Uncorked with Natalie Dean

We're kicking off season three of the podcast by talking to Hakemia Jamison Jackson, the owner of Divinely Powered, LLC, a full-service leadership coaching and development firm. Meet a woman who has unashamedly used her spiritual and professional gifts to help clients develop leadership skills through empowerment, self-discovery, accountability and results. To connect with Hakemia, visit divinelypowered.com or @divinelypoweredllc on Facebook. For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc.,visit www.foreverywhine.org. Relax Relate Retreat Sponsors: Rootedwoman.com / @rootedwoman Messinabottle.com / @messinabottle Invinciblesummerllc.com Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

Natalie and Courtney discuss investing 101, a formula for saving and the personal experiences that led her to a passion for financial freedom. Courtney, affectionately known as The Ivy Investor, shares her top five do's and don'ts for managing money successfully. For more ways to make your money make sense, visit www.linktr.ee/theivyinvestor. For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc.,visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

Natalie and Courage discuss the personal experiences that led her to writing the book Power Principles: Courageous Living and the advice she has to share with other women on surviving depression. For more power principles, connect with Courage through her website www.couragemolina.com or her Instagram page @couragemolina. For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc.,visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

We’re back with guest, Rita Obi, a public health professional, social entrepreneur, international career strategist, and the Founder of Corporate Black Girl 101, LLC. In part two of this two-part series, Rita shares her tips for meeting and setting expectations in the workplace, advocating for work/life balance and what to know when negotiating a raise or promotion. For more tips on how to secure the bag, connect with Rita at her website www.corportateblackgirl101.com or her Instagram page @corporateblackgirl101. For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc.,visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

Our guest, Rita Obi, is a public health professional, social entrepreneur, international career strategist, and the Founder of Corporate Black Girl 101, LLC. Through her international professional development digital platform, she helps black women in the United States and West Africa land dream jobs and negotiate higher salaries. In part one of this two-part series, Rita gives us her top professional tips (of which she learned through real-life application), like the best time of day (and year) to apply, and some very important do's and don'ts for landing your next great opportunity. To connect with Rita, visit her site www.corportateblackgirl101.com or her instagram page @corporateblackgirl101. For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc.,visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

Dr. Dira D. Harris is an educator, public speaker, and author of The Role of I in Commitment. Her unique background and life experiences make her literature both mature and yet still relatable. In this episode, we uncover the truth about life, love, marriage, motherhood, the ebbs and flows in relationships and forgiveness. To learn more about Dira and to purchase her book, visit iamdiraharris.com or @iamdiraharris on social media. For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

I had such amazing experience chatting with Bmore Lifestyle TV hosts Chardelle Moore & Christina Denny about creating and maintaining healthy friendships with women, that we ran out of time! So, I wanted to share all my tips on this special "Sip on This" segment of Uncorked. Don't forget, I'm available as a guest speaker or panelist at your next women's conference or event. For more information, visit foreverywhine.org. Music by: Audiobinger

Happy New Year! We're kicking off 2019 with the return of the Natural Networker, Jateya Jones. This time, we're discussing the importance of goal setting, what makes a good goal and how to measure progress and success. Before you sit down to create your vision board or finalize your goals for the year, be sure to tune in for these important tips! To get your free download of Start With A Bang, head over to Jateya's IG page (www.instagram.com/naturalnetworker) and click the link in the bio. The worksheet will help you break your goal down into easily digestible, bite-sized nuggets! For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

Do you sometimes feel like a fraud, a poser, or a wannabe? Are you terrified of being found out? You may be one of the many women who deal with Imposter Syndrome. Dr. Kelly Moore, Psy.D. discusses this phenomenon and her tips for engaging with our self-doubt and behaviors of self-sabotage. Follow Dr. Kelly on Twitter @drkellyoncall. For more information on Whine& Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

We're back with another episode of Uncorked featuring new author Brandi J-E McAlister! Brandi, a New Jersey native through and through, gets real with us about life's struggles and successes and how her spirituality has grounded her through it all. Purchase her 30-day devotional, Real Talk: A Conversation From My Heart to Yours at praytheimpossible.com. For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

I am so proud of this episode because it features one of our amazing Whine & Cheese members, Muffy Mendoza. Muffy is the posterchild for #blackgirlmagic. She is an author, podcast host, playwright, founder of Pittsburgh Brown Mamas, wife, and mother to three boys that she homeschools. Through it all, she has found a way to stay centered. She is truly inspiring and has shared some of her tried-and-true tips with us! To learn more about Muffy and all that she has to offer, visit brownmamas.com and muffymendoza.com. For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

And we're back with an all-new episode of Uncorked! After a summer hiatus, I am so excited to introduce the first male guest to the Whine & Cheese family -- my pastor, Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley of Alfred Street Baptist Church. Pastor and I discuss points from his keynote, The Strength in Transparency, where he gives insight on the strength required to be transparent and a road map for navigating when, how and with whom to be open and authentic. To learn more about Pastor Wesley, visit http://www.alfredstreet.org/leaders/about-pastor-wesley/. Better yet, come visit Alfred Street, in Alexandria, VA, for a unique worship experience at any one of our four services. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

We're back with the Natural Networker Jateya Jones in this latest episode! We're discussing networking tips specifically with introverts in mind! Are you trying to build new connections, but are currently playing for team #nonewfriends? Jateya breaks down why you may want to be open to getting to know new friends instead. Additionally, she gives some great advice on everything from how to get over anxiety, what conversation starters make for genuine dialogue and a timeline for following up post your first introduction. So many gems are within and for more information, visit Jateya at www.naturalnetworker.org or on social media @naturalnetworker. For more information about Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

