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SEASON 2; Episode 11: Sherri O. spoke with Marcy Lambert-Pellegrino, owner of Marcy's Pet Kitchen, an all-natural dog treat company that uses fresh ingredients you can ACTUALLY see. Marcy's Pet Kitchen aims to provide the very best for your best friend. Her story started in late fall 2021 when her family welcomed Barkley, a silver Labrador. They decided then to give him fresh, healthy food and provide him with nutritious homemade meals.

In this episode, we discuss:

·  Why she embarked on this business path;

·  How she makes Marcy's Pet Kitchen treats;

·  Treat flavors and;

·  Her advice for those wanting to start a business.

Pamper your pets with treats from Marcy's Pet Kitchen.

To contact Marcy Pellegrino:

https://marcyspetkitchen.com/

www.linkedin.com/in/sassimdesigns/
sassi_mdesigns@yahoo.com

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This is an introduction to a Mature Allure series called Conversations in Midlife with Sherri O. and Susan Nefzger. Mature Allure® isn’t just a brand; it’s a movement. It’s about inspiring women over 40 to embrace the beauty and wisdom that comes with age. It’s about sharing knowledge, fostering self-discovery, and celebrating the allure of maturity. It’s about defining what it means to age gracefully and confidently. We invite you to check it out and then drop us topic suggestions in the comments.

Happy International Women's Day!
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SEASON 2; Episode 10: Sherri O. spoke with Tori-Ann Hampton. Tori-Ann, an Instructional Designer and Facilitator empowers learners through innovative and engaging educational experiences. As a lifelong learner herself, she has nearly 20 years of experience in the education industry and has dedicated her career to designing transformative learning experiences. As an Instructional Designer, she collaborates with educators, subject matter experts, and stakeholders to create dynamic, learner-centered curricula that foster critical thinking and mastery of skills.

In this episode, we discuss:

·   What is an instructional designer;

·   Why small companies need instructional designers;

·   The time and effort that goes into custom designing programs;

·   How Tori-Ann pivoted into this field.

To contact Tori-Ann Hampton:
linkedin.com/in/toriannhampton
tori.hampton@gmail.com

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SEASON 2; Episode 9: Sherri O. had an enlightening conversation with Terri Britt. Terri, an inspirational speaker and former Miss USA, has been enlightening and empowering women to own their worth and become leaders of love for nearly 20 years. She is the award-winning author of The Enlightened Mom, Message Sent, and her newest e-book, Women Leaders of Love: How to End the #1 Massive Mistake Women Make & Unleash Your Greatest Act of Service! Terri is also a former entertainment news anchor and has appeared on Today, NBC NY, Fox National News, and Good Day Atlanta.

In this episode, we discuss:

·    Having conversations with your "inner girl;"

·    Owning your worth;

·    Discovering what you want and how to get it;

·    Transformational thinking;

·    Showing yourself and one another grace and love

To contact Terri Britt:
https://terribritt.com/
info@terribritt.com

706-865-9564

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SEASON 2; Episode 8: Sherri O. and Camille Wright Felton had a great conversation about photography. Camille, a professional photographer, owns Category 5 Photography. She believes: "No one should settle for a profile photo that's just "okay" because they’re short on time. And no one should miss out on opportunities because their headshot doesn't immediately grab the viewer's attention. Everyone deserves a headshot that is not only eye-catching but also truly reflects their personality."

In this episode, we discuss:

·    Why having a good headshot is important.

·    What makes a good headshot.

·    How often should you update your headshot.

·    What to expect during a photo session.

·    How to prepare for a photo shoot.

·    Headshot uses - job profile, dating profiles, acting/entertainment, etc

To contact Camille Wright Felton:
https://www.category5photography.com/
Info@Category5Photography.com

404-594-2285

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SEASON 2; Episode 7: Sherri O. and Elly Klein, a professional dating mentor, talk about how to have a Happy Valentine’s Day. Elly is the owner of Your Dating Bestie, a community and podcast where she helps single women go from 'dating sucks' to dating success and find their "Mr. Right" – ASAP. She shares tips for dating in midlife and talks about how opening yourself up to being in a relationship with someone in your “maybe” category can possibly take you down the aisle. 

In this episode, we discuss:

·         How to handle Valentine’s Day if you’re in a new relationship.

·         Advice on how to make the day fun.

·         Setting expectations.

·         How to enjoy the day if you’re not in a relationship.

·         Not letting social media get you down and more.

