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The Tillage Podcast146: The Power of Connection: Rethinking Networking in Business with Deanna SeymourNetworking doesn’t have to feel gross, transactional, or overwhelming. In this episode, I sit down with Deanna Seymour to reimagine networking as simple, authentic connection. Together we unpack how creatives can grow their businesses without burnout by focusing on joy, alignment, and community.Deanna shares her powerful SHARE framework—a practical guide to building relationships that feel good and lead to sustainable growth.If you’ve ever felt weighed down by all the “shoulds” in business this conversation will remind you that fun, freedom, and connection can fuel your work in more effective ways than hustl...
2025-09-3043 min
Marketing SucksNetworking with Ease with Deanna SeymourCrappy networking sucks and we all know it. I hate it. You hate it. And we still push ourselves to do it. But here’s the thing: networking doesn’t have to be awful — and if you do it right, it can actually be a good time. In this episode of Marketing Sucks, I sit down with the lovely Deanna Seymour, queen of non-cringey networking. As the founder of vibrant online community The Playhouse, she’s created a welcoming space for service providers that gives members a TON of tools and opportunities to promote themselves without feeling salesy. Love it!
2025-05-2747 min
Asked and Answered By SoulHow To Use Creativity to Build A Sustainable Business with Deanna SeymourOn this episode of Asked and Answered by Soul, Jennifer Urezzio and Deanna Seymour, artist, entrepreneur, content coach, teacher, co-owner of Human VA, and creator of Content Playhouse, explore how to increase our confidence and show up as our authentic selves with great content and marketing strategies that work. It's hard to be creative when we're burned out, stressed out, and at risk of giving up our creativity to fast-track our business and success.
Join us here today as Jennifer and Deanna explain that by figuring out what you really want to spend time doing, and how...
2025-05-1819 min
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 them to her...
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 Friends: FUN Networking, Collaboration, and Visibility for Service ProvidersFrom 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...
2025-02-1705 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
Pet Business Growth with Tori Mistick of Wear Wag Repeat👩🏻🤝👩🏼 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 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...
2023-07-2514 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 keep u...
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 & transcripts
2023-06-1906 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 minBig Fun ContentMaking Sure Your Collaborations Are AlignedI've been focusing more on collaborations this year, and meeting more people.
But I think it's important to make sure that those business collaborations are aligned with your values.
On this episode I talk about:
A buzzworthy collaboration that's happening right now
How collaborations can be a double edged sword
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2023-04-2409 minBig Fun ContentWhat Makes A Great Teacher with Azhelle WadeYou might think with the release of Steal This Course that I'm a hater when it comes to online courses. That couldn't be further from the truth. I just want to make sure that you're buying courses you really need, and that you're choosing teachers who actually care about your success!
Today I'm talking with Azhelle Wade (aka The Toy Coach) all about what makes a great teacher in the online business space.
Azhelle and I chat about:
Her course Toy Creators Academy
How she’s adding value to...
2023-04-1031 minBig Fun ContentWaffles n' Work: Coworking Ideas with Raina WillickIf you’re coworking curious, or have ever found yourself thinking, “I wish I had some friends to work with on this.” This is your episode!
Raina’s gonna walk us through how she thought of the idea, all the details about how she ran it, and what she’s planning on doing next.
Raina and I talk about:
Why she started Waffles n' Work to begin with
All the deets like: timing, price, number of attendees, and who was invited
The surprising thing about her price, and what she’ll do different...
2023-03-2733 minRavel RadioMake Marketing More Fun & Effective by Breaking the Rules of Online Business w/Deanna SeymourDeanna Seymour (Dee Dee) is here talking about having more fun and breaking the rules of online business because that's what we need to do these days to stand out. If we blindly follow what everyone else does and prescribes, we end up with a watered down version of our brand that leaves us invisible and burned out. There's a better way, and Dee Dee is going to help us out by sharing how she approaches her own marketing so it's authentic, fun, AND effective. Deanna shares with us how she got into marketin and...
