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Bottled UpFinding Your Voice and Special Olympics Mississippi with Monica Daniels In this episode of Bottled Up, host Andrew Allen chats with Monica Daniels, Executive Director of Special Olympics Mississippi. Monica shares her personal journey into the nonprofit world, inspired by her daughter's experience with Magnolia Speech School. She explains how the Special Olympics empowers athletes with intellectual disabilities through competitive sports. She discusses the history of the Special Olympics, its focus on inclusion and unified teams, and highlights how athletes now compete at high levels with dedicated training and support. Monica also talks about the organization's year-round events, the importance of community support, and ways people can...2025-07-1540 min
Black Women AmplifiedJayne Allen Returns: Building a Literary Empire with Black Girl MagicWe are beyond excited to welcome back the brilliant Jayne Allen to the Black Women Amplified podcast! Jayne, the mastermind behind the bestselling Black Girl Magic trilogy, returns to share insight into her latest literary creation, The Most Wonderful Time.In this episode, she introduces us to two captivating new characters and invites us into a fresh adventure that’s just as enchanting and powerful as her previous work. Following the success of her debut novel Black Girls Must Die Exhausted, which she self-published after being turned down by traditional publishers.Jayne has gone on to se...2025-06-2755 min
World Domination#163 World Domination Podcast: The TRUTH about Starting Your Biz with Laurence AllenNothing but the truth in this episode from Coach Laurence where we are honest about all the fear, imposter syndrome, wanting to quit, and all the unglamorous stuff we go through in the pursuit of our dreams. It’s all part of it! Tune in to feel supported & learn how we move through it. You […]
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The post #163 World Domination Podcast: The TRUTH about Starting Your Biz with Laurence Allen appeared first on Monica Ferguson Mindset Coach .2025-04-2329 minMaiden Speech#157 World Domination: Tap into both your masculine AND feminine energies to achieve your dreams with Laurence AllenThere are SO many people telling you to hustle MORE, work hard, don’t rest. Then at the other end there’s this message of I don’t chase, I attract. So, how do we attract in our desires, yet also move our goals forward and balance it all so we can actually have a life we love? […]
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Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business235 - Are There Changes You Need to Drive Business Growth?Join the Boss Collective Zoom Party
Change is inevitable, but are you using it to your advantage? In this episode, Monica shares her personal journey of reimagining roles, strategies, and priorities in her businesses to adapt to a new reality. With refreshing honesty, Monica provides actionable steps for business owners to review their numbers, assess priorities, and make intentional changes that drive success. From adjusting marketing strategies to rethinking roles, discover how these shifts can transform your business.
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How to assess your business’s pe...2025-01-2416 minBlack Women AmplifiedJayne Allen: Author Extraordinare of the Black Girl Magic Book Series.Send us a textHello Family, Welcome Jayne Allen, the mastermind behind the incredibly successful Black Girl Magic trilogy, is here to share the magic of her latest book, The Most Wonderful Time. In this episode, we explore her creative process, her thrilling journey from bestselling author to landing a television production deal, and the two captivating new characters who will steal your heart. From selling over 800,000 copies worldwide to being translated into multiple languages, Jayne’s books have left an indelible mark on readers everywhere—and her latest adventure is just as enchanting. Whether you’re a fan of powerf...2024-12-1955 min
The Graceful WarriorTune In to Triumph: Erik Allen's Journey from MMA Gear to Podcast PioneerHey Graceful Warriors!
Join host Monica Hansen and host Erik Allen in an inspiring podcast journey as Erik shares his personal story
of transformation from a tumultuous past to a beacon of hope and self-improvement.
The podcast unfolds Erik's experiences, from facing childhood adversity, substance abuse, and financial hardship
to a profound Christian awakening, sobriety, marriage, and finding his calling in the world of mixed martial arts(MMA)
Delving into the power of faith, entrepreneurship, and the love of music, Erik offers insights into
how these elements have shaped his life.
Erik's podcast...2024-09-2030 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business217 - THROWBACK - 6 Tips for Thriving in Life, Love & BusinessThough by definition we are not currently in a recession, on this episode Monica shares a throwback from early 2023. Sharing 6 tips that has helped she and her husband remain in business together for over 20 years through the 2008 Great Recession and the pandemic, this content is as relevant today as it was over a year and a half ago. Even if you listened before, listen again as this episode is meant to encourage and inspire.
Episode Quote: As sure as the spring will follow winter, prosperity and economic growth will follow recession. ~ Bo Bennett.
