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Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastShe Made Her Kids Co-Founders — and Started a Movement with Elizabeth BrunnerIn this episode, Alessandra talks with Elizabeth Brunner, founder and CEO of Stereotype Kids, a gender-inclusive clothing brand inspired by her own twins. Elizabeth shares how her journey as a mom and entrepreneur led her to question traditional gender norms and launch a brand focused on self-expression and individuality. With her children as co-founders, she’s building a movement that empowers kids to be their authentic selves. HIGHLIGHTS How her twins inspired the idea for Stereotype Kids Why she made the leap from sustainable fashion to a purpose-led brand The role of her kids as co-founders an...2025-04-1837 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastSEO as a Visibility Driver with Amber JohnsonIn this episode, Alessandra Polina chats with Amber Johnson, founder and CEO of Maeven Marketing, about her journey from marketing professional to SEO and branding expert. Amber shares how she built her business, transitioned from managing a team to a solopreneur model, and developed flexible, personalized SEO strategies that help businesses stand out. Tune in to hear her insights on scaling a business, creating data-driven SEO strategies, and aligning entrepreneurship with personal goals. HIGHLIGHTS The Challenges of Scaling a Business: Amber shares lessons from managing a team and why she pivoted to a solo m...2025-03-191h 01Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastBuilding a Thriving Real Estate Empire From Scratch with Jackie CoffeyIn this episode, Alessandra Polina sits down with Jackie Coffey, a real estate investor and entrepreneur who turned obstacles into opportunities. From making 202 calls to secure her first loan to flipping over a thousand houses, Jackie shares how resilience, accountability, and a problem-solving mindset fueled her journey. She also opens up about her family's struggles, her ventures beyond real estate—including building Texas' largest escape room—and her passion for inspiring others through speaking and mentorship. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on perseverance, innovation, and success. HIGHLIGHTS Turning Struggles into Success: Jackie shares how her fami...2025-03-1151 min
The Magnetic Boss Podcast for Spiritual EntrepreneursLeveraging PR and Proactive Visibility Opportunities with Alessandra PollinaSend us a textIn this episode of The Magnetic Boss Podcast, we chat with PR expert, Alessandra Pollina—the founder of Quotable Media Co—to dive deep into the power of public relations for building a magnetic brand. Alessandra shares her unconventional journey from starting in restaurant PR to growing a full-service media company, revealing how authentic connections and earned visibility can set your brand apart. We explore:• How referral-based beginnings and niche expertise paved the way for rapid growth• The difference between earned media coverage and paid advertising• Actionable steps for e...2025-02-2842 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastThe Power of Outrageous Kindness with Kristina Joy CarlsonIn this episode, Alessandra Polina sits down with Kristina Joy Carlson, founder of The Kind Method and Outrageous Kindness, and Managing Director of Global Philanthropy at Carter. Kristina shares her journey from a philanthropy-focused upbringing to launching businesses that drive positive change. She introduces The Kind Method, a transformative framework designed to help individuals and organizations achieve impact through everyday kindness. Tune in to learn how embracing joy, navigating change, and leading with kindness can elevate both personal and professional success. HIGHLIGHTS The Power of Kindness in Leadership: Kristina discusses how kindness is a strategic tool...2025-02-2647 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastHow Amber Renae Transitioned from Fashion to Building a Successful Online Course BusinessIn this episode of Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur Podcast, Alessandra Polina chats with Amber Renee, a successful entrepreneur and author. Amber takes us through her entrepreneurial journey, from launching a fashion label to transitioning into online course creation. She reveals how personal branding, intentionality, and consistency have driven her success. Amber shares her strategies for building automated business systems, funnel hacking, and creating sustainable revenue streams. Plus, she talks about her book Dream Life, offering valuable insights on running a thriving online business. HIGHLIGHTS Amber's journey: How she transitioned from fashion to online course creation and...2025-02-0544 min
Fearless and Flawed: Women In ChargeBuilding a PR Empire One Story at a Time with Alessandra PollinaReady to amplify your voice? Meet Alessandra Pollina, the founder of Quotable Media Co., a PR agency dedicated to helping female entrepreneurs tell their stories and elevate their brands. What started with a simple desire to share meaningful stories has turned into a powerhouse agency that empowers women to be seen and heard in all the right places.
In this episode, Alessandra opens up about her journey—from college intern to PR agency owner—sharing the highs, the lessons learned, and the strategies that have fueled her success. Whether you’re new to PR or lookin...2025-01-271h 03
AccountableEp. 7: [Alessandra Pollina] Increase your Impact By Increasing Your Brand VisibilitySend us a textIn this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Alessandra Pollina who supports clients who want to increase their brand visibility. We talked about everything from the fear of putting yourself out there to the power of consistent action. Alessandra shares the importance of setting realistic goals, creating a solid plan, and holding yourself accountable. We also discussed the power of community and the importance of finding supportive people who can help you stay motivated. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your brand to the ne...2024-12-1642 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastScaling with Intention: How Alex Batdorf is Revolutionizing Women’s EntrepreneurshipIn this episode, Alessandra Pollina sits down with Alex Batdorf, the founder and CEO of "Get Shit Done LLC," a company dedicated to helping women entrepreneurs grow their businesses with purpose and impact. Alex shares her journey from launching two successful fashion tech companies to founding a platform that challenges traditional growth models and supports women in overcoming systemic barriers. Together, they explore the importance of focusing on viable business models, the power of niche markets, and the role of personal connection in entrepreneurship. Alex’s insights offer a fresh perspective on what it takes to build and scale a...2024-11-1356 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEmpowering Women in Law and Finance with Jessie GabrielIn this inspiring episode, Alessandra Pollina sits down with Jessie Gabriel, the founder and CEO of All Places, a mission-driven law firm that focuses on funds and startups. Jessie shares her journey from working at a big law firm to launching her own firm aimed at demystifying law and finance for women. They discuss the challenges women face in these traditionally male-dominated fields and the importance of creating spaces where women feel empowered to ask questions and take control of their financial futures. HIGHLIGHTS The Power of Money and Law: Jessie talks about the intimidation women...2024-10-2337 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastScale Your Business & Reclaim Your Time with Tanya AlvarezIn this episode of The Quotable Podcast, Alessandra Polina interviews Tanya Alvarez, the inspiring founder of OwnersUp, a B2B service-based business dedicated to helping entrepreneurs scale their ventures and reclaim their time. HIGHLIGHTS Tanya's Entrepreneurial Journey: Tanya shares her story of diving into entrepreneurship at the age of 25. Despite facing significant challenges, she grew her first business to over $1 million in its first year. Streamlining Business Operations: Tanya explains the strategies she implemented to streamline business operations, allowing her to focus on growth and reclaim her personal time. Balancing Personal and Professional Life: Tanya provides insights into how she le...2024-07-1238 min
