Erica and Melissa sit down with Kate Kennedy of Be There in Five! She’s sharing her fresh take on business, social media and influencers all while juggling the ups and downs of being an entrepreneur. Kate Kennedy is a Chicago-based entrepreneur, author, podcast host and pop culture commentator. After spending almost 7 years in corporate marketing and advertising, her life changed one day when she decided to create a doormat that said “Turn Off Your Curling Iron” so she wouldn’t burn her apartment down. She loved them so much she started selling them and the business took off! She sold thousands and thousands of doormats reminding people of things that they forget when they’re running out the door. She was actually able to quit her job within a year. Since then she’s also written a #1 new release book on her love/hate relationship with social media called Twinkle, Twinkle, Social Media Star and has a pop culture influencer-focused podcast, Be There in 5 Podcast. In this episode, Kate shares… How she turned the idea for her doormats into a successful company Her take on the importance of social media How she separates her personal identity from her business’s Common misconceptions about social media stars Why our struggles are often what makes us most relatable How to prevent social media from negatively affecting your mental health ENTER OUR SUBSCRIBER CHALLENGE: Subscribe to the Share Your Shine channel on whatever platform you’re listening on, take a screenshot, DM it to @shareyourshinepodcast on Instagram & introduce yourself - let us know who you are! We are going to pick one person every week to say hi to on the podcast. Be sure to listen in! You can find Kate on Instagram at @bethereinfive and her best-selling book, Twinkle, Twinkle, Social Media Star on Amazon.  And say hello to us on Instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast or on our personal pages, @everythingerica and @melisfit_!

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Social Media: The Misconceptions and How to Use it to Positively Change your Life with Kate Kennedy

Erica and Melissa sit down with Lindsay Nead, founder of Parker Talent Management, to discuss starting and expanding your own business, managing people and how to balance it all! Lindsay Nead is a wife, a mom to one and a new puppy, and the founder of Parker Talent Management. She runs the company out of her house in Portland, Oregon and is originally from San Diego, California. She launched Parker Management back in 2017, originally because she was desperate for more time with her son. She hated being away from him at her 9-5 job and wanted to create a company where others that crave more time at home could work and, most importantly, thrive. Parker Management is now a team of 6, just recently bringing on another Talent Manager. In this episode, Lindsay shares: How to hire the right person for your business The most important traits of those who work from home How to relinquish control when managing employees Why you have to spend money to make money How to banish indecision once and for all Her tips for navigating social media partnerships ENTER OUR SUBSCRIBER CHALLENGE: Subscribe to the Share Your Shine channel on whatever platform you’re listening on, take a screenshot, DM it to @shareyourshinepodcast on Instagram & introduce yourself - let us know who you are! We are going to pick one person every week to say hi to on the podcast. Be sure to listen in! You can find Lindsay on Instagram at @lindsaynead and her agency on Instagram at @parkermanagement. And say hello to us on Instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast or on our personal pages, @everythingerica and @melisfit_!

How to Start and Expand a Successful Business from Home with Lindsay Nead

Jenny Hutt is a Radio host, author, television host, and lawyer with a self-deprecating humor, honesty and willingness to talk about everything. Currently, Jenny is the host of Just Jenny on SiriusXM Stars channel 109. She has appeared frequently on television as a special correspondent for The INSIDER, CBS’ Entertainment Tonight, and spent a year co-hosting on HLN’s Dr. Drew on Call. She was also seen many nights on HLN’s ShowBiz Tonight and has been featured on BetterTV and CNN newsroom with Brooke Baldwin.   Her first book, WHATEVERLAND: Learning to Live Here: An Exuberant and Hilariously Irreverent Guide to Life, was co-authored with Alexis Stewart and was published by John Wiley & Sons in October, 2011.  In this episode, Jenny shares: How she transitioned from being a stay at home mom to re-entering the workforce What kickstarted her journey to self acceptance How she got into radio and has stayed on the air for 14 years How to maintain relationships outside of the workplace  Why she considers authenticity one of the most important keys to her job How she started her revolutionary eyewear company despite not knowing the first thing about starting a business & more! You can find Jenny on Instagram at @justjennyhutt or her website, justjennyhutt.com. You can find her eyewear company, Bunny Eyez, on Instagram at @bunnyeyez or bunnyeyez.com. And say hello to us on Instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast!

