Package Your Genius Personal Branding Podcast

How did your childhood experiences shape your relationship to achievement? How do you go after praise, and how do you process praise and applause once you receive it? On this episode of Package Your Genius, we have therapist Dr. Reisha Moxley (our therapist in residence)back for another special episode in this series on the mindset shifts necessary to claim your biggest dreams. Because as you know, mindset is everything. In this episode we explore: The gift and curse of high achievement How the praise you experienced as a child shapes how you process praise as an adult The ball and chain of achievement How to reframe praise as a parent to your kids How to find "peace in the plateaus" between achievements When goal setting triggers dormant, unresolved issues and old feelings come back up Why you don't have to know all of the answers ... and much more To ask a question for an upcoming episode of the podcast visit http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast to ask your question To contact Dr. Moxle

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast When was the last time you felt in over your head or out of your depth about something in your life or business? What was your first response? Did you try to figure it out on your own, keep pushing blindly forward despite your limitations? Or did you find someone who could help you figure out where you were going wrong? In this episode of Package Your Genius I explore five reasons why we don't ask for help, and how that holds us back from getting the support we need to claim our boldest dreams. Inspired by a real life incident with my son, I relay the simple lesson I shared with him - "When you don't know what you're doing, and you don't ask for help, the only thing you can possibly make is a mess." This holds true for life, relationships, business, cooking, ponytails - everything!

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast Therapist in residence Dr. Reisha Moxley joins Amanda as a co-host on this episode of Package Your Genius. Amanda and Reisha discuss the difficult feelings that can come up during the holiday season, how to deal with sadness, dissolved relationships and friendships, what to do with feelings of discouragement when you haven't reached your goals and processing the sense of loss after the death of a loved one. This is an emotional episode - grab your tissue!

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast Are you doing the work for the applause? Or are you out here trying to make an impact? How many times have you looked over your shoulder just to see who was there waiting to pat you on the back? Or, when was the last time that you checked your podcast stats (guilty!) or website stats and got discouraged when the numbers weren't where you thought they should be? If you have ever found yourself in this situation, this podcast is for you. As a creative, a coach, an artist, a healer, an expert with information to share, it's only natural to look to your audience in an effort to uncover if you're on the right track with your content, or if your brand is resonating. But at a certain point it's important to let go of the need for applause, unhook from the expectation of praise and simply DO THE WORK. You never know who is watching you silently. You're probably unwittingly inspiring someone right now! And, after all, if there is still work to be done, there is stil

[Ep. 31] Are you prioritizing connection? by Amanda Miller Littlejohn : Personal Branding Coach and PR Strategist

Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn your homemade product into a product line, then a full-fledged company? Gwen Jimmere was a new mom with a big idea who did just that. When she set out to simplify her hair care routine, add valuable hours back to her schedule and decrease the ingredients in her beauty regimen, she stumbled upon a product that would quickly become a household favorite for natural hair enthusiasts everywhere. Her young company is nearing the 7-figure revenue mark in only a few years time. We talked to Gwen about what it takes to take your products from the kitchen table to the shelves of Whole Foods stores around the world. About Gwen The first black woman to hold a patent for a natural hair care product, winner of the 2014 Black Enterprise Elevator Pitch Competition, and named one of Hello Beautiful's 30 Under 30 Entrepreneurial Mavens, Gwen Jimmere is a frequent keynote speaker and highly requested panelist on business and entrepreneurship. As the founder and CEO of NATURALI

It's important that you're building your personal brand on a strong foundation. But it's easy to look at what others are doing and click "copy - paste". But if you try to build your brand around someone else's expertise and not your own, it's going to be tough going. What do you have the credibility to share? What do you have the credibility to coach others through? What do you have the credibility to teach? If you've successfully and repeatedly helped others to do something (lose weight, make more money, land media), you have the credibility to teach that thing. If you yourself have successful and repeatedly done something (raised your credit score, gotten out of debt, bought real estate, built a website), you have the credibility to teach that thing. Even if you think that what you know isn't "sexy" there are people out there who need clarity around what YOU provide. So focus on finding and sharing THAT versus doing what you see others do whether you have the credibility to do it too or not.

