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I have been traveling a lot lately. And I am no lo

I have been traveling a lot lately. And I am no longer deep inside one of the local businesses that I helped lovingly build for 15 years, 🥲 but my passion for and dedication to helping small businesses hasn’t changed. Not even a smidge.

I feel actually pretty lucky that I get to work with so many local businesses through Lauren Davis Creative and Winnebago Buy Local because it continues to fine tune my taste for what real homegrown businesses think, feel, experience.

Even when I travel, the friends I’m with say “oh we are definitely going to choose a local business to go to tonight, because Lauren is with us.” ♥️🙃

Well hey, if I have that influence across the country, I love it. It’s not something that makes me special but it sure as hell makes a community special.

Did you know 65,000 US local businesses have had to close since 2019?

Did you also know that when you buy locally nearly half of that $ comes back to your local community which is much more than when you choose to spend at a big box store or on Amazon.

Think about the local staples where you live. Would you be saddened if they had to close?

When I meet with clients or friends I always choose a local place first regardless of where I’m at.

It’s important to me to support the small businesses that make each community say “oh when you’re in town you HAVE to check out this spot.”

You can vote for your community and what it looks like with your dollars too. Buy locally, dine locally, buy artist and handmade, buy Black and from POC. Invest in your community by supporting small. ♥️

Do you support local businesses where you’re at?

P.S. to my friends in Winnebago County, Illinois, happy Official Winnebago Buy Local Month!

#localbusiness #localbusinessowner #localbusinessowners #buylocalart #buywbl #gorockford #buyinglocal #buyhandmade #buysecondhand #rockfordil #rockfordillinois

I’ve been getting booked for more speaking throu

The Freaking Tetons. God. . . . . . . . . #montana

The Freaking Tetons.
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#montana #roadtrip #tetons #travelforwork #travelislife #tetonsnationalpark #wyominglife #travelingandworking #travelreels #vanlifekat #vanlife #workingandtraveling @katrinakibben

Just a little memory that a friend sent me this we

Just a little memory that a friend sent me this week! When I met Seth Godin, OG marketer, who wrote the first marketing book I ever read and …. Instead of posing naturally like a human being I made the Arthur fist. It’s all I see when I look at this photo. Hahah

#sethgodin #freeprizeinside #marketingstrategist #speakerstrategist

🏔 I didn’t know I’d be in love with Montana

🏔 I didn’t know I’d be in love with Montana like this.
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#montana #roadtrip #yellowstonepark #travelforwork #travelpartners #northyellowstone #travelingandworking #travelreels #vanlifekat #vanlife #workingandtraveling @katrinakibben

I don’t usually post things like this on my feed

I don’t usually post things like this on my feed but I have to say this testimonial I was given meant a lot to me, the past year has been a challenging year, and the thing that has kept me feeling energized is when I get to spend time with people who are passionate.

When I get to help them with the excitement and wonder they have and help them share it with the world—this speaker took the work we did together and ran with it! They inspired me to create the offer I’ll be talking more about in October that is one of the biggest things exciting me about my business in the last few years.

This one meant a lot and I wanted to celebrate it with you. Thanks for reading.

#contentmarketingtips #ceoofmylife #smallbusinesstips #businessownersofinstagram #speakersofinstagram #speakingcoach #publicspeaker #speakerlife #motivationalspeaker

✌️ #travelforwork #travelingagain #travelgram

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#travelforwork #travelingagain #travelgram #ilovetotravel✈️ #ilovetotravel #ohare #chicago

This is part 2 of the little video I recorded in t

This is part 2 of the little video I recorded in the Ozarks this week while I was there helping a speaker!

They sparked me to share the 3 Questions we walk through in our work together and that I’ve developed from working with dozens of sought-after highly qualified speakers.

This is part of the program I’m launching for speakers (sooooon!) but they reminded me that these questions help the most wise and practiced speaker to the speaker who has their core presentation and is just starting out… Live or virtual…(This is the clif notes version of course.

I walk my speaker clients through developing and optimizing these steps in their presentations so they can get their next big gigs and so they represent themselves as the most memorable speaker at the event. So whether or not they sell from stage their speaking career makes them money and makes them soooo happy. Whether it’s to a local chamber, a virtual meeting room, or a conference of 5000 people.

1. The first part is Communication: is the presentation saying what you want it to say? Or is it saying what you *think* it says… Are there communication breakdowns somewhere. Are there parts you should slow down for clarity or parts you get stuck on that should be removed because they complicate the important point?

