Ready Yet?! With Erin Marcus

“I don’t want to be a sleazy salesperson.” “Sales gives me anxiety!” “I’m not good at sales.” If any of these statements resonate with you, you don’t want to miss this episode of the Ready Yet?! Podcast. My guest is Diane Helbig and we are diving into our experiences and talking about how to overcome fears in sales. Join us as we discuss the misconceptions surrounding 'soft skills', the...

Did you know that the right words at the right time can transform your business? My guest today is Aurora Winter, a successful serial entrepreneur and the founder of Same Page Publishing. Aurora shares her journey from yacht sales to film production and publishing, emphasizing the power of communication and effective storytelling. We dive into the process of crafting a million-dollar message, leve...

On this episode of the Ready Yet?! Podcast I am excited to share my conversation with my guest Spencer Carpenter, founder of Outlier. Audio. Spencer shares his incredible journey from working in the music industry to founding a successful podcast booking agency. We dive into the challenges he faced when the music industry shut down in 2020, and how he pivoted to create new opportunities for himsel...

AI tools are a hot topic right now, so I am excited to share this episode of the Ready Yet?! Podcast with guest Anika Jackson, a multifaceted podcaster, consultant, and educator at USC Annenberg. Listen in as she shares her journey from a club promoter in Kansas City to her dynamic roles in marketing, PR, and AI consultancy. We also dive into how AI tools can be used effectively in small businesse...

My guest today is Taylor Thomas, Business Strategist, Consultant, Podcaster, Speaker, Founder of Thomas Endurance Coaching and Co-Founder of Impact Initiative. Listen in as we take a dive deep into the importance of team dynamics, leadership, and the concept of 'false heroics' in business. Taylor shares his journey from a solo entrepreneur to a passionate advocate for team-based success....

In this episode of the Ready Yet Podcast, my guest is Colleen Biggs, a Business Strategist, Coach, Speaker, and Author. Join us as we dive into the dos and don'ts of networking, building meaningful relationships, and the impact of authenticity in business. Colleen also shares insights into attracting the right clients, energy and mindset in business, and avoiding common entrepreneurial mistak...

In this episode of the Ready Yet?! podcast, my guest Robert Brill, CEO of Brill Media, shares his expertise in advertising and marketing, highlighting his 20-year journey in the industry. We dive deep into the complexities of social media advertising, the pitfalls of boosting posts without a strategy, and the intricacies of differentiating between marketing and advertising. Robert explains his app...

Networking can open up unexpected opportunities for both personal and business growth, and is my own favorite marketing tactic. So I am excited to introduce my guest on this episode of the Ready Yet?! Podcast, Tyneshia Dice, founder of the Innovative Design Group, who has a passion for building brand strategies and WordPress websites. Tyneshia shares her journey from a corporate sales background t...

Have you ever wondered how stories can bridge gaps between conflicting viewpoints? My guest today is Diane Wyzga, a seasoned storyteller, podcaster, and coach who works with women to uncover and leverage their origin stories for branding, marketing, and overcoming life challenges. Join us as we discuss the profound impact of storytelling in fostering empathy, connection, and authenticity both in p...

Welcome to this episode of the Ready Yet podcast! I'm thrilled to introduce today's guest, Mark Stoner, a seasoned entrepreneur and long-time friend. We delve into our shared experiences in business and how pivotal moments helped shape our entrepreneurial paths. Mark shares his journey from struggling as a solo chimney sweep to creating successful businesses, including an unexpected vent...

Have you ever eaten a Wendy’s Baconator? If so, you’ve already experienced the brand naming expertise of today’s guest. In this episode of the Ready Yet podcast, we dive deep into the world of brand naming with Alexandra Watkins, founder and chief executive of Eat My Words, a naming firm known for its creative and memorable brand names. Alexandra, who famously named Wendy's Baconator, shares...

Have you ever wondered how storytelling can transform your entrepreneurial journey? On this episode of the Ready Yet Podcast, I sit down with Andrew Chestnut, a keynote architect with nearly 20 years in the learning industry. Andrew's unique path from successful entrepreneurial ventures to helping others craft their narratives is both unconventional and inspiring. Join us as we dive into the...

