Interview, Entrepreneurship, podcast, Blind, vision loss Lynn McLaughlin Interview, Entrepreneurship, podcast, Blind, vision loss Lynn McLaughlin

KRISTA GIANNAK | DON'T HIDE FROM YOUR OWN STORY!

Krista Giannak, is the owner of Wise Words That Matter. She's a writer, a PR professional, story consultant, speaker, music lover and skier ... who happens to be blind. Krista’s been telling clients' stories and sharing their expertise for years, even as she hid from her own. Need some inspiration? She runs professional workshops and speaks about her own journey: from "scared kid" to business owner, networker, and skier.


 
 

 
 

Krista Giannak, is the owner of Wise Words That Matter. She's a writer, a PR professional, story consultant, speaker, music lover and skier ... who happens to be blind. Krista’s been telling clients' stories and sharing their expertise for years, even as she hid from her own. Need some inspiration? She runs professional workshops and speaks about her own journey: from "scared kid" to business owner, networker, and skier.

https://www.facebook.com/WiseWordsThatMatter


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DENISE THOMAS | GRADUATE DEBT FREE!

Denise Thomas helps parents put their children through post-secondary school debt-free. Most of us didn’t save for college, are starting too late, are have no idea what is required for college applications. The bottom line, you don't have to risk your retirement for your kid's college fund. She's an international best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and coach whose mission is to inspire, educate, and equip parents who take an active role in supporting their children to live a life of financial freedom.


 
 

 
 

Denise Thomas helps parents put their children through post-secondary school debt-free. Most of us didn’t save for college, are starting too late, are have no idea what is required for college applications. The bottom line, you don't have to risk your retirement for your kid's college fund. She's an international best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and coach whose mission is to inspire, educate, and equip parents who take an active role in supporting their children to live a life of financial freedom.


http://www.getaheadoftheclass.com/


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MICHELLE JEWSBURY | UNSILENCED VOICES

Michelle Jewsbury is an international philanthropist and humanitarian. She was the Vice President for a non-profit organization, Young Vision Africa. She is now the founder of Unsilenced Voices focussing on ending domestic violence. She is a published author, professional speaker, and actress. How do we use our voices to take a stand for what we believe in?


 
 

 
 

Michelle Jewsbury is an international philanthropist and humanitarian. She was the Vice President for a non-profit organization, Young Vision Africa. She is now the founder of Unsilenced Voices focussing on ending domestic violence. She is a published author, professional speaker, and actress. How do we use our voices to take a stand for what we believe in?

https://unsilencedvoices.org/​​

 


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RHOWENA ADOLFO PATEL | HEALING MAMAS ACROSS NORTH AMERICA

Future parent? Friend or family member soon to welcome a new addition to the family? Rhowena Adolfo Patel is the Founder and CEO of Healing Mama Co. It's all about Labor and Postpartum Systems that are RECOMMENDED by Birth Workers, Doctors, Healthcare Practitioners, and Wellness Practitioners as a "Must-Have" for childbirth and into postpartum care. She's also faced a life crisis and traveled the world. Find out why and how!


 
 

 
 

Future parent? Friend or family member soon to welcome a new addition to the family? Rhowena Adolfo Patel is the Founder and CEO of Healing Mama Co. It's all about Labor and Postpartum Systems that are RECOMMENDED by Birth Workers, Doctors, Healthcare Practitioners, and Wellness Practitioners as a "Must-Have" for childbirth and into postpartum care. She's also faced a life crisis and traveled the world. Find out why and how!

https://healingmamaco.ca/

 


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THOMAS A. RUSSELL | FINDING YOUR TRUE NORTH

Thomas Russell is the host on IHeart Radio (with W4WN.com)of his show called “Life Without Limits.” Every Monday night at 9 pm EST he invites guests who share their experiences and how they have triumphed. He says that he lived a lie for most of his life and did not pursue his dream of becoming an author until he took action to make it happen.


 
 

 
 

Thomas Russell is the host on IHeart Radio (with W4WN.com)of his show called “Life Without Limits.” Every Monday night at 9 pm EST he invites guests who share their experiences and how they have triumphed. He says that he lived a lie for most of his life and did not pursue his dream of becoming an author until he took action to make it happen.

linkedin.com/in/thomas-a-russell-41036379

 


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JACKIE SIMMONS | MAKING SUICIDE, ESPECIALLY TEEN SUICIDE, A THING OF THE PAST

Jackie Simmons is a radio show host, TEDx Speaker, author, and your advocate for a Better Life. As one of the co-founders of the Suicide Prevention Society, her mission is to, "Make Suicide, Especially Teen Suicide, a Thing of the Past". Pure prevention is fun and we should be teaching people the skills they need so they never have to go near the edge.


