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Episode 151: Grab the Ultimate Ad Script right HERE - https://join.digitaltrailblazer.com/ultimate-ad-script Appearing on a podcast as a guest is an incredible opportunity to get in front of big audiences for free.Unfortunately, most people who appear on podcasts don't know what to do or say to really capitalize on their appearances in order to actually generate leads and sales.In this episode, podcast booking expert Jessica Rhodes gives us all the secrets about getting booked on podcasts as a guest expert and what to say and do in order to turn those listeners into hot leads and paying clients.About Jessica Rhodes: Jessica founded Interview Connections, the world's first and leading podcast booking agency in 2013, back when no other agencies like it existed.Since its founding, Interview Connections has booked over 30,000 podcast interviews for over 800 clients!Jessica is passionate about helping entrepreneurs who feel like the best-kept secret grow their business online through genuine, human-to-human connection. The podcast interviews Jessica and her team have booked have helped their clients generate millions of dollars in sales, sell thousands of books, and transform countless lives.Download Jessica's FREE Podcast Prep Checklist: https://interviewconnections.com/prepConnect with Jessica:https://interviewconnections.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-rhodes-9a291020/ https://www.instagram.com/interviewconnections/Grab the Ultimate Ad Script right HERE - https://join.digitaltrailblazer.com/ultimate-ad-script✅ Connect With Us:Website - https://DigitalTrailblazer.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/digitaltrailblazerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitaltrailblazerTwitter: https://twitter.com/DgtlTrailblazerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/DigitalTrailblazer

Yes, it's time for James to bang on about The Last Of Us again (sorry) but that's okay, because we have Charlie Brooker and Jessica Rhodes on the show to balance things out by talking Black Mirror Season 7 (37:05). Aside from forcing Kay to watch more ‘zomzies' in The Last Of Us (on Sky Atlantic), we also head over to Disney+ to watch Denise Gough take part in the playdate from hell in The Stolen Girl (1:28:19) and take a slightly surreal look at the world of self-sharpening drill bits (stay with us) in Government Cheese on Apple TV+ (1:39:46). Also, we'd love to get your feedback on the podcast so do head over and fill out our little questionnaire here: https://tinyurl.com/ms9u3z22(Episode 332)Note: time stamps are approximate as the ads throw them out, so are only meant as a guide. If you want to avoid this and would like the podcast entirely ad-free (as well as 17 hours early, with a second weekly show and spoiler specials) then sign up to Pilot+!

You want to be on podcasts! What a great way to be introduced to someone else's audience, share your story, and have people learn about your business and what problems you solve. However, there are some ways to blow that opportunity as a podcast guest. Jessica Rhodes founded Interview Connections back when no other agencies like it existed. She loves helping entrepreneurs who feel like the best-kept secret grow their business online through genuine, human-to-human connections. The podcast interviews Jessica and her team have booked have helped their clients generate millions of dollars in sales, sell thousands of books, and transform countless lives. Jessica has three important pillars for becoming a podcast guest.  The first pillar is the relationship with the podcast host. Many people leverage podcast guesting as a ticket to someone else's audience, but they don't focus on the host. Podcast interviewing is about networking, collaboration, and having a connection with another human being who's in your line of work and has your target market. Recognize the value of the interview, even if nobody listens to or downloads the show. The opportunity to answer questions, share a story, and reflect on how powerful what you're saying is valuable. Jessica recommends connecting with the host on social media and learning about their business.  "I don't think entrepreneurs really understand or know the amount of resources, time, and money that goes into having a podcast," says Jessica. "Whether there's 50 people listening or there's a thousand people listening." The second pillar of podcast guesting is repurposing the content: What stories are you talking about? What are you sharing? What anecdotes are you sharing? What are you saying about your story? Prepping the host by explaining what you will share will help you have a compelling interview. Jessica says it's important to have good-quality equipment, from learning how to use your microphone correctly to having good lighting. Some audience members might listen to audio only, while others might watch clips. When you give a good interview, there will be many clips that can be edited and leveraged on social media. The third pillar is to give a clear call to action. It should be free—it's not a webinar or a pitch. If you gave a good interview and people liked hearing from you for the first time, where can they get more? It might mean a discovery call or offers to join the guest's online community—whatever gets a conversation going. "There is so much less legwork on the back end once they opt-in versus an ad lead who's very cold and just kind of you caught their attention,” says Jessica. Podcasting can be a great way to generate warm leads. Jessica says this is all about being intentional with show selection. It expands and opens you up to audiences that aren't in your immediate circle of influence. Podcasting is a long-term strategy. Refine your message over time, and it's a skill to give a great podcast interview, whether you're a host or a guest. Stay visible and stay consistent. It also takes time for people to hear you.  The podcast industry is continuing to grow—the medium is not going anywhere. There are more than 3 million podcasts, and they are becoming more targeted and niche. This can mean a better return on investment because they're small podcasts with more concentrated listeners. “You're going to see really targeted small audiences that drive big results because you're in front of the right people,” says Jessica. At its core, podcasting is a networking strategy. “If one out of every 10 podcasters that interviews you, you guys end up doing something amazing together, that's incredible. So see the value in every interaction, every opportunity.” Check out Jessica's free Podcast Interview Prep Checklist:  Connect with Jessica Rhodes: https://interviewconnections.com/  Other GoG episodes you might want to check out: How to get the PERFECT guest to say yes to your podcast: https://youtu.be/Ta8bSk4bOG4  How to Make Money Podcasting (Without Burning Out!): https://sarahwalton.com/make-money-podcasting/ You can check out our podcast interviews on YouTube, too! http://bit.ly/YouTubeSWalton  Thank you so much for listening. I'm so honored that you're here and would be so grateful if you could leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts by clicking here, scrolling to the bottom, and clicking "Write a review." Then, we'll get to inspire even more people! (If you're not sure how to leave a review, you can watch this quick tutorial.) #PodcastTips #PodcastGuest #Podcasting #Interview #AskExperts #WomenInBusiness #PodcastHost #PodcastHelp #PodcastGuesting

In this episode of The Rainmaking Podcast, host Scott Love speaks with Jessica Rhodes, founder of Interview Connections, about how professionals can leverage podcast guest appearances to boost visibility, build credibility, and attract more clients. Jessica explains why guesting on podcasts is one of the most scalable, evergreen ways for professionals to share their expertise and develop trust with prospective clients. Unlike one-time events or short-form posts, podcast interviews allow audiences to hear your voice, connect emotionally, and consume your content over time—often leading to deeper engagement and qualified leads. Jessica outlines the steps to get started, including creating a compelling one-sheet, identifying shows that reach your ideal audience, and delivering value without being overly promotional. She also shares how to repurpose podcast content for email, social media, and outreach to prospects and clients. For rainmakers and service professionals looking for a high-impact visibility strategy, this episode offers a roadmap to becoming a sought-after podcast guest. Visit: https://therainmakingpodcast.com/ ---------------------------------------- This show is sponsored by Leopard Solutions Legal Intelligence Suite of products, Firmscape, and Leopard BI. Push ahead of the pack with the power of Leopard. For a free demo, visit this link: https://www.leopardsolutions.com/index.php/request-a-demo/ ---------------------------------------- Jessica Rhodes founded Interview Connections, the world's first and leading podcast booking agency in 2013, back when no other agencies like it existed. Since its founding, Interview Connections has booked over 30,000 podcast interviews for over 800 clients! Jessica is passionate about helping entrepreneurs who feel like the best-kept secret grow their business online through genuine, human-to-human connection. The podcast interviews Jessica and her team have booked have helped their clients generate millions of dollars in sales, sell thousands of books, and transform countless lives. Links: https://interviewconnections.com/prep-checklist/ https://www.instagram.com/interviewconnections/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-rhodes-9a291020/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=8227848 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To grab your free checklist, head to coachesconsole.com/getchecklist.Discover the powerful strategy of podcast guesting, a tool for coaches to generate leads and foster connections. Jessica Rhodes shares how appearances enhance brand awareness, create networking opportunities, and provide insights for business growth through stories and strategic calls to action.Jessica Rhodes is an entrepreneur, a podcaster, and the founder of Interview Connections.In this episode, Melinda and Jessica talk about:The effectiveness of podcast guesting as a strategy for coachesJessica Rhodes's background and the founding of Interview ConnectionsSteps to prepare for appearing on podcastsManaging expectations for podcast guesting and setting clear goalsStrategies for generating leads and potential clients through podcast guestingThe importance of call to action and storytelling in podcast interviewsLeveraging podcast guest appearances for networking and business growthRepurposing podcast content for online visibility and SEO benefitsTailoring messages for different podcast audiencesAdvice for new coaches on starting with podcast guesting“A little bit of tailoring to the target audience will go a long way in having the listener feel more of an emotional connection to you.” — Jessica RhodesGuest Bio:Jessica Rhodes founded Interview Connections, the world's first and leading podcast booking agency in 2013, back when no other agencies like it existed. Since its founding, Interview Connections has booked more than 30,000 podcast interviews for 800+ clients!With a background in door-to-door community organizing, Jessica is passionate about helping entrepreneurs who feel like the best-kept secret grow their business online through genuine, human-to-human connection. The podcast interviews Jessica and her team have booked have helped their clients generate millions of dollars in sales, sell thousands of books, and transform countless lives.Interview Connections was also awarded the 2022 Bronze Stevie Award for Marketing Agency of the Year and Podcast Booking Agency of the Year by Corporate Vision Magazine in 2021.When she's not talking about podcast guesting, Jessica can be found in a sauna + cold plunge, wrangling her backyard chickens, or serving as chauffeur to her very athletic kids!Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:MiraseeCoaches ConsoleMelinda's books: The Confident Coach and The Professional CoachJessica's website: InterviewConnections.comCredits:Host: Melinda CohanProducer and Editor: Michi LantzExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioTo catch the great episodes that are coming up on Just Between Coaches, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Music credits:Track Title: CloudsArtist Name: AcreageWriter Name: Marshall UsingerPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSTrack Title: Coastline DreamArtist Name: Wild SkyWriter Name: Adam SimonsPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist Name: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Stars & TreesArtist Name: Outside The SkyWriter Name: Dustin RansomPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.Episode transcript: Podcast Guesting for Coaches: Get Clients & Authority (Jessica Rhodes) coming soon.

Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! On this episode we'll be talking to Jessica Rhodes about How To Get On Podcasts to grow your business.   Connect with Founders Club Host Oliver Graf on Instagram: @OliverGraf360   Want to get featured on top podcasts and grow your brand? In this episode of Founders Club, host Oliver Graf sits down with Jessica Rhodes, founder of Interview Connections and a pioneer in podcast guesting. Jessica shares expert insights on how to craft the perfect pitch, find the right podcasts, and turn interviews into real business opportunities.   Do me a solid and…   Leave a 5 star review!   Find me on Instagram: @OliverGraf360 Founders Club TikTok: @FoundersClubPodcast Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/OliverGrafTV   Get on my VIP email list and get new episodes of Founders Club straight to you inbox: http://eepurl.com/g_L2Ev    Book me to speak: https://olivergraf.tv/speaking   Book a 1-on1 coaching session: https://calendly.com/olivergraf360/vip   ► JOIN OUR NATIONWIDE REAL ESTATE TEAM: https://www.100commissionrealestate.com  

Jessica Rhodes is the founder of Interview Connections, the world's first podcast booking agency, established in 2013. Since its inception, the agency has booked over 30,000 podcast interviews for more than 800 clients, solidifying its reputation as the leading podcast guesting agency. Discover how podcasts could become a huge part of your marketing angle and why they're so powerful, but first you have to have a compelling story to tell, that's the hardest part. Connect with Jessica Rhodes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-rhodes-9a291020/ How ready are you for PR? Check out our FREE quiz here to find out: https://pr-quiz.com    Want to connect? Find Nicola here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolajrowleypr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheCommunicationsCommunity Email: nicola@njrpr.com Website: https://www.nicolarowley.com

When your message is seen and heard by the right people, it will grow your businessJessica Rhodes is the Founder of Interview Connections, a pioneering podcast guest booking agency, author, and podcaster. She wanted to build a life she wanted and she left a successful career in the non-profit to become a stay-at-home mom. Jessica has built Interview Connections into a nearly seven-figure business and has now booked over 30,000 podcast interviews for more than 800 clients.Podcast guesting is a human-to-human relationship-building strategy, where entrepreneurs show up authentically and with presence, making a genuine connection with podcast hosts. Podcast guesting for online entrepreneurs is very important, especially for women entrepreneurs who want to expand their networks, build thought leadership, and attract ideal clients. She discusses how podcast guesting can help businesses gain visibility, make connections, and drive sales. Jessica initially worked with podcast hosts to book guests but later shifted to focusing on helping entrepreneurs become successful podcast guests due to demand. She stresses the importance of being mindful and present during podcast interviews, having good preparation, and taking action rather than waiting for everything to be perfect. You will fall in love with your voice with time! Women need to stop over-preparing and start taking action in sharing their message. It is important to see how men take immediate action while women often wait until they feel fully qualified. It is time to take action, be visible, and embrace the messiness of the journey!Snow Notes:▶️ Jessica started working on podcasts as a stay-at-home mom: her dad was her first client. 04:19

From a challenging childhood to leading a seven-figure agency, Jessica Rhodes recounts how her path led to success in the podcasting industry. Discover how focusing on the journey, not the destination, is key. Her story offers invaluable lessons on resilience, vision, and entrepreneurial success.Making It explores the lives and stories of entrepreneurs as they share their unique perspectives on their success and the path to making it.“It's not the number of hours that causes the burnout. It's how you feel about the work that you're doing.”— Jessica RhodesGuest Bio:Jessica Rhodes founded Interview Connections, the world's first and leading podcast booking agency in 2013, back when no other agencies like it existed. Since its founding, Interview Connections has booked over 30,000 podcast interviews for over 800 clients.With a background in door-to-door community organizing, Jessica is passionate about helping entrepreneurs who feel like the best-kept secret grow their business online through genuine, human-to-human connection. The podcast interviews Jessica and her team have booked have helped their clients generate millions of dollars in sales, sell thousands of books, and transform countless lives.Interview Connections was also awarded the 2022 Bronze Stevie Award for Marketing Agency of the Year and Podcast Booking Agency of the Year by Corporate Vision Magazine in 2021.When she's not talking about podcast guesting, Jessica can be found doing a sauna + cold plunge, wrangling her backyard chickens, or serving as chauffeur to her very athletic kids.Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:MiraseeJessica's website: Interview ConnectionsBrain-Based Wellness WebsiteEntrepreneurs on Fire w/ John Lee Dumas PodcastCredits:Producer: Michi LantzAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: The Sunniest KidsArtist Name: Rhythm ScottWriter Name: Scott RoushPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Sweet Loving WaltzArtist Name: Sounds Like SanderWriter Name: S.L.J. KalmeijerPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: The DreamerArtist Name: All Good FolksLicense code: X7A6INGSZGB0IS5IPublisher Name: UppbeatSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Making It, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: Burnout to Breakthrough: The Power of Nervous-System Regulation (Jessica Rhodes).

