Alexa Glazer is a motivational speaker, empowerment coach, and the founder of Livin' the dream … THE MOVEMENT. She is the author of the book Livin' the Dream and the host of the Chasing Alignment Podcast. She is an advocate for all the women out there, and her main goal is to help women feel seen, heard, and loved.

Let's jump right into this episode and unpack great value for people to know how to find and live their dreams.

[00:01 – 10:04] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I introduce our guest, Alexa Glazer
• Alexa talks about her background
• • Shares her life living on her van and traveling around the USA

[10:05 – 15:53] The Importance of Sharing Your Story

• Alexa talks about her book, Livin' the Dream
• • Wrote the book after her father's death

• Ventured into public speaking during her life on the road
• Alexa gives excellent advice to empower all the women out there struggling with overcoming the barriers stopping them from their dreams.
• Why do you think it's so important for people to have their mission statement?

[15:54 – 26:15] The New Normal

• Alexa talks about her transition into what she is currently working on
• • Moving forwards amidst the COVID pandemic

• Chasing Alignment Podcast, Alexa discusses what her podcast is all about.
• What would you tell someone dealing with Imposter Syndrome?
• • I think the best way to get over imposter syndrome is human connection and storytelling.

[26:16 – 30:55] Mindset and Unpacking Your Feelings

• Alexa weighs in on how you can go about unpacking and dealing with your feelings
• Alexa talks about the book, Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself
• Alexa shares some of her favorite books and resources:
• • Untamed by Glennon Doyle
  • Atomic Habits by James Clear
  • Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
  • Robert H. Stein – her favorite poet

[30:56 – 34:41] Closing Segment

• Knowing what you know now, what is one piece of advice you would give yourself when you were starting?
• • "Buckle up sister cause shit is about to get real."

• Connect with Alexa online. See the links below.

[34:42 – 1:00:25] Off The Clock and Review of the Week

• I'll be doing this week's Off The Clock together with Sir Steven Rice from the Sunshine Steven Podcast.
• For this week, we'll be talking about The Bella Twins, Brie Bella and Nikki Bella.
• • Former WWE wrestlers
  • Current Total Bellas Reality TV stars
  • Former Total Divas Reality TV stars

• The Bella Twins got pregnant at the same time. The question is, do you think this is planned or not?
• We talk about baby names
• Katy Perry gave birth to her first daughter, Daisy Dove Bloom
• Quick plug to my podcast producers, STREAMLINED PODCASTS
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• Review of the Week
• • From Amanda G Comedy: "A must listen! This podcast inspires, motivates, and uplifts! For those of us who have let doubt take over our lives, this podcast will make you rethink how you see your future and how you can make positive change in your life to reach your goals and achieve your dreams!"

• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes:

"I just want women to feel seen, feel heard, feel loved but to be able to acknowledge what it is that makes them feel that thing." – Alexa Glazer

"Sometimes things that make you feel better in the long run make you feel like crap in that feeling." – Alexa Glazer

"Personal experience is, to me, the best advice." – Alexa Glazer

Resources Mentioned:

• Livin' the Dream by Alexa Glazer
• Imposter Syndrome definition
• Steven Spielberg
• Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Joe Dispenza

You can connect with Alexa on Instagram. Listen to her podcast, Chasing Alignment Podcast. Visit her website http://www.alexaglazer.com/.

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Disclaimer: This episode contains strong language. Listener discretion is advised.

Today's guest is Timi Ogundipe, founder of Safe Resell and the host of Shed Some Light Podcast. Timi tells us his story about how he went from being labeled as an angry kid, to struggling with aggression, mental illness and all the obstacles he had to overcome to become the man he is today. Now Timi is passionate about spreading awareness of mental illness, social justice and creating a positive impact in people's lives. 

Let's jump right into this episode and unpack great value for people to know that it is never too late to turn your life around no matter what happened in your past.

[00:01 – 04:01] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I introduce our guest, Timi Ogundipe
• Timi talks about his background
• • Born in Nigeria and migrated to the U.S. with his family when he was three years old

[04:02 – 17:43] Who is Timi? 

