Smart Talks with One Smart Lady

Caroline is a very independent, driven creator. She has taken what life has given her and let that turn into a drive to reach her passion and goals. Caroline is very active in the community. She has grown online and putting her personal skills to help charities and businesses to run at an optimal level. She has been part of organizations that have brought out her talents for production and organizational skills behind-the-scenes tasks, to many online interviews and shows to help them run smoothly. Her ability to get tasks done in a timely matter is how she shines above the rest. She has no fear of doing the work to get jobs done, asking the hard questions, and suggesting changes to meet any deadline. Along with her talents in production, Caroline has taken a journey to reach a place in her life where she is enjoying her creative side. She has recently written and published a book of poems, "The Freedom of Dreams" that share deep emotions about her past and present. These poems have touched many people's lives because they touch the heartstrings and connect with people deeply. She has completed a children's book, "Harriet The Turtle In The Woods" and is currently working on a second children's book. Her passion for writing is to reach people's hearts by sharing life lessons in each chapter that she writes and illustrates. Caroline likes to challenge herself and has opened up to the world of painting with different techniques to create pieces she loves to share online and with family and friends. We know her as a person you can count on in any situation. She always has an open ear to listen and the strength to tell people the tough truth. Carol's journey will continue as she finishes online courses, speaks with coaches, and is involved with many online groups that share the same core value and which is love and serving others. Read about Caroline and her projects and see the interview uploaded on YouTube. 

“What I have been through will help you get through ...” is Valerie Stancill’s mantra. After living through her own trials and setbacks, she knew her experiences were not only for her. That’s why Valerie moves full steam ahead to fulfill her passion to educate, empower, inspire, and equip women to regain control of their lives and wellness so they can enjoy emotional, mental, and spiritual abundance. This episode is a replay of Season 1 - Episode 18. October is  Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Valerie Stancill is one of the most passionate professionals in the Wellness industry to engage you in a conversation. You can reach out to here on her One Smart Lady Productions Resource Page.

In Part 1 of this episode, Deborah Smart introduces Season 2 with her experience of transition and transformation. She talks about how her life has changed with the help of friends, family, and God. She shares how she dared follow her dreams and dared to grow in spite of the life challenges that interrupted her joy. In Part 2 of this episode (Location 7:57), Raul talks about his passion for education and how he transitioned from Music to Education. If you missed Part 1 - Raul Marin Dares to Dream, I invite you to listen to that episode first. Raul tells about how he developed a passion for writing and how it propel him into pursuing the next level of writing and teaching what he loved.  Author of "Rise with Gratitude". For more information about his book go to his resource page on Meet Raul.

Raul Marin is an Adult ESL educator, DJ, poet, aspiring speaker, coach, and podcaster. He is the founder of Wise Wolf, LLC and an avid runner. He is the author of “Rise With Gratitude: Poems To Inspire Your Growth and Greatness.” His next projects include writing another book, launching the “Hungry Wolf 35” Program, starting a podcast that focuses on authors and entrepreneurs, and running a marathon! You can follow and out more about Raul on the Smart Lady Productions Resource Page for Episode 30.

Nathan Grimes, the author of "Jesus, Teach Us How To Pray", talks with Deborah about his journey through the process of writing his first book. He also discusses the importance of understanding the relationship between scriptures, prayer, and conversations with God.  For more information about Nathan and his book projects, go to the One Smart Lady Productions - Resource page designed for Nathan You can watch the interview in video format and find out more about his book, "Jesus, Teach Us How To Pray" in ebook and paperback. Please subscribe to "Smart Talks with One Smart Lady" so you will not miss upcoming episodes.

Diane is the proud creator of Having A Baby, an online program that empowers Mama’s-to-be, to experience a healthy, happy pregnancy. Her “secret sauce” is sharing how the art of meditation can play a pivotal role in a woman’s pregnancy journey. She talks about how she was inspired to create the program after having her first son. Once the idea formed, she put it into practice with her second, and her pregnancy was so much easier. Diane Rusk will launch her new pregnancy APP Having A Baby this summer, and her book will be available this fall. To hear and read more about Diane Rusk and her program, go to Diane Rusk's Resource page on One Smart Lady Productions. Please subscribe to Smart Talks with One Smart Lady on your favorite podcast platform. Also, subscribe to One Smart Lady Productions' marketing hub on the web to keep up to date with new trends and individuals launching their publishing careers.

