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Ever heard the terms “gap year,” “continued education,” or “apprenticeship,” but don’t understand their benefit? In this episode of The Second Mile, Hannah and Jess talk with one of their Social Media Week Austin peers, Jermaine Malcolm, from Digital Creative Institute about the importance of apprenticeships, diversity, inclusion, and equity. This episode is packed with discussion on skills-based learning, what steps are needed for you to apply yourself well in your career, or ways you can empower others by offering this model of learning within your company that includes diverse perspectives and equal opportunity. Listen in to Season 2 - Episode 10 to get the rundown on the benefits hands-on learning and continued education bring to your work environment. After the intro, join these two as they jump into: 🎙:40 - Intro🎙3:25 - About Digital Creative Institute  🎙5:45 - Jermaine’s Career Journey🎙9:10 - Breaking Down The Apprenticeship 🎙18:00 - Internship vs. Apprenticeship🎙21:40 - Digging Into the Stigma of “The Gap Year” 🎙25:00 - Apprenticeship Develops A Mentorship 🎙30:30 - How Leaders Can Develop This Model🎙32:40 - Realizing Different Perspectives🎙35:15 - Diversity, Equality, & Inclusion🎙38:10 - Benefits of Different Perspectives 🎙39:41 - Jermaine’s Second Mile MissionCheck out our socials & stay tuned for updates & insights on Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

Working online requires some unique tools and processes, and here at Second Mile Marketing, we’ve uncovered those hidden gems. In this episode of The Second Mile, Hannah and Jess are compiling all their favorite business software tools in one place. From content creation software to payroll management systems, this episode is packed with products to help save you time and streamline your processes. Listen in to Season 2 - Episode 9 to get all the helpful tips on picking the best online tools for your business. After the intro, join these two as they jump into: 🎙:24 - Intro🎙1:54 - Basecamp: Project Management🎙7:32 - EverHour: Time Tracker🎙12:55 - Slack: Instant Message System For Teams 🎙19:10 - Gusto: The Best Payroll System🎙26:14 - Vidyard: The Lowkey Recording Extension🎙29:15 - Wave: Video Creation Software🎙31:25 - Canva: Creative Graphic Tool🎙36:00 - Later: Social Media Scheduling System 🎙38:28 - Sprout: Social Media Reporting 🎙40:10 - Hubspot: Growth Suite PlatformCheck out our socials & stay tuned for updates & insights on Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

In this week’s episode of The Second Mile, these two co-founders talk about how to lead an online remote business team, both efficiently and creatively. Hannah and Jess discuss the practices they have used over the past 3 years of leading a remote team, creating culture through digital platforms, and how to trust your team even if you can’t see them. Throughout the episode, they give personal advice on the strategies and tips for how to develop the skill of leading well through virtual communication. Listen in to Season 2-Episode 8 to get the full scoop on how to be an intentional, effective leader to your remote team!After the intro, join these two as they jump into: 🎙1:45 - Kicking Off The Discussion🎙5:50 - Making Your Goals CCD  🎙6:40 - Expectations And Awareness 🎙9:20 - Tools To Communicate Well🎙17:30 - Reevaluating Meetings vs. Email Strategies 🎙21:25 - Small Tips To Think About  🎙23:15 - Leaning Into Relationships 🎙27:35 - Uncomfortability and Your Trust Battery🎙31:30 - Team Check-Ins 101 🎙37:50 - Second Mile’s New Practices  🎙43:45 - Going The Second Mile As A LeaderCheck out our socials & stay tuned for updates & insights on Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

Need help during this season to figure out your next move financially? This episode of The Second Mile will unpack all the info you need related to stimulus packages, managing cash flow and more. Hannah and Jess chat with guest Benjamin Oscarlece, a CPA primarily working with small business and banking at The Bonadio Group. Throughout the episode, they dig into the strategies small businesses can use to come out of this season strong and smarter than before. Listen in to Season 2-Episode 7 to get the inside scoop of how you can continue to lead your business to financial health with a few key resources.After the intro, join these two as they jump into: 🎙:50 - Ben’s Intro🎙2:45 - Where to Start and Cutting Expenses  🎙9:57 - Tips for Service-Based Businesses 🎙12:09 - Formula for Navigating Payroll🎙18:50 - Options for Loans- Economic Injury Disaster and Paycheck Protection Program🎙24:07 - Breaking Down The Paycheck Protection Program 🎙38:20 - Recommendations on PPP🎙40:25 - Preparing for the FutureFor helpful resources, go to SBA.gov and Bonadio.com, which provide webinars and information to assist you in this new time.Check out our socials & stay tuned for updates & insights on Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

