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Melissa Lenhardt's Sawbones trilogy is a continuous adventure  – one critic advised “consider the series like reading one as a 1200 page epic “ with a difference – it's the historic  Western frontier told from a woman's viewpoint. That's unusual in a genre once described to Melissa as “romance for men.” Hi there, I'm your host Jenny Wheeler and Melissa talks about the three book saga that traces the life of a woman doctor in New York who is wrongfully accused of murder by powerful interests. She'sgot no choice but to run or to face the very real threat of execution. We've got three E-books of the first book in the series – called Sawbones - to giveaway in our Mysteries Alive draw. ENTER DRAW TO WIN MELISSA'S BOOK You'll find a full transcript of our chat and links to Melissa book on our website, the joys of binge reading.com Binge Reading on Patreon launched now! It's been a long build up but we're going live with our Patreon launch with this episode! You can now get access to extra bonus content by supporting the show on Patreon for as little as a cup of coffee a month. Details on our BingeReading on patreon page, patreon.com/thejoysofbinge reading. Six things you'll learn from this Joys of Binge Reading episode: How Melissa was inspired by a precious bond with her FatherHer 'unfinished' mystery series - #3 still comingDelving into sensitive cultural historyWhy she writes Westerns from a women's perspective The writers Melissa admires mostMelissa Lenhardt's next big project Where to find Melisaa Lenhardt Website: https://www.melissalenhardt.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mellenhardtauthor/ Twitter: @melenhardt What follows is a "near as" transcript of our conversation, not word for word but pretty close to it, with links to important mentions. Introducing Author Melissa Lenhardt and her feminist Westerns Jenny Wheeler:  And now here's Melissa. Hello there, Melissa. And welcome  to the show. It's great to have you with us. Melissa Lenhardt: Hi, Jenny. Thanks so much for inviting me. It's really exciting. I feel like I'm getting out into the world again with the events and podcasts. I'm thrilled to be with you today. Texas author Melissa Lenhardt - feminist westerns Jenny Wheeler: Particularly in your part of the world. It's been a little bit shut down for a while. Hasn't it? Melissa Lenhardt: It has. Right. But I'm in Texas and so we're completely open, which is good and bad, I guess. It has this false sense of security that everything's back to normal here, but I know that it's not back to normal here even, but in the world especially. It's like we're living in a little bubble. Jenny Wheeler:  Has it restricted your promotion work of some of your books?  You've got a stand alone novel  recently published, haven't you? Melissa Lenhardt:Yes, I did. That was last August. it did restrict us  quite a lot.  I had a couple of podcasts. and I did a video book launch, but there wasn't a whole lot of promotion with it. Some online, but it was sad. I usually try to go to the bookstores here in Texas and around, and I wasn't able to do that. So it wasn't nearly as exciting as other launches for sure. Jenny Wheeler: We're going to be talking about your Sawbones trilogy today, because this is part of a wider promotion for our current Mysteries/Westerns Alive Giveaway. We're calling it because this is a historical Western, but it's very alive. It's the Sawbones trilogy. You've got the three books, Sawbones, Blood Oath, and Badlands. Sawbones' protagonist - a woman doctor on the run Sawbones is the story of a New York physician called Catherine Bennett. who goes on the run when she's wrongly accused of murder. It's been described as “Outlander meets Post-Civil War.” And I questioned that a weeny bit, because Outlander makes you think it might be a dual timeline, which it isn't, but of course it has got this wonderful love story at the center of ...

Finding Meaning & Service through Storytelling with Melissa WileyIn today's episode, Jeanie is joined by Melissa Wiley. Melissa is in her own words, a sturdy soul, and you will be moved by her story and her gift for bringing forth the beauty and soul in others. Melissa is a leader, and she has dedicated her life to public service. Her capacity for self love, for strength, for courage and transformation is so inspiring in this conversation. Melissa shares what she sees as the barriers to innovation, and more importantly, the world she is working every day to. Melissa is here to change how we look at each other and what we can do to be kinder, more accepting of all of our beautiful idiosyncrasies.Melissa's passion is to bring joy, data, and innovation to outdated, bureaucratic systems and to grow high performing public service teams. She values learning, relationships, and delivering results. Her mission is to bring nobility back to public service by unearthing and fostering the potential in others. She excels in overcoming adversity and managing through complex challenges and is known for building resilient and capable teams. She does this by listening to the stories of others and offering the love and support needed to help others find a more authentic and enriched version of themselves. She believes that “When we find our true selves, we can start to build authentic connections with others, and in turn, deliver organizational magic”.Get ready to be moved by the words and the wisdom of Melissa Wiley. Enjoy.3:03 Introduction to Melissa 5:13 Why Melissa decided to pursue a career in government. 9:01 Melissa's revelation that the biggest barriers to innovation are ourselves. 12:14 The power of storytelling. 14:52 Melissa shares her personal story of being attacked by dogs at age 5 and how her facial disfigurement affected her throughout life. 25:57 How Melissa began practicing courage to step into her calling of speaking to middle and highschool students.31:53 Melissa's new role as deputy town administrator.36:06 What Melissa is currently working towards. 38:37 The people in Melissa's life that keep her accountable with her goals. 42:44 Melissa shares what it looks like for her to be her best self. Connect with MelissaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-field-wiley-84341279/ Subscribe: Warriors At Work PodcastsWebsite: Jeaniecoomber.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/986666321719033/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeanie_coomber/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeanie_coomberLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanie-coomber-90973b4/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbMZ2HyNNyPoeCSqKClBC_w

Episode 83: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you'll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books, then you are in the right place!   In this week's episode, you'll meet Distant Skies: An American Journey on Horseback Author Melissa A. Priblo Chapman. You'll learn ...   What inspired Melissa, at 23 years old, to embark on a solo cross-country horseback journey that would span over 2,600 miles, beginning in New York State and ending in California with no cell phone, no GPS, no support following with supplies. How Melissa approached writing her memoir, Distant Skies: An American Journey on Horseback. The book is part American road trip, part coming-of-age adventure, and part uncommon love story. And MUCH more! Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html   Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

This week on Illuminated, we're talking with Melissa Stangl, Founding Partner and COO of The Soltara Healing Centre in Costa Rica. Melissa works with psychedelics and plant medicines, starting her journey back in 2015 when she quit her corporate job to live and work with ayahuasca in the Amazon jungle. This week we share our own personal healing journeys with ayahuasca and how transformative this mode of therapy can be.    In this episode, I share:  Mine and Melissa own personal healing journey with ayahuasca How Melissa became involved in ayahuasca therapy  The integration of the healing effects from an ayahuasca ceremony Changing, rewriting, and passing on your DNA through plant medicines The mind-body connection and what happens when we aren't listening to our bodies Purging negative emotions and releasing mind chatter  Preparing the body for an ayahuasca retreat and ceremony Healing dependencies through ceremony The importance of maintaining the native roots of plant medicines and platforming indiginous voices How Soltara contributes to the psychedelic movement by bridging science and tradition Accessibility of plant medicines and giving back to the Amazon Trauma, ACE scores and how they can lead to chronic illness and disease  Resources From This Episode: Athletic Greens ~ Exclusive Discount for listeners ACE's Resource    Work with Jennifer 25% Off a Private Coaching Session  Sign-up for the Newsletter    Work with Melissa Soltara Healing Centre Psychedelics Today Article  Chacruna Institute  Amazon Watch   Connect with Jennifer Website Facebook Instagram   Connect with Melissa Instagram Linkedin Facebook Website

Have you ever struggled with money? Maybe you've heard word like “alignment” or even have seen people on the ‘gram talking about how much they received that month… that made you feel a little less worthy… and that's okay! Most people's relationship with money is not healthy. We often feel guilty, blame others or ourselves, feel shame, and a whole other slew of emotions that keep us stuck and in old patterns that keep us in states of lack. …But what if you could change your relationship to money? What if you could create a life that you dreamed of? Sound too good to be true?Well I have news to break friend, it is not! Today I've got a really special episode of Reconnection for you, which is an interview with a light language channeler and energetic coach, Melissa Bates. Melissa has been helping women heal their money stories, activate their gifts, so they can manifest their dream life. I'm really excited to share her wisdom with you because Melissa is someone who has such a way with words and communication that she motivates the heck out of those who hear her! This episode discusses topics like… How Melissa started channeling light language Why it is important to be mindful of who you let into your energy Why light language is powerful for healing your money story Childhood and Ancestral money stories Melissa recommends looking deeper into that tend to hold pain and blocks What are money codes and how to activate them What to specifically pay attention to as you're growing Melissa's thought process on how our desires change from ego to soul as you grow spiritually Melissa shares light language LIVE! Links from the Interview: Melissa's Website Melissa's Instagram LOVE THIS EPISODE? Share on your IG Story + tag me CONNECT WITH ME: Join me on IG Website Book an Akashic Records Reading

Oregon track and field great Melissa Gergel joins this week's podcast to discuss her time at Oregon, her journey to becoming a physician's assistant and why pole vaulters have the best personalities.1:30 What was Melissa's crowning achievement at Oregon.5:20 What it was like to train with Stacey Dragila.7:00 Why pole vaulters have the most fun.9:40 How Melissa began learning to pole vault.15:30 Melissa's injuries collegiate injuries.24:00 Experience working in the Medical Field.32:00 Melissa's thoughts on the new look of Hayward Field.Privacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

Oregon track and field great Melissa Gergel joins this week's podcast to discuss her time at Oregon, her journey to becoming a physician's assistant and why pole vaulters have the best personalities.1:30 What was Melissa's crowning achievement at Oregon.5:20 What it was like to train with Stacey Dragila.7:00 Why pole vaulters have the most fun.9:40 How Melissa began learning to pole vault.15:30 Melissa's injuries collegiate injuries.24:00 Experience working in the Medical Field.32:00 Melissa's thoughts on the new look of Hayward Field.

If you remember Melissa from Season 1, you'll remember she is open and honest and tells it like she sees it. Since you heard her last, she is now also working with teens! Here how she got here in this episode. To connect with Melissa after the show: Find her on FB and IG The ReCreated podcast and Marigold Wellness Collective on IG @marigoldwellnesscollective and at marigoldsharon.com   You can connect with Kim at: TikTok @kimlukens  or can find all of her connections spots through on https://linktr.ee/kimlukens   QUICK EPISODE SUMMARY Welcome back, Melissa! When Melissa started choosing her career  You are allowed to evolve  How Melissa gets to do what she loves every Be brave and take action on your dreams Be the best boss you can be When Kim lost her job What Melissa has learned from her younger employees  Your mistakes or bumper stickers don't define you

Get ready for another inspiring interview with a dietitian who's successfully navigating entrepreneurship and making MORE money as a dietitian, as well! In this episode of the Make More Money as a Dietitian Podcast, Christine interviews Melissa Groves Azzaro, aka The Hormone Dietitian, about how she has created a highly profitable nutrition business helping women manage their PCOS and hormone imbalance. If you thought the only way to earning a good income in dietetics is to become a business coach for other dietitians, you'll definitely want to listen to this episode as Melissa shares her marketing secrets to success!   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The person responsible for the birth of the Money Mindset Dietitian brand.  How Melissa achieved her first 5-figure month in her nutrition business.  The benefits of having a 3-year plan vs. a 1-year plan. Melissa's story of becoming an RD after working for 15 years in advertising in NYC. The ONE THING that must be included in all of your business marketing. The importance of authenticity in your nutrition business. The difference between an Entrepreneur vs Business Owner. How to manage social media as an online entrepreneur. And so much more!!   MORE ABOUT MELISSA: Melissa Groves Azzaro, RDN, is an integrative registered dietitian and owner of The Hormone Dietitian, specializing in women's health and hormone issues. She sees clients virtually one on one and in group programs and has an online course on PCOS which made 6 figures in its first year. Melissa is a second-career dietitian, having worked in NYC advertising for 15 years, where she launched billion-dollar brands. She has written for several national publications and managed large social media accounts. She shares marketing tips for RDs on her new Instagram account.   SOCIAL LINKS: Instagram for PCOS Clients Instagram for RD's Website   FEATURED ON THE SHOW Get on the list to be notified when Embody Academy opens for enrollment! Grab a copy of the “How to Calculate Your Rate as an RD Entrepreneur”  Workbook   SUBSCRIBE, RATE & REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! Are you subscribed to the podcast? If you’re not, I encourage you to do that today. You don’t want to miss an episode, so Click here to subscribe on Apple Podcasts!  

