Podcast appearances and mentions of Melissa Davis

The Gauteng Department of Health says an investigation is underway following the death of a 32-year-old Johannesburg, who died along with her unborn baby, while seeking medical attention at the Westbury Clinic. The circumstances leading to the deaths are yet to be established, with community members staging a protest outside the facility earlier this week. Gauteng Health MEC, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko earlier said she had engaged with the bereaved family, as the department wait to establish the facts on the incident. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Westbury Community Leader, Melissa Davis

Send us a textHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul and this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, I am delighted to welcome Melissa Davis, and have a conversation with her about how she grew from running Port Shopping Programs onboard cruise ships to providing Port Shopping information and running  to all cruisers as a private entrepreneur.After running shopping programs on Crystal Cruises, Regent, Oceania, Viking,  and Marella, and launching the first and only onshore shopping program on Viking River Cruises, Melissa decided to create an online recommended and guaranteed shopping program for all cruisers featuring Cruise Port Maps, and a long list of fabulous recommended and guaranteed retailers and brands in each port, and tried and tested attractions and best beaches. Melissa is the number one Online Port Shopping GuideAfter working with several amazing cruise lines and cruising a lot herself, Melissa was surprised to see not all Cruise lines provide accurate Port Maps when the ships arrive in port. She decided to put her Cruise Port Insider Secrets online so everyone could access it. Melissa's cruise ship career started as a Fitness Instructor for Steiner Transocean on the old Holland America Line Noordam. She couldn't wait for time off in port to explore the ports, and submerging herself in the culture and meeting wonderful people along the way. To this day she has artifacts, indigenous souvenirs and jewelry and art from these wonderful experiences. When a position came up as a Shopping Lecturer she jumped at the chance and for the next 7 years, she went to various cruise lines running lectures and helping cruise ship guests navigate the ports of call. Now Melissa has all these amazing Cruise Port Maps, and will tell you how to get yours free, as well as shop for wonderful products from each destination or snag a souvenir for a loved one back home.  Relying on ship wifi is slow, unsecure, sometimes not available & at foreign ports travelers don't want to pay their carriers' high fees. Save $ with GigSky! Get a data package usable on the ship & in ports. Link to GigSky: https://gigsky.pxf.io/nloxor. For a 10% discount use code: joyofcruisingSupport the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingPodcast-BookACruiseUS Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

On this podcast I talk with Melissa Davis of Express Employment Professionals, which is the largest franchise staffing company in the country. Melissa discusses the misconceptions of staffing companies, the importance of staffing companies in the job market, and much more.  Melissa explains that this business model is a sales heavy B to B business.  Melissa discusses:The history of Express, which was founded in 1983Misconceptions of staffing companiesThe Express business model and what makes their franchisees successfulThe Express pricing model The Franchisor role and support to franchisees Deep dive of the Item 19 Financials in the FDDThe massive upside potential from just one franchise unitSend me a text3 ways I can help you make money through franchising: - Learn the basics from my weekly newsletter - Work directly with my team to buy your first franchise - Scale your franchise to 8-figures by joining my private community Find me on X / Twitter, LinkedIn, & YouTube

I'm back with another short unplugged episode. This time it's a conversation with Melissa Davis of humanityinc.world and myself around the topic of Niching. Melissa was on the podcast on episode 182. So if you've missed that, it's definitely worth listening to! This was triggered by a meditation I recently posted on Insight Timer, if you're on there, look for Find Your Niche - A Radically Different Approach. Melissa's work is all about Foundational Clarity, helping entrepreneurs connect to their values. And we both have opinions around this idea of niching, and how to feel less anxious about it. So here goes. A short conversation with Melissa Davis about Finding Your Niche.  

Prime Day Surge: Capitalising on the Mid-Sale Rush In this engaging episode, join Melissa Davis as she comes back to share valuable strategies for excelling during Prime Day and beyond. Discover the secrets to keeping your cool, smart inventory management, strategic pricing adjustments, ad optimization, and setting the stage for ongoing success.   Unlock the Power: Essential Highlights Maintaining a Calm and Focused Mindset: -Techniques for staying calm and focused during the high-pressure Prime Day period and post Prime Day drop off. -Time management tips to balance immediate tasks and long-term goals. -Stress-relief practices and mental health strategies for sellers.   Real-Time Inventory Management: -Strategies for monitoring stock levels and avoiding sell-outs. -Tips on leveraging Amazon's inventory tools for timely restocking. -How to manage FBA inventory and ensure quick replenishment.   Dynamic Pricing Adjustments: -Techniques for adjusting prices to stay competitive during Prime Day. -Balancing discounts with profitability to maximize sales without eroding margins.   Optimizing Sponsored Product Ads: -Best practices for running effective mid-Prime Day ad campaigns. -Analyzing ad performance in real-time and making necessary adjustments. -Targeting strategies to capture high-intent buyers during peak hours.   Prepping for Post-Prime Day Success: -Planning for post-Prime Day inventory management and restocking. -Strategies for leveraging Prime Day data to improve future sales. -Building long-term customer relationships and encouraging repeat business. -Set up 7 Day Views Remarketing with competitive pricing.   Join us as we delve into these essential strategies to ensure your Prime Day is not only profitable but also sets the stage for sustained success.

In this episode of the Rugby Muscle Podcast, TJ speaks with Dr. Melissa Davis, an expert in sports nutrition, motivation, discipline, and habit formation. The discussion delves into various aspects of diet and training for athletes, including the importance of habit formation, the role of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, and practical tips for sustaining long-term behavioral changes. Dr. Davis also shares insights from her personal journey and professional experiences, making this a must-listen for athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike.Join our Free Skool Community to ask questions before we start charging for access:https://www.skool.com/rugby-muscle-athletes/aboutThe Rugby Athlete Blueprinthttps://rugby-muscle.com/14DRABRugby Muscle Elite 1on1 Coachinghttps://rugby-muscle.com/elite/Team Rugby Musclehttps://rugbymuscle.programs.app/00:00 Introduction and Guest Reintroduction01:19 Melissa Davis' Journey into Sports and Science02:08 Success in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu03:44 Transition to Full-Time Coaching05:30 Evidence-Based Habit Building06:24 The Psychology of Fat Loss and Habit Building19:17 Importance of Intrinsic Motivation51:17 Habit Stacking and Practical Tips56:42 Quick Fire Questions and ConclusionSupport the Show.

AD TALKS: Amazon PPC Impact Welcome to the first episode of our podcast series of AD TALKS. This episode marks a special occasion as Melissa Davis makes her debut on Seller Sessions as a Co-Host. Melissa will be doing a weekly show on all things Amazon PPC. Melissa has been immersed in the Amazon space for nearly nine years, with a specialised focus on Amazon Advertising. Her approach is distinctly data-driven yet heart-led, allowing her to uniquely blend technical expertise with creative insight. This combination has enabled her to excel in navigating the complexities of Amazon's dynamic environment, making her a valuable asset in this field.   Episode 1: What is Amazon's Creator Connections?   Amazon's Creator Connections is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering collaborations between content creators and sellers on its platform. This program is crafted to help sellers boost their product awareness, increase sales, and build brand credibility by leveraging the influence and reach of content creators.   Who is Amazon's Creator Connections for?   Then a deep dive into:   Getting Started with Creator Connections. Challenges and Considerations Sample Swiper Filtering Sample Distribution Choices Approach to Research and Communication Content Ownership and Usage Rights Guidelines for Influencers   Summary Amazon's Creator Connections program is a valuable tool for sellers looking to enhance their product visibility and drive sales through strategic partnerships with content creators. By understanding the program's mechanics, managing challenges effectively, and adhering to best practices, sellers can maximise the benefits and achieve their marketing goals.

The Broad Match Show - 9 Figure Scaling, Ranking, Red Flags & Black Hat Introduction Welcome to another exciting episode of the Broad Match show! Adam's Segment: What's Coming Up Adam kicks off the discussion with some intriguing updates and future plans: Summer in Canada: Adam shares his experiences and upcoming summer plans. New Launches/Brands: A preview of exciting new product launches and brand developments. 9-Figure Scaling: Tips and strategies for scaling businesses to nine figures, focusing on growth and expansion. Adam's Main Discussion Adam delves into the Cosmo Paper and its significant implications for the future: Organic Ranking: How the Cosmo Paper influences organic search rankings (following his podcast last week). Listing Development: Innovative approaches to developing more effective product listings. Creative Strategies: Enhancing creativity in digital marketing and product presentations. Danny's Segment: What's Coming Up Danny provides updates on his upcoming projects and topics of interest: New Live Podcast Setup: Enhancements and new features in the podcast's live setup. Melissa Davis from Databrill joins the podcast alongside Sharon and Adam, adding valuable insights into PPC on a weekly basis. Art of War Series: The conclusion of the popular "Art of War" series, focusing on black hat sellers and the dark triad framework just in time for Q4 lead in.   Danny's Main Discussion Agency Red Flags: Key issues to watch out for when working with agencies, both from an agency's and a client's perspective.   Managing Accounts: Questions to ask about account management and workload. Communication: The importance of effective communication between clients and agencies. Size Matters?: Why bigger isn't always better in the agency world. Transitioning: Smooth transitions when changing agencies. Pricing Models: Understanding flat rate versus percentage-based pricing. Case Studies and Strategies: Evaluating case studies and the effectiveness of proposed strategies. Managed vs. Unmanaged Services: Comparing different service models. Performance Only Agencies: Pros and cons of agencies that focus solely on performance metrics. Agency Switcher: Advice for sellers considering switching agencies. Full-Service Agencies: Comprehensive service options versus specialised agencies. Seller Types: Identifying which types of sellers agencies typically avoid.   Final Thoughts and Wrap Up In the wrap-up segment, Danny shares some personal insights and final thoughts: ADHD: Updates on ADHD 360, including a quick transition to a private model within four weeks. Chat GPT Chef: The continuous interaction and improvements in using Chat GPT for various tasks.

