UPBEAT with Parker Kane

Alignment Is the Strategy: Branding for Infinite Impact with Amber Vilhauer

The most aligned brands win. Learn how to realign your life and business with Amber's frameworks ⚡️ Subscribe to my newsletter (with weekly voice notes and behind-the-scenes) 📲 https://parkersvoicenotes.substack.com/ This week on UPBEAT, I'm joined by Amber Vilhauer — a multi-bestselling author, speaker, and founder of NGNG Enterprises, an Inc. 5000 top marketing agency known for launching powerful brands and bestselling books. This is a powerful conversation about getting back into alignment in your life, your business, and the way you show up. If you've been feeling stuck, unclear, or like you're performing instead of actually living, this episode will help you realign and move forward with purpose. Amber has helped thousands of entrepreneurs align their businesses with their core talents, needs, and values. And she's here to share her best strategies with you. We cover: • How to reconnect with your authentic self when you feel off • A question that can completely reframe your next chapter (covered more in the newsletter) • Why intuition and alignment win over outdated tactics every time • How to shift away from performative content, sales, and leadership • The role of AI in modern branding, creativity, and human connection Next Steps: I wrote a full breakdown of what we didn't include on the show, including behind-the-scenes and what Amber taught me personally. 📲 https://parkersvoicenotes.substack.com/ Connect with Amber: https://ambervilhauer.com/ https://ngngenterprises.com/ Connect with Parker: https://parkerkane.co/ Thanks for listening!

Not Just a Wedding Business with Daniel Krikorian

How Daniel Krikorian Is Reshaping the Wedding Industry with a Purpose-Driven Movement What started as a COVID pivot became a movement that helps wedding creatives launch real careers and gives couples the stress-free experience they deserve. This week on UPBEAT, I'm joined by Daniel Krikorian, the founder of B Remembered, to talk about building more than just a business. If you're a wedding pro or a purpose-driven creative who wants to build more of a movement of your own, this episode will challenge how you think about resilience, business, and sticking to your "why." In this episode, we cover: Why Daniel never planned to join the wedding industry, and why he stayed The gap he saw (and filled) for both vendors and couples How B Remembered empowers photographers, DJs, and creatives Lessons from scaling fast, failing forward, and "staying in the driver's seat" Building something real, even when it gets hard Thanks for listening! Next Steps: Connect with Daniel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieljkrikorian/ Subscribe to my new Voice Notes newsletter: https://newsletter.parkerkane.co/subscribe

Stories Worth Telling: Self-Publish Your Family Story — with Peyton Wilfley from AllTales

Everyone has a story worth saving. AllTales makes it easy to turn them into beautifully illustrated books. This week on UPBEAT, I'm joined by Peyton Wilfley — founder of AllTales.com  — to talk about preserving legacy through storytelling. Whether it's your grandfather's life story, a memory book for your kids, or a meaningful gift for someone you love, AllTales helps you turn personal moments into illustrated books worth passing down. (No tech skills or publishing experience required.) This podcast is for creators, memory-keepers, and purpose-driven people who want to build something meaningful without losing themselves along the way. In this episode, we cover: • Why your "ordinary" memories are worth publishing • How AllTales helps you turn stories into keepsake books • Peyton's journey building a legacy-focused platform • The ethical use of AI in storytelling • How to create meaningful content even with limited time Thanks for being listening! Next Steps: Create your own book: https://www.alltales.com/ Connect with Peyton: https://www.instagram.com/alltalesofficial Subscribe to my new Voice Notes newsletter: https://newsletter.parkerkane.co/subscribe

From Opera to Coaching: Elena Armijo on Real Voice and Leadership

The best leaders know this. This week on UPBEAT I'm joined by Elena Armijo, a former opera singer turned executive coach, for a conversation about her bold pivot from opera to executive coaching and how to lead with your real voice. A must-listen for anyone craving alignment and purpose. Elena is a Master Certified Coach (MCC), Trauma-Informed Certified Coach, and the Founder of the C-Suite Collective where she works with top performers across industries to lead with authenticity and purpose. This podcast is for creators, leaders, and purpose-driven people who want to build something meaningful without losing themselves along the way. 🎧 In this episode, we cover: Why the best leaders know how to lead with their authentic voice What it means to truly belong to yourself and serve others How to pivot without abandoning your past The truth about performance versus authenticity and purpose Listen in and thanks for being here :) Connect with Elena Armijo: Elena Armijo on Instagram https://elenaarmijo.com/ Next Steps: Ready to finally get your book done? (Publish in 90 days!) https://booksgrowbusiness.com Book a quick call with Parker to see if you're a fit for a free 1:1 "BookStorm" session with Mark Imperial: https://tidycal.com/parkerkane/books-grow-business Subscribe to the UPBEAT newsletter: https://newsletter.parkerkane.co/subscribe Leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/upbeat Explore More from Our Affiliate Partners: Build your podcast website: https://www.podpage.com/?via=parker Launch your newsletter with Beehiiv (what I use for UPBEAT): https://www.beehiiv.com/?via=Parker-Kane – 30-day free trial + 20% OFF for 3 months Thanks for listening!

The Viral Power of Doing Things the Right Way

What happens when you stop chasing trends and start doing things the right way? In this episode, I share the story of seeing The All-American Rejects live — and how their "house party tour" proves you can go viral while staying authentic. This was a totally unplanned episode, but out of it came 4 main takeaways that can help you in life, business, and branding: The viral power of authenticity Why doing things alone can be surprisingly healing The importance of connection and kindness with others Embracing your true interests without putting yourself in a box These lessons apply just as much to life as they do to branding and business. Next Steps: Ready to finally get your book done? (Publish in 90 days!) https://booksgrowbusiness.com Book a quick call with Parker to see if you're a fit for a free 1:1 "BookStorm" session with Mark Imperial: https://tidycal.com/parkerkane/books-grow-business Subscribe to the UPBEAT newsletter: https://newsletter.parkerkane.co/subscribe Leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/upbeat Explore More from Our Affiliate Partners: Build your podcast website: https://www.podpage.com/?via=parker Launch your newsletter with Beehiiv (what I use for UPBEAT): https://www.beehiiv.com/?via=Parker-Kane – 30-day free trial + 20% OFF for 3 months Thanks for listening!