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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 1d

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In this clip with Rebecca Burley, we talk about how pets helped make remote work more human and authentic.

🎧 Full episode → youtu.be/Q58Adzh2FRY

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Working From Home: Dogs, Cats, and Client Meetings!

YouTube video by Samantha Elizabeth Coaching & Consulting

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 4d

This week’s Stress Mess episode reminded me:
When you stop trying to do it all, you finally get to do your best work. 💭

Checklists and Brain Fog! with Rebecca Burley dives into burnout, boundaries, and balance.
🎧 Watch now: youtu.be/Q58Adzh2FRY

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 6d

When your brain feels like your to-do list exploded... you’ll relate to this one.

New Stress Mess episode: Checklists and Brain Fog! with Rebecca Burley of Purple Page Marketing.
We talk burnout, boundaries, and building a business that doesn’t break you.

🎧 Watch now: youtu.be/Q58Adzh2FRY

Episode 18: Checklists and Brain Fog! with Rebecca Burley

YouTube video by Samantha Elizabeth Coaching & Consulting

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 8d

“Assuming good intentions” can change everything about communication and trust at work.

Loved this insight from Krista Hayes on Stress Mess.

🎥 Watch the full episode: youtu.be/PRVs62J0qh4

CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 11d

“Assuming good intentions changes everything about how we show up at work.” — Krista Hayes

Loved this insight from my Stress Mess conversation with Krista Hayes, founder of Zone Walk Solutions.

Full episode:
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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 13d

New Stress Mess episode with Krista Hayes of Zone Walk Solutions!

We talk about how one simple mindset—assuming good intentions—can transform trust and communication at work.

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Episode 17: Assume Good Intentions! with Krista Hayes

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 14d

This week on Stress Mess, I sit down with Krista Hayes, founder of Zone Walk Solutions, to talk about the power of assuming good intentions.

Subscribe to catch tomorrow’s release:
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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 14d

September was Suicide Prevention Month, but prevention isn’t just for one month.

Every 40 seconds, someone dies by suicide. But 40 seconds can also change a life.

🎙️ Episode: youtu.be/LAr4VPFceYo
Call/text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

#StressMessPodcast #SuicidePrevention #CoachSamanthaE

CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 14d

When @kamichat.bsky.social moved to Houston, she connected with Sandra Fernandez, who introduced her to Jennifer Texada.

That connection grew into Social Media Breakfast of Houston, a 16-year community that’s still thriving.

🎙️ Full episode: youtu.be/0N28drleli4

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 14d

"An eight-minute phone call can save a life. Never underestimate the power of showing up." – Traci Shannon

Full episode:
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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 19d

Your customer’s first impression doesn’t start at the sale, it starts the moment they hear your name. Whether it’s a review or a referral, you’ve got one shot to shape it. I shared a quick breakdown on how to make that moment count.

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How Did Customers Hear About You? | Samantha Elizabeth

👀 When a customer says, “I heard about you from a friend,” that moment holds more weight than we realize. It tells you how your brand shows up in the wild — in conversations, in comments, in quiet re...

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 19d

Breakups hit hard—especially in those first few days.
If you're feeling lost, heartbroken, or unsure what to do next, start here:
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You don’t have to figure it all out at once—just take the first step.

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 20d

First impressions matter, especially in business. The way customers first hear about you shapes trust, loyalty, and long-term relationships.

“How Did You Hear About Us? What Customers’ First Impressions Reveal About Your Brand”
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“How Did You Hear About Us?” What Customers’ First Impressions Reveal About Your Brand

When a new client, customer, or patient walks through your door, one of the first questions you might ask is: “How did you hear about us?” It sounds simple, but the answer reveals far more than just a...

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 20d

This week on Stress Mess, I talk with my bright shining star of a friend, Traci Shannon (aka @startraci.bsky.social).

🎙️ Watch & listen now:
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#StressMessPodcast #SuicidePrevention #CoachSamanthaE

Episode 16: Pebbles of Positivity! with Traci Shannon

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 21d

After a breakup, don’t pressure yourself to “move on” immediately. One of the best things you can do is simply pause. Rest, process, and let healing happen on your timeline.

#BreakupRecovery #HealingJourney #CoachSamanthaE

CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 21d

What if the smallest pebble created the biggest ripple? 🌊

Tomorrow’s Stress Mess features my bright shining star of a friend, Traci Shannon (aka @StarTraci). We talk Suicide Prevention Month, toxic positivity, and showing up when it matters most.

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 23d

The Sims Trick for Real-Life Relationships! 🎮
Watch the live plus/minus (words, expressions, body language) and adjust.
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The Sims Trick for Real-Life Relationships!

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 25d

“Your life’s purpose doesn’t have to be grand; it just has to serve.” — Wesam Samour 💚
From our new episode, Life, Like The Sims!
Watch/listen:
YouTube: youtu.be/HHRFBnjLYs4
Buzzsprout: www.buzzsprout.com/2179211/epis...

CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 27d

Life, Like The Sims! is out now 🎧
We talk purpose as service, reading relationships like The Sims, and anti-micromanagement leadership.
Watch/listen:
YouTube: youtu.be/HHRFBnjLYs4
Buzzsprout: www.buzzsprout.com/2179211/epis...

Episode 15: Life, Like The Sims! with Wesam Samour

YouTube video by Samantha Elizabeth Coaching & Consulting

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 28d

“Community isn’t about competition. It’s about all of us rising together.” – Kami Huyse

This week on Stress Mess, Kami shares how Social Media Breakfast Houston has grown into a thriving 16-year community.

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · 28d

Tomorrow’s Stress Mess episode leans into The Sims: purpose, plus/minus EQ, and leadership without micromanagement.

Subscribe so you don’t miss it: www.youtube.com/@CoachSamant...

CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · Sep 17

“How did you hear about us?” tells you more than where a candidate found your posting. It shows how your brand is perceived before the interview.

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I built a visual guide on strengthening those first impressions. #ExperienceEvolved

Candidate Experience Starts Before the Application | Samantha Elizabeth

Before a candidate ever interviews, they’ve already formed an opinion of your company. Where they hear about you — Glassdoor reviews, employee referrals, job boards, or even word of mouth — shapes th...

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · Sep 17

Divorce is never just paperwork. It’s grief, tough decisions, and eventually, healing.

In my latest blog, I share what the messy middle really looks like, and how the right support can help you rebuild.

Read here: samanthaelizabeth.com/2025/09/14/h...

#CoachSamanthaE #EmpowerAndRiseCoaching

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · Sep 16

“How did you hear about us?” isn’t just a checkbox — it’s a mirror of your employer brand. Candidates form opinions before the interview through referrals, reviews, and reputation.

Read my latest article: www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-di...

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"How Did You Hear About Us?" What Candidates’ First Impressions Reveal About Your Employer Brand

When a candidate applies for a job, one of the first questions they often hear is, “How did you hear about us?” On the surface, it seems like a simple formality. But in reality, the answer holds the k...

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CoachSamanthaE @coachsamanthae.bsky.social · Sep 16

From 30 people at a coffee shop ☕ to a 16-year community 🎉

This week on Stress Mess, I’m joined by my friend & mentor Kami Huyse, co-founder of Social Media Breakfast of Houston.

🎙️ Watch: youtu.be/0N28drleli4
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Episode 14: Community Over Competition! with Kami Huyse

YouTube video by Samantha Elizabeth Coaching & Consulting

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