On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Healthy Harvest with authors Ken Albala, Amy Graves, and Jessie-Sierra Ross. Ken, whose latest is The World Atlas of Fermented Foods and Drinks, is a food historian, professor, and chef; Amy is an advocate and founder of The Hidden Consumer; and Jessie Sierra is a food writer/photographer (Seasons Around the Table)/Founder, Straight to the Hips Baby.

They start with a conversation about food allergies, food sensitivities, and what’s really in the food we eat. The second half focuses on cooking, food literacy, getting back in the kitchen, and how to make healthy eating easier, more enjoyable, and community-centric.

Food Mission

• Amy: To help people understand what is in their food
• Ken: To help people become more informed about the importance of cooking for various reasons and get great pleasure from it
• Jessie-Sierra: Food is infinitely tied to history, family, gathering – to help people understand that what they make is an active of service

Goals

• Jessie-Sierra: Go to farmers market or food stand and ask them what’s good today? What are you cooking for dinner?
• Ken: Cook something without a recipe
• Amy: Try a new ingredient

Final Thoughts

• Amy: Don’t trust the marketing on your food label
• Jessie-Sierra: Food – we’re all a big community and we need to support each other
• Ken: This such a fun virtual conversation, imagine how much fun it would be in person

Learn More About

Ken Albala: https://Instagram.com/KenAlbala 

Amy Graves: https://HiddenConsumersConsulting.com/

Jessie-Sierra Ross: https://StraighttotheHipsBaby.com 

Debra Eckerling: https://TheBookProposalExpert.com

https://TheDEBMethod.com/blog 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about The Writer Life with Judy Baker of Buzzworthy Books, Life and Business Resiliency Expert Nikki Green, and Kathleen Kaiser, co-host of Talking Book Publishing. The panel shared their writer origin stories, what the writer life means to them, and how they find balance/harmony. They also talked about how to get unstuck, the value of a writing community, and more.  

What is The Writer Life?

• Nikki: You can't turn it off. You see the story in everything you do
• Kathleen: Learning everything I can about all of the industry - the craft and business
• Judy: Connecting with people, learning new things, sharing

Goals

• Kathleen: Create a writing space, different from your workspace
• Nikki: Get a small paper journal. Get back to talking notes wherever you are
• Judy: Dictate notes to yourself on your phone

Final Thoughts

• Kathleen: Just write
• Judy: Be in community with other writers - it makes a difference
• Nikki: Join Nikki for Prep-tober

Learn More About:

Judy M Baker: https://BuzzworthyBooks.com

Nikki Green: https://TheNikkiGreen.com

Kathleen Kaiser: https://KathleenKaiser.com

Debra Eckerling: https://TheBookProposalExpert.com

https://TheDEBMethod.com/Blog 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about what’s working on Substack with Jim Fuhs (Fuhsion Marketing), writer/filmmaker Alexandra Hidalgo, and Bob Woods (CMO, Social Sales Link). They share why they love Substack, as well as what creators can do to step up their Substack game and set themselves up for success.

Jim, Alexandra, and Bob also discuss the differences between building community on Substack and LinkedIn, the role consistency and frequency play in growing your audience, how it relates to "blog mentality," and more.

Goals

- Bob: Step up whatever you are doing a little bit, and see if it's sustainable

- Alexandra: Draft a short email with bullet points about why people should subscribe. What it means to you and what it will do for them. Send to 50-100 non-subscribers

- Jim: Turn on the camera, record a video, and see how you can repurpose it

Final Thoughts

- Alexandra: It's a gift to be able to create content and connect with others. Approach it that way.

- Bob: You have value. Share it!

- Jim: This is a way to leave a legacy ... in multiple formats

Follow

Jim Fuhs: http://jimfuhs.substack.com/

Alexandra Hidalgo: https://alexandrahidalgo.substack.com/

Bob Woods: https://imbobwoods.substack.com/

Debra Eckerling: https://BookProposals.Substack.com

https://TheDEBMethod.com/blog

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Habits with Katelyn Carey, RN; Lynda Monk; and Beth Ricanati, MD. Katelyn is a nurse educator and trauma communication specialist, Lynda is also a Books That Saves Lives author and founder of the International Association for Journal Writing, and Beth is the author of Braided and The Braided Prescription.

