#whatshesaidproject
By Shannon Ivey
#whatshesaidproject Apr 10, 2020
Change Nerds Unite: Meet The Comeback Coach-Rachel Bailey Gaddis
Rachel Bailey Gaddis, The Comeback Coach, is my OG bestie. We go way back.
Rachel is a married woman (she/her) who is now a career coach. She's also my first reader and a brilliant personal strategist. She's also a cancer survivor.
I am so happy to introduce her to you, and how we both landed together, at this time, both coaching.
How wonderful to have walked through so many large changes and witnessed each other in each phase.
In each of our big changes, we have been there for each other.
How to find out more about Rachel and her work here.
Book Recc: Helping: How To Offer, Give, and Receive Help.
Year of Nos: Interview with Tayler Simon of Liberation is Lit (#2!)
Y'all need to know Tayler Simon of Liberation is Lit.
She's a poet, self-publishing book coach, and the woman behind the brand Liberation is Lit: a movement that to places stories written by BIPOC, queer, and disabled in the spotlight.
She's on a mission, and, in episode 2 we discuss why writing your story in written form is a movement builder, how reading narratives help us be better listeners, and, a favorite topic of mine: how young is too young to write for the movement? Tayler is interested in supporting youth in creative writing and discusses how fiction can be an avenue for folks interested in this movement.
And this, of course, is how I got started, storytelling, in advocating for myself and coaching others.
Find out more about Tayler and support Liberation is Lit here.
Support Tayler's opening of a bookstore here.
Year Of Nos with Tayler Simon of Liberation is Lit
Y'all need to know Tayler Simon of Liberation is Lit. She's a poet, self publishing book coach, and the woman behind the brand that's looking to place stories written by BIPOC, queer, and disabled in the spotlight.
She's on a mission, but in this episode (1/2) we discuss why leaving academia and nonprofit work saved her own life.
And this, of course, is how I got started, too!
Find out more about Tayler and support Liberation is Lit here.
Support Tayler's opening of a bookstore through coaching here.
Year of Nos with Poet Evelyn Berry
I'm thrilled to welcome Evelyn Berry back to our podcast!
I know you can't see the cover by listening, but you so can if you go to Evelyn's website: https://evelynberrywriter.com/
There, you can find all of the brilliant info on buying the book, working with Evie, and hearing her speak (so so good)!
Year of Nos: Interview with Dr. Cynthia Phelps
Cynthia Phelps, PhD - Founder, InnerAlly Inc
Cynthia@InnerAlly.comInnerAlly.com
FB Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/InnerAllies
Insta: @innerally
Twitter: @innerallyT
he Gentle Path to Change - https://cynthiaphelps.com/release-the-habit/
Year of Nos: Interview with Poet Willie Kinard III
Poet Willie Kinard III has published a book, and we at the #whatshesaidproject LOVE Willie.
Find out more about Willie @ https://www.williekinard.com
Find out more about Shannon @ https://www.shannon-ivey.com
Year of Nos: with Dr. Sarah Cooper
The Year of Nos Project is a outcropping of the work of Shannon Ivey, coach and creative. The interviews for this part of the #whatshesaidproject bring all the boys, girls, and nonbinary folks to the yard to discuss creativity, resilience, and smart hacks to moving your life and creative work forward.
Canadian-American poet Dr. Sarah Cooper is a Canadian-American scholar and poet. She is the author of two poetry collections: Permanent Marker (Paper Nautilus, 2020) and 89% (Clemson University Press 2022). Her poems also appear in Lunch, Sinister Wisdom, Iron Horse and in Poem-A-Day. As a professor she has received the Holman Award for teaching, was a 2021 LGBTQ+ Faculty Excellence Award winner, a 2022 Gentry Award winner for teaching excellence and the 2022 Tee A. Corrine Fellow at the University of Oregon. Currently she is the Assistant Director of Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies as well as a professor in the Interdisciplinary Studies Department Clemson University.
FMI and to connect with Dr. Cooper:
http://www.sarahcooperpoet.com
https://www.instagram.com/scoops_scoops/
FMI on Shannon Ivey:
www.shannon-ivey.com
https://www.instagram.com/yesitsshannonivey
Year of Nos: Ambiguous Loss
What do dating, social selling, and putting your work out in the world have in common??
Rejection. Loss.
But what if you don't get a clear rejection? What if it feels like you've been ghosted?
In this episode, Shannon discusses ambiguous loss as a part of the process of moving your life forward.
