Positively Charged Biz Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:38:01 -0400 http://positivelycharged.biz/podcasts.html en © 2026 Positively Charged Biz yes 8ed9874c-4844-5baf-b0e5-c34da94d26ce Laura Brandao episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) positively charged, Laura Brandao, positively charged biz, positivity, inspirational, motivational, business, mortgage, women, leadership Laura Brandao https://storage.buzzsprout.com/v0v5yikn6mqaklfsnutzz5mxc4oq?.jpg Positively Charged Biz http://positivelycharged.biz/podcasts.html TaJuanna Taylor TaJuanna Taylor Meet TaJuanna Taylor the founder of Bootstrap dreams consulting!  TaJuanna is the DONE lady because she is able to get things done using her proprietary D.O.N.E Formula that equips business leaders and entrepreneurs with a simple but powerful project management tool.  She combines your inspiration with structure and she creates opportunities and maximizes resources so you can achieve your desired results.    


]]> Meet TaJuanna Taylor the founder of Bootstrap dreams consulting!  TaJuanna is the DONE lady because she is able to get things done using her proprietary D.O.N.E Formula that equips business leaders and entrepreneurs with a simple but powerful project management tool.  She combines your inspiration with structure and she creates opportunities and maximizes resources so you can achieve your desired results.    


]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-8313374 Sun, 11 Apr 2021 15:00:00 -0400 2658 3 full false Regina Gibbons Regina Gibbons Meet Regina Gibbons the founder of Y-knot, Inc. a non-profit volunteer driven community support group that provides mentoring programs for middle and high school youth in the Washington DC metro area.  Regina saw a need and didn't wait for someone else to stand up and make a change she took action and decided to be the change.  Listen in to her story and her mission and remember that we all have the ability to provide hope and truly make a difference in the world.  

]]> Meet Regina Gibbons the founder of Y-knot, Inc. a non-profit volunteer driven community support group that provides mentoring programs for middle and high school youth in the Washington DC metro area.  Regina saw a need and didn't wait for someone else to stand up and make a change she took action and decided to be the change.  Listen in to her story and her mission and remember that we all have the ability to provide hope and truly make a difference in the world.  

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-8270645 Mon, 05 Apr 2021 19:00:00 -0400 2605 full false Julian Hayes II Julian Hayes II Meet Julian Hayes II, a human performance advisor & epigenetic coach and the  author of Body Architect a real-world guide to ignite your fitness, look awesome naked, quiet the inner voices of self-doubt, & design a lifestyle on your own terms.  Listen in as we discuss how you can maximize your performance as an entrepreneur by matching your physical success to your financial success so you can become superhuman in life and in business.

]]> Meet Julian Hayes II, a human performance advisor & epigenetic coach and the  author of Body Architect a real-world guide to ignite your fitness, look awesome naked, quiet the inner voices of self-doubt, & design a lifestyle on your own terms.  Listen in as we discuss how you can maximize your performance as an entrepreneur by matching your physical success to your financial success so you can become superhuman in life and in business.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-8224411 Tue, 30 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -0400 2361 3 13 full false Orly Wahba Orly Wahba We had the pleasure of spending time with Orly Wahba once again, the founder of Life Vest Inside. Orly encourages people to embrace the incredible power of giving and recognize that in times of hardship, kindness, like a life vest, keeps the world afloat. Listen in as we discuss how to stay positive and lift each other up in this difficult time in the world. Orly is truly a ray of sunshine that spreads warmth and love throughout.

]]> We had the pleasure of spending time with Orly Wahba once again, the founder of Life Vest Inside. Orly encourages people to embrace the incredible power of giving and recognize that in times of hardship, kindness, like a life vest, keeps the world afloat. Listen in as we discuss how to stay positive and lift each other up in this difficult time in the world. Orly is truly a ray of sunshine that spreads warmth and love throughout.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-8171486 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 18:00:00 -0400 2791 3 12 full false Grant Botma Grant Botma Meet Grant Botma, he is the founder of Stewardship where they love people through home loans, insurance and investments and he is the best selling author of The problem is not their paycheck: How to attract top talent and build a thriving company culture.

]]> Meet Grant Botma, he is the founder of Stewardship where they love people through home loans, insurance and investments and he is the best selling author of The problem is not their paycheck: How to attract top talent and build a thriving company culture.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-8128396 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 21:00:00 -0400 2303 3 11 full false Justin Tidd Justin Tidd Meet Justin Tidd!  Chief Sales officer at Becker Global America.  He is a passionate, dynamic sales professional that has proven that with focus and dedication you can overcome anything. Justin believes that life happens for us not to us and  I had the pleasure of meeting Justin when he appeared on my Thrive Thursday show and after learning that his super power was being the cornerstone of his team, I had to hear more.  Listen in and learn why it's important to have a mentor, be a mentor and strive to make a difference in the world.

]]> Meet Justin Tidd!  Chief Sales officer at Becker Global America.  He is a passionate, dynamic sales professional that has proven that with focus and dedication you can overcome anything. Justin believes that life happens for us not to us and  I had the pleasure of meeting Justin when he appeared on my Thrive Thursday show and after learning that his super power was being the cornerstone of his team, I had to hear more.  Listen in and learn why it's important to have a mentor, be a mentor and strive to make a difference in the world.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-8092063 Sun, 07 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0500 2148 3 10 full false Shaily Hakimian Shaily Hakimian Meet Shaily Hakimian , The Social Media Sherpa!  Listen and learn how to use social media to propel your business and why you must have a digital presence to do business in all cases.  Learn how to get more out of your business from your referral network by utilizing social media and most importantly how to have fun while increasing your network.

]]> Meet Shaily Hakimian , The Social Media Sherpa!  Listen and learn how to use social media to propel your business and why you must have a digital presence to do business in all cases.  Learn how to get more out of your business from your referral network by utilizing social media and most importantly how to have fun while increasing your network.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-8043885 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0500 2397 3 9 full false Jacqueline Wales Jacqueline Wales Meet Jacqueline Wales, she is an author, speaker and coach of the "Fearless Factor" a motivational company for individuals ready to turn off the fear, self-doubt, anxiety and turn on the confidence so you can live your best life now.  Join me as we learn how to get comfortable being uncomfortable and take the path of being fearless!

]]> Meet Jacqueline Wales, she is an author, speaker and coach of the "Fearless Factor" a motivational company for individuals ready to turn off the fear, self-doubt, anxiety and turn on the confidence so you can live your best life now.  Join me as we learn how to get comfortable being uncomfortable and take the path of being fearless!

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-7983595 Sun, 21 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2231 3 8 full false Carrie McCann Carrie McCann Meet Carrie McCann, she is an Account Manager at ProvenIT where she makes your vision become a reality through office technology.  I met Carrie when she attended the Selling from the heart 21 day Challenge and she was the winner of a chapter in my 2nd book.  Carrie's servant leadership and dedication to her clients and her personal journey inspired me to have her on the podcast.  Listen in to hear how she catapulted her career by doing her inner work.  

]]> Meet Carrie McCann, she is an Account Manager at ProvenIT where she makes your vision become a reality through office technology.  I met Carrie when she attended the Selling from the heart 21 day Challenge and she was the winner of a chapter in my 2nd book.  Carrie's servant leadership and dedication to her clients and her personal journey inspired me to have her on the podcast.  Listen in to hear how she catapulted her career by doing her inner work.  

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-7857043 Sun, 14 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0500 2940 3 7 full false Sam Verma Sam Verma Meet Sam Verma a passionate mortgage professional and  CEO of People's Processing a 25+ year mortgage veteran who has spent 2 decades originating mortgage and/or managing origination teams and is the go-to consultant that advises mortgage processors on how to work smarter to drive down costs and close loans faster.  Join me as we dive into Sam's journey into the mortgage industry and how adversity only makes you stronger and why having a mentor is so important.

]]> Meet Sam Verma a passionate mortgage professional and  CEO of People's Processing a 25+ year mortgage veteran who has spent 2 decades originating mortgage and/or managing origination teams and is the go-to consultant that advises mortgage processors on how to work smarter to drive down costs and close loans faster.  Join me as we dive into Sam's journey into the mortgage industry and how adversity only makes you stronger and why having a mentor is so important.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-7716970 Sat, 06 Feb 2021 20:00:00 -0500 2129 3 6 full false Say Yes Everyday! Interview with Laura Brandao Say Yes Everyday! Interview with Laura Brandao This week I was interviewed by Larry Levine from Selling from the Heart.  We discussed the why behind me writing my first solo book Say Yes Everyday! Discovering your Superpowers.  In 2018 I leaped out of my comfort zone and on to a stage where I realized I had a voice.  I am now on a mission to encourage and empower others to use their voice by discovering their personal super powers and sharing them with the world.

