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Dates & Mates with Damona Hoffman
First Date Debate & Commitment Phobe

Dates & Mates with Damona Hoffman

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 55:11


Lauren Frances, Love and Relationships Expert, talks all about first dates from when they start (it's not when you think) to how to graciously end one that's just not working for you. And our Dear Damona question of the week is, “My match is great, not a single dealbreaker, and I STILL can't wrap my head around commitment. What now?” Want to join Lauren's incredible Love Magnet Makeover? Just visit DamonaHoffman.com/lovemagnet Submit your questions for Dear Damona on any of the socials @DamonaHoffman or by visiting DamonaHoffman.com Timestamps Intro (00:00:00)   The First Date Starts Early (00:00:09)   Preparation for First Dates (00:00:14)   Value of First Dates (00:01:05)   Introducing Lauren Francis (00:02:05)   Persistence in Publishing (00:03:09)   Timing in Dating (00:04:38)   Transitioning to Phone Calls (00:05:53)   Setting Up Phone Conversations (00:07:25)   Importance of Privacy (00:09:10)   Breaking the Ice (00:11:21)   Choosing the Right Date Venue (00:12:18)   Being Seen on Dates (00:13:06)   Creating the Right Vibe (00:15:02)   Understanding Enthusiasm in Dating (00:16:35)   The Enthusiasm Gap (00:20:37)   First Dates as Your Party (00:21:37)   Heartache Prevention Tips (00:25:12)   Compatibility and Actions Over Words (00:30:07)   Ghosting and Relationship Alignment (00:31:02)   Rejection Reasons (00:32:58)   Ending Dates Positively (00:34:04)   Creating a Great First Impression (00:35:02)   Love Magnet Makeover Introduction (00:36:01)   Details of Love Magnet Makeover (00:37:04)   A Listener's Commitment Question (00:40:04)   Navigating Relationship Fears (00:41:07)   Understanding Commitment (00:42:19)   Empowerment in Relationships (00:48:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gateways to Awakening
The art of being an irresistible love magnet with world-class dating coach Lauren Frances

Gateways to Awakening

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023


On today’s episode, I speak with Lauren Frances – an internationally acclaimed love and relationships expert, bestselling author, and media personality, and ione of the world's premier experts in the field of Digital Romance and Online Dating. She’s been called “The Doctor of Love” by EXTRA, “The Flirt Fairy” by Victoria’s Secret, and “The Man Whisperer” on BRAVO, but Lauren’s favorite nickname is being the real life “Fairy Godmother” to her graduates and fans, and her practice has spanned the globe. Her uniquely effective advice about modern romance has been featured on BRAVO, EXTRA, VH1, Oxygen, NBC, KTLA and FOX, and The Doctors, The Real Housewives of OC, The Real, Extra’s Weekend Edition, along with numerous documentaries on modern romance. Lauren authored the internationally acclaimed bestseller Dating, Mating, and Manhandling: The Ornithological Guide to Men, which has been translated into eight languages and been called “The definitive and delicious dating guide for women everywhere. To get a copy of her e-book, you can check it out here: https://lddy.no/1gieu We talk about the following and so much more: ✅ Why so many people are frustrated with online dating, and dating in particular ✅ The dos and donts of dating etiquette - and what feels respectful when dating ✅ How the masculine energy is different from feminine energy on a date ✅ Her publication: The Ornithological Guide to Men ✅ How she works with people ✅ Key tips for those dating If you’d like to join the waitlist for my next coaching program, sign up here: https://www.yasmeenturayhi.com/gateways-to-awakening/ - and check out what others are saying. Please tag us and tell us what you loved! You can follow @Gateways_To_Awakening on Instagram or Facebook if you’d like to stay connected.

