If you’re looking to find connectivity in the female experience, you’ve found the right podcast. Unscripted Pivots (UP) takes a deep dive into how women can masterfully chart their lives only to end up in the most unexpected places. "Life is what happens while we are busy making other plans" and the most unpredictable detours, our “WTF” experiences, can shape us in ways we never dreamed possible. My podcast invites women to redefine “WTF”, calling them “Women That Flourish” moments instead. ...
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Finally there’s a podcast for podcasters. Each week, join hosts Kyle Cummings and Mickenzie Vought as they share the knowledge and expertise they've gained from years of launching, running, and promoting successful podcasts. Whether you're an aspiring podcaster or you've already got hundreds of episodes under your belt, these conversations dive into the topics that matter to every podcaster — from marketing and growing your podcast, to recording equipment and best practices, monetization, cu ...
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Radical Self-Acceptance with Dr. Laura Gallaher
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In this transformative episode, Danielle sits down with Dr. Laura Gallaher, a national bestselling author and expert in organizational psychology, who has led culture shifts at NASA, Disney, and Yahoo. Together, they explore the power of radical self-acceptance and how it holds the key to unlocking greater ease, success, and fulfillment in all area…
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Boost Your Energy and Focus: Unlocking Wellness with Laurie Lewis
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In this episode of Unscripted Pivots, we welcome the incredible Laurie Lewis, founder of Fast Forward Wellness. Laurie shares her personal journey of overcoming weight gain, brain fog, and low energy to discover the transformative power of intermittent fasting. We explore how this simple yet effective approach can help anyone—regardless of gender—r…
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Dreams, Deadlines, and WTF: Writing My First Book
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In this episode, Danielle Sprouls takes us behind the scenes of her journey to writing her first book, WTF Women That Flourish: The Playbook for Flourishing Through Unscripted Pivots. This deeply personal story shares how Danielle navigated the ups and downs of balancing big dreams and looming deadlines. She reveals how a casual comment from a frie…
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From WTF to IDGAF: A Candid Chat with Comedy Queen Lori Altermann
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Welcome to another wild ride on Unscripted Pivots, where WTF (Women That Flourish) moments meet real-life humor, heart, and a little IDGAF attitude. In this episode, Danielle sits down with the queen of not giving a “f*ck,” Lori Altermann, whose unapologetic, hilarious takes on life have catapulted her into TikTok fame with fans who can’t get enoug…
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Mastering Workplace Communication with Kristy Olinger
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In this episode of Unscripted Pivots, Danielle sits down with communication expert and founder of KO Communications, Kristy Olinger. With over 20 years of experience in banking and a thriving consulting business, Kristy shares her journey from the corporate world to coaching professionals on mastering workplace communication. She emphasizes that co…
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September Reset: Embrace Change and Find Your Focus
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In this episode, Danielle explores the unique energy of September—a month that feels like a fresh start. She shares a personal story of realizing that summer was ending and how it sparked both gratitude and a sense of urgency. Danielle discusses how to navigate life’s unscripted moments, stay focused, and turn distractions into success. Key Topics:…
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49. When to FIRE Your Podcast Team with Danielle Sprouls
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How do you know when it's time to level up your podcast team in favor of better quality, consistency and communication? Our guest Danielle Sprouls tells us all about her experience letting go of her previous podcast management and what it's been like partnering with Podcircle. In this episode, Danielle (creator and host of the Unscripted Pivots pod…
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Side Hustles and Success: Breaking the Stigma for Ambitious Women
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Side hustles are helping women thrive financially, from TikTok creators to UGC innovators and freelance copywriters. But there’s still a stigma, especially for those in high-powered careers. Why is that? This episode flips the script, challenging the outdated narrative that side gigs are “less than.” Instead, these ventures are celebrated as powerf…
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Finding Your Mojo: How to Reignite Your Passion After a Work-Life Balance Shift
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In this episode, Danielle Sprouls reflects on her recent off-the-grid vacation in Yellowstone, where she celebrated a milestone birthday with family. Returning from this digital detox, she found her usual work drive had dimmed—a common experience she calls the "mojo gap." Danielle explores how to regain that lost passion and get back into the groov…
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48. Your Podcast Isn't For Everyone (and why that's a good thing)
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When many of us started a podcast, we want to reach as many people as possible. But Kyle and Mickenzie are going to make the case that that's not the best approach — and why. This episode covers five critical questions for honing your podcast’s focus and discusses the pitfalls of trying to appeal to everyone. They also talk about the importance of …
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47. The 10 Do's and Don'ts of Podcast Promotion
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Want to discover some practical strategies and common pitfalls for promoting your podcast effectively? Then this episode is for you! Join Mickenzie and Kyle as they discuss maximizing your content’s reach through various formats, avoiding predictability in your promotions, the importance of using video, and how to market your podcast even without v…
