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# 136 Θα μπορούσε ένα πιο θετικό πρόσημο στην μετανάστευση να είναι η λύση για την έλλειψη εξειδικευμένου προσωπικού στην Γερμανία; Μιλάμε με την Μαριλένα Χατζηαντωνίου, ιδρύτρια του πρακτορείου ευρέσεως εργασίας για μετανάστες. just-go-for-it.org Και ταξιδεύουμε στην Heilbronn! gr-gemeinde-heilbronn.de https://chat.whatsapp.com/DQbZobebggW5xEKB6kvB4y Von Angela Konti ;Andrea Mavroidis.
Von reflects on his seven years of podcasting experience and shares the lessons he has learned along the way. He discusses the importance of expecting technical difficulties. He emphasizes the need to manage expectations, both in terms of success and guest interactions. Von also talks about his biggest regret in podcasting He highlights the importance of finding one's own voice and encourages aspiring podcasters to just go for it and have fun.Chapters(00:00) 7 Years Into podcasting(02:44) Expect Technical DIfficulties(05:24) Managing Expectations(12:59) Defining What Success Is To You(15:15) My BIGGEST Regret In Podcasting (23:16) FInding My Podcast Voice(25:08) Just Go For It(29:08) Took me 6 Takes To Record This EpisodeFollow Me on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/thevoncastshow/ https://www.instagram.com/shibavon/ https://www.tiktok.com/@wowshibavon https://www.iamvon.net/
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Today on the podcast we hear from Joelle Y. Jean, RN, FNP-C who graduated from New York University in 2005 and worked in general pediatrics, pediatric emergency room, and labor and delivery. She was a nurse for over 10 years before aquiring her Master's degree in Family Nurse Practitioner at Long Island University. She now is a full-time senior writer for nursejournal.org. She shares her journey to finding nurse writing and how that simple decision to “JUST GO FOR IT” allowed her to care for her family and work remotely during COVID. Nurses can do amazing things with their career options. I want to show you what those options are! https://www.instagram.com/nurse_joellewritesabout_/ https://nursejournal.org/
They say to be a winner in life, "it takes a village"!!! Well that village can be something as simple as, your teammates on a volleyball team!!! Join us in Episode 10 of Create A MES when we hear from a former player of host Stephen J Fenton, Maria Pansari!!! Maria, who was a Two Time, Back To Back State Champion High School Volleyball Player, was able to take herself "out of her comfort zones", as she expanded her volleyball career into NCAA Division 1 Collegiate Volleyball!!! Listen to Maria's stories through her career on and of the volleyball court as she learned that sometime you "Just Have To Go For It"!!!! Weather it's leaping across the air on a ropes course activity called Leap Of Faith, or about to play for the winning point in a State Championship Match, "Just Go For It" is not only a philosophy that you can experience on the court, but rather a lifestyle to live every day of your life!!!! Keep that feeling alive within you that if you do "Just Go For IT", no matter if you make that winning ace point in a game point of a third set of a volleyball match, or losing the point, either way you face your fear and never lower your standard, and always in all experiences in your life to, "Just Go For It"!!!!
Episode 8 of The Business Development Podcast with McKinley Hyland focuses on the challenges and rewards of starting a business. McKinley shares his personal experiences and perspective on the topic, emphasizing the importance of passion and taking initiative. He advises listeners not to wait for the right time to start a business, as the perfect moment may never come. McKinley also highlights the need to approach business development in a way that feels authentic and right for oneself, rather than following conventional methods. He encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to jump into their ventures with hopes and dreams, and reiterates that success often stems from doing what one loves and excels at.In this episode, McKinley speaks with fellow entrepreneur Kelly Kennedy, who shares his journey of starting his own company, Maverick NDT Inspection. They discuss the challenges he faced in getting his business off the ground and the importance of perseverance and taking risks. Kelly emphasizes the need for innovation in his industry and expresses his excitement about shaking things up. McKinley praises Kelly's initiative and highlights the value of implementing new ideas to drive business growth. They both agree that there is never a perfect time to start a business and stress the importance of not letting naysayers hold one back. Overall, the episode offers valuable insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to pursue their dreams and make a mark in their respective industries.Key Takeaways:The right time to start a business will never come, so it's important to take the initiative and jump in.It's important to do business development in a way that feels right for you and not necessarily follow what others are doing.Being good at a job is often a result of passion and skill.Starting a business can be scary and requires putting yourself out there, but it can lead to great rewards.Innovation and shaking up industries can lead to success.It takes time, effort, and repetition to be successful in business development.Believing in the service you provide and having passion for it can make marketing easier.Building strong and valuable relationships is more important than squeezing out every deal.Learning from experienced business owners and receiving expert advice can be valuable in growing a business.
This week we chatted with the amazing Aamira of Lovelee Wine!!! About the Winemaker - Aamira Aamira Garba is an award winning winemaker born and raised in Orange, NJ. She is a proud & dedicated careerpreneur, currently working as a Marketing Executive in the tech industry. But after finally reading “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho, Aamira knew she had to stop searching for happiness in her 9 to 5 and begin to create the life of her dreams. She knew she loved wine and enjoyed learning about it in the very little free time she had. She quickly realized that learning about wine and wine culture brought her joy. So, in 2016 she made the decision to pursue entrepreneurship while working full time to launch LoveLee Wine, a brand that allows her to follow her passion for wine culture while creating a lane for more black women to enter the Wine & Spirits industry. Aamira is an accomplished winemaker whose wines have been recognized in VinePair as one of the top 50 wines of 2021,and top 25 Pinot Noir of 2021 (the only black owned brand on the list). Her story was also recently featured on Forbes.com. LoveLee Wine was named Wine Brand of the year and Aamira named Innovator of the Year/Who's Next at the 2021 Wine & Culture Fest. Aamira has been featured on numerous wine blogs and podcasts including the Swirl Suite podcast and NJmom.com as the MOMpreneur of the week. She is a Roots Fund Scholarship recipient and a member of the JJL chapter of the Hue Society. In Sept. of 2021 she passed her WSET level 3 certification with distinction and enjoys teaching newbies and winelovers the art of wine tasting. When not wearing her marketing or LoveLee hats, she is a devoted & proud helicopter mom to 2 beautiful girls named Heaven Lee and Lyric Lee. This journey is for them. Born out of Love and the pursuit of Passion. Inspired by those not confined by the limitations of perfection. Made for those who choose to live life Fearlessly. LoveLee Wine is a certified Minority Owned wine brand specializing in all things wine & wine culture. Recently featured on Forbes.com, and 2x winner at the Wine & Culture fest, the brand started as an idea, a dream that Aamira Garba was determined to make a reality. We produce award winning wines we hope will inspire people to live a life of passion on purpose. You can enjoy LoveLee wine at any time by ordering from one of the 34 states we ship direct -to- consumer in! LoveLee Wine was born out of love and the pursuit of Passion. The brand was birthed with the notion that no one should ever feel stuck in their lives, but be blessed enough to follow their passions in life. We believe everyone should be free to live on purpose, be creative, make mistakes, and learn continuously. So if you have a passion, or just an idea that you're hesitating pursuing, JUST GO FOR IT! Literally, just start! Pray, and you will be surprised by how things start to fall into place. What's the worst that can happen? https://www.loveleewine.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/therosehourpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/therosehourpodcast/support
BESTIES!!!You know when you just have one of THOSE feelings! That feeling where everything in your body is telling you YES or NO!!!Do you listen to your intuition....what does it mean to you when you have a gut feeling or instinct?! On this episode of Besties & Business we get REAL with you. We take on you a journey of when we first had THAT feeling about creating Besties & Business & why we feel like it is SO important to listen to those GUT instincts when you do have them. When we first started Besties...we both just had this feeling. It's something that we do our best to put into words in this episode. At times in life though, it can be REALLY hard to put into words how you feel when something AMAZING is happening, that you just KNOW is going to be life changing!Sometimes you just trust your instincts, good & bad. When we created Besties that's EXACTLY how we felt. We trust our instincts, we didn't know WHY but we KNEW we had to follow our heart & intuition. We really want that for you Bestie! In this episode we really break down why it is SOOO important to check in with your gut instincts & find what works for you, to listen to that voice in your head telling you to GO for the idea on your heart. We challenge you this week Besties to REALLY find what works for you, wether it be checking with your gut, your heart & even just having a conversation with your Business Bestie about an idea that you have been thinking about for SOOO long. We challenge you to start listening to that nudge that is in your soul telling you to JUST GO FOR IT! We truly believe that when an idea is given to you, if you fight it, the universe is going to find a WAY to make it happen for you when you least expect it, so why not just go for it?!?! We are rooting for you Bestie...feel free to reach out to us if you want to talk about any IDEAS or gut feelings you are having! We love you Bestie! Let's be besties on instagram! @besties_and_business @heyimjessjacobs @stepherhard
Have something you want to do but you're too scared to jump? JUST GO FOR IT! That's the lesson in today's episode with (soon-to-be) Captain Emily Kinzer Crews. Emily was a former TV News Anchor in Sarasota, FL who fell in love with boat life when she moved to Florida in 2019. By 2021 she had quit her job with a plan to sail the world with her soon-to-be husband. The story that follows is equal parts freaking-unbelievable and awe-inspiring.
