Influencers Radio With Jack Mize

In this episode, Jack talks with Life Purpose Coach Arris Charles about how she is helping Christian women in midlife to pursue their God-given purpose in their daily life and as their unique calling so they can live with more passion, confidence, and impact. Fulfillment in life. It’s something we all pursue at some level. It’s often driven by a longing for more. The feeling that something is missing. Asking the question “Is that all there is?” thinking “There’s got to be more to life than this”.Arris Charles is the founder of Live Inspired by Purpose, and she is devoted to equippingwomen to step into a new extraordinary vision for their lives. This Life Purpose Coach, natural encourager, and writer has “walked the talk” of pursuing purpose as she walked away from a multifaceted corporate career as a successful engineer, project manager, and corporate trainer to explore her true passions.Even as a stay-at-home mom, she followed the dreams in her heart to serve in a non-profit ministry while also building her

In this episode, Jack talks with Dr. Maria Sylma Tweed about how she is helping families of children living with eczema through education, support, and her award-winning skincare products.At least one in ten children has eczema, a skin condition that can cause dry, red, itchy skin. Besides the physical discomfort, eczema flare-ups can create incredible mental stress for children, often preventing them from playing, swimming, and enjoying everyday childhood activities because they feel nervous and maybe even anxious about what others will think about their eczema skin. This diagnosis can be incredibly overwhelming and frustrating for parents as well; especially when they don’t know why their child suffers from the condition or what they can do to help them heal.Dr. Maria Sylma Tweed is a Board Certified pediatrician and the founder of Dr. Sylma, an organic skincare line for babies and children with eczema and sensitive skin. With over 20 years of pediatric experience and a mother of three, she truly understand

In this episode, Jack talks with Luiza Dreasher, Ph.D. author of “Mastering Cultural Differences: Strategies for Leading a Global Workforce,” about how she is helping organizations create environments where all individuals feel included and can thrive. Workplaces today are becoming increasingly more diverse, and globalization is creating business opportunities all over the world. To ensure the greatest chance for success, it’s important that leadership understands and embraces social and cultural differences so they can avoid misunderstandings and create productive and profitable workplaces.As the President and CEO of Mastering Cultural Differences, Luiza designs and implements customized programs for organizations to help them address the incredible challenges of increasingly diverse workplaces and create a company culture where all individuals feel valued, respected, included, and that they belong.If you have a team that can understand social and cultural differences and has the skills to work effectively a

In this episode, Jack talks with Ashley Schock, Founder of Simply Beautiful Living, about her holistic approach to interior design. Have you ever thought about how your home feels? Too often we put so much emphasis on the material things that surround us and how our home looks to others. We forget about what really makes us feel connected to our home, what makes us comfortable, and what makes a house feel like a home.Interior designer Ashley Shock’s philosophy is that design comes from the inside out and should bring happiness, harmony, and joy. She believes you deserve a home that reflects your true essence and personality—one that evolves with you as you move through the chapters of your life.Ashley’s company, Simply Beautiful Living, helps clients design a space that reflects their personal style and needs, effortlessly blending beauty, comfort, and practicality. Her holistic approach offers an intuitive blend of design and functionality that turns each room in a home into a nourishing sanctuary in which t

In this episode, Jack talks with the Founder and Creative Director of Poppy Row Crystal Cave about her entrepreneurial journey to creating a transformational clothing and apparel brand.Crystal Cave is the innovative mind behind Poppy Row, the ethical and eco-conscious clothing brand of size-inclusive modular wardrobe staples for the jet-setting, changemaker woman. She has worked with women around the globe to use style as a vehicle for loving the body they are living in today so they can go out to be the change, no matter their size.Credited by her loyal fans for being the inspiration behind some incredible transformations, Crystal believes women shouldn’t wait until they achieve what they feel is their perfect weight to feel beautiful and have fun with what they wear. She knows that creating a style for the body they have now can make all the difference in the world. And not just in how they look but how they feel about themselves.As a former celebrity stylist turned fashion designer and style educator for w

