Are you holding something back? Are you staying quiet when there's a part of you aching to speak up? I hope this lesson I recently received about self-expression encourages you to open up, use your voice and find your peace. 

Exactly one year ago today I recorded a podcast episode from the beach in Playa del Carmen, Mexico and shared that I was determined to relocate to the country and start my next chapter there. Well, one year later -- here's how I made that happen, and the lessons I've learned along the way!

You'll also notice that I've updated the name of the podcast from Support is Sexy to The Elayne Fluker Show. If you've been a long-time listener since I launched the podcast in 2016: (1) I appreciate you so much and (2) You can expect more of the same great conversations as well as my own life lessons on the show. I believe the name change allows us to be more expansive with the conversations and for me to present leaders, innovators and motivators who will support YOU no matter where you are in personal or professional journey. I hope you'll continue to take this ride with me! 

Onward!

I'm here, on the beach in Mexico, taking the first step toward my dream of living in this beautiful country full-time. I'm exploring the possibilities -- and I'm encouraging you to do the same. Where are you standing still in your life when you know deep down it's time to make a move. Where are you settling when you could be soaring? Now is the time to dream of the possibilities, and put a plan in place. Let's do this!

Eduardo Placer is the Founder and CEO of Fearless Communicators® —which is diverse, inclusive, public speaking coaching business that works with emerging and accomplished thought leaders on what they say and how they say it. Fearless Communicators® teaches clients how to bring their whole body, mind, heart and spirit to a moment and channel their message in service of an audience.   

Originally from Miami, FL, Eduardo Placar is the proud son and grandson of immigrants, who fled both fascism in Spain and communism in Cuba. Prior to starting Fearless Communicators®, he was a professional actor for over 15 years, performing in over 35 plays and musicals throughout the United States.

During a live chat with Eduardo via LinkedIn Live, we talked about creating your signature piece as a thought leader, what the pillars are of a powerful talk, how to communicate with authentic power, connectign with your audience through your story and so much more. Listen to hear his insightful tips!

Learn more about Fearless Communicators® at fearlesscommunicators.com.

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ABOUT ELAYNE FLUKER:

To learn more about me and my work as an executive coach, speaker and leadership development consultant supporting high-performing women and helping Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and fast-scaling startups that want to attract and retain them, visit elaynefluker.com.

Nzinga Shaw is a global DEI Strategist who has worked in the space of DEI for 20+ years. Nzinga has hands-on experience and knowledge of inclusion & diversity, equity, accessibility, change & crisis management, human capital management, talent acquisition, organizational planning, employee relations, branding, and community engagement.

She is the President and Global Practice Head of ZRG Partners, LLC — which is a global talent advisory firm, with core offerings that include data-based, executive search focusing on senior leadership around the world.

On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Nzinga talks to us about what DEI looks like these days, the truth about The Great Resignation and the future of work.

Connect with Nzinga "Zing" Shaw on LinkedIn.

ABOUT ELAYNE FLUKER:

Learn more about me and my work as a coach, speaker and leadership development consultant for Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and fast-scaling startups that want to attract and retain high-achieving women at elaynefluker.com.

Does social media have you stressed out? How do you know what platform needs your focus? Do you need to be everywhere?

These are some of the questions I asked social media and branding expert Altimese Nicole. Altimese is the founder of The EZER Agency -- a Black woman-owned, MBE Certified public relations and digital marketing agency that helps clients showcase sincere storytelling through digital marketing and PR that drives results.

Learn insider secrets for how you can leverage social media in a way that smart and effective, and build a brand that's strong enough to last, yet flexible enough to evolve.

Learn more about Altimese's company, the Ezer Agency at https://www.theezeragency.com/

ABOUT ELAYNE FLUKER:

Learn more about me and my work as a coach, speaker and leadership development consultant for Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and fast-scaling startups that want to attract and retain high-achieving women at elaynefluker.com.

"Who's going to take care of me when I'm old?"

As someone who is childfree (and who is also primary caregiver for my elderly parents), I have often asked myself this question. In fact, the question gave me lots of anxiety. That is until I came across a recent article featuring Childfree Wealth Specialist Jay Zigmont.

