So many people struggle to really see their significance in the work they do and lives they lead.  But what if a more meaningful and impactful life is right in front of you? What if another person is the key piece to what you've missing about yourself?  In this episode, Michelle Rouche, the She Is International, Founder and She Is Magazine, Editor in Chief points out that each and everyone of us has the ability to unlock the Brilliance in others to help them elevate. She reminds us that in order to really elevate in your work, focusing on helping and serving others has to take center stage.  "Answering the Help Wanted Ad" as she puts it, may just be the thing you need to transform the way you see yourself, impact the lives of others and deepen your own purpose. She shares how she's been able to do this and how it's enriched her life. You don't want to miss this insightful, thought-provoking and humorous interview with Michelle.

Michelle Rouche is the founder and CEO of She Is International, LLC. She Is International was created to celebrate, elevate and educate woman. Michelle wants to create space, forge partnerships, foster collaborations and provide platforms for women to thrive. When women collaborate we move mountains. Michelle knows there’s a seed of greatness in EVERY woman. Find a woman and water her.

You can connect with Michelle at https://michellerouche.com

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Achieving career or entrepreneurial success requires intentionality, grit, and focus. None of those would be fulfilling if you don't recognize and honor your values--- those things that mean the most to you. So many women think they have to trade in their desires to gain success. Even worst many women feel the pressure to minimize their own unique brilliance instead of create space for it.  In today's episode, Marianne Ganem Poppell an entrepreneur and gifted people connector gives us a view behind the scenes of her life and the entrepreneurial empire she's building. Through her life's lessons, strong internal compass, the foundation of family, and sheer refusal to settle Marianne shares how it's possible to create work that aligns with who you are and can do the greatest good.

Check out this bold and inspiring interview with Marianne. May it increase your personal & professional clarity and inspire you to be unapologetic about your desires and gifts!

About Marianne:

Marianne is Cofounder and CMO of Good Cause Marketing and Owner of Savannah Master Calendar. She is a third-generation Savannahian. Marianne received her bachelor’s degree in business administration from Valdosta State University. After working in fashion merchandising for more than 10 years, Marianne came home to work at her family’s business, Johnnie Ganem’s, before discovering her passion for helping local businesses succeed while giving back to our community. She has excelled in numerous customer service roles. These roles have informed her understanding of the customer experience, especially how teams can go above and beyond expectations to leave a lasting positive impression and build customer loyalty.

For more information about Marianne's services visit https://www.goodcausemarketing.com/

Do you sometimes struggle with self-promotion or trying to be seen or heard to grow in your business? Do you think you need hundreds of thousands of dollars to market yourself effectively? Not so! In this episode, Marjorie Young, a PR expert of more than 25 years teaches that no matter what your business or what stage you are in your business there are always opportunities to self-promote and tap into the power of "word of mouth". She doesn't just teach well-thought-out concepts but experienced them first hand when her family's business was faced with a crisis decades ago and needed strategic PR to pull out of it. Marjorie's message is one that promotes hope and assurance on how to tap into the Power and Gift of your Voice to grow your business.  And as a treat, she outlines some of the best mass media promotional strategies to use. You don't want to miss this highly informative interview. 

About Marjorie Young: 

Marjorie Young is the founder of Carriage Trade Public Relations® Inc., a PR firm that specializes in Reputation Marketing. She is celebrating 25 years in business this year. She is the author of the new business book called Reputation Matrix™, Five Strategies to Increase Visibility, Credibility, and Positive Word of Mouth, available on Amazon. Marjorie received her degree in Journalism from the University of Maryland and a minor in fine art. She has been named Entrepreneur of the Year, Business of the Year and Small Business Advocate of the Year. Marjorie is also certified in crisis communication. In 2016 she trekked 500 Miles on the Camino de Santiago in Spain. Her daughter graduated from Georgia Tech with a Ph.D. in Robotics Engineering. Her favorite saying is “nothing ventured, nothing gained”.

