Candis Hickman

How many times has your reality differed from your perception of who you are? How often do you choose to believe something, that is out of alignment with the truth? Through a series of fun (and shocking!) stories, Vivian chats about the importance of getting real with ourselves, how self-sabotage shows up in our lives and how failing forward is the key to overcoming life's obstacles. Tune in for this inspiring End-of-Season episode!

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Building a strong network is essential to your success in life and business. But it may not always feel like the easiest thing to do. In this episode, Darrah Brustein shares how she built a network of over 30,000 people which makes a 6-figure income with less than 10 hours per week.

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Brooke Allison is a Six Figure Mind Shift Coach and Achievement Strategist, she helps badass women scale to 6 figures with complete confidence by creating a business and a mindset that is fiercely unstoppable.

In this episode, we dive deep into the mechanics and spirit of money so that you can create more abundance in your life and business. Tune in for a high energy and inspirational message to jumpstart your week.

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Archith Seshadri is a global journalist now based in Atlanta, Ga where he freelances for HLN, CNN, CNN International, AJC and Khabar Magazine. Archith loves game shows and won on ABC’s $100,000 Pyramid where he played with Questlove and Snoop Dogg!

In this episode he shares his insider tips for how to get on a game show, how to prepare for success and how to take home that grand prize! So if you've always dreamed of being on a game show, this is the episode for you!

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In this episode, Candis interviews TV host and journalist Dennis Pastorizo. Dennis continues to reach new heights with his career in both English and Spanish language media in the U.S. thanks to his national talk show The Zoo. 

Dennis has worked with media companies such as Univision, HGTV, Terra Networks, LATV and Fashion One. He has interviewed some of the most recognizable names in the world such as Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian and Antonio Banderas, positioning him as one of the most promising entertainment figures in both the Latin and general entertainment industries in the U.S. 

Dennis shares with us his personal journey to becoming known, inspiring all those who wish to pursue a career in the spotlight.

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Gaby is a Strategist, Business Coach, and "Madrina" helping women entrepreneurs get clear and get brave so they can start the businesses they really want. Through masterminds and the women entrepreneur community, Las Comadres, Gaby helps women develop the clarity, confidence, and support they need. She creates spaces that invite women to connect deeply to themselves and each other, dream as big as they want to dream, and go after it.

In this episode, Gaby shares how to build a strong sisterhood, why vulnerability is key to community and how to step into your own leadership as a woman. Tune in for a very special and inspiring conversation.

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Taryn Shea is a fitness expert, motivational speaker and author, and the Founder of Fit and Chic which is a lifestyle community focused on helping women transform their lives through fitness, nutrition, fashion and mindset. Taryn’s work has been featured in Natural Muscle magazine, Ocean Drive magazine and Oxygen. In 2018 she organized and hosted her very own speaking tour across the USA and Canada.

In this episode, Taryn shares how she built her brand by leveraging her personal transformation story. Listen in to be inspired by Taryn’s step by step journey to creating a life she loves.

As a teenager, Elina Lee was arrested and placed in juvenile detention for theft and drug dealing. By 24 she was a self-made millionaire with multiple companies reaching millions of people around the world. This is her story.

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Barbara is a Talent Development Expert, Casting Director, Media Coach & Career Strategist who started her career in television developing shows, and casting hosts and subject experts for major networks and popular digital platforms. 

Barbara is the author of 'How To Get Your Foot In the Door: Television Hosting & Presenting, A Step-by-Step Guide to Breaking into Television Hosting' and is currently working on her second book 'The Camera Ready Checklist – an easy 5-step Process for Success for Anyone Who Communicates Through a Camera Lens'.

In this episode, Barbara shares some of the essential steps required to master your craft and get booked for television roles. So if you've always wanted to run with the big dogs, grab your coffee and pull up a seat- this is a good one!

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Reesy Floyd-Thomspon always loved a good crime story, a cold case, an unsolved mystery --  a good "who-dun-it". But when her husband was cast as the unsuspecting bad guy, she was forced to play a supporting role in her very own crime drama.

A married-single woman legally separated by the Department of Corrections, Reesy used her life as a classroom and mastered the arts of storytelling, marketing, branding, public relations and ultimately entrepreneurship. She learned how to tell her story, make herself relatable and keep her personal brand affable enough to break down barriers and be seen by the people who needed her. 

Today Reesy is the Digital Wonder Woman and a marketing expert. In this episode she shares how to connect your experiences to your expertise in order to develop a signature brand story that speaks to your audience and grows your influence.

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Kris Ward is the founder of Win The Hour, Win the Day, both a platform and Amazon best-selling book, that helps entrepreneurs to systematically grow their business and enjoy a personal life too.

After the loss of her husband, Kris returned full-time to the marketing & branding agency she had founded years earlier, only to find her business was thriving. She began teaching clients the exact systems & process that had freed her up and helped her during that difficult time and changed their lives in the process. 

Through sound time management principles - that anyone can easily understand and apply - Kris’ clients now have more time, freedom and recaptured the joy & fun they once had when they first started their businesses. 

