Episode #29 - Developing and Refining Your Vision with Denise Montgomery
Create Your Own Economy with Bunmi Ajibade
Release Date: 04/18/2023
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The process of bringing your ideas to life requires dedication and persistence. Whether you're looking to break free from the 9-5 grind or generate some extra income with a side hustle, it all starts with taking that first step. Having a brilliant idea is one thing, but putting it down on paper and taking action is what brings it to life.
Denise Montgomery, an educator, writer, and public speaker, guides you on how to develop and polish your talents. In this episode she shares insights on incubating ideas and transforming them into reality. The discussion also covers tips on how to stop complaining about your job and start owning your ideas. Learn how to get the support you need to make your dreams a reality and create your own economy!
Let’s jump in!
Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:
[05:10] Working for yourself, why it’s harder but more rewarding.
[09:32] How did Denise discover her writing passion and learning curve?
[13:42] Practical tips on how to nurture and refines your gift.
[22:47] Why do you need to incubate your idea until it’s ready to own it?
[31:38] Denise's advice on how to bring your ideas to light and fruition.
About Denise Montgomery -
Denise Montgomery is an educator, writer, and public speaker. Her love for reading and writing began at an early age. In 2012 she published her first fiction novel, The Blessing, an intriguing story of suspense and love gone wrong. She is also the author of two children’s books, Farmer Brown and Lady Madelyn the Children’s Story, and her most recent book, I Want to Go, based on a true-life experience. Her second fiction novel, The Setup, was published in 2015. Her most recent book, The Blind Spot, was published in 2022.
Denise works in the community as an advocate for domestic violence and homeless individuals.
Denise Montgomery is a Texas native. She grew up in a large family. Her mother, a single parent, worked as a nurse. Denise was educated in Dallas Public Schools. After graduating, she obtained a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences and a Master of Education from Texas Woman’s University.
How to connect with Denise Montgomery:
Website: www.denisemontgomery.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisem2016/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denise.montgomery2
About Bunmi Ajibade -
Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success.
Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful.
Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions.
Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA.
How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade:
Website: https://clarolegr.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14
Book a call with Bunmi - http://clarolegr.com/meet