Power Up For Profits Podcast

What happens when you have a small team of creatives on a mission to make a positive impact on the world? Those who are creating the best work for their clients while staying 100% aligned with their vegan values? You get a dedicated team at companies like Kakadu Creative. When I sat down with Kayleigh Nicolaou, co-owner of Kakadu Creative, to learn more about what makes her, and the entire creative team tick, she didn’t leave me wondering where she stood on the issue of the health, the environment and animal compassion as a vegan led company. Without a doubt, there is a trend in business where like-minded people are choosing to do business with those who fully understand their values, commitment to the animals, climate healing and the animals. Yet, the concern for those still in the “vegan closet” is that if they are too vocal about being a vegan led and driven organization, they will lose business. They question, “Will we lose business? What will people think? Is there a big enough market reach?” due to the

If you’re like many people, you have a bucket list. There’s a good chance a dream trip is on the list.  One of the most popular dream trips is an African Safari. The type of safari where you drive from one destination point to another while snapping pictures of the extraordinary animals roaming the beautiful landscape.  Yet, there is often a disconnect when one enjoys the awe-inspiring animals while out in the bush only to sit down to a meal with the very animals that caused admiration earlier in the day.  One doesn’t have to look far to find impala, kudu, crocodile, giraffe, zebra, and many other exotic animals on the menu of many restaurants throughout Africa.  This type of trip is more of a nightmare than a dream trip for vegans.  One man who is flying high to change this is long-time pilot, JC De Klerk. Passionate about flying, veganism and introducing others to the mysteries of Africa, JC is on a mission to change the face what it means to experience an African Safari… the Vegan way.  JC De Klerk special

Disrupting the food industry, one nugget at a time, Nowadays is re-defining what cravings for junk foods are all about. Fried junk foods are often thought of as guilty pleasures, but healthier options don’t usually quite scratch that itch to indulge. At Nowadays, co-founder and CEO, Max Elder, doesn’t think cravings should come with a side of guilt. Nor should food damage your body or the planet to be delicious. Nowadays, a venture-backed food tech startup making Plant-Based meats, with only a few simple ingredients and an unparalleled nutritional profile, is fast becoming a favorite of those who want a healthier option to current food choices. Nuggets Lead the Way Nowadays’ flagship product, tasty Plant-Based nuggets, made with a handful of simple ingredients, is overwhelmingly approved by the harshest food critics, children. Nuggets are the perfect category for Nowadays. According to Elder, nuggets is about an $8 billion category in the United States. Visit http://www.eatnowadays.com https://www.instagram.c

With restrictions lifted, many people are once again planning their dream trip. Yet, for many vegans, they run into the challenge of finding vegan friendly environments including healthy food choices and likeminded travelers.   Enter, Brighde Reed, cofounder of the high-end vegan tour company, World Vegan Travel.   World Vegan Travel is fast becoming a favorite for vegan travelers ready to have an exclusive experience in exotic lands around the globe without the worry of their food and lifestyle choices.   Backstory   Brighde spent her formative years in the UK and Australia before her desire to travel took over. The next five years were spent leading group tours for an Australian company around Southeast Asia, France, and Morocco. She met fellow tour guide Seb in Marrakech, fell madly in love and a couple of years later they discovered veganism together.  She became passionate about promoting the vegan message as an activist. Widely traveled for both work and fun, one of her most important jobs at World V

 There is a time and a place for complimentary coaching. Watch this to find out when it's a great idea and when it should be a pass. http://www.veganvisibility.com

Donny Makower is a business leader and marketing veteran who realigned his personal and professional endeavors around plant-based, cruelty-free living. His expertise centers around building organizations, developing, and executing brand strategies, digital marketing, and creating effective customer experiences. He is the Chairman of the Board of The Gentle Barn Foundation. https://www.gentlebarn.org/   With support from those committed to their mission, they work hard each day to create a kinder world by rescuing animals, giving them sanctuary at The Gentle Barn, and healing children through telling the animals’ stories. As the founder and CEO of RDCL Superfoods, Donny is committed to raising awareness about healthy food choices, compassion to animals and being kind to environment. RDCL Superfoods is an innovative new brand that makes plant-based superfood products.  https://rdclsuperfoods.com/ Donny was previously the President & Co-Founder of RED Interactive Agency, a premier digital marketing agency, w

