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Best podcasts about maria dismondy

Latest podcast episodes about maria dismondy

What it Takes to Make
Come Play Four Square with Cardinal Rule Press!

What it Takes to Make

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 62:11


The one where Josh embarrasses himself. On purpose. We talk to Maria Dismondy and Adam Blackman of Cardinal Rule Press this week about how CRP came to be, AND why and how they came to choose and publish Brenna's debut, The Law of Birthdays, out in May 2024 (add it on Goodreads today!)! DON'T MISS AN EPISODE! Sign up for our newsletter here!   This episode's book reviews: RUDELY interrupted by an interloper. Our apologies.   The artwork for You May Contribute a Verse features our new quokka mascot, Versey, and was generously created by the great Maddie Frost! Find her on IG @hellomaddiefrost or on her website Maddie-Frost.com  Our theme music is So Happy by Scott Holmes you can find more of his music at scottholmesmusic.com   Don't forget to get your Community Shout-Outs in for our next episode!   WE HAVE MERCH!! Check it out and support the show here!    And special thanks to our sponsor Justin Colon and his new venture The Kidlit Hive. Find us on Bluesky @joshmonkwords, @brennajeanneret, and @jonseym0ur, and as always, let us know what you think via a rating, review, or comment!

Total Michigan
Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun with Award-Winning Author Maria Dismondy

Total Michigan

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 29:26 Transcription Available


Anything that gets kids reading deserves an A+. Maria Dismondy decided to roll the dice, leaving behind her secure teaching job for the world of being a writer. And it has paid off for her in spades. Not only selling thousands of copies of her books but also spreading a positive message to over 20,000 students. Her latest book, Buddy the Bucket Filler, is now for sale.Links:Her Website: https://mariadismondy.comYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cardinalrulepressTo get these episodes sent directly to your inbox, visit https://totalmichigan.com/join

Beauteous Me's podcast
Sharing your Story with Maria Dismondy

Beauteous Me's podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 21:33


In this engaging episode of the podcast, Maria Dismondy – founder of Cardinal Press – talks about how important it is to share your story. Dismondy explains that telling your story can be a powerful tool to connect with people and build relationships. She also shares tips on how to tell your story effectively, why it's important to take risks, and how we can use our experiences to help others. Through her inspiring words, she encourages us all to recognize the power of sharing our stories and use them as a tool to make an impact in the world. This episode is sure to leave you feeling uplifted, inspired, and empowered! So don't miss it – tune in now for an inspiring conversation about the importance of sharing your story.

Reading With Your Kids Podcast
Helping Kids Fall In Love With Reading

Reading With Your Kids Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2023 28:23


Maria Dismondy is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast because she is committed to helping the next generation of readers fall in love with reading. Maria Dismondy started out in the classroom years ago before writing ten #childrensbooks books. She loved getting powerful messages into the world through realistic fiction, so much so that she began Cardinal Rule Press in 2015. A million copies sold and counting, these books loved worldwide continue to share timeless messages with modern diversity. She shares some great ways we can help all kids gain access to books and learn to read. Click here to visit the Cardinal Rule Press website - https://cardinalrulepress.com/  Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com 

Raising Healthy Kid Brains
29. How Your Child's Character is Developed with Maria Dismondy

Raising Healthy Kid Brains

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 20:51


Schools often emphasize teaching our kids hard skills like math and literacy, but how do we make sure our children are also picking up soft skills like character development and social-emotional skills that, according to my guest today, are what really matters at the end of the day?   I'm speaking to Maria Dismondy, a former teacher, children's book author, and founder of the Cardinal Rule Press. With over a decade of experience as a teacher, she understands the value of using literature to teach challenging subjects. She's sharing why soft skills like character development are important and how we, as busy parents, can incorporate character development into our daily routines.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://planningplaytime.com/29

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
Interview with Maria Dismondy, Author and CEO of Cardinal Rule Press

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 18:59


In this interview, Tracy sits down with children's author, founder, and CEO of Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy. When Maria Dismondy was a little girl she was teased for her curly hair and favorite lunch-box fare, spaghetti in a hot dog bun. Many moons later, these and other real-life moments continue to fuel what is now her critically acclaimed career in the publishing world. In 2020, Maria was named as one of the Publisher Weekly Star Watch Nominees, leaders who were nominated by colleagues in the industry. As CEO of Cardinal Rule Press, Maria is dedicated to having her publishing company produce picture books that empower children with timeless messages of hope, courage, and the Golden Rule. She works diligently to have Cardinal Rule Press release children's literature that represents today's diversity while remaining dedicated to messages that make a difference. To learn more about Maria's work visit https://mariadismondy.com

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
Interview with Maria Dismondy, Author and CEO of Cardinal Rule Press

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 18:59


In this interview, Tracy sits down with children's author, founder, and CEO of Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy. When Maria Dismondy was a little girl she was teased for her curly hair and favorite lunch-box fare, spaghetti in a hot dog bun. Many moons later, these and other real-life moments continue to fuel what is now her critically acclaimed career in the publishing world. In 2020, Maria was named as one of the Publisher Weekly Star Watch Nominees, leaders who were nominated by colleagues in the industry. As CEO of Cardinal Rule Press, Maria is dedicated to having her publishing company produce picture books that empower children with timeless messages of hope, courage, and the Golden Rule. She works diligently to have Cardinal Rule Press release children's literature that represents today's diversity while remaining dedicated to messages that make a difference. To learn more about Maria's work visit https://mariadismondy.com

Cleverly Changing Podcast
From Teacher to Publisher Lesson 97

Cleverly Changing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023 41:12


Maria Dismondy is the founder of the publishing company Cardinal Rule Press. She inspires and educates others in the book industry. She shared insight on the Cleverly Changing Podcast, letting us know about her life as a publisher in Michigan after being in the classroom for many years.TODAY'S HISTORY LESSON What is Kenyan currency called?Listen to the episode for the answer.AFRICAN PROVERB“Talking to one another is loving one another.” - Kenyan Proverb.Remember to subscribe to our podcast so you will get the latest updates.LET'S CONNECT!Want to be a guest on an upcoming show? Just fill out this form, and we will send you an interview link when your request is approved.We're bringing back Cleverly Cultured Kids! We want to feature your kids on Cleverly Cultured Kids, so please complete this Interview form for kids, and we will send you an interview link once your request is approved.You can call us directly now. Please leave us a voicemail and let us know how you enjoy the show or share your questions.ORDER A CLEVER HOMESCHOOL KIT: Don't forget to order one of our exclusive Clever Homeschool Kits. The kits include t-shirts, stickers, a homeschool planner, books, and more.Order your Clever Homeschool Kit here. *Make sure you send your t-shirt size as a note once you pay, or email CleverlyChanging@gmail.com with your order number and size.GROWN FOLKS TALKING ABOUT HOW TO TEACH CHILDREN ABOUT BLACK HISTORYMaria Dismondy's background is in early education and research, which enables her to touch lives the world over while touring as a public speaker in schools, community forums, and national conferences. When Maria isn't working, she embarks on adventures throughout southeast Michigan and beyond, where she lives with her husband, three book-loving children, and two pups. Find out more at MariaDismondy.com  Follow Maria's journey on IG at @mariadismondybooks Learn more about her publishing company at CardinalRulePress.com  Follow Cardinal Rule Press Maria's publishing company on Instagram at @CardinalRulePress Follow Cardinal Rule Press at Facebook.com/CardinalRulePress Prefer to watch the episode? Check out the Cleverly Changing Youtube Channel!CHECK OUT OUR MERCHANDISEVisit https://CleverlyChanging.com/Shop to see what we sell.CONNECT WITH ELLE Website: CleverlyChanging.com Instagram: @CleverlyChanging Facebook: CleverlyChanging Youtube: CleverlyChanging Twitter: CleverlyChangin Tweetable quote: “Books can be a bridge between a caregiver and a child. It will help them to have a conversation around a tricky topic. They can be mirrors, so children can see themselves in the midst of the pages, and they can be windows, so children can look inside someone else experience." - Maria Dismondy author and mom.Please share this episode. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Sick and Successful Podcast
#97. Publishing Children's Books for the Next Generation with Maria Dismondy

Sick and Successful Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 25:34


Some of you might know I've decided to take a break from podcast interviews. But I guess today is an exception because we have a special guest! ----more---- Have you ever struggled to explain concepts like chronic illness, wars, mental health, and the like to your kids? I sure did and still do! ----more---- For today's episode, I am joined by Maria Dismondy, an author and owner of the Cardinal Rule Press, where she empowers kids through socially mindful books. ----more---- Maria shares her journey from being a teacher to starting her publishing company, being sick and successful, and tips if you want to get your book published too! ----more---- If you're sick and successful and wants to write a book, or maybe you just want to write a book for your kids, this episode is for you! ----more---- So, did this episode inspire you to write a book or get your book published? Send me a DM on Instagram (@for.the.success) or email me (info@sandscreative.ca)! ----more---- Watch this on Youtube: https://youtu.be/w8RtyqUWHs0  ----more---- Let's stay connected through these links: www.sandscreative.ca www.instagram.com/s.and.s.creative www.instagram.com/for.the.success ----more---- Connect with Maria: Website: https://www.mairadismondy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariadismondybooks https://www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress

The Product Boss Podcast
380. From Children's Book Author to Publishing Powerhouse with Maria Dismondy of Cardinal Rule Press

The Product Boss Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022 32:26 Very Popular


Every entrepreneur has their own story to tell—but not all of them are professional storytellers themselves! Maria Dismondy is the founder of Cardinal Rule Press, a traditional publishing company that specializes in realistic children's fiction, stories that children see themselves in and which help them be their best selves. Maria started out as a writer and author herself, writing ten books of her own before opting for a change of pace. Maria may be done being an author, but she's telling a new story, all her own—one that empowers a new generation of kids as well as creatives and entrepreneurs alike. No business is successful without a strong enough why, and we know Maria's journey is going to inspire you to find or remember yours. Brought to you by the https://www.theproductboss.com/shop1in5?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=shop_1_in_5_pledge&utm_content=august_2_podcast (Shop 1 in 5™ Pledge)! Commit to making 1 in 5 of your purchases from a small business, whether online or offline. The https://www.theproductboss.com/shop1in5?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=shop_1_in_5_pledge&utm_content=august_2_podcast (Shop 1 in 5™ Pledge) is a way to make an impact together when (and where) it matters most. Join us and take the pledge today! Resources: https://cardinalrulepress.com/ (cardinalrulepress.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress (@cardinalrulepress) Read: https://cardinalrulepress.com/project/spaghetti-in-a-hot-dog-bun/ (Spaghetti in a Hotdog Bun) Read: https://cardinalrulepress.com/project/chocolate-milk-por-favor-en-espanol/ (Chocolate Milk, Por Favor!) Read: https://cardinalrulepress.com/project/16208/ (This Could be You!) Product Biz Owners at $250k+ yearly revenue: Are you a product business owner that has built your business to a multi-6 figure to multi-million dollar business? If so,https://theproductbossmastermind.com/ ( The Product Boss Mastermind) has limited spots available open for consideration to applicants $250k and above, applyhttps://theproductbossmastermind.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=tpb_mastermind&utm_content=podcast ( here). Want access to over 300 business tools and resources to help you effectively run your product-based business? https://theproductboss.com/resourceguide (Grab The Product Boss Resource Guide now!) Connect: Website: https://www.theproductboss.com/ (theproductboss.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theproductboss/ (@theproductbos)

Pub Date | A Book Publishing Podcast
Ep. 23: From the Classroom to the Bookshelf with Maria Dismondy

Pub Date | A Book Publishing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 26:31


Whether you have aspirations of being an author or helping authors achieve their book publishing dream, the path to publishing is never a straight line. In this episode of the Pub Date podcast, Dr. Jen Dorsey and Vanessa Campos talk with Maria Dismondy on her journey to becoming a publisher. Maria started out in the classroom years before writing ten books. She loved getting powerful messages into the world through realistic fiction and saw a need to have more diverse books for children. So much that she began Cardinal Rule Press in 2015. There Maria uses her experiences as an award-winning author to work with writers on getting their messages into the world. She takes pride in mentoring Cardinal Rule Press authors and offering a customized marketing campaign that her team coordinates and implements. Learn more about Cardinal Rule Press here: https://cardinalrulepress.com/ Follow them on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-Txy1Kgq4P_ZztrrQrqzg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress/ _________________________________________________ Produced by OC Talk Radio at UCI Beall Applied Innovation Producer: Paul Roberts, founder of OC Talk Radio Executive Producer: Emily Carpenter-Pulskamp of Little Red Communications

OC Talk Radio
From the Classroom to the Bookshelf

OC Talk Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 26:31


Whether you have aspirations of being an author or helping authors achieve their book publishing dream, the path to publishing is never a straight line. In this episode of the Pub Date podcast, Dr. Jen Dorsey and Vanessa Campos talk with Maria Dismondy on her journey to becoming a publisher. Maria started out in the classroom years before writing ten books. She loved getting powerful messages into the world through realistic fiction and saw a need to have more diverse books for children. So much that she began Cardinal Rule Press in 2015. There Maria uses her experiences as an award-winning author to work with writers on getting their messages into the world. She takes pride in mentoring Cardinal Rule Press authors and offering a customized marketing campaign that her team coordinates and implements. Learn more about Cardinal Rule Press here: https://cardinalrulepress.com/ Follow them on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-Txy1Kgq4P_ZztrrQrqzg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress/ _________________________________________________ Produced by OC Talk Radio at UCI Beall Applied Innovation Producer: Paul Roberts, founder of OC Talk Radio Executive Producer: Emily Carpenter-Pulskamp of Little Red Communications

Become a Writer Today
Working With a Small Indie Press to Publish a Book with Maria Dismondy

Become a Writer Today

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 21:43 Transcription Available


 The self-publishing landscape has changed quite a bit since I self-published my first book in 2014. It was easy to sell your book using Amazon ads back then. These days, you've got to invest a lot more time and money and learn the basics of Amazon advertising. That's on top of learning how to commission a book cover, finding an editor, and the rest! But what if you don't want to do all of that? An alternative is to work with a small indie press. Maria Dismondy is the founder of Cardinal Rule Press. She's also an author and has published over ten children's books, and a podcaster who podcasts regularly on the topic of publishing. During our chat, she explained her writing journey, why she started writing children's books, and how she set up her publishing company. In this episode we discuss:Writing for childrenHow long it took Maria to set up a publishing companyFocusing on characters with disabilitiesThe process of working with a small pressA typical working day for MariaDeciding which books to publish each yearResources:Cardinal Rules PressMaria DismondyKindness is a Kite StringSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/becomeawritertoday)

The Productivity Pod(cast)
Ep 98: 6 Weeks Away From Business

The Productivity Pod(cast)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 27:11


Are you the type who thinks taking time away will be a death sentence for your business? Are all your processes for your business only in YOUR head? Let me tell you, if you're scared to give up the reins and allow others to do the work you hired them to do….your business will suffer. In today's episode, I speak with Maria Dismondy, Founder & CEO of Cardinal Rule Press, about how to get your business and its processes to a point that everything won't crumble if you have to take a step away! In this episode, you'll learn The importance of establishing your processes so that people can pick up and do things for you without needing you to be there Why having one core hub is crucial to the cohesiveness of your team's communication Sometimes things happen that take you away from your business with little warning and how to be prepared in the event that happens Narrowing down the notes you take into action items and acting on them in meaningful ways Maria Dismondy is an award-winning author and founder of the publishing company, Cardinal Rule Press. Maria inspires and educates others in the book industry! Her background in early education and research enables her to touch lives the world over while connecting as public speaker in schools, community forums, and at national conferences. When Maria isn't working, she can be found embarking on adventures throughout southeast Michigan and beyond, where she lives with her husband, three book-loving children and two Covid puppies! Check out Maria's website- Cardinal Rule Press • Children's Books That Make a Difference Shoot Maria an email at Maria@cardinalrulepress.com  Connect with Cardinal Rule Press on Facebook- Cardinal Rule Press - Home Follow Cardinal Rule Press on Instagram- Cardinal Rule Press (@cardinalrulepress) • Instagram photos and videos Connect with Maria on LinkedIn- Maria Dismondy - Owner - Cardinal Rule Press  Quote from the show- “You need to be the owner and knowing how to do it, so that one, you can pass it off. Two, if it gets back to you, you know how to do it. And three, you kind of can keep people accountable with what they're supposed to be doing because you know the process.” Interested in my 3 P's of Productivity? Check out Episode 04. Productivity Power Up: The 3 P's Of Productivity $7 for 7 Day Trial for Hustle to Flow - https://www.hustletoflow.co/join Thanks for Listening!-Brittany

Smart Money Mamas Show
How to Use Children's Literature to Engage Character Education Conversations with Maria Dismondy

Smart Money Mamas Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 42:58


#121 Today I'm talking with children's author, Maria Dismondy. Maria has published a handful of delightful books that focus on diversity and character education. Learn how a lack of diverse literature inspired Maria to leave the classroom to publish children's books. We're talking about how you can use literature for creative conversations starters, tips for helping kids navigate anxiety with a new school year, and why we should always encourage curiosity! (1:33) Learn how Maria decided to transition from teaching to writing children's books  (5:33) Here's why children's lit is the perfect tool for teaching character education  (7:20) These are some creative ways to build a life-long love of reading  (22:22) Check out these tips for helping kids work through pandemic anxiety in the new school year (37:01) Ever wanted to write and publish a book? Start here! Looking for more information, mama? Visit the show notes at  https://www.smartmoneymamas.com/121 Grab your FREE Passion Project Workbook https://smartmoneymamas.com/passion-project-workbook  

Empowering Kids with Character
Catapult Your Business Through The Power of Your Story with Lynn Sanders

