The Smoking Prophet

Episode 125 | You're called to leave an undeniable mark on this world! You know it. But it's hard. Your calling puts a demand on you that's painful. The pain speaks to you. On the one hand, the pain screams quit, and on the other, the pain whispers create. And that's what this podcast is all about, what pain whispers to you. Now take a selah and pull back a bit, so I can remind you that pain can b...

Episode 124 | Bad writing does not mean bad writer. Press play on this episode for three tips to help you write better instantly. Although we made this with social media in mind— you can flip these tips with almost any type of content you create. Don’t believe me? Just listen. Then apply these three tips to write better content for social media — instantly. https://thesmokingprophet.com/make-bad-w...

Episode 123 | Getting people to see your content on social media should NOT be so tricky. But it is tricky with engagement becoming a hit-or-miss thing. Not to mention ads may get prioritized in a feed before your content does. Ugh. This makes getting your content on people's social feeds even more difficult. Thankfully, difficult doesn't mean impossible, and there's a strategy to fix it. So here'...

Episode 122 | Helping the wrong people is one of the most demoralizing things you can do. It leads to unnecessary burnout, is hugely frustrating, and means that you've said no to something more meaningful. This episode fully explains why you won't catch me helping the wrong people. Use it to help you skip gigs and pass up opportunities meant to drain you. READ THE BLOG — 9 Signs You're Helping the...

Episode 121 | Social media shifted. Now you need to do more than just post to stay relevant. You need to post content that genuinely connects with your audience. Learn to play by the new rules with this mini-course turned podcast episode. This episode includes a four-week social media plan to boost engagement and get followers — without paying for it. https://thesmokingprophet.com/four-week-plan-t...

Episode 120 | You can write to your future self! And I'm going to teach you how in this episode. I love pre-filling my planner with encouraging words and affirmations for the year. I love turning the pages to see what encouraging words I left for myself months in advance. It's insane how the words I need always seem to find their way to the right page on the right day. Listen and learn how to writ...

Episode 119 | Being overlooked taught me how to get noticed. And in this podcast, I share the six strategies that helped me do it. Copy my strategies and show people you're an undeniable asset too! Use the link below to read my notes: thesmokingprophet.com/apply-pressure-in-any-industry Join my group and get premiere access to an upcoming on-demand course - Five Social Ways to Learn Your Niche Aud...

Episode 118 | It wasn't until this year that I finally understood my seasons and how they affect my creative flow.✨ I planned to launch some live classes (content marketing) and BOOM. 🚧 Just like that, things didn't mesh. Why? Because I was moving against the beat 🥁 of my productivity and not with it. Not sure what I mean? Let me explain. Tap play and listen to this mini-lesson on finding your...

Episode 117 | Want to maximize your potential? Learn the spiritual seasons and your life's personal patterns because discerning the seasons can help you align your focus in the best possible way. Use this episode to learn about spiritual seasons and patterns so you can consistently maximize your creativity, career, and business. READ MY NOTES HERE: https://thesmokingprophet.com/what-spiritual-patt...

Episode 116 | Whether you have a team of employees or talented freelancers, one thing is true. You need trust and a positive team culture to build a thriving organization. Use this episode to cultivate a positive team culture by discerning the team builders and killers around you. Learn to build a competitive dynamic and strengthen the diversity of your team as a leader or a player! So that you mo...

Episode 115 | This impromptu Love Talk between Dante and Lola answers a big question: will a man who loves you ignore you? 💔 Before you answer prematurely, take a listen to this episode. Because in this message, Dante reveals how he ignored Lola - multiple times. Did Dante love Lola when he did this to her? Does Dante still ignore Lola? And finally— the question that anyone who gets ignored wants...

Episode 114 | Six Ways to Discern Toxic Work Have you ever felt like you don’t want to go to work? That feeling that anywhere else is better than this, or you dread having to go. Suppose you feel that way, then your work could be toxic. In this episode, Dante and Lola will give you six ways to discern toxic work, the beast of hustle culture, and some strategies to live your life on your terms. Are...

Episode 113 | This clip is a teaser of an upcoming episode — Six Ways to Discern Toxic Work. It's an inspiring message for people pursuing their dreams at work, in their side careers, or as entrepreneurs. In this teaser, you'll learn what Hustle Culture is and why it's toxic. You'll also get some courage to find your rhythm, use your energy wisely, and live your life on your terms. JOIN OUR PRIVAT...

