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Nadia Francois ENTREPRENEUR | AUTHOR | BUSINESS STRATEGIST Nadia Francois is a serial entrepreneur with a heart for people. A hairstylist by trade, Nadia holds current licenses in Cosmetology and Barbering and a B.S. in Business Administration. The Baton Rouge native began her entrepreneurial journey at the age of 19 and has used her experiences and knowledge to help other business owners start and grow their ventures. Nadia continues to thrive and expand in her beauty endeavors, Heiress Haircare Systems and Heiress Beauty Lounge which she describes as her passion, because \"people may not always remember what you said but they will always remember how you made them feel.\" Nadia continues to add to her beauty legacy by serving as an educator in the industry through the Bronner Brothers Multicultural Hair Show, the Texas International Beauty Expo and her business resources published specifically for industry professionals. In February 2013, Nadia decided to pursue her dream of giving back to the community and established a platform that provides tools for enhancing knowledge, life, and personal development skills. Hence Sistars of Empowerment, Inc, a nonprofit that focuses on empowering, educating, and inspiring women and the youth in Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas, was born.

As the founder and Executive Director of SOE, she has developed a series of programs and workshops that contribute to personal and entrepreneurial growth. SOE has received a proclamation from the city of Baton Rouge for its Women Empowerment Week which takes place every March, during Women’s History Month. The organization continues to give back to the community annually with its youth scholarship program for high school graduates. In 2018, Nadia served as the inaugural Ms. Black Louisiana Empowerment representing her state in by serving at several community projects and by hosting outreach activities. The beautypreneur and non-profit founder became a first- time author in August of 2018, publishing The Entrepreneur Activity Workbook as her first project, which is very close to her heart. She created this workbook to help entrepreneurs have a clear business plan and understanding of their business goals. After participating in two additional book projects, Nadia attained the esteemed recognition of International Best Selling Author for Better Woman Better World Book One. In 2019, she was nominated for Business Woman of the Year by the Greater Southwest Louisiana Black Chamber of Commerce. Her next writing project would include her being visionary to her own faith-based compilation, What's Your Super Power anthology where this woman of faith along with an amazing group of female authors have contributed their compelling and captivating stories of strength and resilience while overcoming life's obstacles. This anthology is guaranteed to motivate its readers to push through to their purpose and to ensure that Nadia self published the What's your Super Power Reflection Journal and Power Notes free writing journal as companions to help women discover their God given super power. In December 2020, this trailblazer stepped out on faith and became the channel owner of What’s Your Super Power TV (WYSP), which also houses her talk-show by the same title on Exposure TV Network, Nadia interviews powerhouse women and spotlight minority business owners. The WYSP TV Channel also houses four additional empowering series that span from spiritual wellness, talk shows and wealth creation.

In 2021, Nadia continued to enhance her digital footprint with the addition of Power Conversations Magazine & Podcast which are additional extensions of her digital media empire that caters to entrepreneurs and their advancement. July 2021, Nadia along with 22 phenomenal female authors became #1 Best Selling Authors with their contributions to Nadia's latest publishing project, Powerful Affirmations for Fempreneurs: The success tool for kingdom entrepreneurs. In November 2021, Nadia was named International Best Selling Author once again for her contribution to business anthology Boss Your Lane: Expert advice for novice entrepreneurs. In February of 2022, Nadia was named International best-Selling Author once again for her contribution to anthology, Trailblazers Who Lead II: Unsung Heroes. She was also awarded the \"Game Changer\" Award by the Beauty Industry Community Awards in May of 2022. Nadia has a list of upcoming projects that will continue to build her business and brand authority. This goal-getter contributes her success to grace and mercy. Her number one assignment is being the mother and sole provider for her four sons, the driving force behind her persistent hustle and diligent pursuit of greatness. She uses her life experiences and the outreach of other mentors and professionals to empower our women, children and entrepreneurs to become successful, confident, self- sufficient members of society. LEARN MORE AT WWW.NADIAFRANCOIS.COM











