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The Business Behind FundraisingLearning to Lead Investment-Level Conversations: A Case Study with Melissa at Illinois Stewardship AllianceAs the Director of Development at the Illinois Stewardship Alliance, Melissa Frueh helps center the voices of farmers and workers in the food system to champion impactful changes and create a system that works for and feeds everyone. This crucial community work requires consistent funding, and consistent funding requires belief in your cause from your donors. With a sales background in hand, Melissa has gotten seriously good at helping donors take the leap to greater investment opportunities. Sherry and Melissa discuss the skills that translate from sales to the nonprofit world, building confidence as a first time...
2025-11-1839 min
The Network Build Grow Podcast: Relationships that ScaleHow Community Networking Creates New OpportunitiesIn this episode of Network Build Grow, host Melissa Taylor sits down with Nick Reynolds to explore how consistent networking, community involvement, and meaningful relationships have shaped his career in the ever-growing city of Charlotte.Nick shares why networking isn’t just a business growth tool, it’s a way to stay connected to Charlotte’s vibrant, constantly expanding community. From meeting the mayor through a networking group to joining the NBG leadership team, Nick explains how showing up, being welcoming, and staying curious has opened doors both personally and professionally. He also discus...
2025-11-1825 min
The Network Build Grow Podcast: Relationships that ScaleFrom Strategy to Action: Intentional Giving, Educational Resources, and Building Community PartnershipsIn this episode of Network Build Grow, host Melissa Taylor speaks with Tanya Quinn about how small businesses can practice social responsibility with intention and alignment.Tanya explains why doing “good work” requires more than goodwill, it needs structure, education, and repeatable partnerships. She walks through the longer process she uses to onboard partners and clients (sharing educational articles and resources to build awareness), the role of quarterly Give & Gather events in connecting small businesses with nonprofits, and how intentional collaboration delivers measurable community impact.About TanyaTany...
2025-11-1121 min
The Network Build Grow Podcast: Relationships that ScaleNetworking That Grows With You: How to Stay Fluid and Build Genuine RelationshipsIn this episode of the Network Build Grow Podcast, host Melissa Taylor talks with Kathy Lindert who embodies what it means to grow your network with purpose and heart. Together, they explore how networking just like business is always evolving and why it’s important to stay open, flexible, and willing to meet new people.The conversation also highlights the guest’s powerful mission to serve first responders, firefighters, and law enforcement, reminding us that community service and authentic relationships go hand in hand.You’ll learn why the...
2025-11-0428 min
The Network Build Grow Podcast: Relationships that ScaleStand Out in a Saturated Market: Build Genuine RelationshipsIn this episode of the Network Build Grow Podcast, host Melissa Taylor chats with Sandy from Bild a Better Business about one of the most overlooked — yet powerful — ways to build genuine relationships in business: the handwritten card.Sandy shares how sending personal notes to new connections has helped her stand out in the competitive world of real estate marketing. In an age of digital noise, her simple, thoughtful approach keeps her top of mind, nurtures trust, and turns casual contacts into meaningful professional relationships.
2025-10-2919 min
The Network Build Grow Podcast: Relationships that ScaleFinding Strength and Connection Through Divorce with Paula LessaIn this inspiring episode of the Network Build Grow Podcast, host Melissa Taylor sits down with Paula Lessa, founder of Personal Journey Coaching, to explore how women can rediscover clarity, confidence, and community during one of life’s toughest transitions - divorce.Paula shares how her personal experience fueled her passion to guide women through emotional and financial uncertainty with dignity and strength. She also reveals how strategic networking became the foundation of her business growth connecting her with divorce attorneys, financial planners, and real estate experts who help cl...
2025-10-2118 min
The Network Build Grow Podcast: Relationships that ScaleEnergy Over Everything: How Showing Up With Presence Transforms Your BusinessIn this episode of the Network Build Grow Podcast, host Melissa chats with Michael and Katie Catlow about one of the most overlooked keys to success in networking and business, your energy and presence.They share why showing up grateful, excited, and engaged creates stronger relationships, attracts new opportunities, and sets you apart in any room. This conversation is a powerful reminder that how you show up determines what you grow.If you’ve ever struggled to make networking feel natural or meaningful, this episode will help you shift fr...
2025-10-1433 min
The Network Build Grow Podcast: Relationships that ScaleNetworking Starts With You: Mastering Self-Care for Authentic ConnectionsIn this episode of the Network Build Grow Podcast, host Melissa Taylor and guest Rita Garnto explore a simple but powerful self-care practice that can make a huge difference in how you connect with others.Called the “double double” (or physiological sigh), this 30-second breathing technique helps lower stress, calm your mind, and bring you back to the present moment. And when you’re calmer, you can show up more authentically in networking conversations, listen more deeply, and build stronger relationships.🌟 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why self-care is the foundation f...
