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Notes on Resilience110: Tackling Workplace Bullying, with Deitra PayneSend us a textWorkplace bullying is a pervasive challenge that impacts employee health and morale.Join us for a conversation with Deitra Payne, who is on a mission to eradicate workplace bullying. We discuss the necessity for compassionate leadership, the definition and implications of bullying, and offer practical advice for addressing these issues within organizations.Bullying and compassion are incompatible, and Deitra urges organizations to adopt zero-tolerance policies that safeguard employees' well-being. We talk about the psychological and physical toll of bullying, demystify it as more than just a personality clash, and...2025-02-0527 min
Resilience w/ Dawn OliviaBringing Positivity with Dr. Deitra C. PayneSend us a textWelcome back to Resilience w/ Dawn Olivia! In this uplifting episode, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Deitra C. Payne, an inspirational leader, speaker, and author, renowned for her passion for spreading positivity and empowering others to thrive through her platform, Fabulous Coaching, Training, and Productions, LLC. Dr. Payne shares her wisdom on how to cultivate joy, embrace resilience, and navigate life's challenges with grace. Join us as we delve into her incredible journey, explore her insights on maintaining a positive mindset, and uncover practical strategies to help you live your most fabulous...2024-12-1635 min
Personal Development Trailblazers PodcastAchieve More with SMART Goal Setting with Deitra Payne
Welcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In this episode, we’ll explore the SMART method that can turn your dreams into reality. No more vague resolutions, just clear, actionable steps that lead to success.
Dr. Deitra C. Payne has always been passionate about education and has dedicated over 14 years as an educator. In late 2024, Dr. Payne chose to follow her entrepreneurial dream by founding Fabulous Coaching, Training, and Productions, LLC. She helps clients achieve their dreams through personalized one-on-one and group coaching. Her business also serves corporate clients, offering transformative training progr...2024-11-2219 min
FictionaryBlack TikTok, BlackPink, Accents and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra talks about some awesome events this summer including attending the Black TikTok Tour stop in NYC, and becoming an official Blink. She also shares a new original short story, from the 100 Words for 100 days Challenge.Story : UNDERCOVERGenre- Fairy TaleAction- Doing YogaWord- Laugh If you like the show, check us out: Facebook- @FictionaryPodInstagram- @Fictionary_PodcastTikTok- @fictionary_podcastYouTube- @fictionarypodcast6433Email Fictionary at: keepreading.fictionary@gmail.com2023-08-2920 minFictionarySugar Babies, Love Stories and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra chats with a new friend she met on the train and gets all the tea on becoming a sugar baby. This episode is definitely for the adults. She also shares a new short fiction story: LOST AT SEAWord: Safe Action: Rowing a Boat Genre: Romantic ComedyIf you like the show, check us out: Facebook- @FictionaryPodInstagram- @Fictionary_PodcastTikTok- @fictionary_podcastYouTube- @fictionarypodcast6433Ema...2023-08-2242 minFictionarySchool's Out for Summer and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra chats with three amazing young people all about summer vacation, the things they love to do, and advice for other kids their age. This is the perfect episode to listen to with your kiddos as they prepare for a new school year. All stories were written by my three amazing guests Jayden, Jude, and Kendrick. (Kendrick had a little help from Mom, BUT this story is completely made up by him.)If you like the show, check us out: Facebook- @FictionaryPod2023-08-1541 minFictionaryWhat's Going On, Happy Birthday and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra talks about some of the crazy things happening in the world today. It's wild in these streets people, so buckle up. She also wishes a happy and amazing birthday to her sister and author