Podcasts about national angels

In this episode, Lynn Tonini interviews Gretchen Dupps, the Founder and Executive Director of Cleveland Angels located in Cleveland, Ohio. Gretchen shared her own exposure to the foster care system in her own family, who took in foster youth. She also described the purpose and services of Cleveland Angels, which is a chapter of the National Angels program based in Texas. Cleveland Angels supports all ages of youth in foster care, and even the families who take them in. She focused on the Dare to Dream program, which offers supportive relationships through mentors for older youth in care up to age 22. We ended with a discussion about strategies that the foster care system can put into place to help improve outcomes of youth who age out of care.

In this episode of the Foster Friendly Podcast, hosts Travis and Courtney speak with Kim Swilpa, the Executive Director of New Jersey Angels. Kim shares her unique journey from the cosmetic industry to foster care advocacy, highlighting the challenges faced by youth aging out of the system. The conversation also delves into the Dare to Dream program, which pairs mentors with youth to provide guidance and support, and the Love Box program, which offers assistance to foster families. The importance of normalcy for children in foster care is emphasized, along with the need for community involvement and volunteer support to strengthen foster care systems.Learn how you can get involved and become part of the National Angels organization. 

Brittany Viebrock, the Program Success Manager at Austin Angels, joins Rachel Fulginiti to discuss the vital support system for families and youth navigating the foster care system. The mission of Austin Angels is to walk alongside these families, providing volunteers who offer relationship-building and wraparound support. Brittany shares her extensive experience working with children in foster care and highlights the significant difference that community support can make in reducing the number of families who feel isolated in their journey. They also delve into the impact of recent legislative changes on child removal criteria in Texas, expressing concerns about the implications for vulnerable children. Listeners will find inspiration in the stories of kindness and connection that emerge from Brittany's work, revealing the beauty that exists within the foster care system.Brittany Viebrock's compelling story as a Program Success Manager at Austin Angels unveils the transformative power of community support in the foster care system. With a wealth of experience in social work and personal ties to foster care, Brittany eloquently articulates the mission of Austin Angels: to walk alongside families, youth, and children who are experiencing foster care through intentional relationships and comprehensive support. The episode reveals how the organization has evolved from a small community initiative into a national movement, now encompassing 17 chapters across 14 states, all dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by foster care.As the conversation unfolds, Brittany addresses the isolating nature of foster care, sharing her insights on why many families struggle to continue fostering. She highlights the innovative programs offered by Austin Angels, such as the Love Box program and the Dare to Dream mentorship initiative, designed to provide ongoing support and guidance to foster families and youth. Through these programs, volunteers are matched with families and youth based on shared interests and experiences, fostering deep connections that can last well beyond the formal program. The episode serves as a critical reminder of the importance of community in mitigating the challenges faced by foster families, encouraging listeners to consider how they might contribute to this vital work.The discussion also delves into current challenges within the foster care system, particularly the impact of recent legislative changes that have made child removal criteria more stringent. Brittany expresses her concerns about the potential consequences of these changes, which may lead to children remaining in unsafe environments longer than necessary. This segment of the episode sheds light on the complexities of the foster care system and the urgent need for advocates who can champion the rights and well-being of vulnerable children. Listeners are left with a call to action: to engage with their local foster care programs, whether through volunteering, mentoring, or simply raising awareness about the realities of foster care. Brittany's passionate insights and the uplifting stories shared throughout the episode highlight the resilience of foster families and the profound impact that community support can have on the lives of children in care.Takeaways: Brittany Viebrock discusses the importance of support systems for foster families and children. Austin Angels started as a local initiative before expanding into the National Angels program. The mission of Austin Angels is to provide ongoing support for families in the foster care system. Brittany highlights the critical need for volunteers and mentors in foster care support. Children in foster care often face trauma from multiple placements; stability is crucial. Building relationships between volunteers and families can significantly improve foster care experiences. Links...

In this deeply moving episode, Natalie sits down with her friend + Founder of National Angels, Susan Ramirez. National Angels is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the foster care experience for children, youth, and families across the United States. Bossbabe has been a supporter of National Angels for years, deeply moved by the organization's mission and Susan's dedication to creating change in the lives of our most vulnerable population - children. Ahead of the holidays, Natalie and Susan share stories of hope, resilience, and transformation that will leave you inspired + maybe a bit emotional. Susan shares her journey of leaving corporate America to pursue this calling, how National Angels is rewriting the future for foster children, and the life-changing power of mentorship and community. Whether you're looking for inspiration, ways to give back this season, or a reminder of the impact we can create when we come together, this is an episode you can't miss. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Welcome + Introduction of Susan Ramirez. 00:29 – Why Natalie has been supporting National Angels for years and why this cause is so close to her heart. 01:55 – Susan's story: From climbing the corporate ladder to discovering her life's purpose. 03:36 – The devastating realities of foster care and the ripple effects across society. 07:06 – How Susan piloted her first program and transformed one family's life. 10:05 – Jonathan's story: From failing grades to football stardom through mentorship. 13:05 – How National Angels grew from a local initiative to a national movement. 15:34 – The business of non-profits: Running National Angels with strategy, leadership, and purpose. 17:34 – Susan's faith-driven decision to leave corporate America and lead National Angels. 19:34 – Burnout, leadership struggles, and Susan's transformative soul adventure in Sedona. 24:46 – Reclaiming her purpose and creating healthier boundaries as a leader. 27:19 – Teaching self-efficacy: Susan's powerful lessons on intentional parenting and mentorship. 29:15 – Balancing the emotional weight of foster care work with hope and resilience.  32:03 – Abel's story: A marathon, mentorship, and a life-changing surprise. 35:40 – The power of words: How encouragement changed one foster youth's life forever. 37:10 – How you can get involved: Donate, volunteer, or mentor a child through National Angels. 39:22 – The tangible impact of donations and the ripple effects of supporting this mission. 41:22 – How the Bossbabe community can step up and support National Angels. 42:29 – Volunteer and mentorship opportunities: How you can make a lasting difference. 45:13 – Susan's advice to her younger self: “Keep going—every hard moment is worth it.” RESOURCES + LINKS Use this link to donate to National Angels + participate in Bossbabe's Matching Campaign. Learn more about the National Angels Non-Profit + learn how to volunteer in your area. Learn more about Austin Angels, the Founding Chapter of National Angels Documentaries mentioned in the episode: Transforming Foster Care + Abel's Surprise at the Finish Line Join The Société: Our Exclusive Membership To Help You Build A Freedom-Based Business. Sign Up For Our Weekly Newsletter & Get Insights From Natalie Every Single Week On All Things Strategy, Motherhood, Business Growth + More.  Learn Natalie's Proven Method for Building a Profitable, Predictable, Freedom-Based Business and Get Back to WHY you Became an Entrepreneur in this FREE 90-Minute Training. Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Send Us A Screenshot & We'll Send You Natalie's 7-Figure Operating System Completely FREE (value $1,997)  FOLLOW bossbabe: @bossbabe.inc Natalie Ellis: @iamnatalie National Angels: @nationalangels Austin Angels: @austinangelsnonprofit Susan Ramirez: @mrs.susanramirez 

Disclaimer: This episode contains brief discussion of suicidal behavior, which may be distressing to some listeners. Please listen with care, and consider skipping this episode if this topic may be triggering for you. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek support from a mental health professional or reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Imagine a world where every child who experiences foster care has the opportunity to reach their full potential, and every family who fosters is supported in their journey. This is the vision behind The National Angels. Founder and CEO, Susan Ramirez joins the show to discuss National Angels' commitment to changing the statistics for children, youth, and families experiencing foster care through consistent, wrap-around support for all parties involved. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode! Follow Susan Ramirez:https://www.nationalangels.org/https://www.instagram.com/mrs.susanramirez/Check out our podcast, now on video, on my YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLzeA0jBX83j4wqpA2r9lpQTune in NOW and don't forget to subscribe, listen, rate, and review!To learn more about your host, Tiffany Blackmon…Check out my website,https://tiffanycblackmon.comSubscribe on YouTube, Tiffany Blackmonhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLzeA0jBX83j4wqpA2r9lpQFollow me on Instagram, @tiffanycblackmonhttps://www.instagram.com/tiffanycblackmonFollow me on Facebook, Tiffany Blackmonhttps://www.facebook.com/tiffanyslifestyleSubscribe to my newsletter so you never miss anything:https://bit.ly/44bk6fW

