 “Do a good job every time, and people will gain that trust. People will share your name around, and [you will] get more leads. That’s how the business can grow.” – Nasutsa Mabwa During Season 8 Episode 8 of WinHers United the podcast Nasutsa Mabwa, President of ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons, talks to us about the difference between franchise ownership and running an independent business, pivoting business services when needed, and having a business exit strategy. She also shares insight on the importance of being an emotionally sound business owner, taking breaks as needed, and making decisions based on your values. Episode Highlights (3:12) Nasutsa tells us about franchise ownership and why she decided to start one (4:23) Nasutsa talks to us about the services offered at her company (7:16) Nasutsa shares how she had to get innovative to remain relevant during the pandemic (9:10) Nasutsa discusses the marketing strategy she uses to grow her business (13:45) Nasutsa explains why she prefers to run a smaller company that is lean and agile (18:30) Nasutsa gives us insight into having a business exit strategy (20:41) Nasutsa tells us why she chooses to operate her business with a selective mindset (24:27) Nasutsa talks about the personal practices she uses to stay grounded (29:07) Nasutsa shares what she has done lately to develop herself (30:34) Nasutsa discusses a resource she uses to decrease stress (32:18) Nasutsa talks about what self-care means to her (34:16) Nasutsa provides a tip for business strength and health (40:32) Nasutsa shares her latest win and why it’s important to her (42:42) Nasutsa gives us her definition of a WinHer (43:51) Nasutsa offers her parting words of wisdom Nasutsa’s Bio Nasutsa Mabwa is President of ServiceMaster By Simons, managing the strategic direction and operations of ServiceMaster Restoration by Simons, a MBE/WBE certified firm, City of Chicago and the State of Illinois. Nasutsa brings an extensive background in real estate development and urban planning to ServiceMaster By Simons. She is focused upon building the commercial and residential side of property restoration and construction business by nurturing and developing key real estate industry relationships. Mabwa previously served as a Senior Project Manager for McCaffery Interests, a real estate development firm. At McCaffery, she managed the Lakeside Development, a 600-acre mixed-use community on Chicago's southeast side. Before joining McCaffery, Mabwa worked for the City of Chicago as an Urban Planner and Director. For all her achievements and involvement, Nasutsa was awarded the Women in Real Estate Bright Horizon Award in 2008, named one of Crain's Chicago Business's "40 Under 40 Class" of 2010. She is a 2015 Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Graduate, and a 2015 Chicago Anchors For a Strong Economy/World Business Chicago Program Graduate. ServiceMaster By Simons was awarded “Rookie of the Year” in 2015 for achieving the highest revenue in the company’s first year of business out of all ServiceMaster franchises in the US. Currently, Nasutsa is Vice President Elect, serving on the Board of Directors, for The Evanston Chamber of Commerce. Her company was honored with the Better Business Bureau’s Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics in 2020. In 2020, Mabwa was awarded the C-Suite Award by the Daily Herald Business Ledger for Chicago suburban Executives. ServiceMaster By Simons was awarded the 2018 ServiceMaster© Achiever Award at the annual national ServiceMaster conference. Mabwa also was honored as an Influential Women in Business 2017 by the Daily Herald Business Ledger and an Influential Woman in Business in 2018 by the Chicago Business Journal. Nasutsa holds two advanced degrees: a master's degree in Urban Planning and Policy from the University of Illinois-Chicago and an MBA with a real estate development concentration from Roosevelt University. Nasutsa resides in Evanston with her husband, their two children and spends much of her free time gardening or biking. Check out Nasutsa’s website at: https://servicemaster-restorationbysimons.com/ Send Nasutsa an email at: servicemasternasutsa@gmail.com How to stay engaged with and support Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you have any suggested questions or topics for WinHers United the podcast send an email to: winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. If you want to support to show send your donation to: CashApp: $winhersunited http://buymeacoffee.com/winhersunited Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

She Leads Podcast: Leadership Empowerment for Women of Color

S8 E8: Franchise Ownership with Nasutsa Mabwa

“The difference between a poor launch and a successful launch is promotion. You have to properly promote yourself!” – Nikki Coner During Season 8 Episode 7 of WinHers United the podcast Nikki Coner, CEO of Packaged To Profit, talks to us about being in alignment with our assignment, creating our customer avatars, and finding out where our customers hang out so we can launch our products and services successfully. She also shares insight on the importance of having a CEO mindset, creating boundaries with ourselves and others, and having patience during our journey. Episode Highlights (3:08) Nikki tells us about how and why she started her company (6:05) Nikki talks to us about what caused her to pivot in her career path (7:58) Nikki shares advice for anyone considering a pivot (8:35) Nikki discusses the benefits of a launch, what it takes to make a 6 figure launch, and how she helps her clients achieve this (14:33) Nikki explains why a launch strategy is important (16:03) Nikki gives us insight into the time it takes to develop a launch strategy and the risks involved with not having one (18:13) Nikki tells us the difference between a poor launch and a successful launch (19:10) Nikki talks about having a CEO Mindset (22:38) Nikki shares her advice on not letting fear hinder forward progress (24:21) Nikki discusses the mindset practices she uses to show up as her best self (27:41) Nikki explains how income and personal development go hand and hand (30:18) Nikki provides a few resources for personal development (31:11) Nikki shares her latest personal development achievement and next personal development goal (33:43) Nikki talks to us about the boundaries she has with herself and others (36:01) Nikki tells us how she has been able to create an 8-20 hour work week (38:26) Nikki tells us about her latest win and why it’s important to her (35:58) Nikki gives us her definition of a WinHer (39:46) Nikki offers her parting words of wisdom (42:33) Nikki mentions a free gift for the listeners Nikki’s Bio When women are ready to take the leap from corporate cubicle to CEO, there is only one woman they call—Nikki Coner. A certified business and life coach, Nikki eases both the business and emotional overwhelm that comes from launching any new company. As the head of her full-service business strategy and automation agency, Packaged To Profit, she and her superstar team take entrepreneurs from struggle into seamless strategy so they can deliver premium services at premium price points. From funnels to building the right team, her clients leave her Packaged to Profit™ and fully prepared to take the market by storm. A natural strategist, Nikki sees systems in her sleep. In every room, she is sought out for her game-changing genius in business, operations and marketing. A skillset that she has honed for more than ten years and with hundreds of clients, she deeply understands the intricacies of a first-class customer experience. As the expert she is, Nikki aligns that experience with the perfect technology solutions to automate every touchpoint from sales to fulfillment. It only takes one consultation with her to realize that she has the head and heart for what she does. And speaking of heart, Nikki is devoted to helping women of color to win in business. Knowing that even the most accomplished career woman finds herself in uncharted waters when it comes to building a profitable business, she is their go-to success guide. Nikki gets that busy businesswomen don’t need to be told what to do—they need a pro to execute for them. So she expertly steps into that role, handling the heavy lifting and empowering women to become the bosses they were born to be. Check out Packaged To Profit at: http://packagedtoprofit.com To take advantage of the free gift Nikki offered go to: http://automateyourpayday.com How to stay engaged with and support Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you have any suggested questions or topics for WinHers United the podcast send an email to: winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. If you want to support to show send your donation to: CashApp: $winhersunited http://buymeacoffee.com/winhersunited Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

