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We had the pleasure of sitting down with Maddie Thompson, a marketing whiz crushing it in the digital space. From brand strategy to content creation, Maddy's seen it all. And she's sharing her secrets on: • Building a killer personal brand • Navigating the ever-changing social media landscape • Turning followers into customers Plus, she'll spill the tea on her biggest marketing wins (a...

Tackling imposter syndrome head-on. In this episode, we dive into the entrepreneur's hidden battle and share actionable strategies to overcome self-doubt. Learn how to embrace your expertise, focus on value, and keep pushing forward in your business journey.

In this episode, Melissa from MJ Consultancy breaks down how to: • Identify your real needs • Define clear roles • Set measurable goals • Make smart hiring decisions Learn to scale your agency with the right people, at the right time, for the right reasons.

Elizabeth Rojas Levi is the Founder and CEO of erl group, a social impact advisory collective specializing in strategy, branding, communications, and content creation. Their mission is to help conscious leaders scale their endeavors globally. Elizabeth has 17 years of experience in global strategy, communications, content creation, and public affairs, advising CEOs and government officials on achi...

In this episode of Kindred Spirits, host Melissa welcomes Levi Levenfiche, Co-Founder of PerfectTed to discuss the rapid growth of his matcha business in Europe. They dive into the journey of PerfectTed, from its origins inspired by Levi's wife Marissa’s experience with ADHD and anxiety to scaling the company during the pandemic. Levi shares insights on the importance of employee-generated content...

Benjamin Dennehy is the UK's Most Hated Sales Trainer. In this episode, hosts Maddy and Melissa get his advice on how not to be a "sales loser" - and what actually works instead. Ben reveals his distinct approach to sales training, breaking conventional norms and emphasizing the importance of self-respect over the need to be liked.  Connect with Benjamin on LinkedIn HERE .

Sepy Bazzazi is the Growth Marketing Lead at Glide, a nocode platform that gives you the powers of a developer and a designer to create remarkable tools that solve your most challenging business problems. This episode is a casual chat about the past, present, and future state of social media. Enjoy! Connect with Sepy HERE

In this episode of the Kindred Spirits podcast, host Melissa Jaalaid interviews Troy Munson, a resilient entrepreneur and the CEO of Dimmo. Troy shares his journey from college side gigs to building multiple successful businesses. He discusses overcoming obstacles, learning from failures, and transitioning from side hustles to a full-time venture with his latest company, Dimmo. Listeners will gain...

Anik is the Founder of LumiereHub, an AI-powered copywriting tool for all your marketing needs.  With a deep-seated passion for human behavior and its impact on consumer engagement, Anik is a pioneer in creating content that not only leverages data but also strikes a chord on a personal level.  As the owner, her focus is on deploying digital strategies that resonate with core human values - crafti...

In this episode of the Kindred Spirits Podcast, Maddy and Melissa host entrepreneurs Mike Fata and Jake Karls.  Though both are massively successful in business, this conversation goes deeper than just discussing the numbers. We discuss the critical role of mental health in entrepreneurship, advocating for open conversations and sharing personal experiences of burnout and vulnerability. The episod...

In this episode of the Kindred Spirits podcast, Renae Farough shares her inspiring journey from an insurance broker to tech entrepreneur. Renae Farough is the co-founder and CEO of Kicker, an AI-powered sales copilot revolutionizing the way sales teams operate to drive revenue numbers up and shorten sales cycles. She is a sales leader with over 17 years experience in roles spanning several industr...

Helen Shin is the founder of LILIS, a beauty company that produces effective and luxurious body skin care products. Inspired by her mom, LILIS is pioneering a new approach to body skin care called “Korean Body Resurfacing.” Prior to founding LILIS, Helen was a Creative Director at Saatchi & Saatchi and other New York City advertising companies, where she focused on luxury and beauty brands. Sh...

In this episode, Amy Taylor, co-founder of Loud Management, takes us on a journey through her remarkable career in the speaking industry. From her unexpected start at a speaker's bureau to launching her own talent agency, Amy shares the highs and lows of entrepreneurship with refreshing honesty. Amy is the proud co-founder of LOUD MGMT (Management), a not-so-standard talent, brand, and event m...

