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Embrace the Upgrade

55 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 30 ratings

Embrace the Upgrade helps women shift from passive to powerful in their careers and beyond by teaching them how to upgrade thei mental, physical and financial wellbeing.

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Increase Your Visibility and Stand Out at Work

November 03, 2022 04:00 - 15 minutes

You want to be more visible and powerful in the workplace, but don't know how. Standing out and increasing your visibility can be hard in a competitive work environment. Use these tips to help you increase your visibility and stand out at work!

Uncovering Hidden Cash with Christian Bishop

October 02, 2022 00:02 - 30 minutes

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is uncovering hidden cash. My special guest, Christian Bishop is going to shed light on what we should consider from a tax perspective when starting a side-hustle or business. He also shares insights on what employees should do to put themselves in the best place financially and some of the ways billons of dollars are left unclaimed every year. About Christian Bishop Christian brings 25 years of experience in financial and tax planning to his...

What Has You Stuck Right Now?

October 01, 2022 23:50 - 15 minutes

This week, I want to discuss what has you stuck in professional or personal dissatisfaction. I stayed stuck in a role that didn’t align with my values, talents or strengths and I went home drained, frustrated and stressed everyday. My children suffered because they didn’t have the mom they deserved. My finances suffered for it because I wasn’t earning at the level of my true potential and my future employer suffered because they didn’t have me in the role that I was best suited for where I ...

Girl, Stop Playing Small!

September 29, 2022 12:00 - 14 minutes

This episode will help you stop playing small by implementing three simple strategies to become a more empowered version of yourself!

Get Your Mind Right with Leticia Francis

September 22, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes

This week's topic is how to get your mind right so you can see success and fulfillment in your career or business. Our featured guest knows firsthand what it’s like to get out of a miserable job and into purpose-filled work! About Leticia Francis Leticia is a business mindset coach passionate about helping women get their mind right so they can see the success and fulfilment they desire in their lives. She is the founder of BlaqueRose Coaching where she offers a number of programs. Origina...

Finding Your Passion

September 20, 2022 01:00 - 19 minutes

There’s nothing worse than sitting at a dead-end job, or worse, a job that you hate. If you are doing something that you are not passionate about, it’s possible you won’t do your best. In this week's episode, I share 7 tips to help you find your passion which can lead to a new career, side-hustle or both!

Who Do You Need To Be To Succeed?

September 19, 2022 06:01 - 25 minutes

If you’re no longer willing to continue miss out on achieving success and are ready to embrace who you need to be to reach your goals and dreams, this episode is definitely for you!The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is about shifting your perspective on who you have to be to achieve your version of success. Steps to Uncover Who You Need to Be to Succeed: Define your values, Define what success looks like for you. Identify what you need to do or to attract achieve your de...

Create Your Unicorn Career with Alaina Levine

September 19, 2022 04:25 - 36 minutes

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is creating your unicorn career. Today we have Alaina Levine on the show! Alaina, who is an award-winning professional speaker, STEM career coach, TEDx speaker, science journalist, and corporate comedian, is here to talk about how to create a career unique to you. Alaina is dropping gems this entire episode. She’s sharing what a unicorn career is, skills required to create a unicorn career and how essential networking is in the career planning ...

ABCs of Freelancing

April 13, 2022 20:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

This week's episode is an interview with a friend, Latoya Gay. We discuss her journey into freelancing. You'll learn things to consider and avoid if freelancing is something you want to do in order to earn beyond the 9-5!

It Starts with Clarity

April 07, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is clarity. As you seek to create multiple income streams, it's important to know what you want before going after it. I share ways to increase your clarity so you don’t experience stress, disappointment and frustration as you embark on your journey of starting your own side hustle or business.

Building a Legacy of Ownership

March 31, 2022 12:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

In this week's episode, I interview Kara Reade Gomez. Kara is a second generation entrepreneur. During our discussion, she shares her amazing story of her family’s legacy of business ownership and how essential it is to have diverse income streams! Support the show (https://pod.fan/upgrade-to-get-paid/episodes)

Managing Your Expectations

March 24, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is managing your expectations as you seek to create multiple income streams. I share eight ways to manage your expectations so you don’t experience stress, disappointment and frustration as you embark on your journey of starting your own side hustle or business. Creating a plan to manage your expectations is the best way to set yourself up for success as you upgrade to get paid!