• Timi tells the story of who he is from grade school to a young adult
• • Was a troublemaker growing up and labeled an "angry kid."
  • Shares his history with depression and attempted suicides
  • Worked as a security guard at Best Buy during his sophomore year in college
  • Devised a scheme and robbed the store with his college buddies
  • Got caught and went to jail

• The pivotal moment in his life that made him realize he needed to change and be a better person

[17:44 – 28:55] The Light on My Darkest Day

• Struggled with putting his life back on track after being released from jail
• Got involved in MMA to earn money
• • Retired early due to a fight injury (lost vision on his right eye during a fight)

• Again, he faced a suicide attempt but had a moment with God that will forever change his life
• Undergone professional help for his anger management
• • Diagnosed with manic bipolar depression

• What made it turn around for you and be able to share your story?
• • Timi shares his methods of coping with his depression attacks

• Opening up and sharing what he has been through with his family and other people

[28:56 – 38:53] Closing Segment

• How did everything you've been through get you to where you are today?
• Timi reflects on his story and how it shaped him to be who he is today
• • He learned to depend on himself
  • Be resilient

• Timi gives a plug to his business, Safe Resell.
• We talk about Timi's podcast, Shed Some Light Podcast.
• Knowing what you know now, what is one piece of advice you would give yourself when you were starting?
• • "Make sure you take mental breaks. Give yourself the time to just relax."

• Connect with Timi online. See the links below.

[38:54 – 46:37] Off the Clock and Review of the Week

• Today, I want to talk about books on the topic of mental health.
• • Unfu*k Yourself: Get Out of Your Head and Into Your Life by Gary Bishop
  • Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl
  • The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson
  • Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty

• Quick plug to my podcast producers, STREAMLINED PODCASTS
• • Use Promo Code: cnsloan for 10% OFF on your first month.

• Review of the Week
• • From Reca Ashaunte: "Subscribe now! If you ever felt alone following that dream while working, this is for you. The real deal. Listen now."

• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes:

"No matter what anyone labels you as in life, you can do whatever it is that you want to do. You can find success. You can find the will to make some stuff happen for yourself." – C.N. Sloan

"I'm sick of hiding who I am. I'm sick of people thinking I'm just some angry ass dude. I'm sick of, tired of, faking how I'm feeling." – Timi Ogundipe

"When things go wrong, and you have to just push through them." - Timi Ogundipe

You can connect with Timi on LinkedIn or his website https://www.saferesell.com/. Follow Safe Resell on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Listen to his podcast, Shed Some Light Podcast, and if you have a story to share, reach out to him at [email protected].

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Joining us today is CL Palmer, host of #DaRundown South Podcast. CL is also the founder of MuserPro, a marketing and IT agency. He is a highly resourceful and results-driven professional with over 15 years of marketing and customer-oriented experience. In this episode, we talk about manifestation and how you can attract abundance in your life.

Let's jump right in and learn how powerful your thoughts are and how what you think about can be brought into life—bringing manifestation and attraction to your life.

[00:01 – 10:36] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode.
• I introduce our guest, CL Palmer.
• • Quick Plug to CL's Podcast show, #DaRundown South Podcast
  • Quick shoutout to The Secret, available on Netflix.

• CL talks about his background and how his journey began.
• CL talks about his mindset.
• • "Get it done. It doesn't matter what's in the way, just make it happen."

[10:37 – 35:07] Manifestation and the Law of Attraction

• CL dives deeper into what manifestation and the law of attraction means to him
• • Re-wiring your brain to think of your goal consistently

• CL talks about people's misconceptions about manifestation and law of attraction
• How did manifestation make an impact in your life?
• The power of visualization
• • We talk about how the power of visualization is the "physical form" of manifestation

[35:08 – 39:39] Closing Segment

• Knowing what you know now, what is one piece of advice you would give yourself when you were starting?
• • "I would probably say, as much as you need people to be around you, if you are going to create something, you need to put everything into it."

• Connect with CL online. See the links below.

[39:40 – 47:36] Off The Clock and Review of the Week

• Today I want to talk about the live-action Mulan.
• • Will be streamed on Disney+, but you need to pay an extra $30
  • The question is: will you pay $30 to watch it? Are you looking forward to it? Do you wish it was a musical?
• Quick plug to my podcast producers, STREAMLINED PODCASTS
• • Use Promo Code: cnsloan for 10% OFF on your first month.

• Review of the Week
• • From Reca Ashauntae. "Subscribe now! If you ever felt alone following that dream while working, this is for you. The real deal. Listen now."

• Final words from me.

