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Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Embracing Life After 60: From Family Home to Final HomeIn this episode of the Embracing Life After 60 series of the show, Join Jacqueline Morgan, a trailblazer in business success and a passionate mentor, as she opens up about her personal journey as a caregiver and the profound lessons she’s learned along the way. Balancing her roles as a mentor, entrepreneur, and caregiver, Jacqueline shares how these experiences have shaped her perspective on resilience, empathy, and the importance of self-care.Tune in to hear her candid reflections, practical advice for caregivers, and inspiring insights on finding strength in challenging times. Whether you're a caregiver yourself or se...2025-01-1939 min
Crushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastWild About Conservation with Alexandra RowlandIn this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of zookeeping and wildlife conservation with Alexandra Rowland, Assistant Curator of Birds at the Virginia Zoo, wife, mother of four, and lifelong animal advocate. Inspired by childhood heroes like Jungle Jack Hanna and Captain Planet, Alexandra shares how her early passion for wildlife shaped her journey into the world of animal care and conservation.From volunteering at a local animal shelter as a teen to working with majestic birds of prey at the Carolina Raptor Center, Alexandra’s path has been anything but ordinary. Now, as Assistant Curator at...2024-12-0347 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Embracing Life After 60: Serving Seniors Through Reverse Mortgages with Michael PankowIn this episode of the Embracing Life After 60 series of the show, I speak with Michael Pankow, a seasoned mortgage executive with over 20 years of experience in the industry and the CEO of Veterans Mortgage of America. Michael not only brings a wealth of knowledge in reverse mortgages but also an impressive military background, having served as both a noncommissioned and commissioned officer in the US Army. He has been an advocate for veterans, seniors, and active-duty service members throughout his career.In this conversation, Michael will explain how reverse mortgages work, debunking common myths and highlighting...2024-11-2446 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Embracing Life After 60: The Cindy Show with Cindy Hendricks and Cindy BladlIn this episode of the Embracing Life After 60 series of the show, I'm joined by not one, but two inspiring fitness enthusiasts: Cindy Hendricks and Cindy Bladl — two women redefining what it means to stay active at any stage of life.Cindy Hendricks, a wife and mom of two, has made fitness a lifelong habit. After years of dedication, she turned her passion into a career as a personal trainer four years ago. Cindy Bladl, a retired Elementary Physical Educator who embraced her new chapter as a personal trainer and senior fitness specialist. Together, they’re proof that...2024-11-1937 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Embracing Life After 60: Get a Plan Together with Lori WilliamsIn this episode of the Embracing Life After 60 series of the show, I speak with Lori Williams, owner and founder of Lori Williams Senior Services, LLC, an award-winning senior placement service based in Dallas. With over 18 years in the senior care industry, Lori brings a wealth of experience, passion, and a personal touch to her work, which all began when her grandmother was diagnosed with dementia. She’s not only a Certified Senior Advisor and Certified Dementia Practitioner but also a new author with her book, Surrounded by Love: One Family’s Journey Through Stroke Recovery.Lori shar...2024-11-1254 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Embracing Life After 60: Less Stress and More Success with Cathi CoridanIn this episode of the Embracing Life After 60 series of the show, I speak with Cathi Coridan, a second-generation REALTOR® with a passion for helping seniors navigate one of life’s biggest transitions: buying or selling real estate. Drawing from her own journey of building a successful seniors-focused real estate business, Cathi shares insights into her “Your Transition Partner” model, which she now uses to train and coach real estate agents across the U.S. and Canada. Her focus is on serving seniors with a blend of “excellence and empathy.”With a background in adult education, Cathi has a knack...2024-10-2840 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Revolutionizing First-Time Homeownership with Frank RohdeIn this episode, I talk with Frank Rohde, founder of Ownify, a groundbreaking platform reshaping the future of homeownership. Frank shares how Ownify is making homeownership achievable for the next generation by offering a unique fractional ownership model. By partnering socially conscious investors with first-time homebuyers, Ownify allows them to invest in a home "brick by brick," without the burden of traditional debt.Listen in as Frank discusses the vision behind Ownify, the collective benefits of building equity, and how this innovative approach is creating long-term stability for individuals and communities alike. Whether you're a first-time buyer...2024-09-1840 min
Crushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastThoughts Drive All Results with Tony CaliendoIn this episode, I sit down with Tony Caliendo, founding partner and Master Coach at reTHINK Coaching. Tony's passion for helping entrepreneurs and professionals excel in business and life shines through as he discusses the importance of clarity—not just in setting goals but in defining the activities that lead to success.Tony shares his journey from coaching real estate agents to helping sales professionals and entrepreneurs across industries achieve meaningful breakthroughs. With a blend of mindset mastery and business strategy, Tony has transformed the careers of countless clients.Tune in to hear how surrendering to...2024-09-0338 min
Crushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastEmpowering Solo Travel: The HerHouse Journey with Tess MillhollonIn this episode, I speak with Tess Millhollon, an inspiring author and tech entrepreneur who created HerHouse—a revolutionary app that connects solo-traveling women with safe, background-checked female hosts. Tess shares her passion for empowering women to explore the world with confidence and highlights how hosting through HerHouse has enriched the lives of hosts, encouraging them to discover the beauty of their own backyards. They also delve into the unique offerings of HerHouse, including home sitting and home swapping.As a new mother and wife to a first responder, Tess balances her entrepreneurial journey with family life, fi...2024-08-2739 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60The Senior Living ExperienceIn this episode, I talk about the senior living transitions. In the fall of 2023, my mother, in her late 80s, lost her ability to walk, and we had a lot to figure out for her in a short amount of time. A lot of emotions were felt, and I wanted to share our experiences in the hopes of potentially helping someone else who may be going through a similar situation, either as the adult child or as the aging senior.Take a listen to the episode to hear more about my story, and feel free to check...2024-08-1818 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Atlanta / Auburn with Donna Brewer: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Donna Brewer, an expert in real estate based in with a fascinating journey. After spending over 20 years in the insurance industry and taking an eight-year break as a devoted Mimi, Donna made a career shift into real estate at the age of 58. Having lived in Forsyth County since 1993, she’s intimately familiar with the area and has personally bought and sold many homes.Donna has a special passion for working with first-time homebuyers and seniors making their final move, bringing her wealth of knowledge an...2024-08-1331 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Bayside with Erica Rose Siegel: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Erica Rose Siegel, who is based in Bayside, New York. Erica is a passionate real estate professional with over 16 years under her belt; she is dedicated to transforming her clients into the most educated buyers, sellers, and investors. Erica is renowned for her genuine understanding of her clients' needs, customizing plans to meet specific goals and timelines. Her impeccable negotiating skills ensure the best prices, terms, and conditions in today's market.Erica's remarkable ability to listen, her creative marketing expertise, and her relentless