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My black selfBeyoncé, Monique Usher and we still have to grieveThe media is buzzing so Malcolm touches on some of this week’s hot topics. Usher’s halftime performance, Beyoncé has a new album coming and Monique is sharing receipts. Malcolm speaks how anything can spark a memory of a loved one as simple as an old picture or preparing dinner. We as humans need one another to lean on and to inspire. Let us know what you think about this episode.2024-02-1414 min
The Tidy Revival PodcastThe Power of Taking Tiny Actions: Featuring Monique MalcolmI’m thrilled to bring you this conversation with Monique Malcolm, the founder of Take Tiny Action, is a goal achievement expert who empowers ambitious women to reach their loftiest goals through the power of tiny actions! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEUncover fear’s impact on your willingness to take action with the Take Tiny Action Quiz Follow Monique on Instagram + YouTubeThe Most Important Artworks at the Uffizi Gallery, FlorenceAre we friends on social media yet? Whether your jam is Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest or Facebook - fol...2023-08-3050 min
Windowsill ChatsDon’t Let Fear Have All the Fun: Monique Malcolm Talks Taking Action and Owning Your FearsMargo is joined by productivity expert, author, and host of the "Take Tiny Action" podcast, Monique Malcolm. Monique helps overwhelmed women take control of their lives, one tiny action at a time. Her approach to coaching and personal development is holistic, taking into account the mental, emotional, and physical aspects of well-being. With her book "Don't Let Fear Have All the Fun" and one-on-one coaching, Monique helps clients overcome their fears and achieve their goals. Monique's larger mission is to help people see a greater possibility for their lives. Margo and Monique chat about: 2023-05-1759 min
Unraveling MoneyTaking Tiny Action With Monique MalcolmMaking mistakes IS the path to success. But you may doubt that the endless series of small actions, successes and failures will lead to anything worthwhile.Our guest this week knows this feeling all too well! Monique Malcolm believes in the power of taking tiny action and her new book reminds us to “Not Let Fear Have All The Fun”.I am excited to have her on the podcast this week to dive deeply into her refreshingly simple yet very potent philosophy and to explain exactly what being a tiny action taker looks like in her...2023-05-1634 min
Unraveling MoneyTaking Tiny Action With Monique MalcolmMaking mistakes IS the path to success. But you may doubt that the endless series of small actions, successes and failures will lead to anything worthwhile.Our guest this week knows this feeling all too well! Monique Malcolm believes in the power of taking tiny action and her new book reminds us to “Not Let Fear Have All The Fun”.I am excited to have her on the podcast this week to dive deeply into her refreshingly simple yet very potent philosophy and to explain exactly what being a tiny action taker looks like in her...2023-05-1634 min
Take Tiny ActionIt’s Time To Save Yourself!In this episode, Monique explores the life lessons we can learn from Cinderella's story and the importance of taking ownership of our lives. Ways to Support Take Tiny Action💖 Fearful or Bold - What's your fear personality? Take the quiz!💖 Buy my new book Don't Let Fear Have All The Fun 💖 Subscribe to the Take Tiny Action Newsletter💖 Say 'Hi' on Instagram2023-04-1313 min
Take Tiny ActionGirl! It's Time To Save YourselfIn this episode, Monique explores the life lessons we can learn from Cinderella's story and the importance of taking ownership of our lives. Links & ResourcesRead my new book Don't Let Fear Have All The Fun Subscribe to the Take Tiny Action Weekly NewsletterSay hi on Twitter | Instagram2023-04-1213 min
Take Tiny ActionReframing Purpose: Why 'Finding' It is the Wrong ApproachHey friend! I've started a new podcast called Take Tiny Action. I would love for you to follow me over there. Subscribe here: https://take-tiny-action.captivate.fm/listen In this episode, Monique explores the idea of creating your purpose rather than simply "finding" it. She discusses common misconceptions about purpose and offers practical strategies for actively cultivating your sense of purpose. Join Monique as she highlights the importance of aligning your purpose with action and positively impacting others.--Links & ResourcesRead my new book Don't Let Fear Have All The...2023-03-2919 min
Take Tiny ActionReframing Purpose: Why 'Finding' It is the Wrong ApproachIn this episode, Monique explores the idea of creating your purpose rather than simply "finding" it. She discusses common misconceptions about purpose and offers practical strategies for actively cultivating your sense of purpose. Join Monique as she highlights the importance of aligning your purpose with action and making a positive impact on others.--Links & ResourcesRead my new book Don't Let Fear Have All The Fun Subscribe to the Take Tiny Action Weekly NewsletterSay hi on Twitter | Instagram--Additional Resources...2023-03-2919 min
Take Tiny ActionHow to be ConsistentConsistency is one of the most essential qualities that we can develop in our lives. It is the quality of being reliable, steady, and persistent in behavior or action over time. In this episode, we explore why consistency matters, how it helps us achieve our goals, build good habits, improve our skills, and increase our self-discipline. We also discuss some common challenges that can make it difficult to be consistent, such as lack of time, motivation, and fear of failure.Links & ResourcesRead my new book Don't Let Fear Have All the Fun...2023-03-1529 min
100% Guilt-Free Self-CareEP 170: Don’t Let Fear Have All The Fun with Author Monique MalcolmShow notes: https://www.tamihackbarth.com/blog/episode-170 This week on the 100% Guilt-Free Self-Care podcast I interviewed Don’t Let Fear Have All the Fun author Monique Malcolm. We talked about how fear gets in the way of our dreams. It can show up as procrastination, perfectionism, or feeling stuck and it keeps us from taking action toward our dreams. Monique shared her non-negotiable practices that help her take imperfect action every day toward her big life goals. You don’t want to miss it. You can find all the episodes and show note...2023-03-091h 03100% Guilt-Free Self-CareEP 170: Don’t Let Fear Have All The Fun with Author Monique MalcolmShow notes: https://www.tamihackbarth.com/blog/episode-170 This week on the 100% Guilt-Free Self-Care podcast I interviewed Don’t Let Fear Have All the Fun author Monique Malcolm. We talked about how fear gets in the way of our dreams. It can show up as procrastination, perfectionism, or feeling stuck and it keeps us from taking action toward our dreams. Monique shared her non-negotiable practices that help her take imperfect action every day toward her big life goals. You don’t want to miss it. You can find all the episodes and show note...2023-03-091h 03
Take Tiny ActionIntroducing the Take Tiny Action PodcastIn this episode, we meet Monique Malcolm, the host of the Take Tiny Action Podcast. Monique introduces herself and shares how she discovered the power of taking tiny actions to bring about big changes.The mission of the Take Tiny Action Podcast is to inspire and motivate listeners to take small, achievable steps towards their goals, and to help them see that even the smallest of actions can bring about massive transformation in their lives.Tune in to learn why taking tiny action is the key to unlocking your full potential and living the life...2023-03-0803 min