FMI on Shannon:
shannon-ivey.com
shannon@whatshesaidproject.com
Year of Nos Interview with poet Jennifer Bartell Boykin
Jennifer Bartell is a poet and teacher from Columbia, SC. She was born and raised in Bluefield, a community of Johnsonville, SC. She received the MFA in Poetry from the University of South Carolina. Her poetry has been published in Obsidian, Callaloo, pluck!, As/Us, Jasper Magazine, the museum americana, Scalawag, and Kakalak, among others. An alumna of Agnes Scott College, Jennifer has fellowships from Callaloo and The Watering Hole. She teaches high school English. Website: https://jenniferbartellpoet.com/ Finishing Line Press for her book: https://www.finishinglinepress.com/product/traveling-mercy-by-jennifer-bartell/ Year of Nos on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553380227419 If you know you need the right coach on this journey, then let's chat: shannon@whatshesaidproject.com
Writing Our Queer Histories Reading
𝘞𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘘𝘶𝘦𝘦𝘳 𝘏𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴: 𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘢 𝘸𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘓𝘎𝘉𝘛𝘘+ 𝘩𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘦𝘺𝘰𝘯𝘥.
This past August, 14 LGBTQ+-identified writers from the Columbia area gathered in @uofsclibraries Hollings Library for a writing workshop led by @edmaddensc. The purpose of the workshop was to use writing to illuminate the queer archives available for public use, including Historic Columbia's LGBTQ Columbia History Initiative. Following the workshop, writers were given a month or so to write and think about their queer histories—engaged with the past, driven by the present moment, and looking toward the future.💫
This writing was compiled into the chapbook that was released during SC Pride 2023.
Special thanks to #JosephBruce for funding this meaningful project, to @scpridemovement for co-hosting and promoting the event, and to @curiositycoffeebar for your hospitality!
EP 42: Are you addicted to work?
Shannon discovers some interesting things when she re-records a part of "Women Connected In Wisdom" for the audio book.
Ah, maladaptive responses just keep on giving.
Find out how to stop over working and start living a life that works for you by working with Shannon in her 1:1 coaching practice.
Email her at shannon@whatshesaidproject.com to get started.
Ep 40: Coaching + Enneagram = LOVE
Shannon Ivey MFA, AEA, PCC is a Professional Certified Coach, an award winning storyteller, Tedx speaker, and actor/director. She is super into coaching folks who know there's more they want in this life, but need an 8w7 in their corner.
Oh good, you found her!
More here:
@yesitshannonivey
Ep 39: I let ChatGPT coach me.
Shannon Ivey MFA AEA PCC is a professional certified coach and award winning creator. She loves a good story, and sometimes, like right now, does a little something to keep it interesting.
She'd love to stay in touch with you:
IG: @yesitshannonivey
Ep 38: The Ethical Maverick: The joys and struggles of my Enneagram Diagnosis (8w7)
Shannon Ivey, founder of the #whatshesaidproject is in an ethical quandry, and seems to need to talk to you daily about it. She's an ICF Certified Professional Coach and Creative and loves using her strengths to help get you unstuck and loving your life.
More here:
@yesitshannonivey
shannon@whatshesaidproject.com
Ep 37: The real story of how my client made 11K in 7 days.
EP 36: How I survived, thrived, and almost died: On NOT Belonging Anywhere
Shannon Ivey MFA AEA PCC is an ICF Certified Coach and Career Creative who is finally talking about the things that matter. Maybe to you, too?
Let's connect!
@yesitshannonivey on IG
Ep 35: Feel The Fear and Do It Anyway.
Shannon Ivey MFA AEA PCC is a ICF Certified Coach and Creative Fairy Godmother.
She's especially skilled at working with ambitious, talented, creative folks who need a little tweaking to their the work out into the world, and get paid well in the process.
Want more info?
Ep 34: My super simple 4 step training on how to get what you want.
You were raised to need the least and give the most.
That ish isn't working, is it? Nope.
Here's my four part video training on how to:
1. Name it.
2. Claim it.
3. Try it!
3.5-4. BONUS: PRACTICE!
Ep 33: Overcome Insurance Fear with Isabel Drucker
Isabel Drucker is my insurance guru. I met Isabel in 2020 when I was in full freak out over losing my job during the pandemic. She has proven invaluable to my entrepreneurial journey.
In this episode, Isabel demystifies
* the marketplace,
* health insurance,
*why rates can vary,
*and how working with an independent agent is invaluable for entrepreneurs whose income can vary.
She also tells her origin story which created a mission driven business success as a mom with a van full of kids.
Find more about her: https://insurancesolutionsbyisabel.com/
Ep 32: Good Girl Syndrome is ruining your business, and how to stop.
