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Love and gratitude. That is what I’m feeling as I share this week’s episode with you. I am so thankful to Lil Tankie for sharing so much of his knowledge, creativity, and energy with us. Trust me…this week’s episode is amazing. Tune in and enjoy. You can listen to Lil Tankie’s music on all streaming platforms or by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/liltankie P.S. Want to connect with your creativity and the feeling you get when you boldly share your story? Then consider joining our brave, messy, awkward, and loving community here: www.tomearl.me/dcminvite

We are back for episode 3 of 6 featuring Lil Tankie! Y’all. This is the first time I’ve ever had a guest feature for 6 back-to-back episodes. That is how powerful and important these conversations are. Let’s do this. Enjoy! You can listen to Lil Tankie’s music on all streaming platforms or by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/liltankie P.S. Want to connect with your creativity and the feeling you get when you boldly share your story? Then consider joining our brave, messy, awkward, and loving community here: www.tomearl.me/dcminvite

“Being heroic is not repeating the social justice slogans that have already gone viral.” -Lil Tankie I’ve really been reflecting on this quote from last week’s episode. And this week brings us episode 2 of 6 featuring Lil Tankie! Enjoy! You can listen to Lil Tankie’s music on all streaming platforms or by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/liltankie P.S. Want to connect with your creativity and the feeling you get when you boldly share your story? Then consider joining our brave, messy, awkward, and loving community here: www.tomearl.me/dcminvite

It is my absolute honor to introduce to you the legendary Lil Tankie. You may know him from past episodes as MoMan or Amoja Sumler. Towards the end of 2022, Amoja Sumler launched his music into the world under the name Lil Tankie. Lil Tankie and I sat down together for not just one session…but two. And from those two sessions, we have created 6 episodes for you! So I hope you enjoy this 1st of 6 episodes featuring Lil Tankie. Enjoy! You can listen to Lil Tankie’s music on all streaming platforms or by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/liltankie P.S. Want to connect with your creativity and the feeling you get when you boldly share your story? Then consider joining our brave, messy, awkward, and loving community here: www.tomearl.me/dcminvite

“It’s not what you’re doing it’s how you’re doing it.” -Janna & Tom We both shared this idea in our own way throughout this episode. And it is the perfect way to conclude this wonderful series of conversations. How you do something matters. How you treat yourself and others along the way matters even more than what you might create. Let’s talk about it. Here is the final episode (4 of 4) from the ‘Janna is brilliant and bold and here all month!’ February 2023 series. Here is how you can connect with Janna: https://www.instagram.com/jannamjoyner/ P.S. Want to fall in love with your creativity and the feeling you get when you just vulnerably express yourself and share your story? Then consider joining our brave, messy, awkward, and loving community here: www.tomearl.me/dcminvite

“The things you want in life will change.” -Janna Joyner (and I working through all the ups and downs and growth we experienced in 2022.) I don’t know about y’all… …but I have so many feelings. So much to process and reflect upon. If you’re in a similar space then this episode is for you. Yeah, Tom? Yes, my friend. Here is episode 3 (of 4) from the ‘Janna is brilliant and bold and here all month!’ February 2023 series. Here is how you can connect with Janna: https://www.instagram.com/jannamjoyner/ P.S. Want to fall in love with your creativity and the feeling you get when you just vulnerably express yourself and share your story? Then consider joining our brave, messy, awkward, and loving community here: www.tomearl.me/dcminvite

“Friction creates spiritual growth.” -Janna Joyner (once again just channeling exactly what I needed to be reminded of). Janna, I am so grateful. Because… It sure helps to have a friend to talk to about all of the emmooootiiionnns and angst that arises during the process. Ok. Yes. Get ready. Here is episode 2 (of 4) from the ‘Janna is brilliant and bold and here all month!’ February 2023 series. Here is how you can connect with Janna: https://www.instagram.com/jannamjoyner/ P.S. Want to fall in love with your creativity and the feeling you get when you just vulnerably express yourself and share your story? Then consider joining our brave, messy, awkward, and loving community here: www.tomearl.me/dcminvite

“Where we are today is exactly where we’re supposed to be… …and we could not be there if it weren’t for those moments …that at the time felt devastating.” -JANNA JOYNER (Y’ALL!!!!!!!!) YES! Janna HAS returned!!!!! For 4 back to back episodes. I’m so excited. Here is episode 1 (of 4) from the ‘Janna is brilliant and bold and here all month!’ February 2023 series. In the words of my daughter, “Let’s do this!” Here is how you can connect with Janna: https://www.instagram.com/jannamjoyner/ P.S. Want to fall in love with your creativity and the feeling you get when you just vulnerably express yourself and share your story? Then consider joining our brave, messy, awkward, and loving community here: www.tomearl.me/dcminvite