Tweetable Quotes:

"I really had to put my best foot forward and say, you know what, when it comes to what I'm able to do best is take someone's idea or their dream, take that clay and just mold it and make it beautiful. You know? I call it the muser magic." – CL Palmer

"Every time I've had something put in front of me that I have never done before, the first thing I do is just go learn. I do not shy from the moment at all." – CL Palmer

"Manifestation is really about thinking, literally, about what you want. You know? I want to have a successful business. Thinking about having a successful business is one thing, but in order for you to manifest that, you really have to concentrate on the fact that you want a successful business. And once you concentrate on that fact, then you start to do things in order to push you toward that goal, and it only works if you stay focused on it." – CL Palmer

Resources Mentioned: 

• #DaRundown South Podcast
• MuserPro
• Jack Canfield
• Tony Robbins
• Creative Intelligence by Bruce Nussbaum

You can connect with CL on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Send him an email at [email protected]. Listen to his podcast, #DaRundown South Podcast.

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Success and fulfillment are unique for each and every one of us, and here with us today to talk about this really intriguing topic is Ashton Williams. Ashton a.k.a. The BadAsh Babe is a life and success coach. She also hosts her own podcast show, Uncomfortably Broken-Through Podcast with The BadAsh Babe, where she talks about finding yourself and personal development.

In this episode, we talk about finding and being your true self, defining what success and fulfillment are for you, and self-growth and personal development.

[00:01 –16:16] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I introduce guest, Ashton Williams
• Ashton talks about her background

• • Started following her dreams and left everything when she was 15
  • Moved back closer to her parents after experiencing successive traumatic events
  • Diagnosed with PTSD
• Used her struggles to shape who she is now and help others become a better version of themselves

[16:17 – 31:01] What Success Means To You

• How do you help your clients close the loops in their lives and define what success and fulfillment are for them?

• • "The key to this is, I go back to, 'who you truly are.'"
  • "It goes back to your intentions instead of your goals."
  • Operate with Integrity
• Ashton weighs in on why getting to know yourself is important to becoming the better version of yourself 
• Don't be the one to hold yourself back from the success you are striving for
• You are unique and powerful.

[31:02 – 39:46] Be Who You Are Consistently

• Did you have to work with yourself with imposter syndrome?

• • Ashton shares a story from her childhood.
  • Allow yourself to be who you are and do that consistently.
• Knowing what you know now, what is one piece of advice you would give yourself when you were starting?
• • One piece of advice I would have given myself was, "just go do it."
• Connect with Ashton online. See the links below.

[39:47 – 46:57] Off The Clock and Review of The Week

• I am here to talk about my first love, Fiction.
• • Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer
  • Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer - audible
• Quick plug to my podcast producers, STREAMLINED PODCASTS

• • Use Promo Code: cnsloan for 10% OFF on your first month.
• Review of The Week
• • From Ms. Berg: "Highly recommended podcast: Informative, uplifting and keeps you intrigued. This is a great show! Keep up the great work. I am a new fan indeed! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes:

"I was addicted to struggling because I had been in this flight or fight state for so long, that I was addicted to my struggle, and I was addicted to this emotional thought processing. And I started to realize, no matter what anyone has been through, what actually keeps us stuck is our emotional addictions." – Ashton Williams

"I found that being who you truly are is covered up by our struggles, and covered by our stories. It's covered by this filter that the world gives us. It's covered up by our emotional addictions to what we've always been. And so, that is really our biggest [fight]." – Ashton Williams

"I help people from many different backgrounds wherever they're going, and whatever that success looks like to them. Because the thing is success can look like anything, but what does fulfillment look like for you? What is that vision for you? Because that can be many things." – Ashton Williams

"If you could remember one thing from this podcast today, remember that you are unique and you're powerful and that imposter syndrome comes from you not owning that power and that truth." – Ashton Williams

Resources Mentioned:

• Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
• Tony Robbins
• Imposter Syndrome
• Ashton's website
• Audible

You can connect with Ashton on Instagram. Listen to her podcast show, Uncomfortably Broken-Through Podcast with The BadAsh Babe on Apple Podcasts and other major podcast streaming platforms. Visit her website https://www.thebadashbabe.com/ and start working with her in finding your success and fulfillment.

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Today I had the immense pleasure of talking with Nestle Mitchell. Nestle is the host of the Not My Problem Podcast. We're going to get into what it's like to start a podcast, especially as a black woman, and having a voice that shares unfiltered perspectives on everything happening in society today. 

Let's jump right into this episode with Nestle and unpack what it looks like to use your platform to start putting out the kind of unfiltered content that matters.

