On The Block with... Coco: Recent Episodes
Colette Martin
Motivating discussions on various topics to inspire listeners in improving their life.
Weekly topics are selected by listeners who write in and can vary from business to life.
Coco (Colette Martin) is a certified Life Coach, does business Coaching and owns a Marketing company called Business In Pearls. Guests will be from all around the US who bring value as experts in their field. Each week, a listener's topic will be selected for presenting the topic of the week. We hope that the podcast is inspiring, fun, and brings value to listeners to improve themselves, careers, and their life overall.
Tune in every Wednesday for your motivation! Each one reach one.
What are you compelled to do for others who are in need or just because?
Today's episode comes from the Book of Acts 20:35 NIV.
In a world where we are constantly taking from others we are reminded in the bible what Jesus did. He modeled for us what we need to do. This verse moved me because it causes us to pause and think about what all God has given us. Lean into his word.
Thank you to our Sponsors:
* Kim Arney - BbK-services.com
* Jeannine Warrick - jladminservices.com
* Mary O'Brien - rthsolutions.org
Be blessed! - Coco
Have you ever gone to a hotel and wondered if your hotel sheets were really cleaned? Today's guest has invented The Perfect solution! Erica Tyson is CEO and the Founder of The Perfect CoverUp!
She is On The Block giving us the scoop on how to deal with the worries of the mind when it comes to staying in hotels or motels.
Listen in on today's Podcast to see how frequent trips out of town gave Erica an idea that will change everything!
Thank you to our Sponsors:
Kim Arney - BbK-services.com
Jeannine Warrick - jladministrativeservices.com
Newest Sponsor - Mary O'Brien - CEO & Owner of Restorative Transformational Health - www.rthsolutions.org
You go to college, you train for hours and years on what you "know" will be the career that you have chosen to live out your dreams and then, suddendly your life is changed in an instant!
That is exactly what Mary O'Brien our guest did and her whole life changed due to an accident on her job.
Listen in today as Mary shares her life's path that was put to halt. She used her experience and education to put her on another path to success.
Sometimes you just need to take another turn to what life throws at you and keep going.
Never give up!
First time buying a home can be scary, or intimidating to some. In today's Podcast Gwen Moore will break down the process to help you become more informed. Gwen Moore with RE/MAX Preferred Associates recognizes and values the trust clients place in her daily, so she always strives to exceed their expectations. She attributes her success not only to her passion for homes, but also to her intuition regarding the psychology of buying and selling. Her business has grown successfully and consistently thanks to the many repeat clients and their introductions to friends, family, and neighbors. This track record is only possible because she delivers on both results and an enjoyable experience.
Listen in today!
Thank you to our Sponsors:
Kim Arney - BbK Services 556 - BbK-services556.com
* Jeannine Warrick - JL Administrative Services - jladministrativeservices.com
* Gwen Moore - RE/MAX Preferred Associates - gmoore.remax.com*
I need help with my business. I am a busy! Virtual Assistants are definitely useful, affordable, knowledgeable, and can help you free up the Administrative work that you don't have time to do.
Listen in today as our guest, Jeannine Warrick, CEO and Founder of JL Administrative Services, LLC breaks down the who, what and why of having a Virtual Assistant (VA).
Her expertise spans decades and she truly is the best in the business. Contact her today@
jladministrativeservices.com
Hello February and all it brings! Today's Podcast is speaking on information, news updates, highlights about what is going on for this month.
Check out today's Podcast as we talk about:
* Black History month
* Valentine's Day
* National Pizza Day
* Toothache Day
* Fat Tuesday leading to Lent
Thank you to our listeners and our Private Sponsors:
* Kim Arney, CEO & Founder - BbK Services 556 @ BbK-services.com
* Jeannine Warrick ~ CEO & Founder - JL Administrative Services, LLC @ jladministrativeservices.com
* Gwen Moore- Licensed Realtor in Texas with RE/MAX Preferred Associates @gmoore.remax.com
Mental Health is so important. 2020 showed us how damaging it really is. Today's guest is a Licensed Pofessional Counselor - Supervisor. She is bringing light to the subject and helping us to understand just how important it is and what we can do about it.
