Podcast appearances and mentions of mark thorn

This week we talk to Onalaska girls coach and GWHCA president Mark Thorn about returning to hockey with fans, and locker rooms, and a full season.

This week we talk to Onalaska girls coach and GWHCA president Mark Thorn about returning to hockey with fans, and locker rooms, and a full season.

This week we are joined by Wausau West head coach and Wisconsin Hockey Coaches Associate President Brian Brandt. This Week in Wisconsin Prep Hockey is your look at the last week in Wisconsin high school hockey, as well as looking forward to the next.

This week we are joined by Wausau West head coach and Wisconsin Hockey Coaches Associate President Brian Brandt. This Week in Wisconsin Prep Hockey is your look at the last week in Wisconsin high school hockey, as well as looking forward to the next.

Before there was "Let's Coach with Carolyn", the show was called "Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn".  Mark and I served as co-host and were able to successfully get the show up and running.  In November 2016, Carolyn began to do the show solo and has continued to carry on the legacy. This year we are making some changes behind the scenes to bring me even better, high-quality interviews. Before we do, we wanted to take a step back in time and share some interviews from our first few years. Our very first guest was Michele "Wojo" Wojciechowski, national award-winning freelance writer and humorist, as well as stand up comedian and public speaker. She is the author of "Next Time I Move They'll Carry Me Out in a Box" and continues to warm hearts and souls with laughter all across America. Thank you Wojo for being our first guest, it was truly an honor.  So join us and we take a trip down memory lane. As you hear the technical difficulties we had, I'm glad we chose to keep on going. We have certainly come a long way...        

Romance, Relationships, and Communication - It’s More than words…. We often hear that communication is important in order to have a good healthy relationship. We hear it, but it’s also the reason many relationships end or never get started. We are expected to know exactly what our partner wants and meet their heart's desire.  We’re often giving our partners what we want, not what they want. We hold back from saying the things we want to say, asking questions we want to ask, or experiencing things in life we dream of.  We can easily become bored and start looking in other directions for what we think we need.   If we learned the language of romance and relationships, we can change the game and have a fun, strong, healthy and lasting relationship.  Part of this involves being comfortable with your own mind, body, and soul. Joining us this week to discuss how is a Let’s Coach favorite, Sexual Health Educator and Pure Romance Consultant, Mrs. Sheila Tempchin. Also joining us to offer the male perspective is the prior co-host of Let’s Coach, Mark Thorn. Tune in and learn how communication is key to creating a romantic, long-lasting relationship.

During this year's series on dating, romance and relationships, we talked about "What Men Really Want", "The Best Love Affair You Can Have" and Dating Outside the Lines". But once you have the man or woman you dreamed about, how do keep the sparks flying? It's easy to have the excitement of a new romance to keep you intrigued, but as time goes by, that can easily fade. You find yourself rarely having quality time together and you lose all of the spontaneity. Simply put, the romance is gone and it's boring. As time goes by, it's like your just existing in a relationship. Love and romance should never come down to that.   This week on "Let's Coach", returning to the show is one of our favorite guests,  Sheila Tempchin. Sheila is a Sexual Health Educator, Romance Coach, and very successful and award-winning Pure Romance Consultant. We'll be discussing some fun ways to keep romance alive so the spark in your relationship never goes dim.  Also returning to offer the male perspective is Executive and Leadership Coach, Mark Thorn. Mark served as the co-host of "Let's Coach" for several years and it's always great when he can stop by for a visit.  Relationships need to flourish all hours of the day, so tune in for this fun episode as we talk about "Love In The Afternoon".     

As we close out the final episode of our Romance and Relationship series, we wanted to spend time addressing the person who it all starts with - YOU!  Many people have experienced painful, heartbreaking relationships that have blocked them from having the passionate, intimate relationship they truly desire.  It's almost if they punish themselves, blaming themselves for everything.  They may do well in their business or career, but when it comes to relationships, they no longer feel confident, let alone sexy. They have surrendered their power and settled. Deep down they desire more but since the trust has been broken, they no longer try.  Our guest this week, nationally known Sex Expert and Coach, Jane Guyn, can change all of that for you. Jane is the author of the Amazon #1 Bestseller "Too Busy to Get Busy" and the creator of The Lover's Journey which is based on her transformational BEDROOM™ model.  She teaches her clients how to have the intimate lives they've secretly desired all their lives even when trust has been broken now or in the past.  If you have found yourself stuck and unable to move past the hurt of the past OR if your partner is the one who is stuck, you won't want to miss this episode. Listen and you will begin to feel empowered, connected and sexy again!       

Is your relationship sooo boring you are ready to call it quits? Don't give up! It may just be time for you to shake things up a bit and we are here to help!  We're kicking off our sixth season with our annual romance series featuring expert romance and relationship coaches and sexual health educators who can help you raise the game in your relationship. Starting off the series is one of our favorite guest, Sexual Health Educator, Romance Coach and very successful and award-winning Pure Romance Consultant,  Sheila Tempchin. This year Shiela will share some ways you can make your boring relationship exciting, passionate and fun again.  Returning to the show to offer the male perspective male perspective is Mark Thorn, Executive and Leadership Coach. Mark served as the co-host of "Let's Coach" for several years and often returns to the show for select special episodes.  If you are really ready to "wake up" your relationship tune and learn what you can do to generate the heat and passion you desire to have.       

