Simple Talk: Recent Episodes
Jenny Chandler
Simple Talk is a podcast with the goal of giving entrepreneurs the inspiration and tactics they need to motivate them through their entrepreneurial journey. Every Thursday, Jenny (owner and creator of Simple Desk) will chat with a small business owner over coffee about their wins, losses, and most valuable lessons that they feel all entrepreneurs should know as well as solo episodes with actionable tips and information.
On this episode of Simple Talk, we are talking with Abby & Kailey, Co-Owners of Grabbing Grapefruit. Grabbing Grapefruit is a loungewear and apparel boutique, based in Kingston, ON. At Grabbing Grapefruit, their goal is to help you feel confident in your skin and to celebrate the unique beauty of every woman. They're all about empowering you to be confident and express yourself through the things you wear!
Connect with & shop Grabbing Grapefruit:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grabbinggrapefruit
Website: https://grabbinggrapefruit.com/
On today's episode, we are talking with Emily & Erika, Co-Owners of County Baches. County Baches is your one-stop-shop to all things bachelorette party planning and decor in the Prince Edward County and surrounding areas. They handle all of the boring stuff, so all you have to do is show up and pop the champagne 🥂🍾 From custom decorations, to itinerary planning and mimosa bars, the County Baches have you covered.
Connect with the County Baches:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/countybaches
Website: https://www.countybaches.com/
On today's episode, we are talking with Hardik Patel, Founder of Belleville International. He started this organization to bridge the gap between locals and international students and it has since helped introduce the region to a number of multicultural activities, festivities and awareness programs. The goal of his organization is to facilitate a smooth integration of international students into the local community.
Connect with Hardik:
Instagram: Â https://www.instagram.com/Belleville_International/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BellevilleInternational
Website: https://www.bellevilleinternational.ca/
On today's episode, we are talking with Rebecca Reeves, Owner of Boudoir Babe Squad. Rebecca has been a photographer for over 12 years, and she is passionate about empowering women to feel beautiful in their own skin!
Connect with Rebecca:
Instagram: Â https://www.instagram.com/boudoirbabesquad/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boudoirbabesquad
Website: https://boudoirbabesquad.com/
On today's episode, we are talking with Karlee Moore, Mortgage Agent at George H. Moore Mortgage Services.
Karlee joined the team in 2019 and as a second generation mortgage professional is proud to serve Prince Edward County and the Quinte area.
Karlee loves to learn and has dived deep in to the mortgage and finance world, recently completing an Economics course at the University of Toronto. She holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Toronto in Life Science and a college diploma in Winery and Viticulture Technician. Prior to becoming a mortgage agent, she worked in the wine industry where you can still find her tending to grapes and making wine on the weekend!
Karlee has a passion for being of service, guiding her clients along the mortgage process and answering any questions that come up. Her goal is to offer expert advice and help you select a mortgage that you feel confident about.
Connect with Karlee:
Instagram: Â https://www.instagram.com/karleemortgage/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karleemortgage/
Website: https://www.mooremortgages.ca
On today's episode, we are chatting with Megan Hamilton, owner of ubu skills.
Megan is a speaking, visibility and confidence coach for women and non-binary folks. She helps individuals figure out the root causes of their speaking fears and gives them a solid system of tools and training so they know how to give a strong presentation (and recover if something goes off the rails). She teaches how to be visible and cultivate confidence as you are, and not as you think you “should” be.  Â
Connect with Megan:
Instagram: Â https://www.instagram.com/ubuskills/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ubuskills/
Website: https://www.ubuskills.com/
On today's episode, we are chatting with Jen Beldam, the Founder and President of Northern Craft Supply Co., a branded merchandise studio in Picton, Ontario.Â
Jen and her team are passionate about branding, sustainability, and great products. Whether it’s sourcing products made from recycled materials, made locally, or simply made to last — they are committed to doing things better, for the better.
When she’s not helping her clients create their next merch collection, Jen and her husband are often visiting local craft breweries, tending to their homestead, and wrangling their young toddler.
