Text me!In this episode of Empire Secrets, I got to nerd out with Wendy Breakstone about custom GPTs. Don’t know what those are? Don’t worry—neither did I until recently, and now I’m hooked. Think of them as your personal AI assistant but cooler because it’s programmed by you. (Also, it won’t send you weird texts at 2 a.m.) Here’s what we dished about:WTF Is a CustomGPT?: Wendy explains it in plain English. Basically, it’s like hiring a super-smart assistant who does the repetitive stuff for ...

Text me!In this episode of Empire Diaries, I’m pulling back the curtain on my focus on a client-first business model and sharing the realizations that have reshaped my approach to growing Brandmagnetic. Overserving and overdelivering for my Brand Video Signature clients and Brand Video Accelerator students at the highest level, making sure they have exactly what they need to get the best results has been a massive priority for me in Q4. This has become more important to me – having deeper, mo...

Text me!In this episode of Empire Secrets, I’m chatting with copywriter Kim Kiel about new ways to look at Black Friday. While everyone else is shouting “SALE!” from the rooftops, Kim has refreshing ideas for how to connect with your audience without getting sucked into the Black Friday chaos.Here’s what we talk about:Black Friday Alternatives That Actually Matter: How to make an impact without doing the Black Friday dance—from celebrating Giving Tuesday to using your platform to show what yo...

Text me!In this episode of Empire Diaries, I’m sharing some behind-the-scenes on new tools, big shifts in my strategy, and a few lessons I’m learning as I go. Here’s what I cover:Are Launches Dead? I don’t think so, but the way we’ve been doing them definitely is. I talk about why I think launches need a serious update and how getting to know your audience on a deeper level is a game-changer.CustomGPT Magic: I created two custom tools for my students that go way beyond “ideal client” profiles...

Text me!In this episode of Empire Secrets, I sit down with content strategist and podcasting expert Krystal Proffitt to talk about how to streamline content creation and leverage it for business growth. Krystal dives into her signature "Spider Web Strategy," a powerful approach for repurposing content across multiple platforms to maximize reach and impact. We also explore her PREP method—Plan, Record, Edit, Publish, and Market—that helps creators stay consistent and avoid burnout. Whethe...

Text me!Imagine this: It’s noon, and you’re done with work for the day. Like, really done. Leads are flowing in, sales are happening, and you’ve got your afternoons to yourself. What if you could actually pull that off?Jerry lays out how it all works, how video podcasting might just be the key to growing faster and working less. “Modcasting” is about breaking a podcast into distinct modules, each serving a specific purpose:1 - Growing an audience: Attracting new listeners with targeted c...

Text me!In this episode of Empire Secrets (Empire Diaries), I share how I’m seeing my business in a completely new way. There’s been this shift! I’ve moved from the big, lofty financial goals – pressure and stress and anxiety – to something deeper, a lot more meaningful. And I’m embracing what will be my new word for 2025 (or two, really) “unshakable joy.” I share so much more in the episode!I’m also right in the middle of planning Amy Porterfield’s Brand Video—it’s a big project, tight deadl...

Text me!We often misunderstand the role of Virtual Assistants (VAs). Today I chat with self-proclaimed “jill-of-all-trades when it comes to digital marketing and techie skills” Emily Reagan about everything from defining the difference between a general assistant and a specialized marketing VA, all the way to the importance of real-time feedback loops during launches. We also cover:- Clarifying roles and responsibilities- Specialization over generalization- Onboarding and SOPs- Hiring fo...

Text me!So, imagine this...You’ve been in the digital space for years. You’ve built the funnels. You’ve crafted the email sequences. But something’s missing. It’s not just about making more sales. It’s about... connecting with your people.In today’s episode of Empire Secrets, I sit down with my gal pal Laura Kendrick, a UX launch copywriter who agrees with me – we need to bring the humanity back into digital marketing. We laugh, we riff on what it’s like to navigate in-person digital marketin...

Text me!This week, two stories about transformation. Nadia Murdock and Casey Davidson—both coaches who wanted to stand out and build an emotional bond with their audiences. They start on separate paths, each trying to connect with their audiences, to say something meaningful, to make an impact. But something's missing. So they take the plunge to create a Brand Video.In this episode, I go deep with Nadia and Casey, both Brand Video clients, to talk about how creating a Brand Video wasn’t just ...

Text me!You’re gearing up for a launch, and the pressure is builing… But what if no one’s ready to buy? In this episode of Empire Secrets, Mariana talks with anticipation marketing expert Brenna McGowan, who believes the real magic happens way before the launch. Brenna shares how building buzz early not only reduces stress but also attracts the right clients—people who are excited and ready to say yes.Mariana also reflects on her own experience as a student in Brenna’s program, sharing how it...

Text me!Ever wanted to know exactly what a Brand Video was and HOW to keep people engaged? Why does your audience care about your story? DO they care?What is the role of visuals in a Brand Video and how can you use them MOST effectively to drive emotions?I answer all of these questions in today’s episode!! I explain that a brand video is a 2-4 minute video that tells the story of who you are and emotionally connects with your audience. The purpose of a brand video is to create an instant pers...