]]> This week I was interviewed by Larry Levine from Selling from the Heart.  We discussed the why behind me writing my first solo book Say Yes Everyday! Discovering your Superpowers.  In 2018 I leaped out of my comfort zone and on to a stage where I realized I had a voice.  I am now on a mission to encourage and empower others to use their voice by discovering their personal super powers and sharing them with the world.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-7572271 Tue, 02 Feb 2021 07:00:00 -0500 1549 3 5 full false Dave Daniel Dave Daniel Meet Dave Daniel!  He is the founder and Chair of the Kentucky non-profit organization Build Ashland.  I met Dave when he was nominated to be a guest on my Thrive Thursday, weekly Facebook Live show and after hearing the amazing story of why he needed to take action and make a difference in Ashland Kentucky, I had to hear more.  This is once again proof that we all have the power of making a difference in the world.
https://www.buildashland.org

]]> Meet Dave Daniel!  He is the founder and Chair of the Kentucky non-profit organization Build Ashland.  I met Dave when he was nominated to be a guest on my Thrive Thursday, weekly Facebook Live show and after hearing the amazing story of why he needed to take action and make a difference in Ashland Kentucky, I had to hear more.  This is once again proof that we all have the power of making a difference in the world.
https://www.buildashland.org

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-7444552 Mon, 25 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500 2309 3 4 full false Elizabeth Power Elizabeth Power Meet Elizabeth Power!
This week we dive into how to successfully transition through change in our lives. Elizabeth provides us with insights on how to adapt while providing hope and healing and be sure to stay until the end, you will leave with a smile.

]]> Meet Elizabeth Power!
This week we dive into how to successfully transition through change in our lives. Elizabeth provides us with insights on how to adapt while providing hope and healing and be sure to stay until the end, you will leave with a smile.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-7337092 Mon, 18 Jan 2021 18:00:00 -0500 2333 3 3 full false Dr. Kathleen Smith Dr. Kathleen Smith This week I had the pleasure of listening and learning from Dr. Kathleen Smith the author of Everything isn't terrible: Conquer your insecurities, Interrupt your anxiety, and Finally calm down.  Many of us suffer from being an Anxious overachiever and Dr. Smith shares with us why we need to observe, evaluate and interrupt our anxiety before we can change it.  
https://kathleensmith.net/

]]> This week I had the pleasure of listening and learning from Dr. Kathleen Smith the author of Everything isn't terrible: Conquer your insecurities, Interrupt your anxiety, and Finally calm down.  Many of us suffer from being an Anxious overachiever and Dr. Smith shares with us why we need to observe, evaluate and interrupt our anxiety before we can change it.  
https://kathleensmith.net/

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-6679679 Mon, 11 Jan 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2097 3 2 full false Matt Johnson Matt Johnson This is a must listen episode!  Matt Johnson shares his insights on how to be Micro Famous because right now, there is a group of people running a simple, profitable business without being glued to their phones.  What's their secret?  They have become famously influential to the right people and so can you!  www.pursuingresults.com

]]> This is a must listen episode!  Matt Johnson shares his insights on how to be Micro Famous because right now, there is a group of people running a simple, profitable business without being glued to their phones.  What's their secret?  They have become famously influential to the right people and so can you!  www.pursuingresults.com

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-6662981 Tue, 05 Jan 2021 07:00:00 -0500 1848 3 1 full false 2020 Podcast year in review 2020 Podcast year in review We have learned so many lessons in 2020!  This past week I sat down to reflect on a few lessons that I learned from my Positively Charged Biz podcast guests.  Wishing everyone a Happy, healthy and prosperous 2021!

Listen to all our Episodes
https://positivelychargedbiz.buzzsprout.com

Subscribe to our YouTube channel
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]]> We have learned so many lessons in 2020!  This past week I sat down to reflect on a few lessons that I learned from my Positively Charged Biz podcast guests.  Wishing everyone a Happy, healthy and prosperous 2021!

Listen to all our Episodes
https://positivelychargedbiz.buzzsprout.com

Subscribe to our YouTube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuMz9XE9OQO5MSwP6ifm3qQ


]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-7024426 Sun, 27 Dec 2020 17:00:00 -0500 763 full false Dr Steve Yacovelli Dr Steve Yacovelli Meet Dr. Steve Yacovelli, an expert in leadership development, change management and diversity and inclusion.  

On this weeks episode we discuss:

* The value and importance of having a diverse team
* The "secret" of great leadership
*How do we become more resilient in times of change

]]> Meet Dr. Steve Yacovelli, an expert in leadership development, change management and diversity and inclusion.  

On this weeks episode we discuss:

* The value and importance of having a diverse team
* The "secret" of great leadership
*How do we become more resilient in times of change

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-6661451 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 18:00:00 -0500 2472 2 45 full false Michael Levitt Michael Levitt This week we dive into burn out and how to identify the signs and change gears before it's too late.  Meet Michael Levitt, the CEO & Chief Burnout Officer of the Breakfast Leadership Network.  

Listen in to learn:
*What is burnout?
*Why do people burnout?
*Is there a certain type of person that's prone to burning out.

This year has pushed us beyond the comfort zone and we all need to be mindful of the changes that have occurred as a result, there is time to counter the negative affects and keep our mindset in a positive and productive place.

]]> This week we dive into burn out and how to identify the signs and change gears before it's too late.  Meet Michael Levitt, the CEO & Chief Burnout Officer of the Breakfast Leadership Network.  

Listen in to learn:
*What is burnout?
*Why do people burnout?
*Is there a certain type of person that's prone to burning out.

This year has pushed us beyond the comfort zone and we all need to be mindful of the changes that have occurred as a result, there is time to counter the negative affects and keep our mindset in a positive and productive place.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-6645184 Mon, 07 Dec 2020 15:00:00 -0500 2757 2 44 full false Marisa Williams Marisa Williams Meet Marisa Williams, she is a believer, wife, mommy, nurse, survivor and a dynamite diva but above all of that she is first and foremost unapologetically Marisa.  She believes in the fact that we decide to make everyday what it is great or otherwise and we only get so many days so we must make the most of all of them.  Marisa was a guest on my FB Live show "Thrive Thursday" and when she declared that she was a HOPE Dealer I knew that I had to have her on the podcast to share her story with the world. #hopedealer 

]]> Meet Marisa Williams, she is a believer, wife, mommy, nurse, survivor and a dynamite diva but above all of that she is first and foremost unapologetically Marisa.  She believes in the fact that we decide to make everyday what it is great or otherwise and we only get so many days so we must make the most of all of them.  Marisa was a guest on my FB Live show "Thrive Thursday" and when she declared that she was a HOPE Dealer I knew that I had to have her on the podcast to share her story with the world. #hopedealer 

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-6582526 Fri, 27 Nov 2020 18:00:00 -0500 2175 2 43 full false Sandy Fernandez-Masciatti Sandy Fernandez-Masciatti Meet Sandy Fernandez-Masciatti a Loan Officer, best selling author and the President & Founder of Karmic Currency.  After years of researching why most people have a lack mindset Sandy realized that anyone can be financially secure and happy once you stop blocking the energy behind your financial success.  Listen in to learn how you can bring good fortune and happiness into your life. #karmiccurrency 

]]> Meet Sandy Fernandez-Masciatti a Loan Officer, best selling author and the President & Founder of Karmic Currency.  After years of researching why most people have a lack mindset Sandy realized that anyone can be financially secure and happy once you stop blocking the energy behind your financial success.  Listen in to learn how you can bring good fortune and happiness into your life. #karmiccurrency 

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-6276754 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 12:00:00 -0500 2575 2 42 full false Michael Daniels Michael Daniels This week I had the pleasure of meeting Michael Daniels the Founder & CEO of Fayr.  Fayr was born out of 2 desires.: to become a better co-parent and to make the experience of co-parenting better.  Fayr is an app that encompasses the whole range of co-parenting needs - financial, documentation, geo pinpointing, scheduling communication - for the entire time you-re co-parenting.  When Michael was filming "Planet of the Apps" Michae met one of the leading figures in honest, considerate and communicative separations: Gwyneth Paltrow and she immediately identified with and deeply supported Michael's mission to make co-parenting better and Gwyneth is now Fayr's head advisor.  Listen in to hear the full story.

