Hit The Mic With The Stacey Harris

After sharing last week why social media DOES matter, this week I'm sharing the reason why it might be a waste of your time.The best part is though I'm breaking down how to stop that. I'm breaking down 6 popular networks and how to check out the analytics for each. Be sure to listen to the whole episode because I do talk about Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+, Instagram and Pinterest. Seriously!Remember that if you want to hear even more about any (or all) of these let me know in the comments below and I'll put together a free training.ResourcesGet More Done WebinarBusiness Amplifier MastermindTwitter AnalyticsCircle CountIconosquareConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMicBe sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSupport the show

We hear a lot about passion driven businesses and why having passion is huge for your business. In this episode we sit down and about not just WHY but HOW to build a business you're passionate about.A little about Kamila…Kamila Gornia is a Holistic Business Coach and she works with passion- and soul-driven solopreneurs to get their mission and message into the world.ResourcesBrand School Master Class Episode 27 - Better Branding with Julie Cottineau Get More Done Free Training Episode 45 - Music and Marketing with Farideh Ceaser The Content CourseConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episode Email me at hello@thestaceyharris.com Tweet with me and include #HittheMic Be sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future show  Support the show

When you sign up for the Hit the Mic VIP Community I invite you to let me know what you're struggling with in your marketing. Recently someone shared that they were struggling with why social media mattered. I of course had to bring this up in a show because I know it's something that comes up for a lot of us, especially when we're neck deep in frustration over it just not working! Today I'm sharing why I think it matters, and of course how you can make it matter more for your business. Be sure to hit the comments and share your thoughts below.ResourcesHit the Mic VIP Community Business Amplifier MastermindConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episode Email me at hello@thestaceyharris.com Tweet with me and include #HittheMic Be sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSupport the show

I loved this conversation, it was so great to hear Rita's story about leaving corporate and starting her current business.She talks about how she did it, and of course we talk about how important it is to create your own journey.A little about Rita…Rita Morales works with female entrepreneurs who want to take their online presence to the next level. After two businesses and working several unfulfilling jobs at corporations, she longed for more but just wasn’t sure what her next business would be. While working at a small office, she was given the responsibility to take on the implementation of the new company website and marketing tasks. She was hooked.After a few years of preparation while continuing to work full-time, she launched her website development business, Brainy Girl Designs. She recently moved across the country from beautiful southern California back where she lived for the past 12 years to her hometown of Columbus, Ohio.Rita strives to support and encourage other entrepreneurs in all of the

  Affiliate programs seem to be everywhere and after years of saying no I decided for me it was time to learn more. In the interest of sharing today's episode is a little different. I'm sharing a few opinions as well as what to be aware of as you start to offer or participate in affiliate programs. I'd love to know what you think though. Hit the comments and share why you do or don't participate in affiliate or offer affiliate programs. I think it's so interesting reading the different perspectives.ResourcesBuild a Better Business Challenge Rock Star Guides Business Amplifier Mastermind Lara McCulloch FTC Information FTC FAQ Doc Erin Smith of The Starter's Club Kimra Luna Denise Duffield-Thomas of Lucky Bitch Melissa Dorn of Foundation You Jules Taggart of Amp and PivotConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episode Email me at hello@thestaceyharris.com Tweet with me and include #HittheMic Be sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSupp

This is a MUST listen for everyone! Amanda and I are talking about being honest, sharing your story, and making your copy work for YOU! She shares great insights on why people want to hear from the real you.A little about Amanda…After more than a decade in corporate communications, Amanda Berlin has found a way to keep content writing and social media from ruining your life. She is a communications specialist and content strategist who works with coaches and mindful entrepreneurs to help them find their voice, create systems for writing great content, and connect with their target audience in a completely authentic and stress-free way. Visit her website for regular tips and tricks for creating content that connects. Sign up to receive her step-by-step guide for writing your website’s ABOUT page. It includes six key writing prompts to get you brainstorming the essential elements of your ABOUT page, guidance on best practices in copywriting, a final grab-and-go About Page Composition Worksheet that will help yo

Today's show is a LIVE one, so be sure to join us LIVE at 2pm on July 15th to talk ALL about ideal clients. I'm also going to be sharing some fun Hit the Mic news with you, including a FABULOUS challenge to get you kicking ass for the rest of 2014. Best part? It's totally FREE!ResourcesRock Star Guide prices are going up at midnight, grab yours now! Sign up for the Build a Better Business challenge! Learn more and apply for the Business Amplifier Mastermind!Connect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episode Email me at hello@thestaceyharris.com Tweet with me and include #HittheMic Be sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSupport the show