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Black Women AmplifiedBlack Girl Magic's Author , Jayne Allen and her New BookSend us a textWe are beyond excited to welcome back the brilliant Jayne Allen to the Black Women Amplified podcast! Jayne, the mastermind behind the incredibly successful Black Girl Magic trilogy, returns to share insights about her latest literary creation, The Most Wonderful Time.In this episode, Jayne introduces us to two captivating new characters and takes us on a thrilling new adventure that promises to be just as enchanting as her previous works. Following the success of her Black Girl Magic trilogy, which has sold over 800,000 copies worldwide, has been translated into multiple languages, and secured a television production...2024-08-2855 min
Black Women AmplifiedBehind the Pages: Jayne Allen’s Creative Process and New BookSend us a textWe are beyond excited to welcome back the brilliant Jayne Allen to the Black Women Amplified podcast! Jayne, the mastermind behind the incredibly successful Black Girl Magic trilogy, returns to share insights about her latest literary creation, The Most Wonderful Time.In this episode, Jayne introduces us to two captivating new characters and takes us on a thrilling new adventure that promises to be just as enchanting as her previous works. Following the success of her Black Girl Magic trilogy, which has sold over 800,000 copies worldwide, been translated into multiple languages, and secured a television production deal...2024-08-2255 min
LIVE with The Famous Dr. ALLIVE with The Famous Dr AL and Monica ParkinIntroduction
Host: Dr. Allen LyckaGuest: Monica ParkinLocation: Vancouver Island, CanadaProfession: Introverted entrepreneur, author of "Overcoming Awkward"Key Focus: Networking, marketing, sales for introvertsSpecial Program: Creator of Evolution SpeakingNotable Achievement: Delivered a TEDx talk on introversion
Monica Parkin's Journey
Career Change: Transitioned to a mortgage broker from a previous careerInitial Expectations: Work in isolation with minimal client interactionReality Check: Required to network and bring in business...2024-07-2929 min
a Church PodcastSolidarity IS the Work: Luke 10:25-37 [with Dr. Phil Allen Jr.]What does the familiar story of the Good Samaritan have to teach us about racial solidarity? Our guest preacher is Dr. Phil Allen Jr. who is a theologian, ethicist, pastor, poet, documentary film producer and founder/president of Racial Solidarity Project. Support the show2024-07-2121 min
One Take Live with Monica MayIBC Elevates Two to Episcopacy with Archbishop Allen T.D. WigginsJoin us this week on One Take Live with Monica May
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Follow Me o...2024-03-2731 minMaiden Speech#139 World Domination: What Is YOUR Version Of Success with Laurence B AllenYour success is MEANT to be different to everyone else. You get to define it for yourself & then create a life that best supports you and the calling on your heart, whatever that looks like for YOU! Laurence B Allen is a Digital Nomad running his Coaching business from around the world & you […]
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Living and Loving Your Life with Chantel AllenHit a plateau in your personal growth? Here are 4 keys to dramatically change your life with Monica PackerIn today's episode, our guest Monica Packer, a leading expert in personal development, introduces her unique "progress model." Get ready for an eye-opening discussion on sustainable growth, breaking free from the "all or nothing lie," and leveraging your intuition to navigate your path to progress. 🛑 Breaking the Plateau Myth: Monica challenges the common perception of plateaus as obstacles, reframing them as essential pauses in our progress. Explore the significance of these moments and how embracing them can lead to more sustainable and meaningful growth. 🚀 The Progress Model Unveiled: Our guest unveils her exclusive "progress model" – a roadma...2024-03-0733 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business181 - The Courage to Leap: Christine Anne James' Insights on Leaving the 9-to-5 BehindIn this electrifying episode, Monica sits down with the dynamic Side Hustle Success Coach, Christen Anne James. Known for her empowering approach, Christen specializes in guiding high-energy, 9-to-5 women through their fears and into a world of clarity and confidence. Her mission? To help them expand their side hustles and boldly step away from their day jobs.
With a rich backstory, Christen herself transitioned from a 12-year corporate career to the exhilarating realm of entrepreneurship. Her journey is a beacon for many. Now, she's passionately dedicated to accelerating other women's entrepreneurial paths, offering the kind of support and wisdom she...2024-01-1237 min
STYLED FOR LIFE#247. How Your Style Builds Trust with Clients: Monica FedericoIn this episode, host Katie speaks with Monica, a Career & Business Coach with over 20 years of leadership experience in the corporate world. She is a qualified Performance Coach, DISC certified and licensed in Positive Intelligence Coaching.
We chat about the impact of visual consistency in making positive first impressions on coaching clients.