Susan knew almost nothing about foster care. And when the blinders came off at 27 years old, her whole life completely changed. She started what is now National Angels, whose 19 chapters have volunteers doing life with 3,000 kids experiencing foster care and their foster parents! Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode of Fostering Change, Rob Scheer speaks with a true “angel”: Susan Ramirez, the founder of National Angels, a non-profit organization whose mission is “to walk alongside children, youth, and families in the foster care community by offering consistent support through intentional giving, relationship building, and mentorship.”Now in 21 cities in 16 states, National Angels goal is to keep youth in foster care in one home before they are returned to their biological family or become a permanent part of that home by adoption.As Susan notes in the interview: “Every child should have at least one healthy adult who knows the color of their eyes and the passions of their heart.” Because close to 50% of foster parents close their home in one year, on average children in foster care move 7 times every 2 years. Think about that. How does that set these youth up for success?Susan and Rob discuss how foster care affects ALL of us as a society, and it is up to us ALL to do what we can to equip all youth to succeed. Otherwise, it can lead down the wrong path - as many of you know, 80% of all death row inmates were once in foster care. Close to 25% of those who have been part of “human trafficking” have been in foster care. Without support, those numbers will only grow.National Angels will host a “Give-a-Thon” from November 21-28. All of us at Comfort Cases encourage you to consider making a donation to increase their national awareness and support. More information about this important event can be found HERE.Follow National Angels:Website: https://www.nationalangels.org/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nationalangels?fbcl...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationalange...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationalang... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As managers, it's on us to make sure our team members understand how their roles fit into the bigger picture, and there's no better way to do this than setting clear priorities and even clearer expectations. In this episode of Managing Made Simple, I'm joined by Susan Ramirez, Founder & CEO of The National Angels nonprofit, where we talk about the Roles, Responsibilities, and Expectations framework that has propelled the organization to massive scale, accountability as a leader, and the four questions every manager must ask themselves when leading a team. Resources mentioned in the show: Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara About Susan: Susan is the Founder & CEO of National Angels. In 2015 Susan left an 8 year career in corporate America and has now grown into a national organization, currently operating 21 cities in 16 states.Learn more about National Angels: https://www.nationalangels.org/ -- Get the Thriving Team Scorecard and join my 20-day challenge to become a better manager to your team in just one month - liagarvin.com/scorecard Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:For Entrepreneurs & Founders - Let's get you out of the weeds and your teams firing on all cylinders, saving you time and money to reinvest in your business. Ask about the "Ops Playbook" to get started.For Corporate Managers & Teams - Want to build more effective managers, get better at giving & receiving feedback, solve RTO the right way, or support your team in navigating change and uncertainly? Ask about my "Manager & Team workshops". -- Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.com

When it comes to creating safety for vulnerability and trust on a team, as a leader, you have to go first. You have to open the door and set the tone, so others see that it's safe to follow. In my conversation with Chris Hartley, VP Of Sales at K. Hovnanian Homes and author of the upcoming children's book series "Life Lessons with Daddy," we discuss Chris's philosophy for leadership and for bringing out the best in his teams: leading with love. We talk about empathy, vulnerability, having hard conversations, and empowering teams to rise to their full potential. About Chris:Chris Hartley has nearly two decades of New Home Sales Experience in various roles across the industry. In addition to his current role as Vice President of Sales for K. Hovnanian Homes in DFW, Chris is a Certified Trainer for the Texas Real Estate Commission, frequent contributor to industry leading publications, a guest on numerous industry podcasts, and a highly sought out Public Speaker. Chris has worked with both public and private homebuilders across the US. Chris has won numerous awards on a local, regional, and national level including the inaugural Gold Award at The Nationals for One to Watch through the National Association of Homebuilders. Chris is an active member of the Zillow Builder Advisor Board as well as a Board Member for AtlasRTX. Chris is an advocate for the American Cancer Society, being named a three-time Corporate Hero and is part of Team Determination participating in half and full marathons having raised over $200,000 fighting for the cause. Chris's latest adventure was completing a full Ironman Triathlon on behalf of the National Angels, a Foster Care Organization Chris is passionate about as well as complete his first children's book series in 2022. Check out Chris's book: https://lifelessonswithdaddy.com/ -- Get the Thriving Team Scorecard and join my 20-day challenge to become a better manager to your team in just one month - liagarvin.com/scorecard To get on the list for my upcoming live Q&A sessions and "manager tip of the week" exclusive to my community, send the text MANAGER to (415) 234-5716. This text goes right to me, so feel free to ask any questions there as well, or share your questions for upcoming AMA episodes. Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:Manager Development - Micro to Macro Manager Development ProgramEmployee Engagement - Focus Groups & Action Planning WorkshopsRetaining Women - Accelerate Group Coaching Program for WomenFor Entrepreneurs & Founders - Billion Dollar Ops Playbook for Million Dollar Businesses -- Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.com

Hello soul friends! Today, I am chatting with Kristy Kuhl, a former corporate employee turned entrepreneur with multiple businesses. After making a list of everything that made her feel fulfilled, Kristy realized she needed to leave her career to achieve true fulfillment in life. She is now a passionate advocate for providing women with the resources and tools to live a more fulfilling life.   I want this episode to encourage you to pursue your own passions, even if it means facing fears and getting out of your comfort zone. We can all learn from Kristy's story. It is important to trust our intuition and break free from patterns that may be holding us back. I truly believe it's never too late to make a change and live a life aligned with one's values.   Get to know more about Kristy by visiting www.kristykuhl.com and follow her on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/kristy_kuhl/    Check out the Ladies Lifestyle Network at https://ladieslifestylenetwork.com/ and follow them on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ladieslifestylenetwork/    Grab tickets to the upcoming Ladies Lifestyle Network Social on March 30th: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ladies-lifestyle-network-social-tickets-558234543547    To learn more about the Charlotte Angels, visit https://www.charlotteangels.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlotteangelsnonprofit/    The National Angels' mission is to walk alongside children, youth, and families in the foster care community by offering consistent support through intentional giving, relationship building, and mentorship. To find a local Angels chapter near you, visit https://www.nationalangels.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationalangels/    Please follow along with A Well + Nourished Soul podcast on your favorite listening platform and leave a rating and review of the show. If you want to dive even deeper, visit www.awellandnourishedsoul.com to join our private community.   Schedule an individual coaching session with me: https://www.awellandnourishedsoul.com/angel#book  Come connect with me on Instagram @AshleyJGeorge. I love hearing from you!

Today's guest is Dave Hollis. We go deep talking about: Legacy and making the most of the limited time we have with our childrenIndividualized parenting and how to connect with each of your children's different personalitiesTech boundaries with teensA dads primary role as parent, not friendDave's identity shift and how he navigated figuring out who he truly was in the midst of chaos, including the tools and habits he usedTaking massive responsibility for your role as a husband in your marriageHealing and reframing core woundsDave's children's book, Here's To Your Dreams, why he wrote it, and the lessons that both dads and kids can learn from itDave Hollis is New York Times bestselling author of Get Out of Your Own Way, host of the Rise Together podcast, a health & fitness enthusiast and an online coach who works to inspire others to take control of their lives and create a future of fulfillment and purpose.Dave's history includes CEO of a media start-up, former president of sales & distribution for the film studio at The Walt Disney Company, a talent manager across film, tv & music and work in the publicity, research, and technology fields across the entertainment sector.Dave's philanthropy exists via the Dave Hollis Giving Fund where acting as an ally to the needs of children in foster care, teen homelessness and food insecurity have been a recent focus for grants.A father of four and former foster parent to four more, Dave and his family live in Austin, Texas, where he drives a 1969 Ford Bronco named Incredible Hulk and has a mini schnauzer named Jeffrey.Dave has sat on the board of the membership committee for the Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Sciences of which he is a member, and on the boards of Fandango Labs, Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers, National Angels and his alma mater Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment Media and Culture.Find Dave Online at:IG: @mrdavehollisWebsite: mrdavehollis.comRise Together PodcastBooks Mentioned:Get Out of Your Own WayHere's to Your Dreams---Welcome to the Dad.Work Podcast, where men are forged into elite husbands and fathers by learning what it takes to become harder to kill, easier to love, and equipped to lead.Get ready to start building the only legacy that truly matters - your family.Resources, Links, Show Notes:https://dad.work/podcast/Follow Dad.Work:https://instagram.com/dadwork.curt/https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtstorring/https://twitter.com/CurtStorringHOW TO BECOME AN ELITE MAN, HUSBAND, AND FATHER: FREE TRAINING:https://dad.work/training/

