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    In The Soles Of...The Podcast

    Have you ever wondered what it was like to walk a mile in the shoes of someone else? Beyoncè? Oprah? Bill Gates? Your neighbor? Or anyone who is living in your dream career, industry, or life? What is their story? What lessons have they learned along the way? What were their greatest challenges & mistakes? What is actually behind their highlight reel? Truth is, we have all explored this idea, whether it’s getting lost in the latest novel, Instagram page, choosing a career or our next wellness routine. The good news is, if you’ve thought about this, you’re not alone and happen to be in the right place. In The Soles Of… The Podcast is storytelling that meets at the intersection of motivation and the journey. Think of it as the brainchild of Socrates and Mother Goose. Your host, Shaniece Jones, steps into the soles of inspiring individuals sharing their stories and bringing you the lessons, tips, and motivation for YOU to blaze a trail vs. emulate one. My hope is that this podcast will contribute to inclusion, build confidence, help you believe that you are #morethanenough, and bring about change in the world as we use the power of storytelling, the common thread that weaves us all together. Your story matters!
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    Episodes (17)

    Rewind: Confidence w/ Dolvett Quince

    Rewind: Confidence w/ Dolvett Quince

    As season 2 has come to an end, I decided that considering the climate of the world right now and I am sure many of us experiencing the setback of COVID, it would be a good time to find the confidence to push forward with our dreams no matter what. I am throwing it back to the episode with Dolvett Quince. 

    Sidebar: I have a major announcement coming on the next released episode. 

    Episode 15: The Main Ingredient in Lemonade w/ Idalia Salsamendi

    Episode 15: The Main Ingredient in Lemonade w/ Idalia Salsamendi

    When you think of the hands behind the magic...Idalia Salsamendi is the hands and the voice behind the magic of a number of brands. This one is too good to keep from you guys because I thought about saving this interview, but it would be so wrong to keep it hostage. If you know Chriselle Lim then trust me you are going to want to know Idalia and step into her soles to discover her journey, lessons that she learned the hard way, how she handles "No", her drive. Grab a pen & a journal because trust me you're going to want to take note of this episode. Idalia is bringing the heat! 

    Show Idalia some love on social media at @idaliasalsamendi and visit her website www.idaliasalsamendi.com

    As promised enter the promo code SOLES50 on her website to receive a deal on one of her kits, or as I like to think of them as the blueprint that is guaranteed to help you level up in your career and/or business. (Note: Code is active 5/27-6/1)

    Follow this link to explore the various kits she has made available just for you: https://idaliasalsamendi.com/online-shop/

     

    Episode 14: Finding Peace In The Pivot w. Tracey Lomrantz-Lester

    Episode 14: Finding Peace In The Pivot w. Tracey Lomrantz-Lester

    Disclaimer: Please excuse the technical difficulty in the intro, gets better after a few seconds. Working on scouting out better equipment. 

    This week we step into the soles of Tracey Lomrantz-Lester. You may have seen her beautiful face grace the tv on Good Morning America or read an article or many on Glamour.Com. She has been coined the MVP of Fashion & Tech but truly Tracey is just one that you cannot find enough words to define her, she really is that great. Step into her soles and discover her journey, lessons she learned the hard way, and how she found peace in the pivot, something many of us are experiencing during these hard times. She also makes an announcement, heard here first on In The Soles about her newest pivot. Listen in to find out where she is off to next after leaving her most recent position at the startup Choosy! 

    Follow Tracey on social media at @traceylomrantz. Show her some love and drop her a note if this episode has helped you in any way.  

    Be sure to subscribe to the podcast 

    Episode 13: The Plan Changed, Now What?

    Episode 13: The Plan Changed, Now What?

    In this episode, I open up about what happens when plans change and don't play out the way you expect it to. Does it mean you have to change your dream or do you make a slight adjustment to how you expected to get to the end goal? There were 2 scriptures that led me to record this episode and also write out a timeline from college graduation to current day 2020. Listen in, because ya girl gets transparent and lets you in on one of the many lessons she had to learn the hard way. 

