Dreams In Drive

Sometimes the journey we call life - can take us on paths and roads we could never imagine. But, getting to a place where we embrace the journey isn't always easy. In this REWIND episode from 2019, we chat with Craig Robinson (Princeton '83 and older brother to the iconic Michelle Obama) about his #dreamdriving journey and all the important stops he made along the way. Craig shares how the trek from the South Side of Chicago to the suburbs of Princeton University impacted his life and fostered in him an "intellectual confidence" that has stayed with him his entire life. He then reflects on the value of taking RISKS and why the decision to venture back into the world of sports after a lucrative career in banking was one he doesn't regret. Craig also opens up about the major lessons he learned from important people in his life and gives tips for other dream drivers looking to find their way in life. FIND CRAIG ROBINSON ONLINE: Instagram: @craigmalrobTwitter: @craigmalrob SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - THE

Dominique Boseman founder and CEO of SPRAISE® - shares how she built a skincare brand after working as a lawyer and realized that it was possible to explore her other passions and interests. She gives tips for other dream drivers looking to start new paths in life. More on SPRAISE: Dominique founded SPRAISE after years of suffering from eczema, as a no-compromise solution for clean beauty and to raise the standard of personal care products for women of color. SPRAISE means “skin praise” and Boseman wants her products to inspire people to reimagine what it means to care for their skin. In 2020, she was a recipient of the Google for Startups Black Founders Award, with a background in law she is an advocate for inclusion in the clean beauty industry and believes that for beauty to be truly accessible and inclusive, that women of color should have many brands to choose from that reflect their culture, beauty, and standards. SPRAISE is currently retailed at Whole Foods Market, Nordstrom and JCPenney stores. Bosema

Want to change your life? It often starts with your health. Dr. Bobby Price - a Physiologist, Doctor of Pharmacy, and Plant- Based Nutritionist - shares his personal journey of transformation and how he went from drug-dealing (in the pharmacy) to holistic healing. In this 2019 episode (Episode 198) Dr. Bobby shares the many ways the "dream" morphed throughout his life and the people, places, and things that served as guides along the way. He shares the experiences he's had traveling the world and studying with herbalists, shamans, and spiritual gurus learning the magical art of healing the mind, body, and soul. Instead of filling synthetic prescriptions, he uses plant-based foods, medicinal herbs, and simple holistic techniques to help others restore their wellbeing. DR BOBBY'S KEYS TO SUCCESS:1. Be a life learner 2. Fail Forward SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate BROWSE THE BOOKSTORE:http://www.dreamsindrive.com/books

What do you do when you hit rockbottom? In this episode from 2020- we meet Laine Bradley - entrepreneur, investor, accountant, mother and CEO of Vraiment Financial. Laine shares her story of almost giving up, feeling like a failure, and the ultimate perseverance and hustle to work through negative in order to build a NEW life. Laine takes us through her life - from growing in Orange, NJ to getting pregnant and married at a young age. We journey through the part of her life falling apart and how and WHY she put in the work to rebuild her LIFE. Moral of this story? Failure isn't forever. Reinvention is possible and BLESSINGS will come once you are determined enough to make things happen. If you enjoy this episode, please make sure you share online with your community! You can find us at @dreamsindrive on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram, and use the hashtag #dreamsindrive! Enjoy! Laine's Keys To Success: Support System Positive mindset Education SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/

You can be a mogul, too - if you put in the work. We chat with Tiyana Robinson - a Professional Makeup Artist and Founder of Makeup Mogul University, the world's first online business school for professional Makeup Artists. Tiyana shares how she went from working as a Marketing Director to fully embracing her gift for makeup artistry and taking her dreams for FREEDOM to the next level. Tiyana shares the steps she took to strategically evolve her six-figure business into one that helps others learn how they can create money and find opportunities for growth in their own creative practices. She talks the importance of differentiation, confidence, clarity, consistency, hustle, and purpose when #dreamdriving. TIYANA'S KEYS TO SUCCESS: 1. Confidence in yourself 2. Forgive yourself 3. Self-love FIND TIYANA ONLINE: Instagram: @tiyanarobinsonbeauty Web: http://makeupmoguluniversity.com DONATE TO DREAMS IN DRIVE: www.dreamsindrive.com/donate SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - THE KEYS: www.dreamsindrive.com/join   

