Women Entrepreneurs Radio

Rewind episode: Karen Donaldson is an award winning, #1 multi Best Selling Author of 3 books. She is also the owner of Karen Donaldson Inc., and the brands; Speak and Get Booked and Speak Confident. She is a Certified Confidence Coach, Communication and Body Language Expert, Executive Public Speaking Coach and International Speaker. Karen has been speaking and coaching for over 20 years, showing individuals exactly how to take powerful action and own their voice, increase their impact and confidence whenever they speak (verbally and non-verbally). She is the secret weapon behind many CEO's, senior executives, successful entrepreneurs and politicians across North America and the UK, as she guides them and helps them to increase their capacity to authentically connect and engage as they lead and communicate. With her dynamic and interactive style as an expert speaker and coach, she moves her audience and clients into action and shows any "ready and willing" individual, how to become that leader who knows how to

In this episode Deb shares the pros and cons for authors who want to sell their books directly to readers.  She's presenting a new webinar based on her popular workshop,  "How Authors Can Sell Their Books Direct."  For more information and to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-authors-can-sell-their-books-direct-tickets-1020272852567?aff=oddtdtcreator Sat Sept. 28th 1pm - 2:30 pm EDT We’ll cover popular online platforms you can use for your storefront, how to get paid, how to deliver your books (and audio books) after the sale & more. A store setup checklist and a webinar replay will be available for registered participants.  Deb is the author of multiple fantasy and futuristic romance novels. Her short stories have won awards from the Philadelphia Writers’ Conference and have been published in US1 Magazine and the Sun.  She’s presented workshops to organizations including the  Liberty States Writers Conference, Sayreville Public Library, Carteret Public Library, Piscataway Public Library, SavvyAu

In this overview, host Deb Bailey talks about about why authors should consider blogging (or rebooting their blogs) to add to their author toolkit.  She's the author of multiple fantasy and futuristic romance novels. Her short stories have won awards from the Philadelphia Writers’ Conference and have been published in US1 Magazine and the Sun.  In addition to her fiction work, she’s published three non-fiction books including, “Think Like an Entrepreneur: Transforming Your Career and Taking Charge of Your Life.”  She’s presented workshops to organizations including the  Liberty States Writers Conference, Sayreville Public Library, Carteret Public Library, Piscataway Public Library, SavvyAuthors.com, RWA Aged 2 Perfection, Hearts Through History, and Fantasy, Futuristic & Paranormal groups. About the Blogging for Authors course: Discover the Power of Blogging to Elevate Your Author Journey Are you an author looking to expand your reach, connect with your readers, and effectively market your books? Whether

In this overview of her popular course, "Podcasting for Authors" host Deborah Bailey shares key points  authors should know when considering whether to start a podcast. Her 26-page workbook provides steps including planning, buying equipment, distribution and marketing. Find out how authors and other creatives can use podcasts to promote and market their books, content, and products.  She's the author of multiple fantasy and futuristic romance novels. Her short stories have won awards from the Philadelphia Writers’ Conference and have been published in US1 Magazine and the Sun.  In addition to her fiction work, she’s published three non-fiction books including, “Think Like an Entrepreneur: Transforming Your Career and Taking Charge of Your Life.”  She’s presented workshops to organizations including the  Liberty States Writers Conference, Sayreville Public Library, Carteret Public Library, Piscataway Public Library, SavvyAuthors.com, RWA Aged 2 Perfection, Hearts Through History, and Fantasy, Futuristic &

Rewind episode: Kym Niles is a vivacious leader, magnetic mentor and a Fitness Expert as seen on City TV News, Cp24, CTV News, Breakfast Television and Women's Health Magazine to name a few. Kym takes a holistic approach that connects your mind and body resulting in a wholesome outcome. Kym's grassroots approach to personal training is attributed to 15 years+ of experience with a blended background in martial arts, certified Personal Trainer with CanFit Pro, FMS Level 1 and 2, Agatsu Kettlebell Level 1, Yoga Fit Level 1 and 2, Bosu Certified, Trigger Point Certified and Muscle Testing Level One. Fueled by her core values: integrity, respect, love and gratitude, Kym has made a name for herself in the Toronto non-profit and social sector as a inspirational speaker by acting on her philanthropic duty to start her non-profit organization: Selflove Youth Wellness and Empowerment. Her organization now serves high schools in marginalized communities across the GTA, equipping youth with substantial tools to discover

