Send us a textChristina Ruggiero is the founder and CEO of Vitaza, an online small business platform to drive progress and community connection for small businesses. Christina's journey as an entrepreneur began as early as childhood and continued to flourish as she saw a need to help small businesses thrive. In this episode, Christina talks about the two components of Vitaza, referring to community and resources. She discusses how small businesses benefit from using her platform and how her prior experiences in technology, sales, operations, and finance inspired her to follow through on her passion. Christina shares what it looks like when going after a goal and how she defines success in her company. This entrepreneur mom is living her extraordinary life because she stepped out of her comfort zone to pursue a passion. She is helping small businesses increase their productivity through community and by providing resources.You can learn more about Vitaza by visiting www.vitaza.com.

Send us a textCarol-Ann Carrington is the creator behind KickerFeast, a colorful pancake and waffle mix that aims to create fun, healthy eating for the whole family. In this episode, Carol-Ann shares the event that inspired her product and how an unexpected transition led her to become an accidental entrepreneur. She discusses her journey through culinary school and the tips she learned while there. We talk about her accounting studies' impact on her business, why she decided to get an M.S. in Criminal Justice, and what success means to her. It is the extraordinary decision of pursuing a dream that permits us to live extraordinary lives, and Carol-Ann shares that in her case, it was stepping out of her comfort zone from the safety of what she had known for many years in the corporate world. Welcome to episode 106.You can learn more about Carol-Ann and KickerFeast at https://www.kickerfeast.com/.

Send us a textTiffany Mahon is the founder of Modest Muse Org., a nonprofit organization focused on empowering, inspiring, and motivating women to pursue their passion. Tiffany's journey began when she decided to leave behind her life as the fiance to a NFL player and the lifestyle it provided on a quest to find her identity. Shortly after, Tiffany discovered that she had a passion and desired to share the resources she had gathered with other aspiring entrepreneurs in the community. Thus Modest Muse Org. was formed. In this episode, she talks about what Modest Muse Org. is and who it helps. We talk about mindset and success. Tiffany reminds us that money doesn't buy happiness, that there is room for everyone at the top, and collaboration will always take precedence over competition. Her focus is on inspiring by providing a blueprint to success and paving the way for new entrepreneurs. Welcome to the first episode of 2021.You can learn more about Tiffany at www.modestmuseorg.com.

Send us a textWhat can we say about 2020? It's been a year like no other. Aside from all that has been going on globally, at Starter Girlz, we remain committed to bringing you content that will empower and inspire you to live extraordinary lives. We had an incredible year of growth at Starter Girlz despite some changes, and we were blessed to meet so many amazing people. In this episode, we bring back two former guests, Yulia Brown and Scott Zimmerman, to wrap things up for the year. This one isn't your ordinary Starter Girlz episode, but didn't we say we like to be a little different? Be sure you follow past the final remarks to see some additional clips of several former guests. Those happen to be some favorites. Please tune in next week when we launch a brand new Starter Girlz show with a few surprises. Happy New Year!These are our friends. These are your friends. AND they are living the extraordinary. #riseup #beamazing #beyoudoyou

Send us a textJames Fisher Jr's mission is to empower, educate, and inspire growth. He is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Corporate Wellness Specialist, and the author of "Trial and Error 15 Ways to Maximize your Health and Fitness Goals." He is the creator of over 40 fitness programs and wellness plans used in various hospitals, schools, youth sports teams, and senior living communities in eight different states. In this episode, James walks us through his journey, starting as a personal trainer to founding his company Mission Fit Fitness in 2013. We talk about fitness, nutrition, mindset, and much more. James describes what success looks like to him and what he values most about his career. He shares that while he doesn't wear a cape, to someone, he is a superhero. He reminds us that there are no limits to what you can do if you believe in yourself and are willing to work. Welcome to episode 103.To learn more about James, visit, https://www.missionfithealth.com/.These are my friends. These are your friends. AND they are living the extraordinary.

Send us a textDiane Burton calls herself "The Masterpiece Coach." Her story began as an overweight child suffering from bullying and morphed into what she calls is "God's masterpiece." She is the author of "The Master's Masterpiece" and has presented her story as a TEDx presenter. In this episode, Diane walks us through her journey, describing how she had lost weight and bullied herself for forty years after being bullied by others. She talks about her project 182499, what it represents, and the power of decisions. Diane holds many certifications, assists her clients through coaching and masterminds, and loves seeing her clients have those aha moments. Diane took what was a tragedy for her and changed the trajectory by making a different decision. Now she spends her time pouring belief into others and helping them remove the negative thoughts that are holding them back.You can learn more about Diane at https://www.themastersmasterpiece.com/.These are my friends. These are your friends. AND they are living the extraordinary.

