Hi I’m Stephanie Quilao, and welcome to my blog coaching page!
For
a limited time, I would like to
share what I’ve learned and continue to learn about blogging and social
media in my nearly 5 years of experience in professional blogging in lifestyle subjects.
Now is your chance to get coaching from a savvy experienced blogger who has been featured in the likes of Women's Health magazine, PBS Media Shift, CNBC On the Money, Glamour.com, and Wall Street Journal Digits. Here is a more detailed bio of my experience.
Here is a quick video of me saying hello and introducing briefly how I can help you take your blogging to the next level. The video can help give you an idea of the kind of energy I will bring to our sessions together.
Why am I doing coaching now?
I LOVE blogging because for me it has been a
pathway to my life purpose work which is to help people live more authentic lives, and I would like to help others get on the path to doing their life purpose work as well.
I'd like to share my expertise so that more people can do the work they are passionate about, make a difference, and build their presence and earnings in the socialsphere using blogs and social media.
Who I can help bestI work best with those who blog in the lifestyle categories like food, healthy living, fashion, home, garden, family, art, design, and hobbies. I also work best with those who are right-brain dominate - the creative and emotional types. Why? Because that's me and my personal work experience so I will *get* you, and probably in more ways than one!
I also work well with closet right-brainers and creatives who have hidden that part of themselves in order to climb the ladder in Corporate America. Are you ready to make the change and finally do the work you really want to do? I've been there myself in Silicon Valley, and yes, it is well worth the leap!
Why are you focusing on lifestyle bloggers and right-brainers?There is an enormous amount of blog coaching information out there in the interwebs taught by some really bright and talented people. I do suggest that you also check them out. Much of the content is geared to more business and tech topics, and to those who are more left-brain thinkers.
I wanted to offer a unique service to those who are looking for a blog coach who is also creative, thinks different, is a middle-brainer who leans more to the right, and at one point or another in life felt like a misfit toy, too ahead of their time, or just never fit into any regular box like all the other kids.
Some quick examples of what others may think is weird or quirky but which I think is normal. If you're like me, you......take into consideration astrology, numerology, superstition, or symbolism when making business decisions.
...are meticulous about a particular shade of color, font, or picture you've seen in your mind, and are not happy until you get that exact thing.
...often speak of "the Universe."
...constantly have a deep desire to create meaning and help make the world a better place.
...work mostly moonlight hours. When people are sleeping, you are pumping out your best work.
...have learned to listen to your instincts because you can just *feel* when something is right or not right when there is no logical data or evidence available to support the insight...yet.
How I can help you
In a nutshell, here are the three main areas I can help you best:
- I can help you focus
Thinking outside of the box in multi-directions is wonderful for the creation of your magnificent works. However, thinking all over the place can wreck havoc on your business if you want to make a living or even just some extra money from your blogging and social media efforts. I can help you get focused in messaging, positioning, direction, and path, so that you achieve your goals faster and more efficiently.
- I can help you cut out or get a middle man
A common issue which is not talked about often but comes up for bloggers who want to make money from their blogging is whether or not to involve middle men in the distribution of your works or in monetizing your content. For example, should you use an ad network or sell your own ads? Should you go through a book publisher or self-publish? Should you let your content be syndicated or used for free in exchange for exposure in big media sites or not?
In some cases, there is value in the middle men and in some cases there is not much value to you and more benefit to them. I can help you decide which direction can help you better achieve your long term goals, and then how to work with those middle men to get the most benefit.
- I can help you feel understood
The life of a professional blogger is very exciting in many ways but it can also be very lonely and isolating because we are early adopters. How many people do you know blog for a living or even make a dime from blogging? Yeah, it's a small pool, but pat yourself on the back because it's an exciting place to be! I can help you deal with the emotional side of blogging which can affect your business and creativity.
At the end of the day, I want to help you feel stronger about where you are going, what you are doing, and to help you feel less stressed and alone as you grow your brand and business online.
Five more things to know
- I am focused on you
Our time together is valuable and during our time, I will be completely focused on helping you achieve your goals.
- There is no such thing as perfect
Whether you just need a little guidance or are a complete lost pile of hot mess, it doesn't matter to me. I've experienced both ends, and our work is to see where you are at and work from there. There are no judgments here because again our time is about looking at what is and how we can get you to the next level.
- You will have homework assignments
I believe that people learn best when they actually take action. We can plan and theorize until the sun goes down, but results will not manifest until action occurs. I understand that you are hiring me to help you manifest results. The assignments I give you will not only be useful but they will help open you up to new things.
- It is personal
Have you heard that saying, "It's not personal, it's business." Well, I have always disagreed with that saying because business is personal especially when you are doing work that is your passion. How can you separate the two? You cannot. Business is personal, but it also doesn't mean that you have to take everything personally which can be a challenge to a creative type. I am into creating personal experiences for each of my clients.
- We can use phone or Skype video
For our sessions, I am flexible in using phones or Skype video. Some people are more comfortable in voice only and some like to see my smiling face, so I am open to both. The nice thing about Skype is not only the visual but the chat is free. If you do not have Skype, you can download it from here. It is free for Skype-to-Skype calls, video, and IM.
How to get started
- I like to talk to people, so if you have more questions or just want to get a feel for my energy, I do offer a free 20 minute initial consultation focused on my services. I can go into a bit more detail about how I can help you. There is no obligation to book a paid session after this free consultation, and don't worry, I don't believe in the hard sell, so I won't get spammer on you!
- If you are ready to get started, you can pre-pay and book your appointment online. I offer a per hour basis or if you book 3 sessions at one time, you get 10% off the total. I will send you a confirmation email as a reminder for our session.
- Here is my Blog coaching session cancellation and appointment change policy.
- Prior to our first session, I will send you a short questionnaire that will help us get started. I will also visit your blog and any other social media links you send to me so that we can hit the ground running in session one.
- If you have a quick question or comment, here's how to contact me.
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