In this episode of the #WisdomOfWomen Show, host Coco Sellman, a 5x founder and impact investor, interviews Jessica Milanes, Founder & CEO of Smart Podcast Solutions. Jessica shares her journey from finance to founding a full-service podcasting agency, helping women amplify their voices and establish influential personal brands. Jessica’s unique approach combines her project management expertise with a mission-driven focus Jessica Milanes has transformed her career in finance into a mission of empowerment through podcasting. As a former VP at Luther Burbank Savings, she drove impressive operational efficiencies, including reducing loan processing times by over 50% and boosting productivity by 200%. Now, through Smart Podcast Solutions, Jessica offers end-to-end podcast services for female founders, supporting them in building impactful brands and reaching a global audience. Her story is one of resilience, innovation, and passion for empowering women on storytelling.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN BY LISTENTING IN:

Listeners will gain actionable strategies for leveraging podcasts as a tool for business growth, amplifying women's voices in leadership, and creating community-focused content.

GUEST SPOTLIGHT – JESSICA MILANES:

Jessica Milanes has transformed her career in finance into a mission of empowerment through podcasting. As a former VP at Luther Burbank Savings, she drove impressive operational efficiencies, including reducing loan processing times by over 50% and boosting productivity by 200%. Now, through Smart Podcast Solutions, Jessica offers end-to-end podcast services for female founders, supporting them in building impactful brands and reaching a global audience. Her story is one of resilience, innovation, and passion for empowering women.

Chapters

00:14 The Wisdom of Women in Business

06:18 Finding Joy in Grief

09:32 The Journey into Podcasting

16:43 Strategies for Effective Podcast Marketing

23:46 Empowering Women Through Podcasting

29:05 Launching a Podcast: Strategies for Success

36:36 Expanding the Audience: A Journey of Self-Discovery

42:50 Transitioning to New Beginnings

45:00 Transitioning to New Opportunities

Takeaways

• The Wisdom of Women Show emphasizes the importance of amplifying women's voices in business.
• Jessica Milanis transitioned from a VP role to founding a podcast agency for women.
• Effective podcasting requires understanding what value it brings to both hosts and listeners.
• Women in leadership roles contribute significantly to innovation and business success globally.
• Collaboration and community are essential for women entrepreneurs to elevate their presence.
• Podcast listeners are always seeking new content, making promotional swaps highly effective.

BURNING QUESTIONS ANSWERED:

1.How can your past experiences fuel your success in podcasting?

Discover how Jessica applied her project management skills to podcasting, creating a streamlined and impactful approach.

Learn why leveraging past achievements can build a powerful brand narrative that resonates with audiences.

2.What are the essential strategies for growing your podcast audience?

Explore Jessica’s “effort-based” and “organic” podcast marketing methods to attract and retain listeners.

Get tips on using keywords, show descriptions, and podcast ads to enhance discoverability.

3.How can you amplify women’s voices through podcasting?

Jessica explains the significance of women’s perspectives in leadership and how podcasts can become platforms for powerful narratives.

Coco and Jessica discuss the importance of community and collaboration in promoting female voices.

4.What are the best ways to promote your podcast for maximum reach?

Learn about cross-promotion...