#YFYI Your First Year In

On this episode I discuss some of the conversations I've had with new beauty professionals about the realities of getting started in the beauty industry and why we are all subject to "fake news" For more of what I’ve got going on check out >> Books: https://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0 Twitt...

Coachability one of my favorite subjects! Tune in to hear my tips on being more coachable and becoming a better coach! For more of what I’ve got going on check out >> Books: https://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/sonnydts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sonn...

Have you ever felt like your tank was running on empty? In this episode I’m gonna dig into a reserve tank that most of us have, but a few of us know about. For more of what I’ve got going on check out >> Books: https://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/sonnydts Fa...

On this episode I'm going to dig into the topic of STANDARDS. I really believe that there's serious slippage and it's costing our industry BIG TIME! YFYIPODCAST   For more of what I’ve got going on check out >>  Books: https://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.com  Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0  Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0  Tw...

The Money Episode is back! #TME In this episode I’m talking about a couple of terms that are crucial to know for investing IPOs, ETFs, and other stock market lingo. For more of what I’ve got going on check out >> Books: https://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/so...

On this episode I'm reading a whole chapter from my first book and giving analysis and insights.    For more of what I’ve got going on check out >>  Books: https://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.com  Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0  Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0  Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/sonnydts  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sonnydts  YouTube:...

Recently I got to sit down with my friend and colleague Mahogany Plautz and she shared some breaking news with us! Follow her journey on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mahagonyhairstylistmpls For more on what I’ve got going on check out>> Books: https://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0 Twit...

Why are you even doing what you're doing? Maybe it's time to check yourself.   Books: https://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0  Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0  Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/sonnydts  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sonnydts  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/sdee79  Our site...

Some people think after they finish beauty school they’ve won a championship and deserve a vacation. You haven’t done anything yet except set yourself up for the beginning of the season or the game or your career. It’s not time to take your foot off the gas pedal, it’s time to accelerate! Books: https://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat:...

Real ambition has nothing to do with your height, weight, sex, skin color, or what country you grew up in. Ambition can be developed day by day, minute by minute, hour by hour. Ambition is your strong desire to achieve and it’s going to get you to where you want to go. On this episode I dissect ambition and challenge you to the ambition exam.

The world is a busy place and as soon as your day starts there’s a million things competing for your attention. In the midst of everything you have to also stay on top of your goals. It ain’t easy is it? Here’s some tips on staying on top of them. Get your copy of the #YFYI book series here: https://www.yourfirstyearin.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat: http...

On this episode of the YFYI Podcast I talk about some interesting research by an American physicist named Thomas Kuhn. He had some pretty interesting perspectives on not excepting things to continually progress in any specific order. Like life always expect the unexpected. Get your copy of the #YFYI book series here: https://www.yourfirstyearin.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...

There are two types of competition. One is good for you and the other one can destroy you. On this episode I talk about the two different types of competition, how to identify them, and some of the pitfalls if you fall onto the wrong side of the fence. Get your copy of the #YFYI book series here: https://www.yourfirstyearin.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat:...

With 2018 coming to a close a lot of people are just gonna watch it happen. Now is the time to get ahead of the new year. Start your planning with these tips. Break down your year by chunks, journal it out, get an accountability partner, and start now! If you're waiting for the new year bell to ring you will already be behind. Get your copy of the #YFYI book series here: http://www. YOURFIRSTYEARI...

There's no way around it. You have to network to build your net worth. One to one marketing is still one of the best ways. When it comes to networking here are a few tips to create a lasting impression. Get your copy of the #YFYI book series here: http://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.COM Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0 Facebook...

When you want to get better at anything it's a good idea to study the greats. For this episode that's exactly what I did. Allow me to introduce you to one of the greatest advertisers of all time David Ogilvy. Get your copy of the #YFYI book series here: http://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.COM Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0 Fa...

Are you ready to hear what it's really like being a business owner? The ups, downs, and sideways maneuvers that you have to negotiate? Then tune in. Get your copy of the #YFYI book series here: http://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.COM Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sonnydts Our site: http://w...

In this episode I talk about the looming financial burden that isn't getting the attention it deserves. Student debt and more specifically how it affects women and the beauty industry. Learn more about the issue of student debt as it pertains to women at https://www.aauw.org Check me out here: Books: https://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snap...

Where have I been? Not recording that’s for sure. Focusing on my main flow, my actual job, building businesses. But I’m back behind the mic. Here’s a rundown of what’s going on. get your copies of YFYI books here YOURFIRSTYEARIN.COM Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/sonnydts Facebook: htt...

On this episode of Meet Team 1.0 Series I sit down with stylist, barber, musician Joshua Valdez and we talk everything from hair, to music, to how he's almost lost 200lbs over the last two years. This is one episode you are sure to take a lot away from. get your copy of the #YFYI book series here YOURFIRSTYEARIN.COM  Be sure to follow Josh @joshuaavaldez on Instagram and his band Lights Like Autum...

I'm back after a short hiatus. On this episode I discuss, opening a new business, speaking my truth, and taking over Vegas. get your copy of the #YFYI book series here. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.COM

In this episode of Meet Team 1.0 Series I sit down with Christie Burton and we discuss her passion for the beauty industry, following your path, and dealing with setbacks.

From debt collector living in Alaska to successful hairstylist/makeup artist living in Florida. How does that happen? This episode is gonna take you on a wild ride. Fasten your seatbelts and get ready to meet @dawntheartist  Books: https://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0  Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0  Twitter: https://www....

Get to know team 1.0 through this podcast series Meet Team 1.0 My first guest is Anny Reyes also known as @annyp1.0 on Instagram Follow her @annyp1.0  Books: https://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.com Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0  Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0  Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/sonnydts  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sonnydts  YouTube...

How are you dealing with everything life throws at you while staying the course? It's definitely not easy. Here's a few ideas on maintaining by embracing your enemy. Get your copy of the #YFYI book series here: http://www. YOURFIRSTYEARIN.COM Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyd1.0 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sonnydee1_0 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sonnydts O...