The Intelligence Of Grit Podcast

The Intelligence of Grit podcast welcomes today's special guest, Rhianna Campbell.   Rhianna Campbell is a business coach and entrepreneur who sold her multimillion dollar real estate company before the age of 40. Rhianna started off in the mortgage industry, but it wasn't until she took the big risk of investing in real estate that everything changed for her.  With so much experience under his belt already, Rhianna's insights are highly sought after by those looking to make their own success story happen now or later on down life's road!   Key GRIT points you'll learn in this episode: How to tap into your Superpower Why its important to give yourself the gift of Exploration Why it's important to build Community around yourself and your business About Rhianna Campbell: Rhianna launched Proper Planning to help executives and business owners navigate the challenges of growing a profitable business on their own.  With over 15 years of experience in the industry, Rhianna is eager to share her knowledge and know-how so that you too can Build, Scale and Pivot your business and create a life of intention, balance and purpose. Contact Rhianna: https://properplanning.realestate/  

Want more grit? Well, sometimes you have to slow down in order to speed up. My guest on this episode is Tasha Randall, and we are talking about what it means to gain greater clarity and confidence in order to achieve your goals with grit.   So this episode is an important one. Because it's not about grit, per se. It is about all of the things that you have to move out of the way in order to achieve grit. And so as you listen to this episode, Tasha is sharing three powerful strategies that we can utilize in order to clear the chaos and get more clarity. Lean In, this is a good one! About Tasha Randle: Tasha equips professionals with clarity, confidence and the action plan to to boldly pursue and get what they want in their career.  Tasha is also a Diversity and Inclusion Consultant.  She helps organizations maximize their results by building inclusive cultures and teams. Key G.R.I.T points you'll learn from this episode: How to slow down in order to speed up How to create a strategy that aligns with your values and skils How to overcome the need for external validation Links mentioned in this episode: https://realtalktasha.com/

On today's episode, my guest Jenn Whitmer talks to us about the importance of leaning in to conflict.  If you've ever been part of a team, you know what it's like when there is conflict amongst the group. It'll keep things from getting done. It'll keep people from working in harmony.  Even worse, it'll slow progress.  When conflict is not addressed, you don't get gritty, you don't get things done! If you want to learn how to grow a team that embraces healthy conflict, this episode is for you! About Jennifer Whitmer: Jenn is a speaker, writer, and coach who helps teams and leaders work through conflict and personality clashes.   Jenn uses conflict resolution skills, communication skills, and a self awareness tool called the enneagram to help teams accomplish really powerful and peaceful work. Key G.R.I.T points you'll learn from this episode: How to approach conflict with positivity and curiosity How to learn more about your personality style when handling conflict How to have caring conflict conversations Links mentioned in this episode: JennWhitmer.com

Dear Grown-up, How often do you take time to play? As someone who rarely takes time for fun, my conversation with Jeff Harry was a much needed eye-opener on how we can use play to be more productive and have more joy! On this episode, Jeff and I talked about how to ‘Rediscover Your Play”.  Not only did Jeff give strategies on how to play, he also provided real-world examples of how play can positively impact our GRIT, creativity, and relationships!  After having this conversation, I'm more determined than ever to incorporate more play into my daily life.   About Jeff: Jeff is an international speaker who has presented at conferences such as INBOUND, SXSW, and Australia's Pausefest, showing audiences how major issues in the workplace can be solved using play.  He shows individuals and companies how to tap into their true selves, to feel their happiest and most fulfilled — all by playing. Jeff has worked with Google, Microsoft, Southwest Airlines, Adobe, the NFL, Amazon, and Facebook, helping their staff to infuse more play into the day-to-day. Key G.R.I.T points you'll learn from this episode: How to improve your mental flow through play How thrive in life by incorporating more of a play-oriented mindset How to rediscover your purpose through play and purposeful boredom! Links mentioned in this episode: Jeff's play work has most recently been featured in the NY Times article: How Do We Add More Play To Our Grown-Up Life - Even Now.  Interested in working with Jeff?, contact him at RediscoverYourPlay.com