In this episode, Melissa Davis, Director of Library and Archives at The George C. Marshall Foundation, joins me to talk about General Marshall and his personal life, including a family tragedy that took place 80 years ago in 1944, less than a week before Operation Overlord commenced with D-Day. Links Follow Melissa on Twitter @MelissasLibrary The Death of LT Allen Brown (https://www.marshallfoundation.org/articles-and-features/allen-brown/) "I Was A Fair Army Wife" (https://www.marshallfoundation.org/articles-and-features/i-was-a-fair-army-wife/) Why We Fight Bonus Content (https://www.patreon.com/motheroftanks) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mother-of-tanks/message

In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter interviews Melissa Davis, Managing Director of Franchising at Express Employment Professionals. Melissa shares her journey into the franchising world and explains the services offered by Express, including staffing, recruiting, and employment solutions. The discussion highlights the recession-resistant nature of the industry and the surprisingly minimal industry experience required for franchise owners. They delve into the support provided by Express, emphasizing training, payroll management, and ongoing assistance for franchise owners. WANT TO KNOW MORE? Go ahead: Schedule a call with one of our franchise coaches!  LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED:  Express Employment Professionals website https://www.expresspros.com/  Schedule a call with FranCoach https://info.francoach.net/meetings/schedule-call/connect  Franchising 101 podcast website with a library of past episodes http://franchising101.net/  Learn more about Conserva Irrigation https://www.conservairrigation.com/ Visit Entreprenuer.com for a wealth of information for people just like you! https://www.entrepreneur.com/   Franchising News https://www.franchisingnews.net/  INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP?  Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow. If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference in getting our message out to more people who can use it. Sign up for our email newsletter at https://www.francoach.net/  Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Contact us at info@francoach.net FOLLOW FRANCOACH: Instagram @yourfrancoach https://www.instagram.com/yourfrancoach/ and @franchising101podcast https://www.instagram.com/franchising101podcast/  Twitter: @FranCoach4U https://twitter.com/FranCoach4U  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/francoach4u/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG31hWoecEONdScIJOsQ 

Welcome to the second season of "Breaking the Chain: Leading in a VUCA World"! In this episode, join Terentia Browne and special guests Melissa Davis, QA Compliance Manager for AGC Biologics A/S, and Lea Esteban, Senior HR at Airbus OneWeb Satellites, as they dive into practical strategies for navigating uncertainty in VUCA world. Melissa and Lea share invaluable insights drawn from their experiences as leaders in the biopharmaceutical and aerospace industries. Discover personal strategies for handling change, empowering team members, and embracing uncertainty with curiosity and openness. Follow Impel TalentLinkedIn: Impel TalentTwitter: @ImpelTalentFacebook: @Impel TalentInstagram: @ImpelTalentJoin us for illuminating discussions, practical insights, and a roadmap for thriving in an ever-shifting world. Subscribe now and join the conversation as we break new ground in leadership excellence!

Morehouse School of Medicine recently launched the Institute of Translational Genomic Medicine. Dr. Melissa Davis, who serves as the institute's director, discusses how it will serve as a national hub for genetic information on people of African descent. Davis also discusses a new $25 million grant that she received to address cancer disparities in populations of African ancestry. Hip-hop producer Corey Dennard and environmentalist Michael Hawthorne Jr. are the co-creators of Klean Energy Kulture. Their mission is to make the clean energy lifestyle accessible to communities of color and the world by 2035. They argue that Black and Brown communities are suffering the brunt of environmental injustice. They talk with Rose about their efforts to bring swagger to fighting climate change. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with the Director of Business Development and Marketing of Holzer Health System, Melissa Davis. With over 17 years of experience under her belt, Melissa brings a wealth of knowledge from various healthcare settings, including acute hospital care, outpatient clinics, long-term care, and pharmaceutical marketing. At Holzer Health System, she's not just the marketing maestro; she's also the architect behind their employee communications programs.Melissa shed light on the monumental task of reaching a workforce of over 2300 employees across seven counties in southeastern Ohio and West Virginia. The diversity of this workforce presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to ensuring that every single employee receives critical information promptly, from the front desk to the frontlines.To learn more about Melissa's work, click HERE and HERE.Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.Want to learn more about Sri's work at Engagedly? Check out his website at https://engagedly.com/.

