Synopsis
Welcome to Kids Party Characters the podcast where you will learn how to run your own children's entertainment business! In the episodes that follow, you'll hear from the actors, clients, coaches and businesses that have helped make this dream a reality! You'll also hear tales of joy, and booking disasters! Get ready for a magic carpet ride through the journey of building your own children's entertainment empire!
Episodes
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Your Comfort Zone is Holding You Back
06/03/2019 Duration: 10minWelcome to the Kids Party Characters podcast hosted by founder and C.E.O. of Kids Party Characters, Cheryl Jacobs. Cheryl’s goal with this podcast is two-fold. One, she wants to make you aware that you can be the superstar parent of your child’s next birthday party without breaking the bank to do so. Kids Party Characters offers several well-known children’s characters, played by professional actors, to come to your party and put on a show none of the children will forget. They also offer magic shows, concessions, and bouncy houses! There are packages for every budget. Two, Cheryl wants you to know you can become financially independent by being a part of the home-based children’s entertainment business. She did it. Why not you? You can master your financial future right here! In this episode, Cheryl tackles one of the biggest reason why people don’t start their dream work from home business: it’s out of their comfort zone. The comfort zone is where we spend most of our time. As creatures of habit, we get i
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CEO Mom!
27/02/2019 Duration: 09minWelcome to the Kids Party Characters podcast hosted by Kent State graduate, consulting/coaching professional, and C.E.O. of Kids Party Characters, Cheryl Jacobs. This is about to be your favorite podcast! Cheryl is in love with making sure your child has the very best birthday party possible! Kids Party Characters offers several characters (princesses, comic book characters, and much more) played by professional actors, concessions, shows, and bouncy castles. Kids Party Characters doesn’t just provide entertainment. They provide the time saving and energy for the parents! No more running around for party supplies or trying your own hand at face painting! The second part of the Kids Party Characters podcast is Cheryl’s other desire and that is to help stay-at-home parents start a business and become financially independent. She got her hand extended and is ready to help you reach your goals in the children entertainment business. This is your first step to great success! In this episode, Cheryl discusses the
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What Do You Do?
20/02/2019 Duration: 07minWelcome to the Kids Party Characters podcast! C.E.O. Cheryl Jacobs has two main goals here. One, to help parents become financial independent entrepreneurs by working in the child entertainment field. Two, make your child’s party the most amazing party it can be. Kid’s Party Characters has everything your son or daughter could ever want. There are over twenty different well-known characters from Disney to Marvel and back played by professional actors! There are also concessions available, bouncy castles, magic shows and so much more. What’s the catch? There isn’t one. Kid’s Party Creations has a bundle for every budget! Kids Party Characters is the go-to, one-stop shop for children’s parties! In this episode, Cheryl dives right in. What do you do? This phrase typically means what do you do for a living. It’s a pretty easy question to answer for most people. When you’re a business owner, “what do you do?” has more significance and more hats - and answering the questions effectively is something we need to wor
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Social Media for Business!