yet...2024-07-2248 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Lakeland with Kelly Fain: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Kelly Fain, who is based in Lakeland, Florida. She is a dedicated real estate professional with 10 years of experience. A proud resident of Lakeland, FL, Kelly's journey began at Southeastern University, where she met her husband. Drawn by Lakeland's welcoming community, they chose it as the perfect place to raise their four children and two dogs.Kelly's passion for real estate is evident in her commitment to matching the right buyers with the right sellers. She understands the many qualities that transform a house...2024-07-0727 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Durham/Chapel Hill with Masha Halpern: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Masha Halpern, who is based in Chapel Hill/Durham, NC. Masha is a dedicated real estate broker with over 30 years of experience in the Durham/Chapel Hill area. Masha, a proud Carolina Friends School and UNC-Chapel Hill alum, has deep roots in her community, which she lovingly calls her home since 1975.Masha's degree in Broadcast Journalism uniquely equips her to serve her clients with exceptional communication and marketing skills. Living in Chapel Hill with her husband, cats, and a (spoiled) Cocker Spaniel, Masha embraces...2024-06-2325 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Northeast Florida with Trudy Padilla: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Trudy Padilla, who is based in St Augustine, Florida. Trudy is a seasoned real estate professional with over 30 years of experience, specializing in representing both buyers and sellers in the Northeast Florida market. With a background in mortgage lending and extensive knowledge of the local real estate market, Trudy is a trusted advisor to clients. Her experience in mortgage lending gives her a unique perspective on the home buying process, and she is known for her hard work, attention to detail, and commitment to...2024-05-0740 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Rhode Island with Melanie Ruiz: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Melanie Ruiz, who is based in Rhode Island. Melanie is a future coffeeshop owner building a real estate business to help fund a life creating connections and community. Being a single mom of twins with a remote corporate job offered a lot of opportunity to find fun ways to work and raise kids on a tight budget. Coffeeshops provided a fun way to get the kids out of the house, with small, yummy snacks and fun crafts while Melanie could get some work done...2024-04-3027 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Austin with Allison Pflaum: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Allison Pflaum, who is based in the Austin area. Originally from Florida, Allison now lives in Kyle, just south of Austin, TX. She's a proud mother of two sons and a former teacher turned real estate entrepreneur. With over a decade of experience, she's bought and sold over 10 homes and owns 15 rental properties. Passionate about real estate, she helps people build wealth through homeownership.With over 10 years of sales and marketing expertise, Allison specializes in various aspects of real estate in the greater Austin...2024-04-1522 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Milwaukee with Chris Ruszkiewicz: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Chris Ruszkiewicz, who is based in the Milwaukee area. Chris began her professional journey in 1994 when she obtained her first license and delved into the realm of new construction consultancy for a custom builder. Transitioning to residential real estate sales in 1996, she discovered her passion and obtained her broker's license the same year. Over the years, Chris has contributed her expertise to various brokerages before co-founding Keller Williams Realty Milwaukee Southwest as one of the original investors, a venture she takes great pride in. ...2024-03-3130 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to North Atlanta with Mary Ellen Vanaken: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Mary Ellen Vanaken, who is based in the North Atlanta area. Mary Ellen is a seasoned real estate professional originally from Long Island, New York, with a background in finance from her time on Wall Street with JP Morgan. Over the past 25+ years, she has called Alpharetta, Georgia home, where she resides with her husband and daughter. Mary Ellen's passion for international travel and business has led her to explore various cultures around the world. With her outgoing personality and aggressive marketing approach, she...2024-03-2739 min
Crushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastKnow Your Senior Living Options with Kimberly TruaxIn this episode, I speak with Kimberly Truax, founder of Bellaire Residential Assisted Living and Memory Care. Kimberly discovered her passion for senior care 30 years ago as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). With over 14 years of experience in various roles, including Assistant Administrator, Administrator, and Executive Director for Assisted Living communities, she founded Kind Companions 23 years ago and Bellaire Residential Assisted Living and Memory Care. Kimberly holds certifications as a state Certified Assisted Living Manager (CALM), a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), and a Vibrational Sound Practitioner (VSP), promoting holistic healing. Before Bellaire, she established Kind Companions, a renowned home...2024-03-1752 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Charlotte with Byron Mims: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Byron Mims, who is based in the Charlotte, North Carolina area. Byron is a licensed Realtor in both North and South Carolina and has called the Charlotte area home for over a decade. Originally from Texas, he developed a deep affection for his current hometown of Charlotte. The decision to relocate in 2011, after a lifetime in Texas, was a pivotal one for Byron and his family.As a Realtor, Byron prioritizes people, striving to cultivate trusting and enduring relationships that enable him to better...2024-03-1726 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Pittsburgh with Jordana Zober Cutitta: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Jordana Zober Cutitta, who is based in Pittsburgh, PA. Jordana is a highly experienced real estate professional with nearly 20 years of expertise in guiding clients through the significant financial decisions of buying and selling property. Her lifelong connection to the city and extensive experience in various communities give her a unique advantage in the local market.She holds a multitude of prestigious real estate designations, including Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS), Certified Staging Expert (CSE), and Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE), among others. Since 2005, Jordana...2024-03-1735 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Central Florida with Brittany Sacco: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Brittany Sacco, who is based in the central Florida area, from Lakeland to Champions Gate and beyond. "Finding the 'Florida Dream' one home at a time" is Brittany's ultimate goal. When she moved from Michigan to Florida back in 2013, she came packed with enthusiasm and the energy to accomplish anything she put her mind to. Along with being a wife and a middle momma to a beautiful, differently abled daughter, Brittany is a Disney enthusiast and feels that, as Walt Disney said, "If you can dream...2024-03-0431 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Southwest Boston with Marilyn Burke: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Marilyn Burke, who is based in the Boston area, but is also licensed in Rhode Island. She has been in the Real Estate game for 20 years, and but also has history as a teacher by degree and a weight loss coach. She had her own weight loss clinic franchise when she found her way into Real Estate. A couple clients of hers, a husband-and-wife Realtor team, invited her to run their company. At first, she declined, but eventually she realized she had hit the ceiling with...2024-02-2641 min
Crushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastCountdown to Totality with Eric OlsonIn this episode, I speak with Eric Olson, self-proclaimed nerd. Eric is the owner and founder of PedalPub St. Pete, North America's original party bike. PedalPub St. Pete is a fun, eco-friendly way for groups to get some light exercise and fresh air while touring though the murals of St. Pete. If you're looking for a bar-hopping mural tour party in Tampa Bay, it is the PedalPub!Outside of PedalPub, Eric is a nerd on all things astronomy and map related, but don't just take our word for it! He's here to educate us on the upcoming...2024-02-1931 min
Crushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastNavigating the Senior Living Experience with Karyl ThomasIn this episode, I speak with Karyl Thomas of Lori Williams - Senior Services about navigating the senior living experience. Karyl has over 30 years' experience in senior living and healthcare combined with pharmaceutical sales and hospice. Karyl has a profound passion for supporting seniors; a passion that has guided her career journey. When asked about what fuels her passion for senior care community, Karyl says that her grandma Doris was her matron of honor at her wedding at age 93. Her gift of health, way outside the bell curve for those her grandmother's age, gave Karyl the passion to help...2024-02-0439 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60From Dallas to Chicago with Anne Rosen: the Agent-to-Agent SeriesIn this episode of the Agent-to-Agent segment of the show, I speak with Anne Rosen, who is based in downtown Chicago. Anne's journey into real estate began during the time that many view as the worst economic time in recent memory, and she was able to defy the rest of the industry's pessimism, as she didn't have any experiences to compare it with. Before becoming a realtor, she was in the hospitality industry, working for Marriott International in three different cities in the Midwest. The background that comes with working at the actual hotels mirror what being a...2024-02-0427 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Making Your Home Your Greatest Asset with Christian JohnsonIn this episode, I'm back with Christian Johnson of Guaranteed Rate, and this time we're talking about the greatest financial asset you probably own: your home. In the past, we've talked about mortgage rates, but those change weekly, so we decided to do something different this time. This time we're talking about what goes on in the finance industry and how your house can be more than just a shelter: it can be your greatest asset. Christian has been in the mortgage business for 25 years, so he has plenty of experience in listening to customers' needs and...2024-01-2233 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastBlow Up Your Life with Rhonda HeadleyIn this episode, I speak with Rhonda Headley about how she blew up her life for the better. Rhonda is an environmental graphic designer and a signage expert. Her background in construction, sculpture, and graphic design adds unique qualifications and expertise to her design work. She has spent her life examining and redesigning the built environment around her. Born and raised in Raton, NM, Rhonda always wanted to design and build things. Her fondest memories are of spending time with her dad in the backyard, learning to weld and make things. She earned her BFA in Graphic...2023-12-1133 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastMedicare Isn't Dreadful with Anthony WrightIn this episode, I speak with Anthony Wright, founder of Safe Hands Insurance, a Christian-based independent insurance brokerage company. Anthony is a Dallas-native and graduated from Northwood University. He started Safe Hands Insurance in 2012 with a vision of doing insurance differently based on a motto of helping you be a good steward of all your blessings. He is a highly respected resource on Medicare, individual healthcare, life insurance, and group health insurance. With over 10 years of experience in the industry, he shares his knowledge and expertise in speaking engagements throughout Texas. Anthony believes in servant-leadership, and he a...2023-11-1534 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastMarketing is Just Advertising, Right? Wrong. with Julia KramerIn this episode, I'm back with Julia Kramer, owner and proprietor of JFK Marketing, about all things marketing. She has over 15 years of experience in marketing, with a focus on product marketing, brand management, and content creation. Julia has achieved triple-digit growth for multiple companies across a diverse portfolio of businesses. Her track record of delivering exceptional business impact is accomplished by understanding and clearly communicating the true value of technical and complex products.Julia was named one of the Top Ten Business Women in 2015 by ABWA and is an active speaker, helping businesses learn how to c...2023-10-0243 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Cover Your Assets with Lorie BurchIn this episode, I'm back with season 1 guest star Lorie Burch, estate and probate attorney, and we talk about what happens to what happens to your assets when you pass away. Lorie owns a Dallas Law Firm that primarily deals with estate planning, which includes wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and probate. Burch Law has been awarded, three years in a row, as one of the 500 fastest growing small law firms in the country, which is a testament to their team and how they've been able to help more families and individuals with this vital planning. In 2023, Lorie was...2023-08-2844 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastFeeding Faith with Kristen CrispIn this episode, I speak with Kristen Crisp about Feeding Faith, her non-profit Christian humanitarian mission in Guatemala. Feeding Faith is a Christian humanitarian organization that is focused on increasing the peace, energy, and faith in Jesus Christ through healing, feeding, building, moving, and caring for those in need both domestically and internationally. A long-time retail manger and visual designer, Kristen spent more than 30+ years in these fields before making a gradual switch to the wellness industry in 2008. She has a strong passion for helping and healing those who are struggling to heal themselves. She has worked...2023-08-2050 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastThe Power of Music with John ChesterIn this episode, I'm back with Season 1 guest John Chester, and again we talk about the power of music and having a positive playlist. Ever wish you could somehow use all that music knowledge you’ve got in your head to somehow help the issues within your head? John believes this is a real possibility. The power of music is well known to those of us who love it and know of its quality to adapt our emotions for good or harm.Listening to music for entertainment is normal, listening for motivation is productive, listening to enable a...2023-08-1547 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastWomenSpeak with Marilyn GordonIn this episode, I speak with Marilyn Gordon about WomenSpeak. WomenSpeak is a combination of negative patterns and other verbal and non-verbal communication that are unique to women when communicating to their friends, families, and business colleagues, especially their male colleagues and clients. It can, however, occur in all types of communication situations such as work, social engagement activities, & classrooms. Marilyn is the president and founder of Mediatude LLC, a communications coaching company. Her expertise is media and business presentation skills coaching, as well as brand marketing. She also specializes in other communication-tailored classes, seminars, and workshops f...2023-07-231h 19Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Navigating Real Estate Investments with Sean ThomsonIn this episode, I speak with Sean Thomson, managing member of Thomson Multifamily Group and Bridge Asset Management, about investing in real estate properties, both single-family and multi-family. Over the last decade, Sean has been perfecting the processes of scouting, acquiring, and investing in real estate. He considers the health of his investors, financially and personally, to be one of the most rewarding parts of pursuing financial freedom. He has built a couple companies that not only do the investing, but also the managing of those investments."There's opportunities out there to invest in something other than...2023-07-0936 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastEmpowerment Over Money with Lisa Marie RobinsonIn this episode, I'm back with Lisa Marie Robinson, The Sassy Wealth Coach, about empowerment over money. Lisa has over 20 years of experience in accounting - helping women manage their money with confidence to feel empowered. After surviving a tumultuous childhood filled with addiction, theft, and violence, she made it her mission to help women break free from poverty, struggle, and pain. She teaches her clients how to take control of their finances and make mindful decisions that will full their growth