2. The second question…How will you create opportunities at the event for the audience or event organizers to engage with you or your content

3. And the third, how will you create opportunities for engagement in real life or online post event. Will those people who saw you be in contact?

There are subtle ways to do all of these things in your own way, bring out your own personality and shine as the brightest speaker or leader at whatever event you choose to speak at.

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#entreprenurial #entrepreneurship #womensupportingwomen #womensretreat #businessretreat #businesscoachingforwoman #startingmyownbusiness #smallbusinessowner #infj #enneagram2 #enneagram9 #enneagram5w4

“Turns out I didn’t hate myself. I hated not b

“Turns out I didn’t hate myself. I hated not being myself.” I saw someone say that this week but I can’t remember where. It hit me. We are coming up on a year.

This time of year, last year, my life changed a lot when I asked for something that I deserved, and was responded to with an answer I didn’t expect.

In a way, me sticking up for what I needed, was what ultimately changed my life. The response I got set me free in a way, even though I didn’t feel that exactly at the time. It was confusing then, but I’m thankful now, for how things turned out…

I’ve spent this year in the most unimaginable sadness, happiness, reflection, fear, excitement, death, self-work, butterflies, chronic illness, tears, forgiveness, laughter and I’m surrounded by love.

I mean… I’ve felt the kind of love and grace and space I’ve never allowed myself to feel before from clients, friendships, strangers, and family.

This year I’ve clawed my way through what felt like the upside down in Stranger Things and found ways to create and live much more in honesty with my own feelings.

I found so many pieces of myself I tucked away out of convenience. I’ve seen the true colors of people around me.

Some people say they’re entering their villain era at this phase, but I’m not.

I’m entering the era of appreciation and gratitude for my life—of not being underestimated—of forgiveness and peace and of speaking the truth a little louder.

I’ll never let myself get so far away from myself again or be quiet at expense of myself. Every day is a new day to practice for me to love being myself. ♥️

#learningaboutmyself #divorcerecovery #selflove #infj #enneagram2w1 #enneagram2w3 #infjlove #villainera

Howdy from the Ozarks! I am here helping a client

Howdy from the Ozarks! I am here helping a client today as they speak at #moshrm #moshrm22 and they sparked me to share the 3 Questions we walk through in our work together and that I’ve developed from working with dozens of sought-after highly qualified speakers.

This is part of the program I’m launching for speakers (sooooon!) but they reminded me that these questions help the most wise and practiced speaker to the speaker who has their core presentation and is just starting out… Live or virtual…(This is the clif notes version of course.

I walk my speaker clients through developing and optimizing these steps in their presentations so they can get their next big gigs and so they represent themselves as the most memorable speaker at the event. So whether or not they sell from stage their speaking career makes them money and makes them soooo happy. Whether it’s to a local chamber, a virtual meeting room, or a conference of 5000 people.

The first part is Communication: is the presentation saying what you want it to say? Or is it saying what you *think* it says… Are there communication breakdowns somewhere. Are there parts you should slow down for clarity or parts you get stuck on that should be removed because they complicate the important point?

Follow for 2 more tips coming in my next reel. 🙂

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#entreprenurial #entrepreneurship #womensupportingwomen #womensretreat #businessretreat #businesscoachingforwoman #startingmyownbusiness #smallbusinessowner #infj #enneagram2 #enneagram9 #enneagram5

I love everything about this small business and wh

I love everything about this small business and what they stand for and the smiles and laughter behind the content shoot always make it that much more enjoyable.

Thanks @lucettesalon for a fun afternoon! Stay tuned into Lucette’s Instagram to see everything we did today as it rolls out!

#socialmediamarketing #smallbusinesssocialmedia #smallbusinessowners #smallbusinessownersclub #enneagram2 #infjgirl #socialmediastrategies

✨ She just needs more attention, ya know? ✨ #

✨ She just needs more attention, ya know? ✨

#shichipuppy #chihuahuasofinstagram_ #doginfluencer #gardendogs #shichisofinstagram #shitzu #shihtzu #shihtzusofinstagram #jackrusselllove #coffeebeandavis #plantythings #plantlove #plantsmakepeoplehappy

I’m starting to feel like me again. Business, pe

I’m starting to feel like me again. Business, personal life, all of it. ✨

Is anyone else an introverted social person? Lordddd I love being under the covers with good music blaring, coffee and a journal, or my laptop.

In fact I thrive with a lot of alone time to *charge up* but I also love an opportunity to wear something that never sees the light of day from my closet, cheers with some friends to new lives, birthdays, new loves, challenges, jobs, clients and more.