Take Tiny ActionIntroducing the Take Tiny Action PodcastIn this episode, we meet Monique Malcolm, the host of the Take Tiny Action Podcast. Monique introduces herself and shares how she discovered the power of taking tiny actions to bring about big changes.The mission of the Take Tiny Action Podcast is to inspire and motivate listeners to take small, achievable steps toward their goals and to help them see that even the smallest of actions can bring about a massive transformation in their lives.Tune in to learn why taking tiny action is the key to unlocking your full potential and living the...2023-02-0903 min
Take Tiny Action3 Things To Focus On During Times Of CrisisWhat can we actually do during a time of crisis? How do we carry on when it feels like the world is falling apart? In this episode of 100 Tiny Actions, I’m sharing 3 actions to focus on during a time of personal or global crisis. Hopefully, you can add these as helpful strategies to your personal your toolbox. I did want to give a trigger warning: I will be talking about my brother’s death. If that is upsetting to you, you might want to sit this episode out. Listen in to learn more. Show...2022-03-0215 min
The Hawk Vision PodcastMonique Malcolm- How To Get Past The Jargon Of EntrepreneurshipThis week’s visionary, Monique Malcolm is an extremely successful business coach that helps overwhelmed entrepreneurs grow their income. As you’ll hear in this episode, Monique’s refreshing approach to help business owners is a potent, yet sweet mix of life experience, listening and fog removal. Rather you’re working a 9-5 and launching your own business, or you’re fully engulfed as a veteran entrepreneur, there are several hurdles mental and physical barriers to our success. Monique teaches how to Pimp Your Brilliance. Her formulas to create actual/functional revenue strategies are second to none, and in this episo...2021-06-1452 min
Lunch with BiggieMonique Malcolm: The Importance of creating a digital product, The Visionary Journal, to becoming a resource to others, Pimp Your Brilliance PodcastI got to spend my lunch break with Monique Malcolm, owner of The Visionary Journal, and host of Pimp Your Brilliance Podcast, a podcast for solopreneurs who want to monetize their brilliance!
I spoke to Monique about how she started with a clothing brand and then transitioned to doing and selling digital products, as well as, creating and mass producing a Visionary Journal. She started a podcast and became a resource for others as a Business Coach and created the Brilliance Lounge. We spoke about the issues people deal with when starting a new business; about being a r...2021-06-0144 min
Take Tiny Action112: 3 Ways Help Boost The Visibility Of Your Creative NeighborsToday I want to take a different spin on visibility. Most of the conversations on visibility center around boosting our own visibility but what about our creative neighbors? How are we supporting and boosting the visibility of others? Here’s the thing: No creative entrepreneur is truly self made. Think about it. We’ve all benefited from the kindness and generosity of other content creators and creative business owners sharing their insights and knowledge. That’s what has made the internet such an amazing resource. Creatives of all backgrounds and knowledge levels continue to share resour...2021-05-1921 min
The Simplifiers PodcastHow to systemize your business - with Monique MalcolmWhat does it mean to systemize your business? Great question… it’s all about automating the recurring tasks, creating structure where there is chaos, and ultimately, doing less. Doesn’t that sound nice? Well, it’s totally possible and all within your grasp, too. My special guest today is Monique Malcolm and she’s simplifying how to systemize your business. If you’re feeling like you’re constantly spinning your wheels and pulling late nights to get everything accomplished, it’s time to level up and put in place a few systems and processes. We break it all down for you...2020-11-2445 min
Take Tiny Action5 Types of Emails To Send To Your SubscribersYour emails are an opportunity for your brand to build trust and show your expertise. This allows subscribers to get to know, like, and trust you more. Simply put people buy from people they like. The problem is that most creative entrepreneurs aren’t sending enough emails. They spend a lot of energy creating lead magnets and trying to grow a massive list but drop the ball when it’s time to actually hit send. One common reason creative business owners aren’t sending more emails is that they’re not sure what they should send. I...2020-08-1918 min
Take Tiny ActionThe 4 Elements Of An Effective Lead MagnetEmail is not dead! In fact, it’s still one of the best ways to build relationships with your audience and convert them to buyers. Unfortunately, email marketing is one area that creative business owners overlook or just flat out neglect. If you don’t already have a lead magnet to entice potential subscribers we are going to change that. Before you think about what type of lead magnet to create, I want to share the 4 elements that make an effective lead magnet. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/89 Links: 2020-08-1218 min
Take Tiny ActionMy 5 Favorite Books About MindsetHow's your mindset? If you strive to continue growing as a creative entrepreneur, you'll have to upgrade your belief system every time you reach a new level. Mindset work is an ongoing process. Luckily, there are plenty of books on the subject. In this episode, I'm sharing my 5 favorite books about mindset. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/88 Links: Take the FREE info products quiz - pimpyourbrilliance.com/quiz Follow me on Instagram - @pimpyourbrilliance Learn more about PYB - pimpyourbrilliance.com 2020-07-1519 min
Take Tiny ActionYour Personal Invitation To Join The Brilliance LoungeToday is launch day! The doors to the Brilliance Lounge have reopened and I want to personally invite you to become a member. Learn more about the membership: brilliancelounge.com Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/87 Links: Take the FREE info products quiz - pimpyourbrilliance.com/quiz Follow me on Instagram - @pimpyourbrilliance Learn more about PYB - pimpyourbrilliance.com 2020-07-0116 min
Take Tiny ActionHow to Create & Sell An Info Product Using Only Free ToolsIt takes money to make money but that doesn't mean you can't get started for free. In this episode, I'm sharing free tools that you can use to create and sell your info products. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/86 Links: Take the FREE info products quiz - pimpyourbrilliance.com/quiz Follow me on Instagram - @pimpyourbrilliance Learn more about PYB - pimpyourbrilliance.com 2020-06-2422 min
Take Tiny Action4 Myths That Are Holding You Back In Your Creative BusinessWe all have our BS (belief systems). Some of those thoughts and beliefs aren't helping us grow but instead, they are holding us back. More than ever we need leaders. We need people to step into the things that they were called to do. In this episode, I'm talking about the 4 myths that are holding you back in your creative business and what you can do about it. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/85 Links: Take the FREE info products quiz - pimpyourbrilliance.com/quiz Follow me on Instagram - @pimpyourbrilliance 2020-06-1729 min
