Creating the Vision

In this episode of 'Creating the Vision', I share with you my best tips and tricks for staying organized during the chaotic holiday season.  I start by sharing the statistics about clutter, strategies for decluttering, and emphasize the value of planning. I share my personal checklist on getting organized for the holidays, setting a budget, and the importance of using a calendar to manage events. ...

This episode provides you with insights on resilience - a quality not inherently born but developed over time. Drawing from personal experiences and extensive readings, I unpack the importance of resilience and how everyone, regardless of their circumstances, can cultivate it.  We talk about five key steps to becoming more resilient, including creating an action plan, getting started, harnessing a...

In this episode, personal stylist Paul Julch, founder of Urbanite Suburbanite, and I explore the philosophy of personal style, the importance of living with purpose, and delicacy in decluttering one's clothes.  From maximizing your wardrobe usability according to your lifestyle, budget, and body type, to recognizing the emotional connection with clothes, learn to develop a distinct, sustainable fa...

In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Purta, a marriage coach, wife and mother of three who helps parents enhance their communication skills for better relationship dynamics.  Michelle shares the critical role of setting a shared vision in marriage, and the importance of having open and honest conversations about individual and collective goals. We highlight how the dynamics of marriage is not...

In this episode, I discuss the pivotal role of self-trust in our lives and its implications on our future. I openly share my personal experiences that have paved the road on my entrepreneurial, motherhood, and life journeys.  We delve deep into the fears and self-doubts that often hold us back and lead us to undervalue our worth. Bridging vital research on the power of vision boards, I will guide...

In this episode, I discuss the science of goal setting and the power of vision imagery. I share personal stories and examples to explain why vision imagery is important and how it can help you achieve your goals.  We cover the importance of writing down goals, creating action plans, and having accountability partners. I also encourage journaling as a powerful tool for aligning thoughts with core v...

In this episode, we introduce Mallory Hudson, a Bowling Green native and University of Kentucky student, who was crowned Miss Kentucky 2023. We get into her experience winning the crown and get a glimpse of her daily life as Miss Kentucky. We explore when Mallory first dreamt of this incredible journey and how she became deeply involved in community service initiatives. She shares her years of ded...

In this compelling episode, we sit down with Bianka Kraush, an entrepreneurial force with a powerful vision and an inspiring journey. Bianka shares her remarkable path, from immigrating to the United States from Germany at a young age to her experiences running a successful agency. Throughout the interview, Bianka opens up about the challenges she's faced and the transformative vision she's crafte...

In this episode, we embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and empowerment with my guest Kristie Crenshaw. With over 20 years of experience in various fields of communication, media, sales, and marketing, Kristie has developed a passion and a skill for helping professional women achieve deeper relationships, career fulfillment, and personal growth. As a keynote speaker and founder of...

In this episode, join us on a journey through the life and insights of our guest, Jeff Molyneaux. Discover the profound influence his mom and sister had on shaping his path into entrepreneurship and building a business, as well as his struggles during college and the pivotal decision to take a non-linear career route. Explore how Jeff began crafting the vision for his life and the catalyst that le...

In this episode, we embark on an inspiring journey through health, wellness, and personal transformation with Amanda Nighbert. Amanda, a highly esteemed registered dietitian with a specialization in weight loss nutrition, an avid fitness enthusiast, and a dedicated working mother of two, shares her remarkable story and unveils the driving force behind her revolutionary program, LEAN. Our conversat...

In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of envisioning your future and embracing change. Our guest, Danielle, shares her insights and experiences on various aspects of personal and professional development. Danielle begins by discussing the importance of evolving and adapting when faced with challenging situations. She emphasizes the need to continuously meet your own needs while n...

In this episode, join us as we dive into a dynamic conversation with Veena, exploring topics ranging from serendipitous encounters to navigating the unpredictable journey of pursuing our goals. We delve into the art of celebrating achievements, the importance of long-term planning, and the resilience required when life takes unexpected turns. Veena shares her experiences as a freelancer and the va...

Welcome back to this week's episode, a solo episode with yours truly! I'm thrilled to have you join me today as we embark on a journey deep into the realms of personal growth and transformation. In this episode, it's all about you – your aspirations, your goals, and how to turn those dreams into your reality. To start things off, let's dive into the concept of executive vision imagery. This is all...

Join us in this enlightening episode as we dive into a conversation with Marisa Lonic, the mastermind behind "Mama Work It." Discover the captivating journey that led to the creation of a supportive community for working moms seeking balance and success. Marisa opens up about the transformational process of rediscovering one's identity post-motherhood, a topic explored at length in our discussion....

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Dalia Soles, the founder of Design Assisted, as she shares her remarkable trajectory from launching her business in 2020 to becoming a leading force in the Interior Design industry. Without the constraint of time stamps, we explore the pivotal moments and lessons that have shaped her path: Discover how Design Assisted soared to success since i...

Embark on a captivating episode as we delve into the life-altering narrative of Nicole Cumberbatch, an exceptional mompreneur, speaker, author, and advocate. Nicole's journey takes center stage as she recounts the profound impact of motherhood on her entire existence. Discover how the birth of her son became the catalyst for transformative shifts, propelling her towards a path of growth and empowe...

Welcome to the very first episode of "Creating the Vision". Join me on this inspiring journey as we explore personal growth, transformation, and the power of setting goals.  In this episode, we'll delve into pivotal moments that shaped my life, the impact of goal-setting, flexibility in our aspirations, and the vision for this podcast. I'll take you back to a life-changing moment I experienced in...

How do we create visionaries? What does it take to tap into our infinite potential and design a meaningful vision for our lives?   I'm your host Maria Maldonado Smith, and this is Creating the Vision - a podcast about living the life you envisioned and leaning into your power, purpose, and the goals you so badly want to achieve.    Each week on we'll hear from everyday people discuss their journey...