Back in the guest chair is Nicaila Matthews Okome, founder and host of the critically acclaimed Side Hustle Pro podcast. Much has changed since we first checked in with Nicaila on episode 99 in 2017. Nicaila opens up about her #dreamdriving journey and all the new stops she's been on over the past years. From growing her business and brand, having her first live show to becoming a mother during the height of the global COVID-19 pandemic and having life change as she knew it - Nicaila has truly had to adjust to all that comes with her many "new normals." She opens up about the principles and mindset that have helped steer her on this new leg of #dreamdriving and gives her expert tips on how you can also continue down the path of seeking excellence and mastery as you put your dreams in motion. More about Nicaila: Nicaila Matthews Okome is the Founder of Side Hustle Pro, LLC, a podcasting and media company that shines a light on untold narratives. In 2016, Nicaila debuted the Side Hustle Pro podcast, the first a

On this week's episode of the show, I revisit a conversation with Mattie James from 2018! so many gems that are still relevant today! What does it take to succeed as a digital influencer (or dream driver in general)? So many of us often have a plan - or a vision/dream  - but face challenges when it comes to execution a.k.a  GETTING RESULTS. We chat with Atlanta-based Mattie James -  creator of MattieJames.com. Since 2010, Mattie has collaborated with household name brands like Macy’s, Cotton, H&M, Google and many more. With a social media following of over 129,000 lifestyle enthusiasts, the "Mattie James" brand has evolved into a 360 degree brand that includes a blog , 2 podcasts, a newsletter & YouTube channel, and a variety of physical & digital products. Mattie talks her early #dreamdriving journey which includes moving to NYC after dropping out of college to moving back to Atlanta and re-discovering her love for writing and realizing she had what it took to become a "full-time influencer". Mat

Environmentalist, fashion designer, and entrepreneur, Niani Phillips shares how she is staying true to her self and art through her company - Not Your Normal Denim. Niani shares the details of her #dreamdriving journey and the lessons she has learned building her brand from the ground up by raising awareness of sustainability in the fashion industry. SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate BROWSE THE BOOKSTORE:http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - THE KEYS: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join FIND NIANI ON:  Instagram: @afronani_ FIND RANA ON SOCIAL: Instagram: http://instagram.com/rainshineluv Twitter: http://twitter.com/rainshineluv FIND DREAMS IN DRIVE ON:Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/dreamsindrive Twitter: http://twitter.com/dreamsindrive Web: http://www.dreamsindrive.com

Actor Joseph Sikora - best known for his roles on Power (Tommy Egan) and Ozark (Frank Cosgrove Jr.) opens up about his #dreamdriving journey, lessons he's learned about the road to success from playing such memorable characters, and tips he has for other creatives looking to put their dreams in motion.  SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate BROWSE THE BOOKSTORE:http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - THE KEYS: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join FIND JOSEPH ON:  Instagram: @josephsikora4 FIND RANA ON SOCIAL: Instagram: http://instagram.com/rainshineluv Twitter: http://twitter.com/rainshineluv FIND DREAMS IN DRIVE ON:Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/dreamsindrive Twitter: http://twitter.com/dreamsindrive Web: http://www.dreamsindrive.com

Big Dave's Cheesesteaks founder Derrick Hayes opens up about his journey from West Philadelphia to Atlanta - and the hustle, passion, and dedication to his dream that laid the foundation for his brand's success. He openly shares many of the challenges he faced in the early days and the POSITIVE MINDSET that served as fuel through it all. Derrick gives Dream Drivers the game plan for how to succeed in our current times and why believing in yourself has to be at the top of the TO DO list. DERRICK'S KEYS TO SUCCESS: 1. Self Belief 2. Building the right team for scale 3. Accountant SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate BROWSE THE BOOKSTORE:http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - THE KEYS: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join FIND DERRICK HAYES ON: Instagram: @officialdhayes Web: www.bigdavescheesesteaks.com FIND RANA ON SOCIAL: Instagram: http://instagram.com/rainshineluv Twitter: http://twitt

