagram.com/alexandraroxo/ ). Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“Something shifted in me when I started to recognize, especially in the community building space, that oftentimes our greatest impact isn't something that can be quantified on such a huge scale, but actually quantified in the impact you make on one person's life and the power of investing in one person.” – Natalie Franke Humans crave connection. For Natalie Franke, entrepreneurship proved a lonely gig, so she set out to create a group of like-minded creatives called Rising Tide Society. Four years later, the Rising Tide hashtag #communityovercompetition has been used more than three million times. On this week’s episode of the SimplyBe. Podcast, Jess picks Natalie’s brain about how to build communities that provide connection, empowerment, and enthusiasm around your brand. Listen for Natalie’s tips and join up with a Rising Tide ( https://www.honeybook.com/risingtide/ ) chapter near you. * [02:51] - Writing sabbatical in Costa Rica * [04:00] - Spirit Hacking ( https://shamandurek.com/spirit-hacking/ ) by Shaman Durek * [07:39] - Interview with Natalie Franke * [12:32] - A human brand in an age of algorithms * [16:47] - See pain, solve pain * [20:53] - Turning vision into action * [23:27] - Empowering facilitators * [26:38] - Attracting talent with core values * [29:09] - Cheer somebody else on * [35:44] - Moving past rivalries * [41:04] - Sharing a vision at Honeybook * [48:42] - Clearing out the darkness with doodling * [52:41] - What SimplyBe. means to Natalie Natalie Franke is the Head of Community at HoneyBook and the Founder of the Rising Tide Society. Her passion is providing a connection point for those in the creative economy. Follow her on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/nataliefranke/ ) or check out her website: nataliefranke.com/ ( https://nataliefranke.com/ ) Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“I want you to get crystal clear on your dreams. I'm sharing this because I want you to have your own vision of whatever that is for you. Your plan to feel it in your heart and to see it in your mind and then do the work.” – Jessica Zweig On this week’s episode of the SimplyBe. Podcast, Jess is getting personal and going deep. If you’re not familiar with ayahuasca, it’s a sacred medicinal plant that people take to receive deep spiritual healing. Wanting to partake in this divine experience, Jess signed up for a retreat in Costa Rica in which she was guided by a shaman to safely experience ayahuasca. Today Jess is sharing her experience and the revelations she received. Every woman who doubts her own innate power will want to hear this story of finding the divine Goddess within. * [02:00] - My very first ayahuasca experience * [04:31] - Manifesting a dream trip to Costa Rica * [05:18] - The SimplyBe Podcast episode #9 ( https://app.nimble.com/api/v1/messages/tracking/click/5966d18e9af5c3e72896e8e5/5b20008f58ac9c5f0fef24a0/5dbe5df3ec8d83af3dd5581c/ ) with Rea Frey * [08:30] - Finca Ambiwasi ( https://www.fincaambiwasi.com/ ) * [10:22] - Disclaimer * [12:50] - Elena Bensonoff ( https://www.wholistic.com/ ) * [13:10] - Night one * [16:18] - Night two * [23:05] - Finding purpose, truth, and power in the most sacred space * [29:56] - The Nature Within ( https://www.thenaturewithinus.com/ ) * [30:00] - Blue Spirit Costa Rica ( https://bluespiritcostarica.com/ ) * [30:05] - The Medicine ( https://app.nimble.com/api/v1/messages/tracking/click/5966d18e9af5c3e72896e8e5/5b20008f58ac9c5f0fef24a0/5dbe5df3ec8d83af3dd55826/ ) * [30:25] - "The Power of Menstruation: Returning to the Sacred" ( https://app.nimble.com/api/v1/messages/tracking/click/5966d18e9af5c3e72896e8e5/5b20008f58ac9c5f0fef24a0/5dbe5df3ec8d83af3dd55828/ ) by Mariah Gannessa Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“There's going to be a new algorithm, but if you're yourself and you've thought about who you are, how you will serve and what your business is, you're going to be fine. None of these trends really matter.” – Nicole Emerick Whether you’re a brand or you’re looking to partner with brands, the world of influencer marketing can be confusing. That’s where Nicole Emerick comes in. As the Vice President and Director of Social Media and Influencer Marketing at FCB Chicago, Nicole knows what works and what doesn’t in the realm of influencers. On today’s episode of The SimplyBe. Podcast, Nicole shares her best practices for setting up an influencer campaign. Listen in as she discusses whether follower counts even matter and why your brand or campaign purpose is the most important part of any marketing push. Relax, you have permission to only focus on one or two social media platforms! If you’ve been struggling to wrap your head around the influencer process, this is the episode for you. * [01:20] - Writing sabbatical in Costa Rica * [02:38] - Listener review of the week * [05:52] - Interview with Nicole Emerick * [10:35] - What FCB Chicago ( https://fcbchi.com ) is all about * [11:16] - Co-founding a full-service influencer marketing practice * [14:05] - Opportunities on alternative social channels * [15:49] - What is the deal with TikTok ( https://www.tiktok.com ) ? * [18:13] - Placing a value on influencers * [22:55] - The business of influence * [25:27] - Adding value like The Fat Jewish ( https://www.instagram.com/thefatjewish/ ) * [28:13] - Stop being a highlight reel and just be the light * [32:15] - Setting the tone * [34:47] - Evolve or die * [40:17] - A beautiful place for unicorns * [44:50] - Choose to show up * [46:11] - Bringers of the Dawn: Teachings from the Pleiadians ( https://www.amazon.com/Bringers-Dawn-Pleiadians-Barbara-Marciniak/dp/093968098X ) * [48:41] - Executive boss women * [49:45] - What's next for Nicole? * [51:25] - What SimplyBe means to Nicole Nicole Emerick ( https://www.instagram.com/_nicoleemerick/?hl=en ) is the Vice President and Director of Social Media and Influencer Marketing, a department she founded, at FCB Chicago. Nicole spends her time matching brands with the right influencers to share their stories and is an expert at helping brands craft authentic, purposeful messages. Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“Building your personal brand is a responsibility. Yes, it's about defining your message and building a platform, but the deeper question you have to ask yourself is why? What does your message stand for?” - Jessica Zweig When you’re an entrepreneur, you have to spend a lot of time cultivating your brand identity on social media in order to reach new audiences. But with serious issues like war, hunger, and inequities in education, you may start to feel like branding is just a vanity project. On this week’s episode of The Simply Be Podcast, Jessica is here to remind you that so long as you know what you and your message stand for, building your platform isn’t egotistical, it’s just work. After a conversation with an investor that left a bad taste in her mouth, Jessica realized that there are a lot of myths around the egos of entrepreneurs and media personalities. A recent education protest cemented her belief that it’s not frivolous to work on your brand – all brands and businesses offer a solution to a problem in their corner of the universe. Jessica discusses why you need to understand your overall message and why it’s so important that you speak your truth to a wider audience. * [01:17] - Writing sabbatical in Costa Rica * [02:47] - Debunking the myths about building a personal brand * [04:47] - Chicago Teachers Union strike * [07:04] - Living the light by spreading the light Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“I think the number one mistake people make, to be honest with you, is worry so much about growing a following that they forget to engage the people that they have.” – Erica Eckman Erica Eckman doesn’t want to be another aspirational Instagram account. Instead, for her, the secret sauce to growing a following is to be yourself. When you come across as attainable and relatable, people feel more comfortable and secure engaging with you. On this week’s episode of the SimplyBe. Podcast, Jessica talks to Erica about getting more likes and follows on Instagram with a recipe calling for a little bit of strategy and a little bit of vulnerability. Erica’s business, Everything Erica, is a food and lifestyle blog that has grown organically thanks to Erica being unapologetically Erica. She talks about her journey and also discusses why you need to be constantly evolving, why you should check your top posts every month, and why your purpose should be about service to others. She wraps things up by taking some time to talk about why hashtags are the underrated kingmaker of Instagram. If you’ve felt stagnant on your social media strategy, tune in for Erica’s sage advice. * [01:44] - This week's guest: Erica Eckman ( https://www.everythingerica.com/ ) * [02:15] - Writing sabbatical in Costa Rica * [04:24] - Subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends about SimplyBe! * [05:20] - Erica Eckman introduction * [07:58] - Erica Eckman interview * [08:03] - Jessica and Erica's serendipitous friendship * [12:35] - How Erica grew her social media following * [16:24] - Erica's strategy for content creation on Instagram * [20:23] - Expanding focus outside of Instagram * [23:51] - The difference between aspiration and attainability * [25:56] - Polished vs casual posts * [31:31] - The fine line between being real and exploiting your vulnerability * [36:51] - The power of truly caring * [43:23] - Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook: How to Tell Your Story in a Noisy Social World ( https://www.garyvaynerchuk.com/books/ ) * [46:35] - Take the leap to be in alignment with your purpose * [51:54] - Erica's recipe for hashtags * [54:14] - Recent photo metadata theory * [59:01] - Erica on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/everythingerica/ ) * [59:30] - Share Your Shine ( https://www.shareyourshinepodcast.com/ ) podcast * [59:57] - What SimplyBe. means to Erica * * Erica Eckman is a food and lifestyle blogger and influencer. She runs the popular http://www.everythingerica.com/ ( http://www.everythingerica.com/ ) blog and Instagram account Everything Erica ( https://www.instagram.com/everythingerica/?hl=en ). She is also host of the podcast, Show Your Shine ( https://www.instagram.com/shareyourshinepodcast/?hl=en ). Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

Dannie Lynn Fountain is in her mid-twenties but she’s been a professional marketer for more than 11 years. When she discovered professional speaking, she knew she had found her calling, but did her age disqualify her from having something valuable to share? On this week’s episode of the SimplyBe. Podcast, Jessica sits down with Dannie to discuss overcoming imposter syndrome as well as actionable steps you can take to become a confident professional speaker. Speaking engagements are a great way to expand the reach of your brand. If you’ve been wanting to get started on the speaking circuit but weren’t sure how, Dannie is here to take you step by step through the process. She shares how she’s become an in-demand speaker at more than 100 conferences a year, how to cold pitch a conference, how to workshop talks and topics, how to handle fees and topic negotiation, and her tips for dealing with stage fright. Tune in to this week’s episode for actionable steps you can take toward your speaking career. * [01:21] - This week's guest: Dannie Lynn Fountain ( https://www.danniefountain.com/ ) * [02:29] - Happy October! * [06:03] - Support staff for your life * [08:01] - Listener review of the week * [10:12] - Welcoming Dannie Lynn Fountain * [13:54] - How Dannie and Jessica met at a speaking event * [15:19] - What excites Dannie about public speaking * [17:47] - Dannie's method for booking over 100 stages per year * [20:53] - Approaching a conference booker with a cold pitch email * [25:22] - Why Dannie is motivated to speak so often * [29:06] - Negotiating fees for a speaking engagement * [37:19] - Turning down an opportunity to speak at Google * [46:41] - Preparing to step on stage * [51:13] - A quick & dirty way to test your signature talk * [53:05] - The Ultimate Pitching Database ( https://www.danniefountain.com/buynow/pitching ) tool * [55:19] - Dannie on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/dannielynnfountain/ ) * [55:26] - What SimplyBe. means to Dannie Dannie Lynn Fountain is a marketing and business strategist via her company of more than 11 years, DNE MKTG ( https://www.danniefountain.com/ ). She keeps a day job at Google and spends the rest of her time traveling to speak at 100 to 150 conferences a year. Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“The super amazing magic really comes from the courage to ask for the yes no matter how big or small you may feel.” – Jessica Zweig To be a thought leader you have to think strategically. Growing your authority doesn’t happen overnight – it takes consistency and constancy to gain brand awareness. Through her work with the SimplyBe. Agency, Jessica has worked with many people that have aspirations to be thought leaders. That’s why she created a five-step checklist on how you can grow your authority. On this week’s episode of the SimplyBe. Podcast, Jessica talks you through her five-step strategy and offers up anecdotes on the lessons she’s learned on this journey as well as case studies of clients who’ve gone on to become thought leaders in their fields. Jessica also takes time to reflect on the Authentically Austin Masterclass she recently hosted through the SimplyBe. Agency. * [01:35] - What Jessica learned from the Authentically Austin Masterclass * [05:00] - Have you left a review for the SimplyBe. Podcast? * [05:59] - Five steps to becoming a thought leader * [08:37] - Step #1: Create original content * [11:10] - Step #2: Stay consistent and constant * [15:41] - Step #3: Make it a moment * [20:15] - Step #4: Ask for the yes * [26:27] - Step #5: Get on stage Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“Your shit is your very best friend. It's your edge. It's actually your magic and it's time for you to finally embrace it.” – Jessica Zweig In the Season 2 opener of the SimplyBe. Podcast, Jessica discusses how embracing your shit, i.e. all that emotional baggage you carry around, can not only help others feel less alone, but is also a powerful avenue for increasing your brand’s visibility. She talks about how sharing some of the toughest moments of her life helped her blog go viral. Jessica also gives you tools for clarifying what you want to be known for with SimplyBe’s Hologram framework. Learn how to share for impact, not just spilling every dark secret in your closet. Moving forward, Jessica is tweaking the format of the show. Expect new episodes that give you actionable steps to create your own personal brand. * [01:52] - The power of taking true breaks * [04:31] - Coming up in season 2 * [07:12] - Embracing your shit * [13:50] - Tracy McMillan “Why You're Not Married” ( https://www.huffpost.com/entry/why-youre-not-married_b_822088 ) * [15:16] - Amy Krouse Rosenthal “You May Want to Marry My Husband” ( https://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/03/style/modern-love-you-may-want-to-marry-my-husband.html ) * [16:09] - Jason B. Rosenthal The Journey Through Loss and Grief ( https://www.ted.com/talks/jason_b_rosenthal_the_journey_through_loss_and_grief ) * [18:26] - The SimplyBe Personal Brand Hologram ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNFP68FIoSM ) * [23:08] - Reframing your shit Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“You’re perfect right where you are, as you are.” – Jessica Zweig What does it mean to simply be? In this bonus episode of the SimplyBe. Podcast, Jessica reflects on the phrase that has changed her life. She recounts the origin story of SimplyBe. and shares how she actively practices this mindset. Jessica brings back some of the wisdom shared by Season 1 guests Alison Victoria, Nicole Arbour, Jane Ko, Lorri Harder, Vasavi Kumar, Kelly Rizzo, and Gala Darling. Listen in and learn to accept yourself as you are and understand your intrinsic self-worth. * [01:40] - What SimplyBe means to Jessica * [05:47] - Thanks to the team & community * [09:16] - What SimplyBe means to season one guests * [09:21] - Alison Victoria ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/2019/6/17/feel-the-fear ) * [09:56] - Nicole Arbour ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/2019/6/11/the-simplybe-podcast-x-ep-2 ) * [10:45] - Jane Ko ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/2019/6/17/how-to-become-truly-influential-with-jane-ko ) * [11:54] - Lori Harder ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/2019/6/17/judgment-and-fear-and-the-courage-to-put-your-personal-brand-out-into-the-world-wrw2k ) * [15:16] - Vasavi Kumar ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/2019/6/17/sex-drugs-and-radical-honesty ) * [16:09] - Kelly Rizzo ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/2019/6/17/goingwiththeflow-kellyrizzo ) * [18:03] - Gala Darling ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/podcast/2019/6/17/youre-gorgeous-youre-magnificent ) Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“I can only be as honest with you as I am with myself.” – Vasavi Kumar Vasavi Kumar is an in-demand coach and speaker. But bubbling underneath the surface of her success was an expensive drug habit that she had to hide from her clients. Unfortunately, her struggles didn’t end there. A toxic relationship kept her in a downward spiral. It wasn’t until she stopped to work on herself that she was able to find relief. On this episode of Simply Be. Podcast, Jessica and Vasavi discuss the concept of “radical honesty” and how it has transformed their lives. Listen in to hear Vasavi’s inspiring story of perseverance and learn why honesty truly is the best policy. If you have trouble sitting and spending time with yourself, this episode is for you. * [01:20] - Last episode of season one * [03:06] - Speaking event & vacation * [06:41] - This week's guest: Vasavi Kumar * [10:28] - Welcoming Vasavi Kumar * [10:46] - How are you right now? * [11:38] - How have you become so comfortable inside your own skin? * [12:21] - Where the distraction led to * [13:28] - Rigorous honesty * [20:19] - Becoming the co-host of a live morning show * [24:07] - This time I chose to go * [26:01] - Expanding emotional capacity * [27:27] - Be all of who you are in the full spectrum of your life * [29:31] - Oversharing * [32:20] - The hunger for