Stacked Keys Podcast

Eloise Stewart of Eloise Design Company is spot on with figuring out the life and career challenges both for herself and for others and creating a creative space for others. The decision to begin her business started with helping people, but she first reached out to others to help her start out and she looked toward honest mentors. School was a struggle for her but she worked hard to memorize or study to make things click and that helped her become the entrepreneur she is today and makes her a better teacher with bite size learning steps. Eloise says her biggest strength are the people put in her path who she collaborates and partners with who teach and stretch her and give her opportunities. Her team divides work and they spend time monthly to brainstorm and get the plans set with everyone contributing both for their own company and the clients they serve. Books that impress Eloise include Contagious: Why Things Catch On by Jonah Berger. Marketing is relational for both individuals and businesses—need to stop comparing themselves to others.Song used by permission “STOMP” written by Donica Knight and Jim Huff

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Laura Bethea joins us on Stacked Keys Podcast to share insights on business, personal growth, raising kids and marriage. She’s an Alabama native and is launching her life in small town USA…not a temporary community for them. She started out in film and graphic design and when she landed in Florence it’s been a path. Laura is candid and I think lets you inside to feel the fears, frustrations and growth. Laura has lost a job and created three business launches. We go into ennagrams—Laura is a 7—she’s creative, sharp mind and fast brain BUT doesn’t get caught up in the is this good enough. To her younger self she says that you can serve your family from a place of fullness. Tune in!Song used by permission "Stomp" written by DOnica Knight and Jim Huff

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Being a female leader in the food industry is hard and she shares a frustrating experience where she didn't get treated the same as male counterparts. Kala says she’s stubborn, sassy and a hard worker and knowing her own personalty is one way for her to know how and why she acts under pressure and it makes her a better employer and employee. Kala, a culinary/business graduate from the University of North Alabama, is in the culinary world serving up dishes that perhaps your Grandmother created. Kayla grew up playing competitive sports and says that helped her in the culinary industry. She says that you don’t get to quit and you have to work hard —just like it is on a sport team. You can find both Kayla and her husband in the kitchen when they aren’t working—they switch off who’s cooking when. When she talks about marriage, she and her spouse have the thought that each partner is giving 100 percent in the relationship, not 50/50.Hard work pays off in the relationship world and in the work world.Life is mentally and physically hard, but somehow they manage with an awesome work team. This couple spends a week of their vacation in Hawaii — from the beach, to the rainforest, to the mountains — what a romantic place to spend with that someone special. With the Hawaiian influence, she taught herself to play the ukulele.We talk about her thoughts of education, personalty types and so much more! Join us and subscribe!Song used by permission "Stomp" by Donica Knight and Jim Huff

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Our guest on this episode is Monica Mitchell who’s the Main Street director in Cordele, Georgia. She explained the Main Street marketing concept and shares some of the downtown love—the heart of soul of the town. There are an average of 85 trains a day that go through Cordele —the locals say it sounds like money when those trains go through the community. There are only two other diamond tracks in the state of Georgia and one is in Cordele, Georgia. So much happening in this little community! Rural communities sometimes lose the young people, but through educating the public of what is happening in the area both the appreciation and love can grow. Monica shares insights of the importance of mentoring and what it’s like to raise a family in rural America.Song used by permission "Stomp" by Donica Knight and Jim Huff

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Welcome to Stacked Keys Podcast I’m your host Amy StackhouseA podcast to feature women who are impressive in the work world-- or in raising a family -- or who have hobbies that can make us all be encouraged. Want to hear what makes these women passionate and get up in the morning or what they wish they had known earlier in life? Grab your keys and STOMP to your own drum. April Cheek has so much to share about real estate, adoption, family, married life and more. Want to know if you love a house? Imagine it at Christmas or holiday time. Adoption? Wow there are tons of aspects to consider. April encourages preconceived notions to stop. She hammers through some tough topics that every single person needs to hear. It’s a chance for pulling back the layers and examine. Motherhood can turn life upside down…so take it a day at the time. People pleaser? That’s a tough nut to crack. Share your heart and realize that people have options on everything and being a voice is very hard…and it’s okay. This conversation sure opened some moments to shed light in areas, so tune in and share away! Make sure you catch her husband who's a guest on this week @thedailystackSong used by permission "Stomp" written by Donica Knight and Jim Huff.