Quote: “Action and overthinking can not exist together. You are either busy taking action or you are busy overthinking.” by Sharat Sharma This quote is a challenge for most people. We tend to overthink our decisions and stay in the thinking and planning mode, and that keeps us from moving towards our dreams. Sara and Kelly, as Enneagram 9's shared how having a heightened awareness around this topic has been very helpful. Taking action can be scary, but looking back we usually realize that what we were afraid of was nothing terrible, yet we spend so much time overthinking, worrying, and staying stuck in fear. For Lisa, as an Enneagram 2, the overthinking looks a little differently. It can show up as worrying about what people think of us. Kelly shared another quote that has helped her, “What people think of you is none of your business.” Overthinking inhibits us from taking action. But there is HOPE! Awareness of our “default settings” and our current thinking, and choosing to TAKE ACTION anyway will put you on the “road” to your dreams and your growth. We love you, our listeners, and want to encourage you to TAKE ACTION. Don't overthink it! Just GO FOR IT! Start creating the life you truly desire, one action step at a time! We would love to hear from you, so if this episode encouraged you to take action in the direction of your dreams, drop us a message, LIKE, SHARE, and leave us a review! Follow us on Instagram @wakeupanddreampodcast You can connect with each of us here: Sara Carlisi: @saracarlisi1 sara@saracarlisi.com saracarlisi.com/wakeup Kelly Armstrong: @kellyarmstrongofficial kelly@fullyembraceyourlife.com Lisa Taylor: @lisa.kay.taylor lisatay.lbri@gmail.com www.linktree.com/lisa.kay.taylor www.lbri.com/lisatay
Stagnation: None of us want to find ourselves here. The reality is that as an adult, we often get stuck in a rut of habits, patterns, or mindsets that have kept us in a box - "THIS is the kind of person that I am." What if you broke out of that box? In our last episode (Episode #12 - Just Go For It!) we talked about taking the leap. In this episode, your co-hosts Page and Keren talk about the discomfort that can creep up when trying something new, and how to push through it to the growth and confidence on the other side. We promise you, it's worth it - you may even discover a new side of yourself that you didn't know was there. We sure did!
DO THAT THING YOU HAVE ALWAYS WANTED TO DO life is so bloody short don't go to the grave with all those ideas, dreams and wishes stuck inside your head. you are magical. you are capable. you are loved. JUST GO FOR IT !!! “The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled, the books that were never written, the songs that were never sung, the inventions that were never shared, the cures that were never discovered, all because someone was too afraid to take that first step, keep with the problem, or determined to carry out their dream.” ― Les Brown
We are so excited to bring you this emotionally charged, empowering conversation with actor, and creator of A Broadway Body, Megan Gill! This week we chat all things from body inclusivity in the theater industry, to representation, to dream chasing, and everything in between! Megan's light and energy shines through when she speaks and will for sure bless your ear holes and have you feeling like you are capable, worthy & make you want to JUST GO FOR IT! Whatever that “it” means for you! A Broadway Body is a film created to empower not only artists, but all people to show up exactly as they are and that we are all worthy of greatness regardless of our physical appearance. Tune in and keep an eye out for the official release of A Broadway Body as its in its final stages of production and follow Megan on socials! @themegangill @abroadwaybody
The best decision in your life is often made when you just go for it. Not everything has to be calculated and thought of thoroughly. Sometimes, you just have to take a shot and trust how things will play out. That's what Sunshine Bakery owner Kyle Bloom believes in. Kyle joins Justin Wieland today to talk about the birth and growth of his local business. He shares how they started with the sunshine bakery and how it brought a ray of light to their community in Oakley. Listen in as Kyle takes us through his life as a pastor at Gateway Fellowship and discusses how he and his wife manage the business while fulfilling their daily roles in the family.Support the show
We are all on the path towards happiness and success (whether we know that specific goal yet or not) and nothing should deter us from bringing those dreams to fruition. Often times, we are listening to outside opinions, social media, and our own negative self-talk, which tears us down...bringing doubt, and ultimately staying stagnant with our current situation/lives. This episode is one to validate and show as a sign that you CAN accomplish that goal, you CAN take that leap of faith, and you CAN cultivate a life beyond your wildest dreams... it all starts with YOU!! You are in charge of taking control of your destiny, life, and overall happiness. If you want something, you have to JUST GO FOR IT! Thank you all for your support! Please subscribe to this podcast and write a review if you learned something. (helps with rankings) Share on social! I will repost and love to see everyone who is listening @makeithappen.podcast @amandanikhazy Have a blessed week. Whatever the goal, Make it Happen. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
HOW DO YOU LEARN? None of us truly know what the hell we are doing... In this episode, Anthony breaks down how to crush your fears and JUST GO FOR IT! Let us know what you think of the new show content and vibe by leaving us a review to get the show in front of more people! ***If you found value in this or any episode please share it on IG, Facebook, or LinkedIn on your stories and tag me so others can see the show and we can help more people*** Connect with me on Social Media at https://anthonyslinks.phonesites.com/ Learn more about the highly successful performance coaching program: Confident - The Code to Living a Life on Fire at https://createyourconfident.com/pages/group-coaching
In today's episode, I share with you a little about who I am, why I started this podcast, and what's been weighing on my heart for a long time. We talk about getting out of your own way in order to start pursuing a life you really love. I encourage you to listen to those things weighing on your heart and I challenge you to START MAKING MOVES in your life. Girlfriend, DON'T OVERTHINK what you want in life, JUST GO FOR IT!If we're not connected on Instagram yet, come say hi!My account ---> @jenna.klopfensteinEmail ----> jenna.girlletsbereal@gmail.comDownload my FREE Essential Morning Routine Checklist! https://www.subscribepage.com/morning-essentials So excited to share this journey with you!! :)
In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest Sehej discuss the creative process as an artist, copyright tips, style development, owning your craft, and the power of showcasing your OWN muses. Sehej Dasan is an artist, illustrator, and designer. Living in NYC, she has made her artistic dreams a reality by pursuing her CALLING. Within developing her own distinctive and unique art style, she has showcased her pieces earlier this year. She plans on connecting with more individuals through her artwork in the near future. Never stop looking forward, JUST GO FOR IT. Check out her journey: @sehejdasan
Ashley talks about how it all started for her and Phillip who were dating and in their early twenty's. Phillip and Ashley went to a family Christmas party and had his relative who was a real estate agent tell him about his Airbnb and said you should do this too. Phillip a true entrepreneur at heart jumped on the idea, not only did he buy one, he left his job which he really wasn't happy with, and started his own construction company. Ashley was all things decor and Airbnb, she went to work figuring out how to make this become successful, so successful they are 9X super host. Her passion for the guest experience which she learned from her job at PF Chang's restaurant carried her through being an amazing host. Learn how she makes her properties unique with a push pin map, beer cap game, and a secret photo booth. Learn about how she uses social media, specifically Instagram and Tik Tok to drive business for Phillips remodeling business as well as there Airbnb business. We talk briefly about the "FIRE" movement, financial independence retire early, what they are focused on to get there. What's next, cabin? beach house? The sky is the limit for these young entrepreneurs. Her advice to anyone of any age listening, JUST GO FOR IT. Here are all the links mentioned in the episode. Etsy- https://www.etsy.com/shop/ChapiCreations Tiktok- @peachstatepad IG- @peachstatepad Philip's IG- @Philsremodeling Tiktok- @Philsremodeling
"Just Go For It" "Don't Wait because you will be sitting there wishing you went for it until you finally make a change & you will have wasted SO MUCH TIME"In this Episode you learn we all struggle, we all have doubts but how important it is to keep moving forward even in the smallest ways.We touch on all things real & raw:-Business-Fitness-Mindset-Upcoming Launches-The importance of letting your energy shine throughREMINDER: Mindset Course is launching in..... AUGUST! Only 20 spots available, DM me "MINDSET" on instagram to secure your spot! https://www.instagram.com/p/CL8CZIyDgN6/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