[00:01 - 04:52] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I introduce our guest, Nestle Mitchell
• • Fellow podcaster from the Not My Problem Podcast
• Nestle tells us about her podcast
• • Born and raised in NY now living in GA 
  • Unfiltered take on life 
  • The name comes from her mantra. 

[04:53 - 11:30] The Starting Podcaster 

• Nestle goes into her experience starting the podcast 
• • Support from co-workers 
  • Nervous about certain topics at first 
• Nestle advises on how to balance work-life
• • Still a work in progress 
  • Incorporating into daily routine 
  • Setting the goal now for two episodes a week 
  • Taking a mental break
• Nestle shares about a vulnerable episode she posted 
• • Using her platform to educate and inform about the Black Lives Matter Movement 
  • Sharing resources and giving analogies 

[11:31 - 24:17] Putting Out Content That Matters

• We talk about the current problems not yet resolved in society
• • People treating activism like a fad or trend 
  • Using Brianna Taylor and injustice in the system as an example of not forgetting 
• Putting out content that's digestible 
• • Graphics 
  • There's plenty of information if you look for it
• Nestle talks about what our white podcasters can do 
• • Feature black creators 
  • Share more resources
  • Be active
  • Have those uncomfortable conversations
• Use your platform
• Nestle weighs in on micro-aggressions
• • Small things people say (even as a compliment) that hold negative weight  
• I talk about my personal thoughts on experiencing this 

[24:18 - 30:41] Closing Questions

• Where should people start when starting a podcast?
• • Know your "why"
  • Everybody 
• Knowing what you know now, what would be your advice to your younger self?
• • Be open and candid  
  • Take a wine break and loosen up  
• Where can people find you?
• • Links provided below

[30:42 - 40:35] Off The Clock and Review of The Week 

• Shout out to my fellow podcasters - check these guys out!
• • Not My Problem
  • Rookies in the Real World Podcast
  • The Purpose Project
  • My Point of View Podcast
  • The Sunshine Steven Podcast
• Quick shout out to my podcast producers, STREAMLINED PODCASTS
• • Use Promo Code: cnsloan for 10% OFF on your first month
• Review Of The Week
• • From C.B.O. Shares a Word: "Gems Being Dropped: This show is so good in offering different perspectives and journeys towards entrepreneurship and balancing time while chasing that dream. I love CN Sloan's voice, very therapeutic, especially because most times when listening, I'm seeking out an answer to a problem I'm facing in my own journey as an entrepreneur. Definitely listen; There are so many gems here." 
• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes:

"Have more conversations… bring people on your platform… Go live with someone of color, have an uncomfortable conversation and just do it." - CN Sloan

"I want to be able to document my life in a way that I could not only have it as a journal, or I can look back on in the future, but also to be able to share stories and experiences with other people who probably go through the same thing but nobody ever wants to talk about..." - Nestle Mitchell

Resources Mentioned:

• Not My Problem
• Rookies in the Real World Podcast
• The Purpose Project
• My Point of View Podcast
• The Sunshine Steven Podcast

You can connect with Nestle on Instagram and YouTube. Listen to her podcast show, Not My Problem to start listening to that unfiltered approach to life and society; and follow her Podcast's Instagram to stay up to date with the latest content.

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Joining us today is Emily Gigliotti. Emily is a sports business professional and also the host of The Purpose Project podcast. A lot of people struggle with facing mental health. Many have lost their will and have started to question their purpose in life. Today we talk about being intentional, finding your why, and helping empower you to go out there and find your purpose.

Let's jump right into this episode and learn from Emily on how you can start finding your "whys" in life.

[00:01 – 07:59] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I introduce our guest, Emily Gigliotti
• • Quick plug to Emily's podcast show, The Purpose Project

• Emily talks about her podcast
• • Started in February 2020
  • Talking about career, mindset, lifestyle, etc.
  • Why she called her podcast The Purpose Project

[08:00 – 18:24] Finding Your Why

• Emily weighs in on why "finding your why" is important
• • The reason why you are doing what you are doing in your life
  • Listen to Emily's podcast episode about finding your why. Click here.
  • Your whys will evolve in different points of your life

• You can have a why for different areas in your life 
• Emily talks about being specific with your whys
• • Focusing on one why in your life will overlay on all the different areas in your life

• Emily gives tips on how to keep reminding yourselves of your whys
• • Writing your whys on places that you'll always see
  • Have someone to keep you accountable