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 14:39


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode of All the Write Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with guest Lynn Sanders about how to use your personal story to catapult your business.    Have you ever felt like the universe was trying to get your attention and push you in a different direction? Well, Lynn Sanders through a series of events, experienced what she likes to describe as her “wake up call”. Through this wake up call, Lynn has found the importance of living life fully and to doing things that are aligned with who you are and what is meaningful to you. When you are living out your purpose and you are sharing your personal story, that is when you are most powerful and can make a difference in others lives. What story do you have to share with the world?       In this episode, you will learn:   Why is telling your story important?   How do you craft a compelling story?   What are important tips to know in telling your story on-camera?     Find out more about Lynn Sanders here:   Website: https//www.DifferenceMakersMedia.com   Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Instagram

Empowering Kids with Character
How to Build Community and Rapport in the Special Education Classroom with Jenn Adams

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2021 17:48


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode of All the Write Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with guest Jenn Adams, a special education teacher all about how to build community and rapport in the classroom.    What if you could use books to help build relationships in your classroom? As teachers, building relationships is so important and with the shift in online learning it is more important than ever! Jenn talks about how books are a great way to help build connection and engagement in the classroom by getting the students involved by asking questions and having them share their own life experiences as they connect with the story and the characters. She believes that when teachers model social and emotional skills and how to build meaningful relationships in the classroom, students can take what they learn and apply it in their daily lives.    In this episode, you will learn:   Why should teachers read more books at the beginning of the year to build relationships in the classroom? How do you use books to build community in the classroom?  What might a lesson look like in your classroom? Where I find books for my classroom Find out more about Jenn Adams here:   Website:  Instagram Facebook    Facebook Community   Pinterest   Join my email list for tips, freebies, and ideas for teachers and families.  https://teach-love-autism.ck.page/0c477a89f5

Empowering Kids with Character
Connecting with Heart with Barbara Gruener

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 19:10


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    In this episode of All the Write Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Barbara Gruener, a teacher and school counselor about how she connects with heart and why it's so important.   All we need is love, simple but not always easy. As parents, authors, and educators, etc.  We can change a child's life by listening with intention, and showing them with our words and actions that they matter and have a voice in this world.  In Barbara Gruener's book Mr. Quigley's Keys, she brings connecting with heart to life by sharing the story of a school handyman and how he serves and connects with the students by showing love, empathy and kindness. Her book reinforces the power of connection and how by serving others with heart we can make a difference one person at a time.      In this episode, you will learn:   How can you connect with Heart? What are some words of wisdom to help you live with heart? When looking for books in your classroom, what do you look for?    Find out more about Barbara Gruener here:   Website:  CorneronCharacter.com,  BarbaraGruenerauthor.com Instagram: @BarbaraGruenerauthor Twitter: @barbaragruener

Empowering Kids with Character
Redefining Children's Literature with Suhani Parikh

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2021 14:57


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music     In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Suhani Parikh, a publisher and author on how she is redefining children's literature.     Suhani Parikh, set out to write her debut children's book, she knew it had to be based on her experience growing up as an Indian-American girl with alopecia. This led her to the formation of Modern Marigold Books, an independent publishing company creating own-voice children's books that discuss identity, culture, and communal responsibility. Suhani talks all about her unique publishing practices and how she likes to empower her authors to be a part of the publishing process from selecting the illustrator down to marketing their books. .  In this episode, you will learn:   A new approach to traditional publishing How her authors are setting up their audience when it comes time to releasing their books How Modern Marigold Books is helping close the gap in the book industry. What she looks for when selecting her next author to publish.      Find out more about Suhani here:   Website: http://www.modernmarigoldbooks.com   Follow us on Instagram @modernmarigoldbooks  Check out our book titles on www.modernmarigoldbooks.com

CEO Podcasts: CEO Chat Podcast + I AM CEO Podcast Powered by Blue 16 Media & CBNation.co
IAM1079- Founder Inspires and Educates Others in the Book Industry

CEO Podcasts: CEO Chat Podcast + I AM CEO Podcast Powered by Blue 16 Media & CBNation.co

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 16:42


Award-winning author and founder of the publishing company, Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy inspires and educates others in the book industry. Her background in early education and research enables her to touch lives the world over while touring as a public speaker in schools, community forums, and at national conferences. When Maria isn't working, she can be found embarking on adventures throughout southeast Michigan and beyond, where she lives with her husband and three book-loving children. Website: http://www.cardinalrulepress.com/ http://www.mariadismondy.com/   Instagram: www.instagram.com/cardinalrulepress New book out this fall: Lila Lou's Little Library by Nikki Bergstresser  

Empowering Kids with Character
How to diversify your child's bookshelf with Lisa Rose

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2021 20:07


Subscribe:  iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music   In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Lisa Rose, an educator and author on how you can diversify your child's bookshelf.    Lisa Rose is a recovering first-grade teacher now turned author. As a mother of a special needs daughter, she noticed that there weren't many diverse children's books. It was important to Lisa to have books that represent other groups of people or individuals that you don't often see. She made it her mission to create books that were fun but that also created awareness around diversity. Lisa believes that when children can see themselves or others that may look different than them in stories it creates connection, common ground, and empathy for others.    In this episode, you will learn: What is the value of your child reading diverse books? What is casual diversity? What are some examples of books with casual diversity? why some books are considered to have casual diversity.     Find out more about Lisa Rose here:   Website: https://lisarosewrites.com/ Twitter Instagram Join the Facebook Group- The Missing Voice Check out Lisa's New Books the Singer and the Scientist and A Zombie Vacation   Quote from show:  “Children need to have what we call mirrors, where they can see themselves in books and also windows where they can see others. As you see others it creates empathy for the other because they find that they have so much in common”

Empowering Kids with Character
How to use networking to develop relationships and grow your business with Angela Engel

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2021 25:39


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Angela Engel, founder of The Collective Book Studio on how to network and create relationships to grow and market your business.    Angela is no stranger to the publishing world. After working 20 years at several different major publishing companies Angela decided to create her own company that would disrupt the publishing industry by giving budding authors more ownership and authority in the publishing process. Angela uses her passion for networking, to create authentic relationships to help grow her business and shares with us how important it is to put yourself out there and connect with others when you are an entrepreneur.      In this episode, you will learn:   How to leverage influencers to help market your books How to target your ideal audience How to use networking to develop relationships and grow your business  Find out more about Angela Engel here:   Website: https://thecollectivebook.studio/   Grab your copy of “Eat Cake for Breakfast” Here! Check out Angela's blog Learn more about The Collective Book studio Here! Sign Up for The Collective Book Studio Newsletter

Empowering Kids with Character
How to Creatively Market a Picture Book with Amy Dean

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 17:57


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Amy Dean, Editorial and Marketing Director for Blue Manatee press on all the new trends in picture books and how to creatively market them.    Amy Dean's love of books started when she was a young child. Reading inspired her so much that she pursued a career in publishing. She sees the world in stories and has the privilege to help bring others' lives and experience to younger generations. When marketing the books she wants to bring into the world Amy Dean gets creative by using the theme of the book to challenge her audience to play and use their imagination in their own lives to help bring the book to life.       In this episode, you will learn:   Who are you marketing to? What are some fun tie-in activities/event kits for picture books? How do you get readers to more deeply engage with picture books? What's an important thing to keep in mind about the audience of a picture book?  Find out more about Amy Dean here:   Website:    Baby Unplugged Series: http://www.bluemanateepress.com/baby-unplugged   Baby Unplugged: Make: http://www.bluemanateepress.com/baby-unplugged-make Rainy Day Resources: http://www.bluemanateepress.com/rainy-day-activities

Empowering Kids with Character
Production and Visibility in the YA Book Trade with Mel Corrigan

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 15:42


 Subscribe:  iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Mel Corrigan, Business and Visibility Director at Scribe Publishing on the production and marketing of the book trade business.   Mel Corrigan has a PHD in Fuel Science where she took her love of numbers and books to create a career she loves! She uses her analytical mind to strategically look at the big picture of promoting and marketing books to the masses. Mel talks about the importance of timelines and all the love and care that goes into bringing a book to life.    In this episode, you will learn:   What is the value of a 12-14 month cycle for bringing books to market? How can reviews and awards be acquired and leveraged? How and when should a publisher seek endorsements for an upcoming YA fiction novel?     If you enjoyed today's show don't forget to subscribe and join us every week on Tuesdays for a new episode where listeners will hear from experts offering advice, tips and tricks on how to market and grow your small business in today's industry.  Find out more about Mel Corrigan here:   Website: www.scribe-publishing.com   Instagram and Twitter: @scribepubco   Facebook- @Scribepublishingcompany

Empowering Kids with Character
H is for Haiku with Amy Losak

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2021 17:22


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music    In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Amy Losak, a public relations professional and her journey of publishing her mother's book “H is for Haiku”   After Amy's mother passed away unexpectedly Amy was on a mission to publish her mother's work. She started her journey with a non-profit called Arts for All in New York City to work with teachers in schools on the arts education program. The Haiku poems that Amy selected from her mother's collection served as prompts for painting, drawing, music and theater. Amy helped fund the teacher residency's for these programs in the Bronx and Queens to help bring her mothers work to life that would be meaningful for young people today. After much encouragement and enthusiasm from many she sent out her mother's manuscript and it was picked up by a publishing company called Penny Candy Books where it was later honored by the National Council for Teachers of English in 2019 as the most “Notable Poetry Book.” Today Amy continues her mother's legacy as a published author and continues to spread awareness about the beautiful artform of Haiku.       In this episode, you will learn:   What is a Haiku? What was her journey in publishing her mother's work How Amy's journey impacted her local school Arts program  How the pictures were illustrated Find out more about Amy Losak here:   Check out Amy Losak's  group of female Jewish KidLit authors, The Book Meshuggenahs (www.thebookmeshuggenahs.com). Who strive to serve as a resource for Jewish families and the community with our books and accompanying educational materials/resources/activities. Also, follow Amy on   Twitter: https://twitter.com/AmyLosak Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-losak-836b686/

Empowering Kids with Character
Marketing from a Place of Passion with Kelsey Murphy

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 10:23


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music I   In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Kelsey Murphy a Business and Life Coach, about how to use your passion and your why to help you market and sell your product.  Kelsey Murphy is a Business & Life Coach that believes we do our best when we're at our best, that everyone is passionate about something, and that life shouldn't be taken too seriously. She is on a mission to help entrepreneurs build a life of fulfilment, success and great relationships. Kelsey shares that marketing may not always our best skillset but we can use the passion and love for what we do to help fuel our marketing efforts. She goes over her three part framework that she uses to communicate her message in a fun and authentic way.        In this episode, you will learn:   How to sell and market when it's not your skillset.  How to come to marketing from a place of passion.  3 Part framework of Know, Feel and Do.   If you enjoyed today's show don't forget to subscribe and join us every week on Tuesdays for a new episode where listeners will hear from experts offering advice, tips and tricks on how to market and grow your small business in today's industry.  Find out more about Kelsey Murphy here:   Website: www.kelseymurphy.com   Grab your 30 Day Passion Planner Here! Tune in to Kelsey Murphy's Work and Whiskey Podcast

Empowering Kids with Character
How your Client Experience can be your Marketing Plan with Marylin Delahoz

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 14:32


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music  In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Marylin DelaHoz, a business clarity coach on how your customer experience can be your marketing plan.    Marylin was 8 months pregnant when she decided to start her own business out of her home and not return to her corporate 9-5.  What started as a t-shirt business quickly evolved into creating customer gift boxes for entrepreneurs. She dug into what it meant to deliver a great customer experience and how by delighting your customers with thoughtful and personalized gifts your business can stand out and market itself. After being in the entrepreneurial space for about 4 years and seeing what an impact a great client experience can have on your business, she felt called to help coach other women to gain clarity and direction in their business.  In this episode, you will learn:   How to market yourself in creative ways How to stay top of mind How to build know, like and trust   Find out more about Marylin DelaHoz here:   Website: http://www.marylindelahoz.com Chaos to clarity kit- Turn your ideas into inspired action!  Link when it drops in JUNE!  30 min Brainstorming session with Marylin

Empowering Kids with Character
Tap Into Your Why & Market with Ease with Oanh Jordan

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 16:34


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music   In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Oanh Jordan, founder and CEO of Tiny Triumph co. on how finding your personal why is the foundation to any business.     Oanh Jordan is a speaker and multi-passionate entrepreneur but her journey didn't begin there. After several years working in the engineering industry she felt like there was something missing. She wanted to find something that not only she was good at but made her feel fulfilled and gave her purpose. In that process she discovered the importance of finding your why and how it's our unique experiences that tell a story and help weave our mission into what we want to bring to the world.   In this episode, you will learn:   How to gain clarity with your why. The power of discovering your why. How finding your why makes a huge impact on your marketing.  Find out more about Oahn Jordan here:   www.tiny-triumph.co   You can follow Oanh on Instagram: @tinytriumphco   If you're unsure where to start grab Oanh's ebook with daily journal prompts to help get you started. Head to www.tiny-triumph.co/challenge for more details.   To work 1:1 with Oahn to help gain clarity and find your why contact her at  hello@tiny-triumph.co to set up a session. If you enjoyed today's show don't forget to subscribe and join us every week on Tuesdays for a new episode where listeners will hear from experts offering advice, tips and tricks on how to market and grow your small business in today's industry.

Empowering Kids with Character
How to Use Virtual Events to Grow Your Audience with Layne Booth

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 16:34


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music   In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Layne Booth, the CEO and dashboard expert of the Booth Project on how to use virtual events to grow your audience.    Layne Booth started her career off as an industrial engineer and has used her years of experience to help growth-minded entrepreneurs identify key metrics in their business that help them scale and identify new growth opportunities. Layne uses virtual summits in her business to connect and bring value to her audience. She talks about how virtual summits could be what your business is missing if you want to increase your brand awareness and make an impact with your audience.    In this episode, you will learn:   How to increase awareness with virtual events. How to tie your call to action into your virtual event. What are the challenges of running a virtual summit? Find out more about Layne Booth here: www.theprojectbooth.com   Join Layne's Facebook group Simplify and Scale  Join a Masterclass held by Layne!  Follow Layne Booth on Social Media:    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprojectbooth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprojectbooth Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/simplifyandscaleyourbiz Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laynebooth/

Empowering Kids with Character
Finding the Courage to Publish Your Book with Miriam Laundry

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 16:40


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Miriam Laundry,  best-selling author and writing mentor on how to find the courage to publish your first book.    Miriam's  journey as an author started when she was feeling stuck in the mindset of “I can't.” Embracing growth Miriam attended a self-development conference by Jack Canfield. She went home feeling so inspired that she wanted to share what she had learned with her children and felt the best way to do so was to engage them with a story and so her first book “ I CAN Believe in Myself” came to be. Now Miriam continues to write award-winning children's books and now mentors other aspiring authors. Miriam believes that writers need a sense of community to encourage and inspire each other to have the courage to share their stories and make the world a better place one book at a time.  In this episode, you will learn: How to organize your ideas for your book How to push through when fear creeps up  Where to find resources when you are looking to self publish  When is getting a Mentor a good idea   If you enjoyed today's show don't forget to subscribe and join us every week on Tuesdays for a new episode where listeners will hear from experts offering advice, tips and tricks on how to market and grow your small business in today's industry.  Find out more about Miriam Laundry here: www.miriamlaundry.com Facebook: @MiriamLaundryFanPage  Twitter: @MiriamLaundry Instagram: @miriamlaundrypublishing   Miriam's Writing Formula for Children's Books: MiriamLaundry.com/myblueprint

Empowering Kids with Character
How to get organized to tackle every stage of life with Lisa Woodruff

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 19:23


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Lisa Woodruff, founder and CEO of Organized 365 on how to take back control of your life and business by getting organized.    Lisa started Organize 365 when she needed to make a drastic change in her life. Her business journey is an evolution of how Lisa went from unorganized and feeling like she was failing at everything to taking back control of her household and life. Now Lisa teaches others how to regain control and how to be proactive instead of reactive when life throws you a curveball.      In this episode, you will learn:   Organization is a learned skill  How to be proactive instead of reactive How to relearn being organized at every stage of life. What role does paper have in entrepreneurial business? Why do you feel we are not going to be a 100% digital society? Find out more about Lisa Woodruff  here: Listen to Organize 365 HERE Website: http://organize365.com/ Instagram: @organize365 Join Lisa's Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/425746810820506/  Click here to Get organized with the Sunday Basket  If you enjoyed today's show don't forget to subscribe and join us every week on Tuesdays for a new episode where listeners will hear from experts offering advice, tips and tricks on how to market and grow your small business in today's industry.

