STORYTELLHER

Many people fear starting their own business due to the risks involved! In this episode, Deborah will speak with Sandra Beatty, who transitioned from being a piano teacher to a successful entrepreneur. Sandra's success story is a powerful reminder that with determination, support, and the right approach, it is possible to overcome fears and achieve a fulfilling career while maintaining a balanced and happy life!

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

• How did Sandra overcome her initial fears about starting her own business?
• What motivated Sandra to transition from being a piano teacher to an entrepreneur?
• Sandra's background influenced the content and themes of her book 'Wake Up, Rosie Dosie!'.
• Strategies Sandra uses to help entrepreneurs convert website visitors into leads.
• And much more!

About Sandra:

Sandra Beatty has been copywriting since 2017 and studied under Ray Edwards, John Carlton, and Copyhackers. She's written copy and created marketing strategies for Lisa Larter, Alan Weiss, and Shelle Rose Charvet, among others. In May 2022, she became a published children's author under the pseudonym Mrs. Bee. With seven years of experience in website messaging and strategy, she works with established solopreneurs to get their websites to convert more visitors into leads.

Connect with Sandra Beatty!

Website: https://www.sandrabeatty.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beattysandra/

Book Recommendations:

Embraced by the Light: The Most Profound and Complete Near-Death Experience Ever by Betty J. Eadie 

Wake Up, Rosie Dosie! by Mrs Bee 

Connect with Deborah Kevin:

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Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher

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Studying abroad opens doors to a world of experiences beyond the classroom! Join Deborah as she speaks with Noemi Beres about how studying abroad at a young age shapes a person's life. Noemi applies the lessons from her international education in her current business venture, which connects entrepreneurs and business owners with podcasting opportunities!

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

• How did Noemi's experience as an exchange student in Denmark at age 16 impact her confidence?
• Noemi's international adventures have equipped her with the skills necessary to excel as "the queen of podcast connections."
• Specific challenges she faced while simultaneously dealing with grief and launching a new business venture.
• Noemi's advice for podcast guesting and what to expect from her upcoming masterclass.
• And much more!

About Noemi:

Noemi Beres, Co-Owner of Podcast Connections, specializes in connecting entrepreneurs and business owners with top-quality podcast shows, enhancing their lives through meaningful connections and knowledge sharing. With a Master’s Degree in Danish Literature and Language, she brings linguistic expertise to her role. Noemi, a seasoned content creator and skilled organizer, has been active in online marketing since 2007. Outside work, she enjoys crafting hand-sewn collages, playing hang and frame drums, and is passionate about walking.

Connect with Noemi Beres!

Website: https://www.podcastconnections.co/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noemiberes/

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

Book Recommendation: 

The Go-Giver, Expanded Edition: A Little Story about a Powerful Business Idea  by Bob Burg and John David Mann

Connect with Deborah Kevin:

Website: www.deborahkevin.com

Substack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/

Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher

Check out Highlander Press:

Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.com

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Do you sometimes try hard to fit in and be liked by everyone? Wanting to be accepted is natural, but why hide your true self to conform? Deborah invites you to join her conversation with Cheri Andrews, where they explore the significance of having the courage to stand out and claim your place in the spotlight. They'll explore the journey of confidently being yourself and letting others see and appreciate who you really are!

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

• What led Cheri to stop fitting in and decide to stand out instead?
• Steps you can take to become more comfortable with being seen for who you truly are.
• What is a flat fee service, and how does Cheri's client benefit from utilizing this type of service?
• What are trademarks and copyrights, and why should you consider obtaining them for your business?
• And much more!

About Cheri:

Cheri D. Andrews, Esq., Small Business and Trademark Attorney. Cheri Andrews helps small business owners legally protect their business so they can sleep better at night. Using flat-rate pricing, Cheri works with entrepreneurs on business formation, contracts, copyrights, and trademarks. When she’s not crossing t’s and dotting i’s, Cheri loves to travel, read, get messy with mixed media art, and hang out with her grandson Connor.

Connect with Cheri Andrews!

Website: https://www.cheriandrews.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheri-andrews/

Facebook Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/YourSmallBusinessAttorney/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sbletstalklegal

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

Book Recommendation:

The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown

Connect with Deborah Kevin:

Website: www.deborahkevin.com

Substack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/

Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher

Check out Highlander Press:

Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.com

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpress

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Music plays a crucial role in human existence, even if we don't always realize it! Join Deborah in her conversation with Yvonne Caputo as they explore the profound impact of music and its ability to weave narratives, transporting individuals through time. Music has the power to touch everyone, connecting us across time and space!

