Best Buildapersonalbrand Podcasts (2025)

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Find Your Focus in a World Full of Noise 14:17

3d ago14:17

14:17

The world today is more distracting than ever! Every five seconds I feel like I get a notification of a text, email, phone call, or social media letting you know someone is engaging with your posts. It can be downright exhausting and your brain goes into overload if you don't manage it. My life seems so busy right now with two kids moving home from…

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Can I Pick Your Brain? Why That Question Costs More Than You Think 15:16

10d ago15:16

15:16

We've all been there where people reach out and ask you "Can I pick your brain" about your area of expertise. If it's a friend, that is one thing. But when strangers do that and expect hours of your time, it feels disrespectful. It is a tricky thing to navigate as they may be a potential client, but you can't spend hours of your day going to coffee…

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5 Reasons You Need a Marketing Pro 15:35

17d ago15:35

15:35

We have all been there, you think you can do something yourself to save a buck. Problem is you end up spending your valuable time trying to figure out something you have no knowledge of to avoid spending money and it ends up costing you way more money in the long run. A guy called me over the weekend asking for advice on creating a new website for …

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How I Took Off 14 Days & Still Made Money 18:22

24d ago18:22

18:22

There are times in life when the unexpected happens and family becomes a priority over work. My sweet Dad was recently diagnosed with brain cancer and after a long, courageous battle, spent a week on hospice and peacefully passed. This was not something I could plan, but as soon as he entered hospice, I knew I needed to spend every waking moment wi…

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Stop Thinking of Marketing as a Cost—Start Seeing It as an Investment 17:39

1M ago17:39

17:39

I met with a wellness company the other day to pitch a marketing plan. They needed leads ASAP and I could have just pitched a Facebook + Instagram ad campaign and got the business, but that is not what they needed. Their website had no human connection, no emotion, just scientific facts about their product that no one will relate to. I suggested th…

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Finding Resilience After Destruction 16:11

2M ago16:11

16:11

I just had a friend who lost her entire house and everything in it in the recent fires we had in Oklahoma. Such an incredibly devastating thing to lose all of your children's baby books, your wedding ring, your daughter's wedding dress for her upcoming wedding, your parents and grandparents family heirlooms, not to mention every single thing you ow…

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Build a Personal Brand To Do It Your Way 17:23

2M ago17:23

17:23

What if I told you that you have been missing out on the one thing that would bring you time freedom and financial freedom to live life on your terms with no regrets, hesitation or fear? There is one thing and one thing only to create time freedom to spend more quality time with your family and financial freedom so you don't have to be dependent on…

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The First 100 Days: Your Startup Survival Guide 21:10

2M ago21:10

21:10

Last week I had the pleasure of speaking to Oklahoma State University entrepreneurship students in a class called The First 100 Days of Launching a Business. Nothing energizes me more than being in Stillwater on campus with smart students ready to take on the world! The first 100 days of a startup are critical for setting a strong foundation. Here’…

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Top Marketing Trends We Are Loving Now 24:29

2M ago24:29

24:29

Just when you think you have your marketing down, a new trend starts getting traction and you feel like you are missing out if you don't jump on it! I remember when my daughter told me skinny jeans were out and I had just spent $200 on a really cute pair! It made me question my purchase because we all want to be on trend! In marketing, things chang…

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Who's Really On Your Team When Things Get Tough? 20:45

3M ago20:45

20:45

Who’s really on your team when things get tough? Adversity has a way of exposing who’s truly invested in your business and who’s just along for the ride. The real question is: 👉 How do you attract MVP team members—the ones who step up when it matters most? 👉 What can you, as a leader, do to reward and retain the ones who go the extra mile? 👉 How do…

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How to Turn Attention into Revenue 14:25

3M ago14:25

14:25

Are You Chasing Followers Instead of Clients? Let’s be real—followers don’t pay the bills… clients do. Yet, so many entrepreneurs focus on likes, views, and comments instead of what actually matters: building a brand that attracts paying customers. In this episode of the DO IT MY WAY Podcast I’m breaking down: ✅ How to convert attention into revenu…

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Why Female CEOs Need to Own the Mic 14:41

3M ago14:41

14:41

Are you a high-level female CEO or entrepreneur looking to expand your reach, attract dream clients, and position yourself as a leader in your industry? You already have the expertise, the influence, and the vision. But are you leveraging your voice to scale your impact? Here’s the truth: You need to own your platform! In the latest episode of the …

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What Brain Cancer Has Taught Me About Living My Life 20:35