Send us a textIf you ask Natalie Higby, what inspires her to do what she does, she will probably say that she wants to make the world a better place. Natalie is the co-founder of Durable Athlete, a brand that consists of personal training, online training, mentoring, and a newly created app. As an athlete playing basketball in college at the University of Texas at Dallas, Natalie began studying nutrition, training, martial arts, and personal development while doing her studies in education. She knew very early that communication and building relationships were her strengths. After coaching in and out of the classroom, Natalie began to get a clearer vision of how she wanted to impact the world, and she knew that working for someone would limit her ability to provide that. In this episode, we talk about her journey, what Durable Athlete is about, who she is helping, and what she loves about it. She mentions that although she didn't see herself as an entrepreneur, her passion led her to it. We talk about Mindset, success, and Natalie offers a few tips for anyone starting with a new exercise program. Natalie's message is clear that consistency beats intensity, and passion is a must. Welcome to episode 101.You can learn more about Natalie and Durable Athlete by visiting https://durableathlete.com/.

Send us a textWhat can I say about this episode? It's the 100th release of Starter Girlz Podcast, and what an honor to bring on the amazing Larry Roberts. He is the CEO and founder of Readily Random Media and the creator/host of the "1 Big Win Podcast: Moments in Motion to Mastery." We talk about everything from his perfecting his talking, to voiceover, to discovering podcasting. He shares a bit about his previous podcast, how it evolved to what it is now, what the current show is about, and who are these guests he is interviewing. Larry loves building relationships, and this certainly plays a role in his growth. When asked to describe success, he sums it up as happiness. Larry is leaving the corporate world to follow his passion for content creation, course creation, and all things podcast. I asked him what his mindset looks like when he is going after something, and he said, "it looks like a freight train traveling at 100 miles an hour, and I dont care what it is, I am going through." Larry reminds us that our superpowers are a gift and that we can decide any day to use them to follow our dream. Be sure you check out the rapid-fire questions too. There is lots of fun conversation in that part of the show. Welcome to episode 100.To learn more about Larry visit, http://bigwinpod.com/ and https://readilyrandom.com/.

Send us a textWill and Anna Harris are a power couple real estate team, better known as The Great Home Team. Having served in the Army for 16 years, Will, approaching retirement, decided to embark on this journey with Anna, who had been in property management. In this episode, they share what they love about their career, how they have capitalized on their strengths to make a winning team, and offer advice for anyone considering being an entrepreneur. We discuss mindset and how they start with the end in mind, and of course, we save the best for last, the rapid-fire questions. This power couple is blazing the way as a top real estate team in North Texas. They are humble, authentic, and they offer a unique and unparalleled experience for their clients. Welcome to episode 99.You can learn more about Will, Anna, and The Great Home Team at https://www.greathometeam.com/.

Send us a textWhile on his entrepreneur journey, Erik Cabral had an idea, and it so happened that he crossed paths with Josh Cary. Together they created Podmax, an event that brings together individuals and allows them to share their message through podcasting while connecting with like-minded people. Erik is the CEO and founder of On Air Brands, and Josh is the founder and host of the Podcast "Hidden Entrepreneur." We start this episode by talking about what Podmax is, who it serves, and it's creation. Josh shares with us why he was hiding his superpower and how podcasting has helped him discover his gift. For anyone looking to start a podcast, Erik offers some great tips emphasizing the importance of the vision and the purpose. We talk about mindset and how they define success, which is happiness and unwavering optimism. Erik and Josh are passionate about what they do, and when I ask them about their big plans, Josh jokingly says they are "taking over the world." Together, they are helping others shine and change the world. Welcome to episode 98.You can learn more about Podmax at https://podmax.co/.

Send us a textFrom American Idol contestant to Reality TV Music Coach, Brianna Ruelas helps her clients create a path to pursue their passion. She is a Dallas-based artist, course creator, and best selling author of the book ”Make Reality TV your Reality.” In the episode, we dive into how Brianna serves her clients, her experience as a Top 100 Americal Idol finalist, and how that experience on reality tv influenced her work today. She talks about her latest book, what it looks like when she is going after a goal, and she offers a few tips that continue to help her achieve success. Brianna is a mom to three girls and is a restaurant owner with her husband, Victor Hugo. She wears many hats and is passionate about supporting her clients as they embark on a reality TV journey and beyond. Welcome to episode 97.You can learn more about Brianna at https://www.briannaruelasmusic.com.

