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Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceHow Neurodivergence Affected My Career ChoiceThis milestone episode is personal. I explain how my travels and early career development only played a small part in my choice of career. I'm a mom to three neurodivergent boys - something I don't often talk about because it's really none of anyone's business. However, in this episode I discuss how I had to approach the diagnosis process and reflect on how I grew up in a hurry, and how these things guided me back towards working with women who need to speak clearly and plainly to make an impact with their word. I talk about post partum...
2022-05-0227 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceAre You Ready for the New PRI was recently asked my opinion on the 'new PR' methods. Well, there are a lot of headlines (and gurus) out there shouting about the best way to market your business right now and those people and what they tout cause a lot of us to do a deep dive into freebies, courses, and workshops that we don't necessarily need - all because there are newer, better way to do things, right? You might think you're not a communicator but I promise you that you are. And the 'new PR' isn't something that needs to scare anybody into analysis...
2022-04-1115 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceHow to Craft a Clear and Confident Elevator PitchAs the world re-opens, you'll be presented with more and more opportunities to network in person. This short episode walks you through how to craft your killer elevator pitch, one that you'll be able to deliver with confidence and ease, making the best possible first impression. (First aired Sept 2020)Have you left a rating and review yet? Your support helps bring this independent podcast to more people so they, too, can benefit from the advice they need to raise their business visibility and clarify their messaging. Thank you so much for listening!
2022-04-0413 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceThree tips for creating engaging contentThis episode covers three tips I've noticed increase views and engagements from my own and my client's social media channels. Nothing earth-shattering, but the data shows that these tips are working right now! Don't forget to listen all the way through for a word to the wise around the importance we give engagement.My face is my fortune. - Denise Duffield ThomasKey Points:Common sense isn't actually commonVisibility Stories for the audienceAlso mentioned:Epicure: https://janicefogarty.epicure.com/en-ca/ ; for the reel: instagram...
2022-03-2815 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceWhy Content Pillars Don't WorkDo you like puzzles? I do. But with a cup of tea and time on my hands, not when it comes to figuring out if something can solve my problem or make my life easier. You don't want your communications to be a puzzle to your audience, to your customers, but that's what's happening if you're using content pillars the way most experts are talking about them. I've watched the webinars, I've downloaded the freebies, and I break down exactly what's missing in this podcast episode.Thank you for spending some of your precious time with...
2022-03-2115 minConnections, Coffee & Confidence3 Tips to Grow Your VisibilityThere are loads of different things people do to become visible in this highly saturated world we live in - but just because someone looks like they're getting ahead, are they really? And if you do what they do, will it work for you, too? With consistency and purpose (and some tactics to use) you can grow your visibility in a meaningful way so that your business stays in the minds of the people you want to reach most - your clients and customers. This episode outlines three ideas for you to try now - pick one and see...
2022-03-1412 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceInternal Communication and Your Small BusinessesMaybe not the sexiest aspect of communications (comms is a sexy topic, right, not just me?) internal communications is still incredibly important. Whether your team is you, you and your VA, or you and a team of 12, how you manage internal communications will impact the efficiency, longevity and culture of your business. This episode runs down the benefits, the possible solutions and their implications for your team, and what you need to think when it comes to working with and managing the people in your business.When there are regular communications within an organization, everyone...
2022-03-0718 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceTake Control of Your BrandIf you’re building your business or you’re at a stage where you need to offload some of your content design, a brand guide will help keep your brand identity cohesive, contribute to your reputation, increase people’s impression of your company, and just make life easier for whoever is creating your content. Even if that person is you. Have a listen to more benefits of a brand identity guide, what you'd use it for and what goes into creating one.Also - In the next 100 episodes, I’m aiming to grow this audience - ratings...
2022-02-2816 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceYou Can Find Yourself Through CreativityEmanuela Hall is a speaking and visibility coach who Helps growth-minded entrepreneurs embody their leadership and speak with authority to attract dream clients with ease. But that’s not all she is - she’s also an actress, an award-winning playwright, director and producer, an author, and a homeschooling mom. In this chat, we cover imposter syndrome, her time in Ghana, self care and safe spaces, and more.Get in touch with Emanuela:Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/visibleentrepreneursspeakingwithauthorityIG: https://www.instagram.com/emanuela_speakingcoach/\YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbi...
2022-02-2138 min
Better Call Daddy204. You’ve Got Mail, Strategically Communicated. Janice FogartyHow do you pitch the media strategically? How do you build relationships that feel genuine? How do you write in your clients’ voice?
Today’s guest has quite the unique love story and she learned to be a strategic communicator advocating for her children! No fluff needed! She’s a coffee-drinking, intuitive, and analytical, slightly dry host of the Connections, Coffee & Confidence podcast and the daughter of a Mountie! Better Call Daddy: The Safe Space For Controversy.
Janice Fogarty is a communications strategist who specializes in crafting messaging and creating purposeful content for brilliant women; she helps w...
2022-02-1543 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceEasy Set Up for Successful Content CreationIt feels good to create content intuitively; that place where you don’t feel the pressure of what to say or how to say it with grace and style and perfection, you just say it as often as you can, as many ways as you can because you believe it so fully. You just know it’s the right thing to say. But not everyone is happy to feel their way through things like content creation and writing. This episode provides 4 tips to easily set up a content creation framework.Work out your messaging. This is w...
2022-02-1415 minConnections, Coffee & Confidence10 Reasons to be a Podcast GuestSomeone recently told me she had never considered podcasts as PR. Well. I can’t even tell you what happened inside my brain. There was a momentary short circuit. Because podcasts are absolutely a PR tactic. When you consider public relations is all about creating and maintaining relationships, and your voice plays such a huge part in expressing yourself, podcasts can be a significant tool in your promotional and reputational toolbox. In this episode, I break down ten benefits of guesting on podcasts.Key Points:An interested audience you didn't have to build (2:17)If...
2022-02-0714 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceShe Loves The QuestionThis week's interview is with Meg Heppner, a life coach, hypnotherapist, blogger, event host and podcaster. She's passionate about walking with people who want more out of life than just the status quo. She believes that life doesn’t have to work out exactly the way we think it “should” in order to be enjoyed and that people don’t have to be perfect in order to be loved. She has opinions - and doesn't profess to be right - but she loves to talk about them. This is a very open discussion of lots of those opinions, from love to c...
