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“Every day, you get to make a choice about what you are opting into. You can always make a different choice tomorrow. You can always make a different choice today.” —Melissa Franks Ever feel like your business is a puzzle with missing pieces? What if you had a secret weapon who could help you connect those dots and turn your entrepreneurial vision into a thriving reality?  The magic happens when s...

"Know your value. Don't ask for permission to take up space. Just get out there and start doing things. We have one life, and we don't get to go bac,k and we have no do-overs. It doesn't matter if people are judging you. The people that are judging you are normally sitting on their couch not doing anything, but judging you. And so if you're out there doing the thing they&a...

 "At the end of the day, you're only as good as the result that you're able to get people." —Madeleine Raiford-Holland   The most successful entrepreneurs understand that money flows where creativity and strategic thinking intersect. In today's dynamic economic landscape, diversification isn't just a strategy— it’s transforming passive potential into active income. Ma...

  "It's not just about accessing education—parents want more than that for their kids. A lot of times, they want to know what can make their children thrive." —Bethany Deniz "There was just this big web, and we lost a year to two years with kids missing intervention. And what we know developmentally is that kids need it early, and they need it often." —Annalise Puentes Lea...

“It is so important to have the right education in the workplaces that will teach people that neurodiversity has shifted from being something that we see as a negative to how can the perspective of a neurodiverse worker help my company or benefit my team.” —Claudia Scott  The future of work demands a radical reimagining of talent, where differences are not just accepted but celebrated as strategic...

“People who are successful, whether on a health journey or in life, are not more motivated than the rest of us. They just have better habits.” —Ali Zuur-Arnerich     Perimenopause and menopause are not just hormonal shifts— they are a profound transition that can redefine a woman's sense of self, power, and purpose. Therefore, when we embrace this transformative time as an opportunity to recl...

“There's going to be peak times where it's really busy, and then we're going to have down times where it's slow. And understanding what those cycles are and being comfortable with them makes it possible for anyone to stay in the industry, knowing that chaos is not always chaos.” —Melanie Zelnick It's a whole new ballgame out there! The events world is going through some wi...

“You need to ask for help… At the end of the day, you get resentful because you feel like people aren't there for you, but they don't know how to be there for you, because you're not clear on what you need.” —Marcy Bravo Tang   A lot of people tend to write off the idea of retreats because they think it's all just a bunch of "woo-woo" nonsense. But the truth is, retre...

“Even though it was a terrible, traumatic thing to go through, life is wonderful.” —Ellen Govan   Richard Ramirez, infamously dubbed the Night Stalker, was a notorious serial killer whose reign of terror gripped California between 1984 and 1985. Convicted of 13 murders along with numerous other violent crimes, he was sentenced to death in 1989. Ramirez's gruesome acts left an indelible mark o...

“Shaming them [kids] about their food choices is more detrimental than one piece of candy.” —Katie Barr The food we consume is more than just a sustenance— it's a reflection of our values, our culture, and our connection to the world around us. By mindfully choosing what we put on our plates, we have the power to nourish not only our bodies but also our communities and the planet. Hence, embr...

“As an entrepreneur, you feel like you need to know the exact plan. And honestly, you have to be okay with the unknown.” —Heather Nelson To walk the path of entrepreneurship is to redefine success on your own terms, to carve out a legacy that is uniquely yours, and to inspire others with the power of your resilience. For Heather Nelson, this entrepreneurial spirit has been the driving force behind...

“We recognize that there's a problem. We are losing teachers every day, our funding, our budgets. We cannot rely solely on teachers to advocate for themselves. We need to be the community members who stand up and advocate for our teachers, advocate for our schools, and advocate for our kids. Our community relies on all of us to come together for the greater good.” —Larkin O’Leary Education ha...

“We're afraid of what we might uncover, which stops people from journaling. Strategic journaling is tough. It's a brave thing to go beneath the surface level.” —Samantha Hawley Is your mind a cluttered attic of unfinished thoughts and unexpressed emotions? What if you could transform that mental chaos into a wellspring of clarity and purpose? Imagine having a secret weapon that turns you...

