On today’s episode I talk about 3 ways we can ap back into the things that give us life- that get us excited and make us feel alive. We’ve got to experience life and fit in things that bring us joy and ignite our passion for what we do, what we experience and how we...
On today’s episode Kristin talks to Karen Laos, a Communication Expert and Confidence Cultivator, about Finally Getting What You Want by learning to Speak Up with Confidence. This episode is full of easy strategies and tips to help you to be a clear communicator and learn to speak directly and with authority. Connect with Karen...
On today’s episode, Kristin talks about several cooking shows and the female chefs showcased and what they say that inspired her to share 4 things that can help us live our best lives, leave a meaningful legacy and step into our purpose. Kristin talks about Erin French in Freedom, Maine (The Lost Kitchen) and the...
How can we be exceptional? How can we be remembered by those around us and get repeat business? Learn how to be exceptional in your life and business. It starts with you and how your show up for others. Are you ready to make more magic in the World? Then take a listen. This is...
Do you know what it takes to change your life? To have your best year yet? It takes being bold with your actions and asks. It takes getting clear on our biggest goal or dream for this season and being willing to take 1-2 small steps each week to get closer to it. It takes...
Happy New Year! Welcome to Season 3 of the show. We are so excited for this season and the guests and conversation we’ll be bringing to you. Today, Kristin shares about taking action to make our goal or dream a reality. It’s time to make your dream a reality but making it a priority and...
On today’s episode I have a beautiful conversation with, Shannon Leibold, the founder of Scripture and Story, about feeling restless and walking through a season of waiting and how we she transitioned from a 9 to 5 job into starting her own business, a ministry focused on creating bible study resources for women. Shannon shares...
On today’s episode I have a conversation with Brittany Simmons, a Leadership coach, speaker and trainer, about the importance of developing ourselves and how we communicate with the people around us. Brittany shares that Leadership is not rank or position but instead it is the intentional application of influence in our lives (at home, at...
On today’s episode Kristin talks with Phoebe Barron, licensed counselor, speaker, writer and mom, about the importance of taking care of ourselves so we can tackle our day and our overwhelm. We discuss the three R’s of Self-Care. Restore what’s been depleted, Retreat from what is too much on a regular basis, and to Reinvest...
On today’s episode Kristin shares why you might be getting stuck or spinning your wheels as you test out your business idea or course or program and how you can get moving in the right direction and with less stress. Often it’s spreading ourselves too thin, trying to do too much and in too many...
On today’s daily encouragement episode Kristin talks about getting clear on what we truly want- what are our deepest desires and dreams? Often we don’t take the time to really think about what we want or how society, or our family or obligations push us into setting different goals or dreams for ourselves that don’t...
On today’s podcast, I have a conversation with Kate Petry, a former pastor, life & leadership coach, and podcast host of Strong & Free Leaders, about going through a challenging time at work and stepping into something new. We discuss knowing who you truly are, and what you stand for (values, belief, knowing your worth),...
Often times we feel unsatisfied in an area of our life even when we accomplish our goals, or get the promotion, or find the guy. What we often forget is if we focus on success we will still feel a sense that something is missing because it is understanding and living in our purpose that...
On today’s episode I talk to Tammy Munson, a podcast coach, podcast editor, CEO or Wildfire Creative Company and podcast host, about why you should have a podcast, and how to create an engaging, lively and successful show. We talk about why you have to niche down, and be consistent and add value and then...
Do you know what separates us (Humans) from Computers, AI and animals? One of the things is our ability to be creative. We all have the ability to be creative and when we regularly tap into our creative genius we are more innovative, better problem solvers and more fulfilled. We are born with curiosity and...
On todays episode Kristin shares tips on how to enjoy our lives – how to infuse in fun, spontaneity and new experiences into our life. Otherwise we find we fill out schedules with work, obligations and don’t make time to enjoy the good life. Ready to Be Encouraged and Shift Your Mindset? Join my 7...
On today’s show, Kristin has a conversation with Stefanie Gass, a Christian Business Coach, Podcast Coach and Podcast Host of The Stefanie Gass Show (a Top .5% Podcast) about how we can build a business in 2 hours a week without using Social Media (spoiler alert: it’s through podcasting to build your business). And today...