On our last episode we talked about how to claim your feminine power and get the type of man and relationship you truly desire with our guest expert Relationship Coach Susan Shepard. But now that you have him, what does it take to keep him?  In this episode, Sexual Health Educator, Romance Coach and very successful and award winning Pure Romance Business owner, Sheila Tempchin, will share some tips on how to keep your relationship exciting, passionate, and fun!   Sheila strives to empower women to live a healthy and romantic life. Her favorite are the private in-home parties where, in a comfortable and safe environment, she can help women gain more confidence and feel at ease with their sexuality and enhance their intimate relationships.  During the show we are going to discuss some of the myths around sexuality and romance and provide you with a few suggestions of things you can try to spice things up a bit - all just in time for Valentine's Day! After all, in the words of our guest Sheila Tempchin, "Every woman is entitled to live a romantically enriched life!"  Oh, and guys, this show isn't just for the women - you will want to tune in too!  :-)    

This week, Let's Coach are taking a break to prepare for the winter and spring season, as well as the Christmas holiday.  Durinng this time of year we can easily get caught up in running around, shopping, thinking of last minute gifts, all while still working, that we forget one of the most important things - to take care of ourselves.  To remind you how important your health is, we are airing a show that was recorded last July with expert guest, Health Coach, Cailah Brock. Cailah is the CEO of The Rock Solid Fitness, LLC, an author, model, speaker, and certified Health Coach, Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Personal Trainer through both with American Council on Exercise and the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Her most recent book on health, fitness and weight loss titled, "Design Your Body: The Guide to Cutting Through The Fat", and she serves 10+ states in the US and reaches as far as China. Cailah has also published an exercise video titled, "Design Your Body in 25" to expand her reach and further assist clients on their journey to health and wellness. Through her work Cailah has been improving the performance of athletes and the lives health seekers for over 11 years.  So tune in and enjoy this episode as Cailah teaches you how to raise your game by designing your body for optimal health and the best life ever!  We will return live next week, 9/28/16 at Noon EST with guest Andrea Smith who was recently selected to speak at The Pink Event.     

As we close out the month of November, we wanted to replay a show we did a little over a year ago the focused on the practice of gratitude.   Many people spend the holiday season, from mid-November through the end of December, expressing what they are thankful for. But what if you embraced the concept all year long? What would life be like if you adopted a true practice of Gratitude?   This episode features the host, Mark Thorn, Executive and Leadership Coach and Carolyn R. Owens, Career Strategist, Leadership and Life Coach discussing the importance of having a practice of gratitude and steps you can take to being your own practice. Gratitude and appreciation are powerful tools that can enable you to stay focused so you can achieve your dreams and goals. As Carolyn likes to say, to have success on your own terms.  So tune in and learn how gratitude can make a difference in your career, business and life. Just a little bit of thankful can go a long way!   

 Thriving Through Change If you are struggling through a life transition and feeling overwhelmed, lost and/or confused, you are not alone – even though it feels like it. Navigating change is always tricky, but even the hardest transitions provide us with an opportunity to grow – if you are willing to take it on.  Our guest this week, Debby Barry, has experienced many transitions in her life - divorce, job loss, health issues, health issues with her daughter, starting a business and more. She knows the pain of sorrow, loss and unfulfillment but also knows what it feels like on the other side - the joy.  Debby is a certified Soul Coach as well as a Certified Law of Attraction coach. She loves to use her training and experience to support her clients in recognizing their inner beauty while also creating an environment that supports them as they create the life of their dreams.  Join us as we learn how to thrive through change and find our way to joy again... 

Let’s Coach with Mark and Carolyn - Wednesday, September 28, 2016, Noon EDT Beating Autism What do you do when Western Medicine can’t help your child?  If you’re award winning author Anne Evans, you find unconventional approaches.  When her daughter was diagnosed with autism upon entering preschool in 1999, teachers identified her as being on the autism spectrum.  After exhausting all of the specialists she could find, with no help available, Anne used her background in microbiology and started looking for alternatives.  Her search for recovery led into the world of alternative medicine; starting with diet and nutrition and ending with Traditional Chinese Medicine and three different forms of energy medicine.  Her daughter was able to make a full recovery in 3 to 4 years.  Anne turned her journey into the award winning book BEATING AUTISM.  The book describes the recovery process step-by-step and offers supporting medical evidence for recovery. Since BEATING AUTISM came out in 2015, and won three awards.  Anne has become a leader in the Mid-Atlantic Autism Community.   She has had numerous speaking engagements, including to the National Autism One Conference in Chicago.  She is a Holistic Life Coach and Children's Nutrition Specialist on top of being a microbiologist.  She has opened a practice in Annapolis, MD, coaching parents in autism recovery.  She also runs the largest alternative autism support group in Washington DC. Join Mark and Carolyn, as we talk to Anne about her success in beating autism.

Think Yourself Thin Part Two... We were so deep into our discussion two weeks with our guest Dr. Marilyn Blackston,  time ran out on us. Fortunately she agreed to come back so we can continue our discussion on Think Yourself Thin.  The number one New Years resolution made in 2015 and in most years is to loose weight. The weight loss industry is a thriving business, with companies that focus on weight-loss services making $6.3 billion in revenue in 2015.  This does not include the weight loss supplements which add billions more in revenue. Some would argue that these companies and supplements only offer temporary solutions, but continue to take money from naive consumers. So is there a better way?  Dr. Blackston knows there is. Dr. Blackston is a a Physician, Certified and Licensed Wellness Coach, and Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner who has been helping women improve their health with weight loss for over 25 years. She is the first  African-American woman to complete a surgical residency at the University of Maryland. a stress reduction treatment. She has also authored two books,"Rebuilding the Temple: A Spiritual Journey to Wholeness" and " Rebuilding the Temple: Healing for Body, Mind, and Spirit" encouraging a holistic approach to becoming healthy. So join us as Dr. Marilyn Blackston shares keys to lasting weight loss from her unique process that has transformed the lives of many women.  

