Business Mentorship, Keepin’ It Real

Hosted by Trish Tonaj

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Aug 2026

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Business mentorship featuring entrepreneurs who are passionate about their buisness and participate in the ShareYourStories.online guest blog series. We are Keepin’ It Real as we share lightbulb moments and 3 words of advice. Our mission is to increase the visibility of each business, encourage collaboration and build connections in the community through storytelling. The primary purpose of this podcast is to introduce the person behind the logo - entrepreneurs and their great ideas. The views and opinions shared are those of the guests and their participation does not imply any endorsement of them, their products or services. ” We create a buzz about your biz”

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August 21, 2026Episode 28333 min

Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real “How to Publish Your Book with Author and Publisher” Amanda Wais

Business Mentorship; ““How to Publish Your Book ” Keepin' It Real with Author and Publisher Amanda Wais Season 7 Episode #283 Amanda Wais is the founder of Cheeky Scribe. She is a speaker, award winning author, editor and publisher who now helps others write and publish their stories. Our guest joins us from Calumet, Michigan. A few of the highlights: 1. Start your book with a purpose 2. Don't be your own proof reader 3. Your book is the “foundation” for a bigger revenue stream Read Amanda' s story in our guest blog and connect here. Amanda thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We appreciate your tips and advice on how to write the words to share our stories while leaving a lasting impact AND create a solid revenue stream. Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music. We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real. “Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs” "Together, We Are Making A Difference; One Story At A Time"

August 14, 2026Episode 28228 min

Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real “Push Buttons to Provoke Change” with Dr Alexandra and Steve Gilmore.

Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real “Push Buttons to Provoke Change” with Dr Alexandra and Steve Gilmore. Season 7 Episode #282 Alexandra and Steve work together as business coaches sharing thought leadership on persistence and perseverance. Alex has authored the book “Unshaken but Stirred” and they use the SHIFT Framework with their clients helping leaders to act decisively. They going to share their story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes into their partnership and unique definition for success. Our guest joins us from Auckland, New Zealand. A few of the highlights: 1. Plan your strategy with realistic weekly goals 2. SHIFT framework recognizes and creates opportunities 3. Tenacity is a quality that breaks barriers Read Alex and Steve' s story in our guest blog and connect here. Alex and Steve thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We appreciate all that you do to create new opportunities through the SHIFT method for success. Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music. We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real. “Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs” "Together, We Are Making A Difference; One Story At A Time"

August 7, 2026Episode 28130 min

Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real “How Relationships Make Schools Safer” with Dr Beth Sanborn

Business Mentorship; “How Relationships Make Schools Safer” Keepin' It Real with Dr Beth Sanborn Season 7 Episode #281 “Dr. Beth J. Sanborn is a nationally recognized school safety expert, former police officer, and School Resource Officer. She serves as President of the Pennsylvania Association of School Resource Officers, is a NASRO instructor, TEDx speaker, and author of two best-selling books, The Missing Piece and Piecing It Together. Her work centers on relationships, prevention, and student-centered safety.” Beth is going to share her story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes into how relationships make schools safer. Our guest joins us from Landsdale, Pennsylvania. A few of the highlights: 1. What is your logo story? 2. Invest in yourself - it creates seats at the table 3. A simple smile will change every conversation Read Beth' s story in our guest blog and connect here. Watch Beth's TedX on YouTube Beth thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We appreciate all that you do to not only educate but share life skills through example to everyone in the community. Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music. We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real. “Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs” "Together, We Are Making A Difference; One Story At A Time"

July 31, 2026Episode 28031 min

Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real “Release Pain, Expand Your Abundance” with Jacqueline Kane

Business Mentorship; “Release Pain, Expand Your Abundance” Keepin' It Real with Jacqueline M. Kane Season 7 Episode #280 “Jacqueline Kane is a visionary healer, best selling author and the co-founder of The Goddess Revolution. She is the creator of the Heal Your Back & Triple Your Income™ framework, she blends energy medicine with emotional mastery to activate lasting freedom, wealth, and visibility. Jacqueline is going to share her story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes into how your body is holding emotional and ancestral patterns that affect your pain, your money, and your ability to receive. Our guest joins us from Canton, Connecticut A few of the highlights: 1. Market test your great idea before you trademark 2. Every wellness modality is different 3. Change follows a process Read Jacqueline' s story in our guest blog and connect here. Jacqueline thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We wish you continued success as you provide insight into how we find acceptance and receive the tools we need for success. Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music. We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real. “Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs” "Together, We Are Making A Difference; One Story At A Time"

July 24, 2026Episode 27929 min

Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real “Dare to Dream” with Katrine Horn