Le vie delle Foto - PodcastLe vie delle Foto Dodicesima Edizione - Intervista ad Alessandra PollinaAlessandra Pollina: conosciuta da tutti come Ale, si è appassionata alla fotografia da diversi anni. La fotografia le offre la possibilità di condividere con gli altri ciò che più ama del mondo e di interpretarlo in modo sempre più personale. La sua passione per la fotografia naturalistica e per tutto ciò che riguarda la natura e gli elementi che la compongono è evidente nelle sue opere. Ale trova gioia nel catturare la bellezza degli ambienti naturali e nel condividerla con gli altri attraverso le sue fotografie.Sulla Cresta dell'onda: Alessandra Pollina ha deciso di immortalare ciò che per lei rappresenta quasi una...2024-03-1006 min
Sip and Soul PodcastAlessandra PollinaAlessandra Pollina is the founder of Quotable Media Co., a PR and media agency which works to elevate women-led brands and produces Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur Podcast and Quotable Magazine. She also hosts PR workshops and educational programs for small business owners and runs the Female Founders of Boston networking group. Alessandra sits on the board of the Massachusetts chapter of the National Organization for Women (Mass NOW), and was awarded the 40 Under 40 from Boston Business Journal in 2022. She's based in Boston, where she lives with her husband and 9-year-old son. Find her at quotablemediaco.com.quotablemediaco...2024-03-0723 min
Creating Powerful ImpactIs PR really needed? with Alessandra Pollina, Founder of Quotable MediaCan PR really make that big of a difference for my company?Alessandra Pollina, Founder of Quotable Media, joins me, Shay Wheat, on the latest episode of Creating Powerful Impact to share exactly why we need public relations, even if we are doing it ourselves.Alessandra shares the number one reason you need PR is to get in front of more people. You are giving this new audience a deep dive into who you are and what sets you apart when you appear on TV, in magazines, on podcasts, and the radio. Not...2024-03-0223 min
Growing Pains | Where Business Owners Come to Plan Maternity LeaveAlessandra PollinaAlessandra Pollina is the founder of Quotable Media Co., a PR and media agency which works to elevate women-led brands and produces Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur Podcast and Quotable Magazine. She also hosts PR workshops and educational programs for small business owners and runs the Female Founders of Boston networking group. Alessandra sits on the board of the Massachusetts chapter of the National Organization for Women (Mass NOW), and was awarded the 40 Under 40 from Boston Business Journal in 2022. She's based in Boston, where she lives with her husband and 8-year-old son. CONNECT WITH ALESSANDRA:ww...2023-12-0632 min
EXTRAORDINARY Women - Your Next ChapterWhat Is PR and Do You Need It? - An Interview with Alessandra PollinaIf you are wanting to create a side gig, or you’ve got a book in the works, today we’re going to explore the world of PR and media with Alessandra Pollina. We’re not only going to hear from a woman who created her own business, but if you’re like me, you might be super interested to finally understand what exactly PR is all about and whether we even need it to grow our businesses or sell our books.Alessandra Pollina is the founder of Quotable Media co., a PR and media agency which works to...2023-10-2345 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastMini Chat: 4 Ways to Get Yourself in Quotable MagazineJoin Quotable Podcast host, Alessandra Pollina in another mini chat this week. In addition to being the Quotable Podcast host, Alessandra is also Editor in Chief and Founder of Quotable Magazine- the magazine by and for female entrepreneurs. She is diving into all the ways you can get involved in Quotable Magazine, since creating visibility opportunities for female entrepreneurs is a key part of the Quotable mission. So listen in to hear four ways you can see yourself in Quotable Magazine. In this episode you will learn: Visibility opportunities for your personal brand and business...2023-10-0522 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastMini Chat: 4 Things to Know About Hiring a PR Agency Join host, Alessandra Pollina in the first of Quotable Podcast’s mini chat series. After running a PR agency for the last 10 years, Alessandra has learned a lot working with clients. One big thing she has seen is that a lot of people don’t know what to expect or what to look for when hiring a PR agency. So listen in to hear four key things you need to know before hiring one for the first time. In this episode, you will be able to: Learn what it looks like dealing with a PR...2023-09-2818 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastBoost Your Confidence through the Power of the Nervous System with Maria-Victoria AlbinaAre you an entrepreneur looking to build confidence and achieve your goals? Join host Alessandra Pollina as she interviews Maria-Victoria Albina, a coach and somatic experiencing practitioner, who shares the relationship the nervous system has to building confidence. But what happens when your nervous system is dysregulated? Tune in to find out how Albina's insights will help you re-evaluate your approach to building your business, ultimately boosting your overall confidence. María-Victoria Albina (she/her) is a Master Certified Somatic Life Coach, UCSF-trained Family Nurse Practitioner and Breathwork Meditation Guide with a passion for helping humans socialized a...2023-09-2148 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastHow We Run Quotable Media Co on a 4 Day Work WeekAt Quotable Media Co we’ve been running on a 4 day work week for years. We asked you the listeners what you wanted to hear for this week’s podcast episode, and a majority of you voted to hear about how Quotable Media Co successfully runs on a 4 day work week. So Quotable Podcast host, Alessandra Pollina, will be sharing how this works for Quotable Media Co to give you insight into how you can successfully implement a 4 day workweek in your business. This is the real, imperfect, behind the scenes look at what we do as a PR...2023-08-3057 min
Bold Like Her PodcastAlessandra Pollina - Quotable Media CoAlessandra Pollina is the founder of Quotable Media Co., a PR and media agency which works to elevate women-led brands and produces Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur Podcast and Quotable Magazine. She also hosts PR workshops and educational programs for small business owners and runs the Female Founders of Boston networking group. Alessandra sits on the board of the Massachusetts chapter of the National Organization for Women (Mass NOW), and was awarded the 40 Under 40 from Boston Business Journal in 2022. She's based in Boston, where she lives with her husband and 8-year-old son. During our conversation she shares how...2023-08-2828 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastQ&A on Life & Biz With Quotable Founder Alessandra We recently asked our listeners and Instagram followers to send in questions for Quotable founder, Alessandra Pollina, to answer for a fun Q&A episode of the Quotable Podcast. Alessandra is the founder of Quotable Media Co, a Boston based PR agency and also the publisher of Quotable magazine and host of the Quotable Podcast, both by and for female entrepreneurs. Listen in as she answers your questions to get to know her a little bit more and be inspired by her drive to make things happen for her business- all while being a wife, mom, and...2023-07-1450 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastStrategies for Building New Business Relationships That Last Creating meaningful connections is vital for both personal and professional growth. When you actively make an effort to expand your social circle, you provide yourself with opportunities to learn, grow, and collaborate with others while enhancing your overall entrepreneurial journey. Quotable host, Alessandra Pollina, highlights the importance of connecting with others purposefully and personally, which not only leads to fruitful outcomes, but also opens the doors to any future collaborations. She shares her own experiences and emphasizes the significance of attending social and professional events to establish and strengthen connections within the business community. In t...2023-06-2131 min
She Sells Radio303 - How to Get Amazing PR with Alessandra PollinaAny time we have a conversation on the She Sells Radio podcast about PR, I get so many questions from the audience and feedback that this is something you want to know more about, so today I am SO excited to bring you a real expert on this topic, Alessandra Pollina. Alessandra Pollina is the founder and owner of Quotable Media Co., a PR agency and media company that celebrated 10 years in business in 2022. She attended Boston University’s College of Communication where she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Communications with a focus on public relations, and a minor in...2023-05-3042 min