The Business of Music  The music industry is dead, at least that is what some who were in the industry would say. Our guest this week, Michael Smith, founder of The Carlton Smith Music Group would argue, it's not that the industry is dead, but the rules have changed. In order to survive in the game you have to know what these rules are, how to protect your interest and how to have the right connections. In 2014 he launched The CSM Music Conference and Expo to honor and celebrate the long standing history of music while enlightening and educating those who want to succeed in the music business.  Michael got his start in the music business in New York, the city known as birthplace of hip hop, freestyle, doo wop, bebop, disco, punk rock, and new wave. While there he worked as a  Radio DJ and also held positions as an  on-air personality and associate producer. He has been featured on projects listed in Amazon Studios, MSG Networks and BET. He currently Hosts CSM Radio on WMUC 88.1FM at the University of Maryland, College Park and produces music of various genres. Tune in as Michael shares some tips and strategies on the business of  music and how to survive in what some say is a dying industry. For those not in the music biz, you'll want to tune in and learn how these tips apply to your business or career. 

Think Yourself Thin... The number one New Years resolution made in 2015 and in most years is to loose weight. The weight loss industry is a thriving business, with companies that focus on weight-loss services making $6.3 billion in revenue in 2015.  This does not include the weight loss supplements which add billions more in revenue. Some would argue that these companies and supplements only offer temporary solutions, but continue to take money from naive consumers. So is there a better way?  Our guest this week knows there is. Dr. Marilyn Blackston is a boarded as a Otolaryngologist-Head and Neck Surgeon. and the first  African-American woman to complete a surgical residency at the University of Maryland. She also holds a certification as a Wellness Coach and in Emotional Freedom Technique, a stress reduction treatment.  Her area of expertise is assisting middle-aged professional women embrace a permanently healthy lifestyle to the point that they naturally lose weight and are able to discontinue prescribed medications. Find out how you can Think Yourself Thin as Dr. Blackston shares tips and strategies from her unique process that has transformed the lives of many women.  

Mark and Carolyn will not be airing live this week as they are taking time off for some summer fun. In their absence they invite you to enjoy a rebroadcast with one of the shows favorite guest Sheila Tempchin. And remember - If it ain't broke, make it better!  Rebroadcast: "Love is a Verb..." - Romance and Relationship Series  According to this weeks guest we should all consider the word LOVE as a verb.  "It’s in the smallest gestures we do for our loved ones to make them feel special & appreciated. It’s that constant give and take that will determine how your relationship will flourish."   So how does one keep the fire and passion burning in their relationship?  Where does it all begin?  Mrs. Sheila Tempchin, certified Sexual Health Educator is here to provide ideas and tips that will answer these questions. Sheila lives by and teaches women that - "Every ...woman is entitled to live a romantically enriched life".  In addition to being a Sexual Health Educator, Sheila also works with Pure Romance, LLC and has worked with them for over 6 years. For her dedication and continuous positive efforts, she has received the Gold Standard Award from Pure Romance.  Sheila is a Leader and Trainer dedicated to educating women. Her favorite are the private in-home parties where, in a comfortable and safe environment, she can help women gain more confidence and feel at ease with their sexuality and enhance their intimate relationships. She prides herself by making a difference in women's lives. So tune in to Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn and learn how you can add a little, or a lot, of spice to your relationship!   

What's Your Dream... One of the main issues facing the United States is the national debt that is being passed on the next generation. Founded by Rochelle Baltimore,  Dream In Motion, a non-profit organization, was formed to mentor, train and create a nationwide network of entrepreneurs and community outreach givers. The concept is to help kids from the age of 5 and older with time management, goal setting, and making step by step plans to reach their dreams and make them a reality. Rochelle has a passion for working with children. During her days as a professional dancer with Dallas Black Dance Theater, she taught underprivileged children in the foster care system private and free dance lessons and taught at an alternative school for troubled high school students.   After being hit by a drunk driver in 2012,  Rochelle combined her background in teaching and engineering (she worked at IBM and Oracle) and founded Dream In Motion. With her innovative approach to education through business learning, she has successfully developed "Kid Entrepreneurs" and continues to do, making a difference in the financial lives of many.  Tune in as Rochelle shares with us how she created a successful non-profit organization, the impact of the work she is doing and what we can do to make a difference in the lives of America's youth, our future.   

Create Your Commercial How’s your 30-second commercial?  We all need one.  It tells the world our unique why and who we are.  For those of us in the professional world, it’s a requirement to get noticed and remembered.  Not everyone has one, and even if you do, it can always use a bit of polish and improvement.  Steve Hall can help.  He has developed an easy to follow template to help you make your commercial the best it can be.  Join us as we talk to Steve about making your commercial the best it can be. Using his extensive business and sales leadership experience, Steve Hall developed an interactive training program based on his real-world success and the Sandler Training programs. Steve’s training focuses on the power of reinforcement, role-play and real life examples to increase his clients’ success. These are not one-shot seminars, but planned frequent training modules designed to take the sales team through the techniques necessary to avoid the traditional Buyer/Seller dance, prospect more efficiently and create a formal plan to logically follow the sales path to a decision. His unique benchmarking and assessment tools can save businesses tens of thousands of dollars in lost performance or bad hiring decisions.  Steve conducts both “public” and private engagements with his clients. He utilizes a training center in Annapolis, MD for his “public” clients, and also works directly with companies one-to-one at their business, via video teleconferencing, or travel. He can be engaged for Sales Meetings, keynote speeches or one-on-one coaching. Join Mark and Carolyn, as Steve helps us create and enhance our elevator speech.

Building Leaders Rick Sneade builds leaders.  Head football coach at Calvert High School, Rick uses football to enhance the lives of the young people he lives with.  He teaches and achieves excellence, not only on the field, but more importantly, in life.  He believes that everyone is a leader and shows them a better way.  He goes beyond, developing programs that build character and promote community involvement. He has several new and exciting initiatives underway.  Join Mark and Carolyn, as they talk with Rick about motivating young people to be better in their lives and the world.

