Today we’d like to introduce you to Jill Carr.
Hi Jill, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
My journey to business ownership started back in 2019. We had our first daughter in December of 2018 and I had a lovely 12-week maternity leave from my job in town. Then it was time to go back to work and I was heartbroken. I loved my job and my coworkers, but it was killing me to only see my baby for about one hour a day. So we started exploring other options and I discovered the world of freelancing. I became a Virtual Assistant in August of 2019. From there I had a number of clients, one of which was Kiah Twisselman Burchett (Coach Kiah). In 2021 she wanted to launch a podcast, so we worked through that together and pretty much from there, as they say, the rest is history! I took on a few other podcast-specific clients, and eventually worked towards completely niching down to podcast management and launch clients in 2022. I LOVE podcasts and have found them to be such a powerful tool in my life. I am so passionate about helping other rural women business owners get their voice out there and expand their impact. Nowadays, when I’m not doing all things podcasting, you can find me hanging out with my husband and our two little girls on our ranch in the Flint Hills of Kansas. I love spending time with my loved ones, taking walks, eating chips & queso, drinking coffee, and mowing 🙂
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It has absolutely not been a smooth road. I quickly found myself having way too large of a workload and working way too much. I am still struggling with that and am constantly striving towards finding efficiencies, outsourcing, and whatever else to find more white space in my calendar, all while continuing to serve my clients well.
We’ve been impressed with Jill Carr Podcasting, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
The mission at Jill Carr Podcasting is to help you as a rural woman business owner to extend your voice, connect with your audience, and grow your business with a strategic, professional, chart-worthy podcast that you’re beyond proud to share.
We are impact-driven and we value integrity, honesty, accountability, work/life integration, relationships, servanthood, communication, reliability, grace, and humor.
We believe deeply that your voice as a rural woman business owner matters more than you realize and that your podcast will impact so many lives for the better.
LAUNCH YOUR PODCAST:
With either our Full-Service 1:1 Launch package, or my “done-with-you” group coaching program Podcast Launch Academy, my team and I will help you launch a strategic, professional, chart-worthy podcast that expands your reach and grows your business.
MANAGE & GROW YOUR PODCAST:
Podcast production isn’t just about editing – but don’t worry, we do that too! From the audio editing and show notes, to episode graphics and scheduling, we are here to help. All you have to do is focus on creating consistent, inspiring content for your audience, and we’ll take care of the rest. With our three monthly management package options, we’ll get processes and systems in place for you so that staying committed to maintaining your show is a piece of cake.
Can you talk to us a bit about the role of luck?
I don’t believe in luck! There’s a saying (that I did not come up with but unfortunately I don’t know who did!) that goes something like: “luck is when hard work meets opportunity” and I feel that so deeply when it comes to my business.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://jillcarr.co/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillcarrpodcasting
- Other: https://jillcarrpodcasting.myflodesk.com/5thingstoknow
- Head to my website to schedule a free, no-strings-attached call – I’d love to chat further about your podcasting vision and needs!
Image Credits
Nelson & Co https://www.nelsonandco.photos/ Gina Lauren Photography Gina Lauren Photography (zenfolio.com)
