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Business mentorship featuring entrepreneurs who are passionate about their buisness and participate in the ShareYourStories.online guest blog series. We are Keepin’ It Real as we share lightbulb moments and 3 words of advice. Our mission is to increase the visibility of each business, encourage collaboration and build connections in the community through storytelling. The primary purpose of this podcast is to introduce the person behind the logo - entrepreneurs and their great ideas. The views and opinions shared are those of the guests and their participation does not imply any endorsement of them, their products or services. ” We create a buzz about your biz”
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Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Business Mentorship; “From Monologue to Dialogue: Have Conversations That Convert - Now Launching A Book”
Keepin It Real with Shelley Goldstein
Season 6 Episode #221
We meet a business owner who is a trainer, speaker, speaking coach and now author! Shelley has helped hundreds of people in over 40 countries across a variety of industries develop the skills necessary to be empowering, remarkable speakers and lead with impact.
Let's find out why Shelley decided “now was the time” to launch her book and what she’s doing differently as part of the launch.
Our guest will join us from Los Angelas, California
“Shelley trains global audiences how to powerfully command executive presence and master the art of effective speaking. With over 30 years of senior level management and entrepreneurship, she understands the demands of the evolving workplace—with its emphasis on communication skills and leadership influence—and has helped hundreds of people in over 40 countries across a variety of industries develop the skills necessary to be empowering, remarkable speakers and lead with impact.”
A few of the tips Shelley shared:
1. Speaking as a conversation
2. Include audio/video with print
3. Share your “x” factor, find your voice
Read Shelley's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
“Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs”
Friday Mar 14, 2025
Friday Mar 14, 2025
Business Mentorship; "Author, Founder, Podcaster"
Keepin It Real with Tammy Cohen
Season 6 Episode #220
We find out how this award-winning author is providing the tools for families to use mobile devices, not as distractions but bridges to more profound, heartfelt relationships.
Our guest joins us from New York, New York:
"Tammy J. Cohen is a connector, author, and founder of Women Beyond the Table, a network empowering women to thrive professionally and personally. Through TC Brand Consulting, She helps businesses align their mission and brand. Tammy authored the award-winning Text Messages to My Sons, inspiring parents to connect deeply with their kids. Tammy is a podcast host and media contributor who resides in Manhattan with her husband and three sons. She received her BA from SUNY Albany and her Master of Business Administration from Zicklin School of Business/Baruch College."
A few of the tips Tammy shared:
1. Love and gratitude is the highest frequency
2. Positive messages create positive results
3. Find your community
Read Tammy's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
“Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs”
Friday Mar 07, 2025
Friday Mar 07, 2025
Business Mentorship; “Gallery Owner, Artist and Entrepreneur”
Keepin' It Real with Taren White
Season 6 Episode #219
We meet a business owner who is a fourth generation entrepreneur, third generation artist as well as gallery owner and digital marketing expert.
Creativity, passion and innovation is how one would describe this small business owner.
Let's find out how Taren has created an on-line platform that introduces collectors to artists and combines education and business acumen.
Our guest joins us from Paris, Ontario
“Taren is a third-generation artist and fourth-generation entrepreneur, passionately sharing my creativity with the world. With over 20 years in marketing and digital design, I find myself incredibly blessed to have a gallery on the banks of the Grand River in Paris, Ontario. This serene space serves as both a showcase for my artwork and my office for freelance work. Whether it’s through my painting or through digital branding and website design, I am dedicated to bringing artistry to life. “
A few of the tips Taren shared:
1. Awareness creates opportunities
2. Buying art is both a visual and emotional process
3. New words of advice for changing times
Read Taren's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
“Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs”
Friday Feb 14, 2025
Friday Feb 14, 2025
Business Mentorship; “Holistic Health Practitioner"
Keepin' It Real with Marian Egan
Season 6 Episode #218
We meet a business owner who is an international speaker, author, artist and a Global Award Winner as an Energy Frequency Expert with over 30 years experience empowering change through both in-person and
on-line courses.