How Vulnerability Can Help Grow Your Career and Connect With Others with Jenny Hutt

Erica and Melissa sit down with former NFL player Andrew East to talk about goal setting, starting a social media career and how to stay motivated even when you don’t know what’s next! In this episode, Andrew shares: -How his athletic upbringing led him to the NFL -How he met his wife, Olympic Gold medalist Shawn Johnson -How he and Shawn navigate working together every day -How to redefine your goals when life gives you different lemons -The life lessons he learned in the NFL -The key to sustaining a social media career You can find Andrew on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter at @andrewdeast and on YouTube at The East Family. And check out his podcast, Redirected. Don’t forget to say hello to us on Instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast!

Andrew East on Redirecting NFL Career, Being a Digital Influencer and Working With Your Spouse

If you’re sitting there and feeling like there is something you want to do in your life, but maybe too scared to take the leap, this episode will leave you feeling inspired to move forward! We’re sharing: -Why it’s never too late in life to make a change -The difference between running away and being dedicated to finding your dream life -How to focus on what’s best for YOU -Why you should never write the ending of your story before it happens -How to acknowledge your fear of change, but not succumb to it -Why being replaceable is ultimately a good thing! ENTER OUR SUBSCRIBER CHALLENGE: Subscribe to the Share Your Shine Podcast on whatever platform you’re listening on, take a screenshot, DM it to @shareyourshinepodcast on Instagram & introduce yourself - let us know who you are! We are going to pick one person every week to say hi to on the podcast. Be sure to listen in! And say hello to us on Instagram on our personal pages too, @everythingerica and @melisfit_!

How to Make That Change You’ve Always Dreamed About

Erica and Melissa sit down with fitness expert and author, Astrid Swan, and food entrepreneur, Lawrence Longo, to talk all about finding balance in your life and relationships.  Astrid is a highly sought-after Los Angeles-based personal trainer, fitness model and athlete. She’s committed to helping people of various levels of fitness be their best while looking good and feeling great. Whether your goal is to be lean and toned or to build some crazy muscles, Astrid will get you there. Her workouts are addictive, innovative and the results speak for themselves. Astrid’s personality will put you at ease when you train with her. She has a way about her (even during the most intense moments of your workout) that will make you smile. Her husband, Lawrence, or “Big Shot” as people refer to him around the food world is a restaurant investor and founder and creator of the popular membership food club, Off the Menu. Off the Menu curates secret menu items from restaurants, bars and cafes across North America. The mobile app features over 750 items across 22 cities, ranging from burgers to 4 star dining. Off the Menu strives to be the leading social media marketing and digital content platform in the food and drink industry. In this episode, you’ll learn:How this married duo has managed to fuse both of their passions while helping each other find balanceHow to connect with others over your core values, no matter how different your personalities areWhy it’s essential to make time for what makes you happyHow to support your partner in their passions while still making time for your ownWhy it’s okay if you’re struggling to find balance - we all do! You can find Astrid on Instagram at @astrid_swan and her 36-week program for pre- and post-natal women at www.womenliftforlife.com. You can find Lawrence on Instagram at @bigshot and his secret off-the-menu food on Instagram at @offthemenu. And say hello to us on Instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast!

