She's Got Drive: Black Women talk about Success and how they achieved it.

Welcome to the First Anniversary of She's Got Drive Podcast and this week I take you back to our first episode recorded live at the Apollo in May 21017. I am so proud of hosting this podcast and am grateful to  all my guests and you for listening and supporting She's Got Drive. I hope you enjoy listening to this again or for many of you it will be for the first time. In this episode, five wonderful women with five different professions join my panel at Women of the World Festival at the Historic  Apollo in Harlem NY to have a conversation about their own experiences of success.   They share their personal stories and talk powerfully about how: you can create your success as your life changes and that you are the architect of your life  being motivated by their upbringing  and family commitments  to meet a new version of yourself  Negative motivators can be a positive motivator  your access to success is to keep moving  success can also be a burden  knowing can be an obstacle  life is about learning lessons  important is self-care     Information of the Panelist and Social Media information    Malene Barnett  Studio B - Award winning Interior designer    Malene is Founder and Design Director of Malene B, a company specializing in handcrafted custom carpets, inspired wallcoverings and artisan tiles. Her luxe creations have enlivened premier hotels, iconic office buildings, and sophisticated private spaces. , She has been featured in Huffington Post and Design Sponge columns, in both national and international press.    instagram https://www.instagram.com/malenebatelier/ website : https://www.maleneb.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maleneblifestyle/ twitter: https://twitter.com/maleneblife    Dr. Shalei Simms, Assistant VP of Academic Affairs at Suny College at Old Westbury. Her work has been featured in such publications as Group Decisions and Negotiations journal andInternational Perspectives of Social Entrepreneurship Research. She sits of the Board of Managers on the Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA. She was also a member of the Supervisory Committee of the Teachers Federal Credit Union one of the largest credit unions in the country.   Kimberly Seals Allers, Award winning Journalist, Author,  Speaker and communications consultant advocate for breastfeeding and infant health. A former senior editor at ESSENCE and writer at FORTUNE magazine. Last year  She published her fifth book, The Big Let Down—How Medicine, Big Business and Feminism Undermine Breastfeeding.  She is the author of The Mocha Manual series.  The Mocha Manual to a Fabulous Pregnancy was nominated for a NAACP Image Award. The Mocha Manual to Turning Your Passion into Profit and The Mocha Manual to Military Life.    instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/iamksealsallers/ website:  http://www.kimberlysealsallers.com twitter : https://twitter.com/iamKSealsAllers   Tanique Blair,  - VP of  Business Operations and Planning at Nickelodeon.  Tanique is a 17 year Nickelodeon veteran, has overseen the Preschool Toy, Amusement, and Musical Instrument businesses, working on mega hits like Dora the Explorer, SpongeBob SquarePants and The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles; and managed relationships with top industry leaders including, Mattel, Fisher Price, Matchbox and Power Wheels.    Regina Fleming - Award winning Photographer, CEO of Regina Fleming Photography  Regina is a former model and actress, a motivational speaker, and a marathon runner. Over a 20 year span, she has appeared in hundreds of publications including, O Magazine, Good Housekeeping, Forbes and Essence. Regina was first place at the Wedding and Portrait Photographers International (WPPI) Awards of Excellence Print Competition for both her wedding and portrait photography. She is a graduate of the distinguished Tory Burch Foundation and Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program.   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamreginafleming/   Website: http://www.reginafleming.com   Connect with  Shirley    She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud  Join the She's Got Drive Tribe on Facebook Community Page Connect with me on Instagram :@shirleymcalpine To go to the She's Got Drive Facebook page      

