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Workfluencer: Personal Branding, Authority & Content StrategyUsing Content Creation for a Career TransitionMost people go quiet during a career transition. Laci McKinney did the opposite.
In this episode of the Workfluencer Podcast, Laci breaks down how she used content to make her transferable skills visible, pivot into organizational development, and earn three promotions in three years.
We talk about documenting your learning in public, building a dual personal + professional brand, navigating imposter syndrome, and why content isn’t self-promotion. It’s career leverage.
If you’re considering a pivot, growing influence while employed, or trying to connect content to real career outcomes, this episode is for yo...
2025-12-2245 min
Scam GoddessThe Sexy Scammer of Vietnam w/ Kelsey McKinneyWhat’s poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, Kelsey McKinney, host of the podcast Normal Gossip joins the show to discuss Tina Duong, a romance scammer who thrives on using her lavish lifestyle to scam others. Plus, a 29-year-old woman has been arrested after enrolling and attending as a student at a New Brunswick, New Jersey high school. Stay Schemin’! Research by Kaelyn BrandtSOURCES: https://vietnam.postsen.com/trends/104163/What-does-the-boyfriend-in-the-case-Tina-Duong-accused-of-scamming-17-billion-VND-say.htmlhttps://www.vice.com/en/article/88qj7z/anna-delvey-tina-duong-vietnamhttps://vietbao.vn/anna-bac-giang-thua-nhan-lua-dao-hai-vu-dau-tien-388860.htmlhtt...
2023-02-281h 12
Creators Conversations31. The Key to Recruiting Top Leaders with Alaina JohnsonThe role of the recruiter has shifted to respond to the demand of the changing workforce. Gone are the days where organizations are able to self-select top candidates they must get creative to show that they are the employer of choice. In this episode, Laci McKinney discusses the great resignation and recruiting top leadership with Alaina Johnson - human resources and executive recruiting professional with over 15+ years experience developing, sourcing and connecting talent for several Fortune 500 organizations.Join Laci and Alaina for conversations on career pivots, resumes, communicating your value, and more! ...
2022-02-2144 min
Normal Gossip | YouTubeLeave ‘em a Little Bit Broke, a Little Bit Mad with Laci MosleyTHE Scam Goddess, Laci Mosley, joins us in an adventure to the South where a group of sorority sisters teach us the first rule of Gossip Fight Club: never text your mess.
Follow Laci on Twitter @DivaLaci and subscribe to Scam Goddess!
Episode transcript available here.
Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.
Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs).
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2022-02-0256 minNormal GossipLeave ‘em a Little Bit Broke, a Little Bit Mad with Laci MosleyTHE Scam Goddess, Laci Mosley, joins us in an adventure to the South where a group of sorority sisters teach us the first rule of Gossip Fight Club: never text your mess.
Follow Laci on Twitter @DivaLaci and subscribe to Scam Goddess!
Episode transcript available here.
Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.
Normal Gossip is hosted by Kelsey McKinney (@mckinneykelsey) and produced by Alex Sujong Laughlin (@alexlaughs).
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2022-02-0256 minCreators Conversations30: 60-Second Course - Leadership While You Are AbsentAre you able to truly enjoy your PTO or do you spend your time off responding to the needs of your team? Leaders, I am challenging you to spend time preparing your teams for your absence so you can take time to reset. In this episode a 60-second crash course, I am sharing tips and strategies that are relevant for the modern workplace to help you grow as a leader.Website: https://lacimckinney.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacimckinneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelacimckineyMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Impactful Leadership Mixtape - YOUR PERMISSION SLIP TO BECOME A LEADER OF I...
2021-12-2902 minCreators Conversations28: What is a professional brand?As a professional, you want to have a good reputation, but sometimes what people know about you does not completely describe what you have to offer. To be recognized for the right things, it is essential to build your professional brand.In this episode, I am giving you 4 ways you can think like a brand to build a recognizable image as a professional. Use these strategies to stand out and distinguish yourself for a potential employer, network, or current organization. Website: https://lacimckinney.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/l...