2025-09-3024 min
The Network Build Grow Podcast: Relationships that ScaleThe Follow-Up Formula: Turning Missed Opportunities into Business Wins - Julie TrombleyIn this episode of the Network Build Grow Podcast, host Melissa Taylor talks with Julie Trombley. Together, they dive into one of the most overlooked aspects of business growth: the power of follow-up.So many entrepreneurs and solopreneurs work hard to network, generate leads, and even host events, but they unintentionally leave money on the table because they don’t have a system for follow-up. From sales calls and speaking engagements to lead magnets and nurture sequences, missed opportunities add up fast.Julie Trombley shares their own evolution from notebooks and spreadsheets to bu...
2025-09-2325 min
The Network Build Grow Podcast: Relationships that ScaleNetworking That Works: Kyle Romanat on Growing a Health Insurance BusinessIn this episode of the Network Build Grow Podcast, host Melissa Taylor talks with Kyle Romanat, founder of Health Market Genius LLC. Kyle shares his journey from nearly two decades in a large insurance agency to stepping out on his own to specialize in individual health insurance for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and anyone without employer coverage.Kyle opens up about the fear of leaving stability behind, what motivated him to take the leap into entrepreneurship at 50, and how networking became the foundation of his success. With nearly 100% of his business...
2025-09-0920 min
The Network Build Grow Podcast: Relationships that ScaleEditing Life & Business: Phil Erhardt on Storytelling, Faith, and the Power of NetworkingWhat does it take to turn a lifelong passion for video into a thriving business rooted in faith, storytelling, and service?In this inspiring episode of the NBG Podcast, Melissa Taylor sits down with Phil Erhardt, founder of PW Erhardt Media, to explore his 50+ year journey in video editing and entrepreneurship. Phil reveals how he turned a love for storytelling into a career that has touched thousands of lives and how his faith and “seek to serve” mindset fuel everything he does.You’ll discover: ✅ Why video editing is more than...
2025-09-0221 min
The Network Build Grow Podcast: Relationships that ScaleFrom Consistency to Connections: How Peet Van Niekerk Built Designer Needed Through Networking & BrandingIn this inspiring episode, Melissa Taylor sits down with Peet Van Niekerk, founder of Designer Needed, to unpack the power of consistency, authentic networking, and the importance of seamless visual branding for every business.Peet shares his entrepreneurial journey, how global networking during the 2020 lockdowns led to lasting relationships, clients, and growth. He reveals:✅ Why consistency is the secret to business success ✅ How to build trust-based relationships that lead to real opportunities ✅ The role of visual branding in creating credibility and influence ✅...
2025-09-0224 min
The Network Build Grow Podcast: Relationships that ScaleNetworking with Purpose: Building Authentic Connections with Kristin ClarkIn this episode of the NBG Podcast, Melissa Taylor sits down with Kristin Clark of Kristin Clark Consulting to talk about the real power of networking. Kristin shares her journey of guiding 16–26-year-olds to discover fulfilling career paths and why so many adults wish they’d had this kind of support earlier. She also dives deep into how to network with intention, the importance of building authentic relationships over transactions, and how strategic alliances can create lasting business growth.
2025-08-2818 min
She Can ShareEp: (131) Building Community Through Events with Taylor SmithIn today’s episode, we’re diving deep into one of my favorite topics: events and community. Hosting an event can feel overwhelming (trust me, I’ve been there!), but it can also become one of the most powerful ways to grow your influence, connect with your people, and build a lasting legacy.
And who better to unpack this than my guest, Taylor Smith—a powerhouse community builder, branding expert, podcaster, and the founder of The Power Table conference, which draws over 100 attendees every spring.
Taylor shares her honest story of starting small (her first coffee m...
2025-08-2741 minShe Can ShareEp: (131) Building Community Through Events with Taylor SmithIn today’s episode, we’re diving deep into one of my favorite topics: events and community. Hosting an event can feel overwhelming (trust me, I’ve been there!), but it can also become one of the most powerful ways to grow your influence, connect with your people, and build a lasting legacy.
And who better to unpack this than my guest, Taylor Smith—a powerhouse community builder, branding expert, podcaster, and the founder of The Power Table conference, which draws over 100 attendees every spring.
Taylor shares her honest story of starting small (her first coffee m...
2025-08-2741 min
Pull Your Shelf TogetherSummertime BluesMelissa and Jessica are back with some great books to hide from the humidity with.
2025-08-0358 min
Significant Lovers121. When Taylor Swift Met Joe JonasLike many girls, Taylor Swift has an unlucky history with J names. We’ve covered her relationships with Jake Gyllenhaal, John Mayer, and Joe Alwyn. Today, we’re going back to 2008 to revisit her very first high-profile relationship with the original Joe, Mr. Perfectly Fine himself, Joe Jonas.This short relationship took on a life of its own after ending with the infamous 27 second phone call. Back then, Taylor was the least bit coy telling us about the juicy personal details in connection with her songs. Her openness arguably sparked the public’s parasocial obsess...