This weeks episode has Naomi Emiko,  Head  of Corporate Communications at Dorothee Schumacher in the guest chair. A former fashion stylist for Vogue Germany, Vogue Japan and Vogue Italy, and 'cut her teeth' at Conde Nast. She  is now responsible for global communications, strategic PR and content creation at Dorothee Schumacher, as well as a guest lecturer at the University of Mannheim, Germany.   And not to mention has worked with Naomi Campbell  Find out: How she worked for the prestigious LVMH Dior and Conde Nast  What is is like to work in fashion  How she uses her inner guide to make decisions that are right for her Her experience as a black woman in fashion  How she chooses to lead in a transformational way  The influence of her mother  The three things that has got her to where she is today    Connect with Naomi:  https://www.dorothee-schumacher.com/en/us linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nemiko/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/n__o____e/?hl=en She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud    Mentioned in this episode : SHE'S GOT DRIVE  is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud    Mentioned in this episode : Join the She's Got Drive Tribe on Facebook Community Page   Connect with me on Instagram :@shirleymcalpine To go to the She's Got Drive Facebook page  

This week we have the second Pasha Cook episode. Founder of Pasha Cook Associates, an image and branding consulting agency that helps their clients take their brand to the next level. She is the author of Brand Yourself Like a Champion , Cultivating Brand Excellence. She is also a wardrobe/fashion  stylist for celebrity athletes. Hear more wisdom from this personal Brand expert who is passionate at supporting you on creating an authentic you in the world.  AND FIND OUT:  Key Style Tips for the successful you  Where her style inspiration came from  The fun in  consignment  shopping and how to make it your own  The beauty of learning aesthetic and how you can make your clothes yours The importance of evaluating your relationship to your work and whether it is a self expression for you What it takes to get to where you want to be? Her three life lessons that are  fabulous guides for us all - you will want to write them down!  The Powerful impact of Spirituality on her life    Connect with Pasha:  Website: https://www.pashacook.com Email: info@pashacook.com  instagram:@pashacook LinkedIN:Pasha on linked in    Brand  Yourself Like a Champion: Buy Pasha's book on Amazon here   SHE'S GOT DRIVE  is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud    Mentioned in this episode : Join the She's Got Drive Tribe on Facebook Community Page   Connect with me on Instagram :@shirleymcalpine To go to the She's Got Drive Facebook page    

In this weeks episode we have Pasha Cook founder of Pasha Cook Associates, an image and branding consulting agency that helps their clients take their brand to the next level. She is the author of Brand yourself like a Champion, Cultivating Brand Excellence. She is also a wardrobe/fashion  stylist for celebrity athletes. She is so inspiring that this is part 1 of the interview and the follow up will be next week. Find out  How this high school dropout became an  international branding consultant  How she transformed her life as a division one basketball player to an educator,  and fashion professional.  How you can create your brand from  the inside out The power of decluttering the things in your life that does not serve you The defining transformational moment when she changed the direction of her life that is a powerful message for us all  And the power of spirituality   Connect with Pasha :  Website: https://www.pashacook.com Email: info@pashacook.com  instagram:https://www.instagram.com/pashacook/ linked in:https://www.linkedin.com/in/pashacook/ Her book - Book Brand  Yourself Like a Champion : https://www.amazon.com/Brand-Yourself-Like-Champion-Cultivating/dp/0998315729/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1524099317&sr=8-1&keywords=brand+yourself+like+a+champion    She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud    Mentioned in this episode : Join my new She’s Got Drive Facebook Group - and share with other women with drive :https://www.facebook.com/groups/1851045511596303/?source=create_flow   Connect with me on Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/shirleymcalpine_/ She’s Got Drive Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shesgotdrive/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel  

As we come to this stage in the year its time to check in on your 2018 goals. Many people miss out this important step and if you want to achieve your goals in life, a review is one of the best things that you can do to be successful. This week I guide you through a method to look at how you are doing so far so that you can stay on track, or even for some of you I know its to get back on track. Also find out the phases that you will go through to in order to produce results in 2018.  She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud    Grab your pdf on The Operating States: https://shirleymcalpine.podbean.com/mf/web/9xkf5q/The_Operating_States_light_version_.pdf   Mentioned in this episode : Join my new She’s Got Drive Facebook Group - and share with other women with drive :https://www.facebook.com/groups/1851045511596303/?source=create_flow   EPISODE        How to win at your 2018 goals :https://shirleymcalpine.podbean.com/mf/web/7j66a5/Solo_Episode_2018_2.mp3   EPISODE        Self Care SOS :https://shirleymcalpine.podbean.com/mf/web/7j7jw8/SGD_Self_Care.mp3   EPISODE       PIE: https://shirleymcalpine.podbean.com/mf/web/chc8g7/SGD_Lisa_Stewart.mp3     Connect with Shirley on Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/shirleymcalpine_/ GO to  shirleymcalpine.com  for a free download of guide on the P.I.E.   She’s Got Drive Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shesgotdrive/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel  

