Best D Life with Daniela- Helping You Find the Bliss in Your Busy

You know that voice in your head that says you're not good enough? Shay Kent calls hers "Nurse Ratchet," and on my latest podcast episode, she shares her strategy for shutting it down. Her ABI method (Awareness, Breakthrough, Inspired action) is a game-changer for women looking to crush those limiting beliefs.

"Inspired action over massive action." That's Shay’s mantra and, frankly, it's refreshing. We also talked about why hustling hard isn't always the answer and how intuition can be your most powerful guide. Tune in as we explore how to make big impacts with mindful steps.

Shay Kent is a passionate author and speaker dedicated to empowering women to live their best lives. With a background in entertainment and entrepreneurship, she's had to learn to exude confidence even when she didn’t feel it. Because of that she's worked on feature films, spoken on stages, started a few businesses, flipped 6 houses in 2 years, owns multiple homes, moved across the country to the beach on a minute's notice, become a mom at 41 and penned a book in a month.

Her mission is to inspire 1 million women to stop settling and start living their dream lives through “Edutainment” (education and entertainment). She aims to start a movement! Author of, She Is You: Unleash the Confident Successful Woman Within.

Creating a genuine connection with your audience – it's a concept that Kristen Johnson redefines as the cornerstone of effective marketing. It's not just about capturing leads but engaging with people as individuals with respect and authenticity. She believes that weaving your personal journey into your brand's messaging can deeply resonate with people. This human touch transforms customers into a community.

Kristen is an award-winning marketing and communications leader with more than 20 years of experience. She designs affordable websites for startups, small businesses, and nonprofits.

Throughout her career, she has worked in journalism, health care, higher education, advertising, tech, and advocacy. She was the first person in her family to attend college and holds a graduate certificate in Marketing Management and Digital Strategy from Harvard.

Today, she works full-time for herself building websites for small businesses and nonprofits. Supporting women is a cornerstone of her business. She's the webmaster for the Fifty Fabulous Women Giving Circle. She's also a member of the Communications and Development Committee for the Western New York Women's Foundation and a sponsor of their 2023 Women's Leadership Summit. Finally, she offers her marketing and web design skills pro bono to women running for all levels of public office through Get Her Elected.
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Balance isn't the same for everyone. It's your own mix of knowing yourself, playing to your strengths, and really getting what you want and value in life. Nicole Gueorguieva shares her story that's closely tied to her family's approach to health and how she’s grown from the challenges thrown at her, especially during the pandemic. Each obstacle has helped shape her into the catch she is today.

Ever felt like you're spinning too many plates between work, family, and your own needs?

It's all about the invisible load we carry that can lead to burnout if unchecked. I've been there, navigating the chaos, and I've learned that recognizing the onset of overwhelming feelings is crucial.

In this episode, I get real about the hurdles of entrepreneurship and parenting. But more than that, I talk about how reframing our challenges can open doors to growth and opportunity, as well as how prioritizing and scheduling can transform chaos into harmony, especially when self-care is non-negotiable.

I also share about the power of community. In my journey as a business owner and parent, building a network of support hasn't just been helpful; it's been essential.

Ever pondered the real impact of self-kindness?

Listen as Shā Sparks shares how being gentle with ourselves can set off a cascade of positive changes. It's not just a feel-good mantra; it's a strategy that redefines our personal and professional relationships.

Shifting mindsets begins with the smallest of steps. Shā Sparks shared her approach to taking incremental leaps out of her comfort zone, which she details in her book "How to Get Your Voice Back." It's not about overnight transformation; it's the daily, mindful actions that culminate in substantial life changes.

Shā Sparks is an energetic catalyst and fearless communicator who sparks leaders to find, use, and share their voice through coaching, podcasts, and publications so they can go from fear to fired up about their life and business. Through her renowned Spark Your ALPHA program, Shā’s audiences and clients experience more confidence, amplified emotional intelligence, and the spark that ignites their fearless action. Also, she provides an all-inclusive host for hire, a podcast-in-a-box service called Spark Your VOICE, Podcasts to Publications.

