We went to Guatemala to meet Amada's family and initially we just thought it would be a fun trip to spend some days away from the NYC winter. It turned out to be an incredible opportunity for us to deepen our relationship in ways we didn't know were possible. We challenged ourselves to do something we've both NEVER done before and it was truly transformative and a bit scary!

In this episode we breakdown all THE TEA... I met Amada's Dad, and the rest of my family finally! We hope you like this *quite personal* episode and our socials are below so you can send us your reactions.

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Entrepreneur, leader, a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with an MBA from the Wharton School of Business and an Amazon best seller author. Mona Bijoor is a partner at Kings Circle Capital, an investment firm. She is also the founder of JOOR, the premier online global B2B marketplace for wholesale buying, and the founder of SolTV, a wellness Web3 creator platform. She was recognized by Crain’s 40 under 40 and Wharton’s 40 under 40, as well as receiving the Big Apple Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Mona is also a frequent contributor to TechCrunch, Entrepreneur, and HuffPost. OH and she’s also a mother of 2!

In this conversation you will get to know Mona’s journey on a deeper level. We talk about childhood, business, family, investing and practical advice for those that are currently in the entrepreneurial journey.

In this episode, Mona mentions her book, Startups and Downs: The Secrets of Resilient Entrepreneurs. You can find it HERE.

Mona’s Links

 Twitter:  https://twitter.com/davidandamada Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monabijoor/

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In this episode we sit down to answer some of the internet's most burning questions around dating! We get really personal and share more about our own experiences and learning lessons in our own relationship. Don't forget this is advice not instruction so take what serves you but remember that is based on individuals with different values, priorities, goals and more!

So let's get to answering these questions!

 

Is a relationship truly 50/50?

My boyfriend fully provides financially but he expects me to serve him, what should I do?

My girlfriend is very close to her male friend, is she cheating me?

My boyfriend is planning a proposal at Disney and I  don't feel comfortable with the idea, should I say something?

Inspired State of Mind Links

 

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qkpl12ZSSpOpbsP33TJZi?si=d1bb73f4b7f0421f

 

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/davidandamada

 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredstateofmind_/

 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrobiks

Shannon Almeida is the co-founder and CoCEO of Volv, a new media company " 9-second articles for our smart but chaotically busy generation using ChatGPT." 

In this conversation, we spoke about Shannon's journey going from law school to starting an app. Building as a female founder in a male dominated tech space. And even writing such great cold emails that got her a response from Oprah, and amongst many others. This is an incredible conversation to get to know Shannon and a deeper level and get a play-by-play of the road she took to get to where she is today.  

Shannon's Links:

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/shannonsalmeida?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannon.almeida

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Andrew Yeung is a Product Lead at Google, startup advisor, community builder, investor, writer and the host of nyc’s most exclusive parties that bring together founders, investors, operators, creators and the tech-curious. In this episode Andrew talks about his journey starting when he was a kid and moving a lot to then settling down in Canada and realizing his dream was to move to New York City one day.

Andrew not only moved to New York, but he also started working for some of the biggest tech companies in the world and now he hosts the biggest parties to network in the city!

 

Andrew's Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewsmixers

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/andrewyeung

Inspired State of Mind Links

 

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qkpl12ZSSpOpbsP33TJZi?si=d1bb73f4b7f0421f

 

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/davidandamada

 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredstateofmind_/

 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inspiredstateofmind

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Toby Howell is a writer, twitter celebrity and  the co-host of Morning Brew Daily. He’s grown his personal Twitter account to over 28.8k followers in less than  a year by talking about Twitter strategy, building an online audience, and giving a behind the scenes look into life as a successful 26 year old storyteller.

 In this conversation, we spoke about how Toby's journey from living on his friend's coach helping them build a company to moving to New York City co-hosting one of the biggest podcast in the country! It all started with a cold email to one of the founders of Morning Brew.  Toby's links Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7nc7OQdPTekErtFSRxOBKh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CUQpuF0vwKg/

Inspired State of Mind Links  Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qkpl12ZSSpOpbsP33TJZi?si=d1bb73f4b7f0421f  Twitter:  https://twitter.com/davidandamada  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredstateofmind_/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inspiredstateofmind

In this episode, we talk about our reality check on high hopes and expectations after moving to New York City!

Through candid and introspective storytelling, we explore the various challenges and difficulties that can arise when transitioning to life in the Big Apple. From the overwhelming hustle and bustle of the city, to the high cost of living,  we share  our experience and  insights for anyone considering a move to New York City. Whether you're a current resident, a transplant, or simply someone curious about life in the city that never sleeps, this episode offers a unique and honest perspective on the joys and pitfalls of living in one of the world's most iconic cities.

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Welcome to the latest episode of Inspired State of Mind, where we share *our very own a leap of faith moment* as we go through this new and exciting chapter in our life.  

After going through a lot of personal transformations, we realized that we have a shared a passion for connecting people and sharing stories. We both had experience in the field, with David being a content creator for as long as he can remember and Amada being a storyteller since she was little.

Driven by passion, we decided to take a big step and start a content studio, Founder Hype,  with the goal of creating high-quality online content for companies across the U.S. We know it's not an easy task but we're willing to take on this challenge because it's one step closer to our dreams and we're ready to do anything to make it work. There's no guide on how to start a business with your partner but we are using our love for each other and our shared passion for creation as a driving force.

We hope that you join us along this journey. We'll discuss the challenges as we face them, the lessons we're learning , and the joys of working with someone you love. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a creative professional, or simply someone who loves a good love story, you won't want to miss this episode. Join us as we share our journey from  lovers to business partners, and discover the power of passion, determination, and love. Inspired State of Mind Links   Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qkpl12ZSSpOpbsP33TJZi?si=d1bb73f4b7f0421f  Twitter:  https://twitter.com/davidandamada  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspired_state/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inspiredstate

Social media only shows highlights and we started our account to in hopes that it will inspire other people to be more authentic and find partner to share this journey with.

David and I share advice, but always say "it's advice, not instructions" because we don't claim to be this perfect couple that has it all figured out. We have arguments just like any other couple, but it's okay to disagree as long as respect is at the center of every conversation.

In this episode we will share the phrase that saves us from getting into an argument 99% of the time. And tips for solving conflict with your partner. We also answer questions our community send to us via instagram and things definitely get spicy!

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Yes, everyone has a love/hate relationship with social media so why don't you make it WORK FOR YOU! There are so many amazing people that become "creators" thanks to the power of social media.  You can follow and be inspired by people who encourage you to live your best life—whatever that looks like for you. When you need a little motivation, a mentor, or guidance finding people that you can look up to can make all the difference.

In this episode we'll share how our life completely changed when David showed Amada 2 creators that inspired him. Guess who they are before watching the episode ⤵️

https://twitter.com/levelsio

https://www.instagram.com/linguamarina/Graham Stephan

https://www.instagram.com/alexikonn/

https://www.instagram.com/timferriss/

https://www.instagram.com/gpstephan/

https://www.instagram.com/hannahbronfman/

https://www.instagram.com/deepica/

https://www.instagram.com/sophiaamoruso/

https://www.instagram.com/daniella_pierson/

https://www.instagram.com/jasminestar/

Inspired State of Mind Links  Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1qkpl12ZSSpOpbsP33TJZi?si=d1bb73f4b7f0421f  Twitter:  https://twitter.com/davidandamada  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredstateofmind_/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inspiredstateofmind