Today is Tuesday, but it's not just any Tuesday. Today is the first day of the National Angels Give-A-Thon! National Angels has a mission to walk alongside children, youth, and families in the foster care community by offering consistent support through intentional giving, relationship building, and mentorship. ​Statistically, children and youth in foster care face overwhelmingly negative outcomes, but it doesn't have to be this way. This year, National Angels has a goal of raising $100,000 during the 3-day Give-A-Thon. If you are in a position to give, head to https://www.nationalangels.org/give-a-thon.html today! ------- Let's stay connected! Head to mrdavehollis.com and sign up for my newsletter today! -------- Dave and his daughter Noah have crafted a delightful children's picture book, based on their popular video series “Teatime with Noah,” that encourages children to be brave, believe in themselves, and DREAM BIG!! In Here's to Your Dreams!: A Teatime with Noah Book (available now!), readers will follow along with Daddy and Noah as one of their beloved father-daughter tea parties magically transforms into a fantastical adventure. As Noah pursues her dream of becoming a sea captain, it's not all smooth sailing: she realizes she doesn't know how to be a captain and doesn't even have a ship! With each challenge and difficulty, Daddy gently guides Noah to ride the waves of life with courage… and to chart her own path. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We had a great conversation with author & speaker @Dave Hollis . We talked about so many things from his beginnings, to his rise & fall and everything in between. He owned his part in the downfall of his marriage to @Rachel Hollis and we fully appreciated how open and vulnerable he was on the show! This was a very raw conversation we had together!Dave Hollis is a dad living in a small town outside Austin where he spends his time as a NY Times best-selling author, host of the popular Rise Together podcast, keynote speaker, small business consultant, performance coach, and runner turned fitness enthusiast reaching for holistic health with an incredible community online. Dave's work history includes CEO of a media start-up, President of Sales for the film studio at The Walt Disney Company, a talent manager across film, tv, and music, along with work in publicity, research, and technology in the entertainment sector.Dave's hope is that his work might encourage people to have the courage to step toward their calling while equipping them with the tools to lead a fulfilling, meaningful life.The Hollis Family Giving Fund is the attempt to give back, where acting as an ally to the needs of children in foster care, teen homelessness and food insecurity have been a recent focus for grants.Dave has sat on the board of the membership committee for the Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Sciences, of which he is a member, and on the boards of Fandango Labs, Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers, National Angels and his alma mater Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment Media and Culture.Dave is the father to four incredible kids ages 5 to 15, a four-time foster parent, a sports memorabilia enthusiast and best friends to a green '69 Ford Bronco named The Incredible Hulk and a grumpy mini schnauzer named Jeffrey.

I am sure you already know about my guest today, Dave Hollis. But I bet you don't know the details of the journey he's been on in the last couple of years through his relationships, career, sobriety, and self-development. He's an incredible example of finding resilience through the mess and I'm excited for you to hear his insights. Dave Hollis is a New York Times best-selling author, host of the popular Rise Together podcast, keynote speaker, and life and business coach. Dave's history includes CEO of a top media start-up, former President of Sales for the film studio at the Walt Disney Company, a talent manager across film, tv, and music, and work in publicity, research, and technology in the entertainment sector. Dave is the father to four kids, a four-time foster parent, an avid runner, sports memorabilia enthusiast, and the proud owner of a 1969 Ford Bronco. Dave's philanthropy exists via the Dave Hollis Giving Fund where acting as an ally to the needs of children in foster care, teen homelessness and food insecurity have been a recent focus for grants. Dave has sat on the board of the membership for committee for the Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Sciences of which he is a member, and on the boards of Fandango Labs, Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers, National Angels and his alma mater Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment Media and Culture. In this episode Dave shares the stories of how he has navigated the ups and downs of divorce, sobriety, purpose, fatherhood, and more and why the messiness of personal development needs to be understood in a different light.   Here's what you will learn: How Dave pivoted from his divorce and darkness into courage and growth (4:26) How getting distance from a trauma can help you to rebuild a better foundation (13:25) Why divine guidance has helped him to help others through his books (21:24) How figuring it out as you go and acknowledging the messiness helps you to succeed (29:31) Why it's important to learn to fail (41:47) How playing with an alter ego can help manage anxiety (47:25) What did you learn from this episode? Share on Instagram and tag me at @amberlylagomotivation and @mrdavehollis so we can see!   Follow Dave: Facebook Instagram Twitter Website   Links mentioned in this episode: The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself   If you are ready to leave your mark by discovering your message and sharing it with the world, you've come to the right place!! Let's work together to build your influence, your impact, and your income! Join the tribe you have been waiting for to activate your highest potential and live the life you deserve!  Jump on the waitlist for the next "Unstoppable Life Mastermind!" JOIN NOW and let us know you are ready for greatness! Read the "True Grit and Grace" book here and learn how you can turn tragedy into triumph!  Thank you for joining us on the True, Grit, & Grace Podcast! If you find value in today's episode, don't forget to share the show with your friends and tap that subscribe button so you don't miss an episode! You can also head over to amberlylago.com to join my newsletter and access free downloadable resources that can help you elevate your life, business, and relationships! Want to see the behind the scenes and keep the conversation going?  Head over to Instagram @amberlylagomotivation! Audible @True-Grit-and-Grace-Audiobook  Website @amberlylago.com Instagram @amberlylagomotivation Facebook @AmberlyLagoSpeaker

This week's guest on Rise Together is an incredibly inspiring individual. Ryan Blair is a serial entrepreneur and New York Times bestseller, who established his first company at age twenty-one and has since created and actively invested in multiple start-ups. As the CEO of ViSalus, he took the company from start-up to more than $1.6 biillion in cumulative sales, and was named Ernst & Young's 2012 Entrepreneur of the Year. His first book, Nothing to Lose, Everything to Gain, was a number one New York Times bestseller, with the enticing subtitle, “The incredible story of a gang member who became a multimillionaire CEO”. Dave and Ryan have an amazing conversation about his journey, his work with National Angels, and how making space for you goals by eliminating obstacles and distractions can help you achieve a life you never dreamed of. -------- Imma keep some healthy space from social for a bit and am bringing it on email. Feels right, and actually a little more personal, tbh. We're basically one-way pen pals when you follow this link and drop your email here. —> mrdavehollis.com Dave's book Built Through Courage is available now! Dave was recently confronted with the fact that he was living the life someone else wanted for him. After weathering a highly publicized personal crisis amid the backdrop of an international pandemic and navigating the enjoyable but unpredictable waters of being a single father to four kids, he has been forced to become the captain of his own life and is ready to teach others how to do the same. I want to be your coach. Yes, YOU! Join me at Growth Day, not for pre-taped lessons, but for weekly LIVE coaching. Click the link and gain access to my coaching + some of the world leaders in personal growth like Brendon Burchard, Jenna Kutcher, Jamie Kern Lima, and more! -> http://bit.ly/daveatgrowth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all deal with fear in one way or another (I wrote a chapter in my book about it), and the question is, "how do you move from fear to courage?"  Check out my conversation with Dave about how he navigated some of the more challenging aspects of his life, and how we can all stretch ourselves.About Dave:Dave Hollis is a New York Times best-selling author, host of the popular Rise Together podcast, a keynote speaker and a life and business coach on GrowthDay. Dave's history includes CEO of a media start-up, former President of Sales for the film studio at The Walt Disney Company, a talent manager across film, TV, and music, and work in publicity, research, and technology in the entertainment sector. Dave's the father to four kids, a four-time foster parent, an avid runner, a sports memorabilia enthusiast, and drives a 1969 Ford Bronco. Dave's philanthropy exists via The Hollis Foundation, where acting as an ally to the needs of children in foster care, teen homelessness, and food insecurity have been a recent focus for grants. Dave has sat on the board of the membership committee for the Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts, and Sciences, of which he is a member, and on the boards of Fandango Labs, Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers, National Angels, and his alma mater Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment Media and Culture.