Ever felt like you're chasing goals that just don't resonate with you? It turns out that the "shoulds" we impose on ourselves may not align with our true priorities. In my latest podcast episode, I dive deep with Carly Pepin into how identifying the language of our goals can reveal whether they're truly ours or someone else's expectations imposed on us. It's not just about setting goals, it's about setting the right goals for YOU.

Carly Pepin is an International Speaker and Consultant with a specialized focus on human behavior. Her message is that regardless of one's background, occupation, or origin, every individual encounters personal and professional challenges stemming from their own perceived flaws. Carly enables her clients to design their lives with purpose rather than succumbing to a life dictated by duty.

Carly emphasizes that the key to living a fulfilling life lies in how you utilize and transform these stories. Having devoted her life to mastering the intricacies of human behavior, Carly empowers others to do the same. Through her expertise, she guides individuals in looking beyond the surface and delving into the core essence of their being. By uncovering and addressing the deeper issues that hinder personal growth.

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Scherrie Prince is an attorney and asset protection coach who teaches entrepreneurs how to merge their business plans with their estate plans to create a moat around their assets. For over a decade she has taught, led, and counseled entrepreneurs at every phase of their business with her company Play Big Faster, Inc.

She has come to realize that asset protection isn't just a financial strategy; it's a profoundly personal mission. She’s witnessed firsthand the impact it can have on families and businesses alike. That's why, today, she is on a mission to empower entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools they need to navigate this critical aspect of their success. When she steps into the podcasting arena, it's not just to share expertise – it's to share a deeply personal story that underscores the urgency and importance of asset protection.

Scherrie hopes that by sharing her experiences, she can resonate with listeners on a relatable level, and inspire them to take proactive steps towards securing their own financial futures.

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Ready to unleash your inner magic and conquer your dreams? Time to spread your wings and fly, because M.S Dominika Staniewicz, the brain coach, one-star elite Neuroencoding specialist, and author of the #1 Kindle New Release "The Magic of Dreaming Big, Acting Small, and Achieving Success," is ready to ignite your life!

Coach D isn't just another regular life coach she is a neuroscience ninja, armed with deep knowledge and actionable strategies. Think firecracker charisma meets scientific wisdom. Dominika has rubbed shoulders with the best: trained by Dr. Daniel Amen and Joseph McClendon III the Founder of the Neuroencoding Institute and Tony Robbins Right hand, she brings a fresh perspective to the world of achievement for women. She translates the masculine business systems to what works and agrees with you. She will eliminate your anxiety, depression, overwhelm, and self-loathing.

It’s time to make your ADHD work for you and become your superpower. She will encode happiness and success in your DNA.

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Have you ever questioned the traditional notion of balance?

The concept of work-life balance needs a personal touch. It's not about keeping everything level; it's about creating a flow that resonates with your individual lifestyle. Embrace the ebb and flow of your daily life and discover a harmony that's uniquely yours..

Adaptability and resilience play pivotal roles in achieving balance.

Balance isn't static; it's about adapting to life's seasons.

Here are some other resources I mentioned in the episode!

Ever wonder what lies beneath the stories we tell ourselves?

In this conversation with Marika McCandless, we learn that embracing our vulnerabilities can lead to profound growth and deeper connections, both with others and ourselves.

Marijke McCandless is an award-winning writer, mindfulness coach, and playfulness instigator who helps people shed their inhibitions and skinny dip in the present moment. Her upcoming book is Naked in the Now: Juicy Practices for Getting Present. Join her (free) Write Now Mind to experience the power of words to connect and heal us.

Did you know that the frequency and duration of your breaks can significantly affect your well-being? It turns out that frequent short vacations might just be the key to avoiding stress buildup.

Combining her education in kinesiology and psychology with her MBA and experience living in Cancun, Jennica Day-Cabrera has carved out a niche for herself as a vacation expert and is the owner of The Vacation Nerd.

Heather Lillico is a Holistic Nutritionist and Yoga & Meditation Teacher.

She has lived experience of anxiety and now teaches overthinking, people-pleasing perfectionists how to manage anxiety naturally & holistically, without feeling overwhelmed.

She's been featured on iHeart & Zoomer Radio, in The National Post and has worked with several Fortune 500 companies to keep their employees healthy.

