Earlier this week I talked a little bit about risks. Recently one of the biggest risks that I've taken is choosing to put myself out there more and creating this platform for me to share all these amazing stories of people pursuing their passion. On this episode you'll get to learn a little bit more about me. The story behind the idea and creation of this podcast and at the end I do a little Q & A. Above The Mean IG: https://instagram.com/above.the.mean?utm_medium=copy_link Above The Mean Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiY3LqO85ig56JF3gJV1RFg Don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/veronica-thompson9/support

An entrepreneur is a person who converts an opportunity into a workable and marketable concept. They apply their time, money, skills and effort to the process of getting their product or service into the marketplace. Being an entrepreneur means going up against the odds because you truly believe in your idea and what it can offer to the world.  Join me as I sit down with Lo Silver, a social media business coach. As well as the founder and CEO of YIB aka Yea I’m Black clothing brand. We talk about the realities of being and entrepreneur, knowing you value and how to make sure you are properly compensated. In addition to how she balances being a professional soccer player as well as the boss for her various companies and more! Lo's Handles: YIB website: https://yibthebrand.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/losilver_/ TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdY9XT5c/ Above The Mean IG: https://instagram.com/above.the.mean?utm_medium=copy_link Above The Mean Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiY3LqO85ig56JF3gJV1RFg Don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/veronica-thompson9/support

"One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain." ~ Bob Marley. Join me as I sit down with Collin Christopher, but you may know him by his performer name, Casper. Casper released his debut project Kept Me Company December of 2020. Since then he’s done a few live performances and has just released his first ever music video, Way Out West. We talk about coming into your own music style. The story behind his first music video and the importance of having a great team. Collin's Handles: Way Out West Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_CgzwlMkIo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cartiercas/ Above The Mean IG: https://instagram.com/above.the.mean?utm_medium=copy_link Above The Mean Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiY3LqO85ig56JF3gJV1RFg Don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/veronica-thompson9/support

Your makeup is the sum of what makes you who you are, or the sum of what you choose to smear on your face! Join me as I talk to Virdiana Rivas aka Viirdii as we dive into the world of makeup! We talk about how she got established as a makeup guru and where her passion for makeup comes from. In addition to catfishing, and how to make trends into your own. Not to mention all the tips and tricks that Viirdii shares! Viirdii's Handles: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ViiRDii Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viirdii/ Above The Mean IG: https://instagram.com/above.the.mean?utm_medium=copy_link Above The Mean Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiY3LqO85ig56JF3gJV1RFg Don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/veronica-thompson9/support

The Nueva Latina! In a society thats constantly changing, theres one thing that remains the same and thats the importance of cultural heritage. In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, I sat down with Anali Martinez the founder and editor of The Nueva Latina Blog. An online platform and community for the new age latinas! Join us as we talk about what it means to be a Mexican American, the lifestyle of a blogger and the perks that come with it. As well as overcoming negative backlash. Analis Handles: Blog: https://thenuevalatina.com/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Thenuevalatina Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenuevalatina/  Above The Mean IG: https://instagram.com/above.the.mean?utm_medium=copy_link Above The Mean Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiY3LqO85ig56JF3gJV1RFg Don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/veronica-thompson9/support

Now more than ever we are in a day and age where people are really helping people and giving value to people by just being themselves… Wise words from my guest Lynette Adkins.  Lynette Adkins is a lifestyle and fashion content creator. Who recently just quit her job at Amazon to be a full time Youtuber. We talk about what it’s like being a social media influencer and discovering your own niche. In addition to spirituality and being your authentic self. Lynette's handles: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LynetteAdkins IG: https://www.instagram.com/lynetteadki/ TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMRTKcgDL/ Above The Mean IG: https://instagram.com/above.the.mean?utm_medium=copy_link Above The Mean Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiY3LqO85ig56JF3gJV1RFg Don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/veronica-thompson9/support

An introduction to the podcast, it's mission and goals! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/veronica-thompson9/support