2023-03-1846 min
Ravel RadioMake Marketing More Fun & Effective by Breaking the Rules of Online Business w/Deanna SeymourDeanna Seymour (Dee Dee) is here talking about having more fun and breaking the rules of online business because that's what we need to do these days to stand out. If we blindly follow what everyone else does and prescribes, we end up with a watered down version of our brand that leaves us invisible and burned out. There's a better way, and Dee Dee is going to help us out by sharing how she approaches her own marketing so it's authentic, fun, AND effective. Deanna shares with us how she got into marketin and...
2023-03-1846 min
The Influencer's Edge Podcast with Speaker Paul RossDeanna Seymour on How to Stop Posting to Instagram and Look Good Doing It!Deanna Seymour is a Digital Marketing Strategist who loves to teach people how they can create a set of static posts on Instagram that really showcase who they are, what they offer, and how people can work with them.
This allows them to focus more on videos and stories, or to commit to showing up on another platform altogether, while knowing that their Instagram can still drive people to their website and content.
Tune in and discover Deanna’s answers to questions such as:
What is a static Instagram Grid?
What should someone include?
Ar...
2023-03-1426 min
The Disobedient Business® PodcastThe Instagram "fixed 9 grid" as your strategy - yay or nay? with Deanna SeymourPippa talks to Deanna Seymour about fixed grids, 9 grids, 12 grids, grid magazines... we're still not sure exactly what to call them. This year, we at The Disobedient Business® Co. finally got our fixed grid up and running as well as reorganising our Highlights on Instagram and we are loving it! WTF is a fixed grid? It's where you generally archive all your old IG grid posts and in their place put a gorgeous 3x3 or 3x4 grid that is a catchy and eye grabbing story about who you are, what you do and how you w...
2023-03-1444 minBig Fun ContentUnlock Your Creative Potential with Paulette EratoDo you consider yourself creative? If you don’t why not? Is it because you’re not artistic? Or maybe because you “can’t draw”?
Well, today I’m chatting with Paulette Erato all about creativity, and I’m hoping it’ll help you see yourself in a whole new light.
Paulette and I talk about:
What it really means to be creative
How you can reframe your definition of creativity
Why you shouldn’t worry about who’s watching your journey
And how to deal with the fear of doing things “wrong”
Go...
2023-03-1331 min
Win The Hour, Win The DayHow To Use GIFs To Market Your Small Business! with Deanna SeymourThis week’s episode of Win The Hour, Win The Day Podcast is sponsored by Win The Hour, Win The Day’s Signature Coaching Program the Winners Circle. Kris Ward who helps entrepreneurs to stop working so hard interviews, Deanna Seymour. Deanna Seymour joins us for a unique and interesting conversation about GIFs. I didn’t know there was so much to know about GIFs. Learn-why GIFs are a unique and effective marketing tool-how easy it is to brand yourself with GIFs-why GIF...
2023-02-2123 minBig Fun ContentThe Naptime Hustle Myth with Taran ConwellToday Taran Conwell and I are talking about the famous naptime hustle. This idea that you can be a stay at home mom and have a job and make money. In the online business world, lots of folks are promising you how easy it can be, how little you have to work to make full time income, and how quickly you can get your business off the ground.
We're busting the myths and talking about the truth behind it all.
Taran and I talk about:
The myths that we're told about...
2023-02-2041 minBig Fun ContentWhat do Zack Morris and Online Business Owners Have in Common?Here’s the deal. I get this whole idea of not trading time for money. It sounds great. I don’t have to work, and I get money. You know what else sounds great? Winning the lottery.
Or like that episode of Saved By the Bell when they were at the mall early to try to get U2 tickets and they found that bag of money just sitting there in the planter by the bench.
Remember that episode? Sometimes I feel like that’s what the online business world is. Just a bunch of Zack Morris...
2023-02-1318 minBig Fun ContentShootin' the Sh!t About Weekly Newsletters with Julie BrownToday I'm chatting with my client turned friend Julie Brown. She’s a keynote speaker, networking expert, author and podcaster. And she’s funny as shit, which is why I think we’re a match made in heaven.