In this weeks episode with have Renee Edwards Director | Editor |Producer | Writer. A  multi-award winning film maker with over 25 years experience. Renée is the Director of  'One Note at a Time', to be released in 2018. The film documents New Orleans' musicians and a Clinic which helps to save their lives, post Hurricane Katrina.  It's has been awarded 'Film of the Festival', 'Best Feature Documentary' and 'Best Score' at the Oxford Int' Film Fest', 'Best Documentary' at the Nottingham Int' Film Fest', 'Best Feature Documentary' at the Studio City International Film Fest' and a Los Angeles Film Review Independent Film Awards Gold Winner.  Find out how this award wining director kept going with the creation of this 10 year passion project - her award wining film One Note at a Time. How she self funded her film to the tune of 350,000.00 GBP How she learnt to create team around her and what did she learn about that  What she discovered about herself  How she became a filmmaker  Whats is next for her - this film director who also writes children’s books  This  multi-talented woman with drive is an inspiration on how to stay the course and keep pursuing your dreams     Connect with Renee:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/OneNoteFilm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onenotefilm/ Imdb http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4780544/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Website www.onenoteatatime.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-edwards-36748317/   Trailer:  One Note at a Time Official Trailer (2017) Documentary HD   She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud    Join my new She’s Got Drive Facebook Group - and share with other women with drive :https://www.facebook.com/groups/1851045511596303/?source=create_flow   Head over to  shirleymcalpine.com  for a free download of my ebook ‘3 Top Tips on How to be a Woman with Drive’ and the P.I.E download.    To connect with me and the She’s Got Drive community  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirleymcalpineconsulting/ She’s Got Drive Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shesgotdrive/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel @shirleymcalpine on Twitter:https://twitter.com/shirleymcalpine #shesgotdrivepodcast

This weeks  solo episode is on relationships - you know that  intimate one you have for life. I share what are the 8 principles  that has sustained my relationship with my husband Dan for 18 years . And whether you are with your partner for 1 year or 10 years these will hopefully inspire you to bring something new to it.  If you want to have a breakthrough in your relationship and have a loving one built to last then this episode is for you.    Join my new She’s Got Drive Facebook Group - and share with other women with drive :https://www.facebook.com/groups/1851045511596303/?source=create_flow Dont forget to rate and review the sshow on Itunes - I apreciate it so much.  She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud    Head over to  shirleymcalpine.com  for a free download of my ebook ‘3 Top Tips on How to be a Woman with Drive’ and the P.I.E download.    To connect with me and the She’s Got Drive community  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirleymcalpineconsulting/ She’s Got Drive Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shesgotdrive/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel @shirleymcalpine on Twitter:https://twitter.com/shirleymcalpine Join my new She’s Got Drive Facebook Group - and share with other women with drive :https://www.facebook.com/groups/1851045511596303/?source=create_flow #shesgotdrivepodcast 

In this weeks episode we have Margaret Greer, National Race Equality Officer for UNISON, the largest Trade Union in Europe. Margaret has been an activist and community based organizer for several years. She was the first winner of UNISON’S Nelson Mandela Award for outstanding work in the fight against racism and inequality. On this weeks episode we talk about how she has turned a tough experience when she was growing up into her purpose of advocating for others. We get inteo what her support network is and what to look for when we are seeking our life partner. Just in time for Valentine don't you think? Connect with Margaret: @margaretgreer22  https://www.unison.org.uk/news/article/2017/10/black-history-month-must-time-action-not-just-reflection-says-unison/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaret-greer-17591317/ She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud     To connect with me and the She’s Got Drive community  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirleymcalpineconsulting/ She’s Got Drive Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shesgotdrive/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel @shirleymcalpine on Twitter:https://twitter.com/shirleymcalpine #shesgotdrivepodcast   