S8 E7: Plan a Successful Launch with Nikki Coner

“I love myself more than any other thing, I keep myself as a priority for me, I choose to honor myself first!” – Falak Shaiikh During Season 8 Episode 6 of WinHers United the podcast Falak Shaiikh, CEO of Falak Shaiikh, talks to us about unblocking subconscious beliefs, love addiction, co-dependency, and how perception shapes our views. She also shares insight on vibrational frequencies, learning to let go so we can make room for more, and the importance of being true to ourselves. Episode Highlights (3:05) Falak tells us more about her company’s mission statement and how she helps her clients (5:34) Falak talks about subconscious beliefs, and how they can block success (9:23) Falak shares her insight on the origins and patterns of love addiction (12:26) Falak discusses having a fear of intimacy (15:48) Falak explains light language and energetic vibration (19:15) Falak gives us insight into healing from a scientific perspective (22:15) Falak tells us how to raise our vibrations (24:27) Falak talks about the mindset shifts she experienced when she relocated from India to Canada, and from transitioned from being a doctor to a healer (27:23) Falak shares her insight on ego satisfaction vs. soul’s calling (33:50) Falak discusses the mindset practices she uses to show up as her best self (35:24) Falak explains Dow Hands Healing (36:59) Falak offers us advice on personal development (40:00) Falak gives us her definition of self-love and tells us how she practices it (43:08) Falak’s favorite quote is “Nobody can take care of you, as you can take care of yourself”, listen to learn why she loves this quotes and feels we should embrace it also (49:31) Falak tells us about her latest win and why it is important to her (51:08) Falak gives us her definition of a WinHer (53:52) Falak offers her parting words of wisdom Falak’s Bio Falak Shaaikh is a healer, a homoeopath, an author, a wife and a mother of two beautiful kids. As a doctor of homoeopathy and an Energy Healer she has been engaging in the healing and personal transformation industry for more than 15 years. Falak helps men and women heal, grow and transform into best versions of their self, and live life in abundance with soulful loving relationships. Falak qualified as an MD in homoeopathy, and started her career as a doctor of Homoeopathy in India, where she was born and raised. Later in her practice she received certifications in various healing modalities such as Theta Healing, Reiki, EFT, Access Bars, Angel Therapy, Prana Violet Healing, Crystal Healing, Sixth Sense Healing, Ancestral Healing, Transgenerational Healing and Family Constellations. Falak is also an internationally certified Yoga Instructor, and a channel of Light Language and light codes. She brings Science and Intuitive Energy healing together to help her clients heal and transform. Falak’s book "The Soulmate Mantra" is a woman's guide to find love. It's a book to help women bring in change within themselves and helps them find a soulful loving relationship. Falak is really passionate about working with women by empowering them to rise in their divine feminine essence and power. Falak now lives in Toronto, Canada with her Soulmate and beautiful kids. She has been fortunate enough to create an extraordinary life for herself and constantly works on to heal and grow. Falak wants everyone to do the same in their own unique way. Check out Falak’s website at: http://falakshaiikh.com Order a copy of Falak’s Book “The Soutmate Mantra” here: http://bit.ly/The-Soulmate-Mantra How to stay engaged with and support Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you have any suggested questions or topics for WinHers United the podcast send an email to: winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. If you want to support to show send your donation to: CashApp: $winhersunited http://buymeacoffee.com/winhersunited Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

S8 E6: Awaken Your Queen Code with Falak Shaiikh

 “Give yourself some grace and self-care, luxurious self-care.” – Dr. LaFarra Young During Season 8 Episode 5 of WinHers United the podcast Dr. LaFarra Young, CEO of LaFarra & Co., talks to us about paying attention to ourselves, and the things we put in and on our bodies. She also shares insight on using our transferable skills when moving from one area to the next, learning more about ourselves from the challenges we face, and decreasing long term stress so we can live a healthy life. Episode Highlights (3:03) Dr. LaFarra tells us more about LaFarra & Co., and why she started her company (6:24) Dr. LaFarra talks about creating a business based on the problems we face (7:44) Dr. LaFarra discusses the products she created for LaFarra & Co., and the intentionality that went along with her creations (10:33) Dr. LaFarra shares how her background as a Pediatric Pathologist has helped in her entrepreneurial journey (15:48) Dr. LaFarra talks about how she faces challenges and offers advice for anyone struggling in this area (20:46) Dr. LaFarra shares her insight on getting to know ourselves, and embracing our strengths and weaknesses (22:51) Dr. LaFarra discusses self-acceptance, self-love, and not comparing ourselves to others (30:23) Dr. LaFarra enlightens us on how we can use food as medicine, and gives us a general idea of how food can benefit and hurt our bodies (37:43) Dr. LaFarra gives us advice on the one change we can make to live a more fulfilled life (42:07) Dr. LaFarra tells us about her latest win and why it is important to her (46:13) Dr. LaFarra gives us her definition of a WinHer (47:03) Dr. LaFarra offers her parting words of wisdom Dr. LaFarra’s Bio Dr.  LaFarra Young is a triple-boarded Pediatric Pathologist, best-selling author, and founder of LaFarra & Co. wellness and beauty. She is on a mission to educate and empower busy women about the role of self-care and healthy lifestyle choices to prevent and reverse disease with clean products they can trust, speaking, and her best-selling book "Chews to be Healthy."  Dr. LaFarra graduated Summa Cum Laude from Tougaloo College, received a degree with honors in medicine from Boston University School of Medicine and completed residency at University of Mississippi Medical Center. She was co-chief resident, and was a developmental and pediatric pathology fellow at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Dr. LaFarra practices primarily in the field of Anatomic and Clinical Pathology, including Laboratory Management. Dr. LaFarra's interest in holistic medicine developed after decades of living with an autoimmune disease and later gaining additional training to become a health coach where she learned more about the body's ability to heal itself through lifestyle choices. She began to make changes with what she put in, on, and around her and used this approach with clients to improve health sometimes eliminating the need for prescribed medications. Dr. LaFarra currently is the founder and CEO of LaFarra & Co. wellness and beauty, is a national speaker, and a best-selling author who does virtual and in person events where she provides highly informative and engaging presentations about the role of lifestyle changes to prevent and reverse disease. She is the immediate past president of the Young Physician's Section of the Mississippi State Medical Association, a member of the American Society for Clinical Pathology, and member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. Dr. LaFarra lives in Jackson, MS with her three children. You can find Dr. LaFarra on all social media platforms @drlafarramd Check out Dr. LaFarra’s websites http://drlafarramd.com, http://lafarra.co, and http://lashes.lafarra.co. How to stay engaged with and support Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you have any suggested questions or topics for WinHers United the podcast send an email to: winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. If you want to support to show send your donation to: CashApp: $winhersunited http://buymeacoffee.com/winhersunited Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

