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Entrepreneur EatsPeggy Seymour, PS Someone Cares Casino Night FundraiserP.S. Someone Cares’s annual Casino Royale fundraiser will be Saturday, May 3, 7-10 p.m. at the Elks Club in Escondido, 2430 S. Escondido Blvd. Peggy Seymour, founded P.S. Someone Cars in 2017, and the first scholarship was given in 2018. The scholarships go to nursing home students who are also stay-at-home parents. So far, P.S. Someone Cares has given away 28 scholarships totaling $60,000. They range from $2,000 to $4,000. One hundred percent of funds raised go to scholarships.The organization was created to address two serious needs in our community: Single parent households financial need of support to improve th...2025-05-0108 min
Podcasting SecretsThe Power of Private Podcasts with Deanna Seymour
Meet Deanna Seymour, who started with just 100 email subscribers and watched her list bloom when she launched her private podcast "Eff That." She flipped the script on traditional podcasting by creating a members-only audio experience that listeners actually lined up to join. Through her "Anti Hustle Holiday Countdown," she sits down with 21 fellow business owners each December, sparking real conversations that turn into lasting partnerships. Peek behind the scenes of her $9 all-access pass model that keeps subscribers hooked and her clever way of weaving private podcasts into online courses. Walk away with Deanna's tested methods for crafting audio...2025-04-0100 min
Happy SubscribersUsing Events to Grow Your List and Build Community with Deanna SeymourEpisode Summary: Leveraging networking for list growth? Heck yes! I got to chat with Deanna Seymour, the founder of The Playhouse — a creative, community-driven space for freelancers and solopreneurs to connect, share their expertise, and grow together — about how she uses events to get visible and grow her email list (and paid membership). We talk about how Deanna promotes these events and how they lead to email list growth — with a special on-the-interview coaching strategy session with yours truly (that’s me, Allea Grummert) to help ensure she’s welcoming her new subscribers, inviting t...2025-03-2543 min
Who Cares About My Story?018 | Deanna Seymour: Breaking the rules to create a business that feels like youToday’s guest is Deanna Seymour, a color-loving graphic designer and host of The Playhouse, a community for creative solopreneurs who want to grow their business through the power of collaboration.Deanna is all about being your unique self in your business. She shares her story of how she went from being an art teacher to starting her online business, and how she looked to all the business mentors for advice until she decided to start breaking the rules and do business her own way. We also talk about experimenting and testing out different ideas, eve...2025-02-271h 00
Playhouse FriendsFrom Contacts to Collaborations with Deanna SeymourUnlock the secret to building genuine business connections in this 5-minute masterclass with Deanna Seymour. Deanna, founder of The Playhouse, shares her transformative “SHARE” method that takes the stress out of networking. Learn how to show up authentically, help others, ask to collaborate, reach out consistently, and elevate each other to create lifelong business friendships. Forget the awkward elevator pitches and discover a better way to build meaningful relationships.Learn more about Deanna at: deannaseymour.com If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review and share it with a friend! It real...2025-02-1706 min
Simplify + ScaleHow to Connect Authentically in a Shifting Market with Deanna SeymourDeanna Seymour is the founder of The Playhouse: a grassroots business-building collective for creative freelancers and solopreneurs. It’s a fun, dynamic platform where you’ll find your people, amplify your visibility, and build a steady pipeline of leads and opportunities through community collaboration.With a mix of humor, empathy, and real talk, Deanna helps folks feel more comfortable in their own skin so they can have fun growing a sustainable business while connecting with their perfect-fit clients.Connect with Deanna: https://www.instagram.com/thedeannaseymourhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thede...2025-01-0731 min
