I had an educational and energizing chat with the incredible Meggie Palmer - a powerhouse, dedicated to helping women ask for what they deserve—whether it’s a bigger paycheck, an overdue promotion, or higher rates for self-employed folks. Her company PepTalkHer is all about closing the gender pay gap and empowering professionals to advocate for themselves.This episode is packed with actionable wisdom, so grab your pen!

During our conversation, Meggie explained how women can flip the script when it comes to negotiations, how to use leverage, and how to prepare your strongest arguments to earn more money. She shared her game-changing “3W Technique” (Wish, Want, Walk)—a method that helps professionals hone in on their ideal goal, their acceptable middle ground, and their dealbreaker. It was such a great reminder of the power of preparation and entering negotiations with evidence of your worth in hand. We also talked about embracing the wins and letting go of that negativity bias that makes us dwell on the bad over the good - and using that power to negotiate! Honestly, this is something we all need to hear loud and clear! Taking time to recognize and celebrate our successes, no matter how small, can completely rewire our mindset and positively impact how we show up in work negotiations and beyond. She has specific tips for self-employed folks like how to present your rates and what nMeggie’s energy and insights were electric, and I know so many of you will leave this episode feeling ready to negotiate like a boss. If you’ve followed my journey, you know I’ve been on a mission to help all of you rockstars out there conquer fear and imposter syndrome to build a successful, fulfilling life on your own terms Catch the full episode and prepare to grab notebooks for all Meggie’s nuggets of wisdom!

You will learn:

• How to negotiate - 12:27
• How and why we stew on negative inputs and how to readjust - 14:18
• Document positives - 15:07
• How we can rewire our brain and shift the neuroplasticity - 20:22
• How to use leverage - of a potential job or other options - 23:05
• What self employed people should do to negotiate...

A student in my Video Boot Camp Class recently asked me “How much content is too much to put out?” And another frequent question I get it, “How often should i post social media content?”

I’m answering those questions in this episode!

In this 5 minute episode you’ll learn:

• How much content you should put out
• What to think about when planning your content
• How much content is ‘too much’

EVERY FRIDAY 5-MINUTE MASTER CLASSES IN MARKETING

Every Friday I drop a very short (less than 5 minute) video marketing tip to help you level up your business while sipping your coffee!

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Trae Bodge is a successful lifestyle writer and TV commentator who made the brave leap from beauty brand founder to creating her own unique space in retail and shopping expertise. I loved discussing our shared experiences of separating our identities from our corporate personas. After Trae left RetailMeNot, she discovered that her value wasn't tied to a corporate email address or brand name, but rather to their skills, relationships, and reliability.

One of my favorite moments was discussing those inevitable TV mishaps, like when Steve Harvey and Rachael Ray mispronounced Trae’s name on air. But what really resonated was Trae’s advice about finding "white space" - not just following your passion, but identifying what people actually need and where there's room in the market. Her journey from beauty entrepreneur to becoming one of the go-to shopping experts for major networks is a testament to the power of reinvention and staying true to your expertise. And now, she's launching a foundation to help other midlife entrepreneurs, which perfectly exemplifies how success can come full circle into giving back.

You will learn:

• How to network even when it’s frustrating - 3:14
• How to become self made through innovation - 11:12
• How to overcome a layoff - 14:20
• How to gain confidence as a freelancer - 21:08

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PR expert Sabina Hitchen, founder of Press for Success is sharing her advice how you can get featured in the press! Sabina has helped over 15,000 entrepreneurs through her courses, and she brings her unique blend of teaching background and PR expertise to share quick, actionable strategies for getting press coverage. What I love about Sabina's approach is how she breaks down what could be an overwhelming process into clear, manageable steps that any business owner can implement.

The episode is packed with golden nuggets, particularly around two key strategies for fast press coverage: leveraging seasonal stories and piggybacking on hot topics. Sabina teache where you should pitch and how to get coverage quickly! What really resonated with me was her practical advice about following up and creating a consistent PR workflow - something that's often overlooked but crucial for success. As someone who's been featured in Fast Company and Business Insider myself, I know firsthand how valuable these insights are for entrepreneurs looking to increase their visibility and grow their business.