4M ago20:35

20:35

We all face adversity in life and sometimes everything seems to hit you smack in the face all at once. Times of adversity teach you what is important in life and who is truly in your corner. Can you imagine hearing the words, "you have brain cancer?" That is what happened to my Dad right after Christmas. It wasn't anything we were expecting because…

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The Recipe for Resilience – Dawn Chesser 36:02

4M ago36:02

36:02

Dawn Chesser was a stay-at-home mom when life threw her an unexpected challenge—cancer. But she didn’t just fight; she found a new purpose. Out of her own kitchen, she created Sixth Day Snacks, starting with her homemade salsa. What began as a side hustle to pay off medical bills has now grown into a thriving family business. In this episode, Dawn …

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5 Ways to Elevate Your Game 12:37

4M ago12:37

12:37

One way I am going to elevate my game in 2025 is to surround myself with successful entrepreneurs that are 3-4 steps ahead of me by joining a mastermind. There's no better way to elevate every area of your life than to hang around people doing what you want to do! Are you wanting to get in shape and feel great in the new year? Join a gym or online …

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What I Do on Sundays to Prepare for the Week 17:54

4M ago17:54

17:54

We've all been there, you have a crazy fun weekend, maybe even take a road trip, and Monday morning comes and you have the Monday blues and you are not prepared for the week. You get to the office, open your computer and stare at it wondering what you are supposed to be doing. You forget your lunch, haven't even looked at your calendar to see what …

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What Do You Want to Leave in 2024? 17:26

5M ago17:26

17:26

We all have things that we need to leave behind to move forward and reach our 2025 goals. Maybe it's a toxic relationship, neglecting self care, overcommitting, or comparing yourself to others. We are all guilty of these habits but once you let go of them, you will find yourself feeling free and able to tackle all that the new year has to offer. In…

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5 Wellness Tips That Will Change Your Life in 2025 14:24

5M ago14:24

14:24

Your health should be your number one priority. If you do not have your health, you cannot enjoy your wealth! Your business is absolutely affected by how you feel. The healthier and more dedicated to wellness you are, the better you will perform and an leader. Every year at the beginning of the year, I reflect on my wellness and health goals for th…

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Everything Happens for a Reason – Jill Donovan 1:01:38

5M ago1:01:38

1:01:38

Jill Donovan’s journey from lawyer to founder of the iconic bracelet brand Rustic Cuff is nothing short of extraordinary. For years, Jill wrestled with finding her true passion, hoping her mentor, Oprah Winfrey, might guide her to clarity. But her full-circle moment came in an unexpected way, sparking the creation of a brand that’s touched countles…

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The Power of Three: Achieve More by Doing Less in 2025 20:18

5M ago20:18

20:18

At the end of the year, I always like to look back and assess how the year went personally and professionally. This is being real with the good, the bad and the ugly! I also do this for my team and meet with them one on one to see how things went from their perspective. I am always surprised at the things I learn from them! I only have 15 team memb…

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Cold Email Mistakes: What Not To Do 23:26

5M ago23:26

23:26

I get hundreds of cold emails and LinkedIn messages every day where someone is trying to sell me something. Everyone has a product or service that they say I can't live without, but very few make it past my delete button. A "cold" email is an unsolicited email sent to someone who does not have a prior relationship with you, typically used for busin…

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5 Reasons Business Coaches Give You Confidence 20:44

6M ago20:44

20:44

I met with a woman yesterday who was undecided about the name of her business. She found D2 Branding on Google a year before and we had this same conversation. She had many things get in the way of life, including having a baby, but she spent an entire year thinking of it and hadn't done anything about it. Fast forward to our conversation yesterday…

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A Journey of Passion and Resilience – LeAnne Taylor 52:07

6M ago52:07

52:07

In this inspiring episode of the Do It My Way Podcast, I sit down with Tulsa television icon LeAnne Taylor, beloved morning news anchor on News on 6. Known for her warmth, professionalism, and deep commitment to her community, LeAnne shares her journey from the newsroom to becoming a powerful advocate for women. She opens up about her fight against…

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How to Write a Book in 6 Easy Steps 30:09

6M ago30:09

30:09

I am so excited to finally say I am a published author! I never thought those words would come out of my mouth! I just released my book, DO IT MY WAY: Empowering Women to Do Life Their Way By Creating a Personal Brand Business. There's no way I would have written the book if I didn't have a coach break it down to these six easy steps. It can seem v…

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The Power of Proactive Scheduling 15:43

7M ago15:43

15:43

I used to fill up my days with meetings and then anytime there happened to be "down time" I would work on personal development, strategic plans, or maybe hit a yoga class. It wasn't very productive and I would find myself never getting to those "extra" things because a fire would be happening with a client or a team member that needed my attention …