and prosperity. In the week prior to recording this episode, her car was vandalized. "Life h...2023-07-0945 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastHelping Children Overcome Homelessness with Greg BrinkleyIn this episode, I speak with Greg Brinkley with Vogel Alcove about the organization's missions to help Dallas's youngest homeless population and their families overcome the lasting and traumatic effects of homelessness. Greg is Chief Development Officer for Vogel Alcove, an author, and public speaker. He is passionate about fitness, music, personal development, traveling, and his faith in Jesus Christ. Greg aspires to live life with the purpose to inspire individuals to pursue their dreams and accomplish their goals.Vogel Alcove is a childcare and development facility that serves children and families affected by homelessness. They partner...2023-06-0442 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Home Inspections 101 with Ken DugganIn this episode, I'm back with Ken Duggan of Pillar to Post about the Home Inspection process. Ken purchased the franchise back in 2017. Within the time frame he’s owned the franchise, it’s been listed as part of the top 25 franchisees from over 500 franchisees in Canada and the US. With three inspectors on their team covering the entire DFW area, they’ve completed over 5000 inspections.We talk about what is and is not included in a home inspection. A home inspection is so important when buying a home, as it tells the buyer the condition of the ho...2023-05-2833 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastA Woman of Many Hats with Zay MixonIn this episode, I speak with Zay Mixon. Zay is a wife of 15 years, mom of 3, and a millennial. She's a licensed real estate agent, licensed Life Agent, a Notary Public, an author, holds a motorcycle license, holds a CDL license, done some trucking, holds a gun license, and is passionate about living a life on purpose. She grew up poor, on food stamps, with a single mother, so her contribution to the community was birthed from her past."Fear is false evidence appearing real. That's what Les Brown said. 'Why are we afraid?' That's the...2023-05-1440 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastThe Importance of Women's Business Organizations with Dr. Kella PriceIn this episode, I'm back with Dr. Kella Price, and this time we talk about ABWA and women's business organizations in general. Kella and I are both members of the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA); Kella has been a member even longer than I have. She is currently the District II Vice President for ABWA.ABWA is not only a business organization, but a great place to meet new friends and to become part of a community. Kella tells us how helpful and supportive and welcoming different Chapters were when she and her husband were relocated fo...2023-05-0746 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Making Insurance Sexy with Todd CampbellIn this episode, I speak with Todd Campbell, whose Farmers Insurance Agency is serving 99% of people that come in with 99% of their business and personal insurance needs. He opened that agency in 2009, where he serves the entire state of Texas. He and his team have grown the agency primarily through referrals focused on the Real Estate market. Many people talk to their insurance agent like they would talk to a car salesman, shopping by price, without understanding what the real costs are. There’s no way to reduce the price of insurance without reducing the protections. It’s imp...2023-05-0727 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastChange Your Relationship with Money with Sarah ElledgeIn this episode, I speak with Sarah Elledge about budgeting: the power of zero-based budgeting, how to align your budget with your values, and how to be confident in your spending plan. Sarah is a solopreneur, budget expert, Certified YNAB Coach, course creator, and mama to a now full-grown 18-year-old. Budgeting is simply the habits of how you manage your money. Everyone has a budget style - even if you don't think you do. We form deeply rooted beliefs about money as early as age 5 which can affect how we make decisions all the way through our...2023-04-3037 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastWe Are One Heart with Pat NixonIn this episode, I speak with Pat T. Nixon about our senior community and creating a better life plan for our loved ones as they age. Pat is the president, and CEO of We Are One Heart Foundation, Inc, a 501c3 nonprofit organization specializing in long-term care management for seniors as well as senior housing. Pat earned an Associate Degree in Nursing from South Suburban College, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Indiana Wesleyan. To support her natural entrepreneurial spirit and sales talent, Pat completed her Master’s Degree in Business Administration at Olivet Nazarene University. As a Re...2023-04-2334 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastGet More Women Riding with Lisa UrangaIn this episode, I speak with Lisa Uranga, of Dirt Side Sisters and Dynamic Bike Fit, about mountain biking. Lisa has been a health and fitness professional since 2007. She has serviced over 8,000 personal training sessions and has obtained certifications through the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Performance Enhancement Specialist, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Fitness Nutrition Specialist. Lisa and her husband Carlos began mountain biking together in 2009. A few short months into their new cycling journey they began racing and were immediately hooked. Since then, she has won over 75 bike races, 5 Texas State Championships, is a certified mountain...2023-04-161h 09Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Overcoming the Fears of Buying a House with Mylo DravenIn this episode, I'm back with Mylo Draven of VIP Mortgage to talk about what's going on in the finance world. Mylo is an author, speaker, and an Award-Winning Loan Officer. He doesn't pull any punches when working with his borrowers; he wants to make sure every client knows what the lending process entails and requires. His greatest pride is a successful transaction where the new homeowner is happy. "It just starts with a thought: 'I want to buy a home.' The next thought should NOT be, 'ugh but my credit is horrible' or 'oh I do...2023-04-1646 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastAll About the Dogs with Juliette JonesIn this episode, I speak with Juliette Jones about how dogs and their humans can learn to live in a more harmonious and cohesive environment. Juliette is a dog-trainer and -lover. She is based in the DFW area but has online/virtual dog services and dog training throughout multiple time zones. In 2019 Juliette began her educational journey into all things "dog" by attending and graduating with distinction from Victoria Stilwell Academy and began working for her mentor in Georgia. in 2020 she moved to Fate, TX, where Inquiring Noses Dog Training LLC was born, which is a force-free...2023-04-1031 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Creative Credit Solutions with Justin MircheIn this episode, I speak with Justin Mirche about credit, credit scores, and mortgage scores. Justin is the founder and president of Creative Credit Solutions - "The Credit Restoration Experts." He has a vast background in finance and has been the go-to person for friends, clients, and colleagues for years to assist in solving a wide array of credit and finance challenges. His experience and dedication have truly transformed lives."A vast majority of Americans don't have a budget; they don't know what's going in and what's coming out, if they overspent for the month. They don't...2023-04-1037 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastTime and Money with Billie Anne GriggIn this episode, I speak with Billie Anne Grigg about money management and the similarities between money and time. Billie Anne currently works for Profit First Professionals and is still part-owner of Pocket Protector Bookkeping. Billie Anne has been a bookkeeper since before the turn of the century (this one, despite what her knees seem to think). She is a Mastery Level Certified Profit First Professional and the Lead Technical Guide (coach) for the Profit First Professionals organization. She is also a frequent contributor for NerdWallet, AccountingWeb, and other industry publications. Billie Anne started Pocket Protector Bookkeeping...2023-03-2638 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastGet You in Shape with Brad LinderIn this episode, I speak with Brad Linder about fitness and overall health. Brad has been a transformation coach making a life-changing impact on thousands of lives since 1998. He is the founder of Get You In Shape, based in Coppell, Texas. Get You In Shape is an in-person fitness and online coaching program that focuses on peoples’ own ability to make change in their lives. Brad Linder and his company, Get You In Shape Fitness, was named as one of the top personal training companies in Texas” on The Doctors TV Show. Get You In Shape also does Corporate Well...2023-03-1240 min
Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Alesia Dutton: The Reverse Mortgage LadyIn this episode, I'm back with Season 1 guest: Alesia Dutton, the Reverse Mortgage Lady. Alesia was recruited into the Reverse Mortgage Industry in 2013. Her relationships with local bankers and financial advisors made for a perfect transition into Reverse Mortgage. She was hired to do Reverse and Reverse only. To this day she is still hyper-focused on this market.Alesia has been on the Board of NAIFA New Mexico and Dallas (National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors). This position allows her access to up-to-date information on government changes that can affect retirement and asset growth. ...2023-03-1238 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastYoung Entrepreneur Success Story with Ashley RucksIn this episode, I speak with Ashley Rucks about being an entrepreneur at 22 years old without funding from a loan. Ashley is the proprietor of Prickly Boba in Waxahachie, TX. She worked the "typical" jobs growing up and decided fairly early on that she didn't want to work for someone else. This drove her to go into business for herself. She's slowly letting herself to let go a little more of being in complete control and allowing her employees to work more on their own without her around.Her business started in with a camper she found...2023-03-0529 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60New Construction in the Spring Market with Megan ReevesIn this episode, I'm back with Megan Reeves of Pacesetter Homes, talking about new construction just in time for the spring market. We've seen lots of changes in the housing market, at least in DFW (and probably most other places as well), within the last six months, and Megan is going to give us the lowdown on the new construction market today.Megan grew up in Real Estate but started working in new home construction in 2014. She's worked for a handful of different builders but has been working for Pacesetter Homes since mid-2020 and can't say enough...2023-03-0534 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastBook Review of "The Other Side of the Gun" by Susan SnowSeveral months ago I had the privilege of having Susan Snow on "The Crushing it With Your Tribe" podcast. At that time she was finishing up the publishing of her book, "The Other Side of the Gun. My Journey from Trauma to Resiliency".That book is out and can be purchased here: https://amzn.to/3StAUtgListen to the podcast here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2049220/11767722Free Buyer GuideFree Seller GuideFree 45 Ways to Sell Your Home Faster2023-02-2403 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastThe Power of a Positive Playlist with John ChesterIn this episode, I speak with John Chester about all the different ways music can affect you, your mood, and your life. John is a podcast host on the OBBM Network. Not only that, but he is also an author, speaker, and licensed music therapist. He hosts the “Power of Positive Playlists” podcast, where you can discover what you already have to get what you really want. Listening to music for entertainment is normal. Listening for motivation is productive. Listening to enable a bad habit is harmful. People have invested a lot of time looking to music to overcome the...2023-02-1930 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastInclusive Leadership with Yolanda JacksonIn this episode, I speak with Yolanda Jackson (Johnson) about the importance of marrying leadership with diversity, equity, and inclusion. Yolanda is the Founder and Executive Consultant of BeyondMeasure, LLC. She is described as a multi- dimensional, intrapreneurial leader having served the workforce for 30 years. Yolanda brings an astute understanding to workforce consulting through her experiences holding staff-, mid-, and senior-level positions within juvenile justice and nonprofit program development. Yolanda is a proud graduate of Bowie State University, one of the 10 oldest historically black college & universities in the country. She holds a Master’s Degree in Organizational Lea...2023-02-1241 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastDamsel in Defense with Alisa Griffin**Trigger Warning - this episode references abuse, human trafficking, and other situations that may not be suitable for all audiences. Listener discretion is advised**In this episode, I spoke with Alisa Griffin about personal safety, not only for women but men as well. Alisa was a native of Baltimore, MD. She graduated from Virginia State University with a B.S. in Public Administration. She enjoyed a 30+ year career with Blue Cross Blue Shield. Alisa was a 30-year member of the American Business Women's Association. She was named a Top Ten Business Woman in 2019. She was...2023-02-0549 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastDr. DJ: The Time Management DivaIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Deborah Johnson-Blake, best known as "Dr. DJ," about time management strategies. Dr. DJ is an award-winning entrepreneur, educator, motivational leader, corporate trainer, time management, and certified life coach who focuses her career on helping other business professionals succeed. She is the self-proclaimed Time Management Diva. As part of her service in the field, Dr. Johnson-Blake conducts an individual, eight-session time management coaching program. She also offers weekly time management tips every Tuesday on social media. The best-selling author of "52 Time Management HACKS (Hacking Actions to Conquer and Kick Time Setbacks)." D...2023-01-2935 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60What the Heck is Title Insurance with Mandy MossIn this episode, I speak with Mandy Moss about the ins and outs of Title insurance in the state of Texas. Mandy is a Vice President / Escrow Officer for Republic Title. She's been with Republic Title for almost 22 years and is starting her 9th year as a full-time Escrow Officer. She specializes in residential as well as condos and new developments.Title Insurance is an insurance policy that insures you have free and clear title and no one else can claim your property. It is a one-time cost that you pay at close when you purchase the...2023-01-2932 min
Crushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastForming a Healthy Mindset with Dr. Kella PriceIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Kella Price about all things health related. Kella has more than 20 years of experience in training, and an MS in Exercise Science and Wellness. Kella has published on various topics, including stress and mental wellness. Currently, she is in the process of publishing a wellness book. Kella speaks on topics such as: workplace wellness, weight loss, healthy lifestyle and balance, and exercise. Kella is a fitness and nutrition coach, with two nutrition certifications, an NASM Personal Trainer, ACE Group Fitness Instructor, and Speed and Conditioning Coach.She is a group...2023-01-2241 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Stay on Top of Your Roof with Grant AlexanderHost Robin McCoy talks to local DFW roofer Grant Alexander with Absolute Construction, a company which serves both residential and commercial clients. He specializes in residential and commercial roof inspections, navigating insurance claims, and product management. What he enjoys most about his business is the opportunity to create simple solutions for customers and to deliver top-notch service. Enjoy this informative and entertaining conversation and get a better understanding of your home.Who you're in business with matters! To get in contact with Grant, use any of the methods listed below._______________________________________Grant Alexander: Absolute...2023-01-2231 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastLet's Talk Money with Lisa Marie RobinsonIn this episode, I speak with Lisa Marie Robinson, The Sassy Wealth Coach, about how to take control of personal finances. Lisa Marie has over 20 years of experience in accounting, helping women confidently manage their money and feel empowered. After surviving a tumultuous childhood filled with addiction, theft, and violence, her mission is to help women break