Podcast guesting is a powerful tool for building influence, authenticity, and thought leadership. Join us as we dive into the transformative world of podcasting with Jessica Rhodes, founder of Interview Connections, the world's first podcast booking agency. Discover how Jessica helps entrepreneurs leverage podcast guesting to grow their networks, establish authority, and create meaningful connections. Jessica shares insights into the evolution of podcasting, emphasizing the shift from massive audiences to niche visibility. Learn practical strategies for crafting effective guest appearances, building lasting relationships with podcast hosts, and repurposing podcast content to amplify your brand. **What this episode will do for you:** - Understand the value of podcast guesting as a marketing and thought leadership tool. - Learn how to build meaningful relationships with podcast hosts for long-term impact. - Discover strategies for repurposing podcast content to maximize visibility. - Gain insights into targeting niche audiences through podcast guesting. - Explore the synergy between podcast hosting and guesting for owned and earned media. - Find inspiration to integrate podcasting into your marketing plan for sustainable growth. For curated transcripts and links to free offers and resources discussed, visit the episode page at: https://www.thoughtleadershipstudio.com/B/Podcast/Meta-Podcasting-with-Jessica-Rhodes

In this episode of the She Built It® Podcast, host Melanie Barr sits down with Jessica Rhodes, founder of Interview Connections, the world's first podcast booking agency. Jessica shares how she's transformed the way entrepreneurs grow their businesses by becoming podcast guests, using this unique approach to build influence, connect authentically, and reach new audiences. With over 30,000 podcast interviews booked, Jessica reveals the strategies she and her team use to help clients go from being the ‘best-kept secret' to recognized thought leaders.If you're a business leader or entrepreneur looking to scale your impact, Jessica's insights on leveraging podcast guesting to drive revenue and grow your brand will inspire you. Jessica dives into the power of human connection, authentic storytelling, and how showing up as a podcast guest can do more for your business than traditional marketing alone. Join us for an episode packed with strategies to help you take your voice—and your business—to the next level.Jessica Rhodes WebsiteInterview Connections InstagramInterview Connections LinkedInShe Built It® Instagram She Built It® CEO, Melanie Barr InstagramMelanie Barr LinkedInShe Built It® LinkedIn

Jessica Rhodes, founder of Interview Connections, Jessica shares her journey of starting an agency that books people on podcasts. She discusses the challenges she faced and how she overcame them, emphasizing the importance of staying true to your vision and being visible in your industry. Jessica also highlights the need to regulate your nervous system and find tools that help you stay grounded during difficult times.Jessica offers a gift to listeners, an ultimate podcast interview prep checklist, to help maximize interview experiences. link to the Masterclass: https://interviewconnections.com/livemasterclass Get your Free Ultimate Podcast Prep Checklist Email jessica@interviewconnections.com  Get Your Free  5 Daily Practices to BeUnmessablewith Find Jessica at: Linkedin Instagram Facebook interviewconnections.com Connect With Me Website: beunmessablewith.com Instagram: @beunmessablewith Linkedin Facebook Email Book a FREE exploration call with Josselyne

Jessica Rhodes is the Founder of Interview Connections, a podcast booking agency that connects entrepreneurs with targeted audiences through guest appearances. Since starting the company in 2013, she and her team have booked over 30,000 interviews for more than 800 clients. Jessica is an expert in podcast guesting, helping business owners build authority, generate leads, and grow their businesses through strategic podcast appearances. In this episode… Many entrepreneurs struggle to stand out in crowded markets, even with innovative products or services. But what if there was a strategy to build credibility, generate leads, and foster meaningful connections — all through sharing your story? According to Jessica Rhodes, a pioneer in podcast guesting and expert in leveraging interviews, podcasting is the perfect platform to establish authority and build trust with audiences. She highlights that guest appearances allow entrepreneurs to connect on a deeper level with listeners, who often spend 30-45 minutes engaged with their content. This extended exposure builds rapport and credibility in ways that short-form content simply can't. Over time, consistent podcast appearances help business owners generate leads, land speaking gigs, and even create unexpected networking opportunities. In this episode of The Same Day Podcast, host Mat Zalk sits down with Jessica Rhodes, Founder of Interview Connections, to discuss how podcast guesting can grow a business and enhance authority. They explore the power of long-form content, the importance of committing to guesting as a long-term strategy, and how podcast appearances can lead to surprising opportunities like high-ticket sales and partnerships. Jessica also shares advice on leadership, delegation, and scaling a team for sustainable success.

In this episode, we dive into the world of podcast guesting as a powerful networking and marketing tool for business owners. Our guest, Jessica Rhodes, founder of Interview Connections, shares her insights on how appearing as a guest on podcasts can open doors to new relationships, opportunities, and business growth. Key Topics Discussed: The Overlooked Value of Podcast Guesting: Jessica explains how podcast guesting is not just about reaching a wide audience but also about building relationships with podcast hosts who are often fellow business owners.Starting with Guesting Before Hosting: She advises aspiring podcasters to begin by guesting on other shows to gain experience and confidence before launching their own podcast.Building Genuine Relationships with Hosts: Jessica emphasizes the importance of connecting with podcast hosts before and after the interview to nurture valuable professional relationships.Strategies for Providing Value Without Being Salesy: Learn how to share your expertise and stories in a way that provides value to listeners without turning the conversation into a sales pitch.Choosing the Right Podcasts to Appear On: Insights on selecting podcasts that align with your target audience and business goals to maximize the impact of your guest appearances.The Long-Term Benefits of Podcast Guesting: Jessica discusses how podcast episodes serve as evergreen content that can continue to generate leads and opportunities long after they are published. Guest Bio: Jessica Rhodes is the founder and CEO of Interview Connections, the first podcast booking agency established in 2013. With over a decade of experience in the podcasting industry, Jessica has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs leverage podcast guesting to grow their businesses. She started her entrepreneurial journey as a virtual assistant and quickly saw the potential of podcast guesting as a networking and marketing tool. Connect with Jessica: Website: interviewconnections.comLinkedIn: Jessica Rhodes on LinkedIn (Note: Insert actual LinkedIn URL if available) Actionable Takeaways: Focus on Building Relationships: Remember that podcast hosts are valuable connections who can lead to new opportunities beyond the episode.Prepare Your Messaging: Have a clear understanding of your topics and the value you bring to ensure each guest appearance is impactful.Invest in Quality Equipment: Good audio and video quality can enhance your professionalism and the overall success of your guest appearances.Think Long-Term: Approach podcast guesting as a long-term strategy, committing to consistent appearances over time to see substantial results. Sponsor/Call to Action: Interested in leveraging podcast guesting to grow your business? Visit Interview Connections to learn how Jessica and her team can help you get booked on podcasts that align with your goals. Subscribe & Leave a Review: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us bring more valuable content to you.

Today's guest is Jessica Rhodes, a dynamic entrepreneur and the Founder of Interview Connections, the premier agency for booking guests onto podcasts worldwide. Jessica's journey to success is a testament to her unwavering determination and ability to identify and fill a crucial need in the market. Jessica's early career in field management and political canvassing equipped her with essential skills in organization, communication, and leadership. These experiences laid the foundation for her entrepreneurial endeavors and shaped her approach to building a successful business. In 2013, Jessica founded Interview Connections, recognizing the challenges podcasters faced in finding quality guests. Her company bridges this gap, connecting podcasters with ideal guests to create engaging content and expand their reach. During the podcast, Jessica will delve into the strategy of podcast guesting, offering valuable insights for entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to leverage this powerful platform. She will also share the story behind Interview Connections, revealing how she turned her vision into a thriving business. Additionally, Jessica will discuss how she navigates the competitive landscape, demonstrating her resilience and adaptability in the ever-evolving world of podcasting. For More Info: https://InterviewConnections.com/livemasterclass

In this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, we kick off our special series celebrating 2000 episodes by exploring the theme of generosity in business. We discuss the importance of leading with generosity and finding the balance between giving and gaining in the world of podcasting and beyond.Key Points Covered:The Evolution of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur:Josh and Alissa reflect on the origins of the podcast, which started as a tool for interviewing clients in 2018, and how it has grown into a platform for meaningful conversations with entrepreneurs worldwide. They discuss the journey from its humble beginnings in PR to becoming a cornerstone of business advice and inspiration.The Philosophy of Leading with Generosity:The episode dives into the Go-Giver philosophy and how it has shaped the way the podcast engages with guests and audiences. Josh shares insights on how giving value upfront—without expecting anything in return—has fostered trust and long-lasting relationships, both on and off the show.Balancing Generosity and Strategic Gains:We explore how podcast guests can maximize their impact by actively participating in promoting and repurposing their appearances. The discussion focuses on strategies for balancing generosity with strategic actions to ensure mutual benefits for both the host and the guest.Featured Clips:[Guest 1: Bob Burg, Burg Communications, Inc.]:Bob discusses the transformative power of generosity in business, explaining why leading with a giving mindset can create more meaningful and profitable connections. He highlights the importance of giving first as a core business strategy.[Guest 2: Jessica Rhodes, Interview Connections]:Jessica emphasizes that simply appearing on a podcast isn't enough. She talks about the importance of guests taking an active role in sharing and repurposing their content to fully leverage their podcast appearances for business growth.Listen to this episode to discover how to give generously while also reaping the rewards of meaningful engagement!Links for this episode:Explore our philosophy with a FREE trial: https://go.upmyinfluence.com/freetrial Check out our Partner Program: https://go.upmyinfluence.com/partner Our VIP Program: https://go.upmyinfluence.com/leader-intros Check out UpMyInfluence on LinkedIn at

Jessica Rhodes is the Founder of Interview Connections, which started the podcast guest booking industry back in 2013. Her team focuses on getting clients booked on highly-targeted shows, and gives them the training and coaching to monetize their appearances!  What You'll Hear In This Episode:  -       A look at the increased competition in the podcast booking space and proven strategies for you to stand out from crowd -       Jessica's tips for creating the most appealing podcast one sheet -       How to give the most value to the host's audience during the interview -       The best way to approach hosts and increase your chances of getting booked -       Why you shouldn't ignore smaller podcasts!

There is more to being a podcast guest then having a one sheet, pitching to be on a show and recording the interview. Every step of the process needs to be strategic for you to gain leads and clients.  My guest today, Jessica Rhodes of Interview Connections, go way back to when we were VA's and started our businesses and she's going to share about intentional strategies behind what shows you book on, your mindset about guesting, your talk, your offer and how to leverage the episodes to get more ROI.  What you'll gain:  What strategies to focus on that will attract leads and clients (ie monetize your podcast guesting). Common mistakes podcast guests make in their interviews that jeopardize their ROI  How to craft a compelling call to action to move listeners to working with you How to leverage podcast content post-interview to boost your results Why your goals will impact podcast guesting, your approach and ROI  An indirect ROI from podcasting, which has become the sole reason for guesting for one of Jessica's clients  How you can track and test your ROI from podcast guesting  Why ‘co-creating' an episode should be in your vocabulary and mindset before the interview   Head to https://LeverageYourPodcastShow.com to read the blog >>>Start creating consistent authority-boosting content with less overwhelm using this 4 step system.  Get the Podcast Leverage System Training at https://www.leverageyourpodcast.com/free >>Learn 3 Ways To  Leverage & Repurpose Your Podcast Guest Interviews To Boost Authority, Visibility, Leads & Sales - Free Guide & Checklist https://leverageyourpodcast.com/guest

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Founder and President of Interview Connections,Jessica Rhodes. Jessica Rhodes, the founder of Interview Connections, a leading podcast booking agency, recently shared her insights on the transformative power of podcast guesting as a marketing strategy. Jessica emphasized that successful podcast guesting hinges on authentic connections with hosts, which can open doors to future collaborations and opportunities.Jessica also covered the importance of repurposing interview content. She suggested that transforming a single podcast appearance into various forms of content, such as blog posts, social media snippets, or YouTube videos, can significantly enhance visibility and audience engagement across multiple platforms.Interview Connections operates by representing entrepreneurs and business owners, assisting them in monetizing their interviews and converting listeners into leads. The agency offers a tailored approach, including creating a guest expert media kit and strategically selecting podcasts that align with the client's objectives. Additional support is provided through group coaching calls and interview audits to ensure sustained engagement and success.Jessica also addressed a common misconception about the importance of audience size in podcast guesting. They highlighted the advantages of focusing on quality over quantity, advocating for appearances on niche podcasts that target ideal customers to foster more profound impacts and higher conversion rates.Key Points from the Episode:Impact of podcast guesting as a marketing strategyValue of relationships and networking in podcast guestingRepurposing interview content for increased visibility and engagementImportance of targeting specific audiences through podcast guestingDemocratization of voices in podcastingRole of Interview Connections in representing entrepreneurs and business ownersStrategies for monetizing interviews and converting listeners into leadsMisconception of focusing solely on audience sizeImportance of diversity in the podcasting industrySupport provided to clients by Interview ConnectionsAbout Jessica Rhodes:Jessica Rhodes is the visionary founder of Interview Connections, the world's pioneering podcast booking agency established in 2013. At a time when the concept was novel, Jessica's agency broke new ground by being the first dedicated service of its kind. Under her leadership, Interview Connections has achieved remarkable success, booking over 30,000 podcast interviews for more than 800 clients, significantly enhancing their online presence and business growth. Her innovative approach to marketing and commitment to creating authentic connections have been pivotal in transforming the digital landscape for entrepreneurs.Beyond her professional achievements, Jessica has diverse personal interests that ground her in community and wellness. She actively participates in health practices such as using a sauna and cold plunge and enjoys managing her backyard chickens. Despite her initial hesitance, Jessica has also embraced the role of team mom for her daughter's all-star cheer team. Her multifaceted life reflects her dedication to her career, her personal life, and community involvement in Rhode Island.About Interview Connections:Interview Connections, co-owned by Jessica Rhodes and Margy Feldhuhn, is a trailblazer in the podcasting industry. It is credited with being the first-ever podcast booking agency. Since its inception in 2013, the agency has transformed how entrepreneurs gain visibility

If you've been a guest on podcasts and you didn't get any leads, or secure any opportunities for your time, then you're probably wondering why. Jessica Rhodes, the founder of Interview Connections, sits down with Samantha to share her wealth of knowledge on the art of podcast guesting. For full show notes and links - https://samanthariley.global/podcast/575

Jessica Rhodes is the founder of the leading podcast booking agency.  On this episode, she talks about showing up with a smile, having an energy of abundance, the story behind the creation of podcast booking, asking the right questions to focus on your business, a personal development strategy for partnership, navigating the competitive noise, and the value of commitment and consistency.Jessica Rhodes founded Interview Connections, the world's first and leading podcast booking agency in 2013, back when no other agencies like it existed. Since its founding, Interview Connections has booked over 30,000 podcast interviews for over 800 clients! Jessica is passionate about helping entrepreneurs who feel like the best-kept secret grow their business online through genuine, human-to-human connection. The podcast interviews Jessica and her team have booked have helped their clients generate millions of dollars in sales, sell thousands of books, and transform countless lives. To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

In this podcast episode, I interview my dear friend Jessica Rhodes about her podcast guesting service business, Interview Connections, which she started in 2013. Over the past decade, her business has become a powerful entity that helps individuals reach their ideal clients and expand their audience. Listen in to learn valuable tips on how to make a strong impact when given the opportunity to be a guest on other people's podcasts. Hear are just a few of the key insights from this episode Appearing as a guest on other podcasts has proven to be the most effective method for reaching your ideal clients and exposing your message to a large audience. Over the past decade, I have referred numerous clients to Interview Connections and have received entirely positive feedback. The importance of thorough preparation for podcast interviews cannot be overstated. This includes researching the host and having a clear call to action. Having a clear call to action is important, but possessing unwavering confidence in the value of your course of action is the key to eliciting responses. There is a need to be fully present and engaged during interviews to establish a connection with the listeners and hosts. Using a clear, compelling "one sheet" to make it easy for hosts to say yes and ask questions that help you achieve your goals. Audience size numbers from directories are not accurate or transparent, and the right audience is more important than a large size. Thorough onboarding, training, and pitching over multiple months is important for services like Interview Connections to deliver top-notch results. Authenticity and vulnerability build strong business relationships, and local employees provide personalized service better than outsourcing. Referral partnerships can help promote services when there is trust, integrity, and a track record of success. Ongoing coaching can help overcome mindset blocks keeping clients from achieving their goals. Jessica Rhodes has been running her "Interview Connections" podcast guesting service for over a decade. Our conversation in this podcast episode has convinced me to be a long-term advocate for her company. I fully endorse Jessica Rhodes and her podcast booking services. Book a call with Jessica today at InterviewConnections.com. Let her know that Cliff sent you.

In this podcast episode, I interview my dear friend Jessica Rhodes about her podcast guesting service business, Interview Connections, which she started in 2013. Over the past decade, her business has become a powerful entity that helps individuals reach their ideal clients and expand their audience. Listen in to learn valuable tips on how to make a strong impact when given the opportunity to be a guest on other people's podcasts. Hear are just a few of the key insights from this episode Appearing as a guest on other podcasts has proven to be the most effective method for reaching your ideal clients and exposing your message to a large audience. Over the past decade, I have referred numerous clients to Interview Connections and have received entirely positive feedback. The importance of thorough preparation for podcast interviews cannot be overstated. This includes researching the host and having a clear call to action. Having a clear call to action is important, but possessing unwavering confidence in the value of your course of action is the key to eliciting responses. There is a need to be fully present and engaged during interviews to establish a connection with the listeners and hosts. Using a clear, compelling "one sheet" to make it easy for hosts to say yes and ask questions that help you achieve your goals. Audience size numbers from directories are not accurate or transparent, and the right audience is more important than a large size. Thorough onboarding, training, and pitching over multiple months is important for services like Interview Connections to deliver top-notch results. Authenticity and vulnerability build strong business relationships, and local employees provide personalized service better than outsourcing. Referral partnerships can help promote services when there is trust, integrity, and a track record of success. Ongoing coaching can help overcome mindset blocks keeping clients from achieving their goals. Jessica Rhodes has been running her "Interview Connections" podcast guesting service for over a decade. Our conversation in this podcast episode has convinced me to be a long-term advocate for her company. I fully endorse Jessica Rhodes and her podcast booking services. Book a call with Jessica today at InterviewConnections.com. Let her know that Cliff sent you.

