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This is a special encore podcast episode sponsored by Social Media Pro, home to the world’s best social media certification courses. In this episode we talked about weaving humor in your marketing. We discussed… How to be funny but still be on the “safe side” of things  3 surprising moneymaking benefits to making someone laugh What really brings engagement in your posts (not HUMOR per se…) Why humor is the “cheapest” way to build a connection  Can humor be learned or not? I really enjoyed this episode so if you like it, I’d appreciate sharing it with your friends, too. :)  Check out Social Media Pro’s suite of certifications if you want to get better at the top social media trends! Buy it for you or your team, and get the best info from the best sources.  Follow me on Instagram and check out my stories for some funny stuff daily ;)

29 Jul 202451min

In business, we always make that mistake of mismanaging money. Whether it’s a misguided purchase or just poor projection, a lot of us struggle to really “get this right”. If you are one of us, then this podcast is for you. Eric is a digital marketing strategist who supports two families in Peru and USA, and is open about sharing his tips on frugality and money management on social media. His recent post about budgeting a $1500 a month budget in Texas got mixed reactions from people, and it led me to find him and pick his brain on the topic of frugality.  (Now, while that budget seems like a lot in some countries, in the USA many will consider this on the lower end.)  In this episode, we discuss… His story on spending time in a developed and in a developing country, how different it was, and his theory on why immigrants have a higher likelihood of success in the US  Do you need to be broke to be frugal? Or do you need to be frugal so you don’t become broke? Some stupid money decisions we’ve made in the past (yes I shared some of mine, too!)  Why some people refuse to be frugal, and why there is a negative viewpoint on this Tools and resources that help with budgeting and staying frugal  Follow Eric and his musings here: https://www.facebook.com/ericridenour333 And let me know what you think of this episode! Drop a comment, reply, a rating or send me a DM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karlastefan/

22 Jul 20241h 28min

As of today, my podcast is two years old.  It’s one of the things that has immensely ROI’d many, many times over, because I sought the help of experts before starting, and I also learned from my mistakes along the way. I’ve had a lot of opportunities directly from the podcast… from hot leads, to profitable affiliate partnerships,  Some highlights…  Top 5 best benefits of a well-done podcast  4 Points of clarity you need to build before you start your podcast  Keep it simple: a few things you really need to start a good podcast  Top tips for maximum exposure during your launch and what you should optimize for  4 Ways to make the most out of your podcast, on a revenue generation standpoint  The ONE BEST TIP for people to guarantee podcast longevity For those who want to start their own podcast, make their current podcast better, or someone who is keen to fully take advantage of the benefits of a podcast, this is a GREAT EPISODE to listen to.  P.S. Take advantage of Proximity’s all-in podcast production offer for just $595 a month for the first 20 clients. DM me on Instagram @karlastefan to grab your spot!

15 Jul 202450min

What if your personal life and socialization can be as organized and as efficient as your business life?  This can now stop being just a fantasy as we sit with Kieran for today’s episode about systematizing one’s personal life.  Kieran Browning is an efficiency consultant who has been spending the last 4 years helping entrepreneurs, especially mompreneurs, streamline their systems and processes to free up 20+ hours a week of their time Listen in as we talk about…  The book that inspired it all (you might know this if you’re a location independent entrepreneur just like me!)  What his non negotiables are in terms of planning his social life/ personal list What is a burnout score and how do you deal with it? If you’re burnt out, the quality of your decisions are bad (deep dive) Three qualities of a good system for your personal life (very important) If you’re a business owner, a busy mompreneur, and or know one that would need Keiran’s amazing operations and systems genius, connect with him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kieranbrowning/ or his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kieranbrowning1/ If you loved this episode, pls drop us a comment and a rating! We’d appreciate it. :) - Karla

