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In this conversation, we get to have a conversation with Warrior Woman Guest, Shannon Lee! She discusses her journey of self-discovery and pursuing her passions while emphasizing the importance of staying true to her authentic self. Shannon shares with us the challenges she has personally faced while running a business and the importance of caring about what you do. Shannon highlights the value of taking action, not taking things personally, and having compassion and understanding in business negotiations and interpersonal relationships. In this conversation, Shannon Lee discusses her experiences in business and how she navigates challenges and biases. She emphasizes the importance of observing and staying confident in the face of manipulation or aggression. Shannon also shares her personal journey of self-work and how it has helped her in running her father's legacy. She highlights the need to trust your feelings and intuition, and to surround yourself with a support system. Shannon concludes by discussing the work of the Bruce Lee Foundation in sharing her father's teachings and empowering youth.
We are beyond honored and humbled to have been able to have this in-depth chat with Shannon and cannot wait to have her on again. Enjoy the episode!
Enjoy the show and don't forget to check out our discount codes and links below for some incredible brands and products that we at Task O'Fit Martial Arts & Fitness use and trust!
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Photo credit (Shannon Lee photo):
Manfred Baumann
Websites:
Bruce Lee
https://brucelee.com/
LEEWAY
https://www.leewaymedia.com/
Bruce Lee Foundation
https://bruceleefoundation.org/
Be Water, My Friend The Teachings of Bruce Lee by Shannon Lee
Social Media
Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4NkddMiASJ2fnu9z_aBaYQ
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/therealshannonlee/
https://www.instagram.com/bruceleefoundation/
https://www.instagram.com/brucelee/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/BruceLee
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In this episode, we speak with Warrior Woman guest, Tyneski Quintel! Tyneski is from the island of Oahu and is the founder of the Hawaii Polo Academy and is an avid and active polo player herself.
How she began her journey with horses and polo, without ever having thought about it priorHow she was able to grow her herdWho helped her along the way and how integral they were to her growth as a business owner and polo playerHow she was able to grow her clientele (both adult and children)How she decided to run horse camps for kids, as well as how she’s been running and scheduling themWhat her future vision looks like for the Hawaii Polo AcademyHow her style of riding and teaching was influenced by the Argentinian gauchos
Tyneski shares with us:We hope that you enjoy the show and don't forget to check out our discount codes and links below for some incredible brands and products that we at Task O'Fit Martial Arts & Fitness use and trust!
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Music Credit:Riding Free by Kristina A. Bishoff
@kristinaabishoff
https://www.kristinaabishoff.com/
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Hawaii Polo Academy
https://www.hawaiipoloacademy.com/Social Media
Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/@TyneskiAdventures
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hawaiipoloacademy/
Facebook:
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In this episode, we speak with warrior woman guest, Isabel Quintero! Isabel is from England originally, has moved around the world, and currently resides in Spain with her family and three businesses. She is the cofounder with her husband of Anicca terapia y movimiento and is the sole founder of Fascia en Forma and IQ Traducción Cientifica.
The struggles she and her husband faced while building their joint businessHow they were able to overcome those struggles and begin to thrive instead of just surviveSuccess methods for growing her businessesSocial media fatiguePrioritizing mental and physical health while juggling three businesses, being a Mom and a wifeHer inspirations and motivations to keep progressing and stay up-to-date as an entrepreneurChallenges she is currently facing and options she is considering
Isabel shares with us:We hope that you enjoy the show and don't forget to check out our discount codes and links below for some incredible brands and products that we at Task O'Fit Martial Arts & Fitness use and trust!
Websites:
Anicca Terapia y Movimiento
https://aniccaterapias.com/
Fascia en Forma
https://aniccaterapias.com/fascia-en-forma
IQ Traducción Científica
https://iqtraduccion.com/
Social MediaYoutube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgevKBRY2wVzcdWHQ5GH35Q
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/l%C3%ADa-sanz-herrador-3807b760
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/aniccaterapias/
Facebook:
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In this episode, we get to speak with strategist, speaker, advisor, writer, and the founder of Commcoterie, a change management communication consultancy, and is the founder of the Renegade Reading Series (which is the longest-running emerging writers reading series in NYC.), Caitlin Harper. Caitlin earned her BA in English summa cum laude from the University of Florida with minors in Psychology, Linguistics, and Entrepreneurship and her MFA in Creative Writing summa cum laude from The New School in New York City.
