Amazing Women Podcast

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Theresa is a thought council leader of the C-Suite Network and podcast host of the Mindful Performance podcast. She has been a coach, corporate leader, public speaker, and comedian. Her energy is not only boundless, but infectious. She gives us several ingenious nuggets of useful information any entrepreneur can use. Claiming to come out of the womb ready to perform, she is a powerhouse of inspiring energy. You won't want to miss this episode!

This is an example of Alinka's service where she produces an anthology style book. Simon & Schuster distributed USA Today / Wall Street Journal best-selling Anthology. Topic: Leaders Who Last (Please RSVP) Here's what I have in mind to get you USA Today / WSJ best-selling author status: I'm putting together an anthology on the topic Leaders Who Last (can be leaders in any field), aimed at hitting the USA Today / WSJ best-selling list in March. I've now turned more than 130 authors into USA Today / WSJ best-sellers through my anthologies: Write and Grow Rich, Business Success Secrets, Quitless and Habits of Success. There's only a short window of opportunity to join this anthology because it will be distributed via Simon & Schuster and they need the list of authors asap. Here's how it works: You block your slot by Tuesday. You deliver a print ready chapter according to our guidelines by Nov 15 (there's an option for you to be interviewed and for your chapter to be ghostwritten at $1k) You get regular updates as I prepare the book for publishing and launch it to best-seller status in March 2022. (There's a long lead time because we work with traditional distribution channels via Simon & Schuster and we'll be distributing the book to bookstores as well.) In March you will call yourself a USA Today / WSJ best-selling author, proudly display that title on your book covers (existing and upcoming), use it in your marketing materials, business cards and email signatures and even take a selfie in the bookstore with the book on the shelf! The financial investment required from each co-author to make this happen is $5k. Your success is 100% guaranteed or you get your $$ back (I confidently take all the risk due to my 100% success track record) I'd love to work with you and turn you into a USA Today / Wall Street Journal best-selling author 

Allison Kierman - Kierman Law Estate Planning Attorney After practicing law in the Phoenix area for more than a decade, Allison L. Kierman founded Kierman Law, to offer personalized service to her clients. Allison concentrates her practice on guiding families through the wills, trusts, and estate process and probate litigation. Before starting Kierman Law, Allison was a partner in a successful law firm, providing a broad range of legal services to business owners across the country. She has been named a Southwest Rising Star by Super Lawyers, a designation given to the top 2.5% of lawyers in Arizona or New Mexico who are either forty years old or younger or have practiced law for ten years or less. This Episode: Allison was kind enough to give me some of her precious time to explain... What estate planning and a basic trust is all about. Why you may need a trust. How you might have your estate administered to best suit each family member's needs. When a DIY trust kit is sufficient and when it's wise to hire an experienced attorney. What is probate and is it as bad as some people make it out to be. How trust and probate laws differ from state to state. Why it's important to make sure your trust is properly drawn up for the state you live in and if you are a "snow-bird," the one you spend your winters in. Resources and Contact Info https://kiermanlaw.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonkierman/ akierman@kiermanlaw.com

Monique Idemudia – Dragon Digital Marketing – Part 1 Monique Idemudia is the founder of Dragon Digital Marketing. A black-owned and women-led business based in Saint Petersburg, Florida. They help small businesses grow with the power of great digital marketing. What Makes Them Different To Work With A lot of digital marketing agencies focus on the creative and come up with many ideas but not with an actual plan of action on how to realize these ideas and achieve the marketing and business goals. Dragon Digital Marketing is different because they focus on digital marketing strategies for small businesses. They create small business marketing plans that are actionable and bring a positive return on investment. They measure marketing success by increasing their clients' business value in the long-term and measure and track metrics that are directly related to ROI without neglecting the importance of beautiful creatives and designs. Why Working With Them Is Unique A lot of digital marketing agencies focus on mass marketing strategies that are intrusive; like sending out unsolicited direct messages and emails to a cold, unsegmented audience and relying heavily on advertising. Dragon Digital Marketing is different because they don't believe in being spammy and salesy. They believe in raising awareness for small businesses by making them stand out. They achieve this with personalized and targeted content that attracts the right people organically because it provides value by answering questions and solving problems. They help small businesses to strategically create, publish and promote content across many different digital marketing channels. Pretty good description, huh? I have to confess I lifted it right off their website and changed a few pronouns to make it sound like I wrote it. If you think it was written well, perhaps you should contact them.   Topics Discussed What is digital marketing? How to choose which form of social media to employ. Changes in social media and what's popular now and coming into style.   Resources and Contact Info https://www.dragon-digital-marketing.com contact@dragon-digital-marketing.com Phone: 727.308.0030