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Pursuing Passion, Facing Challenges, and Cultivating Happiness – Lisa Riley 1:01:21

7M ago1:01:21

1:01:21

Lisa Riley shares her incredible journey from refinery manager to owning three Pinot’s Palette franchises in Tulsa. Known for her authenticity and fearless drive, Lisa talks about embracing a major career pivot, the surprises of running an art studio, and learning to prioritize family and health. She opens up about how cancer reshaped her prioritie…

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How Speed Dating Prepares You For Business Success 15:44

7M ago15:44

15:44

I had the honor of judging the Oklahoma State Homecoming Court last week. There were 30 candidates (15 for Queen, 15 for King) and they did a speed dating round for us to get to know the candidates. Each student had two minutes to share a little about themselves and talk about their biggest accomplishment while at OSU and we quickly judged them on …

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Progress Over Protection 24:44

8M ago24:44

24:44

Something I have struggled with over the years is progress over perfection. If it doesn't feel "perfect" I don't like putting it out there whether it's on my social media or on a podcast episode. I had a goal to write a book by the time I was 50 and guess what? I'm 51 and my book is launching in a couple of weeks. I struggled getting it out on time…

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Trailblazing for Women Entrepreneurs – Kathy Taylor 32:27

8M ago32:27

32:27

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Kathy Taylor, former mayor of Tulsa, successful businesswoman, and a relentless advocate for community growth. From leading a city to empowering future female entrepreneurs, Kathy's journey is nothing short of remarkable. We explore her diverse career, her dedication to lifelong learning, and her drive to …

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Is Influencer Marketing Right For My Business? 15:49

8M ago15:49

15:49

We have been doing a lot of influencer marketing lately for clients and seeing some really great results! We all follow influencers that we like and trust and we've probably bought products because they said they were great. Influencers are able to "influence" their audience in such a powerful way. Influencer marketing offers several benefits, maki…

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Do People Really Still Advertise in the Phonebook? 9:59

9M ago9:59

9:59

As I was driving home this past weekend, I noticed there were phonebooks placed at every mailbox in my neighborhood. I had to laugh as I thought to myself, "Is there really still a phonebook?" and better yet, "Are people really still advertising in the phonebook?" Sure enough, it was a full blown phonebook with ads throughout. I took it to work bec…

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Building a Business and a Community – Hannah Arnaud 40:11

9M ago40:11

40:11

I had an amazing conversation with Hannah Arnaud, owner of The Scout Guide - Tulsa. Hannah’s path has taken her from a corporate office, to the classroom, and to a nonprofit before becoming an entrepreneur. She shares the pivotal moments that led her to become a business owner and the community she’s passionately built around it—all while raising t…

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How Do Working Moms Find Work Life Balance? 24:34

9M ago24:34

24:34

Back to school time has me thinking about work/life balance. It is always such a crazy time getting the kids back in gear for school, making lunches, taking them to all of their after school activities all while you are trying to run a business! As a new empty nester, I am wishing those days were back, but remember all too well the hustle it took g…

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10 Reasons Content is King in Your Marketing 17:43

10M ago17:43

17:43

I met with a client the other day who was questioning continuing their social media content posting. They had gotten over 45,000 impressions on their posts in the last couple of months but weren't sure if it was converting to buyers. I get it, when you don't see a return on something you are investing in, it can get frustrating. They weren't doing …

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Finding Your Superpower – LaTonya Pratt 33:25

10M ago33:25

33:25

In this episode, I sat down with LaTonya Pratt, leader of the nonprofit "In Tulsa," which connects job seekers to opportunities. LaTonya shares her journey from aspiring to be the next Oprah to becoming a leader in HR and a champion for women. She discusses her role as a mom, wife, and career woman, fashion influencer, and the importance of finding…

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Give More Than You Receive 12:17

10M ago12:17

12:17

I was reminded of why it is so important to give more than you receive yesterday when I got a call from an attorney out of L.A. that I talked to back in 2020. He saw something I posted on LinkedIn when we were in the thick of Covid and things weren't looking so good for business owners. I felt helpless myself, but decided that I had knowledge that …

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Following Your Calling and Empowering Women – Courtney Bullard 40:11

11M ago40:11

40:11

Courtney Bullard is a dynamic speaker, accomplished author, and dedicated mentor with a passion for making a difference. As a mother and wife, she balances her personal and professional life with grace and determination. Courtney is also the visionary behind The Pearl House, a life-changing nonprofit organization that empowers teenage girls in Ghan…

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Turn Adversity Into Motivation 17:51

