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Joy First®Don't Shout Louder: Resonate DeeperWhat if you don't need a bigger audience, or a bigger budget... but deeper resonance?In this episode, we're talking about why "trying to be everywhere" might be killing your impact, the psychology behind what makes brands instantly magnetic, and how to stand out without burning yourself out in the process.If you're tired of the content hamster wheel and ready for marketing that actually feels good (and works better), this one's for you.
2025-12-0340 min
Joy First®The Profitability of PositivityEveryone keeps telling you to "push on the pain point"But what if that's exactly why your marketing feels so hard? What if that's why you freeze up when it's time to post, or why your sales copy makes you feel icky?Here's the truth: Not all purchasing decisions are driven by problem-solving.When was the last time you bought something expensive purely because it sparked joy? That weekend getaway you didn't "need." That dress that made you feel like your best self. The art piece that moved you....
2025-11-2639 min
Joy First®Finding your Brand's Bliss PointWhere Purpose, Product Market Fit, and Presentation CollideWhat makes Cheetos, Krispy Kreme and Reese's Peanut Butter Cup so dang addicting? These treats aren't perefction on accident, food scientists engineer them to hit what they call the "bliss point": the perfect balance of sugar, salt, and fat that makes your brain scream "more please" without you even consciously deciding.Your brand can hit this bliss point too.That sweet spot where what lights YOU up and what the market needs (and is willing to pay for) overlap so perfectly...
2025-11-191h 13
Joy First®The Outlier Advantage in BrandingWhat Makes You Weird, Makes You WealthyYou've been trying to fit in. Learning the industry standards. Following best practices. Being professional. Being credible. Being like everyone successful.But what if you're optimizing for the wrong thing? What if instead of apologizing, you should be celebrating?Research shows industry outsiders drive breakthrough innovation at significantly higher rates than insiders. Not despite being different. Because of it.Sara Blakely (fax machine salesperson → Spanx). Yvon Chouinard (climber → Patagonia). Rihanna (cultural outsider → Fenty Beauty). None of them succee...
2025-11-0558 min
Joy First®It's not about the logo Your Logo Isn't the Problem (and It's not the solution either)You have 0-7 seconds. In that time, three subconscious questions get answered:"Can I trust this?""Is this for me?""Is it worth it?"Obviously in this time, your clients are not consciously analyzing your logo. But they are feeling their way to their answers to these three questions.Today I'm breaking down the three elements that actually drive the feelings in your first impression, and uncovering what makes buying obvious...
2025-10-2937 min
Joy First®How to use Archetypes in BrandingHumans Have Been Telling the Same Twelve Stories for Thousands of Years. Your Brand Should Too.From ancient Greek mythology to Marvel movies. From Shakespeare to Star Wars. The same patterns keep showing up because they're wired into human psychology.And when your brand taps into these universal patterns, you're not just creating marketing. You're activating something that bypasses conscious thought and goes straight to emotion, memory, and identity.And if you’ve been in my world a while, then you know just how important emotion is when it co...
2025-10-221h 26
Joy First®Death by ProcrastibrandingThat Endless Tweaking of Your Brand? It's Not About Making it Better.When you spend hours researching the perfect font pairing over and over again, you're not actually working on your business. You're avoiding something scarier.This is what I call 'procrastibranding'. And if you just felt called out, stay with me. Because I'm not here to shame you. I'm here to help you understand what's actually happening and how to break the cycle.Today I'm breaking down why brand work feels so productive when it's actually sophisticated procrastination...
2025-10-1537 min
Faith Radio PodcastNichole, Katy - Honest Conversations Guest: Katy NicholeAlbum: Honest ConversationsWebsite: katynichole.com
2025-10-1314 minFaith Radio PodcastNichole, Katy - Honest Conversations Guest: Katy NicholeAlbum: Honest ConversationsWebsite: katynichole.com
2025-10-1314 min
Joy First®Building Desire & Honing HarmonyPicture this: A room full of 5 yr olds listening to 'Golden' - when that three-part harmony hits... their little faces lit up - they could feel the harmony (and I got about 1000 cool points from my kids for being the mum who not only came in for career day, but managed to work KPop Demon Hunters into my presentation about Colour Psychology) If your visual brand is as on-point right now as the Huntr/x high-notes - customers are doing the exact same thing as those kids. They're lighting up in your funnels, on your website and in...
2025-10-081h 13
Joy First®Decoding Colour Psychology in MarketingI Spent Six Months Fighting Over Three Shades of Grey. Here's Why It Actually Mattered.Picture this: I'm VP of brand at a tech startup, locked in a battle with our UI/UX designer over whether our app's greys should be warm or cold. She's insisting on blue-based greys: Apple does it, all the big tech brands do it, so obviously it's correct for technology, right? Wrong. And today I'm going to de-code for you why this seemingly insignificant detail reveals everything you need to know about colour psychology.
2025-10-011h 21
Joy First®Four Brand Personality TypesI spent over a decade searching for a way to ensure when my clients invested in rebranding, ROI was guaranteed.(not just making something new or pretty for the sake of new or pretty)As a serial entrepreneur as well as a branding expert, I've always had extremely high standards for how, where and when brand is worth investing in... and extremely high expectations for the kind of return I want to see on that investment.I've always bent over backwards to create this for my clients - but...
2025-09-2450 min
Joy First®Psychology of a Joy First BrandThis Week I Discovered Something That Will Change How You Think About Customer Psychology ForeverTwenty minutes. That's all it took for me to go from casual observer to completely bought-in advocate of a brand I'd barely heard of before. No pressure tactics, no manufactured urgency, just pure value, delivered with integrity.Last week I experienced the psychology of a Joy First brand in real time.Today I'm pulling back the curtain on the exact psychology behind building a Joy First Brand for the Joyconomy, including why Harvard...
2025-09-1749 min
Joy First®Welcome to the JoyconomyDuring the Great Depression, Cosmetic Sales Rose 28%While banks failed and bread lines formed in 1929, the beauty industry became the fourth largest industry in North America.In 2008, as the economy collapsed, Lego achieved record profits.During the 2020 pandemic, the pet industry exploded with 16% growth.What did these industries have in common? They weren't selling products: they were selling different versions of joy.Today I'd like to introduce you to something trend analysts are calling the Joyconomy, and it's already starting to reshape how every...
