Take Action Podcast With Nicole Simmons

EP 41: Who is that Person in the Mirror?

What happens when you make a decision to do something about the person you see in the mirror? In this season premiere episode Nicole is sharing what has happened over that last couple of months going through life transformation.  Nicole was at a crossroads in her life and now she is talking about the choice she made to make herself a priority everyday.  She challenges you to look at your life and daily schedule to determine if you are putting yourself last. Connect with Nicole  www.n...

Highlight Ep 7: One Decision That Changed My Life with Carolyn Tandy

Have you ever received advice at just the right time and it completely changed your life?  In this episode, Nicole talks with Carolyn Tandy, Director of Diversity and Inclusion for Texas Roadhouse. Carolyn shares a poignant story of how the timely advice she received shifted the trajectory in her entire mindset and career.  We discuss what it means to take advice that pushes you out of your comfort zone,  being willing to fail, and what women can do to create leadership pipelines for oth...

Hightlight Ep 8: The Cost of Betting on Yourself with Chris Robinson

In this podcast, Nicole is joined by Chris Robinson, someone who Nicole has looked up to for a long time. His journey really impacted her life, so they're here to share his inspirational story with you all!  Chris is currently the executive vice president of the John Maxwell Team which is the largest leadership training company in the planet. In this episode we learn about his journey and how he got into business and speaking. He shares what the turning point in his career was- a choice ...

Highlight Ep 6: What Happens When You Don't Settle with Euseph Messiah

In this episode, Nicole talks with actor and producer  Euseph Messiah to share his story and talk about not being content with settling in life.  Although he started his post-college life at a low-economic time in 2007, he decided to invest in himself and go after what he always wanted to do- acting. He shares what mindset has made his successful with his career. One huge message he has is proper preparation prevents poor performance. Nothing is going to ever be given to you. At least the ...

Special Message: The UnSung Mother with Nicole and Elizabeth

In this episode, Nicole and her guest Elizabeth Wiegner share their stories and special message for women who experience Mother's Day differently.   They discuss a vulnerable tender topic of miscarriage and infertility and the challenging and conflicting emotions many women experience around Mother's Day. They offer comfort, support and encouragement to help women understand they're not alone, valued and seen. They discuss self care practices, boundaries, identifying triggers, healing and ...

Highlight Ep 5: Public Success But a Private Mess with Tasha M. Scott

In this episode, Nicole chats with Tasha Scott and talks about being a public success but a private mess. The start of her entrepreneurship journey seemed easy,  making 6 figures in the first year! On the outside, she looked really good but all during that time she was hiding insecurity and money problems. It’s one thing to make the money but it’s another thing to manage money.  After her mismanaged finances and bad financial habits, she invested in a mentor and other tools to manage her m...

Highlight EP 4: Escaping Emotional Entanglements with Emily Vasquez

How valuable is your mental health? In this episode, Nicole is joined by Emily Vasquez to share her story and some advice she has for the people struggling with the same challenges such as mental health and relationships.  Listen to the full episode to take your happiness, confidence, and self-development to the next level. Many important topics are discussed such as: struggling with mental health, self-reflections, dysfunctional relationships, the gift of being alone, looking to others ...

Highlight EP 3: Why Not You with Nicole Simmons

There is a time and season for everything. Nicole reminds us that If you have a calling to do something big and it feels as if the desire won't leave you alone, you need to act on that as quickly as possible, especially when it involves helping others.  Nicole believes we are prepared for what are currently facing. There is a fighter lying in the depths of everyone of our hearts and spirit. You'll be amazed on the creativity you possess once the fighter within you comes out. Nicole remin...

Highlight EP 2: 5 Keys to Clarifying Your Vision with Bianca Stingl

Feeling unclear on your vision? In this episode, Nicole Simmons and her guest, Bianca Stingl, teach the 5 keys on clarifying your vision. This podcast will teach you how to clarify your vision in life and overcome what’s stopping you from moving forward.   This episode encourages the listeners to spend more time looking at what you’re going after, rather than what’s standing in the way of what you’re going after. There's other impacting topics like knowing your why, the right perspecti...

Highlight EP 1: Overcoming Self Hatred and Self Sabotage with Dr. Joseph McClendon III

What does it mean to self sabotage? In this episode, Nicole is joined by Dr. Joseph McClendon III in thee most transformative conversation about overcoming self hatred and self sabotage.  Joseph shares how a vicious attack that nearly left him for dead created a negative cycle of self loathing and utter homelessness.  He explains how our psychology, how we feel about ourselves is responsible for this inner battle that thousands of people experience.  You will learn the 60/20/20 rule an...

