Are you letting your past define your future? Are you feeling stuck in the present and worrying about how you can make a switch in your life? Do you want to pivot in your career or launch a new business? The My Simplified Life Podcast is tackling all of these questions and more! Each episode is filled with life lessons, stories and experiences filled with humor, reality, and inspiring takeaways. We are covering career switches, motherhood, work life balance, starting your own business and wh ...
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The PR Maven® Podcast uses a combination of traditional networking techniques and the power of social media to help you build your personal and professional brand. The podcast features interviews with industry leaders, top executives, media personalities and online influencers about public relations and their personal brand. Each week, Nancy Marshall, The PR Maven®, connects with a special guest to talk about their career, and business or organization, as well as the latest news and events t ...
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For authors and publishing professionals - we're talking all routes to publishing, book launches, book marketing, tips, tools, and resources to write, publish, and sell your book. Self-publishing, hybrid publishing, and traditional publishing. Author interviews and industry experts. Hosted by Alexa Bigwarfe of the Women in Publishing Summit. Formerly known as the PublishHer podcast.
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Discover the go-to podcast for driven women entrepreneurs ready to lead! Join host Adrienne Garland, CEO of She Leads Media, as she uncovers the unfiltered path to scaling your business to 7 and 8 figures. Each week, bold female founders share their raw stories, overcoming challenges, and proven strategies for explosive growth – all without sugar-coating a thing. 🚀 Why She Leads is Your Essential Listen: Super-practical, actionable advice to conquer your entrepreneurial hurdles No-holds-barr ...
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Demystifying the Business of Writing. Join us each week as we explore the challenging world of being an author & entrepreneur! From bestselling authors to up-and-coming newcomers, our diverse guests will provide unique insights on branding, marketing tactics, staying productive & focused - plus so much more. Be part of a vibrant community committed to helping all writers succeed in their creative endeavors!
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For aspiring authors, writing a book is a lifelong dream, but one that can seem to be just out of reach. The process of writing a book can be both exciting and frustrating. The idea can be there , but sometimes we get stuck and can’t seem to find the inspiration to move forward. If you are an expert in your field who is thinking about writing a book, you’ve come to the right place. Welcome to The Author’s Corner, a show where we will help you unlock your creativity and write the book of your ...
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, Liz Alterman, a long-time journalist and author, joins the conversation to share her journey from media professional to published author. Liz discusses her experience of being laid off alongside her husband, navigating unemployment, and ultimately channeling her experiences into writing her memoir, Sad Sacked.…
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The Power of Podcasts for Creating Genuine Connections and Business Growth with Michelle Glogovac
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Podcasting is a powerful tool for women business owners to share their stories and reach a targeted audience. Michelle Glogovac, a former corporate aviation executive, is a passionate podcaster, CEO and founder of the MLG Collective, a podcast PR agency, and the award-winning author of “How to Get on Podcasts." Michelle explains how she discovered …
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Episode #159: How to Get on Podcasts (and Be a Great Guest) with Michelle Glogovac
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Summary: Ever wondered how podcast PR can amplify your message? It's a journey filled with strategy, connections, and the potential to reach millions of listeners! Today, Michelle Glogovac, joins us to share her expertise and firsthand experiences in this dynamic field. In episode #159 of The Author’s Corner, Michelle shares insights into the world…
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Episode #163: Using ChatGPT to Streamline Book Marketing with Heidi Yarger
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Summary: If the idea of AI makes you uneasy, you’re not alone. Many authors fear that AI could feel impersonal or replace the creative touch that makes their work unique. But what if AI could actually enhance your marketing strategy without taking away your personal touch? In episode #163 of The Author’s Corner, Heidi Yarger shares her journey from…
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She Leads Live 2024: 10th Anniversary Conference for Women Entrepreneurs
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Join me for an exciting preview of the She Leads Live 2024 conference, celebrating our 10th anniversary! This two-day event in New York City is designed to inspire and connect high-level women entrepreneurs. Key highlights include: Dates: October 18-19, 2024 Location: Civic Hall, Union Square, NYC Features: Celebrity keynote speaker Interactive wor…
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Project Seed Money - to fund Women Writers! with Sharissa Bradley {ep. 137}
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Alexa and Sharissa talked about the following key points: Sharissa's project to fund women's writing projects: Project Seed Money Project Seed Money provides a monthly grant funding female authors at $1,500.00 a month to be used for writing expenses How women are still underrepresented in the publishing industry, her reason for starting this progra…