In this podcast episode, I interview my dear friend Jessica Rhodes about her podcast guesting service business, Interview Connections, which she started in 2013. Over the past decade, her business has become a powerful entity that helps individuals reach their ideal clients and expand their audience. Listen in to learn valuable tips on how to make a strong impact when given the opportunity to be a guest on other people's podcasts. Hear are just a few of the key insights from this episode Appearing as a guest on other podcasts has proven to be the most effective method for reaching your ideal clients and exposing your message to a large audience. Over the past decade, I have referred numerous clients to Interview Connections and have received entirely positive feedback. The importance of thorough preparation for podcast interviews cannot be overstated. This includes researching the host and having a clear call to action. Having a clear call to action is important, but possessing unwavering confidence in the value of your course of action is the key to eliciting responses. There is a need to be fully present and engaged during interviews to establish a connection with the listeners and hosts. Using a clear, compelling "one sheet" to make it easy for hosts to say yes and ask questions that help you achieve your goals. Audience size numbers from directories are not accurate or transparent, and the right audience is more important than a large size. Thorough onboarding, training, and pitching over multiple months is important for services like Interview Connections to deliver top-notch results. Authenticity and vulnerability build strong business relationships, and local employees provide personalized service better than outsourcing. Referral partnerships can help promote services when there is trust, integrity, and a track record of success. Ongoing coaching can help overcome mindset blocks keeping clients from achieving their goals. Jessica Rhodes has been running her "Interview Connections" podcast guesting service for over a decade. Our conversation in this podcast episode has convinced me to be a long-term advocate for her company. I fully endorse Jessica Rhodes and her podcast booking services. Book a call with Jessica today at InterviewConnections.com. Let her know that Cliff sent you.

Are you looking to streamline your editing and publishing process? Do you want a solution that will seamlessly integrate Descript and Podbean to achieve a more efficient workflow?  Look no further! In this episode of Podcasting Smarter we're speaking with Podbean's Director of Customer Success, John Kiernan about how you can effortlessly edit and publish your podcast episodes with Descript's Podbean integration. "With Descript and Podbean, you have no excuse. You can record, edit, and upload your podcast directly, making the process streamlined and efficient." - Norma Jean Belenky The Descript and Podbean integration presents an incredible opportunity to streamline your podcasting process. The platform allows you to publish your finished audio and video files directly to Podbean, eliminating the need for downloading and re-uploading. In essence, Descript's integration with Podbean creates a one-stop solution for editing and publishing, freeing up your time for more essential tasks like content creation. In this episode, you will be able to: Learn how Descript's user-friendly interface simplifies the podcast editing process, giving you more time to focus on creating compelling content. Discover how Descript's AI-powered technology can effortlessly remove filler words and improve audio quality, making your podcast sound polished and professional. Explore the seamless integration between Descript and Podbean, allowing you to edit and publish your podcast episodes with just a few clicks, saving you time and effort. Uncover how Descript can revolutionize your podcast editing workflow, boosting efficiency and effectiveness, so you can produce more episodes and reach a wider audience. Experience the game-changing benefits of using Descript for podcast editing, as it streamlines the entire process from start to finish, empowering you to create high-quality content effortlessly. Resources: Join our Upcoming Event on the Descript Integration with Podbean: Mastering Podcast Editing: A Deep Dive into Descript & Podbean Publishing Read more about this integration: Publish to Podbean from Descript Selecting the right Podbean plan for your Descript integrated episodes   Other Episode Mentioned:   Mastering the Art of Community Building with Descript's Arielle Nissenblatt Podbean's Apple Podcast Integration Being a Good Podcast Guest with Jessica Rhodes of Interview Connections (where we talk about crutch words!) Register for all of Podbean's upcoming events Subscribe to our email newsletter to get industry updates: https://www.podbean.com/email-subscribe    About us: Podcast Smarter is the official in-house podcast by Podbean.  Podbean is a podcast publishing and monetization service, hosting almost 640,000 podcasts.  If you're looking to start your own podcast, monetize your podcast and livestream directly to your listeners, you can set up an account at podbean.com    Connect with us: Subscribe to our email newsletter to get updates from the team head over to: https://www.podbean.com/email-subscribe Find us on socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podbean  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podbeancom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0H3hvTa_1_ZwFg6RjGNXGw/  Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/podbeancom   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/podbean  Website: https://podcast.podbean.com/    Email us: To contact Podcasting Smarter with questions get in contact at podcastingsmarter@podbean.com 

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We're back for another episode on the nervous system and leadership, talking to Jessica Rhodes, the founder of podcast booking agency Interview Connections. They help clients grow their business through visibility, supporting them to use their voice and embrace authenticity. Jessica's business partner and the CEO of Interview Connections, Margy Feldhoun, helped us discuss the dysregulation many entrepreneurs experience and the benefits of nervous system regulation in business last week. In this episode, we focus on visibility and further dive into the role of neurosomatic intelligence in leadership. Visibility is important not just for our own self-expression and nervous system health, but also for nurturing both professional and personal relationships. Jessica's own journey to visibility highlights the fear of success, how our traumas play out in business, and the benefits that come after we find a safe space for visibility. If you're a podcaster, are struggling with burnout or just want to learn how nervous system regulation can improve your sales, this episode is a must-listen!   Topics discussed in this episode:   How NSI has helped Jessica grow in life and business The fear that comes with visibility and success Co-regulating with our audiences Why certain Interview Connections clients succeed more than others The impact of nervous system regulation on sales Setting and respecting boundaries in business Avoiding burnout and dysregulation as an entrepreneur Benefits of nervous system regulation on her team members Leading by example in business and at home The power of communication   Claim your Two FREE weeks of live Nervous System Healing  https://www.rewiretrial.com   Learn more about Neuro-Somatic Intelligence  https://www.neurosomaticintelligence.com?aff=traumarewired   Find more information on Jessica Rhodes and Interview Connections here:  https://www.interviewconnections.com   FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: https://www.athleticgreens.com/rewired This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com  

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We're back for another episode on the nervous system and leadership, talking to Jessica Rhodes, the founder of podcast booking agency Interview Connections. They help clients grow their business through visibility, supporting them to use their voice and embrace authenticity. Jessica's business partner and the CEO of Interview Connections, Margy Feldhoun, helped us discuss the dysregulation many entrepreneurs experience and the benefits of nervous system regulation in business last week. In this episode, we focus on visibility and further dive into the role of neurosomatic intelligence in leadership. Visibility is important not just for our own self-expression and nervous system health, but also for nurturing both professional and personal relationships. Jessica's own journey to visibility highlights the fear of success, how our traumas play out in business, and the benefits that come after we find a safe space for visibility. If you're a podcaster, are struggling with burnout or just want to learn how nervous system regulation can improve your sales, this episode is a must-listen!   Topics discussed in this episode:   How NSI has helped Jessica grow in life and business The fear that comes with visibility and success Co-regulating with our audiences Why certain Interview Connections clients succeed more than others The impact of nervous system regulation on sales Setting and respecting boundaries in business Avoiding burnout and dysregulation as an entrepreneur Benefits of nervous system regulation on her team members Leading by example in business and at home The power of communication   Find more information on Jessica Rhodes and Interview Connections here:  https://www.interviewconnections.com   Start your FREE Brain-Based Wellness 2-week neuro training: https://www.brahttps://brainbased-wellness.com/membership/?aff=Jenebug   March 15th is the last day to sign up for the next round of Neuro Somatic Intelligence Coaching! Get more information here: https://www.neurosomaticintelligence.com?aff=traumarewired   Subscribe to the free Brain Training Video Series: https://www.brainbased-wellness.com/membership/https://brainbased-wellness.com/membership/?aff=Jenebug   Join the Trauma Rewired Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/761101225132846 Head to https://calendly.com/traumarewired/consultation for a consultation to identify trauma responses in your own life and learn how to train your nervous system to move out of behaviors that aren't serving you!   Work with Jennifer:   https://linktr.ee/traumarewired   https://www.instagram.com/trauma.rewired/ FREE 1 Year Supply of Vitamin D + 5 Travel Packs from Athletic Greens when you use my exclusive offer: https://www.athleticgreens.com/rewired This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com  

–How should you find podcast that can help your business–Why you should think podcast guesting as a networking experience–How podcast guesting can build confidence –Generating businessideas through podcast guestingBio and Information: Jessica Rhodes founded Interview Connections, the world's first and leading podcast booking agency in 2013 when no other agencies like it existed at the time. Recently awarded the 2022 Bronze Stevie Award for Marketing Agency of the Year, and Podcast Booking Agency of the Year by Corporate Vision Magazine, Jessica & the Interview Connections team is responsible for booking thousands of podcast interviews a year, leading to millions of dollars in revenue for their roster of incredible clients. She has been podcasting since 2014 and currently co-hosts her podcast, Monetize the Mic. Jessica has a unique entrepreneurial journey having made her first full-time employee a 50% equity owner and later the CEO of the company while she leads in Sales & Marketing. This experience has fueled her passion for helping business owners feel empowered to thrive in the role that is most aligned with their unique talents and strengths. Jessica currently resides in North Smithfield, RI with her husband, two kids, 4 backyard chickens, and 2 rescue cats. Contact for  Jessica Rhodeshttps://www.facebook.com/InterviewConnectionsPage https://www.instagram.com/interviewconnections/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-rhodes-podcast-guesting-expert-9a291020/  The Small Business Show is the official podcast for Garuda Promo and Branding Solutions. For more information visit Website: http://www.garudapromo.com​​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garudapromo/​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/garudapromoTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/Garuda_Swire​Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/swire-ho-thepromoguy-6b9Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/garudapromo/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Garudapromo88/videos #thesmallbusinessshow​​​ ​​​ #gaurdapromobranding​​ #smallbusinessmatters #smallbusinessstrong

For this week's episode of Sticky Note Marketing Show, we will be covering the topic about BUILDING YOUR BRAND WITH PODCAST GUESTING! We'll have none other than ✨Jessica Rhodes✨, the founder of Interview Connections, the world's first and leading podcast booking agency since 2013.Because of her expertise, her agency recently bagged the 2022 Bronze Stevie Award for Marketing Agency of the Year and Podcast Booking Agency of the Year by Corporate Vision Magazine. Jessica & the Interview Connections team is responsible for booking thousands of podcast interviews a year, leading to millions of dollars in revenue for their roster of incredible clients. She has been podcasting since 2014 and currently co-hosts her podcast, Monetize the Mic. She'll also be sharing her unique entrepreneurial journey - having made her first full-time employee a 50% equity owner and later the CEO of the company while she leads in Sales & Marketing. This experience has fueled her passion for helping business owners feel empowered to thrive in the role that is most aligned with their unique talents and strengths.I'm excited to invite you all this Thursday for this another SPECIAL episode! Podcast Guesting Masterclass: Learn how to create a global personal brand, and generate a consistent stream of warm, qualified leads with podcast guesting! https://interviewconnections.com/livemasterclass #marketingtips #marketinghelp #marketingtraining #podcast #engagementtip #businessplanning #onlinepresence #businessstrategy #branding *********************************************Mary Czarnecki has been a marketing professional since 2000. She has helped hundreds of businesses sell millions of dollars in products and services across numerous markets - from healthcare to consumer products to insurance to software. Mary is a top-rated faculty member with the Association of National Advertisers and has trained thousands of professional marketing teams, business leaders, and entrepreneurs. She is known in her industry as a creative, enthusiastic executive business coach & marketing strategist who brings out the best in both individuals and teams. Mary is an accomplished speaker and has been featured at global conferences, private trainings, and in virtual programs. Through her workshops and keynotes, she skillfully shares her decades of expertise in a way that inspires her audience to take action (without overwhelm). With her unique combination of perspectives - corporate professional, MBA, online entrepreneur, local business owner, and working parent - you will certainly walk away with new insights into “what's working now” to grow a business and lead your team with confidence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of Podcasting Smarter, Steve Glynn and Adam Derus from Experience Milwaukee give helpful tips on how to create a podcast for your local community. "The fact that Steve had the foresight to start a podcast, I don't know, how many years ago was it? 5 years ago in 2018 that focused on a city, we thought we were crazy..." In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How Experience Milwaukee got started as a regional podcast for Milwaukee and how the show has evolved over time 2. The importance of community in terms of content and audience development 3. The benefits of podcasting for a local community, including the impact it can have for local businesses Resources: Subscribe to our email newsletter to get industry updates: https://www.podbean.com/email-subscribe  Chapter Summaries: [00:00:01] - Podcasting Smarter is the official podcast from Podbean. In today's episode Norma Jean Belenky Podbean's Head of Events speaks with Steve Glynn and Adam Derus from Experience Milwaukee. They talk about podcasting for your local community, building a regional podcast audience, monetizing and more. [00:01:19] - Experience Milwaukee is a podcast that tells the stories of the people, places and events that make Milwaukee amazing. Adam and Steve have been producing the show for almost five years. They have listeners in 30 countries and 40 states. Steve wanted to give back to the city and create community and Adam joined when he offered to help produce the podcast.   [00:04:25] - They've created a playbook for how to create a podcast for a specific place and community. It's important for them to stay regionally focused on Milwaukee and the surrounding areas. Small businesses, local tourism bureau, business improvement districts and elected officials are key features within their playbook. [00:09:13] - Steve and Adam also started the podcast as a quest for free beer. It has grown from $10,000 a few years ago to about $40,000 this year.  [00:14:03] - Experience Milwaukee has applied for grants and is looking for specific grant opportunities to collaborate with others within the community.  [00:16:23] - Steve and Adam have been have recorded 200 podcast episodes so far. Steve started the podcast named after Milwaukee and Adam and Steve feel lucky to be able to highlight some of Milwaukee's amazing small business owners, some medium business owners and some large business owners. [00:18:10] - Experience Milwaukee is about becoming a connector. Last year they had an event on April 14, 4-1-4 day, which is Milwaukee Day (named after their area code!) They also brought in some local bands and had it at a brewery that sponsors the podcast. They are also elevating the businesses that they have on as guests.  [00:20:14] - During the pandemic, Steve and his team team worked with Rally On to create a virtual podcast recording guests remotely. They were able to change their podcasting to virtual podcasting and help small businesses adapt to the pandemic that were closed.   [00:22:16] - Steve shares his best tips for creating a regionally specific podcast. He recommends working with small businesses, business improvement districts, travel and tourism organizations, and elected officials in the area. Steve is happy to share his blueprint with anyone who wants to create a regional podcast. [00:24:18] - Adam and Steve are promoting awesome people doing awesome things in Milwaukee. On their podcast, Adam recommends Steve and Steve to other content creators who want to make a podcast about their town. Adam asks everybody at the end of each episode to answer a couple of questions. [00:26:31] - Steve believes the podcasting industry is going to get better in the future. Steve has been to some of the industry conferences and met other podcasters who are in this because it's in their heart and they love it. Steve thinks organizations like Podbean will continue to evolve and create tools that make it easier for podcasters to make this a business and a real job. [00:28:04] - Adam has a list of his favorite podcasts. He listens to "Conan Needs a Friend", “Experience Milwaukee” and true crime podcasts. Adam creates outtake episodes once a year with Adam's voice as a wild card episode!  Other episodes you'll enjoy: Being a Good Podcast Guest: Interview Best Practices and Jessica Rhodes' Podcast Entrepreneurship Journey as the Creator of Interview Connections Afros & Audio founder Talib Jasir on creating a podcast conference, community and using creativity in podcasting Spilling the Podbeans: Podbean's mid-year 2022 updates on new features including Closed captions, Group Recordings, Language Settings and more!   About us: Podcast Smarter is the official in-house podcast by Podbean.  Podbean is a podcast publishing and monetization service, hosting almost 620,000 podcasts.  If you're looking to start your own podcast, monetize your podcast and livestream directly to your listeners, you can set up an account at podbean.com    Connect with us: Subscribe to our email newsletter to get updates from the team head over to: https://www.podbean.com/email-subscribe Find us on socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podbean  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podbeancom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0H3hvTa_1_ZwFg6RjGNXGw/  Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/podbeancom   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/podbean  Website: https://podcast.podbean.com/    Email us: To contact Podcasting Smarter with questions get in contact at podcastingsmarter@podbean.com 

Here are the things to expect in the episode:How can a podcast benefit your business?How can you become a podcast guest?Why is knowing your audience important in podcasting?How does podcasting differ from other social media platforms?And much more! About Jessica:Jessica Rhodes founded Interview Connections, the world's first and leading podcast booking agency, in 2013 when no other agencies like it existed at the time. Recently awarded the 2022 Bronze Stevie Award for Marketing Agency of the Year and Podcast Booking Agency of the Year by Corporate Vision Magazine, Jessica & the Interview Connections team is responsible for booking thousands of podcast interviews a year, leading to millions of dollars in revenue for their roster of incredible clients. She has been podcasting since 2014 and currently co-hosts her podcast, Monetize the Mic.Jessica has a unique entrepreneurial journey, having made her first full-time employee a 50% equity owner and later the CEO of the company while she leads in Sales & Marketing. This experience has fueled her passion for helping business owners feel empowered to thrive in the role that is most aligned with their unique talents and strengths. Jessica currently resides in North Smithfield, RI, with her husband, two kids, 4 backyard chickens, and 2 rescue cats. Connect with Jessica Rhodes!Website: https://interviewconnections.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GuestExpertProfitLabInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/interviewconnections/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/interviewconnections/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZS53KlXWpQ6wfRcpR6ZAuQ Connect with Kamie Lehmann!Website: https://www.kamielehmann.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kamie.lehmann.1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shesinvinciblepodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamie-lehmann-04683473National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/Learn more about how to minimize the emotional side effects of cancer: https://adventurefound.org/

A new week, a new episode from the Onya Mic Podcast where we serve you fresh marketing insights and tactics to help you gain massive influence in your business. In today's episode, Ashley Monk is joined by Jessica Rhodes who pioneered the podcast booking industry back in 2013.   Ashley and Jessica discuss how podcast hosting and guesting create an opportunity for businesses to deliver value to their audience and attract more growth.   Here are some of the key takeaways from this episode that you would not want to miss: Tips for those who are on the fence about podcasting Why podcasting is a networking strategy How to pitch yourself and consistently show up   An encouragement from Jessica for you to start pitching yourself out there as a podcast guest, or even create your own podcast:   “Get out there. Use podcasting both for your business growth and to feel your soul. We are so much more than our businesses, and we are so much more than our expertise. Take that opportunity and speak about the things you're passionate about even if they're not your expert topics.   Find out more about the amazing work Jessica is doing. Visit the Interview Connections website: https://interviewconnections.com/    Are you looking to revamp your marketing strategy? Let's connect: https://onyamark.involve.me/form    Onya mark, get set, grow!

