Elevate NOW!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Elevate Family Chiropractic! 
We officially turned 3 years old today! On September 1, 2017, I opened my own chiropractic office. Now, as we are celebrating our business, our successes and the community we serve.

Today is a special episode because we flip the scrip and my oldest of three children, Kamau Olatunji, interviews me! We had a blast talking about the journey our family has gone on, the ups and downs, life lessons and so much more!

If you want to learn more about what it takes to open your own business, if you want insight on the mindset it requires or you just want to know how awesome my 25 year old son is, then tune in;) 

In this episode, I speak to Donyetta Edwards! She is a runner, a travel enthusiast, a TikTok sensation, and a former nap advocate. Donyetta, known to her social media following as Dyetta, has a huge love for all things natural hair and you learn so much from her extremely informative youtube videos where she tries new beauty products and shares the results.  She is also the co-host of Le Twins Experience podcast, where Donyetta and cohost Kim, chat weekly about current events, pop culture, and everything else under the moon and stars!

Originally from Alabama, Donyetta earned her bachelor's degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham as well as her Master's degree in Business Administration. For the past 12 years, she calls Atlanta her home. This is the birthplace of her extensive running career, she has multiple marathons, 1/2 marathons, and countless other distances to her credit.

I met Donyetta in Black Girls Run running club where her joy for life was as infectious then as it is now. Listen to this episode and I dare you not to smile the entire length of the episode.
This episode is chock-full of wisdom on how to walk in your BLESSING as Donyetta shares her loves, her passions, and what she is currently working on.

CONNECT with Donyetta:

Website: dyetta.com

Facebook: facebook.com/IAmDyetta

Instagram: instagram.com/Dyetta

https://www.linkedin.com/in/donyettaedwards/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpKIo-qopVjiye8MUfG8wOA
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/le-twins-experience/id1528660203 

In this episode, I speak to Mike Michalowicz, the entrepreneur behind three multimillion-dollar companies and is the celebrated author of hugely successful Profit First, Clockwork and The Pumpkin Plan. His newest groundbreaking book, Fix This Next should be required reading for any aspiring entrepreneur.  His books have been translated into over 20 different languages. Mike is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and regularly travels the globe as an entrepreneurial advocate.

I was first introduced to Mike’s work by my coach and mentor. He spoke so highly of Mike’s book, Profit First. My coach said learning the system from Mike at a seminar was a game-changer.  However, my experience in reading the book was WAY different. I was overwhelmed by all this new information and felt paralyzed. Until I emailed Mike with a plea for help early one Saturday morning. He not only replied within ONE hour, but his reply was a VIDEO made especially for me!!! He gave me great advice on how I specifically could get started and I’ve been slowly progressing forward since.

Mike’s compassion and his ability to relate to the small, just getting started, not exactly sure what the hell we are doing, business owner is exactly why he is the PERFECT business growth consultant to listen to.

Listening to this episode, you will learn from the expert on what mistakes to avoid in business, how to set up the perfect accounting system and where to find needed resources.

Connect with Mike:

http://www.mikemichalowicz.com/

https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/

https://twitter.com/MikeMichalowicz

https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/

 LinkedIn: Mike Michalowicz

What's blocking your Joy?? Your invisible mental blocks could be stealing your happiness and success! We all have invisible lenses that affect how we see the world. These lenses influence the choices we make, the belief in ourselves and the investments we must deposit
As an aspiring entrepreneur, a dream realizer you must delve deep into your psyche and eradicate what is holding you back.
In this episode, learn what invisible mental blocks may be keeping you from the success you are working so hard for. I share 8 of them. Be sure to catch them all and be prepared to transform you're thinking!

"You got big dreams. You want FAME. Well, fame costs. And right here's where you start payin' ... in sweat! You wanna become a dancer? Then you're going to have to work your little tights off " 
~Debbie Allen FAME circa 1982
You want to become an Entrepreneur? Then you're gonna have to work! Work your little mindest off! Or rather, you're going to have to re-work your mindset until it serves your dreams. Your mindset is where it all begins. Your mindset influences your daily habits and your daily habits are what determines your actions. The outcome of those actions is what makes up your life.
You want to know what ALL successful business owners do? What all leaders employ?
Tune in and learn.
Today I'm sharing everything I learned from Jesse Isler and business success in the face of adversity. 
Grab your notebook and expand your mindset!

In this week's episode, I get the pleasure of talking with Veronica Madison, owner and founder of Sweet Heat Atlanta, a soul food truck that redefines delicious! Sweet Heat is ATL’s freshest food truck serving your favorite meals seasoned to perfection!