2025-06-251h 27Pull Your Shelf TogetherAnd Now Back to Your Regularly Scheduled ProgrammingMelissa and Jessica are back from an extended break due to book festivals, book fairs, conferences, and other craziness. They have some book recommendations to kick off your summer.
2025-06-0143 min
Kingdom Doers™ PodcastShe Said Yes To God and This Happened - Kingdom Doers Podcast with Melissa Taylor and Estus Taylor and guest Molly Trotter Gomez of Kingdom AllianceIn This Episode: What if your business is your ministry? 💼🙌 In this powerful Kingdom Doers™ interview, Molly Trotter Gomez—speaker, coach, and co-founder of Our Kingdom Alliance—shares her raw and real story of going from burnout to boldness, breaking free from identity crisis, and finally saying YES to her God-given assignment in the marketplace. If you've ever felt torn between your faith and your career... If you’ve been building a business but feel spiritually stuck... If you’re ready to stop playing small and start building with God... 🔥 THIS is the episode for you. 💡 What You’ll Learn: How to stop separ...
2025-05-1328 minKingdom Doers™ PodcastHow to Go from Financial Struggle to Financial StewardshipKingdom Doers® Podcast: Where Faith + Business meet marketplace impact, with Melissa Taylor and Guest Elijah Higuera Episde Description: In this episode of The Kingdom Doers™ Podcast: Where Faith + Business Meet Marketplace Impact, we sit down with Elijah Higuera, financial broker at Global Financial Impact, to talk about what it really means to build wealth when you didn’t grow up with it. Elijah shares his powerful story—how he went from financial struggle to a life of stewardship, vision, and purpose. Learn how he combined faith with practical financial strategies to help families break cycles of lack and create generat...
2025-05-1322 minKingdom Doers™ PodcastStop Asking, What's My Purpose? And Do This Instead✨ EPISODE DESCRIPTION: Are you stuck asking, “What’s my purpose?” or feeling like you have to do it all to succeed? In this empowering episode of the Kingdom Doers® Podcast—where faith + business meet marketplace impact—I’m sitting down with Hollie Whaley, coach, speaker, and founder of KHLifeCoaching.com, to unpack what it really means to minister in the marketplace and build a Christ-centered business. We’re getting real about: ✔️ How to stop overthinking your purpose and start walking in obedience ✔️ Why being your authentic self is the best ministry you can offer ✔️ The freedom that comes when you stop trying to “do it all...
2025-05-0731 min
Parenting Shrink Wrapped#19: Raising Kids on the Autism Spectrum with Dr. Taylor DaySend us a textAn autism diagnosis can feel overwhelming for families—but what if there was a better way to navigate it? In this episode of Parenting Shrink Wrapped, Sam and Melissa sit down with Dr. Taylor Day (Dr. Tay), a licensed psychologist specializing in neuroaffirming care for autistic kids and their families.Dr. Tay shares her personal journey of growing up with a younger brother on the spectrum, how that shaped her approach to autism care, and why she created her whole-family model to support not just autistic children, but their parents and si...
2025-04-0736 min
Kingdom Doers™ PodcastThe TRUTH About ADHD & Autism No One Talks About with Maude Le RouxHow can parents better support neurodivergent children and help them thrive? In this episode of the Kingdom Doers™ Podcast, we welcome Maude Le Roux, renowned occupational therapist and director of A Total Approach, to explore the power of neuroplasticity in children with ADHD, autism, sensory processing challenges, brain injuries, and anxiety. With decades of expertise in sensory integration, sound therapy, and developmental interventions, Maude shares practical strategies to equip parents, improve communication, and foster growth for children facing neurodivergent challenges. Learn how the brain can rewire itself, why traditional approaches often fall short, and how parents can take an em...
2025-02-1335 min
Kingdom Doers™ PodcastMarry and Grow Rich with Dr. Travis ParryIn this episode, we sit down with Dr. Travis Parry, author of Achieving Balance and Marry and Grow Rich. Once a financial advisor caught in the workaholic trap, Dr. Parry shifted his career after the sudden loss of his father to a stress-induced heart attack. His journey led him to earn a Ph.D. in Family Relations and uncover the key to true balance—aligning time with your highest priorities. Now, as the founder of the Make Time Institute, he helps business owners build success without sacrificing family. Tune in as we explore his powerful strategies for achieving balance in...
2025-02-1130 min
Kingdom Doers™ PodcastBuild Change Impact with Stacey AnsleyGuest, Stacey Ansley, Co-Founder & CEO of Build Change Impact. From Stacey: “Since 2014, I've been coaching and advising entrepreneurs and small business owners who feel like they're carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders. I believe no one should handle business challenges alone. As a Certified Business Made Simple Coach, my goal is simple: to give you the tools, strategies, and support you need to turn your hard work into a thriving business that's not just a job, but a valuable asset for your future. I'm all about clear plans and focused steps that make a real difference. Le...