We check back in with Black Girl Sunscreen creator and founder Shontay Lundy as she shares the growth the brand has experienced since our first conversation back in July 2020 (episode 245). Shontay shares the new challenges of building a growing sun care EMPIRE and the personal growth she has experienced as a result. She also shares why she believes Dreams In Drive is such an important platform for telling our stories and the impact that the show has had on her own telling of her experience as a risk taker in life + business.  SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate BROWSE THE BOOKSTORE:http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - THE KEYS: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join FIND SHONTAY ON: Instagram: @shontay_lundy Web: www.blackgirlsunscreen.com FIND RANA ON SOCIAL: Instagram: http://instagram.com/rainshineluv Twitter: http://twitter.com/rainshineluv FIND DREAMS IN DRIVE ON:Instagram: http:/

Ever heard of "toxic positivity?" Therapist Whitney Goodman share examples and client stories that reveal how damaging toxic positivity can be in our lives as dream drivers. She shares simple ways to experience and work through difficult emotions and how doing this leads to more  authenticity, connection, and growth—and ultimately, a path to showing up as you truly are. SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate BROWSE THE BOOKSTORE:http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - THE KEYS: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join FIND WHITNEY ON: Instagram: @sitwithwhit Web: www.sitwithwhit FIND RANA ON SOCIAL: Instagram: http://instagram.com/rainshineluv Twitter: http://twitter.com/rainshineluv FIND DREAMS IN DRIVE ON:Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/dreamsindrive Twitter: http://twitter.com/dreamsindrive Web: http://www.dreamsindrive.com

Guess what? It’s okay to be professionally selfish. It's okay to quit your current job for that job that is going to pay you more. It's okay to pursue higher earnings unapologetically. You have BIG dreams and sometimes those BIG dreams require BIG MOVES. Wealth-building advocate, career expert and Brown Ambition podcast co-host Mandi Woodruff-Santos shares her #dreamdriving journey and the keys to success that helped her quit her way rich and can help you do the same! Mandi shares what she did to start taking control of her career and finances in order to live the life she knew she deserved and wanted for herself and her family. Mandi's Keys To Success: Sense of humor    Community Professional selfishness SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate BROWSE THE BOOKSTORE:http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - THE KEYS: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join FIND MANDI ON: Instagram: @mandimoney We

What's the biggest takeaway after producing, editing, and releasing 300 episodes of Dreams In Drive? In this special episode, I reflect on lessons learned along the past six years and what I want you, dear Dream Driver, to remember along your own journeys as well.  *SHOP DREAMS IN DRIVE MERCHANDISE*  USE CODE "300" FOR 30% OFF! http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop *SUBSCRIBE TO "THE KEYS" NEWSLETTER: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join *DONATE TO DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate *SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE BOOKSTORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore *Follow Dreams In Drive on Social: *http://twitter.com/dreamsindrive *http://instagram.com/dreamsindrive *Follow Rana on Social: *http://instagram.com/rainshineluv *http://twitter.com/rainshineluv *http://www.ranacampbell.com

Let's take it back to to the first episode of Dreams In Drive w/ aspiring artist, rapper, and thought leader David Thompson. Listen in on he reflects on what it means to dive deep into who you are and where you've come from. Rana also looks back on where it all started...as we approach the 300th episode.  *SHOP DREAMS IN DRIVE MERCHANDISE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop *SUBSCRIBE TO "THE KEYS" NEWSLETTER: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join *DONATE TO DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate *SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE BOOKSTORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore *Follow Dreams In Drive on Social: *http://twitter.com/dreamsindrive *http://instagram.com/dreamsindrive *Follow Rana on Social: *http://instagram.com/rainshineluv *http://twitter.com/rainshineluv *http://www.ranacampbell.com

