Back in the guest chair is Nicaila Matthews Okome, founder and host of the critically acclaimed Side Hustle Pro podcast. Much has changed since we first checked in with Nicaila on episode 99 in 2017. Nicaila opens up about her #dreamdriving journey and all the new stops she's been on over the past years. From growing her business and brand, having her first live show to becoming a mother during the height of the global COVID-19 pandemic and having life change as she knew it - Nicaila has truly h...
May 09, 2022•58 min•Ep. 308
On this week's episode of the show, I revisit a conversation with Mattie James from 2018! so many gems that are still relevant today! What does it take to succeed as a digital influencer (or dream driver in general)? So many of us often have a plan - or a vision/dream - but face challenges when it comes to execution a.k.a GETTING RESULTS. We chat with Atlanta-based Mattie James - creator of MattieJames.com . Since 2010, Mattie has collaborated with household name brands like Macy’s, Cotton, H&am...
May 02, 2022•59 min•Ep. 307
Environmentalist, fashion designer, and entrepreneur, Niani Phillips shares how she is staying true to her self and art through her company - Not Your Normal Denim. Niani shares the details of her #dreamdriving journey and the lessons she has learned building her brand from the ground up by raising awareness of sustainability in the fashion industry. SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate BROWSE THE BOOKSTORE...
Apr 28, 2022•42 min•Ep. 306
Actor Joseph Sikora - best known for his roles on Power (Tommy Egan) and Ozark (Frank Cosgrove Jr.) opens up about his #dreamdriving journey, lessons he's learned about the road to success from playing such memorable characters, and tips he has for other creatives looking to put their dreams in motion. SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate BROWSE THE BOOKSTORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore SIGN UP ...
Apr 25, 2022•29 min•Ep. 305
Big Dave's Cheesesteaks founder Derrick Hayes opens up about his journey from West Philadelphia to Atlanta - and the hustle, passion, and dedication to his dream that laid the foundation for his brand's success. He openly shares many of the challenges he faced in the early days and the POSITIVE MINDSET that served as fuel through it all. Derrick gives Dream Drivers the game plan for how to succeed in our current times and why believing in yourself has to be at the top of the TO DO list. DERRICK'...
Apr 18, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 304
We check back in with Black Girl Sunscreen creator and founder Shontay Lundy as she shares the growth the brand has experienced since our first conversation back in July 2020 (episode 245). Shontay shares the new challenges of building a growing sun care EMPIRE and the personal growth she has experienced as a result. She also shares why she believes Dreams In Drive is such an important platform for telling our stories and the impact that the show has had on her own telling of her experience as a...
Apr 12, 2022•56 min•Ep. 303
Ever heard of "toxic positivity?" Therapist Whitney Goodman share examples and client stories that reveal how damaging toxic positivity can be in our lives as dream drivers. She shares simple ways to experience and work through difficult emotions and how doing this leads to more authenticity, connection, and growth—and ultimately, a path to showing up as you truly are. SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate B...
Apr 04, 2022•31 min•Ep. 302
Guess what? It’s okay to be professionally selfish. It's okay to quit your current job for that job that is going to pay you more. It's okay to pursue higher earnings unapologetically. You have BIG dreams and sometimes those BIG dreams require BIG MOVES. Wealth-building advocate, career expert and Brown Ambition podcast co-host Mandi Woodruff-Santos shares her #dreamdriving journey and the keys to success that helped her quit her way rich and can help you do the same! Mandi shares what she did t...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 301
What's the biggest takeaway after producing, editing, and releasing 300 episodes of Dreams In Drive? In this special episode, I reflect on lessons learned along the past six years and what I want you, dear Dream Driver, to remember along your own journeys as well. *SHOP DREAMS IN DRIVE MERCHANDISE* USE CODE "300" FOR 30% OFF! http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop *SUBSCRIBE TO "THE KEYS" NEWSLETTER: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join *DONATE TO DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate *SH...
Mar 23, 2022•36 min•Ep. 300
Let's take it back to to the first episode of Dreams In Drive w/ aspiring artist, rapper, and thought leader David Thompson. Listen in on he reflects on what it means to dive deep into who you are and where you've come from. Rana also looks back on where it all started...as we approach the 300th episode. *SHOP DREAMS IN DRIVE MERCHANDISE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop *SUBSCRIBE TO "THE KEYS" NEWSLETTER: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join *DONATE TO DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.c...
