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  • Humor with Amber J. Lawson, Cathy Nesbitt & Steve Waverly #622

    Humor with Amber J. Lawson, Cathy Nesbitt & Steve Waverly #622
    2026/06/18
    On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about humor and the power of laughter with Amber J. Lawson, Cathy Nesbitt, and Steve Waverly. Amber J is founder of Grown Ass Woman and co-founder of Comedy Gives Back, Cathy Nesbitt teaches Laughter Yoga, and Steve Waverly is a screenwriter, whose films include Broken Diamonds. The panel discusses the value of humor in life and work, the draw of fun and positive energy, and simple ways to bring more joy and lightness into everyday life. Goals - Steve: Run around the block, get some exercise, change your perspective: not everything is life and death, some things are - Cathy: Find a laugher buddy. Do something every day that brings you joy - Amber J: Go to a live comedy show this week; sit in the dark with strangers and laugh Final Thoughts - Cathy: Stop looking at all the things going on in the world, stop complaining, you can't control a lot of things - Amber J: If you write a goal down, it has a 65% chance, if you share it, it has a 90% chance. Write down your goals and share them - Steve: People say things have never been so bad. It's not true. Remember life is beautiful Learn more about Amber J Lawson: https://www.amberjlawson.com/ Comedy Gives Back: https://www.comedygivesback.com/ Cathy Nesbitt's Laughter Yoga: https://cathysclub.com/ Steve Waverly: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1639658/ Broken Diamonds: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Broken_Diamonds Debra Eckerling: https://TheDEBMethod.com/blog https://TheBookProposalExpert.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Webinars with Judith Briles, Brigette Callahan & Julie Migliacci #621

    Webinars with Judith Briles, Brigette Callahan & Julie Migliacci #621
    2026/06/11
    On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling explores the world of webinars with Dr. Judith Briles, The Book Shepherd; Brigette Callahan of Babilon Arts; and Julie Migliacci of Revent Consulting. Between Judith's experience as a presenter, Brigette's slide specialty, and Julie's event tech expertise, they were the perfect panel to discuss what works — and what doesn't — when it comes to webinars. The panel talks about people's love-hate relationship with webinars, the importance of having a clear purpose, and strategies for keeping attendees engaged from start to finish. Whether you're an entrepreneur, consultant, thought-leader, or more than one of the above, hosting or speaking at webinars is likely part of your business. Be engaging - and prepared. Everyone will have a much better experience. Goals - Judith: If you are a newbie, observe what does and doesn't work; take notes. Keep your slides simple. If there is a snafu, remember you are the webinar - Julie: Think outside the Zoom box. There are other platform you can explore, such as webinar.net; reach out to Julie if you want to learn about other options - Brigette: As an attendee, if there's too much text on sildes, closer your eyes and listen. As a presenter, know your material and practice for mishaps. Be yourself, be confident, and have fun Final Thoughts - Judith: Don't do well what you have no business doing. If you never say no, your yeses are worthless - Brigette: If you do what you love, you love what you do - Julie: Know your why for your webinars Learn More About Judith Briles: TheBookShepherd.com Brigette Callahan: BabilonArts.com Julie Migliacci: Revent.consulting Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog TheBookProposalExpert.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 8 分
  • Musicals with Kristin Hanggi, Nico Juber & Carrie Murray #620

    Musicals with Kristin Hanggi, Nico Juber & Carrie Murray #620
    2026/06/04
    On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Musicals with Kristin Hanggi, Nico Juber, and Carrie Murray . All three are all long-time lovers of musicals, as well as part of the "Millennials Are Killing Musicals" team. Nico is creator, Kristin is director, and Carrie is a co-producer of the show, an original pop-rock musical comedy about identity, motherhood, social media, and the algorithm. The panel discusses their early introductions to musicals, favorites - then and now, their show, the creative process, and more. How Musicals Relate to Goals - Kristen: It's goal-setting with a team around art - Nico: It's the ultimate project management situation with multiple goals working in tandem - Carrie: A musical is a business; you are looking for people to support you, believe in you, be part of its growth Goals - Carrie: Consume art. Go to a show, museum, keep art alive by showing up and paying for it - Nico: Spend 10 minutes a day doing something creative - Kristin: Find a moment to sing this week. Extra points for making up a silly song! Final Thoughts - Carrie: Elevate others - Kristin: Art makes the world a better place to be! - Nico: Support original art Learn More About Kristin Hanggi: KristinHanggi.com Nico Juber: NicoJuber.com Carrie Murray: Carrie-Murray.com Millennials Are Killing Musicals: MillennialsAreKillingMusicals.com Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog TheBookProposalExpert.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 7 分
  • Redhead GoalChat with Chrissy Bernal, Lee Jessup & Tamara Krinsky #619

