Lifelong Learners Collective

KateLynn Bundy is the Host of the Fit Femme Project Alignment Podcast. It originated from the Fit Femme Project, an online coaching business her close friend Casey Samsel started in 2021. KateLynn started out as an Admin for the FFP, working in the background by onboarding new clients and supporting the coaches. In 2022, she started to put together a plan to launch the podcast to spread our wings to impact more women than ever. The FFP podcast is all about the fearless side of fitness. Letting go of limiting beliefs, pushing past barriers that hold us back and educating women from all walks of life on how to be a better, fitter and healthier version of who they are.  Instagram: @katelynnbfit_ LinkTree

Liz Kislik — Harvard Business Review and Forbes contributor and TEDx speaker — specializes in developing high performing leaders and workforces. As a management consultant and executive coach, Liz Kislik has helped family-run businesses, national nonprofits, and Fortune 500 companies like American Express, Girl Scouts, Staples, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, and Highlights for Children solve their thorniest problems. On this episode, I sit down with her to discuss the best ways to win in business and in life. It's obvious that she has an impressive resume along with education. She however talks about her most valuable lessons as a lifelong learner. Please, see other free valuable development information below. Free ebook: How to Resolve Interpersonal Conflicts in the Workplace: https://lizkislik.com/resolve-conflict/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizkislik/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LizKislik

Originally from Atlanta, GA. Kimberly E. Stone is a fashion entrepreneur, innovator, model & actress. She’s been named one of Black Enterprise's Top 10 Young Women of Power under 40 and has been featured in a number of top publications including Forbes, The Washington Post and InStyle.   Not only fashion savvy, Stone is a media maven and trailblazer in the industry.  She started POSHGLAM in 2005, which supports established and emerging luxury designers. POSHGLAM set the standard for what's new in the world of fashion and luxury. The site has garnered views from over 147 countries.   After relaunching it 2017, POSHGLAM became a network and platform where fashion forward men and women with similar interests connect; with a newly added personal connection option via a dating app.   When Kimberly isn’t working on POSHGLAM, she can be found booking acting and modeling gigs and networking in Atlanta. Stone is known in the film industry for her on-set charm and beginner’s luck. She attributes her on-set success with the actors to a positive attitude and her appreciation for every experience whether large or small.      A while ago, she was casted as a pony for Django Unchained. Prior to this gig she was cast as part of Estelle’s Entourage BET’s “The Game” alongside Shawn Marion and for a dance scene in episode “No Money Mo Problems”. Her bite by the “Acting Bug” occurred in 2006 after being pulled into “We are Marshall” by Academy Award winning actor Anthony Mackie, after the director instructed him to refer to her as his ‘girlfriend’ for the film. Later that year she appeared in “Stomp the Yard”, Motives 3, Wilmer Valderrama’s “Yo Momma”, and in a 2007 Chevrolet Super Bowl commercial.   For Stone, 2017 was the year of the RELAUNCH. She jumped back into the TV & Film arena, as well as relaunchedthe fashion forward site, POSHGLAM.   Look out for Kimberly Stone as she dominates the TV, Film, and Fashion scene.

Amanda Bauer Frisch, CEO of Enduring Legacy Co., shares her journey from being a stay-at-home mom to accidental entrepreneur. She started making wood banks in her garage as a hobby and they quickly became popular. Amanda is passionate about financial literacy and creating lasting, meaningful products. She also discusses her TEDx talk on the importance of participation trophies and challenges the misconception about millennials. Amanda plans to continue growing her business and wants to be known locally for providing quality products and classes. She invites listeners to check out her TEDx talk and her brands, Small Legacies and Stitches in Time.

Marnie and Rena Schwartz, owners of Vibe Dance Studio and co-authors of 'Empower Your Vibe,' share their insights on empowering individuality, entrepreneurship, and lifelong learning. They emphasize the importance of embracing one's authentic self and finding passion and purpose. The sisters discuss their dance studio, which celebrates and respects every dancer, regardless of shape, size, or ability. They also highlight their book, which aims to empower readers to become their best selves. Additionally, they share their personal dance journey and the impact of their mother's influence on their lifelong learning mindset. The conversation with Marnie and Rena revolves around the theme of dance as a lifelong journey and the empowerment it brings. They discuss the opportunity to perform center court and the impact it has on students' lives. They also highlight the unique costumes they provide, which are both modest and cool. Lifelong learning and being the example are emphasized as important values in their dance studio. The conversation touches on the importance of feedback and improvement, as well as the spillover effect of dance into other areas of life. They also discuss the importance of relaxation, embracing change, and taking risks. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the power of dance to empower and transform lives. EMPOWER YOUR ViBE is available on Amazon, Walmart, and bookstores.  CARTWHIRLER™ is available on Amazon Interactive Children’s Books are available on Amazon  Follow us on social media @vibedanceandfitness