Superhuman Selling303 - How to Get Amazing PR with Alessandra PollinaAny time we have a conversation on the She Sells Radio podcast about PR, I get so many questions from the audience and feedback that this is something you want to know more about, so today I am SO excited to bring you a real expert on this topic, Alessandra Pollina. Alessandra Pollina is the founder and owner of Quotable Media Co., a PR agency and media company that celebrated 10 years in business in 2022. She attended Boston University’s College of Communication where she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Communications with a focus on public relations, and a minor in...2023-05-3042 minSuperhuman Selling303 - How to Get Amazing PR with Alessandra PollinaAny time we have a conversation on the She Sells Radio podcast about PR, I get so many questions from the audience and feedback that this is something you want to know more about, so today I am SO excited to bring you a real expert on this topic, Alessandra Pollina. Alessandra Pollina is the founder and owner of Quotable Media Co., a PR agency and media company that celebrated 10 years in business in 2022. She attended Boston University’s College of Communication where she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Communications with a focus on public relations, and a minor in...2023-05-3042 min
Le vie delle Foto - PodcastLe vie delle Foto XI edizione - Intervista a Alessandra PollinaALESSANDRA POLLINA: Sono Alessandra Pollina, vivo a Ferrara e ho iniziato a fare fotografie alcuni anni fa. Questa mia passione è nata improvvisamente, poco dopo aver intrapreso alcuni tour di birdwaching nel Delta del Po. Amo soprattutto fare foto naturalistiche, mi piace immortalare animali selvatici immersi nel loro ambiente naturale, cogliere momenti e atteggiamenti della loro vita e i loro rituali di corteggiamento. Cerco sempre di mostrare a chi guarda le mie foto la meraviglia che riconosco nella natura. Mare da amareUno degli ambienti più affascinanti in assoluto a parer mio è il mare e di tut...2023-03-2207 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastRaising the Vibe in 2023In this week’s episode I wanted to dive into raising your brand's vibe in 2023. What I mean by this is just taking your brand and turning it up to be a little stronger, so it becomes a little clearer and a little more obvious to your audience. Most people don’t see everything we do, and nothing we do comes across quite as strong as we think it does. They’re not sitting down and seeing your marketing plan the way that you are - they’re seeing everything out of order and with just a glimpse. 2023-02-2254 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastSetting my Goals and Intentions for a More Profitable 2023In this week’s episode I wanted to share a behind the scenes look into what I’m planning for the new year and what my intentions, word of the year, and goals are for 2023. I always love when other people share things like that, so I thought I would do it too for those of you who like that behind the scenes look at someone else’s business. If you’re listening for the first time, I’m Alessandra, the founder of Quotable Media Co, a PR and media agency, and the host of this- the Quotable P...2023-01-2044 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastKelley Higney on Taking a New Product from the Farmer’s Markets to the Global MarketIn this week’s episode, I got to talk with Kelley Higney, the Founder and CEO of Bug Bite Thing, a chemical-free solution that instantly alleviates the stinging, itching and swelling caused by insect bites and stings. Hearing this story was so inspiring to see the passion and personal story behind the launch of what is now a global product. We chatted about how Kelley and her family were unprepared for the mosquitoes after moving to Florida from California and how her oldest daughter, who was just six-months-old at the time, suffered terribly from mosquito bites. When no...2022-10-1247 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastAdriana Keefe on The Power of Rewiring Your Thoughts to a Growth MindsetIn this week’s episode, I got to talk with Adriana Keefe, a Life and Manifestation coach who helps high achieving women create life balance without sacrificing their goals. She is a mom of 3, wife, lover of wine, swear words, and "New Girl", and works with women in multiple capacities - from workshops and speaking to personal 1:1 coaching. She is also the host of the Women Who Want More podcast. We got to dive into her business journey and how she found herself life coaching after pivoting careers multiple times. If you’ve been feeling stuck...2022-09-2150 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEp 110: How to Really Feel Ready to Press Send on That PitchAre your pitches just sitting in your drafts waiting for you to press send? I’ve been there too, like so many of us have, and I want to help your pitches move from the drafts folder to sent! Sending out a new pitch can be nerve wracking, especially if you’re not feeling 100% confident. I find that people often get through what they think of as the hard part– coming up with ideas, building their media list, finding the media contact info, drafting a pitch, and then the minute they feel they should send the email there’s somethin...2022-09-0125 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastRachael Meyers on the Power of Branding & True CommunityThis week I am so excited to be chatting with Rachael Meyers, founder of The Collective Co, a coworking space for Boston women to work, gather, collaborate and feel a greater sense of self-worth. Rachael grew up on the Massachusetts South Shore and after a ten year hiatus living and working in NYC, she and her husband decided to move back to raise their family. As a mother working from home she quickly realized how important it was to have a space dedicated to connection and creation, free from the distractions that home can bring with it. A...2022-08-1753 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastWhat to Look for Before You Pitch a PublicationAre you ready to pitch your brand for media coverage, but not sure where to send that first pitch? On this week’s episode, I’m diving into what to look for before you pitch a publication. Questions about this topic have been coming up a lot in the PR Bootcamp which will be opening again this fall, so I wanted to share some tips with my Quotable Podcast audience as well. If you’ve been thinking about doing your own PR, then these tips will be really helpful for you. So many people are hesitant...2022-08-0318 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastRenee Perkins on Building a Boutique Marketing Agency During the PandemicIn this week’s episode, I got to talk with Renee Perkins, CEO and Founder of Nantucket Island Marketing (NIM). NIM is an east coast digital marketing agency that provides growth-driven marketing solutions which connect small businesses with their target customers that was founded in 2020, right after the pandemic hit. We got to chat about what inspired her to launch her business and hear how she has built a successful marketing agency from the ground up, straight out of college. When the world shut down in the middle of her post graduate job hunting and with hiring at...2022-07-2046 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastSammy Handler on going from Emerging Artist to Successful CEOOn this week’s episode I have the chance to talk to Sammy Handler, the Artist and Founder of Kicks by Sammy. We get to hear about how she turned her sneaker-painting side hustle in college, into a thriving, boot-strapped, custom accessories business. Tune in to hear how she went from an emerging artist and college student to a successful entrepreneur and CEO. In this episode you will hear: -How one social post grew into a full time business -How customer feedback helped her pivot into her most successful marke...2022-06-2243 min
