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The idea of embracing something new can be overwhelming, BUT it doesn't have to be.  Here are some tried and true ways to get off of the same old hamster wheel and try new things! Listen. Share. Just Start.     

Trying new things can feel really heavy.  I mean, you've built this entire life of yours and have been focused on things that you've likely narrowed in on, mastered and specialized in.  So, when it's time to try something new, it feels awkward...  But, it doesn't have to be.  Listen to this episode and learn how to more easily embrace and appreciate new things.  Listen. Share.  Just Start.

Change can feel hard and sometimes, it is.  But, most of us are likely in one of the phases of change that we are perhaps just spending too much time in.  Where are you? Listen to this episode to get you ready for change and perhaps even that friendly nudge that you need to move into taking action!

Stop for a second.  Close all of the open tabs in your mind and ask yourself this: "Do I like what I'm doing?"  So, do you? I know that you've built a life for yourself. There are spaces and places that you've gotten good at over time, BUT, do you like them anymore? Guess what? You can change.  You can adjust.  You can try new things.  But how? Listen to today's episode to help you evaluate what i...

People.  Your People.  Finding your people is essential, as it helps to elevate you in your journey.  Yes, you could go at it alone, but why? It can be a lot easier and a lot more fulfilling to go on a journey with a like minded support group behind you.  Listen to this episode, which will help you to: Understand what you stand for with your Life Thesis Finding the kind of people that you need How...

In the 2nd part of this series, we dive deep into the world of monetization.  Following our exploration into creating your Life Thesis in part 1, we spend time in this episode talking about how to make money from the things that you're deeply interested in and love.  We also explore how to access resources to help you pitch yourself and your ideas .  Go ahead and dive in.  Listen. Share. Just Star...

What is it that you really want to do with your life? Like, seriously? Don't answer based on what your children, your spouse or your friends want. What do you want? This episode dives deep into the world of developing a Life Thesis .  Take a moment to download your own Life Thesis and listen to this episode as we narrow in on what you want to do with your life AND learn how to monetize it in the s...

Does it feel like the first half of this year just flew by and that you aren't motivated, excited or on track for your goals? Well - say less.  This is the episode that you need to help you take a pause and do a hard restart! Listen. Share.  Just Start.

The bottom line is that you need accountability to help you get started and get to your next level! This one is all about how you can use accountability to elevate.  Listen. Share.  Let's get started!

We're no stranger to the subject of accountability around here. I literally talk about it every week. But, there is something that I don't get the opportunity to do every week - talk to Cherice Jenelle.  Cherice isn't new to the Just Start podcast.  She joined us and was interviewed for Episode 011 and I'm excited to have her back again for a direct and transparent conversation about accountabilit...

May 7, 2021 Jacqueline M. Baker Passive income sounds good, doesn't it? You know that whole thought of doing a little work at some point, then perpetually reaping the financial benefits in the future? Well, I have a bit of news here. Passive income isn't really that passive. That's not to say that your hard work won't pay off in the long run, but it still requires you to put in a bit of work. (or...

If you're feeling stuck and uninspired, you may be able to make one quick and simple adjustment to turn it all around! Today's episode will help you rethink the space that you occupy every single day to change your thoughts, your moods and of course to assist you with starting the things that you want to do! Ready? Listen. Share.  Just Start.

Have you ever been traveling somewhere and you arrived to your location unaware of the route that you actually took to get there? Yeah, me too - it happens! We often go on autopilot and forget about our surroundings.  This often happens in our workspaces - where we're unknowingly in an uninspiring space that keep us from being motivated and excited about starting anything new or even being good at...

Time.  Come on - who doesn't want and need more of that? But, unfortunately, there is no where that you can borrow, purchase or siphon off more of it.  Fortunately, you can be super savvy with the time that you do have.  Today's conversation with Tim Stiles , Chief Operating Officer of KPMG Spark is super  timely and filled with more resources than I have space to share here.  Tim shares how the c...

This entire month of April is dedicated to Environmental Changes! I mean, who doesn't like a nice inspiring space? But, consider the benefits that you'll reap if you declutter and curate a space just for you? What a dynamic conversation with Lisa Trigsted of Neat Freak McKinney . She had a successful career as an educator and a marketing professional, but she bravely decided to switch gears and he...

It's here!  Q2, Sunnier Days, Spring, April, Your Next Opportunity! It's NOT just another day. It's another day for you to take advantage of an opportunity to liven up your space.  And, what better person to share how to fresh up your space than LaToya Smith , founder of House of Smith Interiors .  She shares her journey of starting, when she got the entrepreneurial itch and most important, what's...

That magical euphoric feeling of starting can't be matched. But, just as much as I'll be the first person in line encouraging you to start, I'll also be the second person in line sharing with you what it actually takes to do so, and that is - sacrifice! What an honest, transparent and enlightening conversation with Raeshawn Bumphers of the Pink Poodle Dress Lounge , highlighting how she aggressive...

Trying to find the space and time to plan? One of my consistent go-to practices is to conduct a retreat, quarterly.  It helps me free my mind, find the space to be creative and get stuff done.  Here's to you giving yourself permission to retreat.  Listen. Share. Just Start.

Can I still be successful if I let go of hustle culture? Yes, and you'll be better off! As part of our March series on creativity, in this episode of Just Start: From Ideas to Action, we speak with Michelle Royal , Chief Innovation Officer of RIDG. Our inspiring conversation spans everything from remaining present, to aligning your personal and business purpose, to the importance of laughter and s...

Starting is absolutely possible and something that I encourage, but let me be honest and tell you that you will get a resounding "no" sometimes.  That doesn't mean that you don't get started or move forward! Today's conversation is with Myka Meier of Beaumont Etiquette. She joins us to explore how she creatively tackles and introduces solutions for her individual and corporate clients in the etiqu...

Let's keep it simple today.  Here are the 7 digital tools that you need to start, get things done and keep going.  Listen. Share.  Just Start!

We repeat things over and over and over again and if often makes us feel like we can't stop doing them! But, who told you that? Who says that you can't stop or START something new? Perhaps you're telling yourself some lies and they're holding you back from doing the things that you want to do.  Well, in today's conversation, we talk to Kevin Davis of Kevin Davis Brand and we explore when he gave h...

There is no shortage of ways to connect with people, both virtually and in-person.  But, which ways are actually meaningful and useful? Today's conversation with James Chapman, founder of Plain Sight, explores the many ventures that he has started, what he has learned along the way and how he is using Plain Sight to help people connect more effectively.  Listen.  Share.  Just Start!

What a proud day for our team! We've been serving up 50 episodes worth of quality content dedicated to help you start! Now, it's only right that we spend our 50th episodes behind the scenes telling you the real nitty gritty of how the podcast started, what's went wrong, what's gone right AND what you may want to consider in starting your own.  So, let's do this.  Let's go ahead and Just Start!  

Doing good feels good.  And, when you can make money and make a difference, that's like a double win! Well, that's exactly what Amanda, Lesley & Ryan had in mind when they created Upward Vibes.  Join me for this dynamic conversation with 3 co-founders as they share their dynamic journey in launching this social mission focused company and provide insight on how they organize as a team to get thing...