Moms with Dreams Show
132 episodes - Afar - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 79 ratingsMoms With Dreams Podcast is a weekly show dedicated to empowering moms, one dream at a time. Each week amazing women (and a few men here and there) share their entrepreneurial journey, including their 'aha moments', challenges and dreams. Through their stories, listeners learn success strategies and actionable steps. Listeners become inspired to take action to overcome challenges, bring their dreams to life and create a life they love.
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MWD 087: Start Something and Finish w/Tina Dietz
March 28, 2017 21:02 - 36 minutes - 16.5 MBThis week on the podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Tina Dietz, owner of Start Something Business Solutions. Tina and I met last September when she was speaking at Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference here in New Jersey. I knew from the moment that Tina shared her story that I wanted to invite her to be a guest on my podcast. I just knew that her story would inspire and excite YOU to start something brilliant. Tina Dietz is an internationally acclaimed business coach, audiobook publish...
MWD 086: You Can Live a Rich Life w/Alisha Richard
March 21, 2017 21:31 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MBMWD 086: You Can Live a Rich Life w/Alisha Richard This week I had a heartwarming conversation with motivational speaker and photographer, Alisha Richard. From a single parent struggling to make ends meet to a loving wife and successful entrepreneur, Alisha is on a mission to help young women and teens discover their potential in a world of possibilities. During our talk, Alisha shared her journey as a teen mom, how she felt when she had to drop out of college and how she never thought s...
MWD 085: Use Video to Make an Impact w/Darren Carrington
March 15, 2017 00:30 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBIn this episode, I traveled all the way to Dubai to speak with Darren Carrington, the Video Impact Coach. With more than 25 years of television and radio broadcast experience, Darren helps individuals use podcasting and video to gain more clarity and confidence. His coaching programs help clients produce high-quality content that speaks directly to their ideal audience. Darren talks about why video has become so popular, shares tips to help you get comfortable and confident with video, the...
MWD 084: Healing after Divorce with Che La'Mora
March 08, 2017 00:20 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MBIn this episode, I had an insightful conversation with Che La’Mora, an artist, creative spirit, writer, therapist and divorced mom. She talks about the inspiration behind her new book, Blood on the Pages: The Sideways Heart. Che shares her journey and process of emotional healing after going through a divorce. Our conversation sheds light on some of the emotions that women go through with divorce but often keep to themselves. Che’s testimony is candid, honest and encouraging. Che’s Parti...
MWD 083: Turn Your Services into Products w/Sarah Aderson
March 01, 2017 03:05 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBThis week I had the pleasure and honor of speaking with Sarah Aderson, CEO of Expand Your Heart. Sarah is the authority that spiritual and visionary entrepreneurs depend on to help them transform their services into digital and physical products. Sarah is an international speaker, bestselling author, marketing strategist and empire builder. When she’s not creating products or helping change makers build generational wealth, you can find Sarah in Atlanta, GA enjoying trail mix with her awesom...
MWD 082: Stop Surviving & Start Thriving w/Carly Evans
February 21, 2017 23:44 - 33 minutes - 15.5 MBIn this episode, I talk with Carly Evans, the founder of Coach Carly and Phoenix Transformation. Carly lives in Perth, Australia with her fiancée, step son, bulldogs and carpet python and spends her days helping others to transform their lives through life coaching, energy healing and teaching Reiki. Carly and I discuss the challenge of putting your life back together after major events or trauma such as divorce, depression, having children and other events that can alter your life. She o...
MWD 081: Unlock Your Deeper Power w/Marije Wahle
February 15, 2017 02:13 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MBMarije Pathuis-Wahle is a Women’s Excellence Coach at the Women’s Academy, an NLP practitioner, food coach and a personal trainer. After years of neglecting herself, feeling miserable and exhausted in an unfulfilling job, Marije decided she needed a major change in her life. And that’s what she did. She took back her power and changed her body, her wisdom, her space, her wealth and relationships. Now she helps other women unlock their excellence, reach their full potential and do their part ...
MWD 080: Own Your Vision & Dream Big w/Joe Pardo
February 01, 2017 00:19 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MBHelping others achieve their dreams has always been Joe Pardo’s goal in life. In early 2014, he left his family’s $100 million business to pursue his goal and became a 4th generation entrepreneur. Joe started the Dreamers Podcast soon after his exit from the family business to inspire others to dream big. He continues to give back and make an impact through this work with start-ups, afterschool programs and his educational conferences. In this episode, Joe pulls back curtain and shares som...