Ravel RadioThe Power of Authentic Connections: Rethinking Networking with Deanna SeymourJoin host Cara Steinmann as she welcomes returning guest Deanna Seymour for an insightful exploration of the transformative power of genuine connection and collaboration in the business world. From the She Leads live conference in New York to the innovative "Playhouse" community, Cara and Deanna discuss the importance of building supportive relationships, reimagining traditional networking, and fostering an inclusive, non-hierarchical space for entrepreneurs. With a focus on authenticity and personal connection, we'll explore how these elements can lead to powerful collaborations and mutual growth, transcending the limitations of conventional...2024-12-3145 min
Crickets to Cha-Chings194. Steal This Genius Local Business Collab Idea for Etsy from Deanna SeymourJulie Berninger interviews Deanna Seymour, a creative Etsy seller and founder of The Playhouse. They discuss Deanna's journey from creating custom stuffed monsters to building a successful business through collaboration and community engagement. Deanna shares her innovative marketing strategies, including partnering with local businesses and utilizing craft shows to spread the word about her products. The conversation emphasizes the importance of networking, creativity, and the evolution of business practices over the years. In this conversation, Deanna Seymour and Julie Berninger explore the journey of scaling creative ventures, particularly in the Etsy space. They discuss the importance of seasonal trends...2024-11-2537 min
Powerful Women Rising - A Business Podcast for Female EntrepreneursThe Power of GIFs in Connecting With Your Audience w/Deanna SeymourSend us a textImagine if your business branding could be fun, authentic, and massively engaging—all thanks to the simple power of GIFs! On this episode I'm chatting with graphic designer and content coach Deanna Seymour, who reveals the secrets behind using GIFs to connect with your audience and add more of your personality (and humor) into your marketing. From pre-existing favorites on Giphy to custom-made GIFs where YOU are the star, discover how these dynamic visuals can boost engagement and help create a strong, relatable bond with your audience. Bu...2024-10-1439 min
Wear Wag Repeat: From Passion to Profit in the Pet Industry👩🏻🤝👩🏼 Deanna Seymour Emails ‘Boring’ Stories to Cultivate CommunityIn this episode, I’m talking with Deanna Seymour, a branding and content strategy expert. Although she’s not directly in the pet industry, I’m excited to feature experts from beyond the pet world who can provide us with valuable and actionable advice! We discuss how to build a community without relying 100% on social media. If you’re not a fan of social media platforms or if you’re not seeing results (like new clients and revenue), there are other ways to foster community and grow your pet business. For starters, Deanna has been organizing...2024-05-0835 minRavel RadioEmbracing Authenticity in Business: Insights from Deanna SeymourIn this episode, our host Cara Steinmann sits down with guest Deanna Seymour for an unfiltered conversation about the challenges and triumphs of consistency, commitment, and creativity in business and content creation. From technical glitches to the temptation of reinventing the wheel, they explore the struggles faced by entrepreneurs and creatives alike. Join us as Deanna and Cara unravel their personal experiences, insights, and advice on building authentic connections, staying persistent, and finding patience in a fast-paced world. It's a candid and revealing conversation you won't want to miss.Click here for more details an...2024-04-2325 min
The Nope CoachNetworking for humans with Deanna Seymour Suzanne and guest Deanna Seymour discuss alternative, stress-free networking strategies tailored for introverts and those disenchanted with traditional networking events. They introduce the concept of 'Pop up networking parties,' online events designed to facilitate genuine connections through personalised questions that go beyond professional titles. Suzanne shares her experiences with traditional networking platforms like BNI and highlights the importance of making human connections in business networking. Deanna explains how these pop-up parties work, emphasising the value of engaging in human conversations over mere business pitches. The duo also touches on the effectiveness of referral marketing a...2024-04-0316 min
Your First Digital ProductDigital products can help you find your people with Deanna SeymourDeanna and I are all over the place today talking about her audio courses and private podcasts, how digital products can help you connect with people, how her teaching background has helped her as a product creator and figuring out exactly what you want and need as an online business owner.As the host of Big Fun Content, Deanna Seymour understands the power of creativity, fun, and lettin' your freak flag fly when it comes to content creation. She’s all about bold branding, lively design, and making less content, but doing it better.With a...2024-04-0259 min
