Encourage Minute
1 minute weekly stories and inspiration
About the show
Whether you run a business, in the corporate world, have a family or a student, you need a little encouragement to get through whatever life brings. Get your dose of encouragement each Monday morning with a quick minute of inspiration. Start your week with the Encourage Minute! Hosted by Heidi Rew.
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Episodes
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Episode 31: It's Okay
August 3rd, 2020 | Season 1 | 3 mins 43 secs
Sometimes, we need to know we’re not alone. If you’ve experienced or are experiencing anxiety, depression and/or suicidal thoughts, this is a reminder that you’re not alone.
Sources: https://www.cnn.com/2018/01/19/health/michael-phelps-depression/index.html
https://www.socialworkdegreeguide.com/30-famous-people-alive-today-battled-depression/Thanks to:
Assistant Dominique ViardFor Mental Health Help:
Suicide Helpline 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Find a Counselor - https://www.betterhelp.com/ OR
https://www.psychologytoday.com/Subscribe or follow on social media to get your weekly Encourage Minute:
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Episode 30: Lollipop Moments
July 27th, 2020 | Season 1 | 4 mins 3 secs
Changing the world can be as simple as sharing a lollipop. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and heavy with things that are going on in the world, this story will encourage you.
Source and Original TEDx Talk from Drew Dudley - https://youtu.be/hVCBrkrFrBE
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Episode 29: You're Fired!
July 20th, 2020 | Season 1 | 4 mins 35 secs
encouraging, getting fired, good news, inspiring, story
If you or someone you know has faced or is facing job loss during this pandemic...check out this Heidi’s own personal encouraging story.
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Episode 28: Dealing with Critics
July 13th, 2020 | Season 1 | 1 min 57 secs
Ever feel like no matter WHAT you do someone has a problem with it? I share my own fears and struggles co-owning Atlanta Voiceover Studio. Hearing this story really encouraged me and I hope it does you as well.
Let me know about what you do about critics!
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Episode 27: Creatively Stuck? Play Solitaire
July 12th, 2020 | Season 1 | 1 min 57 secs
Feeling stuck this week? Maybe a game of Solitaire will get you out of that funk. Hear how this famous lady used it to inspire her.
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Episode 26: How the War Was Won
June 29th, 2020 | Season 1 | 4 mins 38 secs
This man helped America win it's independence but you may have never heard of him...
Sources: https://www.history.com/news/battle-of-yorktown-slave-spy-james-armistead & https://www.battlefields.org/learn/biographies/james-armistead-lafayette
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Episode 25: Explore More
June 22nd, 2020 | Season 1 | 6 mins 4 secs
A lesson in exploration, loss and black history.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Henson
Featured Small Businesses
The Elite School of Etiquette, owner Carol Rey
[email protected]
https://www.theeliteschoolofetiquette.com
Signature program is for 6th - 9th graders, 10 weeks and ends with a formal dance & dinner.
first 10 students who sign up after this podcast a $50.00 off coupon of our Jr. Cotillion.Lady Sweat, owner Kathleen Donahoe
[email protected] | ladysweat.com
Lady Sweat is a catalyst for women to embrace their power, stand up taller, and inhabit their strength to make positive changes in their lives and beyond.
Access to free classes for anyone underemployed or unemployed at: www.ladysweat.com/free
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Episode 24: Radio Recliner
June 15th, 2020 | Season 1 | 4 mins 30 secs
An ad agency came up with a creative way to connect people during COVID19!
Featured Small Businesses
Chris Socci of Socci Interiors [email protected] | http://www.csocci.com/home.html
Ashante PT Stokes - (PT the Gospelspitter) Ptthegospelspitter.faithMentions
Luckie Ad Agency - https://www.luckie.com
Boutwell Studios - http://boutwellstudios.com
Radio Recliner - https://radiorecliner.comThanks to assistant Dominique Viard
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Episode 23: Smart Funny and Black
June 8th, 2020 | Season 1 | 2 mins 27 secs
This week we decided to focus on Black Joy, so we chose to talk about Amanda Seales, a black comedian, that has an amazing game show centered on the joy, culture, and contributions of black people. In the midst of the way the media portrays black people, we wanted to provide a resource of black joy created by a black woman.
blacklivesmatter
Amanda Seales social media:
Instagram: @amandaseales https://www.instagram.com/amandaseales/
SFB IG: @smartfunnyandblack https://www.instagram.com/smartfunnya...
SFB Youtube: @Smart Funny & Black Entertainment
SFB Website: https://www.smartfunnyandblack.com/
Thanks to host:
Dominique ViardSubscribe or follow on social media to get your weekly Encourage Minute:
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Episode 22: Beauty in Accidents
June 1st, 2020 | Season 1 | 4 mins 43 secs
How this accident led to a beloved book and TV series and what we can all learn from that.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diana_Gabaldon & http://www.dianagabaldon.com/books/outlander-series/
Featured Small Businesses
Killer Curls | Beth Johnson [email protected]
Linda Poff Voiceover Actor https://www.voxfab.comThanks to:
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Episode 21: Ticket to Hollywood
May 25th, 2020 | Season 1 | 6 mins 7 secs
Rejection can be heartbreaking. This is a story of people you know who didn’t take rejection as redirection.
