Alka Sharma welcomes Roxandra Nechita, who shares her expertise in stress management. Roxandra delves into understanding stress, burnout, anxiety, and depression, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging stress and gaining clarity. She offers strategies and practical tips for managing stress and raising resilient children through her triple transformation approach. The discussion highlights self-love, self-compassion, and setting boundaries, along with parenting leadership and avoiding common mistakes. Roxandra advises on preventing rebellion, effective communication with children, and supporting overwhelmed mothers. The episode concludes with tools for enhancing parent-child rapport and ways to connect with Roxandra.

(0:00) Introduction to the episode with guest Roxandra Nashet

(1:47) Roxandra Nechita shares her journey in stress management

(3:07) Understanding stress, burnout, anxiety, and depression

(8:16) The importance of acknowledging stress and gaining clarity

(10:41) Strategies and practical tips for managing stress

(15:29) Raising resilient children and Roxandra's triple transformation approach

(23:06) Embracing self-love, self-compassion, and setting boundaries

(30:22) Parenting leadership and avoiding common mistakes

(39:40) Preventing rebellion and communicating effectively with children

(47:38) Supporting overwhelmed mothers and identifying root causes of stress

(51:07) Self-reflection and improvement in parenting

(54:14) Tools for enhancing parent-child rapport

(55:21) Ways to connect with Roxandra Nechita and her community

(56:09) Closing remarks and future episodes

Alka Sharma welcomes Mark Stephen Pooler, who shares his career journey and the pivotal role of public relations for entrepreneurs and startups. Mark discusses his transition to the media industry and the creation of his own PR agency. The conversation covers the importance of budgeting and customizing PR services to fit client needs. They explore the concept of achieving omnipresence in entrepreneurship and offer key insights on effective PR and media strategies. Mark emphasizes the necessity of consistent PR efforts to maintain visibility and success.

(0:00) Introduction of guest Mark Stephen Pooler and career overview

(3:16) The role of PR for entrepreneurs and startups

(6:33) Mark's transition to media and building a PR agency

(11:13) Budgeting and tailoring PR services

(17:29) Achieving omnipresence in entrepreneurship

(22:08) Key insights on PR and media strategies

(27:16) The need for consistent PR efforts

In episode 26, Alka Sharma discusses the importance of taking action and overcoming personal barriers, sharing how individual experiences can shape business ventures. The conversation delves into the entrepreneurial journey, highlighting its inherent challenges and the significance of resilience. Alka addresses the topic of money, exploring the benefits of multiple income streams and debunking common wealth misconceptions. The episode also emphasizes the role of leadership, integrity, and empathy in business success. Communication and self-recognition are highlighted as essential components of entrepreneurship. The episode concludes with closing remarks and information on how to connect with the guest.

(0:00) Taking action and overcoming personal barriers

(3:10) Personal experiences and their impact on business

(5:27) The entrepreneurial journey and its challenges

(8:51) Money, multiple income streams, and wealth misconceptions

(11:51) Leadership, integrity, and empathy in business

(18:13) Communication and self-recognition in entrepreneurship

(22:46) Closing remarks and guest information

Alka Sharma introduces the guest and provides their background, setting the stage for a discussion on youth mental health, self-acceptance, and identity. They explore the impact of peer pressure and emphasize the importance of mindset in children's success. The conversation shifts to redefining failure, encouraging the embrace of learning experiences. They address the challenges young entrepreneurs face and debunk common myths surrounding them. The episode wraps up with contact information and closing remarks.

(0:00) Introduction and guest background

(2:06) Addressing youth mental health, self-acceptance, and identity

(10:48) The impact of peer pressure and the importance of mindset in children's success

(19:31) Redefining failure and embracing learning experiences

(26:02) Entrepreneurship challenges and myths about young entrepreneurs

(28:59) Contact information and closing remarks

Alka Sharma kicks off the episode by sharing her journey into podcasting before introducing guest Rolando Francis. Rolando discusses his background, the challenges he's overcome, and how he found his purpose. They explore the role of intuition in identifying opportunities and selecting the right clients. The conversation shifts to the significance of service in business and ministry, as well as the impact of social media. Rolando highlights the importance of adaptability and brand identity, discussing how to elevate a brand and enhance customer experience. The episode concludes with key lessons from Rolando's journey, information on connecting with him, and expressions of gratitude.

(0:00) Episode introduction and welcome

(0:39) Alka's journey into podcasting and guest introduction: Rolando Francis

(3:15) Rolando's background, overcoming challenges, and finding purpose

(10:39) Intuition, opportunities, and choosing the right clients

(18:44) Service in business, ministry, and the role of social media

(24:20) Adaptability and brand identity essentials

(27:59) Elevating brand and the importance of customer experience

(40:17) Final question: Key lessons from Rolando's journey

(45:11) How to connect with Rolando Francis

(46:50) Episode conclusion and gratitude

Alka Sharma welcomes Tracy Fines, who shares her journey in real estate, beginning with her accidental start in the industry. Tracy delves into her backstory, highlighting the challenges and family struggles she faced early in life. She recounts her turning point from hitting rock bottom to achieving a sense of freedom, illustrating how these experiences shaped her approach to real estate investing. The conversation emphasizes the importance of embracing struggles as opportunities for growth, offering listeners valuable insights into resilience and personal development within the realm of entrepreneurship.