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast Warning: personal story ahead. The year I started my business was one of the hardest years of my entire life. It was the year that I became a mother and despite the joys of motherhood, my personal life was a mess. You see, all of these major life events just so happened to coincide with the Great Recession of 2008-2009 and the economy was crumbling around me. Not only was my reporting job eliminated, but my husband was laid off in that same time span. Add a newborn baby to the mix and you can quickly see how that got real stressful, real fast. I remember feeling embarrassed, humbled, defeated, depressed. It felt like all of the odds were stacked against me. They were stacked against this frightened, new young family that was struggling to get off the ground. But somehow, some way we made it out of that year. We not only survived, but we began to thrive on the other side. Before we made it out though, there were a few times that I distinctly came to rec

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast Are you constantly held back by fear? Crippled by self-doubt? Have you been more loyal to your fears than to your dreams? It may be time for you start PLAYING BIG. In today's episode, I had the absolute privilege of interviewing women's leadership expert and bestselling author Tara Mohr who wrote the book Playing Big. I discovered Tara's ideas while listening to the Harvard Business Review's podcast where she shared her ideas on the topic of the inner critic. I was immediately drawn into her thoughts and looked her up online. When I found her book, I devoured it over the span of several days. She joins me to talk all things Playing Big - her research covers the inner critic, the inner mentor, slaying self doubt, ways we hide from our greatness and how to make big leaps. If you repeatedly find yourself unable to move forward because you're too afraid to make a move - despite the reality that you're talented, gifted, and successful - it's time for you to start

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast What do you do when you've identified your genius, decided to package it but somehow find yourself derailed by your fears? Unfortunately, this is something that I see often with people that I talk to in my capacity as a personal branding coach. Before you can move into your brand and be who you want to be, you have to slay your internal dragons and push past the fear that holds you back. Think about it: What is stopping you from releasing that innovative new product? Why haven't you hit upload on the debut episode of your new and engaging podcast? How are you consistently coming up with amazing ideas but never turning them into reality? FEAR. But how do you move past it and get into action? To help you and other overcome this internal hurdle, I interviewed my childhood friend and counseling guru for a spirited, lively and hilarious conversation about what it takes to move past your fears, from the perspective of a mental health professional and therapist w

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast You may know the FORMAT that you want your genius to take, but how do you know WHAT your most compelling content/knowledge/or idea is? In this episode, I help you figure out what you know that is valuable enough to package. If you're ready to finally package your genius, but you can't decide which genius to package, this episode is for you! If you missed my Memorial Day Sale, as my gift to you and THANK YOU for listening to this podcast, enjoy a free 90 Minute Course on "How to Create a Signature Product that Monetizes Your Personal Brand" when you purchase The Branding Box. The link is still good, so check it out the deal at http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/memorial-day/ - I will shut it down when we deplete my inventory.

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast As you grow your personal brand and it evolves into a bona fide business, you will undoubtedly experience a few growing pains. You'll need to work with people in order to get more done and move beyond the one-woman show. But if you're like many creatives and have mainly been a producer, artist or technician, assuming the role of manager may give you pause. For a long time, I thought that I simply didn't have that manager gene. I knew I produced good work, but management was beyond me. I didn't have the patience for it. I didn't have the experience. Navigating conflict, following up on missed deadlines, managing conflict? No thanks. I'll just stick to doing my work, please. But as I began to attract more clients and projects and had to work with others, I realized how much of a necessary piece of this equation management skills are. Not only did I need to know WHAT to do, but I also needed to be able to effectively communicate to my team members, conduct crucial