Bronwyn Lucas is a Certified School Counselor, an empowerment speaker, group facilitator, storyteller, trainer and educator. Yes, she wears many hats, but they all lead to helping people reach their full potential. Ms. B. provides in person and online teletherapy.
Ms. Lucas is a generalist. She works with youth, adults, families and groups with diverse mental health concerns. In addition to being an LPC-S, she is a Certified Christian Counselor, Life Coach and a Reiki Therapist. She utilizes all of these skills to assist clients in attaining mental wellness. She hosts a weekly podcast that originates on Facebook Live called Black Mental Health IS Black Health.
Contact her at blucaslpc@gmail.com
Listen in today to get your dose of Mental Health tips!
Thank you to our Sponsors: Kim Arney ~ BbK Services 556 @https://www.bbk-services.com/
Gwendolyn Moore ~ Realtor RE/MAX Preferred Associates @gmoore7766@sbcglobal.net
Guest inquiries - ontheblockwithcoco@gmail.com
"I Love My People"! Oba William King is a multi-talented Master Storyteller, Author, drummer, award-winning performer, and touring artist. He's performed traditional Folk Arts at some of the most prestigious venues, including the Kennedy Center, International Storytelling Center, and the George H. W. Bush Presidential Library Museum. As a Gold Member of the National Association of Black Storytellers, he's entertained audiences of all ages at numerous libraries, cultural festivals, and educational institutions across the nation.
I am so honored to have him on our Podcast. His work can be found on YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=oba+william+king
Please listen in to get a feel for who he is and his amazing work that has made a positive impact on people of all ages from 1- 92!
*Today's Podcast is being Sponsored by: Kim Arney - CEO & Founder of Bbk- Services 556
(Accounting Firm) .
www.BbK-Services.com
"If you don't know your numbers, you don't know your business."
TAX season indeed! It's January and yes Tax Season has begun. Today's guest is Kim Arney, President and CEO for BbK-Service 556. She has nearly 40 years of experience as an on-site and remote bookkeeper and tax preparation professional. Her company offers clients:
* Remote Bookkeeping
* Payroll Management
* Financial Clean up
* Tax Preparation
* Quarterly Financial review
Contact them today! They can help you get your books in order.
www.BbK-Services.com
info@bbk-services.com
Barry Shore! Ambassador of JOY. He has been described as," Magical and incredible."
Happy New Year! Our guest is truly all of that and more. He is an Author, owner of several patents, appeared on major platforms, rubbed elbows with so many celebrities and he continues to amaze the world.
He is known for spreading Joy and hands out S.M.I.L.E cards. What are S.M.I.L.E. cards?
Inspirational cards with acronyms on them to inspire you. Oprah and John Travolta have theirs, just to name a couple. I got mine as well.
His latest platform initiative is Einstein Cares. Go to Einsteincares.com for more information.
Become part of this incredible initiative/program/movement.
Listen in on today's Podcast to learn more about Barry and his journey towards spreading JOY around the world!
Don't forget to S.M.I.L.E. ( Seeing Miracles In Life Every Day)
It's Wednesday! HELLO!
On The Block with Coco is giving updates since we have been gone. Life sometimes throws us a Wall on our journey that seems impossible to get over. It's okay though. Going through a "Hard Season" in life allows us to be humble to the knowing that our life here on earth and everything in it, is temporary. God is in control! He sees us and hears us. Life comes full circle with a beginning and an end.
In today's Podcast, I just wanted to walk the block and say,"Hi". I am here, I am doing okay and I hope you are too!
Morning Dayz, my brand is up and moving. It focuses on Wellness. Learning how to de-stress in life especially from the workplace. Whether you are at home or in a building, we experience stress.