Chantae Oliver.In honor of Chantae's birthday, today's reading is from "The Dream Weaver", the debut novel in Chantae's YA Fae-Fiction trilogy.To learn more about Author Chantae Oliver please visit her websiteYou can purchase her books here.Follow...2023-08-0825 minFictionaryScreen Them, Be Fearless and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra talks about living and creating fearlessly, properly vetting potential romantic interests, and the updated YouTube Channel. She also shares a new original short story, from the 100 Words for 100 days Challenge.Story : THE ARRIVALGenre- Fairy TaleAction- Reading a BookWord- Queen If you like the show, check us out: Facebook- @FictionaryPodInstagram- @Fictionary_PodcastTikTok- @fictionary_podcast YouTube- @fictionarypodcast6433Email Fictionary at: keepreading.fictionary@gmail.comMUSIC...2023-07-2524 minFictionaryDo It Alone and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra shares her thoughts on facing the world alone and peach milkshakes. She also shares a new original short story, from the 100 Words for 100 days Challenge.Story 1: I CAN'T HEAR YOUGenre- MysteryAction- Riding a TrainWord- Mystery If you like the show, check us out: Facebook- @FictionaryPodInstagram- @Fictionary_PodcastTikTok- @fictionary_podcastEmail Fictionary at: keepreading.fictionary@gmail.comMUSIC FROM THIS WEEK'S EPISODE:GRIME...2023-07-1823 minFictionaryKeke Palmer, Women's Rights and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra shares her thoughts on the Keke Palmer "scandal" and takes a dive into the world of black toxic masculinity (she surfaces in shock, but otherwise unharmed). She also shares a new original short story, from the 100 Words for 100 days Challenge. Story 1: DESPERATE TIMESGenre- ApocalypticAction- BurpingWord- Fabric If you like the show, check us out: Facebook- @FictionaryPodInstagram- @Fictionary_PodcastTikTok- @fictionary_podcastEmail Fictionary at: keepreading.fictionary@gmail.com2023-07-1133 minFictionaryA Journey to the Past and Stuff*****Ears up there were some minor sound issues due to the interview being held over Zoom. Don't let that stop you though, this episode is FIRE.In this episode, Deitra takes a journey to the past and revisits her interview with up-and-coming Fantasy Author Brittany Gathing. They talk about everything from Hulu to bad breath, to Brittany's first book: The Unseen: Age of Deliverance. In the episode we also do a special reading from The Traveler's Journey, Brittany's episodic story on Kindle VellaCheck out Brittany's Website2023-07-041h 08FictionarySmoothies, Hot Girl Summer and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra teaches you the secrets to the perfect smoothie, living a hot girl summer, and drops a hot tip for the fellas. She also shares three new original 100-word stories, with a special story from one of our listeners!Story 1: NO SUCH THING AS LUCKGenre- LegendAction- Playing PokerWord- FairyStory 2: LOSTGenre-Sci-FiAction-Looking Through BinocularsWord- EmotionalStory 3: UNTITLEDSubmitted by listener Angie in OK. Genre- Apocalyptic2023-06-2724 minFictionaryFan Expo Philadelphia Part 3 and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra visits FanExpo Philadelphia 2023 and brings you fresh new interviews and increasingly random commentary with author Chantae Oliver. This is the last episode in the Fan Expo Series, we hope you enjoyed. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST INTERVIEWS:Author:Frank DestefanoWEBSITEInstagram and Twitter: @frank.destefanoWant to read The Dark Legend of The Foreigner? (AMAZON) Author:Jeff RyanWant to read Super Mario: How Nintendo Conquered America? (AMAZON)2023-06-2021 minFictionaryFan Expo Philadelphia Part 2 and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra visits FanExpo Philadelphia 2023 and brings you fresh new interviews and increasingly random commentary with author Chantae Oliver.LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST INTERVIEWS:Freelance Illustrator:Asiah FulmoreWEBSITEInstagram and Twitter: @asiahfulmoreWant to learn more about Amethyst: Princess of Gem World? (DC COMICS) Freelance Illustrator and Author:Christopher StollWEBSITEInstagram: @topherstollWant to buy Pokenatomy? (AMAZON) Comic Publisher:2023-06-1318 minFictionaryFANEXPO PHILADELPHIA PART 1 AND STUFFWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra visits FanExpo Philadelphia 2023 and brings you fresh new interviews and increasingly random commentary with author Chantae Oliver.LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST INTERVIEWS:Author, Actress, and Podcast Host: Lena NazareiLENANAZAREI.COMWant to Read Bite Shift? (Amazon Link) Actress, Fitness Professional, and Podcast Host: Heather BoddyHEATHER-BODDY.COMWant to Join Geeknasium? (Geeknasium Link)Author and Publisher: Jemima VictorJEMIMAVICTOR.COMWant to R...2023-06-0633 minFictionaryAm I a Ghost, Reality TV Fights, FanExpo and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra talks about ghosting someone, trashy reality TV, FanExpo Philadelphia, and lots of other stuff. FANEXPO PHILADELPHIA is coming June 2, 2023- June 4, 2023 and we will be providing coverage of the event. We hope that we'll see you there. Click the link below to check it out and purchase tickets:https://fanexpohq.com/fanexpophiladelphia/ If you like the show, check us out: Facebook- @FictionaryPodInstagram- @Fictionary_PodcastTikTok- @fictionary_podcastEmail Fictionary at: keepreading.fic...2023-05-2327 minFictionarySwiping Right on Myself and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra talks about the mystical land of online dating and shares three new original 100-word stories.Story 1: SOMEDAYGenre- Post-ApocalypticAction- Taking a PictureWord- DreamStory 2: GO TO SLEEPGenre- HorrorAction- Writing a PoemWord- BitterStory 3: LET'S MAKE A DEAL!Genre- Sci-FiAction- Buying SomethingWord- Excuses If you like the show, check us out: Facebook- @FictionaryPodInstagram- @Fictionary_Podcast...2023-05-1627 minFictionaryI Guess Mercury is in Retrograde and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode, host Deitra learns all about Mercury and why it sucks that it's in retrograde, shares some weird news from around the world, and shares three new original 100-word stories. Story 1: I SHOULD HAVE SWIPED LEFTGenre- HorrorAction- Standing Someone UpWord- CrackStory 2: FragileGenre-RomanceAction- Making TeaWord- DenyStory 3: Damn The Man!Genre- Post ApocalypticAction- Talking to yourselfWord- Dance If you like the show, che...2023-05-0922 minFictionaryParini Shroff, Bandit Queens, Golden Girls and StuffWelcome to Fictionary! In this episode Deitra talks story with the up-and-coming author of the hit book, "The Bandit Queens", Parini Shroff. This interview covers everything from the Golden Girls to the age-old debate of zombies vs vampires, to smashing patriarchy and sisterhood. Join us as we discuss Parini's darkly hilarious debut novel, which is tearing down the veil of secrecy to explore the lives of women living with abuse and the demands of no-good men. Follow Parini:Instagram @PariniShroffTwitter @Par...2023-05-021h 07FictionaryDepression is a Biatch and StuffWelcome BACK to Fictionary. In this episode, your host Deitra gets real with you about depression and the effects it has had on her life recently. She also shares some very exciting news regarding next week's episode! Next Week: Tuesday, May 2, 2023- AUTHOR INTERVIEW You will not want to miss our interview with the Author of "The Bandit Queens" Parini Shroff! This is a not to be missed interview. Parini shares about her book, life, and what we can look forward to in the future. If you haven't read "The Bandit Queens" yet che...2023-04-2531 minFictionarySalads, Scary Stories, Second Chances and StuffDeitra gets a second chance after some kind words from a listener, gives you a top-secret tip about salads, and of course, closes out spooky season with a scary story. Deitra reads Episode 5 of the Kindle Vella Story by Author Chantae Oliver:Hexes, Jinxes, & Hijinks- Cold Lips & Vengeful QuipsIf you enjoyed the story please take some time to register with Kindle Vella. You'll receive 200 free tokens, that you can use to purchase additional episodes of Hexes, Jinxes, and Hijinks. Author Chantae Oliver would definitely appreciate the love and support. Let's go Fi...2022-11-0114 minFictionaryBook Reviews, Knee