MWD 079: Break into the Entertainment Industry w/Madim Touch
January 24, 2017 23:04 - 31 minutes - 14.4 MBDo you dream of hosting a television talk show or writing for the industry? If so, then you’re in for a treat because my topic this week is about breaking into the entertainment industry. I explore some of the steps you can take and common challenges that women face with my guest, Madim Touch. Madim is a woman with multiple talents and experience in the entertainment industry. She’s a producer, director, media personality and co-host of We Talk Weekly, an entertainment talk show that keeps...
MWD 078: Love Your Life to the Fullest w/Stevii Aisha Mills
January 18, 2017 02:01 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBWhen was the last time you declared, “I LOVE MY LIFE”? If you’re like most women, it isn’t something that you say or think about on a regular basis. We often get caught up in our daily routines, which can quickly leave us feeling like we’re just going through the motions. Not anymore! It’s a new year, and it’s time to change the way that you look at your life. This week on the podcast, I sat down with the lovely and talented Stevii Aisha Mills, Founder of the I Love My Life Movement. Ste...
MWD 077: Create Content so You Can Stand Out w/Rosie Morley
January 11, 2017 03:52 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MBFrom emails to web copy, newsletters, and everything in between, you’ll need to get comfortable writing and creating content as an entrepreneur. I know that everyone doesn’t enjoy writing as much as I do, so I invited my friend, Rosie Morley, CEO of Hedera House, to talk with me about writing and content creation for newer entrepreneurs. Rosie Morley has been writing and editing for most of her life. She's heavily involved in the blogging and online content community and is passionate a...
MWD 076: Public Relations & Why it Matters w/Porsha Hargrove
January 04, 2017 01:29 - 30 minutes - 14 MB“Remember that, when you leave the room, whatever people whisper about you is who you are or what your product is. Make that product live for greatness.” ~Porsha Hargrove Being a successful business owner requires that you make your brand visible for people to know what you offer and how you can help them. If people don’t know who you are and what you do, how can they hire you to help them? That’s what this week’s episode is about – public relations and how you can use it to make yoursel...
MWD 075: Go After What You Really Want in 2017
December 28, 2016 02:27 - 22 minutes - 10.1 MBI’m not a fan of making New Year’s resolutions, but I am a fan of learning from my experiences and looking at undesired outcomes as lessons rather than mistakes. 2016 was an interesting year, both personally and professionally. I finally decided to tackle three important goals that have been on my list for a few years. In this final episode of 2016, I share important lessons that propelled me forward to living out my dreams. My hope is that you are inspired by my journey and apply these le...
MWD 074: Claim the Stage with Angela Lussier
December 21, 2016 02:15 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MBThis week on the Moms With Dreams podcast, we’re talking about the hot topic of public speaking. Women often tell me how they want to speak and get paid, but they’re afraid to put themselves out there. I remember how scary it was the first time that I spoke in front of an audience. So I thought it would be neat to have Angela Lussier, an award-winning speaker, three-time author, two-time TEDx presenter, and trainer join me on the podcast. Angela is the founder of the Speaking School for ...
MWD 073: A Journey to Healthy Hair w/Shakesia Morgan
December 14, 2016 01:21 - 30 minutes - 13.8 MBShakesia Morgan is the founder of Just Simply Hair Care Products. When she noticed that her daughter inherited the same scalp ailments that she’d suffered with since the age of 12, Shakesia decided to do something about it. Determined to end the cycle, she became a hair enthusiast. Inside her kitchen, she created an all-natural hair care product line that helped her hair and her daughter’s hair grow back healthier than ever. Shakesia’s living her dream by helping others experience healthy ha...
MWD 072: It's Never Too Late to Be Great w/Annett Bone
December 07, 2016 02:19 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBAnnett Bone is the founder and host of the DancePreneuring Studio podcast, where she guides her listeners on a journey of transformation inspired by dance, life and business. Annett’s podcast is a reflection of her personal adventure of overcoming her fears and returning to her passion for dance after a 20-year hiatus. In her podcast, Annett lovingly shares the lessons that she’s learned along the way, proving that it’s never too late to be great. In this episode, you’ll hear… …how Annet...