In this episode, business strategist and coach Titilayo Tinubu Ali discusses how women can own their expertise by dispelling the myths of entrepreneurship and sharing tips and tricks for taking the leap. For more information, and to take the Entrepreneur Archetype Assessment, visit www.OwnYourExpertise.co. For information about Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

In this episode, author Jasmine Cooper previews her autobiography, “Puzzled, Piecing My Life Back Together," and shares advice on how she bounced back from brokenness. For more information about Jasmine and to purchase her book, visit www. jasminencooper.com. To connect with her on social media, visit @strictlybusinez. For more information about Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

As a young newlywed in 2011, Shanae Johnson created an outlet where wives could support and encourage each other while talking about their marriages. In just seven years, Wife Diaries, LLC is a safe space for wives to discuss the trials and triumphs of marriage. In this episode, Shanae busts some myths while sharing her truth about marriage, motherhood and more! To connect with Shanae, visit www.wifediaries.com For more information about Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

We're back again with our resident counselor Montina Myers-Galloway, M. Ed, LPCA, NCC, to talk about all-thing therapy. In part two, we talk about whether therapy has a place in areas of work, finance and spirituality. Additionally, we discuss having a realistic expectation of what therapy can do. To connect with Montina, visit www.myersgallowaycounseling.com. For more information about Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

In this brief episode, I give you some tips to sip on regarding finding your purpose. I have so much more to share on this topic. Are you looking for a speaker for your next conference, seminar, panel or retreat? Visit foreverywhine.org/natalie-dean Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

In this episode, we sit down with Montina Myers-Galloway, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and a National Certified Counselor based in Charlotte, NC. In part one of this two-part #uncorkedconvo, Montina pops the corks on the importance of sister circles like Whine & Cheese, signs for when it's time to consult a therapist and what to expect during a therapy session. Host Natalie Dean shares her personal experience with therapy as well. To connect with Montina, visit www.myersgallowaycounseling.com. For more information about Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org. Music: Rise & Shine by Audiobinger

We're back with another episode of Uncorked! Just in time for Women's History Month, we're popping the cork with none other than Janaye Ingram, one of the co-founders of the historic Women's March. As we discuss establishing and maintaining supportive friendship among women, we cover everything from beauty pageants to political activism. For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org.

Did you know our bodies have built-in ways of helping us navigate life? It's amazing! Joining us for this #uncorkedconvo is License Clinical Psychologist Dr. Megan Gerbracht. Tune in as she tells us all about how stress is actually a good thing and how shifting our perspective about stress can be a life saver. For Kelly McGonigal's TED Talk on How to Make Stress Your Friend, click here: http://bit.ly/1iXdVlz For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org.

We're back with part two! Blogger and Success Coach Veronica Mobley shares how our purpose transcends our marital status. She also shares the practices she uses as a successfully single woman. Get ready to change your mind and life in seven days! For details on the Esther Cleanse, visit www.broccoliofdating.com/esther-cleanse/ For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org

Contrary to social media posts, in real life, there are no filters and no denying the reality we are faced with daily. In this episode, Veronica Mobley shares her filterless truth. As a success coach, who has suffered with chronic fatigue and depression, she uses her struggles to provide authenticity with hope, and strategies that are evidenced based. In her blog, The Broccoli of Dating, she details her journey of being thirty-something, single and saving sex until marriage. www.broccoliofdating.com For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org.

It has often been said that whatever doesn’t kill us makes us stronger. If that is true, Christina Johnson has superhuman strength. A teen mom, divorcee of rapper/singer CeeLo (formerly of NBC’s The Voice), and living with an autoimmune disorder, Christina has beat all odds. In this episode, Christina and I discuss how, despite years of setbacks and battles, she’s been able to remain positive on purpose. Join her circle at www.christinasjohnson.com. For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org.

Wilma Brockington-Parker stops by to pop the cork on personal and professional development. Struggling to balance work and life? Need tips on how to negotiate a salary or promotion? Have dreams of pursuing a passion project? Tune in because this episode is for you! Wilma Brockington-Parker is the CEO of My Workplace Coach, LLC, a human resources, coaching, and consulting firm, a certified executive and professional coach and a certified senior professional in human resources. She has extensive experience in training/development, program management, and employee communications from her leadership roles at a Fortune 500 company and non-profit organizations. As a graduate of the University of Texas at Dallas’ Executive and Professional Coaching Program and a member of the International Coach Federation, Brockington-Parker has coached executives and others to help them develop strategies and actions for realizing success. She also earned a M.S. in Human Resources and a MBA from the University of Maryland University College. Additionally, she serves on the Board of Directors for several non-profit organizations including All Shades of Pink (breast cancer awareness/support) and New Pathways, Inc. (post-foster care transitioning) and is also an active member with the International Coach Federation – Maryland Chapter (communications committee). https://www.linkedin.com/company/10947053/ For more information on Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org.

Mamas and caregivers, this one's for you! During our May 2017 Uncorked conversation, Dr. Kelly Moore, a married mother of three, shared advice on maintaining a stable mind while creating a stable home. For more information about Whine & Cheese, Inc., visit www.foreverywhine.org.

In this episode, originally recorded in April 2017, Licensed Professional Counselor Charmaine Simmons gives advice on how to let go of people, things and habits to make room from what the new season will bring. For more information about Whine & Cheese, Inc. visit www.foreverywhine.org.

Our brand is our most prized possession. In this episode, Kimberly S. Reed shares how to build and maintain a personal brand. For more information about Whine & Cheese, Inc. visit www.foreverywhine.org.

Our sister-friend Nicole Clark popped the cork on the importance of self-love. Tune in for recipes and rituals to help any woman refresh and reset. For more information about Whine & Cheese, Inc. visit www.foreverywhine.org.