Key discussion topics:
The scientific link between appearances and snap judgments
Crafting a signature look aligned with your coaching brand
Conveying qualities like approachability, trustworthiness and relatability
Typical errors coaches make without realizing it
Tension between self-expression and client perceptions
Steps to...2023-12-1838 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business178 - How to Age on Your Own TermsIn this episode, Monica reflects on her milestone birthday and the realization of turning 50, a moment for gratitude and redefining perceptions of age. She shares her decision to celebrate others in the coming year, instead of hosting a big party for herself. Monica discusses the importance of effective goal setting...how it changed her life and has led to her many accomplishments. She recounts surprises at a holiday party and a dream car unexpectedly received, highlighting the unexpected ways life can fulfill our goals. Monica is offering personal one-on-one goal setting sessions to listeners, (book by emailing her at...2023-12-1515 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business177 - Beyond the Stage: My Entrepreneurial Takeaways from Beyoncé's RenaissanceIn this episode, Monica delves into her experiences from her 5th Beyoncé concert, using it as a lens to explore Beyoncé's remarkable evolution as an artist and a savvy businesswoman. She draws parallels between Beyoncé's career trajectory and key entrepreneurial principles, emphasizing the importance of diversification, embracing creative risks, and building a loyal fanbase. Monica’s insights offer a unique perspective on how Beyoncé's approach to her career provides valuable lessons for entrepreneurs. The episode concludes with a summary of these takeaways and an invitation for listeners to apply these insights in their own business ventures.
...2023-12-1515 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business174 - The Ripple Effect of Financial Wellness with Expert Adam TollioverIn this enlightening episode, Monica sits down with Adam Tolliver, a renowned Certified Financial Planner and Chartered Financial Consultant located in Atlanta. Adam shares his insights on how individual financial security contributes to broader community prosperity. Adam provides practical tips for listeners to start their journey towards financial wellness. This is an episode that can truly determine if fortunes are lost or gained. Really do not miss this episode.
Episode Quote: Legacy is not what I did for myself. It’s what I’m doing for the next generation. ~Vitor Belfort.
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The Place Therapists GrowMonica's Thrive Today Training RECAPI have pursued the amazing opportunity to go through Thrive Training! I am still reflecting on my time a few weeks back when I completed my third and final stage of training and am so excited about the growth I experienced!
Not only did this experience provide next-level and experiential relational brain skills training, I was able to meet and commune with LOTS of AMAZING people: Marlene Allen (Life Model Works Director), Chris M. Coursey and Jen Coursey (Thrive Today Directors), Dr. Jim Wilder (Head Neurotheologian for Life Model Works), some new HARDCORE therapist friends and a lot...2023-11-1013 min
Silence on SetThe Bear's Edwin Lee Gibson discusses career, Jeremy Allen White, and the Thanksgiving episodeEdwin Lee Gibson sat down with me to discuss his latest role on Hulu's The Bear. The show debuted quietly and has become a must-watch. Gibson credits its success to the creators, writers, fellow co-stars, and, of course, the fans. Gibson, who has quite a theatre career, talks about his favorite roles, how he ended up on The Bear, what is happening with his character, behind-the-scenes stories, including working with Jeremy Allen White, and those famous one-take scenes. Gibson also opened up about show preparation, one of the funniest scenes he had shot, and details on that epic Thanksgiving...2023-10-1658 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business169 - 3 Pivotal Elements Needed to Sustain Your Business for the Long TermReflecting on a recent Instagram Live with Strength X Glory host, Lauren Alexa Trujillo, Monica discusses what she believes to be 3 pivotal elements that are needed to sustain your business over time. Sharing many of her personal business stories, Monica offers tips on pricing, and chats about the keys to keeping a business running smoothly. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned professional, join us in exploring the transformative strategies that will make a difference in your business.
Episode Quote: Strategy is important, but execution is everything. Incredibly successful people focus on executing incredibly well. ~Jeff Haden
Click here...2023-09-1519 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business168 - Who's Sharpening Your Iron?In this eye-opening episode, Monica dives deep into the pivotal role of having a tribe on your entrepreneurial journey. Drawing from Proverbs 27:17, she emphasizes how essential it is for business owners to surround themselves with like-minded individuals who challenge and inspire. From the wisdom passed on by mentors (whether close confidants or distant inspirations like Oprah) to invaluable insights gained from unexpected conversations, Monica showcases how having an entrepreneurial community transcends mere networking. Learn about the transformative power of mentorship, the importance of being part of a supportive tribe, and actionable tips to cultivate meaningful connections. Join Monica and...2023-09-0810 min
Profit Your KnowledgeThe Dark Side of AI and Copywriting w/ Monica BadiuMeet Monica Badiu. As a Conversion Copywriter helping some of the world’s largest course creators, she shares how to drive 7 figures in course revenue through customer-centric copywriting and email marketing.