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

• What did Yvonne learn about her father while writing the book?
• Engaging in conversations about death has positively impacted a relationship.
• How can music reconnect us with our past?
• Why is the Five Wishes document considered an important tool for end-of-life planning?
• And much more!

About Yvonne:

Yvonne Caputo has been a teacher. She has also been the head of Human Resources at a retirement community, a corporate trainer and consultant, and a psychotherapist. She has a master’s degree in education and clinical psychology. Her book, Flying with Dad, is a story about her relationship with her father through his telling of World War II stories. Her second book, Dying with Dad. It shares how she and her dad talked about what he wanted in the end.

Connect with Yvonne Caputo!

Website: https://ingeniumbooks.com/yvonne-caputo/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonne-caputo-1449137/

Book Recommendations:

Bittersweet (Oprah's Book Club): How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole by Susan Cain 

Five Wishes Paper

Connect with Deborah Kevin:

Website: www.deborahkevin.com

Substack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/

Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher

Check out Highlander Press:

Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.com

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpress

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We often overlook how harshly we judge ourselves, which can lead to feeling unhealthy and unhappy. Nonetheless, there are always avenues for transformation! Deborah invites you to join her conversation with Maureen "Mo" Cooper on incorporating sustainable lifestyle changes. Mo's philosophy empowers individuals to unlock their inherent capacity to lead their most optimal, healthy, and gratifying lives!

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

• Mo's experience of feeling ashamed and unworthy because of past trauma.
• The importance of time management and mindset as the foundation for achieving health goals.
• Small, sustainable changes that can lead to lasting results.
• The five pillars of health.
• And much more!

About Maureen:

Maureen “Mo" Cooper, a weight loss coach, didn’t prioritize health until 39! After years of roller coaster diets and bad info, she took matters into her own hands. Now 53, her clients possess simple tools she uses herself for a healthy, fun life! A sustainable health path and weight loss, too! Your best health is closer than you think, and she is excited for you to live your best life of health, vitality, and fun!

Connect with Maureen "Mo" Cooper!

Website: https://momindbodysoul.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mocoopercoaching/

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

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpmeqBs82pzS_66DVThNTQ

A complimentary one-on-one coaching session that will help you frame out the next key step in your weight loss journey! https://calendly.com/moglow/feelbetternow?month=2024-05

Resources: 

Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear 

Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking by Jon Acuff 

The Code of the Extraordinary Mind: 10 Unconventional Laws to Redefine Your Life and Succeed on Your Own Terms by Vishen Lakhiani 

The Buddha and the Badass: The Secret Spiritual Art of Succeeding at Work by Vishen Lakhiani 

Connect with Deborah Kevin:

Website: www.deborahkevin.com

Substack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/

Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher

Check out Highlander Press:

Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.com

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"I am not ready yet" is a phrase that aspiring business owners often use, and it can impede their success by delaying the start of their ventures! Join Deborah as she speaks with Joanne Flynn Black about nurturing strong relationships and connections as fundamental pillars of success. Establishing a supportive community will undoubtedly enhance your chances of success!

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

• How do excuses impact an individual's ability to achieve their goals?
• Collaborate with others to strategize effectively and build your dream business!
• What is Mighty Networks, and what services does it provide?
• The key steps involved in building a thriving online community.
• And much more!

About Joanne:

Joanne Flynn Black did the thing that many people have on their list: She left her corporate job. Sold all of her belongings. And packed what was left in her backpack. And then she traveled around the world. She wrote a book about her experience, In Motion: Around the World in Love and Heartbreak, which is coming out this year. When she is not traveling, she works with others to strategize and build their dream business with an online community.

Connect with Joanne Flynn Black!

Website: https://launchb4.com/about-me/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanneflynnblack/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchb4

Book recommendation:

Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert 

Connect with Deborah Kevin:

Website: www.deborahkevin.com

Substack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/

Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher

Check out Highlander Press:

Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.com

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpress

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Introverts are often misunderstood, with their quiet demeanor sometimes mistaken for aloofness or disinterest. It's crucial to gain a better understanding of their nature! Join Deborah as she speaks with Jennifer Nichols about introverts' unique strengths and qualities. Introversion is not a weakness to be overcome but rather a power to be harnessed and celebrated!

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

• Jennifer's journey from shyness to embracing her authentic self.
• Misconceptions about introverts and what they truly are.
• In what ways does Jennifer support women in navigating and mastering their online presence?
• The strategies or techniques you can use to maintain a healthy and balanced relationship with social media.
• And much more!

