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Author: Altovise Pelzer

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Altovise is an introverted entrepreneur residing in the DMV that launched, stumbled, and learned how to manage entrepreneurship, motivational speaking, and being a single mom. Her failure led her to start conversations with CEOs and entrepreneurs about the good, the bad, and the ugly when you first start a business. (Or, when you first try to start a business) She has written and co-authored multiple best-selling books including her first book, "It’s Okay to Cry" - and now, in this podcast, Altovise brings you the conversations that can help female Entrepreneurs in the DMV to launch, stumble less and learn. Can you become a successful entrepreneur? New episodes on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
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Discovering True Success: Learn from Steve "StevieG" Gallegos' Journey If you're feeling the constant pressure to meet society's traditional definition of success, sacrificing your own values and passions along the way, then you are not alone! Many entrepreneurs find themselves trapped in a cycle of chasing external validation and financial gain, only to realize that it doesn't lead to true fulfillment or personal growth. Despite their tireless efforts, they may find that their actions are not yielding the desired results, leaving them feeling frustrated and unfulfilled. It's time to break free from this cycle and redefine what success means on your own terms, paving the way for authentic growth and fulfillment. In this episode, you will be able to: Grasp the art of reinterpreting success and leveraging failures as turning points for advancement. Enlighten yourself with the vital aspects of personal growth and ways to navigate your journey of self-discovery. Unveil the strength in vulnerability and how your struggles can instigate change in those around you. Inspire your capacity to bring about a positive shift in the lives of others and feel the true sense of fulfillment it brings. Experience first-hand the riveting tales of the Voices of Impact Awards recipients and find motivation in their adventurous spirit. My special guest is Steve "StevieG" Gallegos Steve StevieG Gallegos, a luminary born out of adversity. Having faced extreme hardships as a child, his will to break free set him on a life-changing journey. With personal growth anchored by his lived experiences, he evolved into an accomplished speaker, author, and trainer with a unique take on what success truly is. His empathetic insight guides entrepreneurs to redefine their definition of success, urging them to shift focus from chasing societal norms to achieving their personalized definition of triumph. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:02 - Defining Success as an Entrepreneur, 00:01:43 - Overcoming Childhood Challenges, 00:06:11 - The Value of Struggles and Challenges, 00:09:28 - Stepping Into Uncomfortable Places, 00:12:43 - Rethinking Success, 00:16:18 - Recognizing Failure as an Event, 00:17:34 - Tailoring Success to Individual Journeys, 00:19:44 - The Dangers of Chasing External Markers of Success, 00:23:14 - Embracing Challenges and Struggles, 00:27:24 - Fulfilling Current Capacity and Increasing Capacity, 00:32:14 - Tend Your Own Garden, 00:32:51 - Connect with Steve, 00:33:21 - Voices of Impact Awards, 00:34:10 - Effective Storytelling, 00:34:59 - Elevate in Life and Business,
Unlocking the Power of Sports: How Lakshmi Jayanthi's App Builds Self-Confidence and Friendships - Lakshmi Jayanthi In a world where screens dominate children's lives, one mother dared to challenge the status quo. Lakshmi Jayanthi, a loving and observant mother in Atlanta, noticed the fading days of carefree outdoor play. Determined to make a change, she took a leap of faith and created an app that would bridge the gap between structured sports and unstructured play. But little did she know, this app would lead her on a journey that would surpass her wildest dreams. Brace yourself for an unexpected twist that will leave you wondering: How did this app transform not only children's lives but an entire community? Find out how Lakshmi's creation sparked a revolution in physical activity and social connections, in a story that will captivate you. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover the pivotal role of physical activity in fostering children's holistic health and well-being. Learn about innovative ways to assemble children’s playgroups via the modern Pickup Sports for Families app. Understand the profound impact of sports on enhancing children's self-esteem, self-confidence, and interpersonal relations. Find out valuable tips on motivating girls to enthusiastically partake in sports and physical activities. Uncover how technology can bridge the divide between structured and whimsical play for our young ones. List 2: My special guest is Lakshmi Jayanthi Meet Lakshmi Jayanthi; a mother, innovator, and an advocate for outdoor play. Rooted firmly in her belief in the advantages of childhood sports and recreational activities, Lakshmi created an innovative app designed to inspire a love for physical play beyond the screens of various devices kids are accustomed to nowadays. It brings the joy of hopping from couch cushions onto the field tactfully and effortlessly, thus promoting a healthier and sociable childhood. With a background in sports herself, she recognizes the societal role of sports play in forging communities and friendships. The resources mentioned in this episode are: Download the app created by Lakshmi Jayanthi that helps kids pick up and play sports for fun in their neighborhoods. Sign up for a playgroup in your area through the app and invite friends and neighbors to join. Participate in regularly scheduled playgroups or create your own at a time and location that works for you. Access coaching instructions for parents to teach kids basic motor control and ball control skills for various sports through the app. Encourage your girls to play sports for the positive effects on their self-confidence, self-esteem, and