2025-09-1050 min
The Pet Photographers' JournalBuilding a Joy-First Brand with J. Nichole SmithIn this episode, I’m joined by J. Nichole Smith, brand architect, creative strategist, and founder of Joy First World. We explore what branding really means beyond logos and colours, how to stand out in a saturated pet photography market, and why emotional connection is the key to building a business that lasts.We talk about:Why “pet photographer” isn’t a niche anymoreHow to build desire instead of just selling informationUsing your brand to confidently raise pricesThe psychology behind visual brandingGrowing your business through commercial pet photographyWhat the future of the pet industry might look like
2025-07-2836 min
The Pet Photographers' JournalBuilding a Joy-First Brand with J. Nichole SmithIn this episode, I’m joined by J. Nichole Smith, brand architect, creative strategist, and founder of Joy First World. We explore what branding really means beyond logos and colours, how to stand out in a saturated pet photography market, and why emotional connection is the key to building a business that lasts.We talk about:Why “pet photographer” isn’t a niche anymoreHow to build desire instead of just selling informationUsing your brand to confidently raise pricesThe psychology behind visual brandingGrowing your business through commercial pet photographyWhat the future of the pet industry might look like
2025-07-2836 minThe Pet Photographers' JournalBuilding a Joy-First Brand with J. Nichole SmithIn this episode, I’m joined by J. Nichole Smith, brand architect, creative strategist, and founder of Joy First World. We explore what branding really means beyond logos and colours, how to stand out in a saturated pet photography market, and why emotional connection is the key to building a business that lasts.We talk about:Why “pet photographer” isn’t a niche anymoreHow to build desire instead of just selling informationUsing your brand to confidently raise pricesThe psychology behind visual brandingGrowing your business through commercial pet photographyWhat the future of the pet industry might look like
2025-07-2836 min
Joy First®Celebrating 20 Years in Business!This is a special, intimate, informal storytelling episode. After a full season of sharing other peoples' stories of finding Joy First ways of working, I thought I would share mine - especially since as of tomorrow I am now officially celebrating 20 years in business!!Want to watch the Video version? Visit my Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FbNQEVjn5/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-0355 min
Joy First®Jennifer Waters - from 'Forcing it' into 'Flow'"You'll Be an Urn Someday" - The Most Beautiful Business Story You've Never HeardI can't wait for you to meet today's guest. Jennifer Waters and I first connected nine years ago when she joined one of my very first online programs. She had a pet photography side-hustle, and she was desperate to escape a toxic marriage and build financial independence as a single momI knew I really liked Jennifer straight away. But what I couldn't have known, was the profound journey she was about to embark upon, that I...
2025-06-181h 29
Be Freaking Awesome PodcastEP174 Joy Isn’t Beige: The Bold Psychology of Color with J.Nichole SmithSend us a textWhat if the colors around you could transform your mood, mindset, and even your life?In this vibrant episode of Be Freaking Awesome, Sami and Angela sit down with brand architect and color psychology expert J. Nichole Smith (Nic) to explore the powerful (and often overlooked) connection between color, psychology, and joy.From navigating burnout to creating joy-centered brands, Nic unpacks how we can all use color as a tool for emotional resilience, intentional living, and everyday rebellion against the beige life.💡 In This Episode:The rea...
2025-06-1037 min
Joy First®Carrie Green: Finding Joy Again After Burnout"I Don't Think I Can Do This Anymore"In this beautifully revealing, intimate conversation, Carrie Green opens up about the darkest period of her business journey. In this episode Carrie shares with us the most generous and honest reflection on entrepreneurial burnout that I've ever heard.Having founded the Female Entrepreneur Association (FEA) in 2011 (which she grew into 7-figure business with a network of almost 1 million women) Carrie is an international bestselling author (She Means Business, Hay House) and an online business trailblazer. But today we're stepping back from the shiny...
2025-06-041h 00
Joy First®Ruth Ridgeway: Doing it Your WayBuilding a Joy First Career as a Non-conforming CreativeToday I'm sitting down with Ruth, the brilliantly creative mind who, when asked what her current job title is, replies with a laugh, "Today we're going with digital product strategist."This sense of fun sets the tone for our entire conversation about what happens when you follow joy instead of rigid business rules.Ruth's journey from corporate banking job to creative entrepreneur wasn't planned, it unfolded naturally as she simply shared what she loved making. Whether it was photographs, websites...
2025-05-211h 02
Joy First®Rha Goddess: Intentional Ambition"If It Ain't Joyful, I Ain't Doing It"Today I'm sharing what might be the most important conversation of this entire Joy First season. I had the incredible honor of sitting down with Rha Goddess – organizational soul coach, author, and one of the wisest voices I've encountered on the subject of intentional, purpose-driven work.This conversation couldn't be more timely. As we navigate economic uncertainty, political chaos, and the ongoing aftermath of a pandemic that changed everything about how we view work, Rha's insights offer both a challenge and a permission sl...
2025-05-071h 01
Joy First®Nicole Begley: From Zookeeper to EntrepreneurWhen You Follow Your Joy, It Won't Steer You WrongToday I'm chatting with one of my business besties, Nicole, who embodies everything this season of Joy First is about. After spending 13 years as a zookeeper making just over $30K/year at the peak of her career, Nicole started a family which led into a pivot into entrepreneurship. Since those first nervous steps into life as a photographer, she's built a profitable, truly scalable business that now allows her the income and freedom to travel internationally dozens of times a year, live the horse...
2025-04-231h 04
Joy First®Top 'Marketing Bro' Strategies for Joy First® WorkingToday I'm breaking my own rulesWe're spotlighting 5 dudes who've significantly influenced my Joy First® way of working.I'm 100% committed to amplifying women's voices, but today I'm giving a shout-out to a few men who have shaped my approach to creating the freedom-filled, joy-centered business I run today. From the pioneer of psychology-driven marketing to the spiritual CEO who helped me finally escape my inbox, these "bros" are surprisingly solid. Each guy featured in this episode introduced me to frameworks and mindset shifts that transformed how I work—and how...