]]> This week I had the pleasure of meeting Michael Daniels the Founder & CEO of Fayr.  Fayr was born out of 2 desires.: to become a better co-parent and to make the experience of co-parenting better.  Fayr is an app that encompasses the whole range of co-parenting needs - financial, documentation, geo pinpointing, scheduling communication - for the entire time you-re co-parenting.  When Michael was filming "Planet of the Apps" Michae met one of the leading figures in honest, considerate and communicative separations: Gwyneth Paltrow and she immediately identified with and deeply supported Michael's mission to make co-parenting better and Gwyneth is now Fayr's head advisor.  Listen in to hear the full story.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-6103657 Tue, 17 Nov 2020 07:00:00 -0500 1723 2 41 full false Jennifer Thornton Jennifer Thornton This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Jennifer Thornton, an expert in strategy and leadership professional development.  Jennifer's unconventional approach to innovative workforce development solutions has created breakthroughs via growth and accelerated hiring patterns.  We dive into why throwing payroll at a problem does not get to the root of solving the issue and what the future of work-place communication will look like.   

]]> This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Jennifer Thornton, an expert in strategy and leadership professional development.  Jennifer's unconventional approach to innovative workforce development solutions has created breakthroughs via growth and accelerated hiring patterns.  We dive into why throwing payroll at a problem does not get to the root of solving the issue and what the future of work-place communication will look like.   

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-6093655 Tue, 10 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0500 1806 2 40 full false Susan Rocco Susan Rocco Susan Rocco is the Founder and Host of Women to Watch Media, LLC.   The premier global media platform and radio show for women leaders to share their life story.  Susan and I discuss how we can empower women to take their seat at the board room table by sharing their successes as well as their challenges.  Susan's primary mission is to connect, educate and encourage women in order to strengthen their self-esteem and help them find their calling in life.

]]> Susan Rocco is the Founder and Host of Women to Watch Media, LLC.   The premier global media platform and radio show for women leaders to share their life story.  Susan and I discuss how we can empower women to take their seat at the board room table by sharing their successes as well as their challenges.  Susan's primary mission is to connect, educate and encourage women in order to strengthen their self-esteem and help them find their calling in life.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-6093247 Mon, 02 Nov 2020 18:00:00 -0500 2208 2 39 full false Before the Ashes Fall Before the Ashes Fall David Serafine, Sarah Schwab, Brian Long
This week I had the pleasure of interviewing David Serafine, the author of before the Ashes Fall. The literal fictionary story, about redemption, forgiveness and the love between father and son. It demonstrates a highly visual and heart breaking journey beneath the cloud of Alzheimer's. We are also joined by Sarah Schwab the screenwriter and director of the up coming film and the Executive Producer of the film Brian Long.
https://beforetheashesfallthefilm.com/

]]> David Serafine, Sarah Schwab, Brian Long
This week I had the pleasure of interviewing David Serafine, the author of before the Ashes Fall. The literal fictionary story, about redemption, forgiveness and the love between father and son. It demonstrates a highly visual and heart breaking journey beneath the cloud of Alzheimer's. We are also joined by Sarah Schwab the screenwriter and director of the up coming film and the Executive Producer of the film Brian Long.
https://beforetheashesfallthefilm.com/

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-5940049 Mon, 26 Oct 2020 18:00:00 -0400 2451 2 38 full false Doan Winkel Doan Winkel This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Doan Winkel, he is an entrepreneur and an educator.  On this episode we discuss why we need to revamp how we teach our college students in order to give students a voice and the tools to become the next generation or leaders and entrepreneurs..

]]> This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Doan Winkel, he is an entrepreneur and an educator.  On this episode we discuss why we need to revamp how we teach our college students in order to give students a voice and the tools to become the next generation or leaders and entrepreneurs..

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-5737858 Tue, 20 Oct 2020 06:00:00 -0400 2988 2 37 full false Ben Baker & Claire Chandler Ben Baker & Claire Chandler This week I had the pleasure of discussing Ben Baker's and Claire Chandler's new book: Leading beyond a crisis: a conversation about what's next.  Leading beyond a crisis was built off a podcast series that they started during the COVID 19 quarantine with the thought that leaders at all levels need to start thinking about what is next and what is possible.

]]> This week I had the pleasure of discussing Ben Baker's and Claire Chandler's new book: Leading beyond a crisis: a conversation about what's next.  Leading beyond a crisis was built off a podcast series that they started during the COVID 19 quarantine with the thought that leaders at all levels need to start thinking about what is next and what is possible.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-5646982 Mon, 12 Oct 2020 13:00:00 -0400 2391 2 36 full false Geoff Zimpfer Geoff Zimpfer This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Geoff Zimpfer the author of "Disrupt or Die" & " Instant Referrals" he is also the founder of the Mortgage Marketing Institute.  We dive into what every originator needs to be doing today to prepare for the future of lending by:

1- Developing your brand
2- Becoming known
3- Generating a consistent deal flow to fill your pipeline
4- Building your on line reputation
5- How to win your customer early
6- Reducing the friction by having a stellar process.

]]> This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Geoff Zimpfer the author of "Disrupt or Die" & " Instant Referrals" he is also the founder of the Mortgage Marketing Institute.  We dive into what every originator needs to be doing today to prepare for the future of lending by:

1- Developing your brand
2- Becoming known
3- Generating a consistent deal flow to fill your pipeline
4- Building your on line reputation
5- How to win your customer early
6- Reducing the friction by having a stellar process.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-5647126 Mon, 05 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0400 2379 2 35 full false Janet Ioli Janet Ioli This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Janet Ioli, the author of Less Ego, More Soul. She is the author of The Cure, Power Presence for Women, and Less Ego more soul.

 On this episode we discuss the ego mask and why do we look to please everyone? 
How we can achieve the perfect alignment of heart mind and soul.
 Why is self evaluation is so important yet scary?  
 How do we get focused on the things that truly fulfill us? 
What is a thunderbolt and how do they have an affect on our lives?
Why we should have a personal manifesto and how do you start?


]]> This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Janet Ioli, the author of Less Ego, More Soul. She is the author of The Cure, Power Presence for Women, and Less Ego more soul.

 On this episode we discuss the ego mask and why do we look to please everyone? 
How we can achieve the perfect alignment of heart mind and soul.
 Why is self evaluation is so important yet scary?  
 How do we get focused on the things that truly fulfill us? 
What is a thunderbolt and how do they have an affect on our lives?
Why we should have a personal manifesto and how do you start?


]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-5612164 Mon, 28 Sep 2020 13:00:00 -0400 2325 2 34 full false Margie Warrell Margie Warrell This week we learned why and how you should trust yourself to live bravely.  Margie Warrell shares why she is passionate about helping others live bigger and braver lives.  Margie is the host of the Live Brave podcast and a 5 time best selling author with her most recent book being You got this!    

]]> This week we learned why and how you should trust yourself to live bravely.  Margie Warrell shares why she is passionate about helping others live bigger and braver lives.  Margie is the host of the Live Brave podcast and a 5 time best selling author with her most recent book being You got this!    

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-5410120 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 16:00:00 -0400 2946 2 33 full false Shawn Harper Shawn Harper This week I had the pleasure of speaking to Shawn Harper, a former NFL offensive lineman who played a total of seven seasons with the Rams, the Oilers, the Colts, and NFL Europe. Since 2004 he has owned and he operates American Services and Protection, a multi-million-dollar security services firm headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.  His journey from the grit and sweat of the NFL locker room to the corporate culture of the boardroom proved that he could win in both worlds by using many of the same principles and strategies

]]> This week I had the pleasure of speaking to Shawn Harper, a former NFL offensive lineman who played a total of seven seasons with the Rams, the Oilers, the Colts, and NFL Europe. Since 2004 he has owned and he operates American Services and Protection, a multi-million-dollar security services firm headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.  His journey from the grit and sweat of the NFL locker room to the corporate culture of the boardroom proved that he could win in both worlds by using many of the same principles and strategies

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-5302528 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400 2394 2 32 full false Glenn Marsden Glenn Marsden This week I had the pleasure of speaking with ​Glenn Marsden the Founder and Creative Director of the highly publicized Mental Health  “Imperfectly Perfect campaign” that gained international recognition within a year amassing a combined reach of over 4 million and gaining the backing of over 200 international public figures.  Learn how Glenn shifted his mindset and went on to create a coaching program combining areas of both modalities.  He is now on a mission to help others find their voice, gain confidence and equip others to reach their personal and professional goals.