2025-02-1121 min
Mental Health Warrior & Neurodivergent AdvocateUnpacking Anxiety: Melissa Crook on Mental Health, Empowerment, and Women’s WorthSend us a textIn this insightful episode of "Advancing With Amy / Mental Health Warrior & Neurospicy Mama," host Amy, sits down with Melissa Crook, the creator of the F.E.E.L. Podcast. Melissa shares her personal journey of self-discovery and empowerment, born from hitting a metaphorical wall at age 50. She discusses her battles with anxiety, the impact of generational trauma, and the importance of dismantling societal stigmas surrounding mental health.Melissa reveals the origins and intentions behind her podcast, where she uses eight talking points to foster conversations with women about self-worth, boundaries, and...
2025-02-1129 min
Kingdom Doers™ PodcastLaundromats, Faith, and Generational Wealth with Jordan BerryGuest, Jordan Berry, Founder & CEO of Laundromat Resource. Laundromat Resource stands as a vanguard in the laundromat industry, dedicated to providing unparalleled expertise and resources. Established by industry connoisseurs, our platform is meticulously designed to cater to both entrepreneurs and adept laundromat proprietors. Visit https://www.laundromatresource.com to learn more from Jordan! Want to have more Kingdom Impact? Join the Kingdom Doers™ Club with Success Coach, Melissa Taylor, M.A. & Pastor Estus Taylor at https://www.kingdomdoersclub.com The Kingdom Doers™ Club empowers Christian entrepreneurs with weekly live mentorship, monthly master classes, devotionals, and a supportive community. Led by M...
2025-02-0928 minPull Your Shelf TogetherThe January That Wouldn't EndMelissa and Jessica made it through the holidays and have some book recommendations to beat the doldrums of January.
2025-02-0155 minPull Your Shelf TogetherOut With the Old and In With the New YearMelissa and Jessica close out 2024 with some more book recommendations.
2024-12-3159 min
Just Ingredients179 - Finding Healing Paths After Breast Cancer w/ Melissa TaylorIn today’s episode, Melissa shares her incredible journey through her breast cancer diagnoses, the challenges she faced, and the lessons she learned along the way.Melissa highlights the importance of knowing our bodies. Her breast cancer diagnosis at 24 was a wake-up call, underscoring the value of self-exams and understanding what's normal. Approaching health with curiosity, not fear, helps us notice changes and take proactive steps.She discusses how stored emotions, particularly anger, can manifest in physical ailments. Melissa encourages us to honor our feelings and process them rather than suppressing them. By...
2024-12-0253 minPull Your Shelf TogetherThankful for Books and Readers Like YouMelissa and Jessica are back with some great book recommendations that can help make your holiday shopping a little easier.
2024-11-3056 min
The Brighter Side of Education: Research, Innovation & ResourcesThe Golden Age of Nonfiction: Gateway to Literacy with Imagination Soup's Melissa TaylorSend us a textOpen the gates to the golden age of nonfiction literature with Dr. Lisa Hassler and Melissa Taylor, founder of Imagination Soup, as they unravel the often-overlooked power of nonfiction books in education. Did you know that 84% of first graders show a preference for nonfiction, yet these books are not as prevalent as they should be in children's literature? Join us as we discuss the crucial role nonfiction plays in nurturing literacy skills in our information-laden world. Melissa shares her journey from teaching to becoming a curator of children's books, emphasizing the need for...
2024-11-2128 minPull Your Shelf TogetherAlways Bring an Extra SuitcaseJessica and Melissa are back from England with more books than they left with and more book recommendations than they know what to do with.
2024-10-3156 minPull Your Shelf TogetherEngland Here We Come...AgainJessica and Melissa are headed to England again, but first they have some weird and fittingly English book recommendations.
2024-09-301h 06Pull Your Shelf TogetherFalse FallJessica is back this month and takes a break from FINALLY watching The Gilmore Girls to talk about what she's been reading with Melissa.
2024-09-011h 08Pull Your Shelf TogetherWith a Little Help From Our FriendWith Jessica on the bench after eye surgery, E. Shaver GM Jenny pinch hits and joins Melissa to talk about books.
2024-07-311h 05
Helping Families Be HappyReading Adventures: Tips for Summer and Beyond with Melissa TaylorIn today's episode, host Adina Oberman welcomes Melissa Taylor, founder of Imagination Soup, former teacher, and a passionate advocate for reading among children. Together, they delve into strategies for encouraging young readers, especially those hesitant or reluctant to pick up a book. Their conversation also explores the role of technology in reading, summer reading tips, and how to make reading an enjoyable and integral part of family life.
Episode Highlights:
00:00:09: Adina Oberman introduces the podcast, its alignment with Fami's habits of "Read Together and Learn Together", and her guest Melissa Taylor. Adina's background as a mo...