Please welcome Mark Groves, a human connection specialist and the author of "Liberated Love," for an insightful conversation about relationships, self-worth, and personal growth. Mark is a human connection specialist, emotional translator, writer, and speaker. With an insatiable curiosity about the human experience, he is dedicated to sharing his insights as he continues to learn and gro...

In Episode 34 of the Kindred Spirits Podcast, Maddy and Melissa and joined by Steven Langer, founder of Well by Design, to discuss the critically important but often elusive topic of work-life balance.  Steven has had an incredibly rich career, with over 15 years of experience in the public and private sectors as a leader and executive. He has demonstrated experience in leading teams and creating...

In Episode 33 of the Kindred Spirits Podcast, hosts Maddy and Melissa sit down with Stacey Levine. Stacey Levine is a Brand Marketing + Communications Consultant based in NYC. She helps beauty brands bring their marketing and communications strategies to life, helping them define what makes them unique and strategize how to make a splash. Stacey brings deep insights into the beauty industry, a pas...

Please welcome Mia Zee to the Kindred Spirits Podcast, Episode 32! Mia Zee is an accomplished brand builder, specializing in launching high growth consumer brands. Mia has an established track record, leading marketing at RE/DONE, an apparel brand that grew from zero to $20 million and Versed, the #1 clean skincare brand in the mass channel. In 2023, Mia partnered with Emma Gerber to launch Claude...

In this episode of the Kindred Spirits Podcast, hosts Maddy & Melissa delve into an inspiring conversation with Lily Geiger, the Founder and CEO of Figlia, a non-alcoholic aperitif beverage brand. Born from Lily's personal experiences with an alcoholic parent and a desire to offer better choices for those abstaining from alcohol, Figlia represents a movement towards more inclusive and hone...

Welcome to Episode 30 of the Kindred Spirits Podcast, featuring Dave Rotheroe. Dave Rotheroe is a former punk rock violinist who shifted gears into eCommerce entrepreneurship in 2015 launching a hot sauce subscription box and the world's first (and only) grilled cheese subscription box service. After a number of years in ecomm and focusing heavily on customer acquisition he found an affinity f...

Welcome to Episode 29: Problematic Career Cheat Codes with Courtney Johnson. Courtney Johnson is an Austin-based solopreneur, social media consultant, personal brand manager for tech execs, and content creator who writes about motivation, personal brand, career, and marketing. She is the creator of the Monday Megaphone Newsletter, Level up on LinkedIn Program, and Level up on TikTok program. She&#...

Welcome to episode 28 of the Kindred Spirits Podcast, with your hosts Melissa Jaalaid and Madeleine Matson Smith. In this episode we interview Kaylee Astle Lieffers. Kaylee is a start-up fanatic, ex-management consultant, and tech innovator. She is the Founder & CEO of Blanka, a disruptive platform that helps entrepreneurs launch and scale beauty businesses. In less than two years, Blanka beca...

In this episode of the Kindred Spirits Podcast, hosts Maddy and Melissa have a compelling conversation with Sandra Parker, the founder of Justine Haines. After dedicating 25 years to various marketing and management roles in large corporations, Sandra felt the entrepreneurial spirit beckoning her to embark on a new journey. The pandemic's impact on overconsumption and societal waste deeply res...

Welcome to episode 26 of the Kindred Spirits Podcast! Today Melissa and Maddy are joined by Joel Klettke. Joel Klettke is the Founder of Case Study Buddy, a boutique agency that helps clients like HubSpot and Loom capture, share, and drive ROI from customer stories. He's also a sought-after conversion copywriter, Dad of three, and proud Canadian. In this conversation we discuss: Joel's bac...

Welcome back to the Kindred Spirits Podcast. In this episode, we are joined by HR thought leader and one of Culture Amp's Top 25 Emerging Culture Creators for 2024, Vanesa Cotlar.  Vanesa is an ambitious, people-first leader who spends her days as the VP of People & Culture at PolicyMe. She is passionate about building flexible workplaces and advocates for transparency and ongoing feedback...

Welcome back to the Kindred Spirits Podcast, episode 24, featuring Stacy Reed! Stacy Reed is absolutely obsessed with taking online brands to new heights through strategic marketing. As a Marketing Consultant and Facebook Ads Expert, Stacy teaches online businesses how to make more money, gain their time back, and rapidly increase their visibility to impact the world with their brilliance. She’s h...