Welcome to the Making Sense of Success podcast with Daniela Figueroa and Ciarra Ceja. In this episode, we meet Maegan Culberson, a creative producer and blogger management coordinator. She is also creator of the "Single Girl Club". We talk about meditation, manifestation, faith and the impact of relationships. Enjoy! xo

Check out: 

https://www.instagram.com/meagan.ayana/

https://www.instagram.com/singlegirlclubdotcom/

https://www.singlegirlclub.com/

In this episode, we meet Julia Parzyck (aka "FitFatAndAllThat), a body positive/body acceptance influencer and eating disorder recovery coach from Denver, Colorado. We talk about her previous work experience and how that has helped her discover her current path. Julia  shares her grandmother's words of advice and just being along for the ride. She touches on finding her purpose, looking at her do's and don'ts in life, and to just START. We also talk about how relationships can either be your support system or really affect your experiences and successes in our day-to-day lives as support systems are KEY. Things have a way of working out! Enjoy xo

Check out:

https://www.instagram.com/fitfatandallthat/

In this episode, we meet Tabitha Mirza, a young professional working at the Women's Chamber of Commerce in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

In this episode, we meet April Williams, the CEO and founder of "Bottled With Love", a handcrafted and all natural skin care collection. She talks about her experiences dealing with acne throughout her whole life and how natural products helped treat her skin. We also talk about the community the skin care world has built. April shares her love for Oprah Winfrey and defining success based on what's her truth and whether it aligns with her purpose and truth. She also talks about the beauty of running a small business and being able to customize her products to her customers' needs. Just keep going and DO NOT be afraid of failure!

Check out: 

https://www.instagram.com/bottledwlove/

https://bottledwithlove.net/

In this episode, we meet Lily Killar, the woman behind Killadyes (a small tie dye clothing business) and future lawyer. She talks about her inspiration from her parents to do what you are passionate about and explains how her journey into the business world with tie dye started in the Kenzie Elizabeth ILYSM facebook group driven by the support of other members.  Lily explains how her OCD and anxiety affected her school experience growing up and how switching to a "hippie" school and other schools later on supported her personal development. She also talks about when her mother and family decided to start a non-profit program called the "South End Children's Cafe" in one of the most food insecure areas in Albany where her mother grew up. Lily also shares details about her experience as a TA for a college learning program in a local jail and shares her goals for Killadyes! Do whatever makes you happy!

In this episode, we meet Lily Killar, the woman behind Killadyes (a small tie dye clothing business) and future lawyer. She talks about her inspiration from her parents to do what you are passionate about and explains how her journey into the business world with tie dye started in the Kenzie Elizabeth ILYSM facebook group driven by the support of other members.  Lily explains how her OCD and anxiety affected her school experience growing up and how switching to a "hippie" school and other schools later on supported her personal development. She also talks about when her mother and family decided to start a non-profit program called the "South End Children's Cafe" in one of the most food insecure areas in Albany where her mother grew up. Lily also shares details about her experience as a TA for a college learning program in a local jail and shares her goals for Killadyes! Do whatever makes you happy!

Check out:

https://www.instagram.com/killadyes/

https://www.instagram.com/janedottievintage/

http://www.southendchildrenscafe.com/

In this episode, we meet Hannah Ashton, an almost 21 year old college youtuber and entrepreneur. She talks about her journey from starting YouTube  at a young age and how it has become a part of her life showcasing female empowerment, faith, and how she runs her businesses. Hannah talks about how staying motivated by consuming motivational content (e.g. instagram following and podcasts) helps to set her up for success on a daily basis. Hannah shares advice for starting your personal brand by digging deep into your story to set yourself apart, personalize it and being relatable and open. We also talk about choosing your platforms, the importance of being consistence, and balancing your life. She talks about her experience starting the Dream  Achieve Workbook and how she uses her calendar as a tool to balance her day-to-day. Hannah flips the switch on our co-hosts and asks Daniela and Ciarra what they aspire their communities to be! Always make sure to believe in yourself and your ideas!

Check out: 

https://www.instagram.com/misshannahashton/?hl=en

https://www.youtube.com/user/MissInnerBeauty2

Hannah's Shop: https://shophannahashton.com/

Stile and Co: https://stileandco.com/collections/all-flatlay-backdrops

Briogeo Hair: https://briogeohair.com/

Golde: https://golde.co/

In this episode, we meet Shelby Cooke, the brains behind Shop Lutley. We talk about how its a little hard to juggle knowing what steps to take while being in the process of moving apartments. Shelby talks about how the tie dying came about during the pandemic and a corporate internship. Being able to have a creative outlet is a number one priority for her and with her store and how she has been able to combine her corporate knowledge and teachings  to find her idea of success. Shelby has big plans for the future of her brand and its the cutest idea we had ever heard!

Shop Lutley

https://shoplutely.com 

In this episode, we meet Tatyana ZW Alanis, a corporate employee with such an amazing artsy side! She talks about how her mother taught her to stay true to herself and the strictness that comes with working in the corporate world. However, working from home as a result of the pandemic has provided more opportunities for people outside of their nine to five. Tatyana also talks about starting her side hustle, Jane Dottie Vintage, within the last year, how she came to make her unique and vintage fabric scrunchies, and the support of her family throughout the whole process. We also talk about the unethical and unsustainable practices behind fast fashion and the importance of supporting business with ethical and sustainable practices. At times there can be a lot going on, and everyone has something they're dealing with so it is important to remember that kindness still exists in the world!

Check out:

https://www.janedottie.com/

https://www.instagram.com/janedottievintage/

https://www.instagram.com/tatyanazhane/

In this episode, we meet Bri Martinez, a content creator who is an avid self-love advocate. She talks about how life as never being the slimmest person and how hard it was growing up. Daniela and Ciarra talk about how they experienced lots of similarities of not being the ideal thin body. Bri also speaks of the best part of her day and how important it is for her to speak to someone and help someone be the best version of themselves. Distinguishing life and internet life has been super hard but Bri and her significant other have been able to conquer the hardships by not being super public of their relationship. Bri emphasizes the concept that many females do things that make them feel good and not for the approval of men or anyone else. You do not have to explain yourself to anyone. DO IT FOR YOU AND YOUR HAPPINESS!!

Check out:

Bri Martinez

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXVYsGbIzthIMUwZOMCFhIg

Small Biz S/O

Shop Babes

https://shopbabes.com 

The Lip Bar

https://thelipbar.com

The Honey Pot Co,

https://thehoneypot.co