Business Mentorship; “Dare to Dream” Keepin' It Real with Katrine Horn Season 7 Episode #279 “Katrine Horn is an International Life Coach, TEDx Speaker and Self-Love Activist. She coaches high achievers to step out of autopilot and achieve more success with less stress . ” Katrine is going to share her story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes into how she went from the orchestra as a harpist to university teacher and business school instructor to business owner. Our guest joins us from Toulouse, France A few of the highlights: 1. Dare to dream 2.What do you want? - plain and simple 3. Mentorship saves you time and money Read Katrine' s story in our guest blog and connect here. Katrine thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We wish you continued success providing insight into how we step out of autopilot to dream and embrace the boundless possibilities that life offers. Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music. We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real. “Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs” "Together, We Are Making A Difference; One Story At A Time"

July 10, 2026Episode 27829 min

Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real “Maximizing Your Potential” with Dennis Dowdell

Business Mentorship; “Maximizing Your Potential” Keepin' It Real with Dennis Dowdell Season 7 Episode #278 “Dennis Dowdell is founder of Maximizing You, an author and international speaker, delivering over 7,000 speeches across 50 countries. Dennis teaches practical, principle-driven strategies that, creates transformative personal growth.” Dennis is going to share his story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes into how he went from school bus driver with no business background, to building a global organization of over 250,000 people. Our guest joins us from McKinney, Texas. A few of the highlights: 1. OP or OPE 2. Everyone has goals; success has a formula 3. Mentorship saves you time and money Read Dennis' s story in our guest blog and connect here. Dennis thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We wish you continued success with helping others unlock thier potential and become the best version of themselves. Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music. We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real. “Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs” "Together, We Are Making A Difference; One Story At A Time"

July 3, 2026Episode 27724 min

Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real “Trauma-Smart Leadership™” with Shirley Gaudon

Business Mentorship; “Trauma-Smart Leadership™” Keepin' It Real with Shirley Gaudon. Season 7 Episode #277 “Shirley Gaudon is an author, speaker, consultant and certified Trauma Informed Life Coach with a trademarked program Trauma-Smart Leadership™ Her mission is to teach leaders how to lead with compassion, empathy & understanding.” Shirley is going to share her story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes into finding authentic leadership and living life bravely, and boldly. Our guest joins us from Windsor, Ontario, Canada. A few of the highlights: 1. We all have obstacles to overcome 2. Its never too late to start over 3. Choices create opportunities Read Shirley's story in our guest blog and connect here. Shirley thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We wish you continued success with helping others build a connection between real life and opportunity. Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music. We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real. “Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs” "Together, We Are Making A Difference; One Story At A Time"

June 26, 2026Episode 27624 min

Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real “Medical AI Academy” with Dr B.

Business Mentorship; “Medical AI Academy” Keepin' It Real with Dr B. Season 7 Episode #276 “Dr Hassan Bencheqroun MD MBA better known as Dr. B is a native from Morocco with a culture is of giving, of hospitality, and love for people. There, I completed my medical education before coming to the US. A near-fatal car accident before graduation deeply influenced his approach to patient car. As an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California his is able to apply my passion in teaching and innovating through AI in medical education” Dr B. is going to share his story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes as a medical practitioner, innovator and business owner. Our guest joins us from San Diego, California A few of the highlights: 1. Technology and humanity. 2. AI and education 3. Kindness and connection Read Dr B.'s story in our guest blog and connect here. Dr B. thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We wish you continued success with starting new conversations around medicine and AI. Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music. We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real. “Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs” "Together, We Are Making A Difference; One Story At A Time"

June 19, 2026Episode 27525 min

Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real “Book Launch” with Elizabeth Verwey

Business Mentorship; “Book Launch” Keepin' It Real with Elizabeth Verwey Season 7 Episode #275 “Elizabeth Verwey, is a returning guest and the founder of her own business as an author, speaker, writer and producer. She founded a speaker series called Spoken Lives. Now, written a new book called Brave New Endings: True Stories of Caring for an Ex.” Elizabeth is going to share the story on her new book and give us a look behind the scenes for this new venture. Our guest joins us from Toronto, Canada A few of the highlights: 1. Research supports the stats 2. Connecting with the Why 3. Every person has a story Read Elizabeth's story in our guest blog and connect here. Elizabeth thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We wish you continued success with the launch of your book. Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music. We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real. “Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs” "Together, We Are Making A Difference; One Story At A Time"

June 5, 2026Episode 27427 min

Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real “Books Are Transformation Engines” with Ally Machete

Business Mentorship; “Books Are Transformation Engines” Keepin' It Real with Ally Machate Season 7 Episode #274 “Ally Machate is the founder of The Writers Ally, an award winning author with over 25 years of industry experience helping authors write and publish their work. With a trademarked program The Right Book Method™ Ally and her team will help you hone your message so you may find your focus and bring your book to life.” Ally is going to share her story on entrepreneurship and give us a look behind the scenes as a small business owner. Our guest joins us from Baltimore, Maryland A few of the highlights: 1. Write for your target market - connect with your audience 2. Writing is a process and more than just a great idea 3. Will AI write your book? Read Ally's story in our guest blog and connect here. Ally thank you for joining us and sharing the mic. We wish you continued success from draft to demand. Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music. We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real. “Funding for Entrepreneurs by Entrepreneurs” "Together, We Are Making A Difference; One Story At A Time"