2020 has been a difficult, yet insightful year.  For many of us the ugly truth about our country's challenges have consistently come to the forefront.  At the same time and in some way, we were still able to experience love, community, and empowerment.  On today's episode, I'm talking with Mischelle O'Neal about the power of serenity during difficult times.  Mischelle is the founder of Mastering Your Monday LLC, a lifestyle enrichment firm that helps people move though life's challenges with fortitude, faith, and courage.   Listen to  this episode as Mischelle and I deep dive into the truths that are hidden in the “Serenity Prayer” and discuss steps on how to transition out of 2020 with peace, faith, and gratitude. Key G.R.I.T points you'll learn from this episode: How to identify your own “serenity tools” to move forward How to create more balance, peace, and productivity How to embrace life's lessons and build on them Links mentioned in this episode: https://masteringyourmonday.com/makeitthrough/ Copyright 2020

Susie Carder is not  your average business coach.  In fact, she candidly infuses her brilliance, 20+ years of business experience, and life lessons to help ambitious entrepreneurs and companies earn sustainable profits.  As an accomplished coach, author, speaker, and entrepreneur, Susie's results-oriented approach has allowed her to work with top leaders in the world of business, including: John Assaraf, Lisa Nichols, Steve Harvey, Zenovia Andrews, Keri Murphy, Doug Carter, Redken, Paul Mitchell, Thompson Learning, Dell, and many more. On The Intelligence of Grit podcast, Susie talks about her journey from salon owner to multi-million dollar business mogul.   She provides us with business building insights from her new book, Power Your Profits.  In addition to demonstrating how to create an enjoyable lifestyle, Susie's book teaches her exact methods for building a highly profitable business through systems, marketing, and GRIT.    Key GRIT points you'll learn from this episode: How to plan for profit and develop a healthy money mindset Why systems are important to the foundation of your business How to hold yourself accountable when building a great team Links mentioned in this episode: susiecarder.com poweryourprofitsbook.com *With the purchase of the Power Your Profits book, you'll receive $5000 worth of bonus materials to help you be more successful in life and business. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, and iHeartRadio  Copyright 2020

In this episode, my guest Sade Jones talks about the value of using time management to take the big leap.  What I love about this episode is Sade's perspective on time management and how it impacts GRIT. Not only does she talk about productivity, but also wellness, relaxation, and play.  As part of her GRIT story, Sade is sharing how she transitioned from an advertising career to full time entrepreneurship.  Key G.R.I.T points you'll learn from this episode: How to holistically manage your time and be more productive How to transition into your big leap with small intentional steps How to honor your gifts through wellness About Sade Jones: Sade Jones is a New Yorker who resides in Atlanta, Georgia. She's a former advertising professional who left the corporate life to become a full-time Time Management Coach and Content Creator. Through her coaching services and content, she helps ambitious people manage their time more efficiently, so they can pursue and monetize their passions, navigate their wellness, as well as personal development. Her mission is to empower others to find time to pursue what sets their soul on fire. Links mentioned in this episode: https://thefireinsidesade.com Copyright 2020

How do you cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset? In this episode, my guest, Tamiko Cuellar shares her G.R.I.T journey of entrepreneurship.  From starting an entrepreneur's ministry in her church to becoming an international delegate and business coach in South Africa, Tamiko talks about what it means to embrace your brilliance.  She also shares strategies to reinvent yourself, build resilience, and continuously explore you gifts. Key G.R.I.T points that you'll learn from this podcast: How to pitch your consulting skills How to own your brilliance and take inventory of your gifts How to evaluate your mindset in 12 specific areas of entrepreneurship About Tamiko Cuellar Tamiko is a Speaker, Author, and International Business Strategist.  Her company, Pursue Your Purpose is a global firm that coaches high-performing purpose driven women executives, managers, and leaders with strategies to successfully transition into entrepreneurship.  She's been featured at live and virtual events in 15+ countries  including the U.S., South Africa, Namibia, Nigeria, England, and Switzerland.   Links mentioned in this episode: PursueYourPurpose.com Books mentioned in this episode: Cultivating an Entrepreneurial Mindset Own your Brilliance - A Woman's Guide to Hiring Herself

What can sports teach us about life and business?   My guest, Angela Lewis played professional basketball in Europe after a stellar collegiate career at St. Louis University (NCAA Division I). She has coached girls at every level and is the author of four books. She is also the founder of the Angela Lewis Virtual Academy, where she coaches and mentors girls on life and basketball utilizing her experiences from over 25 years of playing and coaching.   Angela is the recipient of the Robin Roberts sports communication award, as well as the distinguished young professionals in education and youth empowerment award from the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis.  She is passionate about mentoring girls and teaching them how to become leaders on and off the court in their own lives.  In addition to sharing her journey, Angela talks about three life lessons that she learned from playing sports. Whether you played sports or not, these lessons are vital to your life and business. Links mentioned in this episode: VirtualAcademy - Developing Girls on and off the Court:  https://angelalewisva.com/

