Norman Harris welcomes Michelle Hogan, Associate Director of Community Donations at Metropolitan Ministries, for a conversation about finding purpose through service and making an impact on homelessness.

• Michelle's childhood experiences with racism sparked her passion for advocacy and social justice
• Metropolitan Ministries serves the homeless through services that alleviate suffering, promote dignity, and instill self-sufficiency
• Coordinating a donation of 300 bed sets from Ashley Furniture provided essential comfort to children and elderly individuals who previously had nowhere to sleep
• Becoming homeless is often just one missed paycheck away, but helping those who've lived outside for years requires addressing deeper issues beyond just resources
• Metropolitan Ministries offers multiple ways to help, including volunteering at meal sites, sorting donations, participating in food drives, and hosting collection drives
• Michelle's personal journey from corporate life to homelessness to nonprofit leadership demonstrates resilience and the importance of following your purpose
• Finding your voice through platforms like podcasts and social media can create change by helping people understand issues from new perspectives

To learn more about Metropolitan Ministries or to get involved, visit metromin.org or follow Michelle Hogan on LinkedIn.

Dr. Rainey Semia shares her journey from healthcare to real estate, demonstrating how to build multiple successful businesses through systems, processes, and a servant's heart. Her path from occupational therapist to nursing home administrator to real estate entrepreneur offers valuable insights for professionals seeking to diversify their careers and income streams.

• Moving from occupational therapy to nursing home administration after observing leadership gaps
• Earning a PhD in Healthcare Services with specialization in healthcare administration
• Transitioning to real estate during COVID to pursue investment goals
• Expanding into mortgage lending, credit restoration, and financial literacy coaching
• Owning an event venue and developing international real estate connections
• Using systems and processes to successfully manage multiple businesses
• Finding motivation in helping clients achieve homeownership dreams
• Building leadership skills through healthcare administration experience
• Planning to establish nonprofits focused on affordable housing and senior equipment needs
• Emphasizing the importance of building relationships early in your career

For more information about Dr. Rainey's services or to connect with her, search for Rainyouri Semia on social media platforms. For those seeking an event venue in the Tampa/Brandon area, her 900-square-foot venue is located at the intersection of 301 and Adamo Drive and can accommodate up to 50 people.

Miranda Johnson's entrepreneurial intuition first sparked in middle school when a teacher suggested she'd make a good secretary. Her response? "No, I'm going to be Miranda Queen instead of Burger King." That early confidence blossomed into a remarkable business journey spanning construction, transportation, and now leadership development.

From her earliest days selling candy in school hallways and braiding hair for cash, Miranda displayed an innate talent for sales and reading people. By age 20, she was securing direct contracts with major builders, eliminating middlemen and maximizing profits. Later, she built a transportation company with over 20 trucks, even obtaining her commercial driver's license along the way.

After 15 years in transportation, Miranda made the difficult decision to sell her trucks and focus on her family. This pivot led to the creation of Mirage Collective, a leadership community built around her mantra: "Authenticity is the new blue check." The platform provides entrepreneurs with powerful tools to showcase their businesses, sell products, and connect with a global community.

Throughout our conversation, Miranda emphasized that "consistency is the ruler that measures results." When entrepreneurs feel like quitting, it's typically because inconsistency has made it impossible to gauge progress. She advocates starting with three fundamental areas: watching your words, guarding your mind, and prioritizing health. Working out, she shared, is her therapy—creating the mental clarity needed for business success.

Her book "The Pain Principle" explores how temporary discomfort leads to long-term growth, while her upcoming "Lead Loud: 11 Commandments of the Next Gen Leader" will further expand her leadership philosophy. Miranda and her husband are also launching "Couples and Entrepreneurship," addressing the unique challenges business owners face in maintaining strong relationships.

Ready to build your business without sacrificing your authenticity or family life? Miranda's journey offers a roadmap for success that values consistency, community, and alignment. Connect with her on LinkedIn or at www.mirageoco.org to learn more about joining her leadership community.