Dear Life Warriors

I Turned My Pain Into My Power & Purpose

Dear Life Warriors, I turn my pain into my power and purpose~ Shantay Carter, Founder of Women of Integrity Inc. #womenhistorymonth Learn more about Shantay Carter-- https://linktr.ee/shantaycarter Purchase Char's mind cleansing journal: https://www.30daystoanewyoujournal.com  ABOUT DEAR LIFE WARRIORS (DLW):  Dear Life Warrior’s mission is to empower people of color with unyielding tenacity to hang on until destiny is fulfilled.  Our vision is that everyone that watches Dear Life Warrior...

Ep. 24 Starting My Non-Profit Saved My Life

Dear Life Warriors, When it comes to Shantay Carter, helping others is more than just a job- it’s her passion and her purpose. From her daily work as a dedicated nurse to her ambitions as the founder of a thriving nonprofit organization. The New York area native has an extensive history of letting her caring nature guide her path. Shantay attended Binghamton University where she received a Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing. In 2000, she began working at Binghamton General Hospital as ...

The Pursuit of "Basic" Happiness

In honor of Women History Month, I will be flooding my page with amazing quotes from the amazing women I had on my show. "Don't be afraid of find joy in the pursuit of real basic happiness"~ Tamara Zachery, President of WHTWRKS. Watch Full episode: https://youtu.be/tNxlOIVY4_I ABOUT DEAR LIFE WARRIORS (DLW):  Dear Life Warrior’s mission is to empower people of color with unyielding tenacity to hang on until destiny is fulfilled.  Our vision is that everyone that watches Dear Life Warrio...

Ep 23. I Healed My Body by Focusing on my Emotional, Mental, and Physical Health.

Dear Life Warriors, Meet Dr. Christy Jenkins, Naturopathic Doctor.  We talked about everything from Healing the body naturally to mental health, and the importance of an emotional scan. I never even heard of an emotional scan. Dr. Christy Jenkins is a Board-Certified Naturopathic doctor born in Indiana and a proud resident of Missouri. She has been Board Certified by the American Naturopathic Medical Board and has met all the qualifications to practice natural health care according to the C...

Ep. 28 The Keys to Developing A Successful Brand

Dear Life Warriors, Have you always wanted to understand what does it take to develop a successful Brand? Carl Gray, Founder of the Young Gifted & Black Entrepreneurial Awards, has great tips for you. So all my entrepreneurs listen and learn as these are game changing ideas to building your brand. Connect with Carl: https://www.ygbawards.com/ Purchase my mind cleansing journal: https://www.30daystoanewyoujournal.com  ABOUT DEAR LIFE WARRIORS (DLW):  Dear Life Warrior’s mission is to empow...

Ep. 23 The Keys to Developing A Successful Brand

Dear Life Warriors, Have you always wanted to understand what does it take to develop a successful Brand? Carl Gray, Founder of the Young Gifted & Black Entrepreneurial Awards, has great tips for you. So all my entrepreneurs listen and learn as these are game changing ideas to building your brand. Connect with Carl: https://www.ygbawards.com/ Purchase my mind cleansing journal: https://www.30daystoanewyoujournal.com  ABOUT DEAR LIFE WARRIORS (DLW):  Dear Life Warrior’s mission is to empow...

Ep. 22 I Found Me in the Pursuit of "Basic" Happiness

Dear Life Warriors, Meet Tamara Zachery, President of WHTWRKS. WHTWRKS is a full-service marketing strategy, communications, and creative services agency. Tamara shares her story from making a final decision to what seems to be the perfect marriage to finding her true love again. I am honored she chose me to tell her story. I do not take these opportunities lightly. For anyone struggling in their marriage or struggling after divorce, this a story you don't want to miss. About Tamara Tamar...

Ep. 21 I am a Brain Cancer Survivor

Dear Life Warriors, Meet Camille Hastick, CCA Metro’s director of community relations for Brooklyn, Manhattan South of 96th Street, and Staten Island, where she is responsible for managing and furthering ties with the public to promote ongoing efforts of union carpenters and contractors in these boroughs. Prior to joining CCA Metro, Camille worked in Finance, Economic Development, and more recently as a business consultant to small business owners and non-profits. She holds a degree from NY...

Ep. 20 Living With No Ceiling: The 7 Figure Mindset

Your toxic work culture will send your employees to therapy!