Who couldn’t use a little extra motivational boost right about now? This is, without a doubt, the most hype episode of The Second Mile to date. In this episode, Hannah sits down with guest Billy Holman, head coach for South Landing Crossfit, to unpack the strategies of mindset and motivation for all areas of life. Listen in to Season 2-Episode 6 to get the inside scoop of how you can create and integrate intentional habits to unleash a more fulfilled life.After the intro, join these two as they jump into: 🎙:58- Personal Intro🎙5:55- Staying Motivated🎙13:15- Reprogramming Your Mindset🎙16:20- Integrated Moments🎙24:30- System of Habits🎙35:24- 3 Tips For Creating Intention🎙40:35-Going The Second MileCheck out our socials & stay tuned for updates & insights on Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

This week the Second Mile podcast is covering all things entrepreneurship! In this episode, Hannah and Jess chat with guest Griffin Hill, a successful entrepreneur who kicked off her own self-starter attitude by opening Pure Barre locations in Colorado Springs. Providing insight into how she handles leading a team passionately, setting boundaries for her work, and much more, listen in on Season 2-Episode 5 to get the inside scoop. After the intro, join these creatives as they jump into: 🎙:43-Griffin’s Introduction🎙10:05-Ownership At A Young Age🎙13:10-Change From the Beginning  🎙17:00-Imposter Syndrome 🎙20:35-Living Up To The Standards 🎙23:25-Stepping Away and Giving Space🎙26:40- Setting Expectations🎙30:50- Empowering the Team🎙39:15-Serving the Company Well🎙43:00-Practices For Prioritizing🎙45:35-Going the Second MileCheck out our socials & stay tuned for updates & insights on Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

The husbands are in the house! In this episode, Hannah, Ryan, Jess, and Andrew chat about life, business, and their relationships tied to Second Mile. Go behind the scenes with these two intentional couples in Season 2-Episode 4 as the husbands tell all about what it’s like being married to business owners, how to balance work and marriage, and how to pursue excellence in marriage. After the intro, join these two couples as they jump into: 🎙:30- Introducing the Husbands🎙6:30-Their Role With Second Mile🎙11:00-Focused On The Team 🎙12:45-Husband Highlights Of Marrying Co-Founders🎙19:15-Seeing The Best 🎙26:10-Challenges Of Each 🎙37:15-Prioritizing For Consistent Growth 🎙43:40-Encouragement For Supporting An Entrepreneur 🎙47:15-Husbands Going The Second MileCheck out our socials & stay tuned for updates & insights on Second Mile Marketing →💻 https://www.secondmilemarketing.com/❤️https://www.instagram.com/secondmilemarketing/👍🏼 https://www.facebook.com/secondmilemarketing/For inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

Juggling jobs, schedules, and wearing multiple hats, guest Meredith W. Boggs gives us insight into how she balances being a medical professional and a creative individual and the perks of doing both. Sharing their experiences with start-ups and growing your career, Hannah, Meredith, and Jess chat about the beauty of doing what you love as a job and how to make your passion meaningful and beneficial. In Season 2-Episode 3, join these three businesswomen as they talk about all things solopreuner, side hustle, and start-up. After the intro, join these ladies as they jump into: 🎙:42- Getting to Know Meredith🎙3:50-The Road to Her Writing🎙5:05-Starting A Podcast 🎙12:50-Hitting the Publish Button🎙21:00-Comparing Roles & Doing It All🎙24:50-Bouncing Between Careers🎙27:30-Solopreneur, Side Hustle, and Start-Up🎙34:45-Handling and Adjusting Goals🎙42:56-Going the Second Mile🎙44:45-Finding Meredith on Socials🎙46:30-Cool Down with Hannah and JessCheck out our socials & stay tuned for updates & insights on Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