2022-01-311h 06Connections, Coffee & Confidence5 Benefits That PR Gives Your Business No Matter the Industry or SizePublic relations takes strategy, skill, hard work and a bit of luck so it makes sense that you'd want to be sure of a payoff before investing your time, effort and maybe even your money. This episode outlines 5 key benefits - and a heck of a lot more - the PR can provide your business, no matter the size, industry, or turnover.Key Points:Visibility: how do you create relationships if no one knows you exist? (2:15)Credibility: enables you to increase your prices and bring in new people (3:59)Identity: if you don't already...
2022-01-2417 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceI've Learned to Trust MyselfThis is a second appearance on the podcast by my friend and client Karen Howley of CRT Legal - a local law firm with a global reach. Karen is a Canadian immigration and real estate lawyer whose business acumen is enviable. I invited her back on because the decisions she has taken and the changes she has implemented in growing her professional business in a traditionally male-dominated field governed by convention are inspirational. It's one of the greatest conversations about business that I've had yet and I am really excited for you to listen....
2022-01-171h 00Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceThe Superwoman EffectThis week’s episode is kind of a quick one - just as much for me as it is for you, especially if you have perfectionist tendencies or somewhat of a superwoman identity. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t for a moment doubt that you actually are a superwoman. I have a vague idea of what you do and already I’m impressed. I'd be blown away at what you do if I had a full picture.When I’m writing and recording this, it’s still pretty fresh and early in 2022. New year. And while th...
2022-01-1013 minConnections, Coffee & Confidence3 Things You Need for Doing Your Own Public RelationsYou might not consider yourself a writer, a speaker, an authority but you can have an event, guest blog or post, go on a podcast, get featured in a magazine or paper, and so much more and reap the benefits of your public relations efforts. There are three things you need to make it happen and that's what I'm talking about in this episode.Key Points:Have a Plan (2:13)Allow yourself the Time (4:47)Muster up the Confidence (7:30)New Workshop:I'm hosting a podcast pitching workshop beginning in...
2022-01-0314 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceReena Friedman-Watts, the extended interviewThis is an extended version of my interview with Reena Friedman Watts, host of Better Call Daddy and founder of MegaWatts Productions. She talks about her time at The Jerry Springer Show and what inspires some of her content, as well as involving her family in her podcast. I share a bit more of my home life, including parenting children on the autism spectrum, the culture shock of living in Ireland, and raising teenage coders. If you listened to episode 79 - which was more focused on the business of communications - and wondered what I had edited out, then...
2021-12-271h 22
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceLiving by Her Values: Kerry Hales, Transformational Life CoachThis chat with transformational life coach Kerry Hales runs the gamut from swimming in cold water to challenge your mind to trademarking drama, building a fire and playing small, to turds and personal responsibility. Kerry recently released a book, Life Lessons from your Knicker Drawer: Declutter your head, transform your mind, and we discuss the process she followed beginning many years ago from the idea that she write a book up to now and the feelings and benefits of being an author.Find Kerry Here:kerryhales.comKerry Hales - Transformational Life Coach on...
2021-12-201h 17Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceAds and PR: What's The Difference and What That Means to YouEveryone knows what ads are, we see them everywhere all the time. And if you're listening to this podcast, then you have an awareness or an interest in public relations, But what's the difference? Can they work together? And most importantly, which one is best for your business? Listen in to find out!Key Points:What are PR and advertising? (2:40)Control: Difference #1 (4:09)Budget: Difference #2 (13:42)Credibility: Difference #3 (13:46)When do you chose which? (18:23)Key Resources:No budget? No problem! Once you've figured out what you've been doing wrong, get it...
2021-12-1321 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceI'll Try That: An Interview with Reena Friedman WattsThis interview with Better Call Daddy host Reena Friedman Watts runs the gamut from her time in production on The Jerry Springer Show to a brief chat with her daughter Celia to Reena's attitude towards new experiences and opportunities. If you haven't listened to her podcast yet, Reena goes after stories that tell an interesting tale and afterwards, she talks to her dad to get his opinion of the guest and the story. As a marketer, she loves to help her clients make connections and create community to move their businesses forward. But she stays true to her background...
2021-12-061h 02Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceLet's Talk About Lush, BabyHave you heard that Lush is leaving the 4 main social platforms? Wondering about their decision? In this episode, I do talk about their decision but what's far more interesting is this announcement as a piece of their public relations strategy. This episode is kind of like a mini case study of fantastic PR in motion with some things for you to think about in terms of your business. Key Points:Edward Bernays & the 3 Fundamentals of PR (2:24)The Lush Statement (3:34)Visible Alignment with Values (5:01)Brand Exposure (5:22)Timing (5:49)Timeliness (6:23)Strategic Planning and Decision Making (7:45)What...
2021-11-2915 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidencePR Efforts Tanking? Listen to These 6 Reasons WhyI'm not usually one to focus on the negative but sometimes we gotta look at what's not working to figure out a better way and that's what this episode aims to do. There are usually six reasons why your PR efforts will fail. Have a listen and see which of these is causing the delay to your success.Key Points:What is PR? (2:29)No Strategy (3:26)No Message (4:53)No Audience (7:18)No Hook (9:23)No Consistency (12:15)No Patience (14:09)Key Resources:No budget? No problem! Once you've figured out what you've been...
2021-11-2217 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceThe Next 6 Books You Need to Read for Your BusinessAfter my goal setting session with a group of listeners, I've been thinking of business basics so I thought I’d do a list of my six favorite books relating to business, the ones I keep going back to again and again. How many of these have you read?Key Books:Brendan Burchard, High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way; https://amzn.to/30par9n (also the 2 month planner that reinforces the book's premise) Denise Duffield Thomas, Chillpreneur: The New Rules for Creating Success, Freedom, and Abundance on Your Terms; https://am...
2021-11-1515 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceWhich of These 7 Story Types Do You Already Use in Your PR?When I look at storytelling in business, I can identify seven different types of stories people use to create relationships and impart their messaging. Do you have any stories that fit into these criteria & how can you use them in your marketing?Key Points:The Founder: Sara Blakely of Spanx The Transformation: Lisa JohnsonThe Values: Jenna KutcherBehind the Scenes: Lindsay Percy of H&H Naturals; Carol Foy of Forest & Field AromatherapyAspirational: Denise Duffield Thomas Disruptor or Interrupter: Tarzan KayAlso Mentioned:Episode 61 on values; https://shows.acast.com...