]]> This week I had the pleasure of speaking with ​Glenn Marsden the Founder and Creative Director of the highly publicized Mental Health  “Imperfectly Perfect campaign” that gained international recognition within a year amassing a combined reach of over 4 million and gaining the backing of over 200 international public figures.  Learn how Glenn shifted his mindset and went on to create a coaching program combining areas of both modalities.  He is now on a mission to help others find their voice, gain confidence and equip others to reach their personal and professional goals.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-5300989 Mon, 07 Sep 2020 18:00:00 -0400 2063 2 31 full false Lydia Fenet Lydia Fenet Lydia Fenet is the author of the widely acclaimed  book, "The most powerful woman in the room is you".  Listen in as we discuss why we should all have our own "strike method" and how confidence and being yourself can create the life you have always desired.  Learn the 5 keys to selling:
 1- Strike Method
 2- Create your own style be your authentic self
 3- Get to know your prospects and connect with them
 4- The more you ask the more you will get take the emotion out of no
 5- Roadmap your life and follow through with it.

]]> Lydia Fenet is the author of the widely acclaimed  book, "The most powerful woman in the room is you".  Listen in as we discuss why we should all have our own "strike method" and how confidence and being yourself can create the life you have always desired.  Learn the 5 keys to selling:
 1- Strike Method
 2- Create your own style be your authentic self
 3- Get to know your prospects and connect with them
 4- The more you ask the more you will get take the emotion out of no
 5- Roadmap your life and follow through with it.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-5104996 Mon, 31 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0400 2713 2 30 full false Ryan Stanley Ryan Stanley This week we learned how to be patient, present and joyful!  Ryan Stanley is a lifelong entrepreneur who is known for his impressively natural ability to connect with, understand and empower those who are in pursuit of and willing to make significant changes in their personal and professional lives so they can end up being the best versions of themselves.  In 2019 Ryan published his first book, Be Patient, Be Present and Be Joyful a first aid kit for emotional bumps, scrapes and bruises for life.

]]> This week we learned how to be patient, present and joyful!  Ryan Stanley is a lifelong entrepreneur who is known for his impressively natural ability to connect with, understand and empower those who are in pursuit of and willing to make significant changes in their personal and professional lives so they can end up being the best versions of themselves.  In 2019 Ryan published his first book, Be Patient, Be Present and Be Joyful a first aid kit for emotional bumps, scrapes and bruises for life.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-5008892 Mon, 24 Aug 2020 15:00:00 -0400 2102 2 29 full false Alex Sanfilippo Alex Sanfilippo This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Alex Sanfilippo, the host of the Creating Brand, a top 20 entrepreneurship podcast where he interviews successful leaders and experts on topics that matter to entrepreneurs who want to grow faster both personally & professionaly while saving time and money in the process.  www.creatingabrand.com. 

We discuss how to reach your goals and win as a blogger
Productivity secrets that lead to success
How to get more done with doing less
Becoming the best version of yourself

]]> This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Alex Sanfilippo, the host of the Creating Brand, a top 20 entrepreneurship podcast where he interviews successful leaders and experts on topics that matter to entrepreneurs who want to grow faster both personally & professionaly while saving time and money in the process.  www.creatingabrand.com. 

We discuss how to reach your goals and win as a blogger
Productivity secrets that lead to success
How to get more done with doing less
Becoming the best version of yourself

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-4902092 Sun, 16 Aug 2020 15:00:00 -0400 2271 2 28 full false Dr Andrea Pennington Dr Andrea Pennington This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Andrea Pennington, she is an integrative physician, acupuncturist meditation and a #1 international best selling author & Tedx speaker.  Dr. Andrea helps others build resilience, reclaim vitality and thrive despite the inevitalble trauma and drama life brings.  

Learn Dr. Pennington's 5 step framework for creating a stable foundation of real self love.


]]> This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Andrea Pennington, she is an integrative physician, acupuncturist meditation and a #1 international best selling author & Tedx speaker.  Dr. Andrea helps others build resilience, reclaim vitality and thrive despite the inevitalble trauma and drama life brings.  

Learn Dr. Pennington's 5 step framework for creating a stable foundation of real self love.


]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-4718210 Mon, 10 Aug 2020 15:00:00 -0400 2262 2 27 full false Sherry Deutschmann Sherry Deutschmann On this week's episode we meet Sherry Deutschmann a serial entrepreneur, author of Lunch with Lucy and the founder of BrainTrust, a company dedicated to helping women entrepreneurs grow their businesses to $1 million in annual revenue and beyond. Listen in as you hear how Sherry's dedication to her team allows her to not only grow multiple successful companies but create a company culture like no other.  

]]> On this week's episode we meet Sherry Deutschmann a serial entrepreneur, author of Lunch with Lucy and the founder of BrainTrust, a company dedicated to helping women entrepreneurs grow their businesses to $1 million in annual revenue and beyond. Listen in as you hear how Sherry's dedication to her team allows her to not only grow multiple successful companies but create a company culture like no other.  

]]> https://positivelycharged.biz/guest-links.html Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-4619012 Mon, 03 Aug 2020 18:00:00 -0400 2491 2 26 full false Dr Garland Vance Dr Garland Vance This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Garland Vance. He has been helping people and their teams get clarity about their life and leadership for over 20 years.
On this episode we discuss how "Gettin Unbusy" saved Garland's life and why we wear being busy like a badge of honor.
If you want to learn how to get unbusy while becoming happier, this is the episode for you.
#unbusy #happiness

]]> This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Garland Vance. He has been helping people and their teams get clarity about their life and leadership for over 20 years.
On this episode we discuss how "Gettin Unbusy" saved Garland's life and why we wear being busy like a badge of honor.
If you want to learn how to get unbusy while becoming happier, this is the episode for you.
#unbusy #happiness

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-4546376 Mon, 27 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0400 2179 2 25 full false Joan Herrmann Joan Herrmann This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Joan Herrmann. She is the founder of a multimedia communications company and created, hosts and produces Change Your Life radio show and podcast, conversations with Joan.
On this episode we discuss why changing your mindset and attitude is the start of achieving a positive and fulfilling life. #CYACYL #change #happiness

]]> This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Joan Herrmann. She is the founder of a multimedia communications company and created, hosts and produces Change Your Life radio show and podcast, conversations with Joan.
On this episode we discuss why changing your mindset and attitude is the start of achieving a positive and fulfilling life. #CYACYL #change #happiness

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-4350800 Mon, 20 Jul 2020 18:00:00 -0400 2037 2 24 full false Pam Marmon Pam Marmon This week I had the pleasure of interviewing, Pam Marmon the author of No One's Listening and it's your fault: Get your message heard during organization transformation.

Over the last few months we have all had to adjust to change.  On this episode we explore:

* Why your career success depends on your ability to change
*Some change must-haves you need to understand if you expect to be successful
* Change doesn't have to be hard
*Why you need to have change champions in your organization.

]]> This week I had the pleasure of interviewing, Pam Marmon the author of No One's Listening and it's your fault: Get your message heard during organization transformation.

Over the last few months we have all had to adjust to change.  On this episode we explore:

* Why your career success depends on your ability to change
*Some change must-haves you need to understand if you expect to be successful
* Change doesn't have to be hard
*Why you need to have change champions in your organization.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-4350542 Tue, 14 Jul 2020 07:00:00 -0400 1940 2 23 full false Dr Lois Frankel Dr Lois Frankel This week we had the pleasure of speaking with the author of Nice Girls don't get the corner office, Nice girls don't get rich and Nice girls just don't get it.  In January 2020 Dr. Frankel released her latest audio book, Nice girls don't speak up or Stand out: How to make your voice heard, your point known and your presence felt.  

Dr. Frankel shares with us why you can't behave like the nice little girls that you were taught in childhood and expect to achieve your adult goals.

]]> This week we had the pleasure of speaking with the author of Nice Girls don't get the corner office, Nice girls don't get rich and Nice girls just don't get it.  In January 2020 Dr. Frankel released her latest audio book, Nice girls don't speak up or Stand out: How to make your voice heard, your point known and your presence felt.  

Dr. Frankel shares with us why you can't behave like the nice little girls that you were taught in childhood and expect to achieve your adult goals.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-4342373 Mon, 06 Jul 2020 17:00:00 -0400 2514 2 22 full false Art Sobczak Art Sobczak On this weeks episode we meet Art Sobczak the author of Smart Calling - How to eliminate the Fear, Failure and rejection from cold calling. I think if we asked a room full of people what 2 things are they most afraid of in business it would be public speaking and cold calling  Art and I get straight to the point as we dive into why cold calling is not a dying art and should be a viable piece of your business.  