friendships. Explore a variety of sports beyond traditional ones like football, basketball, and soccer, such as pickleball. Support the mission of getting kids outside and playing by utilizing the app and promoting outdoor activities. Help create a society that values casual and fun play for children, rather than focusing solely on professionalized youth sports. Spread the word about the app to friends, family, and community members to increase participation and access to playgroups. Imagine a future where the app becomes the go-to platform for finding playgroups and fostering a love for sports in children. Benefits of Outdoor Play Outdoor play, more than just fun and games, carries transformative powers. Stepping outside for a game of tag or a friendly match of soccer can do wonders for a child's health, development, and overall well-being. It's an exciting stage where they can explore, experiment, and push boundaries, all the while developing vital skills like problem-solving, creativity, and emotional intelligence. Moreover, engaging in sports adds the cherry on top - introducing values like teamwork, discipline, and resilience that go a long way in shaping their personalities. During the conversation, Lakshmi Jayanthi recalled her own childhood experiences and the profound impact sports had on her life. Her memories of camaraderie, delightful victories, and learning to handle defeat functioned as a force to develop an app that facilitated casual sports among kids. She emphasized the significance of sports and outdoor play, highlighting how it led her to inspire children to leave their screens behind, flex their muscles, and forge new friendships. Promoting Outdoor Play for Kids Promoting outdoor play for kids is not just about encouraging them to simply 'go out and play.' It is about creating a safe, engaging, and dynamic environment that motivates them to explore and enjoy their surroundings. No two days in the park are alike, and that's the beauty of outdoor play. It provides a diverse range of experiences, from digging in the mud, chasing butterflies to an impromptu football match. In the conversation with Altovise Pelzer, Lakshmi Jayanthi shared her concerns regarding modern day kids gravitating more towards screens, resulting in lesser outdoor play. She shared her vision of encouraging kids to play sports casually and bring back the joy, self-confidence, and friendships that outdoor games ensued. Normalizing Outdoor Activities Normalizing outdoor activities means a shift in focus from indoor, screen-dominated playing to the open, breezy playgrounds. Any change is challenging initially, but once people realize the massive benefits, the resistance wanes. Making outdoor activities an attractive and usual part of a child's routine could greatly improve their quality of life. Lakshmi Jayanthi stressed how important it was to integrate outdoor activities into kids' lives. Ideally, her app would act as a facilitator to this transition, and children would begin to view sports and outdoor activities as a regular, fun part of their lives, exactly like how dating or ride-sharing apps have become integral to many adults' lives.
Meet Brian Adams, the founder of PH Creative and Happy Dance, who helps global brands attract top talent through employer branding. But when a terrible boss pushes him to start his own company, he's faced with the daunting challenge of entrepreneurship. Will he overcome his fears and achieve success, or will he crumble under the pressure? Find out in this gripping interview. In this episode, you will be able to: Empower yourself with an entrepreneurial mindset and overcome hurdles in the business world. Tackle challenges head-on and carve your path as an aspiring entrepreneur. Improve the employee experience through strategic employer branding. Focus on a niche in your business to boost growth and gain clarity. Leverage the wisdom of successful individuals and foster a supportive network. My special guest is Bryan Adams Meet Bryan Adams, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 19 years of experience in the world of marketing and employer branding. As the founder of PH Creative and Happy Dance, Bryan has had the opportunity to work with global brands like Apple, Nike, and American Airlines, helping them attract top talent by creating compelling employer brand strategies. His passion for designing human experiences and fostering a sense of purpose, impact, and belonging in the workplace has made him a sought-after expert in his field. The resources mentioned in this episode are: Check out PH Creative, Bryan Adams' employer brand company, for branding and consultancy services for global brands with complex talent audiences. Visit Happy Dance, Bryan Adams' tech company, for innovative solutions in the employer brand industry. Consider niching down in your own entrepreneurial journey to find purpose, focus, and clarity. Face your fears, whether it's public speaking or something else, to grow and learn as a person and entrepreneur. Look for those little moments of achievement and be proud of yourself along the way. Connect with Bryan Adams on LinkedIn to learn more about his work and entrepreneurial journey. Employer Branding Employer branding is an essential aspect for businesses looking to attract top talent and create a positive work environment. It encompasses the strategies and techniques used to communicate a company's culture, values, and mission to prospective employees, thus helping differentiate them from competitors. When done correctly, employer branding helps create a strong company identity, promote employee engagement, and ultimately, foster a high-performance workplace. In the podcast episode, Bryan Adams highlights the significance of helping companies articulate their employee experience through effective employer branding. His company, PH Creative, works with large global brands to showcase their values, mission, and culture, ultimately attracting the right talent. Adams emphasizes the importance of clear communication and true representation of the employer's brand in order to create meaningful connections with potential