Artist! The word conjures up all sorts of images. For Jasmine Leyva, “Jas” to her friends, the word artist only begins to describe this multi-talented woman. Unapologetically an artist, Jas was born in D.C., a city that used to be more appreciative of doctors, lawyers, and politicians. After she realized Los Angeles would open up opportunities for college and her dream to get into film, Jas relocated to the West Coast.  With a Bachelor of Arts in TV, Film and Media and a Master of Fine Arts in screenwriting, Jas’ resume boasts amazing accomplishments including working as an associate producer on the NAACP winning docuseries entitled, Unsung. From there, Jas was given the opportunity to write and produce on Being, a docuseries highlighting dynamic entertainers in film and music. Happy to be doing what she loved, but simultaneously unhappy about putting that passion into someone else’s vision, Jas decided to let go of her nine-to-five and come into her own reign of pure artistry. Her philosophy is, “no limits a

Your stories either move you forward or hold you back. In this episode, breakthrough expert, Jessica Dugas shares insights into the importance of sharing your stories...especially for vegans. Jessica Dugas is an Intuitive Mentor & Inspirational Entertainer passionate about helping empower humanity to live with less stress and more joy. She is a multi-passionate entrepreneur bringing all her coaching skills, healing modalities, authentic intuition, sense of humor, and love of entertainment to her clients, International Best Selling books, and successful talk show, The Breakthrough Show, and its network. Outside of her business, Jessica is a wife and homeschooling mom of 6 beautiful children enjoying many hobbies http://www.jessicadugas.com http://www.thebreakthroughshow.com

Imagine a world where those who love chicken nuggets can have their cake and eat it too. Simply put, a world where no chicken will lose its life to satisfy the appetite of millions of people who crave chicken nuggets. If Christie Lagally, CEO of Rebellyous Foods, has her way, you won’t have to imagine. A mechanical engineer who holds five patents, Lagally started the food technology and manufacturing company, Rebellyous Foods, in an effort to end factory farming by creating delicious, widely available, and affordable Plant-Based chicken products. While there are currently delicious alternatives in the marketplace, most Plant-Based meats are two to five times the cost of meat and were developed for the retail sector, making them inaccessible to many...until now. A female CEO in a predominantly male-led sector, Lagally is no stranger to being a woman leader in a man’s world. Prior to starting Rebellyous, she supervised a team of 35 engineers--mostly men--at Boeing where she and her team optimized the 777 wing

Are you seeking to get your message out in a big way? Want to build your influence and market reach? Are you on a mission to impact change? If you said yes, check out the three strategies that will amplify your efforts. Writing a book Podcast Appearances Hosting a virtual summit The most important thing is to know the end result of what you want to accomplish and stick with the process.  Consistency is key http://www.veganvisibility.com 

There are common mistakes people make when trying to get booked on podcast shows. One is they are not clear on their messaging. As Vegans, we must be clear on the why and how of to get on shows.  Discover three very simple things to do to get more hosts inviting you on their shows. 

What does it mean to change direction over and over, landing on one's feet each time? Such is the case with Christin Collins, author of Her Phoenix Rising. Combination memoir and personal development book, Her Phoenix Rising, is an engaging read. Christin has worked with organizations large and small to inspire awakening among their employees, leaders and stakeholders. Through live in-person events including keynote addresses and workshops, Christin uses her personal experiences to stir curiosity and illuminate inner knowing. She shares her story in an authentic way and integrates simple but powerful lessons to help individuals explore how self-love can help them find their optimal wellbeing. Get your own copy of Her Phoenix Rising at https://amzn.to/3ujh227 More information on Christin at https://christincollins.com/

Have you had the experience on socials like LinkedIn where someone connects with you and immediately goes into a pitch. And worse yet, they pitch you on the very thing you're very skilled at or on something that goes against the core of who you are. During this episode find out some simple tips on etiquette and how not to come across as a newbie in business. Even if you've been in business for a while, there are times a refresher is needed. http://www.veganvisibility.com