Send us a textWhen asked why coffee to Kali O'Campo, she will say that coffee is a universal language and that she wanted to build a community around it. She is the founder and owner of the Love You Mean It Lifestyle brand, including LYMI Coffee and her online video series "Coffee with Kali." This former Hollywood philanthropy consultant knew she wanted to continue bringing people together by inspiring them and building a well-connected community. In this episode, Kali talks about the origin of the Love You Mean It brand, its representation, and its evolution. We discuss success, mindset, and she shares that her love in this business is about meeting new people. Passion and meaning are the driving factors that continue to inspire Kali, and because of her dedication, her show recently was picked up by The Country Network and will be released in 2021. Through her inspiration, Kali hopes to make her brand a household brand in the world of coffee and personal development. Welcome to episode 96.You can learn more about Kali at www.loveyoumeanitbrand.com.

Send us a textErica LeBlanc is an attorney specializing in litigation. Holding a license in Louisiana and Texas, she has spent the last 19 years representing the field of business and companies. Early on in her youth, Erica knew that she wanted to be an attorney and has continued to use her gift of speaking from the heart to advocate for others. In 2004 Erica discovered a new passion when she began getting invited to speak at her church. She continues teaching and speaking for non-profit, for-profit, and church forums on relational health, connectedness, and healthy confrontation. In this episode, we dive into the topic of personal responsibility and how it relates to our circumstances. We talk about connectedness, mindset, success, and the importance of finding someone that can see value in us. Erica loves making a difference in peoples' lives, and she reminds us that there is always power in the choice. Welcome to episode 95.

Send us a textAnne Tucker is the developer of Business Energetics and the Authentic Expression test, and the transmitter of the Nine Angelic Frequencies Series. While in the corporate world, her desire to helps others understand how creative expression relates to work was birthed. She now helps her clients recognize their creative purpose to unlock their success and create more fulfillment. In the episode, Anne mentions the seven soul types that drive our creativity and unpacks my soul type. We talk about what she loves about her work, her process when going after a goal, and how she defines success. Anne explains that we embody a specific soul type, and we can lean into others to gain knowledge. Knowing this information gives us an advantage in understanding how we process our work and engage with others.You can learn more about Anne and her work at Home - AnneTucker.com.

Send us a textWhen asked how you define success, Melissa's reply is, "success is waking up excited every day." Mantha Mantha is the founder of Armige's booking and event management agency representing world-class talent in North and South America. Melissa attributes much of her success to various experiences she had, including being a professional dancer and her accounting background. When she suffered a back injury as a dancer, she decided she wanted to facilitate others pursuing their passions and set out to be a boutique agency offering an unparalleled experience for underground electronic music artists. Her ability to forge strong relationships worldwide allows her to build tours that include top-tier events and festivals for her clients. In this episode, Melissa talks about her company's culture, the experience of the events she is taking part in, some of her all-time great influencers, and how her journey evolved. She has traveled worldwide, built some incredible lasting friendships, and reminds us that when you find your passion, you will come to recognize you are right where you need to be. Welcome to episode 93.You can learn more about Melissa and Armige' by visiting https://armige.com/.

Send us a textPaola Alva is an educational psychologist originally from Mexico who has spent the last 15 years teaching secondary and post-secondary education. Like many during this pandemic, she evolved and found herself open to exploring opportunities. In her quest to better her health and rid herself of migraines, Paola discovered her new passion in the health and wellness field. She is excited about the opportunity and the impact it can create on other's health. This episode is full of many inspiring moments. Paola shares how her health led to discovering this new passion, who she is helping, and why she wants to make this difference. We talk about the correlation between her teaching and leading in her business. She shares some great tips for moms trying to do it all and how she defines success. This mom of two teenagers reminds us that we can be anything and do anything when mixing passion with a strong work ethic. As she says, "do your thing. When you are passionate about something, you are happy." And when we are happy, we show up differently. That can create real change.You can learn more about Paola and her products at www.paoplex.com or via her social media at www.facebook.com/paola.alva.7 or www.instagram.com/paola.alva.7.

Send us a textBonnie and Dustin Randle had an idea to create an opportunity that would allow them to travel without being constrained by a brick and mortar business. They set out in 2008 to begin their journey. After creating several different companies, they founded Digital Wayfinders, a coaching and software development company for coaches, course creators, and service providers. In this episode, Bonnie and Dustin share the many aspects that led to this company's formation: the desire for location independence, spending time with their family, and their desire to live life fully. This year, they set out to travel around the US in an RV visiting National Parks while working their business and homeschooling their children. Their success reminds us that you live a life full out when you have a dream and are willing to do the work to make it come true. Welcome to episode 91.You can learn more about Bonnie and Dustin as well as find their social links at https://digitalwayfinders.com/.

