Entrepreneurship is a Marathon

Unlocking the keys to successful leadership: 1) Leverage your leadership beyond finances, 2) Master effective communication through active listening 3) Prioritize self-care to avoid burnout. #leadershiptips #effectivecommunication #SelfCare #businesssuccess In the fast-paced world of business, burnout can often creep up on us. The constant demands, long hours, and never-ending to-do lists can leav...

Entrepreneurship is NOT easy no matter what social media says! Sometimes your business is hitting on all fronts, other times, you can't make a single sale.  And other times, you may feel like it's time to change direction. To be challenged in a new way! Welcome to the Plot Twist!  Our special guest, Precious L. Williams, also known as #KillerPitchMaster is kind of a big deal which I’ll sha...

In this empowering episode of "Entrepreneurship Is a Marathon," we are joined by the remarkable Kelly Fox, an expert in the realm of Fearless Living.  Prepare to be inspired as we delve into Kelly's most popular tool and discover how it can transform your approach to setting and achieving goals. If you're seeking to break free from limiting beliefs and achieve your full potential...

Our special guest, Staci Wallace, has helped thousands of leaders discover their divine mandate, repair broken marriages and grow existing businesses into 6, 7, and 8 figure success stories.  On this episode of Entrepreneur is a Marathon, we’ll be talking about her 1% Method of Micro-Progress, featured on TedX, that has become a catalyst of growth helping leaders discover their divine mandate, rep...

Prepare for an enlightening and transformative discussion on a topic that affects us all: employee morale and workplace culture.   I am thrilled to announce our next special guests on Season 4 of “Entrepreneurship Is A Marathon”: an exceptional panel of experts, including Vanessa Zamy, Aileen Axtmayer, Cait Donovan, Audrey Holst, Dr. Sandra Y Lewis, and Dr. Sharon Grossman Employee morale and work...

Our special guest, Mickie Kennedy, has had his press releases published in the Wall Street Journal, CNN, Bloomberg, and many more prestigious new outlets. On this episode of Entrepreneurship is a Marathon, we’ll be talking about honing Your Unique Selling Proposition to Make You Irresistible to the Media, and tips for writing a release so you can boost sales And so much more…stay tuned! -Guest Res...

In this insightful episode of Entrepreneurship Is a marathon, Alicia Butler Pierre, Founder & CEO of Equilibria, Inc., shares her expertise and insights on the crucial role of business infrastructure for small businesses.  We’ll learn from Alicia's extensive experience in advising and optimizing processes for renowned organizations like Coca-Cola, Shell Oil, The Library of Congress, and Th...

Our special guest Caterina Rando specializes in showing women entrepreneurs how to succeed by being loud and proud about the value they bring. On this episode of Entrepreneurship is a Marathon, we’ll be talking about ways you can expand your fempire by catapulting your revenue, using public speaking to gain insta-clients, and adding events or retreats as part of your marketing and income mix. And...

Our special guest Lisa Riggs known as the Sock Queen and 2023 Enterprising Woman of the Year, is the founder of Spirit Sox USA, a company focused on making a difference in the world with each pair of its customized socks. On this episode of Entrepreneurship is a Marathon, we’ll be talking about the obstacles she overcame growing her business with two young children (now college age) by her side, a...

Our special guest Tony Martignetti has been recognized by Thinkers360 as one of the Top 10 Leadership Coaches and by LeadersHum as one of the Biggest Voices in Leadership in 2023. On this episode of Entrepreneurship is a Marathon, we’ll be talking about how you can use Tony’s CORE method to express more of who you are and create better connections with people around you. Remember, people buy with...

What if everything you have been taught about abundance and money mindset mastery is wrong? Our special guest, Lorena Arnold, is a money breakthrough coach with years of experience working with real estate investors and entrepreneurs. On this episode of Entrepreneurship is a Marathon, we’ll be talking about getting unstuck from money issues that are holding you back from achieving your next chapte...

In this captivating episode of "Entrepreneurship Is a Marathon," we dive deep into the riveting life story of a remarkable musician and entrepreneur, Ace Patterson , widely known as " Call Me Ace. "  With an impressive background as a former Google/YouTube Music professional and a Billboard-charting hip-hop artist, Ace shares his profound insights and experiences in both the mu...