Finding Balance in Health, Fitness and Relationships with Astrid Swan & Lawrence Longo

In this episode, we’re sharing all of our favorite tips & tricks to make your next airport travel experience the most stress-free, comfortable one yet. Taking a flight somewhere can feel overwhelming, but with our tips we promise it will make getting there so much easier! We’re sharing: -The easiest way to organize your suitcase -How to avoid getting sick from travel -What to pack in your carry-on to keep yourself entertained -Why you need TSA pre-check, no matter how frequently you fly! -Exactly how early you should be leaving for the airport & more! We’re looking for a good book for our next flight - tag us with your book recommendations and say hello to us on Instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast! Packing Cubes: https://amzn.to/31F2vMJ Toiletry Bag: https://amzn.to/2V8Nwsf TSA Pre-Check: https://www.tsa.gov/precheck

Travel Hacks You NEED to Know + How To Pack Like An Expert

Registered dietician, Whitney English, sits down with Erica and Melissa to discuss how to navigate the overwhelming world of diet and nutrition AND shares her evidence-based tips to help you change the way you feel today! In this episode, you’ll learn:How to make sustainable changes to your diet that will make you feel incredible todayThe evidence behind the healing powers of a plant-based dietHow staying hydrated can help you manage your weightWhy thinking of carbohydrates as unhealthy is a misconceptionWhy you might want to rethink that juice cleanseHow to eat to boost fertilityWhy the Whole 30 diet isn’t as healthy as you thinkYou can find Whitney on Instagram at @whitneyerd, on YouTube at Whitney E. RD or at whitneyerd.com for general adult nutrition and on Instagram at @plantbasedjuniors or plantbasedjuniors.com for pediatric and prenatal nutrition. And say hello to us on Instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast! Celery Juice - Benefits or Bogus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6B3JJ9Xz-r4CBD Oil for Pain, Anxiety & Sleep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kptr6yrH37EPredominantly Plant-Based Pregnancy Guide: https://plantbasedjuniors.lpages.co/pregnancy-guide-full/First Bites: The Definitive Guide to Baby-Led Weaning for Plant-Based Babies: https://plantbasedjuniors.com/firstbites/Foods that Boost Fertility: https://plantbasedjuniors.com/foods-that-boost-fertility/

How to Heal Your Body with Food with Whitney English

In this episode, we’re talking about what to expect in the second trimester of pregnancy! Every trimester has its ups and downs, and today we’re sharing the totally unfiltered stories of our experience to help you prepare and successfully thrive through yours! You’ll learn: -What a glucose screening is & why it’s important -Why you’ll probably need to go to the dentist more often -What your baby’s first kicks & hiccups will feel like -What round ligament pain is & how to treat it -How to avoid swelling & prevent stretch marks -How to stay on track to healthy weight gain -How to not break the bank when buying maternity clothing Don’t forget to get your 2019 FabFitFun Fall Box, the best seasonal subscription box filled with full-size beauty, fitness, fashion & lifestyle products! For $10 off your first box, enter code YOURSHINE at www.fabfitfun.com. And say hello to us on Instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast! Product We LOVE: -Bio Oil: https://amzn.to/2NMMvEv -U Shaped Pregnancy Pillow: https://amzn.to/2LfZOeW -Burt's Bees Belly Butter: https://amzn.to/2ZI2eXP -Waist Expanders: https://amzn.to/2NPVmVU -Smilo Baby Pillow: https://bit.ly/smiloshine - Oral Essentials: www.OralEssentials.com Code: MelissaFit15 - Ritual Essential Prenatal: www.Ritual.com/MelisFit Code: MELISFIT

The Second Trimester of Pregnancy UNFILTERED

If you’re feeling confused about how much you should be charging for your services or what you’re really worth, today’s episode will clear it all up! You’ll learn:The method that will help you identify how much to charge for your servicesWhen it’s okay to work for freeWhen it’s okay to ask for moreHow to navigate freelance lifeHow to ask for money and how to negotiate for moreDon’t forget to get your 2019FabFitFun Fall Box, the best seasonal subscription box filled with full-size beauty, fitness, fashion & lifestyle products! For $10 off your first box, enter code YOURSHINE at www.fabfitfun.com. And say hello to us on Instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast!

