Smart Women Talk Radio with Katana Abbott

Join us as we'll discuss: Ideas about Digital Media and its practical applications. How to take your Passion to the Bank and Cash it! How to Save Money. Action Steps for your Home or Business! Ken McCoy (Photojournalist, Businessman, Author, Motivator, and Producer) is an internationally known Syndicated Photojournalist, Radio and Television Host/Producer with over 25 years in the business. You recently saw him on ...TMZ! A Regular presenter on France24 Television Network (Paris, France), he also appeared on TBN Worldwide as Backstage TV Host for the 6th Annual Christian Music Awards. His EBOOK "The Right Angle" is available on LULU.com He is in production for several TV Projects. The OSCARS, Grammys, NBA ALLSTAR WEEKEND EVENTS, BET Awards, NAACP Image Awards, and Golden Globes are also on his resume'.

Join us as we'll discuss: The Three Absolutes of Presenting Anything. How to create Effective Communications. How to Slow Down to Speed Up. Scott Schilling is the founder of Schilling Sales and Marketing, Inc.—an organization committed to providing Inspired Answers to Today's Challenges through sales speaking, training, coaching and implementation strategies. Bottom line, Scott helps people like you and organizations like yours grow market penetration, improve profitability and grow the quality of your people. Scott brings 30+ years of life and practical experience in sales, marketing, training, and speaking to corporations, business owners, and entrepreneurs. He has presented at over 1,500 events in the last 7 years alone and has shared the stage with General Colin Powell, Steve Forbes, Donald Trump, Rudy Giuliani, former first lady Laura Bush and many more. It is his life’s purpose: To Inspire and Empower others to serve humanity through living their life's purpose in spirit, love and joy! To learn more about Scott go to www.ScottSchilling.com.

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Join us as we'll discuss: The size of the bullying problem from Kindergarten to High school and why it is so damaging. How bullying overlaps with prejudice/intolerance and is the enemy of diversity. What actually works when it comes to making schools bully-free. Nicholas Carlisle is an attorney, psychotherapist and the Executive Director of No Bully. Nicholas graduated from Oxford University, qualified as a lawyer with a human rights focus and was chairman of the non-profit section of Amnesty International in Britain. He researched with Professor Eric Rofes the effects of school bullying (published in 2007 in the Journal of Traumatology). Nicholas is a seasoned conference speaker, expert witness and commentator on school bullying for NPR and other radio stations across the country. To learn more about Nicholas go to www.nobully.com..

Join us as we'll discuss: The keys to balance. How to avoid the Superwoman Syndrome. How to say ‘no’ tactfully. Kathleen Barton, MBA, works with career women who feel overwhelmed with their responsibilities, who want to be more productive and effective in their work… and still have a life outside of work! As a keynote speaker, workshop presenter, author and life coach, Kathleen specializes in work-life issues; including life balance, stress, and time management. Kathleen is the author of Connecting with Success, Finding Your Purpose and Passion in Life, and Passport to Priorities: Your Road Map to Balanced Living. Her work has been featured in numerous publications, including Business Week, The Executive, and The Wall Street Journal Online, among others. To learn more about Kathleen go to www.YourLifeBalanceCoach.com.

Join us as we'll discuss: Learn how to conquer self and not let self conquer you. How to communicate and energize emotions. Motivation, Communication, and determinations are ingredients for success. Sharon Johnson is the Host of the Comtivate Motivational show at www.blogtalkradio.com/comtivate. She has a Bachelors in English from Queens College, New York, a Master of Business Administrative Human Resource Management from the University of Phoenix, a Doctor of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. Sharon is a John Maxwell Certified coach, teacher and Motivational Spearker where she facilitates workshops, seminars, keynote speaking, and coaching, for personal and professional growth. To learn more about Sharon go to www.Comtivate.com.

Join us as we'll discuss: What exactly is the Fiscal Cliff? What is its real impact? How to create a sound financial plan based upon real numbers instead of hypotheticals. Michael Canet has built his business and reputation on the stability he provides for his clients. His retirement and estate planning carefully allocates their assets so that they can retire with the confidence, income, and tax-deferred wealth protection they need to create the quality of life they deserve. He is committed to providing accessibility and ongoing service for the people he serves. Michael earned his master’s degree in taxation from the University of Baltimore and attended law school at the Catholic University of America. A long-time resident of Howard County, Michael has been married for 28 years to his wife Helen and they have raised two sons, Michael and Brian. To learn more about Michael go to www.prostatisfiancial.com.

Join us as we'll discuss: Openings (shifts of consciousness, clues to higher awareness) are available to all of us – all the time. Look for them – by first EXPECTING them. Opinion CLOSES. Acceptance OPENS our hearts and minds. A real-world way to be more open is to allow yourself to have a sense of humor. It’s never too late to follow your passion(s). Being a woman is this world today – especially an older woman, gives her the advantage of knowing who she is. Be afraid, if it’s scary to reveal yourself, but then get over it and have fun on the journey. Co-owner of Avenstar Productions, Kim McGinnis is an independent filmmaker, producer, actress, and entrepreneur. McGinnis’ most recent film, Openings the Search for Harry, was just released and picked up for distribution (video on demand and broadcast) by one of the top distributors in the new age genre. Kim is currently serving as executive producer, producer, and star of the feature dramedy, Ask Raymond, which is currently in preproduction. Kim is also writing the book associated with the Openings film (Openings, the Search for Invisible Bridges and Doorways), which is expected to be released in the Fall of 2013. To learn more about Kim’s film go to www.openings-movie.com.