employees. Overcoming Public Speaking Fears Public speaking is a common fear among many individuals, including entrepreneurs. However, overcoming this fear can lead to significant personal and professional growth. By facing and conquering the fear of public speaking, entrepreneurs can improve their communication skills, gain confidence, and ultimately become more effective in persuading and influencing others. Bryan Adams shares his personal journey of overcoming public speaking fears on the podcast. He admits to turning down sales opportunities due to his debilitating fear and later deciding to face it head-on by enrolling in a stand-up comedy course. Through this experience, he learned to embrace challenges, grow, and ultimately walk away as a changed person. Adams' story highlights the importance of facing fears and pushing oneself out of their comfort zone in order to learn, evolve, and succeed. Facing Entrepreneurial Fears Entrepreneurship inherently comes with a mix of fears, challenges, and uncertainty. It's essential for entrepreneurs to confront these fears and develop the confidence to persevere through them. By doing so, they can achieve personal growth and unlock their true potential in their entrepreneurial journey. In the podcast, Bryan Adams discusses his approach to overcoming fears by embracing them and using them as catalysts for growth. He draws on his experience of enrolling in a stand-up comedy course to conquer his fear of public speaking, and how this decision reshaped his outlook on facing other entrepreneurial fears. His insights underscore the importance of continually embracing challenges in order to learn, grow, and maintain a sense of purpose and momentum in business.   Let's Connect: www.iamunmuted.com www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted  
Edina Movana, a spirituality consultant and founder of the Unity Consciousness Collective, discusses the concept of ascension and the journey-mapping process to achieve it. But as she delves into the difficulties and challenges of the journey, the trailer ends abruptly, leaving viewers wondering if they have what it takes to embark on this mission-critical work. Ascension journey mapping is really getting people started on having a plan of action for this agenda, right? We want to get somewhere, we want to work with people or understand concepts or read material that's going to help us get there. - Edina Mauvana My special guest is Edina Mauvana Introducing Edina Mauvana, an insightful spirituality consultant and founder of the Unity Consciousness Collective. Edina is also the driving force behind the #NotThatKindOfMuslim campaign, which challenges stereotypes and promotes understanding. Her book, "Ascension is the New Attraction," explores mindset and manifestation in the context of personal spiritual growth. Edina is a firm believer in the power of intuition and helping others to break free from fear programming. Her work emphasizes the importance of self-love and safe spaces, leading individuals on a journey towards a more balanced and spiritually connected life. This is Edina Mauvana's story: Edina Mauvana's spiritual journey began when she realized that traditional religious institutions did not provide the safe, inclusive space she craved for self-discovery and healing. As she delved into the concept of ascension, Edina discovered that the path to a higher vibrational frequency required overcoming limiting beliefs, fears, and traumas. Working through these challenges, she found herself connecting more deeply with her intuition and experiencing a sense of relief and contentment. In this episode, you will be able to: Traverse your spiritual ascent while amplifying vibrational frequencies. Mend internal traumas and utilize shadow work for a more profound development. Be an influencer in the emergence of worldwide consciousness by promoting personal and mutual transformations. Surpass restricting beliefs and conquer fear-induced programming. Understand the significance of protected havens and individualized spiritual counsel. The resources mentioned in this episode are: Check out Edina's book, Ascension is the New Attraction, available on Amazon. Start with small steps and focus on daily actions to achieve larger goals. Practice self-love to increase vibrational frequency and overcome fear programming. Look within to identify the source of fear and limiting beliefs for healing. Consider working with a spirituality consultant to map out your ascension journey and plan for personal growth. Let's Connect: www.iamunmuted.com  www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted  
Disability does not mean inferiority - don't let it keep you from succeeding and achieving your goals. "Don't let disability be taken advantage of - disability shouldn't stop you from achieving success, no matter the challenges you face." Zylo Marshall is a 47-year-old realtor and disability advocate who went through the windshield of a car at 11 months old in 1976 and grew up with a brain injury. He is passionate about speaking up for those with disabilities and sharing his story of resilience and determination. Zylo Marshall, 47, had been living with a disability and brain injury since a car accident as an infant. After becoming a realtor, he lost his business due to fraud and corruption. He seeks to spread awareness of the challenges people with disabilities face and to work against them being taken advantage of because of their disability. Despite setbacks and facing rejection, he was able to find support and use his experiences to become successful. He now works to spread his message and help those with disabilities have a chance to make it out there without being taken advantage of. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. Exploring the challenges disabled people face due to fraud and corruption. 2. Examining the difficulties of navigating life with a disability. 3. Examining the challenges of parenting a child with autism. Resources: www.facebook.com/zylomarshallstory www.linkedin.com/in/zylomarshall Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating on your favorite podcasting platform.
