Influencer Girl Lifestyle Podcast

Sakura, the co-founder of Bloguettes and blogger behind Something Sakura sits down to talk to Monica on episode 59. Here's what they cover: evolution of the blogging industry how the blogging industry has evolved into a personal brand what the successful bloggers are doing why you need to know how your followers use Instagram why personal branding isn’t just visual how to properly use stock photos benefits of bringing your personal life to your audience CONNECT WITH SAKURA Website: http://Www.somethingsakura.com Instagram Handle: http://instagram.com/Sakuraconsidine Facebook Page: http://Facebook.com/somethingsakura Stock That Rocks: https://bloguettes.com/stock-that-rocks/

Monica chats with Jessica Bailey of Jess Throw It On. They chat about: • Where your energy should be going when you’re establishing yourself as an influencer • Why you should stop obsessing over how many followers you have • What it's like to share your faith with your audience • How to do your thing without worrying about haters • What to do if content creation is feeling tiring CONNECT WITH JESS Website http://instagram.com/JessThrowItOn_ (Instagram Handle)

Monica sits down to chat with Kelly of A Side of Sweet. Here's what they cover: • being a doctor and a blogger • being in the industry for 13 years • how to be ready for your big break • SEO • Why blog traffic isn’t dead • Tracking your analytics CONNECT WITH KELLY WEBSITE INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK PAGE ACCESS THE LAUNCH YOUR PODCAST IN A WEEKEND COURSE

Alyssa Coleman is a Productivity Strategist for entrepreneurs. In this episode Monica and Alyssa chat about: Alyssa is a recovering procrastinator and is giving her best lazy girl hacks and advice How to measure your productivity by knowing exactly what your end goal is How taking a Wednesday off to join your GF for a spa day is productivity Leveraging automation when it comes to productivity in your business The difference between hiring a business coach and a VA http://www.alyssacoleman.ca/big (BIG FOUR: The daily non-negotiables for 10k months ) CONNECT WITH ALYSSA Website Instagram Handle http://www.alyssacoleman.ca/group (Facebook Group)

Monica interviews Emily Roberts of The Lipstick Fever.  The Lipstick Fever is a New York City / London based fashion, beauty, and lifestyle blog, founded in 2015. With a focus on fashion trends, bold beauty, and lifestyle, TLF empowers women to take style and beauty risks with confidence. Monica and Emily chat about: Tips on how to stay committed and passionate when it comes to being a blogger Why Emily says it's so important to engage with your audience and respond to every DM. Since Instagram has become one-sided, how leveraging the new features on the platform can keep the conversation going with your audience. What to do when you get writer's block and/or burnout Making the move from NYC to London, what it's been like living abroad the past year, suggestions on engaging and discovering a new audience, meeting other bloggers, and female entrepreneurs to connect with. Putting yourself out there. The future of blogging: planning ahead and treating it like a business instead of a hobby and givi

Monica chats with the content creator behind Styled and Disturbed and Worthie, Chelsea Cahan. Chelsea breaks down how she launched both her style blogged and travel site. What you'll learn: • How to decide on the right strategy for you to launch • Why it's ok for the voice of your brand to change while still staying true to who you are • The difference between copying and being inspired by Connect with Chelsea Website Instagram Instagram for Worthie Facebook Page

Monica chats with Holistic Health Coach and Food Rebel cook, Jodi Bullock.  They chat about: Why your gut health affects everything else Why you might not be seeing results even if you think you’re eating healthy Balancing your hormones after going off birth control Uncovering hidden truths in the food industry Jodi created and runs online group holistic health coaching programs that show you how to utilize food to tap into not only your healthiest body but life, starting with transforming your digestion where all your energy and power is. Content includes reversing autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, weight loss, manifesting, cooking, plant-based eating and holistic living. CONNECT WITH JODI Website: http://www.jodibullock.com http://instagram.com/jodi.bullock (Instagram Handle): @jodi.bullock Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Jodibullockrd/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/foodrebels/

Ashley Guyatt is the founder of Blonde Collective, an affordable fashion and lifestyle blog. Monica and Ashley Chat about: Honest thoughts on IGTV Why it’s DEFINITELY not too late to get noticed as an influencer and a saturated market is just an excuse The importance of storytelling as a new influencer What it’s like being a blogger and surrounded by other creatives in LA The Fat Jewish & his opinion on the Influencer and Blogging world being saturated Beginner influencers: starting a blog vs. Instagram - which is better?  Why occasionally sleeping in, and not reaching for your phone to scroll social media before you eat breakfast is a good thing Ashley’s hack that has helped with blogging: batching outfits while shooting: 5-8 outfits on a Sunday.  CONNECT WITH ASHLEY Website: http://blondecollective.com/ http://instagram.com/ashbegash (Instagram Handle: http://instagram.com/ashbegash) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/blondecollectiveblog

Anna Lisa is the co-founder of Recess City, a lifestyle Instagram and blog centered on travel, ethical fashion, and sustainability. What we cover in this episode: + How to establish your voice as a blogger + Working with ethical fashion brands and sustainable travel and staying true to your values as an influencer + How to travel with sustainability in mind + Travel hack when traveling as a couple CONNECT WITH RECESS CITY Website Instagram CONNECT WITH MONICA + SHOW NOTES Instagram Website