In this episode, Jack talks with cosmetic and general dentist Dr. Mansi Oza, BDS, DMD, FICOI about how she is helping people who are self-conscious about their smiles.When it comes to first impressions, your smile is one of the first things people notice. It can significantly impact many aspects of your life, both personally and professionally. Not just the way you look, but the way you feel.Many of us are self-conscious about our smiles. Because of missing, worn, chipped, crooked or gapped teeth, we can feel judged by others, and maybe we don’t smile or laugh as much as we should. It can play a big role in our self-confidence as well as our physical and mental well-being.Dr. Mansi Oza specializes in helping people who are self-conscious about their smiles and not only want to look their best but also want to live a long healthy life by understanding the importance of their oral health.With a mission to make a positive difference in her patients’ lives, Dr. Oza takes a holistic approach to her smile transform

In this episode, Jack talks with board-certified Wellness Coach Berniece Hunt about her strategies for increasing brain strength that helps her clients to stay sharp and live their best lives. Cognitive health issues are something most people are likely to face at some point in life. It could be mild cognitive decline such as brain fog, inability to focus, memory loss, or more severe forms like Alzheimer’s and Dementia.​​Bernice says staying sharp is merely a matter of practice. Just like a personal trainer helps to keep your body fit, Bernice is a “Brain Trainer,” providing the practical tips, tricks, and tools you and your loved ones need to maintain your cognitive health throughout every stage of life.As a board-certified Wellness Coach specializing in brain health, Bernice provides the care and support needed by individuals who are facing cognitive decline and long-term memory loss – or those who’d just like a little boost.Listen in as Bernice shares what she calls the “Five Keys of Brain Health” that can

In this episode, Jack talks with Loie Watkins, owner of Optimal CFO, about how she is helping private schools to balance the books and stay on top of their unique financial concerns. There are so many private schools that are GREAT at what they do when it comes to serving their students and community. However, the special financial concerns for many of these organizations such as financial aid, tuition costs, and preparing and managing school budgets often get neglected with the traditional basic bookkeeping model. Without having an in-depth analysis of the school’s unique finances, quality institutions can face some devastating financial surprises.That’s why the heads of many private schools are turning to Loie Watkins to set up and manage their accounting systems, allowing them to focus on all the other areas of responsibility in their leadership roles.As a virtual CFO and accountant, Loie is passionate about applying her 21 years of expertise in the accounting and finance field to helping private schools m

In this episode, Jack talks with California Attorney Cheryl Deptowicz-Diaz about the philosophy and core values behind her compassionate approach to representing the underdog in the areas of family law, immigration, and litigation defense. Legal problems can be one of the toughest and most confusing times in a person’s life. Whether it’s defending yourself as the accused or standing up for yourself when you’ve been wronged, the experience can be overwhelming with possible life-changing outcomes.Cheryl Deptowicz-Diaz is a zealous advocate for the underdog, dedicated to giving voice and the ability to fight hard but fair for what her clients deserve. She prioritizes communication, hard work, and respect for each client so that they always know their options, risks, and plans of action.As the daughter of Filipino immigrants and an immigrant herself, having arrived in Southern California at the age of 8, Cheryl understands what it means to be a stranger in a strange land. She is also married to a Mexican immigran

In this episode, Jack talks with Kevin A. Marshall, Founder and CEO of Profitopia, a virtual CPA firm based in Tuscon, AZ about how his team is helping business owners navigate the complexities of the rarely talked about Employee Retention Credit program. Just about everyone, especially business owners, has heard of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) that the government rolled out during COVID. What you may not have heard about is something called ERC or Employee Retention Credit. ERC was created to help employers who experienced economic hardship, including those with suspended operations or a significant decline in gross receipts due to a government order related to COVID-19.As a practicing CPA for over 30 years, Kevin Marshall combines his financial acumen with an entrepreneurial spirit to provide innovative solutions for each client’s situation. Profitopia, his virtual CPA firm, serves clients across the country, specializing in turning around difficult and dire financial situations with unique financi