We hear lots from and about CEOs, CFOs, and CIOs. In fact, we probably don't need to write out these acronyms. But what about the CSO? That's chief sustainability officer, just in case you didn't. Looking at the headlines these days, we probably need to hear more. So it's great that Chrissa Pagitsas has decided to write a book based on interviews with chief sustainability offers. The target release date is early 2022. Chrissa is a globally recognized thought leader at the intersection of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainability issues in Fortune 500 companies. She is also the VP of Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) with Fannie Mae. BOOK DESIGNED TO SHARE SUSTAINABILITY MESSAGE Chrissa was motivated to write her book by something that will resonate with many entrepreneurs. She wanted to share knowledge—and that of CSOs—with others who were set to embark on building a large business dedicated to sustainability. Chrissa says: “I was coming up to my 10-year anniversary at Fannie Mae. I've been working in sustainability and finance at the intersection of green building for quite some time, about 20 years. “There was something that I wanted to share with others, I wanted to talk about what it was like to build a large business dedicated to sustainability, with of course, environmental outcomes, positive outcomes,” she explains. First up, Chrssa encountered the big question many authors face: How would she write this book? Like other writers, she began to talk to people, including professors, authors, and people in the field. PLANNING A BOOK? FIRST LOOK AT THE COMPETITION One of the pieces of advice that Chrissa received: “Look at the competition, look at what else is out there.” She did just that and discovered Published Author host Josh Steimle's book, Chief Marketing Officers At Work, published by Apress in 2015. Chrissa tells Josh: “I came across one of your blogs about interviewing for your book. And you gave rich descriptions on how to do it.” Chriss also discovered that the perspective of CSOs was missing. “I put together a book proposal and reached out to Apress, and they said: ‘Well, you should talk to Josh because he wrote a book about this'.” When Chrissa was ready to begin, she submitted a proposal and Apress responded immediately, saying they wanted to work with her. IMPORTANT ADVICE FOR A WRITER Chrissa came away with two important pieces of advice from Josh's blog. Be Organized “One of your blogs referenced having a spreadsheet where you kept track of who you had talked to, when they had submitted the release form, and so on,” says Chrissa. “For any writer when you are working with so many ideas and moving parts, you do need to keep track. Having a system gives you more freedom to actually work out your ideas. Just Go For It! Next up, Chrissa appreciated the fact that Josh encourages people to simply begin. “I think the advice to reach out to people via LinkedIn or just just ask, because you don't know if someone's going to say yes or no. So you might as well ask.” Chrissa was also inspired by the fact that Josh emphasized not becoming frozen if things aren't perfect. “If you don't write the perfect paragraph or you don't know the right person. You have to do a draft, and then you'll refine it. Or you'll make a new contact, and perhaps that will lead somewhere,” says Chrissa. FINDING INTERVIEW SUBJECTS Says Chrissa: “I've started interviewing. Some interviews are through my network, some of the CSOs are people that I already know. And some have been friends of friends in my network. I've scheduled about seven or eight, and I've already conducted five of the interviews.” Chrissa's list of CSO's is impressive. They include Bea Perez, the chief Sustainability Officer at Coca Cola; Jim Gowan, CSO at Verizon, Katherine Neebe at Duke Energy. Fascinating conversations there. Virginie Hélias at US Procter and Gamble. If you intend to write a book based on interviews, Chrissa recommends exploring your own network first, and then asking your network for recommendations. These are the best ways of securing interviews. She's encountered two obstacles since starting her interviews. The first is that in conducting an interview, during which an executive might tell a really great story, but it needs a few more sentences for context for the reader. Chrissa explains: “I've found that doing the follow up to fill in those two or three sentences is a little bit challenging, because the only person who can really fill that in is the CSO. And I really should only expect them to review the final chapter versus ‘Oh, can I ask you one more thing?'. So that's where in the course of the interviews, if I realize immediately that I need two more sentences, then I need to interrupt and say, could you give me two more words about what this or that was and then I'll retro fit the paragraph afterwards. “Going back to an executive after the interview is not the best use of their time, not efficient.” The second challenge has to do with transcripts. Some of the interviews are 35 to 45 minutes long. Chrissa is getting the interviews transcribed, yet they come back pretty raw. The flow needs to be corrected and some paragraphs need to be re-ordered. “I've found that finding the two to three hours that I need to just think through a transcript in one big chunk has been challenging.” LINKS LinkedIn ChrissaPagitsas.com SUBSCRIBE TO THE PUBLISHED AUTHOR PODCAST If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or anywhere else you listen to podcasts. You can also watch episodes of the podcast on YouTube. And if you want to spread the word, please give us a five-star review (we read every single one!) and share this page with your friends. We also share valuable snippets from podcast episodes on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. ABOUT THE HOST The Published Author Podcast is hosted by Josh Steimle, founder of Published Author. Josh is a book author himself and his article writing has been featured in over two dozen publications including Time, Forbes, Fortune, Mashable, and TechCrunch. He's a TEDx speaker, the founder of the global marketing agency MWI, a skater, father, and husband, and lives on a horse farm in Boston. Learn more at JoshSteimle.com.
Here's what my colleagues said... oh the nerves.. but I promise to tell you the truth!
Is fear holding you back? Are you hesitating to start a business, go full on into a relationship, apply for the job you want, or make a decision that you know you need to make? Do you need that extra push, that boost of confidence to charge forward and just do it! Well, you’re about to get the tips and motivation that you need to JUST GO FOR IT! So, go on and press play and Coach Breezy Time will fill your ears with the much needed encouragement to get your feet moving towards your goals and dreams.
Episode 19 is all about what you must do in order to turn your dreams into your reality. We discuss the common hurdles that hold us back, including comfort zones, fear, “what if” thinking, urgency, and not believing in yourself or your dreams. We also provide tactical advice for jumping over these hurdles. Ultimately, Episode 19 is about just going for it and why waiting isn’t doing you any favors. You only live once and life is short! It’s time to give your dreams more power than your fears. JUST GO FOR IT! Follow us on Instagram!Like our page on Facebook.Email us at trailblazherpodcast@gmail.com.Music by Helixix
Big news! We officially have a sponsor for the 2021 Transformation Program. Ventum Racing! The meat of the episode is about setting goals, and understanding the difference between the different types of goals. Sometimes goals can support each other that move you towards your main life goal. Reach out to us about the program or with podcast questions at Just Go For It
Don’t Plan A Thing, Just Go For It | Episode 112 Thank you for coming back and listening in and we are in mid week of January! Don’t Plan A Thing, Just Go For It! How can we already not plan in the beginning of new year. With all the vision boards, planners, and goals… Continue reading Don’t Plan A Thing, Just Go For It | Episode 112
Lindy Brazier-Larkin of Sarum Velo CC is the current women's champion of the Parentini Wessex Cyclo-Cross League. In episode 2 Lindy talks to me after a recent cyclo-cross race about how she got into cycling and what drives her to race. She also tells us why she thinks cycling is so great for women of all abilities to try - "Just Go For It". This episode is also available as a video on YouTube https://youtu.be/9cS0UdPzz_4
Just Go For It. Jump in faith and promise! I believe in you. You are an overcomer, a doer, and you are totally awesome in your unique voice. Don't wait to grab a hold of life and make your dreams a reality by waiting for them to come TO you, being handed a permission slip, or getting validation from anyone but yourself. Your love for yourself, your impact in life, the power of your purpose coming alive will expand when you take the time to find your alignment. Find what you were meant to do, and do it on purpose, no matter how many hurdles and letdown and tears you cry. You've got this!Take a moment to breathe in a stillness to capture an element of peace and a new vision for your life, abandoning past pain, triggers, and failures.When we remove limiting beliefs, the ceiling breaks, and options for expansion of success becomes limitless. Step into the higher form of yourself and believe.Level up in your mindset in your role in yourself, your family, and your business. If that means removing yourself from a circle of people, a routine, a habit, a mindset, DO IT! Get curious with what a better life would be like. Abandon fear, anxiety, doubt, comparison. May new possibilities flow to you today. What are your dreams for your life? Be a Living Aura, a life-giving presence of abundance: of joy, hope, action, and love.Haven't left a review yet? I invite you to head on over to iTunes. Thanks for your support.
Whatever it is Just Go For It. Do not over think it or talk yourself out of it. Go for it this is your opportunity. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
If you haven't seen any progress on your goals or projects then this is one SOLO PEP TALK YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS! I have narrowed down the top 3 things that could be holding you back from achieving progress towards your goals. So guys its time to acknowledge whether these things are impacting your progress, then release them and stop letting you self sabotage your success. It's time to JUST GO FOR IT and make serious progress! Want to see more from the podcast? Join our podcast Facebook community via the link below: https://www.facebook.com/groups/286874909052564/about/
