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What happens when you stay committed to a goal, or to a dream? Chris Smith and his adorable family joins Shanda to show us exactly how dreams can come true if we choose to create instead of complain. They’ll fill our cups with inspiration to fuel our drive and go for our dreams no matter what. People who are just starting or are still planning to start their own business should listen to this, or anyone who just needs to realize that we can all create something wonderful if only we stop putting our plans in the backseat and just do it.   “My kids will leave our home someday with three things: they love who they are, they know who they are, and they believe in who they are. That they can go and create anything.” Chris Smith   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - How do you bring your business out to the world   - What does it take to create a family brand    - How to run a business like a team   - Why does building a business make you a better person   - What kind of skills you need to teach y

How can we take a stand and let our voices be heard in a crowd where we are treated like a minority? Be a leader! In this coffee with Shanda, Karith Foster joins in to tell us exactly why the labels people put on us are nothing compared to the labels we put on ourselves. They’ll push us out of our comfort zones, and help us see the skills and talents lurking underneath which can empower us to let go of our fears and take a brave stand. Together, let’s raise our cups and savor the fact that we, too, can all be leaders in our own ways no matter what skin color we are wearing.    “The biggest stand people can take is valuing yourself. In that process of understanding your value, your worth, and your connection to community, then you can see that in others.” -Karith Foster   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - How to turn your skills into a career   - When should leaders take a stand on their beliefs   - How are talents created   - What is the difference between a leader and a media whore   - Wh

We have this tendency to neglect our needs and settle at the bottom of our priorities because of the overwhelming demands of life, work, and our relationships with people. But, since when did it become possible to keep pouring from an empty cup? In this coffee with Shanda, she showers her audience with grace as she relives the wonders of taking some time off. She shares why building flex time for yourself is important and how the big stressors of your life are results of nothing else but your own doing. Listen now to hear how you, too, can schedule some flex time for yourself and come out a better person, full of energy to face life and realize bigger dreams.   “We put too much stress on ourselves, on the things we are doing for our lives, for our career, that we forget we are the problem because we don’t schedule grace in our lives.” -Shanda Sumpter   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - How to speak grace into your life   - Why NOT taking a break is sometimes important   - The secret to avo

Do you know there’s a foolproof method to hook your way to success by simply being the real you? In this episode, James Powell takes on the hot seat as Shanda grills him under extreme pressure to bring out his A-game, and learn how he can get his target audience ‘hooked’ on his new book, The Million Dollar Personality. She’ll reveal how an old email list can be the most reliable system to get your network rockin’, and she will teach James the formula of breaking the overwhelming numbers into smaller figures. Listen to hear how you, too, can apply this formula in your own system and tweak your million-dollar personality into existence.   “Change is not defined by time. It is based on the decisions we decide on and we don’t decide on.” -James Powell   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - How to hook your way to a hundred thousand dollar topic   - What makes a person qualified to influence people and change their perspectives   - Why disapproval doesn’t carry weight and how having thick skin bec

People always grab at the slightest chance to make money when the opportunity presents itself. But, is it possible to create cash flow when things are hard and tomorrow is uncertain? In this episode, Shanda shares how to make the most out of these uncertain times. She has a surefire way to accomplish every goal she set on her list and it’s been on her mantra since day one. Tune in now to learn how a simple calendar tracking method helped Shanda achieve her goals and how it can help you realize your goals, too.    “Whatever you track grows. You can have the best of intentions on the planet but if you don’t put it down on a calendar, and anchor in on a commitment, it doesn’t happen.” -Shanda Sumpter   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - Why we need to be a realist in a world full of Pollyannas   - If you keep living in a bubble, you’ll miss out on trends happening around you   - Why you have to put in the work to make a difference   - How to make profits from low hanging fruits   - How your ex