How many times have you felt like you were not good enough? Over the last three episodes, Coach Shaquan and I have been talking about the lessons we've learned about business and entrepreneurship. More importantly, we've been sharing what we've learned about ourselves in the process. Today we're talking about how to deal with the inner voice that says we're not good enough.  In this episode, we're providing useful strategies to tackle that inner voice and get unstuck as you move through life and business. My Guest: Coach Shaquan is a Certified Relationship Coach. She is an author and Speaker.  Coach Shaquan is someone who cares very deeply about authentic connections.  Moreover, she teaches people how to  create healthy relationships with themselves and others (Listen to Episode 3 if you want to hear my exclusive conversation with Coach Shaquan on healthy relationships). In this episode, you'll learn more about: How to identify and deal with your inner fears How to stand “on” the past and not “in” the past How to change your mindset and move forward in spite of feeling like your not good enough Link mentioned in this episode: checkyourbs.com com/knowmytribe    

For today's episode, we're talking about the fear of visibility.  When we think about the long list of potential dream killers, this one is near the top. There are so many people, including myself, who stopped short of pursing their goals because they feared judgement.  With systemic problems, unhealed trauma, and personal insecurities, putting yourself out there to dream bigger is a major act of courage.  The good news is you're not alone.  There are plenty of other people who also dare to go higher and need a community of like-minded individuals to help them get through it too.  So today, on episode three of our part series, Coach Shaquan and I will continue the discussion on the lessons we've learned about business.  We'll talk about what we've learned about visibility and exposure.  We'll share what we did well and what we did poorly.  Our hope is to help someone else along this journey.   As for my guest, Coach Shaquan is a Certified Relationship Coach. She is an author and Speaker.  Coach Shaquan is someone who cares very deeply about authentic connections.  Moreover, she teaches people how to  create healthy relationships with themselves and others (Listen to Episode 3 if you want to hear my exclusive conversation with Coach Shaquan on healthy relationships). In this episode, you'll learn more about: The importance of being interested, not just interesting How to deal with perceived or real rejection  How to remain accountable and not lose hope Link mentioned in this episode: www.checkyourbs.com theintelligenceofgrit.com/knowmytribe  

Today's episode is about pivoting with a purpose. Coach Shaquan and I are continuing our conversation about our business journey.  We're talking about the decision to push or pivot and how it has impacted where we are today and how we see ourselves.  From my perspective, you don't necessarily quit or give up, you make a decision to push, or you make a decision to pivot. Both of these decisions are about GRIT. If you're going to push, then you have good reason to stay on the path that you're on. If you're going to pivot, then you have good reason to do something that is smarter, more purpose-filled and towards your destiny. The truth is, we push or pivot all the time as we go through life's journey. The best part about all of it is that we are constantly learning. Here's three important lessons from this episode: How to recalibrate your goals in life by following your inner purpose and passion How to determine if you are seeking a passion project or a business How investing in yourself (education and personal growth) can significantly impact your next steps Link mentioned in this episode: www.checkyourbs.com theintelligenceofgrit.com/knowmytribe

Welcome back to the Intelligence of Grit Podcast!  It's my birthday month!  I'm so grateful to God for all the growth I've experienced along my journey.  To celebrate my gratitude, I'm going to share one of my G.R.I.T stories with you for the entire month of September. As you know, it can be mentally and emotionally overwhelming to start a new venture of any kind. My guest, Coach Shaquan, and I will spill the tea on the lessons and challenges we encountered when we launched a love and relationships blog.  Not only are we sharing our struggles, but we're also talking about key strategies to pursue your calling with Grace, Resilience, Integrity, and Tenacity.  For the first episode in our series, we're discussing the keys to learning what you don't know.  Sometimes not knowing something can be so paralyzing. It can be one of the reasons why you decide to not take a step forward at all. But don't let that stop you. We're going to be giving out some real tips around how to dig into things when you don't yet know what to do. As for my guest, Coach Shaquan is a Certified Relationship Coach. She is an author and Speaker.  Coach Shaquan is someone who cares very deeply about authentic connections.  Moreover, she teaches people how to  create healthy relationships with themselves and others (Listen to Episode 3 if you want to hear my exclusive conversation with Coach Shaquan on healthy relationships). Links mentioned in this episode: www.checkyourbs.com theintelligenceofgrit.com/knowmytribe

