Owning Up

Hello listeners! I’m Caroline Schafer, the Podcast Producer for the AMSE Agency.  It is February: the month of showing and receiving love with candy hearts, boxed chocolates, flowers, and all things romance. While Valentine’s Day is reserved for your loved one, Galentine’s Day is just what AMSE ordered! This month, we show you - our members - all the love as we celebrate you and your business with our monthly events.   On February 3rd at 12:00 pm EST, you can spend a few minutes on Facebook with our CEO and Founder, Moni, as she shares her love for helping AMSE members by chatting about all things AMSE!  Then, following our Facebook Live, at 1:30 pm EST, you can join our monthly Member Orientation. At AMSE, we constantly strive to show you how we are here for you and make your entrepreneurial life less stressful. Because that’s what love is all about! Whether your relationship with AMSE is brand new or you’ve been with us for a while now, this is the perfect time to find out all the benefits of being an AMSE member.    February 8th at 1:30 pm EST is a Masterclass that creators will love! Nicte Cuevas will teach on Mastering Video and Visual Content Creation. Video marketing captivates your audience and takes your business and brand to another level. Nicte teaches us what sweethearts Adobe Rush and Adobe Creative Cloud are all about in this masterclass by guiding us with her significant knowledge and experience. She knows that they are perfect for designing the content that best showcases your brand and business. Sign up for this class today on your dashboard!  Do you ever feel like your business could use a spark? A little extra love? Since love is definitely in the air this month, join us on February 15th at 1:30 pm EST for our monthly Co-working event. You’re sure to be moonstruck by this event as it is the perfect time to share your questions and bounce ideas off of other AMSE members.  What could be more of a perfect match than AMSE members joining together with their favorite coffee and chatting about life? Well, maybe having some chocolate, too? So, on February 16th at 10 am EST, join us for our monthly Coffee Chat. We have dedicated this time with our AMSE members and admire you for being you! We’d love for you to embrace this “non-business” time with us.   February 17th at 1:30 pm EST is our second Masterclass with Mike Knorr. Mike is the VP of Marketing and Sales at That Company. And in this class, you’ll learn Video Marketing 101 for 2022. Technology is constantly changing, but your passion for your business doesn’t have to. Mike will show us how to be head over heels for using video to improve our sales and marketing. So sign up on your dashboard today to learn how to give your business that extra love and affection it needs with this masterclass.  February 22nd is our monthly Group Coaching event. Join us at 1:30 pm EST as AMSE shows you why your business doesn’t have to be like a box of chocolates, never knowing what you’re going to get. Instead, our coaches help take away the guesswork by revealing the best choices to meet your specific taste for your business.    Cupid shot his arrow at our Masterclasses because we have one more to share with you during this month. February 24th at 1:30 pm EST, Anna Larson and Selena Conmackie are experts ongoing live on social media platforms. Join them as they teach you how to enchant your audience with live videos. These ladies will sweep you off your feet with their knowledge, energy, and humor! So sign up for their class on your AMSE dashboard today!  Remember, your AMSE Member dashboard is the place to register for all the online events. Plus, you can find all you need to start, grow, and elevate your business!  If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join our Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out our previous episodes for encouragement, connection, and information.  We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Please email us at hello@amseagency.com

Hello listeners! I’m Caroline Schafer, the Podcast Producer for the AMSE Agency.  Happy New Year! With 2021 behind us, we can face 2022 with the assurance of the newness that it offers. Whether you’re the kind of person who sets resolutions or not, AMSE is here to at least help keep you focused on your business goals with our monthly events and classes.   On January 6th at 12:00 pm EST, AMSE’s CEO, Moni Jefferson, brings her enthusiasm and goes live on Facebook to fill you in with all of the things AMSE has going on and coming up!  Then, following Facebook Live, you can join us for our monthly Member Orientation at 1:30 pm EST. Whether you’ve been a member for a while or are new, this is a great time to learn about all the great benefits of being an AMSE member!   January 11th at 1:30 pm is our first Masterclass of the year - Masterclass with Delano Saporu. As an entrepreneur or freelancer, business development and strategy are important tools to help you grow your business. However, starting a new venture can be stressful and intimidating. This course is designed to help you build the basics of business development and provide helpful tools that take the stress away from tracking your growth. Sign up for this class today!  January 18th at 1:30 pm EST is our monthly Co-working event. If you’ve never joined one, it’s a great way to get encouraged and inspired in 2022 by other AMSE members.  Grab your coffee for this next event because January 19th is our 10 am Coffee Chat! You can stay in your pj’s if you’d like. Just join us as we chat with each other about life, business, and all the things!   January 20th at 1:30 pm EST is our second Masterclass with Hubspot. Learn from Magdaline Small, Head of Partnerships at Hubspot, how to effectively use strategy and processes to boost your sales. Effective sales processes boost conversions, turn more potential customers into closed deals, and ensure all of your reps provide customers with positive and consistent experiences — no matter who they're talking to. This class will give you the tools to start the new year off right! January 25th is the monthly Group Coaching event. Join us at 1:30 pm EST as AMSE Coach Moniek James hosts this month’s event. She is the owner of Renegade Creative Media Group, a veteran, and a master content strategist. It’s going to be a productive and fun time!   We finish off the month with a final Masterclass. January 27th at 1:30 pm, join Boss Lady Bio to learn how to use sales strategies using quick and easy tools. Sign up today so you can round off your month with strategies to take your business in the best direction for the rest of 2022!  If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join our Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out our previous episodes for encouragement, connection, and information.  We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amseagency.com