Text me!So, imagine this: you're an entrepreneur. You've worked hard, you've built something, and now people are noticing. But here's the thing—something's not quite right. Leads are coming in, but like water through a sieve, they're slipping away. Why? What is this "leaky bucket" dilemma that so many face?In this episode of Empire Secrets, we dig into this puzzle. We start from the beginning—the very first moment a potential customer finds you. How do you make that moment count? It's not abo...

Text me!You’re scrolling through a website, looking for something—anything—that grabs your attention. Then, out of nowhere, you stumble upon a story (or bits of words) that doesn’t just speak to you—it pulls you in. You can almost feel the texture of the words, the microspecificity is INSANE. It’s talking to you as if it WERE you. You’re no longer just reading; you’re experiencing.In this episode of Empire Secrets, we sit down with Zafira Rajan, a master of what we call sensory storytelling. ...

Text me!Here’s what’s up: I LOVE summer, so business looks slightly different these days (insert sun emoji). Instead of hustling like crazy, I’m taking time to slow down and really embody my word for this year — being INTENTIONAL. Incredibly intentional about what I’m spending my time on, and what will really get me BIG results for my time.Dropping this new episode of Empire Secrets (the Empire Diaries series) — and sharing what I’m obsessed with right now, what I know I need to fix in m...

Text me!When it comes to being seen – there’s the regular way of doing things… (insert yawn) and then there’s ninja. This year if you’re not standing out and being memorable, your business is going to be forgotten. And you need to be leveraging networking that actually works (through giving FIRST) to expand your audience, and grow even more powerfully and effectively. If you are the kind to shy away from meeting new people (even though you know you need to!), this episode is for you...

Text me!“Better makes BIGGER but bigger does not make better”I came across a reel from Hormozi this week that shared this message — and it slapped me like a gentle glove in the face. I’ve been reframing the next month ahead of the doors opening for my Brand Video Accelerator program - and this is what I needed to hear. What if instead of focusing ALL my efforts on visibility and list growth, I doubled down on making the program actually 10x BETTER - not just bigger? How can I make the wa...

Text me!If you’re on the brink of burnout (or always afraid it’s right around the corner) then you won’t want to miss my chat with Jordan Gil aka @systemssavedme. Jordan went from a big team, multi-7 figure business to shutting it all down – and focusing on micro-tools. But the real awesomeness is in the backstory of how she ran her previous business, and how she’s running this one. We also talk about:* Adding humanness (!) to animations* The magic behind VIP Days* How to manage it all Get ac...

Text me!What does it take to stand out in a saturated market?In this episode recording of a recent Masterclass, I’ll show you how to leverage your unique brand story to create deeper connections and create an asset that does the heavy lifting for you to drive sales on autopilot.I also cover:* How to hijack deep sales psychology to increase sales * The superpower of storytelling for conversions * How to create an emotional connection with cold audiences - FAST* The framework for usin...

Text me!Comment “47” and I’ll DM you the link to this episode! I read a Forbes article a while back all about @laurabelgray and her 3 “Vs” that I have now gone back to probably more than 10 times and shared more times than I can remember. So this week, I snagged the brilliant copywriter, storyteller and “professional procrastinator” who’s also obsessed with her business for a chat on Empire Secrets. We laughed half the time! – and the other half, Laura breaks down how focusing...

Text me!On today’s episode, I talk about what’s been happening in Brandmagneticland lately:- Pitching BIG STUFF and leaning into the work versus each specific result. If it takes 50 tries to get a big yes, we’re still doing it.- My takeaways from @hormozi’s $100M Leads so far including my favorite quote: “It's amazing what you can accomplish if you don't stop once you start.” - It’s my favorite season and I’m taking intentional summer breaks (pool! beach! watermelon! reading! @emilypauls...

Text me!Ever dreamed about creating a business that doesn't basically force you to burn out? This week, I chat with my friend & online business coach for the soulful entrepreneurs Masha Goins aka the "dream midwife" about the importance of reconnecting with your purpose and aligning it with your business FIRST, above all. The key? Focusing on what brings you JOY.She also talks about her strategy called "Launch and Chill", which prioritizes self-care and simplicity above all. Masha s...

Text me!Sharing more BTS of my business this week, let's gooooo 💃🏼* The pitch that could 10X my business (and how I did it)* Teaching quick wins vs. shifting perspectives: which is stronger?* Collecting more data: how to prove that a Brand Video is not just a "nice to have"* I have a new website!* How easy it is to write copy when you talk to your audience a LOT* It's summer -- and I need to head to the beach ASAP! ☀️ Comment "44" and I'll shoot you a link to this episode! 🎧If we h...

When Marisa @dirty.copy sends an email, I literally rush to open it.The seratonin is already flowing (I’m THAT) addicted - it’s become Pavlovian.This girl writes hands down the BEST EMAILS ON THE INTERNET STREETS (rivaling @jenolmstead from @tonicsiteshop).So like two girlies who get SUPER excited about good copy, we talk about:➡️Her secret to crafting emails that people rush to open ➡️ The art of storytelling in email marketing ➡️ How keeping it "short and snappy" can dramatically ...