Living The Red Life

Keshia S. Davis is an innovative entrepreneur and DJ. Known for her ability to harmonize her corporate experience with her passion for baking, Keshia, alongside her role in the world of music, shares insights into her journey from a high-level corporate career to running a successful bakery in Philadelphia. Driven by a desire to create meaningful customer experiences, Keshia transforms life's special moments with her culinary creations while DJing offers her continual inspiration and energy.
Baking and music are Keshia's twin passions, each demanding a unique blend of creativity and precision. Throughout the episode, she emphasizes the disciplined, scientific nature of baking contrasting it with the vibrant spontaneity found in DJing. Her transition from managing multi-million dollar projects at Aramark to orchestrating a bustling bakery demonstrates her resilience and adaptability. As a DJ, Keshia draws parallels between the meticulous curation of music and crafting personalized customer experiences in her bakery. Tune in to explore how Keshia navigates her entrepreneurial path and continues to inspire as a female leader, community advocate, and an embodiment of living passionately.
Key Takeaways:
Baking is both a science and an art, requiring a specific discipline that Keshia likens to the precise skills needed in a corporate environment.
Transitioning from the corporate world to entrepreneurship has taught Keshia the importance of resilience when faced with business obstacles.
Keshia deeply integrates emotion and customer satisfaction into her baking business, viewing each cake as an expression of joy and celebration.
DJing and baking intersect in Keshia's life as both activities involve reading and influencing emotions, whether through flavors or music beats.
Community involvement and networking remain vital in Keshia’s professional ethos, supported by her active role in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Notable Quotes:
"Baking is a science and an art, but definitely a science is very specific."
"You're going to hear a lot of no's in your life, no matter what you're trying to do."
"I love my life...Getting up, pouring into people, being an example."
"DJing, for me, I love when people are nodding and vibing with or I love when I'm helping people reminisce."
"I actually like delivering. I like going to the venues because actually, I get to do a little marketing."

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Jay Skipworth, a seasoned entrepreneur and visionary behind Glluz and Glluz Tech, shares his insights on how athletic activities, like a casual round of golf, can be foundational for networking and conducting business, breaking the stereotype that significant projects only happen in boardrooms.
As the dialogue unfolds, Jay elaborates on the conception and mission of Glluz, a mobile app aiming to unite sports enthusiasts worldwide. He underscores how the app facilitates finding like-minded individuals for sporting activities, regardless of location, offering features like community hubs and event notifications to enhance user engagement. Jay speaks about the nuances of building an app as an older entrepreneur, expressing his hope that others will see that age is not a limitation but an opportunity to innovate. He also delves into Glluz Tech, an offshoot of his original concept, which employs AI to offer practical business solutions, making strides in AI automation for small businesses.
Key Takeaways:
Entrepreneurial Spirit at Any Age: Jay Skipworth shows that age should never be a deterrent to pursuing entrepreneurship and innovation.
Gluz App's Vision: The app connects sports enthusiasts, promoting community interaction and networking, highlighting deals being made outside traditional settings.
Innovative Features of Glluz: Offers community hubs, real-time notifications, and user-friendly event organization to foster connections among sports lovers globally.
AI in Small Business: Through Glluz Tech, Jay leverages AI automation to support business growth and operational efficiency.
Networking through Sports: The casual atmosphere of sports like golf provides a unique platform for entrepreneurs and CEOs to network and finalize deals in a relaxed environment.

Notable Quotes:
"Age is not a limitation at all. I think for myself, you can start your entrepreneurship at whatever age."
"If you're playing sport, you relax, you're out in the open. I think that's where the deals are done."
"Glluz provides that platform. You can go on that, brand your own logo onto it."
"I am here to be able to help people on making their choice rather than just dipping into unknowing."
"The deal was done on a golf course in Denver."

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Lacy Helms and Krisitin Ceriani are dynamic entrepreneurs who bring a wealth of experience in pediatric therapy and a passion for addressing support services for families of children with disabilities. From modest beginnings in a basement, Lacy and Krisitin have grown Oasis Pediatric Therapy to an impressive team of 125 members and subsequently launched the Whale Respite Center to provide essential support for families with children with disabilities. They share their journey of growth, the challenges of balancing business and heart-led missions, and the wisdom they've accrued along the way.
This episode delves into the entrepreneurial grit needed to expand from two-person operations to vast teams, emphasizing lessons learned in leadership and resilience. Lacy and Krisitin open up about the critical need for specialized childcare and how their business models serve this underserved community, bridging compassion with sustainable practices. They explore insights on nonprofit management, revealing strategies behind ensuring financial viability while staying true to core values. The episode is a rich source for entrepreneurs eager to make a social impact while navigating the complexities of scaling a business.
Key Takeaways:
Lacy Helms and Krisitin Ceriani have successfully scaled Oasis Pediatric Therapy from a basement startup to an impactful enterprise with 125 members, emphasizing strong leadership and continuous education.
The Whale Respite Center was founded in response to a pressing community need for accessible, specialized childcare for families with children with disabilities.
Strong personal development and commitment from entrepreneurs can drive impactful business growth but require ongoing learning and adaptation.
Balancing the creation of meaningful change with financial sustainability demands a clear vision, strategic planning, and the ability to leverage diverse revenue streams.
Collaboration with experienced boards and utilization of grants and donations can effectively launch and sustain nonprofit ventures alongside for-profit enterprises.

