Thrive is the podcast for content creators, bloggers, and influencers to learn tips, tricks, and behind the scenes info from industry experts who are paving the way. Thrive Founder and CEO Bree Pair interviews entrepreneurs, bloggers, and content creators to get strategic info on how to build a successful business. To stay in touch with all things Thrive head to our website ThriveTogether.Blog and follow us on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog.
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Let’s Grab Drinks is a lifestyle podcast hosted by Bree Pair and Haylee Gaffin. This podcast is a place for conversations on self-improvement, navigating life as a gal, chats about society & culture, a place to talk about mental health, and everything else that comes up when you grab drinks with a friend. For the gal wishing she had a better support system, if you’ve been looking for a podcast with candid conversations about the ups and downs of life, you’ve found it! New episodes on Mondays ...
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Welcome to Partners in Crime (P.I.C.) True Crime Podcast! Join us as we delve into chilling true crime stories and uncover the mysteries behind some of the most infamous cases. With our expert insights and captivating storytelling, we aim to bring you closer to the darker side of human nature. We hope you become our partners in crime as we explore these tales together. Thank you for checking us out, and we hope you enjoy the journey!
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355 | 3 Simple Shifts That Took My Content to the Next Level—Thrive in Five!
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4:55What I learned from one Instagram Reel completely changed how I approach content. In this episode, I break down three key takeaways from a recent Instagram Reel I posted—lessons that apply to any type of content, not just Reels. If you’ve ever felt stuck, inconsistent, or like everyone else is just better at content creation, this one’s for you. 👉 …
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354 | The Branding Shift That Helps Creators Hit 6 Figures with Katie Trant of Foodie Brand Lab
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33:36Are you tired of second-guessing everything you post, especially when you see other creators killing it on social media? We’re talking all things branding in this episode of Thrive, and we’re flipping the script. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, you’re going to feel confident in every single piece of content that you create. Listen in as brand exper…
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353 | Essential Summer Moves to Grow Your Content This Fall—Thrive in Five!
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5:32You’re not imagining it—yes, we’re talking about fall… in May. This week, I’m getting real about why content creators need to look way ahead—even when it still feels like summer hasn't started. The truth is, if we want to crush Q4 and show up strong for the holiday season, the groundwork happens now. 👉 How to Start a Blog Guide! Https://thrivetoget…
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352 | Simplify Your Email Marketing for Better Results with Allea Grummert
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37:20Dying to see real results from your email list? Would you believe me if I told you that sending four emails a week won’t lead to burnout, but instead could increase connection and make you more money? We’re talking all things email strategy on this episode of Thrive. I’m joined by email marketing expert Allea Grummert, and we’re breaking down how y…
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351 | Viral Visibility Game: Get Your Content Seen—Thrive in Five!
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5:56You’re posting, you're creating, you're hustling... but is anyone actually seeing your amazing content? (Spoiler: not nearly enough people.) In today's episode, we're flipping the script on "post and pray" strategies with something way more fun—and way more effective—the Viral Visibility Game! It’s time to stop relying on the algorithm and start de…
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350 | The ManyChat Strategy Creators Aren’t Using (But Should)
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14:46Imagine this: You post a Reel on Instagram, ask people to comment a keyword like "Guide," and bam — you're buried under a mountain of DMs you now have to respond to manually. Or maybe you’ve gotten fancy and set up a one-step ManyChat automation that fires off a single link… and then crickets. Friend, you're just scratching the surface. ManyChat ha…
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349 | Hot Take: I Kinda Hate ChatGPT—Thrive in Five!
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6:50So… I have a hot take. I kinda hate ChatGPT. And before you come for me—let me explain. In this episode, I’m sharing the (hilarious but painful) story of how I asked ChatGPT to tell me my business blind spots—and instantly regretted it. Spoiler: it dragged me. If you’re building your content business from scratch and wondering why growth feels so d…
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348 | Recovering from the Helpful Content Update: SEO Tips for Bloggers in 2025
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38:32Want to know how to use SEO to your advantage? Google is undergoing major changes, and so many creators have seen a drop in their pageviews. On this episode of Thrive, I’m joined by Nina Clapperton, founder of She Knows SEO, to dive into what’s really going on with Google’s Helpful Content Update. Listen in to learn exactly what you should focus on…
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347 | Building 6-Figure Revenue Streams as a Creator in 2025
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52:29Over the last few years, we've seen so much growth in the content creation industry—we're part of a booming $250 billion creator economy that spans industries far beyond Instagram and YouTube. While the opportunity is massive, the income gap is just as wide. In today's episode, I'm joined by Emma Cortes of Emma's Edition to break down what’s actual…
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346 | What It’s Really Like on a Coaching Call with Content Creators
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34:10Is it time for you to invest in your brand through a coaching program? In this special episode, we’re giving you an exclusive peek inside a recent group coaching call from Shift, our high-touch coaching program for content creators. You’ll hear real-time strategy sessions, audience-building ideas, and a few powerful pep talks that just might hit ho…
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345 | The Content Repurposing Strategy Every Creator Needs to Hear—Thrive in Five!
