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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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Monday Feb 13, 2023
Monday Feb 13, 2023
Welcome to this edition of Keepin' It Real, featuring panel guests who have shared their business stories in our guest blog and join us to discuss topics trending in business.
As an author and speaker on mentorship, I have found that we are looking for ways to make a human connection with our colleagues, teams and communites. Creating opportuniites to not only get to know one another but share life experiences to help and support each other.
Our guests not only believe in the concept of mentorship but are pillars in their communiites leading by example as both mentor and mentee.
Meet our guests:
Lynn McLaughlin, an educator, best selling author and podcast host from Kingsville, Ontario
Priya Mohan, clothing designer and manufacturer, philanthropist and retailer from Hamilton, Ontario
Dimitria Cook an best selling author, playwright and speaker from Los Angeles, California
John Williams an international award winning architect and author from Burlington, Ontario
I’d like to thank each of the enterprise leaders for participating in the series and sharing their stories on mentorship and how they connect with their communities.
If your interested in sharing your business story, visit our website
https://shareyourstories.online/share-your-story/
If you have a question you’d like us to answer in our next panel discussion share in the comments below.
In the meantime, subscribe to our YouTube channel or if your on the move the podcast is available on iTunes, Spotify, iHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us and we look forward to meeting you next time with another episode of Keepin’ It Real.

Saturday Feb 04, 2023
Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real ”Progress Takes Time” with Rod Williams
Saturday Feb 04, 2023
Saturday Feb 04, 2023
Welcome to Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real, live, unscripted interviews with entrepreneurs and enterprise leaders who have Shared their great idea in our guest blog on ShareYourStories.online
As part of our "live" coffee series, Trish Tonaj will introduce you to the person behind the logo...discussing lightbulb moments and 3 words of advice.
Meet our guest:
"Rod Williams is a Personal Trainer, Life Coach, Actor, Acting Coach, Screenwriter and Filmmaker with a passion for progress, all things creative and enjoy watching people attain things and dreams they never thought they could.”
We discuss how moving outside your comfort zone, creates new opportunities.
If you believe in mentorship and sharing great ideas this is an opportunity to increase your visibility, encourage collaboration and connect with your community by introducing YOU the person behind the logo.
A great way to support and learn from one another!
Join us with your business story and visit shareyourstories.online

Saturday Jan 21, 2023
Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real ”Work Smarter, Not Harder” with Sabrina Victoria
Saturday Jan 21, 2023
Saturday Jan 21, 2023
Welcome to Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real, live, unscripted interviews with entrepreneurs and enterprise leaders who have Shared their great idea in our guest blog on ShareYourStories.online
As part of our "live" coffee series, Trish Tonaj will introduce you to the person behind the logo...discussing lightbulb moments and 3 words of advice.
Meet our guest:
"Sabrina Victoria went from a struggling single mom, to escaping a 13 year narcissistic abusive relationship, Sabrina’s tenacity and optimistic spirit has inspired fans worldwide and helped endless amounts of people break through and discover their own untapped talents and immense potential. Now, creator and CEO of Human Better 365, a human transformation company, creator of the Her Version Podcast and founder of Her Nation Community. Speaker, entrepreneur and author.”
We discuss “how" she has become the "Queen of Time", helping others create a masterpiece out of chaos.
If you believe in mentorship and sharing great ideas this is an opportunity to increase your visibility, encourage collaboration and connect with your community by introducing YOU the person behind the logo.
A great way to support and learn from one another!
Join us with your business story and visit shareyourstories.online

Friday Jan 06, 2023
Friday Jan 06, 2023
Welcome to a new season of Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real featuring panel guests who have shared their business stories in our guest blog and join us to discuss topics trending in business…
The world of work has changed and we are finding that we are all navigating a hybrid environment that speaks to a new definition of wealth and well-being.
Our panel guests, have a number of combined years of experience working with clients to support growth both personally and professionally and they join us to share their thoughts on the changes they are experiencing with A New Definition of Wealth and Well-being with a focus on freedom.
Freedom to create lifestyle choices that support our time, energy and attitude towards work.
Meet Our Panel guests:
Maura Joy Lustig Coach in Health & Wellness Peterborough, Ontario
Sharon Gill Leadership Coach and Philanthropist Charlotte N.C
Robinson Smith Author, Speaker of Smith Manoeuvre Victoria, British Columbia
Precious Fuller Diversity and Inclusion Specialist Atlanta, Georgia
I’d like to thank each of the leaders for participating in the series and sharing their expertise on wealth and well-being.
If your interested in sharing your business story, visit shareyourstories.online
We invite you to subscribe to Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real on YouTube, itunes, Spotify, iHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us and we look forward to meeting you next time with another episode of Keepin’ It Real.

Saturday Dec 17, 2022
Saturday Dec 17, 2022
Welcome to Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real, live, unscripted interviews with entrepreneurs and enterprise leaders who have participated in our guest blog on ShareYourStories.online
As part of our "live" coffee series, Trish Tonaj will introduce you to the person behind the logo...discussing lightbulb moments and 3 words of advice.
Meet our guest:
"Heidi Smith helps others expand abundance, peace, joy and love beyond their expectations. In her coaching she shares practical tools and spiritual technology, empowering others to awaken their leader within to share their gifts with the world. In her book “Making Friends With The Boogeyman: Transforming Tragedy Into Triumph” she inspires others to live an extraordinary life using personal and candid stories of overcoming intense childhood experiences and addiction.”
We discuss “why” she has chosen to write a book at this stage in her career along with a few tips on her experience as an author.
If you believe in mentorship and sharing great ideas this is an opportunity to increase your visibility, encourage collaboration and connect with your community by introducing YOU the person behind the logo.
A great way to support and learn from one another!
Join us with your business story and visit shareyourstories.online