Melissa Guller, is the founder of Wit and Wire, where she helps online business owners share their expertise reach new audience, and expand their earning potential through broadcasting. TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE: ✅ How to launch a successful podcast ✅ Ways to monetize your podcast ✅ Build relationship with listeners ✅ Sales mistakes to avoid

“I’m very proud that I have managed to, in less than a year, do four half marathons. It’s not something I ever could have dreamed of doing. And I’m just proud I have really stuck it out. Because it’s hard. It’s not easy to try to work yourself back from a poor health standard, or to bring yourself out of that mental hole that people can fall into. I’m very proud that I have stood up and said, ‘I need help, and I need to make a change.’ That’s a huge step for anybody to take. The fact that I’ve taken that step and I keep moving forward… That means a lot to me.” Welcome to the final episode of the newest series on the Ali on the Run Show: The Everyday Runner. For the past four weeks, we’ve been hearing from runners who are just like you and me. Not professional athletes — these runners have jobs, families, and responsibilities beyond this sport we all love so much. Today, we wrap things up with Melissa Cummings, a runner — or “walker with purpose,” as she likes to say — from Manchester, NH. On this episode, Melissa shares the story of wanting to take back control of her life, and how she found running, racing, and a welcoming running club along the way. She talks about that title, “runner,” and shares her thoughts on whether or not she — as a four-time half-marathoner — has embraced it yet. She talks about what it was like joining the Millennium Running Club, and what it was like being named 2020’s Club Member of the Year. And she talks about her experience with depression, and how running has helped. SPONSOR: Picky Bars — Visit pickybars.com/ontherun, where code ONTHERUN gets you 20% off. (Join the Picky Club and get an extra 20% off.) What you’ll get on this episode: What Melissa’s childhood was like as the youngest of five children (6:45) How Melissa found running (11:00) How one race became a year of races (18:45) On joining a running club (23:30) Melissa’s quest to “take back her life” (33:30) On becoming a half-marathoner! (35:45) On being named Millennium Running’s Club Member of the Year (45:15) What got Melissa to sign up for a marathon (50:40) On owning the title, “runner” (54:00) Follow Melissa: Instagram @mlynette01 Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe, and leave a rating and review on iTunes or Apple Podcasts. And, as always, spread the run love by sharing this episode with your friends, family members, running buddies, or favorite internet strangers!

Melissa Brennan's superpower is her unwavering confidence. In this artist interview we explore how this photographer shares that gift to uplift and support the the women she works with and the deeper calling her work has uncovered. In today’s episode Steph and I are chatting with another creative that we have had the pleasure of working with. Melissa Brennan is quite well known in Ballarat as the go-to photographer for women. She’s taken some gorgeous photos for me last year and I also consulted with her business her golden point to create me some branding assets such as a logo and defining my brand colours. She’s achieved a lot for someone still in her 20’s, so it was just wonderful to sit down with Melissa and discover that there is so much more to this woman than just photography and branding. Melissa also has a huge passion for supporting and uplifting women and we loved talking to her about the deeper motivations behind the work that she does with a camera lens. I really hope you enjoy this interview with Melissa Brennan, some of the juicy bits include; How a mental health project blossomed into her full time creative career. How Melissa recognised that her business has a greater calling than it’s starting point as a photographer. How identifying a fear of success has propelled her to take more risks and try new things within her business. How rejecting perfectionism encourages true growth and exploration. That her full-time employee is her Dad! I hope you enjoy the episode. More shownotes and links here: 70. Discovering A Greater Calling - Artist Interview With Melissa Brennan — Susan Nethercote Studio Suse ox --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/susan-nethercote/message

Have you ever thought about how to set up a paid membership program for your business? It's a lot easier than you think. And what's great about paid memberships is they lead to recurring revenue. Could you imagine not having to work for every sale, but setting something up once, and having it pay off month after month? Today, I'm talking with Melissa Lanz, membership expert, about how to set up a membership or subscription program in the easiest possible way. We have our MiloTree Membership Group, and I love it! We coach passionate bloggers and online entrepreneurs every month in our group. In this episode, Melissa and I talk about how to figure out what your membership should be about, how to easily set it up with no fancy tech, and how to go about selling it! We dive into: How Melissa created her membership meal planning program How to figure out what you're an expert in How to think about pricing How to set up the technology to get paid and deliver your content How to sell it to your audience How to test it and tweak it If you've wondering how hard it would be to add a membership program to your business (it's honestly, not hard!), definitely listen to this episode! Other related Blogger Genius Podcast episodes to check out: Proven Strategies for Selling to Your Audience with Confidence with Nikki Rausch How to Launch a Successful Course Through Trial and Error with HollyAnne Knight (Part 2) Why the Blogging Riches are in the Niches with HollyAnne Knight (Part 1) How to Optimize Sales Funnels for More Sales with Monica Froese Imagine a world where growing your social media followers and email list was easy… If you are looking for ways to grow your community whether that be email whether that be social media, right now head to Milotree.com install the MiloTree app on your blog and it will do the work for you. Let it do the heavy lifting for you. Let it pop up in front of your visitors and ask them to follow you on Instagram Pinterest, YouTube, Facebook, join your list, check out the exit intent but really get your community growing. And we'd love to help you with MiloTree. And I will see you here again next week. Sign up for MiloTree now and get your first 30 DAYS FREE!

Imagine you are a creative professional, working your way up the ladder in a huge media corporation, and achieving the highest honor in your career - only to be fired less than a week later. What would you do? This was the situation facing Melissa Vargas, an Emmy and Promax Award-winning producer, multimedia journalist, writer and brand strategist. In the midst of an unexpected pivotal moment in her career, she discovered the keys to pursuing her God-given creative purpose, even when her career didn't follow the path she anticipated. Having worked in the fast-paced corporate media world, she now shares her passion and expertise with creatives and brands through her newly launched agency, MVR Collective. She is transparent about her own mental health journey, and has a heart for Christian creatives who are seeking direction in a constantly shifting and unpredictable media climate. Melissa hopes that in sharing her journey, she can provide hope to those who find themselves in similar stories, help them look at life differently, and find small moments of laughter and joy. In this raw, powerful and revealing  talk, we unlock the source of Melissa's confidence that helped her overcome the obstacles that nearly derailed her career. With clarity and passion, she shares how she maintained her faith, while enduring the worst and the best of the creative life - always seeing God's favor through any circumstance.  In this episode you'll discover:How Melissa discovered her creative passion for writing and how her path took shape through words of faith Why the traditional paths to success in the media are often unreliable Why Christian creatives have to be willing to take risks and walk by faith The importance of embracing your God-given identity as a creativeHow Melissa rebounded from a devastating, unforeseen change in her careerThe source of your creative confidence and why social media strategies must be applied in proper perspective How authenticity and transparency can help you build your audience the right wayConnect with Melissa Vargas Follow Melissa Vargas on LinkedInCheck out Melissa's website Follow Melissa on InstagramFollow Melissa on Clubhouse Links Mentioned in this Podcast Episode:http://godandgigs.com/2021training - Register for our FREE masterclass on the 3 crucial strategies you must apply in order to have MASSIVE SUCCESS as a faith-focused creative! Join the waiting list so you'll be notified of the next scheduled class! GodandGigs.com/ToolKit - check out ALL of our most trusted and effective tools and resources for faith-focused creatives Godandgigs.com/grow - FREE email and creative marketing workshops where you'll learn how to build your online audience and connect deeply with those you are called to reach with your creative workLearn about The 4 Questions you need to ask before going Full-Time in Arts and EntertainmentJoin our God and Gigs Facebook Group so you can watch more of our Facebook Live chats!

Upfront Mind, Body and Soul Podcast Host: Michelle Boulden-Hammond Guest: Melissa Clampitt - CEO at Your Lifestyle HOA - Director at Polka Dot Powerhouse Episode 46: The Importance of Maintaining Good Daily Practice For Life & Health Discussion: *Who is Melissa Clampitt? *Why it is so important of setting boundaries *How Melissa is teaching women to put money in their bank account? *The power of collaboration *The collaborative effort of the the Polka Dot Powerhouse *The importance pf putting our great energy Produced by Elite Conversations Podcast Media https://www.eliteconversations.com/mypodcast.html

In this episode of the Judgment Call Podcast Melissa Hui and I talk about: How ‘depression culture’ took over our cities.Does money make you happy? Why are poor countries seemingly so much happier?Why we think of technology as our new ‘hyper-religion’?Where do we come from and are we in a simulation?Is ‘free will’ actually real? And why it seems that we imagine it (for our own good)?What will education in the near future look like? How can we overcome laziness?How the modern state (and religions) institute the ‘self improvement lifecycle of humans’. Why the unequal distribution of motivation is leading to outsized gains with modern technology.Can we trace the current depression back to the extreme deflation of ‘Likes’ when Facebook started to change how they give out ‘Likes’?How Melissa discovered a crisis was in the making before COVID was around.and much more! You can also watch this episode on Youtube – The Judgment Call Podcast Episode #43 – Melissa Hui (The future of human interaction and learning). Melissa Hui is an innovation and transformation strategist and she is the founder of context leap.

