Into The Wild

Hey you wild women! Building a personal brand should be a priority—now more than ever. Eyeballs are moving away from mainstream media, meanwhile socials like Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and TikTok are growing. This has given everyone the opportunity to operate like their own mini media company. So how can you make the most of it? By investing in your online presence and personal brand so you can be seen as the go-to expert in your space. While it's nice to have tons of followers, remember that consistent valuable content and an engaged audience is much more important. In this episode, you will learn about: What you might already know if you're a long-time listener. What I did that led to burnout and shutting my business down. How I got into coaching and why I decided to pivot back to public relations. The result of diving into what you want with conviction. Predictions for media and marketing moving forward. What you need to put your time and effort into to be successful online. What you'll find if you go into the archives of your favourite podcasts. How the media landscape is changing today (and how to stay ahead of it). The latest shift that's made it even more difficult to be in PR. Obstacles that come to mind when creating a personal brand and why they don't matter. Why you don't need thousands of followers to be successful on social media. The importance of sharing consistent valuable content. The biggest takeaway from this episode and how to start building your presence today. Mentions: www.wewildwomen.com/vip-day ______________ Got a minute? I would love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Subscribe here. ______________ Connect with Renée: @renee_warren @we.wild.women www.wewildwomen.com

Hey you wild women! Our guest today is award-winning filmmaker and video creation expert Marley Jaxx. Marley is the founder of The YouTube Lead Machine, a program that's designed to help entrepreneurs use the full power of YouTube to their advantage. Marley knows the ins-and-outs of creating an effective content strategy to grow on YouTube. When it comes to creating content, she emphasizes not shying away from being controversial. We'll hear her take on how to start a conversation and create great content using a compelling story. In this episode, you will learn about: What inspired Marley to take the last name "Jaxx" after her divorce. The unique way Marley showcases her passion. The power of dissecting Hollywood tactics and using them for content strategies. What YouTube was originally created for. Why people gravitate towards personal stories and how to use them. How to spin everyday moments into powerful stories. An example of an offhand moment that Marley's audience hung onto. What the story inventory method is and how it creates a storytelling flow state. What being disruptive really means and why more people should try it. The experiment Marley made a documentary about and where you can watch it. The secret to getting the results that only 1% of people have. What DocuStunt is, how Marley launched it, and what happened next. How fabricating a scandal can go both right and wrong. Unique content strategies that could help you gain traction on YouTube. How to weave together story threads in a meaningful way. The kind of content that actually works on YouTube today (and what doesn't). What it means to be a wild woman: Being disruptive, creating an impact, and making history. Mentions: www.wewildwomen.com/mediakit www.docustunts.com/docustunt-guide ______________ Got a minute? I would love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Subscribe here. ______________ Connect with Marley: www.marleyjaxx.com @marleyjaxx Connect with Renée: @renee_warren @we.wild.women www.wewildwomen.com

Hey you wild women! We often avoid doing what we know will move the needle in our business, but the question is: why? If you have a tendency to gravitate towards tackling the small things first, you're not alone, and there's an interesting explanation for this. Even so, procrastination is not an excuse. In today's episode, you'll discover some helpful tips for confronting those important tasks head on so you can avoid procrastination in your business and your life. In this episode, you will learn about: Why we procrastinate and what happens when it takes over. A Mark Twain quote that relates to procrastination. Examples of when it can actually serve you to go first and get the thing done. Why it's tempting to think about a goal (instead of actually working towards it). How to stop talking about what you want to do and actually do it. Why facing the possibility of failure is important. What happens when you actually tackle priority tasks and how it pays off. Three things you can do to successfully avoid procrastination. How scheduling your day can help you stick to what you want to achieve. Where you can share your goals and how it can help you meet them. Books that can help inspire you to do hard things. How just starting can help you build momentum. Acknowledging the consequences of procrastination to hold yourself accountable. What it looks like to do what you said you were going to do. The small extra strategies and habits you can implement to set yourself up for success. Mentions: High 5 Habit Atomic Habits ______________ Got a minute? I would love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Subscribe here. ______________ Connect with Renée: @renee_warren @we.wild.women www.wewildwomen.com

