You are the main character of your story — act like it. When you choose to love yourself fully and show up as you are, you don't just change your life; you inspire others to do the same.

In this empowering episode, Aubrei Hayes joins Alechia Reese to share her journey from self-doubt and people-pleasing to radical self-acceptance and joy. What started as a low point became a defining moment of clarity — the realization that she didn't need validation to feel worthy; she only needed to be herself.

Through humor, heart, and hard-earned wisdom, Aubrei opens up about how embracing her uniqueness, quirks, and passions helped her rediscover her power — and how you can do the same. From writing a love letter to yourself to romanticizing everyday life, this conversation is a vibrant reminder that your magic begins the moment you stop apologizing for who you are.

✨ Sponsored by: Just Thrive Now Leadership Community — helping leaders create lives that feel as good as they look: http://justthrivenow.com

👉 In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to stop shape-shifting for approval and start owning your authenticity.
• Why falling in love with yourself transforms how others experience you.
• A simple self-discovery exercise to help you find your "magic list."
• How to romanticize your life and lead with joy, no matter what's happening around you.
• Why being unapologetically you gives others permission to do the same.

🔔 CONNECT WITH US:

Host: @AlechiaReese: https://linkedin.com/in/alechiareese

Guest: Aubrei Hayes: https://www.instagram.com/aubhayes_

Embracing your differences can unlock genius, joy, and fulfillment.

As the first Black man to design the U.S. $100 bill and passport, Brian Thompson has quietly shaped history with his art — but his true masterpiece is how he sees the world. He emphasized how slowing down, embracing your lane, and trusting your rhythm leads to lasting success.

In this episode, Brian sits with Alechia Reese to share his journey from government designer to creative entrepreneur, exploring how silence, self-awareness, and curiosity led him to his purpose. Diagnosed with autism, Brian's story reframes what society calls a limitation into a lens of limitless imagination.

🌐 Sponsored by: Just Thrive Now Leadership Community (https://bit.ly/jtncommunity) — helping leaders create lives that feel as good as they look.

💡 Key Takeaway: True success isn't found in chasing money — it's in mastering your gifts, solving real problems, and embracing the uniqueness that sets you apart.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

🔑 How autism became Brian's superpower, shaping his creativity and worldview.

🔑 The untold story behind designing the $100 bill and U.S. passport.

🔑 Why silence and self-reflection are essential for discovering your inner magic.

🔑 How to find purpose by solving problems, not chasing money.

🔑 The beauty of creating your own world — and inviting others to join.

💫 The Intrinsic Magic Series

Hosted by Alechia Reese, the Intrinsic Magic Series on the Got Value Podcast spotlights the unique brilliance creators, executives, and impact-makers bring to the world — especially when life gets unpredictable.

Each virtual conversation is a masterclass in authenticity, resilience, and leadership. Guests share how they discovered their magic, what fuels it, and how they protect it when "life happens."

Intrinsic Magic celebrates the courage to keep showing up — to lead, create, and thrive through uncertainty — reminding us that while talent can be learned, magic is lived.

Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/FJysOHVYgHU

Authenticity isn't just a buzzword — it's the foundation of lasting success.
In this episode, Peter Moore, Account Executive at creative powerhouse Anomaly, shares how embracing his full self unlocked opportunities, confidence, and clarity in both life and business.

We dive deep into the fear of failure, how it limits our potential, and why Peter believes that "failure is merely greatness in its infancy." From learning to control what you consume to mastering what he calls "sharpshooting" — focusing your energy on what truly matters — Peter's insights remind us that showing up as yourself is your greatest power.

🌐 Sponsored by: Just Thrive Now Leadership Community (https://bit.ly/jtncommunity) — helping leaders create lives that feel as good as they look.

💡 Key Takeaway:

Your value isn't up for debate. The moment you stop dimming your light and start leading with your truth — you give others permission to do the same.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

🔑 Why authenticity is your most valuable professional asset.

🔑 How to transform failure into a launching pad for growth.

🔑 The secret to filtering the voices that distort your focus.

🔑 What it means to become a "sharpshooter" in your career and purpose.

🔑 How clarity, confidence, and courage create real momentum.

💫 The Intrinsic Magic Series

Hosted by Alechia Reese, the Intrinsic Magic Series on the Got Value Podcast spotlights the unique brilliance creators, executives, and impact-makers bring to the world — especially when life gets unpredictable.

Each virtual conversation is a masterclass in authenticity, resilience, and leadership. Guests share how they discovered their magic, what fuels it, and how they protect it when "life happens."

Intrinsic Magic celebrates the courage to keep showing up — to lead, create, and thrive through uncertainty — reminding us that while talent can be learned, magic is lived.

Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/L1FjClIt71M