Art is offering our listeners a free "cold calling (without the cold) script template along with word for word examples and video training to put together their own "smart calls" - http://smart-calling.com

Tune into Art's podcast at:  http://theartofsales.com

Remember: Rejection is not an experience; it's the way you define an experience.  You have total control of your definitions.




]]> On this weeks episode we meet Art Sobczak the author of Smart Calling - How to eliminate the Fear, Failure and rejection from cold calling. I think if we asked a room full of people what 2 things are they most afraid of in business it would be public speaking and cold calling  Art and I get straight to the point as we dive into why cold calling is not a dying art and should be a viable piece of your business.  

Art is offering our listeners a free "cold calling (without the cold) script template along with word for word examples and video training to put together their own "smart calls" - http://smart-calling.com

Tune into Art's podcast at:  http://theartofsales.com

Remember: Rejection is not an experience; it's the way you define an experience.  You have total control of your definitions.




]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-4170167 Mon, 29 Jun 2020 19:00:00 -0400 2376 2 21 full false Jen Du Plessis Jen Du Plessis On this weeks show I had the pleasure of interviewing an icon in our industry Jen Du Plessis.  We discussed how you should stop talking, take action and get results while being present in the life that you have created.

During this time of COVID 19 Jen encourages us to work on our 4 skill sets.

1- Service Skills - Responsiveness
2- Sources Skills - Who you are working with nd what type of business do they send?
3- System Skills - Do you have systems for prospects, processing and nurturing your database and referral partners?
4- Sales Skills - Are you honing in on these skills with technical knowledge (hard skills) and mindset/nurturing knowledge (soft skills)?

Jen has a special offer for our podcast listeners:

7 Ways to breakthrough YOUR glass ceiling:
www.kineticsparkconsulting.com/7ways

Also join Jen's Cracking the Top producer code workshop at:
https://www.thetopproducercode.com/ctpc-offer

Mentorship - text STRATEGY to 66866

]]> On this weeks show I had the pleasure of interviewing an icon in our industry Jen Du Plessis.  We discussed how you should stop talking, take action and get results while being present in the life that you have created.

During this time of COVID 19 Jen encourages us to work on our 4 skill sets.

1- Service Skills - Responsiveness
2- Sources Skills - Who you are working with nd what type of business do they send?
3- System Skills - Do you have systems for prospects, processing and nurturing your database and referral partners?
4- Sales Skills - Are you honing in on these skills with technical knowledge (hard skills) and mindset/nurturing knowledge (soft skills)?

Jen has a special offer for our podcast listeners:

7 Ways to breakthrough YOUR glass ceiling:
www.kineticsparkconsulting.com/7ways

Also join Jen's Cracking the Top producer code workshop at:
https://www.thetopproducercode.com/ctpc-offer

Mentorship - text STRATEGY to 66866

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-4139480 Mon, 22 Jun 2020 19:00:00 -0400 2493 2 20 full false Jeff Brown Jeff Brown On this episode we meet Jeff Brown the host of the Read to Lead podcast.  Listen in as you hear why Jeff started his pod cast in 2013 and how his passion for life long learning has allowed him to be an award nominated pod caster, consultant and speaker.  Jeff shares with us his D.R.E.A.M foundation for success.  You don't want to miss this one, lots of great information and inspiration.

]]> On this episode we meet Jeff Brown the host of the Read to Lead podcast.  Listen in as you hear why Jeff started his pod cast in 2013 and how his passion for life long learning has allowed him to be an award nominated pod caster, consultant and speaker.  Jeff shares with us his D.R.E.A.M foundation for success.  You don't want to miss this one, lots of great information and inspiration.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-3988607 Tue, 16 Jun 2020 07:00:00 -0400 2709 #readtoleadpodcast #leadership #dream 2 19 full false Liz Irish and Dr Melissa Bird Liz Irish and Dr Melissa Bird On this episode we meet Liz Irish and Dr. Melissa Bird.  Liz is a seasoned mortgage professional who was tired of hearing the same male sales coaches that have been presenting to her company year over year.  Instead of being disengaged she reached out to her friend Dr. Bird and said, hey why don't we put on our own Women's Mortgage conference and that is where we pick up our conversation.  Listen in to hear what brought these 2 ladies together and why they have chosen women empowerment as their mission.

]]> On this episode we meet Liz Irish and Dr. Melissa Bird.  Liz is a seasoned mortgage professional who was tired of hearing the same male sales coaches that have been presenting to her company year over year.  Instead of being disengaged she reached out to her friend Dr. Bird and said, hey why don't we put on our own Women's Mortgage conference and that is where we pick up our conversation.  Listen in to hear what brought these 2 ladies together and why they have chosen women empowerment as their mission.

]]> Laura Brandao Buzzsprout-3987869 Tue, 09 Jun 2020 07:00:00 -0400 2702 #womenempowerment #mortgagewomen 2 18 full false Jeniffer Rock and Michael Voss Jeniffer Rock and Michael Voss On this episode we meet the authors of BS Incorporated and Operation Clusterpuck.  We tackle the sensitive topic of office politics and corporate friction with a comedic spin.  

Jennifer Rock & Michael Voss spent 2 decades careening through corporate American and barely lived to write about it.  As company journalists, speechwriters and C-suite advisors they stockpiled insider stories and cautionary tales.

]]> On this episode we meet the authors of BS Incorporated and Operation Clusterpuck.  We tackle the sensitive topic of office politics and corporate friction with a comedic spin.  

Jennifer Rock & Michael Voss spent 2 decades careening through corporate American and barely lived to write about it.  As company journalists, speechwriters and C-suite advisors they stockpiled insider stories and cautionary tales.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall Buzzsprout-3788441 Tue, 02 Jun 2020 07:00:00 -0400 2732 #corporatepolitics 2 17 full false Jen Mesada Jen Mesada On this episode we meet Jen Mesada, the CEO of She's local.  When Jen lost her job she was faced with a moment in time where she had to make a decision should she return back to what was familiar and comfortable or she could ask her self why is that most of the networking and leadership training being done is outside of her local community?  Hear how Jen executed on a plan and is now inspiring multiple local communities.  
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNZUGcHXA6jbAShMMK4MO0Q

]]> On this episode we meet Jen Mesada, the CEO of She's local.  When Jen lost her job she was faced with a moment in time where she had to make a decision should she return back to what was familiar and comfortable or she could ask her self why is that most of the networking and leadership training being done is outside of her local community?  Hear how Jen executed on a plan and is now inspiring multiple local communities.  
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNZUGcHXA6jbAShMMK4MO0Q

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall Buzzsprout-3788447 Tue, 26 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400 2767 2 16 full false Jacob Morgan Jacob Morgan Have you every thought what will work look like in 2030 and beyond?  Jacob Morgan, futurist and a world leading authority on leadership joins me on this episode to discuss his new book The Future Leader and why the leader today may look different than the leader of tomorrow.  #jacobmorgan #futureleader #futurist #entrepreneur #mortgagelending 

]]> Have you every thought what will work look like in 2030 and beyond?  Jacob Morgan, futurist and a world leading authority on leadership joins me on this episode to discuss his new book The Future Leader and why the leader today may look different than the leader of tomorrow.  #jacobmorgan #futureleader #futurist #entrepreneur #mortgagelending 

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall Buzzsprout-3697539 Tue, 19 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400 2761 2 15 full false Evan Knox Evan Knox On this week's episode we talk to Evan Knox, founder of Caffeine Marketing and a small business investor.  Evan shares with us his insights into building a brand, the importance of developing relationships, looking for revenue leaks and creating a strong sales funnel.

]]> On this week's episode we talk to Evan Knox, founder of Caffeine Marketing and a small business investor.  Evan shares with us his insights into building a brand, the importance of developing relationships, looking for revenue leaks and creating a strong sales funnel.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall Buzzsprout-3619750 Tue, 12 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400 2516 2 14 full false Dr Meg Myers Morgan Dr Meg Myers Morgan On this episode of Positively Charged Biz we speak to Dr. Meg Myers Morgan an award winning author of Everything is Negotiable, a college professor, keynote speaker and a certified executive coach.  In 2016 Dr. Meg presented her informative and humorous Ted Talk Negotiating for Life and in 2015 she won a gold medal for humor for her collection of essays Harebrained.  

Dr. Meg explains to us how she learned the art of negotiation from her young daughter and realized that we can achieve the life we always wanted if we come to the conclusion that there is no competition or set timelines only choices that we make.

She explains that you should never be afraid or guilty for asking for what you want wether it's a job, a raise, a partner or anything else you desire and allow yourself to be motivated by your wildest dreams.