Jessica Rhodes is the host of Rhodes to Success and has built her expertise around leveraging the medium of podcasting to grow businesses.  “Niching down” worked like a charm for her as she transitioned her business from general virtual assistant services to specializing in services for podcasters. Jessica talks to us about breaking down her own mental barriers around income and the possibilities that have opened up in her life and her business as a result.  Want to start a business that works for you and your unique strengths?  Don't miss this interview!  For help finding the work that fits you, enroll in our free 8-day video course at figureitout.co!

Welcome back, Let's Talk Sales listeners! This week's guest is Jessica Rhodes. Jessica is the founder of Interview Connections, which was awarded by Corporate Vision Magazine as the best specialty podcast booking agency of 2021.  She's the co-host of the podcast Monetize the Mic, and she's a prolific speaker, mentor, and coach.  We hope you […] The post Become a Podcast Expert with Jessica Rhodes appeared first on Criteria For Success.

Podcasting is a fantastic way to grow your business and share your message with those who need to hear it! But, don't get me wrong, podcasting is so much more than pressing a record button and talking away. Being a podcast host (or podcast guest) requires thinking on your feet, tailoring your content to your listener's needs, and staying innovative. Sounds easy, right?   In this episode, I am talking to Jessica Rhodes, founder of Interview Connections, the world's first (circa 2013!) and leading podcast booking agency and co-host of Monetize the Mic. Jessica is passionate about helping business owners feel empowered to thrive in the role most aligned with their unique talents and strengths.   During our conversation, Jessica and I broke down the benefits of having a podcast (and being a guest on other podcasts), how to find the right podcasts to pitch to, how to get interesting people on your podcast, tips for keeping listeners engaged, and so much more!    I guarantee you will get tons of value from this episode, so hit that play button!  Connect with Jessica: Website: www.interviewconnections.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InterviewConnectionsPage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/interviewconnections/   I have the perfect gift for you! In my brand new Clean Eating Hacks list-builder & marketing kit, you have everything you need to build an email list of raving fans and potential clients. 5 Clean Eating Hacks Guide: Build your list with a lead magnet that everyone will want! ($200 Value) 3 Cover Images w/ Canva Template: Easily brand and swap the cover in no time at all! ($100 Value) Opt-in Page: Get new subscribers with high-converting opt-in page copy. ($150 Value) Thank You Page: Deliver your guide with a clear direction on what to do next. ($75 Value) 3 Follow-Up Emails: Nurture your subscribers and build the trust you need to turn them into clients. ($300 Value) If you've been keeping track, that's a total value of $825! But I'm giving it to you for free! When you sign up, you're also going to get a ton of support from me. I've created video guides to walk you through every step. Download this fantastic resource for both you and your clients here:https://yourhealthcoachbiz.com/dfy-5-clean-eating-hacks-list-builder-email-marketing-kit

In this episode of Podcasting Smarter, we're speaking to Jessica Rhodes of Interview Connection, a podcast booking agency, about starting her podcast business, how to be a great guest and what podcasters should look for when booking guests.   In this episode we'll cover: How Jessica got into podcasting and started Interview Connections in 2013 Tips & best practices for being a good podcast guest Common crutch words to avoid during an interview What podcasters should look for when booking guests and how to be a welcoming host Setting expectations for guest and episode promotion How Jessica started to get clients and built her company within the podcasting industry  How she learned what to charge clients and build up her rates  You can get in touch with Jessica Rhodes and find Interview Connections here.  ... Podcast Smarter is the official in-house podcast by Podbean.  Podbean is a podcast publishing and monetization service, hosting almost 600,000 podcasts.  If you're looking to start your own podcast, monetize your podcast and livestream directly to your listeners, you can set up an account at podbean.com  To contact Podcasting Smarter with questions get in contact at podcastingsmarter@podbean.com 

Podcasting is a great way to reach new potential leads. But if you're not generating qualified leads as podcast guests, you're leaving money on the table. In this episode of Cash In On Camera, Jessica Rhodes from booking agency Interview Connections shares her best tips for generating qualified leads as a podcast guest speaker. Watch the full LIVE video interview on Sheryl's YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/YJYKrJkI3G0 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sherylplouffe/message

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Running a company is stressful. Add on the responsibility of being a parent and spouse, and that stress increases. Everyone has their own way of dealing with stress, but not everyone has the strength to realize that they may in fact be hurting themselves in the long run. My guest today Jessica Rhodes, Co-Owner of Interview Connections, shared her story about overcoming a major obstacle in her life. We talked about: Some of the most monumental moments that helped grow her business to where it is today How the decision to stop drinking helped her both in business + life What she sees for the future of podcasting If you feel you can relate to Jessica, be sure to tune into this episode! Learn more about Jessica here: https://interviewconnections.com or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessrhodes45.  If you've been loving the Next Level Leap podcast, would you just stop what you're doing right now and give us a quick review? In the Library Tab under Shows, click on the podcast subscription and scroll down to Ratings & Reviews to give it a star rating. Click Write a Review, if you wish, then click Send when finished. We appreciate your review so much. Thank you!

In this episode, Jess shares about a pivotal moment recently when she realized that her workaholism was actually masking her people-pleasing tendencies.   Audio Transcript:    Jessica Rhodes: On this episode, I want to share a really, really great breakthrough, I had.   2 00:00:10.559 --> 00:00:21.870 Jessica Rhodes: spoiler alert we're sharing all of our breakthroughs on this podcast now, but I want to share a really important breakthrough about like workaholism and people pleasing and the connection because.   3 00:00:22.470 --> 00:00:35.640 Jessica Rhodes: I had this pivotal moment recently when I was you know talking with my husband Jamie he was like hey you know we do our two week vacation every summer with our like extended family.   4 00:00:36.390 --> 00:00:51.660 Jessica Rhodes: And then he was like I really think this summer, we should also do a week vacation like just the four of us, and I was like yeah and when he suggested that I was starting to get a little nervous about taking another week off and.   5 00:00:52.740 --> 00:01:06.270 Jessica Rhodes: Normally one would be excited for a vacation, but it was like kind of stressing me out like scheduling it in, and you know we found this week where it's fine like there's no launching happening and.   6 00:01:07.530 --> 00:01:10.410 Jessica Rhodes: It was like we were looking at this Wednesday to a Wednesday.   7 00:01:11.490 --> 00:01:19.350 Jessica Rhodes: And I saw that on the calendar was like a group mastermind call and content day like where we record all our podcast and I was like.   8 00:01:20.100 --> 00:01:26.430 Jessica Rhodes: Okay Jamie maybe like let's leave like Wednesday afternoon because, like, I have some stuff in the morning and he was like.   9 00:01:27.240 --> 00:01:41.250 Jessica Rhodes: it's we're talking about August, like you, can't move it and I was like getting really nervous and like uncomfortable and I was like um no I can get it, and he, like what he gave me the look right he was like seriously like you can't move this like.   10 00:01:42.360 --> 00:01:50.850 Jessica Rhodes: And I really like it was just in that moment, where I was like oh my God like I don't i'm not like addicted to work i'm not a workaholic I am.   11 00:01:51.240 --> 00:01:56.970 Jessica Rhodes: deeply afraid of inconveniencing other people, because I knew that if I.   12 00:01:57.390 --> 00:02:05.610 Jessica Rhodes: said i'm going to be off that day I would have to ask Maggie can we record our podcast on a different day and I would have to say to MARQuIS can you lead the call that day.   13 00:02:06.390 --> 00:02:16.320 Jessica Rhodes: And I was so afraid to make that request, and I was like I have always identified as a hard worker I love work i'm a career woman like.   14 00:02:16.770 --> 00:02:28.830 Jessica Rhodes: That has been my identity and through all of this work that's happening right now, this personal work I realized, it is like people-pleasing manifesting as workaholism and an addiction to work.   15 00:02:29.130 --> 00:02:40.080 Jessica Rhodes: it's not an addiction to work, I actually quite enjoy taking time off, but I was so afraid of inconveniencing somebody that I just was like I love working.   16 00:02:42.120 --> 00:02:48.150 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah and, like the stuff that justice talking about is like very easy to reschedule to.   17 00:02:48.600 --> 00:02:49.950 Jessica Rhodes: Like it just exactly.   18 00:02:50.040 --> 00:03:02.100 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Like we reschedule like our content block when we record the podcast we reschedule it like all the time, in fact, the August, one is a reschedule of the original one because I booked a weekend with my basti and all the colleges move this.   19 00:03:03.840 --> 00:03:05.880 Jessica Rhodes: knocking I have different trauma tendencies.   20 00:03:07.770 --> 00:03:11.190 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah, but I think this is really good, because this is something.   21 00:03:12.840 --> 00:03:17.220 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): When we did the leadership and the nervous system panel hold on.   22 00:03:19.470 --> 00:03:30.540 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): When we did the leadership in the nervous system panel which we also put out as a podcast episode So hopefully you listen to it and talks about psychological safety we talked a little bit about.   23 00:03:32.880 --> 00:03:46.920 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): trauma informed leadership, which I think is really, really interesting and i'm excited to go down more of a rabbit hole on that, but one of the things we talked about because, having worked with Elizabeth Elizabeth Christoph who, I guess, we talked about in every.   24 00:03:46.920 --> 00:03:50.040 Jessica Rhodes: episode is basically our co host now we're.   25 00:03:50.820 --> 00:03:57.390 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): only slightly obsessed with her and the work that she's doing but um she was talking about herself how.   26 00:03:58.380 --> 00:04:08.850 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): You know nervous system dysregulation and trauma and stuff manifested as perfectionism and high achieving and how true that is for a lot of business owners, a lot of high performers.   27 00:04:09.810 --> 00:04:17.190 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): there's like this aspect of like yes, you love what you do, but then there's this aspect of the way that you're doing it that can be dysfunctional.   28 00:04:17.580 --> 00:04:22.020 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And it was really interesting because we're talking about leadership and the nervous system and talking about our teams.   29 00:04:22.440 --> 00:04:36.120 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And there's this sort of myth in mastermind groups and just groups of entrepreneurs talking it's like if somebody has a team Member who's like all into like first two o'clock in first o'clock out like all this stuff that like your.   30 00:04:36.120 --> 00:04:36.960 Jessica Rhodes: Last too long ago.   31 00:04:37.500 --> 00:04:37.950 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Oh yeah.   32 00:04:40.650 --> 00:04:41.520 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): See I can't even say.   33 00:04:43.050 --> 00:04:51.690 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah So if you have someone who's like the first in in the morning, the first out at night, like just working super hard I can't.   34 00:04:51.840 --> 00:04:53.460 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): See it's not me.   35 00:04:57.240 --> 00:05:08.820 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): there's this myth that if you have this employee who is so all in there working longer hours and everybody they're trying harder their work is perfect like they're just like this quintessential a player.   36 00:05:09.330 --> 00:05:15.330 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): everybody's like oh my God you're so lucky like where did you get them, how can we clone them.   37 00:05:15.720 --> 00:05:23.760 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And there's nothing wrong with having someone who's a super high performer i'm a high performer just as a high performer like it's good but there's also.   38 00:05:24.270 --> 00:05:31.470 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): With trauma informed leadership, there is this aspects of is that person.   39 00:05:32.160 --> 00:05:42.240 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Working that way because of dysregulation and a lot of the times, I think the answer is yes, we can still perform at a high level, we can still work hard.   40 00:05:42.510 --> 00:05:49.710 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): and go hard on the things that we love that we're in flow and alignment on that feel really easy but that generate results in revenue.   41 00:05:50.130 --> 00:05:56.100 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): But I do think it's really powerful to look at this idea of especially.   42 00:05:56.550 --> 00:06:04.500 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): You know within capitalism it's being a hard worker being a duo or being a grinder being the hardest worker in the room, like.   43 00:06:04.860 --> 00:06:16.470 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): All there's so many sayings are so many quotes there are so many motivational posters like it's so glorified and I think it's really important to bring in this aspect of the dialogue that.   44 00:06:17.370 --> 00:06:34.230 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): it's kind of dysfunctional and while the label of being a workaholic or super hard worker feels really validating to the ego that ego boost might be covering up some less you know, maybe attractive or less.   45 00:06:34.770 --> 00:06:45.060 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): gratifying to the ego traits that have more to do with proving self worth getting affirmation not letting people down people pleasing all that stuff.   46 00:06:45.480 --> 00:06:51.690 Jessica Rhodes: yeah and when you understand and have these breakthroughs of understanding, your tendencies and what they're coming from.   47 00:06:52.380 --> 00:06:59.460 Jessica Rhodes: A lot of your actions can be similar, but it is totally perceived in a new way and you feel so much more different.   48 00:07:00.330 --> 00:07:02.010 Jessica Rhodes: You know so for me like I.   49 00:07:02.250 --> 00:07:16.020 Jessica Rhodes: I do, I love this business and I love, what I do and before I realized that I had these people pleasing tendencies, like, I mean i've heard for forever people like i'm a people pleaser and i'm like that's not me that's not me and i'm like so Okay, maybe it is so i've had.   50 00:07:16.530 --> 00:07:26.520 Jessica Rhodes: Since i've had this realization around like how I do, I have had these people pleasing tendencies now i'm realizing oh my gosh like I can see how many times, I was.   51 00:07:27.210 --> 00:07:36.690 Jessica Rhodes: working more hours working harder doing more things because I wanted to please people and I didn't want to inconvenience anyone, and I wanted to like show my worth.   52 00:07:37.200 --> 00:07:47.850 Jessica Rhodes: And now that I realized the difference like you know i'm working on our social media at seven in the morning because I want to because it's fun, not because i'm trying to please somebody and then.   53 00:07:48.210 --> 00:07:56.850 Jessica Rhodes: I may stop working at 430 or four o'clock because I know i've provided the value that I can provide that day and I don't feel bad or guilty about it and it's just.   54 00:07:57.990 --> 00:08:05.970 Jessica Rhodes: it's so interesting to have this realization and this breakthrough because i'm now seeing it and other people, which is like i'm like okay now I gotta.   55 00:08:07.050 --> 00:08:15.450 Jessica Rhodes: I can't not coach this person or this or you know, and I think it's I love what you're saying about the dysfunctional.   56 00:08:16.470 --> 00:08:26.970 Jessica Rhodes: You know traits because it's It makes me sad right when people are like they want to check their email on vacation because they don't want to inconvenience, you and I think that's something.   57 00:08:27.330 --> 00:08:38.010 Jessica Rhodes: I mean you talk about this, all the time, like really healing the workplace healing the team, so people can feel free to to take that time off without feeling stressed about it.   58 00:08:38.970 --> 00:08:51.000 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah and the healing of a team starts with the leaders right like it's you it's not enough to just work on an individual level, you also have to work with the organization and, as a group, but it starts with the leader.   59 00:08:51.330 --> 00:09:02.730 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And you can send a message with your words that it's okay to unplug and take a vacation if you're not actually modeling that energetically and with your actions.   60 00:09:03.480 --> 00:09:10.080 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): They people are smart social mammals pick up on cues and it's not just what you say.   61 00:09:10.320 --> 00:09:24.510 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And if you say something's Okay, but every other piece of you is indicating it's not okay your team will get the message they're like all right wink wink got it it's okay to do this, like I know it's not and they won't do it so.   62 00:09:25.380 --> 00:09:38.430 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): This healing that we do as leaders has such an impact to create this next level team to create group healing and we knew think about how people spend and we i'll probably do a whole.   63 00:09:38.910 --> 00:09:44.040 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): episode on this, but when you think about how people spend the majority of their time at work.   64 00:09:44.400 --> 00:09:56.280 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): The space that you create within your Organization has such a huge impact on people's lives which then has this ripple effect on all the people that they live with and come in contact with.   65 00:09:56.610 --> 00:10:11.970 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): So I think leaders have this incredible opportunity to create the shift in consciousness and to heal generational trauma and all of this stuff by creating these safe spaces, with our teams, but it really does start with you as the leader.   66 00:10:12.780 --> 00:10:26.610 Jessica Rhodes: yeah So if you do feel like you're a workaholic and you're addicted to your work just know that there may be some trauma to process there may be some tendencies playing out that are in your blind spot and.   67 00:10:27.150 --> 00:10:40.560 Jessica Rhodes: As somebody who has felt like a workaholic there is this, there is a possibility for you to enjoy taking time off and to do it in a way that feels really good and free and not like it's constricting you know.   68 00:10:41.130 --> 00:10:46.470 Jessica Rhodes: So we hope that this was helpful and maybe shed a light on something that you weren't looking at before.