• You are the people that you surround yourself with
• • Who you spend your time with greatly influences who you are 
  • Emily talks about her podcast episode about Social Media

[18:25 – 30:50] How To Start Finding Your Why

• Finding your why is a different process for every one
• • It's a personal experience and it takes time

• Understanding your values, motivations, what you love, and your passions
• Emily explains what "The Golden Circle" is
• • From "What" to "How" to "Why"

• Emily shares what fuels her "why."
• • I want to become a stronger person, physically, mentally, and emotionally

• Emily talks about the meaning behind her number "24" tattoo.
• • Had the tattoo when everything was going wrong in her life
  • Focus on the current 24-hours in front of you

• Knowing what you know now, what is one piece of advice you would give yourself when you were starting?
• • "Don't stress out so much about the little things."

• Connect with Emily online. See the links below.

[30:51 – 37:25] Off the Clock and Review of The Week

• I would like to talk about a hot topic right now about Ellen DeGeneres and her show
• • The Ellen DeGeneres Show Controversy
  • Can one or a few mistakes really outweigh all of the amazing and good that a person has done?
• Quick plug to my podcast producers, STREAMLINED PODCASTS
• • Use Promo Code: cnsloan for 10% OFF on your first month.

• Review of The Week
• • From Robin Augustin: "Love it: Christina I am in the podcast while black group on Facebook. That's how I found your podcast. I have one too called Real Talk Real Views. I love your podcast. Keep it up girl! We need more sista's like you winning. Overall I got a ton of knowledge from your episode with Ivy. Shout out to you being 26 with a dream and actually executing. We'll all be on top one day. I know it. Much love and take care."

• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes:

"I truly believe that you can learn a lot through a textbook and from a class and learn all these courses and things, but there is so much knowledge that we can learn from one another and each of those experiences. And that's really what I wanted to embody in my podcast." – Emily Gigliotti

"When you know what that 'why' is, and it takes a lot to figure that out, it literally will push you through the darkest times and it will make you resilient." – Emily Gigliotti

"It is, [your why] is so important. It's what's gonna propel you when you're in the dark. When you're in those deep moments of despair, when you feel like when you want to give up, and that's where these whys really come into play." – C.N. Sloan

You can connect with Emily on Instagram and LinkedIn. Listen to The Purpose Project podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, Google Podcasts, and other podcast streaming platforms.

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Welcome, everyone! Today on Working Overtime the Podcast we're gonna change things up. I am joined by my friend and inspirational hip hop artist, Major K,  and we're gonna talk about our top 3 takeaways from Tony Robbins'  'Unleash The Power Within' conference. Join us today as we discuss personal development, self-growth, and learn from our greatest takeaways as we uncover the Unleash The Power Within event.

Let's jump right into this episode and let's unleash the power within you!

[00:01 – 04:09] Opening Segment

• I introduce our guest, Major K, to the show
• Major K gives a brief introduction of himself

[04:10 – 46:53] Our Top 3 Takeaways From Unleash The Power Within

• Major K's first takeaway: An extraordinary quality of life requires mastering two skills
• • The science of achievement: the ability to make your dreams, goals, and desires happen
  • The art of fulfillment: the ability to feel happiness and joy in the process

• My first takeaway: The molder of meaning and source of all emotion is a constellation of three forces
• • Physiology
  • Focus
  • Language and meaning
  • Create a compelling future
  • Identity

• Major K's second takeaway: You have to get out of your head and back to your heart
• • Understanding your "WHYS"

• Major K shares powerful advice he got from Tony Robbins
• My second takeaway: Trade your expectations for appreciation and then your whole life will change
• • Shifting your focus to the incredible things happening daily in your lives
  • You can't live in fear and happiness at the same time

• Major K's third takeaway: When you give back to people without expecting something in return truly gives you the greatest feeling of fulfillment
• • Contributing and serving with the kindness of your heart

• Major K talks about why he looks up to Tony Robbins
• My third takeaway: The most important decision that you can make is the people you choose to spend your time with.
• • You become just like the people you spend time with
  • Be careful of who you pour your time and effort into
  • Your peer group is vital to where you're going to go in your life

[46:54 – 56:10] Closing Segment

• Let's hear from Major K as he shares words of wisdom from Tony Robbins.
• • "If you lay on the porch with dogs, then you'll probably end up with fleas."

