On this episode of Social Proof, host Beth Stephens was joined by Katie Goodman, an award-winning comedian, actress, activist, keynote speaker, and author of Improvisation for the Spirit. She is also the creator of the off-Broadway show Broad Comedy that tours nationally to perform for Planned Parenthood and ACLU fundraisers. With over twenty years of experience, Katie has amassed over three million online views and taught over thirty thousand people how to use the tools of improv comedy in their lives to be more creative and courageous. Throughout the episode, Beth and Katie discussed adapting to the unexpected, realness in the workplace, and constructing personal guardrails for social media. Thanks for tuning in!

On this episode of Social Proof, host Beth Stephens was joined by Sydney Bass, the founder, and CEO of The Profitable Stylist, a consulting service that teaches personal stylists how to develop their services. With extensive experience as a mindset coach and business strategist, Sydney helps others streamline their businesses, increase their revenue, and go from overworked to profitably booked. Throughout the episode, Beth and Sydney discussed inclusive and non-stigmatizing content, our social responsibility online, and the balance between being vulnerable while also setting boundaries. Thanks for tuning in!

On this episode of Social Proof, host Beth Stephens was joined by Brooke Robinson, a mother of three and the founder of BTRIBALFIT, an online fitness subscription business. BTRIBALFIT gives women a food and fitness plan coupled with an inspiring community that activates and empowers women to become healthy and stay fit. Throughout the episode, Beth and Brooke discussed the right and wrong ways to wield influence, how to unlearn systemic thoughts, and how showcasing your personality only emphasizes your authenticity. Thanks for tuning in!

On this episode of Social Proof, host Beth Stephens was joined by Tamiko Olabintan, the chief operating officer of NextUp. NextUp is a non-profit organization that strives to bring professional women, allies, and corporate partners together to champion gender equality. With over ten years of diverse experience, Tamiko is exceptional at delivering sound results with a unique blend of creativity and strategic rigor. Throughout the episode, Beth and Tamiko discussed the responsibilities that come with wielding influence and what it means to be a subject matter expert. Thanks for tuning in!

On this unique episode of Social Proof, host Beth Stephens was joined by six of her fellow Soapboxers to talk about their favorite subject: influence. As Beth cycles through each team member, they expand on each of their roles at Soapbox, how these various roles interact with the world of influence differently, and how to navigate the relationship between influencer and client. Thanks for tuning in!

On this episode of Social Proof, host Beth Stephens was joined by Kim Feil, a board member and chief marketing strategy officer at Aspire Healthy Energy Drinks, a brand that offers healthy energy drinks for everyday sustained efficiency and focus. Kim is passionate about sparking new ideas, building the marketing profession, and advocating for women and diversity. Throughout the episode, Beth and Kim discussed the importance of maintaining a good reputation, arranging your schedule to include things outside of work, and her advice to those pursuing a marketing career. Thanks for tuning in!

On this episode of Social Proof, hosts Beth Stephens and Charlotte Wedding were joined by Jasmine Hudson (aka Jazzy) and J’Aaron Merchant (also called Jae), co-founders of JazzyJaeNWA LLC., a boutique marketing firm that showcases ways to engage in the community. They’re also the co-founders of Black Paper Party, a gifting company that’s on a mission to provide gifting and holiday solutions through culturally relevant products. Furthermore, Jasmine is also an entrepreneurial retail professional with a track record of developing, launching, and scaling major national brands and products, while J’Aaron is a freelance illustrator/animator that specializes in creating fun illustrations and visual development for family content. Throughout the episode, Beth, Charlotte, Jasmine, and J’Aaron discussed Black Paper Party’s origins, how they specify authenticity as influencers, and how their upbringing influenced where they are today. Thanks for tuning in!

On this episode of Social Proof, hosts Beth Stephens, Charlotte Banister, and Nate Patterson sat down to catch up on everything they learned in the inaugural season of Social Proof. The trio discusses wielding influence, the responsibility that comes with it, and what they have learned from previous guests. Thanks for tuning in!