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50 Catchy Title Formulas (profityourknowledge.com)2023-08-0935 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business161 - Your Mindset Matters!!!On this episode Monica dives headfirst into the fascinating world of mindset! Have you ever wondered how big of a role mindset plays in our lives and careers? Well, Monica has been talking to all sorts of people about their careers lately and she's discovered some intriguing insights.
Inspired by a comical yet insightful clip from Kevin Hart and the captivating Netflix documentaries featuring Michelle Obama and another featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Monica spots some patterns that all point to one thing - the powerful influence of our mindset. This isn't just any chat, it's an exploration! Monica guides us through...2023-07-2117 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business160 - The Invisible Enemy: Eliminating Imposter Syndrome for Entrepreneurial Success with Ashley C. PedersenOn today's episode Monica sits down and chats with her life coach Ashley Cameron Pedersen about imposter syndrome. Ashley is an esteemed life and business mindset coach, dedicated to guiding entrepreneurs in conquering the limiting beliefs that hinder their progress towards achieving their goals. With a passion for transformation, Ashley provides personalized coaching experiences through one-on-one sessions and small group settings. She resides in Wyoming with her husband, 3 kids and their dog.
Episode Quote: It feels like my hard work has paid off, but at the same time I still have the impostor syndrome…I still feel li...2023-07-1441 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business159 - The 4 Vital Steps to Filtering New Business Ideas for Greater SuccessOn this episode Monica discusses in detail her recent business venture, Greekhub. She walks through the 4 steps she filters a new business idea through before putting in large sums of an investment.
Episode Quote:
Before I embark on any new venture, I ask myself: will the joy of doing this make me lose track of any concern for time? If the answer is yes, I proceed.
~ Alice Walker
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Email: monica@monic...2023-07-0712 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small BusinessBoss Up Book (7) - 10x is Easier than 2X by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin HardyIn this captivating episode, Monica delves into the mind-blowing pages of "10x is Easier than 2x" by the brilliant duo, Dan Sullivan (founder of Strategic Coach) and Dr. Benjamin Hardy. Brace yourself for a thought-provoking exploration as Monica uncovers the secrets to skyrocketing your business to unimaginable heights. Prepare to be inspired by profound discussions and eye-opening questions that will challenge your perspective on success, setting goals, and wanting what you want.
Episode Quote: Always make your future bigger than your past. Dan Sullivan
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Episode Quote: It takes months to find a customer…seconds to lose one. Vince Lombardi
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Kaitlin is a lover of french roast coffee, Goldendoodles, and pump-up music! She believes happiness is something we each create for ourselves and that YOU are in the driver’s se...2023-06-0242 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business154 - 5 Indications that it is Time to Let “IT” GoOn this episode Monica discusses she and her husband Ethan's decision to close one of their store locations. Monica goes on to share the 5 ways to know when it is time to let go of something in your business as well as in your life.
Episode Quote: When things don't go as expected, trust the reroute. ~Lalah Delia
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Moni...2023-05-2610 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business152 - 6 Simple Tips for Your Business Social Media SuccessOn this episode Monica shares what she has learned over the past few years to reduce stress and pressure around utilizing social media in her businesses. In addition she shares takeaways from last week's episode with Social Media Manager & Strategist, Monica Van Landingham of Vier Media located in Nashville, Tennessee.
Episode Quote: Consistent does not mean constant. ~ Monica Van Landingham
When it comes to using social as a business owner, this is different from being an influencer. Social media is a tool that should be used strategically for your business' growth. Six ways to make using social easier:
Select 1-2...2023-05-1215 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business151 - You are NOT an Influencer with Monica Van Landingham, CEO of Vier MediaMany of us business owners can get it twisted... (I am guilty) in thinking that we should be using social media platforms in the same manner that an influencer or content creator would. However, as a business owner we must focus on running our businesses and using social media as a tool to support our businesses. Letting our customers know what problems we solve and how we can better serve them should be our ultimate goal on social.
On today's episode Monica is speaking with Social Media and Strategist, Monica Van Landingham of Vier Media located in Nashville, TN. Learn...
...2023-05-0539 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business149 - Is Negative Subconscious Beliefs Holding You or Your Business Back?On this episode Monica shares with you how some of her own negative subconscious beliefs have been brought to the forefront after recording her interview with Tanya Chernova (listen to episode 148 for the full interview). She also discusses the work she has been doing to overcoming her limiting belief that she thinks is holding her and ultimately her business back. Sharing with you her takeaways from episode 148 with Tanya, you too may find that there are some things holding you back as well.