Today's podcast topic is different from my usual episodes.  This episode is specifically for parents who are working from home AND have kids at home participating in virtual learning.  I'm sharing some of my concerns and tips to get through this time.   A few things you'll get from this episode are my thoughts on: Creating Community with other parents  Creating space for kids to safely socialize  Keeping your sanity and connecting with others during this time Making the most of this time and using it as an opportunity to learn more about our history I want to hear more about what you're doing too.  I'm  compiling a list of resources to share with my podcast community.  So, send me an email (angel@angelwatkins.com) if you have any great ideas for families, student resources for tutoring, and black history educational resources. If you're feeling generous, I'd appreciate a bottle of wine too :)

If you're experiencing the exhausting effects of prolonged stress, or you feel like you've lost your energy and passion, this episode is for you. Today's podcast episode interview is with Dr. Heather Clark. Dr. Heather Clark, PharmD is a powerful and soulful energy guide, coach, & speaker. She's been connecting people with their purpose and vitality through her work as a Stress & Burnout Expert for over a decade, and is committed to leading individuals to their Unshakable Being. For this episode, Dr. Clark and I talked about stress and burnout. Dr. Clark not only talked about how to identify burnout, but she provided great insights on how to start the process of building an Unshakable foundation to have a life you really want.  In this episode, you'll learn more about: How to get to the root cause that leads to burnout How to begin the process of building your unshakable foundation How to use your core values to make better decisions and have aligned behavior How to tune in and listen to your soul signals Dr. Clark's podcast is titled Unshakable being, find it here: www.unshakablebeing.com If you're interested in working with Dr. Clark, schedule time on her calendar using the below links. www.vibrantagain.com www.realclaritycall.com Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, and iHeartRadio 

About This Episode Today's podcast interview is with my friend Karma Edwards. Karma is an attorney who specializes in family law, domestic relations, criminal defense, civil litigation, and guardian ad litem services.  This episode is about Karma's path to achieving her dream of becoming an attorney. it is about the will to go after your dreams in spite of your circumstances. It is a great example for those of us who have a desire to do act on our inner voices and pursue our purpose. Questions answered in this podcast: How asking for support is a critical part of your journey? How to deal with discomforts in achieving your dream? How to tap into your "why" and core values to help you gain clarity and make decisions? Get in touch with Karma Edwards: Call at 314-924-4900 Email: Karma@KarmaQEdwards.com Link mentioned in this episode: www.karmaqedwards.com

On this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Bernie Frazier. Bernie is an Author, Speaker, and Career strategist. She is candid, transparent, wise, and inspiring. Bernie has coached so many people through the process of discovering their purpose and transitioning into new careers. Today, we are delving into the contents of her book, "Your success is in You". Bernie teaches on what it really means to know that our success starts within us. From sales manager to HR leader to career coach, Bernie talks about her own journey of discovery. She also shares key insights on what she's learned about human behavior and success. Be prepared for a REAL conversation with an authentic expert. Links mentioned in this podcast: www.careercompassllc.com www.yoursuccessisinyou.com Follow Bernie Frazier on Linkedin at:Â https://www.linkedin.com/in/berniefrazier/ Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, and iHeartRadio.

Today's podcast interview is with entpreneuer and inventor, Madeline Jackson. While in retirement, Ms. Madeline created an unique tool to help with the detangling and styling of curly hair. In spite of many obstacles, she decided to refine, protect, and market her new product. Ms. Madeline's story is the essence of grit and inspiration. She lets us know that its never too late to pursue our dreams and make a difference with our God-given talents. In this episode, Ms. Madeline talks to us about: How to get feedback on your product How to handle any feelings of insecurity or inadequacy How to build community and champion a cause related to your product How to keep a positive outlook when challenges arise in your pursuits Links mentioned in this episode: www.NanaComb.com

It takes courage to be honest with yourself about yourself.   Because of the limiting beliefs I had at the time, I took a long hiatus from podcasting.  In this episode, I'm talking about all the things that held me back from pursuing my my dreams. I'm sharing 10 lies that keep ALL of us from moving forward and pursuing our purpose. But, there is one truth that conquers them all!  This one truth is what keeps me going and I'm sharing it with you on this episode.  Get ready to let go every excuse that has ever held you back.  The time is now, let's play big, shall we? Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, and iHeartRadio   