validation * [37:12] - What tools and strategies are you using to empower yourself? * [39:03] - What a world it would be if we just showed up fully honest * [41:16] - Full and total self worth * [43:09] - Don't be a stranger to yourself * [46:33] - Who you let in when you fear being alone * [48:53] - People pleasing * [50:51] - What do people hire you to do? * [53:48] - Being in service even if you get paid * [54:23] - Vasavi Kumar website ( https://www.vasavikumar.com/ ) * [54:29] - Vasavi Kumar on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/vasavikumar/ ) * [54:32] - Vasavi Kumar on Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/VasaviKumarATX/ ) * [54:59] - What does SimplyBe mean to you? Vasavi Kumar ( https://www.vasavikumar.com/ ) is a Licensed Therapist and Certified Coach. Her mission is to bring out the very best in her clients. Her extensive background in entrepreneurship, emotional and mental well-being, and spirituality and mindfulness, qualifies her to listen, assess, and provide simple solutions for a variety of situations that her clients are going through. Vasavi’s approach and perspective allows her to serve a wide range of clients, from small business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and individuals looking to increase their fulfillment in all areas of life. Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“If I can be where I am today based on what I've been through, then you can too.” In life and in business, sometimes it takes hitting rock bottom to make the changes necessary to take your life to the next level. This week on the SimplyBe Podcast, Jessica Zweig pulls back the curtain to share some of the darkest moments of her life and the lessons they taught her. Sure, her meteoric rise to success looks effortless, but it was a combination of formative struggles that taught her the grit and tenacity she needed to grow her business to seven figures in just nine months. On this solo edition of SimplyBe, Jessica shares the seven lessons she’s learned from hardship. Use these tips to navigate the dark moments in your life. Remember, transformation is on the other side of fear. * [01:17] - Massive epic international trip to Europe * [03:41] - Jessica Zweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/ ) on Instagram * [03:43] - DJ Megan Taylor ( https://www.instagram.com/djmegantaylor/ ) on Instagram * [03:47] - #mtjzhoneymoon ( https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/mtjzhoneymoon/ ) on Instagram * [04:21] - 7 Lessons from 7 Rock Bottoms in Business, Money, Body, Leadership and Love * [07:52] - Lesson #1: Focus on what makes you feel the most you * [14:19] - Lesson #2: Look at every point of pain as an opportunity to grow * [19:03] - Lesson #3: Learn to be a great leader * [24:16] - Lesson #4: Always stay in abundance * [29:47] - Lesson #5: Do what truly makes you happy * [34:24] - Lesson #6: Learn to be in a relationship with yourself * [39:46] - Lesson #7: We are always in the process of becoming our most successful and joyful selves * [42:11] - It can happen to you too Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

On this call Medical Marijuana, Inc. (Pink Sheets: MJNA) CEO Dr. Stuart Titus and COO Blake Schroeder provide updates on the financial and operational performance of the Company in the second quarter of 2019, share recent research and development progress, and discuss where the company is headed for the remainder of the year and in the future. Second Quarter 2019 Financial and Operating Highlights Record revenue of $20.7 million in the second quarter of 2019, a 30.8% increase over the same quarter in 2018; 13 of 14 quarters of sequential revenue growth; Generated $1.4 million of cash from operations, with total cash balance increasing to $5.4 million at quarter end; Gross Profit of $15.4 million in the second quarter of 2019, a 61% increase over the same quarter in 2018; Adjusted EBITDA of $1.5 million in the second quarter of 2019, an increase of 129% over the same quarter in 2018; Cost of Goods Sold decreased as a percentage of sales from 39% in Q2 of 2018 to 26% in Q2 of 2019, resulting in gross profit margins increasing 74% as compared to 60% in Q2 2018; General & Administrative expenses decreased from 21% of sales in Q2 2018 to 16% of sales revenue in Q2 of 2019; Net Ordinary Income for the period was $877,964; compared to a LOSS of $2 million in the same period last year; The Company's CEO Dr. Stuart Titus was chosen as one of 65 speakers to present oral comments at the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA)'s public hearing discussing products containing cannabis-derived compounds; Subsidiary Kannaway® was recognized by Direct Selling News as one of the top revenue-generating direct selling companies on the 2019 DSN Global 100 list; Subsidiary Kannaway®, was named the winner of a Gold Stevie® Award in the Medium Company of the Year – Health Products & Services category in The 17th Annual American Business Awards®; The Company reached a major milestone for long-term stability testing on its flagship THC-free cannabidiol (CBD) oil product Real Scientific Hemp Oil-X™ (RSHO-X™); Subsidiary Kannaway® began pre-marketing initiatives in Japan ahead of significant expected growth. "We are excited to continue our tremendous sequential success with the second quarter of 2019 proving to be the largest sales revenue quarter in the history of our Company," said Dr. Stuart Titus, Chief Executive Officer of Medical Marijuana, Inc. "As the world continues to become more receptive to learning about the benefits of hemp-derived CBD, we are enthusiastic about being at the forefront of the global cannabis industry which, according to Arcview Market Research, could be worth $57 billion by 2027." Operating Results – Q2 2019 Compared to Q2 2018 Sales for the second quarter of 2019 exceeded $20.6 million, an increase of more than 30% over Q2 2018. Second quarter sales growth reflects the Company's international and domestic expansion into all sales channels, including direct-to-consumer, wholesale and direct selling channels. The Company reported net ordinary income of $877,964 in the second quarter of 2019, compared to a LOSS of $2 million in the second quarter of the prior year. The Company executed on a strategic profitability and sales growth plan that resulted in gross margins increasing from 61% in Q2 of 2018 to 74% in Q2 of 2019 as well as decreased General & Administrative Expenses as they relate to percentage of sales revenue. "We hope that these impressive results excite our valued shareholders and look forward to providing more transparency and accountability moving forward," said Medical Marijuana, Inc. COO Blake Schroeder. "Our number one priority is profitability and we are not only reaching our quarterly goals for this but are surpassing them." Non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter of 2019 was $1.5 million or 7.4% of net revenue, compared to $0.7 million or 4.2% of net revenue, in the second quarter of 2018. Finally, the Company generated $1.9 million of cash flow,

