For #29DaysofMagic!'s bonus magical day I am so honored to have author, actress, & real housewife of Beverly Hills, Garcelle Beauvais. She talks about her modeling career and her time acting in New York, and how that led to her acting in California. Garcelle shares about her 100 run on the Jamie Foxx Show and got right into NYPD Blue. She shares what made her join housewives and what the experience has been like and the wonderful opportunities it has opened for her.. She opens up about the pain of her divorce and what has been like for her to keep it moving for her twin boys. Garcelle shares advice on finding a way through it and experiencing the pain. We talk about the positive and negatives of living in the world of social media. I was so honored to have Garcelle, by my final interview for #29daysof magic 2024. Follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/garcelle/

Day 29 (PM edition) of #29DaysofMagic! with Angelique Miles, an amazing creator! We reminisce about some of the highlights of Long Island, and how it's always a tiny world. She talks about how she had been working on the 102nd floor of the world trade center, but because of the hour and a half commute and not loving what she did she went to a temp agency and got sent right into the music industry. She shares about her time in music industry, working with some of the biggest names in in hip/hop R&B, and how she eventually became an internet celebrity. Angelique talks about staying in shape, and feeling refreshed and looking great at her age without trying to turn back the hands of time. We talk about how finding out what you need to to be healthy is, and finding your happy. Angelique points out the muscle mass loss year over year and how important it is to lift heavy to build it back up. We talk about how there are millions of apps, workout routines, and classes to help you get started with a work out plan that works for you! She has so much awesome advice like "Love yourself through the mistakes," and is up to so much other awesome work, you'll need to listen in!

"Lift Heavy" - Angelique Miles

Check out her website: https://angeliquemiles.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angeliquemilespublic/

I finally got Erica Loewe on the podcast for Day 29 (AM Edition) of #29DaysofMagic! She is the special assistant to the president and chief of staff for the office of public engagement at the White House. She talks about her interesting first jobs, and knowing shoe spanish, and how she got to D.C. She talks about her current role in making sure all communities are able to interact with senior White House officials. Erica shares about the huge pivotal point in her life right around 2017, and how getting booted from the job where she was comfortable helped her grow professionally. We talk about what Black History Month is like at the White House. She gives the great advice of, if you just keep swimming you'll be okay. Check out: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericaloewe/ Whitehouse Website: https://www.whitehouse.gov/ope/meet-the-team/erica-loewe/a

So stoked for Day 28 of #29DaysofMagic! with Nikki A. Bethel the Disruptor.. Nikki shares about having such great mentors and trying things to determine not only what she liked but also what she did not like. She talks about how she just so happened to get a resume over and the wild ride it took her to get to where she is today. She discusses lifting people while you climb. We really stress the importance of having people around you that are there to cheer you on and help you see your power, and how important it is to look out for and help the people around you.r. Nikki talks about how important so many things are for her self care like therapy and AND prayer, and gives out so much amazing advice. She would like you to look out for a mentee or younger person who could use a bit of your expertise and knowledge, and look out for people that you can get filled from. Connect with her here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbg_bklyn/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-a-bethel-she-her-hers-9979373/ FB: https://m.facebook.com/nikki.a.bethel/

So hyped for Day 27 of #29DaysofMagic with Michelle Coley, DEI professional. We talked about her first job at a library. We talk about how she was working towards marketing, but when a consulting firm offered up to 3x her salary she went after it, and how she strategically left a job right before that department was completely shut down. Michelle discusses about how important finding satisfaction in her job is and her whole story highlights finding out what she wants and going after it. "Comparison is the thief of joy," Connect with her: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-coley-779737/