Creative Conversations with Marylin
10: From Side-Hustling Teacher to Publishing Powerhouse with Maria Dismondy

Creative Conversations with Marylin

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2021 32:59


“The idea was planted in your heart for a reason.” - Unknown   If you are one of those people who have always felt called to go in one direction over another, what happens when you find another passion? Maria Dismondy always knew she was going to be a teacher, but then she realized that she was meant for more. Listen as she shares how she went from side-hustling teacher to publishing powerhouse.   From the time she was little, Maria knew she was meant to be a teacher. She went to school, got her degree, and then went on to teach. It wasn't until she started looking for realistic children's books for her class that she realized there was a true gap in the market and she was determined to fill it.    She started writing children's books and not too long after that realized that she was making a huge impact, making more money, and ready to leave teaching behind. After a few people approached her looking for help with their own books, she knew that she was ready to pivot again.   This was an amazing episode filled with laughs and fantastic insights on what it takes to lean into a new passion. Listen in for all of Maria's pearls of wisdom. Stay tuned until the end to hear my takeaways designed to help you take action toward your dreams today!   In this episode: [02:57] Maria shares about her background and her journey to publishing. [06:26] How do you find children's book authors?  [09:09] What they do while they're finding other authors to market to their customers.  [10:52] Why it's important to practice what you preach.  [12:56] Learn about her podcast and the direction her business is going now.  [15:31] It's important to have a support system around you and find connection.  [18:30] You can have babies and have a passion in your heart for more.  [21:42] She's still very connected to teachers and influencers. Learn more. [25:03] You don't have to be just one thing. There are so many opportunities to serve these days. [27:10] Maria's advice for side-hustling teachers.  [28:44] My takeaways for you to take action today!   Links & Resources: Connect with Maria: Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun by Maria Dismondy Maria's Website Cardinal Rule Press Maria on Facebook Maria on Twitter Maria on Instagram Maria on Pinterest Maria on YouTube Maria on LinkedIn   Connect with Marylin: Marylin's Website Marylin on Instagram Book a Clarity Call   Your Business Reset Workshop

Empowering Kids with Character
How to create a marketing pitch that is newsworthy and gains you media exposure with Christina Nicholson

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 13:14


Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Christina Nicholson,  founder and CEO of Media Maven and More on how to gain media attention by making your marketing pitch newsworthy.    Christina started her business Media Maven and More when she saw a better way to create content and deliver it to the public. Now Christina teaches business owners how to be their own publicist by delivering pitches that are newsworthy and that set them apart from the crowd. You don't have to have a fancy PR agency to gain a lot of media attention. You have to be willing to take advantage of the free resources out there, educate yourself and take action!    In this episode, you will learn: The different types of media and how you can leverage them in your business.  How shift your pitch from promotional to newsworthy How to use earned media to earn authority and credibility in your niche.  Find out more about Christina Nicholson here: Website: www.MediaMavenAndMore.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mediamavenandmore/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christinaallday/ Twitter: https://Twitter.com/ChristinaAllDay Link to FREE RESOURCES mentioned in episode: https://open.spotify.com/show/6WKy54rCIC5rSpQdUXpe6L The Pitch that helped her gain media exposure https://podcastclout.com/pat/ Visibility/PR Course: https://courses.mediamavenandmore.com/p/boost-your-authority-and-skyrocket-your-visibility/ If you enjoyed today's show don't forget to subscribe and join us every week on Tuesdays for a new episode where listeners will hear from experts offering advice, tips and tricks on how to market and grow your small business in today's industry.

Empowering Kids with Character
How to Create Community and Engagement in your Facebook group with Dana Malstaff

Empowering Kids with Character

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 20:20


Episode #10 Name of Episode: How to Create Community and Engagement in your Facebook group or How to Create a Thriving Facebook Group   Subscribe: iTunes I  Spotify I Google Play Music   ---------------------------   This week CEO and Founder of Cardinal Rule Press interviewed Dana Malstaff from Boss Moms on All the Write Marketing. Join us every week on Tuesdays for a new episode where listeners will hear from experts offering advice, tips and tricks on how to market books in today's industry.   In this episode on All the WRITE Marketing, Maria Dismondy talks with Dana Malstaff,  founder and CEO of Boss Moms on how to build an engaged and thriving Facebook community.     Dana started her business back in 2015. As a mom and entrepreneur she noticed a need for a space where other moms like her could gather and have a sense of community, and so the Boss Mom movement was born. Dana grew her business and Facebook community to over 55,000 members organically and have about 1,000 new members each month.    Through Dana's very specific way of creating engagement in her Facebook community she has created an ecosystem where her community although not huge in numbers has very high engagement and provides a ton of value to its members. Dana dives into what kind of posts give you the most engagement and what posts to avoid. She also gives you some tips on how to monetize your group and how adding value gets you results!   In this episode, you will learn: What posts create the most engagement What posts to avoid  How to monetize your Facebook group How to utilize units in your Facebook group To learn more and connect with Dana Malstaff of Boss Moms go to Facebook group: www.boss-mom.com/facebook Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BossMomDana/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DanaMalstaff   Resources:  Try Dana's Facebook course here  Start and Grow Your Facebook Group Course for just $47   If you enjoyed today's show don't forget to subscribe and join us every week on Tuesdays for a new episode where listeners will hear from experts offering advice, tips and tricks on how to market and grow your small business in today's industry. 

Writer, Writer, Pants On Fire
Inclusivity In Children's Books & How Publishers Find Illustrators

Writer, Writer, Pants On Fire

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 29:19


Today's guest is Maria Dismondy, of Cardinal Rule Press. Maria is dedicated to having her publishing company produce picture books that empower children with timeless messages of hope, courage and the Golden Rule. She works diligently to have Cardinal Rule Press release children’s literature that represents today’s diversity while remaining dedicated to messages that make a difference.  Read the Transcript Support the Podcast Follow on Facebook   Links for Cardinal Rule Press: Site Twitter Facebook Instagram   Ad Links: Behind the Bits Podcast Military True Crime Vellum  

The Bestseller Experiment
EP305: Deep Dive — Maria Dismondy - The Business of Inspiring Children

The Bestseller Experiment

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2021 3:36


Maria Dismondy is the author of inspirational and award-winning children's books such as Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun, she is also the CEO of Cardinal Rule Press, a publisher dedicated to diversity and inclusiveness in children's publishing. Maria tells us what inspired her to write, why she started her own publishing house, how she […] The post EP302: Deep Dive — Maria Dismondy – The Business of Inspiring Children appeared first on The Bestseller Experiment.

The Bestseller Experiment
Ep 305: Deep Dive — Maria Dismondy - The Business of Inspiring Children

The Bestseller Experiment

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 5:17


Maria Dismondy is the author of inspirational and award-winning children's books such as Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun, she is also the CEO of Cardinal Rule Press, a publisher dedicated to diversity and inclusiveness in children's publishing. Maria tells us what inspired her to write, why she started her own publishing house, how she built her team and the first person she hired (and fired!), and the challenges she has faced during lockdown.

PublishHer Podcast
Publishing Children's Books with Maria Dismondy {ep. 7}

PublishHer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 29:38


What you need to know if you want to publish a children's books with children's book author and publisher at Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy.

Moms Get it Done
How to run a company, be an author and instill family values with Maria Dismondy

Moms Get it Done

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 22:02


Listen as I talk to award-winning author and founder of the publishing company, Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy. Maria has a system that makes it so she can run a business, be there for her children, and stick to their family values with ease. Her background in early education and research enables her to touch lives the world over while touring as a public speaker in schools, community forums, and at national conferences. When Maria isn't working, she can be found embarking on adventures throughout southeast Michigan and beyond, where she lives with her husband and three book-loving children. Find out more about Maria at MariaDismondy.com or CardinalRulePress.com Also be sure to join the Moms Get it Done free Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/MomsGetitDoneTogether --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Organize 365 Podcast
Lifelong Learners - Changing our Home Libraries with Maria Dismondy

Organize 365 Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 50:45


Listen here: organize365.com/wednesday-podcasts   “You will be the same person in five years as you are today except for the people you meet and the books you read.” - Charlie "Tremendous" Jones   This week, my Wednesday Podcast is a conversation with children's author and my virtual friend Maria Dismondy. We pack so much into this quick interview. Listen in to hear how we talk about living a life with healthy balance and discuss virtual book tours.   We also talk about how to change the conversations we are having inside of our homes. We talk about how to build a library of books that represent all of the children and how our books should reflect the world around us. Maria has written books with the goal of making sure there are children's books that celebrate our differences so that any kid can open a book and see themselves in the pages.   You can find her books or learn more about Maria Dismondy at https://mariadismondy.com/   You can still preorder your copy of The Paper Solution - launching August 4, 2020.

The Library Pros
Episode 77 Maria Dismondy – Cardinal Rule Press

The Library Pros

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 43:26


The podcast is working from home and Chris was able to speak with Maria Dismondy, children's book author and founder of Cardinal Rule Press. Maria started her career as a teacher, and started writing children's picture books that focus on a child's self esteem, something she was not seeing in picture books. This concept became […]

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
Anxiety, Violence, Opportunity, and More in Process Hacker News from Hack the Process Podcast

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 4:20


Anxiety, Violence, Opportunity, and More in Process Hacker News from Hack the Process Podcast Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This episode we’ve got anxiety, violence, opportunity, and more. For all the links, check out the show notes: https://www.hacktheprocess.com/anxiety-violence-opportunity-and-more-in-process-hacker-news-from-hack-the-process-podcast/ Enjoy! Media The Global Coworking Diaries is a project put together by Alex Hillman and Kali Norman, interviewing community leaders around the world about how the current health crisis has affected coworking. The pandemic has created a lot of disruption in our lives, but Andrew Nance wants to help ease your anxiety with some mindful breathing exercises. How did Maria Dismondy become a children’s book author? Find out in her new interview on the Coach Azul Podcast. Join Rhonda Magee and Dan Harris on Ten Percent Happier as they teach you to meditate and stop toxic tendencies.. Despite the current economic uncertainty, it’s still a good time to build your business from scratch. Tune in to Tom Morkes’s conversation with Jovana Miljanovic to lean how. Writing The Innovator’s Spirit, a new book by Chuck Swoboda just came out, and it’s already a bestseller, reaching number one among Amazon’s new release books! Congratulations, Chuck! In light of ongoing police violence against the Black community in the United States, Michelle Kim suggests twenty actions Asian Americans can take to show allyship. As a business owner, Zvi Band‘s latest article talks about the value of being transparent to your team and your stakeholders. A new blog post by Safi Bahcall features Michael Farzan, the Scripps Research virologist who worked on SARS, who mentions how Covid-19 is a dumb virus compared to HIV and Influenza. Recommended Resources Many people are having a hard time with their finances while sheltering in place. In an interview with Today, Ramit Sethi, a personal finance pro referenced by Maneesh Sethi, proposes ways to manage bills and credit card fees through strategic planning and negotiation. Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff is the topic of an article in Business Insider because he took a 90-day no lay-off pledge and is urging other CEOs to help their employees through the coronavirus by doing the same. Marc was one of the folks mentioned by Tiffani Bova in her interview. As we adapt to life during and after the pandemic, we have the opportunity now to prepare for a better future by prioritizing justice, diversity, and inclusion. Tiffany Jana, mentioned during the interview with Joy Wiggins and Kami Anderson, issues a call for us to focus on equity in her blog post. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)
Virtual author events and other strategies for building online communities, with Maria Dismondy

Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 27:33


What kind of virtual author events are successful in getting the word out, supporting booksellers, and developing enthusiastic online communities? Maria Dismondy of children’s book publisher Cardinal Rule Press has had recent success and discusses strategies and goals.Topics Coveredonline book launches and book “tours”partnering with bookstoressign-up events vs public streaming on Facebook and other platformsadvance sales before the eventsponsored and partnered events with giveaways as a way of developing and sharing contactshow to find partners for a virtual event: be sure to match the audience to the missionkeeping pitch letters effective and succincthow the pandemic crisis may be creating new and permanent opportunities for new kinds of book promotionadvice: pick 1 platform and be consistent with your message and timingbe sure to spend more time “giving” than “selling”; you may not have a direct ROI but you will be building communityhow far in advance should you contact sponsors? participants?the growing importance of bookshop.orgwhy traditional media are still importantgood advice: “do one thing every day!”LinksCardinalRulePress.comwww.cardinalrulepress.comMaria Dismondywww.mariadismondy.comSample a reader's guide: Evie's Field Day by Claire Nolandhttps://cardinalrulepress.com/uploads/pdf/Evies%20Field%20Day%20FINAL.%5B1%5D.pdfParticipantsAuthor and founder of the publishing company, Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy inspires and educates others in the book industry.Her background in early education and research enables her to touch lives the world over while touring as a public speaker in schools, community forums, and at national conferences. When Maria isn’t working, she can be found embarking on adventures throughout southeast Michigan and beyond, where she lives with her husband and three book-loving children. Peter Goodman (host) is publisher of Stone Bridge Press  in Berkeley, California. He began his publishing career in Tokyo, Japan, in 1976. A longtime member of IBPA, he has served on the IBPA board and as IBPA board chair.For more information, go to IBPA at https://www.ibpa-online.org/.

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
Momentum, Impactful Ideas, Terrible Leaders, and More in Process Hacker News

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 4:07


Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got momentum, impactful ideas, terrible leaders, and more. For all the links, check out the show notes: https://www.hacktheprocess.com/momentum-impactful-ideas-terrible-leaders-and-more-in-process-hacker-news/ Enjoy! Events Brian Solis will be one of the keynote speakers at the Future of Marketing Conference on February 19 at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. Media Malcolm Gladwell has published a new book called Talking to Strangers. Find out what it’s all about as Omar Zenhom breaks down the invaluable lessons he found in there. Tom Morkes is joined on his podcast by Jonathan Keyser, the CEO of Arizona’s largest tenant rep commercial real estate firm, who talks about how he grew his business, how he trains leaders thru the Keyser Institute, and how you don’t have to be ruthless to win. Writing All You Have to Do is Ask, the new book by our latest Hack the Process guest, Dr. Wayne Baker, is now available. Go get your copy today and give yourself permission to ask for the help you want. Leadership teams can be high-performing powerhouses, but they can also set a bad example in the organization. In Ron Carucci’s new Forbes article, he points out the pitfalls of tolerating bad behavior within leadership groups. Being a parent is all about great child-rearing, and Maria Dismondy wants to help you out with a list of parenting books to raise kind and caring kids. Wouldn’t you love to have a one-hour work week? Jon Dykstra weighs the pros and cons if he were to work one hour a week and still try to grow his online publishing company. Turning Ideas Into Impact is a new book out on the Think Aha website that gathers insights about leadership skills from sixteen women who are Silicon Valley consultants, including the book’s co-author, Kimberly Wiefling. Recommended Resources SXSW 2020 is happening from March 13 to 22 in Austin, Texas, featuring speakers Tim Ferriss and Brene Brown, who jointly inspired Hack the Process guests Michelle Kim, Omar Zenhom, Alex Cespedes, Vinay Patankar, Malek Banoun, Heather Chauvin, and Kate Swoboda. You can now get the expanded version of Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends on It by Kamal Ravikant. Marissa Orr found motivation in Kamal’s books. Blasting Through Blocks is a new workshop by Julia Cameron, who was mentioned as a resource by Loic Le Meur, Jay Wong, and Heather Chauvin. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

Confetti Moments
Love All with Maria Dismondy

Confetti Moments

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 26:30


On today's episode, I interview Maria Dismondy author, former teacher, now publisher at Cardinal Press. She shares the importance of teaching social emotional learning in the classroom, why technology has changed conversation, and her favorite book coming out in 2020. You can find Maria here: Instagram @mariadismondybooks www.mariadismondy.com

Born To Write - Helping Authors Achieve Success
Maria Dismondy From School House to Publishing House

Born To Write - Helping Authors Achieve Success

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2020 33:38


Maria Dismondy is an author, publisher, and speaker. She writes books that encourage and inspire people. She also publishes picture books and is the Founder and CEO of Cardinal Rule Press. Today, she talks about her writing process, publishing, and distribution process.    What We Discuss with Maria Dismondy: How she transitioned from teaching to writing children's books The first few steps she took to get her book done What got her to create her own publishing company Strategies for successfully launching your book What they do as a traditional publisher and their criteria for writers  The distribution process About her book Sunny Side Upbringing and her writing process The struggle of traditional publishers due to the rise of indie presses Timeline from pre-launch phase to the release of your book Things you also need to understand about traditional publishers Maria’s advice to reluctant authors Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

The Boss Mom Podcast - Business Strategy - Work / Life Balance - -Digital Marketing - Content Strategy

The term ‘Mastermind’ is used fairly often in the business world, but many entrepreneurs still aren’t sure what joining one of these groups entails. What is a Mastermind, and how can we use them to benefit our businesses? Why is it necessary for Mastermind members to challenge each other? How can we offer different viewpoints without offending other members in the process? On this episode, owner of the Speech and Language Kids website, Carrie Clark, and founder and CEO of Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy, discuss what makes Masterminds so beneficial to business owners.  A good Mastermind is a group that helps you whittle down options. -Dana Malstaff   3 Things We Learned From This Episode Use Masterminds to challenge ideas (10:48 - 11:49)Masterminds are the ideal space for ideas to be shared and challenged. We should be using our groups to help each other brainstorm our ideas in different ways. The benefit of this kind of input is ultimately creating a more thought-out product.  Take advantage of the different viewpoints in Masterminds (15:25 - 16:22)Having a tight-knit Mastermind with different views allows us to narrow down ideas and options more easily. This is an important step, because it stops us from becoming overwhelmed by all the suggestions we get from like-minded people outside our groups.  Maintain mutual respect for all Mastermind members (20:41 - 21:51)For Masterminds to be effective, we have to have a mutual respect for everyone in our groups. This respect makes it easier to challenge one another, without running the risk of offending anyone on a personal level.   Guest Bio-  Carrie Clark is a speech-language pathologist and the founder of the Speech and Language Kids website. She is passionate about helping children through speech-language pathology, and has extensive experience in the field, having worked at the Columbia Public Schools in Columbia, Missouri, and later opening a private practice.    To find out more about Carrie, visit  https://www.speechandlanguagekids.com/about-us/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-clark-74210054 https://www.instagram.com/slpsolution/ https://www.facebook.com/theslpsolution/ Maria Dismondy is the founder and CEO of Cardinal Rule Press. She is also an author and speaker. Maria is the creator of the Empowering Kids with Character mini-podcast, a movement that aims to nurture character development in children through education.   To find out more about Maria, visit https://mariadismondy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mariadismondybooks/ https://www.facebook.com/mariadismondy https://www.youtube.com/user/mariadismondy https://twitter.com/mariadismondy https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariadismondy

Life Smart x Carrie Dorr
Maria Dismondy: Chatting with Children’s Author Maria Dismondy

Life Smart x Carrie Dorr

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 10:28


Maria Dismondy is an author, publisher and speaker dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children through children's literature.  She is the author of eight award-winning children's books, including bestsellers on amazon. Ms Dismondy is a dynamic speaker on a number of empowering topics such as bullying, building character and reading and writing for young authors. She also publishes picture books as the founder and CEO of Cardinal Rule Press. Maria talks with Carrie about why she began writing Children’s Books, starting her own Publishing Company and some of her favorite things.