Everyone wants to be empowered financially, whether your desire is successfully beginning a start-up or just wanting to continue to build a solid financial foundation for your business.In Season 2-Episode 2, walk with Hannah and Jess as they talk about taking an active role with finances and how they debunk the myth that it costs a fortune to begin and sustain a startup company.Join these two intentional business women as they dive into the details of how Second Mile handled their start-up budget and get some insider info on what you can do to successfully manage yours.After the intro, join these ladies as they jump into: 🎙:45-How Second Mile Kicked Off Their Funding🎙8:50-Keeping A Full-Time Job With A Start-Up🎙11:00-Stewardship Of Resources 🎙16:38-Creating The “Ballin On A Budget” Habit🎙20:00-Focus On Adding Value, Then Gain Prospects🎙23:07-Walking Debt-Free🎙26:00-Opening Up About The Downsides🎙28:08-Impact of Charitable Giving 🎙34:26-Scariest Investment Financially🎙41:10-What Makes A Good Steward?Check out our socials & stay tuned for updates & insights on Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

Find yourself unfulfilled and wondering how to get to the sweet spot of actually enjoying your career? Join Jess and Hannah as they talk with show guest Jena Viviano, a Wall Street investment banker turned career strategist, who wants to help you find a job you are passionate about. “You don’t have to do a full 180, just take a quarter turn.” In Episode 1, walk with Hannah, Jess, and Jena as they discuss how to navigate positive change in simple steps that can lead you to discover your talents and find where passion and job position intersect. After the intro, join these three ladies as they jump into: 🎙2:18--Jena’s Story with Job Change🎙6:50--Continuing Education🎙11:35--Inside The Current Culture of Job Satisfaction🎙14:00-- Industry or Identity: Why Do You Work? 🎙18:21--Right Job, Wrong Communication🎙24:30--Common Mistakes When Job Exploring🎙33:55--LinkedIn Do’s and Don’ts When Selling Your Career Story🎙40:00--3 Ways To Start A Job Transition Well🎙47:00--Going The Second Mile🎙51:40--Wrap Up With Jena🎙53:35--Sharing TakeawaysCheck out our socials & stay tuned for updates & insights on Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

“The biggest communication breakdown we see is when we don’t set expectations well on the front end.”In Episode 10, Hannah and Jess talk about...talking! This episode unpacks the power of communication and how these co-founders have learned (for better and worse) how to effectively communicate with co-workers, clients, and more. If you’re looking for tips on how to be a better leader as a business owner, tune in to this episode.After introductions, Jess and Hannah dive into:🎙1:52   Communication Works Two Ways🎙4:24    Effective Communication Styles and Techniques🎙10:02   How the Second Mile Team Talks🎙17:52  Staying on the Same Page as Co-founders🎙23:56  Breaking Down Communication Breakdowns🎙32:00 Staying Present and Engaged for Active Listening🎙34:04 Tackling Hard Conversations🎙36:00 Critical Feedback as Friends and Founders🎙42:00 Growing as CommunicatorsFor more insights & resources mentioned in today’s episode on positive business growth   →🌟Dare to Lead by Brené Brown🌟Slack: Messaging for WorkCheck us out on social for updates & insights on all things Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor business inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

“Being an entrepreneur is all about riding the highs and managing the lows”In Episode 9, Hannah and Jess sit down with Drop Source CEO, Nate Frechette to discuss how he successfully built a tech business starting from the ground up. Nate shares advice learned through his own experiences on how you can navigate resilience in future business adventures. If you’re looking for tips on how to be a better leader as a business owner, tune in to this episode.After introductions, these business owners share on:🎙1:09   Bringing Drop Source To Life 🎙5:27    Viewing Technology As The Future  🎙7:42   Building A Competitive Edge🎙13:05  Navigating Co-founder Relationships 🎙19:26  Searching For Resiliency 🎙22:29Fueling Personal Growth 🎙30:03 Seeking Out Investment🎙35:04 Three Takeaways From Business Ownership 🎙41:19 How Nate Goes The Second Mile🎙45:14The Cool Down For more insights & resources mentioned in today’s episode on positive business growth   →🌟Drop Source🌟Nate Frechette Linkedin Check us out on socials for updates & insights on all things Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor business inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