S8 E5: We Are Bio Individuals with Dr. LaFarra Young

 “You have to let people know how it resonates, how it connects, and why they should care.” – MaKara Rumley During Season 8 Episode 4 of WinHers United the podcast MaKara Rumley, CEO of Hummingbird Firm, talks to us about engaging others via open communication. She also shares insight on the residual effects of operating in excellence, the importance of simplicity to convey a clear brand message, and having a strategy plan for your business. By listening to this episode you will learn more about relationship mapping, avoiding perfection paralysis, and how failure often leads to success. Episode Highlights (3:08) MaKara discusses the focus of her business, Hummingbird Firm (5:12) MaKara shares her views on the importance of open communication within business (8:33) MaKara has done an excellent job with the brand messaging of her company, and offers her advice on how others can do the same (10:53) MaKara talks about cultivating relationship maps to acquire new clients and making meaningful connections (16:17) MaKara discusses failure in entrepreneurship (17:54) MaKara shares her views on having clear intentions (21:07) MaKara gives us examples of how we can set clear intentions personally and professionally (24:22) Find out MaKara’s view on personal development and how she develops herself (30:40) MaKara talks about how often she pursues personal development opportunities, and the importance of implementing what you learn (33:08) MaKara sheds light on women’s struggle with perfection paralysis   (35:48) MaKara tells us why she makes self-care a priority, and what she does for self-care (39:41) Find out about MaKara’s favorite self-care practice (42:11) MaKara tells us about her latest win and why it is important to her (46:24) MaKara gives us her definition of a WinHer MaKara’s Bio MaKara Rumley, Esq., is more than an experienced community engagement strategist; she is an important thought leader related to the environment, education, the green economy, and public health. She has a knack for identifying what makes each stakeholder successful and leading the charge for how everyone can win. It takes the private and public sector as well as community viewpoints to reach a project’s full benefit potential. She has produced identifiable results during her work at the Environmental Protection Agency as the Senior Advisor on Community Engagement with the Regional Administrator, as an Environmental Attorney with GreenLaw, and as a consistent lecturer and presenter on cultural competency and community engagement. She is a graduate of George Washington University Law School and received her undergraduate degree from Spelman College. Mrs. Rumley has a track record of achievement and has a results oriented drive to meeting milestones. She is committed to the use of qualitative as well as quantitative measurements to truly evaluate connectivity to target constituents. To learn more about MaKara’s business, Hummingbird Firm visit: http://hummingbirdfirm.com To check out MaKara’s book Modern-Day Strategies for Community Engagement: How to Effectively Build Bridges Between People and the Bottom Line, click HERE. To check out MaKara’s YouTube channel click HERE. How to stay engaged with and support Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you have any suggested questions or topics for WinHers United the podcast send an email to: winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. If you want to support to show send your donation to: CashApp: $winhersunited http://buymeacoffee.com/winhersunited Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

S8 E4: Communication Builds a Solid Foundation with MaKara Rumley

“You only live once, and you only live now! So, let’s get out and do what we have been putting off.” – Andrea Foy During Season 8 Episode 3 of WinHers United the podcast Andrea Foy, CEO of Andrea Foy, LLC, talks to us about becoming an author. She also shares insight on the importance of having a personal development plan, putting our personal safety first, and dealing with tough topics such as bullying and harassment. By listening to this episode you will learn more about the array of topics within the Women’s Issues and Diversity realm, tips and tricks for book writing and promotion, and how employing personal safety measures decreases worry while building confidence. Episode Highlights (4:20) Andrea tells us what it means to be a Certified Women’s Issues and Diversity Consultant, and how to best provide support in this area (6:56) Andrea discusses the Women’s Issues and Diversity topics that have been the toughest to deal with (8:20) Andrea gives us advice on how to recognize if we are being bullied or harassed (9:33) Andrea talks about the requirements for getting into the Women’s Issues and Diversity field (12:07) Andrea has authored and co-authored 19 books on Women Empowerment, find out what inspired her to begin this path (16:33) Andrea shares how we can use an anthology as our launch pad into authorship (19:44) Andrea offers tips for anyone stuck in the writing process (23:36) Andrea believes in power of positivity, and offers tips on how to stay positive when life gets in the way (29:13) Andrea talks about having a long term and short term personal development plan (34:09) Andrea gives us advice on how to keep going if we do not meet our goals within the timeframe we desire (35:34) Toastmasters is a resource Andrea uses for personal development, listen in to find out what Toastmasters is all about, why Andrea finds it useful, and tips for maximizing your experience with Toastmasters (43:03) Andrea defines personal safety and tells us why it is important (46:35) Andrea mentions a few personal safe tools that can be purchased (50:29) Andrea tells us about her latest win and why it is important to her (52:43) Andrea gives us her definition of a WinHer (53:39) Andrea offers her parting wisdom Andrea’s Bio Andrea Foy is an international author, speaker, coach, consultant, and the founder of Andrea Foy, LLC. Andrea has written four books, and co-authored 15. A Certified Women’s Issues and Diversity Consultant, Andrea specializes in Personal Safety for Women, a topic that has become her keynote for workshops and seminars. She is also a certified John Maxwell Leadership Speaker and Trainer. Andrea has a Bachelor’s in Communications and a Master’s Degree in Business and Technology specializing in Management and Leadership. She has obtained the rare distinction of Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) with Toastmasters International and was honored to present on their International stage for her contribution to the Heart of a Toastmaster, the company’s first and only book about speaking and was honored to showcase her contribution on stage at their International Convention.  She also had the honor of presenting at PURPLE REIGN: The First Interdisciplinary Prince Conference in the United Kingdom based on her Memoir: Prince and Me. Andrea’s mission is to leave a little Beauty, Leadership, Inspiration, and Safety (B.L.I.S.) wherever she goes! To connect with Andrea visit: http://www.andreafoy.com. How to stay engaged with and support Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you have any suggested questions or topics for WinHers United the podcast send an email to: winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. If you want to support to show send your donation to: CashApp: $winhersunited http://buymeacoffee.com/winhersunited Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

