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Don't call me girlboss39. Get to know Chelsea, ATX travel and lifestyle bloggerIn this episode I interview Chelsea, she is a ATX travel and lifestyle blogger. Chelsea started out her blogging business while traveling in Australia, she came back and got a full-time job but kept blogging on the side. She talks about how she has pivoted to talking about other topics in her life on social media and how she recently was able to quit her full-time job and go all in on her business. I loved getting to know Chelsea and hearing about her journey, she share so many tips if you are looking to get blogging on social...2021-06-281h 04Don't call me girlboss38. Get to know Sahra, a mother, personal stylist and bloggerIn this episode you will get to know Sahra's story and how she quit her day job to go all in on her business last year and how she is navigating being a new mom. Sahra is a personal stylist that goes shopping for clients, does closet audits and helps others put together outfits that fit their bodies and personalities. She also shares how she gets her clients from Thumbtack and her experience with it. I loved getting to know Sahra and vent about being a mom and just figuring it out as we go through all the stages...2021-06-221h 06
Don't call me girlboss37. Solo episode with Jessica Buck about motherhood and owning a businessIn this episode I get real af with you about being a business owner and being a mom. I have struggled with balancing everything and just wanted to let other moms know they aren't alone and let entrepreneurs that are wanting to be a mom what that is really like. I am very vulnerable in this episode side and just share what is on my mind, I hop you can relate and enjoy me just talking into a mic hoping I don't sound crazy! Let me know what you think by messaing me on Instagram @dontcallmegirlboss.2021-05-1618 min
The Tea with Bri61. The Tea with Bri and Jessica BBri sits down with Jessica Buck (pronouns: she/her) to 'spill the tea' about starting and running your own (small) business, who are you outside of your work, working with influencers, and how she does all of this as a mom.
Jessica can be found on Instagram at @raeejess and her business “Sunless Rae” can be found on Instagram at @sunlessrae
During the episode we discussed:
Her business, Sunless Rae
Her podcast, Don’t Call Me Girl Boss
My friend Shelby and I were episode 20 on her podcast
*This e...2021-05-1334 minDon't call me girlboss36. Get to know Christina Harvey owner of @sugared_sol, licensed esthetician in CaliforniaIn this episode you will get to know Christina Harvey, owner of Sugared Sol in Placentia, California. She is a licensed esthetician providing sugar waxing, eyelash extensions, facials, lash lifts and spray tans. Christina shares how she choose to go to esthetician school, years after getting her college degree, to purse her passion. She know has her own store front, is hiring her first employee, and her business is thriving. I love Christina's story because her story shows you can do anything you set your mind too and never be scared to ask others in your industry questions! Make...2021-05-101h 17Don't call me girlboss35. Get to know Megan Dahle, a master accountant, and small biz finance expertIn this episode I interview Megan Dahle, she is a master accountant and small business finance expert. She seen hundreds of entrepreneurs running on the same hamster wheel and started her own business to help them navigate the books. Her specialty is helping business owners unlock their numbers—to see where they are, where they want to go, and how they can get there. Megan shares so many amazing finance tips and is full of so much knowledge all small biz owners need to hear. I personally learned so much from her and can't wait for you to learn so...2021-04-261h 14Don't call me girlboss34. Get to know Yiskah, a mother, paradigm shifter, and autonomy mentorIn this episode I interview Yiskah, and she is a bunch of things you probably have never heard of and that is exactly why I wanted to interview her. You will learn what a paradigm shifter and autonomy mentor is and and everything else she does. Yiskah believes in rocking the boat and being her true authentic self no matter who that pisses off. She talks about how to handle if someone is skeptical about what you do and so much more. Make sure to follow her @yiskahyvonne on Instagram.2021-04-181h 32Don't call me girlboss33. Get to know Emily, a hairdresser in ATXIn this episode I interview Emily she is a blonde specialist in ATX. We talk about commission vs. rental salons, what school to go to for cosmetology, working with influencers, Sola suites, marketing, building a clientele and so much more. Emily is an expert at what she does and shared so much knowledge that every beauty professional needs to hear, make sure to follow her @atxblonde_aholic.2021-04-1256 minDon't call me girlboss32. Get to know Reagan Hart, owner of Rhinestone Brow Girl in Austin, TXIn this episode you will get to know Reagan the owner of @rhinestonebrowgirl. I loved getting to know Reagan and all the different thing she has gone through from owning a baby store in Michigan, going to LA to learn how to do makeup and to how she ended up in Austin, TX doing brows, permanent makeup and more. Reagan has a true Texas