Connect with Northern Craft Supply:
Instagram: Â https://www.instagram.com/northerncraftsupplyco/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northerncraftsupplyco
Website: https://www.northerncraft.ca/
Jen is a survivor of 2 divorces, a mother of a child experiencing addiction and a Enable No More Recovery Coach. Jen specializes in empowerment and self-recovery, helping hundreds of women affected by a child’s addiction, enabling and codependency to reclaim their lives.Â
As a cycle breaker, Jen helps women committed to freeing themselves from trauma, limiting beliefs and false identities. Transforming lives through revolutionary healing techniques and the power of the mind to recover their true identity, inner peace and purpose. Breaking the cycles that bind.Â
Jen vulnerably shares her decade-long battle of loving her loved ones with addiction and the mental health challenges that cracked her open to truth and the power to heal through consciousness. Her mantra is “When we heal ourselves, we heal others.”Â
Jen is a Contributing Author of “A Bigger Mission” where she shares her experience around trauma, resistance, addiction and breaking the cycle of suffering. She is a respected coach, speaker, and educator appearing on Lot 48 Film Co upcoming Documentary Finding Balance, WowTV Wellness Wake Up, Podcasts and a spiritual leader in women’s empowerment.Â
Connect with Jen:
Instagram: Â https://www.instagram.com/enablenomore/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/412044240178517
Website:https://www.enablenomore.ca/
On today's episode, we are chatting with Shulamit Ber Levtov, MA, RSW, CCTP.
Shulamit (she/her) is the Entrepreneurs' Therapist and co-founder of the Business Therapy Centre. She works with women business owners to care for their mental and emotional wellbeing in an era of relentless stressors that can make you want to lose your crap on the daily.
Shulamit has been an entrepreneur for over 27 years and has more than 22 years of professional experience applying therapeutic, coaching and somatic tools to support women's mental health and personal growth. In addition to working with clients 1:1, Shulamit teaches in private and university business programs and speaks locally, nationally and internationally about the intersection of mental health, trauma, financial psychology and entrepreneurship.
As an award-winning entrepreneur, masters-level, licensed trauma therapist and trauma survivor, trained in Brené Brown's Dare-To-Lead™ methodology, and with certifications in Trauma of Money, Nonviolent Communication and Yoga, Shula brings a unique perspective and approach to supporting women in business.
Shulamit's website: https://EntrepreneursTherapist.click
Subscribe to Shulamit's newsletter: https://EntrepreneursTherapist.click/newsletter
Book a free call with Shulamit: https://EntrepreneursTherapist.click/chat
Connect with Shulamit socially:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shulamitberlevtov/
https://www.Instagram.com/the_entrepreneurs_therapist
On today's episode, we are chatting with Krystal & Maryanne from O2 Oxygen Bar & Beauty Lounge.
O2 Oxygen bar and beauty lounge was established by two ambitious local women who previously operated home-based businesses. They aimed to merge their skills and establish a physical presence in the Quinte West community. Along with their esthetic services, they were keen on promoting their holistic philosophy by introducing a unique concept that offered health advantages. O2 filled a void in the local market and provided an opportunity for the community to experience previously unseen offerings while enjoying the associated health benefits.
On today's episode of Simple Talk, we are chatting with Sherry Jibb, owner of The Healing Place. With over 25 years of experience, Sherry teaches women in midlife how to build a strong foundation so that their mind, body and soul can flourish in their midlife & beyond, and truly love the skin they are in!
Connect with Sherry
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100045180950210
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sherryjibb_balancedmidlife/
Website: https://sherryjibb.com/
In this episode of Simple Talk, we are speaking with Lindsay McAllister, creator and owner of LaLuxe Femme, about her brand.
