Dreams In Drive

What have been the greatest lessons learned after a year of putting #dreamsindrive? How can you really win in 2017? Host Rana Campbell discusses the biggest takeaways from guests throughout episodes 1-52 that dream drivers can apply to their own dreams and journeys. She answers listener questions and talks what's next for the platform in the new year.  Enjoy! *SHOW NOTES: www.dreamsindrive.com/epi...

Being intentional about your life is necessary. How did one action you took this year change you for the better? Special guest, my sister Naeema Campbell, talks about the best gift she gave herself in 2016 and how it has profoundly impacted her sense of self and future decisions. She is a lover of philanthropy, technology, social change, and the environment and a Program Associate at the Geraldine...

What does it take to go from ideation to execution and beyond? Author Alisia Dale discusses the process of writing & publishing her own series and how following her dreams has impacted her life for the better. Alisia is a lawyer and creator of the Sela Blue Series - a series inspired by her fun-filled childhood days in a suburb of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Other topics we discuss include the art o...

Want to improve your negotiation skills? This episode for you. Kwame Christian - business lawyer and founder of the American Negotiation Institute shares tips and techniques that you can use in your life to successfully navigate negotiations and start getting what you want in your business. We discuss offensive vs. defensive negotiation, rejection therapy, how to stat asking for what you want, par...

The life of a working creative can be difficult, but yet deeply fulfilling. In this episode we chat with writer, actor, and director Yolonda Ross - best known for her work in Stranger Inside, Antwone Fisher, and most recently as Ms. Green on the NETFLIX series The Get Down. Yolonda discusses her career journey as an actress and the successes and challenges she's faced along the way. She talks movi...

Are you struggling to figure out your gifts and align your life accordingly? You are not alone. In this episode, we chat with Levantay - singer, certified success coach, writer, college professor and the host of LevantayTV. Levantay supports young people especially millennial women of color - as they work to make an impact and income using their gifts. We talk what it really means to "work through...

What does it take to get your dream job? Does a dream career even exist? On this episode, we chat with Mia Hall - a speaker, producer and career strategist that helps individuals break out of their comfort zones and into their dream careers. She's also aproducer at NBCBLK.com and writer for Black Enterprise, SLAM Magazine, ESPNW and her personal blog: Mia's Full Court Press. Mia shares her persona...

When I was 11 months old, my life changed forever. In this episode, I share my car accident story and why this moment is one that I will forever be grateful that I survived. I chat the importance of acknowledging the blessings that come from challenges, why we must continue despite setbacks, and my hopes for all those listening that may feel like giving up. There's a reason why you're still here....

"Just because you're popular doesn't mean you're successful." So many times we're chasing the wrong metrics as we struggle to grow and scale our businesses. So what really brings in the dollars? In this episode, Amber Aziza - founder and CEO of asquaredcoach.com and midnightmillionaireclub.com chats the fundamentals of building a seven figure business. She shares her personal rise to success and w...

In this minisode, host Rana Campbell shares seven productivity tricks that you can implement in your life to help keep you on track and more efficient as you work towards your goals. if you're looking for ways to be more efficient in your work or need help maximizing your time, listen in as we talk tools, strategies, stories, and books that you can start using today! SHOW NOTES: www.dreamsindrive....

What's the key to creating a roadmap for your success? Creating GOALS and having a plan to execute against! On this episode, we chat with Ericka Perry, CEO/ Founder of The Stork Bag®, a leading pregnancy subscription bag, Ericka discusses how the balancing struggles of motherhood launched her into entrepreneurship - and she hasn't looked back since. Since launching The Stork Bag in 2014, the compa...

What does it really take to blow up on YouTube? On this episode, natural hair guru and Princeton University senior Philomina Kane aka "NaturallyPhilo" talks the behind-the-scenes life of a YouTube content creator. From launching her channel in June 2014 to 2.5 years and over 30,000 subscribers later, Philomina shares how she was able to turn something she did for fun into a sustainable side hustle...

When it comes to building your business providing VALUE is key. But, what's the best way strategy for doing so? We talk with Stephen A. Hart, founder and host of Trailblazer. FM, a business podcast that highlights the stories of successful Black professionals, entrepreneurs, and corporate leaders. Stephen discusses the topic of "relational equity" and the difference between branding and selling. W...