Donna A. Campbell, an experienced mental health professional with over thirty years of experience, brings a unique approach to healthcare. As the founder of Campbell Coaching and Consulting Group, she has pioneered personal and organizational training and development, earning recognition for her ability to enhance individual and corporate performance. Donna's professional tenure has given her deep insights into the effects of chronic circumstantial stressors on individuals' psychological health and the adverse effects on their personal and professional lives. Donna's journey led her to establish Campbell Coaching & Consulting Group with a clear mission: To empower individuals to live their lives based on their design, not their circumstances. As an RN Psychotherapist, Mental Health Specialist, Personal and Organizational Development Consultant, and Speaker, she is dedicated to this cause. https://www.campbellconsultinggroup.ca/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consultdonna LinkedIn: https://www.l

Rewind episode: Porscha Sterling is an influencer, publisher, and national bestselling author who is widely considered the exemplar of self-publishing success in the digital age. Winner of the SHEEN Magazine Literary Excellence Award, she’s best known for her book series Bad Boys Do It Better. Sterling holds an MBA, which helped her in the development of her publishing company, Royalty Publishing House, a stronghold in the African-American literary community, publishing many top-selling novels in the urban, contemporary romance, interracial romance, and women’s fiction genres. Sterling has also partnered with fellow best-selling author and publisher, Leo Sullivan, on the launch of a mobile app, known as the LiT Reading App, which connects readers with exclusive material from independent authors.  To find out more information about Porscha Sterling, visit all of the social media outlets at @Porscha_Sterling Website: https://www.porschasterling.com/ PS Publishing: https://www.porschasterling.com/ps-publishing I

Rewind episode: Ever the expressive and dramatic child, Tanea Smith dreamed of a career as an actress until an unplanned pregnancy at the age of 19 would change the course of her life. An avid journalist since the age of 11, Tanea has always been a lover of words and had a passion for paper. After 13 years as an Executive Assistant, it was while on maternity leave after the birth of her daughter in 2007 that she began thinking about designing a stationery collection of her own. With the name of a popular song from the 1980’s as her foundation and lots of support from her family, She’s Got Papers was borne. Launched in July 2008 and designed specifically for women is a collection of note cards with illustrations and original quotes that promote positive self love and positive body image, celebrates the power of female friendship and encourages gratitude and in a way that is powerful, witty and thought provoking. While her intention is to carry on the tradition of proper etiquette through letter writing, Tanea’

Heather Perren found Lagree Fitness after having triplets in 2010. She was looking for a workout to get her back into shape and after one workout, the choice was clear.  Before long, Heather was obsessed with the workout and in 2015, when the kids were entering Kindergarten, she decided to get certified in the Lagree Method. In 2020, Heather was hand selected and appointed by Sebastien Lagree as a Senior Master Trainer for Lagree Fitness. Heather is also certified in Prenatal and Postnatal Fitness. In 2020, Heather pivoted from teaching in studio on the Lagree Megaformer to the new Lagree Microformer with virtual workouts.  Thanks to a loyal following, she became an online sensation with her creative and inspiring workouts, which allowed her to form Lagreeing at Home with her co-founder, Lexi Heinzer. She loves how the virtual platform has allowed her to connect to fitness enthusiasts around the world.
 She loves creating workouts that flow to allow for the maximum intensity and ultimate endurance challenge

Jennifer Dawn is the founder of Jennifer Dawn Coaching and the creator of the Best Planner Ever. She began her entrepreneurial career selling apples off her grandfather’s tree because a lemonade stand was so “yesterday”. Jennifer is a serial entrepreneur who has grown two multi-million-dollar businesses and is a successful speaker and author. She serves high-achieving entrepreneurs through private business coaching and hands-on workshops. Jennifer is a master at setting and achieving goals, problem-solving, profitability, and cash flow. She is also the host of the top-rated podcast, Happy Productive with Jennifer Dawn. A mother of three children, Jennifer currently lives in Rhinebeck, New York with her family. She loves to spend time with her family, ride horses, travel, and coach/mentor others. https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/ https://bestplannerever.com https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/jenniferdawn8 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdawn https://www.facebook