Monique Idemudia is the founder of Dragon Digital Marketing. A black-owned and women-led business based in Saint Petersburg, Florida. They help small businesses grow with the power of great digital marketing. What Makes Them Different To Work With A lot of digital marketing agencies focus on the creative and come up with many ideas but not with an actual plan of action on how to realize these ideas and achieve the marketing and business goals. Dragon Digital Marketing is different because they focus on digital marketing strategies for small businesses. They create small business marketing plans that are actionable and bring a positive return on investment. They measure marketing success by increasing their clients' business value in the long-term and measure and track metrics that are directly related to ROI without neglecting the importance of beautiful creatives and designs. Why Working With Them Is Unique A lot of digital marketing agencies focus on mass marketing strategies that are intrusive; like sending out unsolicited direct messages and emails to a cold, unsegmented audience and relying heavily on advertising. Dragon Digital Marketing is different because they don't believe in being spammy and salesy. They believe in raising awareness for small businesses by making them stand out. They achieve this with personalized and targeted content that attracts the right people organically because it provides value by answering questions and solving problems. They help small businesses to strategically create, publish and promote content across many different digital marketing channels. Pretty good description, huh? I have to confess I lifted it right off their website and changed a few pronouns to make it sound like I wrote it. If you think it was written well, perhaps you should contact them.   Topics Discussed What to look for when hiring a marketing agency. How to know if they are a good fit for your company Some comments and contact info.   Resources and Contact Info https://www.dragon-digital-marketing.com/ contact@dragon-digital-marketing.com Phone: 727.308.0030

Amy Shuckhart – Amalyn Consulting Employee Benefits Advisors “At MetLife, I was very successful, but I did not ever see my family.” Amalyn Consulting, is a boutique insurance advisory firm that has specialized in creating and implementing employee benefit programs since 2011. Their Phoenix-based company is dedicated to providing comfort, security and financial well-being through educating clients and their employees on how to become better consumers of insurance and healthcare services. In allowing Amalyn Consulting to become an extension of your company, you and your employees will be protected from unforeseen events 365 days a year by a partner that truly has your best interest in mind. Amalyn Consulting is licensed to do business in several states including California. Contact Amy to see if they are taking on new clients in your state. “My worst failure is also my greatest success.” Amy's best advice: “Listen to your trusted advisors!”   Topics Discussed We talked about her biggest challenge—hiring and firing staff. How do you know the right time to let someone go? Every client is different. They all have different benefits needs. She considers her staff as service people, not salespeople. “Our engagement level is what separates Amalyn from every other benefits broker.” Talked about what's new in the insurance world. She was excited about a new innovative life insurance product you can purchase online in less than 10 minutes. In the time it takes to get your coffee at Starbucks, you can secure your family's financial security on your mobile phone. No medical exam or underwriting. You don't even have to talk to an agent! Amalyn is licensed to do business in several states, but mostly in Arizona. Amy loves to work with women business owners with 20 to 250 employees. Resources and Contact Info amy@amalynconsulting.com 602.741.8500 https://amalynconsulting.com/ 10 Minute Term Life Insurance: Click HERE or visit https://ezterm.life

I asked Jenna what she thought of those 1 Euro houses available for sale in southern Italy.

Jenna Biancavilla – A “Holistic” Financial Planner "Wealth is more than just having money- it's living abundantly and ensuring you are leveraging your wealth to live your best life.” …Jenna Biancavilla Founder and CEO of Pearl Capital Management, Jenna L. Biancavilla is an independent, comprehensive financial planner. Her extensive experience with thousands of different financial situations makes her an expert in complex personal wealth management strategies. In 2014 & 2015, Phoenix Magazine named Biancavilla one of the top 50 wealth advisors in Arizona. In 2020, she received the 40 under 40 award from the AZ Business Journal. With over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, Jenna Biancavilla personifies expertise in comprehensive retirement, real estate, and investment planning. She provides her clients with a winning blueprint for planning and achieving their financial goals. Using an array of sophisticated investment, financial planning, and lending solutions, her clients experience what it means to have a trusted advisor who truly understands the complexities of wealth management.   Topics Discussed  The difference between commission based financial planner “stock pickers” and a planner that takes a holistic approach. She relies on her trusted advisors for superior money management. She got her start giving free college planning all across AZ. Just as Jenna was promoted to manage the west coast operations of her company, the business was sold leaving her with nothing. She took a few days to be depressed, picked herself up and started Pearl Capital Management. Has $140,000,000 under management. Clients must have at least $250,000 in investable assets to be her client. Her business model is simple; “I provide tremendous value to my clients.”   “I ask, What do you expect to get out of a financial planner? Then I just do what people want. It works really well in business.” Contact Info Jenna's cell# 602.446.6394 Jenna@thepearlcapital.com https://pearlcapitalmanagement.com/