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46. Harnessing LinkedIn for Podcast and Business Growth with Kristin Cummings
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This week, Kyle and Mickenzie continue their series on LinkedIn by welcoming Kristin Cummings, the founder of Virtual COO, to discuss her strategic use of LinkedIn for personal and business branding. They explore how consistent engagement and authentic storytelling can amplify your presence and attract clients. Kristin shares her journey from zero …
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Thriving in Career Transitions: Six Strategies to Master Change
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Are you ready to transform your career challenges into powerful growth opportunities? In this episode of Unscripted Pivots, Danielle dives deep into the exhilarating world of career transitions. She examines the current landscape, highlighting a significant trend: women are leaving corporate America in droves to start their own businesses. Discover…
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So She Did: Skylar Romines on Mindset, Resilience, and Entrepreneurial Success
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Danielle Sprouls sits down with Skylar Romines, the dynamic founder of ATW Advisors, to delve into her transformative journey in the commercial insurance industry and the bold decision to start her own firm. Skylar opens up about the unique, hands-on approach of ATW Advisors, emphasizing their role as an owner’s insurance representative firm commit…
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Revisiting Confidence: A Special Re-Release with Lisa Sun, CEO of Gravitas
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Today, Danielle revisits her conversation with Lisa Sun, the visionary behind Gravitas, a brand revolutionizing fashion with size-inclusive apparel and empowering women from within. Lisa’s new book, *Gravitas: The Eight Strengths That Redefine Confidence*, helps women build self-worth on their terms. Danielle shares a personal story about meeting L…
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45. Leverage LinkedIn to LIFT Your Podcast and Brand Engagement - Part 2
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This week, we continue our series on optimizing LinkedIn to promote and grow your podcast. We discuss specific LinkedIn tools and tips, such as LinkedIn articles, newsletters, and profile optimization. We also emphasize the importance of engaging with your audience through comments, CTAs, and live events. Finally, we touch on creating effective pai…
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From Self-Doubt to Self-Belief: Mastering Transitions with Confidence
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Danielle dives deep into the topic of Self-Doubt and its impact on our lives, particularly during times of transition. She shares personal stories and experiences, offering valuable strategies for overcoming self-doubt and fostering a strong belief in our abilities. The episode highlights the importance of awareness, preparation, trusting intuition…
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44. Leverage LinkedIn to LIFT Your Podcast and Brand Engagement - Part 1
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In this episode of the Podcircle podcast, we delve into the importance of using LinkedIn to promote and grow your podcast. We emphasize that content marketing is about building trust, not just generating leads. With LinkedIn's high user engagement and powerful organic reach, the platform is ideal for connecting with like-minded individuals and bran…
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Timeless Wisdom: Advice to Our 18-Year-Old Selves
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In this heartfelt episode, Danielle explores the question, "What advice would you give your 18-year-old self?" Hear powerful, emotional responses from women Danielle interviewed at recent networking events, revealing insights on self-belief, instincts, and fearlessness. Key Points: Danielle shares her own story of wanting to be an obstetrician and …
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43. Boost Your Online Presence with Podcasting
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This week, we explore 4 impactful ways your podcast can help grow your online presence. From putting a face to your brand and building trust with your audience to honing your messaging, we explore essential strategies to enhance your reach, engagement, and revenue. We also delve into leveraging your guests' platforms and the importance of consisten…
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Leadership Redefined: Building Psychological Safety with Dr. Cheri O’Nan
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In this episode, listeners will learn about the transformative power of psychological safety on leadership and organizational culture. Dr. Cheri O’Nan, a leadership development and psychological safety consultant, shares practical strategies for fostering psychological safety in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of trust, fairness, autonomy…
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42. Top 10 Podcast Tips in Under 10 Minutes
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We've compiled our Top 10 podcasting tips in under 10 minutes. We emphasize key elements such as the importance of consistency, long-term planning, leveraging video, working smarter (not harder) and much more. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned podcaster, these tips are sure to help you create and maintain a successful podcast. Let's dive in! …
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Exploring Maternal Guilt and Career Transitions with Dr. Frawn Morgan
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In this thought-provoking episode of Unscripted Pivots, Danielle, aka “The WTF Lady”, welcomes Dr. Frawn Morgan to discuss her groundbreaking research on the well-being of working mothers and the impact of maternal guilt. Dr. Morgan shares valuable insights from her studies, including the correlation between maternal employment and childhood depres…
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41. Unlocking YouTube for Podcasters: Tips to Grow Your Channel
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We're continuing our series on YouTube and explore practical ways podcasters can optimize their YouTube podcasts for increased reach and engagement. From the importance of "end screens" and catchy titles to utilizing YouTube Shorts and creating attention-grabbing thumbnails, we uncover essential strategies to help you grow your channel. Additionall…