Whether you love him or hate him, there's a lot to learn from Kanye West's early days as a rising artist. Here are my biggest takeaways and lessons learned from Part of 1 of the Netflix documentary Jeen-Yuhs that you can use along your own #dreamdriving journey. *SHOP DREAMS IN DRIVE MERCHANDISE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop *SUBSCRIBE TO "THE KEYS" NEWSLETTER: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join *DONATE TO DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate *SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE BOOKSTORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore *Follow Dreams In Drive on Social: *http://twitter.com/dreamsindrive *http://instagram.com/dreamsindrive *Follow Rana on Social: *http://instagram.com/rainshineluv *http://twitter.com/rainshineluv *http://www.ranacampbell.com

Sometimes a special gift remains dormant within you - waiting for you to pull the trigger on the many blessings it has waiting for you and your life. Listen in as Rochelle Porter shares her #dreamdriving journey and how her creative path evolved from writing to designing and why she's so passionate about her current dream and the path she took to be so confident about where she's going next. **Get 21% off Rochelle Porter Designs using code DREAMS21 at rochelleporter.com** SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate BROWSE THE BOOKSTORE:http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - THE KEYS: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join FIND ROCHELLE ON: Instagram: @roporterdesign Web: www.rochelleporter.com FIND RANA ON SOCIAL: Instagram: http://instagram.com/rainshineluv Twitter: http://twitter.com/rainshineluv FIND DREAMS IN DRIVE ON:Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/dreamsindrive Twitter: http://twitter.c

It wasn't until Anthony O'Neal became committed to getting out of his comfort zone did he start seeing BIG CHANGES in his current life and the future he envisioned for himself. Listen in as he shares his journey from living out his car to debt-free  and thriving AND how you can get out of your comfort zone by taking specific action steps to get the #dreamdriving ball moving in your favor. More on Anthony: A #1 national bestselling author, Anthony O'Neal has helped over 250,000 people set out on a path towards a debt-free life with his chart-topping book Debt-Free Degree. He’s reached over 15 million people i through his podcast “The Table” where he always keeps it real, relevant, and relatable. Apart from teaching others how to obtain mental, spiritual and financial freedom, Anthony's mission is to help singles maximize their single season with both intention and grace. SIGN UP FOR ANTHONY'S COURSE: Pillar 8” Blueprint: The Key to Maximizing Your Single Season, Creating Unstoppable Power and Prosperity in You

Twyla Adkins followed the typical immigrant route of trying to pick a safe and financially secure path in life. But, one day she looked up and realized she unhappy and extremely stressed out. Life was coming at her - from major health changes, pregnancy, and COVID. Then, one day after hearing a particular episode of Dreams In drive she decided to stopped living in Park and moved to Drive. But like most of us, it didn't go exactly as she hoped. Twyla opens up about how her entrepreneurial journey started with reverting to what she was comfortable with - playing it small, safe, and accepting less than I deserved. - kept her stalled. Then, the death of her sister rocked her world - reminding her again that life was too short to be unhappy. Twyla's journey, like so many others, is a series of adapting, learning when to rest, when to invest in yourself and when to quit. Twyla opens up about how challenging her #dreamdriving journey has been and shares how she was able to push through pain, gain confidence again an

Do you have a dream that you feel is "impossible?" Azhelle Wade shares her #dreamdriving journey and how she was able to build a career in the toy journey and eventually venture into entrepreneurship where she now helps mission-driven toy creators develop toy ideas and sales strategies in as little as 12 weeks. Azhelle opens up about the challenges she's faced along the way and the the "secret strategies of pitching" that opened up her world and possibilities. Most importantly, she teaches how YOU, too, can find a way to make a life doing what you love. SHOP THE DREAMS IN DRIVE STORE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/shop SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/donate BROWSE THE BOOKSTORE:http://www.dreamsindrive.com/bookstore SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - THE KEYS: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/join FIND AZHELLE ON: Instagram: @thetoycoach FIND RANA ON SOCIAL: Instagram: http://instagram.com/rainshineluv Twitter: http://twitter.com/rainshineluv FIND DREAMS IN DRIVE ON:Instagram: http://www.in