Allow me to help you in your de-stress journey. I created Wellness journals that I hope you will appreciate. They are available on Amazon.com Type in Colette Coco Martin
and see the 12 amazingly beautiful journals. Buy one or collect them all!
morningdayz.com
Sign up for my de-stress classes today! Of course the journals go along with them.
See you around," On the block..."
-Coco
HOLY WEDNESDAY!
We are in holy week as Christians. We are reflecting on Jesus' journey towards his death and Resurrection.
Reflect on his life and what it means for us as a people.
He is the truth, way, and the light.
If we learn to eliminate stress, we probably wouldn't do half of the things that we do.
Stress is the underlining problem to a lot of health problems.
In my quest to Care about others and help in some way with what is going on in our world, I am providing classes and presentations for Stress Management in the Workplace. Whether you work from home or in an actual facility, this is for you. Learn to de-stress and reduce what you are going through. More importantly, how to handle your reactions to certain people or situations.
Go to my website @morningdayz.com for more information. Take care of yourselves!
So You want to quit the "9-5", but you need to know the next steps?
Business Coach Erin Lewis drops by On The Block to discuss her journey because she did just that.
Erin works with talented healers who know their craft, but need help with the business.
All Entrepreneurs started the same way in business with eyes wide open and trying to see what to do.
Now, we have people who make it their business to assist you in your business, in order to be successful. There is no need to struggle.
Listen in on today's Podcast.
Business Coach Erin Lewis can be contacted at www.blackstormcoaching.com
Remember if you are an Author or a Business person and you would like to be a guest On The Block, you can reach me, Coco at www.wordtraxbycolette.com
Today's geust is Author Gwen Burno! Her new book is called, " Created To Be..." and can be found on Amazon.
She talks about her journey as a writer, her inspiration for the book, and her life overall has been ordered by God. Listen in today in learning more about the remarkable woman, Gwen Burno.
You can contact her and learn more at www.displaystrength.com
To appear on the podcast contact us @ www.wordtraxbycolette.com for more information.
2023!
On The Block with Coco has returned! Happy New Year as we bring in 2023.
Newly reimagined and introducing a different look and feel On The Block.
Log in on your favorite platform to listen as we bring valuable information for you to use.
I am highlighting Authors and of course business owners, to showcase their talents.
We welcome you all back to the neighborhood and would love to have you as a guest.
For more information about scheduling, and our Advertising Interview Guest packages, log into the website at
www.wordtraxbycolette.com
For my Authors, I do offer Voice-over services as well. Doing my best to elevate your brand.
Check out the website for more information.
Thank you for tuning in for our brand new year!
-Colette ( Coco )
On The Block with Coco has returned! Happy New Year as we bring in 2023.
Newly reimagined and introducing a different look and feel On The Block.
Log in on your favorite platform to listen as we bring valuable information for you to use.
I am highlighting Authors and of course business owners, to showcase their talents.
This year we are bringing community news, business updates and a Business Expert on the show once a month to report in on Biz trends, advice, and tips.
We welcome Tracie T. Holloway, CEO of The Way Up Creative Group LLC and Alignable Co-Ambassador of the Arlington, TX and Surrounding Areas Alliance. She will bring her Business expertise in Elevating Brands for businesses on the block as ~ The Way Up Creative Corner with T!
I am excited to collaborate with her.
We welcome you all back to the neighborhood and would love to have you as a guest.
For more information about scheduling, and our Advertising Interview Guest packages, log into the website at
www.wordtraxbycolette.com
For my Authors, I do offer Voice-over services as well. Doing my best to elevate your brand.
Check out the website for more information.
Thank you for tuning in for our brand new year!
-Colette ( Coco )
It's Christmas! Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwansaa, Happy New Year.
This year has been an emotional rollercoaster. We are getting through it and getting things done.
So enjoy and I will see you all next year with ~ On The Block with Coco!