Renée Piane - The Love Designer “The choice of your life partner is one of the most important decisions you will ever make in your life. Take your time and choose wisely” Married to the man of her dreams, Renée Piane is truly an inspirational role model and mentor for people who are looking for love, healing a broken heart or wanting to reignite passion in their existing relationships. She has been featured on CNN, NBC, ABC, The Today Show, and in Los Angeles Times, New York Times and the Wall Street Journal. Read her inspiring love story online at ReneePiane.com. Renée was lots of fun to talk to. She had some great stories and of course, many wonderful insights on relationships. “Put love into your schedule.” PODCAST SUMMARY Renée read a sample from her book. It was about relationships with a partner who works too much. Casual relationships like hook-up partners, often prevent us from finding true love. “Turn of your phone and be fully present!” Busy people often neglect their relationships. It's important to “Put love into your schedule.” She teaches the art of dating and flirting, in person and on the phone.  Several stories of dating and being open to love were shared. At the 48-minute mark, we discussed the business side of her passion. Renée offers up a free 30-minute consultation including suggestions. She compares dating and romance to a business. Both must have marketing, branding, sales, and closing the deal.  When she takes on a client, she addresses everything from a new dating wardrobe to getting a good photo and most importantly, being ready and open for love. She charges $249 for a 90-minute session, which she claims is all some people need. She not only makes matches, but also helps with painful, but necessary breakups. For $1500 - $5000 she provides a full deluxe package. It contains “soup to nuts” including dating coaching before each date if necessary. She builds confidence and teaches how to have a proper conversation. She works with everyday people, CEOs, celebrities and high-profile businesspeople. Renée calls herself “The Love Designer.” She helps people figure out who they really are. She has sold many copies of her book Get Real About Your Love: The Secrets to Opening Your Heart & Finding True Love.  Available on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Real-about-Love-Secrets/dp/0967896428 RESOURCES AND CONTACT INFORMATION You can get FREE 30 Minute Love Design Consultation and GIFTS by signing up on Renee's site at https://www.reneepiane.com or Call: 310-827-1100 To contact Renee for interviews please email her at: Renee@ReneePiane.com or call her live at 310 -849-5366 Get Real About Your Love: The Secrets to Opening Your Heart & Finding True Love

Devona Williams Ph.D. - President/CEO, Goeins-Williams Associates, Inc. Performance Management Consultant, Facilitator, Author, Speaker “I've been thrown out of my own office, including my stint in the White House where I had an office. I was told to come out from behind the desk—that I didn't belong there.”   Devona gave many examples of the challenges of being a woman of color, and a businesswoman of color in America, but podcast notes simply do not convey it properly--you'll have to listen for yourself and I implore you to do so. She is a highly educated, experienced, successful businesswoman who specializes in solving problems regarding performance and inclusion. She's been in business for 31 years and even had an office in the White House for a while. This was a particularly moving and enlightening episode for me as an interviewer. I can't imagine anyone not being impressed with this woman. I know I was.     PODCAST SUMMARY  Devona wanted to be in business since she was 8 years old She has been a performance consultant for 31 years Her company is Goeins-Williams. They work on the human aspects and challenges of organizations. She evaluates the work environment to uncover the source of the problem(s) Her company's mantra: People- Profits- Performance She works within the corporate, medical industry and government sectors Much of her work lately revolves around inclusion and diversity At time marker 16:00, we talked about being a black businesswoman and why that has its own set of challenges and expectations, and then a little later on-- Dr. Devona went on to explain, so very eloquently that whenever a person violates the social expectations of where that person belongs, or where they should be, that's when there's a problem. It's usually by people who have had little experience with that particular group, or they make assumptions about their intelligence or their abilities or whether or not they're appropriate for, or a good fit for that particular job or thing. She gave examples of how she was told that she “wasn't appropriate for the job” just because she was black. She has been thrown out of her own office in the White House because someone assumed she didn't belong there because of her skin color. She gave other examples of non-business bigotry such as, Not being able to flag a cab in Boston. In her own house, she has answered the door and been asked to get the “lady of the house.” She readily admits to “Driving while black.” [sarcasm intended] Bigotry is systemic in our culture Note from Rob: She went on to give more examples, but podcast notes simply do not convey it properly--you'll have to listen for yourself and I implore you to do so. Her parents gave her tools to deal with the bigotry. Unconscious and conscience bias is very prevalent and is very much in place. There is a “caste system” in this country. The darker the skin color, the more discrimination they face. We discussed whether the Black Lives Matter movement was changing things or was just the cause of the day? On a more hopeful note, she feels strongly that the new generation has a very different attitude towards race and gender and that things are improving.  We talked about her book, The Intentional Consultant and what's involved to grow and sustain a business, which is what her book is about. I asked her, “What was the biggest lesson you've learned?” “Never hire the wife of a client.” Her final thought: Be kind and loving to one another.    Resources and Contact Info   The Intentional Consultant: How to grow a sustainable consulting practice. https://www.amazon.com/Intentional-Consultant-sustainable-consulting-practice/dp/1468002228 https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdevonawilliams devogo@aol.com https://www.goeinswilliams.com https://www.goeinswilliams.com/blog                