Margy recently attended Kathleen Cameron's Rise Retreat in May and she shares all about it in this episode!    Links mentioned:  https://www.instagram.com/asoulcalledjoel/ Audio Transcript:    Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): In this episode, I am going to share some of the breakthroughs I had going on a manifestation retreat with Kathleen camera and I went on her rise retreat last week in the Bahamas and it was a really.   2 00:00:19.740 --> 00:00:39.270 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Profound amazing experience it wasn't what I thought it would be, but it definitely ended up being what I needed and so i've been sharing this on my personal instagram at hey MARQuIS on live, but we wanted to bring some of those lessons here to the podcast.   3 00:00:39.930 --> 00:00:50.310 Jessica Rhodes: yeah, and so this came about, we were in Florida for a mastermind that we're in Kelly Roach his legacy leaders, and you know Margie had this.   4 00:00:51.480 --> 00:00:52.230 Jessica Rhodes: Really, this like.   5 00:00:52.710 --> 00:01:02.280 Jessica Rhodes: Calling she's like I need someone to pour into me do I need like an executive coach like I need something right so she's now out seeking and I remember we're walking through the airport.   6 00:01:02.370 --> 00:01:14.910 Jessica Rhodes: Well, she had previously heard from Anna rains like you should go to kathleen's retreat and so we're walking she tells me about it in the hotel room and I was like okay like cool like an expensive retreat in the Bahamas sounds like a.   7 00:01:16.260 --> 00:01:17.250 Jessica Rhodes: Perfect business and.   8 00:01:21.120 --> 00:01:21.780 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It was like.   9 00:01:22.140 --> 00:01:31.350 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): A true into MARQuIS style of like being like I think I want to invest in a you know, an executive coach should work with me a CEO.   10 00:01:31.680 --> 00:01:40.830 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And, but I had been afraid to ask because it felt really selfish to ask the business to invest in coaching that was just for me, but, but I was like you know.   11 00:01:41.250 --> 00:01:49.830 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): As CEO and showing up and coaching and pouring into everybody else I was like I really feel like I need somebody who's like pouring into me.   12 00:01:50.340 --> 00:01:57.930 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): So I was like i'll hire an executive coach and then as just said, I, so I reached out to Anna rains and i'm just kind of like researching different coaches.   13 00:01:58.590 --> 00:02:07.170 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Kathleen Cameron is amazing she's somebody i've like had my eye on who does incredible work with manifestation and she's a really powerful very authentic person.   14 00:02:07.500 --> 00:02:09.360 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And so I reached out to Anna and i'm like.   15 00:02:09.750 --> 00:02:20.790 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): All right, like what a what a kathleen's programs look like you know she's got like some six months programs and there's like a group they're like group programs with a call once a week, which I really was looking for something one on one, but I figured i'd ask like.   16 00:02:21.150 --> 00:02:24.750 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): What does it look like and Anna was like you know I actually think.   17 00:02:25.770 --> 00:02:37.140 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I don't know that her programs would be as good a fit for you as this retreat this like three day retreat in the Bahamas it's going to be amazing Kathleen is going to be there again her energy you'll have these breakthroughs.   18 00:02:38.100 --> 00:02:47.730 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And so, like when, for me, hiring an executive coach to me like telling jess and my wife like I think i'm going to go to the Bahamas and then being like what.   19 00:02:47.760 --> 00:02:54.360 Jessica Rhodes: Are you talking about so we're like walking through the palm beach airport and.   20 00:02:54.870 --> 00:03:00.990 Jessica Rhodes: she's like she has her phone out and she's like I really feel like I need to be there and i'm like all right.   21 00:03:04.230 --> 00:03:17.340 Jessica Rhodes: And like if you know mark it as as argues wife and I know very well when she says she really feels like she needs to be there, like we know it's going to happen and like there's not you know.   22 00:03:17.700 --> 00:03:22.710 Jessica Rhodes: it's like get on board or not, but like business happening, and so we sit down.   23 00:03:23.460 --> 00:03:28.530 Jessica Rhodes: And she's like really sharing like I really feel like I need to be there.   24 00:03:28.890 --> 00:03:37.320 Jessica Rhodes: And she was sort of like and I was like Okay, what does that mean because, like whenever we work with a coach like we always work with a coach like together like we do a mastermind together we're 50 partners and all that.   25 00:03:37.860 --> 00:03:48.420 Jessica Rhodes: And she was sort of like like do you want to check it out like what do you think, and I looked at it and I was like I mean I it's hard to do it's hard to look at a luxury retreat in the Bahamas and be like this ain't for me.   26 00:03:48.930 --> 00:04:01.830 Jessica Rhodes: But I looked at it and I was like this ain't for me like i'm like this Okay, you have my blessing, you can go on this retreat and i'm like I know it'll pay off, but it was like.   27 00:04:02.820 --> 00:04:09.060 Jessica Rhodes: Okay, this, this is what it's like to partner with marky she is like i'm going to do this and you're like I trust you.   28 00:04:10.380 --> 00:04:13.110 Jessica Rhodes: and go ahead.   29 00:04:14.340 --> 00:04:16.860 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah I get some intuitive hits that.   30 00:04:18.420 --> 00:04:26.820 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): seem really off topic, sometimes, but so far 100% of the time they have like paid off.   31 00:04:27.630 --> 00:04:34.590 Jessica Rhodes: it's just so funny because, like it went from like when I think executive coach and I know this like isn't probably super.   32 00:04:35.040 --> 00:04:51.090 Jessica Rhodes: You know, politically correct, but I just think of like an old man in a suit i'm like okay she's gonna go get some like CEO you know, and then it turns out she's like two weeks later in the Bahamas like in clear blue water and this like $33 million mansion and i'm like okay.   33 00:04:52.080 --> 00:05:05.730 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah and it was like and the thing is like yeah I mean a luxury retreat is cool but that wasn't what I set out for I really set out because I knew that I needed to up level as a leader.   34 00:05:06.090 --> 00:05:18.990 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I wanted someone that was coaching me and I wanted some coaching that was like just for me because, like just said, we are coaching together all the time, but increasingly we have very, very different roles and.   35 00:05:19.620 --> 00:05:29.100 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Like i'm the only one in the CEO see and like it's just a different vibe it's a different like I don't feel like i'm alone, sometimes.   36 00:05:29.370 --> 00:05:43.500 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And so having a coach who's just working with me directly to help me be the best CEO possible and to help me coach and mentor everybody else in the business, who I met her directly and like to help them up level even more.   37 00:05:44.880 --> 00:05:47.250 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I was also picturing an old white man.   38 00:05:48.390 --> 00:05:53.550 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Which is why I was so funny because it was like the feeling was so strong and it was like also funny because.   39 00:05:53.970 --> 00:06:04.890 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I am a little bit like easing into travel, so the idea like i'm looking at this thing we're in the airport and I had just been like I think I want to travel less.   40 00:06:05.220 --> 00:06:10.830 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And this retreat is like less than a month away an international trip it, which is just like.   41 00:06:11.700 --> 00:06:23.550 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): On the surface, I was like this is, and of course it was like every annual doctor's appointment, I had fell during that one week it was like there was, like all these inconveniences that I was just like.   42 00:06:23.970 --> 00:06:31.020 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Oh, but I felt so strong and I was like I have to be there, and so I just I was, like all right i'm rescheduling everything and like.   43 00:06:31.650 --> 00:06:48.900 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): You know, deep appreciation to just for supporting me and for believing that there would be an Roi to the business and to my wife, for supporting me when she was like really not happy that I had just gotten home and was like i'm going to the Bahamas like by.   44 00:06:51.120 --> 00:07:06.450 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): She was not happy, but I knew that I had to go and I thought it was because I needed to go and get into kathleen's presence, because she has this incredible vibe and Energy I had heard about it.   45 00:07:06.930 --> 00:07:26.670 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I ended up going and we actually didn't spend a lot of time with Kathleen because she had some health issues, which was really interesting because, at first, the first day she wasn't there and I was like there was a part of my mind that was like oh wait a minute.   46 00:07:26.880 --> 00:07:38.340 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Like Why did I have this intuitive hit that I needed to be at this thing when the person who whose presence, I wanted to be in to get this next level guidance to bring back to the business.   47 00:07:38.790 --> 00:07:47.220 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): isn't here and I don't say that with any rudeness, but like those are the sort of limiting thoughts that come up sometimes but then there was this other part of me that was like.   48 00:07:47.550 --> 00:07:55.830 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): i'm here this investment is made, I am going to have a breakthrough and like when I decide i'm going to have a breakthrough.   49 00:07:56.250 --> 00:08:03.570 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): As I told a few people I could have a breakthrough staring at a telephone pole like breakthroughs on demand baby if.   50 00:08:04.020 --> 00:08:12.450 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): i'm going to have a breakthrough i'm going to have a breakthrough and I did end up having these huge breakthroughs, but they weren't and This is so true like when we did landmark it was like this, like.   51 00:08:13.050 --> 00:08:25.110 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I the breakthrough is never Look how I think they're going to look but it's always the breakthrough that I need and showing up without my wife without jess and justin I always go to business things together.   52 00:08:26.340 --> 00:08:35.310 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It was so weird I like I couldn't believe it, so I show up in the super expensive Villa expecting to feel.   53 00:08:35.940 --> 00:08:43.590 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): This like amazing manifesting abundance right and I showed up and I actually felt kind of weird.   54 00:08:44.070 --> 00:08:57.300 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I was like shit like i'm not i'm not manifesting right, you know, like i'm supposed to i'm supposed to be in this expensive Villa and feel the feelings of abundance and, like all of this stuff and.   55 00:08:57.840 --> 00:09:04.710 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): But I like showed up, and it was sort of awkward because I came a little bit earlier than everyone else, so there was only a few people in the House and, like.   56 00:09:04.950 --> 00:09:09.210 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And again, that i'm not knocking the retreat amazing retreat Kathleen is amazing.   57 00:09:09.540 --> 00:09:14.550 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): This is how I experienced it because of my level of consciousness, which then evolved we're going to take you through it.   58 00:09:14.850 --> 00:09:19.920 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): But, so I first arrived and i'm feeling awkward and there's like a few people and i'm kind of like high.   59 00:09:20.370 --> 00:09:26.970 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And they all seem to know each other, because they had participated in Bob proctor and Kathleen programs for a long time.   60 00:09:27.270 --> 00:09:33.720 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): They are part of that world which I have never done any of those things, so people are like, why are you here, and I was like.   61 00:09:34.440 --> 00:09:42.960 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): i've gotten that question a few times you know, like just an Alex would would ask the same thing i'm not sure I just knew I had to be here and.   62 00:09:43.350 --> 00:09:51.780 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It was sort of awkward and then everybody arrived, and we had this dinner but Kathleen was supposed to be there, but she wasn't there and it was.   63 00:09:52.110 --> 00:10:05.820 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It was a little weird and I didn't really know anyone I knew one person I knew Annabel like she had other friends there who she's been friends with for a long time, so I didn't want to like intrude on her time with her bfs so I was just sort of like awkwardly floating around.   64 00:10:07.650 --> 00:10:22.740 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And being like Why do I feel so weird like i'm like Marty what the hell is wrong with you like you're literally in a mansion on the beach, why are you feeling uncomfortable you should just be feeling like amazing and manifest it.   65 00:10:24.180 --> 00:10:35.250 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And so we go through the first full day of the retreat Kathleen still not there it's very unclear when she's going to get there if she's going to get there and i'm kind of like what is happening.   66 00:10:35.520 --> 00:10:45.150 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And i'm still like in this battle against myself of like Come on, you asshole like manifest like look at the ocean and feel the feelings of abundance margate.   67 00:10:45.210 --> 00:10:47.340 Jessica Rhodes: swing on those swings in the water.   68 00:10:48.330 --> 00:10:50.220 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): But well we didn't get to the swings yet that was like.   69 00:10:50.220 --> 00:11:10.230 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Okay, but but i'm like come on girl like talking to myself, like and but still feeling so weird so we get through day one, and it's like nice um I think it was the I think it was all day one, because we get to dinner and or like dinner time and people are sharing.   70 00:11:11.820 --> 00:11:17.730 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I was like I need to share this because i've experienced this so many times.   71 00:11:18.150 --> 00:11:28.320 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Where there's just something like not it up and you and you're like fighting against yourself and only when you say it out loud to other human beings are you free of it.   72 00:11:28.740 --> 00:11:40.650 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And it's always awkward but it's like I knew I needed to do that so everyone's doing their shares and they're like talking about abundance and, like all like the stuff we're supposed to be talking about.   73 00:11:41.100 --> 00:11:49.560 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I, so I get the MIC and we're at this big giant live live edge wood table with this insane ocean view.   74 00:11:50.520 --> 00:12:06.090 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I get the MIC and, of course, my voice starts cracking immediately so i'm like into the MIC like I just feel like it's like so embarrassing voices like that, through this entire speech.   75 00:12:08.130 --> 00:12:09.090 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I just like.   76 00:12:09.330 --> 00:12:24.510 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): open to other them about like feeling so insecure and like showing up alone and feeling like those old feelings from like middle school of like.   77 00:12:24.960 --> 00:12:35.160 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): You know, it does my body look right like Am I wearing the right clothes, am I saying the right things like everybody knows each other they're already friends and i'm like I you know i'm like.   78 00:12:35.670 --> 00:12:46.170 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I don't know anyone so i'm kind of floating around and i'm like trying not to look like a weird outcast but i'm also trying not to intrude on other people's conversations like like just like being an absolute nutcase.   79 00:12:46.290 --> 00:12:47.790 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): In this like gorgeous.   80 00:12:48.390 --> 00:12:50.130 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): With this gorgeous backdrop.   81 00:12:50.610 --> 00:12:56.190 Jessica Rhodes: If you have not seen the instagram stories like imagine selling sunset It is like one of those mansions.   82 00:12:56.340 --> 00:13:08.460 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah and it's like and one of the lessons I think, is that, like, no matter how gorgeous scenery it's like what what is happening inside of you that's what matters like you could have a view of a dumpster and if you're in alignment.   83 00:13:08.880 --> 00:13:22.440 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): it's gonna be amazing and you can be in a gorgeous $35 million Villa and like battling old insecurities that you thought you were like 20 years away from experiencing.   84 00:13:22.860 --> 00:13:32.040 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): So I share all this in my like cracked voice, and it was so beautiful and by like being honest with people about how I was feeling.   85 00:13:32.400 --> 00:13:40.470 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I was able to actually connect with them people new group are tearing up people told me they felt the same way and I was like, and it was like.   86 00:13:40.890 --> 00:13:49.590 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I was like really because you look amazing and they were like you look amazing and I was like maybe we're all crazy and it was just so amazing.   87 00:13:50.250 --> 00:13:59.970 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And so after I did that share Oh, you know what this was after the boat experience, so we did have that really cool but experience, which was really nice, but I still felt kind of weird and then.   88 00:14:01.230 --> 00:14:12.840 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): After I said that we you know we finished our food everybody's like milling around and rosie this really nice woman who was there comes up to me and she was like you know.   89 00:14:13.830 --> 00:14:22.800 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Today, when we were on the boat excursion I told you, I love your bathing suit it's like your style is so gorgeous and so unique.   90 00:14:23.250 --> 00:14:33.660 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And she had said this compliment at a normal volume of voice to me people around heard because they were they could hear that conversation they're like yeah I heard that.   91 00:14:34.080 --> 00:14:40.530 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I didn't answer her like it must have looked like I snapped her because I literally didn't hear it.   92 00:14:41.160 --> 00:14:56.040 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And that blew my mind, I was like I because I wasn't feeling confident in myself I literally physically could not hear the nice things that people were saying to me.   93 00:14:56.850 --> 00:15:01.140 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And that blew my fucking mind because it's like how much love.   94 00:15:01.410 --> 00:15:16.290 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): and support is around you that you're not even hearing how much money are people trying to give you, and you are not even hearing them you're not even seeing it because you're out of alignment with that and so.   95 00:15:17.010 --> 00:15:32.790 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): That was, like the first that was like part one of the lesson that was really, really profound for me and then the next day there was like a deeper version of that same lesson, do you want me to pause just.   96 00:15:35.520 --> 00:15:40.650 Jessica Rhodes: um no I don't think I have anything to add, so why don't you keep going.   