Ask the Experts with Alka

Alka Sharma welcomes Joseph Michelli to discuss branding strategies and lessons from iconic companies like Ritz Carlton and Starbucks. They explore common branding mistakes, share stories of brand reputation challenges, and highlight the importance of exceptional training. Discover how elite brands meet high expectations and the impact of internal culture on brand longevity. Joseph shares insights...

Alka Sharma hosts Kathryn Bobb to explore AI's strategic role in business. Kathryn discusses common mistakes and the importance of integrating AI tools to enhance efficiency. They introduce the ADE framework—Automate, Delegate, Eliminate—and share automation examples. The episode covers task prioritization with the urgent-important matrix and tracking AI adoption with key metrics. They delve into...

Join Alka Sharma as she talks with Lizeth Alvarado about her journey from finance to the beauty industry. Lizeth highlights the importance of having a backup plan and the transformative power of her clinic's services, like areola tattooing. They discuss industry risks, client concerns, and the impact of Epic Beauty Day of Hope in supporting cancer survivors. Lizeth shares how media visibility boos...

Join Alka Sharma as she chats with Jhumur Das about her inspiring real estate journey and the challenges she overcame. Discover insights on financial freedom, finding purpose, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of habits, debunk land development myths, and explore Jumur's $2,000,000 blueprint. Learn how she tackles project challenges and balances AI entrepreneurship with land develop...

Alka Sharma welcomes Lloyd Johnson to discuss his new book and journey through pain and healing. Lloyd shares the hardest truths about pain, corrective actions, and the continuous healing process. He reveals how sharing his story on social media and debunking trauma myths transformed his life through vulnerability. Offering advice for men trapped by their pasts, Lloyd delves into breaking free fro...

Alka Sharma welcomes Lisa Apolinsky to discuss her entrepreneurial journey and the role of storytelling in business. They explore the evolution of digital marketing, the impact of AI, and strategies to stand out as an industry authority. Lisa shares insights on expanding influence across platforms, essential questions before publishing, and addressing audience needs. The conversation highlights th...

Alka Sharma welcomes Michelle Desange Johal to discuss her journey through mood disorders and psychosis. They delve into resilience, overcoming stigma, and the FAST framework. Michelle emphasizes the importance of emotions, acceptance, and surrendering to uncontrollable situations. They explore transforming mindsets, navigating diagnoses, and building resilience in children. The episode covers str...

Alka Sharma is joined by Jennifer Nicole Lee to discuss her journey in competitive fitness, the mindset and routines behind her success, and the role of nutrition in fitness and business. They explore leadership, team spirit, and balancing health and wealth as an entrepreneur. The conversation covers unconventional strategies in Miami real estate, high-pressure preparation, evolving success defini...

Join Alka Sharma as she welcomes Shari Tallon to discuss her musical journey, from learning piano to composing with a love for the flute. Shari shares insights on the importance of practice, teaching music to children, and blending piano with flute in her compositions. She highlights her collaboration with Chris Burkett, shares advice for aspiring musicians, and explores the role of technology and...

Alka Sharma is joined by Rhonda Palmer to delve into her background and career, highlighting the personal challenges she has faced. They discuss the significance of seeking help and balancing various life roles. Rhonda shares insights into systems and standards for managing stress, as well as the EASE strategy to prevent burnout. The conversation covers overcoming obstacles, fostering self-awarene...

Alka Sharma introduces Roy Linham, who shares insights on how sports discipline and mindset contribute to business success. They discuss the importance of knowing your numbers and reading the room in real estate. Roy emphasizes humor and the power of leveraging networks. The conversation addresses common misconceptions about real estate agents and offers advice for aspiring professionals. They exp...

Alka Sharma welcomes Carmelia Ray to explore her impressive background and achievements, including her insights from interviewing 65,000 singles. They discuss common misconceptions and the impact of beliefs on relationships, with Alka sharing her personal experiences. The conversation highlights the importance of values in relationships and memorable moments from reality dating shows, touching on...