free from poverty, struggle, and pain. She teaches her clients how to take control of their finances and make mindful decisions that fuel growth and prosperity.When Lisa Marie started her business, she wanted to turn the financial pain and...2023-01-1548 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Each Lender is Different with Karla CorcoranIn this episode, I speak with Karla Corcoran about the different types of lenders, so when the need arises, you'll know who you can trust to work with. Karla has been a Residential Loan Officer since 1997. She is currently with Groves Captial, which is a Broker with over 160 lender relationships and who will shop on their client's behalf to find the perfect loan for one's personal situation. I feature a lot of lenders on my show because, along with the agent, we are the first two people you need to be speaking with when purchasing a home...2023-01-1530 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastThe CKRETFoundation with Char KlisaresTop Real Estate Producer and Author Char Klisares joins Host Robin McCoy to talk about the CKRETFoundation, a domestic violence nonprofit. After being on top of her game for 5 years, Char found herself on a date that turned into a dangerous relationship under 30 days. The following 60 days were a nightmare of being stalked and threatened, and went as far as a malicious criminal charge that brought out the media circus that eventually put her out of business. This story is so bizarre you will need to hear it twice! Eventually the charges were dropped, but the damage r...2023-01-0832 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Is Solar a Real Estate Upsale? with Mike FinneyHost Robin McCoy talks with Mike Finney with Neighborhood Solar to mesh out the pros & cons of residential solar energy. Is solar an advantage? Or is it a hindrance to the sale of your home? This conversation will open your eyes and give you a better idea of whether or not solar is for you. Mike started in the business after looking for his own solar options and since has become a trusted advisor to Realtors, offering brokerage services instead of representing one particular company. It's important to get the right fit for your needs and your home.2023-01-0831 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastTake the First Step with Latorie LloydIn this episode, I speak with my ABWA sister Latorie Lloyd about how she took her dream and built it into child development learning centers. Latorie is from South Carolina and is the owner and CEO of Aspire Early Learning Academy, LLC. She also extends her passion for helping families as a Realtor with AgentOwnedRealty. She is an adjunct professor with Trident Technical College, as well as the author of Aspire in Your Pursuit, and the co-author of The A2Z of Early Childhood Management. Latorie has her Master of Arts degree in Management Leadership, a Bachelor...2023-01-0139 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Neighborhood Solar Guru Mike FinneyIn this episode, I speak with Neighborhood Solar Guru Mike Finney about solar energy. Neighborhood Solar is the only true solar brokerage in Texas. They shop the entire solar market to make sure their customers make the best possible solar decision. They take an education approach with no stress, no pressure; they love partnering with other industries and giving other forms of revenue with little-to-no effort or investment.When Mike was looking for solar energy as a consumer, he saw the potential within the industry but realized just how unregulated it was and wanted to make a c...2023-01-0146 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Uptown Funding -- A Family Mortgage Brokerage with Steve and Dana HakesIn this episode I speak with Steve and Dana Hakes, the owners of Uptown Funding, a family-owned mortgage brokerage, which has been in business since 1999. Uptown can lend on 1-4 family properties all the way up to commercial properties, multifamily, office and retail centers. Steve is the CEO of Uptown Funding, and has served the mortgage industry as President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer of the Tarrant County Association of mortgage brokers.We talk about all thing mortgage-related here, from some tips when it comes to applying for a mortgage to how the rates have changed drastically...2022-12-2646 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastFollow the SignsFor this episode, I'm doing something a little different: I'm going to talk about a piece of My Camino story. In August 2019 where I walked a portion of the Camino de Santiago solo. One of the mental conversations I had with myself was this idea of "Following the Signs."Signs can come in all shapes and sizes, and are often right in front of us, we just have to look for them. Sometimes they're a little harder to follow. Sometimes we miss the signs all together and have to make the decision to quit or to turn...2022-12-2617 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastChristine Snyder's Woman-Owned BusinessesIn this episode, I speak with Christine Snyder about how she's founded not one, but two businesses: Snyder's Carpet Care and Women of Heart Investors.Snyder's Carpet Care specializes in professional carpet cleaning and tile and grout cleaning. In June 2022, Snyder’s celebrated 20 years of helping clients keep a healthy and happy home and is one of the top-rated companies in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.Women of Heart Investors is a Real Estate Investment and Consultant business. Through Women of Heart Investors, she invests in properties, remodels them, and sells them. What ch...2022-12-1831 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Megan Reeves with Pacesetter HomesIn this episode, I speak with Megan Reeves about new construction homes and the difference between a resell and a new build. Megan grew up in Real Estate, but started working in new home construction in 2014. She's worked for a handful of different builders, but has been working for Pacesetter Homes since mid-2020 and can't say enough great things about their management team and ethos. She actually lives in a Pacesetter Home with her husband and their 3 fur babies, and they absolutely love it there.In her downtime she loves to read, garden, hike, do yoga, craft...2022-12-1840 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Effortless Charm Staging with Nedra HinesIn this episode I talk with Nedra Hines with Effortless Charm Staging. She specializes in staging vacant homes in the Dallas / Fort Worth metroplex. Originally from a small town located just outside of Houston, Texas, she graduated from Sam Houston State University with a degree in Finance and has lived in the Dallas area for over 20 years. In addition to vacant home staging, she offers occupied consultations and paint color consultations. She previously served as the VP of Membership of the Real Estate Staging Association (RESA) Dallas Chapter and continues her membership with RESA National.She has...2022-12-1132 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastChoosing Gratitude with Mary CeccaneseIn this episode, I speak with Mary Ceccanese about creating positive environments in the workplace. Mary is the owner and principal consultant of Dynamic Connections LLC. Celebrating almost fifteen years of presenting interactive seminars and workshops to all levels of staff in both for-profit and non-profit organizations, she engages attendees with research-based practices applied to work-life scenarios.She has a BA in Human Resource Administration and recently retired from working at the University of Michigan for more than thirty years. In 2021, Mary published her first book for staff titled, YOU Can Create Positive Change at Work, and...2022-12-1139 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Julie Jones: the Home Warranty EducatorIn this episode, I speak with Julie Jones, Home Warranty Educator. Julie has been in the home warranty business since 2008 after spending 20+ years in the mortgage industry. She shares with us some of the knowledge and experiences she's accumulated during her time in the Real Estate-related world.Definition: home warranty is a residential service contract that provides money for mechanical failure within the home, such as appliances, HVAC system, electrical system, etc. Who you're in business with matters! To get in contact with Julie for any and all of your home warranty questions, take a...2022-12-0426 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastThe Real Robin McCoyHost Robin McCoy is the spotlight for this episode, interviewed by OBBM Network's Susan Hamilton, and they're talking about Robin's back story.Starting out in