Nancy Hetrick - A Brilliant and Innovative Business Model "I spent the first 18 months in business with a mantra that I held near and dear—‘feel the fear and do it anyway!' And that was the way I got through the first two years. I did not have the money. I had faith in myself." - Nancy Hetrick. After going through her less-than-optimal divorce, Nancy founded Smarter Divorce Solutions, through which Nancy and her team envision a world where the divorce process is not adversarial, financially confusing, or unreasonably costly. They believe that by providing thorough written analysis, recommending solutions, advice on the negotiation, and a shoulder to lean on, they can turn fear and uncertainty into peace and confidence at an affordable price. And they are committed to a kinder, gentler divorce process for all involved.  Nancy has built an organization that not only "practices what they preach" but also generates substantial income by providing financial guidance and investment solutions to their clients. Nancy's business model gives her a steady stream of new financial clients that already trust her and want to do business with her and her investment advisors. It's a brilliant and innovative business model. Nancy Hetrick, a Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF), a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), an Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), an Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), a Chartered Mutual Fund Counselor (CMFC) is a financial advisor, planner, and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. She is also the author of Divorce Is Not For Dummies, How To Cover Your Assets and Divorce Financial Planning: Building a Successful Niche Practice, and co-author of The Stress-Free Divorce, Volume 2. “90% of human beings have absolutely no need for a criminal system to deal with a family issue.” PODCAST SUMMARY Rob and Nancy talk about her business. Nancy's office uses "A meditation to help couples to resolve their property settlement, with no lawyers, no judges, no courtrooms, truly a kinder, gentler, much more affordable way to go through the divorce process." Do you find that many people who are getting divorced remember why they got married? Most of Nancy's clients want both parties to be okay. The financial planning side of Nancy's business Rob shares a story about his first marriage and divorce The key to Nancy's business success The ethics involved in being both a divorce mediator and financial advisor to the same client. Is there a conflict of interest? What are the rules? “Female business owners don't adequately protect their own intellectual property.” They share it too freely and are afraid to charge enough for it. The millionaire mindset and coming from a place of abundance "If you're afraid of overcharging and you are giving away a lot of free services, you need to do some work on your money mindset." Would you pay $30,000 for a coach when starting out in business? Nancy did. Anyone who's going to be an entrepreneur, in order to be successful, you must be a lifetime learner. Why is business more challenging for women? Women don't think big enough. Her mantra: “Feel the fear and do it anyway!” The importance of creating a strategy and a plan with built in milestones She's a big fan of Darren Hardy, previous editor of success magazine. He has several affordable, useful programs including a 6-week program for $395 (updated 1/15/21) We discussed some important divorce settlement details The culture in her office has a definite female attitude Resources and Contact Info linkedin.com/in/nancyhetrick smarterdivorcesolutions.com smarterdivorcesolutions.com/blog Darren Hardy Success Website https://darrenhardy.com/

Linda Fisk – CEO of LeadHERship Global The Power of Partnership “You have to define the issues that the partnership is designed to tackle.” Linda Fisk is a multi-award-winning leader, keynote speaker, author and university professor dedicated to amplifying and extending the success of other high-caliber business leaders. She is the co-Founder of LeadHERship Global, a community of unstoppable women enhancing their leadership blueprint and embracing their power to be the best version of themselves- in work and life. In LeadHERship Global, Linda supports and guides ambitious, creative women to move in the direction of their purpose, their mission and their dreams with powerful connections, critical support, practical tools and valuable resources to show up, speak up and step up in their careers and personal lives. “You can experience an explosion of creativity and a multiplier effect – through the power of partnerships.” Topics Discussed The incredible power in partnerships based on mutual respect created by extending trust. Extending trust vs. earning trust Give your potential partners the benefit of the doubt. “Trust but verify” (old Russian proverb made famous by Ronald Reagan). Partnerships have a risk/ reward ratio where the potential benefits can far outweigh the risks. Employing trust and partnership is a new and better approach to problem solving. What is true partnership? What is the partnership multiplier effect? How to leverage partnerships in your life to achieve that multiplier effect. How the power of the partnership is built on harnessing each partner's key strengths and how to embrace transformation over transaction to achieve real, substantial change. True partnerships have a shared understanding of what success looks like. It's critical to have a clear understanding and alignment of the bigger picture goals. Rob asked Linda, “You seem to be very wise. How did you develop that?” “You have to define the issues that the partnership is designed to tackle.” We talked about her experience with a great partnership at a company where she worked with a female CEO. Linda was the CMO. A parting observation: “Women tend to be more collaborative than men, especially in business.” Resources and Contact Info linkedin.com/in/lindafisk (preferred contact) https://leadhershipglobal.com/  865-850-5485 (Mobile)  linda@leadhershipglobal.com https://twitter.com/leadhershipglob