Her book, which has been featured on the award winning Read to Lead podcast, offers a 4-week productivity plan to go from overwhelmed to highly efficient so that you can reclaim your life.

For almost two decades, Robin Rose has coordinated the longest running, internationally known Metaphysical & Holistic Health conference, The Universal Lightworkers Conference and has now created another life changing event called The Reignite Your Light Summit. Robin has been blessed to work with incredible authors and visionaries such as Don Miguel Ruiz, Dan Millman, Gregg Braden, Dee Wallace, Doreen Virtue, and more. All of Robins events are designed to bring people into alignment with their God give power so they can shine brightly and live their best life.

In this episode, Robin shares how leaning into fear has been the key to hosting many successful events and how you can harness your own fear to create success in your life and business.

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Are you showing up on social media every day, growing your following but still struggling to make money in your business? Are you banging your head against a wall trying to grow your business but feel like you aren't getting any traction?

In this episode, Mallory gives some incredible insights to help you supercharge your marketing efforts and make yourself visible to the people who need you.

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Dee Wallace is an internationally known actress, best known for her role as the mother in Steven Spielberg’s E.T.! She has appeared on every major network and talk show, including Oprah and The Today Show.  

In one of the most compelling episodes of the Becoming Known podcast, Dee shares stories and inspiration from her journey to stardom. If you're in need of a little pep talk then this is the conversation for you!

Born and raised in South Louisiana, Jarvis Green always enjoyed bringing friends and family together for a meal and to share memories. So after retiring from the NFL, he found his calling in the seafood business. 

You might be inclined to believe that being a successful athlete gave him a head-start in the world of business, but in this episode Jarvis smashes those assumptions with his incredible story of preparation and hustle.

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Joelle St. Germaine is a teacher, event coordinator, producer, coach, and a gifted healer. For the last 18 years, she has focused her teachings on Spiritual Awareness and Healing Arts, booking tours and events all over the world. Joelle is also a talented and creative television producer with over 20 years production and post-production experience as a producer, director, editor, and professor with both her BS ’89 and MA ’97 from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts.

In this episode, Joelle shares about the transformative nature of events and how you can more powerfully embrace your gifts in order to lead a life you love.

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Keba's story is one of a sweet, sassy Afro-Caribbean girl becoming a self-made equally paid woman in America. A Trinidad-born singer/songwriter with rhythm in her blood, Keba’s soul-flavored songs are anthems of empowerment and inner strength. Reminiscent of classic artists like Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and Chaka Khan, Keba’s voice has captivated audiences around the world with songs that are a sensual fusion of Pop, R&B and Soul, accented with exotic rhythms and cinematic climaxes. Her lyrics combine raw vulnerability with a playful exploration of love, femininity and identity as a first-generation immigrant and millennial.

In this episode, Keba shares how she overcame resistance and adversity to build a full-time music career as a singer-songwriter. Listen in to hear how Keba priced her art and why she believes in charging premium rates for a performance. Plus stick around to the very end to hear her latest single 'Perfect'!

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In February of 2019, Dynamo De Jesus walked 105 miles straight through tears, blisters and pain. In this episode, he shares the simple but non-negotiable steps he took to smash through his goal. Listen in to hear how he remained resilient in the face of resistance (and how you can do the same!).

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In this episode, Kellie shares her journey along the road to reinvention. Listen in to hear her 3-part formula for tapping into your wisdom and finding your true self.

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From a 7-year old hustler to a brand strategist and visionary leader, Justin shares his story out of the shadows and into the spotlight. 

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From being drafted to the NBA to being dropped by the Chicago Bulls on his first game day, Derrick shares the ups and downs on his journey as a professional basketball player.

Listen in to be inspired by his incredible story of reinvention and resilience in the face of some major setbacks.

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Have you ever worked so hard for something only to realize that it wasn't what you really wanted? Have you ever pursued something based upon your skills and not your passion?

In this episode, Renee Reese shares her story of reinvention from a successful lawyer and digital nomad to a public speaker and success coach. Listen in to learn how she harnessed the power of decision to create a life and business she loves (and how you can too!).

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Arielle Loren is the real deal. She's a Harvard-trained business strategist, a realist and a dreamer, a friend and a mentor. In this episode she flips the script on us and shares why keeping your day job as an early-stage entrepreneur may just be necessary to going all in on your dreams.

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Did you know that everything in your life happens according to a divine plan? And it's up to you to decide that life doesn't happen TO you but rather FOR you.

In a powerful and enlightening conversation, Christian Sinclair shares how coming into alignment with your spiritual purpose is the key to creating a business and a life that is more expansive than your wildest dreams.

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In this bonus episode, Candis chats with Amber Lilyestrom, Host of The Amber Lilyestrom Show podcast, about the powerful process of personal branding. Learn why building your personal brand is a sacred opportunity for you to step into the fullest expression of who you really are.

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It's long been said that the way of the entrepreneur is "off the grid"... a journey along a road that few have trod before. But what happens when an entrepreneur subscribes to the notion that there is only one way to be successful? 