Send us a textJulie Van Orden is a communications skills facilitator, domestic mediator, and the author of "Well with God." She has taught communication skills training sessions, been a keynote speaker, session leader, and guest panelist for various state, local, and companywide education sessions. She was the co-host of a local weekly cable television show, and she has over 30 years of experience in the health and wellness industry. In this episode, Julie shares her journey, how it evolved, and how she serves her clients today. She has had the opportunity to work with various populations over the years, and the key to her success has been her communication and mediation skills. We talk about her book, what success means to her, and finish up with the rapid-fire questions. We also get a sneak peek of her fabulous boots. You will Julie's energy and her infectious personality. She is living the "extraordinary" and reminds us that success is joy and ease. Welcome to episode 90.You can learn more about Julie at https://www.wellwithgod.com/.

Send us a textTom Bowman is an entrepreneur, a mentor, an amateur chef, and a dedicated father. In 2008 when the recession took place, Tom lost his mortgage company and was forced to reinvent himself. He decided to enter into the network marketing space and has been a consistent top leader ever since. Before moving on to the company Tom presently represents, he was the number one leader in an organization that hit 2.5 million per month under his leadership. Through his journey, he has learned the systems of the leaders before him and has duplicated the practices while teaching others how to find success in that online shopping space. In this episode, we talk about mindset and success. Tom shares what it looks like to have a healthy mindset and how that translates to success in all areas of our lives. He continues to teach his strategies and encourages his team. He loves spending time with his kids, and he loves to cook. He reminds us that success is a small series of decisions that have a compounding effect over time and positively impact our lives. Welcome to episode 89.

Send us a textJo Lam reminds us that our past does not determine our future. Having been a victim of domestic violence and growing up in a shelter, she has used her experiences to promote self-love and self-empowerment. She is the founder and CEO of Project Beauty, a 501c3 nonprofit organization that helps restore confidence in those that have suffered from domestic violence. In this episode, we discuss her journey and the defining moments that outlined her beginning stages of recovery. She shares how her organization came about and how it serves the intended recipients. Project Beauty's role is to bring the beauty experience to the shelter, and Jo hopes to empower women to see themselves as she describes in "the way God does." Jo's story gives meaning to the idea that every experience can be a teacher, and those experiences can ultimately change our destiny.You can learn more about Jo at https://www.theprojectbeauty.org/.

Send us a textDianet Franco is a realtor, trainer, and the owner of Renovation Diva LLC and Lending Hand Homes LLC. What started as a tragic story has become an example of what one can do when determined to change their circumstances. Dianet came to the states very young and began a journey destined to keep her in poverty. She was a middle school dropout and a teenage mom that became a victim of domestic violence. After working many jobs and finding that she would level out due to lack of education, she knew there had to be a better way. In this episode, Dianet shares her journey with us, and she talks about how she dove into real estate. She was a student of the craft. We talk about the pandemic's impact on her business, how she helps others, autonomy, success, and a few other fun things. Dianet is a shining example that hard work will always beat talent and that your beginnings do not define you. She is living life on her terms.You can reach Dianet through her social media accounts at https://www.instagram.com/dianetfranco/ and https://www.facebook.com/dianet.franco.

Send us a textWhen success is deliberate, results follow. Katie Morales is an example of what consistency, mixed with persistence and abundance thinking, can produce. She is a CPA who followed in her parent's footsteps and, after pursuing what she thought was her passion, began to wonder if there was more to life. With that question in mind, she decided she wanted to own a business. When someone is ready to receive, the opportunity presents itself. In this episode, Katie discloses how she came to find out about a chance of owning a franchise with Goosehead Insurance and how it allows her to build relationships. Because of those connections with her clients and peers, she is now a successful entrepreneur and found herself recently featured in D Magazine as one of the Dallas area's best insurance agents. We talk about success and what Katie's process is for tackling a goal. We discuss the law of abundance, culture in a company, and some of the people that have influenced Katie's success. When this former dancer and academic achiever is not building relationships, she loves to travel, read, spend time with her kitten, and engage in health and wellness activities. She is a shining example that success is a 360-degree job. Welcome to episode 86.You can learn more about Katie and what she can offer at https://agents.gooseheadinsurance.com/tx/dallas/1919-mckinney-ave or by visiting her social media links https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-morales, https://www.facebook.com/GooseheadInsuranceKatieMorales/, and https://www.instagram.com/katie_insurance/.