Hey you wild woman! On this episode of Into the Wild we're joined by coach and speaker Anita Parker. Anita has a versatile skill set, and she uses her authentic storytelling to inspire positive change in the lives of others so they can live their purpose-driven life. Taking her own personal deep dive into the world of personal development helped Anita become more resilient, resourceful, and confident. Now, when she is faced with a challenge—no matter how big—she has the tools to move forward. It's her mission to help others develop those tools too. In this episode, you will learn about: Why people tend to struggle in going for what they really want. What happens when we buy into self-sabotage and how to overcome it. Tips for increased confidence and becoming fearless. How humbling experiences can be a catalyst for growth. The easy way you can make others feel seen, heard, and valued. How to overcome doubt and imposter syndrome. Why it only takes one person to change the frequency of a room—and how to do it. What happens when you have the right cheerleaders on your team. Mentions: www.wewildwomen.com/vip-day Connect with Anita Parker @anitabestlife Connect with Renée: @renee_warren @we.wild.women www.wewildwomen.com ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Got a minute? I would love a review! Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode! For complete show notes, go to: https://www.wewildwomen.com/intothewild/238

Hey you wild women! Hustling is necessary if you want to reach a certain level of success, but so is rest. In this episode, we're talking about how rest can be a game changer for your business, health, and relationships. It all comes down to recognizing which season you're in. When you're in the trenches, remember that you don't have to do it all. You just have to know what it is most important for you to do and how to stay in alignment with your energy. In this episode you'll learn tips for protecting your energy and the power in giving yourself permission to let go. In this episode, you will learn about: What it means to hustle and how to get through those difficult seasons. Why you don't have to do it all, plus what does need to be done by you. An example of working in alignment and why changing your plans is necessary at times. How to avoid overwhelm and break patterns that don't serve you. How to honour the masculine and feminine energies in your business. Different ways you can adapt your approach to stay in alignment. How tapping into your resources can keep you within your capacity. The reason you don't need to finish everything you start. Why you don't need to say yes to every opportunity and what to do instead. Schedule and service adaptations that can help you avoid burnout in your business. How doing an audit of your day can help you protect your energy. The options you have for dealing with what doesn't serve you. Mentions: www.wewildwomen.com/mediakit ______________ Got a minute? I would love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Subscribe here. ______________ Connect with Renée: @renee_warren @we.wild.women www.wewildwomen.com

Hey you wild women! This time around we're joined by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Mariana Henninger. Mariana is also the founder of Brandmagnetic, the place where she channels her strengths as a filmmaker to help businesses turn their stories into sales. She hosts the Empire Secrets podcast as well. Brand videos are powerful, especially when it comes to accelerating trust with your audience and emphasizing your authority. A great brand video makes your audience's life easier and takes the burden off them to get to know you, which can help you close the deal even faster. In this episode, you will learn about: How Mariana's business focus has transformed in the last year. How Brandmagnetic merges two of her greatest strengths. What a great brand video can do for your media kit or pitch. Important elements for your brand videos you shouldn't overlook. Where words fall short and how a brand video can help you fill the gap. Where her process with clients starts and why it's crucial to begin there. The secret to uncovering your "why" if you're not sure what it is. What Mariana is passionate about helping her clients discover. Why a brand video is not about telling your story (and what it actually represents). The reason you should not include a call to action in your video. The type of non-literal b-roll Mariana encourages her clients to use. What narrative transportation is and why it's important in storytelling. The upfront work of creating a brand video and how it pays off. How a brand video helps your business become more memorable. What your brand video can accelerate when it comes to building rapport. Mentions: www.wewildwomen.com/vip-day ______________ Got a minute? I would love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Subscribe here. ______________ Connect with Mariana Henninger @brandmagnetic brandmagnetic.com Connect with Renée: @renee_warren @we.wild.women www.wewildwomen.com