97 00:15:41.820 --> 00:15:53.730 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Okay, so the next day, and I also want to say it wasn't like it wasn't like I said this and then everything was great like right, I was still in the space of discomfort.   98 00:15:54.060 --> 00:15:59.730 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): But it wasn't like it was before I felt connected to the people around me I just felt a little uncomfortable.   99 00:16:00.360 --> 00:16:06.420 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And one of the things i've realized is that being connected with people makes me uncomfortable, and so I have to work with my nervous system.   100 00:16:07.020 --> 00:16:14.550 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Like true connection so that really broke the ice when I was able to share that people started coming up to me.   101 00:16:14.880 --> 00:16:18.210 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And like you know there were like you seem really confident like.   102 00:16:18.480 --> 00:16:28.110 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I was there were like one person was like I was really surprised to hear you say that because you seemed really confident you seemed really happy and friendly and confident and I never would have guessed you're feeling that way.   103 00:16:28.530 --> 00:16:37.350 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And that was cool because I was like how many other people are feeling that way that we just think are so much more confident than we are, but they are actually feeling a totally different way, so.   104 00:16:37.920 --> 00:16:47.880 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I connected with people Peggy shout out to Peggy my bfs who we know who's done like a bunch of our master classes, I got to know her.   105 00:16:49.530 --> 00:16:58.920 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And it was just really special so i'm still feeling a little uncomfortable because i've just been super vulnerable with all these basically strangers, but I felt this relief and people were like you look lighter.   106 00:16:59.490 --> 00:17:07.950 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And so the next day thing was the next day, or maybe it was two days later, then the our last morning there we did a.   107 00:17:08.460 --> 00:17:21.240 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Guided meditation with this amazing musician named Joel his handle is a soul called Joel will link to it in the show notes he's on Tik Tok and on Instagram as a soul called Joel.   108 00:17:22.800 --> 00:17:27.900 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): he's the best he's like the most calming person in the entire world, he also has all these amazing.   109 00:17:28.530 --> 00:17:35.550 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): manifestation and affirmation and just instrumental stuff on spotify he's an incredible guitar player and singer he.   110 00:17:35.880 --> 00:17:47.760 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Is the guitar player for India irie they've been working together for like seven eight years he manifested that that's a whole sidebar but he told me the story of how we manifest that she found him online crazy so.   111 00:17:48.900 --> 00:17:49.560 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): he's like.   112 00:17:49.710 --> 00:18:03.030 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Alright, so i'm going to walk you through this meditation called I am the love of my life and I had seen it on the agenda and i'm like cute like whatever like that's Nice.   113 00:18:03.330 --> 00:18:14.250 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And then I met Joe I sat with him at dinner The night before and I was like oh this guy's great like he's like so calm and like he just has one of those people who just love immediately he's so open.   114 00:18:14.550 --> 00:18:31.110 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): he's so calm he makes you feel calm he he can like regulate other people he has a superpower so having talked to Joel and gotten to know his very calm energy i'm like cool this is going to be a chill time this like morning meditation.   115 00:18:32.400 --> 00:18:34.080 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It was not in fact a chill time.   116 00:18:35.820 --> 00:18:48.900 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): But it was the time I needed so he's playing guitar he's having us like breathe in and breathe out and then he starts playing this song which is on spotify.   117 00:18:49.950 --> 00:18:58.110 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): called I am the love of my life which, like i'm like okay like that's super cute but I wasn't like I didn't like here that title is like oh my gosh.   118 00:18:59.580 --> 00:19:03.060 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): i'm like that's that's nice i'm sure other people will get a lot of that I think is.   119 00:19:05.460 --> 00:19:06.930 Jessica Rhodes: So classic MARQuIS.   120 00:19:07.920 --> 00:19:09.540 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I I don't learn sometimes.   121 00:19:09.720 --> 00:19:17.580 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): So he's like playing the guitar and he's like an amazing guitarist and also he's so present and in flow when he plays that it just has a different quality.   122 00:19:18.150 --> 00:19:27.600 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And so, he starts he's like close your eyes i'm like all right Joel and then and then he's like I want you to watch a movie of your life.   123 00:19:28.110 --> 00:19:37.470 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): For two minutes, starting at your birth and coming to this moment for two minutes I want you to just close your eyes.   124 00:19:37.950 --> 00:19:47.910 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): and watch the video and so he's playing the song the love of my life he's like coming in and talking to us a little bit and everybody's eyes are closed and.   125 00:19:48.840 --> 00:19:58.290 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I just start to hear like loud cry coming from all around me, you know, like and and like and i'm crying too so.   126 00:19:58.680 --> 00:20:14.070 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): i've done a lot of trauma work i've done i've done i've like gone back there i've process stuff so i'm like I kind of felt like I knew what to expect like this, I am about to embark on watching a very sad movie.   127 00:20:14.460 --> 00:20:29.370 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And like fine so but I started, and the reason I started crying was not because it was sad, it was because of the opposite, so I start watching I like watch my birth and, like my dad's there and it's like so cute.   128 00:20:30.180 --> 00:20:34.560 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And and i'm like this little baby and then I watched like my life.   129 00:20:35.460 --> 00:20:44.550 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And it was so weird because I felt like I could see things differently, even though it was just an imagination like it's a projection.   130 00:20:44.850 --> 00:20:57.330 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): But it really felt like I was there and suddenly I could see all these things watching it from the outside, that I hadn't been able to see when I was actually experiencing it as my younger self.   131 00:20:57.900 --> 00:21:12.300 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And the thing that I saw that blew my mind was that I have this very subconscious narrative that like I am alone right like that, like i've just always been so.   132 00:21:13.020 --> 00:21:22.470 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): lonely like i've always like even I feel the most lonely when I have the most people around me, even if it's like people I love.   133 00:21:22.920 --> 00:21:37.230 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): i've always just felt like disconnected and out of place, and like sometimes being around other people was worse than just being alone because it made me feel even more alone, so I know this is kind of kind of.   134 00:21:37.620 --> 00:21:40.320 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): dark right, but I want to be really.   135 00:21:40.320 --> 00:21:42.570 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): honest about it, because if i'm not.   136 00:21:42.630 --> 00:21:44.880 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): You won't be able to get anything out of it so.   137 00:21:47.040 --> 00:21:58.320 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And it was like it's subconscious like I wouldn't have described it as that what I thought was that, like people just didn't love me as much as they loved other people that's what I thought, because I couldn't feel the love.   138 00:21:58.650 --> 00:22:05.580 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): So I thought that people don't love me enough like I feel alone when i'm with my loved ones, because they don't love me enough.   139 00:22:06.000 --> 00:22:11.160 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): they're not giving me enough love they're not you know, giving me enough words of affirmation support and all that stuff.   140 00:22:11.700 --> 00:22:27.000 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And then I watched the movie of my life and what blew me away was the amount of love the number of people who have been rooting for me, since day one cheering me on supporting me.   141 00:22:27.390 --> 00:22:40.020 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): loving me, and it was so crazy and then those people who are really memorable like those negative experiences of people who like said mean things to me are called me uglier said I was fat like that stuff that.   142 00:22:40.620 --> 00:22:47.100 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): in so many ways, has like shaped me kind of and made me more closed off and made me distrustful.   143 00:22:47.490 --> 00:22:59.940 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It was such a minority of people who are mean and the majority of people like loved me and supported me so much, I was like crying because i'm like seeing all of this love and support.   144 00:23:00.780 --> 00:23:13.260 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): That I hadn't seen and I hadn't felt it and the analogy that came to me was like it was sort of like you've got like this jug of water right and the waters, the love.   145 00:23:13.710 --> 00:23:22.950 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And then i'm this jar and the tops on the JAR and so you're pouring the jug of of water over the JAR trying to get it in the JAR.   146 00:23:23.250 --> 00:23:28.470 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And it's all just hitting the top and going out there's nothing going in the JAR.   147 00:23:28.890 --> 00:23:45.330 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And then, instead of me being like the tops on the JAR I kept thinking there's not enough in the jug there's not enough love i'm not getting enough love and it was crazy to realize how much love and support I was getting and that I wasn't receiving it.   148 00:23:46.830 --> 00:23:56.250 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And that, just like changed everything for me, I feel like and I realized, and I I voice message my wife Alex I voice messages because.   149 00:23:57.300 --> 00:24:07.110 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): The two of them, particularly they see me a lot they know me well, that you know, and one of the things I do is like.   150 00:24:07.680 --> 00:24:13.770 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I just don't like to show weakness I because of my narrative that i'm alone it's me verse everybody.   151 00:24:14.190 --> 00:24:26.550 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): it's like I always have my game face on like almost no matter what i'm like no worries I know what to do, we're good i'm fine i'm good like let me help you i'm fine.   152 00:24:27.210 --> 00:24:32.700 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I realized that I had noticed, I had picked up on.   153 00:24:33.030 --> 00:24:40.080 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Those moments where to me, I was showing weakness, where I don't think this is actually weakness I don't think they would say this, but my interpretation was.   154 00:24:40.320 --> 00:24:47.700 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Weak moments moments, where I didn't know what to do, moments, where I got emotional and I didn't mean to moments, where I was vulnerable.   155 00:24:48.450 --> 00:24:56.220 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I could tell that both jess and Alex in those moments were happy right they would like lean in there, like yes.   156 00:24:56.700 --> 00:25:09.240 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And my interpretation for my previous understanding of me verse everyone was like these assholes like they want to see me week, while they're not fucking gun like you know it was like.   157 00:25:09.810 --> 00:25:20.040 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And it was so funny to have this realization and be like they're not happy because they want me to suffer they're happy because they love me.   158 00:25:20.370 --> 00:25:30.480 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And they want to actually be able to see me and contribute to me and connect with me and when i'm acting like everything's perfect and i'm on top of it, and I have my game face on.   159 00:25:30.810 --> 00:25:48.240 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): They can't connect with me when i'm like let me help you and i'm supporting them but i'm not allowing them to see me or support me i'm like robbing them of this gift of contribution of real contribution and connection with me, and that was like so crazy.   160 00:25:48.810 --> 00:25:55.140 Jessica Rhodes: yeah yeah because when you're it feels it feels like a one way relationship, you know.   161 00:25:55.770 --> 00:26:01.200 Jessica Rhodes: When when you know one person is not ever opening up or showing their vulnerabilities are showing their weakness like.   162 00:26:01.710 --> 00:26:09.810 Jessica Rhodes: I know, for me it was like after i'm like well MARQuIS always has it together, she is always right, she is never having a down moment and.   163 00:26:10.650 --> 00:26:17.340 Jessica Rhodes: Meanwhile i'm like crying and like broad dlp, and so I think you know for so long i've always felt.   164 00:26:17.730 --> 00:26:29.490 Jessica Rhodes: You know I would feel less than you because i'm like well she never has breakdown she's not you know, then so it was just I really acknowledge you for like having that breakthrough and sharing that because it does feel.   165 00:26:30.210 --> 00:26:35.160 Jessica Rhodes: So good to be able to support somebody when they're feeling down because everyone has those down moments.   166 00:26:36.930 --> 00:26:40.890 Jessica Rhodes: And it's nice to be able to support each other.   167 00:26:41.550 --> 00:26:46.020 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah and it feels good to receive support it's uncomfortable.   168 00:26:46.080 --> 00:26:52.050 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Like for me and if you're like me after work with your nervous system, because it feels like you just want a snapshot.   169 00:26:53.040 --> 00:26:54.150 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Then you gotta like.   170 00:26:54.300 --> 00:27:01.620 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): stay open and like ease into it, but it feels good to receive that and it also feels good to like.   171 00:27:02.280 --> 00:27:10.950 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): be a real person like it's and it's like I do, I do have it together a lot like I, but there are moments where.   172 00:27:11.490 --> 00:27:20.370 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I don't share what's going on, or one thing I do is like when it's happening like when i'm in something when i'm really in it.   173 00:27:20.700 --> 00:27:27.600 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): my mind to keep me safe is like don't tell anyone don't tell anyone because it feels like an open nerve that I have to protect.   174 00:27:27.900 --> 00:27:36.300 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And then it's only once i've like figured it out by myself and i'm, on the other side of it that all then tell this really sanitized version of it.   175 00:27:36.540 --> 00:27:46.650 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): which looks like authenticity and is a kind of authenticity, but it's not the same as opening up when you're in it, because that's what feels really threatening but that's also.   176 00:27:46.920 --> 00:27:54.240 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): What allows your people to see you and to support you, and it was also like to hear you say that justin Alex said something similar to me.   177 00:27:54.960 --> 00:28:03.660 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It was crazy to realize that because of my fear of people hurting me and my belief that, I mean I am so sensitive.   178 00:28:04.110 --> 00:28:15.300 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I always looked at extreme sensitivity as a handicap and something that I had to hide and like protect and to realize that.   179 00:28:15.990 --> 00:28:26.490 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): In my fear of like vulnerability in my fear of being hurt in my effort to protect my sensitivity and what felt like an opener for me.   180 00:28:26.820 --> 00:28:34.530 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I had made the people that I love most feel bad about themselves because i'm showing up protecting myself acting like everything's fine.   181 00:28:34.860 --> 00:28:44.490 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And not realizing that i'm making them feel less than or like they can't contribute to me, and that was crazy, because that is not at all what I intended.   182 00:28:44.880 --> 00:28:53.640 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And it was just it was very cool and of course it's like an ongoing thing i'm gonna have to keep reminding myself like reminding my body doing the neuro drills.   183 00:28:53.940 --> 00:29:03.780 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): it's safe it's safe to let people in it's safe to let people see me what I don't have it together but it's so powerful and it's just.   184 00:29:04.620 --> 00:29:19.350 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I feel less alone, like, I really feel differently, after a lifetime of unconsciously feeling alone, I feel, and receive the love and support around me now for the first time.   185 00:29:21.120 --> 00:29:22.110 Jessica Rhodes: so beautiful.   186 00:29:24.930 --> 00:29:29.880 Jessica Rhodes: We are really taking y'all on some deep journey so welcome to our life.   187 00:29:30.960 --> 00:29:33.090 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah June is a deep.   188 00:29:33.810 --> 00:29:37.770 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Deep month on the podcast, so I hope I hope that you like it.   189 00:29:39.000 --> 00:29:40.320 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): follow us on social.   190 00:29:40.320 --> 00:29:40.740 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): media.   191 00:29:41.460 --> 00:29:46.410 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): shoot us an email, I really am interested in people's takeaways like.   192 00:29:46.710 --> 00:29:56.430 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): If you heard something here and you're like oh my gosh this is me feel free to like send us a DM or you can email me at marquee at interview connections COM if you're just like oh my gosh.   193 00:29:57.060 --> 00:30:07.110 Jessica Rhodes: Like honestly were the type of friends, you can like dms and tell us your deepest traumas on the first DM and like we're not going to judge you for that So if you are hearing this and you're just like wow I can relate to this like.   194 00:30:07.560 --> 00:30:10.410 Jessica Rhodes: You can find us on social you can send us a message.   195 00:30:11.190 --> 00:30:12.300 Jessica Rhodes: Like we're happy to.   196 00:30:12.690 --> 00:30:24.210 Jessica Rhodes: to connect with you, if you're you know, an entrepreneur that's like really serious about up leveling and you want to coach with us, you want to get out on podcasts like reach out to us, you know interview connections COM marquee at interview connections COM.   197 00:30:24.780 --> 00:30:27.450 Jessica Rhodes: Multiple calls to action breaking my own rules, but.   198 00:30:28.680 --> 00:30:30.330 Jessica Rhodes: yeah alright thanks all.

