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Episode 768 | The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show | www.Sharvette.com

Gwen Finley, a visionary, has been instrumental in assisting small businesses and ministries in bringing their vision to life for over 3 decades.

Realizing this was her passion, she launched her visionary start-up coaching services, V.I.P. (Vision In Progress), where she coaches visionaries of small businesses & ministries to bring their dreams from out of the closet into the room!

After recognizing this passion to see others manifest their visions, Gwen decided to write her first book, “Let the Vision Speak”, to encourage and guide visionaries to bring their dreams to reality. A few years later, Gwen self published her next book entitled, “Perfectly Flawed…The Diamond Status”. She loves writing and began coaching others to write their stories through her V.I.P. Coaching service. She also offers book publishing services through her company, NewG Praise Productions, LLC.

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In this powerful and unfiltered Author Spotlight episode of The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show, meet Bishop James “Jai” Watson and Dr. Nikita “Ki” Watson, the dynamic duo behind the new book Real, Relevant and Raw: Real Talk, Sacred Insight. Married since 2011, these spiritual leaders, authors, and relationship architects share their God-centered approach to love, leadership, and legacy.

Tune in to discover how they’ve built a ministry that speaks to the heart of relationships, embracing transparency, truth, and transformation. Their journey is full of laughter, hard questions, and healing answers.

If you're dating, married, or in between, this is a must-listen conversation about redefining relationships in a way that’s honest, healing, and deeply rooted in faith.

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Website: www.DrKi.org

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Married since July 2011, Bishop James “Jai” Watson and Dr. Nikita “Ki” Garris-Watson are the heart and leadership behind Real, Relevant, and Raw: Real Talk, Sacred Insight. Their love story, marked by God’s grace and relentless commitment, has become a living testimony of what it means to build, battle, and believe together. As ministry leaders, authors, and mentors, they have dedicated their lives to equipping couples with practical and spiritual tools to cultivate strong, purpose-filled relationships.

Dr. Nikita “Ki” Garris-Watson, affectionately known as The Stiletto Preacher, is a survivor, strategist, and spirit-led trailblazer. As an Apostle, bestselling author, educator, and CEO of Dr. Ki Enterprises, she uses her own testimony of childhood and adult abuse to bring deliverance to both the neighborhood and the nations. Armed with a Bachelor’s degree, two Master’s degrees, a Doctorate of Ministry, and a fire for transformational impact, Dr. Ki operates at the intersection of faith, education, healing, and justice.
Through her teaching, speaking, and writing, including her bestselling books Damaged But Destined: So What? Now What! and Damaged but Destined: The Deliverance Diary—she proves that pain can become purpose and brokenness can lead to breakthrough. These works are not just inspirational—they are instructional, equipping readers with spiritual tools to confront their past, embrace their healing, and walk boldly in their divine assignment.

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Episode 766 | The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show | www.Sharvette.com

Meet our guest:

Lynn Lewis is a Certified Grief Educator, speaker, author, and the Visionary & Chief Empathy Officer of Destined To Thrive Grief Coaching. A respected leader in grief education and coaching, Lynn empowers individuals to navigate life after profound loss with purpose and resilience.
Following the death of her son in August 2019, Lynn made a conscious decision: it would be a part of her life for the rest of her life, but it would not consume her. She openly shares her personal journey through her signature message, “I Choose to Live in the Aftermath,” inspiring others to embrace self-love, honor their loved ones, and find a path forward that is unique to them.

Lynn specializes in supporting adults who are ready to reclaim meaning and impact in their lives despite loss. Her compassionate approach reassures clients that while grief never disappears, they are not alone—and they can still live fulfilling, meaningful and purposeful lives.

A sought-after speaker and advocate, Lynn has dedicated over 20 years to nonprofit service, including leadership roles with organizations such as the former Susan G. Komen Central VA Affiliate, The READ Center, and Circles RVA. She currently volunteers with Full Circle Grief Center and Urban Hope,furthering her commitment to grief support and community healing.

After a distinguished 39-year career in the automobile claims industry, Lynn is now devoted to her life’s mission: breaking the stigma around grief and suicide loss, fostering open conversations, and equipping individuals with the tools to heal and thrive.