This is a super special week on Rise Together because our interviewee is...Dave Hollis! Dave sits down with his good friend Jon Acuff and reflects on the past 5 years, his experience with treatment and sobriety, and what the future holds as he continues on his journey of figuring out this thing we call life. -- National Angels is working to ensure that every single child/youth who experiences foster care has the opportunity to reach their fullest potential and every family who fosters is radically supported in their journey. You can join me in helping to change the statistics this May for National Foster Care month by clicking here —> https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTUwMjcy Founded by New York Times best-selling author Heather Avis, The Lucky Few Foundation is a global storytelling movement, shifting narratives to create a more inclusive world where everyone belongs. The Foundation ensures that family members, friends, and loved ones of a person with Down syndrome have the opportunity to share their stories and everyone else has the opportunity to access those stories as a bridge to relationship, ultimately strengthening our collective humanity. Learn more about The Lucky Few Foundation here --> https://theluckyfewfoundation.org/ -- Our next Get Fit 60-Day Challenge starts May 9 with a week-long pre-party just kicking off and Heidi and I would love to have you join! If you've been looking for a community online that invites you to not only come as you are but celebrates you for being exactly who you are and where you're at in your journey, this is absolutely for you. This community has become my safe, reliable soft landing on the days I struggle as well as accountability cheerleaders when I get on a roll. As much as people come to get into better shape, they stay because of feeling part of something unlike anything they've ever experienced. Everyone has access to daily workout programs with individual tracks that you can jump in and out of: in the gym or at home, programs for men and women, at every fitness level with modifications to meet you where you are. Beyond the physical challenges, the weekly lives also feature experts in nutrition, dance, breathwork, cooking, yoga, and more, all of whom interact and answer questions in the community regularly. This celebration of what our bodies can do is equally supported by creating space for the mental and emotional components of transformation, all in a private Facebook community that loves and supports you as you are, right where you are. For me, in this window of life, this community has become the only place I interact online because of the way it pours positively into me and every other person there, every single time I'm there. Heidi and I would love to see you become part of this amazing family as well. Learn more by clicking this link --> http://mrdavehollis.com/showup Imma keep some healthy space from social for a bit and am bringing it on email. Feels right, and actually a little more personal, tbh. We're basically one-way pen pals when you follow this link and drop your email here. —> mrdavehollis.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, I'm joined by New York Times best-selling author, podcast host, keynote speaker, business coach, and my friend, Dave Hollis! Some of you might remember back in March 2020 on episode 502 when I sat down with Dave to talk about his book Get Out Of Your Own Way. In the almost two years since that episode, so much more has happened, including the publication of Dave's latest book, Built Through Courage: Face Your Fears to Live the Life You Were Meant For.    Dave and I talk about accepting failure, adjusting goals, and taking the steps to learn and grow. He explains how his faith and sense of self have been challenged these past two years and how they've ultimately transformed himself and inspired the direction of his newest project. Dave also shares why it's crucial to share your God-given gifts with the world and his advice for how to embark on that journey of self discovery.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Dave's recent book tour  Fears that came up while launching his latest book  The intention and evolution of Built Through Courage  The clarity Dave has on the hardships he faced in 2020 Discovering who are you separate from your modifier descriptions   RESOURCES   Built Through Courage: Face Your Fears to Live the Life You Were Meant For   Join Dave Hollis' & Heidi Powell's 60-Day Get Fit Challenge at heidipowell.net!   Thanks to BYJU's FutureSchool. Visit byjus.com/us to enroll in your first 4 classes, a $99 value, for just $9.99.  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text PODCAST to 310-496-8363 for updates and a chance to be featured on the show!   CONNECT WITH DAVE Website: mrdavehollis.com Instagram: @mrdavehollis Facebook: Dave Hollis Twitter: @MrDaveHollis YouTube: Dave Hollis LinkedIn: Dave Hollis CONNECT WITH LORI Instagram: @loriharder Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends & Business   GUEST BIO   Dave Hollis, New York Times bestselling author of Get Out of Your Own Way, works to inspire others to take control of their lives and create a future of fulfillment and purpose. As a former president of distribution for the Walt Disney Studios, Dave has seen both the negative consequences of limiting beliefs and the positive power of imagination, dreams, and believing in oneself. Dave is a member of the Motion Picture Academy and has been an advisor or board member of technology incubator Fandango Labs; philanthropy start-up Givsum; film charity Will Rogers Pioneers Foundation; Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment, Media, and Culture; and foster-care champion National Angels. A father of four and former foster parent to four more, Dave and his family live in Austin, Texas, where he drives a 1969 Ford Bronco named Incredible Hulk and has a mini schnauzer named Jeffrey. His new book, Built Through Courage: Face Your Fears to Live the Life You Were Meant For, is available anywhere books are sold.

Dave is a New York Times best-selling author, host of the popular Rise Together podcast, keynote speaker, and life and business coach. Dave's history includes CEO of a media start-up, President of Sales for the film studio at The Walt Disney Company, talent manager across film, tv, and music, along with work in publicity, research, and technology in the entertainment sector. Dave is the father to four kids, a four-time foster parent, an avid runner, and a sports memorabilia enthusiast. Dave's philanthropy exists via the Dave Hollis Giving Fund, where acting as an ally to the needs of children in foster care, teen homelessness, and food insecurity have been a recent focus for grants. He has sat on the board of the membership committee for the Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Sciences, of which he is a member, and on the boards of Fandango Labs, Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers, National Angels, and his alma mater Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment Media and Culture. As the CEO of the Hollis Company and a skeptic-turned-believer in all things personal development, Dave's mission is to encourage others to start showing up as the best versions of themselves. For over two decades, Dave has been a leader in some of the largest media empires and carved a strategic path to the exact career he wanted. He's chasing audacious dreams, which now include leading the coaching community through life-changing courses using his totally unique perspective. NEXT STEPS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: 1. Go to mrdavehollis.com. 2. For information on Career Coaching with Dave visit thehollisco.com. TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS VIDEO: – Intro – Fear – Courage – Choice – Success in the Face of Adversity – How Do You Feel About Yourself When You're by Yourself – Purpose – Connect to Who You Want to Be, Before You Become Who You Want to Become – 90 Day Challenge – Don't Let Your STUFF Keep You Stuck with It ABOUT ME: Hi, I'm Stephen Scoggins. After fighting from homelessness and depression to build multiple businesses employing hundreds of amazing people, I've learned a lot about what it really takes to overcome your limitations and build your dream life. Now, my goal is to help 1 million people get from where they are today, to where they want to be in life. To help with that, I'm releasing videos on this channel several times per week and posting regularly on social media. On this YouTube channel, I interview the world's foremost thought leaders on what it takes to master your life. I also have a library of free resources, downloadable eBooks, and personality tests to help you become the person you always wanted to be. Just check out my websites below! MASTER YOUR LIFE WITH FREE RESOURCES: My website: https://www.stephenscoggins.com Free eBooks & Resources: https://www.stephenscoggins.com/resources My Blog: https://stephenscoggins.com/blog/ Stuck to Unstoppable Podcast: https://stephenscoggins.com/stuck-to-unstoppable/ CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephen_scoggins/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephenscoggins/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenscoggins Twitter: https://twitter.com/stephen_scoggin

In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm talking to one of the most inspiring people I've ever met. She is absolutely a living example of someone who is loving, serving, and growing through her work in the world. Susan Ramirez is the founder and CEO of National Angels, an organization that helps foster care community by offering consistent support through intentional giving, relationship building, and mentorship. Susan spent the first several years of her career working in corporate America, but then, after attending a conference about foster and adoption, she felt a powerful calling to completely change her life's path. Despite being scared to shift her life so drastically, she stepped forward to honor that calling and has since gone on to grow National Angels to a nationwide organization that helps thousands of foster children and their families. This episode is so inspiring, and I know it's going to resonate with that big piece of YOU that feels called to serve through your work and your business. Listen in to hear... ---> The full powerful story of how Susan was called to help kids in foster care  ---> The inner struggle that Susan faced to honor that calling — and how she overcame it ---> How her vision expanded the more she honored her calling ---> Inspiring stories about how the work National Angels is doing is working ---> How you can help support families who foster with time, financial resources, or mentoring Susan believes that every single child should have one healthy adult who knows the color of their eyes and the passions of their heart… ...and her mission is to reach and help every single child so that they know and feel that they're loved. If you feel called to support National Angels and help Susan continue to do her meaningful work in the world, please join me by going here: www.yourvirtualupline.com/donate.  My wife, Shannon, and I will be matching every single donation.