Laluxe Femme is a plus size fashion boutique for sizes XL to 4X & beyond, located in Picton, Ontario and shipping Canada wide from their online store. Laluxe Femme's owner, Lindsay McAllister aka MsLindsayM, aims to curate a collection of brands and designers that are ethically and sustainably made, using natural fibres and eco-friendly materials. Laluxe Femme looks to carry the most size inclusive clothing possible, for plus size women exclusively. Priority is given to designers and brands that are owned by people of colour, members of the LGBTQ community and women with disabilities, especially if the clothes are also made in Canada. Laluxe Femme stocks fabrics ranging from silk to bamboo, from recycled materials to linen, from organic cotton to cupro. Our specialities are feminine dresses and trendy matching sets. Overall, the Laluxe Femme style is classic chic with a hint of modern romance and luxury. You will love how you feel wearing Laluxe Femme clothing because of our love of soft fabrics that get even softer with multiple wears because we believe in outfit repeating in the name of sustainable wardrobes.Â
On today's episode, we are chatting with Cara Kingston, owner of Uniquely Rising. We discussed her journey with creating her own business and the details of her holistic services.Â
On today's episode, we are chatting with Morgan Scott from the Quinte West Chamber of Commerce and head of Quinte Young Professionals.
We discuss her role in the Quinte Chamber of Commerce, the specifics of Quinte Young Professionals and what these programs have to offer.
https://quintewestchamber.ca/
https://www.facebook.com/QWChamber
https://www.facebook.com/quinteyp/
On today's episode, we are chatting with two badass ladies, Kay and Katie the hosts of the Babes of Quinte Podcast.Â
We discuss how they got started, the ins and outs of podcasting, and their advice to anyone who wants to start their own podcast.Â
This is a do not want-to-miss episode. Â
You can check them out at https://www.facebook.com/babesofquinte, https://babesofquinte.podbean.com/, https://www.instagram.com/babesofquinte
On today's episode, we are talking with Jeff Mckeracher co-owner of A1 plumbing.Â
A1 is a family-owned business that Jeff and his brother have taken over. In this episode, we discuss the ins and outs of working with family, workplace culture, and the future growth of the business.
https://a1plumbingquinte.com/
On today's episode, we are chatting with the amazing people from META Employment Services. Sandra Leslie- Executive Director, Morgan Foran- Director of Programs and Services, and Peter Young- Marketing and Fundraising Specialist.Â
I think we all know that one of the biggest challenges in business right now is finding and keeping staff. So today we chat about different ways you can get the right people and where you can go to get those supports. This was a very insightful episode on today's market.Â
The staff at META is available and ready to help you with all your hiring and staffing needs. They can be reached at 613-966-9069, https://metaservices.ca/ or by coming into the office at 161 Bridge Street west Belleville.
Today we are chatting with our very own Theresa Gannon - Head of Marketing.
One of the biggest obstacles business owners face is where to put their time to make the most difference and marketing is generally at the top of that list. Today I asked Theresa a few questions about what the biggest issues are and what marketing tasks make the most difference in your business. This is a do not miss episode.Â
If you are looking for some insights into your marketing, you can check out our free audit on the website, and as always you can book a no-charge consultation right on our website.Â
www.simpledesk.ca
Today we are chatting with Devon Girard and Wendy Curtis from the Northumberland CFDC.Â
Getting funding for your business as a woman can sometimes feel impossible. I know I was there. That is when I came across the DELIA program. This program was a lifesaver for my business and the extra programs that came with it were almost worth more than the loan itself. After this program was started Devon helped spearhead an amazing event called Strike Up, If you have not heard of it you need to check it out.Â
This year it will take place on March 2nd. Be sure to sign up. If you want to connect with one of these ladies or check the offerings we discussed today, you can use the links below.Â
http://www.strikeup.ca/
https://ncfdc.ca/delia/
Today we're chatting with Alix the owner of Haymakers Coffee Co. located on Wolfe Island.
She recently went on a trip to Guatemala to meet the women that harvest the beans that she sources for her coffee. It was a very eye-opening experience that I am sure you will want to hear about.Â
To find out more about Alix you can go to https://haymakerscoffeeco.com/
Today we are chatting with Wade Little from Moira Brothers Properties.Â
Wade, born and raised in Belleville, has always had a passion for everything real estate. A teacher turned entrepreneur, he purchased his first investment property 3 years ago and has not looked back since.
