Lifelong Learners Collective

In this episode, Ella Catherine interviews Albert Bramante, a hypnotist, talent agent and psychology professor, who shares:

• insights on the challenges faced by actors
• the concept of self-sabotage
• the importance of taking action to overcome fear.

Albert discusses how visualization and consistency can lead to success, and he emphasizes the need to learn from failure. He also shares his upcoming projects, including a coaching program and a new book.

In this engaging conversation, Nikki Rausch, CEO of Sales Maven, shares her extensive journey in sales, emphasizing the importance of authentic communication and relationship-building in the sales process. She discusses her unique approach to sales, which focuses on listening, understanding client needs, and overcoming common fears associated with selling. Nikki also highlights the significance of trust and authenticity in sales conversations, and she offers valuable insights into effective sales strategies and resources for aspiring sales professionals. The discussion concludes with Nikki sharing details about her podcast and a free training opportunity for listeners.

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In this episode of the Lifelong Learners Collective, Ella explores the often stigmatized concept of changing one's mind. She argues that changing perspectives is a sign of intellectual strength, emotional maturity, and humility. Through personal anecdotes and examples from various fields, she emphasizes the importance of being open to new ideas and the benefits of intellectual flexibility. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace change as a natural part of growth and lifelong learning.

Amanda Mayr is a student of astrology and a sound healing facilitator, anchored in spiritual evolutionary astrology. Through the wisdom of astrology, she guides others on their journeys of self-discovery and personal growth, helping them deepen their self-awareness, align with their true path, and step into their highest potential.  

Follow Amanda on Instagram at @amanda.mayr to learn about upcoming events and how you can work with her.

In this conversation, Gail Taylor shares her inspiring journey from a successful career in finance to becoming a musician and author.

She discusses the transformative power of music in personal growth, her experiences with addiction, and the importance of finding passion and purpose in one's career.

Gail emphasizes that it's never too late to reinvent oneself and highlights the significance of lifelong learning and travel in broadening perspectives.

Her book, Curveballs: Unlocking Your Potential Through Personal Growth and Inspirational Music encapsulates her life lessons and the tools she used to overcome challenges, accompanied by a soundtrack of inspirational music.

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Summary

In this episode of the Lifelong Learners Collective Podcast, Dr. John Lewis discusses the importance of brain health and nutrition. He shares his journey from competitive bodybuilding to founding Lewis Nutrition, emphasizing the role of polysaccharides in health. Dr. Lewis highlights his research on Alzheimer's disease, showcasing significant improvements in cognitive function through dietary supplements. He also explains the benefits of polysaccharides, particularly from aloe vera and rice bran, and concludes with essential behaviors for achieving optimal health.

To try out the supplements discussed on the show, go to www.drlewisnutrition.com/ella and get a jumpstart on your mind.

Ella reconnects with us after a brief hiatus due to personal health issues and travels. She welcomes guest Mark Connor, a former competitive boxer turned author, who shares his journey of overcoming adversity, exploring spirituality, and the impact of loss on his life. The conversation delves into themes of cultural identity, family values, political polarization, and the importance of love and relationships.

Mark reflects on his father's influence and the significance of maintaining civil discourse in today's divisive climate, ultimately emphasizing the values of love, family, and life in his writing and personal philosophy.

It seems like every Fall, requires a Fall Break for me. I always preach taking time to invest in yourself and the productivity of resting and by golly, I am going to practice it. I can't wait to chat again in a few weeks.

Much Love,

Ella

In this conversation, Ethan A. Poetic shares his inspiring journey of survival after a devastating car accident that left him with a 1% chance of living. He discusses his recovery process, the importance of resilience, and how faith played a crucial role in his transformation. Ethan emphasizes the impact of community support and his aspirations to motivate others through his speaking engagements and upcoming book.

Keywords

Ethan A. Poetic, resilience, car accident survival, mental health advocacy, public speaking, personal growth, faith, community impact, overcoming adversity, inspirational stories

In this conversation, Wayne Mullins, founder of Ugly Mug Marketing, shares insights on the evolving nature of marketing and sales. He emphasizes the importance of human psychology in selling, the need for genuine connections in social media marketing, and the balance between personal and professional life. Wayne discusses the philosophy behind his agency's name and the significance of effectiveness over aesthetics in advertising. He also explores the concepts of freedom in entrepreneurship and the importance of actions over intentions in leadership.