We also discuss how optimism ins't just a trait we posses but also a predictor of our behavior.  They find that optimistic people take more proactive steps to increase their well being.  

#everythingisnegotiable #positivelychargedbiz #optimism #nocompetition #youareincontrol

]]> On this episode of Positively Charged Biz we speak to Dr. Meg Myers Morgan an award winning author of Everything is Negotiable, a college professor, keynote speaker and a certified executive coach.  In 2016 Dr. Meg presented her informative and humorous Ted Talk Negotiating for Life and in 2015 she won a gold medal for humor for her collection of essays Harebrained.  

Dr. Meg explains to us how she learned the art of negotiation from her young daughter and realized that we can achieve the life we always wanted if we come to the conclusion that there is no competition or set timelines only choices that we make.

She explains that you should never be afraid or guilty for asking for what you want wether it's a job, a raise, a partner or anything else you desire and allow yourself to be motivated by your wildest dreams.

We also discuss how optimism ins't just a trait we posses but also a predictor of our behavior.  They find that optimistic people take more proactive steps to increase their well being.  

#everythingisnegotiable #positivelychargedbiz #optimism #nocompetition #youareincontrol

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall Buzzsprout-3511492 Tue, 05 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400 2959 2 13 full false Larry Levine - Selling from the heart Larry Levine - Selling from the heart On this episode of Positively Charged Biz hear how Levine Levine the international best-selling author of Selling From the Heart and the co-host of the Selling from the Heart Podcast and I discuss how to truly connect with your clients and how the value of your relationships will support and grow your sales during this new economy  Don't be an empty suit that leaves your prospects and clients feeling "sold".  Learn how to become valuable before you become visible by combining traditional sales techniques with new social selling strategies.  #sellingfromtheheart #emptysuits #posivelychargedbiz 
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/turbulent-times-sales-professionals-give-hearts-minds-larry-levine/

]]> On this episode of Positively Charged Biz hear how Levine Levine the international best-selling author of Selling From the Heart and the co-host of the Selling from the Heart Podcast and I discuss how to truly connect with your clients and how the value of your relationships will support and grow your sales during this new economy  Don't be an empty suit that leaves your prospects and clients feeling "sold".  Learn how to become valuable before you become visible by combining traditional sales techniques with new social selling strategies.  #sellingfromtheheart #emptysuits #posivelychargedbiz 
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/turbulent-times-sales-professionals-give-hearts-minds-larry-levine/

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall Buzzsprout-3511330 Tue, 28 Apr 2020 07:00:00 -0400 2700 2 12 full false Jennifer Kauffman Jennifer Kauffman Listen in as we hear from Jennifer Kauffman the best-selling author of Shattered, the Boston Marathon I never wanted to run and did.  Almost 7 years to the date Jennifer joined us to relive her journey from trauma to thriving.   She is also the producer of A new leash on life: The K9 for warriors story that shed light on veterans returning from war with severe PTSD.  

Jennifer shares with us how she healed her body through positive thoughts and natural healing practices

Also hear how Jennifer was able to forgive the terrorists and in 2017 she not only ran but she finished the full marathon in 8 hours & 45 min.

#inspirational #shattered #jenniferkauffman #positivethoughts 



]]> Listen in as we hear from Jennifer Kauffman the best-selling author of Shattered, the Boston Marathon I never wanted to run and did.  Almost 7 years to the date Jennifer joined us to relive her journey from trauma to thriving.   She is also the producer of A new leash on life: The K9 for warriors story that shed light on veterans returning from war with severe PTSD.  

Jennifer shares with us how she healed her body through positive thoughts and natural healing practices

Also hear how Jennifer was able to forgive the terrorists and in 2017 she not only ran but she finished the full marathon in 8 hours & 45 min.

#inspirational #shattered #jenniferkauffman #positivethoughts 



]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall Buzzsprout-3419533 Tue, 21 Apr 2020 07:00:00 -0400 4384 2 11 full false Dr Kixx Goldman Dr Kixx Goldman Dr. Kixx is an author, psychologist & storyteller whose passion is writing fiction. She realized a lifelong dream of writing & publishing fiction when her collection of short stories, "Speak from your heart and be heard: Stories of courage and healing" was recently released. Listen in as Dr. Kixx shares with us why you should follow your intuition never be afraid to speak up and use your voice

]]> Dr. Kixx is an author, psychologist & storyteller whose passion is writing fiction. She realized a lifelong dream of writing & publishing fiction when her collection of short stories, "Speak from your heart and be heard: Stories of courage and healing" was recently released. Listen in as Dr. Kixx shares with us why you should follow your intuition never be afraid to speak up and use your voice

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/786999427 Tue, 07 Apr 2020 07:42:10 -0400 3259 2 10 full false Orly Wahba: Episode 9 Orly Wahba: Episode 9 On this episode we had the pleasure of spending time with Orly Wahba the founder of Life Vest Inside. Orly encourages people to embrace the incredible power of giving and recognize that in times of hardship, kindness, like a life vest, keeps the world afloat. Listen in as we discuss how to stay positive and lift each other up in this difficult time in the world. Orly is truly a ray of sunshine that spreads warmth and love throughout.

]]> On this episode we had the pleasure of spending time with Orly Wahba the founder of Life Vest Inside. Orly encourages people to embrace the incredible power of giving and recognize that in times of hardship, kindness, like a life vest, keeps the world afloat. Listen in as we discuss how to stay positive and lift each other up in this difficult time in the world. Orly is truly a ray of sunshine that spreads warmth and love throughout.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/786998698 Tue, 31 Mar 2020 07:00:00 -0400 3012 2 9 full false Homaira Kabir :Episode 8 Homaira Kabir :Episode 8 Homaira Kabir is a Positive Psychologist that shares her insights on how we can get through these challenging time in the world. Listen in to hear how to process all of the changes that are occurring and be able to thrive beyond the crisis. Homaira has created a special page just for you at no cost! https://www.homairakabir.com/resilience By signing up, you'll get 10 resilience building practices every day in your email box, starting Friday. You'll also be able to participate in upcoming Zoom virtual gatherings, where Homaira will help women stay strong and grow through these challenging times.

]]> Homaira Kabir is a Positive Psychologist that shares her insights on how we can get through these challenging time in the world. Listen in to hear how to process all of the changes that are occurring and be able to thrive beyond the crisis. Homaira has created a special page just for you at no cost! https://www.homairakabir.com/resilience By signing up, you'll get 10 resilience building practices every day in your email box, starting Friday. You'll also be able to participate in upcoming Zoom virtual gatherings, where Homaira will help women stay strong and grow through these challenging times.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/778634017 Thu, 19 Mar 2020 07:59:43 -0400 3037 2 8 full false Dr Sasha Shillcutt: Episode 7 Dr Sasha Shillcutt: Episode 7 A mother of 4, sought after speaker & the founder of Brave Enough, an organization through which she leads more than 10,000 women. Shillcut's life mission is to share the life lessons she's learned when she fell down and got back up, as well as she's gleaned from the women who've gone before her. In Between Grit and Grace, she shares the stories of 30 formidable women, interspersed with her personal experiences, and gives readers the tools to reach deep inside themselves to find the confidence and courage to be bossy and caring, fearless and vulnerable, relentless and forgiving and smart and humble. www.becomebraveenough.com

]]> A mother of 4, sought after speaker & the founder of Brave Enough, an organization through which she leads more than 10,000 women. Shillcut's life mission is to share the life lessons she's learned when she fell down and got back up, as well as she's gleaned from the women who've gone before her. In Between Grit and Grace, she shares the stories of 30 formidable women, interspersed with her personal experiences, and gives readers the tools to reach deep inside themselves to find the confidence and courage to be bossy and caring, fearless and vulnerable, relentless and forgiving and smart and humble. www.becomebraveenough.com

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/777358036 Mon, 16 Mar 2020 20:17:30 -0400 3089 2 7 full false Sharise Erby : Episode 6 Sharise Erby : Episode 6 What a treat on International Women's Day 2020! Listen in to hear Sharise Erby's story of how she built the Phenomenal Women Empowerment Network first as a healing place for herself and now for the many women that she is helping grow professionally and personally. You don't want to miss this one! www.mypwen.org www.pwee2020.comSharise is the best selling author of: Just do you: A raw look into sisterhood, womanhood & relationships and Whole Women Win: Unleashing the winner within

]]> What a treat on International Women's Day 2020! Listen in to hear Sharise Erby's story of how she built the Phenomenal Women Empowerment Network first as a healing place for herself and now for the many women that she is helping grow professionally and personally. You don't want to miss this one! www.mypwen.org www.pwee2020.comSharise is the best selling author of: Just do you: A raw look into sisterhood, womanhood & relationships and Whole Women Win: Unleashing the winner within

