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Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
In this episode, I sit down and talk with Carissa Karner, an extraordinary, powerful speaker and coach based in California. Carissa helps purpose-driven professionals and entrepreneurs learn techniques on how to speak with authority, lead with their hearts and touch lives with their powerful messages.
As a certified Clinic-CoachÆ, a licensed psychotherapist, an actress with a plethora of experience on stage, a TEDx presenter and on the way to becoming a certified world-class speaking coach, she draws together a supply of tools that help you gain confidence when speaking in public.
Growing up in the mountains of Yosemite, Carissa was always a shy child. A self-confessed scared little girl, Carissa spent a lifetime hiding in fear of not being able to use her own voice or to be seen amongst the crowd. Excelling at dodgeball, Carissa was able to wear a “cloak of invisibility” to hide from whoever had the ball. This metaphoric situation was actually a representation of her childhood; always hiding from her true self. In 6th grade, Carissa found a passion for acting where she was able to be silly, bigger and louder. This was the first step in her realization that she was destined for a career on the stage and with an amazing teacher and family behind her for support, she was able to go on to pursue an acting degree.
Carissa carried this feeling of self-repression even into her acting career with a sense that she was using acting to ‘hide’ behind a character, using someone else’ words. Was she ever really being her true self or was this career another way of hiding behind something? Realizing that she may not be alone with this, Carissa knew that famous actors, professionals and entrepreneurs (whilst good at what they do) also possess feelings of fear and judgement. The fear of unearthing imperfections or being judged for not having it all together prompted Carissa to pursue a graduate degree in psychotherapy with the aim of helping others to speak fearlessly as themselves.
This shift towards a career in psychotherapy allowed Carissa to help those who may suffer from issues that hold them back in life such as imposter syndrome or stage fright. Drawing upon her childhood and early adult experiences, she knew that when you confidently use your voice anywhere it opens doors to be successful everywhere. By knowing what to say and how to say it effectively, Carissa can guide individuals to create mic dropping speeches that entice audiences but also perfectly showcase the best version of YOU.
Being on the other side of this ‘lack of self-confidence’ feeling has provided Carissa with the tools to help you feel calm, confident and prepared to use your voice in any situation. Feeling comfortable and confident when speaking will not only help drive your business, sales or personal growth but it will also produce visibility and self-assurance. Carissa knew that one-on-one therapy was still masking her true personal growth and it was another method of not being seen whilst listening to others speak instead. This safe behaviour was another guard that obstructed her ability to let her own voice be heard loud and clear.
After being invited to speak at a TEDx talk titled “The art of being your own best friend”, Carissa knew that this experience would prompt a shift in her own personal development. Guided by her own therapy, coaching and learning, Carissa learned how to accept her imperfections and embraced being human. After experiencing her TED talk, she started to think about moving beyond 1-2-1 therapy and onto the subject of helping others in a different way. Of course, that old faithful imposter syndrome made it hard for her to accept this shift at first, but over time Carissa knew that she had the skills and was worthy enough to help people with public speaking whilst boosting their confidence.
With the intention of touching people’s hearts and changing people’s lives, Carissa weaves all parts of her journey into helping others overcome fears and anxieties that surround speaking in public. By extracting her client’s goals or achievement plan she is able to understand and connect with them on a deeper level, providing them with a service tailored to suit their individual needs. It is evident that Carissa is client-centered and strives to make sure that people are showing up, speaking up, and knowing what to say and how to say it effectively.
Carissa has a toolbox of techniques that allows people to make deeper connections with their audiences and creates a space of dialogue, interaction, and engagement. Techniques such as a call to action, solidifying a beginning and an end when speaking, as well as tips on being a good listener, are all pointers that Carissa endorses to make your voice stand out from the crowd.
You can reach out to Carissa by emailing Carissa@fearlessspeak.com or join her free Facebook community group ‘Fearless speakers in training’.
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Timestamps
00:55 Introduction and welcome
02:40 Clarissa’s background
06:20 The shift
09:36 The acting journey
11:29 Psychotherapy journey
12:56 What promoted this?