    Redhead GoalChat with Chrissy Bernal, Lee Jessup & Tamara Krinsky #619
    2026/05/21
    On this episode of GoalChat, Debra Eckerling hosts a Redhead Fest with Chrissy Bernal, Be A Better Brand; Lee Jessup, Screenwriting Career Coach; and Tamara Krinsky, Writer and TV Host. The panel share their redhead origin stories, what it means to be a redhead, the importance of building a life that reflects your passions, and more. They talked about creativity, confidence, and why being a “redhead” is really more of a mindset than a hair color. Save the Date: Redhead Day is May 26! What is the Redhead Spirit: - Lee: Stepping into and owning your uniqueness - Tamara: Not having to do everything perfectly; jump in - you will figure it out; embrace the unknown - Chrissy: Divergence, making your own path Goals - Chrissy: Take a look at your life and see what you can change to make it what you want to be. If you want your external to change, the inside needs to change first or concurrently - Lee: Ask yourself what are you doing just for you that brings you, joy, relief, satisfaction? Joy begets joy! - Tamara: Lean into the "what if" of it all. Stop stopping yourself from pursuing what's next. Lean into any fear - work through it Final Thoughts - Chrissy: Self-imposed limits are self-imposed. Don't do that! - Lee: Ask yourself what you would do if you weren't afraid . and do it - Tamara: Please keep seeing movies in theaters. Also, don't be afraid to ask for help Learn More About Chrissy Bernal: ChrissyBernal.com Lee Jessup: LeeJessup.com Tamara Krinsky: DoesItFryPod.com Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog TheBookProposalExpert.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 9 分
  • The Power of Substack with Jim Fuhs & Bob Woods #618

    The Power of Substack with Jim Fuhs & Bob Woods #618
    2026/05/14
    On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about The Power of Substack with Jim Fuhs, Fuhsion Marketing, and Bob Woods, CMO, Social Sales Link. The platform continues to grow in popularity and functionality. Substack is like a social media platform and website with blog all in one, and something that can be used can use in concert with other strategies like LinkedIn, podcasting, and live video. What is the Power of Substack? - Bob: Discoverability - Jim: Less noise, more conversation Goals - Bob: Spend time on the platform and write notes; interact and reply - Jim: Create and upload a vertical video as notes; after you read a good article, clip a highlight, and share it Final Thoughts - Bob: Just start doing it. But don't overdo it - Jim: Quality over quantity Learn More About: Jim Fuhs: JimFuhs.Substacks.com Bob Woods: ItsBobWoods.Substack.com Debra Eckerling: BookProposals.Substack.com TheDEBMethod.com/blog TheBookProposalExpert.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 14 分
  • SciFi & Fandom with Jonathan London, Larry Nemecek & Kandas Rodarte #617

    SciFi & Fandom with Jonathan London, Larry Nemecek & Kandas Rodarte #617
    2026/05/07
    On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Sci Fi and Fandom with Jonathan London, Larry Nemecek, and Kandas Rodarte. All three are podcasters, creators, and beyond enthusiastic about their chosen paths. Jonathan is a writer/director/producer, Geekscape.net; Larry is a "pop culture entrepreneur," Trekland; and Kandas is the founder of Gratitude Geek. The trio share their backstories - including but not limited to their love of science fiction - and passions for pop culture ... and go on many tangents! The beauty of Sci Fi, they said, is "If you can imagine it, it can happen." It was the perfect panel of Star Wars Day." May the 4th be with you. Goals - Kandas: Go to a pop culture convention. Experience the amount of joy - because everyone there is happy - Jonathan: Explore inner ideas. Then write forward - using paper! - Larry: The next time you are watching or reading something and get wound up about something they've done wrong, take a breath. Use it as inspiration to make something else Final Thoughts - Jonathan: Don't hate. Create! - Larry: Trek Well! - Kandas: Never give up, never surrender Learn More About - Jonathan London: Geekscape.net - Larry Nemecek: LarryNemecek.com - Kandas Rodarte: GratitudeGeek.com - Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog TheBookProposalExpert.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 27 分
  • Networking with Steven Rowell, Annie P. Ruggles & Brynne Tillman #616