In every generation there has surfaced a Dr. Feleshia God-fearing trailblazer that has conquered the giants they’ve faced, and, in our generation, we have the emergence of one of the greatest Borskey-Young women advocates of all time, Dr. Feleshia Borksey Young. Dr. Young is known as a catalyst and an innovative thinker. Because of her ability to transform environments she has received numerous awards and accolades. She truly is the epitome of what it means to have a balance of strength, elegance, intelligence and compassion. As an Apostle, she serves as the Apostolic Covering for Heavenly Hope North & South. As well as the ministries of Grace International Fellowship of Truth (G.I.F.T Organization with ministries that stretch forth from Louisiana to up to Charlotte, North Carolina). As an Author and Prophetess, she’s the brilliant mind behind the literary masterpiece CULTURE SHIFT MARRIAGE DEVOTIONAL (A marriage building guide that is masterfully arranged to release Heavenly Solutions through Prophetic Declarations and the Application of Kingdom Principles). She’s also the co-author of several more books that are dedicated to women empowerment and enhancement (WHATS YOUR SUPERPOWER ANTHOLOGY and POWERFUL AFFIRMATIONS FOR FEMPRENEURS).

As a Kingdom Ambassador, she cultivates a life of philanthropy and community service. She works diligently with community leaders and other non-profit organizations to improve the quality of life experienced in under-served areas. She has been featured on notable platforms such as the WORD NETWORK. She also has a weekly broadcast on EXPOSURE TV NETWORK called PRAYHER LIVE FOR LIFE where she provides exceptional wisdom on rising above the common issues that plague women everywhere. As a Business Professional, she is a Licensed Professional Christian Therapist as she serves in her own practice, SOLUTIONS COUNSELING SERVICES. She is also the founder and president of the 411Forwomen Foundation (an organization dedicated to rescuing and restoring women and children who have been victims of domestic and intimate partner violence). As a Wife and Mother, she passionately releases her virtue in the lives of her cherished husband (Dr. Johnny Young Jr) and her amazing children, Jairean, Kelsei, Cardarryl and Rushaad). She is the woman God spoke of in Proverbs 31. Learn more at www.feleshiaborskeyyoung.com

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Color Psychology: How Colors Affect Your Emotions By Celeste Payne We’ve all had the experience of walking into a room and saying, “Ahh,” as if it’s the most restful place to be. And then there are those times when, upon entering an abode, we comment, “Wow!” Maybe it’s the underlying feeling of energy in the room. But what makes us have these strong, spontaneous reactions to our surroundings? Your reactions and psychological responses could be due largely in part to the colors used in the décor and design of the space. Although all psychological experts don’t agree, many believe there is such a thing as color psychology. Historically, different cultures have regarded color as having the power to affect your mood, feelings, health, and even your behavior. So, if you want to change the mood you experience in your home, consider the following information. It might help you achieve the ambiance you’re seeking in your cherished spaces. Blue. If blue is your favorite color, you might not be too surprised to read that this particular color will aid healing and help manage pain. Blue can also promote feelings of tranquility. Green. Because green brings thoughts of the outdoors and the wonders of nature, it’s believed to bring about feelings of serenity, restfulness, and perhaps even joy. Some find that the color green decreases stress and increases feelings of relaxation. Orange. Orange is said to promote healthy lungs and produce energy and vitality in people. Closely related to red, orange is considered a warm color that brings excitement. You know it’s true—when you walk into a room that’s painted orange, it definitely grabs your attention.

Yellow. The color of the sun produces feelings of warmth and brightness. Like orange, yellow cannot be ignored. It’s even been referred to as the most “visible” hue in the color spectrum. If you want to “cheer up” your kitchen, yellow might be the right choice for you. Red. Full of drama and mystery, a room painted red is evocative of emotions such as comfort, intensity, warmth, and even love. Black. Although you may not consider black a true color, it’s an important hue. The color black is formed due to a complete lack of light. In terms of your feelings, black can induce a gamut of strong emotions. You might experience sensuality, mourning, or sadness when you’re exposed to black. In film, you’ll notice that black is often used to represent a deep, dark, ominous character. Ultimately, black is not only a conflict in terms but brings about conflicting feelings for many as well. White. The antithesis to black, white evokes feelings of innocence. It’s customary to have a lot of white in hospitals as the color has come to indicate sterility and cleanliness. Although white walls are often viewed as boring by some, the color is often used to trick the eye when walking into a room. Want a room to appear bigger? Put some white paint on the walls. If you want a dark space to appear lighter, white is your solution. Using white as a trim color in a room will make your wall color “pop.” Your feelings in a white room will run the gamut from feeling bright to being overwhelmed by the overload of light and space around you. It may be bland on its own, but white can enhance the appearance of deeper colors and hues used with it. So, how you feel when you see white depends on how much white is used and the way the other colors in the room are presented. Colors are powerful in that they do affect how you feel. To lift your mood, bring about feelings of tranquility, or induce excitement, use these basics of color psychology to decorate your home. Encourage the mood and feelings you strive for just by skillfully selecting wall and accessory colors! Celeste Payne is an arts and empowerment expert combines art with self- care strategies to help people from all walks of life relax, de-stress, and discover innovative solutions to barriers that may be hindering their success. She is an award-winning graphic designer and 2x best-selling author. She is a voice of inspiration, facilitator, and speaker for empowerment workshops and conferences. She is also the owner of the Chortazo Art Gallery in Baton Rouge, LA. with the motto \"Where Creativity Meets Empowerment.\" Here she hosts art parties, conducts art classes and hosts empowerment events.