Hello listeners! I’m Caroline Schafer, the Podcast Producer for the AMSE Agency.  If you haven’t already pulled out your holiday decorations, it is time to get busy and get in the Clark Griswold spirit! Hang all the lights, trim the tree, and tinsel it up! But, just so you don’t get lost in the eggnog, cookie exchanges, gift wrapping, and travel itineraries, AMSE still has our monthly virtual activities to keep you and your business on track this holiday season!   On December 2nd at 12:00 pm EST, Moni brings all the joy of the season with our monthly Facebook Live!  Then, when Facebook Live ends, join us for a jolly ole’ time at our monthly Member Orientation at 1:30 pm EST. This is the time to shake that AMSE snowglobe and see into the magical world of being a member!   On December 7th at 1:30 pm, prepare to unwrap our Masterclass with Meagan Allers, the Head of Community & Partnerships at Marco Polo. While chestnuts are roasting by an open fire, Meagan will teach “The Benefits of Nurturing Authentic Connections.” She’ll address time differences, distance, and noisy digital platforms that often create space and confusion in business relationships where connection and authenticity are essential. There’s no reason to be away in a manger when you can rejoice in learning from Meagan. Which, of course, will help you sleep in heavenly peace.   Before you travel over the river and through the woods, AMSE has something to remind you about the joy of unity. On December 14th at 1:30 pm EST, we host our monthly Co-working event. This is the perfect time to join together and share good tidings. Plus, get that list out and check it twice because we all know who else will be doing that! Then, after the sugarplum fairies dance in your head, join us on December 15th at 10 am for our monthly Coffee Chat! This is sure to keep Jack Frost from nipping at your nose and make your spirits bright!  To remind you that it’s a wonderful life! And offer one more event, our monthly Group Coaching. On December 16th at 1:30 pm EST. Join our festive coaches, who are ready to answer your questions and concerns. Plus, they will remind you that you can jingle all the way into 2022.  We want to let you know that our offices will be closed from December 22 through December 22nd - 24th and 30th - 31st.  If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join our Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out our previous episodes for encouragement, connection, and information.  We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amseagency.com

Hello listeners! I’m Caroline Schafer, the Podcast Producer for the AMSE Agency.  November is quite a month! Besides being the month we set our clocks back, it’s the month we really start to realize how close we are to all the holiday events and get-togethers coming up. Plus, we try to find time to keep our business thriving during a time of what can seem like chaos on overdrive. But the AMSE Agency always has you at the forefront of our mind, which is why we are excited to share our November events.  We have the perfect way to start your busy month. On November 3rd at 12:00 pm EST, catch our encouraging leader Moni during our monthly Facebook Live!  On November 4th at 1:30 pm at EST, we host our monthly Member Orientation. So, if you’re wondering about all the beautiful things that come with being an AMSE member or want to see what is new, this is the time to join in and find out!   November 11th is a Masterclass that’s perfect for the season! Set your reminder to join us at 1:30 pm EST as Mary-Catherine LaBossiere, Owner and Registered Dietitian of Defy Nutrition, teaches “How to Elevate Your Mood with Food.” Mary-Catherine will teach us how food and mood are interconnected. She will also show us some super helpful tips on how nutrition can improve our mental well-being. And, for those in attendance, you’ll receive a complimentary consultation for attendees and 10% off nutrition counseling services. It sounds to me like an early Christmas gift you can give to yourself!  Up next is our monthly group coaching. On November 12th at 1:30 pm EST, you can join our hand-picked, incredible coaches who are ready to chat with you about your business concerns. If you have any specific questions, you’ll want to make sure and submit them ahead of time.  One of the great things about being an AMSE member is coming together with like-minded entrepreneurs and brainstorming ideas! So on November 16th at 1:30 pm EST, you can create that entrepreneur magic during our monthly Co-working event.  We finish off our month with our monthly virtual Coffee Chat! Join us on November 17th at 10:00 am EST as we gather together and chat about all of the milspouse entrepreneur things. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and we will see you there!   If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join our Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out our previous episodes for encouragement, connection, and information.  We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amseagency.com

Hello listeners! I’m Caroline Schafer, the Podcast Producer for the AMSE Agency.  I can finally say, “It’s officially fall!” I can also admit I’ve already watched Hocus Pocus at least twice, and my porch is decorated for Halloween. I’ve been anticipating all the things October has to offer!! Which is exactly why our CEO Moni Jefferson loves to start the month giving you all the info about what’s coming up, what’s going on, and what’s the best way for you to grow your business, yourself, and your network as a member of the AMSE Agency. We start off October with a brand new offer to really “Build Your Business the AMSE Way.'' On October 4th, we will launch the first AMSE Cohort course with Moni. This includes 7 modules with tools you need to start and grow your business. You’ll receive weekly Q & A coaching calls focused on the module’s lessons and homework. Plus, accountability to help you succeed - because we all need that to help us reach our goals! This is tailored specifically for you and with one-on-one support from Moni. You’ll be glad you invested in the 2021 AMSE Cohort. Head over to the dashboard today to sign-up.  October 7th at 12:00 pm EST in our monthly Facebook Live! Join Moni for motivation to start your October off right!    Shortly after the Facebook Live, you can pop over to our Member Orientation at 1:30 pm EST. This is the time to find out all the great things about being an AMSE member.  Tuesday, October 19th at 1:30 pm EST is our Group Coaching. It’s the time to meet and chat with some of our extraordinary coaches. Submit your questions ahead of time and we will see you there!  What does the “client experience” mean to you? For service-based solopreneurs and small teams, the client experience is an integral part of their business and AMSE understands this. This is why our first Masterclass of October is called, “5 Phases of a Super-Powered Workflow.” Your instructor will be Workflow Strategist, Krystal Clark. Join her on October 21st at 1:30 pm EST as she teaches you how to work smarter, serve better, live freely, and be profitable. She’ll talk about how to best use systems from Dubsado and your Gmail inbox to Clickup, Google Drive, and Zapier to manage your day-to-day with more ease, confidence, and peace of mind. Hop over to your AMSE Dashboard and register for this class today!  October 26th at 1:30 pm EST, we bring you our monthly co-working event! I’m a big believer that brainstorming with other like-minded entrepreneurs produces unexpected, magical moments! And what’s more magical than meeting with other AMSE members for this?  Our second Masterclass is on October 28th at 1:30 pm EST. Join us as Financial Advisor with Northwestern Mutual, Noea Moss, will discuss the amazing benefits the military offers from a financial standpoint and how families can determine and set reasonable, reachable financial goals. Sign up for “Military Finances 101: Understanding the benefits and how you can leverage them to fit your goals,” on your AMSE dashboard today!  We are adding a fun Coffee Chat on October 28th at 10:00 am EST to virtually get together and chat about our lives as milspouses, entrepreneurs, and individuals. Grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and we will see you there!   If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join our Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out our previous episodes for encouragement, connection, and information.  We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amseagency.com