After his first house he quickly went on to obtain his mortgage license, and then went on to create his own real estate company "Moira Brothers Properties". Wade is now currently enrolled in courses with HCRA to become a registered home builder in Ontario. Â
Wade started his company on the foundation of giving back to the community he is proud to call home. Moira Brothers Properties strives to create better, more affordable homes, for people in the Bay of Quinte Region.Â
https://moirabrothersproperties.com/
Today we are chatting with Anna Siwakoti. Anna Siwakoti (she/her) is a full spectrum doula, prenatal educator and owner of Fearless Wellness Centre in downtown Trenton.. Her journey to opening a health centre began before she was even born. Anna’s parents struggled for many years with infertility and after many years of trying to conceive and multiple miscarriages they conceived.“Growing up, I saw the pain infertility left on my parents. I saw the stress and the scars it left on them. I always knew I wanted a career that had to do with birth and healing but I was never quite sure how that would look.”
Anna opened Fearless in August of 2020 and the health centre has since grown to include multiple practitioners with many different disciplines. Being able to offer bilingual services in Trenton has been a dream come true.
Nicole Cooke is the owner/operator of Organized by Design, a professional organizing company. She works with residential and commercial clients to reduce clutter, organize space, and redesign processes & systems to increase your productivity and reduce stress. Based in the Kawarthas, she works locally with clients in-person and virtually with clients worldwide.Â
To find out how Nicole can help you bring calm to your home or office, contact her at 705-313-9522 or nicole@organizedbydesign.co.
www.organizedbydesign.co
In today's episode, we are speaking with multi-passionate entrepreneur Taylor Russett.Â
He is the owner of The Grind & Vine a coffee house and wine bar that is the perfect spot to meet up with old friends or to meet new ones. They offer a curated social environment that prides itself on inclusion and accessibility. He also is the owner of Russett Photography a company he started as a very young entrepreneur where he helps capture life's special moments.Â
https://www.russettphotography.com
https://www.thegrindandvine.com/
Today we are chatting with Sarah and Roseanne the owners of Physiowell.Â
PhysioWell Health Solutions is located in Trenton’s west-end: 469 Dundas Street, West. We offer a wide range of comprehensive therapy services to meet the needs of our clients. Our services include Physiotherapy (Sarah Kerr & Rebecca Gray), Osteopathy/RMT (Chrystal Holmes) & Reflexology (Roseanne Blagdon), Our team of professional therapists specialize in providing personalized treatment, rehabilitative and prevention therapy.
www.physiowellhealth.com
Hi everyone and welcome to this week's episode of Simple Talk. Today we are speaking with Luc from the SBC and Eileen the Business & Loans Advisor for Trenval.
Eileen has a professional designation as a Business Analyst augmented by University, Para-legal and trade acumen. Eileen’s entrepreneurial experience includes private corporation taxation, audit preparation and risk oversight, and small business ownership within the Agribusiness from northern Alberta. Eileen’s experience also encompasses the arts as a volunteer and dance mom relocating here in 2006 from northern Alberta to support her daughter's professional training at the Quinte Ballet School of Canada. Leading Lenders, a national initiative supporting women entrepreneurs towards success will be featuring Eileen in 2022. Entrepreneurs, please reach out anytime!
Luc is the Programs Coordinator at the Small Business Centre. The Small Business Centre is here to support your business every step of the way. Starting from scratch, or expanding to the next level Luc and SBC provide one on one business counseling for almost every aspect of a business at no charge, including business start-ups or expansion questions, marketing strategies, and business plan writing.
You can reach out to either one using the information below.
•www.trenval.ca ; ebrown@trenval.ca; cell: 613-438-5158
•www.smallbusinessctr.com; luc@smallbusinessctr.com office number is 613-961-0590
Today on Simple Talk we are speaking with Alyssa Zwonok of Nomad Cre8tive.
With over ten years of industry experience, Alyssa Zwonok has worked with everyone from large, enterprise clients to bustling startups, helping them build their brands from the ground up and exceed industry standards through top-level creative direction and strategy. After traveling the globe for a full four years and living abroad for another, Alyssa was not ready for her traveling journey to end just yet. As a solution to the struggle of finding work while visiting abroad, Alyssa founded Nomad Cre8tive with the intention of empowering other creatives like herself to be able to travel the world, all while making a living, doing what they love most!
Nomad Cre8tive
www.nomadcre8tive.com
Today we are chatting with Tammy Girard.