    If you are listening to this episode, you are already supporting the show but there is more you can do! If you haven't shared it or dropped me a comment & rating, please be sure to do so! 

    I am grateful for your support on this journey! 

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    Episode 12: Self-Care: Luxury or Priority?

    Episode 12: Self-Care: Luxury or Priority?

    Is self-care a luxury or a priority? What is self-care? There is no better time than quarantine-time to define self-care for yourself and find your groove. Self-care has become a vital part of taking care of my anxiety disorder and overall brings peace to my life. Yes, you read correctly, I have dealt with anxiety for most of my life and I talk a little bit about it right here in this episode. 

    In this episode, find out what self-care is and a few things that you can try on for size right now to jumpstart your self-care routine. 

    Thank you for your support during this time, if you or someone you know is dealing with anxiety or an anxiety disorder, be sure to share this episode with them! 

    Your support means the world so please be sure to share the show, rate, and hit the subscribe button. 

    Episode 11: Trust Your Gut, It's A Real Thing W/ Dr. Negbenebor

    Episode 11: Trust Your Gut, It's A Real Thing W/ Dr. Negbenebor

    Did you know that you can really trust your gut? The way quarantine 15 has been trying to sneak up on me, I am not too sure my gut and I have an understanding. In this week's episode, I step into the soles of my Gastroenterologist a.k.a my Gut Doctor, Dr. Darlene Negbenebor's shoes as she discusses the importance of trusting your gut, why some diets work, what exactly is leaky gut, why do the "bad" things taste soo darn good, and so much more. You are sure to gain an understanding of how important the gut is to your overall health and how there is really a mind-body connection! Turn the volume up, ya girl get's a little personal as well. 

    Connect with Dr. Darlene Negbenebor here http://stamfordgastro.com/ 

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    Episode 10: Dr. Lara Fielding: Clinical Psychologist

    Episode 10: Dr. Lara Fielding: Clinical Psychologist

    "Mama said there'd be days like this, there'd be days like this my mama said"- The Shirelles said it all except my mama did not tell me I would be faced with experiencing a quarantine nor a pandemic. If there was nothing else to make us adults faster, the current state of our world surely has. 

    I can bet my COVID-19  stimulus check that no one enjoys the feeling of not being in control. Although you may not currently have the freedom and control of when you can leave your house, there is something that you still have an ability to control, and that is your mind. 

    Today's guest Dr. Lara Fielding, a clinical psychologist that specializes in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,  is dropping tips to help us get centered and understand the power of mindfulness. Join us as she lets us step into her soles, engage in a moment of meditation, and helps us tap into and find out what it really means to be an emotional grown-up. 

    We explore her book, Mastering Adulthood, which I discovered on my many Barnes & Noble takeovers and also talk about finding our purpose, "North Star" as she calls it. 

    I believe that this episode is needed during a time such as this! Let's dig deep into what it really means to be an adult and cope with the emotional effects of life so we can grow up together. 

    Be sure to follow her on IG: @mindful_mastery 

    Dr. Lara Fielding website: www.mindful-mastery.com 

    Book: Mastering Adulthood found on Amazon, Audible, Barnes & Noble  

     

     

     

     

     

    Episode 09: Allow Me To Reintroduce Myself...

    Episode 09: Allow Me To Reintroduce Myself...

    As I was torn between the lyrics of Jay-Z or a quote from Friday "It's Friday...and you ain't got *** to do" but instead I was going to replace it with, we are on lockdown and we don't have anything to do but listen to podcasts, dream, wash our hands a million times and whatever else creativity we can come up with. 

    Listen in as I handle the first line of business. If you are a Solemate and have been rocking with me from the very beginning, hit play!

    On a serious note, be sure to tune in to this episode and the episodes to follow. We will relaunch on April 8, 2020, so if you aren't subscribed make sure you subscribe and rate the show. I have also been working on a really awesome newsletter that I am going to launch bi-weekly so be sure to head over to www.inthesolesof.com and drop your email. 

