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Evolvepreneur® (After Hours)

As a time-poor, typically underfunded online entrepreneur who receives so much conflicting advice about the best ways to grow your business, how can you compete with the big end of town without any of the resources they have at their disposal?

Our mission is to start a revolution that will help entrepreneurs easily establish their own complete business system that can compete with the big end of town and mainstream social media platforms.

We want to help entrepreneurs make a real difference

Join us today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best blueprints so you can fast-track your business...

Episodes

EPS05:23 [Nichole Howson] ​​​​​​​Boundaries and Self Care

Welcome to the Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show I am your Special Host Christine Campbell Rapin Join me today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best concepts and strategies to fast-track your business. My very special guest today is Nichole Howson ... Nichole Howson, owner of AIM Social Media Marketing, supports social media managers by handling administrative tasks, content creation, scheduling, and engagement. She is also a mental health advocate, speaking about topics such as Mental Wellness, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD. Nichole started her own virtual assistant and social media marketing business, experiencing rapid growth but facing burnout. To achieve better work-life balance, she set boundaries and increased her rates. These changes allowed her to scale her business while prioritizing her well-being. Now, Nichole mentors other entrepreneurs to avoid burnout and find success on their own terms. Read more

EPS05:22 [Melissa Seideman] ​​​​​​​Former Teacher Turned CEO

Welcome to the Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show I am your Special Host Christine Campbell Rapin Join me today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best concepts and strategies to fast-track your business. My very special guest today is Melissa Seideman ... Melissa, the owner of Not Another Virtual Assistant, Inc., is a successful email marketing specialist. She initially started her business while working as a full-time high school history teacher. Despite putting in long hours after her kids went to bed, she managed to build a multi-six figure business. Melissa now works 25 hours a week and leads a team of eight. Not Another VA specializes in various aspects of email marketing, including launches, copywriting, funnels, automation, and start-ups. Over time, Melissa increased her rates and delegated tasks to assistants to prevent burnout. She strives to be a role model for her children, demonstrating hard work and motivation through building her business while being present in their lives. Not Another VA offers email marketing courses and services. More information can be found on their website, www.notanotherva.com. Read more

EPS07:014 [Deb Fribbins] ​​​​​​​Boost Success, Reduce Stress, Thrive

Welcome to the Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show I am your Special Host Richard Wray Join me today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best concepts and strategies to fast-track your business. My very special guest today is Deb Fribbins ... Retail veteran Deb Fribbins founded DEB Developing Excellence in Business to support startups and small businesses in achieving their goals. She emphasizes the importance of planning using her 5 Ds framework: define, determine, devise, deliver, and dissect. Deb advises businesses to differentiate themselves through personality and adapt to local events. Having a dynamic website and evolving marketing plan is crucial. Her book offers practical advice based on her extensive retail experience to help entrepreneurs avoid common mistakes. Read more

EPS06:18 [Racquel Collard] ​​​​​​​Build the Business and Lifestyle You Want

Welcome to the Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show I am your Special Host Mechelle McDonald Join me today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best concepts and strategies to fast-track your business. My very special guest today is Racquel Collard ... Racquel Collard empowers women in business through effective marketing strategies as the founder of SMB Marketing Solutions. With an MBA and Practising Marketer certification, she helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs create personalized marketing roadmaps. Her book, "Marketing Launchpad," released in March 2023, guides female business owners to map out successful marketing strategies. Racquel emphasizes vision, planning, and staying focused on strategy while embracing new marketing technologies. She suggests using "Marketing Mondays" for automated content and performance tracking. Racquel prioritizes solutions over aggressive sales and refers incompatible clients to other marketers. Networking with fellow women entrepreneurs is encouraged for support and mentorship on the path to success. Read more

EPS05:21 [Tai Goodwin] Twenty Years of Online Marketing

Welcome to the Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show I am your Special Host Christine Campbell Rapin Join me today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best concepts and strategies to fast-track your business. My very special guest today is Tai Goodwin ... Tai Goodwin is an experienced instructional designer, author, speaker, and marketing strategist. As the CEO of That Marketing Team, she transitioned from teaching to entrepreneurship with 20+ years of online marketing expertise. Tai launched her agency to assist overwhelmed CEOs and business owners with company and marketing tasks. She has authored "Girlfriend, It's Your Time" and co-authored "The Profitable Woman's Playbook." Tai's expertise has been recognized by prominent publications like The Huffington Post, Forbes.com, Money Magazine, Black Enterprise, and The BOSS Network. Starting as a teacher, she ventured into entrepreneurship by offering social media services and understanding the significance of marketing and sales for business growth. As her business expanded, she focused on team building, setting standards, accountability, and empowerment. Tai aims to establish a seven-figure brand by refining her offerings, targeting specific niches, and implementing marketing automation systems. Read more