Author and advocate, London Todd (Sinclair) pulls back the covers on the history of what it means to be vegan. A prolific writer, London Todd is the Founder of the Rebel Vegan Life movement. His Rebel Vegan Life books–REBEL VEGAN LIFE: A Radical Take on Veganism for a Brave New World, REBEL VEGAN LIFE: An Essential Plant-Based Nutrition & Survival Guide for Beginners, and REBEL VEGAN LIFE: The Ultimate Travel Guide for Plant-Based Adventures in a Brave New World—are essential how-to guides for creating a vital vegan life in the post-pandemic world. Follow him on Facebook and Instagram @RebelVeganLife. Visit http://www.rebelveganlife.com to learn more. 

Getting on podcast shows is a great way to raise visibility. Yet, it's not going to do you much good at all if you do not have a few key things in place. In this short episode, I cover essential steps to take to get the most out of your efforts. Get the FREE Influencer Guide at http://www.powerupforprofits.com/checklist

Beyond writing a book, the author must take ownership of their marketing. Whether they do it themselves or have a team member do the marketing, it has to be done... especially for vegan authors.  Grab the report I discussed during the session. http://www.powerupforprofits.com/checklist 

This is the breakthrough and breakout year for many people. Yet, to achieve all you want, there are three very important things you need to do. 1. Set clear goals 2. Avoid throwing money into products and services you won't use or before you implement previous information you invested in. 3. Be consistent Get the Full Report on How to Increase Your Influence with Podcast Interviews at http://www.powerupforprofits.com/checklist

Paula Mosteller’s journey into business and being vegan was inevitable. A graduate of the University of Colorado, Paula spent the early part of her career marketing accounting software applications for large corporations. She continued her career in the corporate world in commercial marketing at The Boeing Company in Renton, WA. On a whim, Paula accepted a position working for a web development company where she discovered her passion for web development and applications. When Paula decided it was time to go solo, she combined her love of animals and helping people grow their businesses with the help of software. PetExec is Launched Paula and her long time workmate and friend, Paul Naro joined forces to create PetExec. PetExec is the world's leading tool for pet care businesses. From the start, the vision was to be a web development company run and managed by web development professionals, not investors or outside venture capitalists. A huge part of Paula’s mission is to raise awareness about the horrendous t

What started as a bite by a kitten, turned into a severe infection, requiring extensive medical care. This experience was the catalyst for Dr. Laura Catena, DVM, to evaluate ways to improve safety for not only other veterinarians and other industry experts, but also pet owners. This is when the seed of an idea began that is now a vegan signature product from Dr. Catena. Dr. Laura Catena is the Founder and President of The ArmOR Hand Glove®. A 100% vegan product, the ArmOr Hand Glove allows for more flexibility and compassionate care for anyone who handles animals. The Vegan Transition Dr. Catena was in vet school when the thought of going vegan first began to grow. Her best friend had an epiphany during a large animal rotation that encourage her to stop consuming animal and dairy on the spot. For Laura, it took a few years more, but for the past few years, she has been 100% vegan. Since making the complete transition, her health has improved as has her energy, focus and state of mind. Additionally, she feels

Those new to getting booked on podcast shows may come upon situations you’re not quite sure how to handle. Whether it be the host asking you to pay to be on the show, being required to agree to pay a no-show fee, or a bait and switch where the only reason the host invited you on their show was to sell you their products and services. Paying to be on Shows As a rule, most hosts do not charge their guests. However, it is not unheard of, but before you agree to pay, determine if it’s a good investment. In other words, what has to happen to justify the cost? No Show Fee Charging a “no-show” fee is a new one to me. The first time I heard this was a few days ago. In all the time I’ve been hosting two shows and being a featured expert on hundreds of shows, I’ve never come across this. I’m not sure if this is a new practice, but most of the show hosts I know, do not have a no-show penalty fee. Guests Paying for Host’s Products and Services Investing in your personal and professional development is to be expected. It’