Take Tiny ActionPreparing For Your First Product Launch With Beth Anne SchwambergerToday I’m chatting with Beth Anne Schwamberger of Brilliant Business Moms about how to prepare for your first product launch. She has launched everything from a physical planner to digital classes to a Facebook Ads Intensive. Beth Anne is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to planning a successful launch. In this episode, Beth Anne covers everything from giving yourself enough time to plan, the phases of a launch, and the different types of content you should create to engage your audience. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/84 Important Links: Wa...2020-04-1541 min
Take Tiny Action5 Ways To Find Focus While Social DistancingToday I want to address the huge elephant in the room, the COVID-19 pandemic aka the Rona. Over the past few weeks, it has completely turned everything upside down. There's a lot of fear and uncertainty swirling around as we adjust to this new normal. Our homes are now office spaces, schools, entertainment complexes, gyms, restaurants and a place to rest our heads at the end of the day. It's a lot. This new duality in our spaces can cause our already dwindling attention spans to plummet even further. I know many of us are...2020-04-0124 min
Take Tiny ActionSystems & Productivity For Solopreneurs With Auntee RikIn today's episode, I'm chatting with Rikki - of AunteeRik.com about systems and productivity for solopreneurs. This is a topic that I come back to quite a bit because I receive a lot of questions about how to be more productive as a small or solo biz owner. A bit about Rikki or Auntee Rik as she is known on the internet: As the biz organizeher™, Rikki takes business owners from stressed & shrinking to cool, calm & collecting their coins, through tightening up processes, policies and productivity. She is also the creator of the Biz org...2020-03-1837 min
Take Tiny ActionHow I Paid Off $34k In Debt In 14 MonthsDid you know that the average American household carries thousands of dollars in credit card debt? Unfortunately, I found myself exactly in that situation with more credit card debt than I could stomach. Over the course of 14 months, I managed to pay off all of my credit cards a whopping $34,000. In this episode, I'm sharing how I amassed so much debt and the simple rules I followed to pay it off. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/81 Important Links: Follow me on Instagram - @pimpyourbrilliance Learn more about...2020-03-0428 min
Take Tiny Action4 Ways To Validate A Product IdeaSo you have a great idea for a product. Amazing! You're bursting with excitement because you know this is going to be 'the thing' that helps your business take off. Well, let’s pause for a minute. Coming up with ideas for new products can be both challenging and fun. But before you run to your computer to buy the domain name, you need to complete a very critical step… validating your product idea. In this episode of Pimp Your Brilliance, learn 4 ways to validate your next product idea so you don’t waste...2020-02-1916 min
Take Tiny ActionThe 9 Best Digital Products To Sell In 2020Digital product sales continue to gain popularity amongst creative entrepreneurs because there’s a lower barrier to entry and they’re easier to produce than physical products. I think every creative whether you’re established or just starting out should have a digital product in their offerings. In this episode, I’m sharing my top picks for the best digital products to create in 2020. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/79 Important Links: Follow me on Instagram -@pimpyourbrilliance Learn more about PYB -pimpyourbrilliance.com2020-02-0521 min
Take Tiny Action6 Must-Have Systems For Your Creative BusinessSince the Pimp Your Productivity Challenge starts in a few days, I wanted to talk a bit more about exactly what a system is and why it is useful. In this episode, I share 6 must-have systems for your creative business + a few tools to help you streamline things. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/78 Important Links: Follow me on Instagram - @pimpyourbrilliance Learn more about PYB - pimpyourbrilliance.com 2020-01-1523 min
Take Tiny ActionHow To Have Your Best Year EverAre you feeling those New Year vibes yet? Show Notes - https://pimpyourbrilliance.com/77 -- Register for the Pimp Your Productivity challenge. Over the course of 5 days, I'm going to help you get a handle on the various tasks your business requires to function, get your processes locked down and get your project management system up and running. The challenge starts on January 20th, 2020. Register today by visiting https://pimpyourbrilliance.com/productive/ 2020-01-0130 min
Take Tiny Action9 Ways To Prepare Your Creative Business For The New YearHave you started to prepare your creative business for 2020 yet? Now that it’s November, I've been thinking about how I can prepare my business for the new year in a way that feels manageable. Right now is the perfect time to work on those overlooked tasks like cleaning up and organizing your businesses backend. In this episode, I'm sharing 9 simple ways to prepare your creative business for the new year. Each of these items is actionable and should take you no longer than 30 to 45 minutes to complete. These are quick wins that will help you...2019-11-1327 min
Take Tiny ActionHow To Craft Your Yearly PlanI love sitting down to plan and with the year coming to a close so quickly, I thought now would be the perfect time to share a few ways to prepare for the new year. I like to start planning the new year in November. I know some people don't want to rush the year and start their planning process so early, but as the holiday season ramps up it gets harder to make time for it. I have found in previous years that by the time January rolls around if I didn't have a...2019-10-3021 min
Take Tiny ActionReal Talk- Your Plan Isn’t The ProblemDo you ever feel that no matter how well you plan you’re still making little progress in your creative business? It’s frustrating, isn’t it?! Real talk... your plan isn’t the problem. It’s resistance. In this episode, we’re going to talk about how resistance shows up in our creative activity and a few things you can do to break through it. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/74 Important Links: Follow me on Instagram - @pimpyourbrilliance Learn more about PYB - pimpyourbrilliance.com Beco...2019-10-0219 min
Take Tiny ActionBuilding A Quirky Brand With Bryanda LawBryanda Law is the Founder & CEO of Quirktastic - an online community for geeks, nerds, free spirits and the anime obsessed. Their mission is to make the fandom industry more reflective of our diverse society. So her team creates spaces for women and people of color who have interests other than the ones the world automatically places on them. Bryanda's latest venture the Quirktastic App is helping self-proclaimed geeks find each other and connect. The app also helped her snag a spot in Snap, Inc's (aka Snapchat) Yellow Accelerator. In this episode, Bryanda shares how s...2019-09-1843 min
Take Tiny ActionHow To Pitch Yourself For PodcastsToday I'm talking about how to pitch yourself for podcasts. I’ve been wanting to do this episode for months. I'm coming from the perspective of someone who both runs a show and is actively pitching themselves to be featured on other people's podcasts. Podcasts are growing. The industry is booming right now. There is an increased interest in audio and podcast content. All of the major players are getting into it. Google is indexing podcasts in search results. Spotify has acquired anchor and is making a push to be the biggest player in the game. So...2019-09-0428 min
