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  • Resume & Interview Secrets: Land Your Dream Job with Job Coach Victoria
    Dec 4 2025

    Host Kim Russo sits down with Job Coach Victoria McMillin, Owner of Job Coach Victoria, to share invaluable tips on how to get your resume noticed and land your dream role with Instagram @JobCoachVictoria. As a seasoned Career Strategist with 20 years of experience placing professionals in Fortune 100 Companies, Victoria witnessed a major disconnect: highly valuable professionals—even VPs and Directors—struggle to present their skills effectively in today's demanding job market.

    Victoria's method is built on bridging that gap. She explains how the average job posting receives 100 resumes, making the first six seconds of review critical. Learn the proven strategies Job Coach Victoria uses to structure your resume to bypass that quick glance and land in the "yes" pile.

    She also reveals the critical steps beyond the application, including:

    • Customized Resume Crafting: Techniques for powerful presentation.
    • Self-Marketing: How to position yourself better for recruiters.
    • Networking Secrets: Finding and using connections you didn't know you had.
    • Interview Mastery: Mastering interviews with confidence.

    Victoria has helped thousands of professionals secure positions at top organizations like Apple, Microsoft, IBM, Amazon, and Wells Fargo. Tune in for actionable advice that will accelerate your career search! Find her on Instagram @JobCoachVictoria

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    21 m
  • From Pavers to Pergolas: Creating Your Dream Outdoor Spaces with Olga Morales
    Nov 26 2025

    In this episode, host Kim Russo sits down with Olga Morales, CEO of Morales Outdoor Creations, a thriving, family-owned business making its mark on the Lowcountry. What started as a hardscape company, taking on its very first project—a simple porch extension requested by an uncle—has blossomed into a popular, full-service outdoor living company serving both residential and commercial clients.

    Olga shares how their business has expanded beyond expert paver installation for patios and driveways to crafting complete custom outdoor spaces. Today, their projects include sophisticated outdoor kitchens, elegant water features, custom pergolas, and full-scale landscaping design. Morales Outdoor Creations is committed to giving every customer a personalized experience, beginning with a free, no-obligation consultation right at your home. Learn how this local, family-run team is helping neighbors transform their backyards into true extensions of their homes.

    To start your next outdoor project, visit Morales Outdoor Creations online at www.MoralesPaversCHS.com

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    13 m
  • How to Bring Strategy & Creativity to Your Brand: A Talk with Alyssa Franco
    Nov 12 2025

    Strategy & Creativity: How Alyssa Franco Built The Digital Touch

    In this inspiring conversation, host Kim Russo sits down with Alyssa Franco, the creative Owner of The Digital Touch!

    Alyssa, who successfully manages the social media presence for local powerhouses like Mount Pleasant Magazine, Charleston Women Magazine, and Island Vibes, shares her journey of turning a "side hustle" into a thriving full-time business.

    Learn how The Digital Touch naturally grew from Alyssa's passion for graphic design and social media, eventually moving her from a Real Estate Admin role to full-time entrepreneurship. Alyssa highlights the critical importance of bringing strategy and creativity to every project to help local businesses shine and rise above the rest.

    In This Podcast, You'll Learn:

    • How networking led to major partnerships with prominent Charleston-area publications.

    • Alyssa's insights on Branding and Web Design for today's market.

    • The vision of collaboration over competition in the Charleston business community.

    Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights on business growth and digital strategy!

    Connect with Alyssa Franco & The Digital Touch: Website: TheDigitalTouchCHS.com.

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    19 m
  • A New Chapter: Retiring from 25+ Years as an RN to Bring Kim Lolley Designs to Charleston and Beyond
    Oct 29 2025

    Did you know the Louisiana-based fashion brand with a huge following in Charleston, SC, was founded by a Retired Registered Nurse turned Fashion Designer?

    Host Kim Russo sits down with Kim Lolley, owner of the Kim Lolley Fashion Brand, to reveal the inspiring story behind her pivot from a 25-year career in nursing to launching her beloved line of Kim Lolley Designs.