2021-11-0819 minConnections, Coffee & Confidence4 Ways to Use Stories to Develop Your Brand and reputationYou may not think of yourself as a story teller or you may not value that skill as a business asset if you have it; this episode uncovers the 4 ways you can use stories in your marketing and communications.Key PointsStories Keeping Cultures Alive (3:58)Stories and Health & Safety (5:05)Stories for Glorification & Reminding: I'm a Habs Fan (6:40)Stories for Dreaming & Growth (8:55)Stories for Building Reputation (10:56)Pictures Tell Stories Too (12:03)Also Mentioned:Tell Me a Story: Using Stories to Improve Occupational Safety Training by Elaine T Cullen: https://www...
2021-11-0115 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceWhy I Don't Have a Business PlanI don't have a business plan. I have a communications plan - and I think it's key to my future success. Want to know why? I answer that in this brief episode.Key Points:How do you run a business without a business plan? (3:07)The Flow of Goals to Messaging & Communications Actions (4:34)Goals Drive Your Activities (7:00)Goal Setting Co-Working Session (8:11): I'm providing a free space for you to set your goals and intentions for 2022 in an online group setting. https://www.janicefogarty.com/goal-setting-co-working-sessionAlso mentioned:Cut The...
2021-10-2511 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceIt's About Creating People's Dreams and Their HappinessKathy Blois is a travel designer and I have to be honest, before I even spoke with her I was hooked just by the title: travel designer. She’s a top notch communicator with a wicked set of listening skills and a passion for the people she works with. Add into that her incredible capability to plan and organize and a lust for travel and you have Kathy Blois, Founder and principal travel designer of Wanderlust Excursions. Key Points:How Kathy Became a Travel Designer (2:33)It Took a Lot of Courage (8:22)I Take Pe...
2021-10-1849 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceA Different Look at Goal Setting for Your BusinessKey Points:Why set goals for your business (1:57)SMART goals (4:05)The Theory of Goal Setting & Task Performance (5:07)Reviewing for Q4 work (8:46) Also mentioned:Article on the benefits of goals setting: https://positivepsychology.com/benefits-goal-setting/Brief on Goal Setting and Task Performance Theory: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1981-27276-001Sign up for my free Goal setting co-working session where I provide a space for you to come and work on your goals in an online group setting. Have you left a rating & review yet? If you're listening on Apple Podcasts (formerly iT...
2021-10-1113 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceLet Me Explain the Link Between Christmas, Perception and Your Marketing WorkIn this short episode, I ask what we're waiting for - what those of us who should be on the mailing list for Overthinkers Anonymous are actually waiting for and I propose a simple solution to move past the chronic overthinking that slows us down. With a nod to my mom who in her usual ever so slightly sarcastic way of making her point, left this golden gem in my head: Christmas is coming... This translates into: what the heck are you waiting for?Also mentioned in this podcast:This is the podcast...
2021-10-0412 min
Connections, Coffee & Confidence10 Tips to Improve Your Writing Confidence Right NowOne of the things I get asked about the most is confidence in writing, communicating. So I came up with this list of my top 10 tips for gaining that confidence. Pick which one works for you for the project you're working on right now and put it into action!Have you left a rating & review yet? Please take a moment and do so as it helps bring this podcast to other small business owners (and I'd be forever grateful!) If you're listening on Apple Podcasts (formerly iTunes) please rate and review there. If you're not an...
2021-09-2717 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceThe How and Why of Your Customer's JourneyCustomer retention isn't just about having warm fuzzies because our clients love us (they really love us), it's also about being a savvy business owner because it's much more efficient to retain our customers than to find new ones. But what about those of us who are one & done? Do we still care about loyalty? And how does what we do impact upon our customers, their feelings towards us? Today's topic is all about customer experience - what it means to you, how to track it and when to do it.Have you left a rating...
2021-09-2017 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceWhat I'm Spending My Points OnThe practical aspect of messaging involves being clear, direct, leaving your audience in no uncertain terms as to what they need to know/think/feel/do. But how do you know if you're doing that? When you are really clear on your goals, you can get really clear on your messaging. That clarity is what enables you to be bold and decisive in the language you use, to be confident in your delivery. Key Points:What is clear and direct language? (2:36)Real life example in action (4:04)Messaging Delivery Options (7:01)Tips to Deliver Cl...
2021-09-1314 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceUse Your Voice to Stand OutThis episode is a bit of a departure from my usual, message-driven, strategic content. This one is more of a musing on how our experiences shape our voice and we use our voice to stand out - no matter how much we might want to just fit in sometimes. How combining our experiences into something new might take courage and boundaries and a leap of faith, but we can do it. A little bit meta as this episode is me stretching my voice, calling on my experiences and using them as stories to illustrate my points, and opening up...
2021-09-0620 min
Connections, Coffee & Confidence3 People Your Business Messaging Must Speak ToThe more you talk to your audience in terms that they understand, the simpler it becomes to get your message across. But what your audience knows and what your message means to them depends on who they are. Key Points:The First Primary Audience: Potential Clients or Customers (4:55)The Second Primary Audience: Past and Current Clients or Customers (6:26)The Third Audience: Influencers (8:18)Have you left a rating & review yet? Please take a moment and do so as it helps bring this podcast to other small business owners (and I'd...
2021-08-3012 min
Connections, Coffee & Confidence5 Ways to Forecast Change For Your BusinessSo this one time we stumbled into a beautiful little village in the mountains in Spain. And then we struggled to find our way back out. You can assume we eventually did because here I am writing and podcasting in English with nary a Spanish accent but what the heck does this have to do with business? I pull it together in this episode, all about where to look to forecast change and how to know if the temporary changes you made to your business to survive Covid are going to be enough.Key Points:...
2021-08-2317 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceBut What Do I Talk About?We're all working on our reputation, whether we know it or not, every day. You can't get around it. But you can be intentional with how you create your reputation and this episode introduces one tip for doing that effectively: storytelling.Key Points:Why you want people to talk about you (2:14)Practical Exercise: Brainstorm Session (4:12)Stories in Action (6:16)Social Media Strategy (8:26)Also mentioned in this episode:**Hey, are you wondering how to use social media so it helps you reach your goals instead of kill time? Let m...