“By delegating responsibilities I am able to put myself into a supportive leadership role”.In Episode 8, Hannah and Jess highlight and reflect on the importance of delegation for business growth and success. These co-founders discuss the value of replicating yourself in order to focus on what matters most.Taking the time to train employees on skills or delegate to those who have the proper skill-set to execute a specific task at the highest level is integral to scaling a business or advancing your career. If you struggle with shifting task control, tune in to this episode to learn how you can alleviate these struggles through delegation.After introductions, the ladies share on:🎙2:12     The Delegation Station 🎙6:10     Creating A Leadership Plan🎙9:34     Finding The Value In Training🎙13:11   Changing Your Task Perspective🎙18:02   Giving Grace🎙20:39   The Dollar In Delegation🎙25.50   Shifting Recurring Expectations 🎙28:52   Tips For Delegating Business Skills 🎙33:46   Replicating Yourself 🎙37:50   Communicating A Vision Of Success 🎙38:49   Learning to Let GoFor more insights & resources mentioned in today’s episode on delegation →🌟Career Opportunities Second Mile Marketing🌟Polar NotionCheck us out on socials for updates & insights on all things Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor business inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

How do you manage your time so you can actually enjoy life?“How you spend each day is how you spend your life.” In Episode 7, Hannah and Jess sit down with business owner, Samantha Lane, to discuss efficient time management and the value of rest. As a reformed workaholic, Samantha shares the solutions she created at her time management company, Origami Day.  Working with clients on personal and professional levels, Samantha communicates the importance of maximizing your peak times in a busy schedule. If most days you feel like you have too much to do and too little time, tune in to this episode to learn some practical ways to better manage your time.After introductions, the ladies share on:🎙1:05     Samantha’s Story: A Reformed Workaholic 🎙3:30     Living a Fulfilled Life🎙4:26     The Start Of Origami Day🎙8:12     Extending Grace🎙10:24   Investing Your Time To Build Relationships 🎙12:28   Communicating For Efficiency 🎙20:33   Increasing Your Output With Rest🎙22:35   Respecting Lifestyle Balance🎙25:38   3 Tips For Blending Work & Life 🎙32:51   Challenges for Working Women🎙39:27   Celebrating Emotional Success🎙45:49   How Sam Goes The Second MileFor more insights & resources on recharging your time management skills →🌟Origami Day🌟Origami Day Instagram🌟Essentialism by Greg McKeown🌟Mom Source Network🌟Vallie CollinsCheck us out on socials for updates & insights on all things Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor business inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

How has your business evolved and shaped you over time?“The degree to which I grow, is the degree to which our company is capable of growing.” In Episode 6, Hannah and Jess take a walk down memory lane and share their vision for the future of Second Mile Marketing. These co-founders recap their hardest battles and sweetest victories as they gear up to celebrate the companies 3rd birthday. What was once a mere dream, Second Mile Marketing has been refined and tuned by its co-founders and employees. Tune in to hear how you can make your mark on your company’s future. After introductions, the ladies share on:🎙1:34 A 3 Year Reflection: Setting Goals Not Expectations 🎙4:16 Jess & Hannah’s Favorite Business Memories 🎙7:56 Biggest Hurdle As A Small Business🎙10:23 As The Year Moves Forward🎙15:36 Recapping The Hardest Battles 🎙19:57 Refining Your Business Process🎙21:02 The Sentimental Start 🎙25:40 Co-founders Growing & Evolving With The Business🎙32:57 Balancing Each Others Weakness 🎙36:11 The Influential People Who Have Shaped Second MileFor more insights & resources on what shapes and structures Second Mile Marketing →🌟Gusto   🌟Morgan LopesCheck us out on socials for updates & insights on all things Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor business inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

