430: Pause Or Push? How To Honor The Season You’re In Without Guilt
Release Date: 07/14/2025
432: After The Dream - When You've Done The Thing, What Comes Next? w/ Keyaira Boone
Dreams In Drive
You hit the goal. You accomplished the thing you’ve been working so hard for. But then… the quiet sets in. And you’re left asking: What comes next? In this week’s episode of the Dreams In Drive podcast, I sit down with writer and author Keyaira Boone to explore what life looks like after the dream. From landing her dream job at Essence to navigating pandemic pivots, Keyaira shares the lessons she’s learned about self-worth, burnout, and staying in alignment when the path ahead isn’t clear. If you're in a season of transition—or redefining what success means to you—this episode...
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431: Am I A Lost Cause... Or Is My Dream Just Evolving?
Dreams In Drive
What if the dream you started chasing… no longer fits the version of you you've become? In this vulnerable solo episode, host Rana Campbell asks the question many careerists, creatives, entrepreneurs, and mothers wrestle with in silence: Am I a lost cause, or is my dream simply evolving? She reflects on what it means to grow, shift, and shed old definitions of success — and why it’s okay if your dream doesn’t look like it used to. If you've ever felt stuck, burned out, or uncertain about your next step, this one’s for you. 🎙️ Tune in as Rana shares: The emotional weight of...
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430: Pause Or Push? How To Honor The Season You’re In Without Guilt
Dreams In Drive
Have you ever felt guilty for slowing down — like you should always be hustling, grinding, harvesting results? The truth is, your dream has seasons. Sometimes it’s time to push hard, take big risks, and go all in. Other times, it’s a season to pause, plant seeds, regroup, or simply rest. In this solo episode of Dreams In Drive, I’m diving into how to recognize the season your dream is in, why a pause isn’t quitting, and how to give yourself permission to move at the pace that’s right for you — without guilt. We’ll explore: ✨ Why your dream can’t be in “go mode” all year...
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429: 6 Ways To Stop Procrastinating And Finally Take Action On Your Dreams
Dreams In Drive
In this episode you'll learn why you procrastinate and how to finally take action on your dreams. I share 6 powerful tips from my own experience that can help you overcome the blocks holding you back & get you on the path to start building today. Listen now! Links & Resources: Follow Rana on Instagram: Join the Dreams In Drive community: Subscribe & leave a review if this episode resonates!
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428: Rewrite Your Narrative - The RealReal Founder Julie Wainwright on Resilience, Reinvention, Starting Over At Any Age
Dreams In Drive
What does it take to bounce back from public failure and start a billion-dollar company in your 50s? In this deeply honest and inspiring episode of Dreams In Drive, Julie Wainwright—founder of The RealReal and current CEO of Ahara—gets real about her unconventional journey through entrepreneurship, personal reinvention, and the power of owning your story. Julie opens up about her childhood shaped by her mother’s chronic illness, and how that early responsibility lit the fire for her fierce independence and creative drive. We dive into the rise and fall of Pets.com, how she survived the...
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428: Rewrite Your Narrative - The RealReal Founder Julie Wainwright on Resilience, Reinvention, Starting Over At Any Age
Dreams In Drive
hat does it take to bounce back from public failure and start a billion-dollar company in your 50s? In this deeply honest and inspiring episode of Dreams In Drive, Julie Wainwright—founder of The RealReal and current CEO of Ahara—gets real about her unconventional journey through entrepreneurship, personal reinvention, and the power of owning your story. Julie opens up about her childhood shaped by her mother’s chronic illness, and how that early responsibility lit the fire for her fierce independence and creative drive. We dive into the rise and fall of Pets.com, how she survived the...
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427: Love, Loss & Legacy - Chantal Rochelle on Turning Grief Into Purpose And Writing Her First Book
Dreams In Drive
In this heartfelt episode of Dreams In Drive, host Rana Campbell sits down with Chantal Rochelle — creative producer, marketing strategist, and now debut children’s book author — to discuss the powerful inspiration behind her new book, Where Did Grandma Go?. Chantal opens up about the experience of losing her mother, how that grief shaped her personal and creative journey, and what it took to bring a meaningful story about love, memory, and healing to life. A Shorty Award finalist, Webby Award nominee, and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, Chantal has long been a force in media — and this...
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426: How To Create Your Personal Joy List |After Show w/ Kristen Carter
Dreams In Drive
In this special bonus after-show segment from episode 425, our conversation with Kristen Carter continues as she shares an intimate and powerful tool she uses to stay grounded and joyful—her personal Joy List. In this short conversation, Kristen breaks down how she created her list, why it matters, and how you can start building your own. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of a pick-me-up, this quick episode will inspire you to reconnect with what truly brings you joy. Listen in and be inspired to create your own joy list today. JOIN THE WEEKLY DREAMS IN DRIVE...
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425: How Choosing Joy Changed Kristen Carter’s Life & Career Journey
Dreams In Drive
Toay we’re welcoming back a very special guest: executive producer, entrepreneur, and educator Kristen Carter! If you haven’t already, make sure to check out episode 156 for Kristen’s powerful story on how she got her start in media and carved her unique path in the industry. Since we last spoke, Kristen has continued to break creative ground — most recently serving as Showrunner and Executive Producer for the PBS gospel concert special GOSPEL Live! Presented by Henry Louis Gates, Jr., featuring performances from John Legend, Erica Campbell, and Anthony Hamilton. In this episode,...
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424: Build Without Burnout: The Power of Micro Dreams and Small Wins
Dreams In Drive
Discover how micro dreams—small, focused goals—can help you build your vision without burnout. Start making real progress with less pressure. We’re often told to go big or go home — but what if the real power move is thinking smaller? In this solo episode, host Rana Campbell explores the concept of micro dreams — the bite-sized, focused goals that help keep momentum alive without overwhelming your spirit. Whether you’re stuck in perfection paralysis, burnt out from hustle culture, or simply unsure of your next step, this episode will help you reframe how you define progress. Rana...
info_outlineHave you ever felt guilty for slowing down — like you should always be hustling, grinding, harvesting results? The truth is, your dream has seasons.
Sometimes it’s time to push hard, take big risks, and go all in. Other times, it’s a season to pause, plant seeds, regroup, or simply rest.
In this solo episode of Dreams In Drive, I’m diving into how to recognize the season your dream is in, why a pause isn’t quitting, and how to give yourself permission to move at the pace that’s right for you — without guilt.
We’ll explore:
✨ Why your dream can’t be in “go mode” all year long
✨ How to know if it’s time to push or time to pull back
✨ Why honoring your season actually accelerates your growth
✨ A personal challenge to help you get clear on where you are right now
Your journey is yours — and your timing doesn’t have to match anyone else’s.
🎧 Tune in and let’s figure out what season you’re in together.
Then DM me @dreamsindrive and tell me: Are you pushing, planting, or pausing? I want to support you.
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