#UnwindWednesday Unwind Wednesday

Ashlee thrives from meeting new people and networking with a purpose. Her unconventional journey led her to create,  “Thee Amateur Expert Brand” - a lifestyle brand that inspires others by sharing her experiences and insights from the people around her. Through her podcast, she hopes to give guidance to those who lost their way in love, education, or the traumas of life and empower them to forge their own path like she did. Most recently, she opened her online store, Affirmed Armor and Accessories, where she sells merchandise that reminds you of a truth you've forgotten about yourself.

Episode Key Takeaways:


Bet on yourself, and trust the process!


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While the world may call her many things in her role as an IT consultant, servant at her local church, former founder of a consulting org, avid health nut, pursuer of many endeavors, etc., Madeline stays rooted in reminding herself of her identity as "Daughter of King Jesus" - and allows her desires and pursuits flow from that power. 

Episode Takeaways: 

- The Key to discovering your true identity is spending time with God. 

- You become what you behold.

- Remember that God keeps His promises. 

- Be intentional with your time.

- Surround yourself with Godly community. 

Scriptures Madeline mentioned: Hebrews 11:1; Numbers 23:19; Isaiah 6



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Ranisa Sweat is a New Haven/Hamden bred who is dominating the fields of consulting and entrepreneurship. After graduating from Morgan State University in 2019 with a B.S in Applied Liberal Studies, she did some soul searching and realized that she loved to work with and help people. As a result, she pursued and accepted a consulting role with Willis Towers Watson, a global advisory, broking and solutions company, and has been working there for over a year now.⁣
Additionally, Ranisa is the CEO of @braidedbyne , a hair braiding salon in Hamden, CT, which had its grand opening this past September in Hamden, CT.

Episode Takeaways: 

- Don't stop. KEEP Going. 

- Self reflection is critical in order to build your confidence. 

- Become a problem solver. 

- Stop making excuses! Create a strategy and execute!

- Be mindful of the people you have in your space. You need supportive, uplifting and positive people in your corner.

- Protect your energy. 

- Treat people how you want to be treated.

- Learn how to love yourself.



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Melissa Noel is an award-winning  journalist and internationally recognized Caribbean diaspora leader with proven impact at the intersections of media entrepreneurship, sustainable travel and cultural advocacy. She is known for her dynamic content that consistently highlights under-reported stories for outlets including Huffpost.com, One Caribbean TV, Essence.com, NBC News, Caribbean Beat Magazine, CBS US Virgin Islands and ABC News. Melissa’s stories on culture, race, travel, immigration, climate change and mental health, actively inform and expand the ways in which we see, discuss and cover the experiences of the African Diaspora. www.melissanoel.com

Episode Takeaways: 

- Know when to pivot, and know when to walk away.

- The best thing you can do for yourself is learn how to be refreshed and replenished.

- Everyone has a voice, and the world needs your voice/your platform to bring about change. 

- There are so many similarities between the Caribbean and the African Diaspora. We need to focus more on what brings us together, rather than what divides us.

- You do not have to box yourself in to fit other's expectations. Go against the grain, and do it well.

- Mentorship and giving back is critical. Lift as you climb. 

- Keep yourself informed on important news and key laws. 

- We need to keep the momentum and continue to fight for racial equity and racial justice!



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Sandy James is just a creative who is here to create whatever The Creator wants her to create while trying to be creative. 

Key Takeaways from episode:  

- Create a schedule for yourself. - Distractions will kill you!  

- Don't allow the opinions of others deter you from pursuing purpose. 

- Do it scared! 

- You have everything you need to do what God's called you to do.  

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Lisa K. Satchell is a storyteller and motivator. She enjoys storytelling through writing in all its forms and creating content online. The content she creates strives to motivate and inspire others to live their best lives and experience all that God has for them.
 Key Takeaways from episode:
 - Identify the story you want to tell first, then CREATE!
 - Hone in on your passions - the thing that keeps you up at night. 
- Focus on and be grateful for the love and blessings you already. 
- You are fully capable of doing everything God has called you to do. 
- Don’t have small dreams! 
- Take advantage of this time. Create and INNOVATE! 
Book mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Single-Dating-Engaged-Married-Navigating/dp/0718097890 
Follow me on social media: Our podcast hashtag is #UnwindWednesday
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