Big Fun ContentConnection Over Conformity: Content + Burlesque with Kellita MaloofKellita Maloof, a conscious burlesque mentor who captivated me through her TED Talk and documentary, is joining me on the podcast to share how she guides women to show up as their true selves, bringing vulnerability and raw power to the stage. She advocates for a delicate balance, urging us to utilize our thoughts as tools to support our aspirations and emotions, rather than letting them restrain us.In this episode, Kellita and I talk about:Rebrand like a boss! Deanna's take on picking personality over normsGet inside the glittery world of burlesque...2024-04-0232 minThe Nope CoachQuit Instagram with a 9 grid with Deanna Seymour Ditching Social Media with a Stylish Exit: Exploring the 9 Grid Strategy Suzanne chats with Deanna Seymour about a unique approach to quitting Instagram while maintaining a business presence through the use of static nine grids. Deanna shares insights into the creation and purpose of these nine grids, which serve as a mini-website on Instagram, providing a snapshot of a business or individual's offerings and redirecting followers to their current platforms. The discussion explores the challenges and pressures of regular content creation on social media, the benefits of a static representation for those considering r...2024-04-0116 minBig Fun ContentStrategizing Your Podcast Pitches with Kacey HayesKacey Hayes shares her best tips on how to achieve the ultimate goal of podcast pitching... How can I make it as easy as possible for them to say yes in a short amount of time?
Check out this episode for juicy details about one-sheets, personalizing pitch emails, setting up a Spotify playlist, creating collaborative relationships, and discussing how to approach pitches when you're just starting! Whether you're a seasoned podcaster or just getting started, this episode is filled with some great advice for everybody.
In this episode, Kacey and I talk...2024-02-2029 min
Launch Your Private Podcast012: Deanna Seymour's Rule-Breaking Approach to Vibrant, Impactful Content CreationIn this insightful episode, we delve into the exciting world of private podcasting with our special guest, Deanna Seymour. As an experienced content creator and online educator, Deanna shares her journey from public to private podcasting, revealing the unique advantages and creative freedoms this medium offers. She is one of our most creative and innovative users. So we cover a lot of ground! To highlight, we discuss:The Shift from Public to Private Podcasting: Deanna discusses her transition from public podcasting to exploring the private podcasting space, highlighting the increased engagement and targeted audience growth opportunities.Creative Content...2023-11-2943 min
Engaging Virtual Meetings Podcast with John ChenBreaking the Rules | Hosted by Debra Eckerling with John Chen, Coach Jennie & Deanna SeymourIn this episode, Debra Eckerling talks about Breaking the Rules with guests John Chen of Engaging Virtual Meetings, Jennie Mustafa-Julock aka Coach Jennie, and Deanna Seymour, Host, "Eff That: Breaking the Rules of Online Business Podcast." John, Jennie, and Deanna talk about their backstories and attachment to the topic, as well as their thoughts on the value of breaking the rules, myths from the "info-crack" space, and more. Then, shared their own rules.Benefits of Breaking the Rules- John: When you b...2023-11-011h 13
Made Remarkable with Kellee WynneNot Boring Newsletters with Deanna Seymour (#85)Have you ever felt at a loss for words when it comes time to write your newsletter, or it feels like all you’re doing is selling to your audience? In this episode, Kellee is introducing the queen of quirky content, and a pro at personalizing her brand, Deanna Seymour. Kellee and Deanna dive deep into the power of personal storytelling, the importance of staying true to oneself, and how embracing our unique experiences can lead to extraordinary connections. In a world where most replies are filled with the mundane and ordinary, Deanna stands out by fearlessly sha...2023-10-2549 min
The Feminine RebellionHow Less Content Can Create More Connection with Deanna SeymourIn this episode of Feminine Rebellion, I have the pleasure of chatting with the powerhouse, Deanna Seymour. Oh, how I adore this woman! Our digital paths crossed on Instagram, leading to a collaboration that was nothing short of magical. She actually helped me reframe my relationship with social media + is a total f*cking rebel when it comes to posting. And she's just so freaking fun.