11M ago17:51

17:51

We all face adversity from time to time and it can be a real downer! It has taken me some time, but I have learned to turn my adversity into motivation! One of the hardest things I have lost was the Tulsa Spirit Award competition for my business start up idea: a niche website for moms in the Tulsa area. I can't remember if it was a $10,000 or $15,0…

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Why Leaders Should Avoid Doing The Work 15:05

12M ago15:05

15:05

My 19-year-old son, Jace, is an intern at D2 Branding this summer and he had his friend come with him one day. They are fresh out of high school and learning how a digital marketing agency works. At the end of the day, his friend said to me, "You mean you don't do any of the work?" It made me laugh because he thought I was a genius creating website…

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Never Stop Cold Calling! 12:54

12M ago12:54

12:54

I recently hired a sales rep and we spent a day cold calling local businesses, which is walking in without having an appointment or knowing who to talk to. It reminded me that you can never stop cold calling! Remember people have to get to know you, like you and trust you to buy. You have to start somewhere! We talked to 15 different business owner…

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You Can Do It All AND Be Successful – Teresa Forehand 43:29

12M ago43:29

43:29

Tulsa-based digital creator, Teresa Forehand, started her career as a physician’s assistant and loved her job until she had a baby and realized her priorities were changing. She began sharing her workouts online and documenting her journey while growing a large following on Instagram. She eventually left her PA job, and now is a mom of three little…

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Why You Should Say Yes To That Speaking Engagement 22:02

1y ago22:02

22:02

Someone asks you to speak as an expert in your industry but you would rather die than get in front of a group. I know you are probably thinking no, but the next time you get asked, you need to say YES! It is a great way to get your personal brand out there and be seen as the expert in your industry. You can also get sales leads added to your list. …

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7 Steps to Creating a Successful Personal Brand 20:40

1y ago20:40

20:40

We've talked a lot about personal branding and the importance of launching a personal brand to grow and scale your business. You might be thinking, ok, I know I need to create a personal brand, but I just don't know where to start! After coaching female CEOs and entrepreneurs on creating personal brands, I came up with the seven things that make su…

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Six Options If You Are Out of Money for Your Startup 17:00

1y ago17:00

17:00

If you are thinking of starting a business, listen up! Business startups are not for the faint at heart! I recently met with a client who had just spent $250k on a build out for their business and they were out of money and ready to give up. Find out the six options I coached her on and quitting was not one of them!…

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Paving The Way For Women – Dr. Kayse Shrum 34:26

1y ago34:26

34:26

We took the DO IT MY WAY Podcast on the road to my alma mater, Oklahoma State University, to chat with the university’s first female President, Dr. Kayse Shrum! She started as a pediatrician, became Dean of the medical school at OSU, and now is the President! Not to mention a wife and mother to SIX KIDS! She has set an incredible example for young …

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Creating a Personal Brand is Your X Factor 16:10

1y ago16:10

16:10

Find out why a personal brand can be the X Factor that separates you from your competition! All you need is your skills, experience and personality to create a personal brand that will elevate your business!

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Becoming a Community Leader – Tina Parkhill 26:36

1y ago26:36

26:36

Tina Parkhill is a community leader who has been recognized for her amazing contributions in community service and business. She’s been recognized as ‘Woman of Distinction’ and ‘Volunteer of the Year,’ and ‘Fastest Growing Company,’ just to name a few. Tina shares with us her story of leaving the corporate world to become an entrepreneur, while pri…

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Accounting to Marketing to District Development – Shea Roach 36:06

1y ago36:06

36:06

Shea Roach is the Co-Founder of Freeform, a global marketing automation company for people to get the most out of their digital marketing efforts. They developed their own software, Profithack that is known as the Quickbooks of marketing. Shea has worked with celebrity clients like Odell Beckham Jr., Duck Dynasty, and ESPN. She worked in corporate …

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A Tulsan With A Vision – Teresa Knox 45:20

1+ y ago45:20

45:20

Tulsa entrepreneur, Teresa Knox, wears many hats. Teresa shares how she started her career as a dental assistant, then went on to teach others, specifically women, about the career and started Community Care College. She explains how she grew the college, opened two more, and now owns some of the most iconic spots in Tulsa, like the Church Studio a…

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Health Journey and Franchise Success – Kay Koziol 47:09

1+ y ago47:09

47:09

Kay Koziol is one of the healthiest 50-year-olds you will ever meet, but she wasn’t always that way. She was a former CEO who put so much time into her work that she neglected her health. Before she knew it, she was 80 pounds overweight and disgusted with herself. Breaking away from her corporate role, she decided to take control of her health and …

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