Potential to Powerhouse: Success Secrets for Women Entrepreneurs
029 - Pivot Moments That Catapulted Epic Growth, What It Means to Be an Entrepreneur, with Marla Beck, Bluemercury

Potential to Powerhouse: Success Secrets for Women Entrepreneurs

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 46:27


Just like many other successful entrepreneurs, Marla's ‘aha moments' started from not being satisfied with how things worked. She and her husband decided to improve the shopping experience for everyone and the first idea for Bluemercury was born: bring beauty products to the internet. This episode is all about seeing the opportunity at the given moment and then making the big leap because you believe in your idea. And although the journey isn't always a straight line to success, with enough flexibility, faith, and knowledge, you can do anything.  IN THIS EPISODE: [03:20] Marla never liked the shopping experience department stores had to offer at the time. So she decided to improve it. [05:25] How Bluemercury started as an internet company and what Jeff Bezos has to do with it? [10:59] Marla's parents always insisted on her getting a good education. [14:40] Even for Amazon, it wasn't always clear if they were going to make it.  [20:07] What was the tipping point for Marla's entrepreneurial success?  [25:32] How Marla managed to have kids and run a business at the same time? [30:32] How to choose the best people who will work with you? [34:39] Marla's mindset secrets for tough times like 2008. [39:03] What does work-life balance mean for Marla? KEY TAKEAWAYS: All new entrepreneurial ventures start with a problem. For Marla, this problem was a terrible shopping experience.  It takes one burning idea to create a successful entrepreneur. The road to success is always paved with previous failures.  It's not always just about the money. It's also about the terms you want to set for your new, better life. CONNECT WITH US: Find Marla on LinkedIn and at Bluemercury.com. Check out our website, Potential to Powerhouse, for more details and to learn about past, present, and future guests. Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and join our Facebook Community for a deeper connection with the P2P community. Grab your free copy of our guide, 4 Daily Habits Essential to Becoming a POWERHOUSE Entrepreneur.  Share the love! If you know a female Powerhouse who could benefit from hearing the hard-earned lessons and success stories shared by women who have been there, share our content and follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. And don't forget to subscribe to our show and leave a rating and review!  Until next time… High Five! P.S. In need of some inspiration? Looking for insightful advice from fellow women entrepreneurs? Browse through past episodes of the Potential to Powerhouse Podcast featuring such high-profile, high-performing female leaders as Lauren Frances, Christie Hefner, Katherine Power, and Desirée Rogers. 

Potential to Powerhouse: Success Secrets for Women Entrepreneurs
028 - Making Your Dreams a Priority and Heeding the Entrepreneurial Call with Luxury Footwear Founder Angela Scott

