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Amplify is a brand new podcast by Jess Ekstrom, who's on her mission to uplift women's voices. Tune in every Monday and Wednesday for amazing insights, stories, and takeaways from Jess and her special guests. Learn how to put your personal or professional goals into practice and truly "amplify" yourself!
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As co-founder and first CEO of Netflix, Marc Randolph led the company from its inception in 1998 through its IPO in 2002. He left the company a year later to pursue other passions, which includes public speaking. Today, Marc joins Jess to discuss the importance of experimentation on stage, the value of continuous improvement, adapting to audience f…
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When Jess was in college, she applied for an internship with NBC’s Today Show…and got it. In the back of her mind though, she was pretty sure she only got the job for a nefarious reason. But did that really matter? — Amplify with Jess is produced by Earfluence, and brought to you by Mic Drop Workshop. ----- Free Weekly Newsletter with Speaking Gig …
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Today we explore what many of us struggle with - the power of confidence and self-belief. The trick is that confidence is a muscle we can work on every day, and we can create a strong foundation from within. Join us as Jess chats with Heather Monahan, who shares her transformation story from sales manager to successful keynote speaker, while emphas…
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There are so many great reasons to embrace your “Yes” era. Saying yes to as many opportunities as you can fit into your day. Taking the job, taking the trip, going to the conference, joining the club and showing up to as many things as possible. And with each experience that you have, you walk away with more knowledge about yourself, the world, and…
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Whenever we step on stage, we’re making a courageous choice to be there and share our authentic selves with the audience. But what does it mean to be gutsy? Today, Natalie Franke shares her personal journey of facing a brain tumor diagnosis and infertility, while building her career. Jess and Natalie emphasize the continuous learning process of cou…
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Whenever you have reached any level of success, it helps others (and yourself) to be transparent about the messier early days. Today, Jess shares a story about a speaking event early in her career where she was picked up in a limo, and it seemed like an “I Made It!” moment. But instead, she was quickly reminded that not everyone was rooting for her…
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Women’s voices have been suppressed for hundreds of years. Is it any wonder that we’re still facing a gender pay gap? We’re making progress, but we still have a long way to go. Today, Dana Rubin joins the podcast to explore the evolution of women's voices in history and the importance of inclusive communication. She discusses the need to document a…
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Today, Jess takes us back to the first speech she ever gave. Fifth grade graduation at Cornelius Elementary School. Kids typically don't fear public speaking or sharing what's on their mind because they haven't been taught to think about what others are thinking of them. They haven't been taught that that maybe limits exist or maybe I'll fail. So h…
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Dr. Lorneka Joseph found herself in the hospital after pushing too hard, and she uncovered a hard truth - she needed to slow down or stare directly at a premature death. Today, Lorneka and Jess discuss the importance of prioritizing self-care and well-being for high achievers. They share insights on setting boundaries, recognizing red flags of negl…
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Today, Jess shares a story about what happened to her physically when she was full steam ahead in her work and completely neglecting self-care. If you’re barreling toward burnout, you’ll want to listen to this, as Jess shares some tips to help you get off the hamster wheel to something that resembles more of a work-life balance. Amplify with Jess i…
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What does it mean to be a natural at speaking? Or is that the wrong question, because being a natural at speaking is a load of crap? Speaking can be taught, speaking can be learned, and we have to learn it somewhere. So when you see someone that is up on stage, so effortlessly sharing their story, or it seems like they have all the confidence in th…
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On today’s Monday Motivation, let’s learn how to become a more confident public speaker. Jess Ekstrom explains the difference between being a “spotlight speaker” and a “lighthouse speaker” and encourages you to shift your mindset to focus on delivering value to the audience. She also shares a mantra with you to ease nerves before speaking, and disc…
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With only 0.5% of global sports sponsorship dollars going to female athletes, we still have a long way to go in closing the gender pay gap in women's sports! Today, Leela Srinivasan sheds light on the challenges women face in negotiating fair compensation and the role of social media in amplifying their voices. Tune in to learn more about the effor…
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We're getting close to Valentine's Day! Around this time, we think a lot about relationships with others. But what about taking a moment to think about the relationship with yourself and your own self-worth? Start by answering: "What makes you feel worthy?" Amplify with Jess is produced by Earfluence, and brought to you by Mic Drop Workshop. ----- …
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Growing up in a household of 30+ people, with an African American mom and a Sikh American dad, the importance of diversity was ingrained in Deanna Singh from the moment she was born. As a speaker, however, she noticed that diversity was clearly not a value of every event organizer. Today, Jess and guest Deanna Singh emphasize the need for diverse p…
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Today’s Monday Motivation is how to deal when feeling constantly overwhelmed. Jess shares her own experience of feeling overwhelmed when the never-ending tasks never seem to reach the bottom of the pile. Learn how she reduced burnout by embracing the never-ending pile. Amplify with Jess is produced by Earfluence, and brought to you by Mic Drop Work…