2024-07-2421 minPull Your Shelf TogetherBeach Reads?Melissa and Jessica are back with more book recommendations to hole up in the air conditioning with.
2024-06-301h 09Pull Your Shelf TogetherA Good Time to Stay Inside and ReadMelissa and Jessica are back with more book recommendations to read in the glorious air conditioning.
2024-05-311h 04Pull Your Shelf TogetherWeasels in Our AtticAfter a crazy busy month of spring breaks, Melissa and Jessica are back with more book reviews and recommendations.
2024-04-3055 minPull Your Shelf TogetherFrance, I Hope Our Paths Croissant Again Melissa is back from a couple weeks in Paris and she and Jessica have more book recommendations.
2024-03-311h 07
The Business Behind FundraisingCase Study with Melissa Hilton at Erie Family Health: Relational Fundraising for a $100M+ FQHCMelissa Hilton uses her diverse background to get the most out of the relationships she holds with her donors. As the Vice President of fundraising efforts for Erie Family Health, a $100M+ FQHC, you have to think outside of the box to not only maintain relationships with donors, but help them understand the most important needs of your organization, and the funds it requires to achieve that. Sherry and Melissa discuss FQHC's, the balancing act of managing your annual fund with a capital campaign, and dive into the details of how your relationships truly impact your fundraising efforts.
2024-03-2635 min
Hard Beeswax: Experiences in Waldorf EducationEpisode 24: Alumni Spotlight: Melissa FrishkoffThis week on Hard Beeswax, Matthew and Taylor speak with Melissa Frishkoff, a Waldorf alumni from the Hawthorne Valley Waldorf School in Ghent, New York.
2024-03-021h 27Pull Your Shelf TogetherConferences, Festivals, and Covid Oh MyMelissa and Jessica fresh from a national booksellers conference, the Savannah Book Festival, and a bout of Covid are back with some book recommendations.
2024-02-291h 01Pull Your Shelf TogetherAnd We're BackAfter a year hiatus, Melissa and Jessica are back with new book recommendations!
2024-01-311h 03
101 Stage Adaptations18 - PRANCER by Greg Taylor (Ep. 52)This week Hollywood screenwriter Greg Taylor stops by the show! Greg wrote the scripts for the 90s kids' classics, Harriet the Spy and Jumanji, as well as one of Melissa's favorite holiday films, Prancer, which Greg later adapted for the stage. In this episode, we discuss:How the late great Cloris Leachman influenced Greg's script The reindeer in the film vs the stage playHow screenwriters and playwrights are treated differentlyAdapting novels to screenplays and screenplays to stage playsAnd more!Resources MentionedPrancer filmThe R...
2023-12-141h 18
Ironically SeriousMarketing Excellence and Mindful Living ft. Melissa Furr#53: We're back with another guest episode – as always, keeping it real about life's juggling act. Today's guest is Melissa Furr, a digital marketing whiz who's carved out a sweet spot between her biz, Defined Media Co, and a connected, sustainable life in Asheville, NC. Melissa is sought-after Digital Marketer, Ad Strategist, Founder of Defined Media Co. and the Fractional CMO of The Darin Olien Show. Her brand offers a team-oriented approach to marketing for start-up companies in the e-commerce, wellness, sustainability, and tech space. She shares more about her journey as a self-made CEO and her wisdom on how no...
2023-11-3050 min
Create With ConfidenceEp 30: Exploring Human Design with Melissa Ratti: What Your Human Design Reveals About YouInside this episode I am joined by special guest Melissa Ratti, a Master-certified Life Coach, Hypnotherapist and Human Design Reader who's all about helping ambitious women boost their wellbeing and abundance with EASE through subconscious therapy and fast-acting energy-shifting. Inside todays episode, we explore the fascinating world of human design.
If you've ever wondered what makes you unique, then this episode is for you. Melissa shares her knowledge and expertise to help us understand what human design is and how it differs from other personality tests.
We delve into the five design types and discuss...
2023-04-1030 min
The Weekly Round Up - A Real Estate PodcastTraining Training Training! How much is to much and how do you approach it?Training Training Training! How much is to much and how do you approach it? Join two of the Coaches, Dylan and Melissa as we discuss how we look at continuing our education. We both have a strong growth mindset and apply that focus to gain clarity. Hear as we share our tips and pitfalls.
2023-02-2435 min
Tails from a Vet TechProgressive Animal Sheltering: Animals and Individuals First featuring Melissa Taylor (CBCC-KA, CSB-C)This week, Tabitha is joined by the Behavior and Training Manager at Friends For Life Animal Shelter, Melissa Taylor. Melissa and I discuss the division between animal care and medical staff often seen in shelters, the importance of volunteers and community, and how our past experiences have helped us grow. She shares her wisdom of how her shelter has built relationships with the community, the benefits of volunteers, volunteer retention, and success stories of volunteer-based programs in her shelter. Melissa Taylor (CBCC-KA, CSB-C) is the Behavior and Training Manager at Friends For Life A...
