Have you ever exceeded a vision you had for yourself? Many of us don’t allow ourselves to stretch outside of the box. We don’t realize that to do so may take us well beyond what we have imagined for ourselves. My wonderful guest, Dr. Alonda Alloway, is an example of how you can absolutely survive and thrive beyond your own limited imagination. Remember that time someone told you that they could see you doing something and you said “probably not.” Dr. Alloway’s response has been…”well, ok, why no...
Jan 02, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Mischelle O'Neal has been living her passion to help women move from a victim mindset to a champion mindset through her books, her mastermind groups, and her motivational speaking. We often set goals for ourselves but don't realize those goals when we are frozen in place and too afraid to start. Mischelle believes that we must learn to simply start and we must learn to master the art of starting. When we get comfortable starting, then we will be well on our way to living the live we desire. Misc...
May 22, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 15
There are superheroes and then there are super she-roes who are working to serve citizens from their financial woes and challenges. My special guest today works daily to help resolve financial crisis that occur with small businesses and individuals who often go it alone until it's too late. As small business owners and professionals, we are often unwilling to invest in an expert to help us handle the finances, avoid peril, and create wealth. Angie Toney is not your everyday financial professiona...
May 15, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 14
How much attention to you pay to the leadership in your community? Are you plugged into the decisions that are on the table or do you react when things get too close to home. There was a time that I took much for granted. Then somewhere between becoming a mother and increasing my participation in the local community, I started paying closer attention. Maybe, that's where it all begins....something or someone you care about is being ignored or mistreated, and you decide that it's time to let your...
May 09, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Are you an entrepreneur just starting out or wondering how to elevate your success? Sometimes it is just as simple as identifying your why. Why should customers buy your product or use your services? How can you change your message to have more of an impact and to develop better, long-term customer relationships. Kindra Harvey will no doubt help you get your business on the right track! Kindra Harvey serves and inspires business owners and industry professionals daily. Encouraging and empowering...
May 01, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Carla Wiley is a beautiful soul who had a temporary setback that resulted in her learning a life lesson that was instrumental in helping her find her life’s passion and personal peace. This is Carla’s Story: My Crown, My Cross, and My Celebration. Carla Anderson Wiley has been a resident of Loudoun County, Virginia for over 55 years and works for the Archdiocese of Washington - Catholic Charities in the Human Trafficking Victims Assistance Program. As a community involved citizen, Carla was on t...
Apr 24, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 11
The national quarantine is producing stress, anxiety, grief, and a variety of other mental health concerns for millions of people around the world. In today's episode, I'm talking with Dr. T'Airra Belcher about how anxiety may manifest, ways to combat anxiety day to day, and how reaching out to someone you trust can help alleviate the stress. Dr. T’Airra Belcher is a native of Richmond, Va. She earned her bachelor’s degree from James Madison University (2012), a master’s degree in Clinical Menta...
Apr 22, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 10
How can you stay safe AND sane while life as we know it has been totally disrupted? I've pulled together a short list of things that can help us regroup and refocus. It's not just about staying busy but its also about finding balance, staying hopeful, productive and keeping the faith!
Apr 03, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 9
So excited to talk with my broadcast inspiration, my childhood big sister from my early days living in Connecticut. For as long as I've known her, Michelle Turner has been in broadcast journalist and her golden voice and fiery spirit have made waves throughout the Connecticut scene. We are talking about the old days, her career journey and how life has brought her to this moment in time. Michelle Turner has worked as a #journalist, talk show host and #moderator across three counties in #Connecti...
Mar 20, 2020•55 min
You don't have to stop what you have to do to start doing what you want to do. Listen in while I chat with an old friend and inspiration, Mark Wiggins, who has built his business on the philosophy of movement. Yours and mine. If you want it, you've got to get up and go for it. Coined by clients as an outstanding entrepreneur with the uncanny ability to ignite passion and to motivate others, Mark “The Speaker Man” Wiggins is an accomplished author of several books including Permission to Succeed:...
Feb 28, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Have you discovered what your life's work is? What we often refer to as "our ministry." Bernadette Carroll determined that her passion was empowering women and girls to love themselves, to encourage one another, and to learn how to live their best lives now. Today we're talking about her powerful women's empowerment conference, how she manifested this passion of her's and leaves us thinking about our own visions for the future and impact on other's lives. Bernadette Carroll is founder and partne...
Feb 21, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Many of us have said at one time or another "I want to write a book!" and then the feeling passes. Maybe, it's because the thought of doing so is overwhelming, we don't think we have the time or expertise to make it happen, or we're afraid it won't be a bestseller so we kill it before it even gets off the ground. My guest today will inspire you back to the drawing board and help you get your book out into the world where it belongs! Linda Griffin is the founder of Expert Author 411 and LG Griffi...
Feb 14, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 5
What happens when you roll up on 40....or 50...or later and you realize that you have planned well for retirement? What can you do? Where do you begin? Lorrie's continuing her conversation with Pam Sams, Jackson Sams Wealth Strategies. Pam is sharing a few insights on what we can do to plan when you're feeling too close for comfort. For 18 years, Pamela Sams has been helping women improve their personal and financial wealth through solid financial life planning. Pamela’s education and training e...
Feb 07, 2020•28 min
Lorrie's chatting with financial services professional, Pamela Sams, about how many of us avoid financial services because we don't have our acts together yet, we don't think we have enough money to justify or we've just plain got things under control and know what to do. We liken a financial advisor to that of a dentist----they will cause us pain and make us do things we don't want or think we can't do. Pamela Sams helps us demystify this "phenomena" that many of us benefit from and many more o...
Jan 31, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 3
When you're going through a storm and dealing with the curves that life throws you, sometimes you have to dig deep to cope and push through no matter how bumpy the ride. In this episode, Lorrie's talking about ways that you can build up your resilience, weather the storm, and grow as you go through it. "Even in the midst of hopelessness, inside we can find our strength." ~ Lorrie
Jan 25, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 2
2020 is off and running! Are you staying in the game? Lorrie's kicking off Season 1 with a quick reminder that we can all have that big 2020 we've been waiting for if we stay in the game!
Jan 17, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 1
New Year! New You, right? I'm kicking off my podcast with a little talk about creating your life plan for the new year and stepping out of your comfort one. I've got 2020 vision and I believe quite a few of us are about to make our mark in 2020. It's time to be fearless and to move forward with intention and purpose! Can't wait to spend the year growing a community with conversation and inspiration from a 5th row perspective.
Dec 31, 2019•33 min•Ep. 1
