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Working in Your Zone of Genius
Working in Your Zone of Genius is the topic of this episode of Discover Rising Tides, we sit down with operations strategist Chanaye Jackson to explore what it truly means to work in your zone of genius. Chanaye has spent years transforming operational systems for major companies like Netflix, Viacom, and the American Medical Association—and now she brings that expertise to entrepreneurs who want to build businesses that run smoothly and profitably.
We dive into the realities of entrepreneurship: overwhelm, unclear routines, lack of structure, and the belief tha...
2025-12-2256 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast25. A Business Review Through the Looking Glass of Finance, Market, Technology, Progress, and Well-BeingIn the season one finale of the Idea to Empire Podcast, Chanaye Jackson expresses gratitude for the support received and reflects on the journey. She provides four key areas for business owners to focus on as they review their progress at mid-year: evaluating vision and goals, assessing financial health, adapting to market trends and personal circumstances, and leveraging technology for efficiency. Additionally, she stresses the importance of personal well-being and taking time to rest and recharge. Chanaye encourages listeners to use this period for reflection and improvement to ensure continued growth and success.Do...
2024-07-2311 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast24. Using Wellness to Find Sustainable Health and VitalityIn this episode of the Idea to Empire Podcast, host Chanaye Jackson interviews Diane Amelia Read, a health esteem partner who assists midlife women in adopting sustainable, healthy lifestyles.Diane shares her journey of starting a health-focused business at the age of 60, emphasizing the importance of self-care, emotional and spiritual growth, and maintaining vitality. She discusses her virtual wellness community, which offers personalized exercise programs, healthy eating education, and meditation. Diane highlights the significance of prioritizing self-care, listening to one's inner voice, and making consistent, healthy choices.Key Talking Points:Emphasizes t...
2024-07-1624 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast23. A Value-Based Business Focused on Clarity and CultureIn this episode of the Idea to Empire Podcast, Chanaye Jackson interviews Ken Caputo, founder of Momentum Learning Systems. Ken shares his journey from a martial arts teacher to a successful entrepreneur, highlighting his various ventures, including Questers Way, a multidimensional family center. He emphasizes the importance of creating businesses that foster meaningful human connections, empowered learning, and a positive culture.Ken also discusses the Momentum Learning System, a learner-centric approach to education and business management, and provides insights into building a supportive and value-driven work environment.Download the Transcript!
2024-07-0932 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast22. The Role of Communication in Business to Foster Community and NetworkingIn this episode of the Idea to Empire Podcast, Chanaye Jackson interviews Leon Bassett Jr, a financial consultant known for his effective networking group and thought leadership about building a culture of inclusivity and thoughtfulness. Leon emphasizes the significance of outsourcing tasks to maintain creativity and mental health, the importance of building a strong community within the workplace, and the role of communication in fostering a productive and supportive business environment. He also shares insights on how businesses can benefit from treating their employees well and creating a culture that values creativity and collaboration....
2024-07-0231 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast21. Understanding the Rhythm of Business Through Seasonality and EnergyIn this episode of the Idea to Empire Podcast, Chanaye Jackson explores the concept of seasonality in business.She highlights definitions: the traditional view of predictable changes in revenue and expenses throughout the year, and her personal approach, which focuses on managing energy levels and productivity. She uses examples like Halloween shops and gym memberships to illustrate traditional seasonality and shares her own experiences of feeling more energized at certain times of the year. Chanaye encourages entrepreneurs to recognize and honor their own energy cycles, suggesting that aligning business activities with these natural rhy...
2024-06-2509 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast20. Embracing Discomfort, Rhythms, and Seasonality in Your BusinessIn this episode of the Idea to Empire Podcast, Rebecca Lee, a Clinical Eco-therapist and Burnout Business Coach, emphasizes the significance of finding rhythm and seasonality in one's work while challenging societal norms and expectations.Rebecca encourages individuals to embrace discomfort as a sign of authenticity and growth, rather than something to be avoided. She also highlights the importance of building a supportive community and seeking mentorship to navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship. By aligning one's values and investing in oneself and their business, individuals can create a fulfilling and sustainable path to success.
2024-06-1829 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast19. An Essential Component of Business Growth: Active ListeningIn this episode of the Idea to Empire Podcast, Chanaye Jackson interviews Deb Porter, an expert in active listening. Deb shares her belief that soft skills should be recognized as essential skills and discusses the impact of strong listening skills in both personal and business life. She talks about her own journey, including her background in ministry and her decision to focus on being a mother after leaving the church. Deb emphasizes the importance of active listening and offers practical advice on how to be a better listener, such as asking clarifying questions, practicing empathy, and be...