Become a Media Maven
From Teacher to Children's Book Publisher with Maria Dismondy - 56

Become a Media Maven

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2019 38:37


I just love Maria Dismondy’s story of working as a full-time teacher to becoming a successful children’s book author to launching her own publishing company. In this podcast episode, she talks about traditional publishing vs. self-publishing. She started as a self publisher but has since turned traditional. Today, she runs Cardinal Rule Press producing children’s picture books. If you want to get your children’s book published by her company, she talks about how you can do it in this episode. Some resources mentioned in this episode: Publisher’s Weekly MariaDismondy.com CardinalRulePress.com PitchPublicityProfit.com Please subscribe to this podcast and leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and I read each one. For more on the episode, click here to download it and listen!

Accelerate Your Business Growth
Working with Influencers to Gain Visibility

Accelerate Your Business Growth

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2019 47:00


Wondering how to grow your business by connection and collaboration? Tune in to hear what Maria Dismondy has to share about working with influencers in your market. Award-winning author and founder of the publishing company, Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy inspires and educates others in the book industry. When Maria isn’t working, she can be found embarking on adventures throughout southeast Michigan and beyond, where she lives with her husband and three book-loving children. Today's show is sponsored by Audible.com and Gusto. Audible.com is a leading provider of spoken audio entertainment and information. Listen to audiobooks whenever and wherever you want. Get a free book when you sign up for a 30-day free trial at audibletrial.com/businessgrowth. Gusto offers modern, easy payroll to benefits to small businesses across the country. They were even named best online payroll by PCMag. As a listener, you’ll get three months free when you run your first payroll. Sign up and give it a try at Gusto.com/accelerate. That’s gusto.com/accelerate

Whiskey & Work Podcast
#69 7-Figure Children's Book Author Shares Her Story: From Bullying To Love With Maria Dismondy

Whiskey & Work Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2019 48:14


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Language During Mealtime
Interview with Maria Dismondy, Children's Book Author, Speaker and CEO Cardinal Rule Press

Language During Mealtime

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2019 22:01


Today I will be interviewing Maria Dismondy children’s book author, speaker and CEO of Cardinal Rule Press. I have had the pleasure of learning from Maria as my mentor when my children’s books were released last year. Maria has penned ten books featuring topics ranging from anti-bullying to overcoming adversity to handling friendship trials and tribulations and beyond. Her books are read in classrooms and homes around the world. Maria is dedicated to empowering children, educators and parents through public speaking engagements across the United States. Maria is the founder & CEO of Cardinal Rule Press, a traditional publishing house producing high-quality children’s literature that focuses on realistic fiction picture books that make a difference while reflecting modern-day diversity. Don’t forget to check out Maria’s website at mariadismondy.com

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
Online Fundraising, Founder Dating, Hiring Professionals, and More in Process Hacker News

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2019 3:45


Online Fundraising, Founder Dating, Hiring Professionals, and More in Process Hacker News Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got online fundraising, founder dating, hiring professionals, and more. For all the links, check out the show notes at https://www.hacktheprocess.com/online-fundraising-founder-dating-hiring-professionals-and-more-in-process-hacker-news/. Enjoy! Events The Resource Alliance has announced Ann Mei Chang as a keynote speaker at Fundraising Online 2019, a free virtual conference from June 12 to 13 that will focus on digital fundraising, engagement, and emerging tech trends. Media What qualities are emerging leaders missing? Ron Carucci shares his thoughts on the Growth Mindset University Podcast. On the Leadership from the Core Podcast, Ashley Goodall separates fact from fiction about conventional leadership ideas. Dr. Anna Lembke sits down with Lisa Dale Miller on the Groundless Ground Podcast to expose the truth about the inadequacy of modern psychiatric treatment, opioid overprescribing, and ineffective chronic pain treatment. Writing Founder dating helps potential co-founders find each other and determining whether they are a good fit before creating a startup together. Ricky Yean shares a few founder dating rituals which might help you find your perfect co-founder match. If you’re wondering what podcasting equipment to try, check out this post from Alex Cespedes, in which he shares the tools he uses to record his show, Or So I Thought. While you’re there, sign up for his new weekly newsletter featuring eight things worth sharing. On the basis of a survey taken last March, Rich Mironov has put together a new blog post to answering the questions product leaders ask about their careers. In running a business, when should we do it ourselves and when should we hire help? In a new blog post, Mark Silver suggests two areas where we might be better off putting ourselves in the hands of professionals. Drawing on his experiences a professor, Daniel Coffeen shares a story about his personal experiences dealing with the fear and loathing of academia and its harsh reality. Recommended Resources The Boss Mom Workshop, a seven-hour intensive workshop centered on business and launching programs, is coming to Baltimore, Maryland on July 18. Boss Mom Dana Malstaff, who is followed by Maria Dismondy, will be leading the workshop. Improve your website’s conversion rate with Paul Boag’s one-day London workshop on September 10. Curtis McHale is a fan of Paul Boag’s show, Boagworld. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
Big Thoughts, Inspiring Acts, Social Proof, and More in Process Hacker News

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2019 4:47


Big Thoughts, Inspiring Acts, Social Proof, and More in Process Hacker News Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got big thoughts, inspiring acts, social proof, and more. For all the links, check out the show notes at https://www.hacktheprocess.com/big-thoughts-inspiring-acts-social-proof-and-more-in-process-hacker-news/. Enjoy! Events The Women’s Foreign Policy Group, together with CulturalVistas, is featuring Ann Mei Chang on May 2 in New York for their Author Series to enlighten the audience about accelerating impact with social innovation. On May 4 in New York, you’ll find Sasha Ariel Alston presenting a workshop at the CS Teachers Conference – For Teachers By Teachers, an event that promotes unity among teachers in NYC. Empower yourself through voice expression! Join Mike Massy in Beirut, Lebanon for the Voice Matters Workshop, a six-day program for voice coaching and self-healing from May 6 to 8 and May 13 to 15. Media Our latest Hack the Process guest, Safi Bahcall paid a visit to The Tim Ferriss Show to explore the topic of thinking big and share the ideas found in his newly-published book, Loonshots. What are the benefits of coworking? Tune in to this interview with Anne Driscoll and Chris Schultz on the Marketer of the Day Podcast to find out what they have to share. Chris also recently published an informative post on Medium about Opportunity Zones legislation and how the tax incentives affect small businesses. The late rapper and activist Nipsey Hussle inspired many folks, including Nicaila Matthews-Okome who shares her journey in the first quarter of 2019 and quotes Nipsey in her latest podcast episode: The Highest Human Act is to Inspire. Writing Social proof is a psychological phenomenon which encourages people to copy the actions of others. Tom Corson-Knowles teaches how, by using social proof in marketing, you can grow your business, and he breaks down the types of social proof in his latest blog post. Are you in need of a few business books to spark that lightbulb moment and drive you into action? Alistair Clay lists 47 of the best small business marketing books so far for 2019. Recommended Resources The Boss-Free Virtual Summit is an eight-day online gathering of some of the finest coaches, entrepreneurs, and authors coming from a variety of industries, starting on April 30. Some of the participants will be Jeff Goins, Pamela Slim, Aaron Walker, Dorie Clark, John Lee Dumas, and Natalie Eckdahl. These speakers were all referenced by previous Hack the Process guests, including Curtis McHale, Pace Smith, Engel Jones, Nicole Holland, Ron Carucci, Tom Morkes, Nicaila Matthews-Okome, and Maria Dismondy. The proposed changes to Medicare Part D will likely take away valuable medications required by Americans living with HIV. Join forces with Tez Anderson, mentioned by Frank Strona in his campaign to protect this program and the health of folks affected by HIV. If you can’t join author Julia Cameron live for one of her in-person writing workshops, you’ll be glad to know that Julia has introduced The Right to Write Video Course. Heather Chauvin, Loic Le Meur, and Jay Wong are all fans of Julia’s books. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
Politics, Perks, Panic, and More in Process Hacker News from Hack the Process Podcast

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2019 4:11


Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got politics, perks, panic, and more. For all the links, check out the show notes at https://www.hacktheprocess.com/politics-perks-panic-and-more-in-process-hacker-news/. Enjoy! Events There’s still time to register for The Art of Leadership for Women in Calgary, Canada on April 4, which brings together influential female authors and executives from all over the world to speak, including Tiffani Bova. Media After rebranding Truly Social to Truly, Tara Hunt has now renamed her podcast “Anatomy of a Strategy.” The relaunch kicks off with a new episode in which Tara and Carlos Pacheco tackle the topic of marketing tactics versus strategy. Parents and teachers, get tips and inspiration on how to teach children positive character by subscribing to Empowering Kids with Character, a new podcast from Maria Dismondy. In a courageous twist on a familiar coaching trope, Kate Swoboda turns around the conventional advice and encourages us to embrace our inner critic in her new podcast episode. Hear all about member-owned e-commerce cooperatives from Barth Getto as he guests on the In The Trenches podcast, with host (and fellow Hack the Process guest) Tom Morkes. A new episode of Daniel Coffeen’s podcast is now up, presenting an essay in which he discusses the creating a political platform of the ecstatic. Writing Besides being the author of the award-winning book, Shackled, find out more about Adam Siddiq in a featured interview on VoyageLA. A video of a group of marines trying to survive a helicopter crash inspired Alex Hillman to share a few suggestions on how to survive panic in business and life. Check out this compilation of Black women podcasts for 2019 from Black Enterprise, including Side Hustle Pro by Nicaila Matthews-Okome. Launch Pad’s Memphis branch is throwing a party to celebrate its six-month anniversary. In an interview with the Daily Memphian, Anne Driscoll, Chris Schultz, and other members of the team explain the benefits of coworking for their members. Recommended Resources In a recent TEDx video, Mitchell Levy, who was mentioned by Kimberly Wiefling, presents his ideas on BEing seen and BEing heard, and compares social interactions from the past to the present age. Deepak Chopra is the latest guest on Oprah’s Super Soul Conversations podcast, where he talks about life lessons, Indian culture, and creating harmony. Luis Congdon is one of the folks who was influenced by Deepak’s work. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
Red Flags, Early Mornings, Dubious Devices, and More in Process Hacker News

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2019 4:17


Red Flags, Early Mornings, Dubious Devices, and More Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got red flags, early mornings, dubious devices, and more. For all the links, check out the show notes at http://www.hacktheprocess.com/red-flags-early-mornings-dubious-devices-and-more-in-process-hacker-news/. Enjoy! Events Heather Chauvin is bringing a One-Day Women’s Leadership Mastermind to Ontario, Canada on February 22 to help women step up, be empowered, and learn to lead. Media On the Badasses in Tech Podcast, Sasha Ariel Alston shows up to talk about how she began in tech. Her book, Sasha Savvy Loves to Code, was also called out by Ladies Love STEM as one of five inspirational children’s books. You can automate your schedule and manage your appointments with Acuity Scheduling, as explained by the founder, Gavin Zuchlinski on The Nicole Holland Show. Every one of us has experienced fear of failure at one point in life. Kate Swoboda wants to help you have more courage and get unstuck from this fear in her newest podcast episode. Most entrepreneurs say that getting up early is the key to productivity, but is it really? You can find out what Omar Zenhom thinks about it on The $100MBA Show. In Curtis McHale’s most recent vlog, he asks you to check and see if your priorities match your actions. Listen and discover if you’re spending enough time on the things you set out to do. Writing Meet Awaken’s 2018 Inclusion Award Winners, announced this week by Awaken CEO and co-founder Michelle Kim. Congratulations! Our privacy may be at risk with smart home devices, but we can’t seem to let go of the convenience of having them. Tara Hunt shares her opinion on why it’s important not to trust these smart devices blindly. RightMessage, co-founded by Brennan Dunn is one of the recommendations on Pat Flynn’s list of tools for email marketing. As a freelancer, choosing clients can be tricky. Avoid problems by taking note of these red flag phrases bad clients might use spelled out by Ryan Waggoner. Recommended Resources Rick Hanson and Daniel Rechtschaffen, two resources mentioned by Andrew Nance, are both joining Educating Mindful Minds from April 19 to 21 in New York, where mindfulness will be discussed in the management of stress, anxiety, and mental health issues. Social media experts and leaders will be gathering in San Diego at Social Media Marketing World from March 20 to 22. Boss Mom Dana Malstaff, recommended by Maria Dismondy, will take part to discuss how to create a sustainable community using Facebook groups. The Dynamic Lifestyle Podcast features Jay Samit, whom Pam Wasley mentioned. On the show, Jay chats with the hosts about being innovative and avoiding job disruption. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
Meditating Moms, Real Resolutions, Viral Video, and More in Process Hacker News

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2019 4:14


Meditating Moms, Real Resolutions, Viral Video, and More Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got meditating moms, real resolutions, viral video, and more. For all the links, check out the show notes at http://www.hacktheprocess.com/meditating-moms-real-resolutions-viral-video-and-more-in-process-hacker-news/. Enjoy! Media What exactly is a side hustle? Nicaila Matthews-Okome is featured on The Way We Work, where she tells you what the side hustle revolution is all about. Paula Jenkins also had a side hustle: growing a business while working a nine to five job. Listen to her experiences and reflections in her latest solo episode on Jumpstart Your Joy. Heather Chauvin practices meditation, and it has done wonders for her as a mother and entrepreneur, which is why in her new Mom is in Control episode, she shares the power of meditation, how to make time, and how to do it effectively. If you haven’t heard of emotional intelligence and how it can work for you, tune in to Tiffani Bova’s latest episode of What’s Next Podcast, in which she discusses leadership, marketing, and EQ with Author Justin Bariso. Writing New Year’s resolutions don’t work! In her latest blog post, Maria Dismondy encourages you to settle for solid goals instead. Want to get yourself noticed and get booked for various events as a speaker. Read some of Frank Strona’s tips. What’s Influencer Marketing and how do you take advantage of it? Alistair Clay defines it for you. LeadFuze, co-founded by Justin McGill, posted a blog entry comparing popular sales data platforms LinkedIn Sales Navigator and LeadFuze. Recommended Resources Ken Block is a co-founder of DC Shoes and a pro rally driver who recently went on The Tim Ferriss Show to talk about the art of marketing with his viral Gymkhana videos. Tim is a big influencer who made a strong impression on some Hack the Process guests including Carter Thomas, Michelle Kim, Omar Zenhom, Alex Cespedes, Vinay Patankar, and Malek Banoun. In June, New York Times bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert is releasing a new novel, City of Girls, and she’ll also be attending the Vacation Rental Women’s Summit in New Orleans from February 19 to 20 to address issues that women face in the vacation rental industry. Elizabeth’s books were a source of inspiration for Tara Byrne and Jenny Feinberg. Are you interested in gene editing? Technology? Physics? Nuclear fusion? If yes, then you might be one of the one hundred twenty people that YC 120 is looking for. Apply to join the community and you’ll get to join a weekend conference in Colorado from April 26 to 28 with free lodging, food, and flights from anywhere in the world. Both Ankit Shah and Ricky Yean mentioned Paul Graham, who co-founded the seed accelerator, Y Combinator.

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
Women’s Lit, Men’s Empowerment, Mindful Kids, and More in Process Hacker News

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2019 4:09


Women’s Lit, Men’s Empowerment, Mindful Kids, and More in Process Hacker News Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got women’s lit, men’s empowerment, mindful kids, and more. For all the links, check out the show notes at http://www.hacktheprocess.com/womens-lit-mens-empowerment-mindful-kids-and-more-in-process-hacker-news/. Enjoy! Events From March 1 to 3, Wisdom 2.0 will be gathering the country’s practitioners of mindfulness in San Francisco, including Rhonda Magee. In an article on Mindful, you can also read about Rhonda and nine other powerful women in the field of mindfulness today. The very first Mindful Kids Peace Summit aims to help kids, parents, and educators explore mindfulness as a tool to help youth with depression, violence, bullying, or other negative issues. It can be seen online from February 11 to 15, and Andrew Nance will share the stage with other leaders in mindfulness. Discover the attitude to achieve success by joining Kesha Moore’s webinar, Entrepreneurial Success Mindset, which goes live on January 30. The Elevation Effect, is a men’s empowerment weekend program led by JuVan Langford. Check out their upcoming schedule in a city near you. Media Pitch Anything CEO Oren Klaff gets the spotlight on the Thriving Launch Podcast with Luis Congdon, where he gives some great ideas about sales closing techniques. Writing The twenty-third issue of Change Creator Magazine features Ann Mei Chang and Eric Ries, discussing their work on lean radical change and social impact. Check out this blog post to learn how to use Process Street, co-founded by Vinay Patankar, to streamline your Amazon business. Need some ideas to increase visits to your webpage? Hack the Process guest Jon Dykstra’s got 23 things to consider in his latest blog post! As part of Maria Dismondy’s Author Interview Series, she sits down to chat with Laura Lee, designer and author of the children’s book Cat Eyes, who shares about her designing and writing experience. Recommended Resources An Evening with Gloria Steinem: More Outrageous Acts and Everyday Rebellions will be held at The Castro Theater in San Francisco on February 21 as part of the Women Lit Speaker Series. Featured speaker, Gloria Steinem, was a major influence in Jenny Feinberg’s life. Some leaders in the mindfulness field are gathering at the Marriott Hotel in Marina Del Rey, California from April 26 to 28, for Timeless Wisdom, Timely Action, including Jon Kabat-Zinn, who was recommended by Lisa Dale Miller, Bill Duane, and Rhonda Magee, and Jack Kornfield, recommended by Loic Le Meur. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

If You Give A Ric A Podcast Podcast
All Aboard With Captain Weird Beard!