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/772921360 Sun, 08 Mar 2020 19:31:39 -0400 3604 2 6 full false David Cole : Episode 5 David Cole : Episode 5 During his 33 years in business David has seen time and again the dramatic differences in outcome between people who step up to the plate and take charge as opposed to those who continue to do exactly as they were taught when they were told to ’trust” the system.For most of his career, David has worked as a consultant helping Realtors, Insurance agents and other solopreneurs to become better at relationship-based marketing. Over the years David realized that the key to success wasn't learning some new closing techniques or buying some highly touted and expensive Internet lead generation software. Rather, it all came back to learning how to connect in a genuine way with new prospects and existing customers.Never has it been truer that "people buy from people they like"Sadly, most sales professionals have no idea that they can dramatically increase their closing ratio with an easy to learn a skill called, "empathetic communications".Empathetic communications are based on providing information to your prospect in the way that they are most comfortable with receiving it, processing it and making a buying decision.This is accomplished by understanding their unique personality.David established HERO Conversations to help sales professionals and small business owners to quickly acquire one of the most valuable skills possible, Rich, deep and meaningful conversations with those you care the most about, your spouse or significant other, your children, family members, and your close friends. David is also an accomplished public speaker and his style is reminiscent of your favorite warm and friendly College Professor. He takes what can be technical subjects and breaks them down into simple digestible learning blocks enabling his listeners to easily apply their new knowledge.https://www.heroconversations.com/positively-charged

]]> During his 33 years in business David has seen time and again the dramatic differences in outcome between people who step up to the plate and take charge as opposed to those who continue to do exactly as they were taught when they were told to ’trust” the system.For most of his career, David has worked as a consultant helping Realtors, Insurance agents and other solopreneurs to become better at relationship-based marketing. Over the years David realized that the key to success wasn't learning some new closing techniques or buying some highly touted and expensive Internet lead generation software. Rather, it all came back to learning how to connect in a genuine way with new prospects and existing customers.Never has it been truer that "people buy from people they like"Sadly, most sales professionals have no idea that they can dramatically increase their closing ratio with an easy to learn a skill called, "empathetic communications".Empathetic communications are based on providing information to your prospect in the way that they are most comfortable with receiving it, processing it and making a buying decision.This is accomplished by understanding their unique personality.David established HERO Conversations to help sales professionals and small business owners to quickly acquire one of the most valuable skills possible, Rich, deep and meaningful conversations with those you care the most about, your spouse or significant other, your children, family members, and your close friends. David is also an accomplished public speaker and his style is reminiscent of your favorite warm and friendly College Professor. He takes what can be technical subjects and breaks them down into simple digestible learning blocks enabling his listeners to easily apply their new knowledge.https://www.heroconversations.com/positively-charged

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/766873948 Wed, 26 Feb 2020 10:13:34 -0500 3248 2 5 full false Indre Viskontas: Episode 4 Indre Viskontas: Episode 4 Have you ever thought about the power of music? Join us for a fascinating conversation with Indre Viskontas an Opera Singer and a Neuroscientist that takes us through her journey of how she combined her 2 passions in life. Learn why music resonates with us and how it can affect your life as a whole.

]]> Have you ever thought about the power of music? Join us for a fascinating conversation with Indre Viskontas an Opera Singer and a Neuroscientist that takes us through her journey of how she combined her 2 passions in life. Learn why music resonates with us and how it can affect your life as a whole.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/763531141 Thu, 20 Feb 2020 19:09:53 -0500 3032 2 4 full false Cassandra "Coach Cass" Henriquez: Episode 3 Cassandra "Coach Cass" Henriquez: Episode 3 February is the month of Love and relationships. Listen in on our interview with Coach Cass to hear her story of how she interviewed 100s of happily married couples to learn why some relationships flourish and others lose their commitment to each other and how she has taken this valuable information and has helped successful women find true love. www.inspiremany.com

]]> February is the month of Love and relationships. Listen in on our interview with Coach Cass to hear her story of how she interviewed 100s of happily married couples to learn why some relationships flourish and others lose their commitment to each other and how she has taken this valuable information and has helped successful women find true love. www.inspiremany.com

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/753827047 Wed, 05 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0500 2840 2 3 full false Derenda Shubert :Episode 2 Derenda Shubert :Episode 2 Listen in as we learn about the power of intergenerational relationships and the ways in which those relationships strengthen and heal our communities Dr. Derenda Schubert is the Executive Director of Bridge Meadows in Portland Oregon. Did you know that isolation has the same health disadvantages as smoking 15 cigarettes a day? What can we do as a society to help this? Dr. Schubert shares some excellent ideas that will change our communities forever.

]]> Listen in as we learn about the power of intergenerational relationships and the ways in which those relationships strengthen and heal our communities Dr. Derenda Schubert is the Executive Director of Bridge Meadows in Portland Oregon. Did you know that isolation has the same health disadvantages as smoking 15 cigarettes a day? What can we do as a society to help this? Dr. Schubert shares some excellent ideas that will change our communities forever.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/751311190 Tue, 28 Jan 2020 20:53:26 -0500 2611 2 2 full false Denise Arand _Season 2:Episode 1 Denise Arand _Season 2:Episode 1 Wine, Women & Wealth, the inspirational stories of women who got their financial act together. Denise Arand started this group as a way to connect with a few friends and she has grown it to a national women's community that has broken down the barriers and negative stigma of talking about your finances. Listen in on why Denise felt this was necessary and why coming together has changed these women's lives.

]]> Wine, Women & Wealth, the inspirational stories of women who got their financial act together. Denise Arand started this group as a way to connect with a few friends and she has grown it to a national women's community that has broken down the barriers and negative stigma of talking about your finances. Listen in on why Denise felt this was necessary and why coming together has changed these women's lives.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/749064559 Fri, 24 Jan 2020 21:12:50 -0500 2695 2 1 full false Recap 12 29 19 Season 1: Episode 14 Recap 12 29 19 Season 1: Episode 14 It's a wrap! The first season of the Positively Charged Podcast has concluded. Who would have thought that by saying yes to meeting a stranger that heard me on another podcast would lead to us starting our own pod cast and having the opportunity to meet so many interesting inspirational and powerful people. We are looking forward to Season 2 as we continue to provide you with uplifting, inspiration guests who will help you as you write your life story. Laura & Tonda

]]> It's a wrap! The first season of the Positively Charged Podcast has concluded. Who would have thought that by saying yes to meeting a stranger that heard me on another podcast would lead to us starting our own pod cast and having the opportunity to meet so many interesting inspirational and powerful people. We are looking forward to Season 2 as we continue to provide you with uplifting, inspiration guests who will help you as you write your life story. Laura & Tonda

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/736727266 Wed, 01 Jan 2020 09:05:38 -0500 2579 1 14 full false Betty-Ann Heggie :Episode 13 Betty-Ann Heggie :Episode 13 In this episode we interview Betty-Ann Heggie, the author of Gender Physics: Unlock the energy you never knew you had to get the results you want.We discuss how all humans possess masculine and feminine energy and by adopting gender physics you can let go of established stereotypes, play to your strength and unlock energy that you never knew you had . www.bettyannheggie.com

]]> In this episode we interview Betty-Ann Heggie, the author of Gender Physics: Unlock the energy you never knew you had to get the results you want.We discuss how all humans possess masculine and feminine energy and by adopting gender physics you can let go of established stereotypes, play to your strength and unlock energy that you never knew you had . www.bettyannheggie.com

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/724636651 Sun, 08 Dec 2019 15:10:17 -0500 3175 1 13 full false Valerie Young :Episode 12 Valerie Young :Episode 12 Why do successful people suffer from Imposter Syndrome and how to thrive in spite of it.This episode is for anyone who has ever felt like they aren't "good enough" or "qualified enough" to go for or perform a certain job or role. Especially women. I asked Imposter syndrome expert Valerie Young to break this social and psychic phenomenon down for us and give us some tips on how we can learn to manage it.

]]> Why do successful people suffer from Imposter Syndrome and how to thrive in spite of it.This episode is for anyone who has ever felt like they aren't "good enough" or "qualified enough" to go for or perform a certain job or role. Especially women. I asked Imposter syndrome expert Valerie Young to break this social and psychic phenomenon down for us and give us some tips on how we can learn to manage it.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/721128916 Sun, 01 Dec 2019 08:47:13 -0500 2230 1 12 full false Gary Oppenheimer :Episode 11 Gary Oppenheimer :Episode 11 "No food left behind" is the goal of ampleharvest.org in order to have a healthier and by extension, wealthier America. Listen in as Gary Oppenheimer the Founder & Executive Director shares his story of how he saw a problem and connected the dots to bring over 8500 food pantries across America to local gardeners so their bounty could be shared.