S8 E3: Release the Author in You with Andrea Foy

“My overall mission is to bring healing, hope, and health to women.” – Trynette Lariba During Season 8 Episode 2 of WinHers United the podcast Trynette Lariba, CEO of Curvy Fit Chicks, talks to us about the many dimensions of wellness. She shares insight on the importance of self-mastery and aiming for excellence in all we do. Trynette encourages us to “not fail our bodies” as we are working diligently to create the lives we desire. By listening to this episode you will learn more about being intentional in all of your efforts, the importance of nurturing relationships, pursuing personal growth, and using your past proof to push forward in achieving greater things. Episode Highlights (3:25) Trynette defines Curvy Fit Chicks and tells us how she helps her Curvy Fit Chick clients (6:43) Trynette shares her view on body size in relation to fitness (8:40) Trynette talks about becoming a postpartum doula (13:56) Trynette explains the difference between a midwife and a doula (15:02) Trynette discusses the requirements and provides suggestions for becoming a doula (20:54) At times your reality does not match your plans, Trynette tells us about her experience with this (23:08) Trynette talks about the importance of relationship building in business and provides some tips and tricks for building meaningful relationships (32:16) Trynette discusses the “I don’t feel like it mindset” and how decisions should not be made around emotions (38:45) Tyrnette equates personal development to personal growth, and she tells us why (41:02) Trynette shares a book she read that has helped her to develop personally (44:03) Trynette talks about discernment, and how no is not a bad word (45:09) Trynette shares her self-care regime which includes working out, prayer, devotion, quiet time, dating herself, and more (47:36) Trynette tells us about her latest win and why it is important to her (53:08) Trynette gives us her definition of a WinHer (54:52) Trynette offers her parting wisdom Trynette’s Bio Trynette Lariba, RN, BSN is the Founder of Curvy Fit Chicks. She’s also known as the Curvy Fit RN. She’s confident, bold and passionate about curvy woman fitness. Her mission is to redefine the standards of health and wellness for the holistic Curvy Woman. She loves her curves, but like many women, her adult life was an on and off affair with getting fit. The realization that the cycle must STOP came in 2016 after having a flip-over car accident that completely transformed her life and set her on the path to healing, health and hope. She discovered her purpose and rediscovered herself. Trynette decided to no longer let excuses, doubt, other people’s opinions, insecurities or inconsistency hold her back. She knew that loving herself meant taking the best care of herself. She became empowered and is unquestionably giving curvy women permission to do the same. She was nominated for the Rise Award by Banwo Foundation, Inc in 2019 and the Soar Award in 2021. She has been featured in Voyage MIA and Banwo Foundation Magazine. Trynette’s a BEAST when it comes to getting fit. She’s committed, conscious, and clear about her fitness goals and focused on helping other Curvy Women identify their ‘WHY’ and ‘HOW’ to get and stay active. Connect with Trynette: Linktree: www.linktr.ee/curvy_fit_chicks Website: www.curvyfitchicks.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/curvy_fit_chicks Facebook: http://facebook.com/curvyfitchicks Clubhouse: https://joinclubhouse.com/club/CurvyFitChicks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/haryshathompson/ How to stay engaged with and support Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you have any suggested questions or topics for WinHers United the podcast send an email to: winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. If you want to support to show send your donation to: CashApp: $winhersunited http://buymeacoffee.com/winhersunited Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

S8 E2: Wellness Has Many Dimensions with Trynette Lariba

“A COO connects the pieces of the business vision and makes it a reality.” – Stephanie Marquardt During Season 8 Episode 1 of WinHers United the podcast Stephanie Marquardt, CEO of Continuous Synergy, talks to us about being a Fractional COO. She shares insight on the importance of operational management and how a COO helps CEOs work on their business as opposed to in their business. By listening to this episode you will hear about federal government contracts, networking and marketing for your business, where to find cost effective trainings for personal development, self-care practices, and tracking your wins via score cards and key performance indicators (KPIs). Episode Highlights (4:22) Stephanie tells us what is Fractional COO is and explains what a Fractional COO does (6:43) Stephanie discusses why having a COO is important (7:23) Stephanie offers insight into securing federal government contracts (9:06) Learn what businesses should go after federal government contracts (11:19) Stephanie shares about her transition from full time employee to full time entrepreneur (14:45) Stephanie gives us tips for marketing and networking (18:37) Stephanie tells about the importance of having a growth mindset (25:10) Stephanie shares her personal development practices and resources (28:27) Find out about the latest book Stephanie read and suggests we read (34:30) Learn about Stephanie’s view of self-care view and why it is important to her (35:32) Stephanie shares her self-care routines (42:17) Stephanie discusses how she tracks her accomplishments/wins (44:03) Stephanie tells us about her latest accomplishment/win (46:55) Stephanie gives us her definition of WinHer (47:38) Stephanie offers her parting advice Stephanie’s Bio Stephanie Marquardt is founder and CEO of Continuous Synergy LLC, a consulting firm that helps business owners move their companies to the next level. Among its services, Continuous Synergy provides expertise in fractional chief operating officer (COO) /EOS Integrator support, project-focused operational support, such as process improvement, and helping businesses learn how to win federal government contracts. Stephanie has more than 10 years of experience as the COO for a prime defense contractor. She co-founded and was executive director for the Florida 8(a) Alliance, a nonprofit organization that provides training to small businesses interested in federal contracting. In this role she helped hundreds of small businesses establish and grow their federal contracting imprint, especially in the competitive defense industry. Stephanie is certified as a Lean Six Sigma process improvement practitioner. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Dickinson College, a master’s from Johns Hopkins University and an executive leadership certificate from Cornell University. Connect with Stephanie via: Email at: stephaniem@continuous-synergy.com Her website at: http://continuous-synergy.com LinkedIN at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-marquardt Facebook at: https://m.facebook.com/continuous.synergy/ How to stay engaged with and support Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you have any suggested questions or topics for WinHers United the podcast send an email to: winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. If you want to support to show send your donation to: CashApp: $winhersunited http://buymeacoffee.com/winhersunited Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