As the maven of Big Fun Content, Deanna understands the power of creativity, fun, and letting your freak flag fly when it comes to content creation. This is why I love he...2023-10-1841 min
Talk Copy to Me | Content + Copywriting PodcastHosting an Audio Summit for Your Business with Deanna SeymourEpisode 092.Want to grow your audience and your network at the same time? Want to have fun while doing so? Then you need to consider hosting an audio summit. Whether you approach it as a private podcast summit or a public audio summit, the best approach is finding a way to make it sustainable and repeatable for the future.In this episode, Deanna Seymour joins me to talk about all things audio summits: how to use them as a marketing asset, the very many different ways you can set them up, what's worked (and not...2023-09-3046 min
Copywriter on Call: Copywriting for Photographers and Creative Entrepreneurs17: How Breaking the “Rules” Can Attract Your Best Clients with Deanna SeymourWhen we start our business, we tend to follow a lot of “rules” from others who have had success. That might work for some things or to a certain point in your business, but it often leaves us with a generic brand that doesn’t tell our clients much about who we are and why they would want to work with us, especially compared to the dozens of other options available to them. Deanna Seymour, a graphic designer, joins me in this episode to share why breaking the “rules” will be the very thing that grows your b...2023-09-1342 min
Business-First CreativesThe Art and Strategy Behind Your Static Instagram 9-Grid with Deanna SeymourDoes creating Instagram content that consistently tells your audience what you do feel impossible? In today's episode, Deanna Seymour joins us to share why a static Instagram 9-grid might be the right fit for you! Listen in as she shares what a 9-grid is, what you should include in it, and how you can customize your 9-grid strategy to work for you!The Business-First Creatives Podcast is brought to you by CRM and Dubsado expert Colie James. Join Colie each week as she discusses how to build a business that brings you joy and a paycheck! From...2023-09-1148 minBig Fun ContentShowing Up as Your True Self in Your Brand and Your ContentAutomations save time, but are you losing touch with your audience? Let's dive into questioning conventional business advice and balancing automation with personal connection so that you can start creating content that feels like an extension of YOU!
Here's what I'm talking about:
The Know, Like, Trust factor... but with a DD spin on it.
Making content that you would like to see. What's that quote? "Be the change you want to see in the world"? So... make the content you want to see in the world!
How to un-automate some of the...2023-08-2924 min
Business as Activism with Elijah Selby"This Course Will Change Everything" and other lies with Deanna SeymourSuccess is right around the corner if you buy the right course, right? There's just one piece of information you're missing...and when you read the marketing copy for that course you're CERTAIN that this will be THE THING that makes is all happen. How many courses have you bought? $2k here, $3k there...it sure adds up, doesn't it? I know I've spent multiple thousands of dollars on courses that I have not used, not finished, or did not deliver. Deanna Seymour was an art teacher looking to start a side hustle to bring s...2023-08-221h 01Big Fun ContentRebranding as an Evolutionary Process with Annie P. RugglesHow fun would it be when you're looking at your brain dump list for your business and think "I could do any of these" instead of thinking, "I should stay in my lane." You're in for a sweet treat, because Annie P. Ruggles is here to to tell ya, "Do it anyway!" Stop worrying about the BS industry mandates. You can follow best practices and still be showing up as the best YOU in your business.
Annie and I chat about:
Embrace your quirks. In a world that often values conformity, it's time t...2023-08-2227 minBig Fun ContentHow More Content Can Lead to Less Connection with Tara McMullinDoes it ever feel like you simply cannot keep up with the demand to make more and more and more content? There's a reason for that. Social media was made for us to connect with friends, build relationships, and create a community, right? Wrong. Tara breaks down the business model for social media platforms which actually tells us that these platforms are created to learn our online behaviors, turn that into data, which they turn around and sell as ad space based on our audiences and interests.
