Special Edition of Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real "Creativity and Innovation; After the Brainstorm"

Season 7 Episode # 285

Welcome to a special edition of Keepin’ It Real, panel discussions with business owners who join us to discuss topics trending in business…

All of our guests are experts in their field and join us to share thought leadership and expertise as small business owners with a focus on creativity and innovation as part of their formula for success.

I’d like to introduce you to our expert panel:

Laura Ballerini is the founder of blubrown communications, best selling author and the creative director for this years SYS magazine who works with clients to ensure projects are creative, technically sound, and exceed marketing and sales goals.

Chynna Morgan is the founder of Vidlo, a tech company that supports business owners with a platform for video testimonials and content, amplifying their brand and driving sales.

Michelle Larsen, is an award winning professional artist who creates original paper sculpted fine art for collectors using innovative 3D-printable relief designs for architecture, interiors, and immersive environments.

Graydon Moffat, is the founder of Graydon Cosmetics, Graydon has gone from vegan chef to skin chef, she draws from a career built at the intersection of culinary nutrition, wellness, and movement.

A few tips from our expert panel:

1) Connect with your audience 2) Be open to new ideas 3) Use AI as a "brainstorm partner" 4) Find a creative outlet outside of your business

A special thanks to Laura, Chynna, Michelle and Graydon for participating in the series, believing in our core values and joining us on the podcast. We appreicate all that you do to support small business owners.

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Business Mentorship; “The Gift of Time ” Keepin' It Real with Fatima Barrera

Season 7 Episode #284

Fatima Barrera is the founder of Timeless Messages, a business consultant with over 25 years of marketing expertise now helping families, friends, and organizations preserve heartfelt stories into books that become treasured keepsakes.

Our guest joins us from Toronto, Canada

A few of the highlights: 1. New form of testimonial 2. Importance of “opt in email” 3. Be intentional

Read Fatima' s story in our guest blog and connect here.

Fatima thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We appreciate you sharing the importance of how we may not only recognize but catalogue memories for our friends and families so they may be treasured for a lifetime.

Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.

We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.

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Business Mentorship; ““How to Publish Your Book ” Keepin' It Real with Author and Publisher Amanda Wais

Season 7 Episode #283

Amanda Wais is the founder of Cheeky Scribe. She is a speaker, award winning author, editor and publisher who now helps others write and publish their stories.

Our guest joins us from Calumet, Michigan.

A few of the highlights: 1. Start your book with a purpose 2. Don't be your own proof reader 3. Your book is the “foundation” for a bigger revenue stream

Read Amanda' s story in our guest blog and connect here.

Amanda thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We appreciate your tips and advice on how to write the words to share our stories while leaving a lasting impact AND create a solid revenue stream.

Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.

We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.

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Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real “Push Buttons to Provoke Change” with Dr Alexandra and Steve Gilmore.

Season 7 Episode #282

Alexandra and Steve work together as business coaches sharing thought leadership on persistence and perseverance. Alex has authored the book “Unshaken but Stirred” and they use the SHIFT Framework with their clients helping leaders to act decisively.

They going to share their story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes into their partnership and unique definition for success.

Our guest joins us from Auckland, New Zealand.

A few of the highlights:

1. Plan your strategy with realistic weekly goals 2. SHIFT framework recognizes and creates opportunities 3. Tenacity is a quality that breaks barriers

Read Alex and Steve' s story in our guest blog and connect here.

Alex and Steve thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We appreciate all that you do to create new opportunities through the SHIFT method for success.

Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.

We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.

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Business Mentorship; “How Relationships Make Schools Safer” Keepin' It Real with Dr Beth Sanborn

Season 7 Episode #281

“Dr. Beth J. Sanborn is a nationally recognized school safety expert, former police officer, and School Resource Officer. She serves as President of the Pennsylvania Association of School Resource Officers, is a NASRO instructor, TEDx speaker, and author of two best-selling books, The Missing Piece and Piecing It Together. Her work centers on relationships, prevention, and student-centered safety.”

Beth is going to share her story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes into how relationships make schools safer.

Our guest joins us from Landsdale, Pennsylvania.

A few of the highlights: 1. What is your logo story? 2. Invest in yourself - it creates seats at the table 3. A simple smile will change every conversation

Read Beth' s story in our guest blog and connect here.

Watch Beth's TedX on YouTube

Beth thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We appreciate all that you do to not only educate but share life skills through example to everyone in the community.

Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.

We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.

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Business Mentorship; “Release Pain, Expand Your Abundance” Keepin' It Real with Jacqueline M. Kane

Season 7 Episode #280

“Jacqueline Kane is a visionary healer, best selling author and the co-founder of The Goddess Revolution. She is the creator of the Heal Your Back & Triple Your Income™ framework, she blends energy medicine with emotional mastery to activate lasting freedom, wealth, and visibility.

Jacqueline is going to share her story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes into how your body is holding emotional and ancestral patterns that affect your pain, your money, and your ability to receive.

Our guest joins us from Canton, Connecticut

A few of the highlights: 1. Market test your great idea before you trademark 2. Every wellness modality is different 3. Change follows a process

Read Jacqueline' s story in our guest blog and connect here.

Jacqueline thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We wish you continued success as you provide insight into how we find acceptance and receive the tools we need for success.

Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.

We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.

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Business Mentorship; “Dare to Dream” Keepin' It Real with Katrine Horn

Season 7 Episode #279

“Katrine Horn is an International Life Coach, TEDx Speaker and Self-Love Activist. She coaches high achievers to step out of autopilot and achieve more success with less stress.”

Katrine is going to share her story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes into how she went from the orchestra as a harpist to university teacher and business school instructor to business owner.

Our guest joins us from Toulouse, France

A few of the highlights: 1. Dare to dream 2.What do you want? - plain and simple 3. Mentorship saves you time and money

Read Katrine' s story in our guest blog and connect here.

Katrine thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We wish you continued success providing insight into how we step out of autopilot to dream and embrace the boundless possibilities that life offers.

Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.

We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.

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Business Mentorship; “Maximizing Your Potential” Keepin' It Real with Dennis Dowdell

Season 7 Episode #278

“Dennis Dowdell is founder of Maximizing You, an author and international speaker, delivering over 7,000 speeches across 50 countries. Dennis teaches practical, principle-driven strategies that, creates transformative personal growth.”

Dennis is going to share his story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes into how he went from school bus driver with no business background, to building a global organization of over 250,000 people.


Our guest joins us from McKinney, Texas.


 A few of the highlights: 1. OP or OPE 2. Everyone has goals; success has a formula 3. Mentorship saves you time and money

Read Dennis' s story in our guest blog and connect here.

Dennis thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We wish you continued success with helping others unlock thier potential and become the best version of themselves.

Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.

We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.

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"Together, We Are Making A Difference; One Story At A Time"