I love building tomorrow.  I dream and work toward a better future.  I'm at peace with that.  However, a recent talk by my buddy Chris Hartley helped me realize what I've been missing....today. In this episode, we'll discuss: Recalibrating Life Eliminating the Unneccessary  Realigning with a Cause The Hartley Challenge For more information on the National Angels that Chris is racing for, visit NationalAngels.org

In this episode, learn from Dave Hollis on ways to honoring your uniqueness and having the courage to discover and live out your purpose.What we chat about in this episode:- Dave's experience transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship- Aligning to your own vision and what that looks like- Creating space from the noise so you can connect with your purposeAbout Dave:Dave Hollis, New York Times bestselling author of Get Out of Your Own Way, host of the Rise Together podcast, health & fitness enthusiast and online coach works to inspire others to take control of their lives and create a future of fulfillment and purpose. Dave's history includes CEO of a media start-up, former president of sales & distribution for the film studio at The Walt Disney Company, a talent manager across film, tv & music and work in the publicity, research, and technology fields across the entertainment sector. In those roles, Dave has seen both the negative consequences of limiting beliefs and the positive power of imagination, dreams, and believing in oneself.Dave has sat on the board of the membership committee for the Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Sciences of which he is a member, and on the boards of Fandango Labs, Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers, National Angels and his alma mater Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment Media and Culture. Dave's philanthropy exists via the Dave Hollis Giving Fund where acting as an ally to the needs of children in foster care, teen homelessness and food insecurity have been a recent focus for grants. A father of four and former foster parent to four more, Dave and his family live in Austin, Texas, where he drives a 1969 Ford Bronco named Incredible Hulk and has a mini schnauzer named Jeffrey. His latest book, Built Through Courage, is available nationwide October 26, 2021. Connect with Dave:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrdavehollis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrdavehollis/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrDaveHollis TEXT HOLLY: https://bit.ly/TextHollyGrab the Planner and New Power Pack Bundle - https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/plannerJoin the Crush the Rush Community -www.facebook.com/groups/crushtherushI hope these tips help! Keep in touch! Leave me a message at hollymariehaynes.com or instagram.com/holly_marie_haynes

The term the ‘struggle is real' seems to be a universal cliche at this point in history. Whether the troubles that came in 2020 was hard on your business or just plain hard, chances are you've if you look hard enough you have still grown in one way or another. Our guest today wouldn't call himself an expert on this topic (his resume begs to differ), but then again, that seems to be how his business thrives. Welcome back to Inside The Greenroom! Today we talk with NY Times bestselling author, CEO of Hollis Company, keynote speaker, and fulfillment coach Dave Hollis. Join us as we talk about Dave's journey that lead to his upcoming book “Built Through Courage”, and the moment he realized his successful corporate job was not fulfilling his true passion. Dave talks about the struggles he's gone through and how they are essential to the foundation of the legacy he wants to leave behind.  Listen in as we discuss Dave's transparent approach to building a new platform, why your purpose and business should work together, and how you can make your audience want to stay with you forever. You'll get practical tips and tricks to open your mind to what you really want out of life, as well as how you can walk forward with courage and impact those who need to hear your unique story. We are not immune to struggle, but aligning yourself with what you were created to do, will only make the journey that much easier.  To pre-order “Built Through Courage” you can check out www.mrdavehollis.com/book or follow Dave on social media for more resources below! More Of What's Inside: Cultivating the courage to step towards your destiny Knowing when its time to move on Building resilience in real-time  How your struggles can push your forward The prerequisite to learning Being very clear on your values The power of being honest in your journey Leaving your audience satisfied every time How your audience can help you innovate Finding your passion to develop your purpose The importance of actively working towards your passion And much more!   LINKS: Book Speakers for your next event!  We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com/ Join our Platform Live 2021 Event: Learn how to let your story shine while growing your business!  https://joinplatformlive.com/greenroom Join our Platform Tour interactive Journey, October 11th-17th: https://success.advanceyourreach.com/platformtour-registration/?campaign=Greenroom&ref=12 If you are interested in becoming an affiliate for our Platform Tour October 11th-17th, you can learn more here: Become an Partner for Platform Tour   Connect with Dave: Website: http://mrdavehollis.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-hollis-b5a48671/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrdavehollis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrdavehollis/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrDaveHollis Connect with Blair: blair@advanceyourreach.com  Connect with us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/advanceyourreach Website: advanceyourreach.com stageagency@advanceyourreach.com Email​: info@insidethegreenroompodcast.com Book Speakers for your next event! We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com/   Episode Minute By Minute: 0:02 - What we cover today 0:28 - Introducing Dave Hollis 1:36 - The experiences that helped write Dave's book 5:04 - Stepping away from corporate America 10:09 - Having the right mindset for entrepreneurship 15:21 - Using your challenge as an opportunity to grow 20:05 - Building a platform in a new place 24:45 - Finding your true passion 29:06 - Brand deposits and withdrawals 35:33 - Opening your mind to what you really want 40:13 - Practical tips to find your passion 44:43 - Where to connect with Dave 45:37 - Closing thoughts    More About Dave: Dave Hollis is the CEO of the Hollis Company, a company that exists to help people build better lives. Dave was previously president of distribution for the Walt Disney Studios until he left to apply his experiences to the expansion of the Hollis Company. Dave is a member of the Motion Picture Academy and has been an advisor or board member of technology incubator Fandango Labs, philanthropy start-up Givsum, film charity Will Rogers Pioneers Foundation, Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment, Media, and Culture, and foster care champion National Angels. 

In this episode, my guest Dave Hollis and I are discussing different topics. Talking Points: Since career and our personal life are connected and our personal lifeHow to start showing up as the best version of yourself? How to define your operating principles? How to level Since career and our personal life are connected, how to improve both at the same time? How to figure out the right direction when you feel stuck How to shift your thinking from “I think might” to “I know I can” How to find a balance in life How to develop an advanced mindset and next-level resilience If there's only one piece of advice that you could ever give for the rest of your life, what would it be? Guest Dave Hollis @mrdavehollis purpose on this planet is to encourage people to step toward their calling while equipping them with the tools to lead an exceptional life. Dave is a New York Times best-selling author, host of the popular Rise Together podcast, keynote speaker, and life and business coach. Dave's history includes CEO of a media start-up, President of Sales for the film studio at The Walt Disney Company, talent manager across film, tv, and music, along with work in publicity, research, and technology in the entertainment sector. Dave is the father to four kids, a four-time foster parent, an avid runner, a sports memorabilia enthusiast, and the proud owner of a 1969 Ford Bronco.  Dave's philanthropy exists via the Dave Hollis Giving Fund where acting as an ally to the needs of children in foster care, teen homelessness and food insecurity have been a recent focus for grants.  Dave has sat on the board of the membership committee for the Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Sciences, of which he is a member, and on the boards of Fandango Labs, Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers, National Angels and his alma mater Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment Media and Culture. Host Olyasha Novozhylova - NotBasicBlonde @notbasicblonde_ NotBasicBlonde Podcast - @nbbpodcast Olyasha Novozhylova is the founder and creator of Not Basic Blonde, a fashion, and lifestyle blog dedicated to inspiring young women to create an extraordinary style. Graduated from Georgia State University with a BBA in Managerial Sciences, Olyasha successfully built a career in IT/Project Management, before she became a full time blogger. A model, blogger, entrepreneur, author, and celebrity podcast host of NotBasicBlonde Podcast.  As the founder and host of NotBasicBlonde Podcast, where no topic is off limits, Olyasha provides millennials an ultimate guide on entrepreneurship, dating, marketing, self-development, astrology, spirituality, fashion, coaching, beauty, health & wellness. Author of the children's book  Cutie the Unicorn – It's ok to be different, Olyasha teaches our younger generation how to express their individuality. The Russian model led an impressive 15-year career in fashion and runway in Atlanta and overseas, as well as enjoying several acting roles. Now a leading influencer, Olyasha shares her beauty, wellness, and fashion tips with an audience of over half a million.  As seen in YahooFinance, Jezebel magazine, Thrive, Medium, and Fashion Week Online magazines. Olyasha has also partnered with brands such as Cartier, Revolve, PrettyLittleThing, PGA, Steve Madden, Too Faced, Vital Proteins, Tarte, DryBar, Drunk Elephant, etc.  When she's not documenting her travels through the world, Olyasha is busy masterfully educating women how to create iconic looks with a mix of affordable and designer pieces, as well as offering makeup, skincare, and fitness tips to encourage her followers to live their best and most beautiful lives!    