Take Tiny ActionThoughts On Crafting A Life You Love With Amy TanSmall business owner, proud mama, and hand lettering enthusiast, Amy Tan is the founder of Amy Tangerine, a brand fully committed to providing creatives with the tools and space to see the bright, shiny side of life. In her day-to-day, Amy makes sweet online content as well as top-end products designed to promote a colorful, positive message. You can meet Amy at the intersection of creativity, passion, and purpose. In this episode, Amy shares how finding a creative outlet as a teen helped her craft a life she loved, how she pivoted from t-shirt designer to scrapbooking...2019-08-2151 min
Take Tiny Action4 Tips To Overcome Burnout In Your Creative BusinessAt some point, every creative has to deal with burnout. It's very common, especially amongst those of us wearing all the hats in pursuit of our passions and work that we love. What do you do when you’re burnout and struggling to find your way back? In this episode of Pimp Your Brilliance, I’m sharing my best 4 tips to overcome burnout. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/70 The Visionary Journal™ is a day planner with vision. Encompassing everything you need to successfully achieve your goals, it seamlessly blends goal setting, visualization, planning your day to day...2019-08-0724 min
Take Tiny ActionShare Your Story And Self Publish A Book With Jennifer VasselJennifer Vassel is the author and founder of “I Am Unique!” - a children’s book series and self-love brand aimed to inspire girls and women to rise above their insecurities and share their unique gifts with the world. In this episode, Jennifer shares how she turned an insecurity into a self-love brand, her writing process and why you should share your story even if you’re afraid. The Brilliance Lounge is open to new members! In a few weeks, I'm going to be releasing my new course Pimp Your Idea: Plan, Cre...2019-07-1740 min
Take Tiny ActionRevisting Maya Elious on Content, Boundaries And Making An ImpactIn this rebroadcast, Monique sits down with personal branding strategist Maya Elious, to discuss content creation, the importance of setting boundaries and how she plans to impact 1,000 women. The Brilliance Lounge is open to new members! In a few weeks, I'm going to be releasing my new course Pimp Your Idea: Plan, Create And Sell Your First Digital Product. Members of The Brilliance Lounge get first dibs (Psst! It's included in the membership)! You can join right now for only $30 a month. Join The Brilliance Lounge Get The...2019-07-1032 min
Take Tiny ActionThe Difference Between A Blog, A Brand, And A Business ModelOne mistake that many creatives are making is thinking that their blog is their business model. I get plenty of emails from people asking about how to start a blog but very few ask me how to create or sell an actual product or service. In this episode, I'm breaking down the difference between a blog, a brand, and a business model + which one you should be focused on. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/68 The Brilliance Lounge is open to new members! In a few weeks, I'm going to be releasing m...2019-07-0334 min
Take Tiny ActionSystemize Your Creative Business With Jordan GillWant to be more efficient in your business? Well, you're in luck because this week I'm talking with Operations Consultant Jordan Gill. Jordan helps seasonal business owners (wedding planners, tax professionals, LSAT tutors, etc…) streamline their business backend. In this episode, Jordan shares how she went from 0 clients to booked in six weeks, the systems that she could not live without and her unique supportive business model. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/67 The Brilliance Lounge is open to new members! In a few weeks, I'm going to be releasing my new cou...2019-06-1953 min
Take Tiny ActionLearning The Art Of Money With Bari Tessler Bari Tessler Linden, M.A., is a Financial Therapist, Mentor Coach, Mama-preneur, and the Founder of The Art of Money. She has guided thousands of people to new, empowered, and refreshingly honest relationships with money through her nurturing, body-centered approach. In this episode, I chat with Bari about why money is never just about the money. Show Notes - https://pimpyourbrilliance.com/66 I have a brand new resource for you called Find Your Genius Zone. If you're stuck trying to figure out what skills or talents you can monetize or what exa...2019-06-1254 min
Take Tiny ActionOrganize Your Life To Make Time For Your Passion With Nache SnowNache’ Snow is a designer, maker, and podcaster. Through the years she’s sold her handmade goods via Etsy, Shopify, and at farmers markets (all while having a fulltime job). She also loves to blog, teach and make videos. Her website NacheSnow.com is a resource website that helps crafters, makers, and creatives pursue their passion by arming them with the best advice about productivity, journaling, and running a creative business so they can effectively accomplish their dreams. In this episode, Nache' is sharing her philosophy for productivity and her best advice for organizing your life to make time for...2019-06-0546 min
Take Tiny ActionGet Your Finances In Order With Iyanna VaughnIyanna Vaughn is the owner & founder of the bookkeeping firm, Lovely Financials Group. She helps women-led empires make and manage their money to fund the lifestyle of their dreams. Running Lovely Financials Group for the past 3 years has allowed Iyanna to understand businesses in their 1st steps to those surpassing 7 figures. Iyanna strives to bridge the gap of financial empowerment for all women entrepreneurs. In this episode of Pimp Your Brilliance, Iyanna breaks down some of the most common money mistakes that new creative entrepreneurs make, shares ways to simplify your money management to eliminate overwhelm and gives her...2019-05-2946 min
Take Tiny ActionHow To Know When It's Time To Pivot In Your Creative BizThere comes a time in every creative business where things just don't seem to be working as well as they used to. It's during these times when you have to decide whether you lean in, pivot or quit. In today's episode, I'm sharing how I knew it was time to pivot, a major decision I've recently made for my brand and where that leaves things going forward. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/63 Important Links: Follow me on Instagram - @pimpyourbrilliance Learn more about me - pimpyourbrilliance.com Join The Brilliance Lounge 2019-05-2228 min
Take Tiny ActionProductivity For Busy Creatives With Lori RochinoLori Rochino stumbled upon podcasting two years ago and has been hooked since. She created Simply Designed Life Podcast for entrepreneurs who want to simplify their busy lives in order to make room for the things that matter. As a podcasting and productivity coach, Lori knows a thing or two about how to get stuff done. In this episode, she shares her best tips for being productive as a busy creative. Show Notes - pimpyourbrilliance.com/62 The Visionary Journal™ is a day planner with vision. Encompassing everything you need to successfully achieve your goals, it seam...2019-05-1648 min
