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Video Version Here Get in touch with Lehigh Valley with Love We were lucky enough to sit down with Joetta Clark-Diggs, aka Joetta, to talk about her amazing career and continued work as an author, motivational speaker, and business woman. Joetta is a.. 4-time Olympian, (2000 captain) 15-time All American 9-time NCAA Champion 11-time USA National Champion Member of the USA track and field hall of fame Motivational Speaker Health/Wellness & Achievement Authority Joetta is an Olympic athlete who has made an indelible impact in sports and business after her legendary 24-year elite career as a half-mile runner representing the United States of America at the 1988, 1992, 1996 and 2000 Olympic Games. Joetta is the President of Joetta Sports & Beyond, LLC (www.joettasportsandbeyond.com), where she inspires people to "Discover their Champion." She authored a book entitled Joetta's “P” Principles for Success: Life Lessons Learned from Track & Field. The acclaimed book has been considered a tremendous resource to both corporate executives and to the youth. Joetta's father is Joe Clark, who was played by Morgan Freeman in the film “Lean on Me." Joetta's daughter, Talitha, is a Saucon Valley Graduate and accomplished athlete in her own right, competing in most recent Olympic trials. VIDEO VERSION HERE If you'd like to learn more about the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast and the opportunities we can provide through sponsorship and collaboration, be sure to reach us at info@lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com Or click here Thank you to our sponsors! Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Venture X VIDEO VERSION HERE
Joetta Clark Diggs is one of the most renowned motivational speakers,4-Time Olympian Joetta is a dynamic personality and highly-sought-after resource in business and professional circles as well as university, non-profit, and community sectors. Joetta is a dynamic and inspiringKeynotespeakerwhosestories of empowerment resonate with audiences, whether in-person or virtual, as she skillfully weaves her compelling life story into the fabric of our daily lives. The thread is forever strengthened, as Joettaprovidesinsight for becoming“the champion of Your Life” by developing the mental capacity and mindset of a corporate leader, reminding us to set goals, aim high, achieve and actively make an impact on the world. Joetta is an active contributor to society as a respected businesswoman and entrepreneur, critically acclaimed author, noted television /radio personality,producerofpopularperfume& body care product lines, and an advocate for health and fitness initiatives. 2nd Guest Tyrone Johnson, A First Responder Tyrone Johnson is an accomplished professional and retired firefighter who aims to use his expertise and wealth of knowledge to help others. From fighting fires to fitness trainer and inspirational speaker, Tyrone has saved and changed many lives along his journey. During his tenure for the State of NJ Fire Department, he was decorated for his outstanding accomplishments in the line of duty. He heroically assisted in the rescue and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and received numerous awards, honors, and accolades for his service, hard work, and dedication. After fighting fires for 25 years, he retired in 2014. Tyrone was instrumental in training thousands of firefighter candidates throughout the State of New Jersey to help them pass the Physical Performance Section of the Firefighter Exam. Tyrone returned to public service three years later when the City of Newark, New Jersey Police Department contacted him to work in their Property room which is responsible for keeping weapons and drugs off the city's streets. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Need a little motivation? Four-time Olympian Joetta Clark Diggs https://www.joettasportsandbeyond.com/ knows a thing or two about that. The daughter of celebrated educator Dr. Joe Clark, who was featured in the movie Lean On Me, Joetta says whatever your goals, you have to talk yourself into it instead of out of it. She explains what she's learned about getting back up after you fall down..and then getting up AGAIN. Joetta says always remember, “The bend in the road is not the end of the road. Remember to turn.” Listen in to this discussion that is sure to make you recommit to your dreams!