Here’s are few moments from my June/July 2022 memory lately I don’t want to forget.

P.S. everyone jokes I’m gone all the time 😉 Half the time I’m sitting at my desk in Rockford, or taking Bean on adventure walks, so if you want to hang, let’s do it! But not tonight. ‘Cuz I’m in my jammies charging up. 🙂

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#workfromanywhere🌎 #findingmyselfagain #marketingcoach #enneagram2w3 #enneagram2w1 #infjpersonalitytype #infjlife #socialmediacoach #travelingisfun #ilovemyjob❤️ #divorcerecovery #travelingandworking #travelingforwork

Have your BEST work day x 100!!! ✨✨✨ Molly a

Have your BEST work day x 100!!! ✨✨✨
Molly and I excitedly announced that applications are open for The Work Retreat on my podcast this week. A special 2-Day Fall retreat for women who are doing the outer work and the inner work of being an entrepreneur.

You know how amazing it feels when you get to change environments and really focus in on your work? How badass and wonderful it feels to get clarity on your message and the why behind your business? Imagine that times 1000 and with a community of women who will become your friends for life.

Good food. Coffee. Friendship. Community. Self-Development and Mindset work. Masterminding. Business brainstorming. Learning. Personal branding and marketing help and more.

There are only 12 spots available and we are reviewing applications as they come in. We are so happy to see the incredible women who are applying!

The cost is…. Well, let’s say we made it very affordable for three reasons.

After the years of 2020-2021 we know that you’re craving to build community again. We also wanted it to be accessible for all levels of entrepreneurs so we made it a sliding scale. You pay what you can on the scale, no questions asked. Third, this is our beta retreat and we want to do more, that means you get the opportunity to come to the retreat at our lowest price.

Find out more at the link in my bio. We can’t wait to see you there. ♥️ p.s. The retreat is my birthday week in St. Louis so you know we will have to do a little toast!

#entreprenurial #entrepreneurship #womensupportingwomen #womensretreat #businessretreat #businesscoachingforwoman #startingmyownbusiness #smallbusinessowner #infj #enneagram2 #enneagram9 #enneagram5

I’ll never forget when I met @haileyfedd. She wa

I’ll never forget when I met @haileyfedd. She was 2 and I was 18, and she crawled into my lap and looked right into my soul.

It was the same night I met her mommy, @katrinkle, who fell asleep 15 min after we met 😂.

I told my boyfriend Skyler, “I really like your sister but what’s up with her falling asleep? Do you think she’s ok?” 😂 A week later we found out she was pregnant with @hayden_feds and he was making her sleepy. ♥️♥️♥️

I had a moment today where I thought about how much time has passed. A flash of all the many moments we have had through the years as I picked them up from school some days, enthusiastically attended band and choir concerts, shared lots of serious quiet moments along with laughter and excited texts, local coffee shop coffees, haircuts, new school orientations, ninja classes, class projects, and experiences we’ve experienced together in those years.

I’m lucky I get to be their aunt, that they choose to keep me as their aunt now, and that I get to celebrate their 15th and 17th birthdays with them now. Today we treated ourselves to an overnight in Chicago. A trip to an experiential museum, a fancy hotel, a cute Instagram-worthy dinner that we forgot to take pics of, deep conversations, sharing of music, mocktails, and jokes and things I get to learn from their generation that I’m thankful for. I wouldn’t trade a minute.

Happy Birthday Hayden and Hailey. Our memories are so very special to me.

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Molly and I have been up to a million magical thin

Molly and I have been up to a million magical things behind the scenes. ✨✨✨✨

1.) First — This beautiful and personal podcast episode where we discuss how scary it is to leave a successful career to start your own biz… and the work you do to deeply know who you are and what you stand for — how that can keep you on the path to what you’ve always dreamed of.

2.) Second — A retreat we are planning for entrepreneurial women in October together (the week of my birthday!) and why we are so excited about it. Imagine 2 days to work on your project. Is it a book? A speaking or consulting career? A business? 2 days doing the inner work and outer work of personal branding with Molly and I in St. Louis is going to be special and we are taking applications now. (Application in my bio!)

Listen to this clip, and then listen to our short episode. Molly shares some amazing advice and I know you’ll love this. ♥️ Let me know if you listen!

#ncaacoach #innerwork #personalbrandingtips #buildingmybrand #youarethebrand #mollygrisham #buildingyourlegacy #businesstips

Yesterday was a perfect day in Carmel-by-the-Sea f

Yesterday was a perfect day in Carmel-by-the-Sea for a wedding! Thank you so much for inviting me Kris! Love you already, Paige.