Join Alka Sharma as she talks with Lori Vann about her journey and the founding of Van Wellness Group. They explore the impact of COVID-19 on mental health, focusing on nonsuicidal self-injury, debunking myths, and addressing overlooked factors. Lori shares insights on loneliness, burnout prevention, and sustainable wellness strategies. They also discuss business strategies for mental health profe...

Join Alka Sharma and Billy Ray Taylor as they explore leadership insights. They discuss operational changes at Goodyear Tire, team dynamics, trust in hiring, and strategies for reviving companies. Billy shares thoughts on "The Four Agreements" in leadership, networking, and personal value. The episode covers leadership in remote/hybrid work, learning from failures, creating leadership evangelists,...

Alka Sharma is joined by Sue Ann Hickey to explore her journey into naturopathy and the transformative power of body typology. They discuss the historical background of body typology and how it aids in navigating conflicting diet information. Sue Ann highlights the importance of movement and introduces Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) as a tool for stress management. The episode covers dietary...

Alka Sharma welcomes Antoinetta Popova to discuss her journey from gymnastics to dance, including challenges in finding the right partner and transitioning disciplines. Antoinetta shares insights on judging criteria, the Blackpool competition, and strategies for a championship mindset. They discuss the importance of a good coach, effective communication in partnerships, and life lessons from dance...

Alka Sharma introduces Casey Ferrand McGee, who shares her journey from early media exposure to becoming an award-winning journalist. The discussion covers the challenges posed by social media in modern journalism and the emotional impact of storytelling. Casey offers insights into effective storytelling and common mistakes in journalism, along with strategies for breaking into the media industry....

Alka Sharma is joined by JT Foxx to explore the impact of AI on entrepreneurship. The discussion begins with AI's role in transforming business landscapes and practical applications that entrepreneurs can leverage. JT shares insights on overcoming challenges related to AI integration. The conversation shifts to managing multiple companies while balancing personal responsibilities, highlighting the...

Alka Sharma welcomes Asaf Darash to discuss the journey and evolution of RegPack. Asaf shares the inspiration behind its development, detailing how it transformed into a payments platform. They explore enhancements like installment plans and automation to boost user experience. Asaf offers entrepreneurial insights, highlighting the influence of his academic background. The conversation covers less...

Alka Sharma introduces Todd Medema, exploring his academic background and career journey. Todd discusses challenges faced in Tesla's grid scale battery storage and the broader shift to clean energy. He shares insights on merging his passion for board games with a technology career, offering startup advice and consulting in the clean energy sector. The conversation highlights his transition from au...

Alka Sharma welcomes Christine Genovese to discuss her career transformation and the influence of losing her corporate job. Christine shares insights on soul intelligence and its significance in career transitions, holistic health, and functional medicine. They explore innovations in modern medicine, focusing on frequency, vibration, and serotonin. Christine outlines techniques for energy shifting...

Alka Sharma welcomes Max Nijst to discuss his journey through addiction and recovery. Max shares his turning point, early struggles, and the role of family in his sobriety. They delve into the roots of addiction and Alcoholics Anonymous's impact on his recovery. Max highlights motivation, pain as catalysts for change, and identity transformation. He offers a framework for recovery, overcoming nega...

Alka Sharma welcomes Zoraida Morales to share her transformative journey through cancer. Zoraida discusses her diagnosis, coping with grief, healthcare challenges, and balancing work-life during treatment. The conversation explores how divorce and cancer influenced her personal growth, leading to her shift toward cancer coaching. Zoraida outlines her coaching approach's three pillars, emphasizing...

Alka Sharma welcomes Christoffel Sneijder to discuss understanding human behavior through a multidisciplinary lens. They delve into the concept of the three brains: gut, heart, and head, and explore gender differences in decision-making. Christoffel emphasizes the role of gut instinct and how aligning the three brains leads to successful decisions and personal change. They discuss overcoming belie...

Alka Sharma welcomes Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst to discuss emotional needs and developmental differences in early childhood. The conversation explores the impact of trauma on young children and therapeutic approaches to address it. Emphasizing resilience and emotional health, they delve into writing with empathy and tackling childhood isolation. Dr. Vanderhorst highlights trends in trauma-informed car...