AMSE Season 3 Episode 13 - Corey Henderson Welcome to Episode 13 of Season 3! This week, AMSE CEO Moni Jefferson talks to AMSE partner and advocate Corey Henderson from Stars and Stripes. Corey’s background is in marketing is one of the many reasons he loves the job he has at Stars and Stripes because it allows him to give anyone who serves the military community a chance to reach and support the audience of Stars and Stripes. And this is one of the many reasons the Military Spouse Entrepreneur Guide was created.  Here are some other things you’ll hear about on the podcast:  Moni and Corey had a conversation that led to the birth of the MSEG Guides - 1, 2, and now 3.  Have a discussion of awareness and exploration with someone that can help you get your message out.     Know what you want to provide and be prepared for those conversations.     It’s essential to rely on teamwork and communication.    Before you reach out to someone, do your research about them and what they do first.    The 3rd publication of the MSEG is almost ready to be in the hands of our supporters! If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join the Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out other episodes, and we will see you all next week! Follow Corey on LinkedIn or visit the Stars and Stripes website today!  We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amseagency.com

Hello listeners! I’m Caroline Schafer, the Podcast Producer for the AMSE Agency.  I don’t know about you, but September is the month I officially start my fall decorating. Fall is all about change. And something I’ve noticed in my life is that when change occurs, it often means I may face something extraordinary or even uncomfortable. Still, it also means there will be growth - in my personal life and my business. And growth is significant to AMSE Agency, which is why we offer monthly growth opportunities.  On Thursday, September 2nd at 12:00 pm EST, tune in for our monthly Facebook live hosted by CEO Moni Jefferson. Join her as she shares inspiring words to guide you on your entrepreneur journey.   Shortly after the Facebook live event will be our Member Orientation at 1:30 pm EST. Regardless of where you are in your membership, this is a great chance to hear all the ways you can fully benefit from it.  Tuesday, September 7th, is our first Masterclass of the month. Have you wondered about what it would take to start your own freelance web design business? Then, join David Vogelpohl of WP Engine, who built and operated his successful WordPress agency as a freelancer in 2010 (and is still growing!). David is going to share his knowledge and experience with you! This Masterclass begins at 1:30 pm EST. And listen, even if you’ve never built a website before, this class will teach you how to optimize your website to promote your services, build your client base, plus tips for operating your freelance business.  SEO’s - love or hate them, they are necessary for your business. On Tuesday, September 14th at 1:30 pm EST, join Senior Consultant at Plat4orm, Bob Berger, with a Masterclass titled, “Get the word out!” In this class, you’ll learn the process for determining your SEO. Along with keywords, market perception, messaging and developing content and a program that will drive traffic and sales for your business. So head over to your AMSE Agency dashboard and register today!  Co-working can be a great way to connect with other entrepreneurs. So join other AMSE members to help you strategize and brainstorm when it comes to your business on Tuesday, September 21st at 1:30 pm. Thursday, September 23rd, at 1:30 pm EST, we have a Masterclass hosted by CEO and founder of The Freelance Coach Laura Briggs. Laura is the author of books like How to Start Your Own Freelance Writing Business and The Six-Figure Freelancer and has delivered two TEDx talks on how freelance work is changing the economy.  Join her for this class and learn what it takes to get a book deal and the most significant differences between traditional and self-publishing. Later on Thursday, September 23rd at 7:00 pm EST, is our monthly Happy Hour! It’s the time to get together for just a grand time! So whether you enjoy a nice glass of wine, a mixed drink, or even a pumpkin spiced latte, mark your calendar because you don’t want to miss this event.  We finish our month with our Group Coaching on Tuesday, September 28th, at 1:30 pm EST. AMSE has some outstanding coaches to answer your questions and guide you in your entrepreneur journey. Submit your questions ahead of time, and we will see you there!      If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join our Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out our previous episodes for encouragement, connection, and information.  We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amseagency.com

Welcome to Episode 11 of Season 3! This week, AMSE CEO Moni Jefferson talks to Nicte Cuevas about diversity, finding your niche, self-awareness, and all the things that can help you build your business to meet the needs of those you’re serving. In addition, Nicte shares her knowledge and experience as a brand strategist and graphic designer. Along with how she applies culture and color psychology to help others really connect with people.  Here are some other things you’ll hear about on the podcast:  Connect with people on the human level using empathy marketing in your branding. Everything Nicte does is a connection to her culture and her love for diversity.     Celebrate yourself and create your own space.  Find ways to learn about and celebrate other cultures.     Create guidelines when just starting out on how much free work you’re willing to do and be very selective about who you give your talent to.    Have business boundaries with those you’re working for. When it comes to building a brand, you need to have the right people helping you.  Get to know your audience before you create any design.  Your mission and vision need to connect with how you’re trying to reach your audience.  Make sure you’re educating yourself on how to be truly inclusive and diverse when creating photos and marketing others.  Ask yourself, “Who is this going to serve?” If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join the Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out other episodes, and we will see you all next week! Follow Nicte on LinkedIn or visit her website today!  We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amseagency.com  