It's all about confidence, dahhhling! You've heard me say it at least a zillion times, podcasting is such a wonderful tool to help you grow your own confidence! And all it takes is a little bit of practice, and talking about the same thing over and over. It's actually that simple! And this week I'm talking with Chris Swail, life and health coach, and host of the podcast A Little Bit Better. She shares how she overcame imposter syndrome and the idea that a podcast could never be in her future, and turned that into a podcast that gives her listeners a huge confidence boost every time she gets behind the mic!The Missing Ingredient of ConfidenceChris says it's not so much that there's a missing ingredient, but there is a formula to why some people may not feel as confident as others, and it may not surprise you to hear her say that society is really what holds us back. We all know it's true! BUT what we don't always acknowledge is that there is something we can do for ourselves to develop that thicker skin, and it all starts with her coaching favourite, mind work.Chris Is BIG On FailureIn the sense that you should never let failure stop you! Because as soon as you've failed, you know that your chances of success the next time you try something are THAT much higher! “Okay! Did that, didn't work! Moving on!” Here's How Chris Stays Confident“Just do it!” Just record yourself and put it out there! And keep going, stick with it! The more you do it, the more you practice and let yourself evolve with your podcast, the more confident you will be. The next step will come naturally, just sit down and start talking, and record it!Don't Get In Your Own Way, Just Go For It!Couldn't have said it better myself, Chris! It's SO easy to come up with excuses to not do something, but pushing past our comfort zones to get to the place we KNOW we can be in, that we desire to be in, only takes a little bit of confidence, and small steps towards your goals. Links mentioned in this episode:Chris' website: https://www.alittlebitbetter.ca/Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisalittlebitbetter/Take Back Your Time Course: https://alittlebitbetter.podia.com/take-back-your-timeLianne Kim: https://www.liannekim.com/The Ultimate Creative: https://theultimatecreative.comFree Live Podcast Class: https://theultimatecreative.com/liveclassMy Instagram: https://theultimatecreative.com/the_ultimatecreativeGet my mini course - How To Start A Podcast:https://theultimatecreative.com/startapodcastWork with me!Podcast Production: https://theultimatecreative.com/podcastingPodcast Strategy: https://theultimatecreative.com/podcast-coachingFollow me on Instagram at @the_ultimatecreative and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to Ultimate Podcast Marketing wherever you get your podcasts! https://ratethispodcast.com/ultimate
Elizabeth “Mama Liz” Sans is the legend behind Dryft Water Sports. They began offering custom and prepackaged surf and yoga tours in 2017. They also design hand-shaped custom boards of quality craftsmanship. Mama Liz was a professional ski instructor before a knee injury forced her into the financial world. After rebooting into surfing at 51, she began her surf ventures. Today, she's making a change one surfboard at a time driving her ‘74 antique “beetle”. This week, we get to hear Elizabeth's incredible Nicaragua and Morocco adventures, her business model, and her cool surf and yoga retreats, which you definitely should include in your bucket list. She also lets us in on the concept of Reiki, surfboard-making, woman surf retreats, and her own unique way of advertising. Elizabeth has done all the things she wanted to do, and her secret to doing just that? Tune in and you'll find out! Episode Highlights:03:04 The Best Thing in The World! 13:50 Great Waters, All-Day Surfing, and Adventures!24:15 It's A Girl Thing31:26 How to Do What You Aim to Do 36:33 Creating the Perfect Surfboard 41:09 A Unique Way of Advertisement43:48 Reiki- A Healing Art47:55 Just Go For It! I'm really stoked to be back behind the mic and to be diving into a brand new season of the Oceanriders Podcast. I hope you like the new jingle and the new format. This year I've got an amazing set of guests lined up and I'm looking forward to delivering every other week an exciting and aspiring conversation with one of my guests. If you're listening to the Oceanriders Podcast for the first time, the reason I came up with this podcast in the first place, is my fascination of how the ocean and surfing in particular really shapes your life. Most of my guests are building a lifestyle that is compatible with their passion and have either built businesses or projects to fit with their passion. My guests are crushing it and really busting the surfer stereotype.“If you want to do it, just do it. If you want something, just go for it. It's okay to fail as long as you try. It's not really failing. It may not work but the next thing will work.” -Elizabeth SansToday's episode is a conversation with Elisabeth Sans aka “Mama Liz”. I had a whale of a time recording this episode and talking to a woman who's had a thousand lives. Liz has reached the summits in terms of sports and financial success. A few years ago, she rediscovered surfing and got absolutely hooked. As an Oceanrider listener, you probably know the feeling.Elisabeth has sculpted a new lifestyle and developed a handful of surf-related businesses in Nicaragua, Morocco, and the US with her company Dryft Watersports, but that's just the tip of the iceberg! I'll let Liz tell you her story. I loved this conversation because Elisabeth is so inspiring in many aspects and in particular with her youthful spirit. So without further ado, please enjoy my exchange with Elizabeth Sans.I hope you enjoy this episode.Take care, have fun, and enjoy the waves. Ciao,Imi Connect with Elizabeth:WebsiteFacebookInstagram Quotes:26:15 “Women learn better if men aren't around.” -Elizabeth Sans32:04 “Seeing that you can do it on your own makes you want to do more on your own.” -Elizabeth Sans35:00 “End the wave before the wave ends you.” -Elizabeth Sans43:06 “Better to be talked about no matter what they say. They can say whatever they want as long as they say something.” -Elizabeth Sans48:08 “If you want to do it, just do it. If you want something, just go for it. It's okay to fail as long as you try. It's not really failing. It may not work but the next thing will work.” -Elizabeth Sans SHARE THE LOVE: SUPPORT THE OCEANRIDERS PODCASTThe Oceanriders Podcast is a passion project and, if you like it, you can support it in a number of ways: 1: Share your love for this podcast on iTunes by giving it a few stars, or a review. Better still, subscribe. Anything in this direction increases my ranking and lets more people hear about my fascinating guests and how they are busting the surfing stereotype 2: Comment, and join the conversation on social media. You will find links to my social media accounts on theoceanriderspodcast.com Alternatively, you can connect with me on:Instagram: @theoceanriderspodcastFacebook: @theoceanriderspodcast Twitter: @ImiPodcast 3: Join me for an episode or sponsor my podcast! Just send an email to hello@theoceanriderspodcast.com with a quick bio and I'll take care of the rest. 4: I have created an online merch shop, called the Oceanriders Shop. It has a collection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, greetings cards, and wall art for all types of budgets, so be sure to check them out on theoceanridersshop.com.
In a constant journey to improve himself, and build stronger relationships, Jon stumbled upon a survey geared towards creating love between two people. We decided to turn the survey on it’s head and record our answers to the questions with each other, unrehearsed and unscripted. The result was a lot of fun and gives a deeper glimpse into our lives and minds. Listen for more. Enjoy!THE BASICSThis 1997 Study by Psychologist Arthur Aron studied how the 36 questions could boost intimacy between subjects.Deviating from our typical topics, we decided to go through these survey questions with each other to get to know each other and give our listeners a closer glimpse into our lives and minds. Questions are broken into 3 sets, with each set getting more and more intimate. A timer should be set for 15 minutes for each set.SET ONE: (Time: 4:19) Steve starts the clock and we let the love survey begin!SET TWO: (Time:21:00)Second round gets a little more complex, and we went a few minutes past the 15 minute mark.Correction: Jon was way off when he said 300-400 billion to 1. The actual is 400 TRILLION to 1. Take it from Gary Vaynerchuk: It’s impossible to be a human being. You Already Won. Steve’s most treasured memory- His wedding at Crystal MountainJon’s most treasured memory- His first long trip with his fiance to Tulum.SET THREE (38:00):Things are getting deep and a little cheesy sharing what we like and respect about each other. (43:50)Apparently we both hate the way we sound on this podcast, but we do it anyway. Sticking with past themes: If you want to do something, JUST GO FOR IT! (53:00)Went a little long again, thanks for sticking with us!WILL IT WORK!? (59:00):We think the questions can definitely help accelerate closeness or intimacy, but the jury is still out on whether or not they’d specifically lead to love. Email us at casuallyqualified@gmail.com and tell us what you think!
Matthew J. George holds a DMA degree in conducting from the University of North Texas, a MM degree in music education from Southern Methodist University, and a BM degree in music education and trumpet performance from Ithaca College. Dr. George is Professor of Music, John Ireland Distinguished Professor, and the Director of Bands and Orchestra at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. George also served as Chair of the Department of Music at the university for twenty years. Show Timings (00:00) Introduction (01:32) What led to reaching and performing international repertoire (05:10) What is important when choosing repertoire from a global perspective (6:50) Unique instrumentation/performance practices/authentic musical styles (8:31) Researcher and Scholar (9:52) Advice to Educators (13:28) Music for different age levels (14:27) Commissioning International Composers (16:16) Relationships in South America & story about Arturo Marquez (20:50) Music beyond Mexico into Central and South America (22:04) Don't be scared off by international repertoire “Just Go For It!” (23:32) In Closing Resources & Links Dr. Matthew George https://www.stthomas.edu/music/faculty/george-matthew-.html FB Website (Band in Minnesota) https://www.facebook.com/Band-in-Minnesota http://best-of-british-music.com/ - England https://www.brainmusic-int.com/ - or https://bravomusicinc.com/ - Japan http://www.brazilianmusicpublications.com/ - South America https://brolgamusic.com/ - Australia josephc@jclink.com.cn - JC Link Company – China http://murphymusicpress.com/ - international https://www.musicoutfitters.com/musicpublishers.htm - multiple publisher listing, including international https://www.kotta.info/news/news_emb - Budapest https://www.fjhmusic.com/band/hafabra.htm - Belgium http://celebralamusica.mincultura.gov.co/Paginas/Inicio.aspx - Colombian government site http://www.funarte.gov.br/serie-musica-brasileira-pra-bandas/ - Brazil http://pilesmusic.net/tienda/list-all-products/ or http://pilesmusic.net/?lang=en – Spain https://www.reift.ch/?p=start_page – Central Europe (Switzerland) https://wasbe.org/ - World Association of Symphonic Bands and Ensembles https://wasbe.org/repertoire-list https://www.giamusic.com/store/teaching-music https://www.windandrhythm.com/ Luisnani@hotmail.com – Argentina https://www.cayambismusicpress.com/ - South America
Today I watch Survivor Island of the Idols episode 12 "Just Go For It" and I talk a bit about Jumanji: The Next Level at the end!