A birthday, a masterclass and a kitchen crasher: this week’s episode of the Simply Be. Podcast has it all. This week’s guest, Alison Victoria, is the first female host of the popular Crashers series on DIY Network. Throughout the last decade, Alison has turned her skills in interior design into an emerging media empire. Before speaking with Alison, Jessica recaps her 38th Goddess-themed birthday party and reminds you, yes you, that the Simply Be. master class in Austin is coming up. Looking to craft that personal brand that will represent you in the most authentic way? Then you have to join us in Austin on September 20th. Hurry, tickets are going quickly. * [01:13] - It's been a good couple of weeks * [01:59] - Goddess Vibes Birthday Dinner Party ( https://www.jessicazweig.com/simplyblog/goddess-vibes ) on Jessica’s personal blog * [04:47] - Authentically Austin ( https://www.simplybemasterclass.com/ ) masterclass by SimplyBe * [06:02] - Listener review of the week * [08:19] - Welcoming Alison Victoria * [11:03] - Was a personal brand something you always saw for yourself? * [12:55] - How did getting your own show, Windy City Rehab ( https://www.hgtv.com/shows/windy-city-rehab ) , on HGTV happen? * [21:17] - Advice for putting yourself out there in the public eye * [24:50] - Why did you take a hiatus from social media? * [29:39] - What does SimplyBe mean to you? * [31:33] - Where can you find Alison? * Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/thealisonvictoria/?hl=en ) * Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/Alison-Victoria-190107877738832/ ) * Twitter ( https://twitter.com/alisonvictoria3 ) Alison Victoria ( http://alisonvictoria.com/ ) , a Chicago native moved to Las Vegas in 1999 to attend the University of Nevada Las Vegas, where she graduated and embarked on her professional career as the youngest designer at Christopher Homes in Las Vegas. Her responsibilities included creating stunning interior designs for affluent, semi-custom residences. Two years later Alison launched her own consulting firm, Alison Victoria Interiors ( http://alisonvictoria.com/ ). In 2011, Alison received the Rising Stars of Business award by the Las Vegas Business Press. She is also the owner and publisher of Sophisticated Living Chicago ( https://www.slmagchicago.com/ ) magazine. Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

Jessica Zweig: Entrepreneur, CEO…..Author? Well folks, without today’s guest that last bit would have never happened. Ever sit down and just know you’ve got a book inside you, screaming to get out? Well this is the interview for you. Today’s guest is Rea Frey is a well known author and nutrition specialist. However, in addition to the best selling novels she’s also skilled at giving life to those amazing ideas that are just sitting inside you, waiting to get out. Today we’ll break down everything you need to know about landing that highly prized and elusive book deal. Jessica and Rea talk about how to tell the difference between a good idea and a book, how to choose an editor and the dirty little word every author fears: marketing. This is an interview packed full of advice Rea's clients pay a hefty sum for. Don’t miss it. * [01:45] - This week's guest: Rea Frey * [05:39] - Listener review of the week * [10:05] - Welcoming Rea Frey * [12:34] - History with Cheeky Chicago magazine * [17:19] - Jess' biggest cheerleader * [22:07] - Telling the difference between a good idea and a book * [24:22] - Writing non-fiction versus writing novels * [26:52] - Start with the brand first * [29:36] - Branding as the vehicle to share your value in service of other people * [32:30] - What a nonfiction book proposal entails * [35:03] - An overview needs to hook the agent * [36:39] - Define the audience you’re solving a problem for * [38:29] - Choosing competitive titles * [40:44] - An author bio is not a resume * [42:04] - Have a strategic marketing plan * [47:19] - Framing the chapter breakdown * [51:22] - Dream bigger for yourself * [53:34] - Choosing an editor * [56:18] - The publisher is pitching you * [58:37] - Not Her Daughter ( https://www.reafrey.com/not-her-daughter ) * [1:02:50] - Because You're Mine ( https://www.reafrey.com/because-youre-mine ) * [1:06:19] - Where can we find you? Rea Frey ( https://www.reafrey.com ) is an author, nutrition specialist, and International Sports Sciences Association certified trainer. With a degree in creative writing from Columbia and six traditionally published books under her belt, Rea has helped hundreds of clients refine, hone, and craft their own ideas into full-fledged books. Whether it’s working on a book proposal to sell to a publisher, ghostwriting a memoir, or consulting on a great idea, Rea’s fifteen years in the publishing industry will clarify the message, mission, audience, and ultimately help find a home for a client’s work. When she’s not promoting her novels, NOT HER DAUGHTER, and her upcoming release, BECAUSE YOU’RE MINE, you can find her creating writing workshops, ogling her sexy husband, homeschooling her incredible daughter, or plotting her next great adventure. Find her books on Amazon ( https://www.amazon.com/Rea-Frey/e/B004MTGN9C%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share ) and find her on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/reafrey/ ) , Twitter ( https://twitter.com/reafrey_author ) , Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/reafrey ) and, of course, Goodreads ( https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4235710.Rea_Frey ). Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

