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Coffee With ECoffee With EDare to Be You: What It Really Means to Live Your Authentic SelfWhat does it really mean to live as your true self? In this heartfelt solo episode, Erica Rawls takes you on a journey from childhood confusion to adult clarity, growing up as a young Black girl in predominantly white spaces and learning how to belong without shrinking who she is.She opens up about:        •        Identity struggles in school and college        •        Trying to “act Black enough”  and why that narrative is toxic        •        Learning that your voice, your empathy, and your presence are your superpowersWhether you’re struggling to find your identity or redefining who you a...2025-06-0311 minCoffee With ECoffee With EHair Story, Poetry, and Power with Maria James-ThiawIn this episode of Coffee with E, host Erica Rawls sits down with Maria James-Thiaw, poet, playwright, professor, and author of Hair Story: Reclaiming Our Crown.They dive into the deeper meaning behind hair from tribal identity in African culture to the pain of hair-based discrimination in modern America. Maria opens up about:Writing during COVID while raising two kids with special needsWhy poetry became her way to process grief, racism, and isolationShocking stories uncovered while researching Hair Story, including relaxers used without consentThe importance of self-worth, cultural heritage, and passing on hair pride to the...2025-05-2731 minCoffee With ECoffee With EStart Before You’re Ready, Say Yes Then Figure It OutWhat if the only thing holding you back is waiting for the perfect moment?In this episode of Coffee with E, Erica Rawls welcomes MaDonna Awotwi, a multi-hyphenate creative, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Hit the Angles, for a raw conversation about business, grief, and trusting your gift. MaDonna shares how she turned imposter syndrome into impact, how loss reshaped her mission, and why being fancy is part of the vision, not the problem.From building a media company to mentoring local entrepreneurs through Harrisburg University, MaDonna reminds us that faith, creativity, and grit go hand...2025-05-2049 minCoffee With ECoffee With EWhy Women in Leadership Struggle With Guilt, Pressure, and ConfidenceIn this episode of Coffee with E, Erica Rawls interviews Dr. Linda Fedrizzi-Williams, President of Central Penn College, for a heartfelt and raw conversation on what it really takes to be a woman in leadership.From club DJ and morning radio host to higher education leader, Dr. Fedrizzi-Williams breaks down how imposter syndrome, mom guilt, and societal pressure often hold women back.. not lack of qualifications. She shares her personal and professional story of rising in leadership while raising a family and pushing through doubt to find her voice and purpose. This is for every w...2025-05-1344 minCoffee With ECoffee With EHow Benjamin Bragg Built Purpose from Pain and Created a Business that Builds OthersIn this episode of Coffee with E, Erica Rawls welcomes Benjamin Bragg for a real conversation about purpose, reinvention, and building a business that empowers people, not burns them out.From losing it all to developing a proprietary system that helps ordinary people succeed in the cleaning industry, Ben shares how he turned pain into purpose and setbacks into strategy.You’ll hear about leadership, labor systems, fatherhood, and why part-time work can lead to full-time freedom. If you’re tired of running in circles, this episode is proof that...2025-05-061h 25Coffee With ECoffee With EYou’re Not Afraid to Fail, You’re Afraid to SucceedIn this episode of Coffee with E, Erica Rawls goes deep. No guests, just real talk. She unpacks a truth that many of us avoid. We’re not afraid of failing, we’re afraid of what happens when we succeed.From losing old friendships to stepping into the spotlight, Erica shares what it really looks like to evolve. She opens up about how isolation can be part of growth, how to lead with courage, and why waiting for clarity is often just fear in disguise. This episode is your reminder that success isn’t something to dela...2025-04-2208 minCoffee With ECoffee With EThe Unspoken Truth About Women Who Lead (ft. Dr. Amber Sessom)If you’ve ever felt like you had to shrink yourself to lead, this episode of Coffee with E is for you.Erica Rawls is joined by Dr. Amber Sessoms, school psychologist, adult educator, and founder of Natural Inclination, for a real conversation about finding your voice, leading with emotional honesty, and unlearning harmful narratives that hold women back.From leading in male-dominated spaces to calling out abuse in the workplace, this episode is full of eye-opening moments. Dr. Sessom shares how burnout, therapy, and radical truth-telling transformed her career and how she now helps le...2025-04-1551 minCoffee With ECoffee With EFrom Prison to Purpose, How Da’Laine Simpson Built Bro2Go and Changed LivesAfter serving 90 days in Dauphin County Prison and losing his