Uncovering Hidden Cash

March 17, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is uncovering hidden cash. My special guest, Christian Bishop is going to shed light on what we should consider from a tax perspective when starting a side-hustle or business. He also shares insights on what employees should do to put themselves in the best place financially and some of the ways billons of dollars are left unclaimed every year. About Christian Bishop Christian brings 25 years of experience in financial and tax planning to his...

Earning Beyond the 9-5

March 10, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is earning beyond your 9-5. If your job is your only source of income, then you are at financial risk! Studies show that most Americans are only one paycheck away from bankruptcy or financial ruin. Warren Buffets says, if you don’t find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die. I don’t want that for you so I’m going to help you upgrade to get paid! In this episode I'll cover why diverse income streams are essential, 4 ...

0 to Seven Figures in Digital Marketing with Julian Goldie

March 03, 2022 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

This week is a bonus episode where I highlight various successful entreprenuers and the skills that helped them get there. Today, I'm speaking with Julian Goldie of Goldie Agency and he'll share how he went from zero to seven figures in the digital marketing space. About Julian The founder of Goldie Agency (an SEO link building agency helping hundreds of websites to get more leads, customers & sales). He is a published best selling author of SEO Link Building Mastery  and has a YouTube cha...

Skills for Financial Careers with Katherine Chatmon

February 24, 2022 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MB

In this week's episode, I have a special guest! Katherine Chatmon shares the skills you need to succeed in finance, four career pathways if you want to work in the financial industry and how she switched from a legal career focus to a financial career focus. About Katherine Katherine Chatmon is a paraplanner and financial educator dedicated to assisting the working class. While Katherine spends her days working at a boutique wealth management firm, she spends her evenings teaching people ...

Habits of a Lifelong Learner

February 10, 2022 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is about habits of a lifelong learner. If you think your skills are going to last forever, think again! Your skills have an expiration date and it’s shorter than you think which is why it is crucial to develop as a lifelong learner.  In this episode, I’ll share the benefits of lifelong learning, habits of lifelong learners and how you can become a lifelong learner today! If you’re interested in discovering how you can upgrade your skills so y...

Show Me the Data with Jeff Wald

February 03, 2022 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is how necessary it is to have the right data when choosing skills to develop or your career path. Today I’ll be talking with Jeff Wald, Founder of Work Market, an enterprise software platform that enables companies to manage freelancers (acquired by ADP).  Jeff has founded several other technology companies, including Spinback, a social sharing platform (eventually purchased by salesforce.com). Jeff began his career in finance, serving as Man...

Discover Existing Valuable Skills

January 27, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is discovering your existing valuable skills. In our attempt to go for a bigger paycheck, we can often overlook skills and strengths we already have that make us valuable. So, I want to take you through some key questions you need to ask yourself to discover what you’re already working with that can get you paid. If you’re up for a treasure hunt for unique and valuable skills that you’ve already developed so you can position yourself in the be...

Essentials Skills for Success with Mark Herschberg

January 20, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is essential skills for success that no one has taught you. Today we have Mark Herschberg on the show! Mark, the author of the Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Has Taught You. is here to talk about the skills you need to succeed. Mark is dropping gems this entire episode. He’s sharing why colleges are not teaching the essential skills mentioned in his book, why learning beyond your role is important and how to develop s...

Upgrading your Goal Setting Skills

January 13, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is upgrading your goal setting skills. At the beginning of a new year, we typically set resolutions of losing weight, finding love or landing our dream job. We’re excited by the opportunity of a fresh start. But how many people actually set actionable goals that will empower them to accomplish these resolutions?  Not many. This episode is going to help you to become one of the few by upgrading your goal setting skills! So, If you’re trying to ...

What's Coming for Season 3

January 05, 2022 01:00 - 5 minutes - 3.86 MB

Welcome to season 3 friends! It’s so good to be back with you. Happy new year! I hope you have enjoyed your holiday and have had a chance to rest and relax. I know I have. The focus of this season is all about skills. If you’ve ever considered learning new skills so you can make more money, then this is the season you want to tune into.  Here’s what I’ll be covering in season 3 10 essential soft skills to succeed in any career Key Skills for Careers in Healthcare Upgrading your Goal Sett...