2024-06-1120 min
6 Figure Podcast RebelsThe Overwhelmed Transition In The Entrepreneur's Journey With Chanaye JacksonJoin our 2 HUGE Facebook groups to find guests or BE a guest (for free) We have over 53,000 members👇www.facebook.com/groups/needaguestwww.facebook.com/groups/thepodcastnetwork——Want to get lifetime access to The Podcast Network Premium For free? 👇www.freepremiumupgrade.com———Want to use your own podcast to help grow your business? You're in the right place.Welcome to 6-Figure Podcast Rebels.🔥 My name is Jamie Atkinson, founder of podcastclosing.com and this show is built for 6 & 7 figure entrepreneur...
2024-06-0815 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast18. Effective Financial Planning Strategies for Small BusinessesToday, Anthony Peltier joins Chanaye Jackson on the Idea to Empire Podcast.In this episode, Anthony Peltier, founder of Coast to Coast Finance, joins Chanaye Jackson to discuss the significance of mid-year reviews for business owners. He particularly emphasizes the importance of setting goals and being transparent with financial results to drive business growth. He suggests conducting a mid-year review to reflect on financial achievements, set new financial goals, and manage financial expectations for the second half of the year. Anthony also highlights the value of stretch goals and the need to consider leading and lagging indicators when monitoring...
2024-06-0427 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast17. Mastermind Your Way to Business GrowthIn today's episode of the Idea to Empire Podcast, Chanaye Jackson explores the concept of masterminds for entrepreneurs and business owners as a vehicle for growth and peer support. Chanaye defines a mastermind as a group of individuals who come together to discuss and exchange ideas on a specific subject, with a focus on business success and personal growth. Drawing from her own experience, she highlights the importance of having a supportive community of like-minded individuals who are invested in each other's success. She recounts a story of her own participation in a mastermind group during a...
2024-05-2810 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast16. Resetting Your Subconscious for Your Business to ThriveThere is another special guest visiting Chanaye Jackson and the Idea to Empire Podcast.In this episode, Lin Schussler-Williams is a Certified Reset-it Coach and speaker who has over 20 years of experience working with individuals and groups to help them accelerate their results and create richer, more fulfilling lives. Lin recently became one of the first Certified Reset-it teachers in the world and is passionate about helping people reset their subconscious programming and conditioning that hold them back or keep them stuck. Lin emphasizes the importance of addressing the subconscious mind, as it plays a significant role i...
2024-05-2125 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast15. The Power of Mindset in Business and EntrepreneurshipWelcome to the Idea to Empire Podcast! Chanaye Jackson emphasizes the significance of mindset for business owners and offers practical tips to cultivate a strong and positive mindset. She highlights the benefits of practicing gratitude, creating routines or checklists, taking breaks when needed, engaging in hobbies for relief, and spending time outside. By implementing these strategies, entrepreneurs can overcome challenges and enhance their overall well-being.Key Talking Points:Mindset is crucial for business owners to overcome challenges and avoid feelings of failure or inadequacy.Practicing gratitude, creating routines or c...
2024-05-0708 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast14. Embracing Your True Self Means Being AuthenticIn this episode of the Idea to Empire podcast, Chanaye Jackson interviews mindset and strategy coach Carrie Doan. Carrie shares her origin story and how she became a mindset and strategy coach, helping women and business owners overcome mental blocks and rediscover a sense of play and pleasure. Carrie emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, challenging limiting beliefs, and incorporating play and pleasure into the lives of business owners. Carrie also discusses the power of analyzing thought patterns and narratives, reframing failure and rejection, and staying connected to one's desires and goals.Download the Transcript!
2024-04-3028 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast13. Content Marketing Strategy Made Simple: Stop Winging It!Today, a special guest comes to visit Chanaye Jackson and the Idea to Empire Podcast.In this podcast episode, Miss Kemya Scott, a digital marketing and social media strategist, emphasizes the significance of having a well-defined marketing plan that goes beyond just social media. She highlights the need for business owners to understand their target audience, create a content marketing strategy, and measure the success of their marketing efforts through data analysis. Additionally, she encourages entrepreneurs to embrace discomfort and personal growth as they navigate the challenges of running a business.Download the T...
2024-04-2335 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast12. A Mentor’s Advice to Unlock Your Business GrowthIn this episode Idea to Empire Podcast, Chanaye Jackson emphasizes the importance of having mentors in business. Mentors are experienced individuals who offer advice, support, and opportunities to entrepreneurs. They are different from coaches, as the mentorship relationship is more relaxed and long-term. Mentors can become personal advocates, introducing entrepreneurs to important relationships and creating opportunities. Chanaye encourages entrepreneurs to identify potential mentors and engage in discussions with them about metrics, customer avatars, business growth, and areas of improvement.Mentors provide guidance, support, and opportunities for growth.Mentorship is a long-term, relaxed relationship compared to c...
