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Be Your Own Answer

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Join national speaker and award-winning educator Nerissa Street as she helps you use your unique voice to powerfully impact your industry. We'll tell you exactly what to do, and you'll hear the stories of some powerhouse guests who have already done it. Nerissa believes that when good people speak their truth to the right audiences, the world will be transformed.

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Redefining Good Part 5: Every Superhero Has a Weakness, The Savior Complex

March 25, 2022 13:06 - 7 minutes - 14.5 MB

In this series, Nerissa Street reflects on her 2 decades of experience working with social organizations, small businesses, artists and other change agents who are working to benefit their community. The world has changed and Nerissa offers some new approaches to executives who want to stay relevant while serving. In this episode, Nerissa posits that Every Superhero Has a Weakness: Confronting The Savior Complex.

Redefining Good Part 4: You Are An Impostor. Leading When You Don’t Fit In

March 10, 2022 15:03 - 9 minutes - 17.5 MB

In this series, Nerissa Street reflects on her 2 decades of experience working with social organizations, small businesses, artists and other change agents who are working to benefit their community. The world has changed and Nerissa offers some new approaches to executives who want to stay relevant while serving. In this episode, Nerissa challenges conventional wisdom by letting you know that: You Are An Impostor: How to Lead When You Don’t Fit In.

Redefining Good Part 3: It’s Not Lonely at the Top, So Why Are You Isolated?

February 22, 2022 17:22 - 8 minutes - 15.1 MB

In this series, Nerissa Street reflects on her 2 decades of experience working with social organizations, small businesses, artists and other change agents who are working to benefit their community. The world has changed and Nerissa offers some new approaches to executives who want to stay relevant while serving. In this episode, Nerissa reminds you: It’s Not Lonely at the Top, So Why Are You Isolated?   #redefinegood #community #diy #smallbusiness #mindset #pivot #change #leadershi...

Redefining Good Pt. 2: Are You Being Nice or Are You Doing Good?

February 08, 2022 17:00 - 7 minutes - 13 MB

In this series, Nerissa Street reflects on her two decades of experience working with social organizations, small businesses, artists and other change agents who are working to benefit their community. The world has changed and Nerissa offers some new approaches to executives who want to stay relevant while serving. In this episode, Nerissa asks you to consider: are you being nice or are you doing good?

Redefining Good Pt 01: A Bold Series Supporting Change Agents

January 25, 2022 05:00 - 2 minutes - 4.95 MB

In the upcoming series "Redefining Good", Nerissa Street confronts the new landscape of nonprofit leadership in a tumultuous world. Taking on isolation, lack of funding, managing reputation in cancel culture, needing to wear multiple hats to serve your community, and the threat of burnout, she challenges her colleagues to redefine what "good" means to them so that a better world is possible now. She also shares uncommon solutions to nonprofits who want to move beyond bandaids into true social...

Redefining Good: A Bold Series Supporting Change Agents

January 25, 2022 05:00 - 2 minutes - 4.95 MB

In the upcoming series "Redefining Good", Nerissa Street confronts the new landscape of nonprofit leadership in a tumultuous world. Taking on isolation, lack of funding, managing reputation in cancel culture, needing to wear multiple hats to serve your community, and the threat of burnout, she challenges her colleagues to redefine what "good" means to them so that a better world is possible now. She also shares uncommon solutions to nonprofits who want to move beyond bandaids into true social...

Whitney Lubin

December 28, 2021 05:00 - 35 minutes - 65.9 MB

Tech is More than a Solution: Wise Words from Whitney Lubin

Michelle Hollinger Part 2 - The Subtle Art of Self Sabotage

December 14, 2021 05:00 - 47 minutes - 88.5 MB

Michelle Hollinger Part 2

December 14, 2021 05:00 - 47 minutes - 88.5 MB

Marion Abrams - Finding Work Wherever You Are

November 30, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 85.5 MB

Paul C. Brunson - Self Care For Leaders

November 16, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 62.1 MB

Toy Lei

November 02, 2021 04:00 - 56 minutes - 105 MB

Ashley Robinson

October 19, 2021 04:00 - 48 minutes - 88.7 MB

Bridget Jones

October 05, 2021 20:27 - 47 minutes - 87.6 MB

Summer School - Episode 10 - Life Needs Your Permission Recap

August 31, 2021 16:19 - 3 minutes - 7.37 MB

Nerissa Street dives into 8 elements of life in service to the divine, and shares tools you can use for practical spirituality. Subscribe so that you don’t miss an episode! Want to support this work? Pick up some tangible self-care at http://myjoyisvaluable.com Want to hear more of Nerissa’s transformational work? Follow her on Instagram at https://Instagram.com/nerissastreet for her latest events. Like this podcast? Rate it 5 stars on whatever platform you stream it from, and share it...

