The Classy Career Girl Podcast

How to Build Your Audience

15 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wanted to build your audience online? That's what today's episode is all about!! Today we are kicking off a Build Your Tribe Challenge in the Cla...

How to Turn Fear into Action

12 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Has fear ever held you back? Made you afraid to take one step further? Today I am going to share my story of how I got over my fears and how you can t...

Facebook Ads Q&A: Behind the Scenes of Our Strategy That Works

08 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I have a special guest training for you today! I get so many questions about whether Facebook ads work and how to get started using them. Yes they wor...

The Top 8 Online Tools I Use as a Leader

05 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I am so excited that starting this month, we are releasing mini podcast episodes on Mondays answering your questions!! Our first question is all about...

My Biggest Mistakes Growing a Business

01 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I am often asked how I grew my membership sites to over to over 600 members and I can talk about it for days. But what is harder is talking about all ...

How to Write a Great Business Plan

22 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Ever been overwhelmed creating your business plan? Yeah, me too. Today I am going to share my love/hate relationship with business plans and the simpl...

8 Lessons I Have Learned in the Last 8 Years of Running a Business

15 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready to celebrate! We are gearing up to celebrate Classy Career Girl's 8 year anniversary in March! Whether you are new around here in Classy Car...

How to Get More Instagram Followers

08 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

With all those instagram algorithm changes, it's getting harder and harder to grow your following quickly. If you are struggling to get more followers...

When is the Right Time To Invest in a Mastermind or Coaching or Course

01 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered when the right time is to invest in a mastermind, coaching or an online course? How much should you spend and how do you know if you'll ...

Tax Tips for Entrepreneurs From a CPA

25 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Not only is Amy a model of following her passion and turning it into a business but she's also my CPA and has a ton of great tips to share with us tod...

Legal Tips for Starting Up: Everything You Need To Know

18 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I'm excited to introduce you to Christy Westerfeld today. She's a lawyer and health coach, and her mission is to help you protect your business and le...

How to Build a Website With WordPress with Laura Davis

11 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I am excited to introduce you today to our very own web developer Laura Davis. She runs a web development business from home called D3 Solutions and s...

How to Create an Online Course Now with Mary Ellen Roth

04 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today I am thrilled to present a training session I recorded with CRP Member, Mary Ellen Roth! If you have ever thought about turning your knowledge a...

How to Get Started With Facebook Ads Without Losing Money With Rachel Miller

28 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel has a TON of energy and this was a TON of fun! Rachel is the creator multiple Facebook fan pages that have over 1 million fans and are profitab...

Meredith Kramer: Starting a Business as a Busy Mom

21 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I have another inspiring story for you today from Meredith Kramer at 40weekFIT.   Her business journey started when she was pregnant with her son and...

The #1 Key Skillset of All Successful Entrepreneurs

14 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

After interviewing hundreds of business owners and watching so many employees make the leap into entrepreneurship, there is always one skill that stan...

Success Secrets Every Gutsy Career Girl Must Know: Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #1

07 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to one of the most downloaded podcasts of all time! It's one of my favorites. Here's my interview with Author Kate White.

Job Interview 101: Everything You Need To Know To Nail Your Next Interview - Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #2

02 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Have an interview coming up? Here is everything you need to know to nail your next interview.

My Career Journey and How it Can Help You - Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #3-

30 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I've been through a lot in my career and this podcast episode dives deeps into all of my pivots and turns. Enjoy!

6 Keys to Gain Confidence, Get Noticed and Get Promoted for Female Leaders - Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #4

28 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

It's so important as a leader to show confidence. If you want to get promoted, this podcast episode is a must to listen to!

Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #5-How to Communicate Effectively at Work

25 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

How to Think Like a Successful Woman: Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #6

23 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to think like a successful woman? It's time! 

Unconscious Mistakes Women Make That Sabotage Their Careers: Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #7

21 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Hear from our special guest, Dr. Lois Frankel, about the unconscious mistakes you might be making that is sabotaging your success. One of my favorites...

How Successful People Think: Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #8

18 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have the right mindset to be successful? Find out in today's podcast.