If You Give A Ric A Podcast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2019 12:28


Join Ric and his older brother Rece as they travel the world through a new children’s book every week! This week, Ric learns that it's okay to be jealous, but it's never okay to be a bully! Plus, sail the seven seas with a salty crew headed up by the enchanting Captain Weird Beard! Make sure you grab your copy of Pink Tiara Cookies for Three to be able to see the illustrations that go along with this week's book reading! In season one, Ric and Rece are joined by children’s author Maria Dismondy as they journey through six of her wildly popular books, published by Cardinal Rule Press.  Like the series? Help us out by rating the podcast and sharing with your friends! 

If You Give A Ric A Podcast Podcast
Adventures in Kindness and Space

If You Give A Ric A Podcast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2019 12:07


Join Ric and his older brother Rece as they travel the world through a new children’s book every week! This week, Ric learns that sometimes all it takes to make a friend is sharing a sandwich! Plus, meet an alien and space captain who take on just what kindness really means. Want to read alongside The Jelly Doughnut Difference? Order a copy on Amazon today to help discover the secret to kindness! In season one, Ric and Rece are joined by children’s author Maria Dismondy as they journey through six of her wildly popular books, published by Cardinal Rule Press.  Like the series? Help us out by rating the podcast and sharing with your friends! 

If You Give A Ric A Podcast Podcast
Superheros Wear Their Underwear On The Outside

If You Give A Ric A Podcast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2018 12:15


Join Ric and his older brother Rece as they travel the world through a new children’s book every week! This week, Ric puts on his spandex and becomes a super hero! Plus, with a copy of Spaghetti In A Hotdog Bun, you can explore what it means to be different and how that's good! In season one, Ric and Rece are joined by children’s author Maria Dismondy as they journey through six of her wildly popular books, published by Cardinal Rule Press.  Like the series? Help us out by rating the podcast and sharing with your friends! 

If You Give A Ric A Podcast Podcast
Swing For The Fences!

If You Give A Ric A Podcast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2018 11:26


Join Ric and his older brother Rece as they travel the world through a new children’s book every week! This week, the boys head to a baseball game and discover what it takes to it's like to see things from another person's place! Plus, read along as Ric explores The Potato Chip Champ, a book all about empathy and friendship.  In season one, Ric and Rece are joined by children’s author Maria Dismondy as they journey through six of her wildly popular books, published by Cardinal Rule Press.  Like the series? Help us out by rating the podcast and sharing with your friends! 

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
2018-12-04 Process Hacker News

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2018 4:11


Holiday Mentors, Profitable Podcasts, Trauma Therapy, and More Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got holiday mentors, profitable podcasts, trauma therapy, and more. For all the links, check out the show notes at http://www.hacktheprocess.com/2018-12-04-process-hacker-news-holiday-mentors-profitable-podcasts-trauma-therapy-and-more/. Enjoy! Events Why not eat, drink, be merry, and get mentored by design experts this season? Cascade SF, founded by Andi Galpern, is bringing you Holiday Mentor Night on December 11 in San Francisco. If you missed out on Finish Up Weekend last September, here’s another chance to join! Alex Hillman invites you to get on the list while it’s early and enjoy a weekend of productivity from January 25 to 27 at Indy Hall in Philadelphia. Courses Become a certified coach through Courageous Living Coach Certification, a training program created by Kate Swoboda. Registration for 2019 trainees is open until December 10. Media The National Business Book Awards official podcast, Curating the Business Conversation, recently kicked off their first episode, which features Jennifer Riel discussing integrative thinking as described in her book, Creating Great Choices. Entrepreneur and podcaster Jordan Harbinger joins Tom Morkes on the In the Trenches Podcast to share some of his secrets about starting and growing a profitable podcast. Seth Godin was also a recent guest on Tom’s show. Jessica Spaulding of Harlem Chocolate Factory shares her ups and downs as an entrepreneur on the Side Hustle Pro podcast, hosted by Nicaila Matthews-Okome. Writing Have you heard that Tara Hunt is dropping the word “Social” from the Truly Social brand? Read her newest LinkedIn post to learn why. Christine Henderson just published this interview with Maria Dismondy, in which Maria shares her background, her writing journey, and her approach to social media management. Recommended Resources On The Trauma Therapist with Guy Macpherson, who was recommended by Lisa Dale Miller, Trauma Consultant Margi Bennett speaks about human rights and trauma advocacy. Kimberly Bryant, one of Michelle Kim’s influences, shares her background, the foundation, and the mission of Black Girls Code in an article on Success. The Healing Power of Mindfulness, the third installment of the Coming to Our Senses series by Jon Kabat-Zinn, is now out. Jon is a prominent figure in the mindfulness community who has touched the lives of many practitioners, such as Bill Duane, Rhonda Magee, and Lisa Dale Miller. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

If You Give A Ric A Podcast Podcast
The Recipe For Friendship

If You Give A Ric A Podcast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2018 9:31


Join Ric and his older brother Rece as they travel the world through a new children’s book every week! This week, the boys learn what it takes to be a good friend, and read Fruit Salad Friend, a book all about learning to be the best friend you can be.  In season one, Ric and Rece are joined by children’s author Maria Dismondy as they journey through six of her wildly popular books, published by Cardinal Rule Press.  Like the series? Help us out by rating the podcast and sharing with your friends! 

Sincerely Satisfied
Ep. 23 - Kindness

Sincerely Satisfied

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2018 10:23


Books mentioned: "Kindness" by Kimberley Jane Pryor "I Walk with Vanessa: A Story about a Simple Act of Kindness" by Kersacoet "Step Right Up: How Doc and Jim Key Taught the World about Kindness" by Donna Janell Bowman "Kindness is Magic" by Dubravka Kolanović "The Potato Chip Champ" by Maria Dismondy "Paulie Pastrami Achieves World Peace" by James Proimos

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
2018-10-23 Process Hacker News

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2018 3:45


Magic Moments, Odd Jobs, Writing Tools, and More Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got magic moments, odd jobs, writing tools, and more. For all the links, check out the show notes at http://www.hacktheprocess.com/2018-10-23-process-hacker-news-magic-moments-odd-jobs-writing-tools-and-more/ Enjoy! Listen to the podcast: Or watch the video: Enjoy! Events In a Liminal Space may be able to help you Find Your Calling through an all-day self-discovery workshop led by Jon de Waal on October 27 in Washington. Take control of your schedule and your life with Heather Chauvin’s very first Time and Energy Intensive online class, which will go live on November 9. Magic Moments: Amazing Customer Experiences is a conference that centers on customer experience. It’s happening from November 7 to 8 in San Francisco, and Tiffani Bova will be one of several speakers in the sales and customer support field. Media We’ve all had our fair share of working odd jobs, and Alex Cespedes shares his wide ranging experiences on The Odd Jobs Podcast. Paula Scatoloni is a psychotherapist who uses the Embodied Recovery training program to treat eating disorders. Learn more about her methods on the Groundless Ground Podcast with Lisa Dale Miller. Listen to Omar Zenhom discuss how to get a good return on investment through long-term Facebook marketing in the newest $100 MBA episode. Writing Thinking about creating a picture book in the children’s realistic fiction genre? Starting November 1, you can begin submitting them to Cardinal Rule Press, founded by Maria Dismondy. Check out their website for more details! Did you know you can actually use free Facebook groups to generate sales and leads? Luis Congdon reveals how in his article for Entrepreneur. Are you searching for the best novel-writing software? Tom Corson-Knowles has put together a list just for you! Recommended Resources From November 8 to 10, the Catalyst 88 team led by Steve Simonson, will be gathering entrepreneurs for a mastermind at the Motif Seattle hotel. Steve was recommended by Barth Getto. On November 7 at Stanford University in California, Cheri Huber, who was mentioned during Mike Massy‘s and Kate Swoboda‘s episodes of Hack the Process, will be leading a class in Recording and Listening: Focusing Attention to Live Authentically. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
2018-10-09 Process Hacker News from Hack the Process Podcast

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2018 4:05


Fractional Vegetarians, Catalytic Mechanisms, Politically Active Moms, and More Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got fractional vegetarians, catalytic mechanisms, politically active moms, and more. For all the links, check out the show notes at http://www.hacktheprocess.com/2018-10-09-process-hacker-news-fractional-vegetarians-catalytic-mechanisms-politically-active-moms-and-more/ Enjoy! Events How to Be Successful Without Hurting Men’s Feelings is the title of the upcoming book from Sarah Cooper. It will be out this month, and she’s throwing a party! Come to the book launch in New York on October 30! Learn the concept of Catalytic Mechanisms and turn goals into results with Kimberly Wiefling on November 20 in Santa Clara, California. Be a more compassionate and mindful leader! Join the 5th Annual Mindfulness Leadership Summit which highlights some prominent speakers including Bill Duane. The event runs from November 1 to 4 in Washington, D.C. Media The Shade Room is a media company that supports black culture and has a huge following on Instagram. Listen in as founder Angelica Nwandu chats with Nicaila Matthews-Okome on Side Hustle Pro. The newest episode of The Dervish and the Mermaid with Kyeli and Pace Smith deals with being vegetarian, and how no one takes you seriously if you’re not doing it 100 percent. Grow and gain muscle. Malek Banoun teaches you how to do it in three steps on The Coach Malek Show. On the Get Out of Your Comfort Zone Podcast, Ron Carucci reveals how he rises to the occasion when he needs to step out of his comfort zone and how he helps others do the same in business. Writing Frank Strona shares his appreciation for an article by Stephen Lucas about being a big gay man and discussing some of the ways that size matters. After months on hiatus, Loic Le Meur is back on his feet, sharing what he’s been up to lately, and he invites you to sign up for the Leade.rs Newsletter for more updates to come. In these turbulent political times, Maria Dismondy just announced that she is a contributing author for an upcoming book, The Lose the Cape Mom’s Guide to Getting Socially and Politically Active, which comes out this October! Recommended Resources Expect Seth Godin’s new book, This Is Marketing: You Can’t Be Seen Until You Learn to See to hit the shelves on November 13! Some fans of Seth’s work are Tara Byrne, Alex Cespedes, and Tiffani Bova. Is being a highly-paid employee worth it? See what Robert Kiyosaki has to say about choosing employment over being the founder of your own company. Robert was a huge influence on JuVan Langford. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

Pass The 40
Maria Dismondy

Pass The 40

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2018 36:28


5 Facts About Maria Dismondy, by Maria Dismondy:   Children's Author   Living With Passion   Celebrate The Ordinary   No Five Year Plan   I Dreamed Of Being A Teacher ___________________ Prefer to watch instead of listen?  We're on YouTube!!

The Prolific Creator
TPW 069: Maria Dismondy on Choosing the Right Publishing Path

The Prolific Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2018 55:01


Nationally recognized author Maria Dismondy is dedicated to inspiring and empowering children. She has authored seven children's books, made more than 400 speaking appearances, and is a presenter and publisher. Maria holds an M.A. in education, and served as an elementary school teacher and reading interventionist for ten years before transitioning into her current role as author, blogger and professional speaker. Ryan and Maria explore the uniqueness of writing children's books, thinking like a publisher, and much more. Maria lives in southeast Michigan with her husband, Dave, and their three children. You can reach Maria at: maria@mariadismondy.com or www.mariadismondy.com. Mentioned Resources: Want to get published? RockHousePublishing.com. Cardinal Rule Press https://cardinalrulepress.com/ Sponsor: subculturecorsets.com Get 10% off "theprolificwriter"  Secrets of the Ambassadors by J.B. Ryan

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
2018-06-12 - Process Hacker News from Hack the Process Podcast

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2018 4:51


Hosting Teas, Urgent Sales, Thriving Creatives, and more in Process Hacker News from Hack the Process Podcast Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got hosting teas, urgent sales, thriving creatives, and more. Enjoy! Events Tea with Strangers, founded by Ankit Shah, is hosting several events this month! See if anyone is hosting a tea time in your area, and make some new friends. From September 20 to 21, the Agile Greece Summit 2018 will feature some great speakers, and Rich Mironov will take part to speak about the need for user validation. You can listen to George Mumford, Rose Pavlov, and Rhonda Magee explain mindfulness for social justice at a three-day conference of contemplation and compassion from October 5 to 7 at the Garrison Institute. Books The cover of Sarah Cooper’s upcoming book, How to be Successful without Hurting Men’s Feelings, has been revealed, and the book is now available for preorder! Media Season 2 of the Double Your Freelancing Podcast is out! In the newest episode, you’ll hear host Brennan Dunn chatting with Dustin Robertson, the CMO of Drip Automation Software. Listen to what Curtis McHale thinks of Dan Zadra’s book, Where Will You Be Five Years from Today?, on his book review podcast, Should I Read It. Side Hustle Pro just released an interview with author, speaker, and Essence Senior Editor Charreah Jackson, in which host Nicaila Matthews Okome chats with Charreah about her new book, her side hustles, and more. In the newest episode of In the Trenches, Tom Morkes welcomes Deadline Funnel CEO Jack Born, and they get into the topic of increasing sales by using scarcity and urgency. Writing Find out the research process used by LinkedIn’s Sunny Patel in this article from Andi Galpern. The most recent Hack the Process guest, Jennifer Riel got asked ten questions in an interview with Kurt Manwaring of From the Desk. Recommended Resources An event for women leaders is taking place in Irvine, California. You can now register for BizChix 2018 Live: Leadership for Women Entrepreneurs happening in November, which will be led by its CEO, Natalie Eckdahl, one of the influences mentioned by Maria Dismondy. If you’re in New York City on June 20, catch Jeff Goins, an author and speaker recommended by Curtis McHale, as he talks about his book, Real Artists Don’t Starve: Timeless Strategies for Thriving in the New Creative Age. If you’ve got a tough job, but you want to succeed in high-stress situations, tune in to this new podcast episode by Tim Ferriss, who has a number of followers among Hack the Process guests, including Michelle Kim, Omar Zenhom, and Alex Cespedes. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
2018-04-10 Process Hacker News from Hack the Process Podcast

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2018 4:36


Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got joyful insects, fearless beauty, conscious parenting, and more. Enjoy! For all the links, check out the show notes: http://www.hacktheprocess.com/process-hacker-news-for-april-10-2018/ Events On April 14, Ron Lichty will be interviewed by Marcus Blankenship, where Ron will speak about the manager’s role in Agile. You can also register for Intro to Agile: Managing Teams for Faster Productivity which will be led by Ron on April 30 in Seattle. Media Mark Silver reflects on Passover, liberation, and tight places in a recent video he published. Beauty shouldn’t compromise safety, and Sidehustle Pro guest Melissa Butler proves that with her product line, The Lip Bar. Host Nicaila Matthews interviews Melissa about her cosmetic journey from the kitchen sink to Target shelves. Parents and teachers, teach your kids the value of empathy through active listening. Maria Dismondy has some good tips for you. Building a business and giving up employment seems to be everyone’s goal, but Adam Warner co-founded FooPlugins and still went out to get a job. Curtis McHale chats with Adam about living the dream while being employed on The Smart Business Show. Everyone would love to learn the secrets behind juggling a 9-5 while building a business on the side. Omar Zenhom reveals the steps he recommends bon the $100MBA Show. Don’t you wonder why ants are so determined? Paula Jenkins talks about her observations on how ants practice joy every day on the Jumpstart Your Joy Podcast. On the Business Owner’s Freedom Formula Podcast, Pam Wasley shares her knowledge about starting, scaling and selling a business. Writing Process Street, a process checklist tool founded by Vinay Patankar, was used in a case study with Megaventory. If you’re interested in advanced supplier management, read on! Marketing automation sequences can help you keep in touch with your clients. Josh Haynam, founder of the quiz builder, Interact, writes about this topic. Recommended Resources Parents are invited to register for two programs led by Dr. Shefali Tsabary, A Deep Dive into Conscious Parenting from April 20 to 22 and Silent and Guided Meditation Retreat from April 22 to 25. Heather Chauvin follows the work of Dr. Shefali. On Book Marketing Mentors, Author Jeff Goins, recommended by Curtis McHale, shares how to use the best of Michaelangelo’s top entrepreneurial skills. Jeff is also joining the speaker line-up of The Thing, a workshop that helps you make your ideas into reality, happening in Orlando Florida from May 16 to 20. Wim Hof, mentioned by Tara Byrne, is one individual with mind-blowing accomplishments in the area of personal physical development. There’s a new video which features Wim Hof’s superhuman training by Vishen Lakhiani of Mind Valley, who was recommended by Michelle Dale. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

The Children's Book Podcast
Maria Dismondy

The Children's Book Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2018 58:41


Maria Dismondy is the author of THE FRUIT SALAD FRIEND and founder of Cardinal Rule Press, an independent publishing company. Maria's newest picture book addresses the notion that people are not always kind, but surrounding yourself with friends who are kind and trustworthy can go a long way. It's a story I'd guess Maria has lived a number of times throughout her life. I admire Maria for the work she's done to bring such positive and empowering stories to our young readers, and to do so over years of hard work, research, and assembling a noteworthy team. You can access even more information about this book and its author and illustrator by visiting www.matthewcwinner.com/podcast.