Summer School - Episode 09 - Joy Needs Your Permission

August 24, 2021 15:00 - 4 minutes - 7.76 MB

Nerissa Street dives into 8 elements of life in service to the divine, and shares tools you can use for practical spirituality. Subscribe so that you don’t miss an episode! Want to support this work? Pick up some tangible self-care at http://myjoyisvaluable.com Want to hear more of Nerissa’s transformational work? Follow her on Instagram at https://Instagram.com/nerissastreet for her latest events. Like this podcast? Rate it 5 stars on whatever platform you stream it from, and share it w...

Summer School - Episode 08 - Anger Needs Your Permission

August 17, 2021 17:06 - 5 minutes - 9.87 MB

Nerissa Street dives into 8 elements of life in service to the divine, and shares tools you can use for practical spirituality. Subscribe so that you don’t miss an episode! Want to support this work? Pick up some tangible self-care at http://myjoyisvaluable.com Want to hear more of Nerissa’s transformational work? Follow her on Instagram at https://Instagram.com/nerissastreet for her latest events. Like this podcast? Rate it 5 stars on whatever platform you stream it from, and share it w...

Summer School - Episode 07 - Power Needs Your Permission

August 10, 2021 14:01 - 4 minutes - 8.33 MB

Nerissa Street dives into 8 elements of life in service to the divine, and shares tools you can use for practical spirituality. Subscribe so that you don’t miss an episode! Want to support this work? Pick up some tangible self-care at http://myjoyisvaluable.com Want to hear more of Nerissa’s transformational work? Follow her on Instagram at https://Instagram.com/nerissastreet for her latest events. Like this podcast? Rate it 5 stars on whatever platform you stream it from, and share it w...

Summer School - Episode 07 - Power Needs Your Permission

August 10, 2021 14:01 - 4 minutes - 8.33 MB

Nerissa Street dives into 8 elements of life in service to the divine, and shares tools you can use for practical spirituality. Subscribe so that you don’t miss an episode! Want to support this work? Pick up some tangible self-care at http://myjoyisvaluable.com Want to hear more of Nerissa’s transformational work? Follow her on Instagram at https://Instagram.com/nerissastreet for her latest events. Like this podcast? Rate it 5 stars on whatever platform you stream it from, and share it...

Summer School - Episode 06 - Growth Needs Your Permissi,on

August 03, 2021 04:00 - 4 minutes - 9.04 MB

Nerissa Street dives into 8 elements of life in service to the divine, and shares tools you can use for practical spirituality. Subscribe so that you don’t miss an episode! Want to support this work? Pick up some tangible self-care at http://myjoyisvaluable.com Want to hear more of Nerissa’s transformational work? Follow her on Instagram at https://Instagram.com/nerissastreet for her latest events. Like this podcast? Rate it 5 stars on whatever platform you stream it from, and share it...

Summer School - Episode 05 - Healing Needs Your Permission

July 27, 2021 17:16 - 5 minutes - 10.5 MB

Nerissa Street dives into 8 elements of life in service to the divine, and shares tools you can use for practical spirituality. Subscribe so that you don’t miss an episode! Want to support this work? Pick up some tangible self-care at http://myjoyisvaluable.com Want to hear more of Nerissa’s transformational work? Follow her on Instagram at https://Instagram.com/nerissastreet for her latest events. Like this podcast? Rate it 5 stars on whatever platform you stream it from, and share it with ...

Summer School - Episode 04 - Fear Needs Your Permission

July 20, 2021 04:00 - 5 minutes - 10.7 MB

Nerissa Street dives into 8 elements of life in service to the divine, and shares tools you can use for practical spirituality. Subscribe so that you don’t miss an episode! Want to support this work? Pick up some tangible self-care at http://myjoyisvaluable.com Want to hear more of Nerissa’s transformational work? Follow her on Instagram at https://Instagram.com/nerissastreet for her latest events. Like this podcast? Rate it 5 stars on whatever platform you stream it from, and share it...

Summer School - Episode 03 - Abundance Needs Your Permission

July 13, 2021 04:00 - 5 minutes - 13.3 MB

Nerissa Street dives into 8 elements of life in service to the divine, and shares tools you can use for practical spirituality. Subscribe so that you don’t miss an episode! Want to support this work? Pick up some tangible self-care at http://myjoyisvaluable.com Want to hear more of Nerissa’s transformational work? Follow her on Instagram at https://Instagram.com/nerissastreet for her latest events. Like this podcast? Rate it 5 stars on whatever platform you stream it from, and share it ...