You can purchase a copy of Marjorie's book "Reputation Matrix" HERE

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In launching your professional or business dreams and goals do you sometimes feel like the odds are stacked heavily against you? There are so many challenges pressing against women but those challenges can be the very things that push women forward to levels of success beyond what they can imagine. In this episode, Sabrina Newby, a successful entrepreneur, business mentor, and change agent has used the challenges of her life to fearlessly propel her beyond mediocrity and criticism to new heights and clear a path of opportunities for other driven entrepreneurs. Sabrina shares experiences from her childhood & humble upbringing that forever shaped the way she would do business. So the question for you is--What do you have in you that you want to launch in your business and career? What's been holding you back? Sabrina's insights will give you the tools you need to aim high and reach for the stars. Enjoy this honest, energetic and engaging interview.

About Sabrina: Sabrina Newby is a native of Louisiana, an entrepreneur, and the Coastal Georgia Minority Chamber Of Commerce and The Market's CEO. Sabrina has created several initiatives such as 'Smart Women Achieving Greatness,' also known as S.W.A.G, a platform that empowers women to lead. The "Inner Circle" platform features Georgia entrepreneurs and hidden treasures. The "It's Just Politics" platform, otherwise known as the safe space for politicians to opt-in on business and policy.   Creating economic opportunities while building equity for minority enterprises has been the driving force for Sabrina, so much so that she established the "Minority Small Business Week" initiative as the introduction to the multilayered program that gives prominence to minority-owned companies.    Sabrina is a Social Justice and Community Activist. She currently serves as the Chairman of the 1st Congressional District Federation of Democratic Women of Georgia, the Vice-Chair for the Hinesville Downtown Development Authority, and the Economic Development Chair for the Liberty County NAACP. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate's in Public Administration and has an Executive Leadership Certificate from Harvard Kennedy School.

Choosing Freedom over a Safety Net

Do you feel a drive within you to do more and be more but are afraid to take the leap? Safety nets, such as a job, people, etc. are great but what happens when they're no longer enough and you feel called to something greater?  Utesa's story underscores just that. She shares how she took the leap from a well-paying career to reach for freedom and create the profitable and fulfilling business of her dreams. Her journey wasn't a cakewalk (which she details) but she shares one of the greatest traits all of us can use to take bold action and create the lives of fulfillment and freedom we all desire, no matter what your dreams and goals are. 

About Utesa: 

Utesa Escudero, a believer of The Most High is a wife (Julio) and mother of three children (Ariel, Madison and Derrick,II),  brings greetings from the beautiful City of Savannah, GA. Affectionately called Lisa by family and friends she was reared in the local school system and achieved higher Education at the Savannah State University (BA, MPA) and at Webster University (MA).  After years in law enforcement, Lisa ventured deeper into her entrepreneurial pursuits becoming the owner of Handbags Forever LLC offering customers the latest handbag fashions.  As her eldest daughter began preparing for college Lisa began her current entrepreneurial endeavor Forever Treasures, LLC providing customers with the latest affordable trendy accessories.  Lisa has found much success building an organization of nearly 850 business partners and achieving elite status as part of the top .01 percent of the company.  Lisa is also the owner of Para Siempre, LLC, an online clothing boutique.  Her love for building confidence and helping others become successful is what drives her.  Her mantra is that together we can win... and that everything you need to be successful can be found within.

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Have you ever stepped up into a major leadership position only to have everything surrounding you fall apart? How do you successfully navigate the disruption and your emotions? In this episode, Courtney will share a wealth of wisdom with us about her challenges and wins in navigating her first year as president of a local business organization (120+ businesses) in the midst of an unexpected CO-VID 19 pandemic. That’s right she will be sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly. Courtney's story demonstrates the power of resilience, facing your fears, and what happens when you really tap into your Brilliance. You don't want to miss this candid & empowering interview!⠀⠀

About Courtney: Courtney Rawlins is a community connector with a passionate belief that everyone can succeed with the right support.  She has been an active member of the Pooler Community for 13 years and a pillar of support and advocacy.

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