The Dream and Thrive Podcast

The Dream and Thrive podcast is for women over 40 who are building brands aligned with their purpose so they will thrive. The show features insight and interviews covering topics specific to building an authentic brand. Listen to Franka’s vulnerable and encouraging take on what it means to thrive while pursuing your dreams.

Episode 21: Living Wholistically Well with LaShanna Leonard Moore 09/01/2022

Episode 21: Living Wholistically Well with LaShanna Leonard Moore In this episode of the Dream + Thrive Podcast I have a conversation with wellness advocate, health and wellness coach, and my personal naturopathic healer, LaShanna Leonard Moore about what it means to live holistically well in today's diet-obsessed culture so you can thrive in the body that you've been given. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/24154062

Episode 20: Getting Unstuck and Off the Porch with Alicia Booker 05/26/2022

Episode 20: Getting Unstuck and Off the Porch with Alicia Booker In this episode, I have an honest conversation with the creator of the Getting Off the Porch framework, Alicia Booker, a transformational coach who helps her clients get unstuck so they can live, authentic and fulfilling lives. We talk about the main reasons women seek out coaching, what the process looks like for most of her clients, and what she is doing today to live a life that helps her to thrive. Alicia exudes joy and I know you will learn so much from her wholehearted approach to living. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/23163257

Episode 19: Copywriting with Lauren Jefferson 05/21/2022

Episode 19: Copywriting with Lauren Jefferson In this episode, I have a conversation with Lauren Jefferson, the Co-Founder of FocusCopy, a copywriting company located in Houston, TX. We talk about her unusual path to becoming a copywriter and business owner, how she is growing the business and what she is doing that helps her thrive. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/23158637

Episode 18: What's Really Going On In The Digital Marketing Industry 05/03/2022

Episode 18: What's Really Going On In The Digital Marketing Industry In part 2 of this two-part conversation, Tameka Allen is back again and this time we discuss how the online digital marketing community has impacted black creators. We were once again transparent and honest about how we felt about some of the things we have been seeing. It's a very revealing and honest conversation. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/20968793

Episode 17: Doing DEI Work and Charting a New Way Forward 11/10/2021

Episode 17: Doing DEI Work and Charting a New Way Forward On this week’s episode, I have a meaningful and raw conversation with Beverly Jurenko, a DEI consultant and the owner of Inside Edge Consulting Group. Beverly and I discuss the state of diversity post the racial reckoning in our country last summer, how she navigates in this space as a white, SIS, female, what it truly means to be an ally, and so much more. It was a conversation I wanted to have because so many white people say they shouldn't speak up about DEI or involve themselves because it's not about them, that it's not their problem, but here is a woman that was not only willing to dive into doing this work, but she wanted to be a part of the solution. I was intrigued about her journey and how she charted her course forward. I hope you will keep an open mind and heart as you listen and let us know what you think. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/21114386

Episode 16: What's Really Going On In The Digital Marketing Industry 10/13/2021

Episode 16: What's Really Going On In The Digital Marketing Industry In part 1 of a two-part conversation, I speak to Tameka Allen, a seasoned digital marketer, online course consultant, & founder of Allen Digital Group about what's really going on in the online digital marketing community. It's an approximately $140 billion industry and there's a lot more to it than meets the eye. We didn't hold back at all in our observations of some of the questionable practices we see that may be leading creatives to make decisions that adversely impact their businesses and ultimately their lives. Listen in to this very raw and honest conversation with two women who have a passion for helping business owners to not only succeed but to thrive. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/20803382

Episode 15: Should You Niche or Go Broad When Building Your Brand? 05/18/2021

Episode 15: Should You Niche or Go Broad When Building Your Brand? In this episode, I answer the question of whether you should niche or go broad. I discuss the reasons why one will help you stand out and how it all starts with knowing and trusting yourself. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/19150742

Episode 14: Conversation about Friendship, Fitness and Business 05/01/2021

Episode 14: Conversation about Friendship, Fitness and Business Think women can’t work together? Not so. These two amazing women show that not only can women work together but they can thrive and build an amazing business in the process. That’s exactly why I wanted you to meet Kelli Barrett and Amy Ortmann, the two amazing women behind . Not only are they building a great business, but they also have an energized and engaged community of men and women they call #Blasters. On this episode, they have a lot to say about getting healthy and how to quiet the noise around eating healthy and staying fit. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/18883793

Episode 13: What It Means to Build a Truly Authentic Brand 03/26/2021

Episode 13: What It Means to Build a Truly Authentic Brand There's so much conflicting information about what you should be doing to build a brand that at times it can be a bit overwhelming. We all want to be successful and grow our businesses but not if it requires that you are less than all of what makes you, YOU. What I've learned over the years is that I need to trust myself, listen to my intuition, and be all of who I was born to be. I truly believe you don’t have to hide the things you care about or water down parts of yourself to attract your ideal clients, but instead, lean into who you are and what's most important to you. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/18477287

Episode 12: Rewriting the Rules of Great Copywriting with Jacqueline Paumier 03/18/2021

Episode 12: Rewriting the Rules of Great Copywriting with Jacqueline Paumier In a time when so many people were telling us to write to pain points, Jacqueline was encouraging clients in her membership group to ditch the pain points and lean into more relatable and vulnerable conversations with their ideal customers. The Copy Whisperer herself, Jacqueline shares what she did that helped her to quickly hit a major milestone in her thriving copywriting business, and what you should be doing if you want to connect authentically with the people who most need you. Get full show notes and more information here:http://fbuxconsulting.com/ep12 /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/18365165

Episode 11: How You Can Set Clear Boundaries For Yourself So You Can Thrive This Year 03/10/2021