2021-12-2111 minCreators Conversations27. How to Develop Yourself as a Leader and Get Real ResultsThe question is, where do you start? What does real development look like as a leader? If you are going to get serious about developing yourself, You must start with being self-aware. Getting real results is the most important component of leadership. As a leader, your key responsibilities are reaching key performance indicators, analyzing data, developing self and others; not to mention dealing with conflict, and influencing your team to be high-achievers. In this episode, I am breaking down 3 ways to develop yourself as a leader and get real results. When you are seeking to ma...
2021-10-0426 minCreators Conversations26. 60-Second Course on Connecting with Your TeamAre you spending time connecting with your team? Do you know them beyond their titles? I am challenging you to take time getting to know your teams and take time to ask them about their goals, past, and passions. Everything connects and doing this work can create a better team dynamic. In this episode a 60-second crash course, I am sharing tips and strategies that are relevant for the modern workplace to help you grow as a leader. Website: https://lacimckinney.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacimckinney I...
2021-09-2702 minCreators ConversationsEverything I Wish I Knew When I Started in LeadershipIt has been almost a 20-year journey of serving in a leadership capacity. Being a leader, I have come to realize there is an art to working and leading humans. It takes special skills to influence people to show up, produce, and repeat. In this episode of Creators Conversations, I share the things I wish I knew early on in my career as a leader. I realized that to succeed; I was going to need to develop, explore blind spots, learn from seasoned leaders, and learn to observe the things around me. Websit...
2021-08-1931 min
Creators ConversationsHow Andrea Malone is using Tech as a Means to a Purpose-Driven LifeAndrea is the founder of Red Plum WP Buildr, a website design and digital marketing firm, and Humble Teacher, a full-service online course platform centering on liberation and anti-oppression work. She helps justice-minded organizations and consultants grow, create change, and honor communities. In this episode, I talk to Andrea about the challenges she faced as a biracial Black woman in a largely segregated city that drove her to continuously question and research race in America. She continues to create spaces where people can nurture life-affirming work and dismantle oppression. We...
2021-08-1235 min
All Black MattersUse Your Failures as a Learning Experience (ft. Laci)In this episode, our host Rifka chats with Laci McKinney, a creative strategist and the founder of The People’s Voice Creative Agency. Laci shares her experience and expertise on the intersectionality of being a creative and working in the corporate world. Having experienced working with start-ups and tenured businesses to develop brand campaigns, creative strategy, events, and public relations, she gives us insight on ways to balance and thrive working 9-5 and pursuing creative passions and staying motivated in the process. CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/allblackmatterspodcast/Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/allblackmatterspodCONNECT WITH LACI: Instagram: ht...
2021-07-0446 minCreators ConversationsBONUS: On The Matterr Interview with ObyOn this bonus episode of Creators Conversations, I share my interview on the "On The Matterr" podcast. We talk about a leader of impact, my why for balancing my 9 to 5, and what a growth mindset looks like. This episode is full of tips and strategies for leaders to lead with impact. I want people to understand that there are many ups and downs as a leader, however, use those failures to propel you forward. Want to watch the interview on Youtube? https://youtu.be/5vqtkr1eZvwWebsite: https://lacimckinney.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacimckinney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the...
2021-06-1744 minCreators ConversationsBONUS: Creative Leadership with Talent Table hosted by Alaina & ChristieIn this episode, I am sharing a conversation I had with Alaina and Christie of Talent Table on Creative Leadership. I speak with the hosts of Talent Table about how creative leadership can be similar to other leadership styles, however, there are key characteristics that stand out. We explore why creative leadership is critical right now for leaders to develop and implement. We discuss how creative leadership style impacts teams. Interested in watching the interview on Youtube? CLICK HERE https://youtu.be/_vyu2V1SkssWebsite: https://lacimckinney.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacimckinney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelacimckineyImpactful Lead...
2021-06-1010 minCreators Conversations5 Characteristics of an Impactful LeaderIn the words of John Maxwell, "leadership is influence." There are certain characteristics that a leader with influence has, in this episode, I share the 5 characteristics of an Impactful Leader. I share how you can use those characteristics to show up in your daily life as a leader. You do not have to hold the title of a leader to have these characteristics or begin to build them. Use these characteristics as a model to leading your team to success. Website: https://lacimckinney.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacimckinney Inst...