I am so excited to talk about what my podcast has done for me so far (1.5 years in) and that next week I will release my 200th episode for this podcast and to celebrate I will be sharing an amazing interview with Stef Gass (of The Stef Gass Show) to talk about how to...
Are you feeling stuck, or stagnant in your business or like you are spinning your wheels and your project or work isn’t going anywhere fast? Sometimes our routine, or processes can drain us of our creativity and our inspiration. Kristin shares 3 ideas on how to get back your creative juices and jump start your...
On today’s episode Kristin interviews Camie Wilke, a faith-based business coach and entrepreneur, about discovering our God given gifts and how we can turn those gifts into a flexible, online coaching business and either stay at home with our kids or have flexibility to work from anywhere. Camie has a heart for teaching mamas to...
On today’s podcast episode Kristin shares why we shouldn’t let the no’s of business or closed doors keep us down and how we can use those no’s and turn them into our Next sale or opportunity. If we use each no as an opportunity to get feedback and learn, and we focus on being of...
On today’s podcast episode Kristin interview Stephanie Diehl, a Children’s Book Author, Entrepreneur, Podcaster, Blogger and Mom, about living a life you love and what it takes to do so. Stephanie shares how we can live bravely by taking actions that align with our values, priorities and purpose. Stephanie continues to try new entrepreneurial endeavors...
As Maya Angelou says, “If you’re always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be.” Today we talk abou Standing Out in your work. Why you need to show up fully yourself, with all your quirks, and likes, and obstacles and silliness. To show up in your humanness and sincerity....
On today’s episode Kristin shares reasons why we should regular invest in ourselves and our businesses and how working with a professional mentor or coach can help us move past barriers, and grow our momentum quicker than going it alone. Kristin shares her own experience doing programs, group coaching and why she feels 1 on...
On today’s episode Kristin shares 4 things that may be holding you back from experience more abundance in your life. Tackling our mindset is 80% of the challenge to stepping into our next big thing or experiencing the life we truly want. Kristin shares how clarity, asking for help, our beliefs, focusing on what’s in...
On today’s episode of Make Beautiful Things, Kristin shares ideas from Bob Goff, Hal Elrod and Victoria Erickson on being courageous, passionate and focused on your big dreams and getting to work or keep going. It’s when we believe in ourselves and put forth consistent, focused, extraordinary effort that we reach of big goals and...
On today’s episode Kristin wraps up the 4 part series Podcasting Made Simple and shares 4 Ideas to Build More Excitement around your business, or use some newer podcast options to grow your opportunities or revenue. Whether you are new to podcasting, or will soon be launching a podcast this episode will provide a few...
On today’s podcast episode Kristin announces a new podcast name and slightly different focus of the show. She shares why she changed the name and her experience with continuing to pivot and tweak the podcast during the last year and a half. While it can feel uncomfortable, or awkward to change parts of our work...
On today’s episode Kristin talks about the importance of Divergent Thinking when coming up with solutions or new business ideas and shares several ways we can be better creative problem solvers. Learn how asking questions, being a ‘World Class Noticer’, being Open-minded, and collaborating will help you generate more and different ideas and solutions through...
On today’s episode Kristin shares how Podcasting can elevate your brand and business to increase exposure, opportunities and leads. Today is part 3 of the podcasting series. If you are new to podcasting, are considering starting a podcast or weighing your options this is a great episode to listen to. Welcome to the Part3 of...
On today’s episode Kristin talks about how we can deconstruct our business or create our business around what works best for us. It’s time to stop trying to build a business that is exhausting and doesn’t feel aligned with us- let’s remove the parts that aren’t working, aren’t giving us actual results and are draining...
On today’s podcast I share my top 5 tools/products I recommend for podcasters and I also sharee 4 tips for launching your post or increasing your downloads and ranking for your podcast. Grab you pen and paper for this episode so you can take notes. Some of the companies I mention in today’s episode are:...