2025-04-0949 min
Joy First®Jazze Jervis: Working Joy First® with Human DesignWhat if your frustration isn't a sign of weakness but wisdom?What if your body knows something your mind hasn't yet recognized?In this episode of Joy First, we are diving deep with Human Design business strategist Jazze Jervis into a revolutionary approach to work and life that challenges everything you've been taught about productivity and success. What we discovered might explain why certain business strategies leave you drained while others feel energizing.Together we explore the one-size-fits-all business advice—the kind that has you doubting your abilities wh...
2025-03-261h 12
Joy First®Paige Brunton: FocusIs the key to business success hustling harder or focusing deeper?In this episode of Joy First, I sit down with Paige who challenges the frantic, scattered approach that leaves so many entrepreneurs exhausted. We deep dive into her #1 productivity hack (which isn't a hack at all) — and discuss the how's and why's of the freedom it's created for her.During our conversation, Paige shares the moment she realized most business owners build their dreams on quicksand. She was doing it too—until a radical shift in her approach to both web...
2025-03-1256 min
Harlem QueenWe're All Ancestors in Training. Yhane talks with Nichole Hill of "Our Ancestors Were Messy".I am so glad to share with you my conversation with Nichole Hill of The Our Ancestors Were Messy podcast. Nichole and I talk about the history and value of Black newspapers and how we use them to make our shows. I had no idea there were so many!I could ALWAYS use your help to make these incredible stories.Become a patron at: https://www.patreon.com/c/harlemqueenORMake a one-time donation: https://ko-fi.com/yhanewashingtonsmithThank you!Keep in touch by subscribing to my...
2025-02-2640 min
Joy First®Bonus: Free Goodies, New stuff & Season HighlightsWell Season 1 has come to an end - thanks for joining us! Season 2, 'Joy First ways of Working' will be back March 12th 🧡Learn more about Founders Circle:https://go.joyfirstworld.com/JFFCPrevious Episodes Mentioned: Joy vs. EvilFinding Winter Joy with Colour and Ayurveda10 Joy Recipes for the New YearVisit the Previous Podcast:Joy Colour Impact & Dogs: (on iTunes) & (on spofity) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-1910 min
Joy First®The Colour BlackHave you ever stopped to think about how the colours you wear, see, and surround yourself with shape the way you feel—and how others see you? Now... how about how they relate to the colour of your skin?Join Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle, Justin Nai'im Hurdle-Price and I for a deep, thought-provoking conversation about how colour intertwines with identity, race, culture, and self-expression.Together, we unravel some of the unspoken truths about how colour impacts our lives, from the emotions it evokes to the stories it tells about who we are.But he...
2025-01-291h 04
Joy First®The Joy of Colourful FoodWhat can it look like to put joy back in our relationship with Food? In my Joy First journey I've definitely embraced comfort food and that food is a REALLY important part of my joy... so I think this conversation is SUPER important. So today we're chatting with Laura Lacey Nutritionist and Health Coach for Women (specializing in Perimenopause & Menopause) Laura believes in wellness, nutrition, science and compassion.Today Laura and I are diving in to a delicious conversation about 'eating the rainbow'. We're exploring the ways food gives us clues about its goodness (as well...
2025-01-1556 minJoy First®10 Joy Recipes for the New YearHow about we skip the New Year's Resolutions this year and instead get real about the practical how-to's of finding and prioritizing joy amidst the challenges of entrepreneurship and family life? Today we've got ten road-tested, simple but powerful recipes for making joy easier to find, choose and share each day. If you're ready to shrug off the expectations society, our families and friends put on us in favor of a personal truth that feels more authentic - you're going to love this conversation.Takeaways:Pick one of 10 simple recipes for joy first living and...
2025-01-011h 13
Joy First®Finding Winter Joy with Colour & AyurvedaDr. Janna shares how to navigate darker, colder months that often have a negative impact on our mental and physical well-being. Together we explore the symptoms and causes of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and we unpack light, colour, and nature's powerful role in lifting our mood and supporting our overall health during winter.Dr. Janna shares her unique approach to well-being, a blending of the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda with modern medicine. We talk about the importance of balance—how to navigate lower-energy seasons with grace, and why slowing down and creating space for self-reflection can be...
2024-12-1851 min
Love Letter to GriefFinding Hope: Expert Grief Counseling Support with Nichole HaugenIn this insightful episode of Love Letter to Grief, host Tiffany Smith welcomes Nichole Haugen, an expert in grief counseling, to share her wisdom and experience in helping people navigate the complexities of loss. Nichole dives into the many facets of grief, explaining the emotional, psychological, and even physical toll it can take. She provides practical advice and actionable steps for those struggling to move forward after losing a loved one, offering hope to anyone feeling lost in their journey through grief.Nichole discusses the importance of seeking support, whether through professional counseling, community groups, or close...
2024-12-111h 02Joy First®BONUS: The Cult of NeutralIn response to recent announcement, in which it named 'Mocha Mousse' the 2025 Colour of the Year, we've pulled this special episode from our previous show: 'joy, colour, impact and dogs'... In a nutshell, my opinion on about glorifying this delicious shade of brown is: yes please, especially if it takes us further away from our obsession with grey.This topic gets me super fired-up because grey is powerful trend that most people think is fabulous, but is actually just not good for us. Neutral is not as aspirational as we make it out...
2024-12-1020 min
Joy First®The 4 Personality Types of ChristmasIn this episode, I’m exploring the magic of the holiday season and how traditions, colour psychology, and personal expression can help create more meaningful celebrations.As Christmas approaches, I reflect on how the holidays often amplify both joy and stress and why it's so important to redefine traditions in ways that feel authentic to you.If you don’t celebrate Christmas, that’s completely okay—this season is still an opportunity to find joy in your own way, and creating personal rituals can be just as meaningful.I also share so...