2021-08-1612 min
Connections, Coffee & Confidence5 Ways to Rekindle Your CreativityWhat do you do when your creativity takes a hit? When you can't find a spark to nurture, let alone fan into a flame of amazingness? When you can’t think of a single thing to post on FB or Instagram and you are wondering if anyone would notice if you skipped sending an email to your subscribers. Or you think you’ll just re-use last year’s product line for this year’s new season release. Today I have five ideas for regaining your creativity.**Hey, are you wondering how to use social media so it helps...
2021-08-0916 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceSimple Ways to Show Good Corporate CitizenshipCorporate social responsibility (CSR) is something that consumers expect more and more from the businesses they do business with. As small business owners, we are uniquely positioned to make better decisions, take actions that align with our values, and be open about our why. In this episode, I’m talking about how we can continue to both do business and do good, and use that to our advantage without losing our self respect. Key Points:What CSR means for small businesses: Consumers want to support businesses that support the same things they do (5:17)Wa...
2021-08-0215 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceOvercome Content Shock and Increase Sales with One TweakBetween a shortened attention span and content overwhelm, it's harder than ever to get your message across to your audience. How do you cut through all of the noise? There's a way to increase your conversion rate, to make your brand more beloved, to deliver information and more..all in this episode.Key Points:Humanize your brand (5:11)Deliver information(6:15)Better conversion rates (6:36)Make a journalist's life easier (7:16)It's an easy win (9:00)Mentioned in This Episode:https://www.bbc.com/news/health-38896790https://apps.prsa.org/StrategiesTactics/Articles/view/12311/1160...
2021-07-2511 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceNetworking to Grow Your Small BusinessThis episode evolved from a talk I gave in my fabulous facebook group, Connections, Coffee & Confidence Community, all about networking. It's something many group members had expressed a desire to learn more about and something I find myself getting more involved in after moving to a new province. However, I noticed there are some shifts in perspectives we need to make in order to network more effectively and I cover those in today's episode.Key Points:We need a perspective shift around networking (2:40)Formal Networking (5:10)Less Formal Networking (6:25)Perspective Shift Around Where We...
2021-07-1816 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceAn Economist, Physicist and Social WorkerToday’s episode is about good communicators, what makes them good and how we can use that information to improve our own performance. However, I'm not looking at politicians or performers, the people you usually expect to be great communicators; no, I'm looking at an economist, a professor of particle physicist and a clinical social worker. What do they do that we can copy? Simple! Referenced in this episode:https://play.acast.com/s/the-david-mcwilliams-podcasthttp://www.davidmcwilliams.ie/festivals/https://royalsociety.org/people/brian-cox-12855/https://www.ted.com/speakers/brene_brownhttps://en.wikipedia.or...
2021-07-1220 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceMy Quick Tip So That You Can Get FeaturedMentioned in this episode: (Transcript below)https://shows.acast.com/connections-coffee-confidence/episodes/how-you-can-actually-diy-your-own-prhttps://www.janicefogarty.com/discover-10-places-to-get-free-publicity-even-though-you-have-zero-budgetMy Products:Don't Waste Your Breath guide on messaging (https://janicefogarty.podia.com/dont-waste-your-breath-get-your-best-message-across)How to be an Amazing Podcast Guest checklist (https://www.janicefogarty.com/how-to-be-an-amazing-podcast-guest)10 Places to get Publicity, Even with Zero Budget (https://www.janicefogarty.com/discover-10-places-to-get-free-publicity-even-though-you-have-zero-budget)Let's Connect!✔Join me on Pinterest 😀✔Let's connect on LinkedIn✔And Instagram!✔Connections Coffee Confidence Community on Facebook, my groupI love Landish...
2021-07-0507 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceTara Chatzakis, Freer of QueensTara Chatzakis is a podcaster and business start up coach, she focuses on helping entrepreneurs with visibility and clarity. Seeing women understand that they... are more powerful than they thought they were; they are more worthy than they thought they were."Key Points:Visibility & Clarity: Strong Foundations (2:18)Happy Inspired Motivated: The Podcast (4:38)Law of Attraction Practitioner: I still get limiting beliefs (8:15)Money Blocks (9:41)Seeing Women Understand They Are More (12:49)If We All Stood up in Our Power... (13:54)Tara's Ideal Client: She's not going to take any crap anymore (15:25)The World's Not Big Anymore (18:13...
2021-06-2834 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceFive Tips to Become a Better ListenerMy tips for a common skill that seems to have become less common in recent years - much to all of our detriment.Key PointsWhy listen?: Be loved to bits (4:54)Efficiency (6:48)Stay Present (8:55)Take Notes & Check (9:52)Patience! (11:00)Take a minute (12:35)Body language: It's kind of listening! (14:02)Not just for business (14:53)My Products:Don't Waste Your Breath guide on messaging (https://janicefogarty.podia.com/dont-waste-your-breath-get-your-best-message-across)How to be an Amazing Podcast Guest checklist (https://www.janicefogarty.com/how-to-be-an-amazing-podcast-guest)10 Places to get Publicity, Even with Zero Budget (https://www.jan...
2021-06-2117 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceI Can Only Do MeThis episode is an interview with Hazel Urquhart a woman who left school early and went to work in a paintbrush factory to earn money to help out her family, ended up running art therapy workshops and a non-profit organization and now, at an age when people traditionally would have thought of retiring, she has published a book called The Art of You: Self Discovery Through Art. Listen as she discusses the experiences that encouraged her to create her book and as I coach her through some ways to market and further her work.Trigger Warning...
2021-06-141h 00
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceSeven Ways to Stop Wasting Time, Energy and MoneyWhat if we could step back and evaluate our practices for efficiency? (Doesn’t that sound like a fun Friday night?) Seriously though, it’s an exercise we all need to apply once in a while - both personally and professionally - to see what’s working, what we can do differently and what we can stop altogether. I’ve come up with a list of seven items for you to have a think about, to free up some more of that valuable time, energy and money.Key Points:Stop spending on the frills and unnecess...
2021-06-0722 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceNot Living the Cookie Cutter LifeHeather McGregor is a Soul Life Laser Coach, Quantum Flow Practitioner, author, speaker, and the founder of Naturally Present and the CLAIM Program. She guides entrepreneurs and coaches to live an empowered soul-led life, and increase their income in their soul-led business. She believes in magic, energy and flow and will inspire you to do the same.**My apologies for the minute or two where you can hear one of my boys playing xbox in background!**Key Points:Not Living the Cookie Cutter Life (3:49)Student of Life: Modalities & Mentors (5:57)Quantum Flow: Clearing...