"Everything that I have accomplished, whether it be impressive or not, has been based on my ability not to quit. Every single thing. There's no exception to that rule." -Dr Clarence Lee, Jr. Today's podcast interview is with Dr. Clarence Lee, Jr.  Dr. Lee is a nationally celebrated author, international speaker, and CEO of CMLEEJR Companies LLC, a personal development brand that conducts seminars on high performance and mental conditioning for teams, organizations and students. He is also a center medical director for U.S. Healthworks Medical Group, Inc in Sacramento, CA. This podcast episode captures the essence of "The Intelligence of Grit."   Dr. Lee takes us on a brief journey as he talks about applying to medical school over 500 times, winning in spite of  your circumstances, and his new book titled, "Persist!" Dr. Lee shares his wisdom in 5 key areas of personal development: Dealing with rejection and failure Staying motivated and purposeful Knowing and living by your personal 'Why' Building a business intentionally Making the most of life's lessons and serving others Interested in working with Dr. Lee? Contact Dr. Lee through his website – clarenceleejr.com.  Complete the contact form and you can reach out to him if you're interested in personal coaching or mentorship.  Dr. Lee can also be reached on all social media channels - @cmleejr. Dr.Lee also has a special offer for IOG podcast listeners! Visit http://clarenceleejr.com/grit for some amazing complimentary bonuses.  Dr. Lee has put together an online course (in conjunction with his book) that will empower you to overcome your excuses, create new habits, and develop more grit and perseverance.  

Are you struggling with achieving your 2017 goals?   In this podcast, Kim Burke, author of “The Code to Greatness: A Goal Setting Cycle That Will Help You Achieve Any Goal,” tells us about how to start and finish our goals.  Coach Kim loves to work women who are highly motivated to succeed, yet find themselves stuck in their goal achievement process.  If you've been looking for strategies to move forward with your goals, then this podcast episode is for  you. In this podcast episode, you'll learn: How to get started on your 2017 goals? How to develop a goal achievement mindset? When it is necessary to pivot and choose a different goal? How to stay motivated while pursuing your goals? Lastly, Kim gives us an overview of the CODE: C – Clarity O – Options D – Discipline E – Execution You can contact her at coachkimburke.com, or on all social media platforms - @coachkimburke.   Coach Kim also has a free ebook (available on  her website) on The CODE. Coach Kim is currently facilitating a Goal Getter's Mastermind, which is her four-week virtual growth experience. Within four weeks, you'll learn how to break down the CODE for your goals.  Coach Kim will also help you to create a personal growth plan to carry out and execute your goals. The mastermind is four times a year and enrollment for the next class begins in July 2017. Click here for the full transcript of this podcast.

Self Development is critical to your success.  Period. For today's episode, I'm talking with my friend Steve Livoti about the importance of making self-development a priority on your journey.  Steve is a multiple six-figure earner in the network marketing industry.  His secret sauce to success...focused efforts on self-development for him and his team. Oftentimes, people tend to focus on learning the concepts, tools, and strategies needed to grow their businesses.  Furthermore, people will study others (competitors, customers, and mentors) more than they'll spend the time studying and learning more about themselves.  All of us are likely to spend money and time trying to find the things needed to be successful, only to figure out that the real struggle is within.  We have to be willing to embrace the good, the bad, and the ugly of GROWTH. Three main points that you'll learn in this podcast are: Trust the Process You have unbelievable potential If you're planning to join the network marketing industry, find a product you can get passionate about. Interested in working with Steve? You can find Steve on Facebook and Instagram as Steven Livoti. His Isagenix website is: http://healthtrip.isagenix.com/ Email: stevelivoti11@aol.com

How do you confidently become the leader of your own life?  For Episode 14, I talked with Life and Leadership Coach, Candy Motzek.  In this podcast, Candy Motzek shares with us her road to confidence.  Like most professionals Candy has experienced the challenges that come with developing and growing your career and personal brand.  Candy helps her clients learn how to accomplish their goals with clarity and confidence.  If you've every struggled with keeping your confidence in spite of obstacles, this episode is for you. Three important points that you'll get from this podcast are: • Confidence is like a snowball. You start with a little bit, then you practice a little bit, and then you do it again, and again, and again. • Leadership also means leading your own life.  • There are times when you will be knocked off your feet.  It is important to maintain a “learning mindset” while you get your feet back underneath you. Lastly, you'll hear about what Candy thinks people miss the most when they are out of confidence. Interested in working with Candy? Candy Motzek can be reached via her website at CandyMotzek.com.