In today's episode I'm welcoming Melissa Davis to talk about how to get clarity and direction in our business by knowing our values. We delve into the crucial process of translating our values into tangible actions and enabling us to authentically 'walk our talk.' Join us as we explore how this deep reflection on our values not only aligns with our purpose but serves as a guiding force toward genuine business clarity. This episode is a compass for solopreneurs navigating the path of purpose-driven business in the evolving landscape of conscious entrepreneurship. In our conversation, Melissa and I addressed the following topics: How Melissa's own journey was shaped by her values and how they now influence her work with Humanity Inc. How we can translate our values into actions and ‘walk our talk' How this deep reflection on our values really leads to business clarity and much more...   Ep 182 Sarah: [00:00:00] Hello, humane marketers. Welcome back to the humane marketing podcast, the place to be for the generation of marketers that cares. This is a show where we talk about running your business in a way that feels good to you, is aligned with your values, and also resonates with today's conscious customers, because it's humane, ethical, and non pushy. I'm Sarah Zannakroce, your hippie turned business coach for quietly rebellious entrepreneurs and marketing impact pioneers. Mama Bear of the Humane Marketing Circle and renegade author of Marketing Like We're Human and Selling Like We're Human. If after listening to the show for a while, you're Ready to move on to the next level and start implementing and would welcome a community of like minded quietly rebellious entrepreneurs who discuss with transparency what works and what doesn't work in business, then we'd love to welcome you in our humane marketing circle. If you're picturing your [00:01:00] typical Facebook group, let me paint a new picture for you. This is a closed community of like Like minded entrepreneurs from all over the world who come together once per month in a Zoom circle workshop to hold each other accountable and build their business in a sustainable way. We share with transparency and vulnerability what works for us and what doesn't work so that you can figure out what works for you instead of keep throwing spaghetti on the wall and seeing what sticks. Find out more at humane dot marketing forward slash circle. And if you prefer 1 on 1 support from me, my humane business coaching could be just what you need. Whether it's for your marketing, sales, General business building or help with your big idea like writing a book. I'd love to share my brain and my heart with you together with my almost 15 years Business experience and help you grow a sustainable business that is joyful and sustainable. If you love this [00:02:00] podcast, Wait until I show you my mama bear qualities as my 1 on 1 client. You can find out more at humane dot marketing forward slash coaching. And finally, if you are a marketing impact pioneer and would like to bring humane marketing to your organization, Have a look at my offers and workshops on my website at humane dot marketing. Hello, friends, and welcome back to another episode. Today's conversation fits under the p of Personal power. If you're a regular here, you know that I'm organizing the conversations around the 7 p's of the humane marketing mandala. And if you're new here, this is your first time, a very big warm welcome. But you may not know what I'm talking about, You can go to download your 1 page marketing plan with the humane marketing version of the 7 [00:03:00] Ps of marketing at humane dot marketing forward slash guanpage, the number 1 in the word page. And this comes with 7 email prompts to really help you reflect on these different piece for your business. So today, I'm talking to Melissa Davis about the importance of your values. And if you're familiar with my work, you know how much I care about values as well. I wrote about them in the Marketing Like Human book and they are also part of the Marketing Like We're Human program. And it's really by talking with Melissa that I realized How knowing your values really gives you clarity and direction in your business. I always knew they were important and At the Marketing Like We're Human program is this foundational marketing program, but when she mentioned clarity and direction, I'm like, yeah, I'm totally with you. Before I tell you a little bit more about [00:04:00] Melissa, allow me to share a little bit more about The marketing like we're human, AKA the client resonator, my flagship program that I've been running since 2009 19 pre COVID, imagine that. And, uh, it starts again with a live cohort on March fourteenth. So today I was just talking to a potential participant and described the program to him as a program for deep thinkers. I think you heard me say that before on this podcast. I really feel Like a deep thinker myself, and I feel like that's who I do my best work with. And so, yeah, it's a program for deep thinkers who want to create their marketing foundation once and for all. So starting from within, from their why, and aligned with whom they are and aligned with their values. So if you've been listening to this podcast for a while, you [00:05:00] are already familiar with the 7 p's of humane marketing. So passion, Personal power, people, product, pricing, promotion, and partnership. And that's exactly the framework that the program follows. And besides in-depth videos and workbooks, we also have a weekly call to deepen the content of these topics. Even though I say it's about the marketing foundation, I often have participants who are not really new to business. So, Yes. It's foundational. But oftentimes, in business, we come to the foundation maybe 2 years in, maybe 5 years in, or even 10 years in. And that's because first, we are just wanting to Do the marketing stuff, you know, the the the the how. We are interested in the how. And so a lot of times people come to me after being 2 years, [00:06:00] 5 years, or 10 years, and often that's kind of when they're pivoting In their business and they've been through the motions. They've done what people told them to do in their marketing and just realized, A, it's not working. Or b, it may have been working, but it brought them the wrong clients or it's just not aligned with Them or their bigger why. So, yeah, that that's probably a third, um, uh, participant is Is the 1 that is looking for this bigger why. That has been in business and of course, I'm talking a little bit about myself and that's why I created the program. Um, so, you know, I had a business, a LinkedIn consultancy business for 10 plus years, but I just Felt like there's more than that. There's more than just the business that pays the bills. And so that's really what this, uh, program also does. It Connects you with your why, it connects you with your [00:07:00] life's work, and, uh, creates this foundation that is aligned with who you are and allows you to bring more of you to your marketing. Yeah. So that's what we do. We we go deep and we create the Foundation once and for all so that you can find out which marketing activities will flow for you. It's part Self development, part very pragmatic business best practices, part left, part right brain, mind and heart. And if that's resonating with you, have a look at the program details and watch some of the case studies, uh, as well at, uh, humane dot marketing forward slash program. And then let's get on a call to answer your questions and find out if it's a good Fit for you and where you currently are in your business. Okay. Back to Melissa. So Melissa Davis is on a mission to make sure that every change [00:08:00] maker gets the clarity they need to reach their full potential and deliver their gifts to the world. Through her work with startups, entrepreneurs, and change makers, she's uncovered an Invaluable process for helping them get foundational clarity, love that, on their purpose and Packed so they can go out and into the world and start top taking action. So in our conversation, we addressed the following topics, how Melissa's own journey was shaped by her values and how they now influence her work with Humanity Inc. How we can translate our values into actions and actually walk our talk. So going beyond Just that poster in our office that has our values up there. Well, how do we actually bring them into our business, bring them into our marketing? And then also how this deep reflection on our values really leads to business clarity and, uh, of [00:09:00] course, so much more. So Without further ado and blah blah, let's, uh, dive right in. Hey, Melissa. So good to see you. Talk to you again. Really delighted to have you on the humane marketing podcast. Melissa: Oh, I'm really excited to be here. Um, I love your work, Sarah, and I have your book right here. I mean, um, rereading. Yeah. I I, um, I'm thrilled to To kind of sit down and, and, and really just dive into all of this because I think it's so important, um, To me as well. Um, and I just I really love I really love the work you're Sarah: doing. Thank you. And and maybe we can start by sharing how we Connected. I think that's always interesting for, uh, listeners to hear because, you know, there's this rare occasion where I do accept, Uh, a podcast pitch, but it's very rare. Most [00:10:00] often, it's, you know, conversations or, uh, Kind of like serendipity meetings like ours, uh, that then lead me to say, hey. I want you on my podcast. So why why don't you start by sharing that story? I'm trying to remember the story. Melissa: Did I reach I reached out Sarah: to you. Yeah. You reached out to me where, uh, we were connected on the collect, Uh, the, um Oh, yeah. Melissa: That's right. Changing work collective. Changing work Sarah: collective. Yeah. And so you reached out to me there. And then I was, like, Looking at your website and it said, Humanity Inc. I'm like, oh my gosh. Yeah. Yes. You know, there's serendipity right there. Yeah. Yeah. And so we Melissa: have Well, that's what I thought when I read your, you know, your bio, and I I think I saw you post, um, may it may have been something about the book. Um, right. And it was just like, I've gotta connect to Sarah. You know, you know you know when when you see it. You know you know when [00:11:00] you see That authenticity, um, show up. Yeah. And and it just it it felt like we needed to connect. Sarah: Yeah. And here we are a few months later. Thank you. Um, so, yeah, let's let's talk about Well, you mentioned authenticity. Uh, we wanna talk about values because that's the work you do. So maybe start us off there. Like, How did you get into this work and why did you call like, I have so many questions. Why do you call Your website, Humanity Inc, and what does that have to do with values? I guess that's my Melissa: first question. Okay. So there's like a little figure 8 of a story here. Um, so I got into values. So values was the initial impetus for me to kind of leave, um, Um, traditional work and go off on my own. Um, so I'd worked with, um, a few I'd [00:12:00] Worked with a few different larger organizations and then, um, a few smaller startup organizations. And, Um, what triggered my exploration of values was actually misalignment to values. And I think that's probably how everybody starts to recognize This distance between them and something else that's happening. Right? So, you know, what I recognized specifically in in The the the 1 startup that I'd been with for 5 years, um, was that we didn't have A singular set of values that drove us all in the same direction. And and so, You know, when I sat where I sat in the office, I was looking at this wall with these, you know, you can buy that big sticker with whatever writing you want on it. And I had the values of the organization. And I sat there every day and I rolled my eyes at this list of values that the organization said They were driven by, [00:13:00] and it was just bullshit. You know, I hope I can swear on your podcast. I'm sorry. Yeah. No. It really wasn't. It was just and and so I started calling them eye roll values. And I don't know if I started doing that at the time, but I definitely did later. Um, you know, and it's kind of like the worst thing that can, you know, erode an organization is having declaring that this is what we're all about, But we don't reflect that at all within our organization. So we kind of tried to dig in and and really understand What was happening in the organization? What were our, you know, um, driving values? What what came what brought us all together To grow in in the direction the organization wanted us to. Um, and so eventually I left That organization, because no 1 was interested in looking at that with me. No 1. You know, I mean, particularly in the leadership, um, There. And so [00:14:00] that was really frustrating. So my first experience with exploring values was incredibly frustrating, but, but it, It just really led me to kind of dig in further. And I, and I really developed this whole structure around it, you know, and, and continue to just Build on how I understood values and the roles that they played. And it was really focused on within organizations. Um, and I landed a a really fantastic job, um, And was incredibly excited about it. It was really aligned to my values. It was aligned to the work that I wanted to be doing with values embedded in my work. Um, and I ended up being laid off 3 months later when the giant client that I was brought in to to support left. And as most layoffs go, they're the best thing that's ever happened to you. You know, I mean, if you've ever been laid off, it's devastating at the time. But if you ask 9 [00:15:00] out of 10 People who ever, you know, got laid off ends up being the best thing that's ever happened to them in their career. And that's true for me as well. So, Um, you know, initially set off to continue my job search, um, and advance my career, and I just couldn't nothing. Nothing sounded good. I had a few offers. I just I couldn't stomach it. I would read these job descriptions, and I was just like, Do this. I don't wanna do any of it. It all makes me nauseous. It all just felt so shallow and so Boring, and I just I just couldn't do it. I really, like I physically was like, Do it, um, which is funny because I was pretty driven before. Um, and and it really struck me at that point that I've been doing all this work of examining organizations. Right? Like, why am I not turning this in on myself so that I could Figure out what this thing is that you [00:16:00] felt this fire, like just restlessness to do something completely different. Um, and it didn't occur to me until then to turn the work I was doing in values around on myself. Right. Uh, and that's really, that's the impetus for me going into business. Now, at the time, that business became values to brand, and it was focused on marketing. Um, I'd had some experience in marketing. Um, I went off and I studied with Donald Miller and I became a guide. Um, I'm no longer, um, a StoryBrand guide, but it was incredibly valuable for me to kind of build, Um, you know, some authority in the marketing space and their, um, their model, um, and Structure around it is just so incredibly simple and and wonderful. Um, and so When was that? So when was this whole? 2017 Teen maybe ish. No. Eights are not my thing. No, mine [00:17:00] neither. You have to be 18. My husband is the master of the debates. Right. You know, like, what what time was Owen born? You know, like, I'm like, I don't know. There's just my brain doesn't work like that. Right. Um, and I've worked in accounting. Um, so yeah. And and and so I continued in that, and And it just over time evolved into really understanding that what I was doing wasn't marketing And what I loved wasn't marketing. I could do it and I became incredibly proficient at it and fantastic at writing and articulating What other people couldn't articulate well, um, and that is that's a real gift of mine. Um, it's But I discovered it really wasn't marketing. And what I really wanted to do was help people get clarity because I started working with organizations, it was very small Organizations, but organizations, um, [00:18:00] in their marketing efforts. And I had a lot of technology background, so it was really easy to kind of like dive in. But they had they actually had no clarity around how they wanted to talk about what they needed to in their marketing. And so I kind of went, I need to be back here further. I need to be earlier in the journey. Mhmm. Um, and Mhmm. Because that's what I that's my gift. I I'm really fantastic at pulling putting dots together, and it all starts with values. Values just they there's So many roles that values play. It's we we often look at values in this very thin kind of, um, lens Of what's important to me. You're right. And values are so, so much more than that. And there's so much tangible evidence in our lives to tell us what our values are and to explore them and to reveal themselves to us. And so it's really accessible and it offers so much information [00:19:00] about our gifts and about our passion and What we really want to be doing with our lives and who to surround ourselves with and how to go at it. And so, um, And I was so passionate about doing work that mattered and solving problems that really advance humanity. Not, You know, not this localized sense of I just wanna make my life better, which is fantastic, and I think that That's a step. Um, but what really was important to me was to work with clients who had a sew that. Right? This idea that This work matters because I wanna help solve this bigger problem in the world. Right. Yeah. And so it eventually changed to Humanity Inc. Sarah: Okay. So the the website then changed to Humanity Inc. Yeah. And And, yeah, really, there was this huge resonance when I when I saw the [00:20:00] website, Humanity Inc, but then also when we had This conversation a few months back when you were sharing about the values, and I'm like, yeah, that's how I'm talking about the worldview And how, you know, in the in the 7 p's of humane marketing, you you start with passion and personal power, Which is exactly what you said. I'm earlier in the journey, and so that's what you're helping your clients with. Um, and and 1 word that really stood out as Well, is the word that you use clarity. And and I have been starting to say foundation. So it Melissa: Like That's what I end up call I call myself a foundational clarity Sarah: coach. Ah, there you go. Yeah. So so it really is that that saying where it's like, well, Yeah. You need clarity, and then you need that clarity to build your foundation. And that's what in a way, that's what you did. You figured out your values, And then you brought those values into your business and into your marketing and called it [00:21:00] humanity, Inc. Because you care about these Melissa: things. And so you want And my clients care about those things. Right? You want to help people. Yeah. Our our niche, our clients value what we value and they believe what we believe. Exactly. And it's within the scope of the values that we are driving and making central to our business. Right? We have, You know, we we have a lot of beliefs and we have, um, a number of values that are very central to us. And, you know, what we do is kind of like, what's the, Um, what's the stake in the ground that I'm putting out there and what are the values that drive that? And our niche, You know, our, our customers and our clients, they share those values and they believe what we believe. And so, you know, it drives me crazy when I see an entrepreneur trying to understand the values of their niche. And I'm like, you have to understand your values. Right. Your values. Absolutely. Start with you. Decide your niche. Yeah. [00:22:00] Mhmm. Yeah. And then you may have to figure Sarah: out the next thing I can do. Out there is so outward focused. Right? Yes. We feel like we're wasting time if we're look looking inside. And so I guess the question then, The logical next step question is, well, knowing my values, how do I turn those values into tangible Actions or, you know, business advice. So Melissa: take us there. Oh, that's the most exciting part. I mean, Our values provide so many clues as to what our outward action needs to look like. Um, you know, and they play different roles. You know, some of our Our highest values are part of the problem that we solve for our niche. [00:23:00] And that's a little bit of a process, but that really that 1 in particular kind of blows people's minds. Right? We're all, I think at our core, 1 of our deepest drives as human beings beyond safety and belonging Is to live in alignment to our values because that leads us to this Fulfillment, right, and to the these higher levels in the Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the pathway to doing that is actually living in alignment to our values. At the base of that Maslow's hierarchy of needs, values don't play, um, a role. They don't play as big of a role In, um, in making sure that we're safe, making sure that we're fed, making sure that we have a roof over our house. Right? It's kinda hard to focus on values When we have to take care of our basic needs. Beyond that, as we, you know, as we move through belonging and then and then further up, our drive [00:24:00] Is to feel passionate and to feel fulfilled and happy and surround ourselves with people that are like us. And so, um, there's good sides to that, and there's not so good sides to that. Right? You know, our values kind of shift and evolve A little bit over time, they they reprioritize, um, but there is this massive drive to do that. And so what happens throughout our journey, wherever we are, whatever we're doing and whatever we desire, there's often a value of ours that we struggle to live. Right? So our values, um, we can have really strong values for something and not do a very good job of living it. Um, if if a value is not lived, we feel this Dissonance, this cognitive dissonance. And it it can actually make us feel sick. So we know it when it happens. We we don't feel good about ourselves. We don't feel good about our lives. We don't Feel right? We feel unfulfilled. Um, [00:25:00] and so what we do is we seek to close that gap, Right? In a lot of different ways. Some are healthy and some are not