Welcome to Episode 9 of Season 3! This week, AMSE CEO Moni Jefferson is talking to Shanita Liu. She shared the moment when she realized she could no longer be a part of the cultural conditioning that was a part of her life. Shanita shares vulnerable moments and why becoming a life coach was the answer she didn’t even know she needed.  Here are some other things you’ll hear about on the podcast:  Imposter Syndrome: What is it and how to deal with it.  What is it you need right now?    Learn to check in with yourself.  Create strategies to recognize Imposter Syndrome and move forward from it.  The many ways Imposter Syndrome can show up in your life.  Learn how to call in your courage.  Life is not perfect. Remember your why.     Who are you connecting with?   Come back to the essence of who you are.   Watch out for compare despair as well as imposter syndrome.   What is your purpose and intention? Make sure you are walking in your gift.  Remember, it’s your journey, no one else's. You are courageous! Find ways to dig into your courage.  If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join the Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out other episodes, and we will see you all next week! Visit her website here: Coach Shanita. We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amseagency.com

Hello listeners! I’m Caroline Schafer, the Podcast Producer for AMSE.  August is what I consider the “pre-fall” month. We are beginning to wrap up summertime activities and we begin to anticipate that all things fall are just around the corner! I don’t know about you, but I truly love the fall season. Just knowing it’s getting closer makes me want to make some apple cider and put on a cozy sweater. But, it’s not quite time for that. In the meantime, while I dream of the upcoming fall season, I’ll keep myself busy during this month with all the AMSE things coming up!  Thursday, August 5th at 12:00 pm EST is our monthly Facebook live with our fearless leader, Moni Jefferson, as she encourages you in this milspouse entrepreneur journey.   Just shortly after the Facebook live event will be our Member Orientation at 1:30 pm EST. This is a great chance to hear how to fully benefit from all that your AMSE membership has to offer you.  Tuesday, August 10th, is our first Masterclass of the month. Join Laura Rau, with SCORE, as she teaches “The 3 Crucial Steps to Revving Up Your Revenue”. Laura is a Career Ownership Coach with The Entrepreneur’s Source, providing an educational experience for people to explore business and franchise ownership. With her experience and knowledge, you’re sure to receive some very useful information to help your business develop and grow. If you’ve never had the opportunity to participate in our monthly Group Coaching, Tuesday, August 17th is for you. This is truly a great time to hear from other members and engage in supportive and encouraging conversation. Our AMSE Group Coaches are here to help you with your questions and ideas!  Now here’s a surprise you might not be expecting. On Thursday, August 19th, at 1:30 pm EST, we have a Masterclass hosted by yours trul y! That’s right! I’m going to be teaching “How Podcasts Boost Your Sales Strategy.” I will provide you with some basic information on how to not only start a podcast but why it’s a great tool to gain loyal customers. I look forward to seeing you there! Thursday, August 24th at 1:30 pm EST is the chance to attend our monthly Co-working event. Meet other members, chat about what’s going on in your business, and hear what others are doing as well. We can collaborate together! Our final Masterclass of the month is on Thursday, August 26th at 1:30 pm EST with Lori Saitz. Lori will be teaching “Using Meditation for Business Success.” As the CEO of Zen Rabbit and host of the podcast “FINE is a 4-Letter Word,” Lori uses gratitude and meditation for business success and is going to share how we can do the same!  Later on August 26th is one of my favorite times because it’s our monthly virtual Happy Hour! Join us at 7:00 pm EST to unwind, de-stress, and recharge with other milspouse entrepreneurs!   If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join our Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out our previous episodes for encouragement, connection, and information.  We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amseagency.com

Moni Jefferson hosts a panel for Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center with three great guests: Arthur Lyons - a former chemical specialist for the army and currently the director of technology at the Global Chamber of business leaders  Co-Founder & CEO of ScaleTek Robotics. He is also a serial entrepreneur.  Katherine Webster, Founder of VetsinTech, supports our current and returning veterans with re-integration services and connects them to the national technology ecosystem. Lt. Colonel Jennifer “JJ” Snow Chief is the Technology Officer at AFWERX with the Air Force.  Listen in as Moni as she interviews this panel of extensively knowledgeable and experienced entrepreneurs and leaders. They share their thoughts about what’s essential strengths and strategies to have a successful business.    If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join the Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out other episodes, and we will see you all next week!   We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amse.co

Hello Owning Up listeners! Podcast producer, Caroline Schafer, highlights five of our members to share their businesses and what they offer.  Candra Burns, owner of Talking Forests a business that helps you grow your social media audience.  Colleen Marchi, creator of The Magical Order of the Brave Knights. This amazing product was created to help children identify their fears and overcome them, which is a blueprint for their success later in life. Noea Moss, a financial advisor who specializes in working with military families and business owners pay less business tax and save for their future. Find out more here: http://noeamoss.nm.com/  Jennifer Cummins, owner of Coral House Productions, a video marketing company highlighting a business’s product or service with video testimonials, how-to’s and product features. Mary-Catherin LaBossiere, a registered dietician, created Busy Babes Nutrition. She offers services that help "for you to eat like a human again."  If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join our Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out our previous episodes for encouragement, connection, and information.  We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amseagency.com

Season 3 Episode 3 How to Build Global Teams Welcome to Episode 3 of Season 3! This week, AMSE CEO Moni Jefferson talks to the owners of Wise Advise and Assist Team - Deputy Director Laura Early and Executive Director Diana Jaquith. Wise Advise and Assist Team is a virtual assisting agency powered by military and veteran spouses. The experience and knowledge Diana and Laura bring in this subject are priceless! This episode will not only give you tools you can immediately put to use, but  Here are some other things you’ll hear about on the podcast:  The size of your global team doesn’t matter  Your techniques and communications within your team are crucial. If you have feedback to give to someone within your team, give it directly to them while you’re dealing with it. Don’t talk about it with others. That’s not going to build a team.   Let each other know how you best receive communication. Take the time to learn this about yourself and your team; this will eliminate a breakdown in communication.   Be clear and concise in your communication.  Being a good communicator isn’t just about speaking; it means you need to be a good listener.  You are establishing norms within your team. Not just what’s normal for you, but your collective team.   Don’t expect to get right every time. Keep listening and understand where the other person is coming from. Don’t project your communication methods on the other person. Respect who they are and their methods.   Your communication will change as your company grows. Communication tools:  Slack Project manager software  Email software Anything that helps your team collaborate more efficiently and effectively.  Know the direction you want your team to go. If you’re going to grow, make sure you choose the right tools around that rather than your immediate needs. Look at the forecast of your business. Be respectful of other's schedules, especially when it’s non-work hours.    Trust starts at the top and being vulnerable.  Celebrate the behaviors that you want to see again. For example, when a team member does something you, as the leader, didn’t know how to do, celebrate that.    If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join the Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out other episodes, and we will see you all next week! Visit their website here: Wise Advise + Assist Team. We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amseagency.com  

