Monthly Archives: March 2021

Candy O’Terry



“Always be ready because you never know when your big moment is going to come.” Candy O’Terry was working at Magic 106.7 when that moment came. The evening disc jockey was laid off and Candy had her first night on air – the start of a 25 year career in radio. She now has three podcasts, a radio network, is a published author, and is an executive communications coach at Brunner Communications. Tune in to hear about Candy’s journey.

“There is great joy in striving, I believe this, when we try, when we work as hard as we can, when we climb that mountain. It’s the journey; it’s not the destination.”

See Candy’s 16 Life Lessons here.   www.candyoterry.com     #liveyourbestlife

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Ruthann Bowen



When Ruthann Bowen had her first child, she decided to take a break from her successful career in PR to maximize time with her children when they were young. However, a lot changed in the PR world over 15 years, leaving her looking at a foreign landscape when she was ready to return.

Evidence to us all that it is possible to reinvent yourself, Ruthann happened into the world of web design and has since launched a successful business. She believes that with flexibility and resilience, one can do anything!

“As an entrepreneur, nothing’s guaranteed… Yes, I do struggle with that idea of failure, but at the same time I always think, “What’s the worst that could possibly happen?” So I’ll just pick myself up and start over. Look, I’ve already done it one time.”

For inspiration, whether you’re looking for a change in career or looking to return to the business world after time away, listen in.

You can find Ruthann’s book, The Female Entrepreneur’s Guide to Creating a Website in a Weekend, here.

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Mark Divine



“You can’t live your best life, I don’t think, if you’re not in alignment with your calling. If you don’t take the time to investigate, to listen for your soul … as well as just how you’re meant to serve, then you could spend a long, long time heading down the wrong path.”

Meet Mark Divine, Navy SEAL, founder of SEALFIT, and author, whose leadership focuses not just on the physical, but on the mental and emotional.

Breath in. Breath out. Tune in to this episode as we discuss life in the SEALs, meditation, mental fitness and more.

Be sure to check out Mark’s books, Unbeatable Mind, Staring Down the Wolf, and more. unbeatablemind.com

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Lia Valencia



“Lia, you are shining.  You are sparkling.  I see it,” said her mother as she gave her a pair of earrings. “…These earrings will represent the beautiful light and sparkle and greatness inside of you.”

Lia Valencia grew up in poverty, but worked from a young age to build a new path for herself. Attending college against all odds, she earned a Masters degree in education and obtained a job as a teacher, while also working behind the scenes at QVC.

Drawn to her longtime love of sketching jewelry, Lia started her own jewelry business, which was highlighted in a feature on QVC and, subsequently, by Oprah. Lia hopes that wearers of her pieces will unlock their love, light and joy. Tune in for this inspiring episode!

Visit valenciakey.com to shop Lia’s jewelry.

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Ta’u Pupu’a



When an injury ended his professional football career, Ta’u Pupu’a committed to pursuing his love of music. Moving to New York without a firm plan, Ta’u formed a connection with renowned opera singer Kiri Te Kanawa that led him to Julliard and a career that has taken him around the world. The hardest part of his journey, recreating his life and career, he says, was “Letting one go. Because in order to accept the other one, you have to let it go, so your hands could be open to receive the other one.”

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