Take Tiny Action3 Powerful Ways To Level Up Your MindsetOn a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate your mindset? Mindset work is often overlooked but it's important whether you're running a creative business or just trying to achieve a goal. Your mindset and readiness to believe an outcome is possible for you directly effects the level of success you’ll experience. In this episode, I’m sharing 3 powerful ways to level up your mindset. Show notes - keepchasingthestars.com/61 This episode is brought to you by Star Chasers United is a private membership for women entrepreneurs who want accountability & epic support while building their creative busi...2019-05-0829 minTake Tiny ActionUnproductive Habits That Are Keeping Your Stuck And Stagnant (Rebroadcast)Are your habits and mindset getting in your way? Are they stopping you from moving forward with an idea? Our problems aren’t always a lack of information, sometimes we are the roadblock. Many times we aren’t even aware of it. In this episode, I share 5 unproductive habits that are keeping you stuck, stagnant and not taking action. Show Notes - https://www.keepchasingthestars.com/m18 2019-05-0119 min
Take Tiny ActionSpring Clean Your Life & Biz Live From CraftcationToday’s episode of Pimp Your Brilliance is extra special because it was partially recorded during a podcasting workshop that I taught at Craftcation: Business + Makers Conference. I asked for volunteers from the audience to offer their best tips for Spring cleaning their lives and business. Thankfully, I had 7 brave ladies step up to the mic and this episode is a result of this collaboration. I’m literally so giddy listen to the audio because this was a fun change of format for me. All of the participants' details are below and I hope you’ll look them up...2019-04-1710 min
Take Tiny Action6 Steps To Get Your Goals Back On TrackSometimes despite our best intentions, things just do not go as planned. We start the year super motivated but end up sidetracked or completely abandoning our plans. So what do you do when that happens? You fix it, of course! This week, I’m sharing 6 steps to get your goals back on track after a rough quarter. Show Notes- www.keepchasingthestars.com/58 Join Star Chasers United - A private membership for side hustlers and creative entrepreneurs who want to crush their goals with structured accountability and community support. Become a member by v...2019-04-0329 min
Take Tiny ActionProcrastination, Productivity & Organizing Your Time (Listener Q&A)In this episode of Pimp Your Brilliance, I’m answering questions from the PYB community about procrastination, productivity and how to better organize your time. Show notes - keepchasingthestars.com/57 Plan Your Productive Week Challenge Join this FREE 5-day email challenge to learn a simple system for planning your most productive week so that you can start executing your ideas quickly. Register at keepchasingthestars.com/productive2019-03-2740 min
Take Tiny ActionStart A Handmade Business With Danielle SpurgeDanielle Spurge is a maker and craft business educator. Through her work at The Merriweather Council, she teaches creative people how to turn their crafty tendencies into profits. Danielle aims to inspire and support makers in business and share insights from her 8+ years of experience selling handmade work online and working with hundreds of students to do the same. In this episode of Pimp Your brilliance, Danielle shares her insights on using Etsy as a marketing tool, competitively pricing your products, overcoming social media overwhelm and how to stand out as a new seller. 2019-03-2054 min
Take Tiny ActionWhat No One Tells You About Time ManagementThe most important lesson that I have learned about time management that no one tells you. This always makes me remember the most important lesson that I have learned about time management and productivity. Surprisingly, it’s something people rarely talk about and no one ever tells you. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why there is no such thing as time management Two things you should be focused on instead A simple technique that will help you learn how to focus Good habits that you need to put into play AS...2019-03-1321 min
Take Tiny ActionCreate A Career You Love With Kimberly CummingsHow would you like to have a career that you love? The idea of creating a career that you love isn’t far fetched. It’s completely possible to do without starting your own business. This week’s guest, career and leadership development expert Kimberly B. Cummings is the founder of Manifest Yourself, a company that provides in-person and virtual workshops, training, coaching, and resources to women and people of color looking to lead a dynamic career and life. In this episode of Pimp Your brilliance, Kimberly dishes on...2019-03-0649 min
Take Tiny ActionLaunch Your YouTube Channel With Xayli BarclayThis is part 4 of the Fear Less series. Are you using video to grow your creative business? The majority of us are not even though we know that we should. Video is one of the fastest ways to gain an audience that knows, likes and trusts us. So it’s time to add video to our content arsenal. That’s why I invited video expert XayLi Barclay back on to the show to help us get over our fear of being on camera and get our YouTube channels launched. In this episode, she shares how to g...2019-02-2745 min
Take Tiny ActionLaunch Your Blog With Sarah MorganThis is part 3 of the Fear Less series. If I had a dollar for every time some told me that they wanted to start a blog, I could stop working. Seriously, it isn’t an exaggeration. Lots of people still want to launch their blogs and those same people are really afraid to do so. Today on Pimp Your brilliance, I have Sarah Morgan of XOSarah.com. Sarah Morgan is an Emmy Award-winning digital strategist who’s been blogging and building websites since age 13. She has built a career around helping bloggers and other small busi...2019-02-2044 min
Take Tiny ActionPlan and Host Your First Event With Siobhan SudberryThis is part 2 of the Fear Less series. Have you dreamed of hosting your own in-person workshops, classes, and meetups for your community? Well, you’re in luck because I have Siobhan Sudberry of Be Free Project as our guest expert on hosting your own events. After planning and hosting over 20 events in 2019, Siobhan has learned what it takes to make an event enticing enough to sell out. In this episode, she shares the story of her first event, how to find a low-cost venue and three things that you can put...2019-02-1350 min
Take Tiny ActionIgnite Your Speaking Career With Amber WrightIf you dream of speaking at events but you’re too afraid to get started, this episode was made for you. I have my biz bestie Amber Wright back on the show today. Amber is a Communications Expert and highly sought after speaker. She is the perfect person to kick off my Fear Less Series by teaching you how to you ignite your speaking career. In this episode we’re sharing our individual speaking journeys, practical ways to get started speaking at the conference level and how you can put some action behind your dreams of be...2019-02-0651 min
Take Tiny ActionHow To Plan Your WeekLike you, I have a list of things that I would love to accomplish this year and a life that often feels like it’s bursting at the seams with all of the things left for me to complete. It’s a little overwhelming, to say the least. That’s why I spend 20 minutes every week planning and organizing the chaos. If you really want to maximize your productivity and check those boxes next to your goals, you have to learn how to plan your week. In this episode, I’m sharing my foolproof...2019-01-3025 min