How Much Should You Be Charging For Your Time?

Erica & Melissa are joined by Little Women: LA star, Terra Jolé, to discuss reality TV, juggling a crazy work schedule while being a mom and overcoming life’s most difficult obstacles. Terra is an actress, producer, singer and TV personality. Since 2014, she has gained international recognition as the star and executive producer of Lifetime’s hit TV shows, Little Women: LA and Little Women: Terra’s Little Family. Terra also serves as the Executive Producer on the popular spin-offs, Little Women: Atlanta and Little Women: New York. She is currently a proud member of the Producer’s Guild of America. Prior to her recent success in the reality TV world, Terra has appeared in TV & film productions such as Jackass 3D, The Hunger Games & CSI & in the theatrical production of Radio City’s Christmas Spectacular. A native of San Antonio, Texas, Terra now resides in Los Angeles, California where she’s married to actor & musician, Joe Gnoffo. In March 2015, they welcomed a daughter named Penelope and in August 2016, they welcomed their son, Grayson. Terra made history as the first and only little person to ever compete on Dancing with the Stars, Season 23. In this episode, Terra shares: -The inspiration behind her hit TV show, Little Women: LA -Her family’s experience with hydrocephalus -Why becoming a mom was her biggest life change -How her show has changed the nature of reality television -Where her confidence comes from -Her thoughts on the most recent season of the Bachelorette You can find Terra on Instagram at @terrajole or on her YouTube channel, Mini Mama. You can also purchase her Mini Mama Moscato at www.girlcru.com! Don’t forget to get your 2019 FabFitFun Fall Box, the best seasonal subscription box filled with full-size beauty, fitness, fashion & lifestyle product! For $10 off your first box, enter code YOURSHINE at www.fabfitfun.com. #fabfitfunpartner And say hello to us on Instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast!

Terra Jolé - Reality TV, Finding your Confidence and Being Strong for Your Family

Erica & Melissa are once again joined by Relationship Expert & founder of the Smart Dating Academy, Bela Gandhi, in the second part of their 2 Part series to discuss how to attract the right relationships into your life. Bela also takes your most asked relationship questions! If you didn’t catch Part 1 of the series, Bela Gandhi is the founder of the Smart Dating Academy. She has an uncanny sixth sense about people & what they need. Her intuition has been responsible for several marriages and children and the Huffington Post and Steve Harvey call her the “Fairy Godmother of Dating.” Bela has been connecting people all her life. Prior to founding the Smart Dating Academy, Bela worked for 12 years as a top global executive for AkzoNobel, a large multinational corporation. She has two degrees from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and has been happily married for 20 years with 2 children.  In this episode, you’ll learn:How to attract the right people into your life, whether you’re looking for a friend or a partnerHow to let go of your negative mindset & leave the baggage at homeHow to navigate dating in the digital world and perfect your digital first impression Why there’s no such thing as ‘trying too hard’ when it comes to marketing yourself How to explore your networks in a strategic way to find people to set you up on high-quality datesWhy you should invest as much into finding a relationship as you would into finding a jobHow to maintain friendships while juggling work & family You can find Bela on Instagram at @smartdatingacademy, on YouTube at Bela Gandhi or on the Smart Dating Academy website & blog, smartdatingacademy.com. Be sure to mention the Share Your Shine Podcast & Bela will personally respond to your message! And say hello to us on Instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast!

