Welcome to my Tent

Sarah Johnston

Welcome to my tent! Having a big tent is a concept I adopted from my dad. I make my tent big and invite lots of different people in. This is place for people of all backgrounds, opinions, experiences, and life journeys to share their stories. Here we can come together to listen to each other, challenge our own beliefs, and learn something along the way. I believe we are better humans the more people we bring into our tents. So welcome to mine! 

  1. Saddle Up! Social Media is a Rodeo -- with Jera Bean

    10/04/2024

    Saddle Up! Social Media is a Rodeo -- with Jera Bean

    Today on The Welcome to my Tent podcast, we're diving into the wild world of social media with the one and only Jera Bean. Jera is a social media strategist who's been through her fair share of platform changes, iterations of her brand, and experiences on the internet. Jera takes us on a journey through her evolution from 2015 to present day, ranging from fitness influencer to social media guru. Remember when Instagram was just sepia-toned hot dogs photos at baseball games? Yeah, those were simpler times. We chat about the struggles of authenticity in a world where your followers can simultaneously praise you for being genuine and accuse you of being a “fake” at the same time. We discuss the importance of knowing it’s okay to NOT please everyone, and why staying true to yourself is king. Jera drops some knowledge bombs about content creation, including her "content pillar trifecta" - expertise, business, and secret sauce. She dishes on her unique framework to help you show up on social confidently and as yourself. We dive into the world of video editing with Jera's "Video Editing Rodeo" course. She chats on why she created this, what the course entails, and how it is helping people find confidence in editing content for social. Jera shares her thoughts on embracing imperfection in content creation. It's time to get comfortable with "C-level" content, folks. We wrap up with a discussion on the ever-changing social media landscape. Spoiler alert: The algorithm isn't out to get you personally. So, saddle up and give this episode a listen. Jera is a wealth of knowledge in the social media space, and she wants to share that with you all! Find Jera on Instagram HERE Find Jera on TikTok HERE Get The Video Editing Rodeo HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min
  2. 09/27/2024

    If You Feel Uncomfortable, You're Doing it Right -- Solo with Sarah Johnston

    In this episode, our host dives into the murky waters of change. As we transition from summer to fall (or in Phoenix, from "hot" to "slightly less hot"), she explores why change can feel overwhelming, scary, and intimidating.  Sarah talks about the F-word – no, not that one, the other one: Failure. She explains why labeling setbacks as failures is hindering your progress. Instead, she encourages us to view these moments as feedback, turning our "oops" into "ooh, interesting!" The episode dives into the long-term vs. short-term mindset, reminding us that personal growth isn't a quick fix (sorry). It takes time, patience, and a lot of introspection.  Our host shares some nuggets of wisdom from her therapy sessions, including the counterintuitive idea that feeling uncomfortable means you're doing it right. Which seems unfair, but whatever.  Finally, she leaves us with a party analogy that'll make you rethink how you deal with uncomfortable feelings. Spoiler alert: it doesn't involve hiding behind the potted plants all night. This episode offers a fresh perspective on embracing the chaos of personal development. Buckle up, drop some f-bombs, and let’s get to changing!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    23 min
  3. 09/13/2024

    All Things Sam and Leo with Dara Erck -- Mental Health, Business, Motherhood and More

    In this episode, Sarah Johnston interviews Dara Erck, the founder of Sam and Leo, a company creating clean teen products with a focus on mental health.  What do we chat about?  Dara's previous career in global healthTransition to entrepreneurship during the pandemic Identifying a gap in the market for clean teen products. The Incredible Suite of Products at Sam and Leo Focus on clean, teen-friendly vitamins and supplements Addressing mental health needs  Product line includes energy, sleep, immunity, and eye health gummies. Challenges of educating consumers about a new product category. Dara’s Entrepreneurial Journey  Challenges of creating a new product category Navigating manufacturing and distribution. The Mental Health Focus of the Business Importance of supporting rather than "fixing" mental health issues Incorporating mental health awareness into product mission.  Importance of school environment and movement for mental well-being Business Insights from Launching Sam and Leo  Unique challenges of the CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) industry Importance of community and collaboration in entrepreneurship. The Future Vision for Sam and Leo  Expanding product line to include more mental health support Building a platform for parent and teen education.   Join us for a fun conversation about business, motherhood, and being an entrepreneur!   Visit the Sam and Leo Website HERE Find Dara and Sam and Leo on Instagram HERE    Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    51 min

Ratings & Reviews

5
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6 Ratings

About

Welcome to my tent! Having a big tent is a concept I adopted from my dad. I make my tent big and invite lots of different people in. This is place for people of all backgrounds, opinions, experiences, and life journeys to share their stories. Here we can come together to listen to each other, challenge our own beliefs, and learn something along the way. I believe we are better humans the more people we bring into our tents. So welcome to mine!