Welcome to the 3rd installment of the Building Your Band series. If you haven’t listened to the first two episodes you can start at episode 24. You won’t want to miss out on the valuable information in those first two episodes of this series before listening to this one. Now that you know you need a rock star for your band and you know how to get started, it’s time to figure out where to look for these rock stars. Join me and Melissa Smith to learn how to find the perfect fit for your growing solopreneur business. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Hearing Melissa’s story [2:22] The biggest challenge Melissa faced in starting her business [8:55]  How Melissa went from an employee mindset to a business owner mindset [11:15]  What Melissa is doing today [19:45] Where you can go to find your rock star [23:48] More tips on how to find your rock star [32:09] Discovering the different ways that a VA can help your business [35:38] Melissa’s take on the 3 money questions [45:36] How can Melissa Smith teach you where to find your next rock star? Melissa Smith joins me today to teach you where to look for your future rock stars. Melissa is the perfect guide to help you build your band since she is the founder and CEO of The PVA and The Association of Virtual Assistants. Not only that, Melissa literally wrote the book about hiring the right virtual assistant. You won’t want to miss Melissa’s wealth of knowledge on this subject. When you’re done listening make sure to scroll down to the end of the show notes so that you can link to all the resources mentioned on this episode. What brought Melissa to where she is today? Melissa knew she wanted to be an executive assistant from a young age. Her mom was an executive assistant and as a girl, she would always marvel at the way people in the office would rave about her mother's work. So you could say that being an executive assistant is in Melissa’s blood.  After completing secretary school, Melissa was an executive assistant for 15 years. But it wasn’t until life circumstances forced her to move across the country that she pitched the idea of going virtual to her boss. He agreed and after completing her year-long contract with that employer it dawned on her that she could do this for herself and be her own boss. Melissa lept headlong into her new business venture and gained clients immediately.  The biggest challenge of becoming a solopreneur It wasn’t until Melissa had been a solopreneur for several months that she discovered her biggest challenge. She realized that she was working harder than ever and had plenty of clients but somehow she wasn’t making enough money.  Melissa didn’t understand what was wrong with her business model. It dawned on her that she had no idea how to effectively run a business, so she did the smartest thing she could have done. She asked for help.  How Melissa’s business coach helped her grow from an employee to a business owner Even though Melissa was an amazing virtual assistant, she was a terrible business owner. She didn’t understand that she had to reframe her thought process from employee to business owner. She doesn’t consider herself a natural entrepreneur, so it took an amazing business coach to help her understand how to price her services for value so that she could succeed in her business.  Melissa has so much to teach us about hiring the perfect rock star for our bands. Make sure to listen all the way until the end to hear all the tidbits she has to offer as well as my 4 takeaways from this episode.  Resources & People Mentioned Founder movie  Make Your Mark Coaching by Krista Martin LinkedIn Belay Upwork Episode 19 - How to Price Your Services for Value and Profitability Connect with Melissa Smith Use Melissa’s FREE workbook to make sure you hire the right VA The PVA Association of Virtual Assistants BOOK - Hire the Right Virtual Assistant by Melissa Smith BOOK - Become a Virtual Assistant by Melissa Smith Melissa Smith @ThePVA on LinkedIn @ThePersonalVirtualAssistant on Facebook  @MelissaSmithVA on Instagram  @ThePVA on Twitter Connect With Gabe Nelson www.GabeNelsonFinancial.com/contact FREE Downloadable Resources at https://www.gabenelsonfinancial.com/resources/ EMAIL: Gabe (at) GabeNelsonFinancial.com Follow Gabe on LinkedIn Follow Gabe on Twitter: @GabeNelsonCFP Follow Gabe on Facebook Follow Gabe on Instagram: @GabeNelsonCFP Subscribe to Solopreneur Money Audio Production and Show notes by PODCAST FAST TRACK https://www.podcastfasttrack.com

Melissa Brown is a sleep consultant who’s developed a sleep training approach through her company Sleep Shop, which is tailored to each individual family’s unique goals and parenting style. Having worked with hundreds of families both locally and internationally, Melissa has become a go-to resource for new parents and seasoned veterans alike. Whether helping a family welcome a newborn or implementing a sleep schedule tuneup for a toddler, Melissa is always there. As a mother of multiples, she is particularly ready to ensure sanity for parents who are welcoming multiples themselves. You will learn about... How Melissa got started as a sleep consultant When to get started working with a sleep consultant The things that get in the way of good sleep for babies Managing your child’s temperature for good sleep hygiene Sleep product recommendations Uncovering sleep trauma studies How to set wakeup and bedtime Resources: https://www.sleepshopoc.com/ (sleepshopoc.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleepshopconsulting/ (@sleepshopconsulting) Get 22% off https://trk.chilitechnology.com/SH4y (chiliPAD: Temperature Controlled Mattress System) https://www.amazon.com/HoMedics-Portable-Programs-Meditation-Rechargeable/dp/B07KXLBQG4 (HoMedics Deep Sleep Mini Portable Sleep Sound Machine) https://www.kickeepants.com/ (Kickee Pants) https://glnk.io/kwvr/sleepshopoc (Woolino Sleep Sack ) Connect with Kelly: https://kellyleveque.com/ (kellyleveque.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bewellbykelly/ (@bewellbykelly) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly/ (www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly) Thank you to our sponsor, Forager Project! Visit http://www.foragerproject.com/cultivatehealth (foragerproject.com/cultivatehealth) to receive a coupon for a free cup of their dairy-free yogurt. Be Well By Kelly is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Today I’m excited to welcome Melissa Wilson onto the show to talk about bonding with bonus kids and how to navigate bringing an “us” baby into the family. A certified fitness trainer who is passionate about health and nutrition, Melissa is also a step-parent with a lot of insight on creating a strong and transparent relationship with a stepchild. Listen in as we discuss how to handle having different rules in different homes, as well as what to do when you are bringing a new child into the mix. Melissa has some really great wisdom to share when it comes to open and honest communication with children that I think will be super helpful for those times you may feel alone, frustrated, or guilty about feelings you have toward stepchildren and your “us” baby.   5:03 – 9:34 – The story of Melissa’s blended family and what it’s like to meet an older step-child. 9:35 – 12:52 – How she and her wife started their relationship with boundaries and setting roles. 12:53 – 14:20 – The co-parenting situation and what they make a priority. 14:21 – 24:26 – The process of bringing a new child into the picture together and how that affected the family dynamic. 26:19 – 44:39 – How Melissa's relationship with her wife has been stretched and grown since blending families. 44:40 – 49:37 – Her coaching work and what projects she’s working on.   Takeaways: How to navigate finding your role as a new step-parent. The importance of open dialogue between the step-parent and stepchild. The different feelings with an “us” child and dealing with guilty feelings as a step-parent. How to prepare for not knowing everything that comes with blending families. Why it's crucial to continue learning throughout the process. The value of having hard rules in your relationship.   Quotes: “The big piece of what we intentionally did was that I opened up a really open dialogue and communication with my step-son from the get-go. We do talk about the things that are working or not working.” – Melissa Wilson “It’s just about having the same shared goal. We work different—we have two very different households with four very different parents, but at the end of the day, we all share the same dream of having a blended family that works for Jaden.” – Melissa Wilson “There are complicated feelings that come with a blended family because there are so many different types of relationships that are involved and different types of love that are happening.” – Summer   3 Interesting Clips: 7:30 – 8:00 – The hardest part of Melissa's relationship with her older step-child. 11:56 – 12:51 -  Creating an open dialogue between step-parent and stepchild from the start. 22:49 – 24:26 - The importance of resolving the big feelings and building a positive relationship.   Links: Melissa Wilson: Instagram | Podcast | Website Text us: 760-389-3722 Send us an anonymous letter Subscribe & Review in iTunes! Are you subscribed to our podcast? If not, we would strongly suggest you do. This way you won’t miss a thing! Subscribe here: Everything Always And now for the pretty please with a Bordeaux Maraschino Cherry on top. We would be so incredibly grateful if you left us a review on for Everything Always as well. This will help other parents and families like you find our podcast. Plus, it’s fun for Mike and I to sit and read them together on date night! Just click here, click open in iTunes, select “Ratings and Reviews”, tell us your favorite moment and best take away and we will send a huge cyber hug and kiss right to you! Find the Everything Always Podcast wherever you listen! Apple Podcasts (iTunes) acast Pocketcasts ListenNotes Spotify player.fm

This week, Shannon chats with Melissa Maker, who is an accidental cleaning expert - because she hates to clean! In 2006 at age 24, she launched Clean My Space, a cleaning service in her hometown of Toronto, Canada, to help out people just like her. In 2011, she decided to create digital content to help drive bookings by launching the Clean My Space YouTube channel. Since then, the channel has amassed over 200 million video views and over 1.7 million subscribers along with a healthy Instagram following and busy website. She also founded a microfiber cleaning tools company in 2016, called Maker's Clean. While Melissa has delivered her expert advice on cleaning products, tools, and DIY substitutes for over ten years, she wasn’t always a cleaning pro and understands that people are looking for practical, time-saving solutions to everyday problems. Topics discussed: How Melissa became an “accidental cleaning expert” with over 200 million views and 1.2 million subscribers on YouTube, as well as owns a cleaning company called “Clean my Space.” How to de-gunk your home/space to help de-gunk your life in a simple, manageable way. Shannon and Melissa’s most disliked household chores, as well as their favourites. Why it’s ok if your home isn’t perfectly neat and clean, especially during a pandemic. The 3 things you need for any cleaning task to save time and energy. Simple cleaning hacks How to not let mess become a source of stress. Finding your MIA’s (most important areas) - what that means and how to do it. Basic cleaning tools that everyone should have in order to keep cleaning simple. What Melissa does to her shower after every use so she never has to actually clean her shower. Melissa’s simple takeaways that you can implement into your cleaning routine today! Links mentioned in this episode: www.cleanmyspace.ca www.cleanmyspace.com https://www.youtube.com/cleanmyspace https://www.facebook.com/cleanmyspace https://www.instagram.com/cleanmyspace https://www.instagram.com/melissamaker www.makersclean.com https://www.instagram.com/getthegunkout

Welcome back y'all! This episode we talk about The virus and how it will effect our future! How Melissa and I plan to deal with it from here on out! We also ANNOUNCE our business project! We are so excited about it! We also welcome any professionals that can help us and possibly be hired to get the business going. We look forward to a better and smarter future! We want to inspire people to leave all the nonsense behind in 2020 and look forward to the future! Goodbye 2020, hello 2021!!!  We thank y'all for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shelly-flores/support