Send us a textErin Kerry is a certified integrative nutrition coach and a self-proclaimed "brain health nerd." At the age of 15, she was diagnosed with PTSD and depression, followed by a bipolar diagnosis at 18. In this episode, Erin shares the traumatic event with us that led to her chronic illness and the defining moment when she knew she needed to take back her life. She talks about depression, how it affected her life, and how she couldn't pray it to go away. This former educator works with various clients and stresses that many come to her because they "just want to feel better." as Erin puts it. She is passionate about helping individuals so that they do not define themselves by a diagnosis but instead feel empowered to explore the root of their health concerns. You can catch this mom of 3 sharing her health strategies where she hopes to stir a spark of wholeness on her podcast, "Sparking Wholeness."To learn more about Erin Kerry, visit https://sparkingwholeness.com/

Send us a textAmilya Antonetti is a strategic advisor, one of the most sought after human behavior experts, and the CEO of The Genius Institute. In the early 90s, she reached popularity when she founded Soapworks (™) after discovering mold and the effects cleaning products had on her son. Amilya later sold that company, and it became Green Works, a division owned by Clorox. She founded her first company and age 17, sold it by the time she was 19, and was the creator of a dozen other businesses after that. Because of her success, others, including celebrities and athletes, began to request assistance in strategizing their businesses. During Amilya's journey, she started to study people and their behaviors, which led to the Genius Key's creation. In this episode, we unpack what this is all about. We dive into her journey, human behavior, how both corporations and employees can benefit, and how relationships can evolve using the Genius Key tools. We talk about giving and receiving and how it relates to the infinity loop. There is so much good stuff packed in this episode, and we still managed to squeeze in the rapid-fire questions. Karen Gray visits us in this episode, as well. Be sure to catch her story in episode 81. Welcome to episode 84. You can learn more about the Amilya and the Genius Key by visiting https://geniuskey.com/ and https://amilya.com/.

Send us a textVirginia Elder is a financial coach, a podcaster, a professional podcast editor, and a mom of two. In this episode, Virginia shares with us the circumstances by which she found her passion. As Virginia puts it, she "wanted to share with all the mamas," and so the happyhealthyabundance.net came into existence. We talk about her journey from 80k in debt to financial freedom and how her business morphed from coach to multi-faceted entrepreneur. Also, Virginia shares with us tips for keeping the bliss while managing a home-based business and a family. She dreams of a world where moms are empowered, and money isn't a taboo subject. You can catch her sharing tips on her podcast, "Reaching Abundance." Welcome to episode 83.You can learn more about Virginia at https://happyhealthyabundance.net/

Send us a textDavid Goff is a Vice President and Sales Division Manager of a title company, where he is responsible for revenue growth and the coaching and mentoring of his sales team. In this episode, we talk about the role David plays in his career, how the conversations often translate into everyday dialogue, and how these conversations inspired his desire to impact a younger generation. This calling led to his publishing company's creation, where he released his first project for his father, Steve Goff, called "A Rock in My Shoe." He is currently working on a series and will be releasing his second book soon. You can find David sharing his quick and concise tips weekly via his podcast "Ways with David Goff." David understands the importance of relationships and that they are the building blocks of a healthy organization. He is genuine, inspiring, and continues to share his wisdom to help others live their best lives. He leads by showing us that self-confidence is essential and that the most important person in the room is you. Welcome to episode 82.

Send us a textKaren Gray is a Mindset Coach, Speaker, and the Host of Rock Movers Podcast. In this episode, we chat about Karen's early exposure writing while assisting her daughter in pageantry. She began helping with speeches, which led to others inquiring about her skills, and what was a side hustle blossomed into a full-time passion. We discuss her podcast, what she loves about the opportunity she has, and some of her all-time favorite influencers. No episode is complete without the rapid-fire questions, and Karen shakes things up with her response to my question about being a character or superhero for a day. Karen is sharing from the heart through coaching, speaking, and her podcast. She is genuine, passionate about her calling, and understands that relationships are everything. Welcome to episode 81.To learn more about Karen, visit https://www.coachkarengray.com/.

Send us a textGens Johnson in "The Mindset Master." She is a Clarity Coach, Mastermind Facilitator, Executive Managing Director of eWomenNetwork, Dallas, and the host of three podcasts. This mom, wife, and fitness enthusiast loves people and helping them achieve success. With over 25 years of coaching, consulting, and training, she understands that individuals are productive and healthy when they are happy. In this episode, we talk about the impact Gen's parents had on her early success, the journey that led her from corporate to entrepreneurship, and how she came to know podcasting and network marketing. We discuss the importance of women supporting each other and creating an environment of love so that everyone can benefit. We talk about her podcasts, what she loves about each of them, and who they serve. Gens is passionate about helping others and adores her family, in addition to philanthropy and podcasting. She is genuinely a "change agent working to make a difference in the lives of those around her." Welcome to episode 80.If you would like to learn more about Gens, go to https://gensjohnson.com/ or check out her YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/c/gensjohnson.

