My Best SHIFT

Chantée introduces season 4 of the award winning podcast, My Best SHIFT!
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Chantée L. Christian is a 2021 Northern Virginia 40 Under 40 honoree; a TV Talk Show producer and host for All The Ships; and 2x Amazon International Best-Selling Author that brings over 18 years of management consultant experience in Program/Project Management, Organizational Change Management, and Strategic Planning. Over that time, Chantée has worked with cross functional teams and senior leaders to provide program management, mentorship, assessments, and coaching services. As a certified facilitator, Chantée has developed and delivered various forms of training and engagements for a range of multileveled staff and senior government officials. Chantée earned her Bachelors in Communication with a concentration in Public Relations from George Mason University; and Masters of Business Administration from Webster University. Chantée has a self-proclaimed professional credential alphabet soup that ranges from her bachelor’s degree to her coaching certifications. With her experience and skills, Chantée created a coaching and consulting company, My Best SHIFT, empowers her to present an innovative and distinct perspective to both coaching and consulting. She hosts and moderates an award winning series for Unspoken Truths of Being Black covering relevant topics like the workforce, healthcare, education, and veterans amid the current pandemic and heightened awareness of racial injustice. She is also the host of the award winning podcast, My Best SHIFT!
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Audio Engineering & Music Composition: Dennis D. Johnson with Hitz Muzic Group, LLC ([email protected])
Custom Art Work: Gibran K. McNeal with Mc. + Co. Creative, LLC ([email protected])
Hair: Rob Fooks with Rob Fooks Hair Salon ([email protected])
Creative Director: Janae D. Johnson with Janae Danielle Consulting and Design ([email protected])
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Chantée closes out season 3!
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Thank you for your patience! It's been a wild and fun year. We appreciate your support! Be sure to show some love to my dream team. Check them out on Instagram (listed below in no particular order):

Audio Engineering & Music Composition: @hitzmuzic
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Brows: @fancyfacesstudio
Nails: @sparknails.spa
Make-up: @shannonj.mua
Glasses: @insightopticians
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Have you checked out our award winning podcast series, Unspoken Truths?
Have you checked out our award winning episode with Thema?
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Creative Team: Janae Danielle Consulting and Design ([email protected])
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Thema Azize Serwa joins Chantée to discuss healings correlation with the truth.
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Thema Azize Serwa (Tay-Mah Ah-zeez Sir-wah) is a leading expert in the vaginal steaming industry. She has created a unique method of vaginal steaming that provides over 25 biopsychosocial health benefits that has been ranked #1 in the industry by MakMedia TV. Thema's work has also been talked about in HuffPost for its impact on women entrepreneurs. Her work has been celebrated in local publications, local and international radio, and in households of YouTubers and Facebookers worldwide who travel to get to "Thema's pot". She has also advanced her #HealEverything movement by training and certifying Womb Sauna Practitioners in 9 different countries. She is an empowerment mogul, known for her public speaking, high energy and transparency, and a best-selling author who is dedicated to demonstrating to the world the value and impact of the Womb Sauna experience.
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We are grateful to Thema for joining the My Best SHIFT Podcast family! Left wanting to know more about Thema and the work we discussed…well look no future! To learn more, check out Thema’s website. Still not enough, connect with Thema via: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn.

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INSPIRED ACTIONS/THOUGHTS FOR THIS EPISODE:
How holy is your inner b%tch?
What sacrifices are you will to make to be obedient?
How are you feeling, dealing and healing?
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Audio Engineering & Music Composition: Dennis D. Johnson with Hitz Muzic Group, LLC ([email protected])
Custom Art Work: Gibran K. McNeal with Mc. + Co. Creative, LLC ([email protected])
Photography: R.J. with Peculiar Images by R.J. Paulk ([email protected])
Hair: Rob Fooks with Rob Fooks Hair Salon ([email protected])
Creative Director: Janae D. Johnson with Janae Danielle Consulting and Design ([email protected])
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M. Carmen Lane joins Chantée to discuss life through the lens of a change agent.
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M. Carmen Lane, MSOD is a Cleveland based artist, writer, curator and gestalt coach. They are the founder and director of ATNSC: Center for Healing and Creative Leadership, a socially engaged artist-led retreat, residency, research and exhibition space in the historic Buckeye-Shaker neighborhood. Carmen loves working the intersections of systems thinking, equity, contemporary art and change.
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We are grateful to Carmen for joining the My Best SHIFT Podcast family! Left wanting to know more about Carmen and the work we discussed…well look no future! To learn more, check out Carmen’s websites mcarmenlane.com and mclane.consulting. Still not enough, connect with Carmen via calendly.com/mcarmenlane to dig deeper. Follow Carmen on social media: Instagram: m_crmnlne; Twitter: mcarmenlane; and Org Insta: @atnsc. 