Let's find out how Marian responded to the market and created on-line courses, uses an app and has sold over 500 books.
Our guest joins us from Kildare, Ireland
“As a healthcare practitioner, I specialize in helping professional practitioners, coaches, and entrepreneurs, who are facing their own health crises, take control of their health, increase their income, and increase their client base. My passion is teaching self-healing techniques and holistic well-being practices using effective solutions. My mission is to Empower People to Heal Themselves. The body has an innate intelligence to heal itself. I help facilitate that healing process using my Healing Card Decks and teach others to do the same.”
A few of the tips Marian shared:
1. Don’t quit, just keep going
2. Trust is a must
3. Innovation is a necessity
Read Marian's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
“Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs”
Friday Feb 07, 2025
Friday Feb 07, 2025
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Turning Your Passion for Dogs into a Nationwide Training Success” with Ryan Wimpey
Season 6 Episode #217
We’ll meet a business owner who is the founder of Tip Top K9, and taken his passion for dogs and turned it into a dog training franchise.
Let's find out how Ryan has built his business by franchising into 19 locations and 11 states, and you’ve gotta love these stats: 91 trainers, over 32 thousand dogs trained and over 14 thousand Google reviews…
I'm sure you’ll agree - very impressive
Our guest joins us from Tulsa, Oklahoma
“I’m Ryan Wimpey, founder of Tip Top K9, a dog training franchise with 19 locations across 11 states. My passion for dogs started in high school and grew after years of working with my first dog, Curley. I developed the Tip Top Method, based on classical conditioning, to help dogs and their owners overcome behavioural challenges. With a focus on consistency, patience, and passion, I’ve turned my love for dogs into a thriving nationwide business.”
A few of the tips Ryan shared:
1. Create a linear workflow to replicate your great idea
2. Be consistent
3. Build your brand with referrals
Read Ryan's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
“Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs”
Friday Jan 24, 2025
Friday Jan 24, 2025
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real, Building A Community through “Pawsitive Perspectives” with Carrie Lehtonen
Season 6 Episode #216
We meet a business owner with a Masters degree in Organizational Development who has made the transition to Holistic Health Practitioner, Yoga Instructor and Author leading wellness retreats and workshops around the world to help her clients tap into their passion and purpose.
Let's find out how Carrie went from corporate leader to business owner after surviving a heart attack, reinventing herself to build a wellness community and hosting retreats around the world to help you tap into your passion and purpose.
Our guest joins us from Evergreen, Colorado
"I’m an entrepreneur and storyteller. I earned a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership and spent over 18 years working in Human Resources. After surviving a heart attack, I attended the Institute for Integrative Nutrition to become a Holistic Health Practitioner. I also trained to become a Registered Yoga Teacher and Educator and started my own business, Firefly Community LLC. I published my first book, "Pawsitive Perspectives", in 2024."
A few of the tips Carrie shared:
1. Things in life we learn from our pets
2. Look for the signs and signals to change
3. One ingredient for success - determination
Read Carrie's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
“Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs”
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “The Street Cat" with Craig Colby
Season 6, Episode #215
We meet a business owner with an impressive award winning-career as an executive producer, showrunner, director, and writer with a roster of highly rated television programs who now has his own consulting practise and video production company, colbyvision. He is also the author of the award-winning book ALL CAPS.
Craig joins us to discuss how he went from a “House Cat” to a “Street Cat” and found himself not only as a freelancer but consultant and author.