• Major K talks about what is the whole purpose of the UPW conference
• Here's a challenge from Major K for you to put your mind into
• Final words from me Major K and me

Tweetable Quotes:

"To go through life and to gain achievement but not to have fulfillment from gaining said achievement is the ultimate failure." – Tony Robbins

"We have to learn what it is in our own lives that creates fulfillment for us and learn that art of fulfillment and how to feel happiness and joy in the process of our lives." – Major K

"When you talk about things, it's a dream. When you plan it, it's possible. When you envision it, it's exciting. But when you schedule it, it becomes real." – Major K

"I can lead a million people, but I can only carry five." – Tony Robbins

Resources Mentioned:

• Unleash the Power Within Event by Tony Robbins
• Tony Robbins
• Progress Equals Happiness
• Priming – Tony Robbins a 15-min routine to start your day

You can connect with Major K on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Check out and follow his music on YouTube. You can also listen to his music on Spotify.

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To all the foodies out there, join me as we dive into entrepreneur and private chef's journey, Taylor Lashea. Taylor took a leap of faith, bet on herself, and started her own cooking business. She aims to make food for healthy hearts, souls, and bodies.

Let's jump right into this episode of Taylor's story about feeding the body, mind, and soul.

[00:01 – 08:12] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I introduce our guest, Taylor Lashea, to the show
• Taylor talks about her background
• • Shares where her love for cooking came from
  • Had the passion for cooking since she was young

• Started her own business while still in school

[08:13 – 14:37] Starting My Own Business

• What made you decide to start a business as opposed to going to work in a restaurant?
• • "Having my own vision and style of doing things."
  • "Wanting to be my own boss."

• Taylor shares how her business operates
• • Admin and business side
  • Creative side as the chef

• Taylor talks about balancing her business, working part-time, and school
• • "I've always been a person that loves to have a lot going on."

[14:38 – 25:10] Feed the Body, Mind, and Soul

• Taylor talks about creating comfort food that helps improve health
• Taylor shares her ideas on not changing the food we eat, but the way we prepare it
• Taylor gives some tips to the novice chef who wants to improve their cooking
• • Watch cooking videos and read cook books

• What are your favorite things to cook and eat?
• Taylor talks about her mentor
• • Dr. Lauren Powell, The Culinary Doctor

[25:11 – 27:20] Letter for the Younger Taylor

• What piece of advice would you give yourself when you were just starting out?
• • "Don't rush the time clock."
  • "Try not to make things go on my own time, but follow God's time because His is perfect."

• You can connect and follow Taylor online
• See below for social links

 [27:21 – 36:11] Off The Clock and Review of The Week

• I want to share some of the chefs' pages and podcasts I follow related to food:
• • A little heads up, I don't eat meat. So a lot of these pages are vegan friendly and plant-based, but still so bomb! 
  • • Bryant Terry
    • Afro-Vegan by Bryant Terry
    • The Food Heaven Podcast
    • sweetandsorrel by Dani
    •  sweetpotatosoul by Jenné Claiborne
    • Chef J. Mays III
• Quick plug to my podcast producers, STREAMLINED PODCASTS
• • Use Promo Code: cnsloan for 10% OFF on your first month

• Review Of The Week
• • From CBo Shares a Word titled: "Gems Being Dropped!": "This show is so good in offering different perspectives and journeys toward entrepreneurship and balancing time while chasing that dream. I love CN Sloan's voice! Very therapeutic especially because most times when listening I'm seeking out an answer to a problem I may be facing in my own journey as an entrepreneur. Definitely listen! There are so many gems here!"

• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes: 

"I think that when you love something so much, you just put yourself out there, and a lot of people will be able to see that passion you have for it." – Taylor Lashea

"It's important for me to figure out ways to not eliminate culture, but to shift it to where it's still benefiting us in our culture. Having those same meals that you want but are more health beneficial to our bodies." – Taylor Lashea

"Let things organically flow. Let them happen when they're supposed to. 'Cause you were born with this purpose, so it's there for you, it's not going anywhere." – Taylor Lashea

Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Lauren Powell
• Taylor Lashea's website
• Taylor Lashea's Instagram
• Taylor Lashea's Instagram Cooking Page

You can connect with Taylor on Instagram. Check out her cooking page on Instagram @cookingwithtaylorlashea. You can also visit her website https://www.taylorlashea.com/ to know more about her.

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As we continue about to talk about the recent events that have been happening in our country and how it is affecting lives globally, I brought in my good friend, Karl Sona. Karl is an entrepreneur and the host of The Free Time Podcast. He is an advocate for Personal Development and teaches people to be more intentional with living their lives.

