LaQuita’s Toolbox

LaQuita Monley

Whether your focus is on personal development or scaling your latest entrepreneurial venture, every successful project requires the right tools. LaQuita’s Toolbox presents implementable life “tools” that lead to lasting success in life and business. read less

Pain-Progress-Victory  featuring La'Quita Parks
6d ago
Pain-Progress-Victory featuring La'Quita Parks
Pain-Progress-Victory is not only the name of La'Quita Park's publishing company but it is a very appropriate way to speak about her life. In this episode La'Quita and I have a heartfelt conversation about her journey as a publisher and she also shares with us a brief glimpse into her life's journey.Show Outline:Introduction to today’s episode. 0:05La'Quita’s plug for her book. 2:41Why you need to understand why God is navigating things the way he is. 7:04You can do what you need to do, no matter what. 11:48When you’re going through your day and you get that Inspiration Moment. 14:43La'Quita’s story is tragic, but it’s also beautiful. 21:46What does it look like when you’re not in pain? 25:59How do you know that you’re living your purpose? 30:52Sometimes it’s like pulling teeth34:37Don’t forget to donate to your local VFW. Support the show:For the cost of a cup of coffee by clicking the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/laquitastoolboxClick the link below for La'Quita's Toolbox Podcasthttps://podfollow.com/laquitas-toolboxClick the link below to Rate & Review Podcasthttps://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/laquitas-toolbox-1727407✅LISTEN✅SUBSCRIBE✅DOWNLOAD✅RATE 5 STARS ⭐️✅ WRITE ✍🏾 A REVIEWConnect with La'Quita ParksWebsite: https://paprovipublishing.com/Email: laquita@afailure2communicate.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laquita-parks-a03647a/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laquita.parks.3
Get Certified Featuring Coach Tawanna Heyward-Bey
Mar 14 2023
Get Certified Featuring Coach Tawanna Heyward-Bey
In this episode Coach Tawanna Heywayd-Bey shares valuable insights about "Getting Certified". Certifications are tools that minorities can use to level the playing field and as marketing tools. We discuss her book, "Get Certified Learn The Basics And Benefits Of Becoming A "Certified" Business Owner". This book is another tool in my personal toolbox that has helped me to grow personally and professionally. Show Outline:Introduction to today’s episode. 0:05Adina’s introduction to the podcast. 2:28Why you need to do some research before starting a business. 6:26What is one of the biggest misconceptions you’ve heard about certification? 13:35How certifications work as marketing tools. 20:59Get certified access -. 26:08Our prison system is not designed to reform or allow the individuals who have served their time any legitimate opportunity. 31:17What is the capability and the capacity? 42:31Why you need to get certified in multiple things -. 47:48How many women aren’t being certified? Support the show:For the cost of a cup of coffee by clicking the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/laquitastoolboxClick the link below for La'Quita's Toolbox Podcasthttps://podfollow.com/laquitas-toolboxClick the link below to Rate & Review Podcasthttps://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/laquitas-toolbox-1727407✅LISTEN✅SUBSCRIBE✅DOWNLOAD✅RATE 5 STARS ⭐️✅ WRITE ✍🏾 A REVIEWConnect with Coach Tawanna:Website: https://www.heywardbeyinternational.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tawannaheywardbey/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TawannaHeywardBeyBook: https://www.heywardbeyinternational.com/book/
"Growing Your Business With Faith: Tisha Hammond’s Daily Devotional"
Mar 7 2023
"Growing Your Business With Faith: Tisha Hammond’s Daily Devotional"
Tisha Hammond, the small business cheerleader, discovers the key to success lies in unlocking her full potential to realize her boldest dreams, but will her faith be strong enough to navigate the conflicting demands of business and faith?"Good is only good until greater is envisioned. You know, there's enough level in you. Here we discuss the tools to get you there."Tisha Hammond is a passionate Child of God, prayer warrior, and full-time entrepreneur leader. She is the director of Ascent Small Business Promotion LLC and author of the Daily Devotional for Entrepreneurs, Your Season to Grow.Tisha Hammond was inspired to write her book, Daily Devotional for Entrepreneurs: Your Season to Grow, when she was called to put God at the head of her business. She realized the importance of intentionally absorbing content to add value to her life and the lives of others. Through this, she discovered that God's spiritual storehouse is not only available to her, but is filled with spiritual gifts, health, wellness, and a life abundant. Her book includes Biblical principles that help readers take ownership of their businesses and shift their mindset. With her book, Hammond encourages readers to evaluate their identity to ensure that their faith is at the core of their business.