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7:01You're probably sitting on a goldmine of unused content—most creators are. In this episode, we're breaking down how to repurpose your existing content across multiple platforms without copy-pasting blindly. Learn how to tailor your message for each platform, build a sustainable system for sharing again and again, and finally give your content the r…
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344 | Building a Brand That Gets Noticed with Shavonda Gardner - Pt. 2
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23:19Welcome to part two of my conversation with interior designer and content creator Shavonda Gardner! We were having such a great conversation that we kept recording and split the conversation into two parts! In this episode, Shavonda and I dive into how community building played a role in her growth. We also discuss how to navigate trends without fe…
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343 | Pricing Your Sponsored Content to Get Paid—Thrive in Five!
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6:20If you've ever struggled with pricing your sponsored or branded content, we've developed a pricing guide just for you. After spending years in this industry, studying what bloggers and content creators are charging, and researching industry standards, this guide was created to keep you from undercharging for your work! 📲 Get your hands on our Prici…
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342 | Building a Brand That Gets Noticed with Shavonda Gardner - Pt. 1
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33:24How do you stand out in a crowded space? What’s the secret to differentiating yourself, finding your signature style, and staying true to yourself? These are questions that every business owner and content creator asks at some point. In this episode, Shavonda Gardner joins us to share how you can build a brand that gets noticed while staying true t…
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341 | Creativity Fuels Long-Term Growth—Thrive in Five!
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8:19Why is it so easy to get sucked into the to-do lists, money-making tasks, and those recurring tasks that have to happen in business? It often causes us to lose sight of creativity, which is a huge factor in finding long-term growth. In today's episode, I'm challenging you to slow down and focus on creativity! Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram…
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340 | The Power of Your Influence with Harley Jordan
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34:23Are you in need of a social media therapy session? Let me invite you into mine with Harley Jordan! Harley joins me to remind me of the power of influence. Listen in as we explore the impact of a judgement detox, the power of misunderstanding, and the influence that women hold in the female dominated influencer industry. Resources Mentioned Boldflue…
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339 | Creating Tripwires to Make More Money with Email—Thrive in Five!
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5:43If you want to make money by sharing your freebies, you need to set up a tripwire! This is the easiest way to start making money from your own digital products without feeling like you are asking your audience to buy all the time. Listen in as I highlight what a tripwire is, and the tools I recommend to get started! Don't forget! DM Bree over on In…
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Ken and Barbie Killers: The Perfectly Twisted Pair – Part Two
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34:56Send us a text In part two of the chilling saga of "The Ken and Barbie Killers," join Heather, Mike, and Bree as they unravel the twisted romance between Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka, two of Canada's most notorious criminals. This episode delves deeper into their sinister bond, revealing how their seemingly perfect facade masked an escalating sp…
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338 | Strategically Grow Your Blog with SEO with Anne Zirkle & AnnMarie Christiano
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38:01Building a successful blog takes more than just compelling writing and eye-catching photos. To truly expand your reach and attract consistent traffic, you need to harness the power of Search Engine Optimization (SEO). In this episode, we're joined by Anne Zirkle and AnnMarie Christiano to explore actionable strategies to help you grow your blog wit…
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337 | Steal My IG Trial Reels Strategy—Thrive in Five!
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7:31Don't let the new trials feature on Instagram Reels intimidate you! You can use it to your advantage! In today's episode, I'm sharing my own strategy to using the trials to train the algorithm and grow my account. While I'm still in my own testing phase, I know trial reels have been a big topic of conversation, so I invite you to join me in testing…
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336 | Income vs Followers: What Matters More?
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19:42If you’re growing a business and promoting it on social media, you naturally want more income and more followers. But is one more important than the other? Is your social media actually creating income? That’s what we’re getting into on this episode of Thrive. Today's episode is brought to you by Shift: Are you ready to get paid for your creativity…
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Some days we just need a little pep talk. I've experienced my own personal journey of changes and pivots over the last two years, and recently seen my friends and students face their own emotional journeys, that it prompted this conversation. If you're needing permission to give yourself grace, looking for encouragement, or just needing guidance on…
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334 | Elevate Your Rates as a Content Creator—Pricing Guide Updates!