13/02/2019 Duration: 06minWelcome to the Kids Party Characters Podcast! Cheryl Jacobs, the CEO of Kids Party Characters and the host of our show, has two very important messages. One, planning the perfect one-stop shop for your child’s perfect birthday party is one hundred percent possible! Two, you can become financially independent by owning your own part of Kids Party Characters! Pretty amazing! Kids Party Characters offers professional actors who will come in costume to your child’s birthday party and perform! There are dozens of characters to choose from. You child’s favorite is bound to be there! Kids Pary Characters also offers an array of concessions and bouncy castles too. If you think this might be pricey - don’t worry! Cheryl has a package that will fit every single budget! In this episode, Cheryl gives some quick insight on social media for small businesses. It turns out you don’t have to be on every single platform. Pick one or two and grow your audience, is Cheryl’s advice. Once you grow a large audience you can try ano
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What Every Business Needs Most
06/02/2019 Duration: 03minKids Party Characters’ Chief Executive Officer Cheryl Jacobs is excited to be a part of your entrepreneurial mindset and your child’s birthday party. Cheryl knows that your child’s party is a big deal and that this is an occasion that parents sometimes splurge on. The packages available come at a variety of prices so you can make sure your child is excited no matter what “splurge” means to you. So whether you need a party package or want to create your own financial freedom by opening your own Kids Party Characters, Cheryl is here for you! In This Episode, Cheryl requests what she says every business needs most: feedback! She wants honest feedback from current and prospective clients as well as current supporters. What can Cheryl do to make things better? What are your ideas about the packages currently available? What changes would you make? Nothing is too big, small, or crazy All ideas and feedback are welcome You can share your ideas in the comments below or you can send a message via the Facebook pag
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How to Become Financially Independent by Bringing Joy to Children
30/01/2019 Duration: 05minCheryl Jacobs wants you to see how she transformed the passion and love she has for her children into a business that allows her financial freedom. For seven years Cheryl has been the Chief Executive Office of Kids Party Characters in the greater New York region. Kids Party Characters is exactly what it sounds like . . . a place to make your child’s birthday party dreams come true! There are forty-eight characters available, concessions, magic shows, and bouncy castles available for any family and any budget. Kids Party Characters is where parental stress over parties evaporates into thin air. In This Episode, Cheryl is giving her listeners the freebie of a lifetime! If you visits the website for Kids Party Characters you can get a free copy of her book “How to Become Financially Independent by Bringing Joy to Children”. This offer is only available for a limited time, so if you’re ready to change your life and start a new career path, this is the time! Inside this free offer: Necessary tools for an entrep
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Why Your Child Never Has To Hug Grandma
23/01/2019 Duration: 06minWhen Grandma comes to visit for the holidays, does she expect a hug and a kiss? When your cool aunt gives you a gift after not seeing you for a long time, does she expect a smooch on the cheek as thanks? These things seem innocent enough, and if your child wants to do it, it is. But what happens when your child doesn’t want to show that much affection to a person? Do we force them and risk sending the wrong message? Or do we hurt the feelings of the adults in our child’s life by allowing our children to make that choice and say no? While it’s not an easy discussion to have, there is a right and wrong way to go about things, and in this episode, Cheryl is letting us know what the ramifications of forced affection could be, and how to avoid them! In This Episode Your child is not being rude by choosing not to hug or kiss relatives The danger of forcing affection Your child has the right to choose who they show affection to and how “When grandma walks in the door she may expect a hug” “When your child shie
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What's New with Kids Party Characters
16/01/2019 Duration: 05minAny parent knows that planning the perfect birthday party for your child is a daunting task. Let Kids Party Characters help take all that stress away and allow you to enjoy your child’s special day. Cheryl Jacobs wants to make every parent’s life easier with different party packages to fit any budget! Kids Party Characters offers 48 well-known characters portrayed by professional actors and concessions of cotton candy, snow cones, and popcorn makers. In addition to this, there are several party packages to choose from which include characters, shows, and snacks. Which means the only thing you’re responsible for as the parent is a clean house for the party to take place in! Kids Party Characters is a one-stop shop for children’s parties and there are so many ways to book! You can call, use the website, and/or use the Facebook page! In This Episode Brand new product launch: Bouncy Castles - six different types of castles for kids to enjoy! (Including one that has an obstacle course) Benefits of the boun
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How to Build a Trusting Relationship with Your Child
09/01/2019 Duration: 10minEverything we do either builds or destroys trust with the people around us. Nothing could be more true of the relationship we have with our children. They see us every day, monitor our behaviours, and then model them in hopes to be just like us one day. Until we break their trust. It can take a lifetime to build a strong bond, and only minutes to break it, and we don’t want that! Tune in to this episode for strategies on how to create, nurture and grow a relationship with your child with trust as the cornerstone. In This Episode Everything we do goes 1 way or the other on the trust scale Avoid getting off on a bad start Spoil your baby, answer their cries Seeking and valuing your child’s opinion Keep your word, keep your promises Being consistent and establishing routines “They take a lifetime to develop and can be shattered in the one big moment or a series of small moments” “Responding to your baby’s cry is the first step in building a trusting relationship” “It’s best to avoid making promises unless
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5 Ways To Cure Imposter Syndrome in Your Business
02/01/2019 Duration: 09minDo you feel like you're holding yourself back? Or that you have so many things you wish you could do, but aren't good enough? Do you want things in life but are afraid you might not deserve them? That could be a taste of something called Imposter Syndrome. Imposter Syndrome can be a silent killer of dreams and ambition. No only can it stop you from achieving great things, it can also be an awful combination when coupled with Supermom Syndrome. Never fear! Imposter syndrome doesn't have to get you down, or hold you back from what you truly want. Tune into today's episode to find out how to overcome it, and get after the life you truly wish to have. In This Episode What is Imposter Syndrome? How it impacts your life How do you burst out of Imposter Syndrome? The highlight reel of social media Setting your standards too high Finding a mentor “Imposter syndrome can be a silent killer” “It’s a little bit powerful voice in your head” “As a mom you probably already have supermom syndrome” “People will relate to
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What If Your Business Had A Roadmap?