Summer School - Episode 02 - Love Needs Your Permission

July 07, 2021 14:30 - 8 minutes - 19.3 MB

Nerissa Street dives into 8 elements of life in service to the divine, and shares tools you can use for practical spirituality. Subscribe so that you don’t miss an episode! Want to support this work? Pick up some tangible self-care at http://myjoyisvaluable.com Want to hear more of Nerissa’s transformational work? Follow her on Instagram at https://Instagram.com/nerissastreet for her latest events. Like this podcast? Rate it 5 stars on whatever platform you stream it from, and share it w...

Summer School - Episode 01 - Life Needs Your Permission

July 07, 2021 13:54 - 2 minutes - 4.95 MB

During this season break for the podcast, Nerissa Street delves into a powerful “Summer School” lesson series to help you design your life for a deeper experience of joy, peace and authentic prosperity. These quick videos provide one uncommon insight and one practical tool to take you to the next level of your personal growth. "Life Needs Your Permission" gives you some surprising tips -- and does it in an easy-to-approach conversational method. Subscribe so that you don’t miss an episode! ...

Sheena Yap Chan

June 29, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 83.6 MB

Julia Lucidi

June 15, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 108 MB

Ellen Marie McPhillip

June 03, 2021 14:35 - 39 minutes - 45.1 MB

Danni Washington - Black Mermaid on a Mission

May 18, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutes - 42.5 MB

Nationally recognized TV Personality and STEM advocate Danni Washington talks being the first Black woman to host a science show on broadcast media and why now is the time for the nerds to reclaim science.  

Donata Joseph - From Kitchen Table to Seven Figures

May 04, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

Donata Joseph, CEO of the widely acclaimed viral sensation Donata Skinfood, details her faith-filled journey from losing her job to hiring a team. She speaks about what she did when she was told her prices were too high (she didn't lower them) and what's next for her empire in this open-hearted conversation with Nerissa Street.

Michelle Touro - The Business Of Writing And Relationships

April 20, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.1 MB

Michelle Touro, professional writer, speaks about the harmony of writing alone while living in love.

Hannah Cole - Artist-Centric Tax Agent, Talks Stimulus and Gig Economy And Balancing Her Creative Work

April 06, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 73.8 MB

Hannah Cole had two messages growing up. "Do what makes you happy!" and "Art won't make any money". Learn how that's helped her use her neuro-divergent mind to translate design needs into practical commercial benefit. We'll also talk stimulus, deductions and what you can look forward to if you have children. 

Robyn Hankerson - Responsible Career Leaps

March 30, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 53.3 MB

Robyn Hankerson is an uncommon PR executive who has had all three of her dream jobs in 1tenyears. Find out how she handles her worst days, and one key tactic to managing a public crisis in this interview.

Women's Women's Weekend In Film

March 16, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutes - 37 MB

Women's Weekend In Film founders, Katrina Medoff and Tracy Sayre, on why gender parity is good business in film.

Kelly Diels - Business That Is Culture Making

March 02, 2021 05:00 - 37 minutes - 42.5 MB

Kelly Diels, Mother, Social Justice Advocate and Coach for Women Who Want to Make Money Unapologetically talks about the decision to align her justice with her money.

Kelly Diels - Business that Is Culture Making

March 02, 2021 05:00 - 37 minutes - 42.5 MB

Sharon Handy - Informal Education

February 23, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

Vyky Saiz - What The Audience Wants

February 16, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

Jelisa Jay Robinson

February 09, 2021 05:05 - 1 hour - 70.4 MB

Part 3 Of The Creative Leaders Series

Jelisa Robinson

February 09, 2021 05:05 - 1 hour - 70.4 MB

Part 3 Of The Creative Leaders Series

Jodi Krangle

February 09, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MB

Part 2 Of The Creative Leaders Series

Yudelka Tavera -The New Normal in International Fine Art

February 02, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

Part 1 Of The Creative Leaders Series

Introduction To The Month Of Self-Love

February 02, 2021 05:00 - 3 minutes - 3.08 MB

Part Of The Creative Leaders Series

Yudelka Tavera, The New Normal in International Fine Art

February 02, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 114 MB

Part 1 Of The Creative Leaders Series

Dr. Jennie Trocchio

January 19, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 72.3 MB

Dr. Jennie Trocchio - Superhero Translator

January 19, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 72.3 MB

Dr. Jennie Trocchio just wanted her young autistic student to calm down. When she approached him to help, he revealed an awareness and an insight she never would have discovered on her own. This experience launched her mission to unleash the potential of these young superheroes and advocate for their families in the current controversial education space.

Lee Ann Faria

January 05, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 92.6 MB

Azhelle Wade - The Toy Coach

December 22, 2020 05:00 - 42 minutes - 97.8 MB

Colleen Rosenblum

December 08, 2020 05:00 - 34 minutes - 80 MB