Dear Life Warriors, "We have had so many employees come in for therapy because of the toxic workplace culture ~ Christi Venable, NCC, LPC. It is important for leaders, managers, and co-workers to understand you are affecting the person you have to deal with on a daily basis.  Meet Christi Venable, NCC, LPC, Organizational Leadership & Culture Change Expert. She is an award winning business owner, Licensed Therapist & Mental Health Advocate. Christi helps leaders cultivate a healthy workplac...

Not My Circus, Not My Monkey

[New Corporate Circus motto---Not my circus, NOT my monkey] Dear Life Warriors, Meet the amazing Madeline McQueen! I swear to you I have never laughed so hard during an interview. There were so many good moments that I was having a hard time trying to figure out what moment to release to you first. I thought about sharing her experience of being a pregnant sales representative in a time where it was known as the "old boys club". Our conversation took a real serious turn, but this moment rig...

A Familicide Survivor Who Found Peace & Purpose After Loss

Dear Life Warriors, get your tissue boxes ready for this story. Meet Nikki Payne, Motivational Speaker, Entrepreneur, & Mental Health Advocate. After a tragic incident that involved her husband killing her two children and himself, Nikki Payne has since embarked on a mission to change lives through a message of ‘creating wellness from the inside out.’ Nikki's diverse efforts have include publishing various E-books, speaking at special events, offering career training through her "Art of Body...

Ep. 17 A Familicide Survivor Who Found Peace & Purpose After Loss

Dear Life Warriors, get your tissue boxes ready for this story. Meet Nikki Payne, Motivational Speaker, Entrepreneur, & Mental Health Advocate. After a tragic incident that involved her husband killing her two children and himself, Nikki Payne has since embarked on a mission to change lives through a message of ‘creating wellness from the inside out.’ Nikki's diverse efforts have include publishing various E-books, speaking at special events, offering career training through her "Art of Body...

Ep. 15 TEDx Speaker, Published Author, Attorney & I AM BIPOLAR

Dear Life Warriors, I want to dispel the myths on mental illness! Meet my friend,  Natasha Bowman, President of Performance-Renew, Attorney, Tedx Speaker, Published Author, Professor and she has Bipolar Disorder.  Natasha shared in a recent post on Linked In, "This is the face of someone with Bipolar Disorder. When most people think of someone with mental illness, they often think of someone who shows visible symptoms. Because of the stigma we don't get the support we need"  Overcoming men...

TEDx Speaker, Published Author, Attorney & I AM BIPOLAR

Dear Life Warriors, I want to dispel the myths on mental illness! Meet my friend,  Natasha Bowman, President of Performance-Renew, Attorney, Tedx Speaker, Published Author, Professor and she has Bipolar Disorder.  Natasha shared in a recent post on Linked In, "This is the face of someone with Bipolar Disorder. When most people think of someone with mental illness, they often think of someone who shows visible symptoms. Because of the stigma we don't get the support we need"  Overcoming men...

She Changed the Face of Women's Health with her Integrative GYN Wellness Center

Dear Life Warriors, Meet my Integrative GYN Doctor, Dr. Anita Nischal! Dr. Anita walks on a path of helping individuals lead healthy, happy lives. She is Co-Founder & Chief Integrative Officer for WHP Wellness, an integrative holistic wellness center. She firmly believes if you take care of your body using natural products, you'll lead an independent and a longer happier life. Dr. Anita started her career as a GYN physician and has now expanded her expertise to hormonal imbalance, sleep dis...

Ep. 16 She Changed the Face of Women's Health with her Integrative GYN Wellness Center

Dear Life Warriors, Meet my Integrative GYN Doctor, Dr. Anita Nischal! Dr. Anita walks on a path of helping individuals lead healthy, happy lives. She is Co-Founder & Chief Integrative Officer for WHP Wellness, an integrative holistic wellness center. She firmly believes if you take care of your body using natural products, you'll lead an independent and a longer happier life. Dr. Anita started her career as a GYN physician and has now expanded her expertise to hormonal imbalance, sleep dis...

An interview filled with motivation, information and inspiration with Johana Desir

Dear Life Warriors, I’m happy to introduce the Revenue Cycle Management Guru, Johana Desir. What does Dear Life Warrior aim to provide? Our show aims to motivate, spread positivity, offer amazing life coaching tips and hope, etc. to people across the world.  The show focuses on the personal success stories of entrepreneurs and business professionals who decided to do great things in the most challenging situations. We hope these successful stories provide much-needed motivation, encourageme...