2021-05-3144 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceChaser of Shiny ThingsWith the rise of podcasts comes a new type of PR agency, one focused on matching their clients to the most aligned and strategic podcast opportunities. Brandy Whalen saw this coming as her more traditional clients were enjoying their media exposure and gaining great publicity and feedback; she saw the opportunity and formed Kitcaster with a local podcaster. In this episode, she discusses how podcasting is impacting business and public relations, marketing, as well as where she sees this media form heading.Key Points:Everyone can use podcasts but their goals are different (4:01)Podcasting as...
2021-05-2436 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceHow to be an Amazing Podcast GuestPodcasts can be an amazing way to get your message and your business out into the world. What better way to attract clients then let them hear how witty and intelligent and, frankly, how awesome you are to spend time with?But if podcasts are going to play a big part of your publicity or marketing campaign, do you know how to maximize the potential returns for your efforts? Do you know how to be the kind of guest who a host enthusiastically invites back for more?Well, now you do.
2021-05-1716 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceBe True to Who You Are NowWhy is it so hard to communicate like ourself? Things are changing around us which means we, too, are changing. Sometimes out of choice, sometimes out of necessity; sometimes it's conscious and often it's happening without our realizing. But we are changing and when that realization hits, how to do we communicate authentically? Especially when you don't exactly know who you are being authentic to?Recommended Reading:I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn't): Making the Journey from "What Will People Think?" to "I Am Enough" by Brene Brown (https://amzn.to/3nZgzwL...
2021-05-0913 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceMaking a Positive Impact Through AromatherapyThis interview is with Carol Foy, Clinical Aromatherapist - and yoga instructor. Carol's business has evolved to offer products but her heart is always in providing a service that helps create wellness for her self and her family, her community and - through the ripple effect - the world.It's just the beauty of the world and wanting to find the more sacred and better connection every way I can in my own life...trying to find that balance in life with a smaller footprint. ~Carol FoyKey Points:Help...
2021-05-0340 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceFive Ways Around Information Overload so You Can Act NowThere is a webinar for every topic - and fifteen emails to go with each one.- available every day. There are probably fifty experts or influencers for every niche. There is more information coming at us every day than we ever dreamed was possible. And we need to be able to accept that we are responsible for taking the information we have already gleaned and putting it into action.But how?That's what this week's episode addresses with my five ways around and through that information overload!...
2021-04-2614 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceHow to Clear the Stress of AskingNo stress, just being clear on what you want and asking for it.Sounds simple, eh?This episode walks you through how easy it can actually be.**********Mentioned in this episode:Heather McGregor, Soul Life Laser Coach, www.naturallypresent.com/Heather's FB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/naturallypresentnetwork**********I love Apothekary products because I appreciate a natural approach to my well-being. I use Seal the Deal every day in my morning smoothie and Chill The F* Out when I need it! (Better Than Boto...
2021-04-1912 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceThis is Actually a Thing in CommunicationsAuditing is not just for taxes! It's for communications, too and this episode walks you through the simple steps to audit yourself and explains why you would ever want to do it in the first place.Key Points:Why on Earth do a Communications Audit? (1:59)When is the Right Time to Audit? (2:59)What's Your Strategy, Your Why? (4:04)Gather Your Materials (5:08)Why is Strategic Communications & Public Relations Important to Your Business? (6:19)Evaluate Your Activities (7:53)Analyze the Results (8:39)List and Prioritize Your Changes (9:26)Also Mentioned:Get on the waitlist for Cut the W...
2021-04-1212 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceHow You Can Actually DIY Your Own PRThis week’s episode is an interview one with a twist. It’s actually a recording of a talk that I gave to the Captivate Share Your Story Facebook Group run by Emanuela Hall. I was completely in my zone, talking all things PR - messaging, pitching, hooks. stories...and how you can change your approach to thinking about your own business and how you interact with the media so you have a better chance of success.Podchaser Fundraiser for Meals on Wheels America:Podchaser will donate 25 cents to Meals...
2021-04-0535 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceAnswer This Top Client Question Before It's AskedThis episode is about a question your next client might just be asking themselves: Why should I hire you? And as your price point goes up, your certainty that they are asking this goes up, too. So, what's your answer? This episode will guide you through a number of different ways you can answer this question before it even gets asked.Key Points:Get Comfortable with Yourself (3:36)Messaging & Brand Alignment (6:43)Publicity: One to many (9:15)Collaboration (9:45)Influencers (11:02)Also Mentioned:E38 Shopping by Community: An Interview with Abbey Schoenberg...
2021-03-2914 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceDiscover Which Social Media Platform Suits Your Business BestI bet you use the social media platform that you personally prefer as your business platform of choice. But have you wondered if it's the best choice? This episode talks about all the main platforms and who's on them, why they are there, and will get you thinking about your next steps.Key Points:Facebook: Who knew the 25-34year olds were there?! (2:57)Instagram: 1B users but 88% are outside of the US (4: )TikTok: Home of the engaged audience (8:28)LinkedIn: Home of Shelf Stable info (11:34)Twitter: If You're Looking for a Male Audience....(13:13)Clubhouse: Profile Building...
2021-03-2223 min
Connections, Coffee & Confidence26% of Us Want Help with ThisConfidence is something we think everybody - other than us - has. The reality is we all question ourselves, our capabilities, how we got to where we are and do we actually deserve to be there. This episode talks about how a lack of confidence shows up and four strategies to deal with it.Key Points:5:47 How does a lack of confidence show up in your life?8:50 What would a man do?11:05 Noting as a way to deal with lack of confidence13:28 Act as if: what would future you do?15:34 A Strategic Communications...
2021-03-1421 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceNoise, Burnout and Capitalizing on QuietWhat you probably don't know about me is that I burnt out a few years ago. Like, that kind of burnout where you take years for your mind and body to recover.All because I didn't take the time to be quiet.This episode is a rundown on the three keys reasons to take some quiet time for the benefit of yourself and your business.Key Points:Clubhouse thoughts (3:50)The Impacts of Noise (5:23)First Benefit of Quiet: Rest (7:19)I Burnt Out: Don't Be Me (7:50)Second Benefit of...