With a lifetime of poverty-reduction, performance art, and belly-dancing experience, Shatoyia Jones is on a mission to empower women, challenge beauty standards, and reclaim the true history of her community, all while inspiring a new generation of risk-takers. "Take the risk to fight for a work culture that actually is a culture for work, not one that becomes your life. Don't be afraid to explore and challenge what you've been given, and study for yourself to know what you're capable of." Shatoyia Jones is the founder and creative director of Keno Woman Finishing School. She has dedicated her career to poverty reduction, wealth education and opportunity access, and is a performance artist. She is passionate about empowering women and restoring the true history of African and African American culture. Shatoyia Jones was determined to challenge the beauty standards that had been set by European men and to learn more about her own history. She studied and questioned, determined to break the cycle of being silenced and to discover who she really was. She encouraged others to take risks, to explore, and to challenge societal norms, seeing the potential in multiple generations to learn from each other. She was determined to learn and to share her knowledge so that all could benefit from the true history and excellence of women. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. Understanding the Value of a Woman: What is the biblical perspective on divine femininity, and how has this been historically expressed? 2. Exploring Multi-Generational Learning: How can we leverage the knowledge and experience of multiple generations to maximize our potential for excellence? 3. Unlocking Access to Resources: How can new technologies and social media be used to create a higher quality of life with more time for loved ones? Resources: https://www.shatoyiajones.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@shatoyiajones https://www.linkedin.com/in/shatoyia-jones-32048214a/ http://firstladiesofpovertyfoundation.eventbrite.com/ https://www.facebook.com/officialshatoyiajones https://medium.com/@helloshatoyiajones https://www.instagram.com/officialshatoyiajones/ Connect with me:  Instagram: altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating on your favorite podcasting platform.
In this podcast episode, Diana L. Howles, a virtual coaching and training specialist, strives to equip her audience with the skills to have crucial conversations, even as she finds herself challenged to engage them in a virtual setting. "When you focus on the other, you focus on, in this case, the audience or your learners, it's not about you. It's about whatever you can do with the platform, with the tools, with your content, with your instructional design to help them do something, which would be your goals, right. Your learning outcomes." - Diana Howles Diana L. Howles is the founder of Howles Associates, a virtual coaching and training company, and the author of two books, "Next Level Virtual Training: Advance Your Facilitation" and "Resilient Women in Life and Business". Diana L. Howles had spent years perfecting her craft of virtual training and coaching. When the pandemic hit, she saw an opportunity to help others with this new form of learning. She had learned to focus on her learners, not herself, and used small tasks to get them involved and engaged. Diana found that introverts were more vocal in virtual training, allowing them to have a voice and place in the class. Despite the difficulty of virtual learning, Diana was inspired by the challenge of creating new connections and was thrilled when her book, Next Level Virtual Training, won an award. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How virtual training has evolved in the past 20 years 2. Tips for engaging learners in virtual training 3. How the pandemic has reset the educational system and opened up new tools for learning. Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianahowles/ https://twitter.com/dianahowles https://www.facebook.com/diana.howles Connect with me: Instagram: altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating on your favorite podcasting platform.