As business owners we have a lot of things going on. This often means we neglect some of the important stuff in our personal lives (partly because our professional life is so tangled up in the personal.A little about Jenn…Jenn Scalia is a life + love coach. After suffering through multiple failed relationships, she realized that she needed to fix the relationship with herself and went on become a life coach and relationship expert. Now she works with other women to help them ditch the doubts (and losers in their life) to transform their relationships and change their lives. Find out more about Jenn a twww.jennscalia.com or stalk her on Instagram @awesome_on_purpose ResourcesLIVE #HittheMic on Tuesday, July 15th Grab your Rock Star Guide before the July 15h price increase... Rock Star Guide to Facebook Rock Star Guide to Google+ Rock Star Guide to PodcastingConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episode Email me at hello@thestaceyharris.com Tweet with me and include #HittheMic Be sure to leave your revie

On July 5, 2011 I opened up my first business, and now 3 years later it looks TOTALLY different. Seriously that photo was my first website. So you can see things have changed. In this episode I'ms sharing how my business has evolved. I'm sharing because this month I want to kick off the idea that we need to all spend some time looking back. Look at how far we've come and celebrate it. Also I want us to all evaluate where we are now because that's the best way to figure out what we need to do next to get where we want to be next. I'd LOVE to hear more about your story and what you have coming up in next so hit the comments and share what you've got going on.ResourcesGrow Your List Without An Ebook Webinar Breaking Down Ideal Clients with The Stacey Harris LIVE Show My interview with Maggie Patterson - Picking Your Social Platforms with Stacey Harris Finding Your Own Success The Rock Star SessionsConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episode Email me at hello@thestaceyharris

Today we're taking on stress. I know it's a scary topic but dive in because Nicole has some great insights on not just avoiding it (because that's impossible) but to deal with it. After you listen hit the comments and share with me what you do to check out and relax.A little about Ellen…Ellen Ercolini is a Money Making Expert and Business Strategist.She works with smart, savvy + wildly creative business owners, helping them clarify + package their skills, talents + awesomeness in ways that make serious moolah.She took her part time coaching gig and turned it into a full time 6 figure business, and is dedicated to helping you do the same.If you’re ready to get paid more, develop services that are so irresistible they basically sell themselves, and kickstart your ascent into fame, you need her.ResourcesCheck out the Rock Star Sessions before they go away...Ellen's Make More Money ProgramConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and

Today I'm getting real about why I podcast, since I'm opening up the doors to the Rock Star Guide to Podcasting it only seemed right. I think we spend a lot of time worrying about the tech, the time, and the cost. The thing we overlook is the why. I'm sharing why I podcast, why I don't have sponsors, and why I format the show the way I do. If you're interested in podcasting this is a great insight on why I run this the way I do, and also why there is no right or wrong answer. Be sure to hit the comments and let me know what you love (or don't love) about the show.ResourcesRock Star Guide to Podcasting Launch Your Podcast Webinar Google+ 101 on The Starters ClubConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episode Email me at hello@thestaceyharris.com Tweet with me and include #HittheMic Be sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSupport the show

Today we're taking on stress. I know it's a scary topic but dive in because Nicole has some great insights on not just avoiding it (because that's impossible) but to deal with it. After you listen hit the comments and share with me what you do to check out and relax.A little about Nicole…Nicole Liloia, LCSW is a stress+less coach who helps smart-yet-stressed women center themselves, develop self-care plans that stick and transform their relationship to stress for life at www.nicoleliloia.com. Nicole helps teaches you simple ways to become mindful in your everyday life and helps you learn to be kind and compassionate towards yourself so that you can find your piece of peace in the midst of chaos. Join her 5 Day STRESS LESS Challenge at http://nicoleliloia.com/5-day-stress-challenge/ so you can start living more right now!ResourcesNicole's Stress Less Challenge Check out the Rock Star Guides before the price increase July 15thConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at he

A few weeks ago I ran a bit of an experiment. I decided, pretty impulsively, that I wanted to try out a Pay What You Can offer for my community. I did keep it super simple and super short. I offered it on one specific product and I also kept the time limit short. I offered it for only 36 hours.Here's the fun part though, sharing what I learned. These takeaways were both from feedback I received from people, as well as the results I had.Have you ever offered this kind of opportunity? Would you?ResourcesRock Star Guide to FacebookRock Star Guide to Google+Rock Star Guide to PodcastingPay What You Can Page (This is just an example to show you, I am not currently running this offer.)Support the show

Plan Your Next Event with Renatta EmersonMore and more online entrepreneurs are putting together live events to bring their community together. Personally I’m a HUGE fan of this because that’s more events I can attend and connect with folks in real life.It had me thinking though, could I do a live event? I sat down with Renatta and talked about the process and she really broke down what it would take. I knew IMMEDIATELY that we needed to have her on the show so she could share this stuff with you.If you’re considering a live event (and we talk everything from small workshops to massive events) this is a must listen episode. Be sure to share your event ideas (or upcoming events) in the comments.A little about Renatta…Planning Your Next Event with Renatta EmersonRenatta Emerson is an event planner, a celebrator of life, and owner of Immersion Events, based in Seattle, Washington. Renatta’s philosophy is Life – even at work – is meant to be celebrated.Renatta graduated from the University of Washington with a ba