The No BS Human Design PodcastEp. 32 How To Build a Public Relations Media Company From Scratch with Alessandra PollinaSend us a text"Looking back now, I realize I could never work for anyone else."Man, if I had a nickel for every time I heard that!A lot of us get into entrepreneurship "accidentally", but we later recognize that was our path all along.For Alessandra Pollina, she never had plans to start her own company...she just hated where she was working and knew she could do it better. So she did.Alessandra is a wife, mom, and the founder of Quotable Media Co. She has a...2022-06-1651 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastHow to Know Exactly Who to Pitch at Each PublicationAre you ready to pitch your story for media coverage but unsure who exactly to reach out to? You’re not alone. I’ve been getting this question a lot lately in our PR Bootcamp, so I wanted to take some time to share some tried and true tips to help you know exactly who to pitch and why so that your story is able to be heard. -The 3 main types of people you may need to reach at a publication -How to decide which person is right for your pitch 2022-06-1551 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastMelissa Boloña on the Healing Power of BrothIn this week’s episode we hear from Melissa Boloña, Founder and CEO of Beauty and the Broth, a shelf stable, subscription based bone and vegetable broth business. Melissa is former a model and actress, that has graced magazine covers, worked with the world’s best makeup artists, and sampled every top beauty product out there, yet she still credits bone broth as her #1 beauty secret. After falling in love with broth and wishing there were more local spots to grab a mug of it, Melissa knew this was the business she had always wanted to create. Listen in to hea...2022-05-2555 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastGroup Program vs Self Paced Course- Why we relaunched our program BTSHave you ever run your own online course or participated in a group program? There are pluses to both formats of online learning, and I personally have loved both in different instances. In this week’s episode I am diving into the behind the scenes of why I redesigned our previously self-paced DIY PR course into a new, more hands-on group program, and how that has brought better results for not only course enrollment, but also for those participating in the group program. In this episode you will hear: -The journey of starting the first on...2022-05-1154 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastAmy Welsman on Creating Luxury Skincare for Your HandsIn this episode we hear from Amy Welsman, Founder and CEO of PAUME, a luxury skincare brand for hands, featuring products including an Antibacterial Gel, Exfoliating Hand Cleanser, and Probiotic Hand Balm. PAUME is Certified plastic neutra, vegan, and cruelty free, and has been seen on celeb Instagram accounts, like Adele. Amy takes an innovative approach with PAUME to really elevate the hand hygiene experience with products that feel good and look good– and she came up with this idea and started the company before Covid hit. Talk about the right product at the right time. Listen in to hear ho...2022-04-2759 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastThe Best Podcast Pitches I’ve Gotten RecentlyThis week I am diving into some of my favorite podcast pitches that I’ve received recently, what made them stand out, and what you can learn from them. As a PR agency owner and the host of the Quotable Podcast, I not only send pitches for clients, but receive podcast pitches regularly. I wanted to share a little about being on the receiving end of a pitch and how that can impact the way you send your pitches, and achieve the positive responses you’re looking for. In this episode you will hear: 2022-04-1333 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastCelebrating 100 Episodes with Erica Werber & The Scents of NYCErica Werber, founder of Literie Candle, joins me on today’s 100th episode! She launched what she thought was a pandemic hobby with the help of her kids scent sampling while remote learning and planned to then return to her normal career. However Literie sold over 10,000 candles in just nine months after launching. Literie’s inspiration and branding is like a love letter to NYC with scents for different memories throughout NYC, developed during a time when people couldn’t go out and smell them. Literie candles are created with a vegan soy and coconut wax blend paired with high-q...2022-03-301h 04Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastHow to Plan Q2 Goals that Will Drive Business SuccessAre you ready to set your Q2 business goals? A key ingredient in driving business success is planning ahead, so I wanted to share some tips with you of how I have been goal setting in order to grow my business as a PR Agency Owner, Online Course Director, and Editor in Chief of Quotable Magazine. I want to help you set your Q2 goals in a way that drives your business forward. In this episode you will hear: -How to determine your big picture goals -How to break down your go...2022-03-1631 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastTiffany Washington on Crafting Proposals that Land 5 Figure ContractsOn this week’s episode I got to chat with Tiffany A. Washington, the founder and CEO of Transformation 7. Tiffany is a televised businesses and education expert who helps individuals and entities amplify their brand and accelerate their goals by mastering their credibility and visibility. She has used her background as a school principal and educator to tap into those skills to create courses, products, and workshops that help budding entrepreneurs secure 5-figure deals. In this episode you will learn: -How she helps entrepreneurs find their secret sauce and turn that into a cons...2022-03-0251 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastHow to Strengthen Client Relationships for Long Term SuccessA thriving service based business is built on your ability to bring on new clients and to retain existing clients. So I wanted to share with you ways I have learned to strengthen client relationships for long term success that I’ve learned over the last 9 years as a PR agency owner. In this episode you will learn: -The right mindset for building client relationship -Simple ways to connect personally with your clients -How to give the best client experience -Best practices for client communication -5 th...2022-02-1622 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastKristine Resendes on Building Lasting Connections that Grow Your BusinessIt's the Quotable Podcast 3rd anniversary and in this week’s episode we hear from Kristine Resendes, Founder & CEO of Social Thrive, a full service digital marketing agency. Social Thrive builds custom digital marketing strategies that help businesses thrive online. Powered by innovation, analytics, creativity, and topped off with a personal touch. They are a Boston Based agency with two national offices in Miami, FL and Los Angeles, CA. In this episode you will learn: -How to build connections with other business owners -The value in building trust with your clients -T...2022-02-021h 19Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastThe Most Important Trait for Successful PREveryone has heard that honesty is the best policy, but did you know that applies in your business PR efforts as well? We all want to have a successful business, yet we don’t need to sacrifice honesty and integrity to get there. In fact, in your business and PR efforts, honesty can set you apart from the rest and bring longevity in your brand’s reputation. In this episode you will hear: -Why it is important to think about the long game over immediate results -How to clarify your message and wh...2022-01-1927 min
The Collective Co. PodcastEpisode 38: Alessandra Pollina of Quotable Media Co. TUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | STITCHER | AUDIBLE Alessandra Pollina is the founder and owner of Quotable Media Co. She attended Boston University’s College of Communication where she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Communications with a focus on public relations, and a minor in anthropology. Throughout her college years she held many internships in the PR field at some of the best agencies in Boston. This vast array of experiences became the foundation of her PR career and positioned her to launch her own company, a full-service boutique PR and marketing agency, in 2012 at just 23 years ol...2022-01-1057 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastSherese Shy-Holmes on her 3 Steps to Success Business StrategySpeaker, business coach and entrepreneur, Sherese Shy-Homes, aka The Business Doula joined us for this week’s episode. With a master’s degree in business and a history of work with the IRS in tax and auditing, she has perfected a unique approach to creating actionable solutions for her life and business coaching clients. Now she is helping clients learn how to monetize their expertise, build their courses and book high ticket clients on repeat. In this episode you will hear: -How she reached her first 10K month -How