There She Mentors

God given gifts are meant to be used to love and better others, and Ansleigh has been very successful at doing just that. A classically trained dancer, Ansleigh Williams began her own dance studio while she was still in high school. Today, she shares with us the challenges of owning her own studio as well as the endless and priceless rewards.

It can be difficult to take a new step in a totally different direction in order to start a new chapter in life. I've just experienced this, and while I was apprehensive, my gut told me to take a leap of faith. Sometimes, this is what you have to do to go after the life you want. Take a listen for some motivation to just go for it!

I have another business focused episode for you today!  Have you ever wanted to launch your own business but didn't know where to start? There are so many companies that are already in existence that allow you to start your own business from home in next to no time with very little investment. Enter Beautycounter, the leaders in clean beauty. I have been a consultant for this company for two years now, and today, I sit down with my team leader and amazing Beautycounter consultant, Claudia Minde. We discuss everything from what Beautycounter is and our favorite products to the company's mission and business opportunity. 

You never work a day in your life if you work with something you love, and Anna Grace has quite literally turned her passion into a small business. An art major at Georgia Southern University, AG has created a business with beautiful hand made merchandise, and she has some great advice to encourage you to "just go for it."

Ali Harpe is a friend, former dancer, and amazing photographer. This episode kicks of a series focusing on building your own business and pursuing a career that you truly love. While Ali didn't study photography in college, she wasn't afraid to chase after her dream career. Today we chat about her journey through college and starting her own business, some at home photography tips, and how to persevere through and best and worst seasons of life.

Allison Tyner is a dear friend of mine and a graduate student at the University of Georgia. As a future Special Education teacher, Allison has a heart for those with special needs and brings a unique perspective. If you have ever considered pursing Special Education as a career or have a passion for those with special needs, be sure to listen to today's episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Alyssa Beasley is a Forever Miss Georgia and the reigning Miss Georgia USA. An incredible woman of faith, Alyssa and I discuss her passion for dance, platform and mentoring work, and incredible experiences while holding two state titles. Most importantly, Alyssa is passionate about living with conviction and compassion, and today's conversation is one that will inspire you to use your voice and serve others with your gifts.

CALLING ALL DANCERS! On today's episode, I sat down with a professional dancer from Savannah, GA. Johanna Piper just finished her first job as a professional dancer this past December - as a Radio City Rockette! If that isn't the most amazing "first job" I don't know what is. Be sure to listen to our chat where Johanna talks all about the hard work it takes to become a professional dancer and a typical "day in the life." You'll be inspired to get in the studio and WORK.

Being a female in engineering is so rewarding, but it's not all sunshine and rainbows. Today, my best friend and fellow female in engineering sits down with me to discuss the good, the bad, and the challenging (yet amazing) aspects of being in a male dominated field. Things get real today, guys!

Alyssa is a Middle Grades Education major at Georgia Southern University, and she is (of course!) a Southern Ambassador. We discuss her experience as an education major so far, the challenges that it presents as well as the rewards, and balancing a busy lifestyle of work, school, and her side hustle! She is such an amazing woman of faith and a source of encouragement to those around her. What an inspiration!

Ya'll - I love coffee! Seriously, I cannot get enough. When I first seriously took a look at my health several years ago, it was clear that my coffee routine needed some work. Today I share with you a few tricks I have discovered to clean and healthy yet delicious coffee.

It's no question that I love Georgia Southern University. I owe a lot to my campus - some of my best memories, life long friends, TWO degrees, and a my sweet fiance. This is a short episode answering some of your questions about Georgia Southern. HAIL SOUTHERN, and NO place else.

When life gets extremely busy, it can be easy to get stuck in a rut, especially when it comes to your nutrition. I am "resetting" this week since my normal routine is resurfacing with the conclusion of the semester. The first step of a reset is to be PREPARED, and to me, that means meal prep! Today I discuss several approaches I have tried when it comes to my nutrition that have led me to my ultimate decision of the strategy that is right for me. I'll bring you along the journey with me for the next few week!