“[Retreats] allowed me to have some self-discovery and the courage to face the fears and have those hard conversations. It is truly changing my life.” —Heather Nelson Are retreats a luxury for the elite or a necessity for the soul? Many dismiss them as "woo-woo" indulgences, but what if they're the key to unlocking our true potential? In a world that never stops, could stepping away...

“If you stop pouring into yourself, the transformation might taper off.” —Audrey Rose Self-love is not just a simple buzzword, it's a transformative practice that can change the course of our lives. When we learn to see ourselves with compassion and acceptance, we unlock the door to true happiness and fulfillment. It's a journey that requires courage, but the rewards are immeasurable. Au...

S3 Ep17 Episode Shownotes: “What is happening is happening to you, but it doesn't define who you are, it doesn't change who you are. It doesn't make you any less credible in your business because you want to talk about it. It doesn't make you lazy because you have to go down to the status quo in your business for a little while while you focus on helping yourself.” —Emily Seren...

S3 Ep16 Episode Shownotes: “Most people don't go to school thinking they will end up working in the nonprofit space. So there is really a talent pipeline for nonprofit professionals that can feed the talent needs of the nonprofit sector which is ever-growing and ever-expanding.” —Mariya Yurukova Nonprofits are the unsung heroes, quietly transforming communities and empowering those in need. Y...

S3 Ep15 Episode Shownotes:   New year, new possibilities! As the calendar flips, it's the perfect time to reflect on the past and set intentions for the future. What dreams are you ready to bring to life in 2025?  Heather seems to have it all figured out— a thriving business, a passion for empowering women, and the ability to juggle it all with grace. How does she do it? Tune in as Heather sh...

S3 Ep14 Episode Shownotes: “For someone in hospitality, the greatest gift is to serve others.” —Diane Mina Building a successful business is no easy feat. It takes a whole lot of passion, perseverance, and strategic vision to make it happen. And when it comes to the hospitality industry, the challenges can be even more intense. But the ones who rise to the occasion? They often uncover some serious...

S3 Ep13 Episode Shownotes: “Healing is not like a one-size-fits-all thing…The circumstances might look different, but there's a lot of principles that we can apply that the Enneagram brings into the picture that gives us a clear path forward.” —Bekah Burns Are you seeking to improve your relationships, enhance your leadership skills, or simply gain deeper insight into the human experience? Se...

S3 Ep12 Episode Shownotes: “When we recognize that we have so much more to give, we stop playing small.” —Delisa Abraham   Ever wondered what it takes to juggle a thriving career, raise an inspiring child, and make a meaningful impact on the world? Delisa Abraham's story is one of resilience, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of purpose. Delisa is a dynamic leader, author, and parental coa...

S3 Ep11 Episode Shownotes: “There is no midlife crisis. It's not a crisis. You reborn your skills and talent after [your kids] leave. Because now, you have the wisdom and the time. You can start your own. This is the best time!” —Sairan Aqrawi   Raise your hand if you've ever felt stuck in a midlife rut. Or maybe you're craving a fresh start after your kids leave, but you're no...

S3 Ep10 Episode Shownotes: “If you want to go for it, you will do it no matter what your age.” —Galilee Arga Age is just a number, and it's never too early or too late to chase your dreams and make a difference.  Galilee is a 13-year-old dynamo who's already running her own successful balloon business, Free Spirit Balloons, while also excelling in school, sports, and extracurricular acti...

S4 Ep9 Episode Shownotes:  “Using spirituality to control people with money is disgusting.”— Jenessa Wyatt The captivating world of psychic mediumship takes center stage in this thought-provoking episode, as we delve into the profound connections between the spirit realm and the earthbound.  Jenessa Wyatt is a highly sought-after psychic medium based in Northern California, with over 3,000 clients...

S3 Ep8 Episode Shownotes: “Order brings me a certain amount of peace.” —Landra Barta Feeling like your home (and your life) is just a little too...overwhelming? It's like there's just so much stuff, so many thoughts, and it can all feel a bit suffocating. But the truth is, the key to finding that much-needed clarity and breathing room could be as simple as a little decluttering. Landra B...