S8 E1: The Life of a Fractional COO with Stephanie Marquardt

Resilience is necessary to persevere in life and entrepreneurship! Gabby Goodwin is an inventor, mentor, speaker, and the Co-Founder of Confidence. Gabby became a kidpreneur at only 7 years old via her invention Gabby Bow. Gabby is super amazing and has received numerous accolades since becoming an entrepreneur such as being named the 2015 South Carolina Young Entrepreneur of the Year, the 2018 Black Enterprise Teenpreneur of the Year, and the 2019 SpeakerCon Teen Speaker of the Year. Over the last seven years entrepreneurship has increased Gabby’s confidence and taught her to be determined and resilient. During this episode of WinHers United the podcast Gabby encourages us to believe that NO Means Next Opportunity. Have you allowed yourself to be defeated by rejection and redirection, or do you believe that no means next opportunity? Episode Highlights (3:47) Gabby tells us more about what she does and her business (6:03) Gabby discusses how critical thinking and feedback helped her create Gabby Bows (9:35) Gabby shares how honored she is to have parents that sacrificed for and believed in her dream (11:33) Gabby tells us about her experience losing the 2017 Black Enterprise Teenpreneur of the Year Award, then returning in 2018 and winning the 2018 Black Enterprise Teenpreneur of the Year Award (16:14) Gabby discusses how she balances all the moving pieces of her life (19:09) Gabby shares about her how entrepreneurship helped her overcome her struggles with confidence (24:46) Gabby offers advice for growing your brand and business via social media, and gives us homework (29:08) Gabby shares strategy for how you can come up with social media hashtags to expand your reach (32:29) Gabby talks about her experience being a guest on The Real (36:27) Gabby has goals! Find out what’s next for her company Confidence (41:02) Gabby offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs is to believe in yourself and keep pushing (42:08) Gabby tells us that she would not change anything about her journey because it has helped to grow her determination, resilience, and confidence Interview Quotes “Tears are the nutrients to dreams, like sunlight is the nutrients to plants.” – Gabby Goodwin “Go after your dreams even if you heard a lot of rejection, and no’s!” – Gabby Goodwin “If you have a dream, if you have anything that you want to achieve you can do it! I didn’t even qualify for Teenpreneur of the Year, I was eleven.” – Gabby Goodwin Gabby’s Bio Thirteen-year-old Gabby is the CEO of Confidence. At the age of seven, she and her mom Rozalynn invented GaBBY Bows, the first and patented Double-Face Double-Snap Barrette to save families time, money and frustration. Solving the age-old problem of disappearing hair barrettes, GaBBY Bows are engineered to prevent hair slippage.  Their patented barrettes, plant-based girls’ natural hair product line - that reduces detangling time and tears and maintains moisture for days - remove dread from the styling process so moms, dads and girls can cherish this precious time together.  The company launched and began selling barrettes through its online store at gabbybows.com in February 2014. The mother-daughter duo has since filled online orders to all 50 states in the U.S. and in twelve countries. GaBBY Bows are also carried in select Target, retail and beauty supply stores in the US, Canada and South Africa.  Gabby and Rozalynn launched the Mommy and Me Entrepreneurship Academy in November 2018. More than 50 Girl Bosses and their mothers from 16 states have enrolled for mentoring and started their own businesses under the Confidence brand. The children’s book Gabby Invents the Perfect Hair Bow chronicles Gabby’s entrepreneurial journey. Their story has been featured on The Real, Aspire TV, NPR How I Built This and The Today Show, and in Forbes, Kiplinger Magazine, The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Free Enterprise Magazine, JET.com, Essence.com, Madamnoire, AOL and Now This. Gabby was named a 2015 South Carolina Young Entrepreneur of the Year, the youngest to ever receive this award. The company was named a 2016 SCORE and Sam’s Club American Small Business Champion and the 2016 SCORE Foundation Outstanding Diverse Business of the Year. Gabby was also named the 2018 Black Enterprise Teenpreneur of the Year and the 2019 SpeakerCon Teen Speaker of the Year. Gabby is engaged in all aspects of the business, from inventory to speaking at schools and business conferences and helping with sales taxes to writing thank you notes to every customer who orders products online. She also hosts the GaBBY Play Date to teach girls in children’s shelters about entrepreneurship.  The “A” student loves to read and dance. Her favorite subjects are science, math and language arts. Gabby, Rozalynn and their father/husband Comedian Mike Goodwin and little brother/son Michael live in Columbia, SC. Find out more about Confidence and Gabby Bows: http://gabbybows.com How to stay engaged with Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you are interested in joining or learning more about the WinHers United Membership Group send Nicole an email at winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

S7 E18: NO Means Next Opportunity with Gabby Goodwin

How we look at things determines what we see! Choosing to be realistic yet hopeful is a gem that can help us along the way. Tae Lee is known as the Money Maximizer. She is an International Best Selling Author, Speaker, Coach, and Financial Literacy Trainer. Tae’s goal is to impart financial knowledge on others so they can experience successful entrepreneurship with the freedom and money to live life on their terms. And, she aspires to help 10,000 people become financially free and create generational wealth. During this episode of WinHers United the podcast Tae helps us to realize that Perspective is Everything. What perspective are you choosing for yourself, and how is it shaping your life? Episode Highlights (2:49) Tae tells us about her professional background and what she currently does (4:26) Tae talks about wanting to be an actress when she grew up and her battles with stage fright (5:49) Tae shares her upbringing as a child, and the support she received from her family (7:02) Tae discusses how entrepreneurship can be a struggle, and having supportive people around you is a must (8:25) Tae gives us her insight for navigating the uncertainty of entrepreneurship (9:49) Tae encourages us to embrace our emotions and talks about how crying can lead to an epiphany (10:28) Tae talks about having a hard time finding a job after college, which was the catalyst to her becoming an entrepreneur (13:52) Tae encourages us to change our perspective on the word NO, and keep search for our YES (14:49) Tae shares her personal and professional improvement methods which includes reading, researching, attempting new things, and being alone in silence (16:01) Tae emphasizes the importance of taking out time for yourself (17:27) Tae share her previous reading routine and future reading goal with us (18:13) Find out about a book Tae loves and often reads to help her stay on course (20:30) Tae tells us how she starts and how her routine benefits her (21:28) Tae shares the personal affirmations she uses to keep her going (22:06) Tae talks about the illusion of overnight success (24:12) Tae’s leadership principle is being open to receive criticism (25:49) Tae recommends finding mentors and business besties that we are aligned with to help push us forward (28:35) Tae believes it takes money to make money, and encourages us to ensure we have the funds needed to grow our businesses (30:31) Tae’s money making tip for us is to be a hard worker (31:19) Learn more about the financial literacy game that Tae created (37:59) Tae shares her travel experiences and aspirations Interview Quotes “It's no such thing as an overnight success…You gotta give it time, and if it doesn’t work out then it’s a reason.” – Tae Lee “Drop them tears, because when the tears come you may see the light!” – Tae Lee “When they tell me no, I say that just means not today!” – Tae Lee Tae’s Bio Tae Lee, known as the “Money Maximizer,” is an International Best-Selling Author, speaker, coach, and trainer based out of Birmingham, Alabama. She produces diverse streams of income in the areas of tax, real estate, insurance, and the finance industry. Tae Lee is also the author of financial literacy products such as the Game of Fortune, Never Go Broke Money Success Planner, Money Success Planner High School Edition, and more. She uses books, curriculums, workshops, speaking, and interviews to spread her financial knowledge so that others can experience successful entrepreneurship with the freedom and money to live life on their terms. To learn more go to: http://nevergobroke.money How to stay engaged with Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you are interested in joining or learning more about the WinHers United Membership Group send Nicole an email at winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