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Speak Boldly: Mastering the Art of Presentation and Communication with Mary Van Dorn
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In this episode of Unscripted Pivots, Danielle introduces Mary Van Dorn, a powerhouse in the mortgage industry and the visionary founder of Speak Easy Speak Bold. Mary, a dynamic figure known for her high-impact presentations, reveals her journey from top sales executive to master speech coach. Brace yourself for an engaging discussion that uncover…
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40. Unlocking YouTube for Podcasters: Setting Up and Optimizing Your Channel
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Welcome back to the Podcircle Podcast! This episode dives into practical steps for podcasters to set up and optimize their YouTube channel following the recent migration from Google Podcasts to YouTube Music Podcasts. We cover essential tips such as creating a business-specific Google account, uploading branding assets, adding channel descriptions,…
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Embracing the Unseen: The Power of Mediumship with Michelle Murphy
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Danielle dives deep with Michelle Murphy, an international Medium from Oakville, Ontario, uncovering the extraordinary ways she connects with the spiritual realm to bring comfort, guidance, and joy. Michelle reveals her personal journey of discovering her gifts as an empath and medium, sparked by a mental health crisis and therapy. Through compelli…
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In Memory of Glenn: Breaking the Silence on Alcoholism
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In this episode, Danielle shares a heartfelt tribute to her brother Glenn, who tragically lost his battle with alcoholism. She discusses the misconceptions and stigma surrounding alcoholism and highlights the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of the disease. Danielle also shares personal stories about Glenn and her own journey through recover…
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Harnessing Your Healing Energy: The Power of B.E.S.T. with Natasha Davidson
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In this enlightening episode of *Unscripted Pivots*, Natasha Davidson, Founder of Heart Rooted Health and a renowned wellness coach, delves into the transformative power of the Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique (B.E.S.T.). Natasha combines modern science with ancient spirituality to address the root causes of physical, mental, and emotional i…
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Broadway to Boardroom: Jenn Quader’s Transformative Leadership Story
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In this episode of Unscripted Pivots, we welcome Jenn Quader, President and CEO of The Smart Agency. Jenn takes us through her extraordinary transformation from a professional singer and actress to a trailblazer in global communications, exemplifying resilience and the art of navigating change. We explore how her formative experiences in the perfor…
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39. Google Podcasts is DEAD (and how this affects you)
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April 2, 2024 marks the end of Google Podcasts as Google makes a significant shift towards hosting podcasts on YouTube Music. What does that mean for your show? And what if you're creating a new show? We're breaking it all down for you in this episode. We're also going to cover the importance of setting up a YouTube channel, utilizing YouTube Studi…
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Have you heard of the bestselling book 'Steal Like an Artist'? Well, today we're going to teach how to steal like a podcaster — how to overcome creativity slumps and refresh your content. We're giving you techniques for identifying key influences and remixing ideas to create something new, all while maintaining your show's authenticity. We also tou…
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Breaking Ground: Natassia Melendrez's Journey of Resilience, Empowerment, and Innovation in Construction
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In this engaging episode of "Unscripted Pivots," host Danielle chats with Natassia Melendrez-Knutson, a dynamic force in the construction industry. Starting with her bold emancipation at age 15, Natassia walks us through her rise from an entry-level position at a geotechnical engineering firm to founding Project Support Services. She delves into ov…
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Acknowledging Expiration Dates: Moving Beyond the Rearview to Flourish in the Future
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In this empowering episode of "Unscripted Pivots," host Danielle Sprouls, also known as the WTF Lady (Women That Flourish), guides listeners through the transformative process of breaking free from the trap of the past. Danielle explores how dwelling on past experiences, decisions, and relationships can hinder personal and professional growth, like…
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37. Steps to Launching a Podcast [RE AIR]
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Welcome back to the Podcircle Podcast! For those of you who recently found the podcast, we're re-airing one of our most popular episodes. “I have an idea, let’s push record and figure it out as we go.” Unfortunately, this is not a winning strategy to launching a successful podcast. There’s a lot that goes into making a podcast from ideation to putt…
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From Spring to Winter: Navigating Career Growth Through Life's Metaphorical Seasons
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In this inspiring episode, Danielle explores the metaphorical seasons of a woman's life, each symbolizing distinct phases of personal and professional evolution—from vibrant springs of new beginnings to reflective winters of introspection. She highlights how these seasons can appear at any stage and often more than once, offering rich opportunities…
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36. Did Your Download Numbers Just Tank? Here's Why. [RE AIR]
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We're re-airing one of most popular episodes of the Podcircle Podcast this week. If you've notice a big change in your download numbers, tune in — it may not actually mean a drop in listenership! Did your download numbers drop late last year? We discuss the recent iOS 17 update, its impact on your podcast downloads and why this shift isn't necessar…
