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Become Your Future Self Now | Paris Woods, Shauna Bell & Katie Smith, Olumide Sosanya | Ep 629

“Sometimes the obstacle is actually pointing you into the opportunity.” Paris Woods

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Paris Woods @AuthorParisWoods, Shauna Bell @sbell.wellness, Katie Smith, and Olumide Sosanya @mide_dickson for an inspiring discussion on creating evidence of your capabilities before opportunities arise. Learn how these successful professionals transformed their dreams into reality through intentional action and unwavering belief.

Timestamps:

0:01 – Introduction and welcome

0:36 – Paris Woods introduces herself

2:51 – Shauna Bell shares background

3:55 – Katie Smith introduces herself

4:33 – Olumide discusses software engineering

6:08 – Discussion on belief systems

14:27 – Creating evidence of capabilities

27:49 – Overcoming challenges discussion

31:01 – Personal growth stories

37:06 – Final insights shared

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How 4 Entrepreneurs Found Success By Ditching Convention | Jess Bushnell, Mubareka Virjee, Andrea Bentley, Tiffani Michele Walter | Ep 628

“Sometimes you have to get stripped away from all those labels to figure out who you actually are” – Andrea Bentley

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Jess Bushnell @withjessbushnell, Mubareka Virjee @mubareka__, Andrea Bentley @andrea Charlotte Bentley , and Tiffany Michele Walter @iamtiffanimcihele for an inspiring discussion about breaking free from conventional boundaries. Discover how these remarkable Outliers are redefining success on their own terms while creating authentic connections in business and life.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Podcast introduction and welcome

0:51 – Jess introduces relationship guidance

2:45 – Mubareka shares wellbeing strategy

4:27 – Andrea discusses personal transformation

5:43 – Tiffany explains coaching approach

9:11 – Breaking free from boxes

13:06 – Identity and authenticity discussion

17:38 – Client creation strategies

26:13 – Vulnerability in business

35:00 – Closing thoughts and contacts

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From Passion to Purpose to Sustainable Business Success | Daniel Dumas, Arielle Deane, Leanne Elliott, Marc Azoulay | Ep 627

“A belief I had to up level was that what I have done, and what I have to say, is valuable and that other people want to hear and need to hear” – Danny Dumas

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Danny Dumas, Arielle Deane @the independentmom, Leanne Elliott @livingwellnessmuse, and Marc Azoulay @mens.therapy.online for an honest conversation about entrepreneurial growth and sustainable success. These podcast hosts and business leaders share their journey of upgrading beliefs and finding purpose in the grind.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction by Niiamah Ashong

0:30 – Danny introduces podcast mission

1:23 – Arielle shares her background

2:10 – Leanne discusses career transition

3:23 – Marc explains therapy business

5:30 – Discussion on belief upgrading

11:46 – Conversation about time management

16:01 – Exploring motivation and grinding

27:15 – Different types of grind

33:06 – Edge projects discussion

42:47 – Closing remarks and contacts

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Transform Your Rock Bottom into Your Launching Pad | Nathan Barna | Ep 626

“The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.” Nathan Barna

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Nathan Barna as they explore the journey from personal crisis to transformational leadership. Watch as Nathan reveals how his path from gym enthusiasm evolved into a mission to help others unlock their full potential.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction to Nathan Barna

0:55 – Nathan shares his intention

1:29 – Discussing expansiveness and vision

3:02 – Mutual growth commitment

4:06 – Nathan’s high school story

10:42 – Freedom as driving force

14:44 – Hero’s journey discussion

22:32 – Gym experience parallels

27:57 – World-building vision exploration

34:47 – Nine paradigms revealed

42:43 – Communication style analysis

51:50 – Final reflections and connections

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Build a Stronger Team Through Health and Wellness | Josh Phelps and David Kent

“If you empower people to do something, like take control of their health, or their wellness, etc. you’ve removed a level of stress for them, because you’ve given them a level of control over something that was out of their control.” Josh Phelps

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Josh Phelps and Dave Kent @healthyteamhealthybiz as they unpack how workplace wellness transforms company culture. Learn how these business owners are revolutionizing employee health initiatives while building stronger teams.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction of guests

0:34 – Guest introductions begin

2:04 – Dave explains business background

3:21 – Discussion of wellness initiatives

5:18 – Josh shares program development

7:59 – Impact on employee relationships

10:51 – Starting difficult conversations

14:09 – Leadership approach discussion

21:01 – Success stories shared

23:31 – Future plans revealed

34:36 – Time capsule messages

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Break Free from Perfectionism and See Your Business Grow | Celeste Moore, Iryna Barnett, Bella, Joseph Atta Gyamfi | Ep 625

“When one door closes, another door opens. But sometimes we waste so much time looking at the closed door, we forget the door that has been open.” – Joseph Atta Gyamfi

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong), Celeste Moore @celestemooreimage, Irina Barnett @momentsthatdefineus, Isabella, and Joseph Atta Gyamfi @gyamfi_j for an intimate conversation about transforming limiting beliefs into stepping stones for success. These remarkable entrepreneurs share their journeys of overcoming perfectionism and embracing failure as a pathway to growth.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction to outliers roundtable

0:44 – Celeste introduces image consulting

2:26 – Irina shares podcast journey

3:35 – Isabella discusses podcast partnership

4:27 – Joseph shares mentorship mission

6:30 – Discussion on personal image

9:21 – Overcoming limiting beliefs conversation

15:51 – Dealing with business failures

25:06 – Navigating business transitions

34:59 – Future projects and goals

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