Minnesota, then moving to New Hampshire, Tennessee, and California - Robin ended up in Dallas. Social media helped her stay connected to her past relationships, and she became a master of connecting her 'tribe' to each other! Now she showcases the people she uses for her life in business every day through this podcast. What is Robin most proud of? After talking with her business coach, she realized she had...2022-12-0433 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastThe Other Side of the Gun with Susan SnowIn this episode, I speak with Susan Snow about her story. Susan is a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty, servicing the Denver Metro areas of Colorado. She is the daughter of slain LAPD Detective Thomas C Williams, who killed in the line of duty October 31, 1985 when she was 16 years old.The high-profile murder put her family in a spotlight no one asks for, traumatizing Susan and her family. After years of working through this trauma, sometimes more successful than others, Susan strives to help others. Susan's book, "The Other Side of the Gun" tells her s...2022-11-2748 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60This Agent is Free with a Policy with Todd CampbellIn this episode, I'm back with season 1 guest Todd Campbell. Todd has been in the insurance business since 2009 working with all types of insurance including auto, home, business, and more. He has built his team to 10 fully licensed agents to serve their clients. Todd and I discuss why insurance is important and what, as a consumer, you need to keep an eye out for. Often introduced to clients in a real estate transaction, they work to develop lifelong relationships. You'll want an agent in your corner when trying to decide if it's worth making a c...2022-11-2735 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastAdoption is Awesome! with Julia KramerIn this episode, I speak with Julia Kramer about her experience in fostering and adopting. Julia is a proud step-foster-adopt-bio-Mom who loves her kids any way they come to her. After being a stepmom and then having her first son, Julia and her husband knew they wanted to have another child; however, it wasn't a good idea for her to go through another pregnancy. That is when The Kramers looked to alternatives like becoming foster parents and eventually adoption. In April of 2021 the Kramers got their first foster placement and adopted their son in November 2021 (all while...2022-11-1946 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Homeownership is for Everyone with Mylo DravenIn this episode, I speak with Mylo Draven of VIP Mortgage. Mylo doesn't pull any punches when working with his borrowers. He wants to make sure every client knows what the lending process entails and requires. Mylo is fun-loving and passionate about what he does. His greatest pride is a successful transaction where the new homeowner is happy. "If you’re looking to buy or refinance a home, I’m here for you, whatever your dream looks like. My mission is to break down barriers so we can all get a delicious slice of the American Dream. We...2022-11-1951 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastPractice Makes Progress with Meredith MillerIn this episode, I speak with Meredith Miller, my ABWA sister and behind-the-scenes rockstar of ATTACK Basketball Academy. ATTACK Basketball Academy is an organization where they focus on developmental, personal training, and group skills rather than wins and losses on the court. These are skills that they can carry with these kids both on and off the court. Through speaking truth wrapped in compassion and being 100% authentic, Meredith creates a safe space for open dialogue that allows her clients to co-create their unique path to success. As someone who has constantly battled with feeling "less than" and...2022-11-1336 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60What Is Up With These Interest Rates with Christian JohnsonIn this episode, I talk with Christian Johnson of Guaranteed Rate* to explain how these increases and decreases in the mortgage interest rate can affect the home buying process. Inflation has caused interest rates to rise causing a big shift in the housing market across the nation.Christian Johnson is the Senior Vice President in Dallas Fort Worth with Guaranteed Rate. He has more than 20+ years of mortgage experience in listening to customers' needs and determining the right path for present and future financial success. Christian has assisted many families in calling a house their new home...2022-11-1333 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60All About Reverse Mortgages Today with Alesia DuttonIn this episode, I speak with Alesia Dutton about the ins and outs of reverse mortgages and reverse to-purchase mortgages. Alesia was recruited into the Reverse Mortgage Industry in 2013. Prior to 2013, she was the Development Director at the Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce. Her relationships with the local bankers and financial advisors made for a perfect transition into Reverse Mortgages. She was hired to do Reverse and Reverse only. To this day she is still hyper-focused on this market. She has dedicated her career to educating bankers, loan officers, financial advisors, and realtors about this program. She prides herself on...2022-11-0230 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Solar and Your Real Estate ValueMike Finney with Neighborhood Solar is back with Host Robin McCoy to educate us on the value of solar power on real estate today. First, let's understand how solar works, what it does, and what it doesn't do. It comes down to the math. Neighborhood Solar's business model helps Mike work through the details of the way money and energy works for each home and geolocation. Can you get ahead and store energy due to overproduction? What happens then? Talk with Mike!_______________________________________Mike Finney: Neighborhood-SolarFacebook: Neighborhood-SolarEmail: info@neighborhood-solar.comPhone: (940) 331...2022-11-0224 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Is Solar a Real Estate Upsale?Host Robin McCoy talks with Mike Finney with Neighborhood Solar to mesh out the pros & cons of residential solar energy. Is solar an advantage? Or is it a hindrance to the sale of your home? This conversation will open your eyes and give you a better idea of whether or not solar is for you. Mike started in the business after looking for his own solar options and since has become a trusted advisor to Realtors, offering brokerage services instead of representing one particular company. It's important to get the right fit for your needs and your home. 2022-11-0231 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Stay on Top of Your RoofHost Robin McCoy talks to local DFW roofer Grant Alexander, owner of Absolute Construction, and serving both residential and commercial clients. He specializes in residential and commercial roof inspections, navigating insurance claims, and product management. What he enjoys most about his business is the opportunity to create simple solutions for customers and to deliver top-notch service. Enjoy this informative and entertaining conversation and get a better understanding of your home. To work with Absolute Construction, go to www.absolutedfw.net, call 469-964-2764, or email grant@absoluteteam.net.Free Buyer Guide...2022-11-0231 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastCrushin' It with Meghan FifeMeet Meghan Fife, Team Leader and VP of Development for KW Urban Dallas, sharing success strategies for team leadership with Host Robin McCoy. Each Keller Williams office is its own brokerage, so Meghan gets to do what she loves to inspire her team to exceed their goals. To get the things we need, we have to change our behavior and change our language - but that's not necessarily easy! Listen in for great action steps to get better traction.Here is Meghan's list of 4 things to focus on: 1. Go meet 10 new people each day; 2. Make sure you...2022-11-0233 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastYoung EntrepreneurshipMeet Leahana Kraus, a junior at Academy High School and owner of Home Squared, a screen repair business. Get inspired about how she went forward to step into entrepreneurship, actively looking for answers and boldly taking on a trade she learned from her father. Home Squared is available to design your patio and repair your screens across Dallas, and even employs her friends to get the job done. She doesn't have a website yet, but you can find her on Instagram, or call at 469-684-3425. Free Buyer GuideFree Seller Guide45 E...2022-11-0230 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastAthena's Strategies