I’m Julie’s right hand ma’am when it comes to all her content, including her weekly newsletter, but she totally has a hand in the stories we tell, which is what I think makes the newsletter so successful.
Julie and I talk about:
Some of our favorite newsletters that we've se...
2023-01-3041 minBig Fun ContentMaking Space For More Play with Laura HaverWhen you’re a solopreneur it’s pretty hard to draw that hard line between life and business. Especially if you’re a personal brand. So the idea that we can infuse more fun into one and it’ll benefit the other is pretty cool to me. Today on the show I’m talking to Lara Haver about how (and why) you should infuse more fun into your life and business.
And don’t worry, if you think you’re not “fun” or “playful” Laura’s gonna help you figure out what would work for you.
...
2023-01-2335 minBig Fun ContentHabit Change for Creatives with Lara BuelowHave you ever felt like you sucked at making goals. I mean, maybe you’re good at making them but it’s the keeping them part that you’re not so hot at? Ok, same. And this episode is for us. I’m talking with Lara Buelow today. She’s a certified professional coach that specializes in mid-career transitions and life design. But she also runs this really cool 30 day challenge called That Moxie Life.
Lara and I talk about:
What doesn’t usually work for people when it comes to typical goal setting stuf...
2023-01-1638 minBig Fun ContentDon't Sleep on Your Life ForceMy 2023 word of the year is: LIFE FORCE. 💥
But Life Force is another idea or tool that they cover in the movie Stutz, that I recently watched and I’ve been obsessed with.
Click play above to listen as I go over all things LIFE FORCE.
What it is.
Why I chose it for my word(s) of the year.
And what I’m gonna try to do more of in 2023.
Click here for the transcripts
And don’t forget to let me know if you have a word of the year, I’d love to h...
2023-01-0919 min
The YogaBiz Podcast#151: Making our Marketing Un-Sleazy with Deanna SeymourDigital Marketing Strategist and host of the podcast, Eff That: Breaking the Rules of Online Business, 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 front of their perfect-fit clients.
When she’s no...
2022-12-1044 minBig Fun ContentYou Could Be the Next Best ThingWhat do you have to contribute to the Online Business World?
I mean, no pressure you don't HAVE to contribute anything, but you might do it by accient
How so many things we consider "normal" weren't a thing until someone made them up
How can you make space in your life and brain for your next big idea?
The Anti-Hustle Holiday Countdown starts on December 1st, sign up here for access to it!
Click here for the transcripts
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2022-11-2805 minBig Fun ContentHow to Gain Confidence in Your Business + Call for SubmissionsHow to gain confidence in your business:
You have to do the dang thing (not sexy I know)
Creating your own way of doing things helps you find a way that works for your brain
How other people's systems are the opposite of a short cut
Also, I need submissions for a new audio course I'm creating! You can submit your story here: deannaseymour.com/voicemail
The Anti-Hustle Holiday Countdown starts on December 1st, sign up here for access to it!
Click here for the transcripts
Would you like to deliver your...
2022-11-2108 minBig Fun ContentMy Super Low Tech Workflow for A Podcast SeriesHow to create an easy workflow for your podcast series:
The system is easy (and set up in Google Doc) but truth be told, there's a lot of steps.
I dive deep into the steps to go from recording prep to posted!
How I'm replacing audiograms this year
The Anti-Hustle Holiday Countdown starts on December 1st, sign up here for access to it!
Click here for the transcripts
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2022-11-1615 minBig Fun ContentWhy Host a Podcast Series for Fun?Is hosting a private podcast series right for you and your business?
I'm running through all the benefits of hosting my Anti-Hustle Holiday Countdown.
What's in it for the listeners?
What's in it for the speakers involved?
What's in it for me as the hostess with the mostest?
The Anti-Hustle Holiday Countdown starts on December 1st, sign up here for access to it!
Click here for the transcripts
Would you like to deliver your own private podcast feed to your audience? Sign up for a free trial today at Hello Audio.