2024-04-0909 min
Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab9. The Struggle of Prioritizing Self-Care as a Busy EntrepreneurIn this episode of Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab, Chanaye Jackson discusses the challenges of prioritizing movement, food, and sleep as a busy entrepreneur and knowledge worker.When you struggle with prioritizing movement, food, and sleep. As many of us do, Chanaye spends most of her day sitting and thinking, often neglecting to eat, drink water, or take breaks. She acknowledges the health risks of prolonged sitting and thinks about the effectiveness of a stand-up desk. Chanaye seeks advice and is curious about how other business owners prioritize their health amidst their busy schedules.Key Quotes
2024-04-0903 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast11. How to Overcome the 7 Common Mistakes Business Owners MakeIn this episode of the The Idea to Empire Podcast, Chanaye Jackson highlights seven mistakes that business owners often make: 1. Procrastination2. Frustration3. Comparing themselves to others4. Ignoring feedback5. Failing to plan6. Impulsivity7. Mismanaging financesChanaye emphasizes the importance of prioritization, running one's own race, and seeking knowledge as the solution to these mistakes. By addressing these issues, business owners can improve productivity, avoid unnecessary frustration, and achieve long-term success.Key Talking Points:Business owners should avoid procrastination, frustration, and comparing themselves to others.Feedback is crucial for i...
2024-04-0212 min
Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab8. Conquering the Never-Ending To-Do ListChanaye Jackson discusses the challenges of managing a long to-do list and prioritizing tasks in her business.Chanaye Jackson shares her frustrations with her lengthy to-do list and discusses her approach to prioritizing tasks in this episode of Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on revenue-generating activities and identifies three presentations as key tasks that contribute to generating income. Shanae also acknowledges the difficulty of balancing immediate priorities with long-term goals and offers a roadmap for managing a to-do list effectively.Key QuotesI don't know about you, but...
2024-04-0206 min
Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab7. Navigating Frustrations as an EntrepreneurChanaye Jackson discusses her frustration with not tracking her monthly metrics and her plan to address it.In this episode of Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab, she explains the importance of understanding her business performance and efforts through metrics. Chanaye shares her plan to reinforce dedicated time for tracking and using a template to make things easier. She acknowledges the need to give herself grace and understanding for the missed data due to personal and professional commitments. These unfocused periods can lead to a slowing in business on occasion....
2024-03-2706 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast10. A Customer Journey that Delivers the Right Solutions at the Right TimeIn today’s Idea to Empire Podcast, Chanaye Jackson provides three key tips for business owners to improve their business: defining their customer avatar, aligning products and services with the customer journey, and pricing appropriately.Key Talking Points:Understand your customer avatar to create targeted marketing and product development strategies.Align products and services with the customer journey to provide timely solutions.Price products and services appropriately based on their value and customer expectations.Continuously evaluate and adjust your strategies to meet the evolving needs of your target audience.Magical Quotes:"If you do...
2024-03-2607 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast9. The Journey to Embrace Your Authentic SelfIn this episode of the Idea to Empire Podcast, Chanaye Jackson and Anna Marie Burdette of DragonFly Rose discuss her transition from graphic design to photography and herbalism, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, passion, and authenticity in business and personal life.Anna Marie is a healer, writer, artist, and photographer highlighting the significance of self-awareness, passion, and authenticity in building strong relationships, navigating career choices, and finding joy in business and personal life. Anna Marie discusses the importance of choosing career paths that bring joy and passion while emphasizing the need for self-awareness, strong relationships with o...
2024-03-1922 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast8. The Power of TrustToday on the Idea to Empire Podcast and speaking with Chanaye Jackson is Katt Matiquite.Katt Matiquite from CopyKatt, a copywriting service, explores the importance of avoiding repetition in business communication to build trust and establish a brand built on integrity while understanding the sales process with clients and customers.Katt emphasizes the need for concise and clear messaging to engage and retain customers. The discussion includes tips on using varied vocabulary, structuring content effectively, and utilizing visual aids to enhance communication is a part of the conversation.Download the Transcript!...
