If you want to make a bigger impact with your message, services, or programs, getting booked for more (virtual) speaking gigs or podcast interviews is a great way to expand your brand awareness without necessarily expanding your marketing budget. However, if you are applying for (virtual) speaking gigs or podcast interviews without making a great first impression, the decision-makers of these opportunities will pick someone who DOES make a great first impression, even if that person is less qualified than you! UGH! So, how do you stand out to improve your odds of being a featured guest on a virtual event stage or podcast? In today’s episode of the “Love the Work You Do” podcast, I’m going to give you everything you need to create what I call your “Quality Speaker’s Toolkit”. Here’s a quick rundown of what will cover in this episode: -First, will cover the components to include in your “Quality Speaker’s Tool Kit”. -Next, will discuss why it’s important to lead with your credibility factor and how did to find it. -We’ll also discuss my favorite tools to keep your speaker toolkit together so you’re more likely to get booked for more virtual speaking gigs and podcast interviews. And, if you need a little more guidance with this…don't worry, I’ve gotcha covered! I’ve created a free downloadable guide which includes: fill in the blank sections, examples, links to my favorite tools to put your “Quality Speaker’s Tool Kit” together, as well as some additional bonus nuggets that will support you in your goals to get on more virtual stages and podcast interviews, in order to increase your influence, income, and impact with your message, service or product.

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Does it feel like it’s challenging to create a positive work environment lately? If so, you’re not alone and this episode of the “Love the Work You Do” Podcast will help you get perspective on how to be more positive (and productive) in your work environment. Today’s episode is special because I invite three of my friends to discuss some of their favorite ways to create a positive work environment for their teams and how YOU can implement these tips into your unique situation.

Create a Positive Work Environment

Do you feel like you need to spend some time connecting with your purpose? If so, this episode of the “Love the Work You Do” podcast is for you. You are going to hear from two of my friends, LaShaun Collier and Sara Mayer, who will share their best practices and tips to help you feel more connected with your purpose.

Connecting with Your Purpose

 Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | iHeartRadio | Stitcher | Spotify If you’re feeling less than confident and are ready to unleash your “it” factor, you’re in the right spot. In this episode of the “Love the Work You Do” podcast, you will hear from three of my dear friends who share their secrets on how to be more confident and decisive, when it comes to your professional and personal goals. You will hear from Lisa Demmi, Alicia Couri, and Marcella Espinosa as they guide us on their best practices and advice to unleashing your own “it” factor. Some of the points we cover in this episode: -How to invent yourself, after a disaster or tragedy -Digging deep to get stuff done, even when you don’t feel like it -Simple ways to build up your confidence, starting today -Powerful connection principles that will help you find your tribe Plus, Lisa, Alicia, and Marcella will share their favorite resources that have helped “move the needle” as it relates to unleashing your “it” factor. To learn more about our guests, keep reading below. About Lisa Demmi: Lisa L. Demmi is a speaker, coach, trainer, and master egg poacher. She LOVES social media and she shows people how not only to embrace it but also how to put it in a headlock and execute a figure eight on it. Lisa helps companies and organizations leverage social media to create relationships that turn into prospects and ultimately, clients. She also helps others see the power of social media from increasing awareness to understanding the best platform for your specific needs and strengths.  Connect with Lisa: Website | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter Lisa’s recommended resources: Anything by Brené Brown | David Goggins’ “Can’t Hurt Me”  About Alicia Couri: As the Audacious Confidence Growth Expert and current Mrs. Elite US Woman of Achievement, Alicia Couri the RedCarpetCEO™, strives to Influence, Educate, Inspire, and Entertain audiences to empower them step boldly into the direction of their dreams and achieve what is possible despite their fears. She is an Empowerment Speaker, Kolbe Certified™ Consultant, PI Certified Consultant, Author, Actor, host, Executive Producer, Beauty, Style and Personal Branding Expert. Alicia works with developing Leaders, Executives and Consults with Organizations to align business goals with personnel performance. Her strengths are to elevate confidence, reorganize teams to ensure the right people are in the right seats, reduce stress, strain and conflict to promote a happier, healthier work environment that is highly productive and profitable for her clients. Connect with Alicia: Website | Facebook | LinkedIn  Alicia’s recommended resources: The Science of Getting Rich | Todd Herman’s “Alter Ego Effect”  About Marcella Espinosa:  Marcella Espinosa is a highly creative, bilingual professional who applies her extensive media and entrepreneurial experience to tailor advertising campaigns that provide optimal results.  She began her entrepreneurial journey by launching Marcella Image Consulting Inc. and later went on to start her region’s first Spanish-language newspaper. She has also managed an architectural studio and an art gallery in the same city, is the co-founder of Downtown Fort Myers Art Walk and worked for two Hispanic television stations. Connect with Marcella: Website | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter Marcella’s recommended resource: Deepak Chopra | Dr. Wayne Dyer Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | iHeartRadio | Stitcher | Spotify 