Hello listeners! I’m Caroline Schafer, the Podcast Producer for AMSE.  In some ways, I’m having a hard time believing that 2020 is over. Yet, here we are welcoming in 2021 and AMSE has collaborated with some dynamic companies just for you to start the year off right! Thursday, January 7th, is a full day for our AMSE members! At 12:30 pm EST is the always fun and informative Facebook Live event. Then, you have some time to fill your coffee cup and join the new member orientation at 1:30 pm EST. Remember, this is for anyone who’s a member. It’s a great way to find out about all the things AMSE offers and the many ways to connect within the community.  Tuesday, January 12th, is Mastering the Pitch Masterclass brought to us by Chris Wayne, the Chief Technology Officer of Yahoo Small Business. In this class, you will learn a few things. First, why being good at storytelling is essential. Second, how to emphasize the problem you are solving. And finally, how to prove you’ve done the customer footwork and put it all in one sentence. We know how valuable your time is, and we want you to get the most from this class, make sure and register, and when you do, you will see there is some pre-work to be best prepared.  You’ll want to sign up for this next Masterclass as soon as possible! With only 25 seats, make sure one of them is yours. AMSE has partnered with the Center for Economic Empowerment and Development in Fayetteville, NC for The Ice House Entrepreneurship Program. Executive Director, Suzy Hrabovsky, is instructing this phenomenal online class. This is a 3 hour, once a week boot camp for three weeks. You will learn the entrepreneurial process, understand the entrepreneurial mindset, bootstrapping basics, and how to establish a network of mentors and support. The dates are January 13, 20, and 27th. Be ready to take your entrepreneur life to a whole new level!  January 14th at 10 am PST; the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center hosts a virtual event - How to Secure Early Stage Funding with AMSE, Amazon Military, and USAA.  Co-founders Flossie Hall and Moni Jefferson, along with their partners from Amazon Military and USAA, will be sharing their knowledge and experience. Some of the things you’ll learn are: how to position yourself as fundable, even at the earliest stages of growth; structure every conversation for agility and growth; serve who you love and how to fundraise in the current environment.  Register for the event here: Nasdaq Event January 19th is the time for our Co-Working Event, beginning at 1:30 pm EST. Chris Wayne, from Yahoo Small Business, will be joining us again to run this engaging event. Collaboration is vital for this event! Bring your questions and be ready for great discussions as you meet fellow AMSE members and bounce ideas off each other.  One of the most cherished values of AMSE is connection, which is why we regularly host a monthly Happy Hour! January 21 at 7:00 pm EST is the perfect time to virtually meet-up with other AMSE members to chat about work and life. Choose your favorite beverage, and we’ll see you there!  January 26th, at 1:30 pm EST, is a Masterclass taught by COO and co-founder Flossie Hall and it’s all about Securing Funding for Small Business through Scholarships. In this informative class, you’ll learn the ins and outs of how to secure funding as an early startup.  And we finish off the month with Group Coaching on January 28th at 1:30 pm EST. If you haven’t attended a group coaching session or just need some encouragement with your business, this is the place to be! Submit your questions ahead of time and join in as you receive new ideas and feedback.  We wish each of you a happy new year! We hope you enjoy your time with your families, even with all that is going on, and know that we will be here to spark that entrepreneur flame after the first of the year.  If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join our Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out our previous episodes for encouragement, connection, and information.  We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Follow Flossie Hall on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amse.co  

December AMSE at a Glance WOW! November was a whirlwind month! So many phenomenal things to participate in and celebrate.  The month started with some informative virtual events such as the National Veterans Small Business Week and Patriots for Paychecks.   Plus, we didn’t have just one Masterclass to offer, but 3 - Streamyard, Tailwind, and Zapier - all share their knowledge with our AMSE members.   And I can’t leave out our regular monthly online events - the New Member Orientation and the Facebook Live event; if you missed any of these events, no worries! They are available to members anytime!  And then, we have the icing on the cake - AMSE celebrated its first anniversary!  The birthday celebration included some significant announcements!   First was the announcement about the AMSE Alliance. The AMSE Alliance unites businesses, organizations, and individuals dedicated to advancing military spouses’ entrepreneurial goals. Together we advocate for change, draw awareness to barriers, and create opportunities for all military spouse business owners. Next was the Remote Revolution, coming January 27-28, 2021. This will be a 100% virtual platform and will include three pillars: freelancing and remote work opportunities, entrepreneurship, and living well. There will be breakout workshops, networking, one-on-one sessions, and more! Participants will walk away with confidence, knowledge, and connection.  The final announcement was that the AMSE membership dashboard is getting a complete glow-up! This will include a Milspouse Market Place, a place for you to showcase your business, products, or service. Plus, it will consist of a Member Directory with a personal networking profile that allows you to find other military spouses to collaborate with, hire, look for a job, and more!  If you want to hear more about any of these, you can check out our website at amse.co or listen to the previous podcasts.  So, what’s coming up in December? Well, with the holidays swiftly approaching, we don’t want to overwhelm you. But we do want to give you just enough to keep your entrepreneur fire burning as you finish 2020.  December 3 is Member Orientation at 1:30 pm EST. Whether you’re new to AMSE or have been around a little bit, this is an excellent way to hear all that AMSE has to offer. !  On December 8, there is a Nasdaq Entrepreneur Event at 2 pm PST.  From December 8 - 10th, from 9 am - 12:30 pm EST, there’s an Entrepreneur Bootcamp. Partnering with the Center for Economic Development in Fayetteville, NC, participants can learn entrepreneurship fundamentals through The Ice House Entrepreneurship Program. It’s a tremendous virtual training opportunity.   December 15th is group coaching at 1:30 pm EST.  And we finish off the year with a Holiday Happy Hour at 7 pm EST on December 17th.  Oh, and if you haven’t finished up your Christmas shopping just yet, remember you can visit The Military Mom Collective for our Holiday Gift Guide. Or maybe you know someone who is a military spouse and wants to be an entrepreneur but doesn’t know where to start. Why not upgrade them to the Premium Membership? Or, if you’re a Freemium member, tell your loved ones you’d like to upgrade as well. I mean, there’s nothing wrong with purchasing a gift for yourself, either.  2020 has gone by fast, and what a year it has been! We hope you are all staying safe, finding ways to take care of yourself while navigating all the changes we have and are still dealing with. And we want you all to know that we are grateful for every one of you. We wish every one of you a wonderful holiday season!  If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join the Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out other episodes, and we will see you all next week.    We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Follow Flossie Hall on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amse.co

