On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about food and cooking with Aaron Hamburger, Babette Pepaj, and CW Silverberg. Aaron is a food writer, baker, and novelist; Babette is founder of Bakespace/BakeBot and co-founder of TastyUpdate.com; and CW is host of “Schmoozing & Cruising” and “Tripping Kosher.” The trio swaps food stories and recipes, as well as cooking and baking tips. Happy Holidays! Favorite Appliance - CW: Waffle maker - Aaron: Stand mixer, tool: chocolate dipper, embossed rolling pin - Babette: Water kettle, egg maker Easiest Fancy Dish - CW: Roast chicken - Aaron: Spinach pie - Babette: Soda bread Goals - Aaron: There is nothing sadder than brownie mix. Stock your pantry with the basics, and you can make so many things. Upgrade the food you have on hand - Babette: Start your day with a clear head. Don’t leave your dishes overnight - CW: Learn the fundamentals, roast a chicken. Make chicken in your waffles Final Thoughts - Babette: Make 2025 your best year ever - CW: Transcend the noise and just be happy - Aaron: You cannot fight darkness with more darkness, you need to shine light on it Learn More About: Aaron Hamburger: AaronHamburger.com Babette Pepaj: BakeSpace.com CW Silverberg: TrippingKosher.com Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks embracing your persona with Bobbie Carlton, founder of Innovation Women; executive stylist Nina Fountain; and media strategist Cheryl Tan. The trio offers their takes on the external sides of persona from the perspectives of speaking, style, and media, and the internal work needed to identify and project your aspirations to the world. Bobbie, Nina, and Cheryl also discuss the value of personas, the challenges women speakers face, how to balance TMI (too much information) with authenticity, and more. Happy DEBcember!   Goals - Bobbie: Spend time thinking about your overall goals of becoming known. Create a personal Venn diagram: see where your knowledge overlaps with your brand and what your audience needs - Nina: Figure out your core personality/strengths/uniqueness, and your style persona - Cheryl: Get on camera. Do a 5-day video challenge; 30 seconds a day Final Thoughts - Nina: Let style be liberating - Bobbie: Get comfortable with yourself and speaking - Cheryl: Knowing your persona helps you create connections Learn More About Bobbie Carlton: InnovationWomen.com Nina Fountain: StyleGorgeous.shop Cheryl Tan: CherylTanMedia.com/newsletter Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about writing books with Scott Huver, author of Beverly Hills Noir; cozy, romance, fiction, and non-fiction writer Jessica Mehring; and Melody Owen of Author Nation.  Whether you are writing long-form or short-form, fiction or non, writing has benefits for the author, as well as the reader. The panel discusses what led them to writing books; their approaches to the art, craft and promotion of writing; and more.   Goals  - Scott: Make a list of the people in your network who can help you accomplish your book goals - Melody: Start one conversation every day. And follow up - Jessica: Commit to writing something small every day Final Thoughts - Melody: If you have a book in you, don't let it sit - Jessica: There is nothing wrong with perfectionism - work with it, don't let it stop you from writing - Scott: Find the yes! If you believe in what you are doing, talk to whomever you need to until you find the yes Learn More About Scott Huver: Instagram.com/thehuve Jessica Mehring: JessicaMehringAuthor.com Melody Owen: AuthorNationTube.com Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/Blog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Endurance with journalist Brian Fishbach, digital marketer Seth Goldstein, and external director of events Michelle Nicole McNabb. Endurance is about setting boundaries, as well as finding systems that work for you in business and in life. Brian, Seth, and Michelle share their thoughts on endurance, motivation, and moving forward without burning out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you consider yourself authentic? And how do you showcase your authentic self? On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about authenticity with Ron Ben-Joseph, Ethan Beute, and Julie Riley.  Ron Ben Joseph is a storytelling and speaking coach, Ethan Beute is the Chief Evangelist of BombBomb, and Julie Riley is the Social Media Manager at StreamYard. Ron, Ethan, and Julie share their thoughts on what authenticity is, how to tap into it, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even as in-person events return, virtual meetings are here to stay. On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling has a lively and informative conversation about virtual meetings with Innovation Women founder Bobbie Carlton; John Chen, CEO of Engaging Virtual Meetings; and virtual event designer Robbie Samuels. Bobbie, John, and Robbie share their love of virtual meetings, networking, engagement, and more. Plus, they offer tons of tips for hosting, as well as attending, events online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about referrals and recommendations (aka testimonials and reviews) with Wanda Allen, Follow-Up Sales Strategies; Melody Johnson, My Course Creator; and Laura Leach, CEO & Career Coach, Meredith Consulting. Wanda, Melody, and Laura talk about the differences between referrals and recommendations, as well as their best tips for giving, receiving, and tracking them. They also share how relationship-building fits into their business development and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Erin Brown, Hot Red Carpet; business strategist Chad Nedland; and Sales Maven Nikki Rausch about Introducing Yourself. And that intro begins before you say a word, whether you are at an in-person or online event.  