Angela Ficken, LICSW is a full-time psychotherapist in private practice. She specializes in OCD, eating disorders, and anxiety-related concerns. She started her career at McLean Hospital, which is one of the top-ranking psychiatric hospitals in the country and is affiliated with Harvard University. She was the head social worker on an inpatient unit that focuses on anxiety and depression. During her time at McLean, she trained in exposure therapy and became certified in CBT and DBT. Shortly thereafter, she worked at Harvard University as a primary therapist for undergraduate and graduate students. During her time there, she taught students CBT and DBT skills to help them manage a range of challenging emotions that young adults face daily. Along with her work at McLean and Harvard, Angela had a small private practice for years before she decided to move full-time in 2013. From there, she focused her attention on working with young adults and entrepreneurs primarily after noticing that both groups struggl

Jessica Hendry Nelson is the author of the upcoming memoir, Joy Rides Through the Tunnel of Grief, which includes essays on love, wonder, and the fierce bonds between women. It was the winner of the 2022 Sue William Silverman Prize in Creative Nonfiction from the Association of Writers & Writing Programs (AWP).  Her book, If Only You People Could Follow Directions (2014), was selected as a best debut book by the Indies Introduce New Voices program, the Indies Next List by the American Booksellers' Association, named a Best Book of the Year by Kirkus Review, received starred reviews in Kirkus and Publisher's Weekly, was reviewed on NPR and twice in Oprah Magazine, and was a finalist for the Vermont Book Award She is also co-author of the textbook and anthology Advanced Creative Nonfiction: A Writers’ Guide and Anthology (Bloomsbury, 2021) along with the writer Sean Prentiss.   Her work has appeared in The Threepenny Review, Prairie Schooner, North American Review, Tin House, The Los Angeles Review of

Sue Ann Baksh Lorray is a manager with one of the Top 5 banks in Canada. With 25+ years' experience in the Financial Industry and 10 years as a Financial Advisor, Sue Ann’s goal is to educate and empower others. She is a member of a Diversity and Inclusion Committee that supports fair treatment in the workplace by ensuring those with diverse backgrounds are valued and respected. She is also a volunteer with Junior Achievement teaching the "Dollars With Sense" and "More Than Money" financial literacy programs to Grade 5 & 6 students.  As a people and thought leader, Sue Ann’s passion is advocating for others, specifically women and children. Along with her husband, Sue Ann is founder of a non-profit organization, Life To The Fullest, providing mentorship programs and services to individuals who want to improve their lives but may not know where to start or just need assistance to learn and develop strategies for success. Some of the programs provided are Personal Development Workshops, Communicatio

Jenn Adamson is an executive-level mindset and manifestation coach, #1 International Bestselling Author, Registered Nurse and will be a featured speaker at Tedx Huntington Beach in September 2023. Prior to coaching, Jenn consulted Fortune 500 Companies in sustainability practices. After 8 years of climbing the corporate ladder though, Jenn felt the pull to pivot and align into her purpose. Today, she specializes in empowering leaders to access their flow so they can live an abundant, innovative, and joyful life without the hustle. Jenn brings a unique perspective to her coaching practice, combining her expertise in healthcare and science with her passion for personal growth and transformation. Jenn has a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from the University of Colorado and a Bachelor's degree from Colorado State University. She also lived in India for 6 months to study Eastern traditional medicine including Aryuveda and Yoga; and is certified in Neuro Quantum Wiring. LinkedIn /in/iamjennadamson/ FB /iamjennad

Rewind episode: How to Grow Your Business with Collaboration (Not Competition) with Karen Bate, Founder & President of KB Concepts P.R.  A former journalist and Congressional press secretary, Karen Bate founded KB Concepts P.R. 10 years ago. She and her team brand companies and nonprofits; position organizations to achieve their mission and goals; garner key media placements; and harness the variety of social media tools to tell clients' stories and inspire others to support them. Great Ideas for Good Causes is not just her company tagline; it is the guiding philosophy of her work. Karen also co-founded and ran Awesome Women (AWE), an award-winning networking group for women business owners with six chapters throughout the DC region, from 2014-2020, before merging AWE with the Arlington Chamber of Commerce to become the Chamber's Women in Business Program. Karen passionately believes collaboration – not competition – and women supporting women are crucial to success in business and in life. https://kbconc