FEATURED SMALL BUSINESSES:
1| JSK Marketing - Jenn Kjellman | https://www.jskmarketing.com
Spent 10 years in corporate America but was overrun & exhausted by the grind. She decided to take a leap of faith and start her own digital marketing consulting company! Especially passionate about helping small to medium businesses grow. Built on values of transparency, my passion is that every company I work with would feel valued and as if they’re getting someone who’s truly an extension of their team, not just a vendor.
Search Engine Marketing, Marketing Strategy, SEO, Social Media Management, Email Marketing, Blogging
Free 30 minute marketing consultation2| Atlanta Birth Center - Samantha Brooks | AtlantaBirthCenter.org
Provide a sanctuary that nurtures the lives of women and their families by providing holistic care surrounding the childbearing experience. Atlanta’s only nationally accredited, freestanding Birth Center.
Midwifery-led holistic OB/GYN careThanks to:
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Episode 20: One Tough Mother
May 18th, 2020 | Season 1 | 5 mins 44 secs
Gert's husband tragically died at 47, leaving her with a company headed towards bankruptcy and three kids. But Gert was "one tough mother."
Read more about Gert & see the ads that turned around Columbia Sportswear -
https://wizardofads.org/gert-boyles-success-secret-for-owner-operated-businesses/Featured Small Businesses:
Persist Fitness - Lily Naz
Email Lily at: [email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/pg/persistfitnessllc/community/
Health & Fitness Coach (offers virtual training)
Contact Lily for a FREE consultationNovis Opera - Clayton Romero & Brandon Duke
Copy writing, podcast production, educational videos, mixing and mastering services, sound design services.
https://www.novisopera.com
Garfield's Crossing - Narrative Podcast
In Medias ResThanks to:
Assistant Dominique Viard
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Episode 19: Started with a Trailer
May 11th, 2020 | Season 1 | 5 mins 57 secs
encouraging story, garth brooks, good news, inspiring story
You would've never guessed this guy started on a flatbed trailer. Find out who it is and what we can learn from where he started.
SMALL BUSINESSES HIGHLIGHTED
1| Remedy Films - Jamie & Jennifer Graff
Award-winning digital media agency
BOLD creativity for your company or product our team will bring a fresh perspective to your video, photography, marketing, website and social content.
Get a FREE PDF featuring "5 Ways to Pivot your Marketing Amid Covid19" by signing up for their email newsletter on their website.
https://remedyfilms.com2| Stacey Bode Photography
Weddings, maternity portraits, newborns, families, headshots, boudoir portraits, lifestyle/branding pics, and even pet portraits.
We can set up location, home, or studio sessions.
Once it's safe, I'll be offering mini studio "post pandemic" portraits on a donating-based sliding scale. I'll also be doing some discounted pricing on my standard shoot packages.
https://staceybode.com | [email protected]
Thanks to:
Assistant Dominique Viard
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Episode 18: Professional Procrastinator
May 4th, 2020 | Season 1 | 5 mins 25 secs
Are you a procrastinator? Feel frustrated at yourself for it? Well…you're actually not in bad company. This story will encourage all the procrastinators out there.
Featured Small Businesses:
1| Oil Drop Shop
Melissa Sarathy
www.oildropshop.com
Vinyl designs for home organization, bottle decals and stickers for phone cases, computers or cars.2| Ivory Lane Interiors
Sarah Mouser
Virtual Design consultations available
https://www.ivorylaneinteriors.com/virtual-design
Thanks to:
Assistant Dominique Viard
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Episode 17: Isolation Love Story
April 27th, 2020 | Season 1 | 6 mins 21 secs
Are the people you're isolating with driving you crazy?? This one couple didn't speak a word in 2.5 days because of their frustrations...but there's a good ending.
Featured Small Businesses:
1| Prophecy Products
Use code "hand10" for 15% off hand santizer
https://prophecyproducts.com2| ET Family Travel
Aly Julian will help you plan your next trip to Disney World
https://www.etfamilytravel.com
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https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/16/opinions/133-days-isolation-covid-19-relationship-lessons-manser/index.html -
Episode 16: Goat 2 Meeting
April 20th, 2020 | Season 1 | 2 mins 13 secs
Feeling discouraged because you're now out of work or have your own business during COVID19? This farm in California will inspire you and maybe even ignite an idea.
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Assistant Dominique Viard
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Read the article that inspired this: https://www.businessinsider.com/zoom-video-goat-2-meeting-llama-sweet-farm-animals-cameo-2020-4