To contact Elly Klein:
https://www.ellyklein.com/
elly@ellyklein.com

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SEASON 2; Episode 6: Sherri O. had a great conversation with Carla Cherry, founder of Cherry Productions. Carla works with “A community of big-doers.” She coaches serious business owners on how to create the offer that gets the profits. Her “Power Pack 2 Profit” program helps leaders delving into entrepreneurship reach immeasurable heights. Focusing on output and outreach, her methods can make your business and you fully shine.

In this episode, Carla shares her experience and valuable business tips and explains how showing up for one another is necessary – no solopreneurs here. To contact her, visit Cherry Productions or book a time to chat with her at Coffee with Carla Cherry.

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SEASON 2; Episode 5: Sherri O. spoke with Takisha Bromell founder of GirlFriday Business Solutions. From calendar management to C-Suite support, her GirlFriday team of experts helps with your business needs. She launched her business in 2018 with a vision to partner skilled executive assistants and project managers with business owners from all backgrounds. An experienced business strategist, Takisha has added significant value to company infrastructures through collaboration, strategic workflows, supporting team development, and establishing proven proficient customer service tactics. 

In this episode, Takisha shares insight into her business, work ethic, team, and dreams.

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SEASON 2; Episode 4: Sherri O. chats with the owners of a stunning luxury vacation rental - The Nelson Manor. Tarus and Yolanda Nelson have a beautiful house nestled in a mature community, situated just a few miles away from National Harbor and Washington DC, making it a perfect choice for those who want to experience the best of both worlds. This house features five spacious bedrooms, two modern bathrooms, and all the amenities you need to enjoy a comfortable and luxurious stay. They discuss how they came about owning this property and what made them decide to start a vacation rental business.

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SEASON 2; Episode 3: Sherri O. has an enlightening conversation with Lauriann Greene founder of Hair Loss Heroines. They discuss hair loss in women, the treatments (oral and procedures), and how to handle feelings associated with it. Lauriann lost about half her hair 40+ years ago and was so upset she swore that she would never leave the house again. After educating herself about hair loss, visiting various doctors, and undergoing treatments, she made it her mission to help women overcome the challenges of hair loss.

Lauriann, a healthcare coach, medical researcher, and author of a bestselling medical textbook created Hair Loss Heroines to provide services to women with hair loss. Her program addresses all aspects of hair loss in a holistic way to help them let go of old beliefs about beauty and femininity that make them feel inadequate; teaches them techniques to calm their minds and spirit and feel ready to take the necessary action to effectively treat your hair loss.

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SEASON 2; Episode 2: Entrepreneurs … this one is for you. Sherri O. spoke to Karen Vick host of The Guiding Brands Podcast. Her podcast assists small business owners who want to learn more about how to use marketing to grow their businesses. Karen is a web designer and digital marketer with over 20 years of experience helping businesses of all types achieve success online. As the founder of Island Design Studio (now DBA Guiding Brands), Karen has worked with start-ups and established enterprises in a wide range of industries, from real estate and photography to non-profits and e-commerce. Karen’s expertise in digital marketing has earned her numerous awards, including the PuroClean One Team Award and the 2019 American Business Award Gold Stevie Award for Achievement in User Interface Design. She’s also a dynamic teacher and public speaker, leading training, and coaching sessions for organizations across Florida.

Whether you're just starting or looking to improve your marketing efforts, The Guiding Brands Podcast is the go-to resource for small business owners looking to succeed.

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SEASON 2; Episode 1: Happy New Year! It’s 2024 and we’re sure that in keeping with tradition, many of you have New Year’s resolutions. Mature Allure is here to help. Sherri O. talked to Krissy Metzler, Jessica Clancy, and Kate Wade of the Goalden System about goal setting and making New Year's resolutions. These ladies are more than just life coaches. They’re behavioral specialists dedicated to helping you transform into the best version of yourself!

The Goalden System is a company that helps individuals, from high-school students to business professionals, unleash their potential. Through their Hive & Thrive Program, they’ve helped countless individuals like yourself realize their full potential and reach new heights. With a focus on accountability, consistency, and visualization, the program guides you through the process of setting meaningful and achievable goals and provides the tools and resources necessary to track your progress and stay motivated along the way.

Are you ready to crush your 2024 goals? Listen here for insight on how.

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Sherri O. spoke with PR executive, Danica Bunch, owner of DanicaB PR. Danica is a Public Relations and Strategic Communications professional with a skillset and acumen for business strategy, leadership support, and coaching. She has held a range of senior leadership roles in both government and the private/commercial sector managing public affairs, advocacy, and investor relations. Sherri O. talked to her about the importance of businesses having a PR strategy, even if it seems like the business may not need it. They also chatted about PR vs. Marketing. Lots of business small business owners understand the need for a marketing strategy but forgo PR.