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Episode #162: Robin’s Riff on How to Write Your Book’s ‘Acknowledgments’ the Right Way
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Summary: Have you ever considered how impactful the acknowledgments section of your book can be? If you're looking for guidance on how to effectively and appropriately express your gratitude to those who supported your book-writing journey, you'll want to tune in to our latest episode. In Episode #162 of The Author’s Corner, Robin Colucci discusses…
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A Red Helicopter, Kindness & Math with James Rhee
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, Michelle Glogovac sits down with James Rhee, an entrepreneur, educator, and author of Red Helicopter. They discuss James' unique journey, his philosophy on kindness and leadership, and the transformative story behind his work at Ashley Stewart. James shares personal anecdotes and insights highlighting the impo…
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How to Get Book Reviews with Derek Doepker {ep. 136}
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In this episode, Derek and Alexa discuss: how Derek went from being a broke valet parker to a bestselling author, selling over 100,000 books using mostly free and low-cost marketing strategies (he got into personal development and started writing fitness blogs, which eventually led him to publish a book.) Why you shouldn't give up after a launch th…
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Episode #161: The Impact of Facebook Bans on Authors and Businesses with Sudi (Rick) Karatas
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Summary: Ever felt the sting of being banned on Facebook for a harmless comment? Or less? You're not alone! Navigating the world of social media can be tricky, especially when algorithms misinterpret our intentions. These experiences can leave us feeling frustrated and disconnected, but there's more to the story. Today, my guest, Sudi Karatas, join…
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac sits down with Hitha Palepu, author of We're Speaking: The Life Lessons of Kamala Harris. Hitha shares her journey of writing the book, her admiration for Kamala Harris, and the challenges and triumphs she experienced along the way. The conversation touches on the importance of role mode…
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She Leads LIVE 2024: The Conference for Women Entrepreneurs in NYC & Path to Financial Advancement
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Be inspired to take action at She Leads LIVE 2024 Conference for Women Entrepreneurs and Leaders! Women are programmed from the beginning about their societal roles, and many of these outdated notions need to stop so we can make bigger progress in our businesses and our lives as female founders. Don’t let these outdated messages and second guesses …
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Episode #160: Robin’s Riff on “What to Do After Rejection From Publishers”
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Summary: Did you know that only about 1% of book pitches actually land a deal? Rejection is never easy, and in the competitive world of publishing, it's a common experience. And if you've ever faced rejection from publishers and wondered what to do next, you'll want to listen to my latest Robin’s Riff. In Episode #160 of The Author’s Corner, Robin …
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Alright! Nancy Marshall here, and buckle up because this is it, the grand finale! It's hard to believe, but this is the very last episode of the PR Maven Podcast. Six years! Six glorious years of spilling the tea, cracking open some good PR wisdom, and sharing a laugh or two along the way. You have always seen Nancy on the front but this all would …
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Books To Spark Conversation and Educate Before The Election
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In this solo episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac shares her thoughts on the upcoming election and emphasizes the importance of kindness, empathy, and effective communication. She discusses several books that have inspired her, offering valuable insights into leadership, finding your voice, anti-racism, civic engagement, and storyt…
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Book Marketing tips with Keri-Rae Barnum & Alexa Bigwarfe {ep. 135}
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Two book marketing experts, Alexa Bigwarfe of Write|Publish|Sell & the Women in Publishing Summit and Keri-Rae Barnum of New Shelves Book, dish out book marketing advice and trends for authors. We discuss why authors hate marketing and how to make it fun. Best tips for growing your audience. Why finding new readers is critical to your success. And …
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She Leads LIVE 2024: A Decade of Amplifying Women's Entrepreneurial Voices
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Women are improving their communities and humanity. Adrienne Garland CEO of She Leads Media is introducing the upcoming She Leads Live 2024 conference, which will take place on October 18-19 in New York City at Civic Hall. The event is dedicated to helping women entrepreneurs build strategic relationships, and gain practical life and business advic…
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How To Use Your Strengths To Develop Your Personal Brand, With Christine Tieri – Episode 141
