Drop the Aspiring Act

Lavelle "Vellie" Peters•www.linkedin.com

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur, author, creative, aspiring anything...? Then this podcast is for you!! Why? Because every week (in Spring and Fall), I share stories from former aspirers who were right where you are. Researching, comparing, waiting for the right time, letting fear hold them back, and doing every and anything but dropping the aspiring act and going after the dream that you said you wanted. Join me for each season’s fun theme and guest interviews. The world is waiting for you to drop your aspiring act. Visit: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/drop-the-aspiring-act-podcast/

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Episodes

Book Review: The Path Made Clear by Oprah Winfrey - Episode 09

In this week's episode, I discuss the book The Path Made Clear by Oprah Winfrey. If you like Super Soul Sundays or any of her interviews, you will definitely like the audio version of this book. Listen to this review to hear why you should get your copy and also how you can 'borrow' it from the library through an app on your phone. SHOW NOTES: https://queenbaegoals.com/the-path-made-clear-by-oprah-winfrey-book-review-dtaa-podcast-episode-09/ For more details about this podcast episode or your sh...

May 28, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 9

Act like JK Rowling, Think like Stephen King - Episode 08

Two generations of authors paving the way for those that will follow behind them. In this week's episode we aren't talking about their works that translated into box office successes in the movie industries. No, it's not about their unquestionable talent. It's about their action and mindsets that brought them to be the big names that they are today. Take a listen. SHOW NOTES: https://queenbaegoals.com/act-like-jk-rowling-think-like-stephen-king/ If you want to learn more about this or other podc...

May 20, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Act like Marie Forleo, Think like Oprah Winfrey - Episode 07

These two brands (yes, brands) need no introduction. Their names alone make you think about the empires that they have both built for themselves. Listen to this week's episode to hear about the action and mindsets that you should model from these successful women, Marie Forleo and Oprah Winfrey as you Drop your Aspiring Act. SHOW NOTES: https://queenbaegoals.com/act-like-marie-forleo-think-like-oprah-winfrey-dtaa-podcast-episode-07/ Looking for more info about this podcast, other podcast episode...

May 13, 2020•20 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Act like a CEO, Think like a Creative - Episode 06

Straight and to the point, this week's podcast is about how to act like a CEO when it comes to making decisions about whatever aspiring act you are ready to drop. It's also about still being a creative because that's where the magic happens!! SHOW NOTES: https://queenbaegoals.com/act-like-a-ceo-think-like-a-creative-dtaa-podcast-episode-06/ For more about this episode, the podcast, or your host, Vellie, visit queenbaegoals.com . Connect with me on social. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/que...

May 06, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Successful Women Think Differently Book Review - Episode 05

Book Review Week!! Successful Women Think Differently by Valorie Burton is covered in this week's podcasts. It speaks to the mindsets that we should have if we want to be successful and the shifts that we need to make in our thinking to get to our next level. It all starts with decision # 01 - I will not downsize my dreams. Listen to the podcast for the remaining 6 decisions and more about the lessons in this book. For more information about this podcast, other episodes, or your podcast hist, vi...

Apr 29, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Act like a Writer, Think like your reader - Episode 04

This week's episode is all about dropping the excuses and just doing the thing that you want to do and make it available for all the people that are waiting to consume your work, your talents, your artistry. This is not just for the aspiring authors, but also for the content creators and aspiring artists and dreamers who believe that they have something to show to the world. Thanks for listening to the Drop the Aspiring Act Podcast . To learn more about this podcast, other episodes, or to just f...

Apr 23, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Act like an asset, Think like an entrepreneur - Episode 03

What are you bringing to the table? Do you have an entrepreneur mindset or an employee mindset? It's time for you to start acting like an asset and thinking like an entrepreneur. Here's how. Show Notes: https://queenbaegoals.com/act-like-an-asset-think-like-an-entrepreneur-dtaa-episode-03/ Thanks for listening. New episodes on Wednesdays. Visit queenbaegoals.com to learn more. Connect with me on social. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/queenbaegoals/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QueenB...

Apr 15, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Act like a woman, Think like a BOSS!! - Episode 02

When in life, in career, and in business, the standard for women should be act like a woman, think like a boss. Bring your whole self to the table!! Leave act like a woman, think like a man to relationships only. Don't forget to listen all the way to the end for the quote of the podcast and my twist on it. And please by all means, Drop the Aspiring Act. New episodes on Wednesdays. Show Notes: https://queenbaegoals.com/act-like-a-woman-think-like-a-boss-dtaa-podcast-episode-02/ Want to learn more...

Apr 08, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 2

How to Drop the Aspiring Act - Episode 01

Here are the steps to dropping the aspiring act. Get ready to just be whatever it is your heart desires. Just be the author. Just be the entrepreneur. Just be the VP of your life. This week's Quote of the Podcast is from none other than one of the Queens and my virtual mentor, Oprah, so listen 'til the end. And please by all means, Drop the Aspiring Act. New podcast episodes every Wednesday. Show Notes: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-drop-aspiring-act-ep01-drop-the-aspiring-act-podcast Want ...

Mar 31, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Episode 00 - Introduction to Drop the Aspiring Act Podcast

Welcome to the Drop the Aspiring Act Podcast. Learn about how this podcast came to be and a little about your host, Lavelle (aka Vellie). This year she is dropping the aspiring act and just being a podcaster or podcast host. Are you ready to drop your aspiring act? New podcast episodes every Wednesday. Want to learn more about this podcast and new episodes, visit https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/drop-the-aspiring-act-podcast/ . Connect with me on social. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dropt...

Mar 27, 2020•18 min

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