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9:40 If you've ever felt unsure about your rates and what to charge brands, then I've got you covered. When we are not feeling super confident in what we are charging brands, what we are pricing them, and how the budget varies from brand to brand, it can be really unnerving. Not knowing how to price in our pitches can cause a lack of confidence, impost…
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333 | Use LinkedIn to Connect with Brands—Thrive in Five!
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5:54I'm officially a LinkedIn girly—want to join the club? If you're not leveraging LinkedIn for brand deals, you're leaving opportunity and money on the table! In this episode, I'm sharing three things I've learned about utilizing LinkedIn to secure and nurture long-term brand deals with brands you love! This conversation was inspired by our recent ex…
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Ken and Barbie Killers: The Perfectly Twisted Pair – Part One
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38:56Send us a text If ever there was a real-life Ken and Barbie, it would be Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka—blonde, beautiful, and seemingly perfect. But behind their catalog-worthy facade lurked a darkness beyond imagination. In this chilling first part of our deep dive, we explore their early lives, the red flags, and the disturbing path that led Pa…
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332 | Scattered, Overwhelmed? This is for you—Thrive in Five!
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6:01It's time to push past this habit of winging it when it comes to working on your brand. If you're ready to know exactly what you're working on every time you sit at your desk, this episode is for you. This is your sign to get organized, so in this episode I'm sharing tools, systems, schedules, and tips you can use to get your organized in your day-…
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331 | AI Tools for Content Creators with Emma Cortes of The Creative Edition
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48:28Are you making the most of the AI tools available for you as a creator? From free programs to paid, there are so many benefits to productivity for creatives. Listen in as Emma Cortes joins me in this special episode to share how you can get started with AI, along with our favorite tools and how to use them! Today's episode is brought to you by Shif…
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Samuel Little Part 3 – The Final Reckoning
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53:44Send us a text In this final installment of our three-part series on Samuel Little, we pick up after the chilling events of Part 1 and Part 2, maintaining the same title format that has carried the story from the beginning. Part 3 delves into the latter half of Little’s criminal career—a period defined by increasing brutality, rampant evasion, and …
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330 | Balancing Creativity with Business Growth
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24:06Are you feeling pulled in too many directions, that you can't enjoy your creativity? This is an easy path to burnout. I was really feeling this way at the end of last year, and I knew something had to change. In today's episode, I'm sharing an important mindset shift you need to make, along with how to find balance between your creative side and yo…
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329 | Secret to Affiliate Income Growth—Thrive in Five!
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7:03Are you wanting to develop a strategy for your affiliate marketing income growth? In today's episode, we're reviewing how you can set that strategy and building a consistent income with affiliate income! Plus I'm highlighting a few additional tips around affiliate marketing! Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her an…
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328 | Pinterest vs. Google: How Nadalie Bardo Gets 2x the Revenue
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29:49If you were impacted by Google's Helpful Content update, we have the solution for you to earn back your traffic and increase your revenue! Our favorite Pinterest coach joins us to share how you can create a simple workflow that incorporates Pinterest into your existing marketing strategy! Plus listen in to hear how her Pinterest traffic is outperfo…
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327 | Is your media kit too small?—Thrive in Five!
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9:03Media kits are essential to making money as a creator! I'm reviewing them all the time for our members inside of Shift and Boldfluence to make sure they're representing their brands well for the opportunities they're looking at! In today's episode, I'm sharing some of the most important areas you can improve on in your media kit! Don't forget! DM B…
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326 | High-Impact Strategies for Business Growth
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25:41If you have an established brand and you're making some money, but you're ready to scale, this episode is for you. In order to scale, you have to focus on prioritizing tasks that drive revenue, increase your engagement, and are going to build you a sustainable brand without feeling overwhelmed. When you're at a level of scaling, you have to make …
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325 | Email Welcome Sequence Explained—Thrive in Five!
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7:17Are you warming your audience up to your email list with a welcome sequence? Maybe you're not sure what to include. In today's episode, we're walking through the four emails that you need to build trust, showcase credibility, and introduce yourself and your brand to your audience. Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask …
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324 | Cracking the Code on Profitable UGC with Anna Mongiello
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36:46If you've been thinking about diving into user-generated content (UGC), we're cracking the code to profitability in today's episode. Anna Mongiello shares how she built a thriving UGC career and how you can do the same. Listen in as she shares how you can get started, what tools to use, and the financial potential you have in adding UGC as a revenu…
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323 | What Should I Email My List?—Thrive in Five!
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5:29Growing your email list is exciting! But then, what do you email them? This is where many of us get in our heads about what to email our list. In this episode, Bree helps you break it down to determine the ROI you want from each email you send. Don't worry. She breaks it down in a super quick and easy way that will have you running to write down no…
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322 | Pricing Strategies to Boost Your Income in 2025
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22:03Are you leaving money on the table? It's time to step up your pricing game! In today's episode, I'm walking you through some of my favorite pricing strategies and how you can boost your income from brands! Creators often face the struggle of long hours, endless ideas, and the constant feeling that success is just out of reach. But here's the truth:…
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321 | Where to Invest in 2025—Thrive in Five!