She resides in Richmond, VA, USA, with her husband, Keith, and finds immense joy in heartfelt conversations over a cup of tea—never imagining that her own grief journey would become a vital part of those discussions.

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Get Media Ready: How to Position Yourself for Media Attention

I’m breaking down 6 key tips to help service-based women entrepreneurs (like coaches, therapists, and consultants) get media-ready before the spotlight finds them or they find it.

💡 You’ll learn:

• How to prepare your message and bio
• What media outlets look for in experts and thought leaders
• Why your online presence matters more than you think

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Want to boost your brand credibility and attract more opportunities? It’s time to become an author.

In this podcast, I’m sharing 6 reasons why publishing a book is one of the best visibility and authority moves a woman entrepreneur can make, especially if you offer professional services like coaching, therapy, or consulting.

💡 What you’ll learn:

• How a book elevates your expert status and brand presence
• Why authors land more speaking and media opportunities
• The strategic role of books in your marketing and business funnel

📌 For women business owners providing professional services, who feel unpolished and are hiding from marketing, the Platform Builder® Program is a marketing and visibility group coaching program that provides a comprehensive experience for building and growing your personal brand. Unlike self-study courses or one off marketing programs, we offer guided support with a safe community and tangible outputs.

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Episode 765 | The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show | www.Sharvette.com.

Shan-Nel D. Simmons empowers families, nonprofits, and executive leaders to achieve financial clarity and growth. A former IRS agent turned financial strategist and entrepreneur, she specializes in tax representation, streamlined accounting, and wealth-building solutions, helping clients overcome obstacles and create systems that align with their goals and values.

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Show topic: From Reactive to Proactive: Using Your Data to Make Empowered Executive Decisions

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Your visual branding is speaking—even before you say a word. In this podcast, I’m sharing 6 powerful talking points to help you understand the impact of your visual brand and how to make sure it aligns with the quality of your services.

From your brand colors and professional photography to your social media graphics and video content—every visual element tells a story.

Are yours attracting or confusing your ideal clients?

💡 Inside this video:

• Why visual branding creates trust before conversation
• The power of brand photography for personal connection
• How to choose brand colors that attract your ideal client
• The importance of consistency across digital and print platforms

If you're a coach, consultant, therapist, or expert ready to elevate your brand presence and attract premium clients, this episode is for you.

📌 Don’t forget to subscribe if this helped clarify your visual brand strategy!

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Episode 764 | The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show | www.Sharvette.com

Are you a small business owner looking for non-traditional, debt-free ways to grow your business? In this powerful episode, Sharvette Mitchell interviews Dr. AJ Austin, best-selling author and award-winning Grant Coach who has secured over $1 million in grants from organizations like Bank of America, FedEx, Visa, and more.

Dr. Austin reveals a glimpse into her step-by-step strategies for finding and winning small business grants, pitch competitions, and corporate giveaways—especially for Black women entrepreneurs. She shares how her own journey of resilience led her to teach others how to tell their story and secure the bag.

If you're ready to unlock the secrets to grant success, don't miss this episode!

Meet our guest:

Dr. AJ Austin is an accomplished Grant Guide, Awardee, and Advisor, renowned for securing over $1M in grants and grant-funded opportunities from esteemed organizations such as Bank of America, Regions Bank, Chase Bank, Target, FedEx, and Visa.

She is the author of the best-selling book #FindingFunding, The Grant G.A.M.E, and Black Women In Grants; which all 3 serve as comprehensive guides for Black women entrepreneurs seeking non-traditional, debt-free funding for their small businesses through grants and grant-funded opportunities like small business pitch competitions, contests, giveaways, subsidies, scholarships, bursaries, partnerships and sponsorships.

Dr. Austin's journey is marked by resilience; after facing significant personal challenges, including dropping out of college, homelessness, career downsizing, and the loss of her mother, coinciding with her divorce, she found her calling through life coaching and finding free funding to grow her business by telling her story.

🔗 Connect with Dr. AJ Austin:

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