Guided Goals Podcast #31: Authenticity with Michael Laskin

Michael LaskinDo you want to increase your authenticity?

Curious about what message you send when you walk into a room?

Want tips for getting to know your true self?

Michael Laskin joins us on the Guided Goals Podcast, and we’re going to talk about authenticity. Michael is a professional actor for 40 years; and director, producer, and teacher. He is author of The Authentic Actor.

Michael offers tips for authenticity, personal clarity, setting aspirations, and more.

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Guided Goals Podcast #20: SEO for Your Blog with Lindsay Tredent Mauch

Lindsay Tredent Mauch SEO for Your BlogDo you use SEO for your blog?

Want to make your posts more searchable?

Need help getting started?

Our guest today is Lindsay Tredent Mauch is, and we’re going to talk about SEO for your blog. Lindsay is the Founder of LTM Digital, a Marketing & Social Media Boutique Agency focused on health, fitness, and technology and runs her own health and fitness blog, FitAndAwesome.com.

Lindsay shares the evolution of Fit and Awesome, as well as how to create blog posts for SEO.

Lindsay, who she started her own business while working full time, explains how in 2012 she went through a health and diet change. As she got healthier, people asked to read about her journey, but she did not have a dedicated blog. Over Thanksgiving weekend 2012 the Fit and Awesome blog was born.

Lindsay started writing, went on The Whole 30 Challenge in January, and made a goal to write every day that month. Six months later, she had a website with a huge following.

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Guided Goals Podcast #19: Self Publishing with Marci Baun

Marci Baun Self PublishingAre you considering self publishing?

Have you written a book?

Do you want to write a book to showcase your expertise?

Marci Baun joins us on the Guided Goals Podcast, and we’re going to talk about self publishing. A writer, editor and publisher, Marci is the founder and CEO of Wild Child Publishing and Freya’s Bower, and also helps authors self publish.

Marci talks about what you need to know to write, prep and self publish a book.

People choose to self publish for many reasons: you have more control, you can set your price, you can decide on distribution, and mostly so you don’t have to wait many years to get an agent, find a publisher, and get released.

So many people have a lot of information to share, and this is an easy way to get it out there, Marci says.

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Guided Goals Podcast #18: Interviewing Guests with Harry Duran

Interviewing Guests with Harry DuranDo you interview guests on a podcast?

Ready to step up your game?

Want tips for developing pre- and post-interview relationships?

Harry Duran joins us on the Guided Goals Podcast, and we’re going to talk about interviewing guests for your podcast. We’ll also talk about maintaining ongoing engagement with them well after their episode is live.

Harry Duran is the host of Podcast Junkies and the founder of FullCast, a full-service podcast concierge service. Note: Harry’s next Blab podcast is this Wednesday, January 13.

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Guided Goals Podcast #17: Debra Eckerling Answers Goal Questions

Deb answers questions about goalsHave you set goals for the new year?

Do you have a plan to achieve them?

Want to set yourself up for success?

Debra Eckerling, project catalyst and host of the Guided Goals Podcast, answers questions about how to set and achieve goals in the new year.

Debra is joined by Tara Coomans, founder of Poodle Mafia, who will be asking the questions, posted by the Guided Goals community. (Tara was the first podcast guest ever, and now joining us for the first show of 2016.)

For future “ask Deb” episodes, post questions on Facebook, tweet to @Guided Goals, or email your goal questions to guidedgoals@gmail.com.

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Guided Goals Podcast #6: Disruption with Jay Samit

Jay SamitAre you an entrepreneur?

Do you strive to be?

Want inspiration to make it happen?

Jay Samit joins us on the Guided Goals Podcast, and we’re going to talk about Disruption. Serial entrepreneur and bestselling author Jay Samit, Disrupt You!, is a digital media innovator who has pioneered advancements in content distribution, social media, and ecommerce that are enjoyed by billions daily. [Read more…]

Guided Goals Podcast #5: Public Relations with Liz H Kelly

Liz H KellyNeed to get yourself out there?

Are you promoting your passion project?

Want to know how to get started?

Liz H Kelly joins us on the Guided Goals Podcast, and we’re going to talk about Public Relations for your passion project. Liz is an author, speaker, UCLA Extension Instructor, Columnist and CEO. She founded Goody PR and Goody Awards to magnify brands, experts and causes making an impact. [Read more…]

Guided Goals Podcast #4: The Influencer Economy with Ryan Williams

Guided Goals Podcast #4: The Influencer Economy with Ryan WilliamsAre you an expert in your industry?

Ready to take things up a notch?

What’s stopping you?

Ryan Williams joins us on the Guided Goals Podcast, and we’re going to talk about The Influencer Economy. Ryan is a writer, entrepreneur and marketer, and founder of The Influencer Economy Podcast and upcoming book. [Read more…]

Guided Goals Podcast #3: Public Speaking with Rick Clemons

Rick Title CardCurious about public speaking?

Are you an expert in a particular subject?

Want to share what you know with the world … or at least your peers and community?

Our guest today is Rick Clemons, and we’re going to talk about getting yourself out there and speaking about your passion project. Rick, RickClemons.com, makes ways for people who’ve got it going to get it going more by helping them Dig their Diff.

Rick, through his coaching, websites and podcasts, helps people step into their best self. [Read more…]

Guided Goals Podcast #2: Project Management with Dave Johnson

Dave J Title CardDo you have a fabulous idea?

Is there a project you’ve always wanted to start?

Are you tired of putting your dreams on hold?

Our guest today is Dave Johnson and we’re going to talk about building your passion project. Dave is the Tech Editorial Director at eHow and is the editor-in-chief of a new site he just launched called Techwalla.com. He is a long-time tech journalist and author of about three dozen books on tech and photography.

Techwalla, which has been in development for the last four or five months, is a review site, like Rotten Tomatoes, but for tech gadgets and products. [Read more…]