In this weeks episode we have Angelique Miles a leading Wellness Warrior and Influencer following a successful  20 year career in the entertainment industry. Angelique Miles was  responsible for signing publishing deals with platinum and Grammy-nominated artists such as Timbaland, Busta Rhymes, and Missy Elliot, just to name a few.  Angelique’s main goal is to empower and educate by providing fresh fitness content for women who are interested in improving their lives through physical activity and healthy eating, while balancing their careers as well as their personal lives.  We talk about the importance of a healthy existence, how she started this journey, what it means for her and ideas on what you can do to start a more healthier lifestyle.  Check out the latest article featuring Angelique: As one of New York's  11 Lifestyle Influencers In New York City Who Are Crushing It On Instagram https://blog.reelio.com/7-lifestyle-influencers-in-new-york-city Connect with Angelique Mile: @angeliquemiles   She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud    To connect with me and the She’s Got Drive community  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirleymcalpineconsulting/ She’s Got Drive Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shesgotdrive/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel @shirleymcalpine on Twitter:https://twitter.com/shirleymcalpine #shesgotdrivepodcast   

In this weeks episode with have Dr Ayana Elizabeth Johnson Ph.D,  is a marine biologist, policy expert, and founder of Ocean Collectiv, a consulting firm for conservation solutions grounded in social justice.  One of only a handful of Black women working in this field  Ayana really speaks powerfully about  what we are doing to this beautiful planet of ours and why climate change is a social justice issue.      Connect with Dr Ayana Elizabeth Johnson  Website: http://ayanaelizabeth.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayanaelizabeth/ https://blog.nationalgeographic.org/author/ajohnson/ Follow @ayanaeliza   Earth Optimism  Summit:  https://earthoptimism.si.edu     She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield    Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud    Head over to  shirleymcalpine.com  for a free download of my ebook ‘3 Top Tips on How to be a Woman with Drive’ and the P.I.E download.    To connect with me and the She’s Got Drive community  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirleymcalpineconsulting/ She’s Got Drive Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shesgotdrive/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel @shirleymcalpine on Twitter:https://twitter.com/shirleymcalpine #shesgotdrivepodcast   

 In this weeks episode I am start  this year with a  a solo episode.  I talk you through the 12 actions  that I believe you can take to increase the chances of you winning at your 2018 goals. Creating the goals is just the beginning and now what are the other things that you need to do to win? I have learned these for myself in my own life and from coaching many clients individually and in teams on how to achieve the goals that they set. Notebook and pen at the ready!   She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud   To connect with me and the She’s Got Drive community  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirleymcalpine_/ She’s Got Drive Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shesgotdrive/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel @shirleymcalpine on Twitter:https://twitter.com/shirleymcalpine #shesgotdrivepodcast  You're invited to go to  shirleymcalpine.com  for a free download of my ebook ‘3 Top Tips on How to be a Woman with Drive’ and the P.I.E download.     

In this week’s episode I am doing a solo episode about what you absolutely want to do BEFORE you write your goals for 2018 and start the plan. If you want to win at your 2018 goals then this episode is a must listen.  I am passionate about this. Notebook and pen at the ready! She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music for this episode is by Donn T, her  new single ‘Clear’ which features Chill Moody. Produced by Dara Jones and Ray Angry   Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud   You're invited to go to  shirleymcalpine.com  for a free download of my ebook ‘3 Top Tips on How to be a Woman with Drive’ and the P.I.E download.  To connect with me and the She’s Got Drive community  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirleymcalpine_/ She’s Got Drive Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shesgotdrive/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel @shirleymcalpine on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shirleymcalpine #shesgotdrivepodcast     

