This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast features Michelle Coulson, founder and CEO of Remote Rebellion, a company that empowers people to design their dream lives with freedom and flexibility by building meaningful, location-independent careers through remote work. A former recruiter from the UK with nearly a decade of experience across London, Singapore, and Australia, Michelle’s career took a pivotal turn during the pandemic when she traded her London flat for the opportunity to work remotely from Bali. When her employer called her back to the office in 2021, she boldly said “no,” stayed in Bali, and launched her own company, Remote Rebellion. Today, she helps professionals secure remote roles that align with their values while connecting remote-first companies with top global talent.

Key pitching takeaways from Michelle Coulson on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• Build leverage before you pitch—be a top performer and clearly demonstrate your value.
• Keep a “wins folder” so your achievements are ready to present at any time.
• Stay visible at work: speak up, show up, and confidently highlight your contributions.
• Anticipate objections and prepare clear, thoughtful responses before your pitch.
• Ask for a remote-work trial period and treat it like an audition to prove you can excel.
• Avoid bragging about remote work: reassure leadership that you’ll keep it low-key and professional.
• Subtly plant the seed that long-term flexibility matters to you and may affect future retention.
• Lean on your support network during major career transitions to stay grounded and confident.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Michelle Coulson to access Michelle’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Website: https://remoterebellion.com

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This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast takes a look back at Lisa Osborne’s #internship #mentorship at Pitch Publicity® and how it laid the foundation for her remarkable career in marketing and healthcare technology. While interning at Pitch Publicity®, Lisa earned dual degrees in Public Relations and International Studies from the University of Florida, later continuing her education with an Executive MBA from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School. Today, she serves as vice president of product marketing at Waystar (NASDAQ: WAY), where she leads go-to-market strategy and commercialization for the company’s AI-powered software. With more than a decade of leadership experience across both private equity-backed and public companies, Lisa previously served as vice president of marketing at Finvi, leading brand strategy, corporate communications, and demand generation. Lisa’s journey from intern to VP in under 10 years exemplifies how saying yes to new opportunities—and being prepared to rise to them—can accelerate career growth in extraordinary ways.

Key pitching/mentorship takeaways from Lisa Osborne on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• Show up with the confidence of who you want to become, not just who you are today.
• Don’t overlook what you may view as “boring” — they often offer the most unexpected opportunities.
• Always prepare before you pitch; research your audience and tailor your message.
• Be adaptable and adjust your pitch approach for different audiences and situations.
• Say “yes” to new challenges, even if you’re unsure how to do them — you’ll figure it out.
• Protect relationships; never burn bridges — they often lead to your next big step.
• Network before you need something — build genuine relationships first.
• When mentoring, be clear, kind, and honest — consistent truth helps others grow.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchStar Lisa Osborne to be inspired by #mentorship and motivated to #pitch with success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Instagram: @lisajardimosborne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisajardim

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Website: www.INICIVOX.com

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This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers” podcast features husband-and-wife power duo Patrick Sullivan Jr. and Ashley Leroux, the brilliant entrepreneurial team behind Jigsaw Health, known for their delicious magnesium and potassium electrolyte powders that make feeling good easy. Together, Patrick and Ashley — affectionately known as “Pashley” — have built an empire that blends wellness, creativity, and community. They’re not only successful business partners, but also musicians, filmmakers, and passionate pickleball players who turned their love for the sport into The Orchard @ Jigsaw Health, a boutique indoor pickleball stadium in Scottsdale that inspired their Amazon Prime documentary, “Breaking Pickleball.” Now, they’re tackling an even bigger project — producing, “Breaking Big Food: How The American Food System Went Rotten, and How It's Being Revived,” while also brewing up inspiration (and espresso) at their newest venture, Firefly Organic Coffee & Market.

Key pitching takeaways from Patrick Sullivan & Ashley Leroux on this episode of “Pitch Live”:

• Set the tone: Start your pitch by lowering defenses — try, “This might be a bad idea, but hear me out…” — then pivot to a “yes, and” mindset.
• Move through friction: When ideas stall, take a walk. Movement sparks creativity and clarity.
• Follow the laughter: If it makes you laugh, you’re on the right track.
• Do what’s fun: Success follows passion, not spreadsheets — lean into what energizes you.
• Answer the call: When you feel called to do something, don’t hesitate — act and make an impact.
• Think big: Avoid making your pitch too niche; your idea needs a broad, addressable market.
• Cast a wide net: Share your pitch broadly — don’t wait for one “perfect” audience or opportunity.
• Value the people: The real reward isn’t just the journey — it’s the company you keep along the way.

Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Patrick Sullivan & Ashley Leroux to access Patrick and Ashley’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩

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Follow and connect with Patrick Sullivan & Ashley Leroux of Jigsaw Health

X: @realPatrickJr @TheAshleyLeroux

Instagram: @patricksullivanjr @theashleyleroux @jigsaw_Health @firefly.coffee

Facebook: @JigsawHealth

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricksullivanjr

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-leroux

Website: www.jigsawhealth.com

Breaking Pickleball Documentary: www.BreakingPickleball.com

Breaking Big Food Documentary: www.BreakingBigFood.com

Follow and connect with Pitch Publicity #PitchStars

Instagram and LinkedIn @pitchpublicity

Follow and connect with #INICIVOX for #VirtualMentorship

Instagram | Facebook | X | LinkedIn: @INICIVOX

Website: www.INICIVOX.com

Be sure to hit that subscribe button and give us a rating or review. Your feedback helps us plan future episodes. As a bonus, join us at www.INICIVOX.com where you can get motivated, hone your communication skills and binge as much mentorship as you want, whenever you need it.