Episode 112 | Stop letting the lie of having it all together stop you. Wondering if you read that right. You did. You are halting your growth by pretending that you know everything, that you have everything together, and that you don’t need help. There is nothing wrong with reaching out to someone to learn more. In this podcast, I'm going to help you do just that. (You can watch this podcast here:...

Episode #111 | You're here because you're getting overlooked. Passed over opportunities. Skipped for promotions and ignored for speaking engagements. You're tired of it. I feel you. I totally get it. I understand. So let's do something about it. In this episode, I'm going to tell you why you may get overlooked and how to make it stop. I'm going to tell you how to position yourself for opportunity...

Episode 110 | This podcast reveals five easy-to-follow steps to help creators and entrepreneurs prepare to build their teams. TAP THE LINK BELOW FOR EPISODE NOTES: https://thesmokingprophet.com/prep-work-for-teamwork-entrepreneur-advice/ JOIN OUR PRIVATE COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesmokingprophet/?ref=share FOR DAILY INSPIRATION FOLLOW: pinterest.com/lolacabaya instagram.com/thes...

Episode 109 | One of the best things about a mutually satisfying relationship is being able to let your guard down. To express yourself fully and to be totally vulnerable. To say how you feel without fear of judgment or backlash. Those moments between a couple can be transformational—not only for them but for the people around them. Still, more often than none, these moments of intimacy and total...

Episode 108 | You can set prices for your products and services with confidence and without selling yourself short. And in this episode, you'll learn how. Follow the formula from this episode to feel more confident and secure about charging clients for your business or creative brand services. EPISODE NOTES: https://thesmokingprophet.com/confidence-to-set-business-prices/ CHECK YOUR SKILL LEVEL HE...

Episode 107 | You want to be relevant — who doesn't? But do you know there's something better than being relevant? Yes, your brand, your business, and your skill set can be better than relevant. And in this podcast episode, I tell you What's Better Than Relevant and How to Get There. So please tune in—and hear my step-by-step process for how to make yourself better than relevant in our attention-s...

Episode 106 | Hey visionary! Brand-builder! Business owner! Content creator! You’re here because you’re looking for inspiration. And guess what? I’ve got it! This message is for YOU. It’s short (less than 7 minutes) — but has just what you need to hear. So press play and get the encouragement you need to ask for help after you’ve felt crushed or rejected. TAP THE LINK BELOW FOR EPISODE NOTES: http...

Episode 105 | Everyone is an expert at something. And if you're reading this, maybe you don't believe it. Perhaps you don't feel sure enough to call yourself an expert. Or maybe you don't understand why other people call themselves experts. If that's what you think, then this podcast is for you. In this episode, we're calling out your inner-expert so that you can see you're an authority in somethi...

Episode 104 | Today's podcast episode is NOTHING like the norm. It's very random. I seriously put little thought into my talking points. Let me tell you how it happened. While winding down on some work and following my regular wrap-up routine, I said to myself: my routine is so smart, so strategic, and so helpful to me — in my demanding work-life that there is NO way I can keep it a secret. I have...

Episode 103 | This episode makes it crystal clear why you should NOT build your business, your brand, or your personal image on the backs of bashing others. Listen in to find out why peer bashing and competition are so counterproductive to building your network and your net worth. TAP THE LINK FOR EPISODE NOTES: https://thesmokingprophet.com/competition-collaboration-peer-bashing/ JOIN OUR PRIVATE...

Episode 102 | Do you have a mission or a vision statement? Assuming you said no, listen to this podcast. This episode will teach you how to write a mission and vision statement for your life, your brand, your business, or your non-profit. After hearing this message, you should have more peace about your purpose, greater vision, and be more likely to see your vision manifest! TAP THE LINK FOR EPISO...

Episode 101 | Transition is tough. But you know that already and don't need anyone to tell you. So I won't. What I will tell you is WHY TRANSITION IS SO CHAOTIC. And how to get through the uncertainty change brings — so you can feel better about things a lot sooner. Did I mention I'll do this in less than 10 minutes? So, listen up if you're experiencing ANY changes that challenge your routine or s...