Ep.11 An interview filled with motivation, information and inspiration with Johana Desir

Dear Life Warriors, I’m happy to introduce the Revenue Cycle Management Guru, Johana Desir. What does Dear Life Warrior aim to provide? Our show aims to motivate, spread positivity, offer amazing life coaching tips and hope, etc. to people across the world.  The show focuses on the personal success stories of entrepreneurs and business professionals who decided to do great things in the most challenging situations. We hope these successful stories provide much-needed motivation, encourageme...

My Mental Health Diagnosis Didn't Stop Me

Dear Life Warriors, I want to dispel the myths on mental illness! Meet my friend,  Natasha Bowman, President of Performance-Renew, Attorney, Tedx Speaker, Published Author, Professor and she has Bipolar Disorder.  Natasha shared in a recent post on Linked In, "This is the face of someone with Bipolar Disorder. When most people think of someone with mental illness, they often think of someone who shows visible symptoms. Because of the stigma we don't get the support we need"  Overcoming men...

Ep.14 She is a Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Distruptor & Advocate

Dear Life Warriors, meet Rachelle Carrie',  a DEI Disruptor & Advocate who channels cultural change through her voice in the global community. Rachelle’s passions center around collaborating while amplifying impact through sharing, knowledge, resources & creating an inclusive culture for the thriving diverse community at large.  She utilizes the invaluable voice that women of diverse backgrounds have to continue empowering themselves and others.  Relentless in her pursuits, she is writing 4...

SHE IS A DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION DISRUPTOR & ADVOCATE

Dear Life Warriors, meet Rachelle Carrie',  a DEI Disruptor & Advocate who channels cultural change through her voice in the global community. Rachelle’s passions center around collaborating while amplifying impact through sharing, knowledge, resources & creating an inclusive culture for the thriving diverse community at large.  She utilizes the invaluable voice that women of diverse backgrounds have to continue empowering themselves and others.  Relentless in her pursuits, she is writing 4...

She is a Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Distruptor & Advocate

Dear Life Warriors, meet Rachelle Carrie',  a DEI Disruptor & Advocate who channels cultural change through her voice in the global community. Rachelle’s passions center around collaborating while amplifying impact through sharing, knowledge, resources & creating an inclusive culture for the thriving diverse community at large.  She utilizes the invaluable voice that women of diverse backgrounds have to continue empowering themselves and others.  Relentless in her pursuits, she is writing 4...

CHANGE BRINGS DISRUPTION

Dear Life Warriors with Marc Agboka

Ep. 8 Dear Life Warriors with Marc Agboka

Dear Life Warriors, this is one of our more serious episodes. We are with the amazing Marc Agboka, who was diagnosed with a mental health disorder. In this episode he was very open about his process and what it takes to continue living with such a diagnosis. He was able to turn something that people see as an illness into a business and founded Mental Health & Music Foundation, healing  through music. ABOUT THE SHOW: Dear Life Warriors is a show dedicated to educating, empowering, motivatin...

INNER PEACE IS ATTAINABLE

Ep. 7 Dear Life Warriors with Denise Dixon

Dear Life Warriors, we are with the amazing Denise "Didi" Dixon, Owner of Juice Dome and  Dome Events & Productions. We talked Business, Spirituality, Africa! This conversation left me with many feel good moments. I hope it does the same for you. Dear Life Warriors is a show dedicated to educating, empowering, motivating and giving hope to many.

Dear Life Warriors with Denise Dixon

Dear Life Warriors, we are with the amazing Denise "Didi" Dixon, Owner of Juice Dome and  Dome Events & Productions. We talked Business, Spirituality, Africa! This conversation left me with many feel good moments. I hope it does the same for you. Dear Life Warriors is a show dedicated to educating, empowering, motivating and giving hope to many.

LIVING YOUR DASH

BE INTENTIONAL

Dear Life Warriors, you are stuck because you are not being intentional about living! It requires work on your part, so BE INTENTIONAL Purchase 30 Days to a new you journal at www.30daystoanewyoujournal.com and begin your mind changing transformational journey now.