Welcome to Episode 54 of No Rain Date, your weekly local news podcast featuring exclusive interviews with people making a difference in the Lehigh Valley and beyond. On this episode we're pleased to welcome internationally known athlete and four-time U.S. Olympian, author, entrepreneur, motivator and health advocate Joetta Clark Diggs. This summer, Joetta will host her Determined to Reach Your Destiny (D2RYD) Speed, Agility & Track Camp at Saucon Valley High School in Hellertown. Joetta calls the Saucon Valley home and hopes to inspire young people here to reach for the stars, as she did throughout a career that spanned nearly two decades. “It's not about making these students Olympians,” says Joetta. “It's about making them the champions of their lives. That is way more important than being an Olympian.” Also important is family, and Joetta talks about hers–including her late father, public education reformer Joe Clark, of Lean on Me fame–as well as what it was like to compete in an Olympic trial with her sister and sister-in-law; her daughter Talitha, a Saucon Valley graduate who is now a track star at the collegiate level; and what she has planned for the future. No Rain Date is conveniently available for download on iTunes, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Stitcher, Deezer, Tunein, Pocket Casts, Google Podcasts and other apps, in addition to Saucon Source. To learn more about the podcast, suggest an interview subject or share feedback, please email josh@sauconsource.com. No Rain Date is produced each week by Jonny Hart and is a production of Saucon Source LLC. Love No Rain Date? You can help support it by making a voluntary contribution and becoming a Saucon Source member today. Learn more here. And don't forget to sign up for our Saucon Source newsletter. Enjoy the convenience of having the latest news delivered to your inbox every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, as well as peace of mind from knowing you'll never miss another headline. Subscribe to our newsletter here.
New Jersey Hall of Famer and Four-time Olympian Joetta Clark Diggs talks about his inspirational story during a 2014 edition of SportsJam with Doug Doyle
Joetta Clark Diggs an Olympic athlete who has made an indelible impact in sports and business. In her legendary 24-year elite career as a half-mile runner, Clark Diggs represented the United States of America at the 1988, 1992, 1996 and 2000 Olympic Games. Clark Diggs is a University of Tennessee graduate who has also made her contribution to society as an inspiring motivational speaker, respected businesswoman, critically acclaimed author, noted television /radio personality and an advocate for health and fitness initiatives.The New Jersey-native established the Joetta Clark Diggs Sports Foundation in 2002 to promote involvement with physical activities for girls and boys in grades K-12. The Foundation is committed to teaching good health and positive work ethics associated with participation in sports. In addition, it strives to introduce different opportunities to children in the sports and entertainment industries and focuses on the correlation between academics and athletics. The Joetta Clark Diggs Sports Foundation's annual programs include the Financial & Fitness Expo the Head 2 Toe® Fitness program, the Fitness Challenge®, Eliminate Excuses™ and Joetta's Geniuses.The Foundation has brought happiness and education to over 50,000 children in the area. Clark Diggs is also the President of Joetta Sports & Beyond, LLC (www.joettasportsandbeyond.com), where she delivers messages of health, fitness and empowerment to corporations, colleges, medical programs and civic organizations. In 2009, she authored her first book Joetta's “P” Principles for Success: Life Lessons Learned from Track & Field. The acclaimed book has been considered a tremendous resource to both corporate executives and to the youth.During her career running in both the 800 and 1,500 meter competitions, Clark Diggs was ranked among the the Top-10 Americans for over 21 years. From 1991 until 1998, she was ranked in the Top-10 in the world and was an 11-time USA National Champion. Additionally, from 1979 until 2000, the year she officially retired, Clark Diggs competed in 20 USA Indoor and Outdoor Championships and six Olympic Trials. In addition, she has set World and American records, captured World Championship medals and served as the Captain of the Women's USA Team in 2000.Clark Diggs is not the only athlete who accomplished greatness in her family though. In 2000, Clark Diggs was joined by younger sister Hazel Clark, sister-in-law Jearl Miles-Clark and their coach, brother JJ to make Olympic history as the only family to comprise all three sports on the Olympic Team in the same event. In addition, she is the daughter of Jetta Clark and noted national educator and Principal Dr. Joe Clark, who was portrayed by Morgan Freeman in the popular motion picture, “Lean On Me.”In 2013, Clark Diggs was named for induction into the prestigious New Jersey Hall of Fame. Also among her long list of career honors has been her induction into the USA Track & Field Hall of Fame, Star-Ledger Women Athlete of the Century, member of the Circle of Red (American Heart Association), Board Member of the Raritan Valley Community College and many more.Clark Diggs left her mark prior to graduating from the University of Tennessee. While in Knoxville, she was a nine-time NCAA champion and 15-time All-American. She would later be inducted into the UT Hall of Fame in 2001. Clark Diggs is married to Businessman Ronald Diggs and they have one child. https://www.joettasportsandbeyond.com/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Joetta Clark Diggs4 -Time Olympian, Motivational Extraordinaire Speaker, Author, BusinesswomanAs one of the most renowned motivational speakers, 4-Time Olympian Joetta Clark Diggs is a dynamic personality and highly-sought-after resource in business and professional circles, university, non-profit and community sectors. A premier Keynote Speaker and leading authority on health/wellness motivation and achievement for audiences. Joetta Clark Diggs energizes people to meet the challenges of the world around them. She skillfully weaves her compelling life story into the fabric of our daily lives. The thread is forever strengthened, touting why you can’t afford to be complacent and to aim high, achieve and actively make an impact on the world. Joetta Clark Diggs has also made her contribution to society as a respected businesswoman, with her perfume line, critically acclaimed author, noted television /radio personality and an advocate for health and fitness initiatives.