2024-12-0429 minJoy First®Joy vs. EvilToday I want to offer some context for joy in the 'fight against evil'. Yeah, it might sound a bit dramatic, but sadly it resonates right now given current events.Where is joy's role in the face of adversity, particularly in the context of political and social turmoil? I want to acknowledge that this episode might feel 'too soon', but I hope you come back to it when you're ready. While it may seem inappropriate to focus on joy during difficult times, it is precisely when we need it the most. In this...
2024-11-2028 min
Vigilante Vibes PodcastX-Men 97's Isaac Robinson Smith AKA Bishop!Megan and her former cohost welcomes Isaac Robinson Smith who plays Bishop in X-Men 97!
2024-11-0837 minJoy First®Colour Joy your ClosetEpisode 3: Colour Joy Your Closet – Unlocking the Power of Intentional DressingWhat if the colours you wear could bring you joy, energy, and confidence every day? In this episode, Nic invites you to reimagine “dopamine dressing”—not just as a fleeting trend, but as a meaningful, joy-first practice. Instead of focusing on fashion, we’re exploring how aligning your wardrobe with your personality type and mood can bring out a new level of self-empowerment and well-being.Nic dives into the science of colour psychology and the Joy First method, showing us how we can use...
2024-11-0625 minJoy First®Finding Fit: Your Version of JoyOvercoming the harmful 'One Size Fits All' MythologyIn this episode, Nic explores the importance of finding 'fit' in marketing, and in life. She discusses the lack of nuance in discussions around how to be more happy or how to leverage the insights from positive psychology. She explains how understanding your unique personality type can give you insight into your personal joy profile, which can lead to all kinds of positive shifts. Nic shares her personal journey of self-acceptance, overcoming body shame and the many ways she had internalized familial and...
2024-11-061h 01Joy First®Why does Joy Matter?Welcome to the very first episode of the Joy First podcastThis show starts in the way it means to go in: with science, inspiration and a powerful case for the importance of joy in our individual lives and workplaces, as well as our communities.In this episode, Nic introduces the idea that joy is a revolutionary act and a powerful tool for personal and societal change. Drawing on insights from various thinkers, her own experiences and those of her clients, plus the research on joy and happiness, she makes a...
2024-11-0619 minJoy First®Welcome to Joy First®We live in a world where 24/7 we are sold a million different versions of happiness... ...Nearly all of which require us to constantly be more, do more, and especially buy more.On top of that, we are constantly told that our safety is at stake: politicians, newscasters and marketers use fear mongering tactics to fuel flames of outrage and division… Exploiting our fear of rejection, our fear of failure, and our biggest deepest scariest fear, that we’re not enough.How do we turn things round? May...
2024-10-2104 min
Leadership TeaLeading with Self-Awareness and Empathy, with Nichole Gladden McCall | S2 EP2Leadership is not just about strategy and performance; it's about people. What if self-awareness could be your secret weapon in effective leadership? Accomplished leader Nichole Gladden McCall shares her insights on leading with authenticity and empathy. Nichole opens up about the importance of self-awareness, detailing her daily practice of self-check-ins. She shares actionable strategies for navigating tough conversations with team members, as well as for creating an environment where every voice is valued. The conversation wraps up with a fun lightning round, reflecting on personal preferences and the central role of love in leadership. A...
2024-09-1940 min
What the Gut: Functional Medicine & Holistic Health with Allison34. Muscle Testing with Nichole Hirsch Kuechle, PSYCH-K, MBSR-PIn this episode, I sit down with Nichole, a seasoned educator and practitioner in foundational medicine with 28 years of experience. Nichole shares her unique approach to health care, empowering providers and clients through compassionate care and the innovative practice of muscle testing. She candidly discusses her personal journey from her early aspirations of becoming a doctor to navigating her mother's illness and eventually finding her path in holistic health. Nicole explains how muscle testing works, its benefits, and her method of blending it with emotional health to address the root causes of physical ailments. She also highlights her struggle...
2024-09-0454 min
VSG Tea with Sammi and BreUndergoing VSG And Improving Your Dating Experiences With Shannon Nichole SmithWeight loss surgeries are usually the best solution for those who want to improve their physical appearance in the most convenient way, boosting self-esteem and confidence. With that in mind, maybe you are wondering how dating experiences typically go after undergoing such a huge lifestyle change. Post-operative and Math teacher Shannon Nichole Smith shares with Sammi and Bre how VSG brought her dating to exciting new heights where she experienced less ghosting, though she still decides to remain single to enjoy the bachelorette life. She also explains how she does her meal prep, which did not only allow her t...
2024-07-1028 min
Quantum Business QueenEp 68 - Using Colour Psychology in Branding for Instant Trust with Nichole SmithBuilding a brand that speaks to your ideal customer is about more than just colours and fonts. In this episode of The Quantum Business Queen, Sarah chats with Nichole Smith about the significance of colour psychology in branding. Listen as they also share about the importance of harnessing joy in daily life, work, and relationships, emphasising the need to prioritise purpose and service in unlocking authentic happiness.
Take the Brand Personality Type Quiz here.
J.Nichole Smith is a Brand Architect with special expertise in Design & Colour Psychology. Her clients call her a ‘mind-reading Magician’. With ov...
2024-06-1838 min
Multifamily Collective PodcastLia Nichole Smith | Unlocking Multifamily Insights | Collective ConversationsJoin Mike Brewer in another insightful episode of Collective Conversations as he interviews the extraordinary Lia Nichole Smith, Senior Vice President of Education and Performance at Apartment Ratings and Satisfacts Research.
Keying off of the Biennial Online Renter Study, we explore multifamily insights, the evolution of renter behaviors, the impact of online reviews, and the future of apartment living.
This engaging discussion unveils the shifts in the multifamily industry and offers a glimpse into what's next.
Don't miss out on this treasure trove of knowledge from experts. I've always believed in the power of tiny details to reveal the...
2024-03-191h 02
Joy Colour Impact & DogsJoy-First: Stop Living a Fear-First Life #ep25
“Instinctively we know what joy is and where to get it. . . but what does seem to evade most of those who are born into the capitalist ‘eat, sleep, shop, please, perform, produce’ lifestyle, is how to make time for it.” -J.Nichole Smith
We are raised to live in fear.