Alaina Schwartz- Speaker and Coach for 6-figure and up women business owners “Most people are focused on the absence of what they want, not on what they actually want—which manifests what they don't want.” - Alaina Schwartz Alaina was a real joy to visit with. Her positive, pro-collaborative attitude is uplifting and will brighten anyone's day. One of my favorite episodes. She has a proven system to create financial and time freedom. Alaina helps smart, mission-driven, service-based entrepreneurs make more money and more impact and achieve their full potential by permanently transforming their patterns of thinking so they can live the life they want with abundance, freedom, ease and fun. “Your perception creates 100% of your experience. Mindset work allows you to train your brain, shifting your perception, and empowers you to see the best path to create the success you want.” -  Alaina Schwartz PODCAST SUMMARY We discussed her unique way of growing businesses and her proven system to create financial and time freedom. You must have the mindset of a 7-figure earner to become one Her ideal client is a high 6-figure earner Alaina's “Zone of Genius” Difference between a 6-figure mindset and a 7-figure mindset 70-80% of lottery winners are broke within 7 years because they don't have the proper mindset Big earners don't hesitate and are not afraid of failure Over-achievers tend to get validation from outside sources, but that's not a good recipe for happiness Much of success is changing the way you look at the world “Most people are focused on the absence of what they want, not on what they actually want—which manifests what they don't want. Most people move away from pain, rather than moving towards what they want aka Negativity Bias She defines the “Law of attraction” “Easy or difficult doesn't matter—it's whether or not it's worth doing” Her idea client: High achievers, change agents, service-based industries, mostly women She is co-authoring a book about gain without pain in entrepreneurship. Gratitude, acceptance, intention, and non-judgement—She teaches many of these things to her clients because it shifts your state of being. She gave me a podcasting tip: You must know who your audience is. This goes for any service-based business. Business essentials: Clarity on the vison, clarity on the audience and clarity on the why are the foundational pieces of every business. If you ‘re not aligned with those three pieces, then everything you build on top of that is like a house of cards. Difference between the female and male mindset and qualities Why feminine and emotional qualities are so valuable Alaina clearly has an abundance mindset She fully embraces the sentiment of “Whether you believe you can or believe you can't, you're right” Resources and Contact Info https://alainaschwartz.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/alainaschwartz/

"Every person brings different skills...The differences between men and women in business should not only be celebrated, but used as an advantage." - Alan Handlesman As a professional musician for over 30 years, Alan began looking for solutions for his own stage fright and depression. He found much more. For the past 20 years, Alan has been helping people reduce stress, change habits, sleep better, and overcome obstacles to achieving their goals professionally, personally, in relationships, and for their own well-being. He has developed unique methods to break through old barriers in ways that are fast, effective and empowering. Alan has presented to professional and educational organizations across the U.S. and in Canada, England, Norway, and Switzerland. I asked Alan on my show because he works with many women business owners and I wanted to explore the differences between men and women in how they approach business. It turns out that when you look deep enough into people's behaviors, sense of self-worth and fears, we are more the same than we are different. And yet, there are some subtle differences that can be used to our great advantage. Alan has a keen understanding of human emotion and how that drives us to do what we do. This was a very interesting conversation. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. - Rob kopman Topics Discussed Overcoming Stress Professional Power Work Less – Achieve More Burn Bright – Not Burnout Habits for Success Performance Enhancement Overcoming Fears Resources and Contact Info alanhand@aol.com www.SourceHypnosis.com  Phone: 602-478-8346

Nancy Matthews – Women's Prosperity Network (WPN) International Speaker, Best Selling Author, Global Leader Founder, Co-Founder of the Women's Prosperity Network, Sales & Marketing Expert, Master NLP Practitioner "Remember to be the one who lets others know how important they are.” - Nancy Matthews “Be the change before the change changes you.” Nancy is a best-selling author, has been featured throughout the media and has shared the stage with many of today's leading experts and thought leaders … because she is one of them.  She's been in business since 2002 and has developed several multi-million-dollar enterprises … all this while raising 2 children on her own as a single mother.  Nancy brings more than 30 years of experience and the perfect blend of business expertise, authenticity and heart to all her endeavors.  Nancy and her sisters, yes, real sisters, founded Women's Prosperity Network in 2008 and they've had the privilege of serving thousands of people through their collaborative network, educational and inspirational programs, coaching and mentoring.  She is the author of The One Philosophy, Visionaries with Guts, the highly acclaimed Receiving Your Riches Course and the Best-Selling Series, Journey to the Stage. Learn more and connect with Nancy at NancyMatthews.com and WomensProsperityNetwork.com Topics Discussed ·Nancy launched the Women's Prosperity Network while she was a single mom She woke 15-30 minutes before waking her kids to get herself ready for the day including journaling and reading from the book – Simple Abundance. That started her day off calm and ready to go She now has 2,000 members, most of which have joined at the Gold Level The WPN doesn't promote networking in the traditional sense. Instead, it promotes “generating a network of women” to support each other's businesses It provides entrepreneurial training including mastermind groups, utilizing Zoom effectively, and developing personal growth “Impact focus” or making a difference in a positive way is an essential part of membership Commonly heard-- “I had no idea there are women out there that are willing to support me.” The WPN aims to dispel that belief Women tend to be very helpful to each other given the opportunity The WPN fosters “Coopetition” rather than competition Speaking is one of the highest paid professions. Why aren't there more women doing that? Nancy had a major failure at the beginning of the recession in 2007. The idea was good, but the execution was flawed. She lost a lot of money, but then she met someone that helped her start it up again. This time-- the right way. Her book, The One Philosophy, says that we all should treat everybody as if they are “the one” [who has the power and resources to change your life for the better]. She suggested I make a resource center on https://TheAmazingWomenPodcast.com for information catering to women entrepreneurs and include articles and videos of essential “How to…” topics. She recommended I make it a resource for anyone to access or contribute to. “Ask your guests to contribute something and I'll co-develop it with you,” she told me. Nancy also commented that I should be sure to create a diverse platform         Resources and Contact Info https://nancymatthews.com The People Skills Academy is coming soon. Get on the wait list on https://nancymatthews.com https://womensprosperitynetwork.com The One Philosophy by Nancy Matthews is available on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/One-Philosophy-Nancy-Matthews/dp/0692735275 Simple Abundance by Sarah Ban Breathnach is available on Amazon

