Earn It

In this inspiring episode of Earn It , Laurie Stephens shares her journey from a challenging childhood in foster care to founding LOVEDOG, a luxury dog accessories brand with a meaningful mission at its core. Built at the intersection of style and social impact, LOVEDOG supports local dog rescues while empowering the women behind them. Laurie opens up about how she turned her lifelong love for dog...

This episode is a special one because the guest is not only an incredibly talented and well-respected publicist, but she’s the newest member of the Adler PR team, Nicole Myden. It felt only fitting to have Nicole on the podcast because she brings such a unique and well-rounded perspective to the industry. She’s seen PR from every angle —agency life, in-house roles, and building her own business fr...

In this episode of Earn It , Jennifer interviews Dr. Kristopher Alpers, founder of Alpers Family and Cosmetic Dentistry and Adler PR client, to explore what it takes to build and scale a premier dental practice rooted in innovation, trust, and leadership. Recognized as one of Arizona’s Best Doctors, Dr. Alpers has built a Scottsdale-based practice that blends cutting-edge technology with a deeply...

Season 2 of Earn It kicks off with a conversation that perfectly captures what this show is all about: building success through hard work, relationships and giving back to the local community. In this episode, Jen is joined by longtime Adler PR client and friend, Kirk McClure, a construction industry leader at JE Dunn Construction and founder of two golf-focused ventures – Stadium Classic and 3Ten...

In this Season 1 finale of Earn It , Jen is joined by Adler PR client, Adam Strecker, CEO and founding partner of Hi Noon Hospitality, the locally-owned restaurant group behind Valley favorites Buck & Rider, Ingo’s Tasty Food, and its newest concept, Pinyon Coastal Mediterranean. Born and raised in New Orleans, Adam’s passion for food started early and was shaped by his love of fishing, cookin...

"Joey Boy" Rodriguez, host of The Morning Mess radio show on LIVE 101.5 Phoenix, joins the show for a fun episode about his long career in local radio.  Joey was born in Philly, grew up in S. CA and then relocated to Phoenix which he has called home for many years. He has worked in radio for a long time, getting his start at Power 106 in Los Angeles, working at Q104.7 in Ventura (close t...

Dr. Bryan Gawley, one of Phoenix and Scottsdale’s premier plastic surgeons, joins the show today as the first Adler PR client guest on Earn It. Dr. Gawley is the founder of both MD Plastic Surgery in Scottsdale and MDSkin Lounge, a med spa with locations in Arcadia, N. Scottsdale and Park City, Utah. He specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the breast, body, and face and combines h...

It was only a matter of time before I had my husband as a guest on the show and today’s the day!  Dallas McLaughlin is a digital marketing leader and the founder of Dallas McLaughlin Digital Marketing. With more than 12 years of experience in full-service advertising agencies, Dallas has worked with businesses and marketing teams across a variety of industries, including travel, hospitality, e-com...

This episode mixes it up a bit to talk about one of the most important aspects of starting and running a business – finances. Chris Fallon, the founder of Phoenix-based accounting firm, Numbers Matter, and my CPA, joins the show to discuss all the ins and outs of business budgeting, bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, taxes, retirement planning and more. As someone who majored in English and is defi...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be on live TV? Darrell J. Cunningham shares a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into hosting and producing local lifestyle show, Your Life Arizona. Darrell is an accomplished reporter, producer, and content creator and one of the most motivated, energetic, determined and personable people you’ll ever meet. He was born and raised in Pensacola, Florida...

McKenna Wesley is the creator behind The Bubbly Blonde, a fashion, lifestyle, beauty, and travel platform that has grown to more than 1.6 million followers across Instagram, TikTok, LTK, and Pinterest. She’s been a professional model since she was six weeks old and was previously signed with LA Models and New York Model Management. Her early start in the fashion world gave her a strong foundation...

What does it really take to build a business from scratch and what makes earned success so much sweeter? In this premiere solo episode of Earn It , host Jennifer Adler McLaughlin, founder of Adler Public Relations and seasoned PR strategist, shares the personal story behind launching her award-winning firm, the leap from advertising agency life to entrepreneurship, and how she got where she is tod...

In this compelling first guest episode of "Earn It," we delve into the remarkable journey of Melanie McBride Oliver, a respected female leader in the PR and advertising industry. Melanie launched her career in unusual fashion after a divorce and returning to college as a single mom of four. With a degree in communications from the University of Utah, Melanie excelled in public relations...

Cynthia Sassi is not only an entrepreneur, but a member of the media and an influencer in her own right. She has been a force in online publishing for more than a decade, working with some of the nation’s most respected brands and publications along the way. She's an authority on the subjects of online publishing, social media, digital marketing, web design, and entrepreneurship. The Presiden...

Welcome to Earn It, a podcast about ambitious entrepreneurship and the power of PR, geared toward small business owners, aspiring founders, and PR and marketing professionals. If you’re running your own business, thinking about starting one, or just curious about what it actually takes, this podcast is for you! Hosted by Jennifer Adler McLaughlin, 20-year PR pro and founder of lifestyle and luxury...