DanicB PR works with all-sized businesses and enterprises to find the words, positioning, and connections to grow and achieve their goals – no matter the challenges her agency has the full-service offerings to meet your needs. If you want to take your PR to the next level, let Danica Bunch help.

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Sherri O. had a wonderful conversation about style with Jane Vandermeer of Finesse Your Style. Jane, a personal styling expert, gives women in business the tools to authentically redefine their look into an effortlessly chic appearance. Jane's unparalleled insights into human behavior and fashion have solidified her position as an influential figure in the industry. Her remarkable ability to decode a person's character through their clothing choices enables her to provide tailored solutions that address the specific needs and aspirations of her clients.  

Finesse Your Style is a boutique bra nd of holistic and soulful personal styling services, built on the pillars of education, support, and empowerment.  

Sherri O. and life coach Ranise Gillespie discuss how to live the life you desire, as well as how to get through the holidays when you're feeling a little down and out. Ranise, who is a wonderful listener and knows exactly how to help you get where you want to be in life, assists women in midlife to achieve their goals.  

If you're feeling confused, frustrated, anxious, or overwhelmed from working to change your life, and you keep getting the same results... Ranise can help. To learn more about Ranise Gillespie, visit https://www.ranisegillespie.com/.   

We Wild Women! Sherri O. chatted with Renee Warren, PR guru and the owner of the We Wild Women public relations agency. Renee, an author, speaker, mom of two, coffee drinker, Leo, and fellow entrepreneur talks about how PR can work for your business. She shares tips on how female entrepreneurs can show up as the wildly confident business owners they’re meant to be. Sherri O. and Renee discuss managing family and business; the one key piece of PR advice every small business owner should follow; and the definition of the popular word “brand.” Visit We Wild Women.  

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Sherri O. had an enlightening and wonderful chat with Honesty Liller. Honesty is a certified peer recovery specialist and the CEO of The McShin Foundation. An addiction and recovery expert in long-term recovery from an opiate addiction, Honesty has been featured on FOX News, PBS, and CBS's Face the Nation. Sherri O. and Honesty discuss addiction and recovery, her book Scattered Pink: A Diary of a Woman in Recovery, and more. Honesty is the mom of two amazing kids, the wife to her soul mate, and a dog mom to Shelby Monroe and Rocky. 

If you or someone you know is suffering from an addiction and would like help, contact (nationally) SAMHSA – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or if you’re in the Richmond, VA area, The McShin Foundation at (804) 249-1845.  

Sherri O. had a delightful conversation with Bracha Goetz, a Harvard-educated author of over 40 children's books. Bracha, her son, and daughter-in-law run The Goetz Bookshop and Publishing House which specializes in children's books. Sherri O. (who herself has written a children’s book entitled I’m a Different Butterfly) and Bracha talk about the fundamentals of writing books for young children and where Bracha’s inspiration comes from… As a Jewish woman, she writes books she wished she had growing up, showing characters that represent her. They also chatted about Bracha’s most recent book, for adults, called Nourish the Soul, a raw and candid memoir of her as an observant Jew who learned how to overcome food addiction joyfully. You can also find Bracha’s books on Amazon.
 

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November is National Family Court Awareness Month. Are you living through the nightmare that is a not-so-friendly custody battle? Sherri O. chats with Renee Rodriguez, owner of The Best Foot Forward, about how to make this intense and trying time bearable with The Custody Blueprint. As someone who has been through her own battle for child custody, Renee uses her years of expertise, strategy, and quick understanding and assessment to create a superbly organized body of evidence, using categorized templates to provide documentation that helps the court get a clear picture of a co-parenting relationship for her clients.

Renee also shares advice on how best to get through the holidays when dealing with a manipulative ex-partner. Her tips are sure to keep smiles on the kids' faces and peace in your home.

Sherri O. sat down with CJ Scarlet, otherwise known as “The Badass Grandma.” A grandmother of three, danger expert, victim advocate, and crime survivor herself, CJ talks about how to keep your children safe, the best way to help them if they’ve encountered a dangerous situation, and how you can be a “badass” parent or grandparent too. 

The author of Badass Parenting, Heroic Parenting, The Badass Girl’s Guide (which speaks to outwitting predators), and Neptune’s Gift, CJ served as executive director of a child advocacy center for abused children and as Director of Victims Issues for the NC Attorney General’s Office. She also volunteered for SafeChild’s “Funny Tummy” program, which teaches first graders about how to say “no” and who to tell if they encounter dangerous people. Visit CJScartlet for more.  

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