On the podcast today Kristin interviews Lisa Shawver, an author, speaker, entrepreneur, coach and former Olypian about stepping into new opportunities, chasing our dreams and how to become unforgettable. If you ar looking for inspiration as you launch into your next big dream, goal or project this is the perfect episode for you. Lisa shares...
Are you thinking about starting a podcast or in the process of doing so? Or maybe you’ve started your podcast and you are still working to figure it out- well if any of these describe you then you are in the right place. On today’s episode I share 3 questions you should ask yourself to...
Has your business come to a stand still this Summer? Or you just feel worn out, uninspired or unproductive? I get it- sometimes when we try to fit in too much work instead of scheduling in our life priorities, the fun and time with people we love we can get burned out or stuck in...
On today’s episode I recap highlights from my 6 part series Secrets to Optimize Your Website to Grow Your Traffic and Leads and share a few additional tips to grow your impact and income by using your website and making it your number one business tool. And even if you don’t consider yourself tech-saavy these...
On today’s episode Kristin shares three ideas for getting clear on our businesses or efforts by finding time to be creative, finding time to quiet our minds and take small actions we felt drawn to do. She shares ideas from Dallas Willard, Emily P. Freeman and Jordan Lee Dooley that are inspiring and can help...
Are you ready to find out How to Make Your Website Convert? Learn why your website might not be converting now and how to improve your website to make it work for you. I share 6 main tips on what you need to do and provide a few extras that might be keeping your website...
On today’s show I speak with Pastor Stephanie Lape about how to have Hope when going through hard times or challenges and which daily practices can help us be happy, feel well and be connected to each other, ourselves and God. She also shares some great biblical perspectives on Faith, Hope and Love that were...
On today’s podcast learn why you need to start blogging to grow your traffic and leads to your website. Blogging is one form on long form content but what you might not know is blogging is an evergreen contentin marketing stratgey that can bring you traffic and leads for years to come with every blog...
Today on the podcast we are talking about being more productive in our businesses and how we can avoid chasing shiny objects and every new idea that comes our way. As entrepreneurs sometimes the new, shiny ideas can pull us away from the tedious daily work we need to do to hit our goals and...
On today’s podcast I talk about how to get organic website traffic from other websites and social media platforms. Links from other websites is often easier to get going then to rank high for a certain keyword phrase in google if you don’t have long form content for that topic so this is an important...
I am so passionate about today’s episode because I have been going through a season that feels a bit murky as I make shifts in my podcast and business so getting unstuck and finding more inspiration and being more curious is helping me find my way. Today we talk about how you find your secret...
Want to learn the tactics to improve your search enginge page rank? Today I discuss 4 things you can do to optimize your website for better search results- these are things anyone with a website can do. This is part 2 of thee 6 part series- Secrets to Optimizing Your Website to Grow Your Organic...
Are you building a community or thinking about it? On Today’s episode I talk about 5 keys to building an authentic, engaged and rich community, tribe or village around your work or interest. This topic is near and dear to my heart because I love talking about community and relationships and human connection and the...
On today’s podcast I talk about shifting our mindset from Tech is Hard and I am not good at Tech to You are capable of learning the tech you need to have. I break down 7 keys to not only feeling able to tackle the tech for your business but also the truth behind how...
On today’s episode I talk about why you might be walking through a season of burn out, frustration, lack of clarity or frustration in your business. I share 6 reasons why this might be happening in your current season and what you can do about it to feel excited, passionate and focused in your business...
On today’s episode Kristin shares several questions you should ask before hiring a VA or specialist to help you in your business. And what to consier before getting help in your business. This is a great episode for anyone considering hiring a virtual assistant, SEO or advertising company, pr person or specialist to help you...
Most of us want more leads but often we think we are already doing what we are supposed to do to get leads and wonder why we aren’t getting many people to sign up. It’s easier than you think to grow your leads and the best place to do so is your website- you have...
On today’s episode Kristin talks about several things you may not be doing that can help you get more exposure, in-front of a new audience and grow your writing, speaking, coaching or podcasting business. This episode has several easy and follow and free things to do to stand out in your industry and niche. Ready...