healthy. Um, but we reach urgency See, when we realize I've gotta do something that allows me to live this value, um, at a much higher level. And so ultimately, every problem that any entrepreneur solves is tied to helping our Clients and customers close the gap on a value that they're not living very well. Mhmm. And we may directly do it or we may indirectly do it, but we've got to And how we connect to living their values. And so that is 1 of the most direct ways that our values play into how we show up as entrepreneur, but they also determine our differentiation. I wanna work with, You know, I can work with any marketing expert. What differentiates you, Sarah, [00:26:00] you know, and your teaching Is your values. Right? Um, and it's 1 element of it, but it's probably the most important element of differentiation is I wanna work with somebody who shares my values. Right? It's important to me to get visible. I'm talking about myself right now. It's important for me to get visible. I have something really important that I want and need the world to know, and I have something to offer that I think is really important because We need more change makers to get out there and do the work of solving the big problems so that we can advance humanity. Right? Exactly. Okay. That value that I'm closing there for myself and for my clients is accountability. It's this sense of I must, I I know I have a higher potential and I've got to live it. I have this accountability to it. Um, if I sit here and I don't get visible and I don't do it Right. I'm not living my value of accountability. I'm sitting on my [00:27:00] butt and I'm wasting away and I'm not doing the thing. Um, and what I'm drawn to with you is is your value of Living in in your conscience, living in showing up in a humane way And living in compassion. And so that is How you do the work that you do. And it's important to me to align with somebody that does that because I don't wanna go out and spam The world with anything. Right? I can't this this interview is incredibly timely because I just really, like, hit my limit on the number of Invitations that I get on LinkedIn that are immediately followed by a pitch. I saw your Sarah: post. Yeah. Melissa: I'm like, And not doing it anymore. Um, and I've said that before and I still do it because I'm like, what if they're [00:28:00] like the most wonderful connection that I ever, you know, Um, I'm probably an eternal optimist, and I really I really don't like to shut people down and live in that energy. Um, but then it happens, and I'm deeply disappointed. And I'm like, why were you disappointed in this, Melissa? Well, it's that value. Right? Yeah. Um, so we work with people, right? There are operating values that we have, and there are differentiation. You know, they're how we show up To do the work that we do. And we must really embrace those values because that's what other people are are very much attracted to. We have very little competition in the world. Right? Mhmm. Very little competition in the world because Yeah. The way that you do it, the uniqueness Of how you do it is incredibly different from everyone around you. Yeah. There are plenty of people, right, That are drawn to it, but you have to get visible. I know we were talking about that before. So you still need to get out there. [00:29:00] Um, but then Yeah. But that's the targeted Sarah: action that we were saying. Well, how do you turn this these values that are internal Into something external. Um, well, you just said it. Right? It's like, okay, I wanna be visible, but I don't wanna just be visible in any kind of spammy way. Right? Yeah. You would never do that and just start spamming everybody, um, um, LinkedIn with with your pitches. So So it's like the value gets transformed or transmitted to the action that you're taking. And And for you, it's values. For me, it's worldview or the humane approach to whatever you do. And It's so true. And another thing that came up when you mentioned the Maslow's pyramid, I'm like, yeah. That's that's really good because my I call my people and I know you are a deep thinker as well. Right? That's kind of for me, that's a flag. It's like, this person is a deep Thinker, just like me. And they don't, you [00:30:00] know, they they they look at things. Yeah. They just think Deeply about things and they care. Uh, you know, humane marketing is for the generation of marketers that care. It's this deep deep Care and thinking about things. Um, and you're right. That doesn't happen at the bottom of the pyramid. Right? It's like you Have evolved, uh, or Yeah. Well, you can't Melissa: the privilege as well. You have the privilege. Exactly right. And have the privilege to. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. It's it's too it's too much. Um, it had it happens. There are some people who can who can do that And who are struggling to to make it, um, for whatever reason, um, through the hierarchy of needs, it happens. But it's very it's it's too much to ask for someone who is who is struggling to Strictly aligned to their values, [00:31:00] um, and to focus on that and and to be able to do that. And it's it's, uh, yeah. Sarah: Yeah. And we need to, you know, understand that and show empathy because we're not in the same situation. Melissa: So Exactly. Right. And have someone that they can work with. Right. Or something that we can offer. Right. That, um, is more accessible. Sarah: Exactly. Yeah. This whole conversation also made me think of, uh, another conversation I had on the podcast about activism, Like business, uh, as activism. Right? And in a way, we're we're almost talking about that here because Especially because we care, you say, you know, humanity. You mentioned the current, uh, challenges. So in a way, it's almost like it's Borderline activism because we are truly just saying, no, we're not just doing it for the profit. We're really wanting it to do also [00:32:00] to move humanity or, you know, solve the problems we were facing right now. Melissa: Yeah. And it is like, I, you know, I, I use word, put a stake in the ground, you know, what do you stand for? Uh, and I think that Oftentimes that gets confused with, I have to have an opinion about everything, or I have to show my solidarity With what's happening in the world or I have to make a statement, and that's not what it means. What it means is I understand the lane That I'm passionate about. Mhmm. I understand where my stake in the ground Is and where people are looking to me for my thoughts and opinions and solidarity and strength. Mhmm. And, Um, I've I I and I do struggle with this even. You know, um, you know, when you when you look at what's happening in the world and people around you look for A [00:33:00] statement. Right. Something big happens. And I think we all have to kind of look internally and say, what What is my lane? Is this something that the world is looking to me for my thoughts Um, there that's a big difference between reaching out to the people in your lives who And having conversations. Yeah. And having conversations. That's not what I'm talking about. Right. Yeah. Um, but I think it's very challenging. I think the world is is, And social media specifically conflates this sense of having a stake in the ground with Showing up to every big thing that happens and demanding that you put a stake in the ground in a space that's not yours. And But it's such a good point. Yeah. Quite a big challenge to me. And I, um, have to remind myself all the [00:34:00] time that That's not my I didn't put a stake in the ground on that fight. If I had, then it is demanded that I that I Have something to say, I suppose. Yeah. Um, you know Sarah: what I use for this? I use the 17 sustainable development goals for this with my clients, And I have you know, this is the UN who basically looked at all the current challenges that we have and said, okay. Here are 17 that are currently really pressing. Um, and so I have my clients look at that and say, look. All of these problems right now are super important. Uh, all of them, all 17, but you can't focus your energy on all 17. So Choose 1 or Melissa: 2 maximum. I would argue. Sarah: I would argue. 1. Yeah. 1 is this number 17 is partnership. And so I feel like that applies to, like, almost everything because we need partnership and [00:35:00] community in Melissa: every That's a how though. It Sarah: yeah. It's it's almost like it's kind of a side. Right? Because the other ones are are, you know, Water, ocean, um, climate, like electricity Melissa: and all of that. So so yeah. It's almost like unity. You know? Exactly. So Sarah: that's why I say Pick 2, but make sure a partnership is 1 of them. Right. But but then yeah. Exactly what you say. Then it's like, well, if, You know, that there's something going on that has to do with that topic, then, yes. You know, people expect you to maybe make a statement. Um, but if it's not, then then it's not it's not your role to to to pitch in. So I I really like how you said it. Is it my lane? Is this expect because I use the word worldview, And there as well, it could be like, oh, I have to always express my worldview about this and this and this. Yeah. Like, no. I I [00:36:00] actually don't feel good about Because then we have the polarity, you know, with all these wars that are going on right now. And so it's like, well, no. I don't need to say, you know, if I'm I'm not usually, I'm not on any side, but I yeah. It's not part of My role, even I guess, as an activist, it wouldn't be part of of my role in this case. Melissa: Yeah. Yeah. And, you know, and There are times when I think that we do need to make a stand. There are definitely, you know, Points where it's incredibly relevant to our work to do it. Um, and and then we should. You know, it's just deciding, Is this because we feel the pressure to, you know, is this something that's relevant Yeah. To be in my work? Um, not just everyone's making a statement, and therefore I need to. Mhmm. So [00:37:00] Because, of course, we have opinions and we have thoughts and we have, you know, I mean, um, and explorations and confusion and, you know, and And questions and it but it doesn't mean that that and and I'm talking about a brand. I'm talking about, You know, us as humans behind a brand and a business and this stake in the ground that we've put around, what do we stand for? And this is why I'm doing the work that I'm doing. Right? That's what I'm talking about. And it's it is. It's incredibly challenging. However, understanding what you Stand for understanding your values, understanding, as you said, the roles that I play. What is my role in my work? And then how do I show up through that role to make a statement, um, or to Further my stake in the ground or to explain or whatever, that's incredibly helpful to take action. Mhmm. Because actions are how we live our values. Right? What are the roles that, Um, [00:38:00] that embody me and who I am that allow me to live my values. So, um, they're, they're incredibly helpful for understanding when it's right, you know, and how to, um, Take action on anything, not just, you know, not just activism, but but on anything. How do I show up on social media? How do I show up? It's walking the talk. Yeah. How do I show up? Right? Those are the roles. Mhmm. Sarah: I wanna talk a little bit about The idea of changing values. So not us necessarily, um, but more like Humanity at large. Right? I feel like we're going through a huge shift of changing values. Um, right now, Uh, maybe we're still in the middle of the storm, but we're definitely getting towards something, um, Kind of more conscious and, you know, at [00:39:00] least the the probably the the people that we hang out with, Uh, have very different values from maybe, uh, our grandparents had. So how have you looked at this also kind of in from a larger Effective, you know, how do generations how do their values change? Melissa: Yeah. It's really interesting to look at, And it's not something that I've spent a lot of time focusing on, you know, the the the evolution of values because Cultures have these kind of underlying, you know, values that drive them. Um, communities have values that drive them. Generations have values is that drive them. Um, and so there are all these different flavors of these group values. Right. And, you know, and then we have our individual values. And values come from a lot of different places and named a couple, but Religion, our family, you know, our culture, right? There are all these kind of [00:40:00] outside forces that impose values on us. Right. And then we have these innate values, these things that we're, like, born with or that develop from experiences that we have in our lives. And for whatever reason, they're all there, for right or for wrong. And, you know, values, We often put this kind of positive slant on values, and there's this incredibly powerful driver that values can have on us. But there's also dark side of values, Right? Values are how we show up in our bias. Values are how we show up in our judgment. And so they Aren't always positive drivers in our lives. So it's really interesting to look at, you know, how they influence How we move around in the world and how we see things in front of us. Um, and so It's fascinating to look at. It is fascinating to look at how things shift and change because those cultural values, those [00:41:00] religious values, right? I think what's happening is that we're questioning more Than we were before. Right. So I think all of that's still happening. Right? There's always an evolution of cultural values. There's always an evolution of Religious values and of course through generations, those values that get passed on change too because our parents have different experiences in the world and they want to Still different things in us. And so there's just an evolution that happens. But I think what's happening now is that we're questioning it more. I think we're going, is that mine? Is it really my responsibility to carry on this value? Is it it's not mine. It's my parents. It's it's it's this religion that I don't wanna have anything to do with anymore. It's this Culture in America that's toxic. Right? It's not mine. I think we're just [00:42:00] I think we're more introspective. Well, general You and I Sarah: also everybody. About change makers. Right? And so just this word change maker, well, obviously, We want change. And so, clearly, our values can be the same as the values that, Uh, our parents or grandparents had. Yep. So we are looking for something that is different than we have today. And so, necessarily, our values need to be not according to, you know, what has worked in the past 50 years. So I I feel like, yeah, that's fascinating too. And I'm sure you kinda see a pattern with your clients as well that often the values are, Melissa: you know, similar. So Of course, they are because my clients value what I value and they believe what I believe. Now that doesn't mean they're exactly the same by any stretch. And that's the beautiful thing. I think I would be bored out of my skull if [00:43:00] every client I worked with wanted to do what I did and had the exact same values and the same experiences. That's not even close to true. Right. Their experiences with their values are so incredibly different. They show up in so many different ways, and they drive them in different ways. And the combination we have these like, oh, I get so excited talking about this. There's this magical combination of these values that we have that come together That, like, create they they they make a shape out of this fire that we have. And it's So cool to see that come together. I often could see it coming together before they do. And so they're like, I don't know why you're so excited about this. But, you know, you can you can really see it. You can see the essence of Sarah when I see that magical combination and Why this stake in the ground is so important to you and how these gifts that you have come together in this way that allow you to go out and do that. [00:44:00] And, um, yeah, I think we're, we're just, um, we're getting to the point where We're invested in in understanding ourselves at a really deep level, and I think that's expanding. I think people Know that it's possible. You know, we we kinda have this when we talk about conscious or, you know, inhumane marketing and, Um, being more compassionate about the world and open minded. And when we look at social media, we're like, ugh. Right? However, social media and the Internet have also done amazing things for open mindedness and for Exposing us to ideas and thoughts and solutions and pathways that we never would have been exposed to. And so I think that is also contributing to this idea of it's possible for me to move from this [00:45:00] state of being to another State of being or from this state of action to another state of action and to experience this transformation and this capability that I have To go out and do something big. Mhmm. And so for some people, what would just be this little, like, forever frustration Of knowing they have potential that, you know, that just dies with them at the end of their lives. They're realizing that there are pathways to take action on it And do something about it. And to me, that's the the most tragic is to have that and to know that you have this fire, to know that you have this Big potential and to never have taken action on it. Sarah: Yeah. What you described before is basically the definition of a change maker. Right? It's like, okay, I I know I I can contribute to this change. And and, um, I was having another conversation about pivots. I [00:46:00] was part of some summit about pivots, and I feel like there's Such an awakening of, uh, pivots now because people are kinda like you a few years ago. Right? You're in this corporate job, And you just like, I know we can do something much bigger than Melissa: what we're doing. I didn't even know what it looked like. It Sarah: was just Yeah. It's just like this Inner knowing, and it's like, well, I need to get out of this prison, and I just need to create it myself. And I feel like there's a lot of and a lot of people in this Melissa: Situation. And to be clear, I had to take a part time job to do that. Of course. No. That's the other thing. It's like you can't just jump ship and then Well, you can. But I I wanna, like, you know, I hate when, you know, it seems to somebody from the outside that, you know, you just make this jump. I just decided, and now I'm an entrepreneur, and I'm making a million no. That's not what happened. Right? You know? Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. So, [00:47:00] um, there is Nothing wrong with taking the step and saying, okay, what do I need to do to allow myself to take this The step towards what I know is bigger. And I'm like, you know Sarah: Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. I I I feel like we're at a very Promising crossroad, um, of of change. So I'm just super grateful that you're helping all these change makers find clarity because That is the 1 thing that can waste you a lot of time if you don't have clarity. Right? Melissa: Um, and I'm so grateful that you're helping them Figure out how to get out into the world with the message that they, that they have and need to deliver and to grow. Because if we can't grow, we can't impact. Yeah. Period. That's the thing. I mean, that's that's it. Right? Right. Sarah: You know? I feel like that's a a beautiful place to to close. This was wonderful. Thanks so much for [00:48:00] being here. 2 things. Um, please do share where people can find out more about humanity and your work on clarity and values. So share that. And then I have another last Melissa: question. Okay. Um, so you can find me on my website, Um, humanityinc dot world. Um, and you can find me on LinkedIn, um, at melissa highsley hyphen davis. And if you have show notes, so we can put it there so that you don't have to try to spell that. Um, those are the 2 primary places that I hang out. Sarah: Yeah. And my my last question that I always ask is, what are you grateful for today or this week? This year, I can say because we're at the beginning of the Melissa: year. Um, well, I'm grateful that you invited me on this podcast and I was really excited to be here because I I really do love your work so much. Um, and let's say this year, [00:49:00] um, I'm grateful for Realizing that I needed to bring other people into my work. Mhmm. And for that shift of I need to create this myself to I need to collaboration has always been really important to me, but but there's this I mean, you know, you're a creator too. And I don't know. There is it's tough. It's tough when you're creating To shift from creating to sharing. And and so it's, um, I'm grateful for that shift. I'm very grateful for that shift, and I'm grateful that I'm getting more comfortable being a lot more visible. And so I'm really excited, um, about everything. Yay. Sarah: Thank you for moments. Right? It's kinda like Exactly. Melissa: That's what I [00:50:00] live for. And it's really fun when they're your own too. Sarah: Yeah. It's amazing. Thanks so much for being here and, uh, to be continued, of course. To be continued. Thank you. As always, I hope you got some great value from listening to this episode. Hopefully, uh, that makes you think deeper about your values and how they impact your work. In order to find out more about Melissa and Her work, go over to humanity inc dot world, and you can also get her foundational clarity canvas at humanity inc dot dot com forward slash foundational dash clarity dash canvas. And if you are looking for others who think like you, why not join us in the humane marketing circle? You can find out more about The circle at humane dot marketing forward slash circle, and you find the show notes of this episode at [00:51:00] humane dot marketing forward slash h m 1 8 2. And on this beautiful page, you'll also find a series of free offers, such as the humane business Festo and the free Gentle Confidence mini course, as well as my 2 books, Marketing Like We're Human and Selling Like We're Human. Thanks so much for listening and being a part of a generation of marketers who cares for yourself, your clients, and the planet. We are change makers before we are marketers, so go be the change you want to see in the world. Speak soon.