Struggling with his tumultuous home life, Lyle Benjamin's goal to repay the debt of those who helped him leads him on a mission to introduce civility, kindness, and social education into schools, confronting an educational system that fails to prepare students for the real world. "Don't wait until you're educated up the Yang Yang, okay? That's not going to help. Plant the seeds of kindness and civility so that the mindset will follow, and be perseverant, consistent, and persistent in your actions to make an impact on the world." Lyle Benjamin is the founder of three nonprofit educational organizations: 16 Things Kids Can Do, planned acts of Kindness and One Planet, one People. He has dedicated his life to helping people, and works to promote civility, kindness and social education in schools. Lyle Benjamin had a difficult home life growing up, so he started working at 11 years old to get away. People took an interest in him, which had a major impact, and he wanted to repay that debt by helping people. He was determined to make a difference in the world, so he created three non-profit educational organizations to focus on social education. He learned how to create change through planned acts of kindness, and his programs have reached individuals from all backgrounds. He encourages people to take action and make an impact on the world, no matter the size of their goals. Lyle Benjamin is determined to show that anyone can make a difference and create positive change for society. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How to introduce civility and kindness into schools. 2. How to create collaboration between scientific, business, government and academic groups to solve global issues. 3. How to create a system of volunteer success programs for individuals and organizations. Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyle-benjamin-34379755/ https://twitter.com/plannedacts https://www.facebook.com/PlannedActs2018/ https://www.LyleBenjamin.com Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating on your favorite podcasting platform.
In this episode of The #Speakeasy Podcast, Altovise explores how a breakdown in communication between entrepreneurs, relationships, marriages, finances, and children can be mended by mastering active, visual communication and uncovering the power of soundbites. In this episode, it was discussed how communicating has changed due to people wanting everything to be quick and digestible, how we're not taught in school effective communication skills, and how to separate ourselves from narcissists and pretenders. It was also discussed how to make sure that what we say is being properly understood, using soundbites, and how to make sure we are getting meaningful feedback from people. Podcast interviews are a great way to market and reach people who are looking for more than just a snack. "Sometimes we need silence to digest some things. Sometimes we use silence as a tool in order for us to hurry the conversation along. We use it as a tool to protect ourselves from the potential devastation of where this conversation is going." In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. What does breaking communication in business, relationships, marriages, finances, and parenting look like in the modern world? 2. How can we become better communicators by understanding the importance of nonverbal communication, sound bites, and eye contact? 3. How do entrepreneurs effectively communicate with people with different backgrounds and language to ensure understanding? Connect with Altovise:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating on your favorite podcast platform.
What does it mean to have a posture of perseverance as an entrepreneur? While it may not be a term that you’ve heard before, it is a term that is very relevant in entrepreneurship. The mountains, valleys, and desert places can be part of your journey. In this episode, Altovise shares why a posture of perseverance has kept her afloat through all the shifts and changes in business. From business coaching and consulting, to becoming an influencer on Amazon, Altovise has seen her fair share of difficulties in business. She evens shares about what it felt like to launch with zero signups. Connect with Altovise: www.iamunmuted.com Amazon.com/shop/altoviseunmuted Instagram.com/altoviseunmuted Let me know how this episode resonates with you by leaving us a review on your favorite podcasting platform.
Don’t Get Drunk off the Cheat Code This time of year, people are running towards free classes, free webinars, free books, and free tip sheets only to realize that it is meant to be a spark for what they are doing. There is still work to be done. “The cheat code will always lead to missed opportunities and skipped steps” ~ Altovise Pelzer In this episode, Altovise shares: ~ Why people fail after using the cheat code ~ What you need when using a cheat code ~ Ways that she helped her clients avoid getting caught up in the cheat code Let’s Connect: Amazon.com/shop/altoviseunmuted Instagram.com/altoviseunmuted LinkedIn.com/in/altoviseunmuted
When Stephanie Bigelow returns to the faith she abandoned in her adolescence, she discovers the irony of her upbringing as a Preacher's Kid, inspiring her to write a book that helps her fellow PK's overcome the trials of life, time, and circumstance. "Life is really 5% what happens to you, but it's 95% how you respond." - Dr. Stephanie Bigelow Stephanie Bigelow is a Bay Area California native, PK, and graduate of the University of Phoenix. She has worked in the healthcare industry for 20+ years and is married to two brilliant young adults. She recently wrote a book about her journey as a Preacher's Kid. Stephanie Bigelow was born and raised in the Bay Area, California, growing up in a ministry family. She learned that life is 95% how you respond to the 5% that happens to you and that trials don't discriminate. She was inspired to write a book about her journey to help others in similar situations. Stephanie believes her book will be helpful to young preacher's kids who feel like they have to put on a mask in public but can be themselves at home. She encourages them to work out their own soul salvation and to remember that whatever drives them to their knees, even if it's the same Lord, it's for their goodness. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. What foundational principles do we need to tap into to redefine our lives and relationships? 2. How writing a book can be therapeutic and reflective of our own life journey. 3. How can preachers' kids (PKs) learn to work out their own soul salvation in a world where they don't have much control? Resources: www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-a-bigelow-bbb8a29 Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating.