Heather is also the creator of the anxiety support app, Cultivating Calm, helping people make space for what really matters in their lives.
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Ever feel like the pressure to handle it all is just too much? You're not alone. On my journey, I've learned that burnout doesn't care how successful you appear. It sneaks up on everyone. Join me as we discover how to spot burnout's disguise and take action to reclaim our peace and balance.

In this episode I’ll cover:

• Discussion on myths and misconceptions of burnout

• Different manifestations of burnout, including overachievement and perfectionism

• Personal experience of handling everything and experiencing burnout

• Importance of recognizing early warning signs of burnout

• Emphasis on daily self-care practices and setting boundaries

Allie Mirosevic is the founder of Bliss'd, a self-care company that helps moms live more joyful, fulfilling and connected lives through journaling.

Allie discovered her love for journaling after having a challenging first-time postpartum experience in 2019 and is now designing a line of easy-to-use gratitude and connection journals.

Katherine Lazaruk is a professional presence expert who helps leaders and their teams walk the walk, talk the talk and look the part.

She is passionate about achieving gender parity in her lifetime and through her coaching, consulting, and speaking. She works with women and champions of women to get more women into senior leadership faster. Recognizing that we are currently in a shifting paradigm, she works within the system to change the system for teams and individuals alike to create a kinder, gentler, and more effective world.

Katherine holds degrees in Voice Performance and Education and holds her second-level international designation of Certified Image Professional (CIP) with the Association of Image Consultants International (AICI) and her Professional Certified Coach (PCC) designation with the International Coach Federation (ICF). She has also been Vice-Chair of the Women’s Leadership Council Advisory Committee with the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and served for six years as the Secretary of the AICI Canada Chapter Board. She has been a member of the nominations committee for the YWCA Vancouver Women of Distinction Awards and volunteered with two of their programs for women, sharing her expertise on professional presence, and currently serves on the Global DEI Committee for AICI.

Chanté Dent is a Personal Development and Executive Coach and a Certified Emotional Intelligence and Psychological Safety Workshop Facilitator with BlueEQ, serving national and international companies in multiple industries, including Fortune 50. She is also the founding principle of her namesake firm, whose mission is to help married women live emotionally healthy lives and experience thriving marriages.

Chanté is a proud alumna of California State University, Easy Bay, and her work has not gone unnoticed; in 2018, her alma mater recognized her as one of their 40 Under 40. Chanté is also active in her community, serving as a Committee Member of her children’s PTSA.

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Rebecca Doring helps established wellness professionals go from being frozen in imposter syndrome to teaching what they love and living their purpose. She's a Meditation Teacher, Chromatic Yoga Instructor, Inner Critic Coach, and host of the podcast Inner Critic Freedom.

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In this episode of the Best D Life podcast, I talk about the importance of reflecting on the past year and setting future goals. In this episode, we’ll:

• differentiates between resolutions and intentions,

• discuss the SMART goal system

Focus on a growth mindset, intentional planning, and offering optimism for the new year.

Burnout is like a sneaky ninja that creeps up on you when you least expect it, right?

So, let's shine a light on the BLOCKS that can trigger this exhausting phenomenon.  Because it’s not just outside situations that can cause burnout - sometimes it’s US - we’re the problem and get in our own way from living the kind of life we keep saying we want to have. 

So in the episode, I want to share some of these blocks and have you do a little scan/self-assessment to see if this is something you might be doing and need to be conscious of and aware of so that you can intentionally work on to prevent it.

Mentioned in the episode:

In this episode, let’s talk about tips and strategies for setting and achieving realistic goals, and prioritizing your self-care

You’ll hear all about:

• SMART goals and why it’s important to think about them this way.

• Why it is important to plan your self-care WITH your goal-setting

• How to get started now

This episode is short, and simple and gets right to the point of what you need to know, why, and how to start taking action!

People always assume burnout comes from something negative or a job they don’t like

But actually, burnout can also come from something we’re passionate about.  Something we enjoy and like to spend our time on.  

This is because we’re more personally invested and ride those highs and lows in a more profound way.

The goal is to help prevent burnout (because prevention is easier than recovery).

Having boundaries with your passion can help you have more work/life harmony, rather than allowing it to become a complete obsession. 

Listen now to find the 3 main areas to help you stave off burnout!