mother shortly after, Da’Laine Simpson turned grief into purpose. In this episode, Erica Rawls talks with the founder of Bro2Go to talk about resilience, leadership, and creating space for healing.Da’Laine shares how he rebuilt his life, launched a nonprofit, and now supports individuals returning from incarceration across Central PA. From navigating grief to creating long-term impact, this conversation is a masterclass in leading with intention.Guest Info:🌐 Website: Bro2Go.org📸 Instagram: @officialdalainesimpson2025-04-0843 minCoffee With ECoffee With EDon’t Waste the Dream: Legal & Mindset Shifts Every New Entrepreneur NeedsIf you’ve been sitting on a business idea but haven’t taken the leap, this episode is for you. Erica Rawls sits down with Attorney Jenny Chavis to break down how to legally and mentally prepare for entrepreneurship. From deciding on the right business entity to navigating imposter syndrome, Jenny shares real stories and advice that will leave you feeling empowered to finally take action.You’ll also hear how Jenny transitioned from a 13-year legal career into starting her own law firm, and what she’s learned from helping women and former clients launch businesses that cha...2025-04-0148 minCoffee With ECoffee With EI Thought I Knew My Worth… Until I Learned the DifferenceErica Rawls sits down with Dr. Taylor Bryant, a forensic psychologist, to talk about the difference between self-worth and self-value, and why it matters. They talk about how trauma affects confidence, why people settle, and how to set boundaries that protect your peace. Whether you’re a high achiever or just trying to find yourself, this conversation is for you.Dr. Taylor Bryan Socials:IG: @dr_taylorbryantWeb: https://www.empressevolve.com/🎙️ Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Amazon Music! ✨ Follow us on social media for more inspiration and insig...2025-03-2539 minCoffee With ECoffee With EFinancial Freedom Starts Here: Wealth-Building Tips for 2025Are you tired of living paycheck to paycheck or wondering how to start building real wealth? In this episode of Coffee with E, I’m sharing the mindset shifts and strategies that helped me get out of debt and take control of my financial future. We’ll talk about why delaying gratification matters, how to boost your credit score, and how small changes can lead to big financial wins. If homeownership, investing, or financial stability are your goals, this episode is for you.Follow Coffee with E on YouTube and Instagram for more real talk on wealth-building, succ...2025-03-1813 minCoffee With ECoffee With EHiring Smart: Finding the Right Team & Avoiding Common MistakesHiring the right team members is one of the biggest challenges for business owners and leaders, but getting it wrong can cost you time, money, and energy. In this episode, Erica Rawls shares key lessons from her entrepreneurial journey, including:-The biggest hiring mistakes business owners make-How to find motivated and aligned team members-Why mentorship is crucial to fast-tracking your success-The role of systems like EOS & Career Visioning in smart hiring🎧 Listen now on...2025-03-1213 minCoffee With ECoffee With EHiring Smart: Finding the Right Team & Avoiding Common MistakesHiring the right team members is one of the biggest challenges for business owners and leaders, but getting it wrong can cost you time, money, and energy. In this episode, Erica Rawls shares key lessons from her entrepreneurial journey, including:-The biggest hiring mistakes business owners make-How to find motivated and aligned team members -Why mentorship is crucial to fast-tracking your success -The role of systems like EOS & Career Visioning in smart hiring🎧 Listen now on...2025-03-1214 minCoffee With ECoffee With EWait, He Quit His Rock Band? Ben Guiles Explains It AllJoin us on “Coffee with E” as we sit down with Ben Guiles, who shares why he walked away from his rock star life in Small Town Titans. He talks about going viral with their “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” cover, how sports shaped his mindset, and what it means to choose family over fame. This honest chat is all about chasing dreams, facing big decisions, and never losing sight of what matters most.Tune in on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, or Amazon Music.If you enjoy real stories about motivation, and person...2025-03-0423 minCoffee With ECoffee With EThe Entrepreneur's Blueprint for SuccessIn this insightful episode, we sit down with Steven King, an expert in Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), to break down how businesses can achieve clarity, accountability, and long-term success. Stephen shares his expertise on how EOS helps businesses—whether at a breaking point or thriving—to get unstuck and reach their full potential.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ What EOS is and how it works – A simple yet powerful framework for scaling and organizing businesses.