Our guest joins us from Toronto, Ontario
“Craig Colby is an award winning-executive producer, showrunner, director, and writer who makes highly rated television programs, seen around the world. His work has been seen on Discovery Channel, BBC Earth, Smithsonian Channel, CTV, and TSN, to name a few. Currently, Craig owns colbyvision, a video production and consulting company and is the author of the multiple award-winning book ALL CAPS: Stories That Justify an Outrageous Hat Collection. ”
A few of the tips Craig shared:
1. Know, Like, Trust theory
2. Copyright - get permission
3. Take the chance
Read Craig's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
“Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs”
Friday Jan 10, 2025
Friday Jan 10, 2025
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Sustainable Stylist - Eco-Chic Fashion” with Shannon
Season 6, Episode #214
We’ll meet a business owner who has made it her mission to empower individuals to rediscover the joy in their wardrobe and embrace a sustainable approach to style. Make choices that echo beyond the mirror, positively impacting the planet and your own sense of purpose. You’ll find you're not just dressing well; you're dressing with a conscience.
Shannon and I discuss not only how she helps clients create stunning, fresh looks from the clothes you already own, but how what we wear affects our mood and how we show up in the world.
Our guest joins us from Hamilton, Ontario
“Shannon is a busy mom of 3.5 (one on the way) I love what I do. I love seeing peoples confidence come back to life. And showing them they can wear more than 20% of their wardrobe. ”
A few of the tips Shannon shared:
1. What you wear changes how you feel
2. Thrift - its a great way to expand your budget
3. Clothes = Emotion = How we show up in the world
Read Shannon's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
“Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs”
Friday Jan 03, 2025
Friday Jan 03, 2025
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Level Up Your Meetings” with Kristy Hissa
Season 6 Episode #213
We’ll meet an enterprise leader who wants you to accelerate organizational momentum and create inclusive decision-making in your meetings. Leveraging AI, this platform helps meeting organizers by automating preparation, providing tailored recommendations, and continuously optimizing time across teams.
Let’s find out how this tech expert is using a digital mentor to help businesses run best-in-class meetings that inspire and empower.
Our guest joins us from Ottawa, Ontario
“Following a successful B2B SaaS exit, Kristy Hissa is now leading meeting performance startup Kairos. Kristy boasts over 7+ years of executive leadership and is known for her commitment to integrity, cross-functional success, and operational excellence. She is also dedicated to giving back and actively supporting initiatives like the Women In Tech and local non-profits.”
A few of the tips Kristy shared:
1. Lean into what’s exciting
2. Find the right people
3. Change in marketing
Read Kristy's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
“Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs”
Friday Nov 29, 2024
Friday Nov 29, 2024
Business Mentorship; “Entrepreneurship; Sharing Our Great Ideas”Keepin' It Real with Our Expert Panel
Episode #212
Welcome to a special edition of Keepin’ It Real, panel discussions with entrepreneurs who join us to discuss topics trending in business…
Our guests join us as small business owners, innovators and collaborators who have taken their great ideas from incubator to success, serving their clients and customers while making positive contributions in their communities.
We’re going to discuss a few tips from behind the scenes
"Good, Bad, Ugly"
To help us explore the topic, I’d like to introduce you to our expert panel:
Heather Brekelmans ,2 Steps Ahead Zorra, Ontario
Komlanvi Dodero, Dodjivi Gatineau, Quebec
Marian Egan, Transformational Health Kildare, Ireland
Taren White, Taren White Gallery Paris, Ontario
A few of the things we discuss:
1) Did you have a formal business plan as part of your start up?
2) We talk about passion, vision and purpose when planning our business strategy….but as a small business owners what personal quality do you think contributes to our success?
3) We all have defining moments, things that we celebrate,
Is there one event that has been pivotal in your business so far?
4) Have you ever had a mentor or someone who inspires you?
5) Do you have any big plans for the next year?
I’d like to thank Heather, Komlanvi, Marian and Taren for sharing their stories and point of view with our viewing and listening audience.
We appreciate your service to both customers and clients as well as contributions to your communities. We wish you continued success
Connect with our panel guests:
Heather Brekelmans, 2 Steps Ahead Zorra, Ontario
Komlanvi Dodero, Dodjivi Gatineau, Quebec
Marian Egan, Transformational Health Kildare, Ireland
Taren White, Taren White Gallery Paris, Ontario
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music
We thank all of our guests for participating in the series and look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real