They discuss intentional versus accidental habits, as well as how to create, change, and remove barriers. The panel shares their specialties - combating stress (Katelyn), journaling (Lynda), and baking challah (Beth) - along with some of their favorite habits.

What are Habits?

- Katelyn: Patterns that can be conscious or unconscious that we do on a repeated basis

- Lynda: The things you do for yourself on a regular basis

- Beth: Entrenched behaviors; whatever the habit or practice, we have the power to change/modify it and grow

Goals

- Katelyn: Put a habit or habits on the calendar

- Lynda: Find a community or habit buddy

- Beth: Say your intention out loud; it can be for a goal, habit, or intention

Final Thoughts

- Lynda: What we focus on, grows. Have good, compassionate self-talk when making change

- Beth: Remember that small acts/habits can have a big impact on our well-being

- Katelyn: Unconscious unplanned habits typically come from coping habits; the best habits are the ones that bring us happiness

Learn More About

Katelyn Carey: https://KatelynCarey.com

Lynda Monk: https://LyndaMonk.com

Beth Ricanati: https://BethRicanatiMD.com

Debra Eckerling: https://TheBookProposalExpert.com

https://TheDEBMethod.com/Blog

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about Writing and Productivity with author/publishing expert Judith Briles (The Book Shepherd), productivity expert Christine Carron (Goodjelly), and Danielle Weil, who specializes in creativity and copywriting.

The panel explores what it really takes to get the words on the page, including getting past the pressure to always be productive, finding your own rhythm, and figuring out what you need to do to get unstuck. Judith, Christine, and Danielle share anecdotes, recommendations, and more.

Define Productivity

- Christine: Old school is more, faster; new school is your best work done as fast as possible

- Judith: The perfection factor is what stops productivity

- Danielle: What words will actually move the needle; pint your best efforts toward the things that will make the biggest difference

Goals

- Judith: If you never say, your yeses are worthless. Don't do well what you have no business doing - choose 3 things that are important for you to do!

- Christine: Every time you sit down to work, ask yourself how to make it easier for you. Do something for 10 minutes and celebrate the progress

- Danielle: Embrace your constraints; figure out how to use your constraints to your advantage

- Deb: Get rid of a project that is not serving you

Final Thoughts

- Christine: Give yourself grace and give yourself credit for all the things

- Judith: Take credit for the work you've done - getting up the morning is a big thing

- Danielle: Enjoy the process

Learn more about

Judith Briles: https://www.judithbrilesbooks.com/

Christine Carron: https://www.goodjelly.com/

Danielle Weil: https://https://dwcopy.com/

Debra Eckerling: https://TheBookProposalExpert.com

https://TheDEBMethod.com/blog

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling speaks with freedom mentor Jackie Cote; MJ Fievre, author of the Badass Black Girl series; and mind methodologist Leslie Marsh about Imposter Syndrome, and its connection to confidence, self-doubt, and reaching your goals. The panel talks about where Imposter Syndrome comes from, how it shows up, and what you can do when those "voices" get in the way.

What is Imposter Syndrome

- Leslie: The voice that says you are not capable of doing something

- MJ: It's the part of yourself that says you have not earned your place at the table; it's a voice, a guide

- Jackie: A protective mechanism that reflects the stories and things we think about ourselves that tries to keep you from failing, getting hurt

Goals

- MJ: Ask yourself what is one skill that you would benefit from learning; educate yourself

- Leslie: Start looking at your beliefs; look at the lie within them and prove yourself wrong

- Jackie: Allow yourself to feel your feels, be aware of where it is coming from, acknowledge it and put it in the back of the bus - you are the driver

Final Thoughts - Leslie: Give yourself space to be you - take it all up

- Jackie: It's never too late to start; there's so much you can still accomplish - awaken your inner you

- MJ: Be the main character and the architect of your story

Learn More About

Jackie Cote: https://destinymakers.net/links

MJ Fievre: https://badassblackgirlsbooks.com

Leslie Marsh: https://youtube.com/in/@therapistsinconversation

Debra Eckerling: https://TheBookProposalExpert.com

https://TheDEBMethod.com/Blog

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of GoalChat, Debra Eckerling speaks with Megan Dowd, Liz M. Lopez, Amy Stone about Visibility, along with it's connection to Authenticity and Relationship Development. Megan is a brand coach and copywriter, Liz is a career and business success coach, and Amy is creator of The Art of Imperfect Adulting.