She is a Canadian Armed Forces Veteran (17 years of service), personal trainer and owner of The Grit Pit in Trenton.
The Grit Pit
IG @thegritpitcommunity
website : www.thegritpit.info
email : tammyjgirard@gmail.com
photo credits : @inspiredbythetree
This week on Simple Talk we are chatting with Lara Charette.
Lara is a graduate on the Dean's List from Loyalist college, holding an Accounting Techniques Certificate and Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance. After several years of working in the business industry, she saw a need for reliable, dependable, and affordable bookkeeping services. After growing Countryside Business for over a year, Lara decided it was time to venture out on her own and create My Bookkeeper by the bay.Â
My Bookkeeper By The Bay believes in providing clients with the best service possible. That's why it is online accessible as well as providing in-home services (with safe covid practices).
Lara offers flexible business packages to fit your business needs from bookkeeping, payroll, HST, WSIB, and Source Deduction remittances.
She understands each business has its own unique needs and makes it her goal to provide you with detailed, up-to-date financial records, better relations with banks and investors, faster business response time, and less stress.
My Bookkeeper by the bay is here to help relieve some of that business bookkeeping stress you may be experiencing!
In today's episode, we are talking with Shelley Wallace.Â
As a life coach with over 25 years of coaching and counselling experience, Shelley Wallace has made it her mission to empower women to break free of their limiting beliefs and step into the life they deserve. Her business began after her own experiences with workplace burnout and identifying a core need for support services that inspire women to take action. Shelley’s unique approach helps to bring women back into alignment, which results in improved relationships, reclaimed vitality, and approaching life with hope and optimism. Whether it’s your job, relationship, finances, health, or something else, the fastest way to feel better is to get back into alignment with the things that you really want, and Shelley can help you achieve that!
She offers 1-on-1 coaching, monthly workshops, social events for her Social Club members, and a pretty awesome FREE 5-Day Course named 5 Vital Steps to Living Your Best Life. Simply choose how you'd like to show up and receive guidance, and Shelley will be there with something custom designed just for you to help you make a breakthrough.
You can check out her upcoming workshops and services at https://www.shelleyw.ca/
She is the owner of Key Element Solutions, She empowers women to shatter THEIR glass ceiling and achieve ambitious results. Cheryl is an ambitious coach for your personal success and an accomplished catalyst for your career or business growth. A certified mindset and leadership coach, Cheryl leverages her corporate experience and training as a Master NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) Practitioner to empower her clients to go beyond baseline goal setting, to remove barriers, and conquer limiting beliefs, building abundant businesses and lifestyles they are WILDLY in love with. Your next level requires the next level of you. You don’t have to get there alone.
https://www.facebook.com/keyelementsolutions
https://www.instagram.com/keyelementsolutions/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylhimburg/
https://www.keyelement.ca
@keyelementsolutionsÂ
Today we are speaking with Christine O'Reilly.Â
After spending 10+ years in the private and public accounting fields, I decided to offer my skills as a financial manager to scaling entrepreneurs and businesses. I lessen stress by taking financial strategy and reporting, accounting, and bookkeeping out of your head, allowing you to stay in your zone of genius and generate income!
Some of my services:
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Business financial strategy
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Financial reporting
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Cash flow forecasting
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Bookkeeping
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QuickBooks Online
Feel free to connect via email at:
hello@christineinfinance.com
You can also download my free Accounting Checklist for 6-Figure Entrepreneurs here:
https://bit.ly/accountingchecklistfor6figureentrepreneurs
Today's guest speaker is Diana Lidstone, The Entrepreneur’s G.P.S.
After three decades in business and working globally with coaches, consultants, and experts, Diana Lidstone has gathered rock-solid wisdom and advice that has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and professionals accelerate growth and increase profits while freeing up more time for the things they love.
As the creator of the GPS Grow-meter and The Marketing Proficiency Effect, and as the best-selling author of Shift into Rich: Navigate the 9 Roadblocks to Small Business Success, Diana’s signature Aligned Profit Engine transforms frazzled, overworked business owners into profitable, happy CEOs. Diana's soon-to-be-released 2nd book will be co-authored with success coach, Brian Tracy.