Summary: On this episode of Social Proof, host Beth Stephens was joined by Christina Royster, a former senior social media producer at Fast Company, the world's leading progressive business media brand. Currently, Christina is a content creator and freelancer as well as the host of her own podcast, Young, Black & Opinionated. Throughout the episode, Beth and Christina discussed the motivations behind leaving a full-time job and pursuing a passion and how to position yourself in the world using your influence. Thanks for tuning in!

Michiel Perry is an intriguing gal. After a career blending tech and public affairs (including stints at Google and in D.C. at the U.S. State Department), she is embracing life in the lowcountry of South Carolina. Michiel talks about leaning into her heritage, loving small town living and using her storytelling platforms to shine a light on Gullah art and culture.

Shannon Siriano Greenwood followed all the rules for finding success, yet she found herself burning out on repeat. Today she’s helping other women bend and break the rules through the Rebelle Conference and a private community called Swell. Join us for her perspective on what it takes to survive and thrive.

Angel Beasley is a powerful voice in the beauty industry as the merchandising director for specialty hair at Walmart. She shares why being a Black woman in beauty is so fun... and so essential in today's climate. Behind the scenes, she has built a personal brand and an inspiring framework for her life tied to taking care of her mind, body, marriage, career and family. And she's got boss tips for looking less tired.

Quinn Tempest is a vibrant, colorful, downtown-loving urbanista from Phoenix who helps entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life and channel their "why." She is a fount of knowledge, and one of the most popular speakers from our past Megaphone Summit. Her wit, vivaciousness and unique ability to help others channel their energy and identify their superpowers make this a can't miss episode.

Katherine Wintsch has spent the better part of her career striving to understand moms and make their lives better. As a former advertising executive and current CEO of The Mom Complex, Katherine came to a disturbing realization: nine out of 10 moms live with frequent or constant self-doubt and a negative inner voice that they describe as “the meanest mean girl” they know. So she set about attacking that statistic with a life-changing book: Slay Like a Mother is helping women around the world destroy what’s holding them back so they can live the life they want.

Bethany and Amanda tapped into their upbringing as well as their combined experience in the apparel, interior, floral and design industries and harnessed their talent for styling bargains to build the popular Instagram account Whoa, Wait. Walmart? These business (and real life) besties - who love the thrill of the hunt - have built an exciting and evolving brand with more than 300K Instagram followers who tune in for their product recommendations from shoes and kids’ items to food and home decor.

We get cozy with the high energy founder and CEO of Caulipower, Gail Becker, and her husband Stuart Smith, Chief Marketing & Growth Officer for the brand. Their line of cauliflower-based, gluten-free pizzas and other better for you food hacks has exploded in popularity, and these two know a thing or two about PR and influence.

Sarah Steele works in shopper marketing by day for Hello Bello, the line of premium but affordable products for babies (and grown-ups) co-founded by Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard. But she shot into the limelight herself recently when - during the throes of the pandemic - she set up a secret TikTok account and quietly amassed 100K followers in mere months unbeknownst to most of her friends and colleagues. When a Yahoo! article cited her for launching a trend ("tell me you're a millennial without telling me you're a millennial"), she confessed and started openly sharing her adventures navigating work, life and her desperation for the occasional uninterrupted iced coffee break. Since then, her followers have doubled and things have... escalated. Join us to hear the full, hilarious story of how it started and how it's going.

Jordan Jones is the vivacious, bubbly and creative force behind Packed Party, an Austin-based brand bringing the fun to parties and special occasions. From a pity party kit for one to supplies for a pet soirée, her company has built a business and brand around "making everything a big deal." Join us as Jordan unpacks Packed Party and shares funny and fascinating stories of how she bumbled and bootstrapped as she built her brand.

Tiffany Dufu is a dynamo whose existence on this planet is solely focused on advancing women and girls. Her life's work has been laser focused on ways to harness women and girls' talent, power and ingenuity for the benefit of all of us... and she has advice for women on tackling goals, smashing barriers and (counterintuitively) dropping the ball.