She is the author of the young adult novel, It Will Set You Free (that you can find on Indiebound), and is currently working on her second novel. Caitlin is also interestingly an independent academic scholar, mostly about Harry Potter (yes, it’s a real thing!), I specialize in Quidditch and also frequently discuss humor in the series, the books’ impact on fandoms and fan culture, and fan activism.
She currently lives in New York City with her husband, daughter, and cat.
Websites:
https://www.caitlinelizabethharper.com/
Social MediaLinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlineharper/
Twitter:
@caitlinrenegadeColo’s Links
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In this episode we get to sit down with entrepreneur, innovator, musician mom of twins, and founder of Baby Vend, Alaska Music Leaders Association, and The Business Boutique of Alaska, Jasmin Smith.
Jasmin and her businesses (particularly in this case, Baby Vend) have been featured on BlackEnterprise.Com, Pittsburgh Action News, WBOC Delmarva, BlackBusiness.com, The Points Guy, Anchorage Daily News, Youtube with Peter Santenello, CNBC: The American Comeback, Vending times, Retail Customer Experience, Runway Girl Network, KNBA,, KTVA Channel 11, KTUU Channel 2 News, American Way Magazine for American Airlines 8/2020, just to name a few!
Jasmin shares with us what sparked her initial idea for Baby Vend, and how she went from an idea to creation. She talks with us in depth about every step in between to be able to create a successful and still growing business! Jasmin is not new to the world of entrepreneurship, but with this particular business, she had no clue what the first steps were or even how to begin. Not only, did she find out but she made it happen and it continues to grow and spark interest and business today!You do not want to miss this!
Enjoy the share and please share with anyone you think will benefit from this episode (which is everyone and anyone looking to start something for themselves)!Resources:
Peter Santenello Youtube Channel
https://youtu.be/10HMnUhAEFQPersonal Takeaways:
Financial FridayDetermination, Grit and Patience
Websites:
https://www.babyvendunlimited.com/
https://www.thebusinessboutiqueak.com/
Social MediaIG:
@babyvend
@iamjasminsmith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/BabyVendUnlimited
https://www.facebook.com/alaskamusicleadersassociation/Colo’s Links
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In this episode, we get the absolute pleasure of speaking with the founder of Athena Fight Wear, Charlie Stone Shoes, and fellow martial artist, Samantha Capello!
Sam is not new to the world of entrepreneurship with her business, Athena Fight Wear. Sam started her first business Charlie Stone Shoes out of necessity for a better dance shoe. She realized there was a need for better, beautiful and more comfortable and efficient shoe to dance in. From this she got to work and was able to make a very successful business out of it! Once this business was off the ground and able to be pretty much be self-sustaining, she found the need to begin her next business, Athena Fight Wear! This too was build out of necessity for Sam herself, but she knew that in each of these situations she was most likely not the only one dealing with the same issues. Women do not typically have uniforms specifically designed for their bodies in sports or martial arts. Typically we just have to figure out how to size ourselves off of the men's options and they call it "unisex." So Sam got to work in creating a clothing brand that better suited women in martial arts!
Through this conversation, Sam provides her story and details on how she was able to build her businesses successfully. We hope that her story, her advice, and her abilities give you the boost you need to know that you too, can create and build even stronger the business you want to build, or currently are running.
Enjoy the show!
Websites:
https://www.charliestoneshoes.com/
https://athenafightwear.com/
Social MediaIG:
@charliestoneshoes
@athenafightwear
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/charliestoneshoes
https://www.facebook.com/athenafightwearColo’s Links
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In this episode, we get to speak with Hawaiian entrepreneur, baker, artist and founder of Hawai'i Bread Co. based here in Hawaii, Ke'ala Souza!
Ke'ala speak to us on the importance of just getting started with your business. All you need to do is to take it one step at a time, but be sure to at least take the first one and see where it goes. Anyone can do it if it's what they truly desire, so don't let your fear(s) (what ever form that may take) ruin your chances at adventure, happiness, and independent freedom.Enjoy the show!
