What If The Best Marketing Is A Conversation? with Jessica Rhodes

Send us Fan Mail I had the opportunity to chat with Jessica Rhodes, founder of Interview Connections, to talk about why podcast guesting is the rare kind of marketing that builds real connection instead of leaving us burned out. We share practical steps for getting booked, what makes a pitch feel professional, and why relationships still matter more than automation as AI changes the landscape.  • podcast guesting as connection-first marketing for remote entrepreneurs  • feeling “full” after interviews as a sign of alignment  • building instant credibility and social proof through guest appearances  • confidence gains from real-time feedback with a host  • choosing interview topics based on client problems and transformations  • pitching like a human instead of an AI template blast  • including a one sheet with headshot, bio, links, topics, and questions  • finding active podcasts using Listen Notes, Rephonic, Podmatch, and groups  • quick research hack by searching where peers have guested  • Jessica’s origin story as a new mom and virtual assistant  • scaling from hourly work to packages, pricing, and an agency model  • returning to CEO role and reshaping the company vision  • competing with low-cost AI tools while protecting quality  • handling change, grief, and identity shifts as a founder  • why rest and nervous system care improves business results  Connect and follow Jessica   https://interviewconnections.com/ https://interviewconnections.com/podcast/  Are you ready to streamline your business and elevate your client experience? Right now you can get 30% off with my discount code: https://share.honeybook.com/shannastar You can try Pic Time for free with my code and get an extra free month when you upgrade to a paid plan: head to the notes and click the link to start your beautiful galleries today https://davistaphotography.pic-time.com/referral Support the show Keep Shining- Shanna Star