Episode 11: How You Can Set Clear Boundaries For Yourself So You Can Thrive This Year Protecting your peace is vital. One of the ways you can protect your peace is to make sure that you set clear boundaries of what you will and won't allow in your life. In this episode, I talk about the power of setting boundaries and how it will help you thrive in both your business, and your life. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/18267800

Episode 10: 2020 End of Year Recap 01/01/2021

Episode 10: 2020 End of Year Recap It's always great to look back on the year and do a quick recap on what you accomplished and how you were impacted. In this short episode, I do just that and do a quick recap on what transpired for me during 2020. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/17393540

Episode 9: Take Control of Your Small Business Taxes 12/07/2020

Episode 9: Take Control of Your Small Business Taxes In this episode of the podcast, I have a great conversation with Angela Randolph, the Founder and CEO of Stellar Ledgers, a boutique financial firm that serves small to medium businesses providing Bookkeeping/accounting, Financial Coaching, and Consulting services. In this conversation we talk about work-life balance, the benefits of delegation, planning for growth, and what some of the red flags small businesses need to pay attention to that can get them into trouble with the IRS. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/17088755

Episode 8: Managing Overwhelm In Your Corporate Life 11/13/2020

Episode 8: Managing Overwhelm In Your Corporate Life On this episode of The Dream + Thrive Podcast, I sit down and have a great conversation with my friend Raphaela Browne who's a Catalyst Coach for women in leadership (CEOs, Executives, Founders, Directors, etc) who are feeling overwhelmed and “stretched thin”. Raphaela's work is focused on helping them regain more time for themselves, more energy, and ultimately a peace of mind. You'll gain some great insights as you listen to how women may be struggling as they try to do it all in their desire to be successful. I can't wait for you to listen in on this conversation, it may help you recognize some of the things leading to feelings of anxiety, stress, or burnout in your own life. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/16800251

Episode 7: Be Confident In Your Expertise and Gain Visibility for Your Brand 10/31/2020

Episode 7: Be Confident In Your Expertise and Gain Visibility for Your Brand On this episode of The Dream + Thrive podcast, I sit down and have a great layered conversation with my bestie, Dr. Kirleen Neely. If you have been feeling like your expertise doesn't matter or that you have to spend hours on social media just to gain visibility for your work, then this episode is a must listen for you. Plus, she debunks some brand building myths that will have you breathing a sigh of relief! I can't wait for you to listen in on my conversation with one of my favorite people in the whole world, Dr. Kirleen Neely! /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/16620242

Episode 6: How Positivity Can Help You Be Resilient with Michael Taylor 10/17/2020

Episode 6: How Positivity Can Help You Be Resilient with Michael Taylor On this episode, my guest is Coach Michael Taylor. When you listen to him you will fall in love with his optimism and positive energy, but more than that, you love Michael’s outlook on entrepreneurism and why he thinks now is the best time to start a business. If you’ve had some challenges in life and are allowing them to keep you stuck, you’ll be inspired by Michael’s positive attitude and his story of resilience. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/16256879

Episode 5: When Your Purpose Finds You 09/26/2020

Episode 5: When Your Purpose Finds You If you're struggling with finding your purpose, it just may find you. It could be something that you're already doing, that gives you great joy and fulfillment. On today's show, I have a great conversation with Life and Business Strategist, Miara Shaw, or the Maven as she is known by in her community. Miara shares her journey to becoming the person she is today and how her purpose found her. She also drops several helpful strategies about helping women cultivate confidence, what it means to find your balanced rhythm, and what's important to do so you move in the direction of your dreams. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/16164449

Episode 4: Let's Talk About Burnout 08/20/2020

Episode 4: Let's Talk About Burnout In this episode, I’m talking about burnout, and the havoc it wreaked on my life before I got a handle on it. How it robbed me of my joy in my business and created a mindset of scarcity and a spiral of negative emotions. We may not even recognize that we’re experiencing burnout due to the fact that it can show up in so many different ways. After sharing my story with burnout, I share the steps I took to fall back in love with my business and the strategies I still practice today to keep it at bay. If you haven’t experienced burnout, let this episode serve as a cautionary tale so you don’t make the same mistakes I made. By learning the signs you can prevent it from happening to you so you can continue to focus on the meaningful work you’re meant to do in the world. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/15677963

Episode 3 - Redefining Success 08/05/2020

Episode 3 - Redefining Success So much of what we see in life and especially in the world today is focused on accumulating financial wealth and 'looking good' to the outside world. This focus on wealth-building, while important, can leave many of us feeling anxious, depressed, and always striving for more, never feeling like we’ve ever truly arrived or that we’re successful enough. In this episode, I discuss why it's important to define success on your own terms. The cornerstone of doing meaningful work in the world is what YOU want to create and how you want to use your gifts. Hopefully, this episode will remind you of what you want for yourself so you can stay focused on your OWN journey to greatness. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/15488360

Episode 2: The Power of Empathy 07/23/2020

Episode 2: The Power of Empathy Empathy, the ability to accurately experience another person’s internal world, emotional pain, and inner conflicts, is the cornerstone of my work as a User Experience Designer and Researcher. It’s also vital to how we connect with others, how we run our businesses, and even how we show up in the world. In this episode of the Dream + Thrive podcast, we discuss why this soft skill can help you attain a competitive advantage to connect, grow your business, and form deep relationships with the people in your life. /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/15323348

Episode 1: Managing Envy 07/09/2020

Episode 1: Managing Envy Join me as my launch my podcast that exists to connect all who want to thrive while pursuing their dreams. I've been in the trenches of balancing my personal life while running a business for almost two decades now. On this first episode, we'll talk about ENVY. Listen in and hear how to respond to one of the seven deadly sins. Don't let this emotion destroy your motivation, mindset, and success! Tune in and get a quick burst of inspiration! /episode/index/show/dreamandthrive/id/15143174

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