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Welcome back! We are (re)launching with Nicole F. Smith...Blow Your Mind(set). We are challenging your perspectives, redefining your mindset, sparking curiosity, and maximizing emotional intelligence (EQ).

Join us as we speak with CHAMELEON LOVE and we dive into the art of cultivating self-love and worth, the key ingredients for healthy relationships with yourself and others. We'll explore effective communication strategies for navigating healthy conflict and building rock-solid foundations.

Da'Von & Jennifer Heath are relationship and life coaches and are the brand owners of Chameleon Love. They reside in the Atlanta suburbs with their three sons.  They have consulted hundreds of people, coaching them on self-love, self-worth, conflict resolution, leadership, communication, setting healthy boundaries, establishing solid foundations, and loving others the way they need to be loved versus how you want to love them; Ultimately resulting in thriving and adaptable relationships. 

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You can even SEE us power through this conversation via YOUTUBE!

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Alert! Alert! Episode is a little longer - enjoy!!!

 Last episode for season 3. Can you believe it? 

It has been a whirlwind of a season. Thank you to my guests, my podcast engineer (Sharain) and my social media manager (Daniela) for making season 3 a success!

 This episode wraps it up. Quite Frankly, Sharain and I are chatting as women do about how this summer was for us. I am sure many can relate to our chat. If so, drop a {Heart}, let me know.

We recap on all the “ships” – relationships, partnerships, friendships. We talk about having a safe space for your emotions. We talk about business. I give tips on leadership - being an exemplary leader. We talk working that 9-thrive and being a badass about it! We talk about taking care of you! These are all lessons from this summer.

As you continue in this 4th quarter and wrap up the end of the year. Don’t get discouraged. Stop comparing yourself to others that you believe are moving faster. You are right where you are supposed to be. I do encourage you to decide on your goals or what you want to accomplish. Commit to those goals, walk towards those goals, and lastly STAY CONSISTENT. 

The world is on fire! But you don’t have to be. Lean into your strengths. Lean into YOUR greatness.

Contact Nicole - she can't wait to talk to you!
IG: @thenicole_smith
FB: @thenicolesmith
email: [email protected]
www.jmscreatesleaders.com
Schedule some time: https://calendly.com/jmscreativeleadershipsolutions/free-consultation-withnicole

As we walk on this journey of living the lifestyle you desire, there are many factors to consider:

1. Your Values
2.Your Goals and the Actionable Steps To Take
3. All your ships: Relationships, Friendships, and Partnerships

Having clarity on all three are important, but #3 can take a toll on you if there is no value add or unhealthy conflict that limits or sabotages the steps taken to live just that...with no limits in your vision to make a significant impact!

Dr. Mary Hemphill, CEO and Founder of Limitless Leader, helps leaders shift from limited sight to limitless vision so they can better serve their company, community, & personal career. Being a limitless leader  will boost your self-confidence, increase your personal & professional impact, & enhance how you show up at work & in the world!

Listen as Dr. Hemphill and Nicole Smith speak on how to live your life limitless to make a significant impact as a leader professionally and personally!

Contact:
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/drmaryhemphill
IG - @thelimitlesslady
Email - [email protected]
Website - www.bealimitlessleader.com

Contact Nicole - she can't wait to talk to you!
IG: @thenicole_smith
FB: @thenicolesmith
email: [email protected]
www.jmscreatesleaders.com
Schedule some time: https://calendly.com/jmscreativeleadershipsolutions/free-consultation-withnicole

Are you ready for Part 2?!

Did you even listen to Part 1 to gain a foundation of this deep conversation? - STOP...go and listen to Part 1 as the conversation continues here. The conversation of Emotional Intelligence differing among race, gender, and culture continues.

 Are you using emotional intelligence for survival? This is using EQ for survival within the marginalized and underrepresented people as we are heightened in the area of social awareness…because we are always trying to fit in and make "them comfortable."

Your EQ level and learned responses to these feelings can be based on experience, education, and maturity.

Be prepared for part 2 as  we dig in a little deeper than most emotional intelligence practitioners. Listen, “the godfathers” of emotional intelligence talk good stuff, but it is primarily talked about in regards to productivity and efficiency in the workplace. Let’s talk about emotional intelligence in regards to you leveraging emotional intelligence to survive in your personal life especially as a "defined marginalized and underrepresented culture or ethnicity.