2021-03-0815 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceLiving Pintentionally with Ally DavisPinterest is a business tool; it can be your number one traffic generator like it is for one of Ally Davis' clients - who is an Instagram manager.That says something about the power of Pinterest, doesn't it?And if you want to learn more about how to use Pinterest, you go directly to the Pinterest Queen and author of Oooh, Pinteresting! Ally Davis.Ally tells about her need to reshape her career and to refocus her efforts after illness uprooted her life. She is funny, charming and utterly passionate...
2021-03-0136 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceShopping By CommunityDo you have questions about being an influencer or working with one? Abbey has insights you want.Do you have questions about how the world of e-commerce is changing and how to stay abreast of those changes? Abbey has insights you want.Do you have questions about the best ways to build a customer base that is loyal to your brand? Oh boy, does Abbey ever have the inside scoop on that for you.With more than 15 years experience in marketing direct-to-consumer brands such as Oakley, Forever 21 and Contiki Holidays...
2021-02-2240 min
Connections, Coffee & Confidence5 Pieces of Important Work to Start NowNobody particularly enjoys all of the work that goes into making our business a success, but it’s easier when we know that what we are focusing on is the important stuff. But what is important?Key Points:Profit over Revenue (3:28)Content over Waffle (5:33)Conversions over Dopamine (6:54)Doing over Learning (9:05)Planning over Floating (11:40)Also mentioned in this podcast:Angela Duckworth, Grit: The Power of Power and Perseverance;Ted.comYou need your copy of Post with Purpose & Personality! A free guide that...
2021-02-1516 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceTake the Weight Off Your Sales ProcessHow do you determine if something is good value?What screams at you oh I have to have this and look at the price or they’re looking for how much for that? Sure, a pair of shoes, that fabulous blazer, the middle best house on the street, they can be fairly easy to put a value on. What about knowledge? How do you place a value on knowledge? How do you judge a value someone else has placed on it?Key Points:Real Life Challenge: Perceived Value (3:17)Perceived vs...
2021-02-0815 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceI'm Chasing VitalityKerry Hales is a Transformational Life Coach and don't let her pretty pink hair and kind face fool you; she enjoys asking the tough questions that help smart people get what they want - become their better self - by asking the hard questions and holding space for the answers.Key Points:The Fascination: How do we get there? What do we need to do to figure it out? (3:08)Nosey & Brave (5:55)Ask The Question They Don't Want You to Ask (7:20)The Skill to Hold Space (10:08)What is a Transformational Life Coach? (11:55)Savvy People, Rebels and...
2021-02-0154 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceI Gotta Story for YouIs this your year for dipping your toe - or throwing your body - into publicity? Publicity can be an amazing way for your business to reach its goals, especially if you are new, unusual or different. This episode talks about the three things you need to put together to pick your story and get it out there.If we want people to tell a certain story about us, we need to give them the story to tell.Key Points:Publicity: It's Not All Samantha Jones (2:04)Reach Your Goals: When...
2021-01-2520 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceI'm Like a Facebook Call CentreHave you ever heard of a Facebook Community Manager? Me neither, until I met Zoe McKeown, Community Manager, through a challenge I participated in. When I found out that there was someone behind the magic of the group, I had to snoop her out to learn more. And when I found out she helps people grow a successful and engaged Facebook group on their own, say no more - I was in.I felt stuck kind of floundering in the Facebook group I created (Connections, Coffee & Confidence Community - consider this your official...
2021-01-1848 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceA Vision CheckI know you started your business with a vision for what was going to happen, what you were going to do and what you were going to accomplish. But time has rolled on and maybe, just maybe it's time to review your prescription. 👓If it doesn't reflect you, it doesn't resonate with you, it won't work for you. -MeKey PointsWhat a Vision is Not: Selfish, monetary, or based around the size of your office (2:58)What Does a Vision Include: Time frame, and clear action words (4:53.5)But What Do You...
2021-01-1113 min
Connections, Coffee & Confidence4 Reasons to Personalize Your ContentYou have 8 seconds of someone's attention. Do you make an impact?(Try that with a smoky Keanu Reeves voice a la Speed, hotshot, see if that gets your attention!)Probably not if you are filling your feeds with other people's quotes and not taking the time to let the real you show through. So why would you personalize your content when other people's words are so good and so much easier to add to a pretty pic for the 'gram?Glad you asked - here are four reasons:Integrity: Open...
2021-01-0414 min
Connections, Coffee & Confidence5 Pieces of Advice from Successful EntrepreneursThis episode is a collation of the advice offered by real life entrepreneurs in action on this podcast.As I reflected back on 2020, I found myself going back to the words of those who are actively doing what I aim to do - running a successful business. Their words of advice impacted me in my first year podcasting and getting my communications strategist consultancy up and running, and judging by the feedback I've received, they impacted you as well.Thank you for all of the time you have spent with me over the...
2020-12-2821 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceYou Need This to Invest in Your GrowthBudgeting for your business doesn't have to be scary at all. But if you still feel a little fear in your heart or the desire to squirm in your chair, sit tight because I have a quick interview with Suzy Wraines from Wraines.com and Wraines Wellness. Suzy breaks things down in a way that flipped how I understand budgeting and she has a brilliant freebie to offer you as well.This episode is really part three of my end-of-year 'we survived so let’s plan for the unexpected, unimaginable, the possibly crazy awesome or mind bl...
2020-12-2126 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceCreating a Communications Plan For Your BusinessDo you think strategic communications planning is for a massive company with a huge budget and either an inhouse PR person or an agency on standby? I gotta tell you, assuming you aren’t connected with illegal or highly dangerous goods and services, with thoughtful planning and some help, you've got this.But why do I need a communications plan, I hear you ask. And how do I even get started? Is this something that is going to eat my soul and laugh back at me through every Instagram post I make?This po...
2020-12-1415 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceThe New Year Deserves A New ApproachSo, did you throw your business plan out the window around March? Or did you try and revise it, only to just give up and do your best as the year rolled along? December is typically when time enters a wormhole of some sort, where it just flies, leaving us wondering where the rest of the year went when the first 11 months took 15 years to pass...Something we usually make time for is our business plan for the year ahead. This year needs to be no exception, but probably won't follow the usual review, revise, move...
