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HBW 001: You Can't Get Rich When You're Angry: A Conversation with Dr. Venus Opal Reese Sep 30, 2015

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Get ready for a wonderful ride into the depths of inspiration and courage. You're about to meet Dr. Venus Opal Reese, a powerfully impactful black woman who is no stranger to hardship OR succes. Dr. Venus was an abandoned teen, left on the streets to fend for herself when a heroic teacher at her school took her in and believed in her, setting her on a new course that would change the lives of hundreds, even thousands of women in the world today. In this episode you're going to hear Dr. Venus' story, how she views the situations black women face today, and what she is called to do to empower and equip those women for greatness.

You've been told a lie.

Dr. Venus strongly believes that black women today are living out a lie that's been foisted on them for many years. They've played out the role of workhorse when their destiny is actually something far greater. Her conviction is that black women need to change the story they're telling themselves, the stories that go on in their own minds so they can liberate themselves from the drudgery of the past and break into a life of freedom, personally and financially. Listen in to this conversation as Dr. Venus shares what the lie is and how to break free from it. If you listen closely, you'll hear your own story and possibly discover your own destiny.

You can't get rich when you're angry.

That's one of Dr. Venus Opal Reese's core beliefs. She believes that love, peace, and the ability to build a vast financial storehouse all flow from the same place, so those negative emotions like hatred, jealousy, bitterness, and anger will block you receiving the money that is meant to be yours. What is the cure? You've got to experience healing in your heart before anything else. You've got to learn how to let the past go so you can move beyond it and experience the freedom that is your birthright. Pay attention to this episode, ladies. Dr. Venus has a lot to share that will help you throw off your chains, if you will let her.

Don't be afraid to set amazingly lofty goals for yourself.

It's that same fear that will hold you back from accomplishing them, so you 've got to start by being willing to name the goal. Write it down. Speak it out loud. Do what it takes to convince yourself that the years of not believing in yourself ARE NOT GOING TO hold you back from taking hold of that goal. Once you've done that, you're ready to begin the practical steps of planning how you're going to achieve that goal. But be careful, goals are not predictions, they are just plans. As you diligently work toward the accomplishment of your goal, remain flexible to receive other blessings you didn't even know to dream about. Listen to this episode to hear more of Dr. Venus' thoughts about how make and work toward your goals.

Who inspires a successful millionaire black woman like Dr. Venus?

It's not the kind of person you might expect. The person who inspires Dr. Venus is the woman who took her in off the streets, and according to her own account, saved her life. That is the kind of woman Dr. Venus wants to be. It's that woman's bravery and love that inspires Dr. Venus day after day. She's living up to the potential that dear woman saw in her before she was able to see it in herself. Who inspires you? Who is it that you want to be like, to model yourself after, to honor with your life? hear Dr. Venus' description of this dear woman and perhaps you'll be able to find your own inspiration at the same time.

Outline of this great episode

[0:24] Introduction of today's guest: Dr. Venus Opal Reese, founder of "Black Women Millionaires."
[1:43] The mission Dr. Venus is after.
[3:20] The methodology Dr. Venus follows and how it relates to things like anger, resentment, forgiveness, etc.
[7:15] What was it that caused Dr. Venus to start this business?
[11:05] What does freedom look like to you, Dr. Venus?
[16:28] A typical day in the life of a black woman millionaire.
[18:42] Quarterly, annual, weekly?: How does Dr. Venus set her goals?
[26:33] Dr. Venus' thoughts about her next 5 years… where are things going in her business?
[29:36] Who inspires you, Dr. Venus?
[31:40] What makes Dr. Venus happy?
[33:53] What is your number one tip for black women who want to start a business they love?
[36:44] How you can get in touch with Dr. Venus - a gift straight from her to you! www.DefyImpossible.com/gift

Resources & Links mentioned in this episode

BOOK: The Prayer of Jabez by Dr. Bruce Wilkinson
Black Women Millionaires Virtual Salon: http://blackwomenmillionaires.com/
Dr. Venus's Free Gift: www.DefyImpossible.com/gift

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HBW 000: Welcome to the Happy Black Woman Podcast! Rosetta's Story Sep 29, 2015

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Welcome to this first ever episode of the Happy Black Woman podcast! We're so glad you've taken a few moments of your valuable time to check out what we're doing. This podcast is the only show designed to help black women create lives of happiness, success, and freedom, and you'll be led on that journey by your host, Rosetta Thurman. Rosetta's story is an exciting example of what could happen in your life if you're willing to take the steps to make it happen. You can hear that story in this introductory episode of the podcast, so be sure to listen in!

This podcast is not for everyone.

There are people who are very happy and comfortable with their life the way it is at present. That's great. Really. Those people probably won't be interested in this show. There's too much shaking up of the status quo going on here, too much rocking the boat. So who IS this show for? It's for black women who want to be free, black women who want to set the terms for their own lives and build the happiness and lifestyle they've only dreamed of. But equally important, it's for women who are willing to step out and take action. If you won't do that, there's nobody who will. So listen in to hear Rosetta tell her story of stepping out. Maybe it will encourage you to take some steps of your own.

Rosetta's move from working as a successful nonprofit organizer to becoming an entrepreneur, speaker, and coach.

Rosetta had a pretty comfortable job. She was paid well. Everything was going her way. But something happened she didn't expect. People began inviting her to speak at their companies and events, asking her to share the wisdom she'd learned in her comfortable job. So Rosetta started traveling, speaking, experiencing the new things you can only experience when you're on the road traveling the globe. That's when she began to realize that the 9 to 5 corporate role she was in was actually very limiting. That was the first time she began to think that maybe she could step out of that comfortable job and begin a life of her own making. The story is incredible, and you can hear the rest of it on this episode of the podcast.

Rosetta's year of liberation

It was 2010 when all the pieces came together and Rosetta made her fateful decision. She quit her corporate job in the nonprofit sector and began her entrepreneurial career. The rest is history. Rosetta has traveled the world seeing sights she never thought she'd see and meeting people and having opportunities that she never dreamed. Her story is one of inspiration, hope, and courage. Rosetta has begun this podcast to help you learn how to do the very same thing in your life. So be sure to listen in during those spare moments of your day - when you exercise, drive, or do chores or busywork. Redeem those moments to further your own education, encourage your heart, and move yourself step by tiny step into the life of your dreams. You can do it, and Rosetta is here to help.

What you can expect from the Happy Black Woman podcast.

Rosetta's mission is to help women transform their lives through personal development and entrepreneurship. It's about more than Rosetta, it's through the community she's been able to establish at www.HappyBlackWoman.com. This podcast is a new resource she's going to be using toward that end. She'll be featuring inspirational stories, expert guests, sharing her own insights and coaching tips, and doing it all to help you move your life to the next level. Let Rosetta know what you think!

Outline of this great episode

[0:24] Welcome to the podcast - the only show designed to help black women create lives of happiness, success, and freedom.
[1:15] This podcast is not for everyone - only for those who desire to transform their lives!
[1:45] Rosetta's mission and how it can impact your life.
[2:47] Who is Rosetta Thurman? Find out here.
[3:30] Rosetta's favorite place in the whole world - can you guess where it is?
[4:08] The story behind Rosetta's move from working in the nonprofit sector to entrepreneurial living.
[5:29] The one thing Rosetta did not expect that actually happened.
[6:21] The year of liberation - 2010 - when Rosetta chose to become an entrepreneur.
[8:20] How Happy Black Woman came to be.
[10:03] The principles behind why Rosetta lives as she does.
[10:36] What you can expect from this podcast.
[11:19] How you can find the resources mentioned in each podcast episode.