Jana is a Queen Leader. On her death bed, she begged for a memory to be made with her 3 month old grandson. Ten years later, she's making memories with 5 grandchildren, her whole family & making an impact on the masses!

Queens Lead

Join Amy as she sits down with the remarkable Jana Short, a beacon of inspiration and resilience in the world of holistic health and wellness. Despite facing life's toughest challenges, including the loss of a loved one and navigating personal health crises, Jana's journey has led her to become a leading figure in the holistic health community. With her magazine, coaching programs, and unwavering commitment to authenticity, Jana is empowering others to take control of their health and live their best lives. Don't miss this captivating conversation filled with wisdom, insight, and actionable advice from a true powerhouse in the wellness industry!

🌟 Podcast Episode with Jana Short

Quick Recap:
Amy and Jana discussed the upcoming Holistic Life Magazine episode scheduled for June 12th. They also shared their branding strategies, with Jana emphasizing the importance of self-care, authenticity, and reachability. The conversation covered their experiences with aging, building trust online, and maintaining relevance and consistency in personal branding.

Episode Release and Branding Strategies:
Amy and Jana discussed the upcoming release of an episode scheduled for June 12th. They also touched upon the content and branding strategies for the episode, which will include graphics and reels sent via email, and various social media links. Jana also shared her experiences and strategies in branding, particularly for online businesses. The conversation ended with Amy expressing interest in exploring Jana's coaching strategies.

Life Experiences and Decisions:
Jana and Amy discussed their life experiences and decisions. Jana shared about the loss of her brother at a young age and how it affected her perspective on life. She expressed gratitude for the choices she made, even if they weren't the best at the time, as they led her to where she is today. She also opened up about her teenage pregnancy and her first jobs, including working at a law firm and later becoming an interior designer. Jana also talked about a significant setback in her fifties when she had to undergo emergency surgery and was forced to reevaluate her life. Amy related to Jana's experiences and agreed that she too has no regrets about her life choices.

Holistic Health Journeys and Healthcare Navigation:
Jana shared her journey of seeking holistic health options after realizing that Western medicine could not support her needs. She stressed the importance of creating memories and offering hope to those facing life-threatening diagnoses. Amy concurred, sharing her own experiences as a registered nurse and a consumer of healthcare, highlighting the overwhelming information and the need for someone to navigate the healthcare system. Both emphasized the importance of taking control of one's health and finding an advocate to help navigate the process.

Self-Care, Mindset Coaching, and Emotional Purchases:
Jana from Holistic Life Magazine shared her daughters' experiences in med school and their journey to becoming doctors of natural medicine. She emphasized the importance of self-care and putting health first, noting it's not selfish. Amy agreed, recounting her own struggles as a single mom in college. Jana also discussed her career transition from interior design to wellness and mindset coaching, explaining that she went back to school at 50 to understand her own life experiences and help others. She highlighted the importance of real human connections in sales and marketing, and the role of emotional purchases and results in consumer behavior.

Holistic Life Magazine's Launch and Impact:
Amy and Jana reflected on the launch and impact of Jana's Holistic Life Magazine, which began in 2019 and quickly gained a large subscriber base. Jana shared her motivations for starting the magazine, which included providing educational content that could potentially inspire positive changes in people's lives. They also discussed the magazine's writing rules, which include avoiding cure claims and diagnoses. Jana emphasized the importance of influencing others positively and serving with a service heart.

Branding, Trust, and Aging: A Conversation:
Jana from Holistic Life Magazine and Amy discussed their experiences with aging, branding, and building trust online. Jana emphasized the importance of maintaining relevance and consistency in personal branding, even after reaching milestones such as a cover feature. She advised being honest and authentic online, even when having a bad day, as people appreciate authenticity. She also stressed the significance of making oneself available and reachable, as potential clients want to know who they're trusting before committing to their services.

Personal Connection in Business and Social Media:
Jana and Amy discussed the importance of connecting with others on a personal level, particularly in the context of business and social media. Jana shared her personal experiences as a single mother and how sharing such stories has helped her connect with her audience. Amy emphasized the importance of attracting like-minded individuals and repelling those who don't align with your values. Both agreed on the need to trust one's instincts in choosing with whom to do business. Jana also highlighted her approach of requiring initial meetings to feel out the energy of potential collaborators.

Self-Worth and Fair Pricing Discussion:
Amy and Jana discussed the importance of valuing oneself and setting fair prices for services. Jana shared her personal experiences and advised Amy to offer substantial 'give-ask' experiences to potential clients, building trust and making them more inclined to agree to her requests. Jana also talked about her free monthly coaching boost on her website, which includes articles and tips on various topics. The conversation highlighted the significance of authenticity and vulnerability in content creation.

Holistic Life Magazine's Content and Future Plans:
Jana from Holistic Life Magazine discussed the monthly video tips and articles available on their platform. They clarified that subscribers should visit the website for the latest content and that older content could be found on their YouTube channel. Jana also mentioned that Amy, who was present, would be featured in an upcoming Mother's Day issue. Amy expressed her excitement about this and they discussed the possibility of her ordering physical copies of the magazine. Jana also shared that they had reverted back to an online format due to dissatisfaction with their previous app.

Next Steps:

Jana will provide a link to her 3-5 min coaching boost.
Jana will continue to offer free coaching boosts on her website and post them on YouTube.
🔗 Links:

Website: janashort.com
Facebook: facebook.com/editorbestholisticlifemagazine/
Instagram: instagram.com/janashortofficial/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bestholisticlife/
YouTube: youtube.com/@BestHolisticlife/featured
Coaching Boost: janashort.com/coaching-boost