Overcoming Fear with Hypnotherapy

November 18, 2021 13:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is overcoming fear with hypnotherapy. My guest is  J. Robert Parker. What we cover: Why we allow fear to stop us from reaching our goals The importance of self-talk and goal setting The scientific explanation of the law of attraction How hypnotherapy can be an effective tool to overcome fear About J. Robert J. Robert Parker is a Union certified Master Hypnotist and owner of Twin Ravens Hypnotherapy and Research LLC. Mr. Parker's mission sta...

8 Mental Laws to Live By

November 11, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

In this week's episode, I'll be discussing the 8 Mental Laws we should live by from the book Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice. These principles have already impacted my life in many ways and have proved to be a resounding reminder of how powerful our mind is. By the end of this episode, I hope you'll be inspired to upgrade your way of thinking and use these mental laws to your advantage. The 8 Mental Laws to Live By: What you think about grows Law of Cause and Effect Use it or Lose ...

Mindset & Man's Best Friend with Michael Overlie

November 04, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

This week's topic is about how our mindset and mental well being can be improved with the help of our animal friends. This interview with Michael Overlie will warm your heart and inspire you! About Michael Overlie Michael Overlie is a lifelong dog fanatic. He has had a gift of connecting with animals since he was a small child. Dogs have been with him most of his life, giving him gifts and teaching him lessons. His greatest breakthrough was after the death of his brother. While grieving thi...

Get Positioned for Success with Dr. Rachel Wilson

October 28, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

This week's episode is a interview with Dr. Rachel Wilson. We discussed how to position your mindset to achieve success and Dr. Wilson shares some very helpful advice! This is a MUST listen! About Dr. Wilson Rachel Wilson is the founder of Girl Talk International Inc. (GTI), a non-profit organization established with an emphasis on educating young women on discovering their purpose and direction in life. GTI also provides educational guidance to help women choose the right career path a...

Who Do You Have to Be To Succeed?

October 21, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is about shifting your perspective on who you have to be to achieve your version of success.   If you’re no longer willing to continue miss out on achieving success and are ready to embrace who you need to be to reach your goals and dreams, this episode is definitely for you! Steps to Uncover Who You Need to Be to Succeed: Define your values, Define what success looks like for you. Identify what you need to do or to attract achieve your de...

Upgrade Your Self-Worth

October 07, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is upgrading your self-worth. I’ll share the power of upgrading your self worth and its benefits, and how to rebuild if it has been on the decline. Self-worth exposes lies and reminds you of just how wonderful you are. But more than that, self-worth is what motivates, inspires, and takes you to the next level.  Keep listening to discover all the ways self-worth powers you up and prepares you for success. If you’re tired of selling yourself sh...

Living Your Human Design with Robert Kittridge

September 30, 2021 12:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

This week's discussion is a great conversation with my friend Robert Kittridge of Focus Point Solutions. We talk about human design and how having a greater understanding of yourself can set you up for success! About Robert Robert Kittridge has inherent gifts of intuitive intelligence, sensitivity, and inspired communication, which has led him to be recognized as an influential mentor, coach, trainer, and speaker. His 30 years of fire service prepared him for his outstanding coaching career...

Season 2 Trailer

September 09, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes - 7.68 MB

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Season 2 Trailer: What's Coming up Next?

September 09, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes - 7.68 MB

The topic of discussion for this week’s episode is what you can expect for season 2 of the Upgrade to Get Paid Podcast which will be released on September 30. During season 2, we're talking about upgrading your mindset and what it takes to position yourself to achieve the success you desire. Topics will include: Developing positive thinking How to manage and combat stress Upgrading Your Sense of Self-Worth Reaching Goals with Ease Showing Yourself Compassion There are also some amazin...

Shifting Into a Career That Pays with Daysia Klossner

September 03, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

This week’s episode is an interview with Daysia Klossner. We’ll discuss her transition into  a career in construction management. You’ll get great tips if you're looking to leave your 9-5 in order to launch out on your own.  About Daysia Daysia is a construction management professional who is passionate about helping others find their own path to success. Being one of very few women and minorities within the STEM field really shifted her paradigm  and outlook on life.  STEM, especially co...

