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No to Normal

Welcome to the podcast that gives you permission to say no. No to boring. No to putting off your dreams. No to a job you hate. No to old habits that no longer serve you. No to imposter syndrome. No to normal.I’m your host, Danielle Renee, and I’ve spent the past 10 years trying new jobs, starting my own businesses, and moving across the country all in an attempt to build a life that doesn’t give the Sunday Scaries (if you know, you know). With this show, I’ll be sharing some of my favorite ventures,

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47 - The Secret to Hitting 5-Figure Months as a...

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2024/11/20

Have you been curious about TikTok Shop but don’t know where to start? Well, buckle up for a wild ride because today’s guest, Amanda Pacropis, is spilling all the secrets!Amanda left her 9-5 in pharmaceutical advertising earlier this year, and is now consistently earning 5-figures a month thanks to the TikTok Shop Affiliate program.In today’s episode, Amanda shares her best advice for how to:Pick the right products to sellCreate viral hooksPost consistently and never run out of ideasDeal with troll

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46 - The Perfection Trap: How to Stop Putting Your...

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2024/11/06

How many times have you waited to hit publish on something because “it’s not ready yet”? Or how much time have you spent researching HOW to do something, instead of actually doing it?You, my friend, have fallen into the “perfection” trap (no judgement: I know this trap well).While it may seem like you’re just trying to get everything perfect, you’re actually just procrastinating! You’re using the impossible goal of perfection as an excuse to stay in your comfort zone and never share your work or

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45 - How to Get Over Your Fear of Being Salesy on...

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2024/10/23

Let’s be honest: putting your thing out into the world is SCARY! Whether you’re an artist or a coach or a small business owner, it can always be uncomfortable talking about your product or service.You might start asking yourself “what if no one buys?”Or “what if people thing I’m being annoying?”Or, worst yet, “what if no one is paying attention at all and I just hear crickets every time I post?”And these are all totally natural fears, but they’re getting in your way! Your fear of being annoying or

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44 - Making the leap from part-time side hustle to...

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2024/10/02

Ah, the digital nomad life. Work from beautiful locations all over the world and have total freedom over your schedule every day. Sounds like a dream, right?Well, today’s guest has made that dream a reality but it took a while to get there. Emily Gillespie, a digital strategist and content creator, spent years working on her side hustle in the evenings and weekends while she worked her 9-5. She finally made the leap to full-time freelancer and today she’s sharing how she did it!In this episode, we

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43 - 6 Tips for Confidently Creating Content in...

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2024/09/18

Content creators, influencers, and solo-travelers alike all know the struggle of trying to film content in public. “Are people judging me? Do I look super cringey?” These are common (and totally valid!) thoughts, but you can’t let fear of judgement keep you from creating the content you want.In this episode, I’m sharing the 6 best tips for tackling the discomfort that comes with public content creation, so you can confidently step in front of the camera no matter where you are. I’m also sharing

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42 - How to Ditch Money Shame & Embrace Feel-Good...

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2024/09/04

If you’re tired of old-school financial advice that preaches restrictive spending so you can afford a house (because hey, that advice sucks and maybe you don’t even WANT to buy a house), this is the episode for you.Mimi Cirbusova, a certified financial education instructor and shame-free money mentor, knows that money is a truly personal topic and that one-size-fits-all advice does not work here. In this conversation, Mimi shares her advice for ditching the shame that so often comes with

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41 - Celebrating One Year of No to Normal: A Look...

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2024/08/21

No to Normal just turned one! *shoots confetti*That’s right, friends, the podcast is celebrating its one-year anniversary. And in order to celebrate this milestone, I wanted to take a little walk down memory lane and drop the very first guest episode I’ve ever done back in the feed.My episode with Ainsley Blattel from Modern Rebel is still one of my favorite conversations to date, and I’m excited to share it with newer listeners who maybe missed it the first time around.THANK YOU for coming along on

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40 - How to Chase Your “Crazy” Dreams (Even When...

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2024/08/07

What if the key to happiness, success, and personal fulfillment really came down to just putting fun, silly, and creative things out into the world? What if you embraced your crazy ideas instead of instantly thinking of all the reasons they won’t work?In today’s episode, I’ve invited Kyle Scheele, author, keynote speaker, and the “Patron Saint of Crazy Ideas” to answer those questions!Kyle shares how he became a keynote speaker after seeing a FB ad, how he landed a clothing deal with Urban

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39 - How I Landed my First 4-figure UGC Deal

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2024/07/24

The average price for a piece of UGC content is $212… but that’s not really enough to support yourself as a full-time creator, right? That’s where those 4-figure and recurring deals come in so handy! In today’s episode, I’m sharing the 4 things that I did to land my first $1,000 UGC deal, so you can do the same (even if you’re a new creator!)Want personalized advice to help you on your UGC journey? Book a 60-minute “Ask Me Anything” session.Is it pricing that’s tripping you up? Or trying to figure

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38 - Do affirmations work? Yes, but you may be doing...