Shannon Ivey, MFA AEA PCC is a Professional Certified Coach with ICF and in life long recovery from GOOD GIRL syndrome.
In this episode, she talks about
1. How she discovered it (harvard implicit bias test).
2. Where these biases come from.
3. How they are getting in the way of success for herself and others.
She also has some tips and tricks about how to overcome it.
Shannon will also tell folks how to book their own VIP session in April and May, which is a great way to claim your space, your voice, and chart your success!
EP 31: OVER IT with the Nope Coach Suzanne Culberg
Suzanne Culberg is called the The NOPE COACH, and we at the #whatshesaidproject ADORE her message.
More on Suzanne:
Suzanne Culberg is an author and coach who helps over-givers and people pleasers learn to set boundaries and say 'No' without feeling mean.Suzanne is known for her straight-talking and her wacky t-shirts. She lives in Sydney, Australia with her husband and 2 awesome children.
Website: suzanneculberg.com
Ep 30 With NEA Creative Writing Fellow Evelyn Berry
Shannon Ivey, of the #whatshesaidproject, interviews 2023 NEA Creative Writing Fellow Evelyn Berry. They talk craft, voice, courage, and career.
More on Evelyn:
Evelyn Berry (she/her) is the trans, southern author of the forthcoming poetry collection GRIEF SLUT (Sundress Publications, 2024) and the poetry chapbook BUGGERY (Bateau Press, 2020), winner of the 2020 BOOM Chapbook Prize. She has been the recipient of a 2023 National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship, 2022 Dr. Linda Veldheer Memorial Prize, 2019 Broad River Prize for Prose, and 2018 Emrys Poetry Prize, among other honors. Her recent work has appeared in GASHER, Beloit Poetry Journal, Raleigh Review, Gigantic Sequins, Anti-Heroin Chic, petrichor, beestung, Taco Bell Quarterly, Underblong, and elsewhere.
Find her here: www.evelynberrywriter.com
Ep 29: Change through Movement with Coach Shekauria Foster
I adore this woman, and am excited to introduce her to you! Shekauria is a life coach and personal trainer. We get nerdy about movement and life satisfaction.
Follow Shekauria on facebook @shekauriafoster and on Insta @theglitz_fitnessbit!
Bonus Wisdom Nugget: Why I hired a coach in December. On clarity and support and pace. With Margery Bailey
Margery and I had WAY too much fun in our convo, and this nugget felt like it needed it's own space.
Whatcha think?
Ep 28: The Art of Negotiation with Margery Bailey
Margery Bailey, of Lively Columbia SC, is back in conversation with host Shannon Ivey. In this episode, they drill down on:
1. The benefits of home ownership
2. The art of negotiation
3. Why they both dislike the word "salesperson."
4. Why Maslow agrees you can't write the great American novel while living in your car.
What's your favorite part?
Like, share, and rate us 5 stars!
Ep 27 Intro to Somatic Energetics (A coaching episode with my friend Margery Bailey!)
In this episode, coach and creative Shannon Ivey talks story and truth and energy with actress, singer, yoga teacher, and realtor Margery Bailey.
Buckle up for this energetic (lol) convo and get a taste of two coaching tools Shannon will be obsessively talking about : LaBon and The Model.
Episode 25: Story Slams are back!
Shannon Ivey, Founder of the #whatshesaidproject and lover of a good story, is bringing Story Slams back to Columbia, SC.
Info: September 14th at 7 pm
Location: Femme X in Columbia, SC
Episode 24: Inspired Speaking with Katie Zenger of Zenger Strategies
In this episode, Shannon interviews Katie Zenger of Zenger Strategies about the upcoming new course: Inspired Speaking.
For more information and to register:
Episode 23: Am I Queer Enough for Pride? With Caitlin Fisher 1/2
Caitlin Fisher is back with us to talk about Pride, gender, queerness with the topic "Am I Queer enough for Pride?."
This conversation was so good, we needed it to be two episodes.
Find Caitlin on facebook, instagram, and their website (and book)!
See you soon for part 2!
#pride #gender #queer #identity #binary #questioning #trans #lgbtqia #learn #beyondthebinary #binary #male #female #they #bi
Episode 22: Ready For Love, a story for Father's Day with Connie L. Johnson
Our beloved Connie is back with a beautiful sweeping tale of a daughter and her father and love.
Oh, and she sings again.
We do love it when Connie sings.