Genevieve Pichuro, founder of the Pajama Program, shares her inspiring journey of finding purpose beyond success. After a successful career in the corporate world, Genevieve felt a calling to make a difference in the lives of children in need. She started the Pajama Program, an organization that provides pajamas to children in shelters, and has since impacted millions of lives. Genevieve emphasizes that finding purpose doesn't necessarily mean starting a nonprofit, but rather finding a fulfilling and meaningful way to serve others. She encourages individuals to listen to their inner voice and take the leap towards a more purposeful life. GenevievePiturro.com Featured: OPRAH • TEDx 

In this episode, Richard Blank, CEO of Costa Rica Call Centers, discusses the lost art of talking on the phone and the importance of soft skills in effective phone conversations. He shares his personal journey and how he became the CEO of a call center in Costa Rica. Richard emphasizes the need for phone conversations in retaining clients, upselling, and receiving referrals. He also provides tips for dealing with irate customers and preserving energy and emotional balance during phone conversations. Additionally, Richard highlights the power of humor and storytelling in creating meaningful connections over the phone. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessprocessoutsourcingcallcenter Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/costaricascallcenter/ Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ST99AEp7COEWS4q4VUw4Qhttps://costaricascallcenter.com

In this episode, tax expert Mike Jesowshek discusses the difference between tax planning and tax preparation. He explains how business owners can maximize deductions and turn after-tax spending into pre-tax spending. Mike also provides insights into tax write-offs for personal expenses, business coaching, software, and subscriptions. He shares case studies of how he has helped business owners and W2 employees save money on their taxes. Additionally, Mike introduces Tax Elm, a software that provides custom tax plans and guidance for implementing tax strategies. Try TaxElm for yourself using my referral link: https://www.taxelm.com/?lmref=vI2rrg

Ralph Velasco, founder and CEO of Continental Drifter, shares his journey from the corporate world to becoming a travel photographer and tour guide. He emphasizes the importance of combining photography and travel to create meaningful experiences. Ralph provides tips for solo travelers and discusses the benefits of group travel. He also shares his experiences in Antarctica and highlights the evolution of photography. Ralph discusses travel planning and loyalty programs, and shares his upcoming trips and projects. He concludes by emphasizing the value of spending money on experiences rather than material possessions. https://continentaldrifter.co/about/ Also, energize your mind with Magic Mind: go to www.magicmind.com/betterself and use promo code: BetterSelf20

Jennifer Dent Brown is a diet-industry disruptor. As a certified Health and Life Coach, host of a widely popular podcast, and founder of the weight loss process, Stop. Dieting. Forever.™, she is freeing women all over the world from their dependency on diets to lose weight for the last time. Experience her free, weekly newsletter, Food Freedom at jenniferdent.com/foodfreedom ↣ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jenniferdentbrown/ ↣ Website - https://jenniferdent.com/ ↣ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/coachjenniferdentbrown

Dr. Anthony L. Simmons is a retired Navy Captain who served 28 years as a Surface Warfare Officer. His Navy experience includes four at-sea commands: a Patrol Coastal, two AEGIS Destroyers and a Destroyer Squadron. Ashore, he developed human resource strategies at the Bureau of Naval Personnel and the Pentagon on staffs of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Chief of Naval Operations as a Strategic Planner and Resource Officer. Dr. Simmons has worked in the Maritime Defense Sector supporting Small Business Innovation Research for the Office of Naval Research. Additionally, he has done business development, program management, and test and systems engineering. He holds a doctorate degree in Strategic Leadership from Regent University, a M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Naval Postgraduate School, a M.A. in Military Operational Art and Science from Air University, and a bachelor’s degree in Robotics from Austin Peay State University. Dr. Simmons grew up in the rural, working-class town of Goodwater, AL where he graduated from Goodwater High School in 1985 as Valedictorian, was honored as an All-State Football Player, and earned a full football scholarship to Austin Peay. Dr. Simmons is a member of Austin Peay Governors Military Hall of Fame Class of 2023. He is the founder and owner of Sixth Gear Consulting, LLC, which is a leadership performance consulting practice that instructs leaders on how to lead through bridging People and Technology. anthonysimmons@sixthgearconsulting.com Also, try Magic Mind at an amazing discount at www.magicmind.com/janbetterself and use code Magic Mind for up to 75% off a 3 month subscription or 20% off a one time purchase.