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2024/07/10

If you’re interested in the personal development space like me, you’ve likely heard about the power of positive affirmations. Maybe you’ve even tried them out yourself, journaling or saying them when you first wake up.“I am confidence. I am capable. I am abundant. I am successful.”And while there is evidence to support that affirmations can be a healthy addition to your daily routine and effective in helping you develop a growth mindset, it’s not as simple as writing out these 3-word sentences.In

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37 - Ditch the Walmart parking lot: Fun & safe RV...

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2024/06/26

The number of people traveling and living in RVs/vans has grown a lot these past couple of years, but where are you supposed to park? RV parks and campgrounds that can cost more than $100 a night? Walmart parking lots? Free land out in the woods with no cell signal or people around?While all of these options have pros and cons, there are a couple of other options out there that are giving RVers an affordable place to stay while also providing amazing, 1-of-a-kind experiences.On today’s episode I’m

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36 - Finding Focus When You Have Too Many Ideas

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2024/06/12

If you’re a multi-passionate entrepreneur or creative, it can be so hard to decide on which idea to follow! When you’re constantly dreaming up new ideas and projects, how are you supposed to figure out which one is worth doing? And if you have multiple things you want to chase after, how do you make time for all of them in your day-to-day?In this episode, I’m sharing the BEST question to ask yourself when you’re feeling overwhelmed with possibilities to help you narrow your focus and actually start

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35 - How to Build (& Monetize!) a Community with...

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2024/05/29

Are the peak days of blogging long gone? Based on the growing popularity of Substack, it seems like written content is actually thriving more than ever!Substack is a way for writers and content creators to easily share newsletters with their readers, without all of the complicated & expensive tech that comes from normal email marketing platforms.On today’s episode, Karen Cherry talks about how she grew her Substack from zero to $18k and how you can do the same thing! Regardless of your niche or

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34 - The Mindset Shift You Need if You Feel Like...

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2024/05/15

“You’re not working hard enough. You’re not committed enough. Everyone else is doing better than you.” If this sounds like your internal monologue, then this episode is for you!Trust me, I know what it’s like to be your own toughest critic, but I think I’ve finally cracked the code on giving yourself grace and accepting where you’re at in your journey, even if it’s not as far along as you would like.By the end of this episode, you’ll have a new, simple strategy for reframing your negative thoughts

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33 - Paying for library late fees with cat photos (&...

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2024/05/08

Book-lovers rejoice! This week’s minisode is all about the joy of libraries.Today’s stories include:The library that looks like a park inside (& my inspiration for this topic)How Little Free Library grew from 1 location in Wisconsin to over 150,000 worldwideTwo librarians who went viral on social media for spreading their love of reading, destigmatizing mental health issues, and increasing access to books in their neighborhoodsA month-long initiative that allowed patrons to pay off their late

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32 - Wrangling the Doubt Monster: Tips for Dealing...

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2024/05/01

Whether you’re applying for jobs, trying to book new clients for your own business, or putting creative work out there as an artist, self-doubt is just a natural part of the process. Questions like “am I good enough?” and “why is everyone saying no?” are bound to pop up at some point. It’s those little thoughts that motivated Amy Bernstein to write her new book, Wrangling the Doubt Monster: Fighting Fears, Finding Inspiration.In today’s conversation, we cover Amy’s transition from a steady,

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31 - Is being a poet a “real” job? (Spoiler: yes!!)

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2024/04/03

Not only has Jennae Cecelia earned a living as a poet, she has self-published 13 books in the past 8 years! While her first book didn’t get the sales she had hoped, she just kept writing, and is now a best-selling author who writes commissioned poems and coaches other authors, in addition to releasing her own books.In today’s episode, we talk about how she stayed motivated when she was first starting out, how she markets herself as an author in 2024, what inspired her to write her new book, Come Be

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30 - Starting a New Chapter at 31

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2024/03/27

It’s my birthday and I’m celebrating by sharing a big announcement about the next chapter of my life! It’s time to say goodbye to Lake Tahoe (at least for now) to travel and go all-in on my UGC creation journey. And while leaving a place I love is really scary, there are so many inspiring women out there who didn’t discover their passion until later in life, so I’m choosing to trust that I’ll end up where I’m supposed to be.Follow along with the show, or ask me questions about today’s episode

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29 - Not Your Normal Book Club

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2024/03/20

If you like reading (a lot) and you like socializing (a little) then Silent Book Club was made for you! Now, what is Silent Book Club you might ask? It’s basically what it sounds like! It’s a chance to gather at a cool spot in your city and silently read a book of your choice amongst other book lovers. There’s no pressure to talk about what you’re reading or keep up with the pace of the other people in the group. It’s just a place to relax and connect with others at your own comfort level.On today’s

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28 - 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Hiring an...

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2024/03/13

It might seem like everyone has an online course these days, and honestly, I think that’s a good thing! It can save so much time and stress being able to learn from someone who has already achieved the goal you’re chasing.However, not all coaching programs are created equally, so this episode is going to walk you through the seven questions you should ask yourself before deciding to work with an online coach to make sure that it is going to be worth your time (and money)!Follow along with the show,

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