How can you focus on personal wellness in the midst of all the busyness?“Make health a priority and see it as a win.” In Episode 5, Hannah and Jess sit down with South Landing Crossfit Owner, Crissy Glarrow to pause and reflect on encouraging yourself to be authentic in life’s toughest seasons. As a business owner and new mom, Crissy unravels how she runs a successful business and prioritizes her health. Tune in to find out how you can promote your physical and mental well-being. After introductions, the ladies collaborate on:🎙1:56 How Crissy Planted The Seeds For South Landing Crossfit 🎙7:23 Never Underestimating Small Beginnings🎙8:21 Feeding Into Personal Relationships🎙10:55 Giving Time To The Business 🎙12:58 Parenthood As A Business Owner🎙15:15 Focusing on Your Health Through Seasons🎙17:23 Taking Care of Your Health Is Selfless🎙19:48 Turning On & Off In Workplace🎙21:02 Pitfalls Of Being Career-Minded🎙22:41 Having Realistic & Healthy Expectations🎙25:04 3 Tips for Balancing Your Health and Career🎙28:34 Creating and Celebrating A Community Culture 🎙30:25 Creating a Safe Place Of Encouragement 🎙32:01 Instilling Company Culture In Your Staff🎙36:31 Reflections On Starting A Career In Health IndustryFor more insights & resources on Crissy’s career  →🌟South Landing Crossfit Website 🌟South Landing Crossfit Instagram🌟Crissy Glarrow InstagramCheck us out on socials for updates & insights on all things Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor business inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

How can you create company culture?“A great culture outlives leadership.” In Episode 4, Hannah and Jess unfold the truth behind what makes a successful company culture. They discuss the highs and lows any organization may face in the journey of cultivating structural values. As Co-founders, Hannah and Jess enlighten us on how you can measure cultural success and ways to establish it. Tune in to find out how you can implement values that morph and highlight your business DNA. After introductions, the ladies share on:🎙2:35 The Importance of Workplace Culture 🎙4:50 Structuring Culture for Productivity🎙7:12 Prioritizing Employee Fulfillment 🎙8:54 How to Embody Culture🎙10:45 Dialing Into Your Company’s Values🎙14:32 Creating a Legacy🎙16:16 Defining Culture: Humble, Hungry, and People Smart🎙20:05 Implementing Values in the Hiring Process🎙25:43 Measuring Cultural Success🎙28:16 Scaling Talent for a Growing Business🎙33:19 Advice for Establishing Culture🎙37:31 Picking Values that Highlight StrengthsFor more insights & resources on Hannah and Jess’s  →🌟Jim Bailey “Guiding You To Work That Fits”🌟Chasing Excellence Podcast with Ben Burgeron 🌟Dare to Lead by Brene Brown🌟It Doesn't Have To Be Crazy At Work  by Jason Fried & David Heinemeier HanssonCheck us out on socials for updates & insights on all things Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor business inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

“There is a way of business that is proven to make money but is that something that is inspiring.” In Episode 3, Hannah and Jess sit down with Morgan J. Lopes to pick his brain on what makes a successful human-centered business. We will discuss Morgan’s helpful tips in order to dial in on prioritizing business relationships, as well as ways you can handle your changing business.   As the founder and CEO of multiple companies, Morgan shares how to align and balance your personal growth to drive your business vehicle. Tune in to find out how you can pave your own path for success. For more insights & resources on Morgan Lopes and his business journey →🌟About Morgan J Lopes🌟Polar Notion🌟New Story Charity 🌟Twitter @MorganJLopes Check us out on socials for updates & insights on all things Second Mile Marketing →💻 secondmilemarketing.com❤️ instagram.com/secondmilemarketing👍🏼 facebook.com/secondmilemarketingFor business inquiries, contact podcast@secondmilemarketing.comSupport the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)

“The quality of your life comes down to the quality of your relationships” In Episode 2, Hannah and Jess dive into the highs and lows of their roles as being the Co-founders of Second Mile Marketing. By generating unique business energy, these ladies know what it takes to sacrifice and balance in order to create a successful partnership. In this episode, these Co-Founders will elaborate on the everlasting effect this business adventure has had on them with advice to help you progress into taking the next step of partnership.Support the show (https://secondmilemarketing.com)