MWD 071: Healing through Art Therapy w/Dr Stephanie Iglesias
November 29, 2016 22:15 - 27 minutes - 12.5 MBThis week I introduce you to Dr. Stephanie Iglesias, the founder of Tasteful Art, an interactive business using art therapy to enhance lives. Stephanie is a single mom (of two sons), has worked for over twelve years for the state of New Jersey as a child welfare worker, and is passionate about using creative art for transformation and healing. During our interview, I asked Dr. Iglesias what inspired her to go back to school to earn her PhD and how she made it through her program. Instead o...
MWD 070: 5 Tips to Keep Your Momentum & Reduce Stress during the Holidays
November 24, 2016 15:33 - 21 minutes - 9.76 MBThis week we’re celebrating Thanksgiving here in the United States, which kicks off the holiday season. This is one of my favorite times of the year – spending time with family and friends, eating lots of delicious food, and exchanging gifts. But it’s also when new side business owners fall into a “holiday slump” and struggle to stay on track with their businesses. I’ve struggled with this before, and it’s not fun at all. That’s why I created this episode in which I share five easy tips to...
MWD 069: Taking risks and feeling free after 40 w/Dr. Nyali Taylor
November 15, 2016 23:07 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MBI’m SUPER-EXCITED to share this week’s episode with you! I finally got a chance to sit down with the one and only - Dr. Nyali Taylor!! Now, just in case you don’t know who she is, Nyali is my best friend since 7th grade, and she also happens to be a rockin’ mom, wife, and vascular surgeon! You may have heard me talk about Nyali before – about the pact that we made back in the day. She would grow up to become a doctor and I would become a lawyer. (I’m pretty sure that I was heavily influe...
MWD 068: We All Have A Story w/Contessa Louise Cooper
November 09, 2016 00:44 - 33 minutes - 15.4 MBThis week I introduce you to Contessa Louise Cooper. She is an author, speaker, mother, and creator of the #WeAllHaveAStory Movement, where she encourages people to share their stories to change their lives and the lives of others. Her movement originally began from advocating for her son who has autism but has grown to include anyone who wants to transform their pain and challenges into a platform to uplift others. We covered a lot in this interview - from parenting with an autistic child...
MWD 067: Launch Your Podcast w/Joel Boggess
November 01, 2016 23:33 - 32 minutes - 15 MBI’m honored to introduce you to my guest, Joel Boggess, who’s an expert podcaster, speaker, bestselling author, and mentor. Joel is the go-to guy for clarity, confidence, and direction as he teaches people how to find productivity, meaning and success by using the power of their voice. Joel’s podcast, ReLaunch, has passed the 1.5 million listeners mark and was named Most Inspirational for 2014 and 2015. In this episode, Joel talks about: The biggest reason why most aspiring podcasters n...
MWD 66: In Pursuit of My PhD with Erica Gordon
October 26, 2016 01:24 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBIn this episode, I decided to switch it up for a change. Instead of interviewing a guest, I’m being interviewed on my own show for the first time ever! That’s right! I brought my amazing colleague and sister-friend, Porsha Hargrove, on my podcast to ask me about my decision to go back to school for my doctorate degree. You may not know this, but I LOVE to learn and I’m passionate about educating, inspiring, and encouraging women to pursue their biggest goals and wildest dreams. I’ve always...
MWD 65: Turn your Passion into a Profession w/Kym Kennedy
October 19, 2016 00:36 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBKym Kennedy is a personal development coach and mentor with 30 years of experience as an entrepreneur. As a child who grew up as a “latch key kid” with both parents working outside of the home, Kym knew that she wanted to raise her children differently. Soon after becoming a mom, Kym created a successful home business based on her passion for cooking. Her business gave her the best of both worlds – an opportunity to contribute to her family’s income while being present for her children...
MWD 064: Life Lessons & Healing w/Dr. Samone Brown
October 11, 2016 23:07 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MB“Life is full of lessons, even if pain is the teacher.” ~Dr. Samone Brown Dr. Samone Smith-Brown is a certified life coach with a doctorate in psychology. She is the CEO of Your Symmetrical Self Life Coaching Services and host of Beacon of Light podcast. Her expertise in coaching and psychology enables her to help clients remove personal roadblocks so they can life full, joyful lives. In this episode, Dr. Samone talks about abusive relationships, trauma and how she stopped herself ri...