In this episode, Jack talks with real estate agent Valencia Simmons about how she is helping homeowners manage the process of selling their current home while buying a new home in today’s hot market.Buying or Selling a home can be one of the more complicated and stressful processes a lot of people face, especially in a hot market when things move quickly, emotions are high, and decisions need to be made fast.Valencia specializes in the Maryland, D.C., and Central Florida areas. She is particularly exceptional at helping homeowners who need to sell their current home and purchase another home, whether it’s for a growing family or someone wanting to downsize, or even purchase property or second home.As a homeowner and investment property owner, Valencia has sold and purchased homes of her own and can empathize with the oftentimes emotional rollercoaster ride faced during the home selling and/or purchasing journey.To her clients, Valencia is not just their real estate agent, she is a true educator and advocate f

In this episode, Jack talks with school fundraising expert Kim Freid about the student leadership and character development programs that are helping elementary schools across the country raise money without burning out teachers and volunteers.Parent / Teacher groups raise more than $1.5 billion every year selling everything from candy, coupons to wrapping paper… activities that are often perceived as annoying “fundraising noise” by parents, teachers, and the community.While most principals report they would rather not have to raise funds, 87 percent believe fundraising provides valuable returns by paying for classroom equipment and supplies, along with important “extras” such as new playground equipment and field trips.Listen in to hear how Kim combines her passions for philanthropy and entrepreneurship to help elementary schools nationwide raise much-needed funds. Even during the COVID pandemic, the schools her organization is working with have seen a 30% increase in fundraising while building character and

In this episode, Jack talks with Mortgage Lender Ron Pippin about the common myths, misconceptions, and mistakes when it comes to financing for first-time home buyers.If you are thinking about buying your first house, you probably have a lot of questions like…How much house can I afford?How much down payment do I need?Can I even qualify to buy a house?You’re not alone. Listen in, and you might be surprised to find out how close the reality of homeownership is.Since 1995, Ron Pippin has been helping first-time buyers get the right financing for the house their family will call HOME.Ron is the Branch Manager and Team Leader for The Pippin Team at Cardinal Financial in Ogden, Utah. He has been listed in the top 3% of mortgage originators nationwide. But more importantly, he’s been an Educator and Advocate for the thousands of families he’s helped navigate the home financing process.To learn more about Ron Pippin and The Pippin Team, visit https://www.pippinteam.mortgage/Check out the Pippin Team on YouTube at ht

In this episode, Jack talks with Billy Wagner, Insurance Agency owner and mentor to thousands of Real Estate professionals, about how he manages his team to create exceptional value and success for his customers, employees, and ultimately his business and personal life. When a family is looking for a new home, they generally engage the services of Real Estate Agents, Mortgage professionals, Title companies, and Insurance Brokers, among many others.Like most professions, the Real Estate business is a team sport. No one knows this better than Billy Wagner. He is accustomed to winning insurance industry accolades, and he views his success as a beacon for those in need.When Billy set out to raise funds for the Folds of Honor, he authored a book on Insurance, a subject he knows best. His book, “Insuring Your Peace of Mind,” has raised over $30,000 for Folds of Honor. Supporting Folds of Honor is a way for him and all of us to prove that the sacrifices of American Heroes will never be forgotten.Billy started his Ag

In this episode, Jack talks with Employee Engagement expert Fahim Karim about how he is helping purpose-driven, growing companies retain and attract talent during a time when millions of people are leaving their jobs.The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that in September of 2021 more than 4.4 million people resigned (not laid off) from their jobs while there were 10.4 million job openings in the same period.It’s all over the news. Millions of workers are quitting right now, it’s called the Great Resignation. Employers are having a very hard time just retaining talent, much less attracting new talent.Fahim Karim is the Founder of Gear 2 Harvest, a Management Consulting firm focused on Employee Engagement. With 20+ years of award-winning industry experience leading Fortune 500 companies, Fahim specializes in finding the root cause of employee disengagement by working with individual CEOs and Managers to become the leader their team loves to work with.To learn more about Fahim Karim and Gear 2 Harvest, c