branding impacted her bus...2022-01-0551 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastHere's What Actually Makes You MagneticThere’s a difference between people and brands who truly seem magnetic and get people around them excited, and people who don’t. Have you ever started to do PR outreach for your brand but felt like something was holding you back? It’s probably related. In this episode, I am diving into the mindset things that can hold you back, and discussing the importance of feeling fully prepped, in both mindset and materials, so that you have the confidence you need for successful outreach that will mobilize other people. As a PR Agency owner, I have seen how important it is...2021-12-2225 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastRossalvi Marte on Stepping into the CEO You Are Meant to BeRossalvi Marte founder and CEO of Marte and Co, a New York Marketing and Business Consulting agency for both premium service and product based companies, as well as B2B companies. Marte and Co. offers one agency for multiple business needs, everything from branding all the way to marketing and sales. Rossalvi uses her unique background from growing up in the Dominican Republic and studying business in New York, to bring the best results to her clients. In this episode you will hear: -How Rossalvi started a business branding, marketing, and...2021-12-1543 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastChelsea Kim on Launching a New Banking Concept into the Digital SpaceChelsea Kim, is the co-founder and head of operations at Bella Loves Me, the first banking service powered by love. Chelsea helped launch Bella during the pandemic, based on the purpose of creating a conversational banking experience. Bella currently offers checkings and savings accounts, but with a unique twist. Bella is all about helping your relationship with money every more fun while giving tools to help you meet financial goals and eliminating your negative associations with finances. In this episode you will hear: -How they launched a new banking concept into the digital space during the...2021-12-0149 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastJess & Emily Behind the Scenes at a Major Influencer Management AgencyJess Hunichen and Emily Ward are the co-founders of the multi-faceted influencer and PR agency, Shine. After launching Shine PR January 2015, the team quickly saw the opportunity to fill a void in the influencer landscape. In November 2015, Shine Influencers was born, built to serve as a resource for brands and marketing/PR agencies with one-on-one talent management and campaign strategy consulting. Listen in to hear the story of how they built their business into one of the most reputable influencer talent agencies and learn about the power of influencer marketing for your brand. In this episode you will hear: ...2021-11-1756 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastHow to Use PR to Position Yourself for Expert StatusAre you an expert in your field, but nobody knows your expertise? People are looking for proof, and I want to help you show them what you’re worth. Listen in for tips on how to use PR to position yourself for expert status. In this episode you will hear: -Why being an expert in your field is important -How being an expert allows you to help people beyond your current clients -What are the right kind of media opportunities are to position yourself as an expert in your...2021-11-1036 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastCarrie Sporer on Self-funding and Launching Innovative Hair CareCarrie Sporer, co-founder of SWAIR Showerless shampoo, is joining me today to talk about founding a hair care product for people that work out as an alternative to dry shampoo. We dive into what it’s like to create a product when you have no background in that industry, smart ways to invest your time & money when launching a new product, and the importance of brand building. Listen in to hear how you can make the smartest decisions for your business! In this episode you will hear -How they created a prod...2021-11-0350 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastHow to Know Who and What to Pitch in Your Media OutreachAre you ready to secure media features on your brand or business but not sure how to know who exactly to pitch at each publication, or what exactly to pitch them in order to make it happen? There are some tips and tricks to get familiar with in terms of what to look for and what to keep in mind to make sure you’re pitching the right person the right thing. Listen in for tips on how to do this to get the best results for your efforts. In this episode you will hear:...2021-10-2736 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastThe 411K on Financial Wellness for WomenKatherine and Katie from the 411k Podcast and Book Club joined me for this week’s episode for an amazing chat on financial wellness. Their mission is to take the fear and shame out of talking about money and making it an approachable topic for women. Not talking about money is costing women money and it’s time to get the conversation started. Listen in to hear the things you have control over for your financial wellness. In this episode you will hear - The best tips for your path t...2021-10-201h 01Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastAuthenticity in PRHave you been sending out PR pitches but getting no response? I’m here to tell you why you’ve been hearing crickets and to share some ways you can fill up that inbox with email responses. In this episode you will hear: -Why authenticity matters -Tips for reaching out to media -Ways to make your ask clear and personal -Why being likeable matters -Ways to find real connections -How to make your emails stand out I wou...2021-10-1335 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastHaley Pavone on Reinventing the High Heel for the Modern WomanHaley Pavone, Founder of Pashion footwear, the first convertible high heel is dishing out the details on what it’s like to be a young female entrepreneur. Pashion footwear is founded on practical fashion that brings women’s voices & the lifestyle of the modern woman into women’s footwear. We talk about how following her thread of inspiration at 20 years old with no experience gave her the confidence to question WHY shoes aren’t made differently and how she began navigating the female entrepreneur community at just 20 years old. Listen in to hear the behind the scenes details of bui...2021-10-0658 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEp 83: Lessons from 9 Years in BusinessHave you been wondering what it takes to build a successful business? I just celebrated 9 years in business and I’m sharing some of the unique keys to building a business with longevity that I have learned along the way. Listen in for some of my unpopular opinions that I attribute to helping me reach this milestone of 9 years in business. In this episode you will hear: -How to find success in business, while actually enjoying it. -How to see beyond the marketing strategies to what really matters in building a successful business....2021-09-2936 min
SHINY HAPPY PEOPLE with Vinay KumarEp 56: Alessandra Pollina, the Quotable Female Millennial EntrepreneurSend us a textMeet Alessandra Pollina, founder and owner of the Boston-based boutique PR and marketing agency Quotable Media Co., who became a full-fledged entrepreneur at just 23! Over the next nine years, her experience further fueled a deep passion for female entrepreneurship. In 2016, Alessandra founded the Female Millennial Entrepreneurs Boston networking group which brings likeminded entrepreneurs and business owners together to connect and share learning experiences. She also launched The Female Millennial Entrepreneur Podcast, a podcast inspired by the group, by and for female millennial entrepreneurs with an international reach. [05:26s] B...2021-09-2355 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastLauren Ranalli on Self Publishing and Marketing Strategy That Drives SalesLauren Ranalli, award winning self-published author and coach for new authors is joining me today to talk about all the things that go into self- publishing and creating a marketing and branding strategy for your business to drive consistent sales. We talk about how to keep sales going throughout the year, establishing your audience early on and how to manage expectations. Lauren has successfully self published 3 books and is working on her fourth self-published book. Bringing her experience as a successful self published author, she dives into the benefits of selling through your website, doing your own distribution