THE TALK - a ceoPARENT Podcast

STORYTIME! I love to tell stories, and in this episode, we talk about something that happened with my son that unlocked the secrets to my evolution of parenting.  Enjoy!

Excited to launch ceoPARENT 2.0! Come listen to what's in store for 2023 and beyond! Happy New Year Everyone!

Janis Isaman, founder of My Body Couture, has been an inspiration to me ever since I met her. A lone parent of a wonderful young man, she has opened my eyes to the power of parenting that most people have not tapped into.  Her perspective on female entrepreneurship was so transformational that I knew we had to have a conversation during INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S MONTH.  She is definitely someone to learn from, both with her writing & speaking, as well as learning from her actions in her business and parenting successes. 

As the creator of this podcast, along with other ventures, I would look at my wife with admiration and wonderment about how she was able to support me for over 18 years (and counting). Through thick and thin, she has been the foundation to our relationship, never wavering, and has provided me with the trust and faith that I will succeed as an entrepreneur.  In this episode, I get to learn from my wife, Veronica Cortez.  With the help of Kimmy Spector Wolf, we have a conversation about how we are able to build a relationship that has thrived for so long.  I've always wondered how she was able to be so supportive of me throughout the years, never questioning me or asking me to "get a job".  In this episode, I find my answer!! :)

To jumpstart a new season of podcasting, we decided to evolve our discussions and create a theme each month to talk about. This February, the theme is RELATIONSHIPS.  In this episode, we had a beautiful conversation with Yummii Nguyen, a Conscious Parent Coach, who helps parents with their relationships with their children.  She shares such profound insights about our kids, their wholeness, and the lessons they provide us as parents. This talk is PACKED with information about how we all can evolve as parents and increase the bond and unity with them, as well as with ourselves.  Apply for Mastermind (Healing Generational Wounds): https://yummiinguyen.youcanbook.me/

A business a is an extension of its owner, representing their values, principles and passions.  There is no better example of this than with Rj Enriquez! Listen in to how Rj has successfully built a business from his passion, motivated by his desire to help family with job opportunities during the 2020 Lockdown, and continues to expand his reach and vision.  His business is a beautiful example of how parents can stay true to who they are and thrive in entrepreneurship! 

Seibo is an amazing example of success.  He took a passion (cannabis), during a time when it was considered "taboo" (and was illegal), and created a successful business.  Despite not having any family support (both moral support and financial support), Seibo followed his gut and his drive to push through the judgement and criticism and created a brand that is well recognized and celebrated in the cannabis space.  With the taste of victory, Seibo shares his story and is now on a mission to help others find their passions and help them experience the success they desire. 

Which comes first, the business or the kids?  For Lien Tu, the business came first. After serendipity came her way, she found her way to creating a successful agency in personal insurance. She navigated the waters of an extremely competitive industry and was able to design a company that met her standards.  Now for the next challenge... KIDS.  Learn how Lien was able to figure out her recipe of both business and family life, learning how motherhood made her an even better business owner!

As a successful business owner in her small town of Truckee, California, Melinda is a wonderful example of how to balance work with home life.  Her tenacity for success and passion for being a mother shows with everything she does.  Listen in to how she was able to take a small hobby and transforms it into a full retail experience, owning her own building, employ a full staff, and be a positive influence to her community.  And as an added bonus, learn how she's able to flex her parenting skills onto her business when untimely disaster happens!

What drives you? What motivates you? What will be your legacy?  Do you ever take the time to ask these questions? In this episode, you will hear about a man's journey through the beginning stages of entrepreneurship: how he got started, how he found his motivation, and how he developed the drive to explore.  Curtis Morris is a great representation of what the majority of society strives to experience. He has a house, a beautiful family of 5, and a stable job.  And yet, there is something else that calls him to DO MORE and BE MORE.  Listen to his story and observe the simple insights that have shaped his journey to this point and helped him take control of his LEGACY!