2024-03-1325 min
Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab6. Long-term Strategies for Client AttractionIn this episode of Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab, Chanaye Jackson shares her approach to attracting clients through long-term relationship-building strategies, such as SEO keyword research, blog writing, and podcast episodes. She discusses the frustrations and limitations she faces with her current blog hosting platform, but remains determined to provide valuable content and establish herself as an authority in her field.She targets keywords and creates content to attract clients at different stages of their journey.She repurposes podcast descriptions into blog posts and adds audio and video players for convenience.She aims to provide valuable context and...
2024-03-1308 min
Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab5. Mastering the Art of Follow-Up in BusinessToday on Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab, Chanaye Jackson discusses the importance of follow-up and staying in touch with potential clients, affiliates, and collaborators.She emphasizes the significance of follow-up in maintaining relationships with potential clients, affiliates, and collaborators. She shares her strategy of sending reengaging emails to reconnect with contacts and scheduling recurring emails to stay in touch regularly. Additionally, she considers incorporating phone calls for potential clients and highlights the goal of staying top of mind and creating opportunities through effective outreach.Chanaye meets a large number of people each week and wants to ensure...
2024-03-0607 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast7. The Power of Active ListeningToday, a special guest comes to visit Chanaye Jackson and the Idea to Empire Podcast.Stacy Pringle, known as The Thoughtful Listener, discusses her expertise in active listening and how it can help individuals destress, gain clarity, and achieve their goals.Stacy emphasizes the importance of active listening in effective communication and highlights the need for thoughtful listening skills to be taught and practiced. She shares her personal journey of discovering her gift for active listening and how it has shaped her approach to business. Stacy explains her process of actively listening to clients...
2024-03-0528 min
Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab4. How to Professionally Redirect Business Conversations and Stay True to Your PointThis week on Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab, Chanaye Jackson discusses her experience of dealing with individuals who hijack a social media post and provides insights on professionally redirecting conversations.Chanaye shares her frustration with individuals who hijacked her social media post, and while receiving many helpful responses, two women critiqued her request without understanding the context. Initially tempted to engage in a public argument, she instead chose to send them a direct message expressing her disappointment. Although she admits her response may have been perceived as petty, she stands by her decision to protect her boundaries...
2024-02-2809 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast6. Do, Delegate, Delete: Prioritizing self-care to overcome burnout to rediscover life purposeIn this episode of the Idea to Empire Podcast, Chanaye Jackson interviews Benita Williams, The Self-care Surgeon. Benita shares her personal journey of burnout and the importance of prioritizing self-care in business and life.Benita Williams spent 20 years in the nonprofit sector, constantly putting others before herself, which eventually took a toll on her health. Through her own journey of self-healing, Benita discovered the importance of refueling physically, renewing mentally, and refocusing on her purpose. She emphasizes the need for awareness, setting boundaries, and employing systems to achieve work-life balance while preventing burnout. Benita ends by...
2024-02-2735 min
Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab3. How Tracking My Progress Transforms My Business DecisionsIn this episode of Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab, Chanaye Jackson discusses the metrics she tracks weekly, monthly, and quarterly to measure the success of her business and make strategic decisions. Chanaye emphasizes the importance of regularly reviewing these metrics to make informed business decisions and adjust specific strategies as needed.Chanaye mentions multiple weekly metrics that then trickle into the monthly metrics and finally the quarterly metrics that culminate into a multi-day CEO retreat, which allows for a comprehensive review of the past three months and planning for the future quarter.Key Quotes...
2024-02-2123 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast5. Simplify Success and Find Your Business ModelWelcome to the Idea to Empire podcast! Today in the Idea to Empire Podcast, Chanaye Jackson emphasizes the significance of having a well-functioning business model.She introduces the 3Ps + You Framework, which focuses People, Processes, Products, and You. Chanaye highlights the need for a strong business model before implementing systems and processes. She encourages listeners to reflect on their leadership style, mindset, and personal well-being as a part of the You of the framework.Additionally, she prompts them to evaluate their products/services, pricing, value proposition, and client base...
2024-02-2013 min
Clearly ConnectedWhy Success Begins With CuriosityGetting curious is the first step to shifting your money mindset.
And the good news is, it’s never too late to open your mind and start asking those questions that will lead you to act like a rich person and create wealth, no matter what age you are.
In this episode, we’re getting real about getting curious and how it drives your success, both financially and relationally, so that you can start feeling at ease with your money and your life.
Business owne...
2024-02-1440 min
Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab2. Doing It Afraid: Overcoming Fear and Becoming VisibleChanaye Jackson shares her fears and excitement about transitioning from a business owner with a partner to a solo entrepreneur in a different industry.In this episode of Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab, Chanaye Jackson opens up about her journey from being a business owner with a partner in the equipment industry to becoming a solo entrepreneur in consulting and contracting. She discusses her fears of visibility and stepping out of her comfort zone, but also expresses excitement for the transition and the opportunity to challenge herself. She wants to be a thought leader and shake up the traditional...