Are you seeking to launch a new idea, start a business or pivot your existing business?This conversation is going to help you assess what's going to truly move your business forward this year.  Melissa Davis, Founder of Humanity Inc.  joins us again to break down some of the key pieces to having foundational clarity in your business - starting with values.  Get ready to explore: How this foundation can ignite growth, momentum, and change in your entrepreneurial journey. Why a crystal clear understanding of your values not only fuels creativity and innovation but also forms a structure that allows you to lead your business with more ease.How attracting your ideal client becomes less about the hard sell and more about the heart sell.While Melissa supports people around business - and I support people around making big choices and changes in their lives - we come together on the idea that clarity and foundation are ESSENTIAL for true lasting change, growth and momentum.Enjoy!Learn more about Melissa:https:/www.humanityinc.worldConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-heisley-davis/Get your free copy of the Foundational Clarity CanvasSign up for Foundational Clarity BootcampCheck out her past episodes!Clarity & Chaos CycleLiving Your Values with Melissa DavisLearn more about Carla:  https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/carlasreevesaz/Explore Coaching with Carla:  https://bookme.name/carlareeves/lite/explore-coachingSupport the podcast!  Check out the merch!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-differently-shop/

Unlock the secrets to lasting habit transformation with Dr. Mel Davis, a brilliant mind in neurobiology and behavior, as we unravel the layers of willpower management and habit building. Dr. Davis guides us through the journey of self-improvement without overwhelming oneself, highlighting the significance of incremental changes and the patience required, similar to mastering an instrument or earning a degree. We delve into prioritizing habits that will most positively impact your life, offering actionable strategies to build momentum and bolster self-efficacy.Confessing my personal struggles with syncing my nutrition with my steadfast exercise regimen, this episode offers a candid look into why it's tougher to break old habits than to form new ones. Dr. Davis shares her expertise on the psychology behind habit formation, discussing the ins and outs of a balanced diet rich in vegetables and the necessity of focusing on behavior for sustainable health. Especially as the festive season brings its share of temptations, learn how to enjoy life's indulgences in moderation and maintain a consistent approach to wellness.Strength training myths get debunked regardless of gender, as we illuminate its benefits, from osteoporosis prevention to body composition enhancement. We discuss the right equipment for every level and the proper frequency for strength sessions to maximize benefits while managing hunger on a calorie deficit. Dr. Davis also imparts wisdom on protein and macronutrient balance tailored to individual needs, ensuring listeners leave armed with knowledge to navigate their fitness journeys with confidence. Join us for a robust conversation that marries exercise, nutrition, and the craft of developing habits that stick.Today's Guest: Dr. Mel DavisDr. Melissa Davis holds a PhD in Neurobiology and Behavior and has 10 years of research experience. She has earned awards for teaching, scholarship, and research. A Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt and a repeat IBJJF Master World Champion, she has represented the U.S. in the Abu Dhabi World Pro twice. She currently does contract work for Renaissance Periodization, where she writes books, coaches clients, and develops nutrition and training products. In her free time she hikes, backpacks, hunts, forages, gardens, and trains her horse and mule in Montana. Links:Instagram: @regressive_underload Habit Book: ebook: https://rpstrength.com/evidence-based-habit-buildingprint, kindle, audio: https://www.amazon.com/Evidence-Based-Habit-Building-Finally-Done/dp/B09HHM1NL4RP Coaching: https://rpstrength.com/rp-coaching?selected=diet-and-training-coaching-menu_coachingYour Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 200,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.Website: www.kimberlybeamholmes.comThanks for listening!Connect on Instagram: @kimberlybeamholmes

