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Today we have a special guest who has been an athlete since she was 6 years old. She was once a competitive cheerleader and in just one short year became an IFBB bikini professional. Aimee Velasquez is currently a full time posing coach and a stay at home mother to her beautiful 3-year-old daughter. And did I mention she won the overall at USA as a natural athlete? Do you wonder how she turned pro in just one short year? Aimee's telling us all about her experiences at national shows, the importance of practicing posing, and her next steps. Get ready to be inspired by her story and her journey to the pro league.   Here's what you'll hear: [5:00] - Bikini Hack [12:30] - How Aimee got started with competing [16:00] - Differences between body building and cheer [19:00] - Turning pro so fast [21:30] - Not functioning after competing [29:30] - Changes with a new coach [32:00] - Revving up metabolism [34:30] - Going into nationals [38:00] - Getting 5th place [39:00] - Going right into the next national show [42:30] - What it was like to win [45:00] - Why Aimee became a posing coach [47:00] - Benefits for competitors [50:30} - What Aimee is currently working on [52:00] - Changes for the next show [53:00] - Goals moving forward [55:30] - Dear Diary   Follow Aimee on IG @fitnessbyaims or @toplevelposing   ----->NEW! Are you ready for the Tan Yourself Blueprint Course?! It's here! https://vibe-athletics.mykajabi.com/offers/j2Yfzn5z/checkout    ---->NEW! And don't forget about the Bikini Diaries Posing Academy! Head here for access!: https://vibe-athletics.mykajabi.com/offers/rtFcPFDL/checkout   ---MINDSET-BASED PREP & LIFESTYLE COACHING--- The Stage-Ready Blueprint Apply (https://calendly.com/naiymafit/discovery-call)   ---THE BIKINI STOP SHOP--- Merchandise on all things bikini! Grab your Bikini Diaries Honorary Tee to support the podcast! Head HERE (https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyBikiniStop)   ---BIKINI DIARIES FACEBOOK GROUP--- Join the Bikini Diaries Facebook Group Bikini Diaries (https://www.facebook.com/groups/464593417509682/)   ---ANGEL COMPETITION BIKINIS--- Use the code Bikinidiaries for 10% off your purchase at Angel Competition Bikinis (https://angelcompetitionbikinis.com/) Don't forget to order your free sample kit HERE!!! (https://angelcompetitionbikinis.com/pages/free)   ---PRO TAN--- The highest quality competition tanning product!

Today is a great day for all of you Corporate Moms who struggle with burnout, Mom guilt, and taking time for you.  Coach Aimee Greczmiel and I had a great conversation on putting you back on your priority list, letting go of Mom guilt and so much more. I have been hearing so much about “burnout” and it is something that is preventable and it’s up to YOU to take back your life and design it.  I know that can seem challenging; I get it.  As a former Corp Mom who had littles, a giant commute with a ton of responsibility at work and home, plus going back to school to certify as a coach and trainer back in the late 90s early 2000’s I still remember it well.  I remember struggling to find the balance (and you all know I don’t believe in balance, shout out to harmony), and something had to give.  Well, often it was ME who was not giving to me.  Talk about burnout on steroids.  I look back and wish we had someone who was talking about support for Corporate Moms at the time.  Sure, we had brown bag lunches (did I just date myself) that was “talking” about work/life balance and dealing with stress, and that was great but there was no follow-up or support.  Enter in coaches, let’s all take a deep breath in of support and focusing in on you. You are worth it.   Want to expand your contribution in your life? LIFt registration has opened up again, let’s take the lead together! www.kellyjmobeck.com/LIFt   To connect with Aimee Greczmiel http://www.corporatemomcoach.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/corporatemommindset Book a FREE Self-Care Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/aimeegreczmiel/30min       Here are the highlights from this episode: {5:17} Introduction to Aimee {6:15} How Aimee started out life coaching working mothers {8:09} Real-life wins of working mothers {11:53} How guilt can be a way that we avoid or cope {12:17} Tools for helping mothers cope with guilt {14:41} The importance of self-care for busy working mothers {18:51} How to get the free resource from Aimee to help you as a busy working mother {19:33} The importance of reconnecting with ourselves   To connect with Coach Kelly and for more resources please visit www.kellyjmobeck.com  follow on Instagram @coach_kellymobeck. You can also email us at Kelly@KellyJMobeck.com  let us know any questions you in life you have, and what you would love to hear more about, we are happy to help and will take these on in future episodes.

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal talks to Dr. Aimee Leibowitz about her birth story, and all things pacifier, teething, tongue tie, and early oral health habits. Dr. Leibowitz is a board certified pediatric dentist and a mom to 3 1/2 year old son, Pierce, and 8 month old twins, Penn and Perry. Aimee and her husband fell in love at Columbia University and own ​Oceans Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry in Westfield, New Jersey. Topics covered in this episode:The stance on pacifiers and thumb-suckingWhat is tongue tie?How can you tell your baby is teething?Aimee's favorite products for oral health What age should parents start looking for a pediatric dentist?What should parents look for in a pediatric dentist?What does a first visit to the dentist look like?How Aimee eases a young patient’s fearsHow Aimee balances motherhood and owning her own practiceWhat it's like working with her husbandConnect with Dr. Aimee Leibowitz:Instagram: @oceanswestfieldWebsite: www.oceanswestfield.comTikTok: @oceanswestfieldConnect with Lina:Instagram: @linaforrestalBlog: www.linaforrestal.comPodcast Instagram: @newmamaspodcastArtwork Credit: Gabi's Media

