Are your money-making ideas protected legally? The online world can be a dog-eat-dog space where people can and will steal your intellectual property. There are certain safeguards that CEOs like you can put in place to protect your businesses from these cyber thieves. Legal matters may seem daunting and unnecessary, but I assure you, your creative genius needs to be secure. In this week’s episode of Roadmap to $1 Million, I’m discussing the importance of protecting intellectual property with attorney, Nequosha Anderson of Anderson Law Firm.  Listen to the episode to learn: What to do if someone is stealing your content What entrepreneurs need to understand about protecting their digital assets Essential steps for Next Level CEOs to take to protect their intellectual property How to protect and leverage your money-making ideas What stage of business you should be in to work with an IP attorney Trademarks, Copyrights, Contracts & more! About Nequosha Anderson:  Nequosha is a business and intellectual property attorney for the last nine years who assists primarily women creatives who want to legally protect their income-producing ideas. She safeguards businesses and brand assets to ensure their intellectual property is secure and not stolen, allowing the business owner to creatively operate in their genius and not be robbed of what’s rightfully theirs. She serves clients in this space throughout the United States. Follow Nequosha on social media: Instagram | Facebook Want our top 5 podcast episodes to help you improve your marketing and scale your business? Head over to our site to sign up! StacyZeal.co/Podcast to get the episodes!

CEO, does your business feel like it’s running smoothly or is it feeling chaos as you scale? As businesses grow, we experience growing pains.  Things falling through the cracks.  More projects with more moving pieces that getting harder and harder to manage.  If you’re feeling any of the above, it’s time to streamline your business operations. Imagine how much time you and your team could save if you had the right systems and automation in place to run parts of your business without having to touch them. That’s possible when you focus on streamlining your systems and operations. In this week’s episode of Roadmap to $1 Million, I’m talking all things systems with business operations expert Lanisha Thadison of B.E. Crowned.  Listen to the episode to learn: Why streamlining your systems and operations should be a top priority for Next Level CEOs Signs it’s time to focus on creating/updating systems in your business Where to start with finding the right tech and tools to automate your tasks How to know whether you need to hire a Virtual Assistant or an Operations Manager The 3 main ways to segment your tasks to start streamlining And so much more! About Lanisha Thadison:  Lanisha has over a decade of experience streamlining processes, creating workflows and implementing systems and automation in the healthcare industry. Now she is working with dynamic entrepreneurs, like yourself, to get their systems streamlined as well. She has worked with 6 & 7-figure businesses streamlining their people processes and technology.  She’s sharing her secrets with others and today must be your lucky day because she’s gonna show you how you can do the same. Yep, she’s got a few secrets up her sleeve when it comes to running her business like a well-oiled machine. Lanisha created a FREE Workbook On "How to Streamline Your Business Systems" and because we’re good friends, she has agreed to let me share it here… (yes, you’re welcome!) So you can also have a 3-hour work day and still book clients while going on a vacation to some tropical country and sipping pina coladas on a warm, sunny day. (just like us!) Sounds fun?  Click here to grab a copy of her workbook for FREE! Link >> https://www.becrownedvips.com/streamline-your-systems Also here is the link to her Masterclass on March 22, 2023 at 6 pm Central.  Link>> streamlineyoursuccess.net Follow Lanisha on social media: Instagram | Facebook Tools Mentioned: Loom Screen Recording Honeybook CRM (Affiliate Link) OneUp Social Scheduling (Affiliate Link) Time to take your marketing to the next level? Book A Call to talk about how a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer could be just what you need to hit your next revenue milestone!

Are you neglecting your website, CEO? You may think it’s no big deal, but this week’s guest and I beg to differ. Unlike your social media accounts where the owners can change the algorithm at any time, your website is something that you own and have complete creative control over. If you’re ready for an upgrade and want to know the key areas to focus on, this episode is for you.   In this week’s episode of Roadmap to $1 Million, I’m having an informative discussion with Tyneshia Dise of The Innovative Design Group.  Listen to the episode to learn: Why you need to pay attention to how your website looks and functions How to know if your website is actually converting How to know if & when it’s time to upgrade your website Website trends for 2023 And so much more! About The Innovative Design Group:  At The Innovative Design Group, we build informative online courses, sales funnels, and membership sites with Kajabi. A platform that empowers users to create educational content and showcases what they know best. If a Kajabi website isn't the right fit, we have you covered with WordPress, a platform millions of business owners use worldwide. We specialize in working with business coaches, real estate professionals, and e-commerce entrepreneurs. When you work with our team, we'll create a plan that fits the needs of your business and helps you achieve your goals. Follow The Innovative Design Group on social media: Instagram | LinkedIn Time to take your marketing to the next level? Book A Call to talk about how a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer could be just what you need to hit your next revenue milestone!