EP 40: Dreaming Again After Tragedy and Heartbreak with Elizabeth Bostic

How do you move forward to success after a painful divorce, death of a child and 2 parents all within a short period of time?  In this episode, Nicole sits with her college mentor and friend  Elizabeth Bostic an Adjunct Professor and Assistant Director, Division of the Children and Youth with Special Needs at MA Department of Public Health. As she shares her powerful of story of how she was able to dream again after life altering changes of caring for a son with special needs, death and di...

EP 39: I'm The New Leader Am I Ready with Maria Murphy

What happens when the leadership baton is passed to you but you don't feel ready?  In this episode, Nicole chats with Maria Murphy, CEO and Senior Pastor of Father's House Family Church and Certified Speaker Trainer and Coach. Maria talks about her transition into a higher level of leadership.   We discuss the emotional battle she experienced with self doubt that question her readiness. She shares how women can use the strategy of reflection to overcome fears face and recognize steps of ...

EP 38: Conversations with Your Future Self with Joanna Bloor

What does your future self look like?  In this episode, Nicole sits with the self proclaimed FairyGod Mother, Joanna Bloor as she shares how being let go from her executive corporate position led her down a path to discover how to talk about her potential with others. She provides a provocative analogy of the Cinderella story and teaches the importance for women to talk about the potential inside them versus presenting their past failures and successes.  You will understand why craftin...

EP 37: Leading a Value-Centered Life with Whitney Barkley

What do you do when you're killing it in your business but you don't feel good internally? In this episode, Nicole sits down with Whitley Barkley, Content Marketing Strategist at Speakerazzi. Whitley shares her journey of how she exchanged a driven life for a valued-centered life. You will learn ways to identify what your true values are and how to  integrate them in your personal and professional life.  You will also understand the principle of suffering and why it's critical to lead yo...

EP 36: 3 Tips to Being Unapologetically Excellent with Kyle Kahn

Women and Men have something in common; we all want to be excellent at what we do, right?  In this episode, Nicole sits with Kyle Kahn, Founder and Owner of Kyle Kahn Studios to discuss his work in a predominately all female environment.  He shares his experience and perspective on developing excellence.  We explore key insight about how different leadership societal messages towards men and women bring challenges and what we can do to partner together to overcome them. You will learn ...

EP 35: One Piece of Advice That Changed My Life with Carolyn Tandy

Have you ever received advice at just the right time and it completely changed your life?  In this episode, Nicole talks with Carolyn Tandy, Director of Diversity and Inclusion for Texas Roadhouse. Carolyn shares a poignant story of how the timely advice she received shifted the trajectory in her entire mindset and career.  We discuss what it means to take advice that pushes you out of your comfort zone,  being willing to fail, and what women can do to create leadership pipelines for oth...

EP 34: Finding Your Voice Through Self Advocacy with Allison Liddle

Are you speaking up for yourself?  In this episode, Nicole is joined by Allison Liddle, CEO/Founder of Allison Liddle Consulting,  President of Prosper Wealth Management and Launch podcast host as she shares her experience in finding her voice by speaking up for herself in challenging situations.  We explore the nuances women face in communication conflicts, societal messages and define what self advocacy looks like in real terms. Allison shares what women can do to establish clear bound...

EP 33: How to Take Your Seat and Lead with Darlene Drew

Your seat is waiting for you. Are you going to take? In this episode, Nicole sits with Darlene Drew, CEO of Leadership Conditioning, Personal & Professional Development, LLC as she shares her experience as the first and only female to serve as Warden at the United States Penitentiary in Atlanta, GA.  Now leadership speaker, trainer and executive coach.  They discuss how women don't need to wait to be validated to lead in areas they feel purposed to serve and leverage their skills.  You...

EP 32: Overcoming Self Hatred and Self Sabotage with Dr. Joseph McClendon III

What is stopping you from living a magnificent life? In this episode, Nicole is joined by Dr. Joseph McClendon III in thee most transformative conversation about overcoming self hatred and self sabotage.  Joseph shares how a vicious attack that nearly left him for dead created a negative cycle of self loathing and utter homelessness.  He explains how our psychology, how we feel about ourselves is responsible for this inner battle that thousands of people experience.  You will learn the 6...