  In this podcast episode, I talked with Sheila Sutherland about her journey to personal and professional freedom.  It started as result of her losing everything...literally.  Sheila talked in depth about how she dealt with the loss of her home,  loss of possessions, a career change, and her own personal development. This soul-searching journey is what led Sheila to become a life coach.  Her business (and podcast) is called Re-Ignite your purpose; and she coaches people on how to transition from mundane to meaningful lives. Three gems of wisdom from this episode are: When you are ready, the teacher will appear What you teach as a coach, is essentially what you had to learn yourself Learn t0 practice true gratitude everyday Contact Sheila Sutherland: The easiest way is through her website – reigniteyourpurpose.com.  You may contact her to schedule a complimentary 30 minute discovery call to Re-Ignite your purpose. Also, check out Sheila's podcast  titled  “Re-Ignite Your Purpose” , available on iTunes, and Podbean. Click here for the full transcript of this podcast.   Click here for the full transcript of this podcast.

In this podcast episode, Winnie Caldwell shares with us her journey; particularly how she manages to keep her blog as a constant in her life and how she teaches her son entrepreneurship. We also discussed the biggest misconceptions about the blogging business, and the most important things to remember – not just as your journey begins, but also what it takes to remain in the game, in spite of the obstacles you're sure to face.  Winnie also gives the background story of how Books and Bros got started, which is a book club for black boys by black boys. Winnie gives three important tips to demanding your space in the current social media market: Take it seriously!  If you don't, no one else will…so be consistent, invest in yourself, and learn how to let go of people that don't see the importance of your work.  This is huge for your health, your business, and your bottom line. Involve others in what you're doing, especially your kids!  You never know who you can touch or motivate, and once they see the importance to you, their level of respect for what you do increases. Find and pursue your passion!  Think about what it is that you enjoy doing: what is that thing you don't mind waking up early and staying out late for?  What platform are you most looking forward to the opportunity to present yourself on?  Treat yourself and your business as if you're already there.  Demand the space you expect your business to hold. Contact Winnie: TheWirehangerbyWinnie.com

“A game changer is someone who is willing to step up to the plate and do what other people aren't willing to do, say what other people are willing to say, and be what other people aren't willing to be.”   For this episode, I am interviewing Lethia Owens.  Lethia is a branding and market domination strategist. She is the owner of Game Changers International which is an international consulting firm that helps organizations and individuals become game changers and WIN in both business and life.   Amongst other accomplishments, she has been ranked number 8 amongst the Top 30 Brand Gurus in the World.   In this podcast episode, Lethia and I talked about the Intelligence of GRIT, dealing with naysayers, and her life's journey of becoming a game changer!     In addition to teaching the four pillars of becoming a market domination expert, Lethia shares tips on how to change your mindset: Be very mindful of what you put in your mind Be very mindful of who you listen to Have a heart and desire for mastery Lethia has been a friend and mentor to me in business.  I know this episode will bless others, because it blessed me.  Enjoy and Learn! Contact information for Lethia Owens: 800-670-0712 GameChangersInt.com  

What does it mean to be well-healed? The benefits of grit and perseverance are undeniable.  But, what does it mean when we find ourselves trying to outperform our pain?  This episode is about the unhealthy side of grit.  The side where people tend to push themselves harder in order to avoid how they really feel. In this podcast episode, Heidi Day shares her personal journey of moving from trauma to positive transformation.   Heidi utilizes her skills, training, and  personal experiences to help women seek healing from the inside out, so they can honestly feel as good as they look.  Listen, share, and take action!  This may be you, or someone your love. Questions answered in this podcast: What are the characteristics of a woman who is trying to outperform her pain? What does it mean to transform from well-heeled to well-healed? What are the first steps towards becoming well-healed? Three important points that you'll get from this podcast are: Abuse does not have a zip code You simply cannot be all things to all people at all times Look pass your achievements and into your life Contact Information: HeidiDay.net Facebook: Heidi Day