"Share your story and help someone else find the strength to build themselves back up." "Happiness is not about how many cars you have or how big your house is or how much money you have or how successful you think you are. It's all about loving who you are on the inside." - Frances Jones Frances Jones is a speaker transformation coach, author, and CEO. She wrote the book Overcoming the Emotional Stigmas of Infertility: Barren, but Not Ashamed, which is a story of her 20-year journey with infertility. Frances Jones is a speaker, coach, author, and CEO. She wrote a book about overcoming the emotional stigmas of infertility, sharing her personal 20-year journey of never being able to have children. Through this journey, she discovered that happiness and success come from within and not from external sources. Frances encourages others to appreciate their presence and use their struggles to help others. She wants to encourage those who doubt their own greatness and show them that their pain has a purpose and can help others find hope in their story. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. Discovering Strength Through Transformative Journeys: How can we use our experiences to build bridges and help others? 2. Celebrating Personal Growth: How can we appreciate our process of rebuilding and learning to love ourselves? 3. Sharing Our Wisdom: How can we use our stories to encourage and inspire others? Resources: FB and IG: @heartdesirescoaching LinkedIn: @francesjones1 Twitter: @HeartDesiresFC Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating.
"Be like an athlete: Push through the pain and challenge yourself to greatness." "Don't tell me what I can't do, right? I'm going to create my own pathways. I'm going to go all in. And to be quite honest, all I needed was one yes. I can get 100 nos. All I needed was one yes." Samantha Card is a former Division One softball player, Chemistry major, with a Master's in Business graduate. She is an all-in type of woman who has leveraged her experience set to become an Amazon bestseller and mentor athletes in parallel. Samantha Card was an all-in type of woman who was a former Division One softball player at the University of Pittsburgh. After graduating, she had an identity crisis as she did not have any traditional work experience. She went on to get her Masters in Business and ran a $10 billion merger acquisition program. She then left Corporate America and became an Amazon bestseller in six categories. She spoke about how athletes push through pain in order to reach their goals and how she used her own athletic experience to transition into a successful career in business. Samantha highlighted the importance of failure and having discipline in order to reach success. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How making shifts and changes in our lives can be beneficial, even when it's an uncomfortable process? 2. What can we learn from athletes about pushing through pain and adversity? 3. How can we use motivation and discipline to fuel and steer our dreams? Resources: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-card-89239231/ Instagram: @SamanthaSCard Twitter: SamanthaSCard Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sammi.card/ Other episodes you'll enjoy: [Insert 3 past episodes with links] Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating.
In today's workplace, it's more important than ever to speak up and claim your power. "Always do what you're afraid to do." Elaine Lyerly is an entrepreneur and the owner of a brand marketing and public relations firm in North Carolina. She and her sister work with companies to help them get their story out, tell their stories and market their products and services. Elaine is also working on a book about outrageous things men say to women at work, to help women empower themselves to have a voice and speak up when inappropriate things are said or happen to them. This is Elaine Lyerly's story... I'm Elaine Lyerly, and I'm an entrepreneur. My sister and I have a brand marketing and public relations firm in North Carolina, and we've been working together for a long time. And we work with companies to help them get their story out, tell their stories and market their products and services and really help them grow. So, it's been a really fun journey, and part of how it's evolved is I met a friend through the American Red Cross, and her name is Karen, and we got to talking one day about just outrageous things men have said to women at work. And she's been in corporate America and traditionally male-oriented industries, and we started telling stories of things that men had said to us in the workplace, and we realized how many women had In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. The experiences of women who have faced verbal harassment or sexual harassment in the workplace. 2. The importance of speaking up and claiming one's power in the face of such harassment. 3. The ways in which women can support and empower each other in the workplace.   Resources: https://www.facebook.com/elaine.lyerly.9  https://www.linkedin.com/in/elaine-lyerly-helping-companies-tell-their-stories-9b6b9b6/ https://www.facebook.com/karen.teller.31 Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted Facebook: www.facebook.com/altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating.