Potential to Powerhouse: Success Secrets for Women Entrepreneurs

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 51:04


On this week's episode, luxury footwear brand creator, Angela Scott of The Office of Angela Scott, joins Tracy to discuss the relentless pursuit of her calling in life and why she is compelled to heed the call. Angela's story is one of true entrepreneurial grit. Starting from childhood, she was raised in the foster care system due to their mother's schizophrenia diagnosis. Angela used these challenging childhood experiences to her benefit, and capitalized on her ability to persevere, and forged ahead into an entrepreneurial vision by surrounding herself with mentors and allies who helped her stay the course and keep her business tracking.  Angela also shares how she funded her business and the importance of asking for help and being vulnerable in business. Finally, she reviews the key learnings she has discovered thus far in her journey and her love for creating shoes and empowering Women Who Mean Business.™ Stay tuned for this truly inspiring entrepreneurial powerhouse interview!   IN THIS EPISODE: [02:46] A look into Angela's childhood. [05:02] Growing up as part of the foster care system because of Angela's mother's schizophrenia. [09:48] Angela always had an entrepreneurial spirit as she worked hard from a young age. [16:45] Angela's journey into adulthood feeling that fashion was in her DNA. [22:06] How Angela pivoted from working at Neiman Marcus to opening The Office of Angela Scott. [31:06] Angela's juicy tip for entrepreneurs who are just starting out. [38:19] Where Angela envisions her business for the future. [40:31] The first famous person Angela noticed wearing her shoes. [43:11] How Angela is attempting to bring the traditional craftsmanship of her shoes to the current world and introducing it to women who have not had access to this quality of craftsmanship. [48:24] Is there anything Angela sees in hindsight that she'd go back to and coach herself differently in her journey?   KEY TAKEAWAYS: From a young age, Angela understood what the meaning of hard work meant, knowing that if she wanted to have experiences in life, she had to work for them.   Fashion was always a big part in Angela's life. Before she knew fashion was going to be her career, she knew she was going to work hard in order to be able to buy fashion pieces. Angela's first mentor helped give her insight on how hard she should work toward her goals while doing it with elegance and intention. Angela took her lowest paying job ever at Neiman Marcus, because she knew that's what she needed to do in order for her to understand the fashion industry. The Office of Angela Scott is no longer just a shoe brand. It's a business of curating, understanding and being a platform for other women. It's a collective of powerhouse women who wear her product, identify her story with their own personal brand, and empowers working women to own their stories.    CONNECT WITH US: Find Angela on Instagram and at  Theofficeofangelascott.com Check out our website, Potential to Powerhouse, for more details and to learn about past, present, and future guests. Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and join our Facebook Community for a deeper connection with the P2P community. Grab your free copy of our guide, 4 Daily Habits Essential to Becoming a POWERHOUSE Entrepreneur.  Share the love! If you know a female Powerhouse who could benefit from hearing the hard-earned lessons and success stories shared by women who have been there, share our content and follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. And don't forget to subscribe to our show and leave a rating and review!  Until next time… High Five! P.S. In need of some inspiration? Looking for insightful advice from fellow women entrepreneurs? Browse through past episodes of the Potential to Powerhouse Podcast featuring such high-profile, high-performing female leaders as Lauren Frances, Christie Hefner, Katherine Power, and Desirée Rogers. 

Potential to Powerhouse: Success Secrets for Women Entrepreneurs
014: Defining Your Romantic Brand for Long-Lasting Relationships with Love Expert and Dating Coach Lauren Frances