We uphold money, status, and power, terrified of what will become of us if we fail to achieve them. This is about survival... But at what cost?
Instead of enduri...
2024-02-2140 min
Girls Gone WeirdEp. 13 - Macabre MemoriesCome get weird with us while up is down, right is left, time is but an illusion!You thought this was Episode 13? So did we, but we're throwing you in a time machine and taking you all the way back to Episode 1.That's right, this week you get to hear our very first episode in all its glory. We're letting it all hang out as we discuss the very first "macabre memories" of our childhood: 13 year old "Kool Aid Killer" Eric Smith and the "Versace Killer" Andrew Cunanan. But be warned: this is a...
2023-12-031h 12
This Is My Story: Women's Stories of Struggles & TriumphsEp. 5 - Nichole's Story, Part 2: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Acceptance with ADHDWhat if you found out at age 37 that the struggles you've battled your entire life were due to a late diagnosis of ADHD? Join us in a raw and authentic conversation with Nichole Smith, as she invites us into her world of constant movement, hyperactivity, and the challenges of feeling different. Nichole delves into her high school years filled with restless energy, her chaotic college journey of ever-changing majors, and the everyday hurdles of living with ADHD before it was well understood. Nichole candidly shares the strategies she has found helpful in dealing with ADHD and provides comfort and...
2023-10-1040 minThis Is My Story: Women's Stories of Struggles & TriumphsEp. 4 - Nichole's Story, Part 1: Career Crossroads and Teaching ChallengesIn today's episode, Nichole Smith, a communications coordinator, former English teacher, wife and mom, shares about significant chapters in her life story, chapters where she had to make career sacrifices, face the trials and challenges of teaching in public high schools, and the strength it took for her to leave a teaching position after just three weeks. Nichole's story reminds us that life's journey isn't always a straight line. It's about finding the courage to pivot and listening to that inner voice that guides you. LINKS This Is My Story website: https://www.thisismystorypodcast.com/
2023-10-1048 min
Living and Leading with Emotional IntelligenceLost and Broken: My Journey Back from Chronic Pain and Crippling Anxiety with Congressman Adam SmithLost and Broken: My Journey Back from Chronic Pain and Crippling Anxiety with Congressman Adam SmithIn this episode, I speak with Congressman Adam Smith about his long battle with chronic pain and crippling anxiety. Join us as we navigate the ups and downs and ins and outs of the US healthcare system, mental roadblocks, challenges, insights, and everything in between, which Smith discusses in greater detail in his new book, Lost and Broken: My Journey Back from Chronic Pain and Crippling Anxiety.About Adam Smith:Adam Smith is a veteran...
2023-06-2849 min
The Ezer MindsetThe Power of The Pivot ft. April SmithApril Smith, founder of One Day and creator of The Daily Execution Planner, joins Altimese Nichole on The Ezer Mindset podcast to discuss the power of the pivot. Smith emphasizes the importance of having a vision for one's life and following that path based on personal intuition and guidance. She encourages listeners to embrace change and adapt to new circumstances in pursuit of their goals. Smith shares her personal experience of being forced to pivot during the pandemic and social unrest, which led her to become an entrepreneur and explore new opportunities in stocks and real estate.
2023-06-211h 01
Freedom Focus PhotographyWhat's New in Commercial Pet Photography with J.Nichole Smith186 - If you're a regular listener to this podcast, you know I'm a big fan of gratitude and acknowledging our wins. And holy cow, am I full of wins and gratitude today. J. Nichole Smith and I are still soaring from all the wins we counted at Global Pet Expo, where we re-introduced the pet industry to Animalhaus Stock Photography. Global Pet Expo is one of the biggest pet-industry trade shows and to get in, you have to be either an exhibitor or a buyer. It is seriously exclusive and we were...
2023-04-0441 min
Future Female Leaders197| How to Prepare for Your Future Leadership RoleNichole shares an episode where she was a guest on the Honest Management Podcast with Dan Smith. They talked about different scenarios female leaders specifically might come across when they first get promoted and how to handle each as they come up. Check out Honest Management Podcast Join an upcoming Career Help chat Connect with Nichole on LinkedIn Learn more about the Future Leaders Program
2023-02-0346 min
Freedom Focus Photography[ REPLAY ] Ep. 145 - Why Commercial Photography May Not be for You with J. Nichole Smith145 - For many of us, seeing our photography on a dog-food bag or in a Ruffwear catalog would be a dream come true. If the enormous ego boost wasn't satisfying enough, how 'bout that high-dollar payday?! Not so fast, compadre. This week, J. Nichole Smith and I deliver some real talk on the world of commercial animal photography—and why it might not be for you. Or maybe it is! Find out what qualities make for a successful commercial photographer, and if it's something you want to, ahem, shoot for. What To Listen For:
2022-12-0138 min
The Bloomera Podcast | Personal Growth, Breaking Cycles, & Healing Trauma (your BLOOM ERA)How to Support Someone in an Abusive or Toxic Relationship with Beth, a Friendship ExpertHow to know if someone is in an abusive relationship and how to navigate that situation as someone on the outside. I've been on both sides and have brought in an expert on supporting loved ones through (and out of) abusive and toxic relationships. Whether it's your friend, sister, co-worker, family member, or neighbor that you suspect might be in a relationship, we will talk about the warning signs to look out for, how to offer help in a way that doesn't enable the behavior but also won't push them away, and how to care for yourself a...
2022-10-2527 minThe Bloomera Podcast | Personal Growth, Breaking Cycles, & Healing Trauma (your BLOOM ERA)Building Resilience and Trauma Informed Language with Nichole MylesTW: Discussion of domestic violence. My guest, Nichole Myles, is a survivor and speaker who talks about post-traumatic growth, resilience, and trauma-informed practices. We had so much to talk about that this interview will be broken up into two parts - with today’s focus being building resiliency and trauma-informed practices. We will discuss:Building resilience after abuse and trauma Fostering and finding resilience Healing from trauma and abuse Thriving after an abusive relationship Stories from a survivor of domestic violence Trauma-i...
2022-10-2028 min
Build Young Grow WealthyThe Tragic Life of Anna Nichole Smith: When the 'Will' Backfires!In today’s podcast episode, I will break down the probate litigation of Anna Nichole Smith.
Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. I have done my best to accurately represent Anna’s story, except for a few details to make her story more colorful. My research attempts to highlight Anna’s story as a cautionary tale of why updated Will’s are important. This is not legal advice; this is for educational purposes only.
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2022-10-2010 minThe Bloomera Podcast | Personal Growth, Breaking Cycles, & Healing Trauma (your BLOOM ERA)Post-Traumatic Growth and Overcoming Abuse with Nichole MylesTW: Discussion of domestic violence. Nichole Myles is a survivor and speaker who talks about post-traumatic growth, resilience, and trauma-informed practices. We had so much to talk about that this interview will be broken up into two parts - with today’s focus being thriving after abuse and post-traumatic growth. We will discuss:Surviving domestic violenceLeaving an abusive relationship or marriageHaving a child in an abusive relationshipHealing from abuse and traumaPost-Traumatic growthEmpowering yourself after abuse
2022-10-1131 min
Freedom Focus PhotographyThe Power of Book Now with J.Nichole Smith154 - J. Nichole Smith is allergic to waiting. A busy brand consultant, marketer and mom, Nic doesn't have the time or the patience for businesses that take days to get back to her. And, she says, neither do the potential clients who reach out about your photography services. This week Nic and I discuss the single most important change you can make to your booking process—and why so many pet photographers are resistant to doing it. What To Listen For:How you're inadvertently killing your potential clients' mojoWhat your inquiry process teleg...
2022-07-2640 min
ALLSMITHFree Flow Friday with Nichole Kribs - Invictus MastersFree Flow Friday with Invictus coach Nichole Kribs! This week Bryce and Nichole explore the evolution of CrossFit after her podium finish at the inaugural CrossFit Games. They discuss Nichole's Invictus Masters Program and how she prepares her athletes for the CrossFit Games. (01:47): Fitness experience (05:10): Athlete development program(08:37): Good communication starts with good listening(10:54): Experience with a back injury(14:12): Do what’s best for you(18:20): Invictus Master’s Program: Goals and objectives(22:24): Designing a better athletic program (26:42): What is the Invictus Master’s Program? Get started today with the Inv...
2022-07-2234 min
Freedom Focus PhotographyWhy Commercial Photography May Not be for You with J. Nichole Smith145 - For many of us, seeing our photography on a dog-food bag or in a Ruffwear catalog would be a dream come true. If the enormous ego boost wasn't satisfying enough, how 'bout that high-dollar payday?! Not so fast, compadre. This week, J. Nichole Smith and I deliver some real talk on the world of commercial animal photography—and why it might not be for you. Or maybe it is! Find out what qualities make for a successful commercial photographer, and if it's something you want to, ahem, shoot for. What To Listen For:
2022-05-2438 min
The Backyard Pull Up!Interview with Poet, Writer, and Indie Author (Ms. Nichole, Nichole)Season 2 Episode 3: Todays show indie Author, Blogger, Poety, Entrepreneur Ms. Nichole Nichole stopped by to hang out in the backyard!!! Thanks so much for listening, If you like the podcast, please rate 5 stars :) on Apple podcasts or like on share on Spotify or any major podcast platforms! Have an amazing day! Follow me: Facebook: The Backyard PULL UP I Email: thebackyardpullup@gmail.com My Goal is to inspire people while they listen to stories, conversations, and nonsense along with some serious topics. Lets laugh and have fun in my backyard. We live in difficult times so lets smile, share, lift up o...
2022-05-0248 min
Full Freedom for Entrepreneurs with Skye Barbour022 Branding Freedom with J. Nichole SmithI’m so excited to bring you my first podcast guest, J. Nichole Smith. Nichole has incredible expertise to share about building businesses, discovering her passion for branding and sharp design, and ultimately developing the Color Brand Method™ to serve businesses. Join us for a conversation about niching down, shedding business consulting roles and building beyond branding design to create a business model that would give you freedom and fulfillment. I’d love to see a message from you in my inbox so email me or message me on IG to tell me your take-aways! Which...
2022-04-2531 min
Making Money Online with Lisa Johnson043 Why it's so important to find your purpose with J. Nichole SmithJoining me today is J. Nichole Smith, an expert in helping founders find their purpose and amplifying their profitability and their positive impact. Nic spoke at my recent LA Mastermind retreat and really blew everyone away so I wanted to have her on the podcast because the way she speaks about purpose is something everyone needs to know, at every level. What You'll Learn In This Episode: - Nic's unique perspective on purpose and the power of rooting your marketing and branding in meaning. - Where to start in finding your purp...
2022-03-2824 min
Quick PicksEpisode 24: Black Authors for Black History MonthTo celebrate Black voices, we would like to highlight some of our favorite authors/writers and those our coworkers also recommend for various ages, genres, and interests.
Discussed:
Deacon King Kong - James McBride
Girl With the Louding Voice - Abi Abi Daré
His Only Wife - Peace Adzo Medie
Boy, Snow, Bird - Helen Oyeyemi
Homegoing, and Transcendent Kingdom - Yaa Gyasi
Between the World and Me, and The Water Dancer - Ta-Nehisi Coates
Red at the Bone, and Before the Ever After...
2022-02-1828 min
This is Good for YouCollecting Sneakers Is Good For YouBeing a sneakerhead is so foreign to me. I know what I like and what serves a purpose for me, but the mythology and processes of it all are beyond me. There’s so much more beyond the surface of “I like these shoes.” I wanted to find out more about this hobby and why it’s become such an elite moment in fashion history, so I asked Jamal to tell me all about the culture of being a sneakerhead and how it’s changing.IndulgenceNichole recommends sachets!Guest...
2022-02-1851 minQuick PicksEpisode 22: Best of 2021 Library BallotsSteve joins me in this episode to discuss the results of our library's Best of 2021 ballots in many categories, including books and media.
Fic:
Hamnet - Maggie O'Farrell
Razorblade Tears - SA Cosby
The Four Winds - Kristin Hannah
The Other Emily - Dean Koontz
The Man Who Lived Underground - Richard Wright
She Who Became the Sun - Shelley Parker-Chan
The Lincoln Highway - Amor Towles
Mys/Thrill:
Razorblade Tears - SA C...