Welcome to Survivor Brothers: The Ultimate Unofficial Podcast from TV Guide. This week, Fox Van Allen and Lance Cartelli discuss "Just Go For It," the twelfth episode of Survivor 39: Island of the Idols. In this episode, the Bros discuss Dan Spilo's ejection from the game of Survivor, what happened off-camera that led to the historic decision (according to People's reporting), and how it affects the game and the season as a whole. Plus, they go in on Dean Kowalski's big gamble on the Island of the Idols, whether he chose the right prize, and his many flexes (both metaphorical and literal). Then, stick around until the end of the episode for a special bonus segment with Audrey Middleton of Big Brother 17 about her competition reality TV project Sequester. Season 3 is currently streaming on YouTube and is coming to Amazon Prime in 2020. Thanks for listening. For more Survivor 39 content, analysis and opinion, please subscribe to TV Guide's Survivor Brothers on your favorite podcasting app. Follow Fox on Twitter: @foxvanallen Follow Lance on Twitter: @casuallyginger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jay, Jack, and Colleen talk about season 39 episode 13, "Just Go For It."Patreon: www.patreon.com/jayandjackAmazon: www.jayandjack.com/amazonFacebook: www.facebook.com/groups/jayandjackgroup
Jay, Jack, and Colleen talk about season 39 episode 13, "Just Go For It."Patreon: www.patreon.com/jayandjackAmazon: www.jayandjack.com/amazonFacebook: www.facebook.com/groups/jayandjackgroup
I know we all have some things that we want to do....so what are you waiting for to make them a reality instead of a dream? Is it finances, no one to go with you or just that you are nervous to do it? Whatever it is....JUST GO FOR IT!! In today's segment I talk about my bucket list and how I accomplished one of the things on my list...SOLO!!! That's right...all by myself. Tune in to hear more!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/btands/message
Today on The Celebrate Life 5/31 Podcast we have Season 3, Episode 2 interview with an awesome, Mother, Sister, Singer and Entrepreneur, Mrs. Kimberly Fox-Knight [@gimmepound on Instagram]. This great individual reminds you of grandma with her renowned poundcake recipes [ www.gimmepound.com ], instructs the youth on the piano and sings in a group with her sisters, all while being a great mother! Tune in and find out how she CELEBRATES LIFE through cakes, motherhood and appreciation for herself and others! Time Stamped Moments: [00:16] - Who Are You? What Do You Do? [00:50] - ORDER A CAKE! [01:54] - How Do You Celebrate Life? [02:20] - We Make Life Complex [02:35] - Why Do You Celebrate Life? [03:56] - What's Influencing You? [05:24] - Your Time is Your Time [06:58] - Celebrate Each Other [08:52] - What Would You Tell Your Daughter? [09:39] - Don't Let Yourself Down [11:30] - Just Go For It! [13:08] - I Respect Defiance...
Shut and be grateful if you want to live a sane life. As a person who has lived her entire life with depression and anxiety, I know a thing or two about the power of gratitude. It is my number one strongest weapon against the darkness that lurks around just waiting for an opening to steal my life. Warning, it will make you annoying perky and some grumps around you might stop being your friend. Yay! Sounds extreme, but that is the reality of a brain hardwired for depression and anxiety. Gratitude keeps me going. It keeps me on the side of light and it is also the secret to all of my successes. My fave gratitude app (it's free!): Gratitude Journal https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/grateful-a-gratitude-journal/id1197512462?mt=8 Never Miss an Episode of Just Go For It! Head over to my website and sign up for the newsletter at Melissa Hunter.com And follow me on all these fun places for behind the scenes fun and inspiration! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaMommyHunter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissahunter_insta/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ask1490 And for a real laugh on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MommyandGracieShow
Prioritizing has become a joke. Everyone talks about how important it is to set priorities, but the reality is that you can't have more than one priority. By definition a priority is "a thing that is regarded as more important than another." It's a singular thing. The thing that is the most important. Meanwhile here we are prioritizing our lives to the point where the very concept of a priority is a joke. You can't have 8 priorities, or 10 or even 5! It is not sustainable. In this week's podcast I share my own aha moment when I realized that I had made too many things a priority and that I needed to get real. Focus is the key to success and peace of mind. So let's get focused together! Never Miss an Episode of Just Go For It! Head over to my website and sign up for the newsletter at Melissa Hunter.com And follow me on all these fun places for behind the scenes fun and inspiration! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaMommyHunter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ask1490 And for a real laugh on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MommyandGracieShow
For over 30 years I have told myself that manifesting money was total BS. I believed in so many other things in life could be manifested, but not money. That was just so stupid. Actually it was stupid....a stupid story I had been telling myself for 40 years. I have some seriously deep limiting beliefs around money that kept me from being able to accept the reality that money and prosperity could be mine. One night, thanks to Jen Sincero and "You Are a Badass," I broke through that belief, went to Five Guys to get burgers and... You can pick up Jen's amazingly transformational book here: https://amzn.to/2JbtLbB That's totally an affiliate link because money flows to me freely and easily. Especially if you use that link to buy the book, LOL!! Never Miss an Episode of Just Go For It! Head over to my website and sign up for the newsletter at Melissa Hunter.com And follow me on all these fun places for behind the scenes fun and inspiration! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaMommyHunter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ask1490 And for a real laugh on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MommyandGracieShow
Fear of Missing out, aka FOMO is a real thing nowadays. Everyone on social media is sharing their cool lives, vacations and parties and we start to feel like we are missing out on the fun. It happens in business too. Entrepreneur FOMO is real and it is a real business killer. Every seminar, webinar, trade show, transformational weekend that comes in your email, you feel like you need to be there. This could be THE ONE THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING! You need to get your FOMO under control and today we will talk about how to do that. Let's get you and your business moving forward and making money and help you to find peace and prosperity in all areas of your life. Never Miss an Episode of Just Go For It! Head over to my website and sign up for the newsletter: Melissa Hunter.com And follow me on all these fun places for behind the scenes fun and inspiration! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaMommyHunter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ask1490 And for a real laugh on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MommyandGracieShow
CAN HAIR BE SPIRITUAL? We will find out today as we dive into the world of feeling the fear and doing it anyway on Just Go For It. Yes, it's my very first podcast - ever. And I'm so proud I finally did it! I just got up this morning, thought about it like I've been doing for months, but then I did something different. I plugged in the microphone, threw a pillow behind it to "reduce noise" or something, and went for it! I stopped listening to all the stupid stories I've been telling myself about why I couldn't do this and it wasn't time yet. We all tell ourselves stupid stories all the time. The fancy name for them is "limiting beliefs." I like stupid stories better. It puts them in their proper perspective. Especially when they are about the spirituality of my hair! These things not only hold us back in our spiritual journey, but in our businesses, our relationships and our very lives. An entrepreneur who believes their stupid stories cannot succeed! You need to just suck it up already and JUST GO FOR IT! To learn more about me follow me on these fun places: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaMommyHunter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ And for a real laugh on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MommyandGracieShow/featured
Join comedians Deborah Etta Robinson and Vana Dabney as they fail at everything and anything! Each episode, they will challenge themselves to get out of their comfort zones, try something new, and VERY VERY likely fail at it. Deborah and Vana will research the best methods to do things, interview an expert, and JUST GO FOR IT. Follow us on Instagram @goodjob_youfailed Tag your fails, successes, and anything in between! #goodjob_youfailed Email us at goodjobyoufailed@gmail.com Theme Song by Eli Braden: @elibraden Artwork by @banaodromo
On this episode we talk about making BOLD moves. We discuss why these moves are necessary as a entrepreneur, and how making bold moves can help with growth/ development in all aspects of your life. We also discuss how not making bold moves can actually sacrifice opportunity in your business, your relationships, and your health. What areas of your life have you been hesitant to making a bold move? What is something you keep telling yourself that you are going to do, but you just keep putting it off. What's stopping you? Fear? Doubt? The unknown? Our challenge for you from this episode is to make a commitment to actually "DOING" what you say you're going to do instead of falling into this same old habit of just putting it off and procrastinating. Don't put to much thought into it. JUST GO FOR IT! You will be glad you did! :) We hope you enjoy this episode! Thank you so much for listening! Please write a review and subscribe to our podcast show! Marina, Janie, & Dallas Entrepreneurial Talk Podcast
What does it take to get started as an ecommerce seller? How do you navigate all the ins and outs of launching your first product, making adjustments along the way, and begin planning for the next phase? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott’s guest, Toni. Toni opens up about her journey from starting her own consignment shop to launching her first private label product on Amazon. Find out how she was able to get started, learn from her successes and failures, and much more! This is a fascinating and inspiring episode that you don’t want to miss! Be Resourceful! What type of motivation and determination are necessary to launch a small business? Do you have to have a business background or can you learn the process along the way? Many ecommerce business owners have made their way using both routes. Some come from a business background, and others learn along the way. It’s helpful to hear from both experiences to see what it was that helped them succeed. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Toni. Toni grew up watching her mother operate her own small business, a consignment store. That experience gave Toni the courage to branch out on her own and start a consignment store and later an ecommerce business. One of the fascinating aspects of Toni’s journey is how resourceful she was when she started her consignment shop. To hear more of Toni’s story and to find out what you can learn from her, make sure to catch this episode! Don’t Forget to Ask Questions Admitting you need help and asking questions can be a really hard thing for a lot of business leaders to do. But if you fail to pause and seek some outside input from others at critical points in your journey, you could end up regretting it! Don’t let that be your story. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear Toni, even in the midst of her success, pause and ask Scott for some important advice. This goes to show you that successful business leaders humble themselves and take advantage of the wisdom of others. Find out what other helpful lessons you can learn from Toni’s story on this episode! Looking Ahead When you are in the middle of getting your ecommerce business off the ground, you don’t have a lot of time to look ahead and plan for the next step down the line. As busy as things get, it’s always important to take the time to step away and plot out how you plan to capitalize on your success or course correct from your failure. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear Scott and Toni talk about her next steps as she looks back on how successful her product has been and what she plans to do to build upon this growth. Make sure you sit down with pen and paper to learn from this helpful episode! Just Go For It! You’ve heard the old saying, “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” That wisdom applies to taking that step into the unknown and starting your own ecommerce business too! Don’t let fear and hesitation rule over you, take a leap and find out what you are made of! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear Toni’s story and how she was able to silence the voices of fear and doubt to start her journey toward success. What are you waiting for? Listen to this episode for the insight and motivation to move forward! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER [0:03] Scott’s introduction to this episode of the podcast! [4:00] Toni joins the podcast. [6:00] Toni tells her story, the cliff notes version. [10:00] How Toni started her consignment business. [16:00] Tomi talks about making the shift to start her ecommerce business. [30:00] How Toni launched her first product. [36:00] Scott and Toni talk about her keyword strategy. [42:00] How did Prime Day impact Toni’s sales? [47:30] What are Toni’s plans for the future? [51:00] What were the numbers Toni was looking for with her first product? [56:00] Parting thoughts from Toni. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Seller’s Summit www.theamazingseller.com/resources www.alibaba.com www.theamazingseller.com/300