Potential to Powerhouse: Success Secrets for Women Entrepreneurs

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 46:55


Lauren Frances is a powerhouse in her own right. She is a world renowned love expert and dating coach, who is well versed at working with powerhouse women to define their romantic brand, and find bodice ripping love. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author of Dating Mating and Manhandling, a book which has been printed and circulated in eight languages worldwide. She is a frequent speaker and guest expert on television. Lauren is also an entrepreneur, and romantic impresario.  In our interview, Lauren speaks about when she had an ah-ha moment and realized that she wanted to be an entrepreneur. Creating an empire is a challenging task; however, Lauren figured out how to do it – she explains the process behind building her Love Coaching and Man Magnet brand. Tune in as Lauren answers the most burning dating questions that every woman has, and she gives pointers to my ladies who think that they can't find the man of their dreams. In This Episode: [01:30] When Lauren had an ah-ha moment and realized that she wanted to be an entrepreneur.   [12:50] Lauren tells the story about getting rejected by every single publisher for her book manuscript. It took 9 years before it was published - but she never gave up!  [18:00] Building an empire is not an easy task; Lauren speaks about how she built her empire around women keeping love.  [25:55] Three important pointers for women who feel like they can't find the man of their dreams.  [28:00] Men are still attracted to successful women; don't let people tell you otherwise!  [37:10] We've entered a golden age of romance because of COVID; the opportunity right now is to create love!  [48:50] Every single woman wants the answers to these dating questions – Lauren gives us the scoop! Key Takeaways: If you are looking for love, you need to invest time into the endeavor.  In addition to time, invest some financial resources into finding love. For instance, you can pay for a professional photoshoot to make your online dating profile stand out.  Age shame is done! You can be honest about how old you are in your profile.  Paint a romantic vision about what it is that you want to manifest through your photos online.  Quotes: “I didn't set out to be an entrepreneur, but I am creative, and I'm also very strategic.”  “It's hard to know how to be brave and love in the right way.” Bio:  Lauren Frances is an internationally acclaimed love and relationships expert, bestselling author, speaker, entrepreneur, and romantic impresario. Lauren Frances is a master at teaching single and partnered women how to find, create, and keep love. A prolific content creator, her digital podcast programs, bestselling books and transformational seminars have inspired legions of women around the globe to create deeply fulfilling love lives - and bodice-ripping romances! She's been called "The Flirt Fairy" by Victoria's Secret,"The Doctor of Love" by Extra, and "The Man-whisperer"  and uniquely effective and empowering advice has inspired countless women around the globe create epic love lives. Her live events, podcast programs, Romantic Rebrands that show women how to succeed at finding love online have been featured on The Doctors, The Real Housewives, OWN, BRAVO, NBC, and more, and in publications like Glamour Magazine, Woman's Health, Men's Health,  Self Magazine, Cosmopolitan, Flaunt Magazine, and more. Lauren began her career as a columnist for Flaunt Magazine and authored the bestseller "Dating, Mating & Manhandling” (Harmony Books) which has been translated into eight languages. Her digital podcast programs for every phase of dating, and deeper partnerships, like Legendary Love, The Ring, and her Man Magnet Makeovers, have thousands of graduates. She launched her romantic lifestyle brand, Lovescript, in 2019, which is regularly featured in Fabfitfun, and Boxycharm. CONNECTIONS:  Find Lauren Frances on Twitter and Instagram. Visit LaurenFrances.com. Check out our website, Potential to Powerhouse, for more details and to learn about past, present, and future guests. Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and join our Facebook Community for a deeper connection with the P2P tribe. Grab your free copy of our guide, 4 Daily Habits Essential to Becoming a POWERHOUSE Entrepreneur, and don't forget to subscribe to our show and leave a rating and review. Do you know any other female powerhouses that could benefit from listening? If so, please let them know to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever they like to listen to valuable audio content. Until next time… High Five Links Mentioned: Website: https://laurenfrances.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LaurenFrancesLove/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LaurensLoveRx/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/laurensloverx LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-frances-a0195a3/

The Open Call Podcast
The Open Call Podcast with Lauren Frances Adams

The Open Call Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 14:58


The Open Call Podcast hosted by Laura Tanner and Anne Stagg, features conversations with contemporary artists about their work. In this episode of The Open Call Podcast, we talked with   Lauren Frances Adams. Lauren is a contemporary artist who is well-known for her paintings and installations that  question recorded histories and what is left out. Her  practice is deeply rooted in research and she uses the language of the decorative arts to pull past history into the present. She works across many media including painting, sculpture, and architectural installation. Lauren is a full-time painting faculty member at the Maryland Institute College of Art [MICA] in Baltimore. New podcast episodes are released bi-weekly on Thursdays. In addition to the podcast, we keep an active Instagram where we share images of the artwork that we talk about. Discover our Instagram @the_open_call_podcast. Special thanks to Susan Cooper for voicing our Outro, Scott Stagg for composing our music, and to our wonderful research assistants:  Ainsley Coty, Syd Cole, Erin Miller, Alyssia Price, and Christian Pruitt who help with production.

Help! I Suck at Dating with Dean, Vanessa and Jared

Jared has a new cohost this week that knows him better than ANYONE… his wife Ashley!  Relationship expert Lauren Frances helps Jared & Ashley uncover something that went totally wrong on their first date. And she has some amazing tips to help you improve your dating profile during the pandemic.  Plus, Jared reveals the thing about Ashley that annoys him the most. You won’t believe her reaction! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Own Your Throne
Lauren Frances, Love Doctor and Dating Coach, Shares Secrets for Online and Offline Dating for ALL Ages