 Building Your Dream with The Millionaire Molder  Every business starts as a dream. For that dream to become reality takes focus and know-how. Too many business owners operate in the dark, spending unnecessary money on things they don't need. You can become overwhelmed by so many people telling you what to do and how to do it. Our guest this week, The Millionaire Molder, author, speaker and coach, Pas Simpson, assist business owners by taking the guessing out so they avoid making costly mistakes that impede growth. One of his key secrets - Happiness! Also known as The Happiness Engineer, Pas spreads joy from his very first smile. Whether in his coaching sessions, daily videos, or lighting up a stage, Pas' mission is to help create a happier, healthier, wealthier world is evident. He teaches people how to make the choice of happiness and to define what success feel like to them. Pas has dedicated his life to opening doors that were previously closed for others. So tune in and learn how you can attract success, and the importance of a key ingredient - Happiness!

Money Matters with Chella Diaz... One of the things keeping a lot of people up at night these days is finances. It seems like you just can't get a handle on it. Just when you think you can, here comes the next setback.  Our guest this week will tell you, not to give up hope, you can set financial goals and you can manage your money. Chella Diaz is a proud mom, speaker, author and consultant - an expert on Money Matters.  Chella’s fascination with how the wealthy handle their money began at an early age. She was inspired to begin saving at the age of nine and by the age of 17 purchased her firstcar followed by her first house at the age of 23. With over 20 years in the banking and finance industry, Chella witnessed the struggles and misinformation many people had regarding a basic understanding of money management. During our interview Chella will discuss some of the myths about money, share tools we can use to make, grow and keep money and share the number one tool the wealthy have used to get and stay wealthy.   Listen and learn how you can make your money work for you!  

What’s your why? "There are two great days in a person's life - the day we are born and the day we discover why!" - William Barclay Why know your why?  To differentiate and distinguish your business in the age of smartphones and other distractions, you need loyal, connected customers and inspired, aligned team members. Now, more than ever, you must stand out, you must matter; and you must be authentic. To avoid competing on price, or worse, being ignored, you need to create compelling, memorable, WHY-based communications directed at the right internal and external audiences… always and at all touch points. While your competition is marketing WHAT they do: Unleash and Express Your WHY in order to:  - Draw the right people to you  - Cultivate collaborative, aligned Team Members and Partners who pull in your direction… and remain with you  - Generate connected, enthusiastic, referring, Clients, Customers, Members and Investors who advocate for you Beth Perl Berman believes in making a profound, positive impact on leaders and their teams.  Her WHY-based, Compellications™ (compelling communications) approach brings relevance, glue and power to your words, enabling you to compel your ideal audiences to Buy In, Sign On, Buy and Refer… and advocate for your success. Join Mark and Carolyn, as they talk with Beth about the power of Why.

They’re Back Ruth’s Miracle Group Home Foundation has grown and is serving even more women and children in Southern Maryland.  Founder Ms. Veronica Alston and her staff rejoin us on the show to talk about their new endeavor, a home for homeless women and children.  Ms. V’s Place opened early this year to respond to the need Ms. Alston saw in the community.  This expands her already impressive outreach that started in 2009 with the opening of Ruth’s Miracle Group Home, a transitional facility for at risk/homeless women.  She saw a need to accommodate women and their children and added Ms. V’s Place.  RMGH Foundation provides a safe haven and a chance to start life over.  The overall goal for every client that joins their family is growth and development that results in full independence and a self-sufficient lifestyle.   Join Mark and Carolyn as we talk to Ms. V and her staff about what’s up with the foundation – both at the original women’s home and their brand new facility.  We’ll be broadcasting live from Ms. V’s place.  Enjoy what is always a lively and uplifting conversation with the ladies from RMGH.

A Father’s Love for His Daughters There is no bond quite like the bond between a father and a daughter. From him she learns how a women should be treated, how to have a healthy self-image and to dream big. She acts like she hates his overprotective nature but really that is what keeps her feeling safe. She knows he has her back know matter what. This is the ideal father-daughter relationship, unfortunately many young girls don't have this experience. Our guest this week, Vanessa Smith, best-selling author speaker foundeer and CEO of Vanessa Smith Speaks and IPlush Information Systems, (www.iplushinformationsystems.com), is one of those women. In her book, Kingdom Treasures the Father’s Love for His Daughter’s, Vanessa discusses her estranged relationship with her father and impact it had on her life. Overtime she was able to lean on her faith healing her broken heart and free herself from the emotional prison she was living in. On the interview Vanessa will share her story, the impact her relationship with her father had on her life, and the gift of forgiveness she was able to give. For those who are struggling with their relationships with their fathers, we hope this show will inspire you to break free from your emotional prison and embrace the power of forgiveness.   

To run any successful business what is the one thing that is consistently needed? Clients!  However, attracting clients can be a challenge for many business owners. Our guest this week, Kelly Marianno, has created a seven step process that will help any business owner rapidly attract clients, resulting in an increase in impact and profits.  Kelly Marianno is a professional speaker, business coach, entrepreneur, published author and has served as the president of Covenant Toastmasters in Philadelphia, PA.  He has helped numerous business owners to create greater income, produce quicker results and have more consistency in their outcomes. His goal is to provide business owners with the necessary tools to succeed in business, including insight into the mindset, determination, resilience and other factors which will enable them to succeed. In order to ensure that his legacy of building leaders is fulfilled, he founded I.M.P.A.K.T. in 2012 to serve as the forefront for the principles that he will share with his audiences and clients.   Tune in to Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn with guest Kelly Marianno and learn how you can grow your business by attracting the clients you are looking for. 