How To Attract The Right Relationship - with Relationship Expert, Bela Gandhi

Erica & Melissa are joined by relationship expert and founder of the Smart Dating Academy, Bela Gandhi, for Part 1 of their first-ever 2 Part Series to discuss the biggest dating and friendship mistakes you’re probably making and how to avoid them. Bela Gandhi is the founder of the Smart Dating Academy. She has an uncanny sixth sense about people & what they need. Her intuition has been responsible for several marriages and children and the Huffington Post and Steve Harvey call her the “Fairy Godmother of Dating.” Bela has been connecting people all her life. Prior to founding the Smart Dating Academy, Bela worked for 12 years as a top global executive for AkzoNobel, a large multinational corporation. She has two degrees from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and has been happily married for 20 years with 2 children. In this episode, you’ll learn: -How to be a better partner, friend and person -How to rewire your brain to stop focusing on the negative and embrace the positive -Why saying “I’m sorry” is one of the most powerful things you can do in any relationship -How to deescalate a fight using the timeout strategy -Why those “butterflies” in your stomach might actually be a red flag -Why it doesn’t hurt to go more slowly than you think you should & so much more! You can find Bela on Instagram at @smartdatingacademy, on YouTube at Bela Gandhi or on the Smart Dating Academy website & blog, smartdatingacademy.com. Be sure to mention the Share Your Shine Podcast & Bela will personally respond to your message! Tune in next week for Part 2 of Bela’s series, talking all about attraction! And say hello to us on Instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast!

The Relationship Mistakes You Are Probably Making - with Relationship Expert, Bela Gandhi

If you’re feeling overwhelmed with work and are worried it’s impacting your ability to be present in other aspects of your life, or vice versa, this episode will give you the skills you need to make a change today! You’ll learn:How your personal life is affecting how successful & efficient you are at workHow to redefine what success means to youWhy monotasking is better than multitaskingWhy setting realistic expectations is one of the most important things you can doWhy it’s important to set your own “business hours” even if you don’t work a typical 9 to 5How to be your own biggest advocate!Documentaries mentioned: Find the Happy documentary on Netflix at https://www.netflix.com/title/70243161.Find Generation Wealth on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CMBYZK9/ref=as_li_tlie=UTF8&tag=generationwea-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07CMBYZK9&linkId=3888542181456729d8e04888607ed

The Secret To Work Life Balance

Erica & Melissa sit down with Farrah Brittany to discuss how she’s making a name for herself as a successful real estate broker and social media personality. Farrah was born and raised in Los Angeles, California and grew up in the public eye as part of one of the most well known families in America. Despite growing up in the Hollywood scene, Farrah took a different path and is one of the founding members and partners of The Agency - a full-service, luxury real estate brokerage and lifestyle company. She’s been with the company since its inception in 2011. Farrah has been ranked on REAL Trends list of the Top 250 Realtors in the United States by transaction volume as featured in the Wall Street Journal each year to date since 2015 and in 2018 she was ranked #60 nationwide. Farrah also attended New York University for two years and then graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a minor in Business. You can find Farrah on Instagram at @farrahbritt. In this episode, Farrah shares: -How she pushes past misconceptions of herself and her family -Where her incredible work ethic and intuition come from -What a day-in-the-life for Farrah looks like (starting with a 5:30am wakeup & a meditation!) -Why real estate in 2019 is about more than just selling houses -Her struggle with perfection and why she wants to start letting her followers “behind-the-scenes” more This week’s Shining Star is Alexa Curtis, the spokesperson behind the Be Fearless movement she created to help young people become bold and fearless. She hosts a summit that gives young people resources and 1-on-1 attention from advisors, entrepreneurs and other students who have dealt with similar battles with the goal that they will leave feeling empowered and inspired. She’s also the host of Fearless Everyday on Radio Disney and has her own podcast called Life Unfiltered. You can find her on Instagram at @alexa_curtis! Nominate the next Shining Star of the Week by going to www.shareyourshinepodcast.com or sending us an email at hello@shareyourshinepodcast.com. And say hello to us on instagram at @shareyourshinepodcast!

Farrah Brittany on Work Ethic, Growing Up In Hollywood and Misconceptions

Erica and Melissa Eckman, the sisters behind the successful digital brands Everything Erica and MelisFit, are two entrepreneurs who believe you can live a more positive life when it comes to your self-image, career and relationships. Each week they will be sharing their knowledge and tools to help you unlock your shine within. Press play and get ready to share your shine!

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