and pr...2021-09-2248 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastDawn Foster on How to Use Numbers for Strategic MarketingDawn Foster, owner of D Foster Marketing, is joining me today to talk about all things marketing and strategy for your business, from a numbers perspective. We talk about how to use numbers to figure out what is working and not working in your marketing efforts. Dawn brings a unique perspective because she has a background in graphic design but she also loves numbers and spreadsheets. Bringing her creative skills along with the analytical, she has a full service marketing mind and is able to help business owners grow their businesses. Listen in to hear...2021-06-3036 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastAmanda Hayes on Having Confidence In Your Relationship To MoneyTalking about money can be scary and uncomfortable, but it is also necessary, especially for female entrepreneurs. Today I am joined by Amanda K. Hayes to do just that - talk all things money, from the most common mistakes that you want to avoid to the best ways to invest. Amanda is the president & founder of AKH Financial Corp. She takes a comprehensive approach to incorporating all aspects of personal, retirement, investment, estate, tax, and business planning. She works with individuals, business owners, and high net worth families offering a diverse platform of wealth management, insurance, and consulting s...2021-06-1641 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastKim Walls on Running Multiple Clean Skin Care BrandsTaking ancient wisdom and marrying it with modern science to achieve amazing results. This might sound too good to be true, but this is exactly what Kim Walls, my guest in today’s episode, does through a number of her businesses in the clean beauty industry. Kim is a serial entrepreneur, a brand founder, co-founder and angel investor with a resume that will definitely amaze you. She is the founder of BEB Organic and co-founder of Fortuna Skin and Kelsen Products, among many others. Kim is here today to talk about her backstory in creating multiple successful businesses and sh...2021-06-0255 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 78: Lauren Gregor on Starting a Children's Subscription Business During a PandemicI am joined today by Lauren Gregor, founder and CEO of Rent-a-Romper, a rental clothing company for babies and toddlers. I am so excited for you to hear about this super cute and extremely useful company that Lauren launched and has grown during this crazy pandemic. Lauren is a mom to two young boys who became frustrated with the amount of clothing and waste that she was generating in her home. She knew there had to be a better way for moms to dress their kids that was convenient but also sustainable and better for the environment. And...2021-05-2636 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur Podcast4 Media Trends This YearDo you struggle with your media outreach? Media outreach is one of the best ways to spread the word about your brand and business, so it is extremely important to get it right. In today’s episode, we go over 4 trends that will make your life so much easier when it comes to reaching out to the media this year and getting your pitches out there. Tune in to find out how to be unique and flexible, how to increase your visibility and build your influence as an expert. In this episode, you will hear: -Why yo...2021-05-1222 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastGina & Angie on Helping Photographers Create a Thriving BusinessI’m excited to welcome two guests today, Gina Brocker and Angie Bonin. Gina and Angie are both wedding photographers and now educators who just launched Revealing the Narrative, a new course for photographers to learn how to create a successful photography business by focusing on what brings them fulfillment and joy. This is such a great conversation around not only photography but also business in general. We dive into the importance of defining what success is for yourself and showing up authentically to attract your ideal clients. Because ultimately being successful isn’t just how much money you are...2021-05-0543 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastShannon Lohr on How to Successfully Launch a Sustainable Fashion BrandI’m so excited to have Shannon Lohr, Founder of Factory 45, on the show today. Factory 45 is a business program for fashion entrepreneurs that is part accelerator and part mastermind for those who want to start sustainable and ethical fashion businesses. I love that she created this program after she started her own fashion brand and realizing how difficult it is to do it- especially in a way that doesn’t harm people and planet. Listen in to hear how she created her own sustainable and ethical fashion brand and how she is now helping other fashion entr...2021-04-2842 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastLet's Put Together Your Q2 Media PlanIf you are doing your own PR, one of the toughest parts of it is just knowing where to start with planning and creating a process. This is why today's episode is a strategy session in which I will walk you through some of the easiest ways to create your PR plan, just in time for the second quarter of the year. So, join me and let's put together your media plan for the next couple of months! In this episode, you will hear: -Laying out your months and things to keep in mind when...2021-04-1441 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastNicole Pearl On Pitching to TVI’m so happy to have Nicole Pearl the Beauty Girl on the show today! She is a former national magazine beauty editor who is now a freelance journalist contributing to magazines, online sites, and on-air as a beauty and lifestyle expert. She has such a unique PR perspective because she has been on all sides of pitching. As a journalist and editor, she has been on the receiving end of pitches and as a beauty and style expert, she also has to pitch her stories to the outlets she wants them to run in. Listen in to hear so...2021-04-0738 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur Podcast3 Things for a Good PitchHow do we make a really good pitch? Pitching can be tough and time consuming but it is worth it if you are sending out a really good pitch. You would rather spend the time and craft a really good pitch that is more likely to be opened and actually get some results than just sending out a lot of pitches and hoping one will stick. The good news is that, when you are pitching on behalf of your business or your brand, there are certain things that you can do to improve your pitching skills and help you...2021-03-3122 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastMargaret Wishingrad on Creating a Healthy Food BrandI am so excited to welcome Margaret Wishingrad, CEO and Co-Founder of Three Wishes Cereal, to the show today. She is sharing all about how she (with the help of her husband) created an amazing product and business because she couldn’t find what she wanted for her child- a cereal that wasn’t full of sugar and questionable ingredients. She set out to create a healthier alternative cereal- one that has more protein, less sugar, and is gluten and grain free. And she succeeded! She is of the mindset, if you can’t find it, then create it! ...2021-03-2439 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastTanessa Shears on Optimizing Productivity To Get More DoneWant to get more done in a day than most people do in a week? Get ready for an exciting new episode (that you don’t want to miss!) as I welcome my next guest, Tanessa Shears. She is a Brain and Body Optimization Coach who helps entrepreneurs scale their businesses by optimizing their health, focus, and productivity with science and biohacking. She works closely with business owners to implement effective sleep, nutrition, work flow and stress management strategies to eliminate brain fog and help them get more done in 8 hours than most people can get done in a we...2021-03-1046 minQuotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastTrish Taylor on Using Style To Grow Your Visibility AuthenticallyI am so excited to welcome my next guest, Trish Taylor, to the podcast today! She is a successful Brand and Embodiment Coach, who helps online entrepreneurs feel comfortable and confident in their own skin! Not only does she elevate their wardrobes, she believes that our wardrobe can give us a little boost of confidence, while really showing our audience who we are! With a background in counseling and a former red carpet stylist, it felt so natural for Trish to jump right into her calling. It was all about helping her clients feel seen and heard! ...2021-02-2436 min
