Shine Podcast with Shanna Star

Hello, I'm Shanna Star. Yes my actual middle name. I've moved my business 5 states, started life over again this time at the beach as life always takes unexpected turns. I have a heart to teach women the ins and outs of not only small business and growth but also personal self reflection while remaining a badass with a strong but vulnerable heart. This is a small business and self-improvement podcast and those who want to hear other amazing women I've met along the way! Subscribe and join the #shinepodcast

Shine Podcast with Shanna Star is a education podcast hosted by Shanna, with 137 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Shanna hosts Shine Podcast with Shanna Star, a education show with 137 episodes published.

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  What If The Best Marketing Is A Conversation? with Jessica Rhodes

  Aug 17, 202644 min

  Send us Fan Mail I had the opportunity to chat with Jessica Rhodes, founder of Interview Connections, to talk about why podcast guesting is the rare kind of marketing that builds real connection instead of leaving us burned out. We share practical steps for getting booked, what makes a pitch feel professional, and why relationships still matter more than automation as AI changes the landscape. • podcast guesting as connection-first marketing for remote entrepreneurs • feeling “full” after interviews as a sign of alignment • building instant credibility and social proof through guest appearances • confidence gains from real-time feedback with a host • choosing interview topics based on client problems and transformations • pitching like a human instead of an AI template blast • including a one sheet with headshot, bio, links, topics, and questions • finding active podcasts using Listen Notes, Rephonic, Podmatch, and groups • quick research hack by searching where peers have guested • Jessica’s origin story as a new mom and virtual assistant • scaling from hourly work to packages, pricing, and an agency model • returning to CEO role and reshaping the company vision • competing with low-cost AI tools while protecting quality • handling change, grief, and identity shifts as a founder • why rest and nervous system care improves business results Connect and follow Jessica https://interviewconnections.com/ https://interviewconnections.com/podcast/ Are you ready to streamline your business and elevate your client experience? Right now you can get 30% off with my discount code: https://share.honeybook.com/shannastar You can try Pic Time for free with my code and get an extra free month when you upgrade to a paid plan: head to the notes and click the link to start your beautiful galleries today https://davistaphotography.pic-time.com/referral Support the show Keep Shining- Shanna Star

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  Purpose Through Faith And Awareness with Malaysia Harrell

  Jul 20, 202657 min

  Send us Fan Mail Malaysia talks about what spiritual alignment actually looks like when you are successful on paper but struggling inside. We connect trauma, grief, purpose, and peace, and we get honest about what it costs to keep performing instead of healing. • spirituality as alignment and awareness rather than religion • repeated patterns in work and relationships as a signal to look inward • reframing a survival job as an investor in your purpose • unacknowledged trauma and grief living in the body • miscarriage loss and creating rituals and support that women rarely receive • Malaysia’s near-death sepsis story and why self-advocacy matters in healthcare • preparing for what you pray for by building systems and practicing stewardship • recognizing alignment as peace even during change, grief, and chaos • combating loneliness through community, creativity, nature, and prayer Follow Malaysia https://www.instagram.com/malaysiahharrell download your copy of "The Becoming Manifestation Guide" Are you ready to streamline your business and elevate your client experience? Right now you can get 30% off with my discount code: https://share.honeybook.com/shannastar You can try Pic Time for free with my code and get an extra free month when you upgrade to a paid plan: head to the notes and click the link to start your beautiful galleries today https://davistaphotography.pic-time.com/referral Support the show Keep Shining- Shanna Star

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  The Art of Receiving with Kay Rashad

  Jul 6, 202652 min

  Send us Fan Mail Kay talks about why receiving feels so vulnerable for so many women, from compliments and gifts to support, money, and bigger opportunities. We name the habits that keep us shrinking and share practical ways to build self-worth, confidence, and emotional capacity so we can let good things land. • why giving is easy and receiving can trigger guilt and self-doubt • how rejecting a compliment rejects the giver’s joy too • fear of success and “waiting for the shoe to drop” mindset • affirmations, journaling, and speaking worth out loud • a simple breath-and-pause practice to actually receive praise • using encouragement in DMs and being mindful of online negativity • over-apologizing, trauma patterns, and taking up space • replaying conversations, anxiety spirals, and learning to move on • confidence as the result of receiving and showing up fully • dimming our glow to avoid growth, loss, or visibility • health, chronic illness, gratitude, and asking for help Connect and follow Kay https://www.instagram.com/discovering_kay Are you ready to streamline your business and elevate your client experience? Right now you can get 30% off with my discount code: https://share.honeybook.com/shannastar You can try Pic Time for free with my code and get an extra free month when you upgrade to a paid plan: head to the notes and click the link to start your beautiful galleries today https://davistaphotography.pic-time.com/referral Support the show Keep Shining- Shanna Star

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  Your Brand Photos Should Say Something Before You Do with Heike Delmore

  Jun 22, 202659 min

  Send us Fan Mail We talk with personal branding photographer and educator Heike Delmore about creating brand photos that actually support your business goals instead of just looking pretty. We break down how to plan imagery that feels authentic, builds trust fast, and helps you show up as who you are becoming. • the difference between influencer style photos and strategic personal branding photography • why showing your face builds connection and makes your business more memorable • what goes wrong after a shoot: overposting, underposting, and imposter syndrome • how to choose a branding photographer who understands marketing and messaging • questions to ask yourself about perception, identity shifts, and brand direction • how to plan outfits across professional, business casual, and casual looks • using “purpose” images so every photo supports a specific offer or goal • updating brand photos yearly and bridging the gap to your next level identity Follow and work with Heike: https://www.heikedelmore.com/ Are you ready to streamline your business and elevate your client experience? Right now you can get 30% off with my discount code: https://share.honeybook.com/shannastar You can try Pic Time for free with my code and get an extra free month when you upgrade to a paid plan: head to the notes and click the link to start your beautiful galleries today https://davistaphotography.pic-time.com/referral Support the show Keep Shining- Shanna Star

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  You Can Build A Six-Figure Launch Without Ads with Andrea Engstrom

  Jun 8, 202651 min

  Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Andrea Engstrom to unpack how she bets on herself, walks away from a comfortable job, and builds a six-figure coaching launch through clarity, confidence, and referrals. We get practical about organic Facebook growth, workshop strategy, and why the inner work matters just as much as the business plan. • betting on yourself and taking the leap with a date on the calendar • choosing an offer based on your current circle of influence and what people already ask you for • building organic leads through Facebook friends, consistent posting, and priming your profile • hosting a free workshop and using a free next step to drive sales conversations • urgency and frequency of activity through repeat workshops and direct outreach • mapping a signature coaching program with the rule of threes and selling from the outline • building confidence through action and doing the messy reps • five ways to double income through leads, conversion, pricing, repeat sales, and profit margin • using referrals and strategic partnerships to get higher quality leads that close faster • making referrals easy with scripts, clear steps, and a simple intro process I have a workshop that you can register for on my website, https://andreaengstrom.com/ . My workshop is 100k in 90 days for keys to launch your own coaching program. Are you ready to streamline your business and elevate your client experience? Right now you can get 30% off with my discount code: https://share.honeybook.com/shannastar You can try Pic Time for free with my code and get an extra free month when you upgrade to a paid plan: head to the notes and click the link to start your beautiful galleries today https://davistaphotography.pic-time.com/referral Support the show Keep Shining- Shanna Star

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