2020-12-0715 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceThe Info that Changed my Pinterest StrategyPinterest. With two billion searches a month, Pinterest is not a social media platform but a search engine with pretty pictures in front of the useful information. Did you know that many, many Pinners are on the platform ready and able to spend money? What does this mean for you as a product or service seller? And, what I didn't realize was just how specific the Pinterest data is and how easily they share it with business accounts; if you are a data-driven marketer, this is an episode you do not want to miss.Key Points:
2020-11-3017 min
Connections, Coffee & Confidence5 Things to Inspire an Entrepreneur's HeartSome days are hard and, as we get to the end of this year, it often feels like many more days than usual have been difficult. Decision fatigue, emotional and physical fatigue: these are all real things that we need to recognize but not succumb to. There are things about being our own boss, being an entrepreneur that no one else gets to experience; things that electrify the whole experience - or would if we stopped to think about them. So today we think about them. Because what we get to do is pretty darn amaze-balls...
2020-11-2317 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceIt's Not Socially Acceptable...This is an interview with a woman who decided to show herself that women can be weightlifters. This determination took her to provincial level for Olympic weightlifting and led her to become a fitness coach who believes in her clients so hard because she knows first-hand that their goals are achievable.I don't even know where to begin so check out the show notes if you must but I say just pop in your earbuds and dive into this interview with Tasiya Haist.Key Points:How does a cardio-focused woman become an...
2020-11-1638 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceTop Tips from a Habits CoachSuzy Wraines is a habits coach and - full disclosure - I have been working with her for about 4 weeks at the time of recording. This is not a paid ad; I really feel that a habits coach is someone all of us entrepreneurs should be familiar with instead of staying in the overwhelm or frustration of trying to take something else on or finish something up. I didn't know such a thing existed and, in case you didn't either, this podcast will provide you with an amazing source of tips, insights, and encouragement in your habits.
2020-11-0949 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceDo You Speak My Language?Hey, so have you heard me talking about my freebie? I used to call it Five Unique Ideas to Social Media Posts with a tagline of 'designed for you to showcase who you are, what you do and who you help'. I recently changed the name to Post with Purpose and Personality, and I kept the same tagline. I've had great feedback on this guide and more people deserve the helping hand it lends. What better than to see it - well, hear it - in action? So today I walk you through one of the...
2020-11-0215 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceKnowing & Using Your Communications StylesYou know how you sound differently when you speak with your parents than with your partner than with your friends? It's all still you, but there is a slight differentiation in perhaps your tone, your language, your volume or even your pace. Are one of these styles more you? Is one more advantageous than the others, situation dependent?This episode came out of a conversation with my brother's fiancee who is taking a mandatory introductory class on communications. Turns out, not everyone is a comms geek like myself and it got me to thinking about the...
2020-10-2615 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceRemember How You Knew Everything at 20?It's my 20th episode! Statistically, half of all podcasts created last no more than 14 episodes, with 12 per cent only ever publishing one. And here I am, the big two oh. Now, is 20 a massive number in the grand scheme of things? I think we all thought so once, I remember age 20 and thinking I was fairly awesome - in reality I was still a baby in so many ways. Kind of the same as this podcast, it’s a wee baby but I’ve certainly given myself some things to think about. And that’s what I’d li...
2020-10-1916 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceHeadshots, Philosophy and a Mic Drop MomentStacey Tompkins is a busy woman. She is a mom, a licensed practical nurse, and she fills her spare time as a photographer. Happy that she is able to use the caring, the scientific, the creative sides of her to create a well rounded life, Stacey shares the story of how she got into photography - including a lucky break on a trip to Africa - and what lights her up.Also tucked in is some great advice on how we can prepare and get the best possible headshots - be they on your iphone or...
2020-10-1242 min
Connections, Coffee & ConfidenceWhat do Steve Jobs & Seth Godin Have in Common?There are riches in the niches...or so they say.In this episode, I am looking a two definitions of and two approaches to niching in your business. Sounds thrilling, I know, but this has been one of my favorite solo-episodes to date. I feel there is a lot of talk about knowing your audience, being laser focused, yadda yadda - some of it has even come from me! Is it really all that important? Does it make sense for a small business owner?An Invitation: Please send me an email and let...
2020-10-0518 minConnections, Coffee & Confidence25 Years, 2 Businesses, 1 Talented DancerThis week I speak with Robin Isenor-Cantfell, a woman who - as a 17 year old, still in high school - answered an ad in the local community bulletin for someone to teach dance to a few local children. She grew that dance class into a 25 year career as a dance studio director as well as a partnership in a major dance education and production company in Nova Scotia, Canada.Robin is incredibly heartfelt in telling her story of how her love of dance and vast experience as a dancer and teacher lead her down her professional...
2020-09-2846 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceAvoid Becoming Mess of Scrunchies and Smeared MascaraSo 2020. How has it been for you so far? I don’t mind telling you, mine has been a series of ups and downs. I remember starting out with this drive, this determination that this new decade was going to be my best, I was going to do things, finally. I started laying out my plans, getting myself together to make my moves, making my moves. It was exciting.Then, you know, things went sideways...This year has been tough. We have dealt with a lot, overcome a lot to be...
2020-09-2110 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceBasic Systems for SuccessYou know, sometimes you gotta throw your plan to the wind (or just delay it by a week) and follow where the universe is pushing you... For me this week, it's systems. Specifically, the basic systems we all need in order to run a financially sound business. There's nothing MBA worthy in here but sometimes managing the systems that enable and control your cash flow feels just that daunting. This quick podcast showcases the simple things you need to do to make sure you get paid.What We Want from Money (5:30)Lay the...
2020-09-1418 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceAn Elevator Pitch To RememberSo, what do you do?Does that question strike fear in your heart? Does the idea of attending a networking event make you feel just a bit queasy inside because you know people are going to ask you?Luckily this episode breaks down what a good elevator pitch consists of - can you tell the story of your business in one sentence? You'll hear about my own elevator pitch evolution, sort of, as well as some tips to crafting an elevator pitch that will make you sound so brilliant that your questioner will...
2020-09-0713 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceI've pitched 100's of Ideas to the Media...Sometimes you need to find new business. It's part of life. And sometimes part of that business is pitching - you know, when you go to an office or a retailer and explain why you should work together, why you are the best person/company for the job.But that's not the pitching I'm talking about.I'm talking about...gulp...the media.(Cue scary , dramatic music...)It might feel scary, it might feel out of your comfort zone, but listen to these three scenarios where you could...
