Hit The Mic With The Stacey Harris

It's hard to stand out, it's hard to use your REAL voice. I get that, and so does my guest Kira Hug who is embracing her inner freak and sharing the real her through her businesses. This is a MUST listen if you're struggling with pulling back the curtain and getting real with your audience.A little about Kira...As the copywriter + strategist behind Kira Hug Inc. — and your fellow Pirate — Kira is your rebellious curator, your storyteller, your art director, and your challenger. And sometimes, she’s even your therapist.Under Kira’s care + wordsmithin’ wizardry, your story will be translated into copy that highlights the shiniest parts of your personality to the umpteenth degree AND sells, sells, SELLS.Kira’s eclectic background in marketing and visual communication led her to work for startups like ActionableBooks.com, luxury brands like Estée Lauder, and a handful of global nonprofits.As the Host of the Bridal Rebellion Podcast, Kira interviews the most disruptive leaders in the wedding industr

 Ready for the soap box? Its' back!I'm getting REALLY transparent today about "pick my brain" and "can I ask a few questions" requests that I receive. I talk about if I do them, how I handle it, and why they don't make sense for everyone.Let me know what you think in the comments below.ResourcesVIP CommunityConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMicBe sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSend us a textTake your show from content machine to conversion machine with strategy-driven podcast production. Our team has TWO spots available right now.Learn more and book your free call with Stacey at Uncommonlymore.com/Production.Support the show

I am AMPED to bring Dayna on the show because I get so many questions about shifting out of 1 to 1 and bringing in more 1 to many or 1 to few offerings. Dayna is THE expert when it comes to course creating and getting a program that really serves your people. I also share some insights on how I started and the impact it's had on my business.A little about Dayna...Dayna House is an instructional strategist and mentor to thousands of online course creators around the world. She shows small business owners how to effectively and efficiently navigate the waters of designing online learning experiences so they can share their wisdom to the masses and live the freedom lifestyle. Learn more about Dayna at http://www.coursedesign101.com. ResourcesHit the Mic VIPSocial Pro Denise Duffield-Thomas episodeGet Rick, Lucky Bitch Bootcamp {Affiliate Link}One to Many MindsetCourse Design 101: Eight Simple Steps to Organize Your Course ContentConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestacey

When I launched my podcast I got asked if I worried about doing TOO much free content. That concern grew when I launched my weekly web show, Hit the Mic TV, through it all though I've always felt the same way. Find out why I produce the content I do, and why I'm NEVER worried about TOO much free content.ResourcesVIP CommunitySocial Pro - Get on the listConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMicBe sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSend us a textTake your show from content machine to conversion machine with strategy-driven podcast production. Our team has TWO spots available right now.Learn more and book your free call with Stacey at Uncommonlymore.com/Production.Support the show

Thinking of planning a live workshop or maybe you're just wanting to upgrade the customer experience each of your customers have? This is going to be a killer episode.Ashely is breaking down what you need to think of to make it amazing.A little about Ashley...Ashley Littlefield is a retreat planner and experience designer for busy entrepreneurs. Her focus is on creating customer experiences that make your clients swoon whether it's on a random Tuesday or at an International retreat. ResourcesHit the Mic VIPWoo and Wow Your Clients - Facebook Groupimashley.comRetreat RescueConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMicBe sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSend us a textTake your show from content machine to conversion machine with strategy-driven podcast production. Our team has TWO spots available right now.Learn more and book your free call with Stacey at Uncommonlymore.com/Pro

At the start of the second quarter are you struggling with getting your mind around those year end goals? Maybe you spent most of that first quarter trying to figure out HOW to hit those goals? Or even worse the further you get into the year the less and less you feel like you can actually make those goals?I know the feeling, in fact I think most of the world knows the feeling. Listen in to this episode though and hear my way of getting around it so you can do MORE with your year while thinking a lot smaller. ResourcesVIP CommunitySocial Pro - Get on the list12 Week Year - Brain P. Moran (Affiliate Link)Connect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMicBe sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSend us a textTake your show from content machine to conversion machine with strategy-driven podcast production. Our team has TWO spots available right now.Learn more and book your free call with Stacey at