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We are meant to grow expansively. Trees don’t sit there and think I can’t gr...2023-04-2119 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small BusinessBoss Up Book (6) - Exit Rich by Michelle Seiler Tucker and Sharon LechterIs your business being built for success? Do you have an exit strategy for your business. As an entrepreneur who started a business not giving much thought to what happens down the road, Monica is discussing her first Boss Up Books pick for this season. Exit Rich by Michelle Seiler Tucker and Sharon Lechter is an excellent book to follow to set up your business from the start, get you business back on the right track or get your business ready to sell by focusing on the 6 Ps - People, Product, Process, Proprietary, Patrons & Profit.
Episode Quote: I can’t chan...2023-04-0713 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business146 - How to Effectively Build Your Brand using Public Relations (PR) with B.A. JenkinsBrennen Aaliyah Jenkins, also known as BA Jenkins, joins Monica on this episode. She is a dynamic and multifaceted American business woman and publicist. With a passion for helping others succeed, BA has become the driving force behind Ruthless Marketing, a company she founded to help businesses of all sizes and industries grow and thrive.
BA's expertise in PR has allowed her to create successful strategies for a wide range of clients, including small businesses, influencers, celebrities, politicians, government agencies, and media outlets. Her unique approach to public relations has helped her clients achieve greater visibility, build stronger relationships...2023-03-2436 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business145 - A Call to Action that Creates the Future YOU DesireOn each episode Monica leaves us with a call to action. The call to action is...
Level Up
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On this episode Monica discusses what the details of the call to action really means. Being on her entrepreneurial journey for over 21 years, Monica is aware that a call to action is a must.
Episode Quote: I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples. ~Mother Teresa
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Episode Quote: C...2023-03-1021 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business143 - "The Toxic Culture of Busyness: How to Break Free from the 'Hustle and Grind' Mentality"Monica speaks with Jennifer Bassman who teaches women how to acknowledge their own burnout, as well as, how to build an awareness of their stress levels, create effective boundaries, start working based on their natural strengths and talents, and stop feeling responsible for everyone and everything. She is the author of Stop Being A Doormat, The Burnout Recovery Method (Fall 2023), a Certified CliftonStrengths coach, and has coached hundreds of business professionals through burnout recovery since 2012. Jennifer has been a pet care business owner and operator since 2000.
Her 22 years of pet care industry experience and knowledge are often r...2023-03-0353 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business142 - What’s Required to Reach the Top?Sharing takeaways from her recent anniversary trip to St. Lucia, Monica always learns something when on vacation. Episode Quote: Just keep putting one foot in front of the other.
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Join my Clubhouse Club...2023-02-2409 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business140 - THROWBACK: Why YOU are the key to legacy?There is a reason Monica decided to share this as a throwback.
Meeting 2 people in a week who never had the opportunity to go on field trips as a child, she is passionate about sharing the importance of giving your children opportunities that can last for generations to come. Even if you do not have kids, you can give kids in your community exposure to positive opportunities that will begin a ripple effect.
Episode Quote: Instead of buying your children all the things you never had, you should teach them all the things you were ne...2023-02-1022 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business139 - 6 Tips for Thriving in Life, Love & Business Despite a RecessionOn this episode Monica shares 6 tips that has help she and her husband remain in business together for 21 years and married for 20. She also discusses opportunities that exist during and after a recession. Perhaps this is actually the time to start a business for the 1st time or to start a new one. Episode Quote: As sure as the spring will follow the winter, prosperity and economic growth will follow recession. ~Bo Bennett
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Episode Quote: There is no point in starting your own business unless you do it out of a sense of frustration.
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Hel...2023-01-2739 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business137 - How will Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation Change your Business?On today's episode Monica shares with us some of the tools that she currently use in her business...tools that have impacted the growth of their business over the years and help she and her team work more effectively and efficiently. She also discusses new tools that are taking the world by storm. These tools are already and will continue to impact the way we work. Artificial intelligence is here! ChatGPT, Midjourney and so many more are popping up. They will change the way we do business. How will it impact your business? How will you use these new tools...2023-01-2025 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business135 - Hey Entrepreneur! Yeah YOU…Let's Talk the Importance of Self Care in 2023On today's episode Monica is speaking with Shana Scott who serves as VP of Health Strategies here in Atlanta with the American Heart Association and has been a public health leader that has worked at the intersection of public health, law, community advocacy and policy for almost 20 years. Shana has held roles at Barnes Healthcare Services, the Georgia Department of Public Health and has taught health policy and policy evaluation methods at the University of Georgia since 2018. She holds a Juris Doctorate, a Master’s Degree in Public Health, & a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She joins us today to tal...2023-01-0639 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small BusinessBoss Up Book (5) - Think Again by Adam GrantOn this Boss Up Books episode, Monica discusses Adam Grant's book Think Again. Have you ever got on you soap box and felt that you were right or that the way you do something is really the only way to do it? In this book Adam provides us with much evidence that we can benefit when we think again. Often landing on a better overall result. Create a challenge network, hang with people who don't always agree with us and so much more. This is a must read because it challenges you to open your mind.