]]> "No food left behind" is the goal of ampleharvest.org in order to have a healthier and by extension, wealthier America. Listen in as Gary Oppenheimer the Founder & Executive Director shares his story of how he saw a problem and connected the dots to bring over 8500 food pantries across America to local gardeners so their bounty could be shared.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/714329866 Tue, 19 Nov 2019 09:00:13 -0500 2668 1 11 full false Megan Valentine - Author of No Place Like Known :Episode 10 Megan Valentine - Author of No Place Like Known :Episode 10 Let your light shine! Listen in to hear Megan Valentine's thought provoking insights. Megan is a wife, mama of three, coach of all sorts and the author of No place like known, a journey of self discovery, chasing dreams and finding home right where you are. She is also the founder of Team Brave a community of women who are committed to pursuing their dreams, loving their people well and living lives that matter.

]]> Let your light shine! Listen in to hear Megan Valentine's thought provoking insights. Megan is a wife, mama of three, coach of all sorts and the author of No place like known, a journey of self discovery, chasing dreams and finding home right where you are. She is also the founder of Team Brave a community of women who are committed to pursuing their dreams, loving their people well and living lives that matter.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/713934262 Sat, 16 Nov 2019 19:36:50 -0500 2840 1 10 full false Evan Briggs :Episode 9 Evan Briggs :Episode 9 Listen in to hear how Evan Briggs, an independent documentary filmmaker took an idea and put it in motion by posting her trailer on You Tube which equated to over 4 million views and global recognition. Evan's portrayal of intergenerational positive outcomes has created a ripple that I am confident will be timeless. Evan shared with us that the biggest lesson she learned from creating "The Growing Season" was to never give up on your dreams.

]]> Listen in to hear how Evan Briggs, an independent documentary filmmaker took an idea and put it in motion by posting her trailer on You Tube which equated to over 4 million views and global recognition. Evan's portrayal of intergenerational positive outcomes has created a ripple that I am confident will be timeless. Evan shared with us that the biggest lesson she learned from creating "The Growing Season" was to never give up on your dreams.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/710446642 Sat, 09 Nov 2019 19:39:11 -0500 2631 1 9 full false Denise Hansard :Episode 8 Denise Hansard :Episode 8 On today's episode meet Denise Hansard the Author of "Suffering in Comfort" and a transformational life coach. Denise will share with us how to start a ripple by writing your life story by owning your choices. This starts with your BUTS: Become aware, Understand the impact, Take the next steps and Step into greatness. Also how to embrace your fears by creating a ROAR: Recognizing your fear, Opening up to the feelings you are having, Accepting the new feeling and Releasing the old fear story and replacing it with a new positive story.

]]> On today's episode meet Denise Hansard the Author of "Suffering in Comfort" and a transformational life coach. Denise will share with us how to start a ripple by writing your life story by owning your choices. This starts with your BUTS: Become aware, Understand the impact, Take the next steps and Step into greatness. Also how to embrace your fears by creating a ROAR: Recognizing your fear, Opening up to the feelings you are having, Accepting the new feeling and Releasing the old fear story and replacing it with a new positive story.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/707476060 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 18:36:06 -0500 3057 1 8 full false Laura Wood :Episode 7 Laura Wood :Episode 7 If you didn't believe in the power of music, you will after you hear this incredible interview with Laura Wood, the Executive Director of Kids in a New Groove. This organization uses the power of music and mentorship to transform children in foster care from a statistic to a well-rounded, confident young person. Below is the link to the research study that Laura mentions during the interview:https://www.sp2.upenn.edu/people/view/johanna-greeson/

]]> If you didn't believe in the power of music, you will after you hear this incredible interview with Laura Wood, the Executive Director of Kids in a New Groove. This organization uses the power of music and mentorship to transform children in foster care from a statistic to a well-rounded, confident young person. Below is the link to the research study that Laura mentions during the interview:https://www.sp2.upenn.edu/people/view/johanna-greeson/

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/694000144 Thu, 10 Oct 2019 19:30:34 -0400 3511 1 7 full false Recap9 22 19 :Episode 6 Recap9 22 19 :Episode 6 Laura Brandao and Tonda Hall do a recap of the first four episodes of Positively Charged Biz. Listen in as Laura & Tonda share their insights and takeaways of the amazing guests they have interviewed. Dana Bristol-Smith from Leap to Success, Lynda Sunshine West from the Women's action takers, Christine Beckwith from 20/20 Vision for success coaching and Tanisha Akinloye from Empowering through beauty.

]]> Laura Brandao and Tonda Hall do a recap of the first four episodes of Positively Charged Biz. Listen in as Laura & Tonda share their insights and takeaways of the amazing guests they have interviewed. Dana Bristol-Smith from Leap to Success, Lynda Sunshine West from the Women's action takers, Christine Beckwith from 20/20 Vision for success coaching and Tanisha Akinloye from Empowering through beauty.

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/685253116 Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:33:15 -0400 3310 1 6 full false Tanisha Akinloye :Episode 5 Tanisha Akinloye :Episode 5 We have all heard the expression beauty is only skin deep. Well, Tanisha Akinloye shares her story as to why she sold her beauty salon and started a non-profit organization Empowering through beauty. Tanisha's passion for finding your inner beauty will change your perspective on beauty forever! https://www.empoweringthroughbeauty.org

]]> We have all heard the expression beauty is only skin deep. Well, Tanisha Akinloye shares her story as to why she sold her beauty salon and started a non-profit organization Empowering through beauty. Tanisha's passion for finding your inner beauty will change your perspective on beauty forever! https://www.empoweringthroughbeauty.org

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/675289172 Mon, 02 Sep 2019 19:48:45 -0400 3244 1 5 full false Christine Beckwith :Episode 4 Christine Beckwith :Episode 4 Join us as we listen to Christine Beckwith's incredible journey from bank teller to top Loan officer to mortgage executive who after a 30 year successful mortgage career took a leap of faith into starting her own coaching company 20/20 vision for success. Christine's philosophy is: Emotion is the driving force behind all human intellect, accomplishment and success. If you cannot feel where you are going, you cannot see it either. "We are here to Motivate, Inspire and support our listeners as they write their life story"

]]> Join us as we listen to Christine Beckwith's incredible journey from bank teller to top Loan officer to mortgage executive who after a 30 year successful mortgage career took a leap of faith into starting her own coaching company 20/20 vision for success. Christine's philosophy is: Emotion is the driving force behind all human intellect, accomplishment and success. If you cannot feel where you are going, you cannot see it either. "We are here to Motivate, Inspire and support our listeners as they write their life story"

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/667578164 Sun, 18 Aug 2019 12:16:32 -0400 3632 1 4 full false Lynda Sunshine West :Episode3 Lynda Sunshine West :Episode3 Conversation with the inspiring Lynda Sunshine West."We are here to Motivate, Inspire and support our listeners as they write their life story"Episode 3 Season 1

]]> Conversation with the inspiring Lynda Sunshine West."We are here to Motivate, Inspire and support our listeners as they write their life story"Episode 3 Season 1

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/664480874 Sun, 11 Aug 2019 20:27:47 -0400 3202 1 3 full false Dana Bristol-Smith :Episode 2 Dana Bristol-Smith :Episode 2 Special guest Dana Bristol-Smith. Please donate here: https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/leap-to-success1Follow Dana's Blog here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/your-words-create-path-dana-bristol-smith/Episode 2 Season 1

]]> Special guest Dana Bristol-Smith. Please donate here: https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/leap-to-success1Follow Dana's Blog here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/your-words-create-path-dana-bristol-smith/Episode 2 Season 1

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/661181474 Sun, 04 Aug 2019 21:14:07 -0400 2502 1 2 full false ChargedBiz :Episode 1 The Beginning ChargedBiz :Episode 1 The Beginning Episode 1 with Laura Brandao and Tonda Hall. "We are here to Motivate, Inspire and support our listeners as they write their life story"

]]> Episode 1 with Laura Brandao and Tonda Hall. "We are here to Motivate, Inspire and support our listeners as they write their life story"

]]> Laura Brandao, Tonda Hall tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/654522533 Sun, 21 Jul 2019 21:02:54 -0400 1078 1 1 full false