Aimee Raupp, MS, LAc, is a renowned women’s health & fertility expert, celebrity acupuncturist & coach, and the best- selling author of the books Chill Out & Get Healthy, Yes, You Can Get Pregnant, and Body Belief. Aimee works virtually with clients all over the world, as well she is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in private practice in New York and Connecticut. Aimee holds a Master of Science degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and a Bachelor’s degree in biology from Rutgers University. She is also the founder of the Aimee Raupp Beauty line of hand-crafted, organic skincare products that are optimized for hormone harmony. Aimee is also the Head of Chinese Medicine at The Well in NYC and is a frequent speaker at women’s health & wellness conferences across the nation. In today’s episode we talk about autoimmunity and the negative impact it can have on fertility. Today’s episode is sponsored by the Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE 8 week group coaching program!  We start on January 12th! Will you be joining us?Click here to register now! Topics discussed in today's episode: How Aimee came to writing her most recent book Body Belief Aimee’s career background and what brought her to research autoimmune diseases and fertility What is autoimmunity and what its related to Connection between endometriosis and autoimmunity Connection between PCOS, Diabetes, Crohn’s, Premature Ovarian Failure and autoimmunity The correlation between diabetes and level of toxicity in your body and how it relates to autoimmunity How autoimmunity links to fertility Aimee’s suggestion to support optimal immune functioning Inflammation and its impact on your egg quality Aimee’s thoughts on the thyroid and the autoimmune component Different paradigms on healthcare Connect with Aimee Raupp: You can connect with Aimee on Facebook, Instagram and on her website. Resources mentioned: Chill Out & Get Healthy Yes, You Can Get Pregnant Body Belief The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility (Book) | Lisa Hendrickson-Jack Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook Fertility Awareness Mastery Online Self-Study Program Related podcasts & blog posts: FFP 302 | Dirty Genes | MTHFR, Folic Acid, and Your Fertility | Dr. Ben Lynch, ND FFP 286 | Surviving Infertility | Sheridan Voysey FFP 277 | The Top 4 Reasons Why You’re Not Conceiving | Lisa | Fertility Friday FFP 259 | Thyroid, Adrenals, and Fertility | Dr. Aviva Romm, MD [On-Air Client Session] FFP 234 | Thyroid Health and Your Charts | Lisa & Taq FFP 189 | Lyme Disease & Fertility | Robin Shirley FFP 164 | Thyroid Health and Fertility | Erika Enos [On-Air Client Session] FFP 131 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Managing Hashimoto’s Naturally | Going Gluten Free | Kelly & Lisa FFP 124 | Thyroid Health & Fertility, Why the TSH Test Isn’t Enough | Iodine & Thyroid Function | Wilson’s Temperature Syndrome | Dr. David Brownstein, MD | Dr. Denis Wilson, MD FFP 116 | Stop The Thyroid Madness | Going Beyond Synthroid & Getting to the Root Cause of Thyroid Disorders | Why the TSH Test Isn’t Enough | What to do when your Doctor Won’t Cooperate | Janie Bowthorpe, M. Ed. FFP 111 | 8 Steps to Reverse Your PCOS | Inflammation, Gut Health, Thyroid Disorders & PCOS | Infertility | Autoimmunity | Dr. Fiona McCulloch, ND FFP 045 | Autoimmune Disease and Fertility | Thyroid Health | MTHFR Gene Mutation | Dr. Fiona McCulloch FFP 046 | Healing Your Thyroid Naturally with Nutrient Rich Foods | Thyroid Health and Fertility | Andrea Beaman FFP 041 | Thyroid Health and Fertility | Dr. Maureen Rozenn FFP 017 | Natural Treatment for Unexplained Infertility | Treating Endometriosis and Fibroids | Dr Shawna Darou, ND Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsors: Fertility Awareness Mastery Live: Postpartum Edition This episode is sponsored by the upcoming Postpartum Edition of Fertility Awareness Mastery LIVE! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now! The Fertility Awareness Charting Workbook This episode is sponsored by my new book the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting. Click here to buy now.

This episode was sooo special! I brought my soft-spoken boss babe onto my show to ask her about her fitness lifestyle. We got to know her and got into entrepreneurship. Listen to hear us talk about:1. The basics! Who is Aimee? + her nationality, age, relationship status & more2. How Aimee stays motivated/inspired!3. Veganism & 3 day juice detoxes4. Breaking plateaus and maintaining a healthy lifestyle 5. Monat6. Entrepreneurship7. Top books that will change your life8. Marijuana and fitness9. Influencer Life & Dealing with negativity10. NEED to know information for growing on IG& more!!!

CTW S2E2 Eat, Darling, Eat with Aimee Lee Ball   Aimee Lee Ball is the Co-Founder of Eat, Darling, Eat - a website that celebrates the mother-daughter relationship through a collection of original stories and recipes. She is the author of multiple books, including No Time to Die, Cybill Disobedience, and Changing the Rules. Aimee has penned countless articles for several national publications, including The New York Times, Travel & Leisure, GQ, Vogue, and Oprah Magazine.   Aimee joins me today to discuss the relationship between mothers and daughters and why this relationship is often one of the most significant in a young woman’s life. We discuss how mothers and daughters create lasting memories and develop strong bonds while preparing meals for the family. We discuss the inspiration behind the Eat, Darling, Eat website and how her own mother influenced her inspiration. We also discuss how daughters often become the ‘light’ for our aging mothers and how it impacts our own aging process.       “Food really is such an interesting parable for the mother-daughter relationship.” - Aimee Lee Ball       This week on Coffee Table Wisdom:   How mothers continue to influence and inform their daughter’s lives - even after death Using food and cooking as a vehicle to create memories and bonds How Aimee learned about the similarities and differences between herself and her mother while watching her mother prepare meals The inspiration behind the Eat, Darling, Eat website The connection between food and our own personal stories, history, and culture Becoming a ‘light’ for our aging mothers as well as for our own aging process     Connect with Aimee Lee Ball:   Eat, Darling, Eat         Join the Revolution!   Thanks for tuning into the Coffee Table Wisdom podcast - the show that enlightens your body, mind, and spirit through ideas and musings from the worlds of health, psychology, spirituality, and art. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.   Join the Revolution in Positive Aging by sharing your favorite episodes on social media. Don’t forget to visit my website and follow my Facebook Page for even more inspiring ideas and musings on positive aging.     Coffee Table Wisdom is produced by Auxbus. You can create your own great podcast - faster and easier - at Auxbus.com