Five years ago, no one thought the world would be in its current condition. But, if it continues this way, where will you be in 5 years? In this Coffee with Shanda, she shares where she was when this question first came up, and how it helped lead her to where she is now. Although this question may not mean anything to some people, for others, like Shanda, it can drive them to follow their dreams. Tune in now to learn how this simple question motivated Shanda and how it can motivate you, too.    “Work on your next dream. And I’m telling you five years from now, you could be having the same conversation I’m having because my conversation and my dreams didn’t start here.” -Shanda Sumpter   Subscribe for more on iTunes! In This Episode:   - Shanda’s stretchy financial plan that will pay back later   - Why you should look into your history and how that can motivate you   - Why you HAVE to step up now while your competitors are pulling back   - How to make your dreams your comfort zone   - DO NOT LIVE ON LOGIC,

Are you using all your power trying too hard to make something work? Shanda is here to share some inspired insight on the power of letting go so you can move forward. Without becoming complacent, she wants you to use your courage and intense energy to let go and make a leap of faith. The more you lower your resistance to God’s help, the more power God will give you! God wants you to be successful so you can become a role model for others. Make room for all that Divine power inside you!   “You have the power inside of you to turn your life right-side-up right now.”   -   Shanda Sumpter   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - What to do when success is on the tip of your tongue, but you can’t reach it yet   - Your success is there to be a role model for others—let God help you!   - Think past yourself: who will benefit when you enjoy your success?   - How serving others brings you more power   - Lower your resistance to God’s power, and you will be able to move lighter through the world   - What

As we continue on our daily lives, we try to progress towards a better version of ourselves. That sense of self is based on our identities and our perception of the universe. But sometimes, we find other people that seem to have it different from what we know. How do we deal with it? Today on Coffee with Shanda, Nona Jones shares her experiences being a true Christian leader that knows her identity. She breaks the common misconceptions that Christians have on politics, societal norms, and the way they perceive the people around them. If you’re not a Christian, Nona also gives us the fundamentals to be able to support one another in harmony.   “There are no amount of statistics we can provide that will tear down racism. It has to be torn down in the spirit realm.” -       Nona Jones   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode: - Creating systems and products to help people of faith. - Identifying as a Christian. Be authentic to who you are! It allows others to see the truth. - Decoupling justice from

The Scared Child Within with Tana Amen No matter how different we all turn out to be, just remember that we all started the same at one point in our lives. We’ve all been scared children. With that mindset, you will be better equipped to understand the people around you. Today on Coffee with Shanda, Tana Amen shares her experiences on learning resilience, fighting unnecessary anger, and nurturing your faith. She also talks about the science behind your brain on why you feel certain emotions, or why others don’t feel the same things as you do. “As a healer, you don't get to choose. You made a vow to take care of people.” - Tana Amen   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode: -We all started in the same place at one time. We all have the scared child within us. -The science behind dark thoughts discovered from scanning murderers’ brains. -Getting over the fear of being criticized. -Creating results for yourself while handling stress and pressure. -How water is crucial to brain health. Be careful a

When we were young, our worst fears could usually be taken care of by our parents or guardians. Now that we have families and children that need the money we make, it’s you against the unknown. Today on the podcast, Shanda gives the secrets to dealing with fear and how you can continue doing your calling without getting distracted. She gets into reducing the pressure you’re in, accepting uncomfortable situations, the need to be vulnerable, and why you should take risks. Remember, fear takes us out of the game! “If fear is bigger than your vision, then fear ends up beating you out.” -       Shanda Sumpter   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - Reducing the fear inside. How can you avoid getting distracted by it?   - The truth that comfortability does not land in massive amounts of success.   - Nobody can motivate you as you do. If you want the formula, do the work.   - Leaders always pull people up with them and are never too busy to help others.   - Life is unfair. That’s how everything works