Michael Harlow shared a story with me almost ten years ago and told me it was a secret. Imagine you stumble across an intriguing discovery that is filled with mystery. I know some people cannot keep a secret for a number of hours, but imagine keeping this big discovery a secret all these years. My guests on the SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking episode 93 are Michael and Melissa Harlow. They share the art and tech of earning a living as a voice over professional. They also discuss how they created a travel vlog using smartphones to produce videos of their adventures. Imagine dropping your career and selling everything you own to spend your life traveling. One key to doing that is to live debt free and my guests will share how they were able to do that and how you can do it too. Michael shares the secret story with our listeners. It’s a story about a mysterious discovery that I find very intriguing. It’s exciting that Michael is sharing this story publicly for the first time with our listeners. It could be that one of you can help Michael in a documentary about his discovery. I won’t say more because you’ll need to listen to his story to find out why he kept it a secret so long and why I’m excited to share it with the world in this episode of our podcast. Some of the tips Melissa and Michael share include how to create your own travel vlog using smartphone cameras. I met Michael and Melissa in person, as San Diego natives, during the Inaugural International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego back in 2012 after listening to Michael’s secret story. If you want to live a life as an adventure vlogger, either for years or a few months, Melissa and Michael will share some great tips with you. It’s your life, and it’s your story.SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted to or is curious about making movies and videos using smartphones. Follow Michael and Melissa on their adventures on social media and let them know you heard them in our podcast.The Adventure Travelers Links:Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theadventuretravelers?sub_confirmation=1  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheAdventureTravelers  Blog & Website: https://theadventuretravelers.com/  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/TheAdventureTravelers/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadventuretravelers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelharlow/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theadventuretra/ Tumblr:  https://theadventuretravelers-universe.tumblr.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdventureTvlrs 
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This week we are excited to be joined by a close friend of ours, Melissa Wood! Melissa is a digital entrepreneur, the founder of Melissa Wood Health, and the creator of The MWH Method. Not only do we love her transformative, game-changing workouts, but we love her and her family as well. She’s inspirational, incredible, and is transforming the lives of people all around the world by helping them build a better, stronger relationship with themselves.   As always, we get into some pretty deep stuff in this episode. Melissa shares her personal story of struggling to find her place in this world, as well as the ups and downs of the relationships that came along with it. Oftentimes — and especially with social media — we tend to hold people up on a pedestal and think that they are perfect. But in reality, we’re only actually seeing a small fraction of their lives. In our conversation with Melissa today, she pulls back the curtain on perfection and speaks about the reality of life behind-the-scenes of a recovering perfectionist. She shares about overcoming her struggles with feelings of shame and worthlessness; facing her sh*t to reach her truest potential; seeking conflict, friction, and tough conversations in order to grow; finding the time to connect intimately and emotionally with her partner through ‘micro-moments’; and much, much more. There were so many key insights from Melissa in this episode and we know you guys are going to love the raw, honest conversation we had with her.   IGNTD Specials: IGNTD Live Online Groups (Free for 14 Days) IGNTD Subscription ($43 per month & 30 days of Live Groups included) IGNTD “Once an Addict” Campaign   Topics Discussed: [2:20] About our last few weeks and today’s episode with our close friend, Melissa. [7:59] The conversation portion of the podcast with Melissa Wood. [9:46] Melissa speaks about her relationship, self-discovery, and codependency. [12:16] Melissa shares about her past relationships and her struggles with feelings of not fitting in and not being enough. [15:07] About Melissa’s recent breakthrough. [16:36] The magic that happens when you give yourself space and become comfortable with being uncomfortable. [20:49] A key part of Melissa’s journey that she wants to share with others: her life is not perfect  — and that’s OK. [24:53] From feeling trapped to experiencing freedom in a relationship; Melissa shares her experience with past relationships and what makes her current relationship so different. [32:23] Sophie shares how her relationships have impacted her path as well. [34:00] Melissa reflects on when we released our podcast sharing all of the ups and downs in our own relationship. [35:15] The importance of being radically transparent with your life and your story online, not being a perfectionist, and giving others “permission” to also not be perfect. [38:42] About a podcast by GoDaddy that we’re really excited about: School of Hustle! [39:29] The keys to giving yourself space, room to reflect, time to yourself, and leeway in not having a perfect relationship. [41:21] Melissa shares more key insights and lessons from past relationships (and her current relationship) on the themes of growth, compromising, facing your sh*t, and reaching your truest potential. [50:30] Why seeking conflict, friction, and having these tough conversations leads to these important moments and opportunities for growth and self-improvement. [53:36] How Melissa and Noah make and find the time to connect intimately and emotionally… and the importance of “micro-moments.” [1:02:18] Melissa’s tips for connecting and communicating better with your partner. [1:06:00] What’s the best advice Melissa has ever received? [1:07:42] What is one of Melissa’s proudest moments to-date? [1:08:54] What has been one of Melissa’s hardest moments to-date? [1:10:14] Melissa’s self-care practices and daily non-negotiables. [1:12:05] What ignites Melissa? [1:13:38] Melissa speaks about her journey of becoming centered and grounded. [1:15:46] Thanking Melissa for joining us today and sharing her story.   Mentioned in this Episode: Philosophie Superfoods Use code IGNTD to stock up on your favorites this holiday season! Melissa Wood Melissa Wood’s Instagram MindBodyGreen GoDaddy School of Hustle Podcast IGNTD Ep: “Going Deep: Our Story”   Find out more about IGNTD: IGNTD.com IGNTD.libysn.com   Subscribe to the Podcast iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify   Follow us on Social Media! Facebook: IGNTD Instagram: @IGNTD.me Sophie’s Instagram: @Sophie.Jaffe Adi’s Instagram: @DrAdiJaffe   If you enjoyed this podcast… Please let us know what you want to hear about! Tell us in the comments or send us an email at info@igntd.com.

Please help us make 2021 the best podcast year yet, by taking this brief survey!   Today on the show we have an amazing dietitian who specializes in PCOS, Melissa Groves Azzaro (aka the Hormone Dietitian on Instagram).   Melissa’s mission is to help women live healthy and symptom-free lives using whole-foods nutrition and lifestyle changes to overcome hormone imbalances during the reproductive years so they can thrive through their whole lives. She uses a functional medicine approach to figure out the root causes of your symptoms, and together, we develop a personalized plan to get you feeling better and living your best life.   Melissa spent the first 15 years of my career working as a copywriter in New York City medical advertising—so, she understands the challenges of incorporating healthy habits into a busy lifestyle.   Melissa lives in Portsmouth with her husband and our 4 cats. She sees clients virtually from the comfort of your own home one-on-one and in group programs, and hundreds of women have taken her online, self-study PCOS course, The PCOS Root Cause Roadmap. In this episode we discuss: Melissa’s journey to become a RD, and what inspired her to specialize in hormones and PCOS The main root causes of PCOS Mistakes women make when it comes to PCOS nutrition and how to create a more balanced approach to PCOS management Why Melissa doesn’t recommend eliminating foods for PCOS and how it’s not evidenced based to do so Creative ways someone with insulin resistance PCOS can improve their blood sugar regulation that are outside of what you eat Melissa shares about her new book, a Balanced Approach to PCOS! How Melissa practices wellness without obsession   Learn more about Melissa: The Hormone Dietitian website The Hormone Dietitian Instagram account Book, A Balanced Approach to PCOS   This episode is brought to you by my holiday survival guide. This free e-book will help you enjoy and celebrate the holiday season, food included. Click here to grab yours! You can receive more support by heading to our Wellness Without Obsession Shop.   Thank you to Ned for sponsoring today’s episode! I am thrilled to have Ned as a new podcast sponsor. Ned produces the highest quality full spectrum CBD oil, extracted from organically grown hemp plants in Colorado. Learn about Ned with the episode they did here on the show! My favorite products from Ned are the body butter and CBD sleep blend.   If you want to check out Ned and try them out for yourself, Ned is offering 15% off AND free shipping to my listeners by using the link included here in the shownotes or you can use the code NOURISHINGWOMEN to receive the discount.   Thank you also to Primally Pure for being a podcast sponsor. I’m currently obsessed with the plumping face mask, beauty cream, and body butter. I’ve also been using the gua sha stone and body brush daily for circulation and lymphatic drainage support (hello, allergies). Don’t forget to use the code NOURISH for 10% off your first order.   Resources for you: Learn more about our services at Nourishing Minds Nutrition. Read testimonials from our amazing clients here.  Join our FREE support group for like-minded women, the Nourishing Women Community for more community & support. Take a look at our new online shop, the Wellness Without Obsession Shop.   Let’s hang out! Connect with Victoria and the staff at NMN: Victoria’s Instagram Victoria’s Website Nourishing Minds Nutrition Instagram Nourishing Minds Nutrition website   For every guest that comes on the show, we donate money to Loveland Foundation. The Loveland Foundation, a foundation that provides therapy and  healing to Black women and girls. We are honored to donate monthly to the Loveland Foundation, and you can learn more and donate yourself here.

Many people who have not been in the ecommerce business themselves have these expectations about the industry that are almost instantly shattered once they try it out themselves. One of the biggest myths in running an ecommerce business is that it’s an easy thing to do because you have the potential to earn while you sleep. What they don’t know is that unless you learn to manage your processes and to let go some of the responsibilities to concentrate on what matters most, you might not even get enough sleep in the first place. In this episode, we acknowledge these expectations and show you what you can do to run and grow your business without losing your sanity. There’s a lot to learn from this episode especially because our guest, Melissa Eisler, is an expert in managing ecommerce businesses. Melissa is an executive coach and has helped many entrepreneurs figure out how to run their businesses smoothly while still being able to have time to actually enjoy life. She has also helped us with our Masterminds before, and I’m very happy that she’s finally joining us in the podcast. Timestamps: The overwhelming feeling that comes with expanding your business - 4:14 How Melissa manages her responsibilities - 5:10 Melissa’s trick to determining which things to focus on - 6:24 The cons of having freedom with your time - 7:34 Some principles to consider to not be busy all the time - 8:53 The one thing that keeps entrepreneurs from improving - 11:30 How to transition from solopreneurship to hiring employees - 14:28 The advantages of hiring employees with complementary skills - 17:28 Mike’s advice on letting go of responsibilities and assigning them to specialists - 19:10 How to tame your controller tendencies - 21:05 Getting a business partner vs. hiring employees - 24:30 Self-awareness and the importance of actively discovering your flaws as a leader - 29:54 The harsh realities about running an ecommerce business - 33:02 Investing in good employees - 36:18 Creating a space for conscious choices - 40:03 If you want to learn more about Melissa or avail of her services, you can visit her website to contact her. She also runs our Masterminds, and if you want to learn more about that, reach out to us through the special email address we sent you if you’re an EcomCrew Premium member. If not, you can sign up to be one to get access to these Masterminds, our Secret Sauce webinars, Premium courses, and other Premium-members-only features through our paid subscription. With our Black Friday deal coming up, now is really the best time to sign up! Meanwhile, you can join us on our upcoming Public Q&A Webinar on December 1 at 10 AM (PST). You can ask us any questions related to ecommerce, importing, hiring, and any other areas you’re having trouble with. Finally, if you like this episode, please leave us a review over on iTunes. It helps us reach more people, and you’ll be accumulating good karma for doing so. Until the next one, happy selling!

Are you a person who is scared of sales? Many entrepreneurs have brilliant business ideas, but when it comes to selling their services, they are overcome with doubt. They are worried about being too pushy, or charging too much, or being perceived as sleazy.  Melissa Pharr, my guest this week on the Sigrun Show, has made it her mission to help women overcome these doubts and attract clients online.  Like most entrepreneurs, Melissa tried out many different things until she landed where she is today. She was working as a personal trainer, a health coach and life coach, and at one point, people started asking her how she was actually making money and attracting clients.  That's when she dived into online marketing strategy and started the business she's running today. Her dream had always been to work remotely, and she was tired of turning over every cent twice.  Starting her business was an uphill battle. After the first few months, she was $42K in debt and had just one sales call a month. Melissa knew she was smart, but she started having the belief that she was just not smart enough for what it actually takes - until she finally embraced her individuality, committed to being herself and focused on attracting the right clients for her business.  By the end of the year, she managed to pay off all her debt and made $311K in revenue, turning her business around completely.  In this episode, Melissa talks about the 5 things she focused on to get clients, why women are often scared of making sales and what they can do about it.  If you wonder how to attract more clients or are blocked by the belief that sales are sleazy, this episode is for you.  “When you actually sit down and work through a struggle, you get the deepest sense of self-respect you will never have if you're not willing to face your demons.” - Melissa Pharr   In This Episode of The Sigrun Show: Melissa's uphill battle How Melissa got interested in online business How Melissa's own struggles helped her figure out her mission and business idea The 5 things Melissa did to actually get clients  Why Melissa's business hit 7 figures  Why women are often scared of sales  What to do to get over your belief that sales are sleazy    Curious to know more about attracting clients? Find out how you can acquire clients from Facebook groups or how you can niche your services down to attract your ideal clients.  Client Attracting Activities: The 5 Step Plan When Melissa hit rock bottom, she had to figure out what to do to turn her business around. She knew she had to learn how to manage herself, as well as have the right strategy. She thought about what she actually had to do to attract more clients and came up with the following 5 key areas she needed to put her focus on:  Clarity on your offer Be clear on your offer and who it's for, make it irresistible and know how to present it.  Attract an audience If no one is paying attention to your offer, it doesn't matter how good it is. Build your audience and your email list and get people's attention.  Nurture your audience If you have an audience that doesn't trust you and doesn't see you as an expert, they're not going to buy your service or product. Build up a relationship with your audience and establish trust.  Make invitations Have a strategy to start hearing Yes. Whether people say yes to something that's for free to get on your list or whether it's yes to something that's paid.  Inspire your audience to say yes Find a way to make the sale and be good at your sales process.  Melissa stuck to these 5 things and focused on them every day. She implemented this process for two years and hit 7 figures.  Did this episode help you understand how you can attract more clients? You can follow and connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.  Have you signed up for the Live Bootcamp yet?  After two successful rounds in spring, I'm bringing back my Live Bootcamp where you will create your recession-proof offer in a weekend.  If you want to create an offer that is unique, profitable and a good fit for the current times, this is for you. After 48 hours, you will walk away with a solid offer that is ready to sell and your clients actually want to buy.  Sign up here for the Live Bootcamp.  Connect with Melissa Pharr Melissa Pharr Melissa on Instagram Please share, subscribe and review Thank you for joining me on this episode of the Sigrun Show. If you enjoyed this episode, please share, subscribe and review on Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music so more people can enjoy the show. Don't forget to follow and connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Click here to learn how to leave a review, then head over to Apple Podcasts for your chance to win a special thank you gift!