If I Was to Start a Blog Right Now, Here's What I Would Do First: Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #9

16 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I've learned a lot about blogging over the past 8 years. Here's what I wish I would have known.

Daily Habits of Highly Successful People: Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #10

14 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Wondering what successful people do daily? This podcast episode will share the secrets you need to know.

Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #11-Passion and Purpose Q&A

11 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #12-How to Negotiate Your Salary and Manage Your Finances

09 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #13-How to Accelerate Your Career Success

07 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #14-How to Find a Job You Won't Hate

04 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Best Podcast Episodes of All Time: #15 - Get Unstuck and Find the Right Career For You

02 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

How to Build Brand Awareness: #MyStartupStory Challenge Announcement

25 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In the #MyStartupStory movement, created by Anna Runyan, CEO and Founder of ClassyCareerGirl.com, one of Forbes 35 Most Influential Career Sites, we w...

Fail-Proof Your Business Q&A

20 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Remember there's nothing wrong with failure; failure is good. You can learn a lot from your failures. We covered some excellent topics on how to NOT f...

Behind the Scenes: How I Conduct Webinars

19 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

One of my secret weapons is webinars. I have been holding them for years and have tested a lot of things. I know what works and I am sharing it in our...

Interview With Adda Birnir, CEO and Founder of Skillcrush

18 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

How do you turn an idea into a business? How do you grow a business on the side of your day job? How do you increase your revenue by 4X in a few years...

Behind the Scenes: 15 Steps I Took Before I Quit My Day Job

08 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Hello!! Today I am sharing with you the 15 steps I took before I quit my day job.   You don't have to do all of these. I just wanted to give you a be...

How to Manage and Grow a Facebook Group

07 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today our Community Manager, Rachell Corpuz, and I sit down and chat about how we grew our Facebook group to 10,000 members.    

How to Market Online Authentically

06 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you are getting ready to market yourself online, you'll definitely want to study and listen to this lesson on how to create your authentic promotio...

The Power of Community: My Story

25 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Finding a community is always worth it. Today's podcast will share my three stories of the benefits of community in my life and career.

WEBINAR RECORDING: How to Ditch Your Dead End Job and Find Your Dream Career

20 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

What You'll Learn:   The 5 most common mistakes that job searchers make and how to avoid them. The very first step you should take when job searchin...

The 3 Phases of Your Career and How to Succeed in Each

19 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what steps you need to take in your career to get to where you want to go years from now? Have you ever wished you could work w...

Getting Past the Fear of What Others Think

14 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On today's podcast, I'll tell you three stories of how I had to get unstuck and stop caring about what other people think. I'll also go over the highl...

Q&A Session: Using Instagram To Get Hired and How to Find Work From Home Jobs

13 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Jasmine: Just finished watching video #2 and ready to start this 7-step process of the Get Unstuck Roadmap. Any suggestions on a strengthsfinder asses...

How To Job Search When I Don't Know What I Want To Do

08 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This step is all about identifying not only the skills that you are good at but also the skills that you enjoy. I call these your favorite skills. It ...

Career Transition Story: Working at a Non-Profit Organization with Carey Leader

04 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Carey is the Operations Manager at World Teacher Aid. To date, World Teacher Aid has constructed eight complete schools with a total of 40 classrooms,...

After the Application: How to Increase Your Chances of Getting Hired

02 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Question from Erin Ford What are steps I can take after applying to a job online? Whether it's via a job board or the company's website, what are ways...

I Love My Career Case Study – Danielle: "I had three interviews the same day"

30 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the latest edition of the "I Love My Career" series which aims to celebrate women (and my clients) who are stepping up and making HUGE leap...

Top 3 Techniques to Land an Interview with a Hiring Manager

23 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The Top 3 Techniques To Land an Interview With a Hiring Manager Mary Corcoran asks: "What are the best techniques to land an interview with a hiring m...

Amy McLaren's Career Transition Story: From Teacher to Non-Profit Founder of World Teacher Aid

23 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Want to listen in on an in-depth career transition story?? Curious about starting a non-profit organization or working for a non-profit?   Watch alon...