2023-01-301h 06
The Christie Taylor ShowThe Christie Taylor Show: Melissa Hughes | Abundance Is Your BirthrightThis episode of The Christie Taylor Show features a self-made millionaire by 31, Melissa Hughes, the founder of the Live Rich. Spread Wealth. Global Movement, which is changing the lives of businesspeople worldwide.
Short Bio: A self-made millionaire by 31, Melissa Hughes is the founder of the Live Rich. Spread Wealth. Global Movement, which is changing the lives of businesspeople worldwide. She is a master business coach, best-selling author, international speaker, and consultant with a mission to help entrepreneurs and individuals in corporate America accomplish their business goals, (including massive profits), while staying connected to their authentic self, transforming...
2022-12-2030 minPull Your Shelf TogetherThe Holidays and an Impending AdventureMelissa and Jessica are joined by their husbands, Tim and Bill, as they get ready to go on a Jane Austen-inspired tour of the UK in a couple of days.
2022-11-2653 min
Hustle Like A Mother PodcastThriving As A Women Entrepreneur with Melissa Clayton, founder of Tiny TagsHustle Like A Mother podcast is hosted by Taylor Mobley - a blogger & business coach for mama entrepreneurs. Listen in on the conversations she has with other successful mothers-in-business while they chat growing your business, balancing motherhood, and maintaining healthy mental mindsets through it all. Walk away feeling more prepared than ever before to elevate your business, chase your passions and raise your babies. Today's episode has Taylor fan-girling JUST a little bit over Tiny Tags founder, Melissa Clayton! Taylor is a HUGE fan of the brand and loved hearing from Melissa about thriving as a women i...
2022-09-2832 min
Taylor Way Talks07 - The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Spousal Caregiving with Melissa MillerCW: Spouse with epilepsy / chronic illness and medical emergencyDawn Taylor invites guest Melissa Miller, a former Certified Nursing Assistant, to the show to talk about her new life now as a stay-at-home mom and full-time caregiver to her husband. Melissa shares the two year journey she’s been on and why she’s passionate about opening discussions on this subject. Melissa and her husband were both relatively young when he had his first seizure in 2020 and since then his epilepsy has intensified, leading to more and more seizures. Melissa is now his full-time caregiver as we...
2022-09-2640 min
Taylor Way Talks07 - The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Spousal Caregiving with Melissa MillerCW: Spouse with epilepsy / chronic illness and medical emergencyDawn Taylor invites guest Melissa Miller, a former Certified Nursing Assistant, to the show to talk about her new life now as a stay-at-home mom and full-time caregiver to her husband. Melissa shares the two year journey she’s been on and why she’s passionate about opening discussions on this subject. Melissa and her husband were both relatively young when he had his first seizure in 2020 and since then his epilepsy has intensified, leading to more and more seizures. Melissa is now his full-time caregiver as we...
2022-09-2640 minPull Your Shelf TogetherAugust was Just BusyMelissa and Jessica are back after a crazy August with some more book recommendations. On this episode: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, The It Girl, The Bullet That Missed, Carrie Soto is Back, and more!
2022-09-1150 minPull Your Shelf TogetherWe Just Can't Keep to a ScheduleMelissa and Jessica return after an unplanned hiatus to talk about books and what they've been doing...since they clearly haven't been recording podcasts.
2022-07-261h 18
Education On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schools261: Servant Leadership with Melissa LowryMelissa Lowry is an enthusiastic and passionate educator with over 20 years of experience working with students, teachers, administrators, and parents. She currently serves as the Principal of Christ the King, a K-8 Catholic School in Buckhead, GA. She also served as a Curriculum Director and has taught pretty much every grade starting with early childhood through 8th grade. Melissa is the founder of Melissa Lowry Education Coaching (www.melissa-lowry-education-coaching.com), a consulting firm that specializes in helping parents and educators build and maintain strong home-school relationships. She is also the co-author of Answer Keys: Teachers’ Le...
2022-06-201h 02
Love Sex & Magic89. Alchemising The Dark Feminine Through Sacred Rage, Conscious Kink & Chakra Healing with Taylor SimpsonTaylor is a leading expert in the field of Wealth Energetics & Sexual Liberation. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Vox, on ABC & Fox News, The Washington Post + many others. She is passionate about helping women speak their truth, own their desires shamelessly and create the life of their dreams fearlessly, all by activating and embodying their truest selves. Taylor is the host of The Embodied Woman Podcast, Creatrix of multiple Online Programs around Shadow Work, Wealth & Sexuality, a Retreat Host, an Investor & Philanthropist.
In this episode, we talk about Taylor’s journey with her own anger an...
2022-06-1050 minPull Your Shelf TogetherUnintentional Book Preview EpisodeIn this episode Melissa and Jessica talk about a few books that are available for preorder and a few that are out now.
