Pretty Ambitious

Pretty Ambitious

By Melissa MurcianoEducationSelf-Improvement
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Pretty Ambitious episodes

  • 9: Spring Organizing Ideas for your Home!

    It’s that time again, Spring Cleaning is officially upon us. This is generally the time of year when people start to Spring Clean. I read online that people start on the fourth Sunday in March, just in time for the good weather to arrive.Even though I love the idea of Spring Cleaning what I love more is Spring Organizing. I think it’s a great time to setup new systems in your house. Take stock of what is working and which areas you are slacking. I am in no way a neat freak, or have my home perfectly organized at all times BUT what I do have are systems in place so that when my house does become undone, (because lets face it , it happens to the best of us ) these systems will be in place to make my life easier.

    I challenge you all to organize just ONE area of your home this week. Make sure to take a photo of before and after and tag me at www.instagram.com/prettyambitiouspodcast Pretty Ambitious Podcast on Instagram! I would love to see it.

    Organizing Areas you will hear in this episode: Coat Closet Area, Kitchen Pantry, Laundry Room, Home Office, Kids Room and Bathroom Storage.

    YouTube Channel I mention in this episode: Home Organizing by alejandra.tv To me she is the queen of Organizing. When I discovered her channel I was obsessed! Check out all of her videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcvu0uB6SzugED_5FEC7Z0Q

    Organizing Products Mentioned: (all products mentioned couldn't fit in the show notes, Newsletter coming soon!)

    Best Label Maker: https://www.costco.com/brother-p-touch-2040c-label-maker.product.100504759.html

    Pantry Bins that I have in my pantry currently: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-Pantry-2tier-White-Med-Plastic-Storage-Bin/418770073

    Favorite Binders: https://www.staples.com/Staples-Better-1-5-Inch-D-3-Ring-View-Binder-Teal-13468-CC/product_651742?cid=BNR:651742&ci_src=17588969  

    Interior Designer that inspired the Art Cart Idea:

    Ashley Loving Interiors

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CCeO6FGJjsM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

    My YouTube channel I created 6 years ago: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC38CXMCC8QCEb9LmBYSK8hA  

    ( don’t laugh I thought this was going to be my thing!)

    Thank you for listening!!


     

     






    32 min
  • 8: Creating a Healthy Legacy for Your Family with Edwina Gramuska and Alexis Frank

    In this weeks episode I am talking to Edwina Gramuska and Alexis Frank.

    We are talking about the hard stuff: Creating A Healthy Legacy by pre-planning funeral arrangements for a loved one. (while they are still living)

    It is such an important conversation to have. It’s a conversation that needs to happen but many families don’t talk about these things until it’s too late.

    I loved talking to Edwina and her daughter Alexis, you will learn so much from their experience. I am hoping this conversation will spark families to get together and plan for the hard things.

    Her son Everette couldn’t make it to record with us but he was kind enough to send me his perspective on the entire process and I get to share it with you on today’s show.

    This episode is full of humor, useful information and most of all, an abundance of love. Edwina is creating a beautiful legacy for her family which is extremely evident in the way she raised her two children.

    What we discuss in this episode:

    • Why it’s so important to have these difficult conversations
    • Why it may be more cost effective to pre-pay funeral arrangements
    • Where does one start if they want to start making funeral preparations ahead of time
    • What are all the different types of cost involved
    • Difference between Pre-Paying vs. Pre Planning funeral arrangements
    • Advice for people who may not be comfortable dealing with things ahead of time
    • Resources:

      The company Edwina used was Funeral Directors Life.

      www.funeraldirectorslife.com (be sure to look into what is best for your family)

      800.692.9515 (Abilene, TX)

      If you loved today's episode be sure to share on your social, don't forget to tag @prettyambitiouspodcast on instagram.

      www.instagram.com/prettyambitiouspodcast


      53 min
    • 7: In the Hot Seat with Sharon Singh and Diana Rodriguez

      It’s Women’s History Month!

      In honor of Women’s History Month I am celebrating by having a fun conversation with my two childhood besties Sharon Singh and Diana Rodriguez.

      This episode was created to encourage you to connect with the special women in your life. We are putting each other in the hot seat. We all submitted some questions and had some fun answering them. Some will be funny, some a little more serious but we hope you enjoy us laughing and just reminiscing on growing up together.

      Guests:

      Sharon Singh: www.instagram.com/sharon_lov

      Diana Rodriguez: www.istagram.com/rose_lilly2323

      If you enjoyed this episode be sure to let me know instagram: www.instagram.com/prettyambitiouspodcast

      45 min
    • 6: Podcasts that you need to start listening to now! (My favorite episodes)

      Welcome back! This is my first solo episode. In this episode I’m sharing all of my favorite podcasts that I love. If you listen to any of these podcasts be sure to let me know on social. I would love to hear from you. Also is there any podcasts that I should add to my list of favorites? Let me know on instagram: www.instagram.com/prettyambitiouspodcast

      Check these out:

      THE RACHEL HOLLIS PODCAST:

      Ep 72: This Daily Practice Changed My Life and My Business

      https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/72-this-daily-practice-changed-my-life-and-my-business/id1245763628?i=1000429479026

      Ep 24: Do These 5 Things Every Single Day to Change Your Life

      https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/rise-podcast/id1245763628?i=1000429479311

      40: The Science of Hunger and Body Love with Celebrity Nutritionist Kelly LeVeque

      https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/40-science-hunger-body-love-celebrity-nutritionist/id1245763628?i=1000429479254

      Bonus ( I forgot to mention this one)