Want to learn how to take the first step towards your dreams? Veronica shares exactly how she did it. Veronica has been creating delicious tasty treats for her family since she was a little girl and she reveals how she turned her passion into her career.  She also opens up about how her unshakable faith in herself saw the opportunity when it arrived on her doorstep and she lept.

Veronica shares her vision of where she and Sweet Heat are headed and its HUGE!
If you want inside tips from a successful mobile restaurateur, then tune in to hear Veronica's secret tips for success.

How to connect with Veronica:
https://www.facebook.com/sweetheatatl/
https://www.instagram.com/sweetheat_atl/
(770) 634-1917

Welcome to our first Bonus Episode! These will be brief solo episodes where I share the nuggets of wisdom that I have excavated over time. 

For years, personal growth has been a deeply rooted passion of mine. At any given moment, I am reading 2-3 books on ways to stimulate and trigger self-transformation.
All growth happens at the intersection of discomfort and uncertainty. The essence of tea leaves is only released when they're steeped in boiling water. So get comfortable with being uncomfortable because its a process my dear friends.

I believe we are all here for big things.  We have a difference to make and a purpose to live. Buckle your seatbelt and launch into the next amazing version of yourself.
 

Empowering women is what we do! At the heart of Elevate NOW! we are here to support our community of women. Our guest this week is Courtney Busha. She is a DONA and International Doula Institute trained birth Doula, certified breastfeeding counselor, certified Lamaze Childbirth Educator, and home birth assistant. WHEW!
Courtney has dedicated her life to supporting women through the birth process. She is one of the most compassionate and fierce about protecting "her mama's" as anyone I have ever known.

I have had the pleasure of getting to know Courtney for over a year and have referred my pregnant moms to her. Watching Courtney serve moms with such a dedicated heart is why I am so excited to spend time with her on Elevate NOW! Ladies, when you or someone you love is pregnant you're gonna want Courtney on your team.

In this episode, you will learn what a doula is and how invaluable they are to birthing moms. Also, we dive into Courtney's journey to becoming a birth advocate, and how as a highly talented technician, you can create a successful business you love.

How you can connect with Courtney
https://www.facebook.com/courtney.busha
[email protected] 

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Sonza Curtis, owner, and founder of Three D Wellness, a full-service Functional Medicine Practice that works with patients to maintain and improve their overall health. Dr. Sonza is a certified physician's assistant, a doctor of Naturopathy, and an advocate for healing the body from the inside out. She is known as the Gut Doctor.
 
I first met Dr. Sonza at a Georgia Integrative Health Coalition meeting. An organization of like-minded practitioners. The group is made up of holistically minded doctors, functional medicine practitioners, chiropractors, health coaches, and holistic supplement company reps. I was in love before I even took my seat. Dr. Sonza's passion for what she does was so evident in her opening talk and her dynamic interactions with all the members. 

Nearly 2 years later, I am honored to call Dr. Sonza a friend and my family's doctor. During the conversation, we talk about how Dr. Sonza began her career, what were some of the obstacles she had to overcome. As a single mom of 2 young girls, how did she find the strength and courage to change careers and pursue her dreams. Learn from an accomplished entrepreneur who has endured huge challenges and made all the mistakes so you don't have to.  Want a successful life? Learn how you can change the story you are telling yourself.

How you can connect with Dr. Sonza:
https://www.instagram.com/3dwellness_ga/
https://threedwellness.com/
https://threedwellness.com/contact/
Three D Wellness
(678) 621-8100

In this episode, I speak with Chenoa hARTherapy Murray, author, public health specialist,  diversity education facilitator, and international collaborator. She is a globally-minded and collaborative professional with exceptional intercultural skills. 

Chenoa’s inaugural book, Whites Only is a poetry collection mostly inspired by her experience as a U.S. Peace Corps Volunteer in the Rainbow Nation of South Africa. It touches on social justice and cultural diversity.

You will LOVE getting to know this beautiful (inside and out) woman that I am fortunate enough to call my friend. Chenoa has this infectious, high energy that just won’t accept anything less than abundant joy for herself and those she loves.

During our conversation, we talk about how Chenoa came to her middle name, what it takes to become an author, and what surprise career choice she made that is turning into a national book tour.

Chenoa shares tips and tricks that you don’t want to miss. She will reveal some life-changing moments and how she created some good ol’ fashioned lemonade from lemons while in South Africa. Be sure to grab your notebook ladies! This is going to be a notetaking session!

Connect with Chenoa:

https://www.instagram.com/whitesonlythebook/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chenoamurray/

https://www.facebook.com/chenoa.murray

Buy her book here

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