2022-11-1121 minBig Fun ContentWhy it (Sometimes) Pays to Not Edit YourselfDo you edit yourself when it comes to connecting with other business owners?
Go behind the scenes of me sending a bit of a silly email to pitch them for my podcast series
Why sometimes it pays to just be yourself
How I think it makes it easier for me to make myself vulnerable
Oh, and The Anti-Hustle Holiday Countdown is coming December 1st, sign up here for access to it!
Click here for the transcripts
Would you like to deliver your own private podcast feed to your audience? Sign up for...
2022-11-0106 minBig Fun ContentStop feeling guilty when it comes to these 3 things in your businessDo you ever lead with guilt in your online business encounters?
Why you have to stop talking about what you should be doing and let what you ARE doing be enough
Boundaries around communication
How you can ditch any guilt you have about courses you've bought in the past
What you can do moving forward before you buy another course
Click here for the transcripts
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2022-10-2615 minBig Fun ContentYou Don't Need A Label to StruggleDo you think you need a reason to struggle?
My journey with being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult
Why it's ok for you do struggle with things even if you don't have an official diagnosis
How everyone's brains work differently and you can and will find your own perfect method
Click here for the transcripts
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2022-10-1905 minBig Fun ContentEff That to ConsistencyI'm switching things up on the podcast!
Why I am deciding to switch things up over here
Why I want to record epsiodes when inspiration strikes instead of when I'm supposed to
Why is everyone is such a hurry to do things?!?
Click here for the transcripts
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2022-10-1406 minBig Fun ContentAre You Trolling Yourself?Are you standing in the way of your success as a business owner?
When you start doubting yourself in your business
What you can do when those thoughts start popping up for you
How you can try to combat those feelings if/when they do pop up
Links & Things:
Tell me your thoughts about this episode over on Instagram
Get on the waitlist for my new mastermind opening up this fall!
Wanna book a free marketing map? Contact me, and I'll put you on the wait list for that too!
2022-09-2109 minBig Fun ContentStop Doing Things You Hate When It Comes to Marketing Your BusinessSo...how can you infuse more joy into your marketing?
In this episode we cover:
Why you might feel like you need to do things that you don't love
What kinds of rules you can break when it comes to marketing your business
How many people are really out and getting real about how many clients you need
Links & Things:
Tell me your thoughts about this episode over on Instagram
Join the waitlist to get the Social Media and Podcasting Series when it opens up again
Wanna book a free marketing...
2022-09-0711 min
GoalChatConversation on Breaking the Rules with John Chen, Coach Jennie & Deanna SeymourOn this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Breaking the Rules with guests John Chen, CEO of Engaging Virtual Meetings, Jennie Mustafa-Julock aka Coach Jennie, and Deanna Seymour, Host of "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. They also share their own rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-08-251h 13
The Good Business Witch with Megan WinklerThis is Your Permission Slip to Be Unprofessional, featuring guest Deanna SeymourThis week, for my final guest episode here at The Good Business Witch Podcast, I'm joined by one of my biz besties, Deanna Seymour. Deanna, or dd for short, is your right hand ma'am when it comes to marketing your business and she has the most colorful website I've ever seen! She comes up with strategies you'll love and then she gets to work to make them happen! Hang out with her online at: HTTP://deannaseymour.com
2022-08-0524 minBig Fun ContentI'm taking the rest of August off, because something BIG is coming...So...why am I taking off?
In this episode we cover:
I've got the first Eff That Business Storytelling Series coming up August 22nd
You can break the rules in your business and do what you want
You can go grab your free ticket here.
Links & Things:
Tell me your thoughts about this episode over on Instagram
Wanna book a VIP Design Day to make your own podcast series? Let's chat!
Don't forget to sign up for access to the series here.
Would you like t...
2022-08-0305 min
Podcasting Unlocked: Tips and Growth Podcast Strategies for Impact-Driven EntrepreneursUsing a Podcast Series as an Online Summit with Deanna Seymour of the Eff That PodcastEver been curious how your show can be repurposed into an email list or even an online summit? Deanna Seymour, the podcast host of the Eff That show, knows what it means to break down the walls of marketing and do things in a unique and inspiring way when it comes to getting out there. She’s also one of the best people to chat with if you’re looking for ways to break the rules of online business. She hopes to inspire people to break the rules and do things differently when it comes to online marketing, even...
