Ep. 165 / How to Build a 6-Figure Coaching Business Without Funnels or Ads with Stacey Brass-Russell

In this episode, we sit down with Stacey Brass-Russell, a former Broadway actress turned transformational business coach, who now helps coaches and creatives build authentic, profitable brands. She shares her unique journey from the stage to the coaching world, and the signature strategies she uses to help clients thrive — including her Yellow Brick Road Marketing Method.

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Ep. 159 / How to Get Speaking Engagements from Your Social Media

In this episode, I (Kim Rittberg—award-winning marketer & former media exec) break down how creating content can actually help you land more speaking engagements—and how those speaking gigs, in turn, can supercharge your content strategy. You’ll learn how these two powerful tools work together to boost your authority, expand your visibility, and drive real business growth.

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Ep. 152/ How to Be Less Nervous When Speaking & Perfect Your Pitch: Matt Abrahams of Think Fast Talk Smart

If you want to learn how to communicate better, be less nervous when public speaking and pitch more effectively - this is your episode. From handling public speaking, to winning over people on zoom, Matt Abrahams, Professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business, host of the award-winning Think Fast Talk Smart podcast is bringing all his communication expertise!

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Ep. 151/ Be Shameless, Be Weird: Jenny Wood’s Blueprint for Career Success and Confidence

Have you ever felt that being weird was something to be ashamed of? Just wait till you hear what Jenny Wood has to say about that. Jenny is a former Google executive and newly-minted New York Times bestselling author of Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It. As someone who’s spent years helping corporate leaders and entrepreneurs alike, Jenny brought a treasure trove of advice on everything from silencing your inner critic to reframing those so-called “negative” traits we often hide, think “shameless,” “weird,” and “reckless”, into your actual superpowers at work and in business.

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Ep. 149/ How to Optimize Meta Ads and Boost Business Success with Kwadwo Sampany-Kessie

Interested in buying ads for your business but don’t know the ins and outs? I had an inspiring conversation with Kwadwo, pronounced QUĀ.jo, an expert in Facebook and Instagram ads, and host of the Art of Online Business podcast. We talked about the world of Meta ads and discussed the perfect timing for businesses to bring on an ads manager versus handling it themselves. Kwadwo shared his journey from teaching in China to thriving in Mexico, illustrating a remarkable pivot in his career due to the pandemic. His insights into the nuances of ad management, and when it makes sense to invest in professional help, provided listeners with tangible takeaways to streamline their own business strategies.

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Ep. 148/ How to Scale & Launch a Successful Online Course with Gemma Bonham-Carter

“Your business shouldn’t be your whole life, it should be the vehicle that helps create your dream life.” Online Business Strategist Gemma Bonham-Carter is here this week to tell us about her journey from public health to a seven-figure digital entrepreneur - and it is nothing short of inspirational! Gemma’s knack for creating meaningful connections with her audience and her valuable insights into online courses, email marketing, and integrating AI blew me away.

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Ep. 146/ How to Let that Sh*t Go: How to Believe in Yourself and Hit Your Goals

Sometimes it is important to ask the question, how do I let that shit go and step into my power for unstoppable success in life and business? This week I am joined by Danielle Taylor, a former nurse who changed careers to become an empowerment coach. Danielle found her true calling in helping women break through fear and self-doubt. Her approach is all about collaboration, community, and confidence, as she coaches women to own their expertise and allow their businesses to thrive. I found her anecdotes and strategies particularly insightful, especially her emphasis on the importance of asking oneself “why”. This episode is all about getting out of your own way and moving towards the messy and bold opportunities. 

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