Love Your Career Success Story: Vickie Chapman

21 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Vickie Chapman, a Love Your Career Formula member, recently got a job as a Customer Success Manager!! I am so proud of Vickie and how much effort she ...

How To Create a Personal Brand That Moves Your Career Forward

10 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Iiris Murto A question about personal branding: majority of the advice I've seen about branding is for your business and/or creative work. And that's ...

Love Your Career Formula Success Story with Josie Camacho

08 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Josie Camacho, a Love Your Career Formula member, is a Vice President in a Private Client Group at City National Bank. She worked hard in Love Your Ca...

How To Create a Career Development Action Plan

04 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Find a Job With Social Media

04 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

How to Make the Most of your LinkedIn Connections

02 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

What's Holding You Back Training Session With Amanda Flisher

28 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Our Manifesto - Classy Career Girl

27 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Stop whatever you are doing and listen to this for the next 1 minute. http://www.classycareergirl.com/about/

How To Sell Your Product With Donna Maria

19 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Here is the recording of Anna's live call with Donna Maria. What a great conversation about managing your mindset with all the noise online, growing ...

Here's What We Believe at Classy Career Girl

16 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We believe that the more women we have in this world who are doing what they love and are doing what they were born to do (like jumping out of bed to ...

My Surprising Experience as a Career Development Professor

11 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Summary: In 2012, I was thrilled to become a Professor of Career Development at a national University (I'll keep the name anonymous. Why? Keep reading...

The 2017 Halfway Hustle Day 3: Your Action Plan

06 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Summary: Join us in doing a little 3 day challenge to make your goals happen in the last half the year! Now, let's create an action plan to make your ...

The 2017 Halfway Hustle Day 2: Looking Forward

05 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Summary: Join us in doing a little 3 day challenge to make your goals happen in the last half the year! Let's now look forward and create your goals f...

The 2017 Halfway Hustle Day 1: Review of the First Half of the Year

04 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Summary: Join us in doing a little 3 day challenge to make your goals happen in the last half the year! What did you accomplish so far in 2016 that yo...

Personal Branding Tips For Creative Entrepreneurs with Hilary Hartling

13 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Hilary is a Personal Branding Coach who helps professional and creative women entrepreneurs define their Mission+Vision+Values, Craft their Brand Stor...

The Employee to Entrepreneur Success Path

07 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to have a business that impacts and changes the world and where you are living your dream life, did you know that there are five phases th...

How I stay organized with a million things going on these next two weeks

07 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Lessons Learned From Launching My Business with Char Stackle

02 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today I am thrilled to introduce you to Char Stackle, Founder of Lifeonherown.com. Welcome Char! Thanks for being here and sharing how you turned your...

Ask Anna: Is Instagram Worth My Time and Effort... Help!

01 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Behind the Scenes: My Launch Secrets

30 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This month's behind the scenes training is all about launching! I recently had a very successful launch for my other membership site, Love Your Career...

Leaving Corporate With Jennifer Kroiss

25 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome! In today's case study, I am interviewing Jennifer Kroiss, a Career Strategist from Kroiss Consulting. She's going to talk to us about the jou...

How to Get Over Your Speaking fears

24 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In the past, Classy Career Girl has given some fabulous tips on speeches. I have studied other speakers and have meticulously taken notes. Also, i...

Tyra Jarvis interviews Anna Runyan on How To Future Proof Your Career

24 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Delegating and Moving My Business Online With Lisa Claycomb

16 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Delegating and Moving My Business Online With Lisa Claycomb 

The Website Traffic Blueprint

15 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to grow your website? Welcome to the Website Traffic Blueprint! My Website Growth Story I have been blogging at ClassyCareerGirl.com since 2010 ...

How I Made My First Sale

14 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Here's where I started. I knew I wanted to teach and I wanted to quit my job.  So I decided I was going to create a course. In the spirit of taking r...

Why I Love Being an Entrepreneur

14 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking of becoming an entrepreneur?  It's definitely not for everyone but here are some reasons I love being an entrepreneur. Do you want to be an ...