Own Your Throne

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 55:05


“The very thing that you think you are going to get rejected for is the very reason that somebody who is right for you is going to be wildly attracted to you.”The biggest misconception about women dating after 50 (0:50)Why thinking about your romantic image is so important today (2:35)The first step in using a love coach to change your relationship to dating (5:16)How to think of finding love as a business venture (9:45)Why makeovers are worth it in online dating (12:10)What it really means to be an alpha woman (13:15)The truth about men wanting to date younger women (14:40)The key to feeling beautiful in your current body (16:51)How Lauren became a love coach (18:20)The easiest way to flirt with a man (20:44)Why it matters what kinds of friends you surround yourself with while single (22:35)Why your appearance does matter in attracting a good partner (25:42)What women over 50 don’t get told about dating (28:30)How COVID-19 has changed dating for singles (31:20)The story of Lauren’s 88 year old client (35:22)Tips to reconnect with your sensuality (36:30)Why getting cheated on is often not personal (38:10)Why you need to be willing to fail in order to try (41:15)How your social media accounts factor into dating (42:40)Why showing all of your uniqueness is so important to attracting the right partner (46:05)What owning your throne means to Lauren (51:24)Links mentioned in this episode:Lauren’s PodcastsLauren’s Website for her newsletterLauren’s Online ClassesOwnYourThrone.co - get your free informational guide from Lauren when you join our email list!Follow LaurenFollow Own Your Throne

Burn Black
Natalie Slater: From Mosh Queen to Vegan Cuisine

Burn Black

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 92:45


It’s episode number #23 so Bee chats with Chicagoland legend, Natalie Slater - the writer and blogger of the legendary Vegan cooking guide, Bake & Destroy. Bake and Destroy is a staple for vegan eats since - like beginning of the inter webs. This cooking goddess is a Sag sun, Libra Moon, Leo Rising. Natalie is also the marketing manager for the vegan brand Upton’s based in Chicago. We have a nice little chat about the politics of growing up a woman involved in hardcore & the humble beginnings of Bake & Destroy. She names of her favorite vegan products and give some suggestions on local vegan cheeses. Later she also discusses the passion project she worked on with Upton’s to create a vegan Chicago style hot dog that will blow your mind & shares her vegan nacho cheese recipe! @bakeanddestroy✨We open the BB Hive mailbox and answer your questions on the universe and romantic chemistry in astrology! Are the stars a big op clock? What aspects are good between romantic partners? Bee & Jeanette from Saturn Sandwich are here to answer with help from Cristina Farilla if Eighth House Astrology! ✨ Bad Romance dating horror stories sent in this week Stefanie Caponi ✨ Self Care Tip of the Week sent in by: Yoko Ono✨Some voice over by Lauren Frances, Lux, and Demi✨ Theme by “Old Wounds” by Try the Pie & other background music by Carrie Sterling & Stephen Edwards. Closing song: “Baby Love” by: Taleen Kali --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

CharVision
Love Expert Lauren Frances

CharVision

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2020 51:21


Tonight on CharVision, love expert @Lauren frances joins Char to talk about love during corona. And Char is doing live readings! Call 323-524-2599. 6pmPST/9pmEST Streamed live here!Order you copy of Chars new book now at www.Barnesandnoble.com or amazon.com!

Burn Black
Everybody Stagedive NOW! Constant Chaos w/ Backwoods Barbie, Lauren Frances

Burn Black

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 94:59


Lauren Frances is a self proclaimed Backwoods Barbie, Cancer sun, Pisces moon, Gemini rising, straightedge, loud and sassy artist from a small town in Kansas. In this episode, Lauren and I talk the parallels of our childhoods and the constant chaos of her youth spent with a disabled father and a mother with drug and alcohol problems. She talks getting sober at 14, dealing with her mother’s reputation as a convicted felon, and reinventing and redefining herself through the discovery of Minor Threat. We chat reparenting techniques we have learned and Lauren talks how not to be a shitty parent to her son, Will when you don’t have the best childhood examples. I cry about trauma and zines but hide it well. It’s a sob fest but - guess what - we are alive and have gratitude! This week’s self care tip brought to you by: @haley_does_rope who shares with us her kinky self care tips for self revolution! ✨ Everything pop culture referenced this episode: Dolly Parton, Scott Vogel, Minor Threat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Grazia Graziella &
Pink advisor. 10 uccelli da evitare

Grazia Graziella &

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2019 13:30


Dal libro “Caccia all’uccello. Guida ornitologica per donne al mondo dei maschi” di Lauren Frances, un consiglio spassionato a tutte noi.