2024-02-1406 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast4. Navigating Business and Well-Being While Finding Balance in the ChaosToday on the Idea to Empire Podcast, a special guest - SuperKate Slepika!SuperKate is a personal well-being badass who combines her skills in the entertainment industry with wellness practices to support people in creating better systems and lives.SuperKate spent years in the entertainment industry before experiencing burnout and turning her focus toward wellness and movement practices. She now combines her skills to support people in their personal and professional lives, helping them understand their needs and create sustainable systems and lives.Download the Transcript!Key Talking Points:...
2024-02-1326 min
Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab1. Where in the World Did You Come From? The BackstoryChanaye has been through some things. SigghhhhhhhhhHERE IS THE BACKSTORY!Have you been wordering:Why do I care?Who is she?What does she do?What is her problem? (hehe)Where did she come from?WELLLLLLL... here is your chance. Chanaye will go through her past, her start, and what's on the agenda for the future. You'll have to listen to more to get the rest of the story.Key Quotes:It's important to have a backstory so then you can have an understanding of how my...
2024-02-0733 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast3. Business Growth Means Managing 3 Types of Distractions and Creating a Support SystemToday, a special guest comes to visit Chanaye Jackson and the Idea to Empire Podcast.Anitra Dean, founder and CEO of Anitra Dean Consulting, shares insights on managing distractions and staying focused in business with Chanaye Jackson and the Idea to Empire Podcast.Anitra discusses the importance of managing distractions and staying focused in business. She emphasizes the need to prioritize and set boundaries to avoid getting overwhelmed and frustrated. There are three types of distractions that Anitra highlights:StructuralMindsetLifeShe encourages business owners to develop discipline and consistency, to set realistic expectations, and...
2024-02-0635 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast2. 5 Lessons in Enjoying the Business Journey While Running Your Own RaceWelcome to the Idea to Empire podcast! Today I’m sharing with you five valuable lessons I've learned as a business owner. These lessons have helped me navigate the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and I believe they can do the same for you. So, let's dive in and discover how you can apply these lessons to your own business journey.What have you learned so far in your business journey?Key Talking Points:Focus on your own journey and avoid comparing yourself to others.Surround yourself with a supportive community of...
2024-01-3011 min
Inside an Entrepreneur's LabTrailer: Launching February 7, 2024!Inside an Entrepreneur's Lab is coming to a podcast player near you!Launching February 7, 2024, you will get an inside peek into Chanaye Jackson's journey as an entrepreneur and consultant while balancing new eperiences and a personal life that includes a energetic labrador retriever.Join every Wednesday as Chanaye shares her wins, losses, and everything in between. She's building a business that works for her - even though it's scary.Learn more about the podcast at insideanentrepreneurslab.comFollow Chanaye on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/chanayejackson
2024-01-2402 min
The Idea to Empire Podcast1: Reclaim Your Life Outside of WorkAre you tired of feeling overwhelmed and exhausted as a business owner? Are you looking for actionable tips and tricks to streamline your operations and take your business to the next level? Look no further than the first episode of the Idea to Empire podcast! I’m your host, Chanaye Jackson.In this episode, I share the main reasons for starting this podcast. Discover how I transitioned from investing over 100 hours a week into my business to reducing that to less than 10 hours, all while maintaining consistent revenues and profits. Learn how I identified tasks to delegate and st...
2024-01-2309 min
The Idea to Empire PodcastComing Soon! January 23, 2024JANUARY 23, 2024So excited to announce that The Idea to Empire Podcast will be available wherever you watch on YouTube and all of your favorite podcast apps on January 23, 2024!Learn more about the show at idea2empirepodcast.com.New episodes are every Tuesday.Hosted by Chanaye Jackson at Swan Town Creative Systems.See you on January 23rd!
2024-01-0701 min
Two Mics UpProtect Ya IntellectIn this weeks episode of Two Mics Up, damednydc sits down with Chanaye Jackson the Owner of CDJ Legal Law Firm. Chanaye and the CDJ Law Firm team will work with you to create a business entity best suited for your needs and the needs of your business. CDJ Legal handles matters in Business Formation, Contracts, Trademark and Copyright protection.
CDJ Legal Law Firm services include:
Business Entity Formation
Contract Drafting and Review
Copyright Validity searches and opinions
Trademark Application preparation and filing
Featuring:
Chanaye Jackson - Owner CDJ Legal
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2022-08-0241 min