How Busy Professionals Can Stay Cool, Calm and Connected this Summer  Our guest this week, Cassandra Herbert knows maintaining optimal health is the key to your wealth.  For the busy professional this can be a challenging and is often the last thing one thinks about.  In this interview, Cassandra will discuss what Traditional Chinese Medicine has to say about summer and give you simple strategies you can start today to achieve optimal health and wellness. Cassandra serves as a holistic nurse psychotherapist, wellness educator, nutrition coach, speaker, author and CEO of Zest and Harmony Counseling and Coaching.  Zest and Harmony Counseling and Coaching supports The Busy Professional, On The Go Woman who secretly feels overwhelmed and fatigued shift to feeling healthy, happy, energized and at ease in all areas of her life. What makes her work unique is she blends her experience as a holistic nurse, psychotherapist, wellness and healthy eating coach and has developed an eight part holistic system that shows the Real-Life Superwoman how to nourish all areas of her life because Harmony is truly the new sexy!  So tune in and learn how you can  increase your wealth by achieving optimal health...    

Getting to know YOU... Personality assessments are becoming more and more widely used in business. Not only are they used in our professional lives but also to improve our personal lives. But what are they actually measuring and what is the true value of taking one? Are they a misleading hoax or are they really enlightening allowing you to get to know yourself better. Today on Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn we are going to talk about the different types of personality assessments, how they can or can not help you and things to consider before taking one. Both certified coaches and certified to administer various assessments, Mark and Carolyn will share their experiences and how assessments have impacted the lives of their clients. You will also get to know more about Mark and Carolyn as they open up about their personal experiences with assessments. Oh, and there will also be a free giveaway! So tune in and learn what you need to know about personality assessments.  

Let’s Coach with Mark and Carolyn, Wednesday, May 11, 2016, Noon EDT Why Search Engine Optimization (SEO) matters... The world of marketing in the internet age is rapidly changing.  With the advances in technology and a large portion of the population having smartphones, more and more people search for businesses and information on the internet.  For ALL business owners, this means your target market is using the internet and they need to be able to find you. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is the answer! This week on Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn, our guest, Susan Schauer-John, will discuss the importance of SEO and why you should care about it.  Susan, a recognized expert in SEO, is the founder of Spider Web Connections, a digital marketing agency specializing in web design and development, graphic design, branding, social media, and content management. Susan says, “It is not enough to simply put up a website. It needs to be a living, breathing, selling document that productively communicates your business message.” Join Mark and Carolyn as we talk to Susan about the importance of SEO, tips and strategies you can use to improve your business and how she runs a successful digital marketing agency

Are You Prepared for the Worst? What if you were in a serious accident or became ill, what would happen to your business? Our guest this week, speaker, author, and friend to many, Anna Renault, has survived several diagnosis of different forms of cancers as well as other near death experiences. With her most recent diagnosis in 2015 of metastatic cancer, she realized as a business owner, there were things she was not prepared for and did not have in place. She has spent numerous hours researching, meeting with lawyers, webmasters and other experts putting a plan in place, developing list and creating documents that will make for an easy transition. She now shares the information with other business owners so they can be prepared for the worst.   During this episode Anna will share what she has learned so you can put processes and plans in place that will secure your legacy and avoid some of the challenges that arise when tragedy strikes.You never know when tragedy will strike, so join Anna, Mark and Carolyn and learn what you need to know.  We hope to bring awareness to business owners by addressing an important issue no one likes to talk about it.  

Health is Your Greatest Wealth Invest in your health and improve your life.  Focus on health and wellness creates abundance in all areas of your life.  Jennifer Lancaster works with her clients to take their health back.  She has worked with over 3000 people in the last three years.  Her coaching has allowed them to seize their health and become better parents, smarter entrepreneurs, and more involved friends and significant others.  Her clients make better decisions and increase their contributions to the world. Jen is a health and fitness expert and has been in the wellness industry for fourteen years.  She has an extensive background in personal training, nutrition, and mindset coaching.  She loves helping people become the best versions of themselves. Tune in to this week’s episode of Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn as Jen shares how you can invite more joy, fulfillment, and passion into your life.  It's time to celebrate!

Say Yes to YOU!  Are you ready to upgrade your lifestyle by saying ‘YES’ to yourself?   Regardless of where you are in life, there is an irresistible inner-self that is waiting to emerge to the surface. This magnetic self can be created in any moment, while constantly evolving to attract virtually anything that is missing in life. Our guest this week, Lorie Woodruff, is here to show you how. Lorie is an author, speaker, multitalented real estate extraordinaire, and host of Lorie TV. She has presented countless seminars on personal growth, real estate, credit repair and business opportunities, and has appeared on TV One with Roland Martin and several radio shows and magazine covers.       Her most recent book, "Unleash Your Irresistibility, Secrets to Making Every Man Want You" is the quintessential guide to understanding the nuances of personal, spiritual, and professional attraction. This book unveils the secrets to attracting virtually anything you’d like to possess and/or experience.  But don't let the title fool you, The Unleash Your Irresistibility approach is quite unique as it is more than a book about sex and relationships.  It’s about healing every false thought you’ve ever had about personal and business relationships.  It’s about waking up and being alive, being expressive, and most importantly, being you!  With the ability to say “Yes,” all doors are open to your dreams and future.  So if you are ready to say YES to YOU, tune in with host Mark and Carolyn and guest Lorie Woodruff and upgrade your lifestyle...  YES! 

Paying It Forward Paying it forward matters.  Top-selling Realtor, Debbie Henninger knows how.  In addition to her real estate career, advising women on protecting their real estate assets during divorce, and sitting on several community boards, Debbie has a passion – improving lives of pre-mature babies and their parents.  She raises funds to improve and expand MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Debbie is putting on a new fundraiser this year.  In conjunction with Damian Bohager and his company, “The Gathering” they’ll be putting on The Gateway Gathering and Music Festival at the Crossroads in Middle River, Maryland on Saturday, May 7th, starting at noon.  It will combine great Music and great Food Trucks all to benefit the Franklin Square NICU.  Come out and listen to live music, have some great food, and improve the lives of newborns and their families. The NICU provides a full spectrum of Neonatal services to approximately 2,700 delivering mothers per year. Approximately 40% of the OB patients who deliver at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center require neonatal care at the time of the delivery. The Neonatal medical team is made up of Neonatologists and Neonatal Nurse Practitioners. They collaborate with Registered Nurses, Respiratory Therapists, Occupational/Physical Therapists, Pharmacists, and Social Workers who are specially trained in Neonatal Care. The NICU provides 24-hour care 7 days a week. Join Mark and Carolyn, and Debbie as we talk about the joys of paying it forward. Let's Coach