Rosaria Cain - CEO and Founder of the Knoodle Ad Agency Rosaria has an impressive career history along with many successes and one spectacular failure. What's that failure? You'll have to listen in to find out. I will however say this, even with all her accomplishments she remains a down-to-earth, giving person (and a smart businesswoman). At the time of this interview, she is the incoming president of the Phoenix chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) and acts as a mentor to many aspiring female entrepreneurs. And... she has an interesting perspective regarding vacationing in Italy! Rosaria's passion and energy has attracted and retained clients for over 20 years, including impressive clients like Fulton Homes and the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce. A champion of the entrepreneurial spirit and founder of Knoodle since 1999, she has a continual desire to always be learning something new. Right now, it's learning to speak Italian! Rosaria's extensive media background includes leadership roles at FOX, CBS, The Arizona Republic and K-Lite Radio. However, she will tell you her greatest win is the internal team she has assembled at Knoodle. Knoodle is a full-service advertising agency headquartered in Phoenix. Since their founding in 1999, they have been focused on creating the most impactful work for their clients. From integrated campaigns and videos to design, their work creates real connections with people that drives results.  Topics Discussed Knoodle is 21 years old They take a “disruption” approach What does disruption really mean? It's critical that your business stands out from your competition Knoodle launched “WashClub” Phoenix https://www.washclubphoenix.com – with a disruptive idea They use A/B testing to see what resonates with potential customers Insight driven businesses like Amazon and why they're different How she started her first business after working for the Fox TV network Why the Phoenix area is attracting so many new businesses. NAWBO (The National Association of Women Business Owners) Rosaria's $250,000 failure opening a business in San Diego Do your research. Hire a local attorney, not one from a different state Don't use your credit line unless absolutely necessary. Manage your expenses Combing work and vacationing in Italy three time per year and why it's a good idea Resources and Contact Info https://knoodle.com https://www.nawbo.org

Cara Macklin - MULTI AWARD WINNING BUSINESSWOMAN, ENTREPRENEUR AND PROFESSIONAL COACH SPECIALISING IN INNOVATIVE THINKING, POWERFUL MINDSET AND CREATING MEANINGFUL CHANGE. Both an entrepreneur and coach, Cara's journey began at 5 years old, growing up in the family business. Starting her first business at age 15 and spent over 15 years as a Director in the family business an award-winning healthcare & hospitality group which grew from 3 businesses with 250 employees to 7 businesses and 600 employees. Cara understands first hand all the highs and lows of being an entrepreneur. Having worked across numerous areas including new business opening, entrepreneurship, strategic development, operations, procurement, HR, innovation and change management. In 2017 Cara totally disrupted the elderly healthcare industry in Ireland creating the first ‘Lifestyle Care Home' cited by IoD chairman as a ‘world class concept.' As a multi-award winning business woman Cara has had many successes under her belt, and has been recognized for her achievements including Women in Business Outstanding Innovation, IoD finalist director of the Year for Innovation, Women in Business Young Business Woman of the Year and NI Top 40 under 40. WWW.CARAMACKLIN.COM

Pat Iyer – Writer, Ghost Writer, Editor “Being an author in itself doesn't pay the bills as much as the opportunities that come from being an author.” - Pat Iyer Pat is a “class act.” Many people call themselves writers, but Pat is the real deal. Pat is an experienced author, podcaster, editor, and ghostwriter who loves to work with others to share their knowledge and expertise. Pat has edited or written over 800 chapters, books, online courses, case studies or articles. She excels in repurposing content and assists experts to create online courses from their content. Pat's writing tips and legal nurse consulting tips are both available on her mobile app. Get it at http://patiyer.com/biz-edu . It provides videos, podcasts, articles, courses, and online training to continue your learning. Pat also coaches legal nurse consultants and shares her 31 years of experience in legal nurse consulting in her books, articles, courses, and Legal Nurse Podcast. Topics Discussed Pat has written or edited over 800 chapters She has written or curated 49 books including textbooks Several of her books had other contributing writers, which is a way to produce a book without writing all of it. Chicken Soup for the Soul is a good example of that model. Her podcast, “Writing to get Business”, hosts people who write business books Pat admits she has only made about .35 per hour in royalties, but has made millions from opportunities created by her books Sold her consulting/ expert witness company for more than a million dollars because she used a brilliant method to make her business saleable Lesson learned from her biggest business failure: “Just because you are offering something people need, doesn't mean they will want it.” Sometimes a business failure will lead to a related business opportunity Pat's big takeaway: “Being an author in itself doesn't pay the bills as much as the opportunities that come from being an author.” Writing a book has become a requirement for getting speaking engagements; it enhances your credibility as an expert in your field Resources and Contact Info https://patiyer.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/patiyer https://legalnursebusiness.com https://lncacademy.com https://podcast.legalnursebusiness.com  https://patiyer.com/editing http://patiyer.com/biz-edu 