Erin, Chad, and Nikki share their intros, along with what makes them memorable, as well as tons of tips for meeting people, making an impression, following up, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Networking and social media go hand-in-hand, which is this week's #GoalChatLive topic.  On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about networking and social media with #SocialTrust consultant Deb Coman; LinkedIn trainer, coach, and speaker Beth Granger; and Jeff Klein, Founder of Speaker Co-op. Deb, Beth, and Jeff share why they love networking and social media, where and how they meet people, success stories and cautionary tales, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Julie Fry, Your Expert Guest; Liz H Kelly, Goody PR, and Anastasia Lipske, Access Speakers, about Getting Interviewed.  Among other benefits, interviews are good for networking (Julie) and credibility (Liz), and also give you great evergreen content (Anastasia) to promote yourself, your expertise, and your business.  Julie, Liz, and Anastasia talk about the value of getting interviewed, tips for preparing and making a good impression. They also share their favorite interview questions, which everyone answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Making Decisions with Fallon Cryer, Co-Founder of beedance; Business Growth Strategist Lisa Danforth; and Jack Griffin, Founder/CEO, FoodFinder. According to the guests, decision-making boils down to being honest with yourself (Jack), taking a moment to pause (Lisa), and assessing the situation rationally and emotionally (Fallon). Fallon, Lisa, and Jack share the best decisions they ever made, their philosophies on personal and professional decision-making, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about writing, writing books, and the role of creativity with Kristin Marguerite Doidge, author of “Nora Ephron: A Biography,” and writer/poet/activist Joan Gelfand, “You Can Be a Winning Writer.” Everyone writes, whether in their personal or professional life. But is everyone a writer? Kristin and Joan share their thoughts on this, their backstories, snippets of their writer-life, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Breaking the Rules with guests John Chen, CEO of Engaging Virtual Meetings, Jennie Mustafa-Julock aka Coach Jennie, and Deanna Seymour, Host of "Eff That: Breaking the Rules of Online Business Podcast."  John, Jennie, and Deanna talk about their backstories and attachment to the topic, as well as their thoughts on the value of breaking the rules, myths from the "info-crack" space, and more. They also share their own rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Magic and Change with Emily Hawkins, LeaderSHIFT; Jonathan Pritchard, ZAVANT Enterprises; and Bob Woods, Social Sales Link. Magic leads to change and vice versa. Add faith and the ability to let go of what no longer serves you, and have a recipe for success. The trio shares their take on the topic, their own "aha" change moments, steps for moving forward, and more. Goals - Emily: Write down everything you want - Bob: Be present on LinkedIn. Start commenting on other people's content. Add value - Jonathan: Start a YouTube channel, stop keeping what you know a secret - Bonus from Deb: Schedule 15 minutes a day to do these items, work toward your goals and change Final Thoughts - Emily: Let go to let in - Bob: Stop talking about how you are going to help and just help - Jonathan: Not all change is an improvement, better is always different, different is rarely better. Be strategic Learn More About: Emily Hawkins: EmilyHawkins4u.com Jonathan Pritchard: ICanReadMinds.com Bob Woods: SocialSalesLink.com/library Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Winning with guests Ashley Merryman, "Top Dog: The Science of Winning and Losing;" Leadership Results Coach and Consultant Jeannette Seibly, and Kris Ward, "Win the Hour, Win the Day." This conversation covers three sides of the "winning" coin. Ashley specializes in the science of winning, Jeannette's focus is on bragging, and Kris believes winning goes hand-in-hand with your quality of life we cover all three. Plus, Ashley, Jeannette, and Kris share their takes on winning - and some of their wins, tips for winning, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about stepping out of your comfort zone with Innovation Women founder Bobbie Carlton and Killer Pitch Master Precious L. Williams. As Deb and Precious are part of Bobbie's Innovation Women community, the focus was on speaking, standing out, and being seen. Bobbie and Precious share their comfort - and discomfort - zones, tips for standing out, their takes on the power of speaking, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Christopher Cherian, Founder & CEO, Gatherly; Rob DeCou, CEO, Lux Virtual; and Kate Paine, Standing Out Online, about Adventure. The three are adventurous, driven, entrepreneurs, which made for a fun and engaging conversation. Chris, Rob, and Kate share their adventure stories and connection to the topic, as well as offer business advice, adventure inspiration, replacement words for "passion," and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Knowing who you are and what you do is one thing; being able to illustrate it to others is another.    