In today’s episode, Giovanni Negron-Garcia is the proud owner of GioEffect Life Coaching and Public Speaking, LLC. Mr. Negron-Garcia is an aspiring author, motivational speaker, certified life coach, and first-generation college student. Giovanni is currently self-publishing his own book, “Passion, Purpose, and the Pursuit of Happiness” (which will be available for pre-sale on February 26th at 12 pm ET). Giovanni’s story continues on One Smart Lady Productions.com’s Episode 27 Resource page set up for you to see and hear the full interview and more of segments not posted on the podcast. You can also find his contact information on his resource page. Please subscribe to this podcast on your favorite platform. You can find the platforms on the One Smart Lady Productions Podcast directory page.

In this episode, Raymond C. Tyler continues his conversation with Deborah Smart about monetizing and creating assets in your business as a visual artist, writer, and entrepreneur. Find out more about Raymond on the One Smart Lady Productions' marketing resources page - Raymond C. Tyler - Episode 26 Please subscribe to Smart Talks with One Smart Lady so you won't miss upcoming programs and resources that will help you dare to dream, dare to grow, and dare to prosper.

Raymond C. Tyler, otherwise known as "The Curator" shares with Deborah his experience of growing through the process. In this episode, he talks about his experience as a child being influenced by the books his mother introduced into his life, and the television shows he watched with his father. He explains how he dared to dream of being someone who influenced others with his passion for art, poetry, and media communications. Find out more about Raymond on the One Smart Lady Productions' marketing resources page - Raymond C. Tyler - Episode 25 Please subscribe to Smart Talks with One Smart Lady so you won't miss upcoming programs and resources that will help you dare to dream, dare to grow, and dare to prosper.

Jose Escobar has been a sales professional for over 22 years, many of which included management and coaching positions. He currently is the Sales Director for The Educational Funding Company (EFC). He is the Founder and CEO of The Entrepreneur's Bookshelf, where he is a high performance coach helping entrepreneurs take their lives and businesses to the next level. He just recently released his latest digital program, "The Morning & Evening Routine Mastery." To find out more and connect with Jose, go to One Smart Lady Productions Resource Page for Episode 24. Please support Smart Talks with One Smart Lady by downloading and subscribing on your favorite platform. Go to One Smart Lady Productions' Podcast page and select the platform of your choice.

My guest for this episode is Beatrice Sanabria-Caraballo. We had a wonderful time getting to know each other and talking about how she grew into the communication professional that she is. She talks about how she moved out of her comfort zone while being actively involved at her children’s school. Although we didn’t get into how she moved from placing artwork throughout the schoolrooms and hallways; she is very transparent about the process which helped her grow to become the Founder & President of BMC Network Communications LLC, the parent company of The World Around Us talk show on CTF-TV Christian Network and La Gitana talk show on WBNC Break-N-Chainz Radio 91.3. Her ever-expanding gifts and talents have led her to a new venture in the world of real estate. Beatrice is now affiliated with Keller Williams Realty in Moorestown, New Jersey. Please download and subscribe to "Smart Talks with One Smart Lady". This is going to be an exciting year of interviews on the podcast and also n the Smart Talks with One Smart Lady Resource pages. 

Sean Tate is a gifted artist, illustrator, animator and teacher. We worked together at the Henry C. Lea School in West Philadelphia. Over the years, Sean has touched the hearts and creative minds of young people throughout Philadelphia and beyond. In this brief interview, Sean talks about his background and the influencers who helped him create and define his artistry. More about Sean can be found on One Smart Lady Productions' Resource page where the interview can be seen in video format. Please download, like, and join Smart Talks with One Smart Lady on your favorite podcast platform.