Today on the Brett Allan Show we have the amazing author and entrepreneur Dave Hollis. We talked about his forthcoming book, "Built Through Courage, his very public separation and divorce, building a legacy, not selling yourself short, the idea of "celebrity", moving forward after failure and much more. Enjoy! Dave Hollis, New York Times bestselling author of Get Out of Your Own Way, works to inspire others to take control of their lives and create a future of fulfillment and purpose. As a former president of distribution for the Walt Disney Studios, Dave has seen both the negative consequences of limiting beliefs and the positive power of imagination, dreams, and believing in oneself. Dave is a member of the Motion Picture Academy and has been an advisor or board member of technology incubator Fandango Labs; philanthropy start-up Givsum; film charity Will Rogers Pioneers Foundation; Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment, Media, and Culture; and foster-care champion National Angels. A father of four and former foster parent to four more, Dave and his family live in Austin, Texas, where he drives a 1969 Ford Bronco named Incredible Hulk and has a mini schnauzer named Jeffrey. His new book, Built Through Courage: Face Your Fears to Live the Life You Were Meant For, will be available nationwide Oct. 26, 2021.You can pre-order his forthcoming book at www.davehollis.com Give us kind rating and review!https://ratethispodcast.com/brettallanshowEmail us!openmicguest@gmail.comBe sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates!Twittertwitter.com/@brettallanshowIGinstagram.com/brettallanshowFacebookFacebook.com/brettallanshowwww.brettallanshow.com

We have a special guest on this week, Producer Eddie from the nationally syndicated Bobby Bones Show, The Raging Idiots, and The Soar Losers Podcast. We discuss his charity work with the National Angels, an organization that focuses on foster care. Diving into the car talk it turns out Eddie is a pretty big Jeep guy and also has some hot takes when it comes to mechanics and repair work. We can't say we disagree with him though. 

Dave Hollis is the CEO of the Hollis Company, a company that exists to help people build better lives. Dave was previously president of distribution for the Walt Disney Studios until he left to apply his experiences to the expansion of the Hollis Company. Dave is a member of the Motion Picture Academy and has been an advisor or board member of technology incubator Fandango Labs, philanthropy start-up Givsum, film charity Will Rogers Pioneers Foundation, Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment, Media, and Culture, and foster care champion National Angels. Dave's Links: https://www.growthday.com/hollis/ https://www.instagram.com/mrdavehollis/ Our Links: http://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter https://www.instagram.com/freedompact/

Christie Simons, Atlanta Angels (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 341) Christie Simons, Executive DIrector of Atlanta Angels, shares with host John Ray how her organization helps foster children and their foster parents. She relates how her personal journey adopting a foster child informs her work today and much more. “North Fulton Business Radio is produced […] The post Christie Simons, Atlanta Angels appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Thank you Newsstand Studio at 1 Rockefeller Plaza for providing a place for me to record this episode for y’all! No more Brooklyn closet recording!!!   If you’ve been listening to The Refined Collective for a long time, you’ll remember that this week’s guest is actually a repeat guest! Jasmine Star was on the podcast back on episode 009: Chasing Your Why: Career Pivots for the Creative Entrepreneur. This time, we’re talking about Jasmine’s decade-long journey to adopting her daughter.   Adoption: Shifting perspectives Jasmine and her husband JD were in very different spots when they began their adoption journey.  Jasmine reflects on the moment she and her husband became involved with the foster system. You can volunteer with communities like National Angels and CASA to show children in the foster system that they are loved. They ultimately adopted through a private adoption facilitated by lawyers.   “There are so many children who just need love and there’s people who are kind good souls who are saying ‘Well, you’re here with us. We’re going to love you.’”     The fears after adoption   “Am I brave enough to be vulnerable to love somebody who may look at me in the face and say ‘you are not my mom’ or ‘I don’t love you.’”   It’s a microcosm of loving in general: to open yourself up to love and unbelievable joy, you have to be open to the fear and potential heartache. Resources Keep up with Jasmine Star at JasmineStar.com and on IG at @jasminestar. Check out Jasmine Star’s first episode of The Refined Collective here. Listen to Jasmine’s twin sister Bianca Olthoff on The Refined Collective here. Tune into Jasmine’s podcast, The Jasmine Star Show. Check out the foster care communities National Angels and CASA. Check out the conversation I had with Ashley Abercrombie about bring pro-life from womb to tomb.   For $5/month, you can get access to exclusive video content for Patreon subscribers. Like… how to answer the question “why are you still single?” How to know if your standards are too high. And an update on my dating life. YUP! There will be a new video every week just for Patreon subscribers. Don’t miss out! Head over to Patreon.com/therefinedcollective to learn more and sign up!   We’re told that we should pray for our future husbands— it makes sense, right? The problem is: nobody ever teaches us how. My friend Stephanie May Wilson created the Every Single Moment Prayer Journal to help with exactly that. It is 100 powerful guided prayers and prompts to help you savor the present and prepare for the future. Go to bit.ly/kat-singlemoment and use code KAT for 15% off your order.

Julisa Medina is a 45-year-old woman who learned to love herself right before she took the stage for her 1st bikini competition in 2016. During her profound mental and physical training, she had a paradigm shift which resulted in raising her level of awareness of herself. Julisa has replaced fear with faith and is about to publish her first children's book on February 2nd.  00:21 Kicking off 2021 with Julisa Medina  01:16  Floating through life  02:41  A loss opens many doors  04:50  A miracle niece and the inspiration to write a children's book  07:40  The fears of aspiring authors  08:14  Miracle Star Above the Sky  10:50  Advice for writers who are afraid to go forward  13:50  An interview with Authority Magazine  15:45  Thank you to Surge Activewear for sponsoring this podcast  16:30  Supporting the foster care system as an author and National Angels  20:15  The experiences I had to have to be where I am today  22:30  Mindset Minutes  24:30  The Kickstarter Program for Creators  28:50  February 2nd Book Launch of Miracle Star Above the Sky  https://www.julisamedinabooks.com/  https://www.facebook.com/julisa.medina.965  Thank you to our sponsor, Surge Activewear.  Use "TTH" to receive a 15% discount on your first order. Watch for new items in the coming weeks, including gloves.  https://www.surgeactivewear.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taking-the-helm/support

This week on Real Talk, we get real with Susan Ramirez, is the founder and CEO of National Angels, a nonprofit focused on showing foster children and families love and community, and providing them the support they need. She found her calling for this by piloting a Love Box Program (which they still do) and it grew into Angel Chapters all over the nation, intending to put a chapter in every metropolitan city. In this week’s episode, we talk about all things foster care and love. Honestly, this was a powerful episode for me coming from foster care. Her mission is one that changes kids' lives, and I can only imagine what it would have done for me as a child (that’s not me feeling sorry for myself, it’s me acknowledging how HUGE this program is). Listening to her story is a motivational and inspirational experience (and fair warning it may bring a tear to your eye.) So go check it out and then go connect with her to learn more about National Angels and how you can help. Connect with National Angels and all their chapters here: Website: https://www.nationalangels.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationalangels/ Connect with Austin Angels Here: Website: https://www.austinangels.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinangelsnonprofit/ Connect with Susan here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrssusanramirez/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-ramirez-913b96141/ Donate to National Angels Here: https://www.nationalangels.org/donate.html If you like what you heard be sure to subscribe, comment, and share with others. Connect with Real Talk on the following Platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtalkwithroman/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realtalkwithroman/Twitter: https://twitter.com/realtalkwithromYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu7Qir_0qdwHHQieIp47dTg As always, Thanks for watching, and keep it real.