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35. Why You SHOULDN'T Start a Podcast (and 4 Reasons You Should) [RE AIR]
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This week, we're re-airing our very first (and most popular) episode of the Podcircle Podcast. If you're new to the show, we wanted to introduce ourselves by going back to the very beginning and asking maybe the most important question — why should I (or shouldn't I) start a podcast? You’ve got an idea to share, a message to spread, or customers to…
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Silence Speaks: The Power of Meditation in the Business World
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How can meditation transform the hustle and bustle of corporate life into a stream of productivity and peace? Danielle delves into this intriguing question, revealing the expansive benefits meditation offers in the workplace—from melting away stress and sharpening focus to sparking creativity, enhancing leadership skills, and refining decision-maki…
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Pioneering Change Through Tech, Modeling, and Philanthropy with Darlene Quinn
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From tech executive to philanthropist and model, Darlene Quinn's story is truly inspiring. With a modeling career spanning three decades and numerous accolades for her service, she embodies the spirit of making a difference. In this episode, Darlene shares insights from her tech career, her journey in modeling and pageantry, and her deep commitment…
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34. Identifying & Engaging Your Ideal Podcast Audience
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We are delving into the crucial distinction between a target market and a target audience and emphasizing the importance of specificity in content creation to effectively connect with and appeal to your desired audience. We're also offering practical tips to analyze your current client base, understand audience demographics and habits, and aligning…
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Unmasking the Imposter: Embracing Your True Worth
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In this episode, Danielle Sprouls explores the topic of imposter syndrome, a psychological phenomenon that affects individuals' perception of their own success. She discusses the definition and impact of imposter syndrome, its origin and prevalence, and the factors that influence it. Danielle also highlights the manifestations of imposter syndrome …
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33. Profitable Podcasting: 5 Ways to SELL with your Podcast
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This week, we're sharing 5 strategic ways podcasters can promote and sell their products and services. We emphasis the importance of building trust and rapport by freely offering expertise, demonstrating value through problem-solving, sharing customer success stories, and inviting listeners to a deeper relationship. If you're looking to level-up yo…
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Beauty Beyond Age: Embracing Self-Acceptance and Overcoming Obstacles with Beth Ann Catalano
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Beth Ann Catalano, President and CEO of Ahava North America, delves into her dynamic journey through the beauty industry, highlighting the transformative role of challenges and the significance of venturing beyond comfort zones. She reflects on lessons from personal setbacks, like job losses, that paved the way for fresh starts, including her ventu…
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32. FIVE Questions to Ask BEFORE Starting a Podcast
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What is the 'why' behind starting a podcast? How do you set clear goals and identify your ideal listener? What success looks like in your show? These are all crucial questions to ask before you start your podcast. And if you already have a podcast, it's never too late to return to these questions to increase clarity and focus around your show. We'r…
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31. Why Your Podcast Shouldn't be a Hobby
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Podcasting is an EXPENSIVE hobby — if that's all that it is. In this episode, we're talking about why treating your podcast purely as a hobby is a bad idea. The challenges of time, necessity of research, and the required financial investment in creating and maintaining a high-quality podcast are why most "hobby podcasts" fail — especially for those…
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"Unscripted Pivots" Anniversary Special with Dani Morin
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*Trigger Warning: This episode discusses the sensitive topic of infant loss.* Welcome to a special anniversary edition of "Unscripted Pivots," where we revisit our very first episode featuring the incredible Dani Morin. Dani, a dynamic mom content creator, embraced single motherhood by choice, is a fervent child safety advocate, and the creative mi…
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30. SIX Reasons Your Business NEEDS a Podcast
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The best way to optimize your time and effectively market your business is to start a podcast. Does that sound counterintuitive? "But I thought maintaining a consistent podcast takes a TON of time..." you might say. It can... but it doesn't have to. And we would argue that it shouldn't. The amount of content that can be produced out of a 30-45 minu…
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Transforming Self-Talk: From Doubt to Empowerment with Nicole Miller
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Summary Dive deeper with Nicole Miller and Danielle Sprouls as they unpack the transformative journey from negative to positive self-talk. They share actionable insights on reframing your inner dialogue, uncovering the roots of self-doubt, and harnessing the power of journaling and meditation for self-discovery. The discussion underscores the value…
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29. Boost Podcast Engagement with These AI Tools
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We're continuing our discussion on the role of AI in podcasting. In this episode, we're deep diving on the use of AI for video captions, video post-production, and various transcription services. We highlight different AI tools and their features, as well as the importance of utilizing transcriptions for SEO and accessibility purposes. And we conti…
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