EP 31: How Far Will Persistence Take You with Senator Carla Joseph

In the premiere episode for season 4, Nicole speaks with newly elected Senator Carla Joseph, US Virgin Islands about her journey in public service, women's leadership and how persistence can create opportunities for you when you don't take no for an answer.  Carla shares how 3 response women can use when facing challenges.  Her message reiterates the importance of never, never, giving up. 

EP 30: How Self Care Birthed A Business with Cherise Crisp

Do you treat yourself as a queen? In this episode, Nicole talks with millennial entrepreneur Cherise Crisp owner of Pure Royalty Collection as she shares how she tapped into the power of self care that gave birth to a business to help others feel like royalty.  You will learn how to tap into your personal power when you feel overwhelmed, depressed and unattractive.  We also discuss work home balance, organization and personal drive.  Follow @pureroyaltycollection_  

EP 29: How to Cultivate Relationships To Build Your Business with Alka Gupta

How do you build your business from scratch? In this episode, Nicole is joined by Alka Gupta, founder and CEO of Bridging Gap USA who moved from India to America, became a full time mom and then found herself stepping out of her comfort zone to grow herself, built a team and grew her education tutoring business by cultivating those relationships. You learn what it takes to be bold and keep going when rejection slaps you in the face. We also discuss how honesty and integrity with others i...

EP 29: How to Cultivate Relationships To Build Your Business

How do you build your business from scratch? In this episode, Nicole is joined by Alka Gupta, founder and CEO of Bridging Gap USA who moved from India to America, became a full time mom and then found herself stepping out of her comfort zone to grow herself, built a team and grew her education tutoring business by cultivating those relationships. You learn what it takes to be bold and keep going when rejection slaps you in the face. We also discuss how honesty and integrity with others i...

EP 28: 3 Ways to Improve Being on Video with Parchelle Tashi

Do you just hate being in front of the camera? Have you been reluctant to "put yourself out there" because it's just not you? Is using video in your business a struggle? You are not alone. In this episode, Nicole is joined by Parchelle Tashi, Entrepreneur and Video Producer as they discuss her journey to be comfortable being the one in front.  You will learn 3 keys to help you overcome your challenges, speak from a place of authenticity and connect with those who need to hear YOUR voice.  ...

EP 28: 3 Ways to Improve Being on Video

Do you just hate being in front of the camera? Have you been reluctant to "put yourself out there" because it's just not you? Is using video in your business a struggle? You are not alone. In this episode, Nicole is joined by Parchelle Tashi, Entrepreneur and Video Producer as they discuss her journey to be comfortable being the one in front.  You will learn 3 keys to help you overcome your challenges, speak from a place of authenticity and connect with those who need to hear YOUR voice.  ...

EP 27: Working In Your Strength Zone with Deb Ingino

How can you align your strengths with your earning potential? Do want to be more productive and engaged in your day? In this episode, Nicole talks with CEO of Strength Leader Development Deb Ingino as they discuss taking what you are gifted to help you lead a happier, fulfilling life.   You will learn the first step to take in identifying your strength zone. Understand how to lean into your gifts to never feel like your working again.  Gain insight on why formal education is not the end al...

EP 26: How to Build Unity with Power and Resources with Dorothy Stoneman

How do you use your purpose, privilege and position to build unity and impact lives in positive ways?  In this episode, Nicole chats with Dorothy Stoneman, as she shares why she started a national and international movement that has transformed over 200,000 young adults. You will learn how asking the right questions, listening, caring and respect can bridge racial and cultural divides. You will understand how one idea to make a difference and translate into 50 million hours of service in c...

EP 25: Why You Haven't Used Your Imagination Correctly with Paul Martinelli

Are you using your imagination to its fullest extent? In this episode, Nicole is joined by her mentor and mindset master Paul Martinelli as he walks through how we are not using our imagination correctly.  He reveals how your imagination helps you lead, grow, manifest what you want. Paul discuss how women have a unique emotional intelligence and capacity for greatness in entrepreneurship and leadership. You'll learn to tap into your creative source of imagination and live life by design.  ...

EP 24: Master Business Blindspots and Life Shifts with Judiffier Pearson

Are some mistakes in business and life unavoidable? In this episode, Nicole is joined by creative, entrepreneur and college professor Judiffier Pearson as she provides insight into how you can use peace as a guide to master blindspots in business and life shifts.  They discuss what it means to be out of your comfort zone versus calling zone. And how bad business and leadership decisions can alter your life and result in unrepairable relationships.  You will learn how your intuition and p...