Welcome to another episode of Art of the Kickstart, where we explore the world of entrepreneurship and innovation. On this episode we are joined with two exceptional guests. First, we have Melissa Davis, the ingenious mind behind SitBax, a revolutionary bleacher seat with a successful Kickstarter campaign raising over $80,000. Melissa, a dedicated mom, shares her inspiring journey from idea to crowdfunding success. Our second guest is Forde Aley, an expert in product development and sourcing, who has worked with major retailers on a diverse range of products. Join us as we dive into the dynamic world of startups, from concept to execution, and be inspired by these remarkable entrepreneurs.

On episode 406 of Geekiest Show Ever, it's Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Elisa and Melissa share advice for keeping online accounts safer and try to use Amazon's new passkey feature while recording live. Tune in to see how that turned out! Check out full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse406-cytober/ Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation: https://techhub.social/@GeekiestShowEver. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode art by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love - Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend link: http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

Learn about a most horrific crime out of Austin, Texas. It involves 33-year-old Melissa Davis who was found deceased in a quiet, upscale Austin neighborhood in the early morning hours of September 29, 2023.#melissadavis #Austin #austintexas #breakingnews #truecrime #idaho #moscowidaho #kayleegoncalves #madisonmogen #ethanchapin #xanakernodle #moscowstudentmurders #idahostudentmurders #moscowhomicides  #truecrimeunsolved #truecrimeunsolvedSupport the show

On episode 405 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa discuss upgrade plans, backup methods and services, high-tech healthcare tools and digital book readers. Check out full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse405 that-syncing-feeling/ Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation: https://techhub.social/@GeekiestShowEver. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode art by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love - Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend link: Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

Are you familiar with the pattern of going from having absolute clarity to chaos and confusion?Join us as Melissa Davis, Founder of Humanity, Inc., shares her insights on navigating this inevitable cycle of clarity and chaos as an entrepreneur. Discover how embracing this cycle can propel us forward without getting derailed.In the world of entrepreneurship, the journey is often compared to a roller coaster ride – the exhilarating highs and the challenging lows, the moments of crystal-clear clarity and the times of utter chaos.  It's a constant push and pull between doubt and conviction.In this conversation, we'll explore:The reality and importance of this familiar cycle.Powerful strategies to embrace this cycle, transforming it from a source of fear and doubt into a catalyst for growth and innovation.The incredible opportunity we have to turn what feels like a barrier into a springboard for success.What if we could not only navigate but also wholeheartedly embrace this cycle? Let this candid conversation stir your thinking on how you can transform this familiar cycle into a powerful tool that propels you forward on your entrepreneurial journey.Learn more about Melissa:https:/www.humanityinc.worldConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-heisley-davis/Learn more about Carla:  https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/carlasreevesaz/Explore Coaching with Carla:  https://bookme.name/carlareeves/lite/explore-coachingSupport the podcast!  Check out the merch!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-differently-shop/

On episode 404 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa answer listener feedback and share their thoughts on Apple's September Event dubbed "Wonderlust." Check out full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse404-dont-disappoint-your-mother/ Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation: https://techhub.social/@GeekiestShowEver. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode art by Melissa Davis where she's shared her favorite event clips of Mother Nature in action at Apple HQ. Show Us Some Love - Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

On episode 403 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa discuss tips for getting life done with tech from installing smart plugs and running utility apps to managing the healthcare of a loved one. Check out full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse403-healthcare-tech-tips/ Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation: https://techhub.social/@GeekiestShowEver. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love - Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

On episode 402 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa discuss travel and share technology tips for setting up printers and keeping your money safe from scams. If you're a Breaking Bad fan, you'll want to tune in! Check out full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse402-rusty-roadtripper/ Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation: https://techhub.social/@GeekiestShowEver. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love - Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

Have you considered the important role that your values play in your daily life?Today, we'll delve into some of the ways that values impact our everyday life, relationships and business interactions and decisions. Our values act as a compass, a guiding force that shapes our motivations and directs our actions. Melissa will help us understand how this internal motivation system can help us to create a profound shift in our life and biz.Through her work with startups, entrepreneurs she's uncovered an invaluable process for helping people get clarity around their values to sharpen purpose, focus & impact.Join our conversation listen for her practical insights, thought-provoking stories, and actionable steps that will inspire you to unlock your own inner reservoir of values.Enjoy!Learn more about Melissa:https:/www.humanityinc.worldConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-heisley-davis/Learn more about Carla:  https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/carlasreevesaz/Explore Coaching with Carla:  https://bookme.name/carlareeves/lite/explore-coachingSupport the podcast!  Check out the merch!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-differently-shop/