As an...2022-12-3008 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business134 - Who is REALLY Holding Your Paintbrush?Write the vision...make it plain. A new year is upon us and this is the perfect time to begin to think about your vision for 2023. On this episode Monica walks through the methodology she and her family uses to create their vision/goals for each new year. She provides you with a worksheet that can be found at www.getgoalsdoneworkshop.com to get you started. Check out her family's unique way of seeing their vision board on a daily basis.
Episode Quote: You are the artist of your own life. Don’t hand the paintbrush to anyone else. ~ Unknown
Episo...2022-12-2318 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business133 - Letting the Silt Settle through Effective Leadership with Lynda MartinMonica speaks with Lynda Martin, an Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) implementer who gets leaders to a shared VISION, with consistent TRACTION as a HEALTHY, cohesive team. Episode Quote: Leadership is not about titles, positions, or flow charts. It is about one life influencing another. ~Unknown Episode Guest: Lynda Martin Lynda’s Profile linkedin.com/in/lynda-martin-eos Websites eosworldwide.com/lynda-martin (Company) Twitter GoodwinGrowth Episode Sponsor - Get your Become Your Own Boss Planner Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Become Your Own Boss Monica FREE ebook The best way to train team members - Trainual Link Get the 30 point checklist for bui...2022-12-1632 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business132 -Can Your Energy & Thoughts REALLY Move Mountains?On today's episode Monica speaks with Elizabeth L.A. Garvish, Founder and Managing Member of Garvish Immigration Law Group, LLC. Elizabeth is the granddaughter of Hungarian immigrants and grew up with a love for languages and culture. These passions landed her in her very first job as an attorney at an immigration firm in Houston, Texas. As an immigration lawyer, Elizabeth had found her purpose. After years of immigration practice experience with small boutique firms, big law and nonprofits, Elizabeth founded Garvish Immigration Law Group, LLC in 2010. Today Elizabeth chats with Monica about creating the best workplace in the America...2022-12-0946 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business131 - The Winning Combo that Definitely Leads to Business Success with Robin GreggOn today's episode Monica talks with Robin Gregg, CEO of Roadsync a company committed to making logistics transactions and financial management faster and easier. Coming to entrepreneurship by taking over a small start-up grappling with founder confrontation and disagreement, Robin has since raised on $39 million dollars to grow the company and modernize transaction handling in the trucking space. Balancing entrepreneurship, getting a divorce during the pandemic, and being a mom to 2 boys, this conversation is one you don't want to miss.
Episode Quote: People don’t care about your business. They care about their problems. Be the sol...2022-12-0235 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business130 - The Steps to Building a Vision Beyond Your BusinessWe often will meet with our team to discuss the vision for the future of our businesses, and we often spend time developing core values that we hope will help create and maintain a healthy culture for our company. Have you thought about doing this for your family? On this episode, Monica give you the steps to developing a vision statement and core values for your family.
Episode Quote: When setting intentions, focus on the specifics of what you really want, not necessarily how it plays out. ~Russell Eric Donda
Episode Sponsor - Zeus' Closet...2022-11-2516 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business129 - Is your Messaging Sticky or Making Customers Run the Other Way with Tollisha JosephMonica welcomes Tollisha Joseph to the podcast this week. Serving as a moderator in one of the largest women networking spaces on Clubhouse, Monica and Tollisha made a connection during the pandemic. A seasoned Network Strategist and Corporate Facilitator, Tollisha is the founder and CEO of The Official Glue an agency that helps to get your business unstuck by crafting and using the right messaging each and every time so your business can truly grow.
Episode Quote: If people like you, they will listen to you but if they trust you, they will do business with you. ~Zig Ziglar.
Episode...2022-11-1842 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business128 - The Big Challenge for Companies that Need PeopleOn this episode Monica vents around recent events that have taken place at her company and the big challenge they are facing right now. She also discusses her company's core values and how they not only play a part in her company, but how they are also apart of her relationship with her husband and business partner of 20 years.