The last installment of this month's theme "Leaving a Legacy" is brought to you by Deanna Garlic, CEO, Publisher, and Director of Stay Focused Magazine and Focused Plans, LLC. She talks about her lifelong motivation to do more for her community.  Her corporate mission is to create economic empowerment and financial security by teaching Christian Faith Principles, hosting business classes, and coaching entrepreneurs and leaders to live in their purpose.

Saturday, November 20th was Eric's Celebration of Life. I did not publish a new podcast and felt led to republish the one recorded on November 6th. 

Adam Chiocca, Founder of the Chiocca Network, author of "50 Ways to A Better Life" and "50 Ways to A Better Investment", Educator, Artist, and Motivational Speaker talks about his amazing dream to build and launch 14 Dance Studios in 14 Cities in the United States for black and brown girls. It was brought to his attention that this educational forum was much needed, especially in the inner cities. Adam has been given a blessed mission from God and the universe and believes God is going to use him to change the world.

In this episode, Deborah Smart, CEO, and Founder of One Smart Lady Productions dedicates her talk to her brother, Dr. Eric Owen Wilson. Dr. Wilson passed away on November 3, 2021. She introduces this month's theme, "Leaving A Legacy" by talking about the legacy her brother left. Visit One Smart Lady Productions for more information about his book, "Storms, Sunshine and A Rainbow."

Valerie Stancill talks about her experience with Online Dating and how it turned into a nightmare. Abuse comes in all forms shapes and sizes. She cautions you as you go through the process of looking for your soul mate, that you carefully move through the process. There are red flags that everyone, male and female should know. Valerie is the founder of Purposed For Wellness, a holistic wellness center where she serves as an energy healer and Reiki Master while providing a safe space for women to reconnect with their bodies and reignite vibrancy through Yoni Steaming, sound harmonics, meditation, and self-care coaching. Her catchphrase, Your Wellness is My Purpose, perfectly sums up her mission. She is a bestselling author and public speaker. She also shares her upcoming book, "Knight in Rusted Armor" due out this month. For Part II of this interview go to https://onesmartladyproductions.com/resources and click on Episode 18.

Dr. Lillie Coley talks in today's episode about her experience with murder/suicide as a child; advocating for people of color who do not have economic power and her vision for the Nation Wide Prayer Network. She is the Founder and CEO of Community Empowerment Organization and author of "My Story". She is passionate about empowering, nurturing, and enhancing a deeper appreciation of self-worth, self-identity, and economic development of our current and next generations. Dr. Coley will be added to the Smart Lady Productions' Resource page for those seeking more information and staying informed about upcoming events.

LaVeta Cameron is an actress, martial artist, and drummer. These are just three of her core skills. She is also a writer, producer, director, and actress in the movie "Red Light". A film being released in June 2022. The subject of this film is human trafficking. That is why I select LaVeta to talk about not only the film but also her experience as the master martial arts instructor at her school, Storms of Defense.  Creating Sanctuaries is the theme for this month and human trafficking is widespread and women especially need to know the dangers and how they can easily be targeted, abused, and killed. I will be writing more about Red Light and Human Trafficking in the corresponding blog scheduled for publication on Monday, October 18th. Visit the https://onesmartladyproductions.com/resources page for more information about LaVeta Cameron and her organizations and projects.

Creating Sanctuaries continues the conversation about Domestic Violence and Abuse Awareness. Deborah talks about her experiences with domestic violence in multiple marriages and how she has learned to create a sanctuary to keep her mind at ease and focused on her daily life. She admits without the Lord's loving guidance, mercy, and grace, she does not know what her life would be like today. She truly likes who she is and what she has become despite the abuse she experienced as a child and married woman. Note: The pdf mentioned in this episode will not be available. After reviewing it, it needs to be updated and then posted at a later date. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-SAFE (5433)    Dating Abuse and Violence Text: LOVEIS to 77054 For more information, visit https://onesmartladyproductions.com/episode-15 and also the corresponding blog article scheduled for publication on Monday, October 12, 2021.