Want to chat more about your story? www.whatshesaidproject.com
Got a story you want to send me? shannon@whatshesaidproject.com
Episode 21: Virtual Story Slam with Shannon Ivey!
Ok Fine.
Shannon Ivey finally agreed to tell a story from her pandemic experience. Beyond being in a statistic of mothers who had job loss due to child care obligations and shifts in the workforce during the pandemic, her realization was a deeply personal one.
Here's she discovered FOR SURE about herself and her kid during the pandemic.
This is our last story of this spring, but we will be back in the fall with a new Story Slam (or something fun).
As always, thank you so much to the South Carolina Arts Commission for supporting me with a Quarterly Artist Grant to support this work. It means the world.
Episode 20: Virtual Story Slam with Pamela McAllister Vandervelde
This Episode with Pamela deals with life and death, grief and wakeup calls.
She didn't know it, but she is on the pain point of one of the biggest life questions you can be asked.
She's a new storyteller, but her wisdom and advice is expert level.
Enjoy.
Thanks again to South Carolina Arts Commission for their support of Virtual Story Slams!
Episode 19: Virtual Story Slam with Jess Willis!
Jess is a storyteller, theatre artist, and all around creative love bug that brought us a story about hanging out with herself during the pandemic, and what she found out.
Thank you Jess.
We so resonate with this, and promise to work on our nonproductive and really unkind smack talking our brilliant selves.
Thanks to the SC Arts Commisssion for their support of this Spring Virtual Story Slam!
Episode 18: Virtual Story Slam with Mel Trimble!
Many years ago, a former SCSU student told me that if I didn't know Mel Trimble, the world wasn't right with her.
Mel Trimble is a multitalented drama therapist (and only one in SC) and certified drama teacher, and an excellent storyteller.
Her story is one you will want to listen to multiple times, so subscribe!
Many many thanks to the @scartscommission for funding this season.
It's big brave work in little nuggets, and I couldn't be prouder to share it with you.
Please follow/subscribe/comment on iTunes to help us get found by more folks just like you!
Episode 17: Virtual Story Slam With Jessica Green Thonen!
Jessica is having none of it.
With good reason.
I mean, she WANTED to, then...something broke.
We hear you, Jess.
Thank you for modeling it so...artistically for us.
In our second episode of the Spring 21 Virtual Story Slam focused on women's pandemic realizations, Jessica Green Thonen sends us a CLEAR message (and a really gorgeous reminder).
Thanks from the #whatshesaidproject to the SC ARTS COMMISSION for a Artist Project Support Grant, which is supporting this work.
FMI: linktr.ee/whatshesaidproject
Episode 16: Virtual Story Slam Spring 2021 With Martha Hearn
This spring, on the one year anniversary of the COVID shut down, we asked women some questions:
-What did you learn about you during COVID?
-What did this time mean for you?
-How did you make it through?
Not unsurprisingly, we got back a LOT of responses.
So, until they are tired of talking about it, we will release these stories. We never tire of listening.
#stories #storyslam #virtual #podcast #women #genderexpansive
S3 E6 Let's Talk Relationships with Kimberly Mathis: Relationship Anarchy!
In this episode, Kimberly Mathis and I talk about Relationship Anarchy, and how looking at autonomy can be empowering for all folks, whether they are relationship or not! We discuss all sorts of relationships, so if you are allergic to #queer or #nontraditional coupling, this might not be for you or your kids. #ra #relationshipanarchy #autonomy #coaching #empowering #love #romantic #platonic #partners #relationship #relationships #power #money
https://theanarchistlibrary.org/library/andie-nordgren-the-short-instructional-manifesto-for-relationship-anarchy
Watch the video: https://youtu.be/0Gj-ZxD5dqI
S3 E5 What THEY Said Project Monthly Takeover with Author and Coach Caitlin Fisher
Caitlin Fisher is back with us! In this episode, Caitlin covers 5 Myths/5 Questions You Shouldn't ask a Queer Person! This episode discusses adult themes of relationships, gender, nonbinary, queer, LGBTQ+. If you are sensitive to these issues, feel free to come back next week. If you have young children, there is mention of genitalia, sexual preferences, and nontraditional relationships, and therefore is not recommended.
FOR EVERYONE ELSE, though, I offer this episode/this series as a way in. Ask your questions! Caitlin will be back once a month in 2021.
Free Mom Hugs Info: freemomhugs.org
My classes on how to be Virtually Awesome: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/christine-gautreaux-and-shannon-ivey-30756609670
S3 E3 Meet Kimberly Mathis, The Liberation Coach
We are thrilled to continue these important conversations with smart folks. This week's episode is a conversation with coach and therapist Kimberly Mathis. We talk about the difference between coaching and therapy, compassionate goal setting, our Year Compass facebook group, and our upcoming workshops. SO GOOD.
