Authentic Media Podcast

Send Me a Text Message Here!If you're a mompreneur juggling products and purpose, this one's for you. Mykel Davis was a journalism major who invented the J35 wearable breast pump from scratch, lost $100K on 1,000 activewear sets (sold 3), got hit with 125% tariffs, then heard God say "you're the horse, not the merch."In this conversation with Danielle J. Martin, she breaks down quitting the products to become the brand, getting credentialed for Essence Fest & WNBA All-Star in 6 days after shutting down her site, and the new boundary: anyone who mishandles her in this season is gone.This season wraps up with Mykel Davis, founder and CEO of Muscle Up Mommy and creator of the J35 wearable breast pump, about what it takes to scale a self-funded tech company while navigating motherhood, fitness, and media hosting. Mykel shares how she started Muscle Up Mommy in 2016 after having twins, built products like activewear and waist trainers, and later created the J35 after realizing the market lacked a mobile pump that allowed breastfeeding and pumping simultaneously. She describes risky investments (including $100,000 into activewear), rapid growth for the pump, using systems and family help, and lessons on confidence, asking for support, and knowing your numbers. She also recounts spiritual guidance that shifted her from product focus to media opportunities, leading to credentialed coverage at Essence Fest and WNBA All-Star Weekend through partnerships and community support.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Risky Investment Lessons02:05 Rapid Fire Warmup08:03 Muscle Up Mommy Origin Story11:20 Inventing The J35 Pump15:24 Betting Big On Launch19:11 Letting Go To Level Up22:24 Self-Funded And Asking For Help24:19 Daddy Shark Tank Pitch32:22 Scaling Inventory Fast33:02 Selling Out Pitfalls33:32 Family Help and Systems34:33 Automating Support with AI35:57 Bigger Asks as You Grow37:53 Be the Face of Brand41:01 Essence Fest Partnerships45:51 Value Beyond Followers47:35 Multi-Passion Brand Story52:05 Essence Turning Point54:28 Products Holding You Back59:07 Taraji Dream and Testimony01:10:02 Brother Joins The Crew01:12:34 Visibility And Connections01:13:06 WNBA Weekend Provision01:17:08 Podcast Divine Alignment01:20:24 Stripping And Obedience01:26:38 Rebuilding Heart Posture01:32:11 Masterclass To All Star01:36:35 Kissed By God MomentConnect with Mykel Davis: @mykelbdavisSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!You don't need a huge salary to become a millionaire, Britany Freeman did it as a single mom with no blueprint.If you think you need six figures or a family handout to build wealth, this will change how you see it.Britany Freeman is a realtor, entrepreneur, first-generation millionaire, and single mom. She shares her path from pharmaceutical sales to launching her own brokerage within 30 days of having her son and growing to nearly 50 agents across Houston and Dallas.She also shares the pressure of being first-generation, the loss of her father in 2021, and how grief pushed her to pursue entrepreneurship and honor his legacy. In this episode, she opens up about setbacks, including a failed trucking company, near-bankruptcy, and rebuilding after her credit dropped TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Meet Britany Freeman 02:13 Rapid Fire Get to Know 09:06 Losing Her Father 11:20 Pressure of First Gen 14:45 Building a Brokerage 16:37 Becoming a Millionaire 17:02 Losing It All 17:46 Multiple Income Streams 19:02 Therapy And Grief 21:51 What She Wants Known 28:13 Money Management Lessons 29:50 Stepping Into The Spotlight 34:43 Advice For Single MomsConnect with Britany: https://www.instagram.com/thebritanyfreeman/Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this episode, we feature Olamide Kayode, is a finance executive and advisor who helps business owners make confident financial decisions and build financially strong, operationally sound, and scalable companies.Olamide keeps it all the way real about why most stuck entrepreneurs don't actually have a revenue problem; they have a clarity problem. She breaks down the real difference between a bookkeeper who reports on the past and a CFO who sits in the passenger seat helping you see the road ahead, the moment hiring a CFO starts to make sense, and how faith and self-discipline build wealth God's way instead of the world's way. In this episode, we discuss:- Why feeling stuck is a clarity problem, not a revenue problem- Compliance vs. strategy: what a bookkeeper does and what a CFO actually changes- When to hire a fractional CFO (and the revenue milestone to watch for)- How scarcity mindset and financial fear secretly run your decisions- Why self-discipline is a form of self-love — not punishment- How to "make up a good story" for your future instead of fixating on stagnation- What it means to be an icon: lifting others as you winTIMESTAMPS:00:00 Money Mistakes Today03:44 Rapid Fire Fun08:42 Revenue vs Keeping Profit10:30 Clarity Before Numbers14:19 What a CFO Does15:47 When to Hire a CFO17:23 Forecasting vs Reacting19:44 Compliance vs Strategy26:55 Building the CFO Firm29:31 Resting in God's Timing30:51 Real Estate Origin Story34:01 Why Real Estate Works35:40 Think Like a CFO37:29 Money Mindset Breakthrough43:51 ICON Network Mission46:16 Wellness and Self Investment54:34 Tell Yourself a Good StoryConnect with Olamide: https://www.instagram.com/yourfavoritewealthcoach/🎙️ Authentic Media Podcast — learn how to build a visible and profitable brand and life God's way, not the world's way. 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Are you afraid to share your true voice? The most powerful personal branding for women entrepreneurs starts with the message you've been too scared to say out loud. Many creators struggle with the paradox of being visible online while feeling invisible in their personal lives. As a Christian woman entrepreneur, you might feel the tension between building an authentic personal brand and the fear that keeps you hidden. This video addresses the reality of creative calling and how to move past the fear that often masquerades as wisdom. If you've ever felt the urge to walk away from your path, you'll find clarity in these reflections on how to show up authentically. In this episode, Danielle J. Martin steps out from behind the interview mic for her first solo episode of the season and shares an update on her Christian personal branding journey. We explore how to stop waiting for the right words and start embracing the habits that actually shape your character. Subscribe for weekly personal branding tips and creative mindset breakdowns, and tell me in the comments: what is one message you've been afraid to share?In this episode, we discuss:- Why she felt invisible — even while reporting on national TV every day- The "golden child" roots that taught her to perform instead of be seen- What "The Invisible Woman" is — and how she became her- How fear disguises itself as wisdom to keep you hidden- Why God doesn't call the qualified — He qualifies the called- Who your visibility is actually for (hint: it's not about you)TIMESTAMPS:00:00 The Trailer01:03 Meet Danielle Martin01:41 Define Your Brand03:12 Story You Avoid06:58 Faith And Calling09:11 Visibility Is Ministry12:45 Fear Disguised Wisdom16:49 Golden Child Roots26:22 Invisible Woman MissionInterested in working with Danielle? https://stan.store/daniellejmartintv🎙️ Authentic Media Podcast — learn how to build a visible and profitable brand and life God's way, not the world's way. 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this episode, we feature Nicole Handy, co-founder of Braden Real Estate Group, one of the largest Black-owned brokerages in Texas, OWN Network star of Family Empire: Houston, and a video marketing strategist helping real estate professionals show up on camera with confidence and strategy.Nicole keeps it all the way real about what it took to walk away from corporate America, why 90% of realtors are doing video marketing completely wrong, and what it actually feels like when a national TV show comes knocking, and you almost think it's a joke.This one is for every woman who knows she has more in her but keeps waiting for the right moment.In this episode, we discuss:Why she was jealous of the FedEx man and what that told her about her careerHow she built her entire real estate business while still in corporate AmericaWhy 90% of realtors do video marketing wrong (and what to do instead)What nobody tells you about being on a national TV showThe one negotiation lesson that changed everythingWhy she went to therapy after Family Empire — and still goes todayThe surprising thing she collects from every funeral she attendsWhy she calls herself the most introverted extrovert you'll ever meetTIMESTAMPS:02:41 From Engineering to Real Estate05:35 Quitting Corporate Politics06:43 Video Marketing Breakthrough12:13 Realtor Content Strategy14:50 Entrepreneurship Longevity Gaps16:46 Family Legacy Business Roots19:18 OWN Show Origin Story23:33 Reality TV Behind the Scenes24:44 Family Life On Camera30:09 Staying Grounded And Enough31:05 Unexpected Personal Quirks36:10 Advice For Going National38:44 Coaching And Passive IncomeConnect with Nicole: https://www.instagram.com/mrsnikkihandy/🎙️ Authentic Media Podcast — learn how to build a visible and profitable brand and life God's way, not the world's way. Hosted by Danielle J. Martin, Authentic Media Co.🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Kim Roxie is a visionary entrepreneur, esthetician, and the trailblazing founder of LAMIK Beauty, a clean color cosmetics brand dedicated to healthy, inclusive, and sustainable makeup. Roxie began her journey in the beauty industry as a college student at Clark Atlanta University, where she worked at a makeup counter. At 21, she was opening her own Makeup shop in the mall in her hometown of Houston, TX. This week, we discuss what it really takes to build a product-based business for the market to make it to the shelves in major department stores.In this episode, Kim shares:→ How rejection redirected her into entrepreneurship→ Why her mother’s cancer diagnosis inspired her to create cleaner beauty products→ How she connected with a retired Estée Lauder chemist who wanted to help “right some wrongs”→ What founders need to know about retail readiness, packaging, and compliance→ The truth about raising capital, pitch competitions, and venture funding→ How LAMIK Beauty is expanding through Nordstrom and community impactHer philosophy is simple: “Beauty is revealed, not applied.”This is more than a makeup conversation. It is a lesson in rejection, resilience, and building the solution you once needed.TIMESTAMPS:01:57 Makeup Counter Origins04:09 Rejection Redirected05:19 Meaning Behind LAMIK08:37 Creating Clean Beauty11:49 Scaling Is Not Easy14:22 Retail Readiness17:39 Building Community19:31 Pitch Wins and Proof24:25 Impact and Authentic Roots26:48 Identity and Hair Loss34:32 Capital and Investment35:20 Venture Capital Reality44:00 What’s Next for LAMIKCONNECT WITH KIM:https://www.instagram.com/thekimroxie/New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and build your brand with purpose.Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!This week, we're sitting down with Anthony Flynn, Business & Executive Coach and CEO of Covenant House Texas. He helps CEOs, key executives, and their leadership teams close the gap between strategy and execution.In this conversation, Anthony shares the CEO mindset, leadership principles, and personal development habits that took him from a low-income upbringing to the highest levels of business, and why he believes every entrepreneur is one decision away from a completely different life.He breaks down:→ Why most businesses are held back by a leadership gap, not a resource gap → How to identify the one priority that will create the greatest business growth → Why focus and discipline matter more than constantly chasing new ideas → How personal development shapes stronger CEOs and entrepreneurs → Why understanding revenue, cash flow, and financial statements is essential for scaling → How pain, purpose, and faith can fuel meaningful leadership → What business owners must confront before they can grow their companyAnthony brings more than two decades of experience leading nonprofits. He's helped nonprofits expand their reach to serve over 21,000 clients and consistently grown revenue year over year. In 2025, he took the helm at Covenant House Texas, opening a new 104,000-square-foot campus that houses up to 150 homeless youth every night, turning around an organization and generating 8 figures in revenue within 12 months.TIMESTAMPS:01:31 Bused to the Suburbs04:26 Birth of an Amazing CEO06:08 The Power of Focus09:09 Priorities and People11:49 Revenue Wake Up Call15:39 The 3 AM Routine29:23 Brand vs Business Profit30:51 Cookie Business Formula41:20 Self-Development Habits43:52 Covenant House This episode is for entrepreneurs, CEOs, business owners, and leaders who want to build a stronger mindset, scale with intention, and turn personal growth into measurable results.Subscribe for more conversations about faith, leadership, business growth, personal development, and purpose.Connect with Anthony:https://www.amazingceo.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/flynnanthony/#CEOMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessLeadership #PersonalDevelopment #ScaleYourBusiness #CEO #Entrepreneurship #FaithAndBusiness #TheInsidePodcastSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this episode, we sit down with Laurin Jo Olivo, architect, founder of Content Haus, co-CEO of Batch Content, and UGC creator, to unpack the exact brand partnership formula she used to work with household names while still clocking in at her 9-to-5.Laurin shares the three-step process that consistently attracts brand deals, why consistency matters more than follower count, and how she built multiple businesses by pivoting with purpose.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Meet Laurin Jo: Architect, CEO & Brand Partner 02:15 — How She Landed Disney Without a Massive Following 08:30 — The "Warm Up" Method for Brand Outreach 14:45 — Building Batch Content: The Marketplace for Creators 22:00 — Pivoting God's Way, Not the World's Way 29:30 — Camp Genesis: Building a Legacy for Young Girls 35:00 — Laurin's Best Advice for Christian Women EntrepreneursCONNECT WITH LAURIN JO: https://www.instagram.com/laurinjo/https://www.instagram.com/contenthaushq/https://www.instagram.com/getbatchedcontent/https://www.instagram.com/gocampgenesis/🎧 SUBSCRIBE to the Authentic Media Podcast for weekly conversations with successful women entrepreneurs building visible, profitable brands God's way.#BrandPartnerships #WomenEntrepreneurs #ChristianBusiness #UGCcreator #PodcastForWomen #FaithBasedBusiness #ContentCreation #HowToGetBrandDeals #AuthenticMediaPodcast #WomenInBusinessSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this episode, we discuss Dr. Jackie Baly's upcoming book and how real leadership is formed when plans fall apart. Dr. Jacquie Baly is a leadership strategist who advances governance, shapes policy, and builds institutions designed for long-term impact. She is a #1 international best-selling author, an award-winning academic, a seasoned media commentator, and a trusted civic leader.As Founder and CEO of BalyProjects, Dr. Baly advises corporations, nonprofits, and public-sector organizations on navigating complex systems, securing strategic partnerships, and advancing initiatives that deliver measurable results and fiscal accountability. She discusses overcoming challenges, including a difficult divorce, navigating spaces where she was often the only one who looked like her, and rejecting imposter syndrome through preparation, discipline, and integrity. The conversation covers mentoring, pivoting, balancing motherhood and career, philanthropy, and defining leadership as leaving institutions and communities better than you found them.TIMESTAMPS:01:26 When Plans Collapse02:20 Many Hats Of Service04:26 Career Pivots And Firsts08:29 Leading As The Only One10:02 Power And Proving Doubters11:12 Why She Wrote The Book13:30 PhD Fears And Confidence17:27 Standing Out In Rooms20:25 What Makes A Leader22:25 Legacy Integrity Mentorship25:49 Purposeful Balance26:29 Defining Sustainable Leadership33:59 Divorce To Pivot35:58 Ambitious Women In Power37:50 Immigrant Roots Of AssertivenessConnect with Dr. Baly here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jacquie-baly-2b11501/Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!What if the story you tell yourself is the only thing standing between you and being fully seen?In this episode, we sit down with Haddie Djemal, a former national TV host, producer, and correspondent who spent over a decade in newsrooms before walking away from an industry built on conformity. Today, through Djemal Media & Communications and her partnership with Speakerbox Media, Haddie works as a host-for-hire, media trainer, and consultant, helping leaders and brands communicate better on camera, online, and in conversation.Haddie is also the founder of #HireAJournalist, a movement built on one simple truth: every brand needs a journalist in the room. In this conversation, she and Danielle pull back the curtain on what the media industry doesn't want you to know, and why everyone, not just journalists, needs to start thinking like their own media company.In this episode, we unpack:The unspoken pressure to be "digestible" on camera, and why Haddie refused to keep shrinkingWhat it feels like when an industry slowly erodes your identityWhy "I am the media" is the mindset shift every entrepreneur and creator needs right nowHow to rewrite your internal narrative so your external story finally alignsThe difference between performing for an audience and actually being seenTIMESTAMPS:02:44 Authenticity Over Performance03:43 Newsroom Conformity Pressures05:46 When the Industry Erodes You09:56 The Glamour vs Reality of TV11:30 You Are the Media14:38 Hire a Journalist Mindset17:06 Build Your Digital House19:41 Inner Narrative to Outer Impact25:17 Owning Your Story25:55 TV Dreams to Journalism28:08 Craving to Be Seen30:47 Body of Work Breakthrough32:42 Culture Shift in Media41:03 Media Training as Self Work42:20 Stop Waiting, Use Your VoiceConnect with Haddie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haddiethehost/Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Is it possible to build a successful business without losing your soul in the process?In this episode, we sit down with Mukwenda Kandole, founder of Faithustle, a movement helping Christian entrepreneurs build their businesses God's way through content, community, and live experiences.Before launching Faithustle, Mukwenda spent nearly a decade working as a creative director and videographer with brands and organizations such as Chick-fil-A, FOX, TBN, Toyota, Chrysler, Universal, Michigan Medicine, and the 1DayLA “Freedom Experience” with Justin Bieber.Before that, he spent years in international missions, preaching the Gospel across 17 nations.In this episode we discuss:Why 60-70% of entrepreneur marriages end in divorce — and the way outHow to know when to move vs. when to be stillWhy courage is a byproduct of action, not a prerequisite for itThe difference between being obsessed with the "what" vs. being obsessed with the "who"What it really means to build with excellence as a form of worshipWhy isolation — not education — is the real problem facing Christian entrepreneursThe launch of Faith Hustle's multi-city tour and how it funded clean water wells in West Africa.