Take Tiny ActionThe 4 Essential Parts Of A Goal Action PlanNow that we’re officially several weeks into 2019, how are your goals looking? The shiny appeal of setting goals new goals against the clean slate of a new year is wearing off. This is when the reality that it is time to get to work begins to set in. Setting a S.M.A.R.T goal is the easy part. It gets much harder once we realize that we need a plan for achieving that goal. That’s what today’s podcast episode is about. There are 4 essential parts that you must have if you wa...2019-01-2321 min
Take Tiny ActionHow To Set S.M.A.R.T Goals The Right WayHere we are at the start of 2019 and you know what's on everyone's mind? Goals!Big goals. Little goals. Impossible goals. We are all thinking about what we want to accomplish during this next trip around the sun. A few weeks ago, I had this aha moment about how we approach SMART goal setting and in some instances, we may be unintentionally setting ourselves up to fail. That's the inspiration behind today's episode.So let's talk SMART goals. Show Notes- www.keepchasingthestars.com/47 Join the #ProcrastinationDetox Challenge to learn why you procrastinate, simple strategies to...2019-01-0921 min
Take Tiny Action2018 In Review- The Highs, Lows & What’s NextThis is the final episode of 2018! I can’t believe we are staring down a shiny new year already. I believe strongly in closing out the previous year in order to fully embrace the year ahead. So I thought would be fun to reflect on some of the highlights of this past year, as well as talk about areas that could use some improvement. Curious about what my top 5 things are for 2018? Press play and give this episode a listen. Show Notes- www.keepchasingthestars.com/46 This episode is brought to...2018-12-1938 min
Take Tiny ActionHow To Make Your Vision Board More EffectiveToday we're talking about vision boards! Since the year is winding down, it seems like the perfect time to share a few ways that you can make your vision board more effective. However, I want to point out that you can make a vision board at any time of year. There’s no shortage of vision board articles dishing out advice about how to create a vision board. Most of them focus exclusively on how to create the actual board. In this episode of Pimp Your Brilliance, I’m sharing my 2 cents on what makes a vi...2018-12-1226 min
Take Tiny Action3 Key Areas That You Need To Master To Achieve Your Goals Next YearWhat kind of success are you dreaming about for next year? Maybe you’d like to finally launch that business or tackle a goal that has been on your someday list for too long. We all want to experience more success, but have you considered what really needs to happen in order to achieve it? I’ve been doing a lot of one on one work lately and I’ve pinpointed 3 key areas that you need to master in order to successfully achieve your goals next year. It’s probably not what you think. In this epi...2018-12-0529 min
Take Tiny ActionOvercoming Creative Blocks And Art Licensing With Jeanetta GonzalesJeanetta Gonzales is a Los Angeles-based designer and artist. A lover of pattern, color, and design she works as a surface designer, graphic designer, and illustrator. With degrees in fine art and graphic design, she began her career as a graphic designer working in design firms and corporate companies such as WedMD, Mattel and The Disney Store. She later parlayed her digital and fine art skills into surface design working as a textile designer and style guide designer for consumer products. In this episode, Jeanetta shares how she got started as a graphic designer after obtaining a...2018-11-2852 min
Take Tiny ActionSimple Ways To Plan For A Productive & Stress-Free Holiday SeasonToday I want to share a few simples ways to survive the holidays while still being productive and stress-free. Let's face it, the holiday season can be rough. I start feeling a shift in my energy around October and by the time we make it to November I'm ready to tap out. I always push through those feelings and try to keep the same pace through December which leaves me exhausted and burnt out come January. This then leads to feeling guilty about not starting the year with a bang. It's a crazy...2018-11-1421 min
Take Tiny ActionLive Your Best Life Through Human Design With Aycee BrownAycee Brown is a Human Design Expert, the founder of Goodnight Darling Co, as well as a life and business strategist who helps people thrive and find financial success based on their aura type. She guides her clients through the process of transitioning from doing life by the book to following their guts in every aspect of living. In this episode, Aycee introduces us to the concept of Human Design and how you can live your best life by applying your human design strategy. SHOW NOTES- keepchasingthestars.com/41 This episode is brought to you by the Visionary...2018-11-0744 min
Take Tiny ActionBecome A More Confident Writer With Alexandra FranzenAlexandra Franzen is a copywriter and writing coach, helping clients to develop podcasts, videos, websites, pitches, proposals, books, and other projects. She writes an amazing newsletter to share inspiring true stories, writing and creativity tips, positivity, encouragement, and motivation to pursue your goals. In this episode of Pimp Your Brilliance, Alex shares how she got started as a writer, growing her business despite not being on social media and 3 ways to be a more confident writer. This episode is brought to you by the Visionary Journal. The Visionary Journal™ is a day planner with vision. En...2018-10-3155 min
Take Tiny ActionMy Creative Process- How I Created The Fear GuideFor the last handful of months, you may have heard me mention my short book The Fear Guide. Today I want to give you a backstage pass into my creative process. I’m going to walk you through what goes on when I get an idea. If you've ever been curious about how I go from idea to completed product this is the episode for you. SHOW NOTES- keepchasingthestars.com/39 This episode is brought to you by my booklet The Fear Guide- Silence Your Fear And Take Action. If...2018-10-2423 min
Take Tiny Action4 Ways To Simplify Your Marketing with Kyla RomaKyla is a Canadian business coach and digital strategist who's worked behind the scenes in hundreds of businesses, from six-figure brands to one woman shops. She helps business owners make their brands irresistible, profitable & simple to run so their businesses aren't just successful, their work is measurable and feels amazing. In this episode of Pimp Your Brilliance, Kyla shares how she structured her business around her life and family, how to give yourself permission to be human while moving forward in your business, and 4 ways to simplify your marketing. SHOW NOTES- keepchasingthestars.com/38 This episode...2018-10-171h 02
Take Tiny ActionFinding Your Passion Through Tiny Actions"Every big thing in life is done through a series of tiny actions." Today's episode is inspired by a conversation that I had with my mom about how to find your passion. If I had a dollar for everytime this conversation came up I would be rich. Contrary to what most people believe, you won't find your passion sitting around thinking about it. Finding your passion is not a passive activity. It requires action! A lot of it. But you don't have to make huge commitments or dive in deep right away. You can...2018-10-1033 min