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Coach Elizabeth Crawford www.wisdomandinsights101.com 7 Tips to Overcome Imposter Syndrome Have you ever felt like you don’t belong, or everyone is going to find out that you don’t deserve your achievements? If you can relate to those feelings of chronic self-doubt, you’ve probably experienced imposter syndrome. You’re not alone - studies suggest 70% of people experience imposter syndrome at some point in their career. Overall, imposter syndrome stems from a high sense of self-doubt. Instead of attributing your success to your skills, you might downplay your success and attribute it to luck. Signs You Might Be Suffering from Imposter Syndrome Do you relate to any of these patterns? Perfectionism. You may set high goals for yourself. Because your goal is perfection, the smallest mistakes may make you feel like a failure. Attribute success to luck. You downplay your success because you do not believe you deserve the success, or you believe you are just lucky. Unable to recognize success. Instead of celebrating your accomplishments, you worry that others will see “the truth” about your skills and abilities. Fear of failure. Because of a fear of failure, you may set challenging goals and be disappointed when those goals fail. You might also take on limited tasks because you fear failure. Difficulty asking for help. You might have difficulty asking for help because you believe asking for help will show that you’re wrong or unqualified. Experiencing imposter syndrome can limit your confidence to go after new opportunities because you feel that you do not deserve it. Luckily, there are some steps you can take to give yourself more credit and start overcoming those feelings of self-doubt.

Steps to Overcome Imposter Syndrome 1.Acknowledge imposter feelings. Recognize when you start feeling like an imposter. Instead of engaging with your thoughts of self-doubt, acknowledge that it is a normal response. 2.Understand the root of the cause. Why do you think you feel like you don’t belong? Is it due to a fear of failure? Do you believe that you don’t deserve success? Why or why not? 3.Focus on facts, not feelings. When you start feeling like a fraud, focus on positive facts. For example, maybe you were chosen for a job interview because of your qualifications. 4.Ask yourself if that thought helps or hinders you. Does feeling fraudulent help or hinder you? Is that what you want to be? What kind of person do you want to be? 5. Reframe your thoughts. Instead of telling yourself that you don’t deserve success, reframe your thoughts to give yourself more credit and enjoy the experience. Own your accomplishments instead of attributing them to “luck” or “help from others.” Instead of setting impossibly high standards, set smaller goals so you can enjoy the process. Remind yourself there will never be the “perfect time.” Accept that we all have to start somewhere. 6.Accept that it’s okay to make mistakes. Instead of fearing failure, develop a healthy response to making mistakes. Accept that it’s normal to make mistakes and learn from each mistake instead. 7.Reach out for support. Having a safe space to receive support will help you reduce feelings of being an imposter. When you feel imperfect, make a mistake, or receive a compliment, your first instinct may be to hide. Instead, start reaching out to an encouraging mentor, coach, or colleague for support. Say “thank you” when you receive a compliment. Practice being honest when you feel imperfect, embarrassed, or have made a mistake. Share and celebrate your achievements and successes. Imposter syndrome can make you feel like you’re not good enough, you don’t belong, or you are undeserving. But it’s important to remind yourself that learning and making mistakes do not make you a fraud - it makes you human.







“Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself.” —Coco Chanel