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How to make sure the content you consume is adding value to your life. 2. How to make sure the Lord is at the center of your business and life. 3. How to unlock your full potential to realize your boldest dreams.Resources: Website: https://www.tishahammond.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tishahammond/Book: https://www.tishahammond.com/shop/Other episodes you'll enjoy:1. Uncovering Success : https://player.captivate.fm/episode/76bc25df-dc06-49a7-ae9c-17474eb8e45e2. Unlock What's Inside You: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/8787e6cc-4894-4b71-9a69-2f175b5062443. Identifying Subconscious Blocks: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/8ca5096c-bcb5-4472-ad8e-ee50572b16da Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laquita_monleyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1559496044240163YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/LMonleyToolboxTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/laquitamonley1LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/laquita-s-toolbox/Website: https://www.laquitamonley.com/laquitastoolboxLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: Apple Podcast: LaQuita’s Toolbox on Apple PodcastsPodchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/laquitas-toolbox-1727407Chapter Summaries:[00:00:05]Welcome to La'Quita's Toolbox, where we deliver relevant content that empower entrepreneurs to elevate personally and professionally. Lean in as LaQuita and her guests present you with strategies and insight for unlocking your full potential.[00:00:42]In this series, we're going to be having conversations with some of my favorite independent authors. These ladies and gentlemen have written some great works that you will be able to find in eBooks, print, hard copy paperback, as well as on audio-books. We have to ensure that the things we absorb are adding value to our lives. [00:01:52] La'Quita's...
"Uncovering Success: Dr. Cassandra Bradford's Keys to Unlocking Minority Business Certifications"
Feb 28 2023
"Uncovering Success: Dr. Cassandra Bradford's Keys to Unlocking Minority Business Certifications"
"Be the Number 1 in Business with Genesis Preferred Solutions - Get Certified, Get Registered, and Get Hunting!" "Morph into more. You just never know. You see some on social media. I've stole it from here. Yeah, there you go. I like that. Yeah."Dr. Cassandra Bradford is a business consultant and nationwide certification agency owner specializing in minority owned, woman owned, and veteran owned business certifications.Dr Cassandra Bradford quickly learned that being a minority owned business comes with many advantages, such as contracts with the government and Fortune 500 companies. She soon realized that it was important to have the right certifications and to be registered with the right organizations. Additionally, she learned that attending pre-bid meetings was important in order to stay informed and even to help other like-minded business owners. Dr Cassandra Bradford was determined to make the most of every opportunity she could find.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How can you use minority and woman owned business certifications to do business with the government? 2. What are the benefits of being a veteran owned business? 3. How can you use a capability statement to get low-hanging fruit contracts? Resources:Website: https://genesispreferred.com/Website: https://runconference.org/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cassandra-bradford-1a177414Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamdrcass Other episodes you'll enjoy:https://player.captivate.fm/episode/ec794a24-d752-4eba-84d1-f8cc6686c59ahttps://player.captivate.fm/episode/3deab27a-dc9e-48ce-abd2-7a4cedb96b61https://player.captivate.fm/episode/8ca5096c-bcb5-4472-ad8e-ee50572b16da Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laquita_monleyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1559496044240163YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/LMonleyToolboxTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/laquitamonley1LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/laquita-s-toolbox/Website: https://www.laquitamonley.com/laquitastoolboxLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: Apple Podcast: LaQuita’s Toolbox on Apple PodcastsPodchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/laquitas-toolbox-1727407Chapter Summaries:[00:00:05]Welcome to La'Quita's Toolbox, where we deliver relevant content in the form of tools that empower entrepreneurs to elevate personally and professionally. Lean in as LaQuita and her guests present you with strategies and insight for unlocking your full potential.[00:00:41]This week's La'Quita's Toolbox is sponsored by Covenant Press. Covenant Press is a faith based Christian apparel and accessory shop online. Shop until you drop, but don't click off of those pop ups too quickly because they contain valuable discount codes.[00:02:18]Dr. Cassandra Bradford is a business consultant specializing in minority owned, woman owned, and veteran owned business certifications. The process can be overwhelming, but we want to make sure that we get those certifications,she says. This week marks Texas Black Business Week.[00:04:36]A lot of minority owned businesses think that just because they show up as minorities, it qualifies them to apply. Being certified minority