My future sis-in-law is on the podcast today to talk all things agriculture. Wellsley is graduating this week with her Ag Business degree from ABAC, and for anyone interested in agriculture, she has you covered. We talk about her major, internships, things she has learned through her life about agriculture, and how to navigate this major as a woman.

Week 2 is here! Today's solo episode is about my personal platform and some things you should remember when developing yours. My platform of mentoring isn't too much of a surprise, right? In this episode, I dive into all the twist and turns in my journey that led me to my current platform, why I am so passionate about mentoring, and a few things you should remember when developing your personal platform or social impact initiative.

I am back to bring you another episode in the Major Exploration series. For anyone who loves to talk and advocate for a cause, this is for YOU! Emilee and Harvey are best friends, Public Relations majors, and my fellow Southern Ambassadors. These two truly have a servants heart, and ya'll will love this conversation about their majors, serving their community, and the multitude of opportunities they have had at Georgia Southern.

We are 90 days away from the 2020 Miss Georgia Competition, and to celebrate, today kicks off a new series called "Ninety Days to the Miss Georgia Stage." (Hey, I kept the name simple. Can you blame me?) This week, I am discussing a few strategies to keep in mind when creating your paperwork.

Never have I been as interested in words since I have been inundated with STEM content as I am now that I have had this chat with my friend Hannah Conway. Ya'll - this girl is brilliant. Hannah is a writing and linguistics major at Georgia Southern University and my soon to be Miss Georgia roomie. If you have ever had an interest in writing, english, or literature, make sure you take a listen! Hannah dives deep into some specific details regarding what writing and linguistics is as a major, the multitude of career options after graduating with this degree, and how writing and linguistics plays a role in various areas of life. 

Everyone seems to be able to use some laughter these days, so I asked the funniest guy I know to make an appearance on the podcast - my brother. Just for fun, we answered some questions about each other and the answers ranged from funny stories to a few sweet moments. Thankfully, Landon's girlfriend, Savannah, served as our interviewer and mediator. Without someone to keep the conversation going, we would still be chatting. Talking runs in the family. Enjoy!

My life long best friend is on the podcast today, ya'll! Will is a recent UGA grad who is killing it in his career. We talk all things sports media, travel, and advice for the soon to be college student who doesn't have everything figured out. If you have ANY interest in sports, media, or traveling,  this is an episode you do not want to miss.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode features Joanna Pangburn, a graduate from Georgia Southern University and masters student at Tulane University, as she discusses her undergraduate experience studying Economics and the transition to graduate school. Jo offers some great advice for high school graduates and college grads who are looking towards furthering their higher education as well as insight into the fields of economics, finance, and public health.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Enneagram is a personality test that can be incredibly useful when it comes to interview, self development, and even understanding others. In this episode, Sarah chats with her friend Robin, an Enneagram “enthusiast”, as they discuss their enneagram numbers and the impact it has had in Robin's life and in how she views others.  FIND YOUR ENNEAGRAM NUMBER HERE: https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test.  ENNEAGRAM RESOURCES: The Road Back to You (Podcast & Book) & That Sounds Fun with Annie Downs (Podcast) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Interested in competing in a pageant, but not sure where to start? Sarah answer questions from her Instagram followers to give you a little more insight into the preparation involved in competing and common pageant concerns. 

This episode features Hannah Smith, an Interior Design student at Georgia Southern University, as she discusses her experiences, opportunities, and growth as an Interior Design major.

Have you ever seen one of Vogue's 72 question celebrity interviews?  That was the plan for today, but Sarah's fiance, Grantson, decided to mix things up a bit. In this episode, Sarah takes on the challenge of answering 21 questions to help you get a better picture of her every day life, and you'll even get a few hidden interview tips along the way. 

Listen in to learn a little more about Sarah and the motivation for the There She Mentors podcast.