EP 23: Turn Your Skills Into Your Side Hustle with Elizabeth Wiegner

Do you want your skills to help you make money? In this episode, Nicole chats with Elizabeth Wiegner about how she turned a simple skill of proofreading into a money making machine.  She shares how following some practical steps you can use to begin using your skills to start your side hustle. They also discuss time management, work life balance and "no kids" shaming that she has received because she chooses to work from home and doesn't have children.   You will learn how to gain suppor...

EP 23: Turn Your Skills Into Your Side Hustle

Do you want your skills to help you make money? In this episode, Nicole chats with Elizabeth Wiegner about how she turned a simple skill of proofreading into a money making machine.  She shares how following some practical steps you can use to begin using your skills to start your side hustle. They also discuss time management, work life balance and "no kids" shaming that she has received because she chooses to work from home and doesn't have children.   You will learn how to gain suppor...

EP 22: How to Unbox Yourself and Succeed with Alyson Rae Lawson

Do you feel like you weren't meant to live in a box? In this episode, Nicole is joined by Alyson Rae Lawson as she shares how being yourself and minding your own business led her to leave corporate America to follow a path of entrepreneurship that aligned more with who she is.  You will understand why it's important to ignore "haters" and use it as fuel to propel you forward in your journey. You will learn gives 3 practical tips to elevate your mindset and help you unbox yourself.

EP 22: How to Unbox Yourself and Succeed

Do you feel like you weren't meant to live in a box? In this episode, Nicole is joined by Alyson Rae Lawson as she shares how being yourself and minding your own business led her to leave corporate America to follow a path of entrepreneurship that aligned more with who she is.  You will understand why it's important to ignore "haters" and use it as fuel to propel you forward in your journey. You will learn gives 3 practical tips to elevate your mindset and help you unbox yourself.

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EP 21: How to Go from Shame to Success with Marie Cosgrove

Have you ever dealt with feeling shame? In this episode, Nicole is joined by Marie Cosgrove to talk about how to go from shame to success. Marie an uber successful entrepreneur, author and international speaker shares how she struggled with shame from being a born out of rape, buying the company that fired her and finding her authentic self. Marie gives 5 practical steps to help you overcome the past, tap into your true value and build your confidence to be authentically you. This episod...

EP 20: Why I Did Not Give Up My Career To Have Kids with Kelly and David Blacker

In this episode, Nicole is joined by couple Kelly and David Blacker to talk about career and exchanging roles as parents. As a society, we're used to seeing stay at home mothers, however, David gives insight on what it's like to be a stay at home dad. Kelly also shares her perspective on being the working parent, if she feels guilty, how grateful she is for David to be home with the kids, and maintaining connection with the children and family.  What does support mean to you? David and Kel...

EP 19: 3 Ways to Breakthrough Traditional Paradigms with Jarod Anderson

In this episode, Nicole is joined by Jarod Anderson to talk about the three ways to break traditional paradigms. Jarod is the author of the book Five Star Mentality. Five stars isn’t always about the money, you can’t have a five-star life with a one-star mentality. You have to start on your mindset first. Throughout the episode he gives his best mindset tips for a five star mentality. Listeners will also learn 3 ways to break through traditional paradigms, how to be self-aware, the power of ...

EP 18: Real Change Talk with Lee Ellenberg

In this episode, Nicole is being joined by Lee Ellenberg to share his knowledge on how to talk to people that you want to help change. How to not shame people when approaching them to help, becoming more empathetic, and having the confidence to make a change are some of the actionable tips he gives. Many powerful lessons are taught in this episode. He explains that we're not responsible for the outcome, we're only responsible for the process.  https://www.instagram.com/nicolesimmonsleaders...

EP 17: How To Recover From Career Failures with Michelle Glover

In this episode, Nicole is joined by Michelle Glover to share her journey and advice on how we can recover from career failures. Michelle is the CEO of Journey Unlimited. Before starting Journey Unlimited, she used to have a corporate job in the human resource field, but she decided to take a leap of faith and do what she really loves. She shares that learning, adjusting and evolving are the key things in building your own journey to serve your true purpose. Embracing what it is that you r...

EP 16: Personal Transformation in Marriage with Brian Simmons 

In this episode, Nicole is joined by her husband Brian to talk about the journey they had in their marriage. Together they come together to share their journey, advice, and tips for the listeners.  Some important takeaways are to find out what motivates the other person, how to help your partner grow and stay motivated, how to understand marriage, how to express emotions the right way for you, how they overcame their biggest challenges, and why personal growth is so important in marriage. ...

