Awaken The Awesome

Ep. 185 - Clarity (2022 Year-End Special)(w. guest host: Max De La Cruz)

 
Another year.
We've come a long way, dear Awesome Tribe.
Every opportunoty, every guest, every second put into bringing you the value and knowledge that I hope you get from every episode is always, as I like to say often, an honour and a thrill.
2022 has been a year of ups and downs for 'A.T.A' and I can honestly say I questioned my sanity a few times wondering if I had anything left in the tank.
Fortunately, some of you were kind enough to step in and lend a hand. Support comes in many forms and I cannot tell you how your wordsof encouragement, appreciation, check-ins and nudges were always welcome throughout the year.
This year, keeping up woth tradition, your guest host is none other than veteran A.T.A. guest and all-around Awesome gent, Max De La Cruz.
And THIS was a heckuva conversation. Max came out guns blazing and it shows.Memories, highlights, successes, setbacks...he really brought it out of me.
So let's not waste any time and get into this.
The End-Of-Year Special...for your appreciation.
Happy Holidays
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Ep. 184 - Never Too Late (w. Michelle Martel)

 
 
On today's episode...
I want to first and foremost give a shoutout to Isaiah.
I connected with Isaiah some years ago. I can tell you I know an awesome gent when I meet one.
At the time, holding down hosting resposabilities for The Booth Life which is how he came across my radar as local Montreal doing his podcast thing.
And one of his guests, on one of his later episodes, he actually interviewed his mom, Ms Michelle Martel, and she had an amazing story to tell.
Michelle basically rewrote her script. Even after leaving workforce, going back home, raise kids full time and then decidingtake the helm of her own life and go back to school and just open up a new chapter in her life as famed and reputableinterior designer. With a notoriety that caught the eye of established publications such as Apartment Therapy & HGTV.
I'm just letting you guys know that if you go on her Instagram page, it's definitely something that's going to brighten up your day.
We always think that it's too late to rewrite our script, when I don't believe that at all.
It is so inspiring to see people, even at a certain point in your life, even having good done the career, the kids...can go farther. If you listen to Michelle's story, it's something that can only show you how a choice can define the greater things that are to come.
Another exciting episode, which I do hope you'll enjoy.
You can connect with Michelle via her Instagram page : @michellemartelathome
or email : michellemartelinteriors (at) gmail.com
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Ep. 183 - Reading IS Fundamental (w. Ty Allan Jackson)

"I may not have all the answers but I'm sure there's a book that does."
Those were, among many more, some of my father's memorable words of wisdom. 
Whenever my siblings and I would come to him with a question beyond his impressive knowledge, with those words, he was simply nudging us to get resourceful and just figure it out.
And 'figuring it out' often meant digging and researching within the incredible amount of books he had on every conceivable topic. No joke.
This eventually led to a serious love for books and thirst for knowledge that has stayed with us to this day.
These are the kind of powerful anecdotes that my next guest truly resonates with as his passion for the wonders and rewards that stem from the love of reading are summed up in his personal slogan : Read or Else.
Ty Allan Jackson is an award-winning children’s book author, youth motivational speaker, literacy advocate, and honorary Doctorate recipient. 
A three-time TEDx presenter, he travels around the US inspiring children to read and educating adults about the impacts of illiteracy. 
Jackson’s self-published books have been featured on CNN, NBC Nightly News, The Steve Harvey Show, PBS, and the Hallmark Channel. 
In 2020, he appeared on Marvel’s Hero Project on Disney+ and a Good Morning America segment featuring Sidney Keys, a young man who was inspired by Jackson’s book Danny Dollar Millionaire Extraordinaire: The Lemonade Escapade to create an innovative book club for Black boys. 
Ty is also the cofounder of the Read or Else movement and the financial literacy program, the Danny Dollar Academy.
On this episode, Ty shows us how to push past the rejection and create our own opportunities, the importance of standing firmly in our happiness, practical tips to get your kids on board with reading more ...and so much more.
You can connect with Ty via his many presences around the web, including...
His Instagram page : @ty_allan_jackson
His main website : https://tyallanjackson.com/
To shop for Ty's books and merch : https://tyallanjackson.com/shop/
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Ep. 182 - The Will 2 Rise (w. Coach Will Baptiste)