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Stewarding Influence 03:24 Why Faith Hustle Exists 08:24 From Content to Community 12:13 Obsessed With The Who 16:04 Marketplace Ministry Mindset 19:57 Beating Imposter Syndrome 26:59 Move Or Be Still 29:13 Hearing God Clearly 30:37 Led By Prayerful Decisions 32:38 God Is Too Kind 33:37 Stop Overthinking God 34:18 Peter Faith In Motion 36:04 From Corporate To Calling 37:19 Do The Last Thing 39:33 Launching The Tour 40:52 Vision Beats Numbers 44:29 Move Your Feet 46:47 Be Good Be Excellent 50:24 Integrity In Small Things 54:29 Faith Hustle Community Today, he hosts the Faithustle Podcast, where he interviews influential founders, CEOs, creatives, and Kingdom leaders, including the CEO of Blue Bell Ice Cream, the producer of The Chosen, and numerous 7, 8, and 9-figure Christian entrepreneurs.Through the Faithustle Network and monthly events, Mukwenda helps build community for Christian entrepreneurs and creatives across the country. In fall 2025, Faithustle launched its first multi-city tour, gathering hundreds of Christian entrepreneurs while helping fund and build seven clean water wells in West Africa.Connect with Mukwenda on IG: https://www.instagram.com/mukwendakandole/Join the Faithustle Community: https://www.thefaithustle.com/Follow Faithustle: https://www.instagram.com/thefaithustle/Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!You've been doing SEO wrong!Most entrepreneurs think SEO means optimizing a website. This week we're sitting down with Ashley Willis who says it means showing up everywhere your ideal client is already looking, and making sure every platform works together.In this episode, Ashley The "SEO" Strategist and founder of SDM Online Solutions and Amplify My Biz, introduces "Search Everywhere Optimization," the new framework that replaces traditional SEO thinking and actually moves the needle for entrepreneurs building visible, profitable brands.You'll learn:→ Why SEO now means Search EVERYWHERE Optimization→ How your website, social media, Google Business Profile,    YouTube, and AI search all need to work together→ Why most entrepreneurs feel overwhelmed by trends    (and how to stop)→ The #1 mistake killing your visibility right now→ How to market human-first AND data-backed at the same time→ What self-sabotage actually looks like in your marketing strategy→ How to create consistency online without burning outIf you're a woman entrepreneur trying to get found, get visible, and turn that visibility into real clients, This episode is your roadmap.TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Design vs. strategy — what's the real difference?3:58 – What SEO actually means in 20254:28 – Why entrepreneurs feel overwhelmed (and how to fix it)5:46 – Human-first marketing explained7:10 – How all your platforms need to work together9:15 – SEO and social media — the mindset shift13:56 – Ashley's background and how she got here19:57 – The self-sabotage no one talks about25:16 – How to stay consistent without burning out27:18 – Building a strategy roadmap35:09 – The biggest marketing mistakes entrepreneurs make today37:37 – Omni SEO and the ASK Map framework43:19 – Events, workshops, and community49:22 – Why you have to bet on yourself🎙️ ABOUT ASHLEY WILLISFounder, SDM Online Solutions & Amplify My BizSEO Strategist | Human-First Marketing ExpertConnect with Ashley:📱 Instagram: @ashleytheseostrategist🌐 https://seobestie.myflodesk.com/amplifymybizNew episodes every Monday. Subscribe and build your brand with purpose.#SEO #SearchEverywhereOptimization #WomenEntrepreneurs#PersonalBrand #DigitalMarketing #AuthenticMediaPodcast#MarketingStrategy #OnlineVisibilitySupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Amanda Sapp is a Houston-based media strategist, broadcaster, and community-centered communications leader with more than 12 years of experience amplifying voices that matter. As Founder & CEO of ASAPP Media Group, she leads a boutique firm dedicated to strategic storytelling, brand visibility, and community impact for nonprofits, public-facing leaders, and entrepreneurs.In this episode, you'll learn:→ What media authority actually means (and what it's NOT)→ Why building relationships beats building follower counts→ How to stop hiding your story and start letting it work for you→ The mindset shift that separates people who build platforms from people who watch them→ Why your ego is the biggest obstacle to your next levelAmanda hosts “Here & Now with Amanda Sapp” on KPFT 90.1 FM and Amplify with Amanda Sapp, a multistreamed weekly program reaching audiences across YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn.If you're a woman entrepreneur trying to get visible, get credible, and get paid, This conversation is for you.TIMESTAMPS01:17 Owning Your Story03:09 What Media Authority Means04:25 Building Platforms Offline06:23 Launching ASAP Media Group10:46 Getting Pushed Into More12:32 Ego and Asking for Help16:04 Setting the Atmosphere18:45 The Book That Changed Her19:39 Choosing Yourself First21:29 Learning to Be Book23:17 Storytelling Creates Impact25:25 Belief and Taking Action27:35 Vulnerability and Your Tribe30:40 Strategic Visibility Basics33:37 Women’s Media Strategy Mistakes37:44 Structure Over More MoneyConnect with Amanda:📱 Instagram: @theamandasapp🎙️ ABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCASTHelping women entrepreneurs build a visible, profitable brand, on camera, on social, and on YouTube. God's way. Not the world's way.📲 Follow Danielle: @daniellejmartintv#MediaAuthority #WomenEntrepreneurs #PersonalBrand #AuthenticMediaPodcast #ContentStrategy #FaithAndBusiness #BrandVisibility #HoustonBusiness00:00 Virality Versus AuthoritySupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!This week, we're sitting down with Sarah Smith, founder and CEO of SpeakerBox Media. From launching a business with $500 in 2018 to scaling a podcast studio from 100 to 4,000 square feet (even through the pandemic), Sarah shares the exact framework she used to turn her zone of genius into a profitable, scalable business. Also, you'll learn more about how we're talking about having your authority before external recognition arrives. Sarah defines authority personally as knowing your zone of genius and professionally as aligning what you do best with what the market values enough to pay for.TIMESTAMPS:01:56 What Authority Means03:37 Identity Before Titles15:46 Podcasting as Authority Asset19:52 Why Corporate Podcasts24:48 Followers vs Advocates27:31 Unlearning External Validation29:49 Rooted Validation36:56 Visibility Buzzword39:42 When to Go Visible42:31 Owned vs Earned Media47:14 Imposter Syndrome AdviceIf you're a business owner, founder, or corporate professional wondering how to build authority, grow a podcast for your business, or create owned media that builds trust at scale, this episode is your masterclass.Connect with Sarah: @speakerboxsarah | https://speakerboxmedia.com/.Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!From creating vision boards and completing a Daniel Fast… to pitching herself into Great Day Houston and later taking a leap of faith to join OWN’s Ready to Love, Alexis reveals what it really looks like to walk by Faith instead of fear.Alexis “Fly” Jones is an award-winning TV producer and public relations professional with over 20 years of experience creating culture-forward storytelling, live segments, and brand-elevating content across news, entertainment, and corporate media. She spent eight years as a producer in a Top 8 market at CBS KHOU 11 News on Great Day Houston alongside host Deborah Duncan, sharpening a signature style that blends heart, pace, and audience-first storytelling.In this episode, we talk about:• Overcoming imposter syndrome• Trusting God in seasons of transition• How favor creates opportunities• Leaving comfort to pursue purpose• Building confidence without validation• Gift vs talent explained• Fasting for clarity and direction• Protecting your peace, boundaries, and circleIf you’ve ever questioned whether you belong in the room… this episode is your reminder that purpose doesn’t always come with permission first.