About Jennifer:

Jennifer Nichols is a social media confidence coach who has spent years helping clients create social media content while overcoming their fears, frustrations, and excuses. Her passion is helping people see their true potential and overcome whatever is holding them back from achieving it. Jenn knows first-hand how to build confidence and create successful social media content because she’s done it herself - after overcoming her own fear of being in the public eye.

Connect with Jennifer Nichols!

Website: https://www.bloomandhustle.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifernicholsbusack/

Book recommendations:

The Fred Factor: How Passion in Your Work and Life Can Turn the Ordinary Into the Extraordinary by Mark Sanborn 

Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain

Connect with Deborah Kevin:

Website: www.deborahkevin.com

Substack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/

Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher

Check out Highlander Press:

Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.com

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpress

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

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

In the busyness of daily life, we often forget to listen to our bodies. This oversight can harm our well-being! Join Deborah as she speaks with Kelly Lutman about recognizing and meeting our body's needs. Kelly will share practical tips to help us prioritize self-care and improve our overall well-being. Let's cherish and care for our bodies, giving them the support they need to thrive!

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

• Kelly's journey of reframing her values impacted her personal and professional life.
• What are some practical steps individuals can take to reframe their values?
• Practices or techniques that can help individuals differentiate between genuine bodily needs and cravings for comfort foods.
• How does incorporating pauses and movement into daily routines impact overall well-being?
• And much more!

About Kelly:

Kelly Lutman has been fascinated by the power of food ever since helping resolve her son’s ADHD by simply changing what he ate. A health coach certified in Applied Functional Medicine, Kelly believes that symptoms are the body’s cries for help and that the body can heal when provided the building blocks it needs. She meets each client where they are and guides them in identifying changes that will help them experience the vitality they were missing.

Connect with Kelly Lutman!

Website: https://pursuewellnessforyou.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellylutman/

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

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

Book Recommendation:

The Holy Bible—King James Version 

Connect with Deborah Kevin:

Website: www.deborahkevin.com

Substack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/

Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher

Check out Highlander Press:

Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.com

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpress

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

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

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

• What prompted Stephanie to shift her mindset and embrace her unique approach to leadership?
• Allowing your team to operate in their zone of genius contributes to their productivity and satisfaction.
• Learning how your brain works will help you run your business as YOU!
• Why is joining a community of like-minded entrepreneurs important in your entrepreneurial journey?
• And much more!

About Stephanie:

When the executive she supported got promoted, Stephanie quickly realized that her work eliminating executives' “administrivia” directly contributed to their success. After falling in love with working remotely, she saw the opportunity to bring virtual support to small businesses. Stephanie founded Exec Wranglers in 2018 to help entrepreneurs & executives free up their precious time and focus on their passion. Stephanie is also a single mom of one amazing teenage boy & two dogs and an avid concertgoer.

Connect with Stephanie Fritts!

Website: https://www.execwranglers.com/

Sign up for Exec Wrangler's monthly newsletter and receive a FREE Delegation Strategy Worksheet: https://howdy.execwranglers.com/public/form/view/60a7eb6e14f71f06cd72ae23

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-fritts-exec-wranglers/

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

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

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/execwranglers

Book Recommendations:

The Universe Has Your Back: Transform Fear to Faith by Gabrielle Bernstein 

The Four Tendencies: The Indispensable Personality Profiles That Reveal How to Make Your Life Better (and Other People's Lives Better, Too) by Gretchen Rubin 

The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music by Dave Grohl 

Connect with Deborah Kevin:

Website: www.deborahkevin.com

Substack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/

Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher

Check out Highlander Press:

Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.com

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpress

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

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

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

• Nicole's journey with her intuitive abilities and how she reveals it to others.
• The transformative program FLOW and its components.
• Practical tips for developing intuition and how the 'game of three' works.
• Nicole's programs include the 'Intuitive Languages Blueprint' and other offerings.
• And much more!

About Nicole:

Nicole Meltzer, the founder of the transformative program Flow, has helped thousands of people tap into and trust their intuition through her international intuitive circles, programs, guided meditations, and presentations. In her international best-selling book, Intuitive Languages, Nicole guides the reader through the process of building their unique intuitive language. Nicole is passionate about showing others how easy and fun intuitive communication can be. Always practical yet light-hearted, audiences leave her talks feeling empowered with new skills and knowledge while being entertained.

Connect with Nicole Meltzer!

Website: https://nicolemeltzer.com/

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

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

Book Recommendation: 

The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield 

Connect with Deborah Kevin:

Website: www.deborahkevin.com

Substack: https://debbykevin.substack.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/

Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher

Check out Highlander Press:

Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.com

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpress

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

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