In this episode, we nerd out on all things nervous system! We share more about nervous system co-regulation and how actually dysregulating each other's nervous systems was the key to experiencing a quantum leap of personal growth.   Links mentioned:    Elisabeth's previous podcast appearances on our show:    Applied Neurology: https://interviewconnections.com/elisabeth/ Leadership and the Nervous System: https://interviewconnections.com/leadership-the-nervous-system/   Audio Transcript:    Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): On this episode, we are going to be nurturing out on the nervous system and on some really deep work that dustin I have been doing together.   2 00:00:14.219 --> 00:00:25.410 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And then, with the help of Elizabeth Christoph who is our nervous system angel and the incredible breakthroughs that that work has really made available.   3 00:00:26.790 --> 00:00:37.170 Jessica Rhodes: yeah I have learned, I mean i'm embarrassed to say I really didn't know what the nervous system was until like a year or year and a half ago, I mean, I guess, I had heard the phrase, but I really didn't understand it.   4 00:00:37.530 --> 00:00:52.980 Jessica Rhodes: and Elizabeth has been on this podcast I think three times I interviewed her a couple of years ago, so definitely will link to these episodes in the show notes, so you can can listen she's been on marquees panels leadership and the nervous system panels.   5 00:00:54.030 --> 00:01:02.940 Jessica Rhodes: And i've just learned so much about the nervous system and it's helps me like experience the biggest breakthroughs i've ever had.   6 00:01:04.080 --> 00:01:12.330 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah, and the reason that elizabeth's work and she's legit she has been featured in forbes she's like we're clearly obsessed with her.   7 00:01:13.110 --> 00:01:24.480 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): We feature her every possible opportunity we both personally work with her, we have coaching clients work with her when they have something they need to process through their nervous system, like the level of.   8 00:01:25.140 --> 00:01:32.460 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Our trust in her and our love of her is like very, very high, because we don't take that lightly, who we work with and also who we send our clients to.   9 00:01:33.030 --> 00:01:46.110 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): So what I love about elizabeth's work is I think there's such a huge focus in the personal development space on these mindset emotional energetic up levels.   10 00:01:46.590 --> 00:01:59.250 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I love them they're amazing like I love them i've had so many like mindset and your feelings and your emotional guidance system, all that stuff is so real and so important.   11 00:01:59.970 --> 00:02:11.730 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And also, I felt that I personally and i've observed other people kind of hit a ceiling on how far I could go with just mindset and emotion and energy.   12 00:02:12.150 --> 00:02:19.680 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I really wasn't sure why until I learned more about the nervous system and the work that Elizabeth doing.   13 00:02:20.040 --> 00:02:35.760 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And realizing that my mind my energy my spirit was like leveling up like crazy, but no one had talked to my body about what we were doing and that resulted in.   14 00:02:36.180 --> 00:02:46.230 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Yes, migraines exhaustion fatigue, but also in me sort of like getting up to the ledge of doing this thing that I knew I should do in this leap of faith.   15 00:02:46.710 --> 00:02:52.020 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And backing off because the discomfort in my body was so intense.   16 00:02:52.470 --> 00:03:01.560 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I felt like I couldn't handle it, whether that was like you know super tight in the chest like shaking hands shaking voice like it was just like.   17 00:03:01.830 --> 00:03:15.630 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It was like my body was like hell no and so i'm ready to show up powerfully and make this big move, and meanwhile i'm like shaking i'm like I have this week voice i'm like so tense, I can barely get the word out like.   18 00:03:15.990 --> 00:03:27.660 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And i'm like this in it like this any would make me back off because i'd be kind of honestly embarrassed because my body is not cooperating and I feel so powerful, I want to show up powerfully.   19 00:03:28.050 --> 00:03:36.120 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And then i'm showing up with so much fear in my body and people can feel that and I can feel that and it started messing with my mindset.   20 00:03:36.420 --> 00:03:50.220 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Because I would like go for these up levels, then I would have these reactions his old fear and stuff in my body, and I would back off because I would be like oh God it's too much Oh, it was like there was a fear.   21 00:03:50.520 --> 00:03:59.610 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Of the fear like feeling the discomfort in my body from the fear was so uncomfortable that I would back off and i'd be like okay I won't do it then.   22 00:03:59.940 --> 00:04:03.120 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And then I would be getting mad at myself for playing small.   23 00:04:03.510 --> 00:04:15.900 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): But the threat response that my body was going through, it was like you're gonna die you're going to die is like you're not gonna die from going on Facebook live, but if your body is sure that you will.   24 00:04:16.290 --> 00:04:23.850 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It will feel really, really scary and your brains job as Elizabeth says, all the time, is to keep you safe so.   25 00:04:24.420 --> 00:04:27.510 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): This has been such a profound thing for me because.   26 00:04:27.930 --> 00:04:40.950 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): it's really allowed me to quantum leap because i've already done all this work i've like I mean i've processed, a lot of trauma i've done a lot of energetic work i've done so much mindset so much emotional guidance system stuff.   27 00:04:41.430 --> 00:04:50.970 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It was the body was really the last piece, for me, and by now learning how to work with my nervous system and get the nervous system on board and take that time.   28 00:04:51.240 --> 00:04:57.630 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): To be like hey here's what we're doing it's going to be safe and like doing the neuro drills and the tapping.   29 00:04:58.260 --> 00:05:07.920 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It the power and the grounding that I now have is absolutely incredible and I say that as someone who has a tendency to dissociate.   30 00:05:08.520 --> 00:05:15.300 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And when you dissociate you're not in your body and so getting in my body is a focus for me.   31 00:05:15.900 --> 00:05:24.480 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): it's it's always something that I have to be really mindful of and i'm like up in the head i'm like flying like let's do this.   32 00:05:24.990 --> 00:05:39.030 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Typical air sign if you're into astrology and my my Achilles heel is always grounding a lack of grounding and feeling safe in my body feeling safe grounding into my body.   33 00:05:39.450 --> 00:05:50.130 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): has made me so much more powerful as a leader as a mammal You know, as you know, we are, we are like.   34 00:05:50.910 --> 00:06:06.210 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): alpha apex predators as humans like and there's something when you bring that full power, not in an aggressive way in your body to all the other work you've done mentally it's fucking crazy are we allowed to swear on the spot.   35 00:06:06.780 --> 00:06:16.890 Jessica Rhodes: Now well well we'll have the explicit sign, but I feel like that's very fitting for a show with you, because we always put the little explicit emoji react in slack so.   36 00:06:17.250 --> 00:06:18.150 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah i'm a big.   37 00:06:18.450 --> 00:06:24.030 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): fan of being explicit I always say I want to tell you explicitly what I want.   38 00:06:24.450 --> 00:06:26.040 there's no miscommunication.   39 00:06:27.420 --> 00:06:30.660 Jessica Rhodes: yeah I love, all of this, and you know.   40 00:06:31.680 --> 00:06:43.080 Jessica Rhodes: MARQuIS came to me recently and I alluded to this and I didn't lead to it, I said it in the last episode, but I want to dive more into this, I mean, are you why don't you share that side of story because yeah I want you to share.   41 00:06:43.350 --> 00:06:50.700 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Okay, so something was happening, where I was getting dis regulated, when I was talking to us.   42 00:06:51.090 --> 00:06:58.770 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And there, there are something we talked about last episode we'll talk about it this episode like mirroring and funding and stuff like that which is a trauma response.   43 00:06:59.070 --> 00:07:08.790 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): where you want someone to like you, or you want to connect with someone, but to do that, you try to be what you think they want or to mirror what they're doing.   44 00:07:09.060 --> 00:07:19.290 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): which can backfire right, because if people feel like you're being in authentic and you're kind of stepping on their toes and you're doing what they're doing but it doesn't feel like it's really authentic.   45 00:07:19.740 --> 00:07:28.530 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It can dis regulate them right and they start to get like they don't know why but they're just getting this feeling around you have like I don't know like I don't know if I like this.   46 00:07:29.010 --> 00:07:42.840 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I was starting to get that feeling and especially stepping into the personal brand I was getting it more, because just was getting more regulated, understandably, I was also kind of just regulated, because it was scary to step out into this content.   47 00:07:43.950 --> 00:07:58.860 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I really wasn't working with my nervous system, yet at that point so i'm already I would say delicate nervous system, wise in this new situation and then justice dysregulation was like we were just.   48 00:07:58.890 --> 00:08:00.750 Jessica Rhodes: It was a thing out of 10.   49 00:08:01.380 --> 00:08:06.870 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And yeah and I, like the reason people, people are like, why do you have such a successful partnership and like.   50 00:08:07.620 --> 00:08:11.640 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): We are able to talk to each other about stuff that like.   51 00:08:12.090 --> 00:08:23.790 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): You you would never talk to someone about like because I started and I started to think about susie so susie if you've heard past episodes i'll let just do the whole story, but she was like a friend in middle school and there was this.   52 00:08:24.120 --> 00:08:29.880 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Experience with her were in typical middle school girl on evolved fashion.   53 00:08:30.750 --> 00:08:31.230 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Like.   54 00:08:31.410 --> 00:08:38.400 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): You know pulled this kind of power move, where she stopped talking to just she brought the friend group with her to super traumatizing.   55 00:08:39.210 --> 00:08:45.330 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And, in some ways and justin I have talked about this, there are some parallels between me and susie.   56 00:08:46.320 --> 00:08:59.100 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Just like energy wise and like so it was really interesting because, as this, I was already a little wonky with my regulation because i'm stepping into this new level.   57 00:08:59.790 --> 00:09:07.260 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Just seems just regulated, I can tell that there's more like finding and mirroring which is making me feel smothered which is making me feel this regulated.   58 00:09:07.800 --> 00:09:21.720 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I started thinking about susie and we had done coaching we've worked with great coaches and you know both jess and I are quite familiar with each other, like middle school drama and we talked about it all the time with our coaches.   59 00:09:22.200 --> 00:09:26.490 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I was like you know what I wonder if this happened with susie.   60 00:09:26.850 --> 00:09:34.230 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I wonder if susie was getting this regulated and, of course, a middle school girl is not going to be evolved enough to say.   61 00:09:34.500 --> 00:09:46.080 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): You know what I think you're just regulating my nervous system, can we talk through the trauma that we might be playing out together so that we can have a more aligned dynamic now middle school girls are bitches she was like by.   62 00:09:47.250 --> 00:09:57.300 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And like and she used her influence to create you know, the new situation that she wanted, which is what people do, especially in middle school.   63 00:09:57.690 --> 00:10:04.620 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): So it was really interesting though, because I realized, we had talked a lot with coaches about.   64 00:10:05.130 --> 00:10:13.080 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): The susie situation, but it was always the aftermath right, it was always like okay you've been abandoned and now there's this abandonment wound.   65 00:10:13.440 --> 00:10:22.860 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): How do we, you know build your self worth up, which is like fine but, honestly it's kind of superficial right, because if you don't get to the root of something.   66 00:10:23.100 --> 00:10:33.090 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): You can layer affirmations all day long it's not gonna work it's not going to work at the level of your nervous system, and you can say I feel so much better, but people can tell that you don't so.   67 00:10:33.630 --> 00:10:51.990 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And that's not just just like i've done that too we've all done that, and then like i'm doing great and it's like maybe, so I realized we've never gone before the susie incident right before it right so we've always just said yeah like susie's a jerk middle school girls are.   68 00:10:51.990 --> 00:10:55.860 Jessica Rhodes: traumatized and if susie if you happen to be listening I forgive you and I love you very much.   69 00:10:56.910 --> 00:11:01.350 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): We understand what happened with your nervous system, we get it we're on the level with you.   70 00:11:03.030 --> 00:11:06.900 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): and honestly, as far as middle school girls got like truly no judgment.   71 00:11:07.590 --> 00:11:15.720 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): it's a savage time so yeah, but it was really I was like we've never gone we've never asked the question why did susie leave.   72 00:11:16.020 --> 00:11:22.140 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Because it's always been I think people are afraid to ask questions like that, personally, and one of the things I like to do coaching people.   73 00:11:22.530 --> 00:11:29.280 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Is ask those questions that other people are afraid to ask because it's it's hard to tell someone who's like Oh, I had this.   74 00:11:29.670 --> 00:11:39.570 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): You know, someone abandoned me it was so traumatizing it's pretty in your face to say like, why do you think they left you right like because it's not just there a terrible person.   75 00:11:40.050 --> 00:11:48.210 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Everybody as Elizabeth would say is acting on the level of their nervous system, everybody is doing the best that they can.   76 00:11:48.510 --> 00:11:58.380 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And so, are there, people without empathy yes, there are, but the majority of people, they don't do things for no reason right, it might be their own reasons, it might be their own trauma and have nothing to do with you.   77 00:11:58.890 --> 00:12:09.270 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): But, as I was getting this feeling I was like I wonder if there's something here that we should dig into about what drove susie away.   78 00:12:09.600 --> 00:12:18.240 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): and not in a blame way, and this is what I said to just it's very easy to go from a victim of like this person abandoned me because they're an asshole.   79 00:12:18.630 --> 00:12:23.250 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): To self blaming have they abandoned me because i'm unlovable and i'm terrible.   80 00:12:23.580 --> 00:12:32.160 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Those are basically the same thing those feel like two different things that are two sides of the same coin So how do we take responsibility in a way that's like.   81 00:12:32.430 --> 00:12:43.140 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): What caused this result is there a way that I contributed to this and what did that look like, because we know it's not the answer is never going to be your own lovable like spoiler alert.   82 00:12:43.590 --> 00:12:45.690 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): If that's what you're getting you're very lovable.   83 00:12:46.350 --> 00:12:53.940 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): it's never that you're a bad person it's never that you're fundamentally unlovable you'll never be enough, I know you have those thoughts I know they feel real.   84 00:12:54.210 --> 00:13:02.940 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): it's never going to be that, so if we can rule that out, and we can rule out that that person is just a monster, then we can come into this middle space of.   85 00:13:03.240 --> 00:13:14.130 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): What might have happened here what energy did I bring into this situation that somebody else didn't want to be around, and I think it's so incredible.   86 00:13:14.850 --> 00:13:22.950 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): The way we manifest the people in our lives, that we need to learn these lessons and to get to the next level and, like.   87 00:13:23.250 --> 00:13:36.930 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I was joking, with just but it's kind of true she's manifested me who is like this evolved susie right like I was probably more of a Suzy maybe even meaner and middle school because I had a lot of problems.   88 00:13:37.260 --> 00:13:50.190 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): But i've done the therapy, I have processed my trauma I have done the personal growth work so whereas susie as a middle school girl, the level of her you know evolution all she could do was be like by like.   89 00:13:50.280 --> 00:14:05.580 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): An abandoned you, I am an adult who's done a lot of work, so it was so incredible that it's like you've manifested this version of susie who's evolved enough to not just be like by i'm going to abandon you but to really be like.   90 00:14:06.180 --> 00:14:15.300 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): what's going on here because I am feeling dis regulated by like the funding and the mirroring and I want to like dive into it.   91 00:14:16.410 --> 00:14:19.590 Jessica Rhodes: I love it you're like all that just told us, the story, and then you know so.   92 00:14:21.060 --> 00:14:22.230 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I OK.   93 00:14:22.350 --> 00:14:23.160 Jessica Rhodes: I know I like.   94 00:14:24.720 --> 00:14:26.820 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I was like i'll just defer to just but then I was like.   95 00:14:26.850 --> 00:14:28.680 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): I kind of want to keep my narrative on track.   96 00:14:28.860 --> 00:14:29.070 Jessica Rhodes: Now I.   97 00:14:30.120 --> 00:14:34.170 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): would love to go to your version of this susie story, though, because they think.   98 00:14:35.310 --> 00:14:35.700 Jessica Rhodes: And i'm.   99 00:14:36.060 --> 00:14:44.370 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): sorry that I did that, and I would love to be able to honestly tell our listeners that I don't usually do stuff like that, but I can't lie to you guys.   100 00:14:46.470 --> 00:14:54.840 Jessica Rhodes: No, no, no, it was it was absolutely perfect okay so let's talk a little bit about manifesting people into your life because.   101 00:14:54.900 --> 00:15:01.530 Jessica Rhodes: Again, people ask me all the time, how did you know Marty was the right partner, and I said I don't know I just know.   102 00:15:02.340 --> 00:15:14.550 Jessica Rhodes: And God the universe was like girl, you need to get complete with your past trauma of feeling abandoned feeling disconnected feeling like the female leader of the pack doesn't want you around like that's all of my ship.   103 00:15:15.330 --> 00:15:22.080 Jessica Rhodes: And so, really, for the past I mean we've been in each other's lives for like five six years now, as as business partners.   104 00:15:22.800 --> 00:15:32.190 Jessica Rhodes: And, and there are there was like these moments of feeling just regulated and feeling disconnected or abandoned and i'm just like.   105 00:15:33.030 --> 00:15:43.830 Jessica Rhodes: Ah, you know it was like Why do I feel less than Why do I feel just regulated and when MARQuIS came to me and was like it was a Monday morning at 930.   106 00:15:44.820 --> 00:16:00.960 Jessica Rhodes: On Monday morning at 930 guys MARQuIS does not do zoom calls before 10 like if she can help it and she was like hey girl, can you hop on zoom and I was like sure like whatever and she gets on and she's like get ready for a break thrill and I was like.   107 00:16:03.690 --> 00:16:11.910 Jessica Rhodes: And I was like sick i'm always down for breakthrough morgan's always serving one up on a platter like, here we go and she then tells me how.   108 00:16:13.980 --> 00:16:16.650 Jessica Rhodes: This regularly that she feels around me and I was like.   109 00:16:17.820 --> 00:16:31.080 Jessica Rhodes: Okay feeling very humbled and up moment um and so she starts talking to me about the susie thing because, like really the recent break there was like Oh, I have an abandonment pop up I like i've shared it on this podcast before.   110 00:16:31.710 --> 00:16:41.970 Jessica Rhodes: And, and she was like I want you to go deeper and so literally it was like 48 plus hours of me going to the depths of my deepest insecurities and like.   111 00:16:42.690 --> 00:16:49.830 Jessica Rhodes: dramas, and I was really fucking pissed that Murray, he was putting me on this journey, because I was like really that Monday morning was.   112 00:16:50.400 --> 00:17:03.300 Jessica Rhodes: Perfect until you sold me on zoom and was like i'm gonna send you on there's like she buckled me into a roller coaster and then I went like straight down to the bottom, and I was there for a couple.   113 00:17:05.010 --> 00:17:11.490 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah yeah I do that, like there will be aggressive breakthroughs during times.   114 00:17:11.490 --> 00:17:14.820 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Where it's like everything's going great and i'm like okay.   115 00:17:14.940 --> 00:17:18.150 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): let's face this this thing you've been avoiding for so long.   116 00:17:18.360 --> 00:17:18.780 Jessica Rhodes: yeah.   117 00:17:18.810 --> 00:17:20.640 Jessica Rhodes: But it was so great, because.   118 00:17:21.630 --> 00:17:27.330 Jessica Rhodes: The feeling dis regulated around each other, like really had never been spoken um.   119 00:17:28.140 --> 00:17:39.720 Jessica Rhodes: And so, getting like really facing that head on, was so helpful and there's been like so many like breakthroughs, and like getting into alignment like if you're clicking a puzzle together and just be like every few days we've just like click click click click click click.   120 00:17:40.830 --> 00:17:43.530 Jessica Rhodes: So it's been it's been really, really great and.   121 00:17:43.740 --> 00:17:50.610 Jessica Rhodes: So you know, had this big breakthrough like i'd be like okay well, maybe this happened she's like before susie, it has to be before sixth grade what happened before, and I was like.   122 00:17:50.730 --> 00:17:58.230 Jessica Rhodes: revealing to her like some really embarrassing things that she's like it's not that and i'm like my God, are you serious like I have to keep.   123 00:18:00.030 --> 00:18:04.020 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): i'm like the least judgmental person ever like you can't.   124 00:18:04.080 --> 00:18:09.060 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): No one can shock me you could tell me anything and i'd be like okay like.   125 00:18:09.510 --> 00:18:12.750 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah you know it, I know it's embarrassing to you and honestly wasn't that.   126 00:18:12.750 --> 00:18:21.270 Jessica Rhodes: Bad yeah I know I can tell you anything like I like if I make an off color joke like I know she's never gonna like get upset or judge before it so um.   127 00:18:21.600 --> 00:18:22.590 Jessica Rhodes: yeah so anyway.   128 00:18:22.830 --> 00:18:37.410 Jessica Rhodes: Like we got to the breakthrough we got to the the deepest darkest root of this problem here, and then she sent me to work with Elizabeth she's like now, you need to like here because, like trauma lives in the body and Elizabeth says this all the time.   129 00:18:38.100 --> 00:18:45.540 Jessica Rhodes: trauma really is not in the cognitive mind like I never really could have like completely healed that without doing.   130 00:18:46.260 --> 00:18:50.760 Jessica Rhodes: This nervous system work so Elizabeth worked with me on you know eft tapping and.   131 00:18:51.330 --> 00:19:00.420 Jessica Rhodes: gave me these really important exercises he's applied neurology exercises to call my nervous system, so now several times a day if i'm feeling like in a heightened state of threat.   132 00:19:00.690 --> 00:19:04.890 Jessica Rhodes: I have like an exercise that I can do that immediately comes my nervous system.   133 00:19:05.340 --> 00:19:15.540 Jessica Rhodes: And I also have these really great affirmations that I do when i'm doing those neuro drills which are really great and one of them is myself express myself wait.   134 00:19:16.410 --> 00:19:26.280 Jessica Rhodes: By self expression protects me, which is amazing because being self expressed and like being fully myself.   135 00:19:26.850 --> 00:19:31.500 Jessica Rhodes: I previously would feel really scared that that would be the reason somebody would leave me.   136 00:19:31.800 --> 00:19:43.740 Jessica Rhodes: So when I am self expressed by nervous system is like this is a little scary, so I do these applied neuro drills, and I say like i'm safe Being myself my self expression protects me so when i'm putting myself out there.   137 00:19:44.640 --> 00:19:48.540 Jessica Rhodes: I can remind my nervous system like this is safe, and this is actually like a good thing.   138 00:19:50.670 --> 00:19:57.480 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah and I think for anyone listening, even if you can't relate to this exactly like we all have this.   139 00:19:57.990 --> 00:20:06.840 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): We all have situations where we get dis regulated or dynamics, where we get dis regulated and if we're willing to really face that and look at what's going on.   140 00:20:07.260 --> 00:20:18.720 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): there's so much of your power available to you that you can take back and like when we went jess and I look back, we found a few situations of these, and it was always with these.   141 00:20:19.380 --> 00:20:27.420 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): super dominant alpha females, and it was so it's not with everybody it's like this certain type of person the certain type of energy.   142 00:20:27.690 --> 00:20:36.870 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): will bring something out of you, that is unprocessed trauma that's either a farming or maybe you're fighting and its aggressive very like.   143 00:20:37.140 --> 00:20:41.910 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): is so and we all have those things, and when you can look back on those patterns of like.   144 00:20:42.210 --> 00:20:54.450 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): This certain type of person who I always end up friends with or I always end up dating and it plays out the same way if you're willing to look at that and look at why.   145 00:20:54.750 --> 00:21:05.460 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): like what happened before this what am I trying to get out of these situations, what is the energy this old energy that i'm bringing to these situations, and I think a lot of the time.   146 00:21:06.090 --> 00:21:13.890 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): It has to do with wanting something from people like wanting something that's old like old validation old connections something like that.   147 00:21:14.250 --> 00:21:25.290 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And I think that's what dis regulates people, because if they can feel that you're either being an authentic or that you want or need something from them, it can it can dis regulate them.   148 00:21:25.710 --> 00:21:37.410 Jessica Rhodes: And I barely just recording this episode at all like clicked into place in in your episode with alicia on we get it your dad died you guys went down this whole personal responsibility rabbit hole and that's that's it like.   149 00:21:37.800 --> 00:21:40.350 Jessica Rhodes: me taking personal responsibility.   150 00:21:40.470 --> 00:21:46.680 Jessica Rhodes: For the abandonment of like strong female friendships that i've had because, like susie wasn't the only one i've had other.   151 00:21:47.370 --> 00:22:00.270 Jessica Rhodes: best friends that are women that totally left me and i'm like what happened there and it was always they abandoned me until the breakthrough came and taking personal responsibility, not being a victim, up until now, I had always been a victim.   152 00:22:00.630 --> 00:22:09.360 Jessica Rhodes: In those relationships so go listen to marty's episode with alicia on we got it your dad died argue with a hard g.com slash alicia is where you can find it.   153 00:22:10.800 --> 00:22:17.430 Jessica Rhodes: But that, like all just clicked into place for me, because it was really like confronting at first you're like what did you do and I was like bitch I didn't do anything.   154 00:22:18.330 --> 00:22:29.010 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah and it is tough and I love that episode with alicia because personal responsibility had been like my secret weapon and I never told anybody because it's very awkward.   155 00:22:29.250 --> 00:22:37.470 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): To like you don't want to seem like a victim blame or you don't want to you don't want someone to say oh my gosh this person mistreated me or abandoned me and you don't want to be like.   156 00:22:37.800 --> 00:22:45.570 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Well, what did you do like what energy, did you bring to that situation, especially if it's something that's happened multiple times to you like.   157 00:22:46.230 --> 00:23:05.100 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): what's up you know, like what what part of you is co creating that with them and yeah I love it, it is personal responsibility and as a coach and as a mentor, the best thing that we can do for the people that we're working with is be brave about.   158 00:23:06.120 --> 00:23:15.570 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): shining a light on areas for personal responsibility, even though it might dis regulate our nervous system right because people might get really mad at us, but it is.   159 00:23:16.470 --> 00:23:23.580 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): The only way to access your power and the only way that therapy nervous system work personal growth affirmations.   160 00:23:23.880 --> 00:23:35.010 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): None of that stuff works until you first take the radical personal responsibility step and once you take radical personal responsibility over your results over the things that have happened.   161 00:23:35.280 --> 00:23:44.910 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Again, not self blame it's not i'm a bad person it's not I deserve this it's not i'm unlovable that's never going to be right that's always going to be a distraction.   162 00:23:45.270 --> 00:23:52.140 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): But once you take true personal responsibility of Why am I, continuing to see this pattern show up in my life.   163 00:23:52.800 --> 00:24:03.090 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Then you actually are able to heal the therapy works, the nervous system stuff works personal growth will actually work and hit deeper if you don't take that step.   164 00:24:03.750 --> 00:24:15.720 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And you can see all around you and on the Internet, people who are doing the work quote unquote they're doing the personal development they're doing the therapy and it's not working right like you're just like.   165 00:24:16.740 --> 00:24:30.720 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): that's not it like I don't think they've got it, they have not taken that step and it's palpable the changes that they're making are superficial their patches but, once you take personal responsibility that's when there's a true transformation.   166 00:24:32.280 --> 00:24:39.270 Jessica Rhodes: yeah so we hope that you, like us, pulling back the curtain and revealing so much to you.   167 00:24:40.680 --> 00:24:47.190 Jessica Rhodes: If you want to connect with us online, of course, interview connections COM going to get booked up podcast that's where you can find us.   168 00:24:47.520 --> 00:25:01.830 Jessica Rhodes: follow us on tick tock to I am taken over the tech talks and getting us out there, so interview connections at hey Maggie go follow at hey MARQuIS for amazing brilliant life changing 62nd videos.   169 00:25:02.310 --> 00:25:05.700 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): yeah and and since we've gotten really deep into this coaching.   170 00:25:06.120 --> 00:25:14.940 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And, as I mentioned in the coaching when we work with people I also bring in all the best to work with them to process through their body what we work on with their mind and energy.   171 00:25:15.630 --> 00:25:24.540 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Since this is very focused on coaching if this type of coaching and mentorship that we're talking about in these types of breakthroughs are something that you know.   172 00:25:24.990 --> 00:25:42.120 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): you're ready for if there's a part of you that's ready to stop avoiding it and knows it's time and it's time to get this stuff complete and have this breakthrough to get to your next level reach out to me marya interview connections COM, you can email me directly.   173 00:25:43.590 --> 00:25:45.420 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): And we can talk about working together.   174 00:25:46.560 --> 00:25:47.490 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): it's not cheap.   175 00:25:48.690 --> 00:25:54.300 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): But if you're ready to invest and you really want these breakthroughs I would be happy to talk to you.   176 00:25:56.040 --> 00:25:56.970 Jessica Rhodes: Alright, thanks all.   177 00:25:57.300 --> 00:25:58.020 Margy Feldhuhn (she/her): Thank you.