In this episode of the 'Ready Yet' podcast, join me as I chat with Richard Wildman about vital strategies for small business owners to enhance their customer experience. Richard, an esteemed author and consultant, draws from his diverse background to explain the importance of customer engagement and personalized service. We dive into why businesses often fail to adjust to market changes...

My guest today is Mark J. Carter, a passionate advocate for mastermind groups and mentoring programs. Mark shares his 20-year journey of running mastermind groups both offline and online, and his experience from interviewing successful people for his book Idea Climbing.  Join us as we dive into the use of podcasting as a powerful networking tool and the importance of maintaining authenticity in re...

My guest today is Adi Klevitt, a Process Consultant whose passion is to bring order and organization into businesses and help them grow and scale by creating, documenting, and implementing business processes and procedures. Adi shares her journey in process improvement, starting her own business, and the impact of documenting and optimizing business processes. Join us as we discuss the reasons bus...

In this episode of the Ready Yet?! Podcast, we are exploring how combining social justice, spirituality, and small business can lead to a more conscientious way of working. My guest today is Mark Silver, founder of Heart of Business. In this episode, Mark shares his journey of helping over 4,500 business owners over the past 24 years and advocates for a mindful approach to merging the inner and ou...

My guest today is Corey Disson, a Social Media, Self-reliance & Mental Toughness Evangelist, who teaches entrepreneurs how to go get it in marketing. Join us as we explore the foundational belief that simple interactions can lead to meaningful relationships and opportunities, along with the topics of happiness, self-awareness, and the detrimental impact of a victim mentality, advocating for a...

My guest on this episode of the Ready Yet?! Podcast is Raquel Bruno, a talent producer, talent booker, and executive producer with over 30 years in the entertainment industry. Raquel shares her journey of adapting to changes within the industry, from navigating the challenges of live television and strikes to making a strategic shift in her career towards mentoring and coaching through her company...

My guest on this episode of the Ready Yet?! Podcast is Daryl Urbanski, a business coach and host of The Best Business Podcast. Join us as we discuss Daryl’s extensive experience in helping businesses attract and retain customers. He recounts his journey, from starting an agency and living in Vietnam to conducting workshops and identifying critical success factors for business success. Woven into t...

My guest on his episode of the Ready Yet podcast is Stefan Zavalin, founder of The Professional Unicorn. Listen in as we have a candid conversation about the importance of authenticity and humanity in business. Stefan shares his journey, emphasizing the crucial role of being vulnerable and truly oneself in both business and content creation. He discusses overcoming insecurities by naming his compa...

In this episode of the Ready Yet podcast, my guest Adrienne Johnston and I delve into the importance of consistency and aligning business growth efforts with your current business stage.  Adrienne shares her journey as a niche graphic designer specializing in presentation design, including scaling her business, the challenges of balancing revenue pursuits with personal life, and the significance o...

In this episode of the Ready Yet podcast, we are talking about security, both cyber and physical, with guest Frankie Pannell, a former special agent for the Secret Service and now an executive in cybersecurity for a major tech company as well as a speaker and founder of a security consulting firm.  Pannell discusses his transition from government security to the tech industry, emphasizes the cruci...

Sometimes when plans don't work out, it may be because something needs to shift or there is a bigger opportunity.  However,  it can take time to see this perspective. If this resonates with you, you will enjoy this episode of the Ready Yet?! Podcast with my guest Leah Remillet.  Leah Remillet is an international speaker, the host of Balancing Busy Podcast, a top 100 podcast, and a systems str...

My guest on this episode of the Ready Yet?! podcast is Mariana Kinney, founder of Might in Motion, who shares her unique perspective of excelling in her corporate job while also venturing into entrepreneurship, a path less traveled by many. She introduces the concept of 'Might in Motion' based on four pillars: motivation, momentum, mindfulness, and might, explaining its relevance to pers...

In this episode of the Ready Yet podcast, my guest is Jim Hardwick, who has been a Vice President of Sales for over 25 years and is now a Fractional/Outsourced VP of Sales, helping businesses grow their revenue by building a foundation that is sustainable year over year. Join us as we discuss his journey from a stressful corporate career to a fulfilling life of service and finding passion and purp...