In this episode, Jack talks with Bodyworker and Coach Aldene Etter about how she is helping busy professionals increase their productivity and enjoyment of life by slowing down. Without a doubt, a Mom is potentially the most influential person in their kids’ lives.Overachievers, over-doers, overthinkers, over-givers; if you don’t know one, then there’s a good chance you are one. If that’s the case, there’s also a good chance that it’s leaving you feeling drained, in pain, tense, overwhelmed, numb, empty, stuck, or resentful.So, can your inability to slow down be interfering with your ability to be productive?According to Aldene, it can affect not only your productivity but also your relationships, health, and spiritual growth.As a Bodyworker and Coach for 20 years, Aldene has been helping people address the pain and drain in the body and create balance so they can experience more energy and focus along with the mental and emotional capacity to navigate life.Listen in and you’ll quickly understand the impact A

In this episode, Jack talks with Chiropractor Dr. Derek Taylor about how he has helped thousands of people to find the root cause of their pain rather than just treating the symptoms.Is pain an inevitable part of life? It doesn’t matter what age, being in pain can be debilitating for many people. It might be as simple as a nuisance pain or as severe as pain that leaves one almost bedridden.The fact is that more than 1.5 billion people suffer from chronic pain worldwide. It impacts about 100 million adults in the US, which is more than the number impacted by diabetes, heart disease, and cancer combined.Dr. Taylor is Not a “crack your bones and go” Chiropractor. He creates a treatment plan customized for each patient. With offices in Torrance, California, and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, his team specializes in hard-to-treat cases with an uncommonly high level of success. Dr. Taylor is 1 of only 2 specially trained worldwide in the Taylor™ Method.To learn more about Dr. Derek Taylor and the Taylor™ Method visit

In this episode, Jack talks with Clinical Psychologist and Life Transition Expert Dr. Natalie Marr about how she is helping women who are struggling with the midlife transition to love their lives again so that they can make midlife their best life.Midlife Crisis – The middle-aged guy who is trying to hang on to his youth with sports cars, a ridiculous wardrobe, and a new tattoo. That seems to be the common stereotype. But men certainly don’t have the market cornered when it comes to dealing with this milestone in life.While the midlife struggles men face can often manifest themselves externally, the struggle can be much more private for women.Listen in as Dr. Natalie reveals what she calls the deep dark secret that many women deal with during this time and why there’s no need to face it alone. She shows them another way to manage midlife—a way that has them loving their lives instead of struggling through them.To learn more about Dr. Natalie Marr, visit https://LearnToLoveYourStory.comConnect with Dr. Natali

In this episode, Jack talks with Human Design Guide and Energy Healer Heather Hornung about how Moms can create healthy family dynamics and harmony in the home through living their unique design.Without a doubt, a Mom is potentially the most influential person in their kids’ lives.Heather Hornung knows first hand that Moms who take the initiative to know themselves on a deeper level, when they honor and nurture themselves, can shift how they relate to their families and foster a more loving and compassionate home environment.Heather’s mission is to help Moms recognize and utilize the platform they’ve been given to have a massive impact on their kids’ lives through the beliefs and attitudes instilled in them and to be a living example of what it looks like to be confident, secure, and capable so they can bring their very best selves to their families.To learn more about Heather Hornung, visit https://FindFulfillment.meConnect with Heather on social media at:https://instagram.com/findfulfillment.mehttps://faceb

In this episode, Jack talks with Jennifer Zenz-Olson, the founder and owner of Laughing Lotus Wellness.Finding our purpose in life is something that just about everyone has thought about. We seem to have a built-in need to feel inspired and do exceptional things with our lives.But what happens if one day you realize that the life you are leading is unexceptional and uninspired? Maybe you just feel like you are spinning your wheels and that the path you’re on isn’t going to lead you where you want to be?If you get to that point, it’s time to make a change. Whether that means a change in job, career, health, or even relationships, making major changes can be difficult. But finding your new path to purpose in life is certainly a journey worth exploring.Listen in as Transformational Purpose Coach and Expert Jennifer Zenz-Olson shares how she guides successful women on their path to purpose when they feel like they have lost that sense of alignment.Jennifer’s powerfully effective methods are the result of 20 years