Artist/Mother Podcast
22: Becoming Two: sculpture, faith, breastfeeding and more with Lauren Frances Evans

Artist/Mother Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2019 73:39


This episode with Artist/Mother Lauren Frances Evans is a treat! In it we discuss her rich sculpture based and multi-disciplinary work that explores the maternal experience, bodily urges and human longing. We dive into some of our own experiences growing humans, breastfeeding them and how our bodies are changed and shaped by those experiences. Lauren […]

Done Being Single
Suddenly Single, Now What?

Done Being Single

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2019 49:23


You just got divorced, just ended a relationship, or your BF/GF just dumped you. You're suddenly single, now what? How fast do you get back on the market? Should you online date, get fixed up, take a break, or get laid as fast as possible? Should you get a makeover, cut your bangs, hit the gym, or hire a shrink? You've got questions, we've got answers. Giving you great advice is dating coach & romance expert, Lauren Frances.

Stellar Life
155: Manifest Epic Love that Lasts with Lauren Frances

Stellar Life

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2019 44:41


Today is about one of my favorite topics ever. It’s all about love, sweet love, especially now that Valentine’s Day is around the corner. My guest for this session has been called The Flirt Fairy by Victoria’s Secret and The Manwhisperer. She's none other than Lauren Frances, an internationally acclaimed expert in the art of romance. She authored Dating, Mating, and Manhandling: The Ornithological Guide to Men. Her advice has been featured on shows like Bravo, The Real Housewives of OC, and many, many more. She’s also the creator of Lovescript Bath & Body, which are products that will increase your passion and the love sensation in your love life. And now, without further ado, on to the show.  

The Love U Podcast with Evan Marc Katz
How to Be a Magical Man Magnet – an interview with Lauren Frances

The Love U Podcast with Evan Marc Katz

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2017 53:27


Lauren Frances has a thing. Charisma. Sex appeal. Fierce intelligence....

The Love U Podcast with Evan Marc Katz
How to Be a Magical Man Magnet – an interview with Lauren Frances

The Love U Podcast with Evan Marc Katz

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2017 53:27


Lauren Frances has a thing. Charisma. Sex appeal. Fierce intelligence....

The Thriving Artist
Planning for Residencies, Shows, and Travel – Lauren Frances Adams

The Thriving Artist

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2016 42:33


"Those that produce the work are often the least in control of what happens to that work." The post Planning for Residencies, Shows, and Travel – Lauren Frances Adams appeared first on Clark Hulings Fund.

How To Talk To Girls Podcast
Finding A Girl Who’s Dedicated To You With Lauren Frances

How To Talk To Girls Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2015 51:11


Lauren Frances talks about how to create a relationship that lasts with a quality woman. FREE RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED:  Get more advice from Lauren: http://laurenfrances.com. Get “Dating, Mating and Manhandling": http://amzn.to/2FdgFKw Grab her FREE gift: http://laurenfrances.com/love-store/. Hooked Program: http://www.getherhooked.com. Tripp Advice Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/trippadvice Tripp Advice Hotline: 323-432-0025 Send questions to tripp@trippadvice.com.

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The Art of Love Podcast
Dating, Mating and Manhandling

The Art of Love Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2010 50:40


What makes a man want to marry a woman? What's the best way to let a guy know he's done something wrong? What's the one question every woman should ask on a first date? Find out in my very informative interview with Lauren Frances, dating coach and author of the popular, "Dating, Mating and Manhandling - The Ornithological Guide to Men".  Lauren's website is:  www.laurenfrances.com

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