2021-06-0308 minCreators Conversations6 Ways To Support Black Talent in Organizations and Create a Sense of BelongingAccording to Gartner, “When employees are truly included, they perceive that the organization cares for them as individuals, their authentic selves.” It's one thing to be hired to simply fit a quota there is a different feeling for Black Talent when they truly feel a sense of belonging. Let's create some action! Every day should be a positive experience for Black Talent. This should not be easy. It will take intentional actions to sustain a culture where differences become the true driver of success rather than the divide.In this episode, I am sharing 6 Ways to Support Black Talent in Corpo...
2021-05-2716 minCreators ConversationsHow Dr. Miller Shifted Her Audience to Make a Bigger Impact in the Education SystemEven after more than 20 years as an educator, Dr. Queinnise Miller continues to have a passion for teaching, learning, and leading. In this episode of Creators Conversations, we talk to Dr. Miller on how a major in Spanish lead her to the classroom and how she shifted her audience to make a bigger impact in the Education System. In her book, Dr. Miller shares her story as a teacher in an urban school and offers advice, suggestions, and insights for aspiring, new, and veteran teachers.Website: https://lacimckinney.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacimckinney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/th...
2021-05-2027 minCreators Conversations3 Reasons You Should Build the Habit of Reflective ThinkingIn episode 18, I share how reflective thinking can help you analyze your situations and experiences. The biggest piece to reflective thinking is finding your personal connections and the lesson you can learn from each experience. This is your time to sit with your thoughts and begin to take action for the things you are working on. Reflective Thinking helps you in leadership and gives you the tools to lead with impact. Website: https://lacimckinney.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacimckinney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelacimckiney Impactful Leadership Mixtape - YOUR PER...
2021-05-1307 min
On the Matterr: Motivation for Goal-Getters, Entrepreneurs and Anyone Ready to Level all the way Up!Lead with Impact (w. Laci McKinney)My next and last guest of this season of the podcast is Laci McKinney!Laci has a Bachelors in Kinesiology, a Masters in Exercise Physiology, and another Masters in Administration. Over the years, Laci has expressed her creativity in multiple forms example, as a personal trainer, fitness coach, PR & Marketing expert, and even podcaster! She is also an active learner who enjoys learning new things and enjoys teaching people. Today, she is the founder of The People's Voice Creative Agency, where she helps service-based leaders lead with impact and create an environment that al...
2021-05-0944 minCreators ConversationsValuing Your Own Dopeness Through Entrepreneurship with Cimone KeyIt all began with her investment as a student at The Art Institute of Dallas, which propelled her into the world of design. Cimone is well-traveled and well-versed in the world of design, connection, and entrepreneurship. In Season 2, Episode 2 of Creators Conversations I sit down with Cimone Key, the founder, and chief executive officer of Cimone Key Creative Studio. CK Creative Studio the first black-owned branding and Interactive agency in Dallas, Texas. In the episode, we talk about how Cimone knew as a young girl she had a unique talent with design and how she felt entrepreneurship was her destiny. We...
2021-05-0632 minCreators ConversationsCan’t Give Up NowTaking a break and reflecting on your true purpose is the reset I needed to relaunch Creators Conversations.Welcome to season 2! In this episode, I share my real feelings about launching a second season and the new focus of the podcast. Tune in as I give a glimpse into the woes of the last year, my past, and what’s to come. Website https://lacimckinney.com/ LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacimckinney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelacimckinneyDownload the Impactful Leadership Mixtape - YOUR PERMISSION SLIP TO BECOME A LEADER OF IMPACT AND SHOW THE TRUE VALUE OF YOUR EXP...