    Networking with Steven Rowell, Annie P. Ruggles & Brynne Tillman #616
    2026/04/23
    On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling has a fabulous conversation about Networking with Steven Rowell, Strategic Speaker Institute; Annie P. Ruggles, The Non-Sleazy Sales Academy; and Brynne Tillman aka LinkedIn nerd, Social Sales Link. Steven, Annie, and Brynne's share some of their networking tactics, experiences, and favorite conversation starters - and enders, along with tons of practical tips. They show genuine enthusiasm about the topic - and enjoyment of one another. Define Networking - Annie: The rolodex - having anything you need at anytime; thinking about what other people need; building a rolodexing ecosystem - Brynne: Networking is mutual amplification — connecting with non-competing advisors and vendors who serve the same clients you do, so you can lift each other through introductions, content, and collaboration. - Steven: Leading with value first as you build a heart-felt community Goals - Brynne: Create your LinkedIn search link, so you can easily let your connections know who exactly from their tribe you need to meet. Go to Search, click People, insert titles, location, industry, 1st degree connections. And bookmark/save the search - Annie: If someone pops into your head, message them and say they've been on your mind today - Steven: Make a list of people you authentically know and send them a LinkedIn recommendation Final Thoughts - Brynne: Detach from what the person is worth to you, attach what you are worth to the person. You will win every time - Steven: Come to networking with the spirit of being genuinely fascinated with other people - Deb: Make sure you are in a good mood when you go networking - it shows! - Annie: Super connectors must be protected at all costs. You will meet the majority of most people from 1 person - protect them, check in with them Learn More About Steven Rowell: StrategicSpeakerInstitute.com Annie P. Ruggles: Anniepreneur.com Brynne Tillman: SocialSalesLink.com Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog TheBookProposalExpert.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 9 分
  • Lunch with Marisa Baggett, Beth Ricanati & Jessie-Sierra Ross #615

    Lunch with Marisa Baggett, Beth Ricanati & Jessie-Sierra Ross #615
    2026/04/16
    On this episode of GoalChat, host GoalChat Debra Eckerling talks about Lunch with chef Marisa Baggett; Dr. Beth Ricanati, challah baker; and Jessie-Sierra Ross, StraighttotheHipsBaby.com. All three are authors, as well as eating advocates. Breakfast is "the most important meal of the day" and dinner is when people come together, so lunch often gets pushed aside. Not anymore. April 13 was Make Lunch Count Day. Marisa, Beth, and Jessie-Sierra share their lunch aha moments, favorite lunches, and best lunch tips. Spoiler alert - they each love lunch in bowls, whether it's soup, salad, or another kind of bowl of deliciousness. Dig in. It's a fabulous conversation. - Marisa: Have an intention with lunch; Start with something your really love. When you order your favorite food for dinner, get a second one, so you have lunch the next day. - Beth: Decide to block out time for lunch, start with 5 minutes - longer is better; most things can wait til you are done eating - Jessie-Sierra: Find inspiration for recipes; flip through your favorite foodies IGs and their cookbooks - Marisa: Just try preparing and enjoying lunch. And if you mess up a little - or a lot - it's okay. - Jessie-Sierra: Embrace small ways to elevate your lunch. Fancify it by adding fresh herbs and edible flowers - Beth: Eat lunch. Just do it Learn More About Marisa Baggett: MarisaBaggett.com Beth Ricanati: BethRicanatiMD.com Jessie-Sierra Ross: StraighttotheHipsBaby.com Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog TheBookProposalExpert.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 2 分