On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about branding strategy with Rich Brooks, Keshia Butler-Thomas, and Marcia Macomber.    Rich Brooks is a digital marketing consultant, Flyte New Media, and founder of The Agents of Change; Keshia Butler-Thomas is brand strategist, LCK Consulting Services; and Marcia Macomber is a website and graphics designer, Cornucopia Creations.    Rich, Keshia, and Marcia share their brands and takes on branding, as well as advice on brand strategy, branding goals, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, I spoke with Bryan Kramer and Courtney Smith Kramer, co-founders of H2H Companies and PureMatter, about Authenticity. Working in the intersection of tech, creativity, and connection, Bryan and Courtney are authors, speakers, and consultants.   Bryan and Courtney talk about the evolution of authenticity and social media - and their connection to it - as well as how to be authentic, authenticity goals, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you have a purpose behind what you do, it's fuel, it's drive, it's magic. On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about purpose with Charles Curtis-Thomas, Jr., PRAIS; business consultant Randy Sablich; and Brooke Schiller, Incite Partners. Charles, Randy, and Brooke share the value of purpose, how purpose aligns with mission and vision, and tips for finding your purpose, as well as their origin stories, their own goals, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling celebrates the Mid-Year with friends Jim Fuhs, Fuhson Marketing; Naomi Nakashima, Help Me Naomi; and Jennifer Navarrete, Brewing Media. The mid-year is the perfect opportunity to take an inventory of your wins, reassess your goals, and make new plans. Jim, Naomi, and Jennifer share their challenges and victories from the first part of the year, as well as goals, plans, and inspiration for the second half of 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of The DEB Show is all about getting moving … for work, exercise, and activity … and moving into action.  Host Debra Eckerling dives into the topic with Investor Realtor Serena Bales, Author and Project Coach G. Brian Benson, and The Digital Gal Amanda Robinson. Whether you help people move, like Serena, are constantly moving, like Amanda, or moving into action, like Brian, there are insights all around. Serena, Brian, and Amanda share what getting moving means to them, as well as their experiences, tips, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being your best productive self starts with getting organized, which is this week's topic. On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Molly Beran, Projects By Molly, LLC; Deborah Thomas-Nininger, DTN Productions International; and Stacey Soleil, Follow Up Boss. Molly, Deborah, and Stacey share why they love being organized … and how they do it, as well as why people find being organized a challenge, organization tips, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about turning ideas into action with Christopher Cherian (Gatherly.io), Melody Johnson (The Course Consultant), and Orly Zeewy ("Ready, Launch, Brand"). In a power-packed hour, Chris, Melody, and Orly share insights and tips for developing, launching, and sharing ideas. They also talk about why they love what they do, what stops people from starting, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about First Impressions with Book Marketing Mentor's Judy Baker; Kate Paine, Standing Out Online; and Sandy Saburn, Gifted Travel Network. The panel discusses best practices for making a good first impression in person, as well as online. They also share how the second impression comes play, the "quirky facts" that help them stand out, and more. How to Make a Good First Impression - Sandy: Come with the right attitude - Kate: Put effort into how you appear - Judy: Be there to be helpful - Judy: Don't sell to me - Sandy: Don't talk down to me To Create a Strong First Impression Online - Kate: On LinkedIn, show your personality and make sure you use a professional photo that looks like you. Come across as a resource, not a resume: show who you are, what you do, and how you help. For the headline, include the keywords you want people to search and add a quirky fact - Sandy: Be different, get rid of the cookie cutter phrases - Judy: Be authentic without oversharing; don't photoshop your life Goals  - Judy: Always know your intention when you show up - Sandy: Give yourself permission to be authentic, check in with yourself - Kate: Google yourself and see what shows up. Use your linkedin to create a great first impression Final Thoughts - Sandy: You never know when and where you will meet amazing people - Judy: Tell your story - Kate: Know