2022-01-2139 min
LifeTalks with Aubrey Nichole#LoveTalks Episode 10: Oceans Apart but Connected by Love - Wellina and Thomas' Love Story PH-USAWonderful and Amazing day Life Talk Partners and Friends!
Welcome to another funfilled and inspiring episode of Life Talks with Aubrey Nichole!
For this week's episode, join me as I had a fun and amazing conversation and interview with Wellina de Dios from Cebu City, Philippines on her inspiring journey and relationship with Thomas Smith of Texas, USA. Listen and be inspired as we discuss their unique and inspiring love story, relationship and love advices, our learning and insights as well as what are the important things we need to know in love. Indeed, love moves...
2021-08-0950 min
Positively Influential with Anna Parker-Naples211 Beyond the Brand with J. Nichole SmithToday we're talking about how to turn your passion into a profitable brand. I'm joined by my friend J. Nicole Smith, an award-winning Brand Architect, Design and Colour Psychology Consultant. Through her proprietary Whyfinding™ and Colour Brand™ methods, she helps businesses transform their profit and impact by prioritising purpose and rebranding using science. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What it means to find your why and turn it into a profitable brand - How powerful colour is and what it makes you experience on the subconscious level - S...
2021-07-1224 min
Inquizative MindsEpisode 62: Paranormal Experiences with Nichole PurvisThis episode I welcome back Nichole Purvis. She brings all of her paranormal experiences, from growing up in Wyoming to camping in Japans suicide forest.
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2021-07-0552 min
Tech-Driven BusinessInside Insights: Industry Trends from a Salesperson Perspective - Nichole SmithIn this episode, I continue my conversation with Nichole Smith, VP of Human Experience Management (HXM) at SAP. In this episode we'll talk about the top industry trends Nichole sees in the IT space and how companies are leveraging these trends. This includes: moving to the cloud, simplifying business, and how companies can be agile, innovative, and be information rich.
Nichole's diverse background and insights create an engaging conversation on early-adopters vs those who wait.
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2021-06-1717 minTech-Driven BusinessInside Insights: Perspective of a Salesperson - Nichole SmithClients often ask what to look for when purchasing IT products and services from someone. That drove me to my next guest, Nichole Smith, a 3rd generation sales person. Her background includes obtaining SAP Certification in college, working as an IT consultant, and now being VP of Human Experience Management (HXM) at SAP. Since she's played multiple different roles in her career, she can better support clients in successfully buying and implementing SAP solutions. In this first episode of a 2-part series, Nichole and I will talk about her career in STEM, what clients can expect from a good s...
2021-06-0419 min
Freedom Focus PhotographyThe Power of Color and Why with J.Nichole Smith065 - This week my guest is J. Nichole Smith (Nic, for short) who specializes in what she calls "whyfinding." Drawing on her past experience as both a pet photographer and retail brand co-founder, along with lessons from a marketing master's degree, Nic helps entrepreneurs uncover their true purpose and transform their gifts into successful brands—in both the pet space and beyond. She's also spent a lifetime obsessed with color, of all things. Our conversation flows from conscious capitalism to applied color psychology to discovering your "legacy work." It's a meaty one this week! What...
2021-05-0450 min
VSG Tea with Sammi and BreUndergoing VSG And Improving Your Dating Experiences With Shannon Nichole SmithWeight loss surgeries are usually the best solution for those who want to improve their physical appearance in the most convenient way, boosting self-esteem and confidence. With that in mind, maybe you are wondering how dating experiences typically go after undergoing such a huge lifestyle change. Post-operative and Math teacher Shannon Nichole Smith shares with Sammi and Bre how VSG brought her dating to exciting new heights where she experienced less ghosting, though she still decides to remain single to enjoy the bachelorette life. She also explains how she does her meal prep, which did not only allow her to s...
2021-03-1128 min
The Fast-Track Coach with Terra Bohlmann#51 How to Find Your Why to Feel More Fulfillment with J. Nichole SmithTerra Bohlmann interviews J. Nichole Smith (also known as "Nic"), who is a branding consultant and author who helps entrepreneurs find their ‘big why’ and apply it to create the freedom and fulfillment that helps you build a brand that matters. Her expertise comes from a lifetime of building her own brands, helping solopreneurs, and billion-dollar corporations grow their impact and their revenue. Nic shares how to find your own WHY. We are often told we need to find our why, but no one explains how to actually do it. Nic gives us the "how-to" find your why and go deep...
2020-10-1850 min
M4 Women Magazine ShowHOW TO CREATE A BRAND THAT MATTERS With Nichole SmithNichole Smith discusses on this amazing episode how to create a brand that matters. She answers interesting questions about the reasons why establishing your own brand is key in today's economy and how her own journey has given her the insight to make right decisions. This episode is a must watch my friend. Watch it and let me know if I'm wrong. I love you!
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2020-08-0347 minInquizative MindsEpisode 5: Bombing of the U.S.S. Cole with Nichole StephensonRetired Navy veteran Nichole Stephenson comes by the studio to discuss the bombing of the U.S.S. Cole
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2020-07-2754 min
Positively Dog Training - The Official Victoria Stilwell PodcastEpisode 103: Finding Your “Why”™ with J. Nichole SmithPetrepreneur marketing guru J. Nichole Smith joins Victoria to discuss the importance of identifying and building around your ‘why.’
2020-05-0643 min
Chelsea Nichole: A Woman and Her MusicA Woman and Her MusicOn my first podcast I introduce myself and introduce you to the concept of A Woman and Her Music. Enjoy this song from my sophmore album, "Spiritual Man" written by Kenny Smith and myself.
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2020-04-1104 min
Magic Maker#49- The Revolution Will Not be TelevisedThe revolution will not be televised.... it will be on Facebook Live!https://facebook.com/jnicholesmithEvery day at Noon {UK} Join Whyfinder and niche brand expert J.Nichole Smith for her pirate broadcast of daily inspiration, Q+A, interviews with some of the most successful, interesting and inspiring entrepreneurs, thought-provoking topics, workshops and more.If you're an entrepreneur or you fancy becoming one - and you care about making a difference - this is YOUR place to get support, share ideas, find courage, get fired up and connect with like-minded...