    We go behind the seams to discuss:

    • The Crossroads Moment: What led Kim to move past her nursing career and reconnect with her lifelong love of feminine styles and vintage silhouettes.

    • A Brand with a Purpose: The emotional journey that led her to commit to supporting the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home—a cause that is now woven into the fabric of her company's mission.

    • The Design Details: How she chooses the vibrant prints, colors, and luxurious fabrics that define Kim Lolley Designs.

    Kim Lolley shares how the Lowcountry has become a core market for her online store (https://KimLolley.com), a popularity that's bringing her to Charleston for highly anticipated pop-up events at the Charleston Hotel and the chic Beau & Ro boutique. Get the scoop on her future expansion plans, including wholesale and a potential brick-and-mortar presence to serve her loyal Charleston following.

    Don't miss the inspiring story behind the clothing line that helps you look good, feel good, and do good!

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    13 m
  • 10 Days, 50+ Events: Unpacking the 2025 Charleston Literary Festival
    Oct 15 2025

    Join host Kim Russo as she chats with Sarah Moriarty, Executive Director of the Charleston Literary Festival, for a look at this spectacular 2025 event!

    Sarah Moriarty shares the fascinating history of the festival, tracing its roots to Charleston House in Lewes, UK —the historic home of the radical writers and artists of the Bloomsbury Group— and its start in South Carolina in 2017, courtesy of Debo Gage and Diana Reich. Hear the inspiring journey of how it grew from a 2-day "mini-version" with 8 events to the current 10-day literary marathon featuring over 50+ programs at the Dock Street Theatre (November 7 - 16, 2025).

    Discover the various ways you can attend and experience the festival.

    Find out how you can join the celebration! Attend, volunteer, or become a donor. For tickets, event details, and more information, visit: www.CharlestonLiterstonFestival.com

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    22 m
  • A Roller Derby Fighter's New Battle: Traci Doutaz on Surviving Cancer
    Sep 24 2025

    Traci Doutaz, a current breast cancer survivor who has returned to roller derby, shares her powerful story with host Kim Russo. Traci explains how a casual self-check after a roller derby match while relaxing at home one evening led to a breast cancer diagnosis.

    In this interview, Traci opens up about her unique approach to living with cancer, the critical support she has received from her friends, family, and medical team, how her insurance helped her throughout the process, and she advises to start checking early.

    Support Traci's fight! A GoFundMe campaign, "Less Tragic, More Magic for Doutaz!", was created to help Traci with the physical, emotional, and financial challenges ahead.

    Donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/make-magic-for-Doutaz

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    15 m
  • Start Transforming Your Marriage Today with Sophie Orozco
    Sep 10 2025

    What if you could turn your relationship around, even when it feels hopeless? Host Kim Russo talks with Sophie Orozco, a relationship coach who did exactly that, rebuilding her own marriage from the ground up. Sophie, CEO & Relationship Coach of Sophie Orozco Coaching, empowers women to see beyond the challenges and find the positive things they can build on.

    In this conversation, they tackle tough topics like the struggle of getting your partner to therapy and the feeling of being trapped. Sophie shares her proven method for moving relationships forward, helping her clients reconnect with themselves, reignite their partnership, and rediscover a deeper love.

    For more resources, including courses, a blog, and podcasts, visit SophieOrozco.com.

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    23 m
  • Biohacking & Anti-Aging Secrets: A Chat with Anti-aging Specialist & Coach Alena Klenot
    Aug 26 2025

    Join host Kim Russo as she sits down with Anti-aging Specialist & Coach Alena Klenot, owner of Olala Life. In this captivating interview, Alena shares her experiences and unique perspective on makeup, beauty, health, and vitality.

    Learn how she first discovered the world of biohacking and hormone therapy, and get an inside look at her personal approach to these cutting-edge techniques. Alena also shares fascinating stories from her incredible career, and her journey has involved living and working in places like the Czech Republic, the UK, Canada, and the Charleston area right here in South Carolina.

    Discover which Hollywood A-listers she's worked with beyond icons like Cher, Janet Jackson, and Neil Young, and hear about her experiences working at 8 Olympic Games. For more information on Alena and her work, visit OlalaLife.com.

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    23 m