Take Tiny Action3 Key Ways To Improve Your Relationships In Business And In Life With Kate KenfieldKate Kenfield is a speaker, writer, and empathy educator based in Melbourne, Australia. Her workshops, talks, and writing seek to improve people’s emotional literacy, whether in a professional or personal context. Kate has also developed a unique set of cards that she calls Tea & Empathy. She has used these cards in trainings that have helped doctors, students, activists, and many others to better understand and talk about feelings in a practical and non-confrontational way. In this episode of Pimp Your Brilliance, Kate talks about how she became an empathy educator, the importance of self-care, an...2018-10-0350 min
Take Tiny ActionWhat's On The Other Side Of Your Fear?In this episode, I share my snorkeling story and how that parallels to the entrepreneurial journey. Often times we are so focused on our fear that we will risk missing out on an amazing opportunity to avoid feeling a little discomfort. Show Notes: keepchasingthestars.com/35 This episode is sponsored by The Visionary Journal. A goal setting guide, mini vision board, and day planner that helps you break your goals into actionable steps that you can integrate into your daily life. You start with the big picture areas of your life that you’...2018-09-2623 min
Take Tiny ActionAsk For More out of life with Kathlyn HartKathlyn Hart is a salary negotiation coach and a motivational speaker who supports ambitious women to dream big, live boldly and earn more. Through her salary negotiation boot camp “Be Brave Get Paid,” which has helped women increase their income by an average of $15,000, she teaches underpaid women how to confidently own their worth and ask for more. Kathlyn is also the host of The Big Leap Show podcast, where she interviews entrepreneurial women about their journey from dreaming to doing. In this episode of Pimp Your Brilliance, Kat shares how she quit her job to travel the...2018-09-1950 min
Take Tiny ActionHow To Get Your Work Out To More People (Listener Q&A)This week on Pimp Your Brilliance, Monique & Amber answer their very first listener question! Longtime Keep Chasing the Stars supporter and young adult author, Anastasia Bolinder asks: “How can she get her books out to more people?” Learning how to market your work is something that every small business has to figure out. Even though we’re talking about marketing books, many of the tips shared in this episode can be applied to other types of businesses. Show Notes: keepchasingthestars.com/33 This episode is sponsored by The Visionary Journal. A...2018-09-1234 min
Take Tiny Action3 Ways To Gain Clarity Around What You Want With Siobhan SudberrySiobhan Sudberry is a Clarity Cultivator, founder of BeFree Project and host of the podcast Girl Be Free. She teaches women how to get unstuck, gain clarity and cultivate the life they desire on their terms. She’s passionate about empowering women and encouraging them to show up for themselves and take action. In this episode, Siobhan talks about how to start doing "self-work", why women feel guilty about putting themselves first, and 3 ways you can gain clarity around what you want. Show Notes: keepchasingthestars.com/32 This episode is sponsored by The Launch Pa...2018-09-0539 min
Take Tiny Action5 Signs You’re Ready To Hire A CoachThere comes a time in every creatives' journey when they need additional support and guidance. Is it time to hire a coach? In this episode, I share 5 signs that it might be time to hire a coach. Show Notes: keepchasingthestars.com/31 This episode is sponsored by The Launch Pad. This 8-week group coaching program is only open for enrollment through Friday, September 7th. Gain clarity in the direction of your business, get clear on your messaging, and figure out your next steps in a supportive and powerful community. Check out the details and see if...2018-08-2914 min
Take Tiny Action3 Steal-Worthy Habits That Will Support Your Business With Sarah Von BargenSarah Von Bargen is the writer behind the clever and witty blog Yes and Yes, where she helps people put their money, time, and energy where their happiness is (instead of wasting it on throw pillows and Netflix binges). She's also the creator of Bank Boost and Make It Stick Habit School and her work has been featured in places like Forbes, Elle, Lifehacker, and Glamour magazine. In this episode, Sarah shares how she got started blogging, why she’s running her business 100% wrong, and 3 steal-worthy habits that support her business2018-08-2244 min
Take Tiny Action3 Key Components Of Asking For What You Want With Cyndie SpiegelCYNDIE SPIEGEL is a Brooklyn-based small business consultant, coach, and TEDx speaker. She is also the founder of The Collective (of Us), a small business accelerator for women and The Community (of Us), an online hub for conversation and change-making community. She is on a mission to empower 100,000 women to build BOLD businesses and conversations by the year 2020. Her straight talk and visionary perspective on creating women-owned businesses, overcoming imposter complex and embracing fear; inspire women globally to build bold, profitable businesses. In this episode, Cyndie gets fir...2018-08-1543 min
Take Tiny Action5 Signs You're In Need Of A Social Media DetoxI used to be a die-hard "You need social media to run an online business" person but lately, I'm over it. I've found myself trying to prove that you don't need social media as much as you think you do. I realize that this thought process is at complete at odds with most of the information found online but hear me out. There are other more important tasks in your business and ways to grow beyond a social network. In this episode, I share why I quit Instagram and 5 signs that you're in need of a social media detox.2018-08-0823 minTake Tiny Action6 Ways To Finish The Year Strong (Rebroadcast)My grandma has this saying about September. She says, "If you let September catch you without a plan, then you might as well get ready to start saying "Happy New Year" in two weeks." I totally agree. Once September starts the holiday season rolls in and it’s a nonstop roller-coaster ride until we hit New Year’s Day. Don’t let the holiday slump catch you. If you own a creative business, it’s important that you get your second wind and finish the year strong. In this episode, I’m sharing 6 ways that you can en...2018-07-2519 minTake Tiny ActionLeaving The Safety Net Of Your Salary To Pursue Art With Christa David Myers (Rebroadcast)Christa David is a mixed media artist fusing the mediums of painting, collage, and assemblage to discuss themes of faith, power, politics, and identity. In September 2016, after years of “making art in the cracks” (nights and weekends) alongside her demanding work as a senior public health researcher, she took a leap of faith into making art full-time. In this episode, we discuss why Christa left her six-figure salary to pursue art, how to evaluate your life situation to decide if taking the leap is right for you, marketing yourself as a full-time artist and avoiding the comparison bug...2018-07-1846 minTake Tiny ActionCreativity, Crafting and Authenticity with Twinkie Chan (Rebroadcast)Twinkie Chan is an online personality, Youtuber and crochet designer. She is best known for her cute food-themed crochet accessories like cupcake scarves, hamburger mitts, and hot dog purses. In this episode, we discuss how Twinkie Chan got started as a crocheter, why she decided to create food-themed accessories and how she has achieved such longevity in the online handmade industry. (Original broadcast date June 7, 2017) Show Notes- https://www.keepchasingthestars.com/3.2018-07-1142 minTake Tiny ActionFinding Success Without Expectation With Amber Kemp-Gerstel (Rebroadcast)An interview with Amber Kemp-Gerstel of Damask Love. We discuss how she transitioned her passion project into her full-time gig. Amber is very candid and shares openly about her first paid DIY opportunity, how she transitioned from child psychologist to full-time blogger and the key to making blogging a sustainable career. (Original broadcast date: May 10, 2017) Show notes available at keepchasingthestars.com/1 2018-07-0436 min