Video is a powerful tool to get your content in front of your community. In this episode you're going to get 3 pieces that your YouTube channel and videos need to really make the most of it.  A little about Kelita...Kelita is a digital marketing strategist who helps ambitious entrepreneurs make their online marketing simple but extremely effective. Breaking the norm of coaching practices she offers done with you services which maximizesthe results her clients receive.She got started online as an affiliate marketer and dove into coaching after being asked by several others in that niche for coaching. After acquiring her first coaching client she fell in love with coaching and being able to help others who otherwise would have struggled with technology and probably failed.Kelita specializes in simplifying online marketing for the non-techy entrepreneur who does not have the time to figure it all out and wants to shorten their learning curve. ResourcesHit the Mic VIPHit the Mic TV on YouTubeHolly G EpisodeV

Facebook is a strange and powerful network, with changes happening what feels like weekly it can also be totally overwhelming. In this episode I break down the one thing that remains important no matter how many changes happen.Getting your community engaged.We start by getting REALLY clear on what engagement actually means. Then I'm giving you 3 solid tips to getting (and keeping) your community talking with you on Facebook instead of you talking at them. ResourcesVIP CommunitySocial Pro - Get on the listConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMicBe sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSend us a textTake your show from content machine to conversion machine with strategy-driven podcast production. Our team has TWO spots available right now.Learn more and book your free call with Stacey at Uncommonlymore.com/Production.Support the show

 We have a very cool show this week, I'm chatting with the Founder of Simplero. Calvin has such a cool story and an interesting background that he used to build a tool that drives a lot of businesses, including mine.Listen in as he talks about building based on something he needed, getting it out there, and even touching on a few things he's still working on as an entrepreneur. ResourcesHit the Mic VIPMy Interview at SimpleroSimplero (Affiliate Link)Connect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMicBe sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSend us a textTake your show from content machine to conversion machine with strategy-driven podcast production. Our team has TWO spots available right now.Learn more and book your free call with Stacey at Uncommonlymore.com/Production.Support the show

There is a new social media darling in town and it's named Meerkat.That's right this live streaming iOS app took SXSW by storm last week with tons of social media geeks streaming their every talk, party, and walk down the street. The reality is here though, we can now LIFE STREAM as Meerkat founder Ben Rubin said in his interview with Gary Vaynerchuck.    ResourcesVIP CommunityWebinar Sign-upMeerkatGary VaynerchuckBrain FanzoHolly GConnect with MeSend us a textTake your show from content machine to conversion machine with strategy-driven podcast production. Our team has TWO spots available right now.Learn more and book your free call with Stacey at Uncommonlymore.com/Production.Support the show

It's time to get a little techy... we're talking websites.I'm amped to have Natalia Real on the show to talk about 2 CRITICAL website pieces. We're talking about why your site needs to be responsive (which is critical now if you want any attention from Google). Plus we're hitting on how critical squeeze pages are to your website.By the way there are a TON of resources below, take advantage of them and make sure you're on track for maximum website success!A little about Natalia...Natalia Real, a.k.a. Website Superhero, uses strategy + web design/development to help world-changers get more clients and make more moolah with beautiful, professional, responsive websites. Nat works with purpose-driven women entrepreneurs who are ready to up their game and expand their reach to make a bolder mark on the world. When not wearing her superhero cape, Nat enjoys taking walks in the sunshine with her senior pup Naomi, watching comedies with her Viking boyfriend, reading everything, and sampli

 Recently I've talked a lot about social media foundations, but I haven't really shared what they are. Today that changes.I'm sharing what a social media foundation is, why it's critical to your success, and how to use it. We talk about how it is SUPER handy when it comes to launches and a lot more.  It's a quick one today, but a really valuable one. ResourcesVIP CommunitySocial Pro Connect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMicBe sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future show Send us a textTake your show from content machine to conversion machine with strategy-driven podcast production. Our team has TWO spots available right now.Learn more and book your free call with Stacey at Uncommonlymore.com/Production.Support the show

It's time to go pro with your brand, you're ready to do it RIGHT, but where do you start?That's exactly what Christie Halmick is sharing today. The best part of this episode is that these lessons are also applicable to any piece of your business you want to outsource. Grab a pen and listen now! A little about Christie...Christie Halmick of Jewels Branch teaches women with online businesses the branding, graphic design, and software skills they need to create logos, websites, social media graphics, and digital products they’re proud to call their own.She’s especially good at getting tech-phobic biz ladies to overcome software fears that are keeping them from being as creative as they want in their businesses.Christie also practices what she teaches. You can find her designing logos, developing websites, and creating digital products with women entrepreneurs who don’t want to do it all alone!Sign up for Jewels Branch’s free branding workshop: Polish Your Online Brand and learn more about working

