Just Start: Get Visible

Finding your voice isn't about becoming louder, it's about becoming more confident in speaking from who you already are. In this episode of Just Start: Get Visible, Jacqueline Baker welcomes civic activist, author, and founder Kat Calvin for an inspiring conversation about leadership, purpose, and the power of beginning before every detail is in place. Kat reflects on the experiences that shaped h...

What if the visibility strategy you've been searching for isn't about becoming someone new, but becoming more fully yourself? In Episode 266 of Just Start: Get Visible, Jacqueline M. Baker concludes the month's series inspired by her conversation with Kaylan Martin in Episode 262 with a powerful reminder that sustainable visibility begins with identity, not performance. In a world filled with advi...

What if the reason you're exhausted isn't because you're doing too little, but because you're forcing too much? In Episode 265 of Just Start: Get Visible, Jacqueline M. Baker explores one of the most powerful themes from her conversation with Kaylan Martin in Episode 262: the distinction between moving through life with force versus moving with power. Many professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs...

What if the version of success you're pursuing isn't actually yours? In Episode 264 of Just Start: Get Visible, Jacqueline M. Baker explores how easy it is to adopt definitions of success that are shaped by family expectations, workplace culture, social media, and external validation rather than our own values and aspirations. Inspired by themes from Episode 262 with Kaylan Martin, this episode ch...

What if visibility isn't about doing more? In Episode 263 of Just Start: Get Visible, Jacqueline M. Baker challenges one of the most common misconceptions about visibility: the belief that being visible requires being everywhere, all the time. From social media to networking events to speaking opportunities, many professionals feel pressure to constantly show up, produce content, and stay top of m...

What does visibility look like when it is rooted in authenticity rather than performance? In Episode 262 of Just Start: Get Visible, Jacqueline M. Baker welcomes Kaylan Martin for a thoughtful conversation about aligned visibility, the practice of showing up in ways that reflect who you are rather than who others expect you to be. Throughout the episode, Kaylan shares how years of pursuing traditi...

Trust Is Built in the Follow-Through Getting visible is not just about showing up once. It's about showing up again. In this episode of Just Start: Get Visible, we're talking about the connection between consistency and trust—both the trust other people build in you and the trust you build within yourself when you continue showing up over time. Because visibility is not built through one perfect p...

One of the biggest blockers to visibility is the fear of repeating yourself. You think: "I already said this." "I don't want to sound repetitive." "People probably already know this about me." But repetition is actually how people begin to recognize, remember, and trust you. In this episode of Just Start: Get Visible, we're talking about why your message often hasn't landed as much as you think it...

We often think visibility requires a big moment, a major announcement, a milestone, or the perfect opportunity. But the truth is, visibility doesn't begin there. It begins in the small, consistent ways you choose to show up, whether that's in a meeting, a conversation, your work, or online. In this episode, we're letting go of the pressure to go big and focusing on what it actually looks like to s...

We often think visibility requires a big moment like, a major announcement, a milestone or the perfect opportunity. But the truth is, visibility doesn't begin there. It begins in the small, consistent ways you choose to show up, whether that's in a meeting, a conversation, your work or online. In this episode, we're letting go of the pressure to go big and focusing on what it actually looks like t...

Retirement gives you more time—but do you actually know what brings you joy? In this episode, we build on Marc's retirement journey by focusing on a powerful question many people avoid: What do I truly enjoy? Because having time isn't enough—without clarity, it's easy to fall into boredom, distractions, or old habits. We break down the difference between pleasure, happiness, and deeper, more lasti...

What if the life you're waiting to enjoy in retirement (or in your next transition)… is one you could start building today? In this episode of Just Start: Get Visible, we challenge the idea that fulfillment begins after your career ends. Inspired by Marc's intentional transition in episode #254, this conversation is for anyone who's been postponing joy, connection, and personal growth for "someday...