Joetta Clark Diggs, is an Olympic athlete who has made an indelible impact in sports and business. In her legendary 24-year elite career as a half-mile runner, she represented the United States of America at the 1988, 1992, 1996 and 2000 Olympic Games. The USA Track & Field Hall of Fame inductee also is an inspiring motivational speaker, respected businesswoman, critically acclaimed author, noted television /radio personality and an advocate for health and fitness.lowing up! The New Jersey native is the founder of the Joetta Clark Diggs Sports Foundation which promotes physical activities for children in grades K-12 and has engaged over 70,000 children since 2002. Joetta is also the President of Joetta Sports & Beyond, LLC www.joettasportsandbeyond.com where she delivers messages of health, fitness and empowerment to corporations, colleges, medical programs and civic organizations. In 2009, she authored her first book Joetta’s “P” Principles for Success: Life Lessons Learned from Track & Field. listen to the podcast interview and to learn more about how this "Jersey girl" encouraged by her father to run track in school is now running the Phenomenal Fit & Focused 2019 Women's Empowerment Summit coming to New Brunswick on November 15th. To learn more about Joetta, head over to her website www.joettasportsandbeyond.com or visit her Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Joetta-Clark-Diggs-4x-OlympianPublic-Speaker-48809531310/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/DelawareBlogger/message
Joetta Clark Diggs4 -Time Olympian, Motivational Extraordinaire Speaker, Author, BusinesswomanAs one of the most renowned motivational speakers, 4-Time Olympian Joetta Clark Diggs is a dynamic personality and highly-sought-after resource in business and professional circles, university, non-profit and community sectors. A premier Keynote Speaker and leading authority on health/wellness motivation and achievement for audiences. Joetta Clark Diggs energizes people to meet the challenges of the world around them. She skillfully weaves her compelling life story into the fabric of our daily lives. The thread is forever strengthened, touting why you can’t afford to be complacent and to aim high, achieve and actively make an impact on the world. Joetta Clark Diggs has also made her contribution to society as a respected businesswoman, with her perfume line, critically acclaimed author, noted television /radio personality and an advocate for health and fitness initiatives.
One of the best things about being a podcast host is that I get to reconnect with fabulous people I have met in my past and share their passions with you! My guest today is four time Olympian, Joetta Clark Diggs. We met on my birthday three years ago when we were both speakers at the AHA Garden State “Go Red for Women” Luncheon in Somerset NJ. I found out that not only is she an incredibly accomplished athlete who has made an indelible impact in sports and business, but she is an inspiring & motivational speaker on heart health, fitness & related topics. So today, we’re going to get some motivational tips on maintaining physical fitness regardless of your age. Joetta Clark Diggs has had a legendary athletic career over more than two decades as a runner. A University of Tennessee graduate, she was nine-time NCAA champion and 15-time All-American, and represented the United States at four Olympics: 1988, 1992, 1996 and 2000 Olympic Games.