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Imposter Syndrome Intro00:21 Meet Alexis Fly Jones01:25 How We Met02:31 Gift Over Resume07:10 Leaving Great Day Houston09:33 "Ready to Love" Leap11:04 Reality TV Behind The Scenes12:19 60 Seconds To Fly Origin16:12 Opportunity vs Imposter Syndrome21:06 Build Your Own Doors22:00 Gift vs Talent24:11 Worth Without Earning25:02 Finding Yourself Through Fasting29:36 Wilderness Season To Purpose31:49 Staying Visible Online35:20 First Love Yourself Season39:44 Confidence Beats Imposter Syndrome41:26 Authenticity And Ambition43:11 Know Your Value In LoveConnect with Alexis Fly Jones: @thealexis_flySupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!If your content looks good but still isn’t converting…this episode is for you.This week, we sit down with Chris Green, founder of The Visual Code, to break down why content fails to convert, even when you're posting consistently.Chris shares how intentional storytelling, trust-building, and on-camera delivery helped scale an automotive brand from $2M to $18M, and how those same principles helped a real estate client generate over $150M in sales in just four years.This conversation goes deeper than “content tips.”It’s about understanding: Why most entrepreneurs create without strategy  The difference between a videographer and a director  Why quality beats quantity  How to use reciprocity to build trust before selling  Why your on-camera cadence and belief matter  The mistake people make relying on teleprompters  How to create content that actually moves people to action TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Why Content Fails01:29 Origin of Visual Code02:25 Scaling to 18 Million03:49 Into Real Estate05:34 Content That Converts07:23 Authority and Community11:45 Solve Real Problems13:34 Creative Listing Hooks16:08 Director vs Videographer18:25 Scripts Not Teleprompters22:36 DIY Content Mistakes24:02 TVC Timing Value Consistency25:07 Consistency Over Trends25:58 Direction Is the Difference27:20 Fix Your Lead Funnel29:51 Show Your Face On Camera31:58 Quality Versus Quantity35:45 Systems Posting and Retainers37:52 Who Is Chris ReallyConnect with Chris: @directorgreenSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!What happens when the business you built no longer feels aligned with who you’re becoming? In this episode, Precious Azuree, a Clarity Coach, leadership strategist, and AI-driven business consultant, helps entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and leaders move from confusion to clarity with intention.Known for helping high-capacity leaders align vision, operations, leadership, and purpose, Precious shares the real reason so many women feel stuck in transition: too much noise, too many options, and an identity tied to productivity instead of purpose.This conversation is for the entrepreneur who’s evolving. The woman is questioning her next move. The leader who feels disconnected from the version of success she once prayed for.In this episode, we unpack: • Why clarity doesn’t come from doing more • How to navigate pivots without losing yourself • The difference between coaching and consulting • Why many women struggle when changing direction or audiences • How faith, data, and discernment can work together • The emotional side of leadership transitions and grief • Why proximity matters when building your next level • How to stop attaching your worth to productivityAbout Precious Azuree:Precious Azuree is the founder of The Clarity Coach Enterprises and co-founder of Measure, an award-winning Black woman-led nonprofit focused on eliminating social disparities through evidence-based action. She holds an Applied Generative AI specialization from Purdue University and is a certified John Maxwell Team Leadership Trainer.If you’ve been feeling unclear, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your next season… this episode will help you reset, refocus, and move forward with intention.TIMESTAMPS:01:55 Why We Feel Unclear02:50 Shifting Your Audience04:06 Identity Beyond Output06:20 Anchoring In Christ07:32 Early Career Pivot12:54 Stillness And Surrender15:36 Leaving The Nonprofit19:51 Feelings Wheel Tool22:52 Stuck In The Middle25:15 Vision As Identity26:55 Women And Self Criticism27:54 Meet The Clarity Coach29:02 Brand Trinity Alignment34:49 Coaching Vs Consulting37:20 Grace And Hard Questions41:10 Proximity To Your FutureConnect With Prescious on IG: @preciousazureeSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Novi Jones is the founder of 201 Lofthaus, a premium content studio in Houston, and she's breaking down why posting more content won't fix your inconsistent results, and what actually will.Because the truth is, most entrepreneurs aren't struggling with consistency. They're struggling with clarity and structure.They're posting and praying instead of creating content that actually converts.In this episode, Novi reveals:Why "just be consistent" is terrible advice if you don't have clarity firstThe real reason talented entrepreneurs still struggle with inconsistent results (it's not talent)Her "3 C's" framework: Clarity, Conversations, Consistency—and why they have to happen in that orderWhy content is billboard marketing, not the actual sale (and what to do with it instead)The difference between a "small business" mindset and an "enterprise" mindsetHow she built a 6-figure content studio without posting daily or chasing algorithmsHow to scale past the plateau by "firing yourself" with systems and hiring strategicallyTIMESTAMPS:02:41 Cycle of Inconsistency06:07 Scarcity vs Abundance09:17 Systems Create Consistency10:41 Why She Built Studio12:05 Three Cs Framework26:23 Authentic vs Professional28:58 Content to Conversations31:15 Show Up Without Burnout33:34 Scaling Past The Plateau34:46 Fire Yourself With Systems38:31 Hire For Consistency43:01 Mentors And Free Blueprints45:47 Owning Your Superpower53:03 Advice For The Messy Middle54:42 Own One Clear LaneConnect with Novi: @novijonesBook a Tour: https://201lofthaus.com/Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Your ads aren't converting because your offer is the problem, not your budget.In this episode, Caleb Thompson is the Founder and CEO of CT Solutions. He went from chasing freelance videography gigs to helping companies scale through content and paid ads by doing one thing differently: repositioning his skills into a market-driven offer.Caleb makes a bold argument that most entrepreneurs aren't ready to hear: Passion alone doesn't make people care. Not when audiences see thousands of ads daily, and trust is at an all-time low. The entrepreneurs winning right now aren't the most talented. They're the most valuable to the market. This episode will show you how to become that.YOU'LL LEARN:→ Why passion alone doesn't pay the bills (and what actually does)→ How commoditization is changing the game for service providers→ The positioning shift that turns your skill into a scalable offer→ Why understanding your client's problem better than they do is your biggest competitive advantage→ The truth about running ads on a bad offer — and how to fix the offer firstTIMESTAMPS:03:28 Why Positioning Matters04:31 Passion Versus Market06:26 Finding Real Problem08:51 Sell Outcomes Not Jargon13:10 From AV To Video14:57 Desperation To Mentors16:50 Find Your ICA Fast18:21 How Specific To Get20:51 Coaching Without Cash22:30 Ads Need Positioning26:53 When To Run Ads28:26 Trust Building FAQ Videos30:01 Biggest Positioning MistakesCONNECT WITH CALEB:Instagram: @therealcalebtREADY TO SHOW UP CONFIDENTLY ON CAMERA?→ Join the 5-Day Camera Charisma Challenge: https://www.cameracharismachallenge.com/→ Download the FREE Content Creation Equipment List: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintv/p/my-personal-equipment-listSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Most people pick one thing and stick with it.One business. One passion. One path. But what if you didn't have to choose?Hana Atherton is the founder of The Motorclub, a one-of-a-kind event venue set inside a showroom of classic and collector cars. But that's just one part of her story.She's also a Licensed Master Social Worker serving children in foster care, a real estate investor flipping houses across Houston, and the Director of Philanthropy for Houston Business Women.She's living proof that you don't have to pick just one passion. You can build businesses, serve your community, and create meaningful spaces, all at the same time.In this episode, Hana shares:How she built The Motorclub inside a classic car showroom (and why the concept works)What it's like co-owning Retrospect Motorworks with her husband while managing multiple venturesHow her social work background shapes the way she builds businesses and serves the communityWhy she refuses to choose between her passions—and how she balances them allWhat leading philanthropy for Houston Business Women has taught her about creating real impactHere's the truth: You don't have to fit into one box. You can be passionate about cars, real estate, social work, and community, and build a life around all of it.Hana's doing it, and she's breaking down exactly how.TIMESTAMPS:03:18 Motor Club Origin Story04:54 Cars and Childhood Roots06:42 Multiple Passions Mindset07:52 Real Estate Renovation Lessons09:45 Nonprofit Career Path12:36 Philanthropy and Giving Back14:52 Behind the Venue Experience16:10 Working With Your Spouse18:32 Turning Passion Into Business18:58 Multi Passion Careers20:41 Managing The Chaos21:45 Self-Care That Works24:19 Reset Your Environment28:13 Lists Time Blocking29:18 Networking For VisibilityConnect with Hana on IG: @hana.atherton🎯 Ready to master your on-camera presence? https://www.cameracharismachallenge.com/📧 