Melanin Marketing and Branding Matters
Feb 21 2023
Melanin Marketing and Branding Matters
In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with "Melanin Erin". Erin Alexander is the CEO and Founder of Melanin Erin Marketing. In this conversation we discuss the need for marketing and branding solutions for people of color. We also talk about mindset, representation and so much more.Get something to write with and to write on and enjoy the show !!Introduction to today’s episode. 0:05What is Melanie’s role in what she does? 3:02How important is it for you to assist your client if they’re not there to develop an effective brand strategy? 6:38How to get into alignment with your calling. 12:59Why is it so important for women of color to show up as our authentic selves? 18:04Accountability partners are critical for success. 23:25If you don’t have a brand strategist, you’re missing out. 27:44The importance of brand identity in your business. 32:50When you know who you are, it’s only a matter of time until your success is inevitable. 36:53It’s not just about what other people want you to do, it’s also about what you want to do. 40:30You deserve to be blessed. You deserve to be happy. You deserve to connect with other women that understand you. You deserve to be connected with Support the show:For the cost of a cup of coffee by clicking the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/laquitastoolboxClick the link below for La'Quita's Toolbox Podcasthttps://podfollow.com/laquitas-toolboxClick the link below to Rate & Review Podcasthttps://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/laquitas-toolbox-1727407✅LISTEN✅SUBSCRIBE✅DOWNLOAD✅RATE 5 STARS ⭐️✅ WRITE ✍🏾 A REVIEWContact Erin:Website: https://melaninerinmarketing.com/Email: hello@melaninerinmarketing.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaninerinmarketing
Successful Transition From Employee to Full-Time Entrepreneurship
Feb 14 2023
Successful Transition From Employee to Full-Time Entrepreneurship
In this super fun episode, I enjoy a conversation with Mrs. Robin. M. Wilson( we share the same middle name LOL).Robin shares with us a few "tools" that can be helpful to those that are thinking about shifting from being an employee to a full-time entrepreneur. She shares some great insight on the importance of knowing what aligns with your business model and what does not and why knowing this is important to business growth.Introduction to today’s show. 0:05The importance of referring to your students as “young scholars”. 9:20Transitioning into full-time entrepreneurship. 14:13The importance of having the right mindset in business. 20:47Everything that’s good is not of God. 28:50Don’t chase the money, chase the impact. 35:05Don’t compare your journey to someone else’s. 41:37It does not matter if you are a son or a daughter of Christ, you can come to him in the midst of failure. Support the show:For the cost of a cup of coffee by clicking the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/laquitastoolboxClick the link below for La'Quita's Toolbox Podcasthttps://podfollow.com/laquitas-toolboxClick the link below to Rate & Review Podcasthttps://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/laquitas-toolbox-1727407✅LISTEN✅SUBSCRIBE✅DOWNLOAD✅RATE 5 STARS ⭐️✅ WRITE ✍🏾 A REVIEWContact Robin:Email: theresolutestrategist@robinmichellewilson.comPersonal LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinmwilsonCompany LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/robinwilsoneducationalconsultingllc/
Women-N-Business (LiveStream)
Dec 27 2022
Women-N-Business (LiveStream)