Notable Quotes:
"We've had many families that we could see how hard it was for them... seeing that need, we knew that we needed to take action." - Lacy Helms.
"When you see a single mom who really wants to go back to school or really wants to work outside the home but literally can't, and that is horrible for everyone." - Krisitin Ceriani.
"We have an ongoing joke about you. We push each other uphill, and you get to kind of the plateau where you think the top is to just figure out that there's more to go." - Krisitin Ceriani.
"It's like a barstool approach. You have earned income, grants, and donors." - Lacy Helms.
"Nonprofits still need to run as businesses... if you don't know how to run a business, then your pass.

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Jessica Lynne White is a seasoned entrepreneur revolutionizing the Telehealth industry. Jessica shares her unconventional journey from physical therapy to marketing, and ultimately, to helping others establish their own telemedicine brands. The episode explores her strategies for simplifying the process of launching Telehealth businesses and discusses the profound impact these businesses have on individuals' lives. Whether you're a healthcare professional or an aspiring entrepreneur, there's valuable information on how telemedicine can become a lucrative and fulfilling venture.
Jessica elaborates on how she provides entrepreneurs with a streamlined process for starting telehealth businesses, detailing the necessary components such as provider networks, pharmacy integration, legal necessities, and more. The conversation highlights her unique approach and the importance of brand identity in the telemedicine sector. Rudy and Jessica also discuss the broader implications of telehealth in the post-pandemic world and how the availability of cost-effective compounded medications has accelerated the industry's growth. This episode is packed with insights into the telehealth sector, offering listeners a comprehensive understanding of its current landscape and future possibilities.
Key Takeaways:
Jessica has redefined how telehealth businesses are started, making it accessible for both medical professionals and entrepreneurs without a medical background.
The telehealth industry's growth was spurred by the pandemic and the increasing demand for compounded medications.
Jessica offers a systematic approach to creating telemedicine brands, integrating marketing, legal, and pharmacy channels efficiently.
Entrepreneurs from various fields are exploring telehealth due to its lucrative potential and the personal satisfaction of improving patient lives.
Brand identity and storytelling play crucial roles in the success of telehealth ventures, attracting customers through relatable and authentic messaging.

Notable Quotes:
"I think the biggest struggle is trying to balance realizing... when you're growing, you have this revelation of how much you don't know."
"The fun part of this whole thing is not just about money, but seeing the way that some of these medications transform lives."
"That's the beauty of being an entrepreneur. There's no limit, there's no ceiling."
"I've invested in consultants that promised the moon and didn't even deliver stardust."
"Well, telehealth became very popular after the pandemic, and it was more widely accepted to be online."

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Deketa Tranae is a leadership coach who focuses on building impactful leaders. This episode delves into Tranae's approach to leadership development, emphasizing awareness, legacy building, and overcoming adversities. Tranae discusses her journey from realizing her teaching gift at an early age to her current role as a sought-after coach and speaker, as well as the importance of having mentors and a supportive tribe in one’s professional journey.
Throughout the conversation, Deketa Tranae shares key insights drawn from her experiences, highlighting the importance of authenticity and lasting impact in leadership roles. She also discusses the evolution of her career and the serendipitous alignment of becoming a certified John Maxwell Team member, a figure whose works she has long used as a teaching tool. Her story is a testament to resilience, faith, and the belief that each coaching session and speech is an opportunity to inspire and ignite change, both in individual lives and organizations. This episode is an inspiring listen for those seeking to elevate their leadership capabilities and understanding of legacy building.
Key Takeaways:
Developing impactful leaders involves creating a culture and environment that fosters self-awareness and potential.
Mentorship and a strong support network are critical in personal and professional growth.
Embracing one's authentic self and focusing on legacy can significantly shape leadership journeys.
Effective leadership and coaching are supported by continuous learning and alignment with personal core values.
Overcoming adversities with "audacity, delusion, and faith" can catalyze personal growth and success.

Notable Quotes:
"Leaders make legacy. They build, they develop, they create legacy."
"You're not late, you're right on time... You're going to have this kicking your spirit to where you all have all of a sudden have a spirit of awareness of your why."
"What I share... I didn't make it up. I couldn't even make this up if I tried; this happened in real life."
"I am human too. I am flawed too. I am still developing and growing."
"Despite adversities and challenges, I was crazy enough... to have the delusion to believe that, oh, no, it didn't work today. It'll work tomorrow."

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