Download my FREE Content Creation Equipment List: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintv/p/my-personal-equipment-listSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!You think event planning is just about making things look pretty, but what if that's not what makes an event actually work?Ema Poi isn't your typical event curator. She spent over a decade in customer experience analytics and telecom strategy before founding Emaculate Conceptions, bringing all that data-driven thinking into how she designs experiences.This isn't about aesthetics. It's about strategy, intentionality, and creating moments that leave a lasting impact.In this episode, Ema breaks down:Why data and analytics make events more effective (not just prettier)How she transitioned from telecom strategy to event curationThe power of networking and being in rooms you need to be in to expandThe difference between planning an event and designing an experienceHow she balances running her firm with serving on prestigious Houston boardsWhy most people are missing the strategy behind high-impact eventsEma serves on the boards of Houston Business Women and Texas Young Professionals, and holds a foundational role as the Event Director for The Standard. Whether she’s strategizing engagement or designing a large-scale event, Ema’s work is always "Ema-ginative" by concept and perfectly executed by design. TIMESTAMPS:05:52 How Her Event Business Began11:30 Perfection Standards and Faith17:53 Networking and Being in Rooms25:36 From Sales to CX Analytics27:34 Reading Pain Points to Sell29:58 Why Customer Experience Slips31:01 Client First Mindset31:48 Customer Experience Wins33:08 Ritz Carlton Standards34:13 Event Planning Process36:19 Designing Event Flow39:19 Feedback Over Pretty42:30 Collaboration And TransparencyConnect with Ema Poi: @poi.fectlyposh @emaculate.conceptions🎯 Ready to master your on-camera presence? Join my 5-Day Camera Charisma Challenge.📧 Download my FREE Content Creation Equipment List.Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Everyone says TV is dead. Social media is king. Traditional news doesn't matter anymore. Nobody's watching. But what if that's not the whole story?With 19 years in broadcast media, in this episode, Erica Simon, Emmy Award-winning anchor at ABC13 in Houston, breaks down what's really happening in the news industry and what it means for anyone building a brand, a business, or a media presence today.Erica has been inside one of the most-watched local news stations in the country for nearly two decades. She knows what audiences actually want, what content creators get wrong about traditional media, and why showing up authentically on camera is still the most powerful thing you can do for your brand.YOU'LL LEARN:→ Why TV news is not dying — and what the data actually shows→ What 19 years as a broadcast anchor taught Erica about commanding attention on camera→ The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make when they try to get media coverage→ How to build a personal brand that gets you taken seriously by journalists and producers→ What traditional media and social media have in common (and where most people miss it)TIMESTAMPS:04:10 Credibility And Sources06:46 AI And Fake Content08:43 Called To Stay In News13:10 Faith And Purpose18:35 Covering Tragedy On Air22:18 Unexpected Emmy Win27:08 What’s Next at 4027:55 God’s Timing in Career28:54 Postpartum Anxiety Triggers31:56 Speaking Up and Boundaries37:36 Advice for Aspiring Journalists42:55 Credibility and Social Media45:30 Balance and Self CareCONNECT WITH ERICA:Instagram: @ericasimonabc13ABC13 Houston: abc13.comREADY TO SHOW UP CONFIDENTLY ON CAMERA?→ Join the FREE 5-Day Camera Charisma Challenge: https://www.cameracharismachallenge.com/→ Download the FREE Content Creation Equipment List: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintv/p/my-personal-equipment-list#TVNews #BroadcastMedia #PersonalBranding #WomenInMedia #EricaSimon #ABC13 #EmmyAward #ContentCreation #MediaCoach #WomenEntrepreneurs #OnCameraConfidence #AuthenticMediaPodcast #HoustonMediaSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!If you've been playing small with what God gave you, this episode is your conviction and your confirmation.Ayisha Nicole is a Dallas-based Wardrobe Stylist, Consultant, and Content Creator known for her transformative approach to personal style. She is passionate about empowering individuals to step into the fullest expression of themselves, using style as a tool to unlock confidence and authenticity from within.This conversation goes beyond fashion. It's about Purpose, Identity, and the moment you stop treating your gift like a hobby and start taking it seriously as an assignment.In this episode, we discuss: Why your gift is not optional The difference between using your gift and honoring it What happens when faith and visibility intersect How Ayisha helps clients align their style with their identityDifferent ways to work with AyishaTIMESTAMPS:01:15 Image and Presence03:55 Rooted Identity and Confidence07:48 Finding Yourself Again10:46 Faith and Your Why12:35 Zero Dollars to Breakthrough17:31 How Her Styling Works21:20 Style as Self Care24:03 Where Her Fashion Began27:18 Content Consistency Systems29:06 Faith Driven Posting Mindset33:48 Show Up For Your Purpose47:44 Work With Aisha Nicole50:13 Styling Packages ExplainedConnect with Ayisha here: @_ayishanicole | https://www.ayishanicoleofficial.com/Connect with Danielle: @daniellejmartintvSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!If you've spent money on paid ads and wondered why they're not working — this episode will tell you exactly why, and what to fix first.In this episode, Jessica Martin-Howell is the founder of ELEVATE x Marketing and Executive Director of Houston Business Women. Jessica breaks down the foundation every business owner must build before running a single dollar in paid ads.Most entrepreneurs skip straight to advertising before their brand, content, and offer are ready to convert. Jessica explains why that's the most expensive mistake you can make — and what to do instead.YOU'LL LEARN:→ The #1 reason most paid ads fail (and it has nothing to do with your budget)→ Why posting every day can actually hurt your reach — and what to do instead→ The truth about email lists vs. social media: which one actually converts to paying clients→ How to build brand presence authentically so that when you're ready for ads, they work→ The exact foundation to build before you spend another dollar on advertisingTIMESTAMPS:04:40 Visibility As Next Step05:09 Biggest Digital Mistake06:07 What Digital Marketing Is07:11 Startup Vs Mid Size Plans08:58 Organic Content On Budget09:42 Posting Frequency Myth10:27 Followers Vs Quality11:32 Own Your Platform14:26 Funnels And Content Phases17:33 Organic Vs Paid Ads21:42 How Elevate Began26:05 Agency Leadership Edge27:21 Houston Businesswoman Community30:28 Networking for the HesitantCONNECT WITH JESSICA:Instagram: @jessicamartinhowellREADY TO SHOW UP ON CAMERA AND BUILD YOUR BRAND?→ Join the FREE 5-Day Camera Charisma Challenge: https://www.cameracharismachallenge.com/→ Download the FREE Content Creation Equipment List: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintv/p/my-personal-equipment-list#PaidAds #DigitalMarketing #MarketingStrategy #WomenEntrepreneurs #PersonalBranding #ContentMarketing #EmailMarketing #SocialMediaStrategy #WomenInBusiness #BrandBuilding #MediaCoach #AuthenticMediaPodcast #MarketingForEntrepreneursSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this episode, former FOX and NBC news anchor Brianna Dahlquist breaks down what PR actually is (hint: it's not press releases), how to position yourself for media attention without looking desperate/After 8 years in the news industry, Brianna knows what the media actually want, and what makes them hit delete on your pitch in 3 seconds.Brianna is the Founder & CEO of Agency 28 PR, where she helps nonprofits, athletes, and purpose-driven brands craft stories the media can't ignore.Here's what you'll learn:Why "branding" and "PR" are NOT the same (and how confusing them costs you opportunities)The #1 reason reporters ignore your pitches (and who you should actually be emailing)What makes a story "newsworthy" vs. just... noiseWhy most entrepreneurs are one professional headshot away from being taken seriouslyThe truth? Your story is sitting there. You just don't know how to tell it yet.This conversation will change that.TIMESTAMPS:02:16 Newsroom Roots03:39 Branding + Marketing+ PR Defined08:21 Leaving The News11:31 Ladder Traps13:24 Permission To Pivot15:04 Behind The Pivot23:11 Order Over Chaos24:42 Social Media Presence24:46 Start With Identity26:32 Perfection Trap28:06 AI Without Losing Voice29:30 Pitching The Right People31:11 Make It Newsworthy33:19 PR Readiness Checklist42:25 Faith Fueled Excellence47:14 Clarity Stillness WorshipConnect with Brianna here: @briannadahlquist | https://agency28pr.com/🎯 Ready to master your on-camera presence? https://www.cameracharismachallenge.com/Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!At 25, JaLeah Davis became the youngest person in the country to own a television station. Before you say that's impossible — she already did it.In this episode, JaLeah Davis — Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, founder of Eyeconic Television (Channel 15, Houston), and film director behind the powerful new film House of Brown, shares about what it actually takes to build a media empire from nothing but vision and faith.JaLeah doesn't talk theory. She talks from a résumé that includes going from employee to VP at 22 and TV station owner at 25, reaching 3.2 million viewers on a fully antenna-based network.YOU'LL LEARN:→ Why overthinking kills more dreams than failure ever will→ How to get comfortable being uncomfortable (and why that's the only real path forward)→ The step-by-step journey from employee to VP to TV station owner — by 25→ How to use faith as a business strategy, not just a mindset→ What most aspiring media entrepreneurs get wrong before they even startTIMESTAMPS:TIMESTAMPS:04:01 Why Start a TV Station04:40 Learning Every Role07:02 Leaving to Build Legacy09:10 The Station for Sale Moment13:37 Check Written on the Spot25:11 Comfort Is the Enemy25:41 Studio Robbery Lesson26:37 Restitution After Theft28:00 Burglary Breaks Lease29:25 Forbes Call Comeback32:19 Building Credibility Teams34:52 Relationships Over Transactions40:04 Iconic Collective AgencyCONNECT WITH JALEAH:Instagram: @Mediaeyecon | @EyeconicStudioVisit Eyeconic Studio: 6115 Skyline Dr., Houston, TX 77057READY TO BUILD YOUR BRAND ON CAMERA?