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Avoid the hysteria. Don't panic. Remember the assignment! Welcome to Episode 43. With so much going on, it's easy to forget the task at hand. We're building within our families, ourselves, and finances despite this COVID-19!!    Quick Books 50% off savings Publish now https://www.referquickbooks.com/s/Alecia31

After two weeks of being MIA, I'M BACK! Welcome to Episode 42. So because I failed to do what I said I was going to do, I was hiding my face  SMH.. There I said it! Now that I have gotten that out of the way, it don't feel so bad anymore lol.    Don't forget to build within your finances with your QuickBooks Online 50% of savings https://www.referquickbooks.com/s/Alecia31

What good is a partnership and collaboration if you're not learning from it. Welcome to Episode 41. Join me while I discuss some of the lessons I learned after my conversation with Tamika Prince. Get your 50% savings for Quick Books Online  https://www.referquickbooks.com/s/Alecia31 Make sure to grab a copy of Justin's Pumpkin Patch Adventure  https://justntymeproducts.com/shop/

We've been building since April of 2019, and I'd like to think you guys know me pretty well by now. So since my new year's resolution is all about Partnerships and Collaborations, I feel like it's time to build with some like-minded folk. Welcome to Episode 40!! To kick it off, I've set down with my best friend of over 20 years to discuss how she builds with her family, herself, and within her finances! Join us while she talks being a boy mom, working in corporate, being a self published author plus more!! Grab your copy of her 1st book Justin's Pumpkin Patch Adventure  https://justntymeproducts.com/shop/ and don't forget to build within your finances with your QuickBooks Online 50% of savings  https://www.referquickbooks.com/s/Alecia31   

A little under the weather, so I'm a little delayed, but the show still must go on. Welcome to Episode 39. The reason why successful people are successful isn't just because of their grind. It's because of the people they're connected to. Yes your network equals your networth! www.thetraveloutlier.com https://www.referquickbooks.com/s/Alecia31

The Marathon Continues now with a Mamba Mentality. Welcome to Episode 38... but what does that even mean exactly. I guess you have to tune in to see.

Those little voices keep calling me, calling me. Welcome to Episode 37. I said it before, "you are your OWN worst HATER" and if you're not careful those little voices can and will be your downfall. Trust me I know. They almost took your sis out last week. Questioning my motives, telling me I'd fail smh! I'm sure I am not the only one so find out some things you should tell yourself during these hard times.

There's a lot to be said about those graduating with a PhD, and no I'm not talking to those who are a doctor of philosophy. I'm talking to those people who are the Poor, Hungry, and Driven, because let's face it, we have all been there. Welcome to Episode 36.

In order to know where you're going, it's important to understand where you've been. Welcome to Episode 35. This week I took the time to go over some very important lessons of 2019 as I continue to build within my family, myself, and my finances. Find out what they were !!  www.thetraveloutlier.com

Happy Holidays!! Welcome to Episode 34 (still can't believe it). Now that Christmas is over we can breathe moms (and dads) Now that it is our time, and the holidays always seem to add an extra layer of anxiety and depression, I figured we got to get back to building within ourselves again. So eat, drink, and be merry and check out how! www.thetraveloutlier.com/contact

A little under the weather but the show must go on. Welcome to Episode 33. As I reflect on my recent retreat, I realized there's 3 stages to life. Find out what they are!! Also don't forget to subscribe to Becoming The Lender to continue to build financially!!

Intention is defined as an aim or or plan. Prior to this shift I had no aim nor plan. It's amazing what happens when you change your perspective and develop a plan. That focused mind is what activates the power of intention. 

It could all be so simple but you rather make it hard. Just give thanks! Welcome to episode 31. I learned that in order to have more, you must first learn how to give thanks for what you have currently. 