your slice of life story. What brought you where you are now? And use that to connect with others through the content you create Learn More About Judy Baker: BookMarketingMentor.com Kate Paine: StandingOutOnline.com Sandy Saburn: GiftedTravelNetwork.com Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Episode of The DEB Show host Debra Eckerling talks with social media friends about standing out. Christian Karasiewicz's specialty is live streaming, Samantha Kelly's is Twitter, and Viveka von Rosen's is LinkedIn. Between the three, all social media bases are covered. Christian Karasiewicz is a Live Stream Producer/Host, #SocialChatter & Launch Your Live, and Content Marketing Manager at StreamYard; Samantha Kelly is a speaker, consultant, and founder of the Women's Inspire Network, Program Director at Wedo; and Viveka von Rosen is a speaker, author, and Chief Visibility Officer & Co-Founder, Vengreso. The gist: to take action and stand out on social media, go back to basics, be kind and genuine, and be a resource for your community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling wraps up the "MAY your dreams come true" theme with a conversation on Paying it Forward with guests Howard Brodwin, Joe Devon, and Tisha Janigian. Part of realizing your own dreams is giving others a helping hand, and this crew of advocates has plenty of experience in that arena. Howard Brodwin is Founder/Managing Director of Sports and Social Change; Joe Devon is Chair of the GAAD Foundation and Co-Founder of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (#GAAD), and Tisha Janigian is President/Founder of SHE IS HOPE LA. Howard, Joe, and Tisha talk about their backstories and organizations, share anecdotes, and offer thoughts on what acts of kindness are most meaningful and how to raise awareness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you have dreams of starting or building a business, you’ve come to the right place! On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Follow-Up Sales Expert Wanda Allen, External Director of Events Michelle Nicole McNabb, and Franchise Expert Phyllis Pieri about Building Your Business. Wanda, Michelle, and Phyllis share their backgrounds, backstories, and why they love what they do, as well as tips for starting, amplifying, and building your business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show host Debra Eckerling talks about Networking with Professional Networking Strategist Diane Darling, Marketing Consultant Jessica Gottlieb, and Founder of The Non-Sleazy Sales Academy Annie P Ruggles. Diane, Jessica, and Annie share backstories, anecdotes, and their relationships with networking, as well as networking goals, tips, and much more. Need to improve your networking skills? This episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling kicks off May with a fun, dream-focused conversation with guests Lisa Danforth, David Roberts, and Kelly Sullivan Walden.  Lisa Danforth is a Business Growth Strategist and Leadership Coach; David Roberts is Chief Vision Officer, My Vision Warrior, and host of the Warrior vs Zombie Podcast; and Kelly Sullivan Walden is a Dream Expert, Author, and Hypnotherapist. Lisa, David, and Kelly share their own dreams and anecdotes, thoughts on dreams - and what stops people from living their dreams, goals, tips, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, hot Debra Eckerling wraps up a month of #GoalChatLive “health” topics with a conversation on Corporate Health. Guests Jess Dewell, Managing Partner, Red Direction, and Lance Robbins, Director of Talent Acquisition, XWP, share their thoughts on The Great Resignation, what makes a business healthy – and unhealthy, and much more. Whether you are the boss, a team member, consultant, or entrepreneur, there's always something you can do to improve company culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, Social Media Strategist Dorien Morin-van Dam, Leadership Coach Jenn Tsang, and Mindset Coach Diann Wingert join host Debra Eckerling to talk about emotional wellbeing and mental health.  After more than two years of COVID-life – and the work, home, and life stress that goes with it – it's time for a conversation on strategies for better emotional self-care. Dorien, Jenn, and Diann shared their connection to the topic, as well as tips for celebrating wins, staying sane on - and off - social media, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, Nicole Iacovoni, Laura Khalil, and Emma Lyons join host Debra Eckerling to talk about money goals.  Nicole Iacovoni is a Financial Therapist and Licensed Psychotherapist, Date Your Money, Laura Khalil is a High-Performance Business Coach, Brave by Design, and Emma Lyons is an Intuitive Money Healer, Experience True Self. Nicole, Laura, and Emma have all faced financial challenges and turned things around; they are each on a mission to empower others with better money habits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about healthy habits with a fun, playful twist with guests Rob Rosenthal and Eli Walker. Rob Rosenthal (aka Short Order Dad) is a food humorist, author, and chef; Author Eli Walker is the CEO and founder of Drunk Yoga.   