→ Join the FREE 5-Day Camera Charisma Challenge: https://www.cameracharismachallenge.com/Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Is your brand a reflection of your calling, or just what you think people want to see? In this episode, Abrielle Laurent breaks down exactly how to build a luxury brand that positions you as the expert, even if you're still figuring out what your "thing" is. Your brand isn't colors and logos, it's the foundation everything else sits on.In this episode of the Authentic Media Podcast, Abrielle Laurent shares how she went from assistant principal to creative director and founder of A. Laurent Creative Co. and Eden Eleven, and how she helps entrepreneurs move from visibility to legacy through her signature branding methodology. Abrielle also serves as Director of Marketing for the Houston Business Women team.YOU'LL LEARN:The #1 mistake women entrepreneurs make with their brand (and why it's not what you think)What branding actually is and why it's deeper than colors, logos, and fontsHow to tap into your creative genius and highest potential before you touch CanvaHow to find the why behind your business and why that matters more than your offerTIMESTAMPS:00:44 What Luxury Branding Means06:01 From Planner To Brand Strategy08:30 Common Branding Mistakes10:31 Branding Vs Marketing Explained11:35 Finding Your Creative Genius15:50 DIY Branding On A Budget17:43 Signs You Outgrew Your Brand21:00 Showing Up Authentically Online23:13 Luxury Branding Defined24:49 Four Phases Framework29:47 Motherhood And Resilience35:02 Belief Statements And Action41:24 Branding Start With Your WhyCONNECT WITH ABRIELLEInstagram: @a.laurentcreative.co Connect with Danielle on IG: ‪@DanielleJMartin‬ 🎯 Ready to master your on-camera presence? Join my 5-Day Camera Charisma Challenge: https://brand.daniellejmartin.com/home-page-8404Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this episode, Carli LeBlanc breaks down exactly how to build a content strategy that turns viewers into paying clients, even if you're still working your 9-to-5.In this episode of the Authentic Media Podcast, Carli LeBlanc shares how she went from biochemistry grad to CEO of CD Creative Co. and Co-Founder of Batched, and how she helps women entrepreneurs create strategic content, not just pretty.You'll learn:- The #1 mistake women entrepreneurs make with their content (and why talking to everyone means reaching no one)- The real difference between strategic content creation and just posting on social media- How to show up confidently on camera without scripts, without perfection, and without losing yourself to AI- Why you don't have to be full-time to build a successful business- When to start charging for your time and how to stop giving it away for freeTIMESTAMPS:03:28 Pre Med Origin Story03:36 Losing Her Father05:54 From Medicine To Media07:55 Pivoting For Family14:25 Content That Converts16:32 Strategy Vs Posting19:10 Common Audience Mistake20:55 Talking Head Coaching23:01 Why Faceless Fails24:54 Balance And Outsourcing26:57 Time Blocking Routine28:30 Outsourcing Low Energy Tasks32:02 Find Your Best Platform39:59 Charging For Discovery Calls44:47 Kingdom Mindset On PricingConnect with Carli on IG:  @cd.creativeco Learn more about Batched here.Connect with Danielle on IG:  @DanielleJMartintv 🎯 Ready to master your on-camera presence? Join my 5-Day Camera Charisma Challenge.Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!First episode drops Monday, February 16. Subscribe now so you don't miss it. 🎙Season 3 of the Authentic Media Podcast is here, and this season is all about Alignment. Real women. Real strategy. Real impact beyond the scroll. Every guest this season has one thing in common: they stopped hiding and started leading.If you're a creator or a business owner who's ready to stop overthinking, stop doing everything at once, and start showing up with clarity and confidence, this season was made for you.Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this video, I’m finally sharing the big news… This year has been one of the most transformational seasons of my life, full of highs, lows, hard decisions, and deep surrender. But God has been faithful through it all. And now, it’s time to step fully into what’s next.But before I go, I want to celebrate with YOU. 💛 Save the date: November 6th | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Topeka Social This is my gift to the city that’s given me so much. Whether you’re coming for a photo or just to hug it out, I’d love to see you there. 📸 RSVP is required — register here: https://link.infinitiveleads.com/widget/form/bCVbThtPUQeo68wiPeMR  Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this episode of the Authentic Media Podcast, Danielle J. Martin explains exactly how to appear confidently on camera, no matter your industry or experience level.Whether you’re a business owner, speaker, or creator, knowing how to communicate with confidence is a skill that can change your brand and your life.Inside this episode, you’ll learn: ✨ Why confidence starts with belief (and how to sound like YOU) ✨ How to talk to the camera like a friend — not a robot ✨ Danielle’s signature 3P Framework: Prep, Present, Practice ✨ How to communicate without words through body language and tone ✨ The secret confidence code Homework: Go in front of your camera or mirror today and speak for 30–60 seconds about something you care about. Then, tag me on social media so I can see you weerrkk with Confidence!Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Are ads worth it? In this episode of the Authentic Media Podcast, Danielle J. Martin sits down with Alissa Menke of Cohort Digital to unpack the real benefits of running paid ads. From Facebook and LinkedIn to YouTube and Google search, Alissa explains how ads can guarantee visibility, provide data you can actually use, and help you grow without wasting your energy on aimless posting.You’ll learn:- Why paid ads beat guesswork every time- The difference between awareness campaigns vs. conversion campaigns- How to decide if your business is ready for ads- The organic + paid strategy that actually worksIf you’ve ever wondered how to take your content further and put it in front of the right people, this episode is for you.#PaidAds #AuthenticMediaPodcast #MarketingStrategySupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this episode of the Authentic Media Podcast, I sit down with Matt Pivarnik, former CEO of the Greater Topeka Partnership. We recorded this conversation while he was transitioning out of Topeka and into a new role in Myrtle Beach. Even though we’re airing it later than planned, his reflections on leadership, community, and legacy are as timely as ever.Matt opens up about: The bittersweet process of leaving Topeka after nearly a decade of impactWhat it really takes to shift a city’s brand and mindsetThe power of radical collaboration and building the Greater Topeka PartnershipWhy metrics like poverty reduction matter more than recognitionHis vision for the next generation of leadersIf you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone passionate about building a lasting impact where you live, this episode is for you.Subscribe to the channel for more faith-driven conversations on branding, leadership, and purpose.