Are you a creative entrepreneur looking to improve your marketing in 2023? Today’s special guest has over 13 years of experience backing up her advice on increasing business visibility, diversifying income, and attracting new clients for Creators and Influencers.  In this week’s episode of Roadmap to $1 Million, I’m having an eye-opening talk with Michelle Thames, Founder & CEO of Thames Media Solutions. Listen to the episode to learn: Why “Marketing isn’t just one thing” Why Creators & Influencers need to diversify their marketing Behind-the-scenes tips and strategies we learned working with big brands like MIELLE Organics & Zappos The biggest challenges that content creators will face in 2023 And so much more! Are you a Creator, Podcaster, Influencer, or other Creative Entrepreneur looking to make more money in 2023? Join 35+ speakers (including Stacy Zeal!) at the Creative Entrepreneur Online Summit on March 10-12 2023 to learn how to make money online doing what you love. Sign Up for the FREE Creative Entrepreneur Online Summit!  About Michelle Thames:  Michelle Thames is an award-winning blogger turned Online Business & Marketing Strategist who has helped catapult companies like multi-million dollar beauty brand MIELLE Organics, from a startup to becoming a household name by leveraging organic social media and digital marketing strategies. She is the host of the top-rated global podcast Social Media Decoded which aims to simplify social media so that businesses can thrive online. She teaches creative entrepreneurs how to get their businesses visible, how to attract more clients, and how to monetize by leveraging organic marketing and social media. She has been a social media influencer and content creator for 13 years working with brands like Olay, Subway, Toyota, Culver’s, Choose Chicago, Stitch Fix, Lexus, Southwest, and more. Follow Michelle on social media: Instagram Time to take your marketing to the next level? Book A Call to talk about how a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer could be just what you need to hit your next revenue milestone!  

In e-commerce, it’s so easy to become distant from your consumers. Many consumers are craving a more human experience and are more likely to purchase from brands that they trust and feel connected to. You may have a lot of prospects, but building relationships and trust is the way to convert those prospects into paying customers. If you’re looking to increase your profit by closing more customers, this episode is for you!  In this week’s episode of Roadmap to $1 Million, I’m having an insightful chat with Tyriek McDaniel, Founder of Profit Restore. Listen to the episode to learn: Why more traffic isn’t always the solution to your growth How tools like Profit Restore humanize commerce Top 4 most common reasons your prospects aren’t completing the sale Building trust in an A.I. marketing world When to invest in cart optimization software And so much more! About Tyriek McDaniel: Over the last 15 years Tyriek made the transition from developer to marketer to marketing technologist. He describes himself as a marketing technology native that enjoys building solutions for problems that businesses sometimes/ don't know that they have.  Follow Tyriek on social media: TikTok, Facebook, IG Ready to maximize your social media efforts with Facebook Ads, without hiring a pricey ad agency? Want to confidently put your sales and lead generation on autopilot with your own team? Join the beta launch of our new course Maximize With Ads by March 8, 2023 so that Stacy teaches the modules live and gives you the opportunity to shape what’s included to best serve your needs! Join Maximize With Ads Time to take your marketing to the next level? Book A Call to talk about how a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer could be just what you need to hit your next revenue milestone!  

It takes exceptional drive to build and scale a business in America today, but it takes a special kind of grit to do it as a minority. CEOs of color have amazing stories that inspire others trying to break down barriers and fight through things like Imposter Syndrome. The Roadmap to $1 Million Podcast has been invited to join the Preferred Podcast Partners for Founding in Color Season 2 on Peacock!  In this special bonus episode of Roadmap to $1 Million, I’m having an amazing conversation with Chris Witherspoon, CEO & Founder of PopViewers, about his inspiring story of becoming a black founder and CEO.  Listen to the episode to learn: How Chris Witherspoon journeyed from entertainment journalism to founder of PopViewers How Chris used driving for Lyft as market research for his app How to shift from shame to strategy to bring your vision to life Advice on fundraising, building your power team and more gems for founders of color And so much more!    About Chris Witherspoon:  Chris Witherspoon, CEO & Founder of PopViewers, is an entrepreneur, entertainment journalist, and producer with a signature, accessible approach to media and culture. PopViewers is a community app built to deliver next-level audience sentiment that helps viewers decide what to watch next! Follow Chris on social media: @witherspoonc @popviewers   About Founding in Color: Founding in Color, a three-part docuseries from Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs, shines the spotlight on eleven Black and Latino startup founders. The series features Maisha Burt, Ofo Ezeugwu, Marcus Jimenez, Maryann Kilgallon, Dustin D. McMahon, Shontay Lundy, Folasade’ Ogunmokun, Lorel Scott, Brandon Winfield, Rodney Williams, and Chris Witherspoon as they get candid about navigating race, family, identity, mental health, and more, all while building and scaling businesses in America today.  Watch the series on Peacock. Learn more about the show and the founders.   Time to take your marketing to the next level? Send me a DM on Voxer or Book A Call to talk about how a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer could be just what you need to hit your next revenue milestone!