Today’s episode begins a new theme for the month of October. “Creating Sanctuaries”. Writing is a wonderful way to create a safe environment to relieve stress and emotional pain. Today’s guest is Patricia Middleton, author, poetess and founder of Poetrica Publishing. She talks about her background when she began writing, how it has become a passion to help others tell their stories.  This week's episode continues on One Smart Lady Productions under her Resource page. Also, visit the corresponding blog page which is published each Monday. Also, I invite you to subscribe to this podcast, so we can notify you when each week a new episode published.

Cyndie "Cyd" Beacham, Author and Independent Publisher, talks with Deborah Smart about her pathway to becoming a Producer and Filmmaker of "Roman" based on her book co-written with her late husband, George Ward Beacham.  One of the three tiers of One Smart Lady Productions and Smart Publishing Lifestyles online is to introduce a deeper dive into the "Why" authors write or seek more out of life. Cyd dared to take a dream of writing a book in a man's voice. Her husband George offered to help because he had many stories to tell. They were newlyweds and met later in life, so he had sown many seeds. I invite you to listen to this week's Episode of Cyd Webster Beacham Talks with One Smart Lady. I will add Cyd to the Smart Lady Production Resource page and you can also go to the One Smart Lady Productions Blog page to read the corresponding blog article. Also, I invite you to subscribe to this podcast, so I will notify you when each week a new episode is published.

Doreen Rainey works with ambitious, high-achieving go-getters driven to design a purposeful and impactful life by deepening the learning about WHO they are and WHY they are, so they can experience authentic success. Her signature RADICAL Success Method teaches the foundation for exploring an internal transformation to experience external results. Its focus on examining mindset, beliefs, habits, and behaviors positions her clients to accelerate to their next level. She’s witnessed people take the coaching concepts shared through her process and completely transform their career, business, finances, and relationships. Subscribe and download "Smart Talks with One Smart Lady". Feel free to leave a voice message and leave a comment or question for Doreen or Deborah. Visit the https://onesmartladyproductions.com/resources for more information. On Monday, September 20 visit the corresponding blog page for this podcast on https://onesmartladyproductions.com/blog.

Deborah Smart honors the memory of those lost in the 9/11 tragedy 20 years ago. She also shares how distractions can interfere with achieving your goals. Even during disasters, maintain your focus and stay in contact with all parties involved. This episode summarizes the previous ten episodes and announces the next upcoming episode with one of her mentors. Visit https://onesmartladyproductions.com/about to find out more about Deborah.

Demetria Winters is the Founder of the organization Black Butterfly Queens Life Coach. Demetria has served in the armed forces and is a veteran. She is now a mental health nurse, life coach, published author, and entrepreneur who assists black women with transforming their lives by taking control of their emotional and mental health. Demetria is an advocate for Black Women's Mental and Emotional Wellness. She has a passion to help her clients overcome feelings of worthiness and low self-esteem. During this episode, she shares her background and the trauma she had to work through to become the Mental Health Nurse and Life Coach helping woman transform their lives. On Monday, September 6, 2021, the collaborating blog article will be published and carry much more information and more of the interview in video format.

Regina Andler, Founder & CLS - Autumn Ascent Consulting Regina Andler enjoys life as a Life Strategist, working with individuals who are just miserable and are looking for their best possible life. Over the past decade, she has reassembled her own building blocks to create the life of her dreams and is now living her passion of helping others to do the same through her educational programs that teach her clients how to find the “x” on their own treasure maps. She is a certified Canfield Success Principles Trainer and certified in Wholebeing Positive Psychology. You can find out more about Regina https://onesmartladyproductions.com. Click on Resource or Blog (Available - Monday, 8/30/2021).

Jordan Wexler is CEO and Founder of SmartGuy talks to One Smart Lady Deborah Smart about his books and his passion to help change the world. To learn more about SmartGuy go to https://smartguy.com/.  For the complete video interview, go to https://onesmartladyproductions.com/blog.

Dr. Mary Washam, founder, and CEO of Building Better Relationships Together, is also a Professional Certified Relationship Coach, specializing in working with women who are single, married, separated, and divorced. Today she talks with Deborah about her signature three-step program Building Better Relationships Together. She authored three books: Does God Really Talk, A Believer But, Wait! 7 Checks B-4 “I Do”. Her experience includes Motivation Speaker at conferences, workshops, seminars, retreats, and support groups. You can find more information on One Smart Lady Productions' Resource Page and this Monday’s blog article.