2022-07-2137 minBig Fun ContentWhat's a Content Bank and Do You Need One?So...what is a content bank and do you need one?
In this episode we cover:
What a content bank is, and if you might want to have one
What is an evergreen post and what do you do with it
How you can come up with 6 months of weekly Instagram posts and just put them on repeat
Links & Things:
Tell me your thoughts about this episode over on Instagram
Check out Annie P Ruggles Podcast Too Legitimate to Quit
Wanna book a VIP Design Day to get your content bank...
2022-07-2015 minBig Fun ContentBlogs vs. Podcasts: Which is better for you?How to figure out which is better for you: Blogs vs. Podcasts
In this episode we cover:
The pros and cons of both blogs and podcasts
What to think about before committing to either one
How you can break the rules and do things your way for both blogs and podcasts
Links & Things:
Let me know which team you're on over on Instagram
Wanna book a VIP Design Day to get your email banging? Let's chat!
Would you like to deliver your own private podcast...
2022-07-0618 min
Too Legitimate to Quit: Growth Strategies with a Pop Culture SpinOn Self-Promotion, Belonging & Pee-wee's Playhouse (feat. Deanna Seymour)In order to take ourselves seriously as business owners, do we need to be so dang serious? What are the key differences between savvy self-promotion and sleazy self-serving advertising? Is putting yourself out there emotionally safe? What the heck are the rules?
This week, Annie P. is joined by Graphic Design superstar and sassy marketing truth-teller, Deanna Seymour. Deanna is a master of helping people shine online through bold, bright, unapologetically fabulous design. She also shares some no-nonsense feedback for the coaching industry and similar "service-based" entrepreneurial circles. Then, Deanna and Annie dive headfirst into the wonder of...
2022-07-051h 00Big Fun ContentThe Visual Side of Email NewslettersHow can you make your email marketing more fun with visuals?
In this episode we cover:
My process for using visuals to guide my email marketing
What types of visuals you could start infusing into your email marketing today
Which visuals work best for certain types of connection
Links & Things:
Wanna book a VIP Design Day to get your email banging? Let's chat!
Check out the new workshop about email in the shop
Tell me your thoughts about memberships over on Instagram
Would you like to deliver your...
2022-06-2214 min
#BeFlawsome: The Good Enough PodcastBreaking the Rules in Business with Deanna SeymourYou are your brand. No one knows this better than the awesome Deanna Seymour! (seriously, check out her website)
This episode is all about breaking the rules in business so that you fearlessly carve your own path to success and do what works for you. Period.
Some of the rules we are breaking include swearing in business, having quirky copy on our websites, marketing on one platform only, taking time off during the summer months, and hosting a private podcast.
Tune in to get inspired to do business YOUR way! How are you...
2022-06-1529 min
Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#129: Playful and Creative Marketing Ideas with Deanna SeymourHave you ever struggled with the idea of promoting your brand on social media? Well lucky for you, today’s podcast episode focuses on how to make social media marketing fun! Our guest is a graphic designer and all-around creative gal who knows the power of creativity and playfulness in marketing. Deanna uses humor and empathy to help her clients feel more comfortable being themselves while marketing their business and connecting with their ideal clients.In today’s podcast episode we talk about the wonderful world of GIF’s and why they may be your next marketing tool f...
2022-06-0848 minBig Fun ContentLYLAS - Storytelling Emails That ConnectHow do you write storytelling emails that connect with your audience?
In this episode we cover:
Why I use a photo as a jumping off point for writing emails
The formula I use for almost every email I write
How to make a smooth transition from the photo and story to the pitch
Links & Things:
Tell me your thoughts about memberships over on Instagram
Read all the emails from the launch I talk about here
Wanna book a VIP Design Day to get your email banging? Let's chat!
Check out the...
