Aniyah Pinkey is  Senior Specialist in Employee Communications at Comcast.  She is a Philadelphia native and attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she earned a degree in Journalism/Public Relations.  Aniyah shares her pivot from graduation to the dream job, which was not always an easy journey.  In this episode, Aniyah shares her experience with rejection, remaining motivated throughout the pandemic, and how to create avenues when they aren't available. Aniyah speaks directly to Generation Z and provides insight in new tools that are available, namely social media, and reminds listeners that there is 'so much room to be discovered....'  Check out Aniyah on Tik Tok with her fashion tips @aniyahpinkney1

Rachel Pettiford is a program coordinator at Big Brothers, Big Sisters.  She  is a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she earned a Masters Degree in Student Affairs and Higher Education.  Rachel shares her pivot from post graduation to employment.  Rachel provides a glimpse into the reality of post graduate depression and how her mother helped to pull her aback to reality that opportunities are waiting for her to move.  If you are in a dark space, in your life, and need encouragement, this episode with Rachel Pettiford will shine a light.   

In this 2-part episode with Dr. Jasmine L. Jenkins, we have a very candid conversation about achieving goals through risk-taking, practicing consistency and self-awareness.  Dr. Jas examines risk-taking and how it played out, in some aspects, of her life.  She provides three key points about risk-taking that are game-changers.  While Dr. Jas dropped many gems in our conversation, the one eye-opening gem is that there should be a win in your view when taking a risk.  WOW!!!!!   In part 2, Dr. Jas unpacks self-awareness and identifies it as an important key to achievement.  She hones in the idea that self-awareness is underrated, yet essential to anyone serious about accomplishing their goals.  We also, briefly, address social media's impact on achievement.    Dr. Jas is a bilingual educator and political strategist with 10+ years of experience in non-profit leadership, people management, government and community relations, policy analysis, advocacy, and fundraising.  I am a values-driven team builder who is dedicated to the pursuit of justice an equity for children from marginalized and underserved communities. (LinkedIn) Wanna know more about Dr. Jas, check her out on LinkedIn - Jasmine L. Jenkins, Ph.D.

In this 2-part episode with Dr. Jasmine L. Jenkins, we have a very candid conversation about achieving goals through risk-taking, practicing consistency and self-awareness.  Dr. Jas examines risk-taking and how it played out, in some aspects, of her life.  She provides three key points about risk-taking that are game-changers.  While Dr. Jas dropped many gems in our conversation, the one eye-opening gem is that there should be a win in your view when taking a risk.  WOW!!!!!   Dr. Jas is a bilingual educator and political strategist with 10+ years of experience in non-profit leadership, people management, government and community relations, policy analysis, advocacy, and fundraising.  I am a values-driven team builder who is dedicated to the pursuit of justice an equity for children from marginalized and underserved communities. (LinkedIn) Wanna know more about Dr. Jas, check her out on LinkedIn - Jasmine L. Jenkins, Ph.D.

It's 2023 an we're back better than ever.  Not only can you get the scoop on what's to come on the PIVOT Podcast, now you can subscribe and get access to guided motivational snippets, information on PIVOT merchandise and so much more.  Go to https://anchor.fm/letstalkpivot/subscribe and subscribe today!  Our first conversation will be on Tuesday, January 10, but take a listen for more juicy information on PIVOT and this life-changing podcast!  What are some topics you'd like us to covering 2023?  Hit me up on [email protected]!  

Stacey Barlow-Hill is the CEO and Founder of Live Lead Succeed.  She is a Leadership and Lifestyle Coach helping overwhelmed business owners become the best versions of themselves and lead successfully.  Stacey guides her clients through exploring self discovery, overcoming limiting mindsets and developing expert leadership skills so that they can reach ultimate levels of success in both life and business. In 2010 Stacey founded Encore Event Design, a full service event planning and design company, where she began as a solopreneur and has successfully grown it to a full seasoned team and is a top leader in the event industry.  Encore services by way of event planning as well as decor and venue rentals throughout the Pittsburgh, PA area. Encore Event Design also houses three company divisions which consist of The Encore Hope Initiative, Encore Junior and the Encore Balloon Boutique. On this episode of PIVOT, she shares her amazing journey from solopreneur to entrepreneur and the importance of creating a strong team, delegating work that compliments strengths, creating systems.  You will learn how she pressed through a health crisis that taught her about an inner strength that catapulted her forward. 

Lady Neila Johnson (Lady J) is the founder and visionary of Sisters Helping Sisters Win, an organization created to help meet the many needs of women.  Lady J is committed to providing support to women, building them up and increasing their awareness of how God sees them.  She has also created a fragrance, with a new one on the way.  Lady J shares wisdom to women who are looking to start their own initiative or business and shares a gift with the PIVOT Podcast. You can contact Lady Neila Johnson on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube at @sistershelpingsisterswin She's also at www.sistershelpingsisterwin.org

Ms. Chelsey Brown is a senior at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), a mid-size university in western PA.  While at IUP, she has started a program called 4U Mentoring for foster and independent affiliated students.  Chelsey briefly shares her connection to why this population is so important and shares her vision for the future of 4U.  Chelsey, affectionately known as Ms Chelsey by her mentees, shares about the importance of vulnerability and being yourself with others.  If you're interesting in connecting with Chelsey, you can contact her at [email protected].  You can also find her on Instagram - thechelseylynn .   

Tiffany Henderson is a partner in the fantastic Taun Henderson Photography.  They travel across the globe creating a breath-taking and magical experience for couples who are looking for their photos and videos to go to another level.  Tiffany shares her pivot experience of transitioning from  her first career in business, to photography.  Tiffany also shares the joys of working with her husband in a successful business and shares wisdom with couples who are in business or thinking of going into business.  Some of her valuable nuggets of wisdom are to:    - Be clear on what you want - support each other  - Be consistent   - Go after results quickly and show you have some skin in the game  - If you're not getting support from your spouse, ask for it For more information on how to book Taun Henderson Photography, go to www.taunhenderson.com. Also, check out their work on  IG: Taunhendersonphotography

Dr. Patrice Moss is the Associate Professor of Biochemistry at Trinity Washington University in Washington D.C.  She enthusiastically shares her PIVOT experience into the STEM field and concludes with the 5 E's - empowering motivational tips for women that are sure to motivate and catapult them into another level of success.