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What are your strengths and how can you use them to grow your personal brand? In this episode, Chris Tieri explains how to leverage your strengths to develop your personal brand. As a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, Chris talks about how she discovered her passion for coaching, how to use your strengths finder results and how to build your person…
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How I Got Into Costco Connection Magazine
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In this solo episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac shares her journey of being featured in the Costco Connection Magazine. Michelle reflects on her long career in corporate aviation, her transition to podcasting, and the importance of patience and perseverance in achieving one's goals. She encourages listeners to give themselves gra…
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Learn to Monetize Your Skills With Side–Gigs, with Christine Schaub
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Women are natural multitaskers and can benefit from monetizing their downtime if needed. Christine Schaub is the author of the book Queen of the Side Hustle: Unleashing Your Potential for Extra Income. She makes her living with six side gigs, including hosting the award-winning web series Come On Over. She co-authored the number one Amazon Best Sel…
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Episode #158: Robin’s Riff on “How Ugly Book Covers Hurt Credibility”
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Episode #158: Robin’s Riff on “How Ugly Book Covers Hurt Credibility” Summary: Attention authors: Your book cover is not just a design—it's the first impression for your book. You know what they say about first impressions and second chances… So, before you sign off on your next book cover, you'll want to tune into this new Robin's Riff, as Robin e…
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Moving past the blocks and objections we face as writers; Joni B. Cole {ep. 134}
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In this episode, Alexa and Joni discuss (among other things!): Joni's Writing Center in Vermont, and how she started that The ways we writers get in our own way... and how to move past them The importance of being inspired when you're writing How to deal with feedback and the power of positive feedback Dealing with self-sabotage and negative self-t…
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The Power of Human Connection in PR ft. Tangia Renee Al-awaji Estrada - Episode 281
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In this episode of The PR Maven® Podcast, host Nancy Marshall explores the power of storytelling in PR and branding with Tangia Renee Al-awaji Estrada. Tangia, a PR and brand strategist and co-founder of BIPOC Podcast Creators, shares her journey from political science and community organizing to founding her own PR agency. The conversation covers …
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How Women Can Master Business Exits with Carrie Kerpen
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Understanding how to build a sellable business is a game changer. Carrie Kerpen is the founder of The Whisper Group, an exit-readiness advisory firm dedicated exclusively to women-owned businesses. Carrie has built and sold one of the world's first social media agencies and has continued helping female founders build and sell their businesses and l…
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Episode #157: Enhance Your Sleep Quality with Dr. Anne Bartolucci
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Summary: Ever wondered how your sleep patterns affect your creativity and productivity? Well, our guest today is just the person to shed light on this crucial link! Whether you're burning the midnight oil to meet a deadline or struggling with writer's block, understanding the science behind sleep can transform your writing process, and improve your…
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How Being Yourself Is the Best Way To Build Your Brand With Lee Goldberg – Episode 79
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Your personal brand isn’t about being someone else, so why would you be anyone besides your authentic self when building your personal brand? In this PR Maven® Podcast episode, Lee Goldberg, an anchor for the Morning Report at NEWS CENTER Maine, shares how he has built his personal brand on social media. Instead of developing a different profession…
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Financial Independence for Women: Making Smart Money Moves and Learning to Invest with Stephanie Xenos
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Don’t be afraid to take control of your financial life. Stephanie Xenos - Money Muse is a retired rocket scientist turned women's personal finance expert obsessed with helping women reach financial independence. She seeks to empower women of all ages and diverse backgrounds to jumpstart their journey toward financial freedom. Stephanie shares her l…
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Episode #156: Robin’s Riff on “How to Write a Book Title that Sells” (Part 2)
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Summary: In episode #153 of The Author’s Corner, Robin delved into the importance of a well-crafted book title and her secret formula for how to write one. Today, we complete this “mini-series” on crafting a bestselling book title by diving deeper into the crucial role of the subtitle and how you need to write it to make readers want to buy! In epi…
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New name for the podcast + trademark violations {ep. 133}