Breaking Bread with AMSE Welcome to the first-ever Thanksgiving episode! Moni and Flossie wanted this episode to feel like a gathering place for friends and like-minded people, so the AMSE team members joined in! But we wouldn’t be AMSE without you, so pull your chair up to the table and join in on the discussion.  What are some of your favorite family traditions & recipes? Rachel Carpenter, Copy Editor, has a super-secret stuffing recipe that she won’t share with anyone, but she will make and share that with you! And when she’s near her mother and family, they get together the night before Thanksgiving and prepare the turkey together. Military life being what it is, she doesn’t always get to be with her family. But she is grateful for technology because it enables her to be a part of the tradition she loves.    Selena Conmackie, Ft. Hood Chapter Leader, is from Hawaii, and for her, pumpkin crunch (also called pumpkin dump cake) is her must-have Thanksgiving tradition. But the funny part about this tradition is every year she asks her friend for the recipe. Just asking her friend for the recipe has become a part of the tradition around the yummy dessert! Here is the recipe if you would like to try it:  Pumpkin Crunch Recipe.   Kat Calvo, Partnerships Manager, is all about the pumpkin crunch, too! And traditionally, her family also makes it. Around noon, she usually starts drinking Coquito. Plus, she wraps and stuffs her turkey with bacon. That’s right, bacon. She said it’s her husband’s favorite way to eat it: Bacon-Wrapped Turkey.   Adam Evans, Luke AFB Chapter Leader, always hosts a Friendsgiving at their house the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. They have a game they play called Play it Forward. The day of, they all arise very early to begin the game. The game requires a deck of cards, with each card having a specific task: take a selfie with a stranger, complete this riddle, overtip your server, and so on. The tasks are straightforward, and part of the idea is to go to every local business throughout the city. Once the task is completed, the player logs in their deck of cards with the number on the bottom of the deck into an app to keep track of the card. Next, the player leaves the card they have completed with that person they met, and that person can enter the card’s number into the game. They’ve been playing this game for the past six years. Some of the cards have traveled 1.2 million miles! Here is the game: Sneaky Cards Game.   Christinna Kitchaiya, Social Media Strategist, says that she used to be traditional in her meal. But her husband is from Thailand, and now that they have traveled the world, their dinner consists of all sorts of flavors from around the globe! Plus, they like to invite people who don’t have a family to share the holiday with their home.   Moni Jefferson, Co-founder, and CEO used to have a very traditional meal and still does, but now she likes to order out. However, she does make traditional Puerto Rican rice called Arroz con Gandules (rice with pigeon peas). Her family used to get dressed up for Thanksgiving, but now they wear Christmas PJs all day and watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.    Anna Larson, Ft. Hood Chapter Leader, has a huge extended family. We’re talking sixty 1st cousins, and they always got together for Thanksgiving. Her uncle was a gym teacher at a high school. When she was younger, the entire family would meet at the gym and use the commercial kitchen to prepare the meal. And for some reason, because she’s not sure how or why it started, there would be homemade pinatas for the children and the teens. The ones for the teens were always harder to get open. But by the end of the day, there would be piles of candy everywhere! The pinata tradition has stayed with her.     Flossie Hall, Co-founder, and COO grew up in a very small town with very traditional foods. It wasn’t until she became a military spouse and was introduced to all the diversity within the Thanksgiving holiday that she realized all the good food she could add to her meal! She still serves traditional dishes but enjoys other dishes as well. As the neighborhood cook, she enjoys inviting others over, especially soldiers with no one to share the holiday with, to share with her family of 6 for the holiday.     Caroline Schafer, the podcast editor, grew up with the regular traditional foods and loves to make and serve them. But having a son with Celiac’s disease means she has learned to tweak as many recipes as she can. Plus, even though it’s not Christmas, she likes to eat on her Spode Christmas china because it reminds her of her Mimi, who is no longer with her, and Spode was the china she used for the holidays.    Each team member took some time to answer some This or That questions. We’d love to hear what you have to say!  Sweet potatoes and yams - which is your favorite? Or are you like the AMSE team, and you aren’t sure of the difference?  Canned cranberry or fresh cranberry sauce?  Stuffing or dressing? Fun fact (because we found out some of the team didn’t know this): stuffing is what you stuff a turkey with, and dressing is served in a dish on the side.  Cook or take-out? Everyone cooks. Mostly.  Paper plates or China?  Pecan or pumpkin pie?    Of course, a Thanksgiving podcast wouldn’t be the same if each of us didn’t share what we’re grateful for this year. Even with all that 2020 has brought us, each of us shares our unique and heartfelt gratitude. Of course, one of those things we are all grateful for is you!    If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join the Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news.   We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Follow Flossie Hall on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE For more information about the AMSE Alliance: AMSE Alliance