Sandra Dee Robinson – TV Actress, Speaker, Trainer and Founder of “Charisma on Camera” "I learned that no matter how educated you are, how good looking you are, talented, wealthy or famous, you still have to face the crippling self-doubt that comes with expanding current boundaries and trying something new." - Sandra Dee Robinson  Sandra and I had a very philosophical conversation. Sandra is intelligent, thoughtful, insightful, and a joy to talk to! Sandra Dee Robinson is a television actress, speaker, trainer, author, TV/Radio Host, Communication Coach, Founder of "Charisma on Camera," Nature lover/ Advocate & “Personal Empowerment Enthusiast.” She's also an Equine Assisted Learning Facilitator for effective leadership, speaking, video, and media. And...she can make you look great on Zoom! The media has titled Sandra Dee, the “Charisma Coach.” She assists companies, entrepreneurs, and well-established experts to help them naturally develop authentic power behind their personal presence. Starting as a teen, she portrayed major roles in: Another World, Sunset Beach, Bold and the Beautiful, General Hospital, Days of Our Lives, and many prime time shows: CSI Miami, Criminal Minds and Two and a Half Men… among others. She attributes her consistent success in the challenging TV industry to the lessons she now has honed into effective coaching programs, workshops, and seminars. "When you own the magnificence that is inside you, the world will act accordingly." - Sandra Dee Robinson   Topics Discussed What is an Unbridled Life? Common traits of successful people: Drive and Purpose She works with a wide variety of people, but they all have that sense of drive and purpose Fear can be a great motivator if used correctly The secret to being joyful is being present Horses are great role models for being present. “Ask a horse, What time is it and they'll say, Now!” For them there is only the present and what's around them at the time. It's always now. The dangers of not listening to your body Sandra has a love and understanding of how all the world's creatures, and plants, are connected. She is mindful of and appreciates her place in the world Life wasn't always good. Her mother was a cruel sociopath. She was able to use that experience to make her a better actor We discussed her acting career and how very successful she was She was shy and introverted when in her own skin because of a lack of self-worth We talked about how to look good on camera and be charismatic What is charisma and why is it so attractive? When on camera, don't focus on the lens, focus on someone you know that makes you feel good and energized. Imagine them standing behind the camera. Resources and Contact Info “Training to Look and Feel Great in your Streaming Videos and Zoom Calls.” A Crash Course. FREE for a Limited Time. Get it here: https://sandradeerobinson.com/zoomcharisma   https://sandradeerobinson.com https://sandradeerobinson.com/performance-coaching/ (Charisma on Camera) https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandradeerobinson https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0272600/?ref_=fn_nm_nm_1 (IMDb) https://twitter.com/Sandra_Robinson https://www.facebook.com/CoachSandraDee https://www.facebook.com/sandradee.robinson https://www.instagram.com/meimsandradee/?hl=en

Dhomonique Murphy - The Right Method Dhomonique Murphy is a 3x Emmy Award Winning Journalist and Mrs. Virginia American 2020. She has developed a course for positive personal development called, "The Right Method" Dhomonique was invited inside the homes of 17 world leaders in their field--everyone from co-founder of Constant Contact Alec Stern and Shark Tank's Kevin Harrington to New York Times Best Selling Author Sharon Lechter, Mitzi Perdue, and so many others. Each of them was so impressed by Dhomonique, her interview skills, her in-depth research, and her electric personality to motivate masses, that each and every one personally endorsed Dhomonique and The Right Method™. Dhomonique is a leading industry expert in the field of positive personal development. She is credited for securing some of the toughest interviews and is highly respected for her ability to get anyone to open up about anything. ​ Dhomonique Ricks Murphy is the President of The Right Method™, LLC and a highly sought-after public speaker. Dhomonique, who was also recently crowned Mrs. Virginia American, has appeared on stages across the nation and has spoken to and appeared in front of more than a million people in her career. ​ The three-time Emmy Award-Winning television host and journalist has been featured on The Steve Harvey Show, FOX, ABC, NBC, HSN, CBS and countless radio, print, and local television platforms. Dhomonique is the author of RESET, which was published October 2020.  Topics Discussed There really is no right method, but there is a right method for each of us Everyone wants the same 5 things: love, respect, purpose, health, and financial independence Believe in yourself, don't be a victim or make excuses 97% of people can't look at themselves in the mirror and say “I'm amazing” (and mean it). Whether you think you can or you a can't, you're right. You have to believe in yourself Social media is just a random representation—it's never the whole picture The 28-day social media detox Practice gratitude every day Failure vs. opportunity. Whenever you feel you have failed at something, substitute “I found an opportunity” for “I failed.” How she turned being canceled into an Emmy! Resources and Contact Info https://www.therightmethod.com/ https://therightmethodcourses.com/offer/ https://www.facebook.com/DRicksTV/ https://www.instagram.com/dhomonique/?hl=en DMurphy@TheRightMethod.com linkedin.com/in/dhomonique-ricks-murphy-0299b411