2021-04-2915 minCreators ConversationsBonus: 5 Habits of a Creative PersonYour habits are everything! It’s the difference between being consistent or falling flat when it comes to creating. Whether you are a freelancer or in the corporate world, I am sharing 5 habits you need to adopt today.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2021-02-0106 minCreators ConversationsBonus: How Human-Centered Design Can Help You Be A Better EntrepreneurWhen you embrace human-centered design as an entrepreneur you believe that all problems can be solved. HCD offers entrepreneurs a chance to connect and understand their target audience to actually solve their needs. If you have a question or have the interest to be interviewed on the podcast you can send a message to laci@thepeoplesvoicecreative.com.Host: Laci McKinneySocial Media for Laci McKinneyInstagram: //www.instagram.com/thelacimckinney/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacimckinneyWebsite: lacimckinney.com--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2021-01-2504 minCreators Conversations7 Habits of Highly Successful LeadersEver wonder why some leaders seem to have it all together? Do you feel you could spend some time working on building successful habits as a new leader? Do you want to know the secret sauce to highly successful leadership? In Episode 13, I am sharing the 7 Habits of Highly Successful Leaders that set them apart from your competitors. Being a successful leader takes having intentional habits. Being intentional about your priorities sets you up to win and become a high-achieving leader. If you have a question or are interested to be interviewed on the po...
2021-01-1828 minCreators Conversations5 Things You Must Do To Consistently Land Clients as a Serviced-Based BusinessService-based businesses thrive by one thing, quality customer service. The service you give to your clients can either make or break your business. It will be the thing that helps you get repeat customers or it will have your customers running. In episode 12 of Creators Conversations, I give you a first-hand account of my experience with a service-based business to renovate my home. I have tried numerous times to give someone coins and they fail to show up in a major way. In this episode I am giving you 5 Things You Must Do To Consistently La...
2020-11-3019 minCreators ConversationsHow to Shift to a Growth Mindset through Practice and ExperimentationYour mindset can be the one thing that holds you back. Would you raise your hand to be like the 2% that's out here really crushing it or do you want to blend in with the 98%? Are you allowing your thinking to get the best of you and stop you from truly succeeding? We are here for the major shift from telling ourselves that what we have and what we know is all it will ever be. In this episode, we'll talk about how to shift to a growth mindset through practice and experimentation. We will unfold the dif...
2020-11-1637 minCreators ConversationsInstagram Live: Designing Your Business and Career with CreativityEpisode 10 features an Instagram Live interview with the Founder of The Hustle is Female. The Hustle is Female, a brand that is focused on supporting women in all stages of life. In episode 10, you will learn about identifying your creative potential, how to maintaining structure in a creative business, and the creative & marketing trends that will last past the pandemic.If you have a question or have an interest to be interviewed on the podcast you can send a message to laci@thepeoplesvoicecreative.com.H...
2020-11-0929 minCreators ConversationsHow Sammetria Took Her Multidimensional Experiences in Legal to Launch Her Practice Goodson Law.In Episode 9, we’re chatting about How Sammetria Took Her Multidimensional Experiences in Legal to Launch Her Practice Goodson Law. If you have a question or have an interest to be interviewed on the podcast you can send a message to laci@thepeoplesvoicecreative.com.PODCAST SPONSOR: Anchor.FMHost: Laci McKinneySocial Media for Laci McKinneyInstagram: //www.instagram.com/lacicreates/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacimckinneyWebsite: Lacimckinney.comSocial Media for Sammetria Goodson https://www.link...
2020-10-3052 minCreators ConversationsHow to Self-Audit to Create Movement to Accomplish Your GoalsIn Episode 8, we’re chatting about how to self-audit to see real results toward completing your goals. A self‐audit can help evaluate and improve performance. In this episode, I am giving you steps to complete your very own self-audit. If you have a question or have the interest to be interviewed on the podcast you can send a message to laci@thepeoplesvoicecreative.com. PODCAST SPONSOR: Unstuck Masterclass, CLICK HERE to signup Host: Laci McKinney Social Media for Laci McKinney Instagram...
2020-08-3112 minCreators ConversationsHow Diamond Williams is Creating Her Lane Unapologetically as a Digital ArtistIn Episode 7, we have Diamond Williams a creative consultant and digital strategist based in Baltimore, MD. She specializes in social media marketing, ad campaign management, and graphic design. After she completed her studies in Business Marketing at Savannah State University, she acquired vital skills in Marketing and Advertisement through a variety of professional projects.Soon after, she found a way to merge her passions and professional skills by launching The Cloud Theory, which serves small businesses with innovative solutions. Diamond grew a passion for the Arts at an early age after she was featured in a children’s art exhibition at...