Nas Echeverria is a genius. I can’t believe I get to hang out with her two weeks in a row. Trust me. Nas drops serious gems here. Those who know…know this is one to listen to. Part 2. Here we go. Learn more about Nas’ Easy Yes Method here: https://easyyesleads.com/system/ P.S. If you’re looking to join a community of bold storytellers then check out our Direct Connect Experience here: https://tomearl.me/dcminvite

Usually, Nas and I only have off-the-record conversations. But on this one, we decided to invite you to take a seat with us. In a land of sand castle entrepreneurs… …Nas is one of the few real ones. Those who know…know this is one to listen to. Part 1. Here we go. Learn more about Nas’ Easy Yes Method here: https://easyyesleads.com/system/ P.S. If you’re looking to join a community of bold storytellers then check out our Direct Connect Experience here: https://tomearl.me/dcminvite

The audacity of quoting Dr. King as a supportive argument for white supremacist pedagogy… …how 2022 tried to bury me in burnout …and Lizzo’s Live Concert (on HBO Max). What’s the connection between these three? They are what we talk about on this week’s episode. Hit play to find out more. Articles referenced in this episode: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2021/10/martin-luther-king-critical-race-theory/620367 https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/09/dining/noma-closing-rene-redzepi.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFYmLjgrj1g P.S. Want to learn more about our Direct Connect Storytelling Experience? Check it out here: www.tomearl.me/dcminvite

Lupita N’yongo’s Black Panther workout routine. …and Angela Alvarez winning her first grammy at the age of 95 …and my experiments with finding the present moment. What do these 3 things have in common? P.S. If you’re ready to boldly share your story then I invite you to join the intentional community that I have just launched. It is the first time ever that I’m sharing my marketing playbook & the propriety storytelling method that I’ve created. And if you’re short on cash flow but filled to the brim with ambition then I have good news: We have scholarships available to anyone who needs it. Check out the details here: https://tomearl.me/dcminvite

Happy New Year!!! Your Auntie’s well-guarded receipt to your favorite dish… …your response to terrible customer support …and the 2022 Los Angeles Mayoral race. What do these 3 things have in common? Listen to this week's episode to find out. P.S. If you’re ready to boldly share your story then I invite you to join the intentional community that I have just launched. It is the first time ever that I’m sharing my marketing playbook & the propriety storytelling method that I’ve created. And if you’re short on cash flow but filled to the brim with ambition then I have good news: We have scholarships available to anyone who needs it. Check out the details here: https://tomearl.me/dcminvite

What do Spotify’s end-of-the-year playlist, self-awareness, and infinite worthiness have in common? You’re going to have to listen to this week’s episode to find out. And to those who celebrate Christmas…Merry Christmas! To those who don’t….Merry random Sunday! P.S. You are brilliant and loved. P.S.S. If you’re ready to boldly share your story then I invite you to join the intentional community that I have just launched. It is the first time ever that I’m sharing my marketing playbook & the propriety storytelling method that I’ve created. And if you’re short on cash flow but filled to the brim with ambition then I have good news: We have scholarships available to anyone who needs it. So if you’re ready to learn how to run your business like a storyteller fueled by empathy & courage then check out the details here: https://tomearl.me/dcminvite

And she is this week’s guest. Janna is a return guest who you may remember is the founder of the Forever Funemployed movement. She is a Bold & Audacious Entrepreneur. And someone I am always grateful to sit down to record an episode with! We ended up having such a great talk that we split it into 2! Here is part one for you! You can learn more about Janna here: https://instagram.com/jannamjoyner P.S. Want to learn more about our Storytelling & Marketing Immersion Program? Here are all of the details: tomearl.me/dcminvite

This week’s episode has me so excited. Why? Because Emi is our guest! *Cue the confetti and dance party.* This is an epic conversation on business, marketing, how much we both love our kids, fun stories, shenanigans, and so many other things I can’t even remember. 😂 Do yourself a favor and hit play on this one. Let’s do this. 😀 You can learn more about Emi here https://www.lepetitremedy.com/ I hope you enjoy this week’s episode! P.S. If you’re ready to unlock the doors to the marketing genius inside of you… …then you’re a perfect candidate for our Immersion Program. We believe in giving you the tools & skills you need to discover your own solutions. So if you’re ready to unleash the storyteller within you then come join us. Here are the details: https://tomearl.me/dcminvite