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
2018-03-06 Process Hacker News from Hack the Process Podcast

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2018 4:23


Welcome to the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got imposter syndrome, intermittent fasting, and inspired organizations. Enjoy! For all the links, check out the show notes at http://www.hacktheprocess.com/process-hacker-news-for-march-6-2018/ Media For the second episode of Groundless Ground Podcast, Lisa Dale Miller invited Researcher and Bodymind Science Co-Founder Peter Payne to speak about the clinical use of Qigong. Pam Wasley shares her insights on networks, leadership, and career, and states that nothing is a one-way street on On The Schmooze Podcast. Podcasting has a lot of perks, and gaining visibility and credibility by podcast guesting is highly possible. Nicole Holland gives details about that on the Your Online Genius Podcast. Malek Banoun gets asked by a caller about intermittent fasting. Hear about his experience in the new episode of FIT Sessions Podcast. This week’s winner of Free Ride Friday has been announced on The $100 MBA Show, where Omar Zenhom reveals the most important asset in business, how to develop it, and how to use it effectively. Fundraising Last month Hack the Hood, an organization helping low-income youth of color to enter careers in tech, raised $7,800 with the help of the members of Fund Club. Keep supporting Fund Club, co-founded by Ashe Dryden. Writing Avoid some common mistakes managers make when it comes to diverse teams by following these suggestions by Michelle Kim on Quartz at Work. In a new article written by Julian Hayes, he enumerates a couple of reasons why feeling like an impostor is good for high performers. Publications Kimberly Wiefling’s newest book, Inspired Organizational Cultures: Discover your DNA, Engage Your People, and Design Your Future is now out! Events Encourage positive traits in your kids by watching Empowering Kids with Character from Maria Dismondy. For the month of February, Maria suggested using the February Love Challenge to boost your child’s good character. Recommended Resources Being needy is commonly seen as a negative trait, but on the Being Well Podcast with Dr. Rick Hanson, who was recommended by Andrew Nance, Dr. Rick says that we all have needs, and explains how to get yours met. Cecil Baldwin, a resource mentioned by Alex Cespedes, recently announced that ALL HAIL, Welcome to Night Vale’s live show, is coming to the US and Canada in April. Check out their schedule to know if they’re stopping by your neighborhood. Come meet and greet Elizabeth Gilbert on her Big Magic Tour! Elizabeth’s words as an author inspired Tara Byrne. Thanks for checking out this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. If you liked what you saw, please leave a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking.

Lu and Bean Read Podcast
LBR 048: Finding Good Friends with Author Maria Dismondy

Lu and Bean Read Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2018 18:27


The post LBR 048: Finding Good Friends with Author Maria Dismondy appeared first on Lu and Bean Read.

The Boss Mom Podcast - Business Strategy - Work / Life Balance - -Digital Marketing - Content Strategy
Episode 286: How to Grow Your Business by Building Your Team with Maria Dismondy

The Boss Mom Podcast - Business Strategy - Work / Life Balance - -Digital Marketing - Content Strategy

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2018 37:24


Something I often get questions about is how to grow your team the right way at the right time in order to grow and scale your business. After the last Boss Mom Retreat I received a message from my good friend and author Maria Dismondy who shared that following the retreat, she hired several new team members that she’d met while attending, and was already experiencing growth as a result. So, to explore this idea of refining and growing your business by building your team I invited Maria on today’s episode to share her insights and experience, which I think you’ll find massively helpful. Click HERE to access the show notes for this episode and don't forget to leave us a rating and review if you enjoyed the show today! Want to make sure you never miss an episode? Hit that "subscribe" button in your favorite podcast app and click HERE to join our email family so you'll be notified whenever a new episode is released. Thanks so much for joining us today - we heart your face!

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
2018-01-08 Process Hacker News from Hack the Process Podcast

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2018 3:59


Happy New Year from the Process Hacker News, your weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. This week we’ve got tips on picking small-cap cryptocurrency coins, perspectives on adopting a code of conduct, advice on finally quitting that job or breaking up with that client (you know the one), and more. Enjoy! For all the links, check out the show notes at http://www.hacktheprocess.com/process-hacker-news-for-january-8-2018/ Media It’s a new year, and some of you might be thinking of quitting your jobs as a New Year’s Resolution. Nicaila Matthews tells you what it was like when she did it herself a year ago. Carter Thomas shares five lessons from 2017 that will help create profits for 2018! He also talks a bit about three of his favorite small cap coins in the ever-changing cryptocurrency market. Milestone Truly Social at trulysocial.ca can help you connect to your customers through content, and they’re celebrating their second anniversary. Congratulations, Tara Hunt! Events Just a few days remain until Maria Dismondy will be presenting a webinar on The Art of Setting Your Publishing Goals. Josh Haynam reveals a few secrets in an event: How to Use Quizzes to Generate Leads on January 17. Forbes just recently published an article on Top Web Design Trends In 2018 quoting Josh as well. Writing Breaking up with a client can be tough, but Brennan Dunn has some helpful tips. He’s also in search of a freelancer who would like to add some CSS animations into their new app. Drop him a message! Rich Mironov just posted a blog tackling roadmapping and what your audience usually thinks. Indy Hall has launched their Code of Conduct, and founder Alex Hillman discusses what led to its creation. Recommended Resources Seth Godin writes a short, amusing entry about hiding from the mission. He’s also currently accepting sign-ups for The Marketing Seminar. Alex Cespedes and Tara Byrne are two Hack the Process guests influenced by Seth. Boss Mom founder, Dana Malstaff reveals the number one way to grow and scale a business this year. Dana was recommended by previous Hack the Process guest, Maria Dismondy. The Insanity Check podcast just had Leslie Mac on as a guest. She talks all about breaking the cycle in 2018. Michelle Kim recommended following Leslie. Mind Valley by Vishen Lakhiani has an event coming up: Unlimited Abundance Annual Masterclass featuring Christie Marie Sheldon. Vishen was mentioned by Michelle Dale in her interview.

Lose the Cape! Moms who want to change the world
Teaching our kids to be themselves in a mean world with author Maria Dismondy

Lose the Cape! Moms who want to change the world

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2017 40:00


Maria Dismondy Maria Dismondy is a mom of three who writes and publishes children's books and does virtual speaking in schools. It's #kathrynday2017 Today, as I remember the passing of my sweet infant daughter, Kathryn, 6 years ago, we are happy to give away a copy of Maria's best selling book, Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun AND HaHa Joke Coloring book. Enter below and leave a comment about the kindest thing someone has ever done for you.

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
2017-12-11 Process Hacker News from Hack the Process Podcast

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2017 4:28


For all the links in this episode, check out the show notes at: http://www.hacktheprocess.com/process-hacker-news-for-december-11-2017/ Media Having trouble getting started? Here are 5 Businesses You Can Start Today from the latest $100 MBA episode by Omar Zenhom. From working with motivation guru Tony Robbins to being a host of her own podcast, Amy Porterfield tells In The Trenches podcast host Tom Morkes about her career, social media marketing, and how to build a digital product empire. Listen to social media marketing expert David Schloss as he describes overcoming adversity with Luis Congdon on the Thriving Launch podcast. Wow! Carter Thomas’s Coin Mastery just hit over 60,000 subscribers! In his newest episode the trading value of Bitcoin compared to US dollars is explained as well. Join up to learn more about cryptocurrency trends. Many businesses struggle before they start to do better. Gavin Zuchlinski, reveals why wanted to end Acuity Scheduling before its breakthrough and why he didn’t in an interview on Tribe of Entrepreneurs. Writing Have you ever tried Lucid Dreaming? Leade.rs founder, Loic Le Meur, shares the knowledge he’s gathered from the book Lucid Dreaming: A Concise Guide to Awakening in Your Dreams and in Your Life by Stephen LaBerge. Accidents can be damaging both emotionally and physically, but Frank Strona’s got some tips on what to do after an injury. Simply paying for Unconscious Bias Training for your employees isn’t enough to make it effective. But you can read several recommendations by Diversity and Inclusion Consultant Michelle Kim about how to prevent it from backfiring. Survey Can you spare three minutes of your time to fill in a survey for Upbeat PR, the new startup from Ricky Yean? Besides doing PR for your firm, he might be able to hook you up with a press page too! Recommended Resources The List, a technothriller written by J. A. Konrath, is now free for a limited time only! Tom Corson-Knowles found inspiration in J. A. Konrath’s words. To avoid feeling disappointed by the outcome of what we do, we should measure the process, not the results according to Jeff Goins in his latest motivational podcast episode. Curtis McHale mentioned Jeff on his epissode of Hack the Process. If you’ve never heard of Kolbe Assessment and how it’s used to discover your innate strengths, listen to Natalie Eckdahl’s interview with Andrea MacKenzie of Lead with Harmony. Maria Dismondy spoke highly of Natalie in her own interview here at Hack the Process. Sarah Andersen, creator of Sarah’s Scribbles and recommended by Sarah Cooper, speaks about the power of comics in her interview on NYLA Talks. Note: Process Hacker News will be taking a brief hiatus for the holidays, but will be returning next year. If you want to make sure you don’t miss an issue, along with special items that are exclusive to mailing list members, be sure to sign up and join the Hack the Process community!

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
2017-11-20 Process Hacker News from Hack the Process Podcast

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2017 3:41


Process Hacker News for November 20, 2017 Welcome to the Process Hacker News, a quick weekly roundup of useful news and updates from Process Hackers who have been guests on Hack the Process with M. David Green. For links to anything mentioned in this episode, please check out the show notes, and to join the community and receive expanded updates weekly, sign up for the mailing list at HacktheProcess.com/contact/. For all the links in this episode, take a look at the show notes at http://www.hacktheprocess.com/process-hacker-news-for-november-20-2017/ Events Interested in supporting diversity and inclusion? The last AlterConf SF needs sponsors! Don’t miss out on this conference by Ashe Dryden happening on December 10. Connecting with your audience can be difficult, but cracking a joke isn’t easy either. Maybe you can pick up some tricks from Sarah Cooper by attending her talk in Chicago for the kick-off of Modus World Tour on December 6. Writings You’ve probably heard the phrase “just empty rhetoric,” but have you ever wondered why rhetoric has such a negative reputation? Absorb some of Daniel Coffeen’s thoughts in his most recent blog post. Can you succeed as a Product Manager even though you’re an introvert? Product Management Expert, Rich Mironov has a good answer to that question. Media The most recent Hack the Process guest, Maria Dismondy was also interviewed Katie Davis of The Institute for Writers. Listen in as they talk about support for writers. Fear can hinder anyone, so how do we deal with it? This week Pace Smith and her wife, Kyeli, have a discussion about Futzing Without Fear in The Dervish and the Mermaid podcast. Frustrated with Facebook’s algorithm changes? Tara Hunt just published a new video that will teach you how to survive the ever-evolving Facebook. Tom Corson-Knowles released an interview with Ricci Wolman, Founder & CEO of Written Word Media, where they discuss all about online book marketing strategies When we’re in the middle of running a business, sometimes it’s hard to know what to focus on. If that sounds familiar, tune in to Curtis McHale’s interview with Brent Hammond on managing your energy. Products For those interested in online marketing, Mark Silver is offering a special platform bundle with three home study products and personal feedback. Learn more about the offer by checking out the link. Recommended Resources Tim Ferriss will be at Barnes and Noble on Union Square in New York for the launch of Tribe of Mentors on the 21st of November at 6PM. Tim has been a great influence on a number of Hack the Process guests, including Michelle Kim, Omar Zenhom, Alex Cespedes, Vinay Patankar and Malek Banoun Jay Conrad Levinson is offering early bird tickets to Guerrilla Marketing Global Summit, which will happen from the 3rd to the 5th of May next year. Jay was mentioned as a resource by Nicole Holland. Having values is key, even when it comes to business. Patrick Campbell chats with Kyle Porter on the importance of values-driven growth. Justin McGill named Patrick as one of his resources. Thanks for listening to this Process Hacker News update from Hack the Process. Go to hacktheprocess.com for links and details, or to sign up for the mailing list for expanded updates. And please leave a rating in iTunes, and a comment to let us know what processes you’re hacking. This has been M. David Green for Hack the Process.

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans
54 - Maria Dismondy Shows How to Write, Publish, and Build a Business as a Mom on Hack the Process

Hack the Process: Mindful Action on Your Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2017 44:09


When you need a particular book and it doesn't exist, sometimes you just have to write it yourself. But it takes focus and determination to turn a first book into a career change, especially while bringing up three children. Maria Dismondy took on that challenge, and now she's an award-winning writer of children's literature, and has built a publishing company to help other women share their work. In this episode of Hack the Process Maria will tell us what mentors and mastermind groups have taught her about delegating responsibilities, why she continues to invest her time and energy in social networking, and how she structures her routine to get it all done in a few hours a day without sacrificing family time. http://www.hacktheprocess.com/maria-dismondy-shows-how-to-write-publish-and-build-a-business-as-a-mom-on-hack-the-process-podcast-episode-54/

Foot Traffic Podcast
#211: How To Build Your Empire Writing A Book With Maria Dismondy

Foot Traffic Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2017 31:33


Today's guest is award winning author, Maria Dismondy. Maria has a background in early education and has published 8 children's books! Her first book, "Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun" has sold over 26,000 copies in just six months. She talks with Stacy about how she became a successful author and how she built her empire.   "Did people expect you to write a book?" At minute 1:31 Maria explains how writing her first book was not something she had planned. She explains her background in early education and what made her take the leap into becoming an author.     "How are you doing this?" At 3:25 Maria talks about how she built her empire. She describes starting off in business doing one-on-one coffee dates to share her story and how that has now turned in to consulting.   "I wish I would have known..." At minute 4:31 Maria talks about how being an author turns you into a business owner.   She goes in to detail about the planning, marketing and execution of a successful book launch.   She also talks about building credibility as an author, which in turns made her a successful business owner.   "Let's talk about marketing..." At minute 5:47 Maria discusses with Stacy her marketing strategies. She talks about the 'go to' methods she uses and about trying new strategies. She discusses the need to take risks.  Maria and Stacy talk about the importance of having everything in your business look great during a launch because people will be checking out every aspect of your business and what you have to offer. Maria talks about her goals and her virtual book tour, which happens in the 2 weeks leading up to her book launch. They also discuss the importance of building relationship and how it's never too early to start establishing them.  "3 levels of influencers." At 13:38 Maria describes her 3 levels of influencers and their various launch requirements. She tells Stacy how she's not afraid to do book giveaways, because you will get back so much more in the end.   "What do you offer.." At 17:56 Maria talks about her various programs to help authors and those who aspire to be authors.    You can check out her free workshop at https://cardinalrulepress.activehosted.com/f/1.She hosts a 45 minute workshop for aspiring authors that takes you n the journey of the different paths of publishing and writing a book. She also discusses the 'why' to writing a book and your next steps as an author. After completing Maria's programs you'll walk away knowing you can take action and know what your first steps will be. Her workshop ends with ideas on sales and provides real life examples about authors who have made money on things other than book sales. Maria also talks about her group coaching service for published authors looking to drive their book sales through marketing.        "What would be holding someone back?" At 22:31 Maria talks about the two reasons people have been held back. She goes in to details about writing capabilities and people who are not action takers. She talks about the need to be an action taker in order to publish and market a book. "You have to be willing to do some of the work to make money." "How can people actually make money from this?"  At minute 24:16 Maria explains how to monetize. She talks to Stacy about building her speaking career first and incorporating her book to be a part of that. She encourages other to think out of the box and take your expertise and create a service. She also goes in to detail about creating boundaries and knowing when to say no in business.    "How did you know when to raise the price?" At minute 26:59 Maria describes how she knew it was the time to raise her prices.    "Something that really helped me move my business forward..." At minute 29:00 Building a team. Delegation and help get everything done. Having a great team is key to success.   To learn more about Maria and her books you can find her online on Facebook and Instagram @MariaDismondy. You can also visit her webiste, www.mariadismondy.com to view her upcoming events, book her for speaking engagements and more! A full list of her titles and how to buy them is available at her website. You can also learn more and purchase books directly at www.cardinalrulepress.com Today's episode is sponsored by HelloFresh. HelloFresh delivers great ingredients and recipes right to your doorstep! At minute 11:49 Stacy talks about her experience with HelloFresh and how simple and easy it was to use. HelloFresh even includes photos so you can visually see your recipe come to life every step of the way.  There's no measuring and no waste and HelloFresh is great for the whole family to do together.    It's super affordable, at less than $10 a meal. To learn more and sign up visit www.HelloFresh.com Save $30 on your first month by using Stacy's exclusive coupon code: EMPIRE30

Extraordinary Moms Podcast
Episode 177: Teaching Kids Values with Maria Dismondy

Extraordinary Moms Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2017


Today I am speaking with Maria Dismondy, author of NINE children's books about teaching your kids values. As a former school teacher, she saw the need for instilling key character traits in our kids from a young age, and decided to try her hand at writing! The books use contexts and characters your child can relate to, and they are so well done! We've had great conversations over reading these books and I would definitely recommend adding them to your shelf. We also talk about how these books came to be. Such a great conversation. Show Notes:  Connect with Maria on Instagram Check out her books here and here on Amazon Top 3 Business Podcasts: Bix Chix Boss Mom Brilliant Business Moms Top 3 Parenting Podcasts: Catch This Mama Zen Parenting Joyful Courage Connect with Jessica: Instagram//Facebook//Email: jessica@extraordinarymomspodcast.com

Dream Gardens: Talking Up the Children's Books We Love
Podcast #21: Rules by Cynthia Lord

Dream Gardens: Talking Up the Children's Books We Love

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2017 20:50


An Interview with Maria Dismondy For my twenty-first Dream Gardens kid lit podcast, I interviewed author Maria Dismondy about one of her favorite children’s books,  Rules by Cynthia Lord. Published in 2006 by Scholastic Press, Rules tells the story of twelve year old Catherine, who wishes she had more control over her messy life. Her autistic brother David … Continue reading Podcast #21: Rules by Cynthia Lord → The post Podcast #21: Rules by Cynthia Lord appeared first on Dream Gardens.