Send us a textJenny Paul is the CEO of Intent Entertainment and the Executive Producer, Creator, and Actor of "Adulting with Jane." She is an award-winning actress with some of her best-known credits, including Hulu's "The Looming Tower," starring Jeff Daniel's and Netflix/Marvel's "Jessica Jones." In this episode, we discuss Jenny's journey from pre-med studies to following her passion and some of the influencers that encouraged and supported her along the way. We discuss her latest project, "Adulting with Jane," one of the first narrative series to offer shoppable technology. Its sitcom meets how-to with a shopping experience. Finally, Jenny shares with us what it looks likes when she is going after a project, and of course, a show wouldn't be complete without the rapid-fire questions. Jenny is fun, charming, witty, creative, and as she calls herself, "extra." Welcome to episode 79.If you would like to learn more about Jenny and her work, visit www.jennypaul.info or www.adultingwithjane.com

Send us a textKimon Lee is a speaker, trainer, and development coach. This former electrical engineer of 13 1/2 years made his introduction into the home-based business world in late 2002 with as he stated, "no business being in the business." With passion and determination, he has turned a part-time venture into a multi-million dollar opportunity. In this episode, we discuss Kimon's journey from corporate to entrepreneurship, what he loves most about being a home-based business owner, and some of his all-time greatest influencers. Kimon was recently selected to be one of sixty individuals invited by world-renowned Dr. John Maxwell to participate in a first-ever network marketing type leadership event. This dad of two married his high school sweetheart, and together, they have embraced this journey. Kimon is committed to helping as many people as he can achieve success, and because of his impact, he was named one of the top 10 most influential people in 2020. Welcome to episode 78.To learn more about Kimon and his work, go to www.kimonlee.com.

Send us a textCatherine Porth is the founder of Let Her Speak and an organization by which she creates women empowered events, conducts female-focused research, and develops leadership education. Catherine wears many hats in her day-to-day activities, but she is inspired to improve and grow women's opportunities. Through her organization, she shares the stories of women who are often overlooked or forgotten. In this episode, Catherine shares how bullying in her childhood impacted her and ultimately led to Let Her Speak's creation. We talk about influencers, mindset, success, and finish up with a few rapid-fire questions. With over ten years of experience in service, business development, training, and research, Catherine is making a difference in the lives of those she serves. Welcome to episode 77.To learn more about Catherine and her work, visit www.letherspeakus.com.

Send us a textClark Depue is the author of Meditative Fitness: The Art and Practice of the Workout, and the owner of Tiger's Den Crossfit in the Dallas Design District. Clark's love for mental and physical training developed early on as a junior competitive tennis player. He began to understand the connection between our thoughts and our performance. In this episode, we discuss Clark's struggle with depression, his journey to discover his happiness, meditation, and the events leading up to writing his book and taking over the gym. We talk about success, mindset, and those moments when your gut tells you that you have to do something as Clark refers to as "struck by lightning." If you are curious about CrossFit, we talk about that too, and he shares with us what makes his gym unique. Clark is passionate about helping others be healthy and happy. Welcome to episode 76.To learn more about Clark, his work, and his gym, visit https://meditativefitness.com/ or https://www.tigersdencrossfit.com/.

Send us a textAfter a 25 year career from intern to marketing executive, Andrea Crum decided to pursue a new adventure. She is the founder of Genuinely You Leadership LLC and the host of a new talk show called GYRL Talk. In this episode, Andrea shares with us some of the ongoing struggles women face in leadership and how these challenges in her life became the inspiration for her new business. Through her organization, Andrea focuses on helping women lead more genuinely. We talk about her up and coming original leadership show airing this fall on ROKU and Amazon Fire. We discuss the importance of having mentors and why it is essential to support other women. There are so many great nuggets of wisdom in this episode. Welcome to show 75.To learn more about Andrea, visit https://andreacrum.com/ or https://genuinelyouleadership.com/.

Send us a textKim Muench is a Jai Institute for Parenting Certified Parent Coach. She specializes in working with mothers of adolescents between the ages of 10 and 25, supporting and encouraging them to raise their children with intention and guidance rather than fear and control. In this episode, we discuss Kim's journey, the inspiration behind her book, and finding the need to help others have healthier and happier relationships. Kim shares with us the importance of self-care and offers some tips for our listeners. We hear a bit about her upcoming book and, of course, finish up with the rapid-fire questions. This mom of five loves chocolate, and when asked what she likes to do for fun, she shares it is as simple as a bowl of smart popcorn and a glass of Chardonnay. Welcome to episode 74. If you would like to learn more about Kim, check out www.realifeparentguide.com.