Work for yourself AND promote a message that closest to your heart? Sometimes it sounds like it’d be too good to be true. But today’s guest is living proof that you CAN make a living doing what you love, but in a way that aligns with what you love most.   Aimee Cabakoff started her social media platforms when she was traveling the world as a young professional. After growing her Instagram and audience to the point where it was able to be her full-time job, she realized she wasn’t promoting what she really cared about.   But she changed all that when she rebranded herself to be the face of sustainability as an influencer.   Tune into this episode to hear:   How Aimee started her platform WHILE confused within her career What it was like to completely rebrand her business after years of building it How you can tie in your personal passions with your work

Join in today’s episode with our lovely guest Aimee Burmaster Hicks — Principal at Page Architecture firm at their Texas location. Aimee specializes in space planning and interior design development for corporate and healthcare clients. Her leadership role with Page builds on her commitment and collaborative approach to her work. “I like the idea of freedom within commitment. Being truly committed to my work allows me to take design risks, and the projects I work on are better for it,” Aimee says, adding, “Collaboration is key. Everyone has something to contribute to the project process.” My favorite part of our conversation was the story Aimee shared about how in order to win a project, the developer asked Aimee and her team to design a hospital out of legos in two hours (without prior knowledge and in the developer’s office) to assess how well the team could collaborate. That and how Aimee came into healthcare design kicking and screaming and now she loves it! Aimee realized at an early age that she had the talent and ambition to work as a creative professional. “Being an interior designer is all I’ve ever wanted to do,” Aimee explains. With that goal set, she prepared for her career by graduating from Texas Christian University with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, a program accredited by the Foundation for Interior Design Education Research (FIDER). With her work, she takes great pride in applying lessons learned from her previous projects to add value to the next. “Each new project brings the opportunity to build upon both my technical knowledge and creativity,” she says. “A new project also brings the chance to work with new team members I may not have worked with before. I like this relationship-building because it allows me to expand my ‘go-to’ resources within Page. I really feel that each project I do is better than the last.” Aimee’s portfolio of projects include the 250,000-square-foot Children’s Medical Center at Legacy in Plano; a 90,000-square-foot corporate headquarters in Dallas for Concentra; the 82,000-square-foot Baylor Surgical Hospital at Park Place in Fort Worth; the 63,000-square-foot Baylor Medical Center Uptown in Dallas; a 146,000-square-foot Hospital and 80,000-square-foot Medical Office Building for Forest Park Medical Center in Austin; the 450,000-square-foot tower, in addition to 45,000-square-feet of renovation of the Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa; and 29,000-square-foot Solomon Associate’s office in Dallas. Learn more about Aimee and her gallery of gorgeous work at Page Architecture by visiting: http://pagethink.com. A big thank you to our industry partner The Center For Health Design! Learn more about the incredible research, advocacy, and education work The Center For Health Design is doing at http://healthdesign.org. You can gain access to the Center’s Knowledge Repository which contains over 2,500 references and key point summaries on multiple topics in different healthcare settings by becoming a Center For Health Design Affiliate. And finally, I’d like to thank the American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers for their support of this show. Find out more about their certification program at http://aahid.org In today’s episode you will learn: What it means to be truly committed to the work and how it allows for more design risks for better outcomes. The story of how Aimee and her team at Page Architects won a hospital project by being asked by the developers to design the hospital out of legos in two hours. What makes collaboration successful and what is most challenging about it. How it took Aimee five years to really understand the patient experience and how healthcare design does make a real difference in the lives of patients, their families, caretakers and those working in the healthcare setting. What Aimee noticed at the hospital where she had her brain tumor removed made her question the value of her work. How hospitality and healthcare are now one of the same and what’s next. Why young interior designers out of college are choosing not to specialize in healthcare design and what Page Architects are doing to change this. How one hospital was built in the middle of nowhere by developers who see ten years into the future the mixed use community spaces that will surround and be part of the hospital setting like yoga and cooking classes. How Aimee came into healthcare design kicking and screaming and ended up loving it! How branding and technology are making their way into healthcare design in mixed use spaces. Pour yourself a hot cup of your favorite coffee and lean into this delightful conversation with our inspiring guest Aimee Burmaster Hicks. Visit us at http://healthcareidpodcast.com or email us at info@healthcareidpodcast.com. FEATURED PRODUCT: KRION + K-LIFE Porcelanosa’s KRION® Solid Surface Material is made out of two-thirds natural minerals and a low percentage of high-resistance resins. KRION® is available in an array of colors, can be thermocurved or backlit, and is antibacterial – making it a perfect product for the healthcare industry. KRION® is also highly resistant to impacts and external elements (such as fire, chemicals, and frost), and is easy to clean and maintain. Inspired by the properties of photocatalytic materials, Porcelanosa has evolved their KRION® Solid Surface material called K-LIFE. When K-LIFE comes into contact with light, it will be able to purify the air, expel harmful bacteria, and more. K-LIFE can easily be integrated into many applications – from wall coverings and claddings for ceilings, to custom tables, bars, sinks, shelving units and furniture. The application of K-LIFE in areas with high daily traffic, such as waiting rooms or reception areas, can assure a gradual decontamination of germs and lead to ongoing ecological benefits. Some research performed with KRION® K-LIFE, which has photocatalytic properties, proved that the material can significantly reduce the presence of bacteria. This revolutionary process has led to a patent pending, innovative, and exclusive product that will have a direct effect on our quality of life. Learn more about KRION® at https://www.porcelanosa-usa.com/what-is-krion/.