So, hold the phone... All of my...2023-08-1528 minBig Fun ContentAnti-Capitalist Business Goals: How Much is Enough? With Bear HebertWhen I first started growing my business, I found myself wondering, "Am I a capitalist?" It's crazy how the whole money-making thing sometimes feels like it comes with an unwarranted side of guilt. But then, I stumbled upon Bear's eye-opening workshop, Freely! My partner and I sat down to figure out our financial goals, what truly makes us comfortable, and how to break free from that old capitalist notion that money and success are the keys to happiness (spoiler alert: they're not!).
Bear and I chat about:
The definition of abundance, and how...2023-08-0829 minBig Fun ContentWhat if you only focused on only ONE kind of content?Are you feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to produce content constantly? In this episode of Big Fun Content, we explore why it's okay to focus on one thing and how you can make it work for you. From building an email list to considering alternative marketing tools, join us to discover how you can stay true to your passion while reaching your goals.
Here's what I'm talking about:
How I approach content mapping sessions with clients
Utilizing alternative marketing tools to showcase your content
Stay true to your passion, create a real connection...2023-08-0118 min
Stay Ready with Christina TorresContent that Oozes You with Deanna SeymourIf you’re done with the cookie-cutter strategies of content creation put forth by social media gurus and need to hit refresh on how you show up online, this episode is for you!
Tune in to this episode of the Best Regards Podcast with our guest Deanna Seymour, a graphic design and content marketing expert as she serves the tea on creating content that resonates with your brand.
Our convo is going to make you wanna throw out the “rule book” and show up in a way that makes you feel excited to create content.
...2023-07-2651 min
Here's What I Learned: Ditching Biz-as-Usual for Values, Freedom, and Doing It Your Way[Bonus Episode] Launch Lessons with Deanna SeymourSend us a textIn today's episode, Deanna Seymour shares her experiments in launching. Digital Marketing Strategist and host of the podcast, Big Fun Content, Deanna Seymour knows the power of creativity, fun, and lettin' your freak flag fly when it comes to marketing your business. Whether she’s hosting an online coworking sesh or helping a client get over their fear of being on camera, Deanna uses humor and empathy to build a community that helps people feel seen, heard, and ultimately more comfortable in their own skin so they can have more fun getting in fr...2023-07-2512 min
The Mindful Marketing Podcast (Formerly Known As The Savvy Social Podcast)Instagram Community Building Strategies with Deanna SeymourIf you want to have staying power on social media, you have to get social! Forget followers, likes, and other analytics, building a community on social media is how you stay relevant and create a relationship with social media that you’re not embarrassed about and allows you to be unapologetically you. My guest, host of the podcast, Eff That: Breaking the Rules of Online Business, Deanna Seymour, shares her story of rediscovering her true self and finding fun on Instagram, which has helped her connect with her people and given her a reason to kee...2023-07-0436 minBig Fun ContentBig Fun Content: Coming August 1st!"Reframing how you think about and create your content is going to help you fall in love with whatever content method feels joyful for you." And this podcast is here to help you flip the script on tradition content marketing so that you can create WAY LESS content, but make it that much better. The first episode drops on August 1st, so be sure to subscribe so you never miss an epsiode!Would you like to deliver your own private podcast feed to your audience? Sign up for a free trial today...2023-06-2602 min
Work Life Juggle with The JoyfulpreneurSimplify Your Instagram Game: 9 Grid Secrets with Deanna Seymour Are you ready to simplify your Instagram game and stand out from the crowd? Have you considered using a visually stunning 9 grid layout to optimize your presence on the platform? Look no further, as my guest Deanna Seymour is here to share her expertise on how to master this Instagram strategy and take your branding to the next level. You'll be so pumped to implement this! Get ready to create a cohesive, eye-catching feed that will convert to paying clients. Learn more about The Joyfulpreneur Coaching: www.thejoyfulpreneur.com...2023-06-2241 min
Permission to Kick AssDeanna Seymour: Breaking Free from Shiny Object SyndromeIf you cringe with regret over the cash you've blown on courses, books, webinars, the list goes on… welcome to the club. We’re considering getting jackets. I've fantasized about building a time machine just to visit past Angie unleash a primal TRUST YOURSELF DAMMIT scream. But since time traveling isn’t (yet) a thing, consider this episode a friendly bitch slap of truth - you. are. enough. Listen now!Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode:Stuck in analysis paralysis? Dealing with a persistent case of shiny object syndrome? Deanna and I share our experiences with breaking...2023-06-2152 minBig Fun ContentThe Final Episode of Eff That & What's Coming NextThis is the last episode of this podcast as you currently know it, but I'm keeping the same feed and switching things up!