Join us as we'll discuss: Why Sister Giant offers a new conversation. Why it is important for women to get involved. Marianne Williamson is an internationally acclaimed spiritual author and lecturer. Six of her ten published books have been New York Times Best Sellers. Four of these have been #1 New York Times Best Sellers. A Return to Love is considered a must-read of The New Spirituality. A paragraph from that book, beginning "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure..." - often misattributed to Nelson Mandela's Inaugural address - is considered an anthem for a contemporary generation of seekers. Marianne's other books include The Age of Miracles, Everyday Grace, A Woman's Worth, Illuminata, Healing the Soul of America, A Course in Weight Loss, and The Gift of Change. Her newest book, THE LAW OF DIVINE COMPENSATION: On Work, Money and Miracles, will be published this November by Harper Collins. She has been a popular guest on television programs such as Oprah, Larry King Live, Good Morning America and Charlie Rose. Marianne is a native of Houston, Texas. In 1989, she founded Project Angel Food, a meals-on-wheels program that serves homebound people with AIDS in the Los Angeles area. Today, Project Angel Food serves over 1,000 people daily. Marianne also founded the Department of Peace Campaign, a grass roots campaign to establish a United States Department of Peace. In December 2006, a NEWSWEEK magazine poll named Marianne Williamson one of the fifty most influential baby boomers. According to Time magazine, "Yoga, the Cabala and Marianne Williamson have been taken up by those seeking a relationship with God that is not strictly tethered to Christianity." To learn more about Marianne and Sister Giant go to www.Marianne.com & www.sistergiant.com.

Join us as we'll discuss: Everyone needs clear goals. Everyone needs to find their deepest “Why” they are trying to get fit. You must take action to see results. A year from now will arrive whether you start today or not. Why not take small actions today which will build over 12 months and be transformed? Since 1996, Daniel Iversen has literally taught thousands of men and women how to take control of their minds and bodies. Every month he shares fitness secrets on Portland’s morning show: AM Northwest, and has been featured in USA Today, The Oregonian, Portland Monthly, Fox and ABC. If you live in Portland, Oregon, you can work with Daniel at Portland Adventure Boot Camp for Women. www.PortlandBootCamp.com.

Join us as we'll discuss: How to discover what your source for true power is. How to become the deliberate creator of your own life. How to live with passion and purpose. Mal Duane CRC is an Alpha Chick extraordinaire. She built a multi-million dollar real estate company from scratch, has a dream marriage, and, as a certified Professional Life and Recovery Coach, is deeply involved with helping women discover and use their connection with the divine power within, to become their own version of an Alpha Chick. Her life experience, including recovering from a struggle with alcoholism as a young woman, has provided her with extensive hands-on, in-the-trenches experience for taking hold of a life and bringing forward the potential that lies buried beneath the scars and hurts. In 2007, she built the Katherine Holly School in Mali, West Africa, which educates 100 children annually. She is also the Founder of “Holly’s Gift”, an educational assistance fund for women. To learn more about Mal click here www.AlphaCHick.com.

Join us as we'll discuss: A methodology to organize your thoughts for effective, persuasive presentations. How to conduct a simulated presentation enabling you. To anticipate questions and objections. How to use “Shortcuts to eloquence” which enables them to appear more polished. President Ronald Reagan described Larry Tracy as “An extraordinarily effective speaker.” Larry was an Army colonel assigned to the State Department debating controversial foreign policy issues throughout the country before often hostile audiences. He previously headed the Pentagon’s top briefing team, responsible for the daily intelligence presentation to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He is now cited in several publications as one of the top presentation skills trainers/coaches in the country. His book, The Shortcut to Persuasive Presentations, available on Amazon, has been described as “must reading” for those aspiring for greater success in life and business. To learn more about Larry click here Twww.tracy-presentation.com. 10/09/12

Join us as we'll discuss: Top 5 bosses’ pet peeves you MUST avoid. Top 3 things most people don’t know or do to keep their bosses happy. How to receive more recognition and appreciation at work. Colleen Kettenhofen is an international workplace employee and management expert, award-winning corporate trainer, and conference keynote speaker. She has delivered over 1,100 programs in 48 states and five countries. A media veteran, she has appeared on numerous radio shows across the country and has written more than 40 articles on diverse workplace issues. She is the author of 10 audio programs and two books including Secrets Your Boss Isn’t Telling You.

Join us as we'll discuss: How to avoid the 50% excess accumulation penalty. How to avoid the 6-percent excise tax. How to avoid destroying the tax benefits available to an IRA. Denise Appleby is CEO of Appleby Retirement Consulting Inc, a firm that provides IRA tools and resources for financial and tax professionals. She has over 15 years of experience in the retirement plans field, and has co-authored several books and written over 400 articles on IRA rules and regulations. Denise is also CEO of the consumer website that provides free information about IRAs, www.retirementdictionary.com To learn more about Denise click here www.DeniseAppleby.com.

Join us as we'll discuss: You have 2 Joy centers inside you. Find out how to become a Joy Magnet. YOU can create joy in every area of your life. Dr. Jo Anne White is an International Author and Speaker, Certified Professional Coach, and Energy Master Teacher who specializes in Innovation, Transformation and Energy Medicine. Known globally as the "Success Doc", she gets to the heart of what matters most to organizations and people. For over two decades she’s been using Success Principles to enrich the lives and businesses of her clients. She's helped millions of individuals and organizations shape their own dreams, overcome adversity, master their own success and triumph in business and life. Host of the popular Power Your Life radio show, Dr. White’s also been featured online and in national and international publications such as CNN.com, Good Housekeeping, More, and WebMD. She's made frequent guest appearances on Radio and Television Networks such as NBC, CBS, FOX, and Voice America. To learn more about Dr. Jo Anne White click here www.drjoannewhite.com.