2020-03-1903 min
Keeping It PositiveHa! You Thought You Had A Full Proof Plan?! Ft. Special Guest Sasha Nichole Smith!On This episode of Keeping It Positive Travis & Special guest Sasha Nichole Smith let you in on a little secret...
You Don't have life figured out. & That's OKAY!!!
They talk about 2020 being the year of Transformation, Sasha's music career & some of this weeks viewers choice topics & "Hey Ladies" questions. It's an episode that is so real - that they had to go back and think about how brutally honest they were being.
Check it out & if you liked this episode and want more content, then go ahead...
2020-01-1635 minMagic Maker#44 – Decade in Review"In the next decade, it's not about my accomplishments or how many countries I've been, it's about the depth and the quality of my relationships, both with other people and especially with myself" J. Nichole SmithMagic makers welcome to season 5! In the very first episode of 2020, Nichole is taking a look back at the last decade and shares her personal and business highlights. Stay tuned and find out how Nic spends her wintertime, how she picked her perfect place to reflect, what resolutions she set for the 20s, a lifelong lesson that she learned, and...
2020-01-0635 minMagic Maker#43 – Do it Anyway: Overcoming Fear to Build Momentum"All the best stuff is on the other side of fear" J. Nichole SmithIn the last episode of season 4, Nichole talks about her journey of overcoming fear, doing it anyway, and why you should do it, too! More specifically, Nic reveals why she and her husband gave their daughter the middle name of Danger, what challenges she had to face when she came to the UK, and ultimately why a specific song had such an impact on her and how it can benefit to you as well. What you will hear in...
2019-12-2318 minMagic MakerBuilding Momentum by Doing What You Love"We all have permission to do what we love, we just have to prioritize it." J.Nichole SmithThis Monday, Nichole reveals how she used a method that was shared in the previous episode and approached to Ruth Ridgeway over Instagram. Stay tuned and learn why Nic approached her, how Ruth builds momentum by doing what she loves, and why you should do the same! In addition, you will find out all the details about Momentum Mastermind that is currently open and the new lunch of the Nic’s membership “Working with Dog”.What y...
2019-12-1619 minMagic MakerHow to Jumpstart your Momentum by Building Relationships"If you want to achieve your big dreams, you've got to put yourself in the way of opportunities. This will require getting out of your PJs and leaving your house once in a while." J. Nichole SmithToday, our host, Nichole explains how to jumpstart your momentum by building relationships! Stay tuned and find out why Nic never uses the word "Networking" for creating new contacts, how Nic made an amazing connection, why mutual friends are valuable, how to approach people online, and ultimately why you should just do it! In addition, you will learn about...
2019-12-1024 minMagic MakerEgo v.s. Profit“Is the stuff that feels most urgent to you, right now in your business, is going to feed your bank account or your ego?” J. Nichole SmithIn today’s episode, our host, Nichole shares how to focus on profit and revenue activities instead of focusing on your ego. Particularly, you will learn about 4 messages, accompanied by an exercise, that will help you to put your "I" aside and increase your income! Besides, you will hear about Nic’s hard-learned lesson regarding her ego, why you should relax instead of hustling, how you can get Nic’s new progr...
2019-12-0225 minMagic MakerHow to Simplify Your Products to Build Momentum“Overwhelm is one of the #1 reasons why people don’t buy from us” J. Nichole SmithToday, Nic reveals how to simplify your product to become more intelligible to your customers and eventually build momentum! Learn the two main reasons why you should simplify your offerings, what is revenue pyramid, how to group your products, and where you can download the worksheet that will help you get the wheels turning! Besides, in the spirit of the holiday season, our host explains why this is a great period of the year and why you should separate yourself from a...
2019-11-2517 minMagic MakerThe 12-Step Momentum Formula“Your “Why” doesn’t do you much good to fund the freedom and the fulfilled lifestyle if you don’t already know how to grow a profitable business.” J. Nichole SmithThe Magic Maker Live conference is done and Nic is back in the game! In today’s episode, our host guides you through 12-Step Momentum Formula that will help you become, do, and have all you ever want! But, before that, you will learn about finding your “Why”, the concept of “Be, Do, Have”, and what Identity Mantra is. Then you will dive into 12-Step Momentum Formula, a Nic...
2019-11-1145 min
Uncreative RadioUncreative Radio with Alexis Nichole Smith Episode 120: Surviving Hollywood Amidst Scandal & Sexual HarassmentAlexis Nichole Smith is a television and film actress most known for her performance in House of Cards (2013), Loserville (2016), and Tryst (2015).
On episode 120 of Uncreative Radio, Alexis Nichole Smith shares what it’s like holding your own in Hollywood amidst scandal and sexual harassment.
Alexis Nichole Smith joined the cast of House of Cards before Kevin Spacey’s sexual misconduct allegations surfaced. When his demons did go public, she had to make a choice. She tells of her experience abandoning a major show and a cast she loved for a crime that did not impact her...
2019-09-2638 min
Create PossibilitiesHow To Build Your Brand With Nichole SmithIf you are an entrepreneur then you will want to listen to this episode! Special guest, Nichole Smith explains how she helps entrepreneurs find freedom and fulfillment to build a brand and not just a business. Her evergreen course, "Find Your Magic" is designed to help you Find Your Why and then how to turn it into communications that attracts the right people to your business. Links to find Nichole Smith: https://www.jnicholesmith.com Instagram @jnicholesmith
2019-08-2554 min
Build Your Online Audience[315] How to create a brand statement (and why you need to) with J. Nichole SmithHear the tables being turned in this surprisingly revealing episode, as J. Nichole Smith, a branding expert, challenges me on my brand statement and what language I should be using to have a more impactful message. Nichole also shares some of the fears that are holding people back from creating a successful brand as well... READ MORE The post [315] How to create a brand statement (and why you need to) with J. Nichole Smith appeared first on Janet Murray.
2018-11-0854 min