Starting August 1st you'll get new episodes under the new name and direction: BIG FUN Content!
I cannot wait to dive into ways to make your content better, less stressful, and more FUN for you.
See ya after a lil' summer break!
Go to: deannaseymour.com/effthatfinalepisode for the full show notes & transcripts2023-06-1906 minBig Fun ContentBuilding a Supportive Community Online with Cara SteinmannWhat do you think of when you think of networking? Is it all stuffy BNI sort of meetings? Rules, awkward small talk, and feeling pressure to show up professionally...yikes.
I used to think that too. Until I met today's guest Cara Steinmann and joined The RAVEL Collective.
Cara and I talk about:
What I picture when I hear the word “networking”
Why Cara started The RAVEL Collective
A lil’ bit about Linkedin that has me wanting to go back for more
Why we think building a strong referral network gives consta...2023-06-0532 minBig Fun ContentLearning to Love Launching with Jacki HayesIf you find yourself avoiding launches in your business, maybe you're just not treating it like a party. Today I'm chatting with Jacki Hayes about how to make a launch plan that works with your personality and business style.
Jacki and I talk about:
Why people (like me, and maybe you) typically hate launching.
How you can flip the script on launching and think of it as a party. (wild, I know)
Real life conversion rates when you’re selling something.
The four phases of a launch, and the last one is GOOD.
An...2023-05-2232 minBig Fun ContentChatGPT, Brand Messaging, and ICAs with Cassie PatonIf you've ever stumbled on a zoom networking call to talk about your business and how you can serve your clients, this episode is for you! I have on Cassie Paton and we're talking all about brand messaging!
Cassie and I chat about:
ChatGPT and how I don’t even really know what it’s called
Cassie’s take on how brand messaging and copywriting go hand in hand
All the noise that’s out there and how it can get in your way of defining your own brand messaging
The first two steps in...2023-05-0837 min
The Content Experiment PodcastDon’t Get Duped By Course Sales Pages with Deanna SeymourYou’ve probably been on the receiving end of buying a course that didn’t quite live up to the hype that you saw on the sales page. You didn’t get the results you wanted or maybe the course took more time than you expected or you spent more than you planned because of all the “bonuses” (and fear tactics) that you were fed. This has happened to me too! And I know way too many business owners who have fallen into this trap too. This week on the podcast, Deanna Seymo...2023-05-0349 min
The Know Like & Trust Show with Britney GardnerSaying Goodbye to the Instagram Hustle with Deanna SeymourWhen Deanna Seymour tried out the static nine-grid format for her Instagram account, she never expected it to completely revolutionize her business. Not only did it save her time, but it also helped her stand out from the crowd and gain clarity in her brand messaging. But what other unexpected opportunities did the grid open up for Deanna? In this episode, you will learn how to: * Enhance brand clarity with the strategic use of a static nine-grid format on Instagram. * Establish a timeless Instagram presence by focusing on evergreen content. * Free up valuable time for other crucial tasks by leveraging...2023-05-0127 min