Today I want to talk about everything related to burnout - why you may be at risk for burnout, what signs to look for, and what steps you can take right now to address it. Burnout is a real issue that affects many people, and if you're feeling overwhelmed and exhausted, you're not alone.

Remember, taking care of yourself isn't selfish; it's necessary for your well-being. So, prioritize self-care, set boundaries, practice mindfulness, connect with others, and seek help if you need it.

In fact, seeking the help of a burnout coach may be just what you need to get back on track.

A burnout coach can help you identify the root causes of your burnout, provide you with practical solutions, offer emotional support, help you create a healthier work-life balance, and help you create lasting change. Remember, it's okay to ask for help when you need it. Your mental and emotional well-being is worth investing in.

Are you ready to FEEL BETTER and have an enjoyable experience with food?

Mindy Yoder, RDN CDN is driven by her passion for good food, and wellness, and her desire to support others in their journey towards a life well lived. She combines her unique experience in the travel industry and corporate environment with her background in dietetics to educate women on navigating nutritious food choices in ever-changing schedules and life dynamics. Life doesn't happen in a cookie-cutter design, so our food habits shouldn't either.

Mindy Yoder has been working with individuals and groups for 13 years. She guides women to make practical nutrition choices and create eating habits that lead to improved health and relationships with food and body. When working with Mindy, women start to FEEL BETTER and have an understanding of how food fuels and heals their body.

She started her practice in 2010 after a career shift from 10 years of working in hotels and restaurants. After traveling often and working in corporate environments, Mindy desired a change in pace to help others learn to fuel their bodies to support the demands of careers and life. She helps women learn what essential nutrients are needed to not only help promote weight loss but to improve energy, ease digestion, reduce inflammation, and prevent or manage chronic diseases such as diabetes or heart disease.

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“Mindset is trying to read the label from inside the bottle.” Isabelle Fortin

Isabelle Fortin is a veteran turned mindset coach. Like you, she has been stuck in a mental rut.

Despite having a supportive family and friends, a good job, and financial stability, she found herself feeling unhappy and constantly haunted by negative thoughts and limiting beliefs about herself. She realized she was basing her self-worth on the opinions of others and THAT was not a healthy way to live. So began a long journey to healing and self-discovery.

As a natural listener, strangers and friends alike would often come to Isabelle to share their deepest thoughts and feelings. They knew she would listen without judgment and provide a safe space for them to be vulnerable. It was through a friend's comment that she realized that her true passion was to be a mindset coach. And so began the part of her journey that has led her to you.

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Jennifer Ford Berry is a certified professional organizer & productivity coach, best-selling author, national speaker, and host of The Make Room Show.

She helps people organize their homes and their lives so that they can find more space, time, energy, and money for the people and the things that matter the most to them.

She is passionate about helping you create a home and a life that you love!  Jennifer believes that each of us was sent here with a unique purpose to fulfill but in order to do that you need to remove all of the clutter that is getting in your way.

Jennifer was previously the regular organizing expert on the TV show: Winging It, Buffalo Style.  Jennifer has been a guest on numerous television and radio shows.  She has also been featured in many national magazines and newspapers.  She is an animated speaker who has presented to the Learning Annex, corporations, churches, national conferences, mom groups, and school districts.  She is the founder of The Created Order Neighborhood, an online community for women who want to create an organized home and live with intention and purpose.

Her books include:

-Make Room: take control of your space, time, energy & money to live on purpose (newest book)

-Organize Now! a week-by-week plan to simplify your space & life.

-Organize Now! your money, business & career 

-Organize Now! a week-by-week action plan for a healthier, happier life.

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Burnout is like a sneaky ninja that creeps up on you when you least expect it, right?

So, let's shine a light on the BLOCKS that can trigger this exhausting phenomenon.  Because it’s not just outside situations that can cause burnout - sometimes it’s US - we’re the problem and get in our own way from living the kind of life we keep saying we want to have. 

So in the episode, I want to share some of these blocks and have you do a little scan/self-assessment to see if this is something you might be doing and need to be conscious of and aware of so that you can intentionally work on to prevent it.

Mentioned in the episode:

Kaitlin Cuevas is the owner and founder of Think Happy, Co. She believes happiness is something we each create for ourselves and that YOU are in the driver’s seat of your own life.