STUCK TO YESTERDAY'S BLESSINGS

Dear Life Warriors, you might be stuck to yesterday's blessings.Dear Life Warriors, are you stuck to yesterday's blessings? Do you know that change is uncomfortable? Did you know what you are praying for comes with discomfort. When you are in the process of elevation, there is no way it will come without pain. Elevation means height above a GIVEN level! Get ready my life warriors, the frustration/pain/discomfort, you are currently feeling, means you are about to reach newer heights : )

Ep. 10 Executive Strategist & D.E.I Consultant, Simone Sloan

Dear Life Warriors, I’m happy to introduce you to Simone Sloan, The Founder & Executive Strategist for Your Life Coaching. What does Dear Life Warrior aim to provide? Our show aims to motivate, spread positivity, offer amazing life coaching tips and hope, etc. to people across the world. The show focuses on the personal success stories of entrepreneurs and business professionals who decided to do great things in the most challenging situations. We hope these successful stories provide m...

Executive Strategist & D.E.I Consultant, Simone Sloan

Dear Life Warriors, I’m happy to introduce you to Simone Sloan, The Founder & Executive Strategist for Your Life Coaching. What does Dear Life Warrior aim to provide? Our show aims to motivate, spread positivity, offer amazing life coaching tips and hope, etc. to people across the world. The show focuses on the personal success stories of entrepreneurs and business professionals who decided to do great things in the most challenging situations. We hope these successful stories provide m...

BE STILL

The Ultimate Mom CEO Coach, Natalie Lee

What does Dear Life Warrior aim to provide? Our show aims to motivate, spread positivity, offer amazing life coaching tips and hope, etc. to people across the world. The show focuses on the personal success stories of entrepreneurs and business professionals who decided to do great things in the most challenging situations. We hope these successful stories provide much-needed motivation, encouragement and comfort to people who wish to follow suit like most of the guests you will meet on t...

My Case Study is the Foundation for my Business~ Dr. Marc Bertrand

Dear Life Warriors, meet Dr. Marc Bertrand, Founder and Senior Executive of The Bertrand Education Group. His story is pretty fascinating. He built his business based on a case study he researched himself.  ABOUT Dr Marc Bertrand: Given my 20+ years related experience stemming from Harter, Secrest & Emery, LLP to Yonkers Public Schools to Nassau BOCES (Board of Cooperative Educational Services), which is a comprehensive Government Nonprofit that has positioned Dr Bertrand to be a global-ori...

Ep. 13 My Case Study is the Foundation for my Business~ Dr. Marc Bertrand

Dear Life Warriors, meet Dr. Marc Bertrand, Founder and Senior Executive of The Bertrand Education Group. His story is pretty fascinating. He built his business based on a case study he researched himself.  ABOUT Dr Marc Bertrand: Given my 20+ years related experience stemming from Harter, Secrest & Emery, LLP to Yonkers Public Schools to Nassau BOCES (Board of Cooperative Educational Services), which is a comprehensive Government Nonprofit that has positioned Dr Bertrand to be a global-ori...

Ep.9 The Ultimate Mom CEO Coach, Natalie Lee

What does Dear Life Warrior aim to provide? Our show aims to motivate, spread positivity, offer amazing life coaching tips and hope, etc. to people across the world. The show focuses on the personal success stories of entrepreneurs and business professionals who decided to do great things in the most challenging situations. We hope these successful stories provide much-needed motivation, encouragement and comfort to people who wish to follow suit like most of the guests you will meet on t...

Ep.6 Dear Life Warrior with Carl Gray, Founder of YGB Awards

Dear Life Warriors, we are talking to the amazing Carl Gray, Founder of the Young Gifted & Black Entrepreneurial Awards (YGB Awards). In this episode, Carl drops many gems for small minority business owners. We discussed everything from coaching to politics and what to expect from Eric Adams if he became the next black mayor of NYC. This is a conversation you don't want to miss. Dear Life Warriors is a show dedicated to educating, empowering, motivating, and giving hope to many. About Coac...

Carl Gray, Founder of YGB Awards

Dear Life Warriors, we are talking to the amazing Carl Gray, Founder of the Young Gifted & Black Entrepreneurial Awards (YGB Awards). In this episode, Carl drops many gems for small minority business owners. We discussed everything from coaching to politics and what to expect from Eric Adams if he became the next black mayor of NYC. This is a conversation you don't want to miss. Dear Life Warriors is a show dedicated to educating, empowering, motivating, and giving hope to many. About Coac...