heart that flows through her business, she is so knowledgeable on all things beauty and gets really raw with how she go to where she is today. I hope you love Reagan's story as much...2021-03-281h 26Don't call me girlboss31. Get to know Ali, aesthetic nurse specialist at Skin Spirit in ATXIn this episode I interview Ali, she is an aesthetic nurse at Skin spirt in Austin, Texas. She has her BSN, RN, went to UT and was a Texas cheerleader. We go over what schooling she took, why she got into aesthetics, how she ended up at Skin Spirit, what it is like building your own book of business, growing on social media and everything you need to know to do aesthetics. I was honestly so impressed with Ali, she is such a hard worker and is truly an aesthetics expert. Make sure to follow Ali @aestheticnurseali on Instagram...2021-03-2254 minDon't call me girlboss30. Get to know Bree the owner of The Bronzed Bungalow in Scottsdale, Arizona.In this episode I had the privilege of interviewing Bree, the owner of The Bronzed Bungalow. She is a spray tan artist and has her own salon in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona. We talk about how she quit her 9-5 and decided to fully pursue her passion for spray tanning, how she moved to a new city and built a clientele, giving your clients an experience, social media tips, and so much more. Bree is so knowledge about all things spray tanning, IG aesthetic and staying true to your brand. I hope you love this episode and Bree as...2021-03-151h 20Don't call me girlboss29. Get to know @nicolenailedmeIn this episode I interview Nicole, she is the owner of @thunderboltnails and @nicolenailedme in Austin, TX. She is AMAZING at nail art and is only taking new clients through a wait list. We talk about the stigma behind nail biting, how she quit her full-time job, nail school, getting through a pandemic and how her entrepreneur journey is going. 2021-03-081h 09Don't call me girlboss28. Get to know Breana owner of @beeyoureditorIn this episode I interview Breana, the owner of @beeyoureditor. She is a freelance editor and content write and recently started her own business January of 2021, due to being furloughed from her full-time job in the UK. We talk about the importance of having the correct spelling and grammar, what it is like running a business in the UK, what her day to day looks like, writing contracts and so much more! Make sure to be following Breana @beeyoureditor! 2021-02-281h 21Don't call me girlboss27. Get to know Robyn owner of @robynmichellephotographyIn this episode I had the privilege of interviewing Robyn, she is a boudoir photographer in Austin, TX. We talked about her leaving her finance job to follow her dream, building her business, having a home based business, instagram problems, COVID, and making clients comfortable. Robyn shares some amazing finance tips and just shares her raw journey, which I always appreciate. Make sure to follow her @robynmichellephotography.2021-02-151h 18Don't call me girlboss26. Get to know Genevieve Watson owner of @shoptinytexasIn this episode I interview Genevieve, she is an influencer, teacher, photographer and owner of @shoptinytexas. Genevieve talks about how she handles all her bushinesses, the hobby space, the importance of slow and steady, why working with micro influencers is important and how she runs her business Tiny Texas. I loved how honest Genevieve was with everything in this episode, she was able to just be herself and tell her authentic story and I really respect that. I hope you love Genevieve as much as I do, make sure to follow her @genevievewatsonn and @shoptinytexas.2021-02-081h 09Don't call me girlboss25. Get to know @timeofdreIn this episode I have the privilege of interviewing Dre, the owner of Time of Dre Media, The Compensated Creative, and Gyde Media. Dre is an instagram monetization coach, influencer and business owner. She is so talented at so many things, and being able to interview her was a dream. She talks about being an online coach, owning multiple businesses, managing time, social media tips, being an influencer, and all about Clubhouse. This is a must listen for all business owners and I can't wait for you to get to know Dre better. Make sure to be following her...2021-01-311h 59Don't call me girlboss24. Get to know Sianni owner of @crankygrannysIn this episode I interview Sianni, the owner of Cranky Granny's. Sianni moved from New Jersey to Austin, TX a few months ago to grow her cinnamon roll company with her girlfriend. Sianni makes all of her cinnamon rolls from scratch herself, sells that at Midtown Live in North Austin and ships them all over the US. She talks about the importance of market research, growing a business, being a young entrepreneur, how she grew her social media and she was recently mentioned in Forbes! This women is amazing and she has so much to offer the world, and...2021-01-241h 16Don't call me girlboss23. Get to know Abby the owner of @junesbrowscoIn this episode I interview Abby, she is the owner of June’s Brow Co in Austin, TX. Abby has been in business for a little over 10 months and is booked out for months. She focuses on specifically on powder brows and crushes it on social media. She is 100% herself in this episode and all over Instagram. Abby gives some amazing social media tips, struggles she has with business, how