    I look forward to lacing our lives together as we become Solemates here on In The Soles Of The Podcast.

     

    Episode 08: Confidence Is Key with Dolvett Quince

    Episode 08: Confidence Is Key with Dolvett Quince

    " Confidence: is a feeling of self-assurance arising from one's appreciation of one's own abilities or qualities."

    Who would you become if you had the confidence to risk what you deem as comfortable, like your 9 to 5 or 6 figure salary, to live the life you've always dreamed of? What if I told you confidence was the key to unlock your greatest potential? Everything you think, say and do affect your confidence. So if you are constantly telling yourself that you don't have the ability to reach that dream or goal, then you will surely affect your confidence and decrease your ability to succeed. I believe that the first stage in developing confidence is monitoring your self-talk.

    In today's episode, we have the privilege to step into the soles of my friend Dolvett Quince. If you don't recognize the name, head on over to social media and search @dolvett, you are sure to recognize that smile that brings light to the rooms he is in. Or, you may simply recognize him from his 7 seasons as a trainer on NBC's TV show, "The Biggest Loser." Dolvett is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Celebrity Fitness Trainer, and Personal Development Expert with 20+ years of experience empowering people to turn potential into strength. 

    Dolvett was the perfect guest to discuss confidence and it as the key to unlocking the doors to some of the most hidden strengths within that once unlocked will bring success to various areas of your life. Dolvett's story is one that is sure to inspire you! As much confidence, joy, and success that Dolvett has now, it was not always his story. From foster care to the biggest loser his journey is one that we can all relate in some way especially knowing that when life happens to us we can either decide to give up or tap into that internal resource called confidence that will give us a determination to keep going no matter what it takes. This is a man that has gone through the fire and come out an even more rare and precious stone. 

    Listen in as Dolvett shares his greatest insecurity. Be sure to note that even with all his confidence he is constantly evolving enhancing his passion & grit, all while overcoming his insecurity. Find out if Dolvett wears socks with his dress shoes or has he received the fashion memo? Overall, he is dropping serious nuggets and you're not going to want to miss this. 

    This episode was one that I really enjoyed, so you're pretty much listening in on two friends catch up after a long time. 

    Topics Discussed In This Episode: 

    • Overcome self-doubt 
    • Dolvett shares his story about foster care & overcoming 
    • Nuggets of inspiration & a great tweetable
    • Paygrade Negotiation 
    • Setting your personal environment 
    • How to un-become so you can become 
    • Passion and Grit 
    • So much more!! 

    Support Shaniece & The Podcast! 

    Connect with our guest Dolvett Quince on social media at: @dolvett

    Website: www.dolvett.com

    Stay Tuned for his new podcast and book. 

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    Instagram - @therealshaniecejones 

    Twitter - @inthesolesof

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    Episode 07: Passion & Grit

    Episode 07: Passion & Grit

    In Today's episode, Jasmine Matsoyan (@jasminematsoyan) and I are discussing Passion & Grit. Jasmine is a paralegal at Hallmark, business owner of @elitebakerycafe in Sacramento, and content manager. Based on my experience and research, I believe it is the true key to success in any area of your life and you can't have one without the other. Cue the Love & Marriage theme song with Al Bundy.

    If we can be real with ourselves, we all have been on the search for the "secret" to success. Reading books to watching documentaries/movies like The Secret but yet we still feel as if the key to unlock the code has still not been found. 

    For the next 54 minutes let's lock in on this idea of passion & grit. Are you passionate or gritty? Are you both? Is this a character trait your born with or can you develop it? As a reference, we do discuss the work of Angela Lee Duckworth who I hope to get on the podcast! 