2022-06-0815 min
Entrepreneurs Taking Action025 — Deanna Seymour Ran a Week of Experiments in Her Business Where She Tossed Ideas at Her Audience to See What They’d Be Interested InDeanna Seymour takes people's ideas and words and turns them into scroll-stopping graphics.
2022-05-2535 minBig Fun ContentIs Bigger Always Better When It Comes to Memberships?Is Bigger Always Better when it comes to memberships?
In this episode we cover:
Why you would want to grow a membership in the first place
How you benefit from a larger membership, but how your clients might not
How to price your membership so that you get what you need, but it is a reflection of what's included
Links & Things:
Tell me your thoughts about memberships over on Instagram
My new and improved membership launching this week! Eff That: A Scrappy Business Community
Liz Wilcox's Email Marketing Membership
Other...
2022-05-2526 min
ADHD-ishWriting Your Own Rules in Online Business with Deanna SeymourJust imagine a high school art teacher, wife, and mom trying to start an online business. She loves her students and teaching itself but all the rules of the profession are sucking the joy right out of her. In spite of her boundless enthusiasm and endless creativity, plus years of side hustle experience, like the rest of us, this wantrepreneur turns to the alleged “experts” in the field, the high priestesses of online marketing. The ones who make 'the rules". These celebrity coaches and online marketing gurus have made multi-million dollars selling their courses and coaching programs, and they...
2022-05-1748 minBig Fun ContentCan We Stop With The Gurus?How to harness the power of community while building your business
What's up in this episode:
Why you should think about replacing the word Guru in your vocabulary
How listening to other people is lessening your ability to hear yourself
Why community might be a stronger way to grow your business by hearing a diverse mix of experiences and ideas
Links & Things:
Tell me what you think about the episode over on Instagram
Equitable Vocabulary article from The Kojo Institute
My new and improved Eff That: A Scrappy Business Community
2022-05-1116 minBig Fun ContentSales Pages Gone Wild!Is it possible to write an ethical sales page?
What's up in this episode:
5 things to ponder when it comes to sales pages
How to think about things differently on your sales pages
Why are sales pages so long?!?
Links & Things:
Tell me what you think about the episode over on Instagram
I talk about my VIP Day sales page
And my Eff That Community sales page
Would you like to deliver your own private podcast feed to your audience? Sign up for a free...
2022-04-2720 minBig Fun ContentWhy it's Not a Money Mindset IssueHow not every decision you make about money is a mindset issue
What's up in this episode:
Why it's hard to price things when you're first starting out
Questioning economic systems and how you can make a difference in your business
How you can baby step your prices to gain more knowledge, confidence, and start making money asap!
Links & Things:
Kelly Diels on Instagram
Maggie Patterson of Small Business Boss
The Waffle House... yum.
Would you like to deliver your own private podcast feed to...
2022-04-1315 minBig Fun ContentBreaking the Rules of This PodcastWhy you should feel comfortable to make your own rules in business
What's up in this episode:
I'm just laying out the rules, and admitting that I'll probably break them in this podcast.
If you're already on my email list, you already have access, just check your inbox or email me.
If you're not on my email list, you can sign up here for access!
Links & Things:
Coach Kathleen Oh
Maggie Patterson of Small Business Boss
Emily Aborn of She Built This
Would you like...
2022-03-3015 min
Pitched: Real Stories of Pitching Bold IdeasHaving Fun with Private Podcast Feeds with Deanna SeymourOver the past year, we've seen the rise of private podcast feeds, which are podcasts whose access you pay for, typically either with money or an email address. They can be used in a variety of ways, as the 'carrot' for Patreon subscribers, as an opt-in, as an additional way to deliver content in a course or membership - so many ways. So, when Deanna Seymour shared that she was using private podcast feeds as a way to deliver a summit-like audio series, I knew I wanted to bring her on the show. "Today you are you...
2022-02-0147 min
The Body Positive PodcastEpisode 15 - Body Positive Dance Parties with Deanna SeymourDeanna Seymour, dance party host extraordinaire, joins us on the podcast to chat about motherhood, getting comfortable at every angle, and finding joy in movement!You can follow her on Instagram @thedeannaseymour and check out her website www.deannaseymour.com for more information about her dance parties!