In this week’s episode we have part 2 with  Donn T -  a Singer songwriter, Producer, one of a handful of female independent record label owner of Dtone Victorious, actor, and recently made her literary debut as an author in Sourcebook’s anthology ‘Behind the Song’.   This past September, her new single, "Clear" was released which features Philly's Chill Moody, produced by Daru Jones and Ray Angry.  She has performed with a diverse array of artists, including Amy Winehouse, Marsha Ambrosius, Sharon Jones, John Legend, Esperanza Spalding and Ceelo Green to name a few and The Grammys named her in 2016 as an Artist of Tomorrow. Her track “Waiting", can be heard in the BET film I Will Follow, directed by  Ava Duvernay (Selma).  She shares about how she started her record label, her definition of success, and how she relates to fear.  Connect with Donn T: https://www.instagram.com/dtonevic/ Twitter: @Donn_T ‘Website: www.Donn-T.com To Buy he new single 'Clear' that was played on this episode go to  https://fanlink.to/clear   She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music for this episode is by Donn T, her  new single ‘Clear’ which features Chill Moody. Produced by Dara Jones and Ray Angry   Artwork by Natasha Merrifield  Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud    You're invited to go to  shirleymcalpine.com  for a free download of my ebook ‘3 Top Tips on How to be a Woman with Drive’ and the P.I.E download.    To connect with me and the She’s Got Drive community  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirleymcalpine_/ She’s Got Drive Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shesgotdrive/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel @shirleymcalpine on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shirleymcalpine #shesgotdrivepodcast   

In this week’s episode we have Donn T -  a Singer Songwriter, Producer, and one of only a handful of female independent record label owners, hers is called Dtone Victorious. She is also an actor, and recently made her literary debut as an author in Sourcebook’s anthology ‘Behind the Song’.  This past September, her new single, "Clear" was released which features Philly's Chill Moody, produced by Daru Jones and Ray Angry.  She has performed with a diverse array of artists, including Amy Winehouse, Marsha Ambrosius, Sharon Jones, John Legend, Esperanza Spalding and Ceelo Green to name a few and The Grammys named her in 2016 as an Artist of Tomorrow. Her track “Waiting", can be heard in the BET film I Will Follow, directed by  Ava Duvernay (Selma).  She shares about the sad loss of her Father and the powerful impact it has had on her  and her life . She said  ‘The insights I received over that period, they transformed me and they strengthened me - I am different’   Connect with Donn T: https://www.instagram.com/dtonevic/ Twitter: @Donn_T ‘Website: www.Donn-T.com To Buy he new single 'Clear' that was played on this episode go to  https://fanlink.to/clear    She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music for this episode is by Donn T, her  new single ‘Clear’ which features Chill Moody. Produced by Dara Jones and Ray Angry   Artwork by Natasha Merrifield    Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud    You're invited to go to  shirleymcalpine.com  for a free download of my ebook ‘3 Top Tips on How to be a Woman with Drive’ and the P.I.E download.    To connect with me and the She’s Got Drive community  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirleymcalpine_/ She’s Got Drive Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shesgotdrive/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel @shirleymcalpine on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shirleymcalpine #shesgotdrivepodcast   

In this weeks episode with have Cynthia Mullins Legal counsel and CHief Human Resources Officer for JMW. She shares about the transfromational impact that her volunteer work has had on her life and when she wa able to reclaim herself in her life.     Connect with Cynthia: http://www.jmw.com/leader/cynthia-mullins/   She’s Got Drive is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield    Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud    You're invited to go to  shirleymcalpine.com  for a free download of my ebook ‘3 Top Tips on How to be a Woman with Drive’ and the P.I.E download.    To connect with me and the She’s Got Drive community  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirleymcalpineconsulting/ She’s Got Drive Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/shesgotdrive/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel @shirleymcalpine on Twitter:https://twitter.com/shirleymcalpine #shesgotdrivepodcast