Art Mitchell is a special education specialist, youth advocate, and professional development and staff coach. He is also a soon-to-be TEDx speaker. Art was diagnosed with keratoconus, a rare eye disease, at the age of six. He has since had seven surgeries to correct his vision. Despite all of this, he has remained a champion throughout his journey, always fighting to see and be normal again. Today, he uses his platform to share his story and help others who are going through similar challenges. This episode is about the importance of asking for help. Art Mitchell learned about the importance of asking for help when he was diagnosed with keratoconus, a rare eye disease, at the age of six. Art went through seven surgeries and experienced a lot of rejection and bullying before he was finally able to see again. He learned that it's important to be vulnerable and ask for help when you need it. Asking for help doesn't make you weak, it makes you strong. "I know that you can go far. I know that you can. This episode is your evidence and reminder that you can." In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How Art Mitchell's life changed when he was diagnosed with keratoconus at age six, and how he has fought for normalcy ever since. 2. The importance of asking for help, and being vulnerable, in order to get the help that you need. 3. How Art's journey has led him to be a motivational speaker and writer, helping others who are facing similar challenges. Resources: Arthur Mitchell | Facebook (54) Arthur Mitchell | LinkedIn Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted YouTube: www.YouTube.com/AltovisePelzer LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating!
Against all odds, Mickey Royal transitioned from a life of deviancy and criminal activity to a life of love and purpose, showing that it's never too late to start anew. "When you make the decision to change, you must be willing to let go of your identity and take a leap of faith into the unknown in order to create a new life for yourself." - Mickey Royal Mickey Royal is an author, former gangster, mob enforcer, pimp, pornographer, drug dealer, sex trafficker, and drug smuggler who has gone through a personal journey of healing and now shares his story to help others. This is Mickey Royal's story... Mickey Royal was an author and a former gangster, mob enforcer, pimp, pornographer, drug dealer, sex trafficker, and drug smuggler. He had become desensitized to extreme acts of violence and was living in what he called the shadow world until he fell in love with a former coin star and decided to quit. She also decided to quit and they got married and he was able to taper down his lifestyle. He was able to transition out and tell his story, which he now uses as an instruction manual for others trying to do the same. After years of being in the underworld, he eventually learned that the most important transition is the one from within and that it takes a conscious effort to move on. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. What is the process of transitioning out of a lifestyle that is familiar yet damaging? 2. How can someone leave an identity that has been constructed by their environment? 3. What does it mean to truly "quit" and make a successful change in one's life?   Resources: https://www.facebook.com/mickey.royal.3 mickeyroyal2016@yahoo.com Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted Facebook: www.facebook.com/altoviseunmuted YouTube: www.YouTube.com/AltovisePelzer Twitter: www.twitter.com/altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating!
Don't overthink it, just put your story out there. "You're not late to the game. You have to get through the know how. Books are still booming. People are still reading. So, you know, you can still have books crafted. Your story is important because it's your voice." Annesa Lacey is a book ghostwriter and business mastermind program developer. She has over 10 years of experience crafting content and helping people share their stories. This is Annesa L Lacey's story... Annesa Lacey is a ghostwriter, and she discusses the positives of having one. She talks about how a ghostwriter can help you save time and energy by crafting copy for you. She also talks about how important it is to have a clear goal and audience in mind when creating any type of content. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. The importance of copywriting, and how it can make or break a business 2. The benefits of having a ghostwriter, and how they can help take your business to the next level 3. The importance of relationships in business, and how they can help you succeed Resources: https://web.breakout.fm/p/@GhostwriterCopywritr   https://linkedin.com/in/alinterpretations   https://instagram.com/alinterpretations   https://facebook.com/alinterpretations Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted Facebook: www.facebook.com/altoviseunmuted YouTube: www.YouTube.com/AltovisePelzer Twitter: www.twitter.com/altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review.
Kirsten Franklin, a recovering attorney turned life and business coach, shares her story of how she went from hating her job to becoming a successful entrepreneur despite the challenges she faced as a single mom. Why you should always set the bar high for yourself. "You have to understand that you are having a conversation with or without your consent in your head, twenty-four seven and that conversation controls your outcomes." Kirsten Franklin is a recovering attorney turned life and business coach, but more so an entrepreneur. She is a startup founder and cofounder and owns several businesses. Kirsten is also on the advisory board and is the president of the board of directors of companies. This is Kirsten Franklin's story... I'm a recovering attorney who made a shift to becoming a life and business coach. I understand what it's like to have a big change in your career, and how it can feel like there's a brick wall in front of you. I made the shift because I was forced to, after being sued and losing my job. I started my own business, and it was a success. I've learned that you have to have a conversation with yourself in your head, and that controls your outcomes. I also learned that you have to be understanding of yourself and others and that you have to make your standards first. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. What it really looks like to have a career change, and if it's doable 2. What it feels like to make a shift in your career 3. The mindset behind making a successful career change Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsten-franklin/ https://www.facebook.com/kirsten.franklin.75 Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted Facebook: www.facebook.com/altoviseunmuted YouTube: www.YouTube.com/AltovisePelzer Twitter: www.twitter.com/altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review.