Learn how to develop a millionaire mindset and be successful in business!  So much of what we accomplish starts with our beliefs and thoughts.  In this podcast episode, my guest, Lenika Scott shares her journey of building a multi-million dollar home-based business.  Lenika Scott is an Author, Speaker, and Coach who helps people tap into their full potential in the home based business industry. During our conversation, she talked specifically about four faith-based principles she lives by to be successful in business and life.  What I particularly enjoyed about this episode was Lenika's  perspective on unforgiveness.   As discussed on the podcast, the inability to forgive can directly impact your bottom line.  Listen to this episode to hear the rest of Lenika's business success secrets and her journey to becoming “The Millionaire Mom”.  Other key points you'll get from this podcast are: No matter how successful we are, it is necessary to be humble and treat people the way that you want to be treated. God gives us the ability to be resilient and continue moving forward. Believing in yourself is key! Success not only starts with you, but also ends with you. Interested in working with Lenika?  Connect on her Facebook page or website. https://www.facebook.com/LenikaScottBiz/ http://www.lenikascott.com    

Do you have a healthy relationship with yourself? For today's podcast, Coach Shaquan is talking to us about building a healthy relationship with yourself. Coach Shaquan is a certified relationship coach and transformational speaker and writer. She works with men and women who are emotionally drained and mentally cut from themselves and teach them how to use self-awareness strategies and mindset tools to switch from stressed to sustainable solutions. She believes that there is great value in building a healthy relationship with yourself in order to build healthy relationships with others, whether professional, social, or intimate. We introduce to you the concept of DCAL and how you connect with other people. DCAL stands for: D – which is for self-discipline, that covers your spiritual beam. C – which is for control, and your self-control is your emotional beam. A - is for self awareness, which is your mental beam. L – is for self-love, which is your physical beam. Coach Shaquan also talked about what it means to have a healthy relationship with yourself. She also gave us insights on being aware of how you talk to yourself, why you need to be conscious of your self-talk and how to improve it. Lastly, she shared about why living the truth of who she is has been an amazing journey and how you should not be afraid of exposing your true self to the world. To get in touch with Coach Shaquan, you can follow her on social media - @coachshaquan – Instagram, facebook, periscope, linkedin. You can also find out more about her on coachshaquan.com. If you are married or in a committed relationship, or even considering getting married, she has a wonderful free quiz on her website, called the marriage mindset quiz. The quiz helps you know what your mid thinks about marriage. She invites you to take it on – coachshaquan.com/mindsetquiz.

Do you have a personal mission you would like to monetize?    For today's podcast, I interviewed Naretha Hopson.  She is the founder and executive director of the Ever Appropriate Etiquette Institute.  Naretha shares that Ever Appropriate Etiquette Institute is a character and leadership development program and company. They empower youth and adults through soft skills development. They teach on topics such as dining etiquette, business etiquette, impression management, the art of networking, personal and professional branding.  Her coaching includes social media, etiquette, and interview skills. All necessary elements to present your best self to the world. Their tagline is, “Where your personality shines, we have polish”. Naretha and I talked about how she got started and what she had to do to keep going.  Three key gems for you to learn in this podcast are:   1) You have to give back first 2) You have to have radical belief 3) You have to be consistent   Additionally, Naretha provided some key strategies on how to grow your network when you are first starting out in your business.  She also teaches us what must happen when we are in the process of setting our prices.  Naretha also provides us with 4 key questions to ask ourselves on how we're showing up in our business lives.  Lastly, you'll learn 3 effective tips to maintaining self-care while moving through your journey.  I especially enjoyed Naretha's humble heart and her desire to connect people.  She learned how to serve early in her journey and she is still in pursuit of helping others.  Books mentioned in this podcast: The Bible The Go-Giver Never Eat Alone The Secret (Audio) The Big Leap Ever Appropriate Etiquette, 5 Steps to the Professional Presence that Pays #Admitted (admittedguide.com)

 I created this podcast  – The Intelligence of G.R.I.T –  because everyone struggles with some aspect of Growth, Resilience, Integrity, and Tenacity while learning to live authentically.  True implementation of any plan starts with believing you can, not just having the right tools and strategies.  In this episode, I share why I created this podcast and what I've learned on this journey.  The Intelligence of G.R.I.T is about pushing forward, seeking self-awareness, knowing when to pivot, forgiveness, and choosing wisely. A house cannot be built on a weak foundation and neither can your dreams.  Stepping out, letting go and pushing beyond your comfort is scary.  Be courageous! Join me on the journey.  Let's play big, shall we?