It's soapbox time again. I've been really fired up lately because I've been hearing a lot and reading a lot about people saying that there is only ONE way to success, and even worse that there is only one real version of success. That's just not true, we each decide what success means for us and you know what, it can change! Listen to this episode and then hit the comments and share your insights on what success means for you.ResourcesReady to start your podcast? Join me for a live for a FREE webinar on June 19th The Wardrobe Code - Why It's Okay to be Materialistic  Denise Duffield-Thomas - Lucky Bitch BootcampConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episode Email me at hello@thestaceyharris.com Tweet with me and include #HittheMic Be sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSupport the show

I'm really excited to get talking about something that is the cornerstone of a successful business... sales! I know A LOT of online business owners who say they're no good at it or that they hate it but I encourage you to listen to my chat with Kendrick. She's giving some actionable steps to handle sales calls in a way that both convert and also don't feel gross. We're also talking about the art of the follow up, and why it's such an important (and often overlooked) step in the sales process.A little about Kendrick…Kendrick Shope is the Creator of Authentic Selling, a process designed to take the ick out of selling so that you can do more of what you love, make money, and, make a difference. In her previous life, Kendrick worked for 3 Fortune 500 companies and was a top performing sales representative. You can learn more about Authentic Selling at kendrickshope.com, K TV or on NBC Chicago, where Kendrick is a regular contributor.ResourcesLearn more about Sales School Check out Ke

This is a question I have had a lot recently and I wanted to get people really clear on this because we all know how critical content is to our marketing. I don't believe there is a right answer to this question but I'll do my best to offer one. Mostly though I'm breaking down the pros and cons of each kind of content, audio, video, and written.ResourcesReady to start your podcast? Join me for a live for a FREE webinar on June 19th Episode 4 - Blog Events, Writing, and Self Publishing with Amanda Shofner Episode 37 - Get Your Writing Project DONE with Amanda Shofner Episode 58 - How NOT to Market Your Business on Social Media Rock Star Guide to Google+Connect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episode Email me at hello@thestaceyharris.com Tweet with me and include #HittheMic Be sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSupport the show

I'm amped to share this conversation, we're talking to Erika Jordan of Hey Boss Lady. We get together and geek out on social media a bit, even diving back to our love of MySpace. No seriously we talk MySpace at one point. Give it a listen and learn a little bit about bringing your personality into your brand and the value of a good selfie.A little about Erika…Erika Jordan is a Social Media Boss Lady and owner of Hey Boss Lady, LLC. She provides simple, fun and highly effective strategies to make valuable connections online, and specializes in getting women entrepreneurs ditch their corporate jargon and get personal with their followers online. This strategy is called 'Losing the Suit.' When Erika isn't helping boss ladies around the globe with their social media, she can be found traveling, sipping on great wine, and hiking with her husband and hound dog. ResourcesHow to Deal with unwanted friend requests from Boss Lady Broadcasts  #Selfie Song Embrace the Selfie: The 5 W's to Se

 According to the latest Social Media Marketing Industry Report from Social Media Examiner these two tools are looking at some massive growth in 2014. I'm breaking down that and a few other highlights of the report. In addition to talking about Google+ and Podcast I talk about the effectiveness of Facebook, how critical it is to analyze your social media activity, and even outsourcing and how I recommend doing it. I really encourage you to read this, it's going to be pretty critical information for your marketing this year. I also squeezed in a little bit about the latest Facebook change to the algorithm.ResourcesNew Facebook algorithm change info from Facebook Get your copy of the Social Media Marketing Industry Report Why you can't Ignore Google+She Podcasts GroupEpisode with Jessica Kumferman about podcastingChoosing Your Social Media NetworkRock Star Guide to Google+Connect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episode Email me at hello@thestaceyharris.com Tweet with me and include #HittheMi

We're stepping a bit away from traditional business chats in this one. I want to talk aboutA little about Catherine…Catherine Basu, MEd is the owner of Fit Armadillo®, the fitness company that lets you enjoy fitness at your place and your pace.  She's a personal trainer who's on a mission to help busy women everywhere ditch the gym and learn how to tone up at home.  Catherine works with beginning exercisers online through individual sessions and group programs.  She's passionate about teaching her clients and fans how to avoid fad diets and products so they can achieve lasting results.  To learn more about Catherine and to get on the Fit Armadillo A-List visit http://FitArmadillo.com.ResourcesGet right with Google+, learn more about the Rock Star Guide to Google+Connect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMic Be sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSupport the show