Have you ever had an experience of feeling completely fine and happy in one moment to feeling distressed and upset in the next? If so, you may have had your mood and thoughts taken over by someone that is not even you!  Today’s guest on the Rising Women Leaders podcast shares about her experience as an empath, and gives us tools to clear and protect our energy. Aimee spends her life supporting others to enhance their intuitive guidance and honor their sensitivity as a true gift.  With the holidays just around the corner, this episode will give you easy and powerful tools to stay centered amidst heightened emotions and activity happening around us.  In this episode we discussed:  The difference between being empathic and having empathy How Aimee discovered she was empathic  The common traits of empathic people and challenges they face  The most important tool Aimee teaches to her empathic students A guided process to clear our energy and create an energetic boundary  Aimee’s book, “Getting Answers” and how our answers will come when we ask the right questions  Stay in Touch with Amy: Website: spreadingblessings.com Book: Getting Answers Instagram: aimeecartier Aimée Cartier is a psychic guide who specializes in helping her clients discern what choices are in their highest and best interest so that they have the information they need to act on and align with their own highest good.  She is known for her clear, accurate insight and her attention to practical details.  She is the founder of Empath Intuition University and Intuition University, in either private or group programs, she works with students who are ready to understand, enhance, trust, and rely upon their now innate psychic skills and intuitive knowing— and to experience the empowerment and flourishing that follows.  She is also the author of the book, Getting Answers: Using Your Intuition to Discover Your Best Life.   Podcast by Meredith Rom - Rising Women Leaders | Spirituality | Personal Growth | Yoga. Intuition, stories, and voices  

"It's about being happy, it's about living your life- not anyone else's life. But it's the life that YOU want to live, the life that makes you happy, that makes you share with the world what it is that you want to share.  ~Aimee DuFresne, Episode 063 Do you ever find yourself dangling the proverbial carrot in front of yourself? "I'll be happy when I..." or "If only I could just..." or "I'll take a break once I..." Aimee DuFresne is no stranger to this trap, but through decluttering (inside and out), focusing on joy and doubling down on self-care and travel, she's found a way to spring that trap and live an unconventional life. In this episode, we talk about: Aimee's big “Joy Ride” and what it's all about Her adventures on her book tour that brought her to the west coast, and her time house sitting What self-care really means (not just the buzz-word version) and some of Aimee's favorite practices How Aimee balances EVERYTHING out in her life The day that her life completely changed How the impostor voice shows up for Aimee especially around entrepreneurship and being an author Aimee's view on success Aimee's top life tip: Trust the unfolding. “This is really exciting, but does it give me freedom?” ~Aimee DuFresne Connect with Aimee: Website Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Resources & Links: The Creative Impostor Magic page! Get a special gift from Andrea here. The NEW podcast about the craft of podcasting Podcast Envy!!! Power Your Story — Created by my high school student podcast mentees!!!   Connect with Andrea: Website Facebook Instagram Podcast Envy: Podcast Launch, Craft & Coaching Services Chicago Women's Creative Collective Support the Creative Impostor: Andrea's Patreon Page — where you can support the show, get cool gifts from me  Free Audio Book & 30 day trial membership with Audible.com — support The Creative Impostor when you sign up!   This episode was mixed by Edwin R. Ruiz of Mondo Machine.The Creative Impostor theme music was created by JoVia Armstrong. I'd LOVE to hear from you! If you're listening in Apple Podcasts, PLEASE subscribe and leave a review. It's how Apple decides which shows people find when they are searching for specific topics like this one.  

We are kicking off Black History month 2018 with a special friend of mine, Zemirah Scott. She is a philanthropist, branding marketing analyst, personal trainer, and business owner. She has a profound way of igniting lives, and we clicked immediately the very first time I met her. She is a former Temple University and Montgomery County Community College student, and her mission is to supply resources and tools for entrepreneurs and small businesses to gain economic stability. Since 2013, she has been the CEO of her marketing branding company, The Difference Development Group, better known as DDG-Philly in the City of Brotherly Love. Zemirah has truly impacted communities around her by her involvement in small business development, speaking at conferences, and mentoring youth. Her desire to give back has allowed her to amplify her knowledge, expertise, and professionalism. Her vision to propel and ignite the dream chaser inside each of us is everlasting, and that is what she is bringing to us in this episode. Drop the Negativity Who are the people that surround you? Zemirah says that this is an important thing to consider. We MUST surround ourselves with people who do amazing things! When she faced depression, she knew that it was necessary to “be the best me” and make changes. To excel at an optimal level, there may be people that you don’t need in your life, so drop them---and drop the negativity! TWEET: Find ways to either change you or change your environment. “It’s NOT really about you” Have you made excuses as to why you CAN’T do something? We would all probably admit that we do. Zemirah shares her experience when she had promised to write a book, but then decided to put it on the back burner because she had internal battles and a lot going on in her life. Her coach said, “It’s not really about you,” and that comment gave her a new perspective and new motivation to follow through. TWEET: We owe it to ourselves to uplift someone else. Mentoring Success Do you take the time to intentionally mentor others? Zemirah mentored her younger sister, age 11, who now has her own business! Her sister watched everything Zemirah has done, and she is learning what it means to be financially stable. Zemirah says, “I may not ever have a full-scale mentorship program, but I will always make room for mentees who want to learn.” TWEET: Massive failure equals massive success. Guest Recommendation: ONE action for a dream chaser to take—“Watch The Secret, a documentary, by Rhonda Byrne, to unlock some things. That---and journaling.” OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE: [2:17] How Aimee met Zemirah at a talk by Cornell Thomas at the Art Sanctuary in Philadelphia [5:34] Intentionally seeking out people who do amazing things—and drop the negativity! [8:30] My escape: journaling and a new poetry book [10:37] The journey to the book that almost didn’t happen [13:49] Helping someone learn and grow from my experience [18:07] Learning from each other [19:28] Why Zemirah doesn’t have a road map [21:31] Zemirah’s mentoring success [27:13] What surprises her most about her journey [28:07] Upcoming from Zemirah—the scoop on Legendary Live! [32:03] Balancing her work with “side hustles” [36:12] Looking back on accomplishments [37:12] When Zemirah started her dream chase [40:40] Zemirah’s ONE action for a dream chaser to take   RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: Zemirah’s Website The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins Injah Heart: My Pen Bleeds for You Instagram Upcoming show: DDG LC x Global Village   Watch The Secret   TWEETS YOU CAN USE: TWEET: I would rather work 100 hours for myself than work 40 hours for someone else. TWEET: How am I gonna know if I don’t try? TWEET: Sometimes people have dreams but don’t go after them.    