Websites:
https://linktr.ee/hawaiibreadco
Social MediaIG:
@hawaiibreadco
Tiktok:
@hawaiibreadcoColo’s Links
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In this episode, we enjoy a conversation with ceramist, pottery artist, and founder of Patree Artistry LLC based here in Hawaii, Patricia Serafini (A.KA. Patri)! Patri's mission is to create beautiful and unique ceramics to add beauty to any home or office spaces!
Social media success in sales. Facebook first then instagram. Mostly on Facebook.Burn out Finding balance between your business and your livelihood and how to make them one. How an instagram reel led to an unexpected and welcomed opportunityBeing patient and consistent. Knowing that those stepping stones are important to lead you where you want to go. Marketing styles used and which have been the most successful thus far
Experiences of Entrepreneurship we speak on include:Enjoy the show!
Social Media
IG:
@patreeartistry
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/patricia.seraf
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In this episode, we get to speak with powerhouse Irish woman, Jane McCooey! Jane is an Executive Director of Antitrust, Privacy & Cybersecurity Law at Morgan Stanley. Jane was a Senior Associate of international law firm, Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP, where she specialized in Antitrust Law for over eight years.
An Armagh native, Jane studied Law with French Law at University College Dublin, a Masters of Law at Cambridge University, and is now studying an Executive MBA with Quantic School of Business & Technology.
Before moving to New York in October 2013, and after the New York Bar, Jane worked in Brussels, Belgium, first at the European Commission, then at the law firm, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP, qualifying as a Solicitor of England & Wales.Jane is the Founder & CEO of Women with Ambition, which provides a space for Irish and Irish-American women working in New York to connect more deeply, form a meaningful network, and take some time to focus on intentional self-development.
Jane is also the Founder & Chairperson of Liberty Gaels Camogie Club. Established nearly 10 years ago, it was the first adult Camogie club in New York after an absence of over 20 years, and the club has since become four-time North American Senior Champions.
Jane was honored with the Irish Echo Community Champion Award 2022.
She lives in Hoboken with her husband, Michael, and puppy, Jim McGuinness, and is always looking for lady golfers to play with!
Enjoy the show!Website:
https://www.womenwithambitionny.com/Social Media
IG:
@womenwithambition_ny
@Libertygaels
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/womenwithambitionny
https://www.facebook.com/LibertyGaels/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/WomenAmbitionNY
https://twitter.com/libertygaels?lang=en
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In this episode, we speak with Justina Victoria, founder of Sexual Mastery NYC, on how to build your business from the ground up, run multiple businesses, how to avoid debt when beginning and building your business, as well as how to use a business you built as a means of passive income once you've built up. We also discuss the importance of just going for it when you are thinking about building a business. Don't hesitate just because you fear it will be something hard to do. Take it one step at a time, and use this podcast and its guests as a guide for each of you in your journey. We are with you, and rooting for you
A little more about Justina: Justina is a certified Sex, Love & Relationship coach through The Tantric Institute of Integrated Sexuality, trained by Layla Martin, world renown sex coach. She also studied under Marisa Peer, who was voted Britain's best therapist.Justina’s expertise include:
Sexual confidencePleasuring your partner with easePerformance anxiety & penis size insecurityDependence on pornHealthy relationshipsFinding purposeHealing after heartbreak or divorceDeepening love & intimacyEnjoy the show!
References
Done For You Consulting firm
Website:
https://www.justinavictoria.comSocial Media
IG: @the.justina.victoria
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In today's episode, we get to speak with child Advocate, Attorney, and Entrepreneur, Annabel Murray Esq. here in Hawai'i! Annabel founded Big Decisions HI LLLC, to provide legal advice, consulting and coaching to people who are making big decisions about marriage, having children (whether married or unmarried), partnership, child custody, parenting plans, separation and divorce and other major life transitions.
We discuss Annabel's goals with the business, how well it's progressing thus far in its early inception, where she and her business are currently in it's growth period, and how her many years of experience in the business, both working for others, creating and growing her own businesses, have helped her along the way. We also go into detail of how "burn out" and emotional wear and tear of constantly having to prepare and battle in the courtroom, led to Annabel's own Big Decision, to found and operate Big Decisions HI.
Enjoy the show!Website:
https://www.bigdecisionshi.com/Social Media
IG: @bigdecisionshi
Facebook: Big Decisions HI LLLC
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First episode to be released on March 6th, 2023. Stay tuned and stay ready!
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In today's episode, we get to speak with 3rd Degree JKD Black Belt, Entrepreneur, Stunt Performer, Stunt Choreographer, Actor, Instructor, Personal Trainer, and a good friend, Jénel Stevens-Thompson! Jénel is most globally known for her role in movies such as Black Panther, Avengers: Infinity War, Woman King, and several other movies and television series that you can find on her IMDb. Jénel is also the founder of Prowess Private training!
In this episode we discuss:
Understanding that entrepreneurship and success is a “numbers game.” You have to follow up and try as many time and ways as you can with a specific focus and aim. “You can’t hit a target you can’t see [or that you don’t try to hit]”Continuity is important even if you have ups and downs with consistency. Returning to your goals and focus is what counts. Try to limit the inconsistency with time and practiceResearching what type of business you should have, and how to determine that (LLC, Corporation, Incorporation, S-CORP, etc.)Understanding the importance of saving for taxes and having someone who can help you if you don’t fully understand them (DON’T WAIT)!Knowing that in business and in life, you will get knocked down figuratively (and sometimes physically- especially if you are in martial arts), the important part to make sure you always get back up and keep pushing, and keep tryingYour timeline of profit v. loss might not be what you hoped and plan for, but be sure to adjust, adapt, and reevaluate along the way as well as just KEEP ON GOING!Websites:
http://www.prowesspt.com/
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3565493/Social Media
IG: @jenel_stunts
Facebook: Jénel Stevens (Jénel Thompson)
Resources:
Ring CentralColo’s Links
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Task O’Fit Martial Arts & FitnessSocial Media:
IG:
@taskofit
@colotaskmusic
@hawaiihurlingTikTok:
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In today's episode, we get to sit down IN PERSON with Emily Kwok! Emily Kwok, is a multiple time IBJJF World Champion, MMA Veteran, co-owner and co-head instructor of Princeton Braziiian Jiu Jitsu, co-founder of Groundswell Grappling Concepts, featured instructor on the classic, “How to Defeat the Bigger, Stronger Opponent” series with Stephan Kesting, peak performance consultant and freelance writer working closely with business owner, Josh Waitzkin, and a mother of three. She is widely regarded as an early pioneer of the BJJ scene in North America, being one of the first females to rise to prominence as the sport expanded around the world.
Business outlines What is acceptable and not acceptable behavior in the work placeHow we act and react in situations both work and personalHow martial arts has helped us be able to navigate this world of small and large business, and running our ownWhat it takes to be successfulTo not focus on what we are, but rather WHO we are. Who we are is what truly shows what we are, no matter our race, gender, ethnicity or history. How we can honor each others differences and be in the same arena fighting towards the same common goals, not necessarily against each other (unless we are on the mats or in the ring- then it's go time!)Time management and commitment between personal and professional responsibilities. The importance of setting professional and personal boundaries The importance in understanding how we can function better as athletes, business owners, and the roles we play within our family and friend dynamics as well
In this episode, we discuss how Emily came to find the love, passion and skill for Brazilian JiuJitsu that led her to become a world champion and martial arts school founder in New Jersey.
We discuss:We thoroughly enjoyed this episode with Emily and are so incredibly honored to have met her and been able to share this space with her. Enjoy the show!
Websites:
Princeton Braziiian Jiu Jitsu
Emily Kwok
Social MediaIG: @emilykwokbjj
@princetonbjjFacebook: Emily Kwok
@princetonbrazilianjiujitsuColo’s Links
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Task O’Fit Martial Arts & Fitness
Social Media:
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@colotaskmusic
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@hawaiihurling
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In today's episode, we get to sit down with Founders of Sláinte Retreats and NYC's/ NJ
How long it took to cultivate and act on the idea of Sláinte RetreatsWhat make them take the final step to making the dream and idea a realityHow incredibly important a positive support system is (especially from your partner in business)How a good partnership with a good balance of skills and specific tasks to each, can create a healthy lasting business, with great potential to growHow growing a community that gives back to the people is more important than the earnings from it (though eventually that would be a huge added plus)How one day they hope to make this their full time and be able to have it as both active and passive income Long term and short term goes (trajectory of the business)The great importance of understanding and making time for active rest and reset. Get out of your constant environment and get perspective and peace.
s class Hurler and Gaelic Football players, Michelle (Shelly) Hackett and Amy Brett! They go into detail about what prompted their idea to begin Sláinte Retreats through the idea of community based health and wellness. What better way to do that than by creating a community that specifies in that?
They go into detail here about:Website:
Sláinte Retreats
Social MediaIG: @slainte_retreats
Facebook: Sláinte Retreats
Colo’s LinksWebsite:
Task O’Fit Martial Arts & Fitness
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In today's episode, we have a special edition episode speaking with Kumu Michelle Manu, the only woman accepted as a disciple and earn the title of teacher (Kumu) in the Ancient Hawaiian Fighting Art of Lua, under Grand Master (‘Olohe) Solomon Kaihewalu in over 40 years! She currently runs her own business teaching others the art of Lua, virtually and in person, as well as maintains a full-time job practicing law. She travels between the Islands of Hawaii and around the mainland of the United States frequently to accomplish all of this, and is also a badass mother and grandmother! Michelle was kind enough to join us for a longer episode to help us understand the martial art of Lua, how she is able to share and practice the art while maintaining a full-time legal profession, being a mom and grandma, and how she is able to successfully run her online business, stunt coordination, and most importantly of all, how she is able to keep sane and a genuine smile on her face during it all!
Understanding and coming into your powerUnderstanding boundaries, toxicity, acceptability and accountability in relationships both personal and professionalRe-contextualizing what money means to usEnergy release and replenish, as well as when it is being drained (positively and negatively)Journaling daily to help organize thoughts, feelings, events, signs and symbols PrioritizationFitness within business and personal practice Kuliana (duty)Representing and respecting the woman warrior, that has been underrepresented for far too long
We go into depth here about:We hope that you all enjoy this special edition of the Warrior Woman in the World of Entrepreneurship podcast!
Website:
https://michellemanu.com/
nakoawahine.org
Social MediaIG: @michelle_manu
Facebook: @michellemanu
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frlE9ZHFRFg
Colo’s LinksWebsite:
Task O’Fit Martial Arts & Fitness
Social Media:
IG:
@taskofit
@colotaskmusic
@hawaiihurlingTikTok:
@taskofithawaii
@hawaiihurling
@colotaskmusicFacebook:
https://www.facebook.com/taskofit/
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In this episode, we had the honor of being able to speak with Olympic weightlifter, gymnast, personal trainer, and Founder of Semper Stronger, Rebecca Rouse! She shares her history in growing up doing gymnastics and how that helped her develop the discipline, strength and power within fitness and within her life and business to be better and every single day. She takes us through her life of moving from coast to coast and then finally to Texas and how that affected her business for the better or worse. We further discuss how although the pandemic was tragic for many and a terrible experience, we were able to grow and self-actualize from it in regards to trusting ourselves to create and build our own businesses. Sometimes it takes something big for us to be able to believe in ourselves wholly and understand that we should enjoy life each and every day while building, still preparing, and working towards the future of our dreams. Most importantly we realized how possible it all is.
“Don’t let fear guide your decisions… Growth doesn’t happen in the comfort zone.” -Rebecca Rouse
We hope this episode and all the others within this podcast will inspire you and let you know that we are in this together Warriors!
Website:https://semperstronger.com/thefounder/
Social Media
IG:
@semperstronger
@rebecca.rouse
Facebook: @semperstronger
Youtube: Semper Stronger
Resources shared:
DJI camera (A good for camera person movement and stabilizes the shot)
Rode (mic)
Samson (lapel mic)
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Task O’Fit Martial Arts & Fitness
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In this episode, we get to speak with Taekwondo Black Belt, Owner of Iron Dragon Martial Arts in Marietta, Georgia, Jalyn Croft Rangel. Jalyn and her husband took over the reigns of the school and made it there own in early 2019, their officially date of acquiring and switching the business over was in March, 2019, right when the pandemic hit. Find out how they were able to not only sustain their newly acquired business, but also build during the lockdown! If that isn't impressive enough, they also were able to maintain fulltime jobs then and still now while they run their school. Jalyn has also created a youtube channel (link below) on all the specific details and backend paperwork they had to do and go through in order to legalize everything within their business. In this episode we did not break down too much of that because she has a whole other channel just for that, so we go more into her experience in doing it all, how she was able to stay sane, and continue to build the kids and adult classes separately.
She was able to certainly help give us idea with how to improve with kids class ideas and business practices, and we hope this helps you with yours as well!
Website:https://www.irondragonmartialarts.com/
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@irondragonma
@Jalyn_kicksFacebook: @irondragonmartialarts
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JalynCroft
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In today’s episode, we get to chat with, former Director of wine special projects at the renowned Momofuku and Eleven Madison Park restaurants, Founder of Bellus Wines and RAMONA, Jordan Salcito! Jordan delves into her journey in creating her now very successful business RAMONA and what it took to get there. She sheds light on the many changes and challenges she and her team faced along the way, to better help us navigate this world of entrepreneurship and give us perspective and understanding of how we too can make it happen for ourselves. But note, entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart, but it certainly helps to build a strong and resilient one!
We further discuss:
Understanding the “why” in every business and personal decisionImportance of having problems to solve (not to necessarily create them, plenty make their appearance on their own)Rebranding in the course of your business buildingThe importance of holding your ground on your company’s values and morals. Knowing what you are putting in your body (that includes what it’s packaged in). Winning strategies in businessHow motherhood may not always be planned, but can certainly be a motivatorThat what you set out to do might not always be what you end up doing, or rather in the way you initially envisionThat growth is all about progress, process, re-evaluation, learning, understanding, and changing the way we see the world and thinkThat we have to do better with understanding our health and what we put in our bodies especially concerning products we consume and ingestThat not only ingredients of products themselves that we are consuming can contain dangerous carcinogens among other hazardous waste, but also the containers they are stored inThat companies don’t have to legally let you know that they used a small form of what would be poison when creating their productsDo what you love because YOU love it. The product, service, or goods you offer will be better for it as will the demand thereafterBe clear on the “problems” you are solving and WHY you are doing what you are doingDo what you are doing in service to something bigger and that is the winning strategyEnjoy the show, and remember Warriors, we are in this together!
Website:https://www.drinkramona.com/
Social Media
IG:
@drinkramona
@jordansalcitoFacebook: @drinkramona
Spotify: Opening Up with Jordan Salcito podcast
References:
Book: Anna Karenina By: Leo Tolstoy
Podcast/ Motivational Entrepreneur Speaker: Gary Vee
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In today’s episode, we get to chat with American Author, Kristen Britain, about what it takes to become a full-time author in an industry primarily dominated by men. Kristen is the Author of the epic fantasy novel series, the Green Rider, and today we discuss the realities of transitioning your passion as your part time job, to your full-time career. This takes planning, understanding, sacrifice, and learning to budgeting accordingly, especially once you begin making money from your craft/ business.
Entrepreneurship is ever present in the Green Rider series, if you know how to look. Kristen has captured the heart of an entrepreneur and independent woman through the story telling of her characters and the resilience they demonstrate through times of unknown; through the feelings of frustration and loneliness when they commit to a journey alone that they have no idea how the outcome will play out; through the feelings of honor and pride from being independent but understanding you are part of a team that will have your back if you surround yourself with a good support system and learn to empathize with one another; and finally, through the development of who the characters once were and how they actively grow as a result of all they have been through (good, bad, and unexpected). As Warrior Women in the World of Entrepreneurship, we can all relate to these feelings and realities though they may look different to each of us.Important aspects that helped shaped Kristen’s journey to becoming a full-time author include:
Being one of the few women that studied film production at Ithaca college during her time thereFeeling lost after college not knowing exactly which direction in life to takeLearning about women’s rights history pointed her to becoming a park ranger Understanding that writing has always been part of her life and creative processHow practice within your craft/ business is essential to the growth and development of your business. That we are never too big or too experienced to improve in what we doUnderstanding that perseverance and practice will pay off if you have patience, persistence, and a planLearning to not give up in the face of rejection, or sometimes in repeated rejectionKnowing your brand and to not sell out to a company that won’t represent you or the integrity of your work. *Choose the one that will value and honor your work and still pay you your worth*How messages and lessons are better received sometimes with subtlety and intelligence rather than forcefully. How to budget the advance you receive after you receive a book deal.Website:
https://kristenbritain.com/
Social Media
IG: @kristen_britainTikTok: @kristen_britain
Facebook: @kristenbritainofficialfanpage
Resources:Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of Association
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