Hey you wild women! Today we're reintroducing a previous episode with Melanie Weller. Melanie is a physical therapist, board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist, and neurotheologist. She approaches the vagus nerve as a portal to health and success, leveraging its power for visionary development and performance enhancement. Understanding the vagus nerve is key to uncovering the mental and emotional pain that is often masked by physical pain. Melanie uses vagus nerve principles and exercises to help her clients recognize their own patterns so they can become more resilient. In this episode, you will learn about: What the vagus nerve is and its function inside the body. The role the vagus nerve plays in bridging our stories with our bodies. One method for giving your vagus nerve space and why it matters. The critical angles in your body and how they mimic cycles in the earth. Why tapping into your body's natural rhythms matters to the modern woman. How first treating the vagus nerve can help people get unstuck from their health issues. How vagus nerve issues can show up inside your business. What Melanie finds interesting about how we as humans embody stress. Interesting parallels you can find between the body and astrology. How people tend to repeat patterns from their lives inside their businesses. The study Melanie really wants to get involved in and why. How vagus nerve exercises keep us in a more resilient state. The mechanics people with depression and anxiety tend to have in common. What it means to look at anatomy through archetype and why it matters. How we physically express our internal narrative and what it creates. What it means to be a wild woman: Leading with and embodying your inner being. Mentions: www.wewildwomen.com/vip-day ______________ Got a minute? I would love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Subscribe here. ______________ Connect with Melanie Weller @embodyyourstar www.melanieweller.com Connect with Renée: @renee_warren @we.wild.women www.wewildwomen.com

Hey you wild women! Today we're talking about the age-old tradition of New Year's resolutions and why they often set us up for failure. In my household, we've decided that choosing a "theme word" of the year is a more meaningful and guiding practice that will help us in accomplishing our goals. I'll recount how this simple switch from resolutions to a theme word has kept me anchored, and how it might just be the beacon you need to steer your own course through the coming year. I'll also talk about my simple goals for 2024. In this episode, you will learn about: The benefits of ditching traditional New Year's resolutions in favor of a theme word. How a theme word can serve as a guiding light throughout the year. Why simplicity in goal setting is more likely to foster expansion and growth. How my personal experiences, like skydiving, tie into yearly themes. Why public commitment to goals can enhance personal and professional success. How specific personal goals, like punctuality, contribute to broader achievements. How my son shockingly chose a paint color that perfectly aligned with our theme word. Further details on why setting a theme word can be more impactful than resolutions. How "expansion" as a theme word is shaping my personal and professional life. Why certain experiences can symbolize personal growth. Encouragement to grow authority and set focused goals for the new year. Punctuality, sobriety, and fitness as my goals for this year. How my commitment to punctuality led to a lesson on respecting others' time. Mentions: www.wewildwomen.com/vip-day ______________ Got a minute? I would love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Subscribe here. ______________ Connect with Renée: @renee_warren @we.wild.women www.wewildwomen.com

Hey you wild women! Today we're talking to Felicia Romero, a top fitness and wellness business coach. She is the founder of the 10K Accelerator, Luna True Nutrition, and hosts her own podcast called Hi Felicia. She's been a fitness coach for over 15 years, but felt the desire to pivot in 2017 after she sold her last gym and has since been obsessed with learning the ins and outs of building a profitable online coaching business. Felicia and I reflect on those "aha" moments that steered us toward pivotal changes in our business models. We talk about the magic of aligning actions with dreams and how, sometimes, simplifying is the key to amplifying your professional satisfaction and well-being. In this episode, you will learn about: Why sharing both successes and failures builds brand authenticity and trust. The story of how Felicia transitioned from gym owner to online business tycoon. Why being "stubborn" regarding your goals with is essential for success. Why simplifying business models enhances professional satisfaction and personal well-being. How the rise of feminine energy in leadership is transforming business strategies. How mindset shifts are crucial when financial milestones lead to discomfort. Addressing mindset blocks such as imposter syndrome. Why discerning the necessity of tasks can lead to simplified and effective business practices. How Amy Porterfield's viral moment highlights the craving for genuine connections. Why authenticity in branding aligns business strategies with personal values. How social media establishes trust and credibility through vulnerability. How consistent and intentional presence on social media fosters well-being. Why intentionality in actions leads to productivity and overall happiness. What it means to be a wild woman: Showing up completely unapologetic in all of your passion, all of your desire, and not caring what people think. Mentions: www.wewildwomen.com/vip-day ______________ Got a minute? I would love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Subscribe here. ______________ Connect with Felicia www.feliciaromero.com @feliciaromero Connect with Renée: @renee_warren @we.wild.women www.wewildwomen.com