“You can be the champion of your life.” — Joetta Clark Diggs Joetta Clark Diggs is more than a four-time Olympian, competing in 800 and 1500 meter distance runs; she’s also the daughter of Dr. Joe Clark, the hard-as-nails New Jersey principal portrayed by Morgan Freeman in the 1989 film, Lean on Me. In this episode, Joetta shares her story, from the lessons in discipline learned from her father to handling setbacks on her quest to becoming an Olympian. She shares how the acronyms F.O.C.U.S and A.C.E. have helped her on her path to success, why the first step will always take you around the bend and why showing up is only half of the equation. Over the course of the episode, you’ll be inspired and motivated to tackle the challenges of the day with enthusiasm, determination and grace. Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “Discipline is the ability to do something and reach beyond what you are to grow.” — Joetta Clark Diggs “The better I am, the better I am for someone else.” — Joetta Clark Diggs “Your discipline is your schedule for success.” — Joetta Clark Diggs “Frustration is a sign on investment. If you don’t get frustrated, there’s no investment in what you’re trying to do.” — Joetta Clark Diggs “If you don’t stay true to your vision, your frustration never comes to fruition.” — Joetta Clark Diggs “The first step—that first burst of energy—will take you around the bend.” — Joetta Clark Diggs “Don’t let your emotions pull you away from your destiny.” — Joetta Clark Diggs “Once you are accountable, your greatness takes control.” — Joetta Clark Diggs “We can’t waste our time thinking like ordinary people.” — Joetta Clark Diggs “Storms come to test the foundation. If you’re not credible, your foundation will crack.” — Joetta Clark Diggs “When your ‘gotta do’ is greater than your ‘need to do’, that’s enthusiasm.” — Joetta Clark Diggs “You have to be willing to run toward your blessings.” — Joetta Clark Diggs “If you can look up, you will get up.” — Joetta Clark Diggs Mentioned in the episode: Joetta’s “P” Principles for Success by Joetta Clark Diggs 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave
Wednesday May 13, 2015 9pm-10pmGuest: Betsy Markle Registered Dietitian & Certified Personal Trainer OWNER OF “SUNSHINE WELLNESS”Listen via: www.joettasportsandbeyond.com click on Radio or www.blogtalkradio.com/joettaclarkdiggs "Checking in with Joetta” is an interactive show that will provide informative conversations about topics such as health, education, finances, fitness, empowerment, sports, relationships, and motivational tactics. These topics will be discussed with business & financial leaders, educators, sports legends, entrepreneurs, health & wellness advocates and historical icons."Checking in with Joetta" will serve as a useful, informative and thought provoking resource for ALL adults, teens & children.Betsy Markle looks forward to speaking with you. The call in number for you to speak with her is (646) 787-1680 or listen at: Joettasportsandbeyond.com Click on Radio blogtalkradio/joettaclarkdiggs
Wednesday May 13, 2015 9pm-10pmGuest: Betsy Markle Registered Dietitian & Certified Personal Trainer OWNER OF “SUNSHINE WELLNESS”Listen via: www.joettasportsandbeyond.com click on Radio or www.blogtalkradio.com/joettaclarkdiggs "Checking in with Joetta” is an interactive show that will provide informative conversations about topics such as health, education, finances, fitness, empowerment, sports, relationships, and motivational tactics. These topics will be discussed with business & financial leaders, educators, sports legends, entrepreneurs, health & wellness advocates and historical icons."Checking in with Joetta" will serve as a useful, informative and thought provoking resource for ALL adults, teens & children.Betsy Markle looks forward to speaking with you. The call in number for you to speak with her is (646) 787-1680 or listen at: Joettasportsandbeyond.com Click on Radio blogtalkradio/joettaclarkdiggs
Joetta Clark Diggs is an Olympic athlete who has made an indelible impact in sports and within the community. In her legendary 24-year elite career as a half-mile runner, Clark Diggs represented the United States of America at the 1988, 1992, 1996 and 2000 Olympic games. She has also made her contribution to society as an inspiring motivational speaker, respected businesswoman, critically acclaimed author, noted television personality and advocate for children’s health & fitness initiatives.