Technology - Friend or Foe? Everyday it seems like you hear about a new gadget or program that can increase efficiency and productivity in your business and life. Many tools have been developed that will now automate and manage your business so you can accomplish much more in less time. Companies have now modified their strategies to include technology into the business planning process. But, has technology become a hindrance to business growth?  Are there times when technology can cost you revenue impacting your bottom line? Our guest this week, Vanessa Smith, is here to help you sort it all out. Vanessa is the founder and CEO of Vanessa Smith Speaks and IPlush Information Systems, (www.iplushinformationsystems.com), a consulting company that provides insight, strategies and top shelf consulting and direction to individuals, as well as new and existing businesses to help them navigate in the 21st Century of all things technology. "If you have an idea we have a strategy,” is her motto for IPlush Information Systems.  As a veteran of the United States Marine Corps (USMC), Vanessa served her country proudly for over eight years. She is also a best selling author, speaker and resiliency expert. She believes you should never give up regardless of the circumstances, the best is inside of you and it is possible to live your best life ever when you choose to be resilient! So tune in and find out how you can be resilient and  if technology is really your friend or foe.....   

 Creating Your Visual Brand Identity  Did you know that 90% of information that is transmitted to the brain is visual?  As an entrepreneur/business owner, in order to be seen, heard and make a lasting impression, you must have a Visual Brand Strategy. This weeks guest Karen J.Brand, is going to show you just how to create one. Karen will explain why visual brand identity is important and what you need to consider when creating your strategy.  Karen has been a graphic designer for over 20 years, starting in corporate America, where she worked in advertising, logos, and print design for all kinds of businesses, including restaurants, foundations, and associations. She found she had a unique gift and could intuitively connect with her clients and their deep-down purpose for their business. Through this process she was able to create websites and graphic designs that assisted with attracting their ideal clients.   Karen now uses her process in her own company, Wings of the Sun, creating designs that have been proven to truly build your business and your online reputation.   So tune in to Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn with special guest Karen J. Brand and learn how you can stand apart visually from the competition.  

 Creating Your Visual Brand Identity  Did you know that 90% of information that is transmitted to the brain is visual?  As an entrepreneur/business owner, in order to be seen, heard and make a lasting impression, you must have a Visual Brand Strategy. This weeks guest Karen J.Brand, is going to show you just how to create one. Karen will explain why visual brand identity is important and what you need to consider when creating your strategy.  Karen has been a graphic designer for over 20 years, starting in corporate America, where she worked in advertising, logos, and print design for all kinds of businesses, including restaurants, foundations, and associations. She found she had a unique gift and could intuitively connect with her clients and their deep-down purpose for their business. Through this process she was able to create websites and graphic designs that assisted with attracting their ideal clients.   Karen now uses her process in her own company, Wings of the Sun, creating designs that have been proven to truly build your business and your online reputation.   So tune in to Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn with special guest Karen J. Brand and learn how you can stand apart visually from the competition.  

Reach Your Potential – with Robert Woolley  Robert Woolley’s Edge Training Academy has one goal in mind - promote student athletes in a direction that aligns them with their individual goals as students and athletes. He trains young people to excel and be noticed in today’s competitive world, by developing their skills in the classroom and on the playing field.    In addition to developing student potential, Edge Training Academy, provides training and development for individual adults, groups and teams. Robert has also founded the Giving the Edge Foundation which provides the external support and internal strength that young people need to grow into successful, caring, responsible and productive adults.  The Foundation achieves this through providing opportunities for youth to engage in community service projects, athletic training and scholastic achievement development. Join Mark and Carolyn as we talk with Robert about helping people to reach their potential.  To find out more visit their website at http://www.theedgetrainingacademy.com/#!maintenance/c66t.   

Behind the Scenes of a Successful Business Plan with Toni Stovall  Many business owner find it unnecesary to spend time creating a business plan. They have such great ideas they just step out and start making things happen. But, every business owner should have a business plan. It's crucial that you properly structure your business concept so that your actions will lead to success. If you are just starting your business and don't have a business plan, you have been in business for awhile and haven't touched your plan since you started or you might be feeling lost and not generating the revenue you would like to, this show is for you! Our guest this week is Toni Michelle Stovall, CEO/Consultant of Evolution Professional Business Solutions, LLC. where they provide professional, quality business coaching and business plans.  Toni has spent years in management, joined a host of professional organizations and served in leadership roles in the community. She has served as a civil servant for the Federal government for over ten years.  During the show Toni will share the importance of having a business plan, how it increase your bottom line and strategies to get a business launched with few missteps.   Join Mark and Carolyn as they go Behind the Scenes of a Successful Business Plan with guest Toni Stovall.  To find out more about Evolution Professional Business Solutions, LLC please visit their website at http://www.evoprobizsolutions.com/. 

Your Signature Element - Creating Style that Gets Results with Lisa Torba What Does Your Style Have to do With Your Business? Everything! Today more than ever, what you wear is how you showcase yourself to the world. Imagine having the power, persuasion and positioning of the elite leaders in your market, being sought after by your dream clients and loyally followed by your teams.  Our guest this weeks, Lisa Torba, image transformation expert, has the tools you need to dress authentically so you can - be seen and heard for who you are, create a commanding presence and the confidence to increase your visibility and,amplify your message and attract your ideal clients.  After transforming their look, Lisa’s clients (both men and women) have made more money, landed dream jobs, met their partners, received more compliments and felt more confident presenting themselves than ever before! Lisa is also a dynamic speaker and workshop leader and brings her 20+ years of business and sales experience, as well as a lifetime love of beauty and shopping to her business.  Learn more about Lisa on her website at  http://www.yoursignatureelememt.com. 