Rob and Eli share their backstories, as well as their thoughts on living healthy, eating well, and finding balance. There's even a nice oatmeal tangent, as well as a comparison of working out to eating a cookie versus baking a cake.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the episode of The DEB Show Howard Brown, Carmen Miranda, and Jen Santos - all entrepreneurs and health enthusiasts - join host Debra Eckerling to talk about Health and Balance. Howard Brown is an entrepreneur, author, and health advocate; Carmen Miranda, Intuitively Fit 360, is a fitness and wellness coach; and Jen Santos, The SAMBA Method, is a small-business consultant and work-life balance coach. Howard, Carmen, and Jen share their health and well-being journeys, how they found – and are still finding – balance, goals for health and balance, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about LinkedIn content with brand strategist Ivonne Ribeiro, chief coaching officer Stan Robinson, Jr., and LinkedIn whisperer Brynne Tillman. The trio offers insights on what and how to post, as well as tips for staying consistent with posting, using tech to your advantage, and more. Why Create LinkedIn Content - Stan: To position yourself as a resource - Ivonne: It's one place to remain on the radar of your ideal client and share who you are - Brynne: You have to earn the right to have the conversation with your ideal client, which you can do through sharing good social selling content Goals  - Brynne: Curate your own transcripts (take transcripts from your meetings, ask AI to "pull out YOUR NAME's content;" ask AI "create a blog post, do not research," ask AI "create 10 quotes from the blog post") - Ivonne: Create an inspirational content bank process - Stan: Record a video on your phone and send it to a friend Final Thoughts - Stan: Dive into LinkedIn - Ivonne: Follow up forever - Brynne: Don't post and ghost Learn More About: Ivonne Ribeiro: iBrandStrategist.com Stan Robinson, Jr: SocialSalesLink.com/Library Brynne Tillman: SocialSalesLink.com/Library Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, Erin Brown, Hot Red Carpet; Lowry Olafson, PowerSongs; and Lisa Rothstein, Drawing Out Your Genius, join host Debra Eckerling to talk about Creativity.   Erin, Lowry, and Lisa, who have all creatively taken creativity to a whole new level, share their backstories and thoughts on creativity, tips for being more creative, and so much more.   The message: Creativity is up to you. If you don't create it, it's never going to happen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Communication skills are an asset to any business, industry, or specialty. This week on The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling gathers friends from the #140conf community – founder Jeff Pulver, along with Shirin Laor-Raz Salemnia and Hank Wasiak – to talk about communication. Jeff Pulver is founder/curator of The VON3 Summit & #140Conf, Shirin Laor-Raz Salemnia is founder and CEO of PlayWerks and WhizGirls Academy, and Hank Wasiak is an Adjunct Professor at Marshall School of Business at USC. The group discusses their relationship with communication, what they are passionate about – beyond and including the topic, tips for improving communication and dealing with breakdowns in communication, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Christina Garnett, Christine Gritmon, and Dorien Morin-van Dam about Community Management.    Christina Garnett is Senior Marketing Manager, Offline Community & Advocacy, HubSpot; Christine Gritmon is Senior Editor, Social Media Pulse, Agorapulse & Host, #ChatAboutBrand; and Dorien Morin-van Dam is an Organic Social Media Strategist, More In Media, and Community Manager, Social Media Pro.   The group discusses how social media - and communities - have evolved, the future of social (including Web3), and so much more.   Note: This episode of The DEB Show was taped the day before International Women's Day.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How’s 2022 treating you? Are you making progress on your goals? Need a little nudge? This week, Host Debra Eckerling talks about how to March Forward with guests Sara Munro (Co-Host, #SocialChatter), Leisa Reid (Get Speaking Gigs Now), and Lew Sabbag (Publish Today Media). Since the guests have backgrounds in communications, speaking, and analytics, the conversation has the perfect mix of skills, insights, and perspectives.  Sara, Leisa, and Lew shared their backstories, purposes, and plans, as well as advice for making progress and marching forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Research with podcaster and author Polly Campbell (YOU, Recharged) and Stan Robinson, Jr., Digital Selling Trainer, Vengreso.    The thing about research is this: you can research and you can be researched. Polly, Stan, and Deb dive into both sides of the research conversation. They also talk about authenticity, relationship development, and ways to avoid the research rabbit holes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about soft skills with librarian and author Eliza David; career coach Laura Leach, Meredith Consulting; and chief problem solver Tom Reid, author of "Sustained Leadership WBS." We love soft skills: Empathy, problem-solving, leadership, listening, communication. But what does it take to develop them?  