26/12/2018 Duration: 10minWouldn’t it be great if your business were as simple as a puzzle with numbers on the back of its pieces, or wooden blocks that fit together easily? Wouldn’t it be so helpful if you could unfold a roadmap that would take you from struggling to successful business owner with a few steps? While it may not be possible to find massive success in 3 easy steps, it is more than possible to get on the right path and experience big wins in your future by doing a few simple tasks. Check out this episode to learn about the 3 things you can be doing to improve your chances of success within your Kids Party Characters Business, or any other home based business you may be running! In This Episode Reach out to someone different every single day. Put a button in front of someone every single day Mapping out goals to find your next steps Why would someone want a mentor? “The more people who know about you, the more people will buy from you” “You might want to reach out to someone who likes your content” “The only agenda
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5 Strategies For Keeping Your Business Strong Through The Holidays
19/12/2018 Duration: 11minThe holidays can be a very hectic time of year, and one that you may want to enjoy with family and friends rather than working on your business. While that may be tempting at first, if you put it into perspective, taking too much time off this time of year can actually work against you rather than for you! The lack of competition, the fact that people are used to spending money this time of year, and even your own spending habits can all play a huge role in keeping your business going for a just a few extra days during the festive season. Tune in to hear some tips on how to maximize your time spend for the biggest results! In This Episode Why slowing down during the holidays can be a big mistake The reasons we love to take time off this time of year Offering a discount on advanced purchases Putting together a personal holiday video Planning out social media “It hardly makes any sense to bring in less money when you’re out spending more?” “It won’t require 40 hours of work or pulling all nighters to fit ev
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Simple Strategies for Dealing with Overwhelm in a New Business
12/12/2018 Duration: 07minStarting a business from home can seem like a good idea and an overwhelming experience all at once. Running a home based business has huge benefits, like being home with your children, freedom to make your own schedule, and the ability to choose who you work with and who your clients will be. The flip side is that there are plenty of things to learn, and the often scares people out of getting started. To avoid letting overwhelm get the better of you, I’ve put together some tips that will help you keep calm while on your way to massive success with your home based business! I’m also here if you need me, and happy to connect and share what has worked for me, and what hasn’t, and if you’re looking for that rewarding business that already has a proven model, look no further than a Kids Party Characters franchise. In This Episode Start with and stuck with a proven model Only worry about one customer at a time Implement one marketing strategy See the value in imperfect action Finding a mentor who has been where
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Teaching Your Child To Appreciate Diversity
05/12/2018 Duration: 09minWhat happens when your child encounters someone who is different from them? Do they ask embarrassing or potentially hurtful questions? Do you usher them away as quickly as you can to explain why that wasn’t the right thing to do? For a moment, what if we entertained the idea that perhaps allowing your child to ask questions and interact with people who are different than them could create learning opportunities beyond what we can give them? Asking that man why he lost his leg, or asking that woman why she’s so short may not be so bad. Think about it, most of these people have been dealing with these adversities for most of their life, and an inquisitive child is unlikely to hurt their feelings, but the experience of learning from and getting to know someone new could have a huge impact on the eleven of acceptance and tolerance your child has toward others! In This Episode They’re not being prejudice, they are being curious Embracing teachable moments Explaining the cause and asking questions Being a positi
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KPC047 Working From Home or Start Working Again?