On episode 401 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa review the good deals and products they scored during Amazon's Prime Day this year. They've done the research so you don't have to! Check out full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse401-prime-a-donna/ Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation: https://techhub.social/@GeekiestShowEver. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love - Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

Howie and Harlan are joined by Melissa Davis, a Yale radiologist and a graduate of Yale SOM's MBA for Executives program, to discuss the ‘whoa' moments and the weaknesses she has encountered using artificial intelligence to help interpret scans. Harlan reflects on the slow progress toward a healthcare system that rewards value rather than volume; Howie reports on new treatments for Alzheimer's disease.  Links: “Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suggests covid was designed to spare Jews, Chinese people” “The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and Unethical Behavior” “Vinod Khosla: Machines will replace 80 percent of doctors” “Affirmative action ruling raises concerns over impact on medical school diversity” Yale School of Management: MBA for Executives Sepsis DX, co-founded by Melissa Davis “Donanemab in Early Symptomatic Alzheimer Disease: The TRAILBLAZER-ALZ 2 Randomized Clinical Trial” “Editorial: Amyloid-Targeting Monoclonal Antibodies for Alzheimer Disease” Learn more about the MBA for Executives program at Yale SOM. Email Howie and Harlan comments or questions.

On episode 400 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa discuss smart home tech such as lighting with ways to monitor your home remotely along with glitches that can occur and what to do about them. Check out full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse400-throwing-out-the-game-of-life/ Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation: https://techhub.social/@GeekiestShowEver. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love - Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

On episode 399 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa discuss the advantages of having a HomePod Mini and smart thermostats. Check out full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse399-iot-oh-darn/ Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation: https://techhub.social/@GeekiestShowEver. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love - Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

On episode 398 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa discuss their WWDC23 reactions. Check out full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse398-our-wwdc23-reactions/ Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation: https://techhub.social/@GeekiestShowEver. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love - Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

On episode 397 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa discuss their WWDC23 Wish List, tips for working with Apple's Music app and working out with Fitness plus. Check out full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse397-face-the-music/  Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Twitter for additional tips and conversation: https://twitter.com/GeekiestShow. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love - Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

On episode 396 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa follow up on tech they've researched or tried out recently. Listen to find out what they've learned. Check out full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse396-follow-up/  Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Twitter for additional tips and conversation: https://twitter.com/GeekiestShow. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love - Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

May is a #3/12 Numerological Month. It's an incredible time to begin creative endeavors, socializing, and having fun. You may feel scattered due to the many events and emotions surrounding you, so make sure to take time for yourself and not work too hard! We begin May 2023 in between the Solar Taurus Eclipse and Lunar Scorpio eclipse so it's definitely intense out there. Clear out any discrepancies, tangible items that can be donated or thrown out, and release any harboring negative emotions in a healthy way. May is a time of great change and forward movement and it will go by swiftly, so embrace it and surround yourself with those that you respect and love and honor the soul that they are. You are rediscovering what you LOVE, so live it up! Step into your “fun”! It is important to let go of your fear of the unknown and embrace your GIFTS. AND...If you want to delve deeper into your personality type and how the Enneagram can help you unlock your potential then check out the masterclass: Enneagram for Your Soul's Development with Melissa Davis and myself! Have you ever been curious about why you do what you do and where it derives from? Do you awaken more compassion to the undeniable inner or childhood wound so you can manifest your life's purpose? Enneagram is a tool to help you understand yourself better, bring about personal growth, and to help you improve relationships of any kind while gaining inner peace and clarity of the Why behind who you are. It is more than a profile of traits or behaviors, as it delves deeper into the motivations, defenses, and fears that lie in the often-unconscious area of our personality. In the same way that we can be 'triggered' by anything that reminds us of our trauma, war and other tragedies 'triggers' an upset in our psyche. Many of us have wounds hardwired in us from early childhood when we were deprived of safety, security or love. The Enneagram helps us uncover what our original wound is so that we can become aware of the patterns we have adopted to fulfill our needs. Once we become aware of our Enneagram type, we no longer can become unaware and that is where the true healing begins.... WE WILL: - Learn your Enneagram typology + discover the depths of your personality + soul - Uncover the origins of it and how it relates to our modern world - Learn about the different behaviors, and motivators behind each Enneagram number - Shine a light on your blind spots to start healing subconscious patterns - Discover how you can incorporate this knowledge in all areas of your life - BONUS Janet Namaste will facilitate the opening + closing ceremony of this sacred event! ⭐️ Until MAY 15th - 50% off the enneagram masterclass - https://www.janetnamaste.com/offers/KJvgnVY9?coupon_code=ENNEAGRAM    CONNECT WITH JANET:  

On episode 395 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa discuss tips for using Apple Wallet and shopping for smart thermostats. Did you know you can use your titanium Apple card as a screwdriver? Check out the full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse395-catching-up/  Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Twitter for additional tips and conversation: https://twitter.com/GeekiestShow. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love - Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

“The biggest mistake that you can make in any business… is listening to other people on what you should do and what you should not do.”In this episode of Finance Client Acquisition –  Simple Sales Systems for WOC Finance Experts – I'm talking to Melissa Davis, Money Coach and founder of Iwillwallet. Melissa helps therapists chase freedom and not a check so that they can attain and the life they want to live.Like so many others, Melissa had imposter syndrome and undercharged for her coaching services. In today's episode, she talks about how she overcame her fear by being surrounded with like-minded people and eliminating distractions.Tune in and give it listen to this impactful conversation!In this episode:From an idea in the car to making iwillwallet a success - Melissa's journeyWhat mistakes do people make with money and what does Melissa do to fix them?From charging $50 a month for coaching to owning herself and charging with confidence One thing that helped Melissa uplevel her businessHow does Melissa find the ideal client that she wants to work with?Before comparing yourself, check the BTS of the other person's workRest is a necessity and part of business, not a reward for accomplishmentResources and Links-Want to work with me? Choose your option from below and book a call: CALENDLY.com/financevaro/salescall-VIP DAY: a DONE FOR YOU 5-hour experience where you sit back and I build out your sales systems for your next launch-7 Figure Sales System Mastermind: a high impact 1:1 three-month container with access to other WOC industry leaders in finance-Do you want sales strategies sent straight to your inbox? Sign up HERE.Connect with MelissaInstagram: @iwillwalletFacebook: @The.iwill.WalletTwitter: @iwillwalletWebsite: www.iwillwallet.comConnect with RoInstagram: @theroshahSign up for the Lead Gen Lab at theroshah.com/lead-gen-lab.Support the show

For the very special 500th episode, I take a look back at some of my favorite interviews of the Best You Podcast. I share short clips from 6 different past episodes with some of my favorite guests I've had on the show. The first guest is Derrick Billups, who was the guest on the very first episode of Best You and was one of the people who helped me get started as a fitness trainer in Nashville. Next is Chris Fowler, who was the host of College GameDay, a show that I grew up watching and loving. Then you'll hear from DeMarco Murray, who was offensive player of the year in the NFL and I worked for him at Tilt Cycle.Next is Dr. Melissa Davis, one of the top experts on health and fitness optimization at Renaissance Periodization. Next you'll hear from Ellen Latham, the founder of Orange Theory fitness where I coached for my first 7 years in the fitness industry. Finally, you'll hear from Chris McChesney, the author of the book, The Four Disciplines of Execution, which inspired me to create the 10-Week Transformation.Check out the episode to learn more about how to hustle with intention, how Chris Fowler started and grew College GameDay to what it is today, how to become the best NFL running back in the entire league, how to optimize your health, how Ellen Latham went from starting Orange Theory Fitness to growing it to over 1 million members, and how to execute on your wildly important goal and so much more._____________________________In this episode: 05:35 How to Hustle with Intention with Derrick Billups11:07 How Chris Fowler started and grew College GameDay to what it is today  18:30 How to become the best NFL running back in the entire league with DeMarco Murray25:24 How to optimize your health through building habits with Dr. Melissa Davis  30:18 How Ellen Latham went from starting Orange Theory Fitness to growing it to over 1 million members 34:18 How to execute on your wildly important goal with Chris Fowler ____________________________FREE COURSE - 3 Steps to Losing Body Fat and Building MuscleSign Up for FREE at https://www.nickcarrier.com Today!____________________________Build Healthy Habits That Will TRANSFORM Your Body and Your Life!LEARN MORE About The 10WT Today at https://www.nickcarrier.com/10wt ____________________________Follow Nick on Instagram: @carrier_bestyou

On episode 394 of Geekiest Show Ever, Melissa is joined by Tom Schmidt and they catch up while Elisa is moving into her new home. They discuss settling in from their own recent moves, Tom's new kitten, fun with improv, macOS Ventura, and Mastodon. Tom shares how he's used ChatGPT to have some fun with writing. You'll want to tune in and hear him read his script. Check out our full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse394-improv-tom/  Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Twitter for additional tips and conversation: https://twitter.com/GeekiestShow. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis. Check out Tom on Scenes From A Hat https://www.scenesfromahat.org/online/ Show Us Some Love Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

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On episode 393 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa is getting ready to move house and Melissa has made the move to Mastodon. Check out our full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse393-mammoth-move/  Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Twitter for additional tips and conversation: https://twitter.com/GeekiestShow. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