MWD 063: Achieve Total Freedom with Ann Strout
October 04, 2016 22:45 - 28 minutes - 13.3 MB“Once you figure out what works and how to run a successful business, you can easily do it over and over again.” –Ann M. Strout I had a chance to catch up with Ann Strout, who’s known as the Freedom Girl. Ann went from being an unemployed single mom, living in subsidized housing, and on food stamps to the owner of a thriving, six-figure coaching business. Ann gave us a glimpse of her childhood as an orphan growing up. Her confidence was low as a result of abuse and neglect. Ann f...
MWD 062: The Power of Yoga w/Teresa Robinson
September 27, 2016 23:43 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBMy guest this week is my beautiful sister, Teresa Robinson, who is the founder of Teresa Robinson Yoga. This is where she challenges and inspires her students to realize their unlimited potential. In addition to taking care of her family and keeping up with her corporate job, Teresa teaches several yoga classes and offers private lessons. For Teresa, yoga is so much more than a way to stay fit. While learning the basics of yoga, she learned how to connect with her breath, which helped...
MWD 061: Find Your True Essence w/Tracy Lee Jones
September 21, 2016 01:27 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBThis week I had the pleasure of speaking with a woman who I admire and love, and who has coached and mentored me throughout my journey -Tracy Lee Jones. Tracy is a women’s business mentor and Founder of the Feminine Business Model. She has coached, trained and supported women in over 27 countries around the world in growing their businesses. Tracy believes that business was meant to be fun, filled with passion, and a magical journey where you get to share your gifts, experience deep fulfil...
MWD 060: What I Learned at Mid-Atlantic Podcasting Conference
September 14, 2016 01:52 - 16 minutes - 7.68 MBIn this episode, I share my big takeaways from Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference (MAPCON), organized and hosted by Joe Pardo of Dreamers Podcast. This was my first time attending a conference for podcasters. I had such an awesome time that I decided to share what I learned with you. These 7 lessons are especially helpful for new and aspiring podcasters. But even if you have no plans for launching a podcast of your own, I’m sure that you will find value in what I share. Here’s a quick recap...
MWD 059: Create a Happy, Vibrant Life w/Dr. Jen Riday
September 07, 2016 00:21 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBIn this episode, I talk with Dr. Jen Riday, the Women’s Happiness Expert and mom of six, about achieving happiness in your busy life. Jen transitioned from not having time for herself to making self-care a priority. You’ll get her three tips to help you make self-care a priority and achieve happiness in your life. Jen also shared how she felt when she accepted her calling as a life coach and what steps you can take to discover your calling. One of the struggles that moms face when buildi...
MWD 058: Supporting Moms through Pregnancy w/Vanessa Merten
June 15, 2016 00:31 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBWhile Vanessa Merten was expecting her first child, she had a hard time finding information that she wanted. During her pregnancy, Vanessa spent many hours goggling and researching online. She decided that she wanted to make it easier for new parents to get the information they need all in one place. That’s when Vanessa created the Pregnancy Podcast, which “helps moms and dads navigate all of the crazy awesomeness that is pregnancy, birth, and being a new parent”. The Pregnancy Podcast is ...
MWD 057: How to Push Past Your Fear with Erica Gordon
June 08, 2016 00:36 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBA few months ago, I was given the vision and assignment to create an event for women who were looking for direction and guidance to help them live out their dreams and fulfill their purpose. On June 4th I hosted my Design Your Dream Life Workshop along with my two amazing speakers, Marcella Moore and Donna Izzard. This episode is inspired by my workshop and the women who were there with me during this special event. At the workshop, we focused on having faith vs. fear, knowing your ident...
MWD 056: Cultivate an Engaging Brand with Felicia Wright
June 01, 2016 02:05 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBWith over 15 years of experience in the creative marketing industry, Felicia Wright enjoys mentoring mompreneurs and military spouses. She is the founder of Mygani, LLC, a marketing firm that helps entrepreneurs develop engaging brands. Her team shows businesses how to create a professional presence by aligning their personal brand with their company brand. In this episode, Felicia shares her experience as an entrepreneur and how she repositioned her brand after realizing that it wasn’t th...