Think Happy serves women who struggle with juggling ALL the things and want to create sustainable systems to help them simplify their lives AND allow them time to fill their own cup first.

Focusing specifically on time and task management, building sustainable habits and routines, and keeping your own cup full, the goal is always to leave you feeling happier!

Outside of work, Kaitlin's a mom to Eleanor and James, wife to Oakley, and dog-mom to Guppy. She's a lover of French roast coffee, Goldendoodles, and pump-up music!

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A highly skilled transition and leadership coach, Emily Rogers has a passion for empowering individuals and organizations to reach their full potential.

Known for her genuine passion for helping others, Emily offers a supportive and transformative coaching experience that empowers you to create meaningful and lasting change in your life and career.
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Lynita Mitchell-Blackwell is the Intuitive Business Coach™ who leads her clients to Live Life on FIRE for the Ultimate Successful Life with peace, joy, and fulfillment!

Lynita has built an award winning law firm and publishing house, is a #1 Bestselling Author, CPA, an ordained New Thought Minister, and recognized nationally as an outstanding community leader. Based on her latest book, Lynita loves sharing the formula to the Ultimate Successful Life with Peace, Joy, and Fulfillment!

Connect with Lynita!

email: info@LynitaMitchellBlackwell.com

Jenn Drummond is a Mom of 7, a successful business owner, and World Record holder.

As the first woman to climb the second highest summits on each of the 7 continents, she now spends her time inspiring others to create a thriving business and lasting legacy of their own.

She shares her story and strategies for success through her book, Quit Proof: 7 Strategies to Build Resilience and Achieve Your Life Goals, and her Seek Your Summit podcast, programs, and signature talks. Learn more about how she elevates devoted and determined entrepreneurs to go beyond a life of success to a life of significance.

Sabrina Del Duca is a Mindset & Movement Coach and a Dance Educator. With over 20 years of experience as a dance teacher and 10 years as a Client Relationship Director in the advertising industry, working with some of the biggest accounts in North America & Europe, Sabrina has mastered the art of human communication and designing strategies for getting results.

In 2019 she took a huge risk. Following a burnout, Sabrina needed to make a major change to her lifestyle. Fueled by her fascination for personal development and passion for helping and serving others, Sabrina left her corporate career to carve a new path within the wellness space.

This began a complex healing journey that led Sabrina to start her own coaching company, where she can empower others to get into the driver’s seat and create a life that inspires them, just like she did.

Sabrina combines her years of experience teaching dance, leading projects & designing strategies to empower you to unlock your potential, set meaningful goals, and navigate life's challenges with resilience and courage. Together, we can “Rewrite Your Life” and start this new & exciting chapter with confidence.

Sabrina also launched her Podcast "Get Into Flow" in 2022, using her voice and love for public speaking to provide practical tools to help shift your mindset and take inspired action.

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Meet Trina and Tara – co-founders of Power Mom. We’re authors, speakers, coaches, former collegiate athletes, health and wellness enthusiasts, and "all-things" sports lovers. They’re also partners in business, life, and moms to boy/girl twins.

They recently launched our book “Crush Mom Guilt: Transform Your Life from Crappy to Happy and Ignite Your Inner Greatness” . This book empowers and inspires moms to overcome the deep-seated feelings of regret and imperfection that often accompany motherhood.

The book takes a mom on a journey of personal exploration and growth as she dives deep into four Power Components:

Alexzia Brooke is a Style Architect with an innate flair for creating captivating looks that leave a lasting impression. Through an unyielding passion for fashion and an eye for detail, she has honed her skills as a style maven, transforming ordinary garments into extraordinary ensembles. 

In this episode, we talk about stepping outside your comfort zone, accepting your body, and leveling up the vibe and energy to present to the world.

In this episode, let’s talk about tips and strategies for setting and achieving realistic goals, and prioritizing your self-care

You’ll hear all about:

• SMART goals and why it’s important to think about them this way.

• Why it is important to plan your self-care WITH your goal-setting

• How to get started now

This episode is short, and simple and gets right to the point of what you need to know, why, and how to start taking action!