 
 

 
 

Jackie Simmons is a radio show host, TEDx Speaker, author, and your advocate for a Better Life. As one of the co-founders of the Suicide Prevention Society, her mission is to, "Make Suicide, Especially Teen Suicide, a Thing of the Past". Pure prevention is fun and we should be teaching people the skills they need so they never have to go near the edge.

https://www.thesuicidepreventionshow.com/online-registration1591381189924

 


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NATAN VERKHOVSKY | YOU ARE LIMITLESS!

Natan Verkhovsky is a best-selling author, an Energy Coach, and creator of the Limitless Program. He is also the Founder, Managing Director, and Head Instructor at The Essential Academy. This all happened in the last year when he was forced to take a major pivot in his life.


 
 

 
 

Natan Verkhovsky is a best-selling author and an Energy Coach. He plays in the intersection between time and energy. Natan is the creator of the Limitless Program. He is also the Founder, Managing Director, and Head Instructor at The Essential Academy. This all happened in the last year when he was forced to take a major pivot in his life.

https://www.essentialacademy.org

 


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DENISE MICHELLE WALING | BOSSING UP AS AN ASIAN WOMAN!

Denise Michelle Waling knows about trauma from her years of failing to understand her borderline personality disorder or address her suicidal intentions. She is one of eighteen women who share their full stories in the inspiring new book "Asian Women Who Boss Up". How did Denise finally recognize her mental illness, go through treatment to where everything came together in a transformational way?


 
 

 
 

Denise Michelle Waling knows about trauma from her years of failing to understand her borderline personality disorder or address her suicidal intentions. She is one of eighteen women who share their full stories in the inspiring new book "Asian Women Who Boss Up". How did Denise finally recognize her mental illness and go through treatment to where everything came together in a transformational way?

https://www.bridgethelove.com/

 


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MARGARET BOERSMA | EMPOWER YOURSELF TO INSPIRE YOUR CHILDREN

Margaret Boersma is an educational consultant and teacher trainer. She uses brain-compatible strategies to engage children and youth. Margaret has developed Deep Learning at Home for parents/guardians and has developed a self-assessment tool to gauge our levels of stress. Learn how to use words for emotions, become aware of and manage feelings, and even learn to calm someone else down.


 
 

 
 

Margaret Boersma is an educational consultant and teacher trainer. She uses brain-compatible strategies to engage children and youth. Margaret has developed Deep Learning at Home for parents/guardians and has developed a self-assessment tool to gauge our levels of stress. Learn how to use words for emotions, become aware of and manage feelings, and even learn to calm someone else down.

https://creativeeducationinaction.com/from-surviving-to-thriving-4parents

 


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AVA DROSKI | AUTHOR AND ENTREPRENEUR … TEN YEARS IN THE MAKING!

Ava Droski is an educator, music maker, and storyteller. As an entrepreneur, she's the owner of Featherstone Music & Performing Arts Company in Windsor, Ontario. Ava has been writing a book for 𝑻𝑬𝑵 𝒀𝑬𝑨𝑹𝑺! Find out what her barriers were and how she overcame them. She’s launching her debut novel, Photos of a Wren” on Feb 28th. You won’t put it down!


 
 

 
 

Ava Droski is an educator, music maker, and storyteller. As an entrepreneur, she's the owner of Featherstone Music & Performing Arts Company in Windsor, Ontario. Ava has been writing a book for 𝑻𝑬𝑵 𝒀𝑬𝑨𝑹𝑺! Find out what her barriers were and how she overcame them. She’s launching her debut novel, 𝙋𝙝𝙤𝙩𝙤𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙖 𝙒𝙧𝙚𝙣 on Feb 28th. You won’t put it down!

https://www.instagram.com/ava.droski.author/

 


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LISSA VAN RIJN | WHY NOT A CAREER IN SKILLED TRADES?

Do you know someone moving into 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝟏𝟏 𝐨𝐫 𝟏𝟐 next fall ... or heading off to the 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤? Perhaps a friend or family member 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬? There are 140 skilled trades and opportunities like never before.
Lissa Van Rijn is the Control and Acting General Manager of a resistance welding products company in southern Ontario. She is one of a small number of women working in manufacturing, with a demonstrated history of working in the automotive industry.


 
 

 
 

Do you know someone moving into 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝟏𝟏 𝐨𝐫 𝟏𝟐 next fall ... or heading off to the 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤? Perhaps a friend or family member 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬? There are 140 skilled trades and opportunities like never before.
Lissa Van Rijn is the Control and Acting General Manager of a resistance welding products company in southern Ontario. She is one of a small number of women in manufacturing, with a demonstrated history of working in the automotive industry.

https://oyap.com/

https://www.emccanada.org/

 


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CANDICE ALLEN | EMBRACE YOUR SHADOW SIDE!