“Hello gorgeous!” That’s how Gala Darling begins all of her videos and right away you know that she truly means it. Gala is a woman obsessed with showing women how to love themselves unconditionally. Through her best selling books, her online presence and her in-person events, Gala wants you to know how magnificent you are. She has an infectious happiness that you can hear and feel in her voice. You can’t help but smile yourself when talking to her. Gala and I talk the highs (and lowest of lows) of starting your own business, her Unicorn Cleanse and the most transformational moments of her business. Looking to level up your own personal brand? Don’t forget about the Simply Be. Masterclass ( https://www.simplybemasterclass.com/ ) coming up in Austin in September. I’d love to meet you there. * [01:26] - This week's guest: Gala Darling * [04:36] - My goddess-themed birthday party * [08:44] - Welcoming Gala Darling * [11:08] - What the Gala Darling brand is all about * [12:48] - Color, story & aesthetics in branding * [14:05] - Being integrated in real life and online * [16:33] - From starting out to now * [21:06] - Gala’s most transformational moments in business * [24:25] - Structuring your business to all for creativity * [28:35] - The lowest lows * [36:04] - Be aware of the energy you infuse into your sacred territory * [37:55] - Tips from the Unicorn Cleanse ( https://galadarling.com/unicorncleanse/ ) * [41:27] - Rolodex of positive thoughts * [41:57] - What’s most exciting about life right now * [45:15] - What SimplyBe means to Gala Gala Darling ( https://galadarling.com/ ) is a speaker and the bestselling author of Radical Self-Love: A Guide To Loving Yourself And Living Your Dreams. She has been teaching radical self love — a selection of powerful techniques and tools which help women transform their lives — for close to a decade. Her site, galadarling.com ( https://galadarling.com/about-2/ ) , helps a million women a month find their voice, live without fear, and fall in love with life. Gala can be found posting inspirations about self-love on Pinterest ( https://www.pinterest.com/galadarling/ ) , Twitter ( https://twitter.com/galadarling ) and Youtube ( https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT84ANHs5N3eGWPAX2Sg8ZA ) and, of course, Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/galadarling ). Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

After a fantastic week in New York, Jessica is back with an amazing interview this week. When you think of Austin, what comes to mind? I bet it’s amazing food. Today’s guest is a big reason for that. Jane Ko, otherwise known as Koko, runs A Taste of Koko ( https://www.atasteofkoko.com/ ) , a Austin-based food and travel blog. Since 2010 she’s be traveling the city in search of the best food, recipes and, of course, cocktails. Jessica and Jane discuss her beginnings as a full time blogger, the growth of Austin and her advice for aspiring influencers looking to emulate the success of A Taste of Koko. BTW, are you in love with the food and drinks on A Taste of Koko? Well, don’t forget about the Simply Be. Masterclass ( https://www.simplybemasterclass.com/ ) coming up in Austin in September. * [01:31] - NYC is always a good idea! * [04:30] - Jessica calls out hustle culture * [08:02] - Details about the SimplyBe. Masterclass in Austin, TX * [09:42] - Diving in with Jane Ko * [13:40] - What does the A Taste of Koko brand represent? * [14:59] - What inspired Jane to quit her job and blog full-time? * [21:37] - The surprising moments at the beginning of building her brand * [26:44] - Jane’s interpretation of the word "influencer" and how it has evolved * [31:24] - Jane’s advice for aspiring influencers * [33:00] - Ways to create an authentic community on Instagram * [38:18] - Tactical tips for growth and engagement * [43:45] - Austin’s exploding popularity * [45:49] - Thoughts on the changing market for entrepreneurs and influencers * [48:45] - What does SimplyBe mean to Jane? Jane (commonly known as Koko) is the Austin blogger behind A Taste of Koko®, Austin’s top food and travel blog. A Taste of Koko ( https://www.atasteofkoko.com/ ) features the hottest restaurants and weekend getaways and is the official restaurant expert for Visit Austin TX. Jane has been a speaker at South by Southwest (SXSW), Texas Conference for Women, BlogHer, BlogHer Food, The Hustle 2X, University of Texas Austin, Google, and Whole Foods Global on entrepreneurship and social media. She also hosted the largest food crawl in Austin during SXSW 2014 with over 20,000 participants. Find Jane on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/atasteofkoko/ ) , Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/atasteofkoko ) , Pinterest ( https://www.pinterest.com/atasteofkoko/ ) and Twitter ( https://twitter.com/atasteofkoko ). Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

Welcome back to The Simply Be. Podcast! With the calendar turning into the second half of 2019 (can you believe that sentence?) and Mercury Retrograde in full effect, Jessica is back this week with her 3rd solo episode. She breaks down the art & science of building a personal brand and the importance of being both authentic AND consistent. Plus, hear how one listener found the courage to overcome their fear and put their message out. Finally, how exactly did Jessica accidentally see her childhood home for the first time? * [01:04] - Mercury Retrograde * [01:40] - Listener appreciation * [02:20] - This week: The art & science of building a personal brand * [03:28] - Listener review of the week * [04:38] - Been a tough couple of weeks * [05:32] - Psychological astrologer Danielle Beinstein * [08:08] - Visiting the house where I was born * [12:22] - How to construct a personal brand message * [16:46] - What is your headline? * [17:22] - What are your four brand pillars? * [23:00] - Put your original thought leadership out into the world Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).

