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What happens when your values become part of your business strategy?
In a world where entrepreneurs are constantly being told to follow trends, chase algorithms, copy what's working, and build whatever sells fastest, it can be easy to lose sight of something far more important:
What do you actually stand for?
On this episode of A Better Way of Earning Talk Show, I sit down with Lexi Burton, Founder & Creative Director of The Royal Artiste, for a conversation titled:
“When Your Values Guide Your Brand”
We're talking about what happens when creativity meets purpose—and when the person behind the business refuses to separate who they are from what they build.
From developing an authentic brand identity to creating trust, nurturing community, and turning creative passion into opportunity, this conversation challenges entrepreneurs to think beyond how their brand looks and consider what their brand represents.
Because your brand isn't simply your colors, logo, website, or social media presence.
Your brand is also the experience people have with your values.

Women's safety has become one of the most important conversations in today's transportation industry. Rather than waiting for someone else to solve the problem, Kimberly Evans decided to build the solution herself.
In this inspiring episode of A Better Way of Earning, guest host Denise Griffin sits down with Kimberly to discuss her journey from entrepreneur and corporate professional to Founder and CEO of Just Her Rideshare and Just Her Hub. Together they explore the challenges of launching a mission-driven company, creating opportunities for women entrepreneurs, and proving that business success and social impact can go hand in hand.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, innovator, or someone passionate about creating meaningful change, this conversation offers valuable insights into leadership, resilience, and building businesses that truly serve people.

What happens when the economy is stressful…and so are YOU?
We talk a lot about surviving difficult seasons financially and professionally. But we don't talk nearly enough about what those seasons are doing to us mentally, emotionally, and physically.
On this episode of A Better Way of Earning Talk Show, I sit down with Lisa Barnes, Lifestyle Wellness Specialist and Founder of Celebrating You, The Spa, for an important conversation:
“Wellness in a Stressful Economy.”
Lisa reminds us that wellness isn't something we earn after everything else gets done. And it certainly isn't reserved for people with unlimited time or money.
We’re talking about recognizing the effects of chronic stress, creating realistic self-care practices, finding balance when life feels anything BUT balanced, and understanding why caring for ourselves is an investment in our ability to keep showing up for the people, careers, businesses, and dreams that matter to us.
Because you can't continuously pour from an empty cup and expect the cup not to eventually crack.
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Many entrepreneurs wear "doing it all" like a badge of honor—but what if it's actually costing you the business you're working so hard to build?
In this insightful episode of A Better Way of Earning, Dr. Michelle S. Thomas sits down with creative operations strategist Denise L. Griffin, Founder of The C-Suite by Connect, to discuss one of the biggest obstacles facing today's entrepreneurs: believing they have to do everything themselves.
Drawing from years of helping founders, creatives, philanthropists, and high-growth businesses build sustainable operations, Denise explains why systems—not stress—are the true foundation of long-term success.
Whether you're launching your first business or scaling your tenth, this conversation will help you rethink productivity, leadership, and what it really takes to build without burning out.

What happens when the career you thought would carry you into your next chapter suddenly ends?
Sometimes the greatest challenge isn't finding another job. It's learning how to separate who you are from what you did.
In this powerful episode of A Better Way of Earning, Dr. Michelle S. Thomas sits down with Fattar Thomas for a deeply personal conversation about navigating an unexpected career transition—and learning to see disruption not simply as loss, but as an opportunity to rediscover your skills, rebuild your confidence, and make room for a new purpose.
Today, Fattar has stepped into a new chapter as Vice President of Business Development at Gallery Carts Inc., but getting there required more than updating a résumé. It required restructuring mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically.
This conversation explores what happens when we stop asking:
“Why did this happen to me?”
and begin asking:
“What can I become from here?”
If you—or someone you love—is navigating a layoff, career transition, retirement, business change, or simply wondering what's next, share this episode with them.
Sometimes an ending isn't asking you to go backward.
It's creating room for what comes next.
 
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If the career, title, or role you have today suddenly changed, what skills, experiences, relationships, or parts of yourself could you carry forward into your next chapter?
Join our ABWE Community and let's continue the conversation: your career is something you build—but your value is something you carry. ❤️

What if the greatest opportunity you could create for someone isn't a job...
But a new perspective?
Join Dr. Michelle S. Thomas as she sits down with entrepreneur and opportunity creator Subrina Sturgis Wilson for an inspiring conversation about legacy, leadership, service, and helping others experience life beyond the limits they've been taught to accept.
From taking her very first flight after the age of 30 to now helping families create unforgettable travel experiences around the world, Subrina shares how exposure creates awareness, awareness expands possibilities, and opportunities can transform generations.
Whether you're building a business, mentoring others, or simply looking for inspiration to dream bigger, this conversation will encourage you to create opportunities that leave lasting impact.
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