Hi everyone! It’s me, Beth Anne, and today we’ve got a solo episode for you. I’m doing this solo episode because I’ve gotten so many questions from you brilliant business ladies about how I designed my planner. How do I import a product from overseas? How do I find a manufacturer? How does one scrappy business mama come up with a product idea and make it happen? I’ll give you all those answers. Let’s dive in! Listen Now On the Podcast 3:25 - First Product Iteration9:50 - Finding The Right Designer14:18 - Be An Expert In Your Niche17:54 - Your Minimum Viable Product24:03 - Improving On Your Product26:10 - Finding a Factory31:00 - Ordering Samples33:30 - Taking Presales (with Kickstarter)35:41 - Delivery Dates37:34 - If You’re Having Trouble Finding A Factory44:11 - Clearing Customs52:14 - Fulfilling Your Orders My experience with designing and manufacturing a product, as you might expect, has to do with planners. My product started originally as the the Brilliant Business Planner which launched in June 2015. That first iteration morphed to the Brilliant Life Planner, which launched via Kickstarter in August 2016. I’ll take you through this process. And rest assured the takeaways will apply to you regardless of your nice. (But to that point. I’ve heard from many of you with great ideas of planners, journals, and other paper products that solve problems in your niche.) If you have a fabulous idea for a product that you just know is going to improve people’s lives, and you know it’s a better product than what’s on the market currently., JUST GO FOR IT! Yes, there are a lot of steps and unknowns, and you’ll learn a lot along the way, but you’ll be so glad you did it. When you’ve produced a fabulous product that you can put into people’s hands and help them, it’s really an incredible feeling. That’s my pep talk as we get started :) I’m going to share my journey and the big takeaways you can keep in mind for your own product launch. First Product Iteration As my sister and I were writing our book Time Management Mama we wanted a planner that allowed us to plan our business and lives in one place. Our planner idea started with lined, blank paper. We sketched out what we wanted on those pages. We really wanted work and personal to do lists, and top 3 priorities for each week. And we knew we wanted our weekly layout to be time blocked. We just sketched it out our ideas. I should go pull up our old sketches for fun :) Neither of my sister or I are very artistic or good at drawing. These early sketches were SUPER rough. We just knew what the end result should be, but we needed help bringing it to life. From there, we found a designer to take our sketches and turn them to a digital file. Takeaway #1:Those of you trying to produce a totally unique physical product, will eventually need a CAD file. CAD stands for Computer Aided Design. You’ll need an expert to translate your ideas to this digital format, so that your factor can use and produce your product in mass quantities! We got off easy when it came to finding a designer! As soon as we mentioned we were working on creating a planner, one lady in our community reached out and said, “Hey! I make planner pages and am well versed at using Illustrator to create printables. I’d love to work with you.” (SUCH a gift, right?) This gal took our very rough sketches, translated them to Illustrator, and gave us ideas about how to make the planner even better. Takeaway #2: When you find your designer, one of the best things you can do is be really prompt with feedback. Design and development takes a lot of time. It’ll take way more back and forth than you imagined. If you want to keep your project moving forward, you need to write back to that person within 24 hours every time. Otherwise, you’ll be the kink in your own system. Then a year will go by without having a product, but it’s because you didn’t give prompt feedback! Since this time, we’ve worked with a few different designers and they all appreciate feedback. They’re in creation mode and ready to work, you just have to give the direction you want to go. You need to also give detailed feedback. Never assume that this designer can read your mind! Spell everything out for them, even when it comes down to the spacing of a line or font choices. One tip: When I feel like a piece of feedback will be hard to explain via email, I’ll do a video recording. I use a free app called liteCam HD for these quick recordings. What I’ll do is pull up those exact files that the designer sent back to me, and record my screen with me looking at the file. Following my mouse movement, I can say things like, ‘This line is too thick. And these colors aren’t quite what I wanted. But I like this section.’ Finding The Right Designer If you’re fortunate enough to have a designer reach out to you and ask you to hire them, you can always go to a site like Upwork.com and submit your job. You’ll give details about the job you need done and the hourly rate you’re willing to pay. I have to say, I’m not a huge fan of paying by the project. I know a lot of graphic designers have project fees - something like $1,500 for one project! I don’t like that at all!!! Here’s why. I want to build my working relationship with a designer and start with a few hours of work before I commit to using them exclusively. Sure, design portfolios are great. But I don’t know how well we’ll work together until I give the designer a few hours of work and we have some back and forth. How responsive will they be? How quickly do they make the changes I request? How easily do they understand my feedback? Maybe someone who’s skilled, just can’t get your vision. Or maybe you two will have a language barrier that can be tricky. You need to cut ties before the project goes too far! Again, I don’t want to pay $1,500 if it took someone 5 hours to do the work! Or $1,500 if it took a couple hundred hours and I should pay them more. For me, the hourly rate makes sense. I have them invoice me on a weekly basis, and I pay promptly. I recommend you start any designer with a small, low-impact project and go from there. It’s ideal to have a designer who is versed in both Adobe Indesign and Adobe Illustrator. (Currently, I do have two designers - one to make my signature florals pretty in Illustrator and one to format the planner in InDesign. They’re both wonderful ladies I enjoy working with!) And, as I said earlier, if you’re creating a physical product you’ll need CAD files. Be An Expert In Your Niche The last word I’ll say on product design is this: look at the marketplace and know what other similar products are on market - THEN know how your product will set itself apart. I firmly believe in the benefit of studying and becoming an expert in your product space. For example, when we were working on our first planner - I purchased 20 different business and personal planners. I bought as many different ones as I could find with different covers and layouts. I wanted to be an expert in the marketplace. What are the issues and things these products are not addressing? What do these planners do well? I knew after the first iteration of my planner that I wanted a hard cover. This is an example of a feature other planners had that we didn’t. Sure, at the end of the day a planner is a planner, but there are many little features you can customize to reach your audience. (After being frustrated ourselves that we couldn’t find weekly time-block layouts, we decided to design the Brilliant Life Planner with our weeks divided into time-blocked sections.) To this day, the Brilliant Life Planner has pages inside unlike anything else. That distinction came from us carefully considering what we needed, and considering what problems other products on the market weren’t solving. The void your business ends up filling may not be huge, but you don’t want to go through tons of time and effort to create something already existing. Knowing the void that you feel not only will steer your business development, it’ll help you with marketing later on. I see some people who don’t want to look at what others are doing in their niche and think, “I’m just going to create from my brain and it’s going to be totally unique.” While I do understand that point of view, I have experienced that you miss things by not knowing what’s out there. It’s your job to be an expert in your space. Your Minimum Viable Product Once you’ve worked with designers to come up with the digital file you’ll need to make your product, you have to actually manufacture your product! When it comes to getting your product produced at most affordable price, you will likely have to look at an overseas option. The Brilliant Life Planner is currently manufactured by a factory in China. One hurdle with using a factory overseas is they often have pretty high minimum quantities you need to order before they’ll work with you. There are a few ways you can work around this hurdle: Produce your minimum viable product, knowing there are improvements you will make over the next years. Take presales for your product. Once you have one product sample or prototype, get some photos and offer people a sample if what they’ll get. You can take presales with an expected production date in mind. I’ve done both! The Brilliant Business Planner was first produced by a printer in the Pittsburgh area. We found a printer close to my sister Sarah, and came to that printer with our planner idea and got a sense of options. This printer couldn’t do a hard cover planner, but they could do a thicker paperback cover and spiral binding. We gave them our design file and they gave us a sample. Actually our first planner had a white cover, so one immediate change we made was to make our cover a lovely shade of bluish-green. Our printer could accept a minimum order quantity of 100 units. Volia! We had our Minimum Viable Product. Keep in mind that factories will generally want you to order 1,000 units. Even with that smaller order quantity, our minimum viable product still cost us several thousand dollars to produce. The cost-per-unit was much higher with smaller quantities. And, as it usually is, much higher with a manufacturer in the United States. By going overseas to manufacture the new Brilliant Life Planner, everything on my dream sheet - product gift box, custom shipping, full color, thick monthly dividers, metal edge reinforcement - was the same price as my minimum cost-per-unit in the United States. I still don’t recommend coming up with an idea and plunking down thousands of dollars right away! If we went overseas for our first planner order, it would have cost at least $10,000 - and that would not have been a wise business move. You want to validate that people want your product, before spending tons of money to create the product. In retrospect, we even could have done presales with the business planner rather than putting our own money into the project. Once we brought our first Brilliant Business Planner to market, we were able to make sales - but I’ll be honest, those first sales weren’t great. But the women who bought this planner loved it and used it every day. We chalked up the slow sales to our planner not launching in the right season (we launched in June) and with a half-year planner. Then we tried a run of the planner closer to planner season with a full-year planner, and sold 300 units. That was great for us! Getting the timing right was huge. Using the strategy of a minimum viable product will allow you to start with small, manageable steps - and iterate your way to success. Improving On Your Product Even if you think your product is perfect right out of the gate, keep in mind that there will likely be changes your customers want. We sent out a customer survey shortly after our product first launched and asked if there was ANYTHING at all our customers would want changed. People loved our florals and the planner, but didn’t have a business and need all the sheets. They wanted the time blocking and project pages, but not the pages dedicated to growing a business. I thought I could serve a lot more women if I made the planner for any woman who wants to live intentionally. And that’s really how the Brilliant Life Planner started. Around this time, Sarah stepped away from the Brilliant Business Moms brand, so it was on my shoulders to get the new planner design in place. But it was WAY easier because we had a base of design files and could easily tweak and improve. I also knew I wanted a much smaller planner, and hardback. Our local printer couldn’t accommodate, and so that made me explore other options for manufacturing. Finding a Factory Okay, I get this question all the time. “Beth Anne, HOW did you find the factory you worked with?” You guys, I used Google and Alibaba. It’s that easy! Here’s a quote from Marie Forleo I love that applies to this entire process: “Everything is