833% increase in searches from 2 seconds of product placement. Streaming numbers through the roof for songs that came out 10 years ago. WOW! Whether you saw the show or not, you likely knew about it before the Super Bowl thanks to excellent marketing. This performance was just a big opportunity for Rihanna and her marketing team hit a home run with the promo. If you want to maximize your next launch like Rihanna did, this episode if for you.  In this week’s episode of Roadmap to $1 Million, I’m teaching you 3 powerful marketing lessons that I learned from Rihanna’s Super Bowl Halftime Show. Listen to the episode to learn: How you can maximize your next launch like Rihanna 3 Important Marketing Lessons from the Half Time Show The importance of diversifying your marketing Why you always need to get in front of new people no matter how big your brand is Why it matters to build up anticipation  And so much more!  It’s time to Maximize your Money. Catch me LIVE on February 23 6pm EST for a power-packed FREE 60-minute workshop that will dramatically shortcut your path to selling out your next workshop, summit, or course launch with Facebook Ads! Sign up here!  Time to take your marketing to the next level? Send me a DM on Voxer or Book A Call to talk about how a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer could be just what you need to hit your next revenue milestone!

Wondering what your best options are for managing your Facebook Ads? Think ad agencies are the best way to go? This episode will answer that and more! There’s no doubt how beneficial Facebook Ads can be to helping you scale your business. However, when it comes to actually running those Facebook Ads, CEOs can become overwhelmed by all of the choices. That’s why I’ve narrowed it down for you to three easy to understand options for who should run your Facebook ads.  In this week’s episode of Roadmap to $1 Million, I’m discussing the 3 best options for running and managing your Facebook ads.  Listen to the episode to learn: Top 3 Options For Running And Managing Your Ads Pros And Cons Of Each Option What Support You Need To Run Your Own Ads An Alternative To A Traditional Ad Agency And so much more!  Get ready to Maximize your Money. Catch me LIVE on February 23 6pm EST for a power-packed FREE 60-minute workshop that will dramatically shortcut your path to selling out your next workshop, summit, or course launch with Facebook Ads! Sign up here!  Time to take your marketing to the next level? Send me a DM on Voxer or Book A Call to talk about how a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer could be just what you need to hit your next revenue milestone!

The thought of running your own Facebook ads in-house can be extremely daunting, but let me let you in on a little secret: it really isn’t as big of a deal as you might think.  In this week’s episode of Roadmap to $1 Million, I am giving you the 3 keys to success when it comes to running your own Facebook ads in-house.  Listen to the episode to learn: What type of business models benefit from ads How to know if ads will work for your business 3 things you need in place to run your own ads in-house And so much more!  Ready to make 2023 the year you finally hit $1 Million? The 1st thing you need is a marketing strategy that addresses 6 key areas you must focus on to create exponential growth. Grab our free guide to create your Million Dollar Marketing Strategy. Time to take your marketing to the next level? Send me a DM on Voxer or Book A Call to talk about how a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer could be just what you need to hit your next revenue milestone!

We’re officially one month into 2023, how are you feeling CEO? I hope you’re confident that this will be your best year yet! What if your business could reach new heights in 2023 without you feeling exhausted and burned out? In this week’s episode of Roadmap to $1 Million, I am giving you 3 Facebook & Instagram Ad strategies that you can implement within your marketing right now to prevent CEO burnout this year. Listen to the episode to learn: Strategies to work smarter and not harder in 2023 How to optimize your time as a CEO Ways to generate leads before a new launch How to rejuvenate your best content Tips for re-engaging leads already in your funnel  And so much more!  Ready to make 2023 the year you finally hit $1 Million? The 1st thing you need is a marketing strategy that addresses 6 key areas you must focus on to create exponential growth. Grab our free guide to create your Million Dollar Marketing Strategy. Time to take your marketing to the next level? Send me a DM on Voxer or Book A Call to talk about how a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer could be just what you need to hit your next revenue milestone!