Eliza, Laura, and Tom share their background and connection to the topic, tips for improving soft skills, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Bobbie Carlton, Lauren Conaway, and Katti Power about finding, maintaining, and amplifying your voice.  Bobbie Carlton is founder of Innovation Women, Innovation Nights, and Carlton PR & Marketing; a speaker; and publisher/EIC of Lioness Magazine; Lauren Conaway is founder and CEO of InnovateHER KC and co-host of the Startup Hustle Podcast; and Katti Power is a vocal health expert, voice and performance coach, and author. In addition to mentions of community-building, self-care, and baby goats, Bobbie, Lauren, and Katti dive into how they share their voices and support others.  Your voice is the foundation for all you do. Take care of it and take care of yourself. And then go from there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you need a fresh start on your 2022 goals? You’ve come to the right place. This week, Debra Eckerling hosts a February Fresh Start Party with guests Bernie Borges, Alina Fridman, and Liz H Kelly.   Bernie Borges is Host of the Midlife Fulfilled Podcast and V.P. Global Content Marketing at iQor; Alina Fridman is Founder/Creative Director of Featuring Fabulous Media and Host of the Genius Behind the Brand Podcast; and Liz H Kelly is Founder of Goody PR, Author of 8-Second PR, and Host of the 8-Second Branding Podcast.   Bernie, Alina, and Liz shared their backstories, projects, and wins; thoughts on motivation; and ways to take February by storm! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, Sherry Richert Belul and Roger Killen join host Debra Eckerling to talk about Tapping into your Spirit. What brings you joy? What is your passion? Are they the same? Roger, who believes joy is a serious form of happiness, gets joy from helping others craft their message in order to make an impact and help others. Sherry’s passion is in finding creative ways to express love. Sherry and Roger share their backstories and anecdotes, as well as advice for finding and embracing your passion and purpose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling discusses Health and Wellness with Chef Eric Meredith, Deborah Myers & Catherine Turley. Chef Eric Meredith is Chief Wellness Officer for Afro Vegan; Deborah Myers, Deborah Myers Wellness, is a Certified Acupressurist and Jin Shin Jyutsu practitioner; and Catherine Turley is the author of Superwoman Secrets Revealed and CEO of Fit Armadillo. Our experts agree: Becoming healthy starts with a commitment to yourself. When you know the ”Why” behind your desire for good health, then you can set health and wellness goals, make a plan, and live a happier, healthier life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling discusses living Beyond Type A with KeishaMarie Douglas, Veteran Wingwomen Community; AJ Lauer, Thriving Ibis Leadership Solutions; and Evelyn Pacitti, Measurable Wellness. KeishaMarie, AJ, and Evelyn share their relationship with perfection, what caused them to embrace imperfection, and more. What is Perfectionism? - Evelyn: The vision of what in your head vs what's real .. and the non-stop loop of trying to match them - KeishaMarie: Doing the same thing and trying to get different results - AJ: Having an idea of how you want something to go Goals - AJ: Put something out into the world that is not 100% polished and perfect! - KeishaMarie: Stop holding yourself back - Evelyn: Put doing something imperfect/uncomfortable on your todo list Final Thoughts - KeishaMarie: Enjoy the journey. Laugh as much as possible - Evelyn: There's more flexibility in life than you give it credit for - AJ: Strive for progress over perfection Learn More About: KeishaMarie Douglas: KeishaMarieOnline.com AJ Lauer: ThrivingIbis.com Evelyn Pacitti: MeasurableWellness.com Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, Bernadette Boas (Ball of Fire Coaching), Stacia Crawford (Stay Ready Media), and author Rachael Wolff ("Letters to a Better Me") join Debra Eckerling to talk about Mindset. The panel discusses the value of mindset and ways to improve mindset. Really, the conversation focused on embracing who you are, where you come from, and what you want. Mindset is about growth, choosing yourself, and moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling celebrates the start of 2022 - and 2022 goals - with Julie Riley, Annie P Ruggles, and Jennifer Watson. Julie Riley is Social Media Manager at StreamYard, Annie P Ruggles is the Founder & Dean at The Non-Sleazy Sales Academy, and Jennifer Watson is Senior Social Media Manager at ActiveCampaign, as well as a meteorologist. As the group talks about wins, goals, and tips for success, this heartfelt, supportive conversation becomes a cross between the Weather Channel, HGTV, and Hallmark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Book Marketing Mentor Judy M Baker, Marketing Magician Dean Hankey (Pay it Forward & Profit), and Business Speaking Sherpa Jeff Klein (Speaker Coop) about Showcasing Yourself. You can only share what you know – and how you help – if people know who you are. The threesome – who are fans of speaking for showcasing yourself – share the origins of their “monikers;” insights, advice, and goals for standing out; and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices