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Our mission is simple: to help entrepreneurs skyrocket their business success by leveraging the power of processes, policies, and people. Leading Behind The Scene is your weekly dose of inspiration to equip you to excel in business and life.
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Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Are you in love with the business you have created? Maybe you want to start a business, but you are nervous your burnout from previous roles will prevent you from enjoying any business you create. In this episode, I am chatting with Farita Toney about her experience as the CEO of Type My Docs and how she truly fell in love with being an Executive Virtual Assistant.
Farita Toney is the CEO of Type My Docs. She built her business because she takes pride in making things easier for people and loves working with Power House individuals. Farita is inspired to watch her clients fulfill their desires. She provides Executive Virtual Assistant Support and Online Business Management to successful Minority Entrepreneurs, Mission Based Organizations, and Real Estate and Business Coaching professionals.
Highlights from my conversation with Farita include:
- Introducing Farita Toney (1:20)
- Connecting with Farita Toney (2:49)
- Being a CEO of executive support and online business management company (4:22)
- Understanding your impact (6:29)
- The crucial factor in building a business you love (8:49)
- The true power in working with a coach (13:38)
- Changing your mindset to get what you want (16:48)
- Farita's advice to an aspiring business owner (22:12)
So, all my budding entrepreneurs, you can build a business you love. Just keep going, stay the course and do the work. As always, I would love to hear your key takeaway from this episode, where you are in your business, and how the show is helping you lead behind the scenes!
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Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Have you had a servant's heart since a young age? Maybe your passion is serving others, but are you setting boundaries to protect your wellness? In this episode, I am chatting with my executive assistant, India Fordham, about her role as a phenomenal executive assistant and how she takes on her role each day while still protecting herself.
India Fordham is a virtual executive assistant who is dedicated, passionate, and determined in the work of her business. She seeks understanding in all aspects, is resourceful when faced with adversity, and desires to be an asset to others. She finds joy in the smallest things in life and is grateful for each day she has to fulfill her purpose.
Throughout her collegiate years and beyond, she led multiple projects in media, editing, publications, and development for organizations, internships, and programs. In addition to leading various projects, she has assisted individuals and teams in cultivating their business, coordinating schedules, and planning events in the entertainment, music, non-profit, and education industries.
When she is not assisting her clientele, India enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and trying new restaurants. She believes in being a student of knowledge, so you can find her reading a new book, listening to a podcast, or researching a new topic of interest.
"Assess what's important and who's important to you, and compare and contrast that with what you're doing now and where you want your life to be in the future." - India Fordham
Highlights from my conversation with India include:
- Introducing my assistant, India (1:59)
- Recognizing her talents and skills at a young age (4:07)
- How India's support connects to her clients' wellness (7:10)
- Ways India helps support her clients (11:40)
- Setting boundaries for your wellness as an assistant (13:38)
- Assessing where you are now for your overall health (15:40)
Do you maintain your wellness in your business to help your clients with their wellness? Is there anything you do that you swear by to set and stick to your boundaries? As always, I would love to hear where you are in your business and how the show is helping you lead behind the scenes!
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Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Do you feel like your chronic illness is holding you back? Maybe you started your business because you couldn't keep up with a demanding 9-5, but you haven't entirely built your business to meet your physical demands. In this episode, I am chatting with Melanie Hall, and she drops all the gems on how to have a thriving business built around your chronic illness.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Melanie helps her clients work through challenges in a safe environment so they can thrive organically.
Since being certified as an Anger Management Specialist II, completing training for Domestic Violence Abusers and Victims, and earning a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health
Counseling, Melanie has helped her clients identify poor coping skills, counterproductive behaviors, and unchallenged perspectives. She has combined research, training, certifications, and the best practices to work with clients holistically from a bio-psycho-social approach. She uses evidence-based training and theories such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Brief Therapy to assist clients in changing the course of their lives.
"I would encourage anyone with an autoimmune disease to look into entrepreneurship because it helps you create self-care around your employment." - Melanie Hall
Highlights from my conversation with Melanie Hall include:
- Introducing Melanie Hall (1:47)
- Having a chronic illness and being an entrepreneur (3:13)
- Doing a daily body assessment before starting the day (6:27)
- Building a business that sets you up for physical success (10:24)
- Having a thriving business even when you feel like it isn't possible (16:25)
- Being mindful and outsourcing (21:07)
- What the entrepreneur with a chronic illness needs to know (24:10)
What does your daily routine look like as an entrepreneur with a chronic illness? Is there anything you do or have implemented that helps you run a business you love? As always, I would love to hear where you are in your business and how the show is helping you lead behind the scenes!
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Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Are your life goals aligning with your passion? Maybe you thought you were doing what you needed according to the deadlines you gave yourself, but in reality, you had to do more. In this episode, I am chatting with Iris T. London about her journey in circling back to her passion despite her insecurities and the goals she set for herself to meet by age 25.
Iris T. London is the founder and owner of ITL Fitness, where Fun & Fitness meets!
As a certified ITL Fit™ Coach, Spin, and Kickboxing instructor Iris T. London has developed an energetic style like no other. Her high-energy workout style blends dance (cardio) and strength training to enable clients to get the most out of every session. This unique style has made Iris T. London the most favored of Millennium Park Summer Workouts.
When not training her clients, Iris T. London is also an entertainer. As a triple threat in the entertainment industry, she has entertained audiences for over two decades with her singing, acting, and dancing. Iris T. London's credits include the hit stage play Bronzeville – The Musical, Goin' Home Wit Duke, and a tribute to Nat King Cole. In addition, Iris has worked with creative geniuses and artists such as David E. Talbert and BeBe Winans. As a choreographer, Iris has worked with many great organizations, including Life Changers International Church and Life Line Church, where she was the choreographer for their Girls Night Out events and a fitness coach for Life Changers International Church Summer Kids Camp. Iris T. London created and choreographed The Sister Accord® Slide. She now has the pleasure of traveling with The Sister Accord® Foundation and teaching The Sister Accord Slide® at events.
Iris T. London is the embodiment of spiritual, emotional, and physical health, which has given her the privilege to serve as a health ambassador for corporations and medical centers.
"If you are not taking the mental, the spiritual and physical time you need to pour back into yourself, at some point, you're going to be on fumes, and you are going to burn out - you will not be good for anybody." - Iris London
Highlights from my conversation with Iris London include:
- Introducing Iris London (1:45)
- The experience Iris creates (4:05)
- Turning a passion into an inspiration (8:12)
- The truth behind planning your "by the time I'm 25" goals (9:49)
- Iris' daily routine (12:34)
- The crucial component of health in Iris' entrepreneurial journey (13:22)
- Reaching your goals with your why, what, and who (16:32)
What would you be doing if you weren't being held back by insecurities or fear of missing out on life? I hope you can take Iris's advice in this episode to live out the passion that lines up with your what, why, and who. As always, I would love to hear where you are in your business and how the show is helping you lead behind the scenes!
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Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Do you struggle to focus on your health and wellness? Maybe you thought you would prioritize it as an entrepreneur, but you can't fit it into your schedule. In this episode, I am chatting with Fannie Dillingham to discuss the importance of prioritizing your health. She will also be sharing actionable steps for you to start taking now!
Proud mom of three sons, Fannie Dillingham, is the founder of Create Your World, LLC, a health and wellness organization that promotes physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Fannie is living her life-long dream of giving back to the youth as a high school physical education and nutrition teacher. Once living a very unhealthy lifestyle, Fannie's health journey inspired her to help others take better care of their health regarding proper nutrition and exercise.
Fannie is a personal trainer, group fitness instructor, online fitness trainer for the CYW 30 Day Shred, and creator of the popular health drink, CYW Infused Detox Water and CYW To-Go Powders.
"You have to learn how to put yourself first. That's the only way to do it." - Fannie Dillingham.
Highlights from my conversation with Fannie Dillingham include:
- Introducing Fannie Dillingham (1:29)
- Creating Create Your World, LLC (2:33)
- Shifting and setting up for success (8:13)
- Fannie's new daily routine (11:11)
- Why entrepreneurs need to prioritize health and wellness (12:30)
- Eating for benefits, not for flavor (16:46)
- Steps you can take now to get healthier (21:34)
Are you ready to apply this episode to move forward with your mid-year goals? I trust that Fannie's journey has inspired you and helped you consider incorporating health and wellness into your daily routine so you can continue to accomplish your goals and thrive in your business and life. As always, I would love to hear where you are in your business and how the show is helping you lead behind the scenes!
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Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Are you resisting obedience? Maybe you know what you need to do, but you keep trying to head in a different direction, just to be pushed back. In this episode, I am chatting with Tanya Baylor to discuss saying "yes" to yourself and understanding the true significance of that "yes."
She is a God-fearing woman who serves as a minister, motivational speaker, best-selling author, domestic violence advocate, mentor, and devoted mother. With excellence, she strives to live a life of a servant leader. She is active within her community and is often called upon to serve at various venues such as churches, youth events, domestic violence, and community outreach programs. She is also an active member of the National Association of Mothers and Daughters United Worldwide, where she has assisted with great passion with planning and developing programs and events for women and girls who have suffered traumatic experiences. In addition, she has served as lead editor and author for the I Am Her Story Project with over 70 authors who share their stories of tragedy to triumph, which reached national and international territories and made Amazon bestseller lists two years in a row. She is the eldest of six kids and has been a significant influence in the lives of her siblings and mother, and her greatest gift and ministry is her daughter. Along with all this, Tanya is a paralegal specialist for the United States federal government, where she has served for over 27 years. She graduated from Northern Virginia Community College with an associate degree and legal assisting.
"As an entrepreneur, you must remain persistent and remember why you started entrepreneurship. That was for you, and nobody else can get it for you, but you." - Tanya Baylor
Highlights from my conversation with Tanya Baylor include:
- Introducing Tanya Baylor (1:17)
- Connecting with Tanya (3:18)
- Creating change as a social entrepreneur (4:41)
- Tanya's take on persistence (6:28)
- From domestic abuse to ministry (7:50)
- Forgiving and forgetting (19:22)
- Resistance against obedience (21:25)
- The impact of "yes" (23:40)
- Knowing who is affected by our influence and our "yes" (26:29)
- Tanya's number one tip to someone who needs to keep pushing (28:43)
Is there something you feel called to do but can't seem to bring yourself to it? I hope this episode has brought clarity to any conflict you are facing when it comes to making decisions for your future. As always, I would love to hear where you are in your business and how the show is helping you lead behind the scenes!
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Thursday Jun 30, 2022
Thursday Jun 30, 2022
Are you committed to yourself? Maybe you have spent years helping others grow their dreams and are ready to commit to your own goals and future. In this episode, I am chatting with Otescia Johnson to discuss betting and staying as committed to yourself as you are to others.
Otescia is a published author, screenwriter, success coach, publisher, and international keynote speaker. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and uses her education and background in business to manage her companies, BOY Publications, BOY Enterprise and Old Johnson Ministry. She is the best-selling author of twelve books and screenplays. She is also the creator of the magazine, Your Life Systems, the Kingdom Scribes Academy, and the Three Ply Method, a proven system to recession-proof your life and business. Her work has been acknowledged on multiple media platforms, including UVAWA Magazine and Fox 46 Charlotte. When she isn't inspiring others and doing this fantastic work, she can be found enjoying life with her husband, children, and grandson.
"As long as your mindset is comfortable with settling, you're never going to go after the thing that really sets your soul on fire." - Otescia Johnson.
Highlights from my conversation with Otescia Johnson include:
- Introducing Otescia (1:15)
- Connecting with Otescia (2:31)
- Every journey begins with a challenge (4:10)
- The origin of BOY Enterprises (5:18)
- Avoiding hunger and homelessness (8:13)
- Otescia's take on persistence (10:01)
- What you can do to be more persistent (13:50)
- Get out of your current location (16:58)
- Being committed to your worth (20:06)
- Otescia's number one tip (21:53)
Otescia dropped all the gems in this episode! Regardless of where you are, you can apply these tips to your life and business. As always, I would love to hear where you are in your business and how the show is helping you lead behind the scenes!
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Thursday Jun 23, 2022
Thursday Jun 23, 2022
Would you consider yourself a competitive person? Maybe you have witnessed someone so persistent in showing up in their business that there was no other outcome than success? In this episode, I am chatting with Michael Romain to discuss the importance of showing up, being persistent, and not giving in to the temptations of a more simple life.
Mike is the editor and staff reporter at Wednesday journal. He's also the founder, editor-in-chief, and publisher of Village Free Press, a local independent portal of information, news reporting, analysis, and story gathering for Proviso Township. Mike has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and creative writing from the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign. He is also a Maywood native. A special episode because Mike is the first guest invited to the show.
"I would not take on a PR or communications job, especially if I had to give up what I'm doing now, for any amount of money, because it's not enough. I value my freedom more than $100,000." - Michael Romain.
Highlights from my conversation with Michael include:
- Introducing Michael (1:09)
- Connecting with Michael Romain (2:21)
- From running a family newsletter to starting a news outlet (5:35)
- Staying persistent against resistance (10:13)
- Mike's reason to keep going (11:38)
- Why persistence is important (13:11)
- Mike's number one tip for someone who is struggling to keep pushing (15:20)
Mike has such a great story and testimony on how the Village Free Press came to fruition, and I know he will inspire you after hearing it. As always, I would love to hear where you are in your business and how the show is helping you lead behind the scenes!
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Thursday Jun 16, 2022
Thursday Jun 16, 2022
Do you tend to give up when faced with challenges? Or maybe you retreat when things don't go as planned. In this episode, I am chatting with Yasmine Brown to discuss the importance of being persistent in achieving your goals and missions.
Yasmine is a graduate of Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor's Degree in business administration. She is also the founder of BOSS, which is short for Beauties on Successful Strives, a women's empowerment organization that creates an environment for women to learn, grow, have fun and get support by coming together at upscale events and workshops. She also does inspirational calls and has an online community. Through BOSS, Yasmine desires to help women of all ages, races, religions, and backgrounds to unwrap the truth between the unrealistic doubts and fears that have prevented women from striving toward happiness, success, and fulfillment. To top it all off, she is the author of Love: Answers to a New Beginning, a women's empowerment guide to a better you.
Highlights from my conversation with Yasmine Brown include:
- Introducing Yasmine(1:02)
- Connecting with Yasmine Brown (2:49)
- Yasmine's journey to starting BOSS (7:50)
- With growth comes fear (11:56)
- Breaking down persistence (14:41)
- Yasmine's tips for someone who is having a difficult time (20:16)
Are you ready to push through and set forth on your mission? If you couldn't take notes while listening to this gem-packed episode, grab your notebook and listen again! Feel free to DM me on Instagram to share with me how you have been persistent and persevered during a time it would have been easier to give up. As always, I would love to hear where you are in your business and how the show is helping you lead behind the scenes!
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Thursday Jun 09, 2022
Thursday Jun 09, 2022
Do you currently use tools to make your life and business more efficient? I am a lover of all things systems, efficiency, and organization. In this episode, I am sharing the eight tools to help organize your life and help you excel at the highest level possible with the least amount of labor involved.
"You need to utilize processes that can maximize your time and your resources more effectively and efficiently. I promise you; it will take your life to the next level." - Gwendolyn L Young
Highlights from this episode include:
- The three segments to getting organized (2:51)
- Tracking how you spend your time (3:57)
- Offline storage tools (4:43)
- Knowing where your money is going with online bill pay and accounting system (5:17)
- Having a physical filing system (7:06)
- Staying sane with a password manager (7:47)
- Having a note-taking system (8:52)
- Delegation is a tool (9:35)
- Maximizing time with automation (10:21)
I hope this episode has helped you identify the areas of your life where you could be using more tools to be more efficient. Remember, when selecting tools to work with, they should work with your natural learning and working style. They should enhance your ability to be more effective, and they should not be disruptive to the process or habit you are trying to create. I hope these suggestions were helpful and that you enjoyed them. As always, I would love to hear where you are in your business and how the show is helping you lead behind the scenes!
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