Smart Talks with One Smart Lady

Kathy Mincer is a healthy lifestyle coach, who shares her knowledge of healthy living with families, helping them embrace a chemical-free, natural lifestyle, which has not only improved our lives but also provided a second income that enabled us to secure our dream home.

Robert Rolle is an author who currently lives in Belize. He was inspired to write the book, "Mommy's Home" which symbolizes family members who served in the armed forces. I hope you enjoy our discussion about the book, and his hopes and dreams for its readers.

Caroline is a very independent, driven creator. She has taken what life has given her and let that turn into a drive to reach her passion and goals. Caroline is very active in the community. She has grown online and putting her personal skills to help charities and businesses to run at an optimal level. She has been part of organizations that have brought out her talents for production and organizational skills behind-the-scenes tasks, to many online interviews and shows to help them run smoothly. Her ability to get tasks done in a timely matter is how she shines above the rest. She has no fear of doing the work to get jobs done, asking the hard questions, and suggesting changes to meet any deadline.

In Part 1 of this episode, Deborah Smart introduces Season 2 with her experience of transition and transformation. She talks about how her life has changed with the help of friends, family, and God. She shares how she dared follow her dreams and dared to grow in spite of the life challenges that interrupted her joy.

In Part 2 of this episode (Location 7:57), Raul talks about his passion for education and how he transitioned from Music to Education. If you missed Part 1 - Raul Marin Dares to Dream, I invite you to listen to that episode first.

Raul tells about how he developed a passion for writing and how it propel him into pursuing the next level of writing and teaching what he loved. 

Raul Marin is an Adult ESL educator, DJ, poet, aspiring speaker, coach, and podcaster. He is the founder of Wise Wolf, LLC and an avid runner. He is the author of “Rise With Gratitude: Poems To Inspire Your Growth and Greatness.” His next projects include writing another book, launching the “Hungry Wolf 35” Program, starting a podcast that focuses on authors and entrepreneurs, and running a marathon!

Nathan Grimes, the author of "Jesus, Teach Us How To Pray", talks with Deborah about his journey through the process of writing his first book. He also discusses the importance of understanding the relationship between scriptures, prayer, and conversations with God. 

Diane is the proud creator of Having A Baby, an online program that empowers Mama’s-to-be, to experience a healthy, happy pregnancy. Her “secret sauce” is sharing how the art of meditation can play a pivotal role in a woman’s pregnancy journey. She talks about how she was inspired to create the program after having her first son. Once the idea formed, she put it into practice with her second, and her pregnancy was so much easier.

In today’s episode, Giovanni Negron-Garcia is the proud owner of GioEffect Life Coaching and Public Speaking, LLC. Mr. Negron-Garcia is an aspiring author, motivational speaker, certified life coach, and first-generation college student. Giovanni is currently self-publishing his own book, “Passion, Purpose, and the Pursuit of Happiness” (which will be available for pre-sale on February 26th at 12 pm ET).

In this episode, Raymond C. Tyler continues his conversation with Deborah Smart about monetizing and creating assets in your business as a visual artist, writer, and entrepreneur.

Raymond C. Tyler, otherwise known as "The Curator" shares with Deborah his experience of growing through the process. In this episode, he talks about his experience as a child being influenced by the books his mother introduced into his life, and the television shows he watched with his father. He explains how he dared to dream of being someone who influenced others with his passion for art, poetry, and media communications.

My guest for this episode is Beatrice Sanabria-Caraballo. We had a wonderful time getting to know each other and talking about how she grew into the communication professional that she is.

She talks about how she moved out of her comfort zone while being actively involved at her children’s school. Although we didn’t get into how she moved from placing artwork throughout the schoolrooms and hallways; she is very transparent about the process which helped her grow to become the Founder & President of BMC Network Communications LLC, the parent company of The World Around Us talk show on CTF-TV Christian Network and La Gitana talk show on WBNC Break-N-Chainz Radio 91.3.

In this episode, Deborah Smart, CEO, and Founder of One Smart Lady Productions dedicates her talk to her brother, Dr. Eric Owen Wilson. Dr. Wilson passed away on November 3, 2021. She introduces this month's theme, "Leaving A Legacy" by talking about the legacy her brother left.

Valerie Stancill talks about her experience with Online Dating and how it turned into a nightmare. Abuse comes in all forms shapes and sizes. She cautions you as you go through the process of looking for your soul mate, that you carefully move through the process. There are red flags that everyone, male and female should know.

Dr. Lillie Coley talks in today's episode about her experience with murder/suicide as a child; advocating for people of color who do not have economic power and her vision for the Nation Wide Prayer Network. She is the Founder and CEO of Community Empowerment Organization and author of "My Story". She is passionate about empowering, nurturing, and enhancing a deeper appreciation of self-worth, self-identity, and economic development of our current and next generations.

LaVeta Cameron is an actress, martial artist, and drummer. These are just three of her core skills. She is also a writer, producer, director, and actress in the movie "Red Light". A film being released in June 2022. The subject of this film is human trafficking. That is why I select LaVeta to talk about not only the film but also her experience as the master martial arts instructor at her school, Storms of Defense. 

Creating Sanctuaries continues the conversation about Domestic Violence and Abuse Awareness. Deborah talks about her experiences with domestic violence in multiple marriages and how she has learned to create a sanctuary to keep her mind at ease and focused on her daily life.

She admits without the Lord's loving guidance, mercy, and grace, she does not know what her life would be like today. She truly likes who she is and what she has become despite the abuse she experienced as a child and married woman.

Note: The pdf mentioned in this episode will not be available. After reviewing it, it needs to be updated and then posted at a later date.

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-SAFE (5433)    Dating Abuse and Violence Text: LOVEIS to 77054

Today’s episode begins a new theme for the month of October. “Creating Sanctuaries”. Writing is a wonderful way to create a safe environment to relieve stress and emotional pain. Today’s guest is Patricia Middleton, author, poetess and founder of Poetrica Publishing. She talks about her background when she began writing, how it has become a passion to help others tell their stories. 

Doreen Rainey works with ambitious, high-achieving go-getters driven to design a purposeful and impactful life by deepening the learning about WHO they are and WHY they are, so they can experience authentic success.

Her signature RADICAL Success Method teaches the foundation for exploring an internal transformation to experience external results. Its focus on examining mindset, beliefs, habits, and behaviors positions her clients to accelerate to their next level. She’s witnessed people take the coaching concepts shared through her process and completely transform their career, business, finances, and relationships.

Regina Andler, Founder & CLS - Autumn Ascent Consulting

As you build your business, whether it is a structural business or a solo entrepreneur, it is important to build genuine relationships. A transactional business known as "one and done" does not give you stability and longevity. 

Terri Levine, Ph.D. & the founder of Heart-repreneur® Business Consulting. She has coached 6,000+ clients over the past 4 decades and helped them build 6- and 7-figure businesses that generate income, impact, and lifestyle. Terri's "Heart-Centered" method to generate leads while creating trust & eliminating burnout

She is a best-selling author of 40+ books & featured in more than 1500 publications. Her journey has taken her to appear on more than 20 national media channels and is poised to help you turbocharge your business growth.

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