2020-08-0147 minCreators ConversationsHow Ayana Iman is Impacting Her Community through Thought-Provoking and Inclusive DialogueEpisode 6 of Creators Conversations features an interview with Ayana Iman, a native of Trenton, NJ and proud New Jersey resident. In 2016, she launched her career as a Public Speaker and Certified Professional Life Coach, focusing on personal development, storytelling, and transformation, which allowed her to directly impact client's lives as an accountability partner. Ayana received her Bachelor of Arts in Communications/Journalism at Kean University and her Masters in Strategic Organizational Communication at Rutgers University.Ayana is also the Chief Communications Officer of #AuthenticConvos, an inclusive experience that fervently promotes face-to-face thought-provoking dialogue within diverse communities across...
2020-07-1845 minCreators ConversationsHow to Turn Your Life Experiences into a Profitable Marketing Business with Farhana CannonIn episode 5, I talk with Farhana Cannon, founder of iMedia Exposure about why she started her marketing business and what year one looked like for her. She shares how she shed many tears throughout her business, however, 17 years later she worked with many brands and spoke at over 50 events in 6 countries. She continues to share her knowledge through speaking and one on one clients; she has recently launched a course to add to her business. She loves working and partnering with people + brands that are passionate about what they do.If you h...
2020-06-2732 minCreators ConversationsHow Doni Brown Created Her Own Thriving Beauty Brand and She Wants To Teach You HowToday's episode is with Doni Brown is the founder and owner of Pivot Cosmetics - a CBD cosmetics line created to promote self-care within women of color. Doni is most commonly known as a Dallas Influencer and she dedicates her platform to teaching and empowering other women, to start their own beauty and fashion product lines! Over the past 5 years, she has helped numerous businesses and personal brands, transform their marketing strategies, and increase their digital reach through her consulting and workshops. She believes that knowledge is transformative, and she hopes to inspire as many entrepreneurs as possible to c...
2020-06-1842 minCreators ConversationsHow to Shift Your Focus and Create Consistent Passive Income with Charlene McCraney.In Episode 3 on Creators Conversations, we welcome Charlene McCraney. Charlene is passionate about showing bloggers and content creators they have value beyond a follower count. After developing a very unhealthy relationship with Instagram, Charlene shifted her focus to a platform she actually owned which brought her even more joy and success - her blog. In this episode, we will talk about how Charlene launched her natural hair blog, opened an online natural hair care e-commerce store to being called the SEO Queen. As a result, Charlene helps other bloggers and content creators through her sig...
2020-04-2552 minCreators ConversationsThe 5 Most Important Steps to Living Your Most Creative LifeIn Episode 2, we’re chatting about how you’ve tried to make changes throughout the year and failed. In this episode I am breaking down how simple things can impact your overall vision for your life.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2020-04-2111 minCreators ConversationsHow to Take a Passion and a Fluency Disorder & Turn it into a Brand with DJ STUDDDAIn Episode 1 on Creators Conversations, we welcome Edward Cox aka Dj Studdda. Edward took a love for music and a fluency disorder; and turned it into the brand DJ Studdda. In the episode, we talk about his memories as a child, his love for old school music and what he remembers from his first set. This episode is a must-listen as it teaches you to turn a social flaw into something positive. If you have questions or have the interest to be interviewed on the podcast you can send a message to laci@thepeoplesvoicecreative.com. Put #creatorsconversations in the su...
2020-04-0521 min2020-04-0300 min
Systems Saved Me®052: Laci McKinney; Getting Sponsorships for Your EventsThis episode is brought to you by The Kolada Group. Today, I’m talking about getting sponsorships and planning successfully for your events. My guest is Laci McKinney, who founded The People’s Voice PR Agency. Topics: (:31) Intro – Systems Saved Me Summit (1:21) Meeting Laci (3:03) Blank slate (4:27) Where it starts (5:24) The event planning process (6:55) Budget talk (7:46) Marketing (9:40) Event planning takes time! (10:21) Getting people to buy in... early (12:08) Utilize event participants (14:09) Sponsorships (18:31) Additional advice (22:00) Attendee perspective (22:48) Tools/software (24:14) Best financial investment (25:13) Worst financial investment (27:11) Finding Laci Quotes of the Week: “If you’r...
2017-07-1928 min