Episode Quote: Be a living expression of your values. Wear them, speak them, make decisions aligned with them. ~Unknown
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Find the Magic205 // Respectful Potty Training with Monica FerriePotty training can be a seemingly daunting task that many of us dread––whether because we’ve heard some nightmarish stories or maybe we’ve had some negative experiences ourselves. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Katelin interviews Monica Ferrie, an Australian toilet training expert and educator who shares refreshing insights and a different approach to potty training that follows the learning stages that all of us progress through when we learn how to do anything: modeling, exploring, teaching, automation. We hope you find answers to questions and the confidence you need to navigate potty training respectful...2022-11-091h 19Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business127 - YES…It is Okay to Pivot with Hayley FosterOn this episode Monica speaks with Hayley Foster, a serial entrepreneur that embodies her last name through and through. From a promotional product business to helping women business owners find and foster their passion, Hayley recently pivoted her business to align more with her passion of health, wellness, and aging backwards.
Episode Quote: The people you surround yourself with influence your behaviors, so choose friends who have healthy habits. ~Dan Buettner. Guest: Hayley B. Foster https://www.fostering101.com/blog
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Get your Become Your Own...2022-11-0436 min
OnlyFitness Podcast016: Should I Keep Working Out If I Am Sick/Injured??"Should I workout if I'm sick/injured?" As online coaches, we get asked this question a lot and the answer is "it depends!"
Follow us --> OnlyFitness, Allen Ye, Monica Blanco
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/onlyfitness/support2022-10-1357 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small BusinessBONUS EPISODE - Million Dollar Speaker with Eileen WilderMonica is bringing you a bonus episode with Eileen Wilder. Who is Eileen Wilder you might ask:
Use to be a Pastor living on humble means
Husband was an Uber driver working to support the family
All changed when she discovered to do 6 & 7 figure days using virtual events
Called by major industry leaders, “The Queen of Stages”
She has spoken on stages with Russell Brunson, Tony Robbins, Kevin Harrington and Dan Kennedy
If you’re ready to have more impact, more income, and most of all - more FUN! Please check out this episode with Eileen Wilder.
Pulled...2022-10-0345 min
Navigating HollywoodMonica Macer, TV Writer & Executive Producer: Station 11, MacGyver, Queen Sugar, Lost, Prison BreakNamed as one of Variety’s 10 Writers to Watch, Monica has written for some of the most acclaimed television series over the last 15 years. She’s a Consulting Producer for HBO’s Station Eleven, the Executive Producer for MacGyver, Queen Sugar, Nashville, and Gentefied, which was nominated for a Peabody Award. She was a writer on Lost, Teen Wolf, Knight Rider, Prison Break, and more. She talks about her career, where she finds inspiration, and the time when she thought she'd never work again. See more at NavigatingHollywood.orgLinks:• Watch this int...2022-09-271h 00Silence on SetThe Greatest Beer Run premieres at TIFF with Zac Efron and Kyle Allen talk family, a brothers bond, and the tenacity of the human spiritAt the Toronto International Film Festival, we spoke to the cast of The Greatest Beer Run at its premiere event with Zach Efron, Kyle Allen, Ruby Ashbourne Serkis, Archie Renaux, Kristine Fernandez Donahue, Jake Picking, Peter Farrelly, and Andrew Muscato. Efron said when he picked up the script, he couldn't put it down and liked the aspect of the film's point of view told through a civilian. Meanwhile, Allen said a bit about his character and then went into how the script was one of the most insane stories he had ever read and was willing to do anything...2022-09-1407 minOnlyFitness Podcast015: 3 Biggest Mistakes Beginners Make in the GymWHY YOU ARE NOT SEEING PROGRESS:
1) WORKOUTS
doing too much —> EVERY DAY
not doing enough —> 1x/week
cardio only
program hopper
what should we apply?4-6 week program focused on progressive overload (increase reps, increase sets, increase volume, increase weight, increase time under tension)
track your lifts and progress!
learn to train with correct intensity (ties in with progressive overload)
2) NUTRITION
eating whatever they want because they worked out (punishment v reward)
not eating enough (and its usually NOT ENOUGH PROTEIN)prot...2022-07-2754 min
OnlyFitness Podcast014: Building A Workout ScheduleIn this episode, we go over:
1) how to build a workout routine if you only have 3 days to workout
2) how to schedule your week of workouts, and lastly
3) exercises to prioritize
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可以幫我安排面試嗎?【哈根達斯專訪】重視Work-Life Balance的外商服務業 ft. 敦南旗艦店店長 Allen竟然有個餐飲服務業號稱自己工作環境不髒亂、危險度低
而且還能達到Work-Life Balance!