I get this question A LOT, and it's been coming up a lot in calls with clients lately. So I'm bringing the answer to you. Ready to find out how many social networks you need, or if you need to add that shiny new network to your schedule? I'm breaking down what you need to know, how to decide, and why it's not a one size fits all option.ResourcesVIP CommunityRock Star Guide to Google+Connect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMicBe sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSend us a textTake your show from content machine to conversion machine with strategy-driven podcast production. Our team has TWO spots available right now.Learn more and book your free call with Stacey at Uncommonlymore.com/Production.Support the show

If you struggle with making decisions this is THE episode to listen to. I'm joined by Janice Martin and together we talk about why the first decision is critical and why it's ok to change your mind. Hindsight is helpful! A little about Janice...Janice Martin is a change catalyst and business coach with a 20+ year track record in leadership roles creating successful sales teams, building strategic alliances and growing highly profitable businesses in the retail, hospitality and food service industry. Janice has worked with high profile organizations such as Ten Thousand Villages, Gordon Food Service and many other regional and national organizations. Using a proven 5 Step Implementation Methodology developed by her consultancy, Magnum Consulting, Inc. Janice works with individuals, independent business owners and organizations to create action and results oriented plans to reach and exceed goals and objectives. Her extensive experience and holistic approach to building successful teams and empowering

Frustrated with Hangouts that fall flat? Ready to do your first one and feeling a bit scared?You're in the right place, I'm breaking down what you can do before, during, and after you're next hangout to maximize your success. We're talking prep, tech, and follow-up baby!Let's do this....ResourcesVIP CommunityRock Star Guide to Google+Connect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMicBe sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSend us a textTake your show from content machine to conversion machine with strategy-driven podcast production. Our team has TWO spots available right now.Learn more and book your free call with Stacey at Uncommonlymore.com/Production.Support the show

There's an old saying that goes, it's not what you know, it's who you know. And honestly I think that it's very true. Your skills, your talent, even your luck will only get you so far. Being surrounded by people can get you anywhere. This goes for everything from having a network of powerful resources to having the support of a really good accountability buddy.Today we hear from Gretchen Harnick who shares how she's built a community (and some friendships) online.A little about Gretchen...Gretchen Harnick is a mentor, teacher and serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry. She founded Pattern to Plan to support emerging fashion entrepreneurs. The global fashion community is a hub for your three most important business needs: free resources, exclusive classes and priceless networking.Learn more at www.patterntoplan.com, instagram www.instagram.com/patterntoplan or follow Gretchen directly @ProfGretchen.ResourcesHit the Mic VIPRock Star SessionsConnect

Knowing what kind of content to create is something that trips a lot of people up. Knowing how often to post, what to post, really comes down to clarity.Today we talk about why you need that clarity, and what having it can give you. ResourcesVIP CommunityRock Star Guide to PodcastingConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMicBe sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future showSend us a textTake your show from content machine to conversion machine with strategy-driven podcast production. Our team has TWO spots available right now.Learn more and book your free call with Stacey at Uncommonlymore.com/Production.Support the show

In this episode we're talking about something no one wants to deal with but each and every one of us will need to deal with. At some point in the course of your business you'll need to handle a less than awesome conversation, and Kim is helping us figure those out.We talk about why clarity is important, listening is key, and figuring out how to respond from your brain and not your first emotional response. Grab your pen and start taking notes because this WILL come up. A little about Kim...Kim Wasson, principal of Ivybay Consulting, has over 25 years of experience in the high-tech industry. This experience encompasses company size from start-up through Fortune 50, with associated diverse corporate cultures. She has held a range of positions from individual contributor through Vice President in Engineering, Program Management, and Operations, and holds both a Master's degree in Engineering Management from Stanford University and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from CSU Chico. Kim ha

It's time to get real about productivity and getting things done. Ready, the honest truth about HOW TO GET IT DONE is right here. ResourcesVIP CommunityDay in the Life on Hit the Mic TVConnect with MeGet YOUR question on a future episodeEmail me at hello@thestaceyharris.comTweet with me and include #HittheMicBe sure to leave your review on iTunes or Stitcher for a shoutout on a future show Send us a textTake your show from content machine to conversion machine with strategy-driven podcast production. Our team has TWO spots available right now.Learn more and book your free call with Stacey at Uncommonlymore.com/Production.Support the show