With the increase of attention to the Black Lives Matter movement, many people, especially people of influence, share their thoughts and take a stand for justice. However, because of our differences, there are some traces of ignorance that still cause us to unconsciously step on others as we try to do what is right. Today on the podcast, Eva Medilek shares her take on the issue and sheds light on things we have to know to understand what hurting people need. Let’s listen, be open to change, and tune in to what Eva has for us!   “We are not okay, but we understand the heart of our allies.” -       Eva Medilek   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - How to do the right thing, listen, and understand what other people need   - Why are we feeling hurt and wanting to fix things ourselves?   - How can we be present in the situation around the “Black Lives Matter” movement?   - The definition of anti-racism and the importance of being intentional   - The value of being open to feedback and asking ques

Whether you’re an influencer with a big platform or a regular person with a small platform, you need to use your voice. In today’s episode, Shanda shares her opinions on current issues in America and she gives advice on how to get more people to participate in protests and movements. Shanda also digs deep into why people on social media dislike you if you have different beliefs and how that has prevented people from using their voice. She explains why using anger is not going to solve issues, but your voice and your actions will. Tune in and learn how you can make a difference in your community and in the world.   “Let’s start using our voice in the moments we want to hold back.” - Shanda Sumpter   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - How social media has kept you from voicing your opinion and why Donald Trump’s new law will help you   - How you can help your community and make it a better/safer place   - Why rioting and looting is not going to change America   - It’s too late for George Floy

Has this pandemic forced you to reevaluate your life? As people begin realizing that this will never be over, they have to think “Who am I going to be?” and  “What am I going to do?” Today on Coffee with Shanda, Paul Martinelli joins her as they discuss the difference between being and doing. People have goals and in order to achieve them, they must consider who they need to be right now. As time goes on, life will never be how it was before the coronavirus so you have to adapt. Tune in and let Shanda and Paul show you what it is to be.    “Belief drives behavior” -   Paul Martinelli   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - What started Paul’s multimillion-dollar companies   - Why you should NOT “fake it ‘til you make it”   - How failing can lead you to success and why you will do it often   - The difference between cyclical change and structural change    - Why Paul gave his product away for free and how it quadrupled his sales   Connect with Paul:   - Event - https://www.yourempowered.life/  

We all need a small push and a lot of confidence when trying to start a business because it doesn’t always work. On this Coffee with Shanda, Russell Brunson joins her to remind you that it will take time for your business to take off and that consistency should be your priority. Russell has built a following of over one million entrepreneurs, sold hundreds of thousands of copies of his books, and co-founded the fastest-growing non-venture backed software company in the world. But that didn’t happen overnight. Today, he shares how he started ClickFunnels, and all of his failures prior to that. Join them and discover the real key to a successful business.   “Yeah, it’s gonna take a little bit of time and energy, but anything takes that skill set.”   - Russell Brunson   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - How focusing on only one project changed Russell’s life and why you should do it too   - Why you should do webinars and how they will bring you new clients   - Why you have to move your busine

Is the fear of the unknown keeping you from changing your life? You’re not alone. However, the ‘unknown’ is the next step in your life; and you should be going towards it rather than running from it. On today’s episode of Coffee with Shanda, David Bayer joins her to discuss what the unknown holds and why a schedule may not work for you. Constantly beating yourself up for small things will only make your inner critic bigger and louder. Grab a pen and paper and learn how to work with the unknown and your inner critic to get to the next step in your life.   “That’s where the next level of you is, it’s always in the unknown.” -   David Bayer   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - What personal development is and how it is helping us grow   - How life is just a Chinese Finger Trap and how to work your way out of it   - What to do when you feel bad and why untrue thoughts are the cause of it   - The process to stop letting yourself off the hook   - Why you need to take time for yourself and how it