Find Kimberly at:
www.kimberlymathis.com
@the.liberationcoach
S3 E2 with author Caitlin Fisher
New things are happening in 2021! This episode is now the #whattheysaidproject, thanks to the astute guidance of our next guest.
Caitlin Fisher is an author, coach and creative. In this episode we talk all things pronouns, gender, queer coding, millennial, and how not to be a jerk.
Caitlin has agreed to come back monthly, so send us your questions: shannon@whatshesaidproject.com
CW: language, LGBTQ discussions ;)
Find out more about Caitlin and their book:
The Gaslighting of the Millennial Generation on Amazon or wherever books are sold online: (bit.ly/GaslightingMillennials)
@CaitlinFisherAuthor on IG and Facebook
@CaitLizFisher on Twitter
S3 E1: Lakeetha's Love Story
In this season, we share stories and interviews of "Love, Light, Levity, and other L words that bring us JOY."
Our first storyteller of the season is actress and drama teacher Lakeetha Blakeney. She shares the LOVE story that came into her life in her 40th year and even during the pandemic.
If you feel moved to do so, we welcome your tips: $LakeethaBlakeney80
If you're super into spreading cash app love, we won't say no: $whatshesaidproject
Stay tuned this season as we roll out the love one episode at a time.
#love #stories #storytelling #storySlam #whatshesaidproject #queer #LGBTQ+ #pride
Shift S2 E8: A Conversation with Actress Arischa Conner (Part 2)
You want more #actingtips and #actingtricks to making your way in the #businessofacting? Our beloved @arischaisastar is dropping knowledge all over the place! And we feel the #love.
This is part 2 of our interview with @arischaisastar. Thanks for listening!
#atlactor #laactor #podcast #shepodcasts #whatshesaidproject
Shift S2 E7: A Conversation with Actress Arischa Conner (Part 1)
In Part 1, we talk with the amazing actress Arischa Conner. She talks about #supportive adults, #creative education, #community, #acting, #film and #tv, and why she decided to go #fulltime to get her #dreamlife. This amazing love bug of a human will leave you wanting more (next week). There are some tips and tricks for #actors, so don't miss this and next week's episode!
Shift S2 E6: A conversation with Serena Hicks: Coach and Founder of Antiracism School
In this conversation, we talk to our newest friend and badass human Serena Hicks, coach and founder of antiracismschool.com. We discuss #antiracism education #coaching #discomfort #blackandbrownbodytrauma #community #shame #goals.
She's amazing, and I want you to go find out about her course launching Tuesday July 21: antiracismschool.com! Also, coaching and more on her page: serenahicks.com.
Shift S2 E5 A Conversation with Ayana Crawford: Organizer, Activist, Consultant, Speaker, Writer, entrepreneuHer, and Community Liaison
In this episode, we meet Ayana Crawford: Organizer, Activist, Consultant, Speaker, Writer, entrepreneuHer, and Community Liaison. We talk organizing, political careers, community activism, antiracist education, self care. She's an emerging leader with a bright future, and we are so lucky to get to know her.
Shift S2 E4: A Conversation with Jazmyne McCrae: Activist, Scholar, and Co-founder of Empower SC
In this epsisode, Jazmyne and I talk about #antiracist values in education, educational reform, the importance of policy, advocacy, and police reform. This amazing young leader will give you great hope for our future.
#antiracist #youngleader #policyreform #blacklivesmattersc #policereform #educationreform #teachers #student
Shift S2 E3: A Conversation with Comedian Tara Brown
In this episode, we chat with comedian Tara Brown about how she found comedy, and how she's using it to lift spirits. #comedy #tarabrowncomedy #conversations #humans
Shift S2 E2: A Conversation with Demetrius Hill: Activist, Artist, Mother, Co-founder of I Can't Breathe, SC
This episode is a conversation with Demetrius Hill, co-founder of I Can't Breathe, SC (also Black Lives Matter SC). We discuss foundational information for white folks interested in learning how to be #antiracist.
Shift 2: A Conversation with Rebecca Davis, co-founder of AR-TIC, LLC
Rebecca Davis is a trauma therapist who co-founded AR-TIC, LLC (anti-racist trauma informed care). Shannon interviews Rebecca about her work, her self, and some guiding principles of anti-racist education.
Virtual Story Slam: Shift 5
On this episode, Shannon explores the changing relationship with her father.