Send us a textElizabeth Meyers is a speaker, blogger, and the author of UNDEFEATED: From Trial to Triumph, How to Stop Fighting the Wrong Battles and Start Living Victoriously. After losing her son in the second trimester, Elizabeth found herself with depression and anxiety. It was during her journey to recover that she became passionate about helping others support their mental health. In this episode, Elizabeth shares her story, her recovery, and how her book developed. She is a devoted wife to a fighter-pilot and mom to eight children, six of whom she homeschools. Elizabeth loves to read and continues to write. Through her blogging, she shares "Real Life Hacks," creating an impact with her audience. Welcome to Episode 73.

Send us a textAlicia Bush is the founder and CEO of Treasured Vessels Foundation, a community for youth and minors recovering from sex trafficking and sexual exploitation. In this episode, Alicia shares with us how she went from a successful career woman in medical device sales to leaving her career in pursuit of a calling. Alicia discusses the many day-to-day roles TVF fills, why she is passionate about the cause, and what she considers success. This mom of three discloses that she loves having her toes in the sand with her laptop in tow. Alicia is passionate about her cause and the hope it gives to the needed individuals. She is an author, International Missionary, and White House Faith Leader with a goal "to work herself out of a job." Welcome to episode 72. To learn more about Alicia Bush and Treasured Vessels Foundation, visit https://treasuredvesselsfoundation.org.

Send us a textJennifer Fleck made her introduction into politics in 2012 when she initiated the removal of a graphic sex education program from a school in Houston. She continued fighting for education issues at the State Legislature, the State Board of Education, and various statewide efforts. During this time, Jennifer recognized that the political office leaders did not represent the people, and therefore she decided to run for Texas State Representative House District 47. She led in the March primary but lost in the July runoff. Upon investigating, Jennifer determined there was election fraud and decided to contest it. In this episode, we discuss her journey into politics and what keeps her in this fight. No one gets out without the rapid-fire questions. So we do some of those too. Jennifer is passionate about personal responsibility and standing for the liberty of people. She is a mom to three grown children, has been married for 24 years, and serves as the General Counsel for an oil and gas company. Welcome to episode 71. To learn more about Jennifer Fleck visit https://www.flecktexasstrong.com/.

Send us a textSarah Strackhouse began her journey in journalism while in college. She notes that she caught the news bug when she took an internship with NY1 News in New York City. While there, she received an honor for her footage of Hurricane Sandy on CNN and NY1's "New Yorker of the Week." She moved to West Texas in 2013 and began her journey as a reporter with CBS. She has anchored the morning news for NBC 10 and has been a nighttime reporter for CW33. In this episode, we talk about Sarah's journey and some of her greatest influencers. We discuss Hurricane Sandy, marathons, cheese, and her show, "The Strackhouse." Sarah is currently a digital correspondent for Real News Communications Network and loves telling people's stories. As she puts it, "that's the reason I fell in love with news, to begin with." Welcome to episode 70.

Send us a textMelissa Marks is the Founder and Chief Mindfulness Officer of Your Mindful Edge. Through meditation, mental focusing, and relaxation techniques, she coaches high performers and self-described "over-thinkers" to become more effective at achieving their goals. In the episode, we talk about how this burnt our real estate agent recognized at the age of 24 that change was necessary for her to succeed. She set on a personal development journey and has been teaching mindfulness since 2005. We discuss what Melissa offers her clients and what she loves about her role in helping others. She is a frequent presenter at meetings and conferences, and she will appear in Season 2 of the new reality series, The Social Movement available on Amazon Prime.

Send us a textDr. Casey Sanders is an upper cervical chiropractor and wellness advocate. This father of two and a musician is a second-generation chiropractor who believes that "a world in which an optimal human experience is a gateway to true happiness." In this episode, Dr. Sanders shares what led him into chiropractic care, including two life-altering occurrences and what makes him and his practice unique. We talk about influencers, trigeminal neuralgia, patients, wellness, and kiddos. He is passionate about what he does, his clients, and the importance that self-care is the most critical thing that we can do for ourselves.

Send us a textMo Brossette is an expert on human behavior, mindset, movement, and nutrition. He has 24 years in the health and fitness industry, and he is the Director of Mindset for a Dallas based non-profit called The Adaptive Training Foundation. This program leads disabled military veterans and civilians through a nine-week mental and physical training program. In this episode, Mo shares how he developed the mindset to work with clients, whether they are athletes, disabled veterans, or a corporation. He uses his experience as an endurance athlete to train people to get comfortable with fear and be mindful of self-talk. He is passionate about helping individuals get their life back and he emphasizes that even with the best plans in place, mindset is everything. Welcome to episode 67.