Are you a creative wondering if and how you can run your artistic business full-time? Perhaps you don’t even believe you could make it to five years. Well, Alexis Marie has succeeded these last 8 years, and we have her on our show for the final episode of Season 3 to uncover her secrets. Whether you’re a creative, artist, or a small business owner in retail or food, this is a Season 3 Finale not t...

A vacation is not necessarily the answer to that question. Neither is a sabbatical where you cut things off so they’re not there for a period of time. So how do you rest? This was a question we received from one of you. And I figure why not bring in a business peer, former client, and esteemed corporate leadership wellness coach, Kayla Maran Lee, to help us with this answer. About our guest: Kayla...

Wealth is about the right mix of assets and cash flow for your current and future self. Your business may be at a steady or thriving state, but now what? If you're like any of my clients, you've probably already thought about or invested in real estate in some shape or form whether it be a vineyard or a fix-and-flip AirBnB. But can this be another business for you producing wealth and pass...

It's more than just having someone who checks the box. It takes a village to raise your business...so let's keep your existing one around and keep on growing. Top Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion expert, Iris Drayton-Spann, joins us this week to discuss how you can ensure your small business is developing and growing a diverse and inclusive team, staff, and employees. Recently named one of...

What is a brand, really? The truth is that it's a bunch of things and yet, only one thing.  Tune in as host, Vanessa Zamy, and guest expert, Lisa Schermerhorn, fill in the missing piece to your brand, discuss the key questions you need to answer, and how to set yourself up for success. About our guest: Lisa has over 20 years of experience as a transformational leader, best-selling author, awa...

Sales, Sales, Sales - a dreaded word for many in business...and yet, an unavoidable part of business.  Remember when there were phone books??? Well, guess what, that’s how businesses were doing their marketing and sales. That was the sales tech of back then. Great news! You don’t have to deal with that any longer :) Bad news! There are so many options. How do you choose? Listen in as host, Va...

Relationships are the new currency, no matter if you are building a business in person or online, the relationships that we build with those around us have the ability to take our businesses to unimaginable levels. Tune in with host, Vanessa Zamy, and special guest, Natisha Livingston, as they discuss key strategies and tips to help you think outside the box to monetize your market in 2023. ...

Which stage are you in? And how do you ensure you get out of the cycle? Yes, there are 12 stages! It's not only the flat out, passed out, on the hospital bed beeping that is burnout. Tune in to learn how to identify which stage you or someone you know is in, signs to avoid the later stages, and tips on what next. Burnout doesn't go away on its own but you most certainly don't have to face it alone...

She heard “Stupid Black girl; you’re not smart enough!”; “You can’t read.”; and much more when she was younger. An MBA, Doctorate, and Nonprofit later, Dr. Bri is changing the world for so many who are hearing the same things. Listen in for how 3Ls is changing literacy one neighborhood at a time. Dr. Bri Moore, founder of 3Ls based in Oakland, CA, joins us this week to discuss how she has and cont...

Cute word but what is "confidence" anyways?  Our guest, Kirsteen Williamson-Guinn, shares with us  +what repeating patterns are keeping you behind, +the key question you need to ask to create for yourself and not for others,  +how to connect to your intuition and gut feeling instead of fear,  +the key actions you can take to harness your power,  +and much more... Tune in i...

What does it really mean to create success on your own term? If you're not experiencing the success you want in your shop, could it be because you're not really being authentic? And what does authenticity in business in the gram and tiktok world really mean for your business?  About our guest: Amber Frelin uses different forms of manifestation, subconscious reprogramming and other healing mod...

Yes, creativity and business go hand in hand! Hear from Kimberly Camp who served for 25 years as museum CEO, leading the Barnes Foundation, the Charles Wright Museum and the Smithsonian Experimental Gallery. Tune in this week to hear from our special guest, Thriving Painter, Artist, and Gallerist, Kimberly Camp on her journey appreciating, making, and celebrating creativity in her business managem...

Think Time Management is only about getting more work done? Think again! Whether you're falling victim to the "5 to 9 before 9 to 5" or the overall hustle culture that's been overwhelming in business for CENTURIES, you'll want to tune in Tuesday. Join host, Vanessa Zamy, and guest, Christoph Nauer, for a special discussion on how to find a balance in your Time, Money, Health, Relationships, Self-I...