Connect with him on Instagram @fireyourself.

In this episode of Lifelong Learners Collective, host Ella shares her personal journey of self-discovery and healing, inspired by a recent trip to a Hanson concert with a close friend. Through their shared experiences and love for music, they delve into themes of friendship, vulnerability, and the importance of addressing one's inner child. Ella emphasizes the significance of healing past wounds and releasing fears to embrace a supportive community and a more fulfilling life.

After 30 years of corporate experience and winning prestigious awards from Cannes Lions, 2 D&D Pencils, Stevie's Golden Maverick and Folios Top Women in Media, after driving hundreds of millions in revenue and working with brands like Wall Street Journal, Fortune and Nativo, Sarah Dale founded Project 1490.

Project 1490 offers opportunities for women to get out of their comfort zones, learn new skills, and build confidence. The community also provides leadership content, career advice, coaching, and peer-to-peer mentorship. Sarah emphasizes the importance of confidence for women in the corporate world and how Project 1490 aims to empower women to expand their comfort zones and support each other.

Alongside Sarah's impressive career, her love of nature and experiences in the wilds of Montana are what started her wish to get other corporate women to build their own badassery and confidence by learning outdoor skills through Project 1490.

Give this show a listen to learn more about how Sarah's experiences in the wild empowered her to a successful career and in return, help women elevate their careers and expedite business results.

Keywords:

Project 1490, outdoor experiences, corporate women, confidence, comfort zone, leadership, career advice, coaching, mentorship

In this conversation, Ella shares her experiences with adversity and how she navigated through challenging situations. She discusses the concept of Mercury Retrograde and how unexpected events, such as car trouble and flight delays, can occur during this time. Ella also recounts her paddleboarding excursion during a Blue Moon and the difficulties she faced without a fin on her board. She provides five tips for handling adversity, including ditching excuses, focusing on solutions, celebrating progress, using available tools and strategies, and giving oneself grace. The main takeaway is to stay focused on goals and learn from adversity to become a stronger version of oneself.

Dylan Jaris, CEO of the Ultimate Etsy Course, shares her journey of building a successful business on Etsy. She started by selling a flower letter on Etsy after her wedding and quickly scaled her business to make over $10,000 a month within four months.

Dylan emphasizes the importance of treating Etsy like a business and applying corporate e-commerce strategies to succeed. She also discusses the challenges of dealing with haters and negative comments on social media. Dylan's coaching program helps thousands of Etsy sellers, including military spouses, build successful businesses on the platform.

In this episode, Ella discusses the importance of self-awareness and how it impacts personal success and relationships. She shares insights from Tasha Urich, an organizational psychologist, who breaks down self-awareness into internal and external self-awareness. Ella also explores the four archetypes of self-awareness: introspector, aware, seeker, and pleaser. She provides tips on cultivating self-awareness, such as seeking feedback, knowing strengths and weaknesses, and understanding the impact you have on others. Ella shares her own journey of self-awareness and emphasizes the importance of self-love and building authentic relationships.

In this episode, Ella discusses her recent surgery and the need for a break to recharge her energy. She shares her experience with burnout and the symptoms she has noticed. Ella emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and setting boundaries to manage burnout. She also highlights the significance of prioritizing activities that bring joy and energy, such as dancing. Ella provides four strategies for managing energy and avoiding burnout: carving out time for personal hobbies, learning to say no, planning ahead, and having a daily 10-minute routine for self-reflection.

In this episode, Ella shares her experience at the dentist and how it made her reflect on the concept of numbing our feelings. She discusses how society teaches us to numb our emotions and the unhealthy habits we develop as a result. Ella emphasizes the importance of feeling our emotions and being present in the moment. She encourages listeners to prioritize themselves and their feelings, and to choose what truly matters in their lives. By acknowledging and navigating our feelings, we can live a more authentic and fulfilling life.