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INSPIRED ACTIONS/THOUGHTS FOR THIS EPISODE:
How do your identities intersect and show up in your everyday life? \
How can you create a distinguishing experience for yourself to know what is required for yourself care?
What is required for your restoration and replenishment?
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THE DREAM TEAM -- CREDITS
Audio Engineering & Music Composition: Dennis D. Johnson with Hitz Muzic Group, LLC ([email protected])
Custom Art Work: Gibran K. McNeal with Mc. + Co. Creative, LLC ([email protected])
Photography: R.J. with Peculiar Images by R.J. Paulk ([email protected])
Hair: Rob Fooks with Rob Fooks Hair Salon ([email protected])
Creative Director: Janae D. Johnson with Janae Danielle Consulting and Design ([email protected])
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J.D. joins Chantée to discuss the power of recharging.
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J.D. Johnson is a native of Petersburg, Virginia. She is a lover of learning and in such has studied, Psychology, African American Studies, Gender, Sexuality, and Women Studies, and Education. She believes that a strong work ethic coupled with radical joy will lead to both the unlocking and stamina needed to see liberation for all materialize in this world. She has had the privilege of being a part of the educational sector for the last decade. She led scholars and professional to rigorous gains both academically and professionally. She leads with empathy, belief, hope and love; shedding societal restrictions and conditions. She prioritizes holistic coaching and wellness to both ground self and those around. To continue operating in purpose, she has recently founded FyreFly 7, which grounds in holistic coaching and creative design. She hopes to continue to lead in this world with always holding the pen to write counter-narratives that elevate the brilliance, resilience, and love of BIPOC folx. In harmony with Audre Lorde words, "When I dare to be powerful - to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid." JD continues to fight with fear in tow, but conviction in lead.
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We are grateful to JD for joining the My Best SHIFT Podcast family! Follow her on IG ( @jdionnejohnson_ & @FyreFly7_); FB (JD Johnson); and LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdjohnson1459).

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INSPIRED ACTIONS/THOUGHTS FOR THIS EPISODE:
How do you recharge?
How are you honoring yourself?
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THE DREAM TEAM -- CREDITS
Audio Engineering & Music Composition: Dennis D. Johnson with Hitz Muzic Group, LLC ([email protected])
Custom Art Work: Gibran K. McNeal with Mc. + Co. Creative, LLC ([email protected])
Photography: R.J. with Peculiar Images by R.J. Paulk ([email protected])
Hair: Rob Fooks with Rob Fooks Hair Salon ([email protected])
Creative Director: Janae D. Johnson with Janae Danielle Consulting and Design ([email protected])
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Janae Johnson joins Chantée to discuss catapulting into an absolute yes.
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Janae D. Johnson is a proud two-time alumna of George Mason University; having obtained a B.S. in Psychology and M.A.I.S. in Higher Education; and has completed multiple certificates from the University of South Florida. 

Since 2011, Janae has worked at Mason and is the Associate Director of Student Employment and Enrichment within the Office of University Branding. In 2020, she founded JanaeDanielle Consulting & Design, LLC to help clients identify and achieve their desired business and event outcomes. 

Within the community, she is a student organization advisor, President of the GMU Black Alumni Chapter, and proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and Alfred Street Baptist Church. Most recently, Janae was honored as a Northern Virginia 40 Under 40 by The Leadership Center and Leadership Fairfax. 

Originally from Petersburg, Virginia, Janae loves spending time with family and friends, reading, and travelling any place warm. She lives by her family motto: “If I can help someone along the way then my living will not be in vain”.
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We are grateful to Janae for joining the My Best SHIFT Podcast family! Check her out on Instagram (@janaedanielleco); and LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdjohnson319/).

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INSPIRED ACTIONS/THOUGHTS FOR THIS EPISODE:
How does your village support you?
How are you checking in with yourself?
What does catapulting into an absolute yes look like for you?
When was the last time you took inventory of your life?
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THE DREAM TEAM -- CREDITS
Audio Engineering & Music Composition: Dennis D. Johnson with Hitz Muzic Group, LLC ([email protected])
Custom Art Work: Gibran K. McNeal with Mc. + Co. Creative, LLC ([email protected])
Photography: R.J. with Peculiar Images by R.J. Paulk ([email protected])
Hair: Rob Fooks with Rob Fooks Hair Salon ([email protected])
Creative Director: Janae D. Johnson with Janae Danielle Consulting and Design ([email protected])
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In this special remastered edition of Unspoken Truths Chantée is joined by panelist, David Christian III, her father! We hope you enjoy their discussion...Being Black in America!
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We are grateful to David for joining us. 

