Working Girl Talk

I got a message on Instagram asking, "How do we go about finding something that is the right fit for us? (podcast, blog, hobby, etc.)" That sparked the idea for this episode. Let's talk about finding the right "thing" for you.   This Week's News: ‣ Whitney Wolfe Herd takes Bumble public ( Fortune , Business Insider ) ‣ The McDonald's secret menu item we need to discuss ( Business Insider ) ‣ Shopi...

Today’s guest is Alex Bradberry, founder of the Sparkle Bar!  In this episode: ✨ Turning an idea to a brick and mortar establishment ✨ How to motivate yourself ✨ Why having a purpose-driven mission is crucial to business ✨ The importance of culture when building a team ✨ Balancing family and business ✨ Changing focus in 2020 ✨ One thing to do today to boost confidence   FOLLOW Alex ( @alexb...

Is anyone still recovering from 2020? Yep, me too.   No matter what life throws at us, it’s up to us to decide how we react to it. I’ve had a few pivot moments this month already and a constant thought in my head has been, "I need peace!"   In a world so chaotic, how do we protect our peace and set boundaries?   ⚡️Today, Abby is focusing on three areas to set boundaries in, what to focus on and h...

Get ready to take notes! Today, we are joined by Alex Krahling, the CEO and founder of High Moon Studio. They are a branding & website design agency that also focuses heavily on education with designer training courses.   Alex has over 10 years of experience designing brands and websites. She's run two successful companies and has her master's degree in Global Strategic Communications with an emph...

"Why blend in when you were born to stand out?" We've all heard it before but did you know maybe there's a reason why people say that? HINT: It's because it's true! In this solo episode with your host, Abby Zufelt, she highlights a personal experience to help you understand why embracing who you are and standing out will take you where you want to go. Get ready for a story of one obnoxious hat, an...

Happy new year, working girl gang! We're kicking things off with Laura Arroyo, author.  ⚡️ Supporting ALL women at work ⚡️ How to overcome perceived career losses ⚡️ How embarrassing herself helped her overcome imposter syndrome ⚡️ Top 3 tips when it comes to writing a book ⚡️ Self-publishing on Amazon   Make sure to check out her book! VISIBLE: A Woman's Guide to Unleashing Your Full Potenti...

The end of the year means it's performance review time! It can be hard to remember everything you've done throughout the year. Anyone else frantically trying to remember accomplishments? Easily highlight all your hard work with our Working Girl Talk secret formula. Hint: start preparing for your end of year review on January 1.✅   We'll dive into an actionable way to start preparing for your 2021...

Today’s episode is a Working Girl Talk first - a social media and marketing roundtable with Alexa and Natalie of Content & Cocktails ! A group of marketing working girls talk their favorite social media hot topics and discuss where they think these trends are going in 2021.   In this episode, we discuss: TikTok: Why TikTok blew up in 2020 What does success look like?  Fave TikTok accounts Instagra...

Today we talk to Jessica Zeldner and Risa Kostis, sisters and founders of The Rescue Kit Company !   Looking for the perfect gift? Here's a DISCOUNT CODE for The Rescue Kit Co.: Use WORKINGGIRL15 at checkout or CLICK this link.   In This Episode: Going from idea to product Navigating disagreements and boundaries with a business partner Sacrifices as a business owner/entrepreneur Favorite products...

Balancing a small business and a full-time job? We see you here at Working Girl Talk! As a side hustler herself, your host, Abby, dives into her top 5 tips for managing a business and full-time job. For anyone out there side-hustling, running multiple businesses or even thinking about starting a business, Working Girl Talk is cheering you on!   Additional Resources: - 13 Tips for Anyone Working a...

Fight off procrastination and take back your schedule! Get ready for all of the productivity tips with Alyssa Coleman . She is a productivity guru and she coaches entrepreneurs, bloggers and influencers to get more done, make more money & make a bigger IMPACT.    In this episode: - Her career journey - Taking your productivity to the next level - How to identify where you should be spending time i...

Have you ever struggled with the legalities of your business? Or have you ever wondered how to protect your business's name or products? This episode is for you! On today’s episode, Taylor Tieman of Legalmiga shares trademark and legal protection knowledge. Taylor is a lawyer turned entrepreneur that helps business owners set themselves up for legal success. Get ready to take some notes! If you li...

