Hint of Hustle with Heather Sager

Today we talk about how to get re-inspired and fully commit to your goals (especially after this last year). You'll hear from my Speak Up to Level Up member Chant'l Martin, a vision board coach and instructor. Listen in to learn how to create a vision board that actually works and can help you stay motivated and in action. In this episode we’ll dive into… Do vision boards actually make a...

Welcome to our new series, the MONDAY MOTIVATOR.  Short energy + inspiration packed episodes designed to help you show up a little more AUTHENTIC, BRAVE and PRESENT in your life + business.. Today’s topics: Our energy determines our experience.  You really have to be intentional for the kind of energy you bring into the week in order for you to show up with influence, purpose and magnetism on soci...

The term “boundaries” has become common vernacular in the entrepreneurial world, but its meaning and implementation often get muddy. “Boundaries” are often declared at a breaking point of resentment and frustration when client communication steamrolls the schedule for far too long, resulting in a highly uncomfortable (and often avoided) conversation. In today's episode, you’ll learn how to ha...

I'm joined this week by a real estate specialist, entrepreneur, podcast host and Speak Up to Level Up member, Paige Schulte. In this conversation she shares her unique perspective for how speaking has played out in both business to business (B2B) and business to consumer (B2C) worlds.  In this episode we dive into... The importance of practicing and using stronger language on Instagram storie...

Before jumping on the PR/Media blitz train that promises piles of leads, exposure and the coveted “AS SEEN ON” section for your website, slow down and set your strategy.  In this episode, I’m sharing 3 essential questions to consider BEFORE chasing media opportunities. Ensure the energy and effort you're putting into growing your online business is pointed at the things that matter to you and...

If you’ve ever wondered “should I be posting on YouTube?” or “How would I even get started” or “Am posting videos, but not really sure I’m doing this right?”. If you’ve thought YouTube could be a strong platform to share your message and connect with the people searching for your expertise, this episode is for you.  With 200,000 subscribers and 17 million views, Scarlett Cochran from One Big Happy...

Which is more important in your videos: getting the right words or the delivery of those words? That’s the question we’ll help you answer inside this episode.  I’ll share my take on using teleprompters, then walk you through the 5 levels of scripting so you can decide the most authentic way for you to show up for your brand. EPISODE  SHOW NOTES 👇 ➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode78/ Send me a n...

Grab a cup of coffee and get ready for chat with your new #bizbesties.  I’m joined today by two of my favorite women on the planet to talk about how building quality friendships online has been LIFE during this last year (hello social distancing zoom world). Our friendship turned into an organic mastermind which has fueled our creativity and business performance.  They say your network determines...

It’s said that stories are 22 times more powerful than facts. That’s why so many speakers (myself included) use them to convey their messages from stages.  It’s my FAVORITE kind of on stage content which is why you’ll find many episodes dedicated to the topic of storytelling (see full show notes for links!) Storytelling is also a powerful way to communicate beyond live presentation and video, espe...

Meet April, one of the OG lifestyle entrepreneurs who excel with helping business owners put together a method that will grow their business. In today’s episode we cover the difference between methods and frameworks, how having a solid offer is critical BEFORE adding speaking to your biz, plus her new fav platform - Clubhouse (specifically how to leverage its unique benefits in your business).  EP...

Thinking about leveraging a virtual assistant to help you with the pitching process, but unsure what (or how) to delegate without having to redo the work yourself?  Emily Reagan shares that it is possible to entrust this process to a VA or member of your team without a big PR budget or relying on generic templates that will end up in the trash bin. In part 2 of this two episode series you’ll learn...

Meet Emily Reagan, a self-proclaimed jill-of-all trades when it comes to digital marketing and techie skills whos’ about to teach you how to leverage a virtual assistant to help you with the pitching process without being generic or compromising your unique brand voice. In part 1 of this 2 episode series, you’ll learn how to get organized and track the pitching process, the specific elements that...

I’m thrilled to share with you my recent conversation with Tyler J McCall on how visibility served as a catalyst for his business growth. If you haven’t yet met Tyler, he’s a business and Instagram marketing strategist for online business owners and digital entrepreneurs.  In this episode we’re talking about Instagram (of course), but also the behind the scenes of putting yourself out there and ke...