The Process Matters...  Sometimes it takes more than faith. While faith is important to daily living, "process" positions and develops us to see beyond ourselves and our circumstances. In her new book, "The Process Matters", Andrea M. Smith, shares the challenges she endured and reveals the journey she took leading her to uncover how it would take more than faith to withstand and move through one of the most difficult times in her life.  Andrea, author, speaker and entrepreneur, is the founder of Restore Such Ministries and CEO of SAS Web & Graphic Design. Her mission is to help others with emotional hurt successfully breakthrough and overcome oppressive struggles. She is motivated to advocate, teach and counsel so that women may discover who they were created to be.  Tune in to Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn as Andrea shares her story of molestation, healing and forgiveness, learn why faith sonetime is not enough and how "the process" can begin to help and heal you today. 

Romance and Relationships Series Part Four - Say Yes to Building Better Love Relationships.. To close out our series on Romance and Relationships , we are honored to have back with us one of our all time favorite, guest - Gary Loper. Gary Loper is a Life, Business and Social Media coach who knows all about having meaningful, engaging relationships both in our professional and personal life.  He is the author of 20 Secrets to Building Better Love Relationships  and embraces the philosophy - A loving relationship is the most important investment you will make in your lifetime!  This philosophy is contrary to his dysfunctional upbringing where he learned his first lessons of love, relationships. Through his experiences, was able to realize the impact and importance of connection, and understood what was needed to build and create meaningful relationships. He applied those experiences with his extensive studies as a vehicle to live a purposeful life, to help others. He learned that his purpose was to empower people to discover their gifts, develop confidence and create better relationships with themselves and others in their lives.  So tune in and learn how you can begin to say YES to building better relationships...  

Romance and Relationship Series Part 3 - Learn to Navigate the Maze of Love  How Do You Love? Sounds like a pretty simple question and yet it’s one we don’t often ask ourselves or even think about. Do you tend to love with the head or the heart? How does sex fit into the picture for you? Do you forgive by default? During part three of the romance and relationship series, our guest Certified Relationship Coach, Chris Armstrong, will explore these and other questions.  Chris doesn’t care for textbook philosophy and status quo views on men and women. His advice is rooted in modern realities of men, women, sex and love. He believes awareness is key and in the importance of being who we truly are, letting the right person find us and love us based on that alone!  Chris works with individuals and couples on self-awareness, social awareness, communication, conflict, sex, social comforts and several other areas that can make dating and relationships a difficult journey.   So tune in and we navigate the maze of love with expert Chris Armstrong, taking your love to a whole new level. 

Relationships and Romance Series, Part Two  -  Dating in Midlife, it ain't like it use to be! Let's face it - dating in midlife is different then dating in your 20's.  So much, that one often throws in the towel and says "Forget it - I'm just meant to be alone". Maybe you are you someone who hides behind your fears, telling yourself all the reasons why you should not date or you use your children as an excuse.  You can come up with some real good excuses on why you won't get back in the dating game but deep down you know you truly desire to have that someone special in your life. Maybe you feel lonely, confused, and sure that you’ll never find love again?  As a dating and relationship coach, our guest this week Ronnie Joy, The Midlife Dating Coach, works with midlife singles looking for love and makes the daunting task of jumping back into the dating pool FUN! Ronnie will share some tools and techniques that will help you enter the dating world with confidence, giving you everyday strategies to find romance and the partner who’s right for you. Ronnie will be sharing strategies to help you get back in the dating game and if you are dating, tips to help you find that special someone! Learn about the impact of first impressions, dating readiness and more! Ronnie will also be doing some on the spot coaching for those who call in to the show.  So tune in, get over your fears and get back out there again. You owe it to yourself to find that someone special for you! 

Relationships and Romance Series, Part One  - Ignite the Fire: Bring Back the Fun & Romance!  Let's face it, being in a relationship is work and sometimes can become a little boring. This reminds me of a quote from one of my favorite movies, Love Jones. It goes like this "When people who been together a long time say that the romance is gone, what they're really saying is they've exhausted the possibility". But this week on Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn, we are going to talk about the possibilities - how to have fun and keep the spice going in your relationship.  Sheila Tempchin, Romance Advisor, Certified Sexual Health Educator  and very successful  Pure Romance Business owner, empowers women to live a healthy and romantic life.  Her favorite are the private in-home parties where, in a comfortable and safe environment, she can help women gain more confidence and feel at ease with their sexuality and enhance their intimate relationships. She prides herself by making a difference in women's lives, mentoring women for personal development and living life to the fullest. Sheila lives by and teaches women that - "Every woman is entitled to live a romantically enriched life". Join us as discuss how to keep the fire and passion burning in your relationship - and just in time for Valentine's Day! 

Twice the show Today we’re splitting the show down the middle – you get two shows for the price of one! In our first segment, meet entrepreneur Deidra Bass – owner of Bass Travels, LLC, where she specializes in “Enhancing and Upgrading” lifestyles to get people busy living vice just existing.  She gets people in touch with their “Why” and uses travel to help them find their passion.  Deidre brings her passion for Service Leadership to helping her clients reshape their lives. The second half of the show is devoted to a non-profit incubator running as part of Chesapeake Charities.  The community foundation’s Executive Director, Linda Kohler, is helping non-profits learn how to do business better.  The incubator’s first year saw five seminars training non-profits to enhance operational effectiveness.  2016’s plan includes more opportunities for excellence. Join Mark and Carolyn as we talk with two servant leaders who are making lives better. If it ain’t broke, make it better!