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What happens when a company reaches out and tells you: you have to stop using the name you're using for your brand, podcast, website, courses, business, or other items? Well, if they have a trademark to back them up, you can either go through a fight, or you can choose to rebrand. Option 3 - if you can prove you were using the brand/name/logo prior…
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Growing Your Brand Through Public Speaking and Social Media Featuring April Chavez - Episode 280
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In this episode, Nancy hosts performance coach April Chavez. They discuss April's journey from being a police officer and living with lupus to becoming a performance coach and public speaker. April emphasizes the importance of spiritual, intellectual, and physical wellness, and shares insights on how her experiences and challenges have shaped her a…
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How Well Being and Compassionate Therapy Helps Women Entrepreneurs with Dr. Nathilee Caldeira
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Therapy is for everyone, including entrepreneurs, and not something to be ashamed of. Dr. Nathilee Caldeirais a licensed psychologist and the founder and CEO of Let's Talk Psychological Wellness. Dr. Caldeirashares her journey from emigrating from Guyana at 19 to becoming a successful psychologist in New York. She started studying business, but she…
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Episode #155: Strategic Book Sales with Chris Benetti
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Summary: Ever wondered how top authors drive their book sales into the stratosphere? According to this week’s guest, it's about strategically using a multi-pronged approach that helps you gain book sales while it raises your income. Today, Chris Benetti, joins us to share his expertise in how to successfully market your book without breaking the ba…
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac interviews Steve Hoffman, a tax preparer turned memoirist. Steve shares his unique dual career, how he transitioned from language and literature studies to tax preparation, and his family's adventurous decision to move to a small village in southern France. His recent memoir, A Season fo…
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How To Use Digital Media To Build Relationships for Print Publications With Lisa DeSisto, CEO and Publisher of the Maine Trust for Local News – Episode 47
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How are these Maine newspapers adapting to the digital age? CEO and Publisher of the Maine Trust for Local News, publishing Central Maine News, Portland Press Herald and Sun Journal publications, Lisa DeSisto explains in this episode. Lisa shares how she was initially hired at MaineToday Media in 2012 because of her digital expertise, helping balan…
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Inspiring Positivity Among Women and Underserved Communities with Kai Fuentes
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Your personality is in your business. Kai Fuentes is the President and Founder of Ebony Marketing Systems, Inc., a multicultural market research firm. With her experience in researching a broad perspective on African American consumer issues, from music, and health, to automobiles, she has specific cultural insights into the research arena, which f…
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Episode #154: Robin’s Riff on “The Censorship of LGBTQ+ Authors”
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Summary: If you're concerned about the recent reinvigoration of book bans, especially those with LGBTQ+ themes, you'll want to listen to our latest episode of The Author’s Corner. With Pride Month just behind us, it's crucial to reflect on the significant increase in attempts to remove or restrict LGBTQ+ books, particularly in school libraries. Thi…
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First Things First: Write your Proposal Before You Write Your Whole Nonfiction Book with Amy Goldmacher (ep. 132)
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Amy Goldmacher will guide you through what agents and publishers look for in the components of a proposal, how to write proposal sections effectively, and how the proposal will help you write your book and achieve your publication goals. Amy Goldmacher's journey into the world of writing and publishing began with a deep-rooted passion for sharing s…
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Tips To Become the Most Sought-After Podcast Guest with Michelle Glogovac - Episode 279
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This podcast episode is sponsored by Pitchcraft. In this episode of The PR Maven® Podcast, host Nancy Marshall sits down with Michelle Glogovac, THE Podcast Matchmaker™, award-winning publicist and founder of the MLG Collective. They discuss the importance of traditional and digital networking techniques for brand growth. Michelle shares her circui…
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In this episode of My Simplified Life, Michelle Glogovac is joined by Sarah Ezrin, author of The Yoga of Parenting, long-time yoga educator, and maternal mental health advocate. Sarah shares her journey from working in the movie business to becoming a yoga teacher after discovering yoga at age 19 and finding it life-changing. She talks about the ph…
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Embracing Boldness and Asking For What You Want with Shira Yevin
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Shira Yevin, founder of Gritty in Pink, shares her journey as an entrepreneur, musician, and activist. In this latest She Leads Podcast episode, Shira discusses her mission to achieve gender equality in the music industry and the creation of an online marketplace - INPINK - which connects women working in all aspects of the music business with indu…
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