Let's jump right into this episode and unpack great value for people to know how to find your unique purpose and live life by design.

[00:01 - 07:26] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I introduce our guest, Karl Sona, to the show
• • Quick plug to Karl's Podcast show, The Free Time Podcast
• Karl talks about his background
• • His parents migrated from Cameroon, West-Africa
• He had a pivotal moment in life when he decided that he wanted to be more intentional and find his true purpose

[07:27 - 18:08] Your Personal Development

• Karl shares his view on the importance of personal development nowadays
• • He was always on a changing environment
  • There are so many things keeping you the same
  • Everything around us evolves
• Karl shares how his podcast came to be
• • He wanted to start an e-commerce business
  • He consumed a lot of content through podcasts
  • I want to share my ideas with people
  • If you want to do something, do it NOW!
• Karl talks about why he started his podcast
• • I made it for me
  • How to live with more passion and intention

[18:09 - 29:50] How To Find Your Unique Purpose And Live By Design

• Karl talks about what keeps him grounded with his time and how he balances it
• • Time is a precious resource that we will never get back
  • Identifying the top 5 meal-movers to help keep me going
  • • I am changing my state of mind
    • Chasing momentum and being consistent
• Karl talks about his business, STREAMLINED PODCAST
• • People don't have the system and the process to maintain putting their content out consistently
  • We are a post-production podcast company
  • We handle all things on the backend and take care of your menial tasks  
• Giving you the ultimate boost to focus on your content 

[29:51 - 45:49] Being A Black Man In The Entrepreneurial Space

• Karl weighs in on recent events that have been happening
• • We want to spread positivity
  • Educate the people a little bit more
• We should be willing to have the conversation
• • It will be awkward, but it will help
  • We are now finally starting to get the ears of the majority of white people
  • Be proactive
  • This is a fight for everyone
• Taking the time to calm down and process your thoughts
• • Using your platforms to share stories
  • We are ONE, We are HUMANITY

[45:50 - 1:00:04] The FREE TIME Five on Working Overtime

• What is your favorite podcast besides your own?
• • Real AF by Andy Frisella
• What is your favorite part of living in Denver, Colorado?
• • Denver's outdoors are EPIC!
• Who is your dream podcast interview? Living or dead
• • Martin Luther King, Jr.
  • "I am so fascinated by how a man continues to lend his voice to a mission so big each and every single day knowing that it could be his last day."
• What is your favorite place that you've ever visited?
• • Cati, Spain
  • They have beautiful Roman Architecture
• How do you spend your FREE Time?
• • I love cooking and unwinding with my girlfriend, Julia
  • • Plug to Julia's interview on Working Overtime
  • I love watching videos about histories of cars
  • In another life, I would be a fashion designer and a matchmaker
• Knowing what you know now, what is one piece of advice you would give yourself when you were starting?
• • I would tell myself that "Nobody can do things as good as you can."
• Connect with Karl online. See the links below.

[1:00:05 - 1:12:28] Off The Clock and Review of The Week 

• I would like to share my favorite Personal Development Books:
• • Essentialism by Greg McKeown
  • You Do You by Sarah Knight
  • Jump by Steve Harvey
  • The Psychology of Achievement by Brian Tracy
  • Atomic Habits by James Clear
  • No Matter What! by Lisa Nichols
• Quick plug to my podcast producers, STREAMLINED PODCASTS
• • Use Promo Code: cnsloan for 10% OFF on your first month
• Review Of The Week
• • From The Jigsaw Podcast: "Real Sentiments: Dope concept! The bonus episode speaks to what a lot of us are feeling. I appreciated the honesty and sincere expressions. I can't wait to dive into more episodes."
• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes:

"You gotta find ways to get out of your bubble and see what else exists." - Karl Sona

"Don't wait 'til next year or five years when you think you're gonna be more mature. Get on it right now no matter how slow you need to start. Start using the time right now cause this is what's promised, not tomorrow." - Karl Sona

"It's our duty to take a hold of the mic and you don't have to have a podcast. Your mic could just be you and your homie that looks different from you, walking down the street and having a conversation." - Karl Sona

Resources Mentioned:

• Karl Sona's Website
• Karl's Calendly
• Audible
• Calendly
• Tony Robbins
• Jonathan Vines
• Every Day I'm Hustling by Vivica A.Fox
• John C. Maxwell

You can connect with Karl on Instagram. Listen to his podcast show, The Free Time Podcast, or visit his website http://karlsona.com/ to learn more about how to take control of your life.

