Nicole Regan's guest appearances

Nicole Regan

Gift Biz Unwrapped

Tiebreakers Podcast

She Did It Her Way

Influential Gal Podcast

Midwest Shore Society

Maria Bayer

Jocelyn Pearson

Kate Ahl

Amanda Berlin

Forbes Riley

Bri Seeley

Neeta Bhushan

Pandora Paloma

Allyson Case

Ashlee Piper

Amber Williams

Elle Drouin

Lindsey Anderson

Eleanor Beaton

Jaclyn Johnson

OwlTail

Cedar &amp; Rush is a Chicago based style and entertaining blog empowering women to feel confident in social settings and have the courage to stand out.After graduating from the University of Iowa with a degree in business finance, Nicole found herself at a crossroad. With no map or clear direction, she moved to Cedar and Rush, the intersection of her first Chicago apartment!She spent the first seven years of her career in finance, but through her blog, made the leap to founding her own social media business three years ago.The Cedar &amp; Rush StoryThe “cliche” blog start … so she says! [3:18]The vision and development of Cedar &amp; Rush. [5:56]The extension of Cedar &amp; Rush into social media services. [17:28]Candle Flickering MomentsThe two biggest struggles her social media clients face. [21:20]Reality sets in after six months of business startup bliss. [25:42]Learning how to sell. [27:52]Business Building InsightsYou can be credible and a professional in a topic when you research and share. [7:41]The value of asking your audience what they want to know and read. [8:59]Proper interaction within a Facebook Group. [11:12]A big idea for YOU about monetizing through affiliate links. [13:20]Using influencers is a great way to attract attention. [31:10]Building Your BlogWays to share content without having a blog. [33:57]What is the benefit to having a blot? [41:08]3 initial steps to setting up your blog for success. [35:54]Where to go for content inspiration. [43:38]Resources Referenced in this Episode Reward Style – Invitation-only end-to-end content monetization platform for top-tier digital style influencers and brands around the world.Shop Style – A global monetization platform for fashion and lifestyle influencers.Contact Links Website Facebook Instagram Twitter If you found value in this podcast, make sure to subscribe and leave a review in Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts. That helps us spread the word to more makers just like you. Thanks! Sue

Cedar &amp; Rush is a Chicago based style and entertaining blog empowering women to feel confident in social settings and have the courage to stand out. After graduating from the University of Iowa with a degree in business finance, Nicole found herself at a crossroad. With no map or clear direction, she moved to Cedar and Rush, the intersection of her first Chicago apartment! She spent the first seven years of her career in finance, but through her blog, made the leap to founding her own social media business three years ago. <h2>The Cedar &amp; Rush Story</h2>The “cliche” blog start … so she says! [3:18] The vision and development of Cedar &amp; Rush. [5:56] The extension of Cedar &amp; Rush into social media services. [17:28] <h2>Candle Flickering Moments</h2>The two biggest struggles her social media clients face. [21:20] Reality sets in after six months of business startup bliss. [25:42] Learning how to sell. [27:52] <h2>Business Building Insights</h2>You can be credible and a professional in a topic when you research and share. [7:41] The value of asking your audience what they want to know and read. [8:59] Proper interaction within a Facebook Group. [11:12] A big idea for YOU about monetizing through affiliate links. [13:20] Using influencers is a great way to attract attention. [31:10] <h2>Building Your Blog</h2>Ways to share content without having a blog. [33:57] What is the benefit to having a blot? [41:08] 3 initial steps to setting up your blog for success. [35:54] Where to go for content inspiration. [43:38] <h2>Resources Referenced in this Episode</h2> <a href="https://www.rewardstyle.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Reward Style</a> – Invitation-only end-to-end content monetization platform for top-tier digital style influencers and brands around the world. <a href="https://www.shopstylecollective.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shop Style</a> – A global monetization platform for fashion and lifestyle influencers. <h2>Contact Links</h2> <a href="http://www.cedarandrush.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cedarandrush/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://instagram.com/nicolearegan/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/nicolearegan" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <h5>If you found value in this podcast, make sure to subscribe and leave a review in <a href="http://www.giftbizunwrapped.com/ApplePodcasts" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="http://www.giftbizunwrapped.com/GooglePodcasts" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>. That helps us spread the word to more makers just like you. Thanks! Sue</h5>

141 – How a Blog Fits Your Biz with Nicole Regan of Cedar & Rush

Nicole Regan discusses leaving an established career in insurance to work as a blogger and social media freelancer, how to set your own rates, and shares her best networking tips in this episode of Tiebreakers.