It’s almost that time of year again. Yup, you guessed it. When folks are going to get their cars stuck in the snow. 😂 Now the worst thing you can do when you get stuck is to just floor it… …and hope that someone how spinning your wheels will free you. But what happens is you just make yourself more stuck. Hence the phrase, “spinning my wheels.” The same applies when we get stuck in business or in our emotions. When we just push harder or try to go faster… …we just jam ourselves up more. So this week I want to share with you 3 stories of times this year when something I was doing just wasn’t working. And exactly what I did to get unstuck. Sound fun? It is. Hit play and let’s do this. P.S. If you’re looking for the ultimate guide to getting unstuck in your business… …then come If you’re really feeling adventurous and are ready to get unstuck… …then I invite you to join our Direct Connect Immersion Program that I have just launched. It is the first time ever that I’m sharing my marketing playbook & the propriety storytelling & relationship-building ads system that I’ve created. And if you’re short on cash flow but filled to the brim with ambition then I have good news: We have “pay-what-you-can” scholarships available to anyone who needs it. So if you’re up for learning how to run ads like a storyteller fueled by empathy & courage then check out the details here: https://tomearl.me/dcminvite

“Accomplishing goals is not success. How much you expand in the process is.” This quote from Brianna Wiest perfectly explains this week’s episode. This is the first interview I’ve done with a guest in almost a year. So I’m super excited to share it with you. Crystal was generous enough to be the first guest to experiment with the new episode format. We both shared very personal stories from our lives & businesses. Honestly, this is one of my favorite episodes. Crystal is a genius SEO Content Marketer and the founder of Collage & Wood. She is the co-host of the podcast Simple and Smart SEO Show. You can learn more about her here -> https://www.crystalwaddell.com/ I hope you enjoy this week’s episode! P.S. If you’re ready to unlock the doors to the marketing genius inside of you… …then you’re a perfect candidate for our Immersion Program. We don’t believe in spoon-feeding people answers. We believe in giving you the tools & skills you need to discover your own solutions. So if you’re ready to unleash the storyteller within you then come join us. Here are the details: https://tomearl.me/dcminvite

It has been a fascinating time to run any kind of marketing campaign. Especially paid ads. Especially FB + IG ads. 😂 This week I want to share with you 3 stories. And through those stories, you’ll find exactly what you’ve been looking for. That is how storytelling works. My goal is to move away from giving people advice. Or telling them what I think is best for them. And instead, create experiences where they can find the answers for themselves. Because the answers you seek are already within you. Our job is to go within and have the courage and presence to discover them. You got this. I believe in you. If you’re ready for your next adventure. Then hit play on this week’s episode. P.S. If you’re ready to unlock your own doors to the marketing genius inside of you… …then you’re a perfect candidate for our Immersion Program. We don’t believe in spoon-feeding people, prescribed answers. We believe in giving you the tools & skills you need to discover your own solutions. So if you’re ready to unleash the storyteller within you then come join us. Here are the details: https://tomearl.me/dcminvite

Imagine you’re a digital artist and the work of art that wins first place in your category is created through the use of A.I. Would that change how you feel? Would it feel like cheating? What if you’re a business coach and lose a customer, not to another coach… …but to an A.I. algorithm that can receive questions and give customized advice better than you. Would that change how you feel? Right now someone somewhere is working on a piece of tech or an invention that will make your business absolute. Is that alarming? Fear inducing? Or is that just business? This is not theoretical or just a fun intellectual exercise. This is reality. We like to think that it will always be someone else’s business… Or someone else’s industry… Or someone else’s skill that will be made absolute by an invention or new technology. When in reality we are all susceptible to the laws of change. So how do we address this? First - talk to your therapist about the emotions that come up - they are an opening to healing. Second - let’s talk about how to use the momentum of change to launch you into even greater heights than your current comfort zone. All that plus some fun stories and the occasional ramble by yours truly. That is if you dare to take the wild leap into the adventure that is this week’s episode. And yes this is a brand new never before-released episode. I hope you enjoy it at least 3% as much as I did recording it. 😂 Then again…to be honest I don’t think anyone listens to my podcast other than my bestest of friends. And they listen in just so they can lovingly mock my podcast voice anytime we hang out. 😂 Well, there you have it. This week’s write-up. Give it a listen. I double dare you. P.S. This was not written using A.I. Maybe you can tell. 😂 P.S.S. If you’re really feeling adventurous then I invite you to join the experiment & intentional community that I have just launched. It is the first time ever that I’m sharing my marketing playbook & the propriety storytelling & relationship-building ads system that I’ve created. And if you’re short on cash flow but filled to the brim with ambition then I have good news: We have “pay-what-you-can” scholarships available to anyone who needs it. So if you’re up for learning how to run ads like a storyteller fueled by empathy & courage then check out the details here: https://tomearl.me/dcminvite Peace and Blessings, Tom Earl