Sabina M. Pons is a management consultant whose focus is on driving revenue protection and growth for technology companies. In her 20+ year career, she has led global corporate teams, managed multi-million-dollar P&Ls, and built teams from the ground up. Now, she serves as the Managing Director of the emerging management consulting company, Growth Molecules. As an expert, Sabina has spoken at the Gainsight Pulse and SaaStr Annual Conferences, presented at HubSpot Grow, spoke at multiple sales kickoff events, and has been featured in the media, including CustomerThink, Rising Tide Podcast, The Customer Success Makeover Show, NPS I Love You Podcast, among many others. With a master’s degree in Communication, Leadership & Organizational Behavior from Gonzaga University and a bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of Southern California, Sabina is passionate about igniting corporate transformational change. She also sits on several boards, participates in many mentorship programs, and rec

Amy Feind Reeves is the Founder and CEO of JobCoachAmy, where she leverages her 25+ years of experience as an executive and hiring manager to help professionals at all levels of their careers find and keep jobs that make them happy. Her corporate consulting practice focuses on career coaching for Millennials and Generation Z, as well as consulting on practical approaches to implementing improved management practices.  As a sought-after expert, speaker, and career coach, Amy works globally with clients across a wide variety of industries including finance, consulting, media, consumer products, technology, and healthcare.  Her functional expertise--gained from nearly two decades of working with companies and organizations to reduce costs, increase revenue, and improve processes--is significant across all areas of business operations.  Prior to launching her business, Amy held a variety of positions including commercial banker, global management consultant, corporate executive, and non-profit executive. Her pass

Rewind episode: Known to many as, "Ms. Cindy," Cindy Tawiah is the creator and owner of the Diva By Cindy hair care system and its philanthropic efforts, The Diva Project. Inspired by a chemistry teacher, at the age of sixteen, Cindy began experimenting with making beauty products. Her love of chemistry never left her, and in 2007, Cindy created the Diva By Cindy hair care product line. Prior to creating the Diva By Cindy hair care system, Cindy worked as a registered nurse for 13 years. Her bedside manner transcended the traditional medical field and became the impetus for her entrepreneurial efforts. Cindy is passionate about women and serving their whole being, and it shows through her outreach. Cindy created Diva By Cindy products to enrich and inspire women by giving them a superb product that transforms their lives by stopping the hair from shedding and breaking and stimulates healthy hair growth. Ultimately, Cindy seeks to heal, restore, and transform women. One way she achieves this mission is through

Alma Zaragoza-Petty, PhD, is a Mexicana social justice advocate and scholar who teaches equity to create change. Born in Los Angeles but raised in Acapulco, Mexico, for much of her childhood, she is the daughter of immigrant parents and a first-generation high school and college graduate. Zaragoza-Petty has a master's degree in counseling and a doctorate in education and has worked in higher education for more than twenty years. She has served as an academic advisor, as a professor, and in research and evaluation for a nonprofit organization.    In her new book Chingona: Owning Your Inner Badass for Healing and Justice (from Broadleaf Books) Zaragoza-Petty shares about the chingona spirit she began to claim within herself and leads us toward the courage required to speak up and speak out against oppressive systems.   Website: https://thedoczp.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thedoczp/   The Red Couch Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/redcouchpodcast   Buy the book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/chingona-owni

Dr. Tomi White Bryan has long been fascinated with creating maps and tools that simplify the complexities of life. She has used these tools to become a lawyer, university professor, compliance and leadership consultant, executive coach, and senior leader in two global organizations.   Her latest book is, Emotional Intelligence 3.0: How to Stop Playing Small in a Really Big Universe. She has written four other self-help books, three of them under the pen name Tommy Llama.   An avid learner, she believes life is a grand adventure. When she isn’t sitting on the back porch of her North Carolina home with her tennis-loving husband and tennis-ball-fetching black lab, she enjoys her latest career as a coach, keynote speaker, and facilitator. https://www.tomibryan.com/     Deborah Bailey is a writer and host of Women Entrepreneurs Radio podcast. Learn more about her and her books and writing courses at: https://DebBaileyWriter.com For Deborah's paranormal and fantasy romance fiction, visit: https://AuthorDebBailey.co