figureoutable.” It’s so true! I feel like a lot of business owners out there want all the answers before they’re ready to get started. I’ll be honest, you’ll never have all the answers. There was a moment in creating the Brilliant Life Planner when I literally had this amazing product - 1,600 planners on a boat ready to come to me - and I didn’t know how to get them to clear customs. I didn’t know what to do! Everything is figureoutable. You can do this and find the answers. You should not wait until someone comes along who is going to hold your hand. Newsflash: that person doesn’t exist! Sure there are people like me, or business coaches, who will give you a lot of information. But at the end of the day, no one person will have all the answers you need. A lot of running a business is figuring out your answers. What I did to find my factory was visit Alibaba.com. On this website, you can find factories from all over the world who show you the products they’re experts at producing. I searched keywords like: ‘planner’, ‘weekly planner’, and ‘hardcover planner’. I found a factory and was able to see that the structures of the planners they produced was really similar to what I wanted. I got in touch with this factory via email; there’s even a chatbox within Alibaba that you can use to contact the factory. I asked them very specific questions about what I needed, “What’s your estimate on the cost per unit based on these specs? How long will it take to produce my order?” The factory quickly sent back photos of other planners that they had produced, and it gave me the confidence that they could print my planner. When it comes to working with a factory, keep in mind that you never EVER EVER want to throw down cash and order 1,000 units and wash your hands’. Always order a sample first. You need the proof in your hands that this factory can produce the quality you’re looking for. You have GOT to order a sample to see if any tweaks need to be made. You want to ensure that the end result is just what you want. Ordering Samples Initially I ordered 4 samples - with my 4 different covers. The inside of the planner was the same, but the covers were different. I paid $500 to get those 4 samples produced. That investment was hefty, but think about it from the factory’s standpoint .They don’t want you to throw them $5 for 4 units and run. They need to know you’re serious about doing business with them. Their team had to work with me and my designer quite a bit to make sure the files were formatted correctly. Plunking down that $500 said to them, “This is serious money and I know it's taking you time to work with me and ship this sample.” The factory shipped the 4 units pretty quickly, since we didn’t have to clear customs with the small quantity, and got my samples within a week. After looking at these samples, I realized there were tweaks that needed to be made and corrections to the files. There were 2 covers I loved, and 2 I didn’t. I requested the changes, ordered 4 more samples. With this additional round of samples, I also included a gift box and card with each planner. Once I had these final touches in place, and was confident the factory could produce what I wanted, I picked my four favorite covers and we were in business! Taking Presales (with Kickstarter) Since I only sold 300 units of my first planner, it felt like a risk to not use pre sales as a way to test the market. We used Kickstarter, but I have to be honest I was not a huge fan of running a Kickstarter campaign. We spent a lot more money than first projected with making the Kickstarter video and photos needed to showcase the product. Plus, there’s a lot outside your control with Kickstarter. If I ever would take presales again, I would put the product in my Shopify store and explain that it’s for presale, giving people the expected shipping date. You think you’re being smart to take presales before ordering in mass quantities. And while it is smart, you can easily spend $10K getting a Kickstarter off the ground. Especially if you hire a photographer, videographer, graphics, and so on. Honestly I’d rather see more people do minimum viable products. You could set up an online store with listings, hire a photographer for a hour or two to get product photos, and go from there. Delivery Dates One thing I learned is it takes much longer than you’d expect for your product to clear customs and get to your hands. If you’re using any factory outside the US, give yourself 3 months for the product to be to you - or to your fulfillment center. I was pretty lucky with how the Brilliant Life Planner shipping worked out. I ordered 1,600 units in mid-October and was able to get them to my house by mid-December. This process was a 2-month turnaround which worked hugely in my favor, but I wouldn’t expect this kind of magic to happen every time! Give yourself at least a 3-month margin for sure. One way you can help this process along is to communicate constantly with your factory. In my case, the factory I worked with needed a 50% deposit, for materials and paying employees. The other 50% cost was required to get the planners on the boat and shipped to me. It took a month for my 1,600 units to be manufactured, and another good month for shipping and clearing of customs. (Again, I was REALLY lucky with this time frame. But in the future, I’d give myself more margin. I’m a big fan of under promising and over-delivering. Of course your customer would be thrilled to get a product sooner than expected!) If You’re Having Trouble Finding A Factory Before we talk about what it’s like to get a product through customs - which was a HUGE learning curve - I did want to point out one thing. If you’re having trouble finding a factory producing to your standards, here’s a pointer. You can look up import and export records from other companies in the US as that information is part of the public record. If there’s another company who also produces a product in your niche - a high quality leather shoe, for example - you can find out which factory that particular company used. Now, of COURSE your product is going to be different! You aren’t going to knock off anyone else, but rather fill a void in the marketplace. So back to our shoe example. Maybe you find another company with a similar, high quality leather show. Or even just another shoe company; you could search ‘TOMS import records’ or something like that. You will likely find a factory that could work with you on your shoe design if you search around. Here’s how you do it: Google search ‘import records’ for whatever company you’re searching. Be aware that the company official name may be different than how their name presents. You can find bill of laden information from many companies using ImportGenius.com. Every shipment into the United States will have a bill of laden, and on that document you can see the name of the factory. Import Genius does cost some money, you may want to try other free resources first. But if you can’t find what you’re looking for, Import Genius may solve the mystery. For a lot of products it’s a safe bet that they’re produced in China. You could use a one-country plan, select ‘China’, and see what you can figure out. TradeAtlas.com has bill of laden records also. And I was able to get a good amount of details using their free options. This will take some detective work, but using Google and possibly a few additional Internet resources and you should be able to figure things out! Clearing Customs After you’ve taken presales (if you’re choosing that route!) and have 50% to plunk down to the factory, the next step is to focus on shipping and getting your products cleared by customs. Any big shipment into the US will need to be cleared by customs. And I’ll be honest, I’m still very confused by this process. From the factory you’ll get a bill of laden and other information. What you’ll need to do next is find yourself a customs broker. How did I find a customs broker? I Googled it! (It really can be THAT easy to problem solve in your business.) I searched ‘customs broker San Diego’ and ‘customs broker Los Angeles’. From my paperwork I could see that initially my shipment was first going to Los Angeles, but then would be transported closer to me in San Diego. Obviously when it comes to working with factories overseas communication isn’t going to be as constant. But when it comes to working with people who are State-based like customs brokers and freight forwarders, it’s much easier to just pick up the phone and call them. (I did find that a lot of these places are very unresponsive to email.) I called up the first company I found, and got an answer, “We don’t do that, but try this company.” And then I got the same thing again! But finally the third company was able to help me out. Though it was a winding way to find my broker, as soon as you find a great customs broker, they’ll know exactly what you need. So my broker was able to quickly come back and say, “Hey, here’s some additional information and a piece of paper I need from your factory.” And you say, “Great, let me get that for you!” Hopefully your factory is really responsive and you can put that information into the hands of your customs broker. My customs broker filled out all this necessary information for me. There was one tricky Excel spreadsheet that I had to fill out myself, but it got done! In my case, I waited too long to get a broker. I got very lucky, but you really should have your broker lined up before your products ever leave port. In my case, my planners left port and it was another week before I found a broker to help get our products through customs. But (thankfully!) she was able to jump to action and we got the planners to port. Let’s say if you don’t have your act together, what’s the worst that could happen? If your products are waiting to clear customs, they’ll just be waiting at a port somewhere. It’s not the end of the world, but depending on factors like how the shipments are stored your product could be impacted. My factory already had a company they worked with lined up to take their shipments off the boat and put them in a warehouse. I didn’t have control over that step, so I had to wait for these parts to move. It took about a week for the shipment to get unloaded off the boat, and then finally the company could give me the status. At this point, I needed to present paperwork to prove my shipment had cleared customs and my freight forwarder could get the planners. At the end of the day, my customs broker dealt with all these nitty gritty details. (And I was so grateful for her expertise!) We did end up getting our own truck and not waiting for the freight forwarder to bring the planners to me. We called the warehouse and asked if we could come get the planners; they worked with us and told us the specs of the truck we’d need -- and we got those planners! But if we had given ourselves more margin, we wouldn’t have been so pressed for time. I can’t recommend enough that you just find a broker who has lots of experience and can help you navigate the waters. You don’t have to do this on your own! I promise, with the right help you won’t be stuck in some warehouse in Compton saying ‘let my products out!’ (Not that I know who that person would be :) LOL) Bottom line: get someone on your side who can help you. Fulfilling Your Orders We filled our own orders this run of planners, but next time we will be using a fulfillment center. How do you go about finding a fulfillment center? You guessed it, Google it! Search around and call a few up. Give them your unit numbers, your specifications, and what you need them to do with the orders. Ask for their cost to store and fill those orders, and then compare statistics from a few difference centers. Not to mention, when you call up the center you’ll get a sense of the company and how professional they are, how organized they seem. And that’s pretty much it! Let’s recap our big takeaways. Takeaways Find a quality designer who’s skilled with Illustrator and InDesign if you’re manufacturing something like a planner or journal, and CAD if you’re making a different kind of physical product. Order samples from your factory first to make sure they can create your product to your standards. And another note, if you’re having a hard time communicating with your point person at your factory, just ask if you can work with another person in the factory. (I loved working with my point person, Betta, and highly recommend her!) Find a customs broker for the largest port near you. And ask your factory where they would send your shipment. Give them the final address of your product, either your house or fulfillment center, and they’ll tell you how to get your shipment. Pick up the phone to communicate with the key players in this process! Use Google! Be a detective. And take deep breaths along the way. Ask around and you’ll always find someone with the missing link you need to create your product. Start with a minimum viable product. You will likely begin with a US-based company first and produce a tiny run, or take presales for your larger overseas factory order. You CAN do this! You can run your fabulous business and create an amazing product for your customers. And I’m curious, what are you planning on designing and producing this year? Shoot me an email and let me know: brilliantbusinessmoms(at)gmail(dot)com. And if you still have questions, I’d love to answer those. If we get lots of emails about the same question, we’ll do an episode answering them. Thanks for hanging in there with this more technical episode. Now it’s your turn to head out there and Be Brilliant.