Monica chats with the founder of Kopari, Kiana Cabell. In this episode, Kiana shares: + How she took an aha moment into a cult following product line + What it takes to turn an idea into a successful business + Her favorite ways to use coconut oil for great skin + Why high-quality coconut oil maters and Kopari’s secret to sourcing the best coconut oil + Why micro-influencers are valuable to brands + Brand perspective on expectations from influencer partnerships + The Kopari products she’s most excited about right now CONNECT WITH KIANA & KOPARI WEBSITE KOPARI ON INSTAGRAM KIANA'S INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK  

Monica chats with the blogger behind The Styled Seed, Delaney Childs. Delaney shares the truth behind the blogging industry that most don't see, how she turned her blog into a career in under 2 years and her stance on buying followers on Instagram. CONNECT WITH DELANEY: Website Instagram  Facebook Page

Monica chats with Alexandra Nikolajev, the head babe in charge over at I'm A Little and Ya We're Basic podcast. She's the manager, writer, producer and host.  They chat about how Alexandra knew when it was time to go full time in her business, how to stand out from the saturation of bloggers and best life hack for traveling. http://instagram.com/yawerebasic (Ya We're Basic Podcast Instagram) http://imalittle.com (Website) http://instagram.com/lexniko (Instagram Handle) http://facebook.com/imalittleblog (Facebook Page) Facebook Group

Katarina Kovacevic is the founder of RUBY. RUBY is a digital media company that promotes female camaraderie, supports sisterhood and inspires women to make a difference in the world. Katarina shares: + how she launched her business through a Kickstarter campaign + how to get clarity on the future of your business and keep it on brand while evolving + why in-depth content matters and is important + why having a long-term vision for your business is critical to your growth and success CONNECT WITH KATARINA: http://www.rubythemag.com/ (Website) Instagram: http://instagram.com/rubythemag (RUBY) http://instagram.com/little_k_kata (PERSONAL) http://facebook.com/rubythemag (Facebook Page)

Chelsea Foster is a Workflow & Productivity Specialist and Web & Graphic Designer who helps creative small business owners organize, streamline, and automate their businesses so they can find the freedom they were looking for when they created them. https://www.chelseabfoster.com/theempoweredbosslab (ABOUT THE EMPOWERED BOSS LAB:) The Empowered Boss Lab - a membership program that is a home for boss ladies to come learn how to organize their businesses, make them more streamlined, figure out what they can automate and how to do that, and be supported as they build their dream businesses and lives.  CONNECT WITH CHELSEA: Burnout - Proof Your Biz Podcast http://www.chelseabfoster.com/ (Website) Instagram Handle: @chelseabfoster Facebook Page: @chelseabfoster 

Monica chats with British Model, Olivia Arben. Olivia is also an ambassador for the British Heart Foundation. Monica and Olivia chat about her modeling career, why she's an ambassador for the British Heart Foundation, London Fashion week and her tip for glowing skin. CONNECT WITH OLIVIA http://instagram.com/oliviaarben (INSTAGRAM) British Heart Foundation social campaign and charity shops: #boughtatbhf 

Monica chats with Kathryn Yee, the owner and designer of The Everyday Co.  They cover: • knowing when it’s time to expand your product line • how press and features get your brand noticed in an authentic and genuine way • Staying in your own lane 20% off entire order with code INFLUENCERGIRL20  http://www.theeveryday.co (WEBSITE) | http://instagram.com/theeveryday_co (INSTAGRAM |)

Monica chats with Elizabeth Hugen, the founder of Lizzie In Lace. Monica and Elizabeth chat about: • How to get your blog noticed • Keeping communication open • The importance of supporting new bloggers • Growing a community on both the blog and instagram • Why blogs are still relevant • Defining your own personal style CONNECT WITH ELIZABETH: http://www.lizzieinlace.com (WEBSITE) | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK PAGE

Monica chats with the inventor of One Two Cosmetics, Katy Stoka. One Two Lash is the world's first magnetic false lash. Monica and Katy chat about her decision to overcome the fear of inventing and launching a product in the beauty industry and how she took the brand global. The company has grown to more than 200 employees and One Two Lash is made by hand in the United States. http://onetwocsometics.com (Website) http://instagram.com/onetwocosmetics (Instagram) http://instagram.com/katy.stoka (Katy's Personal Instagram)

Monica chats with Jamie Schmidt, the founder of Schmidt Naturals.  Jamie share her story of how she started creating her natural deodorants for herself and then brought them to the local farmer's market and how the fans of her products allowed her business to flourish and is now sold at Target and Whole Foods to name a few. https://schmidtsnaturals.com/our-story (Website) https://instagram.com/schmidtsnaturals (Instagram)

Monica chats with the founder of Simply about the importance of in person connection as an influencer and business owner.  Sarah shares success stories of influencers who have attended the conference and later became panelists.  Use INFLUENCERGIRL for 15% off conference tickets http://www.simply-inc.com/ (Website) http://www.instagram.com/simply (Instagram) Facebook