✅ Why companies struggle with growth – The common challenges businesses f...2025-02-2546 minCoffee With ECoffee With EWomen in Leadership: Insights from an 'Exactly What To Say' Certified Guide, Andrea Ferry-DanielsWelcome to another episode of Coffee with E! Today, I’m talking with Andrea Daniels, a leadership coach who shows us how to grow our businesses, guide our teams, and stay true to who we are. We cover:Setting Boundaries: Why it matters and how to do it without being seen as “too tough.”Handling Conflict: How to respond instead of react and hold space for real conversations.Building Self-Awareness: Simple questions you can ask yourself to become a stronger leader.Effective Communication: Tips on asking better questions, cold c...2025-02-1854 minCoffee With ECoffee With ELead with Heart: Marcia Perry Dix Shares How to Build a Great Business and CommunityWelcome to Coffee with E., the podcast where ambitious women and leaders come to learn, grow, and lead with heart. In this episode, host Erica sits down with Marcia Perry Dix, a PR and marketing expert with a rich history from her early radio days to becoming a respected voice in business, to share her journey and offer simple, actionable advice for building a strong, authentic brand.In This Episode, You Will Learn:How Marcia transformed her early career into a powerhouse in public relationsEasy tips for balancing work, life, and leadership...2025-02-1142 minCoffee With ECoffee With EEmbracing Change: My Journey from Athlete to Empowering Leader and MotherWhat if stepping away from societal expectations is the key to uncovering your authentic self? In this powerful episode, Erica Rawls shares her inspiring journey of resilience, self-discovery, and redefining success on her terms.From making the tough decision to leave a Division One basketball scholarship to navigating life beyond college, Erica reveals how pivotal moments shaped her values and purpose. She opens up about overcoming self-worth challenges in an unfulfilling relationship and finding fulfillment by empowering others.Through stories of family, ambition, and personal growth, Erica highlights how the achievements of her children—a We...2024-12-2811 minCoffee With ECoffee With EBreaking Free from Comparison: How to Set Boundaries and Find ConfidenceAre you tired of feeling like you’re falling behind in life? In this episode of Keeping It Real, host Erica Rawls sits down with Racquelle Perry and Brooke Anderson to discuss practical ways to stop comparing yourself to others and focus on your own path. They share heartfelt stories about navigating societal expectations, dealing with social media pressures, and learning to set boundaries that protect their peace.Brooke opens up about choosing a non-traditional career path, while Racquelle reflects on the challenges of balancing ambition with self-acceptance. Both provide actionable strategies for stepping back, reevaluating your goa...2024-11-2947 minCoffee With ECoffee With EFacing Fear: How I Found My Purpose (No Guests, Just Real Talk!)Have you ever felt like you're living someone else's dream, caught in the loop of societal expectations? I once pursued a career in basketball and later accounting, driven by external pressures and the allure of financial security. However, these paths left me unfulfilled. Through moments of introspection and various roles, I discovered a passion for real estate investment—a field where I could truly empower others and align with my values. Join me as I share this personal journey of self-discovery and encourage you to uncover your unique purpose, emphasizing that it's more than just a job; it's a li...2024-11-2216 minCoffee With ECoffee With EPlanning for Tomorrow: Navigating Grief and Legacy with Estate PlanningHave you ever faced the daunting "business of death" and wished there was a roadmap to navigate it? Join us as Brandy Davenport opens up about her personal journey through loss and the unexpected challenges of managing her father's estate. Alongside attorney Jenny Chavis, we break down the myths of estate planning and discuss why having a plan can be the greatest gift you leave your loved ones.Our conversation takes a heartfelt turn as we reflect on the profound bond of grief and how it intertwines with the practicalities of estate planning. Through personal stories, we...2024-11-0849 minCoffee With ECoffee With EOvercoming the Stigma: Understanding Postpartum Mental HealthWhat if the joy of motherhood isn't as instantaneous as society expects it to be? In our latest episode, we sit down with Dr. Taylor Bryant, a trauma recovery coach specializing in maternal mental health, to tackle the hard-hitting realities of postpartum depression and rage. We challenge the unrealistic portrayals of motherhood, uncovering the intense emotions and struggles that often go undiscussed. Through personal stories and expert insights, we shed light on the stigma that keeps many mothers silent and encourage the open conversations necessary for healing.Listeners will uncover the significance of recognizing postpartum depression symptoms...2024-11-0140 min