The BizChix Podcast:  Female Entrepreneurs | Women Small Business | Biz Chix
283: [High Performing Women] Scaling a Team, Creating Visibility and Continuous Innovation with Author, Speaker, Publisher Maria Dismondy

The BizChix Podcast: Female Entrepreneurs | Women Small Business | Biz Chix

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2017 58:22


How do you continue to create visibility for your brand year after year? How do you manage multiple streams of revenue? Which ideas and opportunities should you say YES to? My guest, Maria Dismondy, is a children’s book author, professional speaker, and owns a publishing company. She rapidly scaled from 2 to 10 team members in the last year. This is her 9th year in business and she is not slowing down. In just the first 9 months of 2017, she has experienced 278% growth. Maria shares some tips for creating visibility for your business, how to grow your team by outsourcing and investing in training, and the importance of innovating in your industry.   Key Takeaways: [3:55] Natalie and Maria have known each other for a few years, and have seen and supported each other through the growth of their businesses. [6:20] What is Maria’s business? [7:00] Maria has three children. As her family grew, so did her business, but this was a challenge for her to manage. [9:09] What is the scale and scope of Maria’s business? She talks about the revenue of her company, as well as the streams of revenue.. [11:24] One of Maria’s revenue streams is speaking at schools. How have her speaking engagements expanded over time? [13:02] What is Maria’s system for publishing books? What kind of clients does her publishing company take on? [15:45] Maria is a person who is not afraid to try new things, but also not afraid to stop doing them if she decides she doesn’t like it or it doesn’t work. What has been the difference in how she has approached her business in 2015 and 2017? [17:25] Since 2015, Maria’s team has grown rapidly. What is Maria’s team like now? [25:33] From 2015 to 2017, Maria had a shift in mindset that allowed her to grow and expand her business. What brought that about? [30:27] In order to grow, Maria had to spend and expand. What are some of the changes she made in her spending? How did she outsource, both in her business and at home? [34:50] Even working just 10-to-15 hours a week, Maria accomplishes a lot. What are some secrets Maria has about setting yourself up for success? [38:30] How does Maria plan her days? [40:40] Maria has some really creative ways of getting herself known. What are some of Maria’s strategies for gaining visibility? She shares her experiences with social media, local media, book signings, and virtual book tours! [48:05] Maria shares about virtual speaking engagements.? [50:54] How do contests help Maria’s business and get her visibility? [53:30] Natalie and Maria leave us with some final thoughts about being innovators, entrepreneurs and sharing ideas.   This episode is sponsored by AWeber. Thank you for supporting women entrepreneurs! Find out more and get an all access, 60-Day Free Trial at BizChix.com/Aweber!   Join the BizChix Community   Connect with Maria Dismondy: ● Maria Dismondy ● Cardinal Rule Press ● Maria Dismondy on Facebook ● Maria Dismondy on Instagram   Mentioned in this Episode: ● Empowering Kids with Character (Private Facebook Group) ● Asana ● Voxer ● PowerSheets ● Day Designer

Biz Women Rock
4 Ways the Mompreneur Series Changed How I Approach My Business and My Daughter

Biz Women Rock

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2017 33:06


4 Ways the Mompreneur Series Changed How I Approach My Business & My Daughter + Stories from You! This episode is concluding our Mompreneur Series! (Except for the BONUS episode with Denise Duffield-Thomas who will be my guest next week...mompreneur scheduling ;)). I'm so excited to share with you the 4 (+ 1 bonus) ways this series has directly impacted how I show up to my business and my daughter. And, the last half of the show features incredible mompreneur stories from your fellow Biz WomenRock community members! I promise you, you will be touched!   1. My life as a mom and my life as an entrepreneur are not separate. They are, in fact, two different elements of my life that are part of the whole. Just like my right arm and my left arm are two separate body parts, but still work in tandem with each other and are vital parts of my entire body. And this is not how I’ve been approaching mompreneurship. I’ve been so proud of the fact that I’m “100% present” when it’s mommy time and “100% present” when it’s business time. And while that’s a good practice to be present in the moments and most definitely time needs to be managed so I can put my energy into the two well, the overall life I lead does not separate these two things. So, my lesson has been to let these two bleed more into each other. To talk about business with Sedona around, to do some work even (gasp!) at times if I really need to, to chill the hell out when I’m at a business meeting with her and just have the conversations I can have...not to get all pissy because I “can’t be business woman and mommy at the same time.” This also allows Sedona to SEE her mommy work! This was a BIG, big lesson for me!   2. The pursuit of time management mastery is a necessary endeavor. Work/life balance is a myth, so I prefer to focus on time management - how am I proactively creating the schedule that best suits my life and what do I have in place to optimize every single minute of the day? The big lesson here is that there is no such thing as MASTERY of time management. What was incredibly clear was that every single woman I interviewed put a lot of time and effort into managing their time wisely. They had to in order to give attention to all the things they deem as important. However, things NEVER go 100% according to plan. And so they understood that time management was never going to be mastered. They did their best and then adjusted as needed.   3. Organizing one’s life is a must. And the tools and manner of organization are always evolving. During this series, I had a serious realization that my methods of organizing no longer work for me. After a few weeks of feeling in a cloud of chaos, I finally got a planner, a white board calendar and re-vamped the way I organize myself every day. Managing a toddler, a romantic relationship with my husband, general life “things” and a growing business requires serious organization!   4. Your mindset will determine the path you travel. One of my favorite moments of this series was when Carissa Hill talked about how she simply decided she was going to have a seriously high earning and fast growth business AND spend ample time with her 6 month old. She does tons of things to train her mind that anything is possible. This resonated with me SO MUCH because I’ve put a lot of time and effort into mindset work. That being said, I’m gonna be honest about the fact that I have moments when I want to scream at the universe about how flippin’ CHALLENGING this path actually is. Times when I feel like I’m doing it all on my own. Times when I want to work, but I’ve dedicated that day to Sedona. Times when I want BIG THINGS to happen in my business now, but I know I don’t have enough work hours to complete it during the week. Times when I want to just give up the hard push of growth in my business because I am loving mommying so much. And honestly, these were the things I expected to commiserate with my fellow mompreneurs about during this series. But when Carissa talked about this constant mindset work, I realized that yes, these experiences of mine can be true, but ultimately MY MIND IS THE ONE IN CHARGE OF WHERE I GO. Whether I enjoy this journey and get the most out of every single moment or whether I struggle. So my lesson was knowing that I don’t want this to be a struggle. And so my mindset olympics continues.   BONUS: My daughter deserves the same kind of energy, planning and passion that my business gets! Maria Dismondy’s stories of how she organizes and plans out time with her kids was a huge eye opener for me. While I definitely do activities with Sedona during our mommy-daughter days and while I am absolutely proactive about what we do together, Maria’s descriptions of the cool stuff she does with her kids really opened my eyes to the disparity between the energy, focus and excitement with which I approach my business vs. time with my daughter. Sometimes it’s just easy to go on auto-pilot with Sedona or use our day as a “brain break” for me after going so hard in my business. But I realized that I can get just as excited and ready for fun stuff for me and Sedona to do that can take our time together to an entirely new level of fun, learning, growing and bonding. Since my interview with Maria, I’ve had two play dates with other mommies (I hadn’t had any this whole time!), created my own crafts corner, created a Summer Bucket List and have plans for baking cookies together soon.   Get Your Free Mompreneur Mission Statement http://bizwomenrock.com/mms   **   Not yet a part of our Free Facebook Group? Join today and get access to over 4,500 savvy biz women just like you! http://bizwomenrock.com/group

Mompreneur Show - Helping Mompreneurs Win in Business Without Losing at Home
58 How to Write and Self-Publish Award Winning Children’s Books with Maria Dismondy

Mompreneur Show - Helping Mompreneurs Win in Business Without Losing at Home

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2017 50:21


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Brilliant Business Moms with Beth Anne Schwamberger
153: Marketing A Self-Published Book and Empowering Kids with Maria Dismondy

Brilliant Business Moms with Beth Anne Schwamberger

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2017 27:24


Maria Dismondy is a self-published children’s book author who has sold close to 300,000 books….and she’s done this while working at home with 3 kids. Maria has grown her business by finding unique ways to market her books, so I can’t wait to learn from her. I know a lot of you want to self-publish or market your books better, and I know Maria has tons of wisdom to share. Welcome to the show Maria! On the Show 1:05 - Getting Into Writing3:40 - Selling a LOT of Books5:49 - Parents and Teachers As Customers6:34 - Partnering With School Systems9:57 - Getting Found Online & Making Sales12:05 - Opening A Publishing Company14:20 - A Unique Business Model18:35 - Busting the Self-Publishing Stigma21:13 - A Day In The Life24:58 - Funny AND Adorable Mom Moment Listen Now   Getting Into Writing Right after college, Maria became a teacher and taught for over a decade. She used children's literature to teach indirect lessons to her students. For example, if she noticed a lot of teasing or a lack of community in her room, she tried to find a children’s book that would talk about community and begin that conversation in their class. Maria knew that teaching young children a lesson could be difficult. (And we Mamas know exactly what she’s talking about, right?) But an effective way to teach principles is to show the children an example and talk about the topic indirectly. Maria had a hard time finding books about real life characters, especially kids, who had the courage to be themselves in tough situations. She found tons of books with bears or talking dinosaurs as the main character, but she wondered why there weren’t books about bullying, teasing, or self-esteem with characters of different cultures or disabilities that represent real kids in the United States. So she wrote that book! Maria’s start-up mindset was, “If it’s not out there, I’m going to write it.” And out of that thought came her first book, Spaghetti in a Hotdog Bun. At the time she was working full time as a teacher and was pregnant with her first child. After her baby was born, she went back to work part-time as a teacher, but noticed that her book sales and speaking engagements were increasing. Maria ended up leaving teaching altogether in 2011 and has been writing ever since. She works primarily from home but often speaks outside of the home. She brings up how we often get hung up on titles. Is she a Work From Home Mom? Or a Work Out of the Home Part-time Mom? Maria says it’s hard in her case because for so many years she was defined as a First Grade Teacher and Reading Specialist, but then all of the sudden she doesn’t have a tidy title to wrap-up her work. It’s certainly a funny challenge for mamapreneurs. (Here at Brilliant Business Moms, we are all about growing a business that works with you and your family - regardless of the term you put on it!) Selling a LOT of Books The amazing sales didn’t come about immediately after her book published. It took a few years, and lots of hard work, but, as of this podcast recording, Maria has sold over 300,000. Congrats! Maria says she primarily used grassroots marketing and lots of free social media marketing. She focuses not on selling books but giving valuable information and content to her target market. Maria smartly recognizes that, although she writes picture books for kids, her market isn’t children. It’s the caregivers, teachers, and parents who will be purchasing books for children. Her goal is to build a community around her books and a network of people who believe in empowering children with tools to navigate tough situations. Her marketing message isn’t, “I have a book for sale. It’s $10.95 and you can buy it on Amazon.” But rather, “Did you know these 7 lessons are really important to teach children before age 7? Let me show you the research.” That hook is much more powerful, isn’t it!? It’s much more compelling to explain the problem you solve or the benefit you offer. In her case, it's providing easily accessible information for families and teachers to help raise children in today’s society. Parents and Teachers As Customers It’s hard for Maria to look back and see where her sales came from on the consumer side. She knows how many books she sold via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other booksellers, but not who her individual customers are. But what Maria does know is the majority of her followers on social media are teachers. Her books are part of the curricula in several school districts, which means there are lesson plans written around her books.  Partnering With School Systems It’s incredibly cool that Maria’s books have been incorporated into schools! How did Maria make that happen? With her background as a teacher, Maria knew the going rates for author speaking engagements - and she knew what teachers wanted in those presentations. At first, she offered her school visit services for free. And once she had a few under her belt, she charged a small fee. Word-of-mouth has been her biggest form of marketing since teachers knew she was good with the children, and age appropriate. In the last 5 years, she has focused on her relationship with people at a school who are responsible for booking speakers, like principals and media specialists. Following her speaking engagement, she would send a personal note and a small gift to thank the school for having her. In the note, she would ask two things: what else she could do to help the school, and (if they had been happy with her presentation) to please share the word with 3 colleagues. That strategy has really helped her business! Other than these personal connections, she doesn’t do advertising. (And this shows how word-of-mouth is a WONDERFUL way for business moms on a budget to make an impact!) A year ago she produced a video where she invited 5 contacts from her prior speaking engagements (educators and staff) to come to Barnes & Noble and record their thoughts. She made this request really easy - the date and time were set and she threw in a gift card to sweeten the deal. This video got tons of hits and was very helpful for booking future engagements.  Maria says that her speaking engagements are usually local to her. She has 3 young children and acknowledges that she has limits on her time. Maria isn’t willing to travel for work, so she’s limited to mostly local schools. Recently she did take 2 speaking engagements in Florida because they were within driving distance to Disney World, so that worked out well for her family! A creative solution Maria came up with is to offer virtual school visits. These have been gaining popularity and she has done many virtual visits to schools in California and New York. There’s a handy video program she uses to ‘visit’ the school online. We think that’s an absolutely brilliant strategy! Getting Found Online & Making Sales Maria has never paid for ads. She started blogging after the birth of her second child and was really passionate about writing at the time. She blogged 5 days a week! Her target market was parents and teachers and she made sure her content was excellent, despite the exhaustion of having a 2nd baby! Since then, she posts 2 times a week. She has remained consistent with blogging, even as other social media platforms have ebbed and flowed. Since then, she posts 2 times a week. Maria has remained consistent with blogging, even as other social media platforms have ebbed and flowed. In her posts, she doesn’t force her use of keywords. But she writes organically and due to the volume of her posts, she pops up on Google often. (We think Maria gets a major high-five for all that consistency!) Even though blogging isn’t as popular these days, Maria still recommends it for the traction you get in the internet space. Opening A Publishing Company About two years ago, after a television interview, Maria was approached by a publicist for an NFL player. Her client wanted to write a children’s book - and the rest is history! Stephen Tulloch (linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles) co-wrote The Little Linebacker, which is a story about having a growth mindset and a little boy who is so determined to be in the NFL despite the odds against him. The year prior Maria had hired a business coach. And though it was a bit out of her character to make heavy investments, she thinks her business coach was very worthwhile! Her coach actually predicted that Maria could start a boutique publishing company with high profile clients. At the time, Maria thought a project like that may be a little too big for a work from home mom. So she tucked the idea in the back of her head, but soon enough the idea resurfaced. Since she couldn't self-publish The Little Linebacker (since she wasn't the only author), she needed another option. Maria worked with her graphic designer and web designer to create a platform for Cardinal Rule Press. She says this project happened very quickly and wasn’t super strategic at the time. But it has paid off! (And don’t some of the best business ventures begin with a lightbulb moment?) A Unique Business Model After publishing her own books and experiencing success, Maria began to get requests for coaching and consulting. And Maria noticed that she got requests from traditionally published authors who wanted to go to the "other side" and self-publish. At first, Maria was confused. Why would these traditionally published authors want to self-publish?  But actually, it’s something that most authors aspire to. Maria heard over and over again that publishing was a big industry, and unless you have a big name it’s hard to make money. She also heard about difficulties people had communicating with their publicists, and frustrations over doing lots of hard work for little revenue. So as Maria set up her business model, she knew she wanted to work with two kinds of authors. She wanted to, first of all, work with authors who had established a platform. And second,  Maria wanted to work with authors who had stories that empower children. In her publishing company, she has a team of editors and copywriters who review manuscripts (and authors) that are aligned with their company values. Her publishing company is a hybrid model, which means the author may put forward $10K to $20K in creating their project, but they make back that investment much faster. Her authors get around 90% of each book sale, which is far more impressive than the 8% to 12% they could expect from a traditional publisher. Busting the Self-Publishing Stigma Self-publishing does seem to have a stigma in the public eye. We’ve heard naysayers say things like, "Self-publishing isn’t as legitimate as traditional," or, "People won’t take you seriously as an author," and so on. How does Maria combat the naysayers? Not surprisingly, Maria gave us some helpful insight! She believes the bias against self-publishing has improved over the last 7 years. About 7 years ago, more people began self-publishing and the industry has gained credibility since then. She doesn’t see the stigma as much as it was then. In Maria’s mind, her book sales prove that mode of publishing truly doesn’t matter. If you’re comparing apples to apples, she sees herself as an author whose book has sold over 300,000 copies. “[My writing] brings an income to our family that is more than I made with a college master’s degree. I worked long hours as a teacher, and I only work about 3 hours a day now. I have 8 children's books that make a difference. The way my books get into the hands of children may be different, but I’m proud of the difference it’s making.” The sales really do speak for themselves in Maria’s case. (I can relate to others casting doubt on the legitimacy of your business model! I can still remember last year when Holden’s pre-k teacher made the comment, “Now that he’s in school maybe you can get a real job.” I was an online business owner and used to be a nurse, but I was thinking, "I worked way more hours and made way less!" Smile and nod, and be confident about how you can help people make a difference.) A Day In The Life Maria goes to bed around 9:00 or 10:00 and reads a book to relax. She’s awake by 5:30 or 6:00, makes a cup of coffee, and gets right to work. This morning, she was up at 5:30 am and her crew didn’t wake up until 7:30 am. So she got 2 full hours of uninterrupted work done! Maria makes a point to be very focused during this early morning work session. She’s not checking Facebook or getting sucked into her email. She’s attacking her to-do list from the night before. These hours are highly focused for her. Once her 3 kids - ages 3, 5, and 7 - wake up, they’re her focus. She makes them breakfast and gets them off to school. She has one in school full-time, one part-time, and one home full-time. Her two littles go down for naps or quiet time about 1:00 pm. Maria then checks her email or will do something like an interview or a virtual visit. After her older daughter gets home from school, they do after-school playtime and dinner. Her husband sells commercial real estate, so a few nights a month he will work late entertaining clients. On those nights, she puts her kids to bed at 8:00 and will work another 2 - 3 hours until he gets home. On the days she needs to work outside the home, she works from about 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. Maria’s mother lives close and will come watch her children during these workdays -- she’s very grateful for that option! Believe it or not, Maria even finds time to work out! Usually 2 mornings a week she makes time for exercise, and usually with her kids. She enjoys long bike rides or runs. Her son, who’s 3, loves to visit the train tracks, which for Maria adds up to a 4-mile run! She incorporates exercise as part of her day with her children, and we love that. On weeks when her workload is light, she wakes up at 6:00 am and might get an hour workout and an hour of work. Funny AND Adorable Mom Moment Around Christmas, Maria ordered about 100 super cute calendars to send to her corporate clients. She had to package the calendars separately, and ship them out in time for Christmas. So, imagine Maria in a busy, Christmas-time post-office with about 60 packages. Her son kept putting his hands on her face, hugging her, and telling her he loves her. She thought her son’s sweetness was a stark contrast to the cold mood of the post office. There was a sad feeling in the post office, with everyone looking so sad, grumpy, and impatient. Her 3-year-old looked at the line of people on the way out and said loud enough for all of them to hear, “Happy Halloween, everyone!” The mood instantly lightened as everyone laughed and smiled. Isn’t that exactly what people need? A bit of laughter during the stressful holiday season when we *should* be enjoying ourselves. I just loved chatting with Maria, and I hope you came away inspired and excited to make a difference with your business. Stay in Touch with Maria Site: MariaDismondy.comInstagram: @mariadismondybooks Now It’s Your Turn To Head Out There And Be Brilliant!