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Today I had the pleasure of speaking with the Creative Director of Bliss Consults & Co, Secoya Holmes. Secoya is passionate about strategic marketing and branding, but most importantly, she loves to help people take their business to the next level. She empowers small business owners to have confidence through deliberate design and impactful branding. 

Let's jump into Secoya's story about how your brand influences the way clients feel when they come across your business. Be Secoya's branding bestie!

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 05:02] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I introduce our guest, Secoya Holmes, to the show
• Secoya talks about her background and how she started her business

[05:03 - 15:20] Keys to Building a Successful Brand

• Secoya talks about the difference between branding and a brand 

• • Your brand: who you are and how you represent yourself 
  • Branding: a component of your brand
• Secoya gives us insight into marketing and advertising strategies
• • Marketing is the foundation, and you have advertising components within it
  • Research and due diligence is key
  • Who is your primary target audience?

[15:21 - 33:20] The Beginner's Guide and Strategies for Targeting Audiences 

• Secoya shares insight into the Audience and Targeting Guide for beginners
• • Ask yourself when you imagine a perfect client:
  • • What do they look like?
    • Who do you feel comfortable communicating with?
  • Define who your niche audience is
  • Do a bit of analytical research 
  • Narrow your niche 
• Secoya shares insight into a deep understanding of marketing and branding, which is often overlooked by most startups.
• • The misconception
• Secoya has top-notch tips on how to have an engaged audience that you don't want to miss!
• • Identify who you are trying to reach
  • You have to be consistent
  • Do not follow the trends 
  • Diversify your train of thought: Don't look at it from one perspective. 

[33:21 - 47:11] Why Flexibility is The Key To Marketing Strategy 

• Secoya gives us tips about brand color palette ideas 
• • The variety within your palette 
• Secoya talks about why flexible branding matters 
• Secoya shares fantastic insight on how to build credibility with your clients 
• • Customer's satisfaction
  • Authenticity with the services that you can provide 

[47:12 - 55:35] How to start a Black Entrepreneur Business with Confidence

• Secoya shares an exciting story about what influenced her decision to build her business as a black woman entrepreneur
• • She talks about race and gender in the world of business  
  • Do you have to tone down your blackness in business to provide a level of comfort for the mainstream?
• Secoya shares great advice for people with start-ups who are willing to learn how to run a business. 

[55:36 - 57:40] Closing Segment

•  When you were starting your first business, if you could give yourself one piece of advice now, what would that be?
• • "Trust the process."

• Where can people find you and keep up with you?

• Don't forget to follow and visit Secoya's social links and website. See below for links. 

[57:41 - 01:10:50] Off The Clock and Review of The Week 

• How to continue to be an ally in the Black Lives Matter movement
• Three ways to simply continue the support:
• • If you're an influencer or somebody with a platform, continue to uplift black stories and LGBTQ plus stories and voices
  • To get Educated.
  • • Read Books. (See below for my recommended book)
    • Support and watch black films (See below for my recommended films) 
  • Continue to have those uncomfortable conversations.
  • • Be comfortable with just being honest 
    • Continue to aid in changing the culture

• Quick plug to my podcast producers, STREAMLINED PODCASTS
• • Use Promo Code: cnsloan for 10% OFF on your first month
• Review Of The Week: 

• KaitTillett: THE BEST! "Inspiring, sounds like I'm listening to a good friend talk to me. Cannot wait for more episodes."

• Final words from me 

Tweetable Quotes: 

 "Your brand is who you are and how you represent yourself." - Secoya Holmes. 

"Your brand is the story that customers tell about you." - Secoya Holmes.

 "Allow yourself the flexibility in having a well-rounded brand once you identify who you're trying to reach." - Secoya Holmes. 

"Take every moment that comes your way good, bad, or indifferent as a learning opportunity" - Secoya Holmes. 

Resources mentioned in the episode:

•  Bliss Consults & Co
• Bad Feminist by Roxane Gay
• The 13th on Netflix 
• When They See Us on Netflix 
• The 5 Bloods on Netflix 
• Moonlight on Netflix 
• Working Overtime The Podcast 

You can connect with Secoya on Instagram, LinkedIn, or visit her website https://www.blissconsults.com/ to know more about brand identity development.

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