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INSPIRED ACTIONS/THOUGHTS FROM THIS EPISODE:
When did you learn about Black history?
When was the last time you told someone that you were proud of them?
What did you do with the eggs in your basket?
How are you expanding the eyes of the children in your world?
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THE DREAM TEAM -- CREDITS
Audio Engineering & Music Composition: Dennis D. Johnson with Hitz Muzic Group, LLC ([email protected])
Custom Art Work: Gibran K. McNeal with Mc. + Co. Creative, LLC ([email protected])
Photography: R.J. with Peculiar Images by R.J. Paulk ([email protected])
Hair: Rob Fooks with Rob Fooks Hair Salon ([email protected])
Creative Director: Janae D. Johnson with Janae Danielle Consulting and Design ([email protected])
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In this remastered edition of Unspoken Truths Chantée is joined by panelists, Nakia Ridgeway and Sasha Pierre-Louis, as they discuss...Being Black in America! We hope you enjoy it!
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We are grateful to Sasha and Nakia for joining us. 

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INSPIRED ACTIONS/THOUGHTS FROM THIS EPISODE:
What does being intentional look like to you?
How are you supporting the Black women in your life?
How are you using your voice?
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THE DREAM TEAM -- CREDITS
Audio Engineering & Music Composition: Dennis D. Johnson with Hitz Muzic Group, LLC ([email protected])
Custom Art Work: Gibran K. McNeal with Mc. + Co. Creative, LLC ([email protected])
Photography: R.J. with Peculiar Images by R.J. Paulk ([email protected])
Hair: Rob Fooks with Rob Fooks Hair Salon ([email protected])
Creative Director: Janae D. Johnson with Janae Danielle Consulting and Design ([email protected])
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In this remastered edition of Unspoken Truths Chantée is joined by panelists, Sharon Roberts and Carla Hill, as they discuss...Being Black in America! We hope you enjoyed it!
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We are grateful to Sharon and Carla for joining us. Check out the latest and greatest happenings with Carla on Instagram.  

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INSPIRED ACTIONS/THOUGHTS FROM THIS EPISODE:
How are you inspiring people around you?
400 years of slavery is not to be ignored ... Black people are multifaceted.
How are you making your ancestors proud? 
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THE DREAM TEAM -- CREDITS
Audio Engineering & Music Composition: Dennis D. Johnson with Hitz Muzic Group, LLC ([email protected])
Custom Art Work: Gibran K. McNeal with Mc. + Co. Creative, LLC ([email protected])
Photography: R.J. with Peculiar Images by R.J. Paulk ([email protected])
Hair: Rob Fooks with Rob Fooks Hair Salon ([email protected])
Creative Director: Janae D. Johnson with Janae Danielle Consulting and Design ([email protected])
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Tina Collins joins Chantée to discuss what alignment looks and feels like.
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Tina Collins is an award-winning consultant and coach who gets dopamine hits from co-creating happy and prosperous organizations with leaders and their teams. Her focus is on serving the whole individual and leveraging the collective’s experiences and strengths. Her global adventures have led her to believe that—for the most part—all want the same things: a better future, a sense of purpose and fulfilment, and a community to share it all.
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We are grateful to Tina for joining the My Best SHIFT Podcast family! Tina’s thought provoking questions can be found on Instagram. To see what amazing offerings she has check out her website, https://www.tinacollins.ca/.   

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INSPIRED ACTIONS/THOUGHTS FOR THIS EPISODE:
How aligned are you, really?
What benefits have you reaped by focusing on yourself?
How has journaling allowed you to track your growth?
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THE DREAM TEAM -- CREDITS
Audio Engineering & Music Composition: Dennis D. Johnson with Hitz Muzic Group, LLC ([email protected])
Custom Art Work: Gibran K. McNeal with Mc. + Co. Creative, LLC ([email protected])
Photography: R.J. with Peculiar Images by R.J. Paulk ([email protected])
Hair: Rob Fooks with Rob Fooks Hair Salon ([email protected])
Creative Director: Janae D. Johnson with Janae Danielle Consulting and Design ([email protected])
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If you take any of these actions, share them with us via Instagram. AND brag online about your inspired actions/thoughts on social media using #MyBestSHIFT. We love feedback from our listeners via Instagram.

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