Happy Birthday, AMSE!  Welcome to this special episode where we celebrate the first anniversary of AMSE! Co-founders Flossie Hall and Moni Jefferson share what has happened in just one year, from ideation to the platform that AMSE is now. Plus, since it is a birthday celebration, they have some surprises to share that are gifts to all of you!  AMSE was born because, as military spouse entrepreneurs, Moni and Flossie experienced a lack of support and guidance. They noticed that other military spouse entrepreneurs dealt with the same kind of frustration within the military community. Thus, they made the joint decision to create an organization where military spouse entrepreneurs could go for support, regardless of the stage of their business. They created a social impact agency of entrepreneurs leading entrepreneurs.  Here are some other things you’ll hear on the podcast:  There are now 1,400 members of AMSE and we are still growing!  AMSE partners with other grassroots organizations built by and run by military spouses.  Grassroots are so influential. You can’t be at the top and not know the needs of those at the bottom.   We listen to the needs of the members through surveys and by talking to them.  How to feel confident where you are so you can PCS your business.  Transparency is essential, and coming soon will be the numbers from AMSE’s impact report. Because AMSE spends money on what’s necessary, such as lean technology, paying military spouses to build an educational curriculum, and paying military spouses to serve as team members creates an economic impact within the military spouse entrepreneur community.  AMSE’s website has 28,000 curriculum downloads. Members have access to 65 worksheets, 38 LIVE Masterclasses, one-on-one mentors, and Slack channels with peer to peer connection.  MSEG Guide with Stars and Stripes was a massive win for AMSE, and the next guide is already in development. The success isn’t just for AMSE, though. It’s also for the partners, the spouses that believe in AMSE and need AMSE.  USAA and Amazon Military have been the most prominent supporters from the beginning of AMSE.  Now time for the surprises! The first surprise is that AMSE, WiseAdvise, and InstantTeamz have created the AMSE Alliance, which will advocate for change, draw awareness to barriers, and create opportunities for military spouse business owners.  The next surprise is the Remote Revolution coming January 27-28, 2021. This 100% virtual platform will include three pillars: freelancing and remote work opportunities, entrepreneurship, and living well. There will be breakout workshops, networking, one-on-one sessions, and more! Participants will walk away with confidence, knowledge, and connection.  The third announcement is that the AMSE membership dashboard is getting a complete glow-up to include a Milspouse Market Place, a place for you to showcase your business, products, or service. Plus, it will consist of a Member Directory with a personal networking profile that allows you to find other military spouses to collaborate with, hire, look for a job, and more!  If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join the Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Follow Flossie Hall on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE For more information about the AMSE Alliance: AMSE Alliance

Season 2 Special Holiday Entrepreneur Tips Episode Welcome to the Special Holiday Entrepreneur Tips Episode of Owning Up! Flossie and Moni share their insights into getting through the holiday season as an entrepreneur.  This year has been unusual, to say the least. But certain things about an entrepreneur’s life never change, and the holidays can add additional stressors. How does the entrepreneur best prepare to face this time of year without losing focus on their business, themselves, and their family?  Moni and Flossie share that reformatting how you used to do things during the holidays may need to change this year, and it’s OK. Allow yourself grace and know that you have support within the AMSE community for all that you’re going through.  Here are some other things you’ll hear about on the podcast:  Take time for yourself. Your internal health is essential, and so are all of the things in your external life. Find time to recharge. Know what works best for you.  See how much you can plan for, including your personal life. Everything from shopping to decorating: put it on your calendar and make sure it’s synced to all your calendars. You’re honoring your time and your family’s time.  Do you have family coming into town or are visiting family? Set boundaries if you have to work. Be clear about the time you will be working and allow yourself to do that.  Don’t be afraid to take extra time off this year if you can afford to. Reset and recharge to prepare for 2021. It’s an excellent time to meal plan. This will save you time and keep you from unnecessary stress. Go through the cupboards and make sure you have what you need. Don’t be afraid to pre-purchase food, meals, or whatever you need to make your holiday season less stressful.  Do some extra holiday stuff for you and your family this year. If it makes you happy, do it! If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join the Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out other episodes, and we will see you all next week.  We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Follow Flossie Hall on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amse.co

AMSE Facebook Live Welcome to a special episode of Owning Up! Flossie and Moni decided since the November 5th Live event was so popular, they just had to make it into a podcast. The information shared by the two guests was phenomenal!  The core values of AMSE are collaboration, partnerships, and advocacy. The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center and The Global Entrepreneurship Network have joined us to fulfill our mission to build up the military spouse entrepreneur community. We are honored to partner with them, to have their support and their mentorship. The first guest was Nicola Corzine, the founding Executive Director of the Nasdaq Entrepreneurship Center. Nicola shared how important it is for entrepreneurs to be able to lean into their community. And to assist them, the Nasdaq Entrepreneurship Center offers free resources to the following:  Speakers and masterclasses Coaching and mentorship Mentorship is so important to them, they have created Mentor Makers Movement, and for the next 12 months, members of their community will have access to remarkable intellectual capital. Whether your business is in ideation or fully operational, this community is one you’ll want to become a part of it. You can visit The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center to sign up. Oh, and remember to tag a mentor on National Entrepreneur Day, November 19th, where mentors will be showcased on the Time Square Tower in New York City! The second guest was Ellen Bateman from The Global Entrepreneurship Network. Founded in 2008, the Global Entrepreneurship Network is in 180 countries and is an ecosystem of support from a national level to a global level. Every November, there’s an Entrepreneurship Week. This week, it’s during the week of AMSE’s 1st anniversary! The mission of the GEN is to help entrepreneurs along their journey. Plus the following:  Offer free virtual events on a global scale. Create communities to elevate the work that’s being done. Connect entrepreneurs on a larger scale.  Every year they have an Entrepreneurship World Cup. This year, there were 200 countries and 175,000 entrepreneurs that participated.  They are all about celebrating entrepreneurs. You can sign up for their programs at Global Entrepreneur Network and get ready to celebrate Entrepreneurship Week with them!  If you’re new to Owning Up, make sure and subscribe, so you’ll know when a new episode drops. You can also join the Facebook group to see what other milspouse entrepreneurs are up to and receive the latest AMSE news. If you're a milspouse who has a business or is thinking of starting one, make sure to join us here at AMSE Membership. As always, check out other episodes, and we will see you all next week! We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Follow Flossie Hall on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amse.co  