Julie Leithoff of JAL Consulting began her career in the Kansas City, MO area as a marketing and administrative manager. Her career culminated at Vista Productions, Inc., where she served as their VP of Business Development and Event Operations. Her talents as “the gal who brings it in on budget while paying attention to all of the details” make her one of our most sought-after show producers. Her calm demeanor under pressure combined with her creative problem-solving make her a perfect “t” to lead the event team. Her vast knowledge of all aspects of event production and her ability to manage multimillion dollar production budgets put all of our venues, vendors, and clients at ease. Julie’s early dreams Have you gone through a time when you had no career goals? Julie says that her background in a middle-class family with little money left her with no chance to go to college and no real aspirations for her career. She worked in health care until she realized she was bored. She received a phone call from someone who needed a production coordinator, and that was almost 25 years ago. What she has accomplished is a testament to the fact that she truly loves what she does! TWEET: I made one phone call ten years ago and I’ve been in the right place at the right time ever since. #JulieLeithoff #ChasingDreams Sharing the passion Do you enjoy helping others learn and grow? Julie does! She wears many hats, but says she loves translating technical jargon for her clients and teaching them what she knows. She doesn’t want to keep what she’s learned to herself, but loves sharing the passion! Don’t miss it! Are you afraid to take on something new and unexpected? Many people would rather be stuck in their rut than take a chance and leap into something new. Julie was 40 years old when her life and career path changed, all because she wasn’t afraid to take on something new. Her advice is to not be arrogant, afraid, or presumptuous, because you may miss something that may turn out to be a great opportunity! TWEET: Surround yourself with people that help fulfill your needs. #ChasingDreams Guest Recommendation: ONE action for a dream chaser to take—“Have complete faith, give it to God, and He will help you through it.” OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE: [2:11] How Aimee and Julie met while Julie produced the Podcast Movement conference [2:45] Julie’s “book” and what she does with it [6:35] What “young Julie” wanted to be [9:40] How to find an event production job today [13:00] Why Julie hasn’t worried about job security [15:40] A typical month for Julie [19:50] Take the job if you can do it well [21:05] The people Julie works with on projects [26:50] An “old pro” [28:45] Any project you would turn down? [33:30] ONE action for a dream chaser   TWEETS YOU CAN USE: TWEET: It’s mind-boggling to think of the blessings I’ve been given. #ChasingDreams TWEET: I wasn’t afraid to take on something new. #ChasingDreams TWEET: Don’t be arrogant, afraid, or presumptuous, because you may miss something that may turn out to be a great opportunity! #ChasingDreams      

Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown is a Jamaican-born, NYC-based, Caribbean influencer and the founder of Carry On Friends. Carry On Friends is a platform that provides content and programming to support the development and success of Caribbean-Americans in corporate work and entrepreneurship. She hosts the Carry On Friends Podcast, one of the first podcasts to solely feature Caribbean-American entrepreneurs and business professionals. The podcast had been featured as an editor’s choice in iTunes under the categories “Black Voices in Business” and the “Black Experience” collection.  “When your hand is in the lion’s mouth . . .” What do you do when someone else holds the power over your situation? Kerry-Ann has a Jamaican quote that sums up her experience in an immigrant family that faced challenges and extreme adjustments in chasing their dreams in the US. Sometimes you find yourself in a situation beyond your control and you must take the time to change things slowly. Kerry-Ann shares some of the courageous actions her mother took to keep her family together and bring them safely to America. TWEET: When your hand is in the lion’s mouth, take your time and pull it out. @carryonkerry Figuring it out: Have you been in the place of not being understood? Kerry-Ann was a young person of color working in the corporate world, trying hard to figure out proper behavior and how to be understood. At each level of achievement, she faced challenges, especially the challenges of the American work culture, which differed from her homeland of Jamaica. TWEET: Take #inspiration from others, but make it your own. @carryonkerry Just be YOU: We’ve all felt it, haven’t we? The pressure of trying to be “someone else.” Kerry-Ann has learned to cater to her own audience because they are unique for specific reasons. She shares that we all need to find compassion for ourselves and allow ourselves the time we need. Her advice is to be in the space to chase YOUR dreams and “just be YOU.” TWEET: Allow yourself the time you need for a mental break. @carryonkerry Guest Recommendation: ONE action for a dream chaser to take—“Write it down and make it visible. Time stamp it and go back to it. It will help you realize your greatness.” OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE: [1:25] How Aimee met Kerry-Ann at Podcast Movement [4:18] The experiences of being part of an immigrant family [7:06] “The lion’s mouth” [11:02] Dreams—as an immigrant [13:02] Helping others: the inspiration for Carry On Friends [21:00] The reception to Kerry-Ann’s platform [26:29] Cater to YOUR audience [33:30] Don’t be jealous of others [37:51] Be true to yourself [40:38] ONE action for a dream chaser   RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: Kerry’s Website Kerry on Twitter  Kerry on Instagram   TWEETS YOU CAN USE: TWEET: Don’t be jealous; you don’t know what others went through to get where they are. @carryonkerry TWEET: Chase your #dreams, but most importantly, just be YOU! @carryonkerry

Cheryl Tan knows the power of stories in connecting people. She’s been a broadcast journalist in GA and VA, with 20+ years in the TV news business. After blending her talents with her entrepreneurial drive, she now shares interviewing and storytelling skills with business owners who want to use video or media to tell the stories of their companies. Cheryl knows how to help entrepreneurs be seen as experts in their fields and helps them connect with clients and customers through video and public relations.    TWEET: “Learn to share your story while you build your #Authority!” @CherylTan   Life’s Changing Journey We all know that we don’t always end up doing what we “think” we will. There is value in being willing to change your path and find your voice. This is what Cheryl had to do to end up in the field of broadcast journalism. She shares how she learned from others and learned about connecting with people through stories. The key elements are listening and being curious. Even though her path didn’t lead where she expected, Cheryl found a way to blend her innate curiosity, her love for writing, and her passion for literature into a “news job.” TWEET: “Your WHY will come out quite naturally when you share what you do.” @CherylTan   Testing the Waters Do you know the feeling of leaping into something new? Cheryl describes her personal experience as “dipping her toe” into a new path. She began asking business associates if they needed help with newsletters or media and was surprised when her offers were well-received. Soon enough, she was able to pick a date at which she would go “all in.” That was over two years ago—a time period fraught with journeys, pivots, and changes. What is the secret to making it work? Cheryl says that you need the courage to leave all you’ve ever known and have faith in yourself. She shares how she now serves people in a different way and empowers them to tell their stories. TWEET: “People are more open to you when you start by offering help.” @CherylTan   Asking for Help Do you ask for help when you need it? Most of us don’t. Cheryl had to look for people who knew “a thousand times more” than she did and tap into their expertise. If you look, you will find them—those who had left something behind to look for something else. Cheryl warns that these “helpers” don’t have to have the same exact situation as you do to be helpful. The passion to help others is the common factor. TWEET: “It’s more than OK to ask for help.” @CherylTan GUEST RECOMMENDATION: “Take action. Do ONE thing to move you forward. Most people know what that is, even if it’s scary; they just need to do it.”   OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE: [1:50] How Aimee met Cheryl [2:25] Finding your voice [5:50] Why Cheryl took the path to broadcast journalism [8:52] Behind the scenes in news making [10:44] Cheryl’s 20-year career in TV news [14:00] Testing the waters and taking the leap [18:18] Being self-aware and listening to your gut [19:08] Always learning and adapting [21:16] Seeking help when you need it [24:40] No limits: Keep going [25:26] Common lessons in changing careers [27:25] The WHY---and how to find it [33:00] How Cheryl offers help to others [35:35] How connections have helped [39:20] Cheryl’s ONE action for dream chasers to take   RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Cheryl on Facebook Cheryl on Twitter Cheryl’s Website    TWEETS YOU CAN USE: TWEET: “A genuine #connection doesn’t have to be a constant connection.” @cheryltan TWEET: “I’m a good interviewer because I “just have to know about people.” @cheryltan TWEET: “Your #path knows where to take you.” @cheryltan