During times of uncertainty, we are presented with life-changing choices - Fear or Faith, Indecision or Urgency, Failure or Innovation. Today, Shanda asks us to consider how the crisis outside might be influencing our success. Are you getting trapped in old patterns? Are there forces in your life stealing your peace? How might we push through and allow the pressure of this moment grow our success?    “There’s patterns that we all have. We get caught in our life and we don’t really notice how these patterns are preventing us from creating the most incredible work we could ever create. We are at the center of the success or lack of success that we have right now.” - Shanda Sumpter   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - Changing your mindset to change your path   - Identifying moments of opportunity in times of chaos   - Overcoming panic and fostering urgency   - Developing your strategy and defining your success story   - Transitioning and innovating your business during COVID-19   Resources:

Raising cash is fun! In this episode, Shanda chats with Karen Cahn, founder and CEO of iFundWomen, a startup funding platform. Karen shares her proven strategy for making money, maximizing crowdfunding, and building confidence. She also digs into the importance of knowing how to pivot and hanging out people who are already bringing in the dough. Tune in and get comfortable; Karen’s advice is going to turn your dream into a reality with the cash you need.    “Those are the entrepreneurs that win: it’s about resilience, it’s about grit, and it’s about the ability to pivot.” -  Karen Cahn   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - iFundWomen’s model for raising cash for women   - Tips for successful crowdfunding   - Cash is fun! Hear Karen’s cash-raising advice   - How to build your self-confidence   - Why you need to hang out with people who are making money   Resources:   - IFundWomen: https://ifundwomen.com/   - IFundWomen on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ifundwomen   - IFundWomen on Instagram: ht

Do you ever get a gut feeling or hear someone telling you to do something in your head? In this episode, Shanda talks to Shawn Bolz who explains the importance of understanding scripture. Shawn shares several experiences where he proves God is that voice in your head. Join them to learn more about your relationship with God.   “I wanted to hear from God more directly, I didn’t want to be unsure if it was my voice or his voice, and scripture was doing it for me.” -Shanda Sumpter   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In This Episode:   - Shawns’ Words of Knowledge   - Why we should be learning how to listen   - Why you should pray for Donald Trump   - Understanding God’s tool belt   - How to connect your relationship with God Resources:   - God Secrets by Shawn Bolz - https://bolzministries.com/product/god-secrets/   Connect with Shawn Bolz:   - E-courses - https://courses.bolzministries.com/   - Website - https://bolzministries.com/   Connect with Shanda:   - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HeartCoreBusiness/

Being stuck at home and unclear on your next steps can be daunting. In today’s episode, Shanda explains why everything is in a heightened sense of urgency and provides some useful tips for what you can be doing as an entrepreneur. She digs into whether you should be pivoting your business, how you can help others, and why you should get yourself into a good culture. Tune in and learn how you can be one of the people continuing to rise despite these uncertain times.   “Generosity creates community. When we are in contribution, we feel fulfillment.” - Shanda Sumpter   Subscribe for more on iTunes! In this Episode:   - What you can do while you’re stuck at home   - Why you should never stop growing your business   - What really markets a business and why it matters   - Your WHAT could be somebody else’s WHY   - An important announcement from Shanda on her guests for this week     Connect with Shanda:   - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HeartCoreBusiness/?__tn__=%2CdkC-R&eid=ARAOYqWIAlwV8ne7kb7WZmlJjSRf

Still wondering why now is the best time to start a business? Due to the pandemic and the lockdown, it has become apparent how uncomfortable things can get quickly. Your ability to act on such circumstances determines how you’re going to get through it. It is imperative that you’re able to pivot. In today’s Coffee with Shanda, Deborah Hurwitz joins her as they talk about the reason why being on lockdown is an opportunity for you to create engagements, make a profit, and effectively pivot amidst challenges. The way that we process what’s going on determines what our story is, and we’re writing our story right now.   “It is appropriate to respond in some way. You’re going to keep breathing anyway. So how are you going to breathe?” - Deborah Hurwitz   Subscribe for more on iTunes!   In this Episode:   - What started Deborah’s online business   - The way she handled the postponed event due to the lockdown   - How she was able to make five figures in one week   - The positive effects you get when you take opportu