Kimberly Ross-Hollingsworth, CEO and Founder of Arts and Authors Extravaganza. This year it is the 10th anniversary and scheduled for Sunday, August 22nd. You can expect to experience the wonderful talents of dancers, singers, poets, instrumentalists, actresses/actors, artists, and authors who will showcase their work and network online. Kimberly has designed the event to give each participant a chance to speak about their work and let people know they exist. They will sell their items right at the event. There will be prizes and drawings! There is also a link if you are a vendor and or would like to Sponsor the event it is also found on the blog page http://bit.ly/artsandauthors2021.

In today’s episode, we continue our talk with William Peters, Sr., better known as Just Bill to his friends and associates. Bill is the founder and publisher of InnerChild Press a subsidiary of Inner Child Enterprises. Bill is a Pulitzer Prize Nominee in both 2016 and 2019 for Poetry and the Poet Laureate of The Kosovo International Poetry Festival recipient of The Golden Grape Award. You will find more information on One Smart Lady Productions' Podcast Blog being published Monday, August 2.

In today’s episode, we talk with William Peters, Sr., better known as Just Bill to his friends and associates. Bill is the founder and publisher of InnerChild Press a subsidiary of Inner Child Enterprises. Bill is a Pulitzer Prize Nominee in both 2016 and 2019 for Poetry and the Poet Laureate of The Kosovo International Poetry Festival recipient of The Golden Grape Award. Because Bill is a long-time friend and credits me with the launch of InnerChild Press publishing company.  Because he has such valuable information to share, his interview will span two episodes. You will find more information on One Smart Lady Productions' Podcast Blog being published Monday, July 26. 

Ken Attard, this episode's guest, is the founder of Malta Mindset. Have you ever wondered how so many Entrepreneurs’ lives have become stagnant with seemingly no way to adapt or pivot their business? What if you could now begin to truly understand how you could adapt your business whenever needed, regardless of the circumstances and uncertainty surrounding you? Ken has developed the unique Arc Method, a proprietary proven simple process, helping you to shift your thinking, so that you too can adapt and pivot your business, enabling you to have more time and energy and ultimately increasing your profitability…. guaranteed. Join Ken on this episode and get to know him better. He speaks with clarity and understanding of the needs for each of us wanting to be a successful entrepreneur fulfilling our desired business results while enjoying our time to do what our heart desires.

As you build your business, whether it is a structural business or a solo entrepreneur, it is important to build genuine relationships. A transactional business known as "one and done" does not give you stability and longevity.  Terri Levine, Ph.D. & the founder of Heart-repreneur® Business Consulting. She has coached 6,000+ clients over the past 4 decades and helped them build 6- and 7-figure businesses that generate income, impact, and lifestyle. Terri's "Heart-Centered" method to generate leads while creating trust & eliminating burnout She is a best-selling author of 40+ books & featured in more than 1500 publications. Her journey has taken her to appear on more than 20 national media channels and is poised to help you turbocharge your business growth. Join Terri's Facebook Group -  Are you ready? Click this link to get started & join the Facebook Group for FREE! Let her know you heard about the group from here. :) Also sign up for the virtual LIVE Modern Coaching Method webinar scheduled for Wednesday, July 14th at 2pm.

This is the debut episode of "Smart Talks with One Smart Lady". In this episode, Deborah shares why she started this podcast and introduces her background and journey to introduce her experience as a writer, published author, publisher, and social media marketing consultant. She hopes to build a network and community of creators who present value and above-average content in their writing, program production, and business platforms. She will take listeners through a three-tier method focused on developing the mindset, skillset, and toolset needed to build a community of wordsmiths and creators unhampered or blocked by dos and don'ts learn in formal writing courses and workshops. Future episodes with being divided into solo presentations and interviews with other writers and publishing influencers. Subscribe to "Smart Talks with One Smart Lady" and visit the home on the internet, onesmartladyproductions.com to stay informed. If questions, contact her at deborah@onesmartladyproductions.com.