2022-04-1456 minPull Your Shelf TogetherBook Festival HangoverMelissa and Jessica are back with some book recommendations after an exhausting and awesome Savannah Book Festival weekend.
2022-03-0549 min
Girl Talk with TayBlogging, Influencer Industry Chats, & Life Hacks with Melissa (@alwaysmeliss)In today's episode, Taylor and fashion / beauty influencer Melissa of @alwaysmeliss sit down to talk all things getting started in the blogging industry! Melissa shares how she went from working in Marketing to full-time influencer and gives her biggest tips for success. She also shares her favorite beauty, fashion, and wellness hacks along with her current everyday favorites. Melissa gives attainable advise on how to have a successful blogging career, what she's learned along the way, and tells her story from being broke to running a successful business doing what she LOVES. This episode is for anyone who has...
2022-02-241h 20Pull Your Shelf TogetherNew Year, New ReadsMelissa and Jessica are back after a busy holiday season with some great recommendations to get you out of a reading rut.
2022-01-2454 minPull Your Shelf TogetherMerry and HappyMelissa and Jessica are back with a few last minute holiday gift ideas!
2021-12-2220 minPull Your Shelf TogetherWe're Thankful for Books and the People That Read ThemMelissa and Jessica are back with some more book recommendations. Some of which are perfect for reading while hiding from your family during the holidays.
2021-11-1459 minPull Your Shelf TogetherGuilty PleasuresMelissa and Jessica are joined by their PRH rep, Jess, for some more book recommendations. They also discuss their current guilty pleasure read.
2021-10-101h 23
The Embodied Woman PodcastUtilizing the Unconscious Mind to Set & Achieve Your Dreams with Melissa Machat : Episode 289Text the word JOURNAL to 202-217-0704 to receive journal prompts & to connect 1:1 with me!! YES, that’s my # and it’s ME! What's Your Money Frequency? Find Out Now Come say hi over on Instagram What’s holding you back from growing your business? Take the quiz The 5 Questions to ask yourself to shift back into aligned action: What is causing me to feel this way? What outcome am I avoiding? What do I actually want? What’s the first step to making this happen? What triggered me that I...
2021-09-1046 minPull Your Shelf TogetherHave We Mentioned We're Not Great with Staying on Schedule?Melissa and Jessica are back from an unplanned extended break with their apologies and a bunch of book recommendations.
2021-08-151h 13Pull Your Shelf TogetherComing to You From An Undisclosed LocationMelissa and Jessica are back talking about the books they've read and recommend. This time from their swanky, spacious new office space at the bookshop!
2021-06-2150 minPull Your Shelf TogetherThe Murder Spree ContinuesMelissa and Jessica are back to talk about more books they've been reading recently. Spoiler...they're all a little murdery.
2021-05-211h 02Pull Your Shelf TogetherThis Episode Brought to You by Ruth WareMelissa goes on a deep dive into the works of Ruth Ware while Jessica nerds out over history and the weather.
2021-04-2952 minPull Your Shelf TogetherSide Effects Make Include SleepinessMelissa and Jessica back after their second Covid vaccination and feeling a little rundown are joined by Diane, their Penguin rep to discuss some newly out and upcoming books from their list.
2021-04-111h 17Pull Your Shelf TogetherPardon our SpiffMelissa and Jessica are back after a couple weeks off to do some renovations at the shop. Here's what they've been reading.
2021-03-2952 minPull Your Shelf TogetherYou Had Us at PigeonsMelissa and Jessica are joined on the podcast by Abby, their W.W. Norton sales rep, to talk about some great upcoming books from their spring and summer list.
2021-03-011h 09Pull Your Shelf TogetherMagical OutcastsMelissa and Jessica are back to talk about what they've been reading and recommend. This episode coincidentally features an array of magical stories.
2021-02-1450 minPull Your Shelf TogetherWelcome Back, AnnieMelissa and Jessica are joined by E. Shaver bookseller and events manager extraordinaire, Annie, to talk about and recommend books.
2021-02-0155 min
The Embodied Woman PodcastThe Power of Resiliency- From Losing all her Income to Living an Abundant Life with Melissa Martin : Episode 261Get on the Waitlist for Ascend 2021! Here Text the word JOURNAL to 202-217-0704 to receive journal prompts & to connect 1:1 with me!! YES that’s my # and it’s ME! Join The Abundant Life Experience: Here What's Your Money Frequency? Find Out Now Come say hi over on Instagram In Today’s Episode You Will Learn: Shifting from rock bottom Recognizing redirection The three versions of ourselves Healing your relationship with money Making aligned decisions with your body Taking scary action Investing in yourself when “you don’t have money”...
2021-01-2953 minPull Your Shelf TogetherIt's a New YearMelissa and Jessica are back from holiday hiatus to talk about some more books. They are joined by Melissa, their Simon & Schuster sales rep, to talk about some great books from the S&S Spring 21 list.