You will learn:

• Where to take your story for fast results - 4:13
• To tie your story/expertise to timely topics and calendar events - 5:11
• To piggyback on hot topics: Insert yourself into ongoing news conversations - 7:05
• How to execute properly, writing clear and concise emails to media contacts - 10:58
• How to establish a consistent PR workflow in your business - 12:19
  

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I saw Hamilton on Broadway with my daughter - the day after I gave a keynote speech at Inman Connect NYC. I had a huge aha moment for you that I wanted to share. The song “The Room Where It Happens” was stuck in my head (amazing ear worm!), and it’s about the closed-door meetings where political deals get made. But more relevant is that I sat in the speaker Green Room at my keynote. I looked around and thought “I am in the room where it happens.” I am next to CEOs and titans of industry.

How did I get here? It’s not luck or happenstance.

By using my voice. By putting content out there. By not second-guessing and overthinking. No one can hear you if you’re not talking.

In this 5 minute episode you’ll learn:

• What Hamilton has to do with your marketing
• What to do to start putting your voice out there
• What to stop telling yourself so you can be seen as a thought leader

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Celebrating nearly 3 years of podcasting --- here's a look back at some of the best, most inspirational and most educational content to hit The Exit Interview

One of the best things about having this podcast is getting to learn from so many amazing people and getting to add more information and more advice to my arsenal of information. Today I’m recapping the best advice from financial to balance, to marketing to parenting with guests like Heather Dubrow, Robin Arzon of Peloton, Rebecca Minkoff, Tori Dunlap of Her First 100K, Marketing Wiz Neil Patel, and parenting expert Emily Oster.

In this episode you will learn:

• Why balance is a harmful concept (2:15)
• How to deal with respecting your children’s privacy as they grow older (6:30)
• Dealing with worry and making the right decisions (11:32)

Are you feeling stuck on the social media hamster wheel, putting in endless hours but not seeing the results you want? I get it. That's exactly why I created Video Bootcamp, a comprehensive seven-week program that teaches entrepreneurs how to leverage their iPhone to create impactful content, convert leads into clients, and establish themselves as thought leaders. Whether you're camera shy or just haven't found your groove with video content yet, this intimate group coaching experience will give you the tools, strategies, and confidence to make your video presence work for your business, not the other way around.

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In this training you will learn how to:

• Build Confidence: Learn how to confidently show up on camera and message your unique value.
• Content Creation: We dive into creating amazing content together, making sure your videos look professional—even just with an iPhone!
• Lead Conversion: Equip yourself with skills to interact effectively with leads and convert them into clients, without being stuck on the social media hamster wheel.

Make sure to subscribe to hear every Friday 5-minute marketing master class! And Wednesdays are inspirational founders!

Last week, I had the incredible opportunity to speak at Inman Connect in New York City, where I shared my framework for becoming the go-to expert in your field. In my presentation, I broke down what I call "The Four C's" - Confidence, Clarity, Credibility, and Connection. These principles, drawn from my 20 years of media experience at places like Us Weekly and Netflix, are the cornerstone of creating content that truly converts to cash.

Speaking of content that converts, I'm thrilled to announce that registration is now open for my signature Video Bootcamp! This seven-week live coaching course is designed to help you become confident on camera and develop a fully implementable video strategy that generates leads. The success stories from our previous participants speak for themselves - from landing dream clients through LinkedIn to consistently converting viewers into customers.

But hurry! Registration closes on February 3rd. If you're ready to transform your business through video content, just like so many of our successful graduates, head over to kimrittberg.com and check out the coaching tab to apply. Remember, in today's digital world, showing up on camera isn't just an option - it's essential for business growth. Whether you're a real estate agent, consultant, or coach, mastering video content could be the game-changer you've been looking for.

You will learn:

• How to break through confidence barriers - 5:34
• How to show up as an authentic person - 8:21
• Different ways to establish credibility - 8:54
• The importance of clear brand identity - 9:32

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