Biz Women Rock
How to Be a Full Time Mommy and Have a Thriving Business with Author Maria Dismondy

Biz Women Rock

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2017 27:50


I think I subconsciously created this Mompreneur Series because of Maria Dismondy.  She’s been a dear friend of mine ever since we were in a mastermind together in 2015.  We’re currently accountability partners, so I have the advantage of having an intimate view of how Maria manages her business and her kids and I always stand in awe.  Of course she has tough times, times when things don’t go according to plan - which we definitely discuss in this interview - but she has created an incredible mompreneur life that I greatly respect!  Maria is a children’s book author, having written 8 books that teach kids character and she’s also owns Cardinal Rule Press, her publishing company.  She speaks to schools both live and in person and overall, runs an incredibly impressive empire “part time” and from her house!   Maria is the mother of 3 kids, Ruby, Leah and Dexter and during this incredible conversation, Maria shares incredible tips on how she manages her time so she can be a full time mom (read: does not have regular childcare) and grow her business in the mornings, during nap times and at night!  Because I know Maria to be a super creative person with a teaching background, she also shares AMAZING ideas on how to plan the time she spends with her kids!  She shares about how she has a “Crafts Closet,” full of goodies that she can take out and use on a whim, how she relies heavily on Pinterest to come up with ideas on fun projects to do and, after the interview, Maria shared with me that she creates seasonal bucket lists with her kids so she doesn’t get into a run or ever run out of fun things to do!  This interview is full of great strategies and ideas on how to get the most out of your mompreneur journey!   Here’s a pic of her Crafts Closet :)   (Jody - add pic here)   Check out more about Maria here → http://MariaDismondy.com   And check out the free gift I have for you!  My Mompreneur Mission Statement - a quick guide to help you state your values are as a mom and an entrepreneur so you can rock your biz! → http://bizwomenrock.com/mms Resources Mentioned:   Homeschool: Crafts for at homehttps://www.pinterest.com/mariadismondy/homeschool/ Spring Board:https://www.pinterest.com/mariadismondy/easter/ Summer Board:https://www.pinterest.com/mariadismondy/summer/

The Boss Mom Podcast - Business Strategy - Work / Life Balance - -Digital Marketing - Content Strategy
Episode 180: How to Be the Author of Your Own Story with Maria Dismondy

The Boss Mom Podcast - Business Strategy - Work / Life Balance - -Digital Marketing - Content Strategy

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2017 44:42


In this episode I am hanging out with Maria Dismondy, an award-winning children's book author who is passionate about inspiring lives through her poignant stories about topics challenging today’s modern child. Maria’s background in early education and commitment to teach the importance of character building enables her to touch lives the world over while touring as a public speaker in schools, community forums, and at national conferences. When Maria isn’t writing, she can be found embarking on adventures throughout southeast Michigan and beyond, where she lives with her husband and three book-loving children. Tune in to hear us discuss her journey to becoming an author and building a thriving business (and family!) while following her passions. Listen + subscribe on iTunes // Stitcher Maria's Boss Mom Story As we dive in, Maria shares that she never actually intended to be an entrepreneur. Growing up she wanted to be a teacher and a mom - both dreams she would later go on to fulfill!! To both her and everyone around her it was quite a shock when she made the decision to leave teaching and pursue writing her children's books. But the decision was fueled by both a passion to fulfill a need that she saw, and do what made sense for her growing family. "I felt like there was a problem, that we were lacking children’s literature with realistic kids - real characters that kids could relate to with real world problems.” (3:36) So, Maria wrote her first book Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun, and a few weeks later she got pregnant with her first baby! After her book came out and her daughter was born, she went down to teaching part-time, and didn't have much of a plan beyond that. One year turned into two, and eventually she realized that she wanted more time to pour into both her growing family, and her growing business (which she was LOVING!) “It wasn't just writing books, but spreading these amazing messages to children and families.” (4:10) A Day in the Life.... When I asked Maria what her day-to-day life as an author, publisher and mom looked like, she shared that it didn't look like what most people would think. “Being a writer you would think that I would spend my days writing and I don’t!” (4:30) As a work-at-home mom to three kids (ages 2, 5 and 7) her days start early so she can get some good creative work time in, as well as some self care. She also books around 75 speaking engagements per year, but most all of them are local as she has made the decision not to travel away from her family if she can help it. Maria also describes that every day is a journey to just figure out what works best in that season. “I didn’t plan for any of it, and Dana I am a planner so when baby #3 came along surprisingly (and was due on Christmas Day!) I thought, ‘This is a sign from the universe that, Maria you don’t get to plan your life and it doesn’t go accordingly1" (7:25) The Importance of Outsourcing & Delegation Having three kids was a complete game changer for Maria and her family - one she describes as sending her into complete overwhelm. “I just said things have to change, I cannot do it all. I need to delegate and outsource things.” (8:13) And so, she did just that! They hired help both inside the home and in her business, which she says has made a world of difference, though it was difficult for her to let things go at first. On Kicking Mom Guilt to the Curb Our discussion took a great turn as we explored the differences between moms and dads, and how moms often seem more inclined to feel guilty about things that don't tend to ultimately matter as much. I share how the "put-together" moms at daycare made me feel especially un-put-together until I realized the freedom that I have because I don't have to show up to a job and instead get to spend the morning playing with my kids. Maria on the other hand, is one of those moms who is put together first thing in the morning - because it's important to her! And also her only real chance during the day to make sure getting ready happens. It's all about figuring out what matters and what works for you. “We are so quick to compare ourselves to other people without knowing the whole story, and that’s hard. I wish we didn’t put that on ourselves.” (12:43) Building a Business as an Author After Maria's first book was released in 2008 she was asked to do a few speaking engagements, which she quickly realized she loved. She then decided to spend time building her speaking career to allow her the time and space to write more books. “I felt like every additional book added credibility to my speaking platform.” (13:48) Another big point she shared is that marketing is a really key component to building a business as an author. “A huge part, about 75%, of what I do is marketing in a non-sales and very authentic way trying to get my messages out there so that people do want to hear me speak and do want to bring my books into their homes.” (14:57) We discuss the ramifications of publishing traditionally (which she did with her first book) versus self-publishing (which she does now, for both herself and other authors through her publishing house Cardinal Rule Press). She shares that in addition to writing and speaking, she began consulting for other aspiring authors, but she didn't completely love the process of consulting, so creating a course to impart her knowledge instead. “I want to educate other published authors on how they can use their platform to market their messages.” (16:23) And - Maria is a BIG believer in anyone being able to write the stories that matter to them. She says she often has people suggest book topics to her, but believes that any person who has a story in mind should be the one to write it themselves! “When you have the personal experience and the passion for that topic that will drive your business and that will make you all the more successful because you have passion behind the idea.” (24:06) On Dealing with Overwhelm Towards the end of our conversation we dig deep into the realities of being a boss mom and discuss what Maria does to deal with the inevitable overwhelm we all experience at times. She shares that exercise, meal planning, making lists and putting everything into ONE calendar are what keep life afloat for her, and she's really had to figure out what tools work well. We compare different organization tools like Asana, Trello and Bootcamp and how different platforms work better for different people, so it's important to figure out which is best for YOU. “Don’t give up! If one doesn’t work, try a different one.” (30:22) Referenced in the Show: Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun New Book: The Jelly Donut Difference Cardinal Rule Press Publishing Services & Courses Createspace Asana Trello Eating Clean, Cooking Dirty Find Maria on Instagram (Just FYI, some of these links may be affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase using the links I may receive some love in return!) 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The Productive Woman
Prioritize What Matters, with Maria Dismondy – TPW131

The Productive Woman

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2017 41:45


Award-winning author Maria Dismondy knows what matters to her and is determined to prioritize those things. In this episode, she shares how she's intentionally built her life around her most important priorities.

Biz Women Rock
259: How to Sell 26K Books in 6 Months With Maria Dismondy

Biz Women Rock

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2016 29:53


http://bizwomenrock.com/259-2 Biz Women on the Move The Biz Women on the Move segment features the amazing accomplishments, challenges, wisdom and interesting experiences from the members of the Biz Women Rock community! Today, we're featuring... Michelle Evans from Michelle L Evans Lorin Oberweger from Free Expressions Seminars & Literary Services The Main Event - How to Sell 26K Books in 6 Months with Maria Dismondy The Main Event is our main feature of the show. Sometimes a deep dive interview with a kick ass business woman, sometimes a case study digging into a phenomenal business strategy, sometimes a diatribe from me about some cool lesson learned in business...whatever it is, its always chalk full of wisdom for you. Today on our Main Event... Maria Dismondy is an incredibly successful self-published children’s book author. She’s written 7 books including Spaghetti in a Hotdog Bun, The Juice Box Bully, Pink Tiera Cookies for Three, The Potato Chip Champ, Spoonful of Sweetness, Chocolate Milk Por Favor and The Little Linebacker (which is co-written with NFL player Stephen Tulloch). Since self-publishing her first book in 2008, Maria has sold over 300k books! She also has had her book Spaghetti in a Hotdog Bun turned into a play that has been running for 2 years now! During our conversation, Maria shares a few of her most successful social media strategies that helped her book sales double during her slowest time of year, how she leveraged paid speaking gigs in front of hundreds of kids at a time to build her business and her book sales and why being open and not afraid to take risks has opened up door after door of opportunities! http://bizwomenrock.com/259-2 Biz Women Rock is sponsored by... Facebook Groups Rock: http://bizwomenrock.com/facebookgroupsrock

Joyful Courage -  A Conscious Parenting Podcast
BONUS EPS: Maria Dismondy, Award Winning Author

Joyful Courage - A Conscious Parenting Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2016 35:58


So happy to welcome Maria Dismondy to the show for my June BONUS episode!!  Maria is an award winning author and has written many books for children that engage and inspire them to consider the skills needed to be a good friend and problem solver.  She spent time in the classroom before having her own children, and uses her time in schools to inform what she writes about in her books. :::::::::: Maria's books: The Littlest Linebacker - A Story of Determination Chocolate Milk Por Favor - Celebrating Diversity with Empathy Spoonful of Sweetness - and Other Delicious Manners Pink Tiara Cookies for ThreeSpaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun - Having the Courage to be Who You Are The Juice Box Bully - Empowering Kids to Stand Up for Others The Potato Chip Champ - Discovering Why Kindness Counts :::::::::: Find Maria on You TubeFollow her on InstagramCheck out her websiteConversation starters from Pinterest :::::::::: Want MORE??  Join the Joyful CourageTribe in our community Facebook group - Live and Love with Joyful Courage.  Raising our children while growing ourselves... Also follow Joyful Courage on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter :::::::::: Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Joyful Courage Podcast on iTunes to get the latest shows STRAIGHT to your device!!  AND PLEASE rate and review the Joyful Courage Parenting Podcast on iTunes to help me spread the show to an ever larger audience!! ::::::::::: Click here for more information about PARENT COACHING with Casey and to book your exploratory call!  

The BizChix Podcast:  Female Entrepreneurs | Women Small Business | Biz Chix
198 : Video Marketing and Virtual Speaking Engagements with Maria Dismondy

The BizChix Podcast: Female Entrepreneurs | Women Small Business | Biz Chix

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2015 41:21


Hear how successful author Maria Dismondy uses authentic and candid videos to connect with her online audience. Maria also shares how she runs her speaking and coaching business and how she books virtual speaking engagements! Please Subscribe to the Podcast! It helps us get noticed my more listeners and is the best way to thank Natalie for producing this show for you!Click to join the Biz Chix Community or text 33444 and get access to our Private Facebook Group for female entrepreneurs-----------------------------------------------MASTERMINDS, NETWORKING AND TEAMS SERIESMEET MY MASTERMINDCan I just tell you how awesome all of my mastermind buddies have been? We finish our actual mastermind call and then they have less than 12 minutes before we jump onto this interview.For Maria it was the most challenging b/c she was actually at a speaking engagement. I’ve edited out a few of our technical glitches and as much background noise as I could.One of my intentions for this entire series is for each of you listening to form your own mastermind.I created a quick start guide to help you with the process.You can get it at bizchhix.com/masterminding. It is a free download so check it out. You can also get it by texting 33444 masterminding.I really like how Maria mentioned how important the collaborative nature of our group is and how it has helped achieve goals that seemed out of reach and to take more risks than she would on her own. If you aren't currently part of a successful mastermind, I hope you will consider starting one!Join me Thursday at 12:12PM PT for a live video interview on Blab. You can interact with myself and the guests during the show!Go to Blab.im/bizchixpodcast.Tweet us and share the show:Hear @mariadismondy share why being authentic and vulnerable in Video is important.BizChix.com/iTunes#podcast #author #mastermindConnect with Maria Dismondy:WebsitePinterestInstagramYouTube

The BizChix Podcast:  Female Entrepreneurs | Women Small Business | Biz Chix
197 : Meet My Mastermind - Maria Dismondy Best Selling Children's Book Author and Speaker

The BizChix Podcast: Female Entrepreneurs | Women Small Business | Biz Chix

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2015 37:17


Best selling children's author and speaker shares how she transitioned out of the classroom and into her dream life as an entrepreneur. Maria is a paid speaker, gifted marketer and organized WAHM!   ^^Subscribe to the Biz Chix Podcast^^It helps us get noticed my more listeners and is the best way to thank Natalie for producing this show for you!Click to join the Biz Chix Community  or text 33444 and get access to our Private Facebook Group for female entrepreneurs-----------------------------------------------MASTERMINDS, NETWORKING AND TEAMS SERIESMEET MY MASTERMINDI’m loving introducing you to the women in my personal mastermind in the hopes that it will help you to creatively form your own group from your network. I’ve created free quick start guide to help you form your own mastermind. Go to bizchix.com/masterminding to get that today or text 33444 and type in masterminding.Hey Biz Chix:Are you ready to meet the final member of my personal Mastermind? If you have listened to this entire series Masterminding, Networking and Teams (which started in episode 191), you have met three members of my mastermind - Dr. Romie Mushtaq, Katie Krimitsos and Liz Covart. Next up is Maria Dismondy.I first met Maria when I interviewed her in the middle of 2014. I am rearing that episode now so you can hear all about her background. She is a teacher turned entrepreneur and is a best selling author and speaks around the country about bullying and developing character.The next episode #198 was recorded a few weeks ago via a live video broadcast on Blab. You’ll love hearing an update on Maria and to find out the unique way she is reaching more kids with her powerful message.Enjoy hearing my old show music when I was pregnant with baby Jett who is now 13 months old and then we’ll jump right into the interview with Maria.Join me Thursday at 12:12PM PT for a live video interview on Blab. You can interact with myself and the guests during the show!Go to Blab.im/bizchixpodcast.Tweet us and share the show:Meet @mariadismondy who transitioned from teacher to author and speaker..BizChix.com/iTunes#podcast #author #mastermindConnect with Maria Dismondy:WebsitePinterestInstagram YouTube

The BizChix Podcast:  Female Entrepreneurs | Women Small Business | Biz Chix
103 : Children’s Book Author, Speaker & Coach Maria Dismondy

The BizChix Podcast: Female Entrepreneurs | Women Small Business | Biz Chix

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2014 38:32


Maria Dismondy was born and raised in the suburbs of Detroit, Michigan. She is the award-winning author of five children’s books. Maria holds a Masters degree in education and served as an elementary school teacher and reading interventionist for ten years before transitioning into her current role as author, blogger and professional speaker. Maria’s experiences have shaped her into an individual who lives life to the fullest, appreciating what she has and who uses her passion to make a difference. She is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children through meaningful literature. Maria is a dynamic speaker who presents on a number of empowering topics such as bullying, character building, and reading and writing for young authors. She lives in the suburbs of Detroit, Michigan with her husband and three young children.