Cornell Thomas’ father was a police officer in the city of Passaic, New Jersey. Officer Bobby Thomas passed away when Cornell was only four years old, leaving his mother to raise him and his four siblings by herself. The strength and positive mindset that Cornell’s mom displayed through his childhood helped mold him into the man he is today. Cornell is a speaker, author, basketball coach, and world changer. He is a living example of how a positive mindset can transform your life. Cornell’s “next play” mentality is what helped him triumph over adversity and turn the pain of a career-ending injury into finding his purpose in life. Cornell is the author of two books (The Power Of Positivity and The Power Of Me) with two more books coming out this fall. Cornell travels all over the world sharing his story and inspiring others. TWEET: Ep. 59: Cornell Thomas - Turning Your “Why Me” into “What Now” He was raised to believe that everything happens for a reason. Everybody has a past. Everyone has a particular way they were raised. Some of us have more advantageous pieces of our histories than others. But ALL of us can take advantage of the wisdom that’s out there, the lesson we can learn from our lives AND the lives of others. Cornell Thomas' mother drummed into his head the idea that everything happens for a reason. That was the root of his positivity about life and why he believes that anyone can accomplish anything they desire if they are willing to put in the work and never give up. You can hear Cornell’s story and learn about what he’s doing to change the world through his own brand of positivity, on this episode. Why you can’t allow your “why” to die. Much of the success today’s guest, Cornell Thomas has achieved has to do with the reasons behind his efforts. He believes that his “why” (taking care of his mother and making a difference in the lives of others) is what has fueled him over the long haul. If your “why” is not strong enough you will give up. Cornell is an example of what happens when you don’t allow your “why” to die. Please take the time to listen to this inspiring and motivating episode of Chasing Dreams with Aimee J. Cornell Thomas’ attitude and story could light the fire under you that you’ve been needing for a long time. TWEET: Why you can’t allow your #why to die ~ on this episode of #ChasingDreams “Why me” is never helpful. “What now” can change your life. When Cornell Thomas experienced a career-ending injury (he was just about to become a professional basketball player) he was tempted - like all of us - to mope around and focus on the “why me” of his circumstances. But he discovered rather quickly that “why me” never helps you move to where you need to be. Instead, he was able to shift his mindset from ‘why me” to “what now,” and the doors that opened for him were an amazing blessing that he wouldn’t have been able to see with any other mindset. You can learn a lot from Cornell’s experience, so grab a pen and paper to take some notes and listen to this episode. Stop negativity when it’s a snowball. Don’t wait until it’s an avalanche. Cornell Thomas believes that most definitions of positivity nowadays are flat out wrong. The kind of positivity that makes a difference isn’t a feel-good, pollyanna attitude that denies the harsh realities of life. Instead, it’s a belief that negativity is an enemy that has to be killed early in its life cycle. In his words, negativity is like a snowball that picks up speed and eventually becomes an avalanche. If you wait to address it until it’s an avalanche, you’ll never survive. You’ve got to stop it while it’s still a little snowball. If you need to learn how to do that you’ve got to hear this episode. Cornell’s approach is not only helpful, it’s very effective. TWEET: Stop negativity when it’s a snowball. Don’t wait until it’s an avalanche ~ on this episode OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE: [0:53] Aimee’s introduction of Cornell Thomas, her guest today. [1:46] How you can hear about Cornell’s story on a different podcast ;) [3:46] How Aimee and Cornell met and Cornell wound up on this episode. [5:19] How Cornell was raised to change the world through positivity. [10:00] What Cornell wanted to do when he was young: nothing - and how basketball became his path to something better. [15:40] The end of his dream with a career-ending injury. [19:55] The transition from “why me” to “what now.” [22:18] How people have their idea of positivity all wrong. [24:15] How Cornell started on a mission to change the world with positivity. [28:00] Cornell’s upcoming positivity summits. [31:15] The common traits Cornell sees in people who are accomplishing great things. [34:15] Why it’s sometimes OK not to chase your dreams. [38:31] Why it’s important for Cornell that he considers the Olympians who don’t win a medal. [43:30] Cornell’s recommendations for Dream Chasers. GUEST RECOMMENDATION: Never let anybody’s negative words stop your positive actions. Keep moving forward when you’re chasing your dreams. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Trailblazers Podcast Episode 35: The Power of Positivity with Cornell Thomas Connect with Cornell: Websites: http://www.cornell-thomas.com/ OR  http://www.5starters.com/  (free video) Twitter Instagram BOOK: The Secret* CORNELL’S BOOK: The Power of Positivity* CORNELL’S BOOK: The Power of Me* BOOK: David and Goliath by Malcolm Gladwell* BOOK: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill* TWEETS YOU CAN USE: TWEET: He was raised to believe that everything happens for a reason ~ on this episode TWEET: “Why me” is never helpful. “What now” can change your life ~ on this episode with Cornell Thomas   *Indicates that this is an affiliate link for me. 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Most of the time the Chasing Dreams podcast highlights guests who have interesting journeys toward the fulfillment of their dreams. But for the end of the year Aimee decided to do something a little bit different. She invited her sisters to come on the show to turn the tables. They are interviewing her to give you a bit of the backstory behind, Aimee, the Chief Dream Chaser who keeps the Chasing Dreams podcast and brand rolling. You’ll likely be very surprised at all the things Aimee is skilled at and doing. So sit back, grab a warm drink, and get to know Aimee on this episode of Chasing Dreams. TWEET: I want to leave an impact on the world, so it’s better than when I came into it ~ Aimee J. Do you have a “day job” while chasing your dreams? You’re not alone. In fact, most people start out chasing their dreams on the side while a full time job continues to provide the bulk of their income as the dream builds. Aimee is no different, though her full time job is something she truly loves. She’s working on the Chasing Dreams podcast and brand behind the scenes in her “off” time from her full time job. But doing that enables her to maintain the stability she wants in life while still adding things to her life that are enjoyable and fun for her to do! You can hear how Aimee thinks about that tension between work and dreams, on this episode. A full time employee, owner of a software company, and podcast host - all at the same time. It’s not easy to juggle so many things. In fact, when Aimee was asked what it’s like to do so many things, her immediate answer was, “exhausting.” But she was quick to communicate that it’s also worth it, and she wouldn’t change a thing. It’s part of the cost you have to pay if you’re serious about chasing your dreams, and Aimee serves as a great example of someone willing to do it. If you’re serious about your dreams, stop for a moment and ask yourself what’s holding you back from going for them. Is it laziness? Is it a lack of discipline? What can you do to put yourself in a place to get moving on those things? Hear how Aimee thinks about those things on this episode of Chasing Dreams. TWEET: Dreams aren’t only about your career. Whatever it is, go for it! ~ Aimee J. You’ve got to put your dream out there and go for it! Aimee’s pursued many dreams in her life, only to find that the process of actually “chasing” them is part of what defines them. She’s been to college, law school, and has learned software engineering, which she loves. She’s now adding her podcast and online business efforts to that mix. It’s all of those things combined that have enabled her to know what she’s about and what she want’s to chase. So don’t be shy. Don’t hold back because you’re uncertain exactly what it is you want to chase. The process will define that and you won’t know until you get into it. Tools you can use to help you chase your dreams. One of the difficult parts of chasing a dream while the rest of life is going on is staying organized. To help her create systems, keep track of things she has to do, and make the most of her time, Aimee has a handful of great software tools that she feels she couldn’t do without. Among them are Google Drive, Evernote, Lastpass, and others. You can hear how she uses some of these on this episode, and why she feels it’s vital to have reliable tools that can help you chase your dream. TWEET: Inspiration, motivation, and resources to help you chase your dreams, on this episode OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE: [0:50] Introduction to this “special” episode for the Chasing Dreams show. [1:53] What Aimee did before she started the Chasing Dreams podcast. [4:12] Aimee’s dreams presently and how she connects her “day jobs” with her side projects, like podcasting. [8:27] At what point did the podcast come into the dreams? [11:30] Why it’s important to truly put your dream out there and go for it. [13:27] Why podcasting instead of video, snapchat, etc.? [16:15] Any regrets surrounding your inability to give full time attention to your Chasing Dreams stuff? How do you handle the pressure of doing everything? [20:17] The behind the scenes work of the podcast. [23:22] What is your feeling about where the podcast is at and where it’s going? [25:56] How Aimee advises those who want to begin chasing their dreams. [29:37] A different version of the “rapid fire” game. [31:19] One resource you should use to chase your dreams: Google Drive. AIMEE’S RECOMMENDATION: Take a look at your choices, see what you love, and find ways to pursue that. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Google Drive - http://google.com/drive Forms, Sheets, Docs, Slides, Google has all of them. While it is not as robust as using the Office version, it does give you the ability to access your documents from anywhere. Evernote - http://evernote.com Keep all your notes for different projects (personal, work, hobbies, dreams, etc.) together in one place. You can also collaborate with others on projects. Boomerang for Gmail - boomeranggmail.com Boomerang does more than just bring an email back to the top of your inbox. It also allows you to send emails at a later time. Canned Responses for Gmail - http://snip.ly/jAJS#http://www.wikihow.com/Use-Canned-Responses-in-Gmail If you’re sending the same email over and over, save time by using Canned Responses via Gmail Labs Dropbox - dropbox.com Access and share your files from anywhere. LastPass - https://lastpass.com/f?12128146 (referral link) Password management service that lets you to access your passwords from any mobile device or browser. Pretty link Pro - https://prettylinkpro.com?aff=aimeej21 (affiliate) Wordpress Plugin that allows you to share links while maintaining your brand. Hootsuite - hootsuite.com One of the best resources for managing multiple social media accounts in one place. Connect with Aimee Twitter: https://Twitter.com/aimeej21     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/official.aimeej21 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aimeej21/ www.PodcastFastTrack.com - Aimee’s show notes service Living the Dream podcast TWEETS YOU CAN USE: TWEET: Tools you can use to chase your dreams to a greater degree, on this episode of the podcast TWEET: 2016 is coming up! What are the dreams you’re going to be chasing? On this episode