In today’s episode, Finance Coach, Sarah Vanhoose shares her journey around how speaking helped her find her messaging, voice and confidence as a new coach in the online space. Tune in for six specific transformations that you can apply into your business. EPISODE  SHOW NOTES 👇 ➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode71/ Send me a note 📣 WORK WITH HEATHER  → https://heathersager.com/ 📧  Get the Hint...

What is your reaction to the word: PERSUASION?  Positive, negative... neutral? In this episode we’ll unpack how our experiences being persuaded impacts our ability to influence others. I’ll share with you 4 Persuasion Principles you can adopt so that you can become a positive persuader (and not a manipulator).  EPISODE  SHOW NOTES 👇 ➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode70/ Send me a note 📣 WORK WI...

You keep hearing the buzz phrase “superpower”. What the heck does it mean and is it really possible to focus on it when you have other hats to wear as a business owner? Joining me for a conversation about natural talents, strengths and superpowers is Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, Anna Nelson. Anna works with online business owners to build profitable and fun businesses. Through 1:1 coaching an...

What do you do when you feel like you've been doing a lot of work to put yourself out there speaking, but it's not actually driving leads? I recently got a question around whether or not guest speaking was a big fat waste of time.  Today, I answer this question head on and share insights on what I learned in 2020 (including how many guest speaking events I did in 2020). Plus share specif...

In today's episode, I'm going to teach you four levers that you can adjust to become a better speaker. Pinpointing exactly where to focus will allow you to self-evaluate so you can make quick progress with your development. I believe that when you are more intentional with your message, speaking can become your best marketing tool.  EPISODE  SHOW NOTES 👇 ➡️ https://heathersager.com/epis...

In today's episode, I’m sharing how to stop the self sabotaging your visibility efforts and specific actions to START taking. This is a must listen for any Entrepreneur who’s working on a big level up in the next 12 months.  EPISODE  SHOW NOTES 👇 ➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode66/ Send me a note 📣 WORK WITH HEATHER  → https://heathersager.com/ 📧  Get the Hint of Heather NEWSLETTER → ht...

Joining me today for a conversation around branding is marketing strategist and branding expert  Dawn Foster. If you’re a personal brand based business, sometimes it’s hard to detach yourself from the marketing decisions (hello, attachment to our precious creativity!). Dawn’s approach to marketing is rooted in data, and her insights will help you incorporate YOU into your brand WHILE making strate...

What actions can you be taking right now to build momentum for pitching events in 2020? Today I'm sharing with you four specific actions to intentionally lay the tracks for visibility next year. We’re talking about your business, your message and your relationships. So if you want to pitch and land big stages next year (like podcasts interview, virtual summits and guest lectures) this one’s f...

BONUS EPISODE!! With holiday season around us, many personal brands pull back over the holidays and lose traction on their visibility. In this live session I share 3 specific things you can be doing over the next 6 weeks to boost your authority and start 2021 strong. Send me a note 📣 WORK WITH HEATHER  → https://heathersager.com/ 📧  Get the Hint of Heather NEWSLETTER → https://heathersager.com/n...

In today's episode, you’ll hear from my Speak Up to Level client Milan Kowalewski, an online marketing strategist for aesthetic providers and MDs in New York City. As a marketer and podcast host, he has experience behind the mic, but found himself spending hours each week preparing notes before hitting record.  He wanted to find a way to prepare more efficiently while feeling confident that h...

In today's episode, I'm sharing with you my interview on the Power Your Purpose podcast with Megan Accardo. I share some of my best speaking tips and strategies, we’ll get personal talking about my hearing loss and how that's affected my career, and core elements of my signature talk. I want to continually put content on this show that gives you both tangible strategies AND examples...

When you picture a “speaker”, I bet you picture a conference with a big stage. Well, besides the fact that conferences are a no-go in a pandemic, even if the live event world were open for business, you’d still have choices for sharing your message. Today, I’m sharing with you 5 kinds of stages that you could be speaking on as a guest speaker to grow your authority. EPISODE  SHOW NOTES 👇 ➡️ https...