S7 E17: Perspective is Everything with Tae Lee

Listening is an art that is extremely powerful! By listening to ourselves as well as others we can learn SO much! Dr. Carolle Jean-Murat is an Intuitive Optimum Health Consultant, Multi Time Best Selling Author, and Spiritual Healer who helps clients, doctors, and patients heal without the knife. Dr. Carolle started her career as an Obstetrics and Gynecology Surgeon, but soon realized that many health concerns hide a deeper issue. Once she decided to listen to herself and her patients she was able to cure ailments by getting to the root cause as opposed to only treating the symptoms. During this episode of WinHers United the podcast Dr. Carolle enlightens us on The Power of Listening. Have you made a habit of listening to yourself and others, or are you ignoring what is right in front of you? Episode Highlights (3:51) Dr. Carolle leads us down the story of her childhood growing up in Haiti, her family background, and how she determined she wanted to be a doctor at only nine years old (6:59) Dr. Carolle was exposed to childbearing at a young age due to her mother being a midwife, find out how she was able to witness childbirth at just eleven years old (8:13) Dr. Carolle talks about relocating to San Diego, then quitting surgery once she embraced her intuitive gifts (9:44) Dr. Carolle learned about the mind, body, soul connection and was able to help her patients discover the root cause to their ailments (12:27) Dr. Carolle discusses the issues negative energy causes in the body (17:19) Dr. Carolle believes that the harder things are the more prayer is necessary (20:27) Dr. Carolle tells us how our body listens to what we want, positive or negative (26:36) Dr. Carolle’s gifts were not always received well in the medical field, yet her work was highly respected (32:11) Dr. Carolle talks about the importance of listening at all levels, connecting with people, and treating each person as the unique human being they are (36:53) Dr. Carolle speaks on being in the moment and giving people your undivided attention (38:48) Dr. Carolle’s toughest struggle was being abused as a child, yet she chooses to look at life optimistically (41:49) Dr. Carolle’s ah-ha moment was moving past her hesitation to be on camera due to being self-conscious and realizing that true beauty shines from within (43:36) Dr. Carolle talks about pivoting from writing books to creating digital content (44:38) Dr. Carolle’s recommended resources are all about healing and living a better life (47:58) Dr. Carolle’s advice for an up and coming entrepreneur is be accept and embrace change (52:50) Dr. Carolle shares how she chose impact over income and is completely happy with her decision Dr. Carolle’s Bio Dr. Carolle Jean-Murat, MD, FACOG is a board-certified OB-GYN, and a primary care specialist. Born and raised in Haiti, she comes from a family of healers, shamans, herbalists, and midwives. She was educated in top universities in Haiti, Mexico, Jamaica, and the US, giving her a broad-spectrum approach to medicine and invaluable multicultural knowledge.  She had a successful private practice in San Diego, California from 1982 to 2005. She is a gifted medical intuitive, spiritual healer and a spontaneous medium who has helped thousands over the past four decades from all walks of life.  She has worked with under-privileged patients in dire conditions, even performing surgeries by flashlight in Haiti and delivering babies in farms in Mexico. She has also practiced medicine in highly acclaimed, technologically advanced hospitals in the U.S. She has helped thousands of men and women, including wounded warriors suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and military sexual trauma (MST). In 2000 Dr. Carolle suffered severe burnout and had to reinvent herself. In 2005, she closed her private practice in San Diego because she could no longer fit into a prescription-writing, bottom-line-oriented medical system that did not allow time and resources for doctors to properly care for patients as whole human beings. She would not compromise. Her dream was to continue treating and healing patients, using her own ideals. She created the Dr. Carolle’s Healing Sanctuary of San Diego, where those who were ill or suffering could spend as much time as they needed with her. She developed the One-Week Intensive Three-Step Process; an intuitive, laser-focus transformational process that gives instant results within a week, mind, body and soul. Fluent in French, Haitian Creole, Spanish and English, Dr. Carolle combines her scientific knowledge with her extraordinary gift of intuition and clairvoyance to help those who are ready to heal. Her process helps to discover the root cause of patients’ symptoms and teaches them how to use this information to begin the healing process. With faith and caring she guides patients and shows them their strengths, teaches them how to let go, and simultaneously helps them overcome the obstacles that have prevented them from being their best self. She is an intuitive healing mentor for residents at the University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine, and she has extended her knowledge and intuitive healing abilities to physicians who are suffering from burnout in their field and find themselves unable to deliver the kind of compassionate effective services that they intended in the beginning of their medical journey. She has created an intensive three-step-process that investigates, identifies the root cause and transforms each health care specialist, giving them back the control and balance they need to operate on the highest level possible in their medical career. Before COVID, there was already a crisis looming; about two out of three physicians practicing medicine and three out of four medical students and residents in training were burnt out. Dr. Carolle has been educating, mentoring, and coaching physicians in many countries. Working with her using a three-step process she has perfected over the years, in a short amount of time they quickly regain their love of medicine and learn the tools to deliver compassionate, quality, personalized care under any circumstance while enjoying a well-balanced life, mind body and soul.  Dr. Carolle has always felt strongly about serving others, especially the poor and underprivileged. For more than three decades, she has provided free medical care to the people of Haiti and underserved clinics in San Diego through Catholic Charities, and as a volunteer in medical clinics in several countries. Her own non-profit charity, Health Through Communication Foundation, is focused on providing medical care, education, and other needed services to those in need. As an international motivational speaker, Dr. Carolle brings her message of self-empowerment and faith through her online courses, membership website, best-selling and award-winning books, private retreats, workshops, blogs, and podcasts. Sign up for Dr. Carolle's newsletter to stay informed about the Built Well Institute: http://www.drcarolle.com. How to stay engaged with Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you are interested in joining or learning more about the WinHers United Membership Group send Nicole an email at winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