Get Healthy Margaret LeDane wants to help you get healthy.  She is a certified health coach and owner of Champion Health Consultants, an on-site employee wellness business specializing in weight loss, nutrition and positive thinking.  After healing her own health issues, she now helps improve wellness for hundreds of clients. Join Mark and Carolyn as we talk with Margaret about what a health coach can do for you. If it ain’t broke, make it better!  

Time to set some New Year Financial Goals!   This month Mark and Carolyn have provided you with tips and strategies for achieving your goals in 2016 and beyond. This week the discussion continues as they focus on one area that's often left out - financial goals.  Mark and Carolyn will be joined by Navy Veteran and Edward Jones financial advisor, Robert Digsby who truly believes in educating everyone on how they can put their financial puzzle together.  Whether it's planning for retirement, saving for college for children or grandchildren or just trying to protect the financial future of the ones that we care the most for, you need to take the time to identify each goal and develop a strategy to address it. Join Mark and Carolyn as Robert shares tips that will help you achieve your financial goals and create a financial legacy you can be proud of. 

"Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn" - January 6, 2016 Noon EST Act Strategically Setting goals can be tough - acting on them is tougher - it gets even harder when the goals are strategic.  Join Mark and Carolyn as they follow-up their goal setting show with ways to develop and act on practical stratgegic goals.  Acting strategically transforms your life.

Make It Diamond.... Have you attended an event and thought  - Wow, this event is just awful!  Or, have you wanted to plan an event of your own but feel overwhelmed just thinking about it? Well this weeks guest will teach you how to make your event shine and have people asking, when are you planning next event!  Tamika Josephs-Smith, CEO and Event and Marketing Consultant for Diamond Event Services, LLC, successfully puts on an annual women’s expo named The Pink Event® that is now entering its sixth year. This unique event has grown so much she has had to change the location several times but continues to plan a stellar event.  She is sought out by industry leaders and has planned numerous events for clients to include conferences, workshops, weddings and other corporate and social events.  Tune in as Tamika shares her secrets to success along with tips and strategies to help you market and plan your next event so you can Make It Diamond! 

 I Wish I Could......  Have you ever heard the saying, "A goals without a plan is just a wish"? During this time of the year many people start thinking about things they wanted to accomplish but somehow did not.  As business owners and career professionals, we often have so much going on, so many things to do and places to be we loose direction and do not accomplish the goals we set.  Goal setting can be a very powerful tool for providing clarity and direction on what you truly want out of life,  both professionally and personally.  On this weeks episode of Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn, we will discuss the importance of goal setting, the best way to write goals, the dangers of goal setting and share tips and strategies to achieve your goals in the upcoming year and beyond.   As Tony Robbins says, "Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible." Tune in and learn how you can make 2016 the year you stop wishing, take action and make your dreams come true!      

Reclaim your power and walk in your purpose in 2016 and beyond... "Imagine a world where everyone is loved, everyone is happy, and everyone is free to be themselves” ~ Lane Cobb Speaker, author, healer, and coach, Lane Cobb knows what it’s like to give away your power to circumstances, complacency and compromise.  Having experienced being bullied and being a victim of rape, she felt powerless to change her life. For many years she was a source of strength for others, but she lived trapped in fear, anger,and regret and was not able to fully pursue her dreams. Lane was able to reclaim her power over her past and gave herself permission to be exactly who she is in all her greatness and glory!  After creating the life she truly desired, she designed her signature program to support and move women forward in a powerful way.  Once they complete the program, women find themselves standing in their own power, fully accessing their unique gifts and talents, living their lives according to what is most important to them, rather than according to their circumstances.  During this episode, Lane will share with us her triumphant story and strategies from her popular book, Reclaim Your Power – 5 Steps for Living Life On Purpose.  If you want to love yourself unconditionally, express yourself fully, and live a life of passion, power, and purpose you won't want to miss this show...     

Disability does not mean failure.... Being told your child has a disability can be shocking news. Parents experience a range of emotions - confusion, anger, fear, shame, etc.  They need to learn a new way of life, making adjustments and navigating through what can be viewed as a uncooperative bureaucratic process.  In the midst of all of this one may forget that each child is endowed with the traits and skills needed to perform their unique life purpose; even individuals with disabilities. The challenge becomes finding these traits and unlocking that potential. Ancient wisdom says, “Teach each child according to his method and way of learning."  This weeks guest, Sharon R. Saroff, M.S.Ed. is the founder of SEDRA, Special Education Disabilities Resources & Advocacy, with a mission to help individuals with disabilities find their potential and meet with success.  SEDRA helps families and school districts work together to help children get the services they need and to “level the playing field” so that children with special needs find success.  Sharon, Special Education Consultant, Parent Advocate, and Speaker with over 20 years experience, offers a unique perspective having grown up with a learning disability and as the mother of two children with disabilities. Special education is not just her passion, it is her life.  Join Mark and Carolyn as Sharon talks about her journey and shares tips and strategies to help children with disabilities lead a happy and successful life.   

Let’s Coach with Mark and Carolyn, Wednesday, November 25th, 2015, Noon EST Gratitude Gratitude and appreciation are game changers.  Join Mark and Carolyn as they talk about what gratitude can do for you.  A little bit of thankful can go a long way.

Let's Coach with Mark and Carolyn, Wednesday, November 18, 2015, Noon EST Sustaining Nonprofits Tough economic times are particularly hard on the nonprofit community as it attempts to continue delivering services.  Peggy Geisler knows Nonprofits and how they operate.  She has twenty years' experience in the not for profit field and is the owner and Senior Consultant of PMG Consulting LLC.  She works with state agencies, not-for-profits and businesses on infrastructure, strategic planning and training.  Peggy has pioneered ground breaking ideas in nonprofit partnerships that help nonprofits to decrease duplication and focus resources on delivering services and not building duplicative infrastructure.  This increases nonprofits ability to meet community needs. Join Mark and Carolyn as the talk with Peggy about purposeful collaboration and its impact in improving nonprofit operations.