Melissa Morris is a Business Operations Consultant who specializes in client processes, which includes client onboarding, management and offboarding. She uses her 10 years client management experience to help service based business owners streamline and automate these processes as well as teach them how to set client expectations and create and hold boundaries. Melissa's been seen in INC Magazine and Keap Business Success Blog and heard on podcasts such as My Biz Bestie and Productivity Straight Talk. She frees business owners from overwhelm so they can actually work ON their business and not just IN their business. Here's what we covered on the episode: When Melissa had her 9-5 job at an ad agency she was an account executive, which is a project management and client management role and how being in that role served her and created some good systems for herself Melissa explains that she liked her 9-5 job but was craving more flexibility and higher income, so she left her agency and started doing marketing consulting After becoming a marketing consultant, Melissa quickly booked a lot of clients but looked around and realized she hated it and questioned what happened Why Melissa didn't like marketing consulting because she had to execute on a lot of ad plans, where she was writing social media posts, creating graphics and all that comes with consulting, which was unlike the project management role she was in at the agency, which she loved How Melissa approached some of the business owners she'd been working with and started having conversations with them about managing their own projects because she was exploring this new line of work and they loved it Melissa began to realize how this happens to so many solopreneurs, freelancers, etc. who go out on their own and then no longer have a project manager there to serve as a buffer person to keep things on track How Melissa used her social media business to work with some of those business owners and do additional project management work for them When Facebook made their big algorithm change it drastically dropped business page's ability to show up in news feed, and their page views, so Melissa used that as an opportunity to fire a lot of the social media clients she was with and explains why that made sense for her Melissa loves her work and primarily helps service providers create systems and processes, streamline and automate and identify the tools they need in their business to make all of that happen Melissa's experience in client management helped prepare her for tough client conversations and explains that when she presents to clients a shift in her business or unfortunately firing, she highlights the benefits for them and set them up for success as much as she can What Melissa's initial offerings included were conversations about where things were getting stuck in her clients' business, why tasks were slipping through the cracks and helping them get out of overwhelm, which she explains stems from overbooking or not having a clear process Melissa explains that if you can't write down what your process looks like, then it is not nearly as clear as you think and you are going to have a difficult time automating that process or ask for help Two things Melissa sees when it comes to tools is business owners who wait too long to have any tools and other business owners who know they need automation but aren't sure what tool they need and end up duplicating a lot of tools The categories of tools business owners need to pull from including a CRM, a project management tool, a scheduler and an invoicing tool and how Melissa sees the most duplication in the CRM and project management section Melissa walks us through her DISCO Framework where you Define your current process, Identify gaps in your process and redundancies, Streamline by creating canned emails and templates, Create phases and milestones to build accountability, and Outsource and automate Melissa recommends Dubsado, a CRM tool that covers your automation, has a scheduler built into it, and has the ability to automate invoicing Popular project management tools are Asana, Trello and ClickUp, Melissa explains that if you are a checklist type of person you will probably prefer Asana's approach and if you're into visuals you will probably prefer Trello How even if you don't have a lot of clients, but your goal is to grow, and you have the time now to get things into a system, it can be very beneficial to just get started versus waiting to do it so you're prepared for the future Most business owners Melissa works with report saving 5 hours per week which gives them time to spend doing other things to help grow their business or helps give them some breathing room Why Melissa thinks there is a moment when it's too soon to focus on your systems and processes; this might be if you are still refining your services and offers, or you're still playing with who your target audience is, deciding on price points, etc. Melissa explains that you can begin small with automation and just start with automating your invoicing, getting some questionnaires out automatically, or a quick onboarding workflow that can deliver the proposal, contract and a welcome email How it depends on timing and the phase of business the business owner is in when deciding to implement systems and how it might not even be the business owner who realizes something needs to be done Melissa explains her Asana project, where she has different steps set up for her process that help keeps her on track Melissa noticed when she first started working with business owners, they would spend most of their deep dive strategy session searching for their contract or updating the questionnaire so she decided to add a kick-off call to her process and give them some automated resources Melissa's experience moving from one city to another during a pandemic and explains she is just as intentional in her personal life as she is in her business and created checklists for moving and a timeline for moving If you are listening and want to get started, Melissa suggests getting some canned emails, getting your contracts and proposals together, and remember that you can start small Connect with Melissa on Facebook, on her website and check out her Automation Roadmap that will outline your first steps for getting automated Links mentioned: Connect with Melissa on Facebook  Melissa's Website Melissa's Automation Roadmap   Like what you heard? 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In this episode of Barbell Vitality, Brent speaks with health and fitness coach Melissa Gatto. The Ohio native graduated from college with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and built up a strong background in a variety of dance forms, from classical ballet, to musical theatre, to tap, among others. Six months following her graduation, she moved to New York City where she danced professionally for the next five years. Upon her retirement, Melissa made her foray into the world of fitness through Crossfit, and eventually made the exciting decision to become a certified trainer.While Melissa loved her career in dance, she laments the intense physical toll it took on her body, not to mention the body dysmorphia she quietly endured as a relatively muscular individual in the professional ballet scene. Even after her retirement, Melissa’s body dysmorphia carried over into Crossfit. She learned to chip away at it over time through therapy, meditation, and journaling in order to “heal old trauma and old wounds, and just let go of negative thoughts around my body and what I feel needs to change”.Melissa also had to work on creating a healthier relationship with food. While she was able to consistently perform as a dancer without much consideration regarding her diet, entering Crossfit in her late 20s was a different story. She might have gotten lean, but she was constantly tired. Melissa experimented with different diets, some leaning her out better than others. Over time, she was forced to consider how nutrition affected her energy levels, lifestyle, and general fitness beyond simply how she looked.Listen in and learn how Melissa practices mindful meditation to keep positive thoughts at the forefront of her thoughts, how she rebuilt her relationship with food after leaving dance, the importance of listening to your body, and best practices for ensuring your body is running on the right type and amount of food.Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: ● [00:48] Melissa’s background● [06:00] How dancing full-time affected Melissa’s body over the years● [10:15] How Melissa deals with her body dysmorphia● [14:34] Why Melissa became inspired to train with weights● [17:39] Discovering the importance of nutrition● [24:26] How Melissa’s calorie count as a dancer changed as a Crossfitter● [30:39] Melissa’s philosophy around nutrition and how she coaches her clients● [40:40] Melissa’s advice for those suffering with body dysmorphia or getting started with their fitness journey● [42:08] Melissa’s favorite thing about Austin Memorable Quotes:“Find something that you can get lost in and keep improving upon for a long period of time, instead of necessarily always focusing on your looks.”“We can’t always be in a cut. Where we should be living is maintenance.”“I believe in sustainable habits and flexible dieting. What we eat is our diet. I do not believe in restrictive diets, at all.”“If you don’t physically enjoy eating it, don’t eat it.”“The media has brainwashed us to think that we have to not eat in order to lose weight. That can’t be further from the truth.”“When looking to optimize your nutrition, give yourself some grace and add in the good stuff, because adding in more of the good stuff is going to eventually take the bad stuff out.”Ask Melissa how she can help you along your journey to better fitness and nutrition on Instagram

In Episode 7, I am talking to Influencer @MelissaChanel In this episode, you’ll hear: How Melissa has built an engaged and loyal audience How Melissa turned her love for kicks into a community How Melissa balances creating content, and working as the Global Communications lead for Cantu Stay Connected with Guest Melissa Chanel: Melissa's Instagram Melissa's Blog Kicksandfro's Instagram Stay Connected with Host Majesty Acheampong Majesty's Website Majesty's Instagram Ignite Your Influence Website Ignite Your Influence Instagram Want to attend the Ignite Your Influence Virtual Experience? Check out Igniteyourinfluence.co for event details. Background on Melissa: A Global Communications Lead by day & creative by day & night, Melissa Cantey wears many hats. She’s most known for her lifestyle blog MelissaChanel.com where she covers everything from personal style & blogging tips to her travels and her massive sneaker collection. In May of 2017 Melissa gave birth to Kicks and Fros: a digital platform to share two things black women & sneaker culture! This platform has women rocking two things—creative & the most sought after kicks and their beautiful, natural fros. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/majesty-acheampong/support

Melissa Gallico is a former military intelligence officer, Fulbright Scholar and intelligence specialist at the FBI where she instructed classes for FBI analysts at Quantico and provided support for national security investigations. She graduated with honors from Georgetown University with a major in science, technology, and international affairs (STIA). She also has a masters degree in international security from the University of St. Andrews in the United Kingdom. The Hidden Cause of Acne is her first book.  Website: HiddenCauseofAcne.com  Instagram: @MelissaGallico  Twitter: @MelissaGallico   We discuss: How Melissa figured out that her acne was triggered by fluoride   How common is acne caused by fluoride Why is fluoride added to water? What are the supposed health benefits What is the best way to know if acne is caused by fluoride?  Halogens - the iodine, chlorine & fluoride connection How to support fluoride detoxification Mentioned: The Iodine Crisishttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Iodine-Crisis-What-About-Wreck/dp/098603200X   Iodine Why You Need Ithttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Iodine-Why-Need-David-Brownstein/dp/0966088239   -------- Got a podcast question? Send you emails to hormonesinharmony@gmail.com  Enjoyed this episode? Leave me a rating and review so that I can share this podcast with more women Want more from me? You can find me online…


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My dear friend and Chakra healer, Melissa Yahia, joins me today to discuss the importance of seeking clarity from within and trusting your intuition. We discuss how she helped me through a period of ‘stuckness’ and how it paved the path to become who I am today. We discuss why intuition and metaphysics are considered a ‘taboo’ concept and why we believe it is your intuitive connections that allow real meaning and happiness to flourish. We discuss why most people need to hit ‘rock bottom’ before they can discover a new path toward happiness and fulfillment, how burying feelings like anger impacts your physical, mental, and emotional health and the role that empathy plays in dealing with these emotions. Melissa also shares her prediction for what the future may hold after the coronavirus pandemic has subsided and her advice for reclaiming your power as a human and regain your momentum. “Trust YOUR inner guide. Trust YOUR information. Trust your intuition.” - Melissa Yahia This week on Insert:Human How Melissa helped me through my ‘stuckness’ and how it transformed my life Why intuition and metaphysical experiences are considered ‘taboo’ in society and why it’s in these connections that real meaning and happiness can flourish How Melissa found clarity in herself and her life by looking within The concept of The Tree of Empathy and its role in removing deeply buried anger Melissa’s predictions for what the future holds after the COVID-19 pandemic is over Why Melissa believes our true power as human beings is our level of consciousness and awareness Melissa’s advice for getting unstuck and taking back your power to gain momentum The importance of following your intuition and stepping out of your comfort zone   Resources Mentioned: Book: Lotus Flower Living by Julie Matheson Book: Power vs. Force by David R. Hawkins, M.D. Ph.D   Insert:Human - For a Better Life & Better World Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Insert:Human with your host, Chris Colbert. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts to subscribe to the show and leave a review. Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media to help us reach more seekers and problem-solvers, like you. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Linkedin, and for more content and useful information, visit our website and claim your free copy of the first chapter of our upcoming book, Technology is Dead.