EP 15: Highs and Lows of Building Sisterhood in Business with Kay & Shi

In this episode, Nicole is joined by sisters Kay and Shi to share their journey on being sisters and business partners. Kay and Shi share all about being in business with family, why implementing boundaries is necessary for any relationship, and aligning your values! Doing business with family can have it’s challenges, but it’s taught them many life lessons which they share in today’s episode!  Whatever it is you are doing, don’t quit. It will compound eventually. It’s going to hurt a lo...

Highs and Lows of Building Sisterhood in Business with Kay & Shi

In this episode, Nicole is joined by sisters Kay and Shi to share their journey on being sisters and business partners. Kay and Shi share all about being in business with family, why implementing boundaries is necessary for any relationship, and aligning your values! Doing business with family can have it’s challenges, but it’s taught them many life lessons which they share in today’s episode!  Whatever it is you are doing, don’t quit. It will compound eventually. It’s going to hurt a lo...

EP 14: Are You Discounting What You Can Do with Nikki Pounds

In this episode, Nicole is joined by Nikki Pounds to talk about how most women are discounting themselves and what you can do to learn how to love yourself. Nikki Pounds is an HR consultant and a trainer. She helps employers how to handle their employees for a better workplace experience and loyalty. Self-care, confidence, and betting on yourself are some important topics discussed in this episode. If you struggle with being a people pleaser, listen to the full episode to find tips on how ...

Are You Discounting What You Can Do with Nikki Pounds

In this episode, Nicole is joined by Nikki Pounds to talk about how most women are discounting themselves and what you can do to learn how to love yourself. Nikki Pounds is an HR consultant and a trainer. She helps employers how to handle their employees for a better workplace experience and loyalty. Self-care, confidence, and betting on yourself are some important topics discussed in this episode. If you struggle with being a people pleaser, listen to the full episode to find tips on how ...

EP 13: Rebuilding from the Inside Out with Damaris Rivera

In this jaw dropping episode about truly rebuilding your life after unexpected brokenness, Nicole interviews bikini competitor and NGA Pro, Damaris Rivera.  Damaris opens up about being a worship leader, finally walking in her purpose and feeling as if she was on top of the world. When out of no where, after 21 years of a happy and functional marriage her husband stepped out with a younger woman. She explains deep feelings of heartbreak, depression, being unable to eat, and most times not ...

EP12: Escaping Emotional Entanglements with Emily Vasquez

Struggling with mental health? Are you stuck in an emotional entanglement? Are you codependent? In this episode, Nicole is joined by Emily Vasquez to share her story and some advice she has for the people struggling with the same challenges such as mental health and relationships.  Listen to the full episode to take your happiness, confidence, and self-development to the next level. Many important topics are discussed such as: struggling with mental health, self-reflections, dysfunctional ...

EP 11: The Secret To Branding Yourself with Veronica Franklin

How to build a personal brand? How to brand yourself? In this episode, Nicole is joined by Veronica Franklin to share her knowledge about the secrets of branding.  One huge takeaway from this episode is to create a space, create habits to take care of yourself to understand who you are as a person, and as you understand who you are as a person you understand what you’re supposed to do and why you are here. Getting clarity on who you are, who you want to be, and who you want to help are k...

EP 10: When Is It Time To Do Something Different With Jessica Hurley

This podcast talks about a question a lot of people wonder, “When is it time to do something different?”  Jessica has learned a lot from Nicole, one of the first things she learned from her, that you can learn in today’s episode is, “From an early age, leach onto the people where you want to be” Jessica speaks about trials and struggles she went through that God gave her to have her purpose of helping other people, especially to those women who are experiencing insecurities from themselves...

EP 9: A Public Success But A Private Mess with Tasha Scott

In this episode, Nicole chats with Tasha Scott and  talks about being a public success but a private mess. The start of her entrepreneurship journey seemed easy,  making 6 figures in the first year! On the outside, she looked really good but all during that time she was hiding insecurity and money problems. It’s one thing to make the money but it’s another thing to manage money.  After her mismanaged finances and bad financial habits, she invested in a mentor and other tools to manage her ...

EP 8: Are We Really One?

In this episode of Take Action, Nicole shares her heart regarding the racism that has been exposed yet again. She asks, "Are we really one?" She speaks on how it broke her heart to see the disregard for people being black. Their lives are snuffed out, being murdered in broad daylight and nobody doing anything and in the hands of people that we’re supposed to trust. There is one race- the human race. We all want equity and fairness. God made us this way, it’s that simple. She shares three...