Happy Halloween from Working Girl Talk! Our annual Halloween episode is filled with workplace horror stories! From bad smelling food to strange customer interactions, we have it all. We hope this episode makes you smile and serves as a reminder to laugh at the (sometimes) strange moments in the workplace. Sending good vibes and spooky fun to our Working Girl Talk girl gang!   This Week's News: - N...

With the world the way it is, I hope you’ve been taking advantage of all of the virtual events going on. Have ever wondered how to go about throwing one yourself?   Today, we talk about event planning with Meghan Fialkoff, co-founder of The Modern Day Wife and non-profit director. Hailing from Long Island, Meghan is passionate about production and entertainment which led her into the events busine...

Maybe you’re launching a product or having an event. You have social posts, emails and ads created and scheduled. It’s perfect! BUT… are you setting things up to know what drove the most traffic to your site? Don’t make this digital marketing mistake! Today, we’ll cover the most underutilized tool when it comes to link tracking. Class is in session!   Google’s URL Builder . Use this as guide to st...

Feelings of inadequacy and hopelessness are abound this year, BUT here's your reminder that your goals matter and they CAN become reality. All those phrases you hear about "everything happens for a reason" or "look how far you've come" are true. And today's episode shows you why!   In this episode: - Abby's "ah-ha!" manifesting moment this week - Two tactical ways to manifest your dreams into real...

Sometimes the dream career finds you! Just ask Aisha Marshall. Starting out in journalism and then going to law school, entrepreneurship was a dream that she and her best friend, Des, had. One day, they decided to make their dream a reality when two clients fell into their lap. They decided to go for it! And we are so glad they did. In part two of our Creative Label series, Aisha Marshall joins us...

We all WANT press, but are our brands actually ready for it? What’s the point of press when there’s no goal behind it? Today’s guest is exactly what you need. Des Dickerson is the VP of public relations and digital marketing and the cofounder of Creative Label. She has worked behind the scenes of major TV shows and networks such as The Dr. Phil Show, Lifetime, HGTV, and YouTube. Get ready to take...

Given the popularity of Netflix's newest documentary The Social Dilemma , today's episode dissects the movie and talks about how you can check what data Facebook and Google know about you. Your host, Abby, a professional digital marketer, will break down how this data is used for advertising and how you can take more control of it. We'll also dive into a discussion about the real threats that soci...

Have you ever wondered how people make money off their blog or website? How does your website even get found in the first place? We are BIG fans of SEO here at Working Girl Talk so you will LOVE today's episode with SEO strategist Stefanie Becker. Stefanie Becker is the owner of the boutique SEO agency Stefanie Becker Digital , as well as the creator of the online course, SEO for Creatives.   In t...

Raise your hand if this year has take a toll on you! You are not alone. There have been a lot of shifts and changes this year, it's hard to keep up. Today's episode dives into navigating risk and change during uncertain times and who better to teach us then Megan Accardo?! Megan is a former family therapist turned entrepreneur and leadership coach. Her mission is to guide you to find greater conne...

Are your thoughts holding you back? Sometimes, you may not even notice the limiting beliefs that are keeping you stuck in the same place. Today's episode is all above overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs. Janelle Lynnae, founder of Next Level Confident, joins us to discuss her personal journey with depression and self-sabotage, and how she shifted her mindset. She helps self-conscious women...

If you've ever felt bogged down by burnout or wanted to know how to fully optimize your job, side hustle or business - this one is for you! Kristin Molenaar, is on a personal mission to eradicate entrepreneurial stress and help her clients work less & make more. She runs YesBoss , a virtual agency that partners with solopreneurs as their one-stop business building team. They hit six figures in 201...

Today's guest is Sophia Sunwoo, the founder of Ascent Strategy, where she helps women-led startups get their companies off the ground through startup coaching and programs. Sophia is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and has been recognized for her entrepreneurial endeavors in Forbes, ELLE Magazine, and on the TEDx stage.   In this episode: Starting a clothing company out of her dorm room - and then se...

Have you ever wanted to start your own cosmetics line? Today’s guest on Working Girl Talk is Eve Dawes! Eve Dawes is the founder of Dawes Custom Cosmetics, a custom lipstick experience where you can create your own perfect, unique custom color lipstick that's cruelty-free. Eve is also a certified personal trainer, pageant queen( Mrs. Nevada United States 2017), WBFF Pro, fitness blogger, podcaster...