"No matter how big your heart is, you cannot get away from finances. One of the best ways to help the communities you are trying to serve is to conquer your personal finances and generate wealth. " ----Candy MartinIn this Live broadcast I enjoyed a great conversation on the necessity of financial literacy , and marriage with Mrs. Candy Martin.Candy Martin is a graduate of Business & Marketing Education. Executive Director of Martin Business Solution, LLC & Founder of AK Legacy Foundation- in both organizations, she believes that an informed decision is a better decision. Candy Martin is an advocate for financial literacy.Show Outline:Introduction to today’s episode. 0:05Laquita’s introduction. 3:31What’s happening in her life now. 9:36Collaboration over competition wins every day. 12:21Having systems and strategies in place is key to our personal growth. 16:40When you have a system, you also have a reset button. 21:00The power of having a good team. 26:06The importance of knowing your team’s heart before you choose them. 32:05The importance of having a nonprofit 36:45The tools you need to continue to grow your business. 44:02Contact Candy:Email: info@martinbusinesssolution.comWebsite: https://martinbusinesssolution.com/Website: https://aklegacyfoundation.org/aklfFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CandyGuimontMartinSupport the show:For the cost of a cup of coffee by clicking the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/laquitastoolboxClick the link below for La'Quita's Toolbox Podcasthttps://podfollow.com/laquitas-toolboxClick the link below to Rate & Review Podcasthttps://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/laquitas-toolbox-1727407✅LISTEN✅SUBSCRIBE✅DOWNLOAD✅RATE 5 STARS ⭐️✅ WRITE ✍🏾 A REVIEW
Leadership Talk with Enrique Acosta Gonzalez (LiveStream)
Dec 20 2022
Leadership Talk with Enrique Acosta Gonzalez (LiveStream)
In this episode Enrique and I enjoyed a GREAT Live Stream Conversation about Leadership."LEADERSHIP BEGINS WHEN YOU OPEN YOUR EYES FOR THE DAY UNTIL THE PERSON YOU LAST INFLUENCED LAYS THEIR HEAD DOWN TO REST FOR THE NIGHT. I AIM TO SPEAK TO THE HOLISTIC VIEW OF A LEADER AND SPEAK ABOUT THE THINGS THAT INFLUENCE OUR LEADERSHIP ON A DAY-TO-DAY BASIS." Enrique GonzalezEnrique has served as an Executive, Businessman, Veteran & Advocate, Board Member, Non-Profit Administrator, Speaker, Mentor, Coach, and Avid Volunteer. Over the past 20 years, Enrique has held numerous executive advisor and senior leadership positions while serving in the United States Navy and civilian sector. Through education and training, he helped strengthen the chain of command, providing sound decision support and creating open communication at all levels. Enrique also helped formulate and implement policies concerning morale, welfare, job satisfaction, discipline, and training of Navy and civilian personnel.Show Outline:Introduction to today’s episode. 0:05Our leadership journey started at home. 3:17The benefit of a leader is that they don't have to choose right away. 9:30What is the difference between listening and hearing? 15:25Leaders must have the ability to be patient and listen. 24:27What can leaders do to set the tone in the beginning to cultivate an atmosphere where team members feel like they have an open door? 28:35The power of being truthful with those you’re around. 36:13Leadership is not a job, it is a lifestyle. Contact Enrique:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/enriqueacostagonzalez/Website: https://triadleadershipsolutions.com/Email: triadleadershipsolutions@gmail.comSupport the show:For the cost of a cup of coffee by clicking the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/laquitastoolboxClick the link below for La'Quita's Toolbox Podcasthttps://podfollow.com/laquitas-toolboxClick the link below to Rate & Review Podcasthttps://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/laquitas-toolbox-1727407✅LISTEN✅SUBSCRIBE✅DOWNLOAD✅RATE 5 STARS ⭐️✅ WRITE ✍🏾 A REVIEW
Da Boss Experience with Michele Davis (Livestream Show)
Dec 13 2022
Da Boss Experience with Michele Davis (Livestream Show)
In this episode Michele Davis and I are having a conversation about "Da Boss Within"Michele Davis is host of Da Boss Experience Podcast and a Business Strategist specializing in helping professionals launch their first signature coaching program. Prior to making a leap into entrepreneurship in 2016, Michele spent 20+ years developing coaching and counseling programs in the nonprofit sector. Since leaving the nonprofit life behind, Michele has helped entrepreneurs start, systematize, and build out their professional service business through her Phenomenal Boss Academy and CEO Blueprint Academy coaching programs. When Michele is not hanging out with her clients, she spends her time raising her teen daughter in New York City.Here is an outline of our conversation:Introduction to today’s episode. 0:05Laquita’s Introduction. 2:49Why it’s important to know what is keeping you from getting started -. 7:25Michelle’s advice for those who are starting a business. 12:44How to identify the boss within you. 16:59Identifying and accepting every gift within you. 22:18How do you do the research? 26:46Why you have to be ready for a coach before you need one. 31:28There is no cookie-cutter approach to success. 34:39You can’t teach leadership if you’ve never been a leader. Contact Michele:Phone: (718) 971-9670Email: contactus@marketinggemsolutions.comWebsite: https://micheledavisnyc.comAddress: P.O. Box 141048, Staten Island, NY 10314Support the show:For the cost of a cup of coffee by clicking the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/laquitastoolboxClick the link below for La'Quita's Toolbox Podcasthttps://podfollow.com/laquitas-toolboxClick the link below to Rate & Review Podcasthttps://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/laquitas-toolbox-1727407✅LISTEN✅SUBSCRIBE✅DOWNLOAD✅RATE 5 STARS ⭐️✅ WRITE ✍🏾 A REVIEW