Jay Zigmont is an Advice-Only, Fee-Only, Fiduciary, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. He holds a PhD is in Adult Learning from the University of Mississippi and he has been featured in Wall Street Journal, Market Watch, Business Insider and more.

Jay provides life and financial planning advice to childfree individuals. As one of only few men to appear as a solo guest on Support is Sexy podcast, I asked him to join me for a LIVE CHAT to talk about being childfree, financial independence and what his top financial tips are that we should keep in mind for peace of mind. Here's a replay of our great conversation!

Learn more about Jay Zigmont at https://childfreewealth.com/

ABOUT ELAYNE FLUKER:

Learn more about me and my work as a coach, speaker and leadership development consultant for Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and fast-scaling startups that want to attract and retain high-achieving women at elaynefluker.com.

Actress and Emmy-award winning voiceover talent Andia Winslow is co-star of Amazon's #1 new series “A League of Their Own" (where she plays "Esther") and star of the award-winning indie film "Playing Through" -- where she plays history making golfer Ann Gregory. A retired pro-golfer, elite athlete and wellness advocate, Andia talks to us on this episode about being open to the possibilities, remaining focused on your vision, embracing your next adventure and what it means to play full out when it comes to your dreams!

Learn more about Andia Winslow at https://www.andiavoiceover.com/

ABOUT ELAYNE FLUKER:

Learn more about me and my work as a coach, speaker and leadership development consultant for Fortune 500 companies and businesses that want to attract and retain high-achieving women at elaynefluker.com.

Trey Anthony is a visionary creator who uses the unique blend of comedy, theater, motivational talk, and her own life experiences to inspire and lift up others. 

Trey’s sold-out hit play, ‘da Kink in My Hair, grossed millions and broke box office records across Canada, the United States, and England after it premiered in 2001. It was named one of the top ten plays in Canadian theatrical history and received 4 NAACP Theatre awards, including Best Playwright. It continues to be produced on stages throughout North America. In 2007, Trey adapted ‘da Kink in My Hair for the small screen, making her the first African Canadian woman to create, write, and produce a primetime television show on a major Canadian network. Since then she has written for the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN), Lionsgate, Will Packer Media, The Comedy Network, and CTV. In January 2021, Trey released her book, Black Girl In Love (With Herself) with Hay House Publishing. The book details Trey’s inner struggles to meet the demands of her family and the societal pressures of living up to the image of a “strong” black woman. AND NOW SHE’S BRINGING BLACK GIRL IN LOVE WITH HESELF TO LIFE WITH HER LIVE TOUR — WHICH COMES TO ATLANTA THIS THURSDAY August 25th — use the code CALM for tickets!  CLICK HERE TO GET TICKETS!

On this episode, I talk to Trey about: Black women and vulnerability Tenderness/ self-love Recovering from emotional abuse and trauma

Learn more about Trey Anthony at https://treyanthony.com/

ABOUT ELAYNE FLUKER:

Learn more about me and my work as a coach for women and leadership development consultant for Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and fast-scaling startups that want to attract and retain high-achieving women at elaynefluker.com.

Maintaining your health and wellness is more important than ever -- physically and mentally. But what does it mean to be fit for life? How does your health affect your ability to be successful? And what are the best tips for staying motivated? On this episode of the podcast, I dive in with my special guest and good friend Mark Jenkins, who has more than 40,000 of fitness training and has worked with celebrities such as Mary J. Blige, Beyonce and P. Diddy. Mark is also author of "The Jumpoff" and host of "The Anabolic Mind" podcast -- specializes in transformation not just of your body, but of your mind.

And I have to share that I have been a personal fitness client for the past 20 years and his workouts -- especially during the height of the COVID-19  pandemic -- saved me. Truly. Learn more about Mark at https://markjenkinsfitness.com/ .

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IN OTHER NEWS:

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ABOUT ELAYNE FLUKER:

Learn more about me and my work as a speaker, trainer, executive coach, and leadership development consultant for Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and fast-scaling startups that want to attract and retain high-achieving women at elaynefluker.com.