Pivot with Purpose with Meghan Houle
The heart of Pivot with Purpose is the moment a person decides to make a change in their life or career and this podcast is here to help you navigate those pivots, with confidence. Join in our conversations with inspiring individuals from all backgrounds, sharing their personal stories of how they overcame obstacles and fear to motivate and encourage YOU to take control of your life and forge your own destiny with actionable takeaways you can implement immediately to make meaningful changes on your path to achieving your goals. Host, Meghan Houle, is the ONE-STOP-SHOP for all things recruiting, business development, and career clarity navigating the intersection of her role as an Executive Recruiter and a Master Career & Business Coach, one can say she is the queen of the pivot and through these conversations will help you to SHIFT YOUR MINDSET, CHANGE YOUR DIRECTION, CHANGE YOUR LIFE. For more ways to engage and get all access to Meghan Houle Method content, join our community by signing up at www.meghanhoule.com and follow her educational and entertaining lifestyle stories on Instagram @allthingsmeghoule and @pivotwithpurpose_podcast.
Pivot with Purpose with Meghan Houle
Navigating PR Pivots and Business Longevity with Jessy Klein Fofana
Welcome to the Pivot With Purpose Podcast, where we delve into the art of career transitions and finding your professional footing. I’m your host Meghan Houle and today I am so excited to welcome Jessy Klein Fofana! Jessy launched, built and sold her first company before turning thirty. In 2008, after directing breakout PR and marketing initiatives for some of the most recognized brands in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle, Jessy founded LaRue, an agency trailblazing a new kind of PR strategy that leverages both the power of earned media while maximizing performance-driven commerce PR opportunities. With a model in mind that included full service Media Relations, Commerce Content and Affiliate Marketing, Jessy has assembled a dynamic team of experts that work cross-functionally and move as quickly as the ever-changing media landscape, making LaRue an industry standout!
I’m so excited to dive into Jessy's journey and her innovative approach to PR and affiliate marketing, and the importance of adapting in an ever-changing industry!
Topics Covered:
(00:33) The evolution of LaRue PR, shifting from full-service PR to including affiliate marketing.
(06:23) Common misconceptions in PR and wisdom on navigating challenges in the field.
(15:08) How affiliate marketing has become a crucial component of LaRue PR’s strategy and its role in modern PR.
(25:10) The unpredictability of PR and the challenges of delivering difficult news to clients.
(27:57) Jessy shares how her leadership style has changed over the years, relying on her team to manage day-to-day operations while she focuses on business development.
(31:10) Maintaining a work-life balance.
(35:52) Advice for women looking to start their own PR firms.
Jessy's journey is a testament to the power of resilience and staying true to your values. Tune in for valuable insights and strategies that can help you pivot with purpose in your own career!
Connect with Jessy and LaRue PR!
Jessy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessyfofana/
LaRue PR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laruepr/
LaRue PR Website: https://laruepr.com/
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