Ep.11: Shifting Into a Career That Pays with Daysia Klossner

September 03, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

This week’s episode is an interview with Daysia Klossner. We’ll discuss her transition into  a career in construction management. You’ll get great tips if you're looking to leave your 9-5 in order to launch out on your own.  About Daysia Daysia is a construction management professional who is passionate about helping others find their own path to success. Being one of very few women and minorities within the STEM field really shifted her paradigm  and outlook on life.  STEM, especially co...

Shifting From Construction to Copywriting with Greg Blake

September 02, 2021 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

This week’s episode is an interview with Greg Blake. We’ll discuss his transition from his career in construction to copywriting. You’ll get great tips if you're looking to leave your 9-5 in order to launch out on your own.  About Greg Greg Blake is a copywriter that specializes in personality-based copywriting.  His work most notably shines in email copy, strategy, and deliverability.  As well as unique strategies that help clients revive old lists and get the maximum lifetime value out o...

Ep.10: Shifting From Construction to Copywriting with Greg Blake

September 02, 2021 04:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

This week’s episode is an interview with Greg Blake. We’ll discuss his transition from his career in construction to copywriting. You’ll get great tips if you're looking to leave your 9-5 in order to launch out on your own.  About Greg Greg Blake is a copywriter that specializes in personality-based copywriting.  His work most notably shines in email copy, strategy, and deliverability.  As well as unique strategies that help clients revive old lists and get the maximum lifetime value out o...

Ep.9: Achieving Financial Alignment with Karen Yates

August 26, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

This episode, I interviewed Karen Yates, who spent 20 years as a pharmaceutical research chemist, moving steadily up the ladder, living the "American Grind" lifestyle before realizing that she wanted more out of life - that she wanted to spend more time with her husband and children. You'll get to hear your journey and how she transitioned out of her 9-5 into her own business as a a Financial Alignment Coach. To connect with Karen: Email: [email protected]  Website: InspireMyMone...

Achieving Financial Alignment with Karen Yates

August 26, 2021 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MB

This episode, I interviewed Karen Yates, who spent 20 years as a pharmaceutical research chemist, moving steadily up the ladder, living the "American Grind" lifestyle before realizing that she wanted more out of life - that she wanted to spend more time with her husband and children. You'll get to hear your journey and how she transitioned out of her 9-5 into her own business as a a Financial Alignment Coach. To connect with Karen: Email: [email protected]  Website: InspireMyMone...

Ep. 8: Making a Professional Pivot with Jeremy Nicolaides

August 19, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

In this week's episode, we'll chat with Jeremy Nicolaides of the Golden Octopilliar.  You'll get the opportunity to hear his story of going from being a Global Creative Director for a large post-production company in Hollywood, working on giant studio films, to making a huge shift in order live a life of freedom while making the money he desires along the way. To connect with Jeremy, visit: https://linktr.ee/GoldenOctopillar https://www.facebook.com/groups/createandlivefree https://www....

Making a Professional Pivot with Jeremy Nicolaides

August 19, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

In this week's episode, we'll chat with Jeremy Nicolaides of the Golden Octopilliar.  You'll get the opportunity to hear his story of going from being a Global Creative Director for a large post-production company in Hollywood, working on giant studio films, to making a huge shift in order live a life of freedom while making the money he desires along the way. To connect with Jeremy, visit: https://linktr.ee/GoldenOctopillar https://www.facebook.com/groups/createandlivefree https://www....

The Cost of Inconsistency

August 12, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

The topic of this week's episode is the cost of inconsistency and how it will keep you from making money. If you’re trying to show up in a more powerful and consistent way at work or in your business so you can earn what you deserve, this episode is for you.

Ep. 7: The Cost of Inconsistency

August 12, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

The topic of this week's episode is the cost of inconsistency and how it will keep you from making money. If you’re trying to show up in a more powerful and consistent way at work or in your business so you can earn what you deserve, this episode is for you. Here’s a recap of what I talk about.  Top 5 traits of consistent people. Why we tend to struggle with consistency. How inconsistency keeps you from making more money. How you can overcome inconsistency today. Upgrade to Get Paid To...