I first met Coach Will Baptiste through some engaging interactions we've shared on a mutual Men's Group that we are both privileged to be a part of.
The group often gets together on a some regular Zoom calls and Coach Will never fails to keep us engaged and always has some powerful experiences to share.
A trilingual Haitian Native, Will is a man of many talents: a Transformative Life & Mindset Coach, Certified Fitness Trainer with over 20yr+ of experience, author and father.
As a survivor of Sexual, Physical, Emotional, and Domestic Abuse and having experienced two failed marriages and an unsuccessful business, he eventually went down a tough road that led to depression, addiction, and the need for clinical therapy.
Having since overcome his past and with a new refreshing outlook, he’s passionate about empowering men to rise above all the pains of life and helping them be successful in every area of their lives.
An emotionally charged conversation, which I do hope you'll enjoy.
You can connect with Coach Will via his official website(https://www.meetwill2rise.com) as well as Facebook(https://www.facebook.com/Willtorise.xyz/) and Instagram(@will_to_rise)
 
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Ep. 181 - Live Your Best Life For You (w. Dionne Nicholls)

A third appearance on the show is certainly something to acknowledge and celebrate. When certain guests have been such a profound source of support and collaboration, you let them know. 
It's a true honour to welcome back today's guest on the program. 
Dionne Nicholls is a professional coach trained through Accomplishment Coaching.
From being estranged from her father for years as he was diagnosed with schizophrenia, to giving birth to a son with a rare heart condition, to feeling stuck in a 20-year career and having her 17-year relationship end in betrayal, Dionne knows very well that she does not look like what she's been through. And, that's the point.
After an extensive journey of self-reflection and seeking the meaning of why she was put on this planet starting in 2014, she came to the realization that the gift she had to bring to the party of life was JOY.
Following a successful 20-year career in the fashion industry, co-founding a successful Non-Profit, producing and co-hosting a successful 5-star rated podcast, and being a single mom at the age of 40, Dionne transitioned to become a leadership coach.
As the Founder of Live Your Best Life For You, Dionne focuses on supporting her clients in making significant shifts in their lives and leadership styles,  while taking a firm yet empathetic stand for their goals and  dreams. 
Inspired by her own personal journey of reinvention,  Dionne dedicates her life to supporting working mothers who are challenged with balancing their commitment to a thriving, meaningful career and personal life. 
She is the creator of the signature program The RESET: How to Pivot from Powerless to Purpose and is a Brand Ambassador for The Five-Minute Journal, the gratitude journal that changed her life.
This conversation was both informative and empowering as Dionne brought us some much needed guidance on accepting our faults, forgiving our missteps, creating a strong vision, embracing courage...and so much more.
You can connect with Dionne via her official website(https://www.liveyourbestlifeforyou.com/) and Instagram(@dionnenicholls)
Also, do be sure to check out Dionne's upcoming 'Forgiveness Friday'(November 11th, 2022) supporting the Pleasant Respite Oasis Wellness Beach Walk Fundraiser.
 
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Ep. 180 - Always Growing. Always Evolving.

On this solo episode - where getting back into long-lost hobby gives me a bit of perspective and a huge sense of clarity.
 
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Ep. 179 - Let Nothing Stop Your Greatness(w. Russell Westcott)

 
It's so appropriate to launch this next episode into the Universe.Indeed, the will to serve, despite the fear and excuses that we might tell ourselves to not show up for our loved ones, colleagues, collaborators, clients or otherwise...is often a driving force that many of our guests have in common on this show.As I edited this episode, a renewed feeling of solid dedication and selfless commitment came rushing back as Russell Westcott's wisdom, warmth and incredible wealth of knowledge reminded me why I do this.One of the nicest people I've had to privilege to have on this program, Russell is a full-time veteran Canadian-based real estate investor, author, inspirational public speaker, devoted husband and loving father who loves teaching and inspiring others to greatness.Small town Saskatchewan boy turned 18year+ Real Estate investing guru, Russell is as down-to-earth as they come.Our conversation was a real gem of sincere kindness.
Russell's intentional presence and empathy made this time incredibly precious : from the importance of getting clear on our goals, to embracing failures not as setbacks but 'data points', to bringing the right attitude into every interaction...I can tell you quite honestly that this one of the best episodes ever.You can connect with Russell via his official website: www.russellwestcott.com
If you're into Real Estate investing, whether a seasoned investor or just a curious novice trying to peek into this exciting field, do be sure to check out and tap into Russell's years of expertise by listening to his wonderful podcast which you can find here:
https://russellwestcott.com/category/podcast/
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Ep. 178 - Embrace both The Light & The Dark (w. Clara Luce Lafond)