I love, love. ♥️ Something the officiant said yesterday, in a relationship the most important thing you can learn to truly feel and say often isn’t I love you, it’s “thank you.” ♥️✨ I thought that was beautiful.

I wish you so much happiness for all of your days!

#californiawedding #weddingbythesea #carmelbythesea #travelallthetime

I was a chronic over-worker. I learned in my early

I was a chronic over-worker. I learned in my early 20’s that working hard or taking action over and over could be a way to temporarily solve stress, problems, and change the energy of people around me at least for awhile.

“If I could just make myself more useful then I can fix this.” It would work. Until it didn’t again. It was a sorry little stitch in a big hole, and once that stitch broke free the hole unraveled quickly. It wasn’t just one part of my life. It was my whole identity.

If you think the only way to be loved is to be useful, I hope you see this. You don’t need to work harder, you don’t need to abandon your feelings of needing rest, and you’re not wrong for desiring peace. You’re not lazy or “extravagant” for taking time for yourself.

You don’t need to drop everything to help everyone else before yourself, and it doesn’t mean you’re selfish.

I’m learning now, while also running a six figure business, and while also putting my life together in a new way, that amidst all of those things — don’t need to be useful to anyone to exist or have love. I can be there for my clients, friends, and family because I want to and not as a means to simply survive my life… a life that should be so beautiful, and is so beautiful.

I’m starting with some slower days. And I’ll tell you, it’s hard some days for the many days that feel AMAZING.

The slow days lie to me and tell me I’m “not as smart/fast as I used to be” I can be very mean to myself which I’m working on too as a result of slowing myself down, but I’m practicing over and over and learning to love these intentional slow days where I get to be present and remind myself who I am.

#slowmornings #slowdays #slowerliving #overworked #thinkingminds #coffeemornings #ceolifestyle #entrepreneurship #abundancequotes #peaceovereverything

✨TIP for creating content: ✨ Start with the wa

✨TIP for creating content: ✨
Start with the way in which content comes easily to you, and then repurpose from there. What do I mean by this?

If I were to ask you to talk about a topic you’re passionate about, would it be easiest for you to:

A) Speak about it audibly off the top of your head?

B) Write about it and express yourself through written word?

Neither is right/wrong and often I see business owners beat themselves up because they can’t just open up a camera and talk, OR they can’t just write something down, and would rather do a voice memo or video.

If talking it out comes easier to you, start with video or recording.

If writing from your brain comes easier to you, start by writing.

Let’s say you start with video — Record short-form videos for TT/ Reels, or longer-form video of yourself for YT or FB.

Record an elaborated audio for a podcast.

From there, you could even transcribe it and clean it up for blog and social posts.

Take your most memorable themes from that episode and create great graphics using Canva.

Start with talking on video because it's what feels good and easy to you.

BUT — If writing comes easier to you, write it out of your head first.

Create a blog post or email from it. Condense the text for social media posts that lead your audience to your email signup ...

Get it out of your head onto paper or your phones note pad, organize it, and then read it or say it out loud for a podcast episode.

Take bits and pieces to use for reels and TT. Take screen shots of the notepad in your phone to create a post.

Highlight different themes within and use them for tweets.

Do what feels good and least resistant to you first.

Start there — and THEN move onto the rest. Make creating content feel fun for you.

And with both of these options - Ask yourself how your customers can connect the dots of your pieces of content, how will it help them? How will they get in touch with you after they come across it?

I'd LOVE to know what comes EASIEST TO YOU!

P.S. a pic at the end just for fun because I’ve been to a lot of beautiful places recently. 🙂

#contentmarketingtips #ceoofmylife #smallbusinesstips #businessownersofinstagram

Ok this is a cheesy post for the year to tell you

Ok this is a cheesy post for the year to tell you that I went to Lolo National Forest, look at how dorky I’m smiling. ♥️✌️

Many of the close people in my life call me Lo or Lolo, (or even Lois… 😂) so it was a happy cute little moment for me and honestly one of the most beautiful forests I’ve seen so far in my 34-year life.

Montana has been magical as far as views, decompressing, and spending time with good people.
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📸 @katrinakibben. Thanks for showing me this place… So intentional and kind.

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#workfromanywhere🌎 #findingmyselfagain #marketingcoach #enneagram2w3 #enneagram2w1 #infjpersonalitytype #infjlife #socialmediacoach #travelingisfun #ilovemyjob❤️ #divorcerecovery #travelingandworking #travelingforwork

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