“[What] is the one thing I can do every day, and it's different every day, that will make everything else easier?” - Cylie Lawrence I had an interview with Cylie Lawrence, a 24-year old woman who makes a 6-figure income buying and selling property for her clients. Her passion and drive come from her inherent need to help people find an investment property or their first home.  But she did not begin her career as a realtor. When she joined the workforce, she went into retail and sales management working for companies like Sephora, Victoria Secret, and Nike. Today, she works for Keller Williams Realty and she has over 5 years of experience under her belt in buying and selling property.  Cylie is a young and motivated woman with incredible people and business skills.  Podcast Summary In this podcast episode, Cylie Lawrence shares her challenges and successes as a realtor. We discussed:  How to help people purchase or sell property What strategies to use to sell a property to maximize profits How to sell a house quickly Realtor nightmares (Learn more about Cylie's “Failed Forward Friday” strategy) How to price a house based on the market How to balance your work and your personal life as a real estate agent Nuggets of Wisdom from Cylie If you don't manage your time, other people will.   Everyone has an opportunity to start a new career and succeed in it. It all depends on what you are passionate about.  Cylie's Podcast List NPR Up First 10% Happier with Dan Harris Gary Vaynerchuk BiggerPockets The Genius Life The One Thing (podcast) Cylie's Book list How to Win Friends and Influence People The One Thing (book) LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/cylielawrence/ Office Homehelper Consultants | Scottsdale 14201 N. Hayden Rd. Ste A-3 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Phone: 480.331.4937 *The term REALTOR® is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics.     

Rita Kakati-Shah - Be Bold. Be You. Be Uma. “In Sanskrit, the Hindu Goddess Uma is a daughter, a mother, a sibling, and a wife. She represents strength, courage, and confidence. She is the Goddess of Go-Getting!” I spoke with Rita Kakati-Shah about why she started her company, Uma. If I had to pick one word to describe her, it would be enlightening.  She shared some extremely valuable nuggets of wisdom she has collected over the years. Anyone listening to this episode will be a little wiser and more optimistic about their business ventures. Rita Kakati-Shah, CEO and Founder of Uma, is an award-winning, gender, diversity, inclusion and career strategist, speaker, and advisor to Fortune 500 companies. She founded Uma in response to her personal journey and is dedicated to empowering individuals to succeed at life and work after a career break or transition. Prior to Uma, Rita lead Business Development globally in CNS healthcare. Rita began her professional career at Goldman Sachs in London, where she was awarded the prestigious Excellence in Citizenship and Diversity Award. She is also the recipient of the King's College London Distinguished Alumni Award in recognition of her outstanding professional achievement, civic leadership, and service to her alma mater. Rita is a graduate of King's Business School, and actively involved with the King's Leadership Mentoring program, Entrepreneurial Institute, and International Alumni Committee in New York City. She also mentors women veterans and spouses returning to civilian work after active duty, and survivors of domestic violence. Rita sits on the Women in Legal Profession Committee of the New York City Bar Association, Co-Chairs the Working Moms of the J at the JCC of Manhattan, is an ACP Women Veteran's Founding Circle member in the US and Governing Board member of Ormiston Park Academy in the UK. She is a frequently invited guest speaker at University of Southern California and an Oversees Ambassador to the London Bihu Committee. She was born in Paris, grew up in London, and now lives in NYC. Topics Discussed Rita took a four-year sabbatical to raise her two children Being a full-time mother of two toddlers turned out to be a lot harder than working in investment banking Being a mother requires intense negotiating and scheduling skills and are great problem solvers (because they have to be), yet the corporate world doesn't recognize being a mother as a legitimate reason to have a gap on your resume.  A Harvard study found that a gap on your resume due to time off for motherhood gave candidates a 50% lower chance of getting called for an interview. Being a mother and being discriminated against gave Rita the incentive to start UMA Studies show that mothers are much better at getting things done than women without kids or men Uma teaches how to be confident and not to be taken advantage of “We don't just fill quotas—we provide highly qualified candidates that also fit the needed demographic" Managing a diverse workforce requires some specific skills—Uma teaches them these skills It took Rita 3-4 years to start achieving success with her company Having a diverse well-trained workforce is actually good for a company's bottom line Imposter syndrome is much more prevalent among women and especially women of color Getting over imposter syndrome requires preparation and practice Prepare and practice with yourself and your friends, record your speech and critique it. Try to convince your friends that do not support your point of view, and get their feedback Don't quit. Pivot! Never give up! When things are not going well, rather than quitting—pivot to a new direction Resources and Contact Info https://beboldbeuma.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/rita-kakati https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivAUMgM4_mA https://twitter.com/BeBoldBeUma rita.kakati@gmail.com