 
One of the things I really feel a lot of us are really struggling with these past few years is the fact that we do not take the necessary time to really - and I mean REALLY - get to know and appreciate ourselves. 
‘Self-Love’ has really become a buzzword as of late and in the grand scheme of things, as is often the case, I realize that a lot of people simply toss it around cause it sounds nice.
That’s unfortunate. If people truly realized how much power lies in harnessing the beauties as well as imperfections that make up the sum of their wonderful being, they would probably spend a bit more time catering to that. 
I say this wholeheartedly because I am witnessing a lot of people I care about sluggishly dragging their feet in the sand when it comes to their journey simply because they’re being admittedly weighed down by other people’s opinions of them. I call Foul.
Fortunately, today’s guest is a person whom I’ve long admired for her deep-rooted sense of self-worth, undeniable personal truth and unapologetic commitment to show up to the world as her own authentic self.
Clara Luce Lafond takes no prisoners on that front. Whether you follow her on social media or have the chance to share a conversation with her off-line, there’s no questioning her strong conviction that we have duty to embrace our greatness on all facets, what she calls the Light & the Dark, if we are to live our lives to the its fullest. And if such a conviction should for some reason occasionally rub others' sensibilities the wrong way - well,...tough shit.
This conversation is not your typical exchange. Clara and I dive deep into certain concepts of spirituality, energy, and personal truth that might leave some of you scratching your heads a bit. 
But as always, I invite to keep an open mind, both of heart and empathy, as some of the topics we discuss are worth their weight in perspective.
Also - I'd like to ask for your kind indulgence as today's recording suffered some technical difficulties which resulted in some choppy audio in certain parts. But, as always, out of respect for the guest's generous time and availability, I chose to keep the editing to a minimum in order to preserve as much of Clara's powerful message as possible. 
Be sure to reach out and connect with Clara directly via her Instagram page.
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Ep. 177 - Collaboration is Great Business (w. Dave & Dillon Mysliwiec)

Working with family can be a shot in the dark sometimes as even the closest relatives can become damaging business partners.Fortunately, that was not the case for Dave & Dillon Mysliwiec, respectively CEO of The Upstate Sound & President of Upstate Management. Building a successful business, be it an impressive record label carving its own path in the industry or growing music management empire, will most certainly take time, patience, sacrifice and a solid sense of dedication. But if you're lucky enough to count on your family as part of your close circle of collaborators - that's a precious bonus.The palpable synergy and mutual respect that these two shared during our exchange was surely only a glimpse of the tremendous bond between them: Dave being the infectiously energetic and fearless creative, and Dillon being the savvy & tactical Marketing expert, they're quite the dynamic duo.One of the many takeaways I got from this epic conversation was that you must take great care to ensure the mission is on everybody's mind and that we're all rowing in the same direction despite our various roles.Smart, energetic and with an exemplary sense of collaboration, Dave & Dillon are only getting started.An exciting and noteworthy episode, which I do hope you'll enjoy.
 
You can connect with Dave & Dillon via their respective pages or directly via The Update Sound and their various presences around the web, including:
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/theupstatesound
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/theupstatesound/
Soundcloud : https://www.soundcloud.com/theupstatesound
TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@theupstatesound
Twitter : https://www.twitter.com/theupstatesound
YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/c/TheUpstateSound
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Ep. 176 - Cater To Your Mission

On this Solo episode - 
Coming back from a short afternoon walk and wanted to share some thoughts with you guys on the importance to mind our actions - ALL our actions - in regards to the greater picture.
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