Mar 02, 2022•48 min•Ep. 299
Whether you love him or hate him, there's a lot to learn from Kanye West's early days as a rising artist. Here are my biggest takeaways and lessons learned from Part of 1 of the Netflix documentary Jeen-Yuhs that you can use along your own #dreamdriving journey. *SHOP DREAMS IN DRIVE MERCHANDISE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop *SUBSCRIBE TO "THE KEYS" NEWSLETTER: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join *DONATE TO DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate *SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE BOOKSTO...
Feb 21, 2022•34 min•Ep. 298
Sometimes a special gift remains dormant within you - waiting for you to pull the trigger on the many blessings it has waiting for you and your life. Listen in as Rochelle Porter shares her #dreamdriving journey and how her creative path evolved from writing to designing and why she's so passionate about her current dream and the path she took to be so confident about where she's going next. ** Get 21% off Rochelle Porter Designs using code DREAMS21 at rochelleporter.com ** SHOP THE DREAMS IN DR...
Feb 14, 2022•53 min•Ep. 297
It wasn't until Anthony O'Neal became committed to getting out of his comfort zone did he start seeing BIG CHANGES in his current life and the future he envisioned for himself. Listen in as he shares his journey from living out his car to debt-free and thriving AND how you can get out of your comfort zone by taking specific action steps to get the #dreamdriving ball moving in your favor. More on Anthony: A #1 national bestselling author, Anthony O'Neal has helped over 250,000 people set out on a...
Feb 07, 2022•32 min•Ep. 296
Twyla Adkins followed the typical immigrant route of trying to pick a safe and financially secure path in life. But, one day she looked up and realized she unhappy and extremely stressed out. Life was coming at her - from major health changes, pregnancy, and COVID. Then, one day after hearing a particular episode of Dreams In drive she decided to stopped living in Park and moved to Drive. But like most of us, it didn't go exactly as she hoped. Twyla opens up about how her entrepreneurial journey...
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 295
Do you have a dream that you feel is "impossible?" Azhelle Wade shares her #dreamdriving journey and how she was able to build a career in the toy journey and eventually venture into entrepreneurship where she now helps mission-driven toy creators develop toy ideas and sales strategies in as little as 12 weeks. Azhelle opens up about the challenges she's faced along the way and the the "secret strategies of pitching" that opened up her world and possibilities. Most importantly, she teaches how Y...
Jan 24, 2022•50 min•Ep. 294
Are you willing to take a chance on yourself this year? This week we chat with Sheriden Chanel - writer, creative and Managing Editor of xonecole.com - who is living and working in Mexico City. Sheriden opens up about her #dreamdriving journey and the unconventional path she took to find herself - including all the lessons she's learned along the way. Sheriden shares why she had to give herself the freedom to "make mistakes" and find out what happiness looks like for her. You'll enjoy this trans...
Jan 17, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 293
It's 2022 - what kind of mentality are we going to have for the new year? In this week's episode, Girl CEO and Shop Herlistic founder Ronne Brown keeps it real about her #dreamdriving journey. We go back to the moment, as young working mother, she realized she would never let anyone else have control over her destiny and retrace the steps she took to build her vast portfolio of million-dollar brands. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, currently hustling to build your dream life, or trying ...
Jan 10, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 292
Host Rana Campbell shares insight into her 2022 #dreamdriving action plan and lessons learned from six years of podcasting. *SHOP DREAMS IN DRIVE MERCHANDISE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop *SUBSCRIBE TO "THE KEYS" NEWSLETTER: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join *DONATE TO DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate *SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE BOOKSTORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore *Follow Dreams In Drive on Social: *http://twitter.com/dreamsindrive *http://instagram.com/dream...
Jan 05, 2022•24 min•Ep. 291
On this THROWBACK episode, ee chat with the LEGENDARY actress Jenifer Lewis as she shares her #dreamdriving journey and why nothing was going to kill her dream! Jenifer talks her struggles with mental illness, getting herself "unfrozen."/seeking help, writing her book The Mother of Black Hollywood , and the importance of self care. She also opens up about what being HAPPY means to her now and how we as dream drivers can find our own definitions of success despite what has happened to us. In Jeni...
Dec 25, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 290
Pinky Cole isn’t just selling food. She’s selling an experience. Pinky’s “slutty” revolution has vegans and meat lovers standing in live for hours to experience the Slutty Vegan goodness. But, Pinky’s not surprised. She’s BEEN putting in work. On this episode, Pinky opens up about the road to Slutty Vegan. From working as a TV producer in Hollywood to her first successful restaurant foray that ended in flames, she never gave up. Pinky gets deep about her personal #dreamdriving journey and shares...