8 Jul 202450min

If you grew up in a poor family, one thing that you might not know is that you may have been operating on a scarcity mindset.  Join me and Andy as we talk about our childhood and all the times our parents emphasized how important it was to save money, how money is scarce, and how we need to work hard and be cheap all the time.  As we grew older and became entrepreneurs, we started to look at money differently.  Andy shares… His first business and how entrepreneurship and creating value “clicked” in this head  How he found a mentor and his 3 TIP on how to be a powerful protege, basically how to attract good mentors as well  His ONE ACTIVITY, ONE THING that made him change his scarcity mindset  His huge mistake as he was starting to make money, something he wished he’s done earlier  His main advice to people who are looking to grow their money and not make stupid mistakes How his business helps other small and medium business owners organize their sales and customer relationships (stop leaving money on the table!)  Andy Audate is a renowned small business marketing expert and the founder of Progreda. With a proven track record, he specializes in assisting small businesses in effectively marketing their high-ticket services through webinars that have attracted over 9,500 entrepreneurs.  Andy's SaaS has achieved a seven-figure run rate, and his guidance has empowered thousands of small businesses to create marketing campaigns that have collectively generated $20+ million in revenue. Progreda helps organize and speed up sales for small and medium business. It’s an all-in-one email marketing, funnel, call follow ups, and CRM platform. Try Progreda for 14 DAYS FREE using this link:  Follow Andy’s inspiring business adventures here.

1 Jul 202457min

There were many times in my life when I needed to put my game face on because I gotta pay a huge amount of debt.  My biggest, most challenging story with debt happened when I lost my dad at 22.  He spent two months in the ICU, and his meds were costing us at least $800 a day.  My mom worked hard day and night to care for him, I went out and made as much money as I could, and we borrowed from so many people.  Unfortunately, after all of that work, my dad passed away.  We experienced a loss much bigger than money.  Losing my dad was one of the most painful moments of my life. So painful it even dwarfed the fact that I owed over $60,000 USD (3 million pesos) when I was barely making $1,000 a month that time.  So I got to work right away, did my best to support my family, became a breadwinner at 22, and paid off that debt like my life depended on it.  And my, I learned a lot. Every debt that came after that was child’s game. And, along the way, I learned lessons on how to manage debt, investment, and revenue generation.  Join me as I shared my best mindset shifts, practical lessons, and strategies to get over a huge debt.  One day you might need it. :) If you liked this episode, please drop a 5 star review and share with a person you care for.  I also have the video version up on my Youtube channel.

24 Jun 202438min

What do corporate people really think of remote work? And how different is it from us, entrepreneurs? I was always curious about this, so I thoughtfully threatened— I mean, convinced!-- my husband, the ultimate retired corporate guy to tell me about his experience.  The remote work culture blew up during the pandemic big time, and in this episode, we talked about the emotional journey that went with it, the changes we noticed from our colleagues, best practices both from corporate and smaller businesses, and most of all, what we did to cope with the challenges of the pandemic. (Well hopefully there’s not a next one.) Bonus: If you’re a business owner, listen til the end to peep our top 3 tips to make the most out of a happier, more productive workplace with remote work.  And oh, get to know my husband, Alex. :) Alex Booth's journey is nothing short of inspirational. Hailing from Northern Idaho, his love for the outdoors and relentless ambition drove him from snowboarding to golf and onto the business world.  Starting in Seattle at YP, he aimed high, nearly hitting an ambitious earnings goal that dwarfed his family's modest income. His quest for growth led him through tech giants like Microsoft Bing Ads to Amazon, where he excelled in customer success.  The pandemic turned his path to Mexico, where love and new beginnings awaited. Alex founded Huckleberry Consulting, leveraging his expertise to foster customer-centric growth. Tune in for a story of determination, love, and entrepreneurship. Follow him on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-booth-huckleberry/ Claim a FREE Customer Success Audit too: email him/ his assistant directly at alex@consulthuckleberry.com and mention this podcast episode $1k VALUE. Limited to the first 20 people only.

10 Jun 20241h 2min

As an outsourcing professional, one of the things that I always get asked about is delegation! Many people struggle with it, and oftentimes it is what's in the way before they get to their dream revenue, their goals, their ideal life. Whether you are thinking of how to start properly delegating, or wanting to get better in it as a boss, this podcast is for you. Follow me on Instagram for more happy outsourcing adventures!

28 Mai 202434min