    "Over time, grit is what separates fruitful lives from aimlessness" - John Ortberg

    Topics Discussed In This Episode: 

    • What is passion?
    • What is grit?
    • Shaniece's ah-ha moment 
    • Passion Vs. Interest
    • Is obsession just passion on steroids? 
    • Discover the greater mission of your work
    • Grit vs Hardwork 
    • Find out Shaniece's first business
    • Fixed Mindset vs. Growth Mindset 
    • Why Grit & Passion is the real key to success
    • Find your passion by looking back into your adolescence
    • Find your grit by envisioning your future

    Connect with Shaniece on social media:

    Instagram - @therealshaniecejones 

    Twitter - @inthesolesof

    Website: www.inthesolesof.com

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    Episode 06: Travel Like A Minimalist

    Episode 06: Travel Like A Minimalist

    In today's episode your stepping into my size 41's and getting a glimpse of how ya girl travel's like a minimalist, no checked bags on this flight! 

    After thousands of miles traveled each year, I think it's safe to say I am pretty much an expert in this department and I have this travel thing in the bag. Growing up my dad would call me a "bag lady" because I was always on the move somewhere, welp I think it's safe to say it had a purpose.

    Make sure you listen in as I drop a few nuggets on how I often bypass the line at TSA even when I arrive 30-45 minutes before my flight. 

    ** I took some time to compile my years of travel into 5 steps to Master The Art Of Business Travel. It is a FREE.99 downloadable resource that you receive by joining my network. It's 2 easy steps, head over to www.inthesolesof.com and share your email address. 

    Topics Discussed In This Episode: 

    • What is minimalism? 
    • TSA & The Greatest Invention
    • Airport Lounges
    • Traveling Light Benefits
    • My Greatest Travel Pet Peeve 
    • Your Carry-On
    • Shaniece's Past Life
    • Gamechanger Nuggets 

    Connect with Shaniece on social media:

    Instagram - @therealshaniecejones 

    Twitter - @inthesolesof

    Website: www.inthesolesof.com

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    Episode 05: How To Say "No"

    Episode 05: How To Say "No"

    Do you feel bad when you say "No"? Many of us do especially when it comes down to saying no to the very person that writes your check. In today's episode, we are doing things a little bit different. I have decided to incorporate a segment called Q&A. I am sure you have heard of this before, pretty much you submit your questions and ya girl gets you an answer. 

    Today I am answering questions from one of our listeners. She has a problem with saying no but is also seeking answers on how to balance new responsibilities. Find out the most important thing I have done to date to not only help me say no and not feel bad about it. It's important to realize that saying no is also healthy and when it comes from a good place, nothing can come against your reasoning of why you said no. 

    Episode 04: Hope Is The Key..It's The MAJOR. Key

    Episode 04: Hope Is The Key..It's The MAJOR. Key

    Can you really have it all? Often times we ask what is the key to success? Not realizing that the key is oftentimes found within us as opposed to outside of us. We look for someone to make our dream happen or we try and copy the exact formula that worked for someone else. In the words of DJ Khalid, "Major Key Alert"  everything we need to be rockstars is in us!

    Today we are stepping into the soles of Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, actor, voice coach MAJOR. Mr. "Why I Love You" and the HOPE Dealer himself. We discuss what life was like being classmates with Beyoncè, just kidding, but he did attend the same school as her, so that speaks for itself. However, we do talk about the key to success and your dream career and life. Believe it or not, it's actually found in you opposed to outside of you! There are so many MAJOR. keys and tools that you can start using right now, to take your life and career to the next level. MAJOR. discusses how to write the scene of your life, your story, and the required ingredients to your legacy. 

    Trust me, I know I say this about most of the episodes but this one you're going to want to listen to probably twice. Just listen so you can get a good laugh regarding a moment in school where his wit got him in trouble and of course for The Sole Truth Nothing But The Truth Round where he talks about his relationship to Queen Latifah. 

    Episode 03: I Am More Than My Title with Misty Anderson

    Episode 03: I Am More Than My Title with Misty Anderson

    "What's in a name? that which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet" - William Shakespeare 

    If I may so myself, Shakespeare was on to something when he wrote this in Romeo & Juliet. Juliet pretty much is complaining that his name is meaningless. If the rose had any other name it would still be the same, a rose. 