Problems, Spooky Stories, and StuffWelcome to Fictionary. In this episode, your host Deitra talks about the dangers of twerking, the powers of Aleve, and the book the Other Black Girl. BOOK GANG- Send me your book suggestions on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter. I'll be announcing our new book on Tuesday. Today, Deitra reads an original spooky short story. Story : THE WALKGenre- Ghost StoryAction- Whispering to SomeoneWord- TwilightDo you know stuff? Do you always win at trivia? Then you should definitely download VersusGame tod...2022-10-2521 minFictionaryCovid, Accessibility, Jump Scares and StuffWelcome to Fictionary. In this episode, your host Deitra talks about Covid, the need for greater accessibility, washing your hands, and other stuff. BOOK GANG- You have an extra week to read the first book :The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila HarrisWe will be discussing it next Tuesday. Be ready, we may have go live on social media for this one. Today, Deitra reads an original short story. It was supposed to be 100 words, but it wasn't working, so it's a little bit longer...Story : TH...2022-10-1814 minFictionaryASMR, Kindle Vella, New Cars and StuffDeitra finally does the long-awaited ASMR episode (mainly due to the fact that she is sick and anything above a whisper feels like glass in her throat). She also has a mini O.M.M. session about new cars, dating, and the Queen Lizzo. Deitra reads Episode 5 of the Kindle Vella Story by Author Chantae Oliver:Hexes, Jinxes, & Hijinks- Cold Lips & Vengeful QuipsIf you enjoyed the story please take some time to register with Kindle Vella. You'll receive 200 free tokens, that you can use to purchase additional episodes of Hexes, Jinxes, and...2022-10-0411 minFictionaryGolden Time, Mahsa Amini, and StuffWelcome to Fictionary. In this episode, your host Deitra talks about her new favorite health drink, Mahsa Amini and the Iranian protests, and shares three original stories.The first book for our Fictionary book club is:The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris We have one month to read the book and on the October 18th episode, I will talk about it. Throughout the month I will be posting some questions and prompts to interact with you all on Instagram. Make sure to follow fictionary_podcast to keep up. This wee...2022-09-2715 minFictionaryAdnan, The Woman King, Book Gang, and StuffWelcome to Fictionary. In this episode, your host Deitra talks about breaking news stories including #freeAdnan, The Woman King, the queen, and shares three original stories.Book Gang, Deitra has spoken. ..The first book for our Fictionary book club is: The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris We have one month to read the book and on the October 18th episode, I will talk about it. Throughout the month I will be posting some questions and prompts to interact with you all on Instagram. Make sure to follow fictionary_podcast to...2022-09-2021 minFictionaryCafe Con Leche, Vampire Eyes, Mermaids, and StuffWelcome to Fictionary Season 3! This is our second episode and your host Deitra ponders many of the mysteries of life, like, why is online dating so difficult, why allergies cause such strange reactions, why people care if a fictional character is black, and of course shares three original stories.Submit your suggestions for the Fictionary Book Club on any social media platform before high noon Saturday, September 17th. Let's read together and talk about it. This week enjoy 3 original 100-word short fiction stories.Story 1: FALLING IN LOVEGenre- Romantic Comedy2022-09-1320 minFictionaryQuick Sip- Romance and StuffEnjoy a quick sip with host Deitra during the summer break. This week's theme is romance.****** SEASON 3 STARTS NEXT WEEK!!!!! TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th!!!!******Download VersusGame today and follow Fictionary_Podcast:https://versusgame.com/app/game/?invite_code=J8KZ4MH3NIf you like the show check us out:Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/FictionaryPODTikTok- @fictionary_podcastInstagram- @Fictionary_PodcastEmail Fictionary at: keepreading.fictionary@gmail.comMUSIC FROM THIS WEEK'S EPISODE:2022-08-3008 min