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Meggie Palmer and Jess Ekstrom share the same mission - Close the Gender Pay Gap! Both ladies are on a mission to increase women's pay and communication surrounding it. Today, Meggie dives into these 6 tips with Jess to help you get paid what you're worth: The need to build relationships with audiences Offering free resources (yes, to help you get …
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Welcome back to Amplify with Jess Ekstrom! Today's Monday Motivation: "Faking it" shouldn't lead to "Making it". When Jess began her career, she wanted everyone to believe she had it all figured out and thought the best way to prove that was through appearance and speech. She would wear blazers and shoes that just weren't her style, try to emulate …
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A beginner's mindset can foster curiosity, creativity, and growth - and it can even help out at least a little bit with that fear we all have: Imposter Syndrome. Today, Liz Forkin Bohannon talks to Jess what she calls “Beginner’s Pluck,, imposter syndrome, the power of storytelling, and the beauty of being an outsider. Liz Forkin Bohannon is the Fo…
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Welcome back to Amplify with Jess Ekstrom! In today's Monday Motivation, Jess explores how an optimistic beginner mindset can pave the way for future success. From wearing a badge that said “Earning My Ears” while working at Disney to trying stand-up comedy classes, Jess shares stories to encourage a shifting mindset from “I’ve never done this befo…
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We all have at least a little bit of fear before we grab the mic. It takes a lot of courage to go up on stage and speak in front of people you don’t know. So, how do we consistently find the courage to take that next step? Today, Antoinetta Mosley joins me for a conversation on courage - not just in speaking but other aspects of life. Antoinetta Mo…
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Welcome back to Amplify with Jess Ekstrom! For today’s Monday Motivation, Jess talks about why habits and intentions are more effective than New Year's Resolutions. If one of your resolutions is to grow your personal brand, Jess is going to share some of her habits to make that goal happen, including speaking engagements, podcast guesting, and writ…
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Welcome to Amplify with Jess, Today, we’re leading off with Giselle Ugarte, Global Speaker and Executive Performance Coach, and someone who’s become TikTok famous. Giselle wasn’t always comfortable being behind the camera, so I ask her what happened and why she appears so confident now. (00:00) The confidence journey (03:56) Admitting vulnerability…
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Welcome to Amplify with Jess! Get ready to dive into anecdotes, insights, and tips that'll amp up your 2024! Today, we’re talking about the fine line between inspiration and comparison. When you see others winning (especially on social media), do you find that motivating? Or a little deflating? If it makes you feel less than, what can you do about …
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I was hesitant to restart this podcast because my mind was saying, "Is the world too noisy right now? Are we in information overload? Will I be yet another podcast that people will roll their eyes at?" But we were in Week 3 of Mic Drop Academy, which is our 10-week elite speaker program for women. And I was giving advice to someone who is hesitant …
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Do you find it hard to separate your personal worth from your business, allowing every little failure to eat you up? I'm going to let you in on a little secret and daily mantra I use: it's just business. Over the last few years, I've dealt with the pain that comes from someone not loving a product, because I was taking it personally. When I started…
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As a speaker, you're always looking for ways to gain experience and land speaking gigs, right? Suz Chadwick is sharing 3 ways to qualify yourself as a speaker and get booked for speaking engagements. Listen in as she walks us through what it looks like to call yourself a speaker, how to show your value, and where you need to start today! Get to Kno…
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Are you dreaming of standing on a stage next to those three big, red letters? Let's get you ready to land a TED Talk! In this episode of Business on the Bright Side, I'm sharing the four P's to getting booked for a TED Talk! Jess' First TedX Talk (1:06) Ted X Talk vs. Ted Talk (1:47) Ted X Talk: Localize Events Ted Talk: Main Events The Benefit of …
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We live in a society where it's hard to be direct and say what you want—but I want to change that, starting with myself. Erica Reitman joins us today for a straightforward conversation on three ways to be more direct in both your life and your career. Listen in as she walks us through her journey and how being direct has moved the needle forward! E…
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Are you ready to make your website accessible for everyone? Let's test your website's accessibility! Myrna Daramy is an advocate for Digital Media Optimization, encouraging others to create an inclusive and accessible space in their brands. Listen in as she walks us through opportunities for improvement and how we can start optimizing our websites …
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Do you have a great business idea or name? You may be asking yourself, "Do I need a trademark?" Michelle Murphy of Wilson Murphy Law and The CEO Legal Loft join us to discuss when and why you need a trademark for your big idea, and how to go about the trademark process. Listen in as she walks through a trademark search, a few legal steps to take wh…
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What does creativity mean to you? Have you found a way to incorporate it into your life? In this episode of Business on the Bright Side, I'm joined by Brit Morin of Self Made and Brit & Co to discuss how you can activate your creativity, dive into what your passionate about, and use that to launch the business you've been dreaming about! Get to Kno…
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Do you typically stick to the same marketing tactics you've always worked with in your business? Sometimes that can leave you stagnant. Audria Richmond is making big moves in new marketing strategies and techniques, which is why I thought it was so important to bring her on the show. Audria joins us to share three ways you can try new marketing in …