Melissa Mann is a certified translator, conference interpreter, voiceover artist, and language-services consultant who specializes in crafting messages across languages. She is a graduate of Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service, a globetrotter who has lived and worked in the US, Mexico, and Brazil, a member of AIIC, APIC, and SINTRA, and certified by ATA and ABRATES. When not running or woodworking, she shares her insights on Big Booth Words, Take It From a Translator, and Goodreads. Her website is http://arbor-tr.com/.Date of interview: April 10, 2020 Topics included in this interview include:How Melissa got started as an interpreter, including what sort of education and training she pursuedHow much she works remotely and how much in person, and whereHow and why Melissa started working as a remote interpreterThe ideal types of meetings for remote conference interpretingFatigue in remote interpretingWhat remote interpreters should NOT doHow to explain to clients what needs to happen  for a remote interpreting event to be successfulTurn-taking in remote interpretingConference interpreting market in the United States and BrazilClient educationBoothmate dynamics Rapid-fire questions Resources mentioned in this episode:Training courses:CCIC:   http://www.cciconline.net/  CCICDaniele Fonseca (part of Coletivo Intérpretes): https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielefonsecainterpreteaiicco>lab: https://colabinterpreting.com/EPIC, a course hosted by Língua Franca: http://lftraducoes.com.br/HIIT, offered by Versão Brasileira: http://www.versaobrasileira.com/Melissa's favorite podcast:The Allusionist: https://www.theallusionist.org/ 

Melissa Christenson is a cosmetic chemist with degrees in both chemistry and marketing, plus over two decades of experience in product development and brand management. She partners with both emerging and established brands to lead the research and development of clean and effective health, beauty, and lifestyle innovations. Leveraging the duality of her experience, she bridges the gap between R&D and marketing by crafting clean and sustainable formulations and translating technical language into consumer-friendly and value-driven benefits. She’s also the founding partner in the new natural deodorant brand, Hume Supernatural. She has all the knowledge you need to know about how to take care of yourself using clean, healthy products. You will learn about... (02:27) How Melissa got started in clean beauty (08:51) How harsh ingredients are being replaced with plant-based products (17:04) The processed ingredients that we do need for performance and feel (27:42) Inside the regulation process for clean ingredients (36:03) The potential risks of holistic, food-grade ingredients (41:26) How Hume natural deodorant was developed (53:47) Developing fragrances with synthetic and natural ingredients Resources: humesupernatural.com (https://humesupernatural.com/) Instagram: @humesupernatural (https://www.instagram.com/humesupernatural/) Facebook: www.facebook.com/humesupernatural (https://www.facebook.com/humesupernatural) Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com (https://kellyleveque.com/) Instagram: @bewellbykelly (https://www.instagram.com/bewellbykelly/) Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly (https://www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly/) Be Well By Kelly is a production of (http://crate.media)

We all face obstacles in our lives; whether single parenthood, financial struggles, health issues, or loss, Melissa Prince is here to tell us why we can't let hardship or challenge stop us from living the life we love. Melissa is an adventure mama who adores the outdoors & has been a single parent since pregnancy. She makes accommodations in her schedule to do the things she loves with her 2 year old son in tow. Today she shares how you can "have it all" even if you find yourself in a hard position in life.  Today we discuss:  How Melissa has been a single mama since pregancy How us mamas don't normally draw attention to ourselves Mental health challenges and how it's so common for mamas Melissa's cure for her propensity for anxiety  How sometimes it's hard to ask for help  How the outdoors has helped her confidence The challenges of traveling outdoors with kids How she didn't always love the outdoors  Why we can start outdoor adventures at any time  How exercise relieves stress Navigating nap schedules and outdoor adventures with kids How she doesn't let single motherhood stop her from living the life she loves The challenges of not fitting into one motherhood "box"  Owning our story and speaking our truths    Mamas! How are you doing during this time of social isolation? Come follow me @soulmammaspodcast where I go live on subjects pertinent to what's going on in the world now, and tools and tips for mama self care during this time.  Find your Soul Mamma Calling in FOUR STEPS FREE PDF Keep an eye out for my new site where you can check out past episodes, free pdf's, coaching links and my NEW COURSE Uncover your Purpose in Ten Steps! Super excited about this one mamas! email me nicole@soulmammas.com for questions.  New PDF on the website https://www.soulmammas.com Pick Up your Freebie on Stepping into your Soul as Mammas today!  Follow me on Instagram here!       

When people understand what makes real estate work, that’s when the magic starts to happen. After Melissa got dragged into real estate by her husband Carey, she ended up being the marketing person for their operation. And because of her persistence in following-up on leads, I knew I had to partner with her. Melissa just gets what real estate is all about!I’m a systems-oriented person, and that’s what I bring to the table as a real estate coach. I help my clients create a system that lets them scale in a way that brings them more leads, more deals, and more money. When I started working with Melissa, she was making two or three thousand dollars a deal, and she just thought that she’d made it. I helped her shift her mindset so that she could start making ten to fifteen thousand a deal, and living her dream life in Florida.We can’t stamp our authority on the market we’re doing business in. I share my philosophy for how to adapt to the ever-changing predictions we’re constantly getting as we deal with the pandemic. And despite all of the uncertainty that so many of us have experienced, Melissa and Carey have made $100,000, and they’re going to tell you how.I firmly believe that you’re only as good as your network. Listen to how Melissa and Carey combined their strengths, outsourced their weaknesses, and built real relationships that have helped carry them through the pandemic. Pay attention to what you really need to be paying attention to so that you can succeed through uncertainty.If you’re looking for a real estate coach, fill out the form on my REI Network site, and I’d love to see if we’re a good fit to work together.What's Inside:What's Inside:—The number one thing to do that will help you close leads.—Why you’re only as good as your team.—How Melissa and Carey have outsourced their weaknesses.—Why you should stop worrying about what’s happening and what you should really pay attention to.

Do you feel like you need permission to say that you have an idea worth committing to? Are you trying to prove to yourself and others that you have value? Imagine how free you would feel if those thoughts weren’t holding you back.   Today’s guest, Melissa Webb, felt like she needed permission. She even asked for my permission, and you know what I told her? Of course you have my permission but you don’t NEED it. Lifting that mindset block changed everything. She went from trying to please everyone and doing way too much, to offering a simplified service to an audience she truly wanted to serve.   Melissa Webb creates online writing communities to support and encourage families in home education. She is the owner and creator of Write On! Melissa is a published children's book author and a co-host on The Mel & Kel Show podcast.   Melissa is a former teacher who left the classroom to start an online business teaching writing to home school teachers. I asked her to join me today to share her journey from making money as a side hustle to going full time with her business, and the struggles that she's faced along the way. From mindset blocks to moving beyond referrals and creating a predictable stream of leads in sales.   On Today’s Show You’ll Learn: How Melissa transitioned from teaching to starting an online course How to stop asking for permission Why you should take time to reflect on where you’ve been The problem with trying to please everyone, and how to stop How changing your mindset will grow your business Why simplifying your offers will attract more business The importance of thinking about your thinking How Melissa overcame fear around using Facebook and Instagram ads How hiring help can prepare you to handle growth   If you’re ready to stop asking for permission and break down those mindset blocks, this is the episode for you! It’s time to stop trying to prove yourself, and start scaling the business you really want!   If you're an online expert like Melissa, and you'd like my help taking your online business to the next level, I invite you to apply for my new monthly accelerator coaching and mastermind program. If you're an online expert who has already achieved a certain level of success, but you’re not sure how to get to the next level, what you don’t need is another course or more books to read. You need a cohesive growth strategy, coaching, support, accountability and community. Apply now for my monthly accelerator program at www.rickmulready.com/accelerator. Full show notes available at www.rickmulready.com/402  

How have you been navigating grocery shopping, cooking, and meal planning during quarantine? My habits certainly have changed, and I've talked about it on the show over the past few months. So this week, I thought it would be fun to hear from three fellow dietitian friends and podcast hosts to see how they're coping with the new normal and how their cooking, shopping, and eating habits have evolved over the past few months. Tune in for tips on turning dinner into tasty lunch leftovers the next day; how to bust through dinnertime boredom by trying new "out of the box" recipes; and why you don't have to feel guilty if you're not baking your own sourdough bread. Amber Pankonin hails from the great state of Nebraska. She hosts the Healthy Under Pressure podcast, where she interviews entrepreneurs about how they thrive and grow even when faced with daily stresses and challenges. Amber has important words of wisdom for each of us about giving ourselves a break during difficult times and not feeling like we have to be Wonder Woman or Superman right now. She reminds us that we don’t have to play the comparison game. I am not making sourdough bread at home, and I’m no longer feeling guilty about it.  David Orozco is a “guy-e-titian” who hosts the One Small Bite podcast where he addresses nutrition topics for men. He joins us from Georgia with survival stories from his home kitchen. Every night he’s there with his wife and daughter as they prepare healthy dinner meals that double up as lunch the next day. No PB & J for this guy-e-titian! Melissa Joy Dobbins, from Illinois, hosts the Sound Bites podcast. She has a magical way of taking the latest science and nutrition and translating it into essential news that we can all use. She’s home with her husband and two kids now, and she’s craving variety because she’s bored with the same old meals. You could say that the pandemic has brought out the chef in Melissa as she has explored new mealtime creations. She’ll share her inspiration with us.    Show Highlights: From Amber: Get to know Amber and her podcast How we stay healthy during stressful times: Take care of yourself Don’t play the comparison game Give yourself grace How Amber’s shopping habits have changed as she is more intentional about food waste and more experimental in the kitchen Liz’s dinner plans for tonight: Asparagus Quiche (check out the recipe in Resources!) Why Amber is more intentional about meal planning How living in Nebraska gives Amber access to local meat and produce directly from the farmers From David: Get to know David and his podcast that’s geared to men How David is handling the pandemic with weekly grocery trips that include masks, gloves, and extra cleaning measures The biggest difference for David and his family is that they are home together for all three meals---and the dishwasher runs almost non-stop Repurposing family dinners for lunch the next day: Cuban Pork Sandwiches made from leftover tenderloin Buddha Bowls made with leftover tofu stir-fry Why handmade pizza is a favorite for dinner--and breakfast--and lunch David’s Colombian roots, his childhood in NJ, and the last 30 years in Atlanta From Melissa: Get to know Melissa, her podcast, and her family How Melissa has coped by shopping less often, mostly buying the same foods, but keeping more junk food on hand The changes in Melissa’s household: her husband has started making homemade bread again, and they have made homemade birthday cakes Why dinnertime for Melissa’s family has included more variety and more comfort food How Melissa finds one-pot inspiration from Shelley Rael’s The One-Pot Weight Loss Plan cookbook Why ordering takeout has become a huge treat for the family Melissa’s advice for feeding a family during a pandemic: “Find what works for you.”   Resources: Links for Amber: Amber’s website: www.stirlist.com Amber’s podcast: www.healthyunderpressure.com Instagram: @RDamber Twitter: @RDamber Liz’s Asparagus Quiche:  https://www.lizshealthytable.com/2014/06/06/crustless-asparagus-quiche/ Liz’s cookbooks that she’s revisiting: https://www.lizshealthytable.com/cookbooks/  Links for David: David’s website: https://www.onesmallbite.net David’s podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-small-bite/id1492400550 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david_tdwellness/ Links for Melissa::  Melissa’s podcast: https://www.soundbitesrd.com/podcast/  Instagram: @melissajoyrd Twitter: @melissajoyrd Facebook: @MelissaJoyDobbinsSoundBites  Do More with Dinner initiative: https://www.soundbitesrd.com/download-m-o-r-e-dinner-kit/  Joan Nathan’s chicken soup: https://food52.com/blog/6142-joan-nathan-s-chosen-matzo-ball-soup  The One-Pot Weight Loss Plan by Shelley Rael, MS, RDN

