Making It with Jess Ekstrom
Jess EkstromMaking It with Jess Ekstrom is a top rated business podcast designed to help you amplify your ideas, influence and income. We have a special focus on amplifying women's voices, but this show is open to everyone. Tune in every other Tuesday to hear from Forbes Top Rated Speaker, Jess Ekstrom as she talks to speakers, authors and entrepreneurs who are crushing it in their own way.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 145 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusiness | |||
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Jess sits down with Carly Zakin and Danielle Weisberg, the brilliant co-founders of The Skimm. Proving that cold DMs can actually work , Jess dives deep into their 14-year entrepreneurial journey — from meeting during a study abroad program in Rome a... more
Recorded on location in Austin, Texas, Jess catches up with long-time friend Jessica Honegger, the visionary founder of Noonday Collection. Jessica shares the raw, inspiring origin story of how she pawned her grandmother’s gold jewelry to build a web... more
In this special live episode of Making It with Jess Ekstrom, recorded in front of a live audience at Mic Drop Live, Jess sits down with Allyson Felix, the most decorated track and field athlete of all time. While her medal count is legendary, her tru... more
Have you ever hit the thing you were chasing — the milestone, the launch, the moment — and felt the goalpost immediately move? Have you ever wondered if ambition itself could be both the engine and the thief?
This episode is a live one. Jess is in N... more
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- Worth the Listen Every Time
I just finished Jess’s Mic Drop Boot Camp and am enrolled in her 12 week Workshop Course. I’ve been listening to her Amplify podcast and I love it so much. I get many gems and actionable tips I can use right away. Just finished her last episode with Selena Rezvani about Confidence in Speaking and already feel fired up, loved every minute of it! Thank you Jess for stoking the fire and illuminating the path forward!
Apple Podcasts5Amber Glow Up
United Statesa year ago - So many gold nuggets!
Love Jess and love these awesome guests! I’m in Mic Drop Club and hope to be in Mic Drop Workshop soon too… her content is so valuable!
Apple Podcasts5Let's Get You Organized!United Statesa year ago - Inspiring!
I have been a longtime listener of Jess’s podcast and so inspired by her work. These conversations bring pocket-sized, tangible steps to empower us to reach for the microphone and speak up. I am especially grateful as a woman to listen in to these conversations. Thank you!!💜🙏🏽
Apple Podcasts5Dr.AmnaShabbirUnited Statesa year ago - Inspiring, Encouraging, & Knowledgeable
Jess is an expert at her craft, so knowledgeable, and uplifting to all women who are already speaking on stages and women who are working towards that. Jess knows her stuff! What I really love about her podcast, is that I learn something and feel more encouraged after every episode I listen to. I highly recommend Jess’’s podcast to anyone looking to improve themselves, find the courage and the motivation to go after their dreams. Highly recommend!
Apple Podcasts5jen2dtxUnited Statesa year ago - Amazing podcast
I have listened to the gamut of podcasts over the last several months, and this podcast with Jess Ekstrom has been one of the most impactful podcasts that I have experienced. It has given me actionable steps that I can and will incorporate into my daily life. Brava!
Apple Podcasts5ichi_naomiUnited Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #206 | United States/Business/Entrepreneurship |
Apple Podcasts | #240 |  Canada/Business/Entrepreneurship |
Apple Podcasts | #233 |  Finland/Business/Entrepreneurship |
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A practical, action-oriented show focused on helping listeners amplify ideas, influence and income, with a strong emphasis on empowering women in leadership, entrepreneurship, and public speaking. Episodes typically blend personal stories from founders, authors and executives with tangible takeaways on communication, brand building, growth strategies, and work-life balance. Noteworthy is the mix of high-profile guests and seasoned practitioners, plus a recurring emphasis on practical mindset shifts, community building, and accessible steps to level up visibility and impact.
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Making It launched 6 years ago and published 145 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Making It include:
1. Carly Zakin
2. Danielle Weisberg
3. Jessica Honegger
4. Allyson Felix
5. Laurie Ekstrom
6. Neha Ruch
7. Marissa Allen
8. Lindsey Shookus
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