Grow A Small Business PodcastInitially worked for different PR firms to gain experience and in 2012, aged 23, started her own PR business with nothing but her laptop and tons of passion and creativity. Was the only FTE and now has 4 (Alessandra Pollina)In this episode, I interview Alessandra Pollina, the Founder, and CEO of Quotable Media Co (Formerly Pollina PR), a Boston-based public relations, marketing, and media agency with a passion for supporting female entrepreneurs. Alessandra is also the host of Quotable: a female millennial entrepreneur podcast. She works with business owners and entrepreneurs to build their brand and their business through public relations and marketing. After studying PR in college, she used her passion for creativity and helping promote businesses to venture into the PR space. She started out by interning for PR agencies to gain the necessary e...2021-02-1730 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 68: Why Consistency Is More Important Than Passion in BusinessConsistency or Passion in your business- what is more important for you to have? I think it is consistency and am explaining ALL the reasons why in today's episode. And while today's topic might be a little controversial, I think we should be open to thinking and talking about it when it comes to our business. Is being passionate about your business a good thing? Of course! Will you be passionate every single day, month, or year? Definitely not. Passion is great, but it comes and goes, so it doesn't need to be the driving force behind your business. Consistency...2021-02-1725 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 67: Jamie Kolnick on Creating a Musical Biz With Locations Around The CountryGet ready for a good dose of laughter (and possibly a few tears!) as you hear from my guest today, Jamie Kolnick. She is Founder and CEO of Jam with Jamie, which is a children’s entertainment company specializing in music for all kinds of things like birthday parties and special events. What started as a side hustle for Jamie while she was focusing on auditioning for theater roles in New York City, expanded into a booming business in 8 states with over 50 employees. She shares with us how it all happened and how she infuses her love and zest for li...2021-02-1051 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 66: 2 Year Anniversary Q & AIt has been 2 years since I launched this podcast which is so hard to believe!! If you have listened from the beginning, thank you so much for sticking around- and if you’ve found us along the way, I am so grateful. Thank you to all of you! So this episode is a little different as we celebrate 2 years of the podcast. Just as I did for the 1st anniversary of the podcast, this is a Q & A episode. I have gathered questions that people have asked in recent days and weeks and will be answering them. Here are some th...2021-02-0350 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 65: Courtney Fanning on Clarifying Your Audience and MessagingAre you ready to get clear on creating a cohesive message that speaks directly to your ideal client and audience? If so, then this episode is for you! Joining me today is Courtney Fanning, a brand strategist and copywriter and founder of Big Picture Branding. After going through my own rebranding last year, this was such a powerful conversation where we talk through where to start with figuring out who your audience is to how to create messaging that speaks directly to them. This process can be difficult but it is so important as it truly is the foundation of...2021-01-2750 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 64: 4 tips for boosting confidenceAs we ring in the new year, I’m sure you are hearing all about goal setting and making resolutions for yourself and your business. While all of that is important, I decided my first solo episode of 2021 is going to be about something that you really need to be able to reach your goals, build your business, and keep those resolutions- and that is confidence. If you have confidence in yourself and in your business, you will be able to push forward and achieve whatever it is you set out to do. And sometimes we all need a little bo...2021-01-2022 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 63: Nicole Peterkin on How to Get Your Finances in OrderMoney and finances can seem so intimidating and sometimes don’t seem fun to talk about but I think we should be talking about it more, especially after my conversation with my guest today, Nicole Peterkin. She is a certified financial planner and founder and owner of Peterkin Financial where she helps entrepreneurs and business owners financially plan out their dream life. She is sharing so much valuable information from how she started and pivoted her business to fit her lifestyle, to how to start saving your money so you can live your life to the fullest. Get ready to be...2021-01-131h 30
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 62: Tips on Staying Consistent in BusinessIs there something you need to be more consistent at in your business? Have you been wanting to be better about posting on social media or following up with past clients? As we head into the new year, now is the perfect time to find areas in your business where you want to have more consistency and figure out a way to do it. In today’s episode, I am sharing 6 tips to help you create, build, and maintain consistency. Being consistent is not always easy, but I really believe it is important and is the key to success in bu...2020-12-1630 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 61: Jennifer Teixeira on Creating and Building a Baby and Mommy Clothing CompanyI’m so excited to have Jennifer Teixeira join me on the podcast today. She is the owner of Sweet, Sweet Honey Hawaii, an adorable baby and mommy clothing company that she started when she was unable to find clothes for her babies that fit her personality and style. Using her background in graphic design and fashion, she began creating her own prints and clothing for her children that morphed into this amazing business that has been booming, even through Covid. Jennifer walks us through everything about her biz from why and how she started it to balancing it all wh...2020-12-0956 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 60: Claire Ransom on Creating a Plant Subscription ServiceJoining us today is Claire Ransom, Founder of Lazy Flora, a plant subscription box company. I am so excited for you to hear all of her knowledge, wisdom, and experience of how she started and has continued to grow this living product based business. You will hear the behind the scenes of working with her team, how Covid brought a tremendous growth, and how her business pivoted to meet the high demands. Claire also gives us her recommendations for tools to use when starting a subscription based business. Claire founded Lazy Flora in 2017. She's an advocate of living a beautiful...2020-12-0236 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 59: How to find media contact infoToday I want to talk about one thing that will make your life a lot easier when it comes to reaching out to the media for PR- and that is how to find media contact information. If you are doing your own PR and are ready to pitch your story to get featured in the media, you need to have the media gatekeeper’s contact information. With the amazing search engines of the internet, it would seem like it would be easy to find email addresses and contact information, but many times, it can be difficult. Listen in to hear th...2020-11-2530 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 58: Keren De Zwart on Easy, Proactive Legal Advice for Business OwnersFor those of you small business owners who have no idea where to get started with a lawyer or any of the legal stuff for your biz, listen in as my guest today, Keren De Zwart, is filling us in on how it doesn’t have to be so scary or overwhelming. Should you have a sole proprietorship or an LLC? Does your business name need to be trademarked or copyrighted? What are some of the most important documents that you should have in place for your business? While all of these are specific to an individual, you will walk aw...2020-11-1848 min
For Her Empire PodcastHow to Create a PR Strategy With Alessandra PollinaIn this episode of the For Her Empire Podcast, Alessandra Pollina teaches us how to create a winning PR strategy for your business
Alessandra Pollina started Pollina PR with the goal of growing her client’s business and exposure through successful communications with their audiences.