she built her clientele and so much more. Make sure to be following her @junesbrowsco2021-01-171h 37Don't call me girlboss22. Get to know @cicilybooneIn this episode you will get to know @cicilyboone, she is 23 and an Austin local. She is an influencer, podcaster, youtuber, graphic artist, social media manager, I mean this girl does it all! I met her and was immediately impressed by how mature she was for her age and her talent with social media graphics. We talk about how she choose to get a full-time job vs. going all in on her business, how to stay consistent, monetizing youtube, and so much more! I loved this episode and adore Cicily, make sure to follow her journey @cicilyboone!2021-01-101h 08Don't call me girlbossSeason 2 Ep. 1: Host Jessica Buck talks about how to work with influencers for free, breaking up with realtors and COVID relief updatesIn this episode, host Jessica Buck, read her e-book on how to work with influencers for FREE. She goes over terms, before reaching out to an influencer, finding them, ones that fit your brand, fake influencers, giveaways, maintaining relationships, and follow up. After listening to this episode you will know exactly step-by-step on how to work with influencers, you can download the e-book as well on www.dontcallmegirlboss.com. Jessica also goes over how to break up with a realtor if you are in a bad situation and COVID-19 relief updates for CA biz owners and the new PPP...2021-01-0436 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #20: Get to know @shelbysorrel + @brionajenkins, what it is like being an influencer, how to work with influencers for free, and how to contribute to the BLM movementIn this episode I interviewed @shelbysorrel and @brionajenkins we talk all about being an influencer and how brands need to act to work with them. Bri gives insight in how to contribute to the BLM movement with your business and what it is like being a new influencer in Austin, TX. Shelby and Bri also go over what it is like to live together, be influencers together and support one another's dreams. 2020-12-271h 16Don't call me girlbossEpisode #19: Get to know @nicolericcardo owner of NR Media, how to start a social media agency, how to get clients, deciding your pricing, and social media tips business owners need to knowIn this episode I had the privilege of interviewing @nicolericcardo owner of NR Media and she talks all about going from a flutist to a social media marketing expert. Nicole also talks about how to start a social media agency, why it is important to work crazy hours in the beginning, how she got clients and social media tips business owners need to know. She is also pivoting her business from doing social media management to launching more e-books which I think is so smart. I hope you enjoy this episode and don't forget to follow her @nicolericcardo and...2020-12-211h 02Don't call me girlbossEpisode #18: host @raeejess owner of @sunlessrae goes over her current struggles with her businessIn this episode I, host Jessica Buck, go over the current struggles I am having with my business. I go over what it is like to lose a renter 2 days before rent is due, having a business savings account, having an e-book fail, having another lock down in CA, new PPP loan coming out, guests for this podcast bailing the week they are supposed to be on, MOM GUILT and how it is hard do consistently sell product online. I hope in this episode you can take away that every business no matter how good they look on Instagram...2020-12-1329 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #17: Get to know Raeka owner of @raekabeauty, starting an online business, being in a subscription box, how to get sales and developing your own productsIn this episode I had the privilege of interviewing the owner of Raeka Beauty based in ATX, Raeka has been featured in BuzzFeed and many other publications with her revolutionary turmeric peel off mask. She goes over what it takes to start and run an online business, working with family, coming out with new products, how important subscription boxes are to her business and so much more. Raeka Beauty is on the radar of Sephora and Ulta, being able to interview Raeka before she has made into these stores is exactly why I started this podcast (I wanted to...2020-12-0600 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #16: Get to know Ashley Brinkman @ihearttheatx, successful realtor in ATX, owns multiple properties and fliping a houseIn this episode you will get to know Ashley Brinkman @ihearttheatx, she is an award-winning Realtor in Austin, Texas and has an amazing team to support her. She goes over how she became a real estate agent, tips on how to be a real estate agent, owning multiple homes, completely renovating a home and balancing her life. Ashley actually was our real estate agent when we bought out home in ATX, I love that she goes above and beyond for her clients! Make sure to be following her @ihearttheatx and use her for your real estate needs in Austin...2020-11-3000 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #15: Get to know @maternal_root, what it is like being a doula, running a small business, and my birth storyIn this episode I interviewed Francesca owner of maternal_root, she is a doula, prenatal yoga instructor, lactation counselor, and childbirth educator. I