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6:45It can be scary to invest your money! In a world where everyone seems to be an "expert" who can you trust? In this episode, Bree shares the three questions she asks before she makes a purchase for a course or with a coach. These help her make sure she's not wasting her money and that she can trust her investment was a good decision. Don't forget! D…
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The Drifter’s Darkness: Samuel Little's Reign of Terror (Part 2)
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43:32Send us a text In this second installment of The Drifter’s Darkness, we continue unraveling the twisted life of Samuel Little, America’s most prolific serial killer. Picking up where we left off, Little's trail of terror expands as he evades justice time and time again. With his accomplice Jean by his side, cleaning up his crimes and providing alib…
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320 | Unlocking Lucrative Brand Deals—No Matter Your Audience Size!
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39:41Are you ready to land brand partnerships that pay big? Danielle Desir Corbett joins us in today's episode to share how you can leverage your audience, brand, and content to create brand deals no matter the size of your platform. In this episode, we're diving deep into what it looks like to build relationships with brands and stand out in their inbo…
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319 | Are Masterminds Still a Thing?—Thrive in Five!
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5:43Have you wondered if masterminds are still around? They are! But they're also hidden inside different things... listen in if you're looking to surround yourself with a supportive community! Head to thrivetogether.blog/podcast for the show notes! If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start you…
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The Drifter’s Darkness: Samuel Little's Reign of Terror (Part 1)
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1:01:21Send us a text Step into the chilling depths of the true crime world with Heather, Bree, and Mike, your Partners in Crime (PICs). In this gripping Season 2 premiere, we unravel the haunting life of Samuel Little, America's most prolific serial killer. From a childhood steeped in poverty and abandonment to a four-decade killing spree that left nearl…
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318 | Is Notion the Tool You've Been Missing? with Ania Ngox Ha
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25:21If you're a little disorganized in your business, you might be missing a tool like Notion to help with productivity and ease as a brand. Ania Ngoc Ha joins us in today's episode to highlight the importance of getting organized to run an efficient and successful business. Ania shares why Notion is such a powerful tool and offers insight on automatin…
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317 | Getting Help in Our Business—Thrive in Five!
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6:34Help looks different for all of us, but in 2025 we are going to take care of ourselves and our businesses without sacrificing our sanity! In this episode, we're covering 5 different ways to ask for help, both in your personal life and your business! Head to thrivetogether.blog/podcast for the show notes! If you have established a foundation for you…
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316 | How to Audit Your Content Strategy for the New Year
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21:39Did you struggle with your content in the last year? Whether something didn't work or you simply couldn't keep up with it, it's important to acknowledge the different seasons of life and to give yourself a little grace. In today's episode, we're exploring a few strategies you can take to audit and align your content to ensure you're on track to mee…
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The Hodel Files: Unmasking a Hollywood Monster part 2
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30:27Send us a text In the gripping conclusion of our deep dive into the Black Dahlia case, we explore the chilling life and crimes of George Hodel, one of the most controversial suspects in Elizabeth Short's murder. Was Hodel a deranged serial killer or simply a twisted figure with a dark legacy? Join Bree, Mike, and Heather as they uncover shocking de…
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Sending you the best wishes this holiday season! Talk to you next year! Grab the show notes here: https://thrivetogether.blog/315
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314 | Your 2025 Success Plan: Year-End Audit Essentials—Thrive in Five!
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6:29Welcome to the final Thrive in Five episode of 2024! We're wrapping up with your final assignment of the year—a CEO Report! In this episode, we're quickly walking through a few elements of this report, emphasizing the importance of reflecting on the past year's performance, analyzing data, and setting goals for 2025. Download your CEO Report >> Gra…
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The Hodel Files: Unmasking a Hollywood Monster
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49:58Send us a text What lurks behind the walls of the Sowden House? In The Hodel Files, the P.I.C. True Crime Podcast dives deep into the chilling and twisted life of George Hodel, a man whose brilliance was only matched by his darkness. From his early days as a prodigy to his rise as a powerful Hollywood doctor, George Hodel’s story is one of privileg…
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313| Boosting Your Engagement on Social Media with Shannon McKinstrie
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32:13Have you ever blamed the algorithm for hurting your content's performance? Same—we've all been there. In today's episode, Shannon McKinstrie joins us to share how we can take back the algorithm through a few content creation strategies and tips! Today's episode is brought to you by Shift: Are you ready to get paid for your creativity, have more fle…
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