We drop how Megan Markle, Will Smith, The Obamas, etc have used emotional intelligence to survive in this world!

Farah Harris, a workplace belonging and well-being expert and a licensed psychotherapist with over 12 years of experience joins me to talk about the skillset of emotional intelligence.  She continues to drop gems!!!

She is an expert in her field. See her contact information, including social media below!

Connect with Farah Harris!
workingwelldaily.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/farahharrislcpc/
IG @farahharrislcpc
IG @workingwelldaily
Twitter @farahharrislcpc
Twitter @workingwelldai1
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/workingwelldaily

Contact Nicole - she can't wait to talk to you!
IG: @thenicole_smith
FB: @thenicolesmith
email: [email protected]
www.jmscreatesleaders.com
Schedule some time: https://calendly.com/jmscreativeleadershipsolutions/free-consultation-withnicole

Does Emotional Intelligence differ among race, gender, or culture? Good question!

 Leveling Up With Nicole Smith is BACK! And I am talking all things Emotional Intelligence, well maybe not all things, but for the first TWO episodes, buckle up…here we go!

 Are you using emotional intelligence for survival? This is using EQ for survival within the marginalized and underrepresented people as we are heightened in the area of social awareness…because we are always trying to fit in.

But does it differ among race, gender, and culture? We talk about different examples of this!

But first...do you even know where you first learned about “feelings?” This is Part 1! It is time we talk about this. Your EQ level and learned responses to these feelings can be based on experience, education, and maturity.

Be prepared for Part 2 in 2 weeks where we dig in a little deeper than most emotional intelligence practitioners. Listen, “the godfathers” of emotional intelligence talk good stuff, but it is primarily talked about in regards to productivity and efficiency in the workplace. Let’s talk about emotional intelligence in regards to you leveraging emotional intelligence to survive in your personal life! (It saved mine!)

 My guest, my new friend, my emotional intelligent sister - Farah Harris, a workplace belonging and well-being expert and a licensed psychotherapist with over 12 years of experience joins me to talk about the skillset of emotional intelligence. She is an expert in her field. See her contact information, including social media below!

 Buckle up! Part 1 and Part 2 will drop nuggets for you to apply and execute on TODAY!

Connect with Farah Harris!
workingwelldaily.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/farahharrislcpc/
IG @farahharrislcpc
IG @workingwelldaily
Twitter @farahharrislcpc
Twitter @workingwelldai1
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/workingwelldaily

Contact Nicole - she can't wait to talk to you!
IG: @thenicole_smith
FB: @thenicolesmith
email: [email protected]
www.jmscreatesleaders.com
Schedule some time: https://calendly.com/jmscreativeleadershipsolutions/free-consultation-withnicole

Let's wrap up the first 6 months of 2022! Yes, we are here. It is Summer 2022! 3rd quarter! Let's do this!

Can you believe it? It just seemed like yesterday it was March 2020, now here we are in July 2022. So much has happened for you personally and professionally.

So, let's check in!

*Know your numbers, you know your business! Know your numbers, you know your personal finances and where you stand. This will give clarity on how to move forward. Talk about building that confidence! Data doesn't lie. So what do your numbers say? Is it time to pivot, or do you just keep going being consistent because my friend it may be working!

*Motivation! The only one who can motivate you is YOU. Do an audit of what is feeding your thoughts, feelings, and the actions taken because of all of this. Talk about building that confidence!

*What's New! Make sure you give yourself permission to celebrate all the forward movement you have made. Good for you! At times, we don't take a minute to say "what's new in my life" that has moved me forward and allowed me to make a significant impact on me and those around me.  What have you learned about yourself? Talk about building that confidence!

Take a listen to @Sharain_intherain and I as we chat simply as entrepreneurs, friends, and two gals who have something to say about how we have leveled up...and not afraid to give that unpopular opinion.

If you would like clarity on how to unleash your potential, go check out my Clarity To Impact Checklist to help you on your journey!

Follow me!
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Email: [email protected]

Contact Nicole - she can't wait to talk to you!
IG: @thenicole_smith
FB: @thenicolesmith
email: [email protected]
www.jmscreatesleaders.com
Schedule some time: https://calendly.com/jmscreativeleadershipsolutions/free-consultation-withnicole

If you know me, you have heard me speak about your mindset! Mindset is everything. But there is one mindset that will take you to new heights - Growth Mindset. 

During this episode, hear me speak about having a growth mindset and that you should always be learning! 