    So, I want to table a question...What's In A Title? Whether you have a title or not, it's not that which defines you. I believe that there are so many other ingredients that define who we are as individuals. Unfortunately, we are in the day and age where social media, as well as pockets of America, place emphasis on your title and the number of followers one has. It determines how much you will be paid and sometimes how you are respected in different circles and environments. 

    In an effort, to cause a movement that will break the negative stigma and pressure off of being defined by a title, today's episode is geared towards just that. 

    We step Into The Soles Of...Misty Anderson who doubles as the force support behind Erica Cambpell (Mary Mary) and operations manager to a music label, My Block Inc. She truly is more than her title. We are discussing how to show up no matter what level you are in the organization, how you can define your role and not let it define you, and so many other inspirational nuggets that will help you get to write your own story, define who you are, and how you choose to show up in the world. 

    Be sure to listen all the way through for the segment, The Sole Truth & Nothing But The Truth, and find out her nickname. Here is a hint, it's a character from Nickelodeon. Find out the must-have books for your career that you must order ASAP. 

     

    Episode 02: Manifesting A 7 Figure Business with Lauren Messiah

    Episode 02: Manifesting A 7 Figure Business with Lauren Messiah

    Can you really manifest a 7 figure business or a house in the middle of Los Angeles, CA as an entrepreneur, I mean let's not talk about the kind of Monayyy that requires? Or manifest an opportunity to meet Steve Harvey? 

    In this episode, I sit down with LA's most in-demand personal stylist & 7 figure online business owner Lauren Messiah. Lauren has helped women literally all around the globe from London to Kuwait level-up their lives through the art and tool of style. She goes beyond just dressing women but ends up helping them grow confidence in so many other areas of their lives. 

    Listen in as we discuss the importance of setting goals, how to tackle them, creating a vision board, how to redefine failure, and how to invest in yourself even when or if you're interning or living off an unemployment check. The truth is your goals and dreams can really manifest and become a reality.

    Check out the segment "The Sole Truth Nothing But The Truth" as Lauren shares the top hitter on her playlist that she calls her money-making song.  

    What's one goal that is so big that you know will take prayer and maybe the Lord himself making his debut on earth earlier than we all expected? 

    If you never thought about it or thought that maybe it is impossible for it to even manifest because you have the mindset "things like that don't happen for people like me," I want you to first pull out a sheet of paper and write 50 times, I will not think that things like that don't happen for people like me, I am kidding but that's the old school punishment way. But really, throw that thought out the damn window and write down a goal and or a dream that's bigger than you really want to see come to past. I once thought that way and sometimes it creeps back in but I've learned how to fight it by reciting positive affirmations and truths of the bible to myself. 

    Take 5 minutes and do this exercise before you hit play on this episode! 

     

    Episode 01: The True Cost Of Purpose with Sarah Jakes Roberts

    Episode 01: The True Cost Of Purpose with Sarah Jakes Roberts

    Entrepreneur or 9 to 5'er, working in your purpose comes with a cost. 

    How much? Well, I thought you'd never ask. 

    The topic of discussion these days revolves around one word that has become the million-dollar word, PURPOSE. Everyone is on a quest to seek their purpose. 

    What happens when you discover your purpose and land a job to begin to fulfill that purpose? What should you charge or ask for in terms of a salary? What valuation do you place on your talent, time, and yourself? Are you willing to walk away if the finances aren't where you want them to be? 

    In this episode, I sit down with Speaker & Author Sarah Jakes Roberts. The Oprah to my Gayle. She has made an impact on millions of women all around the world with her movement known as Woman Evolve. She has truly become a modern businesswoman, with her online clothing store, podcast, and so many other ventures. Listen in on how she shares what goes into negotiating her rate as a speaker as well as rates when she is looking to hire contractors and employees. 

    This conversation is real and candid. Listen in on she shares her journey and find out during 'The Sole Truth Nothing But The Truth' about her run-in with a mouse as well as a few other golden nuggets and fun facts about Mrs. Sarah Jakes Roberts.