S7 E16: The Power of Listening with Dr. Carolle Jean-Murat

Accepting defeat is the easy way out! It is much harder to keep pushing and decide that you will achieve. Sabrina Tucker-Barrett is a mentor, STEM advocate, and the founder of Girls for Technology - which is a non-profit organization focused on closing the gender gap in Technology and Engineering. Via Girls for Technology Sabrina has been able to impact young girls across the United States, helping them understand and grow in the STEM fields. Being a stroke survivor changed Sabrina’s life, and showed her the importance of never giving up, which is something she embodies and teaching to the young girls she is able to impact. During this episode of WinHers United the podcast Sabrina encourages us to Never Give Up. Have you given up, or are you determine to push through no matter what? Episode Highlights (3:06) Sabrina discusses her background and lets us know what she is currently up to (7:11) Learn about what Sabrina wanted to be when she grew up (9:13) Sabrina talks about the nuisances of life (10:43) Sabrina’s pivotal point was deciding to leave Corporate America and move into the unchartered territory of entrepreneurship (15:42) Sabrina offers three strategies for raising money to start a non-profit (17:49) Sabrina has many responsibilities and admits that she often thinks of herself last, yet she does make time to vacation so she can refuel (20:26) Sabrina talks about her morning routine, and how she is handling life under our current restrictions (22:43) Sabrina is a stroke survivor which was the toughest struggle she endured, find out about this experience and how she was able to get back on track   (26:48) Sabrina’s leadership principle is to be dedicated (28:49) Sabrina’s recommended resource is using project management software such as Trello and Asana to stay on task (30:23) Sabrina’s advice for an up and coming entrepreneur is to do as much research on the tasks in front of you, so you are making informed and knowledgeable decisions (32:44) Sabrina talks about being willing to “pay to play”, so you can reach the next level (35:02) Learn about Sabrina’s travel experiences and goals Interview Quotes “Typically life is not a straight path. You’re going to have ups and downs, and where you start is not necessarily where you are going to finish.” – Sabrina Tucker-Barrett “Never give up! Be persistent! Fight through! Whatever obstacle may come your way, if you believe in something, if you know that something is meant for you, you have to push through.” – Sabrina Tucker-Barrett “There is always hope, there is always a better day ahead.” – Sabrina Tucker-Barrett Sabrina’s Bio Sabrina, a native of New London, CT, graduated with a B.A., concentration in Healthcare Administration from Charter Oak State College, and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Education. During her younger college years Sabrina worked for AmeriCorps teaching inner-city teens computer skills. Sabrina has always had a passion for helping underrepresented girls strive to reach their full potential. While still in college Sabrina took a proposal writing class, it was through that class that Girls For Technology (GFT) was inspired. After a decade in corporate America in the Health Insurance sector, she felt an inability to make an impact the way she envisioned and Founded GFT. “Mentoring is very important and through GFT girls will see prominent successful women and exposed to different career paths and most important build a life long love for technology and engineering.”  You can find Girls For Technology at http://girlsfortechnology.org. How to stay engaged with Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you are interested in joining or learning more about the WinHers United Membership Group send Nicole an email at winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker  

S7 E15: Never Give Up with Sabrina Tucker-Barrett

Everyone has value, and deserves to the opportunity to be heard! Constance Woulard is a best-selling author, motivational speaker, and nursing educator. Constance has worked in the healthcare industry for over 25 years which inspired her to start AWG Consulting, providing nursing consultative services to healthcare agencies and long-term care facilities. Over the years Constance realized the need to update her leadership style to be more collaborative by empowering those around her. During this episode of WinHers United the podcast Constance shares her experiences and advice on Taking a Collaborative Approach. Have you taken a collaborative approach to leadership, or are you an authoritarian? Episode Highlights (3:04) Constance discusses her background and lets us know what she is currently up to (7:00) Constance talks about transforming her leadership style (8:48) Learn about what Constance wanted to be when she grew up (10:12) Constance discusses her childhood and how it shaped her for the future (12:38) Constance changed her lifestyle once she became a single parent, this was a pivotal point in her life (16:03) Find out what Constance is doing to improve herself personally and professionally (21:49) Constance discusses the last book she read (23:56) Constance speaks on defining your own success (28:01) Constance shares her latest ah-ha moment (31:45) Constance gives back to herself by enjoying hobbies such as shopping and fishing (34:38) Constance utilizes books by John Maxwell and Stephen Covey to assist her with her leadership journey (39:51) Constance shares advice for an up and coming entrepreneur (42:42) Learn about Constance’s travel experiences and goals Interview Quotes “You have to learn to meet people where they are!” – Constance Woulard “We are all diverse, and we are diverse for a reason.” – Constance Woulard “That’s just how life is patterned and setup; the trials we go through, the tribulation, the heartbreaks, the experiences…they all shape us for a better tomorrow.” – Constance Woulard Constance’s Bio Constance Woulard is Divisional Nursing Director for Wellpath Recovery Solutions.  In this role, she is accountable for nursing practice and quality across Wellpath Recovery Solutions, encompassing twelve sites within the United States, to include Washington, Colorado, Alaska, Massachusetts, South Carolina, California, Texas and Florida. Ms. Woulard is a best-selling author, motivational speaker and nursing educator.  She is a faculty adjunct professor with the University of North Carolina and nursing graduate coach for Instructional Connections, Incorporated. She is the owner and founder of AWG Consulting, providing nursing consultative services to various healthcare agencies and long-term care facilities. Ms. Woulard studied chemistry and English at the University of Southern Mississippi, and earned a Bachelor of Science degree.  She later obtained certification in secondary education.  She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from William Carey University, and a Masters of Science in Nursing Education from William Carey University. She is an esteemed member of Sigma Theta Tau and Chi Eta Phi. Her nursing career has been dedicated to creating high quality, reliable systems of care and developing the next generation of nurses and health care professionals to lead in these ever-changing times. How to stay engaged with Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you are interested in joining or learning more about the WinHers United Membership Group send Nicole an email at winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

S7 E14: Taking a Collaborative Approach with Constance Woulard

When faced with adversity we build muscles. The key is to continually activate those muscles, so we can improve our lives. Tracy Young is an International Best Selling Author, Life Coach, and Trainer who founded Heart Aspirations. After living through the adversity of foster care Tracy decided to go back into the child welfare system to impact change. Tracy’s mission is to find and help her former self, and she does this by teaching foster youth, parents, social workers, and women the skills she has accumulated over the years. During this episode of WinHers United the podcast Tracy shares her experiences and advice to Activate Your Hidden Muscles. Are you activating your hidden muscles, or have you allowed life to make you weak? Episode Highlights (2:55) Tracy discusses her background and lets us know what she is currently up to (3:54) Tracy tells us how being in foster care inspired her to work in the child welfare industry (6:21) Tracy talks about what she wanted to be when she grew up (8:19) Tracy shares the story behind her upbringing which included toxicity and contemplating suicide (10:29) Tracy defines hidden muscles, and tells us how to activate them (14:41) Tracy’s pivotal point occurred when she decided she would always play to win at sixteen years old (19:30) Tracy discusses her morning routine, which consists of positive affirmations (21:23) Tracy talks about feelings, and gives us advice on working through our feelings (22:36) Tracy discusses the last book she read and the current book she is reading (26:11) Tracy shares her latest ah-ha moment, which was realizing it was time to move on (31:49) Tracy expands upon how she moves past her fears to embrace her new direction (36:29) Tracy talks about why she chooses to never forget where she came from (43:37) Tracy’s advice is to always stay moldable because there is always ways to improve (51:31) Learn about Tracy’s travel experiences and goals Interview Quotes “A lot of times what people magnify is where you have been wounded, but the thing that they don’t usually acknowledge or magnify is what it took for you to survive and how amazing you are.” – Tracy Young “Every time we think we arrived, we find out we haven’t…being real with yourself is the most important thing.” – Tracy Young “People can only help you, take you from where you are to where you need to be.” – Tracy Young Tracy’s Bio Tracy Young, MSW, is a former foster youth who was once entangled in the delinquency and dependency child welfare system. After successfully navigating through the system and graduating from high school she began working for the very system that reared her during her teen years. She worked in Child Welfare for over 20 years in various capacities ranging from a youth worker (former foster youth position) to a Children’s Social Worker.  Tracy earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California. She has also been instrumental in the work being done to improve the outcomes of African American families who are overrepresented in the child welfare system, by teaming with several work groups, as well as co-facilitating trainings and meetings. Tracy has dedicated her life to impacting the field of child welfare through serving children and families, training and inspiring in coming social workers and advocating for change. Tracy also coaches women who have experienced childhood trauma, helping them build confidence, decrease fear and increase their self-esteem.  She is a phenomenal storyteller who weaves lessons learned from her life experience in and her experience working in the field. She uses her experiences to enhance the abilities of those who serve children, youth and families that have come into contact with child welfare agencies. Tracy is a trainer that utilizes a trauma-informed and strength based lens to teach and empower attendees so that they can effectively engage, connect and impact the lives of the children and families they serve. Connect with Tracy at http://heartaspirations.org How to stay engaged with Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you are interested in joining or learning more about the WinHers United Membership Group send Nicole an email at winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker  

