CharityU Jessie Funk & Brian Williams

When Madison was working behind the scenes producing podcasts for other people, she spotted a big problem that she wanted to solve.

She wanted to make it easier for Podcast hosts to connect with their ideal guests. A simple platform to literally just connect people together. That's it. . . seems simple right??!

Well, not exactly. Madison didn't have a background in starting a tech company, but one thing she did have was the grit, mindset and passion to 'figure it out' along the way. And she did just that.

FUN FACT: I actually connected with Madison using the platform she created. How awesome is that.

But why PODCASTS? Well, Podcasts are gaining traction more than any other form of media consumption today! More people are listening while driving, hiking cooking, etc. This gives you a great opportunity to get in the ears of your potential donors, follows or community members.

BUT HOW DO YOU START A PODCAST?

Well, don't you worry, Madison will dive into that as well. Plus if you do start a podcast, she's already created an amazing platform for you to find awesome guests.

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From interning at Think Kindness with Brian over a decade ago to creating her own marketing firm, Jordanne Pallesen takes a quick break from her work to join the podcast. Learn what Marketing and PR mean in today's world and how best to contact Newsrooms even if you’re a teenager. In this episode, you’re sure to learn something new in regards to Marketing thanks to Jordanne’s decade worth of experience.
Big Episode Take-A-Ways
What Jordanne Believe Marketing and PR is todayWhere to focus in journalism firstHow can you start to develop your story?Getting in contact with newsroomsUsing the resources around you to contact newsroomsBest way to introduce yourself to mediaMock Newsroom callsWhat to tell Newsrooms when you get on the phone with themFOLLOW JORDANNE: @julepjordanne
Things Mentioned in this episode
Think Kindness
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Chapter Section
2:42 Jessica’s experience on tv
3:15 O’ryan example of being on TV
4:18 Jordanne Intro
7:14 What is PR and Marketing in her words
8:35 Brian asks where should people focus first in journalism
9:40 How can a teen start to develop their story
13:26 Brian, Creating an avatar person
14:46 Jordanne, Have your story and bio dialed in
17:25 Jordanne, Explaining how to get it contact with the newsrooms
18:43 Brian, What's the best way to make it easy for the newsroom to read about your story
21:25 Media alert vs a press release
25:17 Using your resources around you like your english teacher or Grammarly
27:50 Take it in bite sized pieces finding 2 producers aa day
28:32 Following up on emails
30:15 Best way for teenagers to introduce themselves to newsrooms
34:41 You have to put yourself out there
36:31 Have to chase the no’s to get the yes
39:11 Creating a media list 
40:36 Mock call example
41:55 Jordanne feedback of the mock example
42:44 What to tell the newsrooms when you get the on the phone 
44:41 Brian's mock call example 
46:10 Jordan’s feedback on Brian's Mock call
48:05 Follow ups
49:33 End Goodbyes
50:48 Wrap Up

One major pandemic we truly need to solve in our country is mental health. The beautiful part is. . . we know most of the things we need to do to solve it.

But the biggest hurdle is destigmatizing mental health in the first place.

Well, today's guests' goal is just that. To let everyone know that right now in your life, it may not be okay, but it will be!

Emma White is a suicide survivor, published author, youth speaker, trainer, and above all. . . an outstanding human being. Jessie and Emma geek out on everything mental health-related in today's episode.

However, be sure to follow Emma online, her work, and her impact around the nation.

CONNECT WITH EMMA
Emma's Website: https://www.lifeisworthit.org/
Emma's Instagram: @emmamwhite
Organization Instagram: @LifeIsWorthItorg
GET HER BOOK: click here

SHOW LINKS
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Follow Jessie: @dearauntjessie
Follow CharityU: @CharityU

She went from being bullied to becoming the bully. . . then creating a career to be an advocate to help those who both bullied and are bullies. Phew, talk about full-circle. Jessie Funk has two masters degree, in the home-run stretch of her Phd and is currently a therapist for male teens. She is considered one of the nations Top Youth Speakers, a mother of 2 and also the co-founder of CharityU. We decided to take her from the host of this podcast to a guest. Yup, Jessie jumps in the hot seat for today's amazing episode.
Big Episode Take-A-Ways
What sparked her passion to change the worldHow do you know you are on the right pathWhy name your charity, "Ive Girl Academy"The 'Business' of running a CharityWhat makes a good board memberYour first money generating tacticsWhat would you do differentYou most embarrassing speaking storiesThings Mentioned In This Episode
Ivy Girl Academy
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Think Kindness wasn’t started on purpose. It started as a class project in a Marketing 301 class. But then slowly grew. And Grew. And Grew. The entire organization has been bootstrapped from the ground up. From their original 501c3 paperwork, web design, fundraising, videos. . . everything. During this episode you’ll here the amazing success stories of Think Kindness as well as the trials and tribulations. The biggest take-a-way from this episode is this [yes, we will just give it to you]. Never give up. Be resourceful. Chase Your Passion. Make a difference. 
LINKS MENTIONED
CharityU Instagram: click hereJessie Funk Instagram: click hereBrian Williams Instagram: click hereBrian’s Charity on Instagram: Click HereBrian’s Youtube: Click HereJOIN THE CHARITYU COMMUNITY: www.joincharityu.com

Having struggles with staying focused? Getting back on track. . . or even figuring out ways to raise your first $500. . . well this is the episode you need to listen too. You will get a quick deep dive into our first Hot Seat Coaching session. Each person is given 10 minutes in the hot seat to ask a question, get feedback, ideas and inspiration. 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL:
How to get motivatedQuick ideas to raise moneyHow to brand your idea with apparelGet some stellar designs. . . for free!Click here to join the CharityU Community

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