Have you ever wondered how to go viral on Instagram? Knowing how to make viral content is a great way to build your platform and establish brand awareness. Today I am honored to interview my friend Blake, who is the host of Confessions of a Crappy Christian podcast, and knows a thing or two about how to make viral content on Instagram! Blake is a writer, podcaster, and coach who equips and enco...
I want to do something different today and tell you what is on my heart. Taking my business online has changed my life, and the life of my family, forever. To say that I am grateful is an understatement! And with that gratefulness comes responsibility. The internet changed the playing ground for everyone, including you! You don't have to work a 40 hour week anymore, you can spend more time with...
Today on the Jennifer Allwood Show I'm honored to interview Patrice Washington! In 2020, Success Magazine named Patrice Washington one of 12 Inspiring Black Voices in Personal Development. As an award-winning author, transformational speaker, hope-restoring coach, and media personality, Patrice is committed to redefining the term “wealth” using its original meaning, “well-being.” Hit the Highl...
I am back from Flordiaaaaa!!! Something happened on the plane ride home, and so the last couple of days I've been giving my opinion on a few hot topics.... and let's just say it's been a very interesting couple of days on my Instagram stories. I blew a gasket because I am so passionate about standing up for our kiddos. I learned a lesson that I want to share with you today, and that's to be "un...
The Lord reminded me of a note I have on my phone and that is to "claim your territory." The bible talks a lot about territories. We usually think about this in the form of boundaries on our land, but there are spiritual territories as well! Now more than ever, you need to put a stake in the ground about what you stand for. God spoke the word into existence, and friend, there is power over our ...
Are you a holder backer? Maybe you have some strong opinions or thoughts on something, but you never share. Or maybe you consistently aren't getting what you want, but you still keep quiet. Sound like you? You might be a holder-backer. Today I want to talk about two reasons why you may be holding back, and what to do about it. "Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the LO...
Hey friend, have you ever wanted to self-publish a book or wondered if self-publishing a book would be a great way to build your platform? You’re in the right place because today I’m interviewing Chandler Bolt, who is an investor, advisor, the CEO of Self-Publishing School, and the author of 6 bestselling books including his most recent book titled “Published.” If you feel like you have a messa...
Do you want to get booked on other people's podcasts? Being a podcast guest is a great way to grow your own authority, get new eyes on your product or service, and grow your network within your niche. My team and I get pitched all.the.time. for people to come on The Jennifer Allwood Show. But here is the thing. Most of the time, people are doing it ALL WRONG! So today, I'm giving you my secret ...
The Instagram algorithm is allllwayyyyss changing! And until we create the next Instagram, we have to play but its rules. Is your Instagram engagement down? One of the best ways to increase your Instagram engagement in 2021 to get your dream customers is by using Instagram stories! So today I want to give you 5 Instagram engagement hacks you can use to beat the algorithm with Instagram stories....
If you are a creative or a new business owner looking to up your Instagram strategy for 2021, you are in the right place! I looove Instagram and have grown my account from 0 - 100k followers! I want to give your three Instagram growth hacks you can do implement TODAY to optimize your Instagram strategy in 2021. Stick around because I have a free gift for you at the end! Hit the Highlights (3:1...
Today I want to talk to you about the power of asking for what you want. And not in a manifestation kind of way - I am talking about bringing your heart's desire before God and asking Him to bless your life according to his will. The kind of things you never think could happen.... only things that would happen if the Lord's hand is in it. Friend, God can move mountains if only we are brave enou...
Starting your business can be scary. Friend, I get it. But there's an excuse I hear over and over again that I'm calling the chicken exit - it's when you don't do something to grow your biz because you are too chicken! Friend, if you've been following me long enough now you'll know I don't use fear as an excuse!! There is no guarantee that your business will be successful. You will never know w...
One of the most powerful things you can do for your business is to pray for it. What can be even more powerful is getting a group of women together who can be praying with you. In this podcast, I'll teach you how to start your own prayer pod for your business. Start Your Own Prayer Pod Keep your group small Find people who have a similar income as you. Figure out who you know who is a biz owne...
Have you ever thought about getting in the coaching business 2021, being a life coach, or maybe coaching others on how to do a service or make a product? The coaching industry can be sooooo amazing but friend, there is a right and a wrong way to be a business coach! Today I want to tell you business coaching tips and three common mistakes you should avoid if you are thinking about going into t...
I am so grateful to God that he has given me 50 years of life. And since my 50th birthday is tomorrow, I thought it would be fun to give you five things I wish I would have known when I started my entrepreneurship journey. I've been an entrepreneur for 21 years, and have learned soooo much that I can't wait to share with you today! Hit the Highlights (04:39) How I started my entrepreneurship j...
In this life, we will have trouble. There will be battles, warfare, and resistance. This is one of the reasons I'm drawn to war movies. There's something about watching a story about good and evil that reminds me to take the territory that God has given to me. When we have a business calling from God, it's tempting to play small and not go into the territory he has for us. But God wants us to r...