Have you ever wondered how you can start making money doing what you love and helping others at the same time? In this episode we chat with Nicole Walters - an income strategist and revenue expert who teaches people how to turn their passions into profits. She discusses what motivated her to quit her 6 figure job in corporate America while streaming live on periscope in front of 10,000 people. Nic...

After graduating from college in 2015 , Amber Ogunsola thought she would find her "dream job." After months of no luck, she took matters into her own hands and launched her first business venture- Gxldroom, an online jewelry and accessories company. By combining her love for beauty and fashion, with her knack for social media, she soon realized she had tapped into a growing market and had created...

What happens when you feel like you're "wasting your talents?" Creative Director Ron Dawson,chats how this realization caused him to eventually leave his 9-5 to launch his own content marketing & video production agency. He discusses the importance of embracing your talents and how you can live in your purpose wholeheartedly. He also dives into his journey as a filmmaker, challenges he's faced alo...

Sometimes the entrepreneurial journey can be extremely challenging, so finding what keeps you going is key. On this episode, we chat with Dawn Fitch, the President of Pooka Pure and Simple - a company she started after she got sick and began to experiment with making natural beauty products in her kitchen. We talk about how - over the years - Dawn's realization that she is "stronger than she think...

How many different pathways can you take on your road to entrepreneurial success? On this episode, Chay Rodriguez - who is the creator and host of #GOALS - The Podcast chats about her path to finding success and fulfillment post-college. She shares advice on how other young professionals can navigate life and find out what #dreamdriving means to you. Some of the topics we discuss include why she a...

Why is it so important to get CLARITY on your message/story. Listen to brand strategist, coach, and speaker Maya Elious share her personal #dreamdriving story and discuss why you should invest time in telling your story and how this, ultimately, will be the way to build your tribe and connect with your audience. SHOW NOTES: www.dreamsindrive.com/maya-elious SUBSCRIBE: www.dreamsindrive.com/join Fo...

What's the connection between having a strong work ethic + being a superb troubleshooter/problem solver? In this episode, we chat with fashion entrepreneur Ebony Swank. Ebony discusses how she was able to take a small investment and launch Swank-a-posh Boutique, which she eventually expanded into three retail locations in Detroit. She later launched a venture for entrepreneurs who need help called...

What does it take to grow your online platform to over 500k pageviews a month? In this episode, we chat with Bryanda Law, the editor-in-chief and founder of Quirky, Brown Love, a media outlet for alternative Black culture. She teaches the exact strategy she used to grow her online tribe and build a community of dedicated and inspired followers. What started as a passion project when Law was upset...

Sometimes you just have to take a leap of faith and pursue your dreams. Meet Jeff Belizaire & Kalisa Martin, founders of The Runaway Jamaica (a community-oriented luxury bed and breakfast) and The Runaway Experience a ( global curated travel pop-up experience.) The couple shares their story of how they left their comfortable and stable lives in New York City to move to Jamaica and build a brand/bu...

As a millennial creative or lifestyle entrepreneur, have you ever felt like you were doing so much but didn't know how to process everything? On todays's Dreams In Drive podcast, we chat with Xanthia Johnson, a psychotherapist and owner of Urban Playology. We chat how you can take control of your mental health and identify ways to get help in the areas of your life that need it. It's NOT OKAY to f...

On this episode of Dream In Drive, we chat with Amanda Miller Littlejohn, a personal branding coach and PR pro who has built her career around helping others building their brand, pursue their passions and package their genius. We discuss Amanda's personal dream driving story, the path she took to personal success in entrepreneurship, and her tips on how you can PACKAGE YOUR GENIUS. If you've ever...

On this episode of Dreams In Drive, we chat with Ray Sette, a professional astrologer, spiritualist, and published author from New Jersey. Ray talks about the spiritual side of dream driving and tips you can use in your life to stay grounded, peaceful, and clear about your future and desires. Show notes: www.dreamsindrive.com/ray-sette SUBSCRIBE: www.dreamsindrive.com/join Follow Dreams In Drive o...