Hello listeners! I’m Caroline Schafer, the Podcast Producer for AMSE.  We are just past the halfway mark with Season 2, and what an incredibly informative season we’ve had so far! Episode one started us off celebrating the momentous publication Military Spouse Entrepreneur Guide in partnership with Stars and Stripes! You can read the digital guide online and check your local military base for a copy of the paper publication, or you can request a guide by email.  Episode two is all about the highs and lows of being an entrepreneur.  Moni and Flossie shared their coping mechanisms for the lows, plus other helpful insights regarding sharing on outlets such as social media and such. Plus, entrepreneur Chavah Grant shares how she realized her gifts and turned them into her own successful business - Vida Chic Weddings.   Episode three shares how to keep the naysayers at bay and why it’s important who you talk to about your dream to be an entrepreneur. Military spouse Adam Evans, an entrepreneur trailblazer, loves his current venture with Instant Handz. Adam shares that his “why” isn’t about money; it’s about community.  Episode four explains why doing business the AMSE worked so well for Flossie and Moni that they created the AMSE platform for military spouse entrepreneurs to have a place to learn, grow, and launch their business. Military Spouse Entrepreneur highlight for this episode is Eloise Drain. In 2008 when Eloise set out to start a business, Family Inceptions, to assist families having fertility issues, she also experienced a lack of guidance when starting her business.  Hear how, in the past year, Eloise found the resources and community of support she needs within AMSE.  We are in a time where remote work is more popular than ever! And episode five shares why this is nothing new for the military spouse. This episode also offers some great information from Laura Early, Deputy Director of Wise Advise and Assist Team. Laura talks about how and why she and her business partner, Diana Jaquith, started their business. Want to start a business but don’t know where to start? Episode six is definitely for you! Moni and Flossie share nuggets of information about how to start a business from the ground up! And for extra encouragement, Monica Fullerton, creator of Spouse-ly, talks about her journey of starting her business less than a year ago and what she’s done to pivot and grow her business.   Speaking of pivoting, episode seven is all about how, when, and why to pivot as an entrepreneur. Plus, you’ll hear about Gold Star Spouse Allison Banholzer’s ability to persevere and pivot three times.  Episode eight is all about utilizing your gifts and talents to unlock your business idea. And entrepreneur Brittany Rhodes did precisely that! She turned her natural gift into a business.  These highlighted entrepreneurs’ stories and more can be found in the MSEG Guide - either digitally or in print. One of the things I love about AMSE is that there isn’t just one thing. Co-founders Flossie and Moni have purposefully designed the website and information to be continually relevant to the military spouse entrepreneur. For example, whether you’re a Freemium member or a Premium member, there were a ton of resources on the AMSE blog page!  How to launch and grow your email list Anyone can create passive income - even you!  Let’s talk about Slack! Everyone’s starting a podcast. Should I?  Five businesses you can start today as a military spouse!  There are so many other great topics on the blog page, so you’ll want to check them all out!  And the month of November looks to be just as inspiring as October was! Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming up:  The week of the 2nd through the 5th is a busy week for AMSE!  Moni and Flossie hit the ground running with the first EVER National Veterans Small Business Week. The week of free webcasts includes presentations, virtual networking, mini-grants, and more!  Our cofounders will be giving an incredible workshop coming up on November 4th with CareerSource NE, Florida. CareerSourceNEFL will be hosting its annual Paychecks for Patriots Career Fair the week of November 4th for Valor's month. Please join in the incredible virtual workshops they have lined up with the Military Spouse Employment Advocacy Program in the state of Florida. November 5th is a full day for AMSE!  First up is AMSE’s Monthly Facebook Live event featuring two exceptional guests: Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center and Global Entrepreneurship Network. You definitely want to add this to your watch list.  November 5th is also the monthly New Member’s Orientation. Whether you’re cofounders and members, it’s the time to ask questions and learn more about all AMSE has to offer.  Also, on November 5th is a Bonus Master Class with Streamyard. Join Marisa Cali as she covers the seven keys to live stream confidently. For those of you who are content creators, influencers, or have a brand, this master class will help you gain the confidence you need to continue growing your business and skillset.  November 10 brings us another excellent master class. This class is with Tailwind! Melissa Megginson talks about how to boost your business with Pinterest and Instagram.  November 13th is a great day to learn all about Zapier in our Master Class. Hosted by Andrew Edelman, the Head of Strategic Alliances, Andrew will share how Zapier is the tool for efficiently managing a project or team, how to be a pro at remote meetings, and more! If you’re all about efficiency, this is a Master Class you want to put on your calendar!  November 19th is an extraordinary day here at AMSE because it’s the day AMSE was officially launched! We’d love for you to join us on social media and wish Moni and Flossie a very happy AMSE first birthday!  First-ever 2020 Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide with our partner The Military Mom Collective.  If you want a way to connect with other AMSE members, we have launched Community Chapters at a base near you! AMSE Community Chapters are free in-person or virtual member-led events for our milspouse entrepreneurs. Our chapters will have quarterly meetings/workshops, in-person networking, and presentations. We currently have chapters at Travis AFB, NBVC Ventura, Luke AFB, Kitsap, Kirtland, JBMDL, Fort Hood. Don't see your base? Apply to have your community added to the list. If you're interested in being a chapter leader, apply too! We’d love to have you join our fantastic community! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Follow Moni Jefferson on Instagram. Follow Flossie Hall on Instagram. Visit our website to become a member: AMSE Email us at hello@amse.co