Julie Lowe is an Author, Speaker, and Certified High Performance Coach. Using neuroscience-backed practices, she teaches ambitious professionals how to prioritize their mindset, health, and relationships without sacrificing the quality of their work.
Julie's expertise has been featured on Good Morning Washington, the nationally syndicated TV show The List, Huffington Post, and Yahoo! Life, to name just a few, and her first book, A Few Good Habits, debuts in October 2023.

Megan Moran is not only a mom to two beautiful toddlers (Jack + Sophia,) a wife to the most supportive husband + business partner ever, Collin, but also the owner of Mompreneur Co.

In this episode, we discuss Megan's journey in shifting her focus from productivity and design to helping women launch and record their own podcasts. She emphasizes the importance of quality and professionalism in podcasting, including good audio quality. We also discuss the topics of self-care, accepting help, and finding balance as working moms and entrepreneurs.

As a Podcast Studio Owner, top ranking Host of the Mompreneur Guide Podcast + Author, she's on a mission to give mompreneurs the space + creative support they need to live the present + productive life they crave. Because as a third-generation mompreneur- she's proof that it’s possible.

Megan and I also reflect on societal pressures and the need to set boundaries and take time for ourselves.

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Andrea Costrino is an award-winning Portrait Photographer specializing in contemporary portraits of women.

In this episode, Andrea shares how she took her successful and all-consuming business and made some hard but intentional decisions to niche down, price appropriately, and create a family-first schedule to get out of and avoid burnout. She also shares her story through her work as an international best-selling author of Grit & Grace.

When you hear someone talk about having a morning routine - what comes to mind?

A long, multi-step process?

Waking up a 4 AM?

A rigid, inflexible routine?

Then listen in to this episode as I break down some of the myths surrounding a morning routine, how I approach my mornings, and different options to start your own morning routine.

Lana Shapiro is a holistic mentor & coach, she is a practicing reiki master, astrologer, and energy worker.

After studying psychology and the human mind, Lana spent the first 16 years of her adult life providing traditional mental health counseling. Feeling the urge to teach people the importance of connecting the mind and body, she enrolled in integrated health and nutrition program, which focused on biodiversity.

Starting around 2017, Lana began studying energy work and providing Reiki healing sessions, eventually becoming a Reiki Master Teacher. In late 2020, she added Lifepath Astrology and Tarot readings to her holistic life coaching services. In May 2022, Lana opened the doors to the Soul Healing Center, a one-of-a-kind wellness center that offers unique classes and services, with the intention of providing a sacred space for people who are looking for a place where they can heal their minds, body, and soul.

Sik Braids was founded by Buffalo-native, Kelsy Mack, borne out of a love of the artistry of hair braiding and making others feel confident. Sik Braids aims to be a welcoming place for all, whether braiders or clients.​

Kelsy Mack is the girl with the colorful hair. One thing Kelsy hates are big paragraphs so she hopes you don’t mind a list of some thing’s to help you get to know her.

She started a pretty cool braiding company

Is mom of two kiddos

Advocate and a member of the disability community

Member of the alphabet mafia

Major extrovert

Musician and vocalist tech nerd

Digital artist

Always learning

Favorite color is glitter.

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Dana Goodemote is a professional branding and headshot photographer located in Buffalo NY. With 20 years in the industry, she has created a business that helps other businesses stand out through photography. Dana uses a proven strategy to move her clients past hiding behind their brand and becoming the personal brand they need to catapult their business.

Allison Graham is a keynote speaker, author and consultant who works with accomplished men and women who love their work, but want more mental and emotional space away from the constant stress of the daily grind.

In her business, Elevate Biz Inc, she works with professionals to create a better relationship with stress, improve problem-solving for the human experience at work and design their personal capacity to create mental and emotional space in their lives for what matters most to them.

Her last book, Take Back Your Weekends: Stress Less, Do More, Be Happier is giving hope to people that they can have it all and her next book The Stress Illusion is bound to ruffle some feathers! You may recognize her from media outlets like CTV, CBC, Global News and Breakfast Television.

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Ange Marie is a money coach who is passionate about helping women to start investing in the stock market so they can build their own wealth and become financially free.

She went from £50 to five figures in her portfolio over 18 months and now teaches other women to do the same without any financial jargon!