S7 E13: Activate Your Hidden Muscles with Tracy Young

Many times opportunities are disguised as frustration, if we are open minded enough to see past what we are experiencing. Rozalynn Goodwin started her business, Confidence, alongside her daughter Gabby based on this exact premise. After realizing that nothing existed to solve the problem she had with losing her daughter’s barrettes daily, and being nudged by her daughter - Gabby’s Bow was created. During this episode of WinHers United the podcast Rozalynn shares her experience of going From Frustration to Invention. Are you looking at frustrations as opportunities, or have you decided that it is what it is? Episode Highlights (2:59) Rozalynn discusses her background and lets us know what she is currently up to (4:29) Rozalynn tells us her story behind becoming an inventor (14:49) Rozalynn talks about what she wanted to be when she grew up (17:36) Rozalynn grew up in a tight knit family that encouraged education as the gateway to a better life (23:22) A pivotal point in Rozalynn’s life was her daughter’s insistence to create an invention (26:11) Rozalynn discusses the importance of keeping your ideas private to avoid naysayers (31:46) Rozalynn tells us about how she challenges herself so she can continue to grow   (35:36) Rozalynn discusses her morning routine which consists of exercise, prayer, and reading (39:39) Rozalynn talks about the last book she read   (41:23) Rozalynn shares the personal affirmation that keeps her going (42:01) Rozalynn’s toughest struggle was access to capital as an entrepreneur, find out how she overcame (46:43) Rozalynn’s ah-ha moment was realizing that she was not operating as the Founder of her business (50:27) Learn about Rozalynn’s travel experiences and goals Interview Quotes “You gotta be really careful about who you are talking to about your ideas, about these things before you even allow them time to manifest whether it’s a business, a book, a new venture, a pivot whatever it is. You need to be very strategic about who you are talking to!” – Rozalynn Goodwin “If you really want it you are not just going to sit and wait for people to give it to you!” – Rozalynn Goodwin “You cannot be doing entry level job work, and wondering why your business is not growing and scaling.” – Rozalynn Goodwin Rozalynn’s Bio Rozalynn Goodwin is the co-founder of Confidence. She and her seven-year-old daughter Gabby solved the age-old problem of disappearing hair barrettes by inventing GaBBY Bows -- the first and patented Double-Face Double-Snap Barrette. Their patented barrettes engineered to prevent hair slippage, along with their plant-based girls natural hair product line save families time, money and frustration, while removing stress from the styling process so moms, dads and girls can cherish this precious time together. Confidence launched and began selling barrettes through its online store at gabbybows.com in February 2014. The company has filled online orders to all 50 states in the U.S. and twelve countries. The patented barrettes are carried in select Target stores and other retail and beauty supply stores across the US, Canada and South Africa. Rozalynn also serves vice president for engagement and a lobbyist for the South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA). Passionate about improving the well-being of populations through health and human services, Rozalynn serves as the primary link with many private and public-sector stakeholders, including policy-makers, community and advocacy groups, insurers and employers. Prior to joining SCHA, Rozalynn worked in strategic planning and business development with Palmetto Health and in health and human services policy research in the Office of Governor Jim Hodges. A native of Mt. Carmel, SC, she holds a bachelor’s degree in Health Care Management from Lander University and a Master of Health Administration from the University of South Carolina. She is a Liberty Fellow, graduate of Leadership Columbia and serves on the boards of United Way of the Midlands and Right Direction Church International. A fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives, Rozalynn is a recipient of the James E. Clyburn Community Award for Health Care Leadership from the University of South Carolina Arnold School of Public Health, Early Career Healthcare Executive Regent’s Award from the American College of Healthcare Executives, Alyce Kemp DeWitt Award for outstanding volunteer work from the United Way of the Midlands, Talented Tenth Chelsea Evans Outstanding Community Service Award, and has been recognized as a rising business leader in The State Newspaper’s annual “20 under 40” feature. Rozalynn and Gabby have been featured on The Real, HSN, QVC, Aspire TV, NPR How I Built This and The Today Show, and in Forbes, Inc., Kiplinger Magazine, Readers’ Digest, The Washington Post, JET, Black Enterprise, Madamnoire, AOL, Hello Beautiful, and Now This. Gabby was named a 2015 South Carolina Young Entrepreneur of the Year, the youngest to ever receive this award. The duo was also named a 2016 SCORE and Sam’s Club American Small Business Champion, and the 2016 SCORE Foundation Outstanding Diverse Business of the Year. Gabrielle was named the 2018 Black Enterprise Teenpreneur of the Year and 2019 SpeakerCon Teen Speaker of the Year. Rozalynn also manages the career of her husband Comedian Mike Goodwin. Rozalynn, Mike, their daughter Gabby and son Michael live in Columbia, SC. How to stay engaged with Nicole Walker and WinHers United If you are interested in joining or learning more about the WinHers United Membership Group send Nicole an email at winhersunited@gmail.com. If you are an aspiring or newbie podcaster Nicole would love to help you on your journey. Schedule a Podcast Launch Consultation Session with Nicole using this link: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall. Follow Nicole on Clubhouse @winhersunited. Check out the WinHers United website at: http://winhersunited.com. As always "Be Empowered and Empower On" - Nicole Walker

S7 E12: From Frustration to Invention with Rozalynn Goodwin

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