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast As you build your brand, eventually, if you're doing things right, you'll need some help. But how will you find it? In today's episode, I explore how to move beyond the one-woman show and grow a team that builds your empire. Do you consider yourself an artist or "creative"? Are you used to being an independent contributor, a technician, a one-woman show? Have you tried to grow your empire by yourself? Yeah, you can't. We dish about trust issues, opening yourself up to others and finding qualified talent to support you as you grow your team. A few tips from the episode: FIRST If you can't afford to hire someone, ask yourself what can you potentially offer to someone that may entice them to help you out in a barter situation? You may have experience, encouragement, relationships, or even tangible skills. Evaluate what you have to offer in terms of mentorship and connections. SECOND Open your heart and trust that there are people out there who are willing to

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast You've seen the "business bestie" and "squad goals" memes popping up a lot lately and there's a reason why. It's HARD, near impossible to stay on track when you're building your brand. You need at least one other person - an accountability partner, a cheerleader - to help Don't underestimate the importance of like minds. We are winding down in my personal branding mastermind Package Your Genius Academy, and one of the biggest benefits of learning in a cohort like this one is the like minds factor. One of my students remarked that she was excited to be in a group of other ambitious women who didn't think she was doing "too much" Have you ever felt like that? That your friend group thinks you're doing "too much" now that you're on your way to doing bigger things? Listen to this week's episode to learn how and where to identify like-minded friends for your squad. Mentioned in this episode Package Your Genius Academy - my 10 week personal branding mastermind http:

Are you ready to package your story for prime time? Stacey Samuel is an Emmy award-winning journalist and currently a producer for CBS where she crafts prime time stories and books guests for CBS This Morning and CBS Evening News. Previously, Stacey worked alongside Wolf Blitzer as a producer for CNN. A native of New York, Stacey completed her master’s degree in Journalism at Columbia University. She shares her love for reporting and story-telling with her passion for documentary. Her documentary credits include ABC’s 20/20, CNN, Court TV, History Channel, Discovery Health and A&E, WNBC, Lifetime and Nickelodeon. Stacey has been in the media business for years and has watched the trends change as the internet transformed mainstream media over the last few years. Her perspective is particularly valuable for experts seeking to package their stories for today's competitive news market and 24-hour news cycle. During this episode we discussed + what to do when you've never landed any media - where to star

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast This episode was inspired by a conversation with husband and wife Alfred Edmond and Zara Green of Grown Zone - a personal growth development company. During our conversation they shared with me a perspective about how the beliefs you have are the seeds that create your reality. What limiting beliefs do you have about yourself, your income, your relationships or your business? What you believe will manifest! Enjoy the podcast. Mentioned in the episode: Grown Zone - http://www.grownzone.com

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast How do you continuously attract GAME CHANGING opportunities to your brand? That's the question I asked startup investor and advisor Lauren Maillian. Lauren's entrepreneurial journey is an inspiration - after starting her first business - a vineyard and winery at the age of 19, Lauren started Luxury Market Branding, a boutique branding agency and went on to eventually become an investor counting tech startups like Levo League among her portfolio. In 2014, all before the tender age of 30, Lauren authored a business memoir "The Path Redefined" which became a bestseller. She currently can be found each week on Oxygen on the new business show "Quit Your Day Job" which is being hailed as a "Shark Tank" meets "The Profit" for women entrepreneurs. I caught up with Lauren in NYC to talk opportunities - more importantly how she continues to attract opportunity after opportunity in such a fickle entertainment and media world. We discussed how her work ethic coupled

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast How do you handle haters? Do you let them throw you off your game? Or do you use them as motivation to help you go bigger? In episode 18, I offer 3 ways to handle your haters. Mentioned in the episode - Quit Your Day Job on Oxygen starring Lauren Maillian airs on Wednesdays at 10pm EST/9pm CST http://www.oxygen.com/quit-your-day-job

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast How do you evaluate new opportunities for your business? How do you determine whether or not you will work with a potential new client? In this episode of Package Your Genius podcast, I share my number one rule for evaluating new opportunities, how everything isn't for everyone and how sometimes you must draw a line when it comes to your brand.

http://www.amandamillerlittlejohn.com/podcast If you are struggling to connect with the clients who can afford what you charge it's time to rethink your business development and branding strategy.