A Modern Success Guide to Purpose & Peak Performance
Dec 6 2022
A Modern Success Guide to Purpose & Peak Performance
In this episode Dr. Brad Bellard and I enjoy a great conversation about purpose & peak performance.Brad Bellard, (aka Dr. Brad) is a physician & performance coach. He helps physicians create more impact and income beyond their current clinical practice, so they can enjoy a fulfilled life. Through his online content, coaching, and best-selling book, he equips doctors to go from stuck and frustrated to a life of freedom and fulfillment by teaching them the Physicians’ Formula for Freedom & Fulfillment: 3 Steps for Physicians to Create Greater Impact, Income, and Influence.   He is an Amazon best-selling author of the book ELITE: A Modern Success Guide to Purpose & Peak Performance. He is also a national speaker, and host of the soon-to-launch podcast and YouTube platform titled, ‘More Than Medicine with Dr. Brad’, which focuses on content designed to help physicians create more impact, income, and influence both within and outside of healthcare.Clinically, Dr. Brad serves as a non-surgical Sports Medicine physician. His practice focuses on using cutting-edge minimally invasive techniques to help individuals with joint pain maintain an active lifestyle without undergoing surgery. He has worked with multiple professional teams including his prior service as assistant team doctor for the NBA Dallas Mavericks, and is a regular guest on the Dallas-Fort Worth radio talk show Inside Sports Medicine.Here is an outline of our conversation:Introduction to today’s episode. 0:05Who is Brad Bellard and what does he do? 2:50The difference between what you do for a living vs. what your purpose is –. 6:15Why you need to become aware of the difference between success and fulfillment. 12:43If you put a fraction of the intention you put at work into your business, you can develop the balance and balance in your life. 18:17You can’t pour from an empty cup. 25:12If we don’t self-care, it’s one of the most selfish things you can do in regards to your business. 31:08Time is the most valuable thing that we have. 36:03Don’t let it cost you something that adds value to your life. 41:22If you are a high achiever and you’re finding yourself in an unfulfilled position, do an honest assessment of yourself. 46:23Rewind and go back to the juicy places. 52:05You’re the sculptor to that masterpiece. 58:16Contact Dr. Brad: Address:   102 E. Broadway St., PO Box 54, Prosper, TX 75078Email: drbradmd@gmail.com  Website: www.drbradmd.com Purchase Book: https://www.amazon.com/ELITE-Modern-Success-Purpose-Performance/dp/194913492X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1671050294&sr=8-1Support the show:For the cost of a cup of coffee by clicking the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/laquitastoolboxClick the link below for La'Quita's Toolbox Podcasthttps://podfollow.com/laquitas-toolboxClick the link below to Rate & Review Podcast
Systems And Strategies Are Necessary For Growth
Nov 29 2022
Systems And Strategies Are Necessary For Growth
In this episode Pastor Arthur James and I discuss the necessity of systems and strategies. Systems and strategies are need to help build a solid foundation for your business and they are needed in the growth and scale phases of our business.In addition to his service to the church Pastor James has served on the board of directors for the Grand Prairie Chamber of Commerce, The Grand Prairie Boys & Girls Club, Impact Grand Prairie, The Hospitality Educators Association of Texas Board, Skyline High School's Hospitality Advisory Board and various other volunteer organizations. Most recently he served as a board member of The Coppell Chamber of Commerce for the past seven years.  When he is not at the church you will find Pastor James at Tarrant County College – South Campus, where he serves as The Dean of The Business & Technology Division. Pastor James is married to Patrice James, and they have two adult children, Jonathan and Morgan. God has given him an extraordinary delivery style to reach people of all classes and cultures. Contact Pastor James:Email: pastorjames@thetransparentchurch.orgWebsite: https://www.thetransparentchurch.org/Support the show:For the cost of a cup of coffee by clicking the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/laquitastoolboxIf you would like to be a guest on "LaQuita's Toolbox", please schedule a15-minute discovery call with me, clicking the link below:https://calendly.com/laquitamonley/podcast-pre-booking-call-request✅LISTEN✅SUBSCRIBE✅DOWNLOAD✅RATE 5 STARS ⭐️✅ WRITE ✍🏾 A REVIEW