Beginnings are usually scary, endings are usually sad, but it's the middle that count. You just have to let hope float. Welcome to Episode 30. This episode is important because it was at 30 when my life decided to change. I'm glad it decided for me because prior to that I was a mess. I even wrote about it https://www.thetraveloutlier.com/2018/07/depression-a-dream-killer/ Thank you The Travel Outlier. Here's to 30 more!!!  

Pursue: to follow something in order to catch. Welcome to Episode 29. As I pursue some of the things I have set out to do, I realize you never really catch that "thing" you're after. There will always be a new goal to reach. However, if your're not paying attention what you "post" will sometimes get in the way of that pursuit.

Fear is more crippling than you realize. It will literally stop you from reaching your highest potential. Welcome to Episode 28. This year has been dedicated to running towards things that scare me. They say the dream isn't big enough if it doesn't scare you. Soooo do you want it or nah sis!??????

On this journey, I've realized the critics are never in the arena with you. They're just there on the sidelines waiting to judge, so it's important to always remember your why. Everything I said I was going to do this year, I accomplished. I'm proud of myself and I should not be intimidated by that.... Welcome to Episode 27. https://www.thetraveloutlier.com/2019/04/hussle-and-motivate-lessons-from-nipsey/

Welcome to Episode 26. Every year for the past 2 years, I've dedicated my year to a specific word. The first year of my entrepreneur journey the word was obedience. The 2nd year, this year, was consistency. For 2020 it will be partnerships and collaborations. As I walk into the new year, the vision is now more clear than ever. It's 2020 vision!!

Death has a way of making you look at your life from the beginning to the end. Welcome to Episode 25. During our vacation we received some bad news. It forced me to look at my life for what it is and appreciate it that much more. I realized the quality of our lives is impacted by the quality of our relationships.

It's the final quarter... I'm headed to Tokyo, Japan with my husband... and it's time to reflect. Welcome to Episode 24! To beat that imposter we discussed last week, I figure it's time to take in all God has granted me. The Bahama Mommies Cruise cabins still available Justin's Pumpkin Patch Adventure  https://justntymeproducts.com/shop/

As I sat down to have my 2020 business meeting with God, I felt a huge sense of inadequacy. It was then I learned about impostor syndrome and the 5 different types. Take a listen to Episode 23 to see if you fit one of those types. I sure as heck know I did.

So often times we get caught up in the "title" that we forget about the process; we forget about the results. Welcome to episode 22. While on this journey, I've learned that it is during that process some of our greatest lessons are learned. When you focus on results and not recognition, the "right" people start to take notice and once that happens the possibilities are endless. 

K.I.S.S (Keep it Simple Silly) It's amazing how effective those 4 simple words can be. Welcome to Episode 21. Most of the time we are our own demise, for 2 reasons we failed to keep it simple and we don't like to share.

Who ever said you can't have your cake and eat it too!? Isn't that what you're supposed to do with cake? Welcome to Episode 20. Despite what the world will have you believe... it is possible to have a successful career, relationships, and finances. Find out how!

When I am feeling overwhelmed, because apparently I like to torture myself, I learned the best thing for me to do is to be quiet. Welcome to Episode 19 Silence is Key. In order to receive important instructions, sometimes you have to be silent. Ideas can be distractions, and it's necessary to silence them also. 

Generational Curses - Negative patterns passed down through generations. Let's be honest, we all have them. Some maybe worst than others but the fact still remains they are there. I decided it had to stop with me. Find out how you should overcome them.   Interested in Joining our book club?? Click the link below to get the first book  Fervent - A Woman's Battle Plan for Serious, Specific, and Strategic Prayer https://amzn.to/31Pdtz5   Interested in joining our Bahama Mommies Cruise?? Interior $344 Oceanview $382 Balcony $449  $50 Deposit due 9/14 $50 due 10/14 Final due 12/30/2019

In this day and time, having multiple streams of income is almost a requirement. Especially if you're trying to escape the "rat race". Welcome to Episode 17. Wealth is the income we make through our assets. This means if I am dedicated to creating wealth, I probably should stay away from the liabilities and focus on financial literacy.  But what does that mean?? https://amzn.to/2Z2tTCf - Fervent https://amzn.to/2H4FcUB - Rich Dad Poor Dad

