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Dreams In Drive

Release Date: 08/11/2024

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Dreams In Drive

As I continue to mourn the loss of my beloved father, I want to re-visit some of the priceless life lessons he's taught me that will continue to shape my #dreamdriving journey ahead. Please listen, reflect, and share with anyone who needs some words of wisdom. *SUBSCRIBE TO THE ROAD TRIP NEWSLETTER:  *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

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Dreams In Drive

Last week, I experienced my biggest life tragedy to date, what I believe to be the worst week of my life. In memorial of my late father, please listen in as I recount a drive we took together & the lesson that will stay with me for the rest of my days. Hold your loved ones close and show gratitude for the space they take in your life. No day is promised. *SUBSCRIBE TO THE ROAD TRIP NEWSLETTER:  *Follow Dreams In Drive on Social: *http://twitter.com/dreamsindrive *http://instagram.com/dreamsindrive *Follow Rana on Social: *http://instagram.com/rainshineluv...

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Dreams In Drive

I did something new this week - and I'm so proud of myself. Listen in as I take you on a little drive as I open up about my past year working with a business mentor, and the biggest realization I've come to about what it truly takes to seek and see real change along the #dreamdriving journey. *SUBSCRIBE TO THE ROAD TRIP NEWSLETTER:  *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  

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Dreams In Drive

I did something new this week - and I'm so proud of myself. Listen in as I take you on a little drive as I open up about my past year working with a business mentor, and the biggest realization I've come to about what it truly takes to seek and see real change along the #dreamdriving journey. *SUBSCRIBE TO THE ROAD TRIP NEWSLETTER:  *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  

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Dreams In Drive

This week we have NYC-based marketing professional and  TikToker Laura Flescher on the show! Laura shares how she built her film & tv platform Not So Critically Acclaimed to over 268K+ followers. She details her mindset and how she grew it from the ground up (without any contacts or prior experience in the entertainment industry) and all that she is doing to fuel growth and brand partnership opportunities for herself.  We also dive into the uniqueness of Not So Critically Acclaimed's origin story. She  shares her experience of starting the platform during her...

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Dreams In Drive

I've been scared of going to the dentist my entire life. Childhood visits usually ended in full blown tears and panic attacks. As an adult, the same fear remained. A recent dental emergency that I COULD NOT avoid made me realize how much this fear (and many other fears) can be crippling and causing me more harm than good. While avoidance may be short-term gratifying, its long-term effects are REAL. On this episode, I dive into how conquering this fear of getting my wisdom teeth pulled has really caused a shift in my perspective on community, personal strength, goal-setting, and what it takes...

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Dreams In Drive

Listen in as DJ David Victor shares the story behind his creative career. From viral social content to a thriving DJ career and full-time job in tech...how does he do it all? How many times has a sick DJ mash-up made you stop in your tracks and just vibe out? That's what happens when I hear a DJ David dance mix. I can't remember how I first stumbled across his content on social media, but once I did, I was hooked and have been following his growth ever since. It was a pleasure to have him on the podcast to talk about the the story behind his viral dance parties (Club 1BD), social media...

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Who knew a train ride could reveal so much... Do you believe in fate? A higher power directing you? Or, are things just a coincidence? On this episode of the podcast, I talk about a recent series of events that left me a bit shaken up, but validated AND also convinced that this was the SIGN I needed to trust the need for change and intentionality in my life. Listen in as I walk you through what happened and why I think it's so important to keep the momentum going when things like this happen in your life. *SUBSCRIBE TO "THE KEYS" NEWSLETTER:  *Follow Dreams In Drive on Social:...

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403: From Personal Setbacks to Professional Triumphs - How To Build A Career On Your Own Terms w/ Taiia Smart Young show art 403: From Personal Setbacks to Professional Triumphs - How To Build A Career On Your Own Terms w/ Taiia Smart Young

Dreams In Drive

Join me in this inspiring episode featuring Taiia Smart Young, a dynamic book coach, writing consultant and story strategist. She teaches coaches, consultants, speakers and entrepreneurs how to use their expertise and experiences to write and self-publish brand-building, sticky stories that make bank. Taiia shares her journey of moving from neutral to thriving, emphasizing the importance of support, staying attuned to trends, and building a strong personal brand. We discuss the evolution of Taiia’s brand, the lessons learned from setbacks, and how rejection can be a powerful setup for new...

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What do you do when have a job interview coming up, but you have no idea how to be confident, smartly prepare, or leave a lasting impression? Listen in as host Rana Campbell shares her favorite tips for interviewees looking to have successful interviews where they walk away feeling good about the next steps...and hopefully help land the job! Whether you're in the market for a new gig or simply need to practice your interviewing skills, these tips will set you apart and help set you up for success in any kind of interview scenario! Plus, Rana sprinkles in a bit of her personal real-life...

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Listen in as Afro Unicorn founder April Showers details the path and journey she took to being the first black woman to own a licensed character brand being sold in major retailers across the country in over 20+ categories.

If you want to make an impact, you gotta put that pedal to the metal. Marathon Mindset. Period.

Some of the things we talk about in this episode include:
- How growing up in Los Angeles influenced April's early hustler mentality
- What April's former careers in real estate and insurance taught her about business
- April's initial business trajectory...and how that changed
- How Walmart got interested in the brand and how April scaled Afro Unicorn
- The power of character licensing and why Afro Unicorn has the potential to be a billion dollar business
- Why having a marathon mindset is key for success...and more!

Note: this episode first aired in October 2023.

 

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