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As my team celebrates Headbands of Hope's 9th birthday, we're also celebrating the honor of being ranked in the top 1% of all Shopify stores! As I reflect on these last 9 years, there are so many experiences that led to this success in business! Listen in as I share 5 things that I believe contributed to our top 1% ranking of all Shopify stores! Pl…
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Have you been hesitant to put yourself on video in your business? Today, Natasha Samuel of Shine with Natasha joins us to help you set aside any fears by sharing the impact video can have on connect with your audience. Listen in as she shares 3 ways you can use video on Instagram to connect, plus she's providing a few ideas to help get you started!…
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Overthinking can cause so much more stress than any of us need—let's crush those tendencies and stop overthinking. Jon Acuff joins us in this episode to share three ways you can stop overthinking in every aspect of your life. Listen in as he walks us through these steps and how he's used them in his own life. Three Ways to Stop Overthinking (1:03) …
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Has Women's History Month motivated you to surround yourself with and collaborate with other women entrepreneurs? I'm here for it! In this episode of Business on the Bright Side, I'm sharing 5 ways you can collaborate with other women! From simple ideas to more complex opportunities, let's dive into how you can grow together! 5 Ways to Collaborate …
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There is so much power in connecting with and building up other women. That's why I was honored to bring Natalie Franke, co-founder of The Rising Tide Society and community leader of Honeybook, on the podcast to discuss how you can genuinely root for other women. Listen in as we discuss why she decided to open up about her journey to motherhood and…
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I don't know about you, but I've found myself surrounded by strong and powerful women in my life. So, in honor of Women's History Month, on today's episode of Business on the Bright Side, I'm highlighting 10 women who have impacted my life and career. From family members, professors, and business colleagues to women I've never met and even one who'…
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Why do we feel burdened to always be connected to our phones and checking social media? We shouldn't have to. In this episode of Business on the Bright Side, Minaa B joins us to share how and why you should set digital boundaries in your life and business. Listen in as she describes the importance of understanding responsibilities in online relatio…
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Have you ever finished a book and thought, "That would have been better as an article or blog post?" I think we've all experienced that. In this episode of Business on the Bright Side, I'm sharing four ways to help you decided if your idea should be a book or a blog post. Grab yourself a pen and paper, and let's dive into this exercise! How to Know…
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So, you have a book idea, but you have no idea where to start in order to get your book on shelves—thankfully I've already been through the process and can tell you! In this episode of Business on the Bright Side, I'm sharing four important steps to get your book on the shelves of retailers you love. Listen in as I dive into building a book proposa…
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Are you using clubhouse to grow as a professional speaker? With the platform becoming more and more popular, there is so much potential to gain awareness for your brand and network with others. In this episode of Business on the Brightside, Mothyna James-Brightful joins us to discuss how you can use clubhouse for your brand! Additionally, we talk a…
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Have you ever had a moment in your life that you look back on and thought, "Wow, that actually happened... and I made it through." In today's episode of Business on the Bright Side, I'm sharing how I lost the first $10,000 I invested in my business before I ever really even started. The lessons that came from that experience didn't sink in until mu…
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Are you ready to make a change in the way you're living your life? Antonio Neves joins us as our first guest on Business on the Bright Side to discuss his book, Stop Living on Autopilot! In this episode, we talk through authenticity, knowing who you are, and surrounding yourself with quality community! If you're ready to stop living on autopilot, y…
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Are you struggling with creating and prioritizing your goals? This episode is for you! While I'm not a fan of strict goal setting, I think it's important to know what you're working towards! Listen in as I share my favorite goal setting tips so you can accomplish what you want in 2021! Grab the Goal Setting Workbook Tips for Goal Setting 1. Leave r…
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Sometimes our own way of thinking can get in the way of us achieving our own goals. Let's make life a little easier with a simple mindset shift. In today's episode, I'm sharing 4 mindset shifts you can copy to stop getting in your own way! 4 Mindset Shifts to Make Life Easier (1:26) 1. You before anything else. (1:38) 2. Care more about the system,…
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You have permission to change who you are at any time. Isn't that crazy? You can determine who you are and what you want to be, along with how you approach situations. Ready to dive in? Let's figure out what your 2021 personality is with this simple quiz! 10 Questions to Decide What You Want Your 2021 Personality to Be (3:35) 1. Do you want to be a…
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Happy New Year! Is 2021 the year you're looking to grow personally and professionally, without feeling overwhelmed with the goals you have in mind? In this episode of Business on the Bright Side, I'm sharing 3 ways to build momentum this year! New Year’s Resolutions are a Load of Crap (1:45) Set goals and build momentum in 2021: (2:41) Crafting a M…
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As we bring 2020 to a close, I’m sharing the details on all of the things that worked and didn’t work in my business and life amidst the pandemic. All of my businesses experienced very different moves in 2020. One business flatlined, one business quadrupled in sales, and another business started at zero. On a personal level, I was able to appreciat…
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