As I wrap-up Season 7, I share about how my "Grow More in 2024" theme applies to the Sharing Passion and Purpose Podcast by growing the conversation through Live Events. I started an in-person live podcast event for women to come together to connect, learn and grow called "Conversations with Passion and Purpose". I also announce the next date of the in-person event in the fall (It's September 13th!) with my guest, Amy Siegfried, CEO & Co-Founder of Last Night's Game. The topic we'll discuss is how to find your key differentiator professionally and/or personally to identify your competitive edge, create confidence through sports and the art of making small talk.

If you are interested in learning more about being a sponsor of an upcoming in-person event, there are several options available! Please email me directly: sharingpassionandpurpose@gmail.com to learn about these opportunites to share more about your product and business.

Also, I'm taking a break this summer to plan for Season 8. If you have any guests that you want me to reach out to, please email me or send a DM! See you again on August 20th!

Check out this Bonus Episode! It's a podcast recording of the Live May Event. Conversations with Passion and Purpose with special guest, Cyndi Kane. I'm sharing a portion of this live conversation for listeners to get a sneak peek into what a live event is like! Warning: the audio recording has alot of background noise given the large room.

Summer can be a busy time for parents. Between work, camp, daycare, sports, and the menagerie of other activities that occur during the summer months, it can be difficult to juggle it all. This month we’re visiting with a Mom who is looking to empower other working Mothers to reclaim their time, energy and well-being.

Danielle Melton is the Founder of MOTHERboard, an online community of supportive, dynamic and driven moms. Following it’s inception, this organization, rooted in Tulsa, quickly gained momentum among working moms across the globe. Part of the appeal of this organization is being a part of a supportive community and offering access to resources that help working moms curb burnout and truly thrive. In addition to starting MOTHERboard, Danielle has written a goal setting workbook and is also very active in the foster care community.

To learn more about MOTHERboard, visit: JoinMotherboard.com

SPECIAL THANKS:

A huge thank you to the sponsor of this podcast, KED Styled. Kristy Eller DeBoer is a personal stylist and wardrobe consultant who works with clients to help them shine from the inside out! Her concierge customization services assist clients in identifying their personal style while taking the guess work out of what to wear. Her results provide clients with comfort and confidence in themselves and their wardrobes. When you look good, you feel good.

Check out KED Styled online at KEDstyled.com.

Deedra Determan is a powerhouse visionary and realized, early in her career, the power of social media to gain market share. Deedra is the Founder of D2 Branding, a marketing firm specializeing in highly targeted Digital Marketing using social media campaigns that drive customers and get results. Her “do it my way" (Also the name of her podcast) approach has enabled her to create a business and a life that she is passionate about. During this conversation she shares what led to starting her own business, her outside-the-box thinking, and the importance of creating your own network to maximize your opportunities.

To learn more about Deedra and D2 Branding, visit: D2Branding.com

SPECIAL THANKS TO MY PODCAST SPONSOR:

I would like to thank my sponsor, Dr. Jaclyn Duvall, The OK Headache Doctor. Dr. Duvall is a Mayo Clinic trained neurologist who is certified in Headache Medicine and runs Headache Specialists of Oklahoma here in Tulsa.

If you suffer from headaches or migraines, you're not alone. Migraine affects 1 billion people worldwide. In fact, Migraine is the #1 cause of disability in women ages 15 - 55. So, if you’d like to learn more about migraine or find out how you can effectively manage migraine with a specialist, schedule a visit with Dr. Duvall's office. To learn more or schedule a visit, check out: hsoo.org.

There’s a well known phrase, "Bloom where you are planted" & there are many ways this phrase is applicable to my conversation with Dr. Erica Kumar. For starters, she has done exactly that. During our visit, you’ll hear how she is playing her cards right in embracing opportunities and has created a life she loves with her family in Tulsa, Oklahoma. You’ll also learn about her involvement in philanthropy, including serving as co-chair with her husband Neel, for the Stacked Deck Fundraiser in Sept. She shares more about Resonance, the women’s organization directly benefitting from the fundraiser and how this fundraiser really helps to support the women who have the cards stacked against them. She also gives some excellent advice for anyone at any stage! To learn more about Resonance, visit: Resonancetulsa.org.

SPECIAL THANKS TO MY PODCAST SPONSOR:

I would like to thank my sponsor, Dr. Jaclyn Duvall, The OK Headache Doctor. Dr. Duvall is a Mayo Clinic trained neurologist who is certified in Headache Medicine and runs Headache Specialists of Oklahoma here in Tulsa.

If you suffer from headaches or migraines, you're not alone. Migraine affects 1 billion people worldwide. In fact, Migraine is the #1 cause of disability in women ages 15 - 55. So, if you’d like to learn more about migraine or find out how you can effectively manage migraine with a specialist, schedule a visit with Dr. Duvall's office. To learn more or schedule a visit, check out: hsoo.org.

This episode is with a very special guest, my daughter and intern, Mackenzie Ann. During this conversation we’ll visit about her four years at The University of Arkansas – from her sorority to her studies - and a little about what we love about Fayetteville (there’s a lot!). Mackenzie has cracked the code for herself on time management and organization so she offers some tips in those areas to help others. She also shares about how she maximized her study abroad experience during her junior year and her upcoming summer internship at L’Oreal!

In this episode, Danielle Melton, Founder of MOTHERboard Society, and I visit about our experience attending the ALT Summit Conference for the first time.

Many of you know that I had the opportunity to speak @altsummit in Palm Springs in March and althought it was my first time attending this women’s conference, it won’t be my last. From the relaxed vibe to the excitement of being a part of an incredible community of women who understand what it’s like to be a creative entrepreneur. I met so many amazing people, including @danielleamelton, Founder @joinmotherboard, a true powerhouse, who is also from Tulsa. We didn’t know each other prior to attending the event and joked that we had to meet in California to connect in Oklahoma. I have had several people ask about my experience and if attending was “worth it” – the answer is a resounding yes – it’s worth it on so many levels, most importantly, your time and money is an investment in yourself and your professional journey.

I invited Danielle for a conversation to share more about our experiences at ALT Summit and learn her thoughts on the overall caliber of women who attend and the topics that are shared and discussed. We recorded an Instagram live and I'm now sharing the audio version. Danielle is incredible and I’m excited to share our visit with you!

To learn more about Danielle, check her out on Instagram: @danielleamelton

From teen mom to securing a supporting role in a modern family musical at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center this month, Patricia Pineda, is one amazing mom!

Patricia was nominated in Tulsa Kids' Amazing Mom contest by her daughter, Dayann, who had some very special words about her mother whom she describles as her "biggest cheerleader". Besides being a supportive mom to two daughters, Patricia is a U.S.Navy Veteran and a recent college graduate. But there have been times when Patricia struggled as a single mom, battling depression and homelessness, and she will never forget being in that place. Today, Patricia is focused on being a good mom and helping her daughters create meaningful lives.