Lana Kerr Lana is the Founder and CEO of Lumisque, that provides skincare products to medical providers as well as through e-commerce. Founded in 2015, she discovered a new way to deliver carbon dioxide through the skin by using a gel, CO2Lift for fast skin regeneration.  CO2Lift carboxy gel has been clinically proven to lift and rejuvenate the skin, reverse signs of aging. She followed with CO2LiftV,a gel for vulva/vaginal rejuvenation that increases lubrication and sensitivity. Lana holds a Bachelor of Science in accounting and business from State University of New York in Albany. She is a certified nutritional consultant and emotional intelligence coach.  Honoring her success, Mrs. Kerr was named to the Top 100 Outstanding Women in Broward. For Lifelong Learner's Collective members, Lana has provided two free Ebooks: The Secret to the Big O: https://co2lift.com/pages/v The Power of C02 Gel Mask: https://co2lift.com/pages/co2lift-face-ebook Also go to Co2Lift.com and use promo code "Ella10" on your Order. Follow Lana on the following: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Youtube Also, Check out Magic Mind: www.magicmind.com/janbetterself. Use Promo code, "BetterSelf" for one free month of your subscription or 20% off of a one-time purchase.

Maya Lombarts is from Belgium, and she's been living in Cusco, Peru for seven years, where she's a professional singer, an operations manager, and a Functional Medicine Health Coach. Using her Belgian structured side and her Peruvian flexible side, she's a Left-Brained Sidekick for Creative Entrepreneurs as she helps them find structure in their business and balance in their life. https://www.instagram.com/mayalombarts/https://mayalombarts.com/ Also, Check out Magic Mind: www.magicmind.com/janbetterself. Use Promo code, BetterSelf, for one free month of your subscription or 20% off of a one-time purchase.

As the conversations on the show talk about growth and evolving, I have decided to do the same. The LifeLong Learner's Collective focuses on a community of dreamer to inspire each other to grow in business, in life and in mindset. I will continue to interview some phenomenal authors, business owners and inspirational people across the globe and support the community of listeners. I am so excited for this next leg of our journey. This month, try Magic Mind for FREE for your first month or get 20% off a one time purchase by going to: www.magicmind.com/janbetterself and enter in "BetterSelf" in the promo.

Cathy brings over 20 years of success to her business, Cathy's Composters. She also manages multiple businesses that create more ecological and social conciousness all throughout society. Give us a listen and check her out through her links: https://www.cathyscomposters.com/ https://www.cathysclub.com/ https://www.cathyssprouters.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathynesbitt/ https://www.youtube.com/user/rhgn2112 https://twitter.com/Squirm Also, try Magic Mind for a holistic was to increase your focus. www.magicmind.com/janbetterself. Use Promo code, BetterSelf, for one free month of your subscription or 20% off of a one-time purchase.

Excited to bring this episode to you all after a week's break. I was derailed with some storms here in Nashville and losing electricity over the weekend but I am SO excited to be back and bringing you an important decision I made in my life that ultimately brought you this podcast.  Book of the week: Setting Boundaries Will Set You Free by Nancy Levin

We each have a different story in life. We all have different struggles. Many of us have a higher level of privilege than others. One thing that I believe we have all faced in our lives is wanting to be fully seen and heard. We want to be known for who we are but feel like we are judged unfairly. On this episode, I discuss lessons on what I have learned in strengthening and building meaningful relationships through your life.  For the book of the week, I most recently read "Sisters First" then remembered one common underlying theme that I read in my favorite book this year, "I Take My Coffee Black" by Tyler Merritt.  Books of the week include:  I Take My Coffee Black by Tyler Merritt  Sisters First by Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Pierce Bush. 

What does the perfect life look like for you? The perfect job? Tutti Taygerly had this at age 40 with a beautiful family and a career as a design leader at Facebook. She went from identifying with achievement to living with more intention and is now a top executive coach with an Amazon Bestselling book, Make Space to Lead. This episode gets RAW as we discuss grief, self-awareness and being forced to evolve.  Learn more: www.tuttitaygerly.com Instagram: @Tutti 

Have you ever had an allergic reaction or an adverse reaction to something on your skin? I know I have. Also, how honest do you think corporations are about skin products?  The Clean Beauty industry is taking off like a rocket and this episode can help you understand why.  If you have any kind of skin care, makeup or beauty routine at all. You need to hear this.  You also want to consider supporting an awarded, locally-owned business and check out La Belle Naturelle, LLC.  Website: www.shoplbn.com Facebook/Instagram: @labellenaturel Storefront Facebook: @lbnstorefront

Dawn Manske, the founder of Made for Freedom, fights human trafficking with style. She witnessed the atrocities of human trafficking firsthand during her 10 years living in China. After meeting children who were being used as slave labor and seeing a report with girls under the age of ten being sold to men she knew she had to do something to inflict change. Dawn started her social enterprise, Made for Freedom, with an idea revolving around her favorite international clothing, and the company has grown into a lifestyle brand carrying clothing, bath & body, jewelry, home goods, and more. They have partnered with over 20 restoration centers/suppliers around the world and provided over 25,000 hours of dignified employment for survivors of trafficking and those coming out of marginalized situations. Dawn’s passion, stories, and insights into the fashion industry and supply chains will not only inspire, your view of how you can make a difference will be expanded. Learn more about Made For Freedom with this link: https://madeforfreedom.com/podcast-download Instagram @madeforfreedom @madeforfreedomfoundation.