EPS06:17 [Sandra Nomoto] ​​​​​​​Conquering a Niche/Growing Industry

Welcome to the Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show I am your Special Host Mechelle McDonald Join me today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best concepts and strategies to fast-track your business. My very special guest today is Sandra Nomoto ... Sandra Nomoto, "The Content Doctor," is an award-winning writer and editor specializing in cruelty-free businesses. With a PR background, she founded Conscious Public Relations Inc., earning B Corporation® certification and recognition for social media and community engagement. Sandra authored books on public relations and vegan marketing. She co-hosts VEG Networking Canada, contributes to various platforms, and launched a content writing business for cruelty-free enterprises in 2020. Sandra advises prioritizing sustainability for trust and impact, suggesting authentic social media documentation for engagement. Taking animal products out of operations is an initial step towards sustainability. Read more

EPS05:20 [Laura Sauter] ​​​​​​​Staying The Course

Welcome to the Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show I am your Special Host Christine Campbell Rapin Join me today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best concepts and strategies to fast-track your business. My very special guest today is Laura Sauter ... Laura Sauter is a seasoned brand expert, educator, and speaker, helping entrepreneurs and established company founders navigate corporate transitions. She has consulted for multinational and smaller companies like Fidelity, Biogen, and TJX. When not transforming brands, she enjoys yoga, art galleries, and hiking with her "attack poodle" Zizu. Starting her own agency after her husband's job offer was rescinded, Laura realized the value of including brand strategy, attracting long-term clients. She aims to tackle larger projects and expand her agency globally. Read more

EPS06:16 [Margee Moore] ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Surviving A Recession

Welcome to the Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show I am your Special Host Mechelle McDonald Join me today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best concepts and strategies to fast-track your business. My very special guest today is Margee Moore ... Margee, CEO of BigOrange Marketing, offers strategic marketing plans and content strategies. Under her leadership, the company doubled in size after completing the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program. She has a successful track record of helping businesses generate millions in revenue. Margee is a certified HubSpot partner and Google Analytics expert, emphasizing the importance of analytics and a strong website. She authored the book "Squeeze a Day" on fundamental marketing steps. Margee believes any marketing is better than none and invites listeners to connect with BigOrange Marketing through their website, bigorange.marketing. Read more

EPS06:15 [Linnea Butler] ​​​​​​​Adapt or Die

Welcome to the Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show I am your Special Host Mechelle McDonald Join me today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best concepts and strategies to fast-track your business. My very special guest today is Linnea Butler ... Linnea Butler, licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of Bay Area Mental Health, has undergone intriguing career transitions. From molecular biology to marketing, and eventually psychology and counseling, Linnea discovered that prioritizing her values reduced stress and dissatisfaction. She highlights the significance of adaptability and learning from pivots to avoid breaking. Recognizing her limitations, she enlisted a CEO to expand her business. Linnea recognizes the profound impact that small acts of kindness can have on clients. Read more

EPS05:18 [Gresham Harkless] ​​​​​​​You Are A Media Company

Welcome to the Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show I am your Special Host Christine Campbell Rapin Join me today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best concepts and strategies to fast-track your business. My very special guest today is Gresham Harkless ... Gresham "Gresh" W. Harkless Jr. is the founder of CBNation and Blue 16 Media. CBNation supports CEOs, entrepreneurs, and business owners with resources and visibility through blogs, podcasts, and videos. Blue 16 Media is a digital marketing agency offering web design and SEO services to small and medium-sized businesses. Gresham believes that every business is a media company. He is a graduate of Howard University and Georgetown University, and he has received recognition as a rising black marketer and a young professional leader. Gresham founded CB Nation and Blue 16 Media to assist entrepreneurs and business owners through media, focusing on building a clear culture and making strategic hiring decisions. He aims to expand into niche media companies centered on health, wellness, and sports. Read more