Sometimes you don’t know what your dream job is until it jumps up in front of you. That’s the exact thing that happened to today’s guest, Jamaya Moore. Jamaya graduated college and went immediately into the corporate world. She was involved in high finance in a corporate environment and loved it. The things she learned, people she met, and skills she developed in that setting still benefit her today. But her dream was dormant, waiting for her, so to speak, and she didn’t even know it. When she agreed to help out with pre-ceremony tasks on a friend’s wedding day, her dream leapt to her attention as she watched the makeup artist do her magic. It was at that moment, witnessing what in her own words was a “transformation” of her friend, that Jamaya Moore knew she had to learn the art of professional makeup. Hear Jamaya’s story on this engaging conversational episode of Chasing Dreams. TWEET: From corporate financial to successful #makeup artist. Jamaya Moore’s story, on this episode You are the one who has to take steps toward your dream. Jamaya Moore’s dream made itself evident to her in a very unexpected way, but nothing would have happened from there if Jamaya didn’t take action. She immediately enrolled in a course to gain more skills in her newfound area of interest so she could learn and assess the opportunity. That’s what got the ball rolling and put her on the path to what is now a highly successful makeup artist business. Jamaya works for some big name companies as well as individuals, and has a reputation in the industry that is second to none. And it all began with her chasing her dream. Find out how Jamaya’s story has unfolded in this episode. Taking the leap to make things happen. Many people discover their dream, the thing that makes their heart race. But few people do something about it. Jamaya Moore is NOT one of those people. Once she discovered that the desire to become a makeup artist was exactly what she wanted, she did what she needed to do in order to educate herself in the field. But she didn’t stop there. After a 6 week training course she immediately started seeking out business on Craigslist, in local newspaper ads, and other ways. She wasn’t content to just get her feet wet, she dove all the way in. That’s what you’ve got to if you are going to chase your dreams, and Jamaya Moore is an inspiring example you can learn a TON from by listening to this episode of Chasing Dreams, with Aimee J. From a small solopreneur business to representing major clients and businesses. PETA, Christian Dior, MAC Cosmetics, Georgio Armani. These are just some of the clients that have tapped Jamaya to represent them in high profile places or campaigns. It’s a testimony of the amazing things that can happen if you’re bold enough to step out and take your dream seriously. Jamaya worked hard to make her dream come true and as you can see, she’s done exactly that. But she’s not finished. There are still additional things she wants to do, as would be true of any true “Dream Chaser.” Hear how Jamaya’s business is going and what she’s dreaming of that still lies ahead, on this episode. What’s holding you back from going after your dream? TWEET: Don’t you tell me what I can’t do, cause I’ll do it ~ Jamaya Moore There were many points along the way when Jamaya Moore could have given up on her dream. At first, even her family told her she was crazy. Very few people thought she should pursue becoming a professional makeup artist. She even thought of herself as a tomboy… not exactly the mindset that you’d think would lead to being a makeup artist. And to top it all off, Jamaya had a great set of skills and good experience in the financial industry and could have gone back at any time. But it wasn’t what she wanted. She had a dream that she wanted to chase. So she did. What’s holding you back from chasing YOUR dream? Chances are that the things you see as obstacles are not as formidable as you think. Jamaya’s story could be just the inspiration you need to step out and begin making things happen. Listen in. You might be surprised what you discover in you. OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE: [0:06] Explanation of some “strange” things you may hear in this episode. [1:16] Introduction of Jamaya Moore and her story of “jumping tracks” into a new career path. [2:00] How Aimee got in touch with Jamaya… the background story. [2:40] How Jamaya got interested in makeup and beauty and how she got there from a career in corporate finance. [5:04] How seeing a physical transformation in her friend drove Jamaya into an interest in makeup and beauty. [6:25] Entrance into “makeup school” and how it led down a new path. [7:51] The cost Jamaya was willing to pay in order to pursue her new dream. [9:06] How Jamaya jumped straight into her own business doing makeup for weddings and other events. [10:30] Looking for opportunities and the importance of networking and making connections. [12:05] How pursuing her dream enabled Jamaya to do the work without it being work. [12:59] From a startup business to representing big name brands. [14:11] Why Jamaya began her blog and the benefits it’s brought to her dream career. [15:41] How her makeup business became a 24/7 opportunity that she loves - and the addition of another company to her pursuits. [16:20] The variety of income streams Jamaya is providing. [17:31] How Jamaya’s opportunities came about in what she considers to be an “organic” way. [19:20] Did Jamaya see the life she’s living now back when she first became interested in makeup? [20:44] How Jamaya’s dream job came to her by surprise. [21:10] Ideas keep coming: Goals Jamaya has for future projects. [22:45] A list of Jamaya’s current clients: Some amazing names! [23:20] Jamaya figured it out: what that means for your possibilities. [25:01] The family thought she was crazy, but Jamaya went for her dream anyway. [26:08] Why Jamaya is incredibly happy with the way her life is today. [28:22] “All money is not good money,” a truth Jamaya lives by. [29:58] How Jamaya’s example shows the power of going for your dreams. [30:33] Aimee’s rapid fire game. [33:31] Aimee’s summary of the great conversation with Jamaya Moore. JAMAYA’S RECOMMENDATION: Read the book, “The Alchemist” (affiliate link) AIMEE’S RAPID FIRE GAME! - Category: Holidays Aimee challenges Jamaya to the “rapid fire” game focusing on the subject of holidays. They will take turns stating a real holiday and the first to become confused, pause too long, or not be able to answer will lose the game. Who’s going to take the game? RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Instagram Twitter Facebook Jamaya Moore Pretty Much Beauty New book alert - 3 Ways to Book Your Dream Clients by Jamaya Moore   TWEETS YOU CAN USE: Not all #money is good money. Sometimes you have to say no to jobs ~ Jamaya Moore You’ve got to build your own support system to be #successful  ~ Jamaya Moore How to work without it being work, on this episode of #ChasingDreams with Aimee J