In this episode, I'm recapping the past few weeks and discussing why traveling is crucial in decision making. I'm sharing my travel hacks that maximize convenience and safety. These practical tips will save you time, energy, and money and enhance your overall travel experience. I also discover the art of cultivating a supportive and thriving community that uplifts and empowers individuals. Join me as I share my personal encounters with founders of big companies from FounderMade in NYC.

Whether you're seeking to build a supportive community, looking to optimize your travel experiences, or eager to learn from successful founders, this episode is a must-listen.

Join us in this captivating episode as we delve into the inspiring journey of the Co-Founders of the Hampton Chocolate Factory, Austin and Grant Gappleberg. We discuss pivotal moments, career aspirations from a young age, and the innate entrepreneurial spirit. Discover the dynamics of working with family members, the power of trial and error, and the surprising truth about not having a business plan. Furthermore, we explore the fascinating connection between self-discipline in food choices and its impact on mindset. Get ready for a deep dive into the role of affirmations, gratitude, and the importance of cultivating positive habits for personal and professional growth. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation with successful entrepreneurs who have mastered the art of adapting, learning, and thriving in the world of business.

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I was interviewed by entrepreneur David Meltzer and I had to share this with you guys. Together, we delve into the story of Nightcap, entrepreneurship, the dynamics of business partners, and the transformative nature of career pivots.

David and I reflect on the power of innovation, persistence, and adaptability in navigating the ever-changing landscape of the business world. We touch on the significance of partnerships in the entrepreneurial journey. Drawing from personal experiences, we shed light on the dynamics of finding the right business partners, fostering strong collaborations, and leveraging collective strengths to drive remarkable results.

The conversation takes an inspiring turn as we tackle the topic of career pivots. David candidly shares his transformative experience, revealing the lessons learned and the newfound opportunities that emerged from making bold changes in his professional trajectory.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business professional, or someone contemplating a career shift, this interview is a goldmine of wisdom and inspiration. Join David Meltzer and I in this short and sweet episode!

Today I have a very special guest, Jesi Thomas, a talented seamstress based in South Florida. Jesi played a significant role in the creation of NightCap's first few prototypes. I remember sitting down with Jesi every couple of weeks in 2019 trying to figure out how we wanted the original product to function. Jesi created our first prototypes out of socks, gymnastics leotards, and random fabrics lying around her home.

In this episode, we explore the power of mindset and how it affects all aspects of our lives, including how we present ourselves through fashion. You'll hear us talk about creating your environment and how we can make our dreams a reality but we must continue nourishing them.

We discuss the importance of dressing in clothes that make us feel confident and comfortable, and how it can positively impact our self-image. Many of us hold onto clothes that don't serve us anymore yet every item of clothing caries meaning and energy. We may also gravitate towards clothing that we already have. Jesi and I share our fashion mistakes and give advice to those wanting to refresh their wardrobe and express their identity.

I'm taking you on a thrilling journey from the Shoptalk Conference in Las Vegas to sunny California, where I meet some of the biggest names in fashion and beauty. At Shoptalk, I had the opportunity to hear from C-suite executives from Ulta, Pinterest, DoorDash, Tarte Cosmetics, Forever 21 and more.

The adventure takes off when I travel to California and sneak into an event where I have an unforgettable encounter with none other than Paris Hilton. I'm sharing the story of how I got into this exclusive event and what I learned from the experience. This was my first LA influencer event and I had to share my insight. In addition to my exciting encounter with Paris, I was able to tour the Tik Tok Headquarters, catch up with some great friends and my first ever podcast guest, singer Allegra Miles.

This is a story you can't miss!

Gunther Holenstein is a highly accomplished creative director at Modern Media Group based in Tampa, Florida. With a passion for creating and producing exceptional content, Gunther has built an impressive portfolio of work that spans multiple industries and mediums.

In this episode of the podcast, filmed at Modern Media Group's state-of-the-art studio in Tampa, Gunther shares his insights and experience on a range of topics. He talks about how he discovered his love for creating and how that passion has driven his success as a creative director. He also shares valuable tips on what types of content to focus on when you have a smaller budget, and how to make the most of your resources to achieve your creative goals.

In addition, Gunther discusses how to overcome the common problem of comparing yourself to others in the industry, offering practical advice on how to trick your brain into focusing on your own unique strengths and talents.

This episode is for anyone looking to improve their creative skills, learn from a seasoned professional, and gain insights into the world of content creation and production.

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In this special episode of our podcast, we honor Sexual Assault Awareness Month by interviewing Rajia Abdelaziz, the CEO and Co-founder of InvisaWear. InvisaWear is a safety technology company that has developed a line of wearable accessories that can instantly alert your emergency contacts, send your location, and call 911 in case of an emergency. Rajia shares her experience that led her to create InvisaWear. We discuss the importance of safety and how technology can be used to help prevent sexual assault.

Throughout the conversation, we dive into the features of InvisaWear's products and how they work, as well as the inspiration behind their development. We also discuss the ways in which individuals and organizations can get involved in raising awareness and helping to prevent sexual assault.

Join us for this important conversation as we honor Sexual Assault Awareness Month and work towards creating a safer and more empowered world.

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Cabry Hildmann is the Co-Founder of the marketing agency Modern Media Group based in Tampa, FL. Cabry went from studying at the University of Tampa and playing lacrosse with a scholarship to sacrificing sports and balancing his own company and school. He met his Co-Founder, Lindsey Marzo on campus at the University of Tampa Accelerator program. Today, some of Modern Media's clients consist of Porsche, The Edition Hotel, F45 and The Tampa Bay Lightning.

In this episode, Cabry and I discuss teaching yourself the skills to run a business, making sacrifices for our future and how to find the perfect partner in business.

Allen Clary spent more than two decades working for others and climbing the corporate ranks where he eventually rose to COO and then CEO. But something was always missing along the way and he often felt fundamentally unhappy, unfulfilled, and ultimately disillusioned. So he ‘quit to start’ more than once on his entrepreneurial journey, sometimes well, sometimes not so well. He had successes and he had stumbles. Then with what he learned, he discovered his unique ability to help others believe in themselves, gain the knowledge, and achieve their dream of independence, creativity, and self-actualization. Allen now teaches Entrepreneurship at the University of South Florida and is an Entrepreneur in Residence at the University of Tampa Lowth Entrepreneurship Center, both nationally ranked entrepreneurship programs. He is a co-founder of the Tampa Bay Wave non-profit startup accelerator, one of the largest in the United States, and is an advisor to many early stage companies. He is a chair for the TIGER 21 international network of outsized successful entrepreneurs and has been directly involved in helping raise more than $50M in early stage capital for his ventures and others. He recently published his first book Quit to Start - How to Discover Your Best Idea, Gain the Confidence, and Plan Your Escape and is dedicated to helping aspiring and early entrepreneurs everywhere realize their fullest potential and achieve their biggest dreams.

In this episode, Allen and I discuss leaving the corporate world, delusional entrepreneurs and how to visualize experiences to get you closer to your dreams.

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