Thank you to all my guests, my listeners, my personal sponsors and my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for making this happen.
Be safe and see you next year!!
God Bless!
"All I want for Christmas is you...Baby! " ( Mariah Carey)
Happy Thanksgiving! Check In and Check on our friends and family! We need to check on everyone. Between the weather, the Flu, Covid still affecting us, and loneliness, this is a season that even our strong friends and family need to know that they are loved!
Gun Violence! When will it end? Our suburbs are taking a surprise hit by what is going on. Administrators need to shift that mindset from it would never happen here to anything is possible. We need stiffer gun laws in place. Our babies are loosing their lives because of the lack of control. This is our discussion today ~ On The Block. Listen in, let's feel some type of way, and do something about it!
WT...Skimpflation & Shrinkflation! It's a real thing. As consumers we aren't the only ones feeling the effects of Inflation. Manufactures are too. Hear what they are doing and what they are doing to us! We live in hard times right now people. Take a listen.
Child Abuse Is Not Okay! In today's episode our guests Ellen Paxton of PreventChildAbuseTraining.com and Emily Wilson, an advocate for prevention, is joining us. Yes, a heavy topic that deserves attention, education, and sharing of information. Please let's all open our minds to learning. Pull up a chair, class is in session! Prevention is the key. Stopping the cycle of abuse of any kind is necessary.
For more information go to www.PreventChildAbuseTraining.com
Do You Need To Get Your Business Finances In Order? Today's guest does just that! She owns and operates a Bookkeeping company. However, it doesn't stop there. She handles an array of services that will get your finances on track. Check out the Podcast and hear what she has to say. Introducing Kim Arney.
BACK 2 SCHOOL! Today's episode I am wishing my students and teachers a safe and productive school year! God bless.
Natural products for your teeth, mouth, and body! Today's guest is Key Bentley, CEO of Agape Key Natural products. Her product line is not only beautiful, it makes you feel your best! Listen to how her own personal experiences changed her life and others as well. Check out her website at www.agapekeynatural.com She is on Instagram @ agapekey_
Toothpaste
Mouthwash
*Body Butter that makes you go ... Yum Yum Eat it UP! Yummy Situation.
What's Been Going On? Summer happenings is what has been going on. Today I am talking about my break from the Podcast and how Small Business Owners YOU can join the fastest growing Business Network platform to help grow your business! Don't miss this.
Abortion! What are you views? Today's show I will talk about my stand on Abortion. We all have an opinion. We all want a say in the situation. However, it comes down to Women are intelligent, we are educated, we are mindful of our choices to do what WE think is best for us! So...what do think?
What Happens When You Lose Your Happiness? On today's episode I am talking about a temporary fix to incorporate what's next after you loose someone or something. Nothing can really replace a person, however what you do in your life to bring a feeling of happiness can substitute that emptiness. Please reach out and let's talk about other ways that can you fill your time of "living" in happiness.
Food Pantry, Skilled training, Volunteer hours, assisting formerly incarcerated individuals, The Ft. Worth HOPE Center does almost all in getting individuals and families back on their feet and in the right direction. They are helping the community and need YOUR help too!
If you are in a position to do in-Kind donations, an organization, or individual who can Sponsor them or donate large quantities of food and or other items ...please reach out and connect with them!
It's all for the community. Helping people helping people.
https://www.fwhope.org
How Can Etiquette Assist with Social Competencies? Guest - Lady Trenette Wilson ~ Founder of the National Association of Urban Etiquette Professionals, stops by to inform us. Her new program is a MUST HAVE in Schools! Let's teach the children the "Why" behind knowing what they need through out life and NOT just what is needed in the classrooms.
"Change" What season are you in? Living or Existing? Today I will be talking about Change and not the jingle kind. We all have to go through that season in our lives. Change is expected in life. We have to know how to deal with it. How are you dealing with your "Change"?
