Breast Cancer Changed My Story, Not My Strength
Sistahs Connect®
In this episode of Community Conversations, guest host Danni Hadnott, President of the Hadnott Foundation, sits down with Cynthia Smalls, founder of Melanin Pink Ribbons, breast cancer survivor, author, and advocate, for an honest conversation about breast cancer, survivorship, advocacy, and the importance of Black women having open conversations about their health. Cynthia shares how an ordinary annual mammogram led to a breast cancer diagnosis in 2016 and how her experience inspired her to create Melanin Pink Ribbons after realizing how little representation she saw for Black women in the...
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Beyond Work-Life Balance: Sandi Edghill on Wellness, Identity and Redefining Success
Sistahs Connect®
In this episode of Sistahs Connect, Kimberly sits down with Sandi Edghill, Executive Work-Life Wellness Coach and founder of Sandi’s Edge, for an honest conversation about redefining success, prioritizing yourself, and discovering who you are beyond your roles and responsibilities. Sandi shares why she believes work-life balance is a myth, how women can lose themselves while pursuing success, and why lasting change begins with looking inward. In This Episode • Work life balance vs. work life wellness • Redefining success on your own terms • Finding your identity beyond your titles and...
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Pivoting with Purpose: Resilience, STEM Education, and the Power of Saying Yes with Yvonne Thevenot
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In this episode, we welcome Yvonne Thevenot, founder of STEM Kids NYC, whose extraordinary journey will leave you inspired and motivated. From surviving breast cancer and going through a divorce to leaving a successful corporate career, Yvonne shares how she followed her heart, reclaimed her peace, and turned her passion for education and STEM into a thriving nonprofit that’s transforming the lives of Black and Brown children across NYC and New Jersey. She opens up about the life-altering moments that led to her career pivot, the love for teaching that fuels her every step, and how her...
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Her Business Blueprint - Coming Soon!
Sistahs Connect®
Her Business Blueprint officially launches in January 2025. Welcome to "Her Business Blueprint"! Hey everyone! I have a new podcast downloading soon called Her Business Blueprint which builds on the foundation I created with Sistahs Connect®. Her Business Blueprint focuses on the entrepreneurial journey. Each episode will feature honest reflections with women solopreneurs who have turned their passions into purpose-driven, profitable businesses. These are women I deeply admire: founders whose journeys inspire me, whose businesses I proudly support, and whose stories I believe can...
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Live From the 3rd Annual Women In Wellness Summit
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of attending the 3rd Annual at as a media host. The summit's theme was Intentional Living, and it was a wonderful opportunity to connect with inspiring panelists and attendees, including Iyanna Anderson, the founder of Well Together. Iyanna shared her hopes for how women would feel during and after the event, emphasizing empowerment and clarity around their goals and vision for intentional living. She stressed the importance of connecting with others in the room for support and accountability. Well Together is a wellness consulting company that...
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From Curiosity to Calling: Iyana Anderson On Becoming A Wellness Advocate
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In today’s episode, we reflect on some of the insightful moments shared by Iyana Anderson, the founder of , a wellness consulting company with a vision to introduce accessible, inclusive, and equitable wellness culture to communities and organizations. She shares what led her to become a wellness advocate. Iyana's interest in understanding human behavior started during her undergraduate studies in psychology. She was curious about why people behave the way they do, which sparked her passion for understanding behavior. During her psychology studies, Iyana had reservations about mental health....
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Empowering Harlem: A Conversation with the Owners of Carriage Suite
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In this episode, join me as I sit down with Patricia Karizma Bivens and Robin Bullock, the dynamic co-owners of , a unique boutique located in the vibrant neighborhood of Harlem, NY. Carriage Suite is not your average baby carriage store; it's a community hub where families come together and find more than just baby gear. Patricia and Robin are passionate about creating a welcoming space where families can shop for baby carriages while also accessing valuable resources. Their commitment to supporting mothers and families is evident in every aspect of their business. During our conversation,...
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Building a Business on Mutual Respect
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Today's message comes from Patricia Bivens, co-owner of The Carriage Suite, the premier black-owned luxury baby carriage boutique in Harlem, New York. Patricia reflects on the love and mutual respect she shares with her business partner, Robin. Despite warnings from others that conflicts were inevitable in business partnerships, Patricia and Robin have maintained a strong, respectful relationship. They support each other's decisions and give each other space to learn from mistakes without judgment. Their partnership is built on unspoken trust and understanding. They have developed a deep bond...
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Jamie Watkins Shares Her Pursuit To Happiness
Sistahs Connect®
In this episode, Jamie Watkins opens up about her journey to finding happiness and self-love. Born and raised in Central Jersey, Jamie's path to happiness was influenced by the tragic passing of her brother when she was just nine years old. This early loss taught her the fragility of life and instilled in her a desire for a fulfilling life. Jamie's journey led her accomplishing many of her personal milestones. However, these achievements did not bring her the happiness she had hoped for. Instead, she found herself in a toxic marriage, realizing that she had never taken the time to truly know...
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Precious Williams the Killer Pitch Master
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Toady's Moment To Reflect features Precious L. Williams, aka the #KillerPitchMaster. She's the CEO of Perfect Pitches by Precious, a 13-time national elevator pitch champion, serial entrepreneur, international speaker, and 3-time #1 bestselling author. Connect with Precious at The Podcast To Empower Challenge helps women with an inspiring message to launch a podcast with confidence in 4 weeks or less with an easy-to-follow self-paced course and bi-monthly virtual group coaching sessions. If you're interested in receiving notifications about the official launch, to sign up.
info_outlineIn today’s milestone episode, we cover being unapologetic at 50 with Sharon Fields. Sharon is the founder of Beautiful Curves 365 and host of the Unapologetic @ 50 podcast. At Beautiful Curves 365 she mentors women on how to get unstuck and inspires them to become the healthiest version of themselves - inside and out!
With insights Sharon has gained throughout her life, she has made it her mission to inspire black women over 50 to celebrate themselves and achieve their goals. She believes that “this is about being 50 and fabulous. The goal is to celebrate life, celebrate who you are and the things that you’ve been through.”
Episode Highlights:
3:20 - Starting Over and Supporting Each Other During Difficult Times
How can we support each other and connect during this pandemic? How can we overcome and learn from tough life events later in life? Sharon and I talk about our friendship and how we can support each other during difficult times.
6:00 - Give Yourself Permission to Take Care of Yourself
How can you help others while being vulnerable at the same time? Do you confide in others about your worries and struggles? For even more of Sharon’s insights, listen to episode 36 of Sistahs Connect Moment To Reflect - Guard Your Thoughts and Unplug:
8:50 - Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
How can stepping out of your comfort zone improve your mindset? Why should we be open to new opportunities later in life? What does being 50 and unapologetic look like? Sharon speaks about the benefits of revising an old hobby or learning a new skill over the age of 50.
13:00 - Celebrate Your Body and Mind
How can we learn to accept and love our bodies? Can we move forward and celebrate our bodies as we age? Sharon’s inspirational thoughts on body positivity can teach you how to find love for yourself from within.
15:30 - Final Takeaways About Being Unapologetic @ 50
Sharon explains how her mindset has changed since being 50 and how she navigates her new job and being an entrepreneur.
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