In a conversation inspired by her signature talk, Emem Washington shares how she has disrupted the status quo in her life and how she inspires her students to do the same.

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Have you ever wanted to wipe the slate clean and start your life fresh? Well after a 6 year career in the NFL that's exactly what happened to Isaiah Stanback. 

In this episode, Isaiah shares how single-pointed focus landed him in the NFL, how injury cut his career short, and how he successfully transitioned into life as a businessman.  Listen in to hear some of the key attitudes that Isaiah adopted that have contributed to his success as an entrepreneur.

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Have you ever stopped to question whether or not your life is a reflection of the things you really desire? Have you ever considered the strong parallel between confidence and faith?

In this episode, Candis chats with Confidence Coach Kim Ludeman about the impact of confidence in the journey to becoming known. Listen in to hear how Kim overcame her own battle with low confidence and how you can add a huge dose of confidence to your own life.

From starting a restaurant on the porch of his family home to working on the team of Shark Tank's Daymond John, Matt LeBris share his story of ups and downs along the road to recognition.

Listen in to learn how Matt overcame adversity, caught the attention of a celebrity entrepreneur, and leveraged himself into a life and business he loves!

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So you've landed your next interview and you're determined to crush it! The only problem is, you're not quite sure how to prepare in order to really 'wow' the audience.

Who better to help than a beauty queen with over 150 television appearances?!

In this episode, Candis gets the inside scoop from Queen Chioma Nworgu about what it really takes to nail your next interview.

In this episode, Candis chats with Chrissy Lazar about her journey as the Leader of a popular Miami-based women's empowerment community. 

Learn how surrendering to the Spirit of the universe has played an essential role in her journey along the road to recognition and how you can access that same power in your own life and business.

Receiving compensation for your gifts can feel uncomfortable for so many of us! But what if money was essential to your highest service?

In this episode, Candis chats with Life Coach & Minister Rachel-Yvonne McIntosh about why magnifying your gifts is an honor to God and why you should feel unapologetic in receiving money for those gifts.

Ever wanted to grow your brand using YouTube? 

Well in this episode, Candis chats with Eryn Shields, Founder of Style Sew Me, about how she created viral content and built her brand using the power of video.

What started as a simple way to share her sewing discoveries with friends has now turned into a community of over 56,000 subscribers. 

Listen in to learn some of Eryn's best advice for how you can survive (and thrive!) on YouTube.

Before you can begin to truly put yourself out there, a little 'inside work' may be in order!

In this episode, Candis sits down with E! Famously Single Life Coach, Rob Mack to talk about the importance of becoming known to YOURSELF before seeking public recognition. 

Listen in to hear how Rob toyed with suicide before discovering his life's purpose, and moving out of the shadows and into the spotlight!

If there's anyone that knows the power of personal branding it's Curtis "Dubblup" Washington. 

Once a self-diagnosed "felon", Curtis shares  how he purposely recreated his life using the power of branding. Listen in to hear why your WHO may be even more powerful than your WHY.

There are signs all around you guiding you towards your genius... you only have to look.

In this episode, Candis chats with Giano Currie about his journey to discovering his own brilliance (and his niche!). If you've ever wondered what it takes to truly own your gifts then this one is for you!

In this episode, Candis sits down with Michelle Dempsey, Founder & President of Very Well-Written Marketing to have a candid conversation about the role of social media in our businesses (and our lives!). 

Listen in to learn how Michelle has leveraged social media to her advantage and how you can too!

He's worked with artists from Boyz II Men, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross and Katy Perry, to Snoop Dogg and Ice Cube. His work has been featured everywhere from Billboard Magazine to American Idol. He's the REAL DEAL.

In this episode, Candis sits down with Kevin Ross for an inspiring conversation about his 30-year career in the music industry. 

Listen in to learn how Kevin became a master of his craft (and how you can too!).

How do you blend creativity and spirit in order to powerfully (and consciously) build your brand? 

In this episode, we have a very enriching and powerful conversation with Hugette Montesinos-Rodriguez about the importance of responsibly growing your influence. If you've ever wondered how to build a brand that is stunningly beautiful while simultaneously connecting deeply with your audience, then this is the episode for you!

In this episode, we chat with FLY BROTHER Producer & TV Host Ernest White II about his journey to becoming a professional storyteller. With almost 20 years of experience to his name and features everywhere from Getaway and National Geographic to the TravelChannel.com, Ernest is the true definition of a 'fly brother.'

Season One of FLY BROTHER officially airs in June 2019.

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In preparation for the official launch of The Emery, a co-working space and social club for women, we sat down with founder Aileen Lavin to discuss how she intentionally built a community of creative and entrepreneurial women and how you can do the same.

The Emery officially opens its doors January 7th, 2019 in Hallandale Beach, FL.

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In this episode, former Pro-Surfer & Mega Influencer, Anastasia Ashely shares how she successfully monetized her influence with brand partnerships (and how you can do the same)! 

Join us for an enlightening and down-to-earth conversation about what it really takes to make money as a social media influencer.

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