Diana and her husband love boating in the Thousand Islands, Canada. She is often found walking her dog and drinking champagne (not at the same time)!
Book your complimentary Growth Profit Session!
As the creator of the GPS Grow-meter and The Marketing Proficiency Effect, and as a best-selling author of Shift into Rich: Navigate the 9 Roadblocks to Small Business Success, Diana’s signature Aligned Profit Engine transforms frazzled, overworked business owners into profitable, happy CEOs. Diana's soon-to-be-released 2nd book will be co-authored with success coach, Brian Tracy.
Today's guest speaker is Amy Rempel - Energetic Business Coach.
Certified as an Exercise Nutritional Advisor, Aromatherapist, as well as Reiki and Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner. Amy combines her 15 + years of running businesses and her energetic work to help women grow their heartled biz!
Amy created a program that brings together both the practical and the woo, as she strongly believes that clearing our blocks, while taking actionable steps in business is the key to more success with ease.
https://amyrempel.com/
https://linktr.ee/Rempel.amy
Today we're talking to Chantal Fraser, founder of Empowered Path Inc.
Chantal started her business in 2012 after making the transition from being active in the military to becoming a veteran. Her original vision for her business was to do more of what she loved most - speaking and training. However, she soon learned that other skills she had mastered during her time in the military were also transferable to her business (and yours), and now offers a variety of services in three broad categories: Professional Speaking, Thought Partner (Coaching & Mentoring), and Collaborations.
Chantal considers herself a Thought Partner; Someone who helps you learn the practical strategies, tactics and skills you need to help yourself, your organizations, and your communities thrive.
She hopes that by explaining her journey as an entrepreneur that she is able to encourage and inspire you on your own path!
Today we're talking to Galen Nuttall M.Ed, CFP (Certified Financial Planner) and creator of "A Clean Bill of Wealth Podcast".
Galen lives in beautiful Belleville and works with Canadians all across this amazing country helping them understand their options when it comes to finances. It is through his own podcast that he is able to provide insightful information and create engaging conversations with entrepreneurs, influencers and like-minded professionals to educate and entertain people just like you!
His mission every day is to add significant value to his clients' lives by creating a clear path to help them achieve their financial AND personal goals.
We hope his experiences and lessons as a business owner helps to guide you in your own journey!
Today we're talking to Aaron Cromwell, owner of One Wild Voice Brand Consulting and Management.
Aaron started 1WV to help businesses become more aware of their brand. With awareness comes a great impact, whether that impact be on your family, your customers and/or your community. He specializes in helping businesses develop their brand so that it becomes a legacy for generations to come.
In our chat today, Aaron details his transition from musician to entrepreneur and the struggles and triumps of launching a business in the midst of a pandemic.
Aaron's main question to you is: Brand IS legacy. What will yours be?
This month we're talking with Victoria Watts, co-founder of Pasta Tavola.
Victoria and her sister Paula own Pasta Tavola, a manufacturer of frozen ravioli and sauces located in Belleville, Ontario. They began their business in 2010 selling fresh pastas and sauces at local farmers' markets. In 2020, they launched their brand nationally and are now sold in every province across Canada. Today we're chatting with Victoria about the business and how Pasta Tavola grew despite the challenges they faced.
We hope her experiences as a business owner helps to guide you in your own journey!
Today our guest speaker is Shelagh Cummins.
Shelagh is a business coach, growth strategist, and founder of The Road to Seven™. The Road to Seven™ provides coaching, education, and access to capital so that women around the world can build profitable and fulfilling businesses.
Driven by an unwavering belief in the power of women and their impact on society and the economy, The Road provides the tools, the support, and the community needed to achieve your wildest dreams.
As a speaker, Shelagh inspires her audience members to park the excuses and become #womenofaction. She is not afraid to kick out the crutches, makeover mindsets, and flatten fears – always with a healthy dose of humour, candour, and wit.
Through practical strategies, personal stories, and real-life insights, Shelagh helps women see the possibilities of their ideas, the power of their leadership, and the potential of their vision – all in a human and relatable way.
Shelagh believes that the right words have the power to start revolutions in minds, companies, and even the world - especially when spoken from the heart.
https://theroadtoseven.com/