Joy Makers; Finding Joy in Entrepreneurship
”Welcome to the Joy Makers Podcast! I’m your host, Nichole, and I’m a little obsessed with living a meaningful life and leaving a lasting impact. I believe as entrepreneurs, we hold the power to bring immense joy to our clients, communities, and, most importantly, ourselves. But we often need support along the way, which is where this podcast comes in! Join me, biweekly, on this journey as we explore the concepts, ideas, stories, and experiences of those who are on their own entrepreneurial path. I’ll share my insights and learnings as I meet fascinating individuals with inspiring tales, and together, we’ll uncover the keys to a fulfilling, joyful and impactful entrepreneurial journey. This podcast is your go-to source for inspiration, practical wisdom, and the art of blending joy with entrepreneurship. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, you’ll find valuable insights and motivation to create a lasting impact while leading a joyful and meaningful life. Tune in and let’s embark on this exciting adventure together!”
Episodes

Thursday May 16, 2024
Thursday May 16, 2024
In this episode of the Joy Makers Podcast, host Nichole welcomes Jessi Sheridan, the visionary founder of Habitual, a storytelling platform dedicated to empowering women leaders in Philadelphia. Jessi shares her journey from a women's leadership consultant to founding Habitual and Habitual Life and Leadership Coaching.
She discusses the importance of fostering female leadership, the challenges and joys of leadership, and the concepts of finding joy, purpose, and building a supportive network. Jesse emphasizes the value of having a 'portfolio lifestyle' and the importance of tuning into what brings joy to create a fulfilling life.
The episode also explores the concept of 'unicorn space' and the significance of listening as a way to bring joy to others. Additionally, Jessi introduces the 'Inner Circle,' a group coaching offering that helps women evolve personally and professionally.
Throughout the conversation, Jessi's passion for uplifting women and building community shines through, inspiring listeners to find and pursue their own paths to joy and leadership.
00:00 Welcome to the Joy Makers Podcast!
00:11 Meet Jesse Sheridan: A Visionary Empowering Women
01:47 Jesse's Journey: From Leadership Consultant to Empowering Women
04:02 Finding Joy in Leadership and Life
07:00 Exploring New Passions and the Concept of Unicorn Space
15:48 Building Supportive Networks and Leveraging Connections
28:12 Rapid Fire Questions: Discovering Joy in Simple Things
31:43 Wrapping Up: The Story Behind Habitual and Where to Find Jesse
Jessi Sheridan is a dynamic leader, coach, and visionary with over 16 years of diverse professional experience. As the founder of Habituelle, a pioneering storytelling platform dedicated to empowering women leaders in Philadelphia, Jessi has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to amplifying women’s voices.
Jessi's passion for fostering female leadership led her to establish Habituelle Life and Leadership Coaching. Through this venture, she offers personalized coaching services tailored to helping ambitious women unlock their full potential and step confidently into positions of influence. Notably, her groundbreaking group coaching program, The Inner Circle, provides an immersive and transformative experience for women seeking to redefine success and design a life they love.
She fervently believes that when women support each other, there are no limits to what they can achieve.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Jessi finds joy in teaching yoga, passionately cheering on Philadelphia sports teams, exploring new restaurants, and spending time with her husband, Connor, and their daughter, Elle—whose inspiration gave rise to the very essence of Habituelle.
Website, linkedin and Instagram handles
www.habituelleleadership.comhttps://www.instagram.com/habituellecoaching/https://www.instagram.com/_habituelle_https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicamcpherrin/https://www.linkedin.com/company/9805065
You can Connect More with your host, Nichole here -
www.Nicholemchphotography.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholemhoward/
@Nicholemchphotography on Insta and Tiktok!