28/11/2018 Duration: 10minA lot of moms face the decision of going back to work or staying at home with the kids. While staying home has rewards of its own, a lot of moms get down on themselves and feel less accomplished as a result. But what about going back to work? Some moms get a lot of guilt from family and peer groups about going back to work, but there are benefits to getting back out there. You get to connect with people, and that means more opportunities to laugh, tell stories and learn new things. It also makes you feel good. Accomplishing things is always fun and rewarding, and getting back to work can be really good for the soul. But what if you could have the best of both worlds? Running a work from home business could be the answer you are looking for. You control your own schedule, so you’ll always have involvement in the important moments like first words and learning to walk. You’ll also be the master of your own identity. You get to decide what your life is going to be all about! Not to mention the Increased financia
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Why You Shouldn’t Have Gifts At Your Child’s Birthday Party
21/11/2018 Duration: 07minIt sounds nuts, but does your child really need gifts at their birthday? Let’s really think about this: They already have tons of toys, they’ll likely not play with these for long, and it’s hard for guests to figure out what to get. What if there’s a better way? What if your child’s birthday could be an opportunity to do something amazing? Tune into this episode of the Kids Party Characters Podcast to find out how. In This Episode How many gifts does Jonny get each year? Do they remember all of the presents they got last year? Amazing alternatives to presents “Both the giving and the receiving of gifts at child’s birthday parties are a hassle if we just allow ourselves to be honest for a minute” “How many gifts does Jonny get each year that he’s not really interested in?” “Ask them if they actually remember what they got for their birthday last year, and where those things are now” More Kids Party Characters! www.kidspartycharacters.com www.facebook.com/kidspartycharactersny
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Planning that Perfect Birthday Party
14/11/2018 Duration: 08minIn this episode, Cheryl gives some tips and insights on how to make the most of booking your Kids Party Characters experience! In This Episode Choosing the perfect party character Advantages of booking things early How to avoid disappointment and drama More Kids Party Characters! www.kidspartycharacters.com www.facebook.com/kidspartycharactersny
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3 Things You Must Do Every Day In Your Business
07/11/2018 Duration: 10minA new business can feel like a 1,000 piece puzzle when you’re just starting out. It can be very overwhelming and can often leave you stressed out and wondering what to do next. Luckily, there are things you can be doing each day to simplify things for yourself. From making deep personal connections with talented people, to putting offers in front of the people who most want them, this episode covers a few basics for you to get some momentum, and fast track your success. In This Episode Myth busting and simplifying business Making personal connections Making a call to action daily Taking steps every day “Reach out to someone personally every single day” “The real magic of making money is when you go out and talk to people” “The more people know about you, the more people will buy from you” “Your business doesn’t live on social media” “What step did I take to get closer to that goal?” More Cheryl! www.kidspartycharacters.com
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Empowered Speaker
31/10/2018 Duration: 05minThe Empowered Speaker event was a great experience! In this emotional episode, Cheryl shares her story, and how Kids Party Characters got started. In This Episode How Kids Party Characters got started Presenting a message to the world Inspiring tomorrow’s female pilots and entrepreneurs “Always stand on your own two feet, never let anyone tell you that you can’t do something” “I was always an entrepreneur at heart” “It’s not about you, it’s about the people that you’re helping” More Kids Party Characters! www.kidspartycharacters.com www.facebook.com/kidspartycharactersny
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3 Things You Must Do Every Day in Your Business
24/10/2018 Duration: 08minCheryl is back in our earbuds this week to give us a taste of the daily habits that go into being a successful business owner! She also shares a tip that makes the entire process so much easier! In This Episode Reaching out to someone every single day Make offers to your audience each day Planning and mapping your goals and monitoring yourself each day The difference having a business mentor makes “Finding this online gig is the holy grail for introverts” “Your day is not done really until you get that buy now button in front of them” “What steps did I take today to get closer to my goal?” More Cheryl! www.kidspartycharacters.com www.facebook.com/kidspartycharactersny