Sharing Passion and Purpose

His vintage car driving service includes classic automobiles from the 1930's to 1960's, and provides transportation for weddings, as well as serving as props in photo shoots. 

During this visit, Mike shares more about his background, how his second career is going as well as offering some tips to consider when taking headshots.

You can connect with Mike online, https://miketedford.com

A fresh coat of paint can make all the difference in transforming a space. Someone who knows this first hand is Lori Medik, Co-owner of Five Star Painting of Tulsa. She and her husband, Trevor Bass, are partners in this venture. Lori works in production, where her attention to detail and strong work ethic and outstanding communication and follow-up skills make her painting business stand out from the rest.

During this visit, Lori shares more about her background as an entrepreneur, including experience running multiple businesses prior to starting Five Star Painting of Tulsa, what it's like to work in a male-dominated industry, and how although her core values don't align with the overall painting industry,  she is working to create positive change for the environment. 

It’s been a decade since our last interview with local radio/tv personality and Tulsa Kids “Dad Rocks” Blogger, Lynn Hernandez and a lot has changed over the years. His career, like many others, has evolved and changed substantially due to technology and social media. We’ll catch you up with his life as a single dad raising two kids, some career updates and what’s he’s currently working on.

When Ashley Campbell’s first child was a toddler, it was happenstance that she ran across an article about a family who devoted a full year to traveling the world. That article seemed to spark the belief in her that one day it might be possible for her family to do the same. At the time, she and her husband, Chris, visited about the possibility and it quickly became an idea they couldn’t shake. In fact, their desire seemed to grow. Years passed, their family burgeoned to five children, and so did their savings designated for the trip. Their dream became a reality in June 2022 when her family embarked on 365 days of travel abroad. During this episode, you'll learn more about  how this family of seven was able to take the trip of a lifetime and what they gained from their incredible journey.

Connect with Ashley online: 

Instagram: @underthesycamore

Facebook: Under the Sycamore

Welcome to Season 8! In this short conversation (less than 15 minutes), you'll hear more about my personal experience of when it clicked for me that you should pursue a career and life that you are passionate about. 

Looking forward to some insightful guests and good conversations this season. Next week you'll hear from Ashly Campbell, Creative Entrepreneur and Lead Creator @underthesycamore.

Look for new episodes every week! Happy Tuesday!

As I wrap-up Season 7, I share about how my "Grow More in 2024" theme applies to the Sharing Passion and Purpose Podcast by growing the conversation through Live Events. I started an in-person live podcast event for women to come together to connect, learn and grow called "Conversations with Passion and Purpose". I also announce the next date of the in-person event in the fall (It's September 13th!) with my guest, Amy Siegfried, CEO & Co-Founder of Last Night's Game. The topic we'll discuss is how to find your key differentiator professionally and/or personally to identify your competitive edge, create confidence through sports and the art of making small talk.

If you are interested in learning more about being a sponsor of an upcoming in-person event, there are several options available! Please email me directly: [email protected] to learn about these opportunites to share more about your product and business. 

Also, I'm taking a break this summer to plan for Season 8. If you have any guests that you want me to reach out to, please email me or send a DM! See you again on August 20th!

Check out this Bonus Episode! It's a podcast recording of the Live May Event. Conversations with Passion and Purpose with special guest, Cyndi Kane. I'm sharing a portion of this live conversation for listeners to get a sneak peek into what a live event is like! Warning: the audio recording has alot of background noise given the large room.

Summer can be a busy time for parents. Between work, camp, daycare, sports, and the menagerie of other activities that occur during the summer months, it can be difficult to juggle it all. This month we’re visiting with a Mom who is looking to empower other working Mothers to reclaim their time, energy and well-being.

Danielle Melton is the Founder of MOTHERboard, an online community of supportive, dynamic and driven moms. Following it’s inception, this organization, rooted in Tulsa, quickly gained momentum among working moms across the globe. Part of the appeal of this organization is being a part of a supportive community and offering access to resources that help working moms curb burnout and truly thrive. In addition to starting MOTHERboard, Danielle has written a goal setting workbook and is also very active in the foster care community.

To learn more about MOTHERboard, visit: JoinMotherboard.com

SPECIAL THANKS:

A huge thank you to the sponsor of this podcast, KED Styled. Kristy Eller DeBoer is a personal stylist and wardrobe consultant who works with clients to help them shine from the inside out! Her concierge customization services assist clients in identifying their personal style while taking the guess work out of what to wear. Her results provide clients with comfort and confidence in themselves and their wardrobes. When you look good, you feel good.

Check out KED Styled online at KEDstyled.com.

Deedra Determan is a powerhouse visionary and realized, early in her career, the power of social media to gain market share. Deedra is the Founder of D2 Branding, a marketing firm specializeing in highly targeted Digital Marketing using social media campaigns that drive customers and get results. Her “do it my way" (Also the name of her podcast) approach has enabled her to create a business and a life that she is passionate about. During this conversation she shares what led to starting her own business, her outside-the-box thinking, and the importance of creating your own network to maximize your opportunities.

To learn more about Deedra and D2 Branding, visit: D2Branding.com

SPECIAL THANKS TO MY PODCAST SPONSOR:

I would like to thank my sponsor, Dr. Jaclyn Duvall, The OK Headache Doctor.  Dr. Duvall is a Mayo Clinic trained neurologist who is certified in Headache Medicine and runs Headache Specialists of Oklahoma here in Tulsa.

If you suffer from headaches or migraines, you're not alone. Migraine affects 1 billion people worldwide. In fact, Migraine is the #1 cause of disability in women ages 15 - 55. So, if you’d like to learn more about migraine or find out how you can effectively manage migraine with a specialist, schedule a visit with Dr. Duvall's office. To learn more or schedule a visit, check out: hsoo.org.

There’s a well known phrase, "Bloom where you are planted" & there are many ways this phrase is applicable to my conversation with Dr. Erica Kumar. For starters, she has done exactly that. During our visit, you’ll hear how she is playing her cards right in embracing opportunities and has created a life she loves with her family in Tulsa, Oklahoma. You’ll also learn about her involvement in philanthropy, including serving as co-chair with her husband Neel, for the Stacked Deck Fundraiser in Sept. She shares more about Resonance, the women’s organization directly benefitting from the fundraiser and how this fundraiser really helps to support the women who have the cards stacked against them. She also gives some excellent advice for anyone at any stage! To learn more about Resonance, visit: Resonancetulsa.org.

SPECIAL THANKS TO MY PODCAST SPONSOR:

I would like to thank my sponsor, Dr. Jaclyn Duvall, The OK Headache Doctor.  Dr. Duvall is a Mayo Clinic trained neurologist who is certified in Headache Medicine and runs Headache Specialists of Oklahoma here in Tulsa.

If you suffer from headaches or migraines, you're not alone. Migraine affects 1 billion people worldwide. In fact, Migraine is the #1 cause of disability in women ages 15 - 55. So, if you’d like to learn more about migraine or find out how you can effectively manage migraine with a specialist, schedule a visit with Dr. Duvall's office. To learn more or schedule a visit, check out: hsoo.org.