2020-08-3116 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceLeaping Barriers to New CustomersHave you ever struggled to tell your customer about the benefits of your product or service in a way they understand? In a way that enables them to move past whatever barrier they - or you! - think is standing in their way of success? Do you wish you could be like a caped superhero and leap those barriers without breaking a sweat? Well, lace up your runners and get ready to conquer those barriers to getting through to your next new customer.Questions: Do You Speak Their Lingo? (1:57)A Case Study: Show...
2020-08-2411 minConnections, Coffee & Confidence5 Strategies for Making Facebook Live Your JamYeah, I know. Going Live on the old Facebook is not really your thing. Maybe you do it sometimes because it's expected but you have moments where you'd really and truly rather not.My friend, this is the episode for you! If you don't know me very well, then you don't know that I actually overcame my extreme discomfort about going Live in my other business and more than doubled my following, skyrocketed my engagement, and drove sales - all in a matter of a few short weeks. Bonkers. And...
2020-08-1712 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceIf You Don't Have Your Health...If you don't have your health, you don't have anything. Or at least that's what my Dad always tells me. On this last episode of my mini series on resilience in leadership, we look at the overarching topic that can impact everything. The keen ear might note that I did not mention sleep as a factor in health; I hope you'll forgive me. I felt like everyone knows you need good sleep to keep yourself healthy and, to be honest, I wrote & recorded this while completely sleep deprived and there is not much point in telling...
2020-08-1014 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceHow to Drink Champagne on Your 10th Anniversary"The smartest person in the room is never as smart as all the people in the room." - John C. MaxwellThat quote demonstrates why we as entrepreneurs should seriously consider collaborating as a strategy for longevity in our business - to make it to celebrate your 10th anniversary in business.Consequences of Not Planning Your Collaboration: 2:10Teaming up with the Competition: 4:10.5Finding a Complementary Partner: 7:39.5What Does Your Client Need Now?: 9:10.5What You Need to be Aware of: 10:30.5Join my email...
2020-08-0315 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceAre You The One Holding You Back?Is your business stagnating and you aren't sure why? Or maybe you are sure but don't really want to think about it too much because you suspect that you are the reason...Everyone has their doubts about themselves, fears about what might happen, and doubts can be healthy; they can prevent you from making huge mistakes, from being unsafe. But at what point do those fears and doubts actually begin to hold you back?Ways Doubt/Fear Expresses Itself: In our head we tell ourselves...and sometimes it looks like... (4:10) ...
2020-07-2721 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceStrong Leaders Focus on...this!Do you know your Enneagram number? I don't but I have been known to take other tests and quizzes to find out my strengths. It's good to know what you're good at, good to know exactly how you contribute the sparkle to your business. But what do high performers focus on? Is it their strengths? Or something else?Brendon Burchard Quote: "Maintain your discipline to maintain your resilience" (2:23)Definition: What is a 'High Performer'?** What do they focus on? (5:59)Act as a High Performer...
2020-07-2011 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceVisions of Leadership - A Reality CheckBreaking down a little further our last episode on resilience, today I discuss vision and how it affects leadership.The key ideas explored in this episode are:Defining "vision" (2:08.5)Discussing clarity when creating a vision (3:17.5)The importance of being able to communicate your vision (6:20.5)The inspiration and motivation that comes from having a clear vision (8:00.5)Living your vision (10:03)I also refer you back to my interview with Karen Howley, Canadian Immigration lawyer, who provides an example of how having a clear vision enables you to push through more challenging tasks (9:28.5)
2020-07-1313 minConnections, Coffee & Confidence5 Steps To Resilience in LeadershipA fabulous buzz word right now is "resilience" but what is resilience and how do you know if you and your business are resilient enough to survive today's challenges?In this episode, I take an overview of the five traits common to resilient leaders. It's a holistic view which means there aren't any cute lists rather, a discussion of a range of characteristics; I set the stage here for upcoming episodes which will take a closer look at each trait. *Yes, there are statistics, and the links below are provided for more information...
2020-07-0614 minConnections, Coffee & Confidence4 Steps to Better Time ManagementI'm a mom, I run a side hustle business with a small team. I cook, clean, teach, and I created this podcast as part of a new business plan. I edit, produce, write, speak...and I am learning as I go. And I bet you have a list as long as - or longer than - mine. So how does everything get done?Magic pixie dust? Nope. I have developed a 4-step system for time management and in this episode I break it down for you. There is nothing in this system that...
2020-06-3017 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceHow an Immigration Lawyer Serves Both her Clients & CommunityThis is an interview with Karen Howley, herself an Irish immigrant to Canada, on how she fell into law and found her calling in Immigration law. A good friend of mine, this interview was my chance to explore Karen's background and dig into why she operates her law practice the way she does - all under the guise of helping my listeners out. This interview is a bit longer than my previous episodes but it is well worth your time as Karen clearly communicates her guiding beliefs and successful strategies, and explains how she willingly landed in Central Alberta...
2020-06-2330 min
Connections, Coffee & Confidence3 Simple Steps to Creating Customer LoveThis episode covers the basics of creating solid customer relationships; touching on psychology, bedside manner research and conversational grace. Pour yourself a cup and pop in the earbuds...Key Points:2:23 Link to the freebie outlining the 3 Steps to Creating a Customer Experience They'll Tell All of Their Friends Abouthttps://thoughtful-motivator-427.ck.page11:32 Link to NY Times article entitled To Be Sued Less, Doctors Should Talk to Patients Morehttps://www.nytimes.com/2015/06/02/upshot/to-be-sued-less-doctors-should-talk-to-patients-more.html Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/connections-coffee-confidence.
2020-06-1913 minConnections, Coffee & Confidence4 Simple Ways to Run Your Business in a PandemicThis is a quick guide to getting over your blocks around running your business in a turbulent time while keeping customer relationships intact and paying your bills.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/connections-coffee-confidence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-06-1712 minConnections, Coffee & ConfidenceWho am I and what's this about?This is a quick intro episode to me, Janice, and to Connections, Coffee & Confidence. You'll learn who I am and what I'm planning for this podcast - never a dream of mine, but I think it's going to be something pretty darn useful. I hope you'll come along and explore the connections and confidence required to make you shine.Email janice@janicefogarty.com with ideas for future podcast topics or (kind!) comments; I can't wait to hear from you!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/connections-coffee-confidence. Hosted on Acast. See...
2020-06-1506 min