Nicole Regan discusses leaving an established career in insurance to work as a blogger and social media freelancer, how to set your own rates, and shares her best networking tips in this episode of Tiebreakers.

008 | Nicole Regan, Cedar & Rush

Nicole Regan is the Editor and Creative Director behind Cedar &amp; Rush – a girl’s handbook and guide to Chicago. In addition to blogging, Nicole is a Social Media &amp; PR Consultant; Founder of the women’s network, Garnish &amp; Glam; and Contributor to the popular online magazine, CheekyChicago. Following Nicole’s college degree in business finance, she began her 7-year career in Corporate America. She did well, climbed the ladder, expanded her network, but she was unhappy… “I think my soul hurt” She began her blog as a passion project, on the side, as a creative outlet – something she undoubtedly kept suppressed during the workday. “There are different compartments of your life and I was very depressed in my career department” Enter: Cedar and Rush (formerly known as “Great Dates in The City”) Through her blog, networking, meeting people in PR, within companies and business owners, Nicole became exposed to the need for a Social Media consultant. She started getting experience with collaborating with other companies and getting her name out there. She leveraged her job to pay the bills while she became social media and networking savvy. “I was going to take any opportunity I could get to get out of there” Started getting great recognition through larger brands – companies reached out asking for help on social media. Gained experience setting up social media awareness and discovering which social media outlets work best for different companies. Social Media Strategy: Set the expectation up front, understand the brand and the direction the business is looking to go, then execute. “Having a definitive goal and making sure everyone is on the same page, up front.” Nicole’s Biggest Challenge: Sales! – It’s all part of falling on your face first, but getting back in the hopper. Eventually you feel good about yourself and you have your pitch down. Insider’s Tip: Utilize your network to expand your client base. “By letting people know that you’re looking for business, you immediately come to mind when something does come up for them.”

Nicole Regan is the Editor and Creative Director behind Cedar &amp; Rush – a girl’s handbook and guide to Chicago. In addition to blogging, Nicole is a Social Media &amp; PR Consultant; Founder of the women’s network, Garnish &amp; Glam; and Contributor to the popular online magazine, CheekyChicago. Following Nicole’s college degree in business finance, she began her 7-year career in Corporate America. She did well, climbed the ladder, expanded her network, but she was unhappy… “I think my soul hurt” She began her blog as a passion project, on the side, as a creative outlet – something she undoubtedly kept suppressed during the workday. “There are different compartments of your life and I was very depressed in my career department” Enter: Cedar and Rush (formerly known as “Great Dates in The City”) Through her blog, networking, meeting people in PR, within companies and business owners, Nicole became exposed to the need for a Social Media consultant. She started getting experience with collaborating with other companies and getting her name out there. She leveraged her job to pay the bills while she became social media and networking savvy. “I was going to take any opportunity I could get to get out of there” Started getting great recognition through larger brands – companies reached out asking for help on social media. Gained experience setting up social media awareness and discovering which social media outlets work best for different companies. Social Media Strategy: Set the expectation up front, understand the brand and the direction the business is looking to go, then execute. “Having a definitive goal and making sure everyone is on the same page, up front.” Nicole’s Biggest Challenge: Sales! – It’s all part of falling on your face first, but getting back in the hopper. Eventually you feel good about yourself and you have your pitch down. Insider’s Tip: Utilize your network to expand your client base. “By letting people know that you’re looking for business, you immediately come to mind when something does come up for them.”

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