Send us a textJill Rosensweig is the author of Bailey Bloom and the Battle of the Bug. After starting her legal podcast, The Whole Truth with Jill Rosensweig in 2019, while still practicing law, she began pursuing a goal to write a novel. When Covid-19 emerged, her focus shifted, and she wrote her first children's book. In this episode, we talk about the message the book conveys and what inspired its creation. We discuss Jill's background as a civil litigator, the nature of her podcast, and her mother's influence in her life. She describes success as "feeling proud of what I am doing" and emphasizes that we can lessen situations that feel heavy through helping others. She shows us that you can do it all as a wife, mom, lawyer, podcast host, and creative author. To learn more about Jill, visit www.jillrosensweig.com. Welcome to episode 66.

Send us a textShemane Nugent is an author, blogger, podcaster, tv host with 40 years of experience as a fitness instructor, and she is married to her rocker husband, Ted Nugent. She has appeared on various networks, worked with Beto Perez to develop Zumba in the Circuit, and traveled internationally as a fitness presenter. You can find her currently hosting her show "Simply Shemane." In this episode, we talk about Shemane's beginnings, finding mold in her home, and her recovery from this life-threatening situation. She shares with us how her greatest influencers impacted her, why we should embrace a childlike quality, and why she is passionate about helping America get healthy again. She has two dogs, and she loves Fritos. Shemane continually spreads her positive message to empower others to do that thing that makes your heart sing. Welcome to episode 65.

Send us a textVanessa Ogle is the founder and CEO of Enseo®, one of the fastest-growing companies in America that provide technology services to people and places. Her company was the first to bring Netflix® to hotels rooms. She is a mom, wife, inventor, innovator, and she is the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for her band GEM. In this episode, we discuss how Enseo® is adapting during the COVID-19 situation and ways she cultivates harmony between work and family life. The resonating message in this show is the importance of creating a community within an organization. Vanessa talks about methods by which she continually makes this a priority in her company. She refers to the trust developed between herself and her employees. She talks about being vulnerable and open to feedback from her staff. When asked which character she would choose during the rapid-fire, she says Batman. She is a CEO by day and a lead singer by night. Both are bridged together by her drive for creativity. Welcome to episode 64.

Send us a textCas Haley made his debut in 2007 when he performed on America's Got Talent singing "Walking On the Moon. In this episode, we discuss the concept of finding flow, and Cas shares with us that he had been playing for 14 years before that break in 2007. Cas has since gone on to record several albums, and his latest single "Every Road I'm On" was the winner of the recent Lincoln Chart Your Course Competition and aired during the 2020 Grammy Awards. We talk about the influence his parents played in the early days instilling in him the belief that he could do anything. He shares with us the inspiration behind his latest single and how he incorporated his family into the process. He continues to put his family at the center of all that he does. Lastly, we finish up with a mindset question and the usual rapid-fire. Cas treats us to a song before we close the show out. You will love his optimism and his ability to see the silver lining amid a storm. Welcome to episode 63.

Send us a textJennifer Shertzer, together with her husband Luke, founded Plano Magazine in 2014. The magazine features pictures and stories of people and businesses thriving in the community. Jennifer shares the inspiration behind the magazine, what she loves about her role, and reminds us why connections and community are essential. Some of my favorites in this episode occurred during the rapid-fire questions. Be sure you catch the final moments of this show. Welcome to episode 62.

Send us a textTim Buie showed his passion for piano and music at a young age. He began performing in high school and knew very early on he was going to use his gift to travel the world. He has performed in over 40 countries in venues such as piano bars, cruise ships, night clubs, concert halls, international television, and half time shows. In this episode, we talk about how his parents influenced him to pursue his passion, early ball days with Micheal Jordan, and what inspired him to do not one but two Guinness World Records. He is a storyteller and a talented pianist who uses his gift to impact those around him. He mentions several times throughout the show, "you can't ride the bus until you buy the ticket." Be sure you follow the episode to the end. Enjoy episode 61.

Send us a textMadeline Pratt is the CEO and Founder of Fearless in Training, a company specializing in helping entrepreneurs with marketing, branding, and business development. In the episode, we discuss how Fearless in Training's creation came about when Madeline realized there was a need for her skills. We talk about what makes Fearless in Training unique and how Madeline manages to find harmony in the many roles she holds between a wife, mom, and CEO. She is organized, creative, and practical. We have a few fun moments and a few stories in this one. Welcome to episode 60.