Take Tiny ActionBetter Content Creation - Part 4 - 7 Ways To Repurpose & Remix Your Content This is part 4 of the Better Content Creation series. So far we've discussed the anatomy of great content, how to brainstorm content ideas and two ways to streamline your content creation. In this final episode of the series, I want to share 7 ways to repurpose and remix your content. By now you should have your content ideas and you may be creating them with more ease but you've probably realized that you're doing a lot of work for little return, especially if you are just starting out. That's both frustrating and defeating. 2018-06-2713 min
Take Tiny ActionBetter Content Creation - Part 3 - 2 Simple Ways To Streamline Your Content CreationWelcome to Part 3 of the Better Content series. Today, I want to talk about how to create your content ideas in a consistent and streamlined manner. Because what good is it to have a bunch of content ideas if you don't actually create them? In this episode, I share two simple ways that I streamline my content creation. For show notes go to keepchasingthestars.com/26 Please subscribe, rate and review Pimp Your Brilliance Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated.2018-06-2015 min
Take Tiny ActionBetter Content Creation - Part 2 - How To Brainstorm Content Ideas The Easy WayWelcome to Part 2 of the better Content series. Today I want to talk about how you generate stellar content ideas that attract the right people and make you look like an expert. Coming up with fresh content ideas can be a bit of a chore. With all of the things you should be doing in your business, trying to figure out what to write or post about isn’t a problem you feel excited about solving. In this episode, I share my simple strategy for brainstorming content ideas. For show notes go to ke...2018-06-1314 min
Take Tiny ActionBetter Content Creation- The Anatomy of Great ContentIt’s no longer enough to create a piece of content and hit publish. Your content needs to be great! Great content encourages your audience to share it, subscribe to your list, register for your webinars and take your challenges. Great content makes people take the next step. In this episode, I dive into the 5 things that make up the anatomy of a great piece of content. As a content creator, it's crucial that you nail these steps each and every time you hit publish. If you've ever wondered how do I get people to consume my cont...2018-06-0620 minTake Tiny ActionHow To Get Started With A New Idea (Rebroadcast)It can be both exciting and scary to have a new idea, but too many people get stuck before they get started. This is such a bummer. The world needs to experience your amazing ideas. In this minisode, I walk you through the 7 steps that you need to complete to take you from idea to done. (original broadcast date: May 31, 2017) Show notes: keepchasingthestars.com/m2 Show Merchandise: keepchasingthestars.com/shop Get featured use #pimpyourbrilliance2018-05-2317 min
Take Tiny ActionCreating Better Video Content With Andrea CorsonAre you trying to get started using video for your brand? On today's episode, I chat with video expert, Andrea Corson, founder of Video Pop and she shared her 8 step process for video creation. Show notes: keepchasingthestars.com/23 Show Merchandise: keepchasingthestars.com/shop Get featured use #pimpyourbrilliance2018-05-1641 min
Take Tiny Action5 Lessons I Learned During My First Year Of Podcasting Cue the confetti because today we are celebrating. It's my pod-versary! It's crazy that it has been a whole year already! Today, I'm sharing 5 lessons that I've learned from my guests and talking about my plans for Pimp Your Brilliance heading into another year. Show notes: keepchasingthestars.com/22 Show Merchandise: keepchasingthestars.com/shop Get featured use #pimpyourbrilliance2018-05-0913 minTake Tiny ActionPodcasting: The Good, Bad And Overwhelming (Rebroadcast)Thinking of starting a podcast? Here's an honest look at what is required including a peek behind the scenes at the equipment, software, and processes that I use to run my show. (original broadcast date: June 16, 2017)2018-05-0231 min
Take Tiny ActionBootstrapping, Blogging & Business With Meg KeeneMeg Keene is the Founder and Editor-in-chief of A Practical Wedding, which started as a Blogspot account on her kitchen table ten years ago, and is now the top independently held wedding publication in the world. In this episode, Meg talks about how A Practical Wedding got started, bootstrapping her business and the realities of running a business with a team. Show notes: keepchasingthestars.com/20 Show Merchandise: keepchasingthestars.com/shop Get featured use #pimpyourbrilliance2018-04-2547 min
Take Tiny ActionMinisode 19: How To Start A Business When Money Is TightWhat do you do when you have an idea that can be really impactful but you don’t have the funds to invest in it? This is a dilemma that I can relate to because I’ve bootstrapped my business from the very beginning. In this episode, I share my best advice for starting a business when money is tight. For a list of free and low-cost resources visit: keepchasingthestars.com/m19 Get Show Merchandise: keepchasingthestars.com/shop #pimpyourbrilliance2018-04-1816 min
Take Tiny ActionStickers, Community And Connection With Maureen (Mo) VázquezMaureen (Mo) Vázquez is a designer, a mom to four, a child of the 80s, and a life-long sticker lover. In 2014, after a career in design and corporate brand management, she launched Pipsticks, a subscription sticker club. Pipsticks sends gorgeous, high-quality stickers to subscribers of all ages every month. In this episode Maureen shares where the idea of creating a subscription sticker club came from, how she sources products, challenges of running a business and why connecting with your community is key. For show notes visit- keepchasingthestars.com/20 Get Show Merchandise- keepchasingthestars.c...2018-04-1141 min
Badass Creatives: marketing and business advice for creative entrepreneursSetting Goals and Taking Action {Monique Malcolm}Monique Malcolm is the host of the Pimp Your Brilliance podcast and creator of the Visionary Journal, a goal setting system & planner. We talk about how she went from fashion blogger to t-shirt designer to goal setting guru. Monique walks us through the process of taking a physical product from idea to first iteration to manufactured product. She shares the importance of connecting with her email list and Facebook contacts to use Kickstarter to pre-sell her product, and how she’s used Pinterest to drive traffic to her website. We also talk about setting goals and creating systems for pr...2018-03-1737 min
Take Tiny ActionBeing Resourceful With Monique MalcolmThis week on Pimp Your Brilliance, I’ve invited my friend Amber Wright on to the show to interview me. After twenty-eight episodes, I felt this was the perfect way to end the first season of the podcast. In this episode, we discuss my background, how I knew when it was time to transition in my business, my best advice for staying consistent and my keys to success after 8+ years in business. This episode is sponsored by the Galaxy Visionary Journal- VisionaryJournal.co Get FREE shipping with code GALAXY at checkout. Fo...2017-11-2937 min