Ramon Gonzalez and Daniel Burnett are the founders of Thrive Coworking in Alpharetta, GA where they are bringing entrepreneurs together in a unique community. 

Mission: It’s easy to see how Ramon and Daniel connected as business partners. They both share their personal journeys that sparked their passion for creating work that centers around a meaningful purpose.  While they had different paths, they both ended up in the same place looking to create something great.

Mindset: Jumping into a new industry meant that there was no playbook from which to work. Ramon and Daniel are driven by a deep sense of purpose and the potential impact of creating a community driven co-working space. Their biggest advice is to focus on having the courage to explore your ideas.

Marketing: There’s nothing like word of mouth and leveraging your warm market. Ramon and Daniel got clear on their business model, created a soft launch and began reaching out to their immediate circle of influence to begin getting the word out. They also are big on adding a sense of humor to everything they do and letting their personality shine. Listen as they share an fortunate accident that actually turned into their biggest opportunity to do just that.

Momentum: When you lock into a business idea rooted in a deep sense of passion, magic begins to happen. Prior to Thrive launching, Ramon and Daniel met with a bookkeeping company and happened to share their idea for a co-working space. Their idea connected with the owners of that company so much that they walked away from that meeting with the opportunity to secure the space which now houses the first location for Thrive.

Masterminds: This section is a must listen. Ramon and Daniel share the mentors that have helped them along the way and share inspiring wisdom about the value of collaboration as business partners.  Listen as they share how embracing conflict has helped sharpen each of them.

Mastermind Challenge: Ramon and Daniel shared several examples of how they have added personality and fun to their marketing. Reflect on the aspects of your personality that your friends and family enjoy most. Perhaps even ask them to describe you in a few words. Then, see how you can incorporate these traits into your brand and marketing. 

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Jayna Thompson is the founder of Alexis Suitcase, a contemporary consignment boutique with 3 locations in the Atlanta area. With everything from Gap to Gucci, Alexis Suitcase offers its customers the experience of an upscale boutique at a fraction of the cost.

Mission: Jayna knew from a young age that she wanted to one day own a clothing store. At the age of 25 she took the leap with the help of her mom. In today’s interview she shares the journey of those early days and the key moments and people that helped create this thriving boutique. (01:50)

Mindset: As with many entrepreneurs, Jayna experienced fear of failure and the unknown. Listen as she shares the mindset that helped her push through and how her young age actually worked to her advantage. (03:17)

Marketing: In the beginning days of Alexis Suitcase, Jayna spread the word through networking events, print advertisement and friends and family. Hear her discuss what worked and what didn’t, plus her biggest advice for anyone looking to open a brick and mortar business. (05:14)

Momentum: Roughly two years into her entrepreneurial journey, Jayna was faced with a big opportunity and decision. Listen as she shares her thought process and the immediate results of doubling her store size. (05:45)

Masterminds: From her mother and mentor to her first employees, Jayna shares the key people that have helped make Alexis Suitcase what it is today. Hear her advice for any entrepreneur trying to do it all themselves. Is that you? (08:53)

Mastermind Challenge: I love Jayna’s story of doubling her storefront and the immediate results it brought about in her business. Making that investment wasn’t easy, but it was integral to moving the business forward.  Have you been presented with an opportunity to expand, but find yourself holding back? How can you move beyond surviving to thriving? 

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Darria Long Gillespie, MD MBA FACEP is a national health media expert, SVP of Clinical Strategy at Sharecare, practicing ER doctor at Emory and  Assistant Professor at the Emory School of Medicine, wife, and Mom.

Dr Darria appears frequently on TV, on CNN, FoxNews, CNBC, NBC,  and The Dr Oz Show, writes “The Busy Woman’s Guide to Health…and Sanity” for Sharecare.com, and  is a featured blogger on DoctorOz.com and The Huffington Post. In addition, she hosts a weekly radio show and podcast on iHeart Radio’s RadioMD, called Sharecare Radio.

Mission: The mission for Sharecare Inc, as Dr Darria explains, was born from a meeting of the minds between founder Jeff Arnold and Oprah. (I love it!) Dr Darria shares her personal mission which is to help busy moms take better care of themselves and their family. To that end, she's using multiple platforms to provide the information these ambitious women need.

Mindset: Her role in Sharecare has brought more on-camera time then your typical ER doctors might expect. I love how Dr Darria describes her mindset during those first few television interviews and what she believes is the key to overcoming fear when getting your message out in the press. A must-listen for anyone that feels shy, nervous or scared about spreading the word about their cause.

Marketing: Dr Darria has taken to multiple platforms to create meaningful content for busy moms. She's been featured on Dr. Oz, writes for the Huffington Post and also hosts a LIVE radio show called Sharecare radio. As we talk about the world of podcasting, she shares the unique dynamics of hosting a live show.

Momentum: Hear Dr Darria's biggest advice for gaining momentum in your career and business.  Entrepreneurs at every stage need to make sure they have this piece of their message dialed in.

Masterminds: Surrounded by an incredible team at Sharecare, Dr Darria credits her female mentors for having a significant impact on her growth. Listen as she shares what they have meant throughout her journey.

Mastermind Challenge: Have you been hesitating to get the word out about your business in a bigger way? Is there a podcast, television station or news resource that you know would benefit from your point of view?  Challenge yourself to reach out to them TODAY to inquire about opportunities to collaborate. Be sure to report back with your wins! 

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Honoree Corder makes her second appearance on the podcast to talk about her new book, Prosperity for Writers.  Whether you're looking to write a book or take your business to the next level, her philosophies on commitment, follow-through, abundance and money mindset can be applied to us all.

Mission: The inspiration for Prosperity for Writers was born at a writer's conference where Honoree heard writers doubting their ability to create and publish a highly successful book.  It was then that she sought out to explore the steps that authors can take to create a living from their passion for writing.

Mindset: "It's not about what you're doing, it's about who you're being. And who you're being is based on what you're thinking." Listen as Honoree covers the 4 mental hurdles to being a prosperous author.  "If you can't think it, you can't ink it", she says.

Momentum: Commitment over interest. I love Honoree's description of commitment over interest and how important commitment is to gaining the momentum you need to get going with your writing (or any other project you're working on!). Plus, she shares her exact process for writing daily and how she keeps from "breaking the chain".

Mastermind Challenge:  In her book, Honoree says "If you want something, give it away".  Whether it's money, love, or guidance, challenge yourself to give that which you are looking for to someone else.  Watch and see how the universe returns it to you. 

Kevin and Devona Stimpson are the husband and wife team behind Strive & Grind, a global online brand dedicated to empowering others to unleash their inner greatness.

Mission: After losing several friends during high school and college, Kevin and Devona felt a responsibility to be a positive influence in their community. After early jobs and internships left them feeling uninspired, they worked to turn their passion for helping other succeed into a profitable business.

Mindset: Devona jokes that Kevin is a walking self-help book! Listen as he shares the mindset shift that happened when he took a deep-dive into self-improvement.

Marketing: After growing an online business for several years, Kevin and Devona share the ups and downs and what has had the most success in generating the right kind of leads.

Momentum: Reflecting on several events that brought momentum to their business, there is one common thread that connects them all... people.

Masterminds: Kevin shares just how you can begin today masterminding with history's most successful entrepreneurs and thought leaders. Devona shares the biggest lesson she's learned from forming mastermind groups and what to consider in order to get the maximum value for all.

Mastermind Challenge: When creating content, imagine what your ideal client might search for online. These key words could be the ticket to your next viral post!