Dec 17, 2021•55 min•Ep. 289
Someone out there needs what you have to offer. What comes natural to or easy for you is something someone else finds truly VALUABLE! Listen to this week's #frontseatfridays to hear tips on how you can start believing in and putting your superpowers in DRIVE! *SHOP DREAMS IN DRIVE MERCHANDISE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop *SUBSCRIBE TO "THE KEYS" NEWSLETTER: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join *DONATE TO DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate *SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE BOOKSTORE:...
Dec 10, 2021•15 min•Ep. 288
Let's talk about this AGAIN! Do you believe that you can have extraordinary love? Extraordinary relationships? We chat with Nate Bagley - a podcaster, entrepreneur, writer, TEDx speaker, teacher, and guy who loves his wife a lot and tries really hard to be the best husband in the world. He spends nearly every waking hour of his life trying to rid the world of mediocre love. He loves helping people create amazing relationships and is excited to share some of what he's learned with you! Whether yo...
Dec 02, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 287
In 1992 at just 11 months old, I was part of a devastating car accident that would change the trajectory of my life and my family's forever. In this #throwback episode, I reflect on how this event impacted me (and my future #dreamdriving journey) and why I'm forever grateful for life. Hope you all have a great holiday weekend and always find time for gratitude and appreciation! *SHOP DREAMS IN DRIVE MERCHANDISE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop *SUBSCRIBE TO "THE KEYS" NEWSLETTER: http://www.dr...
Nov 24, 2021•18 min•Ep. 286
Intense Beauté CEO Atiyah McDaniels shares how she went from lacking vision and goals for her hair business to running a thriving brand and venturing into new entrepreneurial spaces she never imagined for herself. She dives into why having CONFIDENCE, BELIEVING IN YOURSELF, and NEVER GIVING UP are the true keys to #dreamdriving success. SHOW NOTES: www.dreamsindrive.com/atiyah-mcdaniels SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsin...
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 285
Website Designer Shirley Ansley didn't always have "the dream" figured out. She started her career post college en-route to become a Disney Imagineer - but as life happens sometimes the best of plans get moved around...by life and all the sticks and stone it can throw us. Shirley opens up about her personal #dreamdriving journey and how it took her years to finally find her "sweet spot" in website design - where she would finally be able to go from underworked and underpaid to thriving and comfo...
Nov 09, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 284
Host Rana Campbell reflects on how she's actively working to overcome defeat and overwhelm along the #dreamdriving journey....and how you can too! *SHOP DREAMS IN DRIVE MERCHANDISE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop *SUBSCRIBE TO "THE KEYS" NEWSLETTER: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join *DONATE TO DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate *SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE BOOKSTORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore *Follow Dreams In Drive on Social: *http://twitter.com/dreamsindrive *htt...
Nov 03, 2021•26 min•Ep. 283
Are you sitting on your personal jewels? Cookie artist and baker, Yasmin McKinney shares how a traumatic medical experience following the birth of her son, where she almost looked death in its eyes, forced her to reckon with her true purpose and how she was spending her life. Yasmin shares her story of personal transformation and how she was able to will herself into fully putting her dreams into motion and find healing through her work. Yasmin teaches how you can be both the person holding your...
Oct 25, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 282
Jessica Emerson always loved makeup and fashion, but she never dreamed that she would be able to make a life + career out of it. She always thought that she was going to medical school and work in the drug rehabilitation field upon graduating college - but as fate would have it - her life's trajectory changed. Listen in to find out how she became a celebrity makeup artist, the lessons learned along the way - and how sticking with the journey while keeping your goals in mind - is your best bet fo...
Oct 18, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 281
Nikki Osei-Barrett became a mom at the age of 16, but she didn't let that stop ANY of the big dreams she knew she was going to fulfill. Nikki dives into her #dreamdriving journey and how she was able to put her fashion, public relations, and entrepreneurial dreams into drive across two decades - while also uncovering new dreams and purposes she never knew she had. She shares how we can stop counting ourselves and being hesitant when hitting the GAS! More on Nikki: Nikki Osei-Barrett is a wife, m...
Oct 11, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 280
Host Rana Campbell shares 5 things that you can do to be more consistent along your personal #dreamdriving journey in this special Driver's Ed episode! *SHOP DREAMS IN DRIVE MERCHANDISE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop *SUBSCRIBE TO "THE KEYS" NEWSLETTER: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join *DONATE TO DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate *SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE BOOKSTORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore *Follow Dreams In Drive on Social: *http://twitter.com/dreamsindrive...
Oct 04, 2021•18 min•Ep. 279