#AuthenticMediaPodcast #Leadership #CommunityImpact #Topeka #BrandWithPurposeSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Whether you’re a startup entrepreneur or a business owner considering a rebrand, this episode will give you practical strategies for building a lasting brand.In this episode, Danielle J. Martin sits down with Cody Foster, Co-Founder of Advisors Excel, to unpack the timeless principles of building a brand with purpose, values, and authenticity.Cody shares powerful insights on:✅ Why doing what you say you’ll do is the true foundation of any brand✅ How to balance personal branding with building businesses that serve communities✅ The right (and wrong) time to rebrand✅ Scaling a business while staying true to your core values✅ Why excellence and consistency are non-negotiableFrom real estate and restaurants to community development and financial marketing, Cody has built an empire rooted in Faith, hard work, and service. This conversation will challenge you to think bigger about your brand, your business, and your legacy.Check out Cody's Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@thebusinessofadvicepodcast3819⁩  Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your brand, pressured to compromise your values, or unsure how to stand out in a crowded space, this episode is for you!What if the biggest branding strategy in 2025 isn’t about algorithms or aesthetics, but about Obedience? In this episode, Danielle J. Martin gets real about why obedience is the ultimate branding advantage and how aligning with your values can transform not just your business, but your life.We discuss the following:Why negotiating your values to “fit in” leads to burnout.How obedience opens doors, grants access, and positions you for opportunities only you can walk into.The difference between followers vs. authority in today’s noisy, AI-driven branding landscape.Practical ways to build an authentic brand that reflects your story, style, and strategy.Danielle’s personal testimony of surrender, rebranding, and walking boldly in faith.Stay connected with Danielle:Instagram: @daniellejmartinLearn more about Authentic Media: https://daniellejmartin.com/authentic-media/Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Welcome to Season 2 of the Authentic Media Podcast, where Story, Style, and Strategy meet Purpose. We’re stepping into this new season with deeper conversations, purposeful storytelling, and practical strategies to help you brand with intention and live in alignment with who you’re called to be. New episodes will be released in the following days, so subscribe, hit the bell, and join me on this journey of branding with Purpose!Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/authentic-media-podcast/id1558719454Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5epOVwzJs5ikVuIqzxY0L3Follow on Instagram: @authenticmediapodcast     Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Ever wondered how to build a podcast that’s real, raw, AND ridiculously funny? In this episode, I sit down with my good friends Caleb and Levi, the creators of the That’s How You Feel podcast — and let’s just say, things get hilariously real REAL fast. 😂From going viral over a conversation about kiwis (yes, kiwis) to navigating harsh internet comments, Caleb and Levi open up about: How to start a podcast without all the fancy equipmentWhy authenticity is scary but powerful What it’s like to grow a show from scratchThe worst (and wildest) internet comments they’ve receivedCreating content that’s relevant without losing yourself in trendsWe talk about building your brand your way, finding your voice, handling criticism, and why sometimes the smallest moments (like a Costco trip!) become the biggest stories. If you’re a creator, podcaster, or someone who’s just trying to be bold and show up as yourself — this one’s for you.👀 Plus, Caleb reveals why he really wants to be famous (spoiler: it's the money 😂), Levi drops wisdom about grief and growth, and we all agree that confidence is key—even when you’re wearing questionable jeans.🎧 Tune in. Laugh with us. Learn from us. And be reminded that your voice matters.👇 WATCH NOW and don’t forget to: 💬 Drop a comment with your favorite moment📌 Need a photoshoot that tells your story? Click the link in the description to book your branded shoot with Danielle J. Martin!#PodcastTips #AuthenticBranding #StartAPodcast #ContentCreation #FaithBasedBrand #RealTalk #ThatsHowYouFeelPodcast #AuthenticMediaPodcast #BlackPodcasters #FunnyPodcastSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!When it comes to growing a brand, what’s the difference between PR and marketing? If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or creator looking to build your brand and get your story out there, this episode is for you!This week, we’re sitting down with India Yarbrough, a powerhouse in the PR world and founder of Local Lens PR, Topeka’s first PR agency. India breaks down the difference between branding, marketing, and PR—how they work together, and why public relations is the missing piece many business owners overlook.We dive into: How PR helps you build trust and credibilityWhy branding is your foundation before PR can even beginThe importance of relationships in public relationsHow PR amplifies your brand voice and gets your story in front of the right peopleIndia’s inspiring journey to launching her own PR agency (and the breakthrough moment that changed everything)This episode is powerful, emotional, and packed with gems to help you understand the role PR plays in growing your brand authentically.💬 What was your biggest takeaway? Drop a comment below!📌 Want to connect with India? 📩 Work with India🎥 More from Authentic Media: 💡 Brand Identity & Strategy Sessions – Learn More 📸 Personal Brand Photoshoots – Book Here 📖 Personal Brand Workbook (Coming Soon!) – Join the WaitlistIf you haven’t already, subscribe to our channel for more episodes on branding, media, and entrepreneurship! 🎙✨#PublicRelations #MarketingVsPR #Branding #Entrepreneurship #AuthenticMediaPodcastSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!The Algorithm is Changing. Are You Ready?This week on The Authentic Media Podcast, we’re diving deep into the power of personal branding and why it’s the new currency in today’s digital landscape. I’m joined by my good friend Wesley Collins, co-founder and creative director of IPG Media Co., to talk about the shifts in branding, marketing, and social media—and how you can leverage them to build a brand that stands out and connects with your audience.One Major Takeaway?"You’re just ONE video, ONE interaction, or ONE connection away from a life-changing opportunity."Watch now to learn how to position yourself for success!📩 Need Help with Your Brand?Want to take your brand to the next level? Let’s work together! 🚀Chapters0:00 - Intro3:27 - Wesley’s Origin Story5:29 - Branding is the New Currency11:24 - Why are Businesses BAD at Social Media?12:52 - Where to start with Personal Branding15:53 - Why should we Share our Struggle?20:01 - Authentic Networking25:32 - Personal Branding Bundle26:14 - Branding vs. Marketing29:21 - Running Successful Ads34:43 - Tech Resources for Entrepreneurs39:28 - IPG Media Co45:45 - Closing ThoughtsSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Ever wondered what truly separates branding from marketing?In this episode of the Authentic Media Podcast, I dive deep into the differences between branding and marketing—two sides of the same coin that every entrepreneur, business owner, and organization must understand. Discover why branding is all about showcasing who you are—your values, mission, and identity—while marketing is focused on promoting what you do and driving action.If you’re ready to transform your approach and ensure your brand truly reflects who you are, this episode is a must-watch. Drop your thoughts and key takeaways in the comments below—I'd love to hear which point resonated with you the most!CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro3:05 - Word of the Day7:09 - Branding vs. Marketing8:53 - Branding is Your DNA10:59 - Marketing is Promotion of Identity14:28 - Branding is Long-Term, Marketing is Short-Term24:46 - Personal Branding Bundle25:59 - Branding Builds Trust, Marketing Drives Action30:35 - Branding Influences Marketing, Marketing Can’t Build A BrandRegister for The Entrepreneur’s Edge Virtual Event.Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!What does it truly mean to walk in your purpose and lead with authenticity? To honor Black History Month, we sit down with the Greats. Dr. Tiffany Anderson is the first African American female superintendent in Kansas and she shares her inspiring journey, the power of being the "first," and why authenticity is essential for leadership.From walking the Oscars red carpet in her signature white sneakers to building a legacy of servant leadership, Dr. Anderson reminds us: "Be who you are. Don't change to fit someone else's mold."So, how can you embrace your authenticity to build a brand and legacy that lasts? You'll love every second of this episode, Tune in now and join the conversation!Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more authentic conversations.Learn more about Dr. Tiffany Anderson here.Grab Dr. Anderson's book.Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this special episode, we’re bringing you the best moments from the first 10 episodes of the Authentic Media podcast. From powerful stories of entrepreneurship to personal branding insights and inspiring conversations about faith and growth — this is a highlight reel you don’t want to miss!Have you registered for the Entrepreneur's Edge FREE Webinar: https://authenticmedia.kit.com/0b6885...CHAPTERS:0:00 - Episode 73:31 - Episode 5 with Kelli Higgins8:57 - Episode 2 with Jessica Savard14:45 - Episode 3 with Anthony Blanco19:22 - Episode 1023:19 - Episode 4 with Mikaela Gibbs25:55 - Personal Branding Bundle26:38 - Episode 128:02 - Episode 8 with Kirsten Flory and Anthony Blanco33:01 - Episode 737:32 - Episode 4 with Mikaela Gibbs41:33 - Episode 9 with Carter Gaskins45:50 - Episode 6 with Anthony BlancoSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!When was the last time you truly believed in something you couldn’t see yet? We dive deep into the journey of becoming your highest self and building an authentic personal brand rooted in faith, belief, and transformation. Whether you're launching your brand from scratch or rebranding to align with your evolving identity, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical strategies to help you take the next step.What You'll Learn:✨ How belief forms the foundation of a strong brand✨ The importance of doing the inner work to unlock clarity and creativity✨ Why personal growth goes hand-in-hand with brand development✨ Tips and actionable strategies for stepping boldly into your purposeChapters0:00 - Intro8:55 - Belief is the Foundation of a Strong Brand15:43 - Personal Growth happens alongside Brand Development 22:56 - Personal Branding Bundle23:38 - Believe It Before You See It31:38 - Faith Over Fear36:45 - Strengthen Your BeliefSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!We uncover the raw truths behind physical and mental pain. Carter Gaskins, the creative force behind Gaskings Photography Collection and host of the newly launched 'Strong Mental Mindset' podcast, gets real about his mental health journey.From enduring the heartbreaking loss of his son to battling agoraphobia, anxiety, and depression, Carter’s story is one of resilience and faith. He reveals how prayer, self-belief, and therapy became his anchors through life’s storms and opens up about the role of community and authenticity in personal branding.Whether you're a business owner navigating your own mental health or someone seeking inspiration, Carter's insights on healing, growth, and building a strong mental mindset will leave you motivated and empowered.Follow Carter:IG: https://www.instagram.com/GaskinsphotographycollectionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carter.gaskins.3Website: https://www.gaskins-photography.com/Book Your Personal Branding Session with Us: https://forms.gle/GJz5sfz7z8c94HNS9Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!This week on the Authentic Media Podcast, we’re diving into the secrets to making 2025 your best year yet!Join Danielle, Kirsten Flory, and Anthony Blanco as we break down the core principles of success: authenticity, clarity, and building a strong network. We’re keeping it real with conversations on personal branding, financial freedom, and time management—because let’s face it, we all need help with that!Plus, get ready for inspiring stories, actionable tips you can start using today, and an exciting announcement about our upcoming virtual live event, The Entrepreneur’s Edge! This event is all about helping you level up your branding, coaching, and wealth-building game.Register for The Entrepreneur’s Edge Virtual Event.Chapters0:00 - Introductions7:27 - Get Clarity on your Vision13:13 - Build a Magnetic Brand23:31 - Lifestyle vs. Generosity Marketing29:08 - Personal Branding Bundle29:51 - Maximize your Time and Energy44:06 - Networking50:08 - Lessons and AdviceSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!This week we're discussing 5 Personal Branding Mistakes to avoid in 2025. Danielle J. Martin discusses the importance of developing a personal brand that is true to who you are both online and offline. She emphasizes the significance of maintaining an up-to-date digital persona, understanding your why, and the common pitfalls people face when building their personal brand. Danielle outlines five key mistakes to avoid in 2025: thinking it's too late to start, not asking for help, being unwilling to pivot, neglecting your visual identity, and spreading yourself too thin. Tune in to gain insights on how to enhance your brand and make a lasting impression.Interested in building your Personal Brand in 2025? Click here.CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to The Authentic Media Podcast00:53 The Importance of Personal Branding04:12 Start with Your Why05:08 Five Biggest Mistakes in Personal Branding13:32 The Power of Asking for Help19:27 Embracing Change and Pivoting23:51 Investing in Your Visual Identity32:00 Doing Less to Achieve More35:40 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this week's episode of The Authentic Media Podcast, Danielle and business coach Anthony Blanco continue their lively conversations about business—something they love to jam on regularly.Together, they dive deep into what truly drives business success. Anthony highlights why leadership often outweighs scalability and tackles the impatience many entrepreneurs face while chasing shortcuts to success.With over 20 years of coaching experience, Anthony shares his insights alongside Danielle, as they explore topics like building sustainable systems, designing a balanced life, and climbing the economic value ladder. From enhancing your digital presence to mastering leadership development, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to level up your business and life.Connect with Anthony Blanco:Podcast: The Coaching DepartmentIG: @anthonyblanco_coachSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!Whether you're new to online business or ready to take yours to the next level, Kelli's story is proof that with focus and strategy, financial freedom is within reach!In Episode 5 of The Authentic Media Podcast, Danielle J. Martin sits down with Kelli Higgins, founder of Elevated Agent and a top 1% Etsy seller, to uncover the secrets of creating a six-figure online business from home. Kelli shares her inspiring journey of building a thriving business selling Canva templates for real estate agents. Discover how she overcame early hurdles, mastered branding, carved out a profitable niche, and developed her powerful 'sticky web' strategy to attract and retain clients. This episode is packed with actionable tips on branding, marketing, and mindset shifts, perfect for entrepreneurs who want to design their dream life through digital products.Want to launch a Podcast in 2025? Or do you want to focus on rebranding yourself? Connect with Kelli Higgins:IG: @elevatedagentWebsite: https://elevatedagent.co/CHAPTERS:0:00 - Welcome Kelli Higgins3:07 - What is Elevated Agent?9:58 - Creating Products Customers Love18:48 - The Importance of Niching Down21:32 - Challenges of Selling Digital Products27:39 - The Podcast Blueprint28:21 - Creating a Life You Love34:48 - Marketing Strategies38:54 - Kelli’s Team Structure46:28 - Growth from the Beginning51:54 - Closing ThoughtsSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this episode of the Authentic Media Podcast, we explore the powerful journey of self-discovery and embracing authenticity. Join us as we dive into the challenges of overcoming perfectionism and breaking free from performance-based identities. Our special guest, Mikaela Gibbs—a lawyer and business owner—shares her insights on navigating life’s uncertainties with vulnerability, trust, and faith. We discuss the importance of sitting with ourselves, identifying broken areas, and finding healing through authenticity. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about letting go of perfectionism and stepping into a life rooted in Faith and Purpose.Want to launch a Podcast in 2025? or do you want to focus on rebranding yourself? Connect with Mikaela Gibbs:IG: @mllgibbTikTok: @mllglawChapters:0:00 - Intro4:09 - Our lives impact others7:17 - Surrendering10:47 - Hiding Behind Perfectionism21:16 - Who Am I?28:57 - The Podcast Blueprint29:38 - Heal Your Insecurities40:42 - Are you Operating in Your Perfectionism?51:31 - Going First58:02 - What Does The Next Season Look Like?Support the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.

Send Me a Text Message Here!In this episode, Danielle sits with business coach and podcast host Anthony Blanco as they share THE FRAMEWORK YOU NEED to build a profitable brand online.You'll learn the framework on how to stand out online, the importance of living authentically, the mindset needed for success, and actionable steps to develop and monetize your personal brand. From finding clarity in your identity to leveraging social media platforms, this episode is packed with insights and strategies to help you make a meaningful impact.Don't miss out on learning how to transform your passion into profit!Come to my next Personal Branding Masterclass.Connect with Anthony Blanco:Podcast: The Coaching DepartmentIG: @anthonyblanco_coach Learn more about the Podcast Blueprint.CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro0:39 - Introducing Anthony Blanco4:13 - What is Personal Branding?7:53 - 1. Identifying Who You Are9:24 - 2. Identify What You Want To Be Known For14:07 - CORE21:23 - The Podcast Blueprint22:14 - 3. Crafting a Clear Message38:14 - 4. Identify Who You Are Serving44:37 - 5. Increase Your Digital Presence51:32 - Final TakeawaysSupport the showCONNECT WITH DANIELLE:Instagram: @daniellejmartintvWebsite: https://stan.store/daniellejmartintvABOUT THE AUTHENTIC MEDIA PODCAST:The Authentic Media Podcast helps women entrepreneurs and business owners build a visible, profitable brand — on camera, on social media, and on YouTube. You'll learn how to show up confidently on camera, build a personal brand that attracts the right clients, create content that actually grows your business, and go from invisible to in-demand — whether you're starting from scratch or ready to scale.New episodes every Monday. Subscribe and Build your Brand with Purpose.