Suman Cherry joins me for a follow-up conversation to discuss the importance of managing stress and energy in entrepreneurship. Cherry shares her personal experiences of growing her business and the shifts she has made in her role while emphasizing the significance of prioritizing self-care and listening to one's body. She also delves into the topic of the nervous system and how it affects our emotions and overall well-being. In addition, Suman highlights the importance of healing past traumas and processing emotions in a healthy way. She concludes by discussing the impact of conscious work on relationships and personal growth. I

Originally from Atlanta, GA. Kimberly E. Stone is a fashion entrepreneur, innovator, model & actress. She’s been named one of Black Enterprise's Top 10 Young Women of Power under 40 and has been featured in a number of top publications including Forbes, The Washington Post and InStyle.

Not only fashion savvy, Stone is a media maven and trailblazer in the industry.  She started POSHGLAM in 2005, which supports established and emerging luxury designers. POSHGLAM set the standard for what's new in the world of fashion and luxury. The site has garnered views from over 147 countries.

After relaunching it 2017, POSHGLAM became a network and platform where fashion forward men and women with similar interests connect; with a newly added personal connection option via a dating app.

When Kimberly isn’t working on POSHGLAM, she can be found booking acting and modeling gigs and networking in Atlanta. Stone is known in the film industry for her on-set charm and beginner’s luck. She attributes her on-set success with the actors to a positive attitude and her appreciation for every experience whether large or small.   

A while ago, she was casted as a pony for Django Unchained. Prior to this gig she was cast as part of Estelle’s Entourage BET’s “The Game” alongside Shawn Marion and for a dance scene in episode “No Money Mo Problems”. Her bite by the “Acting Bug” occurred in 2006 after being pulled into “We are Marshall” by Academy Award winning actor Anthony Mackie, after the director instructed him to refer to her as his ‘girlfriend’ for the film. Later that year she appeared in “Stomp the Yard”, Motives 3, Wilmer Valderrama’s “Yo Momma”, and in a 2007 Chevrolet Super Bowl commercial.

For Stone, 2017 was the year of the RELAUNCH. She jumped back into the TV & Film arena, as well as relaunchedthe fashion forward site, POSHGLAM.

Look out for Kimberly Stone as she dominates the TV, Film, and Fashion scene.

Amanda Bauer Frisch, CEO of Enduring Legacy Co., shares her journey from being a stay-at-home mom to accidental entrepreneur. She started making wood banks in her garage as a hobby and they quickly became popular. Amanda is passionate about financial literacy and creating lasting, meaningful products. She also discusses her TEDx talk on the importance of participation trophies and challenges the misconception about millennials. Amanda plans to continue growing her business and wants to be known locally for providing quality products and classes. She invites listeners to check out her TEDx talk and her brands, Small Legacies and Stitches in Time.

Marnie and Rena Schwartz, owners of Vibe Dance Studio and co-authors of 'Empower Your Vibe,' share their insights on empowering individuality, entrepreneurship, and lifelong learning. They emphasize the importance of embracing one's authentic self and finding passion and purpose. The sisters discuss their dance studio, which celebrates and respects every dancer, regardless of shape, size, or ability. They also highlight their book, which aims to empower readers to become their best selves. Additionally, they share their personal dance journey and the impact of their mother's influence on their lifelong learning mindset. The conversation with Marnie and Rena revolves around the theme of dance as a lifelong journey and the empowerment it brings. They discuss the opportunity to perform center court and the impact it has on students' lives. They also highlight the unique costumes they provide, which are both modest and cool. Lifelong learning and being the example are emphasized as important values in their dance studio. The conversation touches on the importance of feedback and improvement, as well as the spillover effect of dance into other areas of life. They also discuss the importance of relaxation, embracing change, and taking risks. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the power of dance to empower and transform lives.

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CARTWHIRLER™ is available on Amazon Interactive Children’s Books are available on Amazon 

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A recent birthday and a lunar new year has me talking about what I have learned in just 6 weeks and what I am bringing with me in this next trip around the sun.

Hello, LLC fam! Due to a small bout of flu symptoms (not covid, thank God), I will not be recording a new episode this week. Instead, relisten to some of your favs and meet me back for a solo episode next week. I can't wait to update you all on my latest whereabouts.