Chance (noun) - a possibility something will happen. Welcome to Ep: 16 After my return from the 37th Goldsmith Family Reunion in Washington, D.C. I walked away with a feeling of fullness and that I can "take a chance", but with the possibility of winning... why are we scared to just take a chance?? why do we instead focus on the "what is?" vs the "what could be?" and totally separate "A book away will keep the reality away" so here's that Free Audible Trial (click the link below)  https://amzn.to/2Yu15HF  

The Law of the Mind... It's better to be first in the mind than marketplace. In Episode 15 I broke the law down to apply it to my own life and business. 

Persistence- Continuing firm in a course of action in spite of difficulty...Welcome to Episode 14! Here I thought I was being consistent, but that implies steady. There's nothing steady about building a Travel and Lifestyle company from an idea. In this episode we explore ways to develop that persistent energy. www.thetraveloutlier.com

You are the sum of the 5 people you hang around... Welcome to Episode 13. As a go to these new levels I realized the importance of the people I am surrounded by. Who you are surrounded by will make or break your business. It turns out 1 bad apple does spoil the bunch. 

Episode 12... Wow even I can't believe I am here lol. It's crazy how a simple 3 letter word has literally changed my world. It gave me the courage to chase God first, the patience to start a travel and lifestyle company www.thetraveloutlier.com , the know how have a podcast and so much more. Yes!! Is all I can say. 

It's funny how the enemy attacks who we know God called us to be. Now that's the real "identity crisis". Who we believe we are affects: our achievements, how we interact with each other, and ultimately our relationship with God. Yep, that's how Episode 11 went down!! www.thetraveloutlier.com

I recently sponsored and hosted my first event. Since this was Episode 10, I figured this would be a good time to not only reflect on the lessons learned from it, but over the last 10 episodes as well.

This week I'm preparing for the Secure the Bag Dance Battle June 22, 2019. As we finish the last minute preparations I fear started to set in. In order to tackle it I had to first understand it.

Lord, when is it my turn? I had to understand that what was for me... was for me. When you start to rush things because we're tired of waiting that's when it gets worse. Check out how I manage...

This week I reflected on a previous blog post https://www.thetraveloutlier.com/2018/03/take-your-time-back-challenge/ Since I'm always asked how is it I manage the multiple roles I juggle (wife, mom of 3, and entrepreneur) I went back to a previous challenge. The Spend Your Time Wisely Challenge. Check out how to play!! 

Here's a known fact...frequent travelers are more successful. This episode I reflected over our recent family trip to Mexico. There's things Travel teaches that are essential for a healthy living. So Dream, Travel, Live, Repeat...

Welcome to Episode 5... One of the things I've learned on this road to success is the importance of being intentional. Especially when it comes to my finances. Financial freedom is the goal and to get there, financial literacy is needed. So this episode I wanted to discuss the 6 steps to a road to riches. 

Happy Mother's Day to everyone who's cared or carried for a little one. As a mother, it's important we maintain a healthy mental. Find out some of the ways you can optimize your mental health.

This week I discussed the highs and lows of parenting. It's amazing our childhood can affect us not only in adulthood, but also in the way we parent. I realized we spend our entire adulthood unlearning some of the bad traits from our parents who didn't know any better. Check out how I am able to manage!!

Welcome to Episode 2!! This week I had a lot of time to mind my own business. I realized in order to do that, you have to focus on some things!! Find out what that is...  Until I figure out what this looks like on my website www.thetraveloutlier.com lol, Check out some of the links I found helpful.  Determining which corporations to choose South Carolina business information  EIN applying information Check Business Name      

Welcome to the pilot episode of Mommies, Boobs, and Bags. The podcast where we build. We build within our families, ourselves, and we're going to build financially. Before I dived in, I figured we should get to know each other first.