The Hope Center in Ft Worth, TX is our guest this week. Representatives Kevin and Michael go over the importance of the HOPE center in the community. The ability to feed the community in these trying times in addition to offering training and certifications so individuals can maintain a better lifestyle, is what the center is known for. They run by donations, sponsors, but also in knowing that God has provided an abundance of food for individuals and families who need it. Log in today to hear their story and how you can help to make a positive impact in this Ft Worth, Texas community. Stay blessed.
Today's guest is Tracee T. Holloway. She is CEO of The Way Up Creative Group. She's speaking today from a true business woman who juggles Entrepreneurship and being a mom of 4 children. Her skillset is amazing! She has made her mark as a Radio producer and Host, actress, singer, podcaster, Business Coach, and Consultant. She helps new and existing small business owners to elevate their brand. Listen today and every Wednesday @ 11am CST.
"Time 2 Plan A Vacation!" - Today we are talking about planning a trip, CDC guidelines, more importantly packing PATIENCE! It's Wednesday...time for a break. Download for free and listen in on today's recorded topic. Thank you for listening. Stay blessed.
"Why Are Teachers, Administrators Quitting The Profession?" A long overdue topic. As a former educator, I will speak about the struggles of what Educators have to deal with and ask that you LISTEN to see what would you do?
"Dreams Turn Into Goals Then Reality"...with Colette Martin (Coco). We all have some type of dreams when we are "WOKE". We desire to do other things. Today I will go over how my dream turned into a goal and what I did to make it a reality. Tune in today to see how you can turn your dreams into a reality as well.
Thank you to our Sponsor Gwen Burno ~ displaystrength.com
Morning Dayz ~ You Matter - www.Businessinpearls.com
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Mental Health - Today's guest is Davia Williams Stevenson from Ohio. She is a Professional Clinical Counselor, Life Coach, Podcast host, and entrepreneur. We realize that Mental Health has been a topic of discussion for the past 2 years since the Pandemic hit. It has shed light on what already existed, but we weren't really aware of the magnitude of what was hidden inside of us. Listen in today to hear the "Golden Nuggets" that are dropped by our expert.
"Why Are Women Jealous of Other Women?" On today's episode, I talk about the effects that society has on us, as women, in wanting what other women have or to be like them. We as women need to break this jealousy, this competition. We need to just be ourselves. What do you think ladies?
"Are You Living Your Best Life?"
Today's guest is Gwen Burno, a Life Coach, Ramsey Financial Coach, Author, and Inspirational Speaker. She is our personal sponsor and loves living life as ordered by God.
Her website information is www.displaystrength.com
Please listen in and life and share her wonderful story of inspiration and uplifting words.
Is Your Business Structured Correctly?
Today's guest is Lisa Randolph, a Kaizen Infrastructure Coach talking about setting up and establishing your business foundation to be successful. Don't miss it!
What Will Happen If You Loose Your Job? It is a scary thought about how to pay your bills if you are an Entrepreneur! Our guest Michelle Brown- McConnell, a Financial Advisor, stops by to let us know how to be prepared financially, especially those that are in the nail, and hair industries.
How Can I Get Money For My Business and or Projects? Our guest today, Tracy Garley, CEO of GoFundHer.com explains that and more. This New Yorker has an amazing story from her upbringing from another country to Wall Street Recognition!!! Her tag line of," If you love her then Fund her" is on point! Don't miss this. We are available on several podcast platforms now!!! iHeart, Apple Podcast, Spotify just to name a few! I am so proud. Download for free and share out the love. - Coco
A 21 year old young lady from Canada is already a Serial Entrepreneur! Listen to her journey as a D1 athlete who left her family in Singapore, traveled across continents, and how her dad's influence and dedication as an author and Business Coach prepared her for working side by side with him. This amazing young lady is already putting her stamp on success!
"Going Through It!" Welcome episode about On The Block with Coco. This week is my intro and the topic is about what we are dealing with in our world. The emotional strains that have crept into our lives and staying positive through it all.