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Connie Bainbridge is on the podcast and you will be exhausted hearing what goes into her day! But at the same time you'll be inspired by her passion for the communities where she’s plugged in— the right blend lands someone to spend their dollars to come to a community. She’s been involved in economic development for many years and that means she knows a lot of people. It is relationships, relationships, relationships and Connie is out to make a community better and fulfill what she calls her purpose and worthy work. She definitely has a servant's heart. She is a lifelong learner! Tune in!Song used by permission: "Stomp" written by Donica Knight and Jim Huff.

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Lynn was in a very male dominated career path when she entered management and she knocked it out of the park! She’s got success in life and can tell you that there’s one thing that you just can’t buy and that is time. Meet Lynn Tucker Kyle. We dive into conversation and cover some of the corner stones of our lives and she gives some wine buying and drinking tips that help to educate. Lynn and host Amy are long time friends—Lynn was actually Amy’s boss years ago and she had standards for customer service that she instilled in her employees daily—listening to a customer and helping them discover what they need is a skill. The conversation covers aspects of customer service, hard work, social interaction skills and friendship that stand the test of time.Traveling with Lynn gives her companions the non-touristy side of travel where finding the smaller and the unique aspects of a city is where the beauty lives. Her mantra is that everything she does in life is an experience and she entered the travel industry so she could teach people to learn how to travel on domestic and international trips so they can create memories.We laughed about the boxes we try to check as parents—sometimes you can’t claim credit for things your kids do right, but we want to! Biggest advice Lynn has for parents is to build communication so there’s an open line of communication long before teenage years. Don’t always be the talker, be a listener too. We talk about her son Trevor’s children’s book called “The Button Eyed Bear” and the impact of that story.Song used by permission "Stomp" written by Donica Knight and Jim Huff.

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Golden Radish Awards are the chance to showcase. To shine light on the efforts of those in school districts across Georgia who are getting local grown produce on the plates of students and who are integrating creative techniques to teach the process of farm to school — where the food starts and all of the different aspects to get it to the plate. Much of the education is incorporated through hands on activity and covers state academic standardsThe Award is presented by the Georgia Department of Education, Georgia Department of Agriculture, Georgia Department of Public Health, the UGA Cooperative Extension, and Georgia Organics. Winning LEAs are recognized by the leaders of these five groups every October.  90 Georgia school districts with outstanding Farm to School accomplishments were recognized at the 2019 Golden Radish Awards.Song used by permission "Stomp" written by Donica Knight and Jim Huff.

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Marie and Pat are amazing women who've experienced some of life’s ups and downs and are living life fully. They are beautiful independent women. Marie lived in Germany during wartime as a child and shares some of her experiences with us. She also embraces adventure and continues to travel to exciting destinations. Pat is independent and determined even as a young child. At 14, Pat came down with Polio and says that maybe it was a blessing as it changed her whole life. Both ladies worked a variety of jobs that are fascinating as they raised their children. Before you finish listening, you will feel encouraged to seize the moment and see the opportunities as they come your way.These two were precious. My take away was to not ever stop living. The conversation was fun and I see that relationships and memories build a lifetime.Song used by permission "Stomp" written by Donica Knight and Jim Huff.

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A lot happens in this episode with Stella Williams Bailey of Be A Star With Stella! Talk about success and an advocate for women! This lady is honored across Georgia for her impact. She coaches individuals to be their best self as they find the confidence to meet their goals and she challenges us all throughout this conversation as it winds from finding your purpose and direction to bringing awareness of individuals with special needs—and practical ways to show support. Tune in because I KNOW you’ll enjoy meeting Stella as much as I did!Song used by permission "Stomp" written by Donica Knight and Jim Huff

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