Being an Empath is a Superpower!

In my line of work as a coach, I meet many Empaths who usually have no idea they are one or how this is their superpower. Empaths are extraordinary people; they have a heightened sense of perception, sensitivity, and intuition. They walk by feelings and not my sight. If this resonates with you then this episode of Elevated Conversations is for you. 

My guest Sandra Marie, the Fashion Psychologist and Lifestyle Coach gives a unique perspective about Empaths that I have yet to hear from anyone in the world.

When I asked my guest how can anyone become a real estate investor? Her response is this - Investing is a lifestyle. In the episode of Elevated Conversations Podcast, I interviewed Patricia Ofori, a real estate investor and entrepreneur. If you ever wondered how to get into investing in real estate or even creating other forms of investment portfolios this episode is for you. Patricia is based in Baltimore Maryland. 

On this episode of Elevated Conversations, I was a guest on the Pivotal Moments Podcast with Liletta Harlem. If you are in the process of building or scaling your brand to a thought leader status, this episode is for you. Enjoy! 

When life gives you lemons make lemonade! When Ingrid had a near-death car accident in Chelsea NY, she decided to create the Chelsea Film Festival for emerging storytellers to have a platform to share their work with a global audience. In this episode of the Elevated Conversations Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Ingrid Jean-Baptiste, Co-Founder of the Chelsea Film Festival. We discussed the ins and outs of film festivals along with her unique journey and story. If you are an independent film-maker or storyteller considering getting your work to film festivals or share your story on global stages, this episode is for you.

In this episode of the Elevated Conversations Podcast, I spoke with Maryann Lombardi, a thought leader in the creative economy space. She is also a strategist, cultural entrepreneur and runs the Creative Affairs Office in Washington DC. We discussed the solution to the challenging process many have with identifying the right story to tell about their work and insights for anyone particularly creatives looking to pivot their work and brand during this time. We specifically looked at two distinctions – Creative vs Creator, and Essential vs Aspirational economy.

Whether you're interviewing for a job, consulting gig, or fellowship program, 10 times out of 10 the conversation will start with, "Can you tell me about yourself?" The answer to this question should be your brand story. In this episode of the Elevated Conversation Podcast, I spoke with Melodie Barefield, an HR Expert, Career Coach, and one of my story coaching clients. We discussed how to craft a compelling professional brand story that delivers 6-figure job opportunities. We also discussed how our working together lead to her breakthrough and dream job. If you ever wanted to know how to build your personal brand in the workplace or establish your authority as an expert in your industry this episode is for you. 

Your story is not just about your past, it can be (in fact, it is) your greatest asset for wealth building. In this episode of the Elevated Conversations Podcast, I spoke with Sharifa Crawford, a Real Estate Investor, Nonprofit Leader, and one of my story coaching clients. We discussed how our working together lead to her breakthrough - the moment she was able to change her narrative and define her professional identity as an entrepreneur while still working her day job.

Everyone has a story to tell, and how you tell that story makes all the difference. Publishing is undoubtedly one way to share your story not just with your immediate audience or community but with the world at large. Writing a book, allows you to shift your identity from a professional to an author and helps to solidify your credibility as a thought leader. As the world continues to navigate solutions to unprecedented challenges, we see an opportunity to pivot brands, careers, and businesses through storytelling. This episode features Melissa G. Wilson. Melissa who published several best-selling books and advised several fortune 500 corporations, decided to dedicate her life’s work to helping thought leaders expand and amplify their circles of influence and impact through book publishing.

Growing up in a country other than the one you were born into or that of a parent, can bring revolving issues of belonging and identity. These issues if not confronted or addressed can have a lifelong impact. Third Cultural Kids, popularly known as TCKs, however, tell a different story. They find a way to take what many consider just another cultural label as their superpower – the ability to bridge and articulate complexities within multiple cultures. In fact, they can take what makes them different and make a difference in the world. This episode features Mannie T'Chawi and Manal Elhag. 

If you’ve ever wondered how to tell your story as an entrepreneur and use that story to power your business and personal brand, this episode is for you. In this episode, I had an elevated conversation with Ken Moorman on how he was able to use this personal story to start and scale his coffee business – Jirani Coffeehouse. We talked about his superpower; the ability to listen to his inner voice of intuition, and how everyone can tap into theirs. We also discussed the community power of what he calls an Inspired Business, and the one wisdom he learned from the world of real estate investing.