Candice Allen's journey has been filled with both trauma and triumph. The challenges and adversity she has had to overcome have taught her how to adapt and cultivate resilience. Candice has teamed up with Breakthrough Coach, Chivonne Monaghan and together they are dynamic agents of change who are driven to Inspire, Educate and Motivate remarkable individuals on a global level. Their business, Chaos to Calm, provides Candid Conversation podcasts and motivational workshops that are rooted in a desire to connect and align others to their higher purpose, thereby creating a potential ripple effect on humanity.


 
 

 
 

Candice Allen's journey has been filled with both trauma and triumph. The challenges and adversity she has had to overcome have taught her how to adapt and cultivate resilience. Candice has teamed up with Breakthrough Coach, Chivonne Monaghan and together they are dynamic agents of change who are driven to Inspire, Educate and Motivate remarkable individuals on a global level. Their business, Chaos to Calm, provides Candid Conversation podcasts and motivational workshops that are rooted in a desire to connect and align others to their higher purpose, thereby creating a potential ripple effect on humanity.

https://www.facebook.com/chaos2calm2020

 


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SERITA VALMOND | CHRONIC PAIN WARRIOR

Serita Valmond supports people who are at the end of their rope in the fight against chronic pain, and she helps them take back their lives with holistic nutrition, gentle movement, and mindset coaching. She practices what she preaches after suffering from chronic pain herself for years. Serita is a Health and Life Coach helping other chronic pain warriors and is now medication free. Find out how!


 
 

 
 

Serita Valmond supports people who are at the end of their rope in the fight against chronic pain, and she helps them take back their lives with holistic nutrition, gentle movement, and mindset coaching. She practices what she preaches after suffering from chronic pain herself for years after being severely injured by a drunk driver rear-ending her vehicle at 60 miles per hour. Serita is a Health and Life Coach helping other chronic pain warriors and is now medication free. Find out how!

https://www.instagram.com/goalchasers2020/

 


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PATTI SHALES LEFKOS | NEPAL ONE DAY AT A TIME

Following a rewarding career as a teacher, consultant, and administrator in Vancouver, Patti studied journalism at Langara University then set out to pursue adventure travel and freelance writing. Whether canoeing the Yukon River, backcountry skiing in BC’s Monashee Mountains, hiking in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides, or trekking in Tibet and Nepal. NEPAL ONE DAY AT A TIME, her Himalayan adventure travel memoir with a humanitarian twist was published in January 2020.


 
 

 
 

Following a rewarding career as a teacher, consultant, and administrator in Vancouver, Patti studied journalism at Langara University then set out to pursue adventure travel and freelance writing. Whether canoeing the Yukon River, backcountry skiing in BC’s Monashee Mountains, hiking in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides, or trekking in Tibet and Nepal, nothing stops Patti.

NEPAL ONE DAY AT A TIME, her Himalayan adventure travel memoir with a humanitarian twist was published after she trekked at the age of 67.

www.pattishaleslefkos.com

 


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DOROTHY GRAHAM - O'DELL | THE OVERCOMER

Dorothy Graham-O’Dell child of God, wife, stepmom, and loving daughter. Dorothy just wrote her first book called The Overcomer. She shares her obstacles of overcoming being bullied in school for her weight, low self-worth issues, growing up with parents who were sick, the trauma of her uncle’s suicide, and leaving emotionally abusive relationships. She hopes that this book will help you overcome your obstacles and know you are not alone in your struggles. She has also started a coaching business helping women overcome their struggles and obstacles and hopes to also branch out into public speaking.


 
 

 
 

Dorothy Graham-O’Dell child of God, wife, stepmom, and loving daughter. Dorothy just wrote her first book called The Overcomer. She shares her obstacles of overcoming being bullied in school for her weight, low self-worth issues, growing up with parents who were sick, the trauma of her uncle’s suicide, and leaving emotionally abusive relationships. She hopes that this book will help you overcome your obstacles and know you are not alone in your struggles. She has also started a coaching business helping women overcome their struggles and obstacles and hopes to also branch out into public speaking.

https://www.facebook.com/dorothy.graham3

 


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JULISA MEDINA | REPLACING FEAR WITH FAITH

Julisa Medina learned to love herself right before she took the stage for her 1st bikini competition in 2016. During her profound mental and physical training, she had a paradigm shift which resulted in raising her level of awareness of herself. Julisa has replaced fear with faith and is about to publish her first children’s book on February 2nd.


 
 

 
 

Julisa Medina learned to love herself right before she took the stage for her 1st bikini competition in 2016. During her profound mental and physical training, she had a paradigm shift which resulted in raising her level of awareness of herself. Julisa has replaced fear with faith and is about to publish her first children’s book, “Miracle Star Above the Sky” on February 2nd. How was she inspired and why is she supporting foster care?

https://www.julisamedinabooks.com/

 


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