2021-01-171h 15Pull Your Shelf TogetherRappin' with the Reps PRH Edition Part 2Melissa and Jessica are joined on the podcast by Toni, another of the shop's Random House reps. to discuss books they've read and upcoming books from the PRH Winter 21 list
2020-12-1247 minPull Your Shelf TogetherRappin' with the Reps Harper Collins EditionMelissa and Jessica are joined by Dawn, their Harper Collins rep, to talk about some exciting new releases on the Harper Collins Winter list.
2020-11-281h 15Pull Your Shelf TogetherMake Good ChoicesMelissa and Jessica are back with book recommendations and philosophical musings.
2020-11-0353 minPull Your Shelf TogetherTechnical DifficultiesAfter a couple of technical difficulties, Melissa and Jessica are back to talk about what they've been reading.
2020-10-0942 minPull Your Shelf TogetherRappin' with the Reps-PRH EditionMelissa and Jessica are joined on the podcast by one of their Random House reps, Jessica, to talk about some books from the fall list. Please note that since the recording of this episode that some of the publishing dates for these books have been moved. For up to date information, please see our website www.eshaverbooks.com
2020-09-271h 03
Search & ReplaceMelissa AlamEmail has become essential for business, especially if you’re a creative professional. However, with email so easily available on your smartphone, many of us find ourselves getting interrupted all day long.Melissa Alam is the founder and creative director of her own design agency in Philadelphia. She took the extreme step of removing email from her phone entirely. However, she tells us getting more productive time during her workday wasn’t her original goal.To view full transcript and expanded show notes: https://bit.ly/3yNhjfR
2020-09-0807 minPull Your Shelf TogetherMigrationsJessica is getting ready to take her youngest son to college in Vermont and both Melissa and Jessica have some unintentionally environmentally themed book recommendations.
2020-08-2653 minPull Your Shelf TogetherRappin' With the Reps-Macmillan StyleMelissa and Jessica are joined by their Macmillan book rep, Jeff Willmann to talk about exciting upcoming releases from Macmillan's fall list.
2020-08-0846 minPull Your Shelf TogetherSomething New on the HorizonMelissa and Jessica are back with book recommendation and a sneak peak at some special future episodes of the podcast
2020-07-2555 minPull Your Shelf TogetherA Tale of Two BooksellersIt continues to be the worst of times in the world, but Melissa and Jessica are back with more discussion about what they've been reading.
2020-07-1148 min
Legacy of Love014: How To Attract Money & Abundance By Being Yourself with Taylor Simpson“The frequency, the money, abundance - whatever you want to call it - sits on & is the frequency of love. Period. Money is love. Love is money.” - Taylor Simpson
In this conversation with Taylor Simpson you will learn How To Become A Money Magnet, fall in love with yourself & life, to fully trust the Universe & step into your gifts. This episode will leave you feeling abundant & sparkly AF, ready to step into your full unicorn authentic self!
Taylor Simpson is a Motivational Speaker, Podcast Host and Online Coach. Through her Methodology of infusing Science, Spir...
2020-07-031h 18Pull Your Shelf TogetherA Minor VictoryMelissa and Jessica celebrate finishing The Grapes of Wrath in time for their book club meeting and give some other book recommendations.
2020-06-2041 minPull Your Shelf TogetherIts Not Like Riding a BikeMelissa and Jessica are back after a week off and may be a little rusty at the podcasting.
2020-05-2938 minPull Your Shelf TogetherLighten UpMelissa and Jessica are joined by Josie, another E. Shaver bookseller, who has some good light quarantine read recommendations
2020-05-1448 minPull Your Shelf TogetherHello, Summer!Melissa and Jessica are joined by the fabulous Mary Kay Andrews to talk about her new book, Hello, Summer, classics they hate, and what they've been reading.
2020-05-0747 minPull Your Shelf TogetherThe Southern Bookstore's Guide to Slaying PodcastsMelissa and Jessica are back with some more quarantine reading recommendations. New York Times bestselling author Grady Hendrix drops by the podcast to talk about his new book, The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires, and to give you some of his book recommendations.
2020-04-3055 minPull Your Shelf TogetherThings Get a Little DarkMelissa and Jessica are joined on the podcast this week by Miriam, a veteran E. Shaver's bookseller, and everyone's book recommendations tend to be a little darker this week.
2020-04-2350 minPull Your Shelf TogetherEveryone Loves a TropeMelissa and Jessica are joined by Annie, bookseller extraordinaire, to talk about some of their recent favorite reads. Skimbleshanks, one of the bookshop cats, also decides to lend a paw.
2020-04-1654 minPull Your Shelf TogetherI'm Going to Go with Something Totally DifferentMelissa and Jessica are joined on the podcast by Melissa's husband, Tim, and they talk about an eclectic array of books, reading aloud, and missing human interaction.
2020-04-0941 min