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The Rainmaker Podcast
Stepping into leadership isn’t for the faint of heart. It's a gladiatorial arena, an unceasing battle against time, expectations, and the pressures of creating impact. For Marketers at every level, the leap from being a leader to becoming a Rainmaker – a master of self, team, role, and impact – often feels like an impossible task.
That’s where the Rainmaker Podcast comes in.
'Elevating Marketing Leaders' is not just a tagline – it's a mission. Each episode is filled with genuine, unscripted conversations with trailblazers from every corner of the business world.
These aren’t just marketers from big brands with huge budgets. These are the Marketing Leaders who have transcended the norm, overcoming obstacles and achieving the extraordinary. And inside, they’re sharing the hard-earned victories and the lessons from their struggles, giving you an insider's perspective on what it truly takes to become a Rainmaker.
We expose the conversations usually brushed under the rug and unmask game-changing strategies that are rarely discussed, like handling burnout, justifying the need for support, articulating ROI, managing 'drive-by' crises, and more.
Here you’ll find your safe space, a place where the pressures of time take a backseat, allowing you to focus on your career growth and well-being. Our goal is to inspire, providing you with the insights and tools to master your role, nurture your team, prioritize your well-being, and evolve into a career-advancing Rainmaker. Because that’s where innovation truly comes alive – at the intersection of principles, good practice, and diverse perspectives.
Are you ready to elevate, step into your fullest potential, and embrace the journey to becoming a Rainmaker?
Then join me each Wednesday for new episodes of the Rainmaker Podcast.
Let’s make it rain!
The Rainmaker Podcast
A Marketer's Story Stepping into Entrepreneurship with Amanda Thompson
If you're a marketer with dreams of running your own show one day, you're in for a treat. In this episode, we dive deep into the story of Amanda Thompson a remarkable individual who has conquered one of the toughest industries out there – the overly saturated skincare industry. She's worked with both celebrities and everyday folks, climbing the corporate ladder from manager to VP, all the way to becoming the chief of all things skincare.
But here's the twist – she's taken the bold step of leaving the corporate safety net behind to embark on her own entrepreneurial adventure. In this candid conversation, we explore her journey from the pivotal decision to leave the corporate world. You'll discover the stark differences between marketing for a skincare giant and marketing for herself, and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way.
This episode is brimming with golden nuggets of wisdom and insights, making it a must-listen for anyone at a crucial juncture in their marketing career.
Learn more about Amanda:
Amanda Thompson is an inspiring, authentic leader and achiever who leaves an indelible mark wherever she goes. With 15 years of experience in sales and marketing, she has trailblazed and advanced marketing in the loud, and ultra-competitive space of beauty. A curious and consistent learner, Amanda leans into data, technology, and her intuition to create and deliver- innovative, effective marketing strategies. From VP to CMO, in the tapestry of Amanda's life, her most cherished titles are wife to Brad, bonus mom to Ander, Margaux, and Alec, and dog mom to Ole (pronounced Oh-lee) the labradoodle.
Amanda's Links:
Kick Peach Beauty Website: https://kickpeach.com/
Kick Peach Beauty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickpeach
Connect with Veronica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vromney/
If you're serious about advancing your career in marketing and you're looking for some personal insights into how then I invite you to schedule a free Pathway to Promotion call with me: https://pathwaycall.com/
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