This episode challenges a powerful but often invisible barrier: many people don't get visible because they've tied their identity to a title, role, or organization. So when that title shifts or disappears, they feel unsure of what they actually have to say or offer. Building on Marc's retirement story from episode #254 (listen at jacquelinembaker.com/254), this conversation invites listeners to se...

What does it mean to truly retire on your own terms? In this episode, I'm joined by Marc Baker, who shares his journey from a nearly three-decade government career to full retirement in his early 50s. Rather than being pushed out by frustration, Marc made a deliberate, well-planned decision to step away—choosing peace of mind over continued income. We discuss the importance of mindset in major lif...

In this episode of Just Start: Get Visible, I'm reframing self-care as more than a moment—it's an infrastructure. One that supports how you lead, how you show up, and how you grow. Because the truth is, visibility and professional growth require energy, clarity, and consistency—and none of that happens by accident. I'm breaking down what it looks like to intentionally build a personal wellness inf...

In this episode of Just Start: Get Visible , I sit down with Matt, founder of Jafe Cycling, who shares his powerful pivot from fiber optic engineering to entrepreneurship during the 2020 pandemic. What started as helping neighbors fix bikes quickly evolved into a purpose-driven business rooted in listening, community, and connection. Matt breaks down how his past experiences shaped his "secret sau...

It's quite exciting to release this episode of the podcast, focused on sampling yourself!

This milestone 250th episode of Just Start: Get Visible is a celebration of the journey—choosing courage over comfort, embracing imperfect action, and amplifying voices along the way. In this special episode, I take some time to reflect on the lessons I've learned from building businesses, writing books, launching this podcast, and helping others step into leadership and visibility. What started a...

In this episode, Sarah Glenn, Founder and CEO of Completely returns to the podcast to share how her career originally evolved from aspiring lawyer to entrepreneur. Drawing confidence from her commission-based recruiting background, she embraced a "bet on myself" mindset when building her business. Though she dislikes the administrative and financial burdens of entrepreneurship—and even faced a maj...

Starting sounds simple… until it's time to actually do it. In Episode 248, Jacqueline gets honest about something that often hides beneath our ambitions, ideas, and good intentions: the courage it takes to begin. We may talk about "just starting" all the time, but the reality? Stepping away from comfort—even comfortable stuckness—requires bravery. And in this episode, Jacqueline breaks down what t...

This month, we're slowing down to stretch our learning. Instead of rushing from one episode to the next, I'll be "milking" the goodness from the rich conversation with Dallas Gordon in Episode 245—and today's topic is a big one: how to be visible and keep your integrity In Episode 247: Visibility With Integrity, I explored what it truly means to show up publicly, professionally, and personally—in...

Do you ever feel rushed —rushed to the next task, the next goal, the next version of you—without fully honoring the moment you're actually in? Jacqueline knows that feeling well, and in this episode, she slows things down to help you step powerfully into your next season with intention. Building on the wisdom and rich conversation from Episode 245 with Dallas Gordon, this episode kicks off a Febru...

Some conversations move you in ways you never expected. My deep and powerful dialogue with business consultant, author, and speaker Dallas Gordon was one of those unforgettable moments—filled with insight, honesty, and pure magic. At one point, I found myself captivated as she described what felt like the experience of living multiple lives throughout her entrepreneurial journey. From baker (yes…...

What if the secret to getting unstuck isn't a better plan—but a messier start? In this episode of Just Start: Get Visible, I will make the case for starting messy on purpose. Drawing from my background as a planner, project manager, and multi-time founder, I'll share why perfection is a fantasy—and how messy starts are often the most sustainable path forward. You'll learn why letting go of perfect...

In this episode, we break down why waiting to feel "ready" is costing you momentum. Let's explore reframing readiness as a decision, embracing imperfect action, and showing up consistently can unlock confidence, visibility and compounded impact. If you've been stuck in planning, overthinking, or perfectionism, this episode is your nudge to start now—right where you are.