When are confident in your expertise, purpose, and/or superpower - Megan's superpower is unlocking words, Liz's is unlocking people, and Amy's is unlocking origin stories - it's much easier to show up as your authentic self, be seen, and be of assistance to others.

What is Visibility?

- Liz: It's about relationships. Staying in touch with people who are meaningful to you

- Amy: Discoverability/the ability to be found

- Megan: It requires the courage to be misunderstood, to put yourself out there

Goals

- Amy: Invite people to do the thing you want them to do: listen to your podcast, subscribe to your newsletter, etc.

- Megan: Repetition is key to visibility. Repeat yourself - make/post the same invitation - 5 times in one week.

- Liz: Call 3 people you haven't spoken to in over a year

Final Thoughts

- Megan: Your work is this beautiful sanctuary - drop anyone into it, they will be confused. You audience needs you to over simplify what you do in order to understand your value

- Amy: Visibility can be overwhelming; keep working it

- Liz: Take a step closer to visibility. Isolation is a dream killer, but courage is contagious

Learn More About

Megan Dowd: https://withmegandowd.com/

Liz M Lopez: https://lizmlopez.com/

Amy Stone: https://imperfectadulting.com/

Debra Eckerling: https://thebookproposalexpert.com

https://thedebmethod.com/visibility-megandowd-lizmlopez-amystone

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling has an awesome conversation about how to "Go Be Awesome" with Dave Bricker, Stacia Crawford, and Jason Falls. Dave is a business storytelling expert and founder of Speakipedia; Stacia is a media strategist, Stay Ready Media; and Jason is an influencer marketing strategist. He is also executive director of the Marketing Podcast Network, which hosts this show, as well as other amazing podcasts.

To celebrate the Mid Year, Deb has been doing GoalChats with achievers featured in 52 Secrets for Goal-Setting and Goal-Getting. The theme: "Just Go," the bonus secret in the book and the perfect topic to wrap up the celebration.

Define Awesome

- Dave: Something remarkable

- Jason: Being in awe of someone's talent, wanting to tell others about it

- Stacia: Being memorable

Goals

- Stacia: Create an awesome jar. On little slips of paper write down all the things that you do that make you feel awesome. Put them in a jar. And pick one out every day, and do what it says

- Jason: Schedule 15 minutes each day - mid morning and mid-afternoon - to sit quietly, clear your brain, then start over/reboot yourself

- Dave: Think about what the word awesome means; take an inventory of what is actually the most awesome, make that your standard of awesome, and find your awesome reflector people

Final Thoughts

- Dave: Let's up the ante for what qualifies as awesome

- Stacia: Be extraordinary and create more awesomeness in the universe

- Jason: Have a great attitude

Learn More About

Dave Bricker: https://remarkable-stories.com

Stacia Crawford: https://StayReadyMedia.com

Jason Falls: https://FallsPartners.com

Debra Eckerling: https://TheBookProposalExpert.com

https://TheDEBMethod.com/blog

Marketing Podcast Network: https://MarketingPodcasts.net

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about the power of food with Elaine Hall, Kat Neff, and Jessie-Sierra Ross. Elaine is a speaker, advocate, and founder of The Miracle Project; Kat is senior publicist and media relations at Llewellyn Worldwide; and Jessie-Sierra Ross is author of “Seasons Around the Table” and founder of StraighttotheHipsBaby.com.