A Podcast Listener Interviews Anna About Business and Motherhood

10 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Classy Career Girl podcast!! Today we are doing something a little different. Today we have a special guest, It's a podcast listener ju...

How to Know If Your Business Idea Is Profitable

04 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Will your business be profitable? Let's get started. Here is the assessment you'll need to know if your idea is profitable. This will help you figure ...

5 Signs it is time for a career change

03 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

One of my biggest regrets is staying far too long in a job that just didn't fit me. I tried really, really hard to make it work and get ahead. It wasn...

My Startup Story: The Moment That Changed Everything

03 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you are feeling stuck, I have been in your shoes. I remember what it was like when I was stuck in a job I hated (financial management). I wasn't ha...

Behind the Scenes of a Wildly Successful Book Launch

28 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Corporate Rescue Plan member, Jenna Janssen shared all of her wisdom with me in an interview about the success of her book launch last month. Thank...

My Journey: From High School...To College....To CEO

27 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

When I was in 3rd grade, I started a save the earth club. By middle school, I was organizing food for the homeless, teaching Sunday school and visitin...

Behind the Scenes: My Side Hustle Secrets and Schedule

26 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Come take a peek behind the scenes of how I grew my business and found balance with a full-time job. My Schedule as a Side Hustler Wake up morning: 5...

How to Find Happiness at Work When Your Boss is a Jerk

19 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

"I love what I do, but the people I work for are just nasty. How do I find happiness when the bosses are jerks?" – Rebecca It is really important to...

The #1 To-Do List App You Need To Start Using Now

19 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Question: "Anna, What is your very most favorite "to do list" program, online? I need something to keep me organized! I do not share an office with ...

The New Rules of Work With the Co-Founders of TheMuse.com

18 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The New Rules of Work: The Modern Playbook for Navigating your Career, written by Alexandra Cavoulacos and Kathryn Minshew, co-founders of popular ...

How To Not Stress Out Creating Content

10 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

How To Know If Starting a Membership Site is Right For You

10 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

There are so many positives about starting and growing a membership site. Some of the benefits I have realized are the recurring revenue, the impact y...

Career Crisis Q&A: I Hate My Job, Should I Just Quit?

06 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Here's the question I would like to tackle today. This question comes in from a current student, so I am keeping it anonymous. I'm having a bit of a ...

STOP Doing Work You Hate: The Classy Career Girl Manifesto

06 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I was challenged by my own personal business coach to write down what I would say to you if it was the last, final thing I could say on social media. ...

Is My Market a Good Fit For a Membership Site?

05 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

My Secret Weapon For Growing Two Membership Sites

31 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I was so excited and shocked to open my email up yesterday to see that my case study was in the top 5 of Stu Mclaren's membership site contest!! I'm s...

Here's How to Determine What Your Dream job Is

30 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

It's OK if you don't know what your dream job is. Many women I speak with are ashamed that they still don't know what their dream job is. It is a ques...

How to Build a Website

28 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

It's really not that complicated to get started building your website. That's how I started and I continue to update and change my website myself. Thi...

How many recurring memberships are you subscribed to?

24 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you are like me, you are subscribed to many different subscriptions. I challenge you today to count up how many memberships you actually belong to....

Miracles at Work With Emily Bennington

20 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today I have a special guest that I am very excited to introduce you to. I've known Emily Bennington for many years now as she is a top writer of all ...

5 Things Successful Women Wish They Would Have Known

15 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I am an introvert and networking has always been difficult for me, but I have always known that networking would be the key to reaching my professiona...

Behind the Scenes: What I Focused On My First 6 Years of Business

14 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Let's take a peak behind the scenes at the first 6 years of growing Classy Career Girl brand. I hope this video helps you see that nothing happens ove...

Essential Steps To Your Dream Career

08 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

When you are struggling with discouragement and being overworked or bored, I completely understand how far off your dream career can feel. I want you ...

The One Piece of Advice I Say Over and Over Again

07 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Here's the piece of career advice I wish I would have known many years earlier. I wish I would have known this when I graduated from college. So many...