Dana Golden and David Marion are ex spouses who have turned their struggles with addiction into a successful coaching business to help others; they discuss the numbers and impact of addiction on society and families and the importance of early intervention. In this episode you will learn: 1. Addiction affects more than just the addict - it affects the whole family. 2. Addiction is a progressive disease - it will get worse unless it is addressed. 3. It takes time and effort to recover from addiction - there is no quick fix. "The best thing you can do is bring it out in a very healthy way. You know, it's not judgmental, it's not shaming, it's not blaming, but it's in a healthy manner to communicate about it." Dana Golden is a certified family addiction coach and interventionist. She works with addicts and their families to bring healing to everybody involved because addiction is a family disease. David Marion is the founder of the Life Recovery Coach and Life recovery interventions. He is a certified Intervention professional, certified Recovery Coach, and author, an advocate for those struggling to get into treatment, those trying to maintain any type of their sobriety, and those that are just looking for a solution in life that has been bumped up against that same path and can't do anything they feel to maintain any type of happiness. This is Dana Golden, David Marion's story... Scenario: I have a friend or family member that I think may be addicted to something, but I'm not sure. And I don't want to confront them because I don't want to ruin the relationship. Or I don't want to deal with the rage that might come from it. What is the best thing to do?    The best thing you can do is bring it out in a very healthy way. You know, it's not judgmental, it's not shaming, it's not blaming, but it's in a healthy manner to communicate about it. And that's the start of just opening it up, making it not a secret, because that's the hardest part. A very popular line in AA. You're only as sick as your secrets. And that goes for the family, In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. Addiction affects more than just the addict - it affects the whole family. 2. Addiction is a progressive disease - it will get worse unless it is addressed. 3. It takes time and effort to recover from addiction - there is no quick fix. Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-l-marion/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-golden-0147487/ https://www.facebook.com/The-Life-Recovery-Coach-2056873307870812 https://www.facebook.com/dana.goldin.marion https://www.instagram.com/theliferecoverycoach/ Chapter Summaries: [00:00:02] - Today's topic is addiction. Dana Golden is a family addiction coach and interventionist. David Marianne is the founder of Life Recovery Coach and Life Recovery Interventions. He is an advocate for those struggling to get into treatment, those trying to maintain sobriety, and those that have been bumped up against that path. [00:03:37] - David's family doesn't want to talk about his relationship problems, but it's the best thing to bring it out in a healthy way. David stopped talking to his girlfriend because he didn't know how to handle the situation. David believes that if you see something that doesn't look right, you should talk about it. [00:06:20] -  Dane believes that addiction is an elephant in the living room. [00:08:01] - The way addiction affects the family. It ravages them like an F Five hurricane. Many families ask if marijuana is a gateway drug. In his experience, he's never seen anyone go from smoking marijuana to shooting drugs. For him, the gateway to harder drugs and self-medicating the pain is trauma. [00:09:37] - In the best-case scenario, one in three or one in four people are touched by addiction. Whether in themselves or someone they know well or peripherally. The numbers are a lot stronger than they were before because of the pandemic of addiction and mental health disorders. [00:10:52] - David and his ex-wife are both recovering alcoholics. She wants to get certified as a recovery coach to help other families. She goes through a checklist of their social life, their finances, their relationships, their job status and their attitude to help them change their lives. [00:15:43] - It takes time to recover from an addiction. It's more of a mental problem than a physical one. The recovery comes from not having an obsessive thought to use in a long time. The pandemic was not planned and so maneuvering through unplanned moments plays a big part in the recovery. [00:19:06] - David and Dana help people struggling with addiction. They have a website where people can take a quiz to find out if they have an addiction problem. David and Dana are trying to shed light on the problem and help people to find a solution to their problems. They are happy to answer any questions. Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted Facebook: www.facebook.com/altoviseunmuted YouTube: www.YouTube.com/AltovisePelzer Twitter: www.twitter.com/altoviseunmuted LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted Website: www.iamunmuted.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review.
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