2021-12-0826 min
She Built This®Keeping it Reel: The Entrepreneurial Journey with Deanna Seymour
Deanna Seymour is she is always REELY honest about where she's at with her business and in her journey. She shares openly about her struggles and her successes, and isn't trying to be anyone she's not!
Deanna is an extremely fun and exuberant lady and I absolutely love how she’s always coming up with new ideas, always thinkings of new ways to say "Eff that," to what so many are telling her she "should" do. She's a boatload of energy and has a true desire to have FUN building her business and help others do the same!
In this She...
2021-12-0156 min
Leading Lady Podcast | Coaching and Accountability for Ambitious Women EntrepreneursCreative Ways to Show Up on Social Media Even When You Don't Feel Like It with Deanna SeymourAre you using Instagram reels for your business yet? As entrepreneurs, we know that we need to be showing up online. It's great for our business to be present and active! What if you don't like to show your face on social media though? What if you hate the idea of showing yourself dancing around or doing the latest trend in order to gain some followers? This is discouraging for anyone that isn't comfortable putting themselves out there. In today's episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I sat d...
2021-11-3033 min
Captivate + Convert with Christy CegelskiDoing Your Business YOUR Way With Deanna Seymour“We get to make our own rules.”— Deanna SeymourYou started your biz with the goal of building a better, more fulfilling life for yourself, based on what YOU want. So why would you put up with anything less while growing your empire?Deanna Seymour is a graphic designer who’s ditched all the blueprints and traditional advice and built up her business her way, on her own terms (check out her website to see what I mean!). Example: Deanna just finished a six-week long sabbatical from social me...
2021-10-181h 06
WILD Wellness with Jenni Hulburt138. The Daily Dance Party to End Exercise as Punishment with Deanna SeymourIn this episode with guest, Deanna Seymour: How she stopped using exercise as punishment and started daily dance parties to inspire movement, happiness, and creativity in her body and life Why having a daughter changed her perspective and self-image A pep talk for women who struggle with exercise 3 steps to finding your movement of choiceShow notes & resources: www.jennihulburt.com/138
2021-08-2328 min
This Shit WorksThe F*ck It Mantra with Deanna SeymourA mantra is a word, a grouping of words, or sound(s), they are spoken or chanted aloud or they can be recited internally in your thoughts. By focusing the mind on one word, or thought, and nothing else, the mind stills, allowing what may be hidden to arise to our consciousness. Do they work? Well, many neuroscientists have proved that the repetitive sound and language of mantras can and do affect aspects of our life. So now I’m sitting here saying, great another thing for me to try to do and fail miserably at, a...
2021-07-2828 min
Positively Living®: Shame-Free Productivity ConversationsSocial Media Detox with Deanna SeymourText your thoughts and questions!Social media is a proven productivity buster and can easily become too overwhelming, too distracting, and overall too much to handle. That’s why episode 60 of The Positively Living Podcast is about taking a social media detox! In this episode of The Positively Living Podcast, Deanna Seymour shares the importance of releasing the “shoulds” of social media and actionable steps you can take right now to be intentional in the ways you use social media in a way that works for YOU. If you’re ready to reduce str...
2021-07-0533 min
15 {Ish} Minute Coffee Chat with Anna + Selena036: Confidence: Putting Yourself Out There In Business with Deanna SeymourWelcome to Season Four of the 15{ish} MINUTE COFFEE CHAT - a conversation every business owner needs to hear.
This week Selena of Hauoli Socially Inspired and Anna of NomadAbout host Deanna Seymour, business mentor, podcaster, and all-around creative gal. Get a boost of fun and confidence as we talk about building your business in a way that aligns with your personality.
Connect + Laugh + Inspire Your Business while we try (and fail) to keep it at 15{ish} minutes!
Topic: Confidence: Putting yourself out there in business
Watch YouTube Episode here: https://youtu...
2021-02-2852 min