This week, Danielle is joined by the lovely Amanda Garren. Amanda is a social worker and the president of Nashville Angels, a non-profit supporting children and caretakers in the foster care system. She shares how she discovered her passion for social work, and how she takes care of her own mental health in such a demanding field. She discusses what schooling and classes are like for social work, and the value of integrated healthcare. D and Amanda also discuss youth aging out of the foster care system, the importance of care for these young adults, and the risks they face in making this transition alone. Amanda addresses the common myth that foster parents are just in it for the money, and emphasizes the importance of encouraging great foster parents, of which there are many. They discuss how you rarely hear about the small-town people doing great work, and so, we bring you this inspiring episode! You can connect with Amanda on her Instagram @amandamarieg11 or email her at amanda@nashvilleangels.org. You can follow Nashville Angels on Instagram @nashvilleangelsnonprofit and National Angels @nationalangels. You can also check out both the Nashville and national site, at nashvilleangels.org or nationalangels.org.  Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review, and follow us on Instagram and Twitter @TheWoMed. Remember to submit your weekly Nurse D Energy moments to D on Instagram — we love reading and sharing them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conversation Points You DON'T Want to Miss: - Self Identity & Self Reflection during pain and valleys - God's role in our becoming process - CORE Values and how to activate in new seasons around these - Benefits of Therapy  - Alignment of Physical, Spiritual, Emotional and Relationship  - Parenting 4 Kiddos - Resources for them to understand TRUTH before the world teaches them lies.  - Development of Gifting and Purpose for creating impact, sharing light, and unlocking potential in others. - Beauty that comes in change  - Sailing into new Seasons - reference to Ben Rector's Sailboat song   INTRO: OK, so I could jump into this conversation in so many different incredible takeaways, but I think one of the parts that really touched me was realizing that we all get out of bed and put our pants on the exact same way. Well, maybe not when I was nine months pregnant and needed help in that process. But beyond that, I was so honored to have just a real vulnerable conversation about personal things - mind, body, emotions, spirit, soul, health, wealth, business, fitness, faith, Jesus, community. I mean, the list goes on, you guys. Dave Hollis is an A-list. He's is... I'm trying to think of an analogy that goes with baseball because he's a baseball fan and he coaches, and he loves his kiddos. Let's just say he is someone you would want to invite to your own Tea Party, your own teatime. He's got his Tea Time with Noah. You're going to learn more about that when you tune in as well. But I am just honored, honestly, to have the conversation, to enjoy it alongside each of you and the community members who showed up live. And if you're tuning in now for the podcast version, the Audible, just I hope you sense the energy. And more than anything, I hope you leave hearing the power that God has within our lives, even in the valleys, even on the mountaintops or in this conversation, even in the storm, in the sailboat, stepping out of the sailboat. Wherever we find you, I think Dave would partner with me in this prayer to know that you are going the right direction when you're waving the white flag, submitting your life before our Father who can cultivate and make all things new. Dave, I thank you so much for coming on, and I can't wait for the listeners to gain wisdom and light from your time with us. All right, let's go. Dave Hollis Professional Bio: Dave Hollis is a NY Times Best Selling Author, the CEO of the Hollis Company, a company that exists to help people build better lives. He is a father to Jackson, Sawyer, Ford, and Noah. Dave hosts the podcast Rise Together , the #1 health podcast on iTunes. Dave was previously president of distribution for the Walt Disney Studios until he left to apply his experiences to the expansion of the Hollis Company. Dave is a member of the Motion Picture Academy and has been an advisor or board member of technology incubator Fandango Labs, philanthropy start-up Givsum, film charity Will Rogers Pioneers Foundation, Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment, Media, and Culture, and foster care champion National Angels. Dave and his family live in Austin, Texas, where he drives a 1969 Ford Bronco named Incredible Hulk and has a mini schnauzer named Jeffrey. Dave's Links: Facebook Instagram His Book - Get out of Your Own Way Reviews from his book: “In Get Out of Your Own Way, my friend Dave has identified an important truth: believing certain lies about ourselves keeps us skeptical that we can ever change the trajectory of our lives. Thank goodness in this great book Dave also shares with us the tools that helped him change his own life so you can change yours too.” JOHN C. MAXWELL, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR AND LEADERSHIP EXPERT “In this life-transforming book, Dave Hollis inspires us to take a good hard look at the lies we tell ourselves and flip them into reasons for real growth. It's a witty, vulnerable, and truly thought-provoking work from a skeptic who became brave enough to change. A must-read in personal development.” BRENDON BURCHARD, #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR AND CEO OF GROWTH.COM   Connect with me, Tamra Andress - The Fit in Faith Podcast Host! I'd love to get to know you. Website Free Community Network Facebook Instagram

Amanda Garren is the founder and president of Nashville Angels , which builds community and hope for foster care families around Nashville. The mission of Nashville Angels is to walk alongside children in the foster care system, as well as their caretakers, by offering consistent support through intentional giving, relationship building, and mentorship. In college, Amanda had the idea to start a non-profit, but she was unsure of what that would look like. After moving to Nashville and stumbling upon a podcast featuring Susan Ramirez from National Angels, she knew this was the opportunity that she was called for in Nashville. Amanda believes that every child should have the opportunity to dream and to chase those dreams. Web: https://www.nashvilleangels.org Instagram: @nashvilleangelsnonprofit Facebook: Nashville Angels The 99% Local Podcast Web: https://www.99percentlocalpod.com Instagram: @99percentlocalpod Email: 99percentlocalpod@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/99percentlocalpod/message

Oh, how our world needs some good hero stories! To inspire ourselves, to tell our children, to share with our friends. Susan is a real-life hero answering God's call to keep fighting for children in foster care and the families that care for them. This is a story of one step at a time.  National Angels and its 22 chapters around America are the result of one New Year's Resolution over 10 years ago and this is their story from Founder, Susan Ramirez. You will walk away fully inspired to just GO. Go out and serve where God is calling you and I pray that you will be tugged even harder to learn more about the foster care community in your city. Let's grow. The world needs us. Jennifer Connect with Susan and National Angels instagram.com/mrssusanramirez www.nationalangels.org Connect with Jennifer and Togather Moments at instagram.com/togathermoments instagram.com/familiesthatsticktogather facebook.com/togathermoments togathermoments.com   Show Notes: Show Summary https://togathermoments.com/podcast/episode-12-foster-care NEWLY designed Togather for Family Dinner! 105 conversation stickers to make you sit at the table LONGER and have more meaningful conversation.  Https://togathermoments.com/shop/togather-for-family-dinner Bring home the Togather games and conversation starter stickers from this episode! Come on over to https://togathermoments.com/shop and we'll ship them straight outta Kentucky! Are you the Keeper of the Moments in your family and you just need a break but still want the amazing moments to happen with all the right meaningful conversations? Get your FREE printables from Togather at https://togathermoments.com/free  Did someone say Road Trip? Print your FREE Togather for Road Trips game with 16 conversation starters at https://togathermoments.com/free

Being a "Proud American" means doing whatever we can to ensure that the next generation grows up knowing they are loved and cared for, and unfortunately this is not always the case for many children. Fairness and equality aren’t the same thing, but every child in this country deserves a fair chance at a happy and full life. In this episode, Marine Corps Veteran and Proud American Johnny Joey Jones introduces us to Susan Ramirez, who founded National Angels, a program that provides Love Boxes and mentorship to children and caretakers in the foster care system. These children are born into a disadvantage to no fault of their own, but they deserve all the same love and investment as any other child, and National Angels is doing just that.

Dave Hollis is the CEO of the Hollis Company, a company that exists to help people build better lives. He is husband to Rachel and father to Jackson, Sawyer, Ford, and Noah. Together with his wife, Dave hosts the podcast Rise Together , the #1 health podcast on iTunes. Dave was previously president of distribution for the Walt Disney Studios until he left to apply his experiences to the expansion of the Hollis Company. Dave is a member of the Motion Picture Academy and has been an advisor or board member of technology incubator Fandango Labs, philanthropy start-up Givsum, film charity Will Rogers Pioneers Foundation, Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment, Media, and Culture, and foster care champion National Angels. Dave and his family live in Austin, Texas, where he drives a 1969 Ford Bronco named Incredible Hulk and has a mini schnauzer named Jeffrey.