have known Francesca since I was around eleven years old and had the privilege to have her as my doula for my birth with my son. Francesca goes over what a doula is, all the benefits of being a doula, day in the the life of owning her business, how she built her business, her biggest struggles and finally MY BIRTH STORY! I was so excited to have her on, she is a light in this...2020-11-2200 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #14: Get to know @happy_girl_bri, how to persevere, working with your partner, closing a business during a pandemic, and starting a new businessIn this episode I interview Bri Newton, the owner of Salt and Sass Candle Co, a candle company. Bri used to own two yoga studios in Orange County, California called, Happy Flow Yoga, which she had to close down due to the pandemic in 2020. She talks about working with her partner, going from one location to two locations, mourning having to close her business, building herself back up and starting a new successful candle making business. Bri is a fighter and I respect her so much for everything she has done and is continuing to do. Her story...2020-11-1500 min
Fake It Til You Make ItJessica Buck - How She Started Sunless Rae + Why Being a Girl Boss is OverratedOn this episode I had the opportunity to interview Jessica Rae Buck, the CEO of Sunless Rae Spray Tans. Jessica is a small business owner, a mother, and now a podcast host! In this episode we talk all about her career journey and experience as an entrepreneur, how her self tanning side gig turned into a full blown business, the product development behind her self tanning mousse, and more about her podcast "Don't Call Me Girl Boss".
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2020-11-0946 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #13: Get to know @missleannerae, what it is like being an influencer, model and real estate agent in Austin, TexasIn this episode I interview @missleannerae, she is an influencer on social media, a model and real estate agent in ATX. I was so excited to interview Leanne because she is a small town girl now living in a big city and killin' it as a real estate agent and model. She talks about why privacy is important when you are influencer, how her modeling career blew up and how to listen when people give you advice. Make sure to follow Leanne on IG @missleannerae.2020-11-0800 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #12: Get to know @brows_by_amber and how she quit her job at Benefit Cosmetics and started her own bizIn this episode I interview Amber Thompson, owner of @brows_by_amber she does brow shaping, brow tints, eyelash lifts, and microbladding. She is located in Austin, TX on Rainey St. in Roar and has over 800+ 5 star reviews! Amber goes over how she quit her full-time job at Benefit Cosmetics and rented a room at another salon with 0 clients! I hope this episode inspires you to go all in to whatever it is you have been thinking about or working on. Follow Amber @brows_by_amber! 2020-11-0100 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #11: Get to know Lauren Gurley owner of @thatyellow.door and how to run a successful Airbnb businessIn this episode I have the privilege of interviewing Lauren Gurley, the owner of @thatyellow.door an Airbnb business. Her and her husband own a property in Cathedral City (Palm Springs area), CA and just bought a new property in Big Bear, CA. She shares all the secrets on how to run a successful Airbnb, how to become a superhost and separate yourself from your competition. I also loved talking to Lauren about the spray tan business she used to own, she was my direct competition when I first started! Make sure to be following her @thatyellow.door! 2020-10-2500 minDon't call me girlbossBonus Episode: All about the PPP loan, and frequently asked business questions with owner Shawnna of @edgysolutionsThis week I was so appreciative that the owner of Edgewood Business Solutions, Shawnna was willing to come on and answer all of the frequently asked questions about the PPP loan. Edgewood Business Solutions does business consulting, bookkeeping, accounting, tax preparation, a virtual CFO and other business solutions. Shawnna is a huge advocate for small businesses and I just couldn't be more thankful she volunteered her time to help business owners during the pandemic. In this episode Shawnna gives specific instructions on everything about the PPP loan and how to get 100% forgiveness and the difference between an S. Corp...2020-10-2300 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #10: Get to know @skintheorist_lindsay, how she is fully booked, working with influencers, and her skin care tipsIn this episode I interviewed Lindsay Dyer, also known as @skintheorist_lindsay on Instagram. She is a skin guru in Austin, TX and works at Skin Spirit. If you haven't heard of Skin Spirit, it is the number one med spa for botox and dermal filler in the U.S. Lindsay talks about her favorite treatments to provide, what it is like being a mom and skin guru and some of her best skin care tips. She also talks about working with influencers, building her social media and how she is fully booked! Make sure to be following her...2020-10-1800 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #9: Get to know Alyssa owner of @beautestudiobrows_esthetics, what