Entrepreneur Escape Pod

EP. 28 Dylan and Matt From the Curious Podcast and I Discuss YouTube, Artificial Intelligence, Manifestation, The Metaverse and More!

This week I sit down with Dylan and Matt from the Curious Podcast [https://www.youtube.com/@curiouspodcast/featured]. Bee Curious is a weekly podcast where they bring interesting people together. Their podcast guests are from many walks of life and there's always a focus on learning. Their podcast episodes can be inspirational, business, psychology, science, tech or something else. In this episode, we sat down and had a lot of fun talking about a wide variety of topics. We dive into YouTube, social media and what makes viral content. We also discuss artificial intelligence, the Metaverse, manifestation and whether or not it works. This episode was a ton of fun and I hope you enjoy listening to it. If you enjoy this episode please check out the Curious Podcast on YouTube. Curious Podcast YouTube Channel: @curiouspodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@curiouspodcast/featured] Curious Reactions YouTube Channel: @curious_reactions [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4wTxTq0PLIEZRQYMDHkbaw] Dylan Curious Twitter: @curious_youtube [https://twitter.com/curious_youtube] Curious Podcasts Instagram: @curious_youtube [https://www.instagram.com/curious_youtube/] Melissa's Instagram: @melissa_rittenhouse [https://www.instagram.com/melissa_rittenhouse/] Melissa's TikTok: @melissa_rittenhouse [https://www.tiktok.com/@melissa_rittenhouse?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Melissa's Twitter: @Virtual_Melissa [https://twitter.com/Virtual_Melissa] Melissa's Website: https://melissarittenhouse.co/ [https://melissarittenhouse.co/]

EP. 27 Solo Podcast! A Stream of Consciousness Discussing Content, Demographics, Twitter and More!

Hi everyone! This episode is another solo podcast episode. In this episode I discuss the content trip I went on with Chelsea UGC and my recent thoughts on content. I also ramble a bit about what I would write a book about if I were to write one. This was inspired by my last podcast guest Genevieve Parker Hill. I also talk a bit about Elon's Twitter takeover and my thoughts on that! If you like this episode reach out and let me know! Joshua Tree Airbnb: https://oasishotwaterretreat.com/ [https://oasishotwaterretreat.com/] Peter Zeihan's Latest Book: The End of the World Is Just the Beginning: Mapping the Collapse of Globalization [https://a.co/d/84BmFtm]  Melissa's Instagram: @melissa_rittenhouse [https://www.instagram.com/melissa_rittenhouse/] Melissa's TikTok: @melissa_rittenhouse [https://www.tiktok.com/@melissa_rittenhouse?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Melissa's Twitter: @Virtual_Melissa [https://twitter.com/Virtual_Melissa] Melissa's Website: https://melissarittenhouse.co/ [https://melissarittenhouse.co/]

EP. 26 Author and Writing Coach Genevieve Parker Hill Shares Why Writing A Book Can Be Easier Than You Think!

Genevieve Parker Hill is a self-described "book doula" aka writing coach, editor, ghostwriter and author of five books. Genevieve has helped several podcasters become authors by coaching them through turning their audio content into a cohesive book. Genevieve's coaching process helps podcasters, as well as YouTubers, bloggers and more, outline their ideas and turn them into a self-published book. She also helps authors navigate the self-publishing process by helping them put together professional looking cover art, conduct market research and more! In this episode, we discuss Genevieve's background and how she got her start as a self-published author. We also discuss how she discovered her writing process and some tips for writing both non-fiction and fiction books. We also dive deep into her coaching process and how Genevieve simplifies the writing process through recorded conversations and audio content. If you're someone who is interested in writing your first book or interested in turning your audio content into a book this episode is for you! Also please check out Genevieve's website and social media pages as well! Genevieve's Website: https://genevieveparkerhill.com/ [https://genevieveparkerhill.com/] Genevieve's Instagram: @genevievewrites [https://www.instagram.com/genevievewrites/] Podcast2Book Instagram: @podcast2book [https://www.instagram.com/podcast2book/] Genevieve's Amazon Author Page [https://www.amazon.com/Genevieve-Parker-Hill/e/B00ALABZ8A] Melissa's Website: https://melissarittenhouse.co/ [https://melissarittenhouse.co/] Melissa's Instagram: @melissa_rittenhouse [https://www.instagram.com/melissa_rittenhouse/] Melissa's TikTok: @melissa_rittenhouse [https://www.tiktok.com/@melissa_rittenhouse?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Melissa's Twitter: @Virtual_Melissa [https://twitter.com/Virtual_Melissa]

EP. 25 Small Business Lawyer Samantha Bradshaw Shares Essential Do's and Don'ts for Online Business Owners

Samantha Bradshaw is a small business and intellectual property lawyer and online business owner. Samantha started her virtual Virgina law firm in order to help small business owners grow and protect their business. Samantha is passionate about helping fellow online business owners protect their business with the right trademarks, contracts and legal advice. Samantha believes an ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure and with her firm she strives to develop long-term relationships with her clients and make the legal stuff feel less overwhelming. In this episode, we discuss what it's like running a virtual law firm and discuss the rise of remote work and how the legal field is adjusting to this new way of working. We also discuss what small business owners need to be aware of legally and what are some common legal blindspots. We then dive deep into two essential aspects of running an online business, trademarks and contracts! If you're interested in learning more about the legal aspects of running an online business this episode is for you!  Samantha's Website: https://www.inlinelegal.com/ [https://www.inlinelegal.com/] Samantha's Instagram: @inlinelegal [https://www.instagram.com/inlinelegal/] Samantha's TikTok: @samanthab.esq [https://www.tiktok.com/@samanthab.esq?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Melissa's Website: https://melissarittenhouse.co/ [https://melissarittenhouse.co/] Melissa's Instagram: @melissa_rittenhouse [https://www.instagram.com/melissa_rittenhouse/] Melissa's TikTok: @melissa_rittenhouse [https://www.tiktok.com/@melissa_rittenhouse?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Melissa's Twitter: @Virtual_Melissa  [https://twitter.com/Virtual_Melissa]

EP. 24 Kelli Mitchell Tells Us What Creative Entrepreneurs Need To Take Their Online Business To The Next Level!

Kelli Mitchell is an expert creative business builder, entrepreneur and coach. She started her online business journey back in 2011 and has turned her side hustle into a multi-six-figure business. Her business, Pink Lemonade Company started out as a website design and branding studio but quickly became a destination for creators to learn design skills, sell their own graphics, and build their own solid creative businesses. Kelli helps creative women turn their passion into a full-time career. Through her coaching program she helps women craft a business strategy that fits their lifestyle and allows them earn a living doing what they love on their own time. In this episode, we discuss Kelli's entrepreneurial journey and how she went from selling digital products part-time to building a growing online business. We also discuss Kelli's coaching programs and how she helps her students craft their own unique business ecosystem. We also discuss some of the pros and cons of selling on third party platforms as well as setting up your own website. If you're a creative individual who is interested in setting up your own online business for success this episode is for you! Please don't forget to check out Kelli's website and social media pages linked below!   Pink Lemonade Company: https://pinklemonadecompany.com/  Kelli's Instagram: @pinklemonadecompany Kelli's Pinterest: @pinklemonadeco Kelli's Facebook: Pink Lemonade Company Kelli's YouTube: Pink Lemonade Company Melissa's Website: https://melissarittenhouse.co/  Melissa's Instagram: @melissa_rittenhouse Melissa's TikTok: @melissa_rittenhouse Melissa's Twitter: @Virtual_Melissa