  Bio   Michael J. Alkire (@AlkirePremier) is the President of Premier, Inc.. As President, Alkire leads the continued integration of Premier’s clinical, financial, supply chain and operational performance improvement offerings helping member hospitals and health systems provide higher quality care at a better cost. He oversees Premier’s quality, safety, labor and supply chain technology apps and data-driven collaboratives allowing alliance members to make decisions based on a combination of healthcare information. These performance improvement offerings access Premier’s comparative database, one of the nation’s largest outcomes databases. Alkire also led Premier’s efforts to address public health and safety issues from the nationwide drug shortage problem, testifying before the U.S. House of Representatives regarding Premier research on shortages and gray market price gouging. This work contributed to the president and Congress taking action to investigate and correct the problem, resulting in two pieces of bipartisan legislation. Prior to serving as President, Alkire was president of Premier Purchasing Partners, which offers group purchasing, supply chain and resource utilization services to hospitals and health systems. Premier remains among the top group purchasing organizations in the industry as the value of supplies purchased through its contracts has increased to more than $56 billion. Upon joining Premier in late 2003, Alkire worked closely with the Purchasing Partners team to develop and implement a three-year transformation plan designed to dramatically increase returns to the alliance’s shareholders while building stronger relationships with members and suppliers. Alkire is a past board member of GHX and the Healthcare Supply Chain Association. He recently was named one of the Top 25 COOs in Healthcare for 2018 by Modern Healthcare. In 2015, Alkire won the Gold Stevie Award for Executive of the Year and in 2014 he was recognized as a Gold Award Winner for COO of the Year by the Golden Bridge Awards. He has more than 20 years of experience in running business operations and business development organizations at Deloitte & Touche and Cap Gemini Ernst & Young. Before joining Premier, he served in a number of leadership roles at Cap Gemini, including North American responsibilities for supply chain and high-tech manufacturing. Alkire graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science from Indiana State University and an MBA from Indiana University. Resources   Premier, Inc.   Advocacy @ Premier   Premier, Inc. and 10 Hospitals Launch Initiative to Improve Maternal and Infant Health (Press Release, July 11, 2019)     HEADLINES:   The FTC fines Facebook $5 billion—many say it’s not enough; Trump goes on a racist tirade on Twitter; and Michael Alkire is my guest.   News Roundup   FTC fines Facebook $5 billion   The Federal Trade Commission has fined Facebook some $5 billion with many saying it’s a slap on the wrist. One commentator on Twitter called it a parking ticket, although it was a record fine.  But the New York Times notes that the fine concludes just one of several investigations currently pending around the world. Facebook’s revenue last year was $56 billion.   Brian Stelter on Trumps racist tweets   You already know about Trump’s racist tweets over the weekend in which he told democratic, progressive Congresswomen of color, obviously including Representative Ilhan Omar, who fled to the U.S. from Somalia, to “go back and help fix the totally broken and crime infested places from which they came”. Of course the other Congresswomen to whom he was clearly referring, including New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, were born in the U.S. But Brian Stelter from CNN pointed out something interesting – media outlets like Fox News are avoiding calling the president’s tweets racist, and instead relying on third-party commentators to do that. Twitter even said that the president’s tweets didn’t violate its policies. Twitter though is in a difficult predicament since it’s currently under fire by Trump, along with several other tech companies, for allegedly having an anti-conservative bias.   Social Media Summit   The Trump administration held a social media summit with conservative content creators and politicians last week. The president told those in attendance that he would invite tech companies to the White House to explain their alleged anti-conservative bias. But the president didn’t provide any evidence.   Huawei plans massive U.S. layoffs   The Wall Street Journal reports that Huawei, the China-based company that’s been besieged by the Trump administration for allegedly sharing the confidential and sensitive information of U.S. companies with the Chinese government, will be laying off as many as 850 people in the U.S. The U.S. Commerce Department has blacklisted Huawei, which Huawei estimates will cost it some $30 billion.   U.S. Army to test armed, robotic vehicles   Andrew Liptak reported in the Verge that the U.S. government is planning to test armed, robotic vehicles beginning next year. The Army will conduct the live-fire tests in Colorado and Europe. The vehicles will be remote controlled.       