Thursday May 02, 2024
Thursday May 02, 2024
In this episode of the Joy Makers Podcast, host Nicole interviews Sarah Plowman, a business coach for icons. Sarah shares her journey from working in the service industry to becoming a business coach, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in entrepreneurship. She discusses the challenges of starting her coaching business during the pandemic and the role of social media in her success. Throughout the episode, Sarah offers practical advice for entrepreneurs, highlighting the need to be unapologetically authentic, work through emotional barriers, and make decisions based on personal desire for joy and success. Additionally, Sarah introduces an upcoming training in April via Telegram and encourages listeners to follow her on Instagram and check out her podcast, Iconic Leader.
00:00 Welcome to the Joy Makers Podcast!
00:53 Meet Sarah Plowman: From Service Industry to Business Coach
03:46 The Power of Authenticity in Entrepreneurship
05:51 Embracing Your Unapologetic Self
08:22 Navigating Emotions and Building Confidence
18:09 Finding Joy and Success by Being True to Yourself
24:27 Rapid Fire Questions and Joyful Moments
27:39 Exciting Projects and Where to Find Sarah
30:07 Gratitude and Closing Thoughts
Bio - Sarah is a business coach for ICONS. She helps online coaches sell high ticket coaching on Instagram without a large following or going viral and elevates their sales process.
You can find her here -
@sarahplowmancoaching
Www.sarahplowmancoaching.com
You can Connect More with your host, Nichole here -
www.Nicholemchphotography.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholemhoward/
@Nicholemchphotography on Insta and Tiktok!

Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
In this episode of the Joy Makers podcast, host Nichole engages in an insightful conversation with guest Jessica Harrington, a renowned stress educator and the owner of Journey to Yourself. Jessica shares her journey from understanding the universal struggle with stress to creating her platform for self-love and stress management.
With a background in public health, she emphasizes the importance of practical tips for dealing with stress and the significant role of self-love in lowering stress levels. Jessica offers personal anecdotes and professional advice on setting boundaries, the value of joy in entrepreneurship, and the transformative power of self-care practices such as journaling, reading, and meditation. Additionally, the discussion touches on the challenges of keeping up with social media trends and staying true to one's course in the face of external pressures.
The conversation rounds off with Jessica's upcoming Shake Up to Confidence event and her coaching practice designed to help individuals make time for themselves, highlighting the essence of finding joy and fostering self-love in one's personal and professional life.
00:00 Welcome to the Joy Makers Podcast!
00:11 Meet Jessica Harrington: Stress Educator and Joy Advocate
02:08 Jessica's Journey: From Stress to Self-Love
03:12 The Power of Self-Love in Reducing Stress
05:52 Practical Tips for Self-Care and Stress Management
10:45 The Impact of Self-Care on Business and Joy
13:05 Navigating Business Growth and Personal Beliefs
21:54 Choosing Joy: Laughter, Quality Time, and Personal Growth
26:08 Jessica's Upcoming Projects and How to Connect
27:01 Gratitude and Closing Thoughts
You can find her here -
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JourneyToYourself101/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/journeytoyourself101/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-harrington-journeytoyourself/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj977TKZZ5HLcVajCeQZqWgPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/journeytoyourself101/Podcast: https://www.journeytoyourself.net/podcastWebsite: https://www.journeytoyourself.net/
You can Connect More with your host, Nichole here -
www.Nicholemchphotography.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholemhoward/

Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Marisa Lonic is a certified intuitive life & business coach, keynote speaker, 3x author, top-rated podcast host and the founder of Mama Work It and Marisa Lonic Coaching & Consulting. After spending nearly 15 years in corporate leadership positions, Marisa shifted gears to become a full-time entrepreneur and coach. Her time management and goal achievement strategies have helped individuals in over 90 countries turn their dreams into reality, even when they thought they had no time to make any of it happen.
www.mamaworkit.comwww.marisalonic.comwww.linkedin.com/in/marisalonicwww.instagram.com/letmamaworkit

Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
In this episode of the Joy Makers Podcast, host Nichole discusses the importance of consistency and showing up for oneself in order to achieve personal and business goals. She shares about her current journey and how she continues to motivate herself despite self-doubt and uncertainty. Nichole talks about how listening to other podcasts hypes her up and gives her inspiration. She cites personal experiences, such as her journey from being a hobbyist to professional photographer, to illustrate the power of determination and persistence in achieving success. Nichole encourages her listeners to continue striving for their goals. She offers a free action plan which she's used to grow her six-figure business in under two years, with the intention to help others in their journey of achieving their goals.
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene
01:42 The Power of Consistency and Showing Up
03:22 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Procrastination
05:27 The Journey of Building a Photography Business
06:29 The Impact of Personal Growth and Consistency
07:35 Encouragement and Resources for Your Own Journey
08:27 Conclusion and Call to Action
Free Creating Consistency Guide Link -
https://nicholemchphotography.com/freebie
You can Connect More with Nichole Here -
www.Nicholemchphotography.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholemhoward/
@Nicholemchphotography on Insta and TikTok!

Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
In a special episode of the Joy Makers podcast, host Nichole discusses strategies to make the most of limited time spent on social media for business owners. The episode includes four key actions; understanding the platform where your ideal market exists, performing an audit of your social media page to ensure clarity of your offerings, actively engaging with your audience, and outsourcing to experts to speed up the process. Nichole also shares her excitement for the upcoming Radiant Rise event, and emphasizes the importance of relationship building in social media engagement for businesses.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:46 Excitement for the Upcoming Event: Radiant Rise01:42 The Power of Personal Branding02:49 The Importance of Audience Engagement04:22 The Challenge of Consistent Social Media Presence06:05 The Strategy for Effective Social Media Use07:28 The Importance of Understanding Your Platform15:13 The Power of Engagement and Relationship Building20:11 The Value of Hiring an Expert24:07 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsRadiant Rise Event Link -https://www.eventbrite.com/e/learn-how-to-show-up-confidently-online-by-building-a-personal-brand-tickets-816503252207?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurlFree Creating Consistency Guide Link -https://nicholemchphotography.com/freebieYou can Connect More with Nichole Here -www.Nicholemchphotography.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholemhoward/@Nicholemchphotography on Insta and TikTok!

Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
In today's episode, we talk to Amy Jo Haven-Reynolds who founded Haven in 2006 by as a one-woman media buying business. As client relationships evolved, the company grew into a full-service agency and a preferred marketing partner to businesses and organizations throughout the tri-state region and beyond. Since its inception, haven has successfully navigated its partners through the ever-changing economic and media landscapes. Today, Haven is adapting to changing marketing conditions with a deep focus on sales performance, data science and creative brand building.
Website - https://www.onehaven.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/haven__marketing
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/haven-marketing-performance/
You can Connect More with Nichole Here -
www.Nicholemchphotography.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholemhoward/
@Nicholemchphotography on Insta and TikTok!

Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Kelly Lynn Adams, is an award-winning certified executive, leadership & life coach, international speaker, & creator of the perfectly imperfect podcast listened to globally. She is also the founder of the Empow(her) foundation that helps girls globally ages 7-17 cultivate confidence from the inside out. she is also the founder of the Womxn. Work. Worth. Movement, which has helped thousands of high-achieving leaders manage their mindset, maximize their time and monetize in their businesses. She works with individuals through one-on-one private coaching, in two of her signature group programs and speaks for brands, & organizations globally some of which include Kate Spade, Pinterest, NBA, The New York Times & Athleta.
You can connect with Kelly here -
www.KellyLynnAdams.com and on all social media channels
You can Connect More with Nichole Here -
www.Nicholemchphotography.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholemhoward/
@Nicholemchphotography on Insta and TikTok!

Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Hilary Young is a Branding Consultant and Content Strategist. With nearly 20 years of professional experience in the storytelling space, Hilary has helped brands across a variety of disciplines achieve greater success in the digital marketplace. Hilary has worked alongside entrepreneurs and marketing teams in order to develop their brand voice, tell powerful stories that connect with the right audience, and yield measurable results.
Prior to working in marketing, Hilary worked in television production for The Colbert Report, HBO, MTV, VH1 and CollegeHumor.com, where she oversaw production of sponsored content partnerships. Eventually, she shifted her focus away from TV and video to content and branding—still utilizing her skills as a storyteller through a different medium.
She currently resides in Philadelphia with her husband and two daughters.
Share your website, linkedin and/or instagram handles :Website: www.hilaryyoungcreative.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilaryyoungcreative/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hilaryyoungcreativeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilarysiegelyoung/
You can Connect More with Nichole Here -
www.Nicholemchphotography.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholemhoward/
@Nicholemchphotography on Insta and TikTok!

Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
In this episode we talk about -
- What is important to focus on when creating a personal brand (and its not just dollar signs!)
- What happens in your business and life when you are feeling authentically confident
- The important skill set all entrepreneurs need to be come wildly successful
Jackie Dragone is a business powerhouse! She is the founder of the WILDLY SUCCESSFUL movement and host of the WILDLY SUCCESSFUL Business Podcast, both where she helps women step out of the box and call their shots in life and business!
Her wheel-house is messaging, sales, and personal development. She has been told her superpower is finding and amplifying yours!!
You Can Connect more with Jackie Here - @iamjackiedragone on Insta and TikTok!
You can Connect More with Nichole Here -
www.Nicholemchphotography.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholemhoward/
@Nicholemchphotography on Insta and TikTok!