Let's face it, we can't engage in healthy discourse with others these days. We're sharing the 10 reasons why, and how we move forward. Get involved in the lives of Foster children, check out National Angels: https://www.nationalangels.org/    

DONATE TO HOUSTON ANGELS IN HONOR OF NATIONAL FOSTER CARE MONTH 10 years ago, Susan was selling homes and working as a corporate trainer. Around this time, she sold a home to a woman who was a CPS worker, who invited her to a foster and adoption conference. Susan attended the conference and after hearing a judge tell a particularly impactful story of two boys who grew up in foster care, she leaves that conference feeling the weight of the world on her shoulders... she felt like God was telling her that creating change for foster care was now her burden to bear. So the next few years, she and her volunteer group would help to throw fun service events and provide extracurricular activities for children in foster care. But as great as they were, she realized they weren't life-changing. They needed to get to the root of the problem if they were going to truly prevent these kids from just ending up as another statistic. Susan spent the next 5-6 years building Austin Angels and piloting the Love Box Program, in which volunteers put together a "Love Box" of items tailored to a foster family's specific needs. But at the end of the day, it wasn't about the stuff - it was about the real, lasting bonds that were forming. It was about the lives being changed as a result of community, consistency, and intentionality. A few years later, Austin Angels' programs were successfully launched in Amarillo, TX. This eventually led to the creation of a national organization with chapters opening up in major cities like DFW, Cleveland, Seattle, and many more all across the country - including yours truly here in Houston. Listen to the full episode to hear Susan tell the judge's story that changed everything, more about her journey scaling the organization, and why she is so passionate about this mission. Interview by: Melissa McGrath, President of Houston Angels Edited by: Hannah Gils | www.hannahgils.com

At what point does leaning into your fear outlive it’s usefulness and pursuing your passion become the only option? Dave Hollis was faced with this question by his middle son: “What is your biggest fear?” His answer…”not living up to my potential”. If your fear of how others might react to your decision is your biggest hurdle then that might be your first indicator to start walking towards your dream. About the Guest: Dave Hollis is the CEO of the Hollis Company, a company that exists to help people build better lives. He is husband to Rachel and father to Jackson, Sawyer, Ford, and Noah. Together with his wife, Dave hosts the podcast Rise Together , the #1 health podcast on iTunes. Dave was previously president of distribution for the Walt Disney Studios until he left to apply his experiences to the expansion of the Hollis Company. Dave is a member of the Motion Picture Academy and has been an advisor or board member of technology incubator Fandango Labs, philanthropy start-up Givsum, film charity Will Rogers Pioneers Foundation, Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment, Media, and Culture, and foster care champion National Angels. Dave and his family live in Austin, Texas, where he drives a 1969 Ford Bronco named Incredible Hulk and has a mini schnauzer named Jeffrey.As the CEO of The Hollis Company and a skeptic-turned-believer in all things personal development, Dave’s mission is to encourage others to start showing up as the best versions of themselves. He’s chasing audacious dreams with his partner in everything, Rachel, which now includes leading the coaching community through life-changing courses using his totally unique perspective.More From Dave Hollis:Website: www.davehollisco.com Buy his books HERE including Get Out Of Your Own WayFinding Dave Hollis:Twitter & Instagram: @mrdavehollisBeach Body On DemandText: Confidence to 303030 for your special free trial membership Rejuvenate:To receive your discount to try Rejuvenate go to www.rejuvenatemuscle.com Use CODE: CONFIDENCE for 15% off.Review this podcast on Apple Podcast using this LINK and when you DM me the screen shot, I buy you my $299 video course as a thank you! My book Confidence Creator is available now! get it right HEREIf you are looking for more tips you can download my free E-book at my website and thank you! https://heathermonahan.com*If you'd like to ask a question and be featured during the wrap up segment of Creating Confidence, contact Heather Monahan directly through her website and don’t forget to subscribe to the mailing list so you don’t skip a beat to all things Confidence Creating! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dave Hollis shares parenting tips from a dad’s perspective, including how he and his wife, Rachel Hollis, navigated the ups and downs of adoption. Dave shares how to get your partner on board with self-development, the many ways fatherhood shifted his identity, tips he has for new dads, lessons he learned along the journey of parenthood and how you can learn from his mistakes. Many of these stories and other tools can be found in his new book, Get Out Of Your Own Way: A Skeptics Guide to Growth and Fulfillment. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: Transitioning to parenthood, from a dad’s perspective Lessons he’s learned as a dad and tips for new parents His journey with foster parenting and adoption Advice for families looking to foster/adopt The importance of vulnerability as a man How being a working parent is inspiring, not shameful Show Notes: Order Dave’s new book: Get Out Of Your Own Way Dave’s Book Tour Find Dave Hollis on Instagram Take the free mini course at Dr. Elana’s Med School for Moms Learn more about Whole Mamas Pregnancy Program Subscribe to Whole Mamas Weekly Pregnancy Email Series Follow Steph and Elana on Instagram Whole Mamas Podcast Archive Dave Hollis is the CEO of the Hollis Company, a company that exists to help people build better lives. He is husband to Rachel and father to Jackson, Sawyer, Ford, and Noah. Together with his wife, Dave hosts the podcast Rise Together, the #1 health podcast on iTunes. Dave was previously president of distribution for the Walt Disney Studios until he left to apply his experiences to the expansion of the Hollis Company. Dave is a member of the Motion Picture Academy and has been an advisor or board member of technology incubator Fandango Labs, philanthropy start-up Givsum, film charity Will Rogers Pioneers Foundation, Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment, Media, and Culture, and foster care champion National Angels. Dave and his family live in Austin, Texas, where he drives a 1969 Ford Bronco named Incredible Hulk and has a mini schnauzer named Jeffrey. Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.

Dave Hollis is the CEO of the Hollis Company, a company that exists to help people build better lives. He is husband to Rachel and father to Jackson, Sawyer, Ford, and Noah. Together with his wife, Dave hosts the podcast Rise Together, the #1 health podcast on iTunes. Dave was previously president of distribution for the Walt Disney Studios until he left to apply his experiences to the expansion of the Hollis Company. Dave is a member of the Motion Picture Academy and has been an advisor or board member of technology incubator Fandango Labs, philanthropy start-up Givsum, film charity Will Rogers Pioneers Foundation, Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment, Media, and Culture, and foster care champion National Angels. Dave and his family live in Austin, Texas, where he drives a 1969 Ford Bronco named Incredible Hulk and has a mini schnauzer named Jeffrey. In his new book, Get Out of Your Own Way, Dave tackles topics he once found it difficult to be honest about, things like his struggles with alcohol, problems in his marriage, and his insecurities about being a dad. Dave helps us see our own journeys more clearly as he unpacks the lies he once believed—such as “I Have to Have It All Together,” “Failure Means You’re Weak,” and “If They Doesn’t Need Me, Will They Still Want Me?”—and reveals the tools that helped him change his life. Offering encouragement, challenge, and a hundred moments to laugh at himself, Dave points the way for those of us who are, like he was, skeptical of self-help but wanting something more than status quo, and helps us drop bogus ideas about who we are supposed to be and finally start living as who we really are.

Today on Rise Together we’re talking about something we’ve never discussed in detail with our audience, the incredible and emotionally-trying journey we took to adoption. In what ended up being 5 long years of our lives, we navigated both international and domestic adoption, becoming foster parents, and the complicated waters of state and national child-care agencies, all in the name of completing our family. It resulted in some of the toughest seasons of our lives but also the sweetest moments and we are so blessed to be able to share this story with you. If you’re interested in learning more about adoption or foster care, find as many people in your community who can share their story.  Follow folks on social who share theirs like some of our IG favorites: @elsielarson, @thisgatherednest, @theluckyfewofficial and @adopttogether. National Angels (https://www.nationalangels.org) is an organization that walks alongside children in the foster care system, as well as their caretakers, by offering consistent support through intentional giving, relationship building and mentorship. We mentioned Jen Hatmaker’s book Interrupted (https://amzn.to/2BW6sSv), it landed at a time to encourage our jumping into awesome interruption.  Our friend Heather Avis also writes the story of being called into adoption in her book The Lucky Few (https://amzn.to/2BY5EfT). — Red Alert! Girl, Stop Apologizing is incoming March 5th! Rachel records the audio and if you pre-order it right now.! amzn.to/2RxC6eY Both upcoming RISE conferences are sold out, but Health & Wellness Day tickets for Minneapolis and Dallas are still available! Own your present, and join us for some incredible, motivating speakers as tackle our perception of who we are and what we are capable of.Get tickets for Dallas —> https://www.thehollisco.com/rise-weekend-dallasGet tickets for Minneapolis —> https://www.thehollisco.com/rise-weekend 

Susan Ramirez and Jon Huckins are giving their all in some of *the* hardest work: lending voices and love to two communities who are suffering deeply. In our last episode of For the Love of Giving, we’re going to talk with Susan and Jon about the problems their communities face, and how we can give our time and privilege to help solve these complex problems. First up, Susan Ramirez is the CEO of National Angels, an org that walks alongside children and their caretakers in the foster care system. Today, we learn how one National Angels program is changing lives by providing love and belonging to kids who need it most. In the second half of the show, we talk with Jon Huckins. Jon is the co-founding director of the Global Immersion Project, a peacemaking training organization that equips people of faith to engage our divided world in restorative ways. Jen and Jon discuss how we can be good brothers and sisters to our neighbors who are suffering on the border, and how those with privilege can use it to fight on behalf of their marginalized neighbors.