Introducing Podcast Guesting Expert Jessica Rhodes Podcast guesting expert Jessica Rhodes is todays guest joining us on the Steve Jobs inspired Join Up Dots Podcast. She is the Founder and President of Interview Connections, awarded by Corporate Vision Magazine as the Best Specialty Podcast Booking Agency of 2021. If you don't know what that means, is Jessica finds great people to demonstrate their brilliance on the right podcasts. She takes away the effort of finding and connecting her clients with the sexy and attractive podcast hosts. Jessica and and her business partner, Margy Feldhuhn lead their company with a vision to transform the lives of entrepreneurs by transforming their businesses with visibility and strategy. Back in 2007, she was a million miles away from where she is todays as she began her journey working in the position as Field Manager for Clean Water Action, where she directed, managed and trained a staff of up to 25 canvassers. and supervised the office manager in all administrative tasks. After that, her organisation skills were taken to the next level, whilst her communication skills went up several notches too, by stepping into one of the hardest environments of all.

I'm so excited to have Jessica Rhodes, founder of Interview Connections, and entrepreneur for eight years. In this episode, you will hear her story about how motherhood drew her to entrepreneurial paths, and what her company's strategy is for booking the right fit guests to various podcast hosts. She is also sharing a few tips on how to be a great guest on a podcast show, and also how to find and live your joy. Visit this episode's blog post here: https://www.shebuiltit.com/podcast-blog/49-jessica-rhodes

Join Andrea and Jessica Rhodes in this conversation about increasing the visibility of your business through podcast guesting. Jessica is the founder of Interview Connections, a podcast booking agency. In this episode, she talks about everything you need to know about reaching the audience your business wants through podcasts. Stay tuned! Here are the things to expect in this episode: No strategy, attack, or tactic would get you to where you are without personal development. The joy that you feel about your business is what attracts people. Podcast guesting is all about networking. It's not about who you know but about who knows you! Don't wait for someone to call you an expert. Taking ownership of the knowledge you have makes you an expert! Being a guest makes you a better host. And much more! About Jessica Rhodes: Jessica Rhodes is the leading expert on how to leverage podcast guesting for increased brand awareness, more leads and higher profits. She created the podcast booking industry in 2013 when she founded Interview Connections, the first and leading agency of its kind. Along with her business partner, Margy Feldhuhn, Jessica has quickly scaled Interview Connections to over $1M in annual revenue with nearly no direct marketing or advertising. Their team of in-house Booking Agents are the podcast powerhouses behind many successful entrepreneurs. Connect with Jessica! Website - https://interviewconnections.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InterviewConnectionsPage/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/interviewconnections/ --- For more tips and strategies follow along with Andrea: FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/uplevelcollective Website - https://www.andreafreemanconsulting.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/afreeman_insta/ Podcast Powerhouse Masterclass - https://www.andreafreemanconsulting.com/masterclass 5 Minute Journal link -  https://www.andreafreemanconsulting.com/5minutejournal Podcast Guest Expert One Sheet Template - https://www.andreafreemanconsulting.com/podcast-expert

What is the true power of podcasting? How can you ensure that you are the go-to authority in your field? If you want to grow your business, you need to be easy to find. Welcome to this episode of the Beyond Success Podcast. This series of conversations with business experts and captains of industry, is here to serve you in your growth as an entrepreneur. No matter what level of success you are at, there are always areas of growth open to us. So please join us in the collective uplift by listening, learning, enjoying and sharing this podcast! That's actually a big theme of today's show: call to action and clarity of message when it comes to your own broadcasts and appearances. This week Daniel welcomes Jessica Rhodes, someone who was instrumental in Daniel's decision to become a podcast host. Jessica is the author of Interview Connections: How to #RockThePodcast From Both Sides of the Mic and together, Jessica and Margy co-host their company podcast, Rock the Podcast. In addition to creating innovative solutions for guest experts and podcast hosts, Interview Connections owners, Jessica and Margy are also sought after speakers and consultants for six and seven figure entrepreneurs looking to leverage podcasting to expand their brand. Connect with Jessica here: Website: www.interviewconnections.com Podcast: www.nterviewconnections.com/blog/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/interviewconnections Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/interviewconnections To subscribe to my YouTube channel, please go here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMdAvGk6xa5fptmdULliJrg Want to manifest money now? Play the 'Money Game' to harness the power of micro-shifting to attract abundance immediately. Get your Ebook for $1. Buy NOW. Do you want inevitable & sustainable financial abundance, based on your own unique 'Money DNA'? Watch our brand new webinar Interested in working with Dan 1-2-1? In collaboration with other highly successful experts, he will help you reach financial freedom in 6 months or less: Apply Here *PLEASE RATE US AND SHARE* Join me on: Facebook Instagram Twitter Music Credit: "Freeling", Lauren Duski Timestamps of interest: 02:36 - Welcome Jessica 05:00 - How powerful podcasts can be 10:00 - Make yourself easier to find 14:45 - Ladies - invest in yourselves! 17:20 - Do you have the right mindset? 21:11 - We can only provide the tools 26:20 - Get interviewed

When listening to a podcast, do you ever wonder how the host found their guest? I had the pleasure of sitting down with the founder and owner of Interview Connections, Jessica Rhodes. Jess, her business partner, and the whole team at Interview Connections, are who you want in your corner when you want to expand your brand through podcasting. Whether you are just starting out or you are a veteran podcaster, she is dishing out all the tips on how to grow your podcast and business. About the Guest: Jessica Rhodes is the leading expert on how to leverage podcast guesting for increased brand awareness, more leads and higher profits. She created the podcast booking industry in 2013 when she founded Interview Connections, the first and leading agency of its kind. Along with her business partner, Margy Feldhuhn, Jessica has quickly scaled Interview Connections to over $1M in annual revenue with nearly no direct marketing or advertising. Their team of in house Booking Agents are the podcast powerhouses behind many successful entrepreneurs and businesses including Ali Brown, Perry Marshall, Aweber, USA Financial and more. Jessica has done hundreds of podcast interviews both as a guest, and co-host of Monetize the Mic. She is the acclaimed author of Interview Connections: How to #RockThePodcast From Both Sides of the Mic and has been a featured speaker at Podfest Multimedia Expo and FinCon. www.interviewconnections.com www.facebook.com/InterviewConnectionsPage/ www.instagram.com/interviewconnections/ twitter.com/monetizethemic www.linkedin.com/company/interviewconnections/ About the Host: Following the crumbs in the chaos is a full time job. As a busy mom of three, a wife to a traveling hubby, and keeping it weird in Austin, Texas, it's safe to say that my life is never boring. In addition to running my coaching business as C'N'C's CEO, I'm a certified coach for a premier virtual fitness and nutrition program helping others feel better while sustaining a healthy lifestyle. My mom and dad are thrilled that I'm putting my Exercise Science degree to good use. Along with my experience training pro athletes, S.W.A.T. members, and a high school football team, I gained 10+ years experience as the Director of Marketing building multiple court reporting companies. Lastly, I am a published writer, Content Coordinator, and Account Executive for a publication by Best Version Media. They even gave me a monthly “How to” column where I teach others how to be more self-sufficient with common household tasks. Every woman should know how their home functions and what to do if something malfunctions, man or no man. With my husband on the road, searching “How To” on the internet has transformed me into a “Mommy MacGyver”. “I don't know how you have the time.” “You're like a Supermom!” These are common things that people say, but the truth is that life hasn't always been easy or pretty. Even with the bumps, I always try to find the humor in everything because laughter is good for the soul and you should never take life too seriously….where's the fun in that? www.chaosncookies.com https://www.instagram.com/heathersteinker https://www.facebook.com/heathersteinker https://linktr.ee/hsteinker https://chaosncookies.com/shop Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts,...