Food has a way of bringing people together. It creates connections, builds community, and gives us opportunities to show kindnessWhat Makes Food the Universal Language- Jessie: It’s about celebration – we survived. It’s fundamental.- Elaine: We all need to eat. In different countries, even when you don’t speak the same language, you come to the table, connect over food and share experiences and joy- Kat: Family traditions

Goals

- Elaine: Smile to yourself. There’s a meditation where you let yourself smile – it helps how you approach everything

- Jessie-Sierra: Do unto others … Be the person you needed for other people, take the opportunity to offer help

- Kat: Don’t miss an opportunity to be kind; be gentle to those around you

Final Thoughts

- Kat: Goal is not a dirty word, you need to embrace goals to create the life you want

- Jessie-Sierra: Be fearless in extending an arm to the ones before you and behind you

- Elaine: Start with a vision and make sure that vision is aligned with your heart and soul. Celebrate everything along the way

Learn More About:

Elaine Hall: https://Elaine-Hall.com

The Miracle Project: https://TheMiracleProject.org

Kat Neff: https://KatNeff.com

Jessie-Sierra Ross: https://StraightToTheHipsBaby.com

Debra Eckerling: https://TheBookProposalExpert.com

https://theDebMethod.com/blog

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Goalchat, host Debra Eckerling talks about creativity with intuitive artist Heather Eck (who has synesthesia - the ability to see color), content creator Holly Homer (founder of Pagewheel and Kids Activities Blog), and author/publisher Brenda Knight (Books that Save Lives aka BTSL).

All three are featured in "52 Secrets for Goal-Setting and Goal-Getting" - a BTSL book, championed by Brenda. They are also champions of creativity, who constantly juggle multiple endeavors.

Heather, Holly, and Brenda share their 52 Secrets secrets, their backstories, and the projects they are currently very excited about. They also discuss the impact of AI - hint, it will not replace people, as well as their favorite strategies for creating, cultivating, and enjoying the world around them.

How to Get Unstuck

• Brenda: Go for a walk
• Holly: Stop stressing out about being stuck; let it rest
• Heather: Movement, a vibration plate, go to a thrift store, create art with a lowercase a

Goals

• Holly: Baby steps, do something today, even for a minute, also do something you are terrible at
• Brenda: Sit somewhere relaxing and write a new idea with your non-dominant hand
• Heather: Go for a color walk, notice what color you are drawn to first and take pictures; that color is offering you a message (DM @HeatherEckArtist on Instagram if you want her to tell you what that message means

Final Thoughts

• Holly: Remember all creativity starts with play
• Heather: Go back to what you loved doing as a kid
• Brenda: Listen to your inner voice and believe in yourself

Read the full recap and get the links discussed: https://thedebmethod.com/creative-heathereck-hollyhomer-brendaknight

Learn More About

Heather Eck: https://HeatherEck.com

Holly Homer: https://HollyHomer.com

Brenda Knight: https://BooksthatSaveLives.net

Debra Eckerling: https://TheDEBMethod.com

https://TheBookProposalExpert.com

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about how to "Go Meet People" with Dave Bricker, Jess Dewell, and Jeff Pulver. Dave is a storytelling expert and founder of Speakipedia, Jess Dewell is founder of Red Direction and host of the Bold Business Podcast, and Jeff is founder of VON: Evolution and The vCon Foundation, among other endeavors.

The trio shares their takes on networking aka relationship development - showing up with presence, authenticity, and with a giving mindset. When you go meet new people, these qualities are much more important than collecting business cards and performing a quick, needy sales pitch.

How to Show Up as Your Best You

- Dave: Be authentic, set boundaries

- Jess: Be seen and see others

- Jeff: The key is to breathe and be present

Goals - Jeff: Be fearless. Ask for what you need. If you don't ask, the answer is always no

- Jess: Know as much about yourself in the moment, so you take the next step from who you are today

- Dave: Never go into a relationship lonely or hungry, especially if you are hungry or lonely. Figure out what can you do to make the conversation not about you

Final Thoughts

- Dave: Think carefully about ways to meet the people you want to meet

- Jess: Intuition matters as much as the hard data. Use that voice in your head to guide you

- Jeff: Have the confidence to be who you are

Learn More About

Dave Bricker: https://Remarkable-Speaking.com

Jess Dewell: https://RedDirection.com

Jeff Pulver: https://Pulver.com

Debra Eckerling: https://TheDebMethod.com/blog

https://TheBookProposalExxpert.com

Read the full recap and get links: https://thedebmethod.com/go-meet-people-bricker-dewell-pulver

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.