Saturday Dec 10, 2022
Saturday Dec 10, 2022
Welcome to a special edtion of Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real, live, unscripted interviews with entrepreneurs and enterprise leaders who have participated in our guest blog on ShareYourStories.online
As part of our "live" coffee series, Trish Tonaj will introduce you to the person behind the logo...
It’s that time of year when in business we review our strategic plans
reflect on the past and get ready to turn the page on another calendar year, but, at the same time we get together with friends and family to celebrate life, enjoy each others company and look towards the future.
I’ve asked three women in business who have been featured in our series with their professional stories to join me and discuss their family traditions.
Sharing how they celebrate with friends and family.
Gay Hamilton a woman in tech who specializes in cyber security and joins us from Guelph, Ontario
Natasha Sharma an author and speaker with a passion for manifesting abundance - joins us from Mumbai India
Dr Birgitte Tan a best selling author, working with individuals and corporations sharing strategies for thriving through change who joins us from West Village, California
If you believe in mentorship and sharing great ideas this is an opportunity to increase your visibility, encourage collaboration and connect with your community by introducing YOU the person behind the logo.
A great way to support and learn from one another!
Join us with your business story and visit shareyourstories.online

Friday Dec 02, 2022
Friday Dec 02, 2022
Welcome to Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real, live, unscripted interviews with entrepreneurs and enterprise leaders who have participated in our guest blog on ShareYourStories.online
As part of our "live" coffee series, Trish Tonaj will introduce you to the person behind the logo...discussing lightbulb moments and 3 words of advice.
Meet our guest:
"Candace Plattor, M.A., is an Addictions Therapist in private practice, where she specializes in working with the family and other loved ones of people who are struggling with addiction, in her unique and signature “Love With Boundaries” Family Addiction Therapy Program. As a former opioid addict with over 35 years clean and sober, Candace helps both addicts and their loved ones understand their dysfunctional behaviours and make healthier life choices. Candace is a TEDx speaker and the award-winning author of “Loving an Addict, Loving Yourself.”
We discuss ’s how multiple marketing channels contribute to connecting with and educating our customers.
This episode was prerecorded.
If you believe in mentorship and sharing great ideas this is an opportunity to increase your visibility, encourage collaboration and connect with your community by introducing YOU the person behind the logo.
A great way to support and learn from one another!
Join us with your business story and visit shareyourstories.online

Saturday Nov 26, 2022
Saturday Nov 26, 2022
Welcome to Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real, live, unscripted interviews with entrepreneurs and enterprise leaders who have participated in our guest blog on ShareYourStories.online
As part of our "live" coffee series, Trish Tonaj will introduce you to the person behind the logo...discussing lightbulb moments and 3 words of advice.
Meet our guest:
“After supporting thousands of business owners as a business mentor, Elizabeth Verwey founded a speaker series called Spoken Lives. Hosting this series was instrumental in my healing from a late-life divorce. Now, I am excited to curate experts and offer this new platform to support others in their own journeys. There are free resources, too.”
We discuss her experience as an entrepreneur and how you manage the changes to your business model.
If you believe in mentorship and sharing great ideas this is an opportunity to increase your visibility, encourage collaboration and connect with your community by introducing YOU the person behind the logo.
A great way to support and learn from one another!
Join us with your business story and visit shareyourstories.online

Friday Nov 18, 2022
Friday Nov 18, 2022
Welcome to Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real, live, unscripted interviews with entrepreneurs and enterprise leaders who have participated in our guest blog on ShareYourStories.online
As part of our "live" coffee series, Trish Tonaj will introduce you to the person behind the logo...discussing lightbulb moments and 3 words of advice.
Meet our guest:
“Kim McDiarmid is a professional model, former agent and mentor with 40 years experience in the modelling industry. Her mission is to develop aspiring models and guide them into this competitive business through her One-Of-A-Kind Model Masterclass. Kim understands what it takes and leads emerging talent with consistency and professionalism.”
We discuss Kim's experience in the industry but how she is helping others start their own career.
If you believe in mentorship and sharing great ideas this is an opportunity to increase your visibility, encourage collaboration and connect with your community by introducing YOU the person behind the logo.
A great way to support and learn from one another!
Join us with your business story and visit shareyourstories.online

Friday Nov 11, 2022
Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real ”Cyber Security” with Gay Hamilton
Friday Nov 11, 2022
Friday Nov 11, 2022
Welcome to Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real, live, unscripted interviews with entrepreneurs and enterprise leaders who have participated in our guest blog on ShareYourStories.online
As part of our "live" coffee series, Trish Tonaj will introduce you to the person behind the logo...discussing lightbulb moments and 3 words of advice.
Meet our guest, Gay Hamilton :
“I spent the first half of my career in treasury operations; learning the business side but also participating on the team that transformed IT from a gigantic IBM mainframe to desktop computing. Just over 20 years ago I moved into technology, I’ve witnessed the growth and expansion of security teams, the advancement of AI everywhere, hybrid work forces and the push into cloud solutions. I’ve helped customers get comfortable with using the internet, managed the tech groups responsible for ensuring security and stability, and been part owner of a software company.”
We discuss Gay’s career in tech and how she is working with business owners to create safe and secure on-line environments.
If you believe in mentorship and sharing great ideas this is an opportunity to increase your visibility, encourage collaboration and connect with your community by introducing YOU the person behind the logo.
A great way to support and learn from one another!
Join us with your business story and visit shareyourstories.online