Unleashing Your It Factor

Are you looking for more productive ways to expand your brand awareness? If so, this episode of the “Love the Work You Do” podcast is for you. Today, I’m giving you a high-level view of several ideas that have helped my clients (and me) expand their brand awareness, not just on a local or regional level, but on a national or international level, as well.

Productive Ways to Expand Your Brand Awareness

If you are feeling a tad bit overwhelmed or unsure about your next steps, this episode of the “Love the Work You Do” podcast is for you. Today, I’m sharing four ways to get out of a “funk”. The episode is for you if you’ve lost a bit of your focus, you’re filling your time with “busy work”, or you feel anxious about how you’re going to move forward with accomplishing your goals. The inspiration for this episode came from my own experience of feeling the ups and downs of the first half of 2020. Something else to keep in mind while listening to this episode…pick only one of these ways to get yourself out of a funk…at least at first  One of the best ways to pull yourself out of a funk, in order to push you closer to you goals is to create consistency. When you are consistent with one of these four ways (and by consistent, I mean you’re doing something daily), it will build more momentum for your confidence and your ability to stay the course.

Four Ways of Getting Out of a "Funk"

Is your fear of failure keeping you stuck or complacent, as it relates to your professional goals? If you currently feel that way, today’s episode of the “Love the Work You Do” podcast is for you.

Overcoming the Fear of Failure with Melanie S. Griffin

Have you ever been bogged down by people who suck your energy or don’t respect your boundaries? If so, the “How to Deal with Toxic People, Moochers and Complainers” episode of the “Love the Work You Do” podcast is for you.

How to deal with toxic people, moochers and complainers

If you are listening to this episode, chances are you are either: recently laid off/furloughed from your job OR you’re trying to figure out where your source of income is coming from. I wanted to share with you a few things to consider as you are preparing for your next career opportunity. These tips are geared towards you thinking a little more outside of the box.

Preparing for Your Next Career Opportunity

Three Ways to Get Back in the Marketing Game with Your Business During COVID-19

If you’ve ever suffered from “imposter syndrome” or feeling like a fraud as a professional leader, today’s episode is for you. Regardless of where you are in your career path, imposter syndrome can derail your confidence and your ability to stay on track. I share a bit of my story in this episode because this was the shift in me breaking up with my “imposter syndrome” tendencies.

How to Handle Imposter Syndrome as a Professional Leader

If you want to boost success in any aspect of your career or life, today’s episode is for you. A quick run-down of the success habits I shared in this episode: Make a request or “the ask” - and why this is so important Follow up and follow-through - don’t expect other people to take the initiative to follow up (I give you a kind phrase to use to gently judge people) Be consistent in showing up - meaning work on strengthening your habits and skills daily. Don’t take opportunities for

Three Simple Habits for More Success

3 Strategic Ways to Build Your Professional Network

If you feel like you're currently lacking resources, connections, certainty or confidence to help you overcome your current professional obstacles, today’s podcast episode is for you. In this “Love the Work Your Do” podcast episode, you will learn how to: - Determine THE obstacle that needs your immediate attention - Squash those limiting beliefs around overcoming your biggest obstacle - Rally the support you need to rise above your struggles

Overcoming Obstacles at Work

If you want to be a more influential leader or develop a stronger sense of influence in your professional network, stick around today’s episode is for you. In today’s episode, you’ll learn: -What it means to up-level your ability to lead and influence a group of people -Why it’s important to “be of service” for those around you -How simple acts of gratitude can lead to major impact -A quick exercise to help you regroup your thoughts and actions -How to increase your visibility as a leade

How to Be an Influential Leader

The Love the Work You Do podcast is for leaders (and aspiring leaders) who want to be more productive and purposeful in their work. Each week, Erica Castner will share resources and best practices in: business development, leadership, career training, boosting confidence, productivity, and more.

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