it is like being a mom and owning a biz, how she opened up two salons, managing employees and how she survived COVIDIn this episode I interviewed the owner and founder of @beautestudiobrows_esthetics Alyssa. She owns two salons in Round Rock, TX and Georgetown TX. She is a mother to three beautiful children and is a licensed esthetician. Her salons provide microblading, semi-permanent makeup, facials, waxing, brow tinting, and lash extensions. She has multiple employees and her goal is to open 5 more salons in the Austin, TX area. In this episode she walked me through what it was like to open two salons, have 1099 employees and being a mom on top of everything. You can follow Alyssa @beautestudiobrows_esthetics.2020-10-1100 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #8: Get to know CEO Tan @cozure, why she quit her corporate job, how to start a clothing line, and what it is like hiring a business coachIn this episode I has the privilege of interviewing Tan, the CEO of a new eco luxury clothing line in Austin, TX called Cozure. Tan has a BS from Cornell and an engineering PhD from UC San Diego, she has spent her career in executive leadership roles, and even in the government as a CIO. She was a highly successful corporate mother of two beautiful girls and had a dream of starting her own clothing line. She had a pivotal moment where she knew things needed to change, she hired a business coach and quit her full-time job. Listen...2020-10-0400 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #7: Get to know @hairgypsynick, becoming a cosmetologist, how to get clients and how important branding isIn this episode I have the privilege of interviewing Nicole Romero, she has been a hairdresser in Orange County, CA for 17+ years. She was at her first salon for 15 years and recently just switched salons. We go over where you should go to school to get licensed, what it is like to be a hairdresser, how to get clients, pivoting during COVID, being a mom and business owner, how every independent contractor is a business owner, and how important BRANDING is! You can follow Nicole on instagram @hairgypsynick!2020-09-271h 35Don't call me girlbossEpisode #6: Business tips with host Jessica Buck + how to work with influencersIn this episode small business owner, Jessica Buck answers some of her most frequently asked questions. She answers how to work with influencers, how to grow your clientele, how to stay motivated and how to start a business step by step.2020-09-2024 minDon't call me girlbossEpisode #5: Get to know @sewstratton + overcoming addictionIn this episode you will get to know Erin, also known as @sewstratton on instagram. Erin is a photographer in Austin, TX, an influencer, blogger and jewelry designer. She dives deep into how she got to where she is today, and built a subscription based photography service for bloggers. Erin also discusses her battle with alcohol, depression and suicide attempts. This is a very deep episode, please know if you are feeling depressed or having suicidal thoughts there is help out there for you. The suicide hotline number is 800-273-8255, and there is so many resources out there for...2020-09-131h 16Don't call me girlbossEpisode #4: Get to know Morgan owner of @fvckmascara + how to build your clienteleIn this episode you will get to know lash artist expert Morgan, owner of Fvck Mascara. Morgan talks about her experience with owning a clothing boutique in Chicago and why she knew college wasn't for her. She also talks about how she grew her clientele base in ATX why she is pivoting her business to mentoring and training other lash artists. Use code "boss" for 20% off anything on fvckmascara.com + use code "girlboss" for free shipping on all products on sunlessrae.com. Don't forget to follow me on instagram @dontcallmegirlboss!2020-09-061h 29Don't call me girlbossEpisode #3: Get to know @bydanielleamelia owner of StyledAF + all about MLM'sIn this episode I interview Danielle, owner of StyledAF, an online clothing boutique. We dive deep into her experience in an MLM company, how she got out of it, and why did she did. She also goes over why it is important to help your competition and prioritize community over everything. Danielle believes you are always right where you are supposed to be, and shares her amazing entrepreneur journey. You can find Danielle @bydanielleamelia and at www.styledaf.com use code "GIRLBOSS" for 15% off anything on her website. Make sure you are also following us on instagram @dontcallmegirlboss.2020-08-301h 19Don't call me girlbossEpisode #2: Get to know @exploringamanda + how to get paid to travelIn this episode I interview Amanda she is a tripod traveler going all around Texas. She has BLOWN up during the pandemic, and has literally gained 5k+ followers in the last few months, and her followers are SUPER engaging. She is going to share her journey, why it is okay to say NO, what to do and what NOT to do. She also really gets into detail about how you can do whatever the fuck you want to do and make the best life you want for yourself.2020-08-231h 05Don't call me girlbossEpisode #1: My story + why business partners suckIn this episode I dive deep into my journey of being a business owner. It’s ugly, it’s beautiful, it’s messy, and it’s mine.
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