Was your personal or business Facebook account disabled? Or maybe your reach is tanking or all your stats are down - I call that "Facebook jail". In this podcast, I am giving you some common reasons people go to "Facebook jail" and how to avoid these mistakes to keep your account in good standing! Hit the Highlights (03:43) Here are the reasons why you could be in Facebook jail. (12:13) What t...
These last few weeks I've learned I need to hold things loosely. I'm not gonna lie, it's been a rough time! I was talking about this last week in my coaching group and telling them about all the plans I have for my 50th birthday and my beach house finally closing. These are all really exciting plans, but I know I need to hold them loosely. This past month taught me that when we are in a season ...
God designed Men and Women to be different and that’s true when it comes to how we are wired in business! As wise women, we can look to each other in business and learn from each other. Women are so strong, sensitive, compassionate, and intuitive. These are super strengths in business! On the other side, I see so many men who are amazing at collaboration and cheering on one another, winging thi...
Friend, when you are stuck there is zero growth! As my friend Steven Furtick says, God can't do anything with a parked car. Doing is moving. A week or so ago, I was out for a walk and The Lord gave me a word to share with you. He said to me, "this is what happens to people in life and business. They get stuck and things are stagnant." God never designed for us to stay stuck. We are supposed to ...
Grab a pen and paper because I’m about to rapid-fire everythingggg you need to know about crafting the perfect email! This is going to be your crash course for email marketing for beginners. People gave you their email because they want messages from you, so don’t be afraid to send some emails and give people the opportunity to buy your product or service. Today I’ll give you all the best pract...
Picture this... you sit down at your desk, ready to brainstorm brilliant ideas to take your biz to the next level. You stare at a blank piece of paper knowing the ideas will come...until they don't. Suddenly an hour has passed and you've gotten nowhere. Sound familiar? I've been there, friend. My friend Allie Brown always says, "no good idea comes from your desk." If you are an entrepreneur and...
Today I want to talk to you about virtual assistants. We will go over what they are, what they do, and how to know that you need one. Virtual assistants can be a game-changer for your online business! I've personally used a virtual assistant for 8 to 10 years. Friend, you don't have to be good at all the things. You just have to stay in the lane that God has called you and work with the right v...
Have you ever thought about joining a mastermind? My Next Level mastermind is opppppeeen and ready for a creative, Jesus-loving, business owner like YOU! But I know it’s a big decision, and totally different from regular coaching or courses. That’s why I’m going over the details of what the mastermind will look like in this bonus episode. Maybe you know deep down you are ready for more, ready f...
Something amazing happens when you decide you want to be an entrepreneur... you get to call the shots! Trust me, you want to be intentional as possible when you start your biz. That means that part of your business plan should include your core values as a company. Unfortunately, a lot of entrepreneurs do this as an afterthought. A few years down the road they may be struggling to go to work ev...
IIf you are a maker, DIY’er, painter, creator, or have any creative business, one of the best things you can do is to create multiple streams of income. I totally get it. You are an artist or creative and love making and creating! It works well for a business model until it doesn’t! When I had my painting business, there came a point where I was capped out on how many hours I could spend painti...
When you become an entrepreneur, words matter. A lot of times it's just you, so you need to be your biggest cheerleader instead of your biggest critic. Lately, I've heard several of my coaching clients say, "I'm drowning, I'm on the struggle bus, I'm so far behind, etc". It grieves my heart because the bible says that life and death are in the power of the tongue. That's why it's much easier fo...
The Lord is showing me over and over again the importance of taking a stand, especially as a Mom. It can be hard to take a stand and keep our mouths shut instead of sharing our opinions. There are three main reasons why it is hard to take a stand. It feels vulnerable, people might disagree with us publicly, or we might be "canceled." All of those reasons come back to fear. And the root of fear ...
Today I want to talk about a major fear around making money... that you will change! A lot of people are scared that if they are a successful business person and have money, then suddenly they will become a snob and change into a person they don't like. I've always prayed, Lord give me as much as we can handle without breaking us. Friend, we have to stop thinking that having more money is going...
Today I want to pose a few questions... if you are a Christian business owner, should you feel guilty about making money? Is it holier to have less money, than to be wealthy? Is having money evil? How would you answer these questions? I've wrestled with these ideas for many years and it's something that's now one of my biggest passions to talk about. I want to get into some money mindsets that...
Today I am so honored to interview Angelica Duncan! She shows women how to build online ministries, and used to be in my coaching group, Creators’ Inner Circle, and is now going to be one of the speakers at my virtual event, Money, Faith, and Business! Not only that, but she is also in my prayer group every Monday morning, and has been a huge inspiration to me! I remember we were having a conve...
How do you set yourself apart as a business in a saturated market? Maybe you want to start a coffee shop but wonder how you’ll stand out from all the other coffee shops in your area. Or maybe you have a business already but are feeling like you need some fresh ideas. Or maybe you are looking for new business ideas in 2022! Today I want to talk to you about filling the gap. If you see a need in ...