To learn more about Alessandra, or to work with her, visit her website at www.pollinapr.com or connect with her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pollinaPR or Instagram at www.instagram.com/pollinapr
Join For Her Empire's support community of female entrepreneurs at www.forherempire.com...2020-11-1700 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 57: Dr. Cheryl Robinson, ForbesWomen contributor, on the best ways to effectively pitch writersListen in to a personal Q & A my team and I had with Dr. Cheryl Robinson, Founder of Ready2Roar, and Contributor at ForbesWomen. She is telling us all about the good, the bad, and the ugly pitches she has received and giving us advice on what is behind a great pitch. She provides us with the great perspective of what it is like being on the receiving end of pitches. You will be shocked to hear how many pitches she receives a month! Have you ever wondered what the media, or specifically writers, are looking for when they receive...2020-11-1151 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 56: Rebrand Announcement!Pollina PR is now Quotable Media Co! This episode is a little different from our normal episodes where I am either giving you business advice or having a guest on who shares their story and best tips. Today I am updating you on what’s been going on “behind the scenes” in my business! We have just completed a total rebrand- meaning the whole company has a whole new name and we have added new components to the business. We will still have the PR agency and this podcast, but we also have a digital platform and an online magazine which...2020-10-2819 min
Gotcha MamaGrowing a Business and a Family One Step at a Time with Alessandra PollinaImagine yourself five years from now. What are you doing? What have you achieved? I know what I'd like to achieve this year and a couple of five-year goals. But friend, if I've learned anything as a mom and through the Coronavirus pandemic, it's this - make plans, but don't be surprised if life throws a wrench in those plans and brings something different your way. My guest on this week's episode of the Gotcha Mama podcast is Alessandra Pollina. She knows how much can change when running a business and growing a...2020-06-0900 min
The Marketing Hygiene Podcast#48: Why You Need PR and How to Use It to Increase Visibility for Your Brand with Alessandra PollinaIn Episode 48, Alessandra Pollina shares what PR is, why we need to use it, and how to get started! If you have had PR on your to-do list for a long time, you are not alone! Knowing where to get started and what to focus on is one of the biggest hurdles we face as entrepreneurs. Connect with Alessandra below or in The Determined Mom Community! Website: https://pollinapr.com Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/fmepodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessandrapollina/ Instagram: instagram.com/pollinapr Facebook Page: htt...2020-05-0626 minThe Marketing Hygiene Podcast#48: Why You Need PR and How to Use It to Increase Visibility for Your Brand with Alessandra PollinaIn Episode 48, Alessandra Pollina shares what PR is, why we need to use it, and how to get started! If you have had PR on your to-do list for a long time, you are not alone! Knowing where to get started and what to focus on is one of the biggest hurdles we face as entrepreneurs. Connect with Alessandra below or in The Determined Mom Community! Website: https://pollinapr.com Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/fmepodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessandrapollina/ Instagram: instagram.com/pollinapr Facebook Page: htt...2020-05-0626 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 11: Why Do We See Others As More Accomplished Than Us?Do you ever feel like you put other business owners on a pedestal or think of their accomplishments as so fantastic and interesting, without giving yourself nearly the same kudos even though you do really similar things? Why do we do this? I have no answers for you in this one, just pondering this phenomenon that I keep finding myself in the middle of lately, and would love to hear if you find yourself feeling the same way. Leave a comment on the show post at instagram.com/femalemillennialentrepreneurs with your accomplishments so that you are forced to think about...2019-06-2521 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 10: Steff Pitman on Creating a Lingerie Brand Based on Making Women Feel GoodSteff Pitman created a lingerie brand called Zuela that features a pocket full of crystals in every single piece. Hear about how she started this consumer brand from scratch, how her struggles with anxiety and mental health inspired the brand, and how she navigates running and growing the business despite anxiety. Find Steff at @steffpitman Find Zuela at @_zuela and www.zuela.co.uk Join Steff's Self Love Club: facebook.com/groups/207709023234892 selfloveclub.teachable.com Find Alessandra at @pollinapr and pollinapr.com To submit a guest to the podcast fill out the form at pollinapr.com/podcast2019-05-0854 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 9: How to Find Your Tribe + Why it is Important For Your BizFinding a group of like-minded business owners to get to know and talk to through this entrepreneurial journey can be so much harder than you thought it would be. But it can also be so worth it. In fact, I think it's important enough that it should be a priority on your business to-do list! Listen in to hear how to make it happen. Find the podcast on Instagram and comment on the post about this episode to let us know if you've tried any of these tactics or want to! This episode was sponsored by the One For Womenkind...2019-04-1236 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 8: Ashley Mason on Building & Growing a Social Media Business- While in CollegeAshley Mason is a Marketing Consultant at Dash of Social, a social media agency she started at the age of 19! Hear from Ashley about how she started her company, and what goes into running a social media company. Find Ashley at @dashofsocial and dashofsocial.com Find Alessandra at @pollinapr.com and pollinapr.com Find the DIY PR Course at pollinapr.com/diy-pr-course/2019-04-0154 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 6: Janet Mesh on Starting and Scaling an AgencyHear from Janet Mesh, CEO + Co-Founder of Aimtal Digital Marketing about how she started and scaled an agency in the past year, plans to scale more in the future, and what it's like to have her life partner also be her business partner. We recorded this one in person on site at Coalition co-working space in Boston @coalition_boston (and the audio is a little echoey so bear with us)! Check out Coalition if you're interested in a co-working space in Boston, New York, Chicago, or New Jersey-- at the time of recording, a desk in the shared space...2019-02-2055 min
Quotable: A Female Entrepreneur PodcastEpisode 4: Catherine Richardson on How Finding Support, Raising Prices & Setting Strong Boundaries Skyrocketed Her SuccessHear from Catherine Richardson, owner of Holiday Skin + Wax about how finding the right support, raising the prices of her services & setting strong boundaries multiplied her revenue and brought her business beyond 6 figures in the first two years. Find Catherine at @holidayskinandwax and holidaybrookline.com Find Alessandra at @pollinapr2019-02-0937 min