Ep. 8: Upgrade to Get Paid Interview with Jeremy Nicolaides

August 07, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

In this week's episode, we'll chat with Jeremy Nicolaides of the Golden Octopilliar.  You'll get the opportunity to hear his story of going from being a Global Creative Director for a large post-production company in Hollywood, working on giant studio films, to making a huge shift in order live a life of freedom while making the money he desires along the way. To connect with Jeremy, visit: https://linktr.ee/GoldenOctopillar https://www.facebook.com/groups/createandlivefree https://www....

Being Invisible Will Keep You From Getting Paid with Janet Kafadar

August 05, 2021 12:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

In this episode, I'm chatting with Janet Kafadar. Janet is a truth teller, podcaster, Visibility Coach & Online Business Strategist for WoC life coaches. She's a mom of 3 and black British Expat living in Australia. Her job is simple, it's to help her clients get visible with their coaching business, step out the shadows, take up space and get paid for their magic so they can create profitable coaching businesses and eventually kiss their 9-5 jobs goodbye! Listen in as we talk about how ...

Ep. 6: Being Invisible Will Keep You From Getting Paid with Janet Kafadar

August 05, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

In this episode, I'm chatting with Janet Kafadar. Janet is a truth teller, podcaster, Visibility Coach & Online Business Strategist for WoC life coaches. She's a mom of 3 and black British Expat living in Australia. Her job is simple, it's to help her clients get visible with their coaching business, step out the shadows, take up space and get paid for their magic so they can create profitable coaching businesses and eventually kiss their 9-5 jobs goodbye! Listen in as we talk about how ...

My Upgrade to Get Paid Story

July 29, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

Today I'll be sharing my Upgrade to Get Paid story. I'll be  dropping gems this entire episode so you definitely want to tune in! I'll be sharing how I transitioned from an under-skilled, low-income earning single mom to a well paid professional that makes much more than I did before.  If you’re trying upgrade your income, this episode is for you. Here's what I talk about: My back story The wake-up call that turned everything around Key strategies I used to transition in a better career...

Ep. 5: My Upgrade to Get Paid Story

July 29, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MB

Today I'll be sharing my Upgrade to Get Paid story. I'll be  dropping gems this entire episode so you definitely want to tune in! I'll be sharing how I transitioned from an under-skilled, low-income earning single mom to a well paid professional that makes much more than I did before.  If you’re trying upgrade your income, this episode is for you. Here's what I talk about: My back story The wake-up call that turned everything around Key strategies I used to transition in a better career...

Ep. 4 Upgrade to Get Paid Interview with Nasir Joachim

July 22, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

If you've ever struggled with developing your personal brand, this is THE episode for you! I interviewed Nasir Joachim, founder of Royalty Ads, where he specializes in helping clients with personal branding. During our conversations, we talked about how the lack of personal branding can hold you back from making more money! To connect with Nasir: Personal Branding Course Royalty Ads Agency Personal Branding Guide For more information on how to upgrade to get paid, visit shannondsmith.co...

Ep. 4 The Value of a Personal Brand with Nasir Joachim

July 22, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

If you've ever struggled with developing your personal brand, this is THE episode for you! I interviewed Nasir Joachim, founder of Royalty Ads, where he specializes in helping clients with personal branding. During our conversations, we talked about how the lack of personal branding can hold you back from making more money! To connect with Nasir: Personal Branding Course Royalty Ads Agency Personal Branding Guide Support the show (https://pod.fan/upgrade-to-get-paid/episodes)

The Value of a Personal Brand with Nasir Joachim

July 22, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB

If you've ever struggled with developing your personal brand, this is THE episode for you! I interviewed Nasir Joachim, founder of Royalty Ads, where he specializes in helping clients with personal branding. During our conversations, we talked about how the lack of personal branding can hold you back from making more money! To connect with Nasir: Personal Branding Course Royalty Ads Agency Personal Branding Guide

Outdated Skills Is Putting Your Finances At Risk!

July 15, 2021 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

Having outdated skills is putting your finances at risk!! Don’t be so resistant to change that you shortchange yourself by getting left behind! Failing to pivot and adapt will definitely hold you back from making the money you desire. In this week’s episode, we’re going to look at the state of workforce skills, why you must update your skills and how you can get started right away! Here’s what we’ll cover in this episode: 2021 State of workforce trends 6 reasons you should upgrade your s...

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