Wow, what an amazing woman I had the privilege of meeting recently. She and I sat down to discuss her life and how the journey of pursuing her passion and purpose has been a part of her world for quite a while now. The fabulous woman I speaking about is the tenacious and smart business woman, Kim Jacobs. Kim is a TV show host, wife, mother, and astute business woman. She is by far one of the most humbling yet powerful women I’ve met in a long time. Her presence and voice are strong and assured.
Her story is fascinating. She talks about getting a degree in broadcasting and going to work for corporate America afterwards. She made great money and had wonderful benefits. During our time together she explains the reason(s) for going into to corporate America in the first place. I found her response very familiar. I’m sure you’ll recognize yourself or someone you know when you hear it.
I was struck when she shared how she made the transition from making big bucks in corporate to living her purpose on Daily Balance with Kim on PBS. Her message is perfect for those of you who want to create a winning 2010. Most of us live in a “hopeful and wishful” world, but Kim gives great examples of how to make life happen rather than letting life happen.
Kim’s passion is still unfolding. She will appear on Charlotte Today, a new lifestyles/entertainment program, on WCNC – TV, Charlotte North Carolina where she will co-host the show the week of March 22, 2010.
On February 16th, she will appear with myself on Charlotte Today as a panelist discussing women’s issues and on February 18th, she will be speaking at our P3 Power Boost For Women on the Edge of a Spiritual Awakening.
When you speak your vision out loud, miraculous things happen. Listen as Kim shares her jewels of wisdom, along with her best advice and two quotes to live by.
Sit back and enjoy my time with Kim. Bring your note pad and your favorite drink. You’ll be glad you did. Lisa Thomas
I had a chance to speak with the young star carrying a voice bigger than life and a humbling spirit, Ms. Coco McMillan. I was so elated by her poised, graceful presence as we spoke candidly about her life. Coco is an inspiration for anyone trying to find the hidden answers within to who you really are.
Coco has been singing for many years which started at a young age. She shares about her young years singing in a group formed by her grandmother.
Later in life Coco found herself singing in the background of legendary Gerald Levert after he discovered her and two other friends while in Raleigh, NC. During her stint with Gerald she describes her experiences of meeting the likes of Michael Jackson and Patti Labelle.
It would seem that a dream of being on tour and meeting these incredible performers would be the highlight of her vision and dream, but Coco shares with us the moment she found her truest voice, her truest self; a new vision.
How often are we faced with a big decision; one that affects every aspect of our lives? How often does the question arise, do I keep going in the direction that is most comfortable, most lucrative, most self fulfilling or do I follow my inner voice, the truest essence of who I really am?
Coco McMillan is Stellar Music Award Nominee New Artist of the Year, singing for a new audience. How did she make the leap?
Listen on our my candid interview with the rising star Coco McMillan.
Find out more about Coco at http://www.CocoMcMillan.com
CoCo McMillan is a national gospel artist originally from St. Pauls, North Carolina and a graduate of Shaw University in Raleigh, North Carolina.
CoCo brings you a siren, contemporary sound that attracts fans from all walks of life. Her unique music and voice minister to not only your mind but deep within your soul.
She shared the stage on various performances for 11 years as back-up singer for Gerald Levert. She also performed with other artist such as Miki Howard, Aaliyah, The Ojays and many others. Nevertheless, during these high profile performances, CoCo has always managed to keep God first in her life. Her spiritual commitment is so strong that she is now working in her own ministry.
In 2004, CoCo won the “Next Gospel Star Competition” in Raleigh, North Carolina. This experience parlayed her into sharing the stage with Kim Burrell, Beverly Crawford, Shirley Ceasar, The Mississippi Mass Choir, Kurt Karr, Byron Cage and many other artists.
CoCo performed for “Unity in the Community” sponsored by Radio One. She also performed at the 2009 Lamp Lightner Award Event with Gospel Recording Artist, Gerald Hinton.
In 2009, CoCo released her 1st debut album titled “I’ve Been Delivered” where she has a hot single with Gerald Levert, titled “Through the Storm.” She is a 2010 Stellar Awards nominee for “New Artist of the Year” and she will be participating at the Stellar Awards Red Carpet Event, Award Show and other events associated with the Stellar Music Awards.
With all of her accomplishments and performances, CoCo continues to be humble and always give praise to God Almighty.
A Change Strategist and international keynote speaker and author, Edie Raether has integrated over 40 years of experience in human potential development, motivation, and behavioral psychology into a revolutionary character building program, Wings for Wishes. As president of Performance PLUS, a speaking, training, and coaching firm, Edie has empowered over 3,500 professional associations, educational organizations, and Fortune 500 companies on five continents.
Edie is an authority on the neuropsychology of achievement and brain-based performance including emotional and multiple intelligence and the concept of all kinds of minds. She draws from a width breath of professional experience including working with Dr. Lauretta Bender of the Bender Gestalt Test at an NYC children’s psychiatric hospital treating all ages from autistic children to behavioral disorders in adolescence. With a strong “wellness” orientation, Edie also worked in pediatrics and physical rehabilitation with children and youth.
For 30 years Edie maintained a private practice as a psychotherapist and marriage and family counselor where she worked with a variety of emotional, behavioral, developmental and relationship challenges. Edie was the human development coordinator for both healthcare and daycare programs at a community college, and an instructor of human dynamics, and the director of the Occupational Therapy program. Edie also hosted and produced talk show programs on radio and TV with ABC.
Edie is an expert resource for hundreds of publications such as The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Prevention, Walking, Men’s Health, Selling Power, INC magazine and Reuters. Edie has also shared the platform with such celebrities as Tom Brokaw, Patch Adams, Art Linkletter and Bob Hope.
Now in numerous countries, her four internationally acclaimed books include Winning! How Winners Think - What Champions Do and Why Cats Don’t Bark Unleash Your PowerZone: Intuitive Intelligence-The Other IQ. Edie is the recipient of the CSP, Certified Speaking Professional, the highest earned designation awarded by the National Speakers Association to fewer than 7% of its membership worldwide.
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Walking along the pier on the lake where her boat is docked, I had a fantastic conversation with amazing Edie Raether, Speaker, Author, coach. Edie is a force to be reckoned with. She’s had a practice as a successful psychotherapist and has spoken on five continents. She’s made millions, been on an ABC talk show host and radio show host in her lifetime.
Edie has seen tremendous success. She’s had it all and lost it all, but one thing has remained unmovable and unshakable; that is her vision and mission to change the way the world thinks, one mind at a time.
Edie has authored more than 5 books and is working on three others. She takes me on a journey of her life during our hour together. I knew she was full of energy and power however her passion for children and empowering others fascinated me beyond my wildest imagination. The wisdom inside of this special being is indescribable.
Holding nothing back, without one stone unturned this is undoubtedly one of the most sincere yet power, packed stories, I’ve heard in a while. She speaks fast to get it all in, but listen carefully to every word. There’s a message in each answer she gives.
Enjoy this live interview and come to see her live on November 12 at the Hilton, University Place, Charlotte, NC. What you hear here is only the beginning of what she’ll reveal there.