Trust me - there is a lesson in everything if you are paying attention!

Carol Dweck speaks about having a Growth mindset versus a Fixed mindset. It is very clear that having a fixed mindset will cloud your judgments, your decisions, and how you move forward. Having a growth mindset provides such clarity in everything you do.

BUT most importantly - and I chat about this too - is that you have to have COURAGE. Have courage to use your growth mindset to take you to the next level. Have courage to take strategic, calculated risks.

Will it be uncomfortable? Hell Yeah! But with discomfort comes so much change. So, my friends, will you choose courage over comfort? You can't have both!

Contact Nicole - she can't wait to talk to you!
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email: [email protected]
www.jmscreatesleaders.com
Schedule some time: https://calendly.com/jmscreativeleadershipsolutions/free-consultation-withnicole

*Keynote Excerpt from International Women's Day (March 8, 2022)

So, you have tools for success, you have made a decision to create your life, you’re willing to grow as you go along, and you’re ready to take action. But, your unconscious, limiting beliefs—your excuses—are sabotaging the life you desire.

Limiting beliefs can have a number of negative effects on you. They could keep you from making good choices, taking new opportunities, or unleashing your potential. Ultimately, limiting beliefs can keep you stuck in a negative mindset and stop you or scare you from living the life you truly desire.

Listen as I share with you some thoughts on how self-limiting beliefs. Where do they come from? Have you counted the cost of your limiting beliefs?

If you would like clarity on how to unleash your potential, go check out my Clarity To Impact Checklist to help you on your journey!

Follow me!
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FB: @thenicolesmith
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Email: [email protected]

Contact Nicole - she can't wait to talk to you!
IG: @thenicole_smith
FB: @thenicolesmith
email: [email protected]
www.jmscreatesleaders.com
Schedule some time: https://calendly.com/jmscreativeleadershipsolutions/free-consultation-withnicole

*Unpopular opinion loading!!!

Listen as we discuss what being humble means. It has been ingrained in us to "be humble" and if we go by the definition of being humble, it means to not boast of your talents especially if you are not asked. Wait, uh?

WAIT! Are you telling me that I am not supposed to speak on my talents and strengths? This may work for "some", but definitely not for others. This will shrink you! Time to debate! ALERT: Unpopular opinion!

How are you supposed to SHOW UP and SHOW OFF? How are you supposed to own your show up if you are going by a definition of humble  that tells you "to be quiet and not speak upon who you are and what you bring to the table."

Of course, we art not talking about being arrogant. There is a difference. Being humble means you don't consider yourself better than other people. It's an absence of arrogance. Being humble means that you have the perspective to see that you are as valuable as others, that you make mistakes and that the needs of others and the talents of others are as important as your own. I want to be around people as smart or smarter than me...the learning in that circle is amazing!

What does humble mean to you? Question: Are you so humble that you are missing your opportunity to show up...and show off?

If you would like to clarity on how to unleash your potential, go check out my Clarity To Impact Checklist to help you on your journey!

Contact Nicole - she can't wait to talk to you!
IG: @thenicole_smith
FB: @thenicolesmith
email: [email protected]
www.jmscreatesleaders.com
Schedule some time: https://calendly.com/jmscreativeleadershipsolutions/free-consultation-withnicole

"EI EI OH!" (credit: JMS Client!)

Emotional Intelligence (EI/EQ) has been around for decades, but disruptions have taken place that has allowed us to see the importance of self-awareness (leading ourselves), building and maintaining relationships (increasing empathy), and leading others (promoting resonance/harmony).

It affects how we manage behavior, navigate social complexities, and make personal decisions that achieve positive results.  Understand that as you sit and listen to my voice, you will be building your emotional intelligence and if you are willing to have a growth mindset - on your way to being an exemplary leader as well.

Grab the nuggets that I share with you on how emotional intelligence can help you level up, but only if you leverage it!

Tip for you - IQ will get you hired; EQ will get you promoted.

Contact me!
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FB @thenicolesmith
LinkedIn: Nicole F. Smith, M.Ed.
Website: www.jmscreatesleaders.com
email: [email protected]

Contact Nicole - she can't wait to talk to you!
IG: @thenicole_smith
FB: @thenicolesmith
email: [email protected]
www.jmscreatesleaders.com
Schedule some time: https://calendly.com/jmscreativeleadershipsolutions/free-consultation-withnicole