First quantum entanglement photograph   Scientists at the University of Glasglow photographed, for the very first time, two photons interacting and sharing physical states for a brief moment. What does it mean? Well the photograph will advance the field of quantum mechanics because it proves that photons physically interact with one another—something that was theoretical before. Also, the process of taking the photograph was very involved, creating a model that scientists can use to capture other scientific phenomena that are difficult to observe.   Chris Lewis elevated to President & CEO of Public Knowledge   Christopher Lewis, a seven-year veteran of progressive tech policy think tank and advocacy group Public Knowledge, has succeeded Gene Kimmelman as President & CEO. Previously, Chris was a staffer in the late Ted Kennedy’s office.   Events Tues., 7/16 House Commerce Committee Our Wireless Future: Building a Comprehensive Approach to Spectrum Policy 10:30AM Rayburn, 2322   New America Paying for Our Privacy: What Online Business Models Should be Off-Limits? 3:00-4:30pm New America, 740 15th St., NW   Thurs., 7/18   New America The Future of Free Expression Online in America 12-2pm New America, 740 15th St., NW

Welcome back to The Simply Be. Podcast! Jessica is back this week for a post holiday interview with Modern Luxury’s Travel Queen herself: Kelly Rizzo ( http://www.eattravelrock.com/ ). Kelly is the founder and personality behind Eat Travel Rock. Kelly opens up about her evolution throughout the years, what it’s like being married to a celebrity and how to bring tenacity, resilience and patience to your life. Before speaking with Kelly, Jessica checks in from...Croatia(!?!) where she delivered an amazing personal branding presentation. Plus, don’t forget about the upcoming Austin Masterclass the SimplyBe. team is teaching. This is truly a global episode and we can’t wait for you to hear it. * [01:08] - Speaking at Mindvalley University in Croatia * [04:19] - Jessica’s Book deal! * [06:35] - The SimplyBe Masterclass ( https://www.simplybemasterclass.com ) in Austin, TX * [08:08] - Interview with Kelly Rizzo ( http://www.eattravelrock.com ) * [11:10] - What does the Kelly Rizzo brand stand for? * [12:51] - Walking through the evolution of where Kelly started to where she is now * [16:27] - Tenacity, resilience, and patience * [19:28] - How are things going, what are you up to? * [25:39] - Transitioning to living in LA and being married to a celebrity * [29:37] - Do you leverage personal travel opportunities for your brand? * [35:41] - Rapid Fire Questions * [36:37] - What did you want to be when you grew up? * [37:03] - What are you the most proud of? * [37:13] - If your best friend was here what would she say about you? * [37:24] - Who is your role model? * [38:06] - What is one of the biggest misconceptions about you? * [39:14] - What is your least favorite thing about social media? * [41:44] - What inspires you? * [43:41] - What does SimplyBe mean to you? * [46:36] - Where can people connect to the Kelly Rizzo brand? * Kelly Rizzo, a native Chicagoan who now also calls Los Angeles home, is the blonde Sicilian with a rocker-chic personality behind Eat Travel Rock. She is the host of " Eat Travel Rock TV ( https://www.youtube.com/user/riznation ) ," the popular on-demand entertainment series where she goes behind the scenes and off the cuff with master chefs, rockstars, and other creative industry heavyweights, while traveling the world. In 2017, she was named “Travel Queen” by Modern Luxury’s Michigan Avenue Magazine for her jet-setting career. You can also find her coast to coast as a food, travel & lifestyle expert, featured everywhere from national talks shows on ABC, Bravo, & VH1 to regional broadcasts Fox Good Day Chicago and WCIU The Jam. Follow along with her adventures in Eating, Traveling, and Rocking out at @EatTravelRock ( https://www.instagram.com/eattravelrock/ ). Jessica Zweig ( http://jessicazweig.com/ ) is an international award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of SimplyBe ( https://www.simplybeagency.com/ ). In 2018, she won the Gold Stevie® Award for “Female Entrepreneur of the Year,” was previously named a Top Digital Marketer To Watch by INC. and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. As a thought leader with over ten years of experience in digital marketing and social media, Jessica frequently speaks and facilitates workshops and masterminds, teaching the power of personal branding to corporations. Jessica has been featured as a leading entrepreneur and personal branding expert in Forbes, Crain’s, MarketWatch, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Refinery 29, Tasty Trade, BizTech Magazine, Today’s Chicago Woman, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX News 32, and more. She is currently writing her first book, Be. A No-Bullshit Guide to Creating Self-Worth and Net Worth Just by Being Yourself. Follow her on Instagram @jessicazweig ( https://www.instagram.com/jessicazweig/?hl=en ) or send her a note at jessica@simplybeagency.com. If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to The SimplyBe. Podcast in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ) , Google Podcasts ( https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1zaW1wbHliZS1wb2RjYXN0 ) , Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/3eH32ZO6VMiDQ57I4eT9mb ) or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simplybe-podcast/id1463214827 ). It really helps others find the show. This podcast episode was produced by Dante32 ( https://www.dante32.com/ ).