本集訪談哈根達斯敦南旗艦店店長 Allen
Allen在哈根達斯不僅服務了6年，甚至還在店裡找到了共度一生的伴侶
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Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business100 - 6 Things Deciding to Become a Podcaster Has Taught MeAfter 2 years of podcasting and 100 episodes, I have learned a lot about podcasting, social media, funnels, myself and so much more. I share those on this episode because not only have they impacted me over the past couple of years, but they are also relevant and useful in business for all of us. Episode Quote: If you had it all figured out today, there would be nothing to learn tomorrow. Enjoy being a work in progress. ~ Unknown Complete the Survey mentioned in this episode. A completed survey gives you one entry to win a $50 Amazon gift card. Helpful Entrepreneurial R...2022-04-2215 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business99 - All You Need to Know Before Buying Facebook Ads with Lionell BallHaving worked at Facebook for a number of years Lionell Ball and his business partner took their expertise of Facebook ads from behind the senses and transferred them into an agency of their own, Inflect Digital. Lionell shares with us the keys to deciding whether running Facebook ads are right for your business as well as the best way to go about running them or selecting an agency to help you. If you are even remotely considering running ads or have run them in the past with not as much success as you had hoped, this is the episode...2022-04-1542 min
This is AshlynnUnderstanding A Woman's Menstrual Cycle With Guest Monica Grohne From MareaMonica lives in Jackson, WY with her husband and golden retriever, Lox. Her career began as a professional skier and action sports film producer. Prior to launching Marea she was a Marketing Director in the DTC ecommerce space and has worked with tens of ecommerce brands to help them grow through organic marketing channels. She launched Marea in 2020 after being a victim of her period for 17 years and experiencing the life changing benefits of nutrition. Monica is now on a mission to share this with thousands of other women so they too can experience healthier, happier periods.
...2022-04-1350 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business98 - 7 Tips to Grow Yourself & Your BusinessOn this episode, I give you an update on my business of 20 years and share with you my takeaways from Shelley Paxton (episode 95), Mrs. Chevy (episode 96) and Rose Kaz (episode 97). Three women who are charting their own path to grow their businesses and help others each in their own unique way.
Episode Quote: I never dreamed of success. I worked for it. ~ Estee Lauder
Top Takeaways:
Be intentional
Be willing to change
Ask for help
Don't edit yourself
"Hell maybe" is not a thing
Take advantage of opportunities
Build your community
Helpful Entrepreneurial R...2022-04-0812 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business97 - The New Power of Community with Rose KazRose Kaz of Ladyboss International has been an entrepreneur for 15 years. An internationally published portrait photographer, owner & lead photo queen at the all women owned and operated Rose Photo + Video, a boutique wedding + lifestyle photography studio in Chicago, Illinois and Asheville, North Carolina, Rose has taken her passion for female business ownership and community to a whole new level. Starting Ladyboss International, a growing community of women around the world, Rose has built a place for women to collaborate, elevate and inspire each other through leadership in business and beyond.
Rose's contact info:
E-mail: word@rosekaz.com
Website: www.ladybossinternational...2022-04-0150 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business96 - All You Need to Know About Sourcing from China with Mrs. ChevyOn today's episode I bring you Mrs. Chevy, a leading sourcing agent in China. Her business Chevy's Business Sourcing Agency designs customized supply chain solutions for startup and mid-size companies. Located in Guangzhou, China, a major manufacturing area and a hub of international trading businesses, the agency sources, oversees production and delivers high-quality sourcing services for brands from around the world.
Episode Quote: Don’t be intimidated by what you don’t know. That can be your greatest strength and ensure that you do things differently from everyone else. ~Sara Blakely.
Mrs. Chevy's Contact info:
Email: info@cbsourcingagency.com
Website: www.cb...2022-03-2540 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business95 - Body, Mind & Finally Her Soul Rebels Against the Corporate Ladder with Shelley PaxtonOn today's episode I am speaking with Shelley Paxton former Chief Marketing Officer at the iconic global brand Harley Davidson. Founder and CEO of Soulbbatical, Shelley left her corporate career behind after waking up with recurring nightmares for over a year. Soulbbatical is a way of being and movement inspired by her personal journey. This awakening led her on a profound Soulbbatical journey that became her mission, business, and bestselling book Soulbbatical: A Corporate Rebel’s Guide to Finding Your Best Life, named #1 on Forbes’ 21 Books to Read in 2021 list. She’s leading a REBELution to rewrite the script of success...2022-03-1849 min