      Ep113: Why Is It So Hard to Talk About Money? with Marie Forleo

      https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/113-why-is-it-so-hard-to-talk-about-money-with-marie-forleo/id1245763628?i=1000449223770

      TEN THINGS TO TELL YOU PODCAST:

      Ep 14: Skincare & Makeup with Jamie Golden

      https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-14-skincare-makeup-with-jamie-golden/id1450216100?i=1000436872021

      Ep 41: 10 Tips to organize your photos with Miss Freddy

      https://podcasts.apple.com/ag/podcast/ep-41-10-tips-to-organize-your-photos-with-miss-freddy/id1450216100?i=1000456556488

      UNFUCK YOUR BRAIN WITH Kara Lowentheil

      Ep. 50 People Pleasing 2.0

      https://unfuckyourbrain.com/people-pleasing-2-0/

      Ep. 14 Money Mindset Mistakes

      https://unfuckyourbrain.com/podcast-money-mindset-mistakes/

      Ep. 55 Social Anxiety

      https://unfuckyourbrain.com/social-anxiety/

      STRAIGHT UP WITH TRENT SHELTON

      Ep 2: How to Find Your Purpose

      https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2-how-to-find-your-purpose/id1489061681?i=1000459278706

      THE PETE AND SEBASTIAN SHOW:

      EP. 425

      https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pete-and-sebastian-show-425/id570256898?i=1000490034368

      17 min
    • 5: Having a Special Needs Sibling and Child with Lauren Troche

      On today’s episode Lauren Troche shares her experience of growing up with her autistic brother Russell. She explains how it shaped her life as a person and how it prepared her for life with her special needs son. She offers advice for parents who may think their child may need extra support or may just have received a new diagnosis about their child. I hope you enjoy this episode!

      Be sure to check out her articles below. You can also find Russell’s art at Russells Room at the links below.

      TikTok @RussellsRoom

      https://www.russells-room.com/

      https://www.instagram.com/russellsroom/

      https://www.facebook.com/russellssroom

      Laurens Articles/Blog:

      https://www.charlotteparent.com/Double-Time/

      https://www.russells-room.com/post/reflections-of-a-3rd-generation-girl

      Dyspraxia Website:

      https://dyspraxiausa.org/

      Pantry Pull: https://www.facebook.com/pantrypull

      Don’t forget to tag #prettyambitiouspodcast on social.

      1 hr 4 min
    • 4: Growing a Business using the Power of Social Media with Tara of BEADS by Tara

      Tara grew her business using the power of Social Media and through her hard work and dedication to her customers.

      In this episode we discuss:

      • How Tara started "BEADS by Tara"
      • How she grew her business using the power of social media. 
      • How she gains the trust of her customers
      • Advice on starting a small business and so much more!
      • Guest Info: (Tara)

        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beadsbytara/

        TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beadsbytara?lang=en

        Pinterest:  https://www.pinterest.com/beadsbytara/

        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beadsbytaraa

        website: www.beadsbytara.com

        Influencers discussed in this episode:

        https://www.instagram.com/sivanayla/

        https://www.instagram.com/litaljulia/

        ** If you loved today's episode don't forget to screenshot and post it on your social! Don't forget to tag #prettyambitiouspodcast





        45 min
      • 3: Montessori Method with Ana Rivas

        Ana Rivas, Head of School of Le Port Montessori is joining me as we talk about the following:

        • What is Montessori Education
        • How Montessori Education can benefit early education
        • Advice for parents who have children that are distance learning and so much more!
        • Ana Rivas has a private social media account but if you want more information on services she provides you may email: [email protected]

          ** If you loved today's episode don't forget to screenshot and post it on your social. Don't forget to tag #prettyambitiouspodcast

          instagram: www.instagram.com/prettyambitiouspodcast


          1 hr 8 min
        • 2: Interior Design 101 with Nixsi Design

          In this episode you will be hearing from Los Angeles Interior Designers Nikta Asanad and Sirun Akseralyan of Nixsi Design.

          We discuss the following:

          • What is the difference between being an interior designer and an interior decorator
          • How to get your first client
          • How to get clients to trust you
          • Breaking Barriers in the Interior Design Space
          • Advice on starting an interior design business and so much more!
          • Guest Info:

            For more information on Nixsi Design:

            website: www.nixsidesign.com 

            Instagram: www.instagram.com/nixsi_design

            Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nixsidesign

            ** If you loved today's episode don't forget to screenshot and post it on your social. Don't forget to tag #prettyambitiouspodcast 


            1 hr 6 min
          • 1: Friendship, Vulnerability and Infertility with Diana Rodriguez

            The first episode of the Pretty Ambitious Podcast is here!

            Im your host Melissa Murciano. My very first guest is Diana Rodriguez, in this episode we discuss the importance of friendship, how the Marco Polo app made us be more vulnerable on regular basis and how infertility affects women on very deep levels. Once you hear Diana's amazing story you will instantly feel like "finally someone gets it"! Her emotions are raw and beautifully expressed. 

            Guest Info: Diana Rodriguez

            Instagram: www.instagram.com/rose_lilly2323

            youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN4wApMWsPY4kG5N6xcKqpA 

            If you loved todays episode don't forget to screenshot it and post it on your social! Don't forget to tag #prettyambitiouspodcast 

            www.instagram.com/prettyambitiouspodcast 


            1 hr 29 min
          • Pretty Ambitious Trailer

            Launching January 28th 2021! I cannot wait until you hear the interviews that we have. Your going to be inspired and uplifted by the successful women who have contributed to the Pretty Ambitious Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe and tell your friends.

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          Successful women sharing their journeys and redefining success along the way. Women uplifting women is what we do here, sure its Pretty Ambitious but let's do this together.