17:30 What would be a way to work with a client?
18:55 The YOU focus
23:40 What could be missing?
25:55 The beginning and the end
28:18 Pop up workshops and group coaching
30:00 How do you define success?
Wednesday Jul 28, 2021
Wednesday Jul 28, 2021
Eric Seropyan is a digital marketing strategist and owner of ‘This Is My South Bay’ digital marketing agency, located in the South Bay region of Los Angeles. In this episode, Eric and I discuss the importance of SEO and why small businesses should be using Facebook, Instagram, Google, and more to promote their message.
To reach out to Eric and to find out more about his services, visit his website www.thisismysouthbay.com where you can make an appointment for a free 15-minute consultation. Eric and his team will be more than happy to provide advice on how to drive potential clients to your website.
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Timestamps.
01:50 Introduction
03:24 Eric’s background
05:28 Before Digital marketing
06:30 Google analytics explained
10:08 Social media VS website?
14:02: SEO from business pages
16:26 The importance of consistency
20:40: What can a client/ business owner expect from Eric?
26:12: Words of wisdom
27:31: Definition of success?
28:48: Contact Eric
Thursday Jul 15, 2021
Thursday Jul 15, 2021
In this inspirational episode, I get the chance to talk with Amy Gernaat, who is the founder of Amy G Vitality Coaching and Mentorship at the Vitality Coaching Academy. To connect with Amy, you can reach out to her via her Facebook page Amy Gernaat/ Amy G Vitality, or email amygernaat@gmail.com.
In some magical way, the universe brought us together and Amy has been professionally helping me grow and develop not only my connection with food but assisting me with my business, relationship advice, vitality, and wellbeing.
This motivational superwoman has overcome a number of life obstacles before realizing that the nutritional and accomplished lifestyle she now leads, is the one she wants to share with others. Amy shares her expertise with me from her home in Texas where she discusses the adjustments that we can all make to live a healthy and fulfilled life.
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Timestamps
03:44 How did you go to where you are today/ what was your childhood like?
05:15 How did you feel about your body growing up?
08:06 What did you do after high school?
09:58 And then?
16:20 When were you starting your business?
17:07 How Tracy and Amy met.
23:28 Amy’s health crisis explained
35:12 How do you define success?
Tuesday Jun 29, 2021
Tuesday Jun 29, 2021
In this episode, we are going to get to know a true story about determination, hard work, and positivity. Stacey Huish’s story is one of a kind about making connections through more than four hundred people.
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TIMESTAMPS
3:50 what’s her story?
6:52 what did your parent think about your vision at an early age?
7:30 when did you Start gathering people?
8:18 how do you put everyone together in?
12:30 being 18 makes you an adult? Or is it just a number?
16:36 ripple effect in a relationship
Sunday Jun 20, 2021
Sunday Jun 20, 2021
In this episode, I talk with Kathe Downs, owner-operator of LX FIT CAMP, an Online fitness coach. Her story is full of inspiration and motivation and I’m sure you want to learn more about how she became a coaching fitness expert. You can learn from her how to look at obstacles as opportunities for growth.
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Wednesday May 26, 2021
Wednesday May 26, 2021
Sarah Michael, an expert in feminine leadership and founder of Sparkling Results Coaching, shares with us her secret to high-ticket sales: taking masculine and feminine energies from romantic relationships and bringing them into the business world. With an extensive background in marketing and business Sarah shares her experience of moving from bankruptcy work in NYC to coaching mission-driven entrepreneurs. To connect more with Sarah, go to www.sparkleresultscoaching.com.
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Friday Apr 30, 2021
Friday Apr 30, 2021
In this episode, I talk with Speaker, Author, and Consultant Eric Schwartzman on his new book, The Digital Pivot - Secrets of Online Marketing. If you’re someone who wants to learn how to move your business online, Eric shares some invaluable tips that you won’t want to miss: from growing his own company and getting big-name customers, to outsourcing a business, and the 4 steps to online business success. For more information on Eric and to grab a copy of his book, you can visit www.ericschwartzman.com or www.digitalpivotbook.com.