(0:00) Introduction and Tracy Fines' Journey in Real Estate

(1:23) Tracy Fines' Backstory and Accidental Start in Real Estate Investing

(2:16) Overcoming Early Life Challenges and Family Struggles

(6:53) From Rock Bottom to Freedom: Tracy's Turning Point

(9:03) Embracing Struggles as Growth Opportunities

Alka Sharma welcomes Portia Mystique Still, who shares her journey into storytelling and publishing. They discuss the preparation for writing a book and establishing brand credibility, highlighting differences in messaging across platforms. The conversation explores thought leadership in 2023 and its significance. Portia provides insights into the book launch process, securing deals, and common mistakes to avoid. They discuss marketing strategies to make books viral and crafting timeless literature. Portia shares storytelling's transformative power, tackling self-doubt as a writer, and offers advice for future authors. The episode concludes with Portia's contact information and a call to action.

(0:00) Introduction by Alka Sharma and Guest introduction: Portia Mystique Still

(1:26) Portia's journey into storytelling and publishing

(3:01) Preparing to write a book and establishing brand credibility

(8:45) Messaging differences across various platforms

(10:49) Thought leadership in 2023: Definition and significance

(13:52) Portia's personal journey into publishing

(20:35) The book launch process and its importance

(24:40) Securing a book deal and common mistakes to avoid

(30:23) Marketing strategies for books to go viral

(34:04) Crafting timeless and resonant literature

(37:21) Storytelling's transformative power

(41:42) Tackling self-doubt as a writer

(45:28) Top advice for future authors

(49:06) Connecting with Portia Mystique Still

(50:17) Conclusion and call to action

Alka Sharma introduces Scarlett O'Connor, who shares her journey of overcoming trauma and finding success. Scarlett discusses her background and the impact of early life and family influences, detailing how childhood trauma affected her adulthood and internal struggles. She opens up about beginning her healing process and offers insights into dealing with trauma, narcissism, and social media. Scarlett highlights her mission with Two Scars Two Strength, strategies for overcoming trauma, and the intersection of shame and mental health. Her story of transitioning to bodybuilding and embracing neuroscience is inspiring, culminating in her proudest role as a mother. Scarlett provides resources for healing and shares how to connect with her.

(0:00) Introduction to Scarlett O'Connor's story

(1:27) Guest Scarlett O'Connor's background and achievements

(2:07) Early life and family influences on Scarlett

(4:13) Trauma's impact on Scarlett's life and career

(7:01) Childhood trauma's lasting effects in adulthood

(9:22) Scarlett's internal struggles with trauma

(13:31) Beginning the healing process from trauma

(20:38) Insights into the healing journey

(22:12) Trauma, narcissism, and social media

(25:00) Recognizing narcissistic behavior in relationships

(27:43) Narcissism: Unawareness vs. Intentionality

(30:18) Two Scars Two Strength: Mission and work

(33:00) Strategies for overcoming trauma and abuse

(36:57) The intersection of shame, trauma, and mental health

(43:34) Embracing self-acceptance and love in recovery

(43:56) Scarlett's transition to bodybuilding and wellness

(47:15) Scarlett's path to helping others and embracing neuroscience

(49:09) Scarlett's transformation: From coma to champion

(52:18) Building confidence and resilience

(55:46) The importance of self-acceptance and support

(59:15) Scarlett's proudest role: Motherhood

(1:01:11) Where to connect with Scarlett O'Connor

(1:02:00) Additional resources for healing

(1:02:26) Closing thoughts and next steps

Alka Sharma opens the episode with a discussion on effective branding strategies and the critical role of passion in business. She shares insights into her current ventures and reveals the origin of her memorable tagline. The conversation shifts to maintaining high energy levels and Alka's favorite locations for making announcements. She offers valuable life lessons for entrepreneurs, focusing on resilience and adaptability. A special "It's time" announcement is highlighted, adding excitement to the episode. The episode concludes with closing remarks, wrapping up the insights shared and encouraging listeners to stay engaged.

(0:00) Introduction and welcome; Branding strategies; Importance of passion

(3:42) Current business ventures; Origin of tagline

(6:09) Maintaining high energy; Favorite announcing locations

(7:45) Life lessons for entrepreneurs

(9:06) Special "It's time" announcement

(10:13) Closing remarks

Join Alka Sharma and Dr. Haley Nelson as they delve into cognitive behavioral neuroscience. Dr. Nelson sheds light on the mind-brain connection and quantum physics' role in behavior. They discuss how thoughts, choices, and habits interact, offering strategies for behavioral change and habit formation. Explore the biopsychosocial model, holistic well-being, and epigenetics. Learn about stress management through repetition, visualization, and perception, and discover how exercise benefits brain health. Dr. Nelson also shares recent neuroscience advancements and key life lessons.

(0:00) Introduction and welcome to Dr. Haley Nelson

(1:26) Dr. Haley Nelson's background in cognitive behavioral neuroscience

(6:13) Understanding the mind-brain connection and quantum physics

(13:07) Cognitive behavioral neuroscience and its applications

(15:43) The interplay of thoughts, choices, and habits

(18:42) Strategies for behavioral change and habit formation

(24:03) Examining the effects of internal thoughts on behavior

(27:55) The biopsychosocial model and professional support

(30:33) Holistic well-being and the role of epigenetics

(33:54) Repetition, visualization, and perception in stress management

(38:17) Exercise and its impact on brain health

(40:04) Recent advancements in neuroscience research

(43:40) Dr. Haley Nelson's key life and professional lessons