Sexual Assault PreventionMeg Hinkley is the owner of Athenas Strategies - teaching personal safety skills and collaborating with law enforcement, and also a volunteer with Texas Search and Rescue. Most people feel like they would not know what to do if they were in a dangerous situation. Responding correctly is a learned skill, and Host Robin McCoy gets her to share valuable details with us.Enjoy this conversation between two friends that unpacks the psychology behind how we react. Every male and female should learn these skills you'll hear about in this episode. To work with Meg, go to...2022-11-0233 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastDown Syndrome Partnership with Kyrsten VaughanIn this week’s featured episode of my Crushing It with Your Tribe podcast, I speak with Krysten Vaughan, founder of Reagan’s Renegades and board member for Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk Committee, the top fund-raising team for Down Syndrome Partnership for the last 3 years in a row. Supporting her daughter and others in the differently abled community, Krysten has found great reward in advocacy work. Krysten’s done so much more than that, raised lots of money from fund-raising, but to hear her full bio you’ll have to listen to the episode.Enjoy this hea...2022-11-0233 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Burch Law on Estate Planning with Lorie BurchIn this episode, I speak with attorney Lorie Burch in part one of a two episode special, because what we’re talking about is such a big deal. As a realtor, I’ve had multiple transactions where a party had passed away and they either never had a will or that will was never probated, and we had to find people and jump through so many hoops, and it made things so much more difficult for everyone involved. This is where Lorie can help (though preferably before the inevitable comes).Lorie shares her story about how lack of p...2022-09-2731 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60The Dynamic DuoTexas Realtor and Tribe Builder, Robin McCoy, talks with her sister, Tracy Jakobi, about the nuances of home purchase and loan acquisition that put you in the driver's seat. Have you ever been frustrated by the loan application process or increasing your credit score? Tracy Jakobi with Supreme Lending is an expert at identifying ways to help clients find solutions to their credit or qualification challenges. Discover strategic maneuvers you might not be aware of. Take the first step in getting into your dream home! Call Tracy’s direct line, 972 499-7034, or go to TracyJakobi.SupremeLendingLo.com. Co...2022-09-2731 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Estate Law in Texas with Lorie BurchIf you don't have a will, the state of Texas has one for you. Estate Law Authority Lorie Burch is back for another impactful episode to help us prepare for the eventual loss of a family member. If you assume your children go to the spouse in the event of death, or to a relative in the event both parents die at the same time - you would be terribly incorrect. Combined families and non-traditional families frequently suffer from poor strategic estate planning, and that can leave surviving family members with no recourse, or worse yet, children can become...2022-09-2732 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastThe Dynamic DuoTexas Realtor and Tribe Builder, Robin McCoy, talks with her sister, Tracy Jakobi, about the nuances of home purchase and loan acquisition that put you in the driver's seat. Have you ever been frustrated by the loan application process or increasing your credit score? Tracy Jakobi with Supreme Lending is an expert at identifying ways to help clients find solutions to their credit or qualification challenges. Discover strategic maneuvers you might not be aware of. Take the first step in getting into your dream home! Call Tracy’s direct line, 972 499-7034, or go to TracyJakobi.SupremeLendingLo.com. Co...2022-09-2731 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastCreative Parties with Cher EwingIn this episode, I speak with Cher Ewing about Pintwist Parties, of which she is the owner and founder. Pintwist Parties is a fun, paint party business, and is a great way to tap into your creative side, even if you think you’re not creative. Cher offers unique laser-cut-out projects that are on trend; she brings all the supplies and shows you step-by-step how to complete your project. You can also host your very own Paint Party with her DIY Kits, or you can join her two monthly DIY Kit Monthly Subscriptions: Pin Kit Central and Twisted Ladder Ki...2022-09-2732 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastSafe Hands InsuranceHost Robin McCoy talks with Anthony Wright, founder of Safe Hands Insurance, a Christian-based independent brokerage. With over 10 years in the industry, he's licensed and speaks to groups across Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Illinois. Safe Hands offers health, life, and group insurance - but about 70% of his business is Medicare related. Anthony is passionate about helping people understand this process and learning how he can make these choices easier for his clients. How do you build that tribe for an insurance business? Anthony says it's showing up and being available in the business community.Being aware of...2022-09-2734 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Get to Know Your Home - The Inspection!In this episode, I speak with Ken Duggan of Pillar to Post, a local DFW home inspection company excited to introduce you to your new home! We talk about how he's built his tribe to be a more effective business owner. Ken has been working with Keller Williams Urban Dallas, and other Brokerages across the Metroplex, for over 6 years and enjoys helping new home buyers understand their homes. I like to call the report he provides a State of the House Address; it helps people know how to continue negotiating their home purchase. Find out what you n...2022-09-2632 minRelax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60Suck Less TomorrowChristian Johnson with Caliber Home Loans (Park Cities and Kessler Park, TX locations) joins Host Robin McCoy to talk about the journey behind the Best in Dallas distinction for over 8 years running. Christian talks about the team that's helped his group successfully serve their clients for so long. "We're all vested in each other's business, but at the end of the day, we have to like each other!" This fun conversation takes us through the details that make it all work ... including the early years before he knew how to do a great job.Remove the drama...2022-09-2634 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastWho is Telling Your Story?Vicki Marlett, with The American Business Women's Association, Charisma Charter Chapter shares her experience with this amazing organization that has been serving and growing women for over 70 years. After 29 years, Vicki has leveraged the strong relationships she's built through ABWA for resources she's personally needed, and to BE a resource when other need services, products, courage, or experience. It all starts with authenticity, and as we are learning to tell our own story, our Tribe helps us understand the areas we want to accentuate or tell even better. Vicki has decided to write her book...2022-09-2635 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastFor the Love Of MusicMusician, songwriter, and actor Eric Oberto talks with Host Robin McCoy about his journey through success, loss, and innovation.Eric made his first thunderous splash into the entertainment industry as the singer/songwriter/front man of the popular synth-core band Tungsten Coil. In 2015 he was diagnosed with Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss in his right ear. Being a play-by-ear musician and songwriter, when ear malfunctioned - his ability to clearly paint musical pictures through synesthesia were severely impaired (and almost lost).Over the next few years, he made multiple unsuccessful attempts to overcome his...2022-09-2635 minCrushing It With Your Tribe! PodcastThe Reluctant CoachAuthor and speaker Janet Bernstein talks with Host Robin McCoy about building her business based on other's success. Janet reveals she never had an interest in coaching people; however, she did have a natural inclination to want others to shine. As she explored this, she stepped into her role as a "Shine Coach" exploring the various and unique ways we all shine and becoming really good at amplifying that for her clients. Janet has built her business around community. Women tend to lose their girlfriends over time, so Janet puts focus on relationship groups that build friendship...2022-09-2634 min