How have you been navigating grocery shopping, cooking, and meal planning during quarantine? My habits certainly have changed, and I've talked about it on the show over the past few months. So this week, I thought it would be fun to hear from three fellow dietitian friends and podcast hosts to see how they're coping with the new normal and how their cooking, shopping, and eating habits have evolved over the past few months. Tune in for tips on turning dinner into tasty lunch leftovers the next day; how to bust through dinnertime boredom by trying new "out of the box" recipes; and why you don't have to feel guilty if you're not baking your own sourdough bread. Amber Pankonin hails from the great state of Nebraska. She hosts the Healthy Under Pressure podcast, where she interviews entrepreneurs about how they thrive and grow even when faced with daily stresses and challenges. Amber has important words of wisdom for each of us about giving ourselves a break during difficult times and not feeling like we have to be Wonder Woman or Superman right now. She reminds us that we don’t have to play the comparison game. I am not making sourdough bread at home, and I’m no longer feeling guilty about it.  David Orozco is a “guy-e-titian” who hosts the One Small Bite podcast where he addresses nutrition topics for men. He joins us from Georgia with survival stories from his home kitchen. Every night he’s there with his wife and daughter as they prepare healthy dinner meals that double up as lunch the next day. No PB & J for this guy-e-titian! Melissa Joy Dobbins, from Illinois, hosts the Sound Bites podcast. She has a magical way of taking the latest science and nutrition and translating it into essential news that we can all use. She’s home with her husband and two kids now, and she’s craving variety because she’s bored with the same old meals. You could say that the pandemic has brought out the chef in Melissa as she has explored new mealtime creations. She’ll share her inspiration with us.    Show Highlights: From Amber: Get to know Amber and her podcast How we stay healthy during stressful times: Take care of yourself Don’t play the comparison game Give yourself grace How Amber’s shopping habits have changed as she is more intentional about food waste and more experimental in the kitchen Liz’s dinner plans for tonight: Asparagus Quiche (check out the recipe in Resources!) Why Amber is more intentional about meal planning How living in Nebraska gives Amber access to local meat and produce directly from the farmers From David: Get to know David and his podcast that’s geared to men How David is handling the pandemic with weekly grocery trips that include masks, gloves, and extra cleaning measures The biggest difference for David and his family is that they are home together for all three meals---and the dishwasher runs almost non-stop Repurposing family dinners for lunch the next day: Cuban Pork Sandwiches made from leftover tenderloin Buddha Bowls made with leftover tofu stir-fry Why handmade pizza is a favorite for dinner--and breakfast--and lunch David’s Colombian roots, his childhood in NJ, and the last 30 years in Atlanta From Melissa: Get to know Melissa, her podcast, and her family How Melissa has coped by shopping less often, mostly buying the same foods, but keeping more junk food on hand The changes in Melissa’s household: her husband has started making homemade bread again, and they have made homemade birthday cakes Why dinnertime for Melissa’s family has included more variety and more comfort food How Melissa finds one-pot inspiration from Shelley Rael’s The One-Pot Weight Loss Plan cookbook Why ordering takeout has become a huge treat for the family Melissa’s advice for feeding a family during a pandemic: “Find what works for you.”   Resources: Links for Amber: Amber’s website: www.stirlist.com Amber’s podcast: www.healthyunderpressure.com Instagram: @RDamber Twitter: @RDamber Liz’s Asparagus Quiche:  https://www.lizshealthytable.com/2014/06/06/crustless-asparagus-quiche/ Liz’s cookbooks that she’s revisiting: https://www.lizshealthytable.com/cookbooks/  Links for David: David’s website: https://www.onesmallbite.net David’s podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-small-bite/id1492400550 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david_tdwellness/ Links for Melissa::  Melissa’s podcast: https://www.soundbitesrd.com/podcast/  Instagram: @melissajoyrd Twitter: @melissajoyrd Facebook: @MelissaJoyDobbinsSoundBites  Do More with Dinner initiative: https://www.soundbitesrd.com/download-m-o-r-e-dinner-kit/  Joan Nathan’s chicken soup: https://food52.com/blog/6142-joan-nathan-s-chosen-matzo-ball-soup  The One-Pot Weight Loss Plan by Shelley Rael, MS, RDN

In this episode, Mark interviews Melissa Dalton Martinez, a publishing industry PR and marketing manager, marketing consultant, and media professional. Prior to the interview, Mark shares comments from recent episodes, a word about this episode's sponsor (the awesome Patrons of this podcast), and a personal update. In his personal update, Mark talks about the creative collaborative projects that he and his partner Liz have been working on - parody music videos, and how a chance in perspective looking at a bowl filled with broken egg yolks resulted in an unexpected and delicious breakfast that was better than what was originally planned.   In their interview Mark and Melissa talk about: Where the show that Melissa runs "The Book Break" runs and what the content of the episodes are How Melissa helps authors get onto various different media and the coaching that she does to prepare them for their appearances Melissa's entrance into the publishing world as a PAR representative in 2003 How Melissa is one of those "one more chapter" readers at bed time Why it is easier than ever right now to get interviewed by local media The way that Melissa can spin a story off of anything, and usually creates a minimum of about five story options before she begins to pitch to a particular media outlet Advice for the best way to approach pitching to media or a podcast as a potential guest How an author should go about crafting a pitch to a media professional The importance of going with what you know, and understanding the types of shows that the media outlet you are pitching has recently released Melissa's favorite way to craft a pitch How it is the guest's job to make it easy for the host/producer of the media outlet you are pitching to The reason why it's important to create a list of questions for the media outlet you are pitching to (and sometimes, also the answers you'll provide) Why it is important, whenever you're doing an interview to act as if the interview is live Methods of sending materials, such as pictures, to the producers, ahead of the broadcast, with suggestions of where the images might best be inserted within a segment The importance of the right author photo that is appropriate and relevant for your author brand Why a high resolution image is really important for television The way that professional reviews work, which ones are out there, and the options that an author has for a paid professional review Why professional reviews in spots such as Kirkus are important for library acquisition of books And more.... After the interview, Mark reflects on the importance of how it is the guest's job to make it as easy on the host, on the producer, as possible. in the same way that it's the book's description's job to make it as easy as possible for the ideal reader to want to have to buy and read a book. He also talks about how, with the Covid-19 related isolation taking place, that authors have greater opportunity for various media outlets that, prior, would have only been possible with physical proximity and having to be in the studio.   Links of Interest: Melissa's Website: The Book Break Sacha Black's Podcasts Findaway Voices Patreon for Stark Reflections Isolation Parody Songs (K-Tel Spoof Commercial) Spud Wars: A New Helplessness (Parody Movie Trailer) Stuck in this House here with You (Parody Music Video)   Melissa Dalton Martinez has worked in the publishing industry on and off as a PR and marketing manager, marketing consultant, and media professional since 2000. After graduating college in 2003, Melissa has helped others grow their careers, run her own businesses, spoken at countless conferences, helped coordinate many events, worked with radio, TV, newspapers, movies, podcasts, YouTube shows, and even became the producer and host of her own TV mini-series, The Book Break. In addition to The Book Break, Melissa works as a private marketing, branding, and media consultant; a marketing expert for Eschler Editing; and a book reviewer for various media outlets.   The introductory, end, and bumper music for this podcast (“Laser Groove”) was composed and produced by Kevin MacLeod of www.incompetech.com and is Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

This week Jesse sits down with the host of the Live With Audacity Podcast, Melissa Stuart! Melissa talks about fighting through phases of her life that were overshadowed by self-doubt, how Rachel Hollis resonated and inspired her, and how building a podcast has helped her find her personality. Topics: 0:40 – Melissa's story. 3:45 – How Melissa fought through periods of self-doubt. 6:50 – Messages from Rachel Hollis that resonated with Melissa. 15:25 – Melissa's podcast: “Live with audacity”. 20:45 – Staying true to yourself. 22:09 – Some highlights from Melissa's podcast. 30:30 – How did Melissa's podcast helped her personally. 32:13 – How has COVID-19 affected Melissa's endeavors. 37:09 – Melissa's on-line business. 41:55 – How to reach Melissa.

Should we give up on podcast guesting when everyone is home? Many of us are experiencing an abundance of humans being home with us, needing our attention, and using our internet. ;) In times like this, whether it’s summer break, the holidays, or yes, a global pandemic, it might seem like the best solution is to nix pitching yourself for visibility opportunities and to let your business take a seat on the backburner for a bit. In this conversation with Melissa Corkum, we discuss why now, more than ever,  is the ideal time for you to get out there and share your expertise with podcast audiences. Melissa is a writer, speaker, life coach and Empowered to Connect Parent Trainer. She is also a student on the Go Pitch Yourself training program, who used what she has learned to pitch herself to me!  As someone who has, at times, home-schooled her six children, she offers some great tips which have enabled her to carry on her business alongside running a busy family home. Plus she also talks about her most important take-aways from the Go Pitch Yourself program. Topics covered include: How Melissa pivoted her business offer, using what she learned in the Go Pitch Yourself program, to pitch herself to me to serve my audience Melissa’s wisdom on the mindset we should consider adopting as we look to thrive in this new ‘normal.’ Melissa’s experiences of home-schooling her family and tips and tricks that can help you to maintain your business when your house is suddenly full of people! The reasons why you should still be pitching yourself The benefits Melissa has gained through being part of the Go Pitch Yourself program Resources mentioned in this episode: Get your free downloadable version of Angie's roadmap for podcast pitching success to be notified when the Go Pitch Yourself program reopens Book a discovery call to see if Angie can support YOUR visibility needs Follow Angie on Instagram - and submit your screenshots when you're ready to Go Pitch Yourself Get more info at Angie's website including details of the Go Pitch Yourself program and her upcoming FREE masterclass Visit The Cork Board and get the FREE Parent Success Plan video training Listen to Melissa’s podcast, The Adoption Connection Melissa on Instagram, Twitter and YouTube Visit The Cork Board Facebook page Now it’s time for you to get out there and Go Pitch Yourself! Be sure to screenshot this episode and tag me on Instagram @angie_trueblood and let me know that you are ready to #gopitchyourself! I’ll add your post to my story and help you spread the word!  Can’t wait to connect again! Feel like you need a little support in getting started pitching yourself? >>> Get a free downloadable version of my roadmap for podcast pitching success   Subscribe & Review in Apple Podcasts Are you subscribed to the podcast? If not, I’d love for you to do that today so you don’t miss ANY episodes. Click here to subscribe in Apple Podcasts! And, if you are SUPER pumped about the show, I would be so thankful if you would pop over to Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Crazy enough, reviews help other folks find my podcast and they help me get a real sense of what you love about the show. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. Much love, friend. Special thanks to Steve Woodward at The Podcasting Editor for handling all the behind-the-scenes tech pieces of production.