On episode 392 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa share updates on their newest tech and gear. Check out our full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse392-recharging/. Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Twitter for additional tips and conversation: https://twitter.com/GeekiestShow. We'd like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis. Show Us Some Love Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa's referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3 Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa's is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa's is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa's is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa's is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

Episode 79. “… entrepreneurship can feel really lonely. And the reason that it feels really lonely is because I believe we isolate ourselves based on this competitive, usually adopted, mindset or collective behavior that we have around entrepreneurship. And the reality is that we are part of this amazing, brilliant ecosystem of entrepreneurs, and small businesses and not for profits, in a community. And together we create value for each other and we create value for the community. And the stronger we're connected into that ecosystem, the better we do.” Melissa DavisMelissa Davis is a startup clarity coach & founder of Humanity inc. Her mission is to connect entrepreneurs, leaders, & changemakers, to each other and to the resources they need to create more impact in the world. She believes that when we come together on the shared value of collaboration instead of competition, it has a rapid & compounding effect not just individually, but for the whole community. In her conversation with Linda, she shares:“… when we can kind of let down that idea of "I have competitors" and "it's my job to do this alone"  because I'm an entrepreneur because I chose to take this path where I have to figure all this out on my own. ... I want entrepreneurs to know, if you have the vision, you have the capacity, and that doesn't mean you have to do it alone.”“Having the capacity doesn't mean that you have to have the capacity to do all the little things, you don't and you won't, and you shouldn't. What it means is that if you have the vision as an entrepreneur, to contribute, to make this impact, to do this thing you see it solving a problem.”“… if we can have the broader understanding of what our role is in this bigger ecosystem, then we're better able to perform in it. We're better able to connect with the people around us really effectively and to solve the problem because that's really the goal of entrepreneurship is to solve a problem or an anticipated problem.”“… if I can plug in as an entrepreneur and I can see the opportunities to plug into the ecosystem, that means to partner and work with other entrepreneurs and small businesses and not for profits to see the opportunities for my puzzle piece to fit in there, to be guided on designing my business around the idea that I'm a puzzle piece instead of the whole puzzle, then I'll see one, that I'm more successful, and two, I'll just simply be naturally incentivized to do that because, I believe that we'll see more success, less failure rates as entrepreneurs and, happier entrepreneurs if we can do that.”You can reach out to Melissa through her website HumanityInc.world or connect with Melissa on Linked In.What came up for you as a result of this conversation?  Let Linda know by going to Normal-Lies.com and leave a review.  Linda reads every one and every month, she chooses one review to read on air.  Who knows, she may choose yours!If you have a question or a topic you'd like addressed on an upcoming episode, go to Normal-Lies.com and click the contact page to send Linda a message. Or, click on the microphone icon at the bottom right of the page to leave a voicemail. Be sure to follow Linda on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Linked In. 

This year, Gartner ThinkCast covered topics on the forefront of business and technology leaders' minds. Now, as 2022 rolls to a close, we're looking back at some of our most popular and thought-provoking conversations of the year.    First, Alexander Bant, Chief of Research for CFOs at Gartner, details nine key actions financial leaders can take today to continue to drive agility and digital transformation — and successfully navigate the next 12 to 24 months.   Then, Melissa Davis, VP Analyst at Gartner, advises Gartner clients on the use of customer analytics, shares details about a few of the Gartner 2022 Hype Cycle™ snapshots for emerging technologies, all of which are poised to drive massive transformation in the public and private sectors and earn a whole lot of consumer attention.   Finally, Andrew White, Distinguished VP Analyst, and Sarah Turkaly, Senior Principal, Advisory, both at Gartner and whose research focuses on data and analytics, outline how you can use the Gartner Value Pyramid to break down silos, reengineer key decisions and align data with leadership's mission-critical priorities.    Dig Deeper   Download: Gartner's Essential Guides for Effective Decision Making https://gtnr.it/3yWDRdZ   Webinar: Gartner Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies, 2022 https://gtnr.it/3C2p4hV

Sara Springer is an aspiring writer, mental health advocate, and mom to 5. She is co-founder to Love Will Foundation; a grass roots non-profit organization that offers financial assistance for counseling services in St. Louis, MO.  During the day she works as a nurse practitioner and in her spare time she blogs under the name Rebel Housewife. I LOVE this conversation with Sara! We tackle the holiday pressure to be and do "all the things" as mom and how it can be absolutely crazy making and exhausting. We share our experiences, mess-ups, and things we've found that bring us joy during this season as moms of five kids each. We hope that this conversation can give you permission to say no to what makes you crazy, say yes to what brings you joy, and a deep breath to embrace your personal peace and sanity during this holiday season. Remember: You are a person in your family who deserves to have peace and joy at the holidays too. Do not miss this episode!This episode is sponsored by wellness coach Melissa Davis. Melissa specializes inWeight managementStress managementSleep hygieneNutrition coachingVirtual supportContact her at m.davis.cpt@gmail.com for your FREE 30 minute session!Support the showI'd love to hear your thoughts! leave a comment below or head over to the podcast Facebook page and leave a comment there. Your words encourage me so much. Support the podcast here on Patreon and Buy Me a Coffee

Melissa Davis is the Owner of Social Chute and is an expert at helping business owners to scale their income.   SocialChute is a home service marketing service that helps businesses grow quickly and efficiently. They help create a sales optimization growth strategy that is tailored specifically for a company, so they can increase revenue and continue to grow.   She believes in the power of small businesses to make a positive difference, one family at a time.    As a CMO, she takes a look at a business's whole marketing situation, finds growth opportunities, and strategically manages campaigns to finally scale businesses.    She develops a simple brand message that focuses on the client and not the company. The easier the message is to follow, the easier it is to purchase.   Learn more at her website:  https://socialchute.org/ (https://socialchute.org/)   Melissa's LinkedIn Profile:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-friesland-davis/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-friesland-davis/)

Amy Cirksena is a freelancer and single mother living in Maryland  A self-proclaimed watermelon slicing expert- and firm believer that coffee is its own food group - when she isn't spending time chasing around her two bubbly little boys she can be found writing about love, grief, and renewed hope. Her articles can be found on Still Standing Magazine and Her View From Home. Amy and I talk about the challenging path of going through a divorce with young children and how this journey has transformed her as a mother and woman. We discuss the hardships, grief, things she didn't expect, and how she's reclaiming her joy. This episode is sponsored by wellness coach Melissa Davis. Melissa specializes inWeight managementStress managementSleep hygiene Nutrition coachingVirtual supportContact her at m.davis.cpt@gmail.com for your FREE 30 minute session! Support the show

On this episode of The Internship Show, we speak with Melissa Davis from Accenture. Melissa is the Strategy Campus Inclusion and Diversity Lead and gives us insight into their Campus Inclusion and Diversity strategy.

NFTs, cloud sustainability and autonomic systems each represent various stages of the hype cycle framework — from Innovation Trigger to the Trough of Disillusionment, and beyond. Why does Gartner expect those technologies will significantly affect business, society and people over the next two to 10 years?   As organizations prepare for the next wave of digital transformation, leaders are also navigating talent shortages, ESG — environmental, social and governance challenges — and a rapidly shifting cybersecurity landscape.    This episode features two segments that dive into both themes: First, Melissa Davis, a VP analyst who advises Gartner clients on the use of customer analytics, will share details on a few of the Gartner 2022 Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies that will drive massive transformation in the public and private sectors, and a whole lot of consumer attention. Then, in an interview first published by our sister channel Gartner Live video, Gartner analyst and 2022 IT Symposium/ExpoTM Conference Chair Rita Sallam, Distinguished VP Analyst Tina Nunno and VP Analyst Daniel Sanchez Reina, share a preview of the upcoming event's keynote, and why each of these issues weigh so heavily on IT leaders today. Dig Deeper   Discover: Gartner Conferences 2022-2023 Calendar   Webinar: Gartner Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies, 2022 https://gtnr.it/3C2p4hV

Sabrena Deal is a visual communicator, educator and aspiring gardener living in Athens, GA. She lives with her husband, Josh, their two kids Bea (5) and Owen (almost 2) and their dog, Maggie.Sabrena and I nerd out on all things personality in this episode: Are you an introvert or extrovert? How have your needs changed since you became a mom? What is your Myers-Briggs and Enneagram Type and what strengths and weaknesses do YOU bring to the table with your unique personality in your unique motherhood story? This is such a fun conversation full of honest stories and reflections, growth, grace, and encouragement. This episode is sponsored by wellness coach Melissa Davis. Melissa specializes inWeight managementStress managementSleep hygiene Nutrition coachingVirtual supportContact her at m.davis.cpt@gmail.com for your FREE 30 minute session!Support the show

Welcome to the Boss Effect Podcast. Where bold, outspoken soulful storytellers, speakers, performers and successful business owners come to share their POWERFUL stories of triumph in life and business.    In this episode: Melissa Davis owner of Superior Innovative Services, an in-home care provider for personal healthcare services in North Carolina. She is an empowerment speaker, psychotherapist, and leader within the mental health professional community. She helps clients to continue to "live, love, and laugh" with a little assistance. To learn more click the links below. https://www.superiorinnovative.org/ https://www.superiorinnovativecounseling.org/   You can join our Facebook Community and begin connecting with other like-minded individuals! Please, don't forget to subscribe to Boss Effect Podcast so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! To learn more about our previous guests, listen to past episodes, and get to know your host visit www.bosseffectpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram and YouTube. Shawn7 and Queen Kimmie