If you are looking to move your business online, struggling to get the ball rolling, or you’re ready for some next-steps you can use right away, listen to the success story about a man whose business has taken him from Hollywood to Microsoft to backstage at the Grammys.
Eric Schwartzman, Speaker, Author, Consultant, and Digital Marketing Extraordinaire shares all about his new book, The Digital Pivot - Secrets of Online Marketing, and gives us a peek into his successful career. From his film school beginnings, Eric shares his experience of discovering his calling as a Marketer, how he was able to grow multiple businesses and how he became an authority in the marketing world. Eric walks us through how he wrote his first book, and why writing and publishing the second one was much different the next time around.
Helping small businesses find success online is what Eric is all about. He generously shares some of the secrets he used to help many online businesses, as well as his own, such as using sequencing to accelerate your business and when and why you should outsource the work you do. You can hear all that and more in the episode, but you’ll get every secret from his book:
The Digital Pivot - Secrets of Online Marketing is the perfect book for the general business owner who’s ready or currently working on moving their business online. This book offers a “full overview” with clear explanations and hands-on strategies you can use immediately. You can hear a few of those strategies right here! Check the timestamps below.
Eric is truly an inspiration, and it was an honor speaking with him. In just 32 minutes together I learned more than I thought possible about finding success online.
To learn more, visit his website at www.ericschwartzman.com and grab his book at www.digitalpivotbook.com.
Timestamps:
1:29 Eric’s Journey to Authorship
4:25 Frustrations from the First Book
Monday Feb 08, 2021
Monday Feb 08, 2021
Divine intervention is how I met Clara Rose. Clara and I are involved in a large Social Media Group together and I asked a question, what topic would you share if you were asked to be on a Podcast interview? I had over 300 answers and was drawn immediately to Clara. Turns out, Clara was born and raised in Alaska and now lives in Florida and I moved to Alaska from Florida! Throughout the interview, we learned we have many more interests and I think you will find Clara fascinating and helpful especially if you are writing a book (or looking to write a book).
Clara is a Literary Consultant and Influence Strategist with Intentional Influence. She is the founder of Influence University and the Influence Builders movement, and Chief Editor with RoseDale Publishing. Clara works with those who want to write, speak, and lead, to cultivate their influence and generate more leads, for their business, ministry, cause, or brand. Clara Rose is the creator and host of the popular show, Influence MATTERS.
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Monday Jan 11, 2021
Monday Jan 11, 2021
Today I had the opportunity to interview my (little) brother Gregg Roesch, co-owner of GT Supplies.
My brothers and both their wives are business owners and I thought it would be a good inspirational story to share how Gregg and Todd (my older brother) created a business starting 23 years ago by painting dumpsters. Their business, GT Supplies has grown to a company of 36 employees with many different services within the company. Refurbishing dumpsters being the largest service offered.
The reason I wanted to interview Gregg was to hear how Gregg and Todd took a small idea and created a large corporation. They sought out opportunities in their community to fulfill the community's needs. Starting out in business or looking to create a business, we often get wrapped up in the 'romance' of business thinking we have to be passionate about what we are doing from our core. Passion is great and if there is not a need for your passion, you have no business. Finding and fulfilling a need can open the doors to opportunities and allow you to live a lifestyle spent enjoying your passions. In Gregg's situation, his family!
As an essential service, GT Supplies hasn't missed a day. They continue to reorganizing and communicate in different ways to keep the company growing under all situations. Structure, safety, organization, communication, and stability have been and are the key to longevity with employees and clients.
Gregg says there are always opportunities if you look for them. That being said it is important to stay mindful of the company's mission. It is easy to say yes to so many opportunities and start to lose focus. Saying no is an option and regrouping to define what is best for the company long term is an important part of growth.
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Thursday Dec 31, 2020
Thursday Dec 31, 2020
What a gift to bring you the last podcast episode of 2020! We made it folks and what a year it has been. Happy New Year to each of you!!!
Enjoy this episode as I share what has helped me and countless clients I have been fortunate enough to work with to keep moving forward through all the obstacles this year.
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