Shani Saxon, VP, Development & Productions

Dear Life Warriors, you are in for an amazing treat! Shani Saxon one of my very first clients took the time out of her busy schedule to talk with me about navigating a covid year and even helping her son through covid. Shani is Vice President of Productions & Development for I AM OTHER a film and production company founded by the amazing Pharrell Williams. Shani is no small fries in the media industry working for BIG names like BET. Shani also made a HUGE name for herself doing freelance wri...

Ep.5 Dear Life Warrior with Shani Saxon, VP, Development & Productions

Dear Life Warriors, you are in for an amazing treat! Shani Saxon one of my very first clients took the time out of her busy schedule to talk with me about navigating a covid year and even helping her son through covid. Shani is Vice President of Productions & Development for I AM OTHER a film and production company founded by the amazing Pharrell Williams. Shani is no small fries in the media industry working for BIG names like BET. Shani also made a HUGE name for herself doing freelance wri...

Emeka Mbadwie, Writer-Director

Dear Life Warriors, oh what a treat this is! I finally had an opportunity to talk to the amazing Emeka Mbadiwe. Emeka is known for providing positive faith-based entertainment through his production company, Triple T-Films. He has given us many feel-good moments on screen, and today he discusses his new baby "Lock Down Love" which was shot at the height of the pandemic in 2020. Check out the Bear Fruit web-series here: https://www.emekambadiwe.com/ Memorable quotes: "Any and everything is ...

Ep.4 Dear Life Warriors with Emeka Mbadwie, Writer-Director

Dear Life Warriors, oh what a treat this is! I finally had an opportunity to talk to the amazing Emeka Mbadiwe. Emeka is known for providing positive faith-based entertainment through his production company, Triple T-Films. He has given us many feel-good moments on screen, and today he discusses his new baby "Lock Down Love" which was shot at the height of the pandemic in 2020. Check out the Bear Fruit web-series here: https://www.emekambadiwe.com/ Memorable quotes: "Any and everything is ...

Zina Rodriguez, Co-Founder, ZND Consulting

Dear Life Warriors, Meet Zina Rodriguez, Co-Founder of ZND Consulting. This is a conversation you don't want to miss. Zina is definitely bringing the real! Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/rUY7yjttBA4 Memorable quotes: 1. When we are women of color in corporate spaces, it is a challenge to find our voice and authority. 2. In my younger years, I put on a lot of masks to fit in 3. In 2020, I'm going in fearlessly. PERIODT! 4. Just knowing what you've been through so far in life...

Ep.3 Dear Life Warrior with Zina Rodriguez, Co-Founder, ZND Consulting

Dear Life Warriors, Meet Zina Rodriguez, Co-Founder of ZND Consulting. This is a conversation you don't want to miss. Zina is definitely bringing the real! Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/rUY7yjttBA4 Memorable quotes: 1. When we are women of color in corporate spaces, it is a challenge to find our voice and authority. 2. In my younger years, I put on a lot of masks to fit in 3. In 2020, I'm going in fearlessly. PERIODT! 4. Just knowing what you've been through so far in life...

Saul Custodio, Regional VP, Primerica

Dear Life Warriors, Meet Saul, my former client and now a friend! He is someone you want in your Rolodex! He is currently Regional Vice President of Primerica. As a Financial Advisor, he helps people like yourself with Debt Management for FREE! He was able to make it through 2020 having his most successful year ever! Sign up for one of Saul's free workshops. You may contact Saul via IG @saulcustodio Memorable quotes: "It's not social distancing, it's physical distancing" "Every new level...

Toni Lorriane, Founder of Dr Brownies

Dear Life Warriors, Meet Toni Lorraine, Owner of Dr. Brownies. In this episode, we discussed how she was able to start her business in 2020, by capitalizing on her free time. This show is all about positivity and shining the light on a few amazing people, doing great things under the radar in this world.   In this episode, I am shining the light on the amazing Toni Lorraine. She went from Corporate America to Entrepreneurship in a covid year. Follow Toni on IG: @DrBrownies.official Memorabl...

Ep.1 Dear Life Warriors with Toni Lorriane, Founder of Dr Brownies

Dear Life Warriors, Meet Toni Lorraine, Owner of Dr. Brownies. In this episode, we discussed how she was able to start her business in 2020, by capitalizing on her free time. This show is all about positivity and shining the light on a few amazing people, doing great things under the radar in this world.   In this episode, I am shining the light on the amazing Toni Lorraine. She went from Corporate America to Entrepreneurship in a covid year. Follow Toni on IG: @DrBrownies.official Memorabl...