Russ Lascala aka Swell Visuals is a New York based wave photographer. You can find him swimming in the ocean year round mostly during sun up or sun down. One day, Russ found himself awestruck by the movement of the ocean. He wanted to somehow ignite that same feeling in others, which then led him to a camera. From then on it has been an ever changing and improving outlet to show people the beauty that this planet offers. Full shownotes: http://yourcreativepush.com/swellvisuals In this episode, Russ discusses: -The story of the first time that he decided to bring a GoPro out into the ocean with him. -How he sometimes has to sacrifice his body in order to hold out for the perfect shot. -Another sacrifice he has to make of facing extremely cold temperatures. -The upgrades that he has made since taking that first shot. -A photography class he took that gave him the initial inspiration to go with the kinds of shots that he was interested in taking. -The notion of taking the same type of photograph over and over. -How he makes small tweaks or focuses on different aspects of the camera in order to create an entirely “new ballgame.” -How he physically handles the wave crashing over him after taking the shot. -How being stuck inside at a job and not out in the water during great waves was one of the biggest resistances for him. -How he is always pushing to find his limit. -One particular frightening moment when the housing got ripped out of his hands by a wave. -How he wants to share with people the beauty of the world that is all around you, locally. -How he can differentiate the photos just by looking at them, knowing which ones he has shared and which ones he hasn’t. Russ's Final Push will inspire you to find the thing that you love and JUST GO FOR IT! Quotes: “It’s really about timing, and being at the right place at the right time.” “I got to a point where I was like, this is cool, but it could be better.” “Just go with what vibrates with you.” “I have good days and bad days. But I noticed I learn a lot more on the bad days.” “All of them are the same, but if you look at them closely, there’s not one that will ever be the same.” “It’s interesting that you can get so much variety out of one thing.” “When I’m out there, my mind goes blank. It’s just like second nature. My body does what it does.” “And then I started working. I was just like, ‘Is it over?’ Because it’s just tough to balance two things.” “Just find time.” “I’m basically consumed by it, which is a good thing because it keeps my mind off of other things.” “You have to appreciate everything that is around you and see it for what it is.” Connect with Russ: Website / Facebook / Instagram / Twitter
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#29 See Yourself As Exceptional & Not Ordinary with Norisha CAMPBELL See Full Show Notes/Links: http://beyondathletic.com/29 Athlete Case Study: Germany, Professional Volleyball Player, 6’3” Middle Blocker , Former USA Women’s National Team, Florida State University Grad, All-American Honorable Mention BACKGROUND On today’s show we will talk about Norisha CAMPBELL’S duties not only as a mother, but also as a professional athlete and a very talented singer. She competed in one of the biggest singing competitions in Germany. Having these talents has given her energy throughout her life and they allow her to pursue EVERYTHING she is passionate about. We’ll talk about how she balances each of these aspects in her life. BIO Born, Norisha CAMPBELL in California, USA, on September 21, 1980. Norisha grew up in a single parent home of five kids, two brothers and two sisters. She was born in California, but grew up in Florida, later moved to Texas. Was introduced to volleyball in the 7th grade. Has a nine year old daughter, Aniya, who sings and plays tennis. Norisha has been living in Germany since 2002. Graduated from Florida State University where she played as a Middle Blocker Received All-American honorable mention. Was on the USA Women’s National Team from 1999-2002, and then again in 2007-08. Best finish as a pro player was fifth place in the Champions League with Volero-Germany. Was on “The VOICE- Germany” in 2013 and made it to the “show down.” She is also currently a singer in Germany performing live at various events. {LEAVE A REVIEW & Subscribe to #BeyondAthletic in iTunes so other can find us too! Share this with one person you think could benefit the most…} MOST GRATEFUL TODAY FOR: “That I am surrounded by wonderful friends, I have such a great family, I’m blessed with my daughter, I’m grateful that I have health.” -Norisha Campbell PERSONAL QUOTE: “Never let anyone else decide who you are or what your destiny is, if you know who and what you are, it will take you far, it is important to see yourself as exceptional and not ordinary” - Norisha Campbell MOST INFLUENTIAL PERSON IN HER LIFE: Her mother: “My mother was strong and she’s also Christian and spiritual...and she always taught me to go beyond average and to never limit myself.” -Norisha Campbell Key Discussion Points: When was one of your biggest struggles? How were you able to humble yourself? As someone who was the first person IN and first person OUT of the gym, what was it that you were doing during those time slots? When was a time that you took a risk, and you failed? How did you move forward? When was a light bulb moment in your career? When was one of your proudest moments so far in life? What has you most excited these days? (hobbies, projects, goals, etc.) Key Lessons: Prepare yourself for opportunities that may come your way, and when they do use them wisely “I went to practice everyday, I worked my butt off, I never complained, I was the first one to be in the gym and the last one to leave the gym because I wanted to work hard to earn my spot.” NC @ 10:50 Always look ahead when you feel yourself in a difficult situation Humble yourself and always encourage others instead of complaining or being negative Always work on your weaknesses “When I stayed after practice, I worked on my weaknesses, on my weak points, like my serving was my weak point and my blocking was my weak point….I gave myself a GOAL.” NC @ 12:59 ONE mistake, ONE point, never loses a whole game or match, EVERYBODY makes mistakes Average athletes give just enough, Exceptional Athletes give beyond what is required When it feels like you have nothing left to give, and you push a bit more, that is when you have given 100% “That’s when you improve, when you feel like you can’t give but you push anyways, THEN you have given that 100%.” NC @ 20:54 Having multiple passions doesn’t mean that you can only pursue one As an athlete, whether you like it or not, you will always have eyes on you, and many will look up to you as a hero As much as we love our sports, it’s important to have something to fall back on when our career is over Living abroad gives you the opportunity to see the world from a different perspective, learn the different cultures, different languages, and overall a different way of life than you are used to, as well as the opportunity to GROW UP ATHLETE'S TIP JAR What is the best advice that you have ever received? If opportunity doesn’t knock, then you I should build a door, sometime you have to create an opportunity, go out and make it happen. How do you adjust to a new team/arena? I look around and explore the gym, get a feel for the environment, I take myself away from everything and everyone, meditate through prayer, and then visualize how I want the game to turn out. What personal habit do you believe has contributed most to your success until now? If I start something I’m determined to finish it. Sleep & Morning ritual: I try to get at least 7 or 8 hours of sleep. Normally I wake up at 7 to get my daughter ready for school. When I wake up, I go to my kitchen, and I look and stare in the fridge. I try to have at least an hour to myself. How would you like to improve yourself as a person? I always try to be a better friend, mother, and athlete. What book would you give away and why? I would give away “The Compound Effect” by Darren Hardy, It teaches you how to put your life together, and taking tiny steps. With the resources you have now that you didn’t have before, if you had a do-over, what would you do differently to set yourself up for success? I would have looked for a mentor, and maybe a hero, and I would have followed that person. I also would have read a bit more. INFO Charity/Organizations/Action they take to Add Value: Volunteer work with little kids in schools. She also visits the elderly who may be alone that living in her apartment building, taking the time to talk and listen to them. “Sometimes time is the best thing you can give.” -NC Business/Work: Professional Volleyball Player Singer in Germany, performs at big events Past/Current Teams: Current- "Rote Raben Vilsbiburg, Germany Past- Barcelona, Spain; VBC Volero Zurich (Switzerland) Contact Info Here: http://beyondathletic.com/29 Definition of An Athlete? "A person that not only plays their sport as a living, but because they enjoy it and its a passion that they have and the same lessons that they learn on the court they use off the court. A role model and a leader, on an off the court." -Norisha Campbell Pieces of Wisdom “Take the gifts and the dreams that you have a live them out, we only get one life, we don't get another opportunity after this..JUST GO FOR IT.”-NC {LEAVE A 5 STAR REVIEW FOR THIS EPISODE ON: ITUNES -OR- OUR SITE WE WILL GET YOUR REVIEW TO THE ATHLETE! @BEYONDATHLETIC}
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