Super excited for #29DaysofMagic! Day 26 with Jamila Williams; The Hackett Group, Principal, Strategy & Business Transformation. We talk about her first job while in high school at a car dealership. We talked about navigating politics while she was one of only about 4 black people at her job at goldman-sachs. Jamila discusses helping open doors for others especially as she is a high level consultant, and in the recruiting side of the world. She talks about what all consulting is, especially in how important it is to have comfort in data so that hypotheses can be validated. We talk about learning about it as we go, and Jamila shares about how important it is for her to be proactive especially as black women to build your advocate groups and circles. Jamila has so much amazing advice and tips for consultants and potential consultants if you're thinking about becoming one you'll definitely want to take a listen! Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamsjamila/ #bhm #listentoblackwomen

I am beyond thrilled to have Kai Deveraux Lawson on the podcast for Day 25 of #29DaysofMagic! She is the Culture Consultant & Co-Host of the Mixed Company Podcast. We talk about her first job slinging perfume testers at 8 years old, she’s been on that hustle for decades. Kai talks about how DEI is really about knowing, acknowledging and respecting your audience in the marketing world. We talk about 2020 and how time reveals who is on the side of DEI. Kai shares how difficult 2023 was for her, with many personal tragedies and how she’s healing. We talk about living in the moment, taking those photos to document and having gratitude Connect with her: Her Blog: https://www.mylifeofkai.com/ Her Podcast: https://www.mixedcompanypodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mylifeofkai/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mylifeofkai87/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mylifeofkai/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MyLifeofKai Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mylifeofkai_

Day 24 of #29DaysofMagic! very delighted to have Nikki Porcher the founder of Buy From A Black Woman. She shares how she had two first jobs! We talk about how interesting it was to grow up in an era without social media. She shares all the jobs she had, including being in the Air Force, what she has learned from them, and how that has led to her leading her own company. She shares a bit about her time in Operation Freedom and at war, and how veterans are incredible.. Nikki shares how she began the blog about her "Buy From A Black Woman Challenge," and how that eventually became the non-profit that she started. We discuss how the first 7 years of Buy From A Black Woman has gone, and how Nikki sees it evolves for the next 7 years. We talk about how doing nothing is not nothing, it's recharging and putting ourselves first! Buy From A Black Woman Business Owner Business Plan: https://www.buyfromablackwoman.org/product-page/the-black-woman-business-owner-business-plan Check out Buy From a Black Woman's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buyfromablackwoman/?hl=es Buy From a Black Woman's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/buy-from-a-black-woman/Her Twitter: https://twitter.com/BFABWInfo Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a.black.woman/?hl=es Her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-porcher/

Day 23 of #29DaysofMagic! super excited to have Gleana Albritton, Sisu Media Group/Storyteller & Producer. We talk about her career journey, and what she learned at her first job. She talks about a lot of lessons she has learned, especially how it is not possible to control everything. Her incredible narrative really highlights realizing when you need to learn more, and getting more information, knowledge, skills and networks that helped her get to where she is today! We talk about what all she does for self care, and so many really awesome pieces of advice that she has! Gleana would like to ask you to support your friends! And to remember to love yourself & invite joy into your life.

Check out these book recommendations

Inciting Joy: https://www.rossgay.net/inciting-joy 

The Book of Delights: https://www.rossgay.net/the-book-of-delights 

Connect with her on:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SisuMediaGroup 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisumediagroup/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gleanaalbritton/

I am so glad to have Pamela E Frazier on for day 22 of #29DaysofMagic! an amazing marketing & talent maven. We talk about how at her first internship she was so aware that that was how she wanted to start her career, working at a major record label. While she was at the record label she learned how to read a room, be highly organized and anticipate the needs of others. Pam shares about how it takes time to learn and by being curious and always seeking to learn about how and who does what, helped her go from place to place. We talk about representing black excellence wherever you are, and how all of Pam's opportunities have been through word of mouth about her doing excellently. We discuss the importance of asking, not everyone can say yes to every meeting, but you should still ask people if they would meet up for coffee/chat. Pam talks about how important self care is, and how it absolutely needs to be done strategically. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-e-frazier-csa-1a0a273/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pamela.frazier.560