Happy New Year Everyone!

First thank you for your support during 2023. I hope you will manifest your best in 2024.

In this episode, I give a couple keys to getting a strong start to 2024. Avoid the tendency to allow doubt, self sabotage and negative thoughts undo all the work you do with your hands. Also, make sure the people in your life truly are there to support you and not quietly pulling the rug from under your feet and setting you up for failure.

Make 2024 your best year yet!

Many of her adventures, businesses, and life lessons are outlined in her bestselling book, The Way Success Works: How To Decide, Believe & Begin To Live Your Best Life.
Today Joan is thrilled to be the host and producer of the Side Hustle Hero™ podcast where guests from around the world share the story of their journeys and their insights on what’s worked and what hasn’t so listeners can execute smarter and for more profit, making her a trusted resource in the world of entrepreneurship and achievement.

Jevon Wooden is a dynamic coach and growth strategist, speaker, author, and Army Veteran who is passionate about leadership, growth strategy, and helping motivated leaders and businesses achieve their goals. He earned his master's degree in cybersecurity from Fordham University and his MBA from the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, drawing on his 12 years of experience in the military to hone his expertise in all aspects of leadership and peak performance under the highest possible stakes.

Wooden's remarkable business growth and personal development ideas have been featured in top publications such as Entrepreneur, Inc., Fast Company, Foundr, Forbes, and Verizon.  

For further information visit brightmindconsultinggroup.com.

Vernon Jackson: Curator of Elegance and Founder of The Gifted Event

Vernon Jackson is an entrepreneur hailing from Cincinnati, Ohio. With over two decades of experience as a licensed barber/cosmetologist, Vernon has not only mastered the art of grooming but has also woven a rich tapestry of connections within the community.

Vernon's journey into entrepreneurship reached new heights in 2019 when he assumed ownership of Noble Barber & Beauty, a thriving establishment known for its exceptional grooming services and community-centric approach.

In 2021, Vernon took a bold and created "The Gifted Event." Vernon experienced challenges when clients with special needs sat in the barber chair. Vernon couldn't keep his schedule on track but wanted to provide a major need for clients that have disabilities. As a result "The Gifted Event" is a place where parents and caregivers of children on the spectrum, Down syndrome or other disabilities can come into an environment where they don't have to explain their child's behavior or apologize for something they may do or say.

Listen in on this amazing conversation, but more importantly get involved. Find out more here:

Meet Adam Gallagher, who is originally from Narragansett, RI. Now living in Florida, he is a proud graduate of the University of South Carolina. As a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity he has learned the impact of getting personally involved in acts of service. His personal philosophy is "treat people the way you want to be treated". Learn more about setting Acts of Service goals and the benefits of giving back.

Many of us have fallen prey to the belief that we must wait for the perfect timing or the perfect person before we can start pursuing our dreams or taking action towards our goals. The truth is, this mindset can be incredibly detrimental to our personal growth and ultimately hinder us from living life to the fullest.

One of the biggest fallacies we often encounter is the concept of "perfect timing." We wait for the right moment when all the stars align and everything feels just right. But here's the thing – life is unpredictable, and there will never be a perfect time. By eagerly awaiting the ideal circumstances, we miss out on valuable opportunities and precious time that could have been spent achieving our dreams.

Catch this episode and hear about other fallacies, but more importantly ways to motivate yourself to take action.

Knowing yourself is critical to accomplishing your goals and dreams. Understanding ourselves can be the key to living a fulfilled life. When we take the time to explore our values, needs, beliefs, and passions, we are better equipped to handle the challenges that come our way. It's essential to know what drives us, what we stand for, and what we believe in.

In this episode learn a few actions you can take to get to know yourself better. There's no quick solves on this one. You'll have to make time to get to know yourself. An introduction that may be long overdue.

Tammy McKinney is an Executive Coach, Consultant, Speaker, and founder of Unlocking Your

Tammy went from Corporate Executive to Entrepreneur, while raising her 4 favorite humans. The

Tammy is on mission, helping purpose-driven leaders increase success with more joy, fulfillment,

For more, find her blogs and LIVE coaching at www.UnlockingYourBestLife.com

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As you pursue your goals, you will need people to keep you accountable, help you navigate, and check your mental health. It's important you know the difference between a Therapist, Coach, and Mentor. Our guest will help answer this question and ensure you are positioned to reach your personal goals.

Dr. Sh’nai Simmons is the Co-founder and owner of The Collective Wellness Institute, a private mental health practice committed to providing superior services virtually and in person. Dr. Sh’nai has a Masters in Community Counseling and Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from Regent University and is currently a licensed mental health professional in Florida and Virginia.  Mother of many, two biological, two adopted and countless spiritual children, Dr. Sh’nai works closely in ministry with her husband Pastor Taiwan Simmons.

Many future counselors who have found themselves under the mentorship and direction of Dr. Sh’nai have benefited from her rich and diverse background. She has authored several collaborative projects and has detailed her breast cancer journey in her book entitled “Fight with Faith”. As a change agent committed to growth and change, Dr. Sh’nai was inspired to create “Health Management Journal”, a life-giving wellness planner to aid individuals who are navigating a health crisis. This incredible resource is designed to maintain a balanced and reflective focus yearlong. Dr. Sh’nai is about solutions and has demonstrated that through her life and diverse endeavors. 

Dr. Pat Baxter uses her extensive experience to lead high-impact culture change while retaining valuable talent. Her work has focused on developing leadership at all levels. Her industry expertise includes financial services, technology, customer service, retail and pharmaceuticals. She has served around the globe as a senior-level Leadership Development leader in UNISYS, CITI, Sykes Enterprises, Deloitte & Touche Consulting, Right Management.

As an executive consultant and coach, she has worked with industry leaders such as American Express, Dollar General, Comcast, Toyota, and Quintiles Pharmaceuticals to name a few.

Pat holds a doctorate in Organizational Leadership, and an BS and MS from the City University of New York. She is certified in several well-known, validated assessments including EQ 2.0®; Crucial Conversations®; Conflict Dynamics Profile® and the Birkman®.

Pat has served on numerous boards around the country and with several universities including the Center of Ethics at the University of Tampa and the Society of Emotional Intelligence. She is a founding member of the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association (HBA) in Florida.

Pat is a recipient of the Society of Emotional Intelligence Ambassador Award and is the author of two books ‘Cool Change: Turning Emotions into Leadership Strengths’ (2015) and ‘101 Ways to Grow an Awesome Team Using Emotional Intelligence” (2019).

A native New Yorker, Pat is bilingual (Spanish), and currently resides in Jacksonville, Florida

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