Are you pulling together promotions without rhyme or reason? How about drawing up a deal only to realize once people are buying that it actually doesn’t serve your long-term business sustainability? Don’t fret, that’s what today’s podcast episode is for!    In this episode, I’m joined again by my Growth Factor students, Sara and Melissa of Sykes & Lanno Skinbar, who are knocking it out of the park with crafting promotions for maximum profitability. In fact, this skill helped them meet a big monthly revenue goal in a matter of a few hours, and today they’re sharing their top tips and ways of thinking through promotion creation so that your clients aren’t the only ones benefiting.    In this episode, we discuss: How to leverage promotions as a powerful tool right at the time you need them most to meet your goals Why it pays to have go-to promotions in your backpocket  How Melissa and Sara craft, plan, and prep for their promotions How they navigate discounting, and the key metrics they look for to ensure maximum profitability on a promotion   To read the full show notes for this episode and connect with all the resources mentioned in this episode, visit: http://www.addoaesthetics.com/blog/130   Keep the conversation going inside the Spa Marketing Made Easy Community by clicking here. 

Melissa Dusette is a personal branding photographer from Ann Arbor Michigan. Today we talk about what is personal branding photography and how we can add it to the services we offer. In This Episode You'll Learn: The unconventional way Melissa got her start in photography What aspect of photography Melissa struggled with most to learn What is personal branding photography and why its important Whats the difference between a portrait or headshot session and a personal branding photography session What Melissa looks for to nail her personal branding sessions How Melissa had to make do with the gear she had to complete a job Premium Members Also Learn: How clients find Melissa to book a personal branding session How we can add personal branding photography services to increase our revenue How to create packages for personal branding photography What 3 questions you can ask to bring your clients more business and build them out a marketing plan Resources: Melissa Dusette’s website Melissa Dusette on Instagram Melissa Dusette on Facebook

In this podcast I interview the incredible creator and founder of Whole30 and bestselling author, Melissa Urban, on her health journey, dealing with trauma, how to recover from addiction, how to help someone who is battling with depression and much more!   Melissa didn’t just wake up on day and decide to found the Whole30 movement. Her journey to health was a long one: even though she grew up in a good home, she was sexually abused by a family member as a teenager. To suppress the trauma, she turned to drugs, and what started off as a distraction soon became an addiction. She tried to hold in her pain, and started self-destructing internally—trauma and pain cannot be suppressed, and will manifest in other areas of our lives if we do not embrace, acknowledge and deal with the hard stuff in life.    Podcast Time Highlights:   2:34 What inspired the Whole30 movement?   4:08, 43:00 How community lays the foundation for true success   6:00, 8:08 How Melissa overcame her drug addiction   19:08 How we are not defined by any one part of our story   20:42 How to heal from divorce   27:11 Why is mental health so important?    31:06 How to help someone who is depressed and suicidal   39:40 Is there such a thing as work-life balance?   41:31 Melissa’s spiritual journey   43:00 What is it like to run Whole30?   47:55 Melissa’s favorite foods and recipes   50:21 How to deal with negative criticism and feedback    53:42 Are there any wellness trends we should avoid?   Whole30 program: whole30.com   instagram, twitter, and facebook: @whole30   Whole30 books: whole30.com/books   Melissa's personal instagram: @melissau     Melissa's AMAZING podcast: whole30.com/podcast     For additional resources to help you on your mental health healing journey:   Get my new 21 day brain detox program here: https://theswitch.app   Register now for my 2020 Mental Health Summit Dec 3-5 in Dallas, TX! Early bird sale ends 3/31: https://www.drleafconference.com   Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!)   Special offers from our sponsors:   -Blinkist (the best app to help you get more reading done and build your brain!): To get your free week on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription see: https://www.blinkist.com/nc/partners/cleaning-up-the-mental-mess -Ritual (my favorite multivitamin): To get 10% off your first three months of Ritual multivitamins see: https://ritual.com/drleaf -LOLA (my favorite go to company for the best quality tampons and pads!): To get 30% off your LOLA feminine products $5 Trial Set today visit https://www.mylola.com and enter DRLEAF at checkout.  -Noom (the best program out there to help you develop and stick to healthy goals): http://noom.com/DRLEAF   Follow me on social media for daily mental self-care tips! Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/ Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf  If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media! For podcast sponsorship inquiries, questions regarding the episode, or topic suggestions please email dominique@drleaf.com Dr. Leaf no longer runs a private practice or takes individual patients. If you are looking for a therapist we recommend BetterHelp, an online counseling platform that offers affordable and accessible mental health care tailored to your individual needs. Visit our sponsor here https://betterhelp.com/drleaf for more details and to find a therapist.

If we had a dollar for everyone who asked how to treat their “hormonal imbalance”, we’d be rich. The truth is, there’s a lot of confusion about what hormone balance really means. Our guest today is THE women’s hormone guru, and she’s here to set the record straight.  Melissa Groves, aka @the.hormone.dietitian is an integrative registered dietitian, specializing in women's health and hormone issues, including PCOS and fertility. She uses a functional medicine, food-first approach that combines holistic lifestyle changes with evidence-based medicine.   Tune in to learn: -The most common hormone-related conditions that Melissa encounters--and how she treats them -Other factors (besides food) that affect hormones -How Melissa incorporates Health at Every Size (#HAES) into her practice, especially when medical providers constantly pressure her patients to lose weight -Practical things you can do to optimize your health and hormones, starting today For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast.   HOOKUP CODES: ANCIENT NUTRITION: Get $10 off at www.ancientnutrition.com using the promo code FOODHEAVEN   Produced by Dear Media

Today Dani talks with Melissa Mackey and they discuss a handful of power topics such as anxiety, coping mechanisms, the power of breath and movement, and so much more. Melissa dives deep into her own experience with anxiety and talks about how she’s consciously chosen not to identify as an “anxious person” just simply someone who experiences anxiety.  She talks about the ways in which she copes with anxiety and gives us actionable steps to feel lighter and more embodied. M reminds us that we always have the opportunity to get back to the essence of who we are no matter how far we drift away and it’s from this essential part of us where we can truly expand, thrive, and enjoy life.  They also discussed:  International travel  Her job as an architectural consultant in West LA  Melissa’s childhood and some of her people pleasing tendencies  Her rebellious streak  How becoming a co-owner of NOW Yoga practically fell in her lap  How Melissa infuses her own anxiety coping mechanisms into her yoga teaching  Moving from a place of lack and scarcity to abundance  How to watch your thoughts  The importance of identifying your triggers when you are experiencing anxiety  Locating your patterns through dump journaling  How to ride the waves of anxiety  Realigning thoughts  Show Links:  Melissa’s Retreat in Bali  The Montana Retreat House — book your stay!  The Cozy Roller — book your stay!  Carve a Spoon with Dani  Connect with Melissa:  Instagram  Email Connect with Dani:  Instagram  Website  Email  Newsletter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dani-boltz/message

Hemp and cannabis are getting ready to disrupt one of the biggest industries in the world: beauty and skincare. Here to tell us about it is Melissa Jochim of High Beauty, a cannabis-infused cosmetics brand that’s hitting shelves in stores across the world, including the multinational beauty chain Sephora. Use promo code “Insider” for a discount on your purchase at https://highbeauty.com  Key Takeaways: Melissa’s background in cannabis and how she came to start High Beauty An inside look at High Beauty and its mission to make canna-beauty products mainstream Current perceptions surrounding cannabis in the beauty and skincare space How hemp benefits the health and appearance of our skin The different products High Beauty now has to offer from masks to moisturizers A breakdown of the chemistry involved in creating cannabis-infused cosmetics Where High Beauty is available for purchase, including Sephora and Macy’s How Melissa sees the canna-beauty market evolving over the next few years

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Imagine a 10-year-old student is invited to your staff meeting, and he stands courageously in front of 60 to 80 adults. His task to present the data which he's researched and collected on staff implementation of a new aspect of a student-designed curriculum. The results are that only half the staff is implementing with fidelity, and the student challenges the team to level up their game. You are probably wondering how you can give your students such a voice. Our guest today tells us how she has managed to empower the students' voice in her school.  Listen in, get inspired, and learn. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  The birth of student voice empowerment in Melissa's school Challenges and setbacks when children are given so much voice Negative and positive impacts of student voice empowerment Implementing student voice empowerment Melissa's dream school    Key Milestones of the Episodes  [03:01]  Tip of the week.  [04:52]  Melissa Clark's Introduction  [08:08]  How Melissa started the student voice empowerment  [13:25]  Challenges and setbacks when students are given so much voice  [16:58]  Positive impacts from a student's voice  [23:24]  Everything is about learning  [28:57]  Melissa's top three priorities for her dream school   Key Quotes "The secret to improving our impact and to really make the change as leaders is to ask students what they need." "As teachers that we underestimate the power of a child."  "We discovered that the secret was to improve our impact as classroom teachers and to simply ask students what they need." "Student voice could go so much further than just making a difference in classroom practice. They're actually the untapped change agents within a school as well."   Key Resources   Pivot (online platform for student voice)   About Our Guest Melissa Clarke is a Principal and coach who has worked in primary schools for the last 20 years. Melissa believes strongly in providing teachers with ‘permission’ to try innovative practice and believes through coaching and personalised professional learning staff will be empowered to be the best they can be while ensuring all teachers are on a journey of ongoing improvement. Her interests include high quality literacy teaching in the classroom, visible learning and the activation of student voice to empower learners. Melissa has taught all grades from K-6 and worked with students from a range of backgrounds and support needs.   Tip of the Week Be the best at one thing: Be really darn good at one thing. Be an expert in that. Find what you're passionate about, be an expert in that and then hire others to be good at other things or empower your assistants to be good at the other things that you as a leader need to be active and an expert in at least one thing plus one to hire others.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP

Affiliate links are used in this content.   Thanks to VistaPrintfor sponsoring this episode of CTL. Get 500 high quality professional business cards for only $9.99 when you order from VistaPrint.com/LOVELY.   This week’s episode of CTL is also sponsored by Grove. As a CTL listener, you can get a FREE 5-piece Mrs. Meyers fall cleaning set at Grove.co/LOVELY, plus free shipping and a free 60-day VIP trial with your first order.     This week’s episode of CTL is brought to you by Away Travel. Use promo code LOVELY when you order from AwayTravel.com/LOVELY20for $20 Offan Away Suitcase. Show Notes-  This week on Cultivating the Lovely, MacKenzie Koppa interviews Melissa d'Arabian, author of Tasting Grace: Discovering the Power of Food to Connect Us to God, One Another, and Ourselves. Melissa has been a Food Network host and has written numerous columns and articles on food, in addition to being a wife and mother. In today's episode MacKenzie and Melissa chat about all things food and faith, including: Melissa shares a little of her own journey of seeking God's heart in the area of food How Melissa came to realize God's use of food to draw her and others closer to Himself Learning to see the significance of food as a picture in God's kingdom story Getting in touch with the creative nature of God through exercising our own creativity How Melissa stayed sane during the Food Network Star filming and competition   Cultivating an attitude of faith amidst the unexpected in our every day Learning the lesson of patience from food and taking it into our lives Melissa's experience in France and how that shifted her perspective on food Getting back in touch with the gift that food is by growing something yourself Melissa's mindset in using her own competitive advantage on Food Network The benefits of training in improvisation A typical day in Melissa's life Current Lovelies- Melissa: making her drive time more lovely by connecting with her daughter and listening to podcasts MacKenzie: decorating her car interior for fall to make her drive time a little more fun Resources Mentioned- Books: Tasting Grace Podcasts: For the Love with Jen Hatmaker Lewis Howes Goal Digger with